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I wanted to let you know about a great organization that has supported/supplemented many homeschooling families: the University of California 4-H Youth Development Program!
We have been involved with 4-H for about 7 years now. There are numerous opportunities within 4-H, but some of my favorite things about it are:
--interest based (youth members choose projects/activities which interest them)
--“learning by doing” (hands-on learning opportunities)
--leadership, citizenship and communication skills development
--fun!
--varying levels of involvement/commitment to meet the family’s /individual’s needs
--Appreciation/understanding of the different needs of varying levels of childhood development
--Mixed aged groups valued (like with home education); older members model leadership which inspires and motivates younger members.
--As 4-H members, homeschoolers get to experience parliamentary procedure and the democratic process of voting, elections, etc. – something traditionally educated students usually get at school.
I’m pasting a bit more info below. And NO! you don’t have to own livestock to join 4-H! Projects range from cooking to sewing to bicycle repair and SO much more!
A year ago, I became a 4-H Adult Leader for a brand new club in Sac County: Sequoia Valley. We meet the 2nd Thursday of each month in the Arden area. However, there are 18 clubs in Sac County that meet at various times each month. Some clubs are small and some quite large. (SV is small with about 12 members currently.)
Club meetings are run, by large, by the youth leaders. Each club has elected officers (President, VP, etc.). Many ‘jr’ positions are available to younger members (Sergeant-at-arms, Song Leader, etc.).
Although you can join 4-H anytime, September is when most clubs gear up for the year.
I am happy to answer any questions, so feel free to contact me about 4-H anytime. (And more info is pasted below; here is the Sacramento County 4-H website:http://cesacramento.ucanr.edu/4H/.
Sandi Russi
Sequoia Valley 4-H Club Leader
916-606-0799
"That which we are, we shall teach, not voluntarily, but involuntarily." – Ralph Waldo Emerson
The purpose of the 4-HYouth DevelopmentProgram is to help young people discover and develop their potential and grow into competent, contributing, and caring citizens. Learn by doing activities, youth-adult partnerships, and research-based educational programs help young people enhance their leadership abilities and develop a wide range of other life skills.
In 4-H there is something for everyone. In Sacramento County we have 18 Community Clubs providing more than 50 different projects. We also have active camp and after school science programs. For a description of some of our programs, please check out the following links.
If you are interested in helping as a volunteer, please check out the "Volunteer" link in our top menu bar!!
4-H Pledge
I pledge...
My Head to clearer thinking, My Heart to greater loyalty, My Hands to larger service, And my Health to better living, For my club, my community, my country, and my world!
PE Soccer is starting soon and it is now time to register. Please visit our web site at www.emhsports.com and find a location near you. Many of our "wish list" locations are being made active this week, and remember, if we don't have a location near you, please let us know and we will bring one to you!
Soccer
Participants will practice dribbling, passing/receiving, and finishing/shooting drills. There will also be plenty of fun exercises to enhance motor coordination. Proper footwork, positional play, crosses, distribution and a number of other techniques will be covered. Games will be played at each class. Grades PreK-12th (classes divided in into age appropriate groups).
I would like to invite you to join my group of homeschoolers to attend the overnight field trip to Sutter's Fort.
The date is November 12th. Which is coming very quickly. If you have always wanted your children to participate in this event please check out my website livinghistoryevents.net for more information.
I do all of the work and planning for you. You just come in period clothing with some knowledge of the fort and it's history. I do the rest.
Please feel free to share and pass on this information. You will find a flyer attached.
Respectfully,
Shannon Briggs
Living History Event Planner/Coordinator 530-852-2797
Folsom Library Book Sale - Sept 13-15 Next book sale is Sept. 13-15 Our huge semiannual book sales have become locally famous. For this one, Sept. 13-15, we are offering a new addition: a substantial collection of recently received vintage books, many of them 19th-century classics. They will be priced "as marked" but far below market value. Here are the sale details: • Friday 5-8 p.m.: Preview night -- first choices. $5 (under 12 and Friends members free) • Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Free admission • Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Free admission. All the books you can stuff in a bag for $5! Email: Friends of the Folsom Library We have 1000s of books, all genres, most 75¢ to $2, plus other items. Check us out at the Folsom Public Library, 411 Stafford St. All our fundraising supports the library. And don't miss our annual vintage book sale at the Folsom Renaissance Faire Sept. 19-20. We'll have a new selection of old books.
In conjunction with the North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals (NACCAP), representatives from over 35 regional and national Christian colleges and universities will be available to speak with students, parents, pastors and school counselors from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Bridgeway Christian Church, 3735 Placer Corporate Dr., Rocklin. Additionally, there will be two (2) financial aid seminars to inform families about the distinctives of financing a private higher education.
Wondering what distinguishes a Christian university from other institutions of higher learning? Discover the differences at the largest Christian College Fair in California! William Jessup University will be joined by many other institutions including Azusa Pacific University, Biola University, Point Loma Nazarene University, Seattle Pacific University and Westmont College. Schools from the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, Texas and Canada will also be represented. This is a unique opportunity to discover how a Christian education may be an important part of your students’ college future.
There are also 2 upcoming events if your student is interested in learning more about a career in the military:
MILITARY ACADEMY NIGHT - TUES., OCTOBER 8TH - 6:30 - 8 PM @ ANTELOPE HS
MILITARY ACADEMY DAY - SAT., SEPTEMBER 14 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ RANCHO CORDOVA CITY HALL
Christian College Day September 16, 2013 at Capital Christian High School. For more information or to RSVP contact Meagan Wilcox at Capital Christian High School at Meagan.Wilcox@ccscougars.org.
Christian College Fair, Sept. Sept. 16, 2013 at Bridgeway Christian Church in Rocklin. From 6-8 pm. Goggle it for more info or directions.
There are several options for classes in Speech and Debate this coming year! A brand new class just opened in Auburn. Visit our website to register and to see all of our class and club offerings.
Speech Smarts (4th- 8th grade) Independent 6-week classes, 1 hr/week. $100 per class
9/9-10/14: Let's Speak Up! Writing and delivering a platform speech
10/21-11/28: Let's Say it Now! Impromptu speaking
§Improves writing skills, including organization and logic
§Enhances voice control, enunciation, vocabulary
§Develops poise, eye contact, body language
Communications I and II (9th grade and up) Year-long classes with opportunities for local speech and debate competition between classes. 2 hours per week. $250 per semester
§All of the above! Plus debate adds:
§Critical thinking
§Research
In addition to these new classes, we are also teaching classes Thursday afternoons at Agape Learning Center in Lincoln. See their website for details. www.agapelearning.net
For private independent Christian homeschoolers, there is also Auburn Speech and Debate Club, a competitive club meeting Thursday evenings, 6-9pm in Rocklin.
CB MUSIC STUDIOS Theory-Based ¯ Family-Friendly ¯ Music Education
Give your child/teen the learning advantage!
Winner of the Press Tribune’s Best of the Best award and Finalist in the KCRA-3 A-List for the whole Sacramento and surrounding regions, CB Music Studios provides outstanding music education.
With teachers who focus on developing musicianship in a positive andencouraging environment, you can say goodbye to guessing, and know you have come to the right place.
“CB Music Studios has amazing teachers who inspire my children to love music.”
Join us for quality, personalized instruction with many benefits:
·Very competitively priced; family and other discounts available
·Training/coaching students to move into a worship band setting
·Approved vendors for Horizon, Visions, and South Sutter
·Private and group lessons for ages 5 to adults
·Day and evening lessons available
·Instruction in voice, piano, guitar, drums, trumpet, violin, saxophone, flute, clarinet, and yes...even harmonica!
Israel Wayne is a homeschool dad and speaker – he came to the SCOPE Conference a couple years ago and was absolutely wonderful. He will be here in these locations this week (free Event; love offering taken and resources for purchase):
Tuesday August 27
Community Christian Reformed Church, 131 W F St, Oakdale, CA 95361
Thursday, August 29th at Generations Church - 7:00-9:00 pm - 2418 O Street, Sacramento— Plenty of Parking - “Defending the Christian Faith and Developing a Biblical World View”
HS SAT Prep Class Attn Juniors & Seniors! The Fall SAT Prep Class is almost here! This five week course starts on September 28th. The cost of the course is $250 and includes the text. To sign up or get more information, contact the Meagan Wilcox at Capital Christian High School at Meagan.Wilcox@ccscougars.org.
Christian College Day September 16, 2013 at Capital Christian High School. For more information or to RSVP contact Meagan Wilcox at Capital Christian High School at Meagan.Wilcox@ccscougars.org.
San Juan Unified School District College Night
6 – 8 pm on Thursday, September 26th, 2013
Rio Americano HS Large and Small Gyms
dozens of private and state colleges, universities and military academies represented
University Visits at Bella Vista HS (I just found these, have never done them, don’t know how they work, but suggest you call the school office to inquire if you’re interested)
8301 Madison Ave, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (916) 971-5052
Good news though! AlphaCard.com is currently offering FREE homeschool student ID cards including free shipping! These are professionally produced ID cards used by high schools and universities nationwide. Plus, having a student ID can help your homeschooler receive students discounts at many stores and restaurants!
Fine print: There is a limit of 5 ID cards per household. We reserve the right to end the program earlier than scheduled based on capacity. Any submissions deemed fraudulent or inappropriate will not be fulfilled. We will not be responsible for any errors, misprints, or cards lost in the mail. Please allow 2-4 weeks for delivery.
There is still time to sign up, if you are interested in a class and it is full please still contact us. Families are juggling their schedules at this time of year and spots may open up. Call us at (916) 784-1717 for more info or to register.
(Sacramento Area Homeschool Email) I am hosting a Labrat class in our home.
We have done many classes in our home with Becky and we love them.
Here are the details for this class.
Lab: Astronomy 1 Dates: Thursdays, 9/5 - 9/26 Time: 12:30 - 2:00 Location: In our home in Curtis Park, near midtown in Sacramento
This Astronomy 1 Lab will cover the following: 3, 2, 1... Blast Off! Rockets Look to the Stars Our Solar System Earth's Rotation and Revolution
The next class will be: Astronomy 2 Lab will cover: Lunar and Solar Eclipses The Mighty Sun To the Stars Comet Tails and Meteor Trails Stay tune for details on this class.
