Dayspring Parent Meetings 2012-2013
September 10, 2012: Learning Styles (topic is for all age groups)
As you get into the start of your school year, are you wondering if you've got the right style of curriculum for your children? Are you finding that some curriculum works better with one child but it seems to really be a problem for another child to "get"? Join Fiona Last-Powell and Linda Whipker for a look at learning styles. What ways do people take in information, process information, and make it their own? What's your learning style and how does it influence what curriculum choices you make? Sign up for the meeting HERE and we'll send you some links to some Learning Style questions so you have an idea about your learning style and your children's before you come.
October 8, 2012: Newbie Night
Are you a new homeschooler? Feeling overwhelmed or isolated? Just want to touch base with others who recently started homeschooling? Or ask some veteran homeschoolers about practical tips now that you've gotten in to it? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this meeting is just for you!!! Hosted by Dayspring Home Educators
You are invited to fill out the form "Dayspring Home Educators: Newbie Night - Oct. 8, 2012." To fill it out, click here.
7-9pm
November 12, 2012: Elementary-Focused Q & A Panel
If you have questions on homeschooling your elementary-aged student(s), we would love to help answer those questions. Our November Parent Meeting (open to ALL homeschoolers - not just Dayspringers) will feature a panel of 'seasoned' homeschool
moms that will strive to answer your questions while providing support and encouragement.
To aid in our planning, please take a minute to provide some info about yourself and to submit your questions. Link to the form
If you have any questions about this meeting, please contact Karen Shinn skshinn@gmail.com
7:00pm-8:30pm
The Annex of New Horizons Fellowship, 826 E. Williams Street, Apex
December 2012: No Parent Meeting this month.
Enjoy the Christmas season with your family.
January 14, 2013: College Admissions
Representatives from two (2) area universities (NC State and Campbell) will be speaking to our group regarding homeschoolers and college admissions. There will also be a Q & A time after the representatives make their presentations. Plan to attend - and bring your middle school or high school student! Tell your friends!
NOTE: Membership to Dayspring is NOT required to attend any of our Parent Meetings. Any questions? Feel free to contact Karen at skshinn@gmail.com
Please sign up here, so we know how many to plan for (seating, handouts, etc.).
February 11, 2013: Newbie Night
Are you a new homeschooler? Feeling overwhelmed? Would you like to touch base with others who recently started homeschooling? Or ask some veteran homeschoolers about practical tips now that you've gotten in to homeschooling? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this meeting is just for you! Please join us for a time of fellowship and light refreshments.
Hosted by Dayspring Home Educators (Membership to Dayspring is not required to attend any of our monthly parent meetings)
Contact: Karen Shinn skshinn@gmail.com
Sign up here
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Venue: The Annex of New Horizons Fellowship, 826 E. Williams Street, Apex 27502
March 11, 2013: Curriculum Review:
Humanities & Language Arts
It's that time of year again!!!! Mark your calendar for Dayspring's Annual Curriculum Review meeting --- just for homeschooling parents.
(This meeting is open to all homeschooling parents. Membership to Dayspring is not required.)
NOTE: No vendors, please, unless you are a homeschooling parent and desire to learn about curriculum options for your student(s).
The focus will be curriculum options for:
**Language Arts (writing, spelling, handwriting, reading, phonics) and
**Humanities (history, foreign language, literature, music, art, etc.).
Go here to sign up
This is a 'show-and-tell' meeting - a chance to learn about different curriculum, hearing from those that use the curriculum. You can also hear opinions from others on the pros/cons of the material for their family. You will have the opportunity to see/look through the various materials brought in. Hands on is great!
Bring your favorite humanities and/or language arts curriculum to 'show-and-tell'.
Are you new to homeschooling and just want to come and see what others are using? That's fine too!
Monday, March 11, 2013
7:00pm-9:00pm
The Annex of New Horizons Fellowship
826 E. Williams Street, Apex
Any questions? Please contact Karen Shinn skshinn@gmail.com
April 8, 2013:
Annual Curriculum Review -
Math, Science, Technology
The focus will be curriculum options for: Math & Science. This is a 'show-and-tell' meeting - a chance to learn about different curriculum, hearing from those that use the curriculum. You can also hear opinions from others on the pros/cons of the material for their family. You will have the opportunity to see/look through the various materials brought in. Hands on is great!Bring your favorite math and/or science curriculum to 'show-and-tell'. Are you new to homeschooling and just want to come and see what others are using? That's fine too!
Monday, April 8, 2013
7:00pm-9:00pm
The Annex of New Horizons Fellowship
826 E. Williams Street, Apex
Sign up HERE to let us know you are coming
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May 13, 2013: "Planning for the Future: Inside and Outside the Box"
Our guest speaker, Victoria Cooley will speak to the group regarding traditional (inside the box) methods for teaching your middle school student as well as non-traditional teaching methods (outside the box). Also, Linda Whipker will be speaking to the group on the topic of robotics.
Please sign up here to let us know you are coming. Feel free to share this link/email with your homeschool friends. Membership to Dayspring is not required to attend our parent meetings.
If you have any questions about the meeting, please feel free to email Karen Shinn skshinn@gmail.com
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Venue: The Annex of New Horizons Fellowship
826 E. Williams Street, Apex
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The meeting location for Parent Meetings for the 2012-13 school year (Sept-May) will be in the ANNEX of New Horizons Fellowship. New Horizons Fellowship's main church entrance is located in the right end of a strip mall--820 E. Williams Street, Apex; however, their Annex is located 3 doors to the left of the main entrance at 826 E. Williams Street, Apex, just left of the middle of the strip. The ANNEX is where we held our Christmas Party, Valentine's Party, International Fair and Science Fair the past school year.
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16th Annual Dayspring Used Curriculum Fair
Dayspring Home Educators is sponsoring its 16th annual Used Curriculum Fair on Saturday, June 15, 2013. The doors will open to the public from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is $1.00/person, children are free. The sale will be held at White Plains United Methodist Church, 313 SE Maynard Rd, Cary NC.
Set up for vendors will begin at 8:30 a.m. with sales between vendors from 9:00-10:00. The fee to sell curriculum is $4.00 for ½ a table and $8.00 for a full table (tables are 8 feet long). The cost for new curriculum vendors is $25.00.
Please note: we are requiring that vendors prepay to reserve a table by filling out the registration form (located here) then mail form and payment to the indicated address. Table space will be offered on a first come, first serve basis. Look for an email confirmation when your payment is received (please write your email address legibly). Bring your curriculum already priced and be prepared to make change if you are selling. If you have any questions or do not receive an email confirmation after you send the registration form and payment, contact Noel-Beth Sipe at madjakal6@att.net.
There will be no childcare. If you bring your children while shopping or selling curriculum keep them with you during the sale.
Homeschool 101: Beginning Basics Seminar
If you are you new to homeschooling, considering homeschooling or would like a 'refresher' course - make plans to join us for this annual seminar. (No vendors, please.)
Dayspring Home Educators will be hosting the annual "Homeschool 101: Beginning Basics" seminar:
Saturday, June 29, 2013
8:30am-12:00 noon
The Annex of New Horizons Fellowship
826 East Williams Street
Apex, NC 27502
Doors open at 8:00 am for check-in and registration
Want to learn more about homeschooling?
Why educate your children at home?
Choosing methods and materials
Daily details
Cost of homeschooling materials
Homeschool law
Support group specifics
Annual testing
Curriculum on display
Q&A time
A continental breakfast will be provided plus mid-morning refreshments. Childcare is not provided (though nursing babies are welcome).
Veteran homeschool parents will be be available for questions and will share their curriculum with attendees during the mid-morning break.
The cost of this seminar is $15/person or $20/couple by June 21st;
$25/person or $30/couple after June 21st/at the door.
Please make your check payable to Dayspring Home Educators.
Mail your check to: 118 Maldon Drive, Cary, NC 27513
Please pre-register so we can plan for your handout materials. Sign up here by June 21st.
Walk-ins are welcome. but advance registration is suggested to aid in planning to secure your handout.
For more information, please contact Karen Shinn skshinn@gmail.com
Dayspring Park Days 2012-2013
Park days will be held on Fridays of each month from 1:30-3:30. They will begin on Friday, September 7th.
Park Days are open to Dayspring members and non-members. This is a great opportunity to meet other Dayspring homeschool moms and children, to ask questions about Dayspring and to "check us out." Kids of all ages are welcome.
All the parks have restroom facilities. Be sure to bring any sports equipment that you may have (kickball, soccer ball, basketball, sandbox toys) as well as sunscreen, drinks and snacks.
The rotation for this school year will be as follows:
First and Third Fridays: Ritter Park
more info
Second Friday: Walnut Street Park
more info
Fourth Friday: Sears Farm Road Park
Sears Farm Road is a new addition to the rotation, and it has a lot to offer (playgrounds, sandbox, swings, several play lawns, a basketball court, and more)!
more info
When there is a fifth Friday, we will meet at Crowder Park.
more info
Questions about Park Days? Contact
Anne Wright
