What Does it Cost to Participate in Horizons?

The Family CoOp utilizes the gifts of parents, so minimal fees are collected. There is a $10/family registration fee to help cover administrative and facilities costs. Then, a tuition of $25 per student (3 years and older) per semester. A family is only required to pay for up to 3 students - there is no charge for more children beyond the three. So, it’s never more than $75 per semester per family! A 10% discount is given to families who pay for the entire year in advance. Your tuition helps provide supplies for all age groups and there are rarely any additional costs (sometimes a teacher may ask students to bring a notebook from home).

The Horizons High classes are more intensive and instructors often charge a fee for their time and/or supplies. This fee varies based on the type of class, number of meetings, and supplies need - past classes have ranged from $35 to $50 per student and often include a sibling discount. Students may or may not be required to purchase (or borrow) a text or other book. All potential costs are disclosed ahead of time in the class description.

Horizons General Enrichment classes can be free or require an instructor/supply fee as well, so fees vary.  In the past they've ranged from free to $65 and often include a sibling discount. Facilities fees are handled by the instructor and may be built into the class fees, so the $10 registration fee does not apply. Additional materials are rarely required but will be disclosed ahead of time in the class descriptions.

What's the Difference Between the Family CoOp, Horizons High, and General Enrichment Classes?

The Horizons Family CoOp meets bi-weekly for eight 2-hour meetings each semester. A CoOp means that everyone contributes in some way - from nursery help to classroom aid to lead teacher.  And, this helps to keep the the "home" in homeschool, keeping families connected.  Parents volunteer to plan classes and activities for kids from preschool through Jr. High, serving for one of the hours and enjoying a time of support and fellowship during the other.  Parent participation allows for costs to be kept low, and, because of the unique experiences of each person, class options are rather ecclectic and beyond the typical. How about Music Appreciation with Great Composers? Or, International Cooking?  The best teachers are those who have an interest and passion for the subject they are teaching.

Horizons High classes are offered as more traditional classes by a single instructor for Jr. High and High School students. It is a drop off program and no parent participation is required (unless requested by the teacher). Subjects target the requirements of the upper grades and have included Introduction to Public Speaking and Literature Analysis.  Classes meet weekly or bi-weekly, as needed, and often include homework, tests, grading and/or evaluation of some sort.

Horizons General Enrichment classes are usually offered by a single teacher to a variety of ages. and they do not require parent participation. These classes vary and have included art classes and youth choir. They can meet weekly or bi-weekly, for a few weeks or an entire semester.  General Enrichment Classes can be offered during summer as well.  Therefore, these general enrichment classes can be attended by children outside of the homeschooling community.

How Is Horizons Different From Other Homeschool and Indpendent Study Programs?

These days, there are a great number of academic opportunities for homeschooling through various Independent Study and Charter programs. So, why choose Horizons Homeschool Ministry?

Well, we recognize that there are as many approaches to homeschooling as there are people who take that journey.  Horizons tries to address many different needs for many different people in three different ways: The Family Co-op, Horizons High Classes, and General Enrichment Classes. In all options, God is the head.

The Horizons Homeschool Ministry does not provide, require, or advocate any particular curriculum or approach. We do not offer any recordkeeping services, evaluation or testing. How families choose to home school and what materials they choose to use at home is completely in the hands of parents.

What we offer goes beyond basic academics - we minister to hearts as well as minds.  We recognize that Christ is included every aspect of life, including education. And, the benefits of fellowship experienced by kids AND parents in the Family Co-op has been absolutely priceless, giving families much needed support and encouragement on this challenging path.

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Philippians 4:13