It is important that young people read and write poems and getting them started can be simple. Mary Ellen Barrett shows us how.
Read More »A Good Man Remembered: Rob Lee Jones (1957-2022)
The good done by husband, father, and teacher Rob Lee Jones remains alive in this world, in the work he left us, and the lives he touched.
Read More »Lessons from the Testing Coach: Life Hacks to Raise Your Score
Using practical advice and common sense, these life hacks from an experienced testing coach can help you raise your standardized test score considerably.
Read More »Of Cowboys and Texas, and a Promise Kept
Bruce Clark never forgot how his spirit was lifted by cowboy legends during dark and trying times of his youth and a promise he made to give something back.
Read More »St. Anthony of Padua – Holy, Humble, and Eloquent Preacher
Anthony’s sermons were eloquent, passionate, and knowledgeable and while they were profound, they were simple enough for the average person to understand.
Read More »Let’s Stop Mis-Defining Genius
Our job as parents is to stop pigeonholing genius to classrooms and books, embrace the countless forms of genius, and see the brilliance in our children.
Read More »The Secret to Finding Answers When Looking in the Mirror
This priestly advice given to John Clark on his wedding day changed what he saw in the mirror. Try it and you may never look at a mirror the same way again.
Read More »The Art of Handwriting and Why It Makes Us Smarter
Studies say that good handwriting makes us smarter and improves our memory but, as Ashlyn points out, penmanship can also save us from embarrassing moments.
Read More »We Can Learn Much From Diagramming
Diagramming sentences helps students become better writers by teaching to write simply and clearly, and increase their mental capabilities for reasoning.
Read More »Crossroads Pro-Life Alumni Shares How Seton Influenced Him
How did Seton influence him? Seton grad Alex says, "the writing, definitely the writing. Seton really teaches students to write well. In college, I was at an advantage". Alex has walked across America with Crossroads Pro-Life and is now in campus ministry in North Florida and podcasting Catholic Bros on the Rocks.
Read More »Is It Okay for Me to Look at the Tests Before My Son Takes Them?
Seton Home Study School's Dr. Mary Kay Clark has advice on test prep, the most important subjects, and the best ways to develop thinking and writing skills.
Read More »7 Things Homeschoolers Should Hear Before Starting College
Seton grad and college sophomore Sarah Kaderbek has seven tips for fellow homeschoolers so their college experience might be even more wonderful than hers!
Read More »How Do I Grade My Son’s Paragraphs?
In this Q & A to families, Dr. Mary Kay Clark helps a mom with paragraph grading, adding that Seton offers videos with extra help on paragraph instruction.
Read More »6 Secrets to Student Success in Writing
Do your students moan and complain when told to write a paragraph? Gina Berrios shares six secrets she uses to pave the road to success in teaching writing.
Read More »You’ll Love These 5 Writing Activities for Homeschoolers
You'll show your children how to write with meaning when they practice these simple, real world writing activities from veteran homeschool mom, Karen Doll.
Read More »5 Easy Tips Guaranteed to Help Improve Your Writing
If you are not using one of these five tips to improve your writing from Mary Anslinger, then stop and read! Any one of them will make you a better writer.
Read More »Homeschoolers – Making Your College Application Stand Out
It's more than just grades! Seton graduate Anna Eileen shares her favorite tips and strategies on making a homeschooler's college application stand out.
Read More »How Seton’s Summer Reading Club Motivated Young Readers
With 500 participants, Seton's Summer Reading Club was successful but we would like to make it even better next year. Would you help by adding your ideas?
Read More »How to Find God’s Will – The Secret to Life Success
Only one real strategy guarantees life success. Courtney Kaderbek offers advice for how to know when you’re doing God’s Will, and how to follow your dreams.
Read More »Is it Necessary to Memorize the Catechism Answers?
In this round of Q & A's from homeschool families, Dr. Mary Kay Clark responds to memorizing the catechism, standardized testing, summer school, and more.
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