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Welcome to the Valley Home Educators Membership Form!

Membership will be approved once payment is received via PayPal:

VHE Membership dues are just $35.00 per family.

Family membership is valid until May 31st. Registration renewal for the upcoming school year begins in June.

If you sign up after March 1, you will pay $15 to participate for the rest of that school year. You will still need to renew for the following year.

You will receive an email in the summer to renew your membership. To avoid refilling this entire form, renew using the link in that email by the deadline.

Check here if you have read and agree to the TERMS OF SERVICE.

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1. VHE TERMS OF SERVICE

As a member of VHE, I attest that I have read and understand the following and agree to honor all the guidelines that govern this group and the principles described therein.

As a member family of VHE:

- I understand the purpose of VHE is to offer a variety of events, activities, and resources designed to support and enhance the homeschooling experience of Christian families in the Harrisonburg area.

- I understand that VHE accepts all payments through PayPal and that a valid e-mail address is required for membership..

- I have read the VHE Statement of Faith .

- I understand that VHE is a volunteer support group in which members work cooperatively to make events happen. Therefore, I agree to help with at least one event during the coming school year.

- I understand that if I register for any VHE activity, it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to cancel my registration within 24 hours of the event. This is a reasonable and expected courtesy to inform the organizers of the activity.

- I agree to supervise and be attentive to my children directly at VHE functions. I will respect the property and facilities that VHE utilizes and will require the same of my children and guests.

- I understand that pictures may be taken at VHE functions and may be posted in the VHE Facebook group.

- I will promote Christ-like unity within the group through my words and conduct and will show tolerance and understanding when others' convictions differ from my own personal views.

- I will handle any conflict within the group using Biblical principles (Matt 18:15-20)

By agreeing to these Terms of Service, I assume all risk of physical injury and/or any other injury that could result from our participation in any of the activities or events that we participate in through VHE. I also understand that as parents, we are held solely responsible for the safety and behavior of our child(ren) at all times.

(1 required) I agree
2. We recognize that Valley Home Educators represents a variety of homeschooling situations. We would like to know who is the primary educator so we can appropriately stay in contact with you! 3. Are you interested in serving on the VHE Board in the future? Yes!
No thanks.
4. Let us know what church you are affiliated with. Volunteering: I, a VHE member family, realize that VHE is a volunteer support group and agree to a giving and receiving relationship. Many events are contingent upon the volunteer commitment of our members. As a member of VHE, I will help with at least one event or activity during the 2022-2023 school year. Many hands make light work.

Please select 3 items from the volunteer opportunities list below. You will only be assigned to help with ONE of your choices.

Descriptions of Volunteer Opportunities

**Note that the number in parenthesis indicates the approximate number of volunteers needed for that service opportunity over the course of a year.**

End of Year Testing Coordinator (1)- You will coordinate and delegate responsibility to other volunteers for our end-of-year testing. You must secure a location, order test materials, and organize volunteers. A board member can work with you and pass down previous years' information to assist you.

End of Year Testing Proctor (12)- You must have a bachelor's degree to volunteer for this! As a tester, you must complete some easy requirements by BJU Press. Stanford 10 testing will take place in May. You must commit to administering one testing level during all three scheduled testing mornings, from 8 am to 12 pm.

Field Day Team (8)- Coordinate and plan an outdoor family event in which kids of all ages compete against each other for prizes. Obstacle courses, 3-legged race, water balloon toss, and many other typical and not-so-typical field day type games will be held in May/June 2023 at a local park.

Field Trip Coordinator for Middle & High School Students (10)- Set up at least one field trip or social activity for older students. You will be working with a VHE board member to get the event added to the calendar.

Field Trip Coordinator for Elementary Students (10)- Set up at least one field trip or social activity for younger students. You will be working with a VHE board member to get the event added to the calendar.

Funky's Skate Day (4)- Collect money and handle registration at the VHE Skate Days held on a Friday afternoon in Aug, Nov, Jan, and March. Ideal for parents of independent skaters so that you can remain at the registration table. There will be a board member present.

Graduation Hospitality Team 2023 (8)- If you have a high school student, usually a junior (not a senior), this would be an excellent place to volunteer. Support the parents of the 2023 graduates as they plan the graduation ceremony and reception. Specific needs are for people to serve refreshments, hand out bulletins, and some minor set up at the reception. Graduation will be held on May 2023.

Kick-off Picnic Team (4)- This event starts off the VHE school year with a bang! Volunteers will help plan, set up, and clean up this event, usually held at a local park. We need a coordinator and volunteers for this event. (September 2023)

Moms Event Team (8)- If you are passionate about bringing homeschool moms together, this volunteer position is for you! You will assist the coordinator in organizing one of the two moms' events for the year. This is a new format for this year, and more details will follow as the event is planned.

Moms Event Coordinator (2)- A board member will work alongside you to plan one of the two moms' events for the year. These events will loosely be some workshops paired with a speaker. One event will be scheduled for the fall and one in the spring.

Talent & Art Show Team (5) Serve alongside a coordinator to help set up, flow, and tear down for the show. Help is also needed to serve refreshments. Typically held at a local church, the evening is a variety show. Between the show and fellowship time that naturally follows, this is often a group highlight. This event will take place in Feb 2023.

Talent and Art Show Coordinator (1)- A board member will work alongside you to organize, advertise and delegate responsibility for the 2023 Talent and Art Show. In previous years, this has been at the heart of VHE. You will need to start planning early in the year to secure a location and set up registration.

Used Curriculum Sale Team (1)- Serve by advertising for the sale and coordinating the site reservation. Sellers, NOT volunteers, will be held responsible for setup and tear down. You will work with a VHE board member for this event. It is held in early June 2023.

New(er) Homeschool Liaison (2)- This is a new position this year for new or newer homeschool families. We would like to connect with those that are newer to homeschooling to better serve them. You would be responsible for connecting with other new or newer homeschool families and giving feedback at a 1-2 board meetings. This is a full-year commitment.

Other/Plan my own event- Choose this only if you have an idea for a VHE event that YOU WOULD BE WILLING TO PLAN. Create an event centered around your particular interests, gifts, or work. A board member can assist you in developing your idea and will work with you to get the event added to the calendar. Please mention your idea in the comments section. 5. Select your top choice for your volunteer opportunity. Mom's Event Team Volunteer
Moms Event Coordinator
Field Day Team
Talent & Art Show Volunteer
Talent & Art Show Coordinator
Kick-off Picnic Volunteer
Graduation Hospitality Team
Used Curriculum Volunteer
Funky's Skate Day Volunteer
Field Trips for Elementary Students
Field Trips for Middle & High School Students
End of Year Testing Coordinator
End of Year Testing Proctor
New(er) Homeschooler Liaison
Other/Plan my own event
6. Select your 2nd choice for your volunteer opportunity. Moms Event Team Volunteer
Moms Event Coordinator
Field Day Team
Talent & Art Show Team
Talent & Art Show Coordinator
Kick-off Picnic Team
Graduation Hospitality Team
Used Curriculum Volunteer
Funky's Skate Day
Field Trips for Elementary Students
Field Trips for Middle & High School Students
End of Year Testing Proctor
End of Year Testing Coordinator
New(er) Homeschooler Liaison
Other/Plan my own event
7. Select your 3rd choice for your volunteer opportunity. Mom's Event Volunteer
Field Day Team
Talent & Art Show Team
Talent & Art Show Coordinator
Kick-off Picnic Volunteer
Graduation Hospitality Team
Used Curriculum Volunteer
Funky's Skate Day
End of Year Testing Proctor
End of Year Testing Coordinator
Field Trip for Elementary Students
Field Trips for Middle & High School Students
New(er) Homeschooler Liaison
Other/Plan my own event
8. Please give as much detail as you can about what your idea is for planning your own unique event. The VHE Chairperson will be in touch with you to help you make this idea happen! 9. New this year is our VHE Book Club!! We plan to do 2 meetings in the fall and 2 meetings in the spring, These will be hosted either at a member's home or the library. There will be a mix of topic reading and selected book reading. Our book selections will be geared towards Middle Schoolers. More details to follow.
(1 required) Yes! I am interested.
No thank you.
10. Tell us a little bit about the reason you registered for VHE. How can we best support you in your homeschooling journey? Additional Questions:

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