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A true cooperative is the oldest type of homeschool group. We are a collection of families who get together to share our talents! We offer our skills and expertise to each other without fee for the betterment of the whole. All families volunteer or cooperate (hence, co-op) to make it work. Usually, a co-op consists of a leadership team, some committees, and parents as teachers and helpers for classes or nursery. 

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We are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every person feels empowered. Our core values reflect our dedication to fostering a community that is affirming of LGBTQ+ identities, supportive of neurodiverse individuals, and welcoming to people from all ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds.

Inclusivity: We strive to build a community where every individual is welcomed and celebrated. We honor the diversity of our students, staff, and families, and ensure that our practices and interactions reflect this commitment.

Affirmation: We are dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere that validates and respects each person’s identity and experiences. Our school is a place where every person is seen, understood, and supported in their personal and academic growth.

Respect: We uphold the dignity and worth of every individual within our school community. We promote a culture of mutual respect, where all voices are heard, and everyone is treated with kindness and empathy.

Equity: We are committed to identifying and addressing systemic inequities that affect our students and families. We work to create equitable opportunities and ensure that students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed.

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We welcome children from 5-18! Our classes have no fixed age group because we understand that every child's needs are different. 

Younger siblings are welcome as well. 

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No, we are not a drop-off program. Families must commit to attending CLC regularly and participate in some way. 

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To be considered a member of the CLC 757, a family must: 

• Sign up their family on our website. 

  • Current Members must update their information on our website each school year to retain membership. A due date will be communicated each year. 

• Attend a short family Meet & Greet with the leadership team with children ages 5 and up (first year only).

  • After sign-up, the Leadership Team will set specific dates for these Meet & Greets. If a potential family is unable to make themselves available for at least one of these dates, it is possible that they will need to remain on the waitlist until the following semester. Exceptions for extenuating circumstances may be made, but are not guaranteed.

  • Meet & Greets are available in-person at established Park Days or via phone/Zoom 

• Pay registration fees: 

  • The due date for the registration fee will be communicated each semester. 

  • Fees for paid classes hosted by outside vendors are due according to the individual vendor and are NOT paid to CLC.

  • If these fees are not paid before the due date, the member risks having their membership terminated.

• Acknowledge that they agree, understand, and will submit to all the following when registering on our website:

  • CLC757 Handbook

  • Liability and Consent Waiver 

• Be able to pass a background check (to check for violent crimes and sex offender searches).

  • This is included in your registration fee. 

  • Background checks are performed every 2 years.

• Be legally homeschooling, legally public schooling at home, OR if child(ren) is/are not compulsory school age, intending to use one of these options when child(ren) becomes compulsory age.

• Be willing and able to participate regularly as an active member of the co-op.

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Our membership fee is based on the number of families we have enrolled each semester. The more families, the lower the cost! 

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Your membership fee pay for:

• Facility Rent

• Background Checks

• Liability Insurance

• Website Hosting

• State Filings

• Federal Filings

• Scholarship Fund

• Evaluations (PoP) for each student

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Possibly. We are a community and that means that we all rely on each other in order to make CLC work. Each family must contribute something. We are also not a drop-off, so parents must be on-site and actively supervising their students. 

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If a student isn't interested in any of the classes offered at a certain time, or needs a break from classes, they are more than welcome to hang out in our FAC. We have numerous games, toys, and activities for students to entertain themselves. We do ask that parents do not leave children unattended, especially our littlest students, for the safety of everyone. 

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We absolutely love our littlest students at CLC! Please bring them and know that you will be supported by our community. 

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No, of course not. However, priority for class registration is given to families that are teaching or otherwise serving in leadership positions. 

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There are always a limited number of family spaces in our community for people with more "behind the scenes" type skills. We understand that not everyone is a star professor and that is okay! However, due to the small nature of our community, we do have to keep a good ratio of teachers to volunteers and there may not be an available space for your family if you are not willing/able to teach at least one class in a single semester. 

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You can teach anything you wish! Go with your strengths or personal interests. If you are new, it might be helpful to stick to what you feel comfortable with. Remember: classes don't have to be core academic subjects! Some past classes: Mixed Media Art, Crochet, Intro to Law, PE, Dance, Book Club, Chess

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Please do not come to class if you're sick. You can email any of the members of the leadership team or post in our private Facebook group to let us know that you won't be coming. 

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Have fun! We would appreciate it if you could let us know in advance so that we can arrange a substitute for your classes if you are teaching.