Do I need to be part of a co-op to use NewzBrain?
No. You can start with a Family Plan for your household, or choose a Co-Op Plan if you want group play—even without a formal co-op.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers for homeschool families and co-ops exploring NewzBrain at Home.
Learn how plans work, what billing to expect, and how setup flows after checkout.
Most Common Questions
How does billing work during the school year?
Monthly plans are billed August through May only—there are no charges in June or July.
You can also choose a School Year plan for one upfront payment at the best value.
What happens if I join in the middle of the school year?
You’ll only pay for what’s left of the year.
Monthly plans charge for remaining months, and School Year plans are automatically prorated at checkout.
Players do not just learn current events - they see how they compare nationally.
Getting Started
Getting Started
What is NewzBrain at Home?
NewzBrain at Home is a current-events learning system for homeschool families and co-ops, built around Daily Play, Weekly Showdown, and measurable progress, with optional Co-Op experiences for group learning.
Is this a full homeschool curriculum?
No. It is a focused supplement you can run in minutes each week to build awareness, consistency, and motivation.
How much time does it take each week?
Most families spend about 5 minutes on Daily Play and 10-15 minutes each week on Weekly Showdown, with optional extra time for Monthly Challenge and group games on Co-Op.
Plans & Billing
Plans & Billing
How does billing work?
Billing follows the school year. Choose Monthly (School Year) or School Year billing.
- Both include access through May.
- Both renew each school year unless canceled.
What does "Monthly (School Year)" mean?
Monthly billing runs from August through May only, with no June or July charges. It resumes next school year unless canceled.
What happens if I join mid-school year?
Monthly bills only for remaining billed months through May. School Year pricing is prorated for the rest of the current year, then renews at full annual price next school year.
Can I cancel after I sign up?
Yes. If you choose Monthly billing, you can cancel anytime before your next billing date to avoid future charges. There are also no charges in June or July.
Which billing option should I choose?
- Monthly (School Year): lower upfront cost.
- School Year: lowest total school-year price.
Co-Op & Family Usage
Co-Op & Family Usage
What is the difference between Family and Co-Op?
Family covers one household and includes Daily Play, Weekly Showdown, Fix My Misses, national rankings, and player progress. Co-Op includes those same core features for each participating household, plus Co-Op-only Monthly Challenge, co-op rankings, and live group games.
Do I need to be in a formal co-op to choose Co-Op?
No. Many families choose Co-Op for group competition and team-style play even outside a formal organization.
Do co-op families share one login?
No. Each household uses its own account with separate player profiles and progress tracking.
Can we start on Family and upgrade later?
Yes. You can start with Family and move to Co-Op later when you are ready for group play.
How does co-op pricing feel when shared?
Co-Op plans start at $34.99/month for up to 5 families and go up to $54.99/month for up to 20 families, so the cost per family is still often just a few dollars in active groups.
Rankings & Competition
Rankings & Competition
Do homeschool students compete with public school students?
Yes. Students use the same weekly questions and scoring system, so homeschool students can compare directly on national rankings.
Why do rankings matter?
Rankings provide objective progress over time and make weekly participation more motivating through healthy competition.
Will rankings discourage my child?
Usually no. Most players quickly focus on personal growth and score improvement week to week.
Setup & Payments
Setup & Payments
When do I set up players or my co-op?
After payment. Checkout is intentionally short, and full household/co-op setup happens in the post-payment flow.
What happens after I pay?
You are guided through account setup, player setup, and co-op invites (if applicable), then can begin Daily Play, Weekly Showdown, and any included Co-Op features right away.
How is my payment information handled?
Payments are processed by Stripe. Card data is encrypted and handled by Stripe, and NewzBrain does not store full card details on app servers.
Do players keep progress if we change plans?
Yes. Player progress stays tied to each profile, so history remains available across eligible plan changes.
Still have questions?
Reach out anytime and we will help you choose the right plan and get set up quickly.