MCESA is committed to consistently providing resources, leadership and support for the educational needs of all homeschooling families.
 What do clownfish, parrotfish and sea slugs have in common? Sea slime, of course!
In the May homeschool session, learn about the fascinating world of sea slime, which creatures use it, and why it is important. students will make their own slime to take home. *Upon arrival please be prepared to show your homeschool reporting form, co-op membership card, "letter of intent to homeschool" or other homeschool documentation.
Questions? Please call 480-478-7600
https://www.visitsealife.com/arizona/homeschool/
Only $6 per person!
Plus tax. A savings of up to $12 on adult tickets!
When booking tickets, select the desired time of your lesson, which will last about 30 minutes. Your ticket is valid for all-day admission!
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 SEA LIFE Arizona Annual Pass
Save 50% for a limited time!
Now through May 31, SEA LIFE Annual Passes are just $22.50
The SEA LIFE Arizona Annual Pass gives you:
-Unlimited entry to SEA LIFE Arizona for 12 months
-Express entry through fast-track line
-E-newsletters throughout the year
-15% off in the Gift Shop
-Special events onsite for pass holders
Sea Life Annual Pass
Website: https://www.visitsealife.com/arizona/buy-tickets/
 Homeschool Classes
Arizona Science Center offers a variety of homeschool opportunities for students from September through May. Homeschool classes are held onsite at Arizona Science Center and offsite at Usery Mountain Park.
For more information, please contact:
Mary Campbell - Senior Educator Coordinator
602-716-2000 Ext. 229
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Homeschool Explorer Program
Classes suggested for ages 6 to 10 years of age.
For iinformation on times visit: http://azscience.org/pdf_assets/explorer.pdf
SOAP FILM AND BUBBLES - Bubbles aren’t just for parties. Come and explore bubbles in a variety of ways. Leave with a host of activity ideas to use all summer long.
SOLAR STUDIES - Study the power of the sun as you explore solar cars, test sun screens using solar beads and create solar pictures. Summer sun looks like fun.
RATTLESNAKES - THEY'RE BACK - If you missed out on this last year or you just had so much fun and you want to repeat it, sign up now. Join us in learning about rattlesnakes, why they are called pit vipers and dissect a real rattlesnake. Extra charge of $30 per participant. $10 for each additional child of the same family.
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May 26–27, 2015 Morning classes only
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Homeschool Tween Program
Classes suggested for ages 11 and up
For information on times visit: http://azscience.org/pdf_assets/tweens.pdf
Natural Disasters and Building Design - Learn about hurricanes, tornados and tsunamis and how scientists measure their strength. Based on what you learn, build a miniature house and see if it holds up against a tsunami.
- May 6th and 7th, 2015 Morning and Afternoon classes ( this is a two day class. You must attend both days)
DIAMONDBACKS AND SWIDEWINDERS - no we are not talking about baseball. These guys are venomous! Join us in learning about rattlesnakes, how their venom works and dissect a real rattlesnake.
- May 26th and 27th, 2015 Morning classes
 We have so much planned for each week of Camp at the Children's Museum, and the list of fun and educational activities just keeps growing! Camps will include:
- Special Presenters
- Theme-related reading and literature
- Nutrition awareness exercises
- Free Play in the exhibits and exhibit challenges
- Art lessons in the Art Studio
- A Talent Show
- An award ceremony at the end of the program
- Tons of theme-based activities
 Ready, Set, Road-Trip!
June 8-12 and July 6-10, 2015
Journey with us as we use all of our senses to explore the wonders of the USA. Campers will experience the unique settings of the American landscape using all five senses and discover new foods, facts and traditions. Sample activities will include: a miniature State Expo, License Plate Crafts, Transportation Exploration and more!
Schedule:
8:00am-9:00am: Early Drop-Off*
9:00am-4:00pm: Camp Program
4:00pm-5:30pm: Late Pick-Up*
*Early drop-off and late pick-up are an additional $20 per day or $80 per week
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 Element Explorers
June 22-26 and July 20-24, 2015
Join the Element Explorers as we discover the wonders of water, facts about fire, anything air and everything earth! Campers will explore the scientific concepts of sinking and floating, discover the properties of air, and will participate in a variety of other elemental activities. Sample activities: Sink or Float? Parachutes, Gardening, Fire-Safety Crafts and more!
Schedule:
8:00am-9:00am: Early Drop-Off*
9:00am-4:00pm: Camp Program
4:00pm-5:30pm: Late Pick-Up*
*Early drop-off and late pick-up are an additional $20 per day or $80 per week
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 Superhero Adventures
June 29-July 3 and July 27-31, 2015
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... Superman? Did you know that Superman's birthday is in the summer? To celebrate, we are taking the week to discover the everyday heroes among us. Join us as we make superhero capes, recognize our real-life heroes and explore our own heroic talents through role-play, risk taking and teamwork. Each day, campers will work towards earning a superhero badge that will be presented on the last day of camp. Sample activities: Recognizing real-life heros, Birthday Surprise for Superman, Comic Book Creation and more!
Schedule:
8:00am-9:00am: Early Drop-Off*
9:00am-4:00pm: Camp Program
4:00pm-5:30pm: Late Pick-Up*
*Early drop-off and late pick-up are an additional $20 per day or $80 per week
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 32nd Annual Arizona
Home Education Convention
Make plans to join us for AFHE’s 32nd annual Arizona Home Education Convention ... the largest gathering of homeschoolers in Arizona!
Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11, 2015
Phoenix Convention Center, South Building
33 S. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Registration Information: AFHE members have the opportunity to pre-register for the convention at a discounted admission rate. Current AFHE membership is required to participate in the early registration discount. Registration is now open.
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  This is a great opportunity for those new to homeschooling or those considering homeschooling. If you know someone who is thinking about homeschooling or is new to homeschooling, please share this opportunity with them. We'd love to have them join us! We will present three sessions designed specifically for those who are considering educating their children at home:
GETTING STARTED - Linda Crosby
We’ll cover foundational things you need to know as you embark upon this journey of home education from basic supplies to have on hand to what’s required by Arizona law and how to file your affidavit. We’ll also cover ideas for lesson planning, creating a schedule that works for your family, the benefits of joining a local homeschool group, and how to balance extracurricular activities.
CURRICULUM APPROACHES - Lisa Kilroy
Homeschooling jargon can be confusing even for seasoned homeschool parents. In this session, Lisa will give an overview of many of the most common curriculum approaches including textbook, unit studies, classical, Charlotte Mason/living books, eclectic, and relaxed/life of learning. She will also go over examples of curriculum and resources that tend to work best with each approach.
HOMESCHOOL MYTH BUSTERS - Heather Haupt
How many times have you heard (or stated), “I can’t homeschool because ...< I’m not patient enough, I’m not smart enough, I'm not organized enough, etc.>" Perhaps you wonder about socialization or whether there will be gaps in your child's education if you homeschool. This workshop will tackle these common myths and shed light on how to overcome them. Let’s separate fact from fiction, discard what is untrue, and turn potential weaknesses into strengths!
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June Testing for 3rd-12th Grade
3rd-8th grade: June 9th and 10th OR 11th and 12th
High school: June 9th and 10th ONLY.
Want to sign up for June Iowa testing? Fill our registration form and mail it in to
1117 E. Devonshire Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85014
Registration forms postmarked after the 15th of May will be subject to a $10
late fee per family. For more information about testing call us at (602) 277-3497 or email us at testing@chsrc.org |
 Workshops
Chemistry Lab Workshop
$40/session or 160 for all
4 sessions – Saturdays from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
October 10th, January 9th, April 8th, May 21st
Limited to 10 students – please preregister to reserve your spot.
Donna Hamilton, Instructor
More Information
Basics of Photography Workshop
12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
6th grades skills to high school
10 week session on Thursdays
September 17th – November 19th
$125 for all 10 weeks
More Information
Biology Microscope Lab Workshop
$40/session – $80 for both
2 sessions – Friday, October 23rd and Friday, April 8th – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Limited to 20 students – please preregister to reserve your spot
Karen Borg, Instructor
More Information
BOOK SALE
 May AOP Sale: 15% off all Alpha Omega Publications all month long.
June 9th-13th: 20% off used 10% off new (excluding BJU)
July 7th-9th: 50% off used 10% off new.
August 13th-15th: 40% off used 10% off new.
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 Whether it's for a reward, end of year celebration, or educational experience, Wet'n'Wild Phoenix provides the perfect adventure for your students and family members. A fun day in the Arizona sun is the perfect outdoor classroom or playground every summer, whether you choose to take a break from the classroom or take your lesson plan on the road. Homeschool Day is a program where homeschoolers and their families can observe the mechanics of thrill rides and water slides. Parents are welcome to create a corresponding lesson plan for their students or download the Activity Trail for some water park math and science. Over 30 exhilarating slides and attractions await you for an unforgettable day of memories.
WHEN: Friday August 7, 2015 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
WHERE: 4243. W. Pinnacle Peak Rd Glendale, 85310
COST: $19.99 per person plus tax
CONTACT: Wet 'N Wild Phoenix Group Sales 623.760.9535
WEBSITE: www.wetnwildphoenix.com/events/home-school
 Students age 10 and older will learn how to problem solve and work with others in addition to building and competing with a robot. We offer a full 18 hours of instruction and immersion on STEM topics in addition to public speaking, business management, and teamwork that will change a student's life! With small student-to-instructor ratios, our program is developed and supervised by an award-winning coach who cares deeply about challenging students to be greater than average and do hard things as they pursue knowledge through fun! Other camp staff include trained students from Cave Creek Robotics and R4Robotics, two of the nation's top high school robotics teams. Working with their teammates, participants will utilize the Engineering Design Process as they build a robot to participate in a competition. Students will work in a team environment, write an engineering manual, learn basic tool skills and be exposed to a variety of important engineering technologies. The camp is modeled after the B.E.S.T. Robotics program, a nationwide program that challenges teams to build a robot out of everyday objects (i.e. plywood, PVC, bicycle inner tube, etc.) and compete with their robot against other teams.
WHEN: June 9-11, 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
WHERE: Light of the Desert Lutheran Church, 33175 N. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek
COST: $180.00
CONTACT: Cynthia Macluskie, cynthia.marksmom@cox.net
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 Session I: Monday, June 1 – Friday, June 5
Session II: Monday, June 15 – Friday, June 19 (repeat program)
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. daily
Offered in partnership with the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Institute of Sustainability, this week-long program provides campers ages 8-12 with the opportunity to learn how people of the past utilized their resources, and how their actions impact the present and possibly the future.
Focusing on connecting the past to the present and learning to incorporate sustainable practices in their everyday lives, campers will participate in educational and hands-on activities drawn from subjects including archaeology, desert ecology and Southwest cultures. They will also participate in archaeological fieldwork and demonstrations, art and science projects, nature hikes and cultural experiences.
ASU anthropologists and sustainability educators teach the program with local artists and indigenous experts, using the 47-acre preserve as a backdrop.
Cost: $140 for members; $180 general
To register, please complete and return the Registration Form and Participant Release + Waiver with payment.
A limited number of scholarships are available.
For more information on the Archaeology + Desert Ecology Summer Camp, contact Libby Gerold by email or at 623-582-8007.
 Mondays and Tuesdays:
May 25, 2015
May 26 2015
Our flexibly structured Homeschool Days are designed for families to learn together while exploring Butterfly Wonderland's exhibits without the crowds of school field trips.
While Butterfly Wonderland will be open to the general public, no classroom-based school trips will be booked during these days. As a home school group, a minimum of 10 people is needed to receive special discounted admission. Cost is $8 per student and $12 per adult. One point person must pay at ticket window on day of tour for group.
Tours last 1.5 to 2 hours and can be scheduled at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. or 3 p.m. Tour is not confirmed until form is received and you receive email confirmation.
For more information, contact our Education Department at (480) 800-3000, ext. 206.
or http://www.butterflywonderland.com/education-home-school-days.html
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Home School Monday
Homeschooled students can join one another at our Nature Center to learn about native wildlife with hands-ons activities and projects, and up-close encounters with some of our sanctuary animals.
- Homeschool classes are offered the first Monday of each month from 10am-noon for children ages 5-14 years. Class will be divided into two groups based on age.
- Younger siblings are welcome to attend with parental supervision.
- Parent participation is encouraged.
Class donation: $25/child
- $20/each additional sibling
- Prepaid reservations required
For more information, please call the Education Department at (480) 471-3621 or email education@southwestwildlife.org.
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 Grillin’ With Dad Plate
- Thursday, May 21
- 10am-Noon
- Homeschoolers
- $12.00
In this Home School Social you can make a gift for dad and learn some new techniques. You will learn sponge techniques and pencil dot techniques. We will give you an easy to follow lesson plan and you can create a Grillin’ plate for Dad! Make it with a handprint as shown or fill it in with paint – it’s up to you!
Visit website for locations and more information:
http://www.asyouwishpottery.com/product/0521-grillin-with-dad-plate/
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 Enjoy a night under the stars or a special tour in our giant indoor planetarium. Learn star names, see the constellations, and listen to stories of the night sky. View the moon, planets, star clusters, nebula, galaxies and more through our telescopes. We encourage you to bring your digital camera and binoculars to enjoy the views from these great locations. The stargazing programs are outdoor events, dress appropriately and bring chairs or blankets for your seating comfort.
NOTE: All Stargazing Programs start at 7:30pm - Unless otherwise noted. Time and Dates are subject to change - ALL programs should be confirmed by calling the appropriate location.
Challenger Space Center
Stargazing Programs
When: Saturday May 23, 2015
Saturday July 25, 2015
For more informaiton, website: www.StargazingForEveryone.com
 
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