As each year draws to a close our Master’s Class meets together for a yearly tradition we call our Master’s Retreat. We have come to look forward to it with excitement and curiosity. Each year the theme is different. We’ve done everything from a Rope’s Course to hikes to talent shows to bonfires. This year … [Read more…]
We just had a wedding…a new family was created between my daughter and her sweet husband! It was a beautiful time as our family was all together to celebrate, and so we decided to have a family picture taken. Together we drove to the top of the mountains to find the perfect place. Everywhere … [Read more…]
Ever since our parents read childhood stories of Cinderella, every girl has dreamed of going to the ball. At Aspen Cooperative we provide this dazzling opportunity at the end of each school year! Even the adults take a spin, and sometimes the real prince is a father as he dances with his daughter! No one … [Read more…]
I’ve had a few moms ask if I could post more mind math videos. One mother told me that her nine year old doesn’t like to do math but he loves to watch our mind math and try to come up with the answer. It’s how he has learned what it means to “square” a … [Read more…]
I can give many reasons why I believe a cooperative is incredibly valuable for our home-schoolers, and graduation is at the top of the list! We just ended our year with Tessa’s graduation celebration. It’s a time for us to spotlight our kids who are leaving Aspen and will continue to share their light and … [Read more…]
As our children get older we seem to grow more concerned about our ability to “teach them” all that they need to know. A word of wisdom…we don’t have to! We provide opportunities and they take it from there. As much as we would like to think that we can cram information in … [Read more…]
When we’re out on a natural learning excursion, it’s apparent that every child learns in the way that is most interesting to them! God’s classroom provides a collage of activities that bring out wonder and awe. From lady bugs to lacy moss to, “Where is that water coming from?” Sometimes it looks like this… … [Read more…]
One of our concluding activities that shouldn’t be missed was the Puppy Barn! We’re getting close to the beginning of Summer and that means we’re wrapping up our time together as a study group. At least for now…. As a recap we got together to share our thoughts. Our conversation was genuine and we … [Read more…]
Each time we meet as a cooperative, we start out with a little tradition we like to call mind math! It has become one of our trademarks. If ever I forget to do it, the kids will undoubtedly remind me! Our long time students love it, but that is because they have had a lot … [Read more…]
Bremen wanted to teach a running class. He submitted a short syllabus of his class for review. Here is what it contained: 10-20 minutes of jogging 5-15 minutes of running game 1-3 laps 1-3 races Running game for rest of time (if time is left) Bremen is a born leader and took his role as … [Read more…]