About Us
James River Cobblestones offers a unique blend of core and elective courses which are designed to enhance each participating student's home school experience, not replace it. All classes include Biblical principles to teach children to "love your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength." (Mark 12:30)
Classes are scheduled September through May and meet at 3308 Pleasants Road, Powhatan, VA 23139. Classes meet once or twice a week for direct instruction and group activiites. Instructors assign homework to be completed during the week. All the planning is done for you. Classes offer the benefits and flexibility of multi-age classroom style learning. Students are taught in small group settings, with lots of hands-on learning and individual attention from caring teachers. Member families must follow homeschool laws for the state of Virginia.
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Statement of Faith
James River Home School Foundation is a nonprofit (501c3) Christian organization established in 2009 to provide educational and extra-curricular enrichment opportunities for Virginia home-schooled students. James River Cobblestones is not a school, nor are we accredited by any state or national educational agency.
Statement of Faith
We believe that “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God,” which we hold to be the whole book called THE HOLY BIBLE – inspired by the Holy Spirit, inerrant in the original writing, and the infallible Word of God. Its teaching and authority are absolute and final, and thus our guide to faith and practice.
We believe in one God Who is creator, sustainer and ruler of all, existing in three persons – the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
We believe in the Deity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, His sinless life, His death to pay the penalty for sin, His bodily resurrection, His exaltation at God’s right hand, and His personal return.
We believe that all have sinned and are therefore guilty before God and repentance is commanded for all and necessary for forgiveness of sins.
We believe that all who by faith receive Jesus Christ are then born again of the Holy Spirit and receive everlasting life.
We believe that the term “marriage” has only one meaning: the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive union, as delineated in Scripture (Genesis 2:18-25).
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.
We believe that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person as male or female. These two distinct, complementary genders together reflect the image and nature of God (Genesis 1:26-27). Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of the image of God within that person.
We believe that God offers redemption and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ (Acts 3:19-21; Romans 10:9, I Corinthians 6:9-11).
We believe in a literal 7-day creation as the book of Genesis describes, and in the young earth philosophy. We do not believe and will not teach the theory of evolution.
This Statement of Faith does not exhaust the extent of our beliefs. The Bible itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God that speaks with final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind, is the sole and final source of all that we believe. For purposes of faith, doctrine, practice, policy and discipline, our Board of Directors is the final interpretive authority on the Bible’s meaning and application for James River Home School Foundation/James River Cobblestones/James River Eagles.
Membership and Class Registration
So....How do I become a member and register for classes?
If you have checked out the list of classes offered (you can click the class to see all the class details, including the cost); then you can check out our Instructors here. If you are sure you want to enroll in one or more classes, you need to apply to join our Cobblestones Community.
Membership in this site is private for families currently attending or registering for Cobblestones classes. There is an annual *non-refundable membership fee of $70.00 per FAMILY per year, payable online to the James River Home School Foundation (JRHSF). Online payment is required with this application. In addition there is a required student registration fee of $30 per student for the first 3 students. There is no additional registration fee for 4 or more students.
As this is a closed community, class registration can only take place after your membership to this group has been approved and membership fees are paid. Once you are logged into the secure site as a member you can sign-up for classes. All membership and student registration fees must be received prior signing up to a classs.
Membership fees are non-refundable UNLESS:
- the class you enrolled in is cancelled
- your application for membership is not approved.
Parents must be in compliance with the homeschool laws for the State of Virginia.
FAQ's
Where do classes meet?
Powhatan Christian Fellowship
3308 Pleasants Road
Powhatan, VA 23139
What qualifications do your instructors hold?
Our instructors come from a wide variety of backgrounds with numerous talents. They share a love for Christ and a commitment to teach Biblical principles in all subject areas. Most are either currently homeschooling or have adult children who were homeschooled. Look for information about indivdual qualifications on the Class Instructors page. All adults who work directly with students have passed a background check. Please note that our instructors do not have specific training for teaching students with learning disabilities or certifications for administering medical care.
When are you in session?
Courses will run September – May.
Check the website calendar for details and holidays.
How much does it cost to be a member?
There is an annual membership fee of $70 per family per year, payable online to the James River Home School Foundation (JRHSF). Online payment is required with this application. In addition there is a required student registration fee of $30 per student for the first 3 students. There is no additional registration fee for 4 or more students. Registration usually begins in March and ends in August, or earlier if classes are full.
*Membership fees are non-refundable UNLESS:
- the class you enrolled in is canceled
- you are denied membership for any reason
What do classes cost?
Class prices vary and are paid directly to the instructors. Details may be found on the class registration page. Click on the class or classes that match your needs.
What is your policy for extreme weather days?
In the event of inclement weather (snow, ice, hurricane), we will make an announcement of cancellation, delayed opening, or early dismissal, before 7 A.M if possible. A SMS text will be sent out to all members who have opted in to our notification system. We will also post on the Cobblestones FB Group. Since we have teachers/students coming from several counties, we feel we should make our decision based on weather in the western/rural areas, not just in the local Richmond area. If Powhatan County schools close, we will also close.