Scheduling

Middle school scheduling seems to change daily sometimes. It can be so tiring. But, changing we are. This time, we have put a ton of thought into what we are going to try. Additionally, we have put some parameters in place for helping ensure that the schedule is followed. And, third, we gave options to the middle schooler and took her answers very seriously. So, here is what we are doing for her this year.This is where we are starting and we have acknowledged that some students work well with only positive reinforcement. Some need the possibility of negative consequences to do what is required. We have chosen a couple of possible consequences for the girls if they are not ready to start school on time. I am not looking forward to having to enforce this but we are prepared just in case the situation arises.

Since we discussed options for this schedule prior to its writing, we do not foresee issues. If there are some, we will change her to what is going to happen with her sisters. Their schedules are still set with a start time and have noted the days and times that we have scheduled activities, such as dance or Art Center classes. But, the big change is that Miss L and Miss J will be working with checklists. This will be the concept of “get started, work hard, and get done.” Check things off as you go and all will be good. Here are their schedules.

I am sure there will be days when this just won’t work but that is the beauty of home education. We can change things to help them work so that the girls are getting what they need, rather than what fits the majority.

I always enjoy looking at other families’ schedules. Please share them with me if you have a post written about what you are doing.

At Home.

 

Tagged: education, Elementary, Middle School, schedules/routines