“The chief symptom of adolescence is a state of expectation, a tendency towards creative work and a need for the strengthening of self-confidence…The essential reform is this: to put the adolescent on the road to achieving economic independence. We might call it a "school of experience in the elements of social life.”
Maria Montessori| From Childhood to Adolescence, p. 63, 64
Beyond intellectual development, the goal of the middle school program is to guide homeschooling students to become active citizens and fully informed independent learners within the Casa Ranch community and beyond.
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Academics
Personalized Mathematics AI Program + Real World Applications
Hands-on Science
Language Arts
History
World Languages
Peace Education
Leadership
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Environmental Stewardship
Permaculture Studies:
Sustainable Gardens
Composting
Rain Barrels
Habitat Preservation
Animal Stewardship
Farming
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Personal Growth
Public Speaking
Entrepreneurship
Business & Economics
Creative & Physical Expression
Cooking & Menu Planning
Growing Organic Food
Mindfulness & Reflection:
Personal World
Yoga
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Beyond the Classroom
Educational Travels
Field Studies
Community Service
Physical Education
Construction & Wood Shop
Sewing & Fashion
STEM
Drama
Chess