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STEP 1:  Is CULTIVATE right for you?  Cultivate-Manistee Christian Homeschool Co-Op is a ministry of Lakeshore Church and operates under the beliefs of the Converge denomination. Click here to view the Converge Statement of Faith. (Scroll down to the "Our beliefs and doctrinal distinctives" section). If you are in support of the Statement of Faith, proceed to Step 2.

STEP 2:  Complete this Membership Application Form 

STEP 3: Attend an Informational Meeting with CULTIVATE'S Leadership Team. 

Memberships will only be approved if the Cultivate leaders have met with you, and you have completed a membership application. If you have not had a meeting with us, please fill out the application, and, if approved, we will contact you to set up a meeting. If you prefer to meet with us before filling out an application, feel free to email us at cultivatehomeschoolers@gmail.com. If you have already met with us, please fill out the membership application, and we will be in touch with you soon. 

STEP 4: Set up an account on the CULTIVATE website. Once your membership has been approved, you will be asked to create an account on our website.

STEP 5: Submit payment of $30.  A $30 fee must be received before the semester begins. This amount is for one semester. Payments can be made in the form of cash or check to the Leadership Team, or online by clicking here (a processing fee of $0.97 is requested).

STEP 6: Complete and sign paperwork and submit form for background check. You will be asked to complete and sign an ADULT Liability Waiver and a CHILD Liability Waiver for each adult and child in your family who will be attending the co-op. Feel free to print these out and bring them with you to the next meet up, or we can provide printed copies for you. You will also receive an email from Checkr Background Service/Lakeshore Church. It takes just a few minutes to fill out the form, and there is no cost to you.

The deadline to join for the Spring 2026 semester is January 23rd. The Spring 2026 Semester begins March 4. (See our calendar on the home page for upcoming dates.)

 If you are interested in joining the Cultivate co-op, please start by filling out the application below. 

 

 

 

CULTIVATE--MANISTEE CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL CO-OP

Application Form

 

FAMILY INFORMATION:
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Primary* Last Name: 

*the Primary person is the adult who plans to participate in the co-op weekly. This could be either parent or a grandparent/guardian of the child(ren).
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Primary First Name:
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Spouse's Last Name (if applicable):
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Spouse's First Name (if applicable):
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How much involvement with the co-op does your spouse plan to have (if applicable)?

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Address:
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City:
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Zip Code:
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Email Address: 
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Primary Phone Number:
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Is it ok to text the above number?

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What is the best way to reach you?

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How did you hear about Cultivate--Manistee Christian Homeschool Co-Op?

 

STUDENT INFORMATION:
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Please enter your child(ren)'s names and ages. Include all children who will be attending the co-op, including infants and preschoolers:

(for example: John, age 15; Mary, age 10; etc.)
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Do any of your children have special needs that a classroom teacher needs to be aware of in order to accommodate the child and faciliatate learning? If yes, please explain:

 

 

BACKGROUND INFORMATION: (Please answer all questions.)

 
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Please tell us a little bit about your homeschooling journey. How long have you been homeschooling, and why did you decide to homeschool?
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Why are you interested in joining a homeschool co-op? What are your goals for your family in joining a co-op?
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Do you regularly attend a church (at least 50% of the time)? If so, which church do you attend? If you do not currently attend a church, please explain:
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We understand that we all come from different church backgrounds and have differing homeschool philosophies, and we enjoy the diversity this brings to our group. Even so, the one thing that unites our group is each individual’s commitment to a personal relationship with Christ. Briefly share about how your relationship with Christ affects your homeschooling journey.
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We believe that passion is contagious, and we desire to help our parents find an environment where they can spark interest in their students. All of your interests or previous training/experience provide the skills and knowledge helpful to teach a co-op class, even if they were self-learned or not obtained through formal training. What are your interests, passions, and hobbies? Have you had any education, training, or experience in a specific area which you might be comfortable teaching? What have been your favorite subjects to teach at home and why?

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Is there anything you would like to explain further, or anything that you would like us to know? Feel free to use this space to do so. 

 

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
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I understand that participation in the co-op requires a commitment to attend regularly and fulfill any assigned responsibilities.

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I am committed to participating in the Cultivate Co-op for the upcoming Spring 2026 semester.

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Yes
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Statement of Faith Commitment:

Click here to view the Converge Statement of Faith. (Scroll down to the "Our beliefs and doctrinal distinctives" section). 

Participation in this co-op reflects an understanding that it operates from a Christian worldview, and that maintaining unity and respect around these beliefs is essential to the community. I have read and understand the Converge Statement of Faith. I agree to support the mission and values of this Christian homeschool co-op and affirm that any teaching, discussion, or leadership I provide will be consistent with and not contrary to this Statement of Faith. 

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Yes
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