Re: FW: Please spread the word re: Aug 21st Teleconference

[Rachel LeGrand <rklegrand@comcast.net>]

I second the Skype rave.  It really is revolutionary and totally worth 
trying!  --Rachel

Jeannette Howard wrote:
> I am forwarding this email (below mine) in case others may be interested.  
>
> Also, if you download SKYPE VoiP to your computer you can call them for free
> anytime, for as many minutes as you want (any calls to any phone or any
> computer is free in the US and Canada till the end of the year - then it's
> only about 2 cents per minute) - and all international calls are pretty
> cheap, about 2 cents per minute to most countries, anytime.  To read all
> about it go to: www.skype.com   
>
> We have had Skype for over a year now, and it's great - we also have the
> video skype option on one computer, so anyone else on video Skype can call
> us, and we can see each other - it's fun!  We've developed a friendship with
> a man in Austria because he saw we were on Skype, and he called us to
> practice his English skills, and to test his video Skype, and now we are
> friends and hopefully will visit each other soon.  
>
> So, go check it out, and have fun! It's easy to download, their tutorial
> walks you through every step (even I did it on my own, which is saying a
> lot)...
> Ciao, 
> Jeannette H.
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Homeschool.com Product Tester Department
> [mailto:Rebecca@Homeschool.com] 
> Sent: Monday, August 14, 2006 5:02 PM
> Subject: Please spread the word re: Aug 21st Teleconference
>
>
> Thank you for being a Homeschool.com Product Tester. This year's
> Homeschooling Teleconference is ready to go! I was wondering if you could
> help spread the word to other homeschoolers. The Teleconference is FREE and
> it is a good event for both new and experienced homeschoolers.
>
> All are welcome. Can you post this announcement to your yahoo group,
> newsgroup or local support group? 
>
> 1)	The Schedule for our August 21st Teleconference is below. It is also
> posted on our website at: www.Homeschool.com . Instead of spending time and
> money to travel to a homeschooling conference, we bring the conference to
> you. Call in from any phone and listen to (and even speak with!) some of the
> top learning experts!
>
> 2)	Below the schedule, is a listing of recordings from past
> Teleconferences. To keep costs down, we will place a bulk order for CDs, so
> please place your order by the end of September to receive the sale price.
> These CDs are such an excellent resource. You can 
> listen to them while you drive, while you cook and while you exercise. Now
> you can learn from some of the most respected authors, speakers and experts
> -- from the comfort of your own home. If you order more than 10 CDs we will
> send them to you in a lovely leatherette CD case, making it easier for you
> to share this excellent information with other homeschoolers.
>
>
> 3)	Feel free to forward this schedule on to your local homeschool
> support group and/or yahoo group. All are welcome and the more people we
> have on the line, the more appreciated our guests feel. There are never any
> noise issues on these calls and the information 
> is just excellent.
>
> 4)	If you would like us to send you a reminder email of the schedule,
> Enter your name and email address here:
> http://www.homeschool.com//Registration/default.asp 
>
>
> Schedule for Homeschool.com's 2006 Homeschooling Teleconference (Print out
> this page)
>
> Dates:  		August 21-24, 2006
> Dial-in Number: 	1-507-726-3500
> Passcode: 		62359#
>
>
> Monday, August 21, 2006
>
> .	11:00 Pacific (12:00 Mountain, 1:00 Central, 2:00 Eastern)
> "Hour-A-Day Homeschooling Sends Six to Stanford" with Dr. Matthew James
> .	12:00 Pacific (1:00 Mountain, 2:00 Central, 3:00 Eastern)
> "A Reggio Emilia Approach to Homeschooling" with Diane Nichols
> .	1:00 (1:00 Mountain, 2:00 Central, 3:00 Eastern)
> "Living Joyfully With Children" with Bill & Win Sweet
> .	2:00 (12:00 Mountain, 1:00 Central, 2:00 Eastern)
> "Taking Care of the Me in Mommy" with Lisa Whelchel
>
>
> Tuesday, August 22, 2006
>
> .	11:00 Pacific (12:00 Mountain, 1:00 Central, 2:00 Eastern)
> "Memorization Secrets for All Subjects" with Jim Sarris
> .	12:00 (1:00 Mountain, 2:00 Central, 3:00 Eastern)
> "The World is Your Classroom" with Jean Houston
> .	1:00 (2:00 Mountain, 3:00 Central, 4:00 Eastern)
> "How to Raise a Leader" with Chris Widener
> .	2:00 (3:00 Mountain, 4:00 Central, 5:00 Eastern)
> "Homeschooling Your Grandchildren" with Rita Davis
>
>
> Wednesday, August 23, 2006
>
> .	11:00 (12:00 Mountain, 1:00 Central, 2:00 Eastern)
> "Quantum Learning Strategies" with Bobbi DePorter
> .	12:00 (1:00 Mountain, 2:00 Central, 3:00 Eastern)
> "Powerful Writing Strategies for All Ages" with Andrew Pudewa
> .	1:00 (2:00 Mountain, 3:00 Central, 4:00 Eastern)
> "Slice of Heaven: A Homeschooling Family on the Move" Martin/Jennifer Thomas
> .	* 2:00 (3:00 Mountain, 4:00 Central, 5:00 Eastern)
> "Homeschooling is the Best Way to Raise a Child!" with Mary Leppert
>
>
> Thursday, August 24, 2006
>
> .	11:00 (12:00 Mountain, 1:00 Central, 2:00 Eastern)
> "Secrets for Eliminating Email Spam" with Greg Writer
> .	12:00 (1:00 Mountain, 2:00 Central, 3:00 Eastern)
> "How To Learn Anything Fast" with Pat Wyman
> .	1:00 (2:00 Mountain, 3:00 Central, 4:00 Eastern)
> "Community-Based Homeschooling" with David Albert
> .	2:00 (3:00 Mountain, 4:00 Central, 5:00 Eastern)
> "Homeschooling the Autistic Child" with Karen Simmons
>
>
> Can't make the LIVE call? Recordings are available. CDs are on sale for $6
> each (Through the end of September. We are making a bulk purchase to get
> costs down). Or, if you know how to make your own CDs (or if you have an MP3
> player), you can receive links to the 16 recordings above for just $16.
> Place your orders now at: 
> http://www.homeschool.com//Teleconference/Summer06/default.asp 
>
>
> Recordings of Past Teleconferences on SALE now.
>
> Did you miss our earlier Teleconferences? We have interviewed the experts on
> every aspect of 
> homeschooling, including:
> .	How to get started
> .	The different homeschooling styles
> .	Homeschooling through high school
> .	Organization and Time Management, and
> .	How to motivate the kids
>
> The complete list of past recordings is below. CDs are $6. (Until the end of
> September).  Or, if you know how to burn your own CDs (or if you have an MP3
> player) you can order the audio links for ALL  47 recordings below for just
> $35. Order  CDs and links for our 
> past Teleconferences at: http://www.homeschool.com/PreOrder/ 
>
>
> Homeschooling 101
>
> "Who Are Homeschoolers & What Do They Do All Day?" With Rhonda Barfield
> "What About Socialization?" With Diane Flynn Keith "Why & How to Teach Your
> Preschooler at Home" with Diane Flynn Keith "Teaching Different Aged
> Children at the Same Time" with Joyce Herzog "Learning Styles: The Key to
> Confidence & Success" with Mariaemma Willis "When Homeschooling Gets Tough"
> with Diana Johnson "Eight Different Kinds of Smart" David Lazear "How to
> Avoid Homeschool Burnout" with Christine Field
>
>
> Homeschooling Styles
>
> "The Self-Teaching Method of Homeschooling" with Joanne Calderwood "Give
> Your Child a Thomas Jefferson Education" with Oliver DeMille "Eclectic
> Homeschooling: Doing What's Right for Your Kids" with Beverly Kreuger "Unit
> Studies Made Easy" with Valerie Bendt
> "Unschooling: How to Work With Your Child's Strengths & Interests" with Pat
> Ferenga "How to Use the Power of the Internet in Your Homeschool" with
> Patricia Carnabucci "Car Schooling: Turn Car Time into Learning Time" with
> Diane Flynn Keith "The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education"
> with Susan Wise Bauer
>
>
> High School
>
> "How to Get into College Without a Traditional High School Education" with
> Wes Beach  "How to Complete High School in Half the Time" with Howard Berg
> "High School Record Keeping, Organizing and Class Design" with Barb Shelton
> "How to Design a Memorable High School Graduation Ceremony" with Barb
> Shelton "Homeschooled Teen Writes Best Seller" (author of Eragon) with
> Christopher Paolini "How to Get Your Homeschooled Teen Into Their 1st Choice
> College" with Diana Johnson
>
>
> Time Management, Organization & Motivation
>
> "The Success Principles for Parents and Children" with Jack Canfield "How to
> Set Goals with Your Children" with Lynn Rose "How to Achieve Any
> Breakthrough Goal in 30 Days" with Cynthia Kersey "Fast & Easy Organization
> Tips for Homeschoolers" with Cheryl Carter "How to Motivate Your Kids to
> Become Lifelong Learners" with Wally "Famous Amos" "Better Your Marriage &
> Your Relationship With Your Children" with Brian Klemmer "Calming the Chaos
> of Clutter in Your Home" with Elizabeth Hagen "Creating a Time Management
> System That Works for Your Style" with Sunny Schlenger "How to Train Your
> Child's Brain for Success" with John Assaraf "Dare to Dream: Help Your Child
> Discover Their Life Purpose" with Marilyn Mosley
>
>
> Christian Homeschooling
>
> "A God's Eye View of Education" with Barb Shelton 
>
>
> Special Needs
>
> "Does Your Child Have a Hidden Reading Problem?" With Pat Wyman "Learning
> Strategies to Solve Your Child's Reading & Spelling Problems" with Pat Wyman
> "Homeschooling the Different Learner" with Christine Field "Expert Tips to
> Help Your Active or ADHD Child" with Dr. Frank Barnhill & Pat Wyman 
>
>
> Miscellaneous
>
> "Is There a Book in You?" with Dan Poynter
> "Memory Joggers: Memory Tips For Math" with Donnalyn Yates "Eragon!" With
> Christopher Paolini "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families" with Dr.
> Stephen Covey "Get the REAL Skinny on Fat" with Matthew Bennett
> "Homeschoolers & Money" with Robert & Kim Kiyosaki "Storytelling as a Way to
> Teach History & Science" with Joy Hakim "Test Taking Strategies for a Test
> Crazy World" with Bobbi DePorter "How to Raise a Lifetime Reader" with
> Matthew Gollub "Give Your Children a Financial Head Start" with Sharon
> Lechter
>
> Order any of the above CDs at: http://www.homeschool.com/PreOrder/
>
> Homeschool.com is proud to host this event and we look forward to "meeting
> you" on the calls! Homeschool.com
>  
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> Auburn, CA
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> US
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