If you’re interested in joining our co-op, we encourage you to register soon. Over the next couple of months, we’ll be hosting a few informational meetings for registered families. These sessions will cover important details about our program and provide a great opportunity for parents to meet current co-op members, ask questions, and get a feel for our community.
We look forward to connecting with you and welcoming new families to Russell Farm!
Welcome Home!
Our co-op exists to build a Christ-shaped community—one that grows in love, nurtures hope, and treasures genuine fellowship. As we learn and serve side by side, we commit to lifting one another up, walking in devotion, and joyfully living out the call to encourage, honor, and support each other.
Hebrews 10:24–25 reminds us to “spur one another on toward love and good deeds” and to keep coming together in encouragement and unity.
Romans 12:10 calls us to “be devoted to one another in love” and to “honor one another above ourselves.”
These verses aren’t just words on a page for us—they’re the heartbeat of our co-op. We want this to be a place where families not only grow in faith, but also laugh together, cheer one another on, celebrate victories (big and small!), and stand shoulder-to-shoulder during the tough moments. Because real community isn’t perfect—but it is joy-filled, grace-giving, and strengthened by the love of Christ.
We invite families who share this heart and vision to join us on this adventure. Together, we’re building a thriving community shaped by faith, strengthened through fellowship, and enriched by the unique gifts each family brings. And as we grow, we look forward to welcoming new families who desire to learn, serve, play, grow, and walk this journey with us!
FAQs
Do you perform background checks?
Yes. For the safety of our families and in alignment with our commitment to provide a Christ-centered and secure environment, we require background checks for all participating adults.
How much do background checks cost?
Our background checks are processed through a third-party service.
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The current cost is typically between $85 per adult, depending on the screening provider we use for that year.
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Families are responsible for covering the cost of their own background checks; however, the fee will be included in the membership invoice for convenience and proper record-keeping.
How often are background checks run?
Background checks are required when a family first joins the Co-Op and every two years thereafter. Families are responsible for the cost of their own background checks; however, the fee will be included in the membership invoice for convenience and accurate record-keeping.