Family Guide
Purpose:
At Lake Country Homeschool, we are a Christ-centered community of families joyfully walking together in the calling of home-based education. Our desire is to come alongside Christ-minded families, encouraging and supporting one another as we live out the Gospel in the hearts and lives of our children.
It has been such a joy to create opportunities for fellowship and celebration through special party days and events that bring delight to our children. Some of the ways we’ve celebrated together include Treat Street, Pajama Party, Valentine’s Party—each designed to build memories, friendships, and a sense of wonder rooted in God’s goodness.
Our classes are built on the unchanging truth of God’s Word, with Jesus Christ at the center. We believe that as parents, God has given us the great privilege and responsibility to train up our children in His ways.
Our classes are centered on truth according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
We believe as parents, we have a significant opportunity and privilege to train and equip our children according to the Word of God.
"Therefore shall ye lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul, and bind them for a sign upon your hand, that they may be as frontlets between your eyes. And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. Deuteronomy 11: 18-19
It has been such a joy to create opportunities for fellowship and celebration through special party days and events that bring delight to our children. Some of the ways we’ve celebrated together include Treat Street, Pajama Party, Valentine’s Party—each designed to build memories, friendships, and a sense of wonder rooted in God’s goodness.
Our classes are built on the unchanging truth of God’s Word, with Jesus Christ at the center. We believe that as parents, God has given us the great privilege and responsibility to train up our children in His ways.
Our classes are centered on truth according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
We believe as parents, we have a significant opportunity and privilege to train and equip our children according to the Word of God.
"Therefore shall ye lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul, and bind them for a sign upon your hand, that they may be as frontlets between your eyes. And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. Deuteronomy 11: 18-19
Policies:
Lake Country Homeschool is a ministry resource to encourage and support you on your homeschool journey. We provide tutor-style classes in age-based groups to help students grow and learn together. Please note, we are not a private school—you remain the primary teacher and are fully responsible for your child’s education in accordance with Washington state homeschool laws.
Because we are a community, we ask all families to partner with us in creating a safe, Christ-honoring environment.
Parental Presence & Responsibility
•Parents (or legal guardians) remain responsible for their children at all times.
•Parents must stay on campus during their child’s class. You are welcome to wait in your car or inside the designated parent areas.
•If you experience illness or an emergency, another parent may temporarily take responsibility for your child by completing a Parent Sub Form. Please notify the Director as soon as possible in these cases.
Campus Safety & Boundaries
•To keep all ministries safe, please remain only in areas designated for Lake Country Homeschool. Lake Country Preschool and church office staff also use this property, and we want to honor their space.
•The back side of the property, including playground equipment, is off limits.
•Safety is a priority: any suspicious activity will be reported.
Common Areas & Quiet Spaces
•Our parent/sibling common area is a quiet zone (think “library voices”) to allow homeschooling, studying, and peaceful fellowship.
•Active play and games should take place outdoors.
Respect for Property
•Children not in class must be supervised and respectful of church grounds.
•Please do not use church supplies, and keep rocks/pebbles in place (no throwing, kicking, or scattering).
Visitors & Pets
•Lake Country Homeschool is a ministry for enrolled families. For the safety of our children, no visitors or guests are permitted on campus without prior approval from the Director.
•Pets (including dogs) are not allowed on the property, inside or outside.
Because we are a community, we ask all families to partner with us in creating a safe, Christ-honoring environment.
Parental Presence & Responsibility
•Parents (or legal guardians) remain responsible for their children at all times.
•Parents must stay on campus during their child’s class. You are welcome to wait in your car or inside the designated parent areas.
•If you experience illness or an emergency, another parent may temporarily take responsibility for your child by completing a Parent Sub Form. Please notify the Director as soon as possible in these cases.
Campus Safety & Boundaries
•To keep all ministries safe, please remain only in areas designated for Lake Country Homeschool. Lake Country Preschool and church office staff also use this property, and we want to honor their space.
•The back side of the property, including playground equipment, is off limits.
•Safety is a priority: any suspicious activity will be reported.
Common Areas & Quiet Spaces
•Our parent/sibling common area is a quiet zone (think “library voices”) to allow homeschooling, studying, and peaceful fellowship.
•Active play and games should take place outdoors.
Respect for Property
•Children not in class must be supervised and respectful of church grounds.
•Please do not use church supplies, and keep rocks/pebbles in place (no throwing, kicking, or scattering).
Visitors & Pets
•Lake Country Homeschool is a ministry for enrolled families. For the safety of our children, no visitors or guests are permitted on campus without prior approval from the Director.
•Pets (including dogs) are not allowed on the property, inside or outside.
Code of Conduct:
At Lake Country Homeschool, we strive to reflect the character of Christ in all we do. Our goal is to nurture students who walk in the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) and grow in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
To support this vision, we ask all students to:
•Honor and respect one another – Speak truthfully, take responsibility for your own work, and show respect to authority.
•Treat others with kindness and courtesy – Extend graciousness to peers, teachers, and staff in all interactions.
•Respect self, others, and property – Care for Lake Country Baptist Church/Homeschool, including supplies and equipment, and practice wise stewardship of personal items.
•Come prepared and ready to learn – Arrive with materials, an eager heart, and a willingness to participate fully in class.
•Maintain a safe and loving environment – Physical, emotional, or verbal threats or abuse will not be tolerated.
•Seek reconciliation when needed – When offenses occur, practice Biblical repentance and forgiveness, restoring relationships with grace and humility.
By living out these principles, our students are empowered to grow not just academically, but spiritually and relationally, reflecting Christ in every part of their lives.
Disciplinary Process:
Disciplinary action will be taken for infractions of Lake Country Homeschool policy and rules. These may include probation, suspension, or as a final resort, expulsion.
Most disciplinary processes are dealt with the teacher, administrator/director, and parents. Parents are the most important role in dealing with disciplinary actions.
At LCH, we desire to create a safe, respectful, and Christ-centered environment for all students, staff, and families. To support this, we ask all students to follow our behavior expectations:
•Show respect to Pastors, teachers, parents, volunteers, and fellow students
•Participate with a willing and cooperative attitude
•Use kind and encouraging words
•Care for property, supplies, and our shared spaces
•No cell phone use in class. Cell phones MUST remain in backpacks or pockets. Cell phones are not allowed in the classroom at any time.
•Students are not permitted to have ear buds in the classroom. Please encourage your child to use their phone outside of class times.
If a student struggles to meet these expectations, the following process will be followed:
1.First Occurrence – The behavior will be addressed directly with the student, and parents will be notified.
2.Second Occurrence – A meeting will be held with the student, parents, and teacher/leader to work on a plan for improvement.
3.Third Occurrence – The student will be asked to take a two-week break from being on-site. This time is intended to provide space for reflection and reset, ensuring the student can return ready to participate in a positive way.
We believe every student is valuable and capable of making good choices, and our goal is always restoration, growth, and reconciliation.
To support this vision, we ask all students to:
•Honor and respect one another – Speak truthfully, take responsibility for your own work, and show respect to authority.
•Treat others with kindness and courtesy – Extend graciousness to peers, teachers, and staff in all interactions.
•Respect self, others, and property – Care for Lake Country Baptist Church/Homeschool, including supplies and equipment, and practice wise stewardship of personal items.
•Come prepared and ready to learn – Arrive with materials, an eager heart, and a willingness to participate fully in class.
•Maintain a safe and loving environment – Physical, emotional, or verbal threats or abuse will not be tolerated.
•Seek reconciliation when needed – When offenses occur, practice Biblical repentance and forgiveness, restoring relationships with grace and humility.
By living out these principles, our students are empowered to grow not just academically, but spiritually and relationally, reflecting Christ in every part of their lives.
Disciplinary Process:
Disciplinary action will be taken for infractions of Lake Country Homeschool policy and rules. These may include probation, suspension, or as a final resort, expulsion.
Most disciplinary processes are dealt with the teacher, administrator/director, and parents. Parents are the most important role in dealing with disciplinary actions.
At LCH, we desire to create a safe, respectful, and Christ-centered environment for all students, staff, and families. To support this, we ask all students to follow our behavior expectations:
•Show respect to Pastors, teachers, parents, volunteers, and fellow students
•Participate with a willing and cooperative attitude
•Use kind and encouraging words
•Care for property, supplies, and our shared spaces
•No cell phone use in class. Cell phones MUST remain in backpacks or pockets. Cell phones are not allowed in the classroom at any time.
•Students are not permitted to have ear buds in the classroom. Please encourage your child to use their phone outside of class times.
If a student struggles to meet these expectations, the following process will be followed:
1.First Occurrence – The behavior will be addressed directly with the student, and parents will be notified.
2.Second Occurrence – A meeting will be held with the student, parents, and teacher/leader to work on a plan for improvement.
3.Third Occurrence – The student will be asked to take a two-week break from being on-site. This time is intended to provide space for reflection and reset, ensuring the student can return ready to participate in a positive way.
We believe every student is valuable and capable of making good choices, and our goal is always restoration, growth, and reconciliation.
Classes:
We are asking ONLY the scheduled facilitators be in the classroom, in addition to the teacher, during any class period. Special permissions are available when previously discussed with the teacher.
While students are in the classroom, we will have a sectioned off area in our sanctuary for parents and siblings. There will be a few limited toys available for them during this time. The toys MUST remain in the toy area. NO PERSONS are allowed to use the stage area, for any reason. Please help us by keeping children off the stage.
While students are in the classroom, we will have a sectioned off area in our sanctuary for parents and siblings. There will be a few limited toys available for them during this time. The toys MUST remain in the toy area. NO PERSONS are allowed to use the stage area, for any reason. Please help us by keeping children off the stage.
Dress Code:
At Lake Country Homeschool, we encourage students to dress in a way that is pleasing to God, reflecting modesty, respect for themselves, and respect for others. Modesty is highly valued in our community.
•Students should avoid clothing that exposes the midriff, is overly short, or otherwise revealing.
•In the event a student arrives wearing clothing that does not meet these standards, we have modest clothing available for students to change into for the duration of the class. This ensures all students feel comfortable, respected, and able to focus on learning in a Christ-centered environment.
We appreciate families partnering with us to uphold these standards, helping students honor God in all aspects of their lives—including their attire.
•Students should avoid clothing that exposes the midriff, is overly short, or otherwise revealing.
•In the event a student arrives wearing clothing that does not meet these standards, we have modest clothing available for students to change into for the duration of the class. This ensures all students feel comfortable, respected, and able to focus on learning in a Christ-centered environment.
We appreciate families partnering with us to uphold these standards, helping students honor God in all aspects of their lives—including their attire.
Snow Days:
Snow days will follow the Lake Stevens School District. 2 hour Delay will keep us on regular schedule. You will also be emailed.
Parking:
Please only park in the front section of our parking lot, or along the west side. The back section is used for a different ministry happening at the same time.
Communication:
Most communication from Lake Country Homeschool will be in the form of direct email. Please be sure to use an updated email address when registering.
Jobs:
It is vital to Lake Country Homeschool that every parent and family play a role in helping to keep this program running. If you are absent or need to be gone for your job, it is up to you to find a replacement. Jobs/Roles can range from a teacher/asst. teacher, set up or take down rooms, take out garbage etc. Jobs will be assigned (and you will have the ability to state a preference) prior to the first day of school.
Safety:
All persons interacting with children in classrooms will have to pass a background check.
All parents on property must wear a name lanyard (provided by Lake Country Homeschool) granting them permission to be on the property. Since this is a ministry of the church, there may be unknown adults at any given time. Lanyards will safely and easily identify who is affiliated with our homeschool program.
All parents on property must wear a name lanyard (provided by Lake Country Homeschool) granting them permission to be on the property. Since this is a ministry of the church, there may be unknown adults at any given time. Lanyards will safely and easily identify who is affiliated with our homeschool program.
School Supplies:
Students will need to bring a backpack, pencils, paper and a notebook or folder to classes each week.
Fees:
At Lake Country Homeschool, we are blessed to partner with families in providing a Christ-centered, joyful, and supportive learning environment. Our fee structure reflects the costs necessary to maintain quality classes, curriculum, and care for our teachers and facilities.
Fee Breakdown
•Registration Fee – Helps cover church and administrative expenses.
•Supply Fees – Cover curriculum and materials needed for classes.
•Monthly Tuition – Paid to the teacher/director, based on 32 weeks of instruction per year, September 1, 2025 – May 30, 2026. Tuition is calculated regardless of the number of weeks in a month, as teachers and facilities are still compensated.
Payment Guidelines
•Tuition is due on the first Tuesday of each month.
•A $25 late fee will be applied to payments received after the 15th.
•Payments may be made via check (payable to Lake Country Baptist Church), cash (receipt provided), or online through your registration link. Tuition can also be paid directly to your child’s teacher or at the connection table.
Tuition Policy
•Monthly tuition is a guaranteed rate and will not be adjusted for vacations, illnesses, snow days, or unexpected closures. Classes without payment will be canceled.
•Fees are non-refundable. Registration, supply, and monthly class fees are not reimbursable. This includes planned or unexpected breaks in attendance or school closures.
Class Withdrawal Fee
•If a class is dropped between September 1, 2025, and May 30, 2026, an $80 fee per class will be applied. This ensures fairness and helps cover teacher and administrative commitments.
We appreciate your understanding and partnership. These policies allow us to honor our teachers, care for our facilities, and continue providing a Christ-centered environment where students can grow in knowledge, character, and the love of Jesus.
Fee Breakdown
•Registration Fee – Helps cover church and administrative expenses.
•Supply Fees – Cover curriculum and materials needed for classes.
•Monthly Tuition – Paid to the teacher/director, based on 32 weeks of instruction per year, September 1, 2025 – May 30, 2026. Tuition is calculated regardless of the number of weeks in a month, as teachers and facilities are still compensated.
Payment Guidelines
•Tuition is due on the first Tuesday of each month.
•A $25 late fee will be applied to payments received after the 15th.
•Payments may be made via check (payable to Lake Country Baptist Church), cash (receipt provided), or online through your registration link. Tuition can also be paid directly to your child’s teacher or at the connection table.
Tuition Policy
•Monthly tuition is a guaranteed rate and will not be adjusted for vacations, illnesses, snow days, or unexpected closures. Classes without payment will be canceled.
•Fees are non-refundable. Registration, supply, and monthly class fees are not reimbursable. This includes planned or unexpected breaks in attendance or school closures.
Class Withdrawal Fee
•If a class is dropped between September 1, 2025, and May 30, 2026, an $80 fee per class will be applied. This ensures fairness and helps cover teacher and administrative commitments.
We appreciate your understanding and partnership. These policies allow us to honor our teachers, care for our facilities, and continue providing a Christ-centered environment where students can grow in knowledge, character, and the love of Jesus.
Illness:
Students must be free from fevers, green discharge, cough, running nose, or ANY flu like symptoms for 24 hours before attending a class. We understand coughs can last weeks. Please use parental discretion and avoid bringing an actively sick child to our facility.
It is a high priority to keep the classroom clean and disinfected between age groups. We clean tables and chairs between each class. We will also have diffusers running to help purify the indoor air.
It is a high priority to keep the classroom clean and disinfected between age groups. We clean tables and chairs between each class. We will also have diffusers running to help purify the indoor air.
Procedures:
In the event of a fire, students and all persons will be evacuated to the furtherest southwest portion of the property. Students in class will be directed by the teacher/assistant teacher. All other individuals will need to be responsible for themselves.
In the event of a lockdown, we will lock the classroom doors as soon as we are made aware. Both the director and the staff members for Lake Country Baptist Church will be in communication.
In the event of an earth quake, the teachers will direct all students to climb under their desk and hold on.
In the event of a lockdown, we will lock the classroom doors as soon as we are made aware. Both the director and the staff members for Lake Country Baptist Church will be in communication.
In the event of an earth quake, the teachers will direct all students to climb under their desk and hold on.