[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)

Host housing needed

From Lorrie Walker:

Greetings!
An amazing group of over 100 homeschool students is coming to town for a speech and debate tournament March 26th-30th.  We are in need of volunteer families to help house some of them, since we will have competitors from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California. Mostly, these people just need a place to sleep and shower, as they will be at registration the evening of the 26th, competition all day on the 27th, 28th, and 29th, and heading home either late that night or the morning of the 30th.  Feeding them is not required, but some hosts do like to provide grab-and-go breakfast foods (i.e., muffins, bagels, hard-boiled eggs, fruit, etc.).  This is a chance to bless fellow homeschoolers while being blessed by some wonderful people.  
Please consider helping in this way, OR, if you're unable, are there people you know well that would enjoy this (even retired friends or empty-nesters)?  
Please contact me ASAP so that I can prayerfully place these wonderful people.
Blessings, 

Lorrie Walker
541-479-5813

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.

Rollerskating TOMORROW

 ‘Tis rollerskating time again! You can invite others; they just need to rsvp to me and GET A TICKET from someone standing near the cashier’s booth at the rink BEFORE they pay.

Christian Music Night at Roller Odyssey

First Thursday of the Month 
Thursday, Feb 6th

6:30-8:30pm

Admission $4.00/skater CASH!!!  If there are enough skaters.  J

Includes Quad Skate Rental

Inline Rental additional $2.25

I need to get the reservation in by Wednesday, so please call/email me ASAP how many skaters you will have there for Thursday night.  Please arrive by 6:20.  You can pay individually (after you get a ticket from someone standing by the cashier’s booth J), but we need to have enough people there at once to get the discount.  If you arrive too late, you may need to pay the $6/skater fee. 

Marti

541-879-1600

 

 

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

Answers in Genesis

OR Right To Life Oratory Contest

This is a special message for high school juniors and seniors: 

Researching the issues affecting the beginning and end of life, coming to an educated conclusion on these issues, and learning to articulate them are vital skills--and I’d like to tell you about an upcoming opportunity to do just that:  The Jackson County chapter of Oregon Right to Life is sponsoring an oratory contest.  Think of this as an opportunity to study what is meant when we use the phrase “sanctity of life”, to discuss the issues with your parents, pastors, and friends, and develop the skills to articulate your ideas.  

Participants in this competition will prepare and deliver a 5-7 minute speech focusing on abortion, euthanasia, infanticide, or stem cell research.   These are the issues you will be making decisions about and voting on in the very near future.  They are issues foundational to our humanity and it is so important that you use your energy, your intelligence and your voice to speak out for the sanctity of life.

The contest will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 7pm, at Cornerstone Christian Church. Deadline for registration is February 25. Please contact Veronika Comerchero at (541)245-2959 to register. Once you register with your name and address, I will send you a packet with further information.

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.  

The HS Gathering ~ Winter 2014

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    Saturday, January 25, 2014
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    6:00pm

• Tika's Gathering Place

• The HS Gathering ~ Winter 2014 (aka "Mom's Night In") Please join me for an evening of good food and great fellowship with other homeschool mamas! Three things: -There will be a FUN PROJECT to do together, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY :) -There will be CHOCOLATE, so please bring something to DIP -There will be a SMALL GIFT, so please RSVP and let me know if you are bringing a friend ♥ Please RSVP for exact location and directions. Thank you! ~ Tika Weeks

Ballroom dancing [Rogue River]

For those that might have missed this announcement:

Love Notes Project

From Rachel Olstad:

Here’s some info for a simple yet meaningful community service project – and it can double up as art. Better yet, throw a Valentines party for your homeschool friends and do the project together!
 
*It’s LOVE NOTES sponsored by Joni and Friends Southern Oregon:*
Bless and encourage a family affected by disability with a Valentine. Last year we collected over 4000 Valentines that we mailed to 80 homes. Help us meet or even surpass this amount!

Be part of this exciting ministry by making or buying Valentines. Include a Bible verse or a word of encouragement, and if you wish, a small gift such as candy, gift certificates, DQ tokens, etc. 

We will need your Valentines by February 7, 2014
. You can either mail or deliver the Valentines. 

MAIL TO:
Joni and Friends Southern Oregon
PO Box 526
Talent, OR 97540

DELIVER TO:
925 Rebecca Drive
Phoenix
 
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[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

New Year's Eve Ball

From the Consiglio family:

New Year's Eve Ball
When: Tuesday 8 pm until 1:00 am on Wednesday.

What: 
Five Hours of East and West Coast Swing, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-cha, Salsa, Hustle, Waltz, and Colonial Dance. 

Cost: $8 per person and $20 per family at the door. 
$5 Per person and $12 per family IF PAID PRIOR TO DECEMBER 24th. 

Send your name and payment payable to Nathan Consiglio at 

14501
 Avalon Road
White City, OR 97503

Please bring a fingerfood to share,
Dress is semi-formal. 
Please remember, this is an event for the whole family!

If you have any questions please contact Nate at bythesword@embarqmail.com

See ya'll there! 

Where:
The Evergreen Ballroom

6088 Crater Lake Ave, Central Point, Oregon 97502-8462

Rollerskating 1/2

From Marti Hill:

 ‘Tis rollerskating time again! You can invite others; they just need to rsvp to me and GET A TICKET from me standing near the cashier’s booth at the rink BEFORE they pay.

Christian Music Night at Roller Odyssey

First Thursday of the Month 
Thursday, Jan 2nd

6:30-8:30pm

Admission $4.00/skaterCASH!!!  If there are enough skaters.  J

Includes Quad Skate Rental

Inline Rental additional $2.25

I need to get the reservation in by Wednesday, so please call/email me ASAP how many skaters you will have there for Thursday night.  Please arrive by 6:20.  You can pay individually (after you get a ticket from me standing by the cashier’s booth J), but we need to have enough people there at once to get the discount.  If you arrive too late, you may need to pay the $6/skater fee. 

Marti

541-879-1600
 

Roller skating this Thursday!

Christian Music Night at Roller Odyssey

 ‘Tis rollerskating time again! You can invite others; they just need to rsvp to me and GET A TICKET from somebody standing near the cashier’s booth at the rink BEFORE they pay.

First Thursday of the Month 
Thursday, December 5th
(Next one will be Jan 2nd.)

6:30-8:30pm

Admission $4.00/skaterCASH!!!  If there are enough skaters.  J

Includes Quad Skate Rental

Inline Rental additional $2.25

I need to get the reservation in by Wednesday, so please call/email me ASAP how many skaters you will have there for Thursday night.  Please arrive by 6:20.  You can pay individually (after you get a ticket from someone standing by the cashier’s booth J), but we need to have enough people there at once to get the discount.  If you arrive too late, you may need to pay the $6/skater fee. 

Marti

541-879-1600
 
 

Jo-ann's loves Teachers

Jo-Ann's has a great offer for teachers and that includes YOU!

Sorry! I can't seem to flip the picture! :/

One-Day Conference

ONE-DAY CONFERENCE
Homeschooling from a place of Rest, and Assessment that Blesses, a one  day conference with classical educator Andrew Kern. He is the founder and president of the CiRCE Institute, the founding author of  The Lost Tools of Writing, a co-author of the best-selling book  Classical Education: The Movement Sweeping America, which he wrote with Dr. Gene Edward Veith, and is on the board of The Society For Classical Learning (SCL). The conference will be on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at Cornerstone, and cost $39. To learn more about Andrew, you can read some of his articles on circeinstitute.
org. Reserve your spot at: http://www.circeinstitute.org/store/events/medford-or-teaching-state-rest-assessment-blesses-and-more

[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.

Rollerskating this Thursday!

‘Tis rollerskating time again!

You can invite others; they just need to rsvp to me and GET A TICKET from me standing near the cashier’s booth at the rink BEFORE they pay.

Christian Music Night at Roller Odyssey
First Thursday of the Month
Thursday, November 7th 6:30-8:30pm
Admission $4.00/skater CASH!!!  If there are enough skaters.  
Includes Quad Skate Rental Inline Rental additional $2.25

I need to get the reservation in by Wednesday, so please call/email me ASAP how many skaters you will have there for Thursday night.  Please arrive by 6:20.  You can pay individually (after you get a ticket from the me standing by the cashier’s booth), but we need to have enough people there at once to get the discount.  If you arrive too late, you may need to pay the $6/skater fee.

Marti 541-879-1600  

Shoestring Productions presents "The Way Out Cinderella"

*Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe
*Presents
*"The Way Out Cinderella"
*A comedic twist on an old fairytale favorite!

Friday, November 22, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Cornerstone Christian Church608 Bartlett St., Medford

$8.00 General Admission
$5.00 Students and Seniors 62+
free for 4 years and under

Tickets available at the door
For more information call 541-941-0167

Sponsored by:
Crater Lake Mini Storage *
Hoehne Design *
Castle Ridge Cheesecakes  
Ram Offset

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe was founded in 1993 to provide a safe and secure environment for young people to experience all aspects of theater, enhancing social skills, public speaking, creativity and confidence.