Learn how to create bold, beautiful paintings through the medium of acrylic! In this foundational painting class for teens AND adults, we will use acrylics to uncover the intentional and fundamentally important building blocks that make a successful painting. By applying elements of art and principles of design to painting exercises and projects, students will explore the nature of the acrylic medium, gain confidence in technical paint application, be introduced to color theory, and peer through the lens from which artists are able to uniquely see the world. I will draw from my experience as a professional artist of 24 years to demonstrate painting techniques and meet students at their individual skill levels with positive encouragement, technical support and enthusiasm for this traditional art form. Experience the joy and contemplative practice of observational painting through the creation of original pieces focused on landscape, sky, water, and still life. This course is not just for teens! Adults wanting to get started in an art journey of their own or needing a no-pressure creative respite from the busy week are welcome to sign up and join us!
Wednesday - Preschool A - 131: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
In this class, kids will discover that God is in everything. We'll explore nature and science topics like flowers, trees, insects, seasons and more (each connected to scripture.) Every week includes educational stories, art, hands on activities, and a scrapbook page to document what they've learned. Children will get a treasure box to collect nature finds and bring back stories to share. At the end of the term they'll take home a beautiful keepsake scrapbook full of their discoveries, artwork, and faith filled memories.
Requirements:
-Must be able to use basic craft supplies (like glue stick, scissors, crayons etc..) with minimal help
-Must be comfortable sitting for short group lessons (5-10 minutes)
-Ready to listen, share and participate in hands on activities
-Potty trained
Reluctant readers & bookworms alike can't wait to grab their journals & special backpacks (included) to Time-Travel back to the Middle Ages and more thru 8 of the Magic Treehouse books.
15 minutes of each class students will take notes or draw in their journals as they listen to the story, as well as mark their world maps and create a historical timeline.
Each week we will highlight different aspects of literature like main characters, story setting, plot…etc. By the end of the term, kids will have authored their very own "book". Kids will enjoy unique crafts & relevant projects based on the themes from each MTH book like: clay medallions, sea shell bottles, Japanese cherry tree paintings, a real rainforest jar...and lots more.
Bonus: Kids will also design & build their own treehouses to create a class “Forest of Treehouses” exhibit for the whole school to visit.
"The treehouse started to spin. It spun faster and faster. Then everything was still. Absolutely still."
(note: The teacher will edit out any questionable content like ghosts, etc..)
Requirements:
Kids are NOT required to read or write for this class, although there are plenty of opportunities for kids who are ready for that. You do NOT need to own/supply the MTH books for your child, but it would be great if they had their copy too.
Students are expected to be kind and respectful to the teacher and fellow classmates. Students should be ready to follow 3-step directions.
Kids will typically have 1 take home project each month.
8 New Books!!! Reluctant readers & bookworms alike can't wait to grab their journals & special backpacks (included) to Time-Travel as we read through 8 of the Magic Treehouse books.
In celebration of America's 250th birthday, kids will Time-Travel back in 3 MTH books about significant American events: #8 Midnight on the Moon, #27 A Trip to the First Thanksgiving, #22 Revolutionary War on Wednesday, and #21 Civil War on Sunday.
Next, we will explore 4 Ancient Civilizations: #13 Vacation Under the Volcano, #14 Day of the Dragon King, #15 Viking Ships at Sunrise, and #16 Hour of the
The first 15 minutes of each class, students will take notes or draw in their journals as they listen to the story, as well as mark their world maps and create a historical timeline. After reading 5 chapters, we will highlight different aspects of literature like main characters, story setting, plot…etc. By the end of the term, kids will have authored their very own "story".
Next, kids will enjoy unique crafts & relevant projects based on the themes from each MTH book like: learning to drum in the Civil War, launching rockets to the moon, creating a "real" Pompeii volcano and more.
Bonus: Kids will also design & build their own Treehouses or Mini Book Nook to create a class “Forest of Treehouses” exhibit for the whole school to visit. "The treehouse started to spin. It spun faster and faster. Then everything was still. Absolutely still." (Note: The teacher will edit out any questionable content like ghosts, etc..).
This class is for 1 term
Requirements:
Kids are NOT required to read or write for this class, although there are plenty of opportunities for kids who are ready for that. You do NOT need to own/supply the MTH books for your child, but it would be great if they had their copy too.
Students are expected to be kind and respectful to the teacher and fellow classmates. Students should be ready to follow 3-step directions.
Kids will typically have 1 take home project each month.
Time-travel back to the Middle Ages and more with the Magic Treehouse book series.
We will read 8 MTH books together in class, over the course of this term.
Students get their own MTH journals to take “notes” (draw/write), collect “treasures”, mark their world maps and create historical timelines.
We will use a fun variety of projects to get excited about reading like: story mapping, book “reports”, putting on a play, design a book cover, dioramas, crafts & more. Each week we will highlight different aspects of literature like main characters, story setting, plot…etc.
Bonus: Kids will also build their own treehouses to create a class “Forest of Treehouses”.
"The treehouse started to spin. It spun faster and faster. Then everything was still. Absolutely still." :)
Requirements:
Kids are NOT required to read or write for this class, although there are plenty of opportunities for kids who are ready for that. You do NOT need to own/supply the MTH books for your child, but it would be great if they had their copy too.
Students are expected to be kind and respectful to the teacher and fellow classmates. Students should be ready to follow 3-step directions.
Reluctant readers & bookworms alike can't wait to grab their journals & special backpacks (included) to Time-Travel back to the Middle Ages and more thru 8 of the Magic Treehouse books.
15 minutes of each class students will take notes or draw in their journals as they listen to the story, as well as mark their world maps and create a historical timeline.
Each week we will highlight different aspects of literature like main characters, story setting, plot…etc. By the end of the term, kids will have authored their very own "book". Kids will enjoy unique crafts & relevant projects based on the themes from each MTH book like: clay medallions, sea shell bottles, Japanese cherry tree paintings, a real rainforest jar...and lots more.
Bonus: Kids will also design & build their own treehouses to create a class “Forest of Treehouses” exhibit for the whole school to visit.
"The treehouse started to spin. It spun faster and faster. Then everything was still. Absolutely still."
(note: The teacher will edit out any questionable content like ghosts, etc..)
Requirements:
Kids are NOT required to read or write for this class, although there are plenty of opportunities for kids who are ready for that. You do NOT need to own/supply the MTH books for your child, but it would be great if they had their copy too.
Students are expected to be kind and respectful to the teacher and fellow classmates. Students should be ready to follow 3-step directions.
Kids will typically have 1 take home project each month.
Triple Play Sports will focus on basketball, kickball, and capture the flag. There will also be conditioning each class including a warm up. We will cover individual skills and fundamentals, as well as teamwork, good sportsmanship, and games. Here is a breakdown of skills for each sport. Basketball we will dribble, pass, shoot, and learn offense/defense through drills, competitive fun games, and scrimmages. Kickball is learning the power to kick, catch, run, and throw. Capture the flag is all about learning many strategies for winning the game with speed, defensive & offensive tactics, endurance, and agility . Other games we play are gladiator ball, four square, pickleball, dodgeball, ultimate tag, and tug of war. Our class is built to increase cardiovascular health, foster social & emotional skills, strategic thinkers, and a bunch of fun.
Triple Play Sports will focus on basketball, kickball, and capture the flag. There will also be conditioning each class including a warm up. We will cover individual skills and fundamentals, as well as teamwork, good sportsmanship, and games. Here is a breakdown of skills for each sport. Basketball we will dribble, pass, shoot, and learn offense/defense through drills, competitive fun games, and scrimmages. Kickball is learning the power to kick, catch, run, and throw. Capture the flag is all about learning many strategies for winning the game with speed, defensive & offensive tactics, endurance, and agility . Other games we play are gladiator ball, four square, pickleball, dodgeball, ultimate tag, and tug of war. Our class is built to increase cardiovascular health, foster social & emotional skills, strategic thinkers, and a bunch of fun.
Triple Play Sports will focus on basketball, kickball, and capture the flag. There will also be conditioning each class including a warm up. We will cover individual skills and fundamentals, as well as teamwork, good sportsmanship, and games. Here is a breakdown of skills for each sport. Basketball we will dribble, pass, shoot, and learn offense/defense through drills, competitive fun games, and scrimmages. Kickball is learning the power to kick, catch, run, and throw. Capture the flag is all about learning many strategies for winning the game with speed, defensive & offensive tactics, endurance, and agility . Other games we play are gladiator ball, four square, pickleball, dodgeball, ultimate tag, and tug of war. Our class is built to increase cardiovascular health, foster social & emotional skills, strategic thinkers, and a bunch of fun.
Triple Play Sports will focus on basketball, kickball, and capture the flag. There will also be conditioning each class including a warm up. We will cover individual skills and fundamentals, as well as teamwork, good sportsmanship, and games. Here is a breakdown of skills for each sport. Basketball we will dribble, pass, shoot, and learn offense/defense through drills, competitive fun games, and scrimmages. Kickball is learning the power to kick, catch, run, and throw. Capture the flag is all about learning many strategies for winning the game with speed, defensive & offensive tactics, endurance, and agility . There is another similar game called gladiator ball we will change out from time to time with capture the flag, except it is played with dodgeballs. Many students have shown an interested in pickleball. I am excited to be offering this sport as well. Our class is built to increase cardiovascular health, foster social & emotional skills, strategic thinkers, and a bunch of fun.