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This month's Scholastic Warehouse Sale is from December 2 to17th.
Scholastic Book Fairs Schertz Warehouse
December 02 - December
17
Weekdays (Dec. 2-16): 9 a.m-7 p.m.
Saturdays (Dec. 3, 10 &
17): 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Sundays
5925 Tri-County Parkway Suite
160
Schertz, TX 78154
(800) 633-4270
From IH-35: take exit
#175 in Schertz (Roy Richard/FM 3009), (from the north) stay on the
access road, (from the
south) at light take the turn around to
south bound access road.
Drive 0.3 miles to Shipleys Donuts and
turn right onto Tri-County Parkway. 2nd large warehouse building on
the left.
Turn left between the buildings to the back. Suite 160.
Parking is available on the side of the building.
You can get more information at
http://www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/events/warehouse/states.asp?st_abbrev=TX
ENAACT will have an information session on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m.
The Educational Network for Academics, Arts, and Character Training
(E.N.A.A.C.T) is a homeschool co-operative based in New Braunfels, TX
where teachers “co-teach” with parents. Why parent-based education?
Here at ENAACT Family Academy we believe that parents are God’s
anointed for their children.
We have a one-of-a-kind educational
program that is a viable option for families who are looking for a
positive, affordable educational alternative to public or private
education. Learn more
http://www.enaact.org.
My name is Victoria Liguez and I am the Marketing Coordinator for
American Mensa, the high IQ Society. Mensa is an international society
whose qualification for membership is a score in the top two percent
of the general population on a standardized intelligence test. We have
more than 57,000 members nationwide and more than 100,000 across the
globe.
Parents who choose the home school lifestyle for their families are
consistently on the lookout for new ways to help challenge their kids
intellectually. American Mensa has resources for these families as
well as the opportunity to belong to a distinguished group of
individuals who also value intelligence. We would like to make you
aware of some of the resources that American Mensa provides for
children.
FRED is a publication for kids by kids. This fun magazine gives a
child the chance to see their thoughts in print and to share them with
the world.
Click here for more details about FRED.
A place to connect
with fun, family-friendly activities hosted by any of our 132 local
chapters across the United States.
A significant discount for
the Education Program for Gifted Youth at Stanford University.
EPGY provides students of all
ages (K through advanced-undergraduate) with an individualized
education experience online. Members of Mensa can save up to $3000 on
this program.
For just $63 annually, members receive all this
plus valuable discounts on useful resources like Edmund Scientifics,
Office Depot, and PC Connections.
Your member's children may apply to Mensa by simply submitting
personal test scores from one of the 200 tests we accept. Visit
www.us.mensa.org/testscores for a complete list of the tests and
how to submit scores. Now through January 2012, we are offering $10
off the $40 evaluation fee for prior test scores. Your members would
simply enter promotional code "DPE" on their child's application form
with the submitted test scores. Applications are available at
www.us.mensa.org/application.
If you have more questions about American Mensa please visit
www.us.mensa.org or contact me
at 817-607-0060 ext. 5542 or via email at
victorial@americanmensa.org.
Alamo Heights Gymnastic Academy is offering a homeschool class.
Tuesday 12pm
Friday 12pm
Location
14242 Cross Canyon
San Antonio TX
78232
(Next to the Brook Hallow Library)
Price
$35 Membership Fee
$55 a Month (once a week)
Contact Us
Website
210-315-5507
Tumblebussa@yahoo.com
www.alamoheightsgymnasticsacademy.com
www.tumblebustx.com
First Baptist Church of Bulverde
32445 US Highway 281 N.,
Bulverde, TX 78163-3109
December 1 & 2, 2011 (Thur/Fri) 9-2:30
MASTER THE SAT CLASS
Designed specifically for homeschool students in 9th – 12th grades,
the MASTER THE SAT CLASS covers everything about the SAT from finding
a “homeschool friendly” testing center to the secrets of increasing
your score as much as 600 points! The class will be held on December 1
& 2 at the First Baptist Church of Bulverde (32445 US Highway 281 N.,
Bulverde, TX 78163-3109).
This 2-day workshop will be a hands-on training experience that
will give students all the tools needed to conquer the SAT and
PSAT/NMSQT. Students will learn the logical patterns behind
standardized test questions as well as necessary strategies that can
help increase their test scores tremendously! As a homeschool mom,
Jean helped both her children receive full scholarships through SAT
and PSAT prep! Watch Jean speak about her incredible program on FOX:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3B1cpqm0rQ&feature=related
The
price for the class is $149 per student, which includes 10-hours of
lecture time, the College Prep Genius textbook, College Prep Genius
class workbook, and complete class review DVD (for students to take
all the information home with them!). There is a discount of $99 per
additional sibling. Many colleges have scholarship tiers based on SAT
scores. A simple point raise of 100 points, could potentially mean
thousands of dollars of extra scholarship money. This class may be the
best investment in your student’s future that you could possibly make!
You can listen to her FREE webinar all about how HOMESCHOOLERS can get
huge SCHOLARSHIPS to college! This lecture can mean saving THOUSANDS
of dollars in college tuition!
Art Time is celebrating our children’s artistic creativity during
an Exhibit at the Bulverde/Spring Branch Library
An opening
reception for the young artists will be held at the Bulverde/Spring
Branch Library on Saturday, January 14th, 2012 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
The artwork will be on display through February 7th, 2012
Students who have taken Art Time classes in the past at Hobby Lobby or
any other Art Time location are welcome to submit their art work
You may submit 1-3 art pieces of any medium created during
participation in Art Time or Art & Science camps.
The art
piece must have been created during a session at Art Time
The
deadline for submission is December 17th, 2011 You must make
arrangements via e-mail or phone
arttimeparty@yahoo.com *
830-481-7378 or you may bring the exhibit piece(s) to the
Bulverde/Spring Branch Library on December 17th, 2011 from 3:00pm to
6:00pm
Registration begins in December and league play begins in February.
Youngsters, 6 to 14, are invited to sign up for this socially-themed
recreational basketball program that focuses on teaching youth to make
positive choices and to show respect for all. Call 207-3030 for more
information.
Hello Home Educators! I would like to invite everyone to a
GIS Day event that is being hosted by the local Alamo Area GIS Users
Group (more information at
http://www.scaug.org/Default.aspx?pageId=734326 ), a dedicated
group of local GIS Professionals, Users and Students to educate the
school age children about the exciting technology that integrates
Geography, Science, Geology, Mathematics and lots of other areas of
study into one technology! To learn more, please visit the
www.sagisday.com website.
If you have any questions, please contact any of the personnel listed
on the SAGISDay website, we would be happy to help answer any
questions you may have. The details of the event are listed below:
When: November 18, 2011 from 8:30am to 2pm
Where:
NEISD Community Education Center
8750 Tesoro Drive, San Antonio, TX 78217
Please add the event
to your calendar and thanks in advance! We look forward to
seeing everyone there.
Summit Christian Academy will be hosting an informational meeting
Tuesday, November 8th at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be at Boerne First
Baptist Church, Family Life Building. Please visit
www.scatx.net for more info.
Summit Christian Academy is a University-Model School® located in
the hill country of San Antonio. University-Model Schools allow
parents more involvement in their children's education by combining
the traditional private classroom environment with homeschooling.
Classes are attended Tuesday and Thursday with optional electives on
Wednesday. This allows for more family time on alternate days as
parents guide their children through detailed lessons given by the
teacher to complete their student's education. This formula
allows for better character development as quality relationships
between parents and children are fostered.
The Clowvazar Academy Learning Center is a perfect fit for home
school parents looking for supplemental instructions for their
children in subjects such as Math, Science, and English.
If
you would like to form a group of students within your home school
community for instruction in any subject, please contact us as we can
arrange special sessions that can fit your needs and prices that can
fit your finances.
Our services are affordable and built on a
strong foundation of knowledge. Our tutors, instructors, teachers, and
professionals are all college students, college graduates, or graduate
students with degrees in diverse fields including: Biology,
Anthropology, Classics, History, French, Special Education, English
Instruction and experience in Computer Science and Technology.
Our general services are as follows:
- After School Program
(2:30PM - 6:30, with complementary tutoring -- tutors vary by day)
- Private Tutoring (by appointment)
- Violin Lessons (by
appointment)
- Summer Camps (in June 2012)
- Thanksgiving Camps
(Thanksgiving Week)
Parents with special needs children will
be interested in our private special education program starting in Jan
2012.
http://www.clowvazar.com/
Phone: 210-690-4800
The order information for the homeschool theater discounts has been
updated.
Spread the word to your local lists. These discounts are set up on
behalf of all homeschoolers. Order early for best seating. Please keep
in mind seats are subject to availability especially when they go on
sale to the public.
I need help especially in spreading the
word to SA of the new link AND I really need people in the Houston
area to spread the word there to their local groups. Some great shows
coming up in Austin too.
If you order, please email Susan
Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com
For San Antonio use this link to order now please save for future
reference:
http://www.eventusher.com/
and enter taffiesa
They
have revamped the website of what I had been using. So please let
others know to use this link when they want to order for SA shows.
BAA SA
Order now for these shows.
STOMP Nov 4-6, 2011 for
select performances
Majestic Theater SA
Fri Nov 4, Sat Nov 5,
Sun Nov 6, 2011
Cats Feb 1-5, 2012 for select performances
Wed
Feb 1, Thur Feb 2, Sat Feb 4, Sun Feb 5, 2012
Fiddler on the Roof
Dec 7-11, 2011
Les Miserables Jan 4-8
(note this one is expected
to sell out, it hasn't been in SA in 8
years.)
Blue Man Group.
Feb 21-26 - deadline 2/3
Billy Elliot March 28- April 8 - deadline
3/15
Mary Poppins - Over!
These show listed below only
available by Calling
210-226-5967 or
svillani@majesticempire.com
Please identify yourself as a
Friend of Taffie
Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
December 27-28, 2011
Majestic Theatre
added
Hal Holbrook
Tonight
Laurie Auditorium
Nov 6 730pm
The Kings of Salsa
Majestic Theater
Nov 20 730pm
A Very Latin Christmas w/
Henry Brun and the Latin Playerz
Empire Theater
Dec 2 730pm
The Chieftains
Lila Cockrell Theatr
Feb 29 7:30pm
Written and directed by Sharon Manacapilli
An old-fashioned Who
Dun It Murder Mystery. Come see if you can figure out the mystery
before someone else dies.
Nov 3, 4, 5 and 10, 11, 12- 7:30 pm
Nov 6 and 13- 2:30 pm
8414 Speedway
San Antonio, TX 78230
Tickets: $8.00 Students, Seniors (65+), SATCO members
$10.00 all others
Tickets can be purchased
online-
www.crystalseadrama.org/Tickets.html;
From cast members
And at the door.
HOME SCHOOL TENNIS CLASSES for two age groups and moms after
if they want
Hi, I am Coach Eric a home school dad for
15 years with one of the biggest and longest running home school
tennis programs in the area.
All classes are drop in
rates - you play you pay, no commitment or package fees
9:30 am, Small kids HOME SCHOOL class - cost $10 A
beginning/introductory to intermediate class for 5-10 year olds -
10:30 am, big kids home school class cost $10 A
beginning/introductory to intermediate class for 10-year olds and
up-ish.
many other classes as well and
discounts for coming to more than one class Check out details at
http://ericjamescoaching.com/services/current_tennis_schedule
ResourceDescription:
Fitness and well nes for the whole family
but especially the home school family with Fitness for kids that home
school. and PE classes that are taught like a home school parent
wants with activity and information. PE classes also follow Boy
Scout belt loop and merit badge criteria so student can get guidance
for those as well
210-396-3063 or
ericsemail2@gmail.com
New shows have been added to our homeschool theater discounts.
These offers are open to homeschoolers, friends and family so please
share. Spread the word to your local lists. These discounts are
set up on behalf of all homeschoolers. Order early for best
seating.
If you order, please email Susan Frederick at
sjf@jsoft.com
San Antonio
Note from our group rep:
"Billy Elliot as well as shows for
Arts San Antonio have been added. Please be aware, if you want tickets
for Fiddler on the Roof and Les Miserables they are close to selling
out even though they are weeks away. As performances sell out I will
be forced to take them off sale to you. So please get them quickly."
BAA SA
Order now for these shows.
STOMP Nov 4-6, 2011 for
select performances
Majestic Theater SA
Fri Nov 4, Sat Nov 5,
Sun Nov 6, 2011
Cats Feb 1-5, 2012 for select performances
Wed
Feb 1, Thur Feb 2, Sat Feb 4, Sun Feb 5, 2012
Fiddler on the Roof
Dec 7-11, 2011
Les Miserables Jan 4-8
(note this one is expected
to sell out, it hasn't been in SA in 8
years.)
Blue Man Group.
Feb 21-26 - deadline 2/3
Billy Elliot March 28- April 8 - deadline
3/15
Mary Poppins - Over!
go to
http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/groupsales
and enter your
special password: taffiesa
These show listed below only
available by Calling 210-226-5967 or
svillani@majesticempire.com
Please identify yourself as a
Friend of Taffie
Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
December 27-28, 2011
Majestic Theatre
added
Hal Holbrook
Tonight
Laurie Auditorium
Nov 6 730pm
The Kings of Salsa
Majestic Theater
Nov 20 730pm
A Very Latin Christmas w/
Henry Brun and the Latin Playerz
Empire Theater
Dec 2 730pm
The Chieftains
Lila Cockrell Theatr
Feb 29 7:30pm
New Braunfels Science School offers science curriculum for middle
school aged students in grades 5-9. All courses are taught by a master
science educator in a laboratory setting.
Our school has daily
hands-on activities and labs that are appealing to students and engage
them as active learners.
Current Course Offerings include;
Earth Science for grades 6 or 7
Life Science for grades 7 or 8
Physical Science/Chemistry for
grades 8 or 9
Environmental Science Classes for grades 5/6, 7/8 or
9.
Animal Science Classes for grades 5/6, 7/8 or 9.
6 Class sessions are offered through the year so one is starting
soon! Please check online for a course schedule at
www.nbscienceschool.com
Experience chills that tickle your funny bone and make your hair
stand on end. Guest will travel through a maze of mysteries and tricks
and leave with a treat!
Where: Landa Park Aquatics Complex
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Who: All ages How: Pre-register at
830-221-4370 or pay at the door Cost: $5/person For more info:
Pre-register at 830-221-4370 or pay at the door
The San Antonio Wolverines varsity baseball team is in our 4th year
of existence and we play San Antonio and surrounding area high school
baseball teams. We are in need of players for the spring 2012
season. We have a professional coach, who played for the Florida
Marlins farm club. He is really good with the players and he is
determined to help develop players into physical athletes. If
you have any questions, please let me know.
If you are interested please call/e-mail Juan Munoz at:
jmunoz@sahomeschoolbaseball.org or call at (210) 256-7770 or (210)
383-1990. Also, you can visit our website at
www.sahomeschoolbaseball.org.
Local artist Moni Avila will be having Dio de los Muertos workshops
for homeschoolers at Gever Street Studio, 718 S Gever street SATX
78203
From 11am - 1pm on the following days
10/14
Skeletons (paper mache)
10/19 History/general information/ Papel
Picado
10/21 Printmaking
10/26 Paper marigolds and setting up
a traditional altar
Please let me know which classes you are
interested in each class is $5. The age range is 3 years and up.
Stephanie Rodriguez
sarod2575@att.net
Ag Fair 2011, Oct 11-29, at the Texas Agriculture Education &
Heritage Center, Seguin, Texas is geared to 4th grade level students.
Its mission is to teach our young people about agriculture, where
their food and fiber come from. Limited space is available on
certain days. Please call for information. Web site is
www.texagedu.org,
The International Museum of Cultures, 7500 W. Camp Wisdom, Dallas,
invites students to participate in the "MINORITY LANGUAGE POST
CONTEST" that will be on exhibit at Executive Airport, Dallas on Oct.
28-30.
Posters are to be 18" x 24". The subject is the
showcasing of non-national; non-European language. The posters
may contain a map of the location; a description of the people (photo
or drawing); sample of their writing system; and/or any information
about the culture, food, clothing, craft, etc.
There will be
three age groups for prize presentation--K-2; 3-6; middle sch/high
sch. First prize winners in each category will be afforded an
airplane ride courtesy of JAARS; 2nd place winners will receive
membership in in the Junior Anthropology Club; 3rd place prizes will
be family passes to the International Museum of Cultures.
Posters are to be delivered/received at the museum not later than
Monday, Oct. 24th. For further information call 972 708 7406.
www.internationalmuseumofcultures.org
We are having a GREAT experience with Tennis for Homeschoolers,
taught by Windcrest Tennis Center!! They are so friendly, so
professional, so polite, and so fun!! My kids are having a wonderful
time, and all of my children are asking to continue lessons there!
I encourage you to come and check out the class; the best time to
see it right now is on Thursdays, from 2-330pm. The suggested age
range is 10+ (but I think a 9 year old would probably do just fine.)
The class is offered on Thursdays, 2-330pm. ( A Tuesday class is
planned, but there have not been enough students on Tuesdays yet to
warrant a Tuesday class. If Tuesdays work better for you, and
you know you want to play, please call them! Otherwise, come try the
class on a Thursday! If there are enough students, they can offer
Tuesday AND Thursday, and you can take lessons once OR twice per week,
on either day or both).
They have put this class together just for
homeschoolers, and on the very first day, my kids learned forehand,
backhand, some hitting strategies, and played the instructor in a
mini-game!
The cost is $95/month, which covers
both Tuesday and Thursday for
3 hours of
instruction per week, which broken down monthly is less than $8 per
hour of instruction, which is an excellent price for the top-notch
instruction. (
I believe that the cost is half that for one day per week, but
please call and ask. Also
Please ask about their Pay-What-You-Can Program if cost
is prohibitive.) This class has just begun and you can start at any
time, it is not too late to join in the fun! You are welcome to try a
class before you decide!
Windcrest Tennis Center
302
Zephyr
San Antonio, TX 78239
windcresttennis.com
210-590-8500
Join us for a Scholastic Book Fair, hosted by the Vineyard Church
of San Antonio!
Open to everyone, books are available for toddler
through high school.
Please feel free to cross-post this
invitation to other homeschool groups!
Here are the the W's:
What? Scholastic Book Fair
When? Oct
17, 18, 19 -- 10am - 3 pm
Where? Vineyard Church of SA, 7530
Bandera Rd.
Why? To encourage reading in our students, connect
with our community, and support homeschool groups in our area
Who
do I contact if I need more info? heck out our webpage or contact Anna
at annaDOTgaffordATgmailDOTcom
www.MasterMath.info offers
a free Middle School Math curriculum, with over 100 sequential lessons
on the concepts needed to prepare a student for high school math. Each
lesson includes a fun, 10 – 15 minute video lesson covering that
lesson’s concepts, and allowing the student to “You Try It”. The video
lessons are accompanied by a Worksheet to print and practice the
concepts taught in the lesson, plus a self-grading on-line quiz, which
show how to correctly do any problem the student misses on the quiz.
All this material is free!
MasterMath also offers you a way to take your student to the next
level. Adding some private tutoring to the free lessons will allow me
to either remediate, if the student hasn’t mastered the concepts, or
push the student further, if she “gets it”. I personally conduct all
of the tutoring sessions.
These one hour lessons are conducted over
GoToMeeting, a safe, secure virtual meeting website. The student
sees me and my computer screen, hears me, and can solve problems I put
on my screen. I can hear the student, and see his computer screen. All
you need is an internet connection, and a microphone on your computer
(or a telephone). It’s a Virtual Classroom experience!
The normal price for tutoring is $35 for one session, $105 for 4
sessions, or $175 for 8 sessions. BUT, for any sessions purchased
before October 12, 2011, I’ll double your credits! Purchase a lesson
for $35, I’ll give you two lessons. Purchase 8 lessons for $175, I’ll
give you 16 lessons! That’s less than $11 per hour!
You can use these lessons whenever you need them. There is no need
to schedule them all at once. Just schedule a lesson whenever you
think it would be helpful.
At the risk of sounding like I’m
selling cars, let me throw out one more incentive. Purchase lessons
between now and October 6th, and I’ll throw in free Quarterly Exams
for the rest of this year. After a student has completed a quarter,
I’ll send you a test that will assess the student’s comprehension of
the concepts covered during that quarter. Return the Quarterly Exam to
me, I’ll grade it, and return it to you with comments on what needs to
be worked on further.
Help your student get the most out of MasterMath. Add some
one-on-one tutoring sessions. Visit
MasterMath – Schedule A Session to take your student’s math
education to the next level.
Weekly classes 2:30 - 4:00, Friday
Ages 8 and up
Lessons on
basic sewing techniques using the sewing machine. Each lesson builds
skills with the students moving into individual projects when ready.
$40 per month
Weekly Lessons 4:00 - 5:30, Friday
Ages 8 and up
Supervised
"sit and sew" time for students working on individual projects.
Instructor is available to answer questions and demonstrate techniques
for projects. All projects must be approved by Instructor.
$15 per
week or $40 per month, if paid in advance.
Classes held at Bernina Sewing Center, inside Hancock Fabrics, 7046
Bandera Road, 78238
Contact Jan Larson for more information:
ILoveSewingAndSuch@gmail.com
www.ILoveSewingAndSuch.com
210-415-9453
Workshops and activities scheduled throughout the week (October 4 -
8).
Are you interested in mammals, insects, reptiles, birds, grasses,
trees, fishes or aquatic invertebrates? Become a citizen scientist!
Volunteers receive training and hands-on experience doing surveys
that monitor the nature center ecology and inform land management
practices. Join the research team of your choice for one to three
days. Attend the Friday evening Citizen Science Research Seminar and
dinner. Please go to:
http://www.wildlifefieldresearch.org to find detailed information
and register.
COST: FREE but registration is necessary and CNC membership is
encouraged.
FREE TO CHILDREN OF ALL AGES
The Annual Children's Symposium
Sponsored by The San Antonio Parks Foundation, The Starlight
Foundation, KRTU, Best Buy
Join us Saturday, September 24, 2011, in
front of the Jefferson Street Stage, for the annual Children's
Symposium. Registration begins at 9:30 A.M. with the seminar from
10:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
This event will introduce your children to
FOUR Areas of Music Study:
Percussion (Congas/Timabales/Shakers)
Vocals (Your Voice - Your Instrument)
High Brass (Trumpet/Flugel
Horn)
Woodwinds (Saxophone/Flute/Clarinet)
**Free Jazz'SAlive
t-shirt to all participants!**
(while supplies last)
PARENTS
MUST ACCOMPANY THEIR CHILDREN.
For more information call
210-733-3806 or 210-212-8423
(Instructor: Desiree Johnson) / Ages 7 & Up
September 6-December
13, 2011 / Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00-1:00pm / $325.00
REGISTER
Students will learn the art of dance with emphasis on correct
placement, posture and execution as this level is building a strong
foundation for further dance training, while continuing to nurture the
love of dance. Once a student has reached this level Jazz may be added
to the repertoire.
Homeschool Acting (Instructor: Maryclaire
Ireland) / AGES 7 & UP
September 6-October 15, 2011 / Tuesdays
11:00am-12:00pm / $175.00
REGISTER
Whether you love acting or you’re just getting started, Homeschool
Acting provides each student the personalized attention they need to
build their confidence and abilities.
Stone Oak Youth Theatre and Dance Company 210-481-2400
www.stoneoakyouththeatre.com
Picture Your World, sponsored by Green Spaces Alliance of South
Texas, has been in operation for 10 years. We provide 7 nature/photo
workshops to kids 8-18 during the school year. In the past, many
homeschoolers have participated in our workshops as well as our spring
photo competition. In fact, I will be giving a special workshop on
October 11 at Medina River Natural Area to homeschoolers during the
school day. Our workshops are normally held Sundays from 1-4:30 at
various outdoor locations. I'm attaching a calendar of our events.
Each workshop consists of information about taking good photos, a
nature walk with a Master Naturalist, and a short critique of some of
the photos taken on our walk. We provide the location, water, snacks,
a professional photographer as an instructor, a Master Naturalist, and
a camera for those that don't have one. (We'll burn CD's to send to
each individual who has borrowed a camera.) Cost of the workshop is
$10. for Green Spaces Alliancer members and $15. for non members. Go
to greensatx.org for more
information. You can also contact me at this address or call me at
210-573-8943. Sherry Christensen Picture Your World Project Manager
Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas
www.greensatx.org
sherry@greensatx.org
Art classes that will encourage your young artist by defining basic
art concepts and developing skills that will progress over an 8 week
course to a finished painting and drawing project.
Classes for ages 6-8 will be held Tues 5:15-6:30, and ages 9-12
will be Thurs 5:15-6:30
This will be an 8 week course starting the
week of Sept 27 to Nov 15. Course costs are 160.00 plus drawing pad
and pencils. All other supplies will be provided in studio.
Classes will be held at the Chianti to Canvas studio, 20626 Stone
Oak Pkwy, ste. 203 at Ciel Plaza.
If someone would like to put together a class with a minimum of 6
participants, we would be happy to open up another section at a time
of your choosing for lessons.
info@chiantitocanvas.com
Here is the info for those interested in Ravenstar homeschool
classes in October and November, don't forget you must pre-register
for the classes:
October 11th and 19th, 2011 11-12:30pm NATURE
JOURNALING @ LANDA PARK (New Braunfels)
Study the works of nature's
literary greats befoe venturing into the outdoors to explore the
different styles of writing and compose your great masterpiece.
November 8th and 16th, 2011 11-12:30pm ASTRONOMY 101 @ New
Braunfels Public LIBRARY
Ever wonder how a telescope really works?
Can you find the North Star? View the night sky in the star lab
planetarium and learn from the experts in the New Braunfels Astronomy
Club.
Classes are $5 per student with a $15/family max.
Pre-registration is required!
Please call or e-mail with any
questions, #830-626-1776,
education@ravenstaroutdoors.org
Payment is due at time of
registration. Classes with fewer then 20 students may be cancelled.
Registration is held at the community center of your choice during
regular business hours through October. Co-ed volley is geared toward
novice players ages 6 to 16. Six player teams, co-ed triples and
triple volleyball depending on the number who want to play.
Participants may register as a group, team or individual. Call
207-3030 for more information.
The Wolverines are looking for high school aged players for the
Spring 2012 baseball season. If you are a homeschool baseball
player and want to compete on a varsity or JV level team, please
contact us to arrange for information regarding the team.
First fall practice, 13 Sept 2011, will be at Bain Field off
McCollugh and Basse Rd at 3:30pm to 6:30pm.
Contact
jmunoz@sahomeschoolbaseball.org if you have questions.
Come join the Hill Country Homeschooled Girl Scouts! We meet at
Beefy's Backyard Burgers (about 5 mi. N of 1604 on Hwy. 281) the 1'st
and 3'rd Tuesdays of each month from 2:00-3:30. Our first meeting will
be Sept. 6th. We have the following levels with leaders ready for your
girl to join--Daisies (K and 1st), Brownies (2nd and 3rd) and Juniors
(4th and 5th). Siblings are welcome to play on the playscape while the
girls are in their groups. For more information e-mail Michelle
Vequist at miamid13@yahoo.com or call at 210-865-5999.
The Art Time program develops creative thinking and fosters
self-expression through art. Each class starts with a warm-up exercise
that targets specific thinking skills and stimulates creative process.
Then children apply what they’ve just learned to the art technique
presented that day. Students will work with variety of high quality
materials including soft/oil pastels, foil, watercolors, rice paper,
acrylics, clay and much more…. Some of the art projects are designed
in the styles of the world’s famous artists. While learning new art
techniques and discovering different styles, it is up to the children
to decide exactly how their art will turn out.
Wednesdays, Hobby Lobby
Stone Oak 11:00am-12:15pm Beg. Sept 14, No class November 23
Thursdays,
Hobby Lobby Bitters Beg. Sept. 15,No class November 24
11:00am-12:15pm
Tuition fee is $99 plus $39 for supplies for 12 weeks.
You must pre-register by E-Mailing (preferred method) ArtTimeParty@yahoo.com
or call 830-481-7378
Calling all home school moms! You are invited to participate in the
NW San Antonio Chapter of Borne Adventure-Us. We are an Usborne book
camp that provides children 0-11 years old with a high quality
educational book, an activity kit to help them in their exploration of
the topic and an exciting activity to spark their interest to
investigate the book on their own!
Written by a home school mom
and daughter, these camps are catered specifically towards home school
families. Ages are divided into three groups; Baby (Ages 0-3), Junior
(Ages 4-5), and Borne Adventure-Us (Ages 6-11). Pre-Registration is
necessary and space is limited, so if you are interested, please
contact Rachel Huffmire @ 801-502-3738.
As a home schooler myself,
I've fallen in love with Usborne Books and would love to share them
with you. Feel free to sign up for a class occasionally, or come to
all of them! We'd love to have you!
(Pricing is by family)
September Schedule
7th @ 11:00: Junior Borne (Ages 4-5) Farmyard
Adventures $16.00
14th @ 1:00: Borne Adventure-Us (Ages 6-11) See Inside Your Body
$12.00
21st @ 11:00: Baby Borne (Ages 0-3) Babies First Animals $10.00
28th @1:00: Borne Adventure-Us (Ages 6-11) We Heart Art $20.00
The program will be on Friday from 1:00-2:30
The cost is $120
per player
The Dominion Home School Program will meet for 8 classes
for a total of 12 class hours. The class curriculum will consist of
History of The Game, Ethics of the Game, Rules of The Game, Technical
Training of all Strokes and Tactical Training of the Game
Email: dominionhptennis@yahoo.com
Website:
http://www.the-dominion.com/
Phone: 210-698-2288
A beginning Lincoln-Douglas Debate Course.
WHEN: Thursdays, Beginning September 9 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
through December 15, 2011
WHERE: 12614 Carriage Dove, San Antonio,
TX -- Near UTSA, DeZavala and Babcock
WHAT: Fundamentals of
Lincoln-Douglas Debate using the Monument Press Redbook Curriculum --
NCFCA Resolution --- Students must purchase the Redbook.
COST:
$40/month
Limited availability -- Please contact Lee Ann at
Lcrockett@sbcglobal.net
Since 2002, Green Spaces Alliance has introduced thousands of
children to
photography and the wonders of nature through the Picture Your
World Youth Photography Project. Starting in September and ending in
April, Green Spaces’ program instructor, a professional photographer,
and a naturalist lead monthly workshops that teach students the basics
of photography and build their appreciation for the natural world. The
workshops take place at beautiful outdoor sites throughout the San
Antonio area, such as Government Canyon, Medina River Natural Area,
and the Land Heritage Institute.
In May, the program culminates
with a nature photography contest that awards cash prizes. Green
Spaces exhibits the winning and honorable mention photographs and
honors participating student at an annual photo exhibit and awards
ceremony.
Picture Your World is open to all interested students age 8-18.
The students meet in the afternoon from 1-4:30 p.m. See the sign-up
form for exceptions to this rule. Parents are welcome to attend. Green
Spaces provides digital cameras to students who wish to borrow one, or
participants may bring their own cameras. Each workshop costs $10 for
Green Spaces members’ children and
$15 for the children of non-members, but this fee may be waived for
students demonstrating financial need.
See our
calendar for a schedule of this year’s workshops, and
sign up today!
I'm organizing an informal group for homeschoolers who live on or
very near to Fort Sam Houston. This will be mostly a social group with
only a few meetups per month, but it will provide the opportunity to
get to know other homeschoolers in our own area. Our first meet and
greet will be during the first week of September. If you would like to
be included in these plans, please send me an email at:
morning2you@hotmail.com.
Also, feel free to forward this message to your friends and neighbors.
In addition to the other homeschool discounts offered in SA, our
group
rep has now added the Nutcracker.
To order for this one, you need to contact our rep and identify
yourself as a friend of TAFFIE. Let Sherrie know what show date you
are interested in and she can let you know about what seating is
available at our discount. It's only for the BAA shows that you order
with the SA BAA website and password.
I have included her contact info as well as our BAA SA password
below.
If you order, please email Susan Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
December 27-28, 2011
Majestic Theatre
"Knockout! Expansive! Elegantly generous!"
proclaims the New York
Times. "Kids were wide-eyed with delight!"
Moscow Ballet's Great
Russian Nutcracker is a Christmas tradition
and visual feast that
creates lifelong memories for the whole
family. Overflowing with 40
beautiful Russian dancers and set to
Tchaikovsky's famous score, this
holiday favorite features 200
lavish costumes, larger-than-life
puppets and nine hand-painted
backdrops with 3-D effects! Moscow
Ballet, in its 19th annual North
American tour, is internationally
renowned and features
multi-award-winning principal dancers.
Comprehensive Mathematics and English course to help high school
students prepare for the
SAT test
When:
Saturdays in
September
September 10, 2011 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
September
17, 2011 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Where:
Crystal Sea Drama Company
8414 Speedway
San Antonio, TX 78230
How:
To register for the
classes, or for more information, call:
Pauline Bauml
210-287-1898
Cost for the course is $150.00, payable by check or
money order. Mail to:
Pauline Bauml
9130 Oak Downs
San
Antonio, TX 78230
JBSA-Lackland Youth Programs, School Liaison Office & EFMP-FS
Coordinator have joined forces to offer Home School Classes, Home
School Support Group & Exceptional Family Member Support Group for
military family members. Classes will be offered in Art and PE
weekly at the Youth Center for K-12 and Special Needs students.
Registration is currently ongoing and will last through Sept 15.
First day of the 9-week semester is Sept. 15. Contact Youth Programs
at 671-2510 for more information.
September classes begin September 6th and run through October 1st.
October classes begin October 4th and run through October 29th.
Call 210-494-9100 to register for classes.
Click here to see our fall schedule
Enjoy SeaWorld when it is open exclusively for groups. Bring your
own lunch and enjoy a picnic with your group, plus during your
half-day program, you can visit:
Dolphin Cove Atlantic
and Pacific bottlenose dolphins
Sharks/The Coral Reef
Sandtiger, nurse and black-tipped sharks, and fish from around the
world
Seal & Sea Lion Community Harbor seals,
California sea lions, North American river otters, Asian small-clawed
otters and the endangered Hawaiian monk seal
You will also receive
an educational animal presentation at two stadiums designed
specifically for education groups.
Thursday, Sept 22 from 9:30 to 1:30. No rides
or shows, just
animal talks. $8 per person.
Pack your own lunch. Make
reservations at 1-800-406-2244.
Do you homeschool on or around Lackland AFB? On 17 Aug 2011 @
10:30-12:00 p.m. in the Airman & Family Readiness Center Classroom,
Bldg 1249 we will be having a meeting for anyone interested in helping
to get our Homeschool Group up and running for the school year.
The Youth Programs staff and Library will be onhand as well to
discuss opportunities for homeschoolers. Please join us if you
are ready to start the school year and have a great support group!
Lincoln-Douglas Debate
A beginning Lincoln-Douglas Debate Course.
WHEN:
Thursdays, Beginning September 9 9:30 a.m. to 11:00
a.m. through December 15, 2011
WHERE: 12614 Carriage Dove,
San Antonio, TX -- Near UTSA, DeZavala and Babcock
WHAT:
Fundamentals of Lincoln-Douglas Debate using the Monument Press
Redbook Curriculum -- NCFCA Resolution --- Students must purchase the
Redbook.
COST: $40/month
Limited availability -- Please contact Lee Ann at
Lcrockett@sbcglobal.net
Public Speaking Class for 7th to 12th Grades
12 weeks of Class
4 formal speeches
1 informal speech
Many Impromptu Speeches!
Taught by: Lee Ann Crockett, Experience Speech and Debate Coach
Curriculum: IEW Speech Boot Camp --- I do NOT use the teaching CD's
for teaching,
only for sample speeches. Class is very interactive!
Starts Thursday, September 1 and finishes up November 17th! Will
count as your students Speech Credit!! 3:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
$120 or $40/month OR $100 if you pay all up front!
$10 Supply
Fee -- all curriculum supplied to students!
Minimum six students to
make the class.
Where: 12614 Carriage Dove, San Antonio, TX 78249 == Near UTSA,
Babcock and
DeZavala
Contact Info: Lee Ann Crockett, 210-287-0486,
Lcrockett@sbcglobal.net
All homeschool families will receive;
School Group Admission
Rate of $2.00 per person
Each Student Interactive Program at $1.50 per
person (science, environment, history) Complimentary Fall 2011
Educators' guide
Wednesday, August 31
9 a.m. – Noon and 1-3 p.m.
Reservations required.
Call 210.357.1910 to make a reservation
today.
Free Admission for Museum members. More details at
http://www.wittemuseum.org/index.php/component/content/article/7-gen-info/180-homeschoolday
Geek Squad Summer Academy is a community-sponsored event from Best
Buy, during which local Geek Squad Agents join forces with Young
Women's Academy. Geek Squad Summer Academy in San Antonio is geared
towards female students from 6th to 7th grade providing a multi-day
experience to ignite their passion for technology and inspire them to
pursue careers in technology.
San Antonio Geek Squad Summer Academy
8/16/2011-8/17/2011
Jennifer Salazar
jsalazar@saisd.net
http://geeksquadacademy.com/summeracademy/alt/events/san-antonio-tx
210-244-0300
www.MasterMath.info
is now on-line. Free video lessons, worksheets and quizzes for Middle
School Math. Easy to follow curriculum schedules lessons for four
quarters of 6th, 7th and 8th grades, and follows FDOE's curriculum. I
also offer on-line tutoring for a fee.
Ultimately, there will be
over 110 lessons. I now have the first quarter on-line and complete. I
will have the last three quarters completed by October. Each includes:
1. a 10 - 15 minute video lesson teaching bench-marked concepts,
2.
a printable worksheet testing comprehension of these concept,
3. a
self-grading, on-line quiz which explains the steps required to
solve any questions the student misses.
Each video lesson includes
several "You Try It" sections. After I've shown the student how to do
a problem, they are given a chance to “Pause” the video, try a similar
problem, and then advance the video to see me solve the same problem.
If you have any questions or concerns, please respond here, or contact
me at stan@MasterMath.info.
Stan Lisle
Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio has a great need for
volunteers, ages 14 & up, for our construction crews. While our
greatest need is on Fridays and Saturdays, we have weekday
opportunities as well. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Volunteers generally
work from 7:45 until approximately 3:00 p.m. If construction does not
interest you, lunch crews to provide meals to our volunteers are also
needed.
All volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult!
All
volunteers that are on the worksite are required to sign a waiver. A
separate waiver is required by all persons 18 or under and must be
signed by the volunteer and their parent or legal guardian. Both the
adult and minor waiver forms are available online. Waivers are
available at the bottom of the page.
For safety reasons, we are
unable to accommodate youth under the age of 14 on the build site, in
the warehouse, or as a volunteer in the Habitat for Humanity office.
Youth 14 years or older are welcome on some of the days of the build,
as long as they are with a supervising adult in a ratio of at least
one adult per every four children. Youth must also have a waiver
signed by their parent or legal guardian.
Every youth volunteer
must wear a hard hat at all times except on landscaping days where no
other construction is taking place. They should not be on site when
construction is going on. Your building schedule will tell you which
days are authorized for youth or contact Volunteer Services.
A
volunteer must be 18 or older to use power tools.
14 and 15 year
olds are allowed to paint, landscape, pick-up trash, move dirt,
provide and serve lunches, etc. They cannot do general carpentry.
16 and 17 year olds are allowed to do general carpentry, which can
include activities such as hammering, putting in insulation, etc. They
cannot do excavation, demolition, roofing, use power tools or work at
heights above 6 feet. They must follow all rules pertaining to hardhat
use, height requirements and power tools.
Individuals under the age
of 18 cannot volunteer in the Home Centers.
All youth are required
to wear appropriate safety equipment for the task they are performing.
Regardless of the tasks being performed, volunteers should at all
times wear appropriate clothing to the site including thick soled,
closed toed shoes.
http://www.habitatsa.org
Wednesdays
12:00-1:30
Bring Lunch at 11:30
Home School
Drawing & Painting
multi-age
Thursdays
1:30-3:00
Home School
Drawing & Painting
multi-age
ResourceDescription:
Wednesdays
12:00-1:30
Bring Lunch
at 11:30
Home School
Drawing & Painting
multi-age
Thursdays
1:30-3:00
Home School
Drawing & Painting
multi-age
Artworks Art Studio
lisa@artworksartstudio.com
www.artworksartstudio.com
210-826-2787
Registration for Fall and Spring Classes
When: Thursday, August
25, 2011- 2:30 pm
Monday, August 29, 2011- Time 5:30 pm
Where: Crystal Sea
Drama Fine Arts Studio
8414 Speedway, San Antonio, TX 78230
Information:
www.crystalseadrama.org
Phone/email: Irene Miller, Artistic Director, 210-849-0934,
info@crystalseadrama.org
Classes that are held on Thursday at Crystal Sea Drama Fine Arts
Studio
Check out our website,
www.crystalseadrama.org,
for detailed information and registration forms
Elementary
Drama
Middle School Drama
High School Drama
"Face-Off"
Intensive Makeup Class
Scenic Painting Techniques
Fall
Production- Acting (This one is already filled and closed)
Fall
Production- Technical Theatre (lights, sound, set design, set
building, crew)
Spring Production- Acting- Sign up now, class
starts Nov. 17, 2011
Spring Production- Technical Theatre (lights,
sound, set design, set building, crew)
Sign Language
Elementary
Art
Classes that are held on Monday afternoon and evening
at Crystal Sea Drama Fine Arts Studio
Check out our website,
www.crystalseadrama.org,
for detailed information and registration forms
Elementary
Drama
Middle / High School Drama
Traveling Troupe
Adult
Acting Class
There are openings in all of my science classes listed below.
Feel free to contact me either by email-
bearlybaskets79@yahoo.com;
or by phone- 210-446-9336. All classes are taught at Friday School.
Concepts in Chemistry (7 openings left)
Location: AACE, Inc.- Friday School (www.fridayschool.com)
Day and
Time: Fridays 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Tuition: $450/ 9 month year (Payable in one lump sum by the first day
of class)- Payment plans are available
Lab Fee: $50/year
Textbook: Apologia Chemistry (2nd Edition)
Description: This
class is for those students who need a Chemistry credit for high
school but will either never take
Chemistry in college or will not be going to college or who have not
completed the necessary math skills for the Honors Chemistry Class. We
will cover the basic concepts of Chemistry through reading, vocabulary
and some problem solving. Every 3 to 4 weeks we will have a Lab during
class time giving you 7-8 labs for the year. 8th and 9th graders can
take this as a prerequisite to Honors Chemistry.
Honors Chemistry (6 openings left)
Location:
Fridays- AACE, Inc.- Friday School (www.fridayschool.com)
Time:
Fridays- 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Tuition: $540/ 9 month year (Payable in one lump sum by the first day
of class)- Payment plans are available
Lab Fee: $65/year
Textbook: Bob Jones University Press (BJUP) Chemistry (3rd Edition)
Description: We will study all aspects of Chemistry including but
not limited to: atoms- their properties, how they react, how they
bond; moles; stoichiometry; gas laws; organic chemistry; balancing
chemical equations; states of matter; chemical equilibrium; acids and
bases; oxidation-reduction; and other topics. This class involves
daily homework, weekly reading, and periodic testing. Students must
have taken and have a working knowledge of Algebra I and I prefer they
be enrolled in Algebra II or higher. This class is designed for
college bound students. At the end of the course, the student could
possibly take the Chemistry CLEP or the Chemistry AP for college
credit. This year lab is included as a part of the course. Many of the
labs that have been done in the past will become hands on activities
we do in class. There will only be 7 - 10 formal labs the students
will do and have to write a formal lab report to be turned in for a
grade.
Homework: There is weekly homework that will take
approximately 3 to 7 hours per week to finish plus weekly vocabulary
quizzes, periodic tests that will be taken in class, a midterm and a
final exam. This amount of work will prepare your student for college.
Physics (5 openings left)
Location: AACE, Inc.- Friday School (www.fridayschool.com)
Time: Fridays-
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Tuition: $540/ 9 month year (Payable in one lump sum by the first day
of class)- Payment plans are available
Lab Fee: $65/year
Textbook: Bob Jones University Press (BJUP) Physics (3rd Edition)
Description: Physics is a heavy math based science that is required in
many college degree plans. The book we will be using is an algebra
based Physics as opposed to a calculus based physics. Students must
have completed Algebra 2 and be enrolled in either Saxon Advanced Math
or an equivalent Pre-Calculus Math course (or they could have
completed a pre-calculus math course). We will cover the basic topics
of Physics which include but are not limited to: Forces, Vectors,
Momentum, Work, Dynamics, Newton's Laws, Energy, and other
topics as time permits.
Homework: There will be weekly
homework that will take approximately 3 - 7 hours per week to finish
plus periodic tests
Pre-Physics and Engineering (3
openings left)
Location: AACE, Inc.- Friday School (www.fridayschool.com)
Day and Time:
Fridays 12 noon - 1:30 pm
Tuition: $540/ 9 month year (Payable in one lump sum by the first day
of class)- Payment plans are available
Lab Fee: $75/year
Textbook: Provided by teacher
Description: We will begin
with basic physics principles and explore to understand how they work
and affect our lives. Those principles include but are not
limited to vectors, scalars, motion, etc. In the engineering section,
students will explore some engineering careers and apply engineering
principles to 2 or more group projects.
Homework: There will
be weekly homework that will take approximately 2 - 3 hours per week
to finish, plus periodic tests and reports for each project.
Students (beginners to intermediate level) will learn the art of
dance in a fun, nurturing, and encouraging environment. Dancers will
learn correct placement, posture and execution; all of which will aid
in building a strong foundation for further dance training. Once a
student has reached this level Jazz may be added to the repertoire.
Stone Oak Dance Company believes in
the love of dance. We also believe that to nurture a love of dance,
you first have to nurture the dancer. At Stone Oak Dance Company you
will find teachers who believe in developing the best students through
individualized attention with emphasis placed on proper technique,
placement, respect for others as well as oneself, creativity and
progress through self discipline. Students build confidence through
class progression, performance opportunities and learning to dance not
only as an expression of the art, but also as an expression of
themselves.
Stone Oak Dance Company offers an array of classes
including ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. We are always looking for
new styles to offer, but believe that a foundation in ballet is a
must. Our ballet classes are inspired by Vaganova and Cecchetti
methods and focus on correct placement to ensure a long and healthy
dance career.
Since Stone Oak Dance Company believes in
teaching to the unique needs of every student we are committed to
tracking the progress of each student through parent/teacher
communication as well as semester reports which include
recommendations for improvement and class level.
210-481-2400
desiree@stoneoakdancecompany.com
www.stoneoakdancecompany.com
The Christian Homeschool Co-op of Wilson County is beginning
registration on August 31st, 2011, 1pm to 3pm, at Grace Bible Church.
New families are interviewed between 9am and 1pm. To set up an
interview, please contact Zahida Hrenyk at
zahidamhrenyk@gmail.com
We are a conservative Christian
homeschooling co-op that provides parent led classes to enrich our
children's education in a safe and nurturing environment that allows
for both children and adults the opportunity for positive
socialization.
Classes will begin Sept.7th, 2011, and are held at
Grace Bible Church for 12 weeks, every Wednesday from 9-1:30. More
information can be found on our web address:
http://chcwc.webs.com/
The Ballet Conservatory of South Texas
5200 Broadway St.
San
Antonio, TX 78209
210.820.3400
Contact: Susan Mata,
Studio Manager -
balletfrontdesk@grandecom.net
Web site:
balletsouthtexas.org
The Ballet Conservatory of South Texas (BCSTX) is pre-professional
dance academy and the official school of the Conservatory Company.
Founded in 2005, BCSTX offers exceptional ballet instruction to
students of all ages and levels. Whether the student desires to study
seriously or is looking for casual dance instruction, BCSTX offers
numerous classes that will accommodate every interested individual.
Below are two open ballet classes offered to home school students,
ages 8 and up.
Home School (HS) Ballet I
Ages 8-11
$80/month
Tuesdays, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Home School (HS)
Ballet II
Ages 12 and up
$90/month
Tuesdays, 10:00 am - 11:15
am
Please contact Susan Mata (info above) for further
information and to register for home school specific classes.
Classes for the 2011-2012 season begin August 29th.
DIME (high school aged) and WING (middle school aged) are programs
where students develop their idea for a science or engineering
experiment in microgravity. A proposal is due by November 1 each
year that describes the experiment. Selected student teams then
proceed to design and build their experiment. When completed, the
experiment is sent to NASA Glenn in Cleveland, Ohio for operation in
the 2.2 Second Drop Tower.
Four high school-aged teams win
expense-paid trips to Cleveland for two days to operate their
experiment in the drop tower.
DIME - Dropping In a Microgravity
Environment WING - What If No Gravity?
http://spaceflightsystems.grc.nasa.gov/DIME.html
Questions?
Send them to: dime@lists.nasa.gov
SA Met Ballet is holding its final audition for the 2011/12 Season
Company Membership. Accepting dancers age 9 through college age with a
minimum of 2 years ballet training. Season includes Hansel & Gretel,
Nutcracker (collaboration), Dance Kaleidoscope (Fiesta Event), and
Regional Dance America National Festival, Montreal, Canada.
When:
August 27, 4:30
Where: 2800 NE Loop 410, Ste. 307
Karin L. Connally, Assoc. Dir.
SA Met Ballet
2800 NE Loop
410, Ste. 307
San Antonio, TX 78218
Tel: 210-650-8810
Fax:
210-656-1256
kconnally@sametballet.org
www.sametballet.org
The Magik Theatre announces the final show of its 2010-2011 season
- an exciting new adaptation of THE JUNGLE BOOK, which played to sold
out crowds during its 2006-2007 season. Adapted faithfully from
Rudyard Kipling’s source stories by David Morgan, with music by Jaime
Ramirez, THE JUNGLE BOOK begins with the discovery of a man-child by a
wolf pack in the Indian jungle. Named Mowgli, the boy is raised by
wolf parents and educated in the Jungle Law by Bagheera, a black
panther, and Baloo, a great bear. Complicating their efforts are the
Bandar Log, a fun-loving tribe of monkeys, who kidnap Mowgli. He is
rescued with the help of python Kaa, only to be threatened by Shere
Khan, a carnivorous and hungry tiger, and his jackal accomplice
Tabaqui. In the end, Mowgli must decide whether to stay in the jungle
or take his place in the world of men.
Credited with inspiring
both Neil Gaiman’s Newbery Medal-winning THE GRAVEYARD BOOK and David
Wroblewski’s THE STORY OF EDGAR SAWTELLE, Kipling’s Mowgli stories
continue to resonate long after the author’s lifetime by getting at
the heart of what it takes to raise a child and ready him for a
potentially dangerous world. Filled with action, drama, comedy, music,
and dance, Magik’s vivid production of THE JUNGLE BOOK will enthrall
audiences of all ages!
Location:
420 S. Alamo
Times: Wednesdays at 10:30 am, Friday at 7 pm &
Saturdays at 2 pm. Beginning September 6: Tuesday – Friday 9:45 am &
11:30 am; Friday at 7 pm & Saturdays at 2 pm
Contact: 210.227.2751
or Visit the website
Texas AgriLife Extension Service provides an opportunity for
children 8-13 in age to learn about gardening by growing their own
vegetables through the mentoring of Bexar County Master Gardener
volunteers. Each child is allotted a 3.5’x 28’ plot at the beautiful
San Antonio Botanical Garden. Children will have fun growing different
types of seeds, herbs, vegetables, and ornamental annual flowers.
Weekly educational gardening presentations will stimulate these young
minds. The children will also participate in fun, hands-on Junior
Master Gardener activities.
In order to gain the most from the
learning experience and to help ensure successful growing,
participants are required to attend all sessions (two absences are
allowed). Families are welcome to share the gardening experience with
their child(ren); however, parents should remember that this is the
child’s plot and learning experience.
How to Apply:
Legibly
complete the attached application and submit it to the San Antonio
Botanical Garden no later than Friday, August 12, 2011.
Space is
limited, so apply early. The
For more information or any special child requirements, please
contact the Program Coordinator David Rodriguez with Texas AgriLife
Extension Service at dhrodriguez@ag.tamu.edu
http://www.sabot.org/?nd=parents
Alamo Area Christian Educators (aka Friday School)
Registration:
Friday, August 5th
9:30 am to 2:30 pm.
NOTE:
New Location!
San Antonio First Church of the Nazarene
10715
West Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78213
Google Maps link:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=10715+West+ave+san+Antonio,+TX+78213&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=34.671324,79.101563&ie=UTF8&ll=29.538179,-98.51831&spn=0.009297,0.019312&z=16&iwloc=A
If you have not printed your registration form yet, scroll
down to the bottom of the the Schedule page at www.FridaySchool.com.
There you will find a form to print out. It will say, "Click here to
view the registration paperwork".
On registration day, bring
the form filled out. That form will include our policies and any
pertinent information you need to register. The fee to register is $75
per family.
Important things to remember on registration day:
1. Your checkbook (or cash) - You will need to write checks to
Friday School & individual tutors for:
- $75
family fee
- any supply fees listed on class descriptions
- first month's tuition for each tutor**
- your student's i.d. card. ($7.00) (only if your child is with you;
i.d cards will also be made on the first day of classes)
2.
Registration form - filled out.
3. Your calendar - all families
will need to sign up for volunteer hours for September and October.
Volunteers are essential to Friday School's success. Every
family will need to sign up for volunteer shifts when they come to
register.
*$75 family fee has changed from last year. Your
form may have a different amount listed. Please note the new fee
is $75 for everyone.
** AACE requires tuition to be paid one month
in advance. For example, at registration in Aug. you will pay
September's tuition. The first Friday in September, you will pay
October's tuition. This will continue and be due the FIRST
Friday of each month throughout the school year. In May, there
will be no tuition due. Please email any questions regarding
this prior to registration day. Please also note, some tutors have
late fees applied when payments are missed.
If you have any
questions, simply reply to this email and we will try our best to
answer you very promptly. Please do not contact the church as they are
simply our gracious hosts. If you absolutely need to call, you
may reach Jennie Offield at 210-367-7632 and leave a voice-mail
including a way to reach you & the nature of your question (no
texts). Email is the best way to reach us.
You feel called to homeschool
We are called to help
INFINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, Inc.
is currently enrolling students in
grades Kinder through 6th for the fall of 2011.
Location:
Leon Springs Presbyterian Church 23943 IH-10 West, San Antonio,
TX
For more information call 210-792-2373
or visit our
website
http://www.infinitychristianacademy.com/
INFINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, Inc. is a non-profit,
non-denominational, Christian school whose purpose is to glorify God
by partnering with parents to nurture each child spiritually, foster
academic excellence and ultimately equip each child to understand,
articulate and defend a Christian world-view.
INFINITY
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, Inc. combines the best features of a traditional
classroom education with the strengths of parent-led schooling for the
goal of academic excellence within the framework of Christian
discipleship. This concept of schooling gives parents the gift of time
and the ability to take a more-hands-on role in their child’s
education.
INFINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, Inc. seeks to partner
with parents to provide: curriculum, direction and planning, classroom
instruction, weekly lesson plans, daily assignments, periodic testing,
class projects, labs, field trips, parties, and grade reports.
For the students it is our goal to provide: fellowship, encouragement,
challenge, coaching, positive competition, accountability, godly
character development, and foster spiritual growth.
We
accomplish this through two days a week teacher-led classroom
instruction with the remaining 3 days of school assignments done under
the encouraging supervision of the parents at home. The parents
partner with the school to mentor their children in Christian
behavior, disciplined work habits, and to co-teach lessons.
The essential core subjects of Math, Language Arts (english, reading,
writing, spelling), Science, and History, are taught on
Tuesdays/Thursdays. An elective course in PE will be offered
after-school on the same days.
Infinity Christian Academy,
Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or
ethnic origin in the administration of any of its policies or
programs. Admissions are contingent on space, abilities of the
student, philosophy, and willingness of the family and student to
participate within the school guidelines.
Our Horse Course is a great way for home school students to earn an
elective or physical education credit for their schooling programs.
The course is designed for beginners (no experience necessary) that
want to learn more about caring for and riding horses! At the end of
the Fall semester, all Horse Course students will also be Level 1
Certified with the CHA. This
is a great opportunity to be a part of an international horsemanship
organization, as well as a friendly and local riding group.
Please read more about our course, here:
http://ridedct.com/Horse_Course.php
New students of current families should schedule an interview with
the SAC Day Board on August 9th. This is the last interview date for
the 2011-2012 school year.
New Family Interviews are
scheduled for August 9th. For additional information, either
refer to your registration packet or e-mail Felinda Ellis at
sacday@hcchnet.com.
http://www.hcchnet.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=11&Itemid=20
The Art Time program develops creative thinking and fosters
self-expression through art. Each class starts with a warm-up exercise
that targets specific thinking skills and stimulates creative process.
Then children apply what they’ve just learned to the art technique
presented that day. Students will work with variety of high quality
materials including soft/oil pastels, foil, watercolors, rice paper,
acrylics, clay and much more….
Some of the art projects are
designed in the styles of the world’s famous artists. While learning
new art techniques and discovering different styles, it is up to the
children to decide exactly how their art will turn out.
All the
projects are different from the previous sessions.
Wednesdays,
Hobby Lobby Stone Oak
11:00am-12:15pm
Beg. Sept 14, No class
November 23
Thursdays, Hobby Lobby Bitters
Beg. Sept. 15,
No class November 24
11:00am-12:15pm
Tuition fee is $99
plus $39 for supplies for 12 weeks.
Saturday classes for
elementary students and Preschool classes are also available at Hobby
Lobby Stone Oak.
arttimeparty@yahoo.com
830-481-7378
Are you looking for a String Teacher (violin, viola, cello, string
bass)? I currently have openings in my home studio. I
offer lessons in my home in the Northwest Crossing neighborhood (very
close to Northwest Crossing Elementary School). I prefer to
teach in the mornings or early afternoons. The fee is $25 per
half hour lesson, tuition due on the first lesson of each month for
the month. I teach both private and semi-private lessons.
I earned a Bachelor of Music Degree from Brigham Young University in
1985. I have taught cello, violin, viola, and string bass since
then. I have also taught recorder ensembles and youth choirs.
In California (where I just recently moved from) I taught 5th grade
strings and recorders in several elementary schools. For the
past several years I have greatly enjoyed teaching home school
orchestras and recorder ensembles.
I have home schooled my own
children for the past 11 years. I currently have two sons at
home, a 16 year old and a 12 year old.
If you are interested
in lessons for the cello, violin, viola, string bass, or recorder,
please contact me.
Lisa Harline
210-647-7504
lisaharline@att.net
Whether your child is a budding Chessmaster, a master Lego builder
or just curious about languages and cultures, there’s an online
homeschool club for them at
CurrClick.com. These totally free clubs offer homeschool kids an
opportunity to interact live with a CurrClick teacher who they'll be
able to see and hear live, via webcam. They'll also be able to
interact with other homeschoolers from all over the world in a safe
and 100% moderated online environment. Kids will learn new concepts,
have fun, make friends and be able to share their ideas with others in
a friendly and supportive setting.
Clubs are open to all ages. Sign
up at any time. Great for older kids interested in enhancing their
college transcripts. Sign up to attend one of our online clubs today!
New sessions starting every week.
Click here to see all of live clubs at CurrClick.com!
CurrClick.com is also looking for
club leaders with great ideas and online experience. Those interested
should contact us at
roni@currclick.com
Designed specifically for homeschool students in 9th - 12th grades,
the MASTER THE SAT CLASS covers everything about the SAT from finding
a "homeschool friendly" testing center to the secrets of increasing
your score as much as 600 points! The class will be held on August 8 &
9, 2011 (from 3:30 PM - 9:15 PM) at Incarnate Word High School (727
East Hildebrand, San Antonio, TX).
This 2-day workshop will be
a hands-on training experience that will give students all the tools
needed to conquer the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT. Students will learn the
logical patterns behind standardized test questions as well as
necessary strategies that can help increase their test scores
tremendously! As a homeschool mom, Jean helped both her children
receive full scholarships through SAT and PSAT prep! Watch Jean speak
about her incredible program on FOX:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3B1cpqm0rQ&feature=related
The price for the class is $149 per student, which includes
10-hours of lecture time, the College Prep Genius textbook, College
Prep Genius class workbook, and complete class review DVD (for
students to take all the information home with them!). There is a
discount of $99 per additional sibling. Many colleges have scholarship
tiers based on SAT scores. A simple point raise of 100 points, could
potentially mean thousands of dollars of extra scholarship money. This
class may be the best investment in your student's future that you
could possibly make!
To sign up, parents can go to
www.collegeprepgenius.com and click on classes or contact Monica
Solis-Hoefl by e-mail
hoeflm@uiwtx.edu or phone (210) 829-3110.
If you have any
questions, feel free to contact Jean directly by phone 81-SAT-2-PREP
or e-mail
jean@collegeprepgenius.com
Free Homeschool P.E. classes are ongoing and are offered at the The
Enrique Barrera Community Center located at 5800 Old Hwy 90 their
phone number is 207-3221 There are two classes offered on Thursday
from 12:00 - 1:00. One class is for ages 4 to 6 yrs old and the other
is for ages 7 to 11 yrs old.
League play starts Sept. 12. For youth ages 6 to16. Texas Amateur
Athletics Association (TAAF) eight-man flag football. No-contact co-ed
league structured to familiarize participants with football.
Participants may register as an individual, group or team. Center
staff collects names and creates teams and schedules. Participants do
not have to be skilled. Fee: $6. Fore more information call 207-3030.
Young People’s Concert Series 2011-2012
Adventures of Reading in
Music!
The San Antonio Symphony is proud to announce the dates and
titles for the 2011-2012 award winning YPC programs to be held at
Trinity University’s Laurie Auditorium. All programs are 50 minutes in
length. Concerts start at 9:45 am and 11:10 am.
Concert Dates are:
YPC1 – Reading Music: Orchestral Grammar –
October 5, 6 & 7, 2011
YPC 2 – A Symphonic Story – November 1, 2 &
3, 2011
YPC 3 – Heroic Beethoven – January 31, February 1 & 2,
2012
YPC 4 – Tall Tales: Music Inspired by Stories – May 15 & 16,
2012
http://www.sasymphony.org/category/educational-programs/young-peoples-concerts/
Good Day! C_a_CHE,(Collaborating and Coordinating Homeschool
Education), is the beginning of a possible co-op I would like to
initiate this Fall. I would like to have the children meet for about 3
hrs. 1 day a week. This is not an elective co-op, nor is it to be
typical, "sit down and do work", on the typical subjects we
incorporate in our own individual teaching (reading, writing, math,
science, civics, and art.) What I foresee this being is something
similar to a unit study but not. I would like us, teachers, to take a
topic (approved as a group at a planning meeting in the summer)and
find away to present the topic/subject to the group in a way that they
have not understood/seen/been exposed to in the past. In addition to
presenting this topic, I would like to incorporate helping the
students to begin or continue learning how to critically think. One
other thing we need to remember is that not all students will be
fluent readers, but I think you see variations of levels in every
course entered, I think that is something important to be remember
when it is your time to teach.
So, I think that brings me to the obvious, I would like each
teacher to take turns. I think the above gives the general idea of
what I would like to create. In summary: utilize the general subjects,
strongly encourage/present critical thinking and how to utilize it,
incorporate creativity and art, meet for 3 hrs. 1 day/wk, start Fall
2011, other siblings are always welcome (entertaining/incorporating
them will need to be determined.) My desire is that this can be a
group in which we can all learn a little something (if not a lot) from
each other (students included). One other thing, we are all so
excitingly diverse, and I hope that this can be a group in which
personal religious, political, or controversial topics can be left at
the door so that we can work together smoothly and with a universal
goal...educating and elevating the students and families involved.
Thank you so much for your interest! You can email me with
questions/comments: Sdreth4@yahoo.com
With summer half way over, are you beginning to ponder your home
school options? Have you ever desired to classically educate your
children but weren't quite sure how to implement this proven approach
in your own home school? Have you heard of or wondered if Classical
Conversations is right for you and your home school?
Classical Conversations is a Christ-centered, classical approach to
home education. Classical Conversations seeks to do more than just
give students knowledge in particular subject areas like history or
science. We strive, through our experienced tutors, to help parents
train their students to view all subjects as glorifying the Lord while
also revealing aspects of His divine nature. Concurrently, students
also acquire life-long learning skills. Students/families meet weekly
on a campus to form a Classical Christian community.
The North Central San Antonio community (located near Loop 1604 and
Blanco Rd.), offers classes for K4 through high school and currently
has a limited number of openings in Challenge A, Challenge I, and
Challenge III.
Class size is limited to 12 students and only a few spots remain in
these program levels:
Challenge A is appropriate for 7th-9th grades
(12- 15 year old) and seeks to introduce students to the rigorous
coursework of the Challenge program. It bridges students from the
earlier parent-directed studies into a more self-directed stage of
learning. Group Discussions begin to play a larger role as logic
skills develope. Students learn the basics of writing and research
skills as well as geography, biology, literature, math, rhetoric, and
Latin.
Challenge I is appropriate for 9th-11th grades and encourages
students to think deeply and critically while improving their writing
and research skills. Students strengthen their classical learning
skills through a focus on American literature and a study of American
government, economics, and policies as well as literature, science,
math, and Latin.
Challenge III is appropriate for 10th-12th grades and
conceptualizes abstract ideas which improves clear thinking.
Students are encouraged to polish their literary writing, presenting,
and analyzing skills. Spanish, Shakespeare, American history, advanced
logic, philosophy, and higher level math integrate student learning
skills across academic subjects.
If you would like more information on any of these Classical
Conversations Challenge levels at the North Central San Antonio
campus, please contact the tutor directly:
Challenge A - Carol
Schroeder - cschroeder1@sbcglobal.net
Challenge I - Kim Yates -
kimyates1@sbcglobal.net
Challenge III - Jennie Dagerath -
mldagerath@earthlink.net
We're trying to locate potential witnesses and hoping many of you
can help us get information about this lawsuit to people who may be
able to help with our defense. Thank you in advance for whatever you
can do, there are several links to details at this post:
http://www.homeedmag.com/3790/seeking-information-re-lawsuit/
Home Education Magazine publisher Helen Hegener is a defendant in
a lawsuit which was filed against her by Mimi Rothschild, Howard
Mandel, and Learning by Grace, Inc. in late fall of last year, based
on a short news item which appeared at the Home Education Magazine
website in August, 2010.
The News & Commentary post commented on and directed readers to
information about a lawsuit which was filed against Heather Idoni, a
homeschooling mother, originator of Homeschooling BOYS and owner of
Beloved Books (home of the Sugar Creek Gang audio series). Heather is
also a popular and respected speaker at conferences, edits The
Homeschooler's Notebook, and also manages EasyFunSchool as well as
several other websites and homeschooling email groups.
Mimi Rothschild, Howard Mandel, and Learning by Grace, Inc. filed
the original lawsuit against Heather in May, 2010. On November 2,
2010, because she linked to and commented on the lawsuit, HEM
publisher Helen Hegener was added to the pre-existing lawsuit.
Information about the plaintiffs, Mimi Rothschild, Howard Mandel, and
Learning by Grace, Inc., was presented in this 2008 editorial: Mimi
Rothschild: Taking Over Homeschooling?
At this time we are seeking factual, first-hand support from anyone
who may have information relevant to the issues raised in this
lawsuit. You can respond in the comments below this post, via our
online contact form, or via email to Helen Hegener.
As part of Home Education Magazine's 28-year-long commitment to
keeping the homeschool community informed, the court files and
information on Learning By Grace, Inc. et al. v. Idoni are presented
at this case-specific web page.
Comments on the case are welcome, but Learning By Grace, Inc., et
al. v. Idoni is an active defamation suit. Be truthful, respectful and
please do not spam.
Are you at a point in your home-schooling where you could use some
help teaching one or more of the core classes for your children?
Do you find yourself burning the candle on both ends but still feel
that God has called you to home schooling?
Are your children asking to go to school with other kids to have
friends they see on a consistent basis?
If this is the case, ENAACT may be what you are looking for. We are
a Christian home school co-op that offers both core and elective
classes. All core classes meet Monday and Wednesday for an hour and 15
minutes. Elective classes meet on Fridays. Your students can take just
one course, or sign up for all courses for their grade level. .
Information Meetings are scheduled for July 15th at 7:00 for core
classes and July 19th at 2:00 for elective classes at Tree of Life
Church off I-35 exit 184 in New Braunfels. Consider this an invitation
to learn about our wonderful home schooling ministry.
For additional information, visit our web site at
www.enaact.org. To RSVP for a
meeting or to reserve complimentary childcare, call our office at
830-626-0330.
The offer for Mary Poppins is up and online available for orders
for our homeschool theater discount.
Mary Poppins
2 hours 45 minutes
September 29-October 9, 2011
Majestic Theatre San Antonio
MARY POPPINS is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters
across the country, which has Variety raving, "This is the rare
touring production that over-delivers on every level!” Featuring the
irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most
popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance
numbers and spectacular stage-craft, MARY POPPINS is everything you
could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of
this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and
calls “a perfect piece of musical theater." Recommended for ages 6 and
up, official website:
www.marypoppins.com.
*9/29 and 10/6 at 8pm: Main Floor VIP
$133.00, $56.25, $51.50 Mezzanine $45.75 Balcony $28.25
*10/2 and
10/9 6:30pm: Main Floor VIP $133.00, $51.50, $48.00, Mezzanine $41.00
Balcony $23.50 The above prices will go up on 7/1.
9/30 at
8pm: Main Floor VIP $133.00, $61.25 Mezzanine $54.50 Balcony
$33.25
10/5 at 2pm: Main Floor $45.50 Mezzanine $25.50 Balcony $20.50
10/8
2pm & 10/9 1pm: VIP $133.00, $83 Mezzanine $66 Balcony $41
10/8 at
8pm: VIP $133.00, $70.75 Mezzanine $57.25 Balcony $34.75
**Performances and Price levels may change as sections sell out**
Deadline: September 2
Friends of TAFFIE are entitled to
discounted prices to the above shows. Go to the website for exact
dates and prices available. These are usually at a 10%-50% discount
off the regular ticket price PLUS no TICKETMASTER service charge,
which runs $12-$14/ticket.
To order go to
http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/groupsales
and enter your
special password:
taffiesa
If you order, please email Susan
Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com
The Shows below are only available by Calling 210-226-5967 Sherrie
Villani (SVillani@majesticempire.com)
Please identify yourself as a TAFFIE member
Ringling Bros.
Barnum & Bailey Circus
Alamodome
June 29 7:30pm, July 3 at 6pm
and
July 4 at 4pm
VIP $35 Lower Level $12, $7
June 30 & July
1 7:30pm
July 2 3:30pm & 7:30pm July 3 2pm
VIP $35, Lower Level
$17, $12, $7
Deadline: June 24
Oak Ridge Boys
Majestic
Theatre
June 24th 7:30pm
50% off
Main Floor $20
Mezzanine
$15
Balcony $12.50
Julio Iglesias
July 14, 2011 7:30pm
Majestic Theatre
Discount Prices
Main Floor A-K Sold out
L-S(center) B-S Sides $79 T-HH $56.50 Mezz $56.50 Balcony $43
Yo Gabba Gabba
Touring show of the Nick Jr. TV show
One show
Only
Lila Cockrell Theatre
Nov 30th 6pm
Main Floor $40
Balcony 1 &2 $30
watch for theater discounts for other cities
later.
Feel free to share with other homeschoolers, friends
and family and cross post to other lists!
Gridjumpers.com
presents . . . I.E.W. workshops!
Free DVD introduction to the
Institute for Excellence in Writing Program, by Andrew Pudewa
Introduction:
Tuesday July 5th from 7 to 9:30pm: Andrew
Pudewa DVD "Structure and Style Overview"
Additional
information at http://www.excellenceinwriting.com/sso
AND THEN! Immediately after the Introduction DVD
REGISTER NOW
for my Teaching
Writing: Structure & Style Seminar!!
Have you purchased an
I.E.W. product (or other writing product) and not fully utilized it
because you didn't quite understand the process? Here's your chance to
use it properly (if you've already purchased it), or buy and use the
I.E.W. program with a support system! Join us as we realize the full
potential of the I.E.W. program in our homeschools and co-ops. Each
month we will work together through one "Structural Model" in the
I.E.W. writing program as we prepare to teach the lessons to our
students and children!
Cost: $50 annual fee includes
monthly meetings & the TWSS workbook
$30 if you already have the
current "Teaching
Writing: Structure & Style Workbook"
Time: 7pm
Dates
(second Tuesday of the month, beginning in August):
August
5th Structural Model (SM) I: Note
Making & Outlines
Sept 6th
SM II: Summarizing from Notes
Oct 4th
SM III: Summarizing Narrative Stories
Nov 1st
SM IV: Summarizing a Reference
Dec 6th
SM V: Writing from Pictures
Jan 3rd
SM VI: Library Research Reports
Feb 7th
SM VII: Creative Writing
Mar 6th
SM VIII: Formal Essay
Apr 3rd
SM IX: Formal Critique
Location: Laprise Hangar Home: 121
Pitts Lane, Marion TX 78124
Check out my
website for
more opportunities for homeschool moms!
Kelsey Crockett is offering an encore presentation of her
one-week Public Speaking Intensive to students ages 13-18. The
June class was a terrific success and the student’s went away with
their speech credit and a new level of confidence in their ability to
make presentations and speeches. This repeat class will cover the
basics of Public Speaking including instruction and practice in
informative, persuasive, and impromptu speaking styles. The
material covered will constitute a ½ credit in Public Speaking.
WHEN: July 25 – July 29
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Students responsible for bringing their
lunch, drinks provided)
WHERE: Near UTSA – 12614
Carriage Dove, San Antonio, TX 78249
COST: $150
for your first student and $100 for siblings.
Space is limited to 10 students!
For more information, or to
register, contact Lee Ann Crockett:
Lcrockett@sbcglobal.net
210-287-0486
Calling all home school moms! Come to a free camp kick off at
the Igo Library! Borne Adventure-Us is an Usborne book camp that
provides children 0-11 years old with a high quality educational book,
an activity kit to help them in their exploration of the topic and an
exciting activity to spark their interest to investigate the book on
their own! The best part of these camps are that the activity is
absolutely free! I only charge the retail price of the kits and
books. As a home school mom, I've fallen in love with Usborne
Books and would love to share them with you. Come to our kick
off to learn more and to sign up for Fall Semester if you're
interested. Fall classes include "We Heart Art", "I Dig
Dinosaurs", "Come Play With Us" and "Night of Knights" I have a
flyer put together with more information. If you are interested,
please contact Rachel Huffmire at
rachelhuffmire@gmail.com
and I will forward it on to you.
Are you at a point in your home-schooling where you could use some
help teaching one or more of the core classes for your children?
Do you find yourself burning the candle on both ends but still feel
that God has called you to home schooling?
Are your children
asking to go to school with other kids to have friends they see on a
consistent basis?
If this is the case, ENAACT may be what you are looking for. We are
a Christian home school co-op that offers both core and elective
classes. All core classes meet Monday and Wednesday for an hour and 15
minutes. Elective classes meet on Fridays. Your students can
take just one course, or sign up for all courses for their grade
level.
Information Meetings are scheduled for June 21st at 7:00 and June
29th at 2:00 at Tree of Life off I-35 in New Braunfels. Consider
this an invitation to learn about our wonderful home schooling
ministry.
For additional information, visit our web site at
www.enaact.org. To RSVP for a
meeting or to reserve complimentary childcare, call our office at
830-626-0330.
CHArMS: New Co-op for K-1 in NW San
Antonio
Hi, I am Alexa, homeschooling mom to children ages five and three
in Northwest San Antonio. Now that my preschool co-op days are
through, I am pleased to announce the creation of the San Antonio
Co-op for History, ARt, Music, and Science or CHArMS!
CHArMS
exists to assist parents in providing fun-filled, affordable, secular,
classically-oriented learning opportunities in history, science, art,
and music for K-1 grade homeschooled students.
CHArMS will not
officially begin until Fall 2011, but a parent planning session will
be held as soon as there are enough interested families. For more
information and to sign up for the planning session, please visit
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SanAntonioCHArMS/
A free information meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 21 at 7
p.m. at Starbucks in Boerne, TX to learn more about the Classical
Conversations program available in Boerne for the 2011-2012 school
year. More information is available at www.classicalconversations.com
The purpose of New Braunfels Science School is to offer both
classroom and laboratory experiences in science to homeschooled
students of Comal and surrounding counties.When students are active in
their own learning processes, their work becomes meaningful and they
retain concepts presented in class. Our school will have daily
hands-on activities and labs that are appealing to students and will
engage them as active learners.
We will be ready to open
our doors in mid-August. In the mean time, I invite you to
explore the class listings, photo gallery and other information listed
on the tabs above. If you have time, I would love to meet you and your
child to talk further about our plans for the fall.
Sincerely,
Terri Moore-Cocanougher (coke-an-hour)
(817) 975-2455,
nbscienceschool@gmail.com
New Braunfels Science School offers science curriculum for
middle school aged students. All courses are taught by
a master
science educator in a laboratory setting.
http://nbscienceschool.webs.com
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ERIC CARLE TREASURED STORIES-Little Bear, Hungry Caterpillar, Papa Get
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Fri, Jan. 20, 2012
MUFARO'S BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS by Dallas Children's Theatre--Charline
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For homeschooling information/support groups/activities around
Lackland AFB (Joint Base San Antonio - Lackland) contact:
JBSA - School Liaison Office
Email: lackland.slo@us.af.mil
Com: 210-671-3722
Hi! My name is Lisa. I am a homeschooling mom of 3. I have been
very frustrated in my search for a group that meets our needs so I
have created my own. I'm creating a group for homeschool teens so that
they can get together, have fun, talk, laugh and hang out. Here are
our requirements for joining:
*Must be homeschooled.
*Must be
between the ages of 13 - 19.
*This is a SECULAR homeschool group.
All faiths & beliefs are welcome. Respect of other peoples beliefs is
mandatory.
*Drugs, Alcohol & Nicotine are not permitted at any get
together or activity. If a teen is caught using any of these during an
event they will be asked to leave and not return.
*Parent
participation is required. A parent must attend at least the 1st 3 get
togethers with their child. After that a parent may drop off their
child for an event as long as they get permission in advance.
*RSVP'ing
for events by stated date is mandatory. Just showing up is not allowed A
minimum of 4 teens will be required for an event to occur. If it is
not met then the event will be cancelled.
Activities will include
movies, parties, bowling, skating etc. The kids can suggest activities
they would like to do & if the parents agree then we will try to make
it happen.
I hope you will join our group and we can work together
to give our teenagers the friends, activities and memories that they
will treasure. Being a teenager is hard..being homeschooled comes with
added challenges. Email for more infolisasanantoniogirl@yahoo.com
or visit:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sanantonioteenhomeschoolgroup/
By appointment, we provide free, live, expert help to students in
South Texas, using VoIP (live voice online) and our interactive
digital board.
We
strongly encourage parent(s), guardian(s), or teachers to be present
with the student(s) during these live, online sessions.
To
participate in a live, online session, a student can use any computer
with a good internet connection, speakers and a microphone (or a
hands-free phone). Webcams are not used.
We can help
Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday mornings, and Tuesday or Thursday
evenings, and we can host live group sessions for up to eight (8)
students.*
Questions? We'd be glad to answer your
questions. Please send us an email with your questions to
info@mytexastutor.org.
Mytexastutor.org is a family endeavor, originally established by
the Villegas family to help students in South Texas succeed in
Mathematics.
The Villegas family live in Texas and their
collective experience spans over 35 years of proven results helping
students succeed.
They have a passion for helping students
learn Mathematics.
http://mytexastutor.org/freetutoring.html
I am trying to gather a small group of bright kids for a new
school experience. Home school gives my son the quiet
environment, the support and understanding that no school offers but
because our kids need much practice interacting with others I would
like to gather a team of learners. Since academics are fairly
easy I would like to devote at least 25% of the school day working on
life skills. For this to work I need a few other families to
join this project.
I am looking for people to pool
resources, including enough financial backing to hire a social worker
or psychologist to mediate social training. At this time I am looking
for 7th graders. Kids without Aspergers would also be welcome if
you feel you have a child with strong academics but weak social
skills. Contact Terri Ashby at
termat@grandecom.net for more information.
The Texas Independence Trail Region caters to diverse interests
and offers a wide variety of scenery. You'll find that facilities for
outdoor/indoor recreational & cultural activities are available across
the region. Festivals, scenic overlooks, bird sanctuaries, shopping in
old downtowns, the metropolitan areas of San Antonio & Houston, a
countryside blanketed with wildflowers & trees, ranging from lordly
pines to scrub mesquite, beaches, lakes, rivers and historic landmarks
can all be enjoyed when you drive across the Independence Trail
Region.
http://www.texasindependencetrail.com/index.aspx?page=5
The Gifted at Home group has re-formed, it is online:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/giftedathome/
It is meant to
provide support for the unique needs of children who are
intellectually gifted, whose needs are not being met in traditional
school settings. Participants are home-schoolers, or parents
considering homeschooling in the greater San Antonio area.
Members of the group have children who have been identified as gifted
by objective criteria, WISC-IV, WIPSII, Stanford achievement test,
Stanford Binet, Weschler, cogAT, etc.
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