Whole Learner as a Guiding Principle
How is it going? Are you finding your rhythm? Are you learning more about yourself and your children as we find ourselves three weeks into homeschooling this year? I find it fascinating how much can be uncovered about ourselves and each other as we teach and learn....
The Importance of Thinking Positive
This week our students will learn about the importance of Thinking Positive! It's no surprise that people with a brighter outlook on life are not only happier, but also accomplish more. When we teach our children to believe there is more for them in life, to expect...
Cottonwood Star of the Week: Hadassah
Our Cottonwood Star of the Week is Hadassah! Her mom says: Hadassah has chosen boldness over fear and is more than an overcomer!!! She expresses her creativity through ballet lessons at Ballet Rejoice and her love for reading has not ceased. She has grown so brave in...
Diversity as a Guiding Principle
The first week of school flew by, and I have had the privilege to interact with many of you at various events, Zoom meetings, on our social platforms, phone calls, and emails. I love the part of my job where I have the opportunity to hear people generously share their...
Embracing Creativity!
This week our 7 Mindsets lesson is about Embracing Creativity! Students learn that we create new things in life when we’re being imaginative and innovative. If we want new experiences and things we’ve never had, we must do things we’ve never done. This could be...
Our Cottonwood Stars
In Native American legend, cottonwood trees create the stars by holding star seeds within their branches. When stars were formed, they didn’t dwell in the heavens. Instead, they searched beneath the soil for root systems from which to grow. (You can read our previous...
The Homeschooling Journey is a Marathon, Not a Sprint
Are you and your children excited as the first official day of school approaches? We are filled with anticipation as we kick off the year alongside you! We have exciting announcements ahead in this newsletter, and you will see that the newsletter is no longer the...
Things to Consider When Choosing Curriculum
As we cruise through the summer, if you’re feeling unsure about how to prepare for your school year, know that you’re not alone! Many homeschooling families are making plans this time of year, deciding what worked well in the past, or what changes they want to make...
We Met Our Testing Goal!
We’ve crossed the finish line and we WON!!! As of yesterday, the Cottonwood School has successfully MET & EXCEEDED the threshold of CAASPP testing 95% of our eligible students! 97.4% completed the ELA and Math Assessments 97% completed the CAST Additionally, our...