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Special Guest Contributor Message from Kara Tupy When I made the decision to homeschool my three children nearly a decade ago, it wasn’t an easy one. Plagued by all of the “what ifs” and overwhelmed by the choices, I wondered if I really had what it would take to...

Each week our Wednesday Weekly newsletter offers fresh perspectives and valuable insights to enrich your educational journey, along with all of the pertinent and important news to keep you informed about all things Cottonwood. A few weeks ago, I shared about...

Hello Homeschool Families, As we sail towards the end of another school year, it's a perfect time to reflect on our achievements and set goals for what lies ahead. This period marks a time of assessment where we gauge the progress of our students and ourselves. There...

Dear Homeschooling Families, Welcome back from spring break! We hope you had a rejuvenating and restful time with your loved ones, soaking up the sunshine and embracing the beauty of the season. As we transition back into our homeschooling rhythm, let's embark on a...

Dear Homeschooling Families, We're thrilled to bring you a special collaboration from our Educational Design Experts (EDE) this week. Our team of teachers, each specializing in diverse homeschool methodologies, has come together to create a document with tips and...

Dear Cottonwood Families, As the vibrant blooms of spring emerge, we're thrilled to introduce the Cottonwood Families Spring Outdoor Challenge – a personalized homeschool adventure designed not only for educational exploration, but also to nurture your family's...

Hi friends! I trust this newsletter finds you and your learners thriving in the world of homeschooling. This week, we're set to embark on an exciting exploration of social studies and geography, building on the insight we've cultivated from our math (January...

Dear Cottonwood Families, It's that time of the year – open enrollment season, and the anticipation is building as we approach the window for submitting your Intent to Return and to enroll incoming siblings! Whether you're a recent addition to our school community or...

This week’s Kindly Kara is penned by the leaders of our Instructional Programs, Amy Frydenlund, Lizette Sweiven, and Kara Tupy. The inquiry process - asking meaningful questions, making discoveries, and testing those discoveries in the search for new understanding -...