FAQ
Frequently asked questions
SHARK Secular Learning Cooperative Inc. is a legal nonprofit organization registered with the State of Florida and the IRS under section 501(c)(3).
SHARK is a secular, pro-science, inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming organization established for the purpose of bringing together homeschool families for social enrichment, information sharing, and educational opportunities.
Our specific objectives include:
· Serving the educational needs of homeschoolers and their families by offering classes, activities, and special events.
· Providing support and information to people looking to homeschool.
· Teaching children using logic, reason, and their own innate creativity for the benefit of themselves, their families, and the world.
· Providing a safe space without discrimination for children as they learn to navigate social interactions.
A homeschool co-op is an organization in which all members work together to create a positive environment for homeschooled kids to learn about the world. In a co-op, all the jobs that make the organization functional and successful are done by the members of the co-op. For SHARK, this means that parents help out at the co-op by teaching classes or volunteering for jobs that we need done to keep the co-op running. This is why we require that all parents who are not teaching to sign up for at least 2 volunteer jobs every semester. SHARK is made up by all of us and cannot exist without the help and support of its members.
Secular means without the influence of religion. SHARK does not offer classes that are influenced by religion, either by including religious ideas or by leaving out ideas that may conflict with religious beliefs. Teachers are not allowed to discuss their personal beliefs with students.
You are welcome at SHARK no matter what religion you are! We only ask that your personal religion is kept personal and that it does not influence any class you teach at SHARK. We also ask that parents and children refrain from using SHARK events to promote any religion or religious activities they may be involved in.
