"Not Back To School" Picnic

I hope you are enjoying your summer. The "Not Back to School" Picnic will be 10am at the Adirondack Carousel in Saranac Lake, on Thursday, September 6th.  Bring a lunch and share information and plans for the coming year.

Pride & Prejudice School Day Matinee at LPCA 10/3/2018

The October 3rd Pendragon Theatre performance of Sense & Sensibility has been changed to Pride & Prejudice. This performance is an adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel by Kate Hamill. Kate Hamill is well known for her fresh and funny adaptations of Ms. Austen's work.  According to the New York Times, "Hamill…has a gift for condensing three-volume novels into galloping two-act plays. Her screwball Pride and Prejudice hasn’t met a rib it can’t tickle.” Highly theatrical, with actors playing multiple roles, this adaptation captures both the spirit and sparkle of the novel. Original music composed for this production by New York City based musician Ellen Mandel adds another layer of dramatic flare and features actor Evan Raines playing violin live during the performance with the rest of the cast providing various other soundscapes to underscore the action.

This production is recommended for grades 6-12, the cost is $3 per student, and the show begins at 10:00. As with the rest of our school day matinee series, reservations are on a first come, first serve basis and seating is limited. You can reserve your spot by calling Anya at 518-523-2512 or emailing me at tara@lakeplacidarts.org.


Tara Palen
Director of Education & Outreach

Lake Placid Center for the Arts
518-523-2512 ext. 1004

Homeschool Soccer

Remember to sign up for one of our two homeschool soccer teams ASAP. Both teams practice on Saturdays in September and October, and the cost for the season will most likely be $20 per child. 

Vermontville Team (Kate Mountain Park)Sign up form and info: https://goo.gl/forms/6msM1RakZFIdbfsd2
Ages: 6-18
Times: Saturdays, 2-3pm for under-12s; 2-4pm for ages 12-18
Coach: Steve Halasz
Questions? Contact: Sunita Halasz, sunitahalasz@gmail.com

Plattsburgh Team (Assembly of God Church Soccer Field, Prospect Street)Sign up form and info:  https://form.jotform.com/82224578198164
Ages: 12-18
Time: Saturdays 12-2pm
Coach: Phil Kneller
Questions? Contact: Melissa at stonebeckacademy@gmail.com

Homeschool Day at Adirondack Experience (9/12/2018)

Homeschool families are invited to join us, free of charge, for our annual Homeschool Day at the Museum on Blue Mountain Lake.

There is no pre-registration for this event. There will be a check-in table in the visitor center on the day of the event. 

Our 2018 theme of “Our Natural Neighbors” will feature opportunities to learn about New York State animals, courtesy of the Utica Zoo (11am—2pm), the Adirondack Wildlife Refuge (11am—2pm) and Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District. 

There will also be live birds of prey presentations in the auditorium by Silent Wings at 10:30 am, 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm. Space is limited, so arrive early. 




Fort Ticonderoga Homeschool Day 9/7/18

Friday, September 7, 2018

Spend a day at Fort Ticonderoga and take part in a series of programs designed for homeschool families!
While interacting with soldiers, students can ask about the life at the 18th-century fort. Step aboard the 1920s replica tour boat, Carillon, for a 90-minute narrated boat tour along the Ticonderoga Peninsula to gain an in-depth waterway experience. Participate in the "To Act as One United Body" program and practice the basic drills and marches of American soldiers at Ticonderoga during the Revolutionary War. Explore a new 2018 design in the six-acre Heroic Maze and answer clues connected to Fort Ticonderoga’s history as you find your way through the maze. 
During the day, students can learn about British soldiers and sailors who anchored and encamped at  Fort Ticonderoga in 1781. While interacting with these British soldiers and sailors, students can ask about the different lives in the British Navy or British Army. What did they eat? Where did they sleep? How did fighting along Lake Champlain make life similar for soldiers and sailors? 
Students can explore the fort and museum exhibitions. They can take guided tours, learn about the fort’s history, and observe musket demonstrations. They can visit the historic trades shop, where shoes and clothing are produced by the fort’s staff, and learn about the global economy of the 1750s.
Comments from past participants:
"I wanted to thank Ft. Ticonderoga for Homeschool Day. My kids & I thoroughly enjoyed experiencing a day at the fort. The demonstrations were wonderful, and we enjoyed learning about the history of the fort & the area. The guide explaining the geography of the area & lakes helped us to understand why the fort was so strategically desired." --2015 Homeschool Day Participant
"By the way, the day was AMAZING!!! No joke, it was absolutely everything we hoped for and more. We all want to come back! Thank you to everyone who put so much effort, planning, enthusiasm, and time into a perfect way to start the homeschooling year!!!" --2015 Homeschool Day Participant
"All of you at Fort Ticonderoga should be high-fiving each other!  Your homeschool day was incredible!  My family and I have traveled all over the Northeast and Midwest attending homeschool events at historical landmarks, national parks, national lakeshore, etc, and yours was one of the best!  We had an amazing time enjoying your majestic fort in it's beautiful surroundings on Lake Champlain.  The interpreters were informative and interesting.  Every staff member and volunteer was friendly and helpful. Thank you for this special event geared towards the homeschooling family.  We've been telling everyone how great Fort Ticonderoga is!  We'll definitely be back!"--2015 Homeschool Day Participant

Cost

Student general admission for Homeschool Day is $6/student with one free parent. Additional adults pay $14 each. Student rates apply to Grades K-12.
If you would like to add the To Act as One United Body program to your experience, it will be $10/student (includes general admission). 
A combination ticket that includes general admission, a 90-minute narrated boat cruise aboard the Carillon and the To Act as One United Body program is $16/student and $25/adult.

North Country History Day

The National History Day® program provides homeschool families with an excellent opportunity for project-based learning. Students create projects based on an annual theme and compete at the regional, state, and national level.

Fort Ticonderoga coordinates North Country History Day for students is Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, St. Lawrence, and Warren counties in New York State. Homeschool students who reside in these six counties are invited to participate. Learn More.

Plattsburgh Homeschool Soccer Team

Homeschool Youth Soccer for youth ages 12-18. 

PLACE: Assembly of God Church Soccer Field, Prospect Street, Plattsburgh
TIME: Saturdays 12-2pm 
DATE: 8 weeks beginning--- 8 September (through the first week of November)  
COACH: Phil Kneller 
*No practice October 6

Every family must bring a soccer ball and each youth needs shin guards. Cleats are encouraged but not required.


Registration form: https://form.jotform.com/82224578198164


Please contact Melissa at  stonebeckacademy@gmail.com for more information

Babbie Rural Farm Musuem

When: Wednesday, September 19th, 10:00am to 1:00pm

Where: Babbie Museum. 250 River Road, Peru NY

Cost: $3 per student / $6 per adult

What: There are six stations that the kids will rotate through, with a lunch break after the first three stations. Information about what the museum offers can be found at the link below. 

Contact: You can RSVP via the event created on the North Country Homeschooling FB page. Or, for questions or to RSVP via email, please contact  Natalie Jarvis at dsinstruction@gmail.com. Please RSVP by 8/31. 

Homeschool Day at The Wild Center

Information is in the link below. Contact The Wild Center directly to register (in link) or for any questions. Thanks! 

Homeschool Soccer Sign Up

Hooray! It's almost time for homeschool soccer! The fall 2018 Homeschool Soccer Team registration form is now live:
Details about the team are at this link, and feel free to ask me any other questions. Last day to sign up is August 18, 2017. Please only sign up if you're certain your children will play because all my planning is based on exact numbers.
-Sunita

Field Trip to the Lake Placid Olympic Museum

Natalie Jarvis is organizing a free field trip for homeschoolers to the Lake Placid Olympic Museum on Friday, May 18 from 11-1pm. 

2634 Main St, Lake Placid, New York 12946

Please RSVP by May 11th to Natalie (via the North Country Homeschooling event on facebook) or Sunita (sunitahalasz@gmail.com)


-Sunita (on behalf of Natalie)

Farm Postings

From a local homeschooler:

2018 Hay – square bales:
Weather providing, we are anticipating cutting more square bales that we currently need this year. We do not have extra long term storage, so we are looking for interested folks that would like to arrange for field pickup or short term storage of hay. Field help and bartering options will be considered. We estimate cost per bale to be ~ $3.00/bale.

2018 Pasture/Grazing for Bovines available:
We have 5 continuous acres, plus more possible, that is available for cloven hooved grazing. It has been kept brush hogged and improved but is not ready yet to be hayed or have equine on it because there are finger size sapling remnants. There is town water and natural water options. Our family is interested in learning about dairy and possibly beef cows and would welcome knowledge/work sharing options with the lease. There is large predator pressure and therefore we do not recommend small cloven animals at this time.

Anyone wishing to discuss either opportunities can contact Janice Stainken by email: cpfarms@willex dot com
Our farm is in Willsboro, NY

Spring 2018 Dalcroze Music Education in the North Country

Spring 2018 Dalcroze Music Education in the North Country

Hi! My name is Sora Shpack. My sons and I moved to Plattsburgh a few years ago. I’m a flutist and
composer, and was a music teacher and performed as well. Similar to many of you, I was also a home
school mother for many years, home schooling my six children. During that time a number of families in our community and myself began a group home school program, we called “Round the Block School” and I was the music teacher for our group. Presently I’m in the process of training for a Dalcroze Music Education Certification, a type of musical education that is an experiential way of knowing music through the body. At the end of this letter I’ve included some information explaining in more detail about Dalcroze Education.

My proposal to the home school community in the North Country is an exchange in that I cannot at this time take money since I am not certified and yet, since I need some experience, I am excited to work with your children. Because I have a bachelor and two master degrees in music and have taught for over thirty years, I feel that while I will be exploring with Dalcroze, I’ll be able to keep your children’s music education both on track and going forward in a great way.

Possibilities for Dalcroze Education in the North Country

Length of Class: one hour
Frequency: Once a week
Ages: 4 years to 18 years. No children under 4 years. There is an excellent program for babies and
toddlers in town called Music Together.
Class size: Anywhere from 10 to 1 in a class, although 1 is not as much fun as being with other friends.
Grouping for classes: grouped by age with the smaller age span being the best for learning.
The ideal is one class each of children aged 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-18.
A simpler option is one class each of: 4-7, 8-12, 13-18.
A still simpler version is one class each of: 4-8 and 9-18

For an exchange of my time and preparations for your children I’m hoping you can provide the
following:
1. A room for class – at least 15’ x 15’ preferably with a piano, or second choice a piano
keyboard.
2. In many Dalcroze classes teachers use props. It is possible to teach without them, but
they are a lot of fun for the kids. I have Scarves, Chop Sticks, and a Floor Staff. If you
have and are willing to share with the class any of the following: Balls (larger for
younger children; smaller for older youth), Dowels, Bean Bags, Rhythm Sticks, Hoops,
Shakers, Ribbons, Streamers, Paper and Crayons, Drums, Tambourines
3. As part of my studies and certification, I need to video the classes for my own
learning. It will be necessary for you to sign a waiver stating that you agreed to this. I
will not need to identify your child by name for the video, but I will need your
permission. Once my mentor and I have discussed the teaching moments, I’ll delete the
video entirely.
4. Finally, I live in Plattsburgh so hopefully there is a space in Plattsburgh or someone
who travels out, can provide transportation for me or the cost of gas.

Insurance is another issue. Years ago, we didn’t worry about that. Hopefully this won’t be an issue, but I’m interested in your thoughts and ideas.

For those interested in trying out a Dalcroze Music Education, it would be great to set a date, time and place to meet you. I can give you more explanations and show some videos if you are interested or we can just go over the logistics and get the program going.

Looking forward to meeting you and your children!
Sora Jederan Shpack
607-348-7843
10 Maryland Road
Plattsburgh, NY 12903
shpack12@gmail.com

What is Dalcroze Education?

Dalcroze is an experiential way of knowing music through the body where the body is literally the
instrument of learning.
Dalcroze classes are musically comprehensive, integrating movement with
• solfège
• vocal, piano and rhythm instrument improvisation
• music theory
• music composition
• music appreciation

Dalcroze education is a process-oriented method governed by nice principles that distinguish it from
other educational methods:
• Music as stimulator, motivator and regulator in the classroom
• Movement as the means for learning – the body is the instrument
• Listening is an active experience
• Relationships of time, space and energy are a means for learning music concepts
• Learning is discovery-based (experiential)
• Experience occurs before analysis
• Imagination, improvisation and invention engage students in the processes
• The spirit of play (joy) runs throughout the method
• Social interaction works with music as a communicative and collaborative art

Dalcroze movement, called Eurhythmics, enables the entire body to express many layers of musical
information at one time. Dalcroze trains the body to attain supple and fluid independence – at the same moment, the feet can perform one idea, the hands and arms another and the voice yet another. When musical and physical skills are strengthened at the same time, navigating an instrument becomes much easier, communication in chamber music becomes more effective and orchestral ensemble skills improve dramatically.

DEC Hunting/Trapping Essay Contest

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Essays can be submitted in one of three categories:

  • Junior Youth Hunters/Trappers - currently in grade 6 through 8
  • Senior Youth Hunters/Trappers - currently in grade 9 through 12
  • Adult Hunters/Trappers - ages 18 and older

DEC staff will select the best essay in each category. Winners' essays will appear in the 2018-19 Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide, which is read by over 500,000 people each year! The winners will each receive a $50 gift certificate.

All the information and a submission form can be found here



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Art and Gym Time in Saranac Lake

Art classes taught by certified art teacher and art therapist and homeschool mom, Joy Cranker, are starting up in Saranac Lake, Tuesdays from 10-11am at the Saranac Lake Baptist Church. Following art class, we will have gym time from 11-12pm in the church's new gym!!!

Joy notes that the forecast for Tues, Jan 23rd doesn't look good at the moment. If it is bad weather, then we will start on Tues, Jan 30. Stay tuned to your email and FB for updates.
Joy offers these classes free of charge, though she does buy all the materials herself every year (and they are nice materials). I think it is nice if we each offer her a few bucks for the semester if we are able.

Directions to the SL Baptist Church: https://goo.gl/maps/F932Wvu2Jo32ManageArt 

Homeschool Cross Country Ski Day

Homeschool X-C Ski Day coming up next week  Wed Jan 24, 1-4pm at Mt. Van Hoevenburg in Lake Placid!

I think the cost is $5 for kids, $10 for adults and rentals might actually be free. I am still verifying the details.
Starting at 1pm, we'll have ski games in the stadium field outside the lodge for about a half an hour, then we'll ski the trails together (you can leave your kids with us and ski alone, too, if you want!). The lodge has a full-service snack bar with snacks and whole, hot meals, so you could even plan to eat lunch there first (fyi - the meals are pricey but very delicious).

Poetry Out Loud

Poetry Out Loud (POL) is a national competition that is held every year in April. There is usually a local and a district competition before a student reaches the national competition. This year, if there is just 1 - 2 students from the North Country Homeschoolers that would like to participate, they would not have to do a local competition. They would compete at the district competition at CCC in February. However, if there are more than 2 students, then a local competition would be held to determine the two contestants that would represent the North Country Homeschoolers. 

Due to low statewide enrollment for this year's competition, POL is allowing groups to sign up through November 30th. The sign up is just to say the person/group is interested in competing (poems would not be needed until Jan). 

If anyone who has competed in the past wanted to compete again this year, they could.

Here is the website for anyone interested in learning more about the program poetryoutloud.org. The section under “Rules” will explain the competition. 
Anyone interested in the program may contact Carey Goyette directly. 

 Carey.Goyette@clinton.edu
 
-------------------------------------------------------------------------- Carey L. Goyette , Professor
English Department Chair
History & Political Science Department Chair
Clinton Community College

Homeschool Skiing

It's getting to be that time of year again!  I have received the homeschool skiing forms from Titus Mountain.  We will be skiing Friday's 9:30am-4pm starting January 19th- February 16th.  

This year pricing is as follows:

Lift, Lesson, & Rentals** $165 (student)/ $315 (adult)
Lift & Lesson  $105 (student)/ $180 (adult)
Lesson & Rental $105 (student)/$180 (adult)
Lesson Only $55 (both student & adult)

**Rentals included boots & skis (or snowboard)

Titus asked me to remind parents of proper attire: layers, hat/helmet, mittens/gloves and no jeans. Jeans tend to soak in water making a skier/snowboarder cold and wet ðŸ˜Š

Please email me for forms and with any questions!  Also, please feel free to pass the information to anyone who is interested in joining us!  The more the merrier ðŸ˜Š.  Forms and payment will be due December 10th.

Thanks and hope everyone is having a wonderful Fall!

Dawn-Marie Hall

Annual Marocco November Reading Challenge

How it works:

Keep track of how many books you read in the month of November using a printout of the attached reading log. Ask your parents and/or grandparents (or anyone else you would like to ask) to pledge a small donation amount per book. At the end of the month, tally the amount of money earned and donate this amount to your local library. If you read more than 20 books, additional book titles can be written on the back of the sheet and/or additional pages. Parents and kids give their donation directly to their library of choice.

Please email Samantha at smarocco@gmail.com with your total number of books read and donation amount, as in past years a newspaper article was written announcing the total number of books read and amount of money earned.

You can include books read with, to, or by the child, as well as audiobooks. Fiction, non fiction, poetry- it all counts! (Videos or movies are excluded.) Books can be of any length that you decide is appropriate for your child's age and reading ability. You can also do a family challenge and add up the books read by every member of the family or do the challenge as individuals. Just be sure to have fun!


Wilderness First Aid Class in the ADKs

The classes are Wilderness First Aid and Wilderness First Responder, They are certifications that really help get jobs at summer camps or as a travel guide, or just to keep day-hikers safe in the High Peaks.

Our minimum age is 16, and it is a hands-on immersive educational experience that homeschooled students might really enjoy. It is also a great things for parents and their teenagers to do together.


NOLS Wilderness First Aid 
December 9-10, 2017 | $225 |
Meals and Lodging available Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center Willsboro, NY

• The WFA is an introductory class; no prior medical experience is needed. You'll learn the Patient Assessment System, how to provide effective treatments for common injuries and illnesses, and how to decide when it's time to evacuate your patient.


NOLS Wilderness First Responder 
December 15-23, 2017 | $725 |
Meals and Lodging available Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center Willsboro, NY

•The WFR is an in-depth look at patient assessment, traumatic injuries, environmental topics, and medical emergencies. A comprehensive class with far more hands-on practice than a WFA, the WFR includes CPR and epinephrine administration certifications. Graduation from a WFR turns an EMT into a Wilderness-EMT. Graduation from a WFR turns an EMT into a Wilderness-EMT.

More more information:
wildernessrescuetraining.com/wfr

or contact the instructor: Allie Malonie: allie.maloney@gmail.com


High School Writing Retreat

You're invited!

High School
Writing Retreat

October 26, 27 at Paul Smith's College

Sign up now!
Three of the most experienced and exciting spoken word poets in the world are leading our twelfth annual High School Writing Retreat.

During this two-day event, students will enjoy poetry performances and learn how to make their writing gorgeous with workshop leaders and poetry legends Mahogany L. Browne, Jive Poetic, and Jon Sands. High school students, classes, and homeschooled students are invited to join for a day of performances, workshops, and general awesomeness. 
Any student is welcome to join, no experience necessary! This event is free, lunch will be available for purchase on campus. If you or your class can only attend for one day, please plan to join on October 26. Any classes or individuals that are interested in joining should contact the Adirondack Center for Writing at info@adirondackcenterforwriting.org.
About our workshop leaders

Thanks to our sponsors.

This event is provided by Adirondack Foundation-Benght Ohman Fund, Adirondack Foundation-Evergreen Fund, Adirondack Foundation-Saranac Lake Public Education Fund, Charles R. Wood Foundation, Cloudsplitter Foundation, Saranac Lake Young Arts Association, and Stewart’s Holiday Match.
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