Comments on: Summer school isn’t so bad

By: Kathryn Lang

Kathryn Lang — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:45:42 +0000

I'm glad we aren't the only ones that take December off - and we have been known to take off September during the peak of hurricane season to do nothing but weather (I'm a hurricane buff). This is the first year that we have TRULY schooled year round but we are using ACE for the first time and I misjudged the number of pages that needed be completed. It's working out fine though and the kids are usually done early enough in the morning to be able to do something fun the rest of the day (yesterday they played in the creek all afternoon). Thanks for the reminder! Kathryn Lang’s last blog post..The Key to Choosing the Right Path

By: Heidi

Heidi — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:39:39 +0000

We homeschool year round as well! My children do better with a daily morning school routine, with later afternoons off. My middle schooler is taking HS electives this summer (my eldest is in college) and my youngest finished BJU 1st grade in April and began 2nd the next Monday (and was proud as he could be!)

We use Alpha Omega for our older ones, because their computerized calendar makes schooling year round so much easier! When taking an unplanned day off to go visit Grandma or a museum, simply mark that day off on the calendar and it reschedules the remaining workload around it! Love it!

By: Angela

Angela — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:51:34 +0000

We have toyed with the idea of year-round schooling but then decided we do kind of fit the mold. Instead of hard core subjects during the summer months we catch up on reading,biblical studies, projects and things that don’t seem ’schoolish’.

I love the vision of lounging on an uncrowded beach in September. Wish I could join you!

By: CoCo

CoCo — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:27:44 +0000

Since I’m just about to START my homeschooling journey I enjoy reading articles/posts about these sort of things. It’s kind of nice to be able to learn from the experience of others before I even get started. Your articles are always interesting to read too.

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By: Jimmie

Jimmie — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 06:49:29 +0000

I totally agree. We HS to a very odd schedule. And it’s very flexible as opportunities for fun arise. Why not HS during the muggy, hot summer? I think it’s the perfect time to stay inside and read books and do hands-on projects. Save fall and spring for the outdoor fun and travel!

By: Bev

Bev — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 21:45:31 +0000

I am so glad someone has said it out loud. I have felt behind all year this year but its because I am comparing myself to others. We took a big chunk of time off during the winter months because my oldest was having some anxiety/behavior issues which I think are resolved for now. We will be doing some school througout the summer. I am really bad about comparing, I look at my 7 year old who struggles with reading and I am fearful someone will judge me because of it but then my oldest eats up knowledge in books and could give a speech on how to raise and train parakeets, or what the diff types of sharks there are. I know it will come together and someday I wll look back and say “why did I worry so much”.
Thank you once again for voicing my thoughts. Bev

By: Lesley

Lesley — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:21:59 +0000

I agree whole heartedly!! ) We have had all kinds of schedules through our 14 years of homeschooling. This year we will be doing some school with some of the kids. As a matter of fact I just got my sons math and we have already started!! ) My daughter will soon be getting her Algebra 2 and she really wants to get a jump on it. I also have already ordered our history and we may start that too.:o)
One size does not fit all, and many times sizes change within the same family. ;o)

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By: Misty (elvisgirl)

Misty (elvisgirl) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:51:51 +0000

I'll give you a Hurrah! and an Amen! I know how you feel. We homeschool year round, too. I have gotten the looks, and thought the what ifs, but we all really do love having school year round. I had planned to do August 1 to July 31, but then read a little spot in our state law that said a school year was defined as July 1 to June 30...so even if I'm over interpreting, I figured I go with that...I don't want any trouble. Enjoyed this article. Thanks for the encouragment! You make me smile. Misty (elvisgirl)’s last blog post..Spring Break

By: Lisa V.

Lisa V. — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 04:42:16 +0000

I enjoy reading your posts. I agree that pride and comparison inevitably lead to discouragement. We tend to follow a traditional school year, though we're trying to do a subject a day in the summertime. The kids are reading books they like and applying what they've learned this past year. Lisa V.’s last blog post..Tackle It Tuesday - Birthday Party