Preschool
2-4 year olds - $ 20.00
for the semester per hour (That equals $1.67 a class!)
Parents
will be asked to take turns bringing snacks. Preschool will
be a time when the children will have free time to learn to
play well with others. We will read books and do some activities.
ART
1 - CLOSED
Kinder
- 3rd grade - $ 45.00 for the semester (That equals $3.75 a
class!)
Learning
about visual composition through a variety of media and processes,
mostly hands on (and messy). There will be exposure to art
history too. BHLC has applied for a grant to make a garden
for the Friends Meeting House. If we are accepted, some art
projects will be environment friendly and will be used in
the garden.
About
the facilitator:
Cynthia R.
Eco
Class
All
ages - $ 35.00 for the semester (That equals $2.92 a class!)
This
class will have different speakers from the community come
and talk about the environment and how if effects all of us.
The last few weeks of class, Kim and Lynne will seperate the
students into more age appropriate groups. In these groups,
the students
do activities and possibly help plan a garden area.
About
the facilitators: Kim
N.has been a Home School Parent for 11 years. Business Ravenwood
Center which includes partnership with Organic Land . ECO
HEART Program bings Eclectic mix of Environmental Education
for Earth Awareness and Exploratory sensory Development though
Curriculum , Visualization and Eco Arts. 4 years as Educational
Kids Coordinator with the BlueGrass Green Expo in Lexington,Ky.
Lynne
S. went to BGSU and EKU studying Environmental Education and
Outdoor Recreation. She has worked at the Cincinnati Zoo,
Farbache Warner Nature Preserve, Camp Lapham (Boys and Girls
Camp Inc),and Union Church in Berea. She has also done volunteer
work for Heifer International, Kentuckians for the Commonwealth,
and the Kentucky Environmental Foundation.
Public
Speaking
3rd grade & up -$ 35.00 for the semester (That equals $2.92
a class!)
The
students will learn how to do what most of us dread - speaking
in public. We will learn how to organize our thoughts and
speech, as well as listening. The importance of one's voice,
vocabulary and gestures will also be a topic of multiple classes.
Throughout the class, each student will receive one on one
coaching on how to do their best when speaking in public.
About
the facilitator: Sherrie
G. has been an Entrepreneur for over 25 yrs. with a strong
passion for communication and Leadership. A born Life Coach,
with a mission to help people succeed in life, and develop
positive attitudes in communication which fosters self confidence
and personal growth.
Beginning
Pickin', Grinnin', Shreddin, Playin' Guitar CLOSED
**Returning guitar students
ONLY**
Ages
9 and up - $ 35.00 for the semester (That equals $2.92 a class!)
Fundamentals of the Guitar as an Instrument. Application of
standard musical notation to the guitar. Playing along with
a beat. Chords and songs. Beginning ear training. My main
focus is to make this FUN. Along the way, we'll be reading
music as well as learning to play some songs. I'll do my best
to make them songs the kids care about.
It
has been my experience that little hands have to grow to a
certain point to have sufficient strength to fret the instrument.
Jumping in too soon makes for a frustrating (and not FUN)
experience. As such, I'm going to limit the class to 9 years
of age and older.
Students
who are not beginners, please contact wendi@my-BHLC.org so
we can schedule a more one on one lesson.Outside class:15-20
minutes of daily practice should suffice for the younger kids.
For the older kids, 30-40 would be better. Skronking for fun
is allowed anytime (and encouraged) but does not count as
a practice session.
About
the facilitator:
Ed F. began playing guitar in the 4th grade and has studied
classical technique, ear training, and has played in several
different "for money" situations from restaurant
classical "mood setting" to college alt. rock bands
to a band that played "both kinds of music - Country
AND Western. He has had students on a few occasions and is
currently teaching my son Evan. For hisown musical enjoyment,
he is currently working on original material for a self produced
cd.
Jr.
Great Books - 4th
Series 4
(9-10 year olds) - $ 35.00 for the semester *includes book*
(That equals $2.92 a class!)
Each week, students
will participate in Shared Inquiry Discussion about the week’s
story. From the Teacher’s manual, “In this activity,
students focus on a substantial problem of meaning in the
story. Guided by the leader’s questions, they build
well-supported interpretations in an atmosphere of cooperation.
They will lean to weigh merits of opposing arguments and modify
their initial opinions. By trying out and testing ideas, students
also learn that the best interpretations are those that can
be explained and supported with textual evidence.”
Outside Work:
There will be some outside homework, probably no more than
an hour a week.
About the facilitator: Linda D.
Intro
to Violin CLOSED
4th and up - $ 40.00 for the semester
* price includes book * (That equals $3.33 a class!)
Introduction
to the Violin
This class is for those who would like to give the violin
a try. We will start from the beginning with how to hold the
instrument, care for it, and use the bow. Then we will progress
to playing as a group. We will also learn about music and
start to learn to read Music in the Treble Cleff. Most of
all, we will have lots of fun as we learn together. Students
will need a violin in order to participate.
About
the facilitator: Katie
H. is a Homeschool Mom who has played the violin since the
age of 8. She went to College on a Violin Scholarship and
has taught private violin lessons and an elemetary Orchestra
for several years. This is also her 3rd year teaching Music
for the Theater.
Finance
Middle
& Upper $ 40.00 for the semester *includes book* (That equals
$3.33 a class!)
Dave
Ramsey's Foundations in Personal Finance is the premier curriculum
for teaching high school and college students about money.
The curriculum was designed by teachers for teachers and can
be used as a primary or supplemental resource. The curriculum
reinforces 21st century learning skills through activities
requiring students to analyze, integrate and apply new information
to real-life problems and activities. Material is presented
in an interactive format, requiring students to take an active
role while watching lessons. Our goal is to equip students
with the skills and knowledge needed to make sound financial
decisions for life.
For
more information visit http://www.daveramsey.com/school/index.cfm?event=dspHighSchool
*This
class is designed for Upper but older Middle students could
take this class at their parent's discretion.
Outside
class: There will be assignments that will have to be
completed outside class each week.
About
the facilitator:
Mandy R. and her husband have been Dave Ramsey followers for
3 years. Since their first Financial Peace class in2005, she
has taught the class twice for her church.
Music
CLOSED
Kinder - 2nd - $ 60.00 for the semester
(That equals $5.00 a class!)
Students
will explore musical concepts such as melody, rhythm, and
mood through music and movement activities. They will participate
in the creation of simple rhythm instruments and use them
as a part of the class. American folk song and dance will
be incorporated throughout the session. To allow students
to showcase their musical growth to their families, there
will be an informal performance during the last class of the
session.
About
the facilitator: Ms.
Amber Ramsay has a Master of Arts in Teaching degree from
Eastern Kentucky University. She took piano lessons for 11
years and pursued a music minor at Toccoa Falls College. At
Toccoa Falls, she took a piano pedagogy class and worked in
the campus Community Music School, teaching children under
the supervision of music professors. In addition, she participated
in several ensembles, including choir, band, and a music/drama
performance team. Ms. Ramsay currently teaches piano lessons
to 30 students of all ages. She serves on the worship team
at her church as well.
Jr.
Great Books - 2nd
Series 2
(8-9 year olds) - $ 35.00 for the semester *includes book* (That
equals $2.92 a class!)
Each week, students
will participate in Shared Inquiry Discussion about the week’s
story. From the Teacher’s manual, “In this activity,
students focus on a substantial problem of meaning in the
story. Guided by the leader’s questions, they build
well-supported interpretations in an atmosphere of cooperation.
They will lean to weigh merits of opposing arguments and modify
their initial opinions. By trying out and testing ideas, students
also learn that the best interpretations are those that can
be explained and supported with textual evidence.”
Outside Work:
There will be some outside homework, probably no more than
an hour a week.
About the facilitator: Rene T.
ART
2
4th and up - $ 45.00 for the semester
* price includes materials* (That equals $3.75 a class!)
Learning
about the visual world by learning and practicing the fundamentals.
There will be a focus on composition as we look at the history
of art. Seeing and drawing the world as it is especially through
basic perspective will be a part of this class. If
we are accepted, some art projects will be environment friendly
and will be used in the garden.
About
the facilitator:
Cynthia K.
Science
Middle-$
40.00 for the semester (That equals $3.33 a class!)
Due
to the amount of information that needs to be covered, this
will be a two semester class. However, semester 1 and semester
2 are not be dependent on each other.
This class will cover the major topics in middle school science.
All material will be appropriate for grades 6 through 8 although
5th graders will be accepted if they are ready for middle
school material. The class will cover topics like geology,
space, chemistry basics, physics basics, evolution, and the
science required for the different areas of Forensic Science.
Class experiments will be performed as time and space permits.
This class will be a fun and fast-paced look at topics generally
covered during the middle school years. Students should be
able to take notes and organize their materials.
No grades will be kept and no tests given. Materials will
be in the form of worksheets. Students will be expected to
take notes. Note-taking and material organization will be
a part of this class.
About
the facilitator:
Donna B. has three children ages 16, 13, and 11. The youngest
is currently being homeschooled. She has three degrees: a
BS in Forensic Anthropology, a BS in Forensic Science, and
a BA in chemistry. Her experience in teaching includes substitute
teaching for Fayette County schools and tutoring middle and
highschool students in math and science. She is from Lexington
and has been married for 20 years.
Chess
- CLOSED
All
ages - $ 15.00 for the semester (That equals $1.25 a class!)
Beginners
will be taught how to play chess, the pieces and their movements.
More advanced players will be paired with others to work on
strategy. We will work on ways to get out of situations using
a certain number of moves as well as some fun twists on the
game. You can bring your own board or use one provided.
About
the facilitator:
Chuck C. has a B.A. in Journalism and an M.S. in Accounting.
He is the Web Coordinator for UK HealthCare. He was the Cubmaster
for Pack 30 from 2003 – 2008 and continues to help the
Pack in various positions. He and his wife, Linda, have been
homeschooling their sons, Phillip, 12, and Scott, 9, for the
past four years.
Eco
Media
Middle
& Upper - $ 35.00 for the semester (That equals $2.92 a
class!)
Inspired
by a possible ECO ARTS Grant funding .This class will consist
of watching other Environmental Documentary, discussion on
making Documentary and Practice on interview skills. A video
will be made and edited from footage filmed of other coop
classes, including Eco arts, Environmental Education, Theater
Spring Production and the Development of Quaker Space Green
space , in which the Environmental Education Class will help
create and install. (Dependent on Grant)
Utilizing partnerships with Clear Creek Festival team And
other community Resources such as BlueGrass Green Expo.
About
the facilitator: Kim N-M. has been a Home School
Parent for 11 years. Business Ravenwood Center which includes
partnership with Organic Land . ECO HEART Program bings Eclectic
mix of Environmental Education for Earth Awareness and Exploratory
sensory Development though Curriculum , Visualization and
Eco Arts. 4 years as Educational Kids Coordinator with the
BlueGrass Green Expo in Lexington,Ky
Theatre
CLOSED
*Returning
Theatre students ONLY*
Grade
1 & up - $50.00 per semester (this IS a 2 semester class)
This
year we will be SURFIN'! The play this year is called WIPEOUT
and is a surfing, beach musical. In theatre, we will be learning
how to portray emotions without using words, etc. For fun
we will be learning some surfer lingo and about The Beach
Boys (because they are mentioned throughout the play.)Anyone
can join theatre, everyone that wants one will have a speaking
part. If you are new to theatre and a little shy, if you just
want to be in the play but not have a speaking part, that's
ok too!
*Please
be aware that your child will have to do a lot of sitting
quietly during A LOT of practices.
This
is a 2 semester class. If you join please be aware that you
are making the commitment to take the class in the Spring
also. When we get closer to the performance, we will have
extra practice and the last week is a CRAZY week where we
practice A LOT! Every parent is required to join a comittee
for theatre. Most of the costumes are included in the tuition,
as are the cast party, goody bags, and a cast t-shirt.
Outside
work: There will be A LOT of practicing music and memorizing
lines at home.
Journalism
Club
Upper
Primary & Middle - $5.00
This
class will not meet every week. Most work will be done at
home and through email. We will have monthly newsletters for
which each member will be expected to write 2- 3 articles
(which they agree on with the facilitator) monthly.
