Frequently Asked Questions:

#1 Who can Join LIGHT?

  • We are a Christian homeschool support group. All members must read through the "Statement of Faith" and "Code of Conduct" and agree to uphold both.

# 2 Is there a fee to become a member?

  • There is a $20.00 OR $30.00 membership.

    • The $20.00 membership requires that you coordinate at least one event for the group within the school year.

    • The $30.00 membership exempts you from coordinating an event for the group.

    • PayPal, personal check or cash are excepted. Please make checks payable to "LIGHT"

    • BUT our group ONLY thrives if our members organize fun activities for our families! This is a volunteer based group.

# 3 Do I need to be currently homeschooling in order to join?

  • Yes.

# 4 What do the membership fees fund?

  • Maintenance of the website, Fall Kick Off Picnic, Moms breakfast, Guest Speakers, Donations, Soccer Equipment, Corporation Fees, etc.

# 5 How long does your membership last?

  • The duration of the school year (September-August).

# 6 Do I need to re-register & pay each year?

  • Yes.

# 7 What is included with my membership?

  • Fun organized christian based events, for our private member group.

  • Monthly "Moms Breakfast" which are encouraging and uplifting in our homeschool walk.

  • A community of fellow like minded families that are raising their kids to honor Jesus Christ in all they do.

  • Mentorship from seasoned homeschool moms.

# 8 How often do you Meet?

  • As often as our members create field trips or activities.

# 9 Am I required to attend all activities?

  • No. Attend as many or as little as you would like.

# 10 How do I know what activities are planned?

  • The BEST way to stay in touch is through our secret Facebook page, where all events are posted with details. Members will be granted access after their registration is complete and payment has been received. Also a newsletter is emailed monthly to all members.

# 11 Who can see our Facebook page?

  • "Secret" means no one can look up our group. Everything on our Facebook page is secure and can only be viewed by active members. Each member must be invited by a current member or Admin.

# 11 LIGHT Facebook rules?

    • Please read all rules on the pinned post on our Facebook page. All posts must be homeschool related. Any posts that do not follow the rules or code of conduct will be deleted.

#12 Who plans field trips/activities?

  • Members. We are a full volunteer group. Our group only has as many opportunities as our members create. Pre-planned or impromptu activities posted all count as your event. No need to stress about it. Make it simple, or be creative but most importantly have fun with it!

# 13 How do I create an event or field trip?

    • No need for pre-approval. Create an "event" with all your details on our secret Facebook page. Don't have Facebook? Email us with the details and LIGHT will post it for you. All events will be added into the monthly newsletter, if received in time.

#14 Who is Allowed to attend LIGHT events?

  • Members ONLY & their grandparents. Non-members are not permitted to any of our events and are encouraged to join, in order to participate.

# 15 Field trips/activities during the summer?

    • Yes, all depending on the events our members organize.

# 16 Do I need to attend all the soccer events?

  • Soccer is offered every year and is a casual, drop in style. Join us whenever your family can. Please NO CLEATS & available dads help facilitate this event! The season starts mid August and runs until the end of October.

# 17 Are there any Additional costs?

  • Some field trips have varying cost.

#18 Do you recommend joining HSLDA (Home School Legal Defense Association)?

  • HIGHLY recommended for all homeschoolers!!!



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