Here Comes the School Work!

Classes for Lawrence Virtual School Middle School students begin next week, so I guess that's when school technically "starts." But I received an e-mail on Wednesday of this week saying it was the first day of school! I promptly e-mailed Rebekah's teacher back, apologizing that Rebekah was volunteering at the museum all day, so she would not be online at all. Her teacher promptly replied that "nothing is happening today." -- Well, why call it the first day of school then?!?! Some things are silly.

Thursday and Friday Rebekah and Samuel had orientation stuff. Lots of presentations on different aspects of virtual school -- everything from how the online platforms work to what the classes would cover. Fortunately Rebekah is a veteran of two years to this, so she has it covered. Samuel was more interested in starting his coursework (which he did) than all the talk. But they both spent much time both days doing schooly things.

As for Jacob and Paul, other than Science, their books have yet to arrive. But they don't seem to mind at all. I told them if they finish their Science by Halloween I will buy them a new board game. -- I know, I'm a great teacher. 😁

Miriam's books are here. She is doing the traditional curriculum from K12 (Jacob ad Paul are doing an optional curriculum called iReady). Miriam's work will be more computer heavy. But I think it will fit her well. We've done a few things and she's enjoyed things thus far.

So without further ado, here's our traditional start of the school year photos.