Saturday, December 7, 2013

[HUBNEWSLETTER] Homeschool HUB News Update--December 6

 

Homeschool HUB News Update--December 6

Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org  facebook:  www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy
 
The information below is offered to you as a service.  Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family.  The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.
 
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Yes, you are welcome to forward the newsletter to anyone who might be interested!  :-)


ON THE CALENDAR:

Details for the following events are on the calendar at: www.calendar.yahoo.com/homeschoolhub  (Check with those offering the program for cancellations or changes before you go.)

December 17--Homeschool Hangout, 2:00-3:30 at Clay Church Firehouse


GENERAL INTEREST

G1)  Listen free--Christmas song by homeschooler


G1)  Listen free--Christmas song by homeschooler

A 17 year old homeschool graduate in Indiana has written and recorded a song.  It's called "Home for Christmas" and you can listen to the entire song on Reverb Nation: http://www.reverbnation.com/katherinecoopermusic Katherine's family is hoping other homeschool families will get on Reverb Nation, listen to her song, and help us spread the word to others who they believe will also enjoy this song.



MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

1) Free books for Michigan Residents
2) History Center Open House--Saturday!


1) Free books for Michigan Residents

Michigan Friends of Education, a nonprofit community benefit organization, believes all students should have an equal chance to boost their reading proficiency and confidence. MFEfamily.org helps bridge the gap between struggling readers and skilled readers by providing free books for all Michigan students. Michigan homeschoolers are encouraged to take advantage of the free books and literacy/educational tools available.

For more information, please visit the FAQ at http://www.mfefamily.org/bFAQb_ep_40.html


2) History Center Open House--Saturday!

Hello!

I hope to see you at our holiday open houses this Saturday, December 7th, from 10am to 1pm.  Bring the family and discover how Christmas is celebrated in Japan, China, Korea…many wonderful places!

Carol Bainbridge, Director
Niles History Center:
Fort St. Joseph Museum
Historic Chapin Mansion
508 E. Main St.
Niles, MI 49120
cbainbridge@nilesmi.org
269-683-4700, ext. 4010


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LINKS TO SHARE:

Share your favorite link at homeschoolhub@yahoo.com

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CLASSIFIEDS


WANTED TO BUY

Looking for 4th & 6th Grade Math, Language & Spelling.  Looking to change up from Switched on Schoolhouse. Please reply with price including shipping to 34448.

Thanks
Diane
352-573-6014  Text or call


ONLINE TUTORING

ATS Project Success, an accredited tutoring company, offers students in grades K-12 tutorial services in Reading and Mathematics.  Services take place online, in the student's home. Parents/students are able to choose a schedule that meets their needs.  As students work in the program they are continuously monitored, and tutors adjust the curriculum according to their needs. 

Read more about us at:
http://atsprojectsuccess.com/success-special/



Looking for a group?  Join the HUB!  We need you.

The HUB is a volunteer organization.  Without the support and participation of homeschool families, we can't function effectively.  There are several benefits of membership including a resource library that includes things like laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow. Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited.  The cost of membership is only $24/year.  Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org


Have something for sale, free or trade?  Advertise here!  (Advertisements stay in for two weeks unless we work out something else in advance)


Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too.  It's free!

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LETTING IT RIDE:

Like us on facebook for discussions, announcements, questions, and support:  https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Join our yahoo group for discussions, announcements, questions, and support:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolhub/
Check out our website for info (refer your friends, too, if you like!):  http://www.hshub.org/

Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon.  You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB.


The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks.  Contact Andrea homeschoolhub@yahoo.com or 269-240-6094

The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions.

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We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels.  You can find these on many products.

Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE  those labels.  Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board member or bring them to any functions that we have.  Thank-you!

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DISCLAIMERS:

While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children.

Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

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