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Regional Geography Bee

Shades Mountain Independent Church 2281 Old Tyler Road, Birmingham, AL, United States

National Geography Bee 2020 SMIC Academy is hosting a site for the 2020 National Geography Bee for homeschooled students from Jefferson County and surrounding counties. When:  Wednesday January 8, 2020 (10:00-10:15AM registration) 10:30AM - 12:00PM Bee Rounds Who:  Any homeschooled student in 4th-8th grade (and under 15 on September 1, 2019) from Alabama Location: The Chapel at Shades Mountain Community Church, 2281 Old Tyler Road, Birmingham, AL 35226 (in Bluff Park, Hoover) Cost:  $6 per student (registered by Jan 3, pay online or by mail); $8 per student (registered at the door) For more information, free resources, and to pre-register, go to https://www.homeschool-life.com/956/custom/77148

BHC Valentine’s Day Party 2020

Leeds Memorial Park 1159 Montevallo Road SW, Leeds, AL, United States

Join with us as we celebrate a Valentine's Day like no other!  BHC offers a community-wide event for homeschoolers with a valentine swap, a valentine box competition, as well as opportunity to connect with area homeschool families. CLICK HERE to learn more about this special event.

Free

BHC Science Fair 2020

Chelsea Community Center 11101 Hwy 47, Chelsea, AL, United States

Join us for our third annual Birmingham Homeschoolers Science Fair!  Kids from preschool to high school can submit a project for judging. Registration will close at the end of the day on February 19th so please register before that time to assure a space for your child. Make sure you register your student and project before February 19th

Free

Birmingham Homeschool Fair

Marriott Birmingham 3590 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL, United States

We are excited and eager to announce the Birmingham Homeschool Fair that is coming THIS March. This event will bring together 2 key elements: ♦  An exhibit hall full of resources, activities, and support for homeschooling families ♦  Workshops featuring national and local speakers on subjects that will enhance the homeschool experience for families at all stages of homeschooling Mark your calendars, join our Facebook event page, and watch for more information as we confirm speakers, settle the schedule, and fill the Exhibit Hall. FREE Registration required at https://birminghamhomeschoolfair.com

Free

AL Homeschool Capitol Day

Montgomery, AL Montgomery, AL, United States

Join homeschool families from all over the state as we visit our state’s capital and introduce ourselves to our state government.  Lots of wonderful activities for all ages! More information and free registration at https://alcapitolday.com

Free

BHC Easter Park Day 2020

Cahaba Lily Park 3200 County Road 52, Helena, AL, United States

Join us for a traditional Easter egg hunt as well as spring fun! Visit https://birminghamhomeschoolers.com/event/bhc-easter-park-day/ for all the details.

Free
Event Series 2020 Testing for Grades 3-8

2020 Testing for Grades 3-8

Essential Church School Offices 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive, Birmingham, AL, United States

We will offer 2-day group testing for students in grades 3-8 at our offices. PLEASE NOTE:  This is a 2-day testing process.  Your student will be required to attend BOTH testing days. Please complete the form below to reserve your student's participation before April 5th.  Essential families receive a significant discount on the test administration. MORE INFO ABOUT THE TEST: We are offering the Iowa Assessments Form E, which is the most up-to-date test available to our school.  This test assesses a broad array of skills in these areas: • Vocabulary • Reading Comprehension • Language (Spelling, Capitalization, Punctuation, Usage and Expression) • Math (Concepts and Estimation, Problem Solving and Data Interpretation, Computation) • Social Studies • Science • Sources of Information (Maps and Diagrams, Reference Materials).  Students mark answers on a bubble sheet. Each section is timed.  Test results are thorough and highlight strengths and weaknesses. TEST PREP: You can purchase and have your student go through a practice test.  Amazon.com offers several test prep books, and Essential families should also explore our school library for resources.

$45 – $65
Event Series 2020 Testing for Grades 3-8

2020 Testing for Grades 3-8

Essential Church School Offices 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive, Birmingham, AL, United States

We will offer 2-day group testing for students in grades 3-8 at our offices. PLEASE NOTE:  This is a 2-day testing process.  Your student will be required to attend BOTH testing days. Please complete the form below to reserve your student's participation before April 5th.  Essential families receive a significant discount on the test administration. MORE INFO ABOUT THE TEST: We are offering the Iowa Assessments Form E, which is the most up-to-date test available to our school.  This test assesses a broad array of skills in these areas: • Vocabulary • Reading Comprehension • Language (Spelling, Capitalization, Punctuation, Usage and Expression) • Math (Concepts and Estimation, Problem Solving and Data Interpretation, Computation) • Social Studies • Science • Sources of Information (Maps and Diagrams, Reference Materials).  Students mark answers on a bubble sheet. Each section is timed.  Test results are thorough and highlight strengths and weaknesses. TEST PREP: You can purchase and have your student go through a practice test.  Amazon.com offers several test prep books, and Essential families should also explore our school library for resources.

$45 – $65

Alabama Homeschool Prom 2020

Gabrella Manor 8912 4th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United States

PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH OTHER HOMESCHOOLERS Open to any Homeschool 9-12th grade student and guest. We are asking for RSVP to better prepare for this event. Those who RSVP and are on the list, .... will pay $50 per person at the gate. Those who show up with no RSVP, will pay $ 70 per person. (Note, the RSVP link will close one week prior to the event. After that you will just need to show up and pay the non RSVP price...) Dress code is Semi-formal. most girls will be in a prom type dress, boys need a suit or tux... Our events are well chaperoned. Parents who feel they must stay for the prom, need to pay to get in and be dressed for the dance. Please share this with other homeschoolers you know!! you can email me at beth.homeschooldances@gmail.com with questions.., to learn more and to RSVP please visit...: https://AlabamaHomeschoolProm2020.rsvpify.com

$50 – $70

Kindergarten Graduation 2020

Pelham Civic Center 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, United States

Kindergarten Graduation Sunday, May 17, 2020 2pm Pelham Civic Complex Parking Lot Please RSVP by March 1st to be included with our group order for caps/tassels! Love this time of year!  I hope you will join us for a special time of honoring our kindergarten graduates.  Make sure you review the information and respond by March 1st to keep your overall costs low. (You do have until May 10, 2020 to rsvp and pay graduation fees) Cap & Tassel We recommend that every graduate have a cap & tassel.  We encourage our graduates to choose whatever color they like.  In the past families have gone with the complete cap/gown set. We must have your order by March 1st for group order.  PLEASE NOTE:  Essential will provide the diplomas for all families.  You can simply order a tassel if you already have access to a cap/gown.  Payment for your order will be due by March 1st.  Order your supplies on the BHC website. In addition, we do have FEW caps/gowns available for loan in the school library. Graduation Fee We are asking for a $20/family fee to cover the costs of the reception (personalized cake & punch) and for the venue.  This is due by May 1st. We do open this event up to other area homeschoolers, and we will charge a $30/family fee for non-ECS families.  ECS families should use the BHC website to RSVP and pay the fees.  Use the coupon code ECSKGRAD20 to get the Essential graduation rate. McWane Center Admission The McWane Center will be open on Sunday afternoon, and we have negotiated a group admission to allow your families to explore the center when we are not celebrating together.  You can purchase the Adventure Hall tickets on the BHC website by May 1st. RSVP NOW CLICK HERE to be redirected to the BHC website.  You will have to log on or create an account with BHC to see the forms.  Remember you will want to RSVP and pay graduation fees for this event by May 10, 2020.

Free – $20
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