When I first found out I was pregnant with twins, one of my big fears was whether I’d be able to tell them apart when they were born. I came up with various strategies for how I would handle this. Keep their hospital bracelets with their names on them for an extended...
Testing time has arrived. Over the years, my family’s experience with CAASPP has looked a little different every time. We’ve had test sessions filled with tears, wiggly bodies, pulling teeth to get through a single question, and LOTS of breaks. And we’ve also...
It’s hard to believe we’re nearing the end of the ordering season! Today (March 26, 2025) is the final day to place orders using instructional funds for this school year—with the exception of Amazon orders, which you can still submit until April 30. If you have funds...
At this point in the school year, I always find myself reflecting on how much my kids have grown—both academically and personally. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day and forget to pause and take stock of all the little moments that show real progress. Maybe...
I have learned many valuable lessons in my time as both a home educator and school administrator, many of which I gleaned from living on a regenerative agriculture farm. In 2014, my family and I moved to a farm nestled in the Sierra Nevada Foothills to attempt to grow...
As we step into March, the world around us begins to shift—winter loosens its grip, and signs of spring peek through in fresh blooms and longer days. Just like the changing seasons, homeschooling follows its own rhythms, and this time of year brings a wonderful...
