Current

Disney on Ice Offer Expires on March 11

Disney on Ice is now available for online orders, you don't have to follow the special instructions to call in your order. Seats start at just $10
March 17-20, 2010 Alamodome
Wed March 17, 2010 at 7:30pm, Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 7:30pm,
Saturday March 20, 2010 at 3:30pm, and 7:30pm. Order while supply lasts. Saturday 11:30am and Sunday March 21 shows are no longer available.

http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/BroadwaySA.html
Order your tickets by logging on to:
http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/groupsales
and enter your special password:
taffiesa

You can continue to order for 101 Dalmatian, South Pacific, Young Frankenstein! If you order, please email Susan Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com and let me know how many tickets and which show.

Dual Credit

The deadlines for the dual credit programs at the various community colleges are coming up. All of the Alamo Community Colleges allow homeschoolers to enroll in dual credit classes tuition free. Each college has it's own age requirements and offers different dual credit classes. For those who are interested in more flexibility and willing to pay for the classes, the Early Admissions program has the same entry requirements but no restrictions on course selection.

Northwest Vista - April 10th Deadline
San Antonio College - Not listed
St. Philips College - Not listed

Summit Christian Academy (k-7) Info Meeting

Please join us as we learn more about Summit Christian Academy a University-Model School offering grades k-7 in the Fall of 2010. Also, please pass this information along and bring any friends or family who may be interested. If you have any questions please contact SCA at school@scatx.net or visit www.scatx.net.

Location: Boerne First Baptist Church Family Life Building Second Floor
Date: 03/11/10
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Please provide your own childcare

Summit Christian Academy is a University-Model School® located in the Hill Country of San Antonio. University-Model Schools allow parents more involvement in their children's education by combining the traditional private classroom environment with homeschooling. Classes are attended Tuesday and Thursday with optional electives on Wednesday. This allows for more family time on alternate days as parents guide their children through detailed lessons given by the teacher to complete their student's education. This formula allows for better character development as quality relationships between parents and children are fostered.

PEAK, Promoting Environmental Awareness in Kids

The PEAK, Promoting Environmental Awareness in Kids, program is the result of a partnership between the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and REI (Recreation Equipment Incorporated)  It is designed to educate children about the outdoors and responsible enjoyment of our shared public lands. www.lnt.org   
With the guidance of Leave No Trace Master educators, learn proper hiking skills. Learn to pack for a day hike. Learn to enjoy and respect wildlife and fellow visitors. Have fun!!
 
Ages 8 – 12 years
Second Saturday Program
Eisenhower Park
19399 NW Military Hwy
March 13, 2010    9:00am – 12:00pm
Call 210/564-6400 for details and reservations
Suggested Donation of $3/person, $5/family
Eisenhower Park, 19399 NW Military Hwy. 

Texas State Homeschool Track & Field Championships

The first Texas State Homeschool Track & Field Championships was a great success last year with over 220 athletes participating, and we are looking forward to having even more this year. The meet will be April 24, 2010, at Belton High School (note the location change from last year).  Field Events will begin at 9:00, the 3200m at 10:30, and other running events at noon.  More details can be found at chargers.teamopolis.com. We are adding a 10U this year for the 50m, 100m, 4X100m, long jump, and high jump. We will again have the PeeWee 50m for all children in attendance under age 9, for which no registration is required.
Registration is a two-step process, and it is done differently depending on if you are entering with a team or as an unattached athlete.

1.  REGISTRATION FEE. ALL PARENTS go to the www.chargers.teamopolis.com website and register for the meet.  The registration link can be found in a box in the upper right corner of the page or in the left menu.  This is where you will pay their registration fee, pay for T-shirts if they want to pre-order them, and sign the liability waiver.  You may register all your children at once.  

2.  EVENT ENTRY. COACHES go to www.athletic.net to enter athletes in events.  You must have a free team account to do this.  You must also have your team designated as a "High School" team to be allowed to register for this meet.  When entering younger athletes, just leave the "Grade" and "Division" blank and enter the gender and birth date. UNATTACHED ATHLETES will enter their events on www.athletic.net under the team name, "Texas Independent Homeschools."  Instructions for how to do this are on the Chargers website when you register.

Registration is DUE midnight APRIL 19. There will be a $5 late fee for registrations received after this time. Final registration deadline is midnight, April 21. Please be aware that you may make changes in your event entries up to midnight, APRIL 21.  NO changes or additions can be made after that time, no exceptions. 
We look forward to seeing everyone there.   If you would like to continue to receive emails about the state homeschool track meet, please respond and verify your continued interest. Also, please respond if you would like not to receive any furture information about the state meet. Thank you!   Please email or call John Ash at 254-493-8469 if you have any questions.

Texas State Homeschool Track & Field Championships April 24, 2010 Belton High School, Belton, Texas Age Divisions: 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U Fees: 10U - $11, 12U through18U - $16 Registration Deadline: April 19, 2010 Late Registration Deadline ($5 fee): April 21, 2010 Spectator Admission: FREE More information: chargers.teamopolis.com  

Women's Rape & Assault Prevention Workshop

Announcing Premier Martial Arts 2nd Annual Women’s Rape & Assault Prevention Workshop. How would you choose to react if you had to defend yourself in an attack? This is a FREE community event! We are only accepting 50 participants, so space is LIMITED! You must call to make an appointment! In this event you will be armed with life saving knowledge such as:
 
·        The different types of rapists and their character traits.
·        Date Rape drugs used by offenders.
·        Strategies and Tactics to avoid being victimized.
·        How to recognize when an attack may be immanent.
·        Avoiding ambush areas and zones.
·        Self-Protection devices.
·        What to do if you have been assaulted.
 
In addition, you will learn practical self-protection techniques such as:
·        Target seeking & striking.
·        Using your environment as a defense.
·        Improvised weapons and weapons of opportunity.
·        Hold escapes.
·        Ground defense.  (What to do if you are take to the ground.)
·        Self-protection vs. Weapons (Gun & Knife defense tactics.)
 
You do not want to miss this event!  Tell every woman you know!
It’s time to give women the advantage! Because of the graphic nature of the material, anyone under 18 years of age must have a parents consent.  Anyone under 16 years of age must be accompanied by their mother or female legal guardian.

Sunday, March 21st
1:00-5:00pm
www.PMAUniversalCity.com
210-566-0020

Texas State History Museum Homeschool Day

Home school families will receive the discounted school group rates for Exhibits, IMAX® Theatre, and Texas Spirit Theater admissions on Homeschool Day. Explore the Story Learning Stations will be scheduled from 10 am - 3 pm. Education volunteers will lead students in hands-on activities, demonstrations, and much more! See educational films in the IMAX® Theatre, or The Star of Destiny and Wild Texas Weather in the Texas Spirit Theater. Enjoy activities related to exhibits, and pick up complimentary educator materials at the Resource Table. For more information, visit the Museum's website.

Tuesday, March 30
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Texas A&M's Veterinary School Open House

This year's Open House is scheduled for Saturday, March 27, 2010, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Texas A&M's Vet School Open House is a wonderful opportunity for you and your family to visit the school and learn more about what we do and what we have to offer. Portions of the Small Animal Clinic as well as the Large Animal Clinic are open for the public to walk through. Come chat with some of veterinary medicine's top clinicians, ask questions about the admissions process for vet school, pet live animals in the petting zoo, see exotic reptiles, watch a live surgery, or even perform your own Teddy Bear surgery! These are just a few of the many exhibits that we will have this year! We welcome children, teens, and adults of all ages to our annual open house. This event is free to the public, so be sure and mark your calendars! http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/openhouse/

Friends of the Boerne Public Library Annual Book Sale

The spring sale will be held at the Kendall County Fairgrounds in the new dance hall. Friday hours are from noon til 5:00 p.m., and Saturday will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday the sale starts at 10:00 a.m. and closes at 4:00 p.m. New this year will be a Silent Auction (ends Sunday noon) for signed first editions. Come have fun with us while you stock up on great books! http://www.boerne.lib.tx.us/

Get Real Safety Awareness Training

Instructor Rhonda Payne has been teaching women and girls how to set personal boundaries, recognize potential dander and reduce their overall risk of attack for over twenty years. Statistically, women and girls are more likely to be assaulted by someone they know than be a stranger. Girls under the age of 18 comprise about 60% of the victims.

The GET REAL Safety Awareness Training course is designed to be a fun, interactive way to learn valuable skills that every woman should have: physical, mental, and emotional self-defense. Come and and find out how empowering a few hours of your time can be.

Our next GET REAL Safety Awareness Training session will be held on Saturday, March 27 from 9am to 1pm at the US Martial Arts Training Center. Call 666-2467 or email info@getrealsafety.com for more information.

Spring Break a Leg Camp at The Rose

Spend the week at The Rose Theatre Company and learn how to stage manage, build props and sets, make costumes and use stage make-up, and best of all PUT ON YOUR VERY OWN SHOW!! We will focus on film & stage acting, improv and audition skills!

We take pride in teaching  the craft of acting. Whether it be for a hobby or if your childs dream is to be a star The Rose Theatre is here for you.  
Jessie Rose is a graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy  in New York City and has been teaching San Antonio for 7 years.
 
The Rose Theatre Company
11838 Wurzbach
San Antonio, Texas 78230
210-360-0004
http://www.therosetheatreco.com

Girls Inc. In Our Own Hands

Girls will study the history of strong women leaders and learn about topics such as community, power, culture and heritage, and rights and responsibilities and social change. The girls will build upon their new skills and knowledge by choosing and implementing a community service project. They will identify and recruit adult women who can support and mentor them in their project. Session start the first week in March at various Middle Schools. There are six session for $35.00. Sign up at the NEISD Community Education Page.

Free Voice Recital

My name is Becky Walker and I am music faculty at San Antonio College in voice. I am giving a free recital Sunday, Feb. 28 from 6-7pm at Concordia Lutheran in the main sanctuary.  The recital is titled "Songs of God and Love." It is a fundraiser recital, but donations are optional.  I need to raise funds because I was invited by Gary Mabry of UTSA to sing on a concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City with some other women singers.  I homeschool, so obviously I'm not wealthy, hence this recital! Also performing on the recital are Michael Richter (classical guitar), Madalyn Blanchett (flute), Cindy Ellis (piano), Gary Lohmeyer (piano) and Olivia Morales (violin). Please come and enjoy an evening of song.  Note: Olivia Morales is a 14 year old Homeschooler who plays with the Youth Orchestras of San Antonio!

Local Homeschooled Pianist Performs

Local homeschooled student Ellen Pavliska has been invited to perform as a guest artist at the faculty recital of San Antonio College's Piano Division on Tuesday, February 23, at 7:30 pm.  The event is called Chopin and Company. Ellen will be performing Chopin's Scherzo No. 2 in b-flat minor, Op. 31. The recital is free and the location is the McAllister Fine Arts Center, 1300 San Pedro Avenue (in San Antonio). It begins at 7:30 pm.

ITBS & CogAT Testing Offered

I am offering the Iowa Test of Basic Skills and the Cognitive Abilities Test to grades 3-12 at my home (near the intersection of Braun and Bandera Roads) during the week of May 3-7, 2010.  You may register for either or both tests.

I have administered these tests to students for the past four years, and the students have done well in the home setting taking the tests.  For more information about these tests, follow the links below.
ITBS:
http://www.education.uiowa.edu/itp/itbs/Default.aspx
http://www.bjupress.com/testing/iowa.php
CogAT:
http://www.riverpub.com/products/cogAt/details.html
http://www.bjupress.com/testing/cogat.php

The schedule is as follows:
3rd grade ITBS
May 3-5 (Mon - Wed) 9am - 1pm

4th - 8th grade ITBS
May 3-5 (Mon - Wed) 9am - noon

9th - 12th grade ITBS
May 6-7 (Thurs - Fri) 9am - noon.

3rd - 8th grades Cog AT
May 4-5 (Tues - Wed) 1:30 - 3:30pm
(if no 3rd graders are testing, this test will begin and end an hour earlier)

9th - 12th grades CogAT
May 6-7 (Thurs - Fri) 12:30 - 2:30pm

Note:  If a minimum number of students do not register for each grouping, I may combine groups where possible, and the testing times may change.  If I do alter the testing times (or cancel due to very low registration), you will know before I complete your registration.  Regardless, all testing will occur during the week of May 3-7.

The fees for each grade level are as follows:
ITBS only:
3rd           $65
4th - 8th    $60
9th -12th   $60

Cog AT only:
all grades    $45

ITBS and CogAT combined :
3rd             $90
4th - 8th      $85
9th -12th      $85

The deadline to register is March 12. Group size is limited to 10 students for combined grades 3-8, and 10 students for combined grades 9-12.  Students are pre-registered as requests are received, and a waiting list will be formed, if needed.  Registration is not complete until payment is received.  Registration fees may be mailed (check only) or given directly to me (check or cash).

Students will be allowed to bring food and drinks; and will need to bring pencils and paper..  I'll send specific information upon inquiry and/or registration.

For questions and to register, please email me at

Spring Break Film and Commercial Acting Camp

WHO:     PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. (PDP)
 
WHAT:    Spring Break Film and Commercial Acting Camp For Young Actors (ages 9-19)
 
WHEN:    March 15-19, 2010 – one week only!! Monday-Friday, 12:30 PM-5:30 PM
 
WHERE:   PrimaDonna Productions, Inc.
8603 Crownhill Blvd. (near the Magic Time Machine)
San Antonio, TX 78209
 
Taught by Nikki Young, President of PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. (pictured right, overseeing students), the film and commercial acting camp is for young actors ages 9-19 and is designed for both beginners and seasoned vets.
 
Topics and activities covered throughout the course of the camp include:
·        The History of the Craft and Industry Terms
·        Cold Reading Skills and Script Memorization Techniques
·        Slating and Interviewing
·        How to Analyze a Character
·        And more…
 
Participants will have an opportunity to develop their acting skills through on-camera performances and will receive a DVD of their performance upon completion of the camp.  In addition, they will perform their memorized pieces live for a panel of pre-selected and invited industry professionals.
 
Young, who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Southwest Texas State University (where she specialized in Child Drama), has been coaching kids from stage to screen since the summer of 2000, and has worked with hundreds of kids through camps, churches, film sets, and private sessions.
 
“Our daughter had a great time this past summer at camp with Nikki and really looks forward to her one-on-one classes with her.  Nikki is a great role model, and we thoroughly appreciate the interest she takes in each of her students.” - Carolyn Janse, mother of actress Michel Janse
 
Formed as a video production company in 2000 by Nikki Young and Chadd Green, who met at Southwest Texas State University as theatre students with similar ideals about quality production, PrimaDonna Productions, Inc. has grown into a full-service multimedia corporation.  The team has collectively coached and consulted with artists across the state.
 
COST:            $300; includes daily snacks and a DVD of the student’s performance.
A multi-family member discount is available.
Checks, cash, or money orders are accepted; credit card payments (through PayPal) are accepted at PrimaDonna Productions’ website.
 
TO REGISTER:        Please visit www.primadonnaproductions.com.
 
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please call 210.822.3552

Tejeda History Faire

Tejeda Middle School will hold the 9th Annual History Faire and Culture Fest on April 10, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will also be historical and cultural groups represented, including Buffalo Soldiers, WWI and WWII re-enactors, Irish dancers, cadence cloggers, submarine veterans, Society for Creative Anachronisms and many more.
 
Children will learn history by participating in hands-on activities from different eras and cultures. Games, dancing, music, art and drama will invite the young and old to experience the ways that our ancestors lived.
 
Additionally, an archeological dig, interaction with Roman Soldiers and a Black Hawk helicopter will be on the grounds. Parents, students and community members are invited to be a part of this "living history."

Tejeda Clubs will be selling food, drinks, and various items to benefit their organizations. A shaded area for eating and resting will be available as well as restroom facilities.

International Folk Culture Center Fun Arts Day!

The International FolK Culture Center, the San Antonio Folk Dance Festival, and Light Once Candle are again sponsoring the FUN ARTS DAY at Our Lady of the Lake University on Wednesday, March 10. The event is geared toward fourth graders. It will include music, art, games, dance, story-telling and puppetry. There is no fee for the event but schools/children need to provide their own transportation and lunch. Children should wear play-clothes. Teachers and parents are welcome to be part of the event. Please let us know as soon as possible if you are interested in attending because space is limited. Applications must be received by March 1. Call 210-431-3922 or email ifcc@lake.ollusa.edu for an application.

Changes in the Young Artist Program of San Antonio

Now with Open Registration – Start anytime! Pay by week or for the entire session.

Experts tell us that students who have studied fine arts – music, art, dance, theatre– do better in school and participation in a fine arts programs increases a child’s self-esteem as well as verbal and non-verbal skills. Each fine art discipline reaches different thought processes and senses thereby EXPANDING BRAIN POWER

HELP YOUR CHILD ACHIEVE IN A FUN AND LOVING ATMOSPHERE!
 
Young Artists Program of San Antonio was developed to introduce young students (ages 4-8) to the basic disciplines of fine arts. Our teachers love children and desire to help them learn about themselves and explore the many disciplines of fine arts.
¨ Dawne Broadfield, Dance
¨ Linda Cowan, Art
¨ D’Nel Stucki, Music
- Jan Larson, Drama (Starts in March)
Students will rotate through art, music, drama and dance.
Each session is approx.  40 minutes.
 
NOW ENROLLING
Ages 4—8
Winter Class     January 13—March 10, 2010
Spring Class     March 24—May 26, 2010
9:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
SPECIAL PRICE!  $15.00 per week / $100 for 8 classes
 
Classes are held at CSDC Fine Arts Studio
8414 Speedway, San Antonio, TX 78230
Just outside Loop 410 between Vance-Jackson & Jackson Keller
Register with Jan Larson - tljl@sbcglobal.net .

Home School Creative Drama Class-Try for Free!!

Acting Up Creative Drama Academy in Helotes Texas is now offering a weekly creative drama class geared towards home schooled students.  Students will learn social presence, confidence, speaking skills, group collaboration skills plus much more while having a blast playing Creative Drama games. Our next class begins on Wednesday, Feb 24th from 10:00am to 11:30am and is open to all school age children.  Come and try it out for free and see if you like it.  We can also come to you for a trial class, a series of classes or a special day workshop! 
You can contact me, Trisch Moy, at 210-364-5425, or, trischmoy@yahoo.com.  Visit our website for more information:  www.actingupcda.com

Sadie Hawkins Dance

Come enjoy a fun filled evening dancing, play games and hanging out with friends. No dates required, come with your friends, siblings, whatever!

Who: any area Home schoolers 13 -college. Parents are welcome to come
and hang or dance and are free. No younger siblings please to the
dances.

When: Feb. 20th 7:30-10:30
Where: Incarnate Word University-in the ball room
Cost: $6 plus food to share

Mrs. Birkes will be Chaperoning as well as Mrs. Palmer, if you have any
questions call 830-755-2383 birkes@earthlink.net

DANCE LESSONS-get ready for prom, come learn new moves or just come to hang out with your friends.

Who: any homeschooler 11-college
When: every 2nd and 3rd Sat. in March and April from 7:30-10:30
Where: Incarnate Word University
Cost: $5 plus food to share

Prom-Any home schooled Junior or Senior in the San Antonio Area-please share this information around to anyone you know who might want an invitation. Thank you!

When: April 23rd

Please email Mrs. Birkes or Danika your address to receive an invitation.
The invitation will have all of the details on it. birkes@earthlink.net or
dramatic2swim@yahoo.com (dani's)

Enrique Barrera Community Center PE Class Update

I want to thank everyone for the numerous and positive response's  about the Free P. E classes that are starting next week.  I spoke with Claudia today and  so far we have the following  number of students signed  up in each class:
 
Tues.                                Thrus.
7-13 yr. olds                      4-6 yr, olds. 
2 students                         4 students.
 
*Each class needs a minimum of 5 students.  With the response from the past the older class should have at least 15 students and the younger class at least 6...
 
Please go by and sign up before Tuesday...simply add your name to the list and  complete a sign up form. 
 
Give them a call at 207-3221 if you need directions.   Some landmarks in the area are the Nelson Wolff baseball stadium and old Levi Strauss building these are located off  US Hwy 90 .....Old Hwy 90 runs parallel  to US Hwy 90....The center is on Old Hwy 90 behind these landmarks.

Update on Disney on Ice

Disney on Ice is now available for online orders, you don't have to follow the special instructions to call in your order. Seats start at just $10
March 17-20, 2010 Alamodome
Wed March 17, 2010 at 7:30pm, Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 7:30pm,
Saturday March 20, 2010 at 3:30pm, and 7:30pm. Order while supply lasts. Saturday 11:30am and Sunday March 21 shows are no longer available.

http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/BroadwaySA.html
Order your tickets by logging on to:
http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/groupsales
and enter your special password:
taffiesa

You can continue to order for 101 Dalmatian, South Pacific, Young Frankenstein! If you order, please email Susan Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com and let me know how many tickets and which show.

Another Homeschool PE Class - Copernicus Community Center

My name is Denise Ortiz. I work with the city of San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department as a Program Coordinator at Copernicus Community Center. Copernicus Community is a beautiful community center located in East San Antonio. We are currently searching for home school youth interested in participating in out first PE program for home school youth on Mon Tues or Thurs for children ages 5-16yrs from 10-12pm. Our PE program will consist of the introduction of various sports, fitness and host some home school socials to give the home school youth the opportunity to interact with other home school youth through out San Antonio. If you are interested in registering for our program please contact Denise Ortiz @ 210-648-1072 or you can email me at denise.ortiz@sanantonio.gov<mailto:denise.ortiz@sanantonio.gov>

Young Birders Club

We are looking for a few serious young birders to form the beginning of our Young Birders Club Our target ages are 9 - 14; if you have a younger child who is 'bird-brainy', let us know and we'll consider an exception.  Parents are welcome to attend with their child or we have nice outdoor areas where you can wait.  You could also take a hike during class time along one of Friedrich Parks excellent trails.  

This club will meet on a monthly basis this spring beginning February 27.  The attached flyer has the meeting dates as well as other information: The leaders of this club are Patsy and Tom Inglet - enthusiastic area bird educators.  Many of you have met them at our programs before.  

At the first meeting, some basic bird watching skills will be reviewed but the emphasis will be on getting out into the Natural Area to look for birds.  Patience is a must!!!   Please let us know if you think you have a child who would enjoy this club and share the word with others.   Looking forward to hearing from you, Peggy Spring   Park Naturalist City of San Antonio 210-564-6402 www.sanaturalareas.org

Friedrich Wilderness Park classroom
February 27, 2010     8:00 am – 10:00 am
March 13, 2010         12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
April 10, 2010           8:00 am – 10:00 am
May 8, 2010               8:00 am – 10:00 am
June 12, 2010            8:00 am – 10:00 am

Audition Time

TAKE NOTE - Youth Band
207-3132
Turn in your audition tape, CD or DVD by Feb. 26, 2010
The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for aspiring musicians and vocalists ages 13 to 18 for our youth band TAKE NOTE. If you play the drums and/or percussion, acoustic, electric or bass guitar, keyboard, or saxophone, you are invited to submit an audition tape by Feb. 26. We are also looking for male and female vocalists.

If you have a desire to make a career as a professional musician or singer we want to help get you started! It all begins by submitting to us a promotional packet that will include a photo, a demo (showcasing your skills on DVD or CD) and a letter telling us how you could add to and benefit from this exciting program. Once selected and passing a live audition, each musician or singer will be introduced to the concepts needed to perform a variety of styles of music such as pop, rock, jazz and blues, in preparation for upcoming live performances at major venues throughout the city. So if you’re interested in being a part of our City's youth band TAKE NOTE we want to meet to you! Call 207-3132. Your application promo pac should include:
-Photo: headshot or with instrument
-Demo: live performance (DVD or VHS) or recorded demo (CD) showcasing current level of rhythm and improvisation skills in all styles of music studied
-Letter: Bio is encouraged if musician already has performance experience and/or a letter telling us how they could add to and benefit from this exciting program

Lou Hamilton Homeschool PE Class Update

With the overwhelming response to the Monday class, we've added another day for homeschoolers to participate. So, now you can choose to either come on Monday, Wednesday, or both! The time is the same for both days, 12:30-2:00. Both classes are free of charge.

I  have set up a Yahoo group to help with communication between us all regarding the class. I will be sending an invitation to join the group to all of the homeschool group emails that I am aware of. The yahoo group is:  SAhomeschoolPE@yahoogroups.com  and if I've figured it out right, the way to subscribe is this:     SAhomeschoolPE-subscribe@yahoogroups.com I will try this week to set up a calendar to begin the helpers list.   Thanks for taking time to read this! Have a great Monday! Stacy Molina smolina23@satx.rr.com

DIiscover DIGISTAR 3!

Imagine a planetarium theater where all the sights and sounds are created digitally.  A theater where the dome is covered with breathtaking images and the audience is immersed in the images of outer space.  “Digital theater” has arrived in San Antonio and is now available at the Scobee Planetarium!

Because the Scobee Planetarium is located on the crowded campus of San Antonio College, our public shows are only presented on Friday evenings when parking is available.  Public shows are presented each Friday night with the exception of school or national holidays.  Please note and comply with our age restrictions. Yes, our Friday night shows are often very crowded and usually fill quickly to capacity.  Arrive early for the best seats!

FRIDAY PUBLIC SHOW ADMISSION FEES
Children Age 4 to 17 - $2.00 for each show
Adults Age 18 to 54 - $5.00 for each show
Senior Citizens Age 55 and above - $3.00 for each show
Students, Staff, and Faculty of any of the Alamo Colleges are admitted free of charge with current ID card.  Valid ID is required for free admission and applies only to Alamo College students.
ARRIVE EARLY, WE ARE USUALLY VERY CROWDED!
Doors open 20 minutes prior to show time to begin ticket sales and seating. 
Tickets sales are cash only. No credit cards are taken. 
Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Sorry, reservations are not accepted. 
Our seating capacity is approximately 80 to 85 people.  Shows often fill quickly, so please arrive early to be in line. 
Once a program has begun, there is absolutely no late admittance. 
Please remember our age restrictions. They are enforced at the door.

Summer Youth Recreation Program

The income verification process opens for the 2010 Summer Youth Recreation Program. Parents wishing to utilize the sliding fee scale based on income are invited to complete the income verification process by coming to the Ron Darner Parks and Recreation Operations Headquarters, 5900 Old Highway 90 West, between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. The verification form must be completed prior to registration, which will occur in April, details pending. The program will run June 14 through August 6, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at more than 40 sites, including schools and community centers. School sites are open to children ages 6 to 12 and community centers, ages 6 to 14. For more information, call 207-3000.

Cibolo Outdoor Classroom Guide Training and Organizational Meeting

We need you! Please come to our spring Outdoor Classroom organization meeting and see if you would like to become a Trail Guide with this award-winning program. Help us lead children in fun-filled educational activities that teach about natural systems and the importance of conserving our natural resources. No formal teaching experience necessary. If you love nature and enjoy happy children, this is the volunteer opportunity for you.  Breakfast provided.   Contact Mary Gomillion: 830-249-4616 or education@cibolo.org at the Cibolo Nature Center.
February 10, Wednesday
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: CNC Auditorium

Homeschool PE Class

Great news!!  The start date for the P.E class is Feb. 9th through April 11th,  this is an 8 week session.  The details are as follows:  

Location:       
Enrique Barrera Community Center                       
5800 Old Hwy 90 W.                       
Fee: $40.00 per child.....cash only...exact change  

7-13 yr. olds: Tuesdays; Feb 9 to Mar 30; 12:00 to 1:00
4-6 yr olds: Thursdays; Feb 11 to Mar 1; 12:00 to 1:00 

**We need a minimum of 5 children per class for the class be established.  Currently the  4 -6 yr Old class needs additional children to meet the minimum. The 7 -13 yr. old class has the minimum required at this time.   Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time to complete the paperwork for your student. Some friendly reminders: Parents need to stay on site during the class. The facility does have a fitness center that parents can use, it does require a $25.00 annaul membership fee. You can decide on this at a later date. This is not required for your child to participate in the P.E. class.  I know that several families have responded.  Please kindly respond again to me at nancyw34@yahoo.com if you are still interested and will be attending.  Please include your child's name and age.   Sincerely, Nancy Warner

“Celebrate America” Deadline Extended

The immigration law firm De Mott, McChesney, Curtright & Associates announced today that the entry deadline for a writing contest for fifth grade students has been extended.

Submissions for “Celebrate America”, a writing contest sponsored by the American Immigration Council, will now be accepted through Friday, February 12, 2010, the birthday of Abraham Lincoln (and three days before Presidents’ Day, in which Lincoln’s and George Washington’s birthdays are observed).

Any fifth grader enrolled in either a public or a private school (home-schooled students are included in the private school category, and are strongly encouraged to enter) is invited to share his or her creative writing and research skills by writing a poem, essay, or short story on “Why I Am Glad America Is A Nation Of Immigrants.”

Entries are limited to 500 words and can be an essay, poem, short story, interview, or the like. Each entry must include a cover page with the following information: student’s name; grade; age, school; address; telephone number; and proof of enrollment in the fifth grade, such as a transcript, report card, or letter from the student’s teacher, the school principal, or the guidance counselor.
All entries must be mailed or delivered in person no later than
Friday, February 12, 2010 to:
 
Immigration Writing Contest
c/o De Mott, McChesney, Curtright & Associates
Immigration Lawyers
8930 Fourwinds Dr., Suite 106
San Antonio, TX 78239-1971

For official contest details, please visit www.celebrateamericawritingcontest.org, or call Joseph B. De Mott directly at 210.590.1844.

San Antonio Missions Baseball Math and Weather Days

Each year we have a couple of day games to use as education days for students of San Antonio.  We typically have up to 50 different schools represented at each game.  This year our day games will be a Math Day on May 3rd and a Weather Day on May 5th.  The games are at 11:05 and are usually over around 2:00.  We have tickets for $5.50 in the outfield reserved and $6.50 in the upper reserved, and kids are allowed to bring in sack lunches on these days.  In addition to the baseball game, their will be educational programs and games throughout the day to help stimulate learning.  I wanted to try to reach out to the homeschooling community to see if there would be an interest in coming out to one of those games or even one of our regular games.   Please let me know if you are interested in getting involved.  I would love to meet with you about this. Tiffany
554-1508.tjohnson@samissions.com.