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Capitol Days 2019

Hands-on Learning Experience


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  • Bring your family and learn about the legislative process.
  • Receive training from experienced professionals.
  • Learn about Texas government in a fun way.
  • Defend your freedom to homeschool and raise your child.
  • Meet actual Texas representatives and staff.
  • Help pass a real law.

2019 Capitol Days Dates:

  • February 4th, 2019
  • March 5th, 2019
  • April 3rd, 2019

 

Testimonials


“It was an amazing and informative day!!! Great speakers and guests!!! It was a hands-on experience that was engaging and empowering!!!”

“Thank you so much for this opportunity. I hoped it would be a good learning experience for my son, but ended up being a great learning experience for both of us. We both learned so much about the exhaustive process to get a bill passed into law.”

“This has become a favorite event and we hope to never miss [it]. As a mom/teacher, I learn as much as my children!”

About THSC Capitol Days


THSC Capitol Days is the ultimate hands-on experience in state government and a valuable tool for lobbying the Texas legislature on current issues of importance. Students and families meet in Austin for activities and training in the legislative process. In the morning session, attendees learn about current pending legislation important to Texas homeschoolers. After lunch attendees will reconvene, divide into teams and spend the afternoon at the Texas State Capitol delivering provided packets and lobbying the homeschool position to legislators and their staff.

 

 

Capitol Days Agenda


Field Trip Schedule
8:15 Doors Open
9:00Opening Session
10:15Break
10:30 Morning Session
12 NoonLunch Break
1:00Meet with Legislators
3:30Debriefing
4:00Closing Prayer

 

Enrich Your Capitol Days Experience!


Lone Star Study GuideProduced by THSC specifically for Texas homeschoolers, this helpful, 80-page unit study helps to fulfill the requirement of “good citizenship.” Using this study, elementary- through high school-age students will gain a more complete understanding of government and the Texas legislature through the activities, projects and reading assignments. This study comes complete with a digital student booklet and also with the answer key (in a digital PDF format).**

Please note that the “Lone Star Study” is a popular addition to the Capitol Days experience. However, it is not a requirement for participation in Capitol Days.

Perfect for those looking to understand the state governmental process, this study takes students of all ages through the three branches of government and the law-making process. Students will write their senators and representatives, and high school-age students will research a piece of legislation. Take advantage of this hands-on enrichment for your homeschool!

**THSC members have access to the “Lone Star Study” as part of member benefits available by logging into the member portal.

 

Hotel Block Discounts


We’ve arranged for some hotel rooms to be held for us at discounted prices. Follow the links below to make your own reservations.

Hotel
Address
Prices
Last day of discounted rate
Habitat Suites Hotel
500 E Highland Mall Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

(Prices are the same for Feb, Mar, & Apr)

  • Feb: 1/25/19
  • Mar: 2/25/19
  • Apr: 3/21/19
Fairfield Inn- Austin North/ Parmer Lane
12536 N I35
Austin, TX 78735
  • Feb: 1/19/19
  • Mar: 2/17/19
  • Apr: 3/21/19
Springhill Suites by Marriott- Austin South
4501 S IH 35
Austin, TX 78744
  • Feb: 1/6/19
  • Mar: 2/4/19
  • Apr: 3/5/19

 

Frequently Asked Questions


How old do children have to be to participate in Capitol Days?
There is not an age requirement but we find that generally children should be approximately 10 years old in order to fully understand the information and enjoy participating in the days’ activities.
Does my toddler have to pay to attend Capitol Days with me?
Children 3 years of age and over must be registered to attend Capitol Days. Younger children who will sit in a parent’s lap or stroller do not need to register.
What does a typical Capitol Day look like?
We meet in the Capitol Auditorium in the morning and participate in games, skits, and other activities which teach the legislative process of how a bill moves from an idea to a vote and on to law. After a break for lunch, we reconvene, break into teams, and distribute packets of information to state representatives and their office staff, as well as taking time in each office to discuss what the homeschooling position is on certain bills.

 

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