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Home Educators Alliance for Resources and Training of Texas, Inc.
Home School News and Events
Dear Home School Families and Friends,
We are excited to share information that we feel may be of interest to home schoolers in North Texas. Please feel free to pass along this newsletter to your friends or other homeschooling families in your network.
If you use content from this newsletter for placement within your own newsletter, website, or other communications, please acknowledge the HEART of Texas newsletter as your source via a link to our website: www.heartoftex.org.
If you know of an event or activity that would benefit other home schoolers, please drop us a line at firstname.lastname@example.com so we can share it in our next bi-weekly e-newsletter. Advertising space is available for those wishing to advertise their businesses, classes, job listings, or other opportunities.
Additionally, if you or anyone in your homeschool group would like to submit articles, or have suggestions for future article topics, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
We would love to hear from you!
Our deadlines are as follows:
the 1st of the month, for the mid-month issue;
the 15th of the month for the issue that goes out at the beginning of the following month.
Please send all submissions to firstname.lastname@example.com for consideration in the newsletter.
Thanks so much!
Home Educators Alliance for Resources and Training of Texas, Inc., (HEART of Texas) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to serving the home schooling support groups, leaders and families in our regional service area. Our mission is to provide leadership, training, resources and support within the home school community through communications, networking activities, and events directed at home school support groups, leaders, and families in the Greater Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding North Texas region.
This information is provided as a service to our fellow home schoolers. HEART of Texas does not necessarily endorse, warrant, or represent any of the activities, events, or organizations listed, or their content, views, opinions, or recommendations. Please use your own judgment when considering taking part in or attending any of these events or activities or visiting any of the websites or links provided. HEART of Texas assumes no responsibility for the content of any ads, promises made, or the quality/reliability of the products or services offered.
Time: 10am - 3pm
New Location: Colleyville Church of Christ, 1008 Church St, Colleyville, TX 76034
FEATURING our special guest speaker: ROSIE BOOM!
Admission: In lieu of charging admission, we are asking for a donation in any amount to benefit
Texas Home School Coalition, which works very hard on behalf of all homeschool families in Texas to
defend our right to homeschool. A separate love offering will be collected for Rosie Boom's ministry.
Suggested Donation Amounts:
$2/family suggested donation (Advance Registrations via our online form on or before May 17)
$5/family suggested donation (Onsite Registrations)
These are just suggested. Your donation in any amount will be appreciated.
We will also be holding a used book sale!! Come find great deals on used books!!
Details: Ever wonder where to find homeschool classes?
Looking for volunteer opportunites, boy scout troops, music classes, or other opportunities?
This is your chance to see some of the resources that are available for homeschoolers.
Local resources for YOUR homeschooling family, all gathered in one convenient location!
Browse, pick up info, and visit IN PERSON with the people who offer wonderful resources for your family!
The Expo is sponsored by HEART of Texas (heartoftex.org) for the purpose of connecting homeschoolers with resources available to them.
To Learn More: click here
This year's Expo will Feature our Special Guest Speaker: ROSIE BOOM!!!
Rosie will be a featured speaker at Arlington Home School Bookfair May 10 & 11, and
we are excited to have her speaking at our Expo!!
To Learn More About Rosie: Click Here for a pdf with her picture, bio and list of speaking engagements
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Date: July 9 & 10
Strong in the Lord Conference
Age: 8-14
-- How to be Strong for the Lord in Your Youth
-- Making Brothers and Sisters Best Friends
-- How to Turn Your Heart to Your Parents
-- How to Share the Gospel Boldly
-- Avoiding Wrong Influences
-- Seeking the Lord with All of Your Heart
-- Developing a Disciplined Walk with God
Cost: Regular Registration $15/girl; $10/parent. Late Registration: $18/girl; $12/parent
To Register: Click here
For More Information: Click here
Discount: HEART of Texas memebers (with current member card) receive a 15% discount. Call the office at 319-377-6728 and mention the HEART of Texas membership.
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When: We will hold three fall and four spring cotillions, excluding December and April. Dates should be considered tentative, however, until the receipt of your invitation approximately two weeks beforehand. Tentative dates for the 2013-2014 year are: 9/15, 10/20, 11/10, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 & 5/11
Details: We are a fellowship of homeschooling parents offering instruction to teens in etiquette and various forms of traditional dance along with the opportunity to build socialization skills and new relationships for God's glory. The cotillion is open to homeschoolers aged 12 to 18. 2013—2014 Selective Sundays of the month 4:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Gleneagles Country Club: 5401 W Park Blvd, Plano, TX 75093
Cost: $50 non-refundable, annual registration fee per family; $25/per person for each cotillion (includes meal and dance instruction); parents may R.S.V.P. for dinner as space allows for $25:
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Ages 6-18
Details: DFW Speech and Debate provides communications training to help students sharpen their ability to analyze problems, think and listen critically, and communicate their ideas in an organized and compelling manner. They train hundreds of students each year who go on to excel academically and in competition.
Their offerings include introductory Speech and Debate camps, Model UN, Moot Court and more for ages 12-18. Junior Speech for ages 6-11 is also being offered this summer!
To Register: click here
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Ages: 16-19
Details: Continuing their tradition of helping students develop their critical-thinking skills, DFW Speech & Debate is now offering online AP courses for home schooled students! Receiving college credit through AP courses is one of the best ways for home schooled students to stand out in the college admission process, earn academic scholarships and awards from colleges and universities, experience college-level academics in high school, save time and money once they get to college, allowing them to move directly into upper-level courses in their field of interest, and earn AP Scholar Awards.
Their AP offerings include AP English Language and Composition, AP US History and AP World History.
To Register: click here
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When: Tuesday, May 14, 2013; 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm and Thursday, May 16, 2013; 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Town North Presbyterian Church -- 1776 No. Plano Rd, Richardson TX 75081
Cost: Admission free but love offerings gratefully accepted for Rosie's ministry. Make checks payable to Hearth & Home Ministries.
Details: Chris and Rosie Boom are singer/song writers from northern New Zealand, where they have raised and homeschooled their six children for the past 18 years. Rosie is the author of The Gift of Values series and the award-winning series, The Barn Chronicles, which tells of the Boom family's many adventures in the 94 year old barn that is their home. To learn more about Rosie and her books, visit www.rosieboom.com
See below for the first chapter of Rosie's story "Where Lions Roar at Night". Rosie is also a featured speaker at the Arlington Home School Bookfair May10-11, 2013, and the HEART of Texas Home School Expo & Used Book Sale May 18!! You won't want to miss seeing and hearing her live!
Click here to download a pdf with pictures of her family, bio, and speaking engagements across North Texas!
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What: Bedbugs
Details: Marie is a little girl who likes to jump on her bed, but to the bedbugs being squished underfoot, she is the wicked witch who causes earthquakes, among other natural disasters. The microscopic citizens of her bed are up in arms and decide to launch a full-scale attack against Marie, prompting her to investigate with her magnifying glass. To her surprise, there really are bedbugs… and they have something to say! Crawling with laughs, this fun play reminds us there are always two sides to every story and that conflict is best resolved peacefully.
Time: 4:30PM
Location: Artisan Center Theater: 418 E Pipeline Rd, Hurst, TX 76053
To Purchase Tickets: Call the box office to receive FREE popcorn for every ticket that is bought! Mention the HEART of Texas Home School Day at Artie's Playhouse! Call 817-284-1200
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Time: 12:45-2:45pm
Cost: $5/session, includes skate rental
Location: Allen Community Ice Rink, 200 E. Stacy Rd, Allen, 75002
Directions: Click Here
Details: Please note these are open skate sessions; not ice skating lessons. 2012-2013 school year skate dates: May 3 & 17.
For Information: Click here
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Time: 10am - 3pm
New Location: Colleyville Church of Christ, 1008 Church St, Colleyville, TX 76034
FEATURING our special guest speaker: ROSIE BOOM!
Admission: In lieu of charging admission, we are asking for a donation in any amount to benefit
Texas Home School Coalition, which works very hard on behalf of all homeschool families in Texas to
defend our right to homeschool. A separate love offering will be collected for Rosie Boom's ministry.
Suggested Donation Amounts:
$2/family suggested donation (Advance Registrations via our online form on or before May 17)
$5/family suggested donation (Onsite Registrations)
These are just suggested. Your donation in any amount will be appreciated.
We will also be holding a used book sale!!
Details: Ever wonder where to find homeschool classes?
Looking for volunteer opportunites, boy scout troops, music classes, or other opportunities?
This is your chance to see some of the resources that are available for homeschoolers.
Local resources for YOUR homeschooling family, all gathered in one convenient location!
Browse, pick up info, and visit IN PERSON with the people who offer wonderful resources for your family!
The Expo is sponsored by HEART of Texas (heartoftex.org) for the purpose of connecting homeschoolers with resources available to them.
To Learn More: click here
This year's Expo will Feature our Special Guest Speaker: ROSIE BOOM!!!
Rosie will be a featured speaker at Arlington Home School Bookfair May 10 & 11, and
we are excited to have her speaking at our Expo!!
To Learn More About Rosie: Click Here for a pdf with her picture, bio and list of speaking engagements
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18-19 -- Way of the Scout
This is a class on learning how an Indian Scout was able to be invisible in the woods.
31-June 2 -- Summer Family Nature Camp
This is a family event; at least parent must be in attendance.
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MAY 21 -- Beak to the Basics
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: $18/person, 2 & under free
Details: Attend one, two, or all three! We will have fun in the classroom – learning the basics about birds, birding and the tools of birding; then fun in the field – learning the hows and whys of finding birds, observing and identifying some of the 200+ bird species in our 1700+ acres. We will do a modified drive-through tour – the birder's version! We'll sharpen our skills with an identification game at some point in the day. These three days build on one another: to get the most, come to all three; the last class on Apr. 16 will be for previous attenders only. Open to non-homeschoolers as well. Limited to 25, so save your place(s) @ 254-897-2960. Come learn and enjoy!
To register: 254-897-2960
JUNE 11 -- Cheetah
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: $18/person, 2 & under free
Details: What makes cheetahs so fast? What sounds do they make? Learn all about this unique and amazing cat in our interactive class and on the guided tour where we will spend extra time at the cheetah facility.
To register: 254-897-2960
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Time: 9:30am-11:30 am
Cost: $25/student: includes a snack, live animal presentation, one home school day T-shirt and admission for each student to the Zoo on class day. Please note that the same class is offered twice a month. One shirt is provided per student for the semester.
Class for Ages 6-8
Join us this semester as we study different subjects through zoo exploration!
May 7 & 21: Grassland Grazers: Join us on a learning safari through the grasslands.
Classes for Ages 9-12
Come along as we take a close look at diverse animals and their eating habits!
May 7 & 21 -- Marsupials: Their pouch is for their wallet and keys, right?
For more information and to register: Click here
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Fourth Thursday of every month, with some exceptions.
Time: 11am-12:30pm
Details: The Dallas Museum of Art's homeschool classes offer an interactive Museum experience for families with children ages 6 and above. Parents and children learn about works of art together in the galleries, participate in hands-on activities as a family, and create a work of art together in the Art Studio. During the program, parents learn techniques and skills for creating their own educational experiences in the gallery.
Cost: DMA members $5 per participating child (ages 6 and up).
To Register: To register for the class, click here to go to the ticketing website, select Family Programs from the sidebar on the left, and follow the instructions to add the number of tickets you need for the class (one ticket per child). Participating adults do not require a ticket. If you have any difficulties with the new system, call 214-922-1270 or 214-922-1822. When classes are filled, call 214-922-1818 or e-mail email@example.com to be placed on a waiting list.
Upcoming Classes:
May 23: Nature and Art in "Loren Mozley: Structural Integrity"
For more information: click here
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Time: 7pm
Tickets: $50 each (ticket sales end April 30)
Theme: A Night to Remember
Location: Cleburne, TX (call for details)
For More Information: 972-342-5099
HEART of Texas Card-Holder Discount: HEART of Texas supporters with valid Family ID card are eligible for 10% discount on purchase of prom tickets! Must give card information when you order tickets and show card at the door for verification.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Family Membership and Benefits: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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4th ANNUAL HOME SCHOOL FAMILY FUN DAY AT
Time: 10am-4pm
Details: Print flyer from Heart of Texas website and bring to the park to enjoy: General Admission, Parking, Picnic Grounds and Pavilions at a discounted price.
Included Events: Unlimited Rides, Hula Hoop Contest, Falcon Flyers Jump Rope Show, Home School Booths and Free Drawings!
Cost: Discounted Price (with flyer): $10/person. Regular price (without flyer): $15/person. Children under 2 years of age are free, all others pay.
Additional Optional Costs: All Day Swimming is $5/person
Cash only at gate. No checks. No cards. ATM available.
You may bring home cooked food or purchase food at the park refreshment stands.
NO OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL FOOD WILL BE ALLOWED, i.e. Subway, Pizza Hut, etc.
Food and arcade games available but not included. Bring your own grills.
No pets please, except service animals. All park rules apply.
Consider coming as a group so you can picnic with your friends.
For more information: visit www.sandylake.com or email email@example.com
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Time: 10am
Cost: Free Child admission with Adult ticket purchase
Location: Lake Worth Movies 14, 6600 NW Loop 820, Ft. Worth, 76135
Details: Sensory Friendly Screenings provide special families an opportunity to enjoy a family-friendly film in a safe and warm environment. Auditoriums are adjusted with lights a bit brighter, sound a little softer, and no one minds if audience members dance, sing, or walk around during the movie. Families can feel relaxed and comfortable enjoying the movie experience together.
Upcoming Shows:
June 8 -- Epic
July 13 -- Monsters University
August 10 -- Turbo
For More Details: Click Here
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I teach a PSAT SAT Prep course from a Christian worldview and since 1995 have helped many students receive scholarships as National Merit Finalists , Semifinalists, National Achievement Scholars, and National Hispanic Scholars. Other students received scholarships as a result of very high and even perfect SAT scores.
For high school students (grades 9-12) who meet once a week for 8 weeks. The course ends just in time for the October SAT and PSAT! Great timing!
The Orientation Class is open to guests, as well as registrants. (Choose May 9th or May 20th.)
Cost $350 ($300 if registered before April 30) per student which includes all instruction, study materials and practice tests.
Additional Essay Writing Intensive Preparation Classes are available for interested students. 11th and 12th graders are strongly encouraged to participate in this excellent although optional class. Cost $30
Contact MARY HAMILTON: firstname.lastname@example.com
Or Visit: www.maryhamilton.us for more information, recommendations, and to register your student.
2012 results include: 7 PSAT scores 220 or above (Nat'l Merit Scholar Semifinalist/Finalist level),
2 National Achievement Scholars, and Perfect Scores: Math: 1, CR: 4, W: 3
Class Dates: Classes begin the week of August 17 and continue through October 11, a total of 8 weeks.
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday classes meet at Christ Life Church, 6250 South Freeway, Ft. Worth
(church is located on I-35 so. of I-20).
Mondays (Christ Life Church in FW) 4:45-6:45 & 7-9:00
Wednesday (Weatherford at Victory Baptist Academy) 4:15-6:15
Thursdays (Christ Life Church in FW) 7:00-9:00
Saturday (Christ Life Church in FW) 2:00-4:00 (Advanced Class)
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Do you have a son or daughter who loves playing the trumpet? Why not have them study with one of the best! Bert Traux played trumpet with Dallas Symphony Orchestra for 23 years. He has over 35 years of teaching experience, and has taught trumpet at SMU, UNT, and Texas A&M Commerce.
Did you play trumpet at one time and want to start playing again? Bert also specializes in teaching come-back players as well. Rediscover the fun you used to have playing the trumpet.
Conveniently located near the intersection of Jupitor and Belt Line Road in Garland.
Bert's studio is a reasonable drive from most anywhere in the Metroplex.
For more information: 214.789.3726 or email email@example.com.
To learn more about Bert: Please visit www.berttruaxbasicbrass.com
Discount: HEART of Texas supporters (with current member card) receive a 20% discount for students and adult lessons.
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Classes for middle and high school homeschool students focusing on developing critical thinking through English, Literature, Government and Economics. Critical thinking skills are emphaiszed and several field trips will be offered for students enrolled in Government & Economics.
Classes meet weekly on Tuesdays, at christ Fellowship Church in McKinney.
To Register: www.thevineacademy.com
For more information contact Jacquie Clark at email@example.com
Special Discount: HEART of Texas supporters (with current member card) receive a special discount of $5/month off of tuition.
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HOME SCHOOL GOLF PROGRAM (Spring 2013)
Experience the Game of Golf! Lantana Golf Club is offering three separate golf programs for juniors, age 8-17, in 2013. The Spring, Summer and Fall programs will each offer weekly clinics over a period of 8-10 weeks.
Participants will receive instruction on full swing, short game (chip, pitch, putting) and bunker play. Participants will also receive a basic introduction to the rules & etiquette of golf and the opportunity for quality time on course.
Our objective is to introduce juniors to the game of golf, improve playing skills and provide the opportunity for personal growth and learning. We hope to build and strengthen character, develop new friendships, and enjoy the experience and life lessons this great game provides.
Marc Brooks will provide lead instruction with assistance from other local golf professionals as needed. Mr. Brooks is a PGA member and currently Director of Instruction at Lantana Golf Club. He was recently named "Best Golf Instructor Denton County 2012" and a member of the PGA President's Council for his continuing efforts to promote and grow the game of golf.
To Register: click here to download the registration form.
For more information, contact Marc Brooks, PGA at 940-728-4653 or click here to email.
Discount: Marc Brooks is offering HEART of Texas supporting members (with a current HEART of Texas member card) a 10% discount.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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Family Camp Week: JUNE 3-8, 2013
Cost: Adults: $390, Children age 3-11: $245,Children age 0-2: $30. Each family will have a private room and bath in one of the Lodges. Mom and Dad have a King or Queen bed and the kids have a loft, a cubby, or bunk. Every room is different. Tour our Lodges on our website: SOTO Lodges. HEART of Texas members get an exclusive discount! $20 per adult (12 years and older) and $10 per child (ages 3-11)!
Details: Family Camp at Shepherd of the Ozarks is...a fabulous affordable family vacation with a spiritual emphasis... breath-taking scenery, luxurious lodges, really great food (not camp food) and activities for all ages. It's a time to spend quality time together and make memories that will last a lifetime. What do we do at Family Camp? Days are free for a variety of activities like swimming, river tubing, fishing, hiking on trails in 460 acres of natural Ozark Mountain forest, volleyball, basketball, frisbee golf, horseback riding, paintball, laser tag, high ropes, cliffhanger, canoeing the Buffalo River, sightseeing at the Blanchard Springs Caverns or... how about relaxing on the porch in a rocking chair with a cup of coffee and enjoying the view? Watch our Activity Video: SOTO Activities Video. No cooking for Mom! Meals always get rave reviews. After dinner we gather for a Spiritual time with Praise and Worship music and time in the Word with our Speaker. There's a Kids Program for kids ages 5-10, a Nursery for babies/toddlers, and Play Time for kids 3-4. The evening is topped off with an activity like Game Night; Dance Night (Square Dancing, the YMCA and Chicken Dance to name a few); Skit Night; and Family Communion around a camp fire. There's always quality fellowship in the lodges as the evening winds down and the kids head for bed… time to connect with old and new friends.
To Register: SOTO Family Camp Online Registration
Please email: Click here to email Michelle Miller
Discount: HEART of Texas members get an exclusive discount! $20 per adult (12 years and older) and $10 per child (ages 3-11)!
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~~What's Inside This Issue ~~
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May -- Library Used Book Sales Across North Texas
May -- Museum Exhibits in Dallas & Fort Worth
May -- Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area
May -- Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
May -- Imax and Omni Movies
May -- Texas Discovery Gardens
May -- Texas Parks and Wildlife Programs at Select Parks
May -- Registration Open for Home School Golf Program at Lantana Golf Club
May -- Programs at Ft. Worth Nature Center & Refuge
May -- DFW Speech & Debate Summer Camp Registration Opens
May -- Register Now for Online AP Classes for Home School Students through DFW Speech & Debate
May -- Registration Open for Bright Lights Conference in Carrollton
May -- Registration Open for 2013-2014 Greater Plano Area Cotillion
May 14 & 16 -- Rosie Boom Live in Richardson!
May 16 -- HEART of Texas Home School Day at Artie's Playhouse at the Artisan Theater in Hurst
May 17 -- Home School Open Skate Time at Allen Community Ice Rink
May 18 -- HEART of Texas Home School Expo & Used Book Sale (featuring Rosie Boom) in Colleyville
May 18 -- Star Party at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
May 18 -- Way of the Scout Program at Camp Tonkawa
May 19 -- Great Dallas Youth Orchestra Performs
May 21 -- Beak to the Basics Program at Fossil Rim
May 21 -- Monthly Home School Classes at the Fort Worth Zoo
May 21 -- Beak to the Basics Program at Fossil Rim
May 23 -- Home School Class "Loren Mozley: Structural Integrity" at the Dallas Museum of Art
May 23 -- Home School Day at Sandy Lake Amusement Park
May 23 -- Johnson County Home School Prom in Cleburne
May 24 -- Texas Ballet Theater Performances Presents Mozart Requiem and Theme and Variations at the Wyly Theater in Dallas
May 24 -- Jekyll and Hyde Opens at the Plano Children's Theater
May 25 -- Native Texas Butterflies Program Opens at the Heard Museum
May 25 -- The Little Mermaid Opens at the Breitling Youth Theater in Garland
Through May 25 -- 42nd Street at the Artisan Theater in Hurst
Through May 26 -- Chagall: Beyond Color Exhibit at the Dallas Museum of Art
May 31 -- The Civil War Opens at the Artisan Theater in Hurst
June 4 -- Pictures and Pages Preschool Program at the Kimbell Art Museum
June 8 -- Sensory Friendly Screening of Epic at Starplex Cinema Lake Worth Movies 14
Sponsor -- Registration open for SAT/PSAT Prep Classes taught by Mary Hamilton (Classes begin Aug 17)
Sponsor -- Registration Open: Trumpet Lessons in Garland
Sponsor -- Registration Open: Registration Open for Home School Classes at The Vine Academy in McKinney
Sponsor -- Registration Open: Home School Golf Program at Lantana Golf Club (Spring 2013)
Sponsor -- SOTO Creation Family Camp -- June 3-8, 2013
Congratulations to the Home School World Series Winners!
Save 50% on Tickets to Select Texas Ballet Theater Performances for the 2012-2013 Season!
No Greater Joy Ministries Offering FREE Magazines to Support Groups and Home School Families!
NEST Family Learning Offering Discount to Our Readers!
1. Library Programs at North Texas Libraries -- North Texas
Other Libraries are Welcome to Include Their Events – contact firstname.lastname@example.com
Bedford Public Library
Fort Worth Public Library
Hurst Public Library
McKinney Public Library System
Rockwall County Library
Tyler Public Library
2. Book It! Reading Program -- Enrollment: May 1 through 2nd Friday in June each year
3. Braums Book Buddy Reading Program -- Enrollment Open
Six Flags Read to Succeed -- Enrollment for 2012-2013
4. BEST Robotics 2011 -- 2012-2013 Competition TBA
5. FIRST Lego League: 2013 Nature's Fury Challenge -- Coming August 2013
6. Texas State Fish-Art Contests -- Deadline March 31, 2013 (yearly contest)
7. National Engineers Week -- 2012-2013 Competition TBA
8. USA Mathematical Talent Search
9. Igniting Creative Energy Challenge for K-12 -- 2013 Contest TBA
10. Texas Beef Leaders of Tomorrow Contest -- Deadline July 1
11. City of Fort Worth Youth Advisory Board -- Fort Worth
12. City of North Richland Hills Teen Court -- North Richland Hills
13. Hurst-Euless-Bedford Teen Court -- Hurst-Euless-Bedford
14. Certificates of Special Congressional Recognition for Graduating Seniors
15. National Congressional Art Competition -- Districts 3, 4, 5, 12, 24, 26, 30
Become a HEART of Texas Partner to list your Enrichment Program or Homeschool Classes
16. Center for Home Education -- Watauga
17. Christian Educators Resource Center -- Rowlett
18. Christian Homeschool Alliance of Texas -- Cedar Hill/SW Dallas area
19. Eastfield College -- Mesquite
20. Enrichment Classes, Inc. -- Grapevine
21. Home Educators Resource -- Lewisville
22. Homeschoolers East Co-Op Classes -- East Dallas
23. JOY Christian Academy -- Decatur
24. Matthew Road Academy -- Grand Prairie
25. Morning Glory Academy -- Hurst
26. Tarrant County College -- High School Math Classes
27. THEO Home School Classes -- Plano
28. Quo Vadis Educators -- Garland
29. Library Used Book Sales in North Texas
Wichita Falls -- May 4
Dallas -- May 9-11
Euless -- May 17-19
Dallas -- June 5-8
Flower Mound -- June 8-9
Abilene -- June 14-16
Carrollton -- June 14-15
Irving -- June
30. Center for Home Education -- Watauga
31. Home Educators Resource -- Lewisville
Become a HEART of Texas Partner to list your program
32. Camp Tonkawa (Day Camps and Outdoor Education) -- Collinsville
33. Dallas Arboretum -- Dallas
34. Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge Programs
35. Fort Worth Botanic Gardens -- Fort Worth
36. Fort Worth Zoo Homeschool Classes -- Fort Worth
37. Fossil Rim
38. Haven's Horses (Horsemanship & Outdoor Education)-- Keller
39. Heard Museum Homeschool Classes – McKinney
40. Heritage Farmstead Museum -- Plano
41. Ride with Pride -- Southlake
42. Sharkarosa Wildlife Ranch -- Pilot Point
43. Texas Discovery Gardens -- Dallas
44. Texas Parks and Wildlife Programs -- State Parks in North Texas
Purtis Creek State Park -- Athens
Cedar Hill State Park -- Cedar Hill
Ray Roberts Lake State Park -- Denton
Eisenhower State Park -- Denison
Dinosaur Valley State Park -- Glen Rose
Fort Richardson SP and HS/Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway -- Jacksboro
Lake Mineral Wells State Park and Trailway -- Mineral Wells
Tyler State Park -- Tyler
Lake Tawakoni State Park -- Wills Point
45. Nash Farm -- Grapevine
46. Artisan Center Theater Performances -- Hurst
Artie's Children's Playhouse:
BedBugs -- May 4-May 25
The Little Mermaid -- June 1 - July 27
The Rockin' Tale of Snow White -- Aug 3 - Aug 31
Blue's Clues Live -- Sept 7 - Oct 12
My Pal Mack -- Oct 19 - Nov 9
A Christmas Cinderella -- Nov 16 - Dec 21
Main Stage Performances:
42nd Street -- Apr 26 - May 25
The Civil War -- May 31- July 13
High School Musical -- July 17 - July 27
A Wrinkle in Time -- Aug 2 - Aug 31
Kiss Me Kate -- Sept 6 - Oct 12
The Philadelphia Story -- Oct 18 - Nov 9
Little Women -- Nov 15 - Dec 21
47. Breitling Youth Theater/Acting for Children Performances -- Garland
48. Casa Manana Children's Playhouse Performances -- Fort Worth
Seussical Jr. -- Apr 26-May 12, 2013
49. CATS Theater Performances -- Arlington
50. Cottage Theater Performances -- Watauga
51. Dallas Children's Theater Performances -- Dallas
52. Dallas Symphony Orchestra -- Dallas
53. Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra -- Fort Worth
54. Plano Children's Theater Performances -- Plano
55. Texas Ballet Theater Performances -- Special Pricing -- Dallas/Ft. Worth
Mention "HEART of Texas" to Receive Special Pricing on Following Performances:
Mozart Requiem & Theme & Variations (Wyly Theatre) -- May 25, 2013 at 2pm
56. Home School Discount Tickets to Dallas Theater Performances
57. Lone Star Children's Choir -- Keller
58. Amon Carter Museum Exhibits – Fort Worth
59. Dallas Museum of Art Exhibits -- Dallas
First Tuesday (Free admission) -- Mar 7
Variations on Theme: Contemporary Art 1950s - Present
Through Encountering Space in the Center for Creative Connections -- Throughout Spring 2013
60. Kimbell Art Museum Exhibit -- Fort Worth
Admission to the museum's Permanent Collection is always FREE
Pictures and Pages -- May 7
61. Perot Museum -- Dallas
62. Museum of Science & History -- Fort Worth
Air Park -- now on exhibit
63. Nasher Sculpture Center -- Dallas
Target First Saturdays (FREE Admission): May 4
64. Shows at the Fort Worth Omni Theater -- Ft. Worth Museum of Science & History
Flight of the Butterflies
The Living Sea
Africa: The Serengeti
Tornado Alley
65. Programs at Log Cabin Village -- Fort Worth
66. Dallas Heritage Village -- Dallas
67. Old Red Museum -- Dallas
68. Star Parties at Fort Worth Museum of Science and History -- May 18, June 15, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 5, Nov 9
Become a HEART of Texas Partner to list your non-profit Sport/PE program
69. Aledo Christian School's Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, Softball Teams -- Aledo
70. Berne Academy's Varsity Boys Basketball Team -- Lancaster
71. Homeschool Swim -- The Colony Aquatic Park -- The Colony
72. Homeschool Swim & Swim Team -- Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium-- Allen
73. Christian Martial Arts -- Bedford
74. Dallas Thunder Homeschool Basketball Organization -- Registration Open
75. Elite Track Club/Cross Country Program for Home Schoolers
76. Home School Athletic Association
77. Hulcy Home School PE Classes -- Richardson
78. Home School PE Classes -- Velocity in Southlake
79. Home School Fencing Classes -- Fencing Institute of Texas -- Farmers Branch
80. Parker-Tarrant Home School
81. Pop-In Playtime -- Pump It Up of Grapevine -- Grapevine
82. THESA Riders Home School Association
83. Training For Confidence Martial Arts School -- Colleyville
84. Best Gymnastics -- Flower Mound
85. Home School Golf Program -- Lantana Golf Club
Become a HEART of Texas Support Group Partner to list your Support Group here!
86. Smoothing the Way Meetings in North Texas
87. DFW Speech and Debate Club -- Coppell
88. Denton County Christian Home School Association -- Denton
89. Irving Home Schoolers -- Irving
90. PEACH -- Plano
91. SAT Test Dates
92. SAT Prep Classes with Jean Burk -- Across North Texas
93. Baylor and Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) Scholarship -- Deadline December 1, 2013
Volunteer opportunities must indicate a direct homeschool interest to be included in this listing.
94. Volunteer Opportunities Available for Home School Students in 21 Counties -- American Cancer Society
95. Learn to Laugh in Another Language: Be a Host Family for a Foreign-Exchange Student -- INTO EdVENTURES
96. Homeschool Volunteers Needed to Deliver Meals; Friendship -- Meals On Wheels, Inc. of Tarrant County
97. Homeschool Volunteers Needed to Deliver Meals -- Johnson & Ellis Counties
98. Home School Volunteers Needed to Serve Meals -- Dallas -- The Stewpot
99. Texas Global Education and Cultural Exchange Program
100. Christian Home School Athletes of North Texas-- Sept 15 Registration
101. Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra (GDYO) Performances -- March 3, May 19
102. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA) -- May Events
103. "Darkness into Light" Exhibit by Faith Artists -- Jacques Lamy Gallery, Dallas
104. Sandy Lake 4th Annual Home School Family Fun Day -- May 23
105. "Heroes of History" Exhibit at the Museum of Biblical Art -- Dallas, April 26
106. Hawaiian Falls Waterpark Homeschool Day -- June 3
107. Greater Plano Area Cotillion -- 2013-2014 events
On May 4, 2013, in Auburndale, FL, the Home School Athletic Association (HSAA) Angels of Dallas brought home their second national championship in three years with a 9-8 win over the Wake County
Homeschool Warriors of Raleigh, NC. In the weeklong tournament, HSAA went undefeated with six wins over teams from all across the country.
Four Angels were named to the All-American Team: seniors Josh Bilello, Kenan Davis, and Dillon Smith and junior Andrew Brechner.
-- reposted from the THSC Webmaster Articles
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The Texas Ballet Theater is a long-time partner of HEART of Texas, and is offering our newsletter readers (that's you) and other home schoolers
special ticket pricing on great seats during select performances! The dates and times of the performances are listed below.
Your family can save 50% on tickets to select Texas Ballet Theater performances on "HEART of Texas Home School Discount Days" (see below for specific performances). You
may purchase these tickets as a group or as a family -- all home schoolers can enjoy these great discounts. You do not have to be a member
of HEART of Texas or any other home school group. But you must mention HEART of Texas when you call.
Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, so please reserve your tickets as soon as possible to ensure the best seating availalble
during our select performances. All tickets, even group tickets, must be paid for at the time of the reservation. Please also be aware that
all sales are final.
Please Note: Some performances may not be appropriate for all audiences or families. Please use your own judgment when considering allowing
your children/family to view these productions.
Lambarena and Voluntaries
MARCH 1-3: Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth
HEART of Texas Home School Discount Day (50% off Tickets): MARCH 2, 2013 at 2pm (Bass Hall in Fort Worth)
Must mention "HEART of Texas Home School Discount Program" when you call to reserve tickets
Mozart Requiem & Theme & Variations
MAY 24-26: Wyly Theatre in Dallas
HEART of Texas Home School Discount Day (50% off Tickets): MAY 25, 2013 at 2pm (Wyly Theatre)
Must mention "HEART of Texas Home School Discount Program" when you call to reserve tickets
To Purchase Tickets By Phone: Call Don Petty 877-828-9200, ext. 104 or click here to email
You must mention the HEART of Texas Home School Discount program to get the discount.
Any home school family may take advantage of this program.
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No Greater Joy Ministries Offering FREE Magazines to Support Groups and Home School Families!
Mike & Debi Pearl of No Greater Joy Ministries would love to send your home school group FREE magazines! They have set aside some extra copies just for your group to pass out at your monthly meeting. To request copies for families in your group, please email Debi Pearl with the number of magazines you need, and where to mail them.
Or, if your family would like to get your own FREE subscription, visit their site and sign up for their
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NEST Family Learning Offering Discount to Our Readers!
NEST Family Learning has partnered with HEART of Texas to offer a special discount to readers of our newsletter!
Simply visit this link to start shopping and begin enjoying your savings today! Use coupon code "HEART" when placing your order.
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To find out what programs your local libraries have going on, visit the website below. It includes links to public libraries all over Texas, so you and your kids can get in on the adventure of reading.
Location: 2424 Forest Ridge Drive
Bedford, TX 76021
Contact: Carrie Glinderman
TUESDAYS -- Sprouts Story Time
(for the more active child)
Time: 10 a.m.–10:20 a.m.
TUESDAYS -- Story Book Club
(for the child who is ready to be a sitter and listener)
Time: 11 a.m.–11:25 a.m.
THURSDAYS -- Peapods Story Time
(for babies 2 years and under and their caregiver.)
Registration is required for this program.
For More Information: Contact Kids Help Desk at 817-952-2373
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Location: 500 W. 3rd St
Location: NE 35th Street
Location: 4300 E. Berry St.
Location: 6301 Bridge St.
Location: 2800 Stark St.
Location: 601 Park Street
Location: 3628 Bernie Anderson Drive
Location: 2913 Yucca Avenue
Location: 959 East Rosedale St.
Location: 4001 Library Ln.
Location: 4205 Basswood Blvd.
Location: 3816 Kimberly Ln.
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Location: 901 Precinct Line Road
Hurst, TX 76053
Contact: Click Here to email
For Kids--Birth through Elementary
Chapter Chats
Who: 3rd-6th graders
When: 2nd Tuesdays
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Do you love books? Do you enjoy talking about them with others? Here's your chance! Share your views with other kids who have read what you have. Interested parents are welcome, too.
Puppet People
Who: 4th-8th graders
When: Wednesdays
Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Calling Puppet People—old and new! Would you like to try your hand—or two—at puppetry? Now's your chance! We'll be working on shows for kids this summer. Call 817-788-7302 to register.
Who: Children birth-18 months and an accompanying caregiver
When: Saturdays
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Babygarten is an educational curriculum involving songs, rhymes and activities that help babies with language acquisition and preliteracy skills. Space is limited, so please register at 817-788-7302.
Bedtime Stories
Who: For all ages
When: Tuesdays
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Wear your pajamas and slippers and come for some stories and fun that might (or might not!) make you ready for bed!
Teen Zone --7th through 12th graders
Anime Club
Who: For 7th-12th graders
When: 1st Thursdays
Time: 6-8 p.m.
If you enjoy anime—watching it and talking about it—this is the place for you! Come to the Teen Zone with other teens that love anime, just for fun!
Teen Night
Who: For 7th-12th graders
When: 2nd Thursdays
Time: 7 p.m.
Can't wait to share your thoughts on some popular books? Join together in the Teen Zone to voice your opinions!
TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS -- Story Time for ages 3-6
Time: 10:45 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
MONDAYS & THURSDAYS -- Toddler Time for ages 1-3
Time: 10 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
MONDAYS -- Chess Club (elementary ages and up)
Time: 4 p.m.–5 p.m.
To put your collection on exhibit at the Hurst Library: Contact the Information Specialist to fill out a form with your contact information and a description of your collection. To be considered, personal collections must meet the Library display criteria.
Live Homework Help (online tutoring)
Hurst Public Library now offers Live Homework Help
Subjects: math, science, social studies, and English
Time: 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost: Free - must have a Hurst Library Card
How To Access: Visit www.hurst.lib.tx.us
From a library computer, or from your home PC or Mac
Spanish-speaking tutors are available to help students in math and science.
All sessions are confidential and monitored for quality and safety.
For More Information: Call Youth Services at 817-788-7302 or www.hurst.lib.tx.us
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McKINNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
Location: 101 E. Hunt Street
McKinney, TX 75069
Contact: Click Here to email or call 972-547-7319
Program Calender: Click Here
Spring 2013
Preschool Programs: For children from birth through entering Kindergarten. Tickets will be handed out for all preschool programs beginning at 10am
Fun with Baby: 6-17 mos & caregiver.
When: Tuesdays
Time: 10:15am
Hold My Hand: 18mos-3 yr & caregiver
When: Tuesdays
Time: 10:15am
On My Own: 3-5 yr olds
When: Tuesdays
Time: 11am
18 mos-3 yrs old: child and caregiver
When: Mondays
Time: 10:15am
3 through 5 year olds: Independent child
When: Mondays
Time: 11am
For caregiveres and children of all ages
When: Wednesdays
Time: 6:30pm
Details: For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Animal Kingdoms: Learn about different areas of the world and the animals who live there.
Time: 3:30-4:15pm
When: Jan 15: Super Heroes; Feb 12: Artists
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Location: 1215 E. Yellowjacket Lane
Rockwall, TX 75087
Contact: Click Here to email
Registration required for programs: Click here to register
• An Intermediate Computer Class will be held on May 9 from 10:00-11:30am. Call 972-204-7770 to register.
• The Library has book bags available at the front desk for a donation of your choice.
This exciting interactive science exhibit known as Contact Science is at the Rockwall County Library. The first explorative unit is called MicroWorld Adventures. Discover what your skin looks like up close. Examine the legs and wings of a grasshopper and see penicillin the way scientists see it. This unit has both a "scope on a rope" microscope and a high magnification microscope. Come and learn to use them to view prepared specimens as well as other objects of your own choosing and start exploring the micro-worlds around you. MicroWorld Adventures will be at the Rockwall County Library through May 2012 and is available most hours the Library is open.
While the exhibit is primarily for children in grades 3-6, younger and older children and adults may enjoy exploring it as well. For more information about the exhibit, contact the Youth Services Department of the Library at 972-204-7740.
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(all events are free and open to the public)
Location: 201 S. College Ave
One block southwest of the square in downtown Tyler
Contact: Evelyn James – 903-593-7323 – firstname.lastname@example.com
Preschoolers DayCare StoryShare
Time: 10:30 a.m. in the Storyroom
Friends share stories, songs, and books with childcare groups.
Please email or call to register
ReadAloud Crowd
Time: 10:30 a.m. in the Storyroom
Storyteller Evelyn James and friends share songs, stories, and simple crafts with preschoolers and their families
AfterSchool Rules!
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. in Taylor Auditorium
A reading incentive program for children in grades K-5
Reading games and activities PLUS! One on one reading time with middle and high school "reading buddies"
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MAY 1, 2013 -- Enrollment Opens for Home School Students
Who Can Participate: Children in grades K-6.
The Book It! Reading Program is sponsored by Pizza Hut and runs from October 1 through March 31 each school year. It is available for children in grades kindergarten through sixth grade.
The reading program allows the children to earn free personal pan pizzas for meeting their reading goals.
Important Note: Support groups may not register families for the program. Each home school family will need to enroll individually to be able to participate, for their children in grades K-6th grade. They must not be attending another educational facility.
For Detailed Program Information: Click Here
To Enroll Your Homeschool: Click Here (Enrollment opens in May 1, 2013)
Book It! Hotline: 1-800-426-6548
Hotline hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CT (Monday through Friday)
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The Braum's Book Buddy program gives children the opportunity to read for delicious prizes from Braum's! This program is open to home school families!
Who Can Participate: Children in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades.
Program Runs: September through end of school year.
Reward: Each child can earn up to six Braum's treats throughout the year including Single Dip Sundaes, Single Dip Ice Cream Cones and more! The best part...it costs nothing to participate in Braum's Book Buddy reading program. We're happy to offer this program to elementary schools and home schools absolutely free! At Braum's, we want to promote a positive attitude in children for a lifetime love of reading.
How does Book Buddy work?
Teachers distribute Braum's Book Buddy booklets to their students and then monitor book reading by placing a Book Buddy sticker in the student's booklet for each book read. When a student has read six books, the teacher rewards the student with a coupon for a free treat from Braum's!
To Enroll:
Send us a written request for enrollment information on school letterhead to:
Braum's Book Buddy Reading Program
PO Box 25429
Upon receipt of your written request (and upon meeting criteria) we will add your school to our mailing list and your school will automatically receive information on the program each year. Braum's Book Buddy program is a great way to encourage children to read and earn prizes at the same time!
For More Information: Click Here
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Read to Succeed is an exciting program that encourages students in grades K through 6 to read for fun. Students who complete six hours of recreational reading earn free tickets to Six Flags! The program is available to teachers and schools at no cost to participate, and it's a great way to motivate kids to read.
To register for Read To Succeed for the 2012-2013 school year, please click the Registration link below. Even if you participated last year, you will need to register again for the new school year. Click here to register.
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Kick-Off: September 17 (Fort Worth & Dallas)
Game Day: January 28-29
BEST is a non-profit, volunteer organization whose mission is to inspire students to pursue careers in engineering, science, and technology through participation in a sports-like, science- and engineering-based robotics competition.
Get a glimpse of the teaser video for this year's competition: Click Here
For Rules: Click Here
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August 2013
Challenge Release: Click here for more information about the 2013 Nature's Fury Challenge
Tournament Season: November 2012-March 2013
World Festival: TBA
If you are interested in coaching or being involved next year:
visit the website to learn more.
About the 2013 Challenge: Can FIRST® LEGO® League teams help us master natural disasters? In the 2013 NATURE'S FURY℠ Challenge, over 200,000 children ages 9 to 14 from over 70 countries will explore the awe-inspiring storms, quakes, waves and more that we call natural disasters. Teams will discover what can be done when intense natural events meet the places people live, work, and play. Brace yourself for NATURE'S FURY!
FLL challenges kids to think like scientists and engineers. During NATURE'S FURY teams will build, test, and program an autonomous robot using LEGO MINDSTORMS® to solve a set of missions in the Robot Game. They will also choose and solve a realworld problem in the Project. Throughout their experience, teams will operate under FLL's signature set of Core Values.
Teams: Teams consist of up to 10 students. Students cannot be older than 14 years of age as of January 1. Students may only participate in one team. Coaches, however, may coach more than one team if desired.
Core Values of FLL:
The FLL Core Values are among the fundamental elements that distinguish FLL from other programs of its kind. By embracing the Core Values, participants learn that friendly competition and mutual gain are not separate goals, and that helping one another is the foundation of teamwork.
* We are a team.
* We do the work to find solutions with guidance from our coaches and mentors.
* We honor the spirit of friendly competition.
* What we discover is more important than what we win.
* We share our experiences with others.
* We display Gracious Professionalism and "Coopertition" in everything we do.
* We have fun.
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ENTRIES DUE MARCH 31 (ongoing annual contest)
The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center is the official host for the Texas State-Fish Art Contest sponsored by Wildlife Forever. All Texas entries in the annual contest are to be sent to TFFC for judging. Winning Texas entries will be forwarded to Wildlife Forever to compete for national best of show and art of conservation stamp honors.
About the Contest: The State-Fish Art Contest is part of a conservation education program designed to spark the imaginations of students while providing valuable lessons about fish and the importance of conserving Texas' aquatic resources. We also offer you the choice to use our free lesson plan.
Who Can Participate: All Texas students in grades K through 12. Four winners from each state will be selected, one winner per grade group (K-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12), for a total of 200 winners nationwide.
Prizes: All contestants will receive a certificate of participation. Four winners from each state will be selected, one winner per grade group (K-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12), for a total of 200 winners nationwide. Participants will compete within their own state and grade category regardless of species submitted. Winning designs will be displayed at the Wildlife Forever State-Fish Art Expo in the summer following the contest deadline. All winning designs will be displayed on the State-Fish Art website.
The Art of Conservation Stamp Award: Each year Wildlife Forever will select one design (based on specific criteria) from all the entries for an attractive fish stamp.
How to Enter: Students must create an illustration of the Texas state fish or one of the other state fishes (see list of official fish) and write a composition on its behavior, habitat and conservation. Texas students are encouraged, but not required, to depict the Texas state fish, the Guadalupe bass. Texas entries are judged only against other Texas entries no matter what fish is depicted.
For Rules, Prizes and Other Details: Click Here
For More Information: Click Here
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Regional finals through January
The North Texas Regional Competition is open to all public, private, parochial and home school 7th and 8th grade classes. Teams must be willing to make the trip to Arlington to present their designs. The Competition offers students a hands-on way to build their math and science skills and learn about engineering by solving the real-world problems in designing cities of the future.
2012-2013 Theme: TBA
2011-2012 Theme: Alternative Energy Resources
The Challenge: TBA
Through the program, students will:
* Work as a team under the guidance of a teacher and a technical professional,
* Use a popular award-winning computer game, SimCity, to design a logical model of a future city,
* Realize their design with a physical scale model built with recycled materials,
* Research and write an essay on an assigned engineering topic,
* Communicate their design to a panel of judges in a public presentation, and
* See firsthand how engineers turn ideas into reality.
Nominal Cost: $25 per school for registration, and we provide the software.
Registration is by school. Schools may have more than one team competing.
Schools are limited to spending no more than $100 per team on the model and presentation, combined.
Upon receipt of registration and fee, you will receive:
• One copy of SimCity (for either Windows or Mac operating systems)
• The Teacher-Mentor Handbook - more than 150 pages of basic rules and information on the competition, lists of resources, ideas on how to incorporate the program into the curriculum, and hints for teachers
• A tutorial CD
• Specific rules and schedules for the North Texas regional competition
• Posters
Teams: 3 students, 1 teacher-sponsor, 1 engineer-mentor.
The program employs a team-based approach. All members of the team have an important role that is necessary for the completion of the project.
Benefit: The winning team gets a trip to Washington, DC to compete in the national finals.
Details: TBA
To Register: Click Here
To Download Brochure: Click Here
For More Information: Click Here to send email or visit http://www.dfwfuturecity.org
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Here are the prize levels for this year's USA Math Talent Search. You earn prizes based on your total score from all three rounds as follows:
74-75: Gold
69-73: Silver
57-68: Bronze
35-56: Honorable Mention
All prizewinners should read carefully and follow the instructions below.
IMPORTANT: Prizes will be sent via email and mailed to the address in your profile on the USAMTS website, so log on and click on the "My Profile" tab to verify that your mailing address and email address are correct. We can only mail books to US mailing addresses.
I am very pleased to announce that this year Wolfram Research has generously offered complimentary licenses of "Mathematica for Students" to ALL Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention prize winners.
In addition, if you log onto http://www.usamts.org and go to your scores page, you should see your prize level and the date on which you can select your specific book prize(s). These dates are
Gold: March 18
Silver: March 21
Bronze: March 24
Honorable Mention: March 27
The above dates are the first date on which you can select book prizes, but you don't have to do so on that exact date. The deadline for selecting book prizes is April 5.
Information about how to claim your Mathematica prize will be available on this page as well. Books will be mailed in late April. All books are first-come, first-served, subject to availability.
All prizewinners will also receive a USAMTS T-shirt. You will be asked to specify your T-shirt size when you select your book(s).
Thank you for participating in this year's USA Math Talent Search. Good luck in your future endeavors if you are graduating, and if not, we hope to see you next year!
Palmer Mebane
USA Mathematical Talent Search
Please note: A minor correction has been posted to the round 3 problems.
i) A note was added to problem 1 indicating that unclued rows and columns have a sum not given to you.
ii) In problem 4 the greatest integer function was erroneously defined as a "greatest positive integer" function, which made the original statement of the problem invalid. This has been fixed.
The USA Mathematical Talent Search (USAMTS) is a FREE mathematics competition open to all United States middle and high school students.
The USAMTS allows students a full month to work out their solutions. Carefully written justifications are required for each problem. The problems range in difficulty from being within the reach of most high school students to challenging the best students in the nation. Students may use any materials - books, calculators, computers - but all the work must be their own. The USAMTS is run on the honor system - it is an individual competition, whose competitive role is very secondary. (Although we do give prizes.)
The USAMTS consists of three rounds, with each round featuring five problems. Each round of problems is published at least four weeks before solutions are due.
Student solutions to the USAMTS problems are graded by mathematicians and comments are returned to the students. Our goal is to help all students: develop problem solving skills, improve their technical writing abilities, and mature mathematically. We wish to foster not only insight, ingenuity and creativity, but also the virtue of perseverance, which is equally essential in scientific endeavors.
The USAMTS is one of the ways to enter the process of selecting the USA Mathematical Olympiad team, which participates in the International Mathematical Olympiad. The USAMTS score necessary to qualify for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) is set by the American Mathematics Competitions (which run the AIME) and varies from year to year. Students who score well on the USAMTS after the first three rounds are invited to take the AIME, the second step in the process of selecting the USA Mathematical Olympiad Team. With permission, USAMTS participant's names and addresses are provided to colleges, universities, and employers for recruitment purposes.
To Be Eligible to Participate (2012-2013 forms available in September)
• Students must be citizens or residents of the United States. (no exceptions).
• Students must not have completed high school. Middle school students are permitted to participate.
• Students must register on the USAMTS website and provide an email address to which USAMTS correspondence may be sent.
• Students must submit a USAMTS Entry Form. (This form must be filled out and submitted every academic year, even if the student participated in a past year.)
• Students under the age of 13 must also submit a USAMTS Under 13 Permission Form. (Please see our privacy statement for more information on why we must collect this form.)
To Register: Click Here.
(If you have already registered in a past year, you do not need to register again.)
Please note the new rules governing the USAMTS: Click here
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About the Challenge: Igniting Creative Energy (ICE) is a national student contest promoting creativity and environmental stewardship. ICE is unique in the realm of student contests due to a commitment to allowing rather than restricting. Entries in the contest range from poetry, videos, essays, 3D models, games to anything else a student may be able to imagine and create.
Rules of Eligibility: (subject to change)
• No purchase necessary. This is a competition of skill.
•Entries must be postmarked
• The Challenge is open to all students in grades K-12 in the U.S. and Canada. Void in Quebec.
• Entries must be submitted individually with the exception of group projects.
• Group projects may be submitted, however each individual in the group must submit his/her own entry form and written explanation and will be judged independently. All prizes will be awarded to individuals.
• Entries must relate to the theme "Igniting Creative Energy".
• Entries must be the student's original work.
• Entries must be complete, legible and include required signatures.
• Students may enter multiple projects in any creative form within the following limits:
• Documentation or written entries (500 words or 3 page limit).
• Audio or Music (3 minute limit).
• Media or electronic (10 minute limit). Videos in VHS or DVD format only.
• All entries must include a written explanation (not to exceed one page) describing how the entry relates to the theme. (see judging criteria below)
• Entries must be accompanied by the official Igniting Creative Energy entry form (click here).
• Entry forms must include signatures of the student and parent or legal guardian.
• Employees of Johnson Controls, Inc. and the National Energy Foundation and their immediate families, household members and dependents may participate, but are not eligible for prizes.
• The Challenge is open to all students K-12, however only students enrolled in accredited public and private schools are eligible for the grand prize.
• State winners will be selected from each state that has a minimum of 25 entries
Can home school students enter? Yes. All students K-12 are invited to enter. However, home school students are not eligible for the grand prize.
Awards and Other Details: TBA
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JULY 1, 2013 – Contest Deadline
AUGUST 4, 2012 – Texas Beef Leaders of Tomorrow Contest Takes Place
at Kleberg Center, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Who Can Participate:
Any student, aged 17-20 (17 as of July 30, 2012, and not over 20 by Jan 1, 2013), who is enthusiastic about the beef industry is eligible to compete. The four individuals with the highest combined scores are selected to join the team.
To be eligible to compete, contestants must complete the following:
1) One Media Interview: local, state, or national print, radio or television media
2) One Consumer Promotion: such as in-store demonstrations and health fairs
3) One Youth Presentation: made to elementary age youth. If it is not possible to make the presentation in the classroom, after school programs or youth organizations such as 4-H, YMCA or scouts groups may be used.
Awards: The top four winners of the TBLT contest will be awarded a $2,000 scholarship. In addition, the winners receive industry and media training, travel opportunities across Texas, invaluable experience and exposure in the beef industry. The high point winner will represent Texas in the National Beef Ambassador Competition which affords more opportunities for prizes and scholarships. Expenses to the National Beef Ambassador Competition will be funded by the Texas Beef Checkoff.
Contestants compete in four categories:
1) Media Interview – The contestant will participate in a mock media interview. The interviewer will have pre-determined questions to ask each contestant with the option to ask follow-up questions in order to extrapolate additional knowledge or clarify a point. A panel of judges will observe the interaction for: knowledge, articulation, poise and the contestant's ability to "Tell the Beef Production Story" and present the industry in a positive light. Scoring will be done by the judges only. The contestants should be well versed in all areas of beef production and the beef industry relating to consumers. Questions will be taken from the website www.explorebeef.org; however, special attention should be paid to all current industry issues.
2) Consumer Promotion – A mock consumer promotion event will be set up for the contestants. Each contestant will be provided with a "sample" to serve as well as beef industry production and nutrition literature and recipes. Scripted "Consumers" will approach the table to take the sample. They will ask questions to test the contestant's knowledge, capacity to perform in the field and ability to present beef in a positive light. A panel of judges will observe and score each contestant on their ability to educate the consumer and provide the consumers with the appropriate information to answer their questions.
3) Youth Presentation – On competition day contestants will submit a report to represent the presentation made to youth. The report must contain the following items:
1. A lesson plan
2. An overall written report detailing your presentation and the response of your students.
3. A Teachers Evaluation form (provided)
4. Four pictures of you presenting to students
5. Examples of any items used in presentations may be included in two additional photos.
This report will be evaluated at the competition by two judges. Contestants will not be present at the evaluation nor will they be required to make a youth presentation at the competition. Reports and all materials contained in them become the property of the Texas CattleWomen.
4) Issues Response – Contestants will be provided with a recently published news article regarding the beef industry. Each contestant will compose a brief (150 words or less) response to the article. The judges will score the contestants on their ability to respond to an industry article by thoughtfully answering questions, identifying misinformation and listing positive consumer information.
For Contest Information, Rules & Forms: Click Here
For More Information: Click Here to Email
Contest hosted by Texas CattleWomen and sponsored by the Beef Checkoff
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In recent years, there has been a growing trend to involve youth in local government. The Fort Worth City Council believes that the voices of young people are important. To facilitate that, the Council has approved a new Youth Advisory Board for the City of Fort Worth. The Youth Advisory Board will advise the City Council on issues regarding the youth in the City of Fort Worth. A brief summary of the Youth Advisory Board follows.
Who May Apply: High school age students who are between the ages of 14-18 and who reside in Fort Worth may submit an application for consideration for appointment to the advisory board.
The Youth Advisory Board shall:
• act in an advisory capacity to the Fort Worth City Council;
• study youth issues important to the community;
• encourage youth to become actively involved in matters pertaining to the community; and,
• act as a source of information and education on issues important to youth.
The Youth Advisory Board shall be composed of 27 members who will meet bi-monthly.
To be determined by the Youth Advisory Board, following the direction of City Council.
For More Information: Click Here to Email
Community Relations Department, School and Youth Outreach
1000 Throckmorton, Fort Worth, TX 76102
817.392.8444 817.392.7529 (fax)
For an application: http://www.heartoftex.org/downloads/downloads.html
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Teen Court benefits both youth and community by providing an alternative method of adjudicating juvenile offenders and allowing teen volunteers to learn about the judicial system, while documenting Community Service hours.
Who Can Volunteer: Full time students ages 13-18 who are in PUBLIC, PRIVATE OR HOME SCHOOLS.
Volunteers may serve as jurors for our Teen Court sessions, or once trained, can act as a defense attorney or prosecutor in our Teen Court trials.
Teen Defendants are held responsible for their behavior while giving them the opportunity to participate in and become knowledgeable about the judicial system. Juvenile Offenders "pay" for their offense(s) by performing community service and participating in Teen Court. Volunteer teen attorneys present offender's cases to a jury of their peers.
Upon successful completion of the program, offender's cases are dismissed and do not appear on their permanent records. Teen Court alleviates the strain on the regular court system, besides giving juvenile offenders a second chance. The program also provides youths in the area a chance to participate in the judicial process.
Location: North Richland Hills Teen Court
6720 N.E. Loop 820
North Richland Hills, Tx 76180
To Volunteer: Click Here to email
For More Information: Click Here
You may also come to Teen Court on any night Teen Court is in session to observe, prior to signing up to be a volunteer.
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The Hurst-Euless-Bedford Teen Court is a program that allows juveniles with Class C misdemeanor offenses an alternative to the criminal justice system. Offenders' cases are presented to a jury of their peers by volunteer teen attorneys. Teen jury members assign community services sentences, and upon completion of the program the offenders' case(s) are dismissed and removed from their record.
HEB Teen Court is currently open for both ADULT AND TEEN VOLUNTEERS! Adult volunteers can serve as Jury or Master Jury Monitors. Teens can serve as clerks, bailiffs, and attorneys. Teen Court is held on various Monday evenings, usually twice a month. If you have a few hours you can spare on a Monday evening, come volunteer with HEB Teen Court.
There are many great benefits for teen volunteers such as earning community service hours for school (National Honor Society, CAS, International Baccalaureate), your college resume, and for scholarship opportunities. For more information contact Mindy Eichorst in Teen Court at the number or email below.
Location: HEB Teen Court
2000 Forest Ridge Drive
Bedford, TX 76021
To Volunteer: Click Here to email
For More Information: Click Here
You may also come to Teen Court on any night Teen Court is in session to observe, prior to signing up to be a volunteer.
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District 24
Congressman Kenny Marchant, U.S. House of Representative, would like to give each graduating senior, who resides in the 24th District of Texas, a certificate of Special Congressional Recognition.
The certificates will be printed with the name of the senior and will be signed by the Congressman.
The completed certificates will then be mailed directly to the senior's home address.
If interested, please call 972-556-0162 or Click Here to send an email with the name of the graduating high school senior, the date of graduation and the senior's home address to.
Congressman Kenny Marchant
9901 E. Valley Ranch Parkway, Ste. 3035
Irving, Texas 75063
To find out if your Congressman has a similar program, please contact your representative:
To Locate Your Representatives:
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"An Artistic Discovery" is the annual nationwide Congressional High School Art Competition initiated by Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Each Congressional District may host its own competition, and since the competition was first launched in 1982, hundreds of thousands of students have participated in over 5000 locally conducted contests.
The winning student from each district will have his or her artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol complex for one year! In addition, the winners and their two guests are invited to the nation's capital in the summer to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony honoring the winning artists from across the country and opening "An Artistic Discovery" exhibition. Thousands of people visiting the nation's capitol, as well as Members of Congress and their staffs, are able to walk through the exhibit daily, viewing artwork from Congressional districts throughout the country—each piece highlighted with the name of the work and student artist.
Who Can Participate: All high school students including homeschoolers.
Acceptable Medium: Paintings (oil, acrylics, watercolor); drawings (pastels, pencil, charcoal, ink, markers); two-dimensional collages; prints (lithograph, silkscreen, block prints); mixed media; computer generated art; and photography. All work must be original in concept, design, and execution, and must not violate any U.S. copyright laws. Artwork must be two-dimensional and cannot weigh more than 15 lbs.
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Center for Home Education, located in Watauga, provides the best in curriculum, classes and classical theatre.
5733 Watauga Road
Watauga TX 76148
(Between 377 and Rufe Snow in Northeast Fort Worth, Texas)
Website: http://centerforhomeeducation.com/
Discount: Center for Home Education is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount off all new and used curriculum and tickets to our student theatre performances, with a current Heart of Texas family membership card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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Christian Educators Resource Center has a full line-up of electives for the elementary student through the high school student!
Discount: CERC is offering HEART of Texas members a 15% discount on any in-stock items. You must present your current HEART of Texas Family I.D. card to qualify for the discount.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
Location: Christian Educators Resource Center
4501 Rowlett Rd., Suite 105
Rowlett, TX 75088
Contact: 972-475-4138
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Enrichment Days is a fun, exciting, and educational learning group that meets six times each semester at a local church.
Classes vary each semester based on the interests of the individual teachers. You can view a sample class schedule on our website at www.c-h-a-t.org . The classes offered that semester will not necessarily be offered again, but this will acquaint you with the kinds of classes available.
You must be a member family in the Christian Homeschool Alliance of Texas to participate. Membership is $30 per year. New member families can join mid-year for $15.
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Center for Home Education, located in Watauga, provides the best in curriculum, classes and classical theatre.
Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to partner with you in the education of your students.
AUGUST 20 -- First Day of Class!
5733 Watauga Road
Watauga TX 76148
(Between 377 and Rufe Snow in Northeast Fort Worth, Texas)
Website: http://centerforhomeeducation.com/
Discount: Center for Home Education is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount off all new and used curriculum and tickets to our student theatre performances, with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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For Class Registration or Other Information: 972-860-7113
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We offer classes from preschool through high school with a nursery available. In addition, we offer monthly activities for families to connect outside of classes.
For More Information: 940-455-7000 or Click Here
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The Home Educators Resource sells a large array of new and used books and curriculum, plus they offer classes and other resources to homeschool families.
For Class Descriptions, Fees and Other Information: Click Here
Classes Offered:
Foreign Language
Girls Gymnastics
Guitar Lessons
Physical Education
World View
1288 W. Main Street Suite 203
Lewisville, TX 75067
Website: http://homeeducatorsresource.com/
Discount: Home Educators Resource is offering 10% off new and used books to HEART of Texas family members. Plus, members will still earn punches on their HER Buyer's Card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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Classes Offered:
Mock Trial I (Grades 1-3)
Mock Trial II (Grades 4-6)
Model United Nations (Grades 9-12)
Youth and Government I (Grades 6-8)
Youth and Government II (Grades 9-12)
Ballroom Dancing (Grades 4-6)
Readers' Theater I (Grades 1-3)
Readers' Theater II (Grades 4-6)
Contact For More Information: Click Here to send an email
Location: The Summit Church
4101 East Park Blvd.
Plano, TX 75074
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For more information on the JOY Christian Academy and the home school enrichment courses we offer, please go to www.joyca.org.
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An affordable Christian university model school, we offer academic and elective courses from Kinder to Highschool. Pick and choose courses from Art to English Composition to Algebra and more! Limited spots available in each course.
Please check out our website for more information: http://matthewroad.org/#/schools/matthew-road-academy
Or call Candice McClellin, 469-261-3779, MR Academy Registrar
Matthew Road Academy opens registration March 1st for the 2013-2014 school year.
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Morning Glory Academy (MGA) is a classical Christian school in the university model, offering classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students study at home according to their family's schedule the other days of the week.
To Register: Click Here to email
For more information: http://www.themga.org/
Location: Morning Glory Academy -- The Mount Church: 860 Keller-Smithfield Rd. Keller, TX 76248
MGA: Your Home . . . Our School . . . Perfect Fit.
Discount: HEART of Texas Members receive a discount on tuition at MGA!
See http://www.heartoftex.org/partners/ for more details.
To learn more about HEART of Texas membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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Early Registration Ends May 15.
Classes being offered:
SE Campus Arlington
Algebra I TTH 2:30-4
Algebra II TTH 4-5:30
College Alegbra Fri 8:30-11:30
Geometry Fri 11:30-2:30
PreCal part I Fri 2:30-4:30
South Campus FW
College Algebra MW 1-2:30
Geometry MW 2:30-4
Algebra II 4-5:30
Classes $173 includes BOOK, SOFTWARE and additional help if needed.
For more info contact:
Maurine Amend
First come first serve
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Located in Plano, THEO's 20 Christian, talented teachers—most homeschool moms—offer a myriad of classes for 6-12th grade home educated students.
Band Program at THEO
Grades: 6 - 12
Cost: $50 per month + $25 per semester supply fee
Details: Auditions will take place on Friday, August 3 BY APPOINTMENT at THEO. Contact firstname.lastname@example.com to schedule your audition time and receive audition materials.
THEO Band
THEO Band is a wonderful place for beginning music students to grow in musicality, develop friendships, and play fun upbeat music! THEO Band is recommended for students who are new to playing a musical instrument, new to playing with a group, or are entering the music world for the first time. All musicians audition, regardless of experience, to find their fit with our options.
THEO Wind Ensemble
THEO Wind Ensemble is for intermediate to advanced musicians who are motivated to perform! Experienced players will benefit from meeting like-minded performers, the challenge of performing as soloists, and additional group performing opportunities.
Performance Opportunities will Include...
- HSAA Football Games/ Pep Rallies - Pender's Music Co. Christmas Performance - THEO Band & Wind Ensemble Christmas Performance - HSAA Basketball Games
- THEO Open House - THEO Band & Wind Ensemble Spring Concert - and More!
Visit our website at http://www.theosonline.org/2012%20Schedule.html to learn more about us!
For More Information: 214-282-6936
For Complete List of Available Classes or More Information: www.THEOsonline.org
Testing Available:
Stanford Achievement testing
Iowa Basic Testing (two day testing periods for three hours each day)
the weeks of May 18-22 and May 26-29.
Location: 1301 Custer Road, Suite 703
Plano, TX 75075
For Questions: Click Here to email
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"Serving the Home-School Community"
Classes held in Garland, TX
For Teens: History/Lit/Worldview/Geog/Bible multi-credit courses
Other classes: Spanish; Speech, Choir; Report-Writing; Sciences;
Drama (full theater production every Spring; auditions in December).
For Children: 2-week Theater Workshops summer and January.
To Learn More: click here to email or 972.271.0673.
For More Information: www.quovad2000.org
Now Registering for Fall 2012!! Many NEW classes!!
QV History/Worldview multi-credit courses include History, Literature, Writing, History, Geography, Government, Art History, Bible, and more. Instructor: Byron Clark. Sept-May:
HISTORY 101: WORLD HISTORY "QUICK TOUR" - Time line, people, places, events. Grades 7-12; M/W 9-10a. $55/mo.
HISTORY 102: WESTERN CIVILIZATION & WORLDVIEW I - Ancient History Biblical framework for History. Grades 9-12; T/T 1-2:30p. $60/mo.
HISTORY 104: AMERICAN HISTORY & GOVERNMENT - Biblical and civilizational principles which have defined American greatness. Grades 10-12; M/W 1-2:30p. $60/mo.
New! TEXAS HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY - Heritage and legacy from early days to present. Major events, people, issues, conflicts, and development of Texas culture.
Grades 7-12; Wed's 10-11:30a; $55/mo. Instr B Clark
New! HEALTH - nutrition, fitness, disease & wellness, first aid, healthy relationships, & more. Biblical perspective. Grades 7-12; Wed's 11:30a-1p; $55/mo. Instr M. Raine
SPANISH 1: Grades 9-12; T/T 9-10a. $55/mo. Instr: A Clark
SPANISH 2: Grades 10-12; T/T 11:30a-12:30p. $55/mo. Instr: A Clark
SPEECH (Fall only): Grades 10-12; Wed 2:30-4p. $55/mo. Instr: B & A Clark
New! PHYSICAL SCIENCE - Intro to high school sciences; includes labs.
Grades 8–9; T/T 1-2:30p; $60/mo +$30 lab fee. Instr: V Johnson
BIOLOGY: Cell structure, genetics, ecosystems, five kingdoms, creation & evolution, dissections, and more. Grades 9-10; M/W 10-11:30a; $60/mo + $45 lab fee. Instr: V Johnson
CHEMISTRY: Grades 10-11; Mon's 3:30-5p. Instr: L Snyder
New! Foundations of Math and PRE-ALGEBRA: A solid foundation for high school math courses. Grades 7-9; M/W 1-2p; $55/mo. Instr: V Johnson
New! ALGEBRA 1. Grades 9-11; T/T 10-11a; $55/mo. Instr: V Johnson
THEATER BASICS (Fall only); Grades 7-12; T/T 2:30-4p. $60/mo. Instr: A Clark
DRAMA (Spring only); Grades 7-12, by audition (in Dec). Musical next spring; title to be announced. T/T 2:30-4:30p. $60/mo. Instr: A Clark
RESEARCH PAPER WRITING (Spring only); Grades 10-12; Wed 2:30-3:30p. $55/mo. Instr: B Clark
New! PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS: Technique, performance, theory. Children, teens, & adults! 30-min. $60/mo; 45-min. $80/mo. Contact Mrs. Landrum directly: firstname.lastname@example.com or 469.432.0858.
Children! KIDS GLEE CLUB (Fall only): Singing skills & fun music; performance. Ages 8-12; Mon's 1-2p; $45/mo. Instr: A Clark
All Classes held in So. Garland. For info or to register for classes: 972.271.0673; email@example.com; www.quovad2000.org
Don't miss upcoming classes, drama dates, or other events - request to be put on our email list.
"Name-Your-Price" USED BOOK SALE
Date: Saturday, March 23 & Saturday, March 30 (9a-3p)
Location: Household of Faith Church: 1550 Wynn Joyce, Garland 75043
Come and shop for books of all kinds, home-school curriculum, games, puzzles, CDs, DVDs, and more. Spread the word! Come shop for treasures! Donation drop-offs welcome (to schedule a time call 214.682.9117)
Sale will benefit Quo Vadis Players spring musical: "SEUSSICAL!" coming May 24-26!
Discount: HEART of Texas Members (with a valid, current HEART of Texas Family ID card) receive $5/month off tuition all year (up to 9 months per student per school year) AND Children's Theater Workshop Half-Price Tuition ($45 value, limit one discount per workshop) See http://www.heartoftex.org/partners/ for more details.
To learn more about HEART of Texas membership: www.heartoftex.org
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Looking for inexpensive literature books and other resources to add to your home school library? Library used book sales are excellent opportunities to purchase books at bargain prices. Here are a few sales that we know about in the North Texas area.
Time: Weds noon-7:45pm; Thurs-Sat 10am-5:45pm
Location: Friends of the Library Bookstore Book Sale
600 11th Street
940-767-0868 x 248
Books: 3,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not "picked over"; no buyer restrictions; $0.50-2.00; Sat half price.
EULESS -- May 17-19
Time: Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1-3pm; Preview: Fri 2-5pm, $5 (friendsl free)
Location: Euless Public Library
201 N Ector Drive
Books: 10,000 books; 50% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; paperback $0.50, hardcovers $1
DALLAS -- June 5-8
Time: Wed noon - 7:45; Thur-Sat 10-5:45; preview: Tues 3:30-7pm Friends; join at door; $10/ind or $20/fam
Location: Skillman Southwestern Library
5707 Skillman St
Books: 3,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; not 'picked over. $0/50-2. Sat half price.
FLOWER MOUND -- June 8-9, AUG 3-4, OCT 19-20
Time: Sat 11am-5pm; Sun 1-5pm; Preview Fri 5-7pm; Friends, join at door $10/ind
Location: Flower Mound Public Library
3030 Broadmoor Lane
Books: 11,000 books; 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; $0.25-$5; raffle of rare books - 1 entry per member
ABILENE -- June 14-16
Time: Fri 10-8pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 1-4pm; preview: Thur 5-8pm, Friends, join at door. $15
Location: Friends of Abilene Public Library-at Abilene Civic Center
1100 N 6th
Books: 100,000 books; 70% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'. no buyer restrictions; paperbacks $0.75; hardcover $1.75; Children's $1.25; A/V $1.75; Credit cards accepted.
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Center for Home Education in Action, located in Watauga, provides the best in curriculum, classes and classical theatre.
Stanford Achievement Test for Grades 2 - 8
(We recommend students in highschool take the PSAT, ACT or SAT.)
The Stanford Achievement Test is a nationally standardized test.
It is not a timed test and is given each spring.
It evaluates students at various grade levels in the following areas:
Word study skills(K5-grade 4)
Reading Skills/Comprehension (K5-grade 12)
Vocabulary (grades 2-12)
Mathematics (K5-grade 12)
Language (grades 1-12)
Spelling (grades 1-12)
Social Studies/Science (K5-grade 12)
Listening (K5-grade 8)
Stanford results provide:
Scaled, percentile, grade equivalent scores
Achievement percentiles graphed
Content cluster skills evaluations
Skills performance ratings
For more information including scheduled days and times: 817-281-2293 or Click Here
5733 Watauga Road
Watauga TX 76148
(Between 377 and Rufe Snow in Northeast Fort Worth, Texas)
Website: http://www.centerforhomeeducation.com/
Discount: Center for Home Education is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount off all new and used curriculum and tickets to our student theatre performances, with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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The Home Educators Resource sells a large array of new and used books and curriculum, plus they offer classes and other resources to homeschool families.
Visit them at their Location:
401 E. Church St
Lewisville, TX 75057
Website: http://homeeducatorsresource.com/
Discount: Home Educators Resource is offering 10% off new and used books to HEART of Texas family members. Plus, members will still earn punches on their HER Buyer's Card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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Camp Tonkawa is an Outdoor Learning Center, where we teach nature through hands on experiences. Located outside of Collinsville, TX, on a 35 acre tract of land certified as a wildlife refuge.
18-19 -- Way of the Scout
This is a class on learning how an Indian Scout was able to be invisible in the woods.
31-June 2 -- Summer Family Nature Camp
This is a family event; at least parent must be in attendance.
Wilderness Survival Club
JANUARY 29 -- First Meeting
Meets: Last Sunday of the Month.
Time: 2:30pm (arrive) to connect with others and nature.
Meeting begins at 3pm and will last a minimum of 3 hours.
Requirement: To have taken one of our Primitive Survival Camps to include PSS1, PSS2 or Week in the Woods kids summer camps.
Cost for 6 month membership: Adults-16yrs $75, 15 years old and younger $60. Younger than 12 must join with a parent or guardian.
Purpose of Club: 1. To continue working on our basic survival skills: Edible / medicinal plants
Fire making, challenge ourselves with the bow drill, Knife Sharpening, and anything else that the club decides needs to be gone over.
2. To learn NEW wilderness living skills: Hide Tanning, Hand Drill as a fire lighting method, Quickie Bows and Arrows, anything else that the club decides they want to learn.
3. To do service back to Camp Tonkawa - Each month we will work together on a Camp Improvement project.
4. Building Community of like minded people.
NOTE: This will be happening whether or not anyone signs up. Five Instructors will be gathering and if you don't show up, we will just continue our skills. Make the commitment and you will be rewarded. If you have not taken part in any of our Primitive Survival Camp, sign up for the upcoming one in March: March 16-18 – Primitive Survival Combo Camp
Nature Awareness Day Camps
Schedule a day each month for a fun learning session with us!
Class Topics (other dates can be arranged for a group):
What to Bring: Lunches, water, nature journals (notebook or sketch book) and pencils.
Who: Children of all ages (younger children must have a parent or guardian in attendance)
Cost: $15/Pre-Registered by Mail, $18/Walk-ins, $10/4 year olds, FREE/Under 4 and parents with at least one paying child. Sign up for 4 camps this fall for only $50 (a $10 savings)
Details: Learn about what is in your own backyard in the North Texas area. Each month we focus on what is happening in nature right outside your window.
Dates: Spring Semester starts March 9th, then April 3rd and May 8th
Native American Indian Day Camp
Schedule a day each month for a fun learning session with us!
Class Topics (other dates can be arranged for a group):
Wildlife Camp
Come learn all about various forms of animal life in our part of North Texas. Bring your own tent, sleeping bag, plate, bowl, mug and utensils. You will also need to bring food for lunch (both days) - Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast provided.
2 and 3-Day Primitive Survival Camp Classes
Come on out to Camp Tonkawa to learn the Tom Brown method of surviving with minimal resources. Prepare yourself for any life situation and build your self esteem by knowing that you can take care of yourself and your loved ones. This is set up as teaching workshops and is NOT an actual survival situations.
Reservations required for all camps.
To RSVP: 940-440-8382
Time: Class 1 or 2 -- 9:30 a.m. Saturday to 2:30 p.m. Sunday
Class 1&2 Combo -- 9:30 a.m. Friday to 2:30 p.m. Sunday
Cost: Class 1 or 2: $75/Adults (17+); $60/Ages 12-15; $50/Ages 8-11 (call for family & group rates)
Class 1&2 Combo: $150/Ages 16-Adult; $120/Ages 12-15; $100/Ages 8-11 (with adult)
Class Descriptions: Click Here for Class 1
Click Here for Class 2
Click Here for Class 1 & 2 Combo
Bring: Bring your lunches. Dinner and breakfast provided. Vegetarian fare available; let us know. If spending the night, bring tent, sleeping bag, plate, bowl, cup and utensils. Camp chairs and flashlights are optional, but not necessary. We have a swimming pond and outdoor showers, so bring provisions.
Class 2 requires a non-folding knife. Bring your own or purchase a Swiss Mora survival knife at camp for $20.
Class Minimum: Each class must have a minimum number of registrants or it will be cancelled. We can schedule a date for your group.
Horsemanship Day Camps
If you are not with a group but want to join any of the scheduled days, call for available dates.
Bring: Bring your own lunch, plenty of drinking water. Camel packs are great if you have one.
We now have some Helmets in various sizes, or bring your own.
Other Horse Activities:
Horse Lease Program
Adults and children with some experience can pay for a monthly usage of one of our horses and then enjoy partial ownership–grooming, riding, feeding, training.
Horse Birthday Parties
Bring your own cake and ice cream, we provide the rest
Boy Scout Camps/Merit Badges:
Wilderness Survival Camp
Earn your merit badge and learn to make a Bow Drill Fire! All must have a Tote & Chip because you will be working with your knives.
Horsemanship Camp
We schedule a monthly Day Camp where individuals or small groups can earn this merit badge. We can schedule a date or week-end camp for your whole troop!
Indian Lore Camp
Come and get started on this extensive merit badge! Schedule a date for your troop. Group rates available!
Hiking and Backpacking Camp
We wil teach the basics and set you up on a training program to prepare you for a trek of your own. Schedule a date. Group rates available!
Nature Related Merit Badges:
Fish & Wildlife Management, Fishing, Insect Study, Mammal Study, Reptile and Amphibian Study
Schedule a week-end camp out to work on any of the above listed.
We can customize the camp for your troop.
Family camps available for the Cub Scouts and Webeloes:
We can help youearn outdoor skills needed for rank advancement and belt loops.
For More Information: 940-440-8382 or Click Here to email
Discount: Camp Tonkawa is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount for HEART of Texas members with a valid family ID card. Offer not valid in conjunction with semester discount rates for Nature Awareness Camps.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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No matter the time of year, the Arboretum is always in bloom. Both spring and fall feature wild bursts of color. Summer does nothing to diminish the bloom of the Arboretum plantings, which thrive on the warmth of Dallas' summer months. And, because of Dallas' temperate winter temperature, the arboretum is even in blooming the middle of winter.
Click here for more information
Hours: Open Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
$12 for adults
$10 for seniors (65+)
$8 for children (ages 3-12)
Free for children under 3 years
Senior Citizen Thursday Discount: Seniors get in for just $5 with photo ID and can receive 20% discount at gift shop.
Onsite parking:
$7 per vehicle
Offsite parking is available at selected locations during peak visitation. Shuttle busses transport guests directly to the Arboretum ticket booth.
Discount tickets are available for groups of 20 or more.
Advance registration is needed.
For Group Sales Information: Click Here
8525 Garland Road
Dallas, TX 75219
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Location: 9601 Fossil Ridge Road
Fort Worth, TX 76135
Located on the northwest side of Fort Worth, four miles west of I-820 on Jacksboro Hwy (TX Hwy 199), just inside the city limits of Fort Worth.
Admission: $5 ages 13+; $2 ages 3-12; under 3 free; $3 Seniors (65+)
$1 discount per person with military ID
For More Information: 817-392-7410
Refuge Hours: 8am-5pm daily
Hardwicke Interpretive Center: 9am-4:30pm daily
SATURDAYS, Naturalist-Led Hikes
Cost: $5 (with paid admission).
Join a naturalist for a leisurely hike on the trails of the FWNC&R. Hikes feature current natural history events such as blooming wildflowers, commonly seen insects, birds, other animals and current projects on the Refuge. Bring water and dress for the weather.
THURSDAY & SATURDAYS, Natural Guard Volunteer
Cost: Free
Individuals can help keep the Nature Center beautiful by volunteering for the Natural Guard. Volunteers assist Refuge staff in trail maintenance, brush clearing, bridge building and much more. Please call 817-392-7410 for information on projects and meeting places. NO NATURAL GUARD MAY 12, 2012.
MAY 3 -- Early Birds
Cost: $10 (includes admission fee)
Come and join a naturalist as we try to wake up with the birds. We will take a leisurely hike around the Nature Center to see if we can find birds beginning their day. This is the best time of the day to see our fine feathered friends. Bring your binoculars and cameras to enhance your experience. Pre-registration required.
MAY 4 -- Canoe Tour
Cost: $20 (includes admission fee)
Tour a stretch of the West Fork of the Trinity River to view ducks, herons, beaver and other critters. Sunscreen, water and weather appropriate clothing (including shoes that can get wet) are recommended. Canoes, paddles and lifejackets are provided. Children must be 5 years or older. Parents must sign a liability waiver for minor children. Some previous experience recommended. Registration ends preceding Thursday or when filled. Maximum - 12 participants. Meet at Big River Parking Lot. Pre-registration required.
MAY 4 -- Birding the Refuge
Cost: $5 (with paid admission)
Now that we are well into spring and approaching summer, it is a good time to venture and seek out the many species of birds that call the Nature Center home this time of the year. As we search the Refuge, we can expect to find Painted Buntings, Yellow-billed Cuckoos and other birds. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars.
MAY 5 -- Coffee With a Naturalist
1-3 pm
Cost: FREE (with paid admission)
Start your day with an informal discussion about happenings at the Refuge. Find out what goes on behind the scenes and bring your ideas about events you would like to see take place at the Nature Center. Meet at the Hardwicke Interpretive Center Auditorium. Adults only.
MAY 11 -- Buffalo Boogie
Visit the Friends of the Fort Worth Nature Website for more information on how to register and get involved with Buffalo Boogie 2013. http://www.naturecenterfriends.org/buffalo.php
MAY 12 -- Early Spring Wildflower Walk
Cost: $5 (with paid admission)
One month removed from the official day of spring, we will explore the Refuge in search of the early spring wildflowers. As we search for wildflowers, we will possibly encounter butterflies and other insects hanging around the flowers. You will learn ways to identify the flowers we see from one of our Naturalists. Bring water and dress for the weather.
MAY 18 -- Kayak Tour
Cost: $20 (includes admission fee)
Tour a stretch of the West Fork of the Trinity River with kayaks. View ducks, herons, beaver and other critters. Sunscreen, water and weather appropriate clothing (including shoes that can get wet) are recommended. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are provided. Kayakers must be at least 14 years old and accompanied by their guardian, otherwise at least 18 years old. Some previous experience recommended. Registration ends Friday prior to event. Maximum - 8 participants. Meet at Greer Island Parking Lot. Pre-registration required.
MAY 24 -- Preschool Discovery Club
Cost: $10 per child (includes admission fee and one adult)
We invite preschoolers, ages 3 - 5, and their adult companions to join us in discovering the exciting world of nature. In May, we will learn about Monarch Butterflies. Pre-registration required.
The FWNC&R is a hidden jewel, a 3600-acre wilderness comprised of forests, prairies, and wetlands reminiscent of how much of the Fort Worth/Dallas metroplex once looked. Replete with native flora and fauna, the area beckons to those searching for a piece of nature to refresh their spirits and reintroduce a measure of tranquility to their increasingly urban lifestyles. The FWNC&R is the largest city-owned nature center in the United States, with over 20 miles of hiking trails. Staff naturalists at the Hardwicke Interpretive Center are available to facilitate your exploration.
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YEAR ROUND -- Green Thumb Club
Little Diggers -- Age 4 by class date
Green Thumb Club Juniors -- Grades K-2
Green Thumb Club -- Grades 3-5
Details: Green Thumb Club provides children the opportunity to learn more about the natural world around them. We use the Fort Worth Botanic Garden as a living laboratory for students to explore topics such as native plant studies, pollination, tree structure, climate change, and more.
For more information: Click here
For more information about the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens: call 817-871-7686
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2013 Classes
Time: 9:30am-11:30am
Cost: $25/student
Includes snack, live animal presentation, and admission to the Zoo on class day.
Class Schedule: See listing below for monthly class themes
To Register: Click Here
Location: Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76110
For more information: Click here
Class for Ages 6-8
Join us this semester as we study different subjects through zoo exploration!
May 7 & 21: Grassland Grazers: Join us on a learning safari through the grasslands.
Classes for Ages 9-12
Come along as we take a close look at diverse animals and their eating habits!
May 7 & 21 -- Marsupials: Their pouch is for their wallet and keys, right?
Details: Sam is a fictional character that the Zoo has created to teach wildlife biology and conservation lessons to students, mostly 3rd through 5th grade. Sam posts a "brain teaser" every Monday, the brain teaser answer on Tuesday, a "spotlight" blog on Wednesday (usually telling a specific animal's conservation story), teacher resource on Thursday and occasionally an applicable video on Friday. Safari Sam is busy!
Safari Sam's "Nature Finders Contest"
Get kids outside on a nature journaling activity!
For more information: click here
Visit Safari Sam's Blog at: http://www.safarisamblog.com/
Discount: The Fort Worth Zoo is offering HEART of Texas members (with a valid ID card) a free Ft. Worth drawstring backpack when they register for Spring Zoo Classes (classes are monthly, January through May). Offer not valid in conjunction with semester discount rates for Nature Awareness Camps.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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MAY 21 -- Beak to the Basics
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: $18/person, 2 & under free (included guided tour)
Details: Attend one, two, or all three! We will have fun in the classroom – learning the basics about birds, birding and the tools of birding; then fun in the field – learning the hows and whys of finding birds, observing and identifying some of the 200+ bird species in our 1700+ acres. We will do a modified drive-through tour – the birder's version! We'll sharpen our skills with an identification game at some point in the day. These three days build on one another: to get the most, come to all three; the last class on Apr. 16 will be for previous attenders only. Open to non-homeschoolers as well. Limited to 25, so save your place(s) @ 254-897-2960. Come learn and enjoy!
To register: 254-897-2960
JUNE 11 -- Cheetah!
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: $18/person, 2 & under free (includes guided tour)
Details:What makes cheetahs so fast? What sounds do they make? Learn all about this unique and amazing cat in our interactive class and on the guided tour where we will spend extra time at the cheetah facility.
To register: 254-897-2960
In addition to their scheduled homeschool events, Fossil Rim offers their faculty, teachers, and curriculum for privately-scheduled events. For more information, please click here or call 254-897-2960 and ask for the Homeschool coordinator.
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Christ's Haven is offering homeschoolers Christian Horsemanship and Outdoor Education programs at their facility in Keller, Texas. The classes will be held during the day, while their foster children are at school.
Monday–Fridays at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m.
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Mondays at 4 p.m.
Christian Horsemanship
Ages 4-18
Cost: $25/child
Class Length: 1 hour, 15 min.
Details: Spiritual Values are incorporated into each Horsemanship Lesson through group devotions and activities. It's more than a basic riding lesson! Christian Horsemanship unites children and inspires them to grow in the areas of Horsemanship Skills (grooming, saddling, feeding, groundwork, riding and horse anatomy); Spiritual and Personal Growth, and Communication Skills.
Outdoor Adventure
Ages 7-14
Cost: $20/class
Course Length: 1 hour, 15 min.
Details: Teaches children about God's creation in an outdoor spiritual setting. Activities include: day hikes, fishing, flying kites, and much more! Outdoor Adventure classes focus on: Science in the Outdoors, Servant Leadership, Self Expression, Self Reflection and Silent Retreats.
Group rates available. Please call for details.
Location: 4150 Keller-Haslet Road
Keller, TX 76248
For More Information: 817-925-1982 or click here to email
Discount: Haven's Horses is offering HEART of Texas members (with a valid Family ID card) 50% off their first ride! You must show your card to be eligible for this discount!
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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These Homeschool Classes will introduce your student to the Natural Sciences. Students will experience learning through classroom activities, outdoor field investigations, laboratory science, small group activities and take-home study packets. Each course curriculum is developed by the Heard Museum's education staff who strive to recognize and meet the needs of home school families.
All curricula are based on current scientific theory.
May 25-Sept 29 -- Native Texas Butterflies
Butterfly House and Butterfly Garden
Details: Walk among free-flying native butterflies and other pollinators in our Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden. The butterfly house includes native species, which vary by season and what is available from suppliers. Our butterfly garden is filled with host plants that naturally attract these lovely creatures. This area is also a great setting for nature photography and portraiture (small fee applies). You may even find a few ideas to try in your own garden!
Please note that you will need to submit a medical record form including immunization history to be able to participate in their programs.
Fall 2012 & Spring 2013 CLASS TOPICS
Give your home schooler the gift of nature! In addition to studying the natural science topics for each semester, class time includes exploring our 289 acre sanctuary & visits from live animal ambassadors.
5 year olds
Fall Which 'Ology is Which?
"Ology" refers to the study of a topic, and in this class young scientists are introduced to the study of a variety of scientific fields. Ornithology (birds), herpetology (reptiles & amphibians), entomology (insects) and mammology (mammals) are just a few of the "ologies" that are explored in class.
Spring Which 'Ology is Which? Earth & Planetary Science
Young scientists will explore some of the "ologies" that deal with earth and space including geology, climatology, vulcanology and cosmology. The hands-on activities, games and experiments will involve your child directly in the learning process.
6-7 year olds
Fall Discover Your World: Plants
Students will explore the amazing world of plants, from defining what a plant is and learning the parts of a plant to exploring plant life cycles, adaptations, and reproduction.
Spring Discover Your World: The Earth
What can clouds tell us about the weather? What's inside the earth? How are rocks formed? Why does the moon change? These are just some of the questions that will be explored as we take a look at our planet—its insides and its surface, and its place in space.
8-9 year olds
Fall Explorers: Ecosystems FULL
Students will examine how plants and animals live together and form amazing systems that help nature work. They'll explore food chains, food webs, and the cycles of living things. Excursions on the sanctuary will provide opportunities to closely observe and experience different woodland, prairie, and fresh water ecosystems.
Spring Explorers: Amazing Adaptations
Adaptations, what are they? What do they look like? What has them? Students will examine the adaptations of a variety of animals and plants from all over the globe. We will study organisms from the microscopic to the most unusual plant life.
10-12 year olds
Fall Earth Trek: Understanding the Planet
Students will explore the geography, geology, meteorology and ecology of the Earth to understand how our planet functions and why these processes are important for our survival. We will closely examine how these systems work on the sanctuary.
Spring Earth Trek: Sharing the Planet
Find out more about how and where animals live on Earth. Students will investigate adaptations to habitats, weather, climate, and human encroachment, as well as effects of global climate change, pollution and natural disasters.
For more information: Click Here to send an email
972-562-5566 x237
Location: One Nature Place
McKinney, TX 75069
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The Museum Grounds are Open Year-Round (Except Mondays and Holidays)
Tuesday–Sunday 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
To register and for more information, call 972-881-0140.
Preschool Programs:
No dates listed
Docent-Led Tours
Time: 1:30 p.m. Tues-Sun. (one tour daily)
Tour begins on the front porch. Includes Farrell-Wilson house, outbuildings, and grounds.
Admission: $5 Adults; $3.50 Children 5 & up, Students, and Seniors (65+);
Children 4 and under are free; Museum members free
Docent will collect admission fees before the tour begins.
Self-Guided Grounds Tours
Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tues–Sun
Tour the grounds only. No access to the Farrell-Wilson house our outbuildings.
Grounds guide available.
Admission: $2 per person
Children 4 and under are free; Museum members free.
Group Tours
Time: Each program lasts about 1 1/2 hours
Available by appointment only.
Cost: $5/child; $3/adult chaperones
Depending on the size of the group, up to two teachers can attend free of charge
Tour Themes:
Farmer Duck -- This pre-school program is designed for children ages 3-6 and follows the story Farmer Duck written by Martin Waddell (about a lazy farmer who doesn't work and a duck that does all the chores around the farm), a discussion and hands-on experiences at 3 – 10 different stations, depending on the program/needs of group. Costumed Docent(s) lead children in groups of 10 through each hands-on activity.
On the Wagon Trail -- Designed for elementary school- age participants, this program focuses on the thoughts and activities of a 10 year-old boy as he leaves his home in Illinois to move with his family to Plano at the turn-of-the-century. Activities include packing a wagon, riding the wagon to different spots on the property and rein-acting the diary entries. Two costumed Docents lead children along this trip. Each program is volunteer-led and lasts about 1 ½ hour long. Best with a small group, 8-10 children.
Tag-Along Tom -- This costumed volunteer-led program introduces the children to the fictional character of Tom Sawyer while experienced chores around the farm. Designed for children ages 6-12, activities include white-washing the side of the Pole Barn, gathering water from the creek for the Children's Garden, and playing turn-of-the-century games.
What's Inside a Barn -- Features the elements of a barn; how they are built, their daily use, and seasonal activities farm families celebrated inside a barn. A craft is included. Designed for children 3-6.
Traditional Children's Tour -- Offers children an inside look at the Farrell-Wilson house and out-buildings; its theme, life at the turn-of-the-century, and participants experience three early 19th century chores. Leaders are dressed in period costume. Designed for children ages 6-16.
Living on the Prairie -- This program is designed to give children a variety of hand-on experiences revolving around the four fictional characters in Patricia MacLachlan's book, Sarah, Plain and Tall. Children will visit the one-room schoolhouse, create an original watercolor, compare and contrast prairie and coastal landscapes and practice critical thinking skills. Program is led by costumed Docents and is designed for children ages 8-12
For More Information: Call 972-881-0140
FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH -- Scout Tours
REQUIRE ADVANCE RESERVATIONS -- Call the Farmstead office to reserve a date.
Tours are booked on a first come first served basis
Cost: Pricing has been revised. Contact the Farmstead office for more information.
(No siblings under 4 years old)
Tours must be PREPAID.
Scouts will receive a patch from the Farmstead.
For Registration and Other Information: 972-881-0140 or Click Here
Location: Heritage Farmstead Museum
1900 West 15th Street
Plano, TX
Discount: Heritage Farmstead Museum is offering HEART of Texas members a $1 off the adult regular admission price (up to 4 people) and .50 cents off child's regular admission, good for either the 1:30 p.m. Historic Farrell-Wilson house tour or for the following special events: Harvest Festival, Lantern Light, Spring Festival.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://heartoftex.org/resources/membership
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Ride With Pride, Inc. Horsemanship School in Southlake specializes in teaching students ages 3 and older how to care for and ride a horse safely. Ride With Pride, Inc. has been in operation since 1980. They offer Western & English lessons, and their instructors are certified with the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA).
For Enrollment Information: Click here to send an email or 817-481-2893
Discount: Ride with Pride is offering HEART of Texas members (with a current HEART of Texas Family ID card) a 10% discount on tuition.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
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Sharkarosa Wildlife Ranch sits on 126 breathtaking acres near Lake Ray Roberts in Denton County, Texas. Our mission is to provide the North Texas community with the opportunity to experience rare and endangered exotic wildlife in a unique and personal setting. What better way to learn about conservation than by seeing it up close and hands on?
Open to the Public Days are every Saturday March through November. All other events require an advanced reservation. We offer educational park offers field trips, private tours, open to the public Saturdays and rental for events large and small! Group camping, bucket train rides & dining area help make Sharkarosa Wildlife Ranch your next wild adventure!
Open to the Public Days (MARCH–NOVEMBER)
Open March 9, 2013
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last tour begins at 4:30)
Admission: $10/ages 13+; $8/ages 3-12 and Seniors 65+; children 2 and under are free
INCLUDES:–Meet & Greet with our Education Animals (kangaroos, monkeys, lemurs & more) *Animals available for meet and greet vary with the season and off-site events schedule*
–Safari Wagon ride through exotic pastures to see camels, zebra, buffalo & more
–Kids Bucket Train rides thru 22 acres of "wild" trails!
–Use of pavilion for lunch (you may purchase lunch at our concession stand or bring your own)
Directions: Click Here
Please do not use MapQuest it WILL get you lost!
Please visit the Field Trip page under the "Visitors Guide" section of our web site for details on booking a field trip for your home school group.
For More Information: Click Here
940-686-4600 (main)
940-686-3715 (fax)
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Texas Discovery Gardens is a year-round urban oasis located at historic Fair Park. The gardens showcase beautiful native and adapted plants that are grown using sustainable methods that help to protect the environment. The first certified organic public garden in the state, Texas Discovery Gardens offers educational programs and exhibits that teach children and adults how to provide vital habitat for butterflies and other native Texas wildlife, add beauty, conserve water and restore the natural environment in urban areas.
MAY 18 -- Edible Wild Plants
Time: 10am - 1pm
Details: Many of our local plants – especially common weeds – are extremely nutritious! Director of Horticulture Roger Sanderson is here to tell you which are tasty – and which are not! Sample some of the native fare at the end of the workshop. $20; $15 for TDG Members.
MAY 24-26 -- CityArts at Fair Park
Details: Join Texas Discovery Gardens for this annual park-wide event. Enjoy discounted admission to Fair Park's museums and visit booths and vendors throughout the park.
JUNE 1 -- Gardening for Small Spaces
Time: 9am-noon
Details: See how easy it is to grow a vegetable garden or add some seasonal color to your balcony or patio. Learn sustainable gardening in a small space, including how to make a compost bin with worms! Bring home a finished container & vermicompost bin! $60; $48 for TDG Members. Register in advance.
JUNE 1 -- Butterfly House Discovery Tour
Time: 11am
Details: Join entomologist John Watts for a family friendly guided tour of the Rosine Smith Sammons Butterfly House and Insectarium. Enjoy a behind the scenes look at these winged wonders. The tour is followed by our daily noon butterfly release! Included with admission.
JUNE 6 -- Stories and More!
Time: 11am
Details: Join our butterflies for story time! We'll make crafts, read a book, meet some special friends and have snacks! The interactive program ends with our daily noon butterfly release and is geared for the under-five/stroller crowd. Let's read! Adults pay regular admission. Member adults get in free!
Regular Admission & Hours:
$8/adults; $6 seniors (60+); $4 children 3-12yrs; free children under 3yrs.
Each Tuesday: Gardens are open for free (butterfly house admission is regular price)
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Last ticket to Butterfly House sold at 4:45 p.m.
For more info: 214-428-7476 ext. 341 or Click Here
Location: 3601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Fair Park.
Fair Park is two miles east of downtown Dallas just south of Interstate 30.
Children's Outdoor Education Programs:
Cost: $5/person; $60 minimum fee per program
Availability: Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
To Make Reservations: 214-428-7476
Gardening for Children:–introduction to gardening and seeds. Students even plant thier own seeds to take back to the classroom. (Grades Pre-K–2)
Butterflies, Bugs & Botany:–Insects and their amazing lives help students inderstand the concepts of adaptation, habitats, and pollination. (Grades 1-8)
Terrarium Worlds:–Your class will build a terrarium (a home for a plant) and see the water cycle, the carbon-oxygen cycle, and the nitrogen cycle in action. (Grades 1-8)
Life in the Compost Bin:–Recycling and decomposition come alive as students see that an ecosystem is powered by a complex web of creatures and energy. (Grades 1-8)
Math in Nature:–Math is seen as a real world tool as students visit diverse garden habitats to record data, such as temperatures, time, and mesurements. (Grades 2-8)
Careers in the Garden:–Explore the various careers that are necessasry to keep the garden beautiful and running, including landscape design and greenhouse management. (Grades 2-8)
Boy Scouts: We have a number of 'Achievements' and 'Arrow-point' badge programs for younger Scouts. We also work with Scout Leaders to put together Webelos and Eagle Scout projects, and have a number of Community Service opportunities for older Scouts. For more information please click here.
Community Service Projects: Opportunities for older scouts are available on special projects and community events such as Day at Fair Park. Training is provided by the staff of Texas Discovery Gardens.
For Scouting Program Info: 214-428-7476 x 27
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MAY 11 -- Penn Farm Tour with Lucinda
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 3-4pm
Details: While strolling through this historic farm, you will hear stories of the John W. and Lucinda Penn and their pioneering spirit. Learn what life on the farm was like for this couple as they farmed and raised livestock along with a family, adapting to the changes in agriculture and lifestyles through the first decades of the Penn Farm. Meet at the Penn Farm parking lot.
Program is available to the general public. The Penn Farm is flat and grassy and can accommodate wheelchairs and strollers. All programs are subject to weather conditions. Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill, TX 75104.
Contact: 972-291-5940
MAY11 -- Butter Churning with Lucinda
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 2:30-3:30pm
Details: Step onto the porch of the Penn Family home and back into time to meet Lucinda Penn. Watch and listen as Lucinda churns butter the old fashioned way and tells stories of her family. Hear about the process of making butter from someone who has made many pounds of this favorite dairy product. Lucinda will even let you try your hand at churning butter. Meet in the yard of the 1876 house on the Penn Farm grounds. Allow time to walk from parking lot to the house. Program is available to the general public. The Penn Farm is flat and grassy and can accommodate wheelchairs and strollers. All programs are subject to weather conditions. Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill, TX 75104.
Contact: 972-291-5940
MAY 25 -- Geocaching 101
Location: Cedar Hill State Park
Time: 1-3pm
Details: What is Geocaching? The simple answer is a scavenger/treasure hunt using GPS units and coordinates to find the treasure. Sound fun, well it is the fastest growing outdoor activity in the world. Want to learn more? We will teach you. No equipment or experience needed just bring your family or friends and learn about this great outdoor pastime. This program is limited to 10 families/small groups as the number of GPS units is limited. Please call Michelle, 972-291-5940, to register for this activity. Program is available to the general public. This program is in an outdoor amphitheater that is wheelchair and stroller accessible. All programs are subject to weather conditions. Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill, TX 75104.
Contact: 972-291-5940
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Ray Roberts Lake State Park
MAY 11 -- Bluestem Guided Hike
Location: Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle du Bois Unit
Time: 11-12:30pm
Details: This is a easy to moderate 2 mile hike. Sturdy hiking shoes, hat, binoculars, water and a snack recommended. Meet at the Bluestem parking area at Isle du Bois unit. No reservations required
For More Information: 940-637-2294
MAY 18, MAY 19 -- Lost Pines Nature Trail Guided Hike
Location: Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle du Bois Unit
Time: 11am-12pm
Details: This is an easy .5 mile guided hike. Sturdy walking shoes and binoculars are recommended. No reservations required. Meet at the Lost Pines Nature Trailhead.
For More Information: 940-637-2294
MAY 12, MAY 19, MAY 25 -- Randy Bell Scenic Trail Guided Hike
Location: Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle du Bois Unit
Time: 11-1pm
Details: This is an easy 2.2 mile guided hike on the Randy Bell Scenic Trail. Sturdy walking shoes, water, a snack and binoculars are recommended. No reservations required. Meet at the Wild Plum parking area of the Isle du Bois Unit
For More Information: 940-637-2294
MAY 4, MAY 18 -- Quit Bugging Out!
Location: Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle du Bois Unit
Time: 3-4:30pm
Details: Quit bugging out! is a fun talk that will be held at the Johnson Branch of Ray Roberts Lake State Park 100 PW 4153, Valley View, TX 76272. This talk teaches both children and adults about insects and spiders, including what makes an insect, how they communicate, an art project and a scavenger hunt hike at the end of the talk. Sturdy shoes and water are recommended. Meet at the amphitheater near the Kid Fish pond. Entrance fee is required for anyone over the age of 13, otherwise there are no additional costs.
For More Information: 940-637-2294
MAY 4, MAY 10, MAY 24, JUNE 15, JUNE 21 -- Sunset Hike
Location: Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle du Bois Unit
Time: 7:30-9pm
Details: This is an easy 2.2 mile hike on the Randy Bell Scenic paved trail. Good walking shoes, water and flashlight recommended. Meet at Hawthorn parking area.
For More Information: 940-637-2294
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MAY 4, MAY 11, MAY 18, MAY 25, JUNE 1, JUNE 8, JUNE 15, JUNE 22, JUNE 29 -- Nature Hike
Location: Dinosaur Valley State Park
Time: 10-11am
Details: Meet Bob and Gail Bullard (Texas Master Naturalists) at track site #2 to identify and learn interesting facts about wildlife, trees and plants. Hike 1/2 mile along the Paluxy River Nature Trail. Along the way, stop and learn an easy technique to estimate tree height, size and numbers of leaves. Suitable for all ages. Path is paved. Wear good walking/hiking shoes and suitable clothing. Bring plenty of water and snacks for energy.
Contact: 254-897-4588
MAY 18 -- Two Step Across Texas Wildflowers
Location: Dinosaur Valley State Park
Time: 2-3pm
Details: Meet at the trail parking lot for a hike through the wildflowers in the park. Learn about their uses and a few stories of Texas Wildflower folklore. Bring your own wildflower folklore to share. Wear good walking shoes. Wildflowers Field Guides available. Insecticide, water, and sunscreen recommended.
Contact: 254-897-4588
MAY 26 -- Park After Dark Night Hike/Creatures of the Night
Location: Dinosaur Valley State Park
Time: 8:30-9:30pm
Details: Hiking is fun but hiking after dark is exciting. Bring your flashlight and come and discover the parks night life. Walk the trails to view wildlife, listen to the night sounds and learn about the wildlife you may encounter while visiting the park. Meet at park store parking lot. Insecticide recommended!
Contact: 254-897-4588
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MINERAL WELLS, TX -- Lake Mineral Wells State Park
MAY 4 -- Wildflower Walk
Location: Lake Mineral Wells State Park, 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells, TX 76067
Time: 9-11:30am
Details: Join David for a walk in the park to observe and identify wildflowers. Along the way park interpreter, David Owens, will stop and identify plants and tell about the plant's nature and folklore. Reservations are required. Call 940-328-1171. Held at Lake Mineral Wells State Park, 100 Park Road 71, Mineral Wells, TX, 76067. The program is free with paid park entrance fee or a State Park Pass.
Contact: 940-328-1171
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TYLER, TX -- Tyler State Park
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WILLS POINT, TX -- Lake Tawakoni State Park
No events listed at this time.
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Free TPWD Coloring and Activity Books to Download: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/learning/color/
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Nash Farm, circa 1859, is the oldest operating farmstead in Tarrant County. Through interpretive programs, events and exhibits, Nash Farm educates the community about the heritage and importance of the Grapevine Prairie and Grapevine's pivotal role in the development of North Texas.
May 11 -- Produce Canning
Time: 10am-noon
Details: Preserving your food was a key element to life on the Grapevine Prairie. Learn the basic methods of canning. Open to the first 15 applicants to register.
Cost: $15 per person.
More information: Click here
June 22 -- Dairy Day
Time: 10am-noon
Details: Celebrate National Dairy Month at Nash Farm with Dairy Day. Learn where milk comes from, milk a cow and churn butter.
Cost: Free admission. Hay rides at Dairy Day are $1 per person.
More information: Click here
July 6 -- Farmhand's Special
Time: 6-8pm
Details: Join our volunteers and learn more about volunteer opportunities at Nash Farm. During the recruitment drive, you may make and enjoy ice cream using hand-crank freezers. This drive not only includes the ice cream social, but also a bring-it-yourself picnicing opportunity.
Cost: This is a free admission event.
More information: Click here
FIRST FRIDAYS: Life Skills Demonstrations by Nash Farmhands
Details: Step back in time and join us. Daily life in late 19th century Texas required knowledge of a number of skills, methods and even recipes that will be demonstrated by Nash Farmhands. Each month features a different theme, so be sure to check the website for more information regarding the demonstrations and activities of that month. Help us preserve and protect our great heritage with First Fridays at the Farm. Demonstrations are on the first Friday of the month.
Cost: Tickets $3 per person.
APRIL 5: Textiles
MAY 3: Farm Fun
JUNE 7: Crops
JULY 5: Keeping Cool
AUGUST 2: Cotton
SEPTEMBER 6: Craftsmanship
OCTOBER 4: Campfire Cooking
NOVEMBER 1: Textiles
DECEMBER 6: Farm Fun
Location: 626 Ball Street, Grapevine, TX 76051
Contact: 817-410-3185
For more information: click here
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Artisan Center Theater holds quality, "in the round" performances that are family-friendly, entertaining, and affordable! The theater's full-length stage productions include musicals, comedies, and family dramas which are entertaining, as well as family-friendly. Past performances have included such classics as Godspell, Cheaper By the Dozen, The Scarlet Pimpernel, and The Sound of Music.
Artie's Playhouse, their Interactive Children's Theater, offers original, fun-for-all-ages productions featuring familiar characters and themes, but with fresh twists that keep it entertaining and exciting for parents as well as children. Each story has its own character focus, which is reinforced throughout the play. The "Artie's Playhouse" productions are about 30-45 minutes long, and include lots of audience participation to hold the interest of even the youngest child in the family.
Location: 420 E. Pipeline Road in Hurst, Texas (in the Bellaire Shopping Center)
To Reserve Tickets: 817-284-1200
For More Information: Click Here
Artie's Children's Playhouse Productions:
Cost: $5
Showtimes: Shows are Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m; Fridays at 4:30pm.
MAY 4-25 -- Bed Bugs
Details: Marie is a little girl who likes to jump on her bed, but to the bedbugs being squished underfoot, she is the wicked witch who causes earthquakes, among other natural disasters. The microscopic citizens of her bed are up in arms and decide to launch a full-scale attack against Marie, prompting her to investigate with her magnifying glass. To her surprise, there really are bedbugs… and they have something to say! Crawling with laughs, this fun play reminds us there are always two sides to every story and that conflict is best resolved peacefully.
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JUNE 1 - JULY 27 -- Disney's The Little Mermaid
Details: In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she's the girl with the enchanting voice. Adapted from Disney's 2008 Broadway production, Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. features the hit songs "Part of Your World," "She's in Love," and the Oscar-winning "Under the Sea."
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Artisan Main Stage Productions:
Mon & Tues: 7:30 p.m.; Thurs/Fri: 7:30; Sat: 3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Mon, Tues, Thurs: $12/Adults; $12/Students & Seniors (60+); $7/Ages 12 and under
Fri & Sat: $16.00/Adults; $14/Students & Seniors (60+); $9/Ages 12 and under.
lAPRIL 26 - MAY 25 -- 42nd Street
Details: This is the story of hard work, being in the right place at the right time, talent and love. FORTY-SECOND STREET is a celebration of Broadway and the people involved in shows. It focuses on aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer, and takes us along her journey. Musical hits include You're Getting to Be a Habit with Me, Dames, I Know Now, We're In the Money, Lullaby of Broadway, Shuffle Off to Buffalo and Forty-Second Street. Every audience enjoys watching the underdog succeed!
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Details: Drawing on letters, diaries, firsthand accounts, and the words of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass and Walt Whitman, THE CIVIL WAR is a thrilling, gut-wrenching and awe-inspiring "dramatic theatrical concert" that covers the enormous emotional landscape of the most difficult test our nation has ever endured. This epic thematic revue puts a human face on the greatest tragedy of American history. It explores the experiences of the soldiers and leaders who fought for their way of life. It also examines the lives of the lovers and families they left behind, as well as the hopes and fears of the slaves whose freedom was at stake. It passionately asks us to consider our beliefs about freedom, honor and faith.
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Artisan Theater can come to you!!!
For more information about how to schedule a performance at your location, contact the theater at 817-284-1200. They can perform for events, birthday parties, church functions, and more!!! Bring their family-friendly, entertaining shows to your front door!! Very reasonable prices!
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To Register for classes or for more information: 817-929-0852 or click here to email
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Cost: Advance tickets are $8 (add $1 at the door). Children 3 and under are free.
SUMMER Meet-Once-A-Week CLASSES/AUDITIONS
Every child receives a speaking part/ no experience necessary!
A Fairy Tale Soap Opera
Date: June-Aug 2013
A very funny show for kids and adults of all ages! Fairy Tale Soap is at the top of the Nielsen Ratings but the cast of Fairy Tale Characters is getting tired of playing their parts. Will the cast have to stay Fairy Tale characters forever or can they pull together to cleverly end the show with a happily ever after?
Ages: 4-18
Summer Theater Workshops
2 hrs/day for a whole week!
Cost: $65
June 10-14 -- 9am-11 am –Beg Acting
June 17-21 -- 9am-11 am -Stage Combat
July 8-12 -- 9am-11 am -Intro to Theater
July 8-12 -- 11:30-1:30 pm -Beg Acting
July 15-19 -- 1-3 pm -Stage Combat
Summer Week-long Camps
Time: 9am-4pm
Ages: 4-17
Before & after care: 7:30am-6:30pm
Peter Pan June 24-28
Alice in Wonderland July 22-26
Auditions for Fall 2013
"Claira and the Christmas Clock"
Auditions: September 2013
Class August-December
Comedy take-off based on the original Jules Verne story. Very fun for kids! Family Friendly! This is a hilarious family friendly comedy about Fog traveling Around the World in 80 Days! Fog matches the description of a local bank robber and there is a handsome reward for his capture...the chase is on! Fog is not only being followed by Detective Fix, but also a an old couple who need retirement money, a little girl and her star struck mother, a news reporter, a group of cheerleaders who are followed by the band members and more! Fog ends up in the middle of famous movies of the cities he's traveling through and Fix is always there, keeping his eyes on him!
WHEN: Tuesdays 2:30pm-4:30pm or Thursdays 6:30-8:30
WHO: Ages 4-19
TUITION: Class is Jan-May; $70 per month-costume fee included.
PERFORMANCE: June 17-22, 2013
Comedy take-off based on the original Jules Verne story. Very fun for kids! Family Friendly! This is a hilarious family friendly comedy about Fog traveling Around the World in 80 Days! Fog matches the description of a local bank robber and there is a handsome reward for his capture...the chase is on! Fog is not only being followed by Detective Fix, but also a an old couple who need retirement money, a little girl and her star struck mother, a news reporter, a group of cheerleaders who are followed by the band members and more! Fog ends up in the middle of famous movies of the cities he's traveling through and Fix is always there, keeping his eyes on him!
WHEN: Tuesdays 7-9pm
WHO: Ages 12-19
TUITION: Class is Jan-May; $70 per month-costume fee included.
PERFORMANCE: June 17-22, 2013
THE LITTLE MERMAID (non musical)
The Little Mermaid wants to be human! And she's willing to give up her voice to achieve this! A Great play for kids and lots of fun! Performance at Breitling Youth Theater!
WHEN: Mondays 2:30-4:30pm, OR Mondays 6-8pm, OR Tuesdays 4:30-6:30pm, OR Thursdays 4:30-6:30pm
WHO: Ages 3-15
PERFORMANCES: May 25 and June 2, 2013
1. Email us the class & time that your child wants.
2. Bring in or mail the first month's tuition. We take Credit Cards, checks or cash.
3. Enroll by August 5th to receive a FREE student ticket to the production of your choice Get Smart or Trials of Robin Hood.
These are going to be some great shows that will create wonderful memories for your child. I hope you will join us!
Discount: Breitling Youth Theater is offering $10 off their annual family registration fee of $20 to HEART of Texas members with a valid family ID card.
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Breitling Youth Theater is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing theater opportunities to children ages 2-19 in the North Texas area. Whether your child is attending one of our Acting Workshops, or particpating in one of our productions, they will have fun, learn, and create lasting friendships!
Location: 303 Main St, Garland, TX 75040
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For over 40 years, Casa Mañana's Children's Playhouse has introduced children of all ages to the magic of live theatre. This tradition continues as Casa Mañana's Children's Playhouse proudly presents its 2012-2013 Season:
Dora the Explorer Live!
Date: Oct 11-27
Frosty the Snowman
Date: Nov 29-Dec 22
Pinkalicious: the Musical
Date: Feb 7-23 (2014)
How I Became a Pirate
Date: Mar 28-Apr 13 (2014)
Peter Pan
Date: Apr 25-May 18 (2014)
Order Season Tickets!
Order a 5-Show Season Ticket package to secure GREAT SEATS for these fantastic, family fun productions at Casa Mañana Theatre.
For More Information: Call 817-332-2272
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Intermediate Acting: Ages 10-11
Time: Wednesday: 1:00pm-1:55pm
Details: A creative imagination experience! Every child will engage in imagination, vocalization, and movement activities that will prepare them for the stage. They will learn how to act out favorite stories, learn improvisation techniques, and use their bodies and voices to become different characters! Basic stage and blocking direction and an understanding of theatre terminology will help the young actors explore their creative process.
Advanced Acting: Age 12+
Time: Wednesday: 12:00pm-12:55pm
Details: Think like an Actor! The actors learn how to implement an analysis through improvisation-based exercises and scene work. The focus is on how to simplify acting and find the parallels between behavior in real life and behavior on the stage. As the year progresses, students will have identified a specific and repeatable set of skills, which can be used to approach any scene work they perform.
For More Information: Click Here
Location: 1100 West Randol Mill Road
Arlington, TX 76012
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Center for Home Education's Cottage Theater Presents:
Upcoming Performances:
Date:June 7-15
The name Pocahontas means "She-Who-Likes-To-Be-Mischievous." It's fitting, because the princess enjoys playing tricks and games, especially with Wolf, Raven and Squirrel, her playmates in the forest. She also makes friends with the English settlers in the struggling community of Jamestown. When Captain John Smith, the leader of Jamestown, comes to the Indian village, he is condemned to death. Princess Pocahontas saves his life and finds a way for the Indians and the settlers to live in harmony. This colorful play features a wonderful cast of characters and Native American lore. It's an entertaining and fascinating page from our country's history that glows with excitement and warmth.
Cost: $10/adults, $8/students. Small children who sit in laps are no charge. No baby carriers/strollers.
To purchase tickets: Call 817-281-2293
Discount: Center for Home Education is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount off all new and used curriculum and tickets to our student theatre performances, with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
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2012-2013 Season:
(Please note that not all productions may be suitable for all audiences.)
MAY 10 - 25 -- The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
A Southwest Premiere
You know this guy. Stanley Lambchop is just like everyone else, but one night he makes a wish… and it comes true! In a whirlwind musical travelogue, Stanley - the ultimate exchange student—scours the globe to do something the world has never seen before, and learns that heroes come in all shapes and sizes.
JUNE 21 - JULY 14 -- The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs
Dallas Children's Theater National Touring Production
Adapted from the hilariously popular book by Jon Scieszka & Lane Smith. A. Wolf finally gets to tell his side of the story and YOU determine the ending of the play in this rock Hip-Hop-ity musical that will blow the hair off your chinny chin chin! Hot off its acclaimed national tour.
Box Office Hours
9am to 5 p.m., Monday–Friday
Ticket Sales are subject to availability.
Reservations are recommended and require prepayment with either
Cash, Check, Mastercard,Visa, or Amex.
Coupons and discount offers must be arranged in advance with the box office and may be suspended at any time.
Student Matinees: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Time: 10 a.m.
Cost: $7.50/person for groups of 10 or more $7.50 per person (1 FREE chaperone per 20 student tickets)
Deposit required with reservation
Balance due SIX WEEKS before performance.
All plays, locations, dates and times are subject to change.
To Make Reservation: Call 214-219-2049 or click here to email
Locations: (refer to individual production to determine location)
Rosewood Center for Family Arts
5938 Skillman Street
El Centro College Theater
801 N. Main St.
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Admission: $6/person (payment must be received with all reservations)
Parking: $6 per car in the Arts District Parking Garage
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before concert time.
Concerts last approximately 45 minutes.
Special Students at the Symphony Program: Free seats are available to mentally and physically challenged students. To participate, complete the appropriate information on the reservation form.
To Reserve Tickets: Click Here or call 214-871--4006. Mention that you saw their ad in the HEART of Texas newsletter when you contact them.
Only reservations confirmed in advance can be seated. No walk-ins.
Concert Location: Meyerson Symphony Center
2301 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
(intersection of Pearl & Flora Street in the heart of the Downtown Dallas Arts District)
For Directions: Click Here
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Orders for Fewer than 20 Seats: Must be paid in advance.
Orders for 20 or More: May be reserved without advance payment.
Approximately one month before the concert, you will receive a notice confirming the number of seats you have ordered and the total amount due (if applicable). If the final number of seats needed for the concert is different from that listed on the notice, please call with a corrected number immediately upon receiving the confirmation. Full payment is due two weeks before the concert date for groups of 20 or more.
Absolutely NO refunds for changes in reservation numbers after this date.
Special Note for Groups of 20 or More: When you reserve a seat, that seat is held for you and not sold to another individual until you release it. Therefore, we ask you to verify the actual number of seats needed before making concert reservations. We understand that you may need to adjust the number of reserved seats before the payment due date, and those emergencies may cause cancellations. However, the privilege of reserving seats without advance payment may be revoked if your organization cancels more than 20% of its total reserved seats or fails to attend a concert for which it has reserved seats.
Children Under Age 3: Because of the nature of the event, we request that children under age three not be brought to these concerts, particularly to the concerts at Bass Performance Hall. You must purchase a seat for each person to be admitted to a concert, regardless of age.
For Questions: Click Here to send an e-mail message 817-665-6500.
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MAY 24 - JUNE 1 -- Jekyll and Hyde
An evocative tale of the epic battle between good and evil, Jekyll & Hyde is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story about a brilliant doctor whose experiments with human personality create a murderous counterpart. Convinced the cure for his father's mental illness lies in the separation of Man's evil nature from his good, Jekyll unwittingly unleashes his own dark side, wreaking havoc in the streets of London as the savage, maniacal Edward Hyde.
Tickets: $8 in advance, $10 at door
Location: Plano Children's Theater, 1301 Custer Road, Plano, TX 75075
Website: www.planochildrenstheatre.com
NOTE: Some productions may not be appropriate for children. Each family is encouraged to exercise discretion when considering to allow your children/family to view these productions.
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The Texas Ballet Theater is once again partnering with HEART of Texas to offer our newsletter readers special ticket pricing on great seats, during select performances. The dates and times of these select performances are listed below.
Please Note: Some performances may not be appropriate for all audiences. Please use your own judgment when considering allowing your children/family to view these productions.
Mozart Requiem & Theme & Variations
May 24-26: Wyly Theatre in Dallas
HEART of Texas Home School Discount Day (50% off Tickets): May 25, 2013 at 2pm (Wyly Theatre)
Must mention HEART of Texas when you call to reserve tickets.
To Purchase Tickets By Phone: Call Don Petty 877-828-9200, ext. 104 or click here to email
You must mention the HEART of Texas Home School Discount program to get the discount.
Any home schooler may take advantage of this program.
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Save 20% on regular priced tickets.
Location: Music Hall at Fair Park
New season includes Cathy Rigby's PETER PAN, The Addams Family, and Mamma Mia!
Offer valid on Tues, Wed, Thurs, & Sun evening performances in price level 2-4
To Order Tickets Contact Susan Frederick at: Click here to email
Offer open to homeschoolers, friends and family. The TX State Fair show is The Addams Family. Free admission to the Fair with your theater ticket. Contact Susan Frederick for details on TAFFIE offers and how to order. Unlike some of the other theater offers, DSM gives us a different link each time so Susan will need to provide the correct link for the current offers.
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Lone Star Children's Choir is searching for bright and talented young singers ages 8-14. The mission of the Lone Star Children's Choir is to provide children with the experience of musical artistry and creative choral performance opportunities that are committed to excellence, built on a strong foundation of musical knowledge and skills, and are an asset to our community. Children are exposed to distinctive choral literature in multiple languages. Interviews for new singers are being held by appointment from May through July. Singers currently in public, private or home schooled environments are welcome.
Requirements are the ability to sing in tune, the desire to learn, and a joyful attitude!
Please contact Carole Nichols, Artistic Director, for more information and to schedule an interview for your child.
Email: email@example.com
Phone: 817-412-9429
Website: www.lonestarchildren.com
Time: Monday evenings
Location: St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church: 223 South Pearson Lane, Keller 76248 (located on the border of Keller and Southlake)
Performances are held at various churches and other locations throughout Tarrant County.
Discount: Lone Star Children's Choir is offering a 10% discount on annual tuition to HEART of Texas members with a valid family ID card.
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The Carter houses one of the nation's preeminent collections of American art, from works by the early nineteenth-century artist-explorers through those of the mid-twentieth-century modernists and up to the work of contemporary photographers. The museum also holds one of the most comprehensive collections of work by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell.
Museum Exhibits:
JANUARY 15-JULY 31, 2013 -- Ed Ruscha: Made in California
Known for his images featuring single words suspended in space, Los Angeles-based artist Ed Ruscha (b. 1937) has experimented with a diverse range of media and styles throughout his career. Invited to work at the Tamarind Lithography Workshop in 1969, as he began to gain notoriety for his Pop Art approach, Ruscha embraced lithography as a means to explore recurring themes from his paintings and screenprints.
JANUARY 19 - MAY 19 -- Night: Prints and Drawings from the Collection
From the bright lights of the bustling city to the still quiet of abandoned places, night has been a source of inspiration for artists across eras and styles. Artists such as Edward Hopper (1882–1967), Martin Lewis (1881–1962), and James McNeill Whistler (1834–1903) were among those concerned with rendering night scenes, also called nocturnes, utilizing the versatile techniques offered by printmaking. This exhibition presents works that range in subject from the city to small-town life; from atmospheric effects to more abstract expressions.
JANUARY 26 - May 19 -- Photographs From the Collection
Spanning photography's history from 1840 to the present, this exhibition features highlights of the collection, including photographs from the museum's archives and several recent acquisitions. Together, these works intimate the diversity and richness of America's photographic traditions.
Guided Tours for Students: Click Here
Museum Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and major holidays
Admission: Admission to permanent collection is FREE.
Tickets for special exhibitions can be purchased at the information desk.
All galleries in the Amon Carter Museum offer barrier-free access.
Location: Amon Carter Art Museum
3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76107
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FREE First Tuesdays of each month
Time: 1-2pm
Cost: General admission to the Museum is free on the first Tuesday of every month.
Location: Center for Creative Connections (C3)
Ages: Programming is designed for children ages five and under, but all are welcome.
Details: Enjoy thematic art-making activities, story times, performances, and gallery activities.
THROUGH MAY 26, 2013 -- Chagall: Beyond Color
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2013 -- Focus Exhibition: Loren Mozley: Structural Integrity
Fourth Thursday of every month, with some exceptions.
Time: 11am-12:30pm
Details: The Dallas Museum of Art's homeschool classes offer an interactive Museum experience for families with children ages 6 and above. Parents and children learn about works of art together in the galleries, participate in hands-on activities as a family, and create a work of art together in the Art Studio. During the program, parents learn techniques and skills for creating their own educational experiences in the gallery.
Cost: DMA members $5 per participating child (ages 6 and up).
To Register: To register for the class, click here to go to the ticketing website, select Family Programs from the sidebar on the left, and follow the instructions to add the number of tickets you need for the class (one ticket per child). Participating adults do not require a ticket. If you have any difficulties with the new system, call 214-922-1270 or 214-922-1822. When classes are filled, call 214-922-1818 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com to be placed on a waiting list.
Upcoming Classes:
April 25: Imaginative Worlds—Chagall: Beyond Color
May 23: Nature and Art in "Loren Mozley: Structural Integrity"
For more information: click here
Family Activities:
Tuesday–Friday, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Cost: Family activities are free with paid admission. No registration is necessary.
Please call 214-922-1822 for more information.
Experience the Museum's premier collection through a cinematic lens with Summer Spotlight drop in activities for families. Meet in the Center for Creative Connections.
Sketching in the Gallery for Kids
EVERY THIRD SATURDAY with some exceptions
1 p.m.-3 p.m.
Families are invited to sketch from original works of art. All supplies are provided.
Collections Connection:
1:30–3:30 p.m., Level 3
Take an in-depth look at a different work of art each month. A trained volunteer will be in the galleries with engaging materials for all ages
Family Films
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS at 2 p.m. in the Theater, Center for Creative Connections
Catch a showing of one of these Reading Rainbow films featuring animals:
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush
The Paper Crane
The Piggy in the Puddle
Location: Dallas Museum of Art
1717 North Harwood
Dallas, Texas 75201
Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
Late night Fridays–museum open until Midnight.
General Admission:
The general admission fee includes viewing the Museum's permanent collection and most exhibitions. An audio tour of the permanent collection is included in general admission. Audio tours for adults and families are available.
Ages 12 and under: FREE; $5/Students (with current school ID card); $10/Adults $10; $7/Seniors (65 and over)
FREE on Thursday evenings from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. (special ticket prices may apply to exhibitions)
FREE on the first Tuesday of each month (special ticket prices may apply to exhibitions)
Group Discounts (10 more more): Call 214-922-1222 or click here to email
To Purchase Advance Tickets: 214-922-1803
For more information about family experiences: 214-922-1822 or click here to e-mail
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The Kimbell Art Museum's holdings include artworks ranging in period from antiquity to the 20th century. The collection includes masterpieces by Fra Angelico, Caravaggio, El Greco, Cézanne, Matisse, and Picasso, as well as antiquities, Asian, African, and pre-Columbian art.
FREE Admission to view the museum's Permanent Collection
JUNE 16 - SEPT 8, 2013 -- Wari: Lords of the Ancient Andes
The Wari civilization formed in the wake of a late-sixth-century drought that ravaged the central Andean region of what is today Peru and parts of adjacent countries. It was a new cultural experiment that, over the next four centuries, produced a society of such unprecedented complexity that many today regard it as South America's first empire. As predecessors of the Inca Empire, which fell to Spanish forces after 1532, the Wari had no previous examples of expansionist states to draw upon and thus represent a major development in Andean civilization.
Children's Workshops
Connect with artworks, new friends, and creative activities during Saturday workshops for children (ages 6–14) and their adult partners. Limit three children per adult; no charge for parents. Individual session fees are $15 ($12 for Kimbell members). To register, call 817-332-8451, ext. 351.
Mixed Media Mash Up
Date: May 18
Time: 10am-noon
Surprise yourself with the creative possibilities of a group project that combines blindfold drawing, musical chairs, and jazzy inspiration for one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Gallery tours will also explore expressive connections with color and music.
Pictures & Pages (ages 4-6)
Museum learning begins early with this special program for preschoolers (ages 4–6) and their adult partners. Popular children's books inspire group conversations and simple art activities. There is no charge for this program, but space is limited and advance reservations are required. Maximum two children per adult. To register, call 817-332-8451, ext. 351.
JUNE 5 -- Sophie's Masterpiece: A Spider's Tale, by Eileen Spinelli; illustrations by Jane Dyer
Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
JULY 2, 3 -- Come On, Rain!, by Karen Hesse; pictures by Jon J. Muth
Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
AUG 6 or 7 -- Patterns in Peru: An Adventure in Patterning, by Cindy Neuschwander; illustrated by Bryan Langdo
Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Date: May 3 -- Exploring Bernini's Rome
Time: 10am-noon
Details: Ages 8-16
Cost: Free, Registration Required.
For more information: Click here
Museum Hours: Mondays – Closed
Tuesdays–Thursdays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Fridays, noon–8 p.m.
Saturdays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sundays, noon–5 p.m.
Closed New Year's Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, & Christmas Day
Admission to the Museum's permanent collection is always free.
There is a charge for special exhibitions.
Half-Off Admission: Tuesdays from 10am to 5 p.m. and Fridays from 5 p.m.-8 p.m.
(not applicable for Member audio tours).
Group Sales: Discounted tickets for groups of 20 or more are available with a reservation for a specific date and time, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. For reservations, call 817-332-8451, ext. 229. Reservations for groups should be made at least two weeks in advance.
Location: Kimball Art Museum
3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Fort Worth, Texas 76107-2792
Metro: 817-654-1034
Fax: 817-877-1264
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Planetarium Shows
Secrets of the Sun
From the nuclear forces churning at the heart of the sun to the mass ejections of solar material into the surrounding space, we will experience the power of the sun and its impact on the planets and ultimately life on Earth. We will trace the life cycle of the sun itself, going back to its beginnings and moving forward in time to its eventual death.
Universe allows audiences to experience an historical look at how we have envisioned the universe though the ages. We visit some of the ancient sites where our ancestors erected great structures with special astronomical significance. Finally we look at the Universe through the eyes of today's science and space explorers to build up a spectacular overview of the heavens.
Texas Night Sky
Enjoy this informal narrated introduction to the wonders of the sky featuring a view as it may appear tonight in your own backyard. Learn which planets, stars, and constellations are currently visible, the unique stories behind their names, and tips on how to locate them in the night sky. The things available to see change as the calendar changes and so do these shows!
Seven Wonders
Turn back the pages of time and witness the ancient wonders of the world as they have not been seen for thousands of years. Travel to Egypt to visit the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Great Pyramids, to Persia to see the original Mausoleum, to Babylon to explore the fabled Hanging Gardens, to Greece to tour the Temples of Zeus and Artemis, and to Rhodes to stand in the shadow of the towering Colossus. We will investigate the theories of how these wonders were created and get a glimpse of some of the universe's greatest wonders. Narrated by Sean Bean, Boromir from the Lord of the Rings film trilogy.
Wonders of the Universe
Peer deep into space through the eyes of the orbiting Hubble Space Telescope and travel back billions of years in time to witness the birth of the universe. On this breathtaking excursion you'll witness the formation of galaxies and explore some of the most wondrous nebulae and astronomical structures yet discovered. As your travels continue, you'll fly deep into our own Milky Way galaxy and return home to Earth on a spectacular tour through the solar system.
Hubble Space Telescope Images
The Orion Nebula, a cavern of rolling dust and gas some 1,500 light-years away, is the nearest star-forming region to Earth. This image is the sharpest ever taken of the nebula. The bright central region is home to the four heftiest stars in the nebula, collectively called the Trapezium. Ultraviolet light from them is carving a cavity in the nebula and disrupting the growth of hundreds of smaller stars. Nearby are stars still young enough to have disks of material encircling them, too small to be seen clearly in this image. The disks are the building blocks of solar systems. Faint red stars near the bottom are myriad brown dwarfs. Sometimes called "failed stars," brown dwarfs are cool objects too small to be ordinary stars because they cannot sustain nuclear fusion in their cores the way our Sun does. Astronomers used 104 five-color Hubble images to make this composite picture, adding ground-based photos to fill out the edges. The mosaic covers approximately the apparent angular size of the full moon. The observations were taken between 2004 and 2005.
Permanent Exhibits at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science (Open Dec 1, 2012):
Moody Family Children's Museum
Where Little Children Make Big Discoveries: Park your stroller-and rev up for a day of discovery with your child! Here, kids 5 and younger can climb a replica of Reunion Tower, discover Texas wildlife or simply paint a picture.
Sports Hall
Give Your Mind and Body a Workout!: Could you outrun a Tyrannosaurus rex, or through a football better than a pro? Get ready, get set-and get active as you explore your body in motion!
Discovering Life Hall
The Power of Adaptation: What is life, and how do different species adapt over time? From single-cell organisms to the largest creatures on the planet, this exhibit hall explores and celebrates the diversity of life on earth.
Being Human Hall
What Does it Mean to be Human?: Study a sliver of real human tissue-or use your brain waves to launch a ping-pong ball. There's more to being human than you may realize!
Texas Instruments Engineering and Innovation Hall
How Does it Work? Ask an Engineer: What do bridges, prosthetics and robots have in common? Discover how engineers use math and science to solve everyday problems.
The Rees-Jones Foundation Dynamic Earth Hall
Forecast: 100 Chance of Change: Where else can you experience an earthquake, touch a tornado and broadcast a weather forecast all in the same day? Discover how earth, air, and water interact to provide dynamic results.
Tom Hunt Energy Hall
Empowering the Future of Energy: Take a virtual expedition deep underground to explore a drilling rig from the inside out! From natural gas to solar and wind energy, every source of energy is fueled by science.
Gems and Minerals Hall
Natural Brilliance: Gems and minerals not only serve as as the building blocks of our planet-many of them also happen to shimmer, sparkle and glow! Explore both the practical side and beautiful aspects of these complex structures.
Expanding Universe Hall
Your Space for Discovery: Embark on a journey through our solar system and beyond, and discover how scientists uncover the secrets of the universe.
T. Boone Pickens Life Then and Now Hall
Clues and Insights from the Fossil Record: Discover how studying the bodies and behaviors of modern-day animals can give scientists a glimpse of dinosaur life.
Rose Hall of Birds
Let Your Mind Take Flight: Create your own virtual species of bird as you explore the adaptations that help birds thrive in diverse environments.
Meerkats: Filmed over the course of a year, Meerkats 3-D follows an extraordinary – not to mention adorable - family that stands just 12 inches tall. Discover how these tiny but strong creatures survive in the harsh desert, led by the family's tenacious matriarch, Klinky. Her daunting task is to both protect the offspring she has as well as produce more pups to ensure the family's survival for generations to come. Together, this family of 20 will battle a rival gang to protect their territory, their pups and their lives as they also contend with the desolate environment which is their home.
Sea Monsters: When strange bones are discovered in a muddy Kansas river bank, paleontologists set out to investigate a mystery buried in time. Through ultra-realistic 3-D computer animation we travel back to the Late Cretaceous, when the sea was dominated by giant marine reptiles, some as large as present-day whales. The film follows a female Dolichorhynchops (a seal-like reptile) and her offspring through adventures that illustrate life in the sea during the Age of Dinosaurs. Live-action recreations of actual paleontological digs are intercut throughout, revealing the scientific basis for each animated episode. In the end, the bones in Kansas turn out to be those of the featured Dolichorhynchops.
Museum Information:
The Museum of Nature & Science consists of several buildings all located in Fair Park, Dallas. The Nature Building is located at 3535 Grand Avenue, the Science Building is located at 1318 South Second Avenue and the Planetarium Building is located at 1620 First Avenue.
Location: 2201 N. Field Street in Dallas (located at the corner of Woodall Rodgers and Field Street
Phone: 214-428-5555
Email: email@example.com
Hours and Admission:
All buildings: 10am-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, Noon-5 p.m. Sunday
(In the event of inclement weather, please call 214-421-3466 ext. 382)
Admission Pricing: http://www.natureandscience.org/information/admission.asp
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Explore innovative learning studios and a wide variety of interactive exhibits in the new Museum of Science and History.
$14 for adults
$10 for children (3-12) and seniors (60+)
Admission to ExploraZone and all National Cowgirl Museum exhibits is one price and free for all Museum members
For Ticket Information: 817-255-9540
(Exhibit admission includes half-price admission to the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame.
The National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame is open daily Mon – Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday noon to 5 p.m.)
Location: 1600 Gendy Street, Fort Worth, 76107 (corner of Montogomery & Gendy)
Special Exhibits:
How do airplanes fly? Air Park, the Museum of Science and History's newest exhibition, provides a hands-on look at the forces that lift planes, animals, insects and other objects off the ground and soaring through the air. Air Park looks at four main forces that make flight possible: gravity, lift, thrust and drag. All four of these forces are explained by activities that allow guests to see the forces in action: build a paper airplane and see if the design will soar; learn how kites are created and how they can fly; design and build a craft that floats on a column of air; and make a pinwheel and test it on a table of air.
To Learn More about this Exhibit: Click Here
Discover the compelling human stories told through authentic artifacts and recreations of the ship's interior. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, features hundreds of artifacts and painstakingly recreated rooms and details. You will experience Titanic's voyage from launch to tragic ending, to modern-day recovery and restoration efforts. Your journey will be educational, emotional and appropriate for all ages.
To Learn More About This Exhibit: Click here
Planetarium Shows:
One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity
Our Amazing Solar System
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Location: Dallas Arts District
2001 Flora Street
This summer visitors can experience two new works created for the Nasher by Berlin-based artist Katharina Grosse. For more than two decades, Grosse has been making large installations consisting of brightly colored acrylic paints sprayed onto walls, ceilings, piles of dirt, and sculpted styrofoam and fiberglass shapes. Taking inspiration from frescoes, plein-air painting, Abstract Expressionism, and urban graffiti, Grosse explores how painting can "appear in space" – in the realm of sculpture and architecture – by giving color monumental and palpable form.
First Saturdays (FREE Admission)
10 a.m.–noon–Children's Art Activity
Express yourself by creating unique artworks connected to the month's Big Idea.
10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.–Art in Action Sculpture Demo
See how sculpture is made and feel the materials artists use at our live artist demos.
10 a.m.–2 p.m.–Art Scavenger Hunt
Exercise your detective skills to search the Nasher for art related to the month's Big Idea. Complete the hunt for a special prize!
10:15 a.m.; 11:15 a.m.; 12:15 p.m.–Family Tours
Discover and discuss each month's Big Idea on an interactive tour for the whole family.
11 a.m.–2 p.m.–NasherKids Meal Available at Nasher Cafe (for additional charge)
11:30 a.m.–Yoga
12:30 p.m.–Storytime with the Dallas Public Library
Share in the joy of reading with storytellers from the Dallas Public Library.
1 p.m.–NasherKids Live!
Join in the fun with an exciting, live performance for families and young children.
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Now Showing
Flight of the Butteflies
Tickets: $7/adults; $6/children 2-12 and Seniors 60+
Details: Flight of the Butterflies is actually two stories, intertwined. It's about the astounding Monarch butterfly migration, the longest known insect migration on earth, and the determined scientist who spent 40 years trying to discover exactly where the butterflies mysteriously went when they flew south for winter.
For More Information about Flight of the Butterflies: Click Here
The Living Sea
Tickets: $7/adults; $6/children 2-12 and Seniors 60+
Details: Originally released by MacGillivray Freeman Films in 1996, The Living Sea has been a perennial favorite of giant-screen theater audiences and educators all over the world. The film takes audiences on a journey of discovery to learn how the world's oceans are linked by currents, tides, and water cycles. Viewers can feel the power of the ocean as they surf thundering waves in Hawaii, ride the choppy waters in a Coast Guard Rescue boat at Cape Disappointment, and come face to face with humpback whales. The Living Sea also introduces the audience to scientists who are expanding our knowledge of the sea. The film joins these scientists as they explore a type of jellyfish that has evolved from predator to farmer then follows a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) 3,000 feet down the ocean depths to view strange creatures living where sunlight never penetrates.
For More Information about The Living Sea: Click Here
Tickets: $7/adults; $6/children 2-12 and Seniors 60+
Details: To mark the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, this 40-minute film Titanica will allow audiences to experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure of discovery at the site of the world's most famous shipwreck. In its day, the R.M.S. Titanic, the largest and most luxurious liner ever built, was described as unsinkable. On its maiden voyage on April l5, l9l2, the Titanic collided with an iceberg and sank; l,502 people lost their lives. Nearly 80 years later, in the summer of l99l, a high-risk Canadian-American-Russian expedition set out to explore the shipwreck and to conduct important scientific research. Director Low weaves a dramatic story of this modern-day expedition and the legendary Titanic, the symbol of an era. Startling, eerie images of the Titanic as she now lies on the ocean floor are contrasted with the exquisitely-preserved archival photographs of the ship in all its splendor, taken in 1912. Juxtaposed to these images are the touching and eloquent comments of Eva Hart who, as a seven-year-old girl, survived that tragic night but lost her father. Audiences can see the ghostly wreck in extraordinary detail.
For More Information About Titanica: Click Here
Africa: The Serengeti
Tickets: $7/adults; $6/children 2-12 and Seniors 60+
Details: AFRICA: THE SERENGETI features a spectacle that few humans have ever witnessed, the Great Migration across the Serengeti plains in Tanzania and Kenya. This film is a tribute to the wildebeest as they set out on their yearlong odyssey. It is also a documentary featuring a fascinating array of animals including zebras, giraffes, elephants, monkeys, baboons and even hyenas, jackals and vultures. The first large format Africa epic, the film follows more than 1.5 million animals as they travel 500 miles across the plains of the Serengeti—a place where life and death dramas are enacted daily. Experience the heart-pounding chorus of hooves and the amazing spectacle of wildebeest and zebra as far as the eye can see. Also featured are some of Africa's greatest predators including lions, cheetahs, crocodiles, and others—all in pursuit of the migrating prey. Africa: The Serengeti is narrated by James Earl Jones.
For More Information Africa: The Serengeti: Click Here
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MAY 18 -- Prairie Day At The Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT)
Details: We're taking log cabin living to the prairie! We'll have toys, games, demonstrations, and the chance to make your own prairie flor de papel (paper flower) to take home. We'll still be here at the Village, too, though...so come visit us either place!
JUNE 11 -- Whatcha Got Cooking Day Camp
Time: 9am-12pm
Details: Participants for this camp will learn a bit about 19th century food preparation and prepare a meal of their own with fellow campers! $15 admission includes materials, snack, and recipes to take home. Reservations required one week prior. Camp is for children going into 4th-8th grade. Download registration form.
JUNE 12 or 21 (pick one only) -- Wagons West
Time: 9am-noon
Details: Wagons West is a program of hands-on activities recreating elements of a typical school-age child's day. The children wash clothes using a washboard and lye soap, card wool, grind corn by hand and weave on a child's scale loom. $15 admission includes materials and a snack. Reservations required one week prior. Program is for children going into 1st--6th grade. Download registration form.
JUNE 13 -- Toolin' Around Day Camp
Time: 9am-noon
Details: Join our skilled woodworker as he introduces basic 19th century woodworking techniques and helps campers complete a project of their own! $15 admission includes materials and a snack. Reservations required one week prior. Camp is for children going into 4th-8th grade. Download registration form.
Location: 2100 Log Cabin Village Lane
Fort Worth, TX
For More Information: Click Here
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Family Past Times
3rd Sunday of the Month
Time: Noon - 4pm
Admission: Children FREE; Adults $9; Seniors $7
Bring the whole family for historic fun and participate in themed activities.
Nip & Tuck
Stories, Music and Hands-On Activities for Preschoolers
Please RSVP: 214-413-3674 or e-mail us. You can even purchase your advance tickets online.
Tickets can be purchased by phone, at the gate or online.
RSVP: 214-413-3674 or by email
Barnyard Buddies
Date: May 8
Time: 11am
Cost: $5/children, $9/adult
Details: It's everyone's favorite Mexican holiday! Come and listen to a story about this special day, make a traditional Mexican craft and maybe even speak some Spanish with friends.
Upcoming Events:
Village Academy Cooks: Jams and Jellies
Date: May 11
Time: 1-4pm
Cost: 13 and up: $25; members: $20
Details: Spring has sprung and fruits are overflowing in our local markets. Whatever will we do with all those delicious treats to eat? Learn how to save spring and summer in a jar by creating delicious jams and jellies in this workshop. Each participant will go home with one jar of homemade treats and recipes for dozens more.
More information: Click here
Meet Mrs. Miller: A Mother's Day Tea Party
Date: May 12
Time: 1-3pm
Cost: Childrens' Grades 1-5: $20; Members' Grades 1-5: $15
Details: Mrs. Miller spends her days making sure Millermore runs smoothly. Bring your mother and join her for a Mother's Day tea party at Millermore while you learn the manners and customs of the 1860s.
More information: Click here
History with a Twist
Date: May 18
Time: 7:30-11pm
Cost: Tickets: $75, Premium tickets: $100; Premium tickets for couples: $175
Details: A celebration of classic American cocktails, served along the charming Main Street at Dallas Heritage Village, which features historic buildings, including a bank, a general store, a saloon and a rail depot. Historically inspired cocktails will be the creation of noted Dallas mixologist Michael Martensen of Cedars Social, the recently opened Smyth and soon-to-be-open The Establishment. For more details, see http://www.thecedarssocial.com/
For more information: contact Gary Smith at email@example.com.
Family Past Times: Lawn Games
Date: May 19
Time: noon-4pm
Cost: Adults: $9; Children 4-12: free; Seniors: $7; Members: free
Details: Kids are free on the third Sunday of the month! Bring the whole family for historic fun and participate in themed activities for everyone to enjoy. May's theme is: Lawn Games. Join us for a day of outdoor activities, Victorian style. Play a round of croquet; try your hand at a game of marbles or badminton. Wear your whites and dust off your straw hat, it's time to go outside and play. Put on an apron or grab a shopping basket at the Blum Brothers' General Store. This hands-on learning space is now ready for your imagination! For our younger visitors, be sure to check out the Learning Lounge. Play with trains, build a log cabin, and more in our themed rooms. Listen in on our cell phone tours or check out the new smartphone tours. Discover the story of our buildings and explore connections between the past and present. Don't miss the new exhibit in the Worth Hotel, curated by a team of Junior Historians. Catch a glimpse of the lives of the Hotel residents in 1910.
For more information: Click here
Barnyard Buddies
Date: June 5
Time: 11am
Cost: Children $5; One adult: Free; Additional adults: $9
Details: This June we are celebrating all of the animals that live in the Village. Today is the chickens' day to shine!
For questions or reservations: please contact Pat Vaughan, Reservations Coordinator, at 214-413-3674 or firstname.lastname@example.com
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2013 Home School Programs
None at this time.
Chose your Date, Chose your Program:
Your group can schedule the date and choose the program from the many we offer. The date and program can be scheduled Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 2:00pm or on limited Saturdays from 9:30am till noon.
All visits will include: Four interactive galleries, over forty computer touch screens, the Children's Education Center, Discovery Carts and Interactive Gallery Guides.
Time: Registration: 9:15 a.m.-9:45 a.m.
Program Begins: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $6/children; $3 Adults
Includes program, all day admission to the museum galleries and program supplies.
Please note that we have changed to a cash only admission the day of the program.
Location: Old Red Museum
100 South Houston Street
Dallas, TX 75202
To RSVP: Click here to email the sales dept with the following info:
Names of attending adults, email address, phone, number of adults, number of children, ages of children. If you are a group leader, please list your group name with each family unit listed separately, as this makes preparation and registration run more smoothly.
Parking: Museum guests may purchase an underground parking vouchers for $2.
Details: Everyone enjoys a celebration! What brings families and communities together? How are traditions enjoyed? Come and join us at Old Red as we discover some of the rich traditional celebrations that help create the great city of Dallas. Students will enjoy music, making sand art, designing special placemats, creating cards and other items to be taken home and shared with family and friends.
Connecting Dallas to the Holocaust
Date: Mar 1 -July 14, 2013
Cost: Admission to this special temporary exhibit is $4.00 for Adults/Seniors and $2.00 for Children. If visitors come to experience Dallas history in our four permanent galleries, admission to this event is included in the regular ticket prices: Adults $8.00; Seniors $6.00; Children 3-16 $5.00.
Details: The Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance is dedicated to preserving the memory of the Holocaust, and to teach the moral and ethical response to prejudice, hatred, and indifference, for the benefit of all humanity. Visit the exhibit at the Old Red Museum to get a small preview of the Holocaust history displayed at Dallas Holocaust Museum. Learn about the connection between the Holocaust and Dallas through survivor stories and historical documents. Discover the link between everyday artifacts and the Holocaust. This exhibit personifies the theme of the Dallas Holocaust Museum: History that moves you forward.
Old Red Sings the Blues
Date: June 23
Time: 3-8pm
Cost: TBA
Details: This summer, one of the most historically significant buildings in Dallas will host the blues show of the year. Old Red Sings the Blues gives you the opportunity to experience legendary blues artists such as Trainwreck featuring Rev. K.M. Williams, Doug Macleod, Anson Funderburgh & the Rockets, and Zac Harmon! All proceeds will benefit the Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture. More details will be coming soon.
Discount: The Old Red Museum of Dallas County History and Culture is offering HEART of Texas members (with valid HEART of Texas Family ID) a $1 discount per person/ticket. Discount may not be used for the Home School Workshops.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
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68. STAR PARTIES at FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY
Have you ever seen the rings of Saturn? Have you ever wanted to view the moons of Jupiter? Have you been dazzled by a star cluster? Are you in the market for a telescope and don't know where to start? This and more can be discovered every month outside the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History during the free monthly telescope observing. The star gazing events are held every month on area north of the Museum on the Saturday nearest the first quarter moon, weather permitting. They are presented by the Noble Planetarium staff and members of the Fort Worth Astronomical Society.
The Noble Planetarium is under construction, but you can still gaze at the stars and learn about the night sky during our free monthly Star Parties.
Cost: Free
Location: In front of the Museum, on Gendy Street (except Oct 6 which will be in Euless).
Parking: Parking is available in the lot south of Harley Street.
Time: Dusk–10:30 p.m.
Details: Join the Noble Planetarium staff and members of the Fort Worth Astronomical Society in front of the Museum on Gendy Street. You'll find plenty of telescopes for viewing and even more astronomy buffs to help you navigate your way through the skies. This event is weather permitting.
For more information: click here
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Aledo Christian School, located in Aledo,TX, is offering their sports programs to home schoolers.
Who: 7-12th grade boys and girls
Girls Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Softball
Boys Sports: Basketball & Baseball
Location: Aledo Christian School
400 Queen Street
Aledo, TX 76008
For Information About Baseball: 817-939-2979 or click here to email
For Information About Other Sports: Contact 817-441-7357
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Berne Academy, located in Lancaster, TX, is looking for homeschoolers to play on their Boys' Varsity Basketball Team. They are associated with T-CAL (Texas Christian Athletic League) out of San Antonio.
Who: 7-12th grade boys
Location of Practices: Tommie Allen Recreation Center on Bonnie View Road
For More Information: 972-218-7373 or click here to email
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71. HOMESCHOOL SWIM-- The Colony Aquatic Park
Brand New! Expanded Homeschool Swim in The Colony!!
The price for fall season passes are very reasonable, especially since there are now three different days a week that you can come!
When: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Location: The Colony Aquatic Park
5580 N. Colony Blvd
The Colony, TX 75056
Cost: $4 per person or purchase a season pass
Note: Children 6 and under MUST be directly attended by a swimming adult within arms reach.
Seasonal Passes available: $45–Individual
$60–Micro-family (2-3 members)
$80–Family (4+ members)
For More Information: 972-624-2225 or Click Here to email
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Home School Open Swim
Half-Price Fridays at the Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium!
Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. during the school year
Who: Home school students and their families.
Cost: $2/Students; $2.50/adults
For More Information: Call 214-509-4770 or visit http://www.allenparks.org/
City of Allen Home school Swim Team
Practices: Monday through Friday from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium
For more information: Call 972-992-3996 or visit http://www.metro-aquatics.org/
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Christian Martial Arts, an outreach of First Baptist Church of Euless, is offering a free month of classes to HEART of Texas newsletter readers who wish to try out their program. Christian Martial Arts has been ministering to the physical as well as spiritual needs of local families for almost ten years at First Euless!
It is a fun way to get plenty of exercise in an environment that seeks to honor God and teach respect for others. The tenets of CMA are Courtesy, Humility, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable spirit. Students learn fundamentals of self-defense, balance, flexibility, practice and repetition. We encourage progress through belt promotions but each student is only in competition with himself to advance. We have sparring nights, optional board breaking, tournaments and special events including Christmas parties and demonstrations. If you are looking for a great family activity, you've found it!
Cost: $25/month per person
Times/Class Descriptions:
Monday: 6:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.–Children only
Monday: 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.–Beginners & Advanced of all ages
Thursday: 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.–Beginners of all ages
Thursday: 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.–Advanced students
Saturday: 10:00 am–12:00 p.m.–Open Workout for all students
For More Information: Click Here
Discount: Christian Martial Arts, an outreach of First Baptist Church of Euless, is offering a free month of classes to HEART of Texas newsletter readers who wish to try out their program.
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Contact: 972-475-3946 or Click Here to email
Dallas Thunder is a home school competitive basketball organization. For our 2010-11 season, we plan to have boys and girls teams ranging in ages from 12 and under through 18 and under.
Dallas Thunder offers:
Christ-centered, competitive Basketball for Home schooled boys and girls
Experienced, Professional Coaches.
The opportunity to play top public and private schools in the area
Participation in the National Christian Homeschool Basketball Tournament.
Website: http://www.dallasthunder.org
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For More Information: Click Here to email or 817-800-3922
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The Home School Athletic Association is a Christian-based organization providing athletics for homeschoolers through volunteer home school parent. They provide various programs including football, baseball, volleyball, soccer, and basketball for high school and middle school home schoolers.
If you are interested in joining HSAA Cross Country, please click here to contact the Track Commissioner.
If interested in a two day football camp for middle schoolers this summer, please click here.
2013 HSAA Track & Field Registration
The HSAA Track & Field team gives 7th-12th grade homeschooled athletes an opportunity to compete against local schools in the sprints, distance, hurdles, throws (shot put/discus), jumps (long, triple, and high), and relays.
Practices: Team practices are on Monday and Wednesday
Date: Begin on January 7, 2013 for High School and January 21, 2013 for Middle School.
For more information: There are TWO information/registration sessions for the 2013 Track & Field teams. Prospective athletes and a parent must attend one: Nov 10, 2012 or Jan 5, 2013. Please go to http://www.hsaa.org/ for more detailed information regarding registration.
Register online: click here
More information: click here
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Come try your first class for free and see if our 20 year reputation of helping kids enjoy in a competitive Christian atmosphere is right for your family. 100% of the children that have tried it... have stayed.
Ages: 6-12
Cost: $20 a month for first child... $15 a month for any additional children.
When: Tuesdays (once a week)
Girls meet from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Boys meet from 3:30-5:00 p.m.
To sign up just call 214-695-5560
Where:–Heights Park in Richardson on Floyd
in between Belt Line and Arapaho on the West side of 75 (south of Arapaho).
We play an array of competitive for kids at any skill level: dodgeball, football, kickball, flag tag, capture the flag, war, softball, baseball, crazyball, flipperball, Frisbee golf, soccer, circle dodgeball, track and field, and tons more. We also play fun and easy games such as: squirrel in a tree, two headed monster, parachute games, and much more!
We have a family camp out in January, and a Field Day at the end of the year that includes a picnic dinner, volleyball, hay ride, playing in a tree house, games, a bonfire, and cooking hotdogs outside!
Call RHETT HULCY directly to enroll or for any questions about the class:
Discount: Rhett is offering HEART of Texas members one free month of classes, with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
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Location: Velocity Sports Performance
1800 East Highway 114, Suite 101
Southlake, TX
Discount: Velocity /Southlake is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount on all training, whether it is with the Home School program, regular training program or any camps that are held at this location., with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To Learn About HEART of Texas Membership: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership
Velocity Sports Performance in Southlake has designed a program to meet the needs of Home School Families!
Location: 1800 East Hwy 114, Suite 101, Southlake, TX
For More Information: Call 817-416-0606
To Learn More About Velocity: www.velocitysp.com/southlake
Velocity Performance is a training facility with a staff of degreed and certified coaches. Their programs focus on all facets of athletic performance, including speed and agility, strength and explosive power, flexibility and mobility, endurance and energy system develo p.m.ent, and injury risk prevention.
Their 18,200 sq. ft. indoor facility includes a 30 yard turf field, 60 yard speed track, regulation volleyball court, Olympic weight area, comfortable viewing area for parents/coaches with wireless internet, men's and women's showers, electronic timing system and video analysis, and SPARQ testing.
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Fencing Institute of Texas is committed to supporting our Home Schooled children by providing physical fitness that challenges the mind as well as the body.
Home School Classes
Times: 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Tuesdays and Thursdays
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 am. – Saturdays
Instructor: Coach Rhonda Trietsch
For More Information: 972-444-8498 or visit: http://www.fenceintexas.org/homeschool.html
Students enjoy private lessons, group training, and mini-tournaments during this time.
Parents are welcome to participate along with their children in these programs.
Additional classes during the week between the hours of 10 AM and 4 p.m. will be added
as this program and need grows.
Open Enrollment: Students may join this program at any time; the first month's fees are prorated. There is no pro-ration of fees after the first month. Fees are $90 per month plus $50 tuition ($140), and are due by the 5th of the month. Fees are due in advance and are non-refundable.
Students may take additional private lessons outside of the class meeting time for an additional fee.
To Register: Class size is limited to 15 students; pre-registration is required. If you are interested, please call our school at (972) 444-8498, or complete and mail or FAX the Home School Registration form.
To Download Registration Form: http://www.fenceintexas.org/homeschool.html
Discount: Fencing Institute of Texas is offering HEART of Texas members a $10 discount off the monthly tuition (individual or family) with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card. HEART of Texas students participating in the FIT Saturday Page or Squire programs receive a $5 discount off the monthly program fee with a valid Heart of Texas family membership card.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
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Parker-Tarrant Home School exists to promote and accomplish education for the Texas Home School student in a Christian environment. With a focus primarily in the Parker County and West Tarrant County areas of North Texas, the organization's objective is to provide a competitive environment for middle school and high school competition that is not normally provided by traditional home school organizations or support groups. PTHSS desires to accomplish this goal in a way that both works alongside the parents and honors Jesus Christ.
Currently the PTHSS organization offers boys' Varsity and Junior Varsity Baseball, boys' Basketball from middle school through high school, girls' high school basketball and girls' Varsity and Junior Varsity Volleyball. Six-Man boys' football is being added this fall! Other programs and age divisions may be offered in the future.
Many of the PT Warriors athletic activities occur at Birchman Baptist Church in West Fort Worth.
For More Information: click Here to email or www.pthss.org/
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Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: 2-6 years old
Time: 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages: 6-12 years old
Discount: Pump-It-Up of Grapevine is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount on private parties. Members also receive $1 off Pop-In-Playtime on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for ages 2 through 6, and on Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 for ages 6-12. Members must present their valid HEART of Texas Family ID card to take advantage of these special offers.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
For More Information: 817-329-1332 or email@example.com
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THESA Riders is a home school association, providing the DFW area with competitive and Christ-centered athletic programs for home schoolers at the high school and junior high level.
THESA offers the following:
Baseball -- Boys Basketball -- Girls Basketball -- Girls Cheer -- Boys Football -- Boys and Girls Golf -- Girls Softball -- Girls Volleyball
For More Information: http://www.thesariders.org/
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Training for Confidence is a full-time martial arts school in Colleyville.
We currently have several families at our Colleyville school location who home school
their children. We would welcome the opportunity to partner with Heart of Texas and
offer discounted tuition to your members.
Discount: Training for Confidence is offering HEART of Texas members a 25% discount off the monthly student membership fee, with a current Heart of Texas family membership card.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
To Learn More: TFCKarate.com
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Gymnastics is the best sport available to create young athletes and proper athletic foundations for all future sporting endeavors. We offer several classes for all ages including: Little Tots class for 14mo-3 years, Best Kids 3-4 years. For ages 5 and up we offer Tumbling, Girls Gymnastics, Boys Gymnastics and a Home schooling class.
Location: 601 Cross Timbers Rd. Suite 100 in Flower Mound.
To Learn More: 972-874-8800 or click here
Home School Class
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Details: Best Gymnastics does not have sessions, so you can join at anytime! This co-ed class for ages 5 and older will focus on athletic conditioning, tumbling, flexibility, core strength, and of course, fun! The class has a 10:1 student/teacher ratio.
Cost: $59/month
For more information: Click here
Open Gym
Date: Every Friday
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Cost: $12/child
Details: This is a drop off event. Lots of exercise and lots of fun! No reservations required.
For more information: Click here
Best Night Out
Date: May 11: Rock Star Dance Party
Time: 6:00-10:00pm
Cost: $25/child; siblings receive $5 discount
Details: Best Night Out is designed for parents to get the night off while kids have a blast at the gym! Dinner and a drink are provided. Children 3 (potty trained) and older may attend Best Night Out.
For more information: Click here
Upcoming dates: June 8: Hawaiian Luau; July 13: Super Hero Night; August 10: Beach Blast; Sept 14: Best Bucks Spending Spree; Oct 19: Monster Mash Madness; Nov 9: Pirates and Princesses Party; Dec 14: Winter Wonderland
Discount: Best Gymnastics is offering HEART of Texas members a 15% discount off all of their recreational gymnastics classes, with a current Heart of Texas family membership card.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
To Learn More about Best Gymnastics: 972-874-8800 or click here
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Experience the Game of Golf! Lantana Golf Club is offering three separate golf programs for juniors, age 8-17, in 2013. The Spring, Summer and Fall programs will each offer weekly clinics over a period of 8-10 weeks.
Participants will receive instruction on full swing, short game (chip, pitch, putting) and bunker play. Participants will also receive a basic introduction to the rules & etiquette of golf and the opportunity for quality time on the course.
Our objective is to introduce juniors to the game of golf, improve playing skills and provide the opportunity for personal growth and learning. We hope to build and strengthen character, develop new friendships, and enjoy the experience and life lessons this great game provides.
Marc Brooks will provide lead instruction with assistance from other local golf professionals as needed. Mr. Brooks is a PGA member and currently Director of Instruction at Lantana Golf Club. He was recently named "Best Golf Instructor Denton County 2012" and a member of the PGA President's Council for his continuing effors to promote the grow the game of golf.
To Register: click here to download the registration form.
For more information: Contact Marc Brooks, PGA at 940-728-4653 or click here to email
Discount: Marc Brooks is offering HEART of Texas members a 10% discount, with a current Heart of Texas family membership card.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
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Smoothing the Way is a support group dedicated to serving first-year homeschooling mothers. Each month a topic of specific interest to the new homeschooler is offered. We will offer you information that will make your first year less confusing. We will also offer you the opportunity to meet other new homeschoolers who are sharing your experiences — both good and bad! You will meet veteran homeschoolers who can reassure you that these experiences are very normal and can help you to navigate through your first year.
For Information about Smoothing the Way groups near you, or to find out how you can lead a group: http://www.smoothingtheway.com/
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DFW Speech & Debate is committed to providing quality communications training to help students sharpen their ability to analyze problems, think and listen critically, and communicate their ideas in an organized and compelling manner. Our communications training includes:
Speech & Debate Summer Camps
We train hundreds of students each summer who go on to excel in competition! Our camps are engaging and fun and serve to inspire students to cultivate their critical thinking and communication skills. We offer a wide variety of training including introductory, intermediate and advanced Speech and Debate camps, Model UN, Moot Court and much more for ages 12-18! This summer we are expanding our offerings to include Junior Speech for ages 6-11!
Private Coaching! - for speakers, debaters and writers who would like to advance their skills at a faster pace
Most great competitors have great coaches. Our veteran team of coaches provide individualized training for students prior to and during the school year. Coaching sessions include helping students develop a high level of competency writing AP quality essays, writing and performing speeches, and writing and arguing their debate case. See specific Coaching Services here.
Tools for Debate Curriculum
Most great competitors also have great TOOLS. Our easy-to-use 12-week curricula puts valuable instruction in the hands of debate students and club leaders to prepare students for Policy and Lincoln Douglas debate competition. Our curriculum includes a dual track approach to help beginners master foundational skills such as Writing a Case, 4-Point Refutation, Organization and Cross-Examination (C/X) and more. Experienced debaters will advance to the next level with round-winning techniques on C/X Strategies, and NEG strategies (e.g. identifying unproven or faulty assumptions). Packed with examples, drills, quizzes and a FREE affirmative case!
For More Information: dfwspeechanddebate.com
Discount: DFW Speech & Debate is offering HEART of Texas member-supporters (with current Family ID) 10% off their Summer Camp fee.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
To view our ever-expanding list of partners: Click Here
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A support group for families in Irving and all surrounding communities.
JUNE 6: next meeting at Lee Park in Irving
Time: 7pm
Details: We are a volunteer, non-profit organization committed to serving home school families in Irving and all surrounding communities. Our mission is to reach out to all homeschooling families - providing resource information, ongoing activities, and support. All are welcome. We meet the 1st Thursday of the month (Sept. - May except Dec.) at Lee Park in Irving.
For more information: click here
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A support group for families in the Plano area
Click Here for More Information
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To Find out When Your Local High School is Offering the PSAT Test: Click Here
PSAT TESTING FEE: $14 (some schools charge an additional fee to cover administrative costs)
Homeschoolers who take the test at their local public school should not be charged more than the school charges its own students. The College Board makes fee waivers available to schools for students in eleventh grade from low-income families who can't afford the test fee. See the school counselor for more information about fee waivers. Special testing situations are also available for special needs students. Ask the school counselor for more details.
MAY 4 (registration deadline April 5)
JUNE 1 (registration deadline May 2)
For SAT Subject Test Calendar: Click Here
For More Information: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/calenfees.html
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College Prep Genius will be offering their incredible "MASTER THE SAT CLASS" in several Texas cities. This revolutionary course will give students all the tools needed to conquer the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT. Students will learn the logical patterns behind standardized test questions as well as necessary strategies that could help increase their test scores tremendously. A high score on the SAT or PSAT/NMSQT can open doors to college entrance and colossal scholarships that could include full tuition, room and board, honors dorms, graduate money and stipends to study abroad! Many of their students have raised their test scores as much as 600 points and received scholarhips over $200,000 from Ivy-League schools. College Prep Genius has been featured on NBC, CBS, Fox, TXA21 and The Homeschool Channel.
Their carefully selected teachers will show students how to ace the SAT so they can raise their scores and get scholarships to college. The SAT and PSAT are tests of logic (not high school subjects) and most students do poorly on them because they don't understand the test. She will teach how to look at the test questions correctly so they don't fall for the wrong answer and she will not only explain why the right answer is right but also why the wrong answer is wrong. Students will gain confidence in their test-taking skills and be given the necessary tools for scoring high on these standardized tests.
Watch College Prep Genius founder, Jean Burk, give speeches on "How to Ace the SAT" and "Free College Can Happen to You" click here
What's Covered in Class:
"Master the SAT Class" is a thorough investigation of the SAT and PSAT including an extensive review of all three test sections: Critical Reading, Math, and Writing.
CLASS SCHEDULE: Dallas-Fort Worth Area Classes
JUNE 3 - 6 -- Coram Deo Academy
Location: Coram Deo Academy: 4900 Wichita Trail, Flower Mound, TX 75022
For more information: Click here
JUNE 7 & 8 -- McKinney
Location: Redeemer Presbyterian Church: 7820 Silverado Trail, McKinney, TX 75050
For more information: Click here
JUNE 19 & 20 -- Pantego Bible Church
Location: 8001 Anderson Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76120
For more information: Click here
JUNE 21 & 22 -- North Richland Hills
Location: Freedom Recovery Services: 5112 Commercial Drive, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
For more information: Click here
JUNE 29 & JULY 6 -- Bedford
Location: Gebhart Home: 625 Merrill Drive, Bedford, TX 76022
For more information: Click here
Conventions/Speaking Engagements in Texas:
West Texas Family Conference & Book Fair
Date: April 26
Location: The Heights Church: 4512 Sherwood Way, San Angelo, TX 76901
For more information: Click here
Home School Book Fair
Date: May 10-12
Location: Arlington Convention Center: 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76011
For more information: Click here
Register at collegeprepgenius.com
Download the e-book "15 Secrets to FREE College" for a penny at www.collegeprepgenius.com Use code: heart
Discount: College Prep Genius is offering a $5 discount off classes and products to HEART of Texas family members. You must have a valid membership card to qualify for the discount.
To learn about HEART of Texas membership: Click Here
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Baylor and Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) have teamed up to provide an enormous scholarship opportunity to help students afford a Christian college education while pursuing their dream in a career in aviation, medicine, science, engineering, law, space, business, etc.
To Apply: Visit http://www.afrotc.com/ and fill out the on-line application.
• We appreciate the homeschooled student and know first-hand the talent and intellect they offer. Our Cadet Wing Commander last Fall was homeschooled and she was outstanding!
• Who do we want to help? Your students interested in leadership who are about to graduate, applying to a service academy (Baylor would be a great Plan B), excels academically, involved in Eta Sigma Alpha or other honor societies and service organizations, as well as competitors of all kinds.
• The application deadline for AFROTC high school scholarships is December 1, 2012.
• AFROTC's best scholarship (Type 1) pays full tuition and fees (~$25,000/year at Baylor).
The second best scholarship (Type 2) pays $15,000/year.
The majority of our cadets are on these two types of scholarships.
• Baylor is very generous with their merit scholarships which range from $3,000–$14,000/year. Have your student go to http://www.baylor.edu/admissions/calculator/ and input their ACT/SAT scores and class ranking into the Scholarship Calculator to see what they could be offered. You will be amazed.
• If your student receives an AFROTC high school scholarship and brings it to Baylor, they will receive the Baylor AFROTC Incentive Scholarship worth $3,000/year. They get this just by simply bringing the AFROTC scholarship to Baylor!
• Students on scholarship also receive $900/year for books and a monthly, tax-free stipend of $300-$500. They can use this stipend however they like (cheeseburgers and coffee??).
• A student with a high school scholarship can try AFROTC their freshman year, and if they decide not to continue, they can simply walk away without having to pay back their scholarship. No kidding!
• If your student does not receive a high school scholarship, there's an even greater opportunity to receive an AFROTC scholarship once they are at Baylor. AFROTC has a $60 million scholarship budget to award scholarships from and as of the end of the Spring semester, 86% of Baylor cadets were on scholarship.
• Baylor AFROTC is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year (the Air Force is 61 years old) and for the first time in our history, we are opening an AFROTC Living & Learning Center where cadets have the option to live among themselves. Visit http://www.baylor.edu/rotc/llc/ for more information.
• If you would like to come for a visit, we have a "Bunk with a Bear" program where your students can spend the night with a cadet, attend classes, eat with them, meet other cadets, take the campus tour, talk to academic advisors, and get the feel of Baylor.
For More Information: Click here to email or call 254-710-3513.
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94. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE for HOME SCHOOLERS IN 21 COUNTIES ---- AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
The American Cancer Society is the largest nonprofit voluntary organization in the world. The Society depends on the competence, creativity and dedication of its 2 million volunteers nationwide to achieve its mission. Along with learning the value of volunteering in your community we can offer your home schooled student a way to apply all they are learning in a real world atmosphere.
Counties in the North Texas Region of the American Cancer Society: Dallas, Tarrant, Denton, Rockwall, Parker, Palo Pinto, Wise, Cooke, Grayson, Fannin, Collin, Hunt, Rains, Kaufman, Ellis, Johnson, Eastland, Comanche, Erath, Hood, Rockwall
For more information: 817-570-0612 or Click Here to email
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95. BECOME A HOST FAMILY FOR A FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT THROUGH INTO EdVENTURES HIGH SCHOOL EXCHANGE ORGANIZATION
Learn to Laugh in Another Language!
INTO EdVENTURES High School Exchange Organization offers you the opportunity to host a young high school student from another nation in your own home...let these incredible young people from other countries show you their culture, up close and personal. Welcome them as a son or daughter...touch their lives, and change their world, and your's too. The experience will teach you and your children how another family lives across the world, while they, in turn, learn about you and the American culture...many of them love to cook and share themselves and their family with you.. They become part of your family for a lifetime.
Share your heart, your faith, your family and your home with a high school foreign exchange student.
IF you have children at home, they can learn so much and make a life long friend. If you do not have kids at home you will LOVE the new dimensions they will add to your life, and the new life they will give to your home.
There are boys and girls ages 15-18 from South america, Asia and Europe. They bring their wide-eyed enthusiasm and a desire to learn our culture, and in turn share their's.
They will attend your local high school for the academic year.
IF THIS SPEAKS TO YOUR HEART...you can make a huge difference in a young person's life. You will touch a nation, and change the world!!
All host families are volunteer
Who can become a Host Family:
Young families with small children, families with teens, empty nesters, grand parents, even single parents!
Our host families must provide: Room, Board, Food, and Transportation. Host families
Must also be financially able take in another child.
The students have: Full health insurance coverage and their own spending money ($200-$300/month, which takes care of personal things or extra things they want, and school activity expenses). These will not have to be provided by the host family.
Student information: Our students are boys and girls ranging in age from 15-18. They are from South America, Asia, and Europe. They arrive the third week of August, hopefully a week or two before school starts.
They will attend the LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL for either the ENTIRE ACADEMIC YEAR...OR ONE SEMESTER (either spring for fall)
INTO EdVENTURES will share with the prospective host families the student's & letters to the host family from the student and their parents...
How are families and students matched: We do our best to match common interests, etc. And once a match is made, host families can begin communicating with their new "son/daughter"...usually, the student overseas emails as soon as they hear they have been placed with a family... THEN, MEETING THEM AT THE AIRPORT IN AUGUST… IS AWESOME!!
For more information: 817-545-5058 or Click Here to email
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Meals on Wheels, Inc. of Tarrant County is a community based agency that provides meals to the homebound in Tarrant County. Delivering meals is a great community service as well as a unique learning opportunity, and we welcome students, along with adults, to be involved in the meal delivery. Our clients depend on volunteers to deliver hot, nutritious meals along with care and compassion.
Several home school families currently volunteer for our program and we would like you to join us.
Weekly and substitute volunteers are needed now.
Meals are picked up from local distribution sites and delivered to homes within close proximity.
Delivery typically takes about hour.
If you join our volunteer team you will feel great ensuring that several Tarrant County neighbors
have received food and a friendly visit.
From a Homeschool Mom's Perspective–by Trudi L.
Benson (age 10) and I started delivering meals when he was two years old. It's been a very rewarding experience. We both have learned so much and met some really nice people along the way. I incorporate our volunteer activities into our daily lessons.
Math: We count the number of clients, meals, and milks on a route sheet; use a lot of addition and subtraction.
Reading and Spelling: Letters and words are everywhere on a route sheet.
Science and Health: We've learned about diabetes and good nutrition. We also talk about different disabilities.
Social Studies/Geography: We interact with people from different socioeconomic groups. as we deliver meals, we discuss surrounding terrain, lakes, rivers, and teh weather. Map reading skills are also developed.
Community Service: By providing hot, nutritious meals, we help a lot of people in our community.
For More Information: 817-336-0912
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Volunteers Needed!!!
Meals-on-Wheels of Johnson and Ellis Counties serves the children of yesterday by helping needy elderly and disabled persons to remain independent and healthy in their own homes by providing home-delivered meals, daily personal contact, and support for individuals and their families.
Meals-on-Wheels could not operate one day without the help of volunteers. Dedicated, caring volunteers assist in providing hot, noontime meals. Not only do our volunteers deliver nutritious meals, they also ensure the safety of our clients. Daily contact is as important as the meals we serve.
A meal route takes approximately 45 minutes to deliver with convenient pick-up sites located throughout each county. By volunteering, you help bring hope, love, and friendship to the elderly and disabled homebound in your community.
To Volunteer: 817-558-2840 or 972-351-9943.
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Is your family or support group looking for an opportunity to help the needy?
The Stewpot is a 501c(3) organization that reaches out to the homeless of Dallas by providing meals and other services.
The Stewpot serves 3 meals a day, every single day of the year.
To meet this great need, The Stewpot is seeking volunteers (individuals or groups of 10-15) to serve a meal once a month.
For more information: 214-746-2785 ext. 320 or Click Here
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Experience the world and expand your family's horizons this summer!
Open your heart and your home to a global visitor and enable your teenager to stay with a family abroad.
Details: Texas Global Education and Cultural Exchange provides several one-month home-stay opportunities.
Home-stays (instead of staying in a hotel) have many advantages:
•Experience life from the inside - not as a tourist
•Learn, appreciate, understand and evaluate another culture - and your own
•Establish a close relationship with someone - from another culture
•Develop cross-cultural understanding through communication and interaction
The focus of a cultural exchange is friendship, but lasting friendships and warm memories aren't the only results. Young people who have the opportunity to live with a host family in a foreign country or to host an international youth in their home enjoy a priceless educational experience that better prepares them for a life in a global society.
For more information: Call Susan at: 940.241.3097
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Registration on Sept 15
Details: The Christian Homeschool Athletes of North Texas (CHANT Chargers) will be forming teams for home educated student athletes to compete against area schools and other local homeschool sport's organizations for the 2012-13 basketball season. The season will end with a trip to the Nationals Tournament held in Springfield, Missouri during the middle of March. CHANT will have teams for boys ages 8 to 18 yr. old, and dependent upon the registrations, also hopes to be able to field at least 3 girls teams. If there are enough children that are registered under 8 yr. of age we will form rec league teams so they can stay together with other homeschool families.
To Register: Registration will be September 15th at the First United Methodist Church 601 S. Greenville Ave. Allen, 75002 from 11A - 1P. Make sure to check the CHANT website for the latest information at www.chantchargers.org.
CHANT Football: If your son likes football CHANT also has some openings for middle school and high school age gentlemen to play the fast paced game of 6-Man Tackle Football. Interested persons should contact Coach Mark Baker at email@example.com.
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Dallas 2012-2013 marks the 41st season of the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestras. The world-renowned GDYO has a full season on concerts. Hot off their European tour this summer, the top ensemble, the GDYO, brings together 105 of the DFW area's best high school musicians, and their four concerts at the Meyerson will be the showcase of the season.
2012-2013 Performances
Time: 7:30pm
Details: The grand finale of the 41st season. Featured on this program will be Shostakovich's Festive Overture, Op. 96, a yet to be determined concerto performed by the 2012-2013 GDYO Concerto Competition Winner, Wagner's Arrival of the Guests at Wartburg from "Tannhaeuser", and Mahler's Symphony No. 4, featuring Elizabeth Racheva, soprano.
Cost: Subscriptions tickets are $32-130. Single tickets are $10-40.
To purchase tickets: Call 214-528-7747 or visit www.gdyo.org or call the night of the performance at the Meyerson Box Office.
Location: The Meyerson is located at 2301 Flora Street in Dallas, TX.
For more information: go to www.gdyo.org or email firstname.lastname@example.com
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LLELA is a great place to enjoy the outdoors!
Take a hike, go fishing, ponder the starry sky, visit the log house, or just find a quiet place to relax.
Location: LLELA's entrance is at 201 E. Jones St. (intersection of Jones & Kealy Streets), Lewisville, TX.
New Pollinator Garden Opening at the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area
Date: May 18
Time: 9:30—11:30 AM
Details: Visitors of all ages are invited to participate in the Grand Opening of a new Pollinator Garden, located near the Cicada Pavilion at LLELA. The Pollinator Garden provides a great opportunity to view North Texas prairie grasses and wildflowers. The garden will also give a boost to our native pollinators by encouraging the plants they depend on. Populations of bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects are in steep decline across the United States due to loss of habitat, overuse of insecticides and other environmental issues. Without these often unappreciated creatures, about 75 percent of our flowering plants and crops would not develop fruit or seeds. Though it is new, the garden is already full of life. A variety of butterflies have been documented, including swallowtails, monarchs, queens, sulphurs, pearl crescents, buckeyes, emperors, question marks, red admirals, fritillaries and others. Along with the butterflies and bees, the garden has been buzzing with volunteer activity, as the project is almost entirely a volunteer effort, led by Master Gardener Rosemary Carrizales. LLELA is grateful to the dedicated volunteers who have made the Pollinator Garden a reality!
MAY 3, MAY 18 -- Stars on the Prairie
Time: 8:15-9:15pm
Details: Join us for a fascinating evening as we explore the wonders of the night sky with Clyde Camp, Master Naturalist and amateur astronomer (over 30 years of experience). Ages 5 and up.
Cost: There is a $2 program fee, in addition to the regular gate fee ($5/person). Reservations are required at 972-219-3930 or email@example.com. If the sky is cloudy, we will still meet and take a night hike.
MAY11 – Kids' Fishing Day
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Details: Angling instructors at LLELA are offering a whole morning of fun activities that will introduce children to the art of fishing. Activities will include: casting, fish identification, knot-tying, aquatic habitats, fishing rules and ethics and more.
Cost: $2 program fee, in addition to the regular gate fee ($5/person). Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration Required: 972-219-3930.
No poles are required for the activities, but will be needed if you intend to stay and fish afterwards.
MAY 25 – Night Hike
Time: 8:00—10:00 p.m.
Details: Join our trail guides as they lead a moonlit stroll through the woods and across the prairie. We may hear some bumps in the night, but have no fear...it's probably just an armadillo. Howling coyotes, hooting owls, and other nocturnal sounds will provide an out-of-the-ordinary hiking experience. Cost: $2 program fee for the night hike, in addition to the regular gate fee of $5/person.
Registration Required: 972-219-3930 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is 2,000 acres of prairies, forests, and wetlands managed as a wildlife preserve by a group of agencies including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the University of North Texas, the City of Lewisville, Lewisville ISD, and Texas A & M University. Our mission is to preserve and restore our native ecosystems and to provide and promote environmental education and scientific research. LLELA's entrance is at 201 E. Jones St. (intersection of Jones & Kealy Streets), Lewisville, TX. Learn more at www.ias.unt.edu/llela
HEART of Texas Discount: HEART of Texas members (with current Family ID) receive $1 discount per child on one-day science classes (must show valid card).
To Learn About HEART of Texas Family Membership and Benefits: http://www.heartoftex.org/resources/membership1 per child discount on one-day science classes.
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MARCH 1 - JUNE 30: Faith Artists presents: "Darkness into Light" deliberate discovery of hope
March 2 - April 12: Exhibit will be held at the Jacques Lamy Gallery: 1607 Dragon Street, Dallas TX 75207.
June 1 - 30: Exhibit will be held at the Granville Arts Center: 300 N 5th, Garland, TX 75040
Premier Reception
Date: Sat Mar 9
Time: 4-7pm
Location: Jacques Lamy Gallery 1607 Dragon Street Dallas TX 75207
For more information: faithartists.com
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104. SANDY LAKE AMUSEMENT PARK 4th ANNUAL
Date: May 23
Time: 10am-4pm
Details: Print flyer from Heart of Texas website and bring to the park to enjoy: General Admission, Parking, Picnic Grounds and Pavilions at a discounted price.
Included Events: Unlimited Rides, Hula Hoop Contest, Falcon Flyers Jump Rope Show, Home School Booths and Free Drawings!
Cost: Discounted Price (with flyer): $10/person. Regular price (without flyer): $15/person. Children under 2 years of age are free, all others pay.
Additional Optional Costs: All Day Swimming is $5/person
Cash only at gate. No checks. No cards. ATM available.
You may bring home cooked food or purchase food at the park refreshment stands.
NO OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL FOOD WILL BE ALLOWED, i.e. Subway, Pizza Hut, etc.
Food and arcade games available but not included. Bring your own grills.
No pets please, except service animals. All park rules apply.
Consider coming as a group so you can picnic with your friends.
For more information: visit www.sandylake.com or email email@example.com
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Date: April 26
Time: 9:30-11:45am
Details: We are offering a special field trip, "Heroes of History", based on the Tapestry of the Centuries mural by Vladimir Gorsky. Your students will have lots of fun while learning about history and art, take a tour of the Museum, and much more! We have specifically designed this field trip to appeal to students of all ages and learning styles.
To learn more about the Tapestry of the Centuries mural, go to www.historyinart.net. For more information about the Museum of Biblical Art, please see our website, www.biblicalarts.org, or our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/mbadallas.
Questions or for more information: (214) 368-4622 Ask for Val Robinson
Location: Museum of Biblical Art: 7500 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75225
Cost: $5/person, $20 cap for families
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Date: June 3
Time: 10am-3pm
Details: Admission tickets are only $13.99 or Ticket & Hot Dog Box Lunch are $19.99.
To order tickets: visit www.hfalls.com/homeschoolday and use the promo code: homesplash13
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When: We will hold three fall and four spring cotillions, excluding December and April. Dates should be considered tentative, however, until the receipt of your invitation approximately two weeks beforehand. Tentative dates for the 2013-2014 year are: 9/15, 10/20, 11/10, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 & 5/11
Details: We are a fellowship of homeschooling parents offering instruction to teens in etiquette and various forms of traditional dance along with the opportunity to build socialization skills and new relationships for God's glory. The cotillion is open to homeschoolers aged 12 to 18. 2013—2014 Selective Sundays of the month 4:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Gleneagles Country Club: 5401 W Park Blvd, Plano, TX 75093
Cost: $50 non-refundable, annual registration fee per family; $25/per person for each cotillion (includes meal and dance instruction); parents may R.S.V.P. for dinner as space allows for $25:
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