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Ever since we started homeschooling (well, more appropriately, realized that what we were doing was actually already homeschooling), I have been trying to encourage other people to at least explore the concept of teaching their kids at home. I even set up a separate homeschool blog when our eldest was still in preschool. I get inquiries from strangers, friends and family members about homeschooling.

Admittedly though, I am no expert and I still have a lot to learn about homeschooling. And yes, to be completely honest, there are days when I think, “Can I REALLY do this? Homeschool my kids? Teach them what they need to know?” (Yep, even non-newbies like me have those moments!)

It’s a good thing then that Manila Workshops and The Learning Basket are holding the YOU CAN HOMESCHOOL!  BE INSPIRED, BE INFORMED, BE EMPOWERED! event on November 16, 2013. It will be a great opportunity for me, as someone who’s currently homeschooling, to be inspired again, and reminded of why we have chosen to take this road less traveled by, as my new friend Jamie of Simple Homeschool calls it. If you’re not a homeschooler and are considering homeschooling, or are simply just curious to know what homeschooling is all about, this event is perfect for you, too!

Here is more information about the event, from the press release by Manila Workshops: 

Homeschooling is a global movement that is now becoming a viable option for Filipino families who want to provide their children with education beyond a classroom’s walls.

Manila Workshops, a company dedicated to continuing education for professional and personal goals, and The Learning Basket, an advocacy that inspires parents to be their children’s first and best teacher, have come together to offer an event jam-packed with information and inspiration about homeschooling that will help parents who are considering to educate their children at home.

You Can Homeschool! Be Inspired, Be Informed, Be Empowered! Is a day-long event happening on November 16, 2013, Saturday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at One Events and Café, One Corporate Center, Julia Vargas cor Meralco Ave, Pasig City.

Parents who are exploring, or are unsure of their homeschooling path, are encouraged to attend You Can Homeschool to gain an intimate look and understanding of home education. The key speakers of this event, Thammie Sy, Frannie Daez (who happens to be a published book author too), and , have all found their calling in homeschooling their children.

Here are some highlights to look forward to:

• Be inspired by our speakers as they share about homeschooling from the heart, developing the homeschooling mindset, and how to homeschool in the Philippines
• Testimonials from children who have experienced learning at home.
• An overview of the homeschooling providers in the country, and the various services that they offer.
• Intimate break-out discussions with homeschooling parents (Ahem.. I will be one of the facilitators for this, so I hope to meet you guys there! 😉 )

At the end of this summit, we hope to inspire parents to take on an active role in the education of their child. We aim to help them be informed of the realities of homeschooling, and learn how they can do it, too. Lastly, we want parents to be empowered with the inspiration and knowledge they have gained to take on the role of “teacher” in their homes.

So, are you ready to find out if you can homeschool? Join us on November 16 — just go here to register! 😉

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