Creativity is key to all homeschoolers. When there isn’t a program, field trip, or tour in line with our educational interests, we start making calls and coordinating with local resources to make it happen.
Socializing is the same way. There are tons of groups on Facebook that help to organize get togethers. In a time when each family’s risk assessment levels are particular, new groups with specific mask and social distancing policies are appearing.
Can’t find the group that fits your precautions? Start one and mention it in other local groups. I guarantee there are like-minded folks who want to meet.
A friend and I recently found ourselves as the only ones showing up to a well-established home education group. Our choices did not fit with others in the group. My friend took it on herself to start a new group specifically stating that masks and social distancing were optional. I supported her and pushed the new group in other home education threads.
The first meeting had eight families and we’ve been steady or better than that for weeks. We’ve made friends and we’re building a support structure for new and veteran homeschoolers.
The best part is to watch dozens of kids running around, enjoying themselves. It is, after all, the reason we do all this creative work.
God bless, I appreciate and thank you,
Jason