Edmonton - Support Group

Ice Breaker + Food for the Brain

Welcome to the Roots Support Group! Our September session is a wonderful opportunity to welcome new families and reconnect with returning members through fun small-group icebreakers. This month, we'll be discussing "food for the brain" and exploring how nutrition and activity impacts focused learning and well-being. We invite everyone to share a favorite recipe - especially kid-friendly meals, quick dishes for busy travel days, or budget-friendly options for large families.  Share a favourite recipe here.

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

Ages 4 - 6 will go in the Preschool area for games and crafts

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

Parents keep their tiny ones with them since we’re not set up to provide that level of care.

Please encourage your children to participate in the planned activities.

Things to Note:

1. Registration for each meeting is not required but is highly recommended, so we can have your name tags printed and signing in children can be expedited upon arrival. Pre-registration also helps us to have proper childcare for your children.

2. Please bring a labelled water bottles for each child (due to allergies, please save the children's snacks for the drive home).

3. Make sure kids come dressed in proper clean indoor footwear for running (no flip flops or winter boots).

4. Upon arrival, please put all dirty shoes on the mat next to the office. Jackets can be hung up on the coat rack in the foyer. Any backpacks/bags can also be placed in one of these two areas.

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.

7. If your children are attending with another Roots family, a letter with the parent signature, stating who is responsible for your child in your absence, must be given to the Roots Office Admin upon arrival (or in advance) of the meeting.

WAIVER

On behalf of my child, I/we hereby waive and release the Roots Christian Home Education Fellowship, The Father’s House Christian School, any Roots volunteer/facilitator/administrative staff of the Roots Christian Home Education Fellowship, and the venue itself from any liability to myself and my/our children/family. I/We are fully aware of the risks and potential for harm involved in such events, and on behalf of myself and my/our child/family, release from liability, Roots Christian Home Education Fellowship (Roots), The Father’s House Christian School, and the venue; and waive any claims I/we may have as a result of an accident, mishap, or negligence of the Released Party and/or and other party under or affiliated with the Released Party.

ORGANIZER CONTACT INFORMATION:

Lesley George

403-999-5692

principal@rootshomeed.com