Jun 28, 2006

New provincial homeschool regulations

http://www.qp.gov.ab.ca/documents/Regs/2006_145.cfm?frm_isbn=0779748387

So the new home education regulations are done....after months of concern from many many homeschoolers it seems very little if anything was changed....or maybe I am missing something.....I am sure it will be discussed in the local group for a while so I will find out any differences.....but none of the changes look as though they will effect us as a family.
Below are a list of outcomes that are expected to be reached by young adults who have been home educated traditionally, unschooled.....or in other ways than through the Alberta Curriculum:
Learning Outcomes for StudentsReceiving Home Education Programs That Do Not Follow the Alberta Programs of Study
1 A basic education must provide students with a solid core program including language arts, mathematics, science and social studies.

2 Students are expected to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes that will prepare them for life after high school. A basic education will allow students to


(a) read for information, understanding and enjoyment,

(b) write and speak clearly, accurately and appropriately for the context,

(c) use mathematics to solve problems in business, science and daily life situations,

(d) understand the physical world, ecology and the diversity of life,

(e) understand the scientific method, the nature of science and technology and their application to daily life,

(f) know the history and geography of Canada and have a general understanding of world history and geography,

(g) understand Canada’s political, social and economic systems within a global context,

(h) respect the cultural diversity, the religious diversity and the common values of Canada,

(i) demonstrate desirable personal characteristics such as respect, responsibility, fairness, honesty, caring, loyalty and commitment to democratic ideals,

(j) recognize the importance of personal well‑being and appreciate how family and others contribute to that well‑being,

(k) know the basic requirements of an active, healthful lifestyle,

(l) understand and appreciate literature, the arts and the creative process,

(m) research an issue thoroughly and evaluate the credibility and reliability of information sources,

(n) demonstrate critical and creative thinking skills in problem solving and decision making,

(o) demonstrate competence in using information technologies,

(p) know how to work independently and as part of a team,

(q) manage time and other resources needed to complete a task,

(r) demonstrate initiative, leadership, flexibility and persistence,

(s) evaluate their own endeavours and continually strive to improve, and

(t) have the desire and realize the need for life‑long learning.
I don't see any problem with my children reaching these outcomes.......even through unschooling ;)

Howdy partner

My stetson wearing soccer monster :)
in the world cup shirt Grandma and Grandad sent
from England

First taste of a splashpark











Today was Sams very first visit to the splashpark with us and he had a blast! He loved being in the water and just kept parading round in the little streams and puddles and touching the sprays of water. Sam doesn't smile much when he's concentrating on a new experience but it was obvious he was loving it all - he hada determined look on his face the whole time!

Afternoon on the porch





When we got home today we checked on the animals, gave them all fresh water and then relaxed on the porch with the dogs.......the porch is quite shaded until mid evening when the sun is lower, so it was nice and cool.

Stepping through the day

My day started out not so good. I had a migraine beginning late last night so had to take an Imitrex.....my wonder drug that has given me back my life for the past 4 years....but the side effects are nasty and I'm not sure how it effected my sleep....I woke up very groggy and not very happy.......maybe it's a bit of pms too...because I was taking everything personally and feeling very low. I was in half a mind to cancel going out but I knew if I did that I'd regret it.

Anyway, my day improved immensely. We had fun at the splashpark - it was nice to see some familiar faces (the two J's and their families) and meet some new faces C, C and S!!! (Hi P if you are reading this *wave*)

Its funny, Laurie ran over and said he had met a new boy his age who is homeschooled (of course Laurie was thrilled about this!!) so the first thing I want to know is 'Whats his Moms name??!!' I was hoping it was someone I had heard of on the yahoo group - and it was!!! :) It's so great to put faces to names and meet new people following the same or similar path as us!

Sam adored the water - I'm so glad - Abigail wasn't keen last year or the year before but Sam is like me and loves to be in water!

We left the waterpark just after 3pm and headed home........was thrilled that my Homeschooling Horizons magazine arrived!!! And Lloyds This Old House mag arrived too! And a card from my parents.....I couldn't figure out what for until I opened it to see Mom had made us a 'Happy Canada Day' card!!! This last year has gone so fast - a whole year ago my Mum and Dad were here to celebrate with us.

Then I came home and checked Email and found that my ex had written to say he had paid all the maintenance he owes me into my account!!!! three months worth yay :) and he's also mailed the letter giving permission for the kids to leave the country for a holiday!!!

So all in all my day got better and better :)

It shows that when things look bad you just need to keep putting one foot in front of the other........or in the words of Dory........'Just keep swimming, just keep swimming........'

Lloyd

I love you ;)

nothin' changes

So the small-mindeds at www. linking*itches .com are at it again!! This time the target of their eloquent writings are the Pronger family, blended families and homeschoolers.

It must be nice to be perfect.

Sigh!!

;)

Thank you Boot for being the ONLY person to talk sense.

Anyhoo I'm late, I'm late.....for a very important date...........
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