CHEF of the River Region, Inc.

CO-OP Update Newsletter

Monday, February 8, 2010

Don’t miss out! There’s Only Two Home School Ice Skating Opportunities this year....

Feb. 19th & Mar. 19th. @ Leo's Iceland ~ 1717 Airway Dr., Baton Rouge from 1-3pm ($7 per skater).

**So far, there are three families planning on attending Feb. 19^th, if anyone else would like to join us for that date.

We would like to plan a Field Trip for the end of the month, if anyone has any fun ideas, please E-mail Tricia Landry @ triciadj@rtconline.com

(Quick Note: Sheri & Family have officially switched to solely using their cell phones and Can Not be reached by their home number any longer.)

Family Camp

March 4 – 6

Family friendly speakers offer encouragement and practical advice to parents who desire to raise Godly children in today’s world. There will be an optional children’s program. Mother’s helpers are available for parents of children infant-2 years.

Conference location is in central La. Contact www.laaboverubies.org for more information.

CHEF State Convention

April 23, 24

This year’s theme: Homeschooling – Our Faith, Our Family, Our Future – Worth Fighting For.

Location: Greenwell Springs Baptist Church, Greenwell Springs, La.

Our Speakers for 2010 are Michael Farris and Diana Waring. Get more info at www.chefofla.org

Check out this NEW Web-site: http://www.theHeadoftheClass.com for preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. They will be releasing content for third through sixth grade later this year!

Head of the Class provides online supplemental learning for free!

You will find thousands of free resources for math, reading, writing, spelling, science, history, geography, Spanish, art, music, and more!

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Please Mark your Calendars for these upcoming important dates:

Sun., March 21^st – Members Meeting- 6pm @ LifeHouse Church

The Board has some exciting news to share with the group about the Vision of our group in the future. Please be there, so you don’t miss out.

Sun., April 18^th –Annual Members Meeting- 6pm @ LifeHouse Church

Be there and have YOUR Votes counted!

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CHEF Survey

The CHEF Survey must be returned by April 26^th!!!

There will be an Envelope placed at CO-OP where this survey can be returned at your convenience, if you do not attend CO-OP please either return this survey via e-mail to: rachelschamberger@comcast.net OR snail mail to: 2173 Greenwood Dr., LaPlace, LA 70068.

And remember…Your opinion counts!

!!!Please See Attachment to this e-mail for your copy!!!

Louisiana Standards of Learning:

For anyone who has wondered if your child is on grade level, please consider checking out the Louisiana Department of Education’s website,

http://doe.louisiana.gov/lde/audiences/students.html - Under

Student Resources go to the section heading “High Stakes Testing” and click on “Grade Level Expectations.”

It is extremely helpful.

Also, the major book stores like Barnes & Nobles has Test Workbooks for every Grade and Subject, if you are ever wanting to test where your kids for yourself. ~Rachel

New Tax Deduction Offers: Savings On School Expenses!

The Louisiana Dept. of Revenue reminds everyone that a new tax deduction is available for education expenses paid in 2009.

The Louisiana School Tuition & Expenses Tax Deduction applies whether a student is in public, private, parochial school, or is home schooled.

The deduction is for 50% of the money spent on education tuition, school supplies, uniforms, home schooling expenses- up to $5,000 per student.

To claim the deduction, you must be able to claim the student as a dependent on your Louisiana Resident Individual Income Tax Return.

Visit www.revenue.louisiana.gov for more information.

4-H News

Upcoming Events & Reminders

4-H meetings will be the 1^st & 3^rd Monday of every month from 1:30-2:30 after Co-Op.

There will be NO 4-H meeting this Monday.

Please see Sheri at Co-Op to pick up your Project Book.

4-H Night at the Hornets
February 19 at 7:00 PM
Hornets vs Indiana Pacers at New Orleans Arena

Junior Leader Conference ~ March 26^th-28^th

Sally Ride Science in New Orleans

Come join the fun at Tulane University in New Orleans for the Sally Ride

Science Festival.

Date: Saturday, March 13, 2010

Place: Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana

Time: 11:00pm to 4:15pm

Fee: $20

The Science Festival includes:

• An inspiring talk by a featured scientist

• Workshops for girls, which can be given by local veterinarians, astronomers, microbiologists and more

• Workshops for parents and teachers on ways to support girls’ interests in science

• A street fair with booths, hands-on activities, food, and music

While our festivals are primarily focused on encouraging 5th-8th grade girls to pursue their interests in science, everyone is welcome to attend!

Don’t miss out! Sign up now at:

http://www.sallyridescience.com/festivals/10tulane0313

Or call us at 1.800.561.5161

See you there! Sally Ride Science http://www.SallyRideScience.com

Don't Forget

You can find ALL information concerning our group, upcoming activities & more at:

www.chefofriverregion.com

Class News

Important! Please, parents, be sure to encourage your children to use the restrooms and/or eat and drink in between classes and break time, to help prevent class disruption.

Older Class Spanish: Please be prepared for a Quiz EVERY Monday. This week’s quiz is on “Counting by 10’s”. Please see below:

Please memorize these words for the first quiz...

Diez- 10
Veinte- 20
Treinta- 30
Cuarenta- 40
Cincuenta- 50
Sesenta- 60
Setenta- 70
Ochenta- 80
Noventa- 90
Cien- 100

P.E.:

This week Elke will be teaching the Older kids P.E. *Remember to bring comfortable clothing, proper shoes, a towel and some water.*

******Please be sure ALL P.E. students wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing for P.E. class.!!******

Box Tops Reminder

Keep clipping and saving those Box Tops! They can be turned in to Tiana S.

One Flaw In Women

Women have strengths that amaze men...

They bear hardships and they carry burdens,

but they hold happiness, love and joy.

They smile when they want to scream.

They sing when they want to cry.

They cry when they are happy

and laugh when they are nervous.

They fight for what they believe in.

They stand up to injustice.

They don't take "no" for an answer

when they believe there is a better solution.

They go without so their family can have..

They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.

They love unconditionally.

They cry when their children excel

and cheer when their friends get awards.

They are happy when they hear about

a birth or a wedding.

Their hearts break when a friend dies.

They grieve at the loss of a family member,

yet they are strong when they

think there is no strength left.

They know that a hug and a kiss

can heal a broken heart.

Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.

They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you

to show how much they care about you.

The heart of a woman is what

makes the world keep turning.

They bring joy, hope and love.

They have compassion and ideas.

They give moral support to their

family and friends.

Women have vital things to say

and everything to give.

HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN,

IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.