Saturday, November 15, 2008
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Piano lessons, Spanish and Latin Classes
Piano Lessons
Darla Meyers will offer piano lessons beginning this fall. Please see the blog at:God's Precious Gifts of Music. 715-386-1089
Self-taught option: Alan Jemison Music Publisher of the best and most affordable music instruction materials for homeschoolers and self-learners. Publisher of the most comprehensive collection of hymn arrangements for piano and for voice.
Beginning Latin
Ms. Pat Wiskerchen, retired elementary teacher, will again offer a beginning Latin class using the Prima Latina text. This class is for 3rd graders or above. Classes will begin in September and will be held Friday mornings at 10 a.m. at the River Falls Public Library. Those interested may contact her by phone at 715-425-7919.
Conversational Spanish will be offered for teens this fall also at the River Falls Public Library on Fridays from 12-1 p.m. Classes will begin Firday, Sept. 5th through Dec. 12th. No classon the 27th due to Thanksgiving. This class is intended to supplement what the student is doing at home, online or at a co-op. There won't be a text but there may be a supply fee (mostly for photocopies). Cost: $140 for 14 classes plus supply fee. If interested you can call Monica Kolars at (715) 222-9423 or email me at monicakolars@gmail.com. Monica previously taught Spanish at UW-River Falls as an adjunct professor for approximately 10 years before I decided to completely devote my limited energy to homeschooling my children.
Darla Meyers will offer piano lessons beginning this fall. Please see the blog at:
Beginning Latin
Ms. Pat Wiskerchen, retired elementary teacher, will again offer a beginning Latin class using the Prima Latina text. This class is for 3rd graders or above. Classes will begin in September and will be held Friday mornings at 10 a.m. at the River Falls Public Library. Those interested may contact her by phone at 715-425-7919.
Conversational Spanish will be offered for teens this fall also at the River Falls Public Library on Fridays from 12-1 p.m. Classes will begin Firday, Sept. 5th through Dec. 12th. No classon the 27th due to Thanksgiving. This class is intended to supplement what the student is doing at home, online or at a co-op. There won't be a text but there may be a supply fee (mostly for photocopies). Cost: $140 for 14 classes plus supply fee. If interested you can call Monica Kolars at (715) 222-9423 or email me at monicakolars@gmail.com. Monica previously taught Spanish at UW-River Falls as an adjunct professor for approximately 10 years before I decided to completely devote my limited energy to homeschooling my children.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Women for Faith and Family
Some of the reasons you might consider forming a local group in your parish or diocese are:
Fellowship with other believers supports and encourages. Prayer, work and study together have great potential for strengthening our own faith.
The Holy Father has stressed that Catholic women have an important task -- especially of transmitting the true faith as mothers and/or teachers. We need to prepare ourselves for this key role.
The witness and faithful presence of Catholic women can give support and encouragement to our priests, bishops and other believers.
Visible groups of faithful Catholic women will help contradict the false claim that most Catholic women reject Church teachings or feel "oppressed" by the Church.
For all these reasons, we encourage the cultivation of groups of Catholic women -- even small informal groups of friends. Some of these local groups might blossom into official WFF affiliates, though this is not by any means obligatory.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
St. Croix Valley Catholic Homeschooling meeting
Hi Everyone!
I hope your new school year has had a successful start. We have decided to not hold a family picnic this year. Time has gotten away from us and families are busy trying to fit in all of their own end-of-summer plans.
Next Wednesday, Sept. 17th will be our first meeting. We will usually meet on the 2nd Mon. of each month, but this month I have conflicts. For the meeting, please keep in mind the month you would like to host a meeting. We will have sign-up Wed. Also, have some ideas for our Christmas party. We've asked in the past for each member to give $10 to cover costs for the picnic and Christmas, but that hasn't been easy to do and I hate to beg for money. So if you have any suggestions, please share them with us.
Our main focus for this meeting will be: How to keep the "little one's" busy and happy while schooling the older kids. I know that I often push out my younger kids to focus on the older kids. What are you suggestions? If you have a craft project you do with them, please bring examples and directions so we can do them to with our kids. The little kids love any project no matter how simple. I have seen web sites that are very kid friendly and safe where they can play games (no chatting), If you have a list of these websites please bring them. I can make copies of craft directions at the meeting.
Hope to see you Wednesday, Sept. 17th 6:30pm. For directions, please call 426-5363. Could you RSVP so I know your e-mail is correct either via email or phone. Thanks.
Kristi O'Malley
I hope your new school year has had a successful start. We have decided to not hold a family picnic this year. Time has gotten away from us and families are busy trying to fit in all of their own end-of-summer plans.
Next Wednesday, Sept. 17th will be our first meeting. We will usually meet on the 2nd Mon. of each month, but this month I have conflicts. For the meeting, please keep in mind the month you would like to host a meeting. We will have sign-up Wed. Also, have some ideas for our Christmas party. We've asked in the past for each member to give $10 to cover costs for the picnic and Christmas, but that hasn't been easy to do and I hate to beg for money. So if you have any suggestions, please share them with us.
Our main focus for this meeting will be: How to keep the "little one's" busy and happy while schooling the older kids. I know that I often push out my younger kids to focus on the older kids. What are you suggestions? If you have a craft project you do with them, please bring examples and directions so we can do them to with our kids. The little kids love any project no matter how simple. I have seen web sites that are very kid friendly and safe where they can play games (no chatting), If you have a list of these websites please bring them. I can make copies of craft directions at the meeting.
Hope to see you Wednesday, Sept. 17th 6:30pm. For directions, please call 426-5363. Could you RSVP so I know your e-mail is correct either via email or phone. Thanks.
Kristi O'Malley
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Volunteers Needed: St. Croix County Fair
Beginning next Thursday, the Knights of Columbus will be sponsoring the Right to Life booth at the St. Croix County Fair in Glenwood City. Would you be willing to spare 2 hours to promote the culture of life in our world? Little work--Many blessings. When you arrive, if you are late or there has been no volunteer for the 2-hour shift before you, go to the Knights of Columbus building to pick up the baby models and money. If no one replaces you, take the money and baby models to the KC building.
All times are available. Please respond by e-mail or phone: Darla Meyers, 715-386-1089.
Without the "right to life", the rights to "liberty and the pursuit of happiness" mean nothing.
Thursday, July 17
6:00-8:00 p.m.
8:00-10:00 p.m.
Friday, July 18
10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
12:00-2:00 p.m.
2:00-4:00 p.m.
4:00-6:00 p.m.
6:00-8:00 p.m.
8:00-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 19
10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
12:00-2:00 p.m.
2:00-4:00 p.m.
4:00-6:00 p.m.
6:00-8:00 p.m.
8:00-10:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 20
10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
12:00-2:00 p.m.
2:00-4:00 p.m.
All times are available. Please respond by e-mail or phone: Darla Meyers, 715-386-1089.
Without the "right to life", the rights to "liberty and the pursuit of happiness" mean nothing.
Thursday, July 17
6:00-8:00 p.m.
8:00-10:00 p.m.
Friday, July 18
10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
12:00-2:00 p.m.
2:00-4:00 p.m.
4:00-6:00 p.m.
6:00-8:00 p.m.
8:00-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 19
10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
12:00-2:00 p.m.
2:00-4:00 p.m.
4:00-6:00 p.m.
6:00-8:00 p.m.
8:00-10:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 20
10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
12:00-2:00 p.m.
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Track and Field Day/Presidential Physical Fitness Program
Heidi Roettger would like to get something started to offer the Presidential Physical Fitness Program in the fall and a Track and Field Day in the spring to homeschoolers. I found a track coach/ instructor at the University of River Falls who is willing to work with me and put it into her syllabus for her students to run if there is enough interest. ** NOTE: You can test for the Presidential Physical Fitness Aware on your own.
At this point I would like to get the word out and see how many people are interested and what the ages of the children would be. Could you please pass this on to your groups for me.
Any families interested please let me know as soon as possible how many kids you have that would like to participate and what their ages are. I can be contacted at haroet@usfamily.net or 715-426-0904. I will put any families that would like to be informed as things progress on a contact list. Thank you, Heidi Roettger
At this point I would like to get the word out and see how many people are interested and what the ages of the children would be. Could you please pass this on to your groups for me.
Any families interested please let me know as soon as possible how many kids you have that would like to participate and what their ages are. I can be contacted at haroet@usfamily.net or 715-426-0904. I will put any families that would like to be informed as things progress on a contact list. Thank you, Heidi Roettger
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
July Latest News
Monday, June 9, 2008
Vatican Splendors--Minnesota History Center
From Cynthia Clausen: e-mail epiphany.girl@yahoo.com
"Vatican Splendors" - Are you interested in going to the "Vatican Splendors" exihbit at the Minnesota History Museum in St. Paul? Homeschool days are either Monday 10/20 and 10/27 from 10 AM to 5 PM. the 'PLUS' package is a 1 hour history lesson on top of the 1-2 hour exhibit. Kids 4 and under are free, but no strollers are allowed. http://www.mnhs.org/school/center/vatican.htm
History Center Field Trips: Vatican Splendors Experience 2,000 years of Vatican art and history. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students and educators. Vatican Splendors features more than 200 works of art and historical objects presented in dramatic settings, including the Sistine Chapel and the Tomb of St. Peter. Many items have never before been on public view. Michelangelo items and works by Bernini, Giotti, Guercino and others. Artwork dating back to the third century. The venerated relics (bone fragments) of St. Peter. The oldest known image of the face of Jesus. Items from the election of Pope Benedict XVI. From culture to history to art, explore how the Papacy has impacted – and been impacted by – the world throughout the centuries. Book your field trip today! Call 651-259-3400 or fill out an online request form. Vatican Package Includes admission to Vatican Splendors and all other History Center exhibits K-12 student group rate: $6 per student. One complimentary chaperone ticket is provided for every ten tickets purchased. Additional adults are charged the group rate of $17 per person. Allow 1 to 2 hours for this package.
Cindy Clausen
"Vatican Splendors" - Are you interested in going to the "Vatican Splendors" exihbit at the Minnesota History Museum in St. Paul? Homeschool days are either Monday 10/20 and 10/27 from 10 AM to 5 PM. the 'PLUS' package is a 1 hour history lesson on top of the 1-2 hour exhibit. Kids 4 and under are free, but no strollers are allowed. http://www.mnhs.org/school/center/vatican.htm
History Center Field Trips: Vatican Splendors Experience 2,000 years of Vatican art and history. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students and educators. Vatican Splendors features more than 200 works of art and historical objects presented in dramatic settings, including the Sistine Chapel and the Tomb of St. Peter. Many items have never before been on public view. Michelangelo items and works by Bernini, Giotti, Guercino and others. Artwork dating back to the third century. The venerated relics (bone fragments) of St. Peter. The oldest known image of the face of Jesus. Items from the election of Pope Benedict XVI. From culture to history to art, explore how the Papacy has impacted – and been impacted by – the world throughout the centuries. Book your field trip today! Call 651-259-3400 or fill out an online request form. Vatican Package Includes admission to Vatican Splendors and all other History Center exhibits K-12 student group rate: $6 per student. One complimentary chaperone ticket is provided for every ten tickets purchased. Additional adults are charged the group rate of $17 per person. Allow 1 to 2 hours for this package.
Cindy Clausen
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Waiting--Catholic Heritage Curricula
More is better…Isn’t it?
‘Our school day is so short compared to public school! I’m worried that we aren’t spending enough time on school. Should we be doing more?’
‘We follow the lesson plans, but I have the nagging feeling that we just aren’t covering enough material in each subject. Should we do more?’
To answer these queries, let’s take a quick peek into a public school classroom.
Squeezing into Jordan’s first grade class, we note that blocks of time are allotted for math instruction, reading, language arts, science, and social studies. Can you guess which ‘subject’ consumes the most time of all?
That subject would be ‘Waiting.’
Poor Jordan.
There he sits, waiting for class to begin.
Waiting for attendance to be called.
Waiting while lunch orders are taken.
Waiting until all 30 children in the classroom have their books out and open to the proper page.
Waiting for all eyes and ears to be pointed at the teacher.
Waiting until the directions are read and explained a third time.
Waiting while the teacher brings a rowdy student back to order.
Waiting while lining up for recess.
Waiting, when the first student has finished the math problem, for the rest of the class to catch up so that all can proceed, together, to the next problem.
Waiting in line for lunch.
Waiting for the class to settle down after lunch.
Waiting while 30 papers are turned in, and on ad infinitum.
In the homeschool, most of this tedious waiting is eliminated, with the result that Jordan’s instruction—which consumes six or more hours in public school-- may be completed well in as little as two hours at home.
Finishing early isn’t a signal that Jordan is doing too little work. Rather, it is simply a reflection of the difference between teaching directed at a classroom packed with bouncing children working at markedly different levels, and one-on-one tutoring in the homeschool.
One of the many advantages to homeschooling is that children may, in their spare time and in a relaxed fashion, investigate areas of particular interest through enrichment reading and activities; it is not necessary, however, to lengthen Jordan’s day or list of assignments, simply because he completes his schoolwork ahead of his public-schooled peers. [Do I hear Jordan cheering?]
Holy Hour of Thankfulness and Discernment
See how the children have grown and changed this school year!
The clothes that fit loosely last Fall are now straining at the seams; shoes whose toes were stuffed with tissue now pinch not-so-little feet. Once-bewildering concepts have been mastered—some, perhaps, with a struggle—and child-like hearts are turning ever more toward Jesus, Who loves them beyond all imagining.
Each year of homeschooling brings change to our children, to our families, to our homes. Remember that Jesus longs to be part of that change, to share in all your decisions, challenges, and victories. The future is in His safe-keeping, for He is already there, waiting for you.
We invite you to spend an hour with Our Lord, before the Blessed Sacrament. Lay the past and future school years before Him. Thank Him for His faithfulness these past months. Ask for His help, as He is always ready to pour graces out upon your family.
If you have students who will soon be entering high school, invite them to make a Holy Hour also. What are their dreams and aspirations? Before the Blessed Sacrament, your students may find direction, inspiration, and insight into their vocations.
Jesus planted the very first stirrings toward homeschooling in our hearts; He daily sustains us and our children as well. Go to Him, that He may pour out His graces abundantly.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
May Latest News
Monday, April 21, 2008
CHORALE TO SING MOZART REQUIEM AT SCHULER MEMORIAL
CHORALE TO SING MOZART REQUIEM AT SCHULER MEMORIAL
A memorial Mass for the late Monsignor Richard J. Schuler will be at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, at the Church of St. Agnes, 548 Lafond Ave., St. Paul. The Twin Cities Catholic Chorale will sing Mozart’s Requiem, which it sang for Monsignor Schuler’s funeral last April.
The Rev. William E. Sanderson, pastor of St. Mary’s and St. Francis of Assisi parishes in Omaha, will officiate and preach at the Mass. He is a graduate of the St. Paul Seminary and one of many men Monsignor Schuler inspired and guided to the priesthood.
Visitors are welcome at the memorial Mass, which will be in Latin and according to the 1970 Missal. Groups of 10 or more persons may reserve pews by calling the parish office at (651) 293-1710.
Monsignor Schuler died April 20, 2007. He was St. Agnes’ pastor for 32 years, and he founded the Twin Cities Catholic Chorale in 1956 and directed it until shortly before his death.
He also was the Catholic Aid Association’s chaplain from 1970 to 1999, and the association manages two endowments that continue his work. The Twin Cities Catholic Chorale Endowment, founded in honor of the 60th anniversary of his ordination, is intended to reduce the Chorale’s dependence on annual fundraising. The Schuler Seminarian Charitable Trust Fund assists seminarians with financial grants.
Contributions to these funds are always welcome and may be mailed to the association at 3499 Lexington Ave. N., St. Paul MN 55126.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
HATCH Annual Book Sale
HATCH ANNUAL BOOK SALE
Sat., March 29th, 2008
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Table fee: Only $ 5.00 ! ! !
Advanced table reservation and payment required.
Location: Teens For Christ Center
528 Old Highway 35, Hudson, WI 54016
Contact: Cindy Westrup, 651-439-6950 lu@usfamily.net
Mail table fee checks: 1233 Driving Park Road, Stillwater, MN 55082
Directions to the HATCH Book Sale:
Directions from I-94: Take Exit 3 River Falls and go south on Hwy 35, exit at Hanley Road and follow signs to East Hanley while you go thru the (very confusing ;-) traffic circle. Turn right on Old Hwy 35 South and the newly-built Teen Center is the first commercial building on your right. Optionally -- coming north on Hwy 35, go east (right) on Coulee Trail, and turn left onto Old Hwy 35. The Center will then be on your left (a single-story, brown building).
Sat., March 29th, 2008
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Table fee: Only $ 5.00 ! ! !
Advanced table reservation and payment required.
Location: Teens For Christ Center
528 Old Highway 35, Hudson, WI 54016
Contact: Cindy Westrup, 651-439-6950 lu@usfamily.net
Mail table fee checks: 1233 Driving Park Road, Stillwater, MN 55082
Directions to the HATCH Book Sale:
Directions from I-94: Take Exit 3 River Falls and go south on Hwy 35, exit at Hanley Road and follow signs to East Hanley while you go thru the (very confusing ;-) traffic circle. Turn right on Old Hwy 35 South and the newly-built Teen Center is the first commercial building on your right. Optionally -- coming north on Hwy 35, go east (right) on Coulee Trail, and turn left onto Old Hwy 35. The Center will then be on your left (a single-story, brown building).
Saturday, March 1, 2008
March Latest News
Thursday, February 28, 2008
The Wonders of Physics Traveling Show is Coming to Hudson
When: Monday, April 14, 2008 at 1:00pm ( plan for the event to last approximately 1 1/2 hrs.)
Where: Faith Community Church in Hudson (on Carmichael Road)
Ages: Open (there will be hands on activities for the kids)
Cost: Donations will be accepted to cover the cost of the presenter's travel, etc.
Questions: Contact Jodi Inlow @ 715-425-0122 for more information
What makes your hair stand up when you take off your hat on a cold, winter day? What makes ice skaters spin so fast? What does a sound wave look like? What do electrons look like? Ever wondered how things work? Everyone has been curious about the world at one point or another and young children are especially inquisitive. The Wonders of Physics answers these questions and helps kids figure out how the world around them works.
The Wonders of Physics Traveling Show visits students all around the state of Wisconsin to get kids (and adults!) excited about science. This fast-paced presentation explores the six areas of classical physics: motion, heat, electricity, magnetism, sound, and light. High-impact demonstrations are accompanied by simple explanations that are easy for people of all ages to understand.
The main theme of the show is that physics is the study of motion. Therefore anyone who knows how to move, which is everyone, must already be an expert in physics. The presentation shows students how the energy of motion can be converted into other kinds of energy(i.e. sound, heat, electricity). The kinesthetic nature of the presentation makes it especially suited to young children who learn best through moving around and experiencing science first hand. The audience has an active role in the presentation and volunteer "physics experts" assist the group in discovering the world of physics while helping the students to see themselves as scientists.
Many young children are still learning what science is and have probably never heard of physics. An important part of this program is teaching children what constitutes science (and physics) and how they can explore it in the world around them. Throughout the course of the presentation, students are encouraged to think critically about every day activities and how physics is present in their daily lives. Children leave the presentation excited about physics and look forward to further exploring it in their everyday experiences.
Where: Faith Community Church in Hudson (on Carmichael Road)
Ages: Open (there will be hands on activities for the kids)
Cost: Donations will be accepted to cover the cost of the presenter's travel, etc.
Questions: Contact Jodi Inlow @ 715-425-0122 for more information
What makes your hair stand up when you take off your hat on a cold, winter day? What makes ice skaters spin so fast? What does a sound wave look like? What do electrons look like? Ever wondered how things work? Everyone has been curious about the world at one point or another and young children are especially inquisitive. The Wonders of Physics answers these questions and helps kids figure out how the world around them works.
The Wonders of Physics Traveling Show visits students all around the state of Wisconsin to get kids (and adults!) excited about science. This fast-paced presentation explores the six areas of classical physics: motion, heat, electricity, magnetism, sound, and light. High-impact demonstrations are accompanied by simple explanations that are easy for people of all ages to understand.
The main theme of the show is that physics is the study of motion. Therefore anyone who knows how to move, which is everyone, must already be an expert in physics. The presentation shows students how the energy of motion can be converted into other kinds of energy(i.e. sound, heat, electricity). The kinesthetic nature of the presentation makes it especially suited to young children who learn best through moving around and experiencing science first hand. The audience has an active role in the presentation and volunteer "physics experts" assist the group in discovering the world of physics while helping the students to see themselves as scientists.
Many young children are still learning what science is and have probably never heard of physics. An important part of this program is teaching children what constitutes science (and physics) and how they can explore it in the world around them. Throughout the course of the presentation, students are encouraged to think critically about every day activities and how physics is present in their daily lives. Children leave the presentation excited about physics and look forward to further exploring it in their everyday experiences.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
January 2008 Latest News
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