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Get Registered for Summer Classes at Villa today! The summer semester begins on Monday, June 6, 2022. Courses being offered are: BIO 103 — Human Anatomy and Physiology BIO 103L –Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab COR 401 — Core Curriculum Senior Seminar ENG 103 — English Composition II ENG 340 — Exploration in Cinema ENG 351 — Creative Writing: Non-Fiction PSY 101 — General Psychology PSY 203 — Developmental Psychology RST 206 — Religion and Popular Culture Register: Get registered today at www.villa.edu/summer-classes/ For More Information: Contact Becky Strathearn: bstrathearn@villa.edu or 716.961.1870    

Ah, we are all in the teetering month of “May-be we can finish school this month, or May-be we have to go into June.”  The days are growing longer, and our schedules are filling up with all kinds of outdoor to-do’s, venues, and menus.   The end of this month marks the kickoff of summer gatherings with friends and family as we remember our military heroes on Memorial Day.  Whether you’re a host or a guest, the outdoor grill is fully ablaze, and you hope your dish to pass is simple, flavorful, and abundant. Tis the Season wants to help you in that quest! Our full line of spice blends is perfect for adding flavor to any grilling expedition, many with multiple purposeful options.  Roasted Herb Rub, Coffee Rub, and Garlic Seasoning are fabulous on all prime cuts of beef, pork, and/or chicken.  Our Vegetable Dip is a perfect appetizer with any vegetable or fruit for the kids.  The Onion Soup Mix can be used as a soup or on my family’s favorite sausage, pepper, & potatoes one-skillet meal (this month only, I will include the recipe with every purchase!). Just look at those savory potatoes, rich with turmeric spice.  Then, there is our hottest blend yet: Bacon Chili Cheddar Dip. This is one of the most versatile dips on the list!  The cayenne pepper adds a little heat to it, but it’s nothing anyone (including kids) will need to run from.  Simply add sour cream and mayo to just two tablespoons, and you’ll have an instant delight […]

Discover YOU this Summer at Villa Maria! Experience being a coder, filmmaker, health professional, music producer, and more this summer at Villa Maria College! Not sure what you want to be? Our personalized college career assessment camp will help get you on the right track. Exciting week-long sessions are running July 18-July 22. Morning sessions run 8:30 AM – 12:15 PM. Afternoon sessions run 1:00 PM to 4:45 PM. Choose from several fun and educational camp sessions this year, including: Scratch That! (Animation / Game Design) Exploring the College Student in YOU! Changing Lives Through Compassion and Skill (PTA & OTA) Atticus Finch or Katniss Everdeen (Creative Writing) And…Action! (Filmmaking) Be Pharrell! (Recording Studio) Your Vision: Game Design Concept Early Bird Registration $300 for Full Days (8:30 AM – 4:45 PM) $150 for Half Days (8:30 AM-12:15 PM OR 1 PM-4:45 PM) Early Bird Registration Deadline: May 15th, 2022 $350 for Full Days Attend two sessions of your choice; one in the morning & one in the afternoon. Lunch is included! $175 for Half Days One session of your choice. Lunch is provided at an additional cost. Register Get registered today at villa.edu/summercamps For More Information Contact Joanna Zadvorney: jzadvorney@villa.edu or 716.961.2868

Our Homeschool New York / NYS LEAH Legislative Day will be an in-person event in Albany on Tuesday, April 26! Click here to register! Tentative Schedule: 9 AM – Meeting inside the Capitol with Senator Oberacker (those going inside the Capitol must be vaccinated or have received a negative PCR Covid test within the last 48 hours) 10 AM – Prayer on the Capitol steps 11 AM – Passing out position papers throughout the legislative building 12:30 PM – We may meet in the Concourse Cafeteria near the Capitol to share lunch before we depart. We do not believe there is a mask or vaccine mandate for this public place. 1:30 PM – Capitol tour for those who have met the requirements to enter the building 4 PM – Zoom meeting with the Georgia Legislative Director of the Senate Education Committee pertaining to Senator Mayer sponsoring the Senate version of A9926 *Anyone who would like to volunteer to bring a guitar and lead worship would be greatly appreciated! It might be a little bit of a rainy day, so bring your umbrellas. **If you cannot attend in person but would like to participate in the Zoom meetings, please email us at Legislative@NYSLEAH.org   There are three main objectives for this year’s Legislative Day: 1. Worship and Prayer This is the most important part of the event. We will worship our Lord and God, our Creator and Savior, and the One Who guides the hearts of kings like a stream of water! […]

We are excited that Regent University is on your radar. Choosing a college is a major life decision, and you are wise to consider many factors as you narrow your options and commit to a school. What’s a great way to start? Compare the benefits and consider what matters most to you. Let’s explore the top 5 reasons to attend Regent University: Accreditation & High-Quality Academics Flexible & Customizable Degree Programs Enriched On-Campus Life Exceptional Value & Affordable Choices Faith Integration & Spiritual Growth 1. ACCREDITATION & HIGH-QUALITY ACADEMICS   Did you know accreditation is the mark of academic excellence? Regent University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Accreditation raises the bar for the quality of instruction, financial aid, academic scholarship, fiscal responsibility, and credit transfer made available to students. Ranked among top national universities (U.S. News & World Report), Regent is one of only 23 universities nationally “A” rated for comprehensive liberal arts curriculum (American Council of Trustees and Alumni). Being recognized among top colleges underscores our deep commitment to academic excellence and superior student outcomes. 2. FLEXIBLE & CUSTOMIZABLE DEGREE PROGRAMS   You’ll enjoy Regent’s flexible and customizable degrees. Regent offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in more than 150 areas of study, including business, communication and the arts, cybersecurity and technology, divinity, education, government, law, leadership, nursing, healthcare, and psychology and counseling. Regent’s fully-accredited, top-quality academics are conveniently available online or on campus in Virginia Beach, VA. We also offer eight-week course sessions with up to eight starts per year, providing you with flexibility. Thanks to today’s seamless technological opportunities, even on campus students sometimes choose to connect virtually with fellow students and professors, too. Hybrid […]

Are you looking for special EASTER activities to do with your children or Sunday School kids? Watch “Easter Activity: What is That Color?” to find out how our eyes perceive colors and explore “the Jelly Bean Prayer,” a poem that circulates around Easter. You will also learn a fun color wheel activity that your kids will love. After the video, feel free to solve this crossword puzzle to assess learning. We hope this activity engages your kids and offers them an opportunity to deepen their faith in our Savior Jesus. For similar lessons and free resources, go to lightlabetc.com to find out about the book Lightlab, written for 8 to 12 year old kids. Finally, we invite you to fill out this survey to help us improve and to reach a wider community. In return, we would like to thank you by offering a free pair of firework glasses.

Join our Online Party from Monday, April 18, to Friday, April 22. Meet multiple guest speakers, participate in giveaways, and get access to special discounts! We look forward to connecting with our homeschool community! Let us know that you’re coming by registering by 8:00 a.m. on Monday, April 18. homeschoolhelp.com/party

There is no need to settle for online education when an on-campus college experience is within your reach! #nebcvt https://nebcvt.org/admissions/financial-aid/

Hello, Friends! Holiday celebrations and traditions are some of my favorite events with my family, and Easter is no exception. We enjoy the nicer weather, and although we change up the activities from games and movies to nature walks, one thing still remains traditional: our Easter feast. As I’m sure you can imagine, one of my loves in life is providing home-cooked meals for my family, and this year, I’d like to help you do the same with an offer to help with your main course, your dessert, and a simple way to liven up leftovers. Here’s how… One thing I have come to learn over the years is that the main protein is the star of the meal. Without it, the sides are just not enough (just ask my family about the years I’ve made not-so-fabulous meals because I over- or undercooked the main course). However, with Tis the Season’s Pineapple-Cherry Jam, a delicious combination of pineapple, maraschino cherries, and brown sugar, all you have to do is spread it over the top of your ham (or any pork, for that matter) and forget it. There is no easier way to add flavor, color, and texture! Plus, you will not have the added dilemma of keeping the pineapple slices from falling off the ham, leaving the entire flavor at the bottom of the pan.  One jar of jam will easily provide all of the added flavors needed for any ham up to 20 lbs. throughout the basting process, and the […]

This agreement between BJU Press and Homeschool New York is effective from August 1, 2021–November 30, 2022. All Homeschool New York members are now eligible to receive a 10% discount on Iowa Assessments ordered through BJU Press! GENERAL ORDERING Online and paper test ordering for 2021 Fall Norms began on August 1, 2021. Midyear Norms began on December 1, 2021. Online Ordering: Visit the Parent Portal to order tests online. School Code: CTSFNXA3 Sign in or create an account. Once Signed In, you can easily access the items you need. Items are displayed based on what your group recommends. Most common are Iowa Assessments Form E (online) and Iowa Assessments Form E and CogAT Form 7 (paper tests). CogAT is optional, but the item number is the same for all paper tests. Select items and quantities for each grade needed. Check out. Follow the steps outlined in the checkout process, including choosing an address and adding student information. Enter in remote proctor information and choose test date and time. Sign Online Testing User Agreement. Submit payment information. Phone Ordering: Call 1.800.845.5731 to order over the phone. Please ask to be connected to the Testing and Evaluation Department and mention that you are with NYS LEAH (you’ll have to provide the School ID: CTSFNXA3). 10% Discount: To receive the discount, identify yourself as part of NYS LEAH and provide the School/Portal ID: CTSFNXA3. ONLINE TESTING *Orders must be placed at least 2 weeks ahead of desired test date. Pricing: • Iowa […]