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    State Laws  
Michigan Department of Education
608 W. Allegan Street
P.O. Box 30008
Lansing, MI  48909
MDEWeb@michigan.gov
(517) 373-3324

Home School Information and forms

www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-5233_6003-25431--,00.html
 

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The Loov

Michigan

433 Main Street Rochester, MI 48307
Linda Peterson
Linda@theloov.com
www.theloov.com

248-651-6795
Fax: 248-650-9651


The Loov is a membership based communal art studio in Rochester, MI. Along with studio space, we offer canvas and art supply storage, exhibiting gallery and art classes. Our classes are designed for both the beginner and advanced artist. Contact us today at
info@theloov.com
 
 

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    Bookstores
    THE SCHOOL HOUSE  Michigan and all 50 states 

19363 Livernois Ave.
Detroit , MI. 48221
Allan Wilder 
info@schoolhousedet.com

www.schoolhousedet.com
 

Toll Free:  1-800-342-1261
313 342-1261
Fax: 313 342-0188 
 
The School House is a full service Parent, Teacher and Student store specializing in educational supplies, books and teaching aids to enhance the educational experience. We offer educational games, toys, posters, paper goods, art & school supplies, software, resource materials and more...  A wide selection of educational materials from pre-school through adulthood.  The #1 choice for Schools, Parents, Teachers and Home Educators.
We also sell Christian related products, bibles and church supplies
 

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    Christian/Theology

 

 

DULCIMER EVENTE

Southeast Michigan

Performances and workshops: Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky &Tennessee

P O Box 700594
Plymouth MI 48170
Charlene Helen Berry
cberry@dulcimerworld.com
www.dulcimerworld.com

800-55-0707
734-459-4848
734-459-1840 fax

 


Dr. Charlene Helen Berry, scholar/performer/composer presents an exciting program of solo hammer dulcimer music.  She teaches adults and children to play the dulcimer and to be musicians.  Dr. Berry shares the God-given Gift of Music, to help everyone to reach their highest potential.

 

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    College Prep/Testing/Financial Aid

 

 

Innovative Wealth Strategies, LLC

Face-to-face – Michigan & Remotely the USA

33 Hiram St, Suite 300
Lake Orion, MI 48360
Robert R. Shampine, Jr., CCPS
rshampine@innovativewealthstrategies.com
www.innovativewealthstrategies.com

(248) 391-8399
Fax (248) 671-0948

 


Imagine having a well-developed
effective, holistic personal college funding strategy that will not only affordably fund college, but also fund K-12 private school and college for your children (grandchildren), and your own retirement - WITHOUT sacrificing your current lifestyle or financial security, regardless of your income.

We can help you with all of your personal financial economics, including: life insurance, health insurance, disability income protection insurance, long-term care insurance, saving and investing.

 
 

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    Convention and Curriculum Fairs
 

Saturday
April 23 2005
8:30 – 4:30

 

 

 

UP Home Educators Conference

Upper Peninsula, Michigan

 

PO Box 216
Escanaba
, MI 9829-0216
info@dchse.org
www.dchse.org

(678)868-5355
Voice mail & fax

 


David and Laurie Callihan, our keynote speakers, are veteran homeschoolers who will share many insights with those who attend.  Join us at the Heirman Center on Bay College Campus, 2001 N Lincoln Rd , in Escanaba , Michigan .  There will also be additional workshops, a vendor hall, and a used book sale. 

 

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    Cultural Opportunities

 

 

Macomb Cultural Center

Southeast Michigan

44575 Garfield Road
Clinton Township, MI  48038
Gerri Pavone
pavoneg@macomb.edu
www.macombculturalcenter.com
 

(P) 586-226-4759
(F) 586-286-2079


The Macomb Cultural Center, Macomb County's place for discovery, explores the influences and experiences that shape our community’s heritage.   Creating interactive opportunities for learning, celebration and entertainment, the Macomb Cultural Center showcases themes related to science, history, literature, visual and performing arts, and culture.  For more information, check out www.macombculturalcenter.com
 

 
 

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Michelsen Music Repair & Supply

Central and Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan

1699 Schofield Ave. Suite 304
Schofield, WI 54476

334 Iron St.
Negaunee, MI 49866

amichelsen@charterinternet.com

715-355-0406


Michelsen Music is a family-owned and operated business committed to excellent quality and service. We offer high-quality instruments for sale and rent, band and orchestral instrument repair, lessons, music and accessories, extensive product knowledge, professional service and a family-friendly atmosphere. Piano sales earn donation towards educational organization or church.

 

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    Curriculum Consultation/Parent Training
       
   
 
 

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LEGO Education

Michigan and Ohio

11100 McKinney Street
Detroit, MI  48224-1113
Ivery Toussant
itoussant@legoeducation.com
www.LEGOeducation.com 

313.371.8709
Fax: 313.371.8768

 


LEGO Education provides hands-on science, math and technology curriculum-based solutions for teachers and students. Our products, curriculum, and activities engage and motivate while addressing state and national content standards. LEGO Education materials have long been used by teachers to help students learn about robotics, simple machines, energy, forces, motion, structures, life science (DNA, Photosynthesis, Chromosomes), early learning (pre-k to 1st grade) and much more. With the advent of easy-to-implement activities, these materials can be successfully used by any teacher.  Ongoing relationships with leading universities like Carnegie Mellon University and Tufts University, as well as industry-leading technology companies like National Instruments further strengthen LEGO Education’s offerings.
 

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    Dance
    Southold Dance Theater NW Indiana & S W Michigan 
914 Lincoln Way West
South Bend , IN 46616
Malana Maher
info@southolddance.org
www.southolddance.org
 
574-233-9841
Fax: 574-289-3735
 

Southold Dance Theater serves as a regional pre-professional dance training center offering classes from newborn through pre-professional in Kindermusik, pre-technique, ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and modern. Professional dedicated teachers promote the school’s vision to provide a positive movement experience for all, a strong training program for the serious student, and encourage and identify young talent.                    
 

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Center Stage Dance Company

Michigan

43334 West Seven Mile Rd Suite 250
Northville, MI 48167
Mary Flis
csdc5678@sbcglobal.com
www.dancingcenterstage.com

(P) 248-380-1666
(F) 248-380-1597


Celebrating our 20th year of providing quality dance education to all in a non-competitive environment. Summer classes, including dance intensives & video dance camps. Visit our website at
www.dancingcenterstage.com

Northville Parks & recreation Department studio of choice. 07-08 schedule available; classes for ages 3 to adult.

 

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    Diploma/GED
       
   
 
 

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    Distance Learning
    Family Development Course Serving: Worldwide 

kksc@parentingmentors.com
www.fam-dev-course.nurturingourfamilies.com

 
The Family Development Course.  This Dynamic Parenting Course is designed to guide you to the Family of Your Dreams. Using just 9 Steps, You too can build a Successful Family.  Affordable, Effective, Specialized, this Proven Approach is now offered in a new Online Format!
 

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Griggs University/Griggs International Academy

United States

12501 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904

www.griggs.edu

800-782-4769

 


Griggs University/International Academy is an accredited, values-based distance education and homeschool provider. Griggs offers both individual courses and complete programs to students for preschool through university. Providing academic stability in a changing world since 1909—formerly Home Study International.

 

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    Educational Events and Activities

 

 

Air Zoo

Southwest Michigan 

6151 Portage Road
Portage, MI 49002
Stuart Bailey or Tim Morris
sbailey@airzoo.org
tmorris@airzoo.org
www.airzoo.org

(P) 269-382-6555
(Fax) 269-382-1813


Daily Departures from the Ordinary_
A highly-charged, multi-sensory atmosphere that goes beyond anything you’ve ever experienced, the Air Zoo is a departure from the ordinary museum. Featuring the Midwest’s only 4D theatre, full-motion flight simulators, indoor amusement park rides and a fleet of Home School Discovery Programs; it’s a one-of-a-kind destination.

 
 

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Alden B. Dow Home and Studio           

Michigan

315 Post St.
Midland, MI 48640
info@abdow.org
www.abdow.org

1.989.839.2744 or 1.866.315.7678 (toll free)
Fax:  1.989.839.2611

 


Education is all about learning, experiencing and gaining knowledge about many different aspects of life.  A field trip to the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio gives you an education you won’t forget.  “The whole tour was ‘awe-inspiring’ and not at all what was anticipated!”- North Homer Juniors Study Group.

 

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Northfork Farms

Central Michigan  

3637 Morrice Rd. Webberville, Mich. 48892 Christie Showerman
tncshowerman@aol.com
www.northforkoutback.com

517- 468-2011


Come join us for a fantastic time in the 1800's Wild West - Lewis and Clark, Oregon Trail, Indian Village for Stories, Games, Pan for Gold, Old town with fun filled activities, Kids train, Bunk house and stable, bucking barrel and lots more. Benchmarks addressed.

 
 

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Macomb Cultural Center

Southeast Michigan

44575 Garfield Road
Clinton Township, MI  48038
Gerri Pavone
pavoneg@macomb.edu
www.macombculturalcenter.com
 

(P) 586-226-4759
(F) 586-286-2079


The Macomb Cultural Center, Macomb County's place for discovery, explores the influences and experiences that shape our community’s heritage.   Creating interactive opportunities for learning, celebration and entertainment, the Macomb Cultural Center showcases themes related to science, history, literature, visual and performing arts, and culture.  For more information, check out www.macombculturalcenter.com
 

 

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The Michigan Brain GymŪ

National  

PO Box 3374
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
mibraingym@aol.com
www.mibraingym.com
 

616-459-3168

 

Brain Gym is a world renowned program for enhancing learning. It develops the brain in the way it was designed to develop - through movement. Brain Gym assists learners of all ages to experience ease of learning and their inherent potential. It is particularly helpful for children experiencing learning challenges.

 
 

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Navigator Academy

 

Barb Musil
navigatordriving@charter.net www.navigatordriving.com

616-866-8520
616-550-0644


Segment 1, Segment 2,
Adult, Pre-Road Skills Test Evaluation 

If we were any more dedicated,
we’d be you! 

Locations:  Wyoming, Rockford,
Comstock Park,
Tri-County and Big Rapids

www.navigatordriving.com

Barb or Chris, Navigator Driving Academy
616-866-8520 or 616-550-0644
navigatordriving@charter.net

 
 

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Cornerstone Journalism Institute

Grand Rapids, MI

Alan Blanchard, CJI Director
Alan_blanchard@cornerstone.edu
www.cornerstone.edu/events/cji

616-222-1504

 


MAJOR IN JOURNALISM - At our popular summer high school journalism camp at Cornerstone University. Students live in dormitories and take their meals for a week on CU’s campus, as they learn journalistic style writing/newspaper reporting skills, with laptop computers, from professional newspaper editors and professors at the 6th annual Cornerstone Journalism Institute, July 20-25, 2008, in Grand Rapids, Mich. Enrollment is limited. Ask about a homeschooler discount, too.

 
 

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Hope Piano Studio

Rochester Hills

749 Shortridge Ave
Rochester Hills, MI  48307
abhaya@comcast.net
www.musicstaff.com
(search for private teachers by zip code)

248-742-9262


I teach with a passion to advance the knowledge of Music...as I believe "Once trained, the pupil will be like his teacher" (Luke 6:40)

 
 

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The Bilingual Fun Company LLC

Metro Detroit Michigan

42015 Ford Rd. #272
Canton, MI 48187
Jennifer Manriquez
jennifer@bilingualfun.com 
www.bilingualfun.com

734-748-3898


Learn Spanish with Bilingual Fun. Interactive, fun, and educational language program. Children are exposed to the language through upbeat classes, unique educational products, and award winning DVD series. For ages 2- 10 yrs.  Early language instruction is the key to language learning success. Classes are located in Plymouth, MI.

 
 

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Futura Language Professionals
of Michigan

Metro Detroit (State-wide in 2008)

PO Box 870
Grosse Ile, MI  48138
karao@futuraadventures.com
www.futuraadventures.com

734-785-9557


Futura Language Professionals is a community-based Spanish school. We partner with homeschool groups to provide enrichment Spanish classes for children. We offer a dynamic ten-level elementary Spanish curriculum based on our unique and highly effective Building Block Method of LearningŪ. We also offer preschool, adult, and middle school courses.

 
 

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Lozier Music- Piano Lessons

Oakland County, Macomb County Michigan

Rochester Hills, Michigan
Carrie Lozier
loziermusic@wowway.com
www.loziermusic.com

248-844-1024


Revolutionary Australian piano program, Produces unprecedented results
Start playing blues, classical, accompaniments and contemporary pieces from your very first lessons.
"I have seen a lot of music programs over the years. Some were fun. Some were clever. Some were thorough. This one has it all. " Mary Pride- Practical Homeschooling Magazine

 
 

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