Introduction to Home Education Workshop

This FREE workshop is chock full of home schooling information. It is intense and packed with lots of information. Though the workshop is not really geared for children, they are welcome to come. As a nonprofit organization we are here to assist you in your choice to home school. As home educators ourselves, our hopes are for you to gain confidence and learn the many resources available to you. Come and learn the many tricks of the trade from veteran home educators who will be there to answer your questions.

Here are just a few of the topics that will be covered.

• What are the Arizona Home Schooling laws
• What is Home Education
• Local and world wide resources for home educators
• Find the best books and curriculum
• Finding the best deals
• Options that can fit your families life style and budget
• Learn about the many curriculum choices and styles
• Learn different approaches to home schooling while using certain curriculums
• Finding a support group
• Setting up your home schooling day from chores to scheduling

2004 Location:
Fire Station #30
2701 West Belmont (27th Avenue between Glendale & Northern Avenues)
Phoenix, AZ

2004 Dates & Times:
7-9:30 PM | September 20, October 18, November 15, 2004.

2005 Location:
Grand Canyon Univsersity - Wallace Room 1
3300 West Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ

2005 Dates & Times:
6 -9 PM | January 17, February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, 2005.

First Base: Thinking About Home Schooling

Homeschooling is not necessarily the best option for everyone; still, it's such a fabulous alternative that no one should reject it without first researching this unique way of schooling.

This course will provide you with the basic fundamentals of homeschooling. We will provide you in-depth and comprehensive information needed to help you succeed in schooling your children at home. Major topics include: Arizona law and how to comply, how to get started, socialization, setting goals, teaching and learning styles, creating and organizing your day, choosing curriculum to match your child’s needs, finding resources, developing lessons plans, record keeping and more!

Note: Any reading on homeschooling would be helpful. Each participant will receive a course workbook that will contain check-off lists, copies of reusable forms, numerous helpful tips and invaluable resources.

Second Base: How Does a Home Schooler Get Into College?

No longer are homeschoolers having to pound on the admission doors of colleges and universities pleading, “Let us in.” Today, leading schools across America are pleading, “Please come in!” After all, the secret is out – homeschoolers bring a strong academic education as well as an acquired love for learning to any college or university they attend. Thus, many schools are aggressively seeking out homeschooled students.

We will answer the many questions associated with preparing homeschooler for college, from laying a good foundation to customizing your child’s coursework to fit their goals. This innovative comprehensive course will provide you with practical, hands-on information for preparing your students through high school for college and/or career. Topics include: Coursework, Take Those Tests, Creative Resumes, Transcripts, Requesting Applications and Information, Career Search, Organization Made Easy, Writing Persuasive Essays, Timeline, Financial Aid, Understanding Scholarships and more!

Third Base: How Does a Home Educator Stay Organized?

Coming Soon.

Home Run : How Does a Home Educator Stay Organized?

Coming Soon.