Explorer's Club 2011 -2012

A fun homechool group in the Idaho Falls area for boys ages 6, 7, and 8.

We are now accepting sign-ups for the 2011-2012 Explorer's Club.  Only 1 spot is left.

Please note - Parents are expected to stay and participate with their child/ren, younger and older siblings are always welcome.

Sign Up information is at the bottom of the page.

Explorer's Club 2011

Sign ups are now available for Explorer's Club for the 2011 – 2012 year.

What is Explorer's Club : Explorer's Club is a club for 6-8 year old
homeschooled boys, their siblings and their parents. It is an opportunity for
both the children and the moms (dad is always welcome too) to come together, get
to know one another, do fun activities, and have lots of time to play.

Who can participate?
The group will be limited to 4 boys who are in the 6-8 year old age range. Moms
(or dads) are expected to attend, siblings are always welcome and can have lots
of fun playing together. Most activities, and all field trips, will also be
available for siblings.

What activities can we expect?
Art and Craft Projects (primarily open ended, although some structured may be
included)
Lego Projects
Holiday Parties
Field Trips
Other fun hands–on activities such as problem solving, science activities, etc.
Lots of free play time, and time for moms to visit and support one another on
their homeschooling journeys.
Community service project(s)

What is the cost?
There is a cost of $35 per child (age 6-8 only, no fees for attending siblings)
for the year. This is to help cover the cost of the Legos which we will be
using monthly. At the end of the year the Legos will be put into a big bin for
possible use next year. There may be small fees for field trips and /or other
activities, but these are generally kept to a minimum.

What is expected of each parent?
-  Allow the group to meet in your home on a rotating basis (if you live a distance
away, or have a very small home that you feel would not be suitable for this,
please speak with me and we can make arrangements for you to contribute in
another way). You will not need to plan anything for the weeks we are there,
just provide a place for us to be and some cups for kids who might need water.
-  Ensure you and your child arrive promptly each week.
-  Provide supplies as needed (these are inexpensive supplies like glue, craft
supplies, and we often use recycled items.
-  Attend weekly with your child, get to know the other parents attending, and help
form a fun support group for the parents as well as the children.
-  Notify Charlene or Stefanie as early as possible if you will be missing a week
so that we can plan for supplies appropriately.
-  Bring snacks / games / etc for the Holiday parties (you'll be notified in
advance what will be need for any given week).
-  Commit to participating for the year. Because we are really limiting the number
of children this year, we are asking parents to commit to the year (September –
May) we realize that sometimes unexpected things happen that may change plans,
should that occur, we will of course be understanding, we do ask that you let us
know as soon as possible though. Please do not sign up unless you can
participate weekly (vacations, illness, etc are not a problem, we'll all no
doubt end up missing a few weeks here and there).

When will the group meet?
Wednesdays from 10-12 we will start in September and end in May. There will be
no meeting the week of Thanksgiving. There will also be several weeks in
December / early January where we will not meet.

How do I sign up?
Contact Charlene at 529-4423 or at mrshertzberg@...
Please provide the following information:
Parents name:
Parents phone:
Parents e-mail:
Child(ren)'s name who will be joining the club (6-8 year old boys):
Any siblings who will also be attending (please provide the names and ages):
Does your child have any food allergies?
Are you able to host in your home on a rotating basis (if not you will need to
make arrangements to contribute to the group in another manner)?