Activities

 FOCUS-sponsored and endorsed events are led by members of FOCUS and are listed below. We also offer activities, such as field trips and other homeschool community gatherings. FOCUS member moms are encouraged to organize such events and advertise them to all members via our email loop. The loop email communication, though a vital part of our homeschooling community, is only a small portion of what we as FOCUS are.  

The Following Activities are FOCUS-Endorsed

Mom's Night Out (MNO)
Mothers can enjoy Mom's Night Out in the pleasing environment of Morningside Assembly of God fellowship hall located at 4310 Old Lakeport Road. Moms can bring nursing infants (0-12 months), but due to the goal of the night, the rest of the kiddos are asked to stay home. We will enjoy some prayer, relevant discussion times, and some munchies too!

Writing Contest
Homeschooled students in grades 3-12 are encouraged to enter creative writing submissions to be judged independently and offered helpful   critiques, comparison among peers, as well as prizes. Deadline is end of February. 

More information will go out on the email loop when the deadline is nearing.

Poetry Writing Contest
Homeschooled students in grades 3-12 are encouraged to enter poetry writing submissions to be judged independently and offered helpful critiques, comparison among peers, as well as prizes. Deadline is end of February. 

More information will go out on the email loop when the deadline is nearing.

Education Fair
This is an event for children to share the things that they have been learning and special projects they have been working on.  There will be opportunities for displays in many educational topics. Emails go out on the loop with more information as the time for Education Fair approaches.

Track and Field Day
Join us for a fun day of foot races, hurdles, long jump, Bible drill, football throw and more for children ages 3 - high school.  Dads, grandparents, and younger siblings are welcome to join the entire family for a day of outdoor activities with lunch following. Held in May, this event is a great way to celebrate the end of the school year!

Speech
Your 7-12 grade student will learn the elements of a speech as well as have ample opportunity to hone their skills by presenting various kinds of speeches throughout the eight week course.  This class can be a good introduction to speech for your middle school student and can also serve as high school credit for your older student.  Class size will be limited. Class is currently offered on the even years (2024, 2026, etc.)

Hy-Vee Receipts
Save your Hy-Vee receipts all year and turn them into cash for FOCUS. Bring your receipts to MNO. The last date to turn in Hy-Vee receipts is at the   April MNO. We have had great success with this program - thanks to you!

Box Tops for Education
Scan your receipts for Box Tops codes through an app for money given back to FOCUS to be used on FOCUS-endorsed opportunities.

Lending Library
The location of the library is available as a member of Focus.