The Learning Pod
Airie Forest School's Homeschool Cooperative
Our little village of family learners.
Learning Pod
Homeschool Cooperative
Tennessee encourages families to come together and share in the learning process as a Learning Pod, also known as a homeschool co-op. This opportunity allows families in the Clarksville area to regularly gather at Airie's privately owned Nurture Center and learn together in nature.
When?
Wednesday Afternoons
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Gentle Rhythm
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12:55 - Arrival
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1:00 - Outdoor Learning Hubs​
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2:00 - Parent Partner Activity
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2:45 - R.I.P.P.L.E. Time
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3:00 - Farewell
Joining our Village
Airie is an intentional community of learners who value experiential, play-based learning in nature. All families begin their journey with us:
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Complete an application.
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Schedule a Meet & Greet Tour.
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Complete enrollment forms.
Who?
Homeschooling Families
Children aged: 5 - 10 years
*Siblings outside of this age range may join on a
case-by-case basis*
Price?
Enrollment Process..........$20.00
Semester Membership.....$150.00
per family
What will we be doing?
Your family will be welcomed into Airie's privately owned Nurture Center to enjoy a wild adventure. We flow through a gentle rhythm rooted in free play and nature exploration. Each class honors children's natural rhythms for learning and play, while weaving in stories, movement, and a nature-inspired craft or skill led by one of our parent partners.
What about the weather?
There is no bad weather here when you have outdoor gear.
Sessions will be canceled if dangerous weather systems are predicted or the roads are impassable. If needed, the Nurture Center will be used as a shelter during weather that is deemed unsafe by Airie standards.
All Airie classes are weather-immersive and occur in rain, snow, and sunshine...but never during thunderstorms.
To prepare, please check out the gear page for our suggestions about how to dress for the weather. There are many ways to keep comfortable in the heat, rain, snow, and cold.
Please Note: Parents must accompany their children and are encouraged to engage in the learning process.