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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Sep 16 (0)
  • Good resources for studying Meteorology? - Kimberly Shaw 22:06 Sep 16 (0)
  • Frustrated with Omnibus I--a few questions (m) - Michelle in MO 16:15 Sep 16 (0)
  • What do you like about your french program? - Amy 14:57 Sep 16 (0)
  • Jann in Texas, could you compare TT Algebra 1 to Lial's Introduc. Algebra? - CindyJ 13:50 Sep 16 (0)
  • Lial's Intermediate Algebra - FLMom23boys 12:57 Sep 16 (4)
  • does saxon math ,algerba1 cover the same material as Lial's? - Mary 8:38 Sep 16 (1)
  • Henle Latin - Mad Jenny Flint 8:22 Sep 16 (3)
  • How much time should I shedule for "class discussions"? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 20:22 Sep 15 (4)
  • 8th Grader Schedule ... Missing Something? - Jody 19:40 Sep 15 (2)
  • Thank You, Jane in NC - momof7 19:07 Sep 15 (0)
  • How much internet access do you allow your teens? - Cheri in MI 17:21 Sep 15 (20)
  • I have an idea, but want and need opinions: (m) - ~FireFly~ 16:26 Sep 15 (7)
  • Could I have my dd go into Lial's BCM after Singapore 5B, or should she finish 6B first? (m) - Nicole in CA 16:17 Sep 15 (1)
  • Question for momof7 regarding your writing strategy post below.. - Heather in VA 14:53 Sep 15 (2)
  • OK I need a little nudge and scheduling advice - Des 13:50 Sep 15 (6)
  • "Paula's Dark Secret" or alt. title: "Less Weighty Books for Hi Sch Lit, Please" - Paula H 12:44 Sep 15 (2)
  • Trying again: Advanced Algebra through Data Exploration: A Graphing Calculator Approach by Murdock et al. from Key Curriculum Press ... - Kareni 11:59 Sep 15 (0)
  • Your favorite dictionary? - Sandy in NY 10:25 Sep 15 (2)
  • Graphing Calculator for PSAT - CynthiaOK 8:13 Sep 15 (6)
  • To the parent-teachers whose students are taking the ACT tomorrow... - MFS 8:07 Sep 15 (0)
  • My goodness the Lial pre-algebra/introductory algebra book is HUGE!! more - StaceyinLA 7:50 Sep 15 (4)
  • Lial's algebra - Mrs. B 5:57 Sep 15 (6)
  • Chalkdust Math users - How do you typicaly set up your day using this program? How long is a typical lesson. I'm looking at Basic Math. nt - Christy in CO 19:07 Sep 14 (2)
  • I have questions about *Learn to Write the Novel Way* and *WRTR* (more) - ~FireFly~ 17:24 Sep 14 (5)
  • Stacey in Canada, it's been almost a week (actually 4 days) ... - Paula H 15:27 Sep 14 (3)
  • Blogs? How to? - Kris 14:27 Sep 14 (1)
  • DianeR, I posted a question to you in the astronomy thread below. nt - Lisa L. in MI 13:47 Sep 14 (1)
  • grading apologia science - Kay 12:42 Sep 14 (1)
  • Guess What? Our own Andrew Kern, of Lost Tools of Writing fame......... - Padmé 12:31 Sep 14 (14)
  • Please help!! (Transcripts) how do you figure the Cumulative GPA & Credits? - Mel 10:13 Sep 14 (4)
  • Apologia Biology Expt. 8.2 We're stuck on sex-linked traits, and Punnett square... - Kathy in NC 9:39 Sep 14 (2)
  • How advanced do your children go in math? - hpymomof3 8:12 Sep 14 (22)
  • ID/Sworn Statement for ACT - Jenny in Florida 7:51 Sep 14 (5)
  • where can I find online tests for Henle Latin 1? - cat in black 7:29 Sep 14 (0)
  • Just a FYI, I got an email that PTIW 2 is now available for purchase nt - Quiver0f10 6:55 Sep 14 (0)
  • Apologia Science users - please look - Chris in CA 6:33 Sep 14 (10)
  • Lial's Algebra or above users - Chris in CA 6:30 Sep 14 (2)
  • Anyone used the DIVE Chemistry CD w/ Apologia? - Navymom 5:45 Sep 14 (0)
  • Has anyone scheduled Teaching Co Geometry w/ Chalkdust Geometry? If so, could you share your schedule? TIA - Janet 22:46 Sep 13 (0)
  • Update to my Teaching Company / Apologia chemistry schedule inside - Martha in NM 19:41 Sep 13 (0)
  • Last question - registering for PSAT... - Kathy in NC 16:57 Sep 13 (10)
  • Have you read "Composition in the Classical Tradition?" (m) - Sheila in Oregon 16:54 Sep 13 (4)
  • If you're doing foreign language at home, how do you grade your child's sentences and paragraphs? I wish there was some kind of grammar and spell check I could utilize... - Kathy in NC 16:52 Sep 13 (5)
  • How to Become a Superstar Student by the Teaching Co. - questions inside... - Kathy in NC 16:44 Sep 13 (6)
  • Feedback regarding ds essay... - Deece in MN 15:04 Sep 13 (13)
  • I bought Espanol Esencial to use with RS, when do I start using this? - Peggy in Ks 13:54 Sep 13 (9)
  • Is anyone studying Japanese here? - Heather in the Kootenays 13:35 Sep 13 (4)
  • algebra 2 and geometry timing - hpymomof3 13:09 Sep 13 (5)
  • Just wondering- I have never purchased the pdf version from Sparknotes, but I'm to the point where - SusanAR 12:45 Sep 13 (2)
  • If you're studying astronomy, would you mind sharing your plan? (m) - Lisa L. in MI 10:41 Sep 13 (7)
  • Is anyone familiar with the book "What Smart Students Know" by Adam Robinson? Are the study methods taught helpful? Any opinions? Thanks! (nt) - Sabrina in NY 8:49 Sep 13 (4)
  • Latin Question: Anyone use Cambridge and Oxford courses at the same time? m - Karen in MO 7:55 Sep 13 (7)
  • Latin Question: Anyone use Cambridge and Oxford courses at the same time? m - Karen in MO 7:54 Sep 13 (0)
  • Latin Question: Anyone use Cambridge and Oxford courses at the same time? m - Karen in MO 7:54 Sep 13 (0)
  • Okay, need help ASAP. SIL coming over to get info on curriculum. Need some remedial ideas for - m - StaceyinLA 7:27 Sep 13 (5)
  • Curious about math sequence...m - LCGal 5:50 Sep 13 (3)
  • What do you all do for economics? - Help! - Robin 21:00 Sep 12 (7)
  • Tina in Ouray- I was told you are THE woman to talk to about logic, could you help me? - Jessica from Trivium Academy 19:55 Sep 12 (3)
  • Math Self-Study Recommendations.... - TarponGirl 19:37 Sep 12 (1)
  • Washington State History....(m) - Francie in CA 18:47 Sep 12 (4)
  • Any regrets, things you would have done differently, or just advice, from those of you who have kids in highschool later grades, or already in college.....to those of us with younger kids starting highschool (well, mine is age 12, its highschool here in Australia)....TIA nt - Peela 17:24 Sep 12 (23)
  • How much writing should a 7th grader be doing? (m) - Mel 16:54 Sep 12 (2)
  • StaceyL in Canada... - Robin in Tx 15:21 Sep 12 (1)
  • High School Math sequence/publishers question - Christy B 15:14 Sep 12 (10)
  • How do you indicate a science lab on a transcript? - Sharon in TX 13:17 Sep 12 (3)
  • Morning Star Academy - Lora 12:31 Sep 12 (1)
  • Anyone? Examples of essays as taught in Lost Tools of Writing? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 12:01 Sep 12 (2)
  • Is this common, finding errors in Lial's Student Solutions Manual - Chris in CA 10:20 Sep 12 (5)
  • Anyone used Dr Callahan Algebra II and Trig? - Amy 9:41 Sep 12 (0)
  • The effective teacher question... (Janie and whoever's interested)... - KathyP 8:16 Sep 12 (2)
  • Does anyone use Streams of Civilization? What grade level is it? What are the pros and cons? Thanks! nt. - Michelle in GA 7:59 Sep 12 (4)
  • Who likes the Writer's Inc. Handbook? (just to have as a handbook) Is there a better alternative for a resource that will take them through high school? (this is cross post from K-8) nt - Robin in Tx 6:38 Sep 12 (6)
  • Where do I find Georiga requirements for high school graduation? nt - Mom2jrcsc 6:04 Sep 12 (2)
  • Hints on Learning to Use a Textbook - Laurel in CA 23:46 Sep 11 (8)
  • Okay, can I just say Thank you! thank you! thank you! My dd loves Lial's BCM - Chris in CA 21:30 Sep 11 (1)
  • With aleks.com, how do I know what course to use? - Peela 19:07 Sep 11 (14)
  • Saxon Algebra 1 2nd Vs. 3rd edition question - Cathy 18:43 Sep 11 (0)
  • Prayers from those of you who have made that High School Decision! - ReneeR 17:58 Sep 11 (4)
  • Online writing courses - can you please name the options for me? - lamb 16:56 Sep 11 (4)
  • Rosetta Stone can't be counted as a credit, so what programs can? Looking for Spanish for junior high/high school. nt - jac 16:09 Sep 11 (8)
  • Can someone compare: the easy French, powerglide, any others? - Amy 14:33 Sep 11 (0)
  • Geometer's Sketch pad - Ruth in Ottawa 14:08 Sep 11 (0)
  • Public School Districts Respond - Calculus, Pat Boone, Sue Grafton, Linda Christas, Efrem Zimbalist Jr. 12:21 Sep 11 (2)
  • For those of you who have used Keystone for correspondence courses(m) - CLS 12:14 Sep 11 (12)
  • Lial Intermediate Algebra: need more info on ordering - Amy 11:38 Sep 11 (5)
  • what would you do? - hpymomof3 10:58 Sep 11 (4)
  • Student council in public high school...can someone give me a synopsis on what this is about? (nt) - Margaret H 10:50 Sep 11 (1)
  • anybody selling 3rd edition jacobs geometry? - cat in black 10:25 Sep 11 (2)
  • Question about Natl Merit application..... - Gwen in VA 9:34 Sep 11 (2)
  • French in Action - Jane in NC 6:29 Sep 11 (9)
  • To momof7: - Jane in NC 4:25 Sep 11 (0)
  • Help me with my 8th grader - Amie 17:56 Sep 10 (3)