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We are using Classical Conversations this year (and already enjoying it) and I'd love to meet other users online. Does anyone know if there is a Yahoo group or message board somewhere just for CC users?
Thanks!
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I'm in the midlands as well! Prosperity to be exact. About 25 mins or less from Columbia SC. HEY TO ALL!:)
Hey there! I am in Saluda, on the Newberry side. Prosperity is only about 25 minutes from me.
The midlands is the area between the "Upstate" and "Lowcountry." Probably anything south of Laurens but north of Orangeburg fits in that category.
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Thanks, Brigitte, for the referral!
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My reasons for not chosing CC:
1. We've already done some of the curriculums (SOTW, bluestocking Economics, Drawing With Children are a few I noticed).
2. Some curriculums we wouldn't choose (Saxon-We like A Beka and Foerster, FLVS and other units/kits for Science etc., using Classical Writing.)
3. I just can't see paying $$$ and spending that much time for something I can teach at home. I suspect the meetings are similar to coops I've been at-too many kids and too little control. It takes more time to teach in that environment and IMO it just isn't efficient.
4. It is my understanding that the children get 'homework' on the non CC days. One of the major problems I had with regular school was the helpless and disjointed feeling of not knowing exactly what was covered in the class and yet having to help with homework. I don't want to teach homework for another teacher.
I'm sure CC works for some and if that is the case then I think that is great. The idea is to do what works. :)
The CC I am joining limits each class to 8 students, so it won't be "too many kids and too little control." I just wanted to throw that out for others thinking about CC.
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After trying several different programs over the years, I used LLATL last year with much success. It was light enough that my 4th grader didn't fight too much, but he still learned and progressed at a faster rate than if I had used something more challenging and had a non-compliant student.
I am using LLATL 5th grade and Daily Grams for him this year. He will get some Latin and more grammar at Classical Conversations.
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In the midlands.
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Hi there! My name is Amanda and I am a homeschool vet of 5 yrs. I have been using Sonlight for several years, but this year decided to do Classical Conversations. (Still love SL, and will be reading some leftover read alouds from Core 3 during the year).
I am very excited and would love to hear tips and suggestions for making the transition as smooth as possible.
Classical conversations???
in K-8 Curriculum Board
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I wonder if there is more than one group for the Columbia area. I joined the Ballentine group (north of Irmo) and my kids and I are really enjoying it. I know they are just memorizing, but I understand that eventually all that will pay off and when understanding comes, it will be cemented in their little brains.
One reason I joined CC this year is because I needed the accountability. I am strongly motivated to work on the memory work each week and to get all our school work done so my kids aren't behind when sitting in the classroom next to other kids.
I went into CC knowing that the teachers weren't going to teach my kids everything they need to know, rather they would plant little seeds and it's my responsibility to water those seeds each day.
Just thought I'd share my thoughts for others considering Classical Conversations.