The Guam Law
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17 GCA Chapter 6, Section 6109
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"Children not attending a private full-time school and who are being instructed in study and recitation for at least (3) hours a day for one hundred seventy (170) days each calendar year by a private tutor or other person, in the several branches of study required to be taught in the public schools of this Territory and in the English language, shall be exempted from attending the public school."
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Saturday, April 11, 2015

Homeschooling is rewarding

Homeschooling my oldest son was a challenge, considering his medical condition and the multiple teaching responsibilities of my regular teaching job.  However, it was ultimately rewarding seeing my son's positive progress in his academic studies.  This momentum is continuing with my niece who is genuinely excited with the various integrated readings that are assigned to her.  With this said, although I do believe in our public school system, there are possibilities for homeschooling to excel as well.  It is not for everyone, but it does enable educators and parents alike to meet the unique needs of their children.  God Bless you all for all that you do to make a difference.

Friday, April 3, 2015

Trending Articles

Speaking a second language may change how you see the world (Science Magazine) -

The gift of tongues:  Having more languages gives kids better brains (The Northern Star) -

What are the most challenging Common Core standards? (eSchool News) -

Source:  nabe.org

Saturday, February 7, 2015

IRA Meeting - Feb. 14


THIS MONTH'S GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING: "GET CONNECTED - READ: Read-A-Thon 2015"

February 14, 2015

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: Royal Orchid Guam

Sunday, February 1, 2015

FestPac Newsletter - January 2015

Parent Cafe - 2-13-15

eSchool News - February

Technology News & Innovation in K-12 Education

Digital textbook reflections

Three districts detail their shift from print to digital

Also in this Issue

Special Reports

What's News


Source:  eSchoolnews.com

UOG Charter Day - March 10


I Lina'la'ta ~ Our Life

 I Lina'la-ta

Special Olympics Track & Field - March 21, 2015



SAVE THE DATE!!  

Saturday, March 21, 2015
Opening Ceremony Begins 8:00 a.m. 
Okkodo High School

International Reading Association (IRA) Meeting - Read-A-Thon 2015 - Feb. 14


THIS MONTH'S GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING: "GET CONNECTED - READ: Read-A-Thon 2015"

February 14, 2015

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Venue: TBA

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Making a difference beyond homeschooling

Hafa Adai! Although my oldest son has completed his homeschool experience, I will continue to post educational ideas/news that other parents may find useful. After all, my oldest brother is also homeschooling his daughter, so you might say that homeschooling is ongoing in the family. :) I believe in the power of homeschooling with effective application of engaging strategies for each respective content area. I wish you all the best as you make a difference in the lives of your children, one day at a time. God Bless.