When and where are classes held? We meet at Macedonia Baptist Church (10481 NC-42, Holly Springs) each Monday morning during our scheduled semesters. We begin mid-August and finish end April/beginning of May.
What time does co-op start and what time do we need to arrive? First classes begin at 9:00 am. We ask that you arrive by 8:45 to assist with setup and for announcements/prayer.
What are the costs of belonging to TCC? Co-Op Registration Fee - $75 per family, per year. Cash or check due upon acceptance. Love offering to Macedonia Baptist Church (voluntary) - $50 per family per year suggested. Class supply fees - variable and paid directly to instructors per course description, due by first day of class. If not received by first day of class, students will not be allowed to participate in class. Average class fees range from $5 to $50 per semester depending on the supplies needed. You will also be required to purchase the textbooks or other materials needed to supplement the class. Paid class tuition - variable and paid directly to instructors per their requirements (check course description). You will also be required to purchase the textbooks or other materials needed to supplement the class.
Can I leave the campus once I have facilitated my class for the day? If all of your children do not have class at a certain time of day, you may leave with your family and come back, which includes leaving early or coming late. If you have a child under high school age at the co-op and need to leave, you must get a surrogate to be in charge of your child and leave a cell phone number. Members are required to assist in the co-op with ancillary duties and assisting in classes while co-op in is session, so your presence on campus is vital. Also, as enjoying fellowship is part of our mission statement, we encourage parents to be present as much as possible.
Do you have classes for my preschool children? We have a preschool for co-op families that need it. Moms of preschool children may be required to help out in the preschool when they are not teaching or assisting in other classes.
What if my family is not interested in all of the classes? If your entire family does not have classes during a certain period, you may leave for that time. If one or more children in the family, but not all do not have a class during a certain period, those children may find a quiet place to study for that time.
How do I decide which level is most appropriate for my student(s)? We offer classes at the Lower Elementary Level (LE) for grades 1-2, Middle Elementary (ME) for grades 3-4, Upper Elementary Level (UE) for grades 5-6, Middle School Level (MS) for grades 7-8 and High School Level (HS) for grades 9-12. Parents know their children best. Children on the edge may move up or down; for example, sixth graders may take MS classes and eight graders may take HS classes. Parents with children not on the edge should discuss and agree on placement with the teacher.
Are the fees refundable? All fees collected, including registration fees, love offering, class fees, etc. are non-refundable. If you leave the co-op for any reason prior to the start of the school year or during the school year, you will not be refunded any money or supplies purchased on behalf of your family. In addition, due to "classroom use only" copyright laws we are not able to pass along copyrighted material or lesson plans if your child is no longer participating in a class. Refund policies for paid tuition classes vary and are based on individual teacher policy.
When are families able to submit applications? Applications can be submitted through the application page when opened. You must submit an application to be considered for the next school year. Current members of Triangle Community Co-op are given priority. Membership is not guaranteed but is based on class needs and space. Once classes are filled, we will no longer accept students into them. Also, all classes remain tentative and are based on teacher availability and student interest. The class list is usually not finalized until May, as incoming families bring their talents and find their place in the co-op.
Do I have to join the TCC co-op if my student only wants to take paid classes? No, you are welcome to take any paid tuition classes a la carte. However, if you would like your child to take a Co-op class, you must be a member of the TCC Co-op family, pay the registration fee, and co-teach a class. Do I have to facilitate a class? We require that an adult from each family participate in teaching classes if you have a student in TCC Co-op classes. You may choose to lead a class or assist in several classes. You will also be required to have a Co-op facility role, which may be clean-up duty, events team, prayer team, etc. If your class is the first time a classroom is being used for the day, you are required to help set up the tables and chairs in your classroom. If your class is the last class to meet in a classroom, you are required to help set your room back to its original state. Students are expected to help with set up and clean up.
How large are the classrooms and the co-op? Our largest class has 19 high school students in it. We try to cap most classes at 15 students. We currently have a total of 109 students, 56 families, and 45 classes for the current school year.