Wonders of Science Summer Camps

From Steve Holst:

Wonders of Science Summer Camps
We will be running two science camps the week of July 20-24th this summer at the Madrone Trail Charter School.  The morning camp is for younger students, and the afternoon camp for older students.  

If you know of anyone, or a group to pass these flyers along to that would be great. The webpage is ready for registrations at www.livingwatershomeschoolcourses.com
Thanks!  We would also appreciate your prayers that children's hearts would grow closer to God as their Creator through these camps.

Steve

CAMP FLYERS
·Wonders of Science Camp 1 flyer
·Wonders of Science Camp 2 flyer

Classical Conversations Challenge B

From Nicie Phillips:

Informational Meeting:

This past year I served as an Essentials tutor for Classical Conversations (CC). I thoroughly enjoyed it and am now going on to be a Director for Challenge B at the Neighborhood Church CC campus in Medford on Stewart Avenue. The Challenge B program is for students  ages 13-15 who are interested in a classical education in a learning environment filled with hard times and fun work- I mean fun times and hard work....

If you have a student who is interested in Challenge B or know of someone who would like to explore options, I am having an informational meeting at the Starbucks downtown Medford on April 7th at 6:00 pm.  I would love to share more about the Challenge program and Classical Conversations for all ages. 

Nicie Phillips

541-664-3234

Classical Conversations Challenge A

From Emily Iboa (please contact her for the mentioned forms!):

Hello!

I have had the privilege of homeschooling my children for the past eight years, and been involved in Classical Conversations for the past six years. During that time, I have learned so much about the classical model through my experience tutoring both the Foundations and Essentials classes. My family and I have been blessed to be a part of a wonderful community, and treasure the friendships we have formed through CC. This next year, I am excited to be directing the Challenge A program at Cornerstone Church in Medford. This is a program for students who are at least 12 years old by September 1st. I am currently accepting registration fees and forms, and have attached the forms to this email. The $125 fee will hold your child's place for next year.

If you have any questions, or need more information, feel free to contact me: (541) 951-1217, or emily1715@hotmail.com.

May the Lord bless you!

Emily Iboa

Kids' Nature programs [Williams/GP]

Winter's Wonderland kids nature programs

A weekly Saturday program will be offered at Pacifica community center and botanical sanctuary in the Williams/Provolt area. Kids age 6-12 can spend Saturdays outside, engaging with the winter landscape and learning about the cycles and patterns in nature and how they relate to our everyday lives. A rotating collective of skilled and fun-loving local instructors will provide meaningful mentorship and guidance. Saturdays in February (7, 14, 21, 28th) 10am-3pm cost is $30 weekly, siblings discounted optional 9 am drop off with notice for $5 additional weekly fee Kids will be asked to bring a bag lunch and snacks, a water bottle, raingear, extra socks, waterproof shoes Explorations include: -nature awareness games and exercises -nature observation, tracking, birds and wildlife, winter botany -survival skills like friction fire and primitive shelter -creative play in nature, fairy houses -songs and storytelling for earth wisdom -community and interpersonal relationships, deep listening Nature connected kids grow into nature connected communities! CONTACT: peg@pacificagarden.org 541-660-4295 for more information to register

Homeschool Ballroom Dance Class [MEDFORD]

Homeschool Ballroom Dance Class 

Our ballroom dance class is in need of boy dancers from the age of 8 to 13 years old. We meet at the Evergreen Ballroom in Central Point, Wednesdays from 2pm - 3pm. Spring session runs February 18th – May 29th. (10 Weeks) Family dance performance will be held on May 2nd. It’s great fun. Contact DeeAnn at (626) 589-0844 or e-mail ballroom@toddmail.us.

Homeschool Swim!

Cascade Community Pool in White City has added Homeschool Open Swim to their schedule for Thursdays, starting on September 18th, 1-3 pm. Children are $1.50, parents can watch for FREE or swim for an additional fee.

Announcement from Shoestring Productions

Greetings from Shoestrings,               With summer quickly coming to a end, and September approaching us faster and faster, this brings a wealth of changes: The weather gets cooler, school starts back up, and a new year of drama begins. With the new drama year there also comes with it, new changes. This letter is to inform everyone on the changes that are taking place here at Shoestrings.               The biggest change that is taking place is that the former director Jeannie, is stepping down as director. She will still be a part of Shoestrings as a consultant, and as an overall volunteer. The new director will be Stephen Camden along with his wife Ashley, who has been involved in Shoestrings for more than fifteen years. Over the past few years he has been assistant director to Jeannie as well as the technical director. This leads into the next biggest change, there will be NO fall production this term. As the new director of Shoestrings, Stephen wants to change things up a bit and focus on other parts of theater and not just acting. This fall term will consist of class time every week, where each week we will focus on different parts of theater. Everything from acting, sound and lighting, set design, as well as script writing and analysis. There will also be take home projects and homework. In the spring there will be a production so that the kids can put everything they have learned into practice, and put on a great production. Because there will be no production fall term there will not be a opportunity to sell ads. This brings us to the last change here at Shoestrings, the cost of tuition. We have new expenses that we have not had in the past. The newest would be the cost of storage and insurance. In the past we have had our storage paid for, but that is no longer the case. The new tuition for this term will be $190, with a shrinking rate for each child after the first. This cost will cover storage and all other overhead expenses we have. Payment arrangements can be made. The last change that will be taking place is that we will require a parent or family member of a student to be there every week and stay for the whole duration of class. There will be a sign up sheet on the first day of drama that you can sign up for any date you would like. Also all parents are always welcome to stay every week. If a parent is not signed up for a certain date, drama will not be happening on that day.   All parents, of both new and old students, are required to attend the first meeting on the ninth. This is a oration day, where will go over all changes in more detail, as well as answer any questions you might have. After orientation feel free to stay as the students play theater games and get to know each other.   Drama will be starting on Tuesday instead of Thursday, beginning September 9th at 1:30pm to 4:30pm every Tuesday at West Main Church. We hope to see you all there.   If you would like more info please feel free to contact Stephen at:   Cell: 541-621-0148   Email: shoestring_theatrical_troupe@yahoo.com  

Ballroom dancing

From DeeAnn Todd:

Homeschool Friends,
Our ballroom dance class has room for a few more dancers. If you have a student between the ages of 9 and 17 who would be interested in joining us please contact me immediately.  We meet at the Evergreen Ballroom in Central Point on Wednesdays, 2pm for 8 to 12 year olds, and 3:00pm for 13 to 17 year olds. The cost is $85 (for 11 weeks); we begin on September 10th and culminate with a dance performance on November 15th.  It’s great fun and they learn a lot. These are beginner classes so no dance experience is necessary.

Call DeeAnn at (626) 589-0844 or e-mail ballroom@toddmail.us for more information.
DeeAnn

Science Camp! [Grants Pass]

SCIENCE CAMPS! Spaces still available

God is glorified when we make much of His creative works! Come join us for a week of exploring His wonders!

We have some openings for Science camp 1 (ages 5-13) and also a few openings for Science camp 2 (ages 10-15).

Grants Pass camps are 7/21-25 at Faith Presbyterian Church. Camp 1 is from 9-12 pm daily, and Camp 2 is from 1-4 pm daily.

You can check out more details and register at www.livingwatershomeschoolcourses.com

"The camp was a wonderful experience for my daughter. Each day she came home raving about the experiments, and how much she learned. She especially enjoyed the fact that you set something on fire or blew something up each day, and loved making a pickle glow. There wasn't anything she would change! Thanks again for a wonderful experience!" Emily Iboa

SCIENCE CAMPS! Spaces still available

SPACES AVAILABLE IN SCIENCE CAMPS!

God is glorified when we make much of His creative works! Come join us for a week of exploring His wonders!

We have 5 more openings for Science camp 1 (ages 5-13) and 8 more openings for Science camp 2 (ages 10-15).

The Medford Camps are 6/16-20 at the Madrone Trail Charter School. Grants Pass camps are 7/21-25 at Faith Presbyterian Church. (Both locations will feature Camps 1 & 2. Camp 1 is from 9-12 pm daily, and Camp 2 is from 1-4 pm daily.)
You can check out more details at www.livingwatershomeschoolcourses.com

"The camp was a wonderful experience for my daughter. Each day she came home raving about the experiments, and how much she learned. She especially enjoyed the fact that you set something on fire or blew something up each day, and loved making a pickle glow. There wasn't anything she would change! Thanks again for a wonderful experience!" Emily Iboa

Summer Reading Boot Camp [GP]

From Ellery Garrison:

Want to advance those reading skills this Summer? Sign up today for Summer Reading Boot Camp with a certified Reading Specialist.

For more information visit:
http://www.learningcollectively.com/p/2014-summer.html?m=1

Summer Science with Steve Holst!

Wonders of Science Summer Camps

 We had such a great time last year with a camp for 6-13 year olds that we are adding a camp for older students, or for those who are ready for more challenging labs, yet still with tons of fun demonstrations.  

Science Camp 1 is much of the same material we covered last year - Polymers, Density, Atomic Structure and Chemistry, Air Pressure/Flight and Rockets.  

Science Camp 2 (ages 10-15)  will have topics such as Chemistry, Geology, Biology, Light/Electricity and Magnetism, and Physics.  Our last day will be spent assembling and then firing off C-engine rockets.  

Each camp is filled with exciting  demonstrations and hands-on science. 

The location will again be Madrone Trail Charter School on Ross Lane in Medford for the week of June 16 - 20th.   If there is enough interest in Grants Pass we would love to do a camp there sometime in July, but right now are not planning on it.  You can find more info at the website -www.livingwatershomeschoolcourses.com

Our goal with the camps is to light a fire in the hearts of children to delight in studying God's creation.  Let me know if you have any questions. 
Steve Holst
sa7holst@gmail.com

2 New Classes at Think Tank Kids

From Michelle Hennes at Think Tank Kids:

We are adding 2 new classes at Think Tank Kids:

- Boys Gymnastics Thursdays 3:30-4:30

    Boys build strength and flexibility in order to progress through Beginning to Advanced recreational gymnastics. All programs and skill charts are designed by Think Tank Kids and cover all the skills necessary to build a strong foundation.

- Moms Tumbling Mondays 4:15-5:30

    No you're not too old and it's OK if you haven't done a cartwheel since grade school or have never even done a cartwheel! Any level welcome everyone works at their own pace. Come try the class for free!

 

Michelle Hennes
www.thinktankkidsonline.com

[JCHE] Oceanography Classes & Outdoor School

IMPORTANT NEWS FROM JCHE:

JACKSON COUNTY HOME EDUCATORS
OCEANOGRAPHY CLASSES AND OUTDOOR SCHOOL

K-12 students and parents are invited to join in the Oceanography Adventure.  This experience is in two parts: two classroom teaching indoor days and three Outdoor Adventure Days.  Parents are required to attend both sections with their children.  Your K-4th grade children will need parent help and supervision during both sections.  Parents of 5-12th graders need to attend the classes and outdoor school and help monitor. 

 Section 1,classroom teaching days, will focus on ocean zones, aquatic life, classifying, tides, wave action, currents and the ocean floor.  Teaching activities will engage the kinesthetic, auditory and visual learner. Cost for the pre-teaching classes are: JCHE newsletter subscribers (members) $5.00 per family. Cost for non members is $10.00 per family. Each student will need to provide a three ring binder.  Families may be asked to donate some resources.  Class structure, groups and age divisions per class will be determined after registration is completed.  

Place: West Main Church of Christ, Medford

Date: Thursday, Friday, May 22, 23, 2014

Time: Thursday, 9:00-9:30 am check in ----2:30 pm 

           Friday, 9:30 am---2:30 pm

           Noon--12:45 pm lunch break, bring your own

           2:30 pm...clean up

Section 2, Outdoor School Adventure at the Northern California Coast   

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, May 29, 30, 31

These activities are paid for by each family as we arrive at each destination so no pre-payment is needed for the Outdoor School Adventure. 

Schedule:  Thursday, May 29 

               1.   10:45 am, Ocean World Aquarium,  Crescent City, CA

                  Price: (group of 20 or more) $4.00 K-5th $6.00 6th-adult  Cash payment

               ----   On your own lunch  Sack lunch it at Battery Point weather permitting

                2.  3:00 pm , Patrick's Point State Park, Trinidad, CA,  

                 Guided Natural History Geology Hike with a Ranger,   Price, Free!

                3. Free time 

               

                   

                 Friday, May 30 

               1.  7:45 am , Patrick's Point State Park, Trinidad, CA,(waived entry fee)

                   Guided tide pooling adventure with a BLM Interpretive Specialist, Price, free!

               ----On your own lunch  Sack lunch it at the Park weather permitting 

               2.  1:00 pm , Dunes Discovery,  Humboldt Coastal Nature Center,Manilla (Arcata), CA, 

                   Guided by volunteer of non-profit organization, Friends of the Dunes,

                    Price:  $4:00 per student , I think parents are free of charge,  Cash payment

                 *Dunes Discovery will end at the beach.*

                3.  Free time

                Saturday, May 31

                1.  7:45 am, Humboldt State University Marine Science Lab, Trinidad, CA

                 Guided fun with a graduate Marine Naturalist     Cash payments 

                  ----tide pooling adventure, price: Flat rate, $20.00 per group (max 20 people)

                  ----microscope lab of sea creatures, price: Flat rate, $20.00 per group (max 20)

                  ----class lesson about ecosystems, price: Flat rate, $20.00 per group (max 20)

                  ----Tour of HSU Marine Lab and touch tank, price: $2.00  per student, parent free!

             Groups that exceed 20 people will be divided into 2 groups.  

             This visit will possibly go through lunch.  Bring a sack lunch. 

                2.  Free time....explore Trinidad, light house, museum, beach....return to Medford

REGISTRATION:

Send a check written to JCHE to Laura Hreha, 2030 Melody Lane, Medford, Oregon, 97504.

Add a note indicating all names and grades of children and name of parent attending.  Indicate if you are a paid subscriber (member) of JCHE or not.  Your $5.00 or $10.00 registers you for both indoor classes on May 22, 23 and for the Northern CA Coastal Outdoor School Adventure. You can attend the indoor oceanography classes and choose not to go to the Outdoor Adventure on May 29, 30 and 31. But, attendance at the indoor classes on May 22, 23 is required for your family to attend theOutdoor Adventure.  Indicate in your note with payment if you are planning on both classes and outdoor school or just the indoor classroom teaching. 

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2014     *30 Students plus parents for May 22, 23, indoor classes *

*  40 people with parents included for the Northern California Coastal Outdoor School Adventure*

REGISTER SOON AS OUTDOOR SCHOOLS FILL UP QUICKLY

All lodging, food and travel expenses are arranged by the participating families. There is camping at Patrick's Point State Park for $35.00 per night.  There are several motels in Arcata,CA.  There are a few motels in McKinleyville which is mid point between our travels.  McKinleyville was recommended by the local biologist .  I will look into a group rate for motels.  Let me know if you are interested in this.  

  

Questions:  email laura_hreha@yahoo.com

websites:  www.humboldt.edu              www.oceanworldonline.com         

www.park.ca.gov  (info on Patrick's Point)

www.friendsofthedunes.org            www.blm.gov  (info on Trinidad)

Ballroom Dance [Central Point/Medford]

From DeeAnn Todd:

Homeschool Friends,

Our ballroom dance class is in need of boy dancers from 8 to 18 years old. If you have a young man who would be interested in joining us please let me know immediately.  We meet at the Evergreen Ballroom in Central Point on Wednesdays, 2pm for 8 to 12 year olds, and 2:55pm for 13 to 18 year olds. We will begin on February 26th and culminate with a dance performance on May 10th.  It’s great fun and they learn lots.

This is a beginner class so no dance experience is necessary, and there are scholarships available.

Call DeeAnn at (626) 589-0844 or e-mail ballroom@toddmail.us for more information.

Guitar Lessons

GUITAR LESSONS

Do you have a student who would like to learn to play guitar?

Melanie Parton is currently accepting new students. Melanie is a homeschool mom with 25 plus years of music/guitar experience and whose passion is teaching. She has recently become a vendor with Logos Charter School, so that is an option if you have a Logos student. If you would like more information regarding lessons,
you may contact Melanie at 541-840-1532 or email her at partonfam@gmail.com

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe

Sorry I didn't get this posted sooner, but they did confirm it's not too late to join! ~ Tika

The first day of Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe is this Thursday, January 2nd, 1:30 
to 3:30 pm
 at West Main Church of Christ.  Parents and students please attend for  announcements,  schedule information, tuition information, registration and theatre games.   The informational meeting is before the games so parents can choose to stay or leave when the games begin. All other Thursdays, class time is 1:30 pm
 to 4:30 pm.  Our performance is scheduled for the last weekend in April, 2014. Please contact Jeannie Everingham for questions atjeham66@gmail.com
 or541-941-0167.  

Ballroom dancing [Rogue River]

For those that might have missed this announcement:

[Roseburg] Music Fundamentals for Worship class

From Peggy Sumpter:

An 11 week Music Fundamentals for Worship class is being offered for students and adults 12 yrs and up, starting January 10th up in Roseburg through Geneva Academy - The teacher is Mr. Brad McMurray! Do you know of any homeschoolers in the Roseburg area who would be interested in this class? You can email me (mpsumpter@gmail.com) and I'll send the flyers to you or go directly to the headmaster - Brian Turner for the details: 541-637-7500 or email bturner@genevaroseburg.com

[JCHE] Ski School!

SKI SCHOOL!

Mt. Ashland is partnering with JCHE to offer the After School Snowboard and Ski Program (better known as Ski School) again. This has been a traditional favorite function with local homeschoolers for many years. Participating in Ski School is a great way to get outdoors for good, clean fun, and is a great physical education addition to your home school subjects. Please contact Leslie Lundgren for further information at 541-944-8535 or siliona97501@yahoo.com

The 4 weeks program dates are: January 17, 24, 31, and February 7, 2014. The following prices are costs per person. $80 for student lifts & lessons, $80 for adult lifts,  

$48 for adult or student ski or snowboard rentals (optional) $16 for adult or student helmet rentals (optional) and $4 for adult or student equipment breakage insurance (optional).

The 6 weeks program dates are: January 17, 24, 31, and February 7, 14, and 21, 2014. The following prices are costs per person. $120 for student lifts & lessons, $120 for adult lifts, $72 for adult or student ski or snowboard rentals (optional) $24 for adult or student helmet rentals (optional) and $6 for adult or student equipment breakage insurance (optional).

  

Registrations open November 18, 2013 and close on Thursday, January 2, 2014. Forms can be picked up, downloaded from the JCHE yahoo group, or sent via email. If you prefer, you may register during the Ski School Sign Up event on Thursday, January 2, 2014 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Medford Missionary Baptist Church on the corner of Arnold Lane and South Stage Road.

For those interested, there will be an Art Competition for possible partial scholarships. The theme is "Walking in a Winter Wonderland". Scholarship applications must be submitted by December 31, 2013 in order to compete in the art competition. Contact Leslie at 541-944-8535 or at siliona97501@yahoo.com for more information.