Monday, February 1, 2010

Homeschooling 101


FCTH (Fellowship of Christian Teaching Homes) and THF (The Homeschooler's Friend) are teaming up to offer the first session, in a series of homeschooling orientations.

Date: Thursday, February 18
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm (childcare will not be provided for this session)
Location: Heritage Bible Church, 3380 State Ave, Panama City, FL

Speaker Details: Homeschooling 101-

• Helen Holmes is a certified Florida teacher, evaluator, and a veteran homeschooler. Helen will be discussing topics such as: how to begin homeschooling, Florida state homeschooling laws, curriculum styles, organization, and finding support.

• Brenda Dickinson is the lobbyist for the Home Education Foundation (HEF) and a vigilant defender of Florida home education rights. Brenda will speak on Florida Virtual School options and umbrella schools. Brenda will also be available following the orientation for any other questions regarding homeschoolers rights.

Separate Session: Politics of Homeschooling- Brenda Dickinson will also hold a separate session from 2:00pm-3:30pm (at Heritage Bible Church on Feb.18th) to discuss the political threats that are eroding our parental rights to homeschool and how we can ensure that we do not lose these rights. Childcare will be provided for this session only.

RSVPs: Not necessary, both sessions are open to the public and would be beneficial to all homeschoolers or those considering homeschooling. This is not a mom's only event, fathers and families are welcome to come. Childcare will not be provided for the evening session, please make your own arrangements if your child is too young to sit with you quietly.

Contact: Orientation@fcthpc.com with any questions.

We hope to see you there!

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