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Homeschooling can be pretty complicated, and, at times, complicated and exhausting. Each of us has signed up to be fully present with our children 24/7 toward raising higher character by using academics as our tool to teach how to learn, diligence, imagination, and critical thinking skills for infinity and beyond. This requires dedicated focus! Through walking alongside, Faithful Scholars Option 3 association seeks to shift your current expenditure of energy into a simpler approach and a beautiful lifestyle.
Join us at a special event or a getaway retreat that is sure to become some of your core memories. Build a foundation of lifelong connection and learning for your whole family the Faithful Scholars way!
FALL PICNIC October 12, 2024
WHAT: Fall Picnic
WHEN: October 12, 2024
TIME: 4pm to 7pm
WHERE: Roy Hardin Park 8341 Shelley Mullis Rd, Fort Mill, SC 29707
HIGHLIGHTS: playground and a few picnic tables
WHO: Current Faithful Scholars Option 3 association families and those considering becoming an FS member (login to make sure your membership is up to date!!). Grandparents are welcome for an additional fee of $5
COST: $10/family (provides location and main dish)
REGISTER HERE!
BRING: Through a generous gift from FMAH (Fort Mill Area Homeschoolers), we hope to cover all main and side dishes for our Fall and Spring picnics. We will keep the (current and required) payment per family going toward the next and the next and the next to make our picnics as simple & delightful for as long as possible.
- chairs or picnic blanket
- drinks of choice (most places will be alcohol-free)
- plate, bowl, utensils, plastic bag to bring home dirty dishes (going green where it makes a difference)
- balls, nets, games of choice (label everything, please)
SPRING PICNIC May 24, 2025
WHAT: Spring Picnic
WHEN: May 24, 2025
TIME: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- 10:00 AM K graduation ceremony
- 4:00 PM 8th and senior graduation ceremony
WHERE: Pickens, SC; Hagood Mill Pavillion
HIGHLIGHTS: large field for tag, disc golf, safe creek for water play, and a covered pavilion
WHO: Current Faithful Scholars Option 3 association families and those considering becoming an FS member (login to make sure your membership is up to date!!). Grandparents and extended family are welcome but must also REGISTER HERE as their own family unit.
COST: $10/family (provides location and main dish**)
REGISTER HERE!
BRING: **Through a generous gift from FMAH (Fort Mill Area Homeschoolers), we hope to cover all main and side dishes for our Fall and Spring picnics. We will keep the (current and required) payment per family going toward the next and the next and the next to make our picnics as simple & delightful for as long as possible.
- chairs or picnic blanket
- drinks of choice (most places will be alcohol-free)
- plate, bowl, utensils, plastic bag to bring home dirty dishes (going green where it makes a difference)
- balls, nets, games of choice (label everything, please)
GRADUATION CEREMONIES
K, 8th, 12th May 24, 2025
WHAT: Graduation Ceremonies for K, 8th, and seniors
WHEN: May 24, 2025
TIMES:
- 10:00 AM Kindergarten graduation
- 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Picnic
- 4:00 PM 8th grade and senior graduation
WHERE: Pickens, SC; Hagood Mill Pavillion
HIGHLIGHTS: all graduates are able to purchase cap/gown in the color of their choice (Amazon is the least expensive) or can wear church casual; caps can be decorated (even baseball caps); and brag tables set up to highlight each student’s journey.
8th and seniors select their walk up song
Kindergarten certificates are presented by the parents who are invited to say a few words of encouragement to their student and other families.
WHO: Current Faithful Scholars Option 3 association families and those considering becoming an FS member (login to make sure your membership is up to date!!). Grandparents and extended family are welcome. If attending the Spring picnic, they will need to REGISTER HERE.
COST: $10/family (provides location and main)
GRADUATES REGISTER HERE!
BRING FOR GRADUATION CEREMONY ONLY: Chairs for each person. There will be around 100 chairs, but they fill up quickly.
BRING FOR PICNIC: Through a generous gift from FMAH (Fort Mill Area Homeschoolers), we hope to cover all main and side dishes for our Fall and Spring picnics. We will keep the (current and required) payment per family going toward the next and the next and the next to make our picnics as simple & delightful for as long as possible.
- chairs or picnic blanket
- drinks of choice (most places will be alcohol-free)
- plate, bowl, utensils, plastic bag to bring home dirty dishes (going green where it makes a difference)
- balls, nets, games of choice (label everything, please)
Stay tuned for our next event!
What They’re Saying
General Thank you so much for your time! I haven’t filled out the membership yet—I’ve just been reaching out to associations, gathering information, and reading about SC homeschooling requirements and recommendations online : ) South Carolina is set up differently for homeschooling than the previous states we’ve lived in. I feel like your association provides great support for homeschoolers, especially for high school- and, you answered in person and followed up with a knowledge and wisdom-filled workshop! Thank you!
Thank you in advance for the high school workshop and the help you provided! Navigating these high school years, no navigating transcripts, is so difficult but you made it simple!
All presenters worked hard to make Mamas feel like what they were doing was what was best. I really appreciated that. I also really appreciated that there was an allowed day option. The food was great and the one-on-one sessions were greatly appreciated as well. It was nice to feel like what each family was doing was good as long as it was best for their family.
Thank you Katie! I’m glad I was there, I learned so much. I went home and apologized to my child. We can do better.
It was so fun to meet you this weekend. Your spirit of enjoyment of life exudes, and your eagerness to create a better future path for home school families is beautiful. It was amazing to share time with you this past weekend. We have made changes and are already seeing positive rewards.
The FS retreat encouraged me as a homeschooling momma, but on a deeper level developed lasting lifelong friendships that I treasure to this day. Homeschooling can be hard and daunting, but having friends in your corner who know you and love, and your children, gives you strength to press on. Attending the retreat will help you find your people and nourish your soul.
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Faithful Scholars is a trusted and experienced legal option 3 homeschool association in SC as recognized by the SC State Board of Education. Our team has a passion to meet you where you are and grow you forward toward the enchantment of using academics to grow up your children.
