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How to Start Homeschooling
So what, exactly, is homeschooling? By definition, it is “to teach school subjects to one’s children at home”. In reality, it is many different things to many different people.
College Prep
Essential Study Skills
While there is a never-ending list of abilities we want our kids to learn before heading out into the real world, essential study skills are a high priority for those that are collegebound.
What is a weighted GPA and should you use it?
As you start to plan your high school courses, understanding what a weighted GPA is will be a valuable asset for maximizing college acceptance potential.
College Prep in High School QuickStart Guide
Not only do you have to plan out next year’s curriculum and class schedule, but you need to visualize the big picture. Starting your college prep in high school is vital. Just as the last eight years flew by, so will the next four.
Education
50+ Ideas for High School Electives
So, we’ve figured out how to plan electives for high school. Now it’s time to start making decisions and filling slots on your class plan. To help, I’ve come up with a list of ideas and/or recommendations.
I’m Just Here for the pi (Day)
Why should you never talk to pi?
(Because he’ll just go on forever.)
Many of us know pi as being equal to 3.14. In actuality, the digits in pi go on forever (F.O.R.E.V.E.R) and appear to have no repeating pattern.
The Responsibility of Time
One of the biggest responsibilities of being a parent is teaching adequate life skills.
Resources
The Most Awesome Because You’re Stuck At Home Anyway Supplemental Learning Resources List!
As this new year gets rolling, there are so many of us that have high hopes, and possibly expectations, for a fresh start; to say adios to 2020 and never look back. That being said, there are lessons learned from last year that shouldn’t be forgotten.
Colorado Free Application Day
On 13 October, 2020, students will be allowed to apply to any of Colorado’s 32 public colleges and universities for free.
Tips for daily organization
“The Only Difference Between A Mob And A Trained Army Is Organization.” – Calvin Coolidge
Reviews
Let’s Go Bananas!
So maybe this isn’t strictly homeschool related, but I felt like sharing. I’m in the process of reviewing an educational cooking website so I guess my brain is in baking mode. And I had a ton of over-ripe bananas so I just made banana bread. The smell is to die for…..
Commonly Used all-in-one Curriculum choices
Once you have an idea of what type of curriculum will best suit your needs, start researching.
A Room To Grow (And Learn)
Our school room fits our needs; it won’t perfectly fit yours. I hope that you can take some of the lessons we’ve learned and use our ideas to create your own space.
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Essential Study Skills
While there is a never-ending list of abilities we want our kids to learn before heading out into the real world, essential study skills are a high priority for those that are collegebound.
What is a weighted GPA and should you use it?
As you start to plan your high school courses, understanding what a weighted GPA is will be a valuable asset for maximizing college acceptance potential.
50+ Ideas for High School Electives
So, we’ve figured out how to plan electives for high school. Now it’s time to start making decisions and filling slots on your class plan. To help, I’ve come up with a list of ideas and/or recommendations.
College Prep in High School QuickStart Guide
Not only do you have to plan out next year’s curriculum and class schedule, but you need to visualize the big picture. Starting your college prep in high school is vital. Just as the last eight years flew by, so will the next four.