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UPPER ELEMENTARY
GRADES 4th-6th
Please pick three choices from each hour for registering your child.
A first choice and two back-up options.
We try our best to arrange the first choice, but classes fill-up and we will place you in your 2nd choice, the third choice is rarely used unless first choice is full and the second choice has been canceled due to lack of interest.
Most classes are limited to 12 students unless otherwise noted.
1st Hour Choices
4-H Homespun Creativity--$5
Teacher - Holly Cheyne
Are you a crafty, creative person who would like to share your masterpieces with others? Have you been curious about how to enter items into the Oakland County Fair? Have you thought about joining 4-H but didn’t know where to start? We have answers!! This class will give students the opportunity to create crafts that can be entered into the fair in July. We will work on a few projects that can be made from common things found mostly around your house. We will also look through the Fair Book to discover other areas of interest. At the completion of the class, the students will not only have a handful of items ready to enter but they will have a better knowledge of the fair and 4-H!
Babysitting/Baby Care Bootcamp (6th-12th combined) - $7
Teacher – Melissa Smith
In this class you will learn some basic skills for a babysitting and child/baby care. The class is great for anyone who has contact with children or babies now or will be in the future. Topics covered will include first aid, medical care, choking, basic cooking skills, diaper changing, heating bottles, feeding children/babies, burping babies, baby/children growth stages, soothing/calming techniques, behavior management , having an activity bag, emergency situations and much more. We will have a lot of hands-on learning activities in this fun class.
Challenge Island (K-6th combined) - $70 – minimum of 8 students required to run!
Teacher - Michelle Peterson - Outside Teacher
Challenge Island Overview
Challenge Island is an award-winning STEAM enrichment program where students solve fun, hands-on “challenges” which teach them about STEAM fundamentals and crosscurricular topics, plus important success skills like creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and much more. Students work together in small "tribes" to solve each week's challenges, giving them an opportunity to grow their teamwork and social skills as well. We look forward to seeing you on Challenge Island!
Amusement Park Island - Buckle your seatbelts for this fun, hands-on Challenge Island program, where we’ll be experimenting with STEAM principles and working as teams to create thrill rides galore! Shown below are the destinations we plan to visit each week, and a few of the STEAM concepts we plan to explore:
Gym - (3-6th) - $0
Teacher - Sharon Bazzell
This class is for grades 3-6 only. There is a K-2 class offered second hour. This class will be playing and learning all kinds of gym fundamentals. Come join us! Please bring clean gym shoes.
OH NO! Poetry! (4th-6th grades) - $0
Teacher - Sara Beth Bonjour
Oh No, Poetry!!! Is that your attitude towards poetry? Poetry doesn't have to be boring or confusing. Come join us as we explore some different types of poetry, discover some famous ones, and learn some of the aspects of what makes a poem. We will even take a shot at writing some fun
Oregon Trail Unit - $15
Teacher – Jeannie Marriott
Do you remember playing the Oregon Trail game in Elementary School? Do you love Little House on the Prairie and wish you could relive the whole experience? Join us for just a snippet of this time period and the game. We will be exploring all the facets of the olden days.
Star Wars Science - $40
Teacher – Jessica Hemphill
In a galaxy far, far away...let's build, experiment, create, and discover all things Star Wars! This will be a mix of a Star Wars themed STEM and craft class. From Jaba slime to Ewok catapults, use the Force to have some fun.
Tae Kwon Do (3rd-12th together) - $0
Teacher - Marjorie Collins
Tae Kwon Do will provide the introduction to TKD basics, class will consist of learning blocks, kicks and strikes and beginning forms.
Tuttle Twin - $10
Teacher - Shannon Dove
This class will cover a few of the Tuttle Twin adventures books. These books cover all sorts of American ideals and values. Freedom principles are needed in this tumultuous time and starting the kids off young is essential. Check the books out here. www.Tuttletwins.com. We are hoping to cover one book each week. We will read the book in class and do some fun activities to cement the information into the kiddos.
2nd Hour Classes
ASL (American Sign Language) - $0
Teacher - Kim Swank
A beginning ASL class for your little ones. They will learn basics, such as colors, numbers, the alphabet and many animals. Signing times may also be used at times. Mrs. Swank is one of our grandmothers with a bachelor’s degree in Sign Language. We are excited to have her jumping on board.
All about Animals - $30
Teacher -Melissa Cleary
This class will go over 6 different animal groups. Reptiles, mammals, fish, insects, birds and amphibians. Each week a goodie bag will be given to each child filled with craft, a small toy of an animal being discussed in class and printouts/work sheets. In class we will read books do a fun activity and possibly have live animals to view.
Anne of Green Gables Study (5-8th only) - $0
Teacher – Wendy Anderson
Using Memoria Press Literature Study Guide, we will be reading and studying Ann (With an E) of Green Gables. This will be need to for an advanced 5th grade reader. Reading selected chapters at home and being ready for discussion is required.
American History Short Play ~ Drama Class (Grades 4th-8th) – $0
Teacher – Rebecca Kotz
**No dropping of this class, and lines must be memorized so please do not sign up for this course if you are not committed to Drama. For the American history drama class we would find a short play based on American history and would be working on learning about that specific time and event. Students will take on the roles of the various famous people involved and prepare for a performance. Must have five students to run the class, max of 12.
Coding for Beginners (Max of 10) (Grades 4th-12th) – $0
Teacher – Meghan Kurdziel
This is a self-directed course using Code.org and Scratch.com. Both are excellent self-directed courses that make coding simple. If your child would like to try programming or software engineering this is a must have class. Kids can play on their account at home after setting it up at Hometeam. If we get over 10 kids, we may set up a 1st hour for this course. If you want to be in this class first hour, please mark it on your registration form.
Dog Breeds & Character Traits (Grades 1-4) - $0
Teacher – Mandy Majchrzak
Come learn about Bravery and the correlation with German Shepherds. We will take a character trait and learn about a dog that has that trait. There will be crafts that reinforce our learning, some live animals may be brought into class.
Drive thru History - $5
Teacher – Aurelia Nanu
Do you love watching Drive thru History with David Stotts? We do so come and joins us for an episode, possibly snacks and discussion. Student must be willing to participate in discussion time.
Intro to Cooking (4th-6th) - $30
Teacher - Kristina Phelps
Learn the basics of cooking, cutting, preparing a table. A recipe will be given to the class and they will prepare the recipe and EAT! This class is always a hit and our teacher bring a great balance of well-loved recipes along with some ethnic creations as well. Join us for Intro to Cooking.
Meet Caroline - American Girl - $5
Teacher - Lisa Brown
American Girl History: Meet Caroline What was life like as the daughter of a Naval Captain during The War of 1812? We'll read Caroline's story, do crafts & other fun activities to find out!
THIRD HOUR
Army Base (K-5th)- $5
Teacher - Sharon Bazzell
Ready! Aim! Fire!!! Have fun battling with your army. This class is a creation of one of our former teachers. You are provided plastic army men, Styrofoam, Popsicle sticks, and Lincoln logs and build your base. You are then matched with an opponent, and you shoot rubber bands at your opponent to knock down their men. Winner is the one with the most men standing at the end of the match. Scores are kept and an Army Base Champion is declared at the Championships the last day of the semester. Latex allergy students would be highly discouraged from participation.
Art Hub for Kids - $10
Teacher - Aurora Bendixen
We will be learning with this website. https://www.artforkidshub.com/. Learn to draw, shading, using markers, pencils etc. If you are looking for a little creative outlet and some art lessons this will be the class for you.
Elementary Music Choir (4th grade only) - $5
Teacher – Jennifer Shuffle
Do you love to sing? Join us in a small group setting and learn music with Mrs. Shuffle. We will work on basic solfege and music theory, breathing techniques and pitch. We will have the kids learn some hymns and other simple songs.
Historical Conquest (5th grade and up - students must be fluent readers and good with strategy) – $15/$4
*returning students with no cards needed will only be charged $4 but must be noted on the registration form
Teacher – Tammy Foster
Historical Conquest™ is a unique and exciting card game in which players create personalized societies of heroes, villains, leaders, assassins, disasters, armies, and more from history and battle them against one another. Each card is complete with fantastic illustrations and intriguing summaries of people, places, and events from history. The abilities of each card used in the game relate to the abilities these individuals had during their lives. Due to the diversity of the cards, the possibilities are endless!
With the onslaught of video games and television, many young people have lost interest in learning. The words and lessons of the heroes of the past have lost their flavor for our youth. Historical Conquest™ was created with the mission to bring history back into the lives of children through exciting gameplay. The game entices youth to learn more through fascinating descriptions of historical events, peoples, and places as they engage in epic battles and heroic adventures. ***Class cost includes a starter pack for each player, if this is not needed the cost will be $4 but must be noted on the registration packet.
Mock Trial (6th-12th) - $0
Teacher - Kim Davis & Shannon Dove
Mock trial: students learn about the judicial system by acting out certain roles. Please understand this class needs children who are mature and will be able to handle sensitive topic matter. This class needs 12 students to run to fill all the positions in a mock trial. Will you be part of the jury, or the judge, or the defendant?
Robotics – (grades 6th-12th) - $30
Teacher - Marjorie Collins
Robotics class, students will learn the basics of robotics and computer programming through hands-on experience while practicing teamwork, communication, and project management skills. Class will consist of in-class lessons and challenges to learn more about RobotC drag-and-drop programming, sensors and engineering principles. Robotics is a fun way to learn the STEM skills needed to be the problem solvers of the next generation.
Scrapbooking – (grades 6th-12th) - $15
Teacher – Wendy Anderson
In this Class, learn to preserve memories in a beautiful and fun way. Find your style with journaling, embellishments, pictures placement and sizes. Your book will be fun to look at for years to come. Pictures from home may be required to make the book truly yours.
STEM Stories (Grades 2-4 only) - $10
Teacher – Nicole Bonnivier
Stem activities based in fun stories and fairy tales. Science, Technology, Engineering & Math are very important skills in any classroom. Come reinforce these concepts with a story and some of our favorite fairy tales.
Trick Geography - The Americas – $10
Teacher – Holly Cheyne
https://www.amazon.com/Trick-Geography-USA-Student-Making-remember/dp/0692670335/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Trick+Geography+USA+student&qid=1629294510&sr=8-2 - Book will be provided by the teacher
“I can’t believe how much I just learned!” That was one mom’s response after observing a single class session of Trick Geography. Trick Geography: USA Student Book is a simple, yet powerful geography curriculum which routinely moves students from geographic illiteracy to command of US states, capitals, and major bodies of water, mountains, deserts, and plains in just a few weeks. And all with ease and high retention! How does it work? New York looks like a stork, so we trace the dots of a stork drawn inside the state’s border. The capital is Albany, so we circle all the bunnies (Albany) that are running away from the stork (New York). It's THAT easy! Physical features are taught using simple connections. "The snake (Snake River) is coiled around Ida’s hoe (Idaho)." Delightful graphics, phonetic connectors, dot-to-dots, and fill-in-the-blanks facilitate multiple learning styles and make the process more like a game than a curriculum.
Unwind With Your Creativity (Grades 5th-8th) - $15
Teacher - Wendy Henn & Di Higuchi
Student will learn and make crafts that will focus on relaxing, unwinding and using their hands. From paper crafts, to cords and knots and to fiber art, students will learn different forms of relaxing crafts
You Are Beautiful - $20
Teacher - Jessica Strathres
This class will teach young girls how to style their hair and to learn about their inner beauty from God. This class will offer insight from the Bible on inner beauty. The goal will be to encourage self-esteem and kindness while learning simple and fun hair styling techniques.
GRADES 4th-6th
Please pick three choices from each hour for registering your child.
A first choice and two back-up options.
We try our best to arrange the first choice, but classes fill-up and we will place you in your 2nd choice, the third choice is rarely used unless first choice is full and the second choice has been canceled due to lack of interest.
Most classes are limited to 12 students unless otherwise noted.
1st Hour Choices
4-H Homespun Creativity--$5
Teacher - Holly Cheyne
Are you a crafty, creative person who would like to share your masterpieces with others? Have you been curious about how to enter items into the Oakland County Fair? Have you thought about joining 4-H but didn’t know where to start? We have answers!! This class will give students the opportunity to create crafts that can be entered into the fair in July. We will work on a few projects that can be made from common things found mostly around your house. We will also look through the Fair Book to discover other areas of interest. At the completion of the class, the students will not only have a handful of items ready to enter but they will have a better knowledge of the fair and 4-H!
Babysitting/Baby Care Bootcamp (6th-12th combined) - $7
Teacher – Melissa Smith
In this class you will learn some basic skills for a babysitting and child/baby care. The class is great for anyone who has contact with children or babies now or will be in the future. Topics covered will include first aid, medical care, choking, basic cooking skills, diaper changing, heating bottles, feeding children/babies, burping babies, baby/children growth stages, soothing/calming techniques, behavior management , having an activity bag, emergency situations and much more. We will have a lot of hands-on learning activities in this fun class.
Challenge Island (K-6th combined) - $70 – minimum of 8 students required to run!
Teacher - Michelle Peterson - Outside Teacher
Challenge Island Overview
Challenge Island is an award-winning STEAM enrichment program where students solve fun, hands-on “challenges” which teach them about STEAM fundamentals and crosscurricular topics, plus important success skills like creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and much more. Students work together in small "tribes" to solve each week's challenges, giving them an opportunity to grow their teamwork and social skills as well. We look forward to seeing you on Challenge Island!
Amusement Park Island - Buckle your seatbelts for this fun, hands-on Challenge Island program, where we’ll be experimenting with STEAM principles and working as teams to create thrill rides galore! Shown below are the destinations we plan to visit each week, and a few of the STEAM concepts we plan to explore:
- Week 1 (1/20): Tribal Spirit Rally and Mini Rocket Ride (air pressure, propulsion)
- Week 2 (2/3): Spinning Waters (rotation, axis)
- Week 3 (2/17): Roller Coaster Cliff (potential & kinetic energy, velocity)
- Week 4 (3/3): Catapult Cove (projectile, elasticity)
- Week 5 (3/17): Slowler Coaster Point (zigzag, friction)
- Week 6 (3/31): Rocket Heights (aerodynamics, launch)
- Week 7 (4/14): Zipline Zone (slickness, balance)
- Week 8 (4/28): Bubble Springs (surface tension)
Gym - (3-6th) - $0
Teacher - Sharon Bazzell
This class is for grades 3-6 only. There is a K-2 class offered second hour. This class will be playing and learning all kinds of gym fundamentals. Come join us! Please bring clean gym shoes.
OH NO! Poetry! (4th-6th grades) - $0
Teacher - Sara Beth Bonjour
Oh No, Poetry!!! Is that your attitude towards poetry? Poetry doesn't have to be boring or confusing. Come join us as we explore some different types of poetry, discover some famous ones, and learn some of the aspects of what makes a poem. We will even take a shot at writing some fun
Oregon Trail Unit - $15
Teacher – Jeannie Marriott
Do you remember playing the Oregon Trail game in Elementary School? Do you love Little House on the Prairie and wish you could relive the whole experience? Join us for just a snippet of this time period and the game. We will be exploring all the facets of the olden days.
Star Wars Science - $40
Teacher – Jessica Hemphill
In a galaxy far, far away...let's build, experiment, create, and discover all things Star Wars! This will be a mix of a Star Wars themed STEM and craft class. From Jaba slime to Ewok catapults, use the Force to have some fun.
Tae Kwon Do (3rd-12th together) - $0
Teacher - Marjorie Collins
Tae Kwon Do will provide the introduction to TKD basics, class will consist of learning blocks, kicks and strikes and beginning forms.
Tuttle Twin - $10
Teacher - Shannon Dove
This class will cover a few of the Tuttle Twin adventures books. These books cover all sorts of American ideals and values. Freedom principles are needed in this tumultuous time and starting the kids off young is essential. Check the books out here. www.Tuttletwins.com. We are hoping to cover one book each week. We will read the book in class and do some fun activities to cement the information into the kiddos.
2nd Hour Classes
ASL (American Sign Language) - $0
Teacher - Kim Swank
A beginning ASL class for your little ones. They will learn basics, such as colors, numbers, the alphabet and many animals. Signing times may also be used at times. Mrs. Swank is one of our grandmothers with a bachelor’s degree in Sign Language. We are excited to have her jumping on board.
All about Animals - $30
Teacher -Melissa Cleary
This class will go over 6 different animal groups. Reptiles, mammals, fish, insects, birds and amphibians. Each week a goodie bag will be given to each child filled with craft, a small toy of an animal being discussed in class and printouts/work sheets. In class we will read books do a fun activity and possibly have live animals to view.
Anne of Green Gables Study (5-8th only) - $0
Teacher – Wendy Anderson
Using Memoria Press Literature Study Guide, we will be reading and studying Ann (With an E) of Green Gables. This will be need to for an advanced 5th grade reader. Reading selected chapters at home and being ready for discussion is required.
American History Short Play ~ Drama Class (Grades 4th-8th) – $0
Teacher – Rebecca Kotz
**No dropping of this class, and lines must be memorized so please do not sign up for this course if you are not committed to Drama. For the American history drama class we would find a short play based on American history and would be working on learning about that specific time and event. Students will take on the roles of the various famous people involved and prepare for a performance. Must have five students to run the class, max of 12.
Coding for Beginners (Max of 10) (Grades 4th-12th) – $0
Teacher – Meghan Kurdziel
This is a self-directed course using Code.org and Scratch.com. Both are excellent self-directed courses that make coding simple. If your child would like to try programming or software engineering this is a must have class. Kids can play on their account at home after setting it up at Hometeam. If we get over 10 kids, we may set up a 1st hour for this course. If you want to be in this class first hour, please mark it on your registration form.
Dog Breeds & Character Traits (Grades 1-4) - $0
Teacher – Mandy Majchrzak
Come learn about Bravery and the correlation with German Shepherds. We will take a character trait and learn about a dog that has that trait. There will be crafts that reinforce our learning, some live animals may be brought into class.
Drive thru History - $5
Teacher – Aurelia Nanu
Do you love watching Drive thru History with David Stotts? We do so come and joins us for an episode, possibly snacks and discussion. Student must be willing to participate in discussion time.
Intro to Cooking (4th-6th) - $30
Teacher - Kristina Phelps
Learn the basics of cooking, cutting, preparing a table. A recipe will be given to the class and they will prepare the recipe and EAT! This class is always a hit and our teacher bring a great balance of well-loved recipes along with some ethnic creations as well. Join us for Intro to Cooking.
Meet Caroline - American Girl - $5
Teacher - Lisa Brown
American Girl History: Meet Caroline What was life like as the daughter of a Naval Captain during The War of 1812? We'll read Caroline's story, do crafts & other fun activities to find out!
THIRD HOUR
Army Base (K-5th)- $5
Teacher - Sharon Bazzell
Ready! Aim! Fire!!! Have fun battling with your army. This class is a creation of one of our former teachers. You are provided plastic army men, Styrofoam, Popsicle sticks, and Lincoln logs and build your base. You are then matched with an opponent, and you shoot rubber bands at your opponent to knock down their men. Winner is the one with the most men standing at the end of the match. Scores are kept and an Army Base Champion is declared at the Championships the last day of the semester. Latex allergy students would be highly discouraged from participation.
Art Hub for Kids - $10
Teacher - Aurora Bendixen
We will be learning with this website. https://www.artforkidshub.com/. Learn to draw, shading, using markers, pencils etc. If you are looking for a little creative outlet and some art lessons this will be the class for you.
Elementary Music Choir (4th grade only) - $5
Teacher – Jennifer Shuffle
Do you love to sing? Join us in a small group setting and learn music with Mrs. Shuffle. We will work on basic solfege and music theory, breathing techniques and pitch. We will have the kids learn some hymns and other simple songs.
Historical Conquest (5th grade and up - students must be fluent readers and good with strategy) – $15/$4
*returning students with no cards needed will only be charged $4 but must be noted on the registration form
Teacher – Tammy Foster
Historical Conquest™ is a unique and exciting card game in which players create personalized societies of heroes, villains, leaders, assassins, disasters, armies, and more from history and battle them against one another. Each card is complete with fantastic illustrations and intriguing summaries of people, places, and events from history. The abilities of each card used in the game relate to the abilities these individuals had during their lives. Due to the diversity of the cards, the possibilities are endless!
With the onslaught of video games and television, many young people have lost interest in learning. The words and lessons of the heroes of the past have lost their flavor for our youth. Historical Conquest™ was created with the mission to bring history back into the lives of children through exciting gameplay. The game entices youth to learn more through fascinating descriptions of historical events, peoples, and places as they engage in epic battles and heroic adventures. ***Class cost includes a starter pack for each player, if this is not needed the cost will be $4 but must be noted on the registration packet.
Mock Trial (6th-12th) - $0
Teacher - Kim Davis & Shannon Dove
Mock trial: students learn about the judicial system by acting out certain roles. Please understand this class needs children who are mature and will be able to handle sensitive topic matter. This class needs 12 students to run to fill all the positions in a mock trial. Will you be part of the jury, or the judge, or the defendant?
Robotics – (grades 6th-12th) - $30
Teacher - Marjorie Collins
Robotics class, students will learn the basics of robotics and computer programming through hands-on experience while practicing teamwork, communication, and project management skills. Class will consist of in-class lessons and challenges to learn more about RobotC drag-and-drop programming, sensors and engineering principles. Robotics is a fun way to learn the STEM skills needed to be the problem solvers of the next generation.
Scrapbooking – (grades 6th-12th) - $15
Teacher – Wendy Anderson
In this Class, learn to preserve memories in a beautiful and fun way. Find your style with journaling, embellishments, pictures placement and sizes. Your book will be fun to look at for years to come. Pictures from home may be required to make the book truly yours.
STEM Stories (Grades 2-4 only) - $10
Teacher – Nicole Bonnivier
Stem activities based in fun stories and fairy tales. Science, Technology, Engineering & Math are very important skills in any classroom. Come reinforce these concepts with a story and some of our favorite fairy tales.
Trick Geography - The Americas – $10
Teacher – Holly Cheyne
https://www.amazon.com/Trick-Geography-USA-Student-Making-remember/dp/0692670335/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Trick+Geography+USA+student&qid=1629294510&sr=8-2 - Book will be provided by the teacher
“I can’t believe how much I just learned!” That was one mom’s response after observing a single class session of Trick Geography. Trick Geography: USA Student Book is a simple, yet powerful geography curriculum which routinely moves students from geographic illiteracy to command of US states, capitals, and major bodies of water, mountains, deserts, and plains in just a few weeks. And all with ease and high retention! How does it work? New York looks like a stork, so we trace the dots of a stork drawn inside the state’s border. The capital is Albany, so we circle all the bunnies (Albany) that are running away from the stork (New York). It's THAT easy! Physical features are taught using simple connections. "The snake (Snake River) is coiled around Ida’s hoe (Idaho)." Delightful graphics, phonetic connectors, dot-to-dots, and fill-in-the-blanks facilitate multiple learning styles and make the process more like a game than a curriculum.
Unwind With Your Creativity (Grades 5th-8th) - $15
Teacher - Wendy Henn & Di Higuchi
Student will learn and make crafts that will focus on relaxing, unwinding and using their hands. From paper crafts, to cords and knots and to fiber art, students will learn different forms of relaxing crafts
You Are Beautiful - $20
Teacher - Jessica Strathres
This class will teach young girls how to style their hair and to learn about their inner beauty from God. This class will offer insight from the Bible on inner beauty. The goal will be to encourage self-esteem and kindness while learning simple and fun hair styling techniques.