craftyerin Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I hope so, since I'm going to do it anyway. :D I'm Erin, and I'm new. I am just starting my homeschool research in earnest. My husband and I have discussed homeschooling off and on since we were dating, but hadn't fully committed, until recently. My DH's job is moving us from Houston to New Orleans (next week!), a town with some of the worst schools in the country. And since I refuse to cough up private school tuition for kindergarten, this move makes homeschooling an easy choice. I have three kiddos. All three have birthdays next month--my oldest DS will be four, and my twins (boy/girl) will be three. With the three of them SO close in age, we plan to school them together as one "class". Pre-kids, I spent 7 years teaching either 3rd or 4th grade at a classical and christian school, so I'm very comfortable with the classical model and want much of that for my own kids' education. Personally, I also have strong Charlotte Mason bent. Putting that together, while working with the distinct personalities of my three munchkins is what has me reading about curriculum and thinking about the future. For now, we're reading lots of books and doing a lot of play-doh, and mommy's just enjoying her research on the side! I'm sure I'll be popping up with questions from time to time, but I'm mostly lurking and learning now. Just thought I should take the time to say hello. :seeya: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enlarsh Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome to homeschooling! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5LittleMonkeys Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Hello and welcome to the boards! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 So glad you are here. This board is a major part of my support system. We are very close to NO and also lived in Houston a few years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAS in LA Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome to the boards! Hope your move goes well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyerin Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 So glad you are here. This board is a major part of my support system. We are very close to NO and also lived in Houston a few years ago. How funny! Where are you? Our house will be in Kenner, but my husband will be working in New Orleans, downtown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tutor Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Hello and welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome. A classical ed background with strong Charlotte Mason leanings? You've come to the right spot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Inna* Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 How funny! Where are you? Our house will be in Kenner, but my husband will be working in New Orleans, downtown. We are in Alabama, but only about 1.5-2 hours from NO. The kiddos love to visit there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hen Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! I think you will fit right in here! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntchaos Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Hi Erin, I never was sure where to post an intro either. I don't think there is a place. Welcome to the wild world of homeschooling though :lol: This is the best place to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrappyhappymama Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome to the board! Sounds like you'll fit in just fine. This is a GREAT place to research! There is a wealth of experience on this board and you'll find many (too many?) great curriculum options discussed. Good luck with your move and your start in the homeschooling realm! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Hello, and welcome. The research part is fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamajudy Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! This is a great place. It's so refreshing to hear a future homeschooler say she's doing research! I don't know how many times I've had people come up to me 1 week before school starts in the fall and ask, "What curriculum do you use? We're thinking about homeschooling so and so this year.":glare: Anyway, happy homeschooling!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyerin Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome! This is a great place. It's so refreshing to hear a future homeschooler say she's doing research! I don't know how many times I've had people come up to me 1 week before school starts in the fall and ask, "What curriculum do you use? We're thinking about homeschooling so and so this year.":glare: oh my gosh! I cannot imagine! I am sort of a research intensive person. I have been known to obsess. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Welcome!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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