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Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission Statement
Collaborative Learning Community is a secular, inclusive community of homeschooling families. As a learning cooperative, families work together to create a safe environment that facilitates and inspires our children’s education. We encourage children to deeply engage with their interests, discover their strengths, collaborate with their peers, and build a positive sense of self and community.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to provide a versatile space where homeschoolers learn, connect, and thrive in community with one another. We will honor our students’ diverse passions as we support them on their unique journeys to educational and holistic well-being.
Values Statement
We are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every person feels empowered. Our core values reflect our dedication to fostering a community that is affirming of LGBTQ+ identities, supportive of neurodiverse individuals, and welcoming to people from all ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds.
Inclusivity: We strive to build a community where every individual is welcomed and celebrated. We honor the diversity of our students, staff, and families, and ensure that our practices and interactions reflect this commitment.
Affirmation: We are dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere that validates and respects each person’s identity and experiences. Our school is a place where every person is seen, understood, and supported in their personal and academic growth.
Respect: We uphold the dignity and worth of every individual within our school community. We promote a culture of mutual respect, where all voices are heard, and everyone is treated with kindness and empathy.
Equity: We are committed to identifying and addressing systemic inequities that affect our students and families. We work to create equitable opportunities and ensure that students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed.
Continuous Learning: We embrace the idea that learning is a lifelong journey and an integral part of our growth as individuals and as a community. We encourage an environment where curiosity and development are ongoing, and where every member of our community is supported in their continuous quest for knowledge and understanding.
Transparency
At CLC, we believe that transparency is fundamental to fostering trust and accountability within our community. We are dedicated to maintaining open lines of communication and ensuring that our members are informed about the decisions and actions that impact our community.
Our commitment to transparency includes:
Regular Updates: Providing regular updates on the activities, decisions, and plans of the Board and committees.
Accessible Information: Ensuring that meeting minutes, financial reports, and other relevant documents are readily accessible to all members.
Open Meetings: Holding open meetings whenever possible and providing advance notice of meeting times and agendas.
Clear Communication: Communicating clearly and honestly about any challenges or issues facing the community and the steps being taken to address them.
Member Involvement: Encouraging active participation from all members in discussions and decision-making processes.
We welcome questions, feedback, and suggestions from our community members at any time. If you have concerns or need clarification about any aspect of CLC’s operations, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Board or the appropriate committee.