Class Dates: 9/20/13 – 11/22/13.
Production 11/22, after
scheduled classes. RSVP for this pot-luck
event nearer the date. Some of our
children will be performing! This is
such a great way to show what they’ve learned to Daddy, Grandma, friend,
etc.
Classes
are held Fridays, 10 weeks, unless
noted. Times are listed in class
description. Classes are
non-refundable, and non-transferrable once registered, unless extreme
circumstances. Thank you for honoring
the program and instructors in this manner.
Held
at: Kensington Church
1825
E. Square Lake Rd.
Troy,
MI 48085
(248)
835-4203
Christ-centered classes, open to all. Registration required in advance. See registration form for details. Classes listed from oldest to youngest in age
(guideline ages), so scroll to find your family’s various needs. Thanks!
Intro to Chemistry – High
School, 12:20,
grades 9th-12th, $58 plus
$15 supply fee
This
class is worth .5 high school science credit. Course includes reading assignments,
definitions, and questions to answer each week at home. During class time we will go over the
assignment done at home and then do a lab related to that topic. Instructor:
Tracy Mitton
Technical
Drawing,
12:20-1:35, ages 13 & up, $78
plus $14 supply fee
Do you love to draw in a technical way? Learn the basics of drafting, creating 2D and
3D drawings in geometric construction and basic perspective. As a final project, draw a building, house,
or interior technical drawing perspective colored with water colors. New and returning students welcome. Instructor:
Carmen Fernandez
Theatre Teens, 12:20, ages 12 & up, $72
Come learn
Scene-Study, Monologues, and Script Analysis with an amazing director,
producer, actor, etc. Act out theatre
games with an emphasis on exploring an actor's approach to creating a
character. Skills studied will be used in production at the end of the
course. New and returning students
welcome. Instructor: Gregory Trzascoma
IMPROV TEENS, 1:30-2:25,
ages 12 & up, $72
Learn a more rigorous exploration of
that great American theatrical tradition, Improv., Historic Overview. Glean from games and exercises for creating
comedic and dramatic characters and scripts, freeing the actor's imagination,
building ensemble, and honing concentration and focus. Skills studied will be used in production at
the end of the course. New and returning
students welcome. Instructor: Gregory Trzascoma
Robotics,
Programming,
10:50, ages 12 & up, $58 plus $10 supply fee, BYO Laptop
In this class we'll program robots to sense inputs
from various types of sensors. These types of sensors include light sensors,
tilt sensors, and switches. We'll also program them to control outputs such as
LEDs, motors, servos, and speakers. New and returning students welcome, we will
continue learning new things each term. Instructor: Jared Piro
Computer Programming with Java, 1:30-2:25, ages 12 &
up, $58, BYO Laptop
In this class we'll learn to write
software using C and C++. These are standard languages usable on all major
operating systems. We'll go over the basics for those who are entirely new, and
we'll go over some of the more advanced concepts for those who are familiar
with programing. New and returning students welcome, we will
continue learning new things each term. Instructor: Jared Piro
Wars of America, 10:50,
ages 12 & up, $58
This class is to show a relevant,
fascinating look at some of the monumental struggles in America's history. How did we get involved? What was at stake?
What context in history, legacy and perhaps most important, moral lessons are
to be learned? This course aims to show the truth of America's overall positive
contributions to World history and when things are worth fighting for. New and
returning students welcome. Instructor: Doug Kuhn
Great Battles in American History, 12:20, ages 12 & up,
$58
A factual insight into how a single
event, individual, or sheer Providence can alter the course of such an
important historical happening as a battle. Each battle will be looked at in its
historical context, influence on the course of war and overall impact on
history itself, for both good or evil. New
and returning students welcome. Instructor: Doug Kuhn
Great American Leaders,
9:50, ages 12 & up, $58
This class will feature a look into
the actual, incredible tales of great men and women who left us our special
legacy here in America. We will delve
into how their character, God-given qualities and beliefs made them who they
were and allowed them to impact history itself. This course intends to teach the true stories
that are often more fantastic than any tall tale could ever be. New and returning students welcome. Instructor: Doug Kuhn
Institute for Excellence
in Writing Level C,
2:00-3:30, 9 weeks, 7th-11th grade,
$104 Learn stylistic techniques, key word outlining, note taking, grammar
review, essay writing, business writing and ACT prep. Students can earn 1/2 credit of high school
composition. Two books are needed:
Student Writing Intensive Handouts C AND Student Writing Intensive Continuation
Course Level C. They can be purchased
from the IEW Website. Note: No class 11/22 (production day) Instructor: Debbye Rheker
The Write Shop I, 12:30-1:50, 9 weeks, 6th-10th grade,
$104 (BYO book)
Students
will learn descriptive, informative and narrative writing. They will focus on
developing a strong topic sentence, body paragraph, closing sentence, and many
stylistic techniques. I also incorporate grammar and editing. The book can be
purchased from the publisher:http://www.writeshop.com/store/proddetail.php?prod=0011 Instructor:
Debbye Rheker
Teen Ceramics, 10:50, ages 12 & up, $72 plus $12 supply fee
Students in
this class will be guided in developing both sculptural and functional ceramic
pieces while learning about clay and handbuilding techniques. Students will be
offered projects that will allow them to explore the material while developing
their own "voice" to put into their pieces. Different pieces are learned each term, so
new or returning students welcome. Instructor: Tracey Priska
Introduction to World
Literature,
10:50, ages 12 & up, $58 plus $2
supply fee
Students
will overview famous works of classical literature from ancient civilizations
through more modern times, reading excerpts and discussing plot, characters,
and themes. Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
Greek and Roman Mythology, 9:50, ages 12 & up, $58 plus $2 supply fee
From
Percy Jackson to the names of the days of the week, our culture is suffused
with references to ancient mythology. This class will expose students to
these stories that still influence Western culture. Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
Chemistry for older Kids, 9:50, ages 11-14, $58 plus $15 supply fee
This
class is a full middle school level Chemistry class. It will include weekly reading assignments
with questions to answer that students must complete at home before coming to
class. In class, we will briefly discuss
the answers to the assignment questions as well as complete a hands-on lab that
relates to the materials studied.
Instructor: Tracy Mitton
Building
More Structures, 12:20,
ages 10-13, $58 plus $10 supply fee
Learn about building structures such as draw
bridges, and then build some as a group.
Use materials like dowels, pipe cleaners, and cardboard to erect smaller
models of some of these structures standing in the real world. New and returning students welcome as
structures change each term.
Instructor: Jared Piro
Pinhole Photography, 12:20-1:45,
8 weeks, ages 10 & up, $48 plus
$12 supply fee
Come learn the
art of Pinhole Photography, discuss the process, and create your own camera out
of refurbished and recycled materials.
Students will experience darkroom work, and the process of developing
photographs before the digital age, and then develop real prints to take
home. Dark room chemicals are used to
process film, if chemical sensitivities are acute, please let instructor
know. Student could still do remainder
of classes and learn tons. Note: no photo class on 9/20 and 10/4. Instructor: Shannon Morais
Computers, Logic Gates, 9:50, ages 10 & up,
$58 + $5 supply fee
Logic gates are the building blocks for all computers. In this class we will learn about and build
gates, like AND, OR, NOT, and others, using basic electronic parts. New and returning students welcome. Instructor:
Jared Piro
Art with Carmen, 9:30-10:45, or
10:50-12:00, ages 9 & up, $78
plus $16 supply fee
Develop your own theme, focusing on your own
inspiration. Use your vision to create a
beautiful piece of art. Draw the ideas,
texture and paint with oil on stretched canvas in this fine arts class. Instructor:
Carmen Fernandez, Architect and Artist
Painting and Drawing, Continued, 9:50, ages 9 & up, $72 plus $16 supply fee
Come learn
more painting and drawing composition with pencils and advance these skills to
new heights. New, returning, and/or
experienced students welcome.
Instructor: Carmen Fernandez 2,
College Graduate and daughter of Carmen Fernandez
Art with Acrylics, 12:20, ages
9 & up, $72 plus $16 supply fee
Young
artists come and make a composition as you learn how to design an original
project and paint with acrylics on canvas.
You’ll be amazed at what your child will bring home! New and returning students welcome. Instructor:
Carmen Fernandez 2, College Graduate and daughter of Carmen Fernandez
Cross Fit, 1:30, ages 9-13, $58
Grow up healthy and
strong with a lifelong love of working out, thus avoiding the common problems
associated with childhood inactivity and obesity!
Children will push, pull, run, throw, climb, lift, jump,
effectively and safely, regardless of whether or not they play athletics. During this program, the coach will educate
your child on the importance of making their bodies powerful, enriching their minds, building strong character, creating rewarding experiences, and developing a sense
of pride. We require that kids wear tennis shoes for
this program. Parents welcome! New and
returning students welcome. Instructor: Jeremey Ouellette
Chemistry for Kids, 10:50, ages 9-12, $58 plus $8 supply fee
In
this class, students will learn most of the concepts of Chemistry in a simple,
hands-on manner. Students will have a
short, optional reading assignment that they can complete at home each week before
class on Friday. In class, we will
briefly review the assignment and then do hands on labs that demonstrates the
topic. Instructor: Tracey Mitton
Geometry through Sewing,
1:30, ages 9 & up, $72 plus
fabric purchase
Learn how
to make custom fitted flat patterns using geometry. Projects to be made are a circle skirt,
pencil skirt, and flair (if time allows).
Required tools for this class:
Sewing machine that works, thread, pins, fabric scissors, measuring
tape, and purchase of your own material (not by first week, will discuss types
of fabrics first). Instructor, Tessa
Hawkes
IMPROV STARTERS, 10:50,
ages 8 – 12, $72
Games and exercises for creating comedic and dramatic characters
and scripts, freeing the actor's imagination, building ensemble, and honing
concentration and focus. Skills studied will be used in production at the end
of the course. New and returning students
welcome. Instructor: Greg Trzaskoma
How to Sew, 9:50,
ages 8 & up, $72 plus fabric and
$5
Learn how
to ready a pattern and follow its directions in this sewing class. We will make a bag to take home, along with
great knowledge of how to sew, how to sew a button hole or zipper, and how to purchase
enough material and notions. Required
tools for this class: Sewing machine
that works, thread, pins, fabric scissors, measuring tape. Instructor:
Tessa Hawkes
Sing Out! 12:20, ages 8 and up, $58 plus $10
If you enjoy singing and dancing like Glee,
American Idol, High School Musical, and The Sing-Off, then this
class is for you. We will learn to sing
and dance while having a great time. Even
if you’ve never been in a show choir before, this class is for you! This summer, Sing Out even performed in the 4H
fair! Students may have opportunities to
sing at other local events in the community.
Come dressed for movement. New
and returning students welcome. Instructor:
Gina Holben
Creative Photography, 10:50, 8
weeks, ages 8 & up, $48 plus $5 supply.
BYO camera
Come learn some
basic camera fundamentals of composition, including rule of thirds, artistic
elements of lighting and creative perspectives. It’s all about being creative. Students will be assigned a photo project
every week which we will discuss as a class together. Required:
a working digital camera and 2 empty, clearly labeled SD cards brought
to class weekly. Basic editing
will be taught using Picasa 3 and uploaded to a class page on the web every
week. Parental involvement may be
required on assignments and downloading images to the web. New or returning students welcome. Note:
no photo class on 9/20 and 10/4. Instructor: Shannon Morais
Greek Mythology Jr., 12:30-1:25, ages 8-12, $58 plus $5 supply fee
Who
was Zeus? What is a minotaur? What does a chubby baby shooting
people with arrows have to do with love? This class will help answer some
of those questions as students explore the mythology of Ancient Greece and Rome.
Learn greek myth in a fun way, including activities and crafts.
Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
Group Piano Lesson, 10:50, ages 8 and up, $58 plus $8 supply fee (+optional
CD is $10)
Ever
wanted to learn to play the piano? Learn in an easy, fun way with a
group! We will learn the letters on the piano, how to sit, hold your
fingers, to read music, all while having a lot of fun! No experience
necessary. If you have a portable keyboard to bring to class, that would
be helpful, but not necessary. Instructor: Gina Holben
Guitar, Group Lessons, 12:20, ages 8 & up, $72
A group guitar class including tuning, notation,
chords, strumming patterns, and more!
Beginners and beyond are welcome.
Acoustic/electric reviewed. Bring
your own guitar, or recommendations for rental are available. New and returning students always
welcome. Instructor: Neal Wright
Hip Hop! Intermediate and Up, 10:50, ages 8 & up, $72
Experience requested. Let’s move!
An awesome class for all, with clean lyrics! In hip-hop we will be focusing on the rhythm
and the beat of the music, coordinating our movements to go with that beat, and
incorporating other styles of dance.
Please wear comfortable fitting shorts/pants and t-shirts with clean
tennis shoes or jazz shoes. Instructor: Jennifer Combs
Hip Hop/Broadway, 9:50, ages 8 & up, $72
An awesome class for all, with clean lyrics! Move to Hip Hop and Broadway style pieces and
perform songs from Broadway hits. Please
wear comfortable fitting shorts/pants and t-shirts with clean tennis shoes or
jazz shoes. New and returning students
welcome. Instructor: Jennifer Combs
Intermediate Chess Class, 12:20, ages 7-14, 9 weeks, $54 plus $10
If
students have taken chess class with Alexander before, they should take this
class. We will review in order to assess
how well students remember previous material, and then we will delve into
complicated ideas such as opening theory, long forced checkmates, and
combinations. Chess sets and clocks
provided. Workbook is $10. If students still have theirs from a previous
session they do not need to purchase another.
Note: No class 10/18. Instructor: Alexander Deatrick, US Chess
Expert
Beginner Chess Class, 1:35-2:20, ages 7-14, 9 weeks, $54 plus $10 workbook
Each
class will involve playing chess with instructor giving advice, group
instruction of chess tactics, and introduction of tournament rules. Students will learn the proper use of a chess
clock and how to record a chess game. Homework of 15 minutes per week will be given.
Chess sets and clocks provided. Appropriate for students who know how to play
chess, but have never taken a class and for students who have never played
before. Note: No class 10/18. Instructor: Alexander Deatrick, US Chess
Expert
Young Scientists, Rocks
and Minerals,
12:20, ages 7-11, $58 plus $2 supply
fee
Through
lots of hands on activities we will learn about the three types of rock that
make up the Earth’s Crust. We will also
learn about the rock cycle and the differences between rocks and minerals. Instructor:
Rachel Mahrle
Cross Fit
Kids,
9:50, ages 6-11, $58
Grow up healthy and
strong with a lifelong love of working out, thus avoiding the common problems
associated with childhood inactivity and obesity!
Children will push, pull, run, throw, climb, lift, jump,
effectively and safely, regardless of whether or not they play athletics. During this program, the coach will educate
your child on the importance of making their bodies powerful, enriching their minds, building strong character, creating rewarding experiences, and developing a sense
of pride. We require that kids wear tennis shoes for
this program. Parents welcome! New and returning students welcome. Instructor:
Jeremey Ouellette
Contemporary
Jazz,
12:20, ages 6 & up, $72
From Broadway to the movies, jazz can be found
anywhere. Come and learn some fun steps
which will create awesome, full-length dances.
We will dance and get some energy out! Attire: Girls - “yoga” pants or tights and leotard,
jazz or ballet shoes. Boys - t-shirt and
athletic shorts, jazz or ballet shoes.
All long hair pulled back securely, please no hair in face. New and returning students welcome. Instructor:
Jennifer Combs
Watercolor
and Oil Pastels,
10:50, ages 6 -11, $72 plus $16 supply fee
Young artists, come learn how to make a
composition from a model of fruits, flowers, and objects with different medium
tricks and techniques. New and returning
students welcome. New and returning
students welcome. Instructor: Carmen Fernandez 2 (College graduate,
daughter of Carmen Fernandez)
Intermediate Tap, 10:50,
ages 6 & up, $58
Children
that have had at least one full year of Tap and are preparing to learn more
complicated tap steps will enjoy this fast-paced class. Tap dancing encourages rhythm,
synchronization, precision, and teamwork.
Dress ready to dance, but no long bell bottomed pants or dresses/skirts
that fall under the knee, please. Long
hair should be pulled back securely. New
and returning students welcome. Tap shoes
are required. Instructor may have a pair
you can borrow for the term. Instructor: Deanna Irwin
Youth
Ceramics,
9:50, ages 6–11, $72 plus $12 supply
fee
In this
class students learn how to shape clay using basic handbuilding techniques. We
will be exploring the use of slabs, coils and pinch pots to make both
functional and sculptural pieces and allowing room for personal
exploration & discovery. New and
returning students welcome. Instructor: Tracey Priska
Theatre Kidz, 9:50,
ages 6-12, $72
Come learn
theatre games and exercises for young actors with an amazing director,
producer, actor, etc. Act out theatre
games. Skills studied will be used in production at the end of the
course. New and returning students
welcome. Instructor: Gregory Trzascoma
Ballet, Tap, and Modern, 9:50,
ages 6 & up, $58
Beginners
and intermediate welcome! We will devote
thirds of the class time to tap, ballet, and modern dance. Students have the
choice of wearing street clothes or dance attire. Tap shoes and ballet shoes
are required, but instructor may have ones you can borrow for the term. Instructor:
Deanna Irwin
Spanish Enrichment, 10:50, ages 8-12, $58
Enrich
your child with a foreign language spoken by more than 52 million people in the
U.S. alone! Students will learn in a
fun, easy, and interesting way with visuals, games, books, etc. Whether your child knows a little Spanish or
a lot, they will enjoy this class.
Formerly from Guatemala, been here since 1996, a U.S. citizen, and
giving back in the community by teaching others her mother tongue. Her motto, “Learn a little, use it a lot,”
will help students grow in their new Spanish language. Instructor, Carolina Hood
French for
Kids,
10:50, ages 5-11, $58 plus $4 supply
fee
New and Returning Students: Come
learn, understand, and ultimately speak a new language. These adventure-filled lessons incorporate
storytelling, music, movement, art and dramatic play. Parents are welcome
to join in on the learning fun, but are not required to do so. Instructor: Roseanna Ondra
Science! The Solar System, 10:50, ages 6-9, $58 plus $8 supply fee
Each
week we will take an imaginary journey to a new planet and learn basic facts
about it. During the 10 week course we will also be working on a model of the
Solar System and booklet for your child to take home. Instructor: Rachel Mahrle
Private or Semi-Private Piano Lesson, ages 6 to 100, $17.50/lesson, see below for times.
Learn how to read notes, play songs by
ear, music theory, piano technique, and even create your own song! Gina Holben has a Master’s Degree in Music
Education and 15 years of experience teaching piano. Please bring a Portable
Piano Keyboard to class. New and returning students welcome, or share this
class with a friend! Please note time
desired. If your time is approved, you
will receive confirmation. 9 weeks, 1:20-1:50,
1:50-2:20, or 2:20-2:50 at $157 total, 30 minute lessons. Payment plan can be made. Instructor: Gina Holben
American History with
Felicity,
10:50, ages 6 & up, $58 plus $6 supply fee
Each
week we will read and encompass a portion of "Meet Felicity" the
American girl who grew up during the revolutionary time period. We will
make horn books as a class and learn about schooling during the time period,
listen to music from the era and even study horses. The final class will
include a tea party using "tax-free" raspberry tea made popular after
the Boston Tea Party. Instructor:
Jo Anne Kroll
Folk Tales from Around the
World, 12:20,
ages 5-10, $58 plus $3 supply fee
Students
will explore lively tales from at least ten different nations from Europe to
Africa to Asia, followed by a craft or activity each week.
Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
Baton Twirling, 1:30-2:25, ages 5 & up, $58 (BYO Baton)
This
class will focus on the best of baton- routines! We will learn the basics
and work together as a class to combine them into fun and memorable routines,
and perform a routine in the fall production. This is a great way to have
fun together as a team while learning a skill that can also be performed solo. Batons
required. Instructor: Jo Anne
Kroll
We’ve Got the Beat! 9:50, ages 5-9, $58 plus $5 supply fee
Music,
rhythm and fun combine together in this class! Students will sing, dance, play
instruments, play games, and have a great time, all while learning the basics
of music! The material is new every semester, so feel free to sign your child
up again and again! This class will perform for parents in a class or may
perform at production. Instructor: Gina Holben
Chemistry Fun! 1:30-2:25, ages 5-8, $58 plus $8 supply fee
In
this class students will do fun, simple experiments that will get them excited
about science and some of the chemical reactions that God designed to make our
world work. Instructor: Tracy Mitton
Spanish Fun, 9:50, ages 5-9, $58
Enrich
your child with a foreign language spoken by more than 52 million people in the
U.S. alone! Students will learn in a
fun, easy, and interesting way with visuals, games, books, etc. Whether your child knows a little Spanish or
a lot, they will enjoy this class. Formerly
from Guatemala, here since 1996, a U.S. citizen, and giving back in the
community by teaching others her mother tongue.
Her motto, “Learn a little, use it a lot,” will help students grow in
their new Spanish language. Instructor,
Carolina Hood
My First Science Class, 12:20,
ages 3-6, $58 plus $5 supply fee
Your
child(ren) will have fun through discovery, in a science class designed just
for them. Students will discover more
about their everyday world, using age-appropriate and safe items. Instructor:
Roseanna Ondra
Tots Ballet, 1:20-1:50, ages 3-6, $72
Tots Ballet is an adorable class for young
children who may or may not have experience in dance. Ballet technique is the foundation for every
style of dance; jazz, modern, ballroom, and even hip-hop! Girls: Pink or black Leotard, Pink or white
Tights, Ballet Shoes. Boys: White
T-Shirt, black light cotton pants (no sweats), ballet shoes. All long hair pulled back securely in a
ponytail or bun, please no hair in face.
Instructor: Jennifer Combs
Cooking ART! 10:50, ages 3-6, $58 plus $15 supply fee
It’s
back! Edible art for young children! We will use the book by the same name as this
class as our guide. Kids will create
edible masterpieces. Creating with food
often entices children to be more adventurous and try new foods. We will do just that in this class. Our works of art will range from the healthy
to the not so healthy, with a good balance of both. Instructor:
Sonyia Pfeiffer
More
Adventures in Literature, 10:50, ages 3–6,
$58
Each week we'll enjoy the adventures of a classic
children's book, and then enjoy activities that go along with our story.
We'll play games, create art projects and explore social
studies, math and science concepts from the story. Always a new subject, every term! Instructor:
Amanda Gehrke
Tiny Tot Tap, 12:20,
ages 3-6, $58
This fun
class will give young children the feel of making music with their feet!
Children will learn several tap routines to fun rhymes and music, and will
learn a performance danse for the production!
Street clothes or dance attire are both acceptable. Long hair should be secured out of face.
Any color tap shoes are required, but instructor may have a pair your
student can borrow for the term. New and
returning students welcome! Instructor: Deanna Irwin
Math ARTS! 9:50, Ages 3-6, $58 plus $10 supply fee
We
will complete creative art experiences that encourage children's natural
development of math concepts. Using
hands on activities, children will learn essential math skills of sorting,
matching, counting, measuring, and much more.
Students will work as individuals, partners, and groups. Instructor:
Sonyia Pfeiffer
Broadway Babies, 12:20, ages 3-5, $58
Combine
music, dance and drama into one class. We will sing songs, play with
instruments and learn the basics of dance for theater. In class we will
act out Bible stories and songs to learn some of the basics of drama.
This class is for the youngest performer and will be adapted to meet the
needs of the students in the class. The primary goal is feeling
comfortable on stage and having a great time. Parents are welcome to
attend with their children to make this class a great experience.
Instructor: Jo Anne Kroll
French for
Parents & Tots,
9:50, ages 2-6, $58 + $4 supply fee
New and Returning Students: Come learn
in a full-immersion French class through a variety of proven methods to teach
kids to understand, and ultimately speak, a new language. These adventure-filled lessons incorporate
storytelling, music, movement, art and dramatic play. Basic grammar will also be introduced at the Elementary
Level. Instructor: Roseanna Ondra
Parent/Tot Room, available
to all, from 9:50-1:15! Join each other
in community!
Concerned: Special Needs or Allergies? Your child is welcome! Many classes conform to your child’s needs. Feel free to ask.
Contact Tricia Ouellette,
coordinator, with any questions or concerns at:
