Oct. 12, 2007
HOME update, October 11, 2007
HOME Update, October 11, 2007
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Please forward information on the following issues to homeschoolers that you
are in contact with:
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1. HOME Upcoming Events
2. Maine News
3. Visit our Website for the Latest News and Information!
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1. HOME Upcoming Events
*** At HOME in Hope Day
Rain looks likely!! Please note the rain date below.
Friday, October 12 at 10:00am (Rain date, Friday, Oct. 19)
True Park, Church St., Hope (Behind the Hope General Store)
Join other homeschoolers for a day of fun in Hope. True Park has a
wonderful playground for children, picnic table and an ball field.
Across the street, the Hope Orchard will be open for apples, cider
and apple picking. The Hope General Store offers soups, salads and
sandwiches for those who don't want to pack a lunch. The HOME Office
is only a mile away, and will be open for browsing and refreshments
...or just stop in for a few words of encouragement!
New homeschoolers are especially encouraged to attend.
For more info, call the HOME Office at 207-763-2880
*** HOME Moms' Retreat, Saturday November 10
Because of our early March Convention, the November Moms' Retreat will be
the only one offered this year. This particular retreat offers a unique
opportunity for ALL homeschool moms, and especially support leaders.
Please take note of the afternoon session if you are a leader, and
plan to join us for some insight and inspiration!!
Morning Session: "It's the Little Things."
Sandra Lovelace is a pioneer whom the Lord continues to use in the lives
of homeschool families. She is anxious to share the latest lessons God
has been showing her about the key things that make a home a "school."
Afternoon session: "State of the Homeschool Nation."
Sandra Lovelace will bring a report from the recent National Christian
Homeschool Leadership Conference. State leaders from around the country
gathered in Albuquerque NM to attend lectures and workshops, share with
each other, and bask in the presence of our Risen Savior and Lord. Sandra
will present an overview of the event as well as details that are of great
importance to every homeschooler.
More retreat details below:
HOME Moms' Retreat
Saturday Nov 10th, 2007
10 AM to 4 PM
at the HOME Office in Hope, ME
Cost: $10.00 per person (include with registration)
Come with another homeschooling mom for the day, or have an overnight time
of rest. If you stay in the surrounding Camden area, you can plan a walk
along the harbor, browse in local shops and visit the wonderful Owl and
Turtle Bookstore. For accommodations, visit http://www.camdenme.org
Parking space is extremely limited at the HOME office. If it is possible,
please consider carpooling!
Please bring a bag lunch. Hope General Store nearby offers pizza, soups,
salads and sandwiches.
To register please send your name, address, email, phone number and
payment to:
Homeschoolers of Maine
PO Box 159
Camden, ME 04843-0159
For more details or if you have questions, please contact:
The HOME office at (207) 763-2880 or email homeschl@midcoast
*** Getting Started in Homeschooling
Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 2:00pm at the HOME Office in Hope
Are you just beginning to homeschool? Are you researching the option for
your family? Plan to attend this workshop!
We will cover the following topics:
Maine’s new homeschooling law
Record keeping
Curriculum planning
Helpful resources
Portfolios and evaluations
Support groups
Special needs
And much more!
Call the HOME office at 763-2880 to register.
*** HOME Convention, March 7 and 8, 2008
Make plans to attend HOME's 2008 Convention at the Samoset Resort in
Rockport on March 7 and 8! For all the latest convention details,
visit our website at http://www.homeschoolersofmaine.org/convention.htm
*** For a list of all upcoming HOME Events in 2007, visit
http://www.homeschoolersofmaine.org/event_calendar.htm
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2. Maine News
*** New Tougher Truancy Law
Maine's truancy law now has a bit more teeth since the Governor signed LD
454 into law in June '07. The consequences of failure to comply with the
compulsory attendance laws are potentially more severe. The new truancy law
now allows
for a yearly total of only 7 unexcused absences. The fine for truancy has
increased to $250 and the law now provides for intervention from the
Department of
Human Services. What does this mean for homeschoolers? Nothing, if you are
in
compliance with our homeschool law. If, however, you have missed deadlines
for filing
letters of intent and assessment results, you will be at a much greater
risk.
To be sure that you fully understand our homeschool law and are aware of all
deadlines,
please read the "Legal" section at our website. For more information on the
new truancy
law, visit
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/LawMakerWeb/externalsiteframe.asp?ID=28002290
8&LD=454&Type=1&SessionID=7
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3. Visit our Website for the Latest News and Information!
*** Watch for Legislation News in Maine
The Maine Legislature is in full swing. Be sure to visit the link below on a
weekly basis for Maine legislative news. Also, stay up to date and informed
with HOME's Email Updates. We'll always let you know of any issues that need
action!
For more information:
http://homeschoolersofmaine.org/legislative_information.htm
*** The Heart of HOME Newsletter: 2007 Online Issue Available
Great articles are available in the Winter 2007 issue of the Heart
Of HOME Newsletter, Online at
http://www.homeschoolersofmaine.org/current_issue.htm
*** Subscribe to the Heart of HOME
Be sure to subscribe or renew your subscription to the Heart of HOME
Newsletter online with Paypal! Check it out at
http://www.homeschoolersofmaine.org/subscription_form.htm
*** Notice of Intent
For a sample "Notice of Intent" form, visit the HOME website at
http://www.homeschoolersofmaine.org/Directions_for_Notice_of_Intent.htm
*** Maine Law Summary
The HSLDA Maine Law Summary is posted at the HOME website at
http://www.homeschoolersofmaine.org/law_summary.htm
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*** HOME updates are sent upon request. If you have received this message in
error, if you have received duplicate copies, or if you wish to have your
name removed from our update list, please email us at:
homeschl@midcoast.com. Thank you!
*** If you have found our ministry to be a blessing, please consider sending
a tax-deductible donation to HOME at the address below. Thank you!
Homeschoolers of Maine
PO Box 159
Camden, ME 04843
207-763-2880
homeschl@midcoast.com
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