The Santa Cruz Homeschool Conference
On August 23rd the Discovery Learning Center (DLC) in Santa Cruz, California will host a homeschool conference, or rather, UNconference,
especially for area residents.
What is an UNconference?
“In true homeschool style, we’ll be using
a special format called an Unconference, in which participants set the
schedule for the day and volunteer to run the sessions the morning of
the conference. We think it will be an amazing family event and a great
way to get to know other homeschoolers in the area.” DLC webpage
a special format called an Unconference, in which participants set the
schedule for the day and volunteer to run the sessions the morning of
the conference. We think it will be an amazing family event and a great
way to get to know other homeschoolers in the area.” DLC webpage
I will be leading discussions on working while homeschooling and homeschooling without a curriculum and/or child-led learning. I plan to emphasize ways to throw the stress of “teaching” out the window and trust your child’s natural learning capabilities. I will also have an art table set up for kids to get creative. There are many more long time homeschoolers that will be leading discussions, activities, and presentations.
New to Homeschooling?
This is a great place to get started! You’ll meet tons of local homeschooling families, get answers to your questions, inspiration, encouragement, and great ideas. The DLC welcomes all types and styles of homeschooling so you’re sure to find something that tailors to your unique interests. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the Discovery Learning Center itself, which offers a lending library, low cost classes to homeschoolers, support groups and more.
Homeschool Veterans
Enjoy a great day out with other homeschooling families! Join in activities, visit with friends, old and new, and be inspired and encouraged on your home school journey. Contribute to conversations with your own trials and successes, even volunteer to lead a topic.
Prizes
The DLC will be giving away “Must be Present to Win” door prizes about every
fifteen minutes from 9-10am and again at the end of the day at 5pm. Come early for a better
chance to win a prize! Including gift certificates for
memberships to the Discovery Learning Center as well as some great
donations from area businesses.
fifteen minutes from 9-10am and again at the end of the day at 5pm. Come early for a better
chance to win a prize! Including gift certificates for
memberships to the Discovery Learning Center as well as some great
donations from area businesses.
Unconference T-Shirts
An
unconference is a DIY event and so are the t-shirts! Bring a t-shirt
for each person attending and silk screen the Santa Cruz Homeschool
UNconference logo on it yourself! A silk screen and ink
will be available during registration and lunch and volunteers to help you use
it.
unconference is a DIY event and so are the t-shirts! Bring a t-shirt
for each person attending and silk screen the Santa Cruz Homeschool
UNconference logo on it yourself! A silk screen and ink
will be available during registration and lunch and volunteers to help you use
it.
To find out more and to register, visit: http://www.dlcsantacruz.org/unconference2014
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