What ages does HIS Co-op serve?
HIS Co-op is a family co-op with classes for all ages. However, our primary focus is to assist parents with junior high and high school students. With that in mind, we prioritize registration for families with students in 7th-12th grades and do not register families who do not have at least one child above second grade.
Can I drop off my student at co-op?
HIS Co-op is a true learning cooperative and a parent must always be at co-op with their student(s) as well as participate in planning, teaching, and assisting classes.
Do I have to teach a class?
His co-op is a true learning cooperative and parents are required to plan, teach, and assist. You will be asked what you are most comfortable teaching and we do our best to place parents where they are most comfortable for the year. We do ask that parents be flexible because we all are asked to cover or fill in in other classes on occasion.
What subjects does HIS Co-op offer?
While the classes offered change from year to year, our main focus is Writing (with Literature for High School Students), Electives, and Science. Most classes follow a particular curriculum and the student will be required to complete work and reading at home under the supervision of his or her parent. Some high school teachers use their own material and provide this to the students through online classrooms.
What are the costs associated with HIS Co-op?
Because we are a true learning cooperative run and taught by parents, the costs for HIS Co-op are minimal. A small fee is due yearly upon registration per student (with a family max of three fees per family.) Semester fees are charged in August and January that cover the cost for materials for the classes you choose. Class fees vary depending on the supplies needed but fees are posted at the time of registration so that families are aware of cost. Also, there is a small per family semester fee to help us cover the cost of building maintenance and materials.
Can my student just come for one class?
HIS Co-op is a learning cooperative built on family participation. In order to provide this atmosphere to families, students are required to be at co-op full-time, taking at least two classes and then having a study hall. If families have an older student (junior or senior in high school) that only needs certain classes, this will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
What does a typical day at co-op look like?
On Mondays, we meet from 9:15AM – 12:30PM. We begin at 9:15 with the Pledge of Allegiance, Devotion and Prayer, and Announcements. Once dismissed, we have three learning hours. Hour one is Writing/English, hour two is electives, and hour three is science classes.
Can I choose two science (or English or Elective) classes for my student?
Each hour at co-op is devoted to one particular subject. Hour one is English/Writing, hour two is elective classes, and hour three is science classes. You may register your student for one class choice per subject hour. (Students younger than third grade do not change classes and use enrichment materials.)
Does HIS Co-op use Christian curriculum?
HIS Co-op is a distinctly Christian co-op and as such chooses curriculum with a Christian worldview.
Do classes run all year or do you have a block schedule?
HIS Co-op classes run the whole year.
Do you accept registrations mid-year?
Because our classes run a full year, we typically do not accept registrations mid-year.
Can we visit HIS Co-op?
Yes! We offer an annual open house in March every year. Please see our website for more details. If you miss our open house, please complete the contact form with your email address and phone number and someone will contact you ASAP.
Can I bring my baby?
Nursery is available for birth through 4 years of age.
How long does the co-op year last?
HIS Co-op runs from August – April and meets for 28 weeks. We take a holiday break from the week after Thanksgiving through New Year. (High school students will still have assigned work during this break.)
What do I need to provide for my student(s)?
Parents are expected to provide necessary text books, reading books, and school supplies if needed. Also, students in grades 7-12 are expected to have access to computer, internet, and printer.