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Boise, ID
Event for parents
Charlotte Mason 101
This FREE event is hosted by TVCMC (see separate CMIC entry) from 10 am - 3 pm, for parents who are:
~ considering homeschooling & looking for a starting point
~ interested in learning more about CM's Educational Philosophy & Practices
~ new to using CM at home & want inspiration and tips from moms who have done this "in-real-life"
Please join us for an exciting Saturday to learn all about Charlotte Mason's timeless educational philosophy, as well as demonstrate her method through multiple ***immersion lessons*** (see below). We're also arranging a Q&A panel with moms who have been implementing CM for years, so bring those narration and math questions!
We'll learn about who Miss Mason is, why we listen to her advice about home education, and yes, even parenting.
We'll also hear about where she thinks God fits into education, and what THREE instruments a teacher can use with her students. As CM says, "All education is self-education," so we'll share multiple resources with you to further your own self-education, including books, podcasts, websites, etc. Bring your note-taking materials!!
SCHEDULE:
9:55 am - doors open
10 am - Welcome & Check-In
10:15 am - CM 101 (Erin T.)
11:15 am - Artist Study ***Immersion Lesson*** (Miriam A.)
11:35 am - History ***Immersion Lesson*** (Kathy D.)
11:55 am - Roundtable: What to Expect Your First Year of CM Homeschooling
12:15 pm - Lunch / bring a sack lunch, or grab something local
1 pm - Introduction to Narration (Kathy D.)
1:45 pm - Giving Life to a CM Day (Miriam A.)
2:15 pm - How to Schedule a CM Timetable (Erin T.)
2:35 pm - Roundtable: Q & A
3 pm - Close & Thank You
*** Immersion lessons are where the hostesses prepare a lesson for you, the attendee, to experience as the student. Then afterwards, we'll discuss how it's done, from a teacher's perspective.***
REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.gle/FdY4H2CUSPdEdHTV6
Bonita Springs, FL
Group for parents and students
Living Love Collective a Charlotte Mason Education Enrichment Community
Please visit us at livingloveco.com to learn more.
OUR MISSION & VISION
THROUGH GOSPEL-CENTERED COMMUNITY, LIVING EDUCATION ENRICHMENT, AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP, LIVING LOVE COLLECTIVE EXISTS TO INSPIRE HOMESCHOOLING FAMILIES TO USE THEIR GIFTS AND TALENTS TO BE THE HANDS AND FEET OF JESUS.
CORE VALUES & BELIEFS
To nurture spiritual and creative growth that enriches the family through community, living education, creativity, entrepreneurship, and stewardship. These five goals and outcomes are the heartbeat of what we value and will pursue as we move forward.
Community: Cultivate and nurture a Christ-Centered Community to live in harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus. So that together we may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ with one voice. (Romans 15:5-7)
Living Education: To enrich the family and home culture by pursuing knowledge, wisdom, and understanding through scripture, hymns, and the goodness and beauty of creation using a Charlotte Mason philosophy. (Colossians 3:15-17, Ecclesiastes 7:7)
Creativity: To grow creatively, realizing that we possess the creator's creativity and, through Christ's transforming power, will be fully equipped to be molded into our purpose to glorify God. (Genesis 1:27, Isaiah 64:8, 2 Timothy 2:21)
Entrepreneurship: Encouraging families to use ingenuity and imagination to tangibly pursue God-given giftings in every season of life and to model purposefully committing all our work to the Lord. (Proverbs 16:3, Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 3:5-6)
Stewardship: Stewarding our time, talent, and finances to further the mission to preserve the family and live out our lives in a meaningful and intentional way that is pleasing to the Lord. (1 Peter 4:10, Ephesians 2:10 Ephesians 5:8-10)
We are dedicated to our distinct beliefs, which are the core of our community culture.
What We Believe
GOD
One God eternally exists in three equally divine persons - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
HOLY SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is the fully active power of God at work in the world today.
HUMANITY
Humanity is God's crowning work in creation. Purposed to primarily glorify God by representing him on earth and living in a relationship with him and others.
THE BIBLE
The Bible is wholly authentic, inspired, entirely trustworthy, and without error in the original writings...the Bible is the revealed word of God...
JESUS
Jesus, the Son, was born of a virgin and came to earth because of God's love for humanity...our example and victorious King.
SALVATION
Salvation is God's gift of redemption for His church. It is the free gift of grace received by faith alone in Jesus Christ...
GOSPEL
The Gospel is the good news that God...sent Jesus...to live, die, and be raised in our place for the punishment of our sins...so that...we are reconciled to God...
THE CHURCH
The Church is God's chosen instrument to bring His Gospel to every man, woman, and child. There is one church of which Jesus Christ is the head…
Please visit us at livingloveco.com to learn more.
Hustonville, KY
Group for parents and students
Woodland Homeschool Fellowship ~ A CM Community
New CM community in Central Kentucky! We invite fellow Charlotte Mason home-educating families for regular fellowship in Casey County, Kentucky and the surrounding areas. If you are new to the method, we welcome you to learn more! We will host a Natural History Club, Fine Arts Fridays, field trips, recitation days, Mother culture teas and a CM study group. Please reach out for more information.
Island Lake, IL
Group for parents
Charlotte Mason book study
We are working through Charlotte’s six volumes and other closely related works.
Pensacola, FL
Group for parents and students
Charlotte Amid Cypress
This is a brand-new group beginning July of 2024. Mothers will meet monthly for book club and discussion. Students will meet weekly for nature study. With enough interest and participation, this group can include a greater range of activities (Shakespeare, Plutarch, Literature) following curriculum from the CMEC.
Shelbyville, KY
Group for parents and students
CM Gathering & Book Club – Shelbyville, KY
The Shelbyville CM Together Gathering is a year-round cooperative for Christian homeschool families that are committed to the Charlotte Mason Philosophy of Education. It is our aim to implement the principles and methods of a CM Education, recognizing that every child is born a person; we therefore seek to educate that whole person, not just his mind. This is pursued by cultivating a Christian worldview, developing relations with all of God's creation, and practicing our belief that education is "an atmosphere, a discipline, a life."
This summer, our CM Gathering is meeting Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. for Nature Study and Enrichments. We meet at several parks in the greater Shelbyville area.
Here's our tentative schedule for the 2025-2026 school year:
9:30am – Meet and Play (optional)
10:00am – Morning Studies
11:15am – Nature Walk
12:00pm – Nature Journaling
12:15pm – Lunch (optional)
Term 1 (Fall): September 4th – November 20th (will not meet 11/27)
Term 2 (Winter): December 4th – March 5th (will not meet 12/25 or 1/1)
Term 3 (Spring): March 12th – May 28th
Term 4 (Summer): June 4th – August 27th (will not meet 7/2)
Morning Studies:
Prayer
Nature (Special Studies) Read Aloud
Hymn
Poetry
Scripture Recitation
Swedish Drill
Church History (Terms 1 and 2), Physical Geography (Terms 3 and 4)
Folk Song
Personal Development
Currently, our Book Club is meeting virtually on the 2nd Monday night of each month. We are using a study guide to learn about Miss Mason's 20 Principles, which includes reading from her volumes, as well as reading For The Children's Sake by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay.
Please let us know if you're interested in joining us or if you have any questions!
Sutton, NH
Group for parents and students
Co-op, nature group, book club
I would love to start a Charlotte Mason co-op, nature study/hiking group, and/or a mom's book club. I've been a part of all three in the past, and I've loved my experiences! If you'd like to join me in building a CM community in the Sunapee region, please reach out. My kids are in elementary school and below, but I would welcome friendships with moms that have older kids too!
Monument, CO
Group for students
Rose Cottage School
Rose Cottage School is a tuition based Charlotte Mason homeschool enrichment program serving families living in and around Colorado Springs, Colorado. 1st-5th grade students experience the enjoyment of learning with their peers by participating in our weekly offerings. We meet Tuesday afternoons for Nature Study and Thursday mornings for The Arts (Music, Art, Shakespeare, Handicrafts, and more). Students can participate in one or both programs. Parents gain support by having an experienced CM home educator supplement their core curriculum. In community, we share the calling to educate children with the beauty and richness of a Mason education.
Crossville, TN
Living Books Library for parents and students
Cumberland Mountain Living Library
We are a group of like-minded homeschool families making progress in putting together a free, lending Living Library for CM homeschool families.
Orange, CA
Group for parents and students
Sursum Corda CM Co-Op
We are a community of homeschooling families that meets together for Preschool-Highschool classes taught using Charlotte Mason's principles on Thursdays in Orange, CA. Parents participate as volunteer teachers, and serve in various other volunteer roles.
Amarillo, TX
Group for parents
Charlotte Mason Homeschoolers of Amarillo
Reading and discussion group for homeschooling moms, with emphasis on Charlotte Mason’s philosophy.
Charlotte, MI
Group for parents and students
Moms Book Club/AO co-op
I live in the Charlotte area and am looking for a Charlotte Mason book club for moms and/or anyone interested in doing an Ambleside co-op every other week. Just really hoping to find some like-minded families in the area!
Redding, CA
Group for parents and students
CMRedding
Charlotte Mason Redding is a local community organized to equip, encourage and support those who are actively pursuing or desirous of learning to implement Charlotte Mason’s philosophy in their homes. We offer parental training, group gatherings & special events, group classes, a living library and mother culture opportunities.
Tiskilwa, IL
Event for parents and students
2024 Charlotte Mason Family Camp in Tiskilwa, Illinois
Does a getaway to enjoy time with family, nourishing friendships, spiritual refreshment, and respite from the daily routine sound good to you? Then come join us – families who embrace the Charlotte Mason philosophy – at the 2024 Charlotte Mason Family Camps. We feature morning sessions for both parents and children, daily nature walks with nature journaling, nourishing al fresco meals, a beautiful lake for boating and fishing, an array of afternoon occupations, hymn and folk singing as well as folk dancing, bonfires, a maker’s market and a family showcase to display what was learned in the 2023-24 school year.
Planning for the 2024 event which occurs August 12-16 is under way. Please check out the following website for more information: https://cmpeoria.com/family-camp-22/.
Registration begins Monday, February 19.
Come get inspired and excited about the new school year with like-minded families!
Traverse City, MI
Event for parents
Awaken: a Living Books Educational Conference
An encouraging and equipping weekend of Immersions and workshops featuring speakers, A Delectable Education, Michelle Howard the Living Books Lady, Jessica Becker and Kelsi Rea.
Ypsilanti, MI
Group for parents and students
Interested in Home School Co-op or Reading Group
I am interested in joining or forming a Charlotte Mason reading group for mom where we meet and read Mason's series and/or a home school co-op to help with some of riches of a CM education. If you're in the Ann Arbor area, please reach out!
Conroe, TX
Group for parents and students
The Woodlands/Conroe Charlotte Mason Mothers
We are a new group that meets monthly to study CM’s volumes. But we are open to growing where God would have us bloom whether through nature study hikes, recitation gatherings, and more. We welcome both new and seasoned mothers who long to create community in our area with both our children and ourselves.
Laurel, MT
Group for parents and students
CM Literature in Billings, MT area
I am a retired homeschool mom still involved in CM education, moderating AO FB and Forum, and a Fellow with the House of Humane Letters. I currently offer Literature (and Music) classes at my studio in Laurel, MT. Contact me for more information, or see my website kaypelham.com . I'm also happy to host and lead CM book discussions. I've been a part of the CM world since 2005.
Murfreesboro, TN
Group for parents and students
The Children’s Gathering
The Children's Gathering is our Short Morning of Lessons for Charlotte Mason Families.
We gather together every Friday morning for Hymn Singing, Old and New Testament Bible Recitations, a Psalm Recitation, and a Poetry Recitation. We also have a lesson in Physical Geography, Swedish Drill, and Shakespeare, too!
If you are looking for other Charlotte Mason Families to learn and grow with, please let us know. We would love to have you join us! ❤️
“One more thing is of vital importance; children must have books, living books; the best are not too good for them; anything less than the best is not good enough....”
"Give children a wide range of subjects, with the end in view of establishing in each case some one or more of the relations I have indicated. Let them learn from first-hand sources of information--really good books, the best going, on the subject they are engaged upon. Let them get at the books themselves...books teeming with ideas fresh from the minds of thinkers upon every subject to which we can wish to introduce children. ”
~Charlotte Mason
Laconia, NH
Group for parents and students
Laconia Homeschool Co-op
We are a small, CM-inspired co-op that meets one morning a week during the school year. Classes include handicrafts, nature study, and art instruction. We also have a time for recitations, folksongs, and folk dancing. There is a preK class for younger siblings.
Buchanan, TN
Group for parents and students
Fieldwork Fridays
“Fieldwork” is essentially nature study. We get out in nature and explore it together! Fieldwork Fridays are a great place to connect with other homeschool families and learn about the Charlotte Mason approach to nature study. This is a relaxed group that welcomes homeschoolers that use any methodology in the home. Charlotte Mason experience and/or application is not needed to enjoy our group, it simply acts as a framework to aid in planning our outings and group activities!
We will meet in the Murray (Calloway County, KY) and/or Paris (Henry County, TN) areas. Please reach out with any questions and if you’d like to help get this group going strong!
Powell River, BC
Group for parents
Powell River, BC
Hello! Do you live in BC, Canada on the Sunshine Coast? My family lives an hour north of Powell River, BC and I am looking for other families using the Charlotte Mason method! I have just started studying the 6 volumes and our son is currently only 3yrs old. Looking forward to connecting!
Georgetown, TX
Group for parents and students
Georgetown, Tx
Looking for friends in the Georgetown Texas area! My kids are 7 (boy)
5 (girl) and 1 (girl)! As of writing this in January 2024!
We dropped out of our hybrid school. We have a lot of friends there, but if you don’t go there, you don’t have any time to connect with friends outside of the school because the workload is so large. So we will be fully homeschooling next year but I want my kids to grow and have relationships with other children as they get older! It makes me really sad how hard it is to have solid relationships these days that actually last. Really wanting to find likeminded Bible believing Christians focused on raising their kids with truth, goodness, and beauty to sign kids up with friends to do sports together, open gyms, play and fun! And maybe if we’re studying the same time periods we could also work on school together!
Midland, TX
Group for parents and students
CM in Midland Tx
To build community with other like-minded families who strive to follow Charlotte Mason's principles, however imperfectly. In Midland, Texas.
Lubbock, TX
Group for parents
Live Oak Living Academy
At Live Oak Living Academy, we focus on training children how to learn rather than telling them what they should know. Who are we to say that we know everything? Our children were born in God's image just as we were and have the same ability to make connections between subjects. If we do not teach them how to strengthen this ability and learn for themselves, what is to prevent them from believing whatever they are told?
Here, at LOLA, we make it our mission to assist our parents in teaching their children right from wrong, training them to become habitual stewards of good self-discipline, and providing them with ideas in all fields of knowledge.
We seek to develop spiritual, social and academic maturity in young men and women as they move on to whichever path God may lay before them.