Summer
From Desiree Salcido, Support Specialist
Summer is in full swing, and I hope you're finding moments to soak it in.
One of my favorite things about this season is spending time outdoors. There’s something truly refreshing about getting outside—whether it’s enjoying a quiet morning walk, reading under the shade of a tree, or simply soaking up the sun. I often find that fresh air and a change of scenery help clear my mind and spark new ideas. Those peaceful moments—especially early in the day—are something I look forward to each year and always leave me feeling recharged and inspired.
Summer tends to fill up quickly with plans, travel, and activities. But amid the busyness, it’s important to take time for yourself. Refueling looks different for everyone—maybe it’s picking up a new hobby, diving into a good book, or going on a solo adventure. Whatever helps you reset and feel renewed, I hope you find time to do it before the new school year begins.
We’d love to hear how you're spending your summer! What moments have brought you joy? Share them over in the Hive.
Notes:
- Giveaway: Coffee with Amber or Min? Yes, please! Are you joining us next week at Guiding With Grace? We have a special treat for two lucky Alveary members—coffee with CMI Board Members and conference hosts Amber O’Neal Johnson or Min Hwang! Enter here!
- Office Hours: Here is a link to the video recording of this week’s Office Hours on “Getting Ready for the School Year”.
- Reading Lessons: Reading Lessons for Level 3 are being updated and released, starting with Term 1. However, here is a link to the 2024-25 Language Study course, and here is a link to the 2024-25 Level 3 Reading Lessons for anyone who would like to continue using them. The new version of the Reading Lessons can be accessed in your Dashboard!
- Summer Reading List: Join us for some intentional reading this summer. This summer reading list is a curated list of titles from our high school book list to encourage you as an educator and lifelong learner! Enjoy!
- Conference Virtual Ticket: Unable to join us at the Guiding with Grace Conference next week? Grab a virtual ticket to enjoy 4 keynotes & 8 breakouts from the conference, live Q&A, and more!
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Mason Quote:
“Our real concern is that children should have a good and regular supply of mind-stuff to think upon; that they should have large converse with books as well as with things; that they should become intimate with great men through the books and works of art they have left us, the best part of themselves. Thought breeds thought; children familiar with great thoughts take as naturally to thinking for themselves as the well-nourished body takes to growing; and we must bear in mind that growth, physical, intellectual, moral, spiritual, is the sole end of education” (The Story of Charlotte Mason, p. 231).
