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Bob Bullock Texas History Museum Homeschool Day

Explore the Museum on Home School day; home school families will receive the discounted school group rates for Exhibit, IMAX® Theatre, and Texas Spirit Theater admissions.  Enjoy activities related to exhibits, and pick up complimentary materials at the Resource Table.

Home School Day
February 22, 2011
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
http://www.thestoryoftexas.com/education/homeschool.html

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How much does it cost to go into the exhibits?
Answer: Admission to the Museum exhibits is free to all Homeschoolers, Chaperones, and Teachers, but you still need to get an exhibit admission sticker at the ticketing counter.

Question: How much does it cost to go to the IMAX Theatre?
Answer: Admission to the IMAX Theatre is $4.00 for students, and $5.00 for teachers and chaperones.

Question: How much does it cost to go to The Star of Destiny or Wild Texas Weather programs?
Answer: Tickets to The Star of Destiny and Wild Texas Weather multimedia programs are $3.00 for students and $3.00 for teachers and chaperones. 

Japanese Tutor

Hello and thanks for this opportunity to tell you a bit about myself. I first arrived in Japan in 1978 and I have been studying the Japanese language ever since. The ability to speak, read and write Japanese has grown to be the single most important factor of my 30-year career as I have worked for several Japanese companies as well as American companies wishing to do business with Japanese companies. I lived in Japan for a total of 8 years. I was last in Japan on 7Jan2011 for a vacation with my wife who is Japanese.

I have taught Japanese classes for the Japan-America Society of Houston and for the Continuing Education Program at the University of Houston where I graduated with a business degree. In addition, I have taught Japanese to my peers at several of the companies where I have worked. Living and working overseas has given me an appreciation for my own language. I have also taught and tutored in English both in Japan and the US. While a college student at the University of Houston, I taught English conversation and reading comprehension to students from all over the globe.
 
Many children and young adults are now interested in Japanese manga (comics) and anime (cartoons). I can assist students wishing to explore those types of entertainment, but only if approved by parents first. Unfortunately, some of the Japanese manga and anime is quite lurid and/or violent in nature and shouldn't be viewed by children so that sort of material will not be allowed in my classes.
 
Finally, I want to mention that being a tutor is a wonderful opportunity to help a child develop new talents or skills. However, I believe tutoring is also a way to support the noble goals of parents to raise a child who is well-educated and prepared for life as an adult. Therefore, parents should always feel free to mention their concerns to me and are, of course, welcome to join the classes at no extra charge.
 
Private Lessons $29/hr. Discounts for multiple student/family classes.
 
My email address shinnosuke_stringer@msn.com & my phone number 210-240-4396.

Youth Fit in New Braunfels

This one hour physical education class will focus on fitness development, social interaction, cooperative learning, and sport skill development. Class curriculum will follow State of Texas standards for physical education. Great for home school students! Free with New BraunFit membership ($15 annual fee)

Tuesdays and Thursdays
2:30 to 3:30 pm
Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2011
Appropriate for 4th-8th graders
Instructor: Hector Rosales, Certified Physical Education Teacher
McKenna New BraunFit Gym
801 W. San Antonio Street
(830) 606-9507

Kinderdance of Alamo City Now Enrolling

Kinderdance is more than just a dance program. Our developmentally designed programs build self-confidence and self-esteem in young children. We blend early childhood academic readiness skills into our curriculum. Age-appropriate activities are an integral part of our weekly lesson plans. Kinderdance teaches to the total child, thereby enhancing the emotional, social, cognitive, physical, and creative development of each child. Instructors issue periodic progress reports directly to the parents to inform them of their child's progress throughout the year. We offer a private, low stress, year-end demonstration where the children have the opportunity to demonstrate the skills they have mastered. All programs are taught by certified Kinderdance instructors who specialize in teaching developmentally appropriate movement activities to young children.

Location: Forest Hills Presbyterian Church
13200 Bandera Road, Helotes 78023
Classes: Friday Mornings
Fees:
KINDERTOTS 2-3YRS. $36.00/ MO 9:00-9:30am
KINDERDANCE 3-5YRS. $40.00/ MO 9:40-10:20am
KINDERMOTION 3-9YRS. $36.00/ MO 10:30-11:00am
KINDERCOMBO 3-9YRS. $40.00/ MO 11:10-11:50am

Annual Family Registration $25.00
Sibling Discounts $5.00 each child

210-680-5964
www.KinderdanceAlamoCity.com

Walking with Texans

This year, the museum will supplement the annual "Spring Break on the Back 40" program with a more in-depth educational opportunity, "Walking with Texans: On the Pioneer Trail." The structured activity, for grades K through six, features expert instructors who will guide participants as they plant seeds, milk a cow, churn butter, make adobe brick, cook tortillas, learn how to march, and help prepare a typical Buffalo soldier meal using a Dutch oven.

"Walking with Texans" is 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. each day, March 14-18, 2011. The classes are limited to 20 pre-registered participants each. Registration is $15 per session, $13 for museum members, with a $10 discount for enrolling for the entire week. Walking with Texans registration includes regular admission to the museum. Visit
http://www.texancultures.com/education/workshops.html for more information.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Explore and experience the life of a Texas pioneer through a series of interactive sessions.
Schedule: March 14 to 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. You may register for as many sessions as you like.
Targeted audience: K-6
Registration Fee: Non-member: $15 per session;
Members: $13 per session. Attend all 5 sessions and get a $10 discount. Registration fees include regular museum admission. One accompanying adult is free of charge. To register please visit:
http://www.texancultures.com/education/workshops.html

Day 1 - One Day as a Texas Pioneer Gardener Follow in the footsteps of pioneer gardeners and plant a seed to begin your own spring garden.
Day 2 - One Day in the Texas One- Room School House Participate in time-honored lessons conducted by a schoolmarm or a school master.
Day 3 - One Day in a Texas Dairy Farmer’s Life Early pioneer children performed many chores before and after school, such as milking cows and
roping cattle. In the Back 40, we'll be giving hand-on demonstrations on cow-milking and cattle roping.
Day 4 - Cooking in the West Texas Adobe House Take a tour with our storyteller to the old West Texas adobe house, learn how to make an adobe brick, and create a festive treat with the help of our tortilla-making expert!
Day 5 - Living in the Texas Frontier Explore the daily life, uniform and hardships of a cavalry soldier and help prepare a typical camp
meal using a Dutch oven.

Homeschool Tennis Program

I have been talking to Joe Rother at The Dominion Country Club about
starting a homeschool tennis program. The program will be starting on
Friday, March 18 from 1:00 to 2:30 pm and will run for 7 weeks. The
cost is $120 per session. Please contact dominionhptennis@yahoo.com or call 210-698-2288 and ask to sign up for the Dominion Home School Tennis Program. Please feel free to pass this on. Hope to see you there! Sheila

Western Riding Lessons

If anyone is looking for western riding lessons, I highly recommend Diamond C Stables & Ranch on Toutant Beauregard between Leon Springs and Boerne. My kids have been taking riding lessons there for the last three years. We have had a great experience and really enjoy the clean and kid friendly atmosphere. They have great lesson horses for every level of rider. The riding instructors are friendly and professional.  They offer lessons any time, but they are looking for homeschoolers that want to ride during the day. Give them a call at (830)755-4911 if you're interested. You can also reach them by email at dcculver@gvtc.com  They have a great website at www.diamondcstables.net. Thanks, Sheila Hawkins

Texas Association for Gifted and Talented

Parenting gifted and talented kids raises questions. Join TAGT this year in the DFW Metroplex for a day-long conference for parents that will focus on vital issues and necessary skills.

Date: Saturday, February 19, 2011
Location: Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Drive, Hurst, TX
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.; registration opens at 7:45 a.m.
Food: Continental breakfast provided; lunch on your own
Exhibits: Browse and buy educational materials from a dozen exhibitors
Registration: Registration is $39; register your spouse/partner for an additional $20.

Keynote Speaker: Lisa Rivero is a parent, author, and a member of the Board of Directors of Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG). Her keynote address, Growing with Intensity, will look at the role intensity plays in giftedness, so that parents can better help their children with issues such as perfectionism, stress, and feelings of not fitting in with the rest of the world. Sponsored by Summer Institute for the Gifted

The 2011 TAGT Parent Conference is next Saturday at the Hurst Conference Center and we want to see you there! Each year, hundreds of parents consistently report that this day-long training provides essential tools in four key areas:

• Social-emotional needs: It's obvious--gifted and talented children are different; often more sensitive, prone to stress and occasionally failure because of a tendency toward perfectionism. Learn to help your children navigate their own unique needs.
  
• Best practices: Even gifted children have to "learn to learn" and learn to think critically. Knowing how their education works and how to participate can give you and your children a powerful boost toward fulfilling lifelong learning potential.
  
• Parenting and academic resources: School is out, and homework is finished; now what? Learn how you can enrich home life outside of the classroom curriculum.
  
• Advocacy: How schools serve gifted and talented students varies greatly, and is largely determined at the district level. Learn how you can organize with other parents locally to ensure your children's needs are being met.
  

Sponsored by Summer Institute for the Gifted

Fight for Air Run/Walk

Each year, too many lives are lost to lung disease and this is your chance to walk, raise money and make an impact in their honor. By joining the Fight for Run/Walk you are making the commitment to fight lung disease so everyone can breathe easier- including you!

Families, individuals and teams join together and Run or Walk the 5K (3.1 mile) certified course, to raise awareness for the 35 million Americans who suffer from lung disease, like Bailey McClure, a severe asthmatic and fellow homeschooler in San Antonio. Participants work together to raise funds to support life saving research, educational programs and advocacy efforts.

February 19th.
Runners or Walkers age 15+: $35 registration fee, due at time of registration.
Runners or Walkers age 4-14: $20 registration fee, due at time of registration.
Children under the age of 4: Free to participate.
Active Duty Military: $20 registration fee, must show Miltary ID at registration

A unique experience; walk or run through the SeaWorld grounds, which are closed to the public for the event. And, stay to enjoy the free Sea Lion Show!

Please register at: http://www.lungusa.org/pledge-events/tx/san-antonio-walk/
or www.breathehealthy.org.

For more information please contact Angela McClure, Regional Vice President of Development, at 210-308-8978 or amcclure@breathehealthy.org.

If You Give a Pig a Party

Based on a book by Laura Joffe Numeroff; Adapted for the stage by David Morgan; Music by Ricky Hernandez
Magik Theatre
February 15 - March 26, 2011
If you give a Pig a party, she’s going to ask for some balloons, and she’ll want to decorate the house. When she’s finished she’ll put on her favorite dress. Then she’ll call all her friends - Mouse, Moose, and more and before you know it, there’s a wild and crazy party going on. In the tradition of past Magik Theatre hits If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and If You Give a Moose a Muffin, everyone in the family will love this original adaptation of another Laura Numeroff classic.
Location: 420 S. Alamo
Times: Tuesday – Friday 9:45 am & 11:30 am; Friday at 7 pm & Saturdays at 2 pm

NEISD Community Education

NEISD offers a variety of youth and teen classes. Many of the classes start new session the week of February 14th. Classes include French, Drama, Babysitting, Keyboard Exploring, and Arcade Game Design. Visit NEISD Community Classes for more information.

Summit Christian Academy Information Meeting

Summit Christian Academy will be hosting an informational meeting Tuesday, February 1st at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be at Boerne First Baptist Church, Family Life Building. Please visit www.scatx.net for more info.

Summit Christian Academy is a University-Model School® located at Boerne First Baptist Church. 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.

First Bytes Summer Camp, Version 9.0

Application Deadline: Friday, March 25, 2011

The Department of Computer Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin will host First Bytes, Version 9.0 - a free one-week residential program for high school women - designed to dispel myths about computer science and intrigue these young women with the potential of computing and the excitement of problem solving.

First Bytes: What is it?
A residential camp program, June 19 - 25, 2011, on the campus of UT-Austin.

Target students: 60 current sophomore and junior women from Texas. All expenses paid (with the exception of travel to and from UT-Austin)

Who Should Apply? We Need Young Women . . . 
 - Who are completing their sophomore or junior year in high school
 - Have done well in math and science classes
 - Maintain at 3.0 GPA (80 out of 100) 
 - Advanced math or prior programming experience is NOT required.

This interactive experience will offer classes, lectures and labs designed and taught by the University of Texas at Austin's world-class faculty. The participants will have hands-on programming experience leading to the completion of a team-based project while enjoying the camaraderie of university campus-life. We will have a number of speakers, games, and field trips as well as time to relax and enjoy new friends.

First Bytes: How to apply?
Application forms are available on line at:
 http://outreach.cs.utexas.edu/firstbytes
All portions of the application must be submitted or postmarked by Friday, March 25, 2011.

If you have any questions about First Bytes, please contact us at firstbytes@cs.utexas.edu, via telephone at 512-471-9523, or check the web site http://outreach.cs.utexas.edu/firstbytes/.

Mary Esther Middleton
mem@cs.utexas.edu
http://outreach.cs.utexas.edu/firstbytes/

Update for Homeschool Theater Discounts in San Antonio

I got an update of order deadlines and performance dates for the Homeschool theater deadline for San Antonio shows. Prices available on Website.
 
A reminder that the TUTS offer for Houston expires Jan 31 just a few days, and that you have 10 days left for Blue Man Group in Austin.
If you order, please email Susan Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com
 
The deadlines are now
 
Wicked
Feb 24 & Mar 1 at 8pm
Mar 3 at 2pm
Mar 6 at 2pm
Deadline: February 4
 
West Side Story
Mar 22 and 23 at 8pm
Mar 26 at 2pm
Mar 27 at 2pm & 7:30PM
Deadline: Feb 28
 
Rock of Ages
May 10,12, 13 at 8pm
May 14 at 2pm
Deadline: May 2
 
 
http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/BroadwaySA.html
go to
http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/groupsales
and enter your special password:
taffiesa
 
The Shows below are only available by Calling 210-226-5967 or svillani@majesticempire.com Please identify yourself as a Friend of Taffie
 
Alamodome Shows
Celtic Woman
May 16 and 17 at 7:30pm
Main Floor & Mezzanine $71
Balcony $35
Deadline: May 5
 
Disney on Ice
Alamodome
**Easter Week**
Apr 20 7:30pm, 22nd 1:30pm, 24th 3:30pm
VIP $40, All others $12
Apr 21,22 at 7:30pm, Apr 23 at 3pm&7pm
VIP $40, Lower Level $21, $15, $11
Deadline: April 18
 
BAA Austin
Blue Man Group - just 10 days left
West Side Story
http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/Broadwayaustin.html
To order use this link
https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?l=EN&t=baaaus&o=38403071&g=676
password is taffieaustin

Please pass onto other lists and share with homeschoolers, friends and family.

Homeschooler Needs Help for Medical Treatment

Shannie Carnline is a 13-year-old homeschool girl who lives in Encino Park, San Antonio.  She has juvenile scleroderma and it may be systemic. Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease which causes a thickening of tissues. Juvenile scleroderma and systemic scleroderma (where internal organ tissues are also thickening) are more rare. And juvenile systemic scleroderma is extremely rare. Her dad has a good job with great insurance, but insurance has not covered all of her treatments thus far.  Now doctors are recommending a last resort treatment in Dallas that will require Shannie and her mom to relocate to Dallas for three or four months and insurance is not covering any of it. We need to raise $12,000 to cover Shannie’s medical treatments and her and her mom’s temporary relocation to Dallas. Please view the following and then consider contributing to her medical fund!

The link to “Homeschooled 13-year-old Needs Help Treating Rare Disease - Video - KSAT San Antonio”
http://www.ksat.com/video/26658301/index.html?taf=ant

And here is a written version of Shannie’s story with more details…
http://www.ksat.com/news/26655794/detail.html?taf=ant 

And, finally, this is Shannie’s web site:
www.GetShannieWell.org

SAT Math Help for Homeschoolers

Do you want a great score on the SAT?
Are you nervous about the math part of the SAT?

Some students are rusty or "mathphobic" and need a quick math review. Some aren't good at taking tests and need general test taking strategies. Some may be strong at math tests yet need to learn the specific tricks and quirks of the SAT. Some need the accountability to do what they already know they need to do.

I, Dr. Christian Seberino, know how to prepare you for the SAT. Whether you need a math review, general test taking strategies, the tricks and quirks of the SAT, or accountability, I can help you improve your score.

This SAT Math Prep class meets 2/12 - 3/5. Classes meet Saturdays from
10am-12pm in an online "virtual classroom" to save you time and money. The cost is $195.

Or, if you prefer to study on your own, you can purchase the Independent Study Kit for $90 which includes recordings of the SAT Math Prep class sessions, practice SAT math sections and other practice problems.

Sign ups are happening now at http://phil4.com. For more information contact me at chris@phil4.com or visit http://phil4.com.

Evolve your theatrical skills with a Drama class

Evolve your theatrical skills with a Drama class offered exclusively to local area homeschoolers ages 12-18. The class will begin in the First week of February and end the last week of May once a week for two-hours. During the final two weeks of the course students may be asked to meet more often for rehearsal. The class will cover aspects of the theatre including auditioning, improvisation, theatrical warm up, parts of theatre and stage, set design and building, theatre hair and make-up skills, costume design, roles within a theatre, culminating in a performance housed at the Witte Museum. Students will perform a classical play performed in One-Act style (about a 45-1hour performance). The play will be announced the 2nd week of class with auditions taking place on the third week. After the cast is announced students will begin to take on their roles which will vary from actor to stage hand to costume designer to assistant director. Students will also receive a professional headshot that they may keep and use for future auditions! The class does have a limited enrollment of 25 with a 20 student minimum required for the class to make. Students will be asked to purchase their own black ballet shoes and should show up to class wearing comfortable clothing which they may be allowed to get dirty in! The cost is $250 (cash or check), due on the first day of class, for the entire 20 week course including performance.  Email Crystal Sperber at coco_1984@rocketmail.com for any questions and to reserve your child’s spot!

Come Learn about your New Braunfels utilities

Thursday, January 27th from 10:00 am to noon at McKenna Children's Museum. NBU equipment and demonstrations on site! Water operations and maintenance division video van. what is happening in sever lines beneath our feet every day? Electrical Division Bucket Truck and Mobile transformer. Why and how can we be safe around NBU equipment? Arcing demonstration at 11:00 am. Learn the danger and power of electricity through a live utility line with this exciting, eye-opening program.

Youth Band accepting applications

The Parks and Recreation Department's TAKE NOTE Band is made up of aspiring musicians and vocalists ages 13 to 18 who gain their slots through auditions held once a year. If you have a desire to make a career as a professional musician or singer submit your promotional packet by February 25 at 4:30 p.m. You may bring or mail the packet to Special Programs, Attention: BAND, Ron Darner Headquarters, 5800 Old Highway 90 West, San Antonio, TX 78227. Drop off times are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The packet should 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.

Selected participants will be given the opportunity to audition. Once selected and passing the 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.

http://www.sanantonio.gov/parksandrec/music_classes.aspx

Expanding Your Horizons

February 12, 2011
8:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.
St. Mary's University
Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center
http://www.stmarytx.edu/set/index.php?site=expandingYourHorizons

Registration Is Open! Forms & Instructions Below
Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) is a one-day conference put on by volunteers in the community (primarily women) to promote young girls’ interest in science and mathematics, encouraging them to continue taking science and math courses so that these fields become real alternatives as they are in the process of choosing a career and a degree program in college. This program was put on here in San Antonio from 1985 until 2003. Each year, it attracted between 1200 and 1400 girls from all over south Texas, as well as a couple hundred parents, teachers, and counselors. It was supported by a number of local businesses, including Southwest Research Institute. Faculty, staff, and students from St. Mary's University, the University of Texas at San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake, and the School of Pharmacy at the University of the Incarnate Word volunteered together to run the conference. The program was revived in January 2010, held on the UTSA campus. This initial revival was kept on a smaller scale than in the past, targeting only 6th - 8th grade girls in the immediate San Antonio area. Almost 400 girls attended, and about 75 adults; some coming from as far away as Corpus Christi. 2011 marks the first year that EYH will held on the St. Mary's campus, under the auspices of St. Mary's School of Science, Engineering and Technology.

One of the key components of the conference is the set of hands-on workshops that are led by local women who maintain a career in a field considered “non-traditional” for women. This includes not only the technical and scientific fields of engineering and the natural and physical sciences, but also psychology, law, law enforcement, emergency rescue, etc. The primary goals of the workshops are to allow the girls to learn about non-traditional career paths, see what education is required to enter the field, experience an activity related to the career field, and meet real women who can serve as mentors and role models, showing the girls that it is possible for them to have a career in any field that they wish. The workshop size is kept small, preferably to about 15 girls, so that direct interaction among the girls and with the workshop leader(s) is possible.
Learn more about Expanding Your Horizons on the national website.
Registration for EYH 2011 is open!
There is a $5.00 registration fee per girl which must be included with her completed form.
There is NO registration fee for adults and lunch for adults is NOT included.
Each student / adult must fill out a separate form.
STUDENT FORMS RECEIVED WITHOUT PAYMENT WILL NOT RESERVE STUDENT’S PLACE IN THE CONFERENCE.

GrowingUpWILD

Hello to all you home school families. There is an excellent outdoor learning curriculum for children ages 3 - 7 that is a part of Project WILD. "Growing Up WILD" is filled with resource information, activities, songs, art, music, math and much more! The only way you can get this curriculum is to attend a workshop; Susan Campbell and I are considering offering one on May 6, 2011 from 9:00am - 12:00 noon at Eisenhower Park.Since we know that most of you would need to bring your children, this training will accommodate them - this is a new concept in Project WILD trainings.Although the curriculum is valuable to classroom teachers and other groups, most it can be used intact or adapted to a home school venue. The link below shares Growing Up WILD more effectively than I can -check it out!
http://www.projectwild.org/growingupwild.htm

At this point, we are trying to determine if there is enough interest to conduct this workshop so your response will help us make that decision. If we decide to have the workshop, you will receive a flyer with it's description and instructions regarding registration. We anticipate that there will be a minimal suggested donation per family to help purchase supplies for the workshop - there are a lot of snacks involved and other consumable materials. Looking forward to hearing from you regarding this great learning opportunity,
Peggy

Peggy Spring <Peggy.Spring@sanantonio.gov>

PS This workshop would be open to everyone so share the word with everyone!

Need Judges for Homeschool Speech Tournament

We need adults to volunteer to act as judges for a homeschool speech tournament that will occur Feb. 17-19 in Boerne, Tx. NO experience is needed at all! Judges orientation is provided onsite. We need lots of judges! Judges can be any one - moms, dads etc.
Please contact krgately@gatelylaw.com

New Show for San Antonio Homeschool Theater

New show for San Antonio Homeschool theater offer as well as update on
current offers in other cities. If you order, please email Susan Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com
Theater offers for other cities linked at
http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/events.html

BAA San Antonio
new offer:
Celtic Woman
May 16 and 17 at 7:30pm
Main Floor & Mezzanine $71
Balcony $35
Deadline: May 5

you may continue ordering for:
Disney on Ice
Alamodome
**Easter Week**
Apr 20 7:30pm, 22nd 1:30pm, 24th 3:30pm
VIP $40, All others $12
Apr 21,22 at 7:30pm, Apr 23 at 3pm&7pm
VIP $40, Lower Level $21, $15, $11
Deadline: April 18

Call 210-226-5967 tell them TAFFIE homeschoolers to get the discount

Order online for these shows:
Wicked, West Side Story, Rock of Ages

Wicked only a few days left to order!
Feb 17,27& Mar 5 at 2pm
Feb 20 at 7:30pm
Feb 24 & Mar 1 at 8pm
Prices available on Website
Deadline: January 16

West Side Story
Mar 22 and 23 at 8pm
Mar 27 at 2pm & 7:30PM
Deadline: Feb 1

Rock of Ages
May 10,12, 13 at 8pm
May 14 at 2pm
Deadline: May 2

http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/BroadwaySA.html
Go to: http://www.eventusher.com/
Enter the Password: TaffieSA

BAA Austin
West Side Story, Blue Man Group
http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/Broadwayaustin.html
go to https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?l=EN&t=baaaus&o=38403071&g=676
password is taffieaustin

BAA Houston -
CATS is coming to Hobby Center for multiple showing in April.

http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/Broadway.html
go to https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?l=EN&t=ccethou&o=22639211&g=607
password homeschool

also available
West Side Story, Billy Elliot, Mamma Mia!
for the special daytime showing of Billy Elliot use
go to https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?l=EN&t=ccethou&o=22639211&g=735
password homeschool

For Madagascar Live!
go to https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?l=EN&t=ccethou&o=65286484&g=799
password HoustonVIP

TUTS at Hobby Center Houston
http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/TUTStheater.html
watch for new offers soon at:
http://www.tuts.com/promo
promo code homeschool
rest of season is Billy Elliot, Curtains, Rock of Ages

DSM in Dallas watch for shows at a later date.

Please pass onto other lists and share with homeschoolers, friends and family.

Texas Parks & Wildlife has 6 scholarships for Overnight Campout

It’s that time of year again, to sign up for a fun weekend with Texas Outdoor Family, as part of Texas Parks and Wildlife. I wanted to contact you about an event we have coming up in your area, this month. Looking at what your group is about, it seemed like this may be of interest for someone in your group.

Texas Outdoor Family offers campouts throughout the year, that give families a chance to have a guided campout at a state park. All guides and equipment are provided (except food and a sleeping bag). Tents sleep up to 6 people. There is one coming up at the Estero Llano Grande on January 22 and 23. They have 6 scholarships that they are offering to families.  If you are interested, contact tofsp@tpwd.state.tx.us or call 512-389-8903.  Tell them you want one of the Life's Better Outside Scholarships. First Come. First Serve.  http://beta-www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/texas-outdoor-family-workshops/texas-outdoor-family-estero-llano-grande-state-park-near-brownsville

For more information about Texas Outdoor Family visit our website, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/learning/bof/ . 

San Antonio Martin Luther King Jr., March

Each year, a variety of educational, inspirational and celebratory events honor one of the nation's most revered civil rights leaders. The signature event, the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March, is scheduled for Monday, January 17, 2011. The march will begin at 10 a.m. at the MLK Academy located in the 3500 block of MLK Drive and end at Pittman-Sullivan Park, 1101 Iowa (click this link for march route and info). Once again, it is expected to draw more than 100,000 adults and children. San Antonio hosts one of the largest marches in the United States.

The MLK Commission organizes the march and leads the community effort of various events paying tribute to Dr. King. The wide variety of educational, inspirational and celebratory events, take place at locations across the city.

Art Time for Homeschoolers ages 6-12

The Art Time program develops creative thinking through Art.  Each class includes a warm-up exercise and an art project using variety of materials such as paint, foil, wax, watercolors, oil/dry pastels, clay and much, much more……

• Hobby Lobby Bitters, Thursdays, 12 weeks, Beg. Feb. 24, 11:00am-12:15pm
• Hobby Lobby Stone Oak, Fridays, 12 weeks, Beg. Feb.18, 11:45am-1:00pm

Tuition fee $99 Supply fee $39(due at registration. Family Discounts.
You must pre-register by e-mailing arttimeparty@yahoo.com (preferred method) or call 830-481-7378

ENNACT Elective Classes Informational Meeting

Looking for elective classes to supplement your home school?   ENAACT Family Academy, a home school co-op and ministry of Tree of Life Church is accepting elective students for the Spring 2011 semester.  Classes include Drama, P.E. Spanish, Art,  Private music lessons, Karate, Self-defense, American Girls, Spelling/Vocabulary, African Safari, Magic School Bus,  Prayer Walking (for moms),  and many more.
 
Consider this an invitation to attend our final Informational  Meeting for the upcoming semester  Monday, Jan. 10, 2011 at 2:00 at Tree of Life Church (exit 182 off I-35 in New Braunfels).  For more information about our unique home school program, visit our web site at www.enaact.org.  To RSVP for childcare, call our office at 830-626-0320.

FREE  Homeschool P.E. Classes

Location: Enrique Barrera Community Center                
5800 Old Hwy 90                
Ph# 207-3221  
Days and Times  
Tuesdays    12:00 -1:00  for 7 yr olds to 12 yr olds  
Thursdays    12:00 - 1:00 for 4 yr olds to 6 yr olds  
A workout facility is available for adults and kids 13 yrs and older.  Please inquire at the Center for workout facility details. A separate play room is available for parents to wait with younger kids that are not participating in the class. *Parents are required to stay on site during classes.

Life Long Learners Language Arts Tutoring

Christine Bartolomeo, MS
210-792-2266
root2success@aol.com
Schooling from the Heart

• Together we will create a life long learning environment for your home learner.
• Designing the most effective and meaningful Language Arts/Reading program for your home learner.
• Fostering learning through proven effective strategies and techniques that are designed to specifically meet the needs of your learner.
• Organizing short and long term goals for each learner.
• Guidance with record keeping daily routines and specilized curriculum design.

San Antonio Wave Swim Team Homeschool Workouts

Home school workouts are at Alamo Heights High School on M/W/F from 1:30 -2:45. Differing skill levels are welcome. We do ask that a tryout be scheduled by calling (210) 867- 9612 or email headcoach@sawave.org. More information about the team and downloading proper forms to join can be obtained at www.sawave.org. Competitions are not required but will be encouraged to attend.

Infinity Christian Academy Open House/Learning Fair

You are invited!
What:   Open House/Learning Fair
When:  Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 9:30am
Where: Leon Springs Presbyterian Church, 23943 IH-10 West
Come and see what Infinity Christian Academy  is all about!  Let us help you in your homeschooling endeavor.
                        Lesson Plans Provided
                        Professional Educators
                        Academic Rigor
                        Learning Style/Project Approach
                        Nurturing Environment
                        Tuesday/Thursday Classes
                        Grades K – 6th
Call 210-792-2373 for more information.
www.InfinityChristianAcademy.com

Spring Semester Schedule for the Tuesday School for the Performing Arts

Tuesday School for the Performing Arts begins its Spring term on January 11th, 2011.  A show is now included with tuition.   Acting students will perform in the end of semester production, "View from the Pew."  Musical Theatre students will perform in a musical review at the end of the semester.   These classes are offered with special discounts for homeschooling families.

School begins at 9AM and finishes at 4PM.  Students taking more than one class will receive 10% off of their monthly tuition in addition to the discount mentioned above.  Four areas of focus are offered:

• 9 – 10:30      Acting for Film & Television
• 10:30 – 12    Acting for Stage
• 1 – 2:30        Dance for Musical Theatre (Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary)
• 2:30 – 4         Musical Theatre/Voice

For students whose schedules don’t permit Tuesday classes, PASA offers other afternoon an evening classes. Weekend intensives are available and notices will be sent posted in PASA and on the website.  Afterschool and evening classes will also participate in end-of-semester performances.
Tuesday School for the Performing Arts is the only performing arts programs designed for the home school community and taught by industry accomplished professional teachers. These classes are offered with special discounts for homeschooling families.  

Vaughn Taylor and Paul Tinder, husband and wife, were original founders of the first Christian Theatre company in Hollywood, The Actors Co-Op. Besides starring on the Focus on the Family series “McGee & Me” and CBN’s “Another Life” they have starred on over 600 national network television shows, numerous feature films and over 400 national commercials. Their feature film, The Long Ride Home, was not only distributed by Lions Gate Films but was also featured by Family Christian Stores and Lifeway.

For more information, please visit the Tuesday School page at http://performingartssa.org/class-registration/acting-classes-san-antonio/tuesday-school-for-the-performing-arts/

Come join the Hill Country Homeschooled Scouts (HCHSS)!

HCHSS offers Cub Scouts for boys ages 6-11 and Girl Scouts for girls ages 5 and up.  We meet at Beefy's (North of San Antonio off 281) the 1'st and 3'rd Tuesdays of every month from 2:00-3:30.  In addition we offer a monthly field trip opportunity and many family camping opportunities as a group.  For more information, please call Michelle Vequist at 210-865-5999 or e-mail at miamid13@yahoo.com .

P.E. for Homeschoolers in New Braunfels

Capture the flag, '500', and a number of other activities will be
incorporated into this class. This unique physical education program
will engage the participants in drills that involve fun and fitness.
Ages: 5-10 Fee: $30 Location: Landa Rec. Center
Tuesday Feb 1–22 11-11:45am
April 5–26
May 10–31
SPECIAL! Register three, get the fourth one free!!

BY PHONE or IN PERSON
Using VISA, MasterCard or Discover
Landa Park Administration
110 Golf Course Rd.
830-221-4350 M-F 8am-5pm
or
Landa Recreation Center
164 Landa Park Dr.
830-221-4370 M-F 8am-6pm & Sat 8-noon

Spurs Youth Basketball League Registration

Youth, ages 5 to 16, are invited to stay active and fit by shooting hoops in the Spurs Youth Basketball League. Registration is currently underway at 14 Parks and Recreation Department Community Centers and league play officially begins the week of Jan. 31. The fee of $6 per child includes a jersey. Parents are asked to call the Community Center’s to confirm which age divisions they are hosting and then visit the center to fill out the registration form and pay the fee. Hours at the Community Centers are Monday through Thursday, 2 to 9 p.m., Friday, 2 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participating Community Centers include: Copernicus 5003 Lord Road 648-1072 Cuellar 5626 San Fernando 436-0908 Dawson 2500 E. Commerce 227-1627 Father Roman 11030 Ruidosa 627-2138 Garza 5627 Mira Vista 435-6806 Hamilton 10700 Nacogdoches 654-7749 Melendrez 1240 Pinn Road 674-0820 Miller’s Pond 5909 W. Commerce 623-2900 Palm Heights 1201 W. Malone 922-1034 Ramirez 1011 Gillette 921-0681 San Juan 2307 Calaveras 225-5410 South Side Lions 3100 Hiawatha 532-1502 Ward 435 E. Sunshine 732-2481 Yates 528 Rasa 673-1152

Homeschool High School Baseball Team Meeting

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL TEAM MEETING:  Jan 10, 2010 at 7 PM - Crystal Sea Drama Co. (site is tentative - still waiting on confirmation). The Wolverines are looking for high school aged players for the Spring 2011 baseball season.  If you are a homeschooled baseball player and want to compete on a varsity or JV level team, please contact us to arrange for information regarding the team. Contact me at sasoefje@sahomeschoolbaseball.org if you have questions.

The Spring 2011 Schedule has been posted.  This schedule has games that have been confirmed and potential practice times.  The practice dates are subject to change based upon availability of practice facilities.  San Antonio Homeschool Wolverines Baseball Website

Pecos Bill

Get ready for a rootin’, tootin’, Texican spectacular adventure as we follow the legendary cowboy from his early beginnings (raised by coyotes) to becoming the first and greatest cowboy in Texas history. We’ll meet Bill’s pals, Frypan and Slue-foot Sue. We’ll see Bill create the Gulf of Mexico, the Grand Canyon, and lead the first trail drive. We’ll watch as Bill tames Widowmaker, the wildest horse north (south, east, and west) of the Rio Grande. You’ll love this Magik Theatre original as we take a wild and crazy trip through Texas history.
Magik Theatre
January 7 - February 3, 2011
Location: 420 S. Alamo
Times: Tuesday – Friday 9:45 am & 11:30 am; Friday at 7 pm & Saturdays at 2 pm

Children's Vegetable Garden

When: FEBRUARY 19 thru JUNE 4
For whom: Children 8-13 in age
What time: 16 Saturday’s from 9:00-11:00 am
at times possibly till noon
About The Program:
Texas AgriLife Extension Service provides an opportunity for children 8-13 in age to learn about gardening by growing their own vegetables through the mentoring of Bexar County Master Gardener volunteers. Each child is allotted a 4’x 28’ plot at the beautiful San Antonio Botanical Garden. Children will have fun growing different types of seeds, herbs, vegetables, and ornamental annual flowers. Weekly educational gardening presentations will stimulate these young minds. The children will also participate in fun, hands-on Junior Master Gardener activities.
In order to gain the most from the learning experience and to help ensure successful growing, participants are required to attend all sessions (two absences are allowed). Families are welcome to share the gardening experience with their child(ren); however, parents should remember that this is the child’s plot and learning experience.
How to Apply:
Legibly complete the attached application and submit it to the San Antonio Botanical Garden no later than Monday, February 7, 2011.
Space is limited, so apply early. The submission of an application does not necessarily confirm acceptance into the program. http://www.sabot.org

Little League Player Registration

All San Antonio Little Leagues will begin registering players, boys and girls, for the 2011 Little League Baseball and Softball Season in January, 2011.  All Little Leagues will be registering players on Saturday, January 8th and Saturday, January 15th from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm.  Note:  Some Little Leagues will be holding additional Registration dates, so please check their website for additional information. 
If you are new to the area or somehow did not get the information about Little League Registration and do not know which Little League Program serves your area, please contact the District 19 Little League office at 210-579-0666 between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday or you may direct your inquiry via e-mail to txdistrict19@satx.rr.com (Please provide your residence address).  The District Office can direct you to the correct Little League Program once you give them your current residence address.  http://www.salittleleague.org/registration.htm

Free Family Program: Kids Birding 101

Great program for kids to learn about bird identification and habitat. We'll learn how to use binoculars and take a hike to see which birds we can identify!
Saturday, 1/29/11 9 am to 11 am
Free, but space is limited, RSVP is required. For more information or to RSVP, email: mlac@audubon.org

San Antonio Rampage Cool School Student Education Day

Update: We have nearly 5,000 students committed to coming! This is really exciting, but also limits our inventory. We are opening the upper level and selling those tickets for only $5

Don’t miss out on this unique educational opportunity for your students! The San Antonio Rampage hockey team presents the first annual Cool School Student Education Day on January 26, 2011. The game will start at 10:30 am as the San Antonio Rampage take on the Abbotsford Heat. Students will be provided with an educational workbook to create an interactive learning environment! Trivia and facts will be displayed on the big screen throughout the game for students to follow along! Tickets are $8 per person with an additional $2 lunch option. The healthy lunch will consist of a hot dog, apple and water. Please contact Britni Henderson at 210-444-5803 or BHenderson@attcenter.com for more information!

Homeschool Theater Discounts

For Homeschool theater discounts new shows have been added and are either currently available or will be offered. If you order please email Susan Frederick at sjf@jsoft.com and let me know which show and how many tickets you ordered. That helps us keep track of it are meeting group min.
 
For San Antonio
 
Rock of Ages is now available for orders.
You can also order now for Legally Blonde, Wicked, West Side Story http://www.jsoft.com/archive/taffie/BroadwaySA.html
go to
http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/groupsales
and enter your special password:
taffiesa
Disney on Ice Toy Story 3 at the Alamodome For Alamodome events, call our group rep Sherrie Villani at
(210)226-5967 and tell her you want the Taffie homeschool discount and she will give that to you on your order.

Because of the diversity of the homeschool community, it is often hard to decide if a show is right for your family, so be sure to research each show to see if it's a good fit.
 
One of our rep sent a link to an article that discusses picking shows http://leisureblogs.chicagotribune.com/the_theater_loop/2010/09/chorus-line-ok-kids-lion-king.html
 
Feel free to cross-post and share with homeschoolers, friends and family.

SAT Prep Class

Comprehensive Mathematics and English course to help high school students prepare for the January SAT test.
When:
Saturdays in January 2010
January 8, 2011         9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
January 15, 2011              9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Where:
Crystal Sea Drama Company
8414 Speedway
San Antonio, TX 78230
How:
To register for the classes, or for more information, call:
Pauline Bauml
210-287-1898
 
Cost for the course is $150.00, payable by check or money order.  Mail to:
Pauline Bauml
9130 Oak Downs
San Antonio, TX 78230

San Antonio Homeschool Baseball

The Spring 2011 Schedule has been posted http://www.sahomeschoolbaseball.org/.  This schedule has games that have been confirmed and potential practice times.  The practice dates are subject to change based upon availability of practice facilities.

The Wolverines are looking for high school aged players for the Spring 2011 baseball season.  If you are a homeschooled baseball player and want to compete on a varsity or JV level team, please contact us to arrange for information regarding the team.
Contact Scott Soefje at sasoefje@sahomeschoolbaseball.org if you have questions.

Winter Holiday Camps

Holiday-themed arts and crafts and games will be offered to youth, 6 to 14, at 14 San Antonio city community centers. 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. $2 per participant per day. Participants are asked to bring their own lunch, drink and snack. 207-3000. Dec. 20- 23 and 27-31

Scholastic Warehouse Sale

Scholastic Book Fairs
Fri., 12/03/2010 - Sat., 12/18/2010
Weekdays : 9 AM - 7 PM
Saturdays : 9 AM - 5 PM
Please Post in Your Teacher's Lounge
All School Employees Welcome!
5925 Tri-County Parkway
Schertz, TX 78154
(800) 633-4270

Up to 80% off! THIS IS A BUILD-A-BOX LOCATION. From IH-35, take Roy Richard (FM 3009). South on access road to Tri County Pkwy. Turn right at Starbucks. 2nd left and drive between buildings to south side. Suite 160.

To register for a sale, click "Sign Up" at the website and complete the new, easy to follow registration process. When you complete your registration, you will receive a Fast-Cart Pass, which allows you to bypass the sign-in line at the sale, and a valuable coupon. One day before the sale begins, we'll send you an email reminder. Warehouse Sales are exclusively for school employees, school district personnel, homeschoolers, and Book Fair chairpeople / volunteers.

http://www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/events/warehouse/states.asp?st_abbrev=TX

Walking with Texans: On the Indian Trail

January 14, 2011
10 a.m. – noon

An interactive session exploring the life ways of Texas Indians. You will learn about the different types of shelters used by Texas Indians (adobe, tipi, grass hut), and experience erecting a real size tipi with the help of our expert, C. B. "Hoppy" Hopkins, who worked and lived in a tipi for two years.

Price, per session:
Nonmembers $20 per student and one accompanying adult per class Members $18 per student and one accompanying adult per class
Registration fees are non-refundable and include the museum admission cost
Register: Print Registration Form

Contact
Olga Paolucci, educational specialist
(210) 458-2122
Olga.Paolucci@utsa.edu

Google Science Fair

On the 11 January 2011   Google is launching the inaugural Google Science Fair. We have partnered with NASA, CERN, National Geographic, Scientific American and the LEGO Group to create a new STEM competition which is more open, accessible and global than ever before. We wanted to reach out to educators prior to launch to let them   know “the Google Science Fair is coming” and to extend an invitation to schools and   teachers to get involved early in what we hope will be a large global initiative. 

The Google Science Fair is a global competition that any student aged 13 -18 from around the world is eligible to enter. Students can enter as individuals  or teams of up to 3. There is no entry fee and registration and submission  will happen online. The deadline for submissions will be the 4 April 2011.  The Science Fair will culminate in a “once in a life time” celebratory event  at Google headquarters in California in July 2011 where finalists will compete  for internships, scholarships and prizes in front of a panel of celebrity scientist  judges including Nobel Laureates and household names.
We want to celebrate and champion great young scientific talent and give students from around the world the opportunity to compete for amazing experiences, prizes, scholarships and internships.

We hope you are as excited about this upcoming competition  as we are are! To sign up for fun and free resource kits for your classroom  or school (Google bookmarks, stickers, posters and more!) please visit the   Global Science Fair: google.com/sciencefair

Lone Star Leadership Academy

Education in Action is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in the D/FW area that offers the Lone Star Leadership Academy, a weeklong, residential, leadership development opportunity for outstanding Texas 4th-8th graders.  Programs take place during spring break and throughout the summer. Programs are open to home, private, and public school students and all have participated in past programs.

Lone Star Leadership Academy programs are Monday-Friday, experiential learning, leadership development programs in the Dallas/Fort Worth (4th-6th graders), Austin (5th-7th graders), and Houston/Galveston (6th-8th graders) areas. Participants from across the state travel to these program locations to experience historically, politically, and environmentally significant Texas sites with a focus on leadership throughout. Because of the academic nature of the program, all facilitators are Texas educators. Programs include leadership groups where students participate in simulations and leadership activities. In addition, career speakers introduce participants to a wide variety of unique career opportunities. In order to qualify for the program, students must maintain an 85 or higher average and receive a recommendation based on demonstrated leadership ability. An informational video about the programs and program applications are available at www.educationinaction.org. Students that apply for 2011 spring break and summer programs by December 31, 2010 receive a $20 fall discount off the program fee. Spring Break Program Deadlines: January 22, 2011 (early); February 19, 2011 (final). Summer Program Deadlines: April 9, 2011 (early); May 7, 2011 (final). Contact: Ashley Barnes, Admissions Director, at 817-562-4957 or abarnes@educationinaction.org.

Program details and answers to frequently asked questions are provided in the attached document.

“Our daughter had a WONDERFUL time at the Austin Lone Star Leadership Academy! She hasn’t stopped talking about all the wonderful excursions the group took and all that she learned! What a GREAT way to learn about Texas history! She attended D/FW last year and she can’t wait to go to the Houston/Galveston program next year! Thank you again for this excellent organization!” - Participant’s Parent

“The program truly helped me to grow – not only as a leader, but also as a person. After completing three years of camp, I really feel qualified to go out and make a difference.” - Participant

“My son was so excited when I picked him up. He couldn’t stop talking about all the fun and exciting things he got to do. He can’t wait to go back next year. He loves to learn so this was just perfect for him.” - Participant’s Parent

Thank you for considering making information about this leadership development opportunity available to the students and parents in your group.  We look forward to the possibility of working with students from your group during 2011 Lone Star Leadership Academy programs.  Please contact me with any questions.

Thank you,
Monica Hayes
Educational Outreach Director

"Fostering educated and involved Texans"
www.educationinaction.org
P.O. Box 2285, Keller, TX 76244
817-562-4957, ext. 107
Fax 817-562-2058

Announcing New Online Discussion Group

By popular demand, Touchstones announces an Online Discussion Program for home school students grades 6-8.  Give your child the chance to enter lively and engaging discussions with peers about the foundational constructs of a civil society, such as justice, truth, equality, compassion, and  respect. 

Through short texts from classical and contemporary sources and proven Touchstones' discussions methods, participants will learn to articulate their ideas, listen actively to others, think critically, and appreciate the value of diverse perspectives. All sessions are facilitated by a trained Touchstones Discussion Leader who understands how to moderate and encourage students in authentic shared exploration and inquiry. Registration ends December 15, 2010.

Online Discussion Group Details
Your registration fee of $275 covers all costs and provides your child with a copy of Touchstones Vol. C Student Edition, related worksheets and individual work assignments, and weekly access to the Touchstones' virtual discussion forum. Hour-long discussion sessions run weekly on Tuesdays at 1 PM EST. from January 18th until March 22nd for a total of 10 sessions.
Registration is limited to 12 students.
http://www.touchstones.org/Articles.asp?ID=202
Enroll Now

11th Annual Archaeology Fair

The Archaeological Institute of America is pleased to announce that it will be holding its 11th Annual Archaeology Fair at the Witte Museum in San Antonio this January. The fair is a great opportunity to educate students and parents alike concerning the many aspects of archaeology. Students can also participate in hands-on activities and learn more about cultures and science in the archaeological world.
 
What: The Archaeology Fair
 
When: Friday, January 7, 2011 from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
            Saturday, January 8, 2011 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
 
Where: Witte Museum
3801 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209

The Witte Museum is also pleased to announce that teachers can earn CPE credits if they attend this fair on Saturday. For more information, please contact the Witte Museum. If you would like to learn more, please see the attached flyer. For more information on the AIA visit our website at http://archaeological.org/events/fairs. To learn more about the Witte Museum please visit www.wittemuseum.org.
 
To book your field trip reservation at the Witte Museum, please contact Janet Garza at 210-357-1913 or Shirley Bowzer at 210-357-1911 today!

Gifted at Home

The Gifted at Home group has re-formed, it is online:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/giftedathome/
 
It is meant to provide support for the unique needs of children who are intellectually gifted, whose needs are not being met in traditional school settings. Participants are home-schoolers, or parents considering homeschooling in the greater San Antonio area.
 
Members of the group have children who have been identified as gifted by objective criteria, WISC-IV, WIPSII, Stanford achievement test, Stanford Binet, Weschler, cogAT, etc. 

National History Day

SA-HERO will be sponsoring a National History Day competition for homeschoolers. The competition will take place Tuesday, February 1st. If you are planning to complete you must email the following registration information to mskretzschmar@gmail.com by Monday, January 17th:

Student's Name
Grade
Category
Project Title
Parent Name
Parent Phone Number
Parent Email

 National History Day (NHD) is open to students in sixth grade and above. Students prepare a project on the annual theme which this year is “Debate & Diplomacy: Successes, Failures, Consequences.” The great thing about NHD is the flexibility in the ways you can compete. Your submission can be a paper, exhibit, documentary, website, or performance.  Students can enter as individuals or as a group of up to five students except for the paper category.
 
My son has been competing in NHD for the last three years and I can tell you homeschoolers are welcomed. Visit www.nhd.org for more information on possible topics and competition rules. You can email me any questions you have about the competition. If there is enough interest, I will hold a general information session or if you have a homeschool group, I will come and discuss the competition. Please email at mskretzschmar@gmail.com if you are interested.

Afternoon Zoo Homeschool Classes Opened!

  I just wanted to send out a quick e-mail to let all of you know that we have opened up afternoon classes for the home school families. Our morning classes maxed out and there was still a demand for the class, so we will offer the same exact class, just in the afternoon.   On the registration page, the classes are specifically designated as AM or PM classes. Morning classes are held from 9:30am until 11:30am. Afternoon classes are from 1:30pm until 3:30pm. Both are held in the Education Center.   October 20th - Dry Deserts November 17 - Fabulous Felines December 15 - Exploring Oceans January 12 - Beautiful Birds February 16 - "Monkey-ing" around (primates)   Please let me know if you are no longer interested in receiving e-mails from the Zoo regarding home school classes. We respect your privacy.   Until next time...stay WILD!  
Lana Reynolds
Education Coordinator - Schools
San Antonio Zoological Society
3903 N St. Mary's Street
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 734-7184  X1504
(210) 734-6989  Fax
www.sazoo-aq.org
LReynolds@sazoo-aq.org

Trust in Learning 2011 Conference 

The Trust in Learning 2011 Conference is about how to be a homeschooling family. Instead of talking about different homeschooling methods, our speakers will give you insight and tools to help your family have the conversations that will guide you to the right educational choices for your family.

Our goal is to inspire stronger relationships, a greater clarity of purpose, a deeper trust in our choices, and ultimately the ability to enjoy life together more. Our speakers are Mary Hood of Association of Relaxed Christian Homes Educators, Kathy Wilson of Restitution Parenting, and Dr. Peter Gray of Boston College and Freedom to Learn at Psychology Today.

Friday, Feb 11th to Saturday, Feb 12th
Shenandoah Baptist Church
3003 Blue Ridge Dr.
Cedar Park, TX 78613

http://www.trustinlearning.info