I am a Child of God. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. I ought to do my duty to God and others. I will choose the right.
—Charlotte Mason Motto

Scholé means seeking Truth, Goodness, and Beauty first and foremost, laying aside personal agendas, prideful goals, and desires to control so that we can be open and able to embrace Truth, Goodness, and Beauty when we see it. -Misty Winckler

Common Subjects

Artist Study – Exploring the masters of the past helps us understand their profound impact on the present. This year, our focus is on Édouard Manet, Vittore Carpaccio, Thomas Gainsborough.

Composer Study – Delving into the melodies of renowned composers allows us to listen to the captivating stories within the music. Like nature and art, music also echoes the Divine. This year, we explore the works of Edward Elgar, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Richard Wagner.

Hymns and Folk Songs & Dance – Exploring the folk songs and dance of the past connects us to the people and history of their time, profoundly shaping our perspective. Needless to say, the significance of knowing hymns cannot be overstated.

Possible Hymns this year are: I sing the Mighty Power of God; O God, Our Help in Ages Past; God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen; Bethlehem, of Noblest Cities; Ah, Holy Jesus; Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain

Possible Folk Songs are Blow Ye Winds; Hi Says the Blackbird; Johnny’s Gone for a Soldier; A Connecticut Peddler; Licolnshire Poacher; Katie Cruel;

Possible Folk Dances are Big Mountain Circle

Prayer in Foreign Language – Our Father and Glory Be

Upper Forms (age 10+)

Shakespeare – “He, indeed, is not to be classed, and timed, and treated as one amongst others,–he, who might well be the daily bread of the intellectual life; Shakespeare is not to be studied in a year; he is to be read continuously throughout life, from ten year old and onwards. But a child of ten cannot understand Shakespeare. No; but can a man of fifty? Is not our great poet rather an ample feast of which every one takes according to his needs, and leaves what he has no stomach for?… the plays, read again and again, year after year, would yield more at each reading, and would leave behind rich deposits of wisdom.” (Formation of Character, p. 224) This year we will study As You Like It & Hamlet

Plutarch – “Children, like ourselves, must see life whole if they are to profit. At the same time they must be protected from grossness and rudeness by means of the literary medium through which they are taught. A daily newspaper is not on a level with Plutarch’s Lives… The boy, or girl, aged from ten to twelve, who is intimate with a dozen or so of Plutarch’s Lives, so intimate that they influence his thought and conduct, has learned to put his country first… (Towards a Philosophy of Education, p.187) This year we will study Coriolanus, Pericles, and Aristides.

Science Experiments – We will be doing science experiments using the Sabbath Mood Homeschool curriculum. This curriculum is grounded in the Charlotte Mason philosophy and emphasizes hands-on exploration, living books, and wonder in the study of science. We will be doing Form 3 science. ONLY students 7th grade+ will do this class. Students 6th grade and under will move to lower form during this time and do special studies.

Lower Forms (age 6-9)

Poetry and Recitation – Like folk songs, poetry reflects the essence of its time and people. Through recitation, students learn valuable self-presentation skills and retain the poetry they memorize. This year, our focus is on the works of A.A. Milne.

Handicrafts – In contrast to arts and crafts, handicrafts are purposeful creations. This year’s focus will be on the art of Needle Felting.

Tales – Immersing ourselves in the stories of the past enlightens our understanding of modern retellings and offers a glimpse into ancient cultures. Our focus this year is Fairy Tales (book tbd).

Brush Drawing – Learning to dry a brush builds control and precision in watercolor. Students will practice this skill through basic strokes and apply it in nature journaling and special studies.

Special Study – Focused nature study deepens observation and wonder . Each term, we highlight a seasonal topic, which students explore through nature journaling, discussion, and direct observation. This years focus will be cultivated crops, reptiles, and wild flowers

Kinderleben (age 3-5)

Note: this is only for siblings of students in the lower and/or upper forms. This is not for drop off students

Living Books – In the Charlotte Mason philosophy of education, living books play a central role as the primary source of knowledge and inspiration. Mason believed that exposure to living books nourishes a child’s mind and soul, leading to a genuine love for learning and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge.We will be reading from living books throughout the term to the Kinderleben students, including but not limited to Winnie The Pooh by A.A. Milne.

Handicrafts – As stated above: In contrast to arts and crafts, handicrafts are purposeful creations. This year’s focus will be on the art of raffia and paper cutting and folding.

Picture Study, Composer Study, and Nature Lore: We will give a gentle introduction to these living subjects with living books and opportunities to draw what they learn.

Nursery (2 and under)

This will only be for the toddlers of teachers and volunteers. When you are not volunteering your nursery aged students are required to stay with you.

Location and Time

Weekly in Aurora, CO

Please note that our curriculum is subject to change as we continuously seek to improve and enrich our program. We are excited to explore the possibility of adding new subjects in the future to provide our students with even more diverse and enriching educational experiences. Stay tuned for updates as we strive to expand our offerings in pursuit of Truth, Beauty, and Goodness.
St. Elizabeth of the Trinity, pray for us.