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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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Additional Questions

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? The Board Description highlights the responsibilities and benefits. A current VHE Board member will be in touch to tell you more. Yes! Tell me more.
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4. Let us know what church you attend. Volunteering: I realize that VHE is a cooperative support group and agree to be an active member through regular attendance and volunteering to plan activities. 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 2023-2024 school year.

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.**

Community Service Project Team (5)- Coordinate and plan an activity for our group that blesses our local community. You will be working with a VHE Board member to get the event added to the calendar.

Field Day Team May '24 (10)- 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 2024 at a local park. Potluck style dinner is concludes the evening.

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

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

Funky's Skate Day (6)- Collect money and handle registration at the VHE Skate Days held on a Friday afternoon in 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 2024 (4)- If you have a high school student, (not a senior), this would be an excellent place to volunteer. Specific needs are for people to serve refreshments, hand out programs, and some minor set up at the reception. Graduation will be held in May 2024.

Graduation 2024- If you will have a homeschooling senior and would like to participate in the VHE 2024 Graduation ceremony, this is the place for you! Parents of graduates work together to plan the graduation ceremony and meet several times throughout the year to do this. The seniors also plan social events specific to them. For the sake of planning, graduation participants will not be accepted after Jan 1, 2024.

Kick-off Picnic Team, Aug '23 (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.

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 moms' events for the year.

Moms Event Coordinator (1)- A board member will work alongside you to plan moms' events for the year. These may be workshops, a guest speaker, or social events.

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 2024.

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. Community Service Project Team
Field Day Team
Activities Team for Elementary Students
Activities Team for Middle & High School Students
Graduation Hospitality Team
Graduation '24 Participation
Mom's Event Team Volunteer
Moms Event Coordinator
Used Curriculum Volunteer
Other/Plan my own event
6. Select your 2nd choice for your volunteer opportunity. Community Service Project Team
Field Day Team
Activities Team for Elementary Students
Activities Team for Middle & High School Students
Graduation '24 Participation
Graduation Hospitality Team
Moms Event Team Volunteer
Moms Event Coordinator
Used Curriculum Volunteer
Other/Plan my own event
7. Select your 3rd choice for your volunteer opportunity. Community Service Project Team
Field Day Team
Activities Team for Elementary Students
Activities Team for Middle & High School Students
Graduation '24 Participation
Graduation Hospitality Team
Mom's Event Volunteer
Used Curriculum Volunteer
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. 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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$35.00 – Registration