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Monthly Archives: February 2014
Feb. 14, 2014
What Does a Love of Learning Look Like?
My bloggy friend Mrs. C posted a link to a photograph of a girl crying over homework. It's heartwrenching. It's gaining notice. It's tagged #commoncore. Seeing the picture, one thought slipped in the backdoor of my mind and tapped me … Continue reading
Tagged life-long learning, love
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Feb. 13, 2014
2014 Sonlight Scholarship Winners
Sonlight students exemplify academic excellence, creativity & servanthood Congratulations to our 2014 Sonlight scholarship winners! Like so many Sonlight students, they have a heart for learning, exhibit exceptional character, are active in their communities, demonstrate leadership skills, are creative, cultivate … Continue reading
Tagged scholarships
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Feb. 12, 2014
What Determines Success?
Gifts are hard for me. I can't think of anything I want. With so few cues or clues for my friends and family, it's not surprising I received two copies of Malcolm Gladwell's latest David and Goliath for Christmas. What … Continue reading
Feb. 11, 2014
Faith, Science, and Thinking Across Disciplines
As debates about faith and science continue, I'm reminded about the importance of learning to think across disciplines. Too often there is an academic tendency to isolate the disciplines. This is helpful to a certain extent, but not at the … Continue reading
Tagged creation, disciplines, education, evolution, faith, Homeschooling, origins, science, thinking
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Feb. 10, 2014
What Defines Success?
Imagine for a moment that your students have graduated homeschooling. What would make you feel like your homeschool was a success? Would you be a success if your student got a Ph.D, went to Harvard, or revolutionized a part of … Continue reading
Tagged education, goals, life, success
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Feb. 5, 2014
Luke's Thoughts on the Nye-Ham Debate
Is creation a viable model of origins in today's modern, scientific era? Based on what Bill Nye and Ken Ham both offered, the answer is a resounding YES! Why? Read on to find out. Luke's Overview of the Debate The … Continue reading
Feb. 3, 2014
Being a Mom is Hard Work and Worth it
I settle into my seat at the restaurant. Then I notice her. She's metaphorically juggling two little ones. Both regularly meltdown when they are not allowed to, say, spray the ketchup all over the table. I hear her say something … Continue reading
Tagged challenges, children, Encouragement, life
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