One Among Many

The HS conference was GREAT. I was amazed to see so many like minded families attending. I would have to say there were hundreds of families. And the main thing that I noticed that although they were all doing the HS thing EVERYONE did it differently. That's actually heartening to know that there isn't one way to HS. Everyone does what is best for them.
Its was really reassuring to see so many people that have come to the smae conclusion as we have about their child's education. At the conference I was made aware of a new much smaller Catholic co-op starting up in my area that sounds just like my speed. some of the co-op members invited me to come for a visit so I'll definitely be doing that. It's nice to have options!

More resources!

Ok...so that title might be getting a bit overused BUT..being a newbie on the homeschool scene I am only just becoming aware the what an extensive support network is out there for homeschoolers.
Last week I discovered a new homeschool bookstore we have here in town. It's run by a Mom who homeschools her own children on the premises. She has been a fountain of information for me but the biggest plus is having somewhere to go where I can sit and page through all the text books.
My local co-op also have their annual homeschool conference this weekend. They have a host of wonderful guest speakers, workshops and informational events planned. There will also be a vendor hall and a used book sale....so I'm really looking forward to going and being able to glean some wisdom from more experienced homeschoolers.