Next Fall's Freshman Curriculum is In the House!

Thanks to Alpha Omega Publications 20% off sale in April, we got motivated to order the last pieces of the curriculum puzzle needed for Ryan to officially start high school (or, rather, High School) this fall.






Here's the expected starting lineup:

• Language Arts:  Alpha Omega Lifepac
• History and Geography:  Alpha Omega Lifepac
• Science:  Apologia Biology
• Math:  Algebra, Math-U-See (already in process, so we will move up to Geometry during the year)
• Latin:  Getting Started with Latin - Armfield Academic Press - www.armfieldacademicpress.com
• Literature as assigned
• Physical Education:  Weekly martial arts lessons through the Gospel Martial Arts Union
• Bible and Christian Instruction:  College Park Church Youth Group (with parents assuming responsibility and accountability, of course)

Getting Started with Latin

One observation from the above list is that we've found ourselves taking an eclectic approach.  We use Alpha Omega, Sonlight, Math-U-See, and Apologia, among other sources.  We also rely on our church, even our Youth Group (someday I will write an essay in defense of church Youth Groups).  Our eclectic plan comes from eight years of trial and error, finding what works and what doesn't work.  We are still trying and erroring.  What works for one does not for another.  What works for one today may not work tomorrow.

It is a fun accomplishment to finish a school year.  We are looking forward to celebrating the end of 8th grade for Ryan, 6th for Grace, and 4th for Trevor.  Summer will come and go quickly, and even if we plan on a lot of fun, and some summer school.  The next school year will come before we know it.  We're getting ready now.  Are you getting ready?  What are your plans?