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| Date: From: Subject: | 1/19/2010 4:13:20 PM Home School Legal Defense Association HSLDA's Weekly Update--HSLDA Sues Athletic Association |
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====================================================================== H S L D A ' s W E E K L Y U P D A T E ====================================================================== ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Who's knocking on your door? When a social service worker arrives at your door, tension can run high. Wouldn't it be nice to get your lawyer on the phone, providing you with immediate step-by-step guidance? More reasons to join HSLDA... http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1099 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Legislative Update If you live in Illinois, Michigan, New Hampshire or Wyoming, 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 January 19, 2009: 1. HSLDA Sues Athletic Association 2. Grassroots Activism, National Attention Keys to Lopsided Victory 3. PHC Wins Fourth National Moot Court Championship 4. Chris Klicka Memoir Moves Closer to Production 5. Child Welfare Law Harasses Homeschoolers 6. Social Services Targets Family with Special Needs Child 7. Attendance Officer Threatens New Homeschoolers 8. Le Mars Daily Sentinel Corrects "Homeschool Tax Credit" Blooper 9. February 1 Application Deadline reminder from PHC 10. Deadline Approaching for Student Art Contest Entries 11. "Home School Heartbeat": Read, Write, and Play Music 12. Next Week on HSLDA's @home e-vents... ---[ 20-50% Off at Vision Forum's January Clearance ]----------------- Announcing Vision Forum's January Clearance Sale! Save at least 20%-50% off everything we sell, including home-school materials, character-building tools for boys, heirloom items for girls, and books, movies, toys and more for the entire family. This offer is good only while supplies last, so place your order soon! http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?ID=201 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. Florida: HSLDA Sues Athletic Association On January 13, 2009, Home School Legal Defense Association filed a lawsuit against Florida High School Athletic Association because of its unjustified refusal to allow a homeschool student to play sports for a private school. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7528 ..................................................................... 2. New Hampshire: Grassroots Activism, National Attention Keys to Lopsided Victory State representatives had to walk a gauntlet of homeschoolers last week as hundreds of families demonstrated in Concord in opposition to proposed draconian regulations of home education. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7529 ..................................................................... 3. PHC Wins Fourth National Moot Court Championship For the fourth time in six years, Patrick Henry College has won the National ACMA Moot Court Championship. The team captured first and third place team trophies in legal debate against colleges such as Harvard, Baylor, Holy Cross, Syracuse University. PHC also won several individual speaker and legal brief writing awards. The college continues to build its reputation as a legal debate powerhouse, sending its team members to the top law and graduate schools in the country. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7530 ..................................................................... 4. Chris Klicka Memoir Moves Closer to Production Shepherd Press is on schedule for a March release of Chris Klicka's memoir, "Power Perfected in Weakness." The book will be available just in time for the homeschool convention season. Read more and order a copy: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7531 ..................................................................... 5. Delaware: Child Welfare Law Harasses Homeschoolers Delaware's child welfare law, known as The Delaware Child Care Act, is being used by state officials to unreasonably burden some homeschooling families with government oversight. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7532 ..................................................................... 6. Pennsylvania: Social Services Targets Family with Special Needs Child During the fall semester of this school year, HSLDA assisted a member family being investigated by social services because of their decision to provide home instruction to a child with special needs. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7533 ..................................................................... 7. Alabama: Attendance Officer Threatens New Homeschoolers Parents who waited weeks before enrolling their children in a church school as an alternative to public education were threatened with truancy charges. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7534 ..................................................................... 8. Iowa: Le Mars Daily Sentinel Corrects "Homeschool Tax Credit" Blooper HSLDA set the record straight when a newspaper suggested a nonexistent homeschool tax credit might be cut to help balance the state budget. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7535 ..................................................................... 9. February 1 Application Deadline reminder from PHC The February 1 application and financial aid deadline for the fall 2010 term is only a few weeks away. As you finalize plans for the fall, consider Patrick Henry's College's unique community, characterized by academic excellence, real-world training, and an unwavering commitment to Christ. To schedule a personalized visit, please email the Office of Admissions at visitphc@phc.edu. For more information, call 888-338-1776 or email admissions@phc.edu . ..................................................................... 10. Deadline Approaching for Student Art Contest Entries Students have until February 1 to submit entries for HSLDA's 2010 art contest. Visit our contest webpage for guidelines and a list of cash prizes. Proceeds benefit the Home School Foundation's Special Needs Children's Fund. Read more and download an entry form: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7154 ..................................................................... 11. "Home School Heartbeat": Read, Write, and Play Music You know it's important for your children to appreciate music, whether they play an instrument or not! But what if music just isn't your forte? On this week's "Home School Heartbeat," Dr. Ian Hodge shares tips for approaching music in your homeschool. Learn the best ways to teach musical appreciation, what instruments are suitable for a beginner, the how to make music fun, and most importantly--where to start! Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7537 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== January 18: LifeSiteNews.com Confirmed: Tim Tebow Super Bowl Ad Set to Run http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7538 January 17: Des Moines Register, Des Moines, Iowa Should Iowa Pay Millions for Homeschools? http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7539 January 16: New Haven Register, New Haven, Connecticut Homeschooled Kids Check out Town's Big Rigs http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7540 January 15: The Times of India, Bangalore, India More Parents Opting For Homeschooling http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7541 January 14: WorldNetDaily.com Homeschoolers Capture Major Victory http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7542 > Links do not imply endorsement. ..................................................................... 12. Next week on HSLDA's @home e-vents... Are you the parent of a student involved in music? Did you know that music can both enhance and disrupt the learning process? Join author and speaker Dr. Ian Hodge on Tuesday, January 26, at 9:00 p.m. (ET), as he discusses music in relation to home education. He'll talk about why students drop out of music training, and explore world view issues relating to music and the Bible. Whether you have a child who loves music, or a child who seems disinterested or frustrated, bring your questions and be refreshed by this informative session! Then, on Wednesday, January 27, at 9:00 p.m. (ET), join classical education expert and homeschooling mom Kathy Weitz for an @home e-vent that will help you and your student garner a greater appreciation for poetry. Whether your child wants to become an author or a statesman, learn how a comprehensive knowledge of poetry can enhance their education on a foundational level. Get tips for creative ways to engage your children in this area of study. Finally, rounding out the week on Thursday, January 28, at 10:00 a.m. (ET), HSLDA Senior Counsel Dewitt Black will share everything you need to know to begin homeschooling in North Carolina. This special, members-only session will cover everything from the legal requirements necessary to establish a home study program to the common problems encountered when homeschooling in North Carolina. Whether you're a new homeschooler just starting out, or a seasoned veteran, bring your questions and listen in for an informative session you won't want to miss! There is still space for you to join this e-vent--sign up now to reserve your "seat"! To register, go to http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=7544 . If you have any questions, please contact the @home e-vent coordinator at webinars@hslda.org. 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