Spring Break 2.0 and Learn at Home x 2 weeks

So after Spring Break, we had Spring Break 2.0

We all scrambled to come to terms with what’s happening in the world and our community. We took stock of what we had in our homes and fridges and ventured out at a minimum, and got overwhelmed with “resources” and online everything.
In the beginning we had the enthusiasm to be all sorts of creative in lots of ways. Here’s a few snapshots.

Hikes

Epic Forts

DIY Marshmallow Shooters

A Schedule. My favorite part: Snacks optional at any time

Watching Spring Spring up

Chalk Art

Art Class

Bonfires

Cooking Sausage & Egg Casserole

She couldn't believe what she made tasted so good!

Adopting a Garden Snail

Epic Walks in the Rain

Did anyone Relax?

Water fights in PJs...why not!

Wear them out so they sleep at night, please!

Long Bike Rides for New Books!

Recess

Then the school launched “Learn at Home.” Or rather, learning curve at home! This is crisis schooling, not home schooling. Home schooling is a choice. My thoughts and feelings: Mostly, it’s confusing because the message from the district changes weekly and figuring everything out on and through technology sucks. 2nd grade teacher hasn’t been pushing the curriculum, just wants us to be happy and healthy, but 4th grade teacher is expecting more. The kids are used to using some of the online resources at school, but it’s hard to motivate them when there’s no questions from the teacher or a test. But wait, they’re going to start taking grades this week... I don’t know how... We’re trying to stay engaged and always learning, but when both parents are working... 🙄

Checking in Weekly Class Zoom

I've been all over the place with gratefulness, worry, helpfulness, anxiety, confusion, stress, hopefulness. In this uncertain time, one thing is certain: God is working all things for the good of those who love Him.

Mar. 7