QUICK LINKS...
Mom's Night Out
August 30, 2010 - 6:30-8:30 PM
Amigo's, Nixa, MO
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Go to the SHEM Facebook page.
New Homeschooler Training
September 9, 2010
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St. John's Health Fair
Late October/Early November
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SHEM is on Facebook!
SHEM (Southwest Home Education Ministry)
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Welcome to SHEM...What is SHEM?
SHEM is an acronym for Southwest Home Education Ministries. Our purpose is to minister to homeschooling families in Southwest Missouri by sponsoring various activities, such as those listed on this web site; to work in a cooperative manner with other home-schooling organizations which promote benefits for, and freedom to home educate; and to inform the public of current laws relating to home education.
Purpose of SHEM & Doctrinal Statement
What's Happening Now...
"Basics and Beyond"
SHEM is now offering quarterly support sessions for ALL homeschoolers with a WIDE range of topics including "Avoiding Burnout", "How to Keep Great Records" and many more.
The first session is scheduled for August 23rd from 6:30-8:30 PM at the Library Center on S. Campbell.
Sessions are for Homeschoolers at any point in their journey.
As always...There is no cost and no childcare.
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2011 SHEM Homeschool Convention Exhibitor Information is NOW UP!
Click HERE for Registration information.
2011 SHEM Homeschool Convention Speaker and Exhibitor list is being updated regularly. Keep checking back for the most recent list.
What Makes Homeschooling Great...
SHEM Calendar...
With new co-op meetings and other activities. To add your group listing...
Updated | Aug., 2010
Encouragement...
12 Tips for Successful Homeschooling
by Debbie W. Wilson
Homeschooling Today
1. It is all right to be afraid.
2. Do not worry about high school now.
3. You can be a great teacher without special education.
4. There is no perfect curriculum.
5. Be willing to experiment.
6. You do not have to finish the book.
7. You do not have to know your child's learning style now.
8. Your child is better off without socialization.
9. Teenagers are wonderful people.
10. Commitment is the key to success in homeschooling.
11. Educate the whole child.
12. Remember to have fun together.
| Aug. 5, 2010
