Most of us took a break for the last couple of weeks and now we’re ready to start this new year of exploring and learning. We’ll be keeping an eye on New Hampshire House bill 1263 regarding home education. As soon as we know the date of the House Education Committee’s hearing on the bill, we’ll let you know. In the meantime, you can contact them and state your opinions. The next meeting of the NHHC Board of Representatives will most likely be in January (we’ll post that info too). All members are welcome. For more information, please contact Amy Gall, 838-5081, amyginnh@yahoo.com.
Mosaic Explore Classes for Homeschoolers in Manchester
Mosaic Semester Two includes classes in programming, theatre and singing, engineering, sciences, arts, mythical creatures, principles of free market, the role of government and freedom, film and writing, and public speaking. For more information contact Cristina.Drondoe@mosaicexplore.com, or visit http://mosaicexplore.com/wednesday-schedule/.
Drawing Basics in Warner
Starting January 10 in Warner, Gear Up offers Drawing Basics with Ty Meier from Sunny Days Custom T-shirt Screenprinting for students 10 and older. Learn and practice drawing perspective, form, texture, shading, and other fundamentals. Sign up at https://gearuphomeschoolers.org/events/drawing-basics-2-2018-01-10/.
Homeschoolers Co-op in Exeter
The New Hampshire Coastal Homeschoolers co-op in Exeter will hold a Meet and Greet and registration on January 12, from 11 to 1.
For details on location, class offerings, volunteer opportunities, cost and meeting dates, email nhcoastalhomeschoolers@gmail.com.
Mosaic Explore presents The Yule Ball
Saturday, January 20, 6-10 p.m. at 2013 Elm Street in Manchester for ages 12-18.
Tickets solely available online and are going fast! $30/pp. http://mosaicexplore.com/tween-and-teen-dances/
NO Tickets available at the door. This is a drop off event; you may bring a plus one- homeschooled or not- but both of you must purchase a ticket. Finest Yule Ball attire encouraged.
One hour of waltz instruction shall be provided at 6 p.m. Hot and cold buffett, butterbeer, beverages, and sweets table; donations of hot or cold food and/or sweets gladly accepted.
Hogwarts staff are looking for adult chaperones, please!
Please contact Tonks via owl or by use of the quaint muggle communication called email at
TheYuleBall2018@gmail.com.
Children’s book author and illustrator Michelle Nelson-Schmidt shares inspirational stories
January 16 at 3:00 p.m. at Nackey S. Loeb School of Communications in Manchester.
Michelle Nelson-Schmidt offers childhood stories and tales of perseverance that led to her life of picture book author and illustrator. Michelle will entertain you with her art and books while sharing her messages of courage and overcoming fears, embracing your imagination, friendship, and believing in yourself.
Appropriate for toddlers through adults. Following the presentation, Michelle will have her books and plush available for sale and autograph. Register for this limited seating event by making payment here ($2 per person): http://www.ubamjunkies.com/mnshomeschoolevent.html. For further details, contact Beth Paiva at beth@ubamjunkies.com.
Register for Spring eStart College Credit Classes for High Schoolers
Registration for the Spring 2018 eStart semester is open at http://www.ccsnh.edu/academics/estart. Courses begin on January 16. The Spring 2018 semester will feature a STEM scholarship program, and financial assistance for other eligible students. For more information visit, http://www.ccsnh.edu/academics/estart, or contact Ed Symes at 603-717-5965 or estart@ccsnh.edu.
Get Writing Now!
The NHPBS KIDS WRITERS CONTEST kicks off on January 1, 2018.
The contest is open to kids in grades K-5. Kids can write and illustrate fiction or non-fiction stories! Check out the contest rules for details and take a look at past winning stories for inspiration. All stories must be postmarked by March 31, 2018!
If you have any questions about the contest, call (603-868-4455) or email (sadams@nhpbs.org) Susan Adams! http://www.nhptv.org/kidswrite/
Programs for Homeschoolers in Newmarket
The Newmarket Recreation Department offers programs for homeschoolers.
NATURE BASED ART SURVEY – Grades 6-12 : http://www.newmarketrec.org/nature-based-art-survey-course/
NATURE JOURNALING – Grades K-5: http://www.newmarketrec.org/how-does-your-garden-harvest/
Visit http://www.newmarketrec.org/home-school-programs/, or contact Anna Visciano at 659-8581.
Cashore Marionettes at UNH
UNH Celebrity Series continues February 6 at 7:00 p.m. Cashore Marionettes: Life in Motion. Joseph Cashore presents his collection of marionette masterworks in a series of scenes taken from everyday life and set to music by composers such as Beethoven, Vivaldi, Strauss, and Copland.
April 7 at 7:00 p.m. Festival Ballet Providence fuses vibrant artistry and stunning athleticism for an evening of dance.
Ticket prices are $30 general, $10 UNH student with ID and youth under 18. Tickets can be purchased online at www.unharts.com, or by calling the box office at 603-862-7222(PCAC), Monday through Friday, 12:00 – 5:00, as well as one hour before each event. Visit the Celebrity Series web page: www.unh.edu/celebrity.
Theater Camps in Portsmouth
The New Hampshire Theatre Project is offering winter and spring vacation camps for youth ages 7 to 11, to be held at the West End Studio Theatre in Portsmouth February 26 through March 2 and April 23 thru 29. Families may sign up for the days that fit their schedule and the fees have been adjusted to offer discounts for multiple days or a full week.
For more information visit www.nhtheatreproject.org, or contact Janice Hastings at janice@nhtheatreproject.org or 603-431-6644 x 3.
State House Bicentennial Essay Contest
The New Hampshire State House Bicentennial Commission (NHSHBC) invites homeschooled students in kindergarten through grade 12 to enter the 2018 N.H. State House Bicentennial Essay Contest. The theme is “The New Hampshire State House and its Meaning Today”
Applicants must submit their essay accompanied by the entry form to the regional office in which their school is located by Friday, March 30. Entry forms must be legible and complete, including a guardian/parental signature or the essay cannot be considered. Make sure a copy is stapled to the submitted essay. For more information, contact George D’Orazio, (603) 623-3377
geolindor@gmail.com.
Remember to sign up for our new Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/137834020151239/ . We’ll be taking the page down soon, as we switch over to the group.
Check our website www.nhhomeschooling.org for more activities and announcements!
NHHC Newsletter Staff
Abbey Lawrence, Editor, PO Box 97, Center Tuftonboro, NH 03816, 520-9324, abbeyl53@gmail.com.
Stefanie Marsh, layout and web posting.
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