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SUMMARY:Ask An Attorney
DESCRIPTION:Ask An Attorney\nby Richland Library\nFriday\, April 12th @1pm\nFREE — Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event \nDuring the Ask An Attorney event you will have an opportunity to sit down\, one-on-one with a lawyer to ask for guidance and direction on any number of legal issues you are facing. Past attendees have had a chance to ask about guardianship\, criminal charges\, civil \nSessions may be limited to fifteen minutes\, and referrals will often be provided if necessary. \nRegistration is required for your free appointment to see an attorney. Please call the Social Work Department at 803-509-8371 or email socialworker@richlandlibrary.com to secure your reservation. \nDisclaimer: This will not establish a client-attorney relationship but can be used as a starting place in your research. The attorney will not owe you any services at the end of the session\, unless you elect to retain the attorney. \nRichland Library also provides access to Gale Legal Forms\, a free collection of South Carolina – specific forms that can be downloaded\, completed\, and printed. Forms are available on topics such as family law\, landlord/tenant matters\, and contracts. \nMore info HERE. The Richland Library is located at 1431 Assembly St.\, Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/ask-an-attorney/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240323T120000
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SUMMARY:Litter Pick-up
DESCRIPTION:Great American Clean-up:\nLitter Pick-up\nby Keep the Midlands Beautiful\nSaturday\, March 23 at 9 am\nFree — 12+/Adults\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event\, please contact Keep the Midlands Beautiful (Click HERE to sign up as a volunteer) \n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers Needed: 2024 GAC Kickoff   \nAt Keep the Midlands Beautiful\, we’re incredibly proud of the work we do alongside dedicated volunteers like you. Together\, we’re not just cleaning up our neighborhoods – we’re transforming them into vibrant\, safe\, and healthy spaces where everyone can thrive. \nThrough programs like the Great American Cleanup\, an annual nationwide cleanup program initiated by Keep America Beautiful\, we can make a real difference in the movement to make our community a better place to live\, work\, and play. \nAlthough we encourage all of our volunteers to participate in cleanups throughout the program’s length\, March 19th – June 20th\, we are kicking off this year’s Great American Cleanup initiative with a litter cleanup around Midlands Technical College- Airport Campus to help encourage our community to come together to make a difference.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up for event here!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/litter-pick-up-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240322T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240322T120000
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SUMMARY:SC Homeschool Family Day: Canceled
DESCRIPTION:SC Homeschool Family Day\nCanceled due to inclement weather\nby Premier Apps Solutions\nFriday\, March 22nd @10am\nParents — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nIt’s time for parents to let loose and enjoy some well-deserved time having fun with other homeschoolers! This in-person event is exclusively for homeschool parents like you. Take a break from the daily routine and connect with other homeschooling families in our community. Whether you’re a seasoned homeschooler or just starting out\, this event is the perfect opportunity to unwind\, share experiences\, and make new friends. Don’t miss out on this chance to recharge and have a blast with fellow homeschool parents at SC Homeschool Family Day! \n*Each vehicle must pay the $5.00 parking fee to enter park to their teller. \nRegister here! \nLeo’s Landing is located at 6071 Saint Andrews Road Columbia\, SC
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-homeschool-family-day/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240323
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
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SUMMARY:SWU Campus Preview
DESCRIPTION:SWU Campus Preview\nby Southern Wesleyan University\nFriday\, March 22 @9am\nTeens/Parents — FREE\n  \nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City Event. Contact SWU for more details and registration \nPreview Day is a great way to explore SWU alongside other prospective students and learn more about the campus\,  community\, and what it’s like to attend college there. You’ll have the opportunity to tour campus\, interact with students and faculty\, learn about our majors\, and more! \nIn an effort to remove barriers\, there is no application fee and we are test optional\, which means students are not required to take the SAT/ACT for admission to the university. \nClick here to register for SWU preview day\, located at 907 Wesleyan Dr\, Central\, SC 29630 \nSouthern Wesleyan University Office of Admissions\n(864) 644-5550\nadmissions@swu.edu
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/swu-campus-preview-2/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
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SUMMARY:Hopes & Dreams Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hopes & Dreams Conference\nby Family Connection SC\nThursday\, March 21st @ 9am\nPrices vary\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nOur 2024 Hopes & Dreams Conference brings together parents\, students\, professionals\, exhibitors\, and sponsors for a day of learning and collaboration! \nParents: Apply for a scholarship\nA limited number of parent scholarships are available to attend conference at no cost. Parents who have been awarded a scholarship will be notified via email by March 1. \nWe are planning 15 breakout sessions and two general sessions. Keynote speakers and session topics will be announced soon! \n\nFamily Connection is changing lives by making connections\, raising awareness\, and promoting inclusion for those who have a disability or chronic health condition. \nLearn more about our work: https://www.familyconnectionsc.org/our-work/ \nPricing: \nAttendee: $85 \n\n\n\n\n\nEarly bird pricing ends on February 29th. Beginning March 1\, ticket price will be $100 \nStudent: $25 \nThe Hopes & Dreams Conference will be held at R2i2 Conference Center: 763 Fashion Drive in Columbia\, SC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/hopes-dreams-conference/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T180000
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SUMMARY:Great Homeschool Convention 2024
DESCRIPTION:Great Homeschool Convention\nGreenville\, SC 2024\nMarch 14-16\nParent/Educators/Families\nNote: This is *not* a Cola City event. Contact Great Homeschool Convention for more information and registration \nThe Great Homeschool Convention is a happens in 5 locations across the nation. The Southeast Location is Greenville\, SC. Other stops include: Texas\, Ohio\, California and Missouri. \nNationally reknown speakers and workshop presenters will be there. Workshop tracks emphasize Homeschool 101\, Parenting\, Classical Education\, Charlotte Mason\, High School and Special Needs. Plus\, there’s Kids’ and Teens’ tracks and events. \nVendor hall has lots of great resources. Shopping only passes are available. FREE admission to the vendor hall on Thursday\, only.\nSign up to volunteer for a 4-hour shift and get free admission to the conference.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/great-homeschool-convention-2024/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T180000
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Ed Spaces: Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Environmental Education Workshop\nby Shroud Water Research Center\nWednesday\, March 6th @ 4pm\nVirtual — Parents/Teachers\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nOutdoor learning spaces benefit water quality and wildlife habitat and provide meaningful outdoor learning opportunities for teachers and their K–12 students. \nIn this workshop\, participants will hear directly from elementary through high school educators who have created outdoor learning spaces at their schools\, and from Stroud Center education staff. They will discuss the process of creating outdoor learning spaces\, from design and building to lesson implementation. \nPresenters will also share tips on how to get started\, how to find funding\, what design tools to use\, and how to successfully communicate with key staff in the district. \nResources and a recording of the webinar will be shared after the workshop with all registrants. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, March 6\, 2024\, 4–6 p.m. EST.\nWhere: Online via Zoom. The connection link will be emailed prior to the event\, and a recording of the webinar will be sent to participants.\nAudience: This online session is open to all audiences\, but it is especially supportive to homeschool providers\, classroom teachers\, and nonformal environmental educators. Two hours of Act 48 are available for Pennsylvania Certified Teachers. A certificate of participation will be provided upon request.\nCost: $10. Submit the registration form and then make the payment.\nDeadline to register: 5 p.m. EST on March 5.\nQuestions? Find the event page Here or Email tmuenz@stroudcenter.org
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/outdoor-ed-spaces-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240220T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20240215T190935Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Huddle: Discus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Huddle: Discus Workshop\nBy South Congaree Branch/Lexington Library\nTuesday\, February 20 at 5:30 pm\nFREE — Parents/Educators\n  \nNOTE: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact Lexington Library for more details. \nHomeschool Huddle is a monthly workshop hosted by South Congaree-Pineridge Branch Library at 200 Sunset Drive\, West Columbia\, SC 29172. \nTuesday\, Feb 20\, 5:30 PM: Reference coordinator for the library system\, Amanda Stone\, will be the guest speaker and will present a workshop on using Discus. It is truly a hidden gem! Come learn how to use this wonderful tool in your homeschool. \nYouth services staff will hang out with your children and work on some STEM activities or they can sit in on the parent workshop if you prefer that. \nNo need to sign up\, just show up. You do not have to be a county resident to learn about the Discus resource–it’s available statewide for all SC residents. \nContact Branch Librarian for questions.\nCarol Clark\, 803.785.3050\nCCLARK@lex.lib.sc.us 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-huddle-discus/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240220
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T193343Z
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SUMMARY:SWU Campus Preview
DESCRIPTION:SWU Campus Preview\nby Southern Wesleyan University\nMonday\, February 19 @9am\nTeens/Parents — FREE\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City Event. Contact SWU for more details and registration \nPreview Day is a great way to explore SWU alongside other prospective students and learn more about the campus\,  community\, and what it’s like to attend college there. You’ll have the opportunity to tour campus\, interact with students and faculty\, learn about our majors\, and more! \nIn an effort to remove barriers\, there is no application fee and we are test optional\, which means students are not required to take the SAT/ACT for admission to the university. \nClick here to register for SWU preview day\, located at 907 Wesleyan Dr\, Central\, SC 29630 \nSouthern Wesleyan University Office of Admissions\n(864) 644-5550\nadmissions@swu.edu
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/swu-campus-preview/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240209T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231216T192907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T202025Z
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SUMMARY:Careers in Education at Newberry College
DESCRIPTION:Careers in Education\nby Newberry College\nFriday\, Feb 9th @10am\nFREE — Teens\n  \nNewberry College Department of Education would like to cordially invite you and your students to a special day of education activities.  Join us for a tour of the Japanese Gardens where we will be working on math problems and math activities. \n Then we will treat you to a free meal and finally there will be a time to meet and greet local experts.  These experts will discuss how their education has helped them in their careers.  This event is not just for future teachers we would like to welcome anyone who would like to join us. \n The event is planned for February 9\, 2024 at Newberry College \nFrom 10:00am -2:00pm \nWe will meet at The Center for Teacher Education \n1121 Speers Street \nNewberry\, SC  29108 \nPLEASE RSVP to Angelia Bedenbaugh at angelia.bedenbaugh@newberry.edu  no later than January 29\, 2024 \nMore information on Newberry College’s Department of Education HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/careers-in-education-at-newberry-college/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240205T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240205T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231216T194540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T194540Z
UID:29970-1707120000-1707123600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Online Book Club with TSCHAA
DESCRIPTION:Online Book Club\nby TSCHAA\nFeb 5-9\nFREE — Parents\n  \nDid you know professional development is important for all careers\, including homeschooling?? One of the best ways to grow as a homeschool educator is to read books about homeschooling! \nYou are invited to join TSCHAA for an online book discussion for The Modern Miss Mason by Leah Boden. We will read the book on our own and then discuss it online from February 5-9 in a private online group. This is open to ALL homeschool parents. \nRegistration opens soon!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/online-book-club-with-tschaa/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231013T192944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T192944Z
UID:29762-1706054400-1706140799@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Campus Preview @CSU
DESCRIPTION:A Day in the Life Campus Preview\nby Charleston Southern University\nWednesday\, January 24\nHigh School Seniors — Free\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Charleston Southern for more details and registration. \nThis special event is intended for high school seniors who are interested in Nursing or Science/Math majors. Come attend Chapel\, sit in on actual classes\, and more! This event will allow you to get a taste of everyday life as a Buccaneer. Sign up for A Day in the Life below!\nClick HERE  \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/campus-preview-csu/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240116T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231127T200306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T200306Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Eco-Anxiety- Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Managing Eco-Anxiety through Outdoor Learning\nby Outdoor Learning Store\nTuesday\, Jan 16 @7pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. For more information\, contact The Outdoor Learning Store Workshop Series. \nThe Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series \n\n\nWe are excited to offer this series in partnership with Take Me Outside and our Outdoor Learning Partners! \n\nRegistration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!\nAll registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register\nWorkshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 7pm Eastern\nFor those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on our Recordings Page\nFollowing the workshop\, participants will receive a link through which they can access a Certificate of Attendance\nSubscribe to our seasonal updates to stay in the loop on these and future workshops\n\nWith Educators and Earth Rangers\, Stephanie Doyle and Nicole Forsyth\n\nWhen kids are worried about the environment\, they can feel scared\, overwhelmed and even hopeless. This is called eco-anxiety. But what can we do about it? \nHow about turning Eco-Anxiety into Eco-Action? Eco-anxiety is a valid response to the real challenges our kids see around them. As adults\, our job isn’t to make their concerns go away; it’s to help channel them into positive action. Join Stephanie and Nicole who will share research and practical ways on how Outdoor Learning and Environmental Action can help to manage Eco-Anxiety. \nStephanie Doyle\, PhD\, is the Education Programs Manager at Earth Rangers. Earth Rangers Homeroom supports K-6 educators in transforming children’s concerns about the environment into positive action through classroom resources\, an eco clubs program and the “Eco-Anxiety to Eco-Action” micro-credential. \nNicole Forsyth is the Managing Director for Earth Rangers\, USA\, a nonprofit committed to instilling environmental knowledge\, positivity\, and the confidence to take action in every child in Canada and now the United States. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop\, you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared\, the recording\, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance. \nLearn more from Earth Rangers Experts in our: \n\n‘Eco Anxiety to Eco Action’ Podcast Episode \n\nTake Action with Climate Education: \n\nGroundswell: Indigenous Knowledge and a Call to Action for Climate Change \nTeaching Kids about Climate Change\nTeaching Teens About Climate Change 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/outdoorlearningseries/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240104T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240104T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231216T195758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T195758Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub at Chapin Branch Library
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub\nby Chapin Branch Library\nMonday\, Jan 4th @6pm\nFREE — Parents\nLisa Baghdady\, veteran homeschooling mother of six\, co-director and high school English instructor at Dutch Fork Homeschool Resource Center\, a tutoring center for homeschoolers\, and a freelance copyeditor/proofreader and writer will be here to discuss all things homeschooling English/Language Arts for all ages. Bring your questions— she’s got answers! \nContact the branch if an individual with a disability needs reasonable accommodations or support. \nChapin Branch Library is located at 129 NW Columbia Ave\, Chapin\, SC \nMore info on the Chapin Branch Library HERE 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub-at-chapin-branch-library/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231220T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231220T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231207T004657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T004657Z
UID:29954-1703091600-1703095200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Behavior Dysregulation & De-escalation Strategies Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Behavior Dysregulation & De-escalation Strategies Workshop\nby Children’s Mental Health Resource Center\nWednesday\, Dec 20th @5pm\nFREE — Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nClinical Seminar: Fight\, Flight\, Freeze Part 2: The Limbic System\, Behavior Dysregulation\, and De-escalation- \nThis Webinar will focus on how the limbic system contributes to dysregulation and how it can be the key to de-escalation in times of crisis. Traditional behavior modification techniques often don’t work for children and teens with mood disorders\, bipolar disorder\, and Fear of Harm. This causes frustration for kids\, parents\, teachers\, and their providers. Join us for a two part series to learn about the role the limbic system plays in common symptoms and behaviors associated with mood disorders and bipolar in children and teens. \nRegister HERE for the link to join.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/behavior-dysregulation-de-escalation-strategies-workshop/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231207T003050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T003050Z
UID:29951-1702495800-1702499400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Seasonal Mood Changes Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal Mood Change Virtual Workshop\nby Children’s Mental Health Resource Center\nWednesday\, Dec 13th @7:30pm\nFREE — Parents\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nThe changing of season from fall to winter brings more hours of darkness\, temperature fluctuations\, changes in the clocks\, and behavioral challenges. At this webinar you’ll learn about simple at home techniques you can use to make these seasonal transitions easier on the whole family. \nRegister HERE for this free virtual workshop.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/seasonal-mood-changes-workshop/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231207T000153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T000153Z
UID:29948-1702461600-1702465200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:NCAA Eligibility Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:NCAA Eligibility Virtual Workshop\nby NCAA Eligibility Center\nWednesday\, Dec 13th @10am\nFREE — 9th-12th\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nREGISTER here for an email link to this virtual webinar explaining the process of determining eligibility and what documentation is necessary. \nThe live link to join will not work until 15 minutes prior to the presentation. This webinar is for home-schooled college-bound student-athletes and families only. This webinar will include a live chat function\, so please come prepared with questions for the Eligibility Center staff presenters. \nMore info about NCAA and Homeschooling here.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/ncaa-eligibility-virtual-workshop/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231211
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20230831T141041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T141041Z
UID:29631-1702166400-1702252799@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Lyceum Scholars Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Lyceum Scholars Application Deadline\nBy Clemson University\nFor Seniors Class of 2024\nDue: December 10\nNote: This is *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Lyceum Scholars Program for more details about the application \nLYCEUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM:  \nOpen to incoming freshmen of any major\, the Lyceum Scholars Program uses a great books approach to studying the moral\, political and economic foundations of a free society. All Lyceum Scholars receive a $10\,000 scholarship disbursed over their four years at Clemson University. \nThose interested in becoming Lyceum Scholars should apply in their senior year of high school to the Lyceum Scholars Program and separately to Clemson University. The deadline to apply for the Fall 2024 cohort of the Lyceum Scholars Program is Dec. 10\, 2023. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/lyceum-scholars-application-deadline/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231116
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231104T143634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T143635Z
UID:29809-1700006400-1700092799@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Executive Function Empowerment Summit
DESCRIPTION:Executive Function Empowerment Summit\nby GoZen! Mental Health Coach\nWednesday\, Nov 15th\nFREE — Parents/Educators\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact Executive Funtion Empowerment Summit for more information and registration.  \nRaise Focused\, Motivated Learners! \nCalling all parents\, educators\, and professionals: Teach kids and teens the skills to focus their attention\, self-start\, remember instructions\, prioritize tasks\, and so much more at this FREE one-day event! \nDO YOUR KIDS STRUGGLE WITH FOCUS AND ORGANIZATION? \nTHESE AREN’T JUST CHALLENGES—THEY’RE EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS. EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS ARE LIKE THE BRAIN’S AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS. THEY HELP KIDS GET STUFF DONE. WHILE KIDS MAY NOT BE BORN WITH THE SKILLS TO FILTER DISTRACTIONS\, PRIORITIZE TASKS\, SET AND REACH GOALS\, AND REGULATE EMOTIONS\, THEY ARE BORN WITH THE POTENTIAL TO MASTER THESE SKILLS. \nSECURE YOUR FREE SPOT FOR THE NOV. 15\, 2023 EVENT \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/executive-function-empowerment-summit/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231114T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20230827T135430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T135430Z
UID:29624-1699988400-1699992000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Building Capacity: an Outdoor Learning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Building Capacity for Outdoor Learning: Introducing a Digital Tool for Success\nNovember\, 14th 2023 – 7:00 PM\nWith Outdoor Learning Experts Mariana Brussoni & Megan Zeni\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact The Outdoor Learning Store for more information and registration: CLICK HERE \nThe Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series:\n \n\nRegistration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!\nAll registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register\nWorkshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern.\nFor those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on the Recordings Page\nFollowing the workshop\, participants will receive a link through which they can access a certificate of attendance.\n\nJoin Mariana and Megan as they share the ‘BE OUT’ digital tool. BE OUT is a new tool for elementary (K-7) school teachers and includes exemplars of outdoor learning from a diversity of teachers organized in a digital format. \nThe tool is designed with very short (90 second) modules and targets teachers new to teaching outdoors with support in four key areas: understanding risky play in the school context; getting started teaching outdoors; teaching with an emergent curriculum; and assessment of learning. \nDr. Mariana Brussoni is Director of the Human Early Learning Partnership and Professor at the University of British Columbia and BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute. Her research investigates child injury prevention and children’s outdoor risky play with the aim of creating environments where all children can play outside every day. \nMegan Zeni is a mom of 3\, an experienced elementary school teacher\, and a master gardener. Megan successfully re-imagined the prep position in her public school and turned it into her dream job of spending her days with children in the garden classroom. Megan is an advocate for taking children outdoors at school in all kinds of weather to learn\, play\, and grow. Megan is also a PhD candidate at UBC in curriculum & pedagogy. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! After registering you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared\, and following the workshop you can access the recording\, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance. \nGrow your outdoor educator skills with: \n\nDirty Teaching\nLearn more about Outdoor Learning and Play
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/building-capacity-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231113T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231030T162946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T185313Z
UID:29786-1699898400-1699902000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub\nby Chapin Branch Library\nMonday\, November 13 @6pm\nParent/Educators — FREE\nNote: this event is *NOT* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Chapin Library for more details. \nInterested in getting started homeschooling? What about homeschooling high school? Come for this Q/A session at Chapin Branch Library\, 129 Columbia Ave\, Chapin\, SC 29036. Monday\, November 13 at 6 pm.\nActivities for youth while parents/educators are in the meeting.  \nFree\, open to the public.\nKim Andrysczyk is a 3rd Option Association director at SC TOP.\nAlso blogs at the SC Homeschooling Connection\, which is a free resource hub for all homeschoolers regardless which association you choose.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231111
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231031T193110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T193110Z
UID:29789-1699574400-1699660799@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Southern Wesleyan Preview Day
DESCRIPTION:SWU Campus Preview\nby Southern Wesleyan University\nFriday\, Nov 10 @9am\nTeens/Parents — FREE\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City Event. Contact SWU for more details and registration \nPreview Day is a great way to explore SWU alongside other prospective students and learn more about the campus\,  community\, and what it’s like to attend college there. You’ll have the opportunity to tour campus\, interact with students and faculty\, learn about our majors\, and more! \nIn an effort to remove barriers\, there is no application fee and we are test optional\, which means students are not required to take the SAT/ACT for admission to the university. \nClick here to register for SWU preview day\, located at 907 Wesleyan Dr\, Central\, SC 29630 \nSouthern Wesleyan University Office of Admissions\n(864) 644-5550\nadmissions@swu.edu
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/southern-wesleyan-preview-day/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231109T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231103T144801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T144921Z
UID:29799-1699534800-1699538400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Beyond Baking Cookies Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Beyond Baking Cookies Workshop\nby Kid’s Cook Real Food\nThursday\, Nov 9 at 1 pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNote: This is *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\, contact Kid’s Cook Real Food for more details and registration \nWant to strengthen your bond while teaching important life skills? Grab Your Spot for this FREE Live Online Class for Parents!  \n“Beyond Baking Cookies”: Register Now to Learn 3 Secrets to Building Confidence for Your Kids in the Kitchen \nIn this info-packed and interactive class\, kids cooking instructor and two-time TEDx speaker Katie Kimball will share 3 secrets to get kids cooking with confidence. \nYou’ll discover how teaching kids to cook saves time and money\, builds life skills and self-esteem\, and brings your family closer together. \nWhen you attend live or watch the recording\, the free show-up gift is yours! \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/beyond-baking-cookies-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231107T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231105T180222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T180826Z
UID:29812-1699378200-1699381800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Huddle\nby Lexington County Library\nTuesday\, Nov. 7 at 5:30pm\nFREE — Parent-Educators\nThe branch manager of The South Congaree-Pine Ridge Branch Library (Lexington County Public Library System) has recently started a program for this area called Homeschool Huddle. Their goal is to provide services and resources for the homeschool families in this area. \nOn Tuesday\, Nov 7 @ 5:30 the homeschool huddle group will meet for a Q & A time with a panel of seasoned homeschool parents in this area. Several new homeschool parents have asked for a time to talk with others who were more experienced to brainstorm and network together. \nKim Andrysczyk (of Cola City Homeschoolers/SC Homeschooling Connection) has been invited as a panelist. So come on out to meet-up and collaborate about these opportunities and resources! \nBring your child/children and the YS staff will provide a craft and storytime for them while the parents are meeting. \nSouth Congaree – Pine Ridge Branch Library\, 200 Sunset Drive\, West Columbia\, SC 29172\nQuestions about Homeschool Huddle: Contact Branch Librarian\, Carol Clark\n803.785.3050\, CCLARK@lex.lib.sc.us \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-huddle/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231103T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231103T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20231013T185910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T185948Z
UID:29755-1699030800-1699038000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Home Away From Home School @CSU
DESCRIPTION:Home Away From Home School\nBy Charleston Southern University\nFriday\, November 3 from 5-7pm\nHigh Schoolers — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City event. Contact Charleston Southern for more information and pre-registration \nYour home away from home for homeschool grads! You will feel right at home at Charleston Southern. CSU is home to an exciting Christian environment\, with faculty\, staff\, and coaches who embrace and exhibit a biblical worldview. The small class sizes foster an environment for critical thinking and growth. \nCharleston Southern would like to extend an invitation to homeschool families! Come for Home Away from Home School and enjoy a time of food\, fun\, and fellowship – plus an opportunity to learn more about Charleston Southern University. \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/away-from-home-school-csu/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231018T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20230905T160329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T160329Z
UID:29705-1697655600-1697659200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Spelling Difficulties: Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Why Is Spelling Difficult for Kids?\nBy Kendore Learning\nWednesday\, October 18th @7pm\nFree — Parents/Educators\nNote: This is *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please contact Kendore Learning to REGISTER FOR WEBINAR \nMany kids (and adults) find it challenging to understand the complexities of English spelling patterns. They can become easily frustrated when attempting to convey their ideas\, and their writing may be limited to only using words they know how to spell. If you see “hoping” for “hopping” and ‘peopl\, peeple\, or peopl’ for “people” when looking over homework assignments\, this is the webinar for you! \nDuring her presentation\, Executive Director\, Jennifer Hasser\, M.Ed.\, will discuss why many struggle with spelling and outline effective strategies for spelling instruction\, therefore reducing the need for rote memorization. With these strategies\, you can make spelling makes sense! \nParents and educators will come away from this presentation with a better understanding of why spelling errors occur and how to fix them. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance after the webinar to submit for CEUs to IMSLEC\, IDA\, ALTA and more. \nREGISTER FOR WEBINAR
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/spelling-difficulties-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231017T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20230827T135023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T135023Z
UID:29621-1697569200-1697572800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Heartbeat of the Earth: an Outdoor Learning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings\nOctober\, 17th 2023 –  7:00 PM\nWith Educator and Author Launa Purcell\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact The Outdoor Learning Store for more information and registration: CLICK HERE \nThe Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series:\n \n\nRegistration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!\nAll registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register\nWorkshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern.\nFor those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on the Recordings Page\nFollowing the workshop\, participants will receive a link through which they can access a certificate of attendance.\n\nJoin Author Launa as she shares about Heartbeat of the Earth – a Handbook on Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings. \nLauna Purcell is a member of the Xa’xtsa First Nation and a mother of two. Launa works as an Indigenous Educator and teaches Indigenous outdoor camps. \nThe activities inside instill traditional teachings of respect\, honor\, resourcefulness\, and humility in children. This handbook is intended to inspire parents\, caregivers\, and educators to provide children with meaningful outdoor experiences interwoven with traditional Indigenous knowledge. \nThis handbook isn’t a replacement for ensuring that local Indigenous knowledge and perspectives are central to your teaching. Rather\, this is a starting point\, and an encouragement to learn more\, and use these activities as an inspiration to adapt them and adopt new ones in a culturally appropriate and responsive way. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! After registration you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared. Following the workshop you will receive the recording\, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance. \nYou can access Launa’s beautiful resource here:\nHeartbeat of the Earth
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/heartbeat-of-the-earth-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231003T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20230827T134553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T134553Z
UID:29618-1696359600-1696363200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Patterns in Nature: An Outdoor Learning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Learning through Patterns in Nature\nOctober\, 3rd 2023 – 7:00 PM\nWith Educators Janice Novakowski & Megan Zeni\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact The Outdoor Learning Store for more information and registration: CLICK HERE \nThe Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series:\n \n\nRegistration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!\nAll registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register\nWorkshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern.\nFor those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on the Recordings Page\nFollowing the workshop\, participants will receive a link through which they can access a certificate of attendance.\n\nJoin Janice and Megan to learn about some fantastic resources for educating\, engaging\, and empowering students around patterns in nature – connecting to math\, numeracy and other curricula. \nJanice Novakowski is a district teacher consultant in the Richmond School District (BC) where she learns alongside preK-12 educators and students in the areas of mathematics and numeracy. She is also an Adjunct Professor at UBC where she teaches elementary mathematics education courses. Some of Janice’s fondest childhood experiences center on the outdoors\, carefully turning over rocks on beaches to find little crabs\, log jumping and hiking through moss and fern-filled forests. \nMegan Zeni is a mom of 3\, an experienced elementary school teacher\, and a master gardener. Megan successfully re-imagined the prep position in her public school and turned it into her dream job of spending her days with children in the garden classroom. \nMegan is an advocate for taking children outdoors at school in all kinds of weather to learn\, play\, and grow. Megan is also a PhD candidate at UBC in curriculum & pedagogy. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! After registration you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared. Following the workshop you will receive the recording\, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance. \nYou can access these empowering resources here: \n\n    Messy Maths\n    Patterns in Nature Kit: Coming Soon!!!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/patterns-in-nature-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230926T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20230827T134020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T134020Z
UID:29615-1695754800-1695758400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Wild Learning: A Outdoor Learning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wild Learning: Practical Ideas to Bring Teaching Outdoors\nSeptember\, 26th 2023 – 7:00 PM Eastern\nWith Educator and Author Rachel Tidd\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact The Outdoor Learning Store for more information and registration: CLICK HERE \nThe Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series:\n \n\nRegistration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!\nAll registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register\nWorkshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern.\nFor those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on the Recordings Page\nFollowing the workshop\, participants will receive a link through which they can access a certificate of attendance.\n\nRachel Tidd has extensive teaching experience as an elementary and special education teacher and homeschool parent. She is a doctoral student at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point in Educational Sustainability. She has a BSc in Environmental Science and a Master’s degree in Elementary and Special Education. \n\nPassionate about integrating the outdoors and natural materials in core academic areas such as reading and math\, Rachel has authored the Wild Math® and Wild Reading® Curricula and the book Wild Learning: Practical Ideas for Bringing Teaching Outdoors. \nRachel will share tips\, tricks\, and strategies from Wild Learning: Practical Ideas for Bringing Teaching Outdoors. This book gives teachers practical activities they can immediately implement and helps educators overcome common barriers to outdoor instruction. These activities can be done in common outdoor spaces accessible to teachers in all school settings\, and they are adaptable to their current curriculum—not an extra thing to try to fit into their day. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! After registration you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared. Following the workshop you will receive the recording\, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance. \nYou can access Rachel’s fantastic resource here:\nWild Learning: Practical Ideas for Bringing Teaching Outdoors
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/wild-learning-a-outdoor-learning-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T131933
CREATED:20230901T133428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T133428Z
UID:29695-1695463200-1695484800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Art Class: Drawing 101
DESCRIPTION:Art Class: Drawing 101\nBy Columbia Museum of Art\nSaturday\, Sept 23 from 10am -4pm\nAges 15+ — $80/participant\nNote: This is *not* a Cola City event. Contact Columbia Museum of Art for more information and registration. \nPencil in some time to work on foundational drawing techniques in this one-day workshop. Students experiment with pencil\, charcoal\, and conté crayon and take an in-depth exploration of proportions and value and textural contrasts. \nTaught by Mary Hendrix\, who holds a bachelor’s degree in art from East Tennessee State University and a master’s degree in teaching from the University of South Carolina. \nAges 15 and up. All materials and equipment provided.\n$80 / $64 for members.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/art-class-drawing-101/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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