I/we understand that every family must work and contribute a minimun of two "credits" in some capacity at the co-op. 

The following agreement to Mediate and/or Arbitrate is between the fully authorized parent or legal guardian acting on behalf of the Family listed below and its immediate members (“The Family”) and Plano Area Texas Homeschoolers (PATH) and its teachers– the parties to this agreement.

We agree to attempt to resolve differences with others (parents, students, teachers, administration) by following the biblical pattern of Matthew 18:15-17. Should we have unresolved issues with another PATH participant, officer or director after utilizing the Matthew 18 principle, the parties agree to be bound by the following mediation and binding arbitration agreement in an attempt to resolve issues and bring reconciliation.

The parties to this agreement are Christians and believe that the Bible commands them to make every effort to live at peace and to resolve disputes with each other in private or within the Christian community in conformity with the biblical injunctions of 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, Matthew 5:23-34, and Matthew 18:15- 20. Therefore, the parties agree that any claim or dispute arising out of, or related to, this agreement or to any aspect of the schooling relationship, including statutory claims, shall be settled by biblically based mediation.

If resolution of the dispute and reconciliation do not result from mediation, the matter shall then be submitted to a panel of three independent and objective arbitrators for binding arbitration. Each party to the agreement shall have the right to select one arbitrator (unless the parties mutually agree to the use of only one arbitrator). The two arbitrators selected by the parties shall jointly select the neutral, third arbitrator. If there is an impasse in the selection of the third arbitrator, the Institute for Christian Conciliation, a division of Peacemaker Ministries of Billings, Montana [(406) 256-1583] shall be asked to provide the name of a qualified person who will serve in that capacity. The mediation and arbitration process shall be conducted in accordance with the "Rules of Procedure for Christian Conciliation" contained in the Peacemaker Ministries booklet, Guidelines for Christian Conciliation. (A complete text of the Rules is available at www.HisPeace.org.)

The parties agree that these methods shall be the sole remedy for any controversy or claim arising out of the schooling relationship or this agreement and expressly waive their right to file a lawsuit against one another in any civil court for such disputes, except to enforce a legally binding arbitration decision.

Governing Law. These Terms and Conditions, as well as any claims arising from or related thereto, whether in tort, contract or otherwise, are governed by Texas Law without regard to Texas’ choice of law rules.

Severability. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of these Terms and Conditions shall not for that reason alone affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of these Terms and Conditions.

PATH holds the following statements of Christian belief to be the foundation upon which we operate:

1. We believe the Bible to be the only authoritative Word of God, inerrant and infallible. (II Timothy 3:16,11 Peter 2:21)

2. We believe there is one true God, manifested in three distinct Persons known as the Trinity, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit (Genesis 1:1, John 10:30)

3. We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, who is the second person of the Trinity and that He possesses all of the attributes of the Father. He is the only son of God. He was born of a virgin and He is God incarnate (both God and man). He is mediator between God and man and will return in glory. (Matthew 16:27)

4. We believe the Holy Spirit, the third member of the Trinity, possesses all the attributes of the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit indwells, instructs and empowers all believers for spiritual service. (Matthew 28:19)

5. We believe in the bodily resurrection of the saved and the lost, the saved to eternal life and the lost to eternal punishment, (John 5:28-29)

6. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit who gives us spiritual gifts for the purpose of equipping us for the building up of the body of Christ. (John 14:26)

7. We believe that all who place their faith in Jesus Christ are placed by the Holy Spirit into the spiritual body of believers known as the church with Christ as the head. Genuine salvation will show itself by righteous attitudes and edifying conduct as a believer submits himself or herself to the control of the Holy Spirit. (Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 5:16, Acts 26:20, James 3:13, 1 Peter 27:12)

8. We believe in the creation of man by the direct act of God. (Genesis 1:26, Genesis 5:1-2)

9. We believe that man is sinful by nature and that regeneration by the Holy Spirit is essential and an absolute necessity for his salvation. We believe that eternal life is a free gift of grace for all who believe. (Romans 3:l9 and 23, John 3:16-19, Ephesians 2:18-19, Titus 3:5-6)

 Our doctrinal statement of faith is fundamental to basic Christian tenets and contains those doctrines to which we unreservedly adhere. The following areas are left primarily to the teaching of the home and church:

1. Church government, authority and discipline

2. Time and mode of baptism

3. Security of the believer

4. Timing of future events

5. Second work of grace or baptism of the Holy Spirit

6. Sinless perfection

7. Gift of the Spirit, tongues, interpretation of tongues, healing, miracle working and discerning of spirits.

There will be no attempt made by parents or students to promote these denominational positions. We desire to remain united in the salvation and love of Christ, avoiding dissension, which may be caused by denominational differences.

PATH upholds the biblical definition of marriage as the union between one man and one woman (Gen. 2: 18-25) and that sexual intimacy is to occur between a man and a woman bound in marriage (1 Cor. 6:18; 7:2-6; Heb. 13:4). 

We believe that any form of sexual immorality (including adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, bisexual conduct, bestiality, incest, or use of pornography) is sinful and offensive to God (Matt. 15:18-20; 1 Cor. 6:9-10).

PATH upholds the biblical definition of gender as a person’s biological sex at birth; created either male or female in the image of God (Gen. 1: 26-27). 

We believe that all human life is sacred and created by God in His image. Human life is of inestimable worth in all its dimensions, including pre-born babies, the aged, the physically or mentally challenged, and every other stage or condition from conception through natural death. We are therefore called to defend, protect, and value all human life. (Ps. 139.)

We believe that in order to preserve the function and integrity of PATH as the local Body of Christ, and to provide a biblical role model to PATH members and the community, it is imperative that all members of PATH in any capacity, or who serve as volunteers, agree to and abide by this Statement on Marriage, Sexuality, Gender and Sanctity of Life (Matt 5:16; Phil 2:14-16; 1 Thess 5:22).

COVID-19 Liability Release Waiver 

For

PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS CO-OP

In consideration of my participation in the foregoing, the undersigned participants of PATH (Plano Area Texas Homeschoolers Co-op) acknowledge and agree to the following: 

- I am fully and personally responsible for my own safety and actions and those of my family while and during my participation at the Organizations and I recognize that I may be at risk of contracting COVID-19. 

- With full knowledge of the risks involved, I hereby release, waive, discharge the Organizations, its board, officers, independent contractors, affiliates, employees, representatives, successors, and assigns from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or death, that may be sustained by me related to COVID-19 while participating in any activity while in, on, or around the premises or while using the facilities that may lead to unintentional exposure or harm due to COVID-19. 

- I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Organizations from and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, lawsuits, and/or liabilities or claims arising whether directly or indirectly from or related to any and all claims made by or against any of the released party due to injury, loss, or death from or related to COVID-19. 

By signing below I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing Liability Release Waiver and understand its contents; that I am at least eighteen (18) years old, and/or the parent/guardian of the participant, and fully competent to give my consent; That I have been sufficiently informed of the risks involved and give my voluntary consent in signing it as my own free act and deed; that I give my voluntary consent in signing this Liability Release Waiver as my own free act and deed with full intention to be bound by the same, and free from any inducement or representation. 

Plano Area Texas Homeschoolers Cooperative 

RELEASE, WAIVER, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT 

IT IS THE INTENTION OF THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN OF THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT BY THIS AGREEMENT TO EXEMPT AND RELIEVE PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOL AND ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS, OR EMPLOYEES FROM LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR WRONGFUL DEATH OF THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT CAUSED BY ANY ACT OF NEGLIGENCE OF PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE AND ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS, OR EMPLOYEES. 

For and in consideration of permitting THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT to observe, or use any facility or equipment of PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE, or engage in and/or receive instruction in any activity or activity incidental thereto SOME OF WHICH MAY INVOLVE DANGERS AND RISK OF BODILY INJURY at: PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE in the city of Plano, County of Collin and State of Texas, THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT OR THE PARENT/GUARDIAN of THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT: hereby voluntarily and absolutely releases, discharges, waives, and relinquishes any and all loss or damages or actions or causes of action for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death occurring to THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT as a result of said participant’s observing or using facilities or equipment of PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE, or engaging in or receiving instructions in any activities SOME OF WHICH MAY INVOLVE DANGERS AND RISK OF BODILY INJURY or in activities incidental thereto wherever or however the same may occur, and for whatever period said activities or instructions may continue. 

THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN of THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT for himself/herself, his/her heirs, executors, administrators, or assigns agrees that in the event any claim for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death shall be prosecuted against PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE or its officers, agents, servants, or employees, THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN OF THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT will indemnify and hold harmless PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE and its officers, agents, servants, or employees from any and all claims or causes of action by THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN of THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT or by any other person or entity, by whomever or wherever made or presented, and under no circumstances will THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN of THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT present any claim against PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE and said persons for personal injuries, property damage, wrongful death, or otherwise, caused by any act of negligence by PLANO AREA TEXAS HOMESCHOOLERS PATH COOPERATIVE and said persons. 

THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN of THE BELOW LISTED PARTICIPANT represents that he/she has read this Release, has requested and has been provided with, or has requested and declined advisement on the foreseeable potential dangers/risks of engaging in the observation, activities, or instruction offered, assumes all foreseeable and unforeseeable risks associated with such dangers and risks, and is fully aware of and understands the terms and the legal consequences of the signing of this Release. The undersigned parent or legal guardian intends his or her signature to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law and if any portion of the Release is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

 

Please have all parents and students read PATH's HANDBOOK. (PLEASE NOTE: to open this link right-click on the link and choose "open in a new window". Otherwise, it will open in this window and you will lose the information you have already input into the form.)

PATH requires all applicants to visit our campus while we are in session, so they may take a tour of our facility, for a first-hand look at what we do and how we operate, and to meet a member of the board in person. Applicants will not be considered for acceptance until this visit has been completed. Sign up for a tour here. (PLEASE NOTE: to open this link right-click on the link and choose "open in a new window". Otherwise, it will open in this window and you will lose the information you have already input into the form.)

Thank you for applying to PATH Co-op. 

Application Process: Your application is not activated until:

1. Your non-refundable application fee of $10 is paid. (After you click submit you will be redirected to a payment window where you will pay the $10 application fee.)

2. Your references have been received.
3. You will then secure a spot on our wait list.
4. We will contact you when a spot for your family opens up.