August 7th: "Getting Started" Mini MECHE
For new homeschooling moms, this meeting will cover the basics: the law, the state organization, about HSLDA, etc. This is the only meeting not held at Paula's house.
August 23rd: Homeschooling High School Seminar
This
special Saturday seminar features Diane Kummer, high school specialist with HSLDA! It's MECHE's privilege to co-host this event with CHEWV. See
details and registration at chewvconference.homestead.com.
NOTE: Registration and fee are required for this seminar. Register by August 9th.
September 4th: Starting the Year with Some Things You Should Know
Besides the legal requirements, how-to for assessments, and the basics of getting started (all covered at August’s meeting), what are some things that seasoned homeschool moms would want to share with new homeschool moms? Come hear a bit of what Beth, Cynthia, and Joan have learned while homeschooling. Then join in a hearty discussion! This first night we’ll also get to know one another and give an overview of what to expect at MECHE.
(MECHE is completely free and open to anyone interested. Attendance puts you under no obligation whatsoever! No fees. No strings. Just fellowship!)
October 2nd: Flavors of Curriculum Styles
For the first time we’re going to divide into small groups (after our usual welcome and announcements) in order to rotate through four curriculum style groups. This is the opportunity to hear from moms who use differing ways to home educate. We know that one size does not fit all, but what sizes are available? Join us as we cover classical education, traditional, Charlotte Mason, and packaged curriculum choices.
November 6th: TBA
Plans are not yet confirmed... We'll let you know soon!
December 4th: Annual Christmas Tea
Relax with us for an evening of refreshments, Christmas carols, and our third annual white elephant exchange. Please bring a wrapped gift to share ($5.00 or less). Ideas: recipe with ingredients, favorite book, tree ornament or even a dozen of your farm-fresh eggs! This is a fun night of fellowship as we kick off the Christmas season!
January 8th (2nd Thursday): The S Word
Socialization – the big worry/accusation/concern. And its fraternal twin – peer pressure. Seasoned homeschool mom and grandmother, Jan B, will share about peer pressure (on us moms!), while Mary P shares what she has learned about the socialization of our children. Perhaps the most common worry about homeschooling, that big S will be brought right out into the open! NOTE: Since the first Thursday is New Year’s Day, we will meet on the 8th instead.
February 5th: Testing
Not only will you find out what is needed to prepare for the upcoming MECHE test center, but Kim will share all about testing in general. What are percentiles anyway? What are the advantages/disadvantages of testing? Can my kids fail the test? Do we have to test? And much more. Plus we should have plenty of time for your personal questions about testing. (If time permits, we may even discuss how common core affects testing.)
March 5th: Inspiration Time! Ideas for Math, Science, Language and Everything in Between
Let’s get practical! How do you teach the actual subjects? What if something isn’t working? This is the night for moms to bring sample curricula for different subjects and share teaching ideas. Come get a myriad of ideas from moms who have some experience under their belts.
April 3rd: Mastery, Spiral Learning, Advanced Classes, and Remediation
Do you have to know what those terms all mean? Nope, but the longer we homeschool, the more tools we gain and advantages we learn. “School” is what we know from our own childhood, but what about “education?” Join us as Rhonda Wotring offers some ideas that you may not have even considered.
May 7th: Rearview Mirror and a Bug-Free Windshield
Time to assess last year and plan for next! We’re planning an interactive time at May’s meeting to help us learn from the past and prepare for the future – just in time for conference attendance and summer planning. (Or just before you take your much anticipated break!)
September 4th: Starting the Year with Some Things You Should Know
Besides the legal requirements, how-to for assessments, and the basics of getting started (all covered at August’s meeting), what are some things that seasoned homeschool moms would want to share with new homeschool moms? Come hear a bit of what Beth, Cynthia, and Joan have learned while homeschooling. Then join in a hearty discussion! This first night we’ll also get to know one another and give an overview of what to expect at MECHE.
(MECHE is completely free and open to anyone interested. Attendance puts you under no obligation whatsoever! No fees. No strings. Just fellowship!)
October 2nd: Flavors of Curriculum Styles
For the first time we’re going to divide into small groups (after our usual welcome and announcements) in order to rotate through four curriculum style groups. This is the opportunity to hear from moms who use differing ways to home educate. We know that one size does not fit all, but what sizes are available? Join us as we cover classical education, traditional, Charlotte Mason, and packaged curriculum choices.
November 6th: TBA
Plans are not yet confirmed... We'll let you know soon!
December 4th: Annual Christmas Tea
Relax with us for an evening of refreshments, Christmas carols, and our third annual white elephant exchange. Please bring a wrapped gift to share ($5.00 or less). Ideas: recipe with ingredients, favorite book, tree ornament or even a dozen of your farm-fresh eggs! This is a fun night of fellowship as we kick off the Christmas season!
January 8th (2nd Thursday): The S Word
Socialization – the big worry/accusation/concern. And its fraternal twin – peer pressure. Seasoned homeschool mom and grandmother, Jan B, will share about peer pressure (on us moms!), while Mary P shares what she has learned about the socialization of our children. Perhaps the most common worry about homeschooling, that big S will be brought right out into the open! NOTE: Since the first Thursday is New Year’s Day, we will meet on the 8th instead.
February 5th: Testing
Not only will you find out what is needed to prepare for the upcoming MECHE test center, but Kim will share all about testing in general. What are percentiles anyway? What are the advantages/disadvantages of testing? Can my kids fail the test? Do we have to test? And much more. Plus we should have plenty of time for your personal questions about testing. (If time permits, we may even discuss how common core affects testing.)
March 5th: Inspiration Time! Ideas for Math, Science, Language and Everything in Between
Let’s get practical! How do you teach the actual subjects? What if something isn’t working? This is the night for moms to bring sample curricula for different subjects and share teaching ideas. Come get a myriad of ideas from moms who have some experience under their belts.
April 3rd: Mastery, Spiral Learning, Advanced Classes, and Remediation
Do you have to know what those terms all mean? Nope, but the longer we homeschool, the more tools we gain and advantages we learn. “School” is what we know from our own childhood, but what about “education?” Join us as Rhonda Wotring offers some ideas that you may not have even considered.
May 7th: Rearview Mirror and a Bug-Free Windshield
Time to assess last year and plan for next! We’re planning an interactive time at May’s meeting to help us learn from the past and prepare for the future – just in time for conference attendance and summer planning. (Or just before you take your much anticipated break!)
