Mrs. Agresti's Challenge 2 students at the North Carolina Museum of Art 

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‎"But every child in America should be acquainted with his own country. He should read books that furnish him with ideas that will be useful to him in life and practice. As soon as he opens his lips, he should rehearse the history of his own country; he should lisp the praise of liberty, and of those illustrious heroes and statesmen, who have wrought a revolution in her favor."

– Noah Webster, "On the Education of Youth in America, Epilogue: Securing the Republic," 1788; "A Collection of Essays and Fugitiv Writings on Moral, Historical, Political and Literary Subjects," Boston, 1790; reprint. Delmar, N.Y.: Scholars' Facsimiles & Reprints, 1977

Click to read The Wisdom of George Washington

Challenge 2 Western Cultural Art History
Art work of the week: Bailey has art literally wrapped around her. Notice...Snap The Whip

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Why Study Shakespeare?

Challenge 1 will soon be reading "Through Gates of Splendor" which tells the experiences of 4 missionary families serving a tribe in Ecuador. This song shows clips from the movie "End of the Spear" which is based on their adventure. The four men were killed by the tribe, but so many ended up responding to the mercy of Christ. It is a beautiful testimony.

                                                                    It is all a gift!!!

Posting this again because we need to remember

Building Cathedrals

A post from October 3, 2009

What you do every day is valuable. When you change out that 4th load of laundry, clean up the house at night when everyone else is in bed, nurse that precious baby while cooking dinner, kiss that boo boo and preside over school work--you're making a huge difference.

My mom stayed home with us for the first 18 years of my life. Then she went to work for six years to put me through college and help support the others while my dad went to seminary. She recently kept her aging mother for 3 grueling years of constant supervision. You don't find that in a box on the shelf at Wal-Mart. That kind of self sacrifice and love is precious and inspiring.

As Classical moms we follow a philosophy of modeling. When I was brand new to CC and my oldest was in 2nd grade I marveled at the women who were teaching high schoolers (still do) and thought that the Masters class looked worlds away. I watched every week as Laurie Stegall sat in the hallway during Foundations and worked advanced math problems to prepare for teaching Challenge III (high school juniors). I watched Pam Agresti spend her summer learning Latin so she could teach it in the fall. I also watched her send her oldest on to college. I talked on the phone to Cynthia Zielny who was reading Shakespeare by the pool on her vacation. Guess what she's teaching in Challenge I (Freshmen) this year? The list goes on and on. Now I have a child in the Masters class and we're staring down Challenge pretty soon. I'm so grateful for those who have gone before me and are modeling how it's done.

We have little eyes watching us and some big eyes too. We may feel invisible at times, but the rewards are huge. I still call my mom every once in a while and tell her how blessed I am to have her and how blown away I still am by her many sacrifices. I probably ought to pick up the phone and call some of my homeschooling friends who are blazing the trail for me too.

Be encouraged and blessed, my precious friends, as you nurture real life in those around you. Remember that we just plant seeds and water: God makes it grow.

Thank you, Laurie, for passing along this video clip. It is, indeed, inspiring. Build away, Ladies!

CC Men's Breakfast

Calling all men! Please join us for a Men's Breakfast Sat. September 22nd at 9am in the Westside Chapel Fellowship Hall. Our Speaker will be David Bailey, homeschool dad, Challenge 1 director, and pastor of Crossroads Church.

Welcome to our 2012-2013 school year!
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TASTE OF INDONESIA POTLUCK AND PICTURES

Come fellowship with the Knott family.

The Knott family will be bringing Indonesian food for all to sample. Following dinner, they

will share pictures and answer questions, telling about life in their tropical home.

When? Thursday, Feb 2nd, 6pm

Where? Westside Chapel Fellowship Hall

Bring? Dinner and drinks to share

CC 2^nd Semester Calendar

1/11 Wednesday Mother’s Night Out- 7:00 Panera on Hwy 68

1/26 Science Fair- Westside Chapel 6:30

2/2 Thursday - 10:00 Natural Science Center- See Woody, the Science Center's own groundhog, make his "official" prediction of whether the Triad is in for six more weeks of cold weather or if warmer temps are on their way. Then enjoy the body exhibit, Health Quest, as a group. Free with membership.

2/9 Thursday - 10:30 Ringling Bros. Circus at Greensboro Coliseum

2/10 Friday – Mother’s Night Out- 7:00 Debby Webb's house

2/22 Wednesday - 11:00 NC Art Museum in Raleigh (FREE) See below for guidelines

3/6 80's day at CC

3/8 Thursday – MNO Amber Scavo’s house

3/21 Wednesday - 9:30 Guilford Courthouse (includes museum tour, 10 minute video and weapons demonstration and then self-guided walking tour)

3/29 - 4/2?? (TBD) Final Ceremony

Student Tour Groups

Thank you for scheduling a docent-guided tour at the North Carolina Museum of Art. We look forward to your visit! The Tour Program Coordinator’s number is (919) 664-6820; the West Building information desk is (919) 664-6801.

Tours run approximately 50 minutes. Please arrive 10-15 minutes ahead of your reservation. If you are running late, please call. Tours that start late for any reason will be abbreviated so that other tours can begin on time; after 30 minutes, your tour will be canceled.

Parking

The main lot for all vehicles is beside Blue Ridge Road; turn RIGHT directly from Blue Ridge or from our entrance driveway. Parking for those with handicaps is available in the lower lot and on the Plaza, near the east building. Vehicles may not idle on campus.

Directions to the drop off areas

Turn LEFT from our drive on Blue Ridge Rd and follow the signs toward the east (brick) building and “Visitor Dropoff.” Unload at the marked curb. During inclement weather, unload on the plaza in front of the west (metal façade) building.

Chaperons and Grouping

A chaperon is a teacher or school-approved adult who ensures that students observe Museum etiquette as specified below. For touring, groups must divide into teams of 10-15 with at least 1 and not more than 2 chaperons; groups are determined before arrival. We suggest you make color-coded nametags for the students to help ensure that you start your tour organized and on time.

Communication

A Museum docent assigned to your tour will contact you 2 weeks in advance to confirm details. You may request specific works of art but may not change your tour theme or add to the number of students on the tour.

Museum Etiquette

· Leave backpacks in your vehicles

· Dispose of gum before entering galleries

· Food and drink are not permitted in the galleries

· Do not touch works if art, walls, or pedestals (indoors and outdoors)

· Allow a distance of 2 feet between you and works of art

· Do not run or walk backwards in the galleries

· Stay in your groups, and visit the Museum Store one group at a time

· Photography is prohibited in the East Building

· Strollers may be pushed by adults in either building

May We Suggest

· Preview our collection on ArtNC (see link below)

· Ask questions and make comments by raising your hand

· Stay close to your docent in the galleries

· Do not use a cell phone or camera during your tour

Lunch Facilities

We have no available space for student groups to eat lunch or conduct a hands-on activity. Picnic tables are behind the east building near the Park trail entrance and available on a first-come basis. A list of nearby eateries can be provided by request. The Museum restaurant can rarely accommodate student groups. To inquire, call (919) 664-6785.

Inclement Weather Policy

When Wake County Public Schools close or open late, all guided tours for that day are canceled.

Jennifer Coon, Student Tour Program manager

(919) 664-6820

jcoon@ncartmuseum.org

Preview the collection on ArtNC: www.ncartmuseum.org/artnc

More visitor Information: http://ncartmuseum.org/visit/plan_your_visit/

MOM's NIGHT OUT!

MOM's NIGHT OUT

January 11, 2012

7:00 pm

Panera Bread on 68

2400 Penny Rd, High Point, NC 27265

All Challenge and Foundations mom's. Come out and fellowship! Let's get to know each other.