roots and wings
CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL CO-OPERATIVE
Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith
will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.
Colossians 2:7
​MISSION STATEMENT:
As shepherds of our children’s education, we will root our children in God’s word and teach, support, and encourage our children in their journey of academic learning and character development so that they will have strong wings to glorify God in their youth and throughout their lives.
SPRING 2025 REGISTRATION
OUR HANDBOOK
For now and future use
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VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
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REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
A checklist for Registration Day
UPCOMING DATES
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Registration for the SPRING 2025 is NOW OPEN!
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Fall and Spring Semesters are 12 week sessions that run on Thursdays from 9:00am - 1:50pm
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SPRING 2025
11/20/24 Registration Open to the Public @ 8AM
01/30/25 Orientation/Open House 10:30am
02/06/25 First Day of Spring Semester
04/03/25 SPRING BREAK - No Classes
05/01/25 Last Day of Spring Semester
05/08/25 Make-up Day (If needed)
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Thursdays at Co-Op
A day in the life..
Morning Warm-Up
8:45 - 8:55 am
Doors will open at 8:45. ALL members and students need to check in and quietly enter the sanctuary for Morning Warm Up (Pledge, Memory Verse, and Devotion) starting at 8:50. Students will be released to go directly to their class at 8:55. If you arrive after 8:55, you may check in and go directly to class.
Overtime
1:50 - 2:00 pm
Once Co-Op has ended for the day, be prompt in gathering your children and belongings and relocate outside to socialize. ALL members and students need to exit the building by 2:00 pm. This will allow the Clean-Up Crew and Board Members to quickly complete their duties. We thank you in advance for your support in this matter!
First Hour
9:00 - 9:50 am
Third Hour
10:50 - 11:40 am
Second Hour
9:55 - 10:45 am
Halftime
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Students are welcome to bring a small drink and snack to be consumed during this time. We will say a prayer to bless our snack and sing happy birthday to anyone celebrating and have a few minutes of social time.
Fourth Hour
12:05 - 12:55 pm
Fifth Hour
1:00 - 1:50 pm
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SPRING 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE
*Age 4 TA - Teacher Approval
*Age 4 TA - Teacher Approval
*Age 4 TA - Teacher Approval
*Age 4 TA - Teacher Approval
9:00 - 9:50
first HOUR
REGISTRATION Is open
9:55 - 10:45
second HOUR
REGISTRATION Is open
10:50 - 11:40
third HOUR
REGISTRATION Is open
12:05 - 12:55
fourth HOUR
REGISTRATION Is open
1:00 - 1:50
fifth HOUR
REGISTRATION Is open
TEACHER'S CORNER
Teachers are a vital part of helping Roots and Wings succeed. We thank you for your time and consideration. If you are interested in being a teacher at Roots and Wings, we ask that you please click the button on the left of this page and fill out the forms.
Please note: all applicants will be required to submit a background check with a one time fee of $21.
Any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
rootsandwingshomeschool@gmail.com
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Thank you and God Bless!
~ Roots and Wings Board of Directors
ABOUT US
Roots and Wings began as a small gathering of families who came together with a desire to see homeschool class offerings in the Lincoln-Way area. Our group is made up of homeschooling parents and their children who use their time and talents so that many homeschoolers may benefit.
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Roots and Wings is a Christian homeschooling co-operative for children PreK-12th grade. We desire to bring glory to God by providing activities, fellowship, and learning opportunities to enhance a family’s homeschooling journey.
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Roots and Wings meets on Thursday mornings from 9:00a-1:50p at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Frankfort, IL. Families can choose to participate in anywhere from 1 to 5 hours of class options throughout the morning. (You do NOT have to sign up for all 5 hours.)
Our schedule is as follows:
Morning Warm-Up 8:45 - 8:55
1st Hour 9:00 - 9:50
2nd Hour 9:55 - 10:45
3rd Hour 10:50 - 11:40
Halftime 11:45 - 12:00
4th Hour 12:05 - 12:55
5th Hour 1:00 - 1:50
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Various other activities and outings are hosted throughout the year. Because we are a cooperative, all parents play a part in making our days run smoothly. See the VOLUNTEER tab on our Registration page for more detail.
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Roots and Wings CHC Board of Directors is comprised of 5 member parents taking part in co-op. We are also a volunteer board. With that being said, please know, we don't promise complete oversight on the teachers curriculum. The board expects final considerations to be made by the parents.
Questions?? We've got the answers...
We'd love to help you out! If you've already read and reviewed the FAQ page, the Volunteer Information and the Registration Information, and we still haven't answered your question, please see below to find the board member to email who could best answer your question. We thank you in advance!
WHERE WE MEET
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
177 Luther Ln.
Frankfort, IL 60423
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