Saturday, September 19, 2009

Fall and Home Schooling in Whatcom County

Its fall here. Not technically - for a day or two, but it has arrived. The weather is feeling cooler, the trees are turning, the rains have returned.

Home schoolers have filed their intent forms with the local districts. But now what? If you are new to home schooling there is a lot of trial and error to contend with. Finding your best way to provide a quality education for your children is a journey in itself.

There are now three different Home Schooling Groups available through Yahoo Groups:

Bellingham Radical Unschoolers - Specifically for unschoolers, this group is very open minded and a great support place for the natural learner.

Bellingham Home School Community - This is an open group for anyone who is a home schooler, no matter your method. If you are an Alternative Learner, use a PPP, Unschool, WTM, it is no matter, you are welcome here. New members are encouraged to join.

Whatcom Home School Association - This is a Christian centered group, where you pay a fee. They are adamantly opposed to PPP participation. They have a very solid foundation. They hold monthly meetings, field trips and other activities.

There are great home schoolers in Whatcom County. Don't hesitate to join one or more of these groups and start meeting others.