Welcome
Welcome to the Kanawha-Putnam Home Educators web site. It is our hope and prayer that you find this site useful in your homeschooling endeavors. If you have any questions or would like more information about KPHE just click on "Contact Us" above and we will be happy to get back to you.
Kanawha-Putnam Home Educators was founded in 1990 with the purpose of assisting parents in the home education of their children by providing activities and services, as well as offering mutual encouragement and support.
Our Mission
To view sample copies of past KPHE monthly newsletters, click on the link below. You must be a KPHE member to view the current newsletter.
The current newsletter contains important information about the Tri County YMCA, Midwest Homeschool Convention, Classical Conversation Events, etc.
Monthly Newsletter
Membership in KPHE is available to those homeschooling families who submit an application for membership, pay the annual dues, and agree to abide by the by-laws and code of conduct. Membership is required for participation in classes, field trips and special activities.
KPHE Membership
Kanawha Putnam Home Educators
KPHE
2009 Father Son Retreat
KPHE SPOTLIGHT
YMCA/KPHE Physical Education Program
Each week, members of KPHE join together for a time of exercise, fellowship and instruction at the Charleston YMCA. The second fall session will begin on October 29 and will include tennis and indoor soccer. This program is for children ages 6 - 18. For a schedule and registration form, click on the links below.
Save the Date . . . . .
KPHE Summer Picnic - Sat., August 28th 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Hurricane City Park
Check This Out . . . . .
Do you remember your mother saying "Many hands make light work?" It's true!!! Running a support group for homeschoolers spanning two large counties does take "many hands". Have you ever thought of leading a field trip, organizing a party or serving on the KPHE Steering Committee? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Just click on the "Contact Us" tab and well, contact us!!! Click on the link below to read a letter written by past KPHE President, Kenny & Karen Daniel concerning this topic:
KPHE 2010 GRADUATION - IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!!!!!!
The KPHE Graduation Ceremony has been scheduled for Saturday, June 5 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bible Center Church. A committee has been formed and plans are underway! The next planning meeting will be held on Thursday, February 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the YMCA. Please call Rita Shaffer at 304-345-4881 ASAP if you plan to participate!
Plans are also underway for a Kindergarten graduation to be held this spring. If you would like to participate, please contact Missy Wilson (304-442-8277 or cwilson418@aol.com) or Heather Griffith (590-1950 heather.griffith@yahoo.com).
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KPHE Family Fun Event
The KPHE Family Fun Event has been rescheduled for Friday, February 26th from 6:00 - 9:00 at the Pinch Fire Department. This is a free event open to all KPHE members who would like to participate in family-oriented activities and games and to meet other homeschooling families. KPHE will provide pizza - please bring a finger food, an appetizer or a dessert and your family's favorite drink to share. Sam & Rita Shaffer will be coordinating this event - please contact them at 304-345-4881 or ritajshaffer@yahoo.com if you have any questions.
Directions: Follow I-77/I-79 North
Keep right to take I-79 North toward Clarksburg
Take Big Chimney Exit #5
Turn right toward Big Chimney to a 4-way stop.
Go through 4-way stop over bridge to traffic light.
Turn left at traffic light onto Indian Creek Road.
Go 3-4 miles.
At the Mountain Mart, bear left at the Pinch/Quick intersection.
Go 6 miles to Pinch Volunteer Fire Department on right.
(It is the 2-story brick building opposite Old Roger's Grocery)
Notice: Mistake in Daily Mail concerning homechool testing:
The January 6, 2010 section C-6 of the Daily Mail incorrectly stated that the state Assessment Office says parents with home-schooled children must register their children for the WESTEST II by January 15. This may have also been mentioned on the radio and tv. After several phone calls, it was determined that this was a mistake and should have read that it was optional for homeschooled students. If you are interested in your child taking the WESTTEST II, please call 304-348-7720.
Friday, February 5th
Come join us for Speak Up & Ice Skating!!!!
Speak Up 11:00 - 12:00 at the South Charleston Library
Don't miss the fun! This is for homeschoolers of all ages, pre-school through high school. For information, call Kim Shaffer at 304-965-3506 or email at danshaf@intelos.net.
Ice Skating 1:15 - 3:15 at South Charleston Ice Arena
Cost $5.00 per skater
Any questions, please contact Patty Ratcliff at mpratcliff@aol.com
