Classical Conversations
Challenge Assignment Tracker – Keeping Up With Your Student
One of the most challenging aspects of being a parent of a student in the Classical Conversations Challenge program is communicating with them. Finding the balance between helicopter mom and totally hands off is tough. Even when I have been the director of my child’s program, there have been times where we look at each other…
Read MoreMixing With the Masters – Famous Artists Inspired Projects
The arts are typically overlooked in our society. They’re treated as a extra item even though they have a profound impact on how we view the world. Artists and musicians express the philosophies of their time. They communicate what can’t be put into words. As I equip my children to engage with the world, I…
Read MoreWhat does your homeschool schedule look like?
Yesterday, I shared what our plans are for our homeschool studies next year. Today I want to share with you what that looks like in the day to day. I’m warning you that my family’s life is a little bit crazy. We’re not your typical family, and our schedule reflects that. Isn’t that one of…
Read MoreGearing Up for a New School Year – Plans for 2016-2017
It’s that time of the summer. I’ve been working out our curriculum and schedule for next year, and I’m ready to share it with you! It’s so wonderful to be homeschooling with Classical Conversations. So much of what we do is governed by our connection with our community. At home, we still have freedom in…
Read More7 Reasons to Attend a Classical Conversations Parent Practicum
Summer is a time for homeschool moms to have a break from the day-to-day rigors of the school year. It’s great to rest, refresh, and refocus for the next year. While some moms choose to school year round, I choose to make summer a time of learning fun for the kids, but ramp up my…
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