Spring 2010 Group Descriptions
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Women’s Bible Study and Support
1st Hour
Esther 1st Hour
*Note: This class is a continuation from the fall semester.
Beth Moore's newest bible study, "Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman," peels back the layers of history and shows us how very contemporary and applicable the story of Esther is to us. Going up against heavyweights bent on her destruction, Esther trusted God and landed a blow that saved her people. The Old Testament story of Esther is a profile in courage and contains many modern parallels for today's woman. Esther's destiny can be yours as you know more deeply the God who is in your corner.
Leaders: Becky Hartman
Cost: $5
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Participants will need a bible and a pen and their book from last semester.
Homework: There will be five daily assignments approximately 30 minutes in length to be done over a two-week period.
Seasons of a Mother's Heart
We will be reading through chapters 6-12 in Seasons of a Mother's Heart and discussing the "bigger picture" of why we are homeschooling. I will share ideas from homeschooling my two sons!
Leaders: Lynn Custer
Cost: $3
Maximum # of participants: 20
Materials to bring: Seasons of a Mother's Heart by Sally Clarkson and a notebook
Homework: Read a chapter from the book every other week and read aloud to your children daily.
Seeking Him
“Seeking Him” is an interactive study designed to lead you into a revived relationship with our living heavenly Father. God wants to reveal Himself to you. He wants to fill your heart with Himself. He wants to set you free from every unholy passion. He wants you to drink deeply of the joys found in His presence. He wants your service for Him to be the overflow of genuine love and an authentic life. He wants you to be a reflector of His glory in our dark world. He wants you—and His entire church—to be revived!
Leaders: Nancy Siedschlag
Cost: $24
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Bible, pen and workbook (provided)
Homework: There are 5 days of lessons weekly which includes Scripture reading and answering questions in the workbook (2-3 hours per week).
The Ministry of Motherhood
This book is a wonderful addition to any Mother's library. It reminds us that motherhood is not a job but rather a ministry in which we are training up our children to make an impact in the world they live. If you're tired, discouraged or frustrated, take heart because this study is for you! If you love what you do, come share with us. If you have just forgotten the great calling you have received, come and we will remember together. Sally Clarkson's book will be a wonderful blessing to all.
Leaders: Rosita Perkins
Cost: $15
Maximum # of participants: 26
Materials to bring: Each week participants will need their Bible, pen, notebook, book (provided), and handout folder.
Homework: 1-2 hours of reading a week and questions for the chapters.
Women’s Bible Study and Support
2nd Hour
Are We Beautiful & Our Modern Day Idols
In this class, we will be using two books. No Other Gods: Confronting Our Modern Day Idols deals with everything from family to finances to soccer—those things that compete with God's rightful place in our lives. Author Kelly Minter explores what happens when good desires become objects of worship and shows us how to exchange everyday gods for the one true God. In Do You Think I'm Beautiful?, Angela Thomas invites us to awaken our passion and glimpse our deepest desires and to voice our longing to be loved with an ultimate love. We will learn to fall into the embrace of the One who asks us to dance.
Leaders: Angela Dupree
Cost: $27
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: books (provided)
Homework: Each study has 5 daily asignments per week.
Esther 2nd Hour
*Note: This class is a continuation from the fall semester.
Beth Moore's newest bible study "Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman," peels back the layers of history and shows us how very contemporary and applicable the story of Esther is to us. Going up against heavyweights bent on her destruction, Esther trusted God and landed a blow that saved her people. The Old Testament story of Esther is a profile in courage and contains many modern parallels for today's woman. Esther's destiny can be yours as you know more deeply the God who is in your corner.
Leaders: Brenda Billington
Cost: $5
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Participants will need a bible and a pen and their book from last semester.
Homework: There will be five daily assignments approximately 30 minutes in length to be done over a two-week period.
Search for Significance
Have you ever wondered why the little things upset us so much? Why do we get so angry when our kids make us late, leave messes, get bad grades, or misbehave? Why are we so undone when our "to do" lists don't get done, when we have unexpected visitors arrive to see our messy houses, or our hair doesn't comb out right? We will explore these questions life-changing book, The Search for Significance. We need to agree with God's word that we are redeemed, accepted, and fully loved by Him. That's all that should matter. Join me as we discover how God wants to change us to become the wives and mothers He wants us to be.
Leaders: Robyn Crone
Cost: $0
Maximum # of participants: 20
Materials to bring: Participants will need a copy of The Search for Significance by Robert McGee. All editions are acceptable. You will also need a notepad, pen and Bible.
Homework: 30 minutes/week to read and study chapter (workbook sections
Optional); 15 min./week to memorize scripture
Teens with Tripp
This class will gather to study and discuss Paul David Tripp's book, Age of Opportunity, which uncovers the heart issues affecting parents and their teenagers during the often chaotic adolescent years. With wit, wisdom, humility, and compassion, he shows parents how to seize the countless opportunities to deepen communication, learn and grow with their teenagers. Each week you'll meet with other moms who are devoted to working on good relationships with their young adults, and coaching them in their walk with Christ. We will often have prayer for one another, and support each other while building up our teens. This class takes up where Shepherding a Child's Heart left off and is best for moms with at least one child over age 10.
Leaders: Jan Castro
Cost: $5
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Purchase your own book, Age of Opportunity by Paul Tripp, before first day of class.
Homework: Participants will complete one chapter per week of reading and reflection.
Early Elementary (5-7 years old, 10/16/2001 to 8/31/2004)
1st Hour
Days of Creation
We will use art, math, science and song to learn about God's creations. Be prepared to look at your world in a new way - and think "Day 6" when you see your best pal!
Leaders: Sonya Goddard, Alicia Barrese
Cost: $15
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: none
Fun With Math & More!
Fun with Math...AND MORE! is a perfect class for children who love to play board games. Participants will have an opportunity to learn and reinforce basic math skills through board games, movement, music, life sized games, unique math crafts... AND MORE! Skills covered include patterns, graphing, measuring, symmetry...AND MORE! Come play Battleship, Mastermind, Labyrinth, Monopoly Jr., Checkers... AND MORE!
Leaders: Louise Lewis, Vicki Daniel
Cost: $30
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Each child will be required to bring one of their favorite board games from home. Occasionally there will be requests for common household items needed for crafts, such as a 2-quart orange juice or milk carton.
Homework: none
Games Galore
If you love having fun and playing games, then you’ll definitely want to join us this semester for Games Galore. We will enjoy playing many different varieties of relay races in the gym, so be prepared for lots of running!! We will also enjoy some other games such as: 4-corners, charades, jump rope and a few others. Toward the end of the semester, as the weather warms up, we will go outside for kickball, Frisbee and sack races. We will also discuss the importance of fair play, encouraging others and playing on a team.
Leaders: Sybil Sellers, Meg Burgin
Cost: $10
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Students should wear sneakers and bring a water bottle labeled with his/her name.
Homework: none
Princess in Training (Girls Only)
Calling all the King's Little Princesses...come and join us in learning how to become a "gem of a good friend," "give the treasure of kindness," and "share the jewels of gratitude." It's our prayer that while learning royal manners and etiquette and hearing what the King has to say to his little princesses that you will be transformed into a true princess of the heart. So get our your tea hats and get ready for some royal tea parties!
Leaders: Jennifer Menold, Heather Johnson
Cost: $20
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: none
Show & Tell
Every week your child will get to bring in a special Show & Tell item from home to share in class. We will pick a different topic every week. We will read stories, make crafts and eat snacks (some weeks) that go along with that week's theme.
Leaders: Holly Donaldson, Bobbi Krause
Cost: $15
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Yourself and your special show & tell item. Your child will bring in a different item every week that goes along with our topic.
Homework: Your show & tell item.
The Art of Reading!
Have fun exploring the pages of your favorite books and learn how artists tell their stories in pictures. Then express yourself in your own painting, drawing or collage. This class is for kids who love books, love to create and don’t mind getting a little messy.
Leaders: Ann Ayers, Cynthia Kulak
Cost: $22
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: A smock or old shirt
Homework: none
Early Elementary (5-7 years old, 10/16/2001 to 8/31/2004)
2nd Hour
Adventures in Literature
Have you ever wondered how to make an apple pie and see the world all at the same time? Can you imagine a Tom Cat adopting cute, little kittens in beautiful Venice? Come join us as we explore the wonderful adventures hidden in an array of delightful picture books from "Five in a Row" by Jane Claire Lambert. Literature will come alive as we make crafts; try new foods; explore social studies, art, language, and science; and even see how God wants us to live for Him.
Leaders: Renee Johnson, Lisa Dalola
Cost: $20
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: none
Animal Stories
Come have fun reading and writing animal stories! Each week we will read an animal story and then write our own story using words, pictures, and stickers. We will also collectively write a class book.
Leaders: Lynn Canna
Cost: $15
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Bring folder, crayons, and pencils provided on the first day of class.
Homework: none
Character Critters
The early elementary years are a great time to focus on building strong character as a foundation for the rest of our academic studies. This semester we will focus on learning about diligence, loyalty, hospitality, sensitivity, enthusiasm, flexibility, discernment, cautiousness, and boldness. Each character trait will be represented by an animal, and the students will collect Character Cards each week that will remind them of the animal that helped us learn each character quality. We will have fun as we use historical examples, nature stories, songs, crafts, memory work, and God's Word to help us apply each of these specific character qualities to our lives.
Leaders: Holly Brewster
Cost: $25
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: backpack, pencil, and binder (provided)
Homework: The students will come home each week with a student guide which is to be read and discussed with a parent. These guides will give instructions for extra activities which can be done at home to reinforce the studied character trait. The children can earn small prizes each week for doing any of these extra activities.
Cross-Country with Lewis & Clark
Come take an adventure with us as we study the grand journey traveled by Lewis and Clark. We will narrate the book “Tall Tails” and get to know Seaman, Meriwether Lewis' Newfoundland dog, who keeps a diary and records all that happens on this historic trip. See how their journey is humorously conveyed through the eyes of Seaman. With numerous crafts and visuals, we are sure to have an amazing time!
Leaders: Kit Bergoon, Lilly Fowler
Cost: $20
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: none
Mr. Popper's Penguins
Mr. Popper's Penguins is a children's book written by Richard & Florence Atwater, that tells the story of a poor house painter named Mr. Popper and his family, who live in the small town of Stillwater in the 1930s. The Poppers unexpectedly come into possession of twelve Adelie penguins, and something must be done before they eat the Poppers out of house and home! Join us as we explore the world of penguins, polar animals and Antarctica. Each class time will begin with reading a few chapters in Mr. Popper's Penguins. We will discover how animals live in the South Pole using "polar" science experiments. Our class will ice paint, and learn how to play games such as "Penguin Waddle Relay" and "Dress the Penguin". Snow cones and Oreo penguins will be served.
Leaders: Terri OBannon
Cost: $14
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: none
Storybook Hour
Storybook Art will encourage children to explore art and craft techniques based on the illustrations from popular books such as Rainbow Fish, Miss Spider’s Tea Party and Captain Jane. Please note that different types of food will be utilized in our crafts.
Leaders: Janna Ethridge, Heather Banks
Cost: $20
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Crayons, scissors, colored pencils
Homework: none
Elementary (8-10 years old, 10/16/1998 to 10/15/2001)
1st Hour
Fun with the Mountain Dulcimer
This class will be an introduction to the mountain dulcimer, a really cool musical instrument that's fun and easy to play. Students will actually assemble and decorate their own cardboard mountain dulcimer, which is included in the cost of the course. Then students will learn how to play the mountain dulcimer and find out how fun it is to play!
Leaders: Craig Hardee
Cost: $50
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: Practice!
Jonathan Park IV: Hunt For Beowulf
Jonathan Park is on another adventure with his family, the Brenans, and the Eagles Nest Gang. In "The Hunt for Beowulf," a professional artifacts thief known as the Jaguar has stolen the original Beowulf manuscript from the British Library. Now the Creation Response Team is on a mission to get it back as they travel to many places including England, Iwo Jima, the interior jungles of the Yucatán Peninsula, and the Galápagos Islands! Join us as we listen to each adventure and discuss what the Creation Response Team discovers. Previous Jonathan Park classes are not necessary to enjoy the adventure.
Leaders: Kimberly Trautman
Cost: $20
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Binder and study guide that will be given out the first class
Homework: none
Ocean Explorers
Welcome to the wonderful world of God's aquatic animals! Using Apologia's Swimming Creatures of The Fifth Day, we will explore some of the millions of creatures that God crammed into the seas that day. We'll make a splash with whales and dolphins, spy on seals, frolic with fish, snoop on sharks, and stroke starfish. Students will investigate these amazing animals through videos, specimens, and hands-on activities. Each creature will come to life as students create replicas in miniature aquariums and then wrap up our semester with an optional overnight fieldtrip to the Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium to "sleep with the fishes!" Let’s dive in!
Leaders: Fluvanna Josephson, Judy Grimes
Cost: $25
Maximum # of participants: 18
Materials to bring: Participants will need their class notebook, which will be handed out at the beginning of the semester and will be needed each week to fully participate. They will also need pencils.
Homework: There will be short weekly assignments to cement what we covered in class. This will take approximately 15-20 minutes. Also, a poster presentation will be assigned toward the end of class on a specific marine creature.
Science Fair Project Made Simple
An important part of learning science is doing science. Science fair projects offer students an opportunity to practice science investigation and experimentation. However, they require time and energy that are often hard to find in the typical homeschool schedule. In this class, we will make doing a science fair project simple! Students will take the entire semester to go through all stages: choosing an area of science; coming up with an idea to investigate; researching; forming a hypothesis; conducting experiments; understand results; and finally putting it all into a presentation. At the end of the semester we will have our own "low stress" mini-science fair.
Leaders: Dave Conklin
Cost: $20
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Paper, pencil and binders (provided)
Homework: There will be homework each week. We will be working on the final science fair project the entire semester, so hopefully there won't be a rush at the end.
The Art of Science
Grab your sketch book and travel with us to fascinating ecological destinations such as deserts, the arctic tundra and tropical rainforests. Using professional artwork and children’s literature for inspiration, we’ll look at the biological world through the eyes of artists and then make our own art. We’ll draw, paint, sculpt, and even use stencils and markers while learning some basic concepts and terminology from biology and ecology. We’ll learn about taxonomy (classification of living organisms), biomes and ecosystems, important cycles (such as the carbon and oxygen cycle and the energy cycle), and specific ways organisms survive in their habitats.
Leaders: Jacki St.John, Kristi Grice
Cost: $27
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Pencils, set of colored pencils, a glue stick and scissors.
Homework: none
Welcome to Felicity's World
Welcome to Felicity’s World! Based on the American Girl Felicity book series, this class will take your child on a journey in time as we discover what it was like to grow up during the Colonial time period. Felicity's stories will come to life as we play historical games, share favorite story moments, and create Colonial crafts and foods. Students will have weekly reading assignments as we read through the six American Girl Felicity books and complete comprehension questions that will serve as the springboard for our class discussion, crafts and activities. Each week we will review the assigned reading and completed questions and then explore an element of the story through hands-on activities, crafts and demonstrations. Some things we have planned include completing a cross-stitch sampler, writing with quill pens and homemade ink, creating a braided rug, and designing a Colonial hat and outfit. We also plan to play parlor games, learn to dance, and have a day of cooking. We look forward to a fun-filled class as we learn about this fascinating time in our nation's history.
Leaders: Kim Willson, Therese Mulcahy
Cost: $25
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: In an effort to keeps costs as low as possible, parents will need to obtain the books needed for the class. Students will need the following titles before the first day of SEEK: Meet Felicity, Felicity Learns a Lesson, Felicity's Surprise, Happy Birthday Felicity, Felicity Saves the Day, and Changes for Felicity. The six books needed are available individually by title, in a box set, or in the all-in one story book.
Homework: There will be weekly reading that may be done by the student or with a parent. Each week there will also be comprehension questions that will go along with the reading to be completed. The cross-stitch sampler will be an ongoing project for the semester and will require time at home to complete. Some weeks there may be unfinished crafts that will need to be completed at home that may need some parental help.
Elementary (8-10 years old, 10/16/1998 to 10/15/2001)
2nd Hour
Heroes of the Faith
Come join us as we "cut through thick jungle brush...fly above the clouds to get supplies to the needy...and work undercover in order to spread God’s Word." Join us if you dare as we adventure with “Heroes of the Faith!”
Leaders: Lisa McCarthy, Elizabeth Donohue
Cost: $17
Maximum # of participants: 18
Materials to bring: Empty shoe box with lid.
Homework: Each week we will study a specific character trait. Students will be asked to work on demonstrating that trait during the week after class. They will be asked to give specific examples when they next return to class.
Odyssey: The Truth Chronicles
Are there really right answers to big questions about God, faith and truth? The kids of Odyssey are about to find out! Can the Science club discover the reality of Intelligent Design? Will Captain Absolutely triumph over the evil schemes of Dr. Relative? There's adventure ahead with these life-changing stories on seeing the world from a Christian perspective. We’ll cover themes such as a Christian Worldview, False gods, Government and the Bible, Absolute Truth, Intelligent Design, and more. Class participants will listen to the complete audio series and reinforce learnings with discussion, games, and activities.
Leaders: Angela DeBoeser, Brandie Upshaw
Cost: $10
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: pencil
Homework: none
Saturday Adventure Club
Join us on a trip to New York City with the Melendy family using the book, The Saturdays. We will take an imaginary ride on the subway, learn about the coatimundi animal, watch a famous play and make some delicious petits four treats. There will be games, snacks, weekly prizes and lots of fun as we read, The Saturdays.
Leaders: Carolyn Adams, Jennifer Barry
Cost: $25
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Participants will need a copy of The Saturdays by Elizabeth Enright, a 3-ring binder with lined paper, and regular and colored pencils.
Homework: Homework will involve weekly memorization and recitation. There will be one chapter assigned weekly for reading. There will also be one research project to be presented to the class.
Stuart Little
How terribly surprised the Little family must have been when their second son turned out to be a mouse! Join us as we bring this classic tale of adventure to life through clever crafts, action-packed games, informative activities and delightful class discussion. Discover New York City, Stuart's hometown, build a sailboat, imagine what it would be like to be so small, and much more!
Leaders: Eleanor Mayes, Cynthia Gallentine
Cost: $20
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: Weekly vocabulary review and optional reading. Creative project will be due at semester end.
Tree In The Trail
Join us on a history and geography adventure! We will learn about the the Great Plains and the Santa Fe Trail through the Holling C. Holling’s story of a cottonwood tree and the events that happen around it over 200 years. Read about Indians, Spanish conquistadores, French voyageurs, buffalo stampedes and the Conestoga wagons that journeyed west. We will map out the trail as we go.
Leaders: Teri Hooper, Dee Dee Vogt
Cost: $25
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: colored pencils, scissors, glue stick
Homework: One oral presentation on a topic from the book. The assignment is to learn something and come teach us!
Young Equestrians
This class will give children who are interested in horses a chance to learn about them and experience them personally! We will start a project at the beginning of the semester that will entail the process of buying your own horse and what goes into that. We'll cover finances, breeds of horses, medical requirements, riding disciplines, equestrian professions, and many more topics of importance! Your child will also have the opportunity to meet a professional farrier, vet, horse trainer, and even a live horse. A group trail ride at the end of the semester is included in the class cost.
Leaders: Amanda Fountaine, Karen Fountaine
Cost: $35
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Notebook, pencil
Homework: There will be some reasearch homework every couple of weeks.
Middle School (11-13 years old, 10/16/1995 to 10/15/1998) and High School (14-18 years old, prior to 10/16/1995)
1st Hour
Creative Composing (Middle School Only)
In our Creative Writing Class this semester, we will be exploring different ways to "pen" those sometimes mundane but necessary tasks our parents ask us to write like "Thank You Letters." We will compile a continuous chain letter that each student gets to add their thoughts to throughout the semester, learn to compose a persuasive letter to someone in authority, write an autobiography with a special twist, invent our own imaginary destination and draft a travel brochure, come up with a personalized "mission statement" for each student and finally learn about homophones and response writing. We will also become proficient in using a thesaurus and a few other fun surprises.
Leaders: Gretchen Eck
Cost: $25
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Please bring a 3-ring binder with lots of loose-leaf paper. Also bring pencils and pens.
Homework: Almost every class session with require a creative writing assignment for homework... mainly finishing up what we started in class that day. Homework might require around 2-4 hours a week. Students will also be randomly selected to read their finished work in class.
Cryptoclub (Middle School Only)
Have you ever wanted to be a code breaker? In this class you will learn how to make and break secret codes using mathematics and reasoning skills. While covering encryption and decryption, we will be putting your pre-algebra skills to work! This class will utilize math skills such as: addition, subtraction, negative numbers, decimals, percentages, factorization, exponents, prime numbers and frequency analysis. You will leave this class having learned at least four different ciphers, hopefully working our way up to the modern day RSA—the same code used in internet security.
Leaders: Ann Brown,
Cost: $45
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: 3-ring notebook with two dividers and two sharp pencils
Homework: Approximately 1 hour per week
The Diary of Anne Frank (Middle School Only)
Spend a semester with a Jewish teenager who goes into hiding with her family and friends to escape Hitler's persecution of the Jews. Given the historical setting of World War II and the suffering of Anne's family, this book will provide important lessons concerning thankfulness, forgiveness, love, patience, and self-control. Students in this class will enjoy reading Anne's diary, researching the historical events of her life, writing in their own journals, analyzing the main characters, participating in artwork and hands-on activities, and engaging in oral discussions.*Note: Because the book makes brief references to mature topics, parents should preview the book to make sure it is appropriate for your student.
Leaders: Belinda Hogstrom, Kim Pohlig
Cost: $25
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: All materials provided, including book, except we may ask students to bring in common household items to be used for class projects during the semester.
Homework: Please plan for 2 hours of homework per week. This may include reading, comprehension questions, worksheets, research projects, and daily journal entries.
Drawspace (Middle & High School)
As an artist, you visually explore everything around you from your own unique perspective, and with new purposes, such as discovering drawing subjects. In this class you will be learning how to draw using squirkling, hatching, shading, lines, and perspective. We will slowly work our way through each lesson. Each new skill will build upon the ones already learned. Every student will receive a glossary of terms to learn. This glossary provides definitions and illustrations of the art-related vocabulary used throughout our lessons. *Note: For those of you who took "What's Your Perspective" last semester, this will not be the same class.
Leaders: Jessica Roberts
Cost: $35
Maximum # of participants: 12
Materials to bring: none
Homework: Homework will involve learning the glossary definitions that will be handed out.
Teen Asian Cooking (Middle & High School)
Is the Food Network one of your teen's favorite TV channels? Has she/he expressed an interest in learning more about kitchen tools and cooking techniques? Skills your teen will attain by attending this class include: the how-tos of Asian cooking, assisting with family meal preparation, improvement in personal meal choices, as well as being prepared to eat healthily once going off to college or leaving home. Class activities will include: nutrition education, mastery of kitchen gadgets and cooking techniques, and hands-on meal preparation.
Leaders: Frida Darmawan, Laura Mosley
Cost: $60
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: none
Homework: none
Wonderfully Made (Middle & High School)
This class will explore the physical, cognitive and psychological development of children from birth through adolescence. We will discuss perception, motivation, personality and learning styles. This a practical course taught by an Occupational Therapist designed to help anyone that once was a child, knows a child or plans to work with or have children someday understand how to guide their desire to explore the world around them. Although the book is secular in nature all subject matter will be taught from a Christian perspective.
Leaders: Robin Wells
Cost: $40
Maximum # of participants: 25
Materials to bring: Spiral notebook and writing instrument.
Homework: There will be some reading and questions to answer but this should not take more than 45 minutes per week.
Worship Team (Middle & High School)
*Note: Worship Team is only available for pre-approved students.
This group is responsible for leading the SEEK members into a worshipful mindset for their day at Colonial. The team will meet every Thursday morning at 8:15 am to prepare for the 9:00 am worship. Students are not taught how to play their instruments. Students are coached in learning to use their God given talents together in harmony with other students in a band.
Leaders: Sandra Erickson, Becky Shedor
Cost: $30
Maximum # of participants: 18
Materials to bring: 3-ring binder full of music in plastic sleeves, blank paper for notes, pencil or pen
Homework: 30 minutes of daily practice
How to Start Your Own Business (High School Only)
Do you have that idea or product you would love to present to others and earn money? Are you ready to start your own business but need the tools and resources to get you started? Come and join the CEO adventure and learn how to use your ideas and become an Entrepreneur! You will build a portfolio of tools to plan, design, implement and market your product. Dream...maybe your idea is the next big company!!
Leaders: Dina Hester
Cost: $14
Maximum # of participants: 20
Materials to bring: notepad & pen, pencil, highlighter
Homework: Approximately 2 hours per week in research, business plan development, customer surveys, marketing and presentation-including business cards.
Introduction to Accounting (High School Only)
Learn the fundamentals of accounting that will help you no matter what career path you choose. Understanding accounting and accounting practices will benefit for life.
Using the book Practical Accounting Fundamentals, this course will give the you a foundation in the accounting process and enable you to be able to account for any business activities you may be involved in. Homework will be turned in for review and there will be two mid-term tests and a final exam. Understanding accounting is important in any business because it is the basis of business communication. So, whether you are interested in starting your own business, being an accountant, working as a bookkeeper, or just adding to the depth of understanding, this course will be a great beginning.
Leaders: Cindi Schwartz
Cost: $35
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Calculator (10-key preferred) (you may use a computer and a spreadsheet program like Excel), paper/notebook, pencil. The book and ledger paper will be provided.
Homework: 1-2 hours per week
Study Hall 1st Hour (Middle & High School)
Study hall is to be used for study ONLY. No computer games or handheld games of any kind are allowed. Computers, Ipods or CD players will only be permitted if used for study purposes. Each student is to bring a book to read or other materials to study. This is not a social hour for talking or discussion. We encourage all SEEK participants to sign up for groups rather than study hall.
Cost: $0
Maximum # of participants: 12
Materials to bring: Participants will need their study materials, such as books, paper and pencils/pens.
Homework: None
Middle School (11-13 years old, 10/16/1995 to 10/15/1998) and High School (14-18 years old, prior to 10/16/1995)
2nd Hour
Creations of the Fourth Day (Middle School Only)
Come learn about God’s creation by studying Astronomy! We’ll learn about the sun, planets, space rocks, stars and galaxies. A combination of oral presentations, in-class projects, discussion, and occasional videos will be used to reinforce each chapter’s content. Each week, we will look for a “Creation Connection” linking science and faith.
Leaders: Lauren Wells, Rebecca Webb
Cost: $15
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: pens/pencils, a copy of the book Exploring Creation With Astronomy by Jeannie Fulbright (ISBN: 1-932012-48-6)
Homework: 1-2 hours per week consisting of reading a chapter from the book and writing answers to questions. Each student will be expected to give 1 oral presentation which will be assigned during the course of the class.
So, You Wanna Be an Actor? (Middle School Only)
"So you wanna be an Actor?" will introduce you to basic auditioning and theater in a fun and energetic way. This class is aimed to help you step out of your comfort zone, learn how to express yourself, and honor Jesus through acting. We will work on how to prepare for auditions, character development, memorization techniques, how to be comfortable on stage, and even learn some very fun theater games. This class will be full of excitement and fun!
Leaders: Derek Conklin, Stephanie Conklin
Cost: $15
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Pencils, notebook paper, and binders (provided).
Homework: 30 minutes of homework a week, which will include various handouts, devotions, and memorization of some material.
Thinking Like a Christian (Middle School Only)
“Thinking Like a Christian” will teach us to view the world from a biblical perspective. Each class will include games, discussion, a short video and snacks. This course will teach the Christian worldview of subjects as diverse as law, biology, theology, psychology, politics, philosophy, sociology, economics, history and ethics. This study will build a student's confidence in recognizing and confronting alternative worldviews. Even believers can succomb to the array of false assumptions which infect our culture from news to music, advertising and education on TV, radio, magazines, books and the internet. The daily homework will provide each student with a personal application for each area of study. The course material is written by David Noebel and Chuck Edwards and was drawn from seminars by Summit Ministries of Colorado Springs.
Leaders: Michele Coberly, Elizabeth Hale
Cost: $30
Maximum # of participants: 17
Materials to bring: pencil or pen
Homework: Students will have a textbook and journal for daily reading and short answer questions. Approximately 20 minutes per day.
A Healthy Way to Live (Middle & High School)
Join us for a semester of nutrition! This class will be a mini unit where you will learn about nutrition in order to equip yourself to form healthy habits. In this fun and exciting class, participants will engage in discussions about nutritional topics which include: real sugar vs. fake sugar; fat and fast foods; What does organic mean?; and careers in nutrition. We will also have a registered dietician as a guest speaker. We will sample healthy snacks that relate to our topics throughout the semester.
Leaders: Kathleen(KK) Manley, Angela Lovero
Cost: $15
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: A journal and separate notebook for taking notes.
Homework: 20-30 minutes per week.
Aerobics for Girls (Middle & High School Girls Only)
This class for girls will be a fun, high energy, low impact class that will get bodies on the road to getting in shape for summer. There will also be an optional opportunity for those interested to be trained to teach aerobics. Some scripture memorization will be required about every 2 weeks.
Leaders: Carolyn Cuany
Cost: $10
Maximum # of participants: 20
Materials to bring: Comfy sweats/workout shorts (fingertip length), t-shirt.
Homework: verses to memorize
Boys' Basketball, Games & More! (Middle & High School Boys Only)
Guys, enjoy learning and playing basketball in a team setting along with fitness activities and games. This class will help improve your skills and fitness level.
Leaders: Robin Hester
Cost: $30
Maximum # of participants: 20
Materials to bring: gym clothes, socks, tennis shoes, water bottle
Homework: none
Praise Guitar Jam (Middle & High School)
*Note: This is a continuation of the Praise Guitar 101 course from last semester. New participants with guitar experience are welcome but most be approved by Mr. Hardee.
In this class, we will apply what we learned in the fall to play even more praise songs. Members of the fall class will be given first priority, but if other students have guitar experience and want to join the class, they can talk with the leader. We'll use one book from the fall class and students will receive another as part of their class fee. New students will need to obtain the book from last semester.
Leaders: Craig Hardee
Cost: $35
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Guitar, pick, music
Homework: Practice!
Christian Apologetics (High School Only)
*Note: This is part 2 of a two-semester class. However, new participants are welcome, but they will need to purchase materials.
This course is designed to introduce students to a comprehensive range of apologetic arguments and strategies. The class will feature a combination of DVD lectures and class discussion. Students will become adept at recognizing the many worldviews influencing our culture and equipped to challenge the assumptions of these worldviews. Topics covered include: "Truth and Reality", "The Existence of God", "The Trustworthiness of the Bible", "The Uniqueness of Christ", "God, Evil, and Suffering" and more.
Leaders: Scott Wylie
Cost: $0
Maximum # of participants: 24
Materials to bring: Participants will need a Bible and a pen. New participans will need to purchase materials.
Homework: There will be weekly reading assignments from various books and articles.
Score Big: Essay Writing & Critical Reading (High School Only)
*Note: This is a repeat of the SAT Prep class from last semester.
Learn SAT critical reading and writing skills with a former SAT prep teacher and Duke admissions staff person. Increase your vocabulary and watch your score go up as we practice each week. We will also develop our essay writing skills and discover what works for college applications.
Leaders: April Schweitzer
Cost: $36
Maximum # of participants: 16
Materials to bring: Participants will need a 3-ring binder, notebook paper pen and pencil, 3x5 index cards (white or colored--your preference), and the three reference/practice books (provided).
Homework: Homework will consist of frequent vocabulary review, reading assignments and practice tests totaling 1-2 hours per week.
Study Hall 2nd Hour (Middle & High School)
Study hall is to be used for study ONLY. No computer games or handheld games of any kind are allowed. Computers, Ipods or CD players will only be permitted if used for study purposes. Each student is to bring a book to read or other materials to study. This is not a social hour for talking or discussion. We encourage all SEEK participants to sign up for groups rather than study hall.
Cost: $0
Maximum # of participants: 12
Materials to bring: Participants will need their study materials, such as books, paper and pencils/pens.
Homework: None