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| Date: From: Subject: | 12/18/2007 4:35:33 PM Home School Legal Defense Association HSLDA's Weekly Update--'Civics' in, Government and History out |
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====================================================================== H S L D A ' s W E E K L Y U P D A T E ====================================================================== ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Will your friends stand by you in trouble? They will if you're an HSLDA member and your homeschool is threatened. HSLDA is ready to stand by your side along with 80,000 other homeschool families. More reasons to join HSLDA... http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1105 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear HSLDA Members and Friends: Today's Weekly Update will be the final edition for 2007. We hope next Tuesday will find you with your loved ones, celebrating Christ's nativity. Look for the Weekly Update to resume in January. Merry Christmas! ..................................................................... Topics for December 18, 2007: 1. 'Civics' in, Government and History out 2. Marriage Protection Amendment Certified for 2008 Ballot 3. Still Time to Enroll in Online Constitutional Law Course 4. Debaters Enjoy Breakthrough Season 5. 'Home School Heartbeat': Life after Homeschool ---[ Great Films to Warm Your Christmas -- Five Films Gift Pack ]----- Gather your family and friends this holiday season to enjoy this five-DVD gift pack. These films will entertain and encourage, ranging from a historical documentary, to the beauty of family life on a farm, and the melodious sound of music made in the home. This five-DVD set will provide hours of entertainment for your family to watch together this holiday season. Watch the trailers and order today to receive by Christmas. http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?ID=96 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. Rhode Island: 'Civics' in, Government and History out A welcome simplification to state education requirements means that Rhode Island homeschoolers only have to show that they teach "civics" every year, in lieu of several other related subjects. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4594 ..................................................................... 2. Florida: Marriage Protection Amendment Certified for 2008 Ballot In November, Florida voters will have the opportunity to approve an amendment to guarantee that marriage in that state remains between one man and one woman. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4595 ..................................................................... 3. Still Time to Enroll in Online Constitutional Law Course 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 sign up for the next Constitutional Law course taught by Michael Farris. The class begins January 7, 2008, and concludes June 2, 2008. This 18-week Internet-based course follows Farris' textbook, "Constitutional Law for Enlightened Citizens," and uses an MP3 CD to deliver the "classroom" lectures. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4596 ..................................................................... 4. Patrick Henry College: Debaters Enjoy Breakthrough Season While other colleges struggle to build national-caliber athletic programs, Patrick Henry College endeavors to field elite squads of communicators. And this fall season, the PHC debate team experienced success in every arena. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4597 ..................................................................... 5. 'Home School Heartbeat': Life after Homeschool Homeschooling is a long journey--an investment of time, emotion, and service, all out of the desire to give your child the best education possible. This week, we'll hear from veteran homeschool moms Elizabeth Smith and Sandra Lovelace on supporting the next generation of homeschoolers. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4598 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== December 17: The State, Columbia, South Carolina Homeschooling Parents Prefer Own Pace, Style http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4599 December 17: The Beaufort Gazette, Beaufort, South Carolina Public Criticizing Next Education Board Chairman http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4600 December 15: The Herald News, Hackensack, New Jersey Homeschooling Works for Some http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4601 December 13: WVEC ABC-TV, Norfolk, Virginia Family with 14 Children Loses Home to Fire http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4602 December 12: News Channel 7, Greenville, South Carolina Homeschooler to Lead State Board of Education http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4603 > Links do not imply endorsement. 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