Bennett Global Academy · Fall 2026
Learning built
for the way
your child
is wired.
Curriculum. Community. Live instruction. Enrichment. Everything you need to build a rich homeschool life — in one place.
Rooted in Purpose. Bound for Possibility.
Head of School
The person behind the program.
Sia Baynes, M.Ed., MBA, PMP
Founder · Head of School · Education Freedom Guide
I didn't start Bennett Global Academy because I thought the system was broken. I started it because I knew there was something better — for families who wanted learning that honored the whole child, grounded in faith, rich in culture, and built around how children actually grow.
I hold a Master's in Education and have spent years working across curriculum design, homeschool advocacy, and community-centered learning. My work is informed by Singapore Math methodology, classical literacy principles, and a deep conviction that every family deserves access to an excellent education on their own terms.
At BGA, I serve as head of school, curriculum architect, and your family's guide through education freedom — whatever that looks like for you.
Monthly Curriculum · Open Everywhere
Purchase Curriculum
BGA's Curriculum Drop delivers a complete monthly bundle to independent homeschool families — anywhere in the world. No enrollment, no live sessions required.
A full month of learning, delivered.
Each Drop arrives approximately 2 weeks before the month begins. It includes everything your family needs to hit the ground running — lesson plans, a weekly rhythm guide, vocabulary with Spanish cognates, materials list, parent notes, and essential questions. No planning required.
What's Included
Full lesson plans · Weekly rhythm guide · Materials list · Vocabulary with Spanish cognates · Parent notes · Essential questions
The Grove · Included Free
All Curriculum Drop families get automatic access to The Grove — BGA's online community. Band-specific groups, monthly virtual events, and early content access.
Drop Schedule
Drops arrive ~2 weeks early. Aug 17 · Sep 17 · Oct 17 · Nov 17 · Dec 17 · Jan 17 · Feb 17 · Mar 17 · Apr 17
2026–2027 Theme
Belonging + Voice — This year's anchor theme runs through every subject and every age band, connecting literacy, history, art, and faith into one coherent thread.
Multi-band families receive 10% off each additional band. Books and materials are billed separately; a recommended list ships with every Drop. Curriculum Drop families receive a Grove membership — not an enrollment letter. Enrollment letters are available through the Full Pilot and BGA Virtual Academy.
BGA Community Platform
The Grove
BGA's online community — included automatically with every Curriculum Drop subscription. Open to families everywhere.
Band Communities
Dedicated spaces for Seedlings, Sprouts, Buds, and Blossoms families. Share what's working, ask questions, and connect with families learning the same material.
Monthly Virtual Events
Live virtual gatherings, book discussions, and family check-ins hosted by BGA each month. A way to stay connected to the broader community.
Early Content Access
Grove members get first access to new BGA content, curriculum previews, and program announcements before they go public.
Community Arm of Bennett Global Academy
Raising Free Co-op
Raising Free is BGA's community-facing worldschooling co-op, serving the DMV region with in-person co-op days, field trips, pool meetups, and hands-on enrichment. It's where BGA families come together IRL — rooted in the same values, learning alongside each other.
Free
Co-op
Community Membership
Open to all families everywhere. Join the Raising Free community, attend virtual events, access the calendar, and connect with other worldschooling families.
Nationwide · No in-person co-op access
Raising Free community access · Event calendar · Virtual meetups · Family directory · Co-op previews
Co-op Membership
Weekly in-person co-op days, Wednesday field trips, pool meetups, enrichment sessions, and IXL access. The full Raising Free experience for DMV-area families.
+ $40/child for additional children · $75 one-time registration fee
Mon: Academic anchor · Tue: Swim (Severna Park, 9:30 AM) · Wed: Full co-op / field trip · Thu: Faith & Formation, Art, Music · Fri: Co-op pool + passion projects
Full Pilot Program
BGA's hybrid enrollment track — live virtual instruction plus in-person co-op access. Includes portfolio tracking, monthly check-ins, and an enrollment letter for compliance.
DMV families only · Includes enrollment letter · Co-op access included
Live virtual instruction · In-person co-op days · Portfolio tracking · Monthly check-in · Enrollment letter for homeschool compliance
Active Community Programs
Friday Pool Meetup
Weekly · 12–3 PM · Rotating PG County locations
Wednesday Playgroup
Weekly · 10 AM–2 PM · Co-op / field trip day
Rooted in Reading
Ages 3–5 · Virtual Tue/Thu + in-person Wed afternoons at PG County libraries · Starts Aug 2026
Field Trips
Wednesday field trips managed via Omella · Upcoming trips listed on the field trips page
Full Academy Enrollment · 2026–2027
Full BGA Enrollment
Two full enrollment tracks — one for DMV families who want in-person community, one for virtual families anywhere. Both include an enrollment letter, portfolio tracking, and the complete BGA academic program.
Enrollment Letter
Official documentation for homeschool compliance — BGA provides it so families can focus on learning.
Portfolio Tracking
Academic records maintained and updated each semester. Transcripts available for high school students.
Google Classroom
School-issued Google account and Classroom access for enrolled students. Assignments and resources in one place.
Not sure which track is right for you?
Choose Full Pilot if you're in the DMV and want in-person co-op days built into your plan. Choose BGA Virtual Academy if you're outside the DMV or prefer a fully virtual program. Both include an enrollment letter, portfolio tracking, and the full BGA academic experience. Reach out and we'll help you decide.
Fall 2026 · Live Virtual
Live Courses & À La Carte Pricing
Small-group, instructor-led, live instruction. No recordings. Grouped by developmental level. Enroll in individual courses or bundle for a discount.
Live Virtual Courses
Inquire about placement and scheduling for any course below.
Singapore Math
Pre-K through 5th Grade
Mastery-based progression through concrete, pictorial, and abstract stages. Grouped by level, not age.
English Language Arts
K through 5th Grade
Phonics, reading comprehension, grammar, writing mechanics, and literature study. Scaffolded to meet every learner where they are.
Shared Inquiry
Ages 6–14 · Sprouts through Blossoms
Text-based discussion rooted in the Black Literary Canon. Annotation, claims, evidence, Socratic dialogue. A core BGA offering.
Beginning Spanish
Ages 3–12
Foundational and conversational Spanish through music, storytelling, and real-world context. Culturally rich and developmentally grounded.
Biology 1
Grades 9–12 · No prerequisites
College-prep scope: cells, genetics, ecology, body systems. Home-based labs included. Transcript-eligible for enrolled students.
Visual Art
Ages 5–14 · Sprouts through Blossoms
Monthly theme-connected projects with a semester culminating work. Artist statement for Buds and Blossoms.
À La Carte Pricing
Enroll by subject. Bundle 4+ courses for 10% off; 6+ for 15%.
| Course | Per Semester | Full Year |
|---|---|---|
| Rooted in Reading — ELA Core Read-aloud, phonics, writing, vocabulary. Band-leveled. | $420 | $780 |
| Shared Inquiry Core Claims, evidence, Socratic discussion. 1–2× per week. | $300 | $560 |
| Singapore Math Core Level-placed, Earlybird through Pre-Algebra. Mastery-based. | $400 | $740 |
| Beginning Spanish Core Music, storytelling, real-world context. | $360 | $660 |
| High School Biology Core College-prep. Home-based labs included. | $440 | $800 |
| Visual Art Enrichment Monthly projects + semester culminating work. | $180 | $320 |
| Faith + Character Faith Devotional framework, scripture memory, virtue rotation. | $120 | $220 |
Materials and books not included. À la carte credits apply toward full enrollment if you upgrade.
Enrichment Intensive · Literacy
BGA Reading Studio
A focused 2-week literacy intensive offered three times a year — fall, winter break, and spring. Built on the Junior Great Books tradition.
Junior Great Books · Shared Inquiry Method
Reading & Writing Studio
Small-group, live online literacy for readers ages 5–11. Children read closely, write boldly, and learn to think out loud.
Per 2-Week Block
Max 4 students
Max 12 students
K–1 · Emerging · 10:00 AM ET
High-quality stories, choral reading, phonics practice, target-word vocabulary, drawing and writing. Mon–Thu.
Gr. 2–5 · Growing · 3:30 PM ET
Students form opinions, support claims with evidence, and engage in Shared Inquiry discussion. Mon–Thu.
Add-Ons · Open to Any Family
IXL + Private Tutoring
No BGA enrollment required. Both options are available to any homeschool family anywhere.
IXL Learning
BGA Family Rate · ELA, Math & Spanish
Research-backed adaptive learning that adjusts to each child's level in real time. Three subjects for a fraction of the direct IXL price.
1:1 Private Tutoring
Any Child · Any Subject · Flexible
Certified, personalized instruction built around your child's exact needs. Scheduled around your family's calendar — no minimum commitment.
We'd love to hear from you
Find your family's perfect fit.
Reach out and we'll help you figure out which combination of offerings makes the most sense for your learner. A real conversation, no pressure.