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The one real goal of education is to leave a person asking questions.
~ Max Beerhohm
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Curriculum Email Lists, Support Groups, Message Boards, Forums and Newsletters
- ACESchoolofTomorrow - This is a list for those using or interested in using the School of Tomorrow program. Come on in and discuss your homeschooling day with us! General homeschooling discussion welcome, also.
Please respect others -no flaming is allowed. You will be required to post bi-weekly to be a member. Have a GREAT homeschooling day!
To join please send your name and info to us at ACESchoolofTomorrow-owner@yahoogroups.com.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ACESchoolofTomorrow/.
- AlgebraAtHome - This mailing list is a place where people can exchange information about effective ways for homeschoolers to use the VideoText Interactive program to teach Algebra to their children. Even parents who are not homeschooling may find this list useful if their students are struggling with Algebra now. We will also discuss methods and products to use before or after using the VideoText programs.
For more information, visit http://www.videotext.com/.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AlgebraAtHome/.
- alphaomegahomeschool (Alpha Omega Homeschool) - Are you homeschooling with the Alpha Omega curriculum, using either LifePacs, Switched on Schoolhouse, Horizons or a combination of all 3? Then you're in the right place!
If you need encouragement, support or have advice for someone else who might be going through a rough time, please post! This is what this club is here for!
Have you encountered an error in the LifePac workbooks or the Teacher's manual? Have you run across a glitch in the Switched on Schoolhouse software? Please post these things as a warning to others as they may encounter the same problems. It helps when you know what's ahead of you!
Lastly, WELCOME! You have just become an integral part of an awesome club!
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/alphaomegahomeschool/.
- AmblesideOnline (Implementing AO's Homeschool curriculum) - Ambleside Online is a support group for families using the Ambleside Online Curriculum, which is designed to be as close as possible to the curriculum that Charlotte Mason used in her own PNEU schools.
This list is exclusively for homeschool parents to discuss the implementing of this curriculum. You may not join this list to sell your product or advertise your business.
THIS IS NOT A GENERAL CM LIST, nor a general homeschooling list and posts must be restricted to focus on Ambleside Online's specialized purposes. Members may adjust the curriculum to their own personal needs and limitations, but for the sake of list volume, DISCUSSION ABOUT BOOK SUBSTITUTIONS AND NON-CM CURRICULA IS DISCOURAGED. See our list guidelines. If a more general CM list would meet your needs, you might start with http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cmason.
There is no tuition, and whenever possible books are chosen which are available for free online. Our homepage is http://www.amblesideonline.org.
Though not quite "CM in a box," it is our intent to help parents make the transition from Charlotte Mason's philosophy to practical application. This is not a claim to be the only way to use Charlotte Mason's ideas, nor do we claim this to be *the* CM curriculum. Rather, this is offered as a help to homeschooling parents who may be floundering without some sort of guide. Members are strongly urged to be learning more about the philosophy behind CM's method, since failure to understand the importance of habit, character training and her other ideas will render this curriculum no more than just another booklist.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AmblesideOnline/.
- calvert - Welcome to a friendly group of parents who are either using the Calvert Home Study Curriculum or who are thinking about it. Here you can find out more about Calvert, get tips on practically any aspect of using Calvert with your children, ask questions, share your expertise, and fellowship with other Calvert users.
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/calvert/.
- CalvertMiddle (Calvert Middle Grades 6-7-8) - This group is for parents or guardians of children in the middle school years who are using, or thinking of using, the Calvert School curriculum. If you are interested in discussions about this curriculum and age-group, conducted in a friendly, tolerant, non-religious, and spam-free forum, we look forward to meeting you!
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CalvertMiddle/.
- Classical-LDS-hs (LDS Classical Education) - We would like to welcome you to Classical-LDS-hs, the world's first online forum for the discussion, discovery, and implementation of LDS educational principles, designed for LDS parents who are homeschooling their children using the classical model.
You are probably (a) already using this method or (b) interested in learning more about it. Either way, we're glad you're here. This forum is focused on the classical curriculum, in whatever form it may take in each family, and how to apply it within the LDS home, including teachings of the restored gospel and latter-day prophets.
Classical-LDS-hs is a place where ideas can be shared and various educational endeavors can be discussed openly. It is our hope to promote cooperation and excellence in LDS educational efforts. The forum has already seen great success in accomplishing these goals. Many valuable relationships have been built between individuals, true principles have been embraced, and those involved have shared educational principles destined to change our society in a powerful way.
Come join us! Share your ideas, and what has worked for you. Beginners welcome. We look forward to many happy memories together along the homeschooling trail. Tell a friend about Classical-LDS-hs. Then come and share your day with us. Stay tuned and stay in touch.
Visit our companion lists:
- For LDS parents who homeschool their children or who are considering homeschooling as a lifestyle. On this list veteran homeschoolers and beginners will learn together, and take a serious look at the ways in which homeschooling, religious training, and family life shape our lives and the lives of our children.
http://yahoogroups.com/group/SaintsandScholars
- Homeschooling gifted children, giftedness, and gifted resources within the LDS community
http://yahoogroups.com/group/Gifted-LDS-hs
Be sure to visit our website http://www.SchoolofAbraham.com
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Classical-LDS-hs/.
- cmason (For discussion of CM homeschooling) - This list is for persons who are using or are interested in using the Charlotte Mason Philosophy for education (including homeschooling), or to enrich their own lives.
We will research and discuss the original Home Education Series by Charlotte Mason but also other materials. While we use an assigned lesson format, any CM question is welcome at any time and 'newbies' are encouraged to ask questions. Come to our home page for the current notes.
While we use a lesson format for topical parent discussions, any CM question is welcome at any time and 'newbies' are encouraged to ask questions.
This is a Christian philosophy, and this is also a prayer list. We do not screen members, but do expect this atmosphere and respect other's tenets of faith.
This list varies in activity by amount of participation in the discussion. If you are interested in our studies, but want less volume, we offer a study-only version of the list where you would receive only the weekly studies, Sunday Meditation, and announcements (no discussion or responses). That may be subscribed to by sending a blank message to c-mason-subscribe@yahoogroups.com - be sure to include both hyphens and Reply to the confirmation message!
For more information, visit http://www.angelfire.com/journal/CharlotteMason/.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cmason/.
- Gothard_discussion (Bill Gothard Discussion: ATI-IBLP-CF!) - This is a discussion of the theology and materials produced by Bill Gothard through his seminars and books, his homeschool curriculum (ATI), and other connected ministries (IBLP, Character First, Alert, Telos, Verity, etc.). This list is open to all sides -- those that use and support the materials, those concerned about problems with the materials or the organization, and those just looking for more information.
WARNING: This is not a support group; it is open to critics and supporters both. We welcome polite disagreement, we encourage debate, and we seek correction where error is found. Bring your opinions, but be prepared to support them with scripture, facts, and sound reasoning.
While others are welcome to join, you should be aware that the group consists primarily of conservative Christians who take the Bible as the final authority on spiritual issues -- and arguments are made on that basis.
Some of the subjects discussed here concern adult matters that could be considered inappropriate for younger people, and definitely not for children. We do not allow members under the age of eighteen. Join at your own discretion and understand that these topics are found in the materials we are discussing.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Gothard_discussion/.
- GreenleafHelps - For homeschoolers and other interested parents. A place for Greenleaf customers to share ideas, tips, encouragement about how to use books published and sold by Greenleaf, especially our award-winning history study packages. Unmoderated for now, but Greenleaf reserves the right to moderate the list in the future should it become necessary. All postings become the property of Greenleaf Press. By posting you signify your agreement to Greenleaf using your comments (should they choose) in any of its publications without compensation.
For more information, visit http://www.greenleafpress.com/.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GreenleafHelps/.
- HeartofSeton (Catholic Homeschool support for Seton Home Study Curriculum) - Welcome to Heart of Seton! Heart of Seton is a support group for families using Seton Home Study Curriculum. Membership is restricted - it has become necessary to screen new members. It is our goal to provide a safe atmosphere for the Catholic Homeschool Families subscribed here at Heart of Seton. So if you are using Seton, have used Seton or are thinking about using Seton, whether it is full/partial enrollment or just using some of their materials, please sign up and help us out. We can share our ideas, problems, joys, activities, prayers, and much more. If you need more information about Seton, please go to http://www.setonhome.org/.
"Seton provides detailed lesson plans on a day-to-day basis in every subject for each child; the plans are a great guide and a MUST for parents just starting out, because they help you to organize, know what to do each day, and assess the progress each child is making. Seton's lesson plans are very flexible - you decide how slowly or quickly your child will progress through each subject depending upon his or her ability. Seton provides grading and transcripts for each child. Seton will provide, upon request, standardized tests for each child at the end of each school year. As to whether Seton's program measures up to "national" academic standards, I would say, definitely, "yes".. I really encourage you to give Seton a try, you will be glad you did."
Please note, however, that this list is not an affiliation of Seton Home Study School, nor is it endorsed or monitored by Seton.
Newcomers may be moderated for a time after approval. The length of time is at the discretion of owner/moderator.
May God bless your family through the homeschool experience! Jesus, Mary, Joseph, we love You. Save souls! St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, pray for us! St. Michael the Archangel, pray for us!
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HeartofSeton/.
- Heart of Wisdom Forum - Message Board (forum) for Heart of Wisdom. For more information, visit http://heartofwisdom.com/.
- Visit http://heartofwisdom.com/v-web/bulletin/bb/index.php.
- Heart of Wisdom Newsletter - Heart of Wisdom offers a free newsletter. For more information, visit http://heartofwisdom.com/.
- To subscribe, visit http://heartofwisdom.com/newsletter/archive.htm.
- KONOS-JessicaHulcy (KONOS with Jessica Hulcy) - Welcome to Jessica Hulcy's list for all her KONOS users. If you have every wanted to ask another KONOS user a question about how they handled a section of the curriculum, or even wanted to get advice from Jessica and Wade about how best to teach your children using KONOS, this is the list for you.
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KONOS-JessicaHulcy/.
- miquon-key - The Miquon-Key email list is open to all homeschooling parents using Miquon Math, The Key To... Series and/or Singapore Math curriculum to teach their children mathematics. We hope that this group will be an invaluable source of information, ideas and support. All math discussion is welcomed!
Please note: This list is not to be used as an advertising forum, although members are welcome to post any used math curriculum they have for sale. Other than that, NO ADVERTISING is allowed!
This list strives to stay ON TOPIC. Please be sensitive to other members. No chain letters, Internet stories/poems, virus warnings, or spamming.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/miquon-key/.
- MyLittlePrimer - A gathering place for the My Little Primer study guide utilizing the My First Little House Books writen by Cindy Brown. The My Little Primer provides a fun lesson for each letter of the alphabet. Learning about a character in the My First Little House books, or a place the Ingalls' traveled to. There is a little lesson from each subjects required ... Math, Science, History, Language Arts, Art and Bible. This study guide is geared for children ages 2 ~ 8. With the First book being "Making a Friend" there is a Rag Doll that is made with this study to accompany your student along the journey. This Study Guide consists of teaching the child to read, recognize and write the alphabet, while learning of all the people Laura Ingalls wrote about in her Little House books. Starting with the plain body of a Rag Doll as we do the alphabet your student will name and dress the doll, learn how to cook for her/him and much much more!!! There are often extra activities listed here for you and your child to enjoy.
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mylittleprimer/.
- PrairiePrimer - Since the fall of '98 a wonderful group of home schoolers from across the globe have joined together to read The Little House Books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Most of us have found Margie Grays "Prairie Primer" to be a must while teaching our children. There are others on the list that are gifted and write their own unit studies as they go. We are not always on topic and tend to share our home schooling adventures.Your welcome to join us anytime.
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PrairiePrimer/.
- PrairiePrimerToday - Prairie Primer Today is an interesting community of those who utilize the Prairie Primer Unit studies by Margie Gray as the base for their homeschooling efforts.
The Prairie Primer is a literature based unit study used in conjunction with the Little House reading series by Laura Ingalls Wilder.
Come along and join us to find support, ideas, recipes, crafts, etc. that you can use and enjoy in your home learning.
We also have an offshoot of this list for the younger readers. Check out My Little Primer and think about joining us through all the Little House adventures.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PrairiePrimerToday/.
- RainbowScience - This list is for families who use Rainbow Science for homeschooling. We will discuss ideas for the different units, books that we use, materials ideas, and more. This is a support list - we strive to offer encouragement and support to other homeschoolers. This is a Christian group, please be supportive and kind to each other.
- To subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/RainbowScience/.
- raysarithmetic (Ray's Arithmetic Users Group) - This group is for people who use, or are interested in using, Ray's Arithmetic for their homeschool math curriculum.
Ray's Arithmetic students learn arithmetic, increase their reading comprehension skills, and learn to think rather than plod through page after page of addition or subtraction problems with a one line direction at the top of each page. A student raised on Ray's will not even know he should be fearful of "story problems" because from day one every problem is posed in a sentence format.
To purchase Ray's Arithmetic for k-8th (Hard Copies) Please visit Homeschooling Books. (they also carry the Classic Curriculum Workbooks that correlate to the Ray's series). Click here to purchase all of the Ray's books K-12+ on CD. You will need to purchase the Parent Teacher Guide from one of the above links if you purchase the CD set.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/raysarithmetic/.
- RC_A2_Group (RC_A2) - The main topic will revolve around the Robinson Curriculum and A Squared Curriculum. You do not necessarily have to be using either to join the group but should have an interest in learning more and be willing to offer suggestions that worked for your family. Additionally, many homeschool families may not use RC or A2 exclusively and are encouraged to help others find solutions to fit their family's way of life. Conversations are encouraged that uplift and support the family. Anyone is welcome to join but should understand that anti-Mormon statements will not be tolerated and the user banned.
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/RC_A2_Group/.
- RobinsonUsers4Christ (Discipling Our Children for God's Glory) - This group is for Bible and Trinity-believing, God-fearing, "Jesus-Plus-Nothing-Else" Christian families using or investigating the Robinson Curriculum. All homeschooling families using or investigating the Robinson Curriculum are welcome to join, with notice that the group is first and foremost a Christian group. Single parents and large families are encouraged to investigate this curriculum.
We share ideas and provide support. We discuss day-to-day issues faced by homeschooling families, and answer questions about the curriculum. Many of the group members have been homeschooling for several years, and enjoy helping new homeschoolers. We also like to talk about our families and how well they are doing, and we strive to support and uplift members who need love and prayer from like-minded families.
Introductory information on the curriculum can be found at http://www.home-school.org and http://www.my.homewithgod.com/joyfullight/main.htm.
For detailed information or to purchase the curriculum, please visit http://www.robinsoncurriculum.com.
To prevent spam and trolling, the membership process includes a response step. When you ask to join the group, you will receive a membership request email. You must respond to the email, and be approved. As a group member, you agree to our specific guidelines for behavior and communication on the group.
Be aware that when you post a message, even though the membership is intended to be limited, it may be disseminated to many people outside the list. I.e., post only if you intend your views to potentially become public.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/RobinsonUsers4Christ/.
- Saxon_Math_Users - This site is open to all folks who use Saxon Math or are thinking of using it.
We are a homeschooling family of 5, we live in Florida. We are currently using Algebra 1/2, Algebra 1. We use Dive Into Math Tutoring CD's w/ our Saxon studies. Join us!
We have used currently or in the past: Math 76, Math 87, Algebra 1/2, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2. **A reminder, to join you must participate! You must have your membership set to either individual emails or daily digest. All others will be converted to daily digest.**
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- To subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Saxon_Math_Users/.
- SL3-Support - For Users of Sonlight 3 curriculum who wish to glean information, support & encouragement from other users.
We will allow off-topic posts. Please preface subject line of off-topic posts with the code "OT". This will allow those who don't wish to read off-topic postings to skip through them quickly.
Support, encouragement and fellowship are some of the main goals of this list.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SL3-Support/.
- SL-Catholic (Roman Catholic families using Sonlight) - This list is for Roman Catholic families using the Sonlight Curriculum. Our loop exsists primarily to discuss Sonlight in the context of our Catholic faith. Questions about the Catholic faith are welcome. Responses should be in alignment with the Magesterium. Keep in mind that we are all at different places in our faith journey and no one should be made to feel less Holy because they have a different understanding.
No flaming is allowed! If you disagree with someone's comments, please be respectful. Try to indicate OT in the subject line if your post is off-topic. If you do not wish to participate in such discussions, please freely use your DELETE button! The Moderators reserve the right to ask any OFF-topic thread to be continued privately.
For Sale items are allowed if they are 1/Sonlight or 2/Catholic in nature. Please designate FS in the Subject line. If it is a Sonlight item, please indicate in which level this item is used.
Please make sure that you use your REGULAR email address when joining. This way, you will receive all the important correspondence for the group. Files and reminders are sent on an occasional basis and we need to make sure that all of our members are up to speed.
Also, please include your first name, what Sonlight level(s) you're interested in, and any brief comments during the sign-up process. Please be sure to check out our extensive files on most Sonlight levels.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SL-Catholic/.
- slunschoolers (Sonlight Unschoolers) - This group started with poeple who love Sonlight curricula but also like the unschooling approach (and other compatable methods). At this point, we have grown to the point to include other literature-based curricula such as, but not limited to, Tapestry of Grace, Ambleside Online/HOE, Robinson, A2, WinterPromise, Bibliotext, and the early stages of Thomas Jefferson Education. Working out how to mix the two approaches, curricula exchange/sales, and connecting with other eclectic Christian unschoolers is the object. There's no reason we can't appreciate the unique perspective of the Sonlight curriculum or others and unschool too, is there?
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/slunschoolers/.
- SonlightHomeschool - This is a new group for anyone using Sonlight to homeschool their children, no matter what Core or Cores you are using. After looking around for a Sonlight group that wasn't Core exclusive, and not finding one, I decided to start this group.
Even though we are finishing up our ninth year homeschooling, our family is new to Sonlight and I know it will be a blessing to have you join us!
This list is a Christian list yet you do not have to be a Christian to join. But please understand that our views are taken in this light.
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- To subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SonlightHomeschool/.
- SOSfreespeech - This is for those of you who are using Alpha Omega's Switched on Schoolhouse and may or may not be happy with the software, the company or their policies. Here I WILL NOT stop anyone from expressing their opinions or from advertising their used curriculum for resale. I will also guide you to other groups that allow the sale. Venting is allowed here. It is healthier than bottling it up.
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SOSfreespeech/.
- SOShomeschool (Switched-On Schoolhouse) - Switched-On Schoolhouse (SOS) is a computer-based curriculum from Alpha Omega Publications. The purpose of this list is for homeschooling families to share ideas and gain insight into this curriculum. Also to discuss how we've implemented the program into our lives, as well as the technical aspects of it. NO advertising, forwards, disrespect of others.
The current legality of selling used SOS is in question so for the sake of a distinct Christian testimony it is not permitted at this time. NOTE: This list was NOT established by Alpha Omega Publications but by a parent who uses the curriculum.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SOShomeschool/.
- Time4Learning.net - Time4Learning is an online interactive curriculum for homeschoolers. Our forum gets alot of traffic. We provide interactive curriculum for PreK - 8th grade, math, langauge arts, sceince, and social studies. It's popular with gifted, special needs, and mainstream children since it is student-paced.
Join Our Parent Forum. Chat about Online Education and More.
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- Visit Time4Learning Parent Forum.
- Well-Trained Mind Message Boards - These boards are for parents using the methods described in The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home.
Boards include:
- K-8 Curriclum
- K-8 General
- High School and Self-Education
- Special Needs
- Accelerated Learner
- Spanish/Latino
- Networking
- Sale and Swap
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- Visit http://www.welltrainedmind.com/activeboards.php.
- tod-kah (Training Our Daughters to Be Keepers at Home) - This discussion group is for Christian women who have daughters whom they desire to train to be "keepers at home" in the spirit of Titus 2: 4 & 5. Our discussion is around the topics in Ann Ward's "Training Our Daughters to Be Keepers at Home." All subscriptions are subject to moderator approval.
- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tod-kah/.
- u-interlock - This list is for families who use, or are interested in using, the Weaver's Interlock (pre-K/K) curriculum sold by Alpha Omega Publications. This is the place to share ideas on teaching the different units of creation, get tips on teaching 3-6 year olds, and share what works for you. This list is also open to families who have used the Interlock in the past and wish to share their ideas and tips with others.
For more information, visit http://unofficial.weaverpages.com/loopinfo.html.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/u-interlock/.
- u-weaver (Unofficial Weaver E-mail List) - This list is for families who use The Weaver Curriculum for homeschooling. We discuss ideas for the different units, resource books that we use, and tips for teaching with Weaver. This is a support list - we strive to offer encouragement and support to other homeschoolers.
Although we encourage prayer requests, we ask that all general homeschooling questions, and parenting questions, not be submitted to this list. We would like to see this group be used specifically for Weaver discussion. There are other lists for other discussions.
For more information, visit http://unofficial.weaverpages.com/loopinfo.html.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/u-weaver/.
- weaver7-12 (Weaver High School List) - This list is for those who use the Weaver Volumes with the 7-12 Supplements. Your needs are unique! Take time to share your trials and joys with other mothers.
For more information, visit http://unofficial.weaverpages.com/loopinfo.html.
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- To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/weaver7-12/.
Please notify if your email list, support group, message board, forum or newsletter is not included here or if you see errors.
This is an ongoing project - please check back often for updates.
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