Homeschool Families
FOUR SPRINGS FARM WELCOMES HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES
Photo by Will Cleland
Homeschool Activities
Farm owner, Jinny Hardy Cleland, homeschooled her five children for many years and understands the qualities of home education that make the relationship of parents and children in these families special. The learning environment desired by most homeschoolers can be found right here on the farm. Our diverse, season-long activities cover the full spectrum of the educational experiences homeschoolers are seeking. They include:
Science Education
The farm location is especially well suited for excellent science exploration. Therefore, science is generally featured in the structured programs we offer and is emphasized when we encourage families to “tag along” on morning chores.
Arts and Social Sciences
The beauty of the land lends itself to art as well as to science. Drawing and painting flowers and sunsets, collecting wild grasses and flowers, and tuning into the music created by insects and babbling brooks are some examples. Discussions centered around organic and sustainable farming practices help teach children about social values and economic principles.
Group Experiences
Healthy group experiences are something we can also offer homeschool families by bringing folks together to work on projects in the gardens, to fix meals, or simply to relax around a fire in the evenings. Our programs include people of varying ages. Four Springs Farms welcomes and encourages multi-generational groups and families.
Rustic Living Close to Nature
Our home lives are very busy these days and are often connected to television, the Internet, and to the many comforts that we take for granted. Camping here, in a beautiful and peaceful place away from these things, enables us to appreciate the simple pleasures and challenges that nature presents.
To plan your homeschool farm experience, contact Jinny at (802) 763-7296 or e-mail clelands@valley.net.
