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Laurel Springs Celebrates 20 Years of Distance Learning | Laurel ...
This year, Laurel Springs School proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary as a distance learning school. Our school continues to honor its mission of providing mastery-based, relationship-based, flexible educational programs for students. In 1991, we were pioneers in developing quality educational home study options for students seeking alternatives to the traditional classroom setting. Today, the online education model has grown exponentially. Our years of dedication and our track record...
Date: 2011-05-20 01:38:10
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Educating My Children at Home | Laurel Springs
As the Founder and Executive Director of Laurel Springs School, I understand the many benefits our school provides for homeschooling families who want the support and expertise of an accredited, college prep school.
My own homeschooling experiences were instrumental during my journey to establish our school in 1991. When I spoke at the Chicago Homeschool Expo last year, it was so lovely to meet with many of the families in attendance. In talking with these dedicated parents, I...
Date: 2011-05-16 06:21:02
Related topics : families in support of home education / from homeschool to high school / high school home education
Permaculture Symposium | Laurel Springs
On Thursday, November 3rd at 9:00AM (Pacific Time), Laurel Springs School will host the second “Meetings with Remarkable Men & Women” symposium of the 2011-2012 school year. Our guest speaker, Warren Brush, is a certified permaculture designer. Learn how Warren helps children and families around the world grow food, harvest water, build shelters, turn waste into food and live in a way that harmonizes with nature.
With issues such as desertification and social unrest, many people are...
Date: 2011-10-12 14:29:30
Related topics : how to homeschool and work / home and community education / online home school high school
Laurel Springs Founder to Speak at Washington Homeschool ...
Laurel Springs Founder to Speak at Washington Homeschool Convention
Laurel Springs is proud to support the annual Washington Homeschool Convention on June 17 and 18 at the Fair & Events Center in Puyallup, WA (near Seattle).
Please join our school’s Founder and Executive Director, Marilyn Mosley Gordanier, who will speak on the topic “Understanding Your Child’s Learning Style: Unlocking Your Student’s Potential” on Friday, June 17 in Room 4 from 2:00-3:00PM. Ms. Gordanier...
Date: 2011-06-15 08:21:57
Related topics : from homeschool to high school / laurel springs homeschool / high school homeschooling online
Book club: “modern and compelling” | Laurel Springs
At Laurel Springs, “the book club consists of an extraordinary group of teenagers that come together and really have fun,” says student Deya Aliaga. The dynamic collection of students in this club not only participate in the collaborative thinking and critical analysis that are expected from a typical book club, but also engage in the democratic process and charitable efforts. Education Week recently profiled the benefits of virtual book clubs for teenagers, noting that students who...
Date: 2011-09-30 08:47:01
Related topics : homeschool high school and beyond / how to homeschool and work / laurel springs homeschool reviews
Laurel Springs Founder Leads Workshop at California Homeschool ...
Laurel Springs Founder Leads Workshop at California Homeschool Conference
Laurel Springs is excited to support our families at the Homeschool Association of California’s “Adventures in Homeschooling Conference” which will be held on August 4-7 in Sacramento. Our students effectively combine homeschooling with our accredited distance learning programs with excellent results.
Our school’s founder and executive director, Marilyn Mosley Gordanier, will be leading a workshop titled,...
Date: 2011-08-01 08:09:21
Related topics : laurel springs homeschool / how to homeschool your child / california homeschool
Paul Human: “I am able to emphathize in ... - Laurel Springs School
This passion extends to his deep involvement with our private online social network, as well as his personal interests in music, curriculum development, homeschooling, and growing his own food.
Paul was born in South Africa, and his childhood career as a competitive swimmer meant continuous international travel. His constant immersion in a variety of different cultures taught him that mutual understanding and collaborative learning are essential components of a thriving community, which...
Date: 2011-10-12 16:15:13
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Pet Partners: 6th grade student volunteers with her dog | Laurel ...
Many studies have shown that animals can help improve the physical and mental health of patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers. The Delta Society is a national non-profit organization that is dedicated to matching people with therapy, service and companion animals. Its Pet Partners program “trains and screens volunteers and their pets for visiting animal programs in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, schools and other facilities.” There are...
Date: 2011-12-09 12:26:07
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