May. 7, 2008
The PPEA Invites you to graduation 2008
You are cordially invited to The PPEA Class of 2008 Graduation
Ceremony
Saturday May 17th 11:00 am
Starkey Road Baptist Church
8800 Starkey Road, Seminole, Florida
http://www.srbc.org/starkeyroad/
Come celebrate Homeschooling Success! Whether you are just starting
homeschooling or almost at the finish line, the graduation ceremony
will be a blessing to you. Please join us as we celebrate the
accomplishments of your PPEA seniors and their families. Invite your
homeschooling skeptical friends and family members, they will be
impressed with our graduates. You will leave encouraged and with a
renewed vision for finishing the task God has set before you.
Graduation Coordinator
Lisa Sweet
graduation@ppea-homeschool.com
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May. 7, 2008
Home Grown Kids Summer Fun Dates
HOME GROWN KIDS SUMMER FUN!
June
Tuesday, June 3rd - St. Pete Beach @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, June 10th - Free Movie @ 10am & Astro Skate @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, June 17th - Free Movie @ 10am & North Shore Pool @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, June 24th - Free Movie @ 10am & Seminole Lanes Bowling @ 1:30pmJuly
Tuesday, July 1st - Free Movie @ 10am & St. Pete Beach @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, July 8th - Polynesian Putter Mini-Golf @ 10am & Walter FullerPool @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, July 15th - Free Movie @ 10am & Astro Skate @ 1:00pm
The week of July 21st-25th is VBS @ Calvary Chapel
Tuesday, July 29th - Free Movie @ 10am & North Shore Pool @ 1:00pmAugust
Tuesday, August 5th - Free Movie @ 10am & St. Pete Beach @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, August 12th - Free Movie @ 10am & Walter Fuller Pool @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, August 19th - St. Pete Beach @ 1:00pm
Tuesday, August 26th - Walter Fuller Pool @ 1:00pm
Movies @ Park Place7200 US Highway 19 NorthPinellas Park, FL 33781(I will email the movies that are playing in my Monday reminders)
St. Pete Beach Access4700 Gulf Blvd.St. Pete Beach($.25/hour to park & right across the street from Chickfila)
Astro Skate10001 66th StreetPinellas Park(From 1-4pm $6.00 to skate - includes rental)
Seminole Lanes Bowling8668 Park BlvdPinellas Park($5.50 + tax includes 2 games, shoes & small drink)
Polynesian Putter4999 Gulf BlvdSt. Pete Beach(10am, $5.00 to play)
Walter Fuller Pool7883 26th Avenue NorthSt. Petersburg(Open swim from 1-4pm, $2.50 - Under 12, $3.00 - 13+)
North Shore Pool901 North Shore Drive NESt. Petersburg(Open swim from 1-4pm, $2.50 - Under 12, $3.00 - 13+)This schedule is subject to change so please, please read your emailreminders! If you have any questions, please email me!
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Apr. 28, 2008
PPEA Annual Curriculum Sale
You are invited to the PPEA Annual Curriculum Sale
Shop for books, teaching materials and educational toys
Saturday, May 3rd
First Baptist Church
5495 Park Blvd.
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Please note that we only accept checks for payment; no cash or credit.
As a PPEA member benefit the first 2 hours of the sale, beginning at 12:30 pm, is for members only. The sale is open to the general public beginning at 2:30 pm. till 4:30 pm. No children under the age of 14 will be allowed to enter the sale. Many tables full of materials.
DON'T MISS OUT!
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Apr. 21, 2008
Homeschool Community!
Classical Conversations is a homeschool community that is experiencing
explosive growth in the Orlando area. Would your family benefit from
joining one of our Classical, Christian Communities? We are adding
additional programs in our area and wanted you to know.
We would like to invite you to attend one of our upcoming Parent Information
Meetings.
Tuesday, April 22 at 7pm
River of Life Church
8323 W Sand Lake Road
Orlando, Florida 32819
Tuesday, April 29 at 7pm.
Colonial Church of the Nazarene
2209 Walnut St
Orlando, FL 32806
Last year in our Foundations program (PK-6th) here is just a sample of what
our students learned:
* 160 events & people in a chronological timeline
* 24 history sentences to "put some flesh" on our timeline
(Charlemagne,Reformation, Renaissance, World Wars, . )43 U.S. presidents
* Over 100 locations and geographic features in Europe, Asia and
select parts of the World.
* 24 science facts (biomes, planets, laws of motion, laws of
thermodynamics, . )
* Latin verbs the first conjugation
* English Grammar facts (including pronouns, adjectives,adverbs, .)
* Multiplication tables up to 15x15, common squares and cubes, as well
as basic geometry formulas and unit conversions
That's over 500 pieces of information and doesn't even include...
. Exposure to drawing techniques
. Music theory and tin whistle
. 6 Great Artists and related projects
. Introduction to orchestra and 3 classical composers
. Weekly science experiments or hands-onprojects.
. The practicing and refinement of oral presentation skills!
We would love to partner with your family in the awesome privilege and
journey of homeschooling. The attached flier contains information about
Classical Conversations and the upcoming meetings. Please feel free to
circulate this among your homeschooling friends.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me. I would love
to share with you about CC and help you determine whether or not it is a
good fit for your family!
Ruthie Delk
CC Orlando Director
ruthdelk@gmail.com
Visit our website at:
http.//www.ClassicalConversations.com
Visit our Online bookstore at: http.//www.ClassicalConversationsBooks.com
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Apr. 12, 2008
Blog to win! WIn a $50.00 gift certificate to the TOS
The HSB Front Porch is having a contest and you can win a $50 gift certificate just for blogging about The Old Schoolhouse Magazine Spring Promo before midnight April 30, 2008. Subscribe now to The Old Schoolhouse Magazine and receive 25 BONUS gifts valued at over $550! The Winter Promo sold out, don't miss out on the free gifts this time!
They are also giving away a $150 gift certificate to the Schoolhouse Store. All print subscribers (new or renewing) between April 3 - 30, 2008 will be automatically entered into a drawing. No purchase neccessary to win. To enter without subscribing, please send a postcard with your name, address, telephone number, and email address to:
The Old Schoolhouse Magazine Spring Promo Contest
PO BOX 8426
Gray, TN 37615
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Apr. 11, 2008
Make a Wish and win a $50.00 gift certifcate
A Friend of mine is having the following contest on her blog. Why don't you jump over and enter!
The Sparrows Nest
Want to find clothing that is fun, stylish, and modest? Make a wish and you could win a $50 gift certificate to Christa-Taylor! To enter, all you need to do is visit the Christa-Taylor website and make a "wish list" of 2-3 pieces you like. Ask yourself "What product defines Christa-Taylor?" Then, post it in a comment under this post! It's that easy!
The first prize will be a $50 gift certificate to spend on your wish list, and the second prize will be a $25 gift certificate to use. The winners will be drawn on Monday, April 14, so stop by today, grab a cup of tea, and do some window shopping! Can't wait to see your "wish list"! :o)
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Mar. 31, 2008
Free Refill for Print Cartridge at Wal-Greens
Mar. 25, 2008
Spring Break? Anyone!
Well.. I don't know about you, but I sure needed Spring Break this year.
It seemed like I was on input overload. I couldn't catch my breath!
Have you ever felt like that? We took a few days off and just spent it leisurely. The girls got a brand new swing set from their Poppa and they've really enjoyed it.
We went to the new Sea World water park and animal park it was so cool you really get to interact much more with the animals and the girls loved that.
We also went to the Jacksonville Zoo together and I think, I enjoyed this more than they did. Of course the girls liked all the gooey treats.
I hope everyone had a blessed Easter with family and friends.
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Mar. 10, 2008
Florida Governor Declares Home Educators Week~
Florida: Governor Declares Home Education Week March 30-April 6
Dear HSLDA Members and Friends
Good news! Governor Charlie Crist has declared March 30-April 6 to be
Home Education Week in Florida! This is the second year in a row that
Governor Crist has issued a homeschool proclamation.
Regina Hicks of Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) and
Kendall Hicks of the Christian Home Educators of the Sunshine State
(CHESS) contacted the governor's office to secure this proclamation,
making some additions from last year.
We recommend all homeschoolers in Florida to widely distribute this
proclamation and celebrate homeschooling during the designated week!
To review or print the proclamation go to
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Mar. 10, 2008
Homeschooling Seminar
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Homeschooling Seminar
Hands on Homeschooling:
The Elementary Years
with
Jan Zeiger, M. Ed.
Topics to be Discussed
The seminar will be geared towards parents who are new to homeschooling and those who are just considering it. Jan will talk about the portfolio evaluation as well as different approaches to homeschooling and tips for providing children with meaningful learning experiences. The seminar may also be of interest to more experienced homeschooling parents who are hoping to learn more about incorporating hands-on learning into their daily schedule.
A bound collection of inspirational and informative homeschooling articles and handouts will be distributed to attendees. Please bring a $5 donation to cover the cost of the materials and venue.
Want to homeschool but have a spouse who's not so sure? Have a friend who is interested but afraid to take the plunge? Bring them to this event. The deadline for registration is Friday, March 21. Unfortunately, childcare will not be available on the night of the seminar.
More than 150 Usborne Books will be on display at 6:30 and after the seminar for those who are interested in learning more about these wonderful books for children. Consultants will be available to help you. There is absolutely no purchase necessary to attend the seminar.
Links: www.handsonhomeschooling.org & www.janzeiger.com
Directions to UUU Society
(Online mapping systems are NOT accurate for this location.)
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Mar. 5, 2008
Clean Air Fair 2008
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A Special Invitation to Homeschool Groups
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Clean Air Fair 2008
Thursday, May 1, 2008
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Poe Plaza, Downtown Tampa
(Pedestrian mall located between Hyatt Regency and One Tampa City Center on Jackson @ Franklin Street).
The Environmental Protection Commission of Hillsborough County
would like to extend an invitation for your homeschool group to attend Clean Air Fair 2008. Join us to learn more about our environment and how to protect and enjoy Tampa Bay’s natural treasures.
Exhibitors include Lowry Park Zoo, Sweetwater Organic Farms, HARTLine, TECO, Croc Adventures, Big Cat Rescue, Florida Yards and Neighborhoods and many more!
Live entertainment, prize drawings and complementary ice cream top off the event!
To register your homeschool group, please contact Barbara Motte at 813.627.2600 ext. 1008 or at motte@epchc.org
There is no charge to participate – we welcome you as our guest!
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The Environmental Protection Commission of Hillsborough County
3629 Queen Palm Drive
Tampa, FL 33619
813.627.2600
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Feb. 22, 2008
Print Your Own Stationary
Feb. 11, 2008
HCECF's Annual Drum Building Campout
Send questions to
hcecf . drums @ gmail . com (remove spaces)
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.hcecf.net/campoutregistration08.htm
http://www.hcecf.net/drumbuildingcampout.htm
HCECF's Annual Drum Building Campout and Learning in the Park
Engineering Workshops
Join us May 2nd - May 4th 2008 for a weekend of creative
learning fun.
This Learning in the Park event features a FULL weekend of fun at
Magnolia Park in Apopka, Florida for ALL homeschooling families.
Kids, teens and parents all love this event!
The weekend schedule is located at
http://www.hcecf.net/5254schedule.htm
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE IS MARCH 1, 2008
*Camping - homeschool group tent camping, RV camping sites or
daytrip options. http://www.hcecf.net/camping.htm
*Drum Building Workshops for kids, teens and adults with McK-
Kreations. Homeschoolers everywhere love this annual event. HCECF is
pleased to make drum building workshops available to all
homeschoolers again for the forth year in a row.
http://www.hcecf.net/drumbuildingworkshops.htm
*Nightly Community Bonfire Drum Circles bring your graham crackers,
marshmallows and chocolate to make smores. You also want to bring
your drums or other instruments!
*Engineering Workshops - lots of great ones!
http://www.hcecf.net/engineeringworkshops.htm
*Question and Answer session for teens considering careers in the
engineering field.
*Twilight Enchanted Walkabout with John and Patricia Springer. See
Magnolia Park like you've never seen it before.
*Chalk It Up – chalk art contest
*Free goodie bags full of homeschool information and discounts,
magazines, etc.
*Raffles – lots of raffle prizes will be given away!
Tickets are a $1 donation for two tickets prior to 4/1/08 and $1
donation for 1 ticket after that. We are still seeking raffle prize
donations!
*Junk in the Trunk homeschool sale, swap, barter, trade or
giveaway. Informal event, self run activity, pick a spot and set up!
*Historical Demonstrations (more details soon)
*Remote Control Car Races - a simple track will be set up, plus
there is also a small pond for RC boats
*Spring Egg Hunt
*Great sand volleyball court, basketball court and THREE
playgrounds. Perfect for pick up games. Other recreation activities
you can enjoy at beautiful
Magnolia Park - fishing, boating in Lake Apopka, skating, bike
riding, skateboarding, hiking.
http://www.hcecf.net/drumbuildingcampout.htm
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Feb. 7, 2008
Trinity Foundation's Fourth Annual Essay Contest
The Trinity Foundation's Fourth Annual Christian Worldview Essay Contest is
underway. The topic book for the Contest this year is Freedom and
Capitalism: Essays on Christian Politics and Economics by John W. Robbins.
This is a collection of essays that demonstrates the Biblical foundation for
liberty -- both in politics and in economics.
In our society today, we have abdicated our Biblical responsibilities and
have let the government take more and more of our liberties away, often with
our consent. Freedom and Capitalism is a reminder that we are to conform all
our thinking, including our thinking on government and economics, to the
written revelation of God in the Bible.
The Essay Contest is open to those 17 to 23 years of age. Cash prizes are
awarded for the top three essays -- $3,000 for first prize, $2,000 for
second, and $1,000 for third. The complete rules and entry form may be found
at our website or by clicking on the links. If you are eligible, please
enter the contest. If you are too old, please urge your children and
grandchildren to enter.
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Feb. 7, 2008
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Feb. 5, 2008
A Classical Education Home School Support Group
A Classical Education Home School Group
Enhance your Classical Home Education!
New groups are forming now and accepting applications for the
2008/2009 school year!
We are a Classical, Christian group which provides a Community and
Accountability!
For ages Pre-K – High School
Students (along with a parent) will join others their age while
learning art, presentation skills and doing science projects as well
as working on memory work in subjects of History, Geography, Science,
Math, Grammar and Latin!
For additional information contact Simone Youmans at
shyoumans@yahoo.com
The next informational meeting is:
Tuesday, Feb 12, 2008
Southeast Branch Library - 5575 S. Semoran Blvd, Orlando
6:00 p.m
OR
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Southeast Branch Library - 5575 S. Semoran Blvd, Orlando 6:00 6 p.m
www.classicalconversations.com
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Jan. 27, 2008
Learning Differently Seminar
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy in Sanford will be offering a series of seminars focused on "Learning Differently" for parents and teachers. The $15 fee will cover all or any of the seminars that you choose to attend. State renewal credit of up to four units is available for teachers.
Seminar topics and dates are as follows: Speaker #1, February 5 @6:30 PM - Timothy P. Kowalski, M.A. Topic: Asperger's Syndrome/Autism
Speaker #2, February 12th @ 6:30 PM - Juliette Machado, Topic: Visual Processing and Patricia Ball, Topic: Audio Processing
Speaker #3, February 19th @ 6:30 PM - Christopher M. Lee, Ph.D, Topic: General Learning Disabilities, including, but not limited to: dyslexia, speech issues and tools for creative learners.
Pre-registration is required by February 1st and can be done by contacting Holy Cross Lutheran Academy at 407-936-3636.
We would appreciate you making information, regarding this valuable seminar, available to parents and teachers through your newsletter or website.
*Childcare will be provided. You will need to Pre-Register and specify number of children so we are properly staffed - Thank you!
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Jan. 25, 2008
Barry Stebbing Art Classes
Barry Stebbing Art Classes
3-Day Art Class
Registration is first come first served.
Registration must be postmarked by February 4, 2008
$25 per student The fee covers all three days of instruction and most
supplies*
Registration WILL NOT be accepted without payment.
Barry Stebbing is the creator
of How Great Thou ART
Publications. He and his wife
have been traveling throughout the United States and Canada teaching
beginning drawing and painting classes to homeschoolers for many years.
It is estimated that they have personally instructed over 50,000
homeschoolers in this manner.The purpose of this course is to inspire
these students to do good works. Barry also seeks to show them that God
has given each and every one of them ability to create, and that drawing
and painting are learned disciplines. The course includes teaching many
of the basic fundamentals of beginning drawing and painting, an
introduction to art appreciation (studying the great masters), and
teaching new techniques in the use of colored markers and colored
pencils
*Materials Needed
(will be available at Miller Pads and Paper workshop February 4th)
Standard set of 8 colored pencils and
Standard set of 8 colored markers.
Available to purchase the first day:
Prismacolor pencils set of 12 - $7.50
Watercolor markers set of 8 - $4.00
(recommended especially for older students)
Objectives of 3-Day Class
Introduce Students to:
• Great Masters in Art
• Color Theory
• Fundamentals of Drawing
• Fundamentals of Painting
• Techniques of Applying Color
• Benefits of Pen and Ink
• Colored Pencels and Markers
• Art is a Learned Discipline
• The Godly Purpose in the Arts
Ages 6 through adult
Six year olds will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Parents may participate in the classes for the same cost as the
students. If parents do not take the class, they are encouraged to stay,
observe and help for no cost. Unfortunately we will not be able to allow
any non-registered children (this includes infants) in the classroom by
request of the instructors.
Hosted By:
Suncoast Community Church
12855 110th Avenue _.
Largo, FL 33774
February 11-13, 2008
Monday - Wednesday
8:45 - 11:30 am
For more information please contact:
Cindy DiMarco (727)581-9680
cccdimarco@gmail.com
Sponsored By:
PPEA- "Where Information and Experience come TOGETHER!
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Jan. 25, 2008
Miller Pads and Paper
Miller Pad and Paper is coming to our February Mid County Support
meeting! Please note that this particular meeting will be held on
Monday February 4th from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
If you are looking for ways to make learning fun by combining art and
hands-on activities with core subjects, this workshop is for you. Renee
Miller will share many ideas and examples that she rarely gets to
finish! She will also teach art basics, in hopes of dispelling the fear
that often grips young moms and keeps them from enjoying art in their
homes with their children.
We will be sure to allow time for questions and answers at the end and
each guest will receive a thank-you gift and an outline of the workshop
that will prove valuable later. While children are welcome, this
workshop is geared to adults (a talk, not a hands on art class).
Don't forget to also sign up for the Barry Stebbing Art Classes.
Renee Miller, of Miller Pad and Paper, will be selling the supplies
needed for the Barry Stebbing Classes. There will be time for shopping
after the session.
Suncoast Community Church.
12855 110th Avenue N.
Largo, FL 33774
For more information contact:
Brandy Strouse
clearwater@ppea-homeschool.com clearwater@ppea-homeschool.com>
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Jan. 25, 2008
ORIENTATION FOR NEW HOMESCHOOLERS - Free
Saturday, February 9th from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
If you are new to homeschooling or considering homeschooling in the
future, come get all your questions answered.. Please make arrangements
to have someone watch your children. We will not be able to allow
children in this orientation because there are only 25 seats available.
To register for this free workshop go to www.ppea-homeschool.com
click on news and events
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