DIY Discovery Backpacks for each Schola Rosa Curriculum Cycle

by Alecia Rolling So, what are discovery backpacks? These are the latest fad in state and federal park and museum programs. Bringing to young students “hands-on” in a bag, these themed packs offer information resources and the tools to learn. Families who visit the park or museum can “rent,” usually for…

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Schola Rosa: A Tool for Catholic Homeschool Community & Solidarity

Why on earth did my husband and I begin Schola Rosa? In the very beginning, we created Schola Rosa for our own Catholic community, so our children and ourselves could foster and experience Catholic solidarity. We desired to share our talents and to have others share their talents with us.   As the…

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Fathers’ and Mothers’ Outings Ideas

Fathers’ and Mothers’ Outings Ideas As parents, we know how important it is to have quality time with families, as well as time away from our families.  Each month we will feature an outing idea for mothers and fathers. We encourage you to build friendships with your fellow co-op families…

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Homeschooling is for crazy people!

Homeschooling is for CRAZY people! Every year we willingly embark on the greatest adventure and most challenging endeavor a parent of multiple children can endure. Yet we love it! For each of us the journey began within our hearts. Although we might have come to the decision to homeschool our…

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