National Reunion Update
Mon May 28, 12 12:30 pm
The National Reunion is unique event, and finding a host facility has always been a challenge... but even more so this year.
We've been in discussions with a several potential facilities to host the National Reunion this year, and unfortunately, we've struggled to find one with the right mix of features, pricing and -- more often the case this year -- summertime availability.
The Reunion is one of the personal highlights of my year, so I'm sad to've had to make this call, but at this point we feel like we need to invest all our energies in to 2013 and forgo the prospect of what could only be, at this point, a last-minute scramble.
If you're like me, you're probably pretty bummed about it, but we really appreciate ya'lls friendship, support, prayer, and understanding for everything it takes pull this event together.
Since we took the year off in 2010 and kind of started this every-other-year thing, some of the feedback we've received actually indicates that people would be more interested in a a big National Reunion every-other-year, so as to give more opportunity for people to put together informal, member-organized, regional/local get togethers in the off years.
What do you think of this? Do you prefer the every-other-year approach or, if we could pull it off, would you prefer to have the National Reunion every year?
Either way, I hope you're not overly disappointed and can share our excitement as we shift focus on preparing for the 2013 Homeschool ALUMNI National Reunion. My goal is for us to have a date and location announced this fall so we can give everyone plenty of time to plan ahead.
I hope personally be able to get around to at least a few of the regional/local events myself this summer, so I hope to see you there!
Camden Spiller
Founder / Director,
Homeschool ALUMNI
Trackback URL: http://www.homeschoolalumni.org/trackback.php?e=47020
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Seems like I'm in the minority, but I would love to have reunions every year. There are not many HA members in my region, and I really enjoyed the chance to visit with so many people at last reunion.
But ya'll are the ones doing the tremendous amount of work and you certinly deserve an off year, so I'll just be waiting to mark my calender for 2013!
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Every other year does seem the most feasible.  And I think we all will better relish the fellowship when it is spread out.
Thanks for the planning and hard work you all have invested in both HSA-online and events! 2011 and 2008 were fabulous! 
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I vote for every other year. I have been wanting to suggest that for quite some time now, and I'm glad that so many others agree. It certainly would cut down on the amount of work you have to do, and would mean less expense for those who have to travel long distances. The only thing I would suggest is that it be in a fairly central location if possible, like the Missouri reunions were. I hope I can make it in 2013!
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I'll confess I'm a bit relieved since as time progressed I have become more and more aware of the fact that I simply would not be able to pull off coming this year. I am sad for those who hoped to go but considerably relieved for myself.
I do support the every other year model, despite the fact that I'd love to be able to go every single year. Every other year gives everyone a break and enables folks to scrape together the funds and means for coming the next time.
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Camden, this is a great idea! Yes, it's slightly sad to know there won't be one this year, but when nothing was announced in April or the beginning of May, I kind of guessed already Reunions are a LOT of work for you guys! A LOT. So, you need a break. Plus, I agree with what others are saying-- it will give the smaller, local events a chance to thrive and flourish! Those are fun too.
The only sad part of 2013 is... I may be in hygiene school! Lol. We'll see what the Lord works out and has planned for me. Also, depending on when it is, July or August, would matter. So glad for this break for you guys on the planning committee! I applaud your decision.
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Kind of sad, but since we missed the last one and life went on, I guess we will make it. I love the reunions though. Yet, we probably couldn't make it this year, since we are having a baby, and in a slightly high risk category where my Dr doesn't want me traveling much.
I also know how much work it is to plan, so maybe a every other year model is a good idea?
Oh and Allison, if you are in hygiene school, it is totally worth it....and maybe you could still come.
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One part of me says everey year and another says every other year. I can see advantages to both. In the end, I would support whatever works and do my best to attend.
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I think every other year is better for the people putting it together. For those attending, take someone like me. This year I'm in the states in the summer. IT could be three or four more summers before I'm in the states during the summer. The more frequent the reunions, the greater chance I have of making one. There's probably a lot of people in that boat. But I still think every other year is better for you guys.
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Hey, I agree with the decision to wait. It's better to plan things out right than to rush in at the last minute. I'd like to go to one of the events someday - it sounds like fun!
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w84god,
Tue Sep 04, 12 8:14 am
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I think it's a good idea to wait longer & plan things better. I hope to attend one sometime, they sound like alot of fun!
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Rachel,
Sun Oct 07, 12 8:23 pm
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