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