Once You Learn to Read, You Will Be Forever Free

Once You Learn to Read, You Will Be Forever Free

You are a homeschooler, and by default, you are surrounded by books, books, and more books. If you weren’t a literature aficionado before, homeschooling has a funny way of turning your home into a library. I hope that you embrace it and relish in the delights of...
Everything is Possible… with a Growth Mindset!

Everything is Possible… with a Growth Mindset!

Over the past several weeks our students have been learning about dreaming big, embracing creativity, thinking positive, and acting and adjusting. These components of our Everything is Possible mindset are part of having a Growth Mindset. This week our students will...
Cottonwood Star of the Week: Karena

Cottonwood Star of the Week: Karena

Our Cottonwood Star of the Week is 4th grader Karena. She says: We are celebrating my star student achievements! I am really good at peeling cucumbers! And, I think I’m going to culinary school. It’s really exciting! Reading, math, and vocabulary make me a star...
Community and Communication as Guiding Principles

Community and Communication as Guiding Principles

First and foremost, it is EXTREMELY HOT out there. I hope you and your family stay safe, hydrated, and cool. Because of this heat wave, we have postponed and/or cancelled a few events. Please note if you registered for any of the affected events, you will also receive...
The Importance of Acting and Adjusting

The Importance of Acting and Adjusting

This week our students will learn about the importance of Acting and Adjusting! To pursue dreams, it is important to plan and take action if we want to get results, but the greatest obstacle to taking action can be a fear of failure. Those who are successful in...