The Old Schoolhouse Magazine

. . . A local Christian school administrator . . . . shared with us about the school’s
new mission and their desire to serve the homeschooling community.

Homeschooler Presentation
In the spring, we invited a home-
schooling student to make a presen-
tation titled “Boxes for Bracelets.” She
explained about the nonprofit group,
Apparent Project, which is teaching
the Haitian people a trade; the money
raised allows them to feed and sup-
port their families, thus keeping their
children out of the orphanages. Using
recycled cereal and cracker boxes,
beautiful jewelry and other items are
being made. Feeling personally at-
tached to the Haitian orphans due to
the 2010 earthquake, as well as hav-
ing an aunt who is adopting from this
country, this young lady was collecting
cereal boxes for this cause.

to a group of ladies and share her tender heart toward the unfortunate brought tears to my eyes. She was such an inspiration to all of us and definitely spurred us all on to continue homeschooling!

Christian School Serves Homeschoolers

At the very last meeting of the year, we invited a local Christian school administrator, who had been a homeschooling mom for many years, to come to our meeting. She shared with us about the school’s new mission and their desire to serve the homeschooling community. Many of us identified courses that would particularly benefit homeschoolers, such as drama, Christian dance, music, and extracurricular sports. Just seeing these two educational communities come together, both desiring to see young people reach their highest potential for the Lord, was inspiring.

In conclusion, this network of lo-
cal moms has provided a great way to
fellowship with other homeschooling
moms, making this journey one of both
joy and encouragement. If you are not
currently involved in a homeschooling
support group, please consider starting
one in your area. Romans 12: 5 says, “In
the same way, even though we are many
individuals, Christ makes us one body
and individuals who are connected to
each other.” 2 Just imagine . . . an earthly
connection that has eternal value—what
could be better than that!

Jennifer L. Padgett, M. Ed. has been a secondary educator in the fields of writing and literacy for eighteen years. When not homeschooling or teaching a night class, Jennifer is pursuing her two passions: adoption advocacy and freelance writing. One may read more about her family’s adventures at thewriteheart .com or find her at www.facebook.com/ Jenniferpadgettwriteheart.