Apologia Science: Exploring How the World Works (PreK & K)
Teacher: Lindsay Myers
Description: This will be a hands-on class with lots of experiments, activities and opportunities to see and get their hands on the things we learn. We will learn about how to tell whether something is living or nonliving to seeds and plants and energy–and lots else in between. We will occasionally get to include taste-testing in our lessons, so please let me know if there are any food allergies.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Stick glue, crayons and scissors
Fee: $15
Middle School Drama (6th-8th)
Teacher: June Johnson
Description: Middle School Drama is a “doing” class. There will be drama games and improv scenes during each class session to give the students more experience on stage. They will review basic acting techniques and stage terminology, and work on some scripted scenes.
There is no textbook, but the students will be expected to take notes and keep all handouts. Returning students are encouraged, and new students will be welcomed.
*This class can be taken 1 or 2 semesters.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: Folder, pen or pencil
Fees: $35
Sonshine Sister Club Contd (3rd-6th)
Teacher: Rosalina Bishop
Description: Girls will Continue the “Sonshine Sister Club” with book 5 of the series by Shelbey Kendall.
Class Length: 12 weeks, year long
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Any writing/art supplies they are ready have for other classes
Intro to Poetry (5th-10th)
Teacher: Janet Merhoff
Description: Do you like the rhythm & structure of poems? In this class, we will study famous poems, classic poems, & learn to write our own. Each student will put together a portfolio that includes other artists’ poetry that they enjoy as well as poems that they will have authored themselves. We will also recite poetry as a class & discuss why good oration matters. Students will be encouraged to write at their own level so please join us whether you are already a poet or you’re a beginner.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: None
Supplies: Pencils, good eraser, erasable pens/markers, notebook
Fee: $20
**CLOSED** Intro to Speech/Public Speaking (9th-12th)
Teacher: Vanessa McGuire
Class Length: 16 weeks
Description: Students learn memory and delivery techniques as they write and present five speeches: self-introductory, narrative, expository, persuasive, and impromptu. Students evaluate recorded speeches in preparation for self-evaluation. Meets the KSDE High School graduation requirement of .5 credit in communication for class of 2028 and beyond. IEW curriculum will be provided.
Homework: 2-3 hours
Prerequisites: None
Book: Curriculum provided.
Supplies: Notebook paper and a pencil.
Fee: $30
Beg & Adv Embroidery (5th-12th)
Teacher: Leah Hendershot
Description: Fall in love with the basics of embroidery or continue skills obtained in the Spring semester!
New Students: Will begin with a kit and videos that teach popular basic stitches with practice application. We will then apply new skills to simple projects. Finishing stitches at home will be required. Students will need to purchase this specific kit from Amazon (LINK HERE).
Returning Students: Will work on personal projects with guided help. Returning students must bring an active project for each class. I will contact returning students before Fall classes to talk about project needs.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: New Students: Embroidery kit (LINK HERE) and small craft bag or box.
Returning Students: Project of choice, basic embroidery supplies
Fees: $15
PreK Fun (PreK & K)
Teacher: TBA
Description: PreK fun, games and crafts!
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: None
Book: None
Supplies: None
Fees: $10
Storytime for Kindergarten (K)
Teacher: Dori Million
Description: We will read a book and do an activity/activities, to go along with book. While doing this, we will also be leaning about listening, being kind, and taking turns.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: No
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Crayons, pencil, safety scissors
Fee: $4
Book Club (1st-3rd)
Teacher: Cherise Eutsler
Description: Book will be read aloud to students in class (no reading will be required at home). We will have a snack each week while we read the book, and then complete an easy activity related to the book.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Homework: none
Book: none
Supplies: Pencil and crayons or markers
Fee: $7
Art & Art Technique (5th-8th)
Teacher: Christin Duncan
Description: We will work on many art projects using a variety of mediums, including paint, watercolor, clay, and more. We will also learn about art techniques and practice them.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Pencil, paint shirt (oversized t-shirt that they can get paint on)
**CLOSED** Essay Writing 101 (8th-12th)
Teacher: Juliana Williams
Description: Join us in breaking down the steps of a classic persuasive essay. Learn how to examine key facts and form your own position, write a thesis statement, and create an outline. We will cover how to grab the reader’s attention with an exordium and how to wrap up the argument with a concluding amplification. This class will explore basic grammar and various ways to dress up your writing. This class is perfect for the student who has little experience with essay writing. Each step will be broken down and grading will be based on very specific criteria learned in class. We will write four essays throughout the semester with weekly homework building up to each essay.
Each class will begin with Balance, Auditory, and Vision exercises (Bal-a-vis-x), used to engage student’s left and right brain through rhythmic ball and bean bag activities. Enjoyable and beneficial at any age.
This class can be used for partial credit towards your student’s English Language Arts credit. Pair with literature assignments, public speaking, or additional writing and grammar to complete the credit. Grades will be given to all students.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: 3 ring binder, paper, pen/pencil
Fee: $5
**CLOSED** Earth Science Lab (5th-10th)
Teacher: Janet Merhoff
Description: Earth Science lab will be a hands on class! We will get our hands dirty studying soil, erosion, rocks, fossils & more. We will make models of clouds, landforms & more. Students who have already taken Earth Science are encouraged to join us to help cement what they have already learned. Students who have not yet studied earth science are encouraged to join us so that when you later read of these topics you have hands on experience to relate! No text book is required, but students will be encouraged to find facts on the next week’s topic in any resource that they have at home.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Pencil, colored pencils, notebook
Fee: $35
