Step behind the scenes and learn the essential skills that make live events run smoothly here at Firmly Planted. In this hands-on course, students will explore the fundamentals of audio/visual technology with a focus on real-world applications like operating a soundboard, setting up microphones and stage equipment, managing projection slides for worship or presentations, and supporting live theater or chapel events. Whether you're interested in worship tech, theater production, or just want to learn how things work behind the scenes, this class will prepare you to serve confidently and skillfully on any AV team.
*Gain real-life experience with audio visual equipment setups
*Opportunity to volunteer or work at FPHRC events
*Field trip opportunities
Calling all Bible detectives - you are needed to help us solve a Bible Mystery!!
In this class, we will be going through a Bible Curriculum that chronological walks your children through the Old Testament in search of clues for the Cross. We will be using the curriculum - In the Beginning . . . Jesus. It's specifically designed towards 3rd-5th graders but I'm willing to take some younger children as well. This class will be a very fun and engaging mystery type class where your child will learn about the Bible while acting as detectives. You will be required to purchase the child's workbook so that they can complete all the assignments during the class period. My hope and prayer is that your child will grow in their love for Jesus through this class and learn more about His Word and how he has desired to save us from the beginning.
Calling all Bible detectives - you are needed to help us solve a Bible Mystery!!
In this class, we will be going through a Bible Curriculum that chronological walks your children through the Old Testament in search of clues for the Cross. We will be using the curriculum - In the Beginning . . . Jesus. It's specifically designed towards 3rd-5th graders but I'm willing to take some younger children as well. This class will be a very fun and engaging mystery type class where your child will learn about the Bible while acting as detectives. You will be required to purchase the child's workbook so that they can complete all the assignments during the class period. My hope and prayer is that your child will grow in their love for Jesus through this class and learn more about His Word and how he has desired to save us from the beginning.
Need to get wiggles out in a fun and productive way? Welcome to Bibles and Basketballs where kids will learn biblical truth and basketball basics. Each week we will do a short devotion and then learn some basketball skills such as dribbling, defensive slides, and shooting. We will incorporate games into our practices and have several scrimmages throughout the term.
It can be hard to navigate the world today with conflicting messages coming at us. It's even harder for our kids. In this class the students will learn what is Biblical truth and how that is different from what we feel or what the world says truth is. We will be using Foundation Worldview curriculum on Biblical Worldview. These lessons will include a 10-15 min interactive video lesson, followed by a class discussion, and an activity such as: a worksheet, coloring sheet, or game. Some topics covered will be: truth is what is real, God is the source of truth, God is the creator, humans are God's image bearers, and right and wrong are truths, not feelings.
In this class for 4th-6th graders, we will be using curriculum from Junior Achievement and complete the course with a field trip to a simulated town in Portland. Students will learn about their roles as citizens, workers and consumers. We will discuss their responsibilities in a community and what a free enterprise system is. Money management skills will be introduced such as banking practices and writing checks.
The culminating field trip is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6. We will meet at FPHRC and carpool to the simulation off Foster Rd in Portland. We will need a few chaperones to drive students and also assist with the simulation. There will be a limit to the number of chaperones we can take. The 4-5 hour simulation will allow students to be hands-on in a mockup community. They will be assigned jobs, receive paychecks and be able to purchase things with their income.
A field trip permission slip will be required for this course.
Traditionally this course is designed for elementary students but I have found it is more applicable and memorable if completed in middle school. Students will learn about income, banking, how to balance a bank account, spending and saving money, and about the roles that individuals play within an economic system. Generally, kids participate in a simulation at the conclusion of the class. We will hold our own simulation at the center where students will have a "job", earn "money", deposit their paychecks, balance their account, and shop/play at the other "stores".
In this class, students will be taught the ancient art of block printing using linocut technique. Working within a loose theme for each assignment, projects will begin with composition and design in the form of a drawing, pulling from the student’s own inspiration and reference photos. Students will transfer the drawing from paper onto linoleum slabs and carve out the design using a kit of carving blades. Printing ink will then be rolled on and paper pressed to create a series of original handmade prints and cards. Once created, block prints can be used an endless amount of times!
This class is workshop style, giving students the space to freely work at their own pace following instruction at the beginning of each class. Printing days will be scheduled throughout the semester to print all completed blocks to date. This is an art form that takes time and pacing will be different for each student. My intention is for students to deep dive into this art and to do so will require a slow down and moving along at the artist’s individual pace to achieve mastery of the assignment and joy in the process.
Homework: Students will be asked to brainstorm at home for subject matter that is meaningful to them for their own block print designs. It will be suggested they bring in a few printed reference photos or photographs of their own. These can be landscapes, pets, objects of personal importance, etc. Students will have a sketchbook that will be kept in the classroom for the duration of the semester, but if your student has a strong interest in this art form, it is recommended to also have a sketchbook at home for taking down new ideas and sketches for future prints that can be brought to and from class.
At the end of the semester, students will have the option to keep their carving kit for at home projects.
Requirements:
Due to the nature of the sharp carving tools used in this class, students must be able to follow directions well and be open to slowing down to put the required time into the details of the project.
In this class, students will be taught the ancient art of block printing using linocut technique. Working within a loose theme for each assignment, projects will begin with composition and design in the form of a drawing, pulling from the student’s own inspiration and reference photos. Students will transfer the drawing from paper onto linoleum slabs and carve out the design using a kit of carving blades. Printing ink will then be rolled on and paper pressed to create a series of original handmade prints and cards. Once created, block prints can be used an endless amount of times!
This class is workshop style, giving students the space to freely work at their own pace following instruction at the beginning of each class. Printing days will be scheduled throughout the semester to print all completed blocks to date. This is an art form that takes time and pacing will be different for each student. My intention is for students to deep dive into this art and to do so will require a slow down and moving along at the artist’s individual pace to achieve mastery of the assignment and joy in the process.
Homework: Students will be asked to brainstorm at home for subject matter that is meaningful to them for their own block print designs. It will be suggested they bring in a few printed reference photos or photographs of their own. These can be landscapes, pets, objects of personal importance, etc. Students will have a sketchbook that will be kept in the classroom for the duration of the semester, but if your student has a strong interest in this art form, it is recommended to also have a sketchbook at home for taking down new ideas and sketches for future prints that can be brought to and from class.
At the end of the semester, students will have the option to keep their carving kit for at home projects.
Requirements:
Due to the nature of the sharp carving tools used in this class, students must be able to follow directions well and be open to slowing down to put the required time into the details of the project.