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Meet the Family Behind Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op
Meet the Family Behind Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op
We’re the Scheelks — a family passionate about hands-on learning, community, and helping kids thrive. When we started homeschooling our own children, we realized how much richer the experience could be when parents, students, and families come together to teach, explore, and grow.
Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op was born out of this vision: a welcoming, parent-led homeschool community where students from kindergarten through high school can learn, play, and create alongside peers — and where parents actively participate in teaching, mentoring, and building friendships.
Our goal is simple: provide a safe, inspiring, and fun environment where children can develop academically, socially, and creatively, while families support one another along the homeschooling journey.
Join us and discover how learning together makes the climb — and the view — so much more rewarding.
Board Members
Board Members
Heather Scheelk - Founder / CEO
Heather Scheelk - Founder / CEO
Steven Scheelk - Founder / COO
Steven Scheelk - Founder / COO
Michelle Fairhurst - Education Team Lead
Michelle Fairhurst - Education Team Lead
Forest Menke - Treasurer
Forest Menke - Treasurer
Grace Ramey- Events and activity coordinator
Grace Ramey- Events and activity coordinator
About Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op
About Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op
About Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op
About Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op
Our Story
Our Story
Founded in 2022, Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op was established by Heather and Steven Scheelk, alongside a group of homeschooling parents who shared a common vision: creating a community where families could find support, encouragement, friendship, and enriching educational opportunities for their children.
What began as a desire to connect homeschooling families has grown into a thriving Christ-centered community where parents and students learn, serve, and grow together.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Moving Mountains Homeschool Co-op exists to support and encourage homeschooling families by fostering a Christ-centered community where children and parents can learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships.
Through educational enrichment opportunities, shared experiences, and mutual support, we strive to cultivate a love of learning, strengthen family connections, and equip students to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
We believe that homeschooling was never meant to be done alone. By collaborating with one another and partnering with God, we seek to serve each other through our unique gifts and strengths while encouraging one another in our homeschooling journeys.
Location
Location
📍 Our Savior Lutheran Church
1103 S Commercial Ave
Smithville, MO 64089
Meeting Day & Time
Meeting Day & Time
📅 Mondays
🕤 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sample Daily Schedule
Sample Daily Schedule
(Schedule may vary slightly throughout the year.)
9:30 – 9:45 AM
Announcements, Pledge, and Prayer
9:45 – 10:45 AM
First Class Session
10:45 – 11:00 AM
Snack Break
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Second Class Session
12:00 PM
Community Cleanup
Class Offerings
Class Offerings
Moving Mountains focuses on enrichment-based learning experiences rather than traditional curriculum instruction. Our parent-led classes are designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Past and current class topics have included:
🎨 Art & Creative Expression
🔬 Science & Nature Studies
➕ Math Enrichment
🤟 Sign Language
🏃 Physical Education
📚 Literature & Reading
🌎 Social Studies & Geography
✏️ Grammar & Writing
⛑️ First Aid & Safety
⚖️ Legal Studies
💰 Personal Finance
🧠 Psychology
🏡 Life Skills
🌱 Agriculture & Homesteading
…and many more classes inspired by the interests, talents, and passions of our families.
Community & Fellowship
Community & Fellowship
At Moving Mountains, community is at the heart of everything we do. Our goal is to create an environment where children and parents can build meaningful friendships, encourage one another, and make lasting memories together.
Field Trips
Throughout the year, families may enjoy educational and recreational outings such as:
🚌 Science City
🦁 The Zoo
⛸️ Ice Skating
🏃 Fun Runs
🏛️ The Money Museum
🌳 Nature Centers
…and many other local adventures.
Holiday & Special Events
We love celebrating together! Some of our favorite annual traditions include:
🎃 Halloween Dress-Up Day
🦃 Thanksgiving Potluck
🎄 Christmas Party
💝 Valentine's Gift Exchange
🌸 Spring Celebrations
☀️ End-of-Year Gatherings
These events provide opportunities for families to connect, celebrate, and enjoy life together beyond the classroom.
Our Heart
Our Heart
More than a co-op, Moving Mountains is a community of families walking the homeschool journey together. Our desire is that every family who joins feels welcomed, encouraged, supported, and valued as we learn, grow, and do life together.
"For nothing will be impossible with God." – Luke 1:37
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