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| Date: From: Subject: | 5/10/2011 5:01:48 PM Home School Legal Defense Association HSLDA's Weekly Update--Judge: 3-Year-Old Needs "Socialization" |
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====================================================================== H S L D A ' s W E E K L Y U P D A T E ====================================================================== ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -> What's the shortest distance between two homeschoolers? HSLDA's elert service! When threats to homeschool freedoms arise, you want to be able to respond. We make it possible. More reasons to join HSLDA... http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1101 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Legislative Update If you live in Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, or Washington, 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 May 10, 2011: 1. Judge Orders 3-Year-Old into Day Care for "Socialization" 2. Homeschoolers in Eastern European Country Need Help 3. HSLDA Fights for Homeschooled Military Enlistees 4. Umbrella Diplomas Problematic for Law Enforcement Jobs 5. One Mistake and Goodbye, Kids! 6. National Zoo Offers Classes for Homeschool Students 7. iGovern: Education During Summer Fun 8. Call for Parent to Parent Submissions 9. Deadlines Approaching for PHC Teen Leadership Camps 10. Send in Your Best Ballads 11. Special Wedding Gift Set: HSF Cookbook with Free Vintage Apron! 12. National Bible Bee Contestant Registration Continues 13. "Home School Heartbeat": Making the Transition to Homeschooling 14. Currently Featured on HSLDA's @home e-vents... ---[ Apologia Science ]----------------------------------------------- Finally, an elementary science curriculum that is truly God honoring, user friendly, and scientifically sound. http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?ID=355 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. Judge Orders 3-Year-Old into Day Care for "Socialization" HSLDA of Canada reports a shocking case where a 3-year-old was ordered into day care for "socialization." They are appealing on behalf of the homeschooling family whose children were all forced to attend public school programs. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11121 ..................................................................... 2. Homeschoolers in Eastern European Country Need Help Families in one Eastern European country where homeschooling is technically illegal need assistance. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11122 ..................................................................... 3. HSLDA Fights for Homeschooled Military Enlistees HSLDA helped persuade Pentagon officials to extend a program that places homeschool recruits in the military's highest enlistment option. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11123 ..................................................................... 4. Maryland: Umbrella Diplomas Problematic for Law Enforcement Jobs Despite a lengthy discussion with an HSLDA attorney, Baltimore County Police refused to accept as valid a homeschool graduate's umbrella program diploma. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11124 ..................................................................... 5. Parental Rights: One Mistake and Goodbye, Kids! The law in Michigan doesn't even demand evidence that a child is in danger before he can be removed to foster care--and that may portend what is to come for every state if we don't act to stop it. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11141 ..................................................................... 6. D.C.: National Zoo Offers Classes for Homeschool Students Now through June, homeschoolers can sign up for classes on animal behavior and habitats taught by a veteran homeschool mom at the National Zoo. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11125 ..................................................................... 7. iGovern: Education During Summer Fun Generation Joshua is proud of the high-caliber teaching we provide at our iGovern Summer Leadership camps. To help students gain more from camp we have created three classes. The first is Legislative Techniques, where students will learn how congressmen write and debate legislation. The second, Party Leadership, deals with the American party system and how to make a difference in our culture starting in our political parties. The final course is Campaigns and Elections, which teaches students the fine points of the electoral process and campaigning. Sign up today! West Registration: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11126 ..................................................................... 8. Call for Parent to Parent Submissions Have you ever had an inspiring thought, an ingenious shortcut, or an "Aha! moment" that you wished you could share with other homeschoolers? Well, now you can! "The Home School Court Report's" Parent to Parent column provides opportunities for homeschooling parents to relay teaching tips, encouragement and advice. Our topic for the July/August 2011 issue is "A Homeschool Snapshot." One day you will look back on your homeschool days and recall a precious time, event, or moment. What is your best homeschooling memory so far? Send us your story in 150 words. Submissions may be edited for space. Mail submissions to: HSLDA Attn: Parent to Parent P.O. Box 3000 Purcellville, VA 20134 Or email us, including "Parent to Parent" in the subject line, at ComDept@hslda.org. Please include your name and address. ..................................................................... 9. Deadlines Approaching for PHC Teen Leadership Camps Enjoy the summer fun of Teen Leadership Camps at Patrick Henry College, which apply a biblical worldview to the issues of today through exciting classroom sessions, historic field trips, creative challenges, and camp camaraderie. Camps are being offered in debate, art, music, drama, leadership, constitutional law and journalism--and much more! To learn more or to register: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11127 ..................................................................... 10. Send in Your Best Ballads Submissions are being accepted until June 1 for the 2011 HSLDA homeschool poetry contest. This year's competition requires students in all three age categories to compose original ballads inspired by various literary works. As always, cash prizes will be awarded. For guidelines and entry form: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11128 ..................................................................... 11. Coming Soon: HSF Cookbook with Free Vintage Apron! It's the perfect gift for brides. Order the Home School Foundation's "Family Favorites from the Homeschool Kitchen" and get a free vintage hostess apron! Check Facebook and the HSLDA Store for details. ..................................................................... 12. National Bible Bee Contestant Registration Continues National Bible Bee contestant enrollment will continue through May 31. Bible Bee "Family Boxes" which contain Bibles, age-appropriate study materials, Bible memorization cards, Parent Guidebooks, and much more will be shipped to arrive on June 1, if you register by May 24! Learn more and register: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11130 ..................................................................... 13. "Home School Heartbeat": Making the Transition to Homeschooling Are you getting ready to transition to homeschooling? Sometimes it can seem like there are a lot of hoops to jump through along the way! Join Mike Smith and his guests as they discuss how you can make the change smoothly and successfully on this week's "Home School Heartbeat." Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11131 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== May 9: GMToday.com All Things Mommy http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11132 May 9: News-Leader, Springfield, Missouri Homeschools Gain Help http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11133 May 8: WIS-TV Channel 10, Columbia, South Carolina Siblings Graduate Together, Giving Special Mother's Day Gift http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11134 May 8: News-Times, Danbury, Connecticut Adventure Course Trains Homeschoolers http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11135 May 7: The Augusta Chronicle, Augusta, Georgia The Homeschool Mom http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11136 > Links do not imply endorsement. ..................................................................... 14. Currently Featured on HSLDA's @home e-vents... Two Birds with One Stone: Discovering PHC Prep--Adam Rohner http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11137 Don't miss this chance to learn how you can prepare your high school student for college! This is a free e-vent but space is limited, so sign up today! How to Homeschool in New Mexico--HSLDA Staff Attorney Thomas J. Schmidt http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11138 HSLDA @home e-vent Package: High School Success--College Track http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11139 If you have any questions, please visit http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=11140 or contact the @home e-vent team by emailing athome@hslda.org. FEATURED HSLDA PerX - Homeschool Enrichment Inc ====================================================================== Homeschooling isn't just another academic alternative--it's a way of life! The purpose of Home School Enrichment Magazine is to provide encouragement and practical help to homeschoolers from a distinctively Christian perspective. 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