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| Date: From: Subject: | 10/26/2010 4:12:08 PM Home School Legal Defense Association HSLDA's Weekly Update--Federal Government Targets Colleges |
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====================================================================== H S L D A ' s W E E K L Y U P D A T E ====================================================================== ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Will your children's inheritance retain its value? If you pass on a legacy of freedom, your children and their children's children will thank you. But freedom is never secure; it must always be guarded. Membership with HSLDA is an investment in the future that can be passed on to future generations of families wanting to teach their children at home. More reasons to join HSLDA... http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1944 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Legislative Update If you live in Illinois, Massachusetts, or Michigan, 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 October 26, 2010: 1. Federal Government Targets Colleges 2. Sweden Denies Due Process to Family, Disregards Legal System 3. Superintendent Threatens Family who Refuses to File "Notice of Intent" 4. Cranston Drops "Family Registration Form" Demand 5. Documentary Film a Tool for Victory 6. Entrepreneurship Resources for Teens 7. NASA Engineering Design Challenge 8. Student Essay Contest Deadline Approaching 9. Regional Conference Features Mike Farris 10. "Home School Heartbeat": The Etiquette Advantage 11. Next week on HSLDA's @home e-vents... ---[ Free Coloring Book ]--------------------------------------------- Apologia.com will send you a free coloring book with the purchase of "Good Morning, God" through 10/28/10. Use coupon code GMG10. http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?ID=274 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. Federal Government Targets Colleges A recently proposed regulation would give the federal Department of Education unprecedented authority over all colleges and universities--even private ones. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9495 ..................................................................... 2. Sweden Denies Due Process to Family, Disregards Legal System Swedish officials have abridged the rights of yet another homeschool family by not allowing them to appeal the second denial of their application to homeschool. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9496 ..................................................................... 3. Kansas: Superintendent Threatens Family who Refuses to File "Notice of Intent" When a public school superintendent asked a member family to submit a letter of intent, we reminded her that Kansas law provides no authority for such a request. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9497 ..................................................................... 4. Rhode Island: Cranston Drops "Family Registration Form" Demand A Cranston area public school official agreed to stop sending a letter to homeschoolers that requests unnecessary personal information. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9498 ..................................................................... 5. Parental Rights: Documentary Film a Tool for Victory In the campaign to pass the Parental Rights Amendment, one of the most effective things supporters can do is schedule and host viewings of the powerful documentary film, "The Child: America's Battle for the Next Generation." Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9499 ..................................................................... 6. Entrepreneurship Resources for Teens Does your teen have a particular skill that can provide extra income? Handyman, computer, or sewing skills and many other talents can be developed into mini-businesses that give your teens experience and the opportunity to serve others. Check out our high school business resources to lay a good foundation for their ventures. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9500 ..................................................................... 7. NASA Engineering Design Challenge Homeschooled high schoolers now have the opportunity to study math and science while working on projects for NASA. The space agency's RealWorld-InWorld Design Challenge combines free education resources with the chance to compete for scholarships and technology awards. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9501 ..................................................................... 8. Student Essay Contest Deadline Approaching Have you ever thought about inventing something? Or how to define the "American Dream?" Ever felt that Ebenezer Scrooge wasn't such a bad guy after all? If so, submit your ideas in essay form. You'll earn the chance to win prizes in one of three age groups. Submission deadline is November 1. For guidelines and entry form: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9502 ..................................................................... 9. Regional Conference Features Mike Farris Don't miss your chance to gain insight from one of homeschooling's foremost advocates at the Encouragement and Vision for Building a Family Legacy conference. Michael Farris, chairman of HSLDA, chancellor of Patrick Henry College and veteran homeschooling father, will deliver several seminars at the event, to be held November 5-6 at Seacoast Church in Mount Pleasant, S.C. For more information and to register: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9503 ..................................................................... 10. "Home School Heartbeat": The Etiquette Advantage Good manners are essential to your child's training, helping him succeed in his interactions with others throughout his life. This week, get some pointers on teaching manners to your children, as Michael Farris talks with author and etiquette expert June Hines Moore. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9504 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== October 25: U.S.NavySeals.com Homeschooling in the Military http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9505 October 25: Air Force Times More Military Families Choose Homeschooling http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9506 October 24: Herald-Sun, Durham, North Carolina Homeschooled Triangle Students State Their Case http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9507 October 23: The Journal, International Falls, Minnesota Alternative Education http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9508 > Links do not imply endorsement. ..................................................................... 11. Next week on HSLDA's @home e-vents... Wishing your kids would just get along? Here's something you can do about it! Join homeschool graduates Sarah, Stephen, and Grace Mally on Thursday, November 4 @ 9:00 p.m. ET as they offer their insights on how brothers and sisters can live together peaceably. These siblings have learned how to deal with irritation and anger, show humility and mercy, and much more. Make sure you and your family attend "Making Brothers and Sisters Best Friends" http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9509 , and learn how siblings can be more than just tolerated, but truly enjoyed! If you are wondering about the requirements for home educating in Montana or looking for answers to specific legal questions, this members-only e-vent is for you! Join HSLDA Senior Counsel Dewitt (Dee) Black on Friday, November 5 @ 11:00 a.m. ET for an analysis of the regulations and legal developments you should know about. Don't miss "Home Instruction in Montana" http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9510 --it's a great chance get answers to your questions as well as boost your confidence as a homeschooler in Big Sky Country! Don't miss these exciting e-vents--sign up now to reserve your "seat"! To register, go to http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=9511 . If you have any questions, please contact the @home e-vent team at Athome@hslda.org. FEATURED HSLDA PerX - Homeschooling Today Magazine ===================================================================== Homeschooling Today(r) magazine, a distinctively Christian home education periodical, full of encouragement, lesson ideas, news and events. One of the most comprehensive publications available! For more information visit: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1561 ====================================================================== The HSLDA E-lert Service is a service of: Home School Legal Defense Association P.O. 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