This Month's biggest takeaways:

The first week of school was an overwhelming success. We learned so much already! Students explored nature and got busy with Physics.

We are proud to announce we do have enough students to partner with Jackson Area Robotics for competitions this year.

Spark Joy will be offering many fun field trips this year. Most of our trips will be open to the public. You can access the schedule of events here https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XbZsITSd0mxrYUwAAhdoNW0FAYrcaCRgrn-L79s1y5o/edit?gid=1012169085#gid=1012169085​

You can also access it our events by clicking the red button on our website.

Acton Children's Business Fair Business

Coming Nov 1! Registration for booths run by kids is open now! Registration and attendance are free!

History Class Info: Grades K - Middle School

The history class was previously designed for elementary, but has been expanded to include activities for older students as well.

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Art Class Info : All ages https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A4FAAAB2FA1F94-57580902-artclass#/​

Club Info: Robotics Club, Chess Club , and book club all have meetings this month. If your child would like to join a club or has an idea for a new club, please reach out.

Curiosity Untamed:

Curiosityuntamed.com offers lists of educational activities and challenges for areas of study. We have a membership to this program. If your family is interested in partaking in a study challenge, your students can earn badges for their learning. Badges are purchased by families and will be awarded quarterly. If you are interested in participating please reach out. There is more info on Curiosityuntamed.com

Free Forest School Thursdays at noon Sept-May

The launch of Forest School proved to be an outstanding accomplishment, with sincere appreciation extended to all participants, whose collaborative spirit and energy have established a strong foundation for continued success. There were 20 children in class on opening day! We learned about conservation, preventing deforestation, and healthy uses for the "Devil's Walking Stick." Forest school is always free and open to the public. We do have a 25 student cap each week. So please register early to ensure your spot!

Friday STEAM Co-op Kick off day Sept 5

I am thrilled to report that our first science session was a delightful success. While some children were unfortunately absent due to illness, those who participated had a great experience. There were 18 children in class on Friday. Thank you to everyone! We still have room for more enrollment. Classes for three age groups: Prek-G1, G2-G5, G6-12. Physical Education

Windmill construction: Learning about alternative energy Building Catapults Middle and Highschool Physics kids hard at work

Community Corner:

This section provides information about local activities, events, special offers, and classes. If you know of an event that needs to be added to the list reach out!

Every month: Lowes Build and Grow and Home Depot Kids Workshop have FREE building projects for kids. Home Depot's classes are the first Saturday of every month. Lowes classes vary and sometimes they have more than one a month. Check their websites for details.

Spark Joy President Theresa Confer Standish offers in person and virtual ELA tutoring. She is a certified ELA teacher. $30/hr. www.teachertheresaconferstandish@gmail.com

Spark Joy Co-op Members get FREE school photos from our VP who happens to also be a photographer. However, if you are NOT a member and are in need of photos, @Markita Mosier reachable on FB is running a great deal on school pics as well. "Pay by age" & "Pay what you can" back to school

The Jackson Symphony Music Academy is expanding to Dyer County with a brand-new Youth Choir program.Wednesdays | 3:30 - 4:30 PMDyersburg State Community College Contact JSMA Director Deb Rhodes at 731-427-6440 to register or visit thejacksonsymphony.org to learn more about the FREE music programs offered in your community!

Ms. Alice Hardin is enrolling young kiddos for music class @Alice Hardin on FB

La Leche League meets Sep 13 at 2PM : Third Place coffee and books https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Vi7Jh56RN/​

Hardin County Tractor Pull and Ag Fair Sept 19 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1TAT3REPKe/​

Car show sept 27 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19mv7D7gQr/​

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Jazz event at the Ned Tickets on sale now. thejazzfoundationofwesttennessee.org​

Titan Toy Expo oct 25-26 Veterans and kids under 12 are free https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GmGvP228R/​

​Donnell Century Farm Adventure will open September 20-November 2

​Sunset Valley Farms opens Sept 13 - Nov 2. Fridays(October only) Saturdays & Sundays.

Lavender Kisses Farm has a bunch of upcoming events https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16td9T9DAB/​

Meet Peppa and Bluey at Perfect Pitch Boutique Sept 28 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14PuyBWE4u1/​

Milan TN Fall Fest Oct 11 https://www.facebook.com/events/1094703262719968​

Monster Mash Birthday Bash in Dixon Oct 25 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BWCrpbK4a/​

TACRAO college fair on October 14th at the JSCC Gibson County Center in Trenton!

Any homeschool families have children with special needs or also caring for a family member? Connextlife.org with be hosting a Caregiving Continuum Support Group. Here is the direct link as well.. https://newlifejackson.churchcenter.com/.../caregiving...​

Email: SparkJoyHSC@gmail.com Phone: 731-300-1127We are a homeschool co-op of moms and dads trying to make learning fun while providing our children an opportunity to work collaboratively with others.