SEEK GROUPS: FALL 2008

 

Women’s Bible Study and Support

1st Hour

 

A Heart Like His 1st Hour

*Note: This is a two-semester class. It will continue in the spring semester.

Beth Moore invites you to join her on an exciting and intimate journey to know King David, the man after God's own heart. On this journey you will experience the ups and downs of the shepherd king, and you will come to know and love his God in a new way. The basic theme of “A Heart Like His” is you in relationship to God. This study will highlight the best and worst of humanity.

Leaders: Brenda Billington

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need a Bible and pen.

Homework: We will cover the first 5 lessons this semester. Homework will involve approximately 2-3 hours bi-weekly.

 

Christ is All

The timeless truths found in Paul's letter to the Colossians speaks to the dilemmas facing the world today. Colossians focuses on Jesus Christ, presenting Him as the ultimate answer to any problem. This will be a verse by verse study, using John MacArthur's New Testament Commentary as the main resource. Each week will include lecture, discussion of homework and memory work.

Leaders: Nancy Siedschlag

Cost: $8

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need a Bible and pen.

Homework: Homework will be minimal, including reading and answering a few questions weekly. Memorization of key verses will be encouraged.

 

Seasons of a Mother's Heart

*Note: This is a two-semester class. It will continue in the spring semester.

We will be reading the first 6 chapters of the book, Seasons of a Mothers 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: I have copies of the book for purchase.

Homework: Participants will read a chapter every other week.

 

The Confident Woman

Do you struggle to be the perfect Christian woman for God, your family or your friends? You're not alone. But do you know what God really wants from you? He does not ask you to be perfect. He calls you to be confident. Confident because of His love, His acceptance and His indwelling presence. Let’s look together at God's plan and desire for a life of freedom, peace and security. As you read and believe God's love letter, you will begin to rely on God alone for value, worth and success, reprogramming your "personal computer" and finding the key to life. Embracing your identity in Christ will transform you into a woman of poise and confidence, a woman who has Jesus Christ dwelling within her, living His life through her unique personality in every circumstance every day.

Leaders: Cherda Martin

Cost: $25

Maximum # of participants: 12

Materials to bring: Participants will need a pen.

Homework: Participants will have to read a chapter assignment and finish their Bible study weekly, which will take approximately 1 hour. 

 

Wired By God

This is a class to help moms empower their teens for a life of passion and purpose. In class we will discuss and encourage each other as to our part in this process of empowering our teens. We will also have a tool to talk with our teens as to how they can fulfill the dream God has for them.

Leaders: Carolyn Cuany

Cost: $35

Maximum # of participants: 20

Materials to bring: Participants will need a pencil and a notebook.

Homework: Participants will spend 45 minutes of personal reading and 2 hours of talk time with your teen weekly.

 

Women’s Bible Study and Support

2nd Hour

 

A Heart Like His 2nd Hour

*Note: This is a two-semester class. It will continue in the spring semester.

Beth Moore invites you to join her on an exciting and intimate journey to know King David, the man after God's own heart. On this journey you will experience the ups and downs of the shepherd king, and you will come to know and love his God in a new way. The basic theme of “A Heart Like His” is you in relationship to God. This study will highlight the best and worst of humanity.

Leaders: Nancy Siedschlag

Cost: $2

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need a Bible and pen.

Homework: We will cover the first 5 lessons this semester. Homework will involve approximately 2-3 hours bi-weekly.

 

Loving God with All Your Mind

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to...give you hope and a future." In good times and bad times, knowing God cares for you and has a plan for your life gives you the strength for what lies ahead. Best-selling author and noted Bible teacher Elizabeth George reveals six powerful Scripture passages that will help you: recognize and live God's purpose for your life; turn daily struggles over to God; apply God's truths to everyday life; focus on God and His principles for life; and find peace in all circumstances. Drawing on Biblical wisdom and personal experience, Elizabeth provides the tools you need to handle emotions and life. By focusing on loving God, you'll experience hope, joy, and a deeper understanding of His grace.

Leaders: Terri OBannon

Cost: $16 (includes book and study guide)

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: None

Homework: Participants will be reading 2 chapters each week and answering study guide questions. This will take approximately 1-1/2 hours each week.

 

Moms in Touch Prayer

Come spend time in God's presence as we pray for our children. We will use the ACTS format of Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving and Supplication when we are together. We will share short and heart-felt prayers rather than long monologues. It's such a blessing to see God work in the hearts of our children. Let's pray!

Leaders: Debbie Schmidt

Cost: $8

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need a Bible and pen.

Homework: Participants will spend a few minutes each week thinking about what to pray for which child.

 

Stepping Up

"Stepping Up" explores Psalms 120-134 where traveling pilgrims sang these songs both on the way to the great festivals of the Jews and as key elements of the worship at these festivals. Participants will gain a new appreciation for the life of faith as a journey to greater fellowship with and worship of God.

Leaders: Brenda Billington

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will a Bible and a pen.

Homework: Homework will cover five lessons of approximately 45 minutes due every other week.

 

Teens with Tripp

This class will gather to study and discuss Paul David Tripp's book, Age of Opportunity.  Each week you'll meet with other moms who are devoted to working on good relationships with their young adults, and coaching our teens in their walk with Christ. We will often have prayer for one another, and support each other while building up our kids. 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: Michelle Muir

Cost: $6

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Books will be provided on the first day of class for use each week.

Homework: Participants will complete one chapter per week of reading and reflection.

 

Early Elementary (5-7 years old, 10/16/2000 to 10/15/2003)

1st Hour

 

Crafty World Travelers

Bon Voyage! Grab your passport and suitcase and travel with us around the seven continents of the world while creating fun art projects along the way. We will be painting, tye dying, cutting, coloring, gluing and making other nifty crafts.

Leaders: Heath Cox

Cost: $10

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need a paint smock or shirt.

Homework: None

 

Fun & Adventures with Curious George

This fall we encourage your child to explore new things with the help of Curious George and the Man with the Yellow Hat.  We will read various books and have games and crafts that coordinate.  Your child will hear about and participate in kite flying, pizza making, and much more.  Come join the fun!

Leaders: Cynthia Kulak, Angie Cernilli

Cost: $16

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need a back pack and pencil. There will also be an optional show and tell.

Homework: None

 

Hang Loose With Dr. Seuss

Join me as we explore a series of Dr. Seuss books.  A new story will be presented every week. We will be discussing the moral of each story as well as the Who, What, Where, When and Why. Arts and crafts, games and silliness will follow each book discussion.  We may even eat “Green Eggs and Ham”!

Leaders: Linda Fuller

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: none

Homework: none

 

Playground Games

Come play some classic playground games with us as we run relay races, play 4-square, hopscotch, jacks, jumprope and other assorted classic games. Children are welcome to bring their own snack and water as we will take a short break in the middle of class.

Leaders: Meg Burgin, Linda Kent

Cost: $10

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: none

Homework: none

 

Reading Rainbow

Come and join the wonderful world of reading where your imagination will take you to faraway places or right here in our own back yards. This is a beginning reader’s class that will feature one book a week, read aloud by the teacher. The children will then work on a related art project.  We will also learn the beginning steps to a Venn diagram, parts of a book and new vocabulary words. We will conclude the semester with each child creating a scene of their favorite story we have read.

Leaders: Marie Charette

Cost: $15

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need pencil,crayons and/or markers, scissors and a backpack.

Homework: There will be an end-of-semester project.

 

Wacky  Science

Join in this fun class as we make magic muck, funny putty, mystery stones, the world's best bubbles and lots of other slimy, stretchy, gooey, wacky science concoctions!  This class is for students who love to experiment and don't mind getting their hands messy.

Leaders: Laura Lackey

Cost: $12

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: None

Homework: None

 

Early Elementary (5-7 years old, 10/16/2000 to 10/15/2003)

2nd Hour

 

America

This class will be an introduction to the people, events, traditions, symbols and patriotic songs that shape America.  We will emphasize God's providential hand in our history.

Leaders: Diane Knesovich, Corinne Higdon

Cost: $13

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: None

Homework: Minimal

 

Exploring the World of Science

Students will explore the wonders of science, develop science skills, and learn about an array of earth, life and physical science topics through fun individual, small group and whole-class activities.  States of matter, magnetism, life cycles of animals, and weather are just a few of the many topics we will investigate.

Leaders: Allison Mosley, Donna Kumar

Cost: $27

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: none

Homework: Students will be asked to bring home a planted seed and make observations on the changes each day for one week.

 

Magic School Bus Animal Adventures

In this class, we’ll climb on board the Magic School Bus (via books and DVDs) to join Ms. Frizzle and her class as they search the land, sky and sea for animals.  We’ll discover animals of every kind including: mammals, amphibians, birds, fish and insects.  We’ll learn about their physical characteristics, their behaviors and how they are suited for the environments in which they live.  Each week we’ll have an associated craft or activity and students will learn how to keep their paperwork organized in a notebook.

Leaders: Jacki St.John, Pam Stults

Cost: $15

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a shirt or art smock to cover up with during craft time.

Homework: None

 

Olympics: Team Sports USA

Go for the Gold!!! Our class will learn about the Olympics while experiencing a variety of Olympic sports. These may include gymnastics, track, soccer, volleyball, basketball, and kickball (our variation of baseball). As we learn about the history of the Olympics and the countries who've hosted them, we will also learn what it means to be a "TEAM" and how we can encourage our teammates and glorify God with the talents and abilities He has blessed us with. So, girls and boys, join our Olympic Team and get ready to go for the gold!

Leaders: Jill Hinton, Tiffany Schmidt

Cost: $15

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need to provide sports equipment as needed such as shin guards.

Homework: none

 

Space Camp

Space always captivates the imagination: the beauty, the enormity, the unknown.  In this introduction to astronomy, students will discover

God's wondrous wisdom in His design of the solar system as we learn about the planets, stars, and astronauts.

Leaders: Cori Pearl, Becky Ulrich

Cost: $17

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: none

Homework: none

 

The Human Body

Can you name the smallest bone in the human body? What role do your teeth play in digestion?  Find out the answers to these questions and many more as we learn about the amazing human body.  This class will study each of the body systems as we complete a Learn 'N Folder entitled "My Body."  Classes will include a variety of read-alouds, activities, experiments, and crafts.  Each week will involve some writing as we complete the various booklets that make up our folders. Students will take home their personalized folders at the end of the semester.

Leaders: Marietta Coles

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need school scissors

Homework: None

 

Elementary (8-10 years old, 10/16/1997 to 10/15/2000)

1st Hour

 

Digging Up Authors

The purpose of this class is to teach students to be comfortable writing different types of paragraphs.  Students will learn to identify parts of a paragraph; write three or more different types of paragraphs; and learn prewriting and proofreading techniques.  Ten minutes of each class will be spent writing the “Longest Story Ever”.   Students signing up for this class need to have the ability to write a complete sentence, use basic punctuation and capitalization, be fluent readers, and have enough vocabulary to be able to formulate thoughts and ideas. 

Leaders: Carolyn Adams, Lori Verderosa

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need sharpened red, yellow, green and blue colored pencils, 3 sharpened #2 pencils, and 3 erasers.

Homework: Homework will consist of journal entries, writing assignments, completion of final drafts, and the memorization of 2 vocabulary words each week. At-home parent supervision will be necessary to ensure success.  This will take approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours per week.

 

Jonathan Park - The Adventure Begins

Come enter the world of “Jonathan Park,” an audio series produced by Vision Forum.  We will hear the exciting adventures of Jonathan and his family and friends.  Each adventure is based on real places and scientific discoveries.  We will join them as they seek to build the new Brenan Ranch and Museum, open a fossil dinosaur discovery, solve mysteries, explore caves, and fight against the opposition to spread the gospel of the Creator! Come learn how to respond against the idea of evolution and to draw people to our magnificent Creator.

Leaders: Kimberly Trautman

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: None

Homework: None

 

Picture This!

Picture your elementary students drawing, coloring and using all their senses in activities that will take them through the Bible, specifically the gospels.  We will begin with an overview of God's word and then settle in the  gospels as we also examine the lives of missionaries both past and present. See www.bibledraw.com for more information regarding this curriculum.

Leaders: Ilana Poisson, Vicki Eiland

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: None

Homework: Students will have some short Bible verse memorization and an occasional writing assignment.

 

Puppets Galore 2.0: Let's Make Puppets!

Puppets can be made out of many materials, and we'll be exploring how to make many different kinds of puppets. Last semester, the emphasis was on performance, but this semester, the emphasis will be on making puppets. Students will be expected to participate in all aspects of the class, and this class is not a continuation from last semester, so new students are welcome!

Leaders: Craig Hardee

Cost: $30

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants need only bring a great attitude and a willing heart!

Homework: None

 

Slavery in America

Join us as we delve into the tragic history of slavery in America. We will start our journey in Africa where it began, crossing over to America where it took root and study the daily lives of slaves through a variety of books, slave narratives, videos, and music. We will take a look at the Underground Railroad and the heroes involved in this movement. We will incorporate writing skills, food and crafts in our study.

Leaders: Julie Soderlund

Cost: $15

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a 3-ring binder.

Homework: Homework may include book report or weekly writing and reading assignments.

 

Thinking Through Games

In this class, we will have fun playing and studying various aspects of games!  We will play many different types of games such as abstract strategies games (chess), board games, card & tile games, dice & word games, simulation & story-telling games, and educational games. We will use games to learn concepts such as probability, logic, and thinking skills as well as learn the history of games and game making. Students will not only have fun playing all sorts of games but will analyze the strategies going on behind them and make their own game.

Leaders: David Conklin

Cost: $25

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a notebook and pen.

Homework: There will occasional assignments to do at home and an end-of-the semester project to make your own game.

 

Elementary (8-10 years old, 10/16/1997 to 10/15/2000)

2nd Hour

 

Colonial America

Hear ye, hear ye! Travel back to Colonial America for hands-on learning that will make history come alive! We'll be making authentic Colonial crafts and three-dimensional projects like a rope bed with a straw tick, a woven blanket, a dye chart, and city postcards. Lapbook activities will help us explore how America’s colonies began, the Colonial home, clothing, food, school, faith,  medicine, crime and punishment, and holidays. This class is truly a hands-on history class!

Leaders: Dee Dee Vogt, Teri Hooper

Cost: $15

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: None

Homework: Students may have occasional reading assignments.

 

Exploring Little House in the Big Woods

Join us as we travel back in time to settle in the Big Woods with Laura and her family. We'll explore topics ranging from hunting and carving to churning butter and making old-fashioned Christmas gifts. Inspired by Laura, we'll work on writing and illustrating our own autobiographies as well.

Leaders: April Schweitzer

Cost: $15

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a copy of Little House in the Big Woods, by Laura Ingalls Wilder.

Homework: Students will be reading one chapter per week, roughly 15-20 pages each.

 

I Can Do All Things

This is a beginning class on drawing, color and painting.  We will be using the curriculum "I Can Do All Things" by Barry Stebbing.  We will be taking one step at a time, so this class is for anyone who wants to learn how to draw and paint.  Remember, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."  (Philippians 4:13)

Leaders: Loraine Hayes

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a pencil and eraser.

Homework: None

 

Investigate This!

In this beginning research and reports class, students will be introduced to a variety of sources used to complete several simple "file folder reports" in class. Among the sources to be used are: encyclopedias, atlases, articles, biographies and other non-fiction books. The students will learn some practical research skills including: reading with a purpose, using note cards, rough and final drafts and the basics of the bibliography. There will be no homework required for this class, but enthusiasm for the two-week topics will hopefully elicit students to do some at-home research of their own!

Leaders: Ann Brown, Michelle Medina

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: None

Homework: None

 

TKD Exercise

Learn the basics of Tae Kwon Do in a Christian atmosphere. You will learn all the basic kicks, punches, and blocks while exercising and developing flexibility.  Tae Kwon Do pants are included in the cost for the class.

Leaders: Lynn Canna, Ginger Casbon

Cost: $10

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: none

Homework: Students will do some Bible verse memorization each week.

 

United States Presidents

This is a study of the first sixteen presidents as well as a study of America's beginning.  There will be memorization requirements which will earn students patches for a scarf they will receive at the end.  The students will be learning about the Star Spangled Banner, American Flag, what the requirements are for being President, and learning the 42 presidents.  Students will receive a CD which consists of a song that lists the Presidents to aid them in their memorization.

Leaders: Sally Lawson

Cost: $30

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a backpack and pencils.

Homework: Homework should take about 1 1/2 hours each week.

 

Middle School (11-13 years old, 10/16/1994 to 10/15/1997) and High School (14-18 years old, prior to 10/15/1994)

1st Hour

 

Brain Science (Middle School Only)

*Note: This is a repeat of last semester's class.

We will discuss what our brain is, the different parts and how we use them.  Are you right brain, left brain or balanced?  Are you visual, auditory or kinesthetic learner?  Would you like help remembering all of those things your teacher taught?  Would you like to understand why you learn the way you do?  Join us on a journey into your brain to find the answers to these questions.  We will also learn some great study skills, organizational skills and time management based our learning styles.  Let's play some games and learn how to learn.  We will have a blast learning all about how our brains work!

Leaders: Ruby Thornton, Karen Devine

Cost: $3

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need pencils and an inquisitive mind.

Homework: Minimal

 

Creative Writing Workshop (Middle School Only)

Students will have fun while learning to write creatively.  Each week our class time will be divided into three parts:  a group activity to spark ideas (including vegetable sculpting and relay races); a group brainstorming session to fan those ideas into flames; and a quiet time for each student to put his own ideas on paper in a rough draft.   Homework each week will allow students to complete and polish their work.   This lively class will give your students the tools they need to write with confidence, skill and imagination.

Leaders: Elizabeth Hale

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a 3-ring binder, lined paper, pen or pencil.

Homework: Students will complete one short writing assignment per week.

 

Phonics of Drawing (Middle & High School)

Do you LOVE to draw? Would you like to improve your drawing skills? If so, then this is the class for you. We will focus on several drawing foundations such as: blocking in shapes, contour lines, shading, shadows, perspective, negative space, and color theory. Every class will involve drawing for most of the class period. You will be able to add several pieces of artwork to your portfolio. This class requires students who are mature and can concentrate on their work. Some work will be done as a class with everyone working on the same piece, while other lessons will involve your own creativity. We will use primarily charcoal, graphite and colored pencils, and pastels. There will be a project done with a ceramic tile painting in the style of the Impressionists. *Note: This class is similar to a class taught in the spring of 2006, with some project changes.*

Leaders: Lisa Marley

Cost: $40

Maximum # of participants: 14

Materials to bring: Students will need one set of artist quality colored pencils. Prismacolor, Derwent, or Faber Castell are good brands.  Students will also need sharp-pointed scissors.

Homework: none

 

Power Stretching (Middle & High School)

*Note: This is a Girls Only class.

This class is for middle and high school girls who want to learn power stretching techniques that can be useful for strengthening and building flexibility.  We will learn relaxation techniques as we listen to relaxing music and devotionals, which will strengthen our hearts as we strengthen our bodies.

Leaders: Ashley Tanas, Becky Hartman

Cost: $5

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Please wear exercise pants or sweat pants.

Homework: None

 

World of Sports (Middle & High School)

In this class, we will be playing 13 different sports over the course of the semester-- one sport each week.  We will play common sports such as soccer, volleyball, and basketball.  And we will also play less common sports such as disc golf, croquet, bocce ball, horse shoes, and badminton.  This will be a fun and interesting semester, where we will learn about a wide variety of sports and good sportsmanship as well.

Leaders: Meghan Rider

Cost: $10

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need appropriate shoes and clothes, sunscreen and a hat for sunny days when we play outside.

Homework: Each student will each receive a notebook with rules and a brief history of each sport.  Students will need to read over the information for the sport we will be playing before each week.  This should take no more than 30 minutes each week.

 

Worship Band (Middle & High School)

*Note: This is a two-semester class. It will continue in the spring semester.

Worship Band is designed to lead the body of SEEK into a mindset of worship as we begin our day each Thursday!  No instrument or voice instruction is provided.  All participants must be proficient on their instruments.

*Note: Students must be pre-approved for this class! Contact Sandra or Becky.

Leaders: Sandra Erickson, Becky Shedor

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 20

Materials to bring: Students will need a three-ring notebook, paper, pen, and clear plastic sheets for music.

Homework: Students are expected to rehearse music each week.

 

History of the United States (High School Only)

*Note: This is a two-semester class. It will continue in the spring semester.

Covered over four semesters, this “Teaching Company Great Courses” DVD lecture series covers the complete gamut of the history of the United States from the original settling of the New World to the presidency of Bill Clinton. Fall 2008 starts with the initial settling of America through the expansion into the wilderness and covers events through to the War of 1812. Spring 2009 will continue with the second Great Awakening, American romanticism, and culminates with the Civil War.  Fall 2009 will cover the path of Reconstruction, the Transcontinental Railroad, the Indian Wars, and ends with World War I. Finally, Spring 2010 will explore the Great Depression, World War II, and the recent history up to and including Bill Clinton's presidency and the millennium. Two semesters of this history equals one high school credit.  You can sign up for as many semesters as you need for school credit. There will be some historical surprises in these lectures. The focus is on walking you through the history of the United States while providing a complete picture of the social, political, and intellectual environment of the time.

Leaders: Cindi Schwartz

Cost: $30

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a notebook for taking notes during the lecture, a student guidebook (provided the first day of class), and a pen/pencil.

Homework: Students will spend approximately 30-45 minutes each week on student guidebook questions.  Periodically, parents will be provided with quizzes and answer keys to complete at home, if desired.  Students will be expected to come prepared to discuss the prior lectures.

 

Secrets of the World Changers (High School Only)

This class will utilize Jeff Myer’s curriculum, "Secrets of the World Changers." We will also review the book, Do Hard Things by Brett and Alex Harris.  The goal of this class will be to challenge our young adults to step up and become leaders who will make a difference for Christ.

Leaders: Sue Gray

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 20

Materials to bring: Students will need a notebook, binder, pen, and the text, Do Hard Things by Brett and Alex Harris.

Homework: Homework will involve at least 1 hours worth of reading each week.  A semester project requiring students to present and describe a leadership project they have developed and implemented will also be required.

 

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: N/A

 

Middle School (11-13 years old, 10/16/1994 to 10/15/1997) and High School (14-18 years old, prior to 10/15/1994)

2nd Hour

 

Take Your Best Shot: Digital Photography (Middle School Only)

The photos we take today can last a lifetime! If you have ever wanted to improve your pictures and learn how to get the most out of your digital camera, then this is the class for you! We will learn how digital cameras work, how to use some of the features of digital cameras and techniques for improving composition. We'll be posting our pictures online for everyone to enjoy.

Leaders: Craig Hardee

Cost: $25

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need to bring a charged digital camera(3.0 megapixel minimum)to SEEK each week. In addition, students may be asked to bring other materials from home as needed.

Homework: Students will be required to take photos at home and to provide printed photos and CD's with photo files as assigned. The time required to complete the photo homework each week will vary. Also, reading from the provided book, 101 Digital Photo Tips, will be required.

 

WW II: The War that Changed Everything (Middle School Only)

*Note: This is a two-semester class. It will continue in the spring semester.

This extensive study of World War II will cover a full year of material.  This portion of history is full of difficult and complex themes that may be disturbing to some students. Our objective will be to develop a solid biblical understanding of war, defense, and God's sovereignty in the affairs of nations and the world.  We will analyze the issues that led up to and contributed to WWII, identify the major players, key battles, personalities, and events of the war.  We will study racism, ethnocentrism, and their contribution to the war, as well as the Holocaust, and the aftermath, and its implications in our world today. Students will chose several books, from an approved list of titles that will be relevant to our topic.  Titles include The Hiding Place, by Corrie Ten Boom, Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl, by Anne Frank, Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry, The Cay, by Theodore Raylor, The Endless Steppe, by Esther Hautzig, Passage To Freedom, by Ken Muchizuki, and/or other approved titles. This class will involve a fair number of writing assignments, as students research various events, battles, personalities, peoples, and philosophies.  Our class will include the study of geography, historical map creation, building timelines, building military models, watching war films, having guest speakers, and lots of other hands-on- projects and activities to enhance our studies.

Leaders: Casey Biddle, Zina Miller

Cost: $30

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need notebook, pencils, paper, scissors, glue.  Access to the internet for email and research is highly desirable.

Homework: Homework will take up to 2 hours per week and will include reading literature, worksheets, research assignments, as well as a final project.

 

Know your (Bill of) Rights (Middle & High School)

This class will help students to gain a more complete understanding of the first 8 amendments of the Bill of Rights.  They will take that knowledge and be analyze and debate with fellow students to discern if previous, actual court cases were in violation of those rights.  Students will be required to come to class prepared, ready to take notes and share thought-provoking discussion and debate regarding the various cases.

Leaders: Shelli Tillotson, Siobhan Moraski

Cost: $25

Maximum # of participants: 20

Materials to bring: Each week, studentes will need a binder(provided by instructors), writing utensils, and additional lined paper in binder as needed.

Homework: Homework should take approximately 1-2 hours weekly and may include some research.

 

Memory Keepers (Middle & High School)

Join the Memory Keepers class and discover God's hand at work in your life.  Spend the semester creating your own unique scrapbook album complete with journaling.  Each class will begin with a 15-minute devotional, a mini-lesson in scrapbooking, and will conclude with time to work on your own album.  You will bring photos each week pertaning to a specific aspect of your life.  This  class is meant to be tons of fun while providing you with life skills that can also be applied to professional albums throughout your educational and future careers.

*Note:  This class is being taught by Creative Memories Consultants; however, no profit will be made by the teachers.

Leaders: Mindy Black, Stephanie Conklin

Cost: $60 (includes scrapbook, various scrapbooking supplies, and handouts)

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will provide photos for each given topic.  All other supplies are provided.

Homework: Assignments will require approximately 15 minutes per week to complete at home if they are not completed in class.

 

Mock Trial (Middle & High School)

This class will provide an overview of the judicial process as we introduce students to trial procedure and basic law concepts. We will study and practice several cases as we prepare for our culminating dramatic demonstration. We will be preparing an end-of-semester dramatic trial demonstration which will require students to work on opposing teams to prosecute or defend the fictitious case of: "Cinderella vs. the Estate of Padre Mia Tremaine."  This case will allow the students to use their imaginations and talents to develop a dramatic re-enactment of what might happen if Princess Cinderella were to be given her day in court.

Leaders: Sue Gray, Beth Detwiler

Cost: $20

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Participants will need a notebook, binder, and pen.

Homework: Students will be required to study and learn vocabulary and case information for the trials we discuss in class.  We will be preparing an end-of-semester dramatic trial demonstration which will require students to work in teams to prosecute or defend the fictitious case of:"Cinderella vs. the Estate of Padre Mia Tremaine." Students will need to memorize scripts and/or speeches for this presentation.  We will also expect students to find or create costumes and props for this re-enactment.

 

One-Stroke Painting (Middle & High School)

In this class, you will learn the unique One-Stroke method of painting, which lets you blend, shade and highlight all in one stroke, making painting quick and easy.  This method is perfect for beginners as well as those with painting experience.  We will be painting objects such as leaves and flowers, to garden critters.  Each student will receive a set of brushes, paints and practice sheets.  Everyone will be responsible to keep their tools clean and ready for each class.

Leaders: Jessica Roberts

Cost: $35

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students will need a t-shirt or smock, 3-4 paper towel rolls and 1-gallon Ziploc storage bags to carry brushes and paint.

Homework: Students will practice techniques at home.

 

World Religions and Cults (High School Only)

*Note: This is a two-semester class. It will continue in the spring semester.

This course will provide a survey of the major world religions and cults, paying special attention to how they differ with Christianity. World religions that we will discuss include:  Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Native Religions. Cults will include: Jehovah’s Witnesses, Christian Science, Spiritism, Unitarian Universalism, Scientology and others. Class time will consist of a combination of lecture and discussion. Students are expected to complete the assigned reading prior to class and come prepared to discuss the topic. If students are taking this course for High School credit, the professor will recommend a grade based on completion of the reading and participation in classroom discussion.

Leaders: Scott Wylie

Cost: $40 (covers both semesters)

Maximum # of participants: 20

Materials to bring: Participants will need a Bible and pen.

Homework: Homework will involve reading only. Reading will range from 20 to 60 pages per week. There is no other required homework.

 

Yearbook 101 (High School Only)

Do you want to capture your high school memories in a keepsake book to cherish for years to come?  Join us for a how-to class on creating, organizing, planning and preparing this year’s SEEK High School yearbook.  This unique class will cover all the basics, such as photography, layout, and organization using Microsoft Publisher. Help make memories that last a lifetime. Once completed, you will have the opportunity to purchase your own copy.

Leaders: Angela Dupree,

Cost: $25

Maximum # of participants: 16

Materials to bring: Students may use a laptop, if available.

Homework: Homework requirements will include: creating and implementing photography themes, working in small groups to create specific layouts, and journaling each page for your friends and family.

 

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: N/A