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Plano Educators Association of Christian Homeschoolers
Welcome to PEACH

PEACH is an all-volunteer, nonprofit Christian homeschool community serving Plano and surrounding North Texas areas. We exist to support families with fellowship, encouragement, practical resources, field trips, clubs, and Christ-centered connection.

Mission

PEACH exists to support Christian homeschool families in Plano and the surrounding North Texas communities by providing fellowship, encouragement, and practical resources that strengthen parents and help children grow academically and in character.

Through shared activities, communication, and collaboration, PEACH helps families navigate the homeschool journey together.

Vision

Our vision is to cultivate a thriving Christ-centered homeschool community where families are connected, encouraged, and equipped to educate their children with confidence and purpose.

We aspire to strengthen relationships among homeschooling families, promote the freedom to homeschool, and create opportunities for students and parents to grow spiritually, academically, and socially.

Core Values
🙏 Faith
Encouraging Christ-centered homeschooling rooted in Biblical truth.
🤝 Community
Building strong relationships among homeschooling families.
🌿 Support
Providing encouragement and practical help for parents and families.
📚 Collaboration
Sharing curriculum ideas, resources, and experiences with one another.
🙋 Service
Encouraging volunteer leadership that strengthens the PEACH community.
⚖️ Freedom
Supporting and promoting the freedom for families to homeschool.
Membership Requirements
  • Your family is actively homeschooling at least one child.
  • Your homeschooling is Christ-centered and parent-led.
  • You read and agree to the PEACH Statement of Faith.
  • You read and understand PEACH's Statement of Purpose.
  • You agree to the PEACH Code of Conduct for field trips and group events.
  • You complete the online application and membership fee once approved.

PEACH also offers complimentary memberships for active duty military families and for full-time Christian missionaries and pastors. Please contact the Secretary for additional information.

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Active Military Families
Complimentary membership available. Contact the Secretary for details.
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Missionaries & Pastors
Full-time Christian missionaries and pastors may receive complimentary membership.
Leadership & Organization

PEACH is organized through a volunteer Board of Directors and a network of members who serve in committees, clubs, communications, field trips, and special events.

Officers
PresidentPatrick Dooley
Vice PresidentCarrie Dela Pena
SecretaryDerek Hendry
TreasurerShauna Dooley
Membership ChairDereck Hendry
Directors
CommunicationsMichael Wright
ActivitiesTina Licea
Group/FellowshipCorsicana Smith
Statement of Faith & Purpose

PEACH is founded on Christian beliefs and exists to support homeschooling families through fellowship, encouragement, practical support, and shared resources. Families joining PEACH acknowledge and agree to the organization's Statement of Faith, Statement of Purpose, and membership expectations.