Co-Op with OpenEd

Perfect for Co-Op Families

Whether you're already part of a homeschool co-op or looking to join one, OpenEd provides resources and support that complement and enhance the collaborative learning experience while ensuring a well-rounded education.

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What is a Homeschool Co-Op?

A homeschool co-op is a group of homeschooling families who come together to share teaching responsibilities, resources, and expertise. Co-ops can range from informal gatherings to structured programs with scheduled classes, typically meeting once or twice per week. They combine the flexibility of homeschooling with the community benefits of group learning.

How OpenEd Supports Co-Op Families

OpenEd partners with innovative public schools to provide resources that complement your co-op experience:

• Access funding for curriculum and materials used outside of co-op hours
• Receive reimbursement for co-op-related educational expenses
• Enhance your at-home learning for subjects not covered by your co-op
• Connect with a broader community of like-minded families
• Document learning that happens both in and outside of your co-op

Co-Op and OpenEd: A Perfect Partnership

OpenEd's flexible approach works seamlessly with the collaborative nature of co-ops:

Community Learning

Co-ops provide valuable group learning experiences. OpenEd enhances these with resources for individual exploration and complementary at-home learning.

Shared Expertise

Co-ops leverage the diverse skills and knowledge of parent teachers. OpenEd adds additional support and resources to fill any gaps in your co-op's offerings.

Flexible Structure

Just as co-ops offer a middle ground between traditional schooling and independent homeschooling, OpenEd provides a balance of structure and flexibility that complements this approach.

Success Stories from Co-Op Families

"Our family attends a classical education co-op one day a week. Through OpenEd, we've been able to access funding for the curriculum materials we use at home the other four days. The combination of collaborative learning at co-op and personalized education at home has been ideal for our children." —Rebecca, OpenEd parent

"When our arts-focused co-op couldn't find a parent to teach science, we worried about gaps in our children's education. OpenEd helped us access quality science materials and resources for our at-home days, ensuring a well-rounded education while still enjoying the benefits of our co-op community." —Daniel, OpenEd parent

How It Works: Co-Op and OpenEd Together

1. Apply to OpenEd
   Complete our simple application to begin the enrollment process. Our team will guide you through each step while respecting your co-op commitments.
   
   
2. Design Your Comprehensive Learning Plan
   Create an educational plan that incorporates your co-op participation while filling in any gaps with complementary at-home learning.
   
   
3. Document Your Learning Journey
   Submit brief weekly activity logs that capture your child's complete educational experience, including both co-op activities and at-home learning. This takes just 5 minutes per week.
   
   
4. Access Supplemental Resources
   Receive reimbursement for approved educational expenses that support both your co-op participation and your at-home learning.
   
   
5. Expand Your Community Connections
   Connect with other co-op families enrolled in OpenEd, sharing resources and experiences that enhance your collaborative learning.
   
   

Co-Op-Friendly Resources Available Through OpenEd

OpenEd can provide reimbursement for a variety of resources that support co-op families, including:

• Classical Conversations - Resources for classical education (for secular versions)
• The Good and the Beautiful - Language arts and science curriculum
• IEW (Institute for Excellence in Writing) - Writing curriculum often used in co-ops
• Teaching Textbooks - Self-paced math curriculum
• Apologia Science - Science curriculum with experiments (secular options available)
• History Quest - Engaging history curriculum for elementary students
• Art supplies, music instruction materials, lab equipment, and other resources that complement your co-op experience

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