5 Questions to Prepare for Parent Teacher Conferences

It’s been long enough. Families who use a traditional classroom or co-op format for schooling have been in school long enough to expect and receive feedback. For many, it’s nearing the time when progress reports and parent conferences will be scheduled. Some schools make this a regular, even required, part of the learning process. Others put the option out there, letting the parents take the lead on scheduling. There’s nothing quite like face-to-face conversation with the teacher to nurture partnership between parent and educator. When it comes to parent-teacher conferences, memorizing James 1:19 is preparation for a successful meeting: “Everyone …

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Back to School Supply List

Back to School Supply List: 21 Resources

‘Tis the season for supply lists. Unfortunately, the back to school supply list can really add up! More than one mom has approached her homeschool list or classroom list with excitement, only to walk away with a grown up case of test anxiety. As a teacher and a mom, I want to encourage you to keep a few things in mind, if your list has you stressed. Your kids don’t need to have the latest and greatest option out there (= most expensive) If the list is long, prioritize what’s needed most (= a key life “lesson” for all of …

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