This is an admissions application for NEW FAMILIES for the 2026/27 School Year. All fields must be completed for the application to be considered.

LAF leadership will make every effort to process applications as quickly as possible. In many cases, we will need to schedule a Zoom interview to gather more information. All decisions will be emailed to the address entered below. Please be sure your email is entered correctly.

Be advised that any misrepresentation or false information on this application could result in removal from the program without a refund.

To guarantee that your application will be processed in time to register on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, new families must submit this application NO LATER than 5:00 pm ET on Monday, 4/20/26. Applications received after this deadline may not be processed until well after registration opens to the public.

Be advised, we are asking you to read and agree to the following sections of our website:

Statement of Faith

Code of Conduct

Disciplinary Procedures

Academic Integrity Policy

If you have any questions, please contact learningandfamiliesinfo@gmail.com

Name *

First

Last

Email *

Phone *

Do you proclaim Jesus Christ as the Lord and Savior of your life? *

How and when did you come to know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? *

Describe what it means "to be saved," and describe how a person receives salvation. *

What does it mean to you to have a relationship with God? And how would you describe your relationship with Him? *

Spouse's Name *

Does your spouse proclaim Jesus Christ as the Lord and Savior of their life? *

How and when did your spouse come to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior? *

Have your spouse describe what it means "to be saved," and describe how a person receives salvation. *

How would your spouse describe what it means to have a relationship with God? And how would they describe their relationship with Him? *

What is your home church? *

How often do you attend? *

What is your pastor's name and contact information? *

Is there any part of our Statement of Faith that you question, disagree with, or wish to discuss? *

Is there any part of our Code of Conduct that you question, disagree with, or wish to discuss? *

Is there any part of our Disciplinary Procedures that you question, disagree with, or wish to discuss? *

Do you understand that you are responsible for your children’s education, that we are NOT a school, and do not keep grades or records, nor are we a legal covering for homeschooling (you must register with the county, PEP, or an umbrella school)? *

Why do you choose to homeschool? *

How many consecutive years have you homeschooled? *

How are you registered to homeschool? *

With the county
With an umbrella school
With PEP

Please list which umbrella or county or PEP. *

Do you fully understand that we are not a school or church program, and as such, we are not equipped to manage custody disputes, major disciplinary issues, mental health challenges, threats of violence, or potential child abuse (from an adult or another child)? In any circumstance that we are not equipped or feel we need support/guidance from the appropriate authorities, we will always default to seeking that guidance and reporting as necessary. Do you understand that if you join our community, every member of our leadership team and all of our facilitators are mandated reporters? If there are reports of any kind of abuse or threats of harm, we will not investigate claims before contacting the appropriate authorities. *

I understand and accept this stance.
I am not comfortable with this.

Are both parents committed to homeschooling in a God-honoring way (if not, please explain)? *

Have you read our definitions for rude, mean, and bullying as listed on our website (learningandfamilies.org/code-of-conduct/)? Do you understand and accept that LAF leadership uses these definitions to determine whether or not the word "bullying" is appropriate in a given situation? Our focus is on providing a safe learning environment, however, we are not equipped to thoroughly investigate accusations of these behaviors. If there is a report of bullying that fits this definition, we may ask parents on only one or both sides to sit in on all classes, attend events and activities, and otherwise remain with their student throughout the day without any kind of deep investigation. All decisions are at the full discretion of the Board of Directors and are final. *

I understand and accept this stance.
I am not comfortable with this.

Please list any homeschool organizations that you currently belong to or that your student(s) has been a part of in the past. *

Is there anything you would like to discuss with LAF Leadership? *

CO-OP APPLICATION

Fill Out Questions Below ONLY If You Plan to Register for the LAF Co-op

If you are not planning to register for the Co-op, you can scroll down and submit your application now. Please be aware that if you do want to register for Co-op in the future, we will need to RESUBMIT this application with the Co-op questions completed before you will be approved to select classes.

Why do you want to join a Co-op? What do you hope it will add to your homeschool experience?

What are the ages/grades of the children you wish to register in the Co-op?

Are all of your school-aged children homeschooled?

If any of your school-aged children are not homeschooled, please tell us where they attend school.

Have any of your students been asked to leave a school or program for any reason?

If yes, please explain.

Have any of your students ever had behavior issues in a previous school or program?

If yes, please explain.

Please list any public/private schools your student(s) has attended in the past.

Did you homeschool in the 2025/26 school year?

What is your homeschool style/philosophy?

List a few of your favorite curriculum choices.

Do you understand that as a Co-op, we require EVERY family's cooperation and hands-on service?

Do you agree to serve in some capacity on campus every week?

Do you have any special circumstances that would prevent you from serving on campus during LAF Co-op? (Please note that we will take truly special needs into consideration and prayerfully consider service alternatives.)

As a learning community, it's important that every family is committed to the success of the learning environment. Although parents are the directors of their student's education, by joining LAF Co-op you are agreeing to completing your pre-work/homework that is assigned in each student's class to ensure all students are actively participating, unless previously agreed upon with a facilitator or an unforeseen circumstance. Are there any special needs that we need to be aware of that might prevent one or more of your students from completing their assigned work?

What do you see as your strengths, talents, and abilities that could help our community? For example, are you outgoing, energetic, and approachable? Perhaps you would do a great job as a door monitor or someone at our information desk. Are you great at fundraising? Are you meticulous and detail-oriented? If so, you might make a good classroom assistant. Tell us more about your interests and strengths.

Email:	learningandfamiliesinfo@gmail.com
Phone:	941-961-4114
Mailing:	Bethel Church ATTN: Learning and Families 1805 30th Ave W. Bradenton, FL 34205

26/27 New Families Admissions Application

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