It is good to give thanks to the LORD,
And to sing praises to Thy name, O Most High;
To declare Thy lovingkindness in the morning,
And Thy faithfulness by night,
With the ten-stringed lute, and with the harp;
With resounding music upon the lyre.
For Thou, O LORD, hast made me glad by what Thou hast done,
I will sing for joy at the works of Thy hands.
How great are Thy works, O LORD!
(Psalms 92:1-5)
FEBRUARY 25, 2010 – Thursday
Register Now!
And sign up NOW to make HOME MADE PIES for our legislators!
2010 State Conference
April 22-24th, 2010
Overlake Christian Church
Redmond, WA SPEAKERS:
Ken Ham, Kevin Swanson, Brian & Betsy Ray, Wade Myers, Douglas Bond, CollegePlus!, Cyndi Ringoen, Mary Craig, CH Chorale … and more!
October 9, 2010 at the Tacoma Landmark Convention Center
October 16, 2010 at the Spokane Athletic Club
Check back for Details! Past M-D Tea CD’s Available
King County 4-H Tack Sale is just over a week away.
Clean out your tack room or stuck up for Christmas!
· Saddles
· Bridles
· Blankets
· Show Clothes
· Eng/West
· And More!
The sale is on Saturday, November 21.
The sale will be at Enumclaw Middle School,
located at 550 Semanski Street, Enumclaw, WA 98022.
(The school is just off Highway 410 near Buckley.)
This event will be the only major fundraiser for the
King County horse program during the 2009-2010 4-H year.
Please come support 4-H youth development by joining us
as a buyer or a seller (or both!)
We anticipate having consignments to fit all price ranges.
Whether you're looking for an inexpensive show outfit or
preparing for national-level breed shows,
make this sale your first stop.
For the best deals, buy a $10 early bird pass and get in
at 7:30 a.m. The sale starts at 9:00 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m.
Anyone can buy or sell.
Checks, debit cards, and credit cards will be accepted.
Consignments will be taken on Friday beginning at 4 p.m.
(See consignment guidelines on our website www.kc4-hhorse.com)
If you plan to consign more than 75 items, please schedule an
appointment with Sheilla Hagedorn at 253-630-5353.
The consignment fee for sold items is 18%.
Unsold items will need to be picked up after the
sale from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
You can download a flyer with more details at www.kc4-hhorse.com.
Or, you can contact me with questions.
Carina Davis 253-569-2994
From Susan Marlow, author of wholesome books for kids,
teacher and veteran homeschooling mom in
Washington State!
A giveaway for E-zine subscribers only!
HOWDY!
It's been three months and I’ve decided it’s time for another
giveaway. A Journey Through Learning sent me a number
of their fantastic lapbooks to use in a few “gift sets” of
Circle C Adventures books. I thought a drawing would be a
nice idea as we get closer to Christmas. And speaking of
Christmas, CBD offers a great deal on the set of four CCA books,
even better than what I can offer on my website.
If you’re interested, go here: CBD
Also, I just created a book trailer previewing
Book 5, Andrea Carter and the Trouble with Treasure.
The book is due to be released in February.
I’d love it if you took a peek at the trailer.
Just click here:
TROUBLE WITH TREASURE TRAILER.
OK, now on to the drawing! I have books and lapbooks available
for these three books:
Andrea Carter and the Long Ride Home
Andrea Carter and the Dangerous Decision
Andrea Carter and the Family Secret
(Sorry, I don’t have any lapbooks left
for Andrea Carter and the San Francisco Smugglers).
To enter the drawing, all you have to do is reply to this e-zine,
telling me which book/lapbook set you’d like to win. I’ll draw the winning email “reply” next Friday, November 20th.
I will then contact the winner for their mailing address.
If you would like to know who won, you can email me for
the winner’s name after next Friday.
Please encourage at least one of your students to apply to be part of the YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs! It truly is an amazing educational experience – and one they will never forget.
Applications are due Thursday, November 19th. They can be mailed or emailed to the Youth & Government office. Applicants must currently be enrolled in grades 9-12 or equivalent and be a current participant in a Washington State Mock Trial team or Youth Legislature delegation.
Several students have raised concerns about the $1200 registration for CONA. If paying this is an issue please have students contact me to discuss fundraising options.
If you or your students have questions regarding the CONA program please contact me or visit the CONA website at www.ymcacona.org.
Sarah Clinton Program Director YMCA Youth & Government
Please encourage at least one of your students to apply to be part of the YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs! It truly is an amazing educational experience – and one they will never forget.
Applications are due Thursday, November 19th. They can be mailed or emailed to the Youth & Government office. Applicants must currently be enrolled in grades 9-12 or equivalent and be a current participant in a Washington State Mock Trial team or Youth Legislature delegation.
Several students have raised concerns about the $1200 registration for CONA. If paying this is an issue please have students contact me to discuss fundraising options.
If you or your students have questions regarding the CONA program please contact me or visit the CONA website at www.ymcacona.org.
Sarah Clinton Program Director YMCA Youth & Government
Big Lake, AK
Plainview, IL
Seattle, WA
Middleburg, FL
Terrell, TX
Jacksonville, FL
Grant County, WA
Leesburg, FL
Does your church have a ministry for homeschoolers?
New and Existing Co-ops are Welcome at FCHM!
Whether you need to start, grow, or revitalize your homeschool ministry, FCHM is here for you.
Our mission is to help homeschooling families through building a network of homeschool cooperatives in partnership with local churches.
Would you like more information on how you can start an FCHM chapter in your church? CLICK HERE
FCHM highly recommends The Old Schoolhouse™ Magazine!
2009 FCHM Leader's Summit - Saturday November 14th - All Day -
Parental Rights Amendment Meeting: To be announced
Discipling the Next Generation
by Jay and Heidi St. John
"A student is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher." Luke 6:10
People often ask us why we are so passionate about supporting homeschoolers. Our answer is simple: because today's parents are discipling the next generation. As we said last week, education is discipleship. It matters. God's word says that when students are through with their education, they will be like their teachers.
In a culture of moral relativism, homeschooling parents are making a difference. They are having an impact on the social and spiritual landscape of the next generation. It is our desire that pastors would seize this opportunity and support homeschooling parents. That's the heart behind the work we do at First Class Homeschool Ministries.
First Class is more than a wonderful, well-organized homeschool co-op program. It's not simply a "how-to" book on running a co-op or an amazing online database. It is a life-changing ministry that is helping churches offer real, tangible suppot tomhomeschooling parents as they train and nurture the next generation in the ways of the Lord.
These families are doing an amazing work. We hope you'll catch the vision, too, and join us in our our efforts to make ministry to homeschooling families a priority for churches everywhere.
Request an information pack from FCHM on how you can start or become an FCHM co-op byclicking this link.
Jay and Heidi St. John have six children who range in age from 4 to 18. Their desire to see churches reach out in support of homeschooling families prompted them to found First Class Homeschool Ministries. For more information on First Class or to contact the St. Johns, please send feel free to send them an email or call 360-326-8826.
2009 Benefit Answers Prayer
Struggling Economy Doesn't Matter to God!
As we planned this year's FCHM Benefit it was our prayer that the Lord would help us share our vision in a clear and direct way that people would understand.
The Lord answered the prayer that our vision would resonate with those in attendance, and approximately 50 families made pledge commitments totaling more than $2000 monthly. By working together for a common, God-inspired purpose those 50 families have made it possible for us to hire our first-ever FCHM employee.
Those who attended the Benefit met Nicole Swaim who is now working 25-hours a week in our US-Digital Outreach Center offices. We are so grateful to the Lord and to those who committed to make this milestone possible and we pray that the Lord will richly bless each family whose pledge helped answer our prayers.
Nicole's work is vital as she is the primary support for the dozens of FCHM volunteers.
Thank you for helping us support homeschooling families everywhere!
2009 FCHM Leader's Conference
At First Class, we're passionate about ministry to homeschooling families. FCHM co-ops are not simply homeschool cooperatives that are structured well and run effectively - they are life-changing ministries.
First Class Homeschool Ministries annual leadership conference is this coming Friday!
Just a few of the topics we'll be covering:
*Effective Leadership* *Bookkeeping* *Non-profit rules* *Functioning as a ministry of a church* *Choosing leadership team members*
...
and more! November 13-14
Vancouver, WA
US Digital Outreach Center
Cost is just $20/person and includes a continental breakfast and lunch.
If you're part of an FCHM Co-op leadership team, register online today!
We are a wholesale company and in order to purchase from us you must be an independent reseller, educator (including homeschools), librarian, pastor, church leader (either paid or volunteer), day care provider, missionary, or youth leader. If you qualify in one of these wholesale categories, you may purchase at our wholesale prices.
Soldiers, Jamestown, and
the Heroes of Virginia DVD
&
New York, New Jersey, and Washington's Warriors DVD
Drive Thru American History Series
with Dave Stotts
The Drive Thru History American History series takes viewers on fast-paced tours of historical landmarks and illuminates history in an educational and entertaining format. Each DVD contains over 80 minutes of content, interactive menus, discussion guide, and bonus footage.
DRIVE6403 - Soldiers, Jamestown,
and the Heroes of Virginia
DRIVE6404 - New York, New Jersey,
and Washington's Warriors
Each DVD - Approx. 80 mins. - Ages 10+
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DRIVE604 - Set of 4 American History DVDs
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Sale prices valid through Monday, November 16, 2009
Passages #1 Darien's Rise CD
Adventures in Odyssey
ALL-NEW AUDIO SERIES!
Enter a world where ancient history comes to life—and faith in God becomes the adventure of a lifetime.
Introducing PASSAGES - a legendary series from the creators of Odyssey.
Each Passages story chronicles the adventures of kids from Odyssey, in different times, who travel to an alternate world called Marus. At first unbeknownst to the listener, each Marus tale is actually a Bible story retold in a medieval setting. In Darien’s Rise, two kids from Odyssey find themselves transported to a strange new world. They are immediately caught up in a struggle between a power-mad king and his valiant young general. (This is the story of David and King Saul retold.)
PASSA5101 - CD - Approx. 3 hours - Ages 8+
List Price $19.99 Your Price $12.59
Save 95% Limited Sets
Available!
LIMIT ONE PER CUSTOMER.
This offer is available only while supplies last!
The Flo Show Creates a Buzz
Hermie and Friends DVD #13
by Max Lucado
It's About Saying You're Sorry
When Flo gets her own TV talk show, she is positively thrilled! She has to think about what to say, what to wear, and who to invite as guests. What she isn't thinking about are other people's feelings. After insulting every guest on her show, she finally realizes that she needs to apologize for the mean things she has said. Children will learn that by saying you're sorry, you are asking forgiveness and fixing your friendship with another person. This lesson is based on Colossians 3:13 about forgiving each other because the Lord forgave you.
Bonus feature! Includes the cartoon short Little Red Hermie in the Hood.
HERMI6113 - DVD - Approximately 60 minutes
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HERMI601 - Set of 13 DVDs
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Gigi and the Royal Pink Circus
Gigi DVD #6 - Two Episodes
by Sheila Walsh
2 fully-animated Gigi stories on one DVD!
The Royal Pink Circus: Gigi and Frances are both excited to go see the traveling circus. The girls learn that getting everything 'right' is not as important as showing love and caring for our friends.
Based on 1 John 4:7
The Princess Hair 'Do: Gigi sees a TV special about a princess from another country who has short hair and decides that getting her hair cut short will make her both gorgeous and more princessy. In the end, Gigi learns that beauty is only skin-deep. Based on 1 Peter 3:3-4
GIGI606 - DVD - Approximately 60 minutes
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GIGI601A - Set of 6 DVDs
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New Edition!
Five Complete Biographies
in One Book
Trailblazers - Book #4
David Livingstone and Other Christian Heroes by Dave and Neta Jackson
Throughout history, steadfast Christians have paved the way for dramatic changes in the world. The Christian heroes from the Trailblazer Books had the courage and strength to stand up for the God they believe in. Their amazing stories of hope and adventure, described through the eyes of young fictional characters, are timeless lessons for young and old.
Included in this volume are missionary David Livingstone, preacher John Bunyan, missionary Maude Cary, missionary Mary Slessor, and missionary Barbrooke Grubb.
*These were previously published as single titles.
TRAIL2204 - Paperback
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TRAIL202 - Paperback - Set of 4
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Golden Filly Series - 10 books in 2 Volumes By Lauraine Snelling
Ten Stories in Two Volumes for Horse
Loving Pre-teens!
These beloved stories have been reprinted and repackaged into two paperback volumes!
Tricia Evanston has grown up riding and training horses with her father at their family's horse ranch, Runnin' On Farm. Through challenges and triumphs, Tricia learns to trust in God as she pursues her dream of racing in the big leagues.
*previously published as 10 single titles
GOLDE2101 or GOLDE2102 - Paperback
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GOLDE201 - Set of 2 - Paperback
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What was the purpose of the tabernacle? What did it look like? What is the relationship between the tabernacle and the temple?All these questions and many more are answered in this fascinating story of the tabernacle from its origins in the desert to the building of a permanent temple.Also included is a ready-to-build cardboard scale model of the Tabernacle.
CANDL1304 - Hardcover
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The One Year
Did You Know Devotions #2
by Nancy S. Hill
365 more days of trivia,
memory verses,
and fun devotions!
Did you know
that snakes smell with their tongues?that the first rubber band was made from a bottle?
that some mosquitoes bite and others don't?
Kids ages 6-10 love trivia, and this devotional is chock-full of interesting and sometimes silly facts. Each fact is explained briefly; the theme of the fact is then used to share a biblical truth as well as a Bible verse.
DIDYO202 - Paperback - Ages 6-10
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Pure Foundations
Set of 2 By Jim Burns
God Made Your Body - For Ages 3-5
With biblical, age-appropriate information and illustrations, God Made Your Body introduces children ages 3 to 5 to the basic idea that God created our bodies. Addressing topics such as how boys and girls are different, it also emphasizes how each child is unique and special to God.
Though not always easy, opening this discussion early helps you lay a solid, godly foundation in your children's lives. By reading this book together, you are giving your children the tools they will need throughout their lives to make God-honoring decisions about their bodies, their self-image, and their relationships. Don't wait until it's too late. A life of purity can begin today.
PUREF1101 - God Made Your Body - Ages 3-5
PUREF1102 - How God Makes Babies - Ages 6-9 Hardcover
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PUREF101 - Set of 2 - Hardcover
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Discovering America's Founders DVD
Drive Thru History
Presented by National Day of Prayer with Dave Stotts
Special 3 Episode Edition!
Ride along with host Dave Stotts in another installment of the award-winning Drive Thru History DVD series. Discovering America's Founders takes you to Washington, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Virginia to learn about the life and times of John Adams and his family, Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and others.
Please Note: Segments on this DVD overlay the segments in the Drive Thru History America: Foundations of Character - Homeschool Kit DRIVE602.
Episodes Include:
Episode 1: The Adams Family
Episode 2: It's All about the Benjamins
Episode 3: Other Revolutionary Heroes
DISCO602 - DVD, approx. 83 mins.
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Evolution: The Grand Experiment DVD
Episode One: The Quest for an Answer
Darwin's book on evolution admitted that "intermediate links" were "perhaps the most obvious and serious objection to the theory" of evolution. Darwin recognized that the fossils collected by scientists prior to 1859 did not correspond with his theory of evolution, but he predicted that his theory would be confirmed as more and more fossils were found. Evolution: The Grand Experiment DVD critically examines the viability of Darwin's theory.Filmed over a period of 12 years on three continents and seven countries including many active dig sites, museums and universities. Runs approx. 58 mins.
EVOLU601 - DVD
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A Story of Understanding, Giving and
Love . . . Everyone Needs a Second Chance
Ten-year-old Sunny Matthews is emotionally and physically broken. A horrific car accident took her loving father's life and also left her disabled. With a damaged spirit and a deep sadness within her, it is only a horse named Ginger that has been through his own share of hard times that can reach her. As the two bond, they discover a talent for barrel racing competitions, which slowly draws them both back into the real world. Based on a true story, this uplifting tale captures the reawakening of a little girl's spirit after a traumatic time and offers valuable lessons about the healing power of friendship.
Runs approximately 107 minutes.
SECON601 - DVD
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The irresistible Shirley Temple stars with screen legends in these delightful,
old-time movies!
She was unquestionably the most popular and famous child star in the history of the silver screen. Now two specially selected films from Shirley Temple's amazing motion picture career are included in this DVD collection: Little Miss Marker and Now and Forever. Sit back and enjoy the films that delighted Depression-era audiences!
SHIRL601 - DVD, approx. 1 hr. 20 mins. per movie.
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The Swiss Family Robinson
4-Disc DVD Set The Complete Series
from Fremantle of Canada
Based on the classic novel by Johann Wyss,
Swiss Family Robinson has become one of the world's most beloved stories!
Digitally enhanced and color corrected!
After a violent storm leaves the Robinson family stranded on a deserted island, they must struggle to survive. With only their wits and each other to rely on, the parents and their three children must try to build a life for themselves in this perilous uncharted territory.
SWISS601 - 4-disc DVD set—approx. 572 mins.
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Have a New Husband by Friday
Hardcover and CD by Dr. Kevin Leman
Do you really need a new husband? Probably not— But Dr. Kevin Leman shows you how to work with your current husband and develop a more exciting relationship in just 5 days!
Here is your 5-day action plan to reviving your relationship!
Monday: Secrets Revealed: Cracking the Male Code
Tuesday: Creatures from Another Planet—or Creatures of Habit?
Wednesday: Think About What You Want to Say, Then Divide by Ten
Thursday: Think of Him as a Seal Waiting for a Three-Pound Fish
Friday: It Takes a Real Woman to Make a Man Feel like a Real Man
HAVEA102 - Hardcover
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HAVEA502 - Abridged Audio CD - Approximately 5 hours listening time
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Sale prices valid through Monday, November 16, 2009
Teaching your children how important it is to know how to do things around the house can be a challenge. The good news is that there are a lot of creative ways to make that challenge fun. The Schoolhouse Store has many great items for you to use for your home economics lessons.This sale lasts for a week, so take a look at what great items we have on sale.
Incorporate some hands-on learning as you prepare for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Enjoy a Thanksgiving unit study by sewing Thanksgiving play outfits or completing fun pioneer-related crafts from Corps of Rediscovery. Ready your home with open house ideas, home organization and cleaning resources, and recipes!
Don't forget, there's ALWAYS free shipping at the Schoolhouse Store.
Teaching Good Things
20% Off
Save 20% when you buy any of the following items by Teaching Good Things.
With this 70-minute DVD, you will learn all the basic stitches to crochet and how to read a pattern. You will learn about the different types of yarn and the difference in the sizes of hooks.
This is an E-Book that gets right to the point of purpose and attitude. It is also filled with hands-on ideas to encourage daughters to enjoy working in the kitchen.
This unit study combination is a great complement to any home economics course. The Kitchen Cooking & Terminology study covers over 300 kitchen and cooking terms that one might come across in preparing a recipe and the Grains unit study is a study in 5 sections. These sections include an overview of grains in general; rice; rye, Kamut, triticale and spelt; barley, oats, buckwheat, and flax; and finally corn, amaranth, quinoa, millet, and teff.
The Urban Homemaker Save 30-50%
Save 50% on E-Books, and 30% on spiral-bound books!
This cute, sturdy, spiral-bound, 8.5" X 5.5" flipchart walks children quickly and easily through the process of cleaning their room. It takes an overwhelming process and breaks it down into simple parts. Complete a step and flip the page. The fun, simple pictures (illustrated by one of our children!) make it easy for even pre-choolers to use. A little bit of direction makes life much easier!
Take advantage of this innovative chore system set and have your home ship-shape! The step-by-step illustrations make it easy--even preschoolers can succeed! Simply flip to the first page in the laminated flipchart and follow the illustrated instructions. Mark with a check when completed and flip to the next page.
Children love knowing exactly what to do and enjoy the immediate sense of accomplishment as they flip the page.
This cute, sturdy, spiral-bound, 8.5" X 5.5" flipchart walks children through the process of doing laundry by breaking it down into step-by-step instructions. Complete a step and flip the page. The fun, simple pictures make it easy!
Homestead Simplicity: A Primer shares helps for the keeper of the home! We like to keep it simple around here, and while I also want the best for my family, sometimes striking a balance between the two can be difficult at best. Join us as we share some simple hints, tips and recipes along with a little inspiration to add a little "Homestead Simplicity" to your life! Natural cleaning recipes, cooking from scratch (easily!), planning/stocking your pantry, and loving care for your homestead and those in it.
Homestead Simplicity: Natural Clean is our latest installment in the "Homestead Simplicity" series! Learn how to create natural cleaners & goodies that are not only better than their commercial counterparts, but MUCH HEALTHIER (not to mention, more FRUGAL!) for your homestead and those in it! We share natural recipes, frugal tips, & ideas for you to create & implement at your own homestead!
Bunkhouse Sewing
We have 42 Bunkhouse Sewing items in the Schoolhouse Store. What a wonderful way to teach your child with these wonderful E-Books. You can click here to go specifically to their home economics items.
To find all of our sale items, go to the Specials category in the store. Or go to the Home Economics category to see all of our home economics items. Or Remember there is always free shipping in the Schoolhouse Store!
The Blackhawk Archers 4-H program is full with the following exceptions:
We are looking specifically for individuals to fill the Intermediate (grade 7 thru 8) and Senior (9th grade and up) vacancies in our recurve discipline. All age divisions are full for the compound bow discipline.
If you or someone you know has an interest in learning to become a skilled archer, we want to hear from you right away. Our open enrollment for the fall/winter is session closed, but we will make an exception so we can fill these vacant seats before the end of November.
Give us a call now and find out how you can be a part of the leading 4-H Archery project in Pierce County and Washington State. Did you know that in the 2009 tournament season, the Blackhawk Archers returned home with 12 of the 16 awards available at the Washington State 4-H Shooting Sport Championship?
Factoid ONE:
More than half of the team representing the Blackhawk Archers at the 2009 State Championship where in their first year of archery. They had less than 5 months of actual training and experience.
Factoid TWO:
The Blackhawk Archers 4-H project offers one of the most comprehensive and progressive learning experiences in the state.
Will Zeober MET, CD
Design Engineer
360-829-7362
Blackhawk Archers - Head Coach
Intermediate Level Certified Instructor - USA Archery
Hi, my name is Darlene Nelson and I am a member of REACH (Responsible
Education Achieved in the Christian Home) and we are sponsoring the
local National Geographic Society Geography Bee for Homeschoolers in the
greater Seattle area. I am attaching a Word document/flyer with all the
information. (See below for what was in the attachment.)
We hope you will share this with your membership and to
see you on December 1st! Please feel free to share with other
homeschoolers in the area too! If you have any questions, please
contact Debby Knox, the coordinator, at 425-818-8030
When: Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Where: Cross the Christ Lutheran Church
3730 148th Ave SE Bellevue (Eastgate area)
Time: 6:30 p.m. Registration, 7:00 p.m. Bee begins
Cost: $5.00 for REACH members, $8.00 for non-REACH members
Ages: Grades 4-8 (strictly adhered to!)
Which country has the world's largest Muslim population—Indonesia or Mexico?
If you have studied maps showing world religions, you will know the answer immediately. If you haven't, you might reason that Mexico was settled by the Spanish, followers of Christianity not Islam. Either way, you correctly answer Indonesia.
What is the term for a part of an ocean or sea that cuts far into the bordering landmass and may contain one or more bays?
From studying physical features on maps and using your geographical reference book to learn about physical features, you narrow your choices to two terms: bay and gulf. Since the word "bay" is used in the question, you eliminate it as a possibility and correctly answer gulf.
Which state has a climate suitable for growing citrus fruits—California or Maine?
You know that oranges and grapefruit are citrus fruits and that they grow in warm places. Since California's climate is definitely warmer and sunnier than Maine's, you correctly answer California.
To visit the ruins of Persepolis, an ancient ceremonial capital of Persia, you would have to travel to what present-day country?
From history books or from studying country profiles, you know that Persia is the former name of Iran, so you correctly answer Iran.
Looking for some fun ways to study? Check out this link from
National Geographic for all kinds of quizzes, games and great
geography facts!
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/geographybee/resources.html
Contact Debby Knox at 425-818-8030 to sign up today!
Note: This is part of the National Geography Bee and the only local area Bee for homeschoolers. Winners will advance to the next level!
Sponsored by REACH East (Responsible Education Achieved in the Christian Home) Homeschool Support Group. www.reacheast.org
We wanted to let you know that our growing consignment shop has a good selection of chapter books, A Beka textbook sets and readers. Come by and see us....we are usually here from 10:00-6:00 Monday through Friday, but you might call ahead because sometimes we need to be out of the office.
8907 C Gravelly Lake Drive SW Lakewood, Washington 98499
Yours for the Master,
Maggie
Homeschoolhelps @
Center for Neuro Development
(253) 581-1588
www.homeschoolhelps.com
www.specialhelps.com
Premier Focus on the Family® Simulcast Event
Focus on Parenting™: Seeing Your Parenting Journey Through The Eyes of God Live via Satellite November 14, 2009
Keynote
Speakers
Larry Fowler Awana®
Elisa Morgan Former CEO of
MOPS International
Kevin Leman Author
Mark Holmen Faith At Home®
Media Experts
Phil Vischer JellyTelly® formerly of
VeggieTales®
Juli Slattery Focus on the Family
Family Psychologist
Ron Luce Teen Mania®
Bob Waliszewski Plugged In®
It's the nationwide simulcast that brings parents more real-world insights than any other one-day parenting event! Moms and dads will gain a unique spiritual perspective on bringing up godly children as well as practical guidance to:
- Equip kids to know and serve God--for a lifetime.
- Develop a successful discipline plan.
- Build effective safeguards in the home.
- Experience God's design for family.
- Instill Christ-like character.
- Be salt and light in your community.
Free Parent Workshop on
How to Create a Science Fair Project
Tuesday, Nov. 3rd, 2009
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Host: Teaching Parent's Association
Redmond Library
15990 N.E. 85th, Redmond, WA
Sponsored by the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair (WSSEF)
52 years of encouraging science in grades 1 - 12
Over 1 million dollars in scholarships and prizes awarded in 2009
Workshop topics will include:
The Benefits of a Science Fair Project
The Reluctant Science Student
The Scientific Method
Steps for an "Inquiry Based" Science Project
Steps for an Engineering Project
The speaker is Kandis Brighton. She has a B.S. in Math/Computer Science. Her five children (ages 8 to 17) have participated in the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair (WSSEF) for the last six years. Kandis is on the WSSEF Board as their Homeschool Liaison. Two of her children received university scholarships at WSSEF. Her oldest daughter won a $40K scholarship from OWU at 12 years old. This year her 13-year-old son won a $60K scholarship from the same university. In May, Kandis's 16-year-old son graduated Magna Cum Laude from Saint Martin’s University in Mechanical Engineering.
WSSEF is a nonprofit organization run by volunteers to promote science. Private businesses, the military and universities provide scholarships and awards. The WSSEF website is: http://www.wssef.org
Future Science Fair Workshop
Link Homeschool Group, Keyport, WA, Tues., Jan. 19th, 2010, Evening
YMCA Youth & Government students are invited to help train REAL attorneys! Please forward this information along to your students. It would be an amazing opportunity for them to see a courtroom from the jury box.
Participate in real courtroom drama and assist in the professional growth of new lawyers
Volunteer jurors and witnesses are wanted for a November 21st mock trial at the Seattle Justice Center. You will view full courtroom proceedings under a Washington judge – and render a verdict in the case.
The program starts at 8:00am and may run as late as 4:00pm. Snacks are provided, but please bring a lunch or plan to eat out near the courthouse. The Seattle Justice Center (Municipal Courthouse) is located at 600 5th Ave.
The Washington State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division hosts this annual Trial Advocacy Program to give expert instruction and real life experience to lawyers seeking to build trial skills. 22 teams of new and young lawyers will argue civil and criminal cases.
Brian Halcomb - WYLD Liaison Member and Community Relations Dept.
Washington State Bar Association
1325 4th Ave., Suite 600
Seattle, WA 98101-2539
Phone: (206) 727-8205 / (800) 945-9722 x8205
Fax: (206) 727-8319 www.wsba.org
This is our last week and we have a bunch of FREE stuff from our consignment that we can't take with us to our garage so come check it out. The rest of the store is 50% to 75% off. Great time to shop for Christmas! We still have Playmobil, quality reading, creation science, puzzles, craft kits and more........
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you. Feel free to pass on this email.
A weekly newsletter to encourage homeschool families
October 13, 2009
Working on the Homeschool Assembly Line By: Steve Lambert - FCHM Board of Directors
On October 7, 1913 the world saw it's first-ever assembly line. Henry Ford envisioned a great new way to improve the efficiency of automobile manufacturing. But at what human cost?
Oh, the financial cost began to plummet of course, but the value of a human soul began to parallel that downward course. Up until this date, 96 years ago- automobiles were assembled the way you might bake a cake. One or two men bolted wheels on, installed the engine, added the body, connected the steering wheel, hooked up the lights, etc. When they were finished after several days, they stood back and admired their craftsmanship. And then they began the task all over again.
Ford changed all that and today an assembly line worker is the right-side tire man (or woman) installing two wheels and ten lug nuts every minute or two until they retire. Efficient? Yes. Mind-numbing? You'd better believe it!
Is your homeschool a craftsman's shop or an assembly line? Do you "build" each child uniquely, savoring the process of adding to their knowledge a little each day, working on every area using different tools and admiring the emerging young man or woman as they grow?
Or are you running an educational assembly line for maximum efficiency? Are you teaching every child in exactly the same way? Are you teaching every subject exactly the same way? Do both your math and your history lessons look identical: New concept on Monday, review on Wednesday and test on Friday? Have you become a specialist in just one style of teaching to the exclusion of the many other ways to teach successfully? At what price to your soul? And at what price to your childrens souls? There's an old saying I love: "If your only tool is a hammer, pretty soon everything begins looking like a nail." Do all of your children look like identical nails to you?
Variety, they say, is the spice of life. Doing something different is what makes the day worth getting up for. Mastering new skills and learning new techniques adds freshness to our schedule. Assembly lines slowly suck the Life out of us.
Near the very beginning in Genesis 1:26 the Bible tells us that the Lord had an idea: "Let us make man in our image, in our likeness..."
So what is the God like? He's creative and diverse beyond all imagining. When He set out to create beetles, he created more than 350,000 unique varieties. Wouldn't ONE kind of beetle have been enough? Wouldn't it have been far more efficient to make all beetles exactly the same? Wouldn't it have been efficient to create one star, or if you wanted several stars to have created them all identical; develop a pattern and then crank 'em out! But that's not God's way. Scientists estimate (guess?) there are between 100 billion and 1 trillion stars in most galaxies. Our galaxy has about 200 billion and is pretty average. And how many galaxies are there? The best scientific estimate is somewhere between 100 billion and one trillion. (That's a pretty wide range, by the way!) So do the math and you'll find that there are likely somewhere between ten sextillion and and one septillion stars in the universe. Let's don't even THINK about planets, moons, meteors, comets and the myriad of other sky objects. Let's look at those two numbers: 10,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 is 10 sextillion and 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 is 1 septillion IF I counted all the zeroes correctly.
And each one is unique. No two are alike. Every single one is different from all the others. If there are a septillion stars in God's universe He created every one of them individually- one by one, shaping and forming it with his Words and speaking each one into existence unlike any other star out there.
And the same is true for the 10,000 bird species, the 25,000 fish species and so forth. And within each species, no two fish are alike, no two birds are alike and no two beetles are alike- any more than any of the septillion stars is alike. God is an incomprehensibly diverse and creative God- and you were created in His image.
Why not take time this week to ask the Lord about ways to be more creative in your homeschooling; ways to enjoy more craftsmanship as you work with each child individually, approching each subject and each day with a freshness and a creativity that reflects the God who created you. And ask Him for ways to take the soul-numbing assembly line out of homeschooling for both you and your children.
Married for more than 38 years and in full-time ministry for more than 25 years, Steve and his wife Jane began homeschooling in 1982. Together they publish the award-winning homeschool curriculum "Five in a Row", (written by Jane) while maintaining a busy website, speaking, doing marriage retreats, mentoring other national homeschool leaders and enjoying their five amazing grandchildren. Steve and Jane currently serve on the Board of Directors for First Class Homeschool Ministries.
First Class Homeschool Ministries is a federally recognized 501(c)3 non-profit organization. That means we are support driven ministry. Your financial support is greatly appreciated as we work to serve homeschool families around the world!
Most of you have heard by now we are leaving our current location and must liquidate. Everything is now 30% off! This is a great opportunity to shop early for Christmas-remember we have an awesome selection of quality read alouds and we also still have quite a bit of playmobil. This will be our last week offering the consignment product at a discount off our already great prices. Thank you for your continued support! Feel free to pass on this email or post to your loops.
PIERCE COUNTY FRIENDS: The Pierce Co. Library is forgiving fines up to $75 this week only (starting Oct. 5th). You have to go in with your card and just ask.
Tacoma Public Library helps Tacoma students excel with free online homework help and tutoring.
Your tenth-grader has questions about exponential decay functions for his Algebra class. It's been many years since you even thought about Algebra, let alone use it. Where can your child go for help? Online, to www.tacomapublioclibrart.org and HelpNow - a free live homework and tutoring service recently launched by the Tacoma Public Library's
Tacoma Public Library's new HelpNow (Homework Tutoring) program enables the library system to provide live online homework assistance in a broad range of subjects in English and Spanish for students in grades 3 through 12, free of charge (all one needs is a Tacoma Public Library card).
This tutoring program is an Internet-based service that provides library patrons with live, on-demand homework help, seven days a week, from 3:00 to 11:00 pm. Certified tutors are experienced in Math, Science, Social Studies, and English/Language Arts. If live, real-time assistance is not needed, students may also submit questions any time of the day or night, and emailed responses will arrive within 24 hours.
Math tutors assist with basic skills, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus, while Science tutors are versed in biology, chemistry, physics, and earth-science subjects.
Social Studies tutors cover American history, world history, and political science. English/Language arts instructors provide help with writing, reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary skills, as well as help in English literature.
Tutors are also able to assist with Advanced Placement (AP) subjects and introductory college courses The program includes a 24-hour writing lab, which allows students to submit papers to trained writing instructors online at any time; students receive feedback within 24 hours.
Writing experts evaluate the submitted paper and provide constructive comments with the aim of helping students become better writers.
Besides homework help, the homework tutoring program offers a Skills Building section in which students may receive additional exercises to help them master the concepts being taught in their homework lessons. Skills-building lessons involve one-to-one sessions with live instructors. These tutors utilize a library of field-tested, state-aligned lessons, including age-appropriate content, reading passages, simulated test questions, and worksheets to help students master key academic areas.
All tutors are required to have a four-year college degree, and undergo extensive background and reference checks. They are also subject to a rigorous selection and training process, multiple screening interviews, and skills testing. Ongoing monitoring of online sessions ensures security and instructional quality.
In addition to HelpNow, students can also access an array of testing and education resources through the Library's online Testing and Education Reference Center.
Students taking a college entrance exam (like the SAT) or licensing exam, searching for a college or grad school, or financial aid can find free online help through the new resource center database. Students can take online practice tests and download and review test prep eBooks to further their education goals. The online resource center provides students and adult learners with the tools they need to take their studying and careers to the next level. With the Testing & Education Reference Center, library patrons have access to one online education resource to help them make informed decisions about their future. There are also Career Tools including Career Assessments, a Resume Builder, and Careers Library
Students may access these new library resources from any computer – whether at home, school, or at the library – by going to the library’s website at www.tacomapubliclibrary.org.
David Domkoski
Manager, Community Relations | Tacoma Public Library
(253) 591-5688
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(Please note the date changed to 10/17 due to a schedule conflict at the archery range.)
Pierce County 4-H BLACKHAWK ARCHERS
Skookum Archery Range 11209 Shaw Road East, Puyallup
All levels are welcome. Come and meet our coaches and archers. We will provide information about our group and answer questions you have. Opportunity to enroll will
In 2007, one of Academy NW's most promising grads who had earned a full ride college scholarship committed suicide 6 months after graduation due to on-line gambling debt. Recently, another young man who had always demonstrated excellent character and strong spirtual growth admitted to his parents his on-line pornography addiction. A young lady who had been homeschooled her whole life was totally in love with a man 7 years older whom she had never met. I could give many stories, even from diligent parents who didn't know what was going on in their student's hidden life. These parents probably wish they had attended the EXPOSED seminar.
You don't know what you don't know. The Internet and social networking can be a dragon that slays and burns this generation or we can train and equip them to arm themselves from the dangers while using the technology to enrich faith and relationships and build character.
If you haven't signed up for the EXPOSED seminar Oct 10, you will miss out on learning what you don't know and the best approaches for your kids and the dragons they will experience on the Internet and through social networking:
Brian Aaby, a mentor to youth, youth pastors, and parents with youthmark.com has figured out how to master the dragon.
Too far to drive, too much to pay? Many people drive much further and pay much more to hear their favorite band or watch their favorite sports team. And that is just entertainment. This is an investment into your children! Be pro-active and don't miss this opportunity.
Since this is not only for Academy Northwest families, invite your friends too! Early registration discount ends Oct 3. Use the link below to forward this on to friends and family who care about this next generation.
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Academy Northwest Administration Team
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A $25.00 credit will be given to any family who refers a student to Academy Northwest and they enroll full-time with the school. We have had two families reduce their bill with Academy Northwest by $50 this year. Let your Teacher Consultant know if a student you have referred has enrolled this year. If you refer a family with two students, that's $50.
October Schedule - What’s Happening at the Center?
We are getting settled into our fall schedule and we still have some openings for you to begin. We will have our regular, free introductory seminar on October 12 at 6:00 p.m. We will be offering our Brain Development and Learning workshop in two parts - October 26 and November 2 at 6:00 p.m. Attached you will find a flier for all of our October activities. The cost for this workshop is $20.00 (includes both nights and handouts). Contact us to find out how to get started: – maggie@centerforneurodevelopment.com (253) 581-1588 You are welcome to forward this newsletter or print it out for distribution as long as you include all of our contact information.
Also, this month we will continue a 6-week series given by Dr. Gary Kiefer, one of our medical advisors. Every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. beginning on September 16, he will address health issues that affect learning – Heal Your Body, Heal Your Mind, Heal Your Family.
Dr. Kiefer is a graduate of Kent State University with a BA in Sociology. His early clinical career began by working in the field of addiction counseling and rehabilitation. Later he earned a degree in Natural Science. His thirst for natural healing became a personal lifestyle along with a growing love of organic gardening and herbal medicine led him to the study of natural healing. He received his Naturopathic Medicine degree at Bastyr University. For the last fifteen years he has studied and used German homeopathic remedies in combination with digestive remedies and a healthy diet. He continues to update his medical skills on a regular basis, a habit he does not want to break.
Position Available: Brain Training Coordinator and / or Brain Trainers
We are praying for God to send us a person or persons who will train to work with our clients and their parents on implementing Individualized Neurodevelopmental Plans. Contact us for more details.
Classroom / Meeting Space Available
Want to earn some extra cash? Offer classes for homeschoolers in the afternoons. Or, use our meeting room for evening activities. If you would like to offer classes or hold activities in our center, please contact us for information, schedule a time to come by to visit our center so we can get to know you and show you around.
“Challenges and Changes”
IAHE Informer for the November/December 1999
By Marcia D. Blackwood ICAN Certified Neurodevelopmentalist
An Approach to Remediation
Several times over the last year, I have been asked to explain the general approach that I use as a neurodevelopmentalist. I have written several articles on different aspects of my approach but have not given an overall picture of it. This month I will attempt to do so.
The very foundation of the neurodevelopmental approach is an understanding of the brain structure and capacity. The newborn child possesses all the brain cells he will ever have. These brain cells are not replaced if they are injured or die. The brain has approximately 100 billion cells (accounting for approximately 3% of the brain mass), and 100 trillion connections (97% of the brain mass).
God has perfectly designed the container here—the more you put in, the more the brain will hold. There is generally more than one area of the brain that can assume the same function, and the brain is able to modify its structure and its performance in response to the environment.
The increase in the weight and size of the brain of a maturing child is due to the production of connective tissue. Stimulation increases the number of connections within the brain, and, as these increase, so does the efficiency and organization of the system. The endless variety of specific stimulation accounts for the great differences among individuals in the development of the sensory pathways, motor pathways, and function.
Function, then, is a reflection of how well the brain is organized or how efficient it is in taking in information and using it. Function can be greatly reduced if the brain does not receive the stimulation and opportunities that enhance its production of connective tissue. At any time in the life of a child, the process of neurological organization can be stopped or at least slowed by injury or environmental deprivation. But the process can be greatly increased and enhanced by carefully planned activities that stimulate connective tissue production.
How then do we go about approaching the planning of specific activities that will ultimately lead to neurological organization? One of the tools of the neurodevelopmentalist is a developmental profile against which we can evaluate the present function of an individual (child or adult). We look at and evaluate the receptive areas of tactile, auditory and visual competence, as well as the expressive levels of language, fine motor competence, and gross motor skills. Thus we know where a person is functioning as each level of development is identified from birth to the accelerated or mastery level. We can then identify the next specific step in the child’s development and proceed to provide the child with specific activities or input to accomplish that next step.
The function or lack of function we observe is so rooted in development that as development progresses, function improves. We can prompt the development to occur by using specific stimulation with appropriate frequency, intensity, and duration. These are the keys to change for the neurodevelopmentalist.
Stimulation needs to be specific for development to occur. A brightly colored and vividly decorated preschool room may be stimulating, but without direction to specific activities, the stimulation is random rather than specific. The stimulation needs to be specific to the skill needed or connections to be made to improve function.
Frequency refers to how often the child will participate in that specific activity. The more frequently one addresses the activity, the more frequently the brain must also address the new stimulation. Thus, it is more likely to effect changes within the brain and for learning to occur.
Intensity refers to the strength of the input during the activity. I feel that it is by far the most important of the three, yet is the most difficult to maintain. I have found myself pushing on to “finish” when intensity has dropped to zero, and realize that I’m not going to get productive or positive results if I continue. We may be able to make a child stay in one place for an extended period of time (duration) while we go over and over the material (frequency), but the child has much control over the intensity of the input. If the child is “turned on” he learns rapidly; if “turned off”, learning may never occur.
Duration is the length of time of input. We try to keep the times of input short so that the child will respond positively to the more frequent and intense times of activity. Activities of long duration are counterproductive.
The processing skills of children are very important. If processing skills are low, children often do not discriminate the sounds of phonics and although they are being taught phonics, they LEARN to sight-read. These same children are often impulsive, as they do not always connect effect with cause until after they have carried out their impulses. They are sometimes socially immature and do not always fit in with their peers - they are not aware of “personal space” don’t read body language, and don't understand all the aspects of humor so do not “get” the jokes told in groups. They are often on the outside, looking in when in their peer groups, but will often interact very well with younger children. For further information on processing skills, see the May/June ‘99 issue of the Informer.
Hemispheric dominance is another important factor in helping children with the neurodevelopmental approach. Dominance refers to having one hemisphere of your brain that is in control. In order to have dominance established, you need to have a dominant hand, ear, eye and foot on the same side of the body. If your child is cross dominant or mixed in dominance, he will have a great deal of trouble with long-term memory. The dominant hemisphere is where logical and analytical thought is. When a child is working in his subdominant hemisphere, when something happens, his reaction is going to be emotional rather than logical or analytical. To read more about dominance as an issue in learning, see the Sept/Oct.’97 issue of the Informer.
We believe that parents are the most effective teachers and are the experts on their children, so they are an integral part of any evaluation. Their observations and insights are invaluable in determining how to remediate any learning inefficiencies. For children who are not learning well under their present circumstances, that is not in any way a reflection of their potential. It is, rather, a reflection of the inefficiencies they have today.
For more information:
Maggie Dail, MA
Special Helps@
Center for Neuro Development
8907 C Gravelly Lake Drive SW
Lakewood, Washington 98499
(253) 581-1588
E-mail: maggie@specialhelps.com
Website: www.specialhelps.com
www.CenterforNeuroDevelopment.com
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 99369
Lakewood, Washington 98496-0369
Individualized Online Classes
? A Writer’s Guide To Powerful Paragraphs
? Biographies – 8 books and 8 essays
? Write Your Roots –by Carol Thaxton
? Learn to Write the Novel Way by Carol Thaxton
? Literature and Christianity 1 Tape/3 books/9 essays
? Writing Powerful Personal Narratives / College Applications
? Contemporary Issues and Position Papers
? How Should We Then Live and Position Papers
Courses may be customized. Contact us for details
2009-2010 Online Class
ECONOMICS / COMPOSITION
Students read books and respond to questions posed by the instructor – short answer, paragraphs or essays – on a private yahoo group.
Politically Incorrect Guide to Capitalism
Uncle Eric’s: What ever Happened to Penny Candy?; The Clipper Ship Strategy and The Money Mystery
Academy Northwest Classes
2009-2010
Tuesdays – 1:00-3:00
1st Semester - Life Practicum - .5 credit
2nd Semester - Integrated Science Lab – up to 1.0 Credit
Homeschool Helps Classes
Brain Training – Individualized (Diagnostic) Math, Language Arts or Neurodevelopmental Program – Up to 3 hour periods to provide a combination of neurodevelomentally friend stations and one-on-one time with teacher.
Up to 5 days a week.
ANW Tuition
ONE CREDIT OPTION PER SEMESTER $100.00
Full Load Option Per Year –
Registration - $90.00 (by 6/20)
$125.00 (after 6/20)
Tuition- $480.00
Plus monthly tuition for each class – see below.
Homeschool Helps Tuition
ANW Classes -Online or In Center
$75 month – each class
Non-ANW Online or In Center Classes
$50.00 month – each class
BRAIN TRAINING
One-on-One - $50.00 per hour
One-on two - $50.00 for two hours
EFMP Respite Provider
Ask about other payment options.
Classes and Seminars for Parents
Able to Teach – Family Academy’s parent qualifying class.
Offered as hybrid (class and online)at:
TCC in Tacoma and Gig Harbor
(253) 566-5020 and (253) 851-2424
Pierce College – South Hill Park
(253) 964-6502
and completely online through:
Cascade Bible College (Family Academy contact) (800) 877-4586
Homeschooling the High Schooler – contact us for information.
Maximize Your Child’s Learning Potential – 2 hour seminar. www.specialhelps.com (Offered free 2nd Monday evening of every month at the Center for Neuro Development at 6:00 p.m.)
Brain Development and Learning (Reading, Math, Other Subjects) – sometimes given as an all day or series of 2 hour seminars.
www.specialhelps.com
If you would like to offer a class in our building contact us:
Maggie@homeschoolhelps.com or (253) 581-1588
For more information about us: www.centerforneurodevelopment.com
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Maggie Dail, MA
ICAN Certified Neurodevelopmentalist
www.centerforneurodevelopment.com
Parent Workshop on
How to Create a Science Fair Project
Tuesday, Oct 6th, 2009
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Host: At Home in Seattle
City Calvary Chapel
15211 – 15th Ave NE
Shoreline, WA 98155
Sponsored by the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair (WSSEF)
52 years of encouraging science in grades 1 - 12
Over 1 million dollars in scholarships and prizes awarded in 2009
Workshop topics will include:
The Benefits of a Science Fair Project
The Reluctant Science Student
The Scientific Method
How to Create a Science Fair Project
The speakers are Larry & Kandis Brighton.. Larry has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Kandis has a B.S. in Math/Computer Science. Their five children (ages 8 to 17) have participated in the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair (WSSEF) for the last six years. Kandis is on the State Science Fair Board as their Homeschool Liaison. Two of their children received university scholarships at WSSEF. Their oldest daughter at 12-years-old won a $40K scholarship from OWU. This year their 13-year-old son won a $60K scholarship from the same university. In May, their 16-year-old son graduated Magna Cum Laude from Saint Martin’s University in Mechanical Engineering.
WSSEF is a nonprofit organization run by volunteers to promote science. Private businesses, the military and universities provide scholarships and awards. The WSSEF website is: http://www.wssef.org
2009-2010 Essay Contest Begins September 17, 2009!
The largest high school essay contests in the country is back, asking students to answer the question, "What civic value do you believe is most essential to being an American?" With over 31,000 participants last year in all 50 states, this year's Contest promises to be even bigger. Teachers can begin submitting their students' essays on Constitution Day, September 17th. If you are a teacher, you can register now. See our contest information below to see how you can get your students writing. For more information about the contest, select any of the following links:
We can show you how to integrate science fairs into your curriculum! Whether you want your student to start with a simple project or create an award winner, we will show you how. Dates for 2 workshops are listed below and 3 more are in the planning phase.
Workshop topics include: The Benefits of a Science Fair Project, The Reluctant Science Student, The Scientific Method, & How to Create a Science Fair Project. We continue to learn more each year! This year the workshops will include more information on engineering projects and on judging.
Project subjects can be from your student’s area of interest or from the area of science being covered that year. They can be worked on a couple hours each week or completed as a 3 to 8 week unit study. Whatever works for you. The time commitment is worth it! Prizes and awards are waiting to be won!
‘How to Create a Science Fair Project’ Workshops
Oct. 6th, 200915211 15th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA
Jan. 19th,2010Keyport, WA
Washington Homeschool Science & Engineering Fair
Feb. 25th, 2010Renton, WA (tentative date)
Washington State Science & Engineering Fairwww.wssef.org
March 26th & 27th, 2010 Bremerton, WA
Details will be sent a few weeks prior to each event. For those who can’t wait for a workshop to get started, the following website is very helpful:
This website was designed for middle school projects. Some of their requirements are in excess of the state requirements and they have produced many award-winning projects.
Sponsored by the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair
52 years of encouraging science in grades 1 - 12
Over 1 million dollars in scholarships and prizes awarded in 2009
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