Back in June, a comment was left by Tim Adams asking about stores that sold new and used curriculum. 

There is a store in Oregon City that I highly recommend.  The store is called Exodus provisions.  You can find their websitehere.

They are a pretty big store, and have a wide variety of books to look through.  They are also very good at giving you advice about what kind of books to look for, and what would fit your style of homeschooling best.

Exodus Provisions also takes in your used homeschool books and curriculums, and gives you cash back toward your own purchases there. 

It is nice to be able to go into their store, and actually look through the books and curriculums before you buy them.  I have spent hours there digging and flipping through the books!

So for an answer to Tim Adam's question, Exodus Provsions is an excellent place to go to, to find new and used curriulum.  

If anyone has any questions they would like to ask me, feel free to email me.  There is also helpful information on the Old School House Magazine's website.  The link to the Oregon information can be found here.

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Christian Communicators Northwest Debate Workshop #1: Introduction to CCNW
Debate

General Information
Date: Saturday, September 13, 2008.
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
Location: Evergreen Presbyterian Church
905 Cottage Street NE (Corner of Cottage and D Streets) Salem, OR 97301.
Cost: $5 each for Students/Debaters. Payment at the door.
Coaches, Instructors, Parents, and Prospective Judges may attend at no cost.

Registration: None required. An email to salemdebate@ juno.com providing the
number of students/debaters and/or the number of adults would be
appreciated, but is not required.

Workshop Content
The purpose of this workshop is to provide an overall familiarization with
CCNW team policy debate. The CCNW Judge Orientation provides concise
instruction on the structure of a debate round, the argumentation used by
the debaters to support and defend their positions, and how to determine the
winner of a debate round and fill out a ballot. Following the orientation,
the video of a full debate round will be shown. At the conclusion of the
debate round all participants will work independently and then as a group to
evaluate the round, determine the winner, and fill out a ballot. The
workshop will conclude with a discussion about CCNW philosophy, rules and
events.

While the primary purpose for the workshop series is to supplement and
support new debate clubs and classes, Workshop #1 is a valuable opportunity
for anyone wanting to get a better understanding of team policy debate and
what it means to become involved in the CCNW debate program.

Workshop #2 is scheduled for Saturday, October 18th and will address
material covered in the 1st half of a typical Introduction to Debate course.
Workshop #3 is scheduled for Saturday, November 15th and will address the
2nd half of an Introduction to Debate course.

Please forward this email to anyone you think might be interested. Workshop
#1 is a good opportunity for those interested in debate to see what it is
all about.

Fall 2008 Debate Class:

Why: Homeschoolers learn reading, writing, arithmetic, science, geography,
politics, etc. Debate provides a capstone activity for older homeschoolers
to employ what they have learned in a broad based activity that requires the
combination of research, logic, and presentation in a challenging,
competitive, but fun program.

What: This 10-week class, meeting once a week, will prepare students to
take part in Christian homeschool debate events. The class covers some very
simple logic, the fundamental elements of a debate, and public speaking.
The class will be open to a maximum of 16 students, ages 13-18. Students
must be 13 years old before January 1, 2009 to participate in debate
competitions this season (January-May 2009).

When: Tuesday Evenings, 7-9 pm. September 23, 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28;
November 4, 11, 18; December 2. There will be no class November 25.

Where: Evergreen Presbyterian Church 905 Cottage Street NE, Salem (Corner of
Cottage and D Streets). Note: This is a change in location.

Cost: $50 per student, $40 per student for 2nd, 3rd, etc. student from the
same family. A text costing $15 is also required (not included in the
attendance fee).

If you are interested in the class or want to learn more, please contact Ray
or Denise Engel at (503) 363-2187 or via email at salemdebate@ juno.com.

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September 2nd

 
"NOT BACK To School" celebration
 
LIVELY SWIM PARK

Tuesday  Sept 2nd 
Location:  6100 Thurston Rd., Springfield
12noon - 1pm
 
There is a small donation asked, $2.00 each swimmer.

Everyone else is in government school this week! This event is for * homeschoolers *.
Last year there were a LOT of people there.

If you are a new homeschooler, it gives great encouragement to be in a place filled with other homeschoolers. Yes, you are not alone!

This event is sponsored by LIGHT (lighthomeschooling .org), but all homeschoolers are welcome to attend.

http://www.willamal ane.org/1_ aqua/lpsc. htm
 
There will be a snack bar open, but you may bring a sack lunch.

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Have you been keeping up with this year's summer Olympics?  I know we have!  Especially the swimming.

It has been so exciting to watch these olympic swimmers.  Especially Michael Phelps.  

I am very pleased to have seen this come through my email today.   For the second year, the Beaverton Swim Center is offering  its Homeschool SPLASH Swim Team program this Fall term.  M/W/F from 1:30 to 2:30pm.

This team was created when a couple of homeschool moms requested a homeschool team.

Some terms, the pool has had barely enough kids (ages 5-17) registered to continue the program.

While the kids swim against other kids, the focus is on improving the child's own personal best and learning to be part of a team with a positive attitude.

Your child must be at skill level G or better to be on the SPLASH team, however, the coaches instruct the children on stroke improvement and competitive swimming skills.

For full information on this program, and registration info, please
go to:
http://www.runboard .com/b4himchocta lk.f4.t675

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The summer can be a fun time for field trips.  There are many different places around Oregon that families can travel to, that are both fun and educational.  

Over the 4th of July weekend (4th, 5th, 6th),  the northwest civil war councel will be having a reenactment at the willamette mission park in Brooks, Oregon (which is just outside of Salem).  This will be our first time being able to be completely involved in it.  Being able to take a step back in time is a wonderful way for children to have a hands on history lesson.

Here are a few more ideas,  of  fun educational outings.

In Buena Vista, Oregon, there is a Wings of Wonder Butterfly Farm.  You can go in and see all sorts of butterflies!

In Central Oregon, you can take a tour of the fossil beds, or go and see the old lava flows.

Over on the coast, there is a marine center called theHatfield Marine Science Center.  You can see marine life, and learn about it, while being happy inside knowing that it is free!

As I think of more, or run into any more great summer field trip ideas, I'll be sure to come and post them.

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Date: Saturday, June 5th
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Place: Southwest Hills Baptist Church
          9100 SW 135th, Beaverton, Oregon
 
There's no admission fee for customers.

If anyone is interested in selling their books, there are still a few tables available.  It costs only $5 to rent a table.  Please contact Judy Fast at  (to respect privacy, contact me...Ali if you would like to contact Judy. )  for details. 

Just a reminder, the book sale is this Saturday at Southwest Hills Baptist Church  9100 SW 135th.(Please do not call the church; email me with any questions).  You may begin setting up your table(s) anytime after 8:30.  All tables will be in the Fellowship Hall this year.  Just look for the open doors and balloons.  There will be 2 truck dollies for your use.  There are still a few tables available, so if any of your friends would like to participate, tell them to let me know as soon as possible.  A few guidelines for you to remember   1.  You are responsible for setting up your table and manning it during the sale, 2.  Please bring enough cash to make change for the customers.  3.  Please limit your area to your table and the floor under your table.  Remember some people will have strollers, and we need to keep the aisles clear.  4.  If you want something to eat or drink, please limit your food and beverage to your own table.  Do not walk around with it.  That way if you spill, it will only be on your own books and not on someone elses.  5.  After the sale please clean up your area by removing your books, folding your table and moving it to the window area.  Check your area for any trash.
There will be a free table; however, this table is NOT to be used as a dumping ground for books that you can not sell.  Books left on this table after the sale just get thrown away, and it would be better for you to donate them to an organization than to let them get tossed.
The sale will begin at 10:00 and go until 12:30.  Please let your friends know about the sale and invite them to come.

(For more information regarding things listed on the Oregon blog, please email me, and I can give further information. Thanks!)

June 7th, 2008
 
LIGHT's 19th Annual
Christian Home Education Faire   
 

The Christian Home Education Faire (CHEF) is a great place to see many homeschool products, books, software and methods of educating. There will be both new & used curriculum available to purchase, as well as, vendor workshops and keynote speakers to attend.
New and prospective homeschoolers are welcome! Bring your family, ask questions and be encouraged!
 
DOORPRIZES!
This year LIGHT is again excited to hold a raffle for all faire attendees! The tickets will be drawn throughout the day. A final big drawing will follow the last keynote. A grand prize will be given away, as well as other items contributed by the faire vendors and area retailers. Winners must be present to win.  

 
We will have a snack counter open hosted by our local homeschool boy scouts and cub scouts. Beverages, goodies and sandwiches will be available.
You may bring your own lunch, if you desire.
 
We are at a new location this year! Santa Clara Church of Christ is a large and beautiful facility located near the Beltline and River Road area. We are looking forward to enjoying the grounds and wonderful ammenties there. 
 

                     PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR UP-TO-DATE INFO ON THE FAIRE!
                                              www.LIGHThomeschooling.org
 

FAIRE HOURS:  Saturday, June 7, 8:30AM to 3:00PM
LOCATION: 175 Santa Clara Ave. Eugene, OR
ADMISSION: $5 per family
 
 
 

DIRECTIONS TO CHEF:
To arrive at our new location, Santa Clara Church Of Christ, from I-5 north or south:  Take the off ramp to Beltline Hwy westbound, into Eugene.  There is road construction going on here so be sure to check for changes in signs. After traveling about 4.5 miles, take the River Road exit and turn right. Proceed north two blocks and turn left. Santa Clara Church Of Christ is approximately one block length ahead.

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Homeschool Kids

Games - Art Room - Double Gym

Music Studio - Computer Lab

Meet Fun Homeschool Families - Make Connections

Open House…Come check it out!

Friday, June 6th

10:30am to 1:30 pm

Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis

1112 NW Circle Blvd

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PCHE Used Curriculum Sale is Thursday, June 12, 6-8 p.m. at Faith Evangelical Free Church. 
Sellers: Have prepared books to the church between 3-5 p.m. on Thursday, June 12.  if you are unable to drop books off at this time, you may arrange to drop them off early with Vicki Pope or another area contact.  To prepared your materials, each item needs the following information clearly marked ona 3X5 card and firmly attached to items for sale: Name of Seller (address labels work great), subject matter, title, publisher, grade level & price.  Please price items in $.50 increments.  Rubberband items together that are to be sold as a set and indicate the number of items in a set on the card.  Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your materials so that a check can be mailed to you during the week after the sale. 
Buyers:  If you are a PCHE newsletter subscriber, checks will be gladly taken.  Otherwise, please be prepared to pay in cash.  Some exceptions may apply....contact Vicki Pope for more information.
Volunteers:  Many hands make light work!  Volunteers are needed to help with the set up, operation, and clean up involved with this book sale.  Please call or email Vicki right away to fill a position.  Helpers are allowed early-shopper privileges!  All purchases by early shoppers will be made before the doors are open to the general shoppers to alleviate any confusion during the actual sale.
Vicki Pope can be contacted via phone @ (please ask me...Ali for phone number)  as well as email at (you can ask me...Ali... for this too!  I want to be careful about who gets a hold of email addresses and phone numbers.)

PLEASE FORWARD THIS EMAIL TO AS MANY HOMESCHOOL FRIENDS YOU CAN THINK OF.  WE WANT LOTS OF SELLERS & BUYERS.  This sale did not make it into the OCEAN Newsletter so I am trying to make up for that by spreading the news electronically!

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Alyssa over at One Nation Under God blog is currently involved in a fund raising walk a thon to raise money for the Pregnancy Resource Centers in the greater Portland area.

Please visit her blog, and see what she has to say about it.  Maybe even leave a pledge! 

What a wonderful thing for her to be a part of.  Life of babies born and unborn need to be protected.  Way to go Alyssa!

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Oregon--Announcing Home Education Week!

Dear HSLDA Members and Friends:

The Oregon State Legislature does not have a regular legislative
session in 2008. However, HSLDA and OCEANetwork have not taken a break
from monitoring the legislature to ensure that the right to homeschool
and parental rights in general are secure for a future generation of
homeschool families.

In appreciation for the hard work and outstanding success of home
education families in Oregon, Governor Theodore Kulongosky issued a
proclamation last week to observe May 4-10, 2008 as Home Education
Week.

This proclamation would not have been possible without the hard work
of OCEANetwork.

Home Education Week is a wonderful recognition of homeschooling
families in Oregon as well as home education throughout the United
States. During this season, OCEANetwork invites all homeschool
families to observe Home Education Week. You could use this as an
excellent opportunity to educate the general public more about home
education.

HSLDA would like to take this occasion to congratulate Oregon
homeschoolers for all your efforts in teaching your children at home.
Over the years, Oregon families have struggled together to fight the
good fight in the legislatures and in their local communities. They
have pressed forward in good times and bad with a vision for providing
a quality education and instilling a strong moral character in their
children.

Your hard work has been recognized, and your voice has been heard!
Congratulations Oregon, and keep up the tremendous work and testimony.

The 14th Annual Oregon
Christian Home Education Conference
June 20 & 21, 2008
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon

Visit OCEANetwork at www.oceanetwork.org, and register!

A pupil is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher (Luke 6:40).

Psalm 127:3 states, “Behold, children are a gift from the Lord.” Children are a gift God has given us for a short season. As we gladly accept His gift of children, we also need to study the “owner's manual” He has written for raising them – the Word of God.

No specific verse in the Bible says, “Thou shalt homeschool.”However, many passages of Scripture require parents to disciple their children in the Lord. “Bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4). “Train up a child in the way he should go” (Proverbs 22:6). “Take to your heart all the words with which I am warning you today, which you shall command your sons to observe carefully, even all the words of this law. For it is not an idle word for you; indeed it is your life” (Deuteronomy 33:46 & 47). Parents can’t afford to ignore God’s instruction manual when raising their children.

But how do we disciple our children? How do we train them to be godly adults? Dr. Voddie Baucham, keynote speaker for the 14th annual Oregon Christian Home Education Conference, thinks Luke 6:40 contains an important warning as we consider how to disciple the next generation: “A pupil is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher.” How do we apply this verse to what we choose to teach, who we have teach our children and the importance of education?

The keynote message by Dr. Baucham, The Centrality of the Home in the Evangelism and Discipleship of the Next Generation, will equip conference attendees with an understanding of what the Bible has to say about discipling the next generation. Sessions by Dr. Baucham and others will teach families how to disciple their children in the Lord through home education.

Find a complete list of speakers, their topics and the schedule by using the navigation box on the right.

New date! New location! New schedule!

. . . the same vision and equipping.

This year the OCEANetwork board is combining the NW Curriculum Exhibition and the annual Oregon Christian Home Education Conference (usually held in August) into one grand event June 20 & 21 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland.

We’re keeping the same inspiration and equipping you have come to expect from the conference each year and adding to it the great exhibit hall and the Used Curriculum Exchange from the NW Curriculum Exhibition.  In addition, we’re holding the first State-wide Oregon Homeschool Graduate Recognition. And it will all be at the beautiful and spacious Oregon Convention Center.

Who is OCEANetwork?

OCEANetwork is a statewide, nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, encourage, protect and advance private Christian home education in Oregon. The eight families on the board of OCEANetwork volunteer their time to answer first-time questions, assist support group leaders, publish newsletters, lobby to defend home education freedom and organize an annual conference. OCEANetwork has been meeting the needs and protecting the rights of Oregon home educators since 1986.

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The Academy for Character Education (a charter school
supporting families teaching using the Classical Education model) is
sponsoring Jessie Wise on Saturday, May 17th, at the Church of Christ
in Cottage Grove, Oregon.

Jessie Wise & her daughter Susan Wise Bauer authored The Well Trained
Mind, A Guide to Classical Education at Home.

Mrs. Wise will be speaking on 3 separate subjects (teaching Language
Arts, Classical Education K-12, & Teaching Reading).

The cost is minimal --$5/person if you register ahead of time.

For more information please go to http://www.ACEClassicalEd.org

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May 3rd

Portland

	The Rebelution: Parent & Teen Conference
	The Rebelution conference challenges teens to "rebel against low expectations" and "do hard things" for the glory of God. The award-winning writers and speakers, Alex and Brett Harris, and their father, homeschool pioneer, Gregg Harris. http://www.TheRebelution.com

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Zoo Ambassadors- (AGES 10 and Up!) 

Zoo Ambassadors
Get involved and help the Oregon Zoo make a difference!

We have a fun volunteer opportunity this spring, a program we call Zoo Ambassadors! Zoo Ambassadors will be helping at the summer Dinosaur exhibit for one 4-hr shift per week from May through Labor Day 2008.

This opportunity can be a family volunteer experience.
This opportunity is short term, May - September.
This opportunity is one 4-hr shift a week.
This opportunity is a much-needed help for the Zoo.
This opportunity is fun.
This opportunity provides a chance to make a difference.
This opportunity has an age minimum of 10 years old with parent, 15 years old without parent.
Apply online!

Come to an orientation session and check it out!
Information orientation (choose only one):

Saturday
March 29
10 - 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday
April 15
6 - 7:30 p.m.

Friday
April 18
10 - 11:30 a.m.

Saturday
April 26
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Orientations are located in Volunteer Headquarters. Find a yellow sign on the perimeter of the Zoo - Gate C. Walk down the ramp and ring the doorbell on your right. Please RSVP for the date of your choice and leave your name, phone number, address, and email contact information.
Email: ZooAmbassadors@ oregonzoo. orgPhone: 503-226-1561 x5397
MORE INFORMATION: www.oregonzoo. org

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June 7th, 2008
 
LIGHT's 19th Annual
Christian Home Education Faire   
 

The Christian Home Education Faire (CHEF) is a great place to see many homeschool products, books, software and methods of educating. There will be both new & used curriculum available to purchase, as well as, vendor workshops and keynote speakers to attend.
New and prospective homeschoolers are welcome! Bring your family, ask questions and be encouraged!
DOORPRIZES!
This year LIGHT is again excited to hold a raffle for all faire attendees! The tickets will be drawn throughout the day. A final big drawing will follow the last keynote. A grand prize will be given away, as well as other items contributed by the faire vendors and area retailers. Winners must be present to win.  

 
We will have a snack counter open hosted by our local homeschool boy scouts and cub scouts. Beverages, goodies and sandwiches will be available.
You may bring your own lunch, if you desire.
 
We are at a new location this year! Santa Clara Church of Christ is a large and beautiful facility located near the Beltline and River Road area. We are looking forward to enjoying the grounds and wonderful ammenties there. 
 

                     PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR UP-TO-DATE INFO ON THE FAIRE!
                                              www.LIGHThomeschooling.org
 

FAIRE HOURS:  Saturday, June 7, 8:30AM to 3:00PM
LOCATION: 175 Santa Clara Ave. Eugene, OR
ADMISSION: $5 per family
 
 
 

DIRECTIONS TO CHEF:
To arrive at our new location, Santa Clara Church Of Christ, from I-5 north or south:  Take the off ramp to Beltline Hwy westbound, into Eugene.  There is road construction going on here so be sure to check for changes in signs. After traveling about 4.5 miles, take the River Road exit and turn right. Proceed north two blocks and turn left. Santa Clara Church Of Christ is approximately one block length ahead.

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*Homeschool Conference Registration Postmark Deadline Extended until
March 19th*

**By popular demand we have extended the registration deadline for the
Homeschool Conference "The World is My Classroom" until March 19th. *To
register after postmark date, send e-mail to ohen.registrar@ yahoo.com
ohen.registrar@ yahoo.com> for more information. *

*Registration forms are available online at www.*ohen*.org/ conference
<http://www.ohen. org/conference>. The Oregon Home Education Network's
10th Homeschool Conference will be held *Friday, March 28 and Saturday,
March 29 at 5150 SW Watson Avenue, Beaverton.**

Hundreds of homeschoolers from the Northwest will gather to share ideas
and be inspired by speakers, panels and vendors, and participate in
hands-on activities for parents and children.

Highlights of the 2008 conference include four nationally known
homeschooling experts including keynote speaker* Mary Griffith*, author
of many classic homeschooling texts including her latest, _Viral
Learning: Reflections on Homeschooling Life_. Other leading speakers
include *Ellen Currey-Wilson* author of _The Big Turnoff: Confessions of
a TV Addicted Mom Trying to Raise a TV- Free Kid_, *Scott Noelle* author
of _The Daily Groove_, an online newsletter written for /leading edge/
parents and *LauraMaery Gold* author of many books including _Homeschool
Your Child for Free_.

This year's conference is the biggest and best ever with a vast array
of discussion panels, workshops, and vendors for the entire spectrum of
homeschoolers; from those who are just curious about homeschooling to
seasoned homeschooling veterans. Here are a few of the many adult
workshops: Homeschooling for the Absolute Beginner, Why Some Children
Struggle with Writing, Homeschooling Teen panel, The Path from
Homeschooling to College, and Homeschool for Free.

There is also a plethora of fun learning opportunities for kids
including: *Reptile Man, Drama Games, Mad Science, Pioneer Living,
Comedy Sportz, an Entrepreneurial Fair, and more.* Children will have
fun all day!

The event kicks off on Friday, 6:00 p.m. March 28 with an opportunity
to meet State Legislators, have fun at a FREE family dance, visit the
Fabulous Entrepreneurial Fair, attend FREE 45-minute Vendor workshops
featuring: Tami Orr, Village Home, Scott Noelle, Japanese Abacus, Mad
Science, Destination Imagination and more. Dozens of Vendors will be
set up throughout the weekend. On Saturday, March 29 there are dozens of
sessions for adults and children. For more information visit
www.OHEN.org <http://www.OHEN. org/>.

OHEN is an inclusive, statewide, nonprofit organization dedicated to
supporting all of Oregon's homeschooling families.

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