Pure Rebellion (www.pure-rebellion.com) Due to popular demand, this FREE event is coming back to Colorado Springs for an encore performance for two nights on April 15th and 16th, 2010. Desperation Conference www.desperationonline.com
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Saturday, March 20, 2010
The Christian Connecter
The Christian Connector (www.christianconnector.com) is a "one-stop-shop" for receiving free information from Christian colleges. They have over 100 Christian colleges and Bible colleges ready to send you information! Completing the free information request form is like attending a huge Christian college fair without ever leaving home. They also offer a $2,500.00 Christian college scholarship drawing. The site has dozens of links to Christian colleges, as well as admissions and financial aid tips and more. All of their information services are offered absolutely free! U.S. students considering undergraduate Christian colleges can also take advantage of their free Christian College Scholarship Resource Program.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Anatomy Lesson of the Day
With 205 bones and 700 muscles the horse is a challenging animal for anatomy students to study.
That was until champion rider Gillian Higgins came up with the novel idea of showing people how it all works.
Rather than bog them down with dusty diagrams and skeletal sketches, she hit upon the idea of painting the inner workings of the horse on the beast itself.
Gillian Higgins shows-off her anatomical study on thirteen-year- old Kiitos ahead of a lecture on equine anatomy
Now veterinary students, race horse trainers, eventers, pony club members and dressage judges are flocking to her lectures to see the horse painting in action.
Ms Higgins uses water-based hypoallergenic paints which are easy to wash off afterwards. She takes four hours to apply the equine make-up - painting the skeletal structure on one side and the multi-coloured musculature on the other.
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'Painting the skeleton and musculature on the side of the horse really helps to bring the subject to life,' she says.
'You can discover how to get the best out of your horse by seeing exactly what happens as it moves.'
The champion rider Gillian Higgins paints the flexor muscle chain on one side of the horse
Gillian, 27, a sports remedial therapist, from Nottingham, first hit on the idea three years ago after completing a degree in equine business management at the Royal Agricultural College in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
She said: 'I realized that many riders and trainers could benefit from a better understanding of how the horse works. With all those bones and muscles with incredibly long names, it can be a bit much to take it all in.
'I'm trying to show the anatomy and how the horse works in an interesting and easy to understand way.
'I started gradually with a bit of paint but then became more and more in demand. Now I go all over the country from Cornwall to Inverness and I'm soon flying off to South Africa to give a demonstration there.'
A horse has 205 bones and 700 muscles. Painting a steed helps students remember which one is where
Normally her models are her 12 year old eventer Freddie Fox or six year old Henry - although if she travels further afield from home she relies on schools and colleges to provide a steed for her. Greys are best because the colours show up more clearly.
Gillian, who won a gold medal at the student riders nations cup in 2006, said: 'Freddie Fox is the best model because he has just the right temperament and loves to be the centre of attention at the demonstrations. Being painted isn't much different for them as being groomed or handled. They don't mind at all.
'The worst thing that has ever happened was when a horse that had not minded being painted in the slightest, then had to go into an arena in front of 150 people. He got a bit spooked up by the crowd and was jumping around and became a little bit too much.'
Monday, October 5, 2009
HSLDA Message: Physical Education?
Physical education falls under the elective category on the high school transcript. One to two years of credit are usually adequate for most high school programs (but check your state homeschool requirements and specific college requirements for any exceptions). Evaluate credit for PE by logging 120 hours for one credit, 60 hours for one-half credit, and so forth. For many families, awarding a pass/fail grade is the easiest way to go for this elective. However,you may choose to award a letter grade so you can include this elective in your teen's grade point average. In order to assess a grade for PE, check out PE Central's website for information about lesson plans and assessment tests Additional activity ideas can be found here.
You will be encouraged to know that it's not necessary to expend a lot of money on equipment, programs, or trainers to accumulate PE credit.Rather, a variety of activities can be bundled together to accumulate hours. If your family enjoys the outdoors, hiking or biking on a beautiful fall day will be a great way to begin. Then consider adding a game of touch football in the backyard--maybe inviting the neighbors--followed by a barbeque. Continue to add other physical activities while keeping track of the hours. You may want to give the responsibility of logging hours (in 15 minute increments) to your
teen.
If your son or daughter is a member of a sports team, accumulating hours for credit will be quite easy. (Remember, though, if you are using this activity for credit, you may not want to include it as
extracurricular at the same time.) Or, if your teen is training for a marathon or triathlon, then keep a record of that time. Other activities to use for PE include martial arts or dance classes, gymnastics, fencing, bowling, aerobics, and many more.
Sometimes, it's possible to fulfill PE credit in the summertime freeing up the academic year for another elective. Swimming, boating, jogging, walking, and team sports are all ways to earn credit. It's not too late to calculate the hours your teens spent in such activities this past summer to include on their transcripts.
During the months of winter (or periods of inclement weather) when it's cozier to stay indoors, a physical fitness program can be designed to keep those muscles toned and tummies flat. Exercise videos borrowed from the library may be a good option for you to use indoors. A side benefit will be clear and energetic minds to complete those academic studies.
Last, why not join your teens in their physical fitness activities? You'll benefit from the exercise and it will be an opportunity to show your teens that physical fitness is not only a high school course but also a beneficial lifetime pursuit. Brisk walks outdoors either before your school day begins or as the last activity of the afternoon are a great way to spend time with your teen and also provide opportunities for communication--all the while adding up the phys ed hours. How's that for multi-tasking?
You will be encouraged to know that it's not necessary to expend a lot of money on equipment, programs, or trainers to accumulate PE credit.Rather, a variety of activities can be bundled together to accumulate hours. If your family enjoys the outdoors, hiking or biking on a beautiful fall day will be a great way to begin. Then consider adding a game of touch football in the backyard--maybe inviting the neighbors--followed by a barbeque. Continue to add other physical activities while keeping track of the hours. You may want to give the responsibility of logging hours (in 15 minute increments) to your
teen.
If your son or daughter is a member of a sports team, accumulating hours for credit will be quite easy. (Remember, though, if you are using this activity for credit, you may not want to include it as
extracurricular at the same time.) Or, if your teen is training for a marathon or triathlon, then keep a record of that time. Other activities to use for PE include martial arts or dance classes, gymnastics, fencing, bowling, aerobics, and many more.
Sometimes, it's possible to fulfill PE credit in the summertime freeing up the academic year for another elective. Swimming, boating, jogging, walking, and team sports are all ways to earn credit. It's not too late to calculate the hours your teens spent in such activities this past summer to include on their transcripts.
During the months of winter (or periods of inclement weather) when it's cozier to stay indoors, a physical fitness program can be designed to keep those muscles toned and tummies flat. Exercise videos borrowed from the library may be a good option for you to use indoors. A side benefit will be clear and energetic minds to complete those academic studies.
Last, why not join your teens in their physical fitness activities? You'll benefit from the exercise and it will be an opportunity to show your teens that physical fitness is not only a high school course but also a beneficial lifetime pursuit. Brisk walks outdoors either before your school day begins or as the last activity of the afternoon are a great way to spend time with your teen and also provide opportunities for communication--all the while adding up the phys ed hours. How's that for multi-tasking?
2010 Chec Spelling Bee
CHEC Spelling Bee
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 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.
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 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.
Westernaires Performance Avaliable Today!
WESTERNAIRES HORSECAPADES!!!
A Living Legend
Denver National Western Events Center
47th and Humboldt
Saturday, November 7, 2009
10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
2:00 p.m.
General Admission $7.00
Horsecapades is the unique presentation of the Westernaires. It combines talent with skill that is centered around the horse and Western tradition. It’s a circus-like review combining action, speed and a variety of talents set to music. It’s a professional performance put on by the largest precision drill riding group in the world.
Last year’s Horsecapades presented 500 riders and horses in a show of action quite unlike any arena performance you have seen. The riders are the best of the young Westernaires, many of whom have been with the group for eight, nine and occasionally ten years. When you view the performance, remember that these are not paid professionals, but children like yours who have dedicated themselves to the development of an unusual art form. The two hours you spend at the show will be happy and memorable.
Horscapades has been presented each year not only for the general public, but also at a free performance for the aged and underprivileged of the Denver metropolitan area. If you are unable to attend a performance, please consider purchasing a donation ticket, which will allow someone less fortunate to view the show. The Westernaires is the only performing group, amateur or professional, to provide a performance exclusively for the aged and underprivileged.
For tickets please contact Emma or Diane Ellison
otdcellison@yahoo.com or 303-932-7716
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