by Mary Ellen Barrett | A vacation is not where everywhere you eat has a napkin dispenser on the table and you often have to shout your order into a clown’s mouth.
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Mary Ellen Barrett June 22, 2015 14,306 Views
by Mary Ellen Barrett | A vacation is not where everywhere you eat has a napkin dispenser on the table and you often have to shout your order into a clown’s mouth.
Read More »Contributing Writers July 31, 2016 4,778 Views
Out of the many options for a family vacation this summer, why choose camping? Patricia Purcell shares why camping is her family’s favorite summer activity.
Read More »Mary Ellen Barrett March 8, 2016 5,376 Views
Mary Ellen Barrett doesn't like vacations. But the rest of the family does, so she looks for the silver lining - and surprises herself. Be inspired too!
Read More »Seton Home Study School March 1, 2016 10,187 Views
Combining our parent-teacher experiences with feedback from our families, here are 3 suggestions for homeschool vacations that are both educational and fun!
Read More »Contributing Writers June 6, 2015 6,621 Views
by Jessica Wilde | Going to Mass on vacation - what a great opportunity for us to engage with the community and learn about the locals while growing in our Catholic Faith.
Read More »Contributing Writers July 6, 2016 6,255 Views
It’s easy for moms to miss the joys of summer in the midst of busy lives. However, Jennifer Elia shares practical tips for making summer vacation a reality!
Read More »Dr. Mary Kay Clark July 9, 2018 3,977 Views
Are there advantages to homeschooling over the summer months? Dr. Clark advises on that and shares ideas on motivating active children to read and what a parent should consider before having a child skip a grade.
Read More »John Clark March 4, 2016 9,388 Views
John Clark shares childhood memories of boating and fishing with a military veteran for a Dad. He's convinced that vacations should be done as a family.
Read More »Contributing Writers July 8, 2021 1,672 Views
Three homeschooling veterans share their time tested tips on keeping their kids active, cool, and happy when the summer days get long, hot, and sticky.
Read More »Kevin Clark July 26, 2013 10,109 Views
Almost everyone knows about and has seen pictures of the Grand Canyon, but did you know that the Grand Canyon is just one of the many national and state parks ...
Read More »Contributing Writers May 31, 2016 8,112 Views
All moms know how stressful summer vacations can be without a routine. Debbie Gaudino shares five tips for formulating a fun and restful summer schedule.
Read More »Dr. Mary Kay Clark July 6, 2015 6,819 Views
by Dr. Mary Kay Clark | Education should not take a vacation during the summer. In the past, the public schools closed during the summer months...
Read More »Contributing Writers July 24, 2016 3,751 Views
Family trip more stressful than it’s worth? Anna Marie Jehorek shares how adding pilgrimage sights to your travel plans can transform the family vacation.
Read More »Kevin Clark August 9, 2013 13,452 Views
I recall once going to my aunt’s house to baby sit for her three daughters. While in the kitchen, I was amused to see that she had a picture of a swimsuit model on her refrigerator. Before pulling anything out of the refrigerator to eat, my aunt had to look at the picture. This was clearly meant to dissuade her from eating, in hopes of having a figure like the woman in the picture. While the idea was amusing to me, it made some sense. Although my aunt had a general intention to lose weight, the picture gave her direct motivation at the time it was most needed.
Read More »Marlicia Fernandez August 31, 2013 7,046 Views
Labor Day is right around the corner. On this special occasion, many of us are given a long weekend to celebrate. We have barbeques, picnics, parties or maybe a family vacation at the beach or some other enjoyable place.
Read More »Abby Sasscer June 27, 2016 7,174 Views
Teaching children to declutter doesn't have to be a big deal. With Abby Sasscer's 5 ideas, everyone can kickstart a simpler summer, with more time for fun!
Read More »Mary Ellen Barrett October 19, 2014 7,936 Views
by Mary Ellen Barrett | I want my children to have a deep appreciation for all of creation, not just what from the Discovery Channel or the zoo...
Read More »Dr. Mary Kay Clark May 11, 2016 6,407 Views
In this round of Q & A's from homeschool families, Dr. Mary Kay Clark responds to memorizing the catechism, standardized testing, summer school, and more.
Read More »Dr. Mary Kay Clark February 10, 2014 13,196 Views
by Mary Kay Clark | The most important subject is religion. We are homeschooling because we want to teach Catholic values and the Catholic Faith to our children. Most homeschooling families in this country are Christian families who see that the public schools have completely eliminated religion from their classrooms.
Read More »Contributing Writers November 28, 2023 1,183 Views
The individuality of every family can benefit from schedule flexibility, and as Seton families, we can choose a schedule that is best for us.
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