Chef Newsletter!! - (Christian Home Educators` Fellowship) of

Important Dates
✤ 9th Car Wash Fundraiser
✤20th RSVP Deadline for Mother & Daughter Day
✤ 26th RSVP Deadline Audubon Institute
✤ 28th Audubon Institute; Bug Mobile
✤ 30th Mother & Daughter Day
B.O.L.O.
(Be On the Look Out)
May
✤ 4th RSVP Deadline for Kart Ranch Fieldtrip
✤ 13th Kart Ranch Fieldtrip
✤ 28th End of the Year Fellowship
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C.H.E.F. Of Lafayette
NEWSLETTER
April 2011 ~ Issue #9
God directs our steps not our mile. He sees us
5 days, 5 weeks, 5 months, and 5 years from now. He
knows what we need. He knows the how, the why, and
what we need at the proper time. God gives us
everything we need to carry out what we are supposed
to carry out! What else could He give us that would
cause us to do what we are called to do? Really, think
a second. What do we not have,…..that we need,….to
carry out the call of God?
In Psalm 78, we are told not to hide, from our
children, the praises, strength, and wonderful works
that the LORD has done. Also, that our children would
set their hope in God and not forget His works, but
keep His Commandments. This is the only way to a
successful life. Where else in this “world” are our
children going to hear and be taught this most valuable
information? From us, only! God directs our daily
steps. He equips us to educate our children.
1 John 2:27; “But, the Anointing which you have
received of Him…”. The school year is nearing an end! You have
survived another one. You can’t stop now. Your
children’s future depends on your commitment. The
best way to stay dedicated to your family is to stay in
the Word of God. Another way to stay committed to
your children is to attend your State’s Home School
Convention.
See you there!
Remember parents, our children are learning from us!
Don Gauthreaux
www.chefoflafayette.org
President
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2010 - 2011
Board Members
President; Don & Monica Gauthreaux 873-4015
Vice President; Derek & Kim Dake 224-7880
(4th) Marc Wascomb
(6th) Audrey Karaba
Wishing You a
Happy Birthday!
(7th) Merrick Schwartz
(7th) Kenny Vallot
(9th) Kaitlyn Broussard
(12th) Phil Boyd
(19th) Lance Mitchell
(21st) Jerry Broussard
Secretary; Ross Little 981-1749
(22nd) Mark Schwartz
Treasurer; Don Gauthreaux 873-4015
(26th) Aubrey Boxx
Public Relations; Paul & Nichole De Line 856-0067
(26th) Christiane Daniel
MONTHLY BOARD MEETING
JOIN US APRIL 4TH AS THE C.H.E.F. BOARD
DISCUSSES THINGS GOING ON WITH YOUR
HOMESCHOOL GROUP. IT WILL BE HELD AT THE
HOME OF; ROSS & JULIE LITTLE AT 6:30PM
Contact Persons
Athletics; Ross Little...............................981-1749 or rlittle02@bellsouth.net
Activities & Field Trips; Edwin & Laura Horn...............laurashorn@hotmail.com
Hospitality; Kim Dake.......................224-7880 or dakes4jesus@yahoo.com
Membership; Monica Gauthreaux....873-4015 or monicagaux@bellsouth.net
Website; Yvonne Reaux.............................................reaux5@bellsouth.net
Youth Newsletter (C.H.A.T.);Esther Welch..............welch.esther@yahoo.com
Newsletter; Sarah Dake....................................besties_4evers@yahoo.com
2011 Graduation; Derek & Kim Dake....................dakes4jesus@yahoo.com
*DISCLAIMER*
The articles & recommended resources contained in C.H.E.F. of Lafayette Newsletters have
been submitted for and are intended to provide information, that may be useful to Christian
homeschoolers. The views and opinions reflect those of the contributor and are not those of
C.H.E.F. of Lafayette.
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Happy Anniversary!
(10th) Duane & Maureen Abbott
(11th) Lance & Robin Mitchell
(19th) Robert & Dena Henderson
Homeschool Cottage
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The Homeschool Cottage offers an array of used
homeschool curriculums, teaching aides and
other great information!
They are located at;
517 East Main Street Broussard, LA
The store’s hours are;
Tues and Thurs:
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Web link; www.schoolcottage.com
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24th Annual Convention
& Book Fair
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April 15-16 2011
Greenwell Springs Baptist Church
Featured Speakers
Rick & Marilyn Boyher
Rick and Marilyn Boyer are true pioneers of the home
education movement. They began teaching the eldest of their
fourteen children at home in 1980 and are still actively home
schooling their three youngest children today.
Rick and Marilyn have authored several books on home
schooling and Christian parenthood and have spoken at
conferences all across America and in several foreign countries.
Their books have been translated into a number of foreign
languages and have circulated around the world. Their ministry,
The Learning Parent, encourages parents through the resources
they publish, their speaking ministry, this Web site, a monthly
newsletter, and their articles, which have been published in
several leading home schooling magazines.
Marilyn is always appreciated for her keen and
warmhearted insights into parenting while Rick, with his
humorous, folksy style has been called "the Will Rogers of the
home schooling movement."
For more information on the speakers you can visit their website;
Car Wash
Fundraiser
Come out and support our 2011 graduates!! They
will be holding a Fundraiser Car Wash to help with
the expenses for the graduation ceremony.
Tell your friends and help us raise some money!!
We will also be having a bake sale so come and get
you some delicious sweets!
When: April 9th
Where: The Dake’s House located at;
1525 N. Bertrand Dr. Lafayette, 70506
Time: 9:00am-2:00pm
For more information or directions please call Kim
Dake at 224-7880
www.thelearningparent.com
More information to be posted on;
www.chefofla.org
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“A happy heart makes the face
cheerful...” ~ Proverbs 15:13
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Mother & Daughter Day
Moms and daughters can share a day together!
Enjoy the coffee shops, flea markets, antique shops and
restaurants of downtown Breaux Bridge. We will meet at
Meche's Donut King, grab a sweet, sip some coffee and
then visit some shops. Moms of sons can hang out with
us girls, too!
When: Saturday, April 30, 2011
Time: 9:00 - until
Meeting Place: Meche's Donut King
125 Courthouse St.
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
337-332-3577
RSVP: Wednesday, April 20th
Contact Person: Laura Horn
laurashorn@hotmail.com
337-394-8919
Audubon Nature Institute
Bug Mobile
They are crawly, jumpy, and lots of fun. We will discover
the wonderful world of insects in this buggy workshop as
the Audubon Nature Institute’s Bug Mobile arrives. You
will learn what an arthropod is and get up close to live
insects that you can touch!
When: Thursday, April 28th
RSVP Deadline: April 26th
Where: Iberian Parish Library - Main Branch located at;
445 E. Main St. New Iberia, 70560
Time: 1:00pm
Testimony From a C.H.E.F. Mom
As a blessed wife, and homeschool mother of 4
children....I encourage your family to attend the
24th Annual CHEF State Homeschool Convention and
can say that our entire family has done so 14 out of
the past 15 years we have been home educating. We
consider it a family retreat! We always leave there
refreshed, inspired and equipped to begin our next
year.
We are truly blessed to have CHEF Leaders, who
voluntarily (these are truly volunteer positions) take
time to do this for all home education families from
Louisiana and surrounding states. These leaders are
people with their own families, their own businesses of
work, who have a serious vision for the future of our
families and our children in protecting our rights to
homeschool.
Our children will take Home Education only as
serious as we do. Get a vision for this blessed journey
that will truly benefit your marriage, and the
future of your children. Please realize there are a
variety of sessions and workshops that discuss topics
on marriage, families as well as homeschooling
involvement for the Dads and Moms, and
legislative updates regarding home education.
Please pray for the CHEF of LA. leaders, your
local CHEF of Lafayette leaders, and all the other
convention volunteers as they plan and make
preparations for this year's event. Pray about your
involvement in volunteering and attending this
year's Convention.
It is a pleasure and truly a blessing to be a part
of this support group.
See you all there!
Monica Gauthreaux
Cost: FREE
Website: www.auduboninstitute.org
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Contact Laura Horn for more information and to RSVP
at; 394-8919 or laurashorn@hotmail.com
"Delight thyself also in the Lord; and He shall
give thee the desires of thine heart." ~ Psalm 37:4
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End-Of-The-Year Fellowship
Kart Ranch
Fieldtrip
Bring your family to enjoy a fun filled afternoon!
We will be electing our 2011-2012 board members
so it is mandatory
that all members be present!!
We are having a potluck so if you plan on
joining us for lunch please bring a dish!
There will be a playground and tennis
courts for the children to play on.
Join us for a family fun day at the Kart Ranch!
When: Friday, May 13th, 2011
RSVP Deadline: Wednesday, May 4th
Time: 1:00 - 5:00pm
Where: Kart Ranch Inc. Located at;
508 Youngsville Hwy.
Youngsville, LA 70592
When: May 28th
Where: Heymann Park located at;
1500 South Orange Street, Lafayette 70501
Weblink: http://www.kartranch.com/
Cost for Packages:
A $10.99 - 4 activity tickets & 4 game tickets
B $ 8.99 - 3 activity tickets & 4 game tickets
C $ 6.99 - 2 activity tickets & 4 game tickets
D $ 4.99 - 1 activity tickets & 4 game tickets
Time: 10:00am-till...
For more information or if you are
interested in becoming a board member
please contact one of the board members.
Contact information located on the second page.
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"But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew
their strength; they shall mount up with wings as
eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they
shall walk, and not faint." ~ Isaiah 40:31
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Please RSVP the number of packages you would like.
Example: Horn family will purchase 3 A packages - Additional packages can be purchased at the Kart Ranch
Each ride requires 1 activity ticket
- Check out the website for list of activities!
Contact Person: Laura Horn
laurashorn@hotmail.com or
337-394-8919
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Home court Advantage
“Gratitude”
Submitted by; Nichole DeLine
Gratitude
Here’s a word that covers a broad spectrum!
There are many things in our lives that
we are grateful for such as family, friends,
food, shelter, health, etc. The list could go
on and on, couldn’t it? Well, what about
homeschooling?
I can think back to many times in my life
that I did not have a heart of gratitude
towards homeschooling. I faced it with
dread. I thought that it was just part of my
cross that I had to bear.
Then one day, the Lord revealed to me
that being called to homeschool is a
privilege and an honor. It is not our burden
to bear, but HIS!
We had a great time. Thank you Monica for hosting
this event. Thank you ladies for allowing me the
opportunity to minister to you. Can't wait until the
next time. There's always room
for more!!! ~ Nichole DeLine
“Give me understanding, that I may keep Your law; yes, I
will observe it with my whole heart.” ~ Psalm 119:34
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1 T h e s s a l o n i a n s 5 : 18 s a y s , “ I n
everything give thanks; for this is the will of
God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”
Thank you, Father, for the gift of
schooling our children and the opportunity
to train them to love and serve you. I pray
that your will be done in each of our homes
and that our children always see Jesus’
reflection in us.
Help us to always have an “attitude of
gratitude.”
~ Nichole De Line-HCA
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