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 HSAI
programs are not designed to be in conflict with, or take the place of
any state homeschool association convention, program, meeting or
activities. We are a separate entity within the homeschool arena
providing assistance to homeschool families on a year round basis.
However, at times, we may work with and/or provide information connected
with various homeschool associations and/or homeschool groups within and
without the state of Wisconsin to keep you informed.
Enrichment programs on this page are posted in behalf of "educators" who
present classes throughout the state of Wisconsin. All class
descriptions are designed to keep you, the homeschool parent, informed
so you can make wise curriculum choices. The majority of class postings
are "mobile" which means they cover one or many locations. It is our
recommendation that you as parents contact the individual educators,
request information, and determine whether the program is right for your
child.
If a posting is complete, all contact information will be included. If
the posting is incomplete, (missing times, dates, location, contact
information, etc.), that means that the class will be available but is
not yet open for enrollment. |
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SCIENCE — A Mobile Class Posting |
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FALL SCIENCE CLASSES will be offered by Creation Insights
starting the week of September 21. All instruction is designed
to help students to observe, enjoy and understand the harmony and
purpose of God's creation through the eyes of Scripture. Lessons
include experiments, demonstrations, and applications of concepts.
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LESSON TOPICS |
Grades 3-5 Foundations in Physical Science"
Week 1 Standard Ways of Setting High Standards
Week 2 Know How to Go With the Flow
Week 3 Realizing the Gravity of the Situation
Week 4 The Mass Appeal of Stability
Week 5 Going Nowhere Fast with Inertia
Week 6 Newton's (i.e. God's) Laws of Motion
Week 7 Causes and Effects of Heat-They're Cool
Week 8 The Moving Story of Kinetic Energy
Week 9 Matter of Fact, it Reacts
Concepts in science can be as simple as making a "two-loop
airplane," as complex as the difference between speed and
acceleration, as exciting as chemical reactions, or as serious
as the effects of inertia on bike safety. These are just a few
of the activities that are part of this fall's program designed
to show that the ultimate foundation of physical science and
all of science is the Word of God. |
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Grades 6-8 Biological Science through Plant Studies"
Week 1 Like a Tree Planted by Streams of Water
Week 2 Getting to the Roots of the Matter
Week 3 How Capillary Action Stems from Stems
Week 4 Pretty Petals, Sticky Stigmas and More
Week 5 Designer Flowers by God Himself
Week 6 How Seeds Travel and Travel and Travel
Week 7 Photosynthesis-It's Easier Said than Done
Week 8 Leaf Collectibles on Display
Week 9 And God Breathed the Chemistry of Life
Many aspects of science illustrate the wisdom of God,
but few display it more beautifully than the study of living
plants. Students will learn not only how each part of a plant
is functional, but also that it works in concert with every
other part in coordinated acts of directed purpose. As the
lesson titles show, plants can reveal how the Creator's love
of diversity provides service and enjoyment for all. |
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SCHEDULE OF CLASSES* in Wisconsin
Oostburg:
Private home; Mondays, Sept. 22 through Nov. 17
grades 3-5, 1:00-2:00 PM / grades 6-8, 2:00-3:00 PM
Hartford:
The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer; Tuesdays, Sept. 23 through Nov. 18
grades 3-5, 9:30-10:30 AM / grades 6-8, 10:30-11:30 AM
West Bend area:
Riveredge Nature Center; Tuesdays, Sept. 23 through Nov. 18
grades 3-5, 1:00-2:00 / grades 6-8, 2:00-3:00 PM
Waukesha:
Private home (near Elmbrook Church); Thursdays, Sept. 25 through Nov. 20
grades 3-5, 10:00-11:00 AM / grades 6-8, 11:00 AM-noon
Oconomowoc:
White Stone Community Church; Thursdays, Sept. 25 through Nov. 20
grades 3-5, 1:00-2:00 PM / grades 6-8, 2:00-3:00 PM
For high school students, a biology program using the A Beka Text and
a weekly world-view class "Learning Science through Events and Issues"are also available upon request.
(*Grade 9 students may also enroll in any grade 6-8 program upon approval.)
Each class meets for one hour per week during the nine-week session.
Enrollment deadline is September 18. Early enrollment is recommended
because class sizes are limited. Parents are welcome to sit in on any class.
Please contact Michael DuMez, director, at creationinsights@aol.com
or 920-564-2402 for details.
Family costs for each session:
1 student=$95, 2 students=$180, 3 students=$250, or 4 students=$290
Reduced costs or individual payment schedules can be arranged if needed.
For additional details, other science classes, and creation tours, please
contact our new website creationinsights.com.
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LANGUAGE — New online Latin classes |
Especially for high-schoolers ...
(Students in northern Colorado may attend online or in person.)
Classes will be offered online under the name "Lone Pine Classical School." Latin 100 (first-year Latin) and STELLAE (introductory class for ages 8-12) will be offered (and are filling quickly!). The Latin program is a full 4-year program; Latin 200 through 400 are currently offered "in person" and will be offered online as the first students progress through the levels. (Math will probably not be offered for 2007-2008, unless there is tremendous interest.) Online Latin classes will meet twice weekly for a live, interactive (video & audio) session. Students may also attend a live online "help session" once a week (optional), and ask questions via email at any time.
Program web page: http://www.lonepineclassical.com/online_index.asp
It is a solid, well-tested, and affordable program.
Latin offers the students not only improvement in (English!) vocabulary, grammar, and thinking skills, -- and a great advantage in learning French, Spanish, or Italian (my 3rd-year students can read basic stories in all 3 languages) -- but also the opportunity to take the annual National Latin Exam (and win an award!), earn scholarships, join the National and Colorado Junior Classical Leagues (no matter where you live), and join the National Latin Honor Society (if they maintain an A). This year ALL of my students won National Latin Exam awards! We attended the state convention for CoJCL (Colorado Junior Classical League), where they had a great time and earned many awards -- they can't wait to go again next year! Online students are very welcome to attend the Colorado convention with us, if traveling to Fort Collins, Colorado in late April fits into your plans. (The mountains are beautiful this time of year! :)
Latin is a tremendous resume / college-application builder for your students!
A.P. Calculus course (Pre-Calculus is a prerequisite) allows high-schoolers to earn real college credit (accepted at almost every university in the country) for just the cost of the class and the $80 or so fee for the national A.P. exam in May. (A great way to save time and money!) Math will ONLY be offered in '07-'08 if demand is very high.
This program offers students many resume-builders.
Educator Karen KarppinenI taught high-school before having children, and was trained to help high-schoolers build "glowing" college applications; I'm doing my best for these students! she says. For further class information contact Karen at karp1248@yahoo.com. |
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Paint-your-own Pottery Class -
http://potsnpaints.com
Enrollment for this class is year round. It is open to both homeschool
families and the general public for registration. We offer both "mobile"
and a main location for classes. Family costs for the session are
determined by the type of greenware your child chooses to paint. Parents
are welcome to sit in on the class. Each class is one-and-a-half to two
hours in length. Please contact the Homeschool America office at (920)
563-1500 or email
sondramuench@charter.net for details.
Scrapbooking
This program is open to both homeschool families and the public. It will
teach creative ways to keep your memories and share them with friends
and family. Yearbook Spectrum
This program is open to all homeschool students in the state of
Wisconsin. It enables each homeschool group to be involved in creating
their own class memories or groups can work together to create a large
region yearbook.
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PERFORMING ARTS |
UW-Whitewater Young Auditorium
HORIZONS SCHOOL MATINEE SERIES
2007-2008
Salem Justice
Garry Krinsky: Toying With Science
The Merchant of Venice
Chanticleer & the Fox
The Max and Ruby Show
Winnie the Pooh
Flat Stanley
Teddy Roosevelt and the Treasure of Ursa Major
Freedom Train
African Childrens Choir
and many more... make your choices now!
Matinee brochures available through Homeschool America.
Call (920) 563-1500
(Discounts available. Payment is due when you sign up.)
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FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITIES |
HELM Travel - an acronym for
"Home Educated Learn More while Traveling"
www.HELMTravel.com
Explore, Experience and Educate!
We are organizing a pool of families that are looking to enrich their childrens education through hands-on learning experiences or just to take a trip to enjoy family time together. Home schooling families will exchange their primary residence, a second/vacation home, maybe even a timeshare that isnt being used OR you can choose to host another family in your home rather than exchanging during one, two or three pre-designated dates. You can even exchange in the spring and host in the fall.
Dates for 2008:
April 20th 27th (Spring)
June 20th- 27th (Summer)
September 20th 27th (Fall)
Home Exchange is a fantastic way to reduce travel costs, promote goodwill and develop long lasting friendships. This is your chance to create a trip of a lifetime, spend some time panning for gold in Coloma, discover the real story of the Pony Express in St. Joseph or learn about the Civil War in Atlanta. Big City or Small Town, there is opportunity at every corner.
This is a grassroots project started by Lara Chartier, a homeschool mom with three children.
For more information check their web site at www.HELMTTravel.com or call Lara at (816) 525-5659.
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HOME SCHOOL SUPPORT |
PARENTS IN STEP
Homeschool Support Group
Now meets on Tuesdays
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Location: 313 N High Street
Fort Atkinson, WI
Dates
May 6 Time Out
June 3 Special Needs
July 15 Summer and Learning
August 5 Getting Ready for School
Parents In Step is designed to support, encourage, educate and inspire homeschool families on their learning journey. Its a time to ask questions, participate in round table discussions, learn, plan activities and grow. It is open to all homeschool families and those interested in homeschooling. |
Educator Info: If you are an educator and would like to post a class
or expand you program area, contact the HSAI for an application at (920)
563-1500 or email me at
info@homeschoolamerica.org |
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