Home School Conference at SCC - March 29th

Shawnee Community College is always looking for new ways to serve district residents. Home schooling is an educational option many area parents choose for their families. One difficulty faced by home schooling parents and students is the lack of networking options. In response to that need, Shawnee is hosting a free Home School Day on Saturday, March 29 from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m., providing an opportunity for area home schoolers to get to know other home school families and exchange contact information. Also, participants will be able to buy and sell used curriculum materials.

The sessions during the conference are designed to encourage, enhance, and promote the networking of home school families, as well as assist with the transition of high school students into college. Sessions titles include Finding and Using Web Resources, Getting Started, Home School to College, Legal Issues, and Home Schooling in High School. Children are welcome to attend the event. The college will partner with the University of Illinois Extension Service to provide activities throughout the day for children while parents attend sessions. CPR training is available for children ages 12-18, as an all-day session but is limited to 15 participants.

Lunch is provided for all participants and children, free of charge. For more information, contact Monica Brahler at 618.634.3322.