Introduction to Open Education: Homeschooling to Unschooling ~ Free Presentation at Open Connections!

Sunday, October 3
4pm - 6pm

FREE

For those just starting out with home education or for those interested in pursuing home education.

The presentation provides parents or guardians with information on how to comply easily and fairly with the state law, a diverse list of potential resources, and suggestions about how a family can clarify the homeschooling or unschooling path that is right for them.

To register and for more information,
contact:
Barbara at (610) 459-3366.


Open Connections, an educational resource center and learning community for young people and their families.

Open Connections
1616 Delchester Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073

website

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"100 Healthy Habits" sponsored by Delaware Children's Museum and Nemours!

September 26
noon to 2pm

Physical Activity, Nutrition and Oral Health

In observance of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.
As families explore the museum they will encounter stations designed to teach and promote healthy habits. Kids can try kickboxing and yoga, and learn about the importance of good oral hygiene.

General admission is $12 per person
(children under 12 months are free).

Membership benefits range from free admission to gift shop discounts, to exclusive event invitations. For details, visit the DCM online at:

delawarechildrensmuseum.org.

Delaware Children’s Museum
550 Justison Street
Wilmington, DE

(302) 588-3266

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Reading, Writing, Art, & PE ~ Classes for Homeschoolers at the Brandywine YMCA!

HOME SCHOOL CREATIVE WRITING SAMPLER I & II
Ages 9-13
Wednesdays 12:30-1:30 pm
This class will instruct your home school students in the art of getting creative with writing! Topics explored in the first session will be Poetry and Life Writing. Topics explored in the second session will be Story Writing and creating a picture book. Each class period will include journal writing, fun writing exercises, creative projects, and examples of writing from classics of children’s literature. Sara Rowe, who has a MA in Children’s Literature and has been published in a number of pre-teen and teen magazines, will teach the class. Class is limited to eight students. A materials fee of $5 for each session must be paid to the instructor on the first day of class.
Registration code: [04431]
Fees:
Session I
Creative Writing Sampler I, Full Member $49/Program Members +Public $56
Seven Weeks (class begins 09/08/10-10/20/10)
Session II
Creative Writing Sampler II, Full Member $49/Program Member + Public $56
Seven Weeks (class begins 10/27/10-12/08/10)
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HOME SCHOOL READING FUN
(9-13 year olds)
Wednesdays 1:45-2:45 pm
Children will have fun with the books they read! Over the course of each session several children’s classics in different genres will be assigned. Students will participate in discussion related to the topics explored in the book and in themed activities and crafts. A list of the books that will be read over the course of each session can be obtained by emailing the instructor at sararowe29@gmail.com. Sara Rowe, who has a MA in Children’s Literature and has been published in a number of pre-teen and teen magazines, will lead the class. Class is limited to eight students. A materials fee of $10 for each session must be paid to the instructor on the first day of class.
Registration code # [04433]
Fees:
Session I
Full Member $49/Program Members +Public $56
Seven Weeks (class begins 09/08/10-10/20/10)
Session II
Full Member $49/Program Member + Public $56
Seven Weeks (class begins 10/27/10-12/08/10)
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PRE SCHOOL ART AND CRAFTS
Ages 4-6
Tuesdays 12:30-1:30
An hour of creative art and craft projects for young children! Each session will offer different projects. Basic supplies are included. For your convenience, class meets on the same day and time as our Art Class for older students. Class limit: 10.
Registration code: [04430]
Fees:
Session I:
Full Members $42 / Program Members + Public $48
Six weeks (Class begins 09/14/10)
Session II:
Full Members $56 / Program Members + Public $64
Eight weeks (Class begins 10/26/10)
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ART CLASS
Ages 7-13
Tuesdays 12:30-1:30 pm
Your children will have the opportunity to express themselves creatively using pencil, charcoal, pastel, paint, and clay. Basic art skills will be introduced as well as some fun projects that incorporate these skills. This is a complete well-rounded art program. Basic supplies are provided. There may be a small material fee for special projects. Class limit: 10.
Registration code: [04432]
Fees:
Session I:
Full Members $42 / Program Members + Public $48
Six weeks (Class begins 09/14/10)
Session II:
Full Members $56 / Program Members + Public $64
Eight weeks (Class begins 10/26/10)
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HOME SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Boys and Girls: Ages 6-12
Tuesdays 1:40-2:40 pm
This is a basic elementary school PE Program. This continuing program (offered in both the fall and spring) is designed to run for a regular school year. Different activities will be introduced during the year. Come join us for fun and rewarding physical activity! Please register in advance.
Registration code: [01807]
Fees:
Session I:
Full Members $42 / Program Members + Public $48
Six weeks (Class begins 09/14/10)
Session II:
Full Members $56 / Program Members + Public $64
Eight weeks (Class begins 10/26/10)
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For More Information:
call
Amy Jimison
302-478-9622 ext. 27

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You must register in advance.
Class sizes are limited.
Home School classes are open to the public.

Fall I Registration begins:
Full Member 08/23/10
Program Member/Public 08/30/10
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Brandywine YMCA
3 Mt Lebanon Rd.
Wilmington DE, 19803
website

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Fall Classes for Homeschoolers at the Delaware Art Museum!

Learning to Look

Wednesdays
October 20 – November 17
(5 week session)
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
$18 Members/$20 Non-Members

How can we learn to see more when we look at art? Homeschoolers explore the Museum’s collections through activities and discussions focused on looking at, thinking about, and responding to works of art.

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Elements of Art

Wednesdays
February 16 – March 9, 2011
(4 week session)
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
$14 Members/$16 Non-Members

Learn how the basic elements of design (line, color, shape, and texture) work together as a visual language.

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Painting with Words

Wednesdays
March 30 – April 20
(4 week session)
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
$14 Members/$16 Non-Member

In this session, homeschoolers build their vocabularies and stretch their imaginations while responding in writing to works of art. Homeschoolers will enhance their knowledge of literature and hone their own language and writing skills with the creation of poems and stories in the galleries.

Age breakdowns for above classes:

Ages 3 – 6
Students and parents/guardians participate in a story-reading which leads to a viewing of relevant works of art, followed by a hands-on art project. Parents/guardians are required to stay with their child during the story and tour portion of the program and may be asked to assist during the art activity.

Ages 7 – 9
Students take a guided theme tour for 30 minutes followed by a 30-minute art activity inspired by their tour.

Ages 10 – 13 and 14 – 18
Students take a guided theme tour for 60 minutes which includes writing exercises, sketching in the galleries, and take-home assignments. Some weeks may include art projects.

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Artist Studio
for
Homeschoolers

Wednesdays
September 15 – November 17
(10 week session),
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$125 Members/$145 Non-Members
(Ages 9 – 14)

Students will learn the fundamentals of art in the Museum’s studio. Basic drawing and painting will be explored, focusing on processes and techniques. The class will visit the Museum’s galleries to draw inspiration.

For More Information:

website

Saralyn Rosenfield
Studio & Family Programs Manager
srosenfield@delart.org
302.351.8504

Delaware Art Museum
2301 Kentmere Parkway
Wilmington, DE 19806
www.delart.org

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