BEFORE CURRICULUM: USING CHARLOTTE MASON’S EDUCATIONAL TOOLS IN YOUR HOME

Bring the Charlotte Mason philosophy into practical application no matter your circumstances. In her philosophy, Charlotte Mason gives three tools for educating our children: atmosphere, discipline, and life. These tools give us the ‘how-to’ of the Charlotte Mason way, whether you have toddlers or high schoolers. In this workshop, deepen your understanding of these tools and develop a vision for how to use them in your home now. This session will be especially helpful to those who want to apply the Charlotte Mason philosophy outside of traditional, formal lessons, including those in the early years, families who are deschooling, or even those on summer vacation.

2019 CONFERENCE

WWCD? A CHARLOTTE MASON EDUCATION IN THE 21ST CENTURY

Join Ana Willis as she dives into the wisdom of Miss Charlotte Mason, a 19th-century British educator who not only revolutionized education on her days but who is still influencing our homeschools today.

Ana will give you an overview of a Charlotte Mason’s philosophy of education and help you find out why Miss Mason’s approach is still so relevant and much needed in this 21st century’s fast pace and multitasking society.

From habit training to Shakespeare, narration to nature studies, come discover and be inspired by a feast of ideas to implement in your homeschool.

2019 CONFERENCE

THE PERFECT CHARLOTTE MASON EDUCATION

When people first hear about the Charlotte Mason method, many decide they want to try it out. They start small, with a few elements such as nature study and narration. Over time they begin to see results in their family, and they want more. For some, this becomes a quest for the perfect Charlotte Mason education. But prudence would ask, is more always better? Is there even a way to do it all? Or is the perfect Charlotte Mason education something other than checking all the boxes? If so, what is it? Come with an open mind to consider what is the very best that Charlotte Mason has for your family.

2021 CONFERENCE

SELF-EDUCATION: THE PINNACLE IDEAL OF THE CHARLOTTE MASON WAY WORKSHOP

Charlotte Mason stated that “Self-education is the only possible education; the rest is mere veneer laid on the surface of a child’s nature.” With this statement as the pinnacle ideal of everything that is taught in this method of education, a homeschool mother must secure in her mind what contributes to self-education. Dollie Freeman has devoted her homeschool journey to unlock the mysteries of self-educating inside Charlotte Mason’s original writings to discover the four roles of a teacher that naturally leads to self-education. Inside this workshop, Dollie will unfold these core elements that outline the true part a teacher has in her children’s education. You may be surprised just how easy these roles truly are for a mother.

2019 CONFERENCE

CHARLOTTE MASON IN THE EARLY YEARS

A mother’s authentic journey living out the Charlotte Mason lifestyle. What’s important in the early years and how to thrive! Smooth and easy days is our goal: The steps to creating that critical foundation and loving the journey.

2019 CONFERENCE

CULTIVATING A HOME CULTURE—EDUCATION IS AN ATMOSPHERE

Did you know that Charlotte Mason shared ideas about home decorating, choosing art, and even making clothing purchases? Lots of little things go into creating a healthy atmosphere where our children can thrive and grow—whether you are homeschooling or not. Let’s take a look around and appreciate what we have first of all, and then find some ideas to inspire us for the upcoming school year.

2021 CONFERENCE

CONSISTENCY IN HABIT TRAINING

Habit training, an essential aspect of Charlotte Mason’s philosophy, is easier said than done. We can read and learn about habit training, bursting out of the gates at full speed, but without consistency, our efforts will fall flat. In this workshop, we’ll discuss habit training with consistency. Learn the Biblical first step in habit training that is often overlooked, how to set up your environment for success, and how our personalities might effect our consistency. You can find Leah at www.Mylittlerobins.com, and on her new podcast, at ThinkingLove.education

2019 CONFERENCE

A SHORT SYNOPSIS OF CM’S PHILOSOPHY

(A.K.A THE 20 PRINCIPLES)

In the preface of Charlotte Mason’s books on education, you will find a Short Synopsis” of her philosophy. When speaking of the first point therein, Charlotte Mason said, “‘Children are born persons,’ is the first article of the educational credo in question.” (6/29) A credo or creed is a statement of the beliefs or aims which guide someone’s actions. Many religious traditions have creeds — a statement of their religious beliefs. Knowing the goal or the big picture helps us understand how to live rightly and make the small decisions that carry us through life. Charlotte Mason’s short synopsis is our educational creed, one that clarifies our beliefs and aims and guides our actions. 

Join Nicole to take a closer look at Charlotte Mason’s short synopsis. At the very least, you will learn whether a CM education is right for you and if so, you will understand what it means to adopt her educational credo for your own family.

2021 CONFERENCE

CHARLOTTE MASON YOUR WAY

Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Need a plan to find the peace and joy your family deserves in your homeschool? Let Rachel show you how to Charlotte Mason Your Way. Learn how to create a simple, customized plan that will make your homeschool more joyful and more effective. How? Rachel unabashedly reminds parents that Charlotte’s philosophy is a method, not a system and that it should be adapted to uniquely fit your family.

During Rachel’s workshop, she will walk you through the three easy steps in her Charlotte Mason Your Way approach so that you can find the peace and joy that is a Charlotte Mason education.

2021 CONFERENCE

HOW TO DO ALL-THE-THINGS THE CHARLOTTE MASON WAY

Doing all-the-things isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, but it’s something we moms try to do anyway. We take care of the kids, the laundry, the dishes, the bills. We aim to please our families, and stay in good standing with the boss. We want to work hard for our clients, and serve well in all our ministries.

It’s no different when it comes to homeschooling. Especially if you have a type-A personality like I do. More tasks to complete, more boxes to check. Then you throw in what Mason called the Feast of Subjects, and you’re in real trouble.

In this workshop we’ll discuss why doing everything is just not an option and how we can do less without cheating ourselves and our children.  

2021 CONFERENCE

MORNING TIME 101

Is morning time really all that everyone says? Can it really simplify my homeschool? How does it work with so many ages together? Where do I even start? – Right here! Join us as Lara walks you through the myriad of subjects that you can successfully cover with morning time to make your home and homeschool more delightful. Morning Time is the easiest way to add all the richest of a Charlotte Mason education in your daily homeschool routine.

2019 CONFERENCE