The CHAP Convention is coming fast! It is held at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, PA on Fri & Sat, May 11 & 12! The Early Bird Registration Deadline is here--Thursday, March 15th! Register before the deadline and save on the convention fee! Register online at www.chaponline.com.
Cabin Fever? Spring Fever? This time of year gets complicated for many homeschooling families. Cabin fever has had its effects and spring fever is just around the corner. Tests, papers, projects, portfolios and evaluations are already in process. And along with all that, a sense of satisfaction that some of the seeds planted are growing into good fruit.
Working Outdoors With God's Creation. This month's CHAP eNews features two men who have worked in the outdoors with God's creatures and have learned a few lessons in the process. Both men are favorites of PA homeschoolers and will be presenting at this year's CHAP Convention. First is Lew Sterrett, who is known for the lessons of leadership and life that he teaches from the back of his horse. Lew adds some new perspectives to the subject of vision.
Next you'll read a classic memory from the life of Mark Hamby as he learns the real life definition of shepherd. Mark's experience gives a whole new meaning to "pressing on toward the goal."
The wisdom of Solomon tells us that without a vision people will perish or go unrestrained. Indeed, a clear vision defines the disciplines and essential steps to accomplish a large goal. It is often said that the difference between fantasy and vision is that one has legs. The theme of this year's CHAP conference is pressing on toward a goal. It is not only an appropriate theme for home education, but also can be clearly illustrated through horse training. The more clearly defined the end product is, the more likely it would be achieved. This would be true with the design of a building, the definition of the character of Christ, the exact footfalls of a performance horse, or the quality of good education.
To press on toward the goal requires a three-dimensional, 20/20, and x-ray vision. Three-dimensional vision sees not only where we should go, where we have been, but also where we are. 20/20 vision evaluates reactions in light of potential, so times of stubbornness and fearfulness become opportunities to develop determination and faith. Leaders with x-ray vision will not only see the needs of others, but also their own blind spots. Using the analogy of the horse allows us to step outside our context and see the good and purposeful intent of the trainer. The horse doesn't see it at the moment, but the audience does. They see the patient, persistent pressing on toward the goal so that the horse will experience the joy, freedom, and greater accomplishment. The result of our experience is that we want to cooperate more with our trainer the Lord Jesus Christ.
The trainer is so impassioned and determined to help the horse that he endures much questioning, and difficulty. His goal, first of all, is that the horse would become free of his fear and be able to trust. It is the trainer's hope to turn the horse's focus from the difficulty to the opportunity. Only when these two elements are accomplished do we see the ability for the student or the horse to become faithful in the work they are doing. The question is how can we turn their focus to that which is productive. There would be no need for Paul to challenge us to press on if it was an easy assignment! This will be the emphases of my 4 workshops during CHAP 2007.
The ultimate goal of the trainer is to not only capture the horse's interest, but to discover and unleash his potential. This wholehearted pursuit is God's desire for His creation. It is the concern of parents that their children come to a place of delight, wholeness and motivation that would enable them to surmount every barrier. The ultimate goal is not self indulgence, but love. The apostle Paul in Philippians 1 prays that our love may abound more and more in real knowledge and all discernment so that we may approve the things that are excellent in order to be sincere and blameless until the day of Christ. May together our efforts of training and education provoke others to wise and discerning choices, and that they might learn to love with excellence and purity of spirit.
One of my most memorable experiences as a shepherd was the day that my sheep followed me for the very first time. This event, however, didn't take place overnight. For five years I hated my sheep and my sheep hated me! They ran from me, they stamped their feet at me, and they were an embarrassment to me. But they followed my seven year old daughter. They knew her voice and they ate out of the palm of her hand. But me? One look at me and they gave a loud bleating sound that sent shivers up my spine, especially when visitors were around.
To make matters worse, Rambo (that's what we named him for obvious reasons) tried to kill me several times. You can be sure I didn't take this lightly. Since strangulation didn't work, there were several times that I had the scope on him, while aiming from my bedroom window. I often employed this method of using the scope on my rifle to check the sheep in the upper pasture. I found that when Rambo came into sight, my finger seemed to find its way to the trigger! No, I never did shoot him, but if I could do it again, I might just hold on to that trigger a little more firmly. Now for all you animal activists, no letters!
One time in particular, Rambo stood on his hide legs and "rammed" me square in the back. As I lay on the ground trying to catch my breath, I thought he had broken my back . I looked up to see the beast was standing above me, ready to finish me off! I quickly rolled and he missed me. But what happened next was the best part. Losing all sense of humanity, I was filled with anger and wrath (this was 10 years ago!), and I began to choke this beast. While I was actually trying to strangle him, my wife, protector of all who stand in my way, yelled down from the back porch, saying, "What on earth are you doing to that poor animal?" While breaking blood vessels in my eyes from this death grip, I retorted, "What does it look like I'm doing!?, I'm trying to kill him; he tried to kill me first!"
I think you have a pretty good pictures of my early days as a shepherd. My relationship with my sheep was a hate-hate relationship. I couldn't wait to have some of them for dinner, but my daughter loved them so much that she threatened never to speak to me again if I touched one of her beloved sheep. So I was stuck. Little did I know that God would use my relationship with the sheep to teach me that I had a problem with anger, and that forceful control leads only to broken relationships.
It was 1994. I was as sick as a dog and, for the most part, on empty. I had been sick for thirteen years, and the possibility of going back to full-time ministry seemed unlikely. To make matters worse, Jonathan, my oldest son, had just told me that he hated me. Without realizing it, I had been treating him just like Rambo-controlling him with threats, anger, and forcefulness. One can only maintain that posture for so long until it turns around and "rams" you right in the back.
After several lambs had died due to the weather and my negligence, my daughter had informed me that I wasn't a good shepherd. My heart was pierced. God sure knows how to get our attention. So I really tried to care for the sheep. Then it happened. I had spent eight weeks in the barn during our third lambing season. About the sixth week, after sheering, de-worming, immunizing, and bottle feeding, I noticed that the ewes were behaving differently toward me. They were observing my movements, and were not as anxious around me. Now, picture this: there I was, sick beyond description, with no energy and little hope; but I was giving these sheep the best care I could give them. I often sat in the hay, reading the Psalms and praying aloud, holding a lamb that nibbled on my finger. I truly began to love these creatures of God, and the mother sheep knew it. Then one day, as I walked to the other side of the barn, all seventy sheep moved toward me. I walked to the other side, and they followed. I quickly opened up all the stall doors and walked up the path toward our house and when I looked back, all the mothers and their lambs were following! As we approached the house, I yelled, "Jennifer! Debbie!!! Look outside!" When my little girl came to the window, I saw a great big smile, and knew exactly what she was thinking: "Today my Daddy became a shepherd." And I did! When the sheep knew that I really cared, especially for their lambs, they began to follow. No more control, no more anger, no more forcefulness.
The CHAP Convention needs you! Over 400 volunteers help to run the CHAP Convention. We desire and need your help to make the Convention a success. As of this writing, we have over 200 already committed to help in various positions. If you would like to help, read on.
Benefits of Volunteering:
A chance to serve fellow homeschoolers
A tuition rebate equal to the tuition of each volunteer
Early bird shopping 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on Friday morning (Imagine a chance to shop with only 300 other people.)
Online orientation for your position
In order to volunteer you must go to the web page: www.CHAPonline.com. Volunteering can only take place online. Do not mail in the registration if you are volunteering. You must register online.
After filling out the registration form, you will be given a list of volunteer jobs from which to choose. You will know immediately if you received your choice. You will also receive your volunteer orientation online as well. Go to CHAPonline.com, click the Convention tab, then click the registration page to sign up for the Convention and volunteering.
Keep Pressing On! We are praying for your endurance to run this worthy road. Know that you are not running this road alone. Seek out the wise counsel of those who have travelled this path ahead of you! Take time to rest & be refreshed along the way! We look forward to seeing you at the CHAP Convention! Keep pressing on!
Opportunities Abound for Pennsylvania Homeschoolers! Whether they are educational, vocational or spiritual, we have some great opportunities to grow our families "in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man." This month's eNews highlights a few of these opportunities. "Make the most of every opportunity" to show your family and the world what God's doing!
The 21st Annual CHAP Convention is fast approaching. You'll find a great line up of inspiring speakers, practical workshops & helpful vendors at the Harrisburg Farm Show complex on May 12th & 13th, 2007. Registration brochures have been mailed & on-line registration is now running at www.chaponline.com! Sign up early and receive the Early Bird Discount!
Of course, many have volunteered in the past to make the CHAP Convention happen! Over 400 volunteers coordinate their efforts to serve homeschooling families and help them focus on family discipleship. You can help this year and the benefits are great! Volunteers receive a refund of their convention tuition and early bird shopping on Friday morning. First, to volunteer, you must register for the convention online. After you've registered, click on Volunteering and follow the prompts to choose a job & time. Be a Volunteer This Year!
The American Mathematics Competitions (AMC), run by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA), is a fantastic chance for students to participate in an exciting, challenging and enjoyable mathematics contest. Information about the test can be found at www.unl.edu/amc.
Students who do particularly well on the tests will be invited to participate in the American Invitational Mathematics Exam, the USA Mathematical Olympiad, and potentially the Mathematical Olympiad Summer Program and the International Mathematics Olympiad. But even if your students aren't likely to be one of the top scorers in the nation, this test gives them the opportunity to be challenged and, hopefully, get excited about mathematics. Some homeschoolers already participate but I would love to see more homeschoolers involved in this activity. Contact the AMC office at amcinfo@maa.org. The MAA and the AMC are eager to do everything possible to encourage any students, be they public, private, parochial or home schooled, to participate.
Harvey Cedars Bible Conference, six miles at sea on beautiful Long Beach Island, NJ, offers a seashore vacation designed to bless, help, and encourage homeschool families. The programs are designed to provide times of family rest and relaxation as well as times of learning, challenge, and interaction with other families and teachers.
Special features: Your entire family will be fascinated by the nightly presentations of Dean Ortner (“The Million-Volt Man”) and his Sermons from Science. Marine Biology classes, both introductory and advanced, will be taught again by Drs. Jim and Dan DeVries. Last year’s students considered this subject their favorite. Certificates for 3 – 5 hours of credit can be earned from the teacher-leaders. These vacation packages are affordably priced with a variety of accommodations available. For more information, check their website at www.hcbible.com or call Linda Lukacs at (609) 494-5689 x.114 Harvey Cedars Bible Conference, 12 Cedars Ave., Harvey Cedars, NJ 08008
Engineering Day is being held on Thursday, Feb 22 at the Harrisburg Campus of HACC in the Wildwood Conference Center. The registration deadline has been extended until noon on Wednesday, Feb 21. To register, please respond to Deb DeSantis directly at dadesant@hacc.edu. Each student can select 2 different sessions to attend from the following choices: Architecture, Civil, Computer, Electronics/Electrical, Environmental, GeoSpatial, Mechanical, & Nanofabrication. Contact: Deb DeSantis, Faculty Secretary - H213 Business, Hospitality, Engineering, and Technologies Division Harrisburg Area Community College One HACC Drive Harrisburg PA 17110 dadesant@hacc.edu (717) 780-2543 - phone (717) 780-1130 - fax.
Antique Auto Museum in Hershey Homeschool Day 2007, Wednesday, March 14, Special Activities Run 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Museum Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Innovation and Invention will be a main focus of the day as visitors explore cars from motoring’s early days that are part of the TOP BRASS Horseless Carriages 1890-1915 exhibition. Brass era vehicles introduced, tested, and perfected the systems and pieces that would eventually be used to build the modern automobile. They are also some of the most colorful, visually interesting vehicles ever produced. “In addition to the special brass era cars, the children will have an opportunity to cruise eight decades of automobiles in unique settings,” says AACA Museum Curator Jeff Bliemeister, “and they will have wonderful interactive experiences as well, like sitting at the counter of a restored 1941 diner comparing menu prices, or jumping on the bell of a recreated WWII Era service station. Families will be able to handle historic auto-related artifacts or make various take home projects.” This is a self-guided program and advance registration is requested. Age-appropriate activities and “learning labs” supported by Pennsylvania State Standards in history, math, economics, English, science and technology will occur throughout the exhibits. The Antique Auto Museum at Hershey, a member of the Smithsonian Institutions Affiliations Program, displays beautifully restored automobiles in unique scenes and settings. This Museum is one of the nation’s newest and largest automotive museums. Visitors are transported through eight decades in time from New York to San Francisco, making each visit a visual adventure for all ages. The Museum is located just off Route 39, one mile west of Hersheypark Drive in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Regular admission $9, seniors age 61 and older $8, juniors age 4-12 $7, children age 3 and under are FREE. Regular admission prices apply for students and a $2.00 per person discount will be offered to adults that are accompanying the students for this event. For further information, please call 717-566-7100 or visit www.aacamuseum.org. EVENT CONTACT: Amanda Eshenour, Administrative Assistant, 717-566-7100 ext.101, aeshenour@aacamuseum.org
The Liberty Institute For Young Champions Summer 2007June 24 -- 29, 2007 The Liberty Institute for Young Champions is a Christian academic summer camp for students held each summer on the campus of Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. Liberty University’s Christ-centered environment is the perfect place for 10th, 11th or 12th grade students to explore college life. Students come for one week in the summer and grow from the knowledge and biblical worldview taught of the best instructors in academia.Students will attend morning concentrations (major areas of study) and afternoon seminars Monday through Thursday. The concentrations will include the following topics: African-American Studies, Biology and Etymology, Computer Science, Cross Cultural Missions, The Civil War in Virginia, Graphic Design, Psychology, Literature, and Spanish Studies. Several of the concentrations will conduct tours to nearby historical or educational sites. Afternoon seminars will include special topics and feature numerous guest speakers and action-oriented activities.For more information, call 434-582-2087 or e-mail youngchampions@liberty.edu.
By listing these items/events, CHAP is not endorsing any of the events. Each homeschooling parents needs to investigate and be discriminating according to their beliefs and viewpoints as to whether the event is suitable for their family.
If you know about a great opportunity or website that you think might benefit other homeschooling families, please pass it along. Email the information to editor@chaponline.com or mail it to the address at the end of this email. Keep it simple with important information and a brief description. Most importantly, keep pressing on!
Rodale Intern, Aaron Fox, slide show of trip to Galapagos Islands 7 p.m.
St. Barnabas Episcopal Church - drinks and dessert served
10/10/06 - Tues. Reading Student Concerts - contact Vernie for info
10/11/06 - Wed. 10 a.m. The Noble School - Native American Heritage Program - presentation of life and culture of Lenni Lenape Indians, St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Kutztown. Exhibit of items used, discussion, storytelling, teaching of dances. Group travels around the world teaching about Lenape people. A donation of $5 for children over age 4. RSVP at 484-646-9655 or email Andy Rowan at
10/13/06 - Co-op Fire Safety day - Shoemakersville Fire Company 12:20-3.00 p.m. Located on Church St. in Shoemakersville. Check w/Vernie for directions.
10/14/06 - Lighthouse Church, Orwigsburg Pa - Womens Seminar 9 a.m. - Noon. Breakfast at 9 am (tickets are $5), or come for the seminar at 10 a.m. Theme - Faith and Perseverance - join us for a wonderful morning of worship and teaching. See Heidi Young for more info or tickets for breakfast by 10/6/06
10/18/06 - Noble School Lenni Lenape event 10-Noon. Same as above - 2nd presentation - check for more info and to verify date
10/20/06 - Noble School History Dinner 5:30 p.m. at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church. Theme is Early American Native Indian Tribes. You will learn about the Native Americans of Alaska, Plains, the Southwest and the Southeast. Also a performance by Jamestown Award recipient of last years National History Day Competition. RSVP if you plan to attend to
Jane Ferreia 484-646-9655
End of Oct - Help Vernie get the library back up! Check with her on the details
11/10/06 - Co-op Meeting -Library Science Day 12:30 -3:00 at Christian Ed. Resource Library Shoemakersville.
11/11/06 - Lighthouse Church, Rt 61, Orwigsburg - Family Comedy Night - see Heidi Young for more details - free and open to all! 7:00 p.m.
12/18/06 - Co-Op Meeting Zion Lutheran Church 12 - 3 - Advent Christmas Fellowship Program
**NEED EVENTS FOR JANUARY/FEBRUARY, MARCH AND MAY - PLEASE PASS ON YOUR SUGGESTIONS FOR THESE TIMES**
Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Melissa Yiaski and I have been a living historian for over 5 years. During the past 2 yrs. I have developed the following programs:
"A Colonial Woman" : A day in the life of a colonial woman, family, chores
"Mary Todd Lincoln" : Her life story, her youth, Mr. President, and family
"The Unsinkable Molly Brown" : Born to poverty, instant wealth, the Titanic and more!
"What's in Your Laundry?" : A sometimes comical look into various American historical personalities through their laundry.
Coming soon: Dolly Madison, Rosie the Riviter
Also available for story telling for the young : dressed in costume
Programs are performed in costume/period clothing and in first person. For more information:
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CONTENTS: 2006 CHAP CONVENTION: -Celebrating 20 Years! 5/12,13/06 -Volunteer Opportunities- a few openings!! PRAY: National Day of Prayer 5/4/06 OPPORTUNITY: State College Book Sale 5/6/06 OPPORTUNITY: Children's Writing Seminar 5/16/06 OPPORTUNITY: Internships with Vision Forum Thought for the Moment <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
2006 CHAP CONVENTION: Celebrating 20 Years . . . Fri & Sat., May 12 & 13, 2006 It's only 1 1/2 weeks away!!! We've had 20 years to get ready for this and we're still running around trying to get the last minute details finished for you! There will be Door Prizes, Special Drawings, Fabulous Speakers, and Familiar Vendors you won't want to miss!
The Exciting Guest Speakers include: -John R. Erickson, a former cowboy and ranch manager, is gifted with a storyteller's knack for spinning a yarn. Through the eyes of Hank the Cowdog, a smelly, smart aleck Head of Ranch Security, Erickson gives readers a glimpse of daily life on a ranch in the West Texas Panhandle. John Erickson will be speaking at the at the Early Session free and open to the public on Friday at 8:30 AM and four other times during the two-day convention. Go to Hank's website (www.hankthecowdog.com) and click on "Meet Author John Erickson" to learn about his background. Also click on "John Erickson tells about the wild fires near his ranch in the Panhandle!" for a first-hand real-life account and photos of the fires in Texas on John's ranch just a month ago.
-Norm Wakefield.The calling of God in Norm's life has given him a heart for men and their families. His calling as a child of God has birthed an emphasis on the gospel and relationship with Jesus Christ. It forms the basis for wisdom in all aspects of life and is the strength of Elijah Ministries. As a husband, Norm longs to see marriages that glorify God. His calling as a father of four has given him a heart for family. When God called Norm into the pastoral ministry, God led him to disciple and encourage men. Leading people into the presence of God has come from his calling as a worship leader. The desire of his heart is to see God glorified in His people as they apply God's Word to their lives. To learn more visit www.spiritofelijah.com.
-Doug Phillips of Vision Forum will be the third Guest Speaker at the CHAP Convention this year. The Vision Forum website www.visionforum.com says: Everything on our site is an expression of our mission: to rebuild Christian family culture. At Vision Forum, we are unabashed advocates for the historic, biblical ideal for motherhood and fatherhood; we rejoice in the revival of biblical education promoted through the home school movement; and we dare to believe that it is still noble and virtuous to train our sons to hold the doors for our daughters.
We also have a very special guest homeschool dad this year: -Senator Rick Santorum. Senator Santorum has been a voice in Washington, DC on conservative issues and on issues influencing the family. As a homeschool dad, he knows the trials that homeschool families face. He will be speaking at approximately 1:00 PM on Friday sharing his vision for the homeschool family.
Don't miss this opportunity to be enriched by nationally known speakers on a variety of topics from preschool to college at home. The CHAP Convention website has information on all 25 speakers, the 60 workshops, and the over 170 vendors. You can visit the website at: www.chaponline.com/convention. You can register online or at the door. <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
CHAP CONVENTION VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES There are still some volunteer positions open for the 2006 CHAP Convention. If you are interested in helping, go to www.chaponline.com/convention and click on "volunteering". Did You Know: Each year over 325 people volunteer at the CHAP convention to serve the homeschoolers of this region. <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
PRAY: National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 4th, 2006 Theme: America, Honor God "Those who honor Me, I will honor." I Samuel 2:30 Take time to turn your hearts to the Father for our country, leaders, churches and families. For more information & to find events near you visit: www.nationaldayofprayer.org <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
The State College Home School Book Sale SATURDAY, MAY 6, from 11AM until 2PM at the PARK FOREST BAPTIST CHURCH in STATE COLLEGE - take the Valley Vista exit on 322 West. There will be a large variety of used home school curriculums and books at great prices - over 35 tables ! Also, there will be home schoolers, both adult and children, selling their homemade wares. THERE IS NO ENTRANCE CHARGE - so come out and take advantage of low prices and great fellowship while stocking up for next year or future years of homeschooling ! Contact Jeanne at 814-353-2961 or jboggie4@yahoo.com if you need directions or have questions. <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
Children's Writing Seminar w/ Dave & Neta Jackson Tuesday, May 16, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. For children grades 4th-9th. This seminar is being sponsored by HIS of Pine Grove and is being provided by Dave and Neta Jackson, authors of Trailblazer books. The seminar will include the following workshops: -Your Character Makes Your Story, -Point of View, -Dramatic Writing. The cost per child is $40 and each additional child in the family is $25. There will also be a Parent Workshop, Monday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. with the cost being $3-5/family (the cost will depend on the number of families registered to attend). For more information, contact Gena Brennan at: Gena@losch.net <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
Internships with Vision Forum Vision Forum is pleased to announce their upcoming internships for 2006. The internships - which emphasize biblical manhood, practical business skills, and preparation for Christian leadership - are available to young men who are Christian home educators and who possess a servant's spirit, a teachable heart, and a desire to work hard serving a ministry devoted to the restoration of the Christian family. Vision Forum will be accepting applications for its various internships to run for approximately five months - August 7 through December 20. A small monthly stipend will be granted to accepted applicants to assist with basic living expenses. Application deadline is May 22, 2006. Types of Internships Include: General Track Internship, exposes the intern to a wide range of opportunities to serve the Lord with Vision Forum; Creative Media Internship; and Information Technology Internship. For more information, contact Vision Forum at: enews@visionforum.com <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
Thought for the moment: 20 years ago: Some of our parents thought we were crazy and were going to get thrown in jail. Some of us were still asking "Is that legal?' Some of us were still in diapers! What about the next 20 years? Some of us will be with Jesus. Some of us will be passing along what our parents gave us in honor. Some of our children will be passing on the vision of family discipleship to their families, friends & neighbors to the Glory of the Father.
Father God, Thank You for turning Your Heart to us, just as You would have us turn our hearts to our children. And Father, turn our hearts to You, just as You would turn the hearts of our children toward us and You. Father, make us a ready people, prepared for You in Christ Jesus. Amen <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
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