Homeschooling Families in Saint Charles, Missouri
Founded by Alyssa Leverenz in November 2023, Saint Charles Homeschool Co-Op has grown into a lively, close-knit community of active homeschooling families connecting through fun and educational events.
Mission Statement
We are a private group of homeschooling families with elementary students committed to co-creating opportunities for our children to learn, play, grow, and thrive through activities that nurture social skills, creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning.
Group Rules
Member Participation Required
All members are encouraged to host classes and help facilitate events. Inactive members may be removed.
Respond to Event Invitations
Please respond to event invitations decisively either Going or Not Going, and do not make a habit of cancelling last minute. A lot of effort is put forth into accommodating attendees, so please let the host know if you are changing your original RSVP.
Invite All Members Only
When creating events, invite all members of Saint Charles Homeschool Co-Op, not restricted to age limits and always coed. Do not open events up to the public, invite non-members, nor cross-promote it in other groups without permission from the admins.
Hosts Cover Costs
It is the host’s responsibility to pay for any materials needed when leading classes. Hosts may ask for donations or collaborate with other members to co-host and share the costs. However, they should not charge an attendance fee unless they are hiring a third party to assist with facilitating the event.
Be Courteous
Arrive on time, be kind, respectful, well-mannered, and refrain from gossiping or sharing confidential information. This goes for parents and children.
How to Get Involved
When creating Facebook events, invite all members of Saint Charles Homeschool Co-Op.
Be sure to include important details for the event description including:
- Title
- Appropriate Cover Photo
- Date
- Start and End Time
- Age Requirement
- Maximum Capacity
- If Allergens Will Be Present (Animals, Chemicals, Eggs, Fish, Milk, Nuts, Sesame, Soy, Wheat)
- Rules for the Event
- Supplies Needed
If you have questions or would like assistance, email the admin, Alyssa, at [email protected].
What to Expect
Age Requirement
Events in this co-op are geared toward kids ages 5-10. Younger and older siblings are welcome to tag along if necessary.
Experienced Instructors
All members contribute to hosting classes and events. We collaborate in sharing our wealth of knowledge and passion for teaching to create engaging learning experiences for our students.
Collaborative Learning Spaces
Residents of Saint Charles County with a valid library card may reserve a private meeting room at various library locations. Other places we meet include residences, park pavilions, playgrounds, church facilities, gymnasiums, hiking trails, field trips, and community gathering space.
Diverse Class Offerings
This co-op offers everything from core subjects like reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies to electives such as art, music, health, and physical education. We host book club meetings, writing assignments, math lessons, science experiments, and delve into the vastness of world history. We tailor events to participants’ interests and strengths.
Community-Building Events
Beyond academics, we value maintaining a friendly, close-knit community. We host regular social events to create opportunities for families to connect, share experiences, get to know each other outside of the classroom, and build friendships.
Field Trips and Enrichment Activities
We organize field trips and recruit guest speakers for private presentations to provide enrichment that complements classroom learning, offering students hands-on experiences and a broader perspective of the world.
Other Fun Stuff
Birthday / Holiday Parties, Sports, Games, Camping Trips, Photoshoots, Graduation Celebrations, Group Presentations, Learning Expos, Theatre Performances + More
Contact
Email the founder/admin, Alyssa: [email protected]