Art Showcase Christmas Celebration

You are invited to the
Art Showcase Christmas Celebration!

Please plan to stop by the Art Room (Beautyberry) and celebrate the extraordinary artists we have at E.E.

Come any time during the hours below to see the Art Show!

• Monday Dec. 11, 9:00 - 4:30
• Tuesday Dec 12, 10:00  - 3:00
• Wednesday Dec 13, 9:00 - 4:30
• Thursday Dec 14 10:00 - 4:30

Art Class Party!!

Art class students will also be having an Art Christmas Party during their class period! We will be Creating, Playing, and Celebrating all things Creative in honor of our King Jesus Birthday!

Who is this for: Students currently enrolled and those interested in enrolling, in Art Class with Linda Marie

When is it: During your child's regular class time

How you can help: Please send along a holiday treat for your Artist to share with their class.

If you have any questions please email Linda Marie at Drawcreation3@gmail.com

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Extraordinary Education Center
9522 Carraway Lane
Magnolia, TX 77354
www.extraed.org

PSIA Contest - Deadline DECEMBER 15

-----PLEASE SHARE WITH OTHER HOMESCHOOL GROUPS!----

With 19 contest categories covering a wide range of disciplines, PSIA is an exciting opportunity for students to engage in academic competition with their peers throughout the state of Texas. PSIA contests span all levels from Grade 1 to Grade 8 —and PSIA is open to homeschoolers, too!

PSIA programs are designed to support the basic academic curriculum. Contest preparation is easily implemented into daily studies, and participation in academic meets serves to enrich skills. PSIA academic contests are designed to motivate students to find new excitement in learning, achieve a higher mastery level, and receive recognition and awards for academic excellence. Several local homeschoolers have even won scholarships through their involvement with PSIA!

Extraordinary Education has sponsored a group membership for many years, but without a volunteer coordinator we are unable to sponsor a team this year. This does not mean that your child cannot participate in PSIA! PSIA also allows INDIVIDUAL HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES to register and participate just like a small private school. Students who do well at the District level may go on to the State tournament. It is time to register your family if you plan to participate in PSIA contests next spring. THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER WITH THE STATE PSIA OFFICE IS DECEMBER 15TH!

Please check out the contest descriptions on the PSIA website at www.psiaacademics.org then register your family ASAP if your student is interested in participating. Registration tips are included below the contest descriptions.

NOTE: PSIA rules allow students to compete up to two grade levels above their current grade level but they can never compete below level. Also, a homeschooled student’s grade placement is determined according to their age on September 1st (the grade they would be in public school.) It can benefit an advanced student to compete with their age-mates in academic contests.

PSIA EVENTS OFFERED

LANGUAGE ARTS:

• Creative Writing (Grades 1-2)  
  Using a prompt of several pictures, students have 30 minutes to create an original story based on the pictures.
• Ready Writing (Grades 3-8)  
  Students are given a choice between two prompts. Each prompt defines the audience and provides or implies the purpose for writing. Time limits vary by grade level.
• Spelling (Grades 2-8)  
  As spelling words are pronounced contestants may either write or print each word. Test words come from the current PSIA Spelling List (80%) and from outside sources (20%).
• Dictionary Skills (Grades 4-8)  
  Students use all elements of the dictionary as they learn practical techniques for extracting and applying resource information.
• Vocabulary (Grades 5-8)  
  SAT preparation skills, including word usage, reading comprehension, and analogies, are honed through this challenging multiple choice, 30-minute contest.
• Listening Skills (Grades 4-8)  
  Contestants may take notes as they listen to the contest script on CD, and then use these notes as they answer objective test questions in 10 minutes.

MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE:

• Mathematics (Grades 2-8)  
  In a multiple choice 30-minute math test students are challenged beyond their grade levels in a variety of general math questions including algebraic equations.
• Number Sense (Grades 4-8)  
  Contestants find high-speed solutions to math problems in this exciting and challenging 10-minute contest in mental mathematics.
• Calculator Applications (Grades 6-8)  
  This 30-minute contest develops mathematical reasoning and knowledge and requires application of problem solving skills toward realistic problems.
• Maps, Graphs & Charts (Grades 4-8)  
  Students are challenged to obtain information from visual sources. Tests include maps, graphs & charts needed to answer multiple choice questions derived from the 2003 or newer editions of the Nystrom Desk Atlas.
• Science (Grades 6-8)  
  Earth, Life and Physical Science information are tested in this 30-minute, multiple choice contest, which usually consists of 50 test questions.

FINE ARTS:

• Music Memory (Grades 3-8)  
  Students identify composers and selections from some of the world’s best known classics. Contestants write answers as they hear 15-second segments of the music and also take a 20-item test over information found in the current PSIA Music Memory Student Handbook.
• Art Memory (Grades 4-5)  
  Students are challenged to identify the artist and the work and answer questions about the art and the artists found in the current Art Smart Bulletin (paintings are from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D. C. and museum in Texas.)
• On-Site Drawing (Grades 6-8)  
  Using a display still life model consisting of from 4 to 7 objects, contestants produce a rendering on regular drawing paper using any drawing media. Contestants have 45 minutes at the contest site to produce their work of art.

SPEECH EVENTS:

• Storytelling (Grades 1-3)  
  Contestants hear a story that they retell before an audience. Contestants will have approximately 6 minutes to retell the story in their own words.
• Poetry Interpretation (Grades 4-8)  
  Students select, prepare and read a literary prose selection, with introduction, within a six-minute time limit.
• Impromptu Speaking (Grades 6-8)  
  Students are challenged to organize their thoughts on a topic for three minutes, then speak for five or fewer minutes without notes.
• Modern Oratory (Grades 6-8)  
  A challenge in writing and speaking, students prepare a short speech to examine the pros and cons of an issue (choice of 5) and defend their points of view. Contestants take a convincing stand on only one side of the issue.

For more details and rules about specific contests and events, please refer to the PSIA website links above.

Registration Information:

• Visit the PSIA website for contest details. http://www.psiaacademics.org/
• Visit the Membership page and download the membership form. http://www.psiaacademics.org/info/how-to-join/
• Select a District in which to compete. EE usually competes in 10A or 12AA. Keep in mind that the "A" schools are smaller than "AA" schools, so the competition is different. This year, both contests are scheduled for the same day.

  District 10 A
  Saturday, March 24, 2018
  DISTRICT HOST SITE: San Jacinto College
  DISTRICT DIRECTOR: Laura Yarborough – Holy Trinity Episcopal School, Houston
  District 12AA
  Saturday, March 24, 2018
  District Meet Location: Trinity Lutheran School, Spring
  District Director: Kristen Musgrove – Trinity Lutheran School, Spring

• Send in your Membership Form by 12/15/2017.
• Select your events and start training! You will need to select some events on your membership form, but you have until JANUARY 15th to add or change events.
• Note that students may only compete in non-conflicting events. There are special rules for double-entry that only apply to specific events. Please refer to the PSIA Conflict Pattern Schedule (found on the PSIA website) for more information.  
  http://www.psiaacademics.org/forms/18-conflict-pattern/
• Please also note that families who participate are expected to fill judge/grader slots on the day of the contest.
  You will be required to provide one volunteer judge or grader for every 2.25 entries. Your family should plan to fill one slot for each 2.25 contests in which your own students compete. Volunteer slots may be filled by either or both parents, another family member, friend, neighbor or even a high school or college student.

Contest Preparation:

• EE has many contest study materials available for those who would like help preparing. Study materials may not leave the EE campus, but parents are welcome to make copies for a small copy fee. We have invested many dollars in purchasing prior years' tests and other materials. We are thrilled to share them with homeschool contestants!
• Parents will need to MAKE AN APPOINTMENT if they would like to view or make copies of PSIA materials.
• Please send an email to admin@extraed.org if you would like to view study materials or you would like help preparing for the contest! Mrs. Eaton is very happy to help families with PSIA! Her sons enjoyed PSIA when they were younger and competed in nearly every event at some point. They have won numerous awards through PSIA and Michael even won a PSIA Scholarship!

Calligraphy & Christmas Cards 12/8

Learn Calligraphy, Make Christmas Cards, and share the holiday spirit!

When: Friday, December 8, 2018  from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Where: EE Campus, Passion Vine Room

What: Participants will learn and practice one or two alphabet styles (there are many!), then design, stamp, emboss, letter, etc. handmade Christmas cards to save or share with friends and family! 

Who: This workshop is best for those with the patience to sit still for awhile and practice their lettering, so I will take ages 11 - adult in the class, but please consider your child's ability to focus before you enroll them!  You do not have to attend EE to join us in this workshop.  Thank you!

How (to Register): Please register for this workshop by emailing me (Renee Campbell) at rcampbell@extraed.org AND by sending $40.00 cash or a check (made out to me, please) via your child or the House Mom (who will put it in my teacher box).   The workshop is THIS Friday, so please respond ASAP if you'd like to reserve a spot as space is limited!  (I'm sorry for the late notice, but a portion of a day just opened up in my schedule thus allowing me time to teach this workshop.)

Cost:  $40.00 per participant includes all supplies, snacks, and drinks.  Please bring a sack lunch (and a sweater because the temperature fluctuates in this room).  Also, if you have your own calligraphy pens and/or special card making supplies you are welcome to bring them if you would like to.

I'm looking forward to a fun Friday with you all!

Renee Campbell (teacher)

DUAL CREDIT @ EE - SPRING 2018

Extraordinary Education will again be offering dual credit classes at the EE campus for the Spring semester. For those who are new to the EE dual credit program, please plan to attend our Dual Credit Orientation next TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12th at 7:00pm.
PLEASE RSVP FOR THE DUAL CREDIT ORIENTATION MEETING AT THE LINK BELOW:
https://www.universe.com/events/ee-dual-credit-orientation-tickets-NH24TJ
NOTE: Returning dual credit students are not required to attend a meeting. Please follow the same registration process as last semester. The steps are included at the bottom of this message as a reminder.
Please contact the Dual Credit coordinator, Elise Eaton, with any questions. eeaton@extraed.org

The following classes will be offered for the Spring 2018 semester:

ENGL 1023 - ENGLISH COMPOSITION II (LeTourneau University)
Tues/Thurs 10:30-12:00
Instructor: Katherine Williams
A study of argumentation/logic and writing for the professions with an emphasis on using the personal computer to plan, draft, and revise written projects. Each student is required to write a fully documented research paper and give oral presentations in class.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 1013/1301 with a grade of C or better. (Prior course can be from Lone Star, LetU or any other college.)
NOTE: Registration with LetU for this class needs to be completed by FRIDAY 12/15.

MATH 1342 - STATISTICS (Lone Star College)
Mon/Wed 9:00-10:30
Instructor: Ricky Johnson
Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended.
Prerequisites: Placement by testing. OR completion of MATH 0309 or MATH 0308.

BIOL 1406 - BIOLOGY 1 FOR SCIENCE MAJORS (Lone Star College)
Mon/Wed 5:00-7:50 (Lecture + Lab)
Instructor: Ricky Johnson
A contemporary course including applications of the scientific method, cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, classical and human genetics, virology and mechanisms of evolution.
Prerequisites: Placement by testing. OR completion with a 'C' or better in ENGL 0305 or ENGL 0365 and ENGL 0307 or ENGL 0375; or ENGL 0309; or ENGL 1301 with a 'D' or better. Completion of MATH 0308 with a 'C' or better.

SURVIVING COLLEGE WITH YOUR FAITH INTACT
Tue/Thu 9:30-10:30
Instructor: Ted Cox
Seventy percent of students leave the Christian faith as they enter college.  This is a scary statistic.  It is one we can begin to reverse if we properly equip our kids to be prepared for the all-out assault on their faith they will encounter at college.  This class will be broken into three sections: 1) Core Christian Beliefs, 2) an Overview of Major Religions that they will encounter and 3) Competing Worldviews they will likely hear from professors and administrators.  
In addition, the class will teach the students how to do good research and produce well-sourced papers.  These strategies will be critical to their academic success.  Upon completion of the class, the student will receive a writing/composition credit along with a Bible or Theology credit.  This will be an engaging and challenging class that will properly equip our kids to have full confidence in the Christian faith and be resistant to all of the competing 'philosophies' that they will encounter.  They will be able to defend their faith in a respectful and winsome manner.  More details can be found on www.tedcox.com/survive
Note: Although "Surviving College" is not a dual credit class, the course is geared to students who are taking college classes and those getting ready to go off to college. It is taught by a college professor.

BASIC REGISTRATION STEPS FOR DUAL CREDIT @ EE

• Complete the ONLINE APPLICATION for the COLLEGE through which your class is being offered.
  • English 1023 - LETOURNEAU UNIVERSITY
    LetU Application link: http://www.letu.edu/opencms/opencms/_Admissions/dualcredit/
  • Statistics - LONE STAR COLLEGE
  • Biology I for Science Majors - LONE STAR COLLEGE
    Lone Star Application link: http://www.lonestar.edu/admissions-application.htm
• Complete Placement Testing if required. (Lone Star classes only. See instructor for details.)
• Turn in the following PAPERWORK to Elise Eaton to be sent to the college:
  • Class selection form
  • FERPA form
  • Current transcript
• Complete the ONLINE MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FOR EXTRAORDINARY EDUCATION
• Complete CLASSJUGGLER ENROLLMENT for Extraordinary Education.
• Meet with the EE Registrar to finalize class enrollment, turn in EE paperwork, pay of EE fees, etc.
• Pay the COLLEGE fees to the appropriate college.
• You should receive a bill from the college once your student's registration has been fully processed.

"Taking dual credit courses at EE allows for a smaller, more comfortable environment for learning. EE dual credit classes have professors who incorporate Biblical principles into their daily lessons. The smaller classes allow for a one-on-one connection to the professor and allows for more open discussion of ideas. "

EE Dual Credit Student

Chili Cook Off Winners!

We are excited to announce the winners of the Chili-Cook Off contest!! 

Congratulations to The Chili-ettes for the Best Overall Chili! Hats off to Mandi & the Dodo Bird for the Most Original Chili.  Awesome job to Batman Bang Chili for winning the Hottest Chili. Great job Red Hot Chili for winning the Student’s Favorite Chili. The Award Ceremony will be next week during Chapel announcements!

A big thank you to everyone who participated and we look forward to seeing you in our other events! Here are more exciting activities to look forward to in the month of December:

• December 1^st Friday “Movie Night”

• December 7^th Thursday “Christmas Hangout Night”

• December 15^th Friday “Santa’s Workshop”

Keep your eyes open for fliers being sent out next week!

Have a great weekend,

Mr. Santos & Mr. Moore

JR & SR High School Hangout Night

When is it? Thursday, October 26^th from 5pm to 8pm
Who is it for? Students age 11+
How much does it cost? $10 per Student
What will we do? We will have dinner, a meeting to vote in Student Government Association leaders, play games like flag football and gaga ball, and enjoy a camp fire.

PLEASE RSVP BY WEDNESDAY 10/25/17 so we will have enough food!

Student Name: ______________________________

Student Age: _____________________________

Parent Phone #: ___________________________

*** Please turn in Form and payment by Wednesday, October 25^th to the House Manager ***

Parents, please note that pick up starts at 7:45pm. Please be prompt for pick up time.

Check us out at @ExtraEdSocial on Twitter! #EEHangout

Children’s Author Event

EE families and friends are invited to a special children's book reading and signing event with author J. D. Parson's on Saturday, October 21st at 4:00pm at the Renewal Center, 416 W. Main St., Tomball, TX 77375.

EE Scholarship Fund

If you would like to help fellow homeschool families in a direct way, please consider making a donation to the EE Scholarship Fund. Money will be used to help pay tuition and supply fees for families who suffered loss through the storm. All donations made to EE are tax deductible.

Please go to the link below to make a donation online:

https://www.aplos.com/aws/give/extraedattnet/scholarshipfund

You can also make a donation via check or cash by mail or in person at the EE campus. 9522 Carraway, Magnolia, TX 77354.

If your family was affected by the storm and you would like to apply to receive a scholarship, please let the EE office know by sending a message to office@extraed.org .

EE Update

Many have asked about how the EE campus fared during the floods. Thankfully, the Lord spared us, and we did not get any storm water in the buildings. We do still have other construction and repairs to complete from the plumbing leaks that happened the week before school started. We are hopeful that situation can be repaired quickly so that our contractors can move on to help Harvey victims.

We know of at least two teachers who got water in their homes. We do not have any information about other affected families, but we have received have MANY offers of help from our families. If your family was affected, please let us know! You can send a message to office@extraed.org . We have many people who very much want to help wherever it is needed.

We are praying for all who are affected. God bless Houston!

Classes cancelled through September 4th

This is just a reminder that we have decided to cancel classes for the remainder of the week. We will return on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th.

If your family has been affected by the flooding or has needs that our EE families can help fill, please send a message to office@extraed.org. Other EE families are eager to help!

Please note that enrolled families should have received a notification about class cancelations via email and text message. If you did not receive a message, please check your spam folder and update your email settings to allow messages from our mailing system. Please also remember to update your text notification settings. All of the instructions are included in your Parent Orientation course.

Some of your child's teachers may send home assignments to be completed this week. If you have the means to do so, this might help keep your kids occupied. :-) Be looking for those emails separately.

Stay safe and dry, and let us know of any needs we can help with!

Elise Eaton

Classes canceled 8/28

Due to rain and flooding, classes have been canceled for Monday, 8/28/2017. We are watching the weather and will make decisions for the remainder of the week on a day by day basis.

Please be sure you have your text messaging options set up in your ClassJuggler account so you can receive last minute updates quickly.

We are praying everyone stays safe and dry!

Greece Trip June 2018–Info Meeting Aug 22

WE HAVE GREAT NEWS!!!  WE WILL NOW BE TRAVELING TO GREECE “IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF PAUL” FROM JUNE 20-30, 2018, and you're all invited to join us!!!  

An  informational meeting for our trip to Greece/Turkey will be held on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 5:00 PM* in the Passion Vine room on the Extraordinary Education campus. In order to get $200 off of the trip cost and be guaranteed  $600 off of the airfare and a spot on the tour, you must enroll with Renee Campbell no later than November 25th, so if you can't come to this meeting, but want to travel with us, please see the note at the end of this email for additional information.

*Free backpacks are available for those who attend the meeting on Tuesday!

This eleven day trip will take you to the famous sites of Ancient Greece (Athens, Delphi, Thermopylae, etc.), includes travel on a cruise ship in the Aegean Sea  that stops at three different islands (one per day), then pops on over to Turkey for a little visit, and explores the cities and towns related to the Apostle Paul's journey to spread Christianity (like Corinth, Philippi, Thessaloniki, etc.), all while making memories that will truly last a lifetime!

I've chosen a new travel company for this trip (same  basic costs but better meals  -- with three entree choices for dinner, better hotels, they carry your luggage to and from your room for you, headsets for all, and more) and with that comes the ability for families to travel together, no matter the age of the children (although I still wouldn't recommend these types of trips for any child under the age of ten.)  All adults ages 18 and up are welcome to travel with us with no restrictions; teens aged 16 & 17 can travel without their own parent if they have a "surrogate/chaperone" parent (which, with permission, could be me or another adult) traveling with them.

I look forward to seeing you at the meeting, answering questions in person or via email, and sharing a fabulous traveling experience with you all!

Renee Campbell

PS  If you can't make it to the meeting but are curious about the trip

"Traveling in the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle"

then please click on the link below to watch a 35 minute webinar  that contains an overview of the trip and most of the details you will need to get started.  Please email Renee Campbell at rcampbell@extraed.org with additional questions or to enroll on the trip.

Below you will find the link for the "Greece: In the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle" trip.

Once you click on the link and sign in the webinar will begin playing and you can pause at any time and restart. (The opening page says it's 55 minutes long, but it's only 35 minutes!)

http://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1400003/50FC7C40BF1BE4198A0601803A7E48D5

EE Meet the Teachers, Registration Deadline

If you have been thinking about enrolling for our fall classes, time is almost up! Registration deadline is this Friday. Classes start Monday August 21st!

MEET THE TEACHERS NIGHT
Tuesday, August 15th
6:00-9:00pm

Come out and meet the teachers, learn about their classes and curriculum and decide if you want to register.

If you also plan to attend the New Family Overview Meeting below, please come meet teachers from 6:00-7:00. These events are on the same night.

NEW FAMILY OVERVIEW
Tuesday, August 15th
7:00-8:30pm

This meeting is required for ALL NEW FAMILIES. Learn about how EE works and how to get enrolled.  RSVP now. http://www.extraed.net/new_family_information

Please note: Any other events taking place this week on the EE campus are for families who have already attended a New Family Overview Meeting and who are already registered.

Upcoming Info Meetings & Dual Credit Meetings

New Family Information Meetings
July 25th @ 7:00-8:30pm
August 15th @ 7:00-8:30pm
RSVP NOW:
https://www.universe.com/events/ee-new-family-overview-meeting-tickets-F8BGJC

You are invited to join us for our final EE New Family Information Meetings before the start of the 2017 school year. These presentations are hosted by the Director and attendance is required for all new families interested in joining our program. Question & Answer will follow the meeting. Please RSVP here. https://www.universe.com/events/ee-new-family-overview-meeting-tickets-F8BGJC

Note: Please plan for a minimum of 90 minutes for the meeting. This meeting is best suited to parents and teen students. Younger children will likely become bored.

Location: EE Campus, Annex (T-Buildings)
9522 Carraway, Magnolia TX 77354
www.extraed.org

EE Dual Credit Information Meetings
August 1st @ 7:00-8:30pm
August 8th @ 7:00-8:30pm
RSVP NOW:
https://www.universe.com/events/ee-dual-credit-information-meeting-tickets-NH24TJ

This meeting is for parents and students interested in learning more about dual credit opportunities at Extraordinary Education. RSVP is required. Please plan for a MINIMUM of ONE HOUR for this meeting plus additional time for question & answer and completion of paperwork. Teachers will be present to provide information about their classes.

Location: EE Campus, Annex (T-Buildings)
9522 Carraway, Magnolia TX 77354
www.extraed.org

Attendance at a Dual Credit Information Meeting is required for all EE dual credit students and at least one parent. Please complete the Dual Credit Interest Form at the link below prior to attending this meeting.
https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLSe26Evi8Xj7vfiJOly_XSuwwlafPh7laCm9lwyWeVKWr42isg/viewform

Please bring your child's high school TRANSCRIPT to this meeting. If you do not have one, we recommend Transcript Maker. (www.transcriptmaker.com)
If you would like a coupon code for 25% off your subscription, please send an email request to admin@extraed.org

LeTourneau Dual Credit, $16K Scholarship

Extraordinary Education's newest dual credit partnership is with LeTourneau University, a private Christian university in Longview, Texas. EE will be offering the following dual credit classes through LetU during the 2017-18 academic year.
Confirmed:
ENGL 1013 - ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (Fall)
ENGL 1023 - ENGLISH COMPOSITION II (Spring)
Instructor: Kathrine Williams
Confirmed: BIBL 1033 - BIBLICAL LITERATURE (Fall)
THEO 1043 - BIBLICAL THEOLOGY FOR THE CHRISTIAN LIFE (Spring)
Instructor: Ted Cox
Tentative:
PHIL 2013 - INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY (Fall)
CCLT 3203 - RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD (Spring)
Instructor: Kathleen Ramsey
DUAL CREDIT SCHOLARSHIP
As an amazing bonus for passing a LetU dual credit course, the university is offering an outstanding scholarship opportunity. The LetU Dual Credit Scholarship offers students $16,000 PER YEAR for up to 4 years if they take and pass one LetU dual credit class!
http://www.letu.edu/opencms/opencms/_Admissions/dualcredit/scholarship.html
HOMESCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
In addition to the Dual Credit Scholarship, LetU offers a stackable Homeschool Scholarship of up to $3,000/year.
http://www.letu.edu/opencms/opencms/_Admissions/financial-aid/types-of-aid/letu/home-school-endowed-scholarship.html
The two scholarships together bring the cost to attend this highly respected Christian university down to a very reasonable level. Even more exciting is that these scholarships are attainable by an average student!
CLASS DETAILS:
While our EE-LetU dual credit classes do not offer "free" tuition, the trade-offs when compared to other local dual credit options are significant.

• A distinctly Christian course from a Christian university
• In-person classes on a homeschool friendly campus
• Very small class size with similar age students
• Credit from a university rather than a community college
• The chance to qualify for a significant scholarship

TUITION & FEES*
$270/course Tuition (payable to LetU)
$225/course Facility Fee (payable to EE)

As a comparison, similar HBU Academy classes are $1,000/year for 3 hours of credit.
https://www.hbu.edu/the-academy/course-listings-2017-2018/
GET STARTED!
If you are ready to get started with one of these LetU dual credit classes this fall or with one of our Lone Star dual credit classes including Chemistry or College Algebra, please complete the interest form at the link below to get on the mailing list. We will be hosting a series of meetings where you can get more information and get paperwork together to send in to LetU and/or Lone Star. 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe26Evi8Xj7vfiJOly_XSuwwlafPh7laCm9lwyWeVKWr42isg/viewform
ABOUT LETU
In case you you don't know about LeTourneau University, here is a bit about them from their website:
VISION STATEMENT
Claiming every workplace in every nation as our mission field, LeTourneau University graduates are professionals of ingenuity and Christ-like character who see life’s work as a holy calling with eternal impact.
HISTORICAL IDENTITY
Established in 1946, the University is the result of the work and dreams of R.G. and Evelyn LeTourneau. The University still pursues the great skills, character, and passions of R.G. LeTourneau – engineer, entrepreneur, inventor, businessman, missionary, and Christian leader. LeTourneau University is an institution of higher education that is coeducational, interdenominational, and evangelically-Christian. Historically, the University is most well-known for providing excellent professional and technical training and expertise paired with personal, hands-on learning experiences throughout its comprehensive slate of academic programs. The University provides a distinctly Christ-centered approach to teaching and learning.
http://www.letu.edu/opencms/opencms/_Other-Resources/_Community-and-Media/about-letourneau/mission-and-vision.html
http://www.letu.edu/opencms/opencms/_Other-Resources/_Community-and-Media/about-letourneau/infographic.html
*Registration fees, other fees and curriculum costs may apply depending on the course and situation.

MakerBarn Anniversary Event - JUNE 3rd

YOU'RE INVITED
to help celebrate
THE MAKER BARN'S
1st Anniversary!!

Bring your family and join us for food, fun, games, vendors, and demonstrations. Meet a few of your fellow Makers, too!

We opened the doors just one year ago and now we're approaching 100 members. Now that's something to get excited about!

This special event is open to the public - so invite your friends and neighbors!

See y'all Saturday, June 3rd!

MORE Summer Camps Added!

We have added many new camps!  Check out our new offerings that are either one day or multi-day camps and don’t sweat about what your kids will be busy doing this summer!  (Listed in order of dates offered.)

Count the Beat
Instructor: Julia Moebius

Camp Description: We will be making the connection between Math and Music with a little dancing, introducing kids to reading music, playing math games and introducing a few instruments. Let's catch the beat and have some fun.

Camp Date: June 12-15
Grade/Age Range: K-3rd grade
Camp Schedule: 4 days/12:30pm-3pm
Camp Cost: $75/camper
Email for more information/registration: juliacdelgado@yahoo.com

Everything Eastern
Instructor: Renee Campbell

Camp Description: This fun, one day workshop focuses on the Far East and teaches participants to make Japanese desserts (and dessert "sushi"!), participate in a tea ceremony, sample Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and Yoga, and even make a reverse tie-dye wall hanging.  Participants should bring a sack lunch and wear comfortable clothing that they can move easily in.  If they would like to bring a thin robe, flip flops, and white socks I can help them turn it into a kimono for the tea ceremony! *Snacks and food will be served. If your child has food allergies, please let me know!

Camp Date: June 26
Grade/Age Range: 10-18 (ages 7-9 may attend if parent stays with them)
Camp Schedule: Monday/11am-4pm
Camp Cost: $69/camper
Email for more information/registration: rcampbell@extraed.org

Something Fishy - Super Cute Art
Instructor: Renee Campbell

Camp Description: This one day workshop will bring out the creative kid in all who participate and they will leave with the cutest wall or table art imaginable!  These "fishy" projects are based on art I saw while in Asheville, NC -- and will be every bit as lovable, but at a fraction of the cost.  You will need to supply as many unusual small/smallish items as possible to be wired onto a racquet that I will supply.  You may come up with a theme (like toys,  or game pieces from old fashioned games, or a kitchen fish, or a bathroom fish, etc.) or no theme at all.  Either way, you will want to collect as many miscellaneous items as you can find....old keys, film canisters, marbles, Lego pieces, wheels, metal band-aid boxes, a loose measuring spoon, an old screwdriver.....anything small/smallish may work!  (Now you know what to do with all of those parts and pieces and leftover "whatevers" that you were afraid to throw away...send them to us, please!).  You will also need to bring a sack lunch, please.  Snacks will be served, so if your child has food allergies, please let me know.

Camp Date: June 28
Grade/Age Range: 10-18 (ages 7-9 may attend if parent stays with them)
Camp Schedule: Wednesday/11am-4pm
Camp Cost: $69/camper
Email for more information/registration: rcampbell@extraed.org

Denim Daze
Instructor: Renee Campbell

Camp Description: This one day workshop will put you in a blue daze -- but in a good way!  Participants will have the option to choose from the following projects (and more): create a purse from blue jean shorts, pocket sized magnetized holders for lockers/refrigerators/etc, tissue box covers, pencil holders, pot holders, skirts, pillows, water bottle holders, etc.  If you choose to make a purse or water bottle holder, please bring something to use for a strap.  Examples include: old belts, twill type ribbon, braided string or shoelaces, an old tie, metal chain (from a craft store, not your bicycle!), rope, etc.  Also, if you have any particular patches that you'd like to add to your project, please bring those as well.  All participants will need to bring a sack lunch, please.  Snacks will be provided, so if your child has food allergies, please let me know.

Camp Date: June 29th
Grade/Age Range: 10-adult
Camp Schedule: Thursday/11am-4pm
Camp Cost: $69/camper
Email for more information/registration: rcampbell@extraed.org

Clip’n Snip Tees + Zumba
Instructor: Renee Campbell

Camp Description: This one day workshop combines the fun of putting your own special spin on a tee shirt (or two or three) and then wearing it as you show off your moves (or just move!) in a zany Zumba class geared for all!  Participants will design and then cut patterns into old tee shirts to create new ones, so if you have any old tees that you were going to get rid of, this is a great way to recycle them....and maybe even get some more use out of them as new workout shirts.....either way, it's fun, fun, fun!  Please bring a sack lunch, some extra water, and maybe even a towel to pat your glistening self with after Zumba.  Dress comfortably as I will teach some of the dance moves in an easy to learn manner....and then we'll all just go for it!  Snacks will be provided, so if your child has food allergies, please let me know.

Camp Date: June 30
Grade/Age Range: 10-adult (ages 7-9 may attend if parent stays with them)
Camp Schedule: Friday/11am-4pm
Camp Cost: $49/camper
Email for more information/registration: rcampbell@extraed.org

Maker Camp
Instructors: Makerbarn Volunteers

Camp Description: Maker Camp provides a simple, fun way for kids to get involved in making. The MakerBarn is part of a worldwide network of affiliate hosted Maker Camps. Cool projects are always available online at http://makercamp.com/!

Camp Date: June 26-June 30
Grade/Age Range: 8-12 years old
Camp Schedule: 5 days/1:30pm-3:30pm
Camp Cost: $25/camper
Email for more information/registration: jeanieljames@hotmail.com

Pokemon Camp
Instructor: Julia Moebius

Camp Description: Come play or learn to play Pokemon, if you don't have a deck just bring your cards and we'll help you put one together, if you don't have any just come and borrow a deck on hand. We don't play to destroy an opponent, we play to have fun, strategize, evolve our Pokemon and spend time with friends. It doesn't hurt that there is some serious comprehension and math also in the game.

Camp Date: July 18-20
Grade/Age Range: 1st-12th grades
Camp Schedule: 3 days (Tues/Wed/Thurs)/12:30-2:30
Camp Cost: $35/camper
Email for more information/registration: juliacdelgado@yahoo.com

Creative Dramatics:  Building Worlds
Instructor: Sarah Mau

Camp Description: Students will learn about various aspects of theatre and produce theatrical work of their very own using their creative ideas, bodies, and voices!  This will also give kids a chance to learn about different cultures as well as classical theater and literature. 

Camp Date: July 31-August 4
Grade/Age Range: 5th-7th grade/ages 9-12
Camp Schedule: 5 days/9am-12pm
Camp Cost: $125/camper
Email for more information/registration: Info: Sarah Mau (snm013@shsu.edu)/  REGISTER AT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-dramatics-building-worlds-tickets-34978260920

Summer Camps at EE

Are you wondering what to do with your kids this summer?  Are you wondering how you will keep them busy and entertained ALL summer long rather than having their eyes glued to their electronic devices?  Well, if you haven't figured your schedule out, let Extraordinary Education help you with our summer camp offerings!  We have options to help them prepare/review for math or the PSAT/SAT/ACT in the upcoming school year, get a little exercise, or just have some good old-fashioned fun!  Camps will fill up fast so make sure that your child won't be left out of the fun!  Register today!
Please contact each instructor to register. Email addresses are listed below.
All camps will be held at Extraordinary Education, 9522 Carraway Lane, Magnolia, TX 77354.

Potter Camp Craft
Camp Description: Camp Craft includes beginning art, art journaling/smash booking, endless games, random bouts of dancing and just all out having a blast.  Our goal is to teach campers to find their own creativity, to embrace what makes them unique as artists, to make lots of mistakes and keep going, to form new friendships, and to stir up a new appreciation for God's beautiful creation.  This year's Potter-themed Craft Camp will offer lots of Potter themed crafts, let the kids use their imagination to create their own houses.  We will do art experiments in Potions, play Quidditch, and so much more!  Potter Camp will be $200 because we are packing so much into our 4 day camp! We warn you if your kid hasn't read all the books there is a very real possibility for spoilers.
Camp Dates: June 12-16
Age Range: 6-14
Camp Schedule: 4 days/10am-3pm
Camp Cost: $200/camper
Email for more information/registration: missmarvelle@gmail.com

Tae Kwon Do and Self Defense
Camp Description: TKD means "the way of the fist and foot". It is a world renowned system of martial arts that can be used for self defense, but likewise instills tenets such as discipline, respect, and self confidence which is valuable for anyone at any stage of life. Classes will consist of learning basic exercises, stretches, proper fighting stances, blocks, kicks and punches.  Light sparring may be included.  Self defense maneuvers, such as how to get out of various holds (headlocks, chokeholds, bearhugs, etc.) will also be taught.  Take downs and pressure point techniques will also be practiced.  Board breaking for beginners may also implemented.
Instructor: Joe Peoples is a 2nd degree black belt who was instructed and trained for 10 years by former PKA world champion Ishmael Robles of Galveston, TX.  Mr. Peoples competed in over 50 martial arts tournaments before becoming a professional kickboxer.  In 1985, he fought on ESPN and was ranked 3rd in the world in the PKA flyweight division.  He has taught martial arts extensively across Galveston, Harris, and Montgomery Counties.  Mr. Peoples is a recent retired police officer having served 30 years in Harris County.
Additional Information: Please note that there are 2 classes on the listed Tuesdays - One in the morning and one in the afternoon.  If a student is not able to come to their regular class, they can make up in the opposite class time.
If student has a uniform, please wear it to camp.  If not, comfortable work out clothing will be acceptable.
Camp Dates: May 30-July 25
Age Range: Class is for 3rd grade - Adult; Parents and teachers are also welcomed and encouraged to join.
Camp Schedule: Every Tuesday from 10:30-12:00 or 1:00-2:30 (one day per week)
Camp Costs: $130 for 8 weeks
Max number of participants:  6/morning session and 6/afternoon session
Email for more information/registration: jpeoples@extraed.org

Gamer's Camp
Instructor: Jon Santos
Camp Description: We will be doing Chess and Video Game programming in the morning. After lunch we will start the Minecraft camp (with Redstone Engineering).
Additional Information:Participants will need to bring their own laptops for the computer camps.
Camp Dates: August 7-11
Age Range: 4th-12 grade
Camp Schedule: 5 days/9am-4pm
Camp Cost: $150 for half-day/$250 all day/camp
Email for more information/registration: jonsantos83@gmail.com

Summer Exceed
Instructor: Chad Hall
Camp Description: Summer Exceed is a place for any student who needs to maintain a skill or finish out a curriculum that has been a hassle to complete during the school year!  Starting May 30th and running through July 27th, Mr. Hall will be at EE on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm and then from 1pm to 3pm to help ANY student who is working on an academic goal.  The fee is $15 per two-hour session, a la carte, and the student is expected to arrive prepared to work and/or ask questions for the entire two-hour term.  Please note that all math students who have not yet passed pre-algebra are expected to work in Mrs. Peoples’ math camp.  Additionally, this rate is for students to arrive with a declared goal and curriculum to be aided by Mr. Hall, not for Mr. Hall to create summer course-work for students.  I look forward to a summer of curiosity and discovery!  Please join me in building up your skills or just escaping your summer routine to make sure you are ready for next year! 
Dates offered: May 30-July 27
Class Schedule: Tuesdays/Thursdays from 10-12pm and 1-3pm.  
Cost: $15/2-hr session (a la carte)
Email for more information/registration: exceedsacademy@gmail.com

Pre-Algebra A/B Help
Instructor: Teri Peoples
Camp Description:  Summer tutoring IS available for those students getting ready to enter Pre-Algebra A. This camps is also for those students needing help with Pre-Algebra B review to get ready for Algebra 1.  
Dates offered: June 6-29 and July 11-27. (Mrs. Peoples will be gone from June 13-22, but Mr. Hall will take her students during these two weeks.)
Class Schedule: Tuesdays/Thursdays from 1-3pm. 
Cost: $15/hr (a la carte)
Email for more information/registration: tpeoples@extraed.org

SAT/PSAT/ACT Math Camp
Instructor: Dr. Young
Camp Description: Does your student need to improve their SAT or ACT math score? Then, this is the camp for you.
Additional Information:  Students will need to have completed Algebra I and Geometry. Maximum number of campers is 12.
Dates offered: July 31-August 11
Class Schedule: Monday-Friday from 10-12pm (for two weeks)
Cost: $200 camp fee/$30 supply fee 
Email for more information/registration: cyoung8181@hotmail.com

Math Help Sessions/Math Class Prep
Instructor: Dr. Young
Camp Description: Need help completing last year's curriculum? Need help on the Summer Math Review packet? Then this is the help session for you!
Additional Information: Students will need to bring their own curriculum that they need help finishing.
Dates offered: July 31-August 11
Class Schedule: Monday-Friday from 1-3pm (come whatever and how many ever days suit your needs)
Cost: $10/hr (bring payment when you come)
Email for more information/registration: cyoung8181@hotmail.com

CLT Test Offered at EE

The registration deadline for the May 20th Classic Learning Test (CLT) is quickly approaching.  The CLT, a new and classically based alternative to the SAT and ACT, has been adopted by over 50 colleges for admission and scholarship purposes.  The intent of the CLT is to provide the highest-quality aptitude testing along with the most thoughtful examples of writing that we can find. You can visit the CLT website and learn much more here: https://www.cltexam.com/
Please consider joining us for the May 20th test.  Register here. https://www.cltexam.com/register
Sincerely, the CLT Team
--
Joseph Loomis
Classic Learning Test
https://www.cltexam.com
(844) 925 8392 ext. 709

EE Robotics Team Featured on National Robotics Contest Website

Extraordinary Innovation Labs BEST Robotics team students won the Texas BEST Regional Simulink Programming Design Award along a $1500 CASH award last fall. Now their entry has been featured on the national BEST Robotics website as a sample of outstanding work . Click the link to see their entry!

https://www.mathworks.com/academia/student-competitions/best-robotics/simulink-award.html

Art Show May 11

Artists have a way of,
finding the extra in the ordinary!

Please Join Us
as we Celebrate the
Extraordinary Artists at
Extraordinary Education's
Art Open House

May 11, 2017
4:30-6:30pm
”Beautyberry” Art Room

followed by an evening of
extraordinary entertainment
and desserts at Mrs. Campbell's
theater arts class show!

(Tickets required for the theater
portion of the evening only.)

PSIA State Contest Extraordinary Results!

Congratulations to all 3 EE students who competed at the PSIA State Contest this past weekend in Fort Worth!  They worked hard, represented themselves & EE well, and performed great!  It is a huge accomplishment to place at State, and with the team competing this year in the larger AA division, it is an even greater honor. Congratulations on this outstanding effort!

Alina Rodriguez

• 2nd PLACE - Vocabulary 7,8
• 6th PLACE - Ready Writing 7

Anita Skaria

• 6th PLACE - Art Memory 6,7,8

Sebastian Fernandez

• 8th PLACE - Ready Writing 6

Fall 2017-18 - Meet the Teachers Tuesday 5/2

Meet the Teachers / Open House
May 2nd @ 6:30-8:30pm
Families both “old”and “new” are invited to come learn about all of the great classes we have in store for next year and meet our extraordinary teachers at Extraordinary Education on Tuesday, May 2 from 6:30-8:30pm. This is your chance to get to know our teachers and learn more about their classes/camps and curriculum for Summer and Fall 2017. This a come and go fair style event. Each teacher will have a table display and families can go around and talk to teachers individually. Families may also explore the campus during this time. (Children must remain with a parent at all times during this event.) Please pass it on to your friends and other groups!
New Family Information Meeting
May 2nd @ 4:00-5:30pm
A New Family Information Meeting will also be held from 4:00-5:30pm on the same date, Tuesday, May 2. This presentation is hosted by the Director and is required for all new families interested  in joining our program. Question & Answer and a brief tour will follow the meeting. Please RSVP here. https://www.universe.com/events/ee-new-family-overview-meeting-tickets-F8BGJC
Note: Please plan for a minimum of 90 minutes for the meeting. This meeting is best suited to parents and teen students. Younger children will likely become bored.
Location: EE Campus, Annex (T-Building)
9522 Carraway, Magnolia TX 77354
www.extraed.org

Meet the Teachers Nights

Families are invited to come out and meet our extraordinary teachers on Thursday, April 20th and Tuesday, May 2 from 6:30-8:30pm. This is your chance to get to know our teachers and learn more about their classes/camps and curriculum for Summer and Fall 2017. Families may also explore the campus during this time. Children are welcome to attend, but they must remain with a parent at all times while on campus.

A New Family Meeting will also be held each of the above dates from 4:00-5:30pm. This meeting is required for all new families interested  in joining our program.  Please RSVP by clicking here.  Note: This meeting is best suited to parents and teen students. Younger children will likely become bored.

Greece 2018: Traveling in the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle

If you always wanted to visit the sites of Ancient Greece, travel on a cruise ship in the Aegean Sea, pop on over to Turkey for a little visit, and explore the cities and towns related to the Apostle Paul's journey to spread Christianity, then the Extraordinary Education March 2018 Spring Break eleven day trip is going to be perfect for you (and your family)!
 
We've chosen a new travel company for this trip (better meals -- with three entrée choices for dinner, better hotels, they carry your luggage to your room for you, headsets for all, and more) and with that comes the ability for families to travel together, no matter the age of the children (although we still don't recommend these types of trips for any child under the age of ten.)  All adults ages 18 and up are welcome to travel with our group with no restrictions; teens aged 16 & 17 can travel without their own parent if they have a "surrogate/chaperone" parent traveling with them. 
 
If you would like to learn about the March 2018 trip "In the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle" to Greece and Turkey, then please click on the link below to watch a 35 minute webinar that contains an overview of the trip and most of the details you will need to get started. Once you click on the link and sign in the webinar will begin playing and you can pause at any time and restart. (The opening page says it's 55 minutes long, but it's only 35 minutes!)

http://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1400003/50FC7C40BF1BE4198A0601803A7E48D5

Please email Renee Campbell at rcampbell@extraed.org with additional questions or to enroll on the trip. I look forward to traveling with you all!
Renee Campbell, Tour Leader

PS  Anyone who signs up for the trip between now and September 8th will get a $200 discount per traveler, and if you purchase the insurance you can get all of your money refunded (even the insurance fee) up until September 8, 2017 for ANY reason!  After September 8th, IF you have purchased the insurance, you may cancel up until the day before the trip for any reason and get a full refund minus the insurance money.  It's practically risk-free to sign up for this trip!

Homeschooling For High School Seminar

Learn what you need to know about graduation requirements, record keeping, transcript development, dual credit classes, testing, and much more in this interesting, informative seminar recommended for parents of seventh through twelfth graders.  Of course, parents of students at other levels are welcome, too!

Saturday,  May 13, 2017
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Extraordinary Education Center
9522 Carraway Lane; Magnolia, Texas 77354
Please note that this is your last chance to attend this seminar in 2017!

• Pre-registration (now through May 6, 2017) -- $69.00* (a spouse may attend for $39.00)
• Late registration and Walk-ins (if space is available) -- $89.00* each

*Price includes seminar, printed materials, templates (printed and electronic), and light refreshments.

Please register by emailing:

• Cyndie Phillips (cphillips@extraed.org) OR
• Renee Campbell (rcampbell@extraed.org)

AND dropping off payment to either:

• Cyndie Phillips (She is set up to take payments via Paypal, but please email her for directions first.)
• Renee Campbell
• EE's front desk (with the envelope clearly marked for either Cyndie or Renee, please)
• Or mail your payment to either Cyndie Phillips or Renee Campbell c/o Extraordinary Education; 9522 Carraway Lane; Magnolia, Texas 77354. 

Please make checks payable to either Cyndie Phillips or Renee Campbell. Thank you!

*NOTE: We must have a minimum of TEN attendees for the May 13th session to make.  IF we do not get at least ten people enrolled by May 6th then we will consider offering  the seminar in late August or early September. However, we want you to have this information before summer begins if at all possible so you can make the appropriate class choices when you register for next year.

For more information please email cphillips@extraed.org or rcampbell@extraed.org .  Thank you!

Extraordinary PSIA Results!

CONGRATULATIONS to our extraordinary students who competed at the PSIA District 12AA Contest this past Saturday, April 1st. Placing at this event is quite an achievement since this was the "AA" contest and our students were competing against larger schools. In fact, our total score was higher than a couple of the other large private schools.
Three of these outstanding students are now qualified to move on the the STATE contest to be held in Fort Worth at the end of April. Be sure to congratulate these students when you see them!

Alina Rodriguez

• 1st PLACE - On-site Drawing 7 - STATE QUALIFIER
• 1st PLACE - Ready Writing 7 - STATE QUALIFIER
• 1st PLACE - Vocabulary 7,8 - STATE QUALIFIER
• 5th PLACE TIE - Mathematics 7

Anita Skaria

• 1st PLACE - Art Memory 6,7,8 - STATE QUALIFIER

Sebastian Fernandez

• 1st PLACE - Ready Writing 6 - STATE QUALIFIER

Julieta Fernandez

• 5th PLACE - Prose Interpretation 4
• Also placed in top 3 in Preliminary round

Patricio Fernandez

• 5th PLACE - Maps, Graphs, and Charts 8

Samuel Rodriguez

• 6th PLACE - Creative Writing 2

Carlos Rodriguez

• 6th PLACE - Maps, Graphs, and Charts 5

Antony Skaria

• 6th PLACE - Number Sense 5

EE is Making the News!

Check out these recent stories in the Community Impact Newspaper.

Extraordinary Education in Magnolia adds opportunities for homeschool community
Center offers academic support, community creative space

https://communityimpact.com/houston/tomball-magnolia/business/2017/03/29/extraordinary-education/

Home-school growth in The Woodlands spurs amenities, programs for children

https://communityimpact.com/houston/the-woodlands/education/2017/03/10/home-school-growth-woodlands-spurs-amenities-programs-children/

HOMESCHOOL DANCE 4/8/17

NORTHSIDE LIONS
HOMESCHOOL SPRING FLING DANCE
SATURDAY--APRIL 8th

• DATE: Saturday, April 8, 2017
• PLACE: First Baptist Church Conroe,
  600 North Main St., Conroe, TX 77301
• TIME: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

This event is a fundraiser for the Northside Lions. (It is not an EE event.) All local homeschool students are invited. 
Price per student (postmarked by)
(Email spakeway@yahoo.com for discounted tickets)

• $20 (March 2-8)
• $25 (March 9-18)
• $30 (March 20-29)
• $35 (after March 30)

Please print all the students' names in the memo section of the check.

Make Checks out to: Northside Lions
Mail Checks to: 70 S. Shawnee Ridge Cir., The Woodlands, TX 77382

Request Registration Form* at: spakeway@yahoo.com 

*Registration forms are requested and submitted via email.

NOTES:

• Semi-formal. Gentlemen: slacks, tie, long-sleeve shirt. Ladies: short or long dresses (backs covered from shoulder blades down, cut-outs must have fabric, absolutely no cleavage).
• Must be 14 years old/freshman in high school, by date of event (April 8th).
• If parents want to attend, they must be approved by committee and volunteer to work the event, email spakeway@yahoo.com for request.
• Email questions to spakeway@yahoo.com

Info about the team:

https://www.facebook.com/NorthsideLions/

http://www.yourconroenews.com/sports/article/FOOTBALL-Northside-Lions-continue-growth-as-a-9501484.php

EE Fall 2017-Spring 2018 Schedule

It’s here! You can preview the proposed Fall 2017-Spring 2018 Schedule at the link below.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ucFKJa2uE7yn0x1D9bKp9_Ndo3JsDaqLeJchrfzeiTo/pubhtml

Hopefully, we won't have any monkey-wrenches thrown in by teachers leaving, changing their mind on classes, etc. But I am sure you all know that it not a guarantee.

Dana is working hard over the break to input class data into ClassJuggler so we can start registration later this month. It is a LONG and TEDIOUS process, so be sure to thank her for her hard work!

Please keep in mind that current families will have a chance to register for at least TWO WEEKS before we open it up to new families. Hopefully we will be able to start registration by mid-March and then open it up to new families the first week of April. If you want to secure your child’s spot in specific classes you are strongly encouraged to register as soon as you can. As you know, space in our classes is very limited.

Have a super blessed Spring Break!

MakerBarn News

Upcoming Events

Open House/Maker Meetup
Thursday, Feb 9 at 7:00pm
Come check out what’s happening!

Adobe/Autodesk - Users Group will have its first meeting on Monday, Feb 13th from 7-9 pm. The vision for this group is to share tips & tricks and learn from one another. We may work on a project together to facilitate learning. Contact John Buckley with any questions. Interest thus far is in Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Fusion 360, and 3DS Max. All skill levels are welcome.

Woodlands Astronomy Club will meet on Feb 16th at 7pm. Topic will be on the celestial coordinates system since mastering them is essential to finding objects and thoroughly enjoying the hobby. If you have a star map, plan to bring it.
The Star Party had a great turnout. The MakerBarn is a very good site, good wide view of the sky and good viewing conditions for even small telescopes. If you missed it, there will be another Sat., Feb 25th.

TinkerTime! has 4 weeks left. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-6 pm.  Students can explore different tools, techniques, and work on small guided projects. Cost is free to MakerBarn member families, non-member students may participate for $10/class. If you're planning on dropping in, please let us know ahead so that we may adequately prepare. info@themakerbarn.org

THURSDAY MAKER LUNCH, 2/16/17
If you are free for lunch, join the Makers at Fuddruckers in The Woodlands, 2290 Buckthorne Place. Noon - 1:30
Look for us in the back room.

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... In case you were wondering, the MakerBarn is now up to 74 members. :)

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LET's TALK

MakerBarn Discussion Forum

A discussion forum for all MakerBarn members is now available on the MakerBarn website.  The discussion forum has multiple boards with various MakerBarn discussion topics. We envision it being handy for sharing ideas, asking for assistance and partnering on projects, coordinating bulk buys, etc. Note that posting to the forum is limited to members only but it will be publicly view-able.
For more information about MakerBarn membership or discussion boards, please e-mail: info@themakerbarn.org

Our Newest Addition -

In 1938, a company in Bridgeport Connecticut started building and selling milling machines. These machines were different than most being built. These machines were designed to be very versatile and fill the needs of small job shops and tool rooms. Over the years thousands of Bridgeport style machines have been manufactured by Bridgeport and others all around the world.

We now have a Bridgeport milling machine at The MakerBarn.

A vertical milling machine looks much like a drill-press. It can be used to drill holes, but it can do much more. Think of it as a way to precisely carve metal. It can make precision flat surfaces and angles. It can cut slots and cutouts. It can be used to bore precision holes at almost any diameter. With the proper tools, it can even make gears. A skilled operator can work to tolerances of 0.001”, or about half the width of a hair.

Our Bridgeport has a table 9” wide and 48” long. The table can move 12 inches in the “Y” direction and 36 inches in the “X” direction. The location of the table is displayed on a digital readout. The quill (which carries the spindle) can move up and down 5 inches, and the knee (the table sits on the knee) can move 16 inches up and down. The machine has a 2 horse-power motor and weighs about 2,200 pounds. It was purchased at auction from Conroe ISD. Like most school machines, it has a few oopses on the table, but like most, has had very little usage over the years so it is in excellent condition.

There are several different types of cutters and other tools used with the vertical mill. Most often endmills are used for cutting horizontal and vertical surfaces. Endmills look almost like drill bits except they are designed to cut sideways as well as on the end. Since, in the course of learning how to use the machine, endmills get broken and otherwise ruined, each user will be supplying their own endmills. A set of endmills can be purchased online at reasonable prices. More about that later.

Although learning to use the mill can be intimidating and it does take some time to be proficient, the effort will be well worth it.

COMING SOON...

Resin Casting! You may have noticed the new "resin casting" cart upstairs. After you make a part on one of our 3D printers you may use this new equipment to make a silicone rubber mold of the part and then cast multiple copies of it using your rubber mold and special casting resin. The equipment is being tested now - see John Buckley if you would like to participate in the test and stay tuned for a demonstration night planned for early April.

REMINDERS:
SIGN IN - Please make sure that you are signing in when you enter the MakerBarn. This information helps us better manage time and resources and also helps to show the impact we are making in the community.

NO SMOKING - Just a friendly reminder. Our Rules and Policies Code of Conduct states: Consuming alcohol and smoking – cigarettes, cigars, vaporizers (also known as electronic cigarettes) – is not allowed anywhere on EE property. 
The full Policy is available on the website under the Memberships tab. Please take time to review it.

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For New Members

WELCOME !!  If you have not filled out an application with an Emergency Contact and Liability Waiver, please stop by the barn and do so. You can also pick up your RFID cards from the barn manager on duty. Most of the RFID secured equipment has safety manuals available to review. George or Greg can direct you in getting checked out.

The phone number at the barn is 832-663-6390.  Please remember that this is volunteer/member led program. There is no staff. We currently have 12 volunteer Barn Managers that are keeping the space open per the website calendar. If you would like information on becoming a Manager, contact John Buckley. There's no pay, but there are a few perks. :)
We look forward to seeing you at the Barn!

Young Entrepreneurs Meetup 1/5/2017

Come join us for the first MYEC meetup of the year!

My Young Entrepreneurs Club Meetups take place the 1st Thursday of every month from 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. in the upper room at The MakerBarn, 9522 Carraway Ln, Magnolia Tx 77354. Participation is open to anyone 14 and up who is interested in entrepreneurship. Youth younger than 14 may attend with a parent only. Please see additional policies at the end of this post.

VIDEO SERIES @ 6:45 – 7:25

We will be starting a video series discussing ethics in public life - Doing the Right Thing is a 6 part Video study that will examine and discuss questions such as: How did we get into this mess? Is there truth or a moral law that we can all know? If we know what is right, can we do it? What does it mean to be human, and why does it matter? How do we rebuild and apply ethics and morality in the marketplace and public life?

TEACHING SESSION @7:30 – 8:10

Jody Cochran, Senior Visual Effects Artist with Aniden Interactive and father of our newest member, Mordecai Cochran, will be leading a session on Logo design. Come ready to participate and learn!

HANDS ON FUN @8:15 – 9:00

We'll start the year off with another team exercise in creative thinking and problem solving.

In an effort to better address the needs of both our older and younger members, we will be trying out a 3-part schedule: Video Session / Teaching Session / Hands-On Fun. The videos are approximately 30 min in length and will begin at 6:45 sharp. Younger students who may not wish to participate in this portion of the meeting may arrive later, around 7:30. If you arrive prior to 7:30, you are expected to participate in the viewing and discussion. There are NO exceptions. Students may not wander the barn unsupervised.

If you need more information, feel free to contact Jeanie or Jessie James. 281-850-2158 / 832-492-7932 or email myecdirector@gmail.com.