Welcome to Miss Kathleen's Homeroom, where we can meet on a regular basis to build a supportive social community of peers. We will socialize, set and work toward goals, share quick and low-stress lessons about relaxed topics, and practice encouraging and giving positive feedback to one another. 

Class Goals:
--Create a supportive peer community online. Supportive peers are important for all kids, and can be especially valuable during difficult and uncertain times. 
--Create a structured, reliable community that can meet regularly, no matter what conditions may happen in our communities. During the ongoing pandemic, and in light of the fires, flooding, and other challenges we face, it can be difficult to enjoy a predictable and regularly scheduled activity time--even though we know how important this is for our kids. 
--Provide social opportunities for kids. 
--Provide fun, laughter, and joy for our learners. 
--Promote positive interactions among peers, with a specific emphasis on developing kindness and the ability to encourage one another. 
--Provide an opportunity for learners to create and meet personal goals with regard to schooling or interests and hobbies. Allow for them to share progress updates in a positive setting. 

This class is open to homeschoolers, virtual learners, public schoolers, cyber schoolers, and anyone in between. Right now, kids need a recreational, lightly educational, social, supportive meeting place. I am so glad to offer this to your child! 

Typical Lesson Plan:
--Silly ice breaker/game (Example: Going to the Moon Game) 
--Share Highs and Lows, Weather Checks, and ask a Crazy Question to see who goes next 
--Update our personal goals weekly 
--Play some games, meet in blanket forts, make a snack, chat, show and tell, etc. 

The format will be flexible but structured, allowing for tailoring to the needs and ideas of the group. 

I am so excited to see you in homeroom! 

Miss Kathleen :) 

"The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be lighted." --Plutarch