Just a reminder that we will be having a Mom's Night Out this Friday, March 6, at 7 p.m. at the Starbucks in Alabaster (the one on 119). This is simply a time to get together to fellowship with other Moms in a casual atmosphere. These are always great fun so we hope you'll be able to make it!
Here are the rest of the dates for this year so that you can mark them on your calendar. They will always be at Starbucks on 119 unless otherwise indicated. Also, these are coordinated by Melissa Jeffers, so if you have any questions, you can email her at: melissajeffers@bellsouth.net Thank you so much, Melissa!
Mom's Night Out Dates:
April 3
April 17- This coincides with the Joe Wheeler campout, but if anyone is interested, you can contact Melissa to let her know if you would commit to being there.
May 8
May 29- at Melissa's house (last one of the year)
We will send out an email reminder each time and we will include the directions to Melissa's as the time draws nearer. Have a great week!
Montevallo & Columbiana Area Support Group: HCS~6
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Pictures of February's Play Day
Here are some pictures from our fantastic Play-Day last Friday. We had such a great turn out and some wonderful fellowship. We can't wait to see you again in March, same time, same place!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
HCS-6 Second Semester Field Trips
Hello Families!
Here you will find our field trip opportunities for the upcoming semester. We don't have one for the month of February, and I do apologize for that. I planned for 2 different places, but neither of them worked out. However, we do have Play Days (see post below this one) and Mom's Night Out scheduled, so we still have a chance for fellowship.
Please check the Field Trip Guidelines post (click the words for a direct link) if you are not familiar with our procedures regarding payment, sign-up requirements, ect.
Tour of Vulcan Museum
Vulcan Park and Museum is home to the world's largest cast iron statue and features spectacular views of Birmingham. They will tell the story of Birmingham's past, present and promise for the future. This is a docent led tour through the museum and into the statue (I think...I'm not exactly sure if it is IN or AROUND the actual statue, but it will be interesting).
Here is a direct link to their website: Vulcan Park
The details of this field trip are as follows:
Date: Friday, March 27, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Birmingham, AL Click here for directions from I-65 in Calera: Mapquest
Ages: All
Cost: $5 adults (this price is for anyone over the age of 12), $3 for children ages 5-12, and Free for children 4 and under. Sign up and payment deadline is February 20!
We do need a minimum of 10 in order to get the discounted price. Also, they did caution me that we will be up high while on the Vulcan Observation Balcony (only one part of the tour) and that this could be hard on those with a fear of heights, so please be aware that this is a factor.
Tour of Helen Keller's Birthplace
Come and tour the home and grounds of one of the most amazing women in our State's history. On the website, you can find a full biography and other educational tools to learn about this wonderful lady, prior to our trip, who overcame so much. Here is a direct link: Ivy Green
The details for this field trip are as follows:
Date: Friday, April 17, 2009
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Tuscumbia, AL Click here for directions from I-65 in Calera: Mapquest
Ages: ALL
Cost: Adults $5 (18 and older), Students $1.50, Children 4 and under are Free Sign up and payment deadline for this field trip is April 1!
This field trip has been highly raved about by others who have been on it, so it should be excellent! Also, we will have a campout that weekend (see below), but it is not required that you do both.
Campout at Joe Wheeler Park
This is a campout that we are combining with a field trip since the Helen Keller museum is so far away. You do not have to participate in both things though. This state park offers boating, fishing, trails and more! The pictures on the website are beautiful and you can see those and any other information here: Joe Wheeler State Park
The details of this trip are as follows:
Date: The weekend of April 17, 2009
Time: Your choice
Location: Rogersville, AL Click here for driving directions from I-65 in Calera: Mapquest
Cost: Improved Campsite $21.00 per night + Tax Primitive Campsite $12.00 + Tax
I do encourage you to call and get a reservation as soon as you are sure of your plans. Being prime camping season, you'll want to ensure your spot. Here is the phone number for you to do that:
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact DonDee or myself. You can simply comment on this post, or you can email at the addresses provided at the top of this page.
Thanks again, and have a BLESSED 2nd semester!
Here you will find our field trip opportunities for the upcoming semester. We don't have one for the month of February, and I do apologize for that. I planned for 2 different places, but neither of them worked out. However, we do have Play Days (see post below this one) and Mom's Night Out scheduled, so we still have a chance for fellowship.
Please check the Field Trip Guidelines post (click the words for a direct link) if you are not familiar with our procedures regarding payment, sign-up requirements, ect.
Tour of Vulcan Museum
Vulcan Park and Museum is home to the world's largest cast iron statue and features spectacular views of Birmingham. They will tell the story of Birmingham's past, present and promise for the future. This is a docent led tour through the museum and into the statue (I think...I'm not exactly sure if it is IN or AROUND the actual statue, but it will be interesting).
Here is a direct link to their website: Vulcan Park
The details of this field trip are as follows:
Date: Friday, March 27, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Birmingham, AL Click here for directions from I-65 in Calera: Mapquest
Ages: All
Cost: $5 adults (this price is for anyone over the age of 12), $3 for children ages 5-12, and Free for children 4 and under. Sign up and payment deadline is February 20!
We do need a minimum of 10 in order to get the discounted price. Also, they did caution me that we will be up high while on the Vulcan Observation Balcony (only one part of the tour) and that this could be hard on those with a fear of heights, so please be aware that this is a factor.
Tour of Helen Keller's Birthplace
Come and tour the home and grounds of one of the most amazing women in our State's history. On the website, you can find a full biography and other educational tools to learn about this wonderful lady, prior to our trip, who overcame so much. Here is a direct link: Ivy Green
The details for this field trip are as follows:
Date: Friday, April 17, 2009
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Tuscumbia, AL Click here for directions from I-65 in Calera: Mapquest
Ages: ALL
Cost: Adults $5 (18 and older), Students $1.50, Children 4 and under are Free Sign up and payment deadline for this field trip is April 1!
This field trip has been highly raved about by others who have been on it, so it should be excellent! Also, we will have a campout that weekend (see below), but it is not required that you do both.
Campout at Joe Wheeler Park
This is a campout that we are combining with a field trip since the Helen Keller museum is so far away. You do not have to participate in both things though. This state park offers boating, fishing, trails and more! The pictures on the website are beautiful and you can see those and any other information here: Joe Wheeler State Park
The details of this trip are as follows:
Date: The weekend of April 17, 2009
Time: Your choice
Location: Rogersville, AL Click here for driving directions from I-65 in Calera: Mapquest
Cost: Improved Campsite $21.00 per night + Tax Primitive Campsite $12.00 + Tax
I do encourage you to call and get a reservation as soon as you are sure of your plans. Being prime camping season, you'll want to ensure your spot. Here is the phone number for you to do that:
256-247-1184 or
1-800-ALA-PARK
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact DonDee or myself. You can simply comment on this post, or you can email at the addresses provided at the top of this page.
Thanks again, and have a BLESSED 2nd semester!
Friday, January 16, 2009
Play Days for 2nd Semester!
Who: You're Invited!!
What: Play Days (fun for ALL ages)
When: They are scheduled for the 3rd Friday of every month for continuity, (except for the one in April, because it conflicts with the Helen Keller field trip/campout). They will start at 1:30 p.m. and end whenever the last person leaves.
The dates are:
February 20
March 20
April 24
May 15
Where: We will be having them at Orr Park in Montevallo because of the many features that it has to offer. If you need directions, please feel free to contact either DonDee or myself and we will be happy to get them to you.
Play Days are always such a nice time of fellowship for both the adults and children/youth. So grab your calendars and pencil these dates and times in. Then, come and have a great time!
What: Play Days (fun for ALL ages)
When: They are scheduled for the 3rd Friday of every month for continuity, (except for the one in April, because it conflicts with the Helen Keller field trip/campout). They will start at 1:30 p.m. and end whenever the last person leaves.
The dates are:
February 20
March 20
April 24
May 15
Where: We will be having them at Orr Park in Montevallo because of the many features that it has to offer. If you need directions, please feel free to contact either DonDee or myself and we will be happy to get them to you.
Play Days are always such a nice time of fellowship for both the adults and children/youth. So grab your calendars and pencil these dates and times in. Then, come and have a great time!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
American Village Field Trip Pictures!
Here are some pictures that I snapped during our recent trip to the American Village.
What a sweet time we had!
Enjoy...
If you have any HCS-6 pictures that you would like to have posted, please feel free to email them to me!
Just a few things....
Hello HCS-6 Families!
There are a few important things that I wanted to put out there before our upcoming meeting in 2 weeks (Tuesday, January 27, at the School Office. Start time is 1:00)....
The first thing, is that one of our field trips, scheduled for April, is to the birth place of Helen Keller in Tuscumbia, Alabama (more details on that at the meeting). We were hoping to combine that with an HCS-6 campout for that weekend up at Joe Wheeler State Park. However, we've never actually been there, so I was hoping that some of you had.
If that applies to you, would you mind shooting me (Gayle) an email at westiecrew6@gmail.com or leaving a comment beneath this post? Thanks so much!
Secondly, after speaking with several of you, we have been tossing around an idea for beginning a mentoring program within HCS-6. What that means, is that we would like a way to connect the newer homeschoolers with the more seasoned ones in order to offer guidance, advice, and all around support. The problem is that we have no brilliant ideas about how to pull that off logistically. SO, that's where we'd like for you to come in. Here are a couple of questions:
1. Would this be something that would interest you whether as a mentor or the....ummmm....ment-ee? ment-ed? Person Begging ForMercy? ;)
2. How would you think this would be best be offered? As a Mom'sNight Out? On an assignment basis (ex: Beulah is over Bertha, Petunia and Bessie)? Something else?
Inquiring minds need to know, so please shoot me an email, comment, or bring your suggestions to the meeting on the 27th.
Lastly, we are offering a semi-last minute opportunity for fellowship in the form of a Mom's Night Out this Friday, January 16. We will be meeting at Starbucks in Alabaster at 7 p.m. and we would love for you to join us! No need to RSVP because this is just a casual "come if you're able".
Thanks for all of your help and we look forward to seeing you in a couple of weeks (if not sooner)!
There are a few important things that I wanted to put out there before our upcoming meeting in 2 weeks (Tuesday, January 27, at the School Office. Start time is 1:00)....
The first thing, is that one of our field trips, scheduled for April, is to the birth place of Helen Keller in Tuscumbia, Alabama (more details on that at the meeting). We were hoping to combine that with an HCS-6 campout for that weekend up at Joe Wheeler State Park. However, we've never actually been there, so I was hoping that some of you had.
If that applies to you, would you mind shooting me (Gayle) an email at westiecrew6@gmail.com or leaving a comment beneath this post? Thanks so much!
Secondly, after speaking with several of you, we have been tossing around an idea for beginning a mentoring program within HCS-6. What that means, is that we would like a way to connect the newer homeschoolers with the more seasoned ones in order to offer guidance, advice, and all around support. The problem is that we have no brilliant ideas about how to pull that off logistically. SO, that's where we'd like for you to come in. Here are a couple of questions:
1. Would this be something that would interest you whether as a mentor or the....ummmm....ment-ee? ment-ed? Person Begging ForMercy? ;)
2. How would you think this would be best be offered? As a Mom'sNight Out? On an assignment basis (ex: Beulah is over Bertha, Petunia and Bessie)? Something else?
Inquiring minds need to know, so please shoot me an email, comment, or bring your suggestions to the meeting on the 27th.
Lastly, we are offering a semi-last minute opportunity for fellowship in the form of a Mom's Night Out this Friday, January 16. We will be meeting at Starbucks in Alabaster at 7 p.m. and we would love for you to join us! No need to RSVP because this is just a casual "come if you're able".
Thanks for all of your help and we look forward to seeing you in a couple of weeks (if not sooner)!
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