Sep
30
2008
I decided it was time to delve into the educational views of our Presidential candidates and see what they believe. I went to each of their official websites and to say the least, it was very educational to me as a parent and homeschooler. I had been under the impression prior to this exercise that both of the candidates held similar beliefs for education. Boy was I wrong!
While both candidates cited the need for changes, only John McCain cited the right for a parent to homeschool their child. He also discussed funds for more virtual schooling options. Barack Obama only discussed more government regulation, especially for charter schools. Hmmm…sounds like someone is catering to the National Teachers Union who is less about education and teachers as it is about government regulation and lack of parental rights for choice in education.
I feel it is necessary for each person to form their own opinions, but I implore you to carefully consider each of the candidates view on education. I have provided the links to each of their official sites and their views on education. Check it out and let me know what you think.
John McCain’s Views on Education
Barack Obama’s Views on Education
Sep
05
2008
This July, I purchased The Schoolhouse Planner for use in my homeschool. I immediately fell in love with my purchase and couldn’t believe what a great deal I had gotten. The planner sells for $39, but it is worth so much more! I can’t believe how much is packed into this e-book and its 247 pages!!
The planner is packed full of forms for use in your homeschool. These forms will help to keep you organized and save you a lot of time from making your own. There are lesson ideas for each month and every month there is an article from one of the most recognized homeschooling authors that is informative and inspiring. If that isn’t enough, there are also recipes scattered throughout the e-book to give you some great dinner options. And to top it all off, there are lots of great forms to use for your household.
So how do you get one of these great planners for FREE? Simply visit Homeschooling Through the Trenches and follow the directions in the blog post. This is a great giveaway with a value of $39. You are offered 3 different ways to enter the contest and you can do all three, so your chances are even better. The contest ends on September 12, 2008. Good luck and I hope you win! You will absolutely LOVE this e-book!
