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What are the homeschool laws for Washington State?
HSLDA (Homeschool Legal Defense) is the go to resource for all things legal. Go to their website to see the laws for our state:
HSLDA WA State
What is a homeschool Co-Op?
It is simply a group of homeschoolers who come together to provide educational and social activities for their children. A cooperative is run by its members and each member has a defined job. Our co-op meets once a week.
Do I have to stay at the co-op while my child attends class?
Yes. While your child is attending a class, you will be assigned to either a classroom (your prerogative to be/not be in the same classroom as your child) to help the teacher or to help with set up/tear down, or clean up.
Can I teach?
Yes! All of the classes taught at WCHC are by other parents whose children attend WCHC or from qualified professionals. We are 100% reliant on parents stepping up to teach. One requirement to teach is that you must have attended 1 full 14-week session of WCHC before submitting a class proposal to teach. You may teach any subject you like! Whatever you feel comfortable teaching. Your class proposal will be submitted to the board and will have to be voted and approved on before your course is offered.
Do I have to teach a class?
No. Although we are 100% reliant on parents teaching, we understand not everyone wants to teach. There is plenty of need for helpers and you can fit right in doing that!
How are parents assigned jobs if they aren’t teaching?
You will only be assigned a job for the hours your student is attending co-op. You can volunteer or be placed in a job. If there is something specific that you do not want to do (i.e. you have a bad back and are unable to move tables, etc.) then our Volunteer Coordinator will help you find jobs that match your skills/abilities.
How long is co-op?
WCHC has two 14-week sessions per year. Fall: September-December and Spring: February-May. We meet on Tuesdays 9:45 am to 3:00 pm. Families can also choose to attend 1/2 days.
How much does it cost to attend WCHC?
1. We have $100 family membership fee every 14-week session. The membership fee covers operating expenses of the co-op to include liability insurance, processing fees, website maintenance, etc.
2. Class fees will cover the cost of the facility as well as whatever the teacher determines to be an appropriate amount for class materials. Class fees range between $20-$100, and average out to about $35 per class. We have 4 class hours during the co-op day. Class fee covers the 14-weeks of classes.
Are you affiliated with any churches or denominations?
No. We meet at the Calvary Crossroads church, but we are not affiliated with them or any other church. But we do believe in the Bible and are Christians.
Do I have to be a Christian to attend?
No, you do not have to be a Christian to attend. We welcome anyone who would like to join us. We do have a Doctrinal Statement that serves as authority over the co-op. If you are not a Christian, but would like to attend, please know that all decisions and actions taken by the co-op will be from a Biblical Worldview. Those attending must adhere to those guidelines.
My oldest child is 3 years old, can I still join?
No, currently we are requesting that the oldest child of a family be 5 by September 1st in order to attend.
Where can I go to get more information?
For more info on our co-op please read our Handbook. You can also email info@wenatcheehomeschool.org or call/text Lana Hurd at 509-793-6254.
How do I join?
To start the enrollment process, please fill out our Priority Access List form. We will contact you about timing, availability, and possible trial days.