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| Date: From: Subject: | 11/17/2009 4:42:49 PM Home School Legal Defense Association HSLDA's Weekly Update--Census Form Issue Resolved |
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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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Legislative Update If you live in Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey or Wisconsin, click on the link below to learn about legislation that could affect your freedom to homeschool. http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=6116 ..................................................................... Topics for November 17, 2009: 1. Waukesha Census Form Issue Resolved 2. Homeschooling Thru High School: Teens Blessing Others 3. Employment Non-Discrimination Act in Committee 4. Clicks for Homeschooling: Give While You Shop 5. Second Annual "A Call to Pens" Contest 6. Deadline Near for PHC Journalism Scholarships Applications 7. New Online Academy Helps Prepare Your Teen for College 8. 'Home School Heartbeat': Engineering for Inquisitive Minds 9. Coming up on HSLDA @home e-vents ---[ A Beka Academy ]------------------------------------------------- A Beka Academy is offering special pricing for second semester enrollments. Save up to $450 on DVD or video streaming for grades 1-12. The K4 program is only $350! Click the link below for more info. http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?ID=191 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. Wisconsin: Waukesha Census Form Issue Resolved After being contacted by HSLDA, a public school official agreed to make it clear that district homeschool families who receive a school "census" form may choose to ignore it. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7232 ..................................................................... 2. Homeschooling Thru High School: Teens Blessing Others With Christmas fast approaching, now may be the time for teens in homeschool co-ops or on sports or debate teams to coordinate activities that will bless others. Ideas may include arranging a night of caroling at a local nursing home, gathering baby items for a gift basket to present to a local crisis pregnancy center, volunteering together at a food bank or homeless shelter, or baking cookies to deliver to elderly neighbors. Serving together with other teens can be a rewarding experience and foster new friendships. For more extra-curricular ideas and resources: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7233 ..................................................................... 3. Employment Non-Discrimination Act in Committee The Employment Non-Discrimination Act, which would make it illegal for employers to refuse to hire a someone based on that person's "sexual orientation" or "gender identity" is scheduled for a committee markup tomorrow. Read more: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7249 ..................................................................... 4. Clicks for Homeschooling: Give While You Shop Did you know you can help homeschoolers any time you shop online? All you have to do is go to Clicks for Homeschooling and click on the link to the store of your choice. Then you shop just like normal, and the store will give a percentage of what you spend to the Home School Foundation, the charitable arm of HSLDA. Last year our Clicks program generated over $33,000 in donations to the Foundation's Compassion Fund. Shop now!: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7234 Read more about the Home School Foundation: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7235 ..................................................................... 5. Second Annual "A Call to Pens" Contest Writers are the unacknowledged legislators of mankind, and Patrick Henry College is once again inviting young writers to answer that call--more specifically, A Call to Pens. The college's second annual short story competition for students ages 12-18 invites aspiring young writers to pen original works of fiction that thoughtfully reflect a Christian perspective. Several cash prizes will be awarded to top writers in each division. The entry deadline is December 30, 2009. For entry information or to learn more: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7236 ..................................................................... 6. Deadline Near for PHC Journalism Scholarships Applications Patrick Henry College is offering scholarships for highly qualified applicants to the college's journalism major. These privately funded scholarships will make it more financially viable for talented, dedicated young people to take advantage of the unique education opportunities available to journalism students at PHC. The application deadline is December 1, 2009. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7080 ..................................................................... 7. New Online Academy Helps Prepare Your Teen for College Patrick Henry College Preparatory Academy is a distance learning program for homeschooled high schoolers that offers excellent academic instruction with a fully integrated Christian worldview. Visit our website to find out more and sign up for the college preparatory U.S. Government and Politics course. Enroll now: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7237 ..................................................................... 8. 'Home School Heartbeat': Engineering for Inquisitive Minds Helping your child explore his interest in engineering doesn't have to be difficult. Homeschooling dad Steve Wells shares tips and encouragement from experience as a former engineering professor and current Navy engineer. Give your student a better understanding of this fascinating science--and have fun while you're at it! Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7238 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== November 16: Daily News, Minot, North Dakota Homeschooled Senior a Semi-finalist for National Merit Scholarship http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7239 November 15: The Capital, Annapolis, Maryland For One Annapolis Family, Teaching at Home is the Best Choice http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7240 November 14: The Telegraph, North Platte, Nebraska Giving Science a Home http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7241 November 13: WorldNetDaily.com State Tries to Deny Homeschoolers Vaccinations http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7242 November 13: Ravalli Republic, Hamilton, Montana Teen Secretly Writes Novel http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7243 November 13: The Huntsville Times, Huntsville, Alabama Study and Practice Pays off at National Bible Bee http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7244 November 12: The Advertiser-News, Sussex County, New Jersey Y Offers Recess for Homeschoolers http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7245 > Links do not imply endorsement. ..................................................................... 9. Coming up on HSLDA @home e-vents: Need some fall inspiration? Watch a webinar! November is the perfect time to enjoy beautiful fall colors and cozy family time gathered around a warm fireplace. Through HSLDA's @home e-vents, you can find information and inspiration for homeschooling and family life during those quiet evenings at home. You'll get tips and advice from knowledgeable speakers with a Christian perspective--all without leaving the comfort of your own living room! Our online seminars bring speakers to the comfort of your home, making them a quality, affordable experience for you and your family. If your family's everyday schedule is busy and somewhat unpredictable, you can take advantage of our recorded archives to view any presentation. By registering for an archive, you will be able to watch the presentation on demand, at your family's convenience. Some webinars that have drawn the most interest include: > Teaching the Right-Brained Child, Part 1--Dianne Craft > What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew about Homeschooling--Scott Somerville > What Ticks Johnny Off--Mike Smith > Designing a High School Program--James Stobaugh > College Admissions Process: the Homeschooled Guide--Becky Cooke, Diane Kummer > How to Make Homeschooling and the Holidays a Winning Combination!--Zan Tyler Just go to our homepage, http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7246 , and click on "archives" at the top right of the page. Then select the session you'd like to view, and click "register." Follow the standard registration process to log in and proceed to the webinar. As you savor these crisp autumn days, enjoy a little inspiration and encouragement for your home education journey with HSLDA's @home e-vents. If you have any questions, please contact the @home e-vent coordinator at webinars@hslda.org. 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