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SUMMARY:Faulkner University Homeschool College Day
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/faulkner-university-homeschool-college-day/
LOCATION:Faulkner University\, 5345 Atlanta Hwy\, Montgomery\, 36109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource
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SUMMARY:LB Studio Spring Portraits
DESCRIPTION:April 9\, 14\, & 15th by appointment only. \nParents can schedule a time at this link: https://lbstudiosphoto.client.photos/book/homeschoolspring \nStarting at only $30 + $10 for each additional child.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/lb-studio-spring-portraits/
LOCATION:LB Studios\, 8141 Parkway Drive\, Leeds\, 35071\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Christian College Fair
DESCRIPTION:We encourage our high school students to attend this college fair and explore Christian college options. \n 
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/birmingham-christian-college-fair/
LOCATION:Westminster of Oak Mountain\, 5080 Cahaba Valley Trace\, Birmingham\, 35242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource
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SUMMARY:Morning Testing for Grades 3-8
DESCRIPTION:We will offer 2-day group in-person testing for students in grades 3-8 at our offices.  Our testing room only accommodates 10 students\, so space is VERY limited.  (For information about online or at-home testing\, visit the Testing information under the Resources tab above) \nPLEASE NOTE:  This is a 2-day testing process.  Your student will be required to attend BOTH testing days. \nPlease complete the form below to reserve your student’s participation before April 1st.  Essential families receive a discount on the test administration.  Essential families should use the discount code:  TEST2025 \nNon-Essential students can test with us\, but you do have to verify that they are homeschooling students and where they are enrolled.  The discount code cannot be used for non-Essential students. \nPlease check out our resource page at http://essentialchurchschool.org/resources/testing for other at-home testing options. \nMORE INFO ABOUT THE TEST: \nWe are offering the Iowa Assessments Form E\, which is the most up-to-date test available to our school.  This test assesses a broad array of skills in these areas: • Vocabulary • Reading Comprehension • Language (Spelling\, Capitalization\, Punctuation\, Usage and Expression) • Math (Concepts and Estimation\, Problem Solving and Data Interpretation\, Computation) • Social Studies • Science • Sources of Information (Maps and Diagrams\, Reference Materials).  Students mark answers on a bubble sheet. Each section is timed.  Test results are thorough and highlight strengths and weaknesses. \nTEST PREP: \nYou can purchase and have your student go through a practice test.  Amazon.com offers several test prep books\, and Essential families should also explore our school library for resources. \nLOCATION: \nEssential Office Building at 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive \nPark up and behind office building\, and enter through back double door entrance. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/morning-testing-for-grades-3-8-2/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Essential Church School Offices\, 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource
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SUMMARY:Morning Testing for Grades 3-8
DESCRIPTION:We will offer 2-day group in-person testing for students in grades 3-8 at our offices.  Our testing room only accommodates 10 students\, so space is VERY limited.  (For information about online or at-home testing\, visit the Testing information under the Resources tab above) \nPLEASE NOTE:  This is a 2-day testing process.  Your student will be required to attend BOTH testing days. \nPlease complete the form below to reserve your student’s participation before April 1st.  Essential families receive a discount on the test administration.  Essential families should use the discount code:  TEST2025 \nNon-Essential students can test with us\, but you do have to verify that they are homeschooling students and where they are enrolled.  The discount code cannot be used for non-Essential students. \nPlease check out our resource page at http://essentialchurchschool.org/resources/testing for other at-home testing options. \nMORE INFO ABOUT THE TEST: \nWe are offering the Iowa Assessments Form E\, which is the most up-to-date test available to our school.  This test assesses a broad array of skills in these areas: • Vocabulary • Reading Comprehension • Language (Spelling\, Capitalization\, Punctuation\, Usage and Expression) • Math (Concepts and Estimation\, Problem Solving and Data Interpretation\, Computation) • Social Studies • Science • Sources of Information (Maps and Diagrams\, Reference Materials).  Students mark answers on a bubble sheet. Each section is timed.  Test results are thorough and highlight strengths and weaknesses. \nTEST PREP: \nYou can purchase and have your student go through a practice test.  Amazon.com offers several test prep books\, and Essential families should also explore our school library for resources. \nLOCATION: \nEssential Office Building at 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive \nPark up and behind office building\, and enter through back double door entrance. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/morning-testing-for-grades-3-8-2/2025-05-01/
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SUMMARY:Ready? Let's Read! Christian Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Essential is excited to offer this resource for our families and students!
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/ready-lets-read-christian-book-fair/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Resource
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SUMMARY:Christian College Fair
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a college that reflects your Christian values?  This college fair gives your student an opportunity to interact and ask lots of questions. \nWe highly recommend for students in grades 9-12. \nRegister at https://www.findyourchristiancollege.com/college-fairs/birmingham-al-christian-college-fair
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/christian-college-fair-3/
LOCATION:Briarwood Christian High School\, 6255 Cahaba Valley Road\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35242\, United States
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SUMMARY:Birmingham National College Fair
DESCRIPTION:Essential highly recommends college fair attendance for all students in grades 9-12.  This large college fair offers information and access to colleges and specialty schools from all across the nation.  It’s proven that exposure and admission to multiple colleges can affect your financial aid options.  We’ve seen it! \nAlso\, the opportunity for your student to see and interact with such a variety of schools will give them a view of what is available beyond the scope of their everyday experiences. \nRSVP online at https://www.nacacattend.org/24Birmingham
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/birmingham-national-college-fair-3/
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