What does the fall 2026 schedule look like? 

Fall 2026 Semester - Classes begin the week of August 24. The fall semester will end during the week ending on December 11, 2026. 

Monday classes will not meet on Monday, September 7. 

Classes will not meet the week of Thanksgiving, November 23 to November 27. 

What does the spring 2027 schedule look like?

Spring semester and academic year courses will resume on January 11. Classes will end during the week ending with May 7. 

Classes will not meet on the week of March 15 for spring break. 

Classes scheduled for Friday, March 26 will not meet in observation of Good Friday. 

Do classes ever cancel?

Our instructors do their best not to cancel a class. However, we cannot control the weather, internet outages, or illness. In the event of a class cancelation, instructors will provide an alternative assignment for that day. Alternative assignments may include a recorded lesson, independent work reviewed in the next course, or a makeup class which they will record for those unable to attend. 

What are the registration fees?

In addition to tuition payments for courses, there is a required registration fee. 

Annual Registration Fee
A non-refundable registration fee per student, per year is required. A discount is available for families registering three or more siblings—please email for additional information.

This fee supports the ongoing operation of Blue Ridge Homeschool. Our primary expense is required liability insurance coverage. It also helps cover essential overhead costs such as website hosting, administrative needs, and shared educational resources when applicable. 

Registration fees are paid to Blue Ridge Homeschool and are used to support the infrastructure and resources that make our program possible. 

What about tuition or class fees?

Course fees reflect the dedicated instruction your child will receive. Our teachers take on significant responsibilities including teaching at least one 55 minute class per week (many classes often longer or multiple times per week), lesson planning, Google Classroom prep, grading, and communicating with students and parents. Many instructors have set rates below minimum wage and agreed to a per-student, per-class fee. 

Blue Ridge Homeschool is not a co-op. Parents are not required to volunteer or participate beyond supporting their own child. Our instructors serve as tutors for small group classes, supplementing the learning you provide at home.

Do you accept donations?

We would be happy to accept a donation for our organization once we become a 501(c)(3) organization.  

Do you have a scholarship?

At this time, Blue Ridge Homeschool does not have a scholarship fund. We hope to offer scholarships in the future once we have officially secured nonprofit status and established support from donors.  

Why does my child's camera need to be on?

Student safety is our top priority. Keeping cameras on helps staff confirm attendance and maintain a secure learning environment.

Cameras also support effective teaching by allowing teachers to see nonverbal cues, check understanding, and stay connected with students in real time.

Students will be asked once to turn their camera on if it is off. If the camera is not turned on or is turned off again, the student will be removed from the lecture.

Why is only my child allowed on screen?

Only the registered student may be visible on camera during class time. This policy helps us maintain a safe and secure learning environment by ensuring we can identify who is participating.

It also protects student privacy by limiting what others can see from your child’s camera.

How do I create a learning space?

To support a safe and focused learning environment, please consider what is visible through your child’s camera. A simple setup—such as facing a plain wall without distracting or inappropriate items—is recommended.

Choose a quiet area where your child can մասնակցate without interruptions, and ensure family members are aware of class time to avoid walking through the background. This helps maintain privacy and minimizes distractions for all students.