FAQS
What is LAHA, and how does membership work?
LAHA is an online community connecting homeschool families throughout the La Crosse area. It serves as a central place to share ideas, find opportunities, and build relationships.
Membership costs $12 per year and includes access to our members-only website, message boards, classifieds, and event calendar. A weekly email keeps you updated on community discussions, events, and more.
LAHA is not a co-op and does not have a regular meeting schedule. Families use the community to connect and organize activities together.
How do I join LAHA?
Visit lacrosseareahomeschool.com and complete the membership registration. You’ll choose a username and password to access your account.
Membership is $12 per year. For payment instructions, see “How do I pay membership and field trip fees?” If you need help joining, email lacrosseareahomeschool@gmail.com.
Can I join if I don't live in La Crosse?
Yes! Our community includes families from Tomah, Viroqua, La Crescent, and beyond. If you consider La Crosse part of your local community and travel here for activities or connections, you’re welcome to join.
What does my membership fee support?
Your $12 annual membership fee helps cover our Homeschool-Life website platform and other small website operating expenses.
We keep costs as low as possible so families have an affordable place to connect, share resources, and find activities.
If the membership fee is a financial hardship, please contact us at lacrosseareahomeschool@gmail.com. We’d love to help.
Do I need to belong to a co-op or church to join?
No. You do not need to belong to a co-op or church to be part of LAHA. All homeschool families are welcome.
Our community brings together families with different homeschooling styles and choices. We ask members to respect those differences as we share ideas, build friendships, and enjoy activities together.
Independent Learning. United Community.
Who can I contact with questions?
Email our director team at lacrosseareahomeschool@gmail.com. We’re happy to help with questions about membership, the website, or getting involved.
What kinds of activities does LAHA offer?
Our community creates opportunities for homeschool families to connect through field trips, events, and other activities. Offerings depend on what member families organize, so they can change throughout the year.
Members can check the calendar and weekly email for upcoming opportunities. Have an idea? We’d love to hear it!
How do I pay membership and field trip fees?
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Visit lacrosseareahomeschool.com and log in using the username and password you chose during registration.
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Select the credit card icon in the upper-right corner to view your account balance.
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Select the charges you want to pay. You can pay multiple charges together in one transaction.
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Select Pay Now to continue to PayPal and complete your payment. You can choose the debit or credit card option without a PayPal account.
Prefer to pay by cash or check? Contact lacrosseareahomeschool@gmail.com to arrange payment.


Why can't I see the calendar?
Our event calendar is available only to members. Join LAHA and log in to view it.
If the membership fee is a financial hardship, please contact lacrosseareahomeschool@gmail.com. We’d love to help you participate.
How do I download the app?
Log in to the LAHA website on your mobile device, then select the phone icon in the upper-right corner. Follow the instructions provided there to add the app to your device.
Use the instructions on the website rather than searching the App Store.

Can I belong to LAHA and another homeschool group?
Yes! You’re welcome to join LAHA whether or not you already belong to a co-op, church group, or another homeschool community.
LAHA provides another way to meet families, share resources, and discover opportunities throughout the La Crosse area.
Is there an age requirement to join LAHA?
There is no age requirement for families to join! Families with preschoolers are welcome, including those exploring homeschooling and looking for connections, guidance, or feedback from other families.
Individual activities may have age requirements, so check each event description before signing up.
Can we try an event before joining?
Visits are considered by request. Contact our director team at lacrosseareahomeschool@gmail.com to discuss attending an activity before becoming a member.
Do parents need to stay at activities?
Each event, field trip, or class has its own supervision requirements. Please read the description carefully before registering to find out whether a parent must stay or drop-off is allowed. Unless specificially indicated; parents should plan to stay on site.
Are siblings welcome at activities?
Sibling participation depends on the activity. Check the event description for age requirements, participation limits, and whether space is available for family members to observe.
If the description doesn’t answer your question, contact the organizer before registering.
Do activities cost extra?
Some activities are free, while others have a fee. The cost will be listed in the activity details when you sign up.
We aim to offer a mix of free and paid opportunities to accommodate different family budgets. Please reach out if you have questions about a particular activity.
Are members required to volunteer or organize events?
No. Helping organize or run activities is completely optional.
LAHA is community-driven, and every contribution helps create more opportunities for our families. If you’d like to get involved, we’d love your help!