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ENOCH of New Jersey e-Newsletter
April 2010
From the President’s Desk
Dear Friends
It’s almost here! It's just around the corner! What is? The Enoch of NJ 20th Annual Convention, May 14th-15th at the New Jersey Convention & Expo Center in Edison, NJ. New this year is free admission to parents of pre-schoolers. Your oldest child must be 5 or younger, and you have never attended an ENOCH convention. I want encourage all homeschoolers if you know of someone who has a preschooler and is thinking about homeschooling invite them to come to the convention. When my oldest daughter was 4 years old my wife and I went to an ENOCH’s convention and after the Keynote Speaker Friday night we knew that we were going to homeschool.
Also new this year is a Teen Track Program on Saturday for all teens called “Culture Shock: A Teen Track by Generations of Virtue”. Teens need to register normally for the convention and then must sign-up for this program for an additional cost. We will again have a Children’s Program. This year Historical Happenings will be joined by Mad Science. Print out a registration form on ENOCH’s website and mail it in to the address on the form. Make sure you sign up for the children’ program early, these sessions fill up quickly. Don’t forget about the great speakers that we have - Steve and Teri Maxwell, Rebecca Powell and David Hazell. There are over 35 workshops that you can attend, plus all the vendors where you can view curriculum, ask question and purchase on site. Check out all the convention information at
http://www.enochnj.org/index.php/2010convention.
Become a fan of ENOCH’s Facebook page! We are constantly passing along interesting and necessary information to homeschoolers.
In His Service,
Rich Millward
President
Encouraging Words From Homeschoolers Across the Nation
Learning Outside the Garden Walls
By Kristi Kronz
Gardening
can be a solitary venture. Some of my most difficult life circumstances
have been prayed through while alone on my hands and knees in my walled
kitchen garden, fingernails filled with soil, and the fragrance of
sweet peas and cilantro mingling with the taste of tears. Most families
have only a small plot from which to garden; and the reality is that
often only one person at a time can be effectively digging and planting
without needing also to avoid stepping on the other while squeezing
through narrow pathways of corn rows and swiss chard. Often I crave the
solitude I find in my gardens. Alone with my thoughts, life and its
seemingly urgent circumstances suddenly seems quieted. My thoughts turn
from making wise choices within the realm of parenting to whether or
not to split and transplant the overgrown hosta looming in the corner.
The ease and fruitfulness of these decisions are a welcome reprieve
from the
difficult choices which often come my way as a homeschooling mother. In
my garden, with birds and insects as my companions, it is possible for
me to abide with God in utter abandon.While appealing sometimes to the point of seclusion, this solitude has its drawbacks. I'm often left learning by doing it wrong the first time (I, by the way, am very good at this). Rather than taking the time to read, study, and find outside resources to help me with my seasonal choices and problems, I'm sometimes a lone ranger when it comes to knowing what to plant and when. Questions are constantly looming in my head. Will adding straw improve the soil? Will that same straw break down eventually or will I be staring at yellow particles for years to come? Would heirloom seeds be the best choice for my pumpkin patch or would hybrids fare better in our climate of extremes? Which seed catalogue has the highest quality with the lowest price? And what about seed potatoes being over-wintered? How can I best preserve my massive harvest of winter squash? And why in the world do I never have good tasting cantaloupes?
In the end, I am so much better off when I surround myself with fellow gardeners on a regular basis. We share our learning experiences, share cuttings, lament late frosts, and never ever notice the dirty fingernails. We offer advice with each other on natural methods of pest control while simultaneously weeding alongside each other. I actively seek out learning opportunities to improve my gardening skills. I haven't had enough free time (in the last 15 years), but I hope to eventually take a Master Gardener's class. I thrive on the latest gardening magazine and seek out both new and respected books on companion gardening, my backyard orchard, growing and using herbs, decorating the garden room, and any other manner of "subduing the earth". This fellowship with other gardener's, both beginners and experienced, face to face or through printed sources, brings companionship and support -- for both the summers and winters of my life.
Homeschooling is like tending a garden. Within this realm, we nurture the soil of our children's hearts and wholeheartedly seek out daily fruit in their lives. The amazing thing is ... we are changed in the process and unwittingly bear fruit of our own. I've often shared with people, particularly those curious about homeschooling and yet not choosing this option themselves, that God has shaped my life just as much through this choice as He has the lives and hearts of my children. While God allows for the growth in my heart by keeping me on my knees and trusting in His guidance, I am confident that He did not intend for me to walk this path alone. He provides fellowship with others as a source of both joy and learning. I have lived out and learned that our entire family suffers when we fall into the trap of isolationism. Although tempting at times, seclusion rarely reaps the rewards that we had hoped.
Without the fellowship of others, whether in church, in a class, in a co-op, with extended family, or just in your own neighborhood backyard, we lack vital support to continue in a way which fosters a healthy outlook on the life God has called us to as a fellowship of believers. Just as in my daily gardening, I benefit tremendously when I foster companionship along the way. Like gardening, homeschooling can be a lonely calling. Yes, we are gifted with the presence and companionship of our precious children throughout the day, but often we lack the nurturing and support we need from godly examples to continue steadfastly upon our journey. Although this solitude serves a valuable purpose in helping us to more fully rely on God and lean into Him when we struggle with loneliness, I believe He grants fellowship for a purpose and allows us to grow in unique ways when we take opportunities to walk alongside and learn from each other.
I strongly believe that, as homeschooling moms in constant need of focus and refocus, we must remain informed. Just as I invest my time and energy to keep learning in regard to my agrarian lifestyle, I also avidly seek out opportunities to learn and glean about home education. Professionals in the work place are required to participate in continuing education classes. My husband cannot keep his credentials without attending meetings, reading books and interacting in situations both formal and informal where others within his profession can learn from each other and the experts in their field. In the same way, as homeschoolers we are strengthened and undergirded when we actively seek to grow in knowledge from others who have gone before us.
I have found that in learning from others' experiences, I am better able to choose wisely for myself and my children. I have found a wealth of information and great hands-on help from the homeschoolers who have walked this path years longer than I have. Most are eager to share their wisdom and experience. I have personally found that there is a huge fellowship of experienced homeschoolers out there. Watching and gleaning from their experience is priceless.
If you aren't already feeding yourself regularly with information surrounding the topic of homeschooling, I encourage you to begin today. If you have a computer with internet access, do a topic search on "Homeschooling". You can then narrow your search by looking under specific titles such as "Homeschooling Science" or "Homeschooling through High School" or "Avoiding Homeschool Burnout". The computer, when used wisely, can be an invaluable tool. Visit your library and head to the education section. There you will likely find some 'oldies but goldies' as well as some refreshing new titles on the subject of homeschooling. Even though you may have read many of these books years ago, you may find that rereading them now renews a sense of purpose as you continue. Be purposeful to sit under the wisdom and tutelage of those "older and wiser's" whom God has gifted you with; and don't hesitate to offer wisdom and share your experiences with those whom God brings into your life to befriend and potentially minister to. Make plans to attend your state homeschool conference. Don't avoid opportunities such as this simply because you might not agree with the mindset of every speaker. There is always something more to be learned.
Utilize daily, weekly, and yearly opportunities for growth. Nurture yourself in order to better nurture those you love and serve daily. Like daily feeding our souls with the Word of God, so also do we benefit from regular fellowship with others whose lives and paths parallel our own. The joy this brings to our lives refreshes our spirits and affords us opportunities to refocus as we continue in confidence with the task God has set before us.
Kristi Kronz homeschools, gardens, and regularly makes mistakes while living south of Nampa, Idaho. She cherishes opportunities to glean from other homeschoolers (and gardeners) whom God places in her life.
ENOCH Audio Lending Library
What’s in Store Regarding Our Personal Freedoms – by Mike Farris
Audio Lending Library Review
If you’re wondering about the political trends in our nation, you’ll love hearing Mike Farris’ perspective. He has devoted himself to becoming intimately acquainted with international law and how it can affect the sovereignty of the United States.Mike Farris, Chairman of HSLDA and Chancellor of Patrick Henry College looks ahead to what battles for American freedoms might be on the horizon. He builds an excellent case for homeschoolers to begin now to preserve the fundamental rights of parents.
To order this recording, go to ENOCH's Website and request recording #106
ENOCH EVENTS
ENOCH of New Jersey
presents the 20th Annual Homeschool Convention
ENOCH Convention – Read All About It!
Everything you could want to know about the upcoming Convention on May 14-15 is now available! If you are on ENOCH’s mailing list, you should have received a brochure in the mail by now.Besides general info, you can read descriptions of all the workshops being offered. Take the time to read through it prayerfully to see if God might want to speak to you through some of these workshops.
You can also read about our Children’s Program and/or our Teen Program. We’re excited to be able to offer something for everyone this year!
If you did not receive a brochure, you have two options.
1.You can go to ENOCH's Website and find all the same information.
2. You can go to ENOCH's Website and download a brochure.
While you’re browsing ENOCH’s website, be sure to print a couple of fliers that announce that we have FREE ADMISSION for Parents of Preschoolers. Post one flier in your church and another in your local library!
See you in May!
How to Get the Most Out of the Convention
Maybe It’s NOT All About Me by Sue August
The Annual Convention is on May 14-15. When I attend the
convention, I feel like I’m
at a banquet! I
have a total of 15 hours
to feast on what others have prepared for me!
After the first year or two of attending the convention, I
realized that
I probably didn’t need to indulge my appetite for the entire 15 hours.
It also became apparent that the
convention did not run
itself. The
following year, when
registering for the convention, I noticed the question about whether
I’d be
willing to volunteer for about 3 hours.
It was time for me to give something back to the event
that served me so
well!
I had no idea what to expect when I
agreed to be a volunteer
at the Used Curriculum Sale, but I showed up with a willing attitude. My duties included sorting
books into the
appropriate subject categories and then displaying them on the correct
tables. The volume
of books was
amazing! I was glad
to serve others, but
there were also some unexpected benefits to me.
Isn’t that the way God often works?
As I was working, I struck up a
conversation with a
co-worker. It
turned out we had to
travel all the way to central Jersey to get acquainted even though we
discovered with lived within a couple of miles from each other. This mom was more of a
veteran homeschooler
and had children a little older than my son.
I was able to get a glimpse into the future of my own
homeschool as she
shared about the blessings and challenge of the middle grade years.
God blessed me in another way as well. As I was sorting and
displaying books, I
discovered that there were plenty of curricula I had never even heard
of! Although I had
diligently studied all my mail
order catalogs throughout the year, it became apparent that I was not
on
everyone’s mailing list! I
was able to
make mental notes as I worked so I could research some of the
eye-catching
titles I had found.
The next year I volunteered in the
hospitality area. I
was given the best job of all! I
was sent to offer free food and drinks to
the weary exhibitors. Suddenly,
I was
the most popular person in the Convention Hall!
I received the gratitude that rightfully belonged to those
who planned
and prepared the food. I
realized that I
was a very small part of something very big that God was doing through
homeschooling. It
gave me a fresh vision
for God’s plan for my own homeschool.
Over the years, God gave our family
more and more
opportunities to serve homeschoolers in
For those of you who have never
volunteered during the
convention, please consider this opportunity to serve. Registration for
the
convention begins in mid-March. When
you
register online, please answer “yes” to the volunteer question. You may be surprised at
how God blesses
you!
From our Keynote Speaker
Steve and Teri Maxwell
Don't Give Up by Steve Maxwell
A couple of weeks ago, I was speaking with a dad and mom at a home school conference. They were sharing about some difficulties with their son. They admitted making many mistakes. As a result, they had a very rebellious son on their hands. This couple was at the point of wanting to give up on the child, letting him go his own way.I also met a precious mommy who had a very young child stretched across her lap. I commented about how peaceful the resting child looked. She told me that her baby had a fatal disease that caused him to be so limp. I watched her lovingly use a suction bulb to clear her son's throat and then give him something to eat through a feeding syringe.
My heart broke as I learned they had lost other children to the same disease. There was not a trace of bitterness in her voice, just a tenderness that was the result of a suffering heart submitted to the Potter's knowing touch. Undoubtedly, the family would continue to minister to this child until the Father took him home too.
In Mark 9:14-29, we read an account of a man who brought his son to Jesus to be healed. A mute spirit possessed the son and would attempt to destroy the child by casting him into the fire or water. It would have been a terrible situation for the parents because the son's life depended on their keeping vigilant watch to protect him. There were likely many times that the father or mother had to react quickly to save their son from destruction.
Think about it. What hope did that father have of his son ever being cured and living a normal life? There was no hope! It would have been reasonable for the father to have despaired, forsaking the child. Even if that father had had access to today's medical technology, it would have been of no benefit in dealing with a demon-possessed son.
As some read this, a child of yours may be in a grave situation. Others may be like the Maxwells'. While we have no rebellious or terminally ill children, at any given time we have issues with some of our children for which we don't have solutions. These issues aren't life threatening, but they would hinder a child from being all that God intends him to be. For example, we have a child who is struggling in a particular area of his schoolwork. We have tried many different remedies, and none have worked. At times it has seemed hopeless. It has been extremely frustrating for the child, for Teri, and for me.
With other of our children there are often areas that weigh on our hearts. Character issues of varying degrees are common for us to wrestle. It would be most pleasant if there weren't ever problems in our home, but that has yet to happen. I suspect that the source of our difficulty is that both parents in the Maxwell home are sinners (saved by grace, but still sinners) who are committed to raising men and women of God. To make things even more challenging, each of our children is a sinner (saved by grace, but still a sinner).
Homeschooling moms should be the most content, joy-filled moms on the face of this earth. Why? Because they are being obedient to their Lord as they invest themselves in the lives of their children. Unfortunately, they can be some of the most discouraged and defeated moms around. Why? Because they are face to face with the rough areas of their children all day long. (Other moms may not see their children in the same light, mostly because someone else is spending most of the day with their children.)
Homeschooling moms see their children when they are being slothful, irresponsible, argumentative, and even deceitful. This is like an arrow to the mom's heart because she is pouring her life into her children. She desires that they become men and women of God. Raising children is a long-term project, and it is often difficult to see the forest for the trees. It is easy for Mom to come to the point where she asks, "Why try? This is the same problem we have been battling forever, and it is no better!"
However, dads don't usually have the same "opportunity" to observe their children's sin all day long. Therefore, we may tend not to view it as seriously as Mom does. We can reassure our wives that it is okay, and after all they are just children, but that is not going to solve anything. In fact, that kind of response could lead to a situation where the parents wake up one day and ask themselves how they raised a rebellious teenager. So what is the answer?
First, I must communicate with my wife. I need to foster a relationship with Teri where she wants to share her struggles with me and can trust me with what she says. I'm ashamed to say that there have been times when I was not attentive to her words, or I did not take them seriously.
It was very obvious to the father of the son with the mute spirit that there was a serious problem. However, if it were a problem that only the wife observed, would he have taken the same action? I believe so, because that father could have sent his wife to go find Jesus, but he took the boy himself.
When Teri sees that I have taken responsibility for finding a solution, it is like a weight is lifted from her. That is the way it must be, as she is the one yoked to me. I am to bear the weight of her yoke in the same way the Lord bears the weight of my yoke.
In order to take responsibility for finding solutions to difficulties in our children's lives, we can start by praying. As Teri listens to my prayers, she will sense the urgency of my soul communicating the need to my Lord. If I fully own the responsibility, it will be the prayer on my heart during the day. That also means I'm likely to have questions for her about possible solutions or areas in which I need clarification.
When the need is the prayer of my heart, I'm like the father in Mark 9. He could have told his wife that he was busy taking care of the crops and didn't have time to take his son to Jesus. If he did, they might not have enough to eat. Back then, just providing for a family was difficult enough. Isn't it easy to rationalize that it is a man's job to provide for the family, and the wife's to take care of the children? That father knew he was ultimately responsible for his child. He was going to do whatever it took to find help for him.
We must be tenacious. The father in Mark 9 wasn't satisfied after the disciples couldn't free the son. He sought to get close to the Lord as soon as Christ came down the mountain. He did not leave with his son when the disciples weren't successful. He probably saw Jesus as his son's only hope. That is true for us as well. Christ is our only hope of true solutions in the home.
When Jesus was now involved, He did a curious thing in verse 21. He asked the father, ". . . How long is it ago since this came unto him?" Why did the Lord ask the father how long the son was like this? The Lord knows everything and didn't need to ask him. He could have quickly cast out the demon and gone on to the next, but He didn't.
The Lord drew the father into a conversation with Him. The Lord had a target that was as important as healing the son. The father replied, "And ofttimes it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if thou canst do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us." Christ now had revealed what He wanted exposed–the father's lack of faith.
We would be wise to realize that many of the struggles in our home are for our spiritual benefit. We have as much to gain from the situation as the child with the problem.
"Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief" (Mark 9:23-24). The father has now responded from his heart with obvious emotion as he proclaimed what faith he had and asked the Lord to help him have greater faith. Dads, are we owning the needs of our family with the willingness for the Lord to work first in our lives? He desires to use every difficulty and trial we encounter as opportunity for building our faith and trust in Him. Will we let Him?
We may be tempted to see these problems as nuisances and hindrances to our getting along with life when, in fact, they are stepping stones to growth in Christ. It is easy to miss the blessings that God intends for us in properly resolving these issues. Paul said in Philippians 4:12, "I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need." He said that he knew how to be abased and hungry. I'm sure there are many stories Paul could share with us as to how he suffered. Yet, we read in verse 13, "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." That is the prize held out to us if we are but willing to receive the process as well.
Dads, it is good to suffer under the weight of family struggles if we will bring them to our Lord. He wants us to own them and bear them to Him. We need to be willing to be abased as we lead our family and are willing to suffer. We must not give up just because we can't handle the difficulties. We can't resolve them ourselves, and it is our lack of faith that causes us to think we can figure it out alone.
Just like that precious mommy with the failing child, we must let Christ work in our lives. Those parents are in God's crucible, and their faith is being refined. If they let Him, He will purify and polish their faith to a luster that will reflect the light of Christ. "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren" (Romans 8:29).
Dads, are we willing to do the same? Are we willing to own the difficulties of raising men and women of God for our Lord? Are we willing to let Him work first in our own lives? My prayer is that we are. God bless, dear brothers. May we be found faithful.
Steven Maxwell is co-author of Managers of Their Homes, Managers of Their Chores, Managers of Their Schools, Keeping Our Children's Hearts, Just Around the Corner (Vols. 1 & 2), and author of Preparing Sons to Provide for a Single-Income Family and Redeeming the Time. He also has an audio album, Feed My Sheep, on the importance and how-to's of family Bible time.
Steve Maxwell is the father of eight children and grandpa to one. His family began homeschooling in 1985. In 1997, the Lord brought Steve home to run his own business, and he now enjoys the privilege of working with his four grown sons and one grown daughter. Steve is blessed to be able to share his heart at homeschool conferences and has been writing monthly articles of encouragement for dads since 1990.
To learn more about Steve or to sign up for the free monthly Dad’s and Mom’s Corners e-mails, please visit www.Titus2.com.
ENOCH of NJ Fifth Annual Essay Contest
Topic: What will you be doing when you are 25 years old?Awards:
6 to 10 years: $75.00
11 to 13 years: $100.00
14 to 18 years: Special Priize this year, free admission to World View Academy
The winning essays will appear in future ENOCH E-Newsletters and on the
ENOCH website.
Eligibility: Must be a child living in New Jersey between the ages of
6 and 18 who is being home educated when writing the essay. Children of
current or former ENOCH Board members are not eligible.
Judgment Criteria: Focus on assigned topic, Theme, Presentation,
Creativity, Christian world view and Message.
Deadline: Must be received by end of day – Friday, April 16, 2009
How to submit: All essays must be emailed in plain text in the body of
an email to contest@enochnj.org
The Subject of the email should be “ENOCH Essay Contest”. Prior to the
actual essay please include the following information:
* Student’s first and last name
* Parent’s first and last name
* Family’s mailing address
* Family’s telephone number
* Child’s birth month and year
Essays should not be submitted as an attachment to the email, as we
may not be able to open attachments. If you do send as an attachment and we cannot open it, we will not attempt to contact you. Plain text means: no italicizing, no underlining, no bolding, no mixing of fonts and no graphics.
Essays will not be accepted by any other means such as mail or
direct delivery.
Format: Essay written by a single author. Other literary forms of
communication such as poems are not acceptable. Group submissions are
not acceptable.
Length: There is no minimum length, but a length should be chosen to
age appropriately and adequately answer the topic question. The
following also apply.
6 to 10 years: 800 word maximum
11 to 13 years: 1200 word maximum
14 to 18 years: 1500 word maximum
Winner Notification: Winners will be notified by email on or before
ENOCH’s Annual Homeschool Convention May 14 & 15, 2010.
ENOCH is now on Facebook!
If you have Facebook, be sure to look for the ENOCH of New Jersey page. We are trying to get the word out. Tell every homeschooler you know. Become a fan. ENOCH will have links, announcements, stories, etc. that will be posted to help you.
HSLDA updates/contests
HSLDA Poetry Contest 2010
Submission Dates: May 1 through June 1 2010!Entries received before May 1 or postmarked after June 1 will be sent back or discarded.
What
Category 1: Form: Ballad Theme: Humility
Category 2: Form: Blank Verse Dramatic Monologue Theme: Mercy
Category 3: Form: Heroic Couplet Theme: Justice
We try to choose themes that will leave a lot of room for students’ imagination and interpretation, without us dictating the response. We want students to come up with their own ideas of what best portrays the given quote, without us dictating the response.
Students do not have to actually include the theme word in their poem. The words are meant to be the inspiration and theme behind whatever images or story the students decide to portray.
We hope that students will come up with many imaginative ideas to fit the theme. Our judges love it when a student comes up with something they had not thought of before.
Who
Category 1: Homeschoolers* ages 7 to 10 as of May 1, 2010.
Category 2: Homeschoolers* ages 11 to 14 as of May 1, 2010.
Category 3: Homeschoolers* ages 15 to 19 as of May 1, 2010.
For more information on the Poetry Contest visit: http://www.hslda.org/Contests/Poetry/2010/2010rules.asp
OTHER EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Endangered Species Day Art Contest 2010
The contest is open to students in grades K through 12. Judging will take place in four categories, K-Grade 2, Grades 3-6, Grades 7-9, Grades 10-12, with one national winner being chosen from the semi-finalists in these four categories.
The nationwide Endangered Species Day Art contest provides students with an opportunity to learn about endangered species and express their knowledge and support through artwork. The contest is organized by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Endangered Species Coalition, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the Ogden Museum of Southern Art/ University of New Orleans.
Endangered Species Day is a celebration of our nation’s wildlife and wild places. Started in 2006 by the United States Congress, Endangered Species Day is an opportunity to learn about endangered species. The art contest is an integral part of the fifth annual national Endangered Species Day, May 21, 2010. The contest’s winner will be honored with their name engraved on a special trophy designed by a gifted young artist, Meredith Graf of New Orleans, LA and will also be recognized at a reception in Washington, D.C. in May, 2010. The weblink for the contest is: http://stopextinction.org/esd/194-esd-art.html
ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS:
Education, Sports, Music
Westerly Learning Center
The Westerly Learning Center*, established in 1984, is an enrichment program for homeschooled children, providing academic support for students in grades K-12. Classes are held for 32 weeks each year, from September through May, at Westerly Road Church in Princeton, NJ. Students may choose from over a dozen different classes held from 9:30 am-12:00 pm and 12:30-3:00 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The tuition for most classes is $540/year + additional fees. Registration for next year’s classes begins April 1, 2010. Since most classes are limited to 12 students, we recommend you register early to guarantee a place for your student. For further information, please see our web site: www.westerlylearningcenter.orgThe following courses will be offered for the 2010-2011 academic year:
Junior Level, K – 2nd grade
Students in this grade level are introduced to the joys of learning through unit studies and discovery. Junior classes include ample time for group activities, show and tell, and arts and crafts. Periodic field trips serve to enhance the classroom experience.
Time Travelers I (Wednesdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm): This class will use a multi-disciplinary approach for students to establish an understanding of past history. Three time periods will be covered: Early Middle Ages, Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Special emphasis will be given to hands-on activities that enhance the understanding of these cultures via games, arts and crafts. Teacher: Carol Huntley-Jones
Let’s Explore Science! (Wednesdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): Students will develop observation skills by utilizing their senses to recognize the differences and similarities in the world around them. Learn about Life Cycles by studying the metamorphosis of a butterfly; learn the scientific principle of cause and effect by studying the cross section of a tree trunk and relating it to weather patterns. Emphasis will be given to reinforce the importance of curiosity and discovery. Teacher: Carol Huntley-Jones
Elementary, 3rd-5th grade
Discovery learning is still emphasized with students in this grade level as classes become more specialized. Students in this grade level are ready for weekly homework assignments and more complex learning activities. Some classes require the ability to read and write and students may need to purchase books or additional resources.
Elementary French IV (Tuesdays, 9:30 am–12:00 pm): Students will continue to develop skills in conversation, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary. There will be more interaction en français in the classroom, more acting and more homework. Our goal is to encourage the students to be able to read and converse in French on a variety of topics related to everyday life. Teacher: Christine Le Gall
Beginning Spanish (Tuesdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm): Students will be introduced to the Spanish language through the elements of reading, phonetic structure, dialog and the identification of everyday objects. Teacher: Margaret Fernández
Art with the Masters (Tuesdays, 12:30 pm-3:00 pm): Many students can name some famous artists and recognize their best known artwork but can they take what they have learned from the artist’s skill and incorporate it into their own artwork? We will explore famous artists from different time periods and their style and learn how past art periods influenced their work. The main purpose of this class is “to learn by doing;” students will acquire skills, concepts, principles, and techniques used by famous artists to enhance the student’s artistic ability. Teacher: Patricia Melton
Beginning French II (Wednesdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm): This class will be a continuation of French I. Students will learn the French language through immersion, games and skits. There will be a strong emphasis on pronunciation, vocabulary and basic grammar. Some written homework will be required. Beginning students are welcome. Teacher: Christine Le Gall
Adventures in Science! (Thursdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm): This class will seek to sharpen observation skills while developing basic techniques in scientific inquiry. Students will study Weather, Astronomy, Geology, and Tree Biology. Several exciting field trips are planned throughout the year to complement the information learned in class. Teacher: Carol Huntley-Jones
Geography (Thursdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): It has been said that our world is constantly shrinking. Some of your neighbors may come from places like Pakistan, South Korea, or Brazil. Can you find these places on a map? What do you know about their history or culture? Students will study the five themes of geography as they explore major countries and cultures of the world. Teacher: Carol Huntley-Jones
Middle School, 6th – 8 th grade
Middle School students explore disciplines in greater depth and with more refined skills. Independent learning is encouraged as students hone their study skills in preparation for high school. These classes have weekly reading and writing assignments, long-term projects and more frequent exams. Classes require the purchase of textbooks and supplementary materials.
Science Explorers III (Tuesdays, 12:30 pm-3:00 pm): This course is a continuation of Science Explorers II. Students need not have taken the previous course to enroll. Topics will include Earth Science, Electricity and Magnetism, and Environmental Science using the Holt Short-Course Series. In-class demonstrations and some lab work required. Teacher: Kim Torquato
Medieval History (Wednesdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm): Join us on a remarkable journey as we study the rise and fall of the Roman Empire through the early Renaissance. Special focus will be on the formation of the European nations as we know them today as well as the rise of Christianity and Islam. We will take a peek at the Orient through the Silk Trade Route and other communications. Students will be required to maintain a time line. A reading list of relevant literature will be provided. Teacher: Vanessa Fiori
Literature and Writing (Wednesdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): This course will complement the study of Medieval History by requiring students to read literature applicable to understanding the medieval time period; King Arthur’s Tales, Shahnameh, and more. Students will build writing skills through the use of literary study and Institute for Writing Excellence techniques. Teacher: Vanessa Fiori
American Art (Thursdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm): Join us on a journey of exploring American Artists and their styles. We will travel through different time periods and visit the lives of American artists, learning about what influenced their style. Students will acquire art appreciation skills as they learn to describe, analyze, interpret and evaluate the artist’s work. The student’s will demonstrate their knowledge of skills, concepts, principles, and techniques used by American artists in studio art projects. Teacher: Patricia Melton
The Art of Interpretive Speech & Literature (Thursdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): Poetry, Shakespeare and much more. Students will learn to interpret the written word and perform it by memory and through recitation skills. Lots of memory work, reading assignments and some written work. Students will take several field trips to observe speech competitions of the NCFCA (National Christian Forensics and Communications Association). Teacher: Vanessa Fiori
High School, 9th grade and up
High School classes require a greater level of commitment on the part of the student. Courses at this level involve not only learning new concepts but also being able to analyze them and place them within the larger context of a worldview. Students should expect more rigorous homework assignments, weekly exams and long-term projects. Preparation for related college-board exams is a by-product of some high school level classes. Classes require the purchase of textbooks and other related materials.
French II (Tuesdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): This course is a continuation of French I. There will be more grammar and an expansion of vocabulary, memorization, and written exercises. Students will write a short play. French culture will be explored. Homework is required and must be completed on a regular basis. Teacher: Christine Le Gall
Spanish I (Tuesdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): Students will be introduced to the Spanish language through dialog and an exploration of literature. They will learn grammar and vocabulary and develop elementary skills in writing and translation. Weekly homework assignments are required. Teacher: Margaret Fernández
Platform Speech, the Art of Argument and Introduction to Debate (Thursdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm): Students will study great speeches of famous orators, build their reasoning skills, and be able to recognize fallacies. Learn the basic structure of argument and debate. Students will travel to NCFCA (National Christian Forensics and Communications Association) competitions to observe debates with a view to actually compete when students are adequately prepared. Teacher: Vanessa Fiori
History of Art with Studio Art (Thursdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): This class will be taught in two parts: During the first hour, students will learn art history by looking at various periods of art and discussing them. Students will learn about art concepts and the principles of design to gain the ability to describe, analyze, interpret and evaluate art work. During the second hour of class, students will apply the knowledge they have gained by demonstrating the concepts taught in their studio art projects. Required text: “The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern.” Teacher: Patricia Melton
Earth Science (Thursdays, 12:30-3:00 pm): Topics in this course include the composition of the earth, minerals and rocks, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, weather, climate and the atmosphere. Class demonstrations and some lab work required. Teacher: Kim Torquato
AP French preparation classes available upon request.
French Conversation Club (Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15 pm): An after-school club for students who are interested in improving their French language skills. The format of the meeting will involve a discussion of literature which students will be required to read on their own. This class will complement on-line classes because it will provide the necessary interaction between a French native speaker and dedicated students of French. It will be the perfect stepping stone for the AP French oral exam. Pre-requisite: 2 semesters of high school French.
*The Westerly Learning Center is a ministry of Westerly Road Church in Princeton, NJ and is overseen by its Board of Elders.
Fernbrook Farms Homeschool Spring Semester
Fernbrook Farms Education Center was formed in 2001 as a non-profit outreach program that exists to educate children and adults about agriculture and the environment by providing hands-on educational experiences. Programs on the farm include weekly outdoor education classes for homeschooled families, school field trips, scout programs, family programs, environmental/agricultural summer camp, farm to school programs, and toddler programs.
The Fernbrook Farms Spring Homeschool semester will run 8-weeks from April 20th to June 10th, 2010. Classes are held Tuesday 1:30-3:30pm, Wednesday 1:30-3:30pm or Thursday 9:30-11:30am to accommodate the number of families and their schedules. Class curriculums for the spring mostly follow a plant life theme and cover the array of flora in the fields, forests, swamps, and gardens at Fernbrook Farms with classes spanning topics such as seeds, fibers, wildflowers, garden planting, swamps, farm-fresh nutrition, and large-scale flower farming. Classes are split into two groups for ages 6-8 years old and 9-11 years old. The eight-week semester is $80 per student. We always welcome new families to the group and love to see new faces visiting the farm to explore the woods, watch for birds or visit the animals (especially the lamb born in February)! Check us out at www.fernbrookfarms.com and feel free to call 609-298-4028 or email Claire Wildermuth at Claire@fernbrookfarms.com to register or with any questions.
AMERICA’S HERITAGE - An Adventure in Liberty
Here is a great offer for you from American Heritage Education FoundationK-12 Lesson Plans
FREE (i.e. no cost)
Patriotic K-12 Social Studies/History/Civics
LESSON PLANS:
- Includes Elementary, Elementary Spanish, Middle & High School Volumes
- Supplements and enriches all curricula
- Emphasis on primary documents
- Aligns content with Advanced Placement and National Standards tests
- May be modified or taught in segments
- Provides activities and assessments from group projects and simulations to individual tasks, essays, visuals and more
- Develops civics skills in critical thinking, active listening and problem solving
- Improves understanding of Freedom, Unity, Progress and Responsibility
- Award winning design and presentation
- Tested and proven to raise social studies test scores
Contact American Heritage at http://www.americanheritage.org/
TCHSA Sports News
Baseball Season Just Beginning Both the Boys Baseball Teams and the Girls Softball Team have been hard at work since February. That sounds early for baseball, but the teams have been practicing indoors to make sure they’re ready for their season.
Games begin this week. If you’re interested in coming out to watch a game, contact Ed Miller for the Boys Baseball Schedule Ed@ivcfnynj.org or Ed Howell for the Girls Softball Schedule tchsafalcons@yahoo.com.
Come on out and enjoy the great weather while cheering on your own fellow homeschoolers!
Watch future issues of this newsletter for updates on how our teams are doing.
Quality, Affordable Horseback Riding Lessons/Riding Camps
Our facility has a large indoor arena (80 X 200), with full jump course, to facilitate all-weather riding with minimal cancellations due to weather. We have a variety of horses and ponies for beginner to advanced lessons, plus pony rides are also offered.
In addition to riding lessons, our program offers a full equestrian science education program offered through 4H that includes lessons on the ground (unmounted) as well as full instruction in the saddle (mounted).
Instructor is also experienced in teaching special needs (Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, ADD, ADHD) riders.
Quality, affordable horseback riding lessons available to all!
Groups (Brownies, Cub Scouts, Girls Scouts, and Boys Scouts) welcome!
$25.00 per participant
PLEASE NOTE: THIS WILL BE AN ACTUAL LESSON WHERE PARTICIPANTS ARE TAUGHT CORRECT RIDING SKILLS!
Semi-Private Lesson: $25.00 per student (limit 4 per lesson)
Semi-Private Lesson Package Special-10 lessons $225.00 (Buy 9, get 1 free)
Private Lesson: $35.00 per hour
Private Lesson Package Special-10 lessons $315.00 (Buy 9, get one free)
4H Membership: Free-Meetings: 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month at 7:00pm
Days/Hours of operation:
Sun/1-7 Mon/1-7 Tues/1-7 Wed/1-7 Thurs/1-7 Fri/1-7 Sat/8-7 Sun/1-7
Please note: Weekday lessons can be at earlier times. I offer a flexible lesson schedule to accommodate homeschoolers and classroom students on days off from school.
2010 SUMMER RIDING CAMPS FORMING (Ages 7-18)
June, July, and August - $350.00 per week/camper (Sibling discounts offered)
Special homeschool camp in September. $250.00 per week per camper
Deposit of $100 reserves your child's place in our summer riding camp! Call to reserve and get dates of operation. Discount if paid in full by May 15th!
Please remember to mention this ad was in the ENOCH newsletter when calling.
Thank you and I look forward to introducing a passion for horses to the next generation all for the glory of God!
Please contact Regina to set up an appointment for any of the following:
Lesson days/times and riding camps offered (856) 252-7075.
Email address: spotnj@comcast.net
Check out our website at: www.Freedomfarmusa.com.
Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is freedom!
Spring Tennis
April 13th 1-3pmLarchmont Tennis Courts off of Larchmont Blvd.
$5.00 with Coach Ike Johnson
Younger children 5-10 will play at 1pm
Older children and adults will play at 2pm.
contact Jacqui Zollner (609) 702-8345 or wmjz@earthlink.net
Cherry Hill Roller Skating
Roller skating on the third Friday on the month has been one of the longest running activities in the area. We meet at Cherry Hill Roller skating rink from 1-3pm. The music is provided by myself and is family friendly. Attendance has been great and we have offered free admission twice so far this year. Since the refreshment stand is open no outside food is allowed.
http://www.palacerollerskatingcenter.com/cherryhill/
664 Deer Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
This is a great place to meet new homeschool friends and meet up with those you know. It is open to any and all home schoolers in the area not any one support group. The remaining dates for the 2009-2010 school year are:
March 19
April 16
Admission is $3 per skater and rentals are and additional $3 for in line or quads.
For those of you who like to plan ahead I have just booked the following dates for the 2010-2011 school year:
Friday, September 17
Friday, October 15
Friday, November 18
Friday, January 21
Friday, February 18
Friday, March 18
Friday, April 15
All dates are 3rd Fridays and it is always 1-3PM.
Any questions email Linda Nowak @ homeschoolbus@gmail.com
Choir Registration for New Families – 2010-2011
Children and youth, ages 4-18, are invited to join the Princeton Area Homeschool Choir for the 2010-2011 season. Six separate divisions rehearse on Mondays, from October through April, in Pennington, N.J. Registration brochures will be mailed to prospective families in early April. To be placed on the mailing list, please forward your name and address to: homeschoolchoir@aol.com. Further information about the choir may be found at www.pahc.org.
2010 Spring Piano Festival / Workshop
COME & TUNE UP FOR THE 2010 Spring SJMTA & NJMTA events!!
This is a non-competitive program open to students of all ages which provides musical growth through evaluation and encouragement. The teacher and /or parents are invited to attend the private audition; however, since space is limited we suggest no more than two persons attend the audition with the student.Awards: Both written and verbal comments will be given. Students receiving an “Excellent” rating will be awarded a certificate and Gold Seal. A “Very Good” will be awarded a certificate with a Silver Seal. The certificates and the written evaluations will be mailed to the teachers.
Audition Date: Saturday, May 8, 2009 – Beginning at 1 P.M.
and Location: Rowan University: Wilson Hall, Room 228; Glassboro, NJ
Repertoire: Student must perform two memorized pieces of contrasting styles. Pieces may be by the same composer as long as they are of contrasting styles. Pieces must be a minimum of 16 measures in length.
How to Enter: Fill out the entry forms available by contacting David Sallard (dsallard@yahoo.com). David will also provide more information regarding fees for this workshop.
Registration Deadline: ASAP! Postmarked no later than: April 17, 2010. Entries mailed after this date may be returned.
CURRICULUM SALES!
You are invited to the 6th Annual F.U.N. Curriculum Sale
Hosted by Families United Network http://FunCurriculumSale.tripod.comDEADLINE FOR SELLERS SPACE IS April 2nd
Last year we had over 50 long tables jammed with curriculum at fantastic prices - and we are planning for even more this year!Seminars offered again - registration on website - check back as we add them
Enter our FREE drawing for a lunch concession deal AND an early bird shopping pass
Breakfast & Lunch concession available for our
hungry shoppers!
Easy to reach from the Garden State Parkway.
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DETAILS:
When: Saturday, April 10, 2010
Time: 9AM-1PM (8:00AM for those setting up to sell - which will also allow for early-bird shopping for sellers only!)
Where: Upper Township Community/Recreation Center, 1790 State Highway 50, Tuckahoe, NJ
Who: Spaces are available for $6 each (We will be able to provide tables for the first 40 people who reserve a space; anyone reserving a space after the first 40 will need to bring their own table.) The table/space fee is non-refundable.
TO RESERVE A SPACE/TABLE:
ALL table reservations are automated. Please use the links provided. Deadline for table registration is April 2nd. IMPORTANT - remember to print your "seller instructions" after paying for your space.
WHAT CAN I SELL??
This curriculum sale is a service to fellow homeschoolers. Sellers are limited to homeschoolers ONLY but ANYONE is welcome to come and purchase! Tell your teacher friends!! This will not be a "yard sale" but rather an "educational items" sale. The items which can be sold must be education-related (i.e. curriculum/books/video and audio tapes/cd's/dvd's/games/legos/kinex, etc).
Please, NO yard sale items and NO food items. Items made by homeschooled children can also be sold - i.e. potholders, scarves, refrigerator magnets, etc. but again, NO food.
The recreation facility is a full size gymnasium that is VERY spacious and can accommodate LOTS of sellers. This is a nice way to sell books/curriculum you are finished with and purchase needed items at the same time! Last year we had over 50 tables/spaces reserved with 45 sellers participating. There were many wonderful books and materials available for sale at fantastic prices. We are looking forward to more of the same this year! Read our feedback section for comments of those who have been blessed by this event.
We will have coffee, tea and baked goods available for purchase during the morning hours and lunch items (hot dogs, chips, etc.) available for purchase
after 11:30AM. (See Concession link)
COME JOIN THE FUN!!
Homeschool Used Curriculum Fair/Bake Sale – Cornerstone Homeschool Education Group
Thursday, April 22nd. Homeschool Used Curriculum Fair/Bake Sale – Cornerstone Homeschool Education Group is offering their annual used curriculum sale. This curriculum sale is a service to fellow homeschoolers. Sellers are limited to homeschoolers ONLY but ANYONE is welcome to come and purchase! Tell your teacher friends!! This will not be a "yard sale" but rather an "educational items" sale. The items which can be sold must be education-related (i.e. curriculum / books/video and audio tapes / cd's / dvd's / games / legos/kinex, etc). Please, NO yard sale items.Items made by homeschooled children can also be sold - i.e. potholders, scarves, refrigerator magnets, etc. This is a nice way to sell books/curriculum you are finished with and purchase needed items at the same time! Last year we had a great turnout. There were many wonderful books and materials available for sale at fantastic prices. We are looking forward to more of the same this year!
This event is being held on Thursday, April 22nd at Cornerstone Calvary Chapel, 6550 Route 9 South, Howell, NJ. It starts at 7 PM. Sellers - please arrive at 6 pm for set-up. If you are planning on selling at the fair please RSVP on the website to reserve a table by Monday, April 19th. The website is www.homeschool-life.com/nj/cheg. This event is free.
PERFORMANCES AND SPECIAL EVENTS:
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS
Please note that group discounts for 10 or more are available by calling 1.866.GROUP07. If you have any questions, feel free to call 773.969.5200.
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon’s point of view will begin performances at the Westside Theatre, 407 West 43rd Street, New York, on April 15. The production stars award-winning actors Max McLean and Karen Eleanor Wight and has been a smash hit in cities throughout the country including Chicago, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Critics described THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS as “Smart, Sizzling Entertainment!” (Chicago Sun-Times), “Boils Over With Wit!” (The Washington Times), and “Pure Genius!!” (National Review).
April 15th – May 2nd - Preview Performances
Mondays through Thursdays and Sunday evenings: $35.00
Fridays through Sunday matinees: $45.00
May 4th – May 31st – Performance weeks
Mondays through Thursdays and Sunday evenings: $45.00
Fridays through Sunday matinees: $55.00
To redeem discount, call Telecharge at 212-947-8844 or 800-872-8997 or visit Broadwayoffers.com. Mention code SLNH104. For discount group tickets, call 1-866-GROUP07. Please print out a copy of this offer and present at the box office when picking up tickets.
Box office hours are 12 p.m.-6 p.m. daily. The box office accepts VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DISCOVER and CASH, as in-person methods of payment. Sorry, no checks at the box office for window sales. Tickets are subject to availability and discounts are limited. Regular service charges apply to phone and internet orders. May not be combined with any other offer or discounts. This offer not applicable to previously purchased tickets. No refunds or exchanges. All sales are final. Offer may be revoked at any time. OFFER EXPIRES April 15, 2010.
Free Twelfth Night Performance!
May Fung’s Homeschool Drama Class will present their rendition of Twelfth Night to the homeschooling community and the public at large at their annual Family Performance on Monday, May 10, 2010 at 7 p.m. One of Shakespeare’s most-beloved and well-known plays, Twelfth Night contains all the elements of an Elizabethan comedy - mistaken identities, multiple intertwining plots, foolish lovers, and wise fools. This fast-paced performance clocks in at 25 minutes and will have audiences of all ages gasping with laughter. It will be held at Rutgers Community Christian Church, Building C. Visit www.rccc.org for directions.May Fung has been teaching the Homeschool Drama Class for five years. In addition to performing at the annual Shakesperience:NJ Festival ( www.shakespearenj.org ), her students have enjoyed special guest-taught classes on stage combat and stage make-up. If you have a student interested in auditioning for drama class in grade 8 or above, please contact Mrs. Fung at may@cfung.net, or talk to her in person at the performance!
Creation Seminar April 30th-May 1st
DATES: Friday, April 30, 2010 and Saturday, May 1, 2010TIMES: Friday-7 PM and Saturday-11 AM Doors open 30 minutes before program starts
WHERE: Fellowship Bible Church, 590 Jackson Rd., Sewell, NJ 08080
TICKETS: On sale March 1, 2010 Your ticket purchase covers both days
COST: $5.00-Pre Purchased before Sunday, April 17. $8.00-Purchase at the door
Registrations and payments must be postmarked by April 17th to qualify for discount.
LUNCH: Space is available for eating. Bring your own lunch.
FOR MORE INFO CONTACT: Judy Risser at 856-881-2693 or by email: judithrisser@comcast.net
This program will cover the topics below:
Please note even though the sessions are designed for adults, there is very little that elementary ages, 4th grade and up, cannot absorb. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Child care will not be available.
Friday Evening 7 to 9 pm:
The Pillars of Evolution This session will show that science does not support the evolutionary theory, and gives Christians tools with which to combat the theory.
Aunt Lucy? This session uses humor to address the issues of humans evolving from ape like creatures, by exploring misinterpretations, exaggerations, and true evidence.
Saturday Morning 11 am to 4 pm (lunch break 12:15-1:15):
The Hunters & The Hunted Parts I & II Animal life, in all of it's fascinating aspects, provides the verification for creation. Romans 1:20 indicates there is so much evidence available by studying anything in the natural world around us, that there is no excuse for not believing it.
The Horror of the Flood Understanding the flood (the purpose, the causes, the aftermath and the evidence) is very important to a biblically sound creation model.
The Mystery of the Dinosaurs A hot topic for today! What were dinosaurs? When did they really live? What actually happened to them? Does the Bible talk about them?
Lost Secrets of the Ancient Civilizations Ancient civilizations indicate a high level of accomplishment -- something to be expected if we were created "good" at the beginning, but labeled "mysterious" by those who believe in a four-million-year process.
This seminar is sponsored by Gloucester County Christian Home Schoolers Association and Fellowship Bible Church.
HOMESCHOOL DAYS
Disney Homeschool Days
Here is a great offer for you from Walt Disney Parks & Resorts
Disney Homeschool Days offers exciting programs that are sure to enhance and add a new level to your homeschool curriculum.Learning has never been more fun. Disney Homeschool Days invites your students to explore scientific, cultural, creative and natural exhibits of the Walt Disney World® Resort Theme Parks for hands-on, eye-opening experiences.
The next Disney Homeschool Days event is planned for September 8 & 9, 2010 and January 24 & 25, 2011.
To visit Disney Homeschool Days website click HERE
Six Flags Great Adventure Homeschool Day
Thursday, May 6, 2010 - Homeschoolers, their family and friends are invited to a Six Flags EXCLUSIVE EDUCATION DAY where the theme park is open only to students. Homeschoolers will enjoy EXCLUSIVE time in the Wild Safari, at the Exploration Station, at a Special Dolphin Discovery presentation and in a private catering area for the all-you-can-eat buffet! Homeschoolers may also participate in Business & Marketing Education Day, the Business & Marketing Challenge, the all new Career Day and the LearnDoEarn Scavenger Hunt! Visit Six Flags website for more information on Homeschool Day(check under events).
LEARN!
Exclusive Education Day - the theme park is open only for students and not to the public.
Homeschoolers may participate in both the Business & Marketing Education Day and the all new LearnDoEarn Career Day
presentations and activities.
EXCLUSIVE for Homeschoolers!
Drive through our 350acre wild life preserve with more than 1,200 animals representing 52 species from 6 continents open
from 9:00am - 1:00pm*.
Encounter exotic birds, snakes and reptiles and interactive exhibits at the Exploration Station from10:00am - 2:00pm*
Special Dolphin Discovery Presentation at 1:30pm*
All-you-can eat buffett lunch in a private catering area - featuring hamburgers, chicken nuggets, nachos & more from12:00 -
2:00pm in the Old Country Picnic Grove
SAVE!
All this at more than 60% off the main entrance gate!
PLUS - for every 10 admissions you purchase you will receive 1 FREE admission
*Times subject to change
PUBLICATION DATES
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