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General Co-op Information

Q:

What is Uplift Central Oregon?

A:

 Uplift is a Christ-centered homeschool enrichment community designed to support families with academic programs, spiritual growth opportunities, and intentional connection. We exist to uplift families through collaborative leadership, shared values, and a rhythm of grace.

Q:

Is Uplift a school or co-op?

A:

Neither. Uplift is a nonprofit program that offers support for homeschooling families through weekly community days, homeschool resources, student leadership development, and parent resources. Parents remain the primary educators.

Q:

When and where do you meet?

A:

We meet weekly during the academic year in Bend and Redmond, Oregon. Specific times and locations are shared with registered families.

Q:

What other Resources are offered through Uplift?

A:

Resources offered this year for our members

  • Resource classes

  • Community day in Bend and Redmond

  • Fall Sandlot

  • Uplift Teens

  • Member curriculum library

  • Events

 

Support.  Mainly we would like to offer support to our community.  Please, email let us know what you need in your homeschool to feel successful.

Q:

What does a normal co-op day look like?

A:

Start time is 9:00 am - Morning Fellowship

 9:15am - meet in the Chapel for Worship, prayer, and announcements. (Our worship is led by the students.  If your child wants to sing or play an instrument please let us know)

9:40am - 10:40 Class time

10:40am - 11:00 Passing time - Snack

11:00 am - 12:00  Class time

12:00 pm - Lunch

This schedule is flexible - remember we are here for Friendship, Fellowship, and Fun.

 

 

Q:

What support does Uplift offer for high school students and parents?

A:

Uplift offers the Uplift Teen program.  This program was designed to support your high schooler in their education.  We offer core and elective classes as well as a space for the teens to gather throughout the week.

During Community day our desire for the highschoolers is to empower and assist them.  We will have classes for them, but we will also have opportunities for them to apply the skills they have learned and succeed.  

Our Uplift Teens and SALP programs provide academic classes, leadership opportunities, mentoring, and resources for parents navigating transcripts, credits, and graduation planning.

 

 

Q:

Can students earn credit through Uplift?
 

A:

Yes. While parents are the record-keepers, our classes and programs are structured to support credit-worthy work. We provide guidance and resources to assist with documentation.

Q:

What grades does Uplift support?

A:

Our programs currently serve homeschool students from kindergarten through high school, including a Student Applied Leadership Program (SALP) for teens.

Q:

Can I participate in just one program, like SALP or Community Days?

 

A:

Yes. Families can choose to participate in one or more programs depending on their needs and availability. We’re here to serve you—not lock you into a rigid system.

Q:

Do I have to be a Christian to participate?

A:

Uplift is a faith-based community led by Christian values and biblical principles. While all are welcome, families should understand that our programming, leadership, and communication are rooted in the Christian faith.

Q:

Are there scholarships or financial aid options available?
Yes. We’re actively building a fundraising structure to provide financial assistance where needed. Contact the leadership team if cost is a barrier—we want to work with y

A:

Yes. We’re actively building a fundraising structure to provide financial assistance where needed. Contact the leadership team if cost is a barrier—we want to work with you.

Q:

Is Uplift run by paid staff or volunteers?

A:

Uplift is 100% volunteer-led. Our leadership team gives generously of their time and gifts, and receives modest stipends as a gesture of appreciation—not as formal employment.

Q:

What are your safety protocols?
 

A:

We have established emergency procedures, volunteer screening, confidentiality policies, and mandated reporting protocols. We aim to create a secure environment for all participants.

Q:

How do you handle conflict?
 

A:

We follow a biblical model (Matthew 18) for conflict resolution—approaching one another directly, respectfully, and with grace. When needed, we invite mediation from leadership or the Board.

Membership and Fees

Q:

What is required for family membership in Uplift Central Oregon?

A:

You must be a home-based schooling family. This could mean you either homeschool on your own or as a charter school member; you will find both types of members of our group! All members are expected to actively participate in the cooperative.

Q:

What are the costs associated with being a member?

A:

Uplift Membership is $50 yearly
This includes the option to join community day at any location, take Resource center classes at any location and be a part of a connective community.

Community Day is an 8 week cohort offered in Bend, Redmond and Prineville.
Community day is $80 per term per family

Resource classes are paid directly to the teachers.  Cost may vary depending on what the teacher charges.  Each term we offer different classes depending on the need and desire of the community - Classes will be posted roughly a month prior to start date.

 

Q:

What about that planned vacation we have scheduled? Will it disqualify me from membership if I miss a week or two?

A:

We understand that some planned absences will be unavoidable. We ask that you not have more than 2 planned absences per session. If you are gone but your children can attend, you may send them with another responsible adult who can take your place and this will not be counted as an absence against you. Of course, illness is unplanned and we do not want sick children (or adults) to attend co-op and infect everyone else! If you have any other questions on our sick policy, please see our membership guidelines and/or contact a coordinator for assistance.

Q:

What about my baby/toddler? Is there child care available for my children too young for classes?

A:

We are a FAMILY co-op. We understand that homeschooling is a family undertaking and members may have small children and/or babies! We have a nursery available for babies and/or toddlers up to age 3 1/2. We have member moms or highschoolers assigned to this room as their "helper" role. If you wish to stay with your infant or toddler, you may request to be assigned to this room for any or all class block periods.. Babies may be worn in classrooms if you prefer to be a classroom helper or teacher.

Q:

Can I visit before requesting membership?

A:

Absolutely!! We would love to have you come check us out. Please use the "contact" link at the top of the page to email the coordinators and schedule a Friday to visit us.

Teaching

Q:

Am I required to teach a class?

A:

If you are joining a community day you are required to either teach or assist.  Keeping in mind if everyone wants to assist, we will have no teachers!  We perfer doing a rotation - teaching one session and assisting the next.

Resource classes are taught by community members and parents may drop of their children 10 and over.

 

Q:

Do I have to commit to teaching for the full year? Can I just teach one session?

A:

Absolutely!

Q:

Can I co-teach with another mom or dad?

A:

Yes, more comminity the better.

Q:

Help! I want to teach, but I don't know what I would offer!

A:

If you have a desire to pour into our children but can not think of what type of class you can do, please brainstorm with us.  We are happy to help and assist in finding a class idea that you are passionate about and can have fun doing.

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