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For those of us who have turned off the television, this will give you a good indication of how the major news media treats homeschooling. You will not find much mention of private Biblical homeschooling. The ideology of those in the news media is apparent as the "goodies" of government homeschooling are often the most positively spun elements.

Be sure to read "Avoid Government Homeschooling Like the Plague" to inoculate yourself before continuing.

Last Fetch: 5/20/2012 7:13:12 AM

LOCAL SCOREBOARD: May 19 results
A look at Saturday's prep and local college action.

Home-school prom attracts teens from across Oregon
Teens from Salem to Hillsboro paid $30 each to attend the formal in Tigard on Saturday night. "It means the same thing as it would to any high school teen," Oregon Home Education Network President Alison Jakel says. "As much as high school teens look forward to their prom, our home-school teens look forward to theirs."

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The number of homeschooled students increased by 3,000 this year compared to last. Saturday the 15th annual Arkansas homeschool convention was held in Searcy and parents there shared with KARK advantages they said they are able to give by turning their homes into classrooms.

Local sports calendar: 05.20.12
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CYT brings life to ‘7 Brides for 7 Brothers’ with real animals
With seven brothers, seven brides, some townsfolk, a live chicken, pig and goat, the Crighton Theatre stage will be packed this weekend and next.

Bounce balls and toss sandbags for better grades
Frustrated by the seemingly bright students who came to his class and struggled with their school work every year; Bill Hubert, an English teacher in Wichita, Kansas, went on a quest, studying and experimenting with various learning methodologies to create Bal-A-Vis-X or Balance Auditory Visual Exercises.

New CDs: the Royalty, Espinoza Paz, Josh Abbott Band
New music by the Royalty, Espinoza Paz and Josh Abbott Band.

Inside Bridgton – 5/18
I love to walk, and Bridgton is a wonderful walking town. My daily loop takes me down Main Street through Shorey Park and the Highland Lake Beach. Sometimes I’ll feel even more energized and tackle either the Creamery or Church Street hills, or go farther afield to the Stevens Brook Trail that meanders down to Long Lake. But my favorite new walk is through Pondicherry Park to Hannaford.

Cheap Chick
Lesley Mitchell has been a business reporter at The Tribune since 1997, covering real estate, the retail industry, personal finance and economic development.

Hanna inches closer to ultimate golf goal
Homeschool your little brat. Hint: "anyways" is wrong. you talk as if he wasnt any good but was great teacher we have had worse. Ty for your opinion. Too bad it is incorrect. My son's grades have went up since he got away f [...]

College Notebook: Piette, WWU crew aim for another D-II national title
In her fourth season in the Western Washington University women’s varsity eight boat, Jean Piette is an integral part of a program that has won seven consecutive NCAA Division II national championships.

Senate backs education tax credit program
CONCORD – The fight for school choice in New Hampshire took two steps forward Wednesday as both the Senate and the House of Representatives passed bills expanding education options. Opponents argue that the votes mark the state taking a step back. The Senate voted Wednesday to create an education tax credit program that would provide students with an average grant of $2,500 a year for private ...

Free and cheap things to do with the kids this week
Get those kids to unplug and get outside this week because we have lots of free and cheap things to do on the go, from a kids biathlon to a nifty planetarium show followed by telescope viewing or they can take the dog on a play date. We have that and more in this week's roundup: It’s a biathlon for kids! The St. Pete Beach Community Center is hosting Splash and Dash , a pool swim and fun run ...

Alvarez awards give props to county's top soccer players
Times staff Wednesday, May 16, 2012 APOLLO BEACH — This is the time of year in the Hillsborough County soccer community where well-meaning parents contrive outlandish plots in an effort to keep very important secrets from their kids. Kim and Chick Maffei told daughter Colby she needed to dress up for an LSU alumni meeting that her college coach, Brian Lee, couldn't attend due to NCAA rules ...

Teaching their own
HOMESCHOOLING promotes bonding between parent and child, which is one of the most valuable benefits of this kind of non-formal education.   MANILA, Philippines — Even amid the lure of e-classrooms and modern schools equipped with high-tech gadgets and facilities, homeschooling is fast becoming an attractive option for most families.  Since the homeschooling movement took off in the 80s in the ...

Tips for homeschool beginners
MANILA, Philippines — Here are a few tips to help those new to homeschooling or those who may be struggling with or just interested in homeschooling.   1. HAVE A PLAN. Figure out which direction you are going before you start. Research to see what is available and make a choice. Day one of homeschooling is not the time to scramble around looking for school work for your child.  

TUESDAY'S LATE H.S. ROUNDUP
STUARTS DRAFT — Grace's Christian's Grayson Hensley pitched a comple game Tuesday, leading the Warriors to a 4-2 victory over Westover Christian in the quarterfinals of the VACA state baseball tournament.

Tigers sweep Wolverines in Burton showdown
BY SPORTS STAFF BURTON — The Atherton baseball team hosted Bendle on Monday and ended up on the wrong sides of 11-6 and 10-4 decisions. David Puke won game one for the Tigers and Jared Garner was victorious in game two. Leading the Bendle offense was Daniel Downer with five hits, while Joe Markley and Garner had three hits each. read more

McM Women's Basketball Announces First NCAA II Class
ABILENE, Texas - McMurry University women's basketball head coach Veronica Snow has announced her recruiting class for 2012, charged with helping lead the program into the NCAA Division II era beginning in the fall.

Voters get chance to meet GOP candidates at forum
Mya Fadely’s civics class had a chance to experience democracy at its finest Tuesday night.

Students say virtual school helps them succeed
In one room, one student was typing up a paper on the civil rights contributions of James Farmer Jr.

Cheers & Jeers for Thursday, May 17
Cheers to Lamont and the entire staff of Happy Time Rentals. They have affordable prices, prompt and accurate delivery, setup and pickup. They're, overall, great company to work with, and they made our son's birthday party a neighborhood hit.

Out & About Calendar
Your guide to what's happening in Macon and Middle Georgia.

Battleline: Post 218 Baseball Ready to Go
With everyone but Sullivan and New Haven now done with high school baseball, we can look to the American Legion season.

Ina Hughs: Personal preference not a basis for laws
"I know this is a very sensitive and tender issue, but this is personally what I believe."

Making Education History: Beyond the Status Quo
GRAY, Tenn., May 15, 2012 / Christian Newswire / -- The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine, LLC -- With more than 2 million K–12 students in the U.S. currently being educated at home, the popularity of homeschooling continues to rise.

Community news: benefit concert, a USF St. Petersburg open house and more
Times staff Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Benefit concert: Dayve Stewart & the Vibe will perform at 8 p.m. Friday at Anona United Methodist Church, 13233 Indian Rocks Road, Largo. Stewart, who has toured with the Rev. Al Green, is a saxophonist based in Tallahassee. The concert will be a benefit for Pinellas County Urban Young Life. The organization is coordinating this fundraiser in order to send ...

Gig Harbor Life community calendar for May 18 and beyond
Gig Harbor community calendar of events for May 18 and beyond.

K-12 student artwork welcomed for Young Voices section
Information has been sent to local schools about The Daily Telegram's annual Young Voices section, which will be published June 23 and features artwork and writing by Lenawee County K-12 students.

Why do conservatives hate freedom?
The movement's opposition to gay rights is just the latest move in its history of opposing personal liberties