One of the most beautiful aspects of homeschool parents (which includes the hybrid homeschooler!) is their willingness to learn alongside their children. Any type of schooling can be done poorly. When homeschooling is at its best, the whole family is engaged in pursuing the truth—like St. Albert the Great says, “in the company of friends.”
Stories of the saints, knights, talking beavers, pioneers, orphan girls, runaway slaves, monster slayers, toads that drive fast cars, all work together for the greater glory of God—chiefly by showing that the truth is more than what meets the eye.
High School students Sarah Lanicek and Tim Haunsperger wrote this reflection after meeting with Alan Graham, founder of Community First! Village and Mobile Loaves and Fishes. The interview was part of the Catholic Entrepreneurship and Design Experience from The Catholic University of America, a program that helps students apply principled entrepreneurship to their callings in the Image of God.
The veneration of St. Barbara has a strong cultural history, although it is now considered doubtful whether she was a historical person. She seems to be based more in legends than in fact. Nevertheless, the December 4 commemoration marked a day of feasting in times past and continues to be observed in some parts of the world today.
In-person/pod learning for 7th & 8th Grade is open at Regina Mater for a fully Catholic, joyful curriculum. We have a limited number of spots for our 7th-8th Grade “Pod”. Whether you are new to homeschooling, looking for community, or both, we can help make the 2020-2021 school year a success! We support every kind of student including Gifted/2e learners.
Student ambassadors of Regina Mater “hosted” a unique special guest day this year. Instead of hosting a physical day of food, tours and appreciation at the school, students wrote a script, produced and videotaped a special message about our concern for our special guests and what makes Regina Mater special whether we are near or far.
Be our guest and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and view this sweet, honest depiction of the meaning of education and Regina Mater during this unique time.
What are you thankful for as you reflect on the past and what gifts you see during this challenging time?
