FAQs
General
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What is the purpose of Essentials Academy? |
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Essentials Academy Homeschool Co-op, based in Tropical Town, is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, supportive community where homeschooling families thrive through collaborative learning and enriching experiences. We provide engaging, high-quality classes and extracurricular activities, including Spanish Club, Yearbook Committee, Drama Club, and Student Council, to nurture academic growth, creativity, leadership, and social connections. Our mission is to empower students to explore their passions, develop essential skills, and build lasting friendships in a dynamic, supportive environment. |
Membership & Participation
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Who can join? |
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We welcome homeschooling families with children aged 6-18 who are interested in taking classes and building connections within our supportive community. |
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Do parents need to volunteer or help organize events? |
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Yes, as a parent-led co-op, we rely on families to help with weekly chores, such as set up, tear down, and lunch monitoring as well as with occassional events such as parent/teacher conferences and drama performances. Volunteer roles are flexible and based on your availability and skills. |
Financial
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How much does it cost? |
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Each class costs $150/semester. Most of the classes are year-long classes. In addition to this, families much purchase their own books and supplies as well as contribute lab fees or copy fees to the teachers. |
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When is tuition due? |
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Tuition is due on the first day of class in August. There will be a $25 late fee assessed for late payments. |