Homeschooling Struggling Learners
Sept. 28, 9PM
Oct. 26, 9PM
Is homeschooling a viable option for special needs kids? Are there particular teaching strategies that really work? How can you tell which curriculum is best for the challenges your child faces?
We want to answer your questions with two great @home e-vents crafted especially with you in mind! Faith Berens, one of HSLDA’s special needs coordinators, will present two online workshops on how to home educate your child with learning challenges.
In “Homeschooling Struggling Learners: Yes, You Can Do It!” Faith will offer tips on how to begin or continue homeschooling your struggling learner. In addition, she will provide you with information on the steps you should take to ensure that you are legally protected as a homeschooler with a special needs child. Mark Tuesday, September 28, @ 9:00 p.m. ET on your calendar and come find out how hundreds of other parents of struggling learners are teaching their kids at home!
Faith will join us again on Tuesday, October 26, @ 9:00 p.m. ET to share more about the everyday tactics and tools you need to teach your struggling learner at home. Amid a sea of curricula, learn how to find the one that is right for your child. And because teaching a special needs child requires extra steps, gain insight from someone who has developed teaching techniques based on years of experience. “The Nuts and Bolts of Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner” will leave you encouraged as well as informed.
Attending the first e-vent is not required in order to attend the second; however, we strongly encourage you to attend both to gain maximum insight about how to best educate your child.
If you can’t attend the e-vent live, don’t worry! All of our events are recorded and available to view at your convenience within a few days following the live session. If you purchase the live e-vent, you will be able to view the recording at no extra charge for 30 days. You will receive a link for the archive in your account purchase history a few days following the live e-vent.
Don’t miss these exciting e-vents—sign up now to reserve your “seat”! Register now >>. If you have any questions, please contact the @home e-vent team at Athome@hslda.org.
Showing posts with label 09 September 2010. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 09 September 2010. Show all posts
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Monday, September 13, 2010
Down Syndrome Family Fun Day
Friends Of Western Washington
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Family Fun Day
Saturday, September 25, 2010
12:00pm
Double 4 Tree Farm
4217 72nd St East, Tacoma, WA 98443
Ø This is an informal event with the simple goal of connecting families in the Down Syndrome Community.
Ø This is a potluck so bring a dish to share and a cooler with drinks for your family. You can also bring any outdoor games your kids would like to share with their new friends.
Ø The use of this venue has been donated by Bob and Jan Moore. There is a large covered area with tables and chairs in case of rain. There is also a grass area where we can set up games and kids can play.
Ø If you have any questions contact Shannon French at (253) 224-0397.
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Family Fun Day
Saturday, September 25, 2010
12:00pm
Double 4 Tree Farm
4217 72nd St East, Tacoma, WA 98443
Ø This is an informal event with the simple goal of connecting families in the Down Syndrome Community.
Ø This is a potluck so bring a dish to share and a cooler with drinks for your family. You can also bring any outdoor games your kids would like to share with their new friends.
Ø The use of this venue has been donated by Bob and Jan Moore. There is a large covered area with tables and chairs in case of rain. There is also a grass area where we can set up games and kids can play.
Ø If you have any questions contact Shannon French at (253) 224-0397.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
TACA Meeting - Improving Sensory Integration
SEPTEMBER MEETING - IMPROVING SENSORY INTEGRATION PLUS: FREE COPIES OF JODI PICCOULT'S 'HOUSE RULES' + LUCY'S COOKIES
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sept. 18th
Location: Building E Auditorium, South Campus, Bates Technical College, 2201 South 78th Street, Tacoma, WA
Christopher Heistand CCC-SLP, SLP & Renae Lewandowski, OTR/L
Effective Strategies for Improving Sensory Integration10 a.m. Sat., Sep 18th at South Campus of Bates Tech College, Tacoma
Join us as Christopher & Renae offer effective tips & strategies for addressing speech challenges, sensory processing disorders & sensory based feeding difficulties. Thanks to a generous donation, we'll be giving away hardcover copies of Jodi Picoult's House Rules (fiction - about a teenage boy with Asperger's Syndrome) and a box of Lucy's Gluten-free cookies to the first 30 families who arrive at our September TACA meeting - don't miss out!
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sept. 18th
Location: Building E Auditorium, South Campus, Bates Technical College, 2201 South 78th Street, Tacoma, WA
Christopher Heistand CCC-SLP, SLP & Renae Lewandowski, OTR/L
Effective Strategies for Improving Sensory Integration10 a.m. Sat., Sep 18th at South Campus of Bates Tech College, Tacoma
Join us as Christopher & Renae offer effective tips & strategies for addressing speech challenges, sensory processing disorders & sensory based feeding difficulties. Thanks to a generous donation, we'll be giving away hardcover copies of Jodi Picoult's House Rules (fiction - about a teenage boy with Asperger's Syndrome) and a box of Lucy's Gluten-free cookies to the first 30 families who arrive at our September TACA meeting - don't miss out!
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Gluten Free Support Meeting Gig Harbor
GLUTEN FREE MEETING
SEPTEMBER 15TH
Peninsula Retirement Gig Harbor
6:00
Join us for a night of fun and sampling
Granny LaLa's bakery will be offerings samples of
GF, dairy, egg, soy, nut, peanut and corn free
goodies baked in a dedicated facility!
Bring your check book or cash as she will
have product available for sale through Harbor Green's
Lorri Jones from Blazing Onion
will be there to introduce their new GF menu
Metagenics protein bars will be available for sampling
they are the yummy with 20 grams of protein and a net carb of 3
Bring a friend this will be a casual night of sharing and getting
to know some of the newer members of the group!
See you then,
Gay McCray
(253) 851-4610
Facebook: Gig Harbor Gluten Free
Be our friend
SEPTEMBER 15TH
Peninsula Retirement Gig Harbor
6:00
Join us for a night of fun and sampling
Granny LaLa's bakery will be offerings samples of
GF, dairy, egg, soy, nut, peanut and corn free
goodies baked in a dedicated facility!
Bring your check book or cash as she will
have product available for sale through Harbor Green's
Lorri Jones from Blazing Onion
will be there to introduce their new GF menu
Metagenics protein bars will be available for sampling
they are the yummy with 20 grams of protein and a net carb of 3
Bring a friend this will be a casual night of sharing and getting
to know some of the newer members of the group!
See you then,
Gay McCray
(253) 851-4610
Facebook: Gig Harbor Gluten Free
Be our friend
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
New Award to recognize Disability Advocate of the Year - Nominations being accepted
The City of Tacoma’s Commission on Disabilities has created a new award to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of disabilities. Nominations are being solicited for this prestigious award. The deadline is September 19, 2010 at 5 pm. a
Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The 10 Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award seeks to recognize and honor the contribution of advocates who, through their work in the community, have made outstanding efforts to increase the awareness of disability issues in the general community, to work towards the removal of both physical and bias related barriers for people with disabilities, and to speak for and represent those who cannot represent themselves.
There are two award categories.
1. Volunteer Advocate - recognizes the outstanding efforts of an individual dedicated to improving conditions and opportunities in the community for individuals with disabilities. They should be a positive role model whose actions encourage others to follow in their footsteps.
2. Professional Advocate - recognizes the outstanding work in the community by an individual employed in a role that improves conditions and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Their actions should positively impact their organization and the clients they serve.
Expectations of Recipients:
• Contribution and/or activity must have been performed in the Greater Tacoma
area for a minimum of one calendar year.
• Award recipients will be asked to attend a recognition event during Disability Awareness month in October.
• Award recipients may be asked to do media interviews.
A nominee is not eligible if:
• The nomination form is incomplete.
• She/He is currently serving on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities.
• She/He has received the award within the last four years.
For a nomination form or more information contact: email Gail Himes at ghimes@cityoftacoma.org, or call 253-591-5785, TTY 253- 591-5153
Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The 10 Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award seeks to recognize and honor the contribution of advocates who, through their work in the community, have made outstanding efforts to increase the awareness of disability issues in the general community, to work towards the removal of both physical and bias related barriers for people with disabilities, and to speak for and represent those who cannot represent themselves.
There are two award categories.
1. Volunteer Advocate - recognizes the outstanding efforts of an individual dedicated to improving conditions and opportunities in the community for individuals with disabilities. They should be a positive role model whose actions encourage others to follow in their footsteps.
2. Professional Advocate - recognizes the outstanding work in the community by an individual employed in a role that improves conditions and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Their actions should positively impact their organization and the clients they serve.
Expectations of Recipients:
• Contribution and/or activity must have been performed in the Greater Tacoma
area for a minimum of one calendar year.
• Award recipients will be asked to attend a recognition event during Disability Awareness month in October.
• Award recipients may be asked to do media interviews.
A nominee is not eligible if:
• The nomination form is incomplete.
• She/He is currently serving on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities.
• She/He has received the award within the last four years.
For a nomination form or more information contact: email Gail Himes at ghimes@cityoftacoma.org, or call 253-591-5785, TTY 253- 591-5153
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Sensory Friendly Movie - The Return of Nanny McPhee
What: Sensory Friendly Movie -- The Return of Nanny McPhee
When: Saturday, September 4, 2010 10:00 AM
Where: AMC Loew's Woodinville 12
17640 Garden Way
Woodinville, WA 98072
(888) 262-4386
When: Saturday, September 4, 2010 10:00 AM
Where: AMC Loew's Woodinville 12
17640 Garden Way
Woodinville, WA 98072
(888) 262-4386
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Interventions and Resources - MOCHA Meeting (Autism)
Septemeber 2010:
Date & Time: Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm
Topic: "Interventions and resources we've found to be helpful." Come
join us for some information and some time to share your/our experiences
on this journey.
Place: Canyon Park Tully's, just off I-405 at the Canyon Park exit,
right across the street from the QFC/Starbucks at 228th and
Bothell-Everett Highway. For those with special diets Tully's offers
different milk options: cow, soy and rice.
Tully's at Canyon Park - 22615 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell WA
98021, 425-487-3517. For directions see:
http://www.tullysco ffeeshops. com/storelocator /index.aspx
For those with special diets Tully's offers different milk options:
cow, soy and rice.
No RSVP needed, but always appreciated.
Contact: Janelle Hall, 206-371-5128,
tallcedars@comcast. net OR Sarah Richards, 425-260-1190,
buggy2005@comcast. net.
Date & Time: Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm
Topic: "Interventions and resources we've found to be helpful." Come
join us for some information and some time to share your/our experiences
on this journey.
Place: Canyon Park Tully's, just off I-405 at the Canyon Park exit,
right across the street from the QFC/Starbucks at 228th and
Bothell-Everett Highway. For those with special diets Tully's offers
different milk options: cow, soy and rice.
Tully's at Canyon Park - 22615 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell WA
98021, 425-487-3517. For directions see:
http://www.tullysco ffeeshops. com/storelocator /index.aspx
For those with special diets Tully's offers different milk options:
cow, soy and rice.
No RSVP needed, but always appreciated.
Contact: Janelle Hall, 206-371-5128,
tallcedars@comcast. net OR Sarah Richards, 425-260-1190,
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
PC2 for Dev. Disabilities Leadership Training Class
PC2 for Developmental Disabilities is currently recruiting for its
2010-2011 Leadership Training Class!
Participants will receive training in Legislative Advocacy, Overview
of Developmental Disabilities’ History & Systems, Communication, Team
Building, & much more!! Graduates will become more effective
advocates for their children or loved ones who experience a
developmental disability.
Training Schedule:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
December 3-5, 2010 (Legislative week-end in Olympia)
January, 2011 - Legislative Reception (in Olympia)
Saturday, February 19, 2011
March, 2011 - Advocacy Day (in Olympia)
April, 2011 - Individual Project Presentation
October, 2011 - Group Project
September 2010 training will be held at Pierce Co. Soundview Building,
3611 South D Street, Tacoma. Subsequent trainings will be held at
TACID, 6315 So. 19th St., Tacoma. Childcare reimbursement stipends are
available. For more information or an application, please call PC2 at
253.564.0707.
2010-2011 Leadership Training Class!
Participants will receive training in Legislative Advocacy, Overview
of Developmental Disabilities’ History & Systems, Communication, Team
Building, & much more!! Graduates will become more effective
advocates for their children or loved ones who experience a
developmental disability.
Training Schedule:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
December 3-5, 2010 (Legislative week-end in Olympia)
January, 2011 - Legislative Reception (in Olympia)
Saturday, February 19, 2011
March, 2011 - Advocacy Day (in Olympia)
April, 2011 - Individual Project Presentation
October, 2011 - Group Project
September 2010 training will be held at Pierce Co. Soundview Building,
3611 South D Street, Tacoma. Subsequent trainings will be held at
TACID, 6315 So. 19th St., Tacoma. Childcare reimbursement stipends are
available. For more information or an application, please call PC2 at
253.564.0707.
PAVE Helping Parent Program
There is an opportunity to become a Helping Parent through PAVE. They
will be having an 8-hour Parent to Parent training (broken into two
sessions) that will cover the following areas:
1) Communication Skills and Emotional Response
2) Coping Strategies
3) Parent to Parent procedures and Community Resources
4) Family to Family Health Care and Information
After the training you become a Helping Parent. When a call comes in
from a parent that just received a diagnosis and wants to talk with
another parent, a helping parent is matched to be a resource for that
person. If you are interested and would like more details, please
contact Susan Jackson at PAVE via email at sjackson@wapave.org.
will be having an 8-hour Parent to Parent training (broken into two
sessions) that will cover the following areas:
1) Communication Skills and Emotional Response
2) Coping Strategies
3) Parent to Parent procedures and Community Resources
4) Family to Family Health Care and Information
After the training you become a Helping Parent. When a call comes in
from a parent that just received a diagnosis and wants to talk with
another parent, a helping parent is matched to be a resource for that
person. If you are interested and would like more details, please
contact Susan Jackson at PAVE via email at sjackson@wapave.org.
NEW TOPSoccer Group in Pierce County Area
A new TOPSoccer group is forming in the south Pierce County area.
TOPSoccer is a great opportunity for kids with any diagnosis to
participate in soccer and have a one-on-one buddy to help facilitate
their experience.
TOPSoccer in the South Pierce County Area will meet at:
Tillicum Elementary School
8514 Maple Street SW
Lakewood, WA
It's very convenient for military families and right off I-5. The
coach has 10 years experience working with special needs children and
20 years playing and coaching soccer. We will be meeting Sundays from
3-4pm. There will be a parent meeting beforehand, unfortunately we
are still waiting on the okay for field usage. The great thing about
TOPSoccer, each child will have their own buddy! If you prefer to
furnish your buddy for your child, please let us know.
If you are interested, you will need to register with the Washington
Youth Soccer, at:
http://www.wsysa.com/Community/TOPSoccer/TOPSoccerInformation/TOPSoccerRegistration/tabid/1023/language/en-US/Default.aspx
-You will see another link that will open up to the actual registration page.
If you have questions, please contact Jennie directly at
jennie.burton@gmail.com or via phone at 206.366.5633.
TOPSoccer is a great opportunity for kids with any diagnosis to
participate in soccer and have a one-on-one buddy to help facilitate
their experience.
TOPSoccer in the South Pierce County Area will meet at:
Tillicum Elementary School
8514 Maple Street SW
Lakewood, WA
It's very convenient for military families and right off I-5. The
coach has 10 years experience working with special needs children and
20 years playing and coaching soccer. We will be meeting Sundays from
3-4pm. There will be a parent meeting beforehand, unfortunately we
are still waiting on the okay for field usage. The great thing about
TOPSoccer, each child will have their own buddy! If you prefer to
furnish your buddy for your child, please let us know.
If you are interested, you will need to register with the Washington
Youth Soccer, at:
http://www.wsysa.com/Community/TOPSoccer/TOPSoccerInformation/TOPSoccerRegistration/tabid/1023/language/en-US/Default.aspx
-You will see another link that will open up to the actual registration page.
If you have questions, please contact Jennie directly at
jennie.burton@gmail.com or via phone at 206.366.5633.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Free Event Sept 9th, Kirkland Library - Speaker Blake Boles presente
Teaching Parents Association
provides information, support and activities to Eastside Homeschool
families is proud to welcome Blake Boles! This special FREE presentation
on September 9th from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Kirkland Library is for
parents and teens to discuss transitions between high school and college
in a casual Q&A format.
**Seating is limited to 130 in the venue. Please RSVP to
Julie@valvanos. com if you are able to attend.
Blake Boles works extensively with teens outside of traditional high
school. Blake designs and leads international adventures and domestic
leadership programs for self-directed teens through his company Unschool
Adventures. He is the author of College Without High School, the former
acting director of a wilderness summer camp, and an advisor to
unschooling teens at Not Back to School Camp.
After a traditional public school upbringing and halfway through an
astrophysics major at UC Berkeley, Blake read a John Taylor Gatto book
and immediately rearranged his major to exclusively study the wide world
of alternative education. He has worked as an outdoor science teacher,
snowboarding market researcher, high-volume cook, freelance web
designer, and windsurfing and tree climbing instructor. He's most often
found in California or Oregon, and he travels widely.
Blake holds a B.A. from the University of California at Berkeley,
Wilderness First Responder certification, and Wilderness First Aid
instructor certification. When not working with teens, Blake enjoys
ultra-light backpacking, Frisbee, cappuccinos, couch surfing, and
never-ending reading & writing.
(In addition Blake will be selling his book College Without High School,
via PayPal. Just send $17 to the account "yourstruly@blakebol es.com".
Blake will bring the number of books equal to the number of orders
received (plus a few for parking lot stragglers).
Thank you and hope to see you there,
Julie Valvano, TPA President
Please feel free to forward to other homeschool groups or individuals
that may be interested in attending this event. It is important that
everyone RSVP.
provides information, support and activities to Eastside Homeschool
families is proud to welcome Blake Boles! This special FREE presentation
on September 9th from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Kirkland Library is for
parents and teens to discuss transitions between high school and college
in a casual Q&A format.
**Seating is limited to 130 in the venue. Please RSVP to
Julie@valvanos. com if you are able to attend.
Blake Boles works extensively with teens outside of traditional high
school. Blake designs and leads international adventures and domestic
leadership programs for self-directed teens through his company Unschool
Adventures. He is the author of College Without High School, the former
acting director of a wilderness summer camp, and an advisor to
unschooling teens at Not Back to School Camp.
After a traditional public school upbringing and halfway through an
astrophysics major at UC Berkeley, Blake read a John Taylor Gatto book
and immediately rearranged his major to exclusively study the wide world
of alternative education. He has worked as an outdoor science teacher,
snowboarding market researcher, high-volume cook, freelance web
designer, and windsurfing and tree climbing instructor. He's most often
found in California or Oregon, and he travels widely.
Blake holds a B.A. from the University of California at Berkeley,
Wilderness First Responder certification, and Wilderness First Aid
instructor certification. When not working with teens, Blake enjoys
ultra-light backpacking, Frisbee, cappuccinos, couch surfing, and
never-ending reading & writing.
(In addition Blake will be selling his book College Without High School,
via PayPal. Just send $17 to the account "yourstruly@blakebol es.com".
Blake will bring the number of books equal to the number of orders
received (plus a few for parking lot stragglers).
Thank you and hope to see you there,
Julie Valvano, TPA President
Please feel free to forward to other homeschool groups or individuals
that may be interested in attending this event. It is important that
everyone RSVP.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Institute for Excellence in Writing Programs
Institute for Excellence in Writing presents
Four Days of writing workshops
with Andrew Pudewa
Location:
The College of Idaho (Simplot Hall, South Dining Room)
2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell, ID 83605
Dates: September 8-11, 2010
Please forward this message to friends and colleagues!
For more information or to register for these events,
please visit www.excellenceinwriting.com/events
or call 800.856.5815
Wednesday, Sept. 8:
Introductory Student Workshops*
Workshops for those students with little or no previous IEW experience
Cost: $20.00 per student
• Grades 2–4 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
• Grades 5–7 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
• Grades 8–10 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Thursday, Sept. 9:
Advanced Student Workshops*
A day of classes for those students with a year or more of IEW experience
Cost: $25.00 per student.
• Story Writing (Grades 3-8) 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
• Research (Grades 5-10) 11:30 AM–2:00 PM
• Creative Writing (Grades 5-10) 2:30 PM–5:00 PM
Thursday, Sept. 9: PUBLIC EVENING WORKSHOP – NO CHARGE 7:00–8:30 PM Nurturing Excellent Communicators: The Power of Linguistic Patterns
Many parents think that good readers will naturally become good writers. Others think that writing talent is just that—a natural ability—some have it; others don't. Both are myths. History and modern research show very clearly how good writers have developed. What are the two most critical things you can do as a parent to develop a high level of aptitude, from a young age and into high school? With humor and insight, Andrew will share the two easy but unbelievably powerful things you can do to build language patterns and nurture competent communicators in your family.
Friday, Sept. 10:
Mini Conference for Homeschooling Parents & Teachers
Join Andrew for one session or the whole day of seminars selected especially for your educational community.
Cost: $50.00 per family for the whole day or $15 per session per person.
• 8:30–10:00 AM Reaching the Reluctant Writer
• 10:15–11:45 AM Developing the Essayist
• 12:45–2:15 PM Spelling & the Brain
• 2:30–4:15 PM The Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing
Saturday, Sept. 11: High School Essay Intensive
8:30 AM–3:30 PM
For students preparing for college
Cost: $50 Accompanying Parent: $25.00 (Grades 9–12)
Get immediate experience and inside tips on how to do your best on the
SAT or ACT essay. Also includes strategies for composing the college
application personal essay.
*The Student Workshops are enjoyable, informative and motivating for the children who attend, but they are also meant to serve as demonstration classes. Parents are encouraged to remain in the room, observing and participating with their child. Please make arrangements for the care of non-enrolled siblings. At least one parent must register for one or more sessions of the Friday Mini Conference to enroll students in the Student Workshops. Please register early as these workshops fill fast. Sorry, no enrollment accepted at the door for Student and High School Workshops.
For more information or to register call 800.856.5815 or visit www.excellenceinwriting.com/events
Four Days of writing workshops
with Andrew Pudewa
Location:
The College of Idaho (Simplot Hall, South Dining Room)
2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell, ID 83605
Dates: September 8-11, 2010
Please forward this message to friends and colleagues!
For more information or to register for these events,
please visit www.excellenceinwriting.com/events
or call 800.856.5815
Wednesday, Sept. 8:
Introductory Student Workshops*
Workshops for those students with little or no previous IEW experience
Cost: $20.00 per student
• Grades 2–4 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
• Grades 5–7 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
• Grades 8–10 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Thursday, Sept. 9:
Advanced Student Workshops*
A day of classes for those students with a year or more of IEW experience
Cost: $25.00 per student.
• Story Writing (Grades 3-8) 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
• Research (Grades 5-10) 11:30 AM–2:00 PM
• Creative Writing (Grades 5-10) 2:30 PM–5:00 PM
Thursday, Sept. 9: PUBLIC EVENING WORKSHOP – NO CHARGE 7:00–8:30 PM Nurturing Excellent Communicators: The Power of Linguistic Patterns
Many parents think that good readers will naturally become good writers. Others think that writing talent is just that—a natural ability—some have it; others don't. Both are myths. History and modern research show very clearly how good writers have developed. What are the two most critical things you can do as a parent to develop a high level of aptitude, from a young age and into high school? With humor and insight, Andrew will share the two easy but unbelievably powerful things you can do to build language patterns and nurture competent communicators in your family.
Friday, Sept. 10:
Mini Conference for Homeschooling Parents & Teachers
Join Andrew for one session or the whole day of seminars selected especially for your educational community.
Cost: $50.00 per family for the whole day or $15 per session per person.
• 8:30–10:00 AM Reaching the Reluctant Writer
• 10:15–11:45 AM Developing the Essayist
• 12:45–2:15 PM Spelling & the Brain
• 2:30–4:15 PM The Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing
Saturday, Sept. 11: High School Essay Intensive
8:30 AM–3:30 PM
For students preparing for college
Cost: $50 Accompanying Parent: $25.00 (Grades 9–12)
Get immediate experience and inside tips on how to do your best on the
SAT or ACT essay. Also includes strategies for composing the college
application personal essay.
*The Student Workshops are enjoyable, informative and motivating for the children who attend, but they are also meant to serve as demonstration classes. Parents are encouraged to remain in the room, observing and participating with their child. Please make arrangements for the care of non-enrolled siblings. At least one parent must register for one or more sessions of the Friday Mini Conference to enroll students in the Student Workshops. Please register early as these workshops fill fast. Sorry, no enrollment accepted at the door for Student and High School Workshops.
For more information or to register call 800.856.5815 or visit www.excellenceinwriting.com/events
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