Celebrating Homeschooling Parents with Disabilities
Dear Cottonwood Families,Last week, our Assistant Director of Special Education reminded us of the incredible diversity within our school community, sharing inspiring stories of famous individuals with disabilities and reflecting on the many students our school...
Raising Legends: Celebrating Potential and Perseverance
Hello Wonderful Cottonwood Families, I’m so excited to connect with you in this month’s newsletter and share a perspective from the world of Special Education. Did you know that here at Cottonwood we currently have 314 students with active Individualized Education...
A Fresh Start: Embracing the New Year
Happy New Year, Cottonwood families! I hope you all had a peaceful and restful winter break, filled with moments of joy and relaxation. Now that we’re back, it’s time to embrace the new semester, and with it, a fresh start for our homeschooling journeys. As we step...
The Gift of Slow Days
Dear Families, With just a few days left until winter break begins, the excitement is palpable. Whether your kids are eagerly counting down or you've got checklists a mile long to wrap up before the holidays, this time of year brings a unique energy into our homes....
Raising Compassionate Hearts
Written by guest Contributor: RosaLee Hagstrom, Associate Director of CurriculumAs homeschool educators, we shape not only young minds but also kind, caring hearts. The holiday season is a wonderful time to emphasize the importance of giving back to our community....
Making the Most of December
Welcome back from fall break! As we enter this cozy, bustling month, the three-week countdown to winter break is on. For many homeschoolers, this can feel like a juggling act—staying focused on finishing the semester strong while...
Celebrating Passions: How Extracurriculars Enrich Education
Dear Cottonwood Families,One of the most rewarding aspects of homeschooling is the ability to nurture the whole child — not just academically, but personally, creatively, and socially. This week, as we open submissions for Cottonwood’s Got Talent, I’m reminded of the...
Lead with Relationship
Hello Cottonwood Families,My name is Deanna Dyer, and I’m the Associate Director of Instructional Teams and a former homeschooling mom of 3 teenagers, one of whom is a high school graduate, and one who is currently a senior in high school. I have found, in the 13...
Embracing World Cultures in Our Homeschool Journey
As we welcome November, there’s a feeling of anticipation and warmth that comes with exploring the many celebrations, traditions, and stories this time of year brings. It’s the perfect season to enrich your homeschool with world studies and cultural exploration. Our...