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June 26, 2010 by Ponn Sabra

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Quasssy Homeschool Day – Last Day to Register is Today + UPDATE

June 13, 2010 by Ponn Sabra

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Quassy Amusement Park First Annual Homeschool Day!

Here’s full update for tomorrow’s incredible event:
 

1. UNLIMITED LUNCH:

As of Friday, there were over 130 registered, therefore there is unlimited lunch hour.
 

2. IT IS A PRIVATE HOMESCHOOL EVENT:

This homeschool event is NOT promoted publicly on their website, passed on on flyers, etc. It was only privately promoted through homeschool channels such as myself, my blog, and others. Therefore, while it is a homeschool event, if a non-homeschooling family (such as stay at home moms of babies, preschoolers, etc.) or extended family and friends of homeschoolers choose to register they may participate. They are not checking for “homeschool id”. Having said that, Quassy nor I want anyone to abuse this opportunity, so please use your descrition otherwise, we will not be able to create better suitable homeschool events in the future.

 

3. LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR TICKETS. FULL-PRICE AT THE DOOR!

Since Quassy Park is open today, Sunday, you can still call and register for this fantastic price.
We are getting discounted all rides, water park and beach tickets, plus parking, unlimited lunch hour, and specialized homeschool events only if you register for tickets BEFORE the event! Since the organizers will be working at the sessions (which are pre-registered), there is no way to give homeschooler event rates at the door. If you decide to join us tomorrow, you rates are normal:
HOMESCHOOLER RATES:
Kids: $17.50 Adults: $7.50
REGULAR “DOOR” RATES:
Kids (all rides & waterpark): $18.00 Adults: (all rides & waterpark) $22!
All day parking: $5.00 car
Food: ??
Fun, educational, private homeschool programs for all grades: ?

 

4. LOOKING FOR HIGH SCHOOL HOMESCHOOLERS:

There are only 3 high school students registered for the Journalism class. So, please help spread the news.
 

5. DESIGN A RIDE CONTEST DETAILS

Please review the document shared on my blog. It’s NOT too late to “Design a Ride”…due to my family’s terribly busy schedule, we look forwrad to creating one today (thankfully it’s supposed to rain!). If you’re can’t create a model, a drawing is acceptable. But, please use colors and describe why you choose these colors. *Please* creatively think how to best use Physics, Fun & “Marketing” to attractive as many people to your new ride as possible. It’s expected that little kids and elementary kids will only come in with a unique drawing. So, you have plenty of time!
 

6. SCAVENGER HUNT: 2 HUNTS + YOU CAN HUNT IN TEAMS.

There will be different lists for elementary kids and middle school kids. Papa (Grandpa) and I may be spliting up our kids. Also, we can hunt in teams, so we’d love to “hunt” around with interested kids. This will be a fun educational age-appropriate scavenger hunt, seeking out science and “marketing” items in an amusement park.
 

7. DON’T FORGET TO COMMENT ON MY BLOG

If you registered, please comment here.
We are registered for the “Design the Ride” contest, Scavenger Hunt, and lunch. Depending on time, I’m going to try to sit in on the Journalism class. Since it’s a long day, we’ll definitely check out the beach to relax for a bit. Since we’ve never had time for the water park, we’ll squeeze that in (or possibly stay a while) there too.  
 

8. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS & CONCERNS:

*Please* comment directly on my blog here or on this post below. While I”m emailing over a dozen homeschool groups from different email addresses, this is the one place Quassy organizers and I can best monitor your concerns too to make sure we are prepared as much as possible.

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June 5, 2010 by Ponn Sabra

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Quassy Amusement Private Homeschool Day Event

June 2, 2010 by Ponn Sabra

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quassy homeschool Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, CT will stage their very first Homeschool Day at the lakeside property in 2 weeks!

My girls and I are SO excited about bringing this fantastic learning event to your attention; and we look forward to sharing this experience with as many happy homeschoolers as possible!

I just got off the phone with the organizers, and (as usual) I asked dozens of questions to make sure the registration, preparation, and organization of this day goes as smoothly as possible. After all, we want to make sure everyone gets the most out of this day. So, please read this detailed article slowly and pay attention to all its highlighted notes, so you don’t miss out on all the fun.

If you’ve never been  to Quassy before, check out all their rides and attractions here. Those of you who have been there (like us), you’ll know that you have to pay extra for parking (which was an unpleasant surprise for us last year),  Saturation Station (water park and Quassy beach), and of course the food…BUT, Everything I just mentioned  with all the Extra Programs listed below is included in the one Discounted rate for the entire day!

And, YES, all rides, the water park and beach will be open for service from 10 am – 4pm, regardless if you participate in any of the homeschool events or not. What a deal!

Homeschool Day Program

10 a.m. – Arrive and redeem tickets

10:15 a.m. – Design Your Own Amusement Ride Model Contest (To be set up for judging). Models must be built prior to the event. Middle and high school ages must have working models based on ima2010 Quassy Homeschool Day Programgination and basic principles of physics. Elementary students can enter working model or drawings. Names, grade levels must be attached to all entries. Maximum base 24 by 24 inches.

10:30 a.m. – ‘Wacky Science’ stage presentation for all age groups

11 a.m. to noon – Enjoy the rides and water park

Noon to 1 p.m. – Lunch! (Note: If more than 50 total persons are registered for the day, lunch will be a one-hour service of unlimited hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and soft drinks. If fewer than 50 people are registered for the day, participants will receive a lunch ticket valid for a hamburger and hot dog (or two of the same sandwich), french fries and a small soft drink.

Comment below and  help spread the word! The more–the merrier…with fuller tummies too. :-)

1 to 2 p.m. – Enjoy the rides.

1 p.m. – Judging for Amusement Ride Model Contest. Students will demonstrate and explain their entries to the judges. Winners announced at 3 p.m. *Register on or before Thursday, June 10, 2010 for this first-come first-served program.

2 p.m. – Journalism Workshop for high school students. (Registration required when making your reservation; bring pencils and paper!) *Register on or before Thursday, June 10, 2010 for this first-come first-served program.

2 p.m. - Scavenger Hunts for elementary and middle school-aged students. *Register on or before Thursday, June 10, 2010 for this first-come first-served program.

“Fun With Physics,” Quassy’s new physics program, is available to all age groups. The 38-page booklet is pasted below in our doc-sharing program. You can view it directly in this article, or download it for easier access! You get to select the projects for students to work on.

4 p.m. – Day concludes.

Quassy Amusement Park Homeschool Day

When: Monday, June 14, 2010 10 am -4pm

What: The program will include numerous educational programs and interactive activities for all ages.

Where: Quassy Amusement Park Lake Quassapaug, Rt. 64 (2132 Middlebury Road) – Middlebury, CT 06762 – P.O. Box 887 Phone: 1-800-FOR-PARK or 203-758-2913 Directions available here.

How Much: The price of the event includes all rides *even Saturation Station (water park)*, lunch and parking ($17.50 for students, $7.50 for chaperones). Everyone attending must have a pre-paid ticket. Babies or other individuals who will not ride, eat or participate in any of the programs are free of charge.

  • If we get 50+ registrants, unlimited hamburgers, hotdogs, fries and drinks will be available during the lunch hour. So, comment below & help spread the word.

How to Attend: Reservations and tickets are available by calling the park office at 203-758-2913 ext. 105.

  1. Comment below with the number of registrants attending.
  2. When you call and register your family, please tell them you heard about this program from “Ponn Sabra” of AmericanMuslimMom.com. By giving credit where it’s due, I can continue to bring exclusive programs and news to you!
  • All major credit cards are accepted.
  • If reservations are placed on or before Friday, June 4th, tickets will be postal mailed to you, otherwise tickets will be held at the desk.
  • Money order or checks are accepted ONLY if they are received on or before Friday, June 4, 2010. Therefore, you must call and send the payment today or tomorrow.

Quassy’s New “Fun with Physics” Program

Designed for children (and adults) or all ages, you can view or download the below booklet to work on any or all the Physics projects you want to prepare your kids for the fabulous fun learning event!


Fun Physics At Quassy Amusement Park – Elementary to High School

AmericanMuslimMom.com Get-Together

If you participated in any of the past programs I helped promotesuch as, Old State House, Chelsea Piers, Climate Quilt, you’ll know that my girls and I love to meet, greet and enjoy the day together with you! So, if you decide to attend, please comment below which events you’ll be attending so we can try to get together. We’re definitely designing a ride, and participating in the Scavenger Hunt. And, we’re going to fit in some time to sit down at the beach to relax a bit from all the rides and water park.

After-Program Feedback

Since this is Quassy’s first Homeschool Day, I’m sure to follow-up with them after the event to share our comments, concerns and recommendations. So, stay posted as the day approaches…and, after it ends!

Disclosure: Depending on the number of referred registrants, AmericanMuslimMom.com may be compensated with discounted registration fees.

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