Depending on where you live, the new school year has started, or it's about to start. Are you ready? It's okay if you aren't. To prepare for this upcoming school year, we want to remind you of a few truths:
- you can't do everything, and (spoiler alert) you shouldn't. Especially if you have older children.
- don't start with the curriculum, start with your goals. Better yet, start with your student's goals. (check out our student roadmap in the toolbox- it's free)
- don't underestimate the affect you have as the parent educator. You set the culture in your home. This culture is not based on curriculum, online courses, college choices, or co-ops. It is based on your core religious beliefs and convictions.
- you are not alone. Other likeminded individuals on similar journeys are everywhere. They may be busy hustling, but they are there.
- we are here to help your student directly. We answer your student's math questions and edit her papers so that you can focus on your family's culture and goals for 2020/2021 instead of trying to relearn algebra.
- don't wait until you are overwhelmed and in the trenches to setup a good support system. Do it now, when math seems easy and papers are only one paragraph long. When it gets harder your student will already be comfortable going to their tutor for help.
- take time to enjoy your children. Just because school has started doesn't' mean walks in the woods cease. Rather, the fall is the perfect time to enjoy the changing leaves and crisp autumn air.
I know that your school year is going to be wonderful. Not because you've picked the best math text or you've joined the best band group, but because you are preparing your children to be lifelong learners and setting the ultimate example of love. Remember, no one loves your children as much as you do, except God.