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| mrspr.com >Home Releases Education K12 to Host Innovation in Education Expo in Raleigh, NC Families Invited to Attend Free Event to Learn More About Homeschooling, The K12 Learning Program, and Meet Other Local Homeschool Families RALEIGH, N.C., May 13 On Saturday, May 14, 2005, parents from across the Raleigh-Durham area are invited to attend a free, day-long Innovation in Education Expo hosted by K12 Inc. The Expo is designed for families who are interested in homeschooling and the K12 learning program. It is also an opportunity for home school families in the local area to meet, share ideas and experiences and hear more about K12. Moreover, the Expo is an excellent opportunity for families to learn more about the option of homeschooling and find out how K12 is helping to provide a high quality program to thousands of homeschool families across the country. This family-friendly event features dynamic speakers, education experts, workshops for parents, and fun activities for kids. The event is free and open to the public. More information can be found at http://www.k12.com/ or by calling 866-619-8012. Date/time: Saturday, May 14, 2005 -- 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location: Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel4500 Marriott Drive
Raleigh, NC 27612
SPECIAL GUESTS:
* Franco DiLuzio: Interior and space designer expert Franco DiLuzio, who
can be seen on HGTV's Mission: Organization, will provide attendees
with tips on how to set up an excellent and organized teaching
environment.
* John Holdren: Senior vice president of content and curriculum for K12
Inc. Previously, he was vice president and director of research and
publications at the Core Knowledge Foundation, one of the country's most
trusted and respected education centers. Mr. Holdren (along with E. D.
Hirsch Jr.) oversaw development of the Core Knowledge Sequence and co-
edited the Core Knowledge Series of resource books.
* Dr. Bror Saxberg: Chief Learning Officer of K12 Inc. Dr. Saxberg holds
an M.A. and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from
the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), an M.D. from Harvard
Medical School, an M.A. in Mathematics from Oxford University, and a
B.S. in Electrical Engineering and a B.S. in Mathematics (with honors)
from the University of Washington.
FUN ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS:
* KIDS TRACK: A variety of activities with the theme "This Land is Your
Land" will be offered throughout the day, with music, art, literature,
games and learning.
WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS:
* Embarking on the Homeschool Adventure
* Getting to Know K12 and the Online School
* Using K12 with Multiple Children
* Making Learning Fun
* Tips and Tricks: Maintaining Your Household and Lifestyle
About K12 Inc.
K12 Inc. is an education company that has developed a comprehensive learning program including curriculum, tools, materials and an innovative lesson delivery system through the K12 Online School. The learning program was developed by a team of education experts who meticulously developed the curriculum by researching and identifying the best learning methods and material. K12's comprehensive curriculum is based on traditional subjects and core skills. More than 15,000 students nationwide are currently using the K12 learning program in a variety of learning environments, including traditional schools, virtual (online) schools, and homeschools. More information on K12 can be found at http://www.k12.com/. Source: K12 Inc. CONTACT: Jeff Kwitowski of K12 Inc., +1-703-970-8281, or Web site: http://www.k12.com/ mrspr.com > Home Releases Education |
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