Nov 10, 2020

Homeschooling 102!

 


WED., NOV 11TH AT 7 PM CST – 9 PM CST

Homeschooling 102

Online Event

Hosted by Homeschool Resource Center at the Johnsburg Public Library and Wentz Educational Services

If you are thinking about starting homeschooling or began recently and are looking for some additional information or "tweaks" this is a great workshop for you. Join us with your questions!
This program will not be recorded in order to preserve privacy of attendees.
Zoom link will be posted in the comments section. 


Oct 20, 2020

The Cure for the Math Curse Workshop

 


MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2020 AT 6:30 PM CST

The Cure for the Math Curse

Online Event Sponsored by the Lake Villa District Library
Most of us worry about math more than any other topic and that is often because we feel we don't know it well ourselves because we were taught using a failed math education policy. So why reproduce your failed math education policy on your children? In this workshop you will learn tips, tricks, and activities to help revitalize your love of math and encourage you to explore new ways of teaching this amazingly fun topic. If possible, please have a notebook and a deck of cards with you when you join us!
To obtain the Zoom link for this event please visit https://lvdl.libnet.info/event/4649680?fbclid=IwAR1QqZEzlkdCKi-8PTGK-hydVC_a_OHuXwodCGICEiJX_TKECpc1xk3Xy-s

Oct 8, 2020


WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2020 AT 7 PM CDT

Homeschooling Students with Special Needs

Approximately 25 percent of homeschooling families have at least one student with special needs. These special needs can be physical, emotional, or educational. Dealing with these unique needs means creating a unique, supportive learning environment. A panel of experts in various fields will help you better understand how best to meet your child’s unique situation and succeed beyond your wildest dreams.
We are thrilled to announce the return of the amazing Jean Kulczyk, M.Ed., Edu. Consultant, and Special Education Advocate. Joining her on the panel will be local service providers Jamie Fox, M.A., CCC-SRP/L with Pediatric Interactions; Tracy Lyndon, OTR/L with Therapeutic Links, PC; and Christine Schramm M.S. CCC-SLP/L of Mobile Therapy Centers of America, LLC.

To register and request the Zoom link please contact Kathy at kwentz899261@gmail.com

Sep 20, 2020

Homeschool workshops for the end of September:

 Mark your calendars! 




Workshops are Free, on Zoom with links posted 24 hours in advance, and NOT recorded so that attendees can ask questions.  

Jul 6, 2020

COVID-19 and the Public School Response

I have seen that a number of school districts are sending out surveys asking, among other things, if you will be homeschooling next year. I've also seen concern from the homeschool community about this as it could possibly be a back-door registration of your homeschool.
While I think that is a very valid concern if the information was being submitted to the Superintendent of Schools office or the State of Illinois - in this case it is not. Instead, in this case, letting the public schools know early that you aren't coming back is a kindness. It lets them better manage their budget.
Families and schools both find themselves in an unprecedented situation.The schools aren't sure what is happening next fall and, as a result, neither do the families.
The schools are spending money hand over fist trying to create an environment that will be safe for both the students and their staff. At the same time they realize they may be losing a significant percentage of their students. This means they also would be losing a large percentage of their funding!
Families, on the other hand are dealing with a variety of situations:
* Some have had horrible experiences with last spring's e-learning and know they need to find something that will work for the children if the schools end up going into lock down again.
* Others are almost desperate for more social / emotional interactions for their children and they know they can get that by homeschooling.
* Still others know that their children will not be successful in a mask all day or if they have to sit at a desk all day.
* In other cases they know what the schools are going to do but because both parents need to work have to find a consistent weekday schedule - and that is something the school can't offer them this year.
So, in my opinion, let the school know as soon as possible when you have made your final plans. It is a kindness. If you can simply mark private school as an option absolutely do that since your homeschool IS legally a private school - but please don't deprive the public school of the information they need.

Jul 1, 2020

Homeschooling 101 Virtual Event!


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JUL8

Homeschooling 101 !

Public
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  • Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 7 PM – 9 PM
Online Event
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83534685558
July 8, 2020 - FREE Homeschooling 101 Virtual Workshop

Did you recently start homeschooling or are you interested in homeschooling but don't know where to start? This is a terrific opportunity to get answers to the most common questions people have about homeschooling including:
* How do I homeschool within the law?
* Where do I find other homeschoolers?
* Which curriculum is right for us?
* What does my child need to graduate high school?
* What is this "deschooling" people keep telling me about?
* How do I transfer out of another school?
* What does my child need to learn at each grade level?


Jun 25, 2020

Summer and Fall 2020 workshop schedule

VISIT THIS LINK FOR EVENT DETAILS: 


Summer & Fall 2020 HRC Workshop Schedule
June 10, 2020 – Virtual workshop – Homeschooling 101
Did you recently start homeschooling or are you interested in homeschooling but don't know where to start? This is a terrific opportunity to get answers to the most common questions people have about homeschooling including:
* How do I homeschool within the law? *Where do I find other homeschoolers?
* Which curriculum is right for us? *What does my child need to graduate high school?
* What is this "deschooling" people keep telling me about? * How do I transfer out of another school?
* What does my child need to learn at each grade level?
June 24, 2020 – Virtual workshop – Homeschooling for Everyone
Homeschooling doesn't need to be difficult or expensive. In fact, many of us find that homeschooling is virtually free! Join us for a discussion about educational philosophies, learning styles, deschooling, and how to homeschool by using materials and resources available for free on the Internet, at the library, or in your community. Be sure to bring your impossible dreams and terrific inexpensive finds!
July 8, 2020 – Virtual Workshop – Homeschooling 101
See description above
July 29, 2020 – Virtual Workshop – Creating Official High School Transcripts
Creating credible official transcripts for your student's college applications can seem intimidating but, with a little planning, is quite easy. This workshop will provide:
*recommended titles for high school classes that will make your student stand out
*ideas for organizing what you did into documented credits - and when not to use something as a credit
*sample transcripts that have been used successfully by countless families
*hints and tips galore
This is a terrific workshop for those homeschooling grades 8-12 and their interested teens.
August 12, 2020 – TBD - Homeschooling 101
See description above
August 19, 2020 – TBD – Homeschooling for Everyone!
See description above
September 9, 2020 – TBD – Homeschooling 101
See description above
September 16, 2020 – TBD – Creating Official High School Transcripts
See description above
October 14, 2020 – TBD - Special Needs
Approximately 25 percent of homeschooling families have at least one student with special needs. These special needs can be physical, emotional, or educational. Dealing with these unique needs means creating a unique supportive learning environment. A panel of experts in various fields will help you better understand how best to meet your child’s unique situation and succeed beyond your wildest dreams.
November 11, 2020 – TBD – Homeschooling 102
As we retreat indoors for winter we also should reevaluate our educational choices. Are you looking for changes? What is working and what is not? Are you needing to add something or, perhaps, eliminate something? Do you need a non-judgmental sounding board for your worries or ideas? Do you need a reminder of homeschooling laws or educational philosophies? Join us as we cover these topics and more!

Feb 9, 2020