Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Sliding Scale for class fees work?

Please use the descriptions below of the Sliding Scale options to chose which payment option will work best for you. Please note that the Sustainer Level ticket is the true cost of the class. We offer the Supporter Level and the Supported Level ticket option to be inclusive of our community. 

** Borrowed wording from the Driftless Folk School in Viroqua, WI

Supporter Level Ticket
If you move through the world with financial ease and the means to fulfill many of your wants as well as your needs – you are able to eat out when you want, abundantly meet your needs through employment or can comfortably not work, have access to family wealth, own property, etc. – consider paying at this level, which will help us ensure the long term sustainability of our programs while keeping our offerings accessible to those with access to fewer resources.

Sustainer Level Ticket
If you are able to meet your needs with relative ease while budgeting your educational and entertainment spending – for instance, you are able to take classes and eat out occasionally as long as you are mindful – consider paying at this level, which will help sustain the work of the Folk School at a modest level.

Supported Level Ticket
If you struggle to fund your basic needs and have limited access to resources in your family and community, or if you would not be able to access this offering without a discounted payment option, consider paying at this level. We value your presence and contributions to our community and do not want any economic circumstances to be a barrier to attendance!



Where will classes be held?

Depending on the nature and activity of the class the location will vary. The location of a class will be specified in its class description.


Classes may be held at the Honey Creek Collective, 8030 Townline Rd. East Troy, WI. (map)

The Honey Creek Collective offers two different gathering spaces for classes: The 2nd Floor Gathering Space and the Humble Oak Office/Studio Space- 3rd Floor.

Classes that are more suited for outside learning will be held at The Woods location, (map) W2743 Friemoth Rd. East Troy, WI.

The Woods offers two different gathering spaces for classes: Fire Pit Gathering Area (Outdoor Location) and the Homestead Yurt.


What is the class cancellation/refund policy?

If we must cancel a course, students will receive a full refund of any payments made for that course. 

Students who cancel their enrollment more than 21 days prior to the first day of the course will receive a refund less a $50 cancellation fee to cover administrative costs.

 In recognition of the time and energy instructors invest in preparing for courses, students who cancel their enrollment 21 days or less prior to the first day of the course are not eligible for a refund.


If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Folk School at folkschool@humbleoak.or

Is there a deadline to register for classes?

If a class require a deadline for registration, the specific date that registration closes will be specified in the description of the class.

 Not all classes will have registration deadlines. However, some classes, especially those that are of a hands-on nature, will require that students sign up by a certain date prior to the class so that the instructor has ample time to acquire and purchase necessary materials. 

How do I register for a class?

Simple click on Click Here to Register link below the description of the class that you would like to sign up for. This link will take you to the Eventbrite page specific to the class that you would like to register for. Once there you will fill out the necessary information and complete your payment. That's it! You are now registered for a class at the Folk School!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Folk School at folkschool@humbleoak.or

Humble Oak Folk School is a member of the Folk Education Association of America