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| Date: From: Subject: | 1/2/2008 4:35:41 PM Home School Legal Defense Association HSLDA's Weekly Update--'Your Diploma was Signed by Your Parents' |
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====================================================================== H S L D A ' s W E E K L Y U P D A T E ====================================================================== ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -> "I saved my entire membership fee with one discount" "When I called Liberty to find out what kind of discount we could get, they told us we would 10% off our car insurance and 5% off our homeowner's insurance. What we will save is more than double what it costs to join HSLDA. With one child getting his driver's license this year, the savings will be a real blessing!" More reasons to join HSLDA... http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1108 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... Topics for January 2, 2008: 1. 'Your Diploma was Printed and Signed by Your Parents' 2. The Cost of 'Free' Materials 3. Diplomas for Daycare 4. HSLDA Art Contest Now Accepting Entries 5. Homeschooling Thru High School: Time Management for Families 6. Announcing 2007 Essay Contest Winners 7. Technology Services Job Openings 8. Last Week to Enroll in Online Constitutional Law Course 9. 'Home School Heartbeat': The Dissenting Tradition in American Education ---[ Teach your child a foreign language today! ]--------------------- TELL ME MORE(R) Homeschool is the most complete software solution for homeschooling families: it keeps students' interest and is parent-friendly. Up to 4 years of learning in one box. 9 languages available. Save 20% by using promo code: HSLDA2 (until 01/31/08). Learn more, try our demo, and order online today! http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?ID=97 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. New Jersey College: 'Your Diploma was Printed and Signed by Your Parents' A homeschool graduate turned to Home School Legal Defense Association for help when a college admissions officer questioned the legitimacy of his parent-issued diploma. We pointed out that some of America's top colleges actively recruit homeschoolers. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4606 ..................................................................... 2. Minnesota: The Cost of 'Free' Materials An HSLDA member thought twice about using state-purchased textbooks when she was notified of labeling requirements. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4607 ..................................................................... 3. Ohio: Diplomas for Daycare Though it has been a year since Ohio regulations for licensed child care facilities were amended to accommodate homeschool graduates, some daycare employees are still being challenged about their high school education. HSLDA has resources available to assist members in these situations. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4608 ..................................................................... 4. HSLDA Art Contest Now Accepting Entries From now through February 1, HSLDA is seeking original, hand-done works for our 2008 Art Contest. This year, we're asking homeschooled students to create images inspired by the following quotes from American authors: Category 1 (students ages 7-11): "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." --Helen Keller Category 2 (students ages 12-15): "Humility, like darkness, reveals the heavenly lights." --Henry David Thoreau Category 3 (students ages 16-19): "A moment's insight is sometimes worth a life's experience." --Oliver Wendell Holmes Be sure to read our instructions on how to submit your entry: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4609 ..................................................................... 5. Homeschooling Thru High School: Time Management for Families Could you use some ideas in organizing your home and schooling? Would you like to encourage your teen to make better use of his or her time? Everyone can use some helpful tips to keep schedules running efficiently and surroundings in order, so take a minute to check out some of these resources: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4610 ..................................................................... 6. Announcing 2007 Essay Contest Winners The results for the 2007 Essay Contest are in. With over 550 entries divided among the three categories, we were thrilled with the creativity and talent displayed by the homeschool students who participated from all over the country and the world. To learn who won and read winning essays: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4611 ..................................................................... 7. Technology Services Job Openings The HSLDA Technology Services Department is accepting resumes for two job openings: First, a software developer with a background in various applications and development tools, second, an experienced Microsoft systems/Exchange administrator. For job requirements and how to apply: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4612 ..................................................................... 8. Last Week 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 ..................................................................... 9. 'Home School Heartbeat': The Dissenting Tradition in American Education What led to the homeschool movement? This week, we'll hear from author Dr. David Carper as he explains the history of the American public school system's first dissenters. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4613 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== January 2: York County Coast Star, Kennebunk, Maine Senior Co-captain Studies on Own Schedule at Home http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4614 December 26: Suburban Journals, Monroe County, Missouri Apologetics Without Apology http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4615 December 22: Lahontan Valley News, Fallon, Nevada Homeschooling a Growing Option for Some Families http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4616 December 21: CBS News Channel 23, Rockford, Illinois The Choice to Homeschool http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=4617 > Links do not imply endorsement. 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