December 2021 Support Group

December  - Fellowship & Gym Time

Having time together to develop friendships or catch up with someone you haven’t seen in a while is one of the highlights for our support group meetings each month.  In the past we haven’t hosted a support group in December, but this year we thought we would try something different.  This is going to be a more relaxed meeting for the moms, with some fun activities, and fellowship together. The kids will have regular gym/ classes with supervision. 

Please bring a plate of goodies to share with one another!

Common Questions about Support Group Meetings

What happens at support group meetings?

This is a time for Roots parents and children to come together to enjoy one another’s company while supporting each other on our homeschooling journey.  Our meetings follow a basic format of announcements, devotional, main topic/ discussion and ends with small group prayer time.  Coffee, tea, and snacks are provided for the parents only.

Can I bring my children?

Absolutely, bring your children!

Crawlers – Age 3 will go in the “nursery”

Aged 4-6  children have their own class with age-appropriate activities.  Children must be potty-trained before they can go into this class.

Ages 7 and up to the gym where they may spend some time all together and part of the time divided into two groups.

Please encourage your children to participate in the planned activities. Parents keep their tiny ones with them since we’re not set up to provide that level of care.

Things to Note:

1. Registration for each meeting is not required but it is recommended, so we can have your name tags printed and signing in children can be expedited upon arrival.
2. Make sure kids come dressed in proper clean indoor footwear for running (no flip flops or winter boots)
3. Please put all coats backpacks and extra shoes against the walls in designated classrooms to keep the hallways clear in case of an emergency.
4. Bring labelled water bottles for children (due to allergies, please save snacks for the drive home).
5. Please remind children to be respectful of the leaders and listen to the instructions being given. It is a more enjoyable experience when everyone listens!
6. Please take everyone to the washroom before signing them in to their appropriate classes.

Covid Regulations

Current regulations can be found at: https://open.alberta.ca/publications/cmoh-order-44-2021

• Students are not required to wear a mask during the activity.
• Please do not attend if students or parents show signs of illness. See: Alberta Health Checklist
• Alberta Health has recognized the benefit of our support groups and is strongly encouraging us to continue to meet. (See: Letter from AB Associate Minister of Health)

WAIVER

By registering for this event, I understand that TFH society and its branches Roots Home Education/The Father’s House Christian School, at all organizational levels, will not be held responsible for accidents, injury, loss or damage to an individual or any individual’s property. I agree the applicant/s are in good health and able to participate in the physical activity of this program. In the event the applicant is injured, I give permission for a staff member or parent volunteer to seek medical attention.

I voluntarily agree to assume all the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to my children or myself due to Covid-19 associated with this event.

Contact

Tammy Eacott, 403-616-1381, tammye@rootshomeed.com