Long Island/NYC Homeschool New York/LEAH

Friday, November 1, 2024
7th Annual National Homeschool Day of Prayer

Join homeschool families across the nation and the world in a special day of prayer.

Follow the Freedom page for hourly prayer prompts starting at 10:00 AM (EDT), special guests throughout the day, and more. This annual event takes place the first Friday of November.

FREE ACTIVITY GUIDE
Download the free activity guide and print copies for each of your children to enjoy the activity and coloring pages throughout the day and beyond.

LEARN MORE: https://homeschoolfreedom.com/prayer

Stop worrying and embrace it! :)

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New York’s “Equal Rights” Constitutional Amendment: Be Informed and Vote! | NYS LEAH Homeschool New York exists as an organization primarily for the support and advocacy of home education, according to the scriptural design found in passages ...

It's not too late to start your homeschool year strong with this self-paced two-week online course that educates, equips, and encourages parents to be confident home educators!

This course is for ALL parents considering homeschooling OR actively homeschooling. New homeschoolers will get their questions answered, and experienced homeschoolers will gain tools to take their parenting and teaching to the next level.

Homeschool New York / LEAH members get $25 off! A coupon code can be found in The Homeschool New York Minute emails.

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Or click here to learn more about our course! https://www.leah.org/blog/homeschool-university-start-strong-new-york/

Did you know we have a virtual chapter? LEAH-Connect meets the second Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Join us next week on Oct. 8 at 7:30pm! Sign up by emailing hosts Rob and Julie Spanarelli at [email protected]

"By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures." Proverbs 24:3-4

If you’ve ever said “I could never teach my child “, let’s bust that myth right now!

Constitution Day Essay Contest Announcement

In celebration of Constitution Day, the New York State Unified Court System announces the inaugural Constitution Day Essay Contest. All high school students residing in NYS (including homeschoolers) are invited to submit essays that discuss this year’s theme: The Role of the U.S. Constitution in Promoting Civic Engagement: Ensuring a Thriving Democracy. The goal of this contest is to motivate students to thoughtfully read and explore the United States Constitution, thus promoting active engagement in the democratic process. Students whose parents or guardians are employed by the New York State Unified Court System are not eligible for this essay contest.

Submission Requirements;

✅ Essays must follow the theme stated above and not exceed 500 words.
✅ Only one submission is permitted per student. Each entry must be original, composed by the submitting student, must not have previously won a prize, and must comply with copyright laws.
✅ Essays must be submitted electronically in PDF format to [email protected] with the subject line "Constitution Day Essay Contest."
✅ Each submission must include a cover page with the essay title, your name, school (if applicable), contact information, and a statement that the student does not have a parent or guardian that is employed by the New York State Unified Court System. Please DO NOT INCLUDE ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION WITHIN THE ESSAY ITSELF. Any submitted essay that includes identifying information or fails to adhere to the submission guidelines will be disqualified.
✅ Attach both the cover page and the essay as separate PDF files in a single email.

Deadline for Essay Submission: October 30, 2024

✅ All participants will receive a pocket-sized Constitution and a Certificate of Participation.
✅ The NYS UCS encourages all students with disabilities to participate and will provide accommodations to those who need them to ensure a fair and inclusive contest; please inquire at [email protected].

Prizes:

Essays from the First, Second, and Third-Place winners will receive a Certificate of Achievement, statewide recognition by being showcased NYS UCS website, and one of the following:

✅ First Place Winner: Gold Medal – only one winner
✅ Second Place Winner: Silver Medal – only one winner
✅ Third Place Winner: Bronze Medal – only one winner
✅ Honorable Mentions: One for each Judicial District of the New York State Unified Court System

Winners will be announced on or before December 31, 2024.

For further inquiries, please contact the Statewide Civic Engagement Coordinator
at [email protected]. More information can be found in The Homeschool New York Minute emails.

Did you know we have a virtual chapter? LEAH-Connect meets the second Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Join us next on Oct. 8 at 7:30pm! Sign up by emailing hosts Rob and Julie Spanarelli at [email protected]

"By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures." Proverbs 24:3-4

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Grateful for a positive outcome at the Huntington School District Board meeting last night! Thank you to the homeschooling community that showed up for support.
The 2 students who spoke did a wonderful job stating how reporting and getting their LOE has an impact on their future plans. Huntington has agreed to receive paperwork for students beyond compulsory age and stated that they would grant an LOE for those families who fulfill the requirements of CR 100.10.
There will be follow up to ensure that this becomes a board policy, and not just a one-off exception.
All homeschoolers should be treated equally across the state, your outcome should not depend on where you live.
Homeschool New York/LEAH stands ready to help you!

NYS LEAH New York State Home Schooling Support Group | Christian Homeschooling LEAH is a Christian organization with a network of homeschooling families to support and encourage you during every step of your homeschooling journey.

Did you know we have a virtual chapter? LEAH-Connect meets the second Tuesday of each month via Zoom. Join us next on Sep. 10 at 7:30pm! Sign up by emailing hosts Rob and Julie Spanarelli at [email protected]

"By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures." Proverbs 24:3-4

3 MORE DAYS to get $40 off Start Strong New York by Homeschool University!

This is a self-paced 2-week online course that educates, equips, and encourages parents to be confident home educators!

This course is for ALL parents considering homeschooling OR actively homeschooling. New homeschoolers will get their basic questions answered and be equipped to homeschool their children. Those who have homeschooled for years will be given the tools to maximize their children's learning styles, reassess curriculum, manage time more effectively, and take their parenting and teaching to the next level.

Get this course for ONLY $39 when you register by this Saturday, August 31, 2024!
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Or click here to learn more about our course! https://www.leah.org/blog/homeschool-university-start-strong-new-york/

🎉 Introducing Start Strong New York by Homeschool University! 🎉

This is a 2-week online course that educates, equips, and encourages parents to be confident home educators.

This course is for ALL parents considering homeschooling OR actively homeschooling. New homeschoolers will get their basic questions answered and be equipped to homeschool their children. Those who have homeschooled for years will be given the tools to maximize their children's learning styles, reassess curriculum, manage time more effectively, and take their parenting and teaching to the next level.

Get $40 OFF when you register by August 31, 2024!
Use launch code: NYS40 to claim your discount today 😎
Click here to get started: https://homeschool-university.com/p/start-strong-newyork?affcode=219387_yft7onyu

Or click here to learn more about our course! https://www.leah.org/blog/homeschool-university-start-strong-new-york/

Pursuing Proactive Parenting: A Weekend Parenting Event with Scott and Rachel Foreman

Event Details:
Friday Night: These sessions are designed for parents of teens and tweens, from 7-9 PM.

Saturday: These sessions are tailored for parents of tweens and younger, from 10 AM to 2:30 PM.

The cost is $21.41 per person, covering the resources, Saturday snacks, and lunch. Please note, there will be no childcare provided; parents should arrange babysitting.

Friday Night (Parents of Teens and Tweens):
You will learn about:
✅ Setting spiritual priorities for your teens.
✅ Prioritizing time and shepherding your teen.
✅ Adopting a proactive approach to addressing purity.

Saturday (Parents of Tweens and Younger):
You will learn about:
✅ God's blueprint for authority, structure, and priorities in the home.
✅ Authority vs. Influence + effective training tactics for toddlers.
✅ How to deal with conflict biblically and discipline effectively.

Register here: wol.to/events
As the event approaches, we will send additional information, such as the session locations.

https://www.leah.org/blog/homeschool-university-start-strong-new-york/

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Homeschool New York/LEAH:Loving Education At Home Loving Education At Home is a Christian organization, the members of which are like-minded Christian home education support groups made up of families dedicated to observing the Biblical commands of Deuteronomy 6:4-10,
Proverbs 22:6, and Ephesians 6:4.

Announcement! Special Early College Rate for LEAH Members!

Houghton University would like to announce the Hal and Sheila Heiner Early College Scholarship for Homeschool New York members. Junior and Seniors may now take our early college courses (à la carte or toward the NYS equivalency diploma) for the low flat rate of $50/credit hour (a savings of $10/credit hour!).

If you act quickly, you can still register for these high-quality college courses taught from a Christian perspective. Each fully online course is 3 credits, and these courses can count toward the student’s high school diploma as well as their college transcript.

Click here for a full listing of fall semester (beginning September 2) courses: https://www.houghton.edu/early-college/

Please encourage your interested students to register here right away for fall semester courses (instructions for claiming your discount can be found in The Homeschool New York Minute emails). Fall registration will close on August 23. https://admission.houghton.edu/register/eca

We look forward to working with you; please reach out with any questions!

Heather Arnold
Director of Strategic Partnerships and Graduate Admission
[email protected] | Call: 585.567.9372 | Text: 585.207.3022

24-25 Customizable Planner (Digital Download)

See The Homeschool New York Minute emails to download and print the perfect planner for your homeschool! Uniquely customizable, it includes sections on attendance tracking and calendars, lesson planning, tips and tricks for teachers, and high school-specific content. Designed to fit all ages and stages, its scope goes beyond academic subjects to help you plan and document your child's holistic learning experience.

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From now through December of 2023, IEW is hosting a monthly drawing for a $50 gift certificate in honor of Homeschool New York / LEAH's 40th anniversary! Visit The Homeschool New York Minute to enter for the chance to win October's prize!