Classes

GRADE LEVEL DETERMINATION
Classes are divided into six major tracks.  Student placement in these tracks should be determined by grade and/or age as of August 31.  As parents, we are aware of our children’s social and academic abilities, but teachers are familiar with the levels of the courses. Posted grade limits give an idea of the level to which the class will be geared. We request that students not be more than two years below their grade peers in age. Exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis, if the class is not full and at the discretion of the teacher and Leadership Team. If such exceptions are made, the teacher and Leadership Team reserve the right to revoke them at any time.

High School students or Graduated home schoolers may take on responsibilities of teaching a class if interested. A Mentor program is a great experience for older students as long as there is other adult supervision in the rooms. Approval from the Leadership Team is required.

Because most parents are not equipped to teach children with severe disabilities or maintain discipline in a class with special needs children, please prayerfully consider if co-op fits your special needs child. It may be necessary for the parent to float with the child from class to class as a  helper. On the other hand, some children behave better in classroom situations without their parent present; in such circumstances, the parent may limit her time in her child’s classroom.