Who We Are
The philosophy of The Bridge is rooted in the firm belief that students are unique individuals, created in the image of God, and therefore, capable of self-learning once shown how. Students are not containers into whom we pour knowledge. Instead, they are filled by the Creator with unique abilities and interests that influence how and what they learn.
Parents hold the ultimate authority in directing the education of their children. Considering this, we at The Bridge strongly urge parents to seek God for an understanding of their child’s calling. When families aim to understand a child’s passion and purpose before high school, they can better prepare the child for the great things God has planned. Our mission is to partner with families in achieving their academic goals by providing a high standard of excellence in accountability. Our staff has over 80 years of combined homeschooling experience. We have assisted families in every stage of homeschooling, so no matter where you are in your journey, we are confident that we can assist, support, and encourage you.
Our Tri-fold Ministry
Through our tri-fold ministry we are able to assist families in all aspects of homeschooling. Each ministry program operates independently but all three are available for all families.
Private school
Our private school allows families to continue homeschooling with the added assurance and accountability of The Bridge’s covering. We work with parents to create or to fine-tune their homeschool program while providing a private school covering. We strive to give parents peace of mind while encouraging and assisting them in their homeschool endeavors.
Academy Classes
Our Academy Classes allow families the opportunities for their students to interact with other homeschoolers in a classroom setting. We are a co-op style program with parent teachers and also bring in inspiring teachers from our community. Our classes range from core academic classes to elective classes. Students can take as many classes as they desire, all in a Christ-honoring environment.
Support Group
Our support group allows parents and families to come together and encourage one another. Parents can find answers to questions they have, encouragement they need, and assistance from other home educating families. Our support group offers quarterly events for parents and/or families. In the past we have had speakers such as Pam Tebow and Steve Demme.
Our Staff
Lynne Hartshorn
Founder & Support Director
Maria White
Administrative Director
Tanya Ranney
Elementary Classes Director
Amy Wotring
Administrator & Teacher
We are a 501(c)3 organization. The Bridge Sarasota admits students of any race, color, and national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.