November 2024

High Country Member News

High Country is a unique place where we welcome God to lead us in every aspect. It is a place where we get to be with other Christian families and encourage one another. Homeschooling is one of the most rewarding yet challenging adventures we could ever embark on. It is very helpful to know other homeschooling families with the same beliefs and values.

The best way to get to know one another is by getting involved in our events or joining in by volunteering. High Country offers enrichment classes and Mom’s Group on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. In the Moms Group, you can get to know other moms and be encouraged by some of our most seasoned homeschooling moms. If you have a teen we have two opportunities of fellowship for them: Teen Immerse (teen group events) and Youth Prayer. We would also love to have you join our staff.

Please note our Open Staff Positions for the 2024/2025 School Year: Academy Manager, Guest Services Coordinator, Class Coordinator, Teacher Tot Coordinator, Serving Projects, IT Support, Prayer Facilitator, Teacher Tot Lead Teachers, and Team Leaders.

The Join Our Team page has more details.

Appreciation Week - November 12/13: Show appreciation to those who serve HCHE. Is there a Teacher, Vital Partner, Staff Member, NLC Hospitality Staff member, or another parent who has made your time special with a note of thanks, a homemade treat, or any “special something.”

Spirit Days: November 5th & 6th Character Day- Favorite Bible, book, or movie
November 19 & 20 Dress in your HCHE T-shirt or HCHE colors

Share Your Gifts with Others

Become a teacher at HCHE.

Apply today

Who: K thru 12 Students & High Country Families
What: Discovery Tour at Cave of the Winds
When: Monday, November 4th @ 11:00 am
Where: 100 Cave of the Winds Rd Manitou Springs, CO 80829
Cost: Students 12 and under $11.00, 13 and up including students and adults $18.00, $4.00 for Gemstone Panning add on!
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 28th @ 3 pm!
*This is NOT a drop-off event. At least one parent must accompany their child(ren) on this field trip.
Event is Full. Click link to go on wait list.
REGISTER HERE

Questions about Field Trips?
Email Brianna at fieldtrips@hche.org.

Links for registering for Serving Opportunities are in the descriptions below and on the HC Member’s Webpage.

We are currently looking for someone to plan and oversee our service projects. Serving Projects is a great way to serve our community with other High Country families. Our goal and prayer is that God's love will shine through our families in these opportunities, that God honoring relationships will be built as we serve God together, and that this group will contribute to the development of a servant's heart in our children.

If you would like to know more about this position, be sure to reach out to Jamie at humanresources@hche.org.

Questions about Serving Opportunities? Email servingprojects@hche.org.

CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

HCCA info

Please read our updated Quarterly Reporting Instructions

Parents submit a curriculum plan of their choosing and complete four quarterly reports each year. In return, HCCA provides private school enrollment, report cards, and high school transcripts and awards diplomas upon completion of our graduation requirements. Curriculum consultation is also available to HCCA families.

Benefits of enrollment in HCCA:

Privacy
Security
Accountability
Guidance

HCCA enrollment for the 2024/2025 school year is open.

LOCAL & STATE RESOURCES

MORE INFORMATION

BJU Press Homeschool is a publisher of K–12 textbooks and video courses for homeschool families. HomeWorks by Precept is a partner with BJU Press Homeschool because we share their core values of biblical worldview, academic excellence, and critical thinking.

It takes an army of dedicated moms and dads to make High Country run smoothly! Going beyond volunteering allows you to connect with other families, have payment opportunities, and more.
Click here to view all open positions.
Questions about Open Positions? Email Jamie at humanresources@hche.org.
High Country is a Praying Ministry!
We have Adult Prayer Group Tuesdays and Wednesdays during our Enrichment Classes at 11:00am. During this time the team has worship and prays over High Country and its families. Sign-up here.
Email Sacha to get involved at prayerdirector@hche.org
Youth Prayer is a time for teens to Worship and Pray under the discipleship of the Youth Prayer Coordinators. Times this semester are Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 2:00 pm with Kristy Rodriguez and Sacha Warrum. Sign up as a class, this is a free class.
Need encouragement for your homeschool journey? Connect with a Mentor Mom, an experienced High Country homeschool mom who is finished or nearly finished with her family’s homeschool journey.
Questions about Mentor Moms? Email mentormomsfacilitator@hche.org.
Mom’s Groups are a great way to connect with other homeschooling moms, grow spiritually and receive and give encouragement! Groups meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am during Enrichment Classes and have a mix of small and large group times. Childcare is provided for a small fee through Preschool age. Choose the day that fits your schedule best or attend both.
Sign ups will be happening at Fall Registration.
Questions about Moms Groups? Tuesdays, email momsgrouptues@hche.org.
Wednesdays, email momsgroupwed@hche.org.
Welcome to High Country Family Care Ministry!
Please welcome Janaya Belveal.
Janaya oversees our Family Care Ministry, providing support to families in need and support to our single moms and military families.
Please reach out to Janaya to learn more about how she can support you and your family.
familycare@hche.org

Immerse provides a great way for our High Country teens to get plugged in with other homeschoolers in a Christ-centered environment. Adult chaperones are present at each meeting. Students age 13 to 18 years old, until graduated, and a registered member of High Country Home Educators for the current school year, are eligible to participate. In addition, parents must complete the Teen Group Registration.

Questions about Immerse Teens?
Email immerseteens@hche.org.

Immerse Teens Friendsgiving Semi-Formal Dance and Pie Social
**REGISTER HERE**

ENRICHMENT NEWS

Interested in Volunteering? If you would like to be part of our “army of volunteers” during the Spring 25 semester, we will be scheduling interviews. We desire to help all who want to serve to be able to do so. Please contact Jamie at humanresources@hche.org if you have any questions.