In “Should I Join a Homeschool Co-op?,” Episode, #170, Meredith Curtis discusses homeschool co-ops and how they benefit homeschooling families. She explains the difference between support groups, co-ops, enrichment classes, and umbrella schools. From a wealth of experience, Meredith shows how to co-op wisely when seasons allow.

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Our Experience with Homeschool Co-ops

Each different purpose, cost, personal responsiblity

What season are you in?

Where do you need help?

What classes are you willing to NOT teach?

Cooperative – each one plays a role:

• Administrator
• Teachers
• Helpers
• Treasurer
• Support (Nursery/Study Hall)

Co-ops might have a theme: History Day, Travel thru Time, Science Fun

Co-ops might just be enrichment

Coo-ops might cover core classes & Enrichment

Co-ops might be online

Core – English, Math, Science, History, Geography

Out-of-Box Core – Who  Dun It, Travel Around the World

Life Skills/Enrichment – Bible, Homemaking, Art, Music, Labs

Do their standards match yours?

• Faith/Beliefs
• Behavior
• Conversation

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