General Information
About Parent Teacher Co-op (PTC)
- Parent Teacher Co-op (PTC) is a Christian homeschool co-op committed to academic excellence and a Christ-centered community grounded in God’s Word. All tutors are Christians who teach from a Biblical worldview using the Principle Approach.
- The 2026–2027 school year is 34 weeks, running from September 10, 2026 through May 13, 2027. Classes meet on Thursdays at Banner of Christ Church, 1111 68th St. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.
- Membership renewal opens March 3, 2026. Class registration opens April 2 for current members and April 3 for new members.
- Class pricing for 2026–2027 will be announced soon and includes a non-refundable online administrative fee due immediately upon registration. Classes will be dropped if the admin fee is not paid. Additional copy and supply fees may apply. Any class not dropped by August 1 must be paid in full, regardless of attendance.
- Membership fees are $70 per family before May 15 and $100 after May 15, plus a $30 per student fee (waived after three children). All membership and student fees are non-refundable.
- Class payments may be paid in full or in four installments paid directly to tutors on August 1, September 1, November 1, and February 1. Partnership funds are not accepted.
- As a co-op, all families are required to volunteer at least four times per year. Students in grades 5–12 should expect ½ to 1½ hours of homework per day.
