Christian Home Educators of Colorado presents... "The Holy Cause of Liberty"
Video Contest
in conjunction with
Homeschool Day at the Capitol
Christian Home Educators of Colorado is looking for aspiring Christian filmmakers to create short film clips promoting the exciting events planned for this year's Homeschool Day at the Capitol.
Entrants must use the theme "The Holy Cause of Liberty" from Patrick Henry's famous "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech. Video should be submitted to CHEC no later than February 1, 2011 to enter the contest. A $200 cash prize will be awarded to the best home video production. In addition to receiving a $200 cash prize, the winning video will be shown at the Liberty Celebration at Homeschool Day at the Capitol on April 7th, 2011. Go to chec.org for more information and contest entry forms.
Brian Ray, Ph.D, President of the National Home Education Research Institute , will be speaking at Grace Baptist Church in Parker, CO, on Friday, April 30th from 7-8:30 pm. His topic will be, “A Strong Vision – Homeschooling Works, and Increases Freedom.”
Contact: CHEC at office@ CHEC.org or 720-842-4852
Grace Baptist Church: 10461 South Parker Road, Parker, CO 80134-9038 (next door to CHEC office) Directions: I-25, exit east onto Lincoln, south on Parker Rd, west on Plaza Rd, and then turn right into the second driveway. (We’re on the back side of the strip mall.) Enter the lower parking lot on the north side of Plaza Dr.
Free admission but suggested contribution is $5 per person or $8 per family to the nonprofit NHERI is encouraged. Books, tapes, and DVD’s available from NHERI.
Dr. Ray’s message will challenge and educate those new to or critical of homeschooling, as well as encourage experienced homeschoolers. Dr. Ray will present the results of the latest research on home education, and challenge you to consider your philosophy of education. He will also consider the parents’ role vs. the government’s role in education, and explain how the modern homeschool movement is bringing significant zeal and change to this nation.
Dr. Ray will help you consider the answers to questions such as the following:
·Are parents qualified to teach their children?
·Are these children receiving an adequate academic education?
·What about socialization? (What is socialization, by the way?)
·How will these children behave when they get into the “real world of adulthood?”
·Do the home educated learn as much as those in conventional schools?
·What do certain worldviews or God have to say about who should be educating – teaching, training, discipling, indoctrinating – children?
·Why is the lure of government handouts so strong?
Co-sponsored by: Christian Home Educators of Colorado: (CHEC) 720-842-4852 or www.chec.org
National Home Education Research Institute: www.nheri.org
Finishing the job in preparation for life March 27, 2010 – Denver Metro (Parker) Join us for a one-day homeschool conference specifically addressing the High School Years and Beyond! The High School and Beyond all day Seminar:
…help your child live out their calling by preparing now
…receive guidance on how to teach high school from experienced homeschool moms and dads
…plan ahead with our new college preparation and an entrepreneurial workshop
…explore mentorship and apprenticeship options through the AME program. Only $59 per family! Includes a full syllabus and resource booklet full of information. For schedule and registration information, visit HERE. (www.chec.org)
This bootcamp will be a hands-on intensive one-day training for Christian home educating parents seeking a rural lifestyle to survive the times. We will meet at Blessed Creek Farm, a 240-acre dry land farm 35 miles NE of Byers and 26 miles south of Fort Morgan. Owners/operators Cary and Shari McMinn will provide the training, lunch, and a gift for this event where you choose to come either Friday, May 21 or Saturday, May 22. Parents only, but nursing babies allowed. Cost is $75/couple. Widows/Widowers may bring oldest child or relative/friend as helper. Wear comfortable clothes. Men bring wheelbarrow, shovel, hammer, and pliers if on-hand. Women bring hoe, rake, shovel, and garden hand tools if on-hand. Schedule each day will have a men's track led by Cary and a women's track led by Shari. 9am-5pm. Questions? Email office@chec.org. Registration Forms will be available by February 1, 2010 on the CHEC website.
These ceremonies are a wonderful way for parents to affirm their children publicly and are a great culmination of their homeschool experience. These formal but simple ceremonies will be held at Grace Chapel in Southeast Denver (8505 South Valley Highway Road, Englewood, CO 80112). More information can be found on the CHEC website or by contacting the CHEC office at office@chec.org or 720-842-4852 or 800-842-2432.
What is TeenPact? TeenPact is a comprehensive leadership program for both teens and children at the state capitol that brings kids closer to Jesus Christ, makes them better leaders, and positions them to impact public policy in their state. During the week, students meet important officials, interact with other like-minded students, and have more fun at the capitol than they could have imagined.
Students leave inspired and challenged with an intense desire to change America for Christ. TeenPact staff will grade and return pre-class homework the week of classes. Students receive a certificate for 1/3 Carnegie Unit in State Politics and Government. If you know any homeschool, enrichment, church, or other group that would be willing to give our Student Ambassadors 5 minutes to promote TeenPact, we would appreciate any contacts. If you have any additional questions or would like to be a part of the Colorado State Coordinator Team, please email: Michelle Warren at colorado@teenpact.com or Marsha Brower ladyoftheboomerang@comcast.net
Register today at HERE (www.teenpact.com)
Registration Deadline is February 22, 2010. (Several discounts described online)
Four-Day Government Class (ages 13-19) March 8-11, 2010,
Mon: 1pm - 5pm Tue-Wed: 8:45am – 8:00pm Thu: 8:45am - 3pm
First time student: $220 (required $60 deposit with registration)
Returning Student: $180 (required $60 deposit with registration)
One-Day Public Speaking Workshop (Ages 13-19) March 12, 2010, Fri: 10am - 4pm
$50 ($35 if registered for in conjunction with Four Day class)
One-Day Government Class (ages 8-12) March 12, 2010, Fri: 10am - 4pm
First child attending: $40 Each additional sibling: $30
This is a great opportunity to sell your gently used school books, as well as educational and computer games, supplies and more! The 2010 Springtime Family Bookfair is ready for vendors! Please join us this year on Saturday, May 22 from 9am – 1pm, at the Arvada United Methodist Church. We had a very successful event last year and this year. If you or someone you know is interested in a table, please visit the website www.chec.org (under events) or email Christy at bookfair@chec.org.
We have two table sizes this year, a standard 8 foot table for $25 or a 6 foot round for $15. The tables went very fast last year so please make sure to register early.
Are you schooling a child who had special needs? Come to a seminar designed especially for you. Nancy Casterline, our Special Needs Coordinator, will host a seminar for special needs children. Speakers from various fields will discuss developmental issues, learning disabilities, giftedness, and other pertinent topics. For more information, please check out CHEC's website, found HERE.
Sign up by February 1st and receive a 10% discount off your total registration cost! A $100 per person deposit is all that's required to get the discount and hold your place! The event will take place at the beautiful Crooked Creek Ranch Resort near Winter Park in the majestic Colorado Rockies. It's a world class destination in a world class location.
These ceremonies are a wonderful way for parents to affirm their children publicly and are a great culmination of their homeschool experience. These formal but simple ceremonies will be held at Grace Chapel in Southeast Denver (8505 South Valley Highway Road, Englewood, Colorado 80112). More information can be found on the CHEC website or by contacting the CHEC office at office@chec.org or 720-842-4852 or 1-800-842-2432.
This is a great opportunity to sell your gently used school books, as well as educational and computer games, supplies and more! Location and other details to be announced. Please email Christy at bookfair@chec.org with any questions!
Are you schooling a child who has special needs? Come to a seminar designed especially for you. Nancy Casterline, our Special Needs Coordinator, will host a seminar for special needs children. Speakers from various field will discuss developmental issues, learning disabilities, giftedness, and other pertinent topics. More information will be available on the CHEC website so check it out and share it with your groups!
Date: Saturday, February 6, 2010 Place: Bear Valley Church, 10001 West Jewell Avenue, Lakewood Time: 9am - 1:30pm (please plan on arriving at least 30 minutes early) Cost: $15 per student Who can participate: Students from 4th to 8th Grade (not already graduated to 9th) and not yet 15 years of age as of September 1, 2009. What to study: Click myspellit.com. You will notice a list of words by origin available on the left. This is a helpful list as they have pronunciations and well we tips available for many words. Additionally, the following website will assist you as you prepare: www.spellingbee.com. Click on "Students and Parents." Deadline for Registration: January 20, 2010
The qualifying bee is a written test of 50 words some of which will be taken from the practice booklet. The top seven spellers on this test will be able to participate in the Rocky Mountain News Colorado State Bee on March 6, 2010, at the Denver Convention Center, 700 14th Street, Denver, Colorado. An oral bee for the top 25 qualifying participants will follow the written test. First, second, and third place ribbons will be awarded.
For questions and information contact the CHEC office at office@chec.org or 720-842-4852 or 1-800-842-2432.
Place: Bear Valley Church, 10001 West Jewell Avenue, Lakewood
Time: 9am-1:30pm (please plan on arriving at least 30 minutes early)
Cost: $15 per student
Who can Participate: Students from 4th to 8th Grade (not already graduated to 9th grade) and not yet 15 years of age as of September 1, 2009.
What to study: The new official study booklet (Spell It!) is available on-line this year. Click myspellit.com and select "downloadable PDF". If access to the website is not possible, please contact the CHEC office. Additionally, the following website will assist you as you prepare.
Deadline for registration: January 20, 2010.
The qualifying bee is a written test of 50 words, some of which will be taken from the practice booklet. The top seven spellers on this test will be able to participate in the Rock y Mountain News Colorado State Bee on March 06, 2010, at the Denver Convention Center, 700 14th Street, Denver, CO.
An oral bee for the top 25 qualifying participants will follow the written test. First, second, and third place ribbons will be awarded.
*Please note - If you live in Boulder County, you must participate in the Boulder Daily Camera Spelling Bee. Contact Christine at 303-410-2640.
Saturday December 5th 2009
Vista Grande Baptist Church, Colorado Springs
This event is the first step in an annual competition sponsored by the National Geographic Society. The winner of the CHEC bee will take the qualifying test for the State Bee, to be held April 9, 2010. The State Bee winner will compete at the National Bee in Washington DC in May 2010.
For only $15 per family, you can register for the CHEC Bee by calling Dan & Lyda Savoca at (970) 283-5634.
