School district offers Home Connection to the Point

Point Roberts Primary School, which offers in-person education only through second grade, will now offer a new program that lets local children continue their schooling in the community through eighth grade – avoiding daily border crossings. The Blaine school district has approved extending to Point Roberts the Blaine HomeConnection (BHC), a hybrid homeschool/public school program for K–8 students.

District officials visited the Point Roberts Primary School at the end of August and determined the program was feasible. BHC combines home-based instruction with school support. Families collaborate with certificated teachers to develop individualized written student learning plans. Students remain enrolled in the Blaine school district, earn credits, and have access to the same resources as other district students. With a parent present, they may also use the Point Roberts Primary School during school hours. Teachers will check in weekly with families to monitor progress. Two students have already enrolled, with more expected in the coming years.

Tennessee Briand, one of the parents who advocated for bringing the program to Point Roberts, said, “This is going to be great for the Point. It will bring educational options to many families and could draw more families to settle here.” Families can learn more at blainesd.org/o/homeconnection.

Alongside the new educational option, a youth group called the Eagles Club has recently launched. The club meets Sundays from 1–3 p.m. at the community center. The club is designed to help young people build a stronger sense of belonging in Point Roberts.

“My goal is to create a sense of community for the kids in Point Roberts so they don’t have to seek it elsewhere,” said Briand.

All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by a parent. Volunteers who’d like to help or those with questions can contact: pointrobertseaglesclub@gmail.com.