If you are interested to explore possibilities at PLC, be in touch with Joel at 609-851-2522 or info@princetonlearningcooperative.org for more information and a tour of our space.

Open House at Princeton Learning Cooperative

Does your teen find traditional school limiting? Looking for flexibility, a smaller community, and a new approach? PLC can Help!

When: Monday, November 7, 2-3pm EDT
Where: 16 All Saints Rd. Princeton, NJ 08540
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Drop in, take a look around our space and chat with a staff member.

Princeton Learning Cooperative is an educational community dedicated to empowering students to take charge of their learning. Through self-direction, mentorship, and connection with peers, we offer a supportive environment where individuals can explore their interests, pursue their passions, and cultivate essential skills for lifelong success.

PLC provides a flexible alternative to traditional schooling. Find out how we can help your teen create the education they want now while building a path towards college, career, entrepreneurship, vocation, travel, and more.

For a private appointment, call us anytime at 609-851-2522

Join us for inspiring stories from self-directed learners who have taken control of their education and paved their unique learning paths!

When: November 7, 2024, 7-8pm
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Does your teen find school stressful or dull? They have options. 

Hear directly from teens and young adults who left conventional schooling behind. They'll share why school didn't work and how they're creating meaningful lives for themselves. When teenagers have the support of caring, knowledgeable mentors and the flexibility to manage their own education, many new paths to success open up to them.

The panel includes current members and alumni of the three centers that make up The Learning Cooperatives who will tell their stories, with a Q&A to follow.

Your student has a unique learning experience. Let us help you translate that into a document that colleges will understand.

When:   Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 6:30 -8pm
Where: Princeton Learning Cooperative, 16 All Saint Road, Princeton 08540
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At this event, we will cover all the essentials you need to know to create a standout transcript.

We will explore a documentation system that highlights your student’s unique strengths, interests, and activities. We will cover course descriptions, grading systems, credits, and formatting tips to ensure your transcript is professional and complete. You'll leave with a better understanding of how to track the academic progress of your homeschooler.

The event will be held at Princeton Learning Cooperative, so mark your calendars and come prepared with any questions you may have. This workshop is designed to help you feel confident in crafting an accurate and polished transcript whether you are an unschooler, academic, or eclectic homeschooler! We can't wait to see you there!

This workshop is suitable for parents of current or prospective homeschooled middle and high school students.

Dr. Naomi Fisher on why it is time to change our approach to school avoidance and what we can do instead.

Sunday, Nov 24, 2-3:15pm
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School avoidance and chronic absenteeism in conventional schools is a growing issue. The standard response to children not wanting to attend school usually involves increasing levels of rewards and punishments - but is this really addressing the issue? What could we do instead? Dr. Naomi Fisher, clinical psychologist and author, will join us for a discussion of school avoidance and what she has experienced in her work with children as a clinical psychologist and parent. Q&A will follow.

This is an online event via Zoom. Please register at Eventbrite. Pay what you want donations help us defray the cost of the event.

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Hosted by Liberated Learners.

An overview of homeschooling in New Jersey and answers to your questions.

When:   TBD
Where:  TBD
Registration

Are you considering homeschooling your child in New Jersey? Has your child asked to be homeschooled, but you aren't sure where to start? A panel of experienced homeschooling parents will cover the basics of homeschooling in New Jersey, including: homeschooling law, the range of approaches to homeschooling, resources and communities that support homeschooling, and paths for students after homeschooling. The panel discussion will be followed by a q&a. Registration recommended.

Panelists include 

• Heather Sia – homeschooling parent and staff member at Princeton Learning Cooperative, 
• Joel Hammon – staff member at Princeton Learning Cooperative and former public school teacher.