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    State Laws  
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
School Laws and Legislation
schoollaw@dese.mo.gov


http://dese.mo.gov/schoollaw/HomeSch/ 
573-751-3527   
Fax:  573-751-8613
 

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    Art  

 

 

COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

 

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    Bookstores
       
   
 
 

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    Christian/Theology
       
   
 
 

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    Convention and Curriculum Fairs

 

April 25 - 26
2008

 

2008 Midwest Parent Educators Conference and Curriculum Fair

Missouri

KCI Expo Center
11730 N. Ambassador Dr.,
Kansas City, MO 64153
info@midwesthomeschoolers.org
www.midwesthomeschoolers.org/conferences.htm

913-599-0311


"The purpose of the 2008 Midwest Parent Educators (MPE) Conference is to provide information on homeschooling techniques and curriculum choices.  The attendees will be primarily intermediate and experienced homeschooling families, but a significant number will be those who are considering the possibility of homeschooling next year or in the future."

 
 

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    Cultural Opportunities
       
   
 
 

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    Curriculum Consultation/Parent Training
       
   
 
 

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    Curriculum Sources
       
   
 

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    Dance

 

 

Ibsen Dance Theatre

Missouri

7221 N. Oak
Gladstone, MO  64118
ibsendance@sbcglobal.net
www.ibsendance.com

816-436-7277

 

Ibsen Dance Theatre Performing Arts School is in its 25th year of operation. The school offers the highest quality of dance, drama and voice instruction at affordable prices. Classes are always age appropriate in music, costumes and movement. All of our instructors are professional adults. For information call 816-436-7277.

 
 

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On Your Toes

Missouri

4835 Lemay Ferry Rd
St. Louis, MO 63129
Kelly Kirkpatrick
misskelly@danceonyourtoes.com
www.danceonyourtoes.com 

(314)487-8082

 

 
On Your Toes is family oriented dance studio offering, classes in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre, pom pons, and tumbling to dancers of all ages
. Our philosophy is dancers should receive quality dance instruction while having fun. More information available on our website at www.danceonyourtoes.com 

 

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Kansas City Young Audiences

Greater Kansas City Metropolitan Community

5601 Wyandotte
Kansas City, MO  64113
Marty Arvizu
enrollnow@kcya.org
www.kcya.org

816-531-4022
(F) 816-960-1519

 


Kansas City Young Audiences, a non-profit organization,
brings the power of the arts to area children and youth.  By partnering with more than 150 professional artists, we offer performances and workshops in schools and libraries and the Community School of the Arts where children may study music, dance, drama, creative writing or the visual arts after school, on Saturdays and throughout the summer.

 
 

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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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    Early Education

 

 

Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes for Kids Powered by Computer Bryte Kids

St. Louis

Emily McLean
computerbrytekids@swbell.net
www.imaginetomorrow.com

1-877-378-5600


Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes includes custom designed software developmentally designed for young learners.  Children work cooperatively as a team to accomplish a unique computer mission, while they move ahead at their own pace on their own computers.  Classes are nationally recognized by the NAEYC on its innovative approach in using technology to teach early literacy skills.

 
 

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    Educational Events and Activities

 

 

Cleveland Chiropractic College

Midwest/Kansas City Metro

6401 Rockhill road
Kansas City, MO 64131
Melissa Denton, Director of Admissions
Kc.admissions@cleveland.edu
www.cleveland.edu

800-467-2252
Fax: 816-501-0205


With 55,000 chiropractors seeing nearly 27 million patients each year, chiropractic is the most widespread of the natural approaches to health care used in the United States.  Whether choosing to become a Doctor of Chiropractic, obtaining a degree in Human Biology or Biological Sciences, or completing pre-professional coursework for other health careers, Cleveland Chiropractic College will offer you a repository of knowledge, expertise and commitment.

 

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Wonders of Wildlife

Missouri, Northwest Arkansas, and Northeast Oklahoma

500 W Sunshine
Springfield, Mo 65807
mmitchell@wondersofwildlife.org
www.wondersofwildlife.org

417-890-9278 Fax
417-890-9243 Phone


Wonders of Wildlife is a 92,000 sq foot aquarium/zoo/museum housing over 225 species of live animals with lots of conservation related exhibits throughout the facility. Several home school, community and scout programs held throughout the year. Traveling exhibits and special events keep everyone coming back for an engaging experience.

Check the website for more information.

 
 

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COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

 

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Challenger Learning Center-St. Louis

Illinois & Missouri

205 Brotherton Lane
St. Louis, MO  63135
info@clcstlouis.org
www.clcstlouis.org

(314) 521-6205


The Challenger Learning Center features a replica space station and a mission control center. Students partake in a simulated space mission and are engaged in activities similar to those performed by NASA astronauts, scientists and engineers. School programs are geared towards students in grades Kindergarten through eighth grade.

 
 

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Brunswick Bowling & Billiards

See website for a location near you

1 N. Field Court
Lake Forest, IL   60045

http://www.bowlbrunswick.com/
 

 

Brunswick Bowling Centers offer the perfect opportunity to combine exercise, math, and science while bowling.  All our retail bowling centers offer home school bowling clubs.  Refer to our website, listed above, to find the center nearest you and sign up on our Bonus Zone for special offers and coupons.

 
 

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    Elementary School
       
   
 
 

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    Enrichment Classes

 

 

Kindermusik With Brenda

Columbia, MO

Brenda Haynes, MEd
601 Business Loop 70 W. Suite 124,
Columbia, MO 65203
brenda@kindermusikwithbrenda.com www.kindermusikwithbrenda.com

573-881-1574

 

Singing, dancing, exploring instruments, and pretend play, make Kindermusik an exciting environment where children (newborn to 7) learn to love music, make friends, and develop positive self-esteem that will last a lifetime! Materials to extend the curriculum into the home make this an ideal program for home-schoolers.

 
 

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Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes for Kids Powered by Computer Bryte Kids

St. Louis

Emily McLean
computerbrytekids@swbell.net
www.imaginetomorrow.com

1-877-378-5600


Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes includes custom designed software developmentally designed for young learners.  Children work cooperatively as a team to accomplish a unique computer mission, while they move ahead at their own pace on their own computers.  Classes are nationally recognized by the NAEYC on its innovative approach in using technology to teach early literacy skills.

 

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Wyatt Violin Shop, L.L.C.

Kansas City

2418 East R.D. Mize Ed.
Independence, MO 64057
Fiddlesong@comcast.net
www.wyattviolinshop.com 

816-252-5656

 


The Wyatt Violin Shop is a family owned business and our focus is on promoting the enjoyment of music and providing the highest quality service to our community. We offer sales of fine violins, repair and restoration, a generous rental program, and private and group instruction for all stringed instruments.

 
 

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    Family Activities/Recreation

 

 

Gladstone Bowl

North of the River Kansas City, MO

300 NW 72nd Street
Gladstone, MO  64118
vickilbowman@sbcglobal.net
www.gladstonebowl.com

816-436-2695

 


Gladstone Bowl offers lanes for home schoolers both Fall and Winter Semesters during the regular school year. Please see www.gladstonebowl.com for dates and guidelines for home school bowling. Tuesdays from 1-3 PM bowling is offered for registered home schools with Gladstone Bowl membership card (free) for $3 including shoes for (2) games of bowling.

 
 

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    Field Trips/Museums

 

 

Wonders of Wildlife

Missouri, Northwest Arkansas, and Northeast Oklahoma

500 W Sunshine
Springfield, Mo 65807
mmitchell@wondersofwildlife.org
www.wondersofwildlife.org

417-890-9278 Fax
417-890-9243 Phone


Wonders of Wildlife is a 92,000 sq foot aquarium/zoo/museum housing over 225 species of live animals with lots of conservation related exhibits throughout the facility. Several home school, community and scout programs held throughout the year. Traveling exhibits and special events keep everyone coming back for an engaging experience.

Check the website for more information.

 

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Missouri History Museum

St. Louis, MO

5700 Lindell Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63112
education@mohistory.org
www.mohistory.org/

314-361-9265



 


The Missouri History Museum welcomes students of all ages! We offer thematic tours and theatre performances in our galleries in conjunction with approved curricula, learning experiences through music and storytelling, and many more programs that will excite and engage your students to learn more about the region’s history. 

 

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    Foreign Languages
       
   
 
 

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    High School

 

 

Kansas City Academy

Greater Kansas City area

7933 Main St.
Kansas City, MO 64114
admissions@kcacademy.org
www.kcacademy.org

816-444-5225


Kansas City Academy is a small, private school serving 6-12th grades. We are an expeditionary learning school offering an active, participatory learning environment with small class sizes. KCA is a personalized learning community that respects individuality, encourages independent thinking, and values creativity in all disciplines. We offer part-time enrollment to homeschool students.

 
 

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    History/Geography

 

 

Missouri History Museum

St. Louis, MO

5700 Lindell Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63112
education@mohistory.org
www.mohistory.org/

314-361-9265



 


The Missouri History Museum welcomes students of all ages! We offer thematic tours and theatre performances in our galleries in conjunction with approved curricula, learning experiences through music and storytelling, and many more programs that will excite and engage your students to learn more about the region’s history. 

 
 

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    Home Making/Management
       
   
 
 

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    Income Opportunities
     Ultimate Solutions  Serving: Nationwide 
 Ray Pisar
3331 S. Kenwood Lane
Tempe, AZ 85282
US@Shaklee.net  
Arizona: 480-831-2166
Toll Free: 877-335-1293  

We are looking for a bright, energetic person with teaching skills and a sense of humor, who would like control of their schedule while building a business at home.

If you know someone like that, have them contact us to see if we are a match.  
 

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Stayin Home And Lovin It!

Nationwide

René McGillivray 
ReneM@iGlide.net 
www.rene.stayinhomeandlovinit.com/

Toll Free  1-877-885-0883
Nevada  702-395-6756

 


Our business is about Health and Wellness and being Environmentally Responsible.  If you or anyone you know has an interest in living without chemical toxins while not sacrificing quality or having to pay more for it, please call!  NO OBLIGATION FOR INFORMATION!  Income opportunity available - No Selling, Stocking, or Delivering.

 

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