This survey helps the homeschool group identify the wants and needs of family participants. Please copy these questions into your email and answer the ones you can (leave blank if you can not) and email your responses to Jamie Helbling jamie_n_niel@hotmail.com. The individual answers are kept confidential but the complete tally of information is posted for the group. 


Family Survey 


 1.       What would you like from your homeschool group?
(please number in order)

___ Support  ___ Social Interaction   ___Field Trips  ___ Academic Events

2.       How often would you like to have an event your family can participate in?

___2x Weekly   ___1x Weekly   ___Biweekly    ___1x Monthly

3.       What are the best days for you to meet with your homeschool group?
(please number in order)

___Monday  ___Tuesday  ___Wednesday  ___Thursday  ___Friday  ___Saturday  ___Sunday

4.       What are the best times for you to meet with the homeschool group?

___10am-12pm  ___12pm-2pm  ___after 2pm

5.       What is the best way to communicate with you?

___Phone  ___Email  ___Website

6.       Would your husband like to have more interaction with other fathers within the group?

___Yes  ___No  ___Maybe it would depend on what was involved

7.       If you could change one thing about homeschool group today what would it be?

8.       If you could have homeschool group start one new thing what would that be?

9.       What are the top 3 field trips you would like to see us coordinate as a group?

                                I.            _______________________________________________________

                              II.            _______________________________________________________

                            III.            _______________________________________________________

10.   How important is the cost of an event to your family in making a decision to attend a field trip, plan an academic class, or where we go for play day?

(please scale 1-10 meaning 1 it doesn’t affect our decision at all and 10 meaning it is the sole determination for our attendance)

11.   How important is the driving distance to your family in making a decision to attend a homeschool group event?

(please scale 1-10 meaning 1 it doesn’t affect our decision at all and 10 meaning it is the sole determination for our attendance)

12.   Would you prefer the groups activities, communication, and roles to be…

___More Structured  ___Less Structured ___Stay the Same

13.   Please write a summary of what you feel your family wants and needs from a homeschool group?

14.   Is there something specific  you have a passion for that you would like to lead within the homeschool group? (if not, leave blank)

15.   If you have ever participated with another homeschool group, what was your favorite aspect of that group?

16.   What did you enjoy most about the homeschool group this last year?

17.   What was the best / worst activity this year and what would you like to see us repeat?

Date: The second Wednesday of every month 
Time: 2:00pm 
Location: Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton
Cost: $13 annually per child 
Ages: 4 years old and up

Homeschool 4-H

Liberty Kids

General Information about the 4-H Organization

4-H is more than a club.  4-H is young people preparing to be the leaders of today and tomorrow.  In addition to participating in community service projects, attending county fairs, camps, club parties and trips, members can select from a wide variety of activities including:

·         Art

·         Camping

·         Computers

·         Conservation and recycling

·         Cooking

·         Horsemanship

·         Leadership

·         Pet care

·         Photography

·         Rockets

·         Sewing

·         Speech and drama

·         Sportfishing

·         And LOTS more!

The Four H’s:

·         Head:  4-H is an adventure.  You will discover the world around you and find new ways to see it and yourself.  You will learn how to think and act as a team member while working with others to accomplish your goals.  You will have the opportunity to build your knowledge, skills, and attitude.

·         Heart:  You will have the chance to talk with other 4-H members and leaders about what is important to you.  You will share ideas, thoughts, and emotions and form lasting friendships and memories. 

·         Hands:  As a 4-H member, one of the benefits is gaining hands-on experience.  In 4-H, you’ll learn new skills, and have the opportunity to explore careers that interest you.  You’ll have fun improving your community while preparing for your future.  Better yet, you’ll make lifetime friends while sharing your talents and ideas with others.

·         Health:  Being healthy means feeling good inside and out, which is important to 4-H’ers.  You will begin to develop a healthy lifestyle by learning which foods are good for you and exercises that can give your physical and emotional well-being a real lift.

4-H Motto:  To make the best better.

4-H Pledge:  I pledge my HEAD to clearer thinking, my HEART to greater loyalty, my HANDS to larger service, and my HEALTH to better living, for my club, my community, my country, and my world.

4-H welcomes all young people ages 5 to 18.  For children ages 5 to 7, there is a special 4-H program called the Clover Kids.

Missouri 4-H is sponsored by University of Missouri Extension in partnership with the University of Missouri, Lincoln University, and state, federal, and county governments in each Missouri county.

Parents and guardians can volunteer as much as they would like.  Whether it’s making food for a meeting, driving members for activities, or becoming a project leader, there is always room for parents and guardians to become involved.

There is a small fee to join 4-H (this amount will be detailed in our club information on the next page).  In addition, some projects may require a small investment to get started, and there may be charges for materials or special trips.

Specific Information about Our Club:  Liberty Kids

Our club had its first meeting on September 14, 2011.  The members chose Liberty Kids as the club name.  As a new club, we have a lot to learn, but we are excited about digging into 4-H!  We voted on officers, and here are the results:

President:  Kara Wade           Vice President:  Alex Glaze           Secretary:  Abbigail Sargent           Treasurer:  Avery Reed                       

                   Recreation Leaders:  Gweneth Fracassa and Elijah Sargent         Song Leader:  Elliott Fracassa

Club Meetings:  Liberty Kids meet on the second Wednesday of every month (September – June) at 2:00 PM at Northeast Baptist Church, 619 E. Lincoln in Clinton (the intersection of 7th and Lincoln).  Use the north parking lot & entrance.

Business meetings are conducted using Robert’s Rules of Order.

4-H Dues:  Dues are $13 per member annually.  Eight dollars of the thirteen are given to the state.  State dues pay for 4-H insurance and fund the general expenses of 4-H (salaries, publications, etc.).  Three dollars of the thirteen are given to the county.  County dollars cover expenses such as county-wide Fun Days and awards.  The last two dollars are given to our club.  Club dollars will aid in club expenses such as gas for field trips, supplies, activities, etc.  4-H dues should be paid no later than the October club meeting.  Please note that the $2 per club member will not cover all of our expenses—some activities will cost extra.

4-H Forms:  There are a few forms required for members and volunteers, and these forms should also be turned in no later than the October meeting.

In Good Standing:  All members must attend at least four club meetings and complete at least one project to be a member in good standing.

4-H Projects: I have had a lot of questions regarding projects.  I will do my best to cover them all.

·         The 4-H publication 4-H Clover contains a list of 4-H projects and descriptions.  I have 4-H Clover copies available, or you can get one at the Extension Office (basement of the courthouse).  Members may choose any project they wish to do, and are responsible for ascertaining a project leader for that project.  Some projects have county-wide leaders, some clubs have leaders for specific projects, and sometimes individuals do projects with a parent (the parent must be an approved 4-H volunteer).

·         County-wide Projects:  Leaders schedule a time and place for every 4-H member in the county (regardless of specific club membership) to meet and work on their project.  For example, the Dog Project meets at the fair grounds on Tuesdays at 6pm.  Every 4-H member in Henry County whom is enrolled in the Dog Project attends those meetings to complete their project.  Confirmed county-wide projects:  crocheting, aerospace, shooting sports, bee keeping, clowning, dog, and leadership (this leadership project is for ages 12+).  If you are interested in one of these projects, call the Extension Office (885-5556) and ask who the project leader is and how to contact him/her.

·         Club Projects:  Parents or other individuals volunteer to lead a project within their club.  For example, Penny Jones has volunteered to lead the Photography Project within our club.  Our club has scheduled a time and place to meet for the purpose of completing the Photography Project under Penny’s leadership.

·         Individual Projects:  4-H encourages group projects, but sometimes it just doesn’t work out.  For example, my daughter wanted to learn sewing, but we were not able to meet with the club project leader due to scheduling conflicts.  I taught my daughter how to sew at home. 

·         Project limits:  4-H requires each member to complete one project to be in good standing, but recommends no more than three projects per year.  Members may submit three entries per project into the fair.  A member enrolled in three projects has the potential to have nine fair entries.  Exceptions are made for individuals to enter more than three projects if the individual is someone who demonstrates good work ethic, ability, motivation, etc.     

·         Liberty Kids Club Projects:  Because scheduling is an issue, our club discussed and voted on four projects to be completed as a group immediately following our monthly business meetings.  Projects will begin at approximately 3:00 PM and will end no later than 4:30 PM.  I will explain the club projects in a separate section.

Liberty Kid Club Projects:  Our club voted to have photography, citizenship, geospatial, and forestry as our club projects for the 2011-2012 year.    

·         Photography:  Penny Jones will lead the Photography Project.  Photography will meet immediately following the Oct., Nov., Dec., and Jan. club meetings.  Members need to bring a camera to the meetings (members of the same family may share a camera).

·         Citizenship:  The Citizenship Project will be completed alongside the Geospatial Project.  The introductory Citizenship meeting will be in Feb., the actual project work will happen during the Geospatial Project in March and April, and there will be a Citizenship conclusion meeting in May.  We need a volunteer to lead this project.

·         Geospatial:  Ariana Reed will lead the Geospatial Project with emphasis on geocaching.  This project will require a couple of field trips, TBA.  The Geospatial Project will meet immediately following the March and April club meetings.

·         Forestry:  There will be one field trip for the Forestry Project prior to the June meeting.  Members will work on their Forestry fair exhibit at the June meeting.  We need a volunteer to lead this project.

Project Choices:  Please know that club projects are optional.  Members choose the projects in which they want to participate.  One of the goals for this club is to provide project options that are gender and age neural, involving a variety of skills, and which are worked on immediately following business meetings to ensure that all members have projects and leaders available to them.  You may choose any or none of the projects offered through the club. 

Liberty Kid Events and Activities:  4-H promotes community involvement, leadership, health, and more.  In an effort to foster relationships, teach life skills, and reach 4-H goals, our club has voted on a variety of events and activities to participate in throughout the year:

·         Military package

·         Bowling

·         Hayride/bonfire

·         Fundraiser

·         Christmas dinner

·         Bell Ringing for Salvation Army

·         Visit a nursing home – Caroling

·         Thanksgiving Baskets for local gov’t

·         County & State Activities including fairs & camp

·         Field trips

Thank you for your interest in 4-H!  Feel free to contact me via telephone (660-351-0512) or e-mail (asargent04@yahoo.com) if you have any questions.

Thank you and God bless,

Amanda Sargent

  

Start Date: Friday, October 7th 

Ongoing Dates: Every Friday for 6 weeks
(Oct 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, Nov 4th, 11th)

Time: 2:00 - 3:00pm 

Location: Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton

Ages: Girls 

Cost: No Additional Cost

Supplies Needed: Faith Girlz Devotional $11 we will have at the class but it completely optional

Registration: No registration needed but you can email Amanda Sargent for additional details if needed asargent04@yahoo.com 
Faithgirlz

 About Faithgirlzä!   Faithgirlzä is a collection of books, Bibles and resources designed to provide transformational Christian experiences for tween girls.  Faithgirlzä encourages honest tween-girl empowerment by providing engaging, relevant, high-quality offerings, helping tween girls understand their world, learn biblical teachings, become closer to God, and to grow into Godly teenagers. Faithgirlzä offers excellent content and contributions from leading Christian tween writers and spokespeople including Nancy Rue, Melody Carlson, Kristi Holl, and more.

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Please visit http://www.faithgirlz.com/ for more information about Faithgirlzä.

Our Local Faithgirlz!

Mission Statement:  Faithgirlzä is an adult led organization for tween girls whose purpose is to mentor, disciple, and encourage tweens in support of their transition from child to teen and in becoming young ladies of Godly character.

Approach:  We will spend the 45 minute class period each week in devotion, discussion, and activity.  The devotion will be based on Scripture and involving a topic pertinent to tween needs (i.e. identity in Christ, confidence, overcoming fear).  Devotions will be from one of the Faithgirlzä devotional books.  The discussion and activity will reaffirm and encourage application of the subject matter.   The activity will vary weekly (i.e. craft, game, exercise) depending upon the subject matter.  Meetings will also promote healthy, holy friendships within the group.

Meeting Time:  We will meet on the Fridays in which art, PE, and marketing meet.  Faithgirlzä will meet from 2pm-2:45pm at the Lutheran Church.  Faithgirlzä will follow the same rotating schedule as the other Friday classes.

Possible Topics:  Why We Need a Savior, Friendships, Purity, Confidence, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Identity in Christ, Overcoming Fear, Overcoming Anger, Prayer, Serving, Time with God, Trusting God, Waiting on God, Walking in Faith, Modesty, Resisting the Devil, Creator God, Living Holy, Sharing the Gospel, You are a Precious Body, Character, Contentment, Gossip

I am looking forward to the opportunity to serve you and your daughter as the Faithgirlzä facilitator.  I have attached a belief statement for your information.  There will not be denominationally controversial doctrinal issues discussed at Faithgirlzä (i.e. eternal security vs. loss of salvation, election vs. free will).  We will focus on a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, tween issues (topics listed above), building Godly character, and fostering Christian friendships.  If you have any questions, please contact me at (660)-351-0512 or asargent04@yahoo.com. 

In Christ,

Amanda Sargent
Beliefs: 

·         The Bible is God’s Word to all people.  It was written by men under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit.  Because it was inspired by God, the Bible is truth without any mixture of error and is completely relevant to our daily lives.  (Deuteronomy 4:1-2; Psalms 119:11, 89, 105; Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 22:29; John 5:39; 16:13-15; 17:17; Romans 15:4; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; Hebrews 1:1-2; 4:12; 1 Peter 1:25; 2 Peter 3:16)

·         God has existed in relationship with Himself for all eternity.  He exists as one substance in three persons:  the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.  Although each member of the Trinity serves different functions, they each possess equal power and authority. (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 61:1; Matthew 28:19; Mark 1:9-11; Luke 1:35; John 5:21-23; 14:10, 16; Romans 8:9-11; 1 Corinthians 13:14; Hebrews 1:8-10; James 2:19)

·         God is great: He is all powerful, all knowing, ever present, unchanging, completely worthy of our trust, and above all, holy. It is in Him that we live, move and exist. God is good: He is our Father. He is loving, compassionate, and faithful to His people and His promises.  (Exodus 3:14; Numbers 23:19; Leviticus 11:44-45; 19:2; Psalm 11:4-6; Malachi 3:6 John 3:16; 4:24; 5:26; 14:1; Acts 17:28; Romans 3:3-4)

·         Jesus Christ is the Son of God.  He is completely human but, at the same time, completely God. He is the only plan for bringing people who are far from God back into a right relationship with God. He lived a perfect life, so that He could be a substitution for us in satisfying God's demands for perfection. He defeated death in His resurrection so that we could have life.   (Isaiah 7:14; 53; Matthew 1:18-23; 3:17; 8:29; 14:33; 16:16; 28:5-6; Luke 22:70; 24:46-47; John 1:1, 14; 10:30; 11:25-27; 17:1-5; Acts 1:9; 2:22-24; 7:55-56; Romans 1:3-4; 3:23-26; 8:1-3; 10:4; 1 Corinthians 8:6; 2 Corinthians 5:19-21; Gal 4:4-5; Philippians 2:5-11; Colossians 1:15; 2:9; 1 Timothy 2:5-6; 3:16)

·         The Holy Spirit’s presence assures us of our relationship with Christ. He guides believers into all truth and exalts Christ. He convicts people of their sin, reveals God's righteousness, and the coming judgment. He comforts us, gives us spiritual gifts, and makes us more like Christ.  (Genesis 1:2; Psalms 51:11; 139:7 ff.; Isaiah 61:1-3; Joel 2:28-32; Mark 1:10; Luke 1:35; 4:1; 11:13; 12:12; John 15:26; 16:7-14; Acts 1:8; 2:1-4; 13:2; Romans 8:9-11, 14-16, 26-27; 1 Corinthians 3:16; Ephesians 1:13-14; 2 Peter 1:21; Revelation 22:17)

·         Man was created to exist forever. He will exist either eternally separated from God by sin or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. Eternal separation from God is in Hell.  Eternal union with Him is in Heaven. Heaven and Hell are places of eternal existence.  (John 3:16, 36; Romans 6:23; 1 John 2:25; 5:11-13; Revelation 20:15)

·         Man is made in the image of God and is the supreme object of His creation. Man was created to have fellowship with God, but became separated in that relationship through sinful disobedience. As a result, man cannot attain a right relationship with God through his own effort. Every human personality is uniquely created, possesses dignity, and is worthy of respect and Christian love.  (Genesis 1:26-30; 2:7, 18-22; 3; Psalms 8:3-6; 32:1-5; 51:5; Isaiah 6:5; Jeremiah 17:5; Acts 17:26-31; Romans 1:19-32; 3:10-18, 23; 5:6; 6:6; 7:14-25; 1 Corinthians 1:21-31; 15:19, 21-22; Ephesians 2; Colossians 1:21-22; 3:9-11)

·         The blood of Jesus Christ, shed on the cross, provides the only way of salvation through the forgiveness of sin.  Salvation is a gift from God, and it cannot be earned through our own efforts.  Salvation involves repentance and faith.  Repentance is a genuine turning from sin toward God.  Faith is the acceptance of Jesus Christ and commitment of the entire personality to Him as Lord and Savior.  (Isaiah 1:18; 53:5-6; 55:7; Matthew 1:21; 27:22-28:6; Luke 1:68-69; 2:28-32; John 1:12; 3:16, 36; 5:24; Acts 2:21; 4:12; 16:30-31; Romans 1:16-18;3:23-25; 5:8-10; 6; 1 Corinthians 1:18; 2 Corinthians 5:17-20; Galatians 2:20; 3:13; Ephesians 2:8-10; Philippians 2:12-13; Hebrews 9:24-28; Revelation 3:20)