Alta Wehmeyer

Selecting Konos™, a character-based curriculum, enabled our family to find other families like us through their networking opportunities, regardless of where we lived.  The practical style of learning accommodated our ADHD boys with a life of exploration and attainment that was well beyond our initial expectations.  Bored never entered the vocabulary because there was always a venture to be had.  The boys' innate curiosity and sense of awe were stimulated, and they acted upon it at every turn. Rich and free experiences in nature while living and traveling in Africa and her islands, positioned both boys for a life of learning and adventure.

Upon moving to the USA in 2010, our family settled in Texas for a year. We seamlessly connected with other KONOS™ homeschool families. During this time, the boys and I continued the writing journey we started in a co-op in South Africa, using the Institute in Excellence Writing™ (IEW) materials. We completed that core curriculum and other best-of-breed programs with profound results. Having studied Latin, some classics, elements of writing, much math, formal logic, and critical thinking skills, both young men moved forward to pursue rigorous academic disciplines and careers. They mentored their peers who were somewhat ill-prepared for college level writing challenges with remarkable success. The older is an Aerospace Engineer that graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the younger is a Data Scientist after graduating from Florida Polytechnic University.

As a proponent of keeping the HOME in homeschooling, I encourage parents to focus on helping their child discover their passion. Benefits from choosing a curriculum centered on the acquisition of first-hand experiences and real discovery helped us in raising two independent thinkers who have empathy and compassion. The non-competitive environment they were afforded eliminated fear and uncertainty, allowing for optimal learning experiences. Our family was truly blessed by the community and support from our fellow KONOS™ families no matter where we found ourselves.

Enjoy the pictures. This is a glimpse into the hands-on discovery, farm day picnics, field trips, and glorious travels.
Alta Wehmeyer

06/17/2018