March 17, 2009
The Number One Reason to Homeschool
By: Davis Carman
I hope the following "top ten" list gives you a reason to smile. These may not be actual reasons that families choose to homeschool, but they sure are some of the real life benefits you can enjoy. Drum roll please.
- Your kids never miss the bus.
- Reading the Bible and prayer are allowed in the classroom.
- You don't have to make up snow days because you never miss school due to bad weather.
- You don't need a note for the teacher when you visit the doctor.
- You can wear pajamas all day long if you like.
- Recess can last two hours on a nice, sunny day.
- Your children don't have to read until they are actually ready.
- Playing with Legos ® can count as learning.
- The principal and teacher can kiss and hug in front of the students.
ApologiaLive Conference for Homeschool Moms
The first ApologiaLive conference for homeschool moms is now history. Two hundred women from 16 states worshipped Christ, celebrated the homeschool journey, and spent a weekend being affirmed and encouraged.
Five veteran homeschool moms spoke on various aspects of "Walking in the Light." Debra Bell opened the conference with a message centered on a walk in the light of His grace. Sally Clarkson concluded Friday night focusing on a walk in the light of His joy. Elizabeth Smith started Saturday morning with a walk in the light of His wisdom, followed by Zan Tyler with an intent look at a walk in the light of His Word. Rachael Carman wrapped things up with an inspiring charge to walk in the light of His plan everyday.
Listen to what attendees had to say:
- "This was just what I needed."
- "Thanks for the focus on Jesus Christ and His Word."
- "The conference exceeded my expectations."
- "Next year I'm bringing more friends."
- "Wow!"
You can order an audio CD for any of the five sessions by calling the Apologia office at 888-524-4724 or online by clicking this link.
ApologiaLive will be in two locations next year. You can go online to register now.
- February 26-27
- March 12-13
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Chicago |
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Baltimore |
ApologiaAcademy Online Courses
Registration begins this month for the new ApologiaAcademy. The online classes will start this fall with courses in science, Bible, worldview, and apologetics. You can visit www.ApologiaAcademy.com to get more details on topics such as the academic calendar, class times, prices, frequently asked questions, and registration.
Registration begins March 23 for missionary, military, and overseas families. All other families (USA and other countries) can register beginning March 30. Each class size is limited and seats will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Click here to get the details and register.
Resources for Life and Homeschool
Exploring Creation with Biology by Marilyn Durnell and Dr. Jay Wile is one of the most popular science texts offered by Apologia. This text is a college-prep course that provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology. Heavily emphasizing the vocabulary of biology, it provides the student with a strong background in the scientific method, the five-kingdom classification scheme, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, evolution, dissection, and ecosystems. It also provides a compete survey of the five kingdoms in creation.
Click here to order this curriculum for your homeschool.
Apologia Speakers on the Road
March is when the state homeschool convention season begins in earnest. We hope to see you at a conference sometime this year. Here is a list of the places Apologia will be in the coming weeks.
- March 26-28
- March 27-28
- April 3-4
- April 3-4
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St. Louis, MO (Dr. Jay Wile will be speaking here. ) | |
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Peoria, IL | |
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Indianapolis. IN | |
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St. Paul, MN |
Walking in the Light of Christ,
http://www.apologia.com