September 14, 21, 28; October 5, 12, 19, 26(Business meeting); and November 2, 9, 16, 23

January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 15, 22; March 1 (Snow make-up day), 8 (Business meeting), 15 (Open House), 22, 29; and 

April 5 (Open house), 12, 19 (Presentation Night)

We are accepting new members for the 2021-2022 School year!

You may be wondering what makes MACH different from other co-ops?

Did you know in June 2019, Pennsylvania passed House Bill 1615, which changes the compulsory school age from ages 8-17 to ages 6-18? Beginning in the 2020/2021 school year, homeschool parents will need to provide an affidavit, compile a portfolio, and have an evaluation done for any child 6 years or older.  At MACH we provide academic classes for all ages. Our classes are on a scheduled rotational basis, so you know your child will receive all the necessary training in science, history, physical education, and in the secondary grades, English Writing & Literature. Co-op classes provide this necessary teaching, as well as provide worksheets, projects, etc. to include in the homeschool portfolio.

• Receive teaching of history from K- 6^th grade, with a 4^th grade emphasis on PA History.

• Are taught all areas of science, with class time dedicated to lab work, “hands-on-activities”, and special in-depth unit studies.

• Participate in year-long gym classes, and are instructed in a variety of group sports, learning teamwork, listening skills, coordination, and agility. At-home physical fitness is also encouraged. Log sheets and tests are optional but make great additions to the homeschool portfolio.

• In addition to the morning classes of history, science, and gym, students may choose to participate in afternoon electives such as art, life skills, Lego club, music, and drama.

• Students completing our regular rotation of morning courses, will receive all the credits needed to fulfill the homeschool law in the area of Science, English, and Social Studies.

• Areas of science which are taught: Earth Science, Life Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology

• Social Studies rotation includes: Early American History, Renaissance & Reformation, World Geography, Modern World History with World Religions, Personal Finance (economics), Government/Civics, and Psychology.

• Our English rotation includes a strong writing component in the junior high years, including instruction in writing a research paper. Grade appropriate novels are read and analyzed. Students will also learn speech skills and give oral presentation. High school students rotate through the following three courses: English with an American Literature emphasis, English with a British Literature emphasis, and English with a World Literature Emphasis. High schoolers will continue to sharpen their written communication skills, as well as their oral communication skills through both individual and group presentations.

• Students may participate in additional afternoon electives, such as art, debate, volleyball, and music/drama. Math classes are also available at this level.