New Member Registration

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Note: This registration form is for families that are looking to join Branches Surprise campus ONLY. We meet on Wednesdays near the Loop 303 and Grand Ave. If you are interested in participating in Central, West Valley, North Valley, Mesa, Southwest, or the Chandler campus you will need to request membership on their websites. Thank you!

Branches Surprise is currently full for Fall 2024. We will start contacting families for Spring 2025 if there is room in October or November. Please wait to apply for membership until then. We are always in need of parents who are willing to teach, help in classes or be on our Set-Up/Tear-Down, and Cleaning Crews. Before your membership is approved you will receive a phone call from one of our administration staff members and we will conduct a short interview. During this interview we will learn about what you like to do and answer any questions you may have about Branches. In the mean time feel free to look over the classes that were offered in Fall 2024. We will have the Spring schedule up sometime in November and register for classes in December. It takes lots of hand to make our community work and we look forward to hearing how you would like to contribute.

There is a $50 registration fee per semester to join Branches. Please DO NOT pay the $50 until your membership has been approved. Unfortunately, this fee is non-refundable.

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Additional Questions

1. Do you currently attend a different Branches campus? If so which one? 2. Have you attended Branches in the past? If so which campus? (1 required) No
Central (Biltmore)
Chandler
North Valley
Southwest
West Valley
North Mesa
3. Were you referred by a current Branches member? If yes please type their name(s) and campus they attend below: 4. Everyone has talents! Sometimes we don't feel like we do, however God has gifted each of us with unique things that we're good at. It's especially intimidating to put yourself out there, in front of a group, but we are in this together! If you have an area, background, or speciality that you think could help Branches community in some way, please include it in the box below. It doesn't mean you are committing to teaching on that subject! Over time, we hope to add a variety of classes so that our children can be exposed to many different areas.

Examples include speech, writing, foreign language, music, art, singing, math, poetry, student council, history, card game fun, chess, knitting, sewing, photography, leadership, science, crafts, geography, sea life, journalism, electricity, making comic books, coding, aerobics, strategy games, self-defense, book clubs, nutrition, programming, fitness, robotics, and SO much more! 5. I understand that Branches is an all volunteer non-profit organization. I will do my best to contribute my talents in a way that will help Branches be the best it can be. I understand that in order to have my children participate in class day, I am required to sign up for adult credits (teaching/helping/cleaning etc) based on the number of class periods we are on campus whether or not my child(ren) is/are enrolled in a class.

Families who are on campus (whether enrolled in a class or not) for 3 or less class periods need to earn 6 parent credits.
Families who are on campus (whether enrolled in a class or not) for 4 or more class periods need to earn 8 parent credits.

(1 required) I Agree
6. I understand that pictures may be taken of myself or my children for the purpose of a yearbook, website, or closed Facebook group. If I do not want myself or my children in these pictures, it is my responsibility to inform those taking the pictures and to remove myself and/or my children from group photos.

(1 required) I Agree
7. I agree that my family and I will abide by the sickness policy:

It is the personal responsibility of each member to be aware of those sick around them and to abide by the Branches’ sick policy for class days, special events, field trips, etc.

If any member of your family has had these symptoms, please have that member stay home:

Fever of 100 degrees or higher within the last 24 hours
Signs of possible severe illness such as uncontrolled coughing, difficulty breathing, wheezing, persistent crying, lethargy, or severe sore throat.
Vomiting or diarrhea within the last 24 hours.
Rash that has been accompanied by fever or behavior change.

Any student attending class day with the above symptoms will be brought to the check-in table, where parents will be contacted for pick-up.

The purpose of this sick policy is not to punish those who are sick but to try and keep our whole community healthy and able to continue to meet together in person. We understand that sometimes teething will cause an elevated temperature, being outside in the heat can cause vomiting, or seasonal allergies can produce a long lasting cough. We are trusting everyone’s best judgment to use these guidelines along with your personal family knowledge to determine when your family should stay home. (1 required) I Agree
8. Please read thoroughly and check the box below.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to build a Christ-centered co-op community, with a grace-filled culture, that equips, supports, and encourages homeschooling families and proclaims Christ’s leadership over all aspects of our lives. We desire to bring together homeschooling families who love God and want to share the knowledge of Jesus Christ with the next generation, by providing academic and enrichment classes, sports activities, and clubs from a Christian worldview, as well as opportunities for mentoring and friendships. Our teachers love God and communicate Biblical teaching and Christian values to our students.

STATEMENT OF FAITH

We believe that the Bible is the inspired and infallible Word of God that speaks with final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind. For purposes of doctrine, practice, policy, and discipline, our governing board is Branches’ final interpretive authority on the Bible’s meaning and application.

We believe in one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

We believe that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person to reflect His image as either male or female; but that each person is by nature a sinner, and alienated from God.

We believe that salvation and reconciliation come only from God, by grace; that God in love gave His only Son, Jesus, to die on the cross for our sin, thereby purchasing the redemption of those who believe in Him.

We believe that marriage is prescribed by God as a sacred, covenant relationship between one man and one woman, symbolizing the union of Christ and His church, and all forms of sexual activity outside of marriage is sin.

We believe that every Christian, through the power of Jesus Christ, is called to live a life set apart that will bear fruit to the glory of God, and sinful behavior, or even advocacy of sinful behavior, dishonors God and should not be encouraged.

We believe that God loves every person and therefore we need to treat others with the compassion, love, kindness, and dignity that He shows us.

STATEMENT OF EDUCATION

We believe that it is the parents’ role and responsibility to educate their children individually on topics of a sensitive nature, including:

Political Views
Doctrinal Views
Sexuality Views
Dietary Views

Out of respect for each family’s decision on when and how to teach these matters to their children, all teachers, volunteers, parents, and students are discouraged from discussing these topics with other children at Branches unless in a clearly defined class.

** Only teachers are required to agree and sign the Statement of Faith.

Do you agree with our Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, and Statement of Education? (1 required) Yes
No
9. I understand that some families have children with severe nut allergies. I will not bring items with nuts on the church campus. If I eat food with nuts, I will keep these items in my car and thoroughly clean up my children after eating. (1 required) I Agree
10. I understand that anyone (myself included), 18 years or older who will be on campus during class day to care for, teach my children, or help, will need to have gone through a background check with the company Branches has selected. (1 required) I Agree
11. I understand that we are guests on the church campus and we must all work together to keep the church clean and maintained. I will clean up after myself, my children, and other children. I will also refrain from smoking and vaping while on church property. Maintaining a positive church relationship is integral to the success of Branches. (1 required) I Agree
12. I have read the Waiver and Release of Liability, and understand it, and agree with the terms.

Please note you will be asked to sign this either via Adobe Sign or in person every year.
(1 required) I Agree
13. I understand that Branches is not a drop off program. A responsible adult must be present to care for your child(ren) at all times. In an emergency or unusual situation you can have another parent care for your child. A Temporary Guardianship Form must be filled out and turned into the Snack Bar before you leave campus. This is a ONE time allowance per semester. If for whatever reason you will need more than one, you will need to talk to the Campus Director and an exception may be made on a case by case basis. Otherwise, all parents are expected to stay on campus at all times. Please remember that Branches is a privilege and parent participation is a must for us to run smoothly (1 required) I Agree
14. I understand that every year I will be required to sign either via Adobe Sign or in person the following Affirmation Agreement:

I hereby affirm that I have read the Branches Statements of Mission, Faith and Education, the Guidelines and Standards, Sickness Policy and the Code of Culture and Conflict Resolution and have discussed these items with my children. I certify that I consent to and will submit to all policies and standards of this group, and I acknowledge that violation of these terms will carry consequences that could include dismissal from Branches.

I understand that admission to Branches is a privilege, not a right, and admission for one year does not guarantee automatic admission for future years. (1 required) I Agree
15. We are always in need of teachers. Please pray and think about areas you can help (remember to think outside the box and have fun with this)! Below are some areas that we may be in need of volunteers still (this list is not all inclusive, just where we may still have a need). Please check any boxes below that you might be interested in volunteering, you are not committing by checking the box. Someone will call you to discuss things further and answer your questions.

By having the volunteers needed, we will be able to offer a variety of classes and will not have to pay outside teachers. You don't need to be an expert! All teachers must agree with the Statement of Faith and complete a Teacher Application which can be found on the website after your membership is approved. (1 required) Cooking/ Baking/Cake Decorating
Crafts/Art
Science
Math
History
Book Club
Bible Study/Journaling
Writing
Dance/Movement
Music
Outdoor - Jump Rope/Nine Square/Spikeball
Writing
High School Foreign Language
High School Math
High School Science
High School Art
Mini-Branches (Infant-5yo)

Payment Instructions

Please do not pay the $50 fee until your membership has been approved.

Payment Options

$50.00 – Semi-Annual Registration Fee to be Paid When Membership is Approved