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SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: College Scholarships & Financial Aid
DESCRIPTION:College Scholarships & Financial Aid:\nVirtual Workshop\nby SC Homeschooling Connection\nwith  Clear Vision College Counseling\nThursday\, Sept 17 at 2pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNote this is a free event by SC Homeschooling Connection. Scroll down to register so we can send you the zoom link and keep an eye out for you.\nThe workshop will also be recorded for replay. \nAs you’re looking ahead to college tuition costs\, let’s talk about financial aid\, grants\, loans and scholarships. Clear Vision College Counseling is here to help us understand the various options to consider. \nRegister here to reserve your space!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/virtual-workshop-college-scholarships-financial-aid/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
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SUMMARY:Parenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety- Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Parenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety\nby Roya Dedeaux\nThursday\, Sept 26th @2pm\nParents — FREE Virtual\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \n30 minute webinar for parents to help with…\nParenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety\nEven when it scares the $#$@ out of both of you 😉\n\nDo your teens doubt their own abilities?\nHave your teens expressed their worry that they don’t have what it takes to “adult?”\nAre they worried they missed out on some vital piece of information?\nDo they feel like they didn’t get the growing-up handbook everyone else did?\n\nWhat do you do when your awesome kid doesn’t believe you when you tell them how capable they are? \nThis 30 minute parenting webinar is designed to give parents the tools and opportunity to look at their own feelings about their growing-up-kids\, and figure out how to best help them through the launching process.\n\n​Will you get tools & language to use right away? Absolutely.\nWill it help you communicate with your kids even when you’re both anxious? Yup.\nWill your teens benefit from more effective support from you? 100%\n\nIf you want to support your teens & young adult kids during this normal-yet-terrifying developmental process\, but you’re struggling with how much to push when they feel overwhelmed\, while also allowing that “launching” in 2024 looks very different than it did for you back in 19*mumble mumble*… so you aren’t sure what to do… Then this is for you. \n  \nReserve your spot HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/parenting-teens-through-launch-anxiety-webinar/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T014326Z
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SUMMARY:ACT Webinar: Choosing the "Right" College
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the “Right” College\nby ACT & CollegeWise\nWednesday\, Oct 16 @7pm EST\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This event is *NOT* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact ACT for more information \nFinding Your Fit: Researching & Choosing the Right College\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. CT/7:00 p.m. ET \n\nAbout this session: With over 4\,000 universities just in the US\, it’s no wonder most students feel overwhelmed by the research process to find the right schools. Where do you even begin? \nIn this webinar\, Collegewise admission experts will be sharing top tips on how to effectively conduct college research and solidify a well-rounded list of schools. We want every student to be thrilled about their options. \nBy the end of the session\, you will discover: \n\nHow to do robust and effective research\nWhat factors to consider when conducting college research\nHow to maximize college visits\nHow to create a balanced college list that includes likely\, target\, and reach schools\nHow to find schools that are the right fit for your personality\, aspirations\, and budget\n\nCollege research doesn’t have to be so complicated\, and with Collegewise expert advice\, you’ll be all set to approach it with a greater sense of confidence. \nRegister now and secure your seat!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/act-webinar-choosing-the-right-college/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
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SUMMARY:Bridge Day
DESCRIPTION:Bridge Day\nby Spivey Sparks (TPT)\nSaturday\, Oct 19th\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nDid you know? \nToday is Bridge Day\, a celebration commemorating the building of the New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia.  But we can celebrate it here in SC by building our own bridges! \nHere’s a FREE  STEM activity from Spivey Sparks on Teachers Pay Teachers that will walk you through the math\, science\, and planning that goes into building a functional bridge.  Test your build to see if it will withstand weight\, water\, and even simulated natural disasters! \nFind the FREE PDF HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/bridge-day/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T113000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T204111Z
UID:31216-1729764000-1729769400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Learning Differences
DESCRIPTION:Adapting Curriculum for Struggling Learners:\nVirtual Workshop\nby SC Homeschooling Connection\nwith BJU Press/Homeworks\nThursday\, Oct 24 at 2pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNote this is a free event by SC Homeschooling Connection. Scroll down to register so we can send you the zoom link and keep an eye out for you.\nThe workshop will also be recorded for replay. \nAdapting Curriculum for Struggling Learners: Discover ideas for planning\, scheduling\, and adapting materials to meet your child’s learning style. Examples will be shown from BJU resources. But\, you can use these strategies for any resources. \nPeggy has been involved in education for over 35 years as a homeschool mom\, classroom teacher\, substitute teacher\, tutor\, and elementary-level curriculum writer. Working with her own struggling learner at home as well as substituting in a Christian special education school led Peggy to pursue further training through a special education degree. She has the desire for every child to acquire the tools he or she needs to reach their full God-given potential. Peggy and her husband\, Arnold\, live in South Carolina. They have three grown children. Peggy is a consultant with HomeWorks by Precept and convention workshop presenter. She stays in touch with homeschooling as her oldest daughter homeschools four of their grandchildren. \nRegister here to reserve your space!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/virtual-workshop-learning-differences/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T083000
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UID:31108-1730448000-1730449800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:My Street\, My Story Competition
DESCRIPTION:My Street\, My Story Competition\nby USC Center for Civil Rights\nDeadline: Nov 1\nAll High Schoolers — Free\nNote this is NOT hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please contact USC Center for Civil Rights for more information and submission \n\n\nColumbia-area high school students are invited to participate in “My Street\, My Story: Celebrating History and Community through Youth Expression\,” a visual and literary arts contest created by the USC Center for Civil Rights History and Research. \nInspired by the Center’s current exhibition\, Intersection on Main Street: African American Life in Columbia\, located in the Columbia Museum of Art’s Our Story Matters gallery\, students are encouraged to use their preferred methods of artistic or written expression to create a body of work that draws connections from the stories of community and resilience of the Historic Black Business District in Columbia to their own present-day experiences in their community.  \nMORE Information Click HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/my-street-my-story-competition/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Take Action Club,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
CREATED:20241004T012517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T012517Z
UID:31164-1730638800-1730642400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:NCAA Webinar
DESCRIPTION:NCAA Webinar\nBy NCAA Eligibility Center\nSunday\, November 3 @ 6pm\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This event is *NOT* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact NCAA for more information \nAre you a student-athlete dreaming of playing your sport at the NCAA level? Invest in your future and spend an hour on Sunday\, Nov. 3\, from 6 to 7 p.m. Eastern time\, understanding the requirements and how to prepare for NCAA certification. Join NCAA Eligibility Center staff\, who will walk you through what you need to do to compete at the NCAA Division I\, II or III level. \nStaff will be answering questions live during the presentation\, so come prepared to learn how to take your game to the next level! \nClick here to register. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/ncaa-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
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SUMMARY:Spanish Christmas Caroling
DESCRIPTION:Spanish Christmas Caroling\nby Academia Bilingual Bridges\nWednesday\, Dec 4th @3pm\nFREE — Ages 5-12\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nGreetings. It’s almost time for our annual Spanish Christmas Caroling Event\, and we would like to invite all homeschoolers and their friends ages 5 to 12! \nThis is a free event that’s sure to be lots of fun! Please RSVP by emailing academiabilingualbridges@gmail.com
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/spanish-christmas-caroling/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Holiday,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T040315Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop & Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Community Roundtable & Workshop\nAbuse & Neglect Prevention\nBy CHRE & SC Connection\nPostponed till September\nFree — Virtual\nNOTE: This workshop is hosted by the SC Homeschooling Connection. Free for Home Educator’s in SC to raise awareness about abuse and neglect–and practical ways to protect our homeschool community. CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE\, you’ll be notified when the new date is set. \n\n\nPresentation: The Coalition for Responsible Home Education is an organization run by homeschool alumni that provides resources for homeschooling families\, conducts research on homeschooling issues\, and educates the public on how gaps in homeschooling oversight policy can provide cover for abuse and neglect. Since 2013\, we have conducted research on homeschooling outcomes\, paying attention to unique red flags\, risk factors\, and patterns of abuse that are unique to homeschool settings. Our research shows that\, while most families homeschool responsibly\, abuse and neglect do occur in homeschooling environments\, and that community-based solutions are critical to prevention. \nIn this introductory workshop\, we introduce our organization’s work and give an overview of our key findings. We will then facilitate a group discussion to explore how our data and perspective can be of service to homeschooling community stakeholders. We do so with the ultimate goal of developing resources that aid homeschooling communities in recognizing and preventing abuse and neglect. \nPresenter:  Jonah Stewart is the Interim Executive Director of the Coalition for Responsible Home Education (CRHE). Jonah leads CRHE’s research on homeschool policy and outcomes\, and oversees CRHE’s core projects\, including the Homeschooling’s Invisible Children database. Jonah earned a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Oxford on a Rhodes scholarship. \nCLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/virtual-workshop-roundtable-discussion/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T113000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
CREATED:20250821T045444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T045444Z
UID:31826-1755856800-1755862200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Office Hours: Cola City PLUS
DESCRIPTION:Office Hours: Cola City PLUS\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, August 22 @2pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nBrainstorming\, planning and community building time! Come find out more about the *NEW* Cola City PLUS app. \nWe’ve got lots of ideas–but\, we need YOU and your ideas too! Field trips\, Clubs\, Share Fairs\, Market Day\, Career Day\, Family Dance\, Park Meet-ups\, and more. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85685414485?pwd=KWOLXgPGpK5Avju6irrBtqiiwi0vWX.1 \nOr go to: https://zoom.us/join\nMeeting ID: 856 8541 4485\nPasscode: ColaCity \n************************** \n \nIf you’re not on the app\, yet\, set up your free trial account first:CLICK HERE. Once the admin approves your account\, you’ll be able to log in to the app. Directions will be emailed to you with instructions. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/office-hours-cola-city-plus/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T110000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
CREATED:20250821T051410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T051411Z
UID:31830-1756202400-1756206000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:DISCUS: Open House Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discus Open House: Online\nby SC State Library\nTuesday\, August 26 @2-3pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNOTE: This is *not* a Cola City event. It’s open to the public. More info click here \nDo you know about Discus – South Carolina’s Virtual Library? It’s a FABULOUS resource for your homeschool. Find out more at this Open House Q/A workshop. \nDiscus Open House: Tuesday\, August 26\, 2025 2:00PM – 3:00PM Whether you’re new to Discus or a long-time user looking for tips\, this is your chance to get personalized support in a flexible\, open format. No formal presentation—just answers\, demos\, and discussion! \nClick here to register! https://statelibrary.sc.libcal.com/event/15046270
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/discus-open-house-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T103000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
CREATED:20260116T041105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T041106Z
UID:31886-1768815000-1768818600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Cola City PLUS: Zoom Chat
DESCRIPTION:Cola City PLUS: Zoom Chat\nMonday\, January 19 @2:30pm\nFREE — Parents\nWhat are you gonna do about socialization? You know the question. And you may have some cliches to answer. But\, just between us–we have to acknowledge socialization is harder when we are homeschooling. \nLet’s be honest: The struggle is real. \nFinding interesting activities\, kids that your kids like\, and moms that you like. Plus coordinating schedules and paying for the fees. Then\, what happens when conflicts arise or your friends move away? \nFinding a group makes you feel like you’re Goldilocks. This one’s too big; that one’s too small. Or too quiet or too loud. Or too far away or too expensive. You can’t find one that fits just right. \nSo\, what are your biggest challenges? Let’s put the problems out there and start brainstorming some possible solutions. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85685414485?pwd=KWOLXgPGpK5Avju6irrBtqiiwi0vWX.1 \nOr go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/join\nMeeting ID: 856 8541 4485\nPasscode: ColaCity \n Read more Cola City PLUS
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/cola-city-plus-zoom-chat/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
CREATED:20260403T194501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T174148Z
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SUMMARY:Play Club: Interest Survey
DESCRIPTION:I believe in the mission of building community and this initiative to give our kids agency and autonomy. We get sparks of enthusiasm\, that have never really taken off though. Let’s just take a moment to reconsider the possibilities for putting our efforts together. Please fill out this form to get involved: Loading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/play-club-april/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T155613
CREATED:20260303T180817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T180818Z
UID:32000-1776398400-1776603600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Break into College Conference
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This is NOT a Cola City event. Please contact the host for more information and registration: Click HERE\n\nBarrier Breakers\, a national education nonprofit\, is hosting our annual Break Into College Conference\, a free\, fully virtual event designed to help high school students and families navigate the college admissions process with clarity and confidence.\n\n\n\n\n\n April 17–19\, 2026 Fully Virtual & Free Open to students nationwide Accessible in English & Spanish All sessions recorded\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents will hear directly from:\n\n\n\n\nAdmissions deans and college representatives\n\n\nFinancial aid experts\n\n\nScholarship leaders\n\n\nTest prep professionals\n\n\nEssay specialists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured speakers include:\n\n\n\n\nJulissa Arce\, producer\, activist\, and bestselling author\n\n\nEthan Sawyer\, The College Essay Guy\n\n\nJed Applerouth\, President of Applerouth Tutoring\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlus 30+ additional expert speakers and panels.\n\n\nStudents who register will also be eligible for scholarship giveaways\, free test prep opportunities\, book bundles\, and additional resources announced throughout the conference.\n\n\nWe would be grateful if you would share this opportunity with your students and families.\n\n\n Register here: https://barrier-breakers.org/
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/break-into-college-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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