Introduction

MISSION STATEMENT

In communion with the Catholic Church, Our Lady of Walsingham Homeschool Co-op supports and empowers homeschooling families by providing a collaborative learning environment that fosters academic excellence, deepens faith formation, and cultivates a vibrant Catholic community. The focus of the co-op is to be a blessing to the homeschooling families in our group, and it takes the faithful commitment of every member to make it possible.

Welcome to Our Lady of Walsingham Homeschool Co-op!

We are delighted you are considering joining our community. The Policies & Procedures section is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how our co-op operates, ensuring a harmonious and enriching experience for all our families.

As articulated in our mission statement, the Policy & Procedures outlines the practical application of this mission, detailing the guidelines and expectations that enable us to achieve our shared goals. Within each section, you will find essential information regarding how our co-op operates.

Please read through each section of our Policies & Procedures:

• Church and State Volunteer Requirements
• General Information
• Member Guidelines
• Payment, Refund, and Reimbursement
• Standards of Conduct

We know this handbook is detailed. Over the years, these policies have grown out of real experiences, questions, and lessons learned. Our goal is to answer common questions before they arise so families know exactly what to expect.

We are grateful that you are considering becoming part of Our Lady of Walsingham. We pray this co-op becomes a place where friendships grow, children discover new interests, parents encourage one another, and together we continue forming our families in the Catholic faith.