http://www.sahero.org/Active Topics from the forum of San Antonio HERO for http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=263<span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi">Summit Christian Academy is a University-Model School® located in the Hill Country of San Anto... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=235Found this web site with lots of free printables & thought someone might enjoy it.<br/> <br/> http://www.janbrett.com/index.html<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=164A retired German teacher is interested in teaching a homeschool German class this fall. This is in the planning stages to just see what the interest is and what people are looking for. Email me if your interested.<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=227Wasn't sure where to put this.  Growing Without Schooling now has some issues available online.<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> <br/> <pre><tt><tt> Another issue of GWS posted at Unschooling.com<br/> Date: Sun May 13, 2007 4:12 pm ((PDT))<br/> GROWING WITHOUT SCHOOLING ISSUE #8 NOW ONLINE!<br/> <br/> Begun in 1977 as the first nation-wide publication for homeschooling<br/> families, Growing Without Schooling represents the original<br/> ground-breaking work of author and educator John H... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=212The Scholastic Warehouse Sale is December 6 to December 22.  You can check the web site for details on hours, location, and more.<br/> <br/> www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/warehouse<br/> <br/> Just choose Texas & scroll down to San Antonio.<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=203Comments about an upcoming show:<br/> http://localhs.com/scuttle/2006/10/great-school-debate.asp<br/> <br/> Friday, October 20, 2006<br/> The Great School Debate<br/> <br/> The Dr. Phil Show, "The Great School Debate" (Proposed Air Date: October <br/> 27, 2006) begins with a couple that calls themselves "Radical Unschoolers. <p><wbr></wbr>"<br/> <br/> During a recent discussion on the California Homeschool Network E-mail <br/> list, Kirsten shared her first-han... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=207San Antonio HERO is pleased to present the third in this year's "Dinner with..." series; Dinner with Mary Stowers - Yes, You Can Homeschool for High School.<br/> <br/> The thought of homeschooling through the high school years is often intimidating to many homeschoolers. Mary Stowers, a long-time homeschooler of six children, has the information to answer your questions. Can you homeschool high school? Should you homeschool for high school? And how do you do it? Bring your questions ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=202We are offering a special beginner's calligraphy class for Moms! The dates are Saturday, October 28, and Saturday, November 4. We will meet from 9-11 AM at our home in Bulverde. Both classes would need to be attended. Please contact us for more information!! family@5lavins.com http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=197Dinner with... September 21st 7pm<br/> <br/> San Antonio HERO is kicking off this years Dinner with series with... Dinner with Kelly Crespin "Directing Your Children Towards their Passions" September 21st at 7pm La Madeleine 4820 Broadway, San Antonio 78209 Seating is limited. RSVP to hmschoolsa@gmail.com The event is free. Dinner and drinks are not included.<br/> <br/> Come join us for a fun and enlightening event!!!<br/> <br/> Directing Your Children towards their Passions<br/>... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=185We're recruiting for Odyssey of the Mind. I've posted a brief article ahttp://www.sahero.org/article_read.asp?id=10.  I'll be having an information meeting on August 14th at 2:00 pm at Cody library. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=187Letters About Literature invites children to write a letter to an author, living or dead, explaining how his or her work somehow changed their view of the world or themselves.  Typically, we receive about 50,000 letters each year.  Although the deadline for submission is December 8, we have free teaching resources we could place in the hands of educators if this announcement ran sometime in September and/or October.  Teachers who learn about the program late generally don't ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=180Yes, I know this a repeat topic from another forum but what's the point of being the administrator if I can't  get people's attention every now and then? Come to HERO's Homeschool Roundup and learn more about homeschooling in San Antonio than you could ever get from one list!  We are going to have sessions on starting homeschooling, learning styles, unschooling, homeschooling dads, and more. There are also going to be a lot of support groups there so you can get an idea of what they ha... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=154Every Saturday. These informative weekly programs at the amphitheater discuss the flora and fauna, history and the natural and cultural resources at the park, Honey Creek SNA and the surrounding area. Invited speakers from the Friends of Guadalupe River State Park/Honey Creek State Natural Area Group, park staff and Master Naturalists from the area, as well as other local experts conduct these programs. 8-9 p.m.; suggested donation of $2 person or $5 per family (830) 438-2656.<span class="smallt... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=145<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue"> The Language Arts Summer School is a learning opportunity for children with dyslexia or learning difficulty in the areas of Language Arts and Reading.<br/> <br/> There will be an informational meeting, Wednesday, May 31st, 2006, 6:30 at MacArthur Park Lutheran Church. <br/> <br/> 2903 Nacogdoches Rd.<br/> San Antonio, TX 78217<br/> 210-822-5374<br/> <br/> Students who benefit most from this instructional opportunity in... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=138Does anyone have kids totally into video games such as EverQuest or Madden Football? I'm just hoping that their might be someone else out there who would actually be interested in debating whether or not to start an 86 defensive end rookie versus a 92 pro-bowler. I can't believe I've actually reached the point where I know what he's talking about!<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=131HERO will have an information booth at the WaterFest so drop by and say hi.<br/> http://www.saws.org/education/H2O_University/Elementary/WaterFest/<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=109November 27, 2006<br/> <br/> Mayan Ruins and Caribbean<br/> Marine Waters in the Yucatan<br/> <br/> We are offering this economical, educational excursion that could be of <br/> interest to Texas homeschoolers who possess the freedom to travel at <br/> off-season rates.<br/> <br/> 5-Night - Carnival Cruise<br/> $339 (category 4A stateroom)<br/> Plus, $5.00 guided-excursion to Dzibilchaltun Ruins<br/> Sail: Nov 27, 2006 Galveston to Progresso & Cozumel<br/> <br/> Deposit: $50.00... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=45Do any of you guys out there have blogs you'd be willing to post here? I haven't started blogging. My daughters say it would be boring. One sentence blogs just don't cut it. I have been reading some interesting blogs from homeschoolers in the UK. They call it Home Education & call the kids who do it HEKs. I'm reading those because I like the different ways they use words. Cathleen http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=96What a great site and discussion forum for home educating families. <br/> <br/> Thank you for your labour in setting this up and keeping it running. <br/> <br/> I am encouraged. http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=93San Antonio, TX <br/> <br/> Oakwell Branch Public Library <br/> 4134 Harry Wurzbach <br/> 210-828-2569 <br/> May 20; Aug 19; Nov 18 <br/> Sat 11-3:30 <br/> 1,500 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; .25-$4<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=92San Antonio, TX <br/> <br/> North East Council of PTAs <br/> at Blossom Athletic Center <br/> Littleton Gym <br/> 12002 Jones Maltsberger Rd. <br/> 210-804-7164 (leave message) <br/> ptabooksale@sbcglobal.net <br/> April 22 - 23 <br/> Sat 10-6, Sun noon-4 <br/> 40,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; .50-$1 <br/> Cash only, no checks or credit cards accepted<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=84For those still interested in our APRIL Calligraphy Class for children, we have a few openings left. It will be held on April 21st and 28th. Please contact Jennifer or Jaimee at 830-438-3703 for more information as soon as possible! We are offering one more class in June. It is a 2-week class, on June 19th and 26th, from 9:30-11:30 AM. We will be covering the same material as listed in our earlier posting. Please contact us this month if you have a son or daughter who loves art and would like... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=83Apple Computer acknowledges homeschoolers as educators.  They have a web site for homeschoolers to be able to purchase with an educator's discount.  I'm not sure that they are good discounts, but it is nice that they at least acknowledge us!<br/> <br/> Apple - K-12 Education - Homeschools<br/> http://www.apple.com/education/k12/homeschool/<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=82I had posted this under HERO-General Chat, but not many people saw it.  So, I am posting it here, too.<br/> <br/> <<<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="black"> San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunities is glad to announce another benefit for members of HERO.  Academic Superstore (academicsuperstore.com), an academic discount software provider, provides discounts to homeschoolers who are members of a "recognized" organization.  San ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=17We are in a bind. My son is in 8th grade and the "christian" school he is in really isn't as "christian" as we were told. I will be loosing my teaching position at the end of the week and we want to home school. What do we do? Andrew http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=67For those who read the Saturday article "Taking TAKS to task" on the front page, the person discussed, Kimberly Marciniak, is a former homeschooler. Her mom, Kathy, is currently homeschooling her younger brother. Kimberly decided to go to high school after having been homeschooled and attended private school. As for the year she spent in New Zealand, the Northeast ISD couldn't seem to find a way to count her classes in geology and Shakespear for required classes here, you know like sci... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=74A Calligraphy Class, taught by Misses Jennifer and Jaimee Lavin Please consider joining us this spring for a beginner's class in calligraphy and beautiful handwriting. We will briefly explore the history of handwriting, learn the basics of the Italic calligraphy alphabet, practice fancy letters and flourishes, and learn how to draw creative borders that can enhance your cards and letters. This class will consist of two sessions held at the Lavin home in Bulverde. There will be one class... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=71Amy has posted information on the Pizza Hut-Book It program on email group. <br/> <br/> <table width="92%" bordercolor="#663399" border="0" bgcolor="#ffffff" class="text"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="100%" valign="top" height="35" bordercolor="#FFFFFF"> <p class="text">Thank you for your interest in the BOOK IT! Program for grades K-6. <font color="#000000">Enrollment for the 2006-07 BOOK IT! Program ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=70 <p style="" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: "Courier New";">The Discover TI Neighborhood Workshop is coming:<span style="">      </span><span style="">  </span><span style="">    </span><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: "Courier New";">Monday, March 27 - </span><st1:time hour="17" minute="0"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=66Just thought I'd explain why I picked a Texas avatar.  Because, I'm really proud of all the work my sister has done on researching my family.  She is in the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (the people that run the Alamo) on both our Mother's side & our Father's side.  The ladies in her chapter are really impressed because of that.<br/> <br/> I know--not really important--but I'm trying really hard to help get discussion going here.  So, you can even yell at me if you... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=2Information, suggestions about contests http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=54<p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" color="#330099"><b>Volunteer Camp Counselors: </b>C.A.M.P. needs high-school and college-aged youths and adult counselors to enable children with special needs to reach their maximum potential. Throughout summer 2006, we want volunteers for five-day sessions (Sunday-Friday). You will be trained to care for a camper's daily living needs, maintain ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=38<p>You do not have to buy curriculum to homeschool. You do not have to have a "set" curriculum to homeschool. Your child will not be truant if withdraw her to homeschool without having purchased a curriculum. <br/> <br/> According to the <a href="http://www.tea.state.tx.us/taa/comm042004.html">Commissioner's April 20, 2004 Home School Policy Letter</a>, <br/> <br/> "Students should be disenrolled by school officials when they receive written notice either by signing withdrawal... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=34Did you know that the famed San Antonio Riverwalk serves a vital flood control function for downtown San Antonio? How about that a 3-mile-long underground tunnel diverts San Antonio River flood waters from the downtown area? Learn about these and other “Flash Flood Alley” facts in a half-day field trip titled San Antonio’s Urban Flood Management System. <p>The field trip begins at SARA’s headquarters with a presentation and hands-on activities. Next, students are gu... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=29I would like to buy a directory, but hubby wants me to make sure it is not too outdated, that it is fairly current.  Thanks! <img src="/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/MWPX/regular_smile.gif" alt=""/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=26<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue"> How many times have your heard that doing "x" with homeschoolers is like herding cats? Actually, I've heard, and said, much worst. I'm trying to figure out if I just set my expectations too high. My biggest complaint comes from emails where someone asks a question that is already answered on the website, often on the homepage. <br/> <br/> Now being a web programmer, I know that I tend to focus more on web and email... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=21Does anyone know of someplace that offers youth sports for ages 3, 4, or 5 that does not practice or play on Friday evenings or Saturdays? Any info is appreciated. Thanks! :) http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=19Any one interested in joining a homeschool swim team? My boys have been swimming for six years and they love this homeschooling swim team here in San Antonio. The Elite Swim Team practices 1:30 to 3:00 pm each day at Incarnate Word University Pool with Coach Alfi. Great coaching with homeschooling flexibility. If it sounds like something that would fit your family ; stop by to check it out and/or contact Coach Alfi at : aliiohana@grandecom.net for more information. http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=20We have tickets available (free) for a program called From the Top which is being recorded at the Majestic Theatre this Thursday evening at 8pm. From the Top is a program that highlights young performers and some of the performers for this particular program are from our area... We would like to give the tickets to any of your students/families who would like to have them. They will be "free to good homes" until we run out of tickets... Students and/or parents may pick up tickets at Texas ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=11How did you learn about this web site? http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=18Any business or support group may be included in the Homeschool Directory for free by filling out a survey. The links for the surveys follow: Business http://www.sahero.org/Extras/BusinessSurvey.htm Support Group http://www.sahero.org/Extras/support%20group%20survey.htm We have closed submissions for the current directory. Any submissions received will be included in the next directory. Both the directory and the website accept advertising. Please contact us at contact@sahero.org ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=8<font size=2><font face='Arial'>Post your curriculum questions here.</font id='Arial'></font id=size2> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=16Dual Credit Options for Homeschoolers (or why this opportunity is too good to pass up) In Texas, high school students may enroll in classes that offer high school credit as well as college credit under the Dual Credit Program. Dual credit classes meet college standards and are usually considered honors or Advanced Placement (AP) high school classes. High school juniors and seniors may take up to two dual credit classes per semester and pay only for the cost of books--tuition and fees are pai... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=15No. SA-HERO does not intend to replace support groups or coops. Our goal is to act as referral for individuals new to homeschooling or new to the San Antonio area to the various homeschool groups. And while it's part of SA-HERO's mission to operate without regard to religion or philosophy, we don't expect this to be true of support groups. We want to know if a group has a statement of faith or is geared for teaching only a certain curriculum. This way we can refer individuals to appropriate supp... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=14San Antonio Home Education and Resource Opportunities is incorporated under the State of Texas, Document Number 31392180002. You may contact us by email at info@sahero.com. We can be reached by phone at 210-587-2407. Our mailing address is: 12307 Hart Ranch San Antonio, TX 78249 Michelle Kretzschmar, President Terry Duncan, Director of Program Development http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=13Members will have access to the equipment lending library, mentoring, a San Antonio Homeschool Directory, and an ID Card. We are also planning a Homeschool Roundup of individuals and support groups, a homeschool band, an Odyssey of the Mind team, homeschool information sessions, and an academic competition team. All services and activities are contingent on enrolling members and volunteers. The services we selected are based on the results of our survey. Some services, such as the equipme... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=12No. If your child has never attended school in the district, you are not required to contact them. Think of having enrolled your child in a private school. You wouldn’t notify the district in such a case and the private school is not sending them any information either. If you are withdrawing your child from school, you do not have to register your child or curriculum with the district. Again, think private school. Public schools do not ask private schools to submit their curriculums for ap... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=9The following is some friendly, non-legal advice based other homeschooler’s experiences. Yes. Homeschooling is legal in Texas. You are considered a private school in Texas. And in Texas, of course, private schools are unregulated. This means that public school officials can not request to review or approve your curriculum. The Texas education code describes the exemption from compulsory school attendance as follows: Title 2. Public Education; Subtitle E. Students and Parents; Chapter 2... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=209I've been looking for another high school level science class and came across Global Systems Science (GSS).  http://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/gss/<br/> It looks like a flexible and complete system that homeschoolers could easily use and the cd is only $20. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=163Notebooking seems to be a new term for formalizing homeschool scrapbooking or creating a daily portfolio. Basically, you have a notebook and you keep stuff in it. What stuff is whatever you happen to be learning about. You can have one notebook for everything, a Da Vinci approach, or you can have separate notebooks for each subject. <br/> <br/> The notebooks can be used with a formal curriculum where you just put all your worksheets and tests in the notebook. They would be really great for tho... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=192My pet peeve is over-price, poor quality, web or computer based curriculum. If you've seen good curriculum, you can recognize bad. Of course, part of the problem is that too often you don't know curriculum is bad until you've bought it. Given the wide availability of good resources that offer money back guarantees, trial periods, or samples, there is no reason to buy web-based curriculum site unseen. <br/> <br/> What should you expect from web/computer-based curriculum? Up to date information ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=179Yes, I know this a repeat topic from another forum but what's the point of being the administrator if I can't  get people's attention every now and then? Come to HERO's Homeschool Roundup and learn more about homeschooling in San Antonio than you could ever get from one list!  We are going to have sessions on starting homeschooling, learning styles, unschooling, homeschooling dads, and more. There are also going to be a lot of support groups there so you can get an idea of what they ha... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=152I am a homeschool parent with a middle school daughter affected by Asperger's.  I am also a student in a MEd, elearning, tech, and design program.  I am combining the two and creating a performance enhancement<br/> tool for online/computer management of her learning, and need other parents who would like to contribute to design of this tool, because it will be designed with users in mind.  It will take minimal time, just offer your thoughts as we go.  The process of des... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=151I've always loved maps and with more GIS available on the web, there are some great map-making sites. I've just wasted too much time playing the maps at the <a href="http://nationalatlas.gov/index.html">National Atlas Home</a> website. You can also get some very interesting information locally from the <a href="http://maps.sanantonio.gov/">City of San Antonio's website</a>. They are in the process of updating the site, but it still has plenty of layers to play with. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=149I just enrolled my son in a UT online high school biology class and had to purchase lab equipment. I'll discuss my opinion about labs at another time. Anyway, after having some problems with the shipping costs with the recommended supplier and a less than helpful experience with a local supplier, I search the net and came across <a href="http://www.hometrainingtools.com/">Home Science Tools</a>. http://www.hometrainingtools.com/ If you're looking for science related equipment and supplies, this ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=137Anyone have any recommendations/opinions on high school level geometry text books?<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=126This free curriculum is from the Texas Railroad Commission<br/> http://www.rrc.state.tx.us/divisions/afred/education/education.html<br/>  <font size="3" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><i>Alternative Energy</i> consists of 24 lessons on energy and alternative fuels, primarily in the contexts of physics, chemistry, biology and earth science. Lessons are also included for Engl... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=85This is the time of year for used curriculum sales. You will probably find several different support groups having curriculum sales in the next few weeks. SACH and CHECC are listed on the event calendar. Also, NEISD PTA is having a used book sale. I don't know what kind of books are included but for $1.00 hardbacks and .50 for paperbacks, it's probably worth a look. Again, the event is listed on the calendar.<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=79Have any of you looked at the free Ambleside Online curriculum? <br/> http://www.amblesideonline.org<br/> <br/> It is a Charlotte Mason style curriculum with a lot of the books online. <br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=30What curriculum do you use? Is there a curriculum that you love and would like to tell everyone about? Is there something that just didn't work for your family? Please feel free to share your experiences and ask questions. Cathleen http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=46You can get curriculum on teaching the First Amemendment from the Illion First Amendment Center at http://cagle.msnbc.com/news/MemorialDay2005/2.asp. I've just finished using it with a coop and was pleased with it. I'm assuming it went over well since no one complained ;-) If you decide to use it, let me know because I have a bunch of links to resources that supplement it. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=44For those of you whose kids did not demand to start reading at age four or did not spontaneously pick up a book and start reading at age 8, 9, 10, or 11, I want to suggest a great "Don't Panic" resource. The book is called "Reading Rescue 1-2-3" by Peggy M. Wilber. It was a life saver for me.<br/> <br/> Everyone told us that our son would be reading by age 3. Well, he didn't. And the little reading we coaxed out of him was painful for all involved. While I knew that it's na... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=261<span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi">Summit Christian Academy is a University-Model School® located in the Hill Country of San Anto... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=255This is our first year homeschooling.  I have a 5,3, and 1 year old. I'd like for my 5 year old to be involved in a weekly group beginning next fall.  I am looking for something that will allow her to have a consistent peer group with which to spend time.  We are near the Fair Oaks Ranch area.  We did try the park day at Raymond Russell, but it wasn't a good fit for us.  I am open to co-ops,playdays etc., as long as the group is fairly consistent so she has a chance to d... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=248Hello all,<br/> <br/> Just wanted to inform parents that we are starting a new homeschool group called Victorious Faith Baptist Church School. You can learn more about the group by visiting the following web link www.vfaith.org/school.dsp<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> Edited by - pastorejuarez on 11/07/2007 1:39:12 PM http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=157A lot of groups suspend meetings in the summer but I know two groups will continue meeting: The Relaxed Homeschoolers and the NW Homeschoolers.<br/> <br/> <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=231<font face="Comic Sans MS">Hello!  Tia Heath and I lead an all-inclusive Homeschool Girl Scout troop.  We meet on Tuesday afternoons from 2-4pm starting in late September.  If you are interested, please contact me at <a href="mailto:AV8RLVR@yahoo.com">AV8RLVR@yahoo.com</a>  or call me at (210) 393-2532.<br/> <br/> Thank you!<br/> Amy Pruitt<br/> Troop #2642</font> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=225<font size="4" face="Arial" color="#ff00ff"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; color: fuchsia; font-family: Arial;"><font size="4">When it rains, it pours!  We are rescheduling the solar observation and light wave theory park days for dates to be announced later this spring!<br/> Don't let this particular activity's cancellation keep you indoors!  Please come by and enjoy the spring showers at Raymond Russell Park.  We have a covered pavilion, a flowing creek, a selection of bo... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=22I'm trying to find out what groups are available on the northwest side of town. As far as I can tell, HAVEN is the only group that exists in the area from around Seaworld to just east of I-10. HAVEN is an excellent resource, I'm just trying to find out if there are other groups or co-ops out there. What groups do NW homeschoolers join or are they just a generally independent lot? http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=201 <div style="margin: 0px;">San Antonio HERO is happy to present the second in this year's "Dinner with..." series;  </div> <div style="margin: 0px;">Dinner with Connie Michel - Learning How To Learn (or How To Teach With Confidence)</div> <div style="margin: 0px;"><br/> </div> <div style="margin: 0px;">Connie's presentation at HERO's roundup was to a standing-room-only crowd, come join us for a fun and enlightening event!!!</div> <div style="margin: 0px;"><br/> </... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=199San Antonio <span class="st" name="st" id="st">Metropolitan</span> <span class="st" name="st" id="st">Ballet</span><br/> <br/> <br/> The San Antonio <span class="st" name="st" id="st">Metropolitan</span> <span class="st" name="st" id="st">Ballet</span> would like to invite  the<br/> homeschool community to the production of La Boutique Fantasque on<br/> Friday, November 24 at 2:30 at the Lila Cockrell Theater.  During this<br/> performance there will be a short intermission with ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=195<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue">  <font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue">I will be having an Odyssey of the Mind Information Meeting at the Cody Library on September18th at 2:00 pm. During this time I will go over Odyssey of the Mind, have the kids do some spontaneous problem solving, and answer any questions.</font> </font> <p><font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue"><font size="2" face="Verdana... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=193San Antonio HERO is kicking off this years Dinner with series with...<br/> Dinner with Kelly Crespin<br/>  "Directing Your Children Towards their Passions"<br/> September 21st at 7pm<br/> La Madeleine<br/> 4820 Broadway, San Antonio 78209<br/> Seating is limited. RSVP to <a href="mailto:hmschoolsa@gmail.com" onclick="return top.js.OpenExtLink(window,event,this)">hmschoolsa@gmail.com</a><br/> The event is free.<br/> Dinner and drinks are not included.<br/> <br/> Come join... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=178Yes, I know this a repeat topic from another forum but what's the point of being the administrator if I can't  get people's attention every now and then? Come to HERO's Homeschool Roundup and learn more about homeschooling in San Antonio than you could ever get from one list!  We are going to have sessions on starting homeschooling, learning styles, unschooling, homeschooling dads, and more. There are also going to be a lot of support groups there so you can get an idea of what they ha... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=165Anyone interested in forming a homeschool baseball team for ages 14 and under? A homeschool dad is looking to form a team for the fall to play in select tournaments. Depending on the number and age of the kids, he may have the team compete in 16 and under. This team may be the basis for a future high school team. Send an email to <a href="mailto:contact@homeedsa.com"> <script language="JavaScript" type="tex... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=143All support groups, new or old, are invited to exhibit free at the Roundup. All you have to do is fill out an <a href="http://www.sahero.org/Roundup/ruSupportGroup01.htm">online registration form</a>. Each group registration also include two free adult admissions. Free table, free parking, free admissions, what more could you want?<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=121New group in the New Braunfels area. Yahoo group at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cayatexas/<br/> <br/> We are an open minded, welcoming homeschool support group for families located in and around the New Braunfels, Texas area. We meet to share space, ideas and to have field trips and community. We welcome everyone, regardless of religion, family style, homeschooling style, parenting style or hair style. If you are purple with pink spots we would be glad to meet you. If your a pagan, budist, m... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=120This is a new group forming in the northwest area. They have a yahoo group at: <br/> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GiftedHomeschoolSA/<br/> The description is as follows: <br/> This group exists to provide a forum to parents of gifted students and to offer socialization opportunities with other gifted students. We will have info meetings, park days, co-ops, and field trips designed to challenge the gifted mind. I am a certified teacher in gifted and secondary English. I welcome all who are in... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=108Jennifer Riba and I co-lead a relaxed Girl Scout Troop.  We meet on Friday afternoons.  We are a small troop and focus on the fun scout activities.  Thing like traditions, songs, games and the likes.  If you are interested please email me and I will be happy to answer any questions you might have. <br/> <br/> Stacy<br/> blue_celestite@yahoo.com <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=87Does anyone know of support groups in the Attascosa county, Pleasanton, Jourdanton area? We get requests for support in that area and I only know that SAHEN is on the southest side of San Antonio. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=51My name is Henry Seyfarth, and our company, Unique Fire Safety, provides educational programs as a public service. <div> </div> <div>The title of our presentation is "Home Fire Safety Education" and we do this for groups and organizations such as church's, PTA's, civic clubs, mom's groups, business's, government organizations (city, county, state and federal) as well as volunteer fire departments all over Texas.  </div> <div> </div> <div>Most deaths and inju... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=262<span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi">Summit Christian Academy is a University-Model School® located in the Hill Country of San Anto... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=258As a homeschool father and family of 5, were are always wanting to be a good steward of the financial resources God has allowed us to make. The following website is a great tool to make this happen.<br/> <br/> <a href="http://www.crown.org/Tools/">Crown Financial Ministries Tools</a><br/> <br/> I am also privileged to serve as the Area Director for this Ministry. If God is leading your homeschool group learn about stewardship, feel free to contact me!<br/> <br/> In the love of Christ,<br/>... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=253Hello. I am Beverly Mom to Noah who is 6. I just took him out of public school last week and will be home schooling. He has down syndrome and I am just needing to know where to start and where to get info on curriculum and such. He was in PPCD/ kindergarten. We had safety issues, he came home last month with a bruise on his arm from a hand print, Rocks in his shoes three times this year, and low expectations of him and not teaching him but baby sitting him with infant toys since he was three. Af... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=68I still haven't figured out how to up load a file to the files area.   I have made an Excel file containing the title, author, and call number of homeschooling books available in the San Antonio Public Library.  You can pm me or email me (through the forum) and I'll be glad to send it to you.<br/> <br/> There are about 100 things--mostly books, a cd-rom and a video. I was surprised at how many things there were!<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=250I realized my daughter is not getting challenged enough in her studies going to a public school so i decieded to home school her at home and wanted tips on how to get started what books should i use she is in the second grade right now but has 3rd grade reading and math skills. please help anyone thanks,. http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=224Okay, I am completely new to homeschooling.  I have never done it, don't know anyone who does it, and didn't understand the concept until recently.  I want to take my kids out of public school in about 2 weeks and don't know where to start with everything that will still need to be done for the rest of this year.  How will this affect my daughters' grades for this 9 weeks grading period, or will I just fill in those grades myself?  They are both in the gifted and talented pro... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=39What questions do you have about getting started?  There is a lot of experience available here.  Ask &  we will try to answer or help you find an answer.<br/> <br/> I have been homeschooling since about 1985 or 1986.  I have two daughters in college who homeschooled all the way through and a son who is a junior in high school this year who has always been homeschooled.  I may not know what is right--but I have lots of experience with what didn't work!<br/> <br/> ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=222<p>Announcement: Rebecca has had to step down from her position of leader of the group. Christina and Jeanie will continue the group as usual.<br/> Thanks to Rebecca for all her hard work! </p> <p><br/> Southside Smoothing The Way hosted by SA Christian Homeschoolers</p> <p>A Program Designed for New Homeschooling Parents</p> <p><br/> A message from the leader: I personally wish I had taken this course<br/> when I was barely starting out. This could have really helped me<br/> feel more p... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=213Here is a link to a discussion of various styles of homeschooling:<br/> http://www.illinoishouse.org/styles.htm<br/> <br/> I have found it helpful to read  & think about the different styles in my homeschool journey.<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=211<div><font face="Arial" color="#ff0000" size="2"><span class="921164407-21112006"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align="center"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt; COLOR: #333333"><font face="Times New Roman">We are happy to announce the following: <p> </p> </font></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align="center"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt; COLOR: #333333"> <p><font face="Times New Roman"> </font></p>... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=196<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue"><b>Dinner with... September 21st 7pm</b></font><br/> <br/> <font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue"> San Antonio HERO is kicking off this years Dinner with series with... Dinner with Kelly Crespin "Directing Your Children Towards their Passions" September 21st at 7pm La Madeleine 4820 Broadway, San Antonio 78209 Seating is limited. RSVP to <a href="mailto:hmschoolsa@gmail.com">hmschools... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=160<p>I am a new homeschooler who is also new to the San Antonio area.  I was homeschooled (K-12th grade) and now it is time for my daughter to start kindergarten.  The only problem is I am totally lost.   I am looking for a support group near me but I can't seem to make heads or tails of the websites I have looked on.  If there is anyone who can help me make a little bit of sense of where to get started I would appreciate it.     Thank so much. &nb... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=182I homeschooled my oldest for kinder 3 years ago but she has since been going to public school as well as my middle child.  I want to homeschool again (she has been begging for over a year now) but not quite sure how to re-raise the topic with my husband.  At the time he was military and I was able to present a great argument with our traveling around as the clincher for him.  Now he is retired and we are here for at least the next 5 years.  He was homeschooled himself and had... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=175Come to HERO's Homeschool Roundup and learn more about homeschooling in San Antonio than you could ever get from one list!  We are going to have sessions on starting homeschooling, learning styles, unschooling, homeschooling dads, and more. There are also going to be a lot of support groups there so you can get an idea of what they have to offer in a single setting. Register online and it's only $5.00, kids are free! We've put together a great program, we just need you there to make it a gr... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=174Being a Cheerful Rebel <br/> http://www.homeedmag.com/HEM/234/rebel.html<br/> <br/> This article is from the current issue of Home Education Magazine.  I thought it was especially appropriate  as we gear up for another year of homeschooling.   Deborah Markus has a lot of insight into the homeschooling life.  She offers help for handling different challenges to our "rebellion".<br/> <br/> I would encourage you to read this article.  If you have any ins... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=173Home Education Magazine provides a free  email newsletter.  You can sign up for it here:<br/> http://www.homeedmag.com/wlcm_hemnewsltr.html<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=171This is a good post over at the <a href="http://throwingmarshmallows.homeschooljournal.net/2006/06/26/advice-for-potential-homeschool-newbies/">Throwing Marshmallows</a> blog. It's short and to the point: "Don’t feel that you have to have “all your ducks in a row” before you start, because you will find that things change once you start."  <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=58I want to preface the following by recognizing that many kids learn best with a structured approach. That said, I think one of the most common mistakes made by new homeschoolers is to school at home. You buy a curriculum, set a schedule, make lesson plans, and stress out about falling behind the schedule. It becomes very easy to start thinking "I can't do this" or "my child is going to be worst off." <br/> <br/> New homeschoolers really need to stop and think about why they... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=86I always tell new homeschoolers not to rush out to buy curriculum since they often find that it isn't what works for them. The panicky feeling to buy curriculum leads to much of the content at used curriculum sales. We'll it's that time of year so if you have barely touched curriculum, you should be able to find a place to sell it. And if you managed to restrain yourself, now is the time to feel a little smug and browse the sales for something you will actually use. <br/> <br/> You will probab... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=115I am considering homeschooling my child for the next academic year, my concern is that if this does not work out or I am no longer free to provide time to homeschool my child and I reenroll her in public school, what must I do to ensure she is reenrolled in the age or academic appropriate grade? Any advice out there? Misty http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=158Leaving Public Education by Ellen C. Bicheler<br/> http://www.homeedmag.com/INF/STRT/strt_art_lvpubed.html<br/> <br/> This article is an interesting read.  Since my children were never in the public school system, I can’t relate to everything.  I did find many things that were applicable all around, though.<br/> <br/> I’m going to point out some quotes that really stood out to me & why they caught my attention.  Feel free to comment, too.<br/> <br/> “I... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=148The latest edition of the <a href="http://www.homeschoolnewslink.com/homeschool/index.html">Lin</a>k, Volume 8 Issue 4, Krishyon Young responds to "I would homeschool my childrent, except..." in "<a href="http://www.homeschoolnewslink.com/homeschool/v8i4_one_mothers_points-frame.html">One Mother's Homeschool Talking Points.</a>" Her 10 points are:<br/> <br/> I don't have the patience.<br/> I can't affort it.<br/> My kids won't listen to me.<br/> What about socialization?... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=142If you're worried about what to say to firends, family, and total strangers, check this blog entry at <br/> <a href="http://nataliesnexus.blogspot.com/2006/05/silencing-homeschool-critics-without.html">Ramblings, Rants, and Remedies</a><br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=127http://www.homeedmag.com/INF/STRT/strt_art_rev.html<br/> Revelations of a Homeschooling Mom by Carol Wanagel<br/> <br/> This article is soooo encouraging.  Carol Wanagel began homeschooling when my oldest was still a toddler.  She speaks to all the common concerns about homeschooling.<br/> <br/> One of the things I really enjoyed was the enumeration of her Revelations.  She has 11 different revelations including socialization, textbooks, dealing with school officials and more... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=114We will have an information booth at St. Philip's Fiesta event. If you or someone you know is interested in homeschooling, please stop by for information. All support groups are welcomed to drop off information to distribute at this event and future HERO sessions. <p>Like a blast of multicolored confetti, Fiesta, with its unique blend of flavors and sounds, will shower the St. Philip’s College campus... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=113Here is another article that I have found interesting & helpful.<br/> <br/> Less is More by Cafi Cohen<br/> http://www.homeedmag.com/HEM/HEM144.97/144.97_clmn_ok.html<br/> <br/> Homeschooling doesn’t have to cost a fortune.  In fact, in the beginning, there wasn’t a lot out there to spend money on.<br/> <br/> “The growth of home education has created an explosion in use-at-home educational resources over the past 10 years.”<br/> <br/> With the homeschool... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=95A scope and sequence is not a rule that must be followed.  It is just a general guideline that someone has developed.  If you want to look at a scope and sequence that has been around for a while, this web site will take you to the World Book Scope & Sequence web site. <br/> <br/> http://www.worldbook.com/wc/browse?id=pa/tcs<br/> <br/> Don't let anything you see here distress you or put you off.  Children learn things on their own timetable.   Your child will lik... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=91http://www.homeedmag.com/INF/newhs.html<br/> <br/> This areticle by Mary McCarthy, a long-time homeschooling mom, is such an encouragement!  I wish that I had been able to read it 20+ years ago when I started homeschooling.<br/> <br/> Some of the highlights from my reading (I'd really like to hear your thoughts, too).<br/> <br/> Mary points out that reading every book in the library on homeschooling can just lead to confusion.   Since the experts don't even agree, we should ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=73Friendly Advice From Helen Hegener, 30-year homeschooling mom: With Courage and Confidence http://www.homeedmag.com/INF/advice.html I think my comments on this article got lost. Oh, well. I'll comment again! This is a good article to read when starting out. It isn't too intense and has some good common sense in it. The thing I like the best about it is this--"A sense of shared journey, and travellers' tales on the road". Homeschooling really is a journey together. Cathleen [... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=72For those who think they need to test, there are several places to order your tests. You will need to check each site to see what they require for test administrators. Bayside School Services--CAT 5 http://www.baysideschoolservices.com/cat.html Piedmont Education Services--Iowa Test of Basic Skills http://www.pesdirect.com/itbs.html Family Learning Organization--California Achievement Test http://www.familylearning.org/testing.html Thurber's Educational Assessments--CAT 5 (Calif... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=24HERO provides sessions on "Everything you wanted to know about homeschooling but didn't know who to ask" at no cost. If we currently don't have any scheduled or you want one at your local library or for your group, contact us and we'll set one up. Call 210-587-2407 or email at contact@sahero.org.<br/> <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=31I've just started a website for senior citizens and their families called <a href="http://www.alamoseniors.com">Alamo Seniors</a>. It's at www.alamoseniors.com. It's still in the preliminary stages but I think I've got a good start on resources and events for San Antonio area senior citizens.  And if anyone has a better term than "senior citizens," please let me know. <br/> Michelle<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=57Even if you are the most web phobic person around, if you have an email address you need to have a presence on the web. If nothing else, people want to get basic information on your business and how to contact you by clicking on a link before phoning you. <br/> <br/> There are many free websites and they are generally very easy to use. You can have your own website for nothing. You can have your own domain name for $10 or less a year. I've started to set up sample websites so that people can s... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=208In order to build inventory for our Resource Center SAHERO is collecting Box Tops for Education and Campbell's Soup Labels.<span style="">  </span>All money raised will be used to purchase items for our <a href="http://www.sahero.org/article_read.asp?id=14"><st1:place><st1:placename>Resource</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place></a> .<span style="">  </span>Currently the center has over three hundred items available for check out.<span style="">  </spa... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=237See the video <a href="http://www.woai.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?">HERE</a><br/> <br/> HERO board members are interviewed on local channel #4<br/> <br/> Post your comments on the segment <a href="http://community.woai.com/blogs/living/archive/2007/08/22/1910913.aspx">HERE</a><br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=205San Antonio HERO is pleased to present the third in this year's "Dinner with..." series; Dinner with Mary Stowers - Yes, You Can Homeschool for High School.<br/> <br/> The thought of homeschooling through the high school years is often intimidating to many homeschoolers. Mary Stowers, a long-time homeschooler of six children, has the information to answer your questions. Can you homeschool high school? Should you homeschool for high school? And how do you do it? Bring your questions ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=198Dinner with... September 21st 7pm<br/> <br/> San Antonio HERO is kicking off this years Dinner with series with... Dinner with Kelly Crespin "Directing Your Children Towards their Passions" September 21st at 7pm La Madeleine 4820 Broadway, San Antonio 78209 Seating is limited. RSVP to hmschoolsa@gmail.com The event is free. Dinner and drinks are not included.<br/> <br/> Come join us for a fun and enlightening event!!!<br/> <br/> Directing Your Children towards their Passions<br/>... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=136I would like to find out how many people there interested in playing sports at the high school level. For a lot of sports, once you reach high school age, high school organized teams are the only option. I know there is club soccer and limited baseball outside of high school. There is also track and field through the Amateur Athletic Union. Football is out and I have no idea about volleyball or basketball. The reason I ask is because HERO could participate in a homeschool league under TAPPS. How... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=123For anyone interested in Odyssey of the Mind, I posted a description under the articles section. If you have any questions as to why anyone would subject themselves to this, ask them here. Thanks.<br/> <br/> (Any parents of former OMers are encourage to give there opinion as too the accuracy of my descriptions.)<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=40We had our first Dinner with . . . . meeting on February 22nd with Andrew Pudewa of the Institute for Excellence in Writing.  The turnout was great.  There were nearly 50 in attendance.  Many stayed until the restaurant closed asking questions.<br/> <br/> This was only the first in a series.  We will be posting more information about future meetings as it becomes available.<br/> <br/> These meetings are a service of San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunites.&n... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=97HERO will have an information both at the upcoming Culture Fest at St. Phillip's college on April 27th. This is an official Fiesta Event. (Believe it or not, it will be my first.) Anyway, we will be giving out information and answering homeschool questions. If you have any information concerning your group's activities that you would like to distribute, please contact us and we'll see about getting it. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=53San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunities is proud to announce the winning representatives for the PSIA academic competition for 2006! Because of their accomplishments SA-HERO came in third place as a school. Listening 6th grade Annie Salinas 1st place Listening 7th grade Lauren Hebert 4th place Joshua Stowers 5th place Math 4th Mary Chacko 3rd place Math 5th grade George Gillette 1st place Math 6th grade Caleb Dye 1st place Timothy Kyler 2nd place Math 7... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=43Part of the Oddysey of the Mind press release San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunities (H.E.R.O.) sent three teams to the Central Texas Odyssey of the Mind regional tournament in Taylor, Texas. Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem solving competition for young people. No outside assistance from parents, friends, coaches, or teachers is allowed. The San Antonio H.E.R.O. teams each chose a category in which to compete. The high school team chose the “Ju... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=41San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunities is glad to announce another benefit for members of HERO.  Academic Superstore (academicsuperstore.com), an academic discount software provider, provides discounts to homeschoolers who are members of a "recognized" organization.  San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunities  is a recognized organization and its members will be allowed the discounts.  Please contact HERO at contact@sahero.org for more in... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=27HERO is always in search of volunteers and here's just a sampling of some of the areas in which we could use help:<br/> <br/> Coordinators for history and science fair<br/> Coordinate/present information to local homeschool groups<br/> Volunteer for tournament positions such as PSIA and Odyssey of the Mind<br/> Coordinate membership in TAPPS<br/> Organize sports teams with San Antonio Parks and/or YMCA<br/> Work on press releases and publicity<br/> <br/> And if you're dying to do someth... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=183The conference bag. No, it's not some awesome canvas tote or backback. It's a BIG plain yellow plastic bag with reinforced handles. The BIG and reinforced handles are the important part because of the bag's content. Two magazines, HEM and LIFE Learning Magazines. Catalogues including Rainbow Resources, Great Source, Home Science Tools, and more. This is only the tip of the iceberg, believe me, these bags are big! <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=172We are putting together a panel on avoiding homeschool burnout. If you are interested in participating, please answer the following questions and return them to contact@sahero.org. Thanks.<br/> <br/> Name:<br/> Phone:<br/> Email:<br/> Number of Years Homeschooling:<br/> Number/age of children homeschooled:<br/> Homeschooling curriculums/methods used:<br/> General homeschooling philosophy/reason for homeschooling:<br/> Summary of what you would contribute to the discussion of avoiding bu... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=170<p style="" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">We don't have all the session finalized or their official descriptions but I can tell you we're going to have some really good stuff. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">First of all, Jim Weiss is just going to do storytelling for the kids but will also have a workshop on teaching with storytelling. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <span style="font-size: 1... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=155<br/> ACE-<a href="http://www.aceministries.com/">Accelerated Christian Education</a> is returning this year. They offer comprehensive Christian-based curriculum solutions.<br/> <br/> <a href="http://www.bioindustrialproducts.com/">Bioindustrial Products</a> will also be returning with their microscopes. <br/> <br/> <a href="http://www.brightminds.us/home/index.jsp">Bright Minds</a> is a great source for those who like to find their own teaching resources.<br/> <br/> <a href="http://www.d... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=169<br/> <font><font size="2"><font size="2" face="Arial"><a href="http://crystalseadrama.tripod.com/"><font color="#0000ff">Crystal Sea Drama Company</font></a><br/> </font></font></font><font><font size="2"><font size="2"><a href="http://www.fittkidzgymz.com/"><font color="#0000ff">FITT Kidz Gymz</font></a><br/> </font></font></font><font><font size="2"><font size="2" face="Arial"><a href="http://www.sagirlscouts.org"><font color="#0000ff">Girl Scouts of San Antonio</font></a><br/> ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=168Think field trips. Think hands on learning. Think curriculum and lesson plans.<br/> <br/> <font><font size="2"><font size="2" face="Arial"><a href="http://www.klrn.org"><font color="#0000ff">KLRN</font></a><br/> </font></font></font><font><font size="2"><a href="http://www.sakids.org/"><font color="#0000ff">San Antonio Children's Museum</font></a><br/> </font></font><font><font size="2"><font size="2" face="Arial"><a href="http://www.sara-tx.org"><font color="#0000ff">San Antonio River ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=167The following support groups have registered for the conference:<br/> <br/> <font size="2"><font size="2" face="Arial">CAYATexas Support Group<br/> </font></font><font size="2">Homeschool Happenings<br/> </font><font><font size="2"><font size="2" face="Arial"><a href="http://www.lifehomeschoolco-op.org/"><font color="#0000ff">LIFE Co-op</font></a><br/> </font></font></font><font><font size="2"><font size="2" face="Arial"><a href="http://www.sahero.org/Roundup/groups.yahoo.com/grou... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=133We will have the following workshops provided by ArtsTeach<br/> <br/> <u><font size="3" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" color="#999933"><b>Workshop Title: CRAFT OF THE POTTER</b></font></u><br/> <p><b><font size="2" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" color="#333399"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ar</span>tist: <a href="http://www.artssanantonio.com/artists/viewartist.asp?ArtistID=98">Samantha Ostos</a></font> </b><font size="1">  </font><br/> <br/> <font size="2" face="Ar... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=122We're working on a teen program for this year's conference. We will also have a number of colleges that will be exhibiting this year. If you know any teens interested in organizing the program, contact us! We also could use any ideas you might have that would attract teens. OLLU is going out of it's way to accomodate us so there are all kinds of possibiliites-just let us know. Thanks.<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=116Because of the number of exhibitors, I'm going to split them in four categories: Curriculum vendors, organizations with education outreach, local support groups, and local tutors and activities. <br/> <br/> <br/> We have the following exhibitors confirmed for the Roundup:<br/> <br/> The South Texas MAiZE, http://www.cornfieldmaze.com/, will be presenting their field trip opportunities. <br/> <br/> The San Antonio Water System, http://www.saws.org/education/h2o_university/, will be returni... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=75Just wanted to let everyone know that the Institute for Excellence in Writing wil be at the conference. They will have their curriculum available for purchase. Not only will you be able to see it before you buy it, you will also save on shipping costs.<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=35We're working on our sessions for this coming year. We are going to have less time and space for sessions so we are going to have be more selective in our offerings. For those of you who attended the Roundup last year, what where the sessions that you found most valuable/interesting and would like to see again? What didn't you see that you would like us to include? <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=56If you are interested in an exhibitor's table at the Roundup but really don't need an entire table,  use this forum to find someone who will share a table. We had several people who were tutors or provided lessons who did this last year. It also allowed to make sure someone was at the table.<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=28HERO could use all the help it can get for the conference. If you are interested in any of the following, please let us know:<br/> <br/> Creating/Organizing Speaker Evaluations<br/> Contacting sponsors<br/> Creating banners and sign<br/> Coordinating/developing teen program<br/> <br/> Thanks<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=23I just want to let everyone know how grateful we are that Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) has agreed to host this year's Roundup. OLLU has always been homeschool friendly but they have definitely gone out of their way to help with the Roundup. Having the Roundup at OLLU will address the two big issues we had with last year's Roundup--parking and food. Parking is free and abundant and outside food is allowed in the facilities. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=259<a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sahero/links/Summer_in_San_Antoni_001178671950/" target="_blank"><font face="Verdana" color="#00008b" size="2">http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sahero/links/Summer_in_San_Antoni_001178671950/</font></a> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=230You can find links for camps at HERO's Yahoo group:<br/> <a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sahero/links/Summer_in_San_Antoni_001178671950/"> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sahero/links/Summer_in_San_Antoni_001178671950/</a><br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=162<font face="Verdana, Arial, Tahoma">Medina River Natural Area River Sleuths Summer Day Camp. 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon. Youngsters ages 7 - 11 can put their curiosity to work and unravel the ecological secrets of the region. Pre-registration is required and space is limited to 25 participants. $25 suggested donation. 624-2575.</font> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=146<span style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">Creative Memories Consultant, Sarah Walston, is providing a kids-only scrapbooking event. <br/> <br/> July 17-20<sup>th</sup>, from 9am-12pm, Sarah will conduct a hands-on workshop to help kids document, journal and preserve their photographs. She will provide coaching for kids in a fun atmosphere, encouraging them t... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=144The Language Arts Summer School is a learning opportunity for children with dyslexia or learning difficulty in the areas of Language Arts and Reading.<br/> <br/> There will be an informational meeting, Wednesday, May 31st, 2006, 6:30 at MacArthur Park Lutheran Church. <br/> <br/> 2903 Nacogdoches Rd.<br/> San Antonio, TX 78217<br/> 210-822-5374<br/> <br/> Students who benefit most from this instructional opportunity include:<br/> Children who have completed 2nd or 3rd grade<br/> Childr... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=130Kalat <font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue">is one of the projects of the Archeoclub d’Italia - non-profit organization situated in Campobello di Licata. The major interest of Kalat project is connected with protection and development of the Sicilian archeology heritage. For our activities we was worked with Italian and foreign participants, youth volunteers, students, research workers, non-profit organizations and with the support of the local institutions. ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=111<a href="http://www.smhall.org/summer/portal/">http://www.smhall.org/summer/portal/</a> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=110<a href="http://www.sa-academy.org/site/apps/lk/content2.aspx?c=ahKIIYNQF&b=1011367">http://www.sa-academy.org/site/apps/lk/content2.aspx?c=ahKIIYNQF&b=1011367</a> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=107SUMMER CAMPS SUMMER CAMPS at the SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN <br/> <br/> Bringing Natural Fun to your Family <br/> JUNIOR GARDENER CAMP - JUNE 19-23 JUNE 19-23<br/> JUNIOR NATURALIST CAMP - JULY 10-14 - JULY 10-14<br/> 9 AM - 5 PM • $150/WEEK • FOR AGES 7-11 9 AM - 5 PM • $150/WEEK • FOR AGES 7-11<br/> <br/> Call 207-3270 for reservations • www.sabot.org<br/> Discounts for San Antonio Botanical Society members.<br/> <br/> Hands-on Gardening, Arts and Crafts, H... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=106http://www.musicalartscenter.com/article.cfm?articleID=92<br/> <br/> Summer Camp is coming! <br/> Save your spot <br/> by Evelyn Escobedo <br/> <br/> What is Camp Tenuto?  <br/> <br/> te nü to (of a tone or chord) held or sustained to its full time value.  <br/> <br/> Camp Tenuto was created by MACSA Piano Instructors, Evelyn Escobedo, Sharon Herning, and Toni Salmons in an effort to assist students in exploring the full value of music.  As private piano instructors... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=105http://www.newktennis.com/tennis_juniorcamps.html<br/> <br/> <br/> WELCOME TO THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE! <br/> <br/> Our junior tennis camp welcomes ages 8 to 18. Players of all levels, from beginners to recreational to competitive to advanced, are encouraged to join us for a week or several weeks of complete tennis fun. Our staff is experienced in working with young players, from beginners to national champions. We provide campers with a safe and healthy environment for soaking up intensive te... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=104<br/> Gymnastics of San Antonio Summer Training Program <br/> Babcock and Eckhert Road <br/> 5500 Babcock Rd. Ste. 110 San Antonio, Texas 78240 <br/> (210) 696-9699 <br/> (210) 558-0658 <br/> customerservice@gosatx.com <br/> <br/> June 5th-August 11th <br/> Cherylyn <br/> Training in three different gymnastics disciplines will be offered!  Session 1, Acrobatic Gymnastics  Session 2, Girl's & Boy's Gymnastics Session 3 Tumbling & Trampoline.  3 hours of gymnastics... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=103<br/>  Brown's "Competitive Camp" for Girls & Boys <br/> 21750 Hardy Oak Blvd, San Antonio, Texas <br/> Brown's Gym San Antonio NEW Facility <br/> (210) 497-5000 <br/> (210) 497-6928 <br/> brownsgym1@aol.com <br/> www.BrownsGym.com <br/> June 25 - June 30, 2006 <br/> Susan or Vladimir Artemov <br/> Girls and Boys Competitive Level camp. Premier Coaching Staff including guest appearances by Olympians. Full Time or Commuter Camp. Call for brochure or go to www.brownsgy... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=102http://www.sanantonio.gov/sapar/calendar.asp<br/> <br/> This is the calendar for SA Parks & Rec department.  There are some interesting day camps down the list along with some other fun activities.  I have pasted some of the information below, but there is lots more.<br/> <br/> April 25 <br/> Registration begins for the Youth Summer Basketball Leagues with the season opening on June 5. Games will be played weekends at San Fernando and Woodlawn gyms. Girls and Boys Divisions: 1... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=101http://www.jccsanantonio.org/<br/> <br/> If you go to this link and click on the Summer Camp button you can see the variety of camps available at the JCC.<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=100http://www.swbg-adventurecamps.com/adventure-camps/index.htm<br/> <br/> This is the web site for all the camps that Sea World has available.   There are Resident Camps and Day Camps. http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=99http://www.sazoo-aq.org/edzoocation/summercamp.html<br/> <br/> "The San Antonio Zoo offers week-long camp adventures for children ages Kindergarten-7th grade all summer long. The Zoo is nature's classroom with learning opportunities all around. Through critter encounters, craft projects and Zoo tours, campers gain an appreciation for the environment and gain and understanding of the world's engendered plants and animals."<br/> <br/> If you go to the web site above, you can register... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=77<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial" color="black">Monday, July 10 2006</font><br/> <font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial" color="black">10:30am - 1:30pm<br/> <br/> </font><font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial">Join writers Jenny Browne and Jesse Cardona as they guide young writers on an exploration of their own creative minds by exploring the city in which we live, loth literally and metaphorically. Fee: $150/member; $160/nonmember<br/> <br/> </font><font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial" color="... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=65<p>SUMMER DINOSAUR CAMP<br/> </p> <p>Our 2006 Dinosaur Camp schedule has been written. These classes are held at the San Antonio Academy and registration should be handled through them. Registration begins Ma rch20th,2006. Please call the Academy Summer Camp Office to register. (210) 733-7331 <br/> Here are the classes, dates and Prices. <br/> </p> <p>This year I have added two new classes; Dino Kids Jr. and the Fossil Prep Class Advanced! <br/> </p> <p>Dinosaur George’s “D... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=55 <div align="left"> <p align="center"><img width="517" height="105" src="http://www.accd.edu/sac/ce/cetn/pieces/college-for-kids-logo.jpg" alt=""/></p> </div> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>New for 2006</strong></font>: <strong><font color="#009900">All Day or Half Day Programming</font></strong></p> <p>College for Kid's is an academic program desiged to provide:<br/> <br/> • Opportunities for students that ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=33<tt>Registration for the Summer Camp series begins today. We offer a variety of camp sessions for children ages 6 to 12 years of age. For more information, please contact Peggy Matthews at 830-249-4616. The fee is $95 for CNC members and $105 for non-members. Sessions begin: June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26, July 10, and July 17. Sign up early!!</tt> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=32The UTSA Center for Archaeological Research and<br/> LEGACY: HANDS ON THE PAST present<br/> “North American Indians”<br/> <br/> Join real archaeologists! Do hands-on activities!<br/> Participate in an excavation! Analyze artifacts!<br/> <br/> Camp 1 - June 5-9, 2006 (Ages 6-8; entering grades 1-3)<br/> Camp 2 - June 19-23, 2006 (Ages 9-11; entering grades 4-6)<br/> Camp 3 - July 10-14, 2006 (Ages 6-8; entering grades 1-3)<br/> Camp 4 – July 24-28, 2006 (Ages 9-11; ent... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=156After reviewing different options for high school classes, I signed my son up for an online class. (No, he didn't have a lot of say in the matter. However, since he didn't throw a fit, I count it as a form of acceptance.) I thought, and he mumbled agreement, that it would be good for him to try a different format than we have generally used (meaning something with structure for a change) to see what would work for him. It would also allow him to be responsible for work to someone other than his ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=234For those interested.  I know not everyone wants to do this, but<br/> didn't want anyone to miss it if they wanted to do it.<br/> <br/> There is a link to the side of the page listed above to let you search<br/> for a school close to you that is offering the PSAT.  You do want to<br/> be sure to use the homeschool code rather than the school code when<br/> your student fills in the required information.  The test<br/> administrator should have that information, but it may b... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=232<p>Does anyone know of any french classes being taught this year? </p> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=229Good morning!  I'm wondering if anyone has any experience with dual enrollment classes at SAC (or any other ACCD campus).  Is there a certain contact person to go through?  My 16 yr. old son would like to take Japanese and I see they have that listed but I'd like to know  about the experiences of other high school/homeschool students with any of their classes.  He's taking French from TTUISD and it's really hard to learn through correspondence.  The thought of two y... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=228from Newsweek--Highschool at Home: A  Different Path <br/> http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/18746741/site/newsweek/page/0/<br/> <br/> I thought this might be an encouragement to some.  Laura (the lady who was interviewed) talks about lots of reasons to homeschool through highschool. <br/> <br/> I especially appreciated that she pointed out the "socialization" thing was not a homeschooling problem, but a parenting problem and that it exists in all groups. <br/> <br/> Cathlee... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=221This is a competition for high school students.  There are three events to choose from.  There is minimal cost to no cost.  If you want a description of the events or would like more information please email me at tduncan@sahero.org<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=36While looking for some things online yesterday, I found several places that might be helpful for those heading in to drivers ed.   I'll post the links &  a little of what the are below.  I'm also going to put them in the links sections of sahero.org<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> <br/> This site is the DPS site with links to Frequently Asked Questions.  It has information about permits and downloadable forms.<br/> http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/administration/driver_licensin... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=210I'm so excited to report that my youngest has been accepted to LeTourneau University with a scholarship!  This is the same school that my daughters are preparing to graduate from (and they have scholarships, too).<br/> <br/> I know there are lots of other homeschool students who are in college.  Do you know one?  What school are they attending?<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=206San Antonio HERO is pleased to present the third in this year's "Dinner with..." series; Dinner with Mary Stowers - Yes, You Can Homeschool for High School.<br/> <br/> The thought of homeschooling through the high school years is often intimidating to many homeschoolers. Mary Stowers, a long-time homeschooler of six children, has the information to answer your questions. Can you homeschool high school? Should you homeschool for high school? And how do you do it? Bring your questions ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=194<font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue"> I will be having an Odyssey of the Mind Information Meeting at the Cody Library on September18th at 2:00 pm. During this time I will go over Odyssey of the Mind, have the kids do some spontaneous problem solving, and answer any questions.</font> <p><font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" color="midnightblue">Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem solving competition that requires kids to be responsible for all... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=190 I want to get together and have a meeting on Thursday, August 31st at 6:00 pm regarding the possibilities of forming a baseball team to play in a 14 and under age bracket.<br/> <br/> At this meeting we will do the following, so would like to have at least 1 parent attend also (both if possible):<br/> <br/> 1.                   Discuss the issue of forming a homeschool team.  Select ball tournament... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=189The SA BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology) competition is a<br/> contest held annually to inspire and interest students in the fields of<br/> science and engineering. With guidance from adult mentors, local teams of<br/> students design and build a remote controlled machine to accomplish a<br/> specific task.<br/> <br/> The students are given a box of raw materials from which to build the<br/> machine and 6 weeks to design and construct it. The task of the robot is<br/> ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=186<font size="2"> <p>The SAHERO science program will utilize experts in their field to understand scientific concepts. Usually there will be a theme for a month, however, if we have opportunities we will continue the theme. These opportunities will be held in different venues: city parks, libraries, natural areas and some indoor classrooms. The program being conducted will dictate where and what type of facility we use. </p> <p>If you are looking for scientific opportunities for your high school... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=188<p class="MsoNormal"> I'm putting together a high school level team to compete in the Odyssey of the Mind creative problem solving competition. You do not have to be in a high school grade to be on the team. You can get some basic information on <st1:place>OM</st1:place> at http://www.odysseyofthemind.com/whatis.php. Creative problem solving is on the cutting edge of organization and issue management. The skills learned in Odyssey of the Mind have real world value, probably much more so tha... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=184My mother, who has just retired from teaching high school German, is willing to do a German homeschool class. There will be an information <font size="2">meeting on Friday, August 18th, 10:00 am at the Cody library. If you're interested, come by for more information.<br/> </font> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=177Yes, I know this a repeat topic from another forum but what's the point of being the administrator if I can't  get people's attention every now and then? Come to HERO's Homeschool Roundup and learn more about homeschooling in San Antonio than you could ever get from one list!  We are going to have sessions on starting homeschooling, learning styles, unschooling, homeschooling dads, and more. There are also going to be a lot of support groups there so you can get an idea of what they ha... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=135I would like to find out how many people there interested in playing sports at the high school level. For a lot of sports, once you reach high school age, high school organized teams are the only option. I know there is club soccer and limited baseball outside of high school. There is also track and field through the Amateur Athletic Union. Football is out and I have no idea about volleyball or basketball. The reason I ask is because HERO could participate in a homeschool league under TAPPS. How... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=124For anyone taking correspondence courses that require an approved testing center, UTSA offers protoring at their Testing Services Center. It's $20 per test so if you have several tests a semester, it could get expensive. <br/> <br/> <br/> http://www.utsa.edu/Testing/correspondence.html<br/> <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=89Some online test practice for those who are interested. <br/> <br/> Online State Tests -- Interactive Testing <br/> http://www.edinformatics.com/testing/itest.htm <br/> <br/> Accuplacer Practice Tests <br/> http://www.testprepreview.com/accuplacer_practice.htm <br/> <br/> Accuplacer Math Practice Tests <br/> http://www.huntington.edu/math/eggleton/Practice%20Tests/contents.htm <br/> <br/> Texas 2005 Interactive Online Tests for Practice <br/> http://www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assess... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=81This is from an email that was sent to my homeschool group list & I thought everyone would like to know about it.<br/> <br/> Dear Home Educator,<br/> <br/> We'd like to introduce you to a couple of innovative educational models that might be of interest to home schoolers.  In our desire to become more family friendly, Believer's Academy is adopting new scheduling formats that are designed to give parents more opportunity to stay deeply involved in and to maintain control over their ... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=78<h4 class="sectiontitle"><font color="#000099">Computer Sciences Summer Camp for Girls</font></h4> <p align="left">First Bytes Summer Camp is a one-week residential camp program for high school girls. It is designed to dispel myths about computer science and intrigue young women with the potential of computing and the excitement of problem solving.</p> <h4 align="left" class="sectiontitle">Through First Bytes You Can:</h4> <ul> <li> <p align="left">See how computers solve real-w... http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=52Just got an email with this link in it:<br/> http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/prep_one/prep_one.html<br/> <br/> This is the College Board SAT Preparation Center web site.  There is some free practice and review at the site.<br/> <br/> Cathleen<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=37I'm interested in other people's experience in taking high school level classes at co-ops, Friday School, SAC, etc. What classes did you take? How much did it cost? Did you think it was worth it? How did it compare to a distance education class? Thanks.<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=204<a href="http://homeschoolhacks.com/"> Homeschool Hacks</a><br/> While I generally wouldn't post about a blog this new, I like this one. What can I say, I'm a sucker for well organized, easy to read, content. So far, it seems to be good for quick tips and resources. The posts are short, making it easy to drop by for a quick read and then check out any related links as needed. Like I said, it's not even two months old but I think it has a great start and lots of potential. <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=161<a href="http://homeschoolcafe.blogspot.com/">The Homeschool Cafe.</a> Another homeschool blog that is updated frequently. It's being done by four homeschooling moms from Mississippi that follow and comment on homeschooling issues nation-wide. Having spent a lot of time lately purusing the blog-o-sphere, I realize that a lot of people start off strong with their blogs but tend to taper off. It's hard to come up with something worth reading on a consistant basis. <br/> <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=150<a href="http://lifewithoutschool.typepad.com/lifewithoutschool/">Life Without School </a>is looking for stories about how you homeschool your children. As homeschoolers we aren't part of NCLB, we set our own standards. If you are interested in sharing your standards and how you define them, visit  <br/> <h3 class="entry-header"><a href="http://lifewithoutschool.typepad.com/lifewithoutschool/2006/05/nclb_our_standa.html">Your NCLB & Learning Standards?</a></h3> .<br/> <br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=129Okay, it's not an email group but you can leave comments and it seems to be updated more than once a month. Basically, I think the topics justify the occassional view. <br/> <br/> http://whyhomeschool.blogspot.com/<br/> http://www.sahero.org/link.asp?Topic_ID=94This  web site is the home page for a yahoo group for parents homeschooling their gifted children in Texas.<br/> <br/>  http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Atlantis/2346/index.html<br/> <br/> Here is their blurb about themselves:<br/> We are a secular, but inclusive, group of Texans who are homeschooling their gifted children. <br/> <br/> We aren't interested in comparing IQs, but we are interested in discussing all issues related to gifted children and homeschooling. <br/> <br/> ...