Planning for the Upcoming Year
From the Alveary Team:
“Miss Mason was gifted in many ways, but in none, I think, more than in her power of inspiring others with ideas, and ideas fundamentally so sound that those who were able to work them out felt that they must originate in truth—so often ideas are inspiring for a time, but having little actuality, little relation with facts—they do not live to bear fruit. We can all say of Miss Mason’s work for children and true education, that it dealt with those primary conceptions of the intense value of every human soul that nothing of God’s gifts given direct by God Himself or through the instrument of his creatures could be too good for it.” — Frances Chesterton, Parents’ Review Vol. 11, pg. 238
As you begin planning for the upcoming school year, take a moment to reflect: Are your goals rooted in what truly matters? Are they grounded in the real, lasting value of each person in your home—including you?
It’s tempting to chase perfect plans, fresh supplies, and polished schedules. But lasting fruit comes from goals that honor the personhood of each family member, that leave room for connection, rest, and joy.
Charlotte Mason reminds us that education is not about checking boxes—it’s about tending souls. A good plan doesn’t have to be elaborate; it simply needs to be thoughtful and purposeful.
So pause and consider: What kind of year do you hope to cultivate? What would make this season meaningful, not just productive?
We’d love to hear from you—share a goal or hope for the upcoming school year over in the Hive, and let’s support and uplift one another in the journey ahead. Be sure to utilize the Reflective Practice Plan book in your Dashboard as you are planning out your year!
Notes:
- NEW! Courses & Certifications: Looking for some structured time studying Charlotte Mason’s ideas and methods? Registration for our summer courses is now open, and, after getting your feedback, we’ve redesigned our certification programs as well!
- Homeschool Conference: Alveary will be at Teach Them Diligently next week! If you're attending, be sure to stop by booth 718; we'd love to meet you!
- YouTube: Thinking about starting a co-op in your community? Looking for inspiration on what a co-op could look like? Watch this 'Day in the Life' video to see one in action!
- Foundations: Want to dive deeper into the Charlotte Mason philosophy? If you haven’t checked out our Foundations courses, this is a great time to start!
- Exam Video: Getting ready for exams soon? Check out this video by Kerri Forney titled Exams: Looking for Growth.
- Conference: Session descriptions for the conference are now up! Browse all the workshops and fireside chats and stories we’ll get to enjoy at Guiding with Grace, and make plans to join us today!
- Open House: Know a friend interested in Alveary? Send them this link to sign up for our online Open House.
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Trivia Question: When was the House of Education established?
Leave your guesses in the Hive, and stay tuned for the answer in next week’s Alveary Weekly!
