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| Date: From: Subject: | 5/22/2012 4:43:11 PM Mike Farris--HSLDA HSLDA Weekly--Worst Kind of Socialization |
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====================================================================== H S L D A ' s W E E K L Y U P D A T E ====================================================================== ---------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Can you look at the clouds and tell the direction of the wind? An interesting phenomenon of wind is that it can blow in multiple directions at the same time, at different heights from the ground. But usually there is a prevailing wind. HSLDA watches the gusts and monitors the prevailing trends of change in the legal climate of home education. So no matter which way the wind is blowing, we're there to protect your family. More reasons to join HSLDA... http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=1938 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- HSLDA Weekly--Worst Kind of Socialization ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Legislative Update If you live in Alabama, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, 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 22, 2012: 1. How to Avoid the Worst Kind of Socialization 2. Homeschool Parents' Conviction Appealed 3. Curriculum Grants for Military Families 4. Last Chance to Be "Original" 5. Poetry Contest Deadline Approaching 6. Members Save $90-$140 off High School AP Courses 7. Last Chance to Save on iGovern! 8. Register Now for Fall 2012 ConLaw Class with Mike Farris 9. Teen Leadership Camps at Patrick Henry College 10. 2012 High School Graduation Announcements Available 11. Bible Bee: Need College Money? 12. Call for Contrario Sensu Submissions 13. "Home School Heartbeat": Raising Real Men 14. Currently Featured on HSLDA's @home e-vents... ---[ The Ultimate Homeschool Planner from Apologia ]------------------ Do you want to do more than just SURVIVE your call to homeschool? THRIVE in the pleasure of God's calling on your life! Get a sneak peek at The Ultimate Homeschool Planner by Debra Bell! http://www.hslda.org/alink.asp?id=484 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ..................................................................... 1. How to Avoid the Worst Kind of Socialization Homeschooling allows parents to safeguard their children from bullying and the negative influence of their peers. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14776 ..................................................................... 2. On the Case: Homeschool Parents' Conviction Appealed Home School Legal Defense Association is asking a Nebraska court to agree with state education officials that a certain family's homeschool is valid for the entire 2011-2012 school year. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14777 ..................................................................... 3. Curriculum Grants for Military Families The Home School Foundation http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14795 , the charitable arm of HSLDA, is having its first-ever enrollment period in June for its new Military Fund. "We count it a great blessing to be able to homeschool while in the army," wrote one family. "It was wonderful to be at home, so we didn't miss one of Daddy's calls while he was deployed to Afghanistan." Read more of their note http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14796 . This fund assists military homeschool families who are struggling financially to meet their children's education needs. Learn more: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14797 ..................................................................... 4. Parental Rights: Last Chance to Be "Original" With introduction of the Parental Rights Amendment imminent, the next two days could be the last chance for your congressman to become an original cosponsor. Read more about ParentalRights.org's call blitz and help get your lawmakers on board this important measure to protect your family. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14804 ..................................................................... 5. Poetry Contest Deadline Approaching Do you love to express yourself through poetry? We have a contest just for you! The HSLDA poetry contest is going on right now. You will need to hurry, but it's not too late to enter! We will accept entries postmarked no later than Friday, June 1, 2012. For contest details and entry form: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14778 For HSLDA store resources: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14779 ..................................................................... 6. Members Save $90-$140 off High School AP Courses As an HSLDA member, you always receive $50-$100 off each PHC Prep Academy online Advanced Placement course. Between now and June 1, 2012, you can take an additional $40 off the discounted HSLDA member price (that's $90-$140 total savings). Learn more about these advanced college prep courses. Get details now: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14780 ..................................................................... 7. Last Chance to Save on iGovern! Early registration for iGovern West has been extended until June 1! Save $35 per student when you sign up before this date! Additional saving available for HSLDA members, military, and families in full-time ministry! See our website for more information on all of our iGovern Summer Leadership Camps. Sign up now! http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14798 ..................................................................... 8. Register Now for Fall 2012 ConLaw Class with Mike Farris Don't miss your opportunity to participate in this incredible online learning experience! Whether you are a high school student looking to beef up your transcript, or an adult simply wanting to become a more informed citizen, this course is for you. Space is limited. Register today! http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14781 ..................................................................... 9. Teen Leadership Camps at Patrick Henry College Summer 2012 Teen Leadership Camps at Patrick Henry College are already filling up, so be sure to register now and maximize summer with fun and challenging camps offered in everything from debate, strategic intelligence, leadership, politics, creative writing, and journalism--and much more! Students will apply a biblical worldview to the issues of today through exciting classroom sessions, historic field trips, creative challenges, and camp camaraderie. To learn more or to register: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14782 ..................................................................... 10. 2012 High School Graduation Announcements Available Celebrate your graduate's achievement with family and friends! HSLDA brings you four unique designs to choose from. Don't forget to say thanks with our class of 2012 thank-you cards! HSLDA members save 24%-43%. Order now: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14783 ..................................................................... 11. Bible Bee: Need College Money? The Bible Bee offers $260,000 in prizes for 7-18-year-olds! Register now, and receive your materials next week. Details: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14784 ..................................................................... 12. Call for Contrario Sensu Submissions Do you enjoy telling stories about your children or homeschool? We are looking for humorous, warm anecdotes and true stories illustrating that homeschooling is the best educational alternative around. Submissions should be 150 words or less (submissions may be edited for space). All material printed in the Court Report will be credited, and the contributor will receive a $10 coupon good toward any HSLDA publication of his choice. Submissions may be edited for space. Please be aware that we cannot return photographs. Mail submissions to: Attn: Stories, HSLDA P.O. Box 3000 Purcellville, VA 20134 Or email us (include "Stories" in the subject line) at: ComDept@hslda.org ..................................................................... 13. "Home School Heartbeat": Raising Real Men If your home is full of noise, energy, dirt, and adventure, you've probably got boys! So what do you do with them? Hal and Melanie Young say, raise real men! Parents of six boys and two girls, Hal and Melanie join Mike Smith to discuss how to encourage manliness and appreciate the virtues on your sons. Read more about it at: http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14785 HOMESCHOOLING IN THE NEWS Outside news items on home education ====================================================================== May 19: WorldNetDaily.com Custody of Homeschooler now an International Case http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14786 May 18: Carolina Journal Online, Raleigh, North Carolina Homeschooling Goes To College http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14787 May 15: OneNewsNow.com Georgia Easing up on Homeschooling Parents http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14788 May 15: New Jersey Online Assembly Panel Approves Bill Regulating Homeschooling of Foster Children http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14789 > Links do not imply endorsement. ..................................................................... 14. Currently Featured on HSLDA's @home e-vents... Upcoming Live E-vents: Homeschooling: Not a School at Home!--HSLDA Staff Attorney Mike Donnelly http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14790 How to Homeschool in Oregon--HSLDA Staff Attorney Thomas J. (Tj) Schmidt http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14791 Featured On-Demand E-vents: The Secrets to Thriving over the Long Haul as a Homeschool Mom--Denise Mira http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14792 Takin' Care of Business: Involving Your Children in the Family Business--Jon Tigges http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14793 If you have any questions, please visit http://www.hslda.org/elink.asp?id=14794 or contact the @home e-vent team by emailing athome@hslda.org. FEATURED HSLDA PerX - Education PLUS ====================================================================== An online academic assessment company fulfilling all your testing and education product needs, with up to 32% discounts on tests to HSLDA members and HSF Friends of Home Schooling. 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