bry's-gal Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 I'm working on filling out the paper to notify the superintendent that we are homeschooling. I'm agonizing over the attached lists of curriculum and materials to be used. I'm really have a problem with the PE/Health, Fine Arts, and the First Aid/Safety/Fire ones. Those areas are not formal at all- they are involved in activities and we talk about a lot of the safety/health stuff. What do you guys do? Does any one have an example of what they've done in years past that you wouldn't mind showing me? I'm not sure how detailed to get and if it should be on two separate sheets of paper or all on one! I'm over analyzing it all! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyrjoy Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 hi! I'm a fellow Ohioan....I just wrote any sports for Phys Ed, ie soccer, table...even Girl Scouts. If I was planning a field trip to the firestation, I put that. I had a book of manners I used for health, and one I wanted to use from the library, so I jotted those down. My list for those things were basic...truly, it was fine. Hth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galtgrl Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 We usually list U.S. Fire Administration pamphlets/activity books (I think you can still get them free), FEMA activity books, and something like Usborne's Food, Fitness and Health. Our county has bugged people about not specifically having something for fire safety before, and this keeps them off our back :D. I would just recommend keeping it as simple as possible. You know you don't have to notify until they are of compulsory age, right? Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bry's-gal Posted July 24, 2010 Author Share Posted July 24, 2010 Here is what I have so far: Curriculum for XXXX 2010-2011 Language Arts -Dictation/recitation/narration -Creative/journal writing -Grammar -Spelling -Reading comprehension -Literature Math -Addition facts -Subtraction facts -Skip counting -Measurement -Fractions -Geometry -Sets -Place Value -Money -Graphs -Estimation -Ratio -Area, perimeter, and volume -Decimals Science -Astronomy -Ecology -Physical Science Geography/History -Ancient civilizations -World geography Health/PE -Gymnastics -Swim Fine Arts -Great composers -Great artisits -Piano lessons First Aid, Safety, Fire Prevention -Field trips - Conversations Material List for XXXX 2010-2011 Language Arts First Language Lessons by Jessie Wise Writing With Ease by Susan Wise Bauer Sonlight Reading Guide Math Horizons Science Exploring Creation with Astronomy by Jeannie K. Fulbright Real Science 4 Kids Pre-Level Physics by Dr. Rebecca W. Keller History Story of the World Volume 1 by Susan Wise Bauer The Usborne Book of World History Fine Arts Classical Conversations by Leigh A. Bortins How does it look? To basic? To much? Oh, and she will be turning 6 in a few weeks so I will have to report her! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galtgrl Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 Oh, and she will be turning 6 in a few weeks so I will have to report her! Oh, ok. Just wanted to be sure you knew. Your layout is a little different than mine, but should be fine. Each county is different, and I know some make it very easy, while others do the opposite...hopefully you're in an easy-to-work-with county :tongue_smilie:. I also usually have a section at the end of the materials list for "General Resources", sort of a catch-all for things like 4H materials, library resources, one of the "What Your ____grader Needs To Know" books, you get the idea. BTW, love the quote in your sig. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bry's-gal Posted July 24, 2010 Author Share Posted July 24, 2010 Thanks for the feedback! I like the idea of the MISC area. I have no idea what our county is like as this is our first time. Hopefully it won't be to bad as we have a lot of homeschoolers in our area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 For phys. ed, I just listed that the kids were enrolled in community sports and swimming lessons, and that they did team games and physical activities with Cub Scouts. For the safety stuff, I just said we review our safety plans, read library books and visit police and fire station with Cub Scouts. I did list some books we are reading for health and some field trips I have planned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzyfizzle Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 Ours last year looked similiar, we listed out the books and authors for each subject such as you have listed. Below that we had a misc. list- Textbooks/Workbooks Maps and Globes World and Ohio History materials Resource materials- Dictionaries, Encyclopedias and Thesaurus Library loan materials Multi-media resources- Video, Cassette, and Software Musical recordings and printed sheet music material Computer and internet access Family and Sporting activities Field Trips Games and pen pals Livestock and pet care Musical instrument instruction 4-H and Community resources including but not limited to county fair and museums Home school Support group resources and activities First aid, safety, and fire prevention resources Health education materials This list can never be complete We worded it something like this- We intend to cover the typical requirements and more for the average children of their age, incorporating all subjects mentioned in Question #5, and using every opportunity for education. (Question 5 is the "Assurance that home educators will include the following, except that home educators shall not be required to include any concept, topic, or practice that is in conflict with the sincerely held religous beliefs of the parent; a Language, reading, spelling, and writing b Geography, History of the U.S. and Ohio; national state and local gov. c Math d Science e Health f Physical education g Fine arts including music h First aid, safety and fire prevention) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiobrain Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 This is a good place for Ohio info http://www.tiprr.com/blog/?page_id=574 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfarm Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 This is all I provide and it has not been questioned for the last 6 years. In the body of the notification form I type "see attached outline" and then attach a page with this information. Brief Outline of the Intended Curriculum for the Current Year: All subjects required in Section 3301-34-03 (5) of the Ohio Revised Code will be covered in an age-appropriate manner, including but not limited to: Rod and Staff English curriculum Spelling Power Math U See Arithmetic curriculum Tapestry of Grace History and Reading curriculum Earth Science curriculum Customized curriculum for: Spanish Art Ohio History Health Music List of Textbooks: Bible Spelling Power Rod and Staff English Math U See Arithmetic Tapestry of Grace Year 4 Kingfisher’s Science Encyclopedia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyagain Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 I'm an Ohioan also:). In the regulations it states that we have to teach Ohio history, American history, government. Does that mean we have to teach ALL of those subjects EVERY year? I seriously doubt the PS does! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 States that require fire safety from homeschoolers always crack me up. My fil has been in the fire service as a volunteer, assist chief and now chief. My kids could teach most elementary fire safety courses. Having said that, I like boy scout and cub scout safety, health and manners stuff. For elementary age, search for Cub Scout Academic Awards (aka Beltloops and Pins). For 6th grade and up, look for Merit Badge Requirements (especially, Fire Safety, Personal Fitness, First Aid, and Emergency Preparedness). You will also probably find some applicable stuff at the CDC website (ex. Poison Control, Flu prep) and at the FEMA website (disaster preparedness). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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