Hello, May!

Hello, May!

It’s May! Can you believe how quickly the school year has gone by? I hope you’re all feeling proud of the progress you’ve made and excited for the summer months ahead. We aren’t quite done with the year yet, but we do tend to mix in more fun and...
Act With Purpose

Act With Purpose

This week our students will be learning about how they can Act with Purpose. While all action is significant, the actions we take that align with our dreams are the most powerful. First, they’re part of who we are and matter to us more, so we try harder and work to...
Learning in Community

Learning in Community

My name is Kara Tupy. I’m the Associate Director of Instruction, TK-8, at The Cottonwood School, and just as importantly, I’m a homeschooling mom. About two months ago, my thirteen-year-old son and I hit the proverbial wall. It seemed like every lesson, every...
Let Yourself Be Vulnerable

Let Yourself Be Vulnerable

This week our students will be learning about the benefits of letting themselves be vulnerable when faced with new experiences and challenges. Fear is a common response in these situations. Children may feel uncertain, vulnerable, and anxious. When they allow...
Homeschool Spring Cleaning

Homeschool Spring Cleaning

Hi there, and welcome back from spring break! I hope you had a relaxing and fun-filled time with your family. Now that we’re back, it’s time to buckle down and finish out the school year strong. As the weather warms up and the flowers start to bloom,...
The Time is Now

The Time is Now

This week our students will be learning about how important it is to Get in the Zone! With life’s challenges, we can all experience a variety of feelings and emotions. These feelings and emotions may even include anger, jealousy, or resentment. The key is to...