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Free Language Learning Resources for Home Educators!

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:43:00 -0600

This just in from Catherine Fortin:

My colleague Diane Farrug & I are starting up an exciting resource for homeschooling parents: a free e-newsletter full of free ideas, activities, and printables supported by clear "how to teach" tips for parents.

We realize that what we do, teaching a foreign language takes so much training and experience, and we want to give this to homeschool parents.

We also include free videos on how to teach and how to do specific lessons and activities. The days of giving children a Spanish or French handout and not really knowing what to do with it to maximize it are over. We're here to help.

Here is the link to the sign up for the free homeschool e-newsletter:

http://foreignlanguagefun.com/2009/11/free-nativity-mini-book-in-french-and-spanish-for-homeschoolers/

Catherine F Fortin

http://foreignlanguagehouse.com

This looks wonderful - Go sign up! Merit K

Spanish Classes

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:22:00 -0600

Once a week Spanish enrichment classes for ages 4-18 for Spring 2010 in the South Park area

Classes are now forming for the coming school year (2010-2011) for ages 4-18.

High School credit classes available; minimum weekly attendance for these is twice a week.

The teacher uses materials that she also publishes, which include activities, songs, and games that are appropriate for age 4-11.

Classes for Ages 11-18 will use textbooks and supplemental materials authored by the teacher, Catherine Fortin.

For more information, you can check out Catherine's website here:

http://www.catherinefortin.org

You can contact her at 704-737-4649

Enjoy her newsletter and free materials for teaching Spanish here:

http://foreignlanguagehouse.com/

Piedmont Science Fair for Non-Public Schools

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:19:00 -0600

WHAT: Piedmont Science Fair for Non-Public Schools

WHO: Students in grades 3 to 12 that reside in the 11 county area comprising Region 5
(Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Davidson, Forsyth, Guilford, Orange, Person, Randolph,
Rockingham, and Stokes counties)

WHEN: Saturday, January 30, 8:30-5:00pm

WHERE: High Point University, Congdon Hall

DETAILS: There will be a science demonstration and hands-on science activities.

There will also be campus tours available for high school students and their families.
Lunch is on your own. There are restaurants in the area (none available on campus) or bring your own bag lunch.
Interviews will begin after lunch.

Award Ceremony will be held at approximately 4 p.m. after the score tabulation.

Winners of this fair can advance to the Region 5 Science Fair at SciWorks on Feb. 19, 2010.

IMPORTANT: All participants must fill out the required forms as stated on the NC Science & Engineering Fair website:

http://www.ncsta. org/

These forms should be completed before starting the experiment.
The forms do NOT need to be displayed with the project board, but should be available if asked for by the judges.

HOW: To register, please email the following information.
(Due to space limitations, there is a maximum of 12 students per school.)
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Name of School or Homeschool Group:
Contact Person:
Contact Person Address:
Contact Person Email:
Contact Person Cell Phone:
(This is in case I need to get a hold of you during the science fair.)
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For each student, include the following...
Student's Name:
Student's Grade:
Title of Project:
Category of Project (select one of the following):
Biological Science
Physical Science
Earth/Environmental Science
Technology
(For a description of the categories, see

http://www.ncsta.org/sciencefair/students/categories.html

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION is Saturday, January 23.

Registration fee is $10 per student, payable at check-in on the day of the science fair.
Please make checks payable to Jeanne Reppert.
Team projects are allowed.

Please feel free to email with any questions at:
thepineweaver@ gmail.com

Sincerely,
Jeanne Reppert and Heather Blonsky
Co-coordinators of the Piedmont Science Fair for Non-Public Schools

Homeschool TaekwonDo Class

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:12:00 -0600

Greensboro Black Belt Academy is offering to co-ordinate a Homeschool TaekwonDo class!

This looks like a terrific deal and a great opportunity!

Please respond back directly to them with any questions @

Greensboro Black Belt Academy
109-B Pisgah Church Road,

Greensboro, NC 27455
(336) 218-5056

MeritK

Now Enrolling

* Class length: 45 minutes

* Belt ranks will be earned. Testing normally occurs approximately
every 2 months and is by instructor invitation only.

* Fees: Monthly Tuition: $30.00 per month for 1st family member, $15.00 per month for 2nd family member $10.00 per month for each additional family member

* Uniform costs: $40.00 for 1st uniform, $20.00 for each additional uniform purchased at the same time per family!

*Testing Fees: $25.00 per test (includes belt and certificate)

If more than 12 participants are interested, we can arrange multiple classes.

Black Walnut Festival

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:48:00 -0500

Saturday, October 24, 10AM – 4PM

Bethania Visitor Center

5480 Bethania Rd

Winston-Salem

www.townofbethania.org

336-922-0434

It is time for the 3rd Annual Black Walnut Festival located in the beautiful setting of Historic Bethania, celebrating our 250th Anniversary this year. Area artists and craftsmen will be showing their talents. Food and beverages, including Brunswick
stew and hot dogs and hamburgers, can be enjoyed by all. The "Fiddle and Bow Society" is providing a variety of foot stomping music. A Children's Activity area will give children a chance to participate in activities such as corn husk and doll making!

Revolutionary War Reinactors at Bethabara Park

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 12:09:00 -0500

Next weekend at Bethabara Park is the Revolutionary War Living History Weekend.
Saturday & Sunday, October 24 & 25, from 10am – 4pm
The British are coming to Bethabara!

Join the 64th Regiment of Foot as they demonstrate drills, weapons, and camp
life. Visitors will also get a chance to see what daily life was like in
Bethabara during the time of the Revolutionary War.

2147 Bethabara Road in Winston Salem
336-924-8191

www.bethabarapark.org

The website doesn't say if there is a charge for this event, but it says the
park and gardens are free all year round and there are tours $1 for children and
$2 each for adults. Looks like inexpensive family fun!

Directions available here:
http://www.cityofws.org/Home/Departments/RecreationAndParks/BethabaraPark/Visit/\
Articles/Visit

Hope you are all having a nice weekend-

Merit

Heart Dissection Class

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:25:00 -0500

This looks like a very helpful and resonably priced Class for Biology Students! Check it out:

A Dissection Class on the heart

November 12th from 10-1

In Wendell, NC .

Students will learn CPR, and the anatomy and physiology of the heart. We will take blood pressure , Auscultate each others hearts with a stethoscope and so much more. This is a fun and very educational class. Each student will dissect their own specimen. I supply the dissection guide, all the tools and the specimens. The cost is 30.00 per student. This is a great class for any student age 8 and up who is interested in biology, medicine or just how the body works.Students will receive a certificate upon completion of the class. I am a registered Veterinary technician and I have been teaching dissection classes for 3 years. Many students came to class apprehensive only to leave telling me they can not wait to do another class. This will also count for dissection credit for Biology if you have a high school student. If interested in signing up or if you have any questions please contact me at

3dhelbig@gmail. com Thanks!

Archery Class

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:05:00 -0500

Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009

4-H archery class at Camp Sertoma.

This class is for anyone ages 10 and up. No experience is necessary & all equipment is provided. There is still space available, but you need to sign-up by calling Terri ASAP at 593-8197.

NC Page Program Info

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 21:23:00 -0500

Hi All - Here is the recent information I received regarding the Page Program. If you would like your student to serve as a Page, they are currently accepting applications for students to serve in the Governor's Page Program during the week of October 19th- 23rd.

Please refer questions or requests for applications to:

Mari Fitz-Wynn Legisadmin@earthlink.net

You can pass this information on to your Homeschool Support Groups!

Thanks - MeritK

Institute for Excellence Event

Sun, 6 Sep 2009 06:32:00 -0500

Institute for Excellence in Writing

IEW will be in the Lynchburg, VA area, October 19-21, 2009

You are invited to join Andrew Pudewa and his Excellence in Writing team for Four Workshops for students, parents, & teachers:

Location:
Living Word Baptist Church
4130 Waterlick Rd., Forest, Virginia

October 19 2009:

High School Essay Intensive for College Prep Students
Get immediate experience and inside tips on how to do your best on the SAT or ACT essay. Includes strategies for composing the college/scholarship application personal essay. Presenter: Andrew Pudewa
Cost: $50, materials included

Nurturing Excellent Communicators for everyone!
With humor and insight, Andrew Pudewa explains the two most critical things parents and teachers can do to nurture a high level of writing aptitude-from a young age through high school. For the whole family!
Open to all; no charge!

October 20-21:

Student Writing Workout for Students Grades 3-8
Students will spend two enjoyable days learning essentials from Institute for Excellence in Writing structure & style program. Taught by IEW Accredited Instructors Laura House and Sue Reese. Parents must be concurrently enrolled in the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style seminar.* Space is limited; register soon!
Cost: $89 for both days, materials included

* Teaching Writing: Structure and Style for Parents and Teachers
Invest in your teaching skills, not in more consumable workbooks! This award-winning method will help you engage your reluctant writers and coach your budding novelists into excellent communicators. Results guaranteed! Presenter: Andrew Pudewa
Cost: $89 for both days, materials included

For more information or to register:
http://www.excellen ceinwriting. com/events
Toll free: 800-856-5815

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