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Thursday "Special Session"
"Homeschooling 101: Where Do I Begin?"
April 15, 2010, 12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Presenters: Rick Boyer, Vicki Bentley, and Shirley Solis
Whether you are just beginning to homeschool your preschoolers or transitioning from a public or private school setting, the following workshops have been specifically designed to help you move more easily into teaching your children at home. The topics discussed in these four workshops are essential for both beginning and continuing homeschoolers and are sure to provide great tips for all attendees. We encourage you to also register to attend the MACHE Conference which will provide many additional workshops for your encouragement. Thursday "Special Session" workshops include...
Starting Right — Staying Right — Rick Boyer. The key to successful homeschooling is to have a true understanding of what it’s all about, from God’s frame of reference. Curriculum, values education, social learning, and priorities are all addressed in the Bible. In this practical and encouraging presentation by Rick Boyer, you will see that God has a dynamic plan for growing up. Here’s how you, as a parent, can cooperate with Him in making your home a launching pad for champions. (12:30 p.m.)
Getting Ready for the First Day of School — Vicki Bentley. Are you overwhelmed by homeschool options? ...not sure where to begin? Good planning is the key to any successful road trip; so Vicki will walk you through a planning checklist to help you prepare for this homeschool journey! Topics include research, goal setting, supplies, schedules, and more...plus "Six Tips for Success". (1:30 p.m.)
Real Life + Real Books = Real Education — Shirley Solis. Can it be so simple? Time and again, homeschool families have given their children a great education through real life experiences and a love of reading. Find out what works and how you, too, can enjoy this journey. (3:00 p.m.)
Choosing Curriculum — Vicki Bentley. Mom of 17 homeschooled students and curriculum counselor for a statewide homeschool organization, Vicki shares the secrets to mapping out a successful course of study for your children. This workshop helps beginners to get a solid start in home education, and encourages veterans to re-examine goals and priorities. This workshop includes a basic overview of different teaching approaches. (4:00 p.m.)
Register Online for the Thursday "Special Session" at www.mache.org.
| Jan. 1 - Jan. 31 | EARLY online registration for Thursday "Special Session" | $10 per person |
| Feb. 1 - Mar. 14 | REGULAR online registration for Thursday "Special Session" | $15 per person |
| Mar. 15 - Apr. 4 | LATE online registration for Thursday "Special Session" | $20 per person |
| Apr. 5 - Apr. 17 | ON-SITE online registration for Thursday "Special Session" applies | $25 per person |
If you are unable to register online, click here for a mail-in registration form [PDF].
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