Take a Stand!
This week we are focusing on the core component of “Take a Stand,” where we share with our students why it is very important to play to our strengths and interests whenever possible. As parents, we know it is equally important that what we choose to do is important to...
The Power of Story
The power of story is HUGE. When we share our stories it connects us, encourages us, and opens us up to new possibilities. Amazing things are happening in each of our homeschools and we would love to get a glimpse into yours. So we’ve created a new segment in the...
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...