Day One finds us living a typical day of Mason's practices with experienced teachers guiding the flow and variety of her carefully crafted schedule. From Morning Gathering through lessons in Number, Reading, History, and Copy Work, to afternoon undertakings in Nature Study, Singing,  and Handcraft, we enjoy learning in parallel. Later, reflection and discussion over afternoon refreshment allow for an exploration of the nuances of the day from a student’s perspective.

On our second day we gather specially selected portions of Mason’s philosophy in an assortment of offerings. Presentations, readings, drawing, and meditation help us to search out the whys of her pedagogy. The import of living in time, being unhurried, simplicity, habits, the teaching of history, Book of Centuries, and planning lessons are some of the matters we pause over. We preserve time for quiet attention to our classroom rhythms and consultation with presenters. The weekend culminates with friendship and grand conversation as we reflect on “what a day is for.” Registration is limited to 20 participants.

"The method I am advocating has this advantage, it multiplies time." Charlotte Mason

Watercolor Image by Carl Larsson, “Cock-a-Doodle, Seven O’clock”