We provide many opportunities to participate in a wide range of activities ranging from classes to field trips.  Please remember that Holy Family Catholic Church is graciously accommodating our weekly group activities and we need to conduct ourselves appropriately and follow the rules that they have set forth for using their facilities. When we gather at any event sponsored by Holy Family Homeschool Enrichment of the Triad (HFHET), we are representing our faith, our families, and the Catholic homeschool community. 

I.               Registration, Enrollment, and Planning Meetings

A.   Enrollment

1.  As agreed upon with Holy Family, enrollment will be limited to 50 students.  2.  Once the co-op is full, interested people will be put on a waiting list.

3.  Registration deadlines are March 30 for the fall semester and October 31 for the spring semester.  Deadlines will be adhered to and if an interested family registers post deadline, they can be considered for the following semester.

      B.  Classes

1.  Classes will be determined by registered families in March, prior to the  fall  

     co-op semester.

2.  They will be voted upon and results will be discussed at the grade level

     planning sessions.  Parents will vote for grade levels for which they will have

     children.

      C.   Planning Meetings

1.  Planning meetings will be held in May for the fall semester and in November

     For the spring semester.

2.  A grade level planning session will occur prior to the fall planning meeting

     to discuss the classes that the parents have voted on. 

3. Grade level planning meetings are a catalyst to decide curriculum and

    determine teachers.  They will be held once a year prior to the Fall Planning

    Meeting (usually in April).

    II.        The School Year

                 A.  The Co-op Day

1.      Classes will meet on Mondays from 9:30am to 1:30pm.

2.      A Rosary prayer will be scheduled every Monday of co-op at the Curlin Centerl at 9:00am. Mass will be held during Advent and Lent instead of the rosary at 9 am.

3.      A calendar will be determined at the planning meeting  prior to each semester and will indicate start date, scheduled days off, and ending date.

B.     Closings.

1.      The co-op will follow Forsyth County for school closings due to inclement weather.

2.      If co-op is unexpectedly cancelled, families will be notified by email or telephone.

III.                Holy Family Homeschool Enrichment of the Triad Facilities.

A.    Classrooms.

1.      We will be using 4 classrooms located in the family center of Holy Family Catholic Church. 

2.      To access the rooms, parents and students must enter the church through the designated doors located at the right side of the church near the brick stairs.

3.      Children are required to stay within their assigned classrooms during the day and are only allowed to switch classrooms under adult supervision.

4.      Bathroom facilities are located in the same hallway, directly across from the classrooms.  Children are allowed to use these bathroom facilities with permission from an adult, or under adult supervision for the younger children.

5.  Teachers must use table cloths when using art supplies such as crayons, markers, paints, etc.

6.  The use of glitter is not allowed.

7.  Supplies left at Holy Family must be placed in their assigned area,  closet of Room 6.

                  B.  Nursery

1.  The nursery is available to registered families with HFHET during co-op times.  Please make sure that if using the nursery for your infant or toddler that you provide the nursery attendant with basic necessities such as diapers, wipes, snacks, etc.  Parents will be assigned as nursery attendants prior to each co-op semester.    

2.  All toys, books, and chairs must be returned to their original place.

                        3.  Please follow all clean-up steps outlined in the poster on the door.

                        4.  Snacks are allowed.  Crumbs must be vacuumed.

C.     Outdoor Facilities.

1.      The use of Holy Family’s outdoor area is allowed unless there is another scheduled group using the area.  This includes a playground and a picnic shelter. 

2.      Children need to be under adult supervision at all times when outdoors due to liability issues.

D.     Kitchen Facilities.

1.      Use of the kitchen located in the family center is allowed.  This includes refrigerator and microwave use.

2.      All food items left in the kitchen must be labeled and are not to be left overnight.

3.      The kitchen area must be left clean and care must be taken so as not to damage other groups’ food items.

D.    Use of other areas at Holy Family Catholic Church.

1.      The Chapel is available for use for personal prayer, children are not allowed to enter without adult supervision.  Please be aware that parishioners and other groups are also open to use the Chapel at any time.

2.      The use of any other area in Holy Family Catholic Church is not allowed without prior permission.  Please contact the Holy Family Liaison/HFHET Leaders if you have any questions or additional needs.

3.   The Rosary will be held in the Curlin Center.

IV.             Food, Drinks, and Lunchtime.

A.    Food and Drink.        

1.      Food and drinks may be stored in the kitchen refrigerator, if needed.  All food items need to be labeled appropriately

2.      Parents are allowed to bring in snacks for their nursery-aged children, as well as for themselves.  Please make sure that all containers are labeled.

3.      Food is not allowed during class time, except at the discretion of the teacher. Food can not be stored in the room closets.

4.      No food or drinks are allowed in the hallways.

B.     Lunchtime.

1.      Lunch can be enjoyed in a designated classroom or, if weather permits, in the covered picnic shelter outside.

2.      Parents who need to leave the building for the purchase of lunch at nearby restaurants, must take their children with them and must return before the lunch hour is over.

C.     Clean-Up.

1.      Parents and students are responsible for cleaning up after themselves. 

2.      All tables and eating areas must be cleared of trash and food particles before leaving the lunch area. 

3.      All trash must be disposed of in appropriate receptacles.

4.      Spills must be cleaned up immediately.

5.   A clean up schedule will be determined at the planning meeting.  End of day clean up requires rooms to be vacuumed, trash cleared, and a check to make sure rooms are clean and clear. 

V.             Dress Code.

With respect to God, ourselves, and others, children and adults should dress modestly

and avoid wearing items that may be viewed as offensive.

VI.                Class Policies.

A.    Attendance.

1.      Attendance is vital to the function of our group. 

2.      Parents and students are required to attend co-op for its entire length.  No early dismissals will be allowed unless prior notification has been made.

3.      If you are teaching a class and will be absent, you are required to notify your assistant or back-up teacher.  A prepared lesson, along with any necessary materials, will be required to be transferred in advance.

4.   Please notify group if you will be absent.

5.      Registered families are committed to participating for the full semester. 

B.     Preparedness.

1.      Students must be prompt to each class.

2.      Students must bring all required materials to each class.

3.      Students must bring all completed assignments, if any, to each class on their due dates.

C.     Behavior.

1.      Children are to be made aware that they should walk and speak quietly while in buildings.  Likewise, adults need to speak quietly – no need to yell for kids)

2.      If there is an outdoor activity, children should stay in designated areas for walking, running, and playing.          

3.      Children are to speak with respect to adults at all times, as well as show kindness and respect to each other and remember to value each person as a temple of the Holy Spirit.   

4.      Children are to keep hands to themselves and respect other people’s property and space at all times.

5.      Disrespectful language and ill manners, such as excessive or unkind teasing, name calling, offensive sarcasm, rudeness, etc. is not permitted.

D.    Discipline Guidelines.

1.      When student behavior is inappropriate, the teacher will give the student a verbal warning, clearly communicating how behavior is to change.

2.      If the behavior continues during class, the teacher will place the child in a designated area where he/she will not be able to participate with the class. 

3.      If the problem persists, the teacher will contact the parents and discuss the problem behavior.  Under “Parental Responsibilities,” our policy states that parents are responsible for their children at all times, so it is ultimately the parent’s duty to handle any misbehavior. If needed, they will send another adult to get the child’s parent.

4.      If the situation does not improve after these warnings, the parents will be notified that the child is being expelled from the class.  Parents will need to take the child home at this point.

5.      The student may return to the class after proper apology and restitution is made.   This is considered a last chance.

6.      If behavior problems persist, the student will be dismissed from co-op for the remainder of the semester.

VII.             Parent Responsibilities.

             A.    Please direct all questions and concerns to the HFHET leaders.

               B.     Parents are required to check their emails a minimum of 3 times a week and

                     respond accordingly.  It is suggested that 2 mid-week email checks are made

                     and an additional email  check on the Sunday before co-op.

B.     Parents are to know where their children are at all times.

C.     There are no “drop-offs” allowed and parents must remain with HFHET at all times while co-op is in session.  There are instances when the parent will have a relative or delegated person (nanny) who will be with their children during co-op.  The replacement must stay on site until co-op is over.  Thisnot be delegated to another mother or registered family at the co-op. 

D.    Parents are responsible for the clean-up of their children.

E.     Parents may not leave their children unattended, unless they are attending class and under the supervision of another adult.

F.      Parents are ultimately responsible for the behavior of their children.

G.    In case of tardiness or an absence, parents must contact the appropriate persons including the HFHET Yahoo Group.

H.    Parents are required to attend all planning meetings, unless prior notice has been given.

I.       A semester commitment is a requirement and necessary to the function of the group.      

J.       Parents are required to participate in HFHET to some degree by either teaching a class or volunteering in some aspect of the program.

K.    Parents must remember that they are examples to all students attending HFHET and should behave accordingly.  All behavior should remind students that they are to behave in a holy and dignified matter.

VIII.          Student Responsibilities.

A.    Students must abide by guidelines set forth under “Class Policies: Preparedness.”

B.     Students must abide by guidelines set forth under “Class Policies: Behavior.” duty can