Our October Mindset is Passion First!
The Passion First Mindset teaches us that we are all unique expressions of human existence. It’s vital to find out what our individual interests, strengths, and talents are so that we might connect them with our goals, dreams, and visions for the future. In this...
Everything is Possible!
This week our students will learn that a Growth Mindset can further be developed through Mindfulness. Mindfulness, in simple terms, is the state of being conscious of thoughts, emotions, and senses and focusing your awareness on the present moment. When you’re...
The Power of Yet!
This week our students will learn that the Power of Yet! can be a vital component of developing a growth mindset. One way our children can work on building a growth mindset when something is difficult is just using the word yet. They can add it onto the end of almost...
Cottonwood Star of the Week: Willow
Our Cottonwood Star of the Week is kindergartener Willow! Her parents say: Willow is 5 years old and a kindergartener this year. She is so excited to be a part of Cottonwood because she loves learning and is so proud to have started school. She is an avid bike rider,...
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!
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
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
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
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...