Daily Lesson Plan for the Struggling Writer and Speller

http://www.diannecraft.org/language-arts-writing-program/#4

Is your son or daughter struggling with writing?  Do they enjoy reading, but when it comes to picking up a pencil they resist?

This website was recently recommended to me, and I thought it had some helpful tips

Are there other topics where you need some creative ideas? Post a comment below and I"ll be sure to include tips in future posts.


HCOS NEWS

Please note that I will be in Haiti, November 19-26th.  During this time, I will not have email access.  I will return your email or call as soon as I return.  

Portfolios

Thank you to all of those that graciously invited me into your homes, either in person or virtually, to celebrate the progress that has been made these past few months.  I've really enjoyed spending time with each of you, and learning more about your families.  It's amazing to see the creativity and diversity within HCOS.  It's been a great week. Thank you!

For those that are still working on compiling samples, thank you in advance for getting those to me as soon as possible.  

Learning Camps

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra: Once Upon An Orchestra

February 25, 2015

12:00 pm (Please arrive with time to be seated by 11:45 am)

Grade  K - 3 (all ages welcome)

For more information and to register: https://fluidsurveys.com/s/vso-once-upon-an-orchestra-feb-2015/  Deadline: January 6th.

Carousel Theatre's "Shakespearean Rhapsody"

March 27, 2015

10:00 am (running time is 60 minutes with no intermission)

Ages 3 to Grade 3+

For more information and to register: https://fluidsurveys.com/s/shakespearean-rhapsody-2014

Deadline February 15th

Time Change, Portfolios and More

Hopefully this is not how you're feeling after last weekend? 

Remember that if  you're feeling overwhelmed with the process of portfolio's..just call or email me. I'm happy to work on a solution that works for your family.

HCOS NEWS

A group of local young home schooled teenagers are taking part in what is called a MarketDay Learning Camp.  This is a 9 week, entry level entrepreneurship learning camp with a global twist.  They learn all about business and put what they learn into practice as they become entrepreneurs and create their own real MarketDay with shops and products.  Along the way they learn about the struggles of the entrepreneurial poor in the developing world.  ALL of their profits from the MarketDay Fair Event go to charities that support micro-lending, micro-enterprise and job creation programs in the developing world.  These, as the students come to learn, are some of the best, long-term solutions to eradicating poverty. 

MarketDay Fair Event - 

Saturday, November 22nd 

1 - 5pm

Maple Ridge Christian Reformed Church, 20245 Dewdney Trunk Road

Learning Commons has purchased some Lego Mindstorms kits (ages 12+), likewise through the help of PAC we also have some WEDO Robotics kits (ages 7-12) and Lego Simple Machines (K-gr. 3) all perfect for Learning Group activities!  I am sure you will be hearing more soon as to how to access if interested- stay tuned!!!

Family Liaison Within HCOS

My name is Teresa Stewart and I am the Family Liaison for Heritage Christian Online School.  Many people may wonder what a Family Liaison does and, as it is a relatively new position with Heritage and with DL schools in general, it’s no wonder! : )

To learn more about this position, please click here.