HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! : )

Hey Everyone!
WOW! Today is the night before Co-op, the last day of October, and HALLOWEEN!! : ) Happy Halloween everyone! I hope that you all have had a great week so far! I hope we have another beautiful day at Co-op tomorrow cause it's raining where I'm at. Remember to get all of your homework done for Co-op tomorrow so you can be ready to have another awesome day at Co-op. I hope that you had an awesome week and I hope that your day today goes well also. I can't wait to see you all tomorrow! : ) HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Lucky!

Hey Everyone!
Wow I was lucky today and got my wish!!! It was BEAUTIFUL outside today! : ) I was soooo sad that I didn't get to enjoy it. : ( I was inside during my break but I hope that you all got to enjoy the warm sun today. I hope you all had a good day at Co-op today ! I sure did. I cannot believe that there are only five weeks of Co-op left in this semester! WOW be sure to stay on top of all your homework and be sure to get everything prepared for showcase because it will be here before you know it! In case you didn't get a copy of the Gazette this morning I posted it below so you all can enjoy getting caught up on all the Co-op's news. I hope that you all have a great week and I can't wait to see you all next week! : )
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Issue 7 Cornerstone Gazette

Issue 7

October 25, 2011

Student Run Newspaper

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, may our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Favorite Things About Co-op

Written by Songbird

Weare so blessed to be able to attend such an AMAZING Christian Co-op. There are so many benefits to attending Co-op, and I asked some students about what their favorite things about attending Cornerstone Co-op are.

"Being able to go to Co-op is a great privilege. It's very amazing to find a Christian Co-op where the teachers focus on God and do a great job of encouraging. I enjoy spending time with other homeschoolers and socializing." - @ l ; n @

"I love getting to see all of my friends each Tuesday at Co-op! It's a blessing to be able to learn new things in a safe Christian enviornment. I also love ASL. Mrs. Williams rocks! Though I don't always appreciate all the homework she gives us...: )" - Anonymous

"I love being able to talk to people of all ages here! It is so cool to get to talk to someone my age on minute, and the next to a mom or a younger student! I also enjoy the classes, and I'm working on appreciating all the homework. : )" - Anonymous

"I love going to Co-op because I have met some of my best friends there, and have some amazing teachers who have such Godly testimonies. I love doing all the experiments in science, and learning how to sign and sing! I've gotten some memories from this place!" -Anonymous

"My favorite thing about Co-op is getting to see and talk to people that I wouldn't otherwise get to see. I would have to add, though, that my Co-op day wouldn't be complete without my marvelous ASL class and the always enjoyable choir! (The only time it's not enjoyable is when I haven't practiced enough : ( ....Oops! you didn't just read that!) Anyway, I am very thankful for Co-op, and the committee that helps make it possible (And everybody else. : ) ). - Anonymous

"I love being able to attend Cornerstone Co-op. It's such a blessing to be able to come to an awesome Christian Co-op where I can take many different classes that I normally wouldn't be able to take by myself at home. My favorite thing about Co-op is spending time with my friends, ASL class, Art, and Choir." - Anonymous

Lions and Tigers and Bears Oh My!!

Written by Songbird

Last Tuesday at around 6:00pm over forty eight wild animals including lions, tigers, bears, wolves, cheetahs, camels, and giraffes escaped a private animal perserve in Zanesville, Ohio and were wandering loose in the city. The city was placed under lockdown. the towns residents were advised to stay inside until the animals were rounded up, and several schools across the area canceled classes on the Wednesday. This proves just another reason that it's amazing to be a homeschooled student. You do not have to worry about being attacked by wild animals on the way to school!

Half Way Done

Written by Songbird

As some of you may or may not have realized, last week was the falf way mark of this semester! I know the time has gone by very quickly. So now that we are more then falf way done with this semester, be sure to really focus on your studies and getting your projects and songs ready for showcase because it's coming up more quickly then you know!

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Can't Wait!

Hey Everyone!
Wow here we go again! We are back at the day before Co-op. I don't know about you all but Monday's are always soooo CRAZY for me! I feel like I am just moving so quickly all day long that I never have a moment to just stop and rest! lol I am either doing homework or school work all day long and then extracurricular activities and then hop into bed ready for Co-op the next day. Monday's are a very long day for me but that's ok because I like Co-op. I hope that we have another warm day tomorrow so that we all can go outisde. But I don't know at this point it has been pretty chilly so far this week so we may not get lucky with a warm day. But who knows. : ) Can you all believe that October is almost over!?!?! I certainly cannot! And also we are now officially half way done with the semester! We only have six weeks left of Co-op before winter break!!! Anyways I hope that you have all had a good week and I hope that you have an amazing day today. Be sure to pick up an issue of the Gazette tomorrow at either the front table or at the table over by the couches! I can't wait to see you all!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Chance!

Hey Everyone!
Wow we are at the half way point of this semester. I cannot believe how quickly time has passed. Today was a very good day. It was nice outside Very breazy and a bit chilly but when the sun came out it was a very nice day. I am still eating my lunch outside so that I can enjoy the outdoors for a little while longer before the REALLY cold weather sets in. I hope that you all had a great day at Co-op. Have a great week everyone and be sure to get all your homework done for next week. If you didn't get a chance to pick up a copy of the Gazette at Co-op be sure to read it below. If you get the chance please vote on my poll. Thanks!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 6 Cornerstone Gazette

Issue 6

October 18,2011

Student Run Newspaper

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, may our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Celtic Ball

Written by Songbird

The Celtic Ball is a formal evening of Scottish country dancing and traditional music. The ball will be held at the beautiful Christian Community Church North 5586 Olentangy River Rd. Columbus, Ohio. The ball is for age fourteen and up and light refreshments will be served. Appropriate evening attire is requested. Dance instruction is courtesy of Scottish Country Dancing and Traditional Music. There is limited space which will fill up quickly so you need to send in your registration soon! The dance will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2011 from 7:00-10:00pm. There will be a dance practice from 12:00-3:00pm that afternoon. Tickets are $30.00per person by November 19th and $35.00 after November 19th. I have attended the Celtic Ball several times and it is a great night full of fun that everyone can enjoy. All attenders should read the Celtic Ball invitation in order to understand the rules and dress codes fully. Remember the Celtic Ball is NOT a Co-op run dance. It is a Christian Homeschool dance which is fully independent from Co-op. If you have questions you can e-mail Rebekah Richendollar at thecelticball@gmail.com

SAT ACT

Written by Songbird

Once you are in high school and getting close to graduation, you will start preparing to take the SAT ACT tests so that you can become accepted into different colleges. Like public school students homeschoolers have to take the SAT and ACT tests at approved testing sites. These sites and the dates of the tests can be found on the internet. Different colleges accept different tests, so you will either have to take one or both of the tests to be accepted in the college of your choice. There are multiple sections of the test which you must take and it takes several hours to complete. There are portions on Math, writing, and several other subjects. The tests seem quite challenging, but if you are well prepare you can exceed above your expectations.

My Top Ten Favorite Things About Fall!

Written by @ l ; n @

1) The colors are amazing!

2) Harvest Parties

3) It cools off

4) It gets windy

5) Plenty of chances to take pictures

6)It's deer season

7) All my siblings that go to college have a fall break! :-)

8)The sky gets clearer (better for star-gazing)

9)It's good time for bonfires

10) By the time it's fall, school has (generally) achieved normal pace and isn't so chaotic

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Quickly!

Hey Everyone!
I hope that you have all had a great week so far! Are you all getting ready for Co-op tomorrow? Hopefully your homework is all done already and you can just relax today. I can't believe that it's the night before Co-op once again. The week went so quickly! Please remember to pick up a copy of the Gazette at Co-op tomorrow. You can find copies at the front table or now also at the table by the couches. If you have time please vote on our polls and read the previously posted Gazette's. I hope you all have a great day and I can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Extra Day!

Hey Everyone!
I'm so sorry that it took me an extra day to get the Gazette posted this week. I was really busy last night and just didn't have time but it is up now and posted below for you all to enjoy. I hope you all had a good day at Co-op yesterday. I sure did. The weather was BEAUTIFUL! I hope that you all had some time to enjoy it. If you get a chance please read the Gazette, comment on anything you like, and vote on my poll. I hope that you are all having a great week so far! See you Tuesday!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 5 Cornerstone Gazette

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, may our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Spirit Wear

Written by Songbird

This year the yearbook class has come up with a great idea and is sponsoring a design contest for the annual Co-op T-shirt and sweatshirt sale. All designs must be only one color and can be either hand drawn or designed with computer software. All entries must be submitted by October 25th. (There is a box in the Narthex for the entries.) The winner of the contest will be announced on November 1st and will be treated to pizza for lunch. Orders will be taken from November 1st -15th. The shirts will be available for pick up on the last day of winter semester. These shirts would make great Christmas presents for siblings, family, or friends. If you have any questions about the contest, you can talk to the yearbook adviser, or a yearbook staff member. I can't wait to see what design wins!

New and Improved

Written by Songbird

Change can be a really great thing, and this semester we are switching things up at the Cornerstone Gazette by creating a better, more awesome student run newspaper for you all to enjoy! The new improved Gazette will still have all the old articles, reminders, contests, comics, reviews, and much more. But now we are trying to make the Cornerstone Gazette an even better newspaper by adding more photographs, interviews, and giving the Gazette's layout an awesome new make over.I hope that you all enjoy the cool new changes that we are making to the Gazette this semester. Be sure to pick up an issue of the Gazette each week and see what else the Cornerstone Gazette staff has been up to! : ) (Please pick up a copy of the Gazette from the front table or you can now also take one from the table by the couches.) (If you would like to join the Cornerstone Gazette staff please e-mail us at Cornerstone.Gazette@Gmail.com We would love to talk to you)

Food Pantry

Written by Songbird

You may or may not be aware that the church runs a food pantry out of it's building. Recently I heard that there was an article in the newspaper describing their increased need for donations. In the past our Co-op has had a food drive for their food pantry. Once again our Co-op has the great opportunity to bless others in need by donating food to this pantry. Someone spoke to one of the ladies running the pantry and got a list of their current needs: deodorant, toothbrushes, toilet paper, canned juices and fruits, small jars of condiments (ketchup, mustard), canned meat, canned soup, canned pumpkin pie mix (not canned pumpkin), evaporated milk, and pie crust mix. There will be a large box labled FOOD DRIVE in the enclosed foyer across from the free table where you can place your donations. The box will be available for donations for the next three weeks until October 18th and then the last three weeks of fall semester starting November 22nd which is the Tuesday before Thanksgiving.

Recycling Reminder

Written by @ l ; n @

When you are done with your pop cans or water bottles at Co-op, please remember that there are containers in the Narthex for recycling. They are located right in fron tof the trash cans to make it even easier for you to recycle. This is both helpful and considered being green.

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Night Before!

Hey Everyone!
Here we are once again the night before Co-op I hope you all had an awesome week and that you are excited and prepared to learn and have fun at Co-op once again this week. I hope you all have your homework done for tomorrow. I know I do!!! : ) Be sure when you come into Co-op to remember to pick up an issue of the Gazette from either the front table or also now the table over by the couches! I hope you all have a great day today. Can't wait to see you all tomorrow! : )
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Autumn

Hey Everyone!
Wow! Once again another week at Co-op has come and gone. It was a REALLY nice day today at Co-op. It was a little bit cold but was still really nice outside. I spent my whole break outside eating lunch with friends. I hope that you were able to enjoy this rapidly approaching autumn weather to! I think that Co-op went really well today. We are getting alot accomplished and are moving quickly towards preparing for showcase. I hope that you all had a great day at Co-op this week. If you get a chance please vote on our poll, comment on anything you like, and catch up on all of the issues of the Gazette that you may have missed. I hope you all have an awesome week! Can't wait to see you all next week!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 4 Cornerstone Gazette

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May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong,

May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace.

Psalms 144:12

Picture Day!

Written by Songbird

I hope that you are ready, because it's time to dress your best and get your smile ready. Today is Cornerstone Co-op's picture day!!! Be sure to go and get your photo taken for the yearbook at the time you scheduled today!

Homeschooler With A Job

Written by Songbird

There are many benefits to being homeschooled. Such as, being able to sleep in, flexible hours, and doing school on the couch in your pajamas. But being a worsking homeschooler has a lot of benefits as well. I asked some students from Cornerstone Co-op about what they think the benefits of being a working homeschooler are.

"Hello!

Being a homeschooler allows me to work during the week, and save money for college." - Anonymous

"One benefit to homeschooling and having a job is the obvious - you can usually work during school hours. A downside to that is that you then have to juggle getting schoolwork done, and getting your work done. Another negative element is that you will probably be working on your school later in the day and will most likely be more tired." - Anonymous

"Being homeschooled makes working a lot easier. I can be really flexible with my schedule, so whenever my boss needs me he can schedule me. I just move my schoolwork around to accommodate my work schedule. This means more money saved for college, a car, and other things that I might need in the future." - Anonymous

"I love being homeschooled and especially love being a homeschooler with a job. When you are homeschooled you can get more hours and are flexible in your work hours because you can work your schooling around work." - Anonymous

"I am so thankful that I am homeschooled! I love the fact that it gives me the flexibility that allows me to work. Because of that, I get to work more hours than the typical highschooler and have moved to a higher position sooner than I expected!" - Anonymous

Make Sure To Follow The Rules!

Written by @ l ; n @

The weather is getting really nice, and I know that I almost always itch to be outside. Please don't forget, that if you want to go outside in the shelter area you must have an adult accompany you. And parents, please be willing to accompany kids outside.

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Again!

Hey Everyone!
Wow here we are again back at the day before Co-op! Time goes so quickly at least for me. I think it's probably just because I am always so busy. But anyways I hope that you all have had a great week so far. Can you believe that it's already October?!?!? I cannot believe it it's crazy!! And it's already the 3rd of the month! It just boggles my mind how quickly summer went and that we are already through the first month of school. ONLY THREE MONTHS UNTIL CHRISTMAS!! lol seriously just kidding but it is true. Anyways, just a reminder remember to dress your best and have your smile ready because tomorrow is PICTURE DAY! I hope that you are all excited for Co-op tomorrow. I sure am. : ) Have an awesome day!
Can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>