Classes FAQ
Can students enroll in multiple classes?
Yes, students can enroll in multiple classes based on their interests and availability. Some families choose to enroll their children in a mix of enrichment, elective, and core classes to create a well-rounded educational experience.
What about age, my student will turn the age required for the class during the semester?
If you cannot register your student because they are not yet (or they are older than) the age range specified for the class, please reach out to a leader to ensure the class will be a good fit. Our goal is to ensure a great experience for all students in the class. If it's a good fit, we can manually add your student to the class. Generally, if your student is less than 6 months from the age range we will add them to the class; priority may be given to students in the intended age range.
What if I need to talk with someone and ask questions to see if a class is a good fit for my student?
Please reach out to us by emailing info@Redwoodshcc.org. We want to ensure a great class experience and are happy to answer questions. We're here to help!
What is included in the Redwoods Membership?
Redwoods membership gives your family access to a growing, engaged community of homeschoolers. We focus on connection, encouragement, and support through a wide variety of relationship-building activities.
Your membership includes access to:
Programs—
· Classes
· Tues Co-op
· Teen Council
· GAB Co-op
Activities—
- First Friday Fellowship Days (free or low-cost monthly gatherings)
- Mom’s Night Out
- Parent “Small Groups”
- Fun Activity Days
- Recess meetups
- Monthly Field Trips
These offerings are designed to help both parents and students feel connected, supported, and part of something meaningful throughout the homeschool year.
Compare Redwoods Programs
Compare Redwoods Programs | Classes Program | Tues Co-op | GAB Club Co-op |
All | Not drop in, must register ahead of time; Not drop off, must remain on site | Not drop in, must register ahead of time; Not drop off, must remain on site | Not drop in, must apply ahead of time; Not drop off, must remain on site |
Types of classes | Enrichment (fun, hands on, elementary ages) Elective (specialty) Core (academic) Ages 6-18 | Enrichment or Academic Grades Pre-K-12 | Enrichment style Students rotate through Gym class, art class, and books class Ages 4-12 |
Taught by | Paid Instructors | Parent volunteers | Parent volunteers |
Purpose Because family wants and needs may change through their homeschooling journey… | Favors classes/ content, more accountability from Instructors (and students), structured, formal, for parents looking to supplement or outsource more specialized and/or advanced subjects | A la carte style Co-op, favors community and relationships, varied class choices, structured but not overly formal, Teen Council and Jr. Teen Council available | Whole program Co-op (stay for duration of GAB), close-knit families, favors relationships and enrichment style classes, casual but structured |
Community benefit (optional) | Parent lounge available + student study hall Coffee/ tea station available to parents | Fellowship Lunch Hour Coffee/tea station available to parents | Stay after to picnic and play |
Volunteer requirements | Encouraged! | Teach or Help in a parent job | Teacher, Helper, or Nursery |
Days | Classes meet once a week for 14 weeks per semester; Fall/ Spring semesters | Every other Tuesday for 7 dates per semester; Fall/ Spring semesters | Every other Friday: Fall – 5 dates Winter – 4 dates Spring – 5 dates |
Times | Classes available at 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 50 mins | Classes available at 11:30, 1:30, 2:30 50 mins Lunch hour at 12:30 | Arrive at 10:00 (set up, mingle, announcements) Classes 10:15-12:30 45 mins each |
Cost per student per semester | Depends on level of class: enrichment, elective, core $95-150+ per class (works out to between $8-15 per class date) | Depends on class: typically, between $15-30 per class | $15 per student per session |
Registration Must be a Redwoods member first to register for programs. To be a Redwoods member: sign up and attend a meet and greet, then complete membership form and payment. | Fall classes start first week of September – second week of December Spring classes start first week of March – second week of June (one break week included) **Registration is 5-6 weeks before Classes Program start | Fall classes start first week of September- early Dec Spring classes start first week of March- early June **Registration is 4-5 weeks before co-op start | Fall GAB starts last week in Sept, ends before Thanksgiving. Winter GAB is Jan-Feb Spring GAB starts last week in March, ends before June **Application is 3-4 weeks before co-op start |
Proposals and Schedules | For Fall: Schedule posted May 15th *As this is a new program (as of Fall 2024) we do expect some delays in scheduling/registration dates For Spring: Schedule posted Nov 15th | For Fall: Class proposals due early June, schedule posted mid/late June, teacher plan/prep July and Aug For Spring: Class proposals due late Nov, schedule posted early Dec, teacher plan/ prep Jan and Feb | Teachers needed by: July 31st for Fall; schedule posted early/mid Aug Nov 15th for Winter; schedule posted around Thanksgiving Feb 15th for Spring; schedule posted end Feb |
Orientation Day We expect attendance on Orientation Day for each program for each semester. (even if you’re participating in multiple programs, even if you’ve attended before) | Week before Classes Program begins | Week before Co-op begins | 30-45 mins earlier on first day of GAB |
Siblings? | Nursery use available for children ages 0-5 (parent must supervise) Study Hall available ages 5+ | Nursery available for children ages 0-4, monitored by volunteer parent Study Hall available for children 4+, monitored by volunteer parent | Nursery available for children 0-3, may be monitored by parent volunteer Children “too old for GAB” may assist in a class or hang out in “parent room” |