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Oct 11, 2021

Brand-New Benefits for 2022! Here’s What You Need to Know

Since 1997, Classical Conversations® has been guiding and supporting homeschooling parents through practical equipping, a Christ-centered curriculum rooted in the classical model, and—at the heart of a Classical Conversations membership—local, in-person communities of like-minded families all walking this homeschooling journey together. Next year, we’ll continue to support you, Directors, Tutors,...

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Oct 07, 2021

A Parent’s Homeschool Journey

“All the same, I should like it all plain and clear,” said obstinately, putting on his business manner (usually reserved for people who tried to borrow money off him), and doing his best to appear wise and prudent and professional and live up to Gandalf’s recommendation. “Also I...

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Oct 04, 2021

Can You Homeschool Your Child With Special Needs? (Updated for 2022)

“If you are willing, I will be there.” Thus, the gracious, tender voice of the Holy Spirit came. It was May 2013, and I was at a homeschool convention. I went for one reason: to research math curricula. However, twenty-four hours later, I found myself on the threshold of...

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Dec 19, 2020

Things to Do with Your Student in Foundations

As my daughter approaches the transition from Foundations/Essentials to Challenge A, I often find myself reflecting on the time we spent together throughout her younger years. Like every parent, I smile remembering the things we did well, but also have a few things I know we could have done...

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Oct 03, 2020

How to Homeschool a High-School Student

Teaching kindergarten? Fine. Teaching elementary and middle school? Not easy, but doable. But teaching high school? Let’s be real. You probably think you’ve basically forgotten everything from your own high school years, right? How could you ever teach this level to your own children? If these questions are swirling...

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Sep 21, 2020

How Classical Conversations Prepares Students for Bigger Challenges

If you have been familiar with Classical Conversations for even a short while, you’ve likely heard a phrase something along the lines of “equipping students with the tools to learn.” Throughout their education, CC students develop perhaps the most valuable skill anyone can learn—that of learning how to learn....

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Aug 28, 2020

Is Your Child at the Right Grade Level?

What homeschooling parent hasn’t second-guessed their child’s academic placement? Without a standardized system, it can be overwhelming to decide whether to hold your child back a year or promote him or her to the next grade level. This homeschooling mom provides some encouragement for parents who find themselves in...

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Jul 16, 2020

What do I need to add to the Foundations program? (Part 2)

If you’re currently having your child work through the Foundations Program (Classical Conversations’ curriculum for elementary-aged children, ages 4-12), you might be worried that he or she is not receiving the best preparation for high school and beyond. That’s natural. Everyone wants what is best for their children, including...

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Is Classical Conversations Enough for Your Child’s Education?

According to this homeschool mom, just about. Of course, there are some things that Classical Conversations can’t offer, like a P.E. credit for instance. But overall, the curriculum is certainly comprehensive enough for your child to gain an excellent classical education from a Christ-centered worldview. In this short interview,...

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Jul 15, 2020

14 Reasons to Choose Classical Conversations

There is a lot of uncertainty across the country right now regarding what this next school year will look like, and over these last few months we have fielded a record number of inquiries about why parents should choose Classical Conversations and best homeschooling practices in general. Parents across...

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Jul 09, 2020

How to Customize Your Homeschool Education

Have you ever felt overwhelmed at the idea of checking off every box on your homeschool to-do list? There is hope! As a home educator, you are the teacher, and with that comes the freedom of tailoring your student’s education to be exactly what fits them and your family...

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Jul 06, 2020

How to Customize the Essentials Program

 Tailoring Classical Conversations Essentials  Quick Tips:  Try working through charts verbally, in a conversational manner. Incorporate physical playtime into the review process. Ask your student questions about the connections between the charts. Have your student experiment by giving verbal examples of the grammar concepts that they cover. Engage in wordplay with your student by joining...

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