You may want to visit an apple picking farm if your passion is for the outdoors. It is possible to search online for apple picking farms near you or call ahead. Call ahead to confirm hours and varieties. Bring sunscreen, bug spray, water, and a picnic basket. While many farms accept credit cards for payment, it is a good idea to bring cash along with your bags and cash if you're picking apples from a farm that does not. The farm owner will usually be more than happy to accept payment for apples, but you may want to bring your own.
Hillview Farms
Whether you want a simple day out with the family or a full day out with your significant other, Hillview Farms in Newburyport, Massachusetts, has everything you need to make your apple-picking experience a memorable one. More than 60 varieties are available to pick from, and they are open 9-5 every day. If you are looking for something new, you will find a farm store that sells delicious products made with fresh local produce.
Bishop's Orchards
If you're in the mood for an apple picking adventure, look no further than Bishop's Orchards. The family-owned orchard dates back to 1871. The orchard survived both the Great Depression and the construction of Interstate 95. Keith Bishop and his four kids currently manage the orchard. I was able to taste some of the different varieties of apples grown at the farm during a visit.
Dr. Davies Farm
This is the place to go if you are looking for a safe and family-friendly area for cider making and apple picking. Congers' Dr. Davies Farm is a New York farm. You can also enjoy a hayride. There are more than four acres of apples trees at the farm. The farm also offers hayrides as well as corn mazes and hayrides. The farm is also dog friendly, so your dog can join the fun.
Barton Orchard
Barton Orchard North Bend offers a day of apple picking, fun in the cornmaze, and more. This working orchard features a corn maze and baked goods filled with fruit. Enjoy a warm cup of apple cider with a walk through the corn maze. Enjoy picking your own apples or simply relax in the orchard’s picnic area. To enjoy the delicious fruit-filled treats, you can bring your picnic basket!
Garwood Orchards
Garwood Orchards, in LaPorte (Indiana), is a great place to pick apples. This family farm has over 200 acres of apple trees and was established in 1831. Apple picking season is typically from mid-late August until the end of October. There are many apple varieties to choose from, such as Zestar which is sweet and sweet, Blondee which is crunchy and Gold Rush which is crispy and juicy.
FAQ
How do I select my major?
Students choose their majors by their interests. Because they find it easier to study something they love, some students choose to major on a subject that they really enjoy. Others wish to pursue a career that is not available. Others decide to major because they want to earn money while studying. Whatever your reason, you should think about what type of job you would like to have after graduation.
There are many ways to get information about different fields of study. You can talk to family members or friends about your experiences in these areas. You can check newspapers and magazines to see if any jobs are listed. Talk to a guidance counselor at high school about possible career paths. Visit Career Services in your local library. Your local library has books on a variety of topics. Use the Internet to find websites related to particular careers.
What are the types of early child education?
There are many ways that early childhood education can be described. Here are some of the most commonly used ones:
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Preschool - Children ages 2 to 5
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PreKindergarten for children aged 4-6
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Head Start/Hestart - Children aged 0-3
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Day Care/ Daycares- Children aged 0-5
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Child Care Centers – Children aged 0-18
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Family Child Care - Children from 0-12 Years of Age
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Home schooling - Children aged KG to 16.
What is a trade school?
Trade schools provide an alternative pathway for students who have not achieved success at traditional higher educational institutions to earn a college degree. They offer career-focused programs designed to prepare students for specific careers. The programs offer two-year courses in one semester. Students then go on to a paid apprenticeship program, where they are trained in a specific job skill set and given practical training. Trade schools can be vocational schools, technical colleges or community colleges. Some trade schools also offer associate degree programs.
What is the difference in public and private schools?
All students are eligible to attend public schools for free. They offer education from kindergarten to high school. Private schools charge tuition fees. They offer education from preschool to college.
Charter schools are public-funded but privately managed. Charter schools don't use traditional curricula. They give students more freedom and allow them to pursue their interests.
Charter schools are popular among parents who believe their children should have access to quality education regardless of financial status.
Is it hard to be a teacher?
A major commitment is required to be a teacher. You will need to give a significant amount time to your studies.
You can expect to work 40 hours per semaine while earning your degree.
You will also need to find a job that suits your schedule. Part-time jobs are difficult to find for students who want to balance school and work.
When you are hired for a full-time job, you will most likely be required to teach classes during the school day. You may be required to travel across the country to teach classes during the week.
How can I apply to college
There are many different ways to apply to college. Contact your high school guidance counselor to get started. Many high schools use online applications. You can also get in touch with local colleges. Most colleges will accept applications over the Internet through their website.
You can apply by mail, but you will need to complete the application and write a personal essay. Also, send copies of any required documents. You can use the personal statement to tell why you would like to study at this school and what its benefits are to you. It also helps the admissions committee understand your goals and motivations.
You can download sample essays from this website.
Who can homeschool?
Anyone can homeschool. No special qualifications are required.
It is possible for parents to teach their children after they have finished high school. Many families opt to have their children teach them while they are in college.
Parents with less formal education can learn how to teach their children.
Parents can become certified teachers after completing certain requirements. These requirements may vary by state.
Some states require all homeschooled students to complete a test before graduation. Others do not.
Parents who want to homeschool their children must register them with the local school district.
This process involves filling out paperwork and submitting it to the school board.
Parents are permitted to enroll their children in private or public schools after they have registered.
A few states allow homeschooling without the need to register their children with government agencies.
If you live in one these states, your responsibility is to ensure that your children are compliant with the state's compulsory attendance laws.
Statistics
- Data from the Department of Education reveal that, among 2008 college graduates, 92.8 percent of humanities majors have voted at least once since finishing school. (bostonreview.net)
- These institutions can vary according to different contexts.[83] (en.wikipedia.org)
- Think of the rhetorical power of nineteenth-century abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe, Martin Luther King, Jr., or Occupy Wall Street activists with their rallying cry of “we are the 99 percent.” (bostonreview.net)
- “Children of homeowners are 116% more likely to graduate from college than children of renters of the same age, race, and income. (habitatbroward.org)
- And, within ten years of graduation, 44.1 percent of 1993 humanities graduates had written to public officials, compared to 30.1 percent of STEM majors. (bostonreview.net)
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Why homeschool?
There are several things you should consider when deciding whether your child will attend school at home or in a public school.
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What type of education do you want for your child? Are you looking for academic excellence or social skills development?
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What degree of involvement would you prefer to have in your child’s education. Is it better to be kept up-to-date about your child's activities? Or would you rather let him/her make decisions on his/her own?
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Are your children special? How can you help your child?
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Can you manage the time of your child? Can you commit to teaching your child at home every day?
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What topics will you cover? Math, science, language arts, art, music, history, geography, etc. ?
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How much do you have to pay for your child's education
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Is your child old enough for school?
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Where will you house your child? This includes finding a space large enough for a classroom, as well as providing adequate facilities such as bathrooms and kitchens.
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What is your child’s age?
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When is your child supposed to go to bed?
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When will he/she awaken?
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How long does it take for you to get from A to B?
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How far is your child's school from home?
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How far is your home from your child's school?
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How will you transport your child between school and home?
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What are some of the benefits of homeschooling
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What are the disadvantages?
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Who will watch your child while he/she's outside?
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What are your expectations?
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Which type of discipline would you prefer?
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What curriculum will your school use?
There are many reasons that people homeschool their children. Some of these reasons are:
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Your child has learning difficulties that prevent him/her to attend traditional schools.
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You are looking for an alternative method of education for your child.
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You need more flexibility when it comes to scheduling.
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Avoid high tuition fees
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Your child is receiving an education of a higher quality than the one he/she could get in a traditional school.
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You believe that you can teach your child more than the teacher at a traditional school.
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You don't like the way the school system works.
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The rules and regulations of school are confusing to you.
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You want your child develop a strong work ethic.
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You want your child to have the freedom of choosing which courses they take.
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You want to give your child individual attention.
There are other benefits to homeschooling:
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It is not necessary to worry about uniforms and books, pencils, pencils, paper, or other supplies.
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You can customize your child's education according to his/her interests.
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Homeschooling allows parents the opportunity to spend time together with their children.
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Homeschooled students are more likely to learn faster than their peers, as they aren't distracted by other people.
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Homeschoolers score higher on standardized exams.
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Homeschool families tend to be happier overall.
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Homeschool students are less likely to drop out of school.