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SUMMARY:Navigating High School
DESCRIPTION:We are offering an online workshop focusing on the high school journey.  This is only open to Essential families\, because we will be discussing procedures specific to Essential enrollment and Essential’s diploma requirements.  Best for families with students in grades 8-12. \nRegistration is required.  Use the button below to reserve your spot! \nThe virtual link gives you access to the Microsoft Teams meeting.  Microsoft Teams is available as a free app\, and you can also access it through Google Chrome as a weblink.  Plan to log onto the meeting about 5 minutes before the workshop begins.  We won’t be able to help with log on issues during the workshop.  This link will NOT work on Apple’s Safari web browser. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/navigating-high-school/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For the Parent,Homeschool Conferences,Virtual Events
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UID:10000372-1764853200-1764858600@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:New to Homeschooling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host this webinar for those who are interested or are needing information in the homeschool journey.  Please invite friends and family to join us\, and we feel that even those of us who have been on this journey for a little bit can be encouraged in attending this event.  Let’s be encouraged and rejuvenated in our purpose and reasons for homeschooling and directing our students’ education! \nHere’s a brief outline of the webinar’s topics: \n\nPurpose for Homeschooling\nLegalities\nEducational Methods\nChoosing Curriculum/Classes/Co-ops\nPlanning School Days\nQ&A\n\nRegistration is Required!  CLICK HERE to register now.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/new-to-homeschooling-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For the Parent,Homeschool Conferences,Virtual Events
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UID:10000305-1764842400-1764847800@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:Navigating High School
DESCRIPTION:We are offering an online workshop focusing on the high school journey.  This is only open to Essential families\, because we will be discussing procedures specific to Essential enrollment and Essential’s diploma requirements.  Best for families with students in grades 8-12. \nRegistration is required.  CLICK HERE to reserve your spot! \nThe virtual link gives you access to the Microsoft Teams meeting.  Microsoft Teams is available as a free app\, and you can also access it through Google Chrome as a weblink.  Plan to log onto the meeting about 5 minutes before the workshop begins.  We won’t be able to help with log on issues during the workshop.  This link will NOT work on Apple’s Safari web browser.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/navigating-high-school-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Essential Only,For the Parent,Homeschool Conferences,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20251021T181143Z
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SUMMARY:National Homeschool Day of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Please join us and other homeschoolers across the country as we:\n\nGive thanks for the freedom we have to homeschool our children\,\nPray for homeschooling families in your own nation and around the world\,\nPray for upcoming elections and the impact they may have on homeschooling\,\nPray for your state’s homeschool organization and its leaders.\nPray for your elected officials to recognize that the education of children is the responsibility of the parents\, not that of the nation\,\nPray for your own family—your homeschooling journey and the Lord’s guidance as you take that journey\, your relationships with one another\, your own children and their futures\, as well as seeking ways your family can minister to others\,\nRejoice in God’s mercy and His faithfulness in all things.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/national-homeschool-day-of-prayer-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Activities,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T190000
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UID:10000369-1762455600-1762459200@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:State of Homeschool Freedom
DESCRIPTION:A FREE virtual event for all Alabama homeschool families. \nRegister at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/state-of-homeschool-freedom-nov–6 for access to the online event.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/state-of-homeschool-freedom/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For the Parent
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250702
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UID:10000341-1751328000-1751414399@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:Essential's 2025-2026 School Year Officially Begins
DESCRIPTION:Either complete the Re-Enrollment form on your Member Page – OR – JOIN US at https://essentialchurchschool.org/enrollment \nJuly 1st marks the movement for Essential into a new school year for our records\, but your students can continue to work on completing grade levels or coursework through this school transition.  Your academic reporting has freedom in Essential to report as work is completed.  The only requirement is that you are enrolled with Essential! \nContact our office staff if you have any questions about Essential’s school year designations.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/essentials-2025-2026-school-year-officially-begins/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Enrollment
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UID:10000342-1751241600-1751327999@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:2024-2025 Attendance Due
DESCRIPTION:2024-2025 attendance is due for all students enrolled with Essential during the 2024-2025 school year.  There are no exceptions! \nUse the online attendance form on your Member Page to have it automatically submitted to Essential\, or use the printable attendance record to return to the office by June 30th. \nAttendance records are a requirement of state law\, and Essential requires this of all students regardless of the number of days enrolled during the school year.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/2024-2025-attendance-due/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Essential Only
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UID:10000327-1740380400-1741561200@www.essentialchurchschool.org
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241102
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UID:10000318-1730419200-1730505599@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:National Homeschool Day of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join homeschool families across the nation and the world in a special day of prayer. \nFollow the Homeschool Freedom Facebook page for hourly prayer prompts starting at 10:00 AM (EDT)\, special guests throughout the day\, and more. This annual event takes place the first Friday of November. \nFREE ACTIVITY GUIDE:\nDownload the free activity guide and print copies for each of your children to enjoy the activity and coloring pages throughout the day and beyond. \nLEARN MORE: homeschoolfreedom.com/prayer
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/national-homeschool-day-of-prayer/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240702
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UID:10000302-1719792000-1719878399@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:2024-2025 School Year Begins
DESCRIPTION:The Essential school year runs from July 1st through June 30th. \nWe allow families to set their own school day schedule within these parameters.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/2024-2025-school-year-begins/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Enrollment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
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UID:10000301-1719705600-1719791999@www.essentialchurchschool.org
SUMMARY:2023-2024 Attendance Due
DESCRIPTION:Please submit your 2023-2024 attendance records through the online form or to the school office before June 30th. \nThis is a legal requirement for all schools in Alabama.
URL:https://www.essentialchurchschool.org/event/2023-2024-attendance-due/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Enrollment
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