Arts and Learning

Arts and Learning

When you bring out the paint brushes or pull the bench up to the piano, you’re doing more than allowing your child to be creative or teaching them a musical skill.  You are increasing their capacity to learn! According to a federal report by the Arts Education...

Online Learning Helps Young Actor Balance Work and School

There are many reasons why families choose online learning, but few share the same reason as Braxton Beckham.  Last year, Braxton (then age 12) was a virtual student because he was also pursuing a career. What career, you might ask?  Acting! Braxton will be on the big...
Lockdowns, Tornadoes, and Homeschool

Lockdowns, Tornadoes, and Homeschool

There are many reasons parents choose to homeschool their children.  Some parents seek stronger academics while others look to escape common core curriculum.  Many parents tout the benefit of time together as a family and opportunity to influence their children...

Homeschoolers Hit the Big Screen

Homeschoolers have been noted for many things.  They are spelling bee champions and well sought after college recruits.  While there have always been actors with a homeschooling background (for example, Elijah Wood and Raven Symone), homeschoolers are penetrating the...

What is a homeschool mom? Here is what we came up with:

Handles it all one day at a time (some days better than others!) Opens the door and sends her kids out to play! Manages laundry, spelling, dinner, algebra . . . Encourages her kiddos to always do their best. Science experiments?  She says, “Bring ‘em on!” Coach par...