As a Co-op, we cannot function properly if all of you are not here, and your absence puts more work on others. The penalty for excessive absences will be you being bumped down to New Member registration status even though you are a Current Member. Please consider your families' involvement based on the level of commitment you are willing to make. This is a one year commitment - if you drop out or can't fulfill your commitments before the end of the year, you will be moved to New Member status if you choose to return the following year!

Absences- Three planned absences will be allowed for the whole year. This does not include extended illnesses, births, deaths, or other extenuating circumstances. Please COMMUNICATE with us if you do have ongoing circumstances.

Guardianship/Parent Absence- Please schedule outside appointments on days other than Thursdays if at all possible. We are a co-op and not a drop off facility! A co-op requires each family to fulfill their commitment to the group. If another family member or Dad is available, they can fill in for you while you are out. If that is not possible, a friend at co-op may be your child's guardian. Please see us if you have special circumstances that require guardianship.