Victoria Home Learner's Network

01/19/2022

From Wendy...

The art show at Spiral Cafe is coming up for the month of February.

It is a wonderful event for kids ages 5 and up (teens welcome!) to showcase their art in any kind of medium. There are paintings, drawings, photos, fiber art, etc. You can come down to the cafe, have a stroll through while grabbing a drink/treat at the Spiral Cafe on Craigflower Road in Vic West. The Spiral Cafe have been supporting the creative homeschoolers for many years now.
Covid Protocols in place. Masks are mandatory. No exemptions permitted.

Please contact Wendy for further information: wendyharmer811@gmail.com

Drop off dates will be sent out soon. It will be the last week of January.

12/06/2021

LAST CALL FOR MICROSOFT OFFER - ONLY UNTIL DEC 7!!!
For current VHLN Members:
Through Techsoup Canada, an organization that offers non-profits and charities software deals, we have access to a special deal for our home learning families, which some families took advantage of last year.
As a current member of the VHLN, you are able to purchase software licenses for Microsoft Office 2019 Standard for $70, in both Windows 10 and OSX versions.
Both Mac and PC versions include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & OneNote, and Publisher is also included in the Windows version.
The Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition normally retails for $145.00 and up. The way Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition differs from Microsoft’s other 'Office 365' product, is that 'Office 365' is a monthly subscription, and retails for $79-109 per year, but it is a subscription. The Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition is a one-time purchase, so no monthly subscription - you pay once and you own it forever.
If you are interested in purchasing, and are a current member, please fill out the form below by Dec. 7, 2021, as we will order the licenses all at the same time:
FORM: https://forms.gle/JjzCEvCzTiqzqwuD7
The organization can purchase up to 50 copies. Payments can be made to VHLN via PayPal, but we will firm up those details once we see how much interest we have from the forms filled out. It will take between 5-10 days to secure the licenses after Dec. 1.
If you have 2 or more computers, you can purchase additional licenses through the VHLN for each of your computers.
As well, if you need Office versions for Windows 7/8, we can also purchase a copy of Office 2016 for you.
If you have any additional questions, please email vhln.association@gmail.com.
Thanks!

Through Techsoup Canada, an organization that offers non-profits and charities software deals, we have access to a special deal for our home learning families. As a group, we can purchases software licenses for Office 2019 Standard, in both Windows 10 and OSX versions for $70.
 Both versions inclu...

11/23/2021

For current VHLN Members:
Through Techsoup Canada, an organization that offers non-profits and charities software deals, we have access to a special deal for our home learning families, which some families took advantage of last year.

As a current member of the VHLN, you are able to purchase software licenses for Microsoft Office 2019 Standard for $70, in both Windows 10 and OSX versions.

Both Mac and PC versions include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & OneNote, and Publisher is also included in the Windows version.

The Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition normally retails for $145.00 and up. The way Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition differs from Microsoft’s other 'Office 365' product, is that 'Office 365' is a monthly subscription, and retails for $79-109 per year, but it is a subscription. The Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition is a one-time purchase, so no monthly subscription - you pay once and you own it forever.

If you are interested in purchasing, and are a current member, please fill out the form below by Dec. 1, 2021, as we will order the licenses all at the same time:

FORM: https://forms.gle/JjzCEvCzTiqzqwuD7

The organization can purchase up to 50 copies. Payments can be made to VHLN via PayPal, but we will firm up those details once we see how much interest we have from the forms filled out. It will take between 5-10 days to secure the licenses after Dec. 1.

If you have 2 or more computers, you can purchase additional licenses through the VHLN for each of your computers.
As well, if you need Office versions for Windows 7/8, we can also purchase a copy of Office 2016 for you.

If you have any additional questions, please email vhln.association@gmail.com.

Thanks!

Through Techsoup Canada, an organization that offers non-profits and charities software deals, we have access to a special deal for our home learning families. As a group, we can purchases software licenses for Office 2019 Standard, in both Windows 10 and OSX versions for $70.
 Both versions inclu...

02/05/2021

From Habitat for Humanity:

The Meaning of Home contest is back!

Habitat for Humanity is excited to announce that the Meaning of Home contest is now officially open for submissions.

Beginning January 4th and running until February 19th, students in Grades 4, 5 and 6 will have the opportunity to help support a local Habitat build by submitting an essay or poem on what home means to them.

We hope that you will consider engaging your students in this national movement. Remember, every entry makes a difference. For each submission founding sponsor Sagen will donate $10 to Habitat.

Three grand prize winners, one from each grade, will receive a $30,000 grant to be directed to the local Habitat build of their choice, an iPad and a pizza party for their class. Nine runners up, three from each grade, will also receive a $10,000 grant towards a local Habitat build, a tablet and a pizza party for their class.

For more information and to submit an entry go to www.meaningofhome.ca

What does home mean to you? National Writing Contest for Grades 4, 5 and 6 January 4 to February 19, 2021 Grades 4, 5 and 6 students across Canada are invited to submit a poem or essay explaining what home means to them. It’s a great way for students to engage in an interactive and…

02/05/2021

Message from Richard Wong, Watercolor artist and instructor, that may be of interest to Home Learners:

I'm a professional watercolor artist/instructor here in Victoria, and would like to connect with home schooled families interested in watercolor lessons for their children.

My online art classes are on zoom.

My website for your reference: www.richardwongwatercolors.ca

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Kindest regards,

Richard
Professional Wildlife Artist/Instructor
Watercolor on Japanese Art Paper

Oriental brush and watercolor paintings. Landscapes, dogs, cats, birds and nature.

11/17/2020

From Theatre SKAM:

Theatre SKAM's School of Performing Arts is launching a 2.5 daytime camp-style drama class for Winter/Spring 2021! This fun class would give parents a bit of a longer break during the day.

If you're potentially interested, please fill out our survey here: https://bit.ly/32wZmRI.

Thank you!

We are curious to know your interest as SKAM could potentially offer 2.5 hours of fun drama camp-style classes at our Satellite Studio weekday mornings. Classes would have full Covid-safety protocols in place and small groups only (no more than 8 kids in one camp). Please fill out this survey so we....

11/17/2020

For current VHLN Members: Opportunity to Purchase Software

Through Techsoup Canada, an organization that offers non-profits and charities software deals, we have access to a special deal for our home learning families.

As a group, we can purchase software licenses for Microsoft Office 2019 Standard for $60, in both Windows 10 and OSX versions.Both Mac and PC versions include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & OneNote, and Publisher is also included in the Windows version.

The Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition normally retails for $145.00 and up. The way Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition differs from Microsoft’s other 'Office 365' product, is that 'Office 365' is a monthly subscription, and retails for $79-109 per year, but it is a subscription.

The Microsoft Office 2019 Standard edition is a one-time purchase, so no monthly subscription - you pay once and you own it forever.If you are interested in purchasing, please fill out the form below by Nov. 30, 2020, as we will order the licenses all at the same time:
FORM: https://forms.gle/px3AXjqzjs3PShFB8
The organization can purchase up to 50 copies. Payments can be made to VHLN via PayPal, but we will firm up those details once we see how much interest we have from the forms filled out. It will take between 5-10 days to secure the licenses after Nov. 30.
If you have any additional questions, please email vhln.association@gmail.com.

Through Techsoup Canada, an organization that offers non-profits and charities software deals, we have access to a special deal for our home learning families. As a group, we can purchases software licenses for Office 2019 Standard, in both Windows 10 and OSX versions for $60.
 Both versions inclu...

08/18/2020

From SKAM: SKAM School of Performing Arts home learner classes offer fun and safe activities for your child this fall! 🎉 We have small class sizes, big studio spaces, and professional teaching staff that guide kids and teens in developing their creative talents. https://skam.ca/school/fall-classes/

03/28/2020

We have compiled a list of resources (from a number of other sites) for homeschoolers and others learning at home. Check them out for virtual tours and other educational resources.

At Home Survival Guide for homeschoolers and others learning at home

06/21/2019

The VHLN is now ready to welcome memberships/renewals for the 2019/2020 year. We are looking forward to a great year with VHLN, hoping to have many great events such as the Not Back to School Picnic, an information night in September, Halloween Dance, Biz Kids, Spring Dance and many more!! A lot of hard work has already been done by member volunteers on updating the website, business directory and starting to organize events, but we need members to help bring this all to reality. Members will all receive a digital copy of our member directory, a discount card to many local businesses, and join the member's only email hotline and private facebook group. To learn more please visit our website at vhln.org

You can sign up through the VHLN website on the Join Us link. Or use this direct link to the form -

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVYs-kKQqqQuGuxfF5NwUVJvVFPWqu7lslXwaBvyi_Bb7plA/viewform

Membership Fee: $15.00 (September 1st to August 31st) HOW TO APPLY 1. Fill out the following form 2. Then make your $15.00 payment using this provided Paypal link on the confirmation page 3. Once we receive your membership payment and your application has been approved you will receive an email invi...

09/19/2018

September brings the start of a new school year and time to join the VHLN or renew your membership. The form is up on the site here http://bit.ly/2QoB5pa. The deadline to be listed in the VHLN directory is September 30th

The $15 membership fee provides insurance for community events which is required by most meeting places where events are held. These events include, but are not limited to:

- The Annual VHLN Not-Back-To-School Picnic (September)
- "Register or Enroll" Information Meeting (September)
- Biz Kid's Market
- Annual Showcase
- The May Day Potluck and Celebration
- Events featuring guest speakers

Members of the community are also welcome to plan additional events for the community. If you need suggestions on where to hold events or mentorship in getting things going, feel free to contact the board as we have contacts with a few places and experience in planning events. The VHLN is at its best when it is community driven!

Also, we want to hear from you! Our board meetings are open to the membership and are now being held online. Notices are posted on the hotline and in the Facebook Group. Please join us and let us know what you would like out of our community. We are here for you and without your input, we can't improve.

Membership Fee: $15.00 (September 1st to August 31st) HOW TO APPLY 1. Fill out the following form 2. Then make your $15.00 payment using this provided Paypal link on the confirmation page 3. Once we receive your membership payment and your application has been approved you will receive an email invi...

09/12/2018

With the start of a new school year, it's membership sign up and renewal time! The form is up on the site here: http://bit.ly/2QoB5pa.

Membership fees provide insurance for community events which is a requirement of most meeting places. These events include, but are not limited to:

- The Annual VHLN Not-Back-To-School Picnic (September)
- "Register or Enroll" Information Meeting (September)
- Biz Kid's Market
- Annual Showcase
- The May Day Potluck and Celebration
- Events featuring guest speakers

Members of the community are also welcome to plan additional events for the community. If you need suggestions on where to hold events, feel free to contact the board as we have contacts with a few places.

We want to hear from you!

Our board meetings are open to the membership and are now being held online. Notices are posted on the hotline and in the Facebook Group. Please join us and let us know what you would like out of our community. We are here for you and without your input, we can't improve.

Membership Fee: $15.00 (September 1st to August 31st) HOW TO APPLY 1. Fill out the following form 2. Then make your $15.00 payment using this provided Paypal link on the confirmation page 3. Once we receive your membership payment and your application has been approved you will receive an email invi...

11/27/2017

It's Monday, let's have some fun. How many points do you get?

Total points?

11/08/2017

Oak Meadow curriculums $250 for the lot, potential offers accepted on breaking up there set.

The heart of the learning
Home teachers process manual
first book of crafts
third grade syllabus
fables
voyages of doctor dolittle
animal stories
first book of nature crafts
intermediate recorder
folktales
kindergarten fairytales
beginning recorder
kindergarten syllabus
2nd grade syllabus

And also jump math books grades 1,2,6,7&8

$10/year

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The heart of the learning
Home teachers process manual
first book of crafts
third grade syllabus
fables
voyages of doctor dolittle
animal stories
first book of nature crafts
intermediate recorder
folktales
kindergarten fairytales
beginning recorder
kindergarten syllabus
2nd grade syllabus
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Contact Mary Loria if interested.

Thanks

11/03/2017

And sticking with Canadian bloggers, here's another blogger from BC, Hip Homeschooling, with a review on a science curriculum that goes along with our theme of . So if what's been suggested in the last two posts wasn't your style, this is something different. Have a look, let us know what you think in the comments or suggest a curriculum you use to learn about nature.

http://hiphomeschoolingblog.com/best-charlotte-mason-science-curriculum/

Living books, narration, notebooking, nature walks, discussion, reading aloud to your kids... incorporate these Charlotte Mason ideals into your science!

11/02/2017

Confession - I'm biased about this post because it's mine. I tried to pack it full of resources for those just getting started with . Let me know what you think or better yet, share any resources you have that others would enjoy in the comments below. ~AJ

https://vihippiechick.ca/homeschool/nature-study-made-easy/

11/01/2017

One of the reasons I like the homeschool method is . Victoria has SO MUCH NATURE to explore. The whole concept of getting outside and observing our world and recording it seems like too much fun for me. But it seemed a bit intimidating at first. How do you start? Where do you begin?

For the rest of this week, I'm going to try and bring you a few posts to help you get going if you're interested in starting .

To begin, Practical, By Default is one of my favourite Canadian bloggers from the other coast https://practicalbydefault.com/backyard-science-ages-made-easy/

I hope you enjoy this and our wonder weather (although rumour is it's going away ☹️) ~AJ

Backyard Science: Easy Activities for All Ages offers an opportunity to observe and study animals, plants, weather, soil, rocks, and more!

09/13/2017

Heads up! There's some good old fashioned, free, community fun happening this weekend. Who's in? Can we get ONE group together? (see what I did there?) ~AJ

http://bit.ly/2xi9bEW

One Day is an outdoor community event for all ages which provides free musical entertainment; a low-cost BBQ lunch and refreshments; organized games and activities that anyone can participate in (fully accessible!); a FREE Children’s Fun Zone which features inflatable castles, face painting, and min...