Class
Dates: 1/24/14 – 3/28/14.
Held at: Kensington Church
1825 E. Square Lake
Rd.
Troy, MI 48085
(248)
835-4203
Times are listed in class
description. Production 3/28, 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 in
description.
* In case of inclement
weather, please see Troy Schools for closings. If they are closed for weather, so are
we, as our building is on their schedule of weather closings. We are not on their schedule for days
off or vacations.
* Classes are
non-refundable and non-transferrable once registered, unless
extreme circumstances. Thank you
for honoring the program and instructors in this manner.
* Registration is required
in advance to ensure your child’s placement, to ensure classes run, and to
prepare the instructor for their class.
Enrollment is based on first come, first serve basis. See registration form for
details.
* Christ-centered
instruction, open to all.
Classes are listed from oldest to youngest in age (guideline
ages), so scroll to find your family’s various needs. Thanks!
Technical
Drawing,
1:45-3:00, ages 13 & up, 9
weeks, $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. Note: No class 3/28 (production day)
Instructor: Carmen
Fernandez
Algebra
in Reverse,
10:50, ages 13 & up, $58 plus $2
supply fee
In
this class we will start by working on a solid foundation of fractions and prime
numbers, and move on to equations, inequalities, and systems. We will do problems in class instead of
at home. This is not to replace
your home studies, but to have fun and enhance your learning in the Algebraic
Math form. Instructor: Jared Piro
Art with Carmen,
Self-Portrait, 10:50-12:00, ages 12 & up, $78 plus $16 supply
fee
Get to know yourself
through art. What Season do you
relate to as you make your self-portrait?
Artists will have the opportunity to learn how to draw faces and the
human figure, as they reflect creatively with the season they identify
with. Draw the ideas, texture and
paint with oil on stretched canvas in this fine arts class. Instructor: Carmen Fernandez, Architect and Artist
Literature Class, The
Giver,
9:50, ages 12 & up, $58 (BYO
book)
Students will read this
book together and discuss the themes of what makes a perfect society. Content is shocking (not for sex or
language), discussion of dystopian literature, how to deal with bad memories,
etc. A movie based on this book is
slated to be released in August of this year. Bring your own book to class
weekly. Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
Theatre Teens,
12:20,
ages 12 & up,
$72
Theatre
couldn’t be more fun! Work through
games with an emphasis on exploring an actor’s approach to creating a character,
script analysis and scene study leading to performance of a brief play in the E
Hub Production! New
and returning students welcome to this amazing class with a fantastic
producer/director/actor. Instructor: Gregory
Trzascoma
IMPROV
TEENS,
1:30-2:25, ages 12 & up, 9
weeks, $68
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. Note: No class 3/28 (production day). Instructor: Gregory Trzascoma
The
Dark Genius of Edgar Allen Poe,
12:20-1:15, ages 12 & up,
$58
A
romantic period American author, poet, editor, and literary critic best known
for his tales of mystery, Poe brings much to discuss in literature. Students will discuss and explore the
poetry and short stories of this famous writer. Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
Music
Production
(think Dubstep), 12:20-1:15, ages 12
& up, $86
Learn how to record and
compose music on state of the art equipment that DJ's, live performers and
studio engineers use. You’ll be
blown away at what you can produce!
Instructor: homeschool
graduate and artist, Paul Brymer
Computer
Programming with PYTHON,
1:30-2:25, ages 12 & up, 9
weeks, $56, BYO Laptop
Python
is a programming language that can be used on all major operating systems and on
a variety of devices. Unlike
languages like C or Java, Python is considered a script language. It is designed to be simple,
general-purpose, and easy to use, so as to simplify tasks that would be more
complicated in other languages.
In this
class we will review and use this great program. Note: No class 3/28 (production day) Instructor: Jared Piro
Institute for Excellence
in Writing Level C, Cont. 2:00-3:30, 9 weeks, 7th-11th gr,
$99 Learn the continuation of stylistic techniques, key word outlining, note
taking, grammar review, essay writing, business writing and ACT prep. Students can finish earning 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 3/28
(production day) Instructor: Debbye
Rheker
Robotics, Programming
(cars),
12:20, ages 12 & up, $58 plus $10 supply
fee, BYO
Laptop
In this class we'll use
motors to propel small vehicles, and learn ways to control them using either
switches or programmable microchips.
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
Take 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
Young
Adult Entrepreneurs
10:50, ages 12 & up,
$58
Study
entrepreneurship and the principles of financial wizard, Dave Ramsey, while
learning important skills in the area of money handling. Learn how to keep track of money,
forecast and budget, balance a checkbook and realize the true cost of debt. Students will also create a mock
business; track its finances, income/expenses and a subsequent profit and loss
statement. Instructor: Amy
Boyer
Great
Battles of 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
Song
Composition, 9:50-10:45, ages 10 & up, $86
Learn the do's
and don'ts of music, why we have a chorus, verses, etc., and how to use
your personal creativity to make a song work. Have fun discovering what a song is to
you, and seeing the uniqueness you can bring to the world through music. Instructor: homeschool graduate and artist Paul
Brymer
Candy
Making,
9:50-10:45, ages 10 & up, $58
plus $28 supply fee
From our fantastic Cake
Decorating instructor, learn the basics of candy making. Process will include how to work
with candy, using molds, dipping, molding candy clay and more. Each week student will take home their
completed project. Instructor: Cindy Giraud
Myth
Debunkers, 9:50-10:45, ages 9 & up, $58 +
$5
In this class, we will be
conducting new experiments to determine if things we’ve accepted as fact are
really true. Patterned after the
Discovery Channel hit series, “Myth Busters” (less the explosives) but on a
smaller scale. We will teach
accepted scientific methods for conducting experiments and analyzing data. Instructor: Jared Piro
Art with Carmen, 4
Seasons,
9:30-10:45, ages 9 & up, $78
plus $18 supply
Artists will have the
opportunity to create and design on 4 canvases a picture that will reflect the
four seasons as they learn to mix the colors of each one! Draw the ideas, texture and paint with
oil on stretched canvas in this fine arts class. Instructor: Carmen Fernandez, Architect and Artist
Art with Carmen,
Acrylics,
12:20-1:35, ages 9 & up, $78
plus $16 supply fee
A season to remember! Learn or continue to learn how to work
in acrylic technique, using acrylics to create textures that will reflect the
four seasons. Draw the ideas,
texture and paint with acrylics on stretched canvas in this fine arts
class. Instructor: Carmen Fernandez, Architect and Artist
Cross Fit, 1:30-2:25, ages 9-13, 9 weeks,
$56
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.
Note: No class 3/28 (production day) Instructor: Jeremey Ouellette
Recorder
Karate,
1:30-2:25, ages 9 & up, $56 plus
$5, BYO Recorder
Recorders: just
about everyone has one, but no one knows how to play it! Are you tired of
just squeaking on your recorder? Do you want to learn an instrument that
will help you with most band instruments? Do you want to learn the basics
of note reading? Recorder Karate
will teach the basics of how to play the recorder, while having fun, being
competitive, and earning belts for your recorder! Note: No class 3/28 (production day). Instructor: Regina Holben
Machine
Sew,
1:30-2:30, ages 8 & up, $67 plus
fabric (BELOW) and $15
Learn
how to ready a pattern and follow its directions in this sewing class. We will make a wonder bag to take home,
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along
with great knowledge of how to sew.
Required tools for this
class: Sewing machine that
works, thread, pins, fabric scissors, measuring tape. Purchase ahead and bring to FIRST
class: 1 ½ yards of 100% cotton
(color A), 1 ½ yards of coordinating cotton fabric (color B). Fabric brought to class the first day
MUST be WASHED, DRIED (with NO Fabric softener) and IRONED well. No exceptions. Thank you. Note: No class 3/28 (production day). Instructor: Tessa Hawkes
IMPROV
STARTERS,
10:50, ages 8–13,
$72
Come
explore the historic overview, and a rigorous exploration of that great American
theatrical tradition, Improv. 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
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, think you sing like a frog, this class is for
you! This summer, Sing Out even
performed in the 4H fair! Come
dressed to move. 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
True
Stories Behind Great Kids’ Movies,
1:30-2:25, ages 8-13, 9 weeks, $56 +
$3 supply
What really happened to
many great movie characters?
Students will learn the surprisingly different history behind Pocahontas,
Mulan, Anastasia, The Sound of Music, Robin Hood, and other kids’ movies. Note: No class 3/28 (production day) Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
Cake
Decorating, 10:50, ages 8 & up, $58 plus $35 supply
fee
Learn the basics of cake
decorating, from applying icing to designing a cake. From different borders, several flowers,
figure piping, & more, students will learn different techniques. Students will bring home cakes &
cupcakes on specific weeks, and will display their final cake during production
before bringing it home to enjoy.
Instructor: Cindy
Giraud
Guitar, Group
Lessons,
10:50, 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
Minion or Monster
Crocheting! 9:50-10:45, ages 8 & up, $72 plus $15 supply
fee
Learn how to make a warm
scarf! Choose from either Sully or
Mike from Monsters, Inc., or a minion scarf from despicable me! Supply fee covers crochet hook and yarn
needed for one project. Student
must email in advance what scarf they would like to make so that the instructor
can have the correct color yarn on the first day of class. If not able to email in, instructor will
choose for you. Instructor: Tessa Hawkes
Crafting
Corner,
12:20-1:15, ages 8 & up, $72
plus $10 supply fee
Let’s get crafty! Learn how to create a variety of hair
bows and accessories as fine as you would see at any craft bazaar, or all those
great crafty ideas you see on pinterest.
We will be working with glue guns and hand sewing for this class. Instructor: Tessa Hawkes
Drum/Ear
Training,
10:50-11:45, ages 8 & up,
$86
Drumming is a fantastic
outlet and an amazing form of expression, along with being the basis for almost
all music types. Learn about the
drum kit, play and share with group lessons and grow your potential in this
rhythmic class. Instructor: homescool graduate and artist, Paul
Brymer
Creative Writing
Prompts,
10:50-11:45, ages 8-11,
$58
Students will be working
together to write and tell stories and get them down on paper to share with
others. The class focus will be on story-telling and the creation of
stories. The instructor will employ dictation and recording during class
to show students how their ideas can become stories without struggles.
This class is ideal for those who have great imaginations and/or those who
have not enjoyed writing in the past. Each student will be allowed to
progress at their own level.
Instructor: Jo Anne
Kroll
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 Mix,
Street Moves, 12:20, ages 7 & up, $72
An awesome class for all,
with clean lyrics! We will
incorporate the hip hop/street style moves with Broadway style and perform songs
from some of the latest Broadway hits like “The Heights” or “Newsies”. Please wear comfortable fitting
shorts/pants and t-shirts with clean tennis shoes or jazz shoes. Instructor: Jennifer Combs
Highland Dance with Mrs.
Jen,
9:50, ages 7 & up,
$72
We’re so excited Mrs. Jen
is bringing us Highland Dance, her national winning class! Want to try something new that is
upbeat, fun and involves lots of jumping around? Highland Dance might be for you! Learn the steps to several traditional
Scottish Dances including a dance with SWORDS! Fun for boys and girls. Please wear socks or soft sole dance
shoes (dance or ballet), shorts or leggings and t-shirts (NO long baggy pants,
as they get caught in the movements).
Instructor: Jennifer
Combs
Chess, Intermediate to
Advanced,
12:20, ages 7-14, 9 weeks,
$56
If students have taken
more than two chess classes with Alexander, they should take this class. We will review in order to assess how
well students remember previous material, and then we will delve into more
complicated ideas. Chess sets and
clocks provided. Workbook is $10,
if needed (most students should have theirs from past classes. Note: No class 3/14. Instructor: Alexander Deatrick, US Chess
Expert
Chess, Beginner to
Intermediate, 1:35-2:20, ages 7-14, 9 weeks, $56 plus
$10
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 (chess sets and clocks provided
weekly). Homework of 15 min. per week will be
given. No experience required, but
also appropriate for students who know how to play chess, or have taken one or
two classes from Alexander. Note: No class 3/14. Instructor: Alexander Deatrick, US Chess
Expert
The Horse and His
Boy,
10:50-11:45, ages 7-12, $58 plus $2
supply fee
Talking Horses, Dangerous
Lions, Kids on the run! This book
from the Chronicles of Narnia is not only exciting, it teaches important moral
lessons about courage, responsibility, and acceptance. Instructor: Lisa Rathbun
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
Tap
Dance!
12:20, ages 6 & up,
$58
Let’s
dance! Tap dancing encourages
rhythm, synchronization, precision, and teamwork. Dress ready to dance, 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, but the instructor may have a pair you can borrow for the term. Instructor: Deanna Irwin
Theatre
Kidz,
9:50, ages 6-12,
$72
Come
learn and act out theatre games and exercises for young actors with an amazing
director, producer, actor, etc. Act
out theatre games.
Skills
studied will be used in a brief play during the E Hub production at the end of
the course. New and returning
students welcome. Instructor: Gregory
Trzascoma
Ballet/Tap
with Mrs. Deanna,
9:50, ages 6 & up,
$58
Beginners
and intermediate welcome! We will
devote half of the class time to each tap and ballet. Students have the choice
of wearing street clothes or dance attire.
Dress ready to dance, NO long bell bottomed pants or dresses/skirts that
fall under the knee, please. Long
hair should be pulled back securely. Tap shoes and ballet shoes are required,
but instructor may have ones you can borrow for the term. Instructor: Deanna Irwin
American History with
Kirsten,
12:20, ages 6 & up, $58 plus $6 supply
fee
Each week we will read and
encompass a portion of "Meet Kirsten" the American girl who grew up during the
mid-1800’s. We will make pioneer
crafts as a class and learn about schooling during the time period, listen to
music from the era and study cultural differences and family traditions.
The final class will include a traditions party, allowing each girl to
share her own cultural and family traditions with the class. Instructor: Jo Anne Kroll
Cooking 4
Kids,
1:30-2:25, ages 6-10, $58 plus $8
supply fee
This
class will focus on simple meals and snacks your child can create with little or
no parental help. Safety, hygiene and responsibility go hand in hand with
the food groups in this class. We will make a different recipe each
week. Note: No class 3/28 (production day). Instructor: JoAnne Kroll
Spanish Fun
Continues, 9:50, ages 5-9, $58
Continued from fall 2013,
students are welcome to grow their knowledge 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 Spanish language.
Instructor, Carolina Hood
Spanish Fun
Begins,
10:50, 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, 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
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
Early
Scientists, 10:50, ages 5-9, $58 plus $10 supply
fee
Through lots of hands on
science activities we will learn about the four seasons, and many other fun
science facts. Come ready to
learn! Instructor: Cristy Moreno
Arts &
Crafts,
1:30-2:25, ages 4-8, 9 weeks, $56
plus $10 supply fee
We
will work on a fun new craft every week using many different mediums. Come ready to get a bit crafty! Rolling up your sleeves and bringing one
of your dad’s old t-shirts to wear is a great cover up idea. Note: No class 3/28 (production day). Instructor: Cristie Moreno
Early Math
Fun,
12:20-1:15, ages 3-7, $58 plus $10
supply fee
Come learn math through
art, games, and creative movement.
Use fine motor, gross motor, team work and senses to remember these fun
math lessons. Instructor, Cristie
Moreno
My
First Science Classes,
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. New and returning students welcome, as
science lessons are different each term.
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
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,
10:50, 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 dance 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
Broadway
Babies,
9:50, 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. New and returning students welcome. Instructor: Jo Anne Kroll
French for Tots (and
Parents!), 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:
