FAQs
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What is LAF? |
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LAF Homeschool Community is a Christian-based homeschool co-op located in southern York County, PA. which welcomes all homeschoolers and cyber schoolers. We have classes for PreK-12th grade which are taught by teachers passionate and knowledgeable about their subject matter. We offer 28 weeks of classes broken into three sessions; a 10-week fall session, a 10-week winter session, and an 8-week spring session. |
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When does LAF meet? |
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LAF meets on Thursdays from mid-September through mid-May with the month of December off. The first class period begins at 9:00 a.m. and the last class period ends at 3:20 p.m. |
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Where is LAF located/where does LAF meet? |
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We meet at Grace Fellowship Church in Shrewsbury, PA. on Thursdays from mid-September through mid-May. The address is 74 E. Forrest Ave., Shrewsbury, PA 17361. |
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How much does LAF cost/what fees does LAF have? |
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1. Enrollment fee - To register for classes each student must pay an enrollment fee. The cost for the first student is $40 with each additional student being an additional $20 (two students=$60, three students=$80, etc.). This fee is required two weeks after registering for classes. 2. Class fees - The class fee listed on the website is the total for the year and may be paid in full or in three payments on the following schedule: August 1 - 33.4%, November 1 - 33.3%, and February 1 33.3%. 3. Upfront fees - All classes have a $25 Deposit Fee in addition to the class fees. Classes may also have a materials fee to cover photocopies, class supplies, etc. The materials fee is due June 15h with the deposit and is non-refundable. **If you register after June 15 the Upfront Fees are due 2 weeks after registration. 4. Maintenance fee –The maintenance fee for 2024-2025 will be $75 to be paid in full by September 12th. All fees may be paid by cash, check, or online (includes a 3% processing fee. |
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Do I have to volunteer in order to participate? |
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LAF runs best when we have volunteers to help us at the Sign-in Table and with Lunch Clean-up. We have a Clean-up Crew in place to take care of the after co-op clean up each week. We also have parents who volunteer in other areas as needed. |
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Is LAF a Christian co-op? |
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We are a Christian-based co-op that welcomes homeschoolers and cyber schoolers from a variety of faiths and backgrounds. Our classes are taught from a Christian worldview. |
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Is LAF a drop-off co-op? |
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LAF is a drop-off co-op for students 11 and older. However, if your student has a period free between classes a parent or other responsible adult is required to be on-site as we do not have study halls available. If your child is under 7 we prefer to have a parent or other responsible adult on-site at all times for safety reasons. There are multiple waiting areas for parents and siblings. |
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Is the LAF Co-op an outreach program for/part of Grace Fellowship Church? |
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No. Although Grace Fellowship graciously hosts our co-op we are not officially affiliated with Grace. |
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Do I have to enroll my student in a certain number of classes/sessions? |
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No. You can enroll your student in just one class or up to 6 (we have six class periods). We want you to do what is best for your child and your family. |
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Can cyberschool students enroll? |
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Yes, we would love to have cyber schoolers join us. |