Monday, March 31, 2008
Rio Rancho: Ancient Bones Playing at the Library!
Please post the press release attached at your convenience. Thank you,
Rob
Robert P. Nankin
Branch Manager
Esther Bone Branch Library
505-891-5225
Rio Rancho Public LIbrary 950 Pinetree Rd. SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
505-891-5012
Press Release
Contact: Rob Nankin
Phone: (505) 891-5225
FOR RELEASE:
ASAP
Folk Music at the Esther Bone LIbrary
The folk music trio, The Ancient Bones, will perform at the Esther Bone Memorial Library on Tuesday, May 20th at 6:30 pm. The library is located at 950 Pinetree Rd. SE in Rio Rancho. The concert will be held in the library’s program room.
There will be no admission charge for this event, however free tickets are required and available at the library’s adult information desk. You may also call, 891-5012, extension 3128, for more information.
The Ancient Bones include Chuck Mensching, Heather Simpson and Kelly Campbell. They have been performing together for almost five years. They perform acoustic folk music and offer beautiful harmonies backed by acoustic guitar.
This will be the third concert at the newly renovated Esther Bone Memorial Library. The library holds a free monthly concert series as well as a wide variety of programming for adults. Please visit the library’s web site, www.ci.rio-rancho.nm.us/library.htm for a complete list of library programs.
Rob
Robert P. Nankin
Branch Manager
Esther Bone Branch Library
505-891-5225
Rio Rancho Public LIbrary 950 Pinetree Rd. SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
505-891-5012
Press Release
Contact: Rob Nankin
Phone: (505) 891-5225
FOR RELEASE:
ASAP
Folk Music at the Esther Bone LIbrary
The folk music trio, The Ancient Bones, will perform at the Esther Bone Memorial Library on Tuesday, May 20th at 6:30 pm. The library is located at 950 Pinetree Rd. SE in Rio Rancho. The concert will be held in the library’s program room.
There will be no admission charge for this event, however free tickets are required and available at the library’s adult information desk. You may also call, 891-5012, extension 3128, for more information.
The Ancient Bones include Chuck Mensching, Heather Simpson and Kelly Campbell. They have been performing together for almost five years. They perform acoustic folk music and offer beautiful harmonies backed by acoustic guitar.
This will be the third concert at the newly renovated Esther Bone Memorial Library. The library holds a free monthly concert series as well as a wide variety of programming for adults. Please visit the library’s web site, www.ci.rio-rancho.nm.us/library.htm for a complete list of library programs.
Albuquerque: Volunteers Needed for Statewide MESA Day This Saturday-UNM
Information via www.abqhomelearners.org
It’s Time for the 20th Annual ‘MESA Day’*!
Wouldn’t YOU like to help?
The University of New Mexico will host 3,000 Middle and High School Students at the NM MESA Statewide Math and Science MESA Day on Saturday, April 5, 2008
We need judges – volunteers – competition monitors!
Events:
On-Site Math – Logic Problems
On-Site Engineering – Mobile Car
On-Site Science – Medical/Veterinary Science
On-Site Surprise – Electrical Energy
Lego Robotics
General Help:
Registration
Event Set-Up and Take-Down
Downtime Activities and Discovery Fair
]
Please contact:
Pamela Caudill at (505) 366-2500, pjc@nmmesa.org or
Anita Gonzales at (505) 454-3027, anita@nmmesa.org
~Orientation Dinner-April 4, Continental Breakfast & Lunch Provided on April 5~
*MESA Day is the event formerly known as Jamboree
NM Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement (NM MESA), Inc.
20th Annual ‘MESA Day’
University of New Mexico
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Judge & Volunteer Registration Form
PLEASE RETURN FORM BY MARCH 26-As of 03-31, volunteers are still needed. Call or email the contacts listed above to see if that status has changed.
Name __________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address ___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Work Phone_____________________________ E-Mail _____________________________
Please mark one of the following:
I will judge/volunteer wherever I am needed OR
Please select your top 2 choices of events and the grade level you are interested in:
]
Preferred Level: High School Middle School Not Judging, General Help
Preferred Event(s)/Activity: On-Site Engineering
On-Site Science
On-Site Math
On Site Surprise
Lego Robotics
Registration-Student and Judge
Event Set Up
Event Take Down
Downtime Activities/Discovery Fair
I speak Spanish and am willing to serve as a bilingual judge/bilingual volunteer
Questions? Call Pamela Caudill at
(505) 366-2500 or Anita Gonzales at (505) 454-3027
Please Return This Form By March 26, 2008 To:
NM MESA, Inc.
2808 Central Ave. SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
FAX: (505) 366-2529 or E-mail: pjc@nmmesa.org
20th Annual NM ‘MESA Day’ Events
On-Site Designs (Math, Science, Surprise, Engineering) –
In four separate events, teams of two to four students solve problems or design, construct and test prototypes in timed events. Teams receive specific parameters the morning of the MESA Day. Submissions are judged by how closely they meet the specifications and/or solve the problems. On-Site Design events were given general event topics as follows:
· Science-medical/veterinary science
· Math-logic problems
· Engineering-mobile car construction
· Surprise-electrical energy
Lego Robotics –]
Prior to MESA Day, student teams will have built a robot from a “Lego Mindstorm” or a “Lego NXT” kit and pre-programmed it to maneuver through a provided maze within a given time frame.
General Event Help –]
New this year, NM MESA is offering volunteers the opportunity to assist with other aspects of the 2008 MESA Day. If you can’t commit to a full day of judging, perhaps these opportunities are right for you! We need assistance with the following:
· Registration-student and judge registration prior to events.
· Event Set Up-assistance prior to student arrival arranging main tables and presentation area in Johnson Gym.
· Event Take Down-assistance after event removing all equipment from Johnson Gym and taking down main tables and presentation area.
· Downtime Activities/Discovery Fair-assistance with monitoring fair and executing downtime activities and non-judged mini-competitions.
General Agenda –]
Friday, April 4, 2008:
6:00-8:00 PM Optional Reception and Orientation Dinner:
UNM Student Union Building (SUB), Ballroom C
Saturday, April 5, 2008:
7:30 AM Judges/Volunteer Complimentary Breakfast and Welcome:
UNM SUB, 2nd Floor, Cherry/Silver Room
9:30 AM Judged Events Begin
11:00-2:00 PM Downtime Activities and Discovery Fair
12:00 PM Judges/Volunteer Complimentary Lunch
1:00 PM All Events and Judging Completed, Judge Dismissal (or earlier if events & judging concludes earlier)
4:00 PM Event take down: Johnson Gym
It’s Time for the 20th Annual ‘MESA Day’*!
Wouldn’t YOU like to help?
The University of New Mexico will host 3,000 Middle and High School Students at the NM MESA Statewide Math and Science MESA Day on Saturday, April 5, 2008
We need judges – volunteers – competition monitors!
Events:
On-Site Math – Logic Problems
On-Site Engineering – Mobile Car
On-Site Science – Medical/Veterinary Science
On-Site Surprise – Electrical Energy
Lego Robotics
General Help:
Registration
Event Set-Up and Take-Down
Downtime Activities and Discovery Fair
]
Please contact:
Pamela Caudill at (505) 366-2500, pjc@nmmesa.org or
Anita Gonzales at (505) 454-3027, anita@nmmesa.org
~Orientation Dinner-April 4, Continental Breakfast & Lunch Provided on April 5~
*MESA Day is the event formerly known as Jamboree
NM Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement (NM MESA), Inc.
20th Annual ‘MESA Day’
University of New Mexico
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Judge & Volunteer Registration Form
PLEASE RETURN FORM BY MARCH 26-As of 03-31, volunteers are still needed. Call or email the contacts listed above to see if that status has changed.
Name __________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address ___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Work Phone_____________________________ E-Mail _____________________________
Please mark one of the following:
I will judge/volunteer wherever I am needed OR
Please select your top 2 choices of events and the grade level you are interested in:
]
Preferred Level: High School Middle School Not Judging, General Help
Preferred Event(s)/Activity: On-Site Engineering
On-Site Science
On-Site Math
On Site Surprise
Lego Robotics
Registration-Student and Judge
Event Set Up
Event Take Down
Downtime Activities/Discovery Fair
I speak Spanish and am willing to serve as a bilingual judge/bilingual volunteer
Questions? Call Pamela Caudill at
(505) 366-2500 or Anita Gonzales at (505) 454-3027
Please Return This Form By March 26, 2008 To:
NM MESA, Inc.
2808 Central Ave. SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
FAX: (505) 366-2529 or E-mail: pjc@nmmesa.org
20th Annual NM ‘MESA Day’ Events
On-Site Designs (Math, Science, Surprise, Engineering) –
In four separate events, teams of two to four students solve problems or design, construct and test prototypes in timed events. Teams receive specific parameters the morning of the MESA Day. Submissions are judged by how closely they meet the specifications and/or solve the problems. On-Site Design events were given general event topics as follows:
· Science-medical/veterinary science
· Math-logic problems
· Engineering-mobile car construction
· Surprise-electrical energy
Lego Robotics –]
Prior to MESA Day, student teams will have built a robot from a “Lego Mindstorm” or a “Lego NXT” kit and pre-programmed it to maneuver through a provided maze within a given time frame.
General Event Help –]
New this year, NM MESA is offering volunteers the opportunity to assist with other aspects of the 2008 MESA Day. If you can’t commit to a full day of judging, perhaps these opportunities are right for you! We need assistance with the following:
· Registration-student and judge registration prior to events.
· Event Set Up-assistance prior to student arrival arranging main tables and presentation area in Johnson Gym.
· Event Take Down-assistance after event removing all equipment from Johnson Gym and taking down main tables and presentation area.
· Downtime Activities/Discovery Fair-assistance with monitoring fair and executing downtime activities and non-judged mini-competitions.
General Agenda –]
Friday, April 4, 2008:
6:00-8:00 PM Optional Reception and Orientation Dinner:
UNM Student Union Building (SUB), Ballroom C
Saturday, April 5, 2008:
7:30 AM Judges/Volunteer Complimentary Breakfast and Welcome:
UNM SUB, 2nd Floor, Cherry/Silver Room
9:30 AM Judged Events Begin
11:00-2:00 PM Downtime Activities and Discovery Fair
12:00 PM Judges/Volunteer Complimentary Lunch
1:00 PM All Events and Judging Completed, Judge Dismissal (or earlier if events & judging concludes earlier)
4:00 PM Event take down: Johnson Gym
Saturday, March 29, 2008
NM Teen Forestry Camp, 13-17yo
From New Mexico Outdoors Yahoo Group:
Story:
Teens can learn outdoors
Youth between the ages of 13 and 17 who enjoy the outdoors are invited to apply to the New Mexico Forestry Camp.
The camp will run from June 1-6. Forestry Camp is designed to help young people learn about the forests. Campers work with foresters to measure trees, wildlife biologists to track wildlife, archaeologists to study the past and other natural resource specialists to gain hands-on understanding of the uses of our forests. The camp is located at the Rancho del Chaparral Girl Scout Camp in the Jemez Mountains near Cuba.
For more of this story, click on or type the URL below:
http://www.cibolabe acon.com/ articles/ 2008/03/27/ news/news8. txt
Story:
Teens can learn outdoors
Youth between the ages of 13 and 17 who enjoy the outdoors are invited to apply to the New Mexico Forestry Camp.
The camp will run from June 1-6. Forestry Camp is designed to help young people learn about the forests. Campers work with foresters to measure trees, wildlife biologists to track wildlife, archaeologists to study the past and other natural resource specialists to gain hands-on understanding of the uses of our forests. The camp is located at the Rancho del Chaparral Girl Scout Camp in the Jemez Mountains near Cuba.
For more of this story, click on or type the URL below:
http://www.cibolabe acon.com/ articles/ 2008/03/27/ news/news8. txt
Cedar Crest: First Saturday Series, Mammals
First Sat. Series - Mammal Season
First Saturday Series-Mammal Session- April 5, 9-3:00
More than 80 species of mammals live in the Sandia Mountains; join us to learn some of their interesting habits and how they all share the mountain. Spend the day in the mountains hiking our trails, visiting two hands-on exhibit rooms and observing birds and animals from our wildlife observation deck. April will offer an hour-long MAMMAL education session from 10:00-11:00am.
http://nmnaturalhistory.org/smnhc/publicprograms-more.html
First Saturday Series-Mammal Session- April 5, 9-3:00
More than 80 species of mammals live in the Sandia Mountains; join us to learn some of their interesting habits and how they all share the mountain. Spend the day in the mountains hiking our trails, visiting two hands-on exhibit rooms and observing birds and animals from our wildlife observation deck. April will offer an hour-long MAMMAL education session from 10:00-11:00am.
http://nmnaturalhistory.org/smnhc/publicprograms-more.html
Alamagordo: The Night Sky: A Cultural clock
From New Mexico Outdoors Yahoo Group:
The Night Sky: A Cultural clock
Saturday April 5, 2008
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Oliver Lee State Park
City State Zip: Alamagordo
Phone: 575-437-8284
Notes:
Enjoy the beauty of Dog Canyon at sundown while learning about clestial cycles and how early cultures used the night sky to time their daily lives: Meet at the Group Shelter.
Regular Entrance Fees
The Night Sky: A Cultural clock
Saturday April 5, 2008
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Oliver Lee State Park
City State Zip: Alamagordo
Phone: 575-437-8284
Notes:
Enjoy the beauty of Dog Canyon at sundown while learning about clestial cycles and how early cultures used the night sky to time their daily lives: Meet at the Group Shelter.
Regular Entrance Fees
Highschoolers wanting to attend Central New Mexico CC (CNM)
Do you have any high school aged kids who would be interested in attending CNM? As you probably know, APS and the charter school Juniors and Seniors are required to sign up for dual enrollment for CNM and/or UNM. The entire cost is covered, I believe, by APS.
On the other hand, if the student is homeschooled, the family pays the entire tuition and book costs. Some of the public school kids are graduating with up to 32 hours of college credit already out of the way funded by APS.
I'm working with an organization to see if scholarships could be made available to homeschoolers who would want to attend these same college level courses at CNM. Their question to me is, "How many kids are we talking about?" I have no idea. That's where I need your help.
Please email me directly with the response to this question. Please only answer for your family and if you know other families who have high school aged kids, please forward this email on to them so they can let me know their count.
I'd really like the responses back to me by March 31st so please do this right now.
My Question:
Over the next two years, how many high school aged homeschoolers do you have that would be interested in a scholarship that could be used toward classes at CNM prior to their graduation?
Thank you,
Barbara Dawson
BalancingLifeAndWork@comcast.net
On the other hand, if the student is homeschooled, the family pays the entire tuition and book costs. Some of the public school kids are graduating with up to 32 hours of college credit already out of the way funded by APS.
I'm working with an organization to see if scholarships could be made available to homeschoolers who would want to attend these same college level courses at CNM. Their question to me is, "How many kids are we talking about?" I have no idea. That's where I need your help.
Please email me directly with the response to this question. Please only answer for your family and if you know other families who have high school aged kids, please forward this email on to them so they can let me know their count.
I'd really like the responses back to me by March 31st so please do this right now.
My Question:
Over the next two years, how many high school aged homeschoolers do you have that would be interested in a scholarship that could be used toward classes at CNM prior to their graduation?
Thank you,
Barbara Dawson
BalancingLifeAndWork@comcast.net
Friday, March 28, 2008
Rio Rancho: My Father's World event (Prek-12 Christian Curriculum)
What is My Father's World? http://www.mfwbooks.com/philos.htm See if this is right for your family, the registration fees are not too much and they have some speakers attending that might help you to choose a curriculum! They also have a co-op where you can go and join with some other families using the same materials. Enjoy and have fun homeschooling!--Tabbi
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We'd like to ask you to please forward the following information to your email communities. Thank you. R2C2
R2C2 Homeschool Co-op is hosting the upcoming My Father's World event on April 12-13, 2008 at Rio West Church in Rio Rancho. For more information please visit the website listed below:
www.mfwbooks.com/riorancho.htm
If you have any questions please contact us at r2c2mail@comcast.net. Thank you.
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We'd like to ask you to please forward the following information to your email communities. Thank you. R2C2
R2C2 Homeschool Co-op is hosting the upcoming My Father's World event on April 12-13, 2008 at Rio West Church in Rio Rancho. For more information please visit the website listed below:
www.mfwbooks.com/riorancho.htm
If you have any questions please contact us at r2c2mail@comcast.net. Thank you.
Albuquerque: Presbyterian's Children in Healthcare Fair
I don't know if anyone in your mail list would be interested in this, but here is the info if you feel like passing the info along.
April 21-25 Presbyterian's Children in Healthcare Fair
The lobby area is set up to accommodate groups as children rotate through booths that are mock hospital scenarios: emergency room, heart station, x-ray station, respiratory etc.
Each child will be requested to bring a stuffed animal, teddy bear or doll to the Fair. Each child will participate in administering medical care to the stuffed animal or doll; as we have provided the individual child with props to assume a medical identity. Props include a bouffant cap, shoe covers and face mask. This way, the children get a "hands on" experience of the procedure(s) for admittance and treatment considerations when being hospitalized.
Each group is greeted by the Director of the Child Life Program or a health care provider who gives each child a 'goodie bag' with props, stickers etc.
First we discuss the concept of the Child Life Program, then we talk about how the program assists a child and family members throughout the course of a hospital expe rience.
We then talk about how the tour is set up before instructing the children to take their caps, shoe covers and masks out of their goodie bags and put them on. Once this is done each child is a medical professional (doctor, nurse etc) of their choice.
The tour begins with admitting and a visit to the 'ER', thereafter children proceed through a number of different interactive 'stations'.
If interested in attending or organizing a group to attend, please call or email Rebecca Armstrong at 841-1264 or rarmstro@phs.org
April 21-25 Presbyterian's Children in Healthcare Fair
The lobby area is set up to accommodate groups as children rotate through booths that are mock hospital scenarios: emergency room, heart station, x-ray station, respiratory etc.
Each child will be requested to bring a stuffed animal, teddy bear or doll to the Fair. Each child will participate in administering medical care to the stuffed animal or doll; as we have provided the individual child with props to assume a medical identity. Props include a bouffant cap, shoe covers and face mask. This way, the children get a "hands on" experience of the procedure(s) for admittance and treatment considerations when being hospitalized.
Each group is greeted by the Director of the Child Life Program or a health care provider who gives each child a 'goodie bag' with props, stickers etc.
First we discuss the concept of the Child Life Program, then we talk about how the program assists a child and family members throughout the course of a hospital expe rience.
We then talk about how the tour is set up before instructing the children to take their caps, shoe covers and masks out of their goodie bags and put them on. Once this is done each child is a medical professional (doctor, nurse etc) of their choice.
The tour begins with admitting and a visit to the 'ER', thereafter children proceed through a number of different interactive 'stations'.
If interested in attending or organizing a group to attend, please call or email Rebecca Armstrong at 841-1264 or rarmstro@phs.org
Santa Fe: Children's Museum Events Week of March 28
Information via http://losalamoshomeschool.blogspot.com/
SF Children's Museum Events for Week of 28 March
Shaving Cream Play
Charcoal Art
Kid's Night Out
Mask Making
Kid's Night Out
Building Buildings
Open Studio
Firefighter Story Hour
Live Bats! Bat Program
Gak
Make Miso Soup
http://www.santafechildrensmuseum.org/calendar.php
SF Children's Museum Events for Week of 28 March
Shaving Cream Play
Charcoal Art
Kid's Night Out
Mask Making
Kid's Night Out
Building Buildings
Open Studio
Firefighter Story Hour
Live Bats! Bat Program
Gak
Make Miso Soup
http://www.santafechildrensmuseum.org/calendar.php
Albuquerque: A Full Garden of events at The Growing Stage!
The Growing Stage is blooming with activity!
RUTHLESS! The Musical opens this Friday, March 28th!
This hysterical show is guaranteed to make you laugh, but leave the little ones at home.
(recommended for ages 12 & up, due to a little adult language)
Fridays & Saturdays at 8PM, Sundays at 2PM through April 20th
at the Auxillary Dog Theatre, 3011 Monte Vista
Adults $16 and Students & Seniors $14.
Call 323-9349 for tickets.
SPRING SESSION #2
Our Saturday classes begin April 5th and are almost full.
(Only two spots left in Musical Theatres Junior & Senior!)
A complete class schedule is available on our website.
www.thegrowingstage.com
SUMMER INTENSIVES are Coming!
Voted “Among the Best” Summer Camps for Kids
in Albuquerque the Magazine’s Best of the City Poll!
We are about to close enrollment for Sessions 1 & 2.
If you were thinking of registering your child, don’t wait!
Reply to this email or call 288-1205.
Detailed information can be found on our website.
We will be announcing our summer show soon!
A co-production with the new non-profit organization
ABQStages!
Auditions will be June 6, 7 & 8.
An audition announcement will be forthcoming.
AS ALWAYS, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Kari Reese
Owner/Education Director
The Growing Stage, ltd.
kari@thegrowingstage.com
13170 Central SE, Suite B104
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 288-1205
http://www.thegrowingstage.com
Kids blossom on our stage!
RUTHLESS! The Musical opens this Friday, March 28th!
This hysterical show is guaranteed to make you laugh, but leave the little ones at home.
(recommended for ages 12 & up, due to a little adult language)
Fridays & Saturdays at 8PM, Sundays at 2PM through April 20th
at the Auxillary Dog Theatre, 3011 Monte Vista
Adults $16 and Students & Seniors $14.
Call 323-9349 for tickets.
SPRING SESSION #2
Our Saturday classes begin April 5th and are almost full.
(Only two spots left in Musical Theatres Junior & Senior!)
A complete class schedule is available on our website.
www.thegrowingstage.com
SUMMER INTENSIVES are Coming!
Voted “Among the Best” Summer Camps for Kids
in Albuquerque the Magazine’s Best of the City Poll!
We are about to close enrollment for Sessions 1 & 2.
If you were thinking of registering your child, don’t wait!
Reply to this email or call 288-1205.
Detailed information can be found on our website.
We will be announcing our summer show soon!
A co-production with the new non-profit organization
ABQStages!
Auditions will be June 6, 7 & 8.
An audition announcement will be forthcoming.
AS ALWAYS, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Kari Reese
Owner/Education Director
The Growing Stage, ltd.
kari@thegrowingstage.com
13170 Central SE, Suite B104
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 288-1205
http://www.thegrowingstage.com
Kids blossom on our stage!
Albuquerque: Living History Day Camp Flyer--Colonial & Victorian, Girls 8-11yo
Living History Day Camps
Presents…
Colonial Days and the Victorian Times
Victorian Times Camp: Young ladies ages 8-11 are invited to step back in time and experience life150 years ago. Come to Mes Amis Tea House At Nob Hill for a unique opportunity to re-enact daily activities as a historic American girl. Victorian Times allows girls to “connect” with the past by bringing it to life!
Daily activities will include: exploring the lives of historic woman that shaped America and the world, role play activities, crafts, baking Victorian recipes, “taking & serving tea”, color tinting fashion plates, playing parlor and outdoor games, embroidering a Victorian sampler, learning an Early American dance, and a special end of the week “full afternoon tea”…all of this while each young lady is dressed in a vintage style hoop skirt, pantaloons, faux fur stole & hat!
Cost of camp is $185 plus tax. Fee includes: all craft supplies, costuming for a week, tea & snacks daily, making a handkerchief doll, a Victorian sampler, a 5 x 7 sepia tone group photo, a scrapbook “Book of Reflections”, a keepsake porcelain teacup, a special “Full Afternoon Tea” and more.
Colonial Days: During the Colonial Days Camp, the girls will be transported back in time to 1607 – 1776 during the formation of the colonies into a “United” nation. Girls will dress up daily in pantaloons, a cotton calico Colonial dress and mob cap. We will discuss famous Colonists such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Betsy Ross, Pocahontus, Squanto, Chief Powhatan, Molly Pitcher, Mother Goose and more.
Daily Activities include: Colonial role play activities churning butter in a replica vintage wooden butter churn, crafts such as: candle dipping, ink making, soap making, doll making (corn husk doll, wooden spoon doll). The young ladies will experience what school days were like using slate boards, hornbooks, battledores, writing with a quill feather pen and making their own ink! Camp also includes a 5 x 7 group photo, a “monitor” (scrapbook) and light snacks daily. Each young lady will receive a Rag Doll with “miniature” accessories made by the participants as a keepsake of the Colonial Days. Girls will participate in a final culminating activity called “We The People Revue”.
Cost of camp is $185 plus tax. Fee includes all supplies, snacks, and costuming for the week at camp.
Camps will be offered in AM or PM sessions (9:00-12:30) OR (1:30-5:00). Space is limited. Reservations will be on a first come, first served basis. These camps will be offered for FOUR weeks in JUNE ONLY.
2008 SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE – JUNE ONLY!
Colonial Camp: (M – F) June 2 – 6 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
Colonial Camp: (M – F) June 9 – 13 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
Victorian Camp: (M – F) June 16 – 20 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
Victorian Camp: (M – F) June 23 – 27 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
For more details and to see photos of the Colonial Days and Victorian Times camps and to Register Online go to: www.MesAmisTeahouseInfo.com Or Call: Michelle Otterness, Director at (505) 975-2635
Presents…
Colonial Days and the Victorian Times
Victorian Times Camp: Young ladies ages 8-11 are invited to step back in time and experience life150 years ago. Come to Mes Amis Tea House At Nob Hill for a unique opportunity to re-enact daily activities as a historic American girl. Victorian Times allows girls to “connect” with the past by bringing it to life!
Daily activities will include: exploring the lives of historic woman that shaped America and the world, role play activities, crafts, baking Victorian recipes, “taking & serving tea”, color tinting fashion plates, playing parlor and outdoor games, embroidering a Victorian sampler, learning an Early American dance, and a special end of the week “full afternoon tea”…all of this while each young lady is dressed in a vintage style hoop skirt, pantaloons, faux fur stole & hat!
Cost of camp is $185 plus tax. Fee includes: all craft supplies, costuming for a week, tea & snacks daily, making a handkerchief doll, a Victorian sampler, a 5 x 7 sepia tone group photo, a scrapbook “Book of Reflections”, a keepsake porcelain teacup, a special “Full Afternoon Tea” and more.
Colonial Days: During the Colonial Days Camp, the girls will be transported back in time to 1607 – 1776 during the formation of the colonies into a “United” nation. Girls will dress up daily in pantaloons, a cotton calico Colonial dress and mob cap. We will discuss famous Colonists such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Betsy Ross, Pocahontus, Squanto, Chief Powhatan, Molly Pitcher, Mother Goose and more.
Daily Activities include: Colonial role play activities churning butter in a replica vintage wooden butter churn, crafts such as: candle dipping, ink making, soap making, doll making (corn husk doll, wooden spoon doll). The young ladies will experience what school days were like using slate boards, hornbooks, battledores, writing with a quill feather pen and making their own ink! Camp also includes a 5 x 7 group photo, a “monitor” (scrapbook) and light snacks daily. Each young lady will receive a Rag Doll with “miniature” accessories made by the participants as a keepsake of the Colonial Days. Girls will participate in a final culminating activity called “We The People Revue”.
Cost of camp is $185 plus tax. Fee includes all supplies, snacks, and costuming for the week at camp.
Camps will be offered in AM or PM sessions (9:00-12:30) OR (1:30-5:00). Space is limited. Reservations will be on a first come, first served basis. These camps will be offered for FOUR weeks in JUNE ONLY.
2008 SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE – JUNE ONLY!
Colonial Camp: (M – F) June 2 – 6 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
Colonial Camp: (M – F) June 9 – 13 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
Victorian Camp: (M – F) June 16 – 20 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
Victorian Camp: (M – F) June 23 – 27 AM Session (9:00 – 12:30) or PM Session (1:30 – 5:00)
For more details and to see photos of the Colonial Days and Victorian Times camps and to Register Online go to: www.MesAmisTeahouseInfo.com Or Call: Michelle Otterness, Director at (505) 975-2635
Albuquerque:Most Wanted 5K Run & Dog Walk, DogFest & Cliff's Coupons!!
I have attached the coupon in a PDF if do not see it please email me and I will send it to you! The coupon is only good on certain days for ride passes but it is a fundraiser for the dogs. Some of the K9 officers from Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office will be at our fair on Saturday, May 31st after the 5K run & dog walk!--Tabbi
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I also included a coupon for Cliff's Amusement Park the last weekend of April and the first weekend of May. It's a fundraiser for Friends of New Mexico K-9. I thought you could distribute it to your email list. It can be copied and sent to anyone.
Our annual fundraiser the World's Most Wanted 5K Run & Dog Walk will be on May 31 this year at Balloon Fiesta Park. This year will also have DogFest after the run. More details coming on the website www.FriendsOfK9.com
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I also included a coupon for Cliff's Amusement Park the last weekend of April and the first weekend of May. It's a fundraiser for Friends of New Mexico K-9. I thought you could distribute it to your email list. It can be copied and sent to anyone.
Our annual fundraiser the World's Most Wanted 5K Run & Dog Walk will be on May 31 this year at Balloon Fiesta Park. This year will also have DogFest after the run. More details coming on the website www.FriendsOfK9.com
Thursday, March 27, 2008
What's happening in California? Part 2
OK see I told you information would be coming in fast and furious. This first snip is taken from a link I sent out this morning and it this explains it further. The Pacific Justice Group is not directly involved in the amicus as discussed below but they are involved in that they are representing the school that the family registered under and I am sure they are in contact with one or more of the groups as listed in the first email. More information to follow!--Tabbi
Then this PR came out, confusing everyone.
<----snip--- ->
Pacific Justice Institute has just received word that the court ruling
which declared most forms of homeschooling unlawful in California has
been vacated. This means the Rachel L. decision, which has sparked a
nationwide uproar, will not go into effect as it is currently written.
The Second District Court of Appeal has instead decided to re-hear the
case, with a new round of briefings due in late April. It would
likely take the court several additional months to schedule oral
argument and issue another decision.
Today's announcement by the court that it will re-hear the case
reinforces PJI's position that homeschooling families should continue
their current programs without fear of governmental interference. PJI
will be actively involved in the upcoming briefs and will continue to
post updates and special bulletins on this vital issue.
Brad Dacus, president of Pacific Justice Institute, commented, "We are
pleased that the Court of Appeal has decided to re-hear the Rachel L.
case, and we are hopeful that the fundamental rights of these parents,
our clients Sunland Christian School, and the tens of thousands of
homeschooling families in California will be honored. Homeschooling
parents should be treated as heroes—not hunted down or harassed by
their own government."
<----snip--- ->
So, what does this mean?
We can't ask for depublication because that's something you do with
the Supreme Court after an appellate court decision has become final.
By granting the rehearing, the appellate court basically nullified the
decision, so it's effectively depublished anyway.
We (the groups) are all speaking tomorrow about amicus efforts. I hope
we can continue to coordinate.
Debbie Schwarzer
HSC Legal
<----snip--- ->
What will happen? The Cooperating groups will file "friendly" support
legal documents - the amicus effort. The court will the hopefully come
up with better wording for their decision this time, either clearing
the Longs of the charges against them, or convicting them, but
hopefully not criminalizing all the homeschool families in CA along
with them the second time.
I don't know if the Assembly Resolution will be on hold or not. I'll
get back to you when I find out.
Ann Zeise
A to Z Home's Cool
http://homeschoolin g.gomilpitas. com
Then this PR came out, confusing everyone.
<----snip--- ->
Pacific Justice Institute has just received word that the court ruling
which declared most forms of homeschooling unlawful in California has
been vacated. This means the Rachel L. decision, which has sparked a
nationwide uproar, will not go into effect as it is currently written.
The Second District Court of Appeal has instead decided to re-hear the
case, with a new round of briefings due in late April. It would
likely take the court several additional months to schedule oral
argument and issue another decision.
Today's announcement by the court that it will re-hear the case
reinforces PJI's position that homeschooling families should continue
their current programs without fear of governmental interference. PJI
will be actively involved in the upcoming briefs and will continue to
post updates and special bulletins on this vital issue.
Brad Dacus, president of Pacific Justice Institute, commented, "We are
pleased that the Court of Appeal has decided to re-hear the Rachel L.
case, and we are hopeful that the fundamental rights of these parents,
our clients Sunland Christian School, and the tens of thousands of
homeschooling families in California will be honored. Homeschooling
parents should be treated as heroes—not hunted down or harassed by
their own government."
<----snip--- ->
So, what does this mean?
We can't ask for depublication because that's something you do with
the Supreme Court after an appellate court decision has become final.
By granting the rehearing, the appellate court basically nullified the
decision, so it's effectively depublished anyway.
We (the groups) are all speaking tomorrow about amicus efforts. I hope
we can continue to coordinate.
Debbie Schwarzer
HSC Legal
<----snip--- ->
What will happen? The Cooperating groups will file "friendly" support
legal documents - the amicus effort. The court will the hopefully come
up with better wording for their decision this time, either clearing
the Longs of the charges against them, or convicting them, but
hopefully not criminalizing all the homeschool families in CA along
with them the second time.
I don't know if the Assembly Resolution will be on hold or not. I'll
get back to you when I find out.
Ann Zeise
A to Z Home's Cool
http://homeschoolin g.gomilpitas. com
What's happening in California? Part 1.
OK in the next few days I expect to see some action in this case and you all will be able to see the information as it comes out of CA. First it is very exciting that these groups are actually working together towards the common good. These are the only groups working on the actual case towards getting the ruling depublished or overturned. The difference being that they are not the groups involved in working with the family or the children or the school that the family uses.
Apparently they can not ask for depublication because that is something you do with the Supreme Court after an appellate court decision has become final. By granting the rehearing, the appellate court basically nullified the decision, so it is effectively depublished anyway. All of the groups below will be meeting tomorrow and I will let you know more information as I receive it!
Ann Zeise runs the website A to Z Home's Cool http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/ she is in CA but her website has information for homeschoolers around the world. Her kids are both grown and graduated college but she is in touch with what is going on in the homeschooling community and is active with the groups in CA that are involved in this case.
Tabbi
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There have been two announcements lately. I'll put the second in
another post. We have all been working VERY hard! I'm doing what I can
to verify all rumors before sending them on to you.
Ann Zeise
A to Z Home's Cool
http://homeschoolin g.gomilpitas. com
Yesterday morning, HSC and CHN sent this out to their members:
Dear HSC members,
In the interest of protecting homeschooling freedom in California, HSC
has been working with other support organizations. Together we have
issued the following statement.
JOINT STATEMENT REGARDING HOMESCHOOLING IN CALIFORNIA
The following organizations, California Homeschool Network, Christian
Home Educators Association of California, Private and Home Educators of
California and HomeSchool Association of California, represent the major
California-based organizations working on a statewide basis to support
private homeschooling. They, together with the Home School Legal
Defense Association, which also works in California to support private
homeschooling and which has members in California, jointly issue the
following statement:
1. We are united in the goal of protecting the right of parents to
teach their children privately at home without additional governmental
interference.
2. We believe that children deserve to learn in the environment that
best meets their individual needs. We support the right of parents to
direct their children's education including, if they desire, teaching
their children privately at home apart from any public school program
and without a teaching credential.
3. We believe that the opinion rendered by the Second District Court
of Appeals in the case titled "In re Rachel L." on February 28, 2008 is
excessively broad in its scope and incorrectly states the law as applied
to home education in California.
4. We believe that the interpretation of California law, as
understood by our organizations and by the California Department of
Education prior to the issuance of this decision, is correct, that the
interests of both the State of California in ensuring that children are
educated adequately and of parents in directing their children's
education are well met by this prior interpretation of law, and that no
change in California law regarding the teaching of children privately at
home is needed.
For further information, please contact these organizations as follows:
HomeSchool Association of California
P.O. Box 77873
Corona, CA 92877
1-888-472-4440
http://www.hsc. org
Debbie Schwarzer, Esq., Legislative Chair
hsc-legislative@ hsc.org
California Homeschool Network
P.O. Box 55485
Hayward, CA 94545
1-800-327-5339
http://californiaho meschool. net
Loren Mavromati, President
loren.mavromati@ californiahomesc hool.net
Home School Legal Defense Association
P.O. Box 3000
Purcellville, VA 20134-9000
1-540-338-5600
http://www.hslda. org
J. Michael Smith, Esq.
media@hslda. org
Christian Home Educators Association of California
P.O. Box 2009
Norwalk, CA 90651-2009
1-562-864-2432
http://www.cheaofca .org
Mary Schofield, Esq., Vice President
maryschofield@ cheaofca. org
Private and Home Educators of California
P.O. Box 730
Lincoln, CA 95648-0730
1-916-786-3523
http://www.pheofca. org
Roy Hanson, Director
Jim Davis, Legislative Liaison
contact@pheofca. org
Apparently they can not ask for depublication because that is something you do with the Supreme Court after an appellate court decision has become final. By granting the rehearing, the appellate court basically nullified the decision, so it is effectively depublished anyway. All of the groups below will be meeting tomorrow and I will let you know more information as I receive it!
Ann Zeise runs the website A to Z Home's Cool http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/ she is in CA but her website has information for homeschoolers around the world. Her kids are both grown and graduated college but she is in touch with what is going on in the homeschooling community and is active with the groups in CA that are involved in this case.
Tabbi
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There have been two announcements lately. I'll put the second in
another post. We have all been working VERY hard! I'm doing what I can
to verify all rumors before sending them on to you.
Ann Zeise
A to Z Home's Cool
http://homeschoolin g.gomilpitas. com
Yesterday morning, HSC and CHN sent this out to their members:
Dear HSC members,
In the interest of protecting homeschooling freedom in California, HSC
has been working with other support organizations. Together we have
issued the following statement.
JOINT STATEMENT REGARDING HOMESCHOOLING IN CALIFORNIA
The following organizations, California Homeschool Network, Christian
Home Educators Association of California, Private and Home Educators of
California and HomeSchool Association of California, represent the major
California-based organizations working on a statewide basis to support
private homeschooling. They, together with the Home School Legal
Defense Association, which also works in California to support private
homeschooling and which has members in California, jointly issue the
following statement:
1. We are united in the goal of protecting the right of parents to
teach their children privately at home without additional governmental
interference.
2. We believe that children deserve to learn in the environment that
best meets their individual needs. We support the right of parents to
direct their children's education including, if they desire, teaching
their children privately at home apart from any public school program
and without a teaching credential.
3. We believe that the opinion rendered by the Second District Court
of Appeals in the case titled "In re Rachel L." on February 28, 2008 is
excessively broad in its scope and incorrectly states the law as applied
to home education in California.
4. We believe that the interpretation of California law, as
understood by our organizations and by the California Department of
Education prior to the issuance of this decision, is correct, that the
interests of both the State of California in ensuring that children are
educated adequately and of parents in directing their children's
education are well met by this prior interpretation of law, and that no
change in California law regarding the teaching of children privately at
home is needed.
For further information, please contact these organizations as follows:
HomeSchool Association of California
P.O. Box 77873
Corona, CA 92877
1-888-472-4440
http://www.hsc. org
Debbie Schwarzer, Esq., Legislative Chair
hsc-legislative@ hsc.org
California Homeschool Network
P.O. Box 55485
Hayward, CA 94545
1-800-327-5339
http://californiaho meschool. net
Loren Mavromati, President
loren.mavromati@ californiahomesc hool.net
Home School Legal Defense Association
P.O. Box 3000
Purcellville, VA 20134-9000
1-540-338-5600
http://www.hslda. org
J. Michael Smith, Esq.
media@hslda. org
Christian Home Educators Association of California
P.O. Box 2009
Norwalk, CA 90651-2009
1-562-864-2432
http://www.cheaofca .org
Mary Schofield, Esq., Vice President
maryschofield@ cheaofca. org
Private and Home Educators of California
P.O. Box 730
Lincoln, CA 95648-0730
1-916-786-3523
http://www.pheofca. org
Roy Hanson, Director
Jim Davis, Legislative Liaison
contact@pheofca. org
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To take advantage of this special offer, you must place your order no later than 04-18-2008 at 11:59 pm Eastern.
Regards,
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SAVE UP TO 75%
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The Homeschool Buyers Co-op is pleased to present a Group Buy for online video curriculum from Thinkwell - the next-generation textbook. Put aside your boring textbooks and learn online from some of the best teachers in the country using Thinkwell's acclaimed online multimedia instruction!
Great teaching begins with great teachers, but, unfortunately, not everyone has access to the best teachers. Thinkwell changes that by using the latest technology to bring these great teachers into your homeschool via the Internet. Instead of reading a textbook, students watch a series of dynamic 10-minute video lectures and then complete interactive online exercises that reinforce concepts and demonstrate mastery of the topics.
Thinkwell's presenters are actual professors from some of the country's top colleges, including Williams College, Rice University, Purdue, Middlebury, University of Chicago, and more. Each proferssor is one of the great communicators in his/her field. Their tutorials and extensive interactive exercises make the material memorable by delivering the unexpected with examples and stories.
Each Thinkwell title features a comprehensive curriculum comparable to a traditional printed text, including:
Thinkwell's award-winning online video lectures. Students can watch them from any computer, at anytime.
Registration into the Thinkwell home schooling website where students have access to exercises, illustrated notes, animations, and more.
Chapter practice tests and chapter exams (except Am Gov, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, and Public Speaking).
Worked out solutions to exercises with instant feedback.
Tracking of homework and chapter test results.
Website access of 12 months.
The complete Thinkwell Math courses retail for as much as $239 each. However, by purchasing as a group, we will all save at least 27% and as much as 75% off the list price depending on the course and the total number of Thinkwell courses 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 04-18-2008 at 11:59 pm Eastern.
Regards,
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
New Info in CA Case! As of Today 3/27
http://localhs.com/legal/nheld_on_rachel.asp
California Appellate Court Ruling -- In re Rachel L.
Did you know? The sky is not falling in California? Homeschooling is still "legal" there, believe it or not.
by: Attorney Deborah Stevenson,
National Home Education Legal Defense (NHELD)
Posted March 8, 2008
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http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/03/26/BA7CVR0TG.DTL&tsp=1
California homeschooling case to be reheard
Bob Egelko, Chronicle Staff Writer
Thursday, March 27, 2008
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http://www.pacificjustice.org/resources/news/focusdetails.cfm?ID=PR080326a
This is the group representing the school that the parents use in this case (Sunland Christian School):
Pacific Justice Institute
Special Bulletin: Homeschool Ruling Vacated; Court Will Reconsider
California Appellate Court Ruling -- In re Rachel L.
Did you know? The sky is not falling in California? Homeschooling is still "legal" there, believe it or not.
by: Attorney Deborah Stevenson,
National Home Education Legal Defense (NHELD)
Posted March 8, 2008
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http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/03/26/BA7CVR0TG.DTL&tsp=1
California homeschooling case to be reheard
Bob Egelko, Chronicle Staff Writer
Thursday, March 27, 2008
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http://www.pacificjustice.org/resources/news/focusdetails.cfm?ID=PR080326a
This is the group representing the school that the parents use in this case (Sunland Christian School):
Pacific Justice Institute
Special Bulletin: Homeschool Ruling Vacated; Court Will Reconsider
Homeschool Teen Tall Ship Sailing Field Trip, Catalina Island
SHEA is excited to offer another fabulous opportunity for
homeschooling teens age 13 and up. This October 4-5, your teen has
an opportunity to learn sailing basics as crew member on a CIMI Tall
Ship Expedition to Catalina Island. Two full days of activity will
feature the Sail Training program, which teaches students the basics
of sailing, coastal navigation, marine biology, oceanography and
more. Each student participates as a crew member assisting in
raising the sails, manning the helm, and standing watch.
Participants will get to snorkel in the world class, amazingly clear
waters surrounding Catalina Island! For details on the ship and
program, visit our website.
Membership to SHEA is not required to attend this trip, but members
do get a discount. The cost for this weekend adventure is $219 for
SHEA members, $234 for non-members. Four meals are included (2 on
Saturday, 2 on Sunday), and the accommodations are quite comfortable
with separate male / female quarters and showers. Slots are still
available for both adult chaperones and students, but space on the
ship is limited and the deadline to register and get your deposit in
is April 11th .
More field trip details can be found on our website at
http://www.southwest-home-
education.com/socialopportunities/tallships.html
If you have any questions that are not answered on our website,
please feel free to contact our field trip coordinators at:
fieldtrips@sw-home-edu.com
Dianne McLean, SHEA Director
Dianne@sw-home-edu.com
Cell: 928-542-1387
homeschooling teens age 13 and up. This October 4-5, your teen has
an opportunity to learn sailing basics as crew member on a CIMI Tall
Ship Expedition to Catalina Island. Two full days of activity will
feature the Sail Training program, which teaches students the basics
of sailing, coastal navigation, marine biology, oceanography and
more. Each student participates as a crew member assisting in
raising the sails, manning the helm, and standing watch.
Participants will get to snorkel in the world class, amazingly clear
waters surrounding Catalina Island! For details on the ship and
program, visit our website.
Membership to SHEA is not required to attend this trip, but members
do get a discount. The cost for this weekend adventure is $219 for
SHEA members, $234 for non-members. Four meals are included (2 on
Saturday, 2 on Sunday), and the accommodations are quite comfortable
with separate male / female quarters and showers. Slots are still
available for both adult chaperones and students, but space on the
ship is limited and the deadline to register and get your deposit in
is April 11th .
More field trip details can be found on our website at
http://www.southwest-home-
education.com/socialopportunities/tallships.html
If you have any questions that are not answered on our website,
please feel free to contact our field trip coordinators at:
fieldtrips@sw-home-edu.com
Dianne McLean, SHEA Director
Dianne@sw-home-edu.com
Cell: 928-542-1387
--Article: The Right to Home-School
- The Loft - http://www.gopusa.com/theloft -
The Right to Home-School
Posted By Chuck Muth On March 25, 2008 at 10:52 am
According to three California judges, parents "do not have a constitutional right to homeschool their children."
By thus ruling, the judges turned the parents of some 166,000 home-schooled children into criminals with the snap of their fingers and the stroke of a pen. According to these paragons of justice, parents should be forced to send their children to government-run education camps, whether they like it or not.
Wars have been started over less.
In my home state of Nevada, at least for now, the law sorta recognizes a parent’s right to educate their own children at home. However, the state still requires home-school parents to “register” with the government, ostensibly for “truancy” purposes. But this raises the same legitimate argument raised against gun registration: If the government knows who all the home-school parents are, and if three nitwit judges suddenly determine they’re all criminals, the government will know exactly who to round up.
Which is why I have pointedly elected NOT to fill out the “required” paperwork “registering” my children as being home-schooled. While many home-schoolers maintain that simple “registration” is not an onerous condition, I strenuously object to being required to notify the government of what I consider to be an inalienable right to teach my own kids - with or without a “teaching” degree.
And if the local school district wants to do something about it, bring it on. They know where I live. If not, just call Child Protective Services. They have the address. We’re the same folks who let our kids play out front without shoes on.
All kidding aside, let me put this in even more stark terms.
Suppose a woman decides she wants to terminate her pregnancy. Is she required to “register” with the government in order to notify the authorities of this decision? No.
So then, why should a mother who chooses to bear the child instead not have the right to educate that child without “registering” with the government, hmmm? Why does a woman have the right to make a life-and-death decision, literally, without providing official government notification, but not the freedom to decide how to educate her child? Whose child is it anyway?
Granted, there is a community interest in having an educated populace. But that means education should be available and encouraged, not mandatory. In a free nation, people should retain the right to be stupid - a right exercised with reckless abandon by three judges in California last month.
If you outlaw home-schooling, only outlaws will be home-schoolers. Just call me Josie Wales.
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URL to article: http://www.gopusa.com/theloft/?p=677
The Right to Home-School
Posted By Chuck Muth On March 25, 2008 at 10:52 am
According to three California judges, parents "do not have a constitutional right to homeschool their children."
By thus ruling, the judges turned the parents of some 166,000 home-schooled children into criminals with the snap of their fingers and the stroke of a pen. According to these paragons of justice, parents should be forced to send their children to government-run education camps, whether they like it or not.
Wars have been started over less.
In my home state of Nevada, at least for now, the law sorta recognizes a parent’s right to educate their own children at home. However, the state still requires home-school parents to “register” with the government, ostensibly for “truancy” purposes. But this raises the same legitimate argument raised against gun registration: If the government knows who all the home-school parents are, and if three nitwit judges suddenly determine they’re all criminals, the government will know exactly who to round up.
Which is why I have pointedly elected NOT to fill out the “required” paperwork “registering” my children as being home-schooled. While many home-schoolers maintain that simple “registration” is not an onerous condition, I strenuously object to being required to notify the government of what I consider to be an inalienable right to teach my own kids - with or without a “teaching” degree.
And if the local school district wants to do something about it, bring it on. They know where I live. If not, just call Child Protective Services. They have the address. We’re the same folks who let our kids play out front without shoes on.
All kidding aside, let me put this in even more stark terms.
Suppose a woman decides she wants to terminate her pregnancy. Is she required to “register” with the government in order to notify the authorities of this decision? No.
So then, why should a mother who chooses to bear the child instead not have the right to educate that child without “registering” with the government, hmmm? Why does a woman have the right to make a life-and-death decision, literally, without providing official government notification, but not the freedom to decide how to educate her child? Whose child is it anyway?
Granted, there is a community interest in having an educated populace. But that means education should be available and encouraged, not mandatory. In a free nation, people should retain the right to be stupid - a right exercised with reckless abandon by three judges in California last month.
If you outlaw home-schooling, only outlaws will be home-schoolers. Just call me Josie Wales.
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URL to article: http://www.gopusa.com/theloft/?p=677
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Pick up a copy of this week's Alibi and read about
The One Night Stanleys' newly acquired Ninja Skills!
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FRIDAY NITE 8pm
No Apparent Reason
Friday 28th, 8:00 pm - Tickets are $5
Some sort of a description will go here. As soon as I get something from Rory I'll replace this. Actually Rory did send us something, but I can't find it in the long list of emails we have. If nothing goes in here before the show you should come see it anyway. It's very funny.
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SOME LOOKING AUDIENCE MEMBER WILL WIN A GIANT 19" COLOR TV
The One Night Stanleys
Saturdays March 29th, and April 12th at 9:00 pm
April 5th at 8:00pm
Tickets are $6
“We Can’t Promise You Breakfast, Only a Good Time, Baby!”
The One Night Stanleys will astonish you with their lightning-fast improvisational comedy. Working with audience input, The One Night Stanleys create a hilarious, original long-form improv performance. Believe me, when you wake up Sunday morning, you won’t regret having spent Saturday night with the members of The One Night Stanleys: Joe Carney, Nando Fresquez, Alex Knight, and Steve Lucero.
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Next weekend!
Mild Peril Presents:
Adult Content
an All Ages Show!*
Friday & Saturday April 4th and 5th
10:00pm
Tickets are $5.00
Love! Laughs! Lunch! Mild Peril Presents: Adult Content, an All Ages Show!* Come see the fourth installment of the multi-media extravaganza that is the Mild Peril Sketch Comedy Troupe! Will it be funny? Of course! Will it make you feel better about yourself? You bet! Will there be a dance number? Sure! Why not? Is this too good to be true? No, not really. Come on down to The Box on April 4th-5th at 10:00pm to see hilarity in many forms! You like dating? We can do that! You like snails? We got that too! You may be worried that you won't get enough of us in just two nights, but don't worry, this show is the first of several Mild Peril shows throughout the year! So bring your friends and your friend's friends to Mild Peril Presents: Adult Content, an All Ages Show!*
*This is not an all ages show.This show contains adult language & situations and is intended for mature audiences.
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YOU ASKED FOR IT... YOU GOT IT!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!
BACK FOR ONE WEEKEND ONLY.
APRIL 11TH - 13TH
Tickets are going fast!!
AUDITIONS:
Meredith Willson's
THE MUSIC MAN JUNIOR
See details below
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Audition and Acting Techniques for Kids
April 5 - April 26
2:00PM TO 3:30
$80.00 - Ages 8-15
Auditioning is different from acting. It requires special skills and the ability to compete under stress in compressed time. Read More...
FOUR MORE STUDENTS NEEDED TO MAKE THE CLASS HAPPEN. SIGN UP TODAY.Class limited to 12 students.
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SUMMER CAMPS
Theatre Comedy Camp
Session One- June 2nd-June 6th
9:00am-3:00pm
Session Two- July 14th-July 18th
9:00am- 3:00pm
Ages: 8-15 years old
Junior Actors Camp
One Session: June 23rd- 27th
9:00 am- 3:00pm
Ages: 12-15 years old
Camps are starting to fill up FAST, session one comedy only has a few slots left.
Early Registration Discount
Click Here for more detail and to register your child on-line.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS.
THE GRYFFINDORKS &
THE COPYRIGHTS
Teen Improv
April 4th 7:00pm
Tickets Just $5
Show Description
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AUDITIONS:
THE MUSIC MAN
May 6th and 7th
6:30pm - 8:00 pm
Casting Boys and Girls 7 to 15.
Audition will consist of a cold reading and you will have to sing a short song a capella.Email info@theboxabq.com for an audition time.
The Music Man is an American musical classic, following fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill and his visit to River City, Iowa where he meets and falls in love... Read More
You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website or signed up at the theatre.
Our mailing address is:
The Box Performance Space
1025 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Our telephone:
505-404-1578
IMPROV THIS WEEKEND
Pick up a copy of this week's Alibi and read about
The One Night Stanleys' newly acquired Ninja Skills!
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FRIDAY NITE 8pm
No Apparent Reason
Friday 28th, 8:00 pm - Tickets are $5
Some sort of a description will go here. As soon as I get something from Rory I'll replace this. Actually Rory did send us something, but I can't find it in the long list of emails we have. If nothing goes in here before the show you should come see it anyway. It's very funny.
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SATURDAY NITE 9pm
SOME LOOKING AUDIENCE MEMBER WILL WIN A GIANT 19" COLOR TV
The One Night Stanleys
Saturdays March 29th, and April 12th at 9:00 pm
April 5th at 8:00pm
Tickets are $6
“We Can’t Promise You Breakfast, Only a Good Time, Baby!”
The One Night Stanleys will astonish you with their lightning-fast improvisational comedy. Working with audience input, The One Night Stanleys create a hilarious, original long-form improv performance. Believe me, when you wake up Sunday morning, you won’t regret having spent Saturday night with the members of The One Night Stanleys: Joe Carney, Nando Fresquez, Alex Knight, and Steve Lucero.
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Next weekend!
Mild Peril Presents:
Adult Content
an All Ages Show!*
Friday & Saturday April 4th and 5th
10:00pm
Tickets are $5.00
Love! Laughs! Lunch! Mild Peril Presents: Adult Content, an All Ages Show!* Come see the fourth installment of the multi-media extravaganza that is the Mild Peril Sketch Comedy Troupe! Will it be funny? Of course! Will it make you feel better about yourself? You bet! Will there be a dance number? Sure! Why not? Is this too good to be true? No, not really. Come on down to The Box on April 4th-5th at 10:00pm to see hilarity in many forms! You like dating? We can do that! You like snails? We got that too! You may be worried that you won't get enough of us in just two nights, but don't worry, this show is the first of several Mild Peril shows throughout the year! So bring your friends and your friend's friends to Mild Peril Presents: Adult Content, an All Ages Show!*
*This is not an all ages show.This show contains adult language & situations and is intended for mature audiences.
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YOU ASKED FOR IT... YOU GOT IT!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!
BACK FOR ONE WEEKEND ONLY.
APRIL 11TH - 13TH
Tickets are going fast!!
AUDITIONS:
Meredith Willson's
THE MUSIC MAN JUNIOR
See details below
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Audition and Acting Techniques for Kids
April 5 - April 26
2:00PM TO 3:30
$80.00 - Ages 8-15
Auditioning is different from acting. It requires special skills and the ability to compete under stress in compressed time. Read More...
FOUR MORE STUDENTS NEEDED TO MAKE THE CLASS HAPPEN. SIGN UP TODAY.Class limited to 12 students.
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SUMMER CAMPS
Theatre Comedy Camp
Session One- June 2nd-June 6th
9:00am-3:00pm
Session Two- July 14th-July 18th
9:00am- 3:00pm
Ages: 8-15 years old
Junior Actors Camp
One Session: June 23rd- 27th
9:00 am- 3:00pm
Ages: 12-15 years old
Camps are starting to fill up FAST, session one comedy only has a few slots left.
Early Registration Discount
Click Here for more detail and to register your child on-line.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MARK YOUR CALENDARS.
THE GRYFFINDORKS &
THE COPYRIGHTS
Teen Improv
April 4th 7:00pm
Tickets Just $5
Show Description
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AUDITIONS:
THE MUSIC MAN
May 6th and 7th
6:30pm - 8:00 pm
Casting Boys and Girls 7 to 15.
Audition will consist of a cold reading and you will have to sing a short song a capella.Email info@theboxabq.com for an audition time.
The Music Man is an American musical classic, following fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill and his visit to River City, Iowa where he meets and falls in love... Read More
You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website or signed up at the theatre.
Our mailing address is:
The Box Performance Space
1025 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Our telephone:
505-404-1578
TOMORROW! Class at the National Atomic Museum on Friday March 28th
Tabitha,
I would really appreciate it if you would pass this on to any home school families you know.
The National Atomic Museum is looking for 15 1st-3rd graders to participate in a science class in our children's area on Friday, March 28th from 2-3 PM. The program would be about basic physics (force/energy/matter), and the child(ren) and parents would be admitted to the museum free of charge. We have a potential donor coming to the museum who is interested in our educational programs, so the children are going to be observed during the lesson.
If anyone is interested in participating, email or call Jessica Coyle at jlcoyle@sandia.gov or 245-2137x120. Please state the number of children participating in the lesson and the total number of people coming so that I can give the information to the front desk. We are only able to accommodate 15 children, so attendance will be based on who emails first. I will contact people starting Monday to let them know about attendance.
Thank you so much!
Jessica Coyle
Enrichment Education Coordinator
National Atomic Museum
(505)245-2137x120
jlcoyle@sandia.gov
I would really appreciate it if you would pass this on to any home school families you know.
The National Atomic Museum is looking for 15 1st-3rd graders to participate in a science class in our children's area on Friday, March 28th from 2-3 PM. The program would be about basic physics (force/energy/matter), and the child(ren) and parents would be admitted to the museum free of charge. We have a potential donor coming to the museum who is interested in our educational programs, so the children are going to be observed during the lesson.
If anyone is interested in participating, email or call Jessica Coyle at jlcoyle@sandia.gov or 245-2137x120. Please state the number of children participating in the lesson and the total number of people coming so that I can give the information to the front desk. We are only able to accommodate 15 children, so attendance will be based on who emails first. I will contact people starting Monday to let them know about attendance.
Thank you so much!
Jessica Coyle
Enrichment Education Coordinator
National Atomic Museum
(505)245-2137x120
jlcoyle@sandia.gov
Oklahoma City University Performing Arts Academy & Music--Students from around the US
This is a summer program that kids from around the country go to attend.--Tabbi
We're All in This Together!
High School Musical's Effect on Live Theater
No one can deny the phenomenon that is "High School Musical." What started as a Disney Channel TV movie has grown into an Emmy winning hit, an equally successful sequel (with a third on the way) a concert tour, and countless merchandise. But HSM has also opened the world of performing and live theatre to a whole new generation. Disney has reported that there have been over 2,000 productions in the year that rights have been available.
Dramabiz magazine interviewed a high school cast of HSM about the show and why it is so popular. Members said that the movie's success made it okay and even popular to audition for the show. " The score is contemporary music that you'd hear on the radio now...it speaks to what is contemporary music for kids today."
People have likened it to the popularity of Grease for the same reasons. When Grease was released, the music was current and allowed people to enjoy theatre because it wasn't something old fashioned or dated.
Regardless of why High School Musical has had such a large impact on today's youth, hopefully it will inspire another generation to appreciate and enjoy the future of live theatre.
Can You Feel the Love Tonight?
Famous Love Songs in Opera
February was the month of love, valentines filling every card store, pink and red hearts in every store display, and everywhere you go love songs playing. However, there are some love songs you're not likely to hear, namely the ones found in opera.
Operatic songs of love are some of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written. Here are a few of the classics for you to investigate.
Oh! Mio Babbino Caro from Gianni Schicchi by Puccini
Nessun Dorma from Turandot by Puccini
Caro Nome from Rigoletto by Verdi
Voi Che Sapete from Le Nozze di Figaro by Mozart
Celeste Aida from Aida by Verdi
These are guaranteed to get you in the mood to fall in love.
On the Other Side of the Stage
Many people aspire to be actors or singers, but there are roles even more important to theatre than those played on the stage. I am talking about theatre management and administrators.
These professionals are responsible for marketing, accounting, fundraising, and managing for theatres across the country. They are even responsible for a lot of public policy on the state and federal level. Without them, theatres would likely go out of business or suffer small houses.
However, in order to be competitive in today's job market even these highly skilled professionals are finding that is necessary to obtain a master's degree in their field. Many students in this field began by pursuing a performance degree for their undergraduate work. This allows them to better understand both sides of the business and shows them opportunities a performance degree can offer students other than just being on the stage.
There are several different degrees offered around the country including M.F.A., M.A. and M.B.A. in arts or theatre management. Many of these degrees offer extensive internships at regional theatres and give students the opportunity to do some crucial networking to help them find a position after graduation.
Several schools report that theatre companies will often hire graduate students right after graduation. Graduates of these programs can even find themselves working at institutions such as Metropolitan Opera Guild, New Dramatists, and the Baryshnikov Dance Foundation.
These unsung heroes "save" the show every time and will never see their name on a marquee, so the next time you're at a show applaud a little louder for the management that helped make the performance you just enjoyed.
Music-ally Speaking
The Romantic Period ca. 1820 - 1910
A period in music known for it's expressive nature, use of extreme dynamics and emphasis on composition for the pianoforte, known today as the piano. This era of music followed the growth of Romanticism in both literature and art in Europe. There is a large amount of lied, German art song, set to poems of poets of the time. Themes of these songs included the supernatural, unrequited love, and nature/pastoral settings.
Famous Romantic Composers:
Schumann, Schubert, Chopin, Berlioz, Wagner, Liszt
Upcoming Auditions for Summer Programs
We only have one more audition coming up this spring for our summer programs.
March 28th-29th Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK
Don't forget you can always submit a DVD if you can't make it to one of our live auditions. Find audition information and deadlines at www.okcu.edu/music/academy.
Don't miss out on this once in a lifetime chance to prepare for the life of a performing major!
Dates for Summer Programs
Our 2008 OCU Summer Programs Are:
High School Musical Theater Program (Session I) June 14 – July 5 (Session II) July 12 – August 2
Junior High Musical Theater Program (Session I) June 14 – 28 (Session II) July 12 – 26
Summer Percussion Program (High School) June 23 – 27 (Junior High) June 16 - 20
Vocal Arts Institute June 28 – July 12
New Programs for Summer 2008:
High School Theatre Institute June 28 – July 19
High School Technical Theatre Program (Session I) June 14–July 16 (Session II) July 5 – 26
We are still accepting applications and auditions for all programs.
2008 Summer Program Shows Announced
We just announced this month that our Jr. High Musical Theater Program will be performing the famous Fiddler on the Roof Jr.
Our High School Musical Theater Program will be performing Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd fresh from the silver screen.
Also our High School Theater Institute will be concluding their program with a performance of Shakespeare's classic A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Stay tuned for the announcement of our Vocal Arts opera.
That’s the news for this month! Please feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions with us by e-mailing jmoad@okcu.edu. We always like to hear from our members!
JoBeth Moad
Oklahoma City University
Performing Arts Academy & OCU Summer Music Programs
We're All in This Together!
High School Musical's Effect on Live Theater
No one can deny the phenomenon that is "High School Musical." What started as a Disney Channel TV movie has grown into an Emmy winning hit, an equally successful sequel (with a third on the way) a concert tour, and countless merchandise. But HSM has also opened the world of performing and live theatre to a whole new generation. Disney has reported that there have been over 2,000 productions in the year that rights have been available.
Dramabiz magazine interviewed a high school cast of HSM about the show and why it is so popular. Members said that the movie's success made it okay and even popular to audition for the show. " The score is contemporary music that you'd hear on the radio now...it speaks to what is contemporary music for kids today."
People have likened it to the popularity of Grease for the same reasons. When Grease was released, the music was current and allowed people to enjoy theatre because it wasn't something old fashioned or dated.
Regardless of why High School Musical has had such a large impact on today's youth, hopefully it will inspire another generation to appreciate and enjoy the future of live theatre.
Can You Feel the Love Tonight?
Famous Love Songs in Opera
February was the month of love, valentines filling every card store, pink and red hearts in every store display, and everywhere you go love songs playing. However, there are some love songs you're not likely to hear, namely the ones found in opera.
Operatic songs of love are some of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written. Here are a few of the classics for you to investigate.
Oh! Mio Babbino Caro from Gianni Schicchi by Puccini
Nessun Dorma from Turandot by Puccini
Caro Nome from Rigoletto by Verdi
Voi Che Sapete from Le Nozze di Figaro by Mozart
Celeste Aida from Aida by Verdi
These are guaranteed to get you in the mood to fall in love.
On the Other Side of the Stage
Many people aspire to be actors or singers, but there are roles even more important to theatre than those played on the stage. I am talking about theatre management and administrators.
These professionals are responsible for marketing, accounting, fundraising, and managing for theatres across the country. They are even responsible for a lot of public policy on the state and federal level. Without them, theatres would likely go out of business or suffer small houses.
However, in order to be competitive in today's job market even these highly skilled professionals are finding that is necessary to obtain a master's degree in their field. Many students in this field began by pursuing a performance degree for their undergraduate work. This allows them to better understand both sides of the business and shows them opportunities a performance degree can offer students other than just being on the stage.
There are several different degrees offered around the country including M.F.A., M.A. and M.B.A. in arts or theatre management. Many of these degrees offer extensive internships at regional theatres and give students the opportunity to do some crucial networking to help them find a position after graduation.
Several schools report that theatre companies will often hire graduate students right after graduation. Graduates of these programs can even find themselves working at institutions such as Metropolitan Opera Guild, New Dramatists, and the Baryshnikov Dance Foundation.
These unsung heroes "save" the show every time and will never see their name on a marquee, so the next time you're at a show applaud a little louder for the management that helped make the performance you just enjoyed.
Music-ally Speaking
The Romantic Period ca. 1820 - 1910
A period in music known for it's expressive nature, use of extreme dynamics and emphasis on composition for the pianoforte, known today as the piano. This era of music followed the growth of Romanticism in both literature and art in Europe. There is a large amount of lied, German art song, set to poems of poets of the time. Themes of these songs included the supernatural, unrequited love, and nature/pastoral settings.
Famous Romantic Composers:
Schumann, Schubert, Chopin, Berlioz, Wagner, Liszt
Upcoming Auditions for Summer Programs
We only have one more audition coming up this spring for our summer programs.
March 28th-29th Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK
Don't forget you can always submit a DVD if you can't make it to one of our live auditions. Find audition information and deadlines at www.okcu.edu/music/academy.
Don't miss out on this once in a lifetime chance to prepare for the life of a performing major!
Dates for Summer Programs
Our 2008 OCU Summer Programs Are:
High School Musical Theater Program (Session I) June 14 – July 5 (Session II) July 12 – August 2
Junior High Musical Theater Program (Session I) June 14 – 28 (Session II) July 12 – 26
Summer Percussion Program (High School) June 23 – 27 (Junior High) June 16 - 20
Vocal Arts Institute June 28 – July 12
New Programs for Summer 2008:
High School Theatre Institute June 28 – July 19
High School Technical Theatre Program (Session I) June 14–July 16 (Session II) July 5 – 26
We are still accepting applications and auditions for all programs.
2008 Summer Program Shows Announced
We just announced this month that our Jr. High Musical Theater Program will be performing the famous Fiddler on the Roof Jr.
Our High School Musical Theater Program will be performing Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd fresh from the silver screen.
Also our High School Theater Institute will be concluding their program with a performance of Shakespeare's classic A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Stay tuned for the announcement of our Vocal Arts opera.
That’s the news for this month! Please feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions with us by e-mailing jmoad@okcu.edu. We always like to hear from our members!
JoBeth Moad
Oklahoma City University
Performing Arts Academy & OCU Summer Music Programs
Resource: Cable in the Classroom
Do you use the television as a part of your studies? We do and this helps us to find out what to record and even just what is on...you can go in and change the settings to reflect older or younger students or specific studies! And then you get alerts in your emails. Enjoy!--Tabbi
http://www.ciconline.org
Cable in the Classroom (CIC) is the U.S. cable industry’s education foundation. Our mission is to foster the use of cable content and technology to expand and enhance learning for children and youth nationwide.
Working in partnership with and on behalf of the cable industry, CIC advocates for the visionary, sensible and effective use of media in homes, schools, and communities.
http://www.ciconline.org
Cable in the Classroom (CIC) is the U.S. cable industry’s education foundation. Our mission is to foster the use of cable content and technology to expand and enhance learning for children and youth nationwide.
Working in partnership with and on behalf of the cable industry, CIC advocates for the visionary, sensible and effective use of media in homes, schools, and communities.
Santa Fe: Enroll a teen girl you love in IMPACT's self-defense class this April!
She is based out of Santa Fe but if you have a group in another area contact her to see if she can set up a class for your group!--Tabbi
Enroll a teen you love in
IMPACT Personal Safety’s
20-hour Teen Girls’ Basics Course!
~ April 12, 13, 19 & 20th ~
2 weekends, 12:00-5:00 pm
SPACES STILL AVAILABLE!
Contact IMPACT to register today!
992-8833
You will learn to:
Discover your own strength!
Recognize & avoid potentially dangerous situations
Talk your way out of an assault
Defend yourself physically, if necessary
Work with your adrenaline (your body’s response to fear and danger)
Train in realistic scenarios with padded mock assailants (instructors trained to recreate common assault situations)
Sliding scale: $50-225*.
This class is automatically offered at half the cost of our 20-hr Women’s Basics Course
thanks to the Marissa’s Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Visit IMPACT’s website to watch a class video!
www.IMPACTPersonalSafety.org
992-8833 ~ PO Box 8350 Santa Fe, NM 87504 ~ www.IMPACTPersonalSafety.org
Enroll a teen you love in
IMPACT Personal Safety’s
20-hour Teen Girls’ Basics Course!
~ April 12, 13, 19 & 20th ~
2 weekends, 12:00-5:00 pm
SPACES STILL AVAILABLE!
Contact IMPACT to register today!
992-8833
You will learn to:
Discover your own strength!
Recognize & avoid potentially dangerous situations
Talk your way out of an assault
Defend yourself physically, if necessary
Work with your adrenaline (your body’s response to fear and danger)
Train in realistic scenarios with padded mock assailants (instructors trained to recreate common assault situations)
Sliding scale: $50-225*.
This class is automatically offered at half the cost of our 20-hr Women’s Basics Course
thanks to the Marissa’s Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Visit IMPACT’s website to watch a class video!
www.IMPACTPersonalSafety.org
992-8833 ~ PO Box 8350 Santa Fe, NM 87504 ~ www.IMPACTPersonalSafety.org
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
TONIGHT! 3/25- Triple Spaceship Flyby Alert
If you click on the Satellite Flybys Tool you enter your zip code but if you look WSW around 9 you should be able to see the Jules Verne (9:05PM) the shuttle and then the ISS (9:09PM) but watch the NASA Channel because the order could be wrong, the shuttle could be after the ISS and in a different orbit as they have undocked and are on the way home. If you get Direct TV Channel 283 is the NASA Channel and it you are geeky like our family you have it on all the time when the shuttle is up or basically just all the time so if you watch you will see the orbital telemetry map and you can see where they are in the world before you get to see them in the sky. Have fun homeschooling! If you get a chance check out the new Dexter robot on the ISS itself oh man is that cool and the new Japanese module makes it so cool! And if you are interested here is the info on the Jules Verne and what exactly it is http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080320095012.htm kind of cool that it is an automated transfer vehicle (ATV) and the astronauts at the ISS can use it to escape if needs be and they plan on using it take things to the ISS when the space shuttle is retired in 2010 and as a resupply ship when we go to Mars. Oh the joy of space stuff! lol--Tabbi
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Space Weather News for March 24, 2008
http://spaceweather.com
TRIPLE FLYBY ALERT: Space shuttle Endeavour has undocked from the International Space Station and the two spaceships are now orbiting Earth in tandem. This sets the stage for a series of rare *triple* flybys, which many sky watchers will be able to observe on Tuesday, March 25th. It's a triple because three spacecraft are involved. First to appear is the European Space Agency's Jules Verne cargo carrier flying 2000 kilometers ahead of the ISS-Endeavour combo. Jules Verne is about as bright as a 1st magnitude star. Four minutes later, and even brighter, the space shuttle and space station follow Jules Verne across the starry sky--a spectacular sight!
US and Canadian readers can find out when to look using our new Simple Satellite Flybys tool: http://spaceweather.com/flybys. (Note: We haven't forgotten about the rest of the world. Work is underway to expand our simple flyby predictions beyond North America to all parts of the globe. Stay tuned.)
SOLAR ACTIVITY: Who says the sun is quiet? Two new sunspots are growing rapidly near the sun's equator. Just yesterday they were almost invisible; now the active regions are several times larger than Earth and are putting on a good show for anyone with a backyard solar telescope. Visit http://spaceweather.com for movies, photos and updates.
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Space Weather News for March 24, 2008
http://spaceweather.com
TRIPLE FLYBY ALERT: Space shuttle Endeavour has undocked from the International Space Station and the two spaceships are now orbiting Earth in tandem. This sets the stage for a series of rare *triple* flybys, which many sky watchers will be able to observe on Tuesday, March 25th. It's a triple because three spacecraft are involved. First to appear is the European Space Agency's Jules Verne cargo carrier flying 2000 kilometers ahead of the ISS-Endeavour combo. Jules Verne is about as bright as a 1st magnitude star. Four minutes later, and even brighter, the space shuttle and space station follow Jules Verne across the starry sky--a spectacular sight!
US and Canadian readers can find out when to look using our new Simple Satellite Flybys tool: http://spaceweather.com/flybys. (Note: We haven't forgotten about the rest of the world. Work is underway to expand our simple flyby predictions beyond North America to all parts of the globe. Stay tuned.)
SOLAR ACTIVITY: Who says the sun is quiet? Two new sunspots are growing rapidly near the sun's equator. Just yesterday they were almost invisible; now the active regions are several times larger than Earth and are putting on a good show for anyone with a backyard solar telescope. Visit http://spaceweather.com for movies, photos and updates.
Special GROUP BUY for The History Channel Curriculum from the Co-op
A Co-op Group Buy Exclusive
SAVE UP TO 40%
on The History Channel ®
Multimedia Classroom Series
American AND Global History
Offer Expires 04-21-2008 at 11:59 pm Eastern
The Homeschool Buyers Co-op is pleased to present a Group Buy for The History Channel ® Multimedia Classroom series for BOTH American History AND Global History at deep discounts available for Homeschool educators exclusively at the Co-op!
Designed for middle school grades through Junior College levels, the Multimedia Classroom is a series of interactive lesson plans on CD-Rom designed by teachers for teachers. Each lesson loads onto your PC or MAC in minutes, but gives you years of valuable teaching tools!
Integrates 100's of exclusive, short video clips and primary source documents for easy access learning
Includes interactive maps & exercises for Geography study, historical images, vocabulary, discussion topics, critical thinking questions, Internet activities, complete bibliographies, web links for further explanation, and more.
Complete and flexible lessons that can be easily incorporated into your current teaching plans - OR use one of the COMPLETE SETS as a stand alone History program!
Comprehensive sets covering your choice of either American or World History
Correlated to your state social studies & language arts curriculum standards
Each program comes with BONUS - full-length documentary on DVD(s)
American History programs begin with Pre-Revolution and continue through to the Civil Rights Era (early to mid 60's).
Global History programs begin in Ancient time periods and continue to the Modern World.
By purchasing as a group, we will all save at least 15% and as much as 40% depending on how many History Curriculum sets 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 04-21-2008 at 11:59 pm Eastern.
Regards,
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
SAVE UP TO 40%
on The History Channel ®
Multimedia Classroom Series
American AND Global History
Offer Expires 04-21-2008 at 11:59 pm Eastern
The Homeschool Buyers Co-op is pleased to present a Group Buy for The History Channel ® Multimedia Classroom series for BOTH American History AND Global History at deep discounts available for Homeschool educators exclusively at the Co-op!
Designed for middle school grades through Junior College levels, the Multimedia Classroom is a series of interactive lesson plans on CD-Rom designed by teachers for teachers. Each lesson loads onto your PC or MAC in minutes, but gives you years of valuable teaching tools!
Integrates 100's of exclusive, short video clips and primary source documents for easy access learning
Includes interactive maps & exercises for Geography study, historical images, vocabulary, discussion topics, critical thinking questions, Internet activities, complete bibliographies, web links for further explanation, and more.
Complete and flexible lessons that can be easily incorporated into your current teaching plans - OR use one of the COMPLETE SETS as a stand alone History program!
Comprehensive sets covering your choice of either American or World History
Correlated to your state social studies & language arts curriculum standards
Each program comes with BONUS - full-length documentary on DVD(s)
American History programs begin with Pre-Revolution and continue through to the Civil Rights Era (early to mid 60's).
Global History programs begin in Ancient time periods and continue to the Modern World.
By purchasing as a group, we will all save at least 15% and as much as 40% depending on how many History Curriculum sets 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 04-21-2008 at 11:59 pm Eastern.
Regards,
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
Article: Home is Where the School Is
By Gregory J. Millman
During a break in a high school debate tournament not long ago, my 17-year-old son struck up a conversation with a student on the rival team from a New Jersey public school.
"Where's your school?" asked the boy. When my son replied that he was home-schooled, the student probed.
"How do you socialize when you're at home all the time?" he asked. "Well, for one thing, I'm here, right?" my son laughed
Read more here:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/03/21/AR2008032101451.html?hpid=opinionsbox1&sid=ST2008032301796
During a break in a high school debate tournament not long ago, my 17-year-old son struck up a conversation with a student on the rival team from a New Jersey public school.
"Where's your school?" asked the boy. When my son replied that he was home-schooled, the student probed.
"How do you socialize when you're at home all the time?" he asked. "Well, for one thing, I'm here, right?" my son laughed
Read more here:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/03/21/AR2008032101451.html?hpid=opinionsbox1&sid=ST2008032301796
Spring 2008 Classes @ Albuquerque Little Theatre
Hi Tabitha,
UPCOMING CLASSES AT ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATRE
QUESTIONS OR TO REGISTER PLEASE CONTACT:
Kathryn Morales: kmorales@swcp.com
Call: 242-4750
PLAYACTORS
AGES 4-6
Saturdays: 9:30-10:30am
April 5 - May 17, 2008
$70.00 7 week session
Instructor: Kathryn Morales
Theater is the art of "Let's Pretend!" In this Creative Dramatics workshop;
fun acting exercises, songs and stories are used to encourage creativity and
develop confidence in young artists. Students will develop their skills of
movement, voice and imagination. Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to play!
SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES FANS - An Actor's Workshop for You!
Ages: 8-14
Saturdays: 11am - 12:30pm
April 5 - May 24, 2008 ( NO CLASS APRIL 12)
$115.00 7 week session
Instructor: Leigh-Ann Santillanes
Jared, Simon and Mallory Grace have discovered something in their new home,
something their great-great-uncle Spiderwick left behind...Arthur Spiderwick's
Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You. This book leads the siblings
on a new adventure in a world they'd never seen, much less imagined! Come
explore the Spiderwick Chronicles(books 1-3) through activities including
bookmaking, collage, writing, drama and puppetry.
CREATIVE DRAMA for HOMESCHOOLERS
AGES: 6-11
Mondays: 1-2pm
April 7 - May 19, 2008
$70.00 7 week session
Instructor: Kathryn K Morales
A fun way to supplement your home schooling program. We will play theater
games,learn basic acting skills and bring favorite stories to life. Class
will include a showcase of some of their favorite dramatized stories at the
end of the 7 week session.
PLAYWRITING WORKSHOP
AGES: 9-12
Tuesdays: 4:15-5:15pm
April 8 - May 20, 2008
$70.00 7 week session
Instructor: Tania Ensign
This class will work together to create, stage and perform an original play
based on the stories and characters that emerge through improvisational
theater games. Final class will include a showcase of the play for families.
MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOP
AGES: 9-14
Tuesdays: 5:30-7pm
April 8 - May 20, 2008
$105.00 7 week session
Instructor: Tania Ensign
This class will focus on singing, movement, acting, stagecraft, and
auditioning. We will work on solos and ensemble songs from your favorite
musicals. The class will culminate in a final performance where we will
showcase our new skills.
COMEDY IMPROV
Ages: 10-15
Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30pm
Ages: 18 and up
Tuesdays: 7:00-8:00pm
April 22 - May 20, 2008
$50.00 5 week session
Instructor: Alex Knight
This class explores the basics of modern improvisational acting as taught by
Viola Spolin, Dell Close, Keith Johnstone, and Augusto Boal. We'll learn the
basic rules to Improv performance and move on to ensemble work and short form
comedy...oh yeah and play a lot!
SCENE STUDY CLASS
Ages: 9-15
Wednesdays: 5:15-6:30pm
April 9 - May 21, 2008
$85.00 7 week session
Instructor: Leigh-Ann Santillanes
Using the classical canon of children's theater scripts, this class will focus
on the performance of monologues as well as scenes. We will hone skills of
memorization, characterization, blocking, and vocal technique, all necessary
to excel in audition situations and performances. Class will culminate with a
performance of scenes and monologues for friends and family.
PLAYING WITH THE GODS: Mask, Mime, and Music
AGES: 8-12
Thursdays: 4:15-5:30pm
April 10 - May 22, 2008
$85.00 7 week session
Instructor: Elizabeth Huffman
Don't miss this awesome class where instructor Elizabeth Huffman from Los
Angeles teaches you how to create character with masks and, by acting without
words, tell these exciting fantasy stories with detail and emotional truth!
You will learn all about the ancient Gods of Greece and how to tell complex
stories through movement, music and gestures. By the end of the course the
group will present their complete myth.
THE ACTING DETECTIVE: From the Page to the Stage
AGES: 8-12
Fridays: 4:15-5:30pm
April 11 - May 23, 2008
$85.00 7 week session
Instructor: Elizabeth Huffman
Learn how to become an acting detective by taking apart the text for all the
clues that are there to help you build your character with depth and truth.
Elizabeth Huffman, a director from LOs Angeles, will teach you how to find
these clues that are hidden in plays and through scene work bring them to
light! This is for those students who have taken the acting tools class and
wish to go to the next step.
UPCOMING CLASSES AT ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATRE
QUESTIONS OR TO REGISTER PLEASE CONTACT:
Kathryn Morales: kmorales@swcp.com
Call: 242-4750
PLAYACTORS
AGES 4-6
Saturdays: 9:30-10:30am
April 5 - May 17, 2008
$70.00 7 week session
Instructor: Kathryn Morales
Theater is the art of "Let's Pretend!" In this Creative Dramatics workshop;
fun acting exercises, songs and stories are used to encourage creativity and
develop confidence in young artists. Students will develop their skills of
movement, voice and imagination. Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to play!
SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES FANS - An Actor's Workshop for You!
Ages: 8-14
Saturdays: 11am - 12:30pm
April 5 - May 24, 2008 ( NO CLASS APRIL 12)
$115.00 7 week session
Instructor: Leigh-Ann Santillanes
Jared, Simon and Mallory Grace have discovered something in their new home,
something their great-great-uncle Spiderwick left behind...Arthur Spiderwick's
Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You. This book leads the siblings
on a new adventure in a world they'd never seen, much less imagined! Come
explore the Spiderwick Chronicles(books 1-3) through activities including
bookmaking, collage, writing, drama and puppetry.
CREATIVE DRAMA for HOMESCHOOLERS
AGES: 6-11
Mondays: 1-2pm
April 7 - May 19, 2008
$70.00 7 week session
Instructor: Kathryn K Morales
A fun way to supplement your home schooling program. We will play theater
games,learn basic acting skills and bring favorite stories to life. Class
will include a showcase of some of their favorite dramatized stories at the
end of the 7 week session.
PLAYWRITING WORKSHOP
AGES: 9-12
Tuesdays: 4:15-5:15pm
April 8 - May 20, 2008
$70.00 7 week session
Instructor: Tania Ensign
This class will work together to create, stage and perform an original play
based on the stories and characters that emerge through improvisational
theater games. Final class will include a showcase of the play for families.
MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOP
AGES: 9-14
Tuesdays: 5:30-7pm
April 8 - May 20, 2008
$105.00 7 week session
Instructor: Tania Ensign
This class will focus on singing, movement, acting, stagecraft, and
auditioning. We will work on solos and ensemble songs from your favorite
musicals. The class will culminate in a final performance where we will
showcase our new skills.
COMEDY IMPROV
Ages: 10-15
Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30pm
Ages: 18 and up
Tuesdays: 7:00-8:00pm
April 22 - May 20, 2008
$50.00 5 week session
Instructor: Alex Knight
This class explores the basics of modern improvisational acting as taught by
Viola Spolin, Dell Close, Keith Johnstone, and Augusto Boal. We'll learn the
basic rules to Improv performance and move on to ensemble work and short form
comedy...oh yeah and play a lot!
SCENE STUDY CLASS
Ages: 9-15
Wednesdays: 5:15-6:30pm
April 9 - May 21, 2008
$85.00 7 week session
Instructor: Leigh-Ann Santillanes
Using the classical canon of children's theater scripts, this class will focus
on the performance of monologues as well as scenes. We will hone skills of
memorization, characterization, blocking, and vocal technique, all necessary
to excel in audition situations and performances. Class will culminate with a
performance of scenes and monologues for friends and family.
PLAYING WITH THE GODS: Mask, Mime, and Music
AGES: 8-12
Thursdays: 4:15-5:30pm
April 10 - May 22, 2008
$85.00 7 week session
Instructor: Elizabeth Huffman
Don't miss this awesome class where instructor Elizabeth Huffman from Los
Angeles teaches you how to create character with masks and, by acting without
words, tell these exciting fantasy stories with detail and emotional truth!
You will learn all about the ancient Gods of Greece and how to tell complex
stories through movement, music and gestures. By the end of the course the
group will present their complete myth.
THE ACTING DETECTIVE: From the Page to the Stage
AGES: 8-12
Fridays: 4:15-5:30pm
April 11 - May 23, 2008
$85.00 7 week session
Instructor: Elizabeth Huffman
Learn how to become an acting detective by taking apart the text for all the
clues that are there to help you build your character with depth and truth.
Elizabeth Huffman, a director from LOs Angeles, will teach you how to find
these clues that are hidden in plays and through scene work bring them to
light! This is for those students who have taken the acting tools class and
wish to go to the next step.
Monday, March 24, 2008
Calling All Scientists: Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge-Gr. 5-8
I did call and confirm, homeschoolers are eligible! You just have to be a US Citizen and be in grades 5-8. Have fun homeschooling!--Tabitha
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Reaching out to middle school students during the critical years when research indicates their interest in science begins to fade, Discovery Education and 3M have released a call for entries to the 2008 Young Scientist Challenge. Officially open for submissions through June 15, 2008, Discovery Education has broadened this year's competition to include all 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th graders nationwide. In addition, students will be challenged to create a 1-2 minute video about a specific scientific concept, which they will select from a list of concepts provided by YSC judges and all concepts will relate to the 2008 YSC theme, "The Science of Space."
If you need more information about the Discovery Education/3M 2008 Young Scientist Challenge, please let me know.
Best,
Charlene
608-839-9801
charlene@cblohm.com
Calling All Scientists:
Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge Announces Call For Entries
3M Joins Discovery Education to Host Premier National Science Competition for all
Middle School Students Nationwide
Silver Spring, MD (March 18, 2008) - Discovery Education and 3M have joined forces to present the 2008 Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge, which is officially open for submissions through June 15. 3M joins the Young Scientist Challenge, the nation's premier science competition for middle school students, as it heads into its 10th year of nurturing the next generation of American scientists. The Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge reaches out to students during the critical years when research indicates that their interest in science begins to fade, encouraging them to explore everyday scientific concepts and creatively share their findings with peers.
In 1999, Discovery Communications launched the Young Scientist Challenge in response to evidence that academic performance and interest among American students declines dramatically beginning in middle school. The Young Scientist Challenge is open to all 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders nationwide.
"The Young Scientist Challenge is an example of Discovery Education's long-standing commitment to science education," said Bill Goodwyn, President of Discovery Education. "This competition is especially important for students who were enthusiastic about science in elementary school, and who need encouragement to deepen their interest in scientific inquiry as they approach high school and college."
3M is, at its core, a science-based company committed to developing innovative technologies that produce thousands of imaginative products. This commitment has also fostered the desire to deepen an interest in the sciences and ignite a spirit of innovation in students nationwide. In addition to sponsoring the Young Scientist Challenge through 2010, 3M is providing 200 schools across the country access to Discovery Education Science, the comprehensive multimedia resource that supplements existing school curriculum with high-quality digital science content in a flexible online format.
"Our partnership with Discovery Education provides yet another platform to cultivate interest in science among students across the country," said Robert MacDonald, President, 3M Foundation. "As a bedrock of innovation, it is critical for companies like 3M to nurture such curiosities and talents for our future, and we are very proud to do so with Discovery."
As a diversified technology company, 3M understands the value of science and math education supporting youth development. For decades, 3M scientists and engineers have shared their enthusiasm for science and sparked student interest in science careers through several 3M-sponsored Science Encouragement Programs: Science Training Encouragement Program (STEP); Visiting Wizards; Technical Teams Encouraging Career Horizons (TECH); and Teachers Working in Science and Technology (TWIST).
A student's innovative use of everyday technology to communicate scientific knowledge is a key component of the 2008 Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge. Since its inception, the competition's philosophy has been that scientific knowledge is most valuable and effective when shared. As part of their entry, this year's Young Scientist Challenge competitors will shoot short videos demonstrating their understanding of a scientific concept, modeling the same techniques creative educators across the country use when they employ digital media to convey critical or complex concepts to students.
In the past nine years, more than 540,000 middle school students have been nominated to participate in the competition and nine exceptional young people have been honored as "America's Top Young Scientist of the Year" - the student who has the best understanding of, and ability to communicate, key scientific concepts. Winners have gone on to appear on local and national television, speak in front of members of Congress, work with the nation's top scientists and pursue academic careers in science.
Submission Process
In order to enter, students must be in grades 5 through 8, residing in the United States, and must submit a video entry online at www.discoveryeducation.com/youngscientist. The competition is open for entries between now and June 15, 2008. Students will be challenged to create a one- to two-minute video about a specific scientific concept, which they will select from a list of concepts provided by the Young Scientist Challenge judges. All concepts will relate to the 2008 Young Scientist Challenge theme, "The Science of Space." Each entry must demonstrate the student's understanding of the scientific concept explained and his or her comfort level discussing science in general.
Videos do not need to be "produced," as judges are not evaluating production skills. Videos may be recorded on cell phones or simple digital cameras, for example. In addition, local libraries and schools may be able to loan cameras to students. Videos will be screened to determine whether they meet all entry requirements and will then be presented to a panel of online judges.
During the summer, judges will review the video submissions and choose 51 semifinalists: one from each state and Washington, D.C. Winning entries will be based on the average of scores awarded by a panel of judges who will be evaluating creativity, persuasiveness, classroom suitability and content standards.
The Finals
In the fall, 10 finalists will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., for the competition finals, consisting of a series of individual and team challenges, some of them in front of a live audience. These age-appropriate challenges are developed and administered by Steve Jacobs, a science educator and the Young Scientist Challenge's head judge.
Finalists will be judged on their communication and scientific problem solving skills. At the end of the competition, America's Top Young Scientist will be awarded a $50,000 savings bond (valued at $25,000 USD). Other finalists will receive secondary prizes.
For more information about the 2008 Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge or to enter the competition, visit www.discoveryeducation.com/youngscientist.
For more information on Discovery Education Science, or any other products and services from Discovery Education, please visit www.discoveryeducation.com or call 800-323-9084.
About Discovery Education
Discovery Communications revolutionized television with the Discovery Channel and is now transforming classrooms through Discovery Education. Powered by the #1 non-fiction media company in the world, Discovery Education combines scientifically proven, standards-based digital media and a dynamic user community in order to empower teachers to improve student achievement. Already, more than half of all U.S. schools access Discovery Education digital services. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.
About 3M
A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M's core strength is applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms - often in combination - to a wide array of customer needs. With $24 billion in sales, 3M employs 75,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries.
# # #
For more information, please contact:
--Stephen Wakefield, Discovery Education, 240-662-2893, stephen_wakefield@discovery.com
--Glenn Carter, 3M , 651-737-0687, gacarter1@mmm.com
--
Charlene Blohm ----------------------- C. Blohm & Associates, Inc.
Public Relations & Marketing Consulting for Educational Publishers
411 West Oak St., Cottage Grove, WI 53527-9399
608-839-9800 main, -9801 direct, -9808 fax * 210-602-1444 mobile
charlene@cblohm.com **** www.cblohm.com
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Reaching out to middle school students during the critical years when research indicates their interest in science begins to fade, Discovery Education and 3M have released a call for entries to the 2008 Young Scientist Challenge. Officially open for submissions through June 15, 2008, Discovery Education has broadened this year's competition to include all 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th graders nationwide. In addition, students will be challenged to create a 1-2 minute video about a specific scientific concept, which they will select from a list of concepts provided by YSC judges and all concepts will relate to the 2008 YSC theme, "The Science of Space."
If you need more information about the Discovery Education/3M 2008 Young Scientist Challenge, please let me know.
Best,
Charlene
608-839-9801
charlene@cblohm.com
Calling All Scientists:
Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge Announces Call For Entries
3M Joins Discovery Education to Host Premier National Science Competition for all
Middle School Students Nationwide
Silver Spring, MD (March 18, 2008) - Discovery Education and 3M have joined forces to present the 2008 Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge, which is officially open for submissions through June 15. 3M joins the Young Scientist Challenge, the nation's premier science competition for middle school students, as it heads into its 10th year of nurturing the next generation of American scientists. The Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge reaches out to students during the critical years when research indicates that their interest in science begins to fade, encouraging them to explore everyday scientific concepts and creatively share their findings with peers.
In 1999, Discovery Communications launched the Young Scientist Challenge in response to evidence that academic performance and interest among American students declines dramatically beginning in middle school. The Young Scientist Challenge is open to all 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders nationwide.
"The Young Scientist Challenge is an example of Discovery Education's long-standing commitment to science education," said Bill Goodwyn, President of Discovery Education. "This competition is especially important for students who were enthusiastic about science in elementary school, and who need encouragement to deepen their interest in scientific inquiry as they approach high school and college."
3M is, at its core, a science-based company committed to developing innovative technologies that produce thousands of imaginative products. This commitment has also fostered the desire to deepen an interest in the sciences and ignite a spirit of innovation in students nationwide. In addition to sponsoring the Young Scientist Challenge through 2010, 3M is providing 200 schools across the country access to Discovery Education Science, the comprehensive multimedia resource that supplements existing school curriculum with high-quality digital science content in a flexible online format.
"Our partnership with Discovery Education provides yet another platform to cultivate interest in science among students across the country," said Robert MacDonald, President, 3M Foundation. "As a bedrock of innovation, it is critical for companies like 3M to nurture such curiosities and talents for our future, and we are very proud to do so with Discovery."
As a diversified technology company, 3M understands the value of science and math education supporting youth development. For decades, 3M scientists and engineers have shared their enthusiasm for science and sparked student interest in science careers through several 3M-sponsored Science Encouragement Programs: Science Training Encouragement Program (STEP); Visiting Wizards; Technical Teams Encouraging Career Horizons (TECH); and Teachers Working in Science and Technology (TWIST).
A student's innovative use of everyday technology to communicate scientific knowledge is a key component of the 2008 Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge. Since its inception, the competition's philosophy has been that scientific knowledge is most valuable and effective when shared. As part of their entry, this year's Young Scientist Challenge competitors will shoot short videos demonstrating their understanding of a scientific concept, modeling the same techniques creative educators across the country use when they employ digital media to convey critical or complex concepts to students.
In the past nine years, more than 540,000 middle school students have been nominated to participate in the competition and nine exceptional young people have been honored as "America's Top Young Scientist of the Year" - the student who has the best understanding of, and ability to communicate, key scientific concepts. Winners have gone on to appear on local and national television, speak in front of members of Congress, work with the nation's top scientists and pursue academic careers in science.
Submission Process
In order to enter, students must be in grades 5 through 8, residing in the United States, and must submit a video entry online at www.discoveryeducation.com/youngscientist. The competition is open for entries between now and June 15, 2008. Students will be challenged to create a one- to two-minute video about a specific scientific concept, which they will select from a list of concepts provided by the Young Scientist Challenge judges. All concepts will relate to the 2008 Young Scientist Challenge theme, "The Science of Space." Each entry must demonstrate the student's understanding of the scientific concept explained and his or her comfort level discussing science in general.
Videos do not need to be "produced," as judges are not evaluating production skills. Videos may be recorded on cell phones or simple digital cameras, for example. In addition, local libraries and schools may be able to loan cameras to students. Videos will be screened to determine whether they meet all entry requirements and will then be presented to a panel of online judges.
During the summer, judges will review the video submissions and choose 51 semifinalists: one from each state and Washington, D.C. Winning entries will be based on the average of scores awarded by a panel of judges who will be evaluating creativity, persuasiveness, classroom suitability and content standards.
The Finals
In the fall, 10 finalists will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., for the competition finals, consisting of a series of individual and team challenges, some of them in front of a live audience. These age-appropriate challenges are developed and administered by Steve Jacobs, a science educator and the Young Scientist Challenge's head judge.
Finalists will be judged on their communication and scientific problem solving skills. At the end of the competition, America's Top Young Scientist will be awarded a $50,000 savings bond (valued at $25,000 USD). Other finalists will receive secondary prizes.
For more information about the 2008 Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge or to enter the competition, visit www.discoveryeducation.com/youngscientist.
For more information on Discovery Education Science, or any other products and services from Discovery Education, please visit www.discoveryeducation.com or call 800-323-9084.
About Discovery Education
Discovery Communications revolutionized television with the Discovery Channel and is now transforming classrooms through Discovery Education. Powered by the #1 non-fiction media company in the world, Discovery Education combines scientifically proven, standards-based digital media and a dynamic user community in order to empower teachers to improve student achievement. Already, more than half of all U.S. schools access Discovery Education digital services. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.
About 3M
A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M's core strength is applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms - often in combination - to a wide array of customer needs. With $24 billion in sales, 3M employs 75,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries.
# # #
For more information, please contact:
--Stephen Wakefield, Discovery Education, 240-662-2893, stephen_wakefield@discovery.com
--Glenn Carter, 3M , 651-737-0687, gacarter1@mmm.com
--
Charlene Blohm ----------------------- C. Blohm & Associates, Inc.
Public Relations & Marketing Consulting for Educational Publishers
411 West Oak St., Cottage Grove, WI 53527-9399
608-839-9800 main, -9801 direct, -9808 fax * 210-602-1444 mobile
charlene@cblohm.com **** www.cblohm.com
Guide to Spring Fun in and around Albuquerque
*****ZOOLOVERS NOTE THE GREAT INFO AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS EMAIL!!--Tabbi******
Mayor Chávez and the City of Albuquerque wish you a happy spring!
Dear Tabitha,
The trees are starting to bloom and the weather's just starting to get nice. We've got your fill of fun activities for spring.
Spring activities in Albuquerque
Art
There are many art exhibits, both permanent and travelling, in Albuquerque this spring.
For the Greater Good: New Deal Art in New Mexico, 1933-1943 at the UNM Art Museum
Bill Brandt: A Retrospective at the Albuquerque Museum
Get more ideas...
Outdoor Activities
Want to get out there to enjoy that beautiful spring weather? Albuquerque has plenty of gorgeous places to walk, fish, and bike.
Rio Grande Botanic Garden
Petroglyph National Monument
Paseo del Bosque Bike Trail
Tingley Beach
Rio Grande Zoo
Performances
From Monty Python to Opera, there's sure to be a performance to please everyone this spring.
Cinderella's Glass Slipper
Cirque du Soleil
Mother's Day Symphony Concert at the Zoo
Monty Python's Spamalot
Tosca, an Italian Opera
More ideas...
And more...
There are myriads of other things happening in Albuquerque. Here are just a few...
First Friday Fractals
Run for the Zoo
Dia de Los Niños with Danny Solis
Airships: The Big, the Bad, and the Bold (extended through June 21)
Rozie the Elephant is Pregnant!
Albuquerque's own Asian elephant, Rozie, is now pregnant! Rozie was born at the Rio Grande Zoo in 1992 and is now all grown up and ready for motherhood.
Elephant gestation periods can last for up to two years, so it will be some time before we see Rozie's baby. In the meantime, she will be with the rest of the elephant herd at the Rio Grande Zoo.
Visit the Zoo
Hours
Location
Admission
Information provided by
The City of Albuquerque
Mayor Chávez and the City of Albuquerque wish you a happy spring!
Dear Tabitha,
The trees are starting to bloom and the weather's just starting to get nice. We've got your fill of fun activities for spring.
Spring activities in Albuquerque
Art
There are many art exhibits, both permanent and travelling, in Albuquerque this spring.
For the Greater Good: New Deal Art in New Mexico, 1933-1943 at the UNM Art Museum
Bill Brandt: A Retrospective at the Albuquerque Museum
Get more ideas...
Outdoor Activities
Want to get out there to enjoy that beautiful spring weather? Albuquerque has plenty of gorgeous places to walk, fish, and bike.
Rio Grande Botanic Garden
Petroglyph National Monument
Paseo del Bosque Bike Trail
Tingley Beach
Rio Grande Zoo
Performances
From Monty Python to Opera, there's sure to be a performance to please everyone this spring.
Cinderella's Glass Slipper
Cirque du Soleil
Mother's Day Symphony Concert at the Zoo
Monty Python's Spamalot
Tosca, an Italian Opera
More ideas...
And more...
There are myriads of other things happening in Albuquerque. Here are just a few...
First Friday Fractals
Run for the Zoo
Dia de Los Niños with Danny Solis
Airships: The Big, the Bad, and the Bold (extended through June 21)
Rozie the Elephant is Pregnant!
Albuquerque's own Asian elephant, Rozie, is now pregnant! Rozie was born at the Rio Grande Zoo in 1992 and is now all grown up and ready for motherhood.
Elephant gestation periods can last for up to two years, so it will be some time before we see Rozie's baby. In the meantime, she will be with the rest of the elephant herd at the Rio Grande Zoo.
Visit the Zoo
Hours
Location
Admission
Information provided by
The City of Albuquerque
All Homeschoolers invited to Starfire Day Camp in Tijeras
For those under 8; nature craft, (such as candle making, bird feeders, etc.), Ropes Course, bread on a stick, Nature game
Parents must stay with their children, light jackets, water and sack lunches will need to be brought along. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be doing lots of walking between the activities.
Cost is $10.00 per child and those as young as 4 will have activities geared towards them. This is a must pay if you sign up and checks need to be mailed to me immediately upon signing up, made payable to:
In Him Homeschoolers at 2A Locust Hill Rd Tijeras 87059. Sign up at fullhousewithsix@aol.com. Deadline to register is May 22nd, money must be received by May 25th.
Directions to the camp are: I-40 east/west to the Tijeras exit, # 175. Exit to the south, coming to the light at Wells Fargo and Western Mercantile. At this point either turn left onto or continue on Highway 337 (Old South 14) depending on the direction you came in from. Either way, you should be heading south at this point and passing Canyon Crossroads Animal Hospital on your left. Continue for 9 miles from the light, turn left at Oak Flat Road, for 1.5 miles, turn right at the Starfire Day Camp sign. Follow driveway down to the large circle and parking area.
Parents must stay with their children, light jackets, water and sack lunches will need to be brought along. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be doing lots of walking between the activities.
Cost is $10.00 per child and those as young as 4 will have activities geared towards them. This is a must pay if you sign up and checks need to be mailed to me immediately upon signing up, made payable to:
In Him Homeschoolers at 2A Locust Hill Rd Tijeras 87059. Sign up at fullhousewithsix@aol.com. Deadline to register is May 22nd, money must be received by May 25th.
Directions to the camp are: I-40 east/west to the Tijeras exit, # 175. Exit to the south, coming to the light at Wells Fargo and Western Mercantile. At this point either turn left onto or continue on Highway 337 (Old South 14) depending on the direction you came in from. Either way, you should be heading south at this point and passing Canyon Crossroads Animal Hospital on your left. Continue for 9 miles from the light, turn left at Oak Flat Road, for 1.5 miles, turn right at the Starfire Day Camp sign. Follow driveway down to the large circle and parking area.
Los Alamos Events Week of March 24
Information via http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LA-Homeschool
LA Events for the Week of 24 March
Swing Into Spring Music Concert
PEEC Winter Wednesdays - It's All About Food. . .
Wacky Wednesday at Aquatic Center
Nano Days at Bradbury Museum
Candidate meeting with Steve Pearce
Authors Speak Series: Noel Pugach as Lew Wallace
Los Alamos Arts Council's Guitars and Gateaux
Art expressions in Technology and Science
Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing on the Caldera
Spring Break Adventure Camp
http://visit.losalamos.com/events/
LA Events for the Week of 24 March
Swing Into Spring Music Concert
PEEC Winter Wednesdays - It's All About Food. . .
Wacky Wednesday at Aquatic Center
Nano Days at Bradbury Museum
Candidate meeting with Steve Pearce
Authors Speak Series: Noel Pugach as Lew Wallace
Los Alamos Arts Council's Guitars and Gateaux
Art expressions in Technology and Science
Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing on the Caldera
Spring Break Adventure Camp
http://visit.losalamos.com/events/
Resource: Christian Educational Publisher
Dear Home School Teacher,
Many teachers ask us, how do you teach a student to write a proper composition? This is a good question because most English and writing textbooks are inadequate when teaching writing skills. Some textbooks attempt to teach a little writing but it is not taught in a regular continuous method. These grammar and writing textbooks often present multiple types of writing in one or two scattered lessons.
Other English and literature textbooks ask students to prepare a composition without any instruction on how to accomplish the task; they assume students have learned how to write somewhere else. These English courses are also expensive, time consuming, and frustrating because after years of education, students are still unable to write a proper composition.
Our English and writing courses (grades 5-8) were prepared to teach students how to write proper compositions in a step-by-step method they can easily follow. Each of our consumable textbooks concentrates on only one type of writing composition that ensures student mastery. These hands-on learning books aid learning retention that lasts long after each course is completed.
Our affordable English and writing courses include consumable textbooks, teacher instructions, daily lesson plans, quizzes or tests, answers, grading writing instructions, grading writing charts, and/or writing check lists. There are no other English and writing courses that can even offer you all of these items for one low price as we do at $25.00-$35.00. Other programs may contain some of the items our courses include but you will be required to pay a separate price for each item, which may add up to a considerable total price of $75.00+.
Why pay high prices for courses that do not teach students the skills they need to succeed? Visit our web site to find a better, more affordable way to educate.
Resurrection Resources
E-Mail: sales@thefathersbooks.com
Web Site: http://www.thefathersbooks.com
Many teachers ask us, how do you teach a student to write a proper composition? This is a good question because most English and writing textbooks are inadequate when teaching writing skills. Some textbooks attempt to teach a little writing but it is not taught in a regular continuous method. These grammar and writing textbooks often present multiple types of writing in one or two scattered lessons.
Other English and literature textbooks ask students to prepare a composition without any instruction on how to accomplish the task; they assume students have learned how to write somewhere else. These English courses are also expensive, time consuming, and frustrating because after years of education, students are still unable to write a proper composition.
Our English and writing courses (grades 5-8) were prepared to teach students how to write proper compositions in a step-by-step method they can easily follow. Each of our consumable textbooks concentrates on only one type of writing composition that ensures student mastery. These hands-on learning books aid learning retention that lasts long after each course is completed.
Our affordable English and writing courses include consumable textbooks, teacher instructions, daily lesson plans, quizzes or tests, answers, grading writing instructions, grading writing charts, and/or writing check lists. There are no other English and writing courses that can even offer you all of these items for one low price as we do at $25.00-$35.00. Other programs may contain some of the items our courses include but you will be required to pay a separate price for each item, which may add up to a considerable total price of $75.00+.
Why pay high prices for courses that do not teach students the skills they need to succeed? Visit our web site to find a better, more affordable way to educate.
Resurrection Resources
E-Mail: sales@thefathersbooks.com
Web Site: http://www.thefathersbooks.com
US National Parks Contest
Information via the http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LA-Homeschool
And Finally, a Quick Contest
But first, the results from last month. When asked to name the national park that honors an American president who set his party's record for most ballots ever needed to nominate a candidate, Lorri Phile from Cincinnati, Ohio correctly answered – President James A. Garfield National Historic Site in Ohio.
For bonus points, Lorri told us that it took 36 ballots for Garfield to win the Republican nomination in 1880.
Way to go, Lorri!
Did You Know?
In the general election, Garfield defeated the Democratic candidate, Winfield S. Hancock, by only 1,898 votes out of 9.2 million. Only a few months after his inauguration, he was assassinated by a disgruntled office-seeker in Washington's Union Station. He died in September of his first year in office, becoming the second U.S. President to be assassinated.
And now, this month's challenge...
Name the national park that is home to more than 50 endangered species and is currently being threatened by two dangerous invasive species – one is native to South America and the other to Asia. For bonus points, name these species and explain why they are a threat to the park's ecosystem.
Send your answers to goparks@nationalparks.org.
And Finally, a Quick Contest
But first, the results from last month. When asked to name the national park that honors an American president who set his party's record for most ballots ever needed to nominate a candidate, Lorri Phile from Cincinnati, Ohio correctly answered – President James A. Garfield National Historic Site in Ohio.
For bonus points, Lorri told us that it took 36 ballots for Garfield to win the Republican nomination in 1880.
Way to go, Lorri!
Did You Know?
In the general election, Garfield defeated the Democratic candidate, Winfield S. Hancock, by only 1,898 votes out of 9.2 million. Only a few months after his inauguration, he was assassinated by a disgruntled office-seeker in Washington's Union Station. He died in September of his first year in office, becoming the second U.S. President to be assassinated.
And now, this month's challenge...
Name the national park that is home to more than 50 endangered species and is currently being threatened by two dangerous invasive species – one is native to South America and the other to Asia. For bonus points, name these species and explain why they are a threat to the park's ecosystem.
Send your answers to goparks@nationalparks.org.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Santa Fe Children's Museum Events for Week of 21 March
Information via the www.abqhomelearners.org
Parent Talk
Open Studio
Kid's Night Out
Shaving Cream Play
Charcoal Art
Kid's Night Out
Mask Making
Building Buildings
http://www.santafechildrensmuseum.org/calendar.php
Parent Talk
Open Studio
Kid's Night Out
Shaving Cream Play
Charcoal Art
Kid's Night Out
Mask Making
Building Buildings
http://www.santafechildrensmuseum.org/calendar.php
Rio Rancho: Manga & Cosplay at the Library
PRESS RELEASE
RIO RANCHO PUBLIC LIBRARY
755 Loma Colorado Dr NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Phone (505) 891-5013
Fax (505) 892-4782
Contact: Deimosa Webber-Bey
Phone: (505) 891-5013, ext 3031
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 20, 2008
MANGA AND COSPLAY AT THE LIBRARY
" The opening gala for the Manga Expo, a teen art show, will take
place at the Rio Rancho Public Library on Saturday, March 29, from
11am-4pm in the Loma Colorado Main Library auditorium at 755 Loma
Colorado Drive NE in Rio Rancho.
" The opening gala will be a COSPLAY event! Come dressed up as
your favorite manga or anime character and mingle with other cosplayers
while indulging in Japanese snacks and listening to J-pop.
" The Manga Expo art installation will then be on display for the
following five weeks, during which the library will screen anime films
once a week and hold a manga book-swap.
" Fan art as well as original creations will be available for
purchase through a silent auction during the month of April.
" For more information, contact Deimosa Webber-Bey, teen librarian
(505) 891-5013 x3031.
RIO RANCHO PUBLIC LIBRARY
755 Loma Colorado Dr NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Phone (505) 891-5013
Fax (505) 892-4782
Contact: Deimosa Webber-Bey
Phone: (505) 891-5013, ext 3031
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 20, 2008
MANGA AND COSPLAY AT THE LIBRARY
" The opening gala for the Manga Expo, a teen art show, will take
place at the Rio Rancho Public Library on Saturday, March 29, from
11am-4pm in the Loma Colorado Main Library auditorium at 755 Loma
Colorado Drive NE in Rio Rancho.
" The opening gala will be a COSPLAY event! Come dressed up as
your favorite manga or anime character and mingle with other cosplayers
while indulging in Japanese snacks and listening to J-pop.
" The Manga Expo art installation will then be on display for the
following five weeks, during which the library will screen anime films
once a week and hold a manga book-swap.
" Fan art as well as original creations will be available for
purchase through a silent auction during the month of April.
" For more information, contact Deimosa Webber-Bey, teen librarian
(505) 891-5013 x3031.
Article: Website Teaches Internet Safety (out of Las Cruces)
Information via www.abqhomelearners.org
Web site teaches Internet safety
By Steve Ramirez Sun-News reporter
Article Launched: 03/21/2008 12:00:00 AM MDT
LAS CRUCES — A new, collaborative initiative promoting Internet safety for children was announced Thursday by representatives of the city of Las Cruces, Las Cruces Public Schools and the New Mexico Attorney General's Office.
A Web site, called clickright.org, has been established to provide information that not only children can use, but also their parents and educators. Launch of the Web site was announced at a news conference Thursday at City Hall, at a ceremony that included Mayor Ken Miyagishima, Las Cruces Public Schools Superintendent Stan Rounds and Chief Deputy Attorney General Al Lama.
"This Web site will educate parents, their children and the community how not to fall prey to Internet dangers," Miyagishima said.
Read more here: http://www.lcsun-news.com/news/ci_8645449
Web site teaches Internet safety
By Steve Ramirez Sun-News reporter
Article Launched: 03/21/2008 12:00:00 AM MDT
LAS CRUCES — A new, collaborative initiative promoting Internet safety for children was announced Thursday by representatives of the city of Las Cruces, Las Cruces Public Schools and the New Mexico Attorney General's Office.
A Web site, called clickright.org, has been established to provide information that not only children can use, but also their parents and educators. Launch of the Web site was announced at a news conference Thursday at City Hall, at a ceremony that included Mayor Ken Miyagishima, Las Cruces Public Schools Superintendent Stan Rounds and Chief Deputy Attorney General Al Lama.
"This Web site will educate parents, their children and the community how not to fall prey to Internet dangers," Miyagishima said.
Read more here: http://www.lcsun-news.com/news/ci_8645449
Bookworks book store resource for teachers!
Teachers,
As the end of the school year approaches, you may be considering updating and refreshing your classroom library and book needs. Bookworks is a local, independent book store, and we love to work with schools! We have a large selection of picture books and a wide range of fiction for mid and young adult readers, as well as a the city's best selection of bilingual titles. There's always someone here to work with you personally and to help you make selections to build your classroom libraries. Teachers receive a twenty percent discount on classroom purchases.
Bookworks is a registered APS, Rio Rancho, Albuquerque Academy, Sandia Prep, Bosque School, and Menaul School vendor. We're open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. We love talking about books and look forward to working with you! You can come by in person or can call your order in, and if you'd like, we can deliver to your school or home. In addition, any Pre-K thru 12 teachers, principals, and librarians can sign up for our Educator's Discount program and receive 10% off on ALL purchases, even for personal use.
Please call us with any questions, and we look forward to seeing you!Thanks,
Connie Griffin and Lu Loomis
Children's Book Specialists Bookworks
4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-8139
kids@bkwrks.com
http://www.bkwrks.com
As the end of the school year approaches, you may be considering updating and refreshing your classroom library and book needs. Bookworks is a local, independent book store, and we love to work with schools! We have a large selection of picture books and a wide range of fiction for mid and young adult readers, as well as a the city's best selection of bilingual titles. There's always someone here to work with you personally and to help you make selections to build your classroom libraries. Teachers receive a twenty percent discount on classroom purchases.
Bookworks is a registered APS, Rio Rancho, Albuquerque Academy, Sandia Prep, Bosque School, and Menaul School vendor. We're open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. We love talking about books and look forward to working with you! You can come by in person or can call your order in, and if you'd like, we can deliver to your school or home. In addition, any Pre-K thru 12 teachers, principals, and librarians can sign up for our Educator's Discount program and receive 10% off on ALL purchases, even for personal use.
Please call us with any questions, and we look forward to seeing you!Thanks,
Connie Griffin and Lu Loomis
Children's Book Specialists Bookworks
4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-8139
kids@bkwrks.com
http://www.bkwrks.com
Albuquerque Museum Biennial Southwest Art Show
Information via www.abqhomelearners.org
Biennial Southwest '08
September 28 - November 30, 2008
The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History
Biennial Southwest '08 presents the best in contemporary art from Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. This year BSW '08 will present $10,500 in awards, including $5,000 for Best in Show. Juror for BSW '08 will be Dr. Stephanie Hanor, Senior Curator and Department Head for the Museum of Contemporary Art/San Diego. Hardcopy prospectus may be requested at 505-243-7255 or plgonzales@cabq.gov, or click on link below to download prospectus.
Call for entries! May 3 application deadline.
Click here for more information:
http://www.cabq.gov/museum/BiennialSouthwestProspectus.html
Click here for a prospectus:
http://www.cabq.gov/museum/pdf/biennialprospectus.pdf
The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History
2000 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque NM 87104
http://www.cabq.gov/museum
Museum admission: $4 Adults ($1 discount to NM residents w/ ID),
$2 Seniors (65+), $1 Children 4-12. Children 3 and under are free.
General admission is free first Wednesday of the month and every Sunday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The Albuquerque Museum is a division of the Cultural Services Department of the City of Albuquerque. Martin J. Chávez, Mayor.
Biennial Southwest '08
September 28 - November 30, 2008
The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History
Biennial Southwest '08 presents the best in contemporary art from Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. This year BSW '08 will present $10,500 in awards, including $5,000 for Best in Show. Juror for BSW '08 will be Dr. Stephanie Hanor, Senior Curator and Department Head for the Museum of Contemporary Art/San Diego. Hardcopy prospectus may be requested at 505-243-7255 or plgonzales@cabq.gov, or click on link below to download prospectus.
Call for entries! May 3 application deadline.
Click here for more information:
http://www.cabq.gov/museum/BiennialSouthwestProspectus.html
Click here for a prospectus:
http://www.cabq.gov/museum/pdf/biennialprospectus.pdf
The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History
2000 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque NM 87104
http://www.cabq.gov/museum
Museum admission: $4 Adults ($1 discount to NM residents w/ ID),
$2 Seniors (65+), $1 Children 4-12. Children 3 and under are free.
General admission is free first Wednesday of the month and every Sunday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The Albuquerque Museum is a division of the Cultural Services Department of the City of Albuquerque. Martin J. Chávez, Mayor.
Albuquerque: LIMITED SPACE LEFT - Annual Youth Conference on the Environment - FREE Conference to be held April 9, 2008
Dear Teachers,
I have space for about 30 more students at the Annual Youth Conference on the Environment co-sponsored by Sandia National Laboratories, the National Hispanic Cultural Center, the Environmental Education Association of New Mexico and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This year's conference will be held on Wednesday, April 9th, 2008 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center and the theme will be "The Bosque."
The conference is a one-day event for high school science students and environmental clubs that are interested in learning about environmental issues in New Mexico. Please fax or e-mail me the attached registration form if you would like your class to participate. Please call me at 844-1810 as soon as possible if you are interested. Please disregard this message if you have already registered.
Thank you,
Katrina Wagner, Outreach Coordinator
Sandia National Laboratories
844-1810
kmwagne@sandia.gov
I have space for about 30 more students at the Annual Youth Conference on the Environment co-sponsored by Sandia National Laboratories, the National Hispanic Cultural Center, the Environmental Education Association of New Mexico and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This year's conference will be held on Wednesday, April 9th, 2008 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center and the theme will be "The Bosque."
The conference is a one-day event for high school science students and environmental clubs that are interested in learning about environmental issues in New Mexico. Please fax or e-mail me the attached registration form if you would like your class to participate. Please call me at 844-1810 as soon as possible if you are interested. Please disregard this message if you have already registered.
Thank you,
Katrina Wagner, Outreach Coordinator
Sandia National Laboratories
844-1810
kmwagne@sandia.gov
Albuquerque: NM Museum of Natural History & Science-Week of March 21
Information via http://losalamoshomeschool.blogspot.com/2008/03/nmmnh-events-for-week-of-21-march.html
DynaTheater
Greece: Secrets of the Past: 10 AM, 11 AM, Noon, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM, 4 PM, and 5 PM
Prices for each show are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $4 for children 3-12.
**Ticket sales stop 10 minutes before showtime.**
For more information about the Lockheed Martin DynaTheater call (505) 841-2800
Visit www.GreeceFilm.com to learn more about Greece: Secrets of the Past
Dinosaurs Alive10:00am, 11:00am, Noon, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm
http://www.dinosalive.com/
The Living Sea11:00am, 3:00pm
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Current Planetarium Schedule
Night of the Titanic
The sinking of the Titanic in 1912 was part human error and part natural disaster. Weather, ice, sun, moon and stars all played a part in this horrific tragedy. Witness the catastrophe in full-dome and discover how this complex series of natural, but unlikely, events sank the "unsinkable" ship.
Enchanted Skies
Travel through the digital universe with our state-of-the-art 3D immersive reality tools and astronomical data and fly through the cosmos in stunning detail. Learn about the constellations and current celestial events in tonight's beautiful New Mexico sky. Explore our solar system and travel to the stars and beyond to see the universe as never before.
Enchanted Skies - 11:00am, & 3:00pm
Night of the Titanic - Noon & 2:00pmIt's About Time - 1:00pm
Prices for each show are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $4 for children 3-12.
**Ticket sales stop 10 minutes before showtime.**
For more information about the Planetarium call (505) 841-2800
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Tuesday, March 25
The Sandia Mountains
2:00pm, Atrium
A 15-minute Short Talk by Jayne Aubele, Museum Educator and Geologist.
Free with Museum Admission.
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Thursday, March 27
Ed Roberts - The Man Behind the Machine
2:00pm, Atrium
A 15-minute Short Talk by Wayne Adamcik, Graphic Designer/Webmaster.
Free with Museum Admission.
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http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/
DynaTheater
Greece: Secrets of the Past: 10 AM, 11 AM, Noon, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM, 4 PM, and 5 PM
Prices for each show are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $4 for children 3-12.
**Ticket sales stop 10 minutes before showtime.**
For more information about the Lockheed Martin DynaTheater call (505) 841-2800
Visit www.GreeceFilm.com to learn more about Greece: Secrets of the Past
Dinosaurs Alive10:00am, 11:00am, Noon, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm
http://www.dinosalive.com/
The Living Sea11:00am, 3:00pm
---------------------------------------------------------------
Current Planetarium Schedule
Night of the Titanic
The sinking of the Titanic in 1912 was part human error and part natural disaster. Weather, ice, sun, moon and stars all played a part in this horrific tragedy. Witness the catastrophe in full-dome and discover how this complex series of natural, but unlikely, events sank the "unsinkable" ship.
Enchanted Skies
Travel through the digital universe with our state-of-the-art 3D immersive reality tools and astronomical data and fly through the cosmos in stunning detail. Learn about the constellations and current celestial events in tonight's beautiful New Mexico sky. Explore our solar system and travel to the stars and beyond to see the universe as never before.
Enchanted Skies - 11:00am, & 3:00pm
Night of the Titanic - Noon & 2:00pmIt's About Time - 1:00pm
Prices for each show are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $4 for children 3-12.
**Ticket sales stop 10 minutes before showtime.**
For more information about the Planetarium call (505) 841-2800
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Tuesday, March 25
The Sandia Mountains
2:00pm, Atrium
A 15-minute Short Talk by Jayne Aubele, Museum Educator and Geologist.
Free with Museum Admission.
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Thursday, March 27
Ed Roberts - The Man Behind the Machine
2:00pm, Atrium
A 15-minute Short Talk by Wayne Adamcik, Graphic Designer/Webmaster.
Free with Museum Admission.
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http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/
Albuquerque Biopark & NMMNHS Summer Teaching Jobs
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Young Explorers Summer Camp 2008
Early Childhood Classroom Instructor
Location: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Department: Education
Supervisor: Family Programs Coordinator
Hours: Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Dates of Employment: June 16-20, June 23-27, July 7-11, and July 14-18
Compensation: $520 weekly
Summary: Young Explorers Summer Camp Instructors are hired as contractors
to teach the camp programs offered by the Museum. Information about the
early childhood camps, Knee-high Naturalists and Prehistoric Detectives can
be found at http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/edu_yngexplr.html. The
Museum-based curriculum contains child-centered, hands-on activities that
take place in the Museum’s classroom and exhibit halls. The camp takes
place in the morning and then the camp repeats in the afternoon with a
different group of children. Children attend camp on their own. The camp is
limited to 16 children and there is one aide to assist both of the Early
Childhood Classroom Instructors who teach the camp together.
Duties shall be as follows:
co-teach developed camp curriculum with other Early Childhood
Classroom Instructor
supervision of 16 campers
responsible for care of equipment and supplies
Qualifications:
bachelor’s degree in teaching or natural science
familiarity with the natural history of New Mexico
ability to teach as part of a team
strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferences given to:
formal or informal early childhood teaching experience
familiarity with child-centered, multi-modal, experience-based
curriculums
Conditions of employment:
authorization of a Department of Public Safety Criminal Background
Check and satisfactory result
attendance at and participation in three training days in late May
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references by mail or e-mail
to:
Jessica Sapunar-Jursich, Family Programs Coordinator
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
1801 Mountain Road NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104-1375
jessica.sapunar-jursich@state.nm.us
(505) 841-2822
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Dear Educators,
Each summer, the Albuquerque BioPark offers exciting employment
opportunities for teachers at the Rio Grande Zoo, Albuquerque Aquarium, Rio
Grande Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach. These teachers work for Camp
BioPark and the BioPark Nature Guide programs.
Camp BioPark teachers each conduct one of 15 different week-long day camps
for grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8 and grade 9. While teaching students about nature
and conservation, camp classes also include opportunities to go
behind-the-scenes in some areas, meet education animals up-close and
interact with BioPark staff. This informal education setting allows
teachers the flexibility to create their own curriculum. Class size is
10-12 students, and classes take place Monday-Friday.
BioPark Nature Guide coordinators facilitate the summer teen volunteer
programs at the Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden. The teens serve as
junior docents, teaching BioPark visitors about plant and animal life. The
BioPark Nature Guide coordinators are responsible for teaching and
supervising the teen volunteers. The Nature Guide program runs
Tuesday-Saturday, and the coordinators split their time between the three
BioPark facilities.
The position is a seasonal City of Albuquerque position. The pay rate is
$14.80/hour. This position is scheduled to post on the City’s website (
www.cabq.gov/jobs) this weekend. It will be open through Friday, March 28,
5:00pm. All applications must be received by the posted deadline – no
exceptions. It is required that all applicants include their pertinent
information in the body of the application. The City qualifies candidates
based on what is included in the application and NOT what is included in an
attached resume. Be as complete as possible when filling out the City’s
application – the electronic system can accommodate as much information as
applicants wish to include. Please be certain to specify all classroom
and/or informal teaching experience.
The minimum education and experience requirements are a bachelor’s degree
with major coursework in science, communication, education or related
field, plus two years full-time classroom or informal teaching experience,
preferably in science. Related education and experience may be
interchangeable on a year for year basis.
We will be conducting interviews immediately after the application period
ends. If hired, teachers must attend a training class on May 28 and 29 in
addition to a Monday in April or May.
Questions? Please feel free to contact me at 764-6247 or azahm@cabq.gov.
Allyson Zahm
Zoo Education Coordinator
& Acting BioPark Education Curator
Albuquerque BioPark Education
505.764.6247
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New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Young Explorers Summer Camp 2008
Male Field Instructor (with overnight camping)
Location: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Department: Education
Supervisor: Family Programs Coordinator
Hours: Monday through Friday 7:30am-4pm (including overnights when
applicable)
Dates of Employment: June 16-20, July 7-11, and July 14-18
Compensation: $620 weekly for the week-long camp that includes a one-night
overnight, $720 weekly for week-long camps that include a two-night
overnight
Summary: Young Explorers Summer Camp Instructors are hired as contractors
to teach the camp program offered by the Museum. This position is teaching
our Time Trekkers 1, Time Trekkers 2, and Sandia Explorers camps. Camp
information can be found on our website at
http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/edu_yngexplr.html. The camps are limited to
13 students and are taught by two Field Instructors, one male and one
female.
Duties shall be as follows:
co-teach developed camp curriculum with other Field Instructor
supervision of 13 campers both on and off-site
responsible for care of field equipment and supplies
prepare meals during camping
driving a 15 passenger van
Qualifications:
bachelor’s degree in teaching or natural science
formal or informal teaching experience
familiarity with the natural history of NM
ability to teach as part of a team
experience camping with children
strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferences given to:
experience teaching in an outdoor setting or museum setting
experience working with children in a camp-experience setting
familiarity with child-centered, multi-modal, experience-based
curriculums
Conditions of employment:
completion of a Defensive Driving course and van training course
attendance at and participation in a Wilderness First Aid Training
and CPR course
attendance at and participation in camp curriculum training days in
late May, early June
authorization of a Department of Public Safety Criminal Background
Check and satisfactory result
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references by mail or email to:
Jessica Sapunar-Jursich, Family Programs Coordinator
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
1801 Mountain Road NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104-1375
Jessica.Sapunar-Jursich@state.nm.us
(505) 841-2822
Young Explorers Summer Camp 2008
Early Childhood Classroom Instructor
Location: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Department: Education
Supervisor: Family Programs Coordinator
Hours: Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Dates of Employment: June 16-20, June 23-27, July 7-11, and July 14-18
Compensation: $520 weekly
Summary: Young Explorers Summer Camp Instructors are hired as contractors
to teach the camp programs offered by the Museum. Information about the
early childhood camps, Knee-high Naturalists and Prehistoric Detectives can
be found at http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/edu_yngexplr.html. The
Museum-based curriculum contains child-centered, hands-on activities that
take place in the Museum’s classroom and exhibit halls. The camp takes
place in the morning and then the camp repeats in the afternoon with a
different group of children. Children attend camp on their own. The camp is
limited to 16 children and there is one aide to assist both of the Early
Childhood Classroom Instructors who teach the camp together.
Duties shall be as follows:
co-teach developed camp curriculum with other Early Childhood
Classroom Instructor
supervision of 16 campers
responsible for care of equipment and supplies
Qualifications:
bachelor’s degree in teaching or natural science
familiarity with the natural history of New Mexico
ability to teach as part of a team
strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferences given to:
formal or informal early childhood teaching experience
familiarity with child-centered, multi-modal, experience-based
curriculums
Conditions of employment:
authorization of a Department of Public Safety Criminal Background
Check and satisfactory result
attendance at and participation in three training days in late May
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references by mail or e-mail
to:
Jessica Sapunar-Jursich, Family Programs Coordinator
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
1801 Mountain Road NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104-1375
jessica.sapunar-jursich@state.nm.us
(505) 841-2822
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Dear Educators,
Each summer, the Albuquerque BioPark offers exciting employment
opportunities for teachers at the Rio Grande Zoo, Albuquerque Aquarium, Rio
Grande Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach. These teachers work for Camp
BioPark and the BioPark Nature Guide programs.
Camp BioPark teachers each conduct one of 15 different week-long day camps
for grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8 and grade 9. While teaching students about nature
and conservation, camp classes also include opportunities to go
behind-the-scenes in some areas, meet education animals up-close and
interact with BioPark staff. This informal education setting allows
teachers the flexibility to create their own curriculum. Class size is
10-12 students, and classes take place Monday-Friday.
BioPark Nature Guide coordinators facilitate the summer teen volunteer
programs at the Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden. The teens serve as
junior docents, teaching BioPark visitors about plant and animal life. The
BioPark Nature Guide coordinators are responsible for teaching and
supervising the teen volunteers. The Nature Guide program runs
Tuesday-Saturday, and the coordinators split their time between the three
BioPark facilities.
The position is a seasonal City of Albuquerque position. The pay rate is
$14.80/hour. This position is scheduled to post on the City’s website (
www.cabq.gov/jobs) this weekend. It will be open through Friday, March 28,
5:00pm. All applications must be received by the posted deadline – no
exceptions. It is required that all applicants include their pertinent
information in the body of the application. The City qualifies candidates
based on what is included in the application and NOT what is included in an
attached resume. Be as complete as possible when filling out the City’s
application – the electronic system can accommodate as much information as
applicants wish to include. Please be certain to specify all classroom
and/or informal teaching experience.
The minimum education and experience requirements are a bachelor’s degree
with major coursework in science, communication, education or related
field, plus two years full-time classroom or informal teaching experience,
preferably in science. Related education and experience may be
interchangeable on a year for year basis.
We will be conducting interviews immediately after the application period
ends. If hired, teachers must attend a training class on May 28 and 29 in
addition to a Monday in April or May.
Questions? Please feel free to contact me at 764-6247 or azahm@cabq.gov.
Allyson Zahm
Zoo Education Coordinator
& Acting BioPark Education Curator
Albuquerque BioPark Education
505.764.6247
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New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Young Explorers Summer Camp 2008
Male Field Instructor (with overnight camping)
Location: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Department: Education
Supervisor: Family Programs Coordinator
Hours: Monday through Friday 7:30am-4pm (including overnights when
applicable)
Dates of Employment: June 16-20, July 7-11, and July 14-18
Compensation: $620 weekly for the week-long camp that includes a one-night
overnight, $720 weekly for week-long camps that include a two-night
overnight
Summary: Young Explorers Summer Camp Instructors are hired as contractors
to teach the camp program offered by the Museum. This position is teaching
our Time Trekkers 1, Time Trekkers 2, and Sandia Explorers camps. Camp
information can be found on our website at
http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/edu_yngexplr.html. The camps are limited to
13 students and are taught by two Field Instructors, one male and one
female.
Duties shall be as follows:
co-teach developed camp curriculum with other Field Instructor
supervision of 13 campers both on and off-site
responsible for care of field equipment and supplies
prepare meals during camping
driving a 15 passenger van
Qualifications:
bachelor’s degree in teaching or natural science
formal or informal teaching experience
familiarity with the natural history of NM
ability to teach as part of a team
experience camping with children
strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferences given to:
experience teaching in an outdoor setting or museum setting
experience working with children in a camp-experience setting
familiarity with child-centered, multi-modal, experience-based
curriculums
Conditions of employment:
completion of a Defensive Driving course and van training course
attendance at and participation in a Wilderness First Aid Training
and CPR course
attendance at and participation in camp curriculum training days in
late May, early June
authorization of a Department of Public Safety Criminal Background
Check and satisfactory result
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and three references by mail or email to:
Jessica Sapunar-Jursich, Family Programs Coordinator
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
1801 Mountain Road NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104-1375
Jessica.Sapunar-Jursich@state.nm.us
(505) 841-2822
Thursday, March 20, 2008
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See Your City! Check Out 5 Unique Neighborhood Walks.
http://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/images/Walk_nobhill.jpg/image_thumb
Nob Hill is one of Albuquerque’s favorite neighborhood shopping and restaurant districts. Discover the vibrant, ever-changing commercial corridor of small local businesses along Central Avenue and surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Nob Hill Walking Guide (PDF)
http://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/images/walk_duranes.jpg/image_thumb
Duranes is bounded by Rio Grande Boulevard and the Rio Grande River, just north of I-40 and Old Town.
Duranes Walking Guide (PDF)
http://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/images/walk_pathurley.jpg/image_thumb
The Pat Hurley neighborhood, though just across the river from Old Town and a short bus ride from downtown, sometimes seems a world away, with its fields, gardens, irrigation ditches, and narrow winding roads.
Pat Hurley Walking Guide (PDF)
http://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/images/walk_westpark.jpg/image_thumb
West Park is a tiny residential area near downtown sandwiched between the Albuquerque County Club, historic Route 66, and the Rio Grande.
West Park Walking Guide (PDF)
http://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/images/walk_raynolds.jpg/image_thumb
The Raynolds Addition, just west of downtown, has long been a favorite walking destination for both residents and nearby downtown workers.
Raynolds Walking Guide (PDF)
About the Albuquerque Neighborhood Walking Tour SeriesPedestrian advocates, neighborhood residents, and planning and design professionals collaborated on this series of neighborhood walking guides. These walks highlight the architecture, art, history, gardens, hidden gems, and quirky details of Albuquerque neighborhoods.
About WALK AlbuquerqueThe walking guide project is one of several initiated by WALK Albuquerque and the Albuquerque Alliance for Active Living to improve community healthy through increased daily activity. WALK Albuquerque is dedicated to creating and preserving safe, attractive, and accessible walking environments throughout the Albuquerque area. For information about activities and projects, please visit WalkAlbuquerque.orghttp://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/news/globe.gif or call (505) 344-9742.
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