TWO annual events!

February 25, 2011

IN FRONT OF THE CASTLE AT 2:00PM!
(like the picture above)



Now an international event celebrated in Anaheim, Orlando, and Hong Kong!

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September 15th 2010

This authentic group does not charge you an extra fee or require membership to attend! Please join us for one or both of our annual events!

You get your own ticket to the theme park. You provide your own transportation. Wear Tie-Dye (a t-shirt, a hat, a scarf, shoe strings, a lanyard... any tie-dyed item). You will find other participants throughout the park by looking for their tie-dye! We meet up at the time and place designated above for our group photo.

Q.Who came up with this idea?
A. The idea for a fun day at the theme park was suggested by our homeschooled teens. A discussion ensued on an email loop, and it happened!
 

Q.Who is invited?
A. All homeschoolers and those attending alternative schools (you get to decide if that description fits!). All ages! Parents, Kids, Grandparents, Friends...! We also welcome those who are not using alternative means of education, but do SUPPORT those alternatives!
 

Q.Do I have to sign up or join something to attend?
A. No. All you have to do is get yourself a ticket and go to the theme park!
 

Q.Where can I buy tickets?
A. We do not have tickets to sell you. You will be responsible for obtaining your own tickets into the theme park. To purchase tickets to the theme park, visit Disneyland.com. They do not sell Homeschool Day tickets or offer a discount for this day. You will need to purchase a regular ticket into the park. Annual passports and multi day passes are the best buys. All annual passports are valid on these dates!
 

Q.Do I have to wear Tie-Dye?
A.Certainly not, but you might have more fun if you do! Making your own tie dye shirt is a lot of fun! Make it an art & science project and wear your unique design with pride! Or you are welcome to use this Iron-on transfer to print off and put on your own shirt. But if you are dead-set against anything tie-dye,go ahead and wear something that identifies you as a homeschooler so that we know who you are!

Or!, how about CHN's Homeschool patch or click here for a CHN t-shirt you can tie dye!
 

Q.Is this event sponsored by or affiliated with Disney?
A. No, this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with Disney or Disneyland.
 

Q.So, who does sponsor the event?
A. We have lots of sponsors, that is, groups that have helped to get this event off the ground and get it publicized. But if you want to know who "owns" this event or "runs" it, just look in the mirror! It belongs to all of us! If your group would like to help publicize the event, join the DisneySchooling Loop and tell us about it!
 

Q.Who else is going?
A. Last year, hundreds of people attended! You can join the DisneySchooling Loop to chat with others who might be attending.
 

Q.Will there be a group photo?
A. Yes! We are a huge crowd, and we don't want to block the pathways for others, so we'll have one designated photographer take a photo and we'll post it online for everyone to download. If we can get a theme park photographer there too, you will be able to purchase a hard copy of the photo at the park.
 

Q.I have an idea for a fun activity to go with this, how can I spread the word?
A. Join the DisneySchooling Loop and post it there!

Q.Can I copy this page and post it to our group web site and/or loops?
A. Yes, please spread the word!

What is this event?
In 2006, a group of homeschool teens from all over Southern California began meeting at Disney parks. The idea of a Homeschool Day at Disneyland was casually discussed, a yahoo loop formed, a date was chosen and ..bang! The first ever Homeschool Day was born! There are now two annual meet ups planned by the OG Disneyschooling group. Not Back To School Day is scheduled in early fall and Homeschool Day is held in late winter -February 2011. Everyone is invited ! All ages! From anywhere in the world! Spread the word!

How can you participate?
Buy your own ticket to the park directly from Disney for the appropriate date, wear your favorite tie dye clothing item (optional of course) and come join the fun! Don't forget the official photo at 2pm in front of the entrance gate to California Adventure!

You are also welcome to join the yahoo loop that started it all http://groups.yahoo.com/group/disneyschooling/. On the loop we discuss fun meet ups and activities scheduled throughout event day. We also encourage mini meet-ups throughout the year!

This cute idea put together by a group of teens has become so popular that some businesses are trying to capitalize on it, so don't confuse us with other groups that charge a fee for participation, require membership in their organizations or require park tickets be purchased through them. There is never any fee to participate with us! No advance sign up necessary! You are welcome to use your Disney annual pass or any discounted tickets you find online to join us in the park!

More questions?
Join the yahoo loop or email the Disneyschooling founders at disneyschooling-owner@yahoogroups.com. Hope we'll see you in the park!

Here are some typical activities planned on event day!

California Homeschool Network
Homeschooling in Orange County, CA
South Bay Homeschool Network
HomeschoolLA
Celebration Education

Many Disneyschooling Loop members have submitted tips for some special, unadvertised activities at the theme park. Some of these perks are not always available, they are up to the decision of the workers. Our loop members suggest that a polite request, a big smile and a little patience may get you in to one of these special opportunities.

Honorary Citizen Button, Birthday and Celebration Buttons
Ask for the button at City Hall on Main Street. Every once in a while, you'll get a special greeting from an alert cast member who sees it.

Railroad
The #1 Engine (C. K. Holiday) and the #2 Engine (E. P. Ripely) both occasionally allow guests to ride in the tender with the engineer. You must board one of these two trains at the Main Street Railroad Station, and ask if you can ride the tender. Only one or two guests will fit, it is a warm place to sit, and you must ride entirely around the park. The engineer and firemen love to talk about the trains and how it works.

Mark Twain Riverboat
When you board the Riverboat, quickly climb the stairs as high as you are allowed to go. Before the boat takes off you may ask the engineer to ride in the booth. You may be asked sign the ships log and ring the bell along the way. There is enough room for 3 adults.

Monorail
Walk to the front and be the first person in line, then ask to ride in the front car. ABout 4-5 guests can ride.

Great Dining Experiences
You can now make dining reservations at many restaurants 60 days in advance... book early to hold your spot!
Blue Bayou is a full service restaurant overlooking the Pirates ride. Make reservations either by phone at least a week or two in advance or in person as soon as you get to the park.
Fantasmic Show and dessert in reserved seating
Make reservations well in advance. Seating is outside the Disney Gallery atop the Pirates ride.

Birthday Treats
Ask for a birthday button at City Hall. Cast members will treat you special all day.
Ask in City Hall if there is a special call for you and you'll be directed to a phone that will ring, and Goofy will give you a birthday greeting.
Tell them it's your birthday at the Tortilla Factory in DCA and you'll get a whole pack of free, warm tortillas.

Fun Disney Links submitted by your homeschool friends!

Disneyschooling Blog

Homeschooling at Walt Disney World

Disney Schooling Orlando

Official Disneyland Homepage

Mousesavers
All of the deals and discounts around Disneyland!

Hidden Mickeys
What are Hidden Mickeys and where do you find them? Check here!

Laughing Place
One of the biggest Disney Fan sites on the web. Get the latest news, play games...

Fun Trivia
Disney trivia games, scavenger hunts and quizzes.

Disneys World of Wonders
Fun and Games with your Disney friends!

Disney Homeschool Worksheets
The name says it all! Worksheets with a Disney theme created by a homeschool mom.

Disney Lyrics
Sing along to all your favorite Disney songs!

Visions Fantastic
A gorgeous multimedia guide to the theme park!

PassPorter.com
Travel books and Disney guides