We are a co-op serving the Roanoke Valley area of Virginia, using Charlotte Mason principles. Many of us have been implementing Charlotte Mason methods in our individual home schools for years, and are excited to meet together to offer our children a group setting to share learning opportunities and make new friends. If you are interested in learning more about Charlotte Mason and how to incorporate her methods in your home school, we have a book study group that meets every first Saturday of the month.
When are we meeting?
Every other Friday from 1-4pm. Our Fall 2026 dates are:
September 11
September 25
October 9
October 23
November 6
November 20
December 4
December 18
Where are we meeting?
What are we learning?
We will start each meeting with a hymn, a folk song, and an opportunity for recitation. For Fall, everyone will have Nature Study and Handicrafts. Form 1 will have a Shakespeare retelling, while the older children will study Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
In the Spring, Plutarch with be studied in place of Shakespeare. We will continue Nature Study and Handicrafts or Art.
We will not have assigned homework.
How much will this cost?
Facility donation ($25 per family) + materials required for classes should run around $50 per family per season. Fees will be due at Orientation.
What Supplies Will We Need?
Nature Study will require a blank journal for Nature Journaling and colored pencils. Advanced students may use water colors, if preferred.
Other supplies for upcoming classes will be emailed to registered families.
When can I register?
Registration for Fall 2027 is open!
I’m not ready to Register for Fall. Can I register in Spring?
Yes! We will open a new Registration opportunity in the Spring. Each season will be completely independent, so you will not be behind or need to catch up.
How can I be involved?
This is not a drop off co-op. We have many roles to fill, from hall/door monitor to assistant teacher to room mom. We also have a nursery/preschool room for younger siblings. You are also welcome to join in the planning or other administration teams. Let us know your preferences on the Registration Form. Pick everything you are comfortable doing and we will assign a task for you.