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| Date: From: Subject: | 8/30/2006 12:15:19 PM Home School Legal Defense Association HSLDA's Weekly Update: House Inspector Becomes 'Family Inspector' |
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====================================================================== H S L D A ' s W E E K L Y U P D A T E ====================================================================== ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Extreme makeovers are for extreme circumstances... Most homeschools don't need an extreme makeover, but there is something to be said for attention to detail and recognition of accomplishments. Watch the media and you'll soon see that not everyone wants home educators and homeschooling to look good. HSLDA works hard to shed light on the good work of home educators so it's obvious that we don't need someone "making-over" our homeschools. Join HSLDA and help us show the world that we're fine as we are . . . thank you! More reasons to join HSLDA... http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1943 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... Topics for August 16, 2006: 1. Overzealous House Inspector Becomes 'Family Inspector' 2. Homeschoolers Protected in Federal Vocational Education Bill 3. New Book Tells Stories of 'Home School Heroes' 4. Register Now for Constitutional Law Course 5. Foundation Ready for 2006 Combined Federal Campaign 6. Letters of Recommendation for your High Schooler 7. 'Home School Heartbeat': Thinking about Homeschooling? 8. Job Opening: Database Administrator/Software Developer ---[ WORLD Magazine ]------------------------------------------------- Informed families across the country turn to WORLD each week for breaking news, current events, cultural analysis, and insightful editorials. WORLD stands alone among newsweeklies because of its unique editorial position. With its conservative, family-friendly perspective, it reaches thoughtful, discerning readers who trust WORLD and read it enthusiastically every week. Now WORLD and HSLDA are teaining up to offer huge discounts (up to 40%) to new subscribers. http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?ID=69 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. Texas: Overzealous House Inspector Becomes 'Family Inspector' When a member family hired a house inspector to examine their home, they never suspected he would report them for alleged neglect. We helped prove to social services that the allegations were false. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3224 ..................................................................... 2. Homeschoolers Protected in Federal Vocational Education Bill In one of its last acts before the August recess, Congress approved the Carl Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 (S. 250). HSLDA was successful in ensuring that protections for home-educated students remained in the bill sent to the President for his expected signature. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3225 ..................................................................... 3. New Book Tells Stories of 'Home School Heroes' Over the past 21 years, HSLDA Senior Counsel Chris Klicka has battled for homeschool freedoms in all 50 states on behalf of thousands. In his new book, he tells the stories of early homeschoolers and how they overcame harassment and opposition to help make homeschooling the vibrant, growing movement it is today. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3226 ..................................................................... 4. Register Now for Constitutional Law Course Register now for the fall semester of Constitutional Law online, taught by Michael Farris, Chairman and General Counsel of HSLDA and Chancellor of Patrick Henry College. The class will begin September 5, 2006, and conclude February 18, 2007. If you've always wanted to learn more about the history and background of our legal system, from a biblical perspective, or if you're looking for a good U.S. government class for your homeschooled students, then this class is for you. To register and read more about it: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3227 ..................................................................... 5. Foundation Ready for 2006 Combined Federal Campaign If you work for the federal government, postal service, or serve in the armed forces, please consider supporting homeschooling through the 2006 Combined Federal Campaign. You can make a donation to Home School Foundation under the umbrella of Christian Service Charities using CFC number 2099. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3228 ..................................................................... 6. Letters of Recommendation for your High Schooler Letters of recommendation are often requested by prospective employers or college admissions officers. Your teen should ask employers or teachers who know them well for a letter as soon as the job, internship, or class is completed rather than waiting until years later when the recommendation letter may be needed. Give the letter writer plenty of lead time and a suggested deadline. For more resources on Homeschooling Thru High School visit: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3229 ..................................................................... 7. 'Home School Heartbeat': Thinking about Homeschooling? Perhaps you've considered homeschooling before, but weren't ready to take the plunge. Or maybe this is the first time you've even thought about the idea. This week, tune in as Home School Legal Defense Association President Mike Smith talks about why home education might be right for your family. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3230 ..................................................................... 8. Job Opening: Database Administrator/Software Developer Home School Legal Defense Association is seeking an experienced database administrator/software developer to maintain database and telecommunications technology plus develop and support supplemental applications. This full-time, on-site position offers excellent benefits and a salary commensurate with experience. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3140 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== August 13: The Star-Banner, Ocala, Florida Family Enjoys Home Studies http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3231 August 12: World Net Daily Constitution Threatened by Homeschool Case http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3232 August 10: WALB News-10, Valdosta, Georgia South Georgia Students Study from Home http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3233 August 8: Times Community Newspaper, Tipp City, Ohio Students are Right at Home in School http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=3234 > Links do not imply endorsement. FEATURED HSLDA PerX - Homeschool Reporting Online ====================================================================== Homeschool Reporting Online is designed to automate the record keeping needs of home educating families and umbrella schools. 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