WHY WE ARE QUITTING OUR HOMESCHOOL CO-OP | HOW TO CHOOSE A HOMESCHOOL CO-OP & DO YOU NEED ONE?

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In today's homeschooling video I have a little bit of a storytime about why we quit our homeschool co-op...again! I have a love/hate relationship with homeschool co-ops, or at least with ours. Several things led to my decision and I'm sharing that with you today. I'm also sharing my best homeschool advice on how to pick the right homeschool group for you. Whether you decide to join a homeschool co-op or not, your kids will be fine! Check out my entire homeschooling playlist here: • Playlist
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@trainingolives3370 4 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry, Becky. I’ve been homeschooling for 20 years and I’ve heard soooooo many terrible co-op stories, my own and several friends from everywhere (not just my state). Women can be so very hateful, and when they get into their cliques with equally harsh women, watch out. The very saddest thing of all is that most of the time they call themselves Christians, and that is really damaging to the impressionable kids who are watching all of it. It’s hard enough for us to get through it, but it is devastating when our kids think that this is how Christians behave.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

So so true!

@tiffytoo 3 жыл бұрын

This happened to us in church. 😭

@llauralitto6204 Жыл бұрын

i had joinned a coop several years back when my son was 5 it was christian the leaders were great but a few of the women were awful and clicky,i knew one of the womens mom well she was my sales lady so shes been to my house,she told her daughter another women i have nothing but 2 ugly lights only have plastic and alot of of exsadurated things like i was waiting for a man,yet i could careless for a man im a single christian mom by the way everyone else is married ,two women were talking crap about me in front of me and laughing while my back was turned while im trying to be a helper in a class i just froze and kept my back turned caus i couldnt belive that theese so called christians were talking about me ,so eventually i told the head lady why i was dropping out and she cried for me caus she felt my pain,this women was truly of god caus she felt my heart and understood i wasnt exzadurating ,she said im sorry you had to go threw that ,but i understand if you want to leave

@bluesouthpaw6326 4 жыл бұрын

We homeschool and I don't ever plan to co-op. I can handle things myself and my kids still play with other kids at the library, park, and local kids museum. Many kids they play with are homeschooled too. We like to chat at these events but I'd never want to like teach with them. I'll do my own thing. This lady also seems like she can handle things for herself ❤️.

@kellyharper1941 2 жыл бұрын

I just quit before it started one the kept asking for more and more and also more money. I only have one child and they expected me to teach 2 classes knowing I have a job. They were starting to treat me like hired help. Glad I got out of that. Thanks for sharing your experience.

@marcib6767 4 ай бұрын

I have a job and almost got roped into teaching too😅😩. I had to put my foot down that I couldn’t do additional teaching-I teach in my day job and homeschool my kids. We never ended up doing that co-op and I’m sooo glad

@keeperofmyhome 4 жыл бұрын

I just love and appreciate all of your videos!!! 🙌🏽🌻

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@meekybow7199 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! We have tried 3 different co-ops through the past 10 years, one enrichment one 2 two academic ones. I thought we “had” to belong to a co-op because it’s “the right thing to do.” Meanwhile, my kids were unhappy and I wasn’t enjoying it either. I have come to the realization that we are not a co-op family and it is OK 😁. The straw that broke our family’s camel back was how much my 10 year old daughter loved art so I signed her up for an art class. That particular teacher was awful. My daughter came out of class crying and I just lost it. Long story short, I had spoken with that teacher and she told me that my daughter only wanted to be in class to socialize and maybe her expectations were too high for my daughter. I was blown away. My daughter does not enjoy art anymore and her creativity was destroyed. She doesn’t like to watercolor or draw or anything anymore. I was so hurt for her. Leadership didn’t handle it very well because, in my opinion, this art teacher was so good as an art teacher (she really is quite talented) and they didn’t want to upset her. AND this was a Christian co-op. It was an expensive co-op as well. As a family, we decided that it’s just not our thing and it’s ok 😬. At the end we all must do what is best for our own family and regardless of what we choose, we are right ☺️

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That is so terrible! I'm so sorry that your daughter had that experience but I hope she can find someway to enjoy art again. :(

@LittlePodschool 4 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry things didn’t work out with your co-op! I would be devastated if that happened to us. So glad you feel confident with your decision and that your kids have a mama who will help them explore the world anyway! You’re so right, it’s not a necessary aspect of homeschool. There are so many creative ways to enrich their learning. 💜

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It was a hard decision, and I do feel badly about it, but I think it was the right choice, at least for now.

@hannahhippy 4 жыл бұрын

I can't believe they told you to trust them or not come back at a homeschooling place!!! WOwwwww When people say "trust me" it is DEFINITELY a huge red flag!!! Gogo mama!

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Can you believe it?! That's how it always seems to go with us! Other people do wrong and somehow they seem to think we're the "crazy ones."

@tramseyplanter2 4 жыл бұрын

I'm from an area with a lot of coop options. I've tried 2. At 1 I just didn't click with the mom's and my kids didn't click with their kids. Then I tried the second one and the mom's we're so nice and their kids were sweet, freindly, n inviting. We quit the 1st & stayed with the 2nd, & weve loved it. The way they are both set up & their purposes are completely different, therefore leadership is too. Leadership attitude trickles down to the other women SO leadership is key. The ones at mine aren't perfect yet their hearts are genuine and care about others so it really sets the tone. It's not the biggest around, nor provides the BEST of everything, but the friendships n kindness we've found is priceless. I always pray other moms find the same 🙂

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's amazing that you found a good fit for you and your family! You're right though, leadership sets the tone for the entire group!

@ElizabethPelick 3 ай бұрын

I just found your video today. I'm thinking about leaving the co-op that I'm in. It feels scary to walk away, but a relief at the same time. Thank you for sharing!

@Jlk6532 4 жыл бұрын

When I spoke up about something at our coop that I wasn’t comfortable with all the moms ostracized me and huddled together on the other side of the room and wouldn’t acknowledge me. It was ridiculous. No thanks. I was respectful when I voiced my concerns. They are petty and immature.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! I'm sorry you had to deal with that!

@lindatorres-lopez8306 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, this was our first year of homeschooling and we didn't do coops because I am still trying to decide if we should or shouldn't and finding one in my area has not been easy either so we will see.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

It's definitely a struggle to find one but either way, your kids will be fine! :)

@Dreblueskies 4 жыл бұрын

Fabulous video! I only have one Co-op available in my area but it doesn’t align with the type of curriculum we plan on using. So kind of a waste but feel pressured to have my child in a school like group. Thank you for the encouragement 🙌

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I know it can be tempting to think that the kids NEED a group like that but they really don't.

@mstoneify 4 жыл бұрын

We had a co-op we loved!! It was a drop off - zero parent involvement for the most part. It was a Christ-centered co-op and I knew the teachers so I can say this - I didn't care what the subject was. I would let him pick his classes for the next year. It was 5 hours of respite for me and he loved it. It was fun classes like cake decorating, geography, PE, woodshop, lego design, Magic Tree House, etc. I didn't even count it as a day towards our school though I could have. They offered "real" classes as well such as science, 5 in a row, reading, literature, history, etc. however, my son always chose the fun classes. We have a great curriculum at home that covered the main topics. This was social and fun times for my son. This semester we sat out due to financial issues, and he might be aging out of the "fun" things at 12. Honestly, I don't think I would do a co-op that was parent led. If I am teaching, I'm fine with just teaching my own. We are active at church, sports, trail life, etc for the social aspect of life.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

It's great that you had such an amazing experience and you can definitely get lots of socialization through church and sports, like you said!

@beckyj325 4 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed with your candidness. I would be so afraid to speak against a group if I was a vlogger. I'm struggling right now on whether or not to go back. My kids are what's keeping me there. My oldest is an extrovert and loves it. I have really enjoyed this last half of the semester being cancelled. We have our Fridays back. But I'm still on the fence. It's so hard trying to decide b/c in our state, there are waiting lists, etc too.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I know, it really can be a hard decision but I'm sure you'll make the right choice!

@HomeSweetHomeschoolLife 4 жыл бұрын

We are very fortunate that we have been a part of a wonderful co-op for 2 years. My son has really missed it since we have not been in 6 weeks.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome that you have such a great group! I hope you can safely go back to it soon!

@mamabear8373 4 жыл бұрын

I love the coop my kids are in now but, we've moved around quite a bit the last few years. Unfortunately our previous coop with the same organization was a bad experience and we kids included would have rather lone wolfed it and quit. Just found out we are moving again next year and you best believe I will be more aware in my decision making.

@carolinescurriculumcorner466 4 жыл бұрын

We have been a part of our homeschool co-op for three years and it has been a wonderful experience for our family! It gets us out of the house every week for an afternoon, which is great for all of us! It gives the kids an opportunity to learn from someone other than myself. They have classes that we simply could not do at home like gym class, dance class, recorder class, flag football, drama class, etc. besides the academic options. The kids are learning how to make friends and deal with all different kinds of personalities. They offer monthy field trips, Mom's Night Out, dances and more. I've never had an issue with the leadership. We love, love, love it so much!

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's so amazing! You've certainly been blessed to find a good group to belong to! Maybe one day that will happen for us but if not, I know the girls will be just fine!

@angiegracewellnessfreedom7544 4 жыл бұрын

I hate to hear this!!! I've heard so many awful stories! I wouldn't feel bad, you made the right decision! Mama always knows 💕

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Yes, I've learned through the comments that most people have bad experiences with co-ops.

@paulamorris7466 4 жыл бұрын

Leader air quotes... exactly! Take your time and money else where. See ya!!

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I know! Can you believe she said that?!

@Mtripp27 4 жыл бұрын

You might want to look at Meet Up. I found an amazing group there. We do one educational thing on Wednesday (museum, play, factory tour, art class, book club, etc...) and one social thing on Friday (normally a park or a trampoline place if the weather is bad). Everything is optional. We only pay for things that cost money. We get the school rate for most things. One example is a Christmas play that normally cost $150, we got for under $20. The group its self is free. It doesn't affect curriculum choices because everything we do in the group, I consider extra. I meet some amazing, supportive moms there. My daughter also has great, supportive friends. She isn't missing out on the fun things about school. She still gets a Valentine party for example.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That sounds amazing! I'll definitely check into it!

@theunlikelyhomeschooler7352 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! New homeschool mama here. We withdrew our 6th grader and kindergartener last month with the school closure. God has called our family to homeschool. I haven’t been able to decide whether or not to join a co-op for next year or not. So this is good info for me. Thank you!

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Since this is your first year of homeschooling, I wouldn't start with a co-op anyway. In my opinion, it might be best to do at least a full year of schooling at home to get a rhythm and routine down before adding a co-op.

@theunlikelyhomeschooler7352 4 жыл бұрын

A Place to Nest Thank you so much for your wise words! I will absolutely take your advice on this! Thank you so much!!

@sarahjanes2081 4 жыл бұрын

@@theunlikelyhomeschooler7352 Agreed. I did a co-op starting when my oldest was 4 and continued until she was 5. It was too much. There are great things to learn at this age that don't require a lot of structure. It's a tremendously fun age, and you should use this time to bond and encourage your personal teaching relationship with your kindergartner. Teaching the joy of learning is so valuable. This is a very ripe age for that.

@Cherylife 4 жыл бұрын

Love this 💜

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

@sarahsmith5077 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for addressing this issue! This video was very helpful to me this morning ;-) I was actually thinking about joining a co-op this year since my youngest will be in K and my oldest 2nd grade and I would have liked them to be together. But, COVID-19 happened, which has forced my husband is applying to other jobs, and a forceable move might be happening this summer. So, I already knew a co-op was probably out of the question! But, hearing from other homeschool moms, they always end up leaving and it’s the cycle of back and forth or joining others. So, I don’t know. To me, it seems to be better to invest in classes (experiences) outside the home or join other kids through church, library, classes, etc..than be bound to a co-op for an entire year!🤷‍♀️ So, I fee you made the best decision!

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad the video was helpful! It sounds like you have a lot going on right now and you can always worry about a co-op later. You're right though, there are so many other ways to give your kids socialization without the drama of a co-op.

@saral7370 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear that about your co-op! Our co-op isn't like that and ours is also Christian based. Most of the parents are amazing! Our board members take it seriously and all 6 of them are sweet and so smart especially through this ordeal! It's a well oiled machine. This is our 4th year at this co-op, our daughter is 9 now so we've only been to this one. Our co-op has been around for a really long time. There's a parent who was my daughter's teacher last year and she went to the same co-op when she was little! We did have a bad experience this year when one of her teacher's really didn't do what she needed to do to teach, it was Botany class. She was tardy and really didn't teach much in class. I was doing all the teaching at home so in January we dropped that class and had to start going to study hall because we still had a class after that to go to. I was then considered a "rover" and they would put me wherever they needed me. They don't make you pay for tuition after you stop, you just don't get reimbursed for what you've already paid. The other bad experience we've had is bad behavior from other kids and lack of discipline. Right now I'm still able to facilitate (Teacher's assistant) all of my daughter's classes due to some health issues she has so I can really see how the teachers are. We just filled out our registration for next year this month. One of the classes is American Girl doll history, my daughter is stoked about that one. But not much being offered next year but I think there's still going to be a full day for us. There are a couple I'm not sure about but signed up anyways to check them out. This year we've really gotten to know some families who are so amazing. There are 5 periods total for the one day a week but you don't have to go to all of them. I really like how they don't push the Christianity at ours even though they are Christian based. I know of a couple of other ones where they have messages every week you have to attend. Even if you aren't Christian you're still welcome, but if you want to teach classes you do have to be a member of a church. Sorry I wrote a book! 😉

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's so amazing that you've had such a great experience! I love the American Girl class idea!

@rosie-rv9ll 4 жыл бұрын

This year we finally found a Catholic co-op in our area. I was so excited and my kids hit it off with the other children in the group. I also enjoy talking with the moms and teaching a class myself. We were so disappointed when it ended because of this virus. Now they're talking about scheduling classes for the fall, which we have to sign up for now. I too am concerned that the virus will come back in the fall. We have to prep all of our classes ahead of time, which is a lot of work on my end. I'm concerned if I plan all those classes and it gets canceled again or someone in our family get sick with a virus, it will all be a waste of time. We are all really stuck in a hard spot.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's exactly the issue I was having and since they were so rude and ill-advised with their leadership, I just decided it's best and easiest to skip it for the 2020-20201 school year. I hope you can make a decision that's right for your family!

@wholetthekidsout1 4 жыл бұрын

We live in a rural area with extremely limited Co Op options. Like 2. When our kids were little, a few moms got together and started our own co op. No money required, full parent participation. Lots of play and tight mommy friendships. It dissolved when 2 families moved. Then, we found a more structured Co Op. Little financial investment, full participation required, enrichment classes only. Loved this group for 5 years. We will miss them terribly next year. We recently registered with a new even more structured Co Op with classes that will count for our curriculum, homework, etc. Now that my kids are older, I'm looking for more structure, curriculum replacements and more opportunity. (This Co Op is much larger) For the last 7 years, Co Op has been a day in the week that we ALL look forward to. If that wasn't the case, I can't imagine sacrificing my time, money and energy when this option is up to me. For all homeschool mamas...this is a season. This may be a season for Co Op or it may not. This may be a season for a different Co Op. Change is hard. I can't comment on having an issue with leadership because I haven't personally run into that. Trust your instinct mamas, you are usually right. ;) No group is perfect, but when you know...you know. Prayers and peaceful decisions for all homeschool mamas.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's amazing that you've had such good luck with the groups you've been with! You're right that change is hard! We might look into a different co-op at some point, or go running back to our old one, but if not, I know the girls will be fine. I'll just work harder to find activities for them to be part of! Thanks so much for your encouragement!

@trainingolives3370 4 жыл бұрын

Coming back again to add that I’ve seen so much success with just a few families getting together to do a class or two together. It gives that wonderful time with friends, and also accountability, etc... all the good things about co-op, but without all the drama.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's definitely something to consider! There are several sweet families that I might ask about doing that once the virus is more maintained.

@michellechannell1219 4 жыл бұрын

My boys are now 12 and 14 and every time we've tried a co-op it has gone bad. So we now take more field trips and some classes with friends.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I've been hearing that lots of people have bad experiences with co-ops. I'm glad we aren't he only ones!

@MsAndrea 3 жыл бұрын

Crazy what you have been through. The behavior of other parents has always been a problem for me.

@Msnataliegilbert 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos!! I’m a new homeschool stahm ! And I’m looking for as much help and advice as I can get. I don’t have many people around me or support. But I know my goal, and what I want to do. Just need help and guidance from like minded parents who have done this before

@aplacetonest 11 ай бұрын

You've got this!

@abbyjohnson8819 4 жыл бұрын

I love watching your homeschool videos. Thank you so much for posting this video even though it seems like you had a terrible experience. It's humbling to see a woman with spunk when she needs to be an advocate for her kids! Thank you for sharing with us and being strong standing up to unethical "leadership". Honestly, I was feeling guilty not sending my kids to a homeschool co-op, but this made me feel confident in my decision. It's perfectly ok if your not involved in a coop. Thank you! It's too costly for our family when we are already teaching on the subjects they are doing, not to mention the time and involvement it takes. You have saved my life with some of your amazing videos! Thank you also for posting on your video on free grade reporting...I was so stressed out about this until I found your video:) Could you make a tutorial on how you do your makeup?! LOL You do such an AMAZING beautiful job:) I would love to know what you use for your makeup! Thank you again for all your hard work you do posting these videos.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad this video was helpful and reminded you that you don't need a co-op in order to have happy and socialized kids! It means a lot to me that you like my videos! Yes, that report card download is amazing, isn't it? Thanks so much! I actually did a makeup tutorial awhile back if you want to watch it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sLKAdtSeq8u0hmg.html

@abbyjohnson8819 4 жыл бұрын

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@weddingfantasy1 4 жыл бұрын

We are not returning to our coop this fall. There were so many issues from bullying to disorganization. My daughter actually looked at me and said she didn't learn anything this term. I am hoping to find a new coop this fall or even start one.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry you've had to deal with that but I hope you can find another group that's a better fit! If I had the time, I'd start my own co-op!

@peggyk.738 4 жыл бұрын

I've been homeschooling for 26 years. We have never had many options in our area. Co-ops come and go. The first one we tried to join would not allow us to participate (after we joined) because I babysat a 2yo child. I, of course, was willing to pay his fees, and I offered to do childcare at each co-op meeting. There was a strict rule against children not in your family. I totally understood that, so we didn't go to the once a month classes, but we also could not get a refund. There were evening activities such as drama, music lessons, and field trips, which I thought we could utilize. It was allowed, but sign ups were at the co-op meetings where we were not allowed. By the time we received our newsletter every single slot for all those activities were filled. We were told we were welcome to join the beginning of the year family picnic and the end of the year family picnic. We tried one more co-op years later, but it fizzled out before it began. I stopped trying long ago. I just work hard to keep my daughter, only one left at home now, active with community activities, with friends, and through church.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's awful! I'm sorry you had to deal with that! You're right though, there are so many social activities that kids can do that don't require a co-op.

@katersization 4 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about starting my own co-op. I would never even say I was a "leader". That implies that the people who come to the co-op are followers. It's ridiculous how one word can pivot the mentality of the group. My best experience was in San Jose California. It is secular and run by a Christian CEO who uses other churches for the classes. There was break dancing, tai kwon do, legos, video production, chess, music and games with math. It was insane great. The next year we moved and went to an all Christian one. The authoritarian structure and the rules upon rules upon rules really set the environment for uppity women to display how snobby they can be. It is sad.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

So true! I think it's awesome that you're thinking of starting a co-op. I thought about that, too but it's not something I can do right now. I wish you the best of luck in starting yours!

@katersization 4 жыл бұрын

@@aplacetonest Thank you! I need co-founders...too bad you're not in my city. 😝

@journalofahomeschooler 4 жыл бұрын

I really never pay any attention to enroll my kid in a co-op , he socialize very well. I just think that no matter if is a christian co-op there’s always something that I might not agree with, plus it does kind of make me feel as if he will be again in public school,just because of the fact that there’s somebody else teaching him and that sometimes you sign because you see something you might like they are teaching but the way they are instructing the kids is not the way you think should be. Not sure if I am explaining my self well. But all this time I have being homeschooling I have never put my kid into a co-op. I think for a single mom like me is kind of difficult to pay for so much fees. I can see a benefit from it if is a class I have difficulty to teach, but besides that I don’t think I would enroll in a co-op . Don’t know what will happen a couple of years from now If I will change my mind and try. I really enjoy the information, and see somebody else’s opinion about it . Thanks for sharing .🤗

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

True, you never know what someone else is teaching them...even if they're Christians.

@TheGLOSSette 2 жыл бұрын

Can you share what u kiddo does to socialize and hang out with other kids? Kids in neighborhood? Extra curricular like dance or sports? Church?

@schultesweeties 4 жыл бұрын

I hate to hear of your bad experience with co op. We have been in one for 3 years now. We love it. My girls have flourished and I have made so many mom friends. I'm so thankful for it! But I do know there are some that a co op doesn't work.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you're loving your co-op. Maybe one day we will find one we can all love, too!

@Lindsaytaylortaylor 4 жыл бұрын

We were kicked out when my daughter came out and we didn’t tell her she was wrong. We were there five years. It was heartbreaking for all my kids. We are Christians, just have a different belief in that particular area

@tiffanyt628 4 жыл бұрын

We hardly have any options where we are much less one that would work with young children as you are required to be involved every week including teaching a class or a semester. I had a 1 and 4 year old, now 2 and 5 year old and couldn’t do the parental involvement portion that was required with two non-coop students. (Teaching or assistant teaching). Very unfriendly to Mom’s of littles without babysitters at home.

@Lucy-vx2ls 4 жыл бұрын

Ugh! I hate that! I have an 11yo and a 1 and 3yo, so I have had the same problem. I feel so bad for my oldest because we've had to give up several classes, not just co-op, for the same reason. It's like people forget that you can have big kids AND toddlers at the same time.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

That's a shame! I'm sorry you've had to experience that! :(

@MindyGail 4 жыл бұрын

We tried a coop a few years ago and that particular one just wasn't meshing with us. We've thought about joining again and giving it another go but I just dont know. 😕

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

It’s really hard to find a co-op that fits, that’s for sure!

@lizee708 4 жыл бұрын

We tried a co-op, I know refer to it as a "no thanks". Too much drama and judgement. Much rather just do the homeschool get together group, plus it is way cheaper. I bet there are many great co-ops out there, but it's just not for us. Great video Becky, keep them coming!

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm glad you agree that co-ops aren't necessary! Some parts of it were fun and we will miss it but for now, this was the right choice for us.

@cmsbraun Жыл бұрын

I'm currently in a co-op that I'm neutral about. There's definitely micro managing going on and typical "too many chiefs" mentality. But I'm actually looking into creating my own co-op, but keeping it super small! This way you get the best of both worlds and it doesn't cost a fortune!

@lizgomez3281 Жыл бұрын

Same here. I went to see to different co-ops and I to be there was more cons and pros. So I am deciding to create my own. ❤

@melissabingham3472 4 жыл бұрын

Wow that's awful that the "leader" reacted that way! The coops in our area are all too stringent for us. Plus the idea of someone else teaching my child and them choosing curriculum sounds like a SCHOOL all over again.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I know, it was pretty shocking!

@kimmerrou 4 жыл бұрын

I had briefly thought about looking into a co-op, not for subject matter, but for new people to meet. Our church right now (before pandemic) has a really small youth group. All the kids basically get along, but everyone else is involved in stuff, so there's no opportunity for "getting together". We have a lot of friends in our neighborhood, but my kids don't know anyone else that they can just get together with that is a homeschooled kid. Without having to drive too much there are two in our area. One I've heard is high school drama (so we're not interested in that) and the other is more scholastic and it's somehow run by this educational group. I've heard the running of it is great, but it's not really what I am looking for. I really just would like to have my kids know some like-minded kids that live relatively close by. We have good kids in our neighborhood, for which I am thankful, so I should just be thankful.

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

It definitely takes work to find the right group for our kids to hang out with, doesn't? Yes, it's a blessing to have neighborhood kids because in our neighborhood, there aren't really any kids. I think what I'll miss the most about co-op is my youngest having opportunities to do little plays and things with her classmates. I got to enjoy my oldest doing those when she was in public school and without a co-op, I won't really have those anymore with my youngest.

@kimmerrou 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a local play house in your area? We have one and they put on three or four plays a year. We've never been, but I have heard that people that do go think they're pretty good.

@sarahbennett7235 4 жыл бұрын

This was very interesting to listen to. So I am an unexpected home schooler due to the current state of the world. Right now my kids are getting set assignments via google classroom and you tube. Mine are in grades K,2 and 6. I am looking to make the switch to home schooling for next school year because I am not willing to send my kids back into a situation that is so uncertain. Can you give me any places to start to figure this all out? I have watched a few videos now but I feel overwhelmed trying to figure out what I am supposed to teach them. We live in the Northeast and are fully sheltering in place and will continue to do so after the state reopens. Any direction would be so helpful. Thank you so much and stay safe and healthy!

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

I know how overwhelming it can be to start homeschooling! The first thing to do, if you haven't already, is find out how to pull them out of public school and what is required of homeschoolers. Some states require that you submit work samples to them, attendance, testing, etc. Once you know what your state requires, it's easier to start planning curriculum. I highly recommend the book "Home Learning Year-by-Year." It has been a life-saver for me over the years.

@sarahbennett7235 4 жыл бұрын

@@aplacetonest Thank you. Our state seems pretty straight forward just a 10 day notice to pull. We will finish out our year e-learning and then take the plunge (AHHHHH)

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@tiffytoo 3 жыл бұрын

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@tracylynn8101 Жыл бұрын

Your video would have been more helpful if you would’ve actually told us something about why the co-op wasn’t a good fit. Specifically you said there was a leadership issue but didn’t give us any tips on what to look out for in co-op leadership to decide if a group will be a good fit or not.

@aplacetonest Жыл бұрын

To avoid awkward social situations with people I know in the co-op, I couldn't go into detail about what happened.

@TheOwsNestHomeschool 3 жыл бұрын

Well, I thought I wanted to join a co op but between this video and the comments I'm goung to stay far away from them lol

@aplacetonest 3 жыл бұрын

There are lots of co-op success stories out there but sadly, for us, it didn't work out. You could always try one for year or two and see how it goes.

@megannvialpando363 3 жыл бұрын

I encourage you to read “The Bait of Satan” by John Bevere.

@bekahrraine1885 Жыл бұрын

I haven’t read the book but I was thinking something along the same lines

@kmama6469 4 жыл бұрын

So, you had a bad experience at a co-op, but then returned to the SAME co-op a couple years later, and subsequently had another bad experience???

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, because there aren’t many cops in our area and leadership had changed so I thought we might have a better experience the second time around.

@kmama6469 4 жыл бұрын

A Place to Nest I thought that might be the case - that you had reason to believe it would be better than the first time. That’s too bad that years later, problems were still there. We’ve homeschooled over 13 years now and have mostly stayed away from co-ops, and we’ve done just fine. I’ve unfortunately just heard too many stories like yours.

@LilyPondWater 4 жыл бұрын

I probably will never sign up for a co-op. I’m pretty sure I’d get annoyed and would feel obligated to complete a semester. What I want is something I can drop off for. Thankfully in our city we have a homeschool language arts enrichment program that I signed my oldest up for. It’s like private school but better for Language arts and exclusively for homeschoolers. Classes are during the day 😅 Id rather pay for drop off enrichment classes than volunteer at a co-op. 😂

@aplacetonest 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, if you don't complete the year they get mad because they base tuition off the people that have said they will attend for a full year. In our area, there are very few co-ops that don't have a fee AND parent involvement. I'm glad you have a program where you can drop off and not be obligated to stay and help. : )

@LilyPondWater 4 жыл бұрын

A Place to Nest yes I don’t want to plan anything, know anything 😂 just take my kid and let me know what time to pick up. It’s almost like a real school 😂 but it’s so laid back an multi age classes. It’s perfect for my social butterfly child 🥰