Big Art for Littles

Bring your little ones (ages 5 and under) to the Lincoln Park Building for a morning of stories and BIG art. Dress for a mess and be prepared to paint, sculpt, and create with your family! Pre-registration required at www.duluthartinstitute.org

When:  October 4th and 11th (two dates to choose from) at 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Where:  Duluth Art Institute

Homeschooler's Got Talent

Homeschooler’s Got Talent is scheduled! 

We will be having our talent show on Thursday October 18th at 10:30 a.m. The Common Grounds in Cloquet MN has opened their doors to us for this event. If you have a child/children interested in performing a song, dance, musical piece, juggling, comedy, etc, thean this is a great opportunity for your family  :)  

Please contact Hope Parks by Monday the 12th if your child would like to perform (email link)!  There will tables set up for your children to display art work or other creative hobbies that they’d like to share with others. 

Still come cheer for your fellow homeschoolers if you don’t have children interested in performing. It’s a fun event for the kids to watch and a great opportunity to support our fellow homeschoolers!

"Moms in Prayer" Beings in 2 Weeks!

Starts in TWO Weeks! 

A weekly hour of dedicated time to pray for our children and homeschools. The most important thing you can do for any child in your life is to pray for them. We'd love to see you! To learn more about Moms in Prayer, check out their website: momsinprayer.org

*Childcare is provided! If you'd like to join us with your children, please RSVP with # of children and their ages so that we can plan adequate childcare staff.

Fall Day at Happy Critters Farm

We had such fun hosting a farm tour in August that we are offering another day for homeschooling families - this time a fall event - at Happy Critters Farm. We are open to ideas, but are thinking of looking at animals, tractors, walking in the woods (we have a lot!!), maybe a hay ride?, maybe a campfire? (depends on the wind conditions). 

Dress for the weather. (It is always a bit windy here)
Bring something to roast. If it's too windy for a campfire, we can use our grill.
Dress for Adventure Walking.

If you have any games or activities that you would like to bring, that would be wonderful. Feel free to chat with me (Amanda Lambert) or my sister (Maria Antonescu) if you have ideas. 

Basically, we're opening the farm and woods for you to enjoy with your kids.

For information on our farm, you can check out our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/happycrittersfarm) and our website (www.happycrittersfarms.com).

Where:  2196 Brandt Road, Mahtowa, MN 55707

When:  Friday, October 19th at 11:00 a.m. 

"Speak Truth in Your Heart" Conference

  

We are excited to announce a “Speak Truth in Your Heart” Bright Lights conference in Wisconsin this November.
 
Taught by Sarah Mally, this conference will challenge girls to identify lies which are the root issues behind struggles they face and to be well grounded in the Word of God. Many girls try to change their wrong actions, but never learn to discern the wrong thinking behind the actions. As girls replace lies of the culture with biblical truth, they will see how God’s Word will transform each area of their lives as the truth sets them free! Sarah will include many stories, illustrations and practical tips as she discusses topics such as a girl’s emotions, purity, who God is, and a proper view of who we are in light of the truth of Scripture. When a young lady learns to “speak truth” to herself, she is building her life upon an unshakable foundation that will resist even the most powerful attacks of the enemy.
 
Session Titles:
Know Your Foundation: Replacing Lies with Truth 
Know Your God: The Castle of His Arms
Know Your Identity: The Accuser and the Intercessor  
Know Your Stability: Truth Over Emotions 
Know Your Strategy: Resisting Temptation with Truth 
Know Your Source of Satisfaction: Lies, Guys and Purity
Know Your Message: Gain Boldness in Witnessing
 
Also includes additional breakout sessions, skits, music, and times of fellowship and snacks.

Dates and Location:
November 9-10—Hudson, WI

Faith Community Church
777 Carmichael Road
Hudson, WI 54016

For: 
Girls ages 12-22 
Mothers are encouraged to attend with their daughters
 
Registration:
$15 per person or $50 per family
Late registration (after October 26th) is $18 per person or $60 per family
Includes snacks and Speak Truth Journal
To register online, click here.
Click here for more information or to download a flyer. 
 
Schedule:
Friday 4:00–9:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
 
For questions, feel free to e-mail the Bright Lights staff at conference@brightlightsministry.com.  
 
About Bright Lights
In 1996, Sarah Mally started a discipleship ministry in her living room with the goal of challenging other young ladies to be strong for the Lord in their youth. Bright Lights has continued to grow, and now there are over 700 Bright Lights groups that have started around the country and internationally. Bright Lights continues to train leaders, host mother / daughter conferences, and provide discipleship materials for young ladies. Sarah Mally is also the author of “Speak Truth in Your Heart,” published in 2018, and “Before You Meet Prince Charming,” published in 2006, and co-author of the book “Making Brothers and Sisters Best Friends,” which she and her brother and sister published in 2002.

Orton-Gillingham Tutoring

Fall Orton-Gillingham tutoring at affordable prices!

Your child can join our OG tutoring sessions.  They will have one-to-one OG sessions with participants training in the OG method under an OG - Certified Teacher of Teachers.  Sessions are for students struggling with reading, spelling and writing.

9 sessions for $150.00

Student scholarships available.

Sessions available at

5:00 to 5:55 or 6:00 to 6:55

Days

Thursday, Sept. 27
Tuesdays, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Tuesdays Nov. 6, 13, 20

Introductory level is usually for students entering 2nd through 4th grade

Location:  Congdon Park Elementary

3116 E. Superior St., Duluth, MN

For more information and to register, visit our website: www.ogmn.org or contact us at 340-7393

ACT Prep & Homeschool Tutoring

Homeschool Week at MOA

Homeschool Week at Mall fo America 

Sea Life at Mall of America 

Mon, Oct. 8th - Fri, Oct. 12th

$7.00+tax per person | 10:00am - 7:00pm (Purchase on their website. Must show MN/WI paperwork at Sea Life.)  

Join us for Homeschool Week and step beneath the waves to get closer than ever to the wonderful, weird and wacky creatures of the world's oceans! Homeschoolers receive discounted admission plus exclusive Learning Stations, and additional discounts on All Access packages!

Further details regarding the Homeschool Week at the Mall of America:  https://www.hsadventures.org/site/mall-america

Park / Nerf Day

Park / Nerf Day with the Unschoolers! Come one, come all this Friday (09/21) @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm to Irving Park in West Duluth.

4H Potluck BBQ Picnic

If you're interested in 4H and live in the Cotton and surrounding areas, you are invited!

4H Potluck BBQ/Picnic

Hosted by Country Kids And Critters 4H Club

Sunday, September 23rd @ 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Further Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1915072225220841/

PSEO Information Session

SAVE THE DATE!

PSEO Information Session

Join us at Lake Superior College Room S1981
Wednesday, October 10th
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Moms in Prayer Info Meeting

You're invited to a Moms in Prayer information meeting/open house! 

THIS Saturday 9/22 at 10:30 at Eastridge Community Church (3727 Arrowhead Rd., Duluth)  Praying for our son throughout his school years has been instrumental in our homeschooling! There is power in prayer!

*Enjoy coffee & snacks and learn more about Moms in Prayer. 

For more info or to RSVP click this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090448acac23a75-moms

Another Session Date Added for STEM Class!

Now also a class available on October 15-17th, 22 - 23rd in conjunction with another school. There are 10 spots available for this time slot.  Reference post below for the rest of the information! 

STEM Class Offered by STARBASE Minnesota

Looking for an in-depth STEM experience for your child?  STARBASE Minnesota, located on the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth is offering a FREE, immersive, five-day (five hours a day) program for students proficiently working at the 5th grade level in math, science and reading. Students will experience hands-on, cutting edge technology, engineering challenges and real-world scientific experimentation.

Ten spots are available for the session starting Oct. 15 in conjunction with the Edison school district (9 AM to 2 PM) and an entire homeschool week is reserved for the week of February 18 for 40 students (10 AM to 3 PM). 

Visit the STARBASE website and click on the STARBASE Duluth tab at the top, then School Year Program. Additional slots may be available throughout the year in combination with public/charter or private school classes. If you would like additional information or to reserve your student’s spot, please call 218-788-7288.

See Flyer Here

Open House for Classical Conversations

Open House at East Duluth Classical Conversations

Are you new to homeschooling? Have you been homeschooling for awhile but feel like you need more support? Are you curious what is Classical Conversations and what does it look like? Then we would like to invite you to an open house! Come see what we are all about by joining in as our guest at the East Duluth Classical Conversations community. This is a great chance to see it firsthand before deciding if it is right for you and your family! Some space is still available at both of our Duluth communities.

When: Thursday, September 27th
Where: River Church in Duluth
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (though we would love if you could stay until 1:00 p.m. to join us for lunch and recess!)

**Please be sure to register at this link**
https://members.classicalconversations.com/events/get-event/node/161219

Gym & Swim Begins September 11th

Homeschool Gym & Swim at Superior YMCA 

Enjoy an hour in the gymnasium and hour in the Rec Pool every Tuesday afternoon! YMCA staff will provide gym equipment for your kids to use in an open-gym setting. Then head down to the Rec Pool and finish your time at the Y with fun in the pool! Youth under the age of 7 must have a parent with them in the gym and in the water at all times.

Superior YMCA 
Tuesdays 1:30pm-3:30pm 
Fall 1: Sept 10 - Oct 28
Fall 2: Oct 29 - Dec 23
* NO CLASS Dec 24 - Jan 6

Members: Free General Public: $40/Family
Register online or at the front desk.
Click Here for the Program Guide

Upcoming Mache Workshops

New STEM Class Available thru STARBASE MN

STEM Class Offered by STARBASE Minnesota

Looking for an in-depth STEM experience for your child?  STARBASE Minnesota, located on the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth is offering a FREE, immersive, five-day (five hours a day) program for students proficiently working at the 5th grade level in math, science and reading. Students will experience hands-on, cutting edge technology, engineering challenges and real-world scientific experimentation.

Ten spots are available for the session starting Oct. 15 in conjunction with the Edison school district (9 AM to 2 PM) and an entire homeschool week is reserved for the week of February 18 for 40 students (10 AM to 3 PM). 

Visit the STARBASE website and click on the STARBASE Duluth tab at the top, then School Year Program. Additional slots may be available throughout the year in combination with public/charter or private school classes. If you would like additional information or to reserve your student’s spot, please call 218-788-7288.

See Flyer Here

Homeschool Literature Class (Grades 9-12)

Homeschool High School Literature Class

Suggested for Grades 9-12
Fall/Winter 2018-2019

Enjoying literature is easier and more fun to do in a group than in individual study. This class will learn how to dig deeper into an array of different genres including, but not limited to -- fiction, non/fiction, biography, fantasy/science fiction, poetry and modern literature. The goal for this class is threefold. First, we will be learning how to analyze literature. Second, we will be honing our writing and discussion skills to learn how to best express our thoughts. Third, we will work on organizational skills to help us fulfill expectations.

We will be using the Lost Tools of Writing curriculum to guide us in writing eight analytical essays based on the eight units of literature we study. We also will be working through poetry memorization and recitation, group work and Socratic Circles. As always, I like to fold in some dramatic performances, so we will try to take a trip to a theater for a field trip or two.

This class will meet weekly for 24 weeks and will meet the time requirements for 1 high school credit.

The cost for the class is $100/semester.  Contact Sara Floerke if you have questions (sarafloerke@gmail.com ​or 218-340-5302)

Homeschool Writing Class (Grades 6-8)

Homeschool Middle School Writing Class 

Suggested for Grades 6-8
Fall/Winter 2018-19

Using the Institute for Excellence in Writing materials, we will be going through nine units to move students from finding main ideas to crafting research papers and critiques by the end of the 24 weeks. The goal for this course is to prepare students for organized, academic writing and introduce them to literary analysis. We will spend 15 minutes a week on grammar, and creative writing will be a minor piece of the agenda. This class is designed for early writers. This year our focus will be more literary as we read several books from the Chronicles of Narnia Series. Our writing projects will focus on an analysis of C.S. Lewis’ foremost work while also looking at additional works which influenced Lewis’ writing.

We will be meeting on Tuesday afternoons at 1pm in the Gold Room at the Main Library. First semester will run for 12 weeks beginning on September 18 and finishing the first week of December. Second Semester will begin at the end of January. The entire course will run a total of 24 weeks.

This is a course which has seen strong academic results for students. The cost for the class is $100/semester plus a one time cost of $29 for a workbook.

Please visit https://iew.com/shop/products/following-narnia-volume-1-lions-song-student-book-only to order your book.  Classes start on September 18, 2018, so contact Sara Floerke to register or ask questions.

Sara Floerke Contact Information
sarafloerke@gmail.com
218-340-5302

Facebook Group for Homeschoolers on the Range

A new Facebook group has been created for those who homeschool on the Iron Range here in Minnesota.  It exists to be a support group and share activities and other things that pertain to homeschooling!

Group can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/315691825677393/?hc_location=group

Back to Homeschool Picnic

Back to Homeschool Picnic 

Who:  All area homeschool families!
What:  Family picnic and group fellowship
When:  September 29th, 2018  (3:00 p.m. until dark)
Where:  West Two Rivers Campground, Mt. Iron
Why:  To connect, encourage and fellowship with one another in our homeschooling adventure!

See the attached image for contact information as well as itinerary!