Thanks to the University of New Mexico Art Museum for coming to our Not Back to School Fair and sharing their resources with our community! It is wonderful to have art resources available for our families! I hope that you take advantage of their upcoming monthly art classes, field trips and learning materials!
If you want to know more please contact them at the information below:
http://unmartmuseum.unm.edu/
Dear Home School Contacts,
I'm writing to introduce you to the services and educational materials the
UNM Art Museum can provide for you and your groups.
Services: Guided field trips of current exhibitions which can be tailored
to meet the needs of your group of 10 or more children.
Materials: See our on-line lesson plans for grades K-12 on
ABSTRACTION
Architecture: Defining Spaces/Defining Times;
Art, Culture, Place: Visual Traditions of the Southwest;
Art and Science: Observation and Imagination (available June 2007)
Gallery Guides on the above exhibitions.
Wide variety of exhibition cards for use in art-making activities, or as
writing prompts.
Please contact us to schedule field trips, or to pick up Gallery Guides or
exhibition cards. Let us know how we can support your children's education.
Contact:
Sara Otto-Diniz
Training and Development Consultant
University of New Mexico Art Museum
MSC04 2570
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
(505) 277-4010
http://UNMartmuseum.unm.edu
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Friday, August 31, 2007
Thanks to Spanish Champs @ the Not Back to School Fair
A special thanks goes to Tim Keller of Spanish Champs who brought his lively music and way of learning Spanish to our Not Back to School Fair!
He spoke at our support night this past Tuesday and I wish every language were taught in the manner that he presented. Spanish Champs speaks to a whole family, whole body type of learning and I was very impressed with the way it would appeal to multiple learning styles!
He has a multilevel learning system where you can 'graduate' to the next level in Spanish and his plans for the future include a gathering of Spanish Champs classes around town and a program for teen bilingual babysitters!
I have searched many years for learning language resources for my oldest daughter and this is the best and most well-rounded program that I have come across!
If you are interested in his upcoming classes, forming a class of your own or just purchasing his materials please contact him at the information below:
Spanish Champs
http://www.progressivelanguage.com/information.php?info_id=1
Spanish Champs Classes: Offered in Albuquerque. We combine fun and dynamic classes with the world's best home reinforcement program. We also assess each child's language skills to determine their ongoing progress. Spanish Champs is a 7-level program that is not only fun, but challenges children at all levels of proficiency to improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. We also offer Champs Summer Day Camps.
Spanish Champs Resources: Based on how language is learned naturally, Spanish Champs music and video programs provide a leveled learning plan with easy to use resources that keeps learning fun and interesting. The Spanish Champs music and video programs are fun, effective, and fit into a busy schedule. Great for children 2 to 10 years old. Spanish Champs Level 1 and Level 2 resources can be purchased online for use at home, preschool, or in the classroom.
Contact:
Tim Keller
Director
505 235 0882
He spoke at our support night this past Tuesday and I wish every language were taught in the manner that he presented. Spanish Champs speaks to a whole family, whole body type of learning and I was very impressed with the way it would appeal to multiple learning styles!
He has a multilevel learning system where you can 'graduate' to the next level in Spanish and his plans for the future include a gathering of Spanish Champs classes around town and a program for teen bilingual babysitters!
I have searched many years for learning language resources for my oldest daughter and this is the best and most well-rounded program that I have come across!
If you are interested in his upcoming classes, forming a class of your own or just purchasing his materials please contact him at the information below:
Spanish Champs
http://www.progressivelanguage.com/information.php?info_id=1
Spanish Champs Classes: Offered in Albuquerque. We combine fun and dynamic classes with the world's best home reinforcement program. We also assess each child's language skills to determine their ongoing progress. Spanish Champs is a 7-level program that is not only fun, but challenges children at all levels of proficiency to improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. We also offer Champs Summer Day Camps.
Spanish Champs Resources: Based on how language is learned naturally, Spanish Champs music and video programs provide a leveled learning plan with easy to use resources that keeps learning fun and interesting. The Spanish Champs music and video programs are fun, effective, and fit into a busy schedule. Great for children 2 to 10 years old. Spanish Champs Level 1 and Level 2 resources can be purchased online for use at home, preschool, or in the classroom.
Contact:
Tim Keller
Director
505 235 0882
Rio Rancho: Homeschool Teen Activity @ the RRPL
Hello,
I am the teen librarian at the Rio Rancho Public Library. This fall there will be a Book Discussion Group offered for homeschool teens ages 13-15. I have attached a Jpeg of the flyer - could you please share it with your network of homeschool families, particularly those in Rio Rancho?
Thank you!
Deimosa Webber-Bey
Teen Librarian
Rio Rancho Public Library
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-5013 x3031
(There is an attachment, if you have trouble viewing it please email DWebber-Bey@ci.rio-rancho.nm.us )
I am the teen librarian at the Rio Rancho Public Library. This fall there will be a Book Discussion Group offered for homeschool teens ages 13-15. I have attached a Jpeg of the flyer - could you please share it with your network of homeschool families, particularly those in Rio Rancho?
Thank you!
Deimosa Webber-Bey
Teen Librarian
Rio Rancho Public Library
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-5013 x3031
(There is an attachment, if you have trouble viewing it please email DWebber-Bey@ci.rio-rancho.nm.us )
Albuquerque: Art Exhibition & Sale Features Paintings of Albuquerque Open Space
The Open Space Alliance and the Open Space Division present the Second Annual “A View with Room Art Exhibit and Sale.” This inspiring show of diverse and celebrated artists features paintings of Open Space lands. Enjoy and support art and Open Space at this unique event.
The show opens on Saturday, September 15th and runs through December 15th 2007.
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See the Open Space Visitor Center web page for more information and directions.
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Visit the show during the Visitor Center operating hours, Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
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There is no charge for admission to the Open Space Visitor Center or the exhibition.
The show opens on Saturday, September 15th and runs through December 15th 2007.
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See the Open Space Visitor Center web page for more information and directions.
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Visit the show during the Visitor Center operating hours, Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
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There is no charge for admission to the Open Space Visitor Center or the exhibition.
Rio Rancho: 2 Teen Programs at the RR Public Library-Anime Group & Open Mic Night
Hello,
The press releases contained in this email give information about 2 teen programs here at the library - an Anime group and new night/time for the Open Mic Night series. Please place this information in your community or arts calendar, or announce it on your program when promoting community events.
Thank you!
Deimosa Webber-Bey
Teen Librarian
Rio Rancho Public Library
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-5013 x3031
(There are two attachments please email DWebber-Bey@ci.rio-rancho.nm.us if you can not access them.)
The press releases contained in this email give information about 2 teen programs here at the library - an Anime group and new night/time for the Open Mic Night series. Please place this information in your community or arts calendar, or announce it on your program when promoting community events.
Thank you!
Deimosa Webber-Bey
Teen Librarian
Rio Rancho Public Library
755 Loma Colorado Drive NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-5013 x3031
(There are two attachments please email DWebber-Bey@ci.rio-rancho.nm.us if you can not access them.)
New Mexico: Weekend Meteor Watch
Space Weather News for Aug. 30, 2007
http://spaceweather.com
WEEKEND METEORS: On Saturday morning, September 1st, a flurry of bright and colorful meteors might come streaming out of the constellation Auriga. The source of the shower is ancient Comet Kiess, which has laid down a trail of debris that Earth will cross this weekend.
But will a shower really materialize? Forecasters are divided. Some expect a brief but beautiful display rivaling the Perseids. Others say the debris stream is too empty for significant fireworks. Either way, the peak is due around 4:30 a.m. PDT (11:30 UT) on Saturday morning. This timing strongly favors sky watchers in Hawaii and western parts of North America all the way from Mexico to California to Alaska.
Spaceweather's full coverage of the Aurigid meteor shower begins Friday, Aug. 31, with links to live audio from a meteor radar, which will monitor activity throughout the weekend. Sky maps and more information are available now at http://spaceweather.com.
If a friend sent you this alert and you would like to subscribe, click here: http://spaceweather.com/services/
http://spaceweather.com
WEEKEND METEORS: On Saturday morning, September 1st, a flurry of bright and colorful meteors might come streaming out of the constellation Auriga. The source of the shower is ancient Comet Kiess, which has laid down a trail of debris that Earth will cross this weekend.
But will a shower really materialize? Forecasters are divided. Some expect a brief but beautiful display rivaling the Perseids. Others say the debris stream is too empty for significant fireworks. Either way, the peak is due around 4:30 a.m. PDT (11:30 UT) on Saturday morning. This timing strongly favors sky watchers in Hawaii and western parts of North America all the way from Mexico to California to Alaska.
Spaceweather's full coverage of the Aurigid meteor shower begins Friday, Aug. 31, with links to live audio from a meteor radar, which will monitor activity throughout the weekend. Sky maps and more information are available now at http://spaceweather.com.
If a friend sent you this alert and you would like to subscribe, click here: http://spaceweather.com/services/
Albuquerque: Young Composers to Share Stage with NMSO
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Around Town-Viewable by Public > September 2007 Around Town Events
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From: Princess Bride
Date: 2007-08-27 15:03:03
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=836
New Mexico
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEIMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 22, 2007 CONTACT: Brookes McIntyre: 505-250-2341
heymozartnm@gmail.com
Young Composers To Share Stage with NMSO
On Friday, September 7, 2006 at 7 pm at the National Hispanic Cultural Center’s Journal Theatre, Hey, Mozart! New Mexico will recognize the pre-teen composers whose works were selected for inclusion in the 2007 Hey, Mozart! New Mexico CD.
Over 100 students 12 and under from across the state submitted original melodies for consideration in this second year of the project. 16 of these melodies were selected for orchestration and recording. In addition, the quality of many of the others was considered so high that an honorable mention category was added.
At the September 7 concert each child will perform his/her melody and then members of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra under the direction of David Felberg will play the orchestrated versions. Bob Bishop of Classical KHFM 95.5 & 102.9 will emcee the event. The CD with the orchestrated melodies will be released at the ceremony. The concert and the reception afterwards are free and open to the public. Brookes McIntyre, president of the non-profit organization, says the free tickets are going fast. Tickets may be picked up at the NHCC box office or ordered through TicketMaster for a $0.75 fee.
The child composers include: from Albuquerque, Jocelyn Boyack, Stephanie Brener, Dylan Cuellar, Angela Jerkins, Simon Laird, Maia Scarpetta, Tankred Steinbach and Maya Vansuch; from Aztec, Sierra Stackhouse; from Bosque Farms, Benjamin D. Harris; from Corrales, John Paul Norman; from Las Cruces, Quintin Dean and Philip Miller; from Las Vegas, Sophia Wickert; from Placitas, Ian Kingsolver and from Rio Rancho, Christopher Musson.
The honorable mention category includes Las Cruces composers: Andrew Scott McLaughlin, Tiffani Montoya, Susana Navarro, Jazmine Quintela and Amalia Zeitlin. From Albuquerque come Tanner Boyack, Juliana Runnels, Sage Sarason, Abigail Schneebeck, and Emma Stevens. Toby Mueller of Tijeras completes the category.
At the free reception following the concert, children and audience members can speak with the project’s artistic and music directors, arrangers of the works and the NMSO musicians.
The concert is preceded by a free teacher workshop in composition with Maestro Alejandro Rutty, creator of the Hey, Mozart! project at 5:30 pm at the NHCC. As part of the NMSO, NHCC and Hey, Mozart! partnership, concerts also will be given at Edward Gonzales Elementary School on September 20. For more information call 505-250-2341 or check the website: www. heymozartnm.org. -END-
Around Town-Viewable by Public > September 2007 Around Town Events
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From: Princess Bride
Date: 2007-08-27 15:03:03
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=836
New Mexico
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEIMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 22, 2007 CONTACT: Brookes McIntyre: 505-250-2341
heymozartnm@gmail.com
Young Composers To Share Stage with NMSO
On Friday, September 7, 2006 at 7 pm at the National Hispanic Cultural Center’s Journal Theatre, Hey, Mozart! New Mexico will recognize the pre-teen composers whose works were selected for inclusion in the 2007 Hey, Mozart! New Mexico CD.
Over 100 students 12 and under from across the state submitted original melodies for consideration in this second year of the project. 16 of these melodies were selected for orchestration and recording. In addition, the quality of many of the others was considered so high that an honorable mention category was added.
At the September 7 concert each child will perform his/her melody and then members of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra under the direction of David Felberg will play the orchestrated versions. Bob Bishop of Classical KHFM 95.5 & 102.9 will emcee the event. The CD with the orchestrated melodies will be released at the ceremony. The concert and the reception afterwards are free and open to the public. Brookes McIntyre, president of the non-profit organization, says the free tickets are going fast. Tickets may be picked up at the NHCC box office or ordered through TicketMaster for a $0.75 fee.
The child composers include: from Albuquerque, Jocelyn Boyack, Stephanie Brener, Dylan Cuellar, Angela Jerkins, Simon Laird, Maia Scarpetta, Tankred Steinbach and Maya Vansuch; from Aztec, Sierra Stackhouse; from Bosque Farms, Benjamin D. Harris; from Corrales, John Paul Norman; from Las Cruces, Quintin Dean and Philip Miller; from Las Vegas, Sophia Wickert; from Placitas, Ian Kingsolver and from Rio Rancho, Christopher Musson.
The honorable mention category includes Las Cruces composers: Andrew Scott McLaughlin, Tiffani Montoya, Susana Navarro, Jazmine Quintela and Amalia Zeitlin. From Albuquerque come Tanner Boyack, Juliana Runnels, Sage Sarason, Abigail Schneebeck, and Emma Stevens. Toby Mueller of Tijeras completes the category.
At the free reception following the concert, children and audience members can speak with the project’s artistic and music directors, arrangers of the works and the NMSO musicians.
The concert is preceded by a free teacher workshop in composition with Maestro Alejandro Rutty, creator of the Hey, Mozart! project at 5:30 pm at the NHCC. As part of the NMSO, NHCC and Hey, Mozart! partnership, concerts also will be given at Edward Gonzales Elementary School on September 20. For more information call 505-250-2341 or check the website: www. heymozartnm.org. -END-
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Thanks to Popejoy Hall @ the Not Back to School Fair
Popejoy Hall is located on the main campus of the University of New Mexico. They host family shows and regular stage productions of various kinds but my favorite thing about them is their SchoolTime Series Performances specially geared time and costwise for students to be able to see theatre from around the country without a huge cost! Parking is also not difficult during these as they give you passes and you just ride the bus in and out!
They also have wonderful teaching guides that go along with each program!
Contact them at the link below:
Popejoy Hall
www.schooltimeseries.com
The Popejoy Schooltime Series consists of professional and accomplished performing artists creating educational experiences to encourage and support literacy, creativity and communication across the curriculum. Join us in this exciting season of experiential and differentiated learning in language arts, math, social studies, science and literature through the mediums of music, dance, art and so much more! Laura A. Maness, Education & Community Outreach Director for Popejoy Hall on the UNM campus will bring the 07-08 Schooltime and Ovation brochures and be available to answer questions.
Contact:
Laura A. Maness
Education & Community Outreach Director
Popejoy Hall
MSC 04 2580
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
505,277.9453
505.277.9684 fax
madness@unm.edu
They also have wonderful teaching guides that go along with each program!
Contact them at the link below:
Popejoy Hall
www.schooltimeseries.com
The Popejoy Schooltime Series consists of professional and accomplished performing artists creating educational experiences to encourage and support literacy, creativity and communication across the curriculum. Join us in this exciting season of experiential and differentiated learning in language arts, math, social studies, science and literature through the mediums of music, dance, art and so much more! Laura A. Maness, Education & Community Outreach Director for Popejoy Hall on the UNM campus will bring the 07-08 Schooltime and Ovation brochures and be available to answer questions.
Contact:
Laura A. Maness
Education & Community Outreach Director
Popejoy Hall
MSC 04 2580
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
505,277.9453
505.277.9684 fax
madness@unm.edu
Thanks to Author Kathy Barco @ the Not Back to School Fair
Thanks to Kathy for coming to our fair and sharing her wonderful book with everyone! I have reviewed this book and I love it for it's New Mexico flavor (literally great recipes to make) and for it's literature references! Contact her at the information below!--Tabitha
Kathy Barco, Author
READiscover New Mexico - A Tri-Lingual Adventure in Literacy
www.kathybarco.com
Kathy Barco, author of READiscover New Mexico ? A Tri-Lingual Adventure in Literacy and Children's Librarian at the Taylor Ranch branch of the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library System, will be selling and signing copies of her book from 9 am ? noon. Receive a FREE "Land of Enchantment Enhancement Packet" including a genuine Star-O-Lito with every book purchase (while supplies last)!
Sunstone Press, Santa Fe
Tag along with Rosita the Roadrunner on her journey to learn about the Land of Enchantment. On the trail, meet Roja and Verde (the Chile Twins), Biscochita (a Smart Cookie), Piñon Jay, Dusty the Tumbleweed, and a town full of prairie dogs who love to read.
READiscover New Mexico, a recent theme for the Statewide Summer Reading Program sponsored by the New Mexico State Library, encourages the discovery of the vast cultural, natural, historical, and literary treasures found in our beautiful state. Children (and others, especially families) experience some of these for the very first time by visiting Rosita's ultimate source for information: the library.
Join the fun! Children will love coloring the cast of characters and sharing the adventure with their families. Among many classroom uses, teachers can present the fun story as a bi- or tri-lingual playlet. Enrichment material includes a compilation of the programs, activities, crafts, song parodies, celebrations, and bibliographies devised by the children's librarians who brought READiscover New Mexico to life in public libraries throughout the state. Also featured are riddles, New Mexico trivia, relevant websites, an extensive booklist, several recipes for Biscochitos, instructions for making Star-O-Litos, and a large collection of reproducible artwork.
Rosita's Ramble is presented in English, Spanish, and Navajo. Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! Yá'át'ééh!
Royalties from the sale of this publication will go to the New Mexico State Library Fund at the New Mexico Community Foundation.
Kathy Barco, Author
READiscover New Mexico - A Tri-Lingual Adventure in Literacy
www.kathybarco.com
Kathy Barco, author of READiscover New Mexico ? A Tri-Lingual Adventure in Literacy and Children's Librarian at the Taylor Ranch branch of the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library System, will be selling and signing copies of her book from 9 am ? noon. Receive a FREE "Land of Enchantment Enhancement Packet" including a genuine Star-O-Lito with every book purchase (while supplies last)!
Sunstone Press, Santa Fe
Tag along with Rosita the Roadrunner on her journey to learn about the Land of Enchantment. On the trail, meet Roja and Verde (the Chile Twins), Biscochita (a Smart Cookie), Piñon Jay, Dusty the Tumbleweed, and a town full of prairie dogs who love to read.
READiscover New Mexico, a recent theme for the Statewide Summer Reading Program sponsored by the New Mexico State Library, encourages the discovery of the vast cultural, natural, historical, and literary treasures found in our beautiful state. Children (and others, especially families) experience some of these for the very first time by visiting Rosita's ultimate source for information: the library.
Join the fun! Children will love coloring the cast of characters and sharing the adventure with their families. Among many classroom uses, teachers can present the fun story as a bi- or tri-lingual playlet. Enrichment material includes a compilation of the programs, activities, crafts, song parodies, celebrations, and bibliographies devised by the children's librarians who brought READiscover New Mexico to life in public libraries throughout the state. Also featured are riddles, New Mexico trivia, relevant websites, an extensive booklist, several recipes for Biscochitos, instructions for making Star-O-Litos, and a large collection of reproducible artwork.
Rosita's Ramble is presented in English, Spanish, and Navajo. Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! Yá'át'ééh!
Royalties from the sale of this publication will go to the New Mexico State Library Fund at the New Mexico Community Foundation.
Sandia Mountain Natural History Last First Saturday-Insects, Arachnids & Arthropods
As confusing as the subject may seem it is correct. This Saturday will mark the last installment of the Sandia Mountain Natural History Centers' "First Saturday Series." September's focus will be on insects, arachnids and arthropods. Learn what the differences are and spends some time hiking and searching for the creepy crawly critters of the Sandias. If you need directions or have any questions please let me know.
Chris Modelski
Sandia Mountain Natural History Center
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
(505) 281-5259
chris.modelski@state.nm.us
Chris Modelski
Sandia Mountain Natural History Center
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
(505) 281-5259
chris.modelski@state.nm.us
Thanks to Explora at the Not Back to School Fair
Thanks for coming and sharing your great hands on science experiments and resources with the homeschooling community! It was just wonderful to see everyone playing and finding the fun in science!
If you are interested in find out more about Explora please contact them, they even have a homeschool science club, after school classes and exploration times for our youngest kids and adult times for our oldest!
¡explora!
www.explora.us
Creating opportunities for inspirational discovery and the joy of lifelong learning through interactive experiences in science, technology and art.
Contact: 505-224-8300
Free Museum Day in New Mexico
Museum Day is a nationwide event taking place on Saturday, September 29, 2007, where participating museums and cultural institutions across the country offer free admission to Smithsonian readers and Smithsonian.com visitors. Rules & restrictions here:
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/articles/about.php
Participants must present the Museum Day Admission Card available in the September 2007 issue of Smithsonian Magazine or downloadable via:
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/articles/card.php
Participating museums in NM are:
National Hispanic Cultural Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
Albuquerque, New Mexico
New Mexico Museum of Space History
Alamogordo, New Mexico
The Hubbard Museum of the American West
Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico
Smithsonian Affiliate
For other states go to:
http://content.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/articles/about.php
Participants must present the Museum Day Admission Card available in the September 2007 issue of Smithsonian Magazine or downloadable via:
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/articles/card.php
Participating museums in NM are:
National Hispanic Cultural Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
Albuquerque, New Mexico
New Mexico Museum of Space History
Alamogordo, New Mexico
The Hubbard Museum of the American West
Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico
Smithsonian Affiliate
For other states go to:
http://content.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/
Thanks to the Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Center @ the Not Back to School Fair
We want to send a sincere thanks to the Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Center for coming and sharing information about this great state park and encouraging us to learn more about the Bosque!
To find out more about the park and its programs please contact:
Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Center (FRGNC)
http://www.rgnc.org/
The Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Center is a non-profit 50l(c)3 organization that supports the Nature Center's mission to preserve and protect the Rio Grande bosque, to educate the public about Rio Grande ecosystems and to foster positive human interactions with those systems. The Friends fund classes for over 12,000 schoolchildren each year, manage the Nature Shop, and support a number of ecological research projects. Led by a force of 170 trained naturalists, the Friends serve some 40,000 Nature Center visitors with classes, guided walks, and other educational activities.
Contact: friends@rgnc.org
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
We are happy to provide programming to groups of homeshool students of 10 or more with four weeks advanced notice and someone from your organization could call ahead and pick up brochures to take if that would be useful. This summer I am working on revising our registration materials for group programming and I'll be happy to pass them on to you once I have them in place.
www.nmparks.com is the NM State Parks website and it can be navigated to find info about each park in the state (there are 34!)
www.naturediscovery.com is the website of the folks who do the summer classes for the 4-11 aged crowd.
http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/BEG/index.html is the website of the Bosque Education Guide, a curriculum put together by a group including staff of the NM Museum of Natural History and the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. It's an interdisciplinary K-12 curriculum with great activities for outside and in.
Contact:
Karen Herzenberg
Instructional Coordinator
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
2901 Candelaria Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Karen.Herzenberg@state.nm.us
Phone: 505-344-7240
Fax: 505-344-450
Los Alamos: Rock Climbing Class
From the Los Alamos Yahoo Group
Hello everyone...
I hope the school year is off to a good start.
I am putting out an interest list for an indoor rock climbing class at the YMCA. The class would have to be on Tuesday or Wednesday mornings (between 9am to Noonish; actual class day/time would be determined later). I am trying to find enough participants that I can work out a reasonable rate with my connections at the Y. Depending on interest level we might be able to do 2 classes and divide up younger kids 5-10 years from 10 and older. The class could accommodate beginners to experienced climbers. Climbing is great exercise! It builds self-confidence and coordination, not to mention it is a lot of fun. I have been climbing off and on for about 12 years (girls can do it too!!!) Smiley emoticon I would be instructing the class as a volunteer with a YMCA staff member assisting me. Please let me know as soon as possible if you might be interested in having your kiddos participate or if you have any questions give me a call 662-7069 or e-mail me at md2harrison@msn.com.
The fee will be based on the number of participants.
Thanks,
Michelle Harrison
Hello everyone...
I hope the school year is off to a good start.
I am putting out an interest list for an indoor rock climbing class at the YMCA. The class would have to be on Tuesday or Wednesday mornings (between 9am to Noonish; actual class day/time would be determined later). I am trying to find enough participants that I can work out a reasonable rate with my connections at the Y. Depending on interest level we might be able to do 2 classes and divide up younger kids 5-10 years from 10 and older. The class could accommodate beginners to experienced climbers. Climbing is great exercise! It builds self-confidence and coordination, not to mention it is a lot of fun. I have been climbing off and on for about 12 years (girls can do it too!!!) Smiley emoticon I would be instructing the class as a volunteer with a YMCA staff member assisting me. Please let me know as soon as possible if you might be interested in having your kiddos participate or if you have any questions give me a call 662-7069 or e-mail me at md2harrison@msn.com.
The fee will be based on the number of participants.
Thanks,
Michelle Harrison
Albuquerque: Fundamentals Gym Classes for Homeschoolers (Boys & Girls)
In reference to this email: http://nmhomeschoolcommunity.blogspot.com/2007/08/fundamentals-gym-brought-out-their-team.html
They also have classes for homeschoolers on Thursdays at 10:20 & 11:20AM as well as a boys program at 11:15AM. They also have some tumbling for toddlers and preschoolers at various times during the week so give them a call to inquire!
http://www.fundamentalsgym.com/
(505) 889-4656
They also have classes for homeschoolers on Thursdays at 10:20 & 11:20AM as well as a boys program at 11:15AM. They also have some tumbling for toddlers and preschoolers at various times during the week so give them a call to inquire!
http://www.fundamentalsgym.com/
(505) 889-4656
Thanks to the Girl Scouts of Chaparral at the Not Back to School Fair
We really appreciate you coming and sharing your resources with the homeschooling community!
If you are interested in contacting them about a troop near you or a specific homeschooling troop or even their Juliette Program (individuals & small independent groups) please email them at the link below or give them a call!
Girl Scouts of Chaparral
www.girlscouts.org
Amy Kindrick
Director of Membership and Volunteer Development
Girl Scouts of Chaparral Council, Inc.
505-343-1040 ext. 3101
akindrick@chaparralgirlscouts.org
"A girl is watching...What is she learning about being a woman?"
Albuquerque: Rio Grande Nature Center State Park group programs
(Please email her for more information or the attachment which did not come through on my email.-Tabbi)
Hello!
You expressed an interest in our programs during the ABQ Homeschool "Not Back To School Fair." I know that many of you already use the bosque as an outdoor classroom, but you may not have been aware that homeschool kids can take part in our group education programs just like kids attending schools.
If you're interested in having your kids learn from our staff and volunteer naturalists about the bosque ecosystem, please register for one of our programs! We need a group of at least 10 students plus 1 chaperone for every 7 kids (1:5 for kinder-aged kids and younger). Please see the attached brochure for more information and to register.
Thanks again for your interest!
Karen Herzenberg
Instructional Coordinator
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
2901 Candelaria Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Karen.Herzenberg@state.nm.us
Phone: 505-344-7240
Fax: 505-344-4505
New Mexico State Parks - Celebrating 75 years in 2008
Hello!
You expressed an interest in our programs during the ABQ Homeschool "Not Back To School Fair." I know that many of you already use the bosque as an outdoor classroom, but you may not have been aware that homeschool kids can take part in our group education programs just like kids attending schools.
If you're interested in having your kids learn from our staff and volunteer naturalists about the bosque ecosystem, please register for one of our programs! We need a group of at least 10 students plus 1 chaperone for every 7 kids (1:5 for kinder-aged kids and younger). Please see the attached brochure for more information and to register.
Thanks again for your interest!
Karen Herzenberg
Instructional Coordinator
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
2901 Candelaria Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Karen.Herzenberg@state.nm.us
Phone: 505-344-7240
Fax: 505-344-4505
New Mexico State Parks - Celebrating 75 years in 2008
Albuquerque: Update on Art & Gym Classes at Raymond G. Sanchez CC
This is in regards to this previous post:
http://nmhomeschoolcommunity.blogspot.com/2007/08/albuquerque-art-gym-time-for.html
Just to clarify what the $10 per participant means…that is a ONE TIME ANNUAL FEE…in other words, the class is essentially free…and meets for two hours twice a week.
I talked to the guy who will be teaching the gym class. The kids will be doing sports, not just exercise or motor skills type stuff.
I talked to one of the ladies who will be teaching the art class, and she said they will be doing a lot of crafts, like bead projects.
So, if child is already enrolled in another exercise class and/or art class, I don’t think they’re going to be duplicating anything they are already doing.
They have started an enrollment list. You do have to go into the community center to put your child/ren on the list. You don’t pay the $10 until classes start on the 11th.
I suppose how long they run it will depend on the response from the homeschool community.
It is limited to 15 students.
http://nmhomeschoolcommunity.blogspot.com/2007/08/albuquerque-art-gym-time-for.html
Just to clarify what the $10 per participant means…that is a ONE TIME ANNUAL FEE…in other words, the class is essentially free…and meets for two hours twice a week.
I talked to the guy who will be teaching the gym class. The kids will be doing sports, not just exercise or motor skills type stuff.
I talked to one of the ladies who will be teaching the art class, and she said they will be doing a lot of crafts, like bead projects.
So, if child is already enrolled in another exercise class and/or art class, I don’t think they’re going to be duplicating anything they are already doing.
They have started an enrollment list. You do have to go into the community center to put your child/ren on the list. You don’t pay the $10 until classes start on the 11th.
I suppose how long they run it will depend on the response from the homeschool community.
It is limited to 15 students.
Monday, August 27, 2007
TOMORROW NIGHT! Language Learning Strategies for Children at Title Wave Books
Feel free to print and/or email out to distribute to our community. If you have any questions please email me! RSVP's required!--Tabitha
New Mexico Home School Community Support Night
Tuesday, August 28, 2007 6:30-8:30PM Adults Only!
Topic this month:
Language Learning Strategies for Children
Tim Keller, the president and founder of Progressive Language will discuss key elements of learning a second language including: What has & hasn't worked in language learning.
What is the best age to start and why. Understanding how children learn a second language.
A learning strategy that will lead to LONG TERM success. Appropriate goals based on age.
Motivation - THE key factor in language learning success. What to look for in language learning resources. Some resources that can help implement your strategy.
How to incorporate learning Spanish into your home. Questions and comments.
http://www.progressivelanguage.com/information.php?info_id=1
About Tim Keller:
He is the president and founder of Progressive Language Inc., a Albuquerque based company dedicated to increasing proficiency and fluency in language learners through multi-modal, and multi-contextual learning strategies. Working together with top linguists and teachers in the US, Progressive Language has created the "Blue Wolf & Friends" English as a Second Language program, and is developing the "Spanish Champs" Spanish as a Second Language program. Tim has 4 children - 4, 5, 7 and 9 years old that are all learning Spanish. Spanish Champs is a family-based language program for children 2-10 years old that is being used in New Mexico and is expanding throughout the US.
Next Month: Speaker will be Amy Udell of Sign2Speak www.Sign2Speak.com and this will begin our series on forms of education, including Classical, Eclectic, Waldorf, Montessori, Charlotte Mason and more!
Location: Title Wave Books
1408 Eubank NE in the Princess Jeanne Shopping Center at the corner of Eubank and Constitution http://www.titlewavebooks.com/ 505-294-9495
Shop that evening and get 15% off your purchases using cash, check, charge, excludes trade credit.
RSVP's Required: Tabitha Orr, 792-4110 or NMHomeschoolCommunityUpdates@gmail.com
Bring paper and pencils as there are always great websites, ideas and books floating around that you will just want to write down! Snacks and drinks are welcome but not required! Teachers welcome!
New Mexico Home School Community Support Night
Tuesday, August 28, 2007 6:30-8:30PM Adults Only!
Topic this month:
Language Learning Strategies for Children
Tim Keller, the president and founder of Progressive Language will discuss key elements of learning a second language including: What has & hasn't worked in language learning.
What is the best age to start and why. Understanding how children learn a second language.
A learning strategy that will lead to LONG TERM success. Appropriate goals based on age.
Motivation - THE key factor in language learning success. What to look for in language learning resources. Some resources that can help implement your strategy.
How to incorporate learning Spanish into your home. Questions and comments.
http://www.progressivelanguage.com/information.php?info_id=1
About Tim Keller:
He is the president and founder of Progressive Language Inc., a Albuquerque based company dedicated to increasing proficiency and fluency in language learners through multi-modal, and multi-contextual learning strategies. Working together with top linguists and teachers in the US, Progressive Language has created the "Blue Wolf & Friends" English as a Second Language program, and is developing the "Spanish Champs" Spanish as a Second Language program. Tim has 4 children - 4, 5, 7 and 9 years old that are all learning Spanish. Spanish Champs is a family-based language program for children 2-10 years old that is being used in New Mexico and is expanding throughout the US.
Next Month: Speaker will be Amy Udell of Sign2Speak www.Sign2Speak.com and this will begin our series on forms of education, including Classical, Eclectic, Waldorf, Montessori, Charlotte Mason and more!
Location: Title Wave Books
1408 Eubank NE in the Princess Jeanne Shopping Center at the corner of Eubank and Constitution http://www.titlewavebooks.com/ 505-294-9495
Shop that evening and get 15% off your purchases using cash, check, charge, excludes trade credit.
RSVP's Required: Tabitha Orr, 792-4110 or NMHomeschoolCommunityUpdates@gmail.com
Bring paper and pencils as there are always great websites, ideas and books floating around that you will just want to write down! Snacks and drinks are welcome but not required! Teachers welcome!
Albuquerque: Ready for the D.R.I.V.E. Homeschool Teens Kick-Off Meeting and Social this Friday?
Christian Teen Group
Date:
Friday, August 31, 2007
Time:
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Place:
Community Room
Title Wave Books
1408 Eubank Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM
(Eubank & Constitution)
Cost:
FREE!
Have Questions?
Contact:
(505) 401-4080
or info@ABQTeenDrive.com
Date:
Friday, August 31, 2007
Time:
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Place:
Community Room
Title Wave Books
1408 Eubank Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM
(Eubank & Constitution)
Cost:
FREE!
Have Questions?
Contact:
(505) 401-4080
or info@ABQTeenDrive.com
TOMORROW NIGHT! Total Lunar Eclipse--Full Coverage
Space Weather News for Aug. 27, 2007
http://spaceweather.com
LUNAR ECLIPSE--FULL COVERAGE: On Tuesday, Aug. 28th, the full Moon will enter Earth's shadow for a 90-minute total eclipse. People on the Pacific side of Earth will have the best view as the Moon turns a dreamy shade of sunset red. Favored areas include the Americas (especially western North America), Hawaii, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, east Asia and Antarctica. The show begins Tuesday morning around 2 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time (0900 UT).
Although the dominant color of a lunar eclipse is red, sometimes another hue appears--turquoise. Earth's shadow has a turquoise-colored fringe caused by our planet's ozone layer, and this can be seen for a few beautiful moments at the onset of totality. Today's edition of spaceweather.com shows you what the turquoise fringe looks like and explains how to catch it.
Also, amateur astronomers are encouraged to assist NASA during the eclipse by scanning the darkened Moon for explosions caused by Helion meteoroid impacts. Typical flashes reach 6th magnitude--easy targets for mid-sized backyard telescopes equipped with digital video cameras. The eclipse is a great time to look for these "lunar meteors." Observing tips and more information are available at http://spaceweather.com.
Full coverage of the eclipse, including maps, animations, timetables and links to live webcasts, begins now on http://spaceweather.com .
If a friend sent you this alert and you would like to subscribe, click here: http://spaceweather.com/services/
http://spaceweather.com
LUNAR ECLIPSE--FULL COVERAGE: On Tuesday, Aug. 28th, the full Moon will enter Earth's shadow for a 90-minute total eclipse. People on the Pacific side of Earth will have the best view as the Moon turns a dreamy shade of sunset red. Favored areas include the Americas (especially western North America), Hawaii, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, east Asia and Antarctica. The show begins Tuesday morning around 2 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time (0900 UT).
Although the dominant color of a lunar eclipse is red, sometimes another hue appears--turquoise. Earth's shadow has a turquoise-colored fringe caused by our planet's ozone layer, and this can be seen for a few beautiful moments at the onset of totality. Today's edition of spaceweather.com shows you what the turquoise fringe looks like and explains how to catch it.
Also, amateur astronomers are encouraged to assist NASA during the eclipse by scanning the darkened Moon for explosions caused by Helion meteoroid impacts. Typical flashes reach 6th magnitude--easy targets for mid-sized backyard telescopes equipped with digital video cameras. The eclipse is a great time to look for these "lunar meteors." Observing tips and more information are available at http://spaceweather.com.
Full coverage of the eclipse, including maps, animations, timetables and links to live webcasts, begins now on http://spaceweather.com .
If a friend sent you this alert and you would like to subscribe, click here: http://spaceweather.com/services/
Thanks to Fundamentals Gymnastics for their exhibitions & fun at the Not Back to School Fair!
Fundamentals Gym brought out their team boy & girl gymnasts to give exhibitions at the fair and they were just fantastic! Some of the team kids are homeschooled but the others were from local schools and we thank their parents for allowing them to come to our fair! All of the kids are wonderful performers and we wish them a successful gymnastics season!
After the exhibition Fundamentals provided mats and things to tumble and flip over and I knew it was a hit when the conference room suddenly only had the sounds of adults talking because the kids were all in the gym!
They have great classes for kids-boys & girls and I highly suggest you check it out. I have been involved in athletics my entire life and they are one of the few places I have experienced that works on the whole child and not just the athlete!
http://www.fundamentalsgym.com/
Thanks to Duke City Fencing for their exhibition at the Not Back to School Fair!
I wanted to send out a thank you to Duke City Fencing for attending our Not Back to School Fair on August 17th and providing us with an exciting demonstration of the sport of fencing! Those of you that were there received a demonstration using the sabre swords and then if you stayed to try it out you used plastic foil swords!
This sport is not movie sword fighting but it is just as fun to do and watch so check it out www.dukecityfencing.net they have classes for kids and adults!
They also have special classes just for homeschoolers! http://www.dukecityfencing.net/id1.html
Thanks to Shannon Decker & the Albuquerque Home Learners from the Homeschool Community!
I just wanted to tell those of you who do not know about this amazing person who was instrumental in emailing hundreds of schools and teachers in and around the Albuquerque Area in order to get free textbooks for the free textbook drive that occurred this summer. Shannon, with the help of Kari and many members of the Albuquerque Home Learners drove many, many, many miles and gained many sore muscles in the process of gathering these materials.
What was so fantastic is that there were homeschoolers that are on this NM Homeschool Community Network and not on the Albuquerque Home Learners that helped make this a wonderful community effort and I applaud all of you!
The Albuquerque Home Learners are not the only group in the area but they are one of the groups that make up this New Mexico homeschooling community! Check them out they might be right for your family www.abqhomelearners.org and perhaps they are not right for you but they welcome everyone to check out their forum and use the tons of resources they make available to the public!
What was so fantastic is that there were homeschoolers that are on this NM Homeschool Community Network and not on the Albuquerque Home Learners that helped make this a wonderful community effort and I applaud all of you!
The Albuquerque Home Learners are not the only group in the area but they are one of the groups that make up this New Mexico homeschooling community! Check them out they might be right for your family www.abqhomelearners.org and perhaps they are not right for you but they welcome everyone to check out their forum and use the tons of resources they make available to the public!
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Albuquerque: 516 ARTS-Offering tours & Programs for Homeschoolers
I have copied the info from the flyer into this email. Please contact him he has educational resources as well as wants to do tours for homeschoolers at the gallery! We are going to tour the exhibit next Thursday and my kids really enjoyed the art immensely! --Tabbi
516 ARTS is a nonprofit arts venue located in Downtown Albuquerque
offering free arts education programs for all ages. Dedicated to
exhibiting local, national and international artists, 516 ARTS offers
something for everyone ą from traditional to cutting edge contemporary
art. 516 ARTS programs include gallery talks, live music and poetry
performances, educational tours, art making workshops, student murals
and more. 516 ARTS is a place for interdisciplinary learning and
discourse, seeking innovative ways to engage Albuquerque residents and
visitors. Exhibition tours and activities can be scheduled during or
outside of open hours, and all education programs are free of charge.
Transportation is not provided. To schedule an visit, plan a time to
meet as a group of homeschoolers, propose collaborative ideas or to
find out more, please contact:
Bryan Kaiser, Education Coordinator
tel. 242-1445 ź bryan@516arts.org
Interactive tours Educational curriculum
Discussion groups Hands-on art activities
-Bryan
Bryan Kaiser | Education Coordinator
516 ARTS | 516 Central Ave SW | Albuquerque NM | 87102
T 505.242.1445 | F 505.244.4101
bryan@516arts.org | www.516arts.org
516 ARTS is a nonprofit arts venue located in Downtown Albuquerque
offering free arts education programs for all ages. Dedicated to
exhibiting local, national and international artists, 516 ARTS offers
something for everyone ą from traditional to cutting edge contemporary
art. 516 ARTS programs include gallery talks, live music and poetry
performances, educational tours, art making workshops, student murals
and more. 516 ARTS is a place for interdisciplinary learning and
discourse, seeking innovative ways to engage Albuquerque residents and
visitors. Exhibition tours and activities can be scheduled during or
outside of open hours, and all education programs are free of charge.
Transportation is not provided. To schedule an visit, plan a time to
meet as a group of homeschoolers, propose collaborative ideas or to
find out more, please contact:
Bryan Kaiser, Education Coordinator
tel. 242-1445 ź bryan@516arts.org
Interactive tours Educational curriculum
Discussion groups Hands-on art activities
-Bryan
Bryan Kaiser | Education Coordinator
516 ARTS | 516 Central Ave SW | Albuquerque NM | 87102
T 505.242.1445 | F 505.244.4101
bryan@516arts.org | www.516arts.org
OT Webresource: Snopes.com -Urban Legend Resource & Email fact checker
This is not about homeschooling but it can alleviate your fears when you get those chain emails or scary emails warning you that 'the sky is falling'....and believe me I fell victim to these several times until I discovered www.snopes.com . So the next time you get one of those emails warning you about something go to snopes.com and type the key words into the search bar and it will usually come up with the topic and help you separate the truth from the fiction. The really sad ones are the supposed kidnap or missing children emails and they usually (I say usually) turn out to be false and several times when I have gone to type in the supposed child's name it was a hoax. You can find all the hottest hoaxes on the front page on the left side. Have fun hunting I have found that things I had heard about even when I was a teen are (shocker) not true...lol...and it is a fun site as well I believe they even have classes in colleges now on urban legends!
The point it don't help these hoax makers get their jollies by passing on this stuff just check snopes and hit the all powerful delete button!
The point it don't help these hoax makers get their jollies by passing on this stuff just check snopes and hit the all powerful delete button!
Webresource: Hubble Teams with Google to Bring Cosmos Down to Earth
Hubble Teams with Google to Bring the Cosmos Down to Earth
Imagine cruising the heavens from your desktop and seeing all the
spectacular images from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Exploding
stars and faraway galaxies are just a mouse click away today through
Sky in Google Earth. Sky in Google Earth is produced by Google, the
company that hosts the popular Internet search engine, through a
partnership with the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore,
the science operations center for Hubble.
To access the new feature, users will need to download the newest
version of Google Earth, available free of charge.
With Sky in Google Earth, you can travel across the vastness of the
night sky, making tour stops at all the popular Hubble images. Though
these celestial objects are far away from Earth, you can reach them
in a few seconds with Sky in Google Earth.
Complete story in Newswise:
http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/532683/?sc=dwtp
Plus:
For images and additional information about Sky in Google Earth,
visit:
http://hubblesite.org/news/2007/22
http://hubblesite.org/explore_astronomy/gsky
http://earth.google.com
Imagine cruising the heavens from your desktop and seeing all the
spectacular images from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Exploding
stars and faraway galaxies are just a mouse click away today through
Sky in Google Earth. Sky in Google Earth is produced by Google, the
company that hosts the popular Internet search engine, through a
partnership with the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore,
the science operations center for Hubble.
To access the new feature, users will need to download the newest
version of Google Earth, available free of charge.
With Sky in Google Earth, you can travel across the vastness of the
night sky, making tour stops at all the popular Hubble images. Though
these celestial objects are far away from Earth, you can reach them
in a few seconds with Sky in Google Earth.
Complete story in Newswise:
http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/532683/?sc=dwtp
Plus:
For images and additional information about Sky in Google Earth,
visit:
http://hubblesite.org/news/2007/22
http://hubblesite.org/explore_astronomy/gsky
http://earth.google.com
Wanted: Saxon Algebra 2 Edition III
Hi Tabbi,
We are in need of a text book, and would appreciate your assistance in getting it out there for us. We are looking for Saxon Algebra 2 Edition III.
If anyone has one available, please have them call Karen Quintana at (505) 720-8046.
Thank You Very Much,
Eileen Medina
Kisejm@aol.com
We are in need of a text book, and would appreciate your assistance in getting it out there for us. We are looking for Saxon Algebra 2 Edition III.
If anyone has one available, please have them call Karen Quintana at (505) 720-8046.
Thank You Very Much,
Eileen Medina
Kisejm@aol.com
Friday, August 24, 2007
East Mountains: Free Homeschool Field Trip Day at Sandia Mtn Natural History Center
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Field Trips and Classes Open to Homeschoolers-Viewable by Public > Free Homeschool Field Trip Day at SMNHC
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From: Shannon D.
Date: 2007-08-23 17:25:33
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=1518
Hello all! Free Homeschool field trip day!
Susie Davis
SMNHC Instructional Co-ordinator
281-5259
Sandia Mountain Natural History Center
Homeschoolin’ in the Home Range Ecology Day
Thursday, November 1st, 9:30-2, SMNHC (Cedar Crest)
November is one of the most dynamic times of year in the mountains! Come learn about the plants, animals, and ecology of the Sandias!
The day includes:
· A guided hike in our beautiful Pinon-Juniper and Ponderosa forests
· Fun activities that teach ecology concepts
· Exploring our hands-on exhibit rooms.
Groups of homeschoolers and their families will be guided on the 4 ½ hour program by one of our educators; since the day is structured for group activities pre-registration is required. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Age Level: Any age. Most content geared towards 8-12 year olds.
Cost: $1 per person donation suggested.
Also offered in the spring (March 13th - tentative date).
For more information or to register contact Susie Davis at Susan.davis@state.nm.us, 281-5259.
Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including all attachments is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited unless specifically provided under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender and destroy all copies of this message. -- This email has been scanned by the Sybari - Antigen Email System.
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Field Trips and Classes Open to Homeschoolers-Viewable by Public > Free Homeschool Field Trip Day at SMNHC
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From: Shannon D.
Date: 2007-08-23 17:25:33
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=1518
Hello all! Free Homeschool field trip day!
Susie Davis
SMNHC Instructional Co-ordinator
281-5259
Sandia Mountain Natural History Center
Homeschoolin’ in the Home Range Ecology Day
Thursday, November 1st, 9:30-2, SMNHC (Cedar Crest)
November is one of the most dynamic times of year in the mountains! Come learn about the plants, animals, and ecology of the Sandias!
The day includes:
· A guided hike in our beautiful Pinon-Juniper and Ponderosa forests
· Fun activities that teach ecology concepts
· Exploring our hands-on exhibit rooms.
Groups of homeschoolers and their families will be guided on the 4 ½ hour program by one of our educators; since the day is structured for group activities pre-registration is required. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Age Level: Any age. Most content geared towards 8-12 year olds.
Cost: $1 per person donation suggested.
Also offered in the spring (March 13th - tentative date).
For more information or to register contact Susie Davis at Susan.davis@state.nm.us, 281-5259.
Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including all attachments is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited unless specifically provided under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender and destroy all copies of this message. -- This email has been scanned by the Sybari - Antigen Email System.
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Call for Submissions – Creative Writing in Spanish by Women
Call for Submissions – Creative Writing in Spanish by Women
The Instituto Cervantes in partnership with the National Hispanic Cultural Center is seeking Creative Writing in Spanish by women for an anthology to be entitled Metamorfosis. Work should reflect experiences of personal, political and other transformations in one's life and community. The Metamorfosis project is one of the activities of Women and Creativity 2008 organized by the National Hispanic Cultural Center.
* The deadline for submissions is 4 p.m., Friday, October 5, 2007.
For guidelines and eligibility see click here or contact:
Erin Fugate
Responsable de Actividades Culturales
Instituto Cervantes
1701 4th St SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Tel. (505) 724-4777
Fax (505) 246-2613
Contact: Mathews@cabq.gov
Dave Mathews, (505) 768-3956
The Instituto Cervantes in partnership with the National Hispanic Cultural Center is seeking Creative Writing in Spanish by women for an anthology to be entitled Metamorfosis. Work should reflect experiences of personal, political and other transformations in one's life and community. The Metamorfosis project is one of the activities of Women and Creativity 2008 organized by the National Hispanic Cultural Center.
* The deadline for submissions is 4 p.m., Friday, October 5, 2007.
For guidelines and eligibility see click here or contact:
Erin Fugate
Responsable de Actividades Culturales
Instituto Cervantes
1701 4th St SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Tel. (505) 724-4777
Fax (505) 246-2613
Contact: Mathews@cabq.gov
Dave Mathews, (505) 768-3956
Webresource: Group Buys for Pokemon Learning League, Brainpop, United Streaming and more
This is a legitimate organization, we have used it and have not had a problem. When you click the link below the other group buys available are in blue on the left side of the screen!--Tabbi
________________________________________________________________________________________
A Co-op Group Buy Exclusive
SAVE UP TO 60%
on subscriptions for Pokémon® Learning League™, an award-winning provider of animated curriculum featuring Pokemon characters.
Offer Expires 09-20-2007 at 11:59 pm Eastern
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
The Homeschool Buyers Co-op is pleased to present a Group Buy for online subscriptions at deep discounts from Pokémon® USA, an award-winning provider of animated, interactive lessons in language arts, math, science, and life skills for grades 3-6.
This innovative series uses Pokémon's sustaining popularity with children to help teach Science, Math, Language Arts and Life Skills topics in a uniquely appealing manner. Comprised of a narrative tutorial (Watch), guided practice (Try) and an interactive challenge (Apply); each lesson delivers a supportive and scaffolded learning environment for students.
SPECIAL NOTE: PLEASE do not contact Pokemon USA directly, as they do not handle customer support for the individual user under this Co-op program. CLICK HERE for the Co-op's Pokemon FAQ page for more information.
By purchasing as a group, we will all save at least 40% and as much as 60% depending on how many subscriptions we order as a group.
The bigger our order, the more we all save, so tell your friends and homeschool groups!
To take advantage of this special offer, you must place your order no later than 09-20-2007 at 11:59 pm Eastern.
Regards,
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
________________________________________________________________________________________
A Co-op Group Buy Exclusive
SAVE UP TO 60%
on subscriptions for Pokémon® Learning League™, an award-winning provider of animated curriculum featuring Pokemon characters.
Offer Expires 09-20-2007 at 11:59 pm Eastern
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
The Homeschool Buyers Co-op is pleased to present a Group Buy for online subscriptions at deep discounts from Pokémon® USA, an award-winning provider of animated, interactive lessons in language arts, math, science, and life skills for grades 3-6.
This innovative series uses Pokémon's sustaining popularity with children to help teach Science, Math, Language Arts and Life Skills topics in a uniquely appealing manner. Comprised of a narrative tutorial (Watch), guided practice (Try) and an interactive challenge (Apply); each lesson delivers a supportive and scaffolded learning environment for students.
SPECIAL NOTE: PLEASE do not contact Pokemon USA directly, as they do not handle customer support for the individual user under this Co-op program. CLICK HERE for the Co-op's Pokemon FAQ page for more information.
By purchasing as a group, we will all save at least 40% and as much as 60% depending on how many subscriptions we order as a group.
The bigger our order, the more we all save, so tell your friends and homeschool groups!
To take advantage of this special offer, you must place your order no later than 09-20-2007 at 11:59 pm Eastern.
Regards,
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
Albuquerque:TONIGHT "To Kill a Mockingbird" on Civic Plaza
View "To Kill a Mockingbird" on Civic Plaza this Friday Night
The popular summer film series, “Civic Cinema,” ends on Friday, August 24th with the showing of the film adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel, “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
Where: Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza
When: Friday, August 24th - Screening begins at dusk, about 8:30 pm
Cost: FREE!
This controversial story features Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch, a small-town Southern lawyer who defends a black man in a rape trial, and Mary Badham as his daughter, Scout, through whose eyes much of the story is seen. It was also the big screen debut of Robert Duvall, who plays the eccentric Boo Radley.
The six-year-old Scout narrates the story of how racial tensions in her Alabama town skyrocketed while her father defended a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. Released in 1962, the film earned a number of Oscars and Golden Globe awards.
* Learn more about To Kill a Mockingbird....
Civic Cinema is presented by Mayor Martin J. Chávez, the City of Albuquerque's Cultural Services Department and Parks and Recreation Department. Limited seating and picnic tables will be on site. Patrons may bring lawn chairs or blankets and picnic food. Popcorn and other movie theatre snacks will be available for purchase. Glass containers and alcohol are prohibited. Pets must be on a leash. For more information call 311 locally; Relay New Mexico or 711.
Contact: Isabelle J. Zamora, (505) 768-3585 / 768-3553
Parents Guide for To Kill a Mockingbird
The popular summer film series, “Civic Cinema,” ends on Friday, August 24th with the showing of the film adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel, “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
Where: Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza
When: Friday, August 24th - Screening begins at dusk, about 8:30 pm
Cost: FREE!
This controversial story features Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch, a small-town Southern lawyer who defends a black man in a rape trial, and Mary Badham as his daughter, Scout, through whose eyes much of the story is seen. It was also the big screen debut of Robert Duvall, who plays the eccentric Boo Radley.
The six-year-old Scout narrates the story of how racial tensions in her Alabama town skyrocketed while her father defended a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. Released in 1962, the film earned a number of Oscars and Golden Globe awards.
* Learn more about To Kill a Mockingbird....
Civic Cinema is presented by Mayor Martin J. Chávez, the City of Albuquerque's Cultural Services Department and Parks and Recreation Department. Limited seating and picnic tables will be on site. Patrons may bring lawn chairs or blankets and picnic food. Popcorn and other movie theatre snacks will be available for purchase. Glass containers and alcohol are prohibited. Pets must be on a leash. For more information call 311 locally; Relay New Mexico or 711.
Contact: Isabelle J. Zamora, (505) 768-3585 / 768-3553
Parents Guide for To Kill a Mockingbird
Albuquerque Area: More Free Books!
IMPT NOTE: Shannon's house was hit by lightening last night knocking out all phone and cable so please do not call today (8/24/07) call her tomorrow Saturday the 25th.
We had another donation of books today. http://www.abqhomelearners.org/forum20/1512.html
Free!! Call to set up a time for pick up! 899-2729 Shannon Decker I will keep in my garage for one week only!!! No calls to hold books!! First come, first serve!
McGraw-Hill Language Arts Textbooks for grades 3, 4, and 5
Zaner-Bloser Spelling Connections for grades 3, 4, and 5
Science Horizons for grades 3 and 4
Discovery Works Science by Houghton-Mifflin for grades 3, 4, and 5
Social Studies (Harcourt Brace) Living in Our World grade 3 and States and Regions grade 4
We had another donation of books today. http://www.abqhomelearners.org/forum20/1512.html
Free!! Call to set up a time for pick up! 899-2729 Shannon Decker I will keep in my garage for one week only!!! No calls to hold books!! First come, first serve!
McGraw-Hill Language Arts Textbooks for grades 3, 4, and 5
Zaner-Bloser Spelling Connections for grades 3, 4, and 5
Science Horizons for grades 3 and 4
Discovery Works Science by Houghton-Mifflin for grades 3, 4, and 5
Social Studies (Harcourt Brace) Living in Our World grade 3 and States and Regions grade 4
Albuquerque: Art & Gym time for homeschoolers-Raymond G. Sanchez CC
Programs that will be offered at the Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center for home schoolers beginning September 11, 2007
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 2 – 4 pm are available for up to 15 participants.
From 2 – 3pm it will be gym time and from 3 – 4pm arts and crafts. The cost is $10 per participant.
If you have a questions please call.
Thank you,
Marilyn Sanchez
Assistant Manager
Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center
(505)898-1414 Fax (505)898-6288
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 2 – 4 pm are available for up to 15 participants.
From 2 – 3pm it will be gym time and from 3 – 4pm arts and crafts. The cost is $10 per participant.
If you have a questions please call.
Thank you,
Marilyn Sanchez
Assistant Manager
Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center
(505)898-1414 Fax (505)898-6288
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Rio Rancho: Albuquerque Rocket Society Thrust in the Dust Fall Flight Extravaganza & Fundraiser
Albuquerque Rocket Society
“Thrust in the Dust”
Fall Flight Extravaganza and Annual Fundraiser
All activities at the New Rio Rancho Launch Site
*Labor Day Weekend*
Saturday and Sunday, September 1-2, 2007
9:00 AM until 4:00 PM
FAA Waiver 19,000 ft AGL, launch windows
Model [Estes], High Power, and Nitrous Oxide Hybrid Flights
***Free to come out and watch***
Launch fees for flying.
See our website at www.arsabq.org for flight pictures, launch fees, map, and written directions to launch site.
Rocket and motor vendors, food sales, rocket contests and other prize giveaways on site.
Come out to watch, bring lawn chairs, and have fun. It’s educational and exciting for the whole family.
Even better DIRECTIONS
The Albuquerque Rocket Society launch site is 1 mile west of Progress and Rainbow in Rio Rancho.
Here are the directions to the site:
From Rio Rancho, go West on Northern Blvd to Unser Blvd.
Turn Right on Unser and go north to King [past Paseo Del Vulcan].
Turn Left on King and go west through the development. At Rainbow there is a stop sign and the pavement ends. Proceed another 1.1 mile West on King to Sheba. The street sign was down; it is a Right turn just below the crest of the rise.
Turn Right on Sheba and go north across the arroyo [see map]. The arroyo is quite reasonable, if it is not you are probably on the wrong cross street and should take a street to the west of the one you are on. Sheba makes two bends to the left after the arroyo. At the end of the 2nd bend turn Right [now north] on 8th Street. This sign was also down. The launch site is at the T intersection on the north side.
Parking for TITD is on the SW corner,
For more info, call Jerry Cross, 228-6768, or 293-4825.
If you nwant a flyer and map, email jeraldcross@comcast.net
“Thrust in the Dust”
Fall Flight Extravaganza and Annual Fundraiser
All activities at the New Rio Rancho Launch Site
*Labor Day Weekend*
Saturday and Sunday, September 1-2, 2007
9:00 AM until 4:00 PM
FAA Waiver 19,000 ft AGL, launch windows
Model [Estes], High Power, and Nitrous Oxide Hybrid Flights
***Free to come out and watch***
Launch fees for flying.
See our website at www.arsabq.org for flight pictures, launch fees, map, and written directions to launch site.
Rocket and motor vendors, food sales, rocket contests and other prize giveaways on site.
Come out to watch, bring lawn chairs, and have fun. It’s educational and exciting for the whole family.
Even better DIRECTIONS
The Albuquerque Rocket Society launch site is 1 mile west of Progress and Rainbow in Rio Rancho.
Here are the directions to the site:
From Rio Rancho, go West on Northern Blvd to Unser Blvd.
Turn Right on Unser and go north to King [past Paseo Del Vulcan].
Turn Left on King and go west through the development. At Rainbow there is a stop sign and the pavement ends. Proceed another 1.1 mile West on King to Sheba. The street sign was down; it is a Right turn just below the crest of the rise.
Turn Right on Sheba and go north across the arroyo [see map]. The arroyo is quite reasonable, if it is not you are probably on the wrong cross street and should take a street to the west of the one you are on. Sheba makes two bends to the left after the arroyo. At the end of the 2nd bend turn Right [now north] on 8th Street. This sign was also down. The launch site is at the T intersection on the north side.
Parking for TITD is on the SW corner,
For more info, call Jerry Cross, 228-6768, or 293-4825.
If you nwant a flyer and map, email jeraldcross@comcast.net
Albuquerque: NM Museum of Natural History & Science Homeschool Museum Programs
Greetings Home School Families,
There are some events this fall at the museum that I thought would be of interest to you.
First, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is celebrating the International Polar year with Polar Palooza. A number of events are scheduled for the month of October (a full calendar of these polar related events is available at NMnaturalhistory.org)including the Polar Palooza Homeschool Family Day Tuesday October 23rd from 1 to 4 pm, which includes a special presentation by polar scientists at 2pm.
Second we are offering "Homeschoolin' on the Home Range Ecology Day" at the Sandia Mountain Natural History Center. Any age participants are welcome, but activities will be aimed at 8 to 12 year olds. For more information or to register, contact Susan Davis at Susan.davis@state.nm.us.
Finally, we are seeking teens aged 14 to 18 to participate in planning a youth-led teen science cafe program. There is an organizational meeting set for Tuesday September 4th at 4:30pm here at the museum. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Because of the overwhelming amount of interest in last year's schedule, which is still listed on the web, we are reconsidering our decision to not offer future home school classes. Although it is too late to plan for fall, we are looking at a winter session that would start after the first of January. The target group would be upper elementary and subjects could include weather, solar system or ecology. Please keep monitoring the website; it will be updated as soon as are plans complete. I will also send a notice via this mailing list. Please feel free to pass this information along to anyone who might find it of interest.
Thank you all for your interest in the Natural History Museum,
Linda Fey
Ecology Educator
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
phone:505-841-2849 fax:505-841-2808
There are some events this fall at the museum that I thought would be of interest to you.
First, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is celebrating the International Polar year with Polar Palooza. A number of events are scheduled for the month of October (a full calendar of these polar related events is available at NMnaturalhistory.org)including the Polar Palooza Homeschool Family Day Tuesday October 23rd from 1 to 4 pm, which includes a special presentation by polar scientists at 2pm.
Second we are offering "Homeschoolin' on the Home Range Ecology Day" at the Sandia Mountain Natural History Center. Any age participants are welcome, but activities will be aimed at 8 to 12 year olds. For more information or to register, contact Susan Davis at Susan.davis@state.nm.us.
Finally, we are seeking teens aged 14 to 18 to participate in planning a youth-led teen science cafe program. There is an organizational meeting set for Tuesday September 4th at 4:30pm here at the museum. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Because of the overwhelming amount of interest in last year's schedule, which is still listed on the web, we are reconsidering our decision to not offer future home school classes. Although it is too late to plan for fall, we are looking at a winter session that would start after the first of January. The target group would be upper elementary and subjects could include weather, solar system or ecology. Please keep monitoring the website; it will be updated as soon as are plans complete. I will also send a notice via this mailing list. Please feel free to pass this information along to anyone who might find it of interest.
Thank you all for your interest in the Natural History Museum,
Linda Fey
Ecology Educator
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
phone:505-841-2849 fax:505-841-2808
Albuquerque Area: D.R.I.V.E. Homeschooled Teens Group
Hi Tabitha.
It was very nice to meet you at the homeschool fair. It was really a fantastic event! (Now I know what I have been missing all this time!)
You had asked me to compose an email to be sent out to your homeschool contacts. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your helpfulness- thank you.
Here is the email:
Dear homeschooling families,
Did you know that Albuquerque has a new group for homeschooled teens that focuses not only on great social gatherings but community service as well?
It’s called D.R.I.V.E. (which stands for dedication, responsibility, initiative, vision and enthusiasm)
D.R.I.V.E. is a Christian-based group and membership is FREE. Many events and activities will be free, although some may cost a small fee (i.e., bowling, skating, etc.). We will make every effort to negotiate group discounts and keep all costs as low as possible.
Since our group services the entire Albuquerque area, we will hold events throughout various parts of town to make it convenient for all families. If your teen does not live in Albuquerque but still wishes to participate, they are more than welcome to join if they have transportation to and from the meetings and events that they wish to attend.
We will be hosting the D.R.I.V.E. Kick-Off Meeting and Social in the community room at Title Wave Books (Eubank and Constitution) on Friday, August 31, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This will be a great time for everyone to get acquainted, have some fun and enjoy pizza and refreshments. There is no charge for this event.
Title Wave Books has been very gracious to offer the use of their community room as well as a same-day 15% discount to parents and teens who attend the D.R.I.V.E. Kick-Off Meeting and Social.
If you would like to come to the Kick-Off Meeting and Social, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Rosanna, the D.R.I.V.E. Coordinator at info@ABQTeenDrive.com. It is not mandatory to R.S.V.P. but it will help us to plan for the amount of pizza and other refreshments that we will need. Also, if you have already signed up for our group, you do not need to RSVP.
For more information about our group, please visit www.ABQTeenDrive.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!
It was very nice to meet you at the homeschool fair. It was really a fantastic event! (Now I know what I have been missing all this time!)
You had asked me to compose an email to be sent out to your homeschool contacts. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your helpfulness- thank you.
Here is the email:
Dear homeschooling families,
Did you know that Albuquerque has a new group for homeschooled teens that focuses not only on great social gatherings but community service as well?
It’s called D.R.I.V.E. (which stands for dedication, responsibility, initiative, vision and enthusiasm)
D.R.I.V.E. is a Christian-based group and membership is FREE. Many events and activities will be free, although some may cost a small fee (i.e., bowling, skating, etc.). We will make every effort to negotiate group discounts and keep all costs as low as possible.
Since our group services the entire Albuquerque area, we will hold events throughout various parts of town to make it convenient for all families. If your teen does not live in Albuquerque but still wishes to participate, they are more than welcome to join if they have transportation to and from the meetings and events that they wish to attend.
We will be hosting the D.R.I.V.E. Kick-Off Meeting and Social in the community room at Title Wave Books (Eubank and Constitution) on Friday, August 31, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This will be a great time for everyone to get acquainted, have some fun and enjoy pizza and refreshments. There is no charge for this event.
Title Wave Books has been very gracious to offer the use of their community room as well as a same-day 15% discount to parents and teens who attend the D.R.I.V.E. Kick-Off Meeting and Social.
If you would like to come to the Kick-Off Meeting and Social, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Rosanna, the D.R.I.V.E. Coordinator at info@ABQTeenDrive.com. It is not mandatory to R.S.V.P. but it will help us to plan for the amount of pizza and other refreshments that we will need. Also, if you have already signed up for our group, you do not need to RSVP.
For more information about our group, please visit www.ABQTeenDrive.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Albuquerque Area: Presidential Physical Fitness Award
We have a great opportunity to encourage our children's physical fitness by testing and awarding based on national standards in September. Sandy Warfield (PE Teacher at LBJ Mid School) has volunteered to practice, test
and award homeschool kids and Sandia Prep High School as agreed to host the event.
The Presidential Physical Fitness Award has established percentile benchmarks for children ages 6-17 in five different test areas:
curl-ups or partial curl-ups,
shuttle run,
pull-ups or right angle push-ups
V-sit or sit and reach
endurance run/walk
Students who score at or above the 85%ile rank will receive the Presidential
Physical Fitness Award.
Students who score above the 50%ile rank will receive the National Physical
Fitness Award.
Students who score below the 50%ile rank will receive the Participation
Physical Fitness Award.
Find more information about the test by visiting this website:
http://www.presidentschallenge.org/educators/program_details/physical_fitness_test.aspx
This test result can be referenced on any applications to different experiences including things like Space Camp.
The event will happen on two Fridays from 4-6 pm. September 7 and 21.
On 9/7/07, we will practice the first four events (teaching the kids HOW to
do the test) and end by testing the 1 mile run/walk. You will want to start
walking/running with your kids now to build up their endurance. :)
9/21/07, will include the testing for the other four events and then awards.
To both evenings, the children should wear comfortable work out clothes
(tshirt and shorts) and athletic shoes (no flipflops or sandals- tennis
shoes with socks, please)! They should bring their own water bottle as well.
This event is open to the first 70 children who RSVP to
kathyhahn@earthlink.net. Please write PPFA (or Presidential Physical Fitness Test) in the subject line so my filter can identify your email as non-spam. In the text of your email, please include your child's/children's names and ages. Thank you! :)
:),Kathy
Kathy Hahn
Creative Memories- Memory Keeping at its Best
2031 Selway Pl NW
Albuquerque, NM 87120
505.890.3445
Go as far as you can see, then you can see farther!
and award homeschool kids and Sandia Prep High School as agreed to host the event.
The Presidential Physical Fitness Award has established percentile benchmarks for children ages 6-17 in five different test areas:
curl-ups or partial curl-ups,
shuttle run,
pull-ups or right angle push-ups
V-sit or sit and reach
endurance run/walk
Students who score at or above the 85%ile rank will receive the Presidential
Physical Fitness Award.
Students who score above the 50%ile rank will receive the National Physical
Fitness Award.
Students who score below the 50%ile rank will receive the Participation
Physical Fitness Award.
Find more information about the test by visiting this website:
http://www.presidentschallenge.org/educators/program_details/physical_fitness_test.aspx
This test result can be referenced on any applications to different experiences including things like Space Camp.
The event will happen on two Fridays from 4-6 pm. September 7 and 21.
On 9/7/07, we will practice the first four events (teaching the kids HOW to
do the test) and end by testing the 1 mile run/walk. You will want to start
walking/running with your kids now to build up their endurance. :)
9/21/07, will include the testing for the other four events and then awards.
To both evenings, the children should wear comfortable work out clothes
(tshirt and shorts) and athletic shoes (no flipflops or sandals- tennis
shoes with socks, please)! They should bring their own water bottle as well.
This event is open to the first 70 children who RSVP to
kathyhahn@earthlink.net. Please write PPFA (or Presidential Physical Fitness Test) in the subject line so my filter can identify your email as non-spam. In the text of your email, please include your child's/children's names and ages. Thank you! :)
:),Kathy
Kathy Hahn
Creative Memories- Memory Keeping at its Best
2031 Selway Pl NW
Albuquerque, NM 87120
505.890.3445
Go as far as you can see, then you can see farther!
Albuquerque: Gymnastics classes for home schoolers (Ages 2-7+)
Tabitha,
I own the Kids Flip Factory. I wanted to see if you could help me get out the word about our day time classes.
We currently have several classes in the day for preschool and school age children, and are interested in expanding more classes.
Tuesday: 9:35 4 year olds
10:30 2 year old class, and 4 year old class
11:25 3 year old class, and beginning gymnastics for 5+ year olds
Thursday: 10:00 Advanced gymnastics for 7+ year olds
Friday 9:30 3 year old class, and a beginning gymnastics for 5-6 year olds
10:30 3 year old class, and 2 year old class
Preschool classes are 45 minutes long
Classes for 5+ years olds and older are one hour long except for advanced which is 1 1/2 hours long.
We also offer evening classes, dance classes, and have other programs such as camps, open gym, and Parents Night Out
We are located at 5850 Eubank NE
237-7808
Thank You,
Francie
I own the Kids Flip Factory. I wanted to see if you could help me get out the word about our day time classes.
We currently have several classes in the day for preschool and school age children, and are interested in expanding more classes.
Tuesday: 9:35 4 year olds
10:30 2 year old class, and 4 year old class
11:25 3 year old class, and beginning gymnastics for 5+ year olds
Thursday: 10:00 Advanced gymnastics for 7+ year olds
Friday 9:30 3 year old class, and a beginning gymnastics for 5-6 year olds
10:30 3 year old class, and 2 year old class
Preschool classes are 45 minutes long
Classes for 5+ years olds and older are one hour long except for advanced which is 1 1/2 hours long.
We also offer evening classes, dance classes, and have other programs such as camps, open gym, and Parents Night Out
We are located at 5850 Eubank NE
237-7808
Thank You,
Francie
Albuquerque: Annual Wilkins Group Book Sale!
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General Chat-Viewable by Public > Annual Wilkins Group Book Sale!
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From: Shannon D.
Date: 2007-08-21 17:39:05
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=1505
Annual Wilkins Group Book Sale
Friday, August 24th 8:30 to 3:00
Saturday, August 25th 8:00 to 11:00
Or Phone Edie for an Appointment
Fantastic Discounted Prices
Materials Available in English K-12 and Spanish K-8
Library Books $3.00 to $10.00
Paperback Curriculum Materials
$.50 to $3.00
Big Books $10.00 to $15.00
2820 Espanola NE
888-3935
From the corner of Louisiana and Menaul (Coronado Center) proceed north on Louisiana two blocks to Claremont. Turn right or east on Claremont. At the stop sign which is Espanola turn left or north. 2820 is on the right hand side.
Attached is info about my annual book sale. I represent many publishers and sell into the school and library market in NM. At this time of year I find an over abundance of samples in predominantly non-fiction materials and not textbooks. I would like to create a win- win situation by selling materials at a discounted price for your use and freeing up some space in my very crowded garage. I hope you are able to take advantage of this opportunity. If you have questions, please feel free to call me.
Edie Wilkins
The Wilkins Group LLC
PO Box 11715
Albuquerque, NM 87192
505-888-3935
General Chat-Viewable by Public > Annual Wilkins Group Book Sale!
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From: Shannon D.
Date: 2007-08-21 17:39:05
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=1505
Annual Wilkins Group Book Sale
Friday, August 24th 8:30 to 3:00
Saturday, August 25th 8:00 to 11:00
Or Phone Edie for an Appointment
Fantastic Discounted Prices
Materials Available in English K-12 and Spanish K-8
Library Books $3.00 to $10.00
Paperback Curriculum Materials
$.50 to $3.00
Big Books $10.00 to $15.00
2820 Espanola NE
888-3935
From the corner of Louisiana and Menaul (Coronado Center) proceed north on Louisiana two blocks to Claremont. Turn right or east on Claremont. At the stop sign which is Espanola turn left or north. 2820 is on the right hand side.
Attached is info about my annual book sale. I represent many publishers and sell into the school and library market in NM. At this time of year I find an over abundance of samples in predominantly non-fiction materials and not textbooks. I would like to create a win- win situation by selling materials at a discounted price for your use and freeing up some space in my very crowded garage. I hope you are able to take advantage of this opportunity. If you have questions, please feel free to call me.
Edie Wilkins
The Wilkins Group LLC
PO Box 11715
Albuquerque, NM 87192
505-888-3935
New Mexico: 4 Exchange Students still in need of homes!
Tabbi, please pass this along. Thanks!
We're having lots of fun with our exchange student this year. She’s been with us since July 28th. So far we've met two other homeschool families who are also hosting students with the same exchange program. This year my children will get a chance to know our own student from Austria, a young lady from Spain, another young lady from Russia, and another from Bulgaria as well as students from many other countries.
All that is required of you is that you provide them with a place to sleep, food to eat, a place to wash their clothes and make sure they get to school. They can ride the public or school bus to and from school.
If you are interested in making a cultural experience part of your child's education, please contact me for more information on how you can host one of these students.
-Kari
princessmuhmah@comcast.net
Name: Kamu Kaspar
Country: SPAIN
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: Sept. 12, 1989
Place of Birth: Helsinki, Finland
Place of Citizenship: SPAIN
Father: Okko - Musical Instructor
Mother: Susanne - Veterinarian
Siblings: 3 sisters, 2 brothers
Religion: Lutheran
Participation: Little Interest
Attend with Family:Yes
Interests: computers golf movies music soccer
Comments: Kamu is social, outgoing, creative and well-mannered. He speaks Swedish with his mother since she comes from Sweden, he speaks Finnish with his father since he comes from Finland. Kamu lived in Denmark with his parents and sister and they now live in Spain. Kamu has traveled to 15 countries before he turned 1. Kamu is a great soccer player and would love to join a soccer team in his high school in the US. Kamu is a very unique and very educated person. He hopes to learn many new things in the New World.
Name: Linh Martina Kieu
Country: Germany
Gender: Female
Date of Birth: Jan. 8, 1991
Place of Birth: Hamburg, Germany
Place of Citizenship: Germany
Father: Cong - Toni (50) -- Technician
Mother: Tanja - Housewife
Siblings: 3 older sisters
Religion:
Participation: Inactive
Allergies: Animal, Nuts and Strawberries....medical allergies.
Attend with Family:Yes
Interests: movies music photography playing piano reading soccer table tennis theater
Comments: Linh is a very social girl once she gets to know the person. She has many interests, such as playing the piano, table tennis and soccer. She enjoy reading a good book or seeing a movie. She has been studying several languages (English French, German and Vietnamese). Her favorite subjects are Biology and English. She is very excited to come to the US and meet new people and friends.
Name: Phuong Hoang Le
Country: Vietnam
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: Sept. 25, 1990
Place of Birth: HO CHI MINH CITY
Place of Citizenship: Vietnam
Father: LE TUAN ANH (38) - business man
Mother: PHAM THI NGOC HOA (37)- business woman
Siblings: 9 year old brother
Religion:
Participation: Inactive
Attend with Family:Yes
Interests: movies school activities soccer travel watching tv
Comments: Phuong is a good student who is enthusiastic and eager to learn new things. He likes to take part in school activities and enjoys helping his classmates when they have difficulties with their school work. Phuong likes to know how things work and he enjoys taking computers apart and then putting them back together again. He also likes to get together with his friends and play basketball and soccer. Phuong is looking forward to his upcoming experience in the exchange program as he has dreamed of this for a long time. He feels that this will widen his knowledge of the world.
Name: Amadeo Santiago
Country: Spain
Gender: male
Date of Birth: Aug. 8, 1991
Place of Birth: Barcelona, SPAIN
Place of Citizenship: SPAIN
Father: Rafael - Psychologist
Mother: Gloria - Singing Teacher
Siblings: None
Religion: Catholic
Participation: Inactive
Attend with host family: Yes
Interests: basketball computers reading soccer swimming
Comments : Amadeo is a friendly and outgoing guy. He is responsible in whatever he does and is very glad to meet new and different people. He is certain that he will have many chances to do so during his year in the States. Amadeo plays piano and cannot wait to play for his host family. He is interested in doing sports in the US, he likes reading all kinds of books, especially adventure and science fiction. In his free time he spends time with his friends, online and in reality, reads books or travels.
We're having lots of fun with our exchange student this year. She’s been with us since July 28th. So far we've met two other homeschool families who are also hosting students with the same exchange program. This year my children will get a chance to know our own student from Austria, a young lady from Spain, another young lady from Russia, and another from Bulgaria as well as students from many other countries.
All that is required of you is that you provide them with a place to sleep, food to eat, a place to wash their clothes and make sure they get to school. They can ride the public or school bus to and from school.
If you are interested in making a cultural experience part of your child's education, please contact me for more information on how you can host one of these students.
-Kari
princessmuhmah@comcast.net
Name: Kamu Kaspar
Country: SPAIN
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: Sept. 12, 1989
Place of Birth: Helsinki, Finland
Place of Citizenship: SPAIN
Father: Okko - Musical Instructor
Mother: Susanne - Veterinarian
Siblings: 3 sisters, 2 brothers
Religion: Lutheran
Participation: Little Interest
Attend with Family:Yes
Interests: computers golf movies music soccer
Comments: Kamu is social, outgoing, creative and well-mannered. He speaks Swedish with his mother since she comes from Sweden, he speaks Finnish with his father since he comes from Finland. Kamu lived in Denmark with his parents and sister and they now live in Spain. Kamu has traveled to 15 countries before he turned 1. Kamu is a great soccer player and would love to join a soccer team in his high school in the US. Kamu is a very unique and very educated person. He hopes to learn many new things in the New World.
Name: Linh Martina Kieu
Country: Germany
Gender: Female
Date of Birth: Jan. 8, 1991
Place of Birth: Hamburg, Germany
Place of Citizenship: Germany
Father: Cong - Toni (50) -- Technician
Mother: Tanja - Housewife
Siblings: 3 older sisters
Religion:
Participation: Inactive
Allergies: Animal, Nuts and Strawberries....medical allergies.
Attend with Family:Yes
Interests: movies music photography playing piano reading soccer table tennis theater
Comments: Linh is a very social girl once she gets to know the person. She has many interests, such as playing the piano, table tennis and soccer. She enjoy reading a good book or seeing a movie. She has been studying several languages (English French, German and Vietnamese). Her favorite subjects are Biology and English. She is very excited to come to the US and meet new people and friends.
Name: Phuong Hoang Le
Country: Vietnam
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: Sept. 25, 1990
Place of Birth: HO CHI MINH CITY
Place of Citizenship: Vietnam
Father: LE TUAN ANH (38) - business man
Mother: PHAM THI NGOC HOA (37)- business woman
Siblings: 9 year old brother
Religion:
Participation: Inactive
Attend with Family:Yes
Interests: movies school activities soccer travel watching tv
Comments: Phuong is a good student who is enthusiastic and eager to learn new things. He likes to take part in school activities and enjoys helping his classmates when they have difficulties with their school work. Phuong likes to know how things work and he enjoys taking computers apart and then putting them back together again. He also likes to get together with his friends and play basketball and soccer. Phuong is looking forward to his upcoming experience in the exchange program as he has dreamed of this for a long time. He feels that this will widen his knowledge of the world.
Name: Amadeo Santiago
Country: Spain
Gender: male
Date of Birth: Aug. 8, 1991
Place of Birth: Barcelona, SPAIN
Place of Citizenship: SPAIN
Father: Rafael - Psychologist
Mother: Gloria - Singing Teacher
Siblings: None
Religion: Catholic
Participation: Inactive
Attend with host family: Yes
Interests: basketball computers reading soccer swimming
Comments : Amadeo is a friendly and outgoing guy. He is responsible in whatever he does and is very glad to meet new and different people. He is certain that he will have many chances to do so during his year in the States. Amadeo plays piano and cannot wait to play for his host family. He is interested in doing sports in the US, he likes reading all kinds of books, especially adventure and science fiction. In his free time he spends time with his friends, online and in reality, reads books or travels.
Los Ranchos: Meet Author Jon Scieszka at Bookworks-15 students max!
RSVP to Tabbi NMHomeschoolCommunityUpdates@gmail.com
They can provide pre-sale flyers if someone wants to purchase a signed book but can not be at the event. Also, he will sign any books your kids have by him (be reasonable please) they said he was a really nice guy-he has to be to create 'The Stinky Cheese Man' right?! LOL Anyway, there is no fee for the event and you do not have to purchase the book he is promoting BUT....See you there, Tabbi
Time 10:15AM, Friday, Sept 28
Jon Scieszka
Cowboy and Octopus
Cowboy and Octopus From the author/illustrator team of the Caldecott Award winning The Stinky Cheese Man comes a new story of an unlikely friendship.
Peanut butter and jelly. Frog and Toad. Cowboy and...Octopus? Meet the newest dynamic duo to be a part of kids' lives! Cowboy and Octopus are very different, but they become great friends anyway in this sweet and funny story!
They can provide pre-sale flyers if someone wants to purchase a signed book but can not be at the event. Also, he will sign any books your kids have by him (be reasonable please) they said he was a really nice guy-he has to be to create 'The Stinky Cheese Man' right?! LOL Anyway, there is no fee for the event and you do not have to purchase the book he is promoting BUT....See you there, Tabbi
Time 10:15AM, Friday, Sept 28
Jon Scieszka
Cowboy and Octopus
Cowboy and Octopus From the author/illustrator team of the Caldecott Award winning The Stinky Cheese Man comes a new story of an unlikely friendship.
Peanut butter and jelly. Frog and Toad. Cowboy and...Octopus? Meet the newest dynamic duo to be a part of kids' lives! Cowboy and Octopus are very different, but they become great friends anyway in this sweet and funny story!
Albuquerque:REMINDER!August Support Night-Language Learning Strategies for Children
Feel free to print and/or email out to distribute to our community. If you have any questions please email me! RSVP's required!--Tabitha
New Mexico Home School Community Support Night
Tuesday, August 28, 2007 6:30-8:30PM Adults Only!
Topic this month:
Language Learning Strategies for Children
Tim Keller, the president and founder of Progressive Language will discuss key elements of learning a second language including: What has & hasn't worked in language learning.
What is the best age to start and why. Understanding how children learn a second language.
A learning strategy that will lead to LONG TERM success. Appropriate goals based on age.
Motivation - THE key factor in language learning success. What to look for in language learning resources. Some resources that can help implement your strategy.
How to incorporate learning Spanish into your home. Questions and comments.
http://www.progressivelanguage.com/information.php?info_id=1
About Tim Keller:
He is the president and founder of Progressive Language Inc., a Albuquerque based company dedicated to increasing proficiency and fluency in language learners through multi-modal, and multi-contextual learning strategies. Working together with top linguists and teachers in the US, Progressive Language has created the "Blue Wolf & Friends" English as a Second Language program, and is developing the "Spanish Champs" Spanish as a Second Language program. Tim has 4 children - 4, 5, 7 and 9 years old that are all learning Spanish. Spanish Champs is a family-based language program for children 2-10 years old that is being used in New Mexico and is expanding throughout the US.
Next Month: Speaker will be Amy Udell of Sign2Speak www.Sign2Speak.com and this will begin our series on forms of education, including Classical, Eclectic, Waldorf, Montessori, Charlotte Mason and more!
Location: Title Wave Books
1408 Eubank NE in the Princess Jeanne Shopping Center at the corner of Eubank and Constitution http://www.titlewavebooks.com/ 505-294-9495
Shop that evening and get 15% off your purchases using cash, check, charge, excludes trade credit.
RSVP's Required: Tabitha Orr, 792-4110 or NMHomeschoolCommunityUpdates@gmail.com
Bring paper and pencils as there are always great websites, ideas and books floating around that you will just want to write down! Snacks and drinks are welcome but not required! Teachers welcome!
New Mexico Home School Community Support Night
Tuesday, August 28, 2007 6:30-8:30PM Adults Only!
Topic this month:
Language Learning Strategies for Children
Tim Keller, the president and founder of Progressive Language will discuss key elements of learning a second language including: What has & hasn't worked in language learning.
What is the best age to start and why. Understanding how children learn a second language.
A learning strategy that will lead to LONG TERM success. Appropriate goals based on age.
Motivation - THE key factor in language learning success. What to look for in language learning resources. Some resources that can help implement your strategy.
How to incorporate learning Spanish into your home. Questions and comments.
http://www.progressivelanguage.com/information.php?info_id=1
About Tim Keller:
He is the president and founder of Progressive Language Inc., a Albuquerque based company dedicated to increasing proficiency and fluency in language learners through multi-modal, and multi-contextual learning strategies. Working together with top linguists and teachers in the US, Progressive Language has created the "Blue Wolf & Friends" English as a Second Language program, and is developing the "Spanish Champs" Spanish as a Second Language program. Tim has 4 children - 4, 5, 7 and 9 years old that are all learning Spanish. Spanish Champs is a family-based language program for children 2-10 years old that is being used in New Mexico and is expanding throughout the US.
Next Month: Speaker will be Amy Udell of Sign2Speak www.Sign2Speak.com and this will begin our series on forms of education, including Classical, Eclectic, Waldorf, Montessori, Charlotte Mason and more!
Location: Title Wave Books
1408 Eubank NE in the Princess Jeanne Shopping Center at the corner of Eubank and Constitution http://www.titlewavebooks.com/ 505-294-9495
Shop that evening and get 15% off your purchases using cash, check, charge, excludes trade credit.
RSVP's Required: Tabitha Orr, 792-4110 or NMHomeschoolCommunityUpdates@gmail.com
Bring paper and pencils as there are always great websites, ideas and books floating around that you will just want to write down! Snacks and drinks are welcome but not required! Teachers welcome!
Albuquerque/Rio Rancho: Chemistry & Physics Classes
Below is a condensed schedule of the classes. I just added Level 1 Chemistry on Wed. as a possibility if there were perchance interested families., I have one mom with two, but that is not enough to have a class with.
Thanks again for all of your help. Karen
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The Fall classes:
Pre-Level Chemistry for grades K- 3rd - Thurs. mornings from 11:05-12:15 am, beginning Thurs. Sept. 6th- ending, Thurs. Nov. 15th
Level 1 Chemistry for grades 4th- 6th- Thurs. mornings from 8:55- 11:00 am, beginning Thurs. Sept. 6th – ending, Thurs. Nov. 15th
****Tentative: Level 1 Chemistry for grades 4th- 6th- Wed. afternoon from 12:00-2:00pm beginning, Wed. Sept. 5th – ending, Wed. Nov. 14th
Level 11 Chemistry for grades 7th-9th - Tues. mornings from 9:30- noon, beginning, Tues. Sept. 4th – ending, Thurs. Nov. 29, this is a 13 week class.
Cost ranges from $133-$200 depending on the particular class and the number of students that enroll in it. Supplies vary from class to class, but will include a binder/folder, Real Science-4-Kids hardcover book, student lab notebook, study folder and all items needed for 11 hands on experiments performed each week.
A four month payment plan is available and there is a discount for multi siblings.
Thank you for your interest. Please let me know if you want further information.
A registration form is available via email or through the mail.
Thank you again!
Karen kids_ibd@msn.com 710-6408
Thanks again for all of your help. Karen
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The Fall classes:
Pre-Level Chemistry for grades K- 3rd - Thurs. mornings from 11:05-12:15 am, beginning Thurs. Sept. 6th- ending, Thurs. Nov. 15th
Level 1 Chemistry for grades 4th- 6th- Thurs. mornings from 8:55- 11:00 am, beginning Thurs. Sept. 6th – ending, Thurs. Nov. 15th
****Tentative: Level 1 Chemistry for grades 4th- 6th- Wed. afternoon from 12:00-2:00pm beginning, Wed. Sept. 5th – ending, Wed. Nov. 14th
Level 11 Chemistry for grades 7th-9th - Tues. mornings from 9:30- noon, beginning, Tues. Sept. 4th – ending, Thurs. Nov. 29, this is a 13 week class.
Cost ranges from $133-$200 depending on the particular class and the number of students that enroll in it. Supplies vary from class to class, but will include a binder/folder, Real Science-4-Kids hardcover book, student lab notebook, study folder and all items needed for 11 hands on experiments performed each week.
A four month payment plan is available and there is a discount for multi siblings.
Thank you for your interest. Please let me know if you want further information.
A registration form is available via email or through the mail.
Thank you again!
Karen kids_ibd@msn.com 710-6408
Albuqueruque: The Box _Acting Classes for homeschoolers
Hi Tabitha,
Thank you very much for inviting us to your fair. We meet lots of nice people. We would like to be in any future fairs you have. If we get a class together maybe we could perform at the next one. I've included information about our upcoming classes, I have also attached the info in a pdf file. Thank you for help us spread the word.
Doug
Level 1 Introduction to Improv
Dip your toe into the joyous pool that is improv! This is the perfect place for absolute beginners to get acquainted with the art of short form improvisation. Every week you'll play in a safe and positive class environment, through group exercises and scenework. This Class will help kids become less self conscious/shy and better listeners. Explore improv theater in a relaxed and supportive environment. Play and have fun while exploring creativity. Have tons of fun interacting with other kids interested in improv and acting. Learn skills useful for life like think on your feet and public speaking.
Class limited to 12 students. Instructor: Alex Knight
This is an 8 week course
Cost: $80.00
Mondays Aug. 27 - Oct. 22
No class on Sept 3
Ages 7-11 - 9:30 - 10:30
Ages 11 and older - 11:00 - 12:00
Level 1 Introduction to Acting
Learn the basics of theatre acting in a small, relaxed class. This class will include relaxation techniques, warmups, theatre games, and basic scenework. The games and exercises used in the class will help performers develop their acting tools such as expression, believablilty and focus while learning the basics of building characters and telling stories. Out of class work will be required. The class will culminate with a performance. Instructor: Kristin Berg
Class limited to 12 students
This is an 8 week course
Cost: $80.00
Fridays Sept. 14 - Nov. 2
Ages 7-11 9:30 - 10:30
Ages 11 + 11:00 - 12:00
INSTRUCTORS
Alex Knight is a graduate of the University of New Mexico where he received his B.F.A. in Theatre . He taught Saturday drama camp at UNM as well as well improv at The Albuquerque Little Theatre. He is currently a member of The One Night Stanleys and is a member of Tricklock company.
Kristin K. Berg is a graduate of Eastern New Mexico University where she received her B.F.A. in University Theatre Studies. She has being doing youth and children's theatre in Albuquerque since graduation. Recently, she worked on "Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr." and "Alice in Wonderland" as assistant director. Past productions include: "Stuart Little," "There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom," and "Welcome to the Moon and Other Plays," which she directed and produced with students at the Public Academy for Performing Arts. Most recently she played Ms. Darbus in "Disney's High School Musical" and directed David Mamet's "The Frog Prince."
Thank you very much for inviting us to your fair. We meet lots of nice people. We would like to be in any future fairs you have. If we get a class together maybe we could perform at the next one. I've included information about our upcoming classes, I have also attached the info in a pdf file. Thank you for help us spread the word.
Doug
Level 1 Introduction to Improv
Dip your toe into the joyous pool that is improv! This is the perfect place for absolute beginners to get acquainted with the art of short form improvisation. Every week you'll play in a safe and positive class environment, through group exercises and scenework. This Class will help kids become less self conscious/shy and better listeners. Explore improv theater in a relaxed and supportive environment. Play and have fun while exploring creativity. Have tons of fun interacting with other kids interested in improv and acting. Learn skills useful for life like think on your feet and public speaking.
Class limited to 12 students. Instructor: Alex Knight
This is an 8 week course
Cost: $80.00
Mondays Aug. 27 - Oct. 22
No class on Sept 3
Ages 7-11 - 9:30 - 10:30
Ages 11 and older - 11:00 - 12:00
Level 1 Introduction to Acting
Learn the basics of theatre acting in a small, relaxed class. This class will include relaxation techniques, warmups, theatre games, and basic scenework. The games and exercises used in the class will help performers develop their acting tools such as expression, believablilty and focus while learning the basics of building characters and telling stories. Out of class work will be required. The class will culminate with a performance. Instructor: Kristin Berg
Class limited to 12 students
This is an 8 week course
Cost: $80.00
Fridays Sept. 14 - Nov. 2
Ages 7-11 9:30 - 10:30
Ages 11 + 11:00 - 12:00
INSTRUCTORS
Alex Knight is a graduate of the University of New Mexico where he received his B.F.A. in Theatre . He taught Saturday drama camp at UNM as well as well improv at The Albuquerque Little Theatre. He is currently a member of The One Night Stanleys and is a member of Tricklock company.
Kristin K. Berg is a graduate of Eastern New Mexico University where she received her B.F.A. in University Theatre Studies. She has being doing youth and children's theatre in Albuquerque since graduation. Recently, she worked on "Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr." and "Alice in Wonderland" as assistant director. Past productions include: "Stuart Little," "There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom," and "Welcome to the Moon and Other Plays," which she directed and produced with students at the Public Academy for Performing Arts. Most recently she played Ms. Darbus in "Disney's High School Musical" and directed David Mamet's "The Frog Prince."
Los Alamos:Cub Scout Registration
Pack 20 will be registering new cub scout members on Wednesday August 29 and Thursday August 30th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Chamisa Elementary School. This is during the Chamisa Elementary School open house so the best time for you to show up would be from 6:30 - 7:30 while Chamisa parents are visiting with teachers. The registration fee is $25 ($10 goes to the boy scout council and $15 goes to Pack 20) and $12 dollars for the Boys Life magazine subscription.
Albuquerque: Art Class-The Art of 7 Different Continents
A traditional global art experience
Join us as we celebrate the arts of 7 different continents!
We will study folk arts and touch on contemporary arts!
We will enjoy cultural music and snacks!
Great effort will be taken to make each project as authentic as possible!
Demonstrations will be given by local artists!
Each semester will end with an art expo!
In which children can proudly display their works!
Classes are for K – 8
th
- Preschool age 3-4 years welcome if attending with an older sibling.
Childcare for younger children TBA.
Children will be admitted to this class with the understanding that a parent or guardian is to stay with them and
participate with them through the entire session. Seats will be assigned on first come first serve basis
Registration will be held: August 30, 2007 8:30am-11:30pm at New Covenant Church
7201 Paseo Del Norte NE
Registration deadline: Sept 3,2007.
Cost: $50 per semester due at registration
Students will be responsible for bringing some of their own art supplies.
Meetings will be weekly on Thursdays at 8:30am
Contact Katie 407-4299
seudo@cableone.ne
Join us as we celebrate the arts of 7 different continents!
We will study folk arts and touch on contemporary arts!
We will enjoy cultural music and snacks!
Great effort will be taken to make each project as authentic as possible!
Demonstrations will be given by local artists!
Each semester will end with an art expo!
In which children can proudly display their works!
Classes are for K – 8
th
- Preschool age 3-4 years welcome if attending with an older sibling.
Childcare for younger children TBA.
Children will be admitted to this class with the understanding that a parent or guardian is to stay with them and
participate with them through the entire session. Seats will be assigned on first come first serve basis
Registration will be held: August 30, 2007 8:30am-11:30pm at New Covenant Church
7201 Paseo Del Norte NE
Registration deadline: Sept 3,2007.
Cost: $50 per semester due at registration
Students will be responsible for bringing some of their own art supplies.
Meetings will be weekly on Thursdays at 8:30am
Contact Katie 407-4299
seudo@cableone.ne
Albuquerque Area: Looking for a girls homeschool volleyball team
""Anyone have any information about a girls volleyball team for ages mid to high age? My daughter is 14 years old and I just started homeschooling her this year. She is very interested in volleyball because she played for (name removed) School last year and would like to continue playing.""
Please email me at the email below or reply to this email and I will forward it on to the interested mom!--Tabbi
Please email me at the email below or reply to this email and I will forward it on to the interested mom!--Tabbi
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Final Weekend of Puss in Boots & News from The Box
FINAL WEEKEND FOR PUSS IN BOOTS!!!
You don't want to miss this show!
Fridays at 7:00 pm Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00pm
Tickets are $8.00
In the classic fairy tale “Puss in Boots,” the youngest son of a recently dead miller inherits nothing but the granary cat. In this revised version set in the 1980s, the division of property after a grocer's death leaves his youngest child with nothing but his father’s pet cat. The son contemplates sending the animal to the pound, but the cat bargains with him, promising him riches in return for a hat and a pair of boots. Though dubious, the punk-rocking son goes along with him and provides the items.
GET YOUR ACTS IN FOR THE
DUKE CITY IMPROV FESTIVAL!!!
The 1st Annual Duke City Improv Festival begins on Friday September 21st and will close Sunday September 30th. All improv troupes interesting in securing a slot for the festival need to send us an e-mail with 1st and 2nd choice performance nights by this Thursday the 23rd.
AUDITIONS AUDITIONS AUDITIONS
An Evening of Struggle
Directed by Ryan Jason Cook
August 25th (4 pm to 6 pm) with call backs on August 26th (3:30 pm to 5:30 pm)
Actors Needed:
5-6 Males and 3-4 Females 20s-30s for short, locally-written new work!
Also looking for a Stage Manager, an Assistant Stage Manager, and an Assistant Director.
Please e-mail ryban12@comcast.net for more information or to schedule an audition time.
Mimi and the Ghosts & The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Directed by Doug Montoya
Monday, August 27th - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Casting Adults and children for this production. All actors will be playing two roles as they are in both shows. Call 404-1578 or email info@theboxabq.com to schedule an audition time. Or just show.
Disney's The Aristocats
Directed by Doug Montoya & Kristin Berg
Monday, September 17th - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Casting boys and girls 8-15 years for 13 principal roles. Madame’s jealous butler Edgar cat-naps Duchess and her Aristokittens and abandons them in the Parisian countryside. What’s a cat to do? Luckily, Thomas O’Malley and his rag-tag bunch of Alley Cats come to their rescue! This feline adventure is sure to get your audiences tapping their feet to its hep, jazzy beat, which includes the Disney favorites “The Aristocats,” “Scales and Arpeggios” and “Ev’rybody Wants to Be a Cat.” Call 404-1578 or email info@theboxabq.com to schedule an audition time. Or just show.
LAST, BUT CERTAINLY NOT LEAST,
BIG BOOTY IMPROV NIGHT!
This Thursday 23rd 7:00 pm - ???
Big Booty Improv Night is open, FREE, improv. Focusing on short form games, this night is for the well seasoned improviser as well as the newbie. No experience necessary. Come for the laughs, come for the fun, and meet some new friends!
THE BOX PERFORMANCE SPACE
1025 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505.404.1578
You don't want to miss this show!
Fridays at 7:00 pm Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00pm
Tickets are $8.00
In the classic fairy tale “Puss in Boots,” the youngest son of a recently dead miller inherits nothing but the granary cat. In this revised version set in the 1980s, the division of property after a grocer's death leaves his youngest child with nothing but his father’s pet cat. The son contemplates sending the animal to the pound, but the cat bargains with him, promising him riches in return for a hat and a pair of boots. Though dubious, the punk-rocking son goes along with him and provides the items.
GET YOUR ACTS IN FOR THE
DUKE CITY IMPROV FESTIVAL!!!
The 1st Annual Duke City Improv Festival begins on Friday September 21st and will close Sunday September 30th. All improv troupes interesting in securing a slot for the festival need to send us an e-mail with 1st and 2nd choice performance nights by this Thursday the 23rd.
AUDITIONS AUDITIONS AUDITIONS
An Evening of Struggle
Directed by Ryan Jason Cook
August 25th (4 pm to 6 pm) with call backs on August 26th (3:30 pm to 5:30 pm)
Actors Needed:
5-6 Males and 3-4 Females 20s-30s for short, locally-written new work!
Also looking for a Stage Manager, an Assistant Stage Manager, and an Assistant Director.
Please e-mail ryban12@comcast.net for more information or to schedule an audition time.
Mimi and the Ghosts & The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Directed by Doug Montoya
Monday, August 27th - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Casting Adults and children for this production. All actors will be playing two roles as they are in both shows. Call 404-1578 or email info@theboxabq.com to schedule an audition time. Or just show.
Disney's The Aristocats
Directed by Doug Montoya & Kristin Berg
Monday, September 17th - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Casting boys and girls 8-15 years for 13 principal roles. Madame’s jealous butler Edgar cat-naps Duchess and her Aristokittens and abandons them in the Parisian countryside. What’s a cat to do? Luckily, Thomas O’Malley and his rag-tag bunch of Alley Cats come to their rescue! This feline adventure is sure to get your audiences tapping their feet to its hep, jazzy beat, which includes the Disney favorites “The Aristocats,” “Scales and Arpeggios” and “Ev’rybody Wants to Be a Cat.” Call 404-1578 or email info@theboxabq.com to schedule an audition time. Or just show.
LAST, BUT CERTAINLY NOT LEAST,
BIG BOOTY IMPROV NIGHT!
This Thursday 23rd 7:00 pm - ???
Big Booty Improv Night is open, FREE, improv. Focusing on short form games, this night is for the well seasoned improviser as well as the newbie. No experience necessary. Come for the laughs, come for the fun, and meet some new friends!
THE BOX PERFORMANCE SPACE
1025 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505.404.1578
Albuquerque: School Days at the State Fair
SCHOOL DAYS
AT THE
2007 STATE FAIR
WHATS
HAPPENING
TODAY AT THE
STATE FAIR
INFORMATION
GUIDE
INCLUDED INSIDE
A MAP OF THE FAIR GROUNDS
DAILY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND VENUES
WHERE TO PARK
WHERE TO ENTER THE FAIR
CITY BUS INFORMATION
Parking Permit
ATTENTION SCHOOL DAYS PARTICIPANTS!
PLEASE FILL OUT THE QUESTIONS BELOW THAT ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN RED
THE INFORMATION WILL HELP US TO ENSURE YOU ARE NOT CHARGED FOR PARKING AND WILL HELP US TO EXPIDITE YOUR ENTRANCE TO THE FAIR
* Teachers Name ________________________________
* Name of School ________________________________
* Date of visit ________________________________
* Estimated time of arrival ________________________________
* Number of Chaperones ________________________________
* Type of vehicle ________________________________
* Number of vehicles ________________________________
Type of vehicles means car, van or school bus and number
Just fill it out and e-mail it to us at: schoolday@exponm.com or schooldays@state.nm.us.
You may also fax it to us at (505) 266-7784 or;
Mail it to us at P.O. Box 8546
Attention School Days:
Albuquerque, NM 87198
If you have already sent us the information such as time and date and type and number of vehicles please ignore those questions.
Remember if we don’t have the date you are planning to come you will have to pay for parking, so it is imperative you get this information back to us in a timely manner. If you have any questions please call us at (505) 907-2313.
The School Days Entrance Gate Opens
At 8:30AM and Closes at 5:30 PM
To enter the Fair Grounds for School Days you must either enter at Gate 9 on Louisiana near Central or through Gate 1 on Central.
No buses will be allowed to enter the Fair Grounds through Gate 1
Only right turns are permitted onto the Fair Grounds from traffic lanes
Upon entering through either gate all buses will proceed to the School Days processing station near the red entrance gates. Once unloaded the buses will proceed to the bus-parking area on the south side of the parking lot.
Parking is free for all School Days Participants as long as they are in a school bus, or in any vehicle with a School Days parking permit. You will find such a permit within this packet, please make only the number of copies of the permit needed for the number of vehicles you indicated that your group would be coming to the Fair in.
Each day a list of School Day participants who are planning to attend the Fair that day will be given to the parking attendants at each gates. If you’re group is not on the list for that day, then you will have to pay for parking. This is the main reason for informing our office of the exact day, number of and type of vehicles you plan to come in.
Admission is free to all School Days students, teachers and escorts, but you must process into the Fair at the School Days entrance near the red gates.
Only those School Days participants who ambulatory and have been pre-approved will be permitted to enter the grounds at another entrance.
Since many public, private and charter school classes have time restraints on their visit to the Fair due to the scheduling of school buses, we are permitting a second School Days visit for classes from public, private and schools. This does not apply to Home Schools who do not have the same time restraints and can spend the entire day and evening at the Fair.
If you are bringing your class on a City Bus or on the Rapid Ride the costs are $1.00 for adults and 35 cents for students. Both the 66 Bus and the Rapid Ride stop on Central directly in front of Gate 1. The Louisiana Bus stops at the corner of Louisiana and Central next to gate 9. The San Pedro Bus runs until 9AM and after 3:00PM. If you’re taking the Lomas Bus, remember the School Days entrance is on the other side of the Fair Ground, a very long walk from anywhere on Lomas. Attached is a copy of the Bus Schedule for your route as well as any transfer routes you need to take.
Just For the Kids
Every Day at the 2007 New Mexico State Fair
Spectaculars
Every Day at the 2007 New Mexico State Fair
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Friday September 7th
Opening Day
9:00 AM State Fair Opening Ceremony Tingley Coliseum
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Monday September 10th
Pathway to Colleges and Careers Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Tuesday September 11th
Firefighters Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Wednesday September 12th
Beef Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Thursday September 13th
Law Enforcement Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Friday September 14th
Science & Technology Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Monday September 17th
Senior Citizens Day
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Tuesday September 18th
Smokey Bear Day
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Thursday September 20th
Armed Forces & Veterans Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Friday September 21st
Environmental Appreciation Day & Women’s Day
AT THE
2007 STATE FAIR
WHATS
HAPPENING
TODAY AT THE
STATE FAIR
INFORMATION
GUIDE
INCLUDED INSIDE
A MAP OF THE FAIR GROUNDS
DAILY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND VENUES
WHERE TO PARK
WHERE TO ENTER THE FAIR
CITY BUS INFORMATION
Parking Permit
ATTENTION SCHOOL DAYS PARTICIPANTS!
PLEASE FILL OUT THE QUESTIONS BELOW THAT ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN RED
THE INFORMATION WILL HELP US TO ENSURE YOU ARE NOT CHARGED FOR PARKING AND WILL HELP US TO EXPIDITE YOUR ENTRANCE TO THE FAIR
* Teachers Name ________________________________
* Name of School ________________________________
* Date of visit ________________________________
* Estimated time of arrival ________________________________
* Number of Chaperones ________________________________
* Type of vehicle ________________________________
* Number of vehicles ________________________________
Type of vehicles means car, van or school bus and number
Just fill it out and e-mail it to us at: schoolday@exponm.com or schooldays@state.nm.us.
You may also fax it to us at (505) 266-7784 or;
Mail it to us at P.O. Box 8546
Attention School Days:
Albuquerque, NM 87198
If you have already sent us the information such as time and date and type and number of vehicles please ignore those questions.
Remember if we don’t have the date you are planning to come you will have to pay for parking, so it is imperative you get this information back to us in a timely manner. If you have any questions please call us at (505) 907-2313.
The School Days Entrance Gate Opens
At 8:30AM and Closes at 5:30 PM
To enter the Fair Grounds for School Days you must either enter at Gate 9 on Louisiana near Central or through Gate 1 on Central.
No buses will be allowed to enter the Fair Grounds through Gate 1
Only right turns are permitted onto the Fair Grounds from traffic lanes
Upon entering through either gate all buses will proceed to the School Days processing station near the red entrance gates. Once unloaded the buses will proceed to the bus-parking area on the south side of the parking lot.
Parking is free for all School Days Participants as long as they are in a school bus, or in any vehicle with a School Days parking permit. You will find such a permit within this packet, please make only the number of copies of the permit needed for the number of vehicles you indicated that your group would be coming to the Fair in.
Each day a list of School Day participants who are planning to attend the Fair that day will be given to the parking attendants at each gates. If you’re group is not on the list for that day, then you will have to pay for parking. This is the main reason for informing our office of the exact day, number of and type of vehicles you plan to come in.
Admission is free to all School Days students, teachers and escorts, but you must process into the Fair at the School Days entrance near the red gates.
Only those School Days participants who ambulatory and have been pre-approved will be permitted to enter the grounds at another entrance.
Since many public, private and charter school classes have time restraints on their visit to the Fair due to the scheduling of school buses, we are permitting a second School Days visit for classes from public, private and schools. This does not apply to Home Schools who do not have the same time restraints and can spend the entire day and evening at the Fair.
If you are bringing your class on a City Bus or on the Rapid Ride the costs are $1.00 for adults and 35 cents for students. Both the 66 Bus and the Rapid Ride stop on Central directly in front of Gate 1. The Louisiana Bus stops at the corner of Louisiana and Central next to gate 9. The San Pedro Bus runs until 9AM and after 3:00PM. If you’re taking the Lomas Bus, remember the School Days entrance is on the other side of the Fair Ground, a very long walk from anywhere on Lomas. Attached is a copy of the Bus Schedule for your route as well as any transfer routes you need to take.
Just For the Kids
Every Day at the 2007 New Mexico State Fair
Spectaculars
Every Day at the 2007 New Mexico State Fair
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Friday September 7th
Opening Day
9:00 AM State Fair Opening Ceremony Tingley Coliseum
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Monday September 10th
Pathway to Colleges and Careers Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Tuesday September 11th
Firefighters Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Wednesday September 12th
Beef Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Thursday September 13th
Law Enforcement Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Friday September 14th
Science & Technology Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Monday September 17th
Senior Citizens Day
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Tuesday September 18th
Smokey Bear Day
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Thursday September 20th
Armed Forces & Veterans Day
Have a Great Day at the Fair Today
What’s Happening Today at the State Fair
Friday September 21st
Environmental Appreciation Day & Women’s Day
Los Alamos: Physics Class
Joe Wermer and Rendell Carver will co-teach high school physics for home schooled students. The class will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays 11:30 – 1:00 beginning August 27 in the Recreation and Outreach Center at First Baptist Church of Los Alamos. The last half hour of each class will be used to complete lab calculations or reports. The text will be “Exploring Creation with Physics”, 2nd Edition by Dr. Jay L. Wile, Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. There will not be a fee for the course although students may need to buy some lab supplies.
Seating will be limited to 12-15 students. Please contact either Joe at jmwermer@integrity.com or Rendell at carver@fbclosalamos.org to reserve a set.
Seating will be limited to 12-15 students. Please contact either Joe at jmwermer@integrity.com or Rendell at carver@fbclosalamos.org to reserve a set.
Los Alamos: CareerResCtr at LAHS Update
TEST DATES and DEADLINES
Next ACT: October 27 at LAHS, regular deadline 9/21 http://www.actstudent.org
Next SAT: October 6 in SF, regular deadline 9/10 http://www.collegeboard.com
PSAT: October 17, No school (senior conferences only).
Test open to sophomores and juniors, further information distributed through English classes.
College Reps on Campus
Notre Dame – Tuesday, September 4, 8:30
Wash U. St. Louis – Monday, October 15, 10:00
*Bucknell – Tuesday, October 16, 9:00
Mt. Holyoke – Tuesday, October 16, 12:00
*Seattle U – Thursday, October 18, 1:00
Carnegie-Mellon – Wednesday, October 17, 9:30 (Sr. Conf. Day)
*Claremont McKenna – Wednesday, November 14, 11:00
*Added since last posting
Recent Information from Colleges
Colorado State has announced that they are now a Common Application school (http://www.commonapp.org), which may be the best option for students who are applying to other common app schools, otherwise students should use their regular institutional application online. CSU is implementing new admissions standards beginning with the class of 2008, though they emphasize that, at this point, they are standards, not absolute requirements, and applications will continue to receive a holistic review. Candidates are now encouraged to have at least a 3.25 GPA, four years of math, including one year beyond Algebra 2, and at least two years of a foreign language.
Employment
Childcare Workers for “Y”
The Los Alamos Family YMCA is looking for fun and creative childcare workers to serve as assistant site directors and after-school counselors. Benefits include a competitive salary, paid training, and a free YMCA membership. Must be at least 18 years old. Please contact Katie McClarren at 662-3100, or pick up an application at the YMCA.
Lifeguards and Instructors
LA County is hiring casual and temporary lifeguards and instructors. Students must be at least 16 years of age, have appropriate lifeguard certification, current First Aid and CPR training and, for the instructor position, must also have WSI certification. Casual guard position closes on 8/21, the others on 10/04. Information in Career Center or through LAC.
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Edwina Lieb
Advisement/Career Center
Los Alamos High School
1300 Diamond Drive
Los Alamos, NM 87544
505.663.2595 (ph) 505.662.6846 (fax)
Next ACT: October 27 at LAHS, regular deadline 9/21 http://www.actstudent.org
Next SAT: October 6 in SF, regular deadline 9/10 http://www.collegeboard.com
PSAT: October 17, No school (senior conferences only).
Test open to sophomores and juniors, further information distributed through English classes.
College Reps on Campus
Notre Dame – Tuesday, September 4, 8:30
Wash U. St. Louis – Monday, October 15, 10:00
*Bucknell – Tuesday, October 16, 9:00
Mt. Holyoke – Tuesday, October 16, 12:00
*Seattle U – Thursday, October 18, 1:00
Carnegie-Mellon – Wednesday, October 17, 9:30 (Sr. Conf. Day)
*Claremont McKenna – Wednesday, November 14, 11:00
*Added since last posting
Recent Information from Colleges
Colorado State has announced that they are now a Common Application school (http://www.commonapp.org), which may be the best option for students who are applying to other common app schools, otherwise students should use their regular institutional application online. CSU is implementing new admissions standards beginning with the class of 2008, though they emphasize that, at this point, they are standards, not absolute requirements, and applications will continue to receive a holistic review. Candidates are now encouraged to have at least a 3.25 GPA, four years of math, including one year beyond Algebra 2, and at least two years of a foreign language.
Employment
Childcare Workers for “Y”
The Los Alamos Family YMCA is looking for fun and creative childcare workers to serve as assistant site directors and after-school counselors. Benefits include a competitive salary, paid training, and a free YMCA membership. Must be at least 18 years old. Please contact Katie McClarren at 662-3100, or pick up an application at the YMCA.
Lifeguards and Instructors
LA County is hiring casual and temporary lifeguards and instructors. Students must be at least 16 years of age, have appropriate lifeguard certification, current First Aid and CPR training and, for the instructor position, must also have WSI certification. Casual guard position closes on 8/21, the others on 10/04. Information in Career Center or through LAC.
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Edwina Lieb
Advisement/Career Center
Los Alamos High School
1300 Diamond Drive
Los Alamos, NM 87544
505.663.2595 (ph) 505.662.6846 (fax)
CO: Core Knowledge Preschool in Colorado Springs-Teacher Training
CORE KNOWLEDGE PRESCHOOL INSTITUTES
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
Core Knowledge Preschool is coming to Colorado Springs! Choose one of our two preschool teacher trainings being offered at the Crowne Plaza Colorado Springs on November 8-9, 2007. For hotel and travel information, please visit the Travel and Lodging section of our website.
Join Core Knowledge in the heart of the Rockies while participating in the nation's finest early childhood teacher training!
November 8-9, 2007
Getting Started
Discover the unique features of a Core Knowledge preschool in this foundation course for all preschool professional development. You'll become thoroughly familiar with the Preschool Sequence and how its best practices are supported by current research in early childhood education. Alignment with the K-8 Sequence will be discussed.
Hours: 8:00am-3:30pm
Cost: $245/participant
Register Here
November 8-9, 2007
Assessment and Planning to Address Children's Learning Needs
Learn assessment techniques to evaluate the goals and objectives of the Preschool Sequence, including direct observation, portfolio collection, and activity probes. The Core Knowledge Preschool Assessment Tool (CK-PAT) software and the use of assessment data
will be discussed.
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Cost: $245/participant
Register Here
Contact Information
Julian Molitz
Early Childhood Coordinator
(434) 220-3352
"Children who attend well-planned, high-quality early childhood programs in which curriculum aims are specified and integrated across domains tend to learn more and are better prepared to master the complex demands of formal schooling..."
"Young children who are living in circumstances that place them at greater risk of school failure... are much more likely to succeed in school if they attend well-planned, high-quality early childhood programs."
- from Eager to Learn(2001), National Research Council, Washington, D.C.
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Core Knowledge Foundation | 801 E. High Street | Charlottesville | VA | 22902
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
Core Knowledge Preschool is coming to Colorado Springs! Choose one of our two preschool teacher trainings being offered at the Crowne Plaza Colorado Springs on November 8-9, 2007. For hotel and travel information, please visit the Travel and Lodging section of our website.
Join Core Knowledge in the heart of the Rockies while participating in the nation's finest early childhood teacher training!
November 8-9, 2007
Getting Started
Discover the unique features of a Core Knowledge preschool in this foundation course for all preschool professional development. You'll become thoroughly familiar with the Preschool Sequence and how its best practices are supported by current research in early childhood education. Alignment with the K-8 Sequence will be discussed.
Hours: 8:00am-3:30pm
Cost: $245/participant
Register Here
November 8-9, 2007
Assessment and Planning to Address Children's Learning Needs
Learn assessment techniques to evaluate the goals and objectives of the Preschool Sequence, including direct observation, portfolio collection, and activity probes. The Core Knowledge Preschool Assessment Tool (CK-PAT) software and the use of assessment data
will be discussed.
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Cost: $245/participant
Register Here
Contact Information
Julian Molitz
Early Childhood Coordinator
(434) 220-3352
"Children who attend well-planned, high-quality early childhood programs in which curriculum aims are specified and integrated across domains tend to learn more and are better prepared to master the complex demands of formal schooling..."
"Young children who are living in circumstances that place them at greater risk of school failure... are much more likely to succeed in school if they attend well-planned, high-quality early childhood programs."
- from Eager to Learn(2001), National Research Council, Washington, D.C.
Forward email
Core Knowledge Foundation | 801 E. High Street | Charlottesville | VA | 22902
Albuqueruque: UNM Art Musueum, Art postcards and Homeschool Art Class
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General Homeschool Discussion-Viewable by Public > Art postcards and Homeschool Class
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From: Shannon D.
Date: 2007-08-18 13:50:40
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=1501
Contact Sara Otto-Diniz for postcards with great pictures of art on the front to use with your art curriculum! Free! She has boxes of art diplayed on postcards that would be great to use with any art lesson.
Home School Art Class for Fall 2007
Who: Students from 2nd-6th grade limited to 20 students
What: Four-class series on art for home school students
When: 10-11:30am First Friday (September 7, October 5, November 2 and December 7)
Where: University of New Mexico Art museum, Center for the Arts(near Popejoy Hall)
Why: to better serve the home school comunnity of students iwth the rich resources of the museum.
How: Register today or by email to Sara Otto-Diniz, Museum Educator at sodiniz@unm.edu
General Homeschool Discussion-Viewable by Public > Art postcards and Homeschool Class
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From: Shannon D.
Date: 2007-08-18 13:50:40
Reply: http://www.abqhomelearners.org/reply.php?topic_id=1501
Contact Sara Otto-Diniz for postcards with great pictures of art on the front to use with your art curriculum! Free! She has boxes of art diplayed on postcards that would be great to use with any art lesson.
Home School Art Class for Fall 2007
Who: Students from 2nd-6th grade limited to 20 students
What: Four-class series on art for home school students
When: 10-11:30am First Friday (September 7, October 5, November 2 and December 7)
Where: University of New Mexico Art museum, Center for the Arts(near Popejoy Hall)
Why: to better serve the home school comunnity of students iwth the rich resources of the museum.
How: Register today or by email to Sara Otto-Diniz, Museum Educator at sodiniz@unm.edu
Albuquerque: Reminder! Barnaby Bear's Star Gazer Party/ Aug. 25th
BARNABY BEAR'S STAR GAZER PARTY:
Date: August 25, 2007
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm (followed by star gazing at dark!)
Price: FREE! Please bring a children's book to donate for ABQ Ride's Discover A Book Program! (Receive a Hinkle Family Fun Center Coupon for all book donations.)
Location: Paradise Hills Park, 5901 Paradise Hills Blvd. NW, West Side Albuquerque
For More Information: Call 505-553-5138 or e-mail hcsnm@yahoo.com
Join HCS Creative Endeavor's for a free educational community event! Barnaby Bear's Star Gazer Party will be held Aug. 25th at the Paradise Hills Park! Join us for star gazing, and educational activities. Barnaby Bear, our big lovable literacy bear, will be the "star" of the evening. He will teach kids about the night sky, read a story, and sign autographs, while spreading the word that "Readers Are Leaders!" There will also be Barnaby Bear photograph sessions during the event!
Many organizations are coming together to provide hands-on fun for families. Activities will be provided by Radio Disney, Rio Grande Astronomical Society, ABQ Rocket Society, Intelligent By Design, Miss New Mexico, Hinkle Family Fun Center, Albuquerque/Bernadillo Library, ABQ Ride, MOMs Club of Ventana Ranch Central, Albuquerque Home Learners. Join the Boy Scouts at their "Camp Adventure" booth. The Girl Scouts will also be at the event to teach kids how to make silly putty as part of their "Girl Scientist" booth! Enjoy ice cream by the Cruisin Cow! The City of ABQ Parks and Recreation will provide a climbing wall and World Balloon Promotions will be at the event with a HOT AIR balloon! An inflatable planetarium will also be available for indoor star gazing at the Paradise Hills Community Center! Barnaby Bear will look forward to seeing you there!
THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING EVENT SPONSORS & CONTRIBUTORS: Radio Disney, The Observer, New Mexico Kids Magazine, The Alibi, Velocity Mobile Advertising, Hinkle Family Fun Center & Peter Piper's Pizza! We would also like to thank Joanna Booth's State Farm Office for their contribution to this event!
PLEASE BRING A BOOK TO DONATE!: We will be collecting children's books to donate to ABQ RIDE's "Discover A Book Program" as part of our Barnaby Bear and Books Literacy Program. Books we collect at this event will be placed on the city buses for children to read while riding the City of Albuquerque's Transit system! Hinkle Family Fun Center will offer a coupon in exchange for book donations!
COLORING CONTEST NEWS: Enter Barnaby Bear's Star Gazer Party Coloring Contest! Contest entries will be on display at Peter Piper's Pizza at 9260 Golf Course Rd. NW following the event! Contest winners will receive: a Peter Piper's pizza card, Dion's Gift Certificate, Radio Disney DVDs, zoo passes, free golf at Hinkle Family Fun Center, or buy one get one free bowling at Ten Pins! Be creative and have fun!
Date: August 25, 2007
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm (followed by star gazing at dark!)
Price: FREE! Please bring a children's book to donate for ABQ Ride's Discover A Book Program! (Receive a Hinkle Family Fun Center Coupon for all book donations.)
Location: Paradise Hills Park, 5901 Paradise Hills Blvd. NW, West Side Albuquerque
For More Information: Call 505-553-5138 or e-mail hcsnm@yahoo.com
Join HCS Creative Endeavor's for a free educational community event! Barnaby Bear's Star Gazer Party will be held Aug. 25th at the Paradise Hills Park! Join us for star gazing, and educational activities. Barnaby Bear, our big lovable literacy bear, will be the "star" of the evening. He will teach kids about the night sky, read a story, and sign autographs, while spreading the word that "Readers Are Leaders!" There will also be Barnaby Bear photograph sessions during the event!
Many organizations are coming together to provide hands-on fun for families. Activities will be provided by Radio Disney, Rio Grande Astronomical Society, ABQ Rocket Society, Intelligent By Design, Miss New Mexico, Hinkle Family Fun Center, Albuquerque/Bernadillo Library, ABQ Ride, MOMs Club of Ventana Ranch Central, Albuquerque Home Learners. Join the Boy Scouts at their "Camp Adventure" booth. The Girl Scouts will also be at the event to teach kids how to make silly putty as part of their "Girl Scientist" booth! Enjoy ice cream by the Cruisin Cow! The City of ABQ Parks and Recreation will provide a climbing wall and World Balloon Promotions will be at the event with a HOT AIR balloon! An inflatable planetarium will also be available for indoor star gazing at the Paradise Hills Community Center! Barnaby Bear will look forward to seeing you there!
THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING EVENT SPONSORS & CONTRIBUTORS: Radio Disney, The Observer, New Mexico Kids Magazine, The Alibi, Velocity Mobile Advertising, Hinkle Family Fun Center & Peter Piper's Pizza! We would also like to thank Joanna Booth's State Farm Office for their contribution to this event!
PLEASE BRING A BOOK TO DONATE!: We will be collecting children's books to donate to ABQ RIDE's "Discover A Book Program" as part of our Barnaby Bear and Books Literacy Program. Books we collect at this event will be placed on the city buses for children to read while riding the City of Albuquerque's Transit system! Hinkle Family Fun Center will offer a coupon in exchange for book donations!
COLORING CONTEST NEWS: Enter Barnaby Bear's Star Gazer Party Coloring Contest! Contest entries will be on display at Peter Piper's Pizza at 9260 Golf Course Rd. NW following the event! Contest winners will receive: a Peter Piper's pizza card, Dion's Gift Certificate, Radio Disney DVDs, zoo passes, free golf at Hinkle Family Fun Center, or buy one get one free bowling at Ten Pins! Be creative and have fun!
Monday, August 20, 2007
The New Mexico Homeschool Community thanks you for making the 'Not Back to School' Fair a success!
I just wanted to send this thank-you to the entire community of homeschoolers in New Mexico. You ALL made this event what it is and what it will become, every member of our community is valuable and you are all appreciated! You made our 'Not Back to School' Fair such a great event! We counted over 500 by 10:30AM and the day ended with a count of around 700 attendees!
This event was a learning experience that can only make next time so much better. Next time you are in the Taylor Ranch Community Center please let the staff know how much their letting us use their facility is appreciated! They have been so welcoming of the homeschooling community and they went out of their way to make sure everyone had what they needed.
For our May 2008 event we will be using the gymnasium as well as the large conference room in lieu of the hallway! Call for community resources and swap/sellers will go out in February 2008, so watch your emails or check the website!
Individual thank-yous will be going out this week.
And for those of you who were unable to attend please take advantage of the list of attendees and their contact information on our website http://nmhomeschoolcommunity.blogspot.com/2007/08/new-info-not-back-to-school-fair-august.html
Should you have any questions or comments please feel free to email them to me at the contact information below!
This event was a learning experience that can only make next time so much better. Next time you are in the Taylor Ranch Community Center please let the staff know how much their letting us use their facility is appreciated! They have been so welcoming of the homeschooling community and they went out of their way to make sure everyone had what they needed.
For our May 2008 event we will be using the gymnasium as well as the large conference room in lieu of the hallway! Call for community resources and swap/sellers will go out in February 2008, so watch your emails or check the website!
Individual thank-yous will be going out this week.
And for those of you who were unable to attend please take advantage of the list of attendees and their contact information on our website http://nmhomeschoolcommunity.blogspot.com/2007/08/new-info-not-back-to-school-fair-august.html
Should you have any questions or comments please feel free to email them to me at the contact information below!
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