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Scholarships

sophia15 — Wed, 07 May 2008 04:53:34 GMT

I found an Applying Study Scholarships in US areas. I've heard that they have the best study scholarships ever. I hope you will give me additional informations about it. Thanks.

Newbie Here

mommap — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 20:58:50 GMT

Hello, I actually live in Southern Tenn., only 2 miles to the Alabama state line so I consider myself as much a North Alabamian as I do a Southern Tennessean! Most of the homeschoolers are 2 hours north of me in larger cities (i.e. Nashville, Murfreesboro). I have joined several of their chat rooms but I am very excited to find a group closer to home! Our son is going into the 8th grade and has been attending a private school since he was in kindergarten. We are looking forward to homeschooling ...

I'm New!

Dudetocool — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 01:28:55 GMT

Hey!

A little about myself...

I've been homeschooling for 4 years now. I'm in Grade 9 and am 14.

I recently created a new forum-http://thealternative.theiforum.com/

It's really new...about two days old. haha. Check it out!

It's all homeschoolers there.

I like wrestling,videogames and the TV Show Heroes. haha.

hello everyone

sophia15 — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 08:01:34 GMT

Hi, I am looking forward to share some of the education information within the site. See yah.

I am new here and I need some help/advice. Thanks

Teresa04 — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 03:53:42 GMT

Hey everyone, I live in Northwest Alabama, but I could not find a support site solely for that part of the state, so I hope it is okay to post here.

I have never homeschooled my children, ages 12, 11 and 6, but I have considered it through the years.

My question is this....... I am having a nightmarish time with my daughter's sixth grade teacher, she is an immature bully and I have exhausted my resources. I have talked to the principal, the guidance counselor, the teacher herself ...

Best Experienced in School milirary

adalia — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 06:00:59 GMT

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Great day

adalia — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:44:32 GMT

Have a nice day! We want to find things out of our expectations. Just to answer my longings I search and found this site with the great hope that I can learn many things from the golden ideas of the viewers. By the way, I am Adalia just a very new user in this site. I am willing to explore things from different places.

Online store for window blinds, curtains and more

Search&found — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:43:22 GMT

Beautiful window blinds, curtains, shades and all the accessories you may possibly need. Very unique designs and prompt delivery services at cheap prices. Enjoy this online store www.webdesignpros.net/business/linkd-i.htm

Online Grammar and Writing Handbook Grades 1-6

Carrie — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 15:17:01 GMT

http://www.sfreading.com/resources/ghb.html

The Online Grammar and Writing Handbooks are in Adobe� Acrobat� format, for which you will need to use Adobe's Reader� software.

These looked really good. If you are looking for free resources in the elementary grades, check these out.

Piano/Flute Lessons - Cullman

Carrie — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 22:13:19 GMT

Interested in Music Lessons?

Lesson openings for piano and flute

$12 dollars per lesson, plus the price of books.

Discounts for extra family members

For more information, contact Emily Goforth

205-429-4284

(I live in the Cullman area)

Points of Light Youth Leadership Training

Carrie — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 04:27:24 GMT

Applications are being accepted for the Points of Light Youth Leadership Institute. This is a program open to high school students in Morgan and Lawrence counties (homeschool friendly). Students meet regularly in Decatur (schedule will be announced) to learn team building skills and leadership concepts. Students research, plan and execute a team volunteer project.

You can pick up an application at the Volunteer Center. Application deadline is September 10th, but don't wait because ...

Heritage Children's Chorale of the South - Athens

Carrie — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 01:46:51 GMT

The Heritage Children's Chorale of the South is a professional

children's chorus made up of young people between the ages of 8 and 18.

The Chorale was founded in 1988 by Mary Stephenson who continues today as

its director. More than 1000 young people in TN and AL have benefited over

the years through their involvement in the Chorale. In addition to its

annual tour, the chorale presents several concerts in its local community

each year.

The Chorale is excited about the upcoming ...

Art Classes in Gurley

Admin — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 00:49:14 GMT

----- Original Message -----

From: WiseScrappers

To: Undisclosed-Recipient:;

Sent: Thursday, August 16, 2007 5:54 PM

Subject: Art/Drawing Classes

Hi All,

I know many of you have been awaiting details on the art classes.

Classes will begin on Sept. 5 (Wednesday's) and will run for 8 weeks. Classes are being taught by Sharon Ledford, former Huntsville Art League Director. Pre-registration is required. You may register at WiseScrappers.

Two classes will be offered:

Technical ...

Melody's Dance Schedule for 2007/2008 Athens & Harvest

Admin — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 00:45:18 GMT

Melody's Dance Schedule for 2007/2008

This will be Melody's 7th year to teach Christian-based Ballet.

Classes are kept small for quality instruction. Costuming is modest

and Christian and Classical music is used. Classes begin the first

week in September. Please contact Melody at #256.206.0220 or

homespungirl84@yahoo.com to register or for more information (e-mail

is the best way to contact her).

About the teachers:

Melody Kiyak - Dancing since age 6. Seven years of teaching

experience ...

Fall Beginner Guitar Lessons, Madison

Admin — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 23:55:09 GMT

Hi! My name is Daniel Sommer and I have been teaching Beginning

Guitar Lessons to home school children in Huntsville/Madison County

for over six years now. My fall 2007 lessons are starting in

September and I have some slots available for new students. Can you

please send out this information to the families in your cover

school? Thanks!

Home Schooling Families:

Sign your children up now for

Fall Beginner Guitar Lessons!

Who: Your school aged child

What: Beginner guitar ...

Christian Home Educators of Cullman InfoMeeting 8/14

Admin — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 20:04:26 GMT

Christian Home Educators of Cullman, CHEC, is a cooperative group of

home school parents who wish to enhance their children's education

through classes, activities, and social interaction. It exists as a

ministry to help encourage parents in their homeschooling journey by

providing support, relationships, information, and socialization for

both parent and child.

We would like to invite you to attend an informational meeting for

parents on Tuesday, August 14 at 7:00 pm. We will ...

Huntsville Children's Community Chorus

Carrie — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 15:20:28 GMT

The Huntsville Children's Community Chorus is currently accepting new members in grades 3-9. This group performs in the community and surrounding areas throughout the year. Children learn proper vocal technique as well as music theory. Please contact Director Suzanne Purtee, at 533-6606 or suzanne.purtee@nativity-hsv.org for more information. Come sing and make new friends with HC3!

HC3 and HC3 Jr are two exciting ensembles for young singers.

�� HC3 is open to students in grades ...

Dream Weaver auditions, Decatur Aug 18th

Carrie — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 15:16:08 GMT

"Dream Weavers will be holding auditions for the musical comedy/melodrama:

"I'm Sorry the Bridge is Out, You'll Have to Spend the Night"

* TIME:at 10am

* DATE: Saturday August 18th

* PLACE: Flint Creek Church of Christ; located at 105 Mill Street, Decatur Alabama.

Mickey Johnson will direct and is looking for ages 10 - adult. The audition will consist of at least reading from a script and singing a prepared song. Show dates are Friday October 26th ...

Fired teacher, charged with rape, gets raises

Carrie — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 15:03:14 GMT

From http://www.decaturdaily.com/decaturdaily/news/070811/rape.shtml

Fired teacher, charged with rape, gets raises

By Desiree Hunter

Associated Press Writer

MONTGOMERY � A fired Alabama teacher charged criminally with raping a student is still receiving paychecks � collecting nearly $100,000 and getting two raises � even though he hasn't been in the classroom in two years.

SEE THE LINK ABOVE FOR THE FULL STORY

Looking For Revival?

Carrie — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 14:52:05 GMT

Are you looking for Revival Services for yourself, your family or friends? Here are a few ...

Flower Hill Baptist Church, Lawrence County, Sunday, 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., and Monday through Wednesday, 6 p.m. Speaker, the Rev. J.B. Snyder. Call 221-9618.

Grace Missionary Baptist Church, 549 Elm St., Athens, Wednesday through Friday, 6 p.m. Speaker, Jamel Strong of Huntsville.

Youth revival, Oakland United Methodist Church, Tanner, Thursday and Friday, 6 p.m., and Aug. 18, 5 p.m. Speakers: ...

Free Resource: Flashcards

Carrie — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:21:50 GMT

http://www.flashcardexchange.com/

The world's largest flashcard library. You can make your own flashcards or you can use flashcards posted by others. This is a great site. ~~~ Carrie

Apologia Science Yahoo! Groups

Carrie — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 20:21:34 GMT

Are you looking for help with Apologia? Or just want to compare notes?

Here are a list of Apologia Yahoo! Groups that are available.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaAdvancedChemistry

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaAdvancedPhysics

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaBiologyScience

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaChemistry

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaHumanBody

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaMarineBiology

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaPhysicalScience

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ApologiaPhysics

I ...

Brief overview of our Course of Study

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:23:52 GMT

From Trivium Pursuit

http://www.triviumpursuit.com/articles/suggested_course_of_study.php:

Brief overview of our Course of Study

Ten things to do before age 10

1. Reading & Writing Intensive Phonics; copywork; start English language notebook

2. Oral Narration Daily

3. Memorization Bible; poetry; passages of literature; catechisms; Greek and/or Hebrew alphabet

4. Hearing & Listening Read aloud 2 hours per day from a variety of fiction and nonfiction; start History ...

From the author of The Well Trained Mind

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:15:51 GMT

"Are Charlotte Mason methods incompatible with classical education? Certainly not; Miss Mason was a classical educator herself, and although some of her recommendations differ from our recommendations, you should always remember that everyone who does classical education (including Charlotte Mason, the Bluedorns, Doug Wilson, Christine Miller, and ourselves) is adapting an old model to a modern context. In effect, we�re all �neoclassical� educators, modifying, improving (we hope) and changing ...

From the author of The Well Trained Mind

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:13:27 GMT

Article at Homeschool World

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:09:03 GMT

"How can you recognize a living book? First examine the book yourself to see if it promotes noble thoughts rather than a jaded or misleading outlook on life. If so, simply give the book, whether fiction or non-fiction, the one-page test. Start reading it aloud and look for signs of it opening the doors of the child's mind. You will know it's a living book when you hear them beg, "Read me more!""

http://www.home-school.com/Articles/CharlotteMason.html

Delight Driven Learning

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:06:27 GMT

http://home-educate.com/unschooling/

Radical Unschooling

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:04:53 GMT

http://sandradodd.com/unschooling

Looks like lots of helpful resources for unschoolers.

Family Unschoolers Network

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:02:26 GMT

The Family Unschoolers Network provides support for unschooling, homeschooling, and self-directed learning. If you are an unschooler, homeschooler, self-directed learner, or just learning in general, then this is the site for you!

http://www.unschooling.org/

What is unschooling?

Admin — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 02:00:57 GMT

Have you ever described 'red' to a person who is color blind? Sometimes, trying to define unschooling is like trying to define red. Ask 30 unschoolers to define the word and you'll get thirty shades of red.

http://www.unschooling.com/library/faq/index.shtml

Homeschool Conference - Madison

Carrie — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:20:34 GMT

Homeschool Conference

Friday, August 3rd & Saturday, August 4th at Creative Learning Connection, Madison

Hours Both Days: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Schedule for Friday, Aug 3rd:

9:30 - 10:30 Getting Started Homeschooling: Catherine Jaime

Winning the Heart of your Child: Christie Berry

11:00 - 12:00 Children's Nutrition: Freida Houck

Introducing Charlotte Mason! - Cindy Rushton

Creek War through Statehood; ...

Huntsville Children's CommunityChorus

Admin — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 20:38:16 GMT

If your child enjoys singing, the Huntsville Children's Community

Chorus is a fantastic organization for children in grades 3 - 9.

There are two choirs, the HC3 is an auditioned group for children

grades 4 - 9 and the director is Suzanne Purtee. The Jr. chorus is

unauditioned (a great learning group) for grades 3 - 5. Their

director is Lea Hoppe. Both ladies are wonderful with the children.

Auditions for HC3 are easy to arrange by calling or emailing Suzanne

Purtee. In order ...

FPS Paintball Home School Program, Fall 2007

Carrie — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:21:58 GMT

FPS Paintball Home School Program, Fall 2007. This Fall FPS Paintball has a program to help home schooled kids get those PE credits in a fun way with other home schooled children.

Paintball is great physical exercise and teaches things like teamwork and communication. Here's the deal:

Every Thursday morning from September 6 to December 13, with the exception of Thanksgiving day, FPS Paintball will be open from 8:00AM to 12 noon exclusively for home schooled children. That's ...

Emerald City Sports, Football

Carrie — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 03:19:53 GMT

"We are actually in Spring Training right now. We have two more weeks for Spring Training and it would be Great if any kids interested in playing came out. If they can't be there for the Spring they can come out to the fall practices. Fall practice begins July 23rd. We practice Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday nights from 5:30 to dark. If you know of any students wanting to participate please have them contact me as soon as possible so that we will have uniforms available for them. ...

Early Works Homeschool class schedule for 2007-2008

Carrie — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:07:21 GMT

The Early Works Homeschool class schedule for 2007-2008

Homeschool History Academy

The Homeschool History Academy is a selection of programs created just for homeschool students. The programs, held at the Early Works Museum Complex in Huntsville, are based on a variety of history topics and are designed for parents and children to participate together. Academy classes are held from 10am until 12pm.

Each two-hour session includes:

. Approximately 30 minutes ...

State Tries to Pressure/Trick Coverschools into Reporting

Carrie — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 14:27:07 GMT

State Compels Unauthorized Reporting

http://www.hslda.org/hs/state/al/200706150.asp

In a memorandum to local public school superintendents dated May 31, 2007, Joseph B. Morton, state superintendent of education, notified them that all church schools and private schools in their respective areas are required to report their existence to the Alabama State Department of Education (SDE). According to the memorandum, all church schools are required to complete the 2007-2008 Annual Report ...

Preschooler Music Class - Gurley

Admin — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 02:32:54 GMT

Forwarding info...

Hi All,

A beginner's music class for 2-5 year olds will begin in the fall at the WiseScrappers store.

The teacher, Libby Edwards, has a Bachelors in Music from Samford Univeristy. She is wonderful with children. (our girls love her) The class will run 10 weeks (Sept.-Nov.) from 10:00-10:50 am. Some of the things they will learn are:

a.. Basic rhythm

b.. Movement

c.. instrument making

d.. using different instruments

e.. introduction to the orchestra

If ...

Hello!

Darlene — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 18:17:32 GMT

My name is Darlene. I am currently homeschooling two boys, 9th grade and 3rd grade, in Mississippi. My husband is being transferred to Alabama so we will be moving shortly.

I look forward to living and homeschooling in Alabama!

Melody's Dance Schedule for 2007/2008

Admin — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 22:17:17 GMT

Melody's Dance Schedule for 2007/2008

This will be Melody's 7th year to teach Christian-based Ballet. Classes are kept small for quality instruction. Costuming is modest and Christian and Classical music is used. Classes begin the first week in September. Please contact Melody at #206-0220 or homespungirl84@yahoo.com to register or for more information (e-mail is the best way to contact her).

About the teachers:

Melody Kiyak - Dancing since age 6. Seven years of teaching ...

"Facing the Giants" Decatur (Free)

Carrie — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 23:06:48 GMT

Everyone is invited to Family Movie Night at Westmeade Baptist Church Parking Lot

This Friday night beginning at 8pm

The movie will be

�Facing the Giants�

This is a free movie!

Welcome Home Education Resources

Admin — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 22:09:12 GMT

Welcome to the North Alabama Homeschool Forum. I moved your information to the Check Me Out forum. Feel free to post any organized activities in the Homeschool Events. Thanks, Admin

field trips, academic enrichment, and scholarship opportunit

Home Education Resources — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 17:20:48 GMT

I am trying to reach as many HomeSchool families/groups as I can to let you know that Home Education Resources is now organizing field trips that are open to all full-time HomeSchool families.

Home Education Resources has recently begun organizing field trips in order that we may all take advantage of group discounts and enjoy field trips with other HomeSchool families.

Home Education Resources is an umbrella HomeSchool organization in south Atlanta, and would like to invite your ...

HOMESCHOOL FIELD TRIP 6/15 to Wild Animal Safari Pine Mtn GA

Home Education Resources — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 17:14:24 GMT

Home Education Resources, an umbrella HomeSchool organization in south Atlanta, would like to invite your HomeSchool friends and support group to join us in a field trip to Wild Animal Safari in Pine Mountain (details below).

Home Education Resources has recently begun organizing field trips open to all HomeSchool families in the state of Georgia in order that we may qualify for group discounts and enjoy field trips with other HomeSchool families.

Home Education Resources is not a ...

Tennessee Aquarium Homeschool Day 9/24

Carrie — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 23:13:38 GMT

From an email I received...

Hello Dorothy Seitz,

Our Home School Day this fall will be on *September 24, 2007**.* Last

year we had over 800 home school participants for our fall event and

over 600 for our January home school day. We are still offering great

discounts for admission to the Tennessee Aquarium, the IMAX Theater and

the gift shops in each facility. Free animal programs will be offered in

the auditorium from 11am to 3 pm and special behind-the-scenes tours ...

Soccer Try Outs & Sign Up - Huntsville

Carrie — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:59:22 GMT

The following are the annoucements for the fall 2007 Knights & Squires (Homeschool teams) Soccer Season:

1st Soccer Tryout & Sign Up

Knights Players: Boys Grade 9-12 (U-18 Division)

Squires Players: Boys Grade 6-8

When: Saturday, 9 Jun 07

Time: 1000-1200 Hrs

Location: Hillsboro Heights Baptist Church

2nd Soccer Tryout & Sign Up

Knights Players: Boys Grade 9-12 (U-18 Division)

Squires Players: Boys Grade 6-8

When: Saturday, 30 Jun 07

Time: 1000-1200 Hrs

Location: ...

The Statue of Liberty History/Literature Unit Study 6/1

Admin — Thu, 31 May 2007 17:19:13 GMT

http://www.homeschoolestore.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=768

Offer good until June 1st!

This unit includes a short historically accurate fictional story about the Statue of Liberty's history. This is followed by 15 days worth of activities. These are: Daily Journal Questions for 15 days, Drawing, Science, Report Writing, Creative Writing, Poetry Writing, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Sequence of Events, Cause and Effect. Dictionary Skills, Encyclopedia Skills, Bible Verse Activity, ...

Hey Bikers! Swap Meet and Bike Show, Decatur June 23rd

Admin — Thu, 31 May 2007 16:22:46 GMT

From www.bikerdesigns.com Swap Meet and Bike Show

Our next bike show and swap meet will be our North Alabama show, held at the Morgan County Fairgrounds, 1024 Modaus RD SW in Decatur, AL.

The date will be Saturday June 23. Gates open from 10 am to 6pm, admission is $5.00.

This show will kick off our Bike Builders Challenge. Here's how it's gonna work: If YOU built your bike, whether your'e a shop owner or a guy in his garage, this is your class. Winners from this class at each ...

Hello Northeast Alabama Homeschoolers!

Bonnie Jones — Thu, 31 May 2007 05:31:14 GMT

I am starting a new homeschool enrichment program to be based in the Fort Payne area of Dekalb County. It will be for Dekalb and surrounding counties and open to all homeschoolers under my cover as well as those in other covers. I will be focusing on the most urgent need for middle and highschool academic classes and also provide opportunities for the whole family to enjoy. It will have to be a team effort for it to be a success. The more the merrier. So pray for me and for God to open all ...

Summer Debate and Speech Classes

Jackie — Wed, 30 May 2007 16:04:15 GMT

If you are interested in your student learning more about what debate and speech is all about there are some summer debate and speech classes.

SUMMER 2007 DEBATE & SPEECH CLASSES WITH THE QUANS

Instructor: Jacob Quan, founder and director of Milestones Debate and Speech club, four-year competitor in NCFCA, national qualifier for debate and speech, head coach of numerous winning debaters and speakers at the state, regional, and national level.

Instructor: Jennifer Quan, three-year ...

Summer Slowdown

Admin — Tue, 29 May 2007 22:40:10 GMT

Hi Y'all!

Summer is here. Some of you will be schooling through the summer and some of you won't. Either way, life is very busy right now.

This is a new board and not very active right now. I justed wanted to mention that come August, the North Alabama Homeschool Forum will be ready to really get busy. We will be hosting some contests to encourage more group members because more members means more information that can be shared.

So enjoy your summer, feel free to stop by ...