Archive of January 2006

Jan
27
2006

Under the Dome Update January 23-27, 2006

- Week in Review - TUESDAY We had a wonderful turn out for the “Renew the Vision” home school rally, sponsored by Families for Home Education. The many speakers included Senators and House members who are home educators themselves, and other lawmakers who were all very proud to stand for the freedom to educate our children according to our personal convictions. One of the most exciting introductions of the rally was the surprise greeting from Missouri’s new Office Child Advocate Omnibudsmann, Steven Marrow (arranged by MFN’s Kerry Messer). Marrow, Governor Blunt’s replacement for Mary McEnery (who had recently issued a biased and anti-home school report to state officials calling for oppressive government regulations) was very happy to show open support of home schooling. A short interview with Marrow revealed someone who was deeply committed to the role of advocating for children from a more balanced perspective. It was exciting to hear Marrow’s open statement of support for home education! Read More »
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