Frequently Asked Questions

📘 Program & Academics

  • We provide core academic instruction in:

    • Math

    • English Language Arts & Reading (ELAR)

    In addition, Fridays are dedicated to:

    • Social skills

    • Communication

    • Collaboration

    Our curriculum is designed for mastery, meaning students build deep understanding—not just surface-level knowledge.

  • For most families, yes—especially in Math and Language Arts.

    We provide:

    • Consistent weekly instruction

    • A mastery-based approach

    • Two 1-on-1 tutoring sessions per week

    If your family chooses, you can supplement with additional subjects like science or history.

  • This is one of the biggest strengths of the program.

    With:

    • A 12-student cohort

    • Individualized instruction

    • Weekly 1-on-1 sessions

    We meet students where they are and help them build confidence step by step.

  • Students who are ready for more are challenged through:

    • Deeper instruction

    • Enrichment opportunities

    • Personalized support during tutoring sessions

    We don’t rush students—we ensure they truly master concepts.

  • In a traditional classroom, teachers often manage 25+ students at once.

    In our 12-student cohort:

    • Instruction is more personalized

    • Each student’s learning style is considered

    • Students are actively engaged—not overlooked

    This isn’t “one-size-fits-all” education—it’s focused, high-quality instruction in a small-group setting.

💻 Schedule & Logistics

  • Much less than traditional homeschooling—but your role is still important.

    We handle:

    • Instruction

    • Curriculum

    • Structure

    You provide:

    • Oversight

    • Support at home

    • Record-keeping (as required in Texas)

    Most parents find this significantly reduces their workload and stress.

  • We understand that life happens.

    While group sessions are not rescheduled, your child will receive support during their 1-on-1 sessions to review missed material whenever possible.

  • The cohort is intentionally limited to 12 students.

    This allows for:

    • Personalized instruction

    • Strong student relationships

    • A focused, supportive learning environment

⚖️ Homeschool & Legal

  • No.

    Common Roots Learning is a guided homeschool partnership for Texas families. Under Texas law, you remain the administrator of your child’s homeschool.

    We provide high-level daily instruction, curriculum, and academic support—acting as your child’s “lead instructor” while you maintain full legal autonomy.

  • Yes.

    Texas is a parent-directed homeschool state. This means you are responsible for overseeing your child’s education.

    We support you by providing:

    • Structured instruction

    • Curriculum

    • Progress tracking

    This allows you to meet state requirements with confidence—without managing everything alone.

💵 Tuition & Enrollment

  • Item descriptionThe full-year program tuition is $11,990.

    This includes:

    • All live instruction

    • Curriculum and materials

    • Weekly tutoring sessions

    • Summer camps

    • Progress reports and portfolios

    1. Submit your application

    2. We review and follow up with next steps

    3. You receive your enrollment agreement and payment details

    4. Your child’s seat is secured

    Because we only accept 12 students, we recommend applying early.

  • We have submitted our application to become an official TEFA vendor through the Odyssey platform.

    Our status is currently pending final approval as the state processes providers for the 2026–2027 school year. We expect to be active in the ClassWallet marketplace once funds are released.

    Parents are ultimately responsible for tuition regardless of funding approval status.

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