All winter term classes will run for 8 weeks. Full payment is due upon registration in order to complete your enrollment
Winter 2025
: (January 06, 2025
- March 05, 2025)
Make-up Days March 3rd/4th/5th 2025 (CHEC/CHECstra Tween/CHECstra Teen)
Register before 2024-12-29 to avoid the late
registration fee of $5.00 per
class.
Scholarship applications are due by
2024-12-29.
| Class |
Cost |
Ages |
Instructor |
Enrolled |
Room |
Site |
Status |
|
|
Monday - 9:45-11:00 |
Supervised Stay (1st Period)
Supervised Stay provides supervision by site managers for enrolled students, and typically takes place outdoors on the playground and/or indoors in our lounge area. Please note that there are no structured/planned activities provided during Supervised Stay. This option is often utilized by students who have a gap between 2 classes, or those who have a free period while a sibling is taking a class. If a parent is onsite and supervising their child, the child does not need to be enrolled in Supervised Stay.
Teens ages 13 and up have the option of staying onsite without enrolling in (and paying for) Supervised Stay. Please see our FAQ for more information about expectations for teens who are on campus but not enrolled in Supervised Stay. https://www.cvillechec.org/faqs
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Unstructured play and social time
|
$68.00 |
5-18 |
Cara Leigh Williams
|
0/8
|
Playground |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Little Learners - Career Class
Our world needs all kinds of brains doing all kinds of jobs! Kids will learn about different career options every week through dramatic play, books, and crafting. We will help cast a teddy bear's broken leg, write (mostly dictate) and illustrate our own books, and maybe run a restaurant!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Different career exploration
|
$230.00 |
5-7 |
Melissa Kirkpatrick
|
1/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Hands on Zoology
In this class we will dive deep into learning about some of your favorite animals! Join us as we explore books, dissect owl pellets, build a bat house, construct biomes and engage in a variety of hands on experiments!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Hands on animal exploration
|
$220.00 |
5-7 |
Casandra Wendell
|
6/6
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
Sensory Center
Learners in this class will explore not only their five basic senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell—but also their vestibular (sense of balance) and proprioceptive (sense of body awareness) senses! Each week, children will engage in interactive activities that stimulate their bodies and minds, helping them better understand how they perceive and interact with the world around them. Through games, crafts, and sensory play, they’ll develop sensory integration and have a blast along the way!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Sensory games an crafts
|
$205.00 |
5-7 |
Erica Shackelton
|
2/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Engineering Disasters
Let's learn about buildings and products that failed the test of time. Using Sean Connolly's "The Book of Massively Epic Engineering Disasters", we will explore what went wrong with engineering feats such as the Colossus of Rhodes, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Titanic, plus more collapses and crashes. Each week we will learn about two disasters and perform group experiments to understand why they happened. Some experiments may be edible (ex. jello, marshmallows). Parents will be notified of food items before their use.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Engineering & history
|
$200.00 |
8-11 |
Shelley Marshall
|
9/8
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
Diamond Painting
In this class students will use tiny jewel-like facets (DIAMOND DOTZ® and similar brands) to create beautiful works of art. This stress-free activity is relaxing and fun. We will work on several dot by number projects as well as freestyle projects where students will plan and execute their own designs. Projects may include coasters, bookmarks, notebooks, flower pots, phone cases, picture frames and wooden initials.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Ability to recognize numbers and letters as well as patience and fine motor skills are all useful for this class.
Artwork using jeweled facets
|
$215.00 |
8-12 |
Susan Maccarelli
|
8/8
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
Creative Writing II
Have you ever wanted to write a book? Do you keep a diary? Do you like to imagine incredible tales for the big screen? Do you love to express yourself through writing?
Poetry, Short Stories, One-Act Plays, TV/Movie Scripts, Journaling, Fiction Writing, Memoir- this course is meant for students who want to explore their creativity and story-telling abilities through writing. We will explore different genres and formats of creative writing. There will be lots of opportunities to share your writings with the class or with a writing partner for feedback and encouragement, which will help you to become a more polished writer.
Notes: Students who took Creative Writing during Fall 2024 term will have the opportunity to build on writings with this class, which will be less broad, focusing more on a few select genres (poetry, fiction writing, journaling/memoir)
Prerequisites:
Creative writing
|
$210.00 |
11-13 |
Rebecca Muller
|
5/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Band Together (with MIMA Music)
MIMA’s Band Together program introduces students to music through improvisation and collaborative songwriting. Participants use music improvisation exercises to create original rhythms, melodies and lyrics and work together to compose these ideas into original songs. The program aims to teach musical concepts while cultivating creativity, confidence and collaboration. Interest in music is all that's required—no instrument or previous musical experience necessary. Learn more about MIMA’s work at mimamusic.org.
Notes: Students who play instruments are invited to bring them to each class. The final class will be a field trip to the Music Resource Center’s recording studio, where students will have the opportunity to record their original songs with instruments, professional equipment and studio software. Parents will be asked to sign a field trip waiver and provide transportation to and from the Center.
Prerequisites:
Interest in music
Make Music Together
|
$230.00 |
12-18 |
Trace Feng
|
1/15
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Tour and Taste
Have you ever wondered what the countries of China, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Morocco,and Spain look like and how their geography might influence their food? Join this class and see photos taken by the instructor in all these countries (except China) and cook a dish from the country to taste and enjoy. We will locate the countries on a map, discuss location and geography, and see a smattering of photos that show typical scenes of the country. We will then finish preparation of a dish from the country together and have a tasting. Each class will focus on a different country as listed above.
Notes: Please note any food allergies.
Prerequisites:
Inquiry and cooking
|
$200.00 |
12-18 |
Andrea Gibson
|
0/10
|
Lower Hall Kitchen |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Brain Lab
Brain Lab is a hands-on course where we learn more about how our nervous systems works (brain + all neurons in the rest of the body). We will be doing hands-on experiments like making 3D models of neurons, learning how our brain works with your tongue to taste food, and modeling how neurons talk to each other. There will also be ample discussion about the science behind our experiments. By the end of the course, we will know more about how to keep our neurons happy and healthy, along with the biology of our body.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should be able to read and understand science concepts like cells and organelles.
Hands on neuroscience experiments
|
$195.00 |
13-18 |
Zoe Reich
|
6/12
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
|
Monday - 9:50-10:50 |
Rock Climbing Fundamentals for Rocky Top Members
Learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. This eight session course will cover climbing safety/etiquette and establish a strong foundation of basic techniques.Participants will explore various training strategies which can be implemented individually to enhance personal climbing adventures going forward.
Notes: This course is only for students who are already members of Rocky Top. We are able to offer this course to these students at a lower price as we will not have to pay for gym access for these students. The course is permission only so that we can verify that you have a Rocky Top membership. Parents will need to sign Rocky Top's waiver for students to climb at the gym. Parents are also responsible for student transport to and from the climbing gym.
Prerequisites:
Physical education
|
$60.00 |
8-12 |
Reed Weatherill
|
0/2
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
Rock Climbing Fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. This eight session course will cover climbing safety/etiquette and establish a strong foundation of basic techniques.Participants will explore various training strategies which can be implemented individually to enhance personal climbing adventures going forward.
Notes: Parents will need to sign Rocky Top's wavier for students to climb at the gym. Parents are also responsible for student transport to and from the climbing gym. Course fee includes access to the gym and shoe rental. If you have a gym membership, you should enroll in the gym member version of this course for a reduced fee.
Prerequisites:
Physical education
|
$180.00 |
8-12 |
Reed Weatherill
|
3/6
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
|
Monday - 11:10-12:25 |
Little Learners - Sampling Sciences
Kiddos will get 8 weeks of science classes, with 8 different topics. We will go in depth each week with crafts, books, and hands on fun! The goal is to expose children to many topics to see where their interests lay. Examples include the human body, geology, oceans, etc.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
None
8 different science topics
|
$230.00 |
5-7 |
Melissa Kirkpatrick
|
8/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Mixed Media Art Lab
There are so many cool art materials to create with! Let’s do that! We’ll combine elements drawn, painted, sculpted, printed, collaged, assembled….maybe we’ll make puppets, pins, wearable art, mobiles and so much more! This is a great course to explore many different and cool materials! Polymer clay, tooling foil, printmaking, and so much more!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Art with a variety of materials
|
$205.00 |
5-7 |
Kat Freeman
|
5/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Fantastical Music!
Come learn about the songs, composers, and artists whose work is featured in the classic movie "Fantasia!" Why does Bach's "Toccata & Fugue in d minor" sound so spooky? What happened when Stravinsky's "Le Sacre du Printemps" premiered? How are Mickey Mouse and Goethe both featured in "The Sorcerer's Apprentice"? Together we'll watch videos, listen to music, and learn about some of the most famous and celebrated composers in music history!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Music history using songs from Fantasia
|
$190.00 |
5-7 |
Rebecca Reilly
|
2/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Supervised Stay (2nd Period)
Supervised Stay provides supervision by site managers for enrolled students, and typically takes place outdoors on the playground and/or indoors in our lounge area. Please note that there are no structured/planned activities provided during Supervised Stay. This option is often utilized by students who have a gap between 2 classes, or those who have a free period while a sibling is taking a class. If a parent is onsite and supervising their child, the child does not need to be enrolled in Supervised Stay.
Teens ages 13 and up have the option of staying onsite without enrolling in (and paying for) Supervised Stay. Please see our FAQ for more information about expectations for teens who are on campus but not enrolled in Supervised Stay. https://www.cvillechec.org/faqs
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Unstructured play and social time
|
$68.00 |
5-18 |
Cara Leigh Williams
|
1/8
|
Playground |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Cooks and Books
In this class we will read a book together each week and make a snack based on the book! We will then enjoy our snack together and complete a craft based on our book of the week.
Notes: This class will require contact with a variety of foods. Please let me know of any allergens that I should be aware of (this class will NOT use recipes that involve nuts of any kind, including peanuts).
Prerequisites:
Read, Cook and Create
|
$220.00 |
5-7 |
Casandra Wendell
|
4/6
|
Lower Hall Kitchen |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Fantasy Book Group
This class will be about the joy of reading and sharing our views about what we have read. It is for reader lovers and those who are not lovers yet but who are open to explore! Our discussions will grow from basic understandings of the elements of fiction. Classes will include discussion, creative writing, arts and crafts, and some book related games, snacks, and fun. Students are encouraged to have finished the assigned reading before the class. To bring to class: the book, a favorite notebook, and a writing instrument. The final list of books will be sent out the month before classes start. Examples of books to be included are “Amari and the Night Brothers”, “The Girl Who Drank the Moon”, and “The Beatryce Prophecy”.
Notes: To bring to each class: a fun notebook and/or sketchbook, a favorite pen or pencil, and a copy of the book.
Prerequisites:
Books must be bought or borrowed by the student.
Fun books, discussions, writing and art
|
$195.00 |
8-11 |
Katie Harper
|
6/7
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Karaoke!
Build confidence through learning performance skills and vocal technique while having fun singing your favorite songs with a group. Opportunities for students to: sing solo to practice performing and build confidence; sing duets to learn harmony; or sing as an entire class as a "rock choir". Any genre-- pop, rock, blues, country, r&b, soul, funk, punk, rap, reggae-- you name it, it's all fair game!... and any decade-- 60s classic rock, 70s disco, 80s, new wave, 90s alt. rock, 2000s-present. This is also a great opportunity to broaden musical horizons and learn about the history of the musical artists we sing along to, and how they contributed to the pop music landscape, our culture & society.
Notes: Only non-explicit/radio edit versions of songs will be used.
Prerequisites:
Vocal music/confidence building
|
$200.00 |
8-12 |
Rebecca Muller
|
4/8
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Eat More Plants!
Eat more plants and reduce carbon emissions! Let's up your cooking skills while learning how to make some tasty food. Learn what to make when your "vegan" friend is coming for dinner. We will cook new vegan recipes every week. Students will get a say on what recipes we'll make. Some possibilities may include pad thai, massaman curry, mac n cheese or maybe you have a favorite recipe you want to share with the class. Whether you currently don't eat meat or just love to cook, join us each week and you won't have to pack a lunch. All recipes will be vegan (no animals products used) as well as gluten free.
Notes: What we make will be different from the Veghead class offered in Fall 2024 term.
Prerequisites:
Ability to follow instructor's directions and comfort with using sharp knives.
Plant-based cooking
|
$220.00 |
12-18 |
Kim Lohan
|
3/6
|
Upstairs kitchen |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Crochet Away
Come crochet! This class will cover the basics - the most common stitches, how to read a pattern. Once you can do that, you can make pretty much anything! Specific projects will depend on what the students would like to create.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Learn basic crochet stitches/patterns
|
$230.00 |
12-18 |
Kristen Steege
|
8/7
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens Part #2
D&D helps students build confidence, collaboration skills and imagination, and there is plenty of math. Prebuilt character sheets will be available to students who may not have the desire to create a character their first time playing. We will work towards creating characters from scratch as we move through the campaign.
Notes: Students who were enrolled in Fall 2024 D&D with this instructor (Owen Lamison) will be given priority registration.
Prerequisites:
Role play game for teens
|
$195.00 |
12-18 |
Owen Lamison
|
6/6
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
|
Monday - 11:15-12:30 |
Creative Filmmaking at Light House Studio
Lights, Camera, Action! Put your creativity and storytelling skills to the ultimate test as you learn how to write a Hollywood script, direct a scene, rig a camera, and edit a film from start to finish. Comedy? Sci-fi? Superhero!? With so many genres to choose from and techniques to learn, you’ll be one step closer to being the next superstar filmmaker.
Notes: This course will be held at Light House Studio
Prerequisites:
None
Learn how to create your own film
|
$180.00 |
12-18 |
Will Goss
|
8/10
|
Light House Studio TBA |
Light House Studio |
Open |
|
|
|
Monday - 11:20-12:20 |
Aviation
Students will explore aviation and flight from 1900 to the present. Students will have an opportunity to build a variety of flying models. Students will learn about famous aviators, pioneers, aircraft, and flying feats. Aircraft type and design will be explored through pictures and models. Students will be engaged in science, art, and the creative aspects of aviation.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Explore principles of flight and pilots
|
$154.00 |
8-11 |
Coach West
|
10/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
Couture Fashion Academy
We’ll start by learning how to sketch fashion figures. From there students will learn how to create comprehensive sketchbook designs. We’ll learn about fabrics and each week will be a different theme. By the end of the course you will create one of your designs on a Barbie-sized mannequin. Come explore the fashion world and create a fashion masterpiece!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Fashion design
|
$194.00 |
8-11 |
Arianne Dallas
|
4/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Rock Climbing Fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. This eight session course will cover climbing safety/etiquette and establish a strong foundation of basic techniques.Participants will explore various training strategies which can be implemented individually to enhance personal climbing adventures going forward.
Notes: Parents will need to sign Rocky Top's wavier for students to climb at the gym. Parents are also responsible for student transport to and from the climbing gym. Course fee includes access to the gym and shoe rental. If you have a gym membership, you should enroll in the gym member version of this course for a reduced fee.
Prerequisites:
Physical education
|
$180.00 |
12-18 |
Reed Weatherill
|
0/6
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
Rock Climbing Fundamentals for Rocky Top Members
Learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. This eight session course will cover climbing safety/etiquette and establish a strong foundation of basic techniques.Participants will explore various training strategies which can be implemented individually to enhance personal climbing adventures going forward.
Notes: This course is only for students who are already members of Rocky Top. We are able to offer this course to these students at a lower price as we will not have to pay for gym access for these students. The course is permission only so that we can verify that you have a Rocky Top membership. Parents will need to sign Rocky Top's waiver for students to climb at the gym. Parents are also responsible for student transport to and from the climbing gym.
Prerequisites:
Physical education
|
$60.00 |
12-18 |
Reed Weatherill
|
1/2
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
|
Monday - 1:00- 2:00 |
Mythical Creations
Come reimagine imaginary creatures. Would you like to make a unicorn, a phoenix, or a griffon? Or possibly a mermaid or hippogriff? In this class, we’ll use drawing, painting, and collage to build mythical animal sculptures. First we’ll draw our creatures by using a schematic of shapes like triangles, circles and squares. Next, we will use hot glue to assemble foam board shapes and paint them to create complete mythical animals.
Notes:
Materials provided, however, if you have extra ribbon, yarn, or other fun items at home, you can bring them to enhance your sculpture. This teacher welcomes parent/family volunteers who would like to assist one or more days during the term. Assistants are simply on hand to help students create as the teacher facilitates the class (gluing/taping/painting/building etc.). Contact instructor janetbeals@sbcglobal.net for more info or to schedule a day to help out.
Prerequisites:
Myth & fantasy art and crafting
|
$153.00 |
5-7 |
Janet Beals
|
4/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Basketball
Come join this super fun class!
Participants will learn the basics of team basketball each Monday. Students will discover and explore fitness, mental, technical, and tactical fundamentals to be successful in a game situation. Passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding activities will occur each session as well as movement and agility as they relate to basketball.
Notes: Parents are responsible for arranging transportation for students to and from Washington Park. Please have sneakers and be prepared for sessions outside.
Prerequisites:
Basketball fun
|
$144.00 |
11-18 |
Coach West
|
2/12
|
Field |
Washington Park |
Open |
|
|
|
Monday - 1:00- 2:15 |
Abracadabra Alakazam
Want to amaze your friends and astonish the masses? Come learn magic from professional magician Wes Iseli. In this special class, you will learn mind reading magic, card magic, coin magic,
magic with everyday objects and much more. Wes will perform magic, teach tricks, and share some of the history of magic. Classes will include time to review and practice so at the end of the 8 weeks you can perform everything he has taught with ease. Students will receive a magic kit at the end of the course as well.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Art of Magic
|
$205.00 |
5-8 |
Wes Iseli
|
2/14
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Supervised Stay (3rd Period)
Supervised Stay provides supervision by site managers for enrolled students, and typically takes place outdoors on the playground and/or indoors in our lounge area. Please note that there are no structured/planned activities provided during Supervised Stay. This option is often utilized by students who have a gap between 2 classes, or those who have a free period while a sibling is taking a class. If a parent is onsite and supervising their child, the child does not need to be enrolled in Supervised Stay.
Teens ages 13 and up have the option of staying onsite without enrolling in (and paying for) Supervised Stay. Please see our FAQ for more information about expectations for teens who are on campus but not enrolled in Supervised Stay. https://www.cvillechec.org/faqs
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Unstructured play and social time
|
$68.00 |
5-18 |
Melissa Kirkpatrick
|
2/8
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Time Travelers
Each week we will learn about a different period in time through hands on exploration! We will learn about important moments in history, some fascinating mysteries, and complete a timeline to keep track of our travels. We will explore history through sensory exploration and completion of various hands on projects.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Hands on history exploration!
|
$210.00 |
5-7 |
Casandra Wendell
|
0/8
|
TBA |
TBA |
Closed |
|
|
Karate/Ninja Warrior
This course introduces a fun and relaxing way to learn self defense (non-violent, non-sparring). Gain situational awareness/stranger danger, discuss life skills such as self-discipline, self-confidence, anti-violence bully prevention, goal setting, leadership, anger management techniques, etc. Besides learning fundamental building blocks of karate as a martial art, the fitness part of this class will also involve using obstacle courses to improve agility, flexibility, and lower and upper body strength. As part of your ninja warrior and fitness training, you will also get the opportunity to experience virtual reality fitness fighting AI ninjas, virtual reality obstacle course, light saber fighting in a star wars VR game, etc.
Notes: Former students will continue with their next belts and new students will begin the class with a white belt. Students are also encouraged to wear a white top to class (optional, but highly recommended) to promote uniformity, discipline, and team spirit.
Prerequisites:
Karate & life skills w/obstacle courses
|
$200.00 |
5-7 |
Louis Torkornoo
|
4/12
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Mixed Media Art Lab
There are so many cool art materials to create with! Let’s do that! We’ll combine elements drawn, painted, sculpted, printed, collaged, assembled….maybe we’ll make puppets, pins, wearable art, mobiles and so much more! This is a great course to explore many different and cool materials! Polymer clay, tooling foil, printmaking, and so much more!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Art with a variety of materials
|
$205.00 |
8-11 |
Kat Freeman
|
7/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Exploring the Mysteries of the Past
Join us for an exciting adventure into the world of archaeology! In this hands-on class, students will become young archaeologists, learning how to uncover the mysteries of the past. We’ll explore ancient civilizations, dig into artifacts, and understand how people lived long ago. Let’s uncover history together and become the next generation of archaeologists!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Archaeology
|
$205.00 |
8-11 |
Megan Bailey
|
10/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
Chronicles of Narnia (Book 1)
Students will read The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (1st book of the Chronicles of Narnia) during the term at home. Please purchase or borrow The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis for at home reading assignments (using an audiobook is fine too). Class time will be used for discussions, games, and activities. Students will be given a journal for their work. We will draw characters and landscapes using the descriptions in the book, make a diorama, write a scene, play Narnia MadLibs, discuss the story, match vocabulary to definitions, and more. We may even enjoy a recipe from the book (tea & scones)!
Notes: Homework required: Students will need to read the book at home over the course of the term
Prerequisites:
Literature
|
$195.00 |
8-11 |
Shelley Marshall
|
0/8
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Play the States
Using mnemonic devices and games to remember, students will learn the 50 states, their two letter abbreviations and capitals. Students will "act-out" memory hacks to cement learning and have lots of fun!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Learn the US States and Capitols
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$195.00 |
8-12 |
Maggie Lee
|
2/10
|
TBA |
TBA |
Open |
|
|
Spanish Learning Through Games
Learn beginner Spanish and increase your vocabulary through games! We will play lots of charades, headbands, bingo and more to learn Spanish while having fun. This class will be geared towards students who have not had prior Spanish classes but will be a great review opportunity for those with some prior knowledge. Incorporating games into your language-learning routine can improve vocabulary retention, grammar comprehension, listening and speaking skills, and overall fluency. Come join us!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Games to learn beginner Spanish vocab.
|
$195.00 |
9-12 |
Katie Harper
|
7/7
|
TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
|
|
Les Futurs Chefs !
Crêpes, mousse au chocolat, sablés, salade de concombre à la crème, salade de tomates, bœuf aux carottes, croque monsieur à la provençale…these are some of the possibilities we could make together! The main idea is to learn some of French Cuisine classic recipes that you can later make at home for your family and friends! Come for some fun, improve your cooking skills and even practice your French! Written recipes will be provided.
Notes: Students should wear old clothes or bring an apron. Students should also bring an insulated bag if possible to transport home food after class. Students will use sharp knives and the stove and oven. Although every effort will be made to ensure that dietary needs are met, such as removing peanuts or nuts, the instructor cannot guarantee there will be no risk of exposure to allergens. Any student allergy must be known by the instructor on the first week of class, even before if possible, to allow an adequate recipe selection.
Prerequisites:
Strong focus and listening skills. Ability to follow instructions, ability to safely handle sharp knives. Knowledge of French language is great, but not required. Some cooking experience.
French cuisine classics
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$220.00 |
12-18 |
Odette Lagace
|
7/8
|
Upstairs kitchen |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
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Paint and Sip
Let's Paint and Sip! Styled after the popular 'Paint and Sip' workshops, students will follow along on their own canvas and easel, learning to paint a new picture each week with acrylic paints, while sipping tasty beverages. We'll amass a fun portfolio of canvases throughout the term, with subjects such as flowers, animals, trees, geometric patterns & shapes, landscapes, insects, and more. Having fun painting, we'll be learning about color, mixing paints, and brush stroke techniques. Each student will get their own set of paintbrushes and paints to use and bring home.
Notes: Small simple drink choices, like herbal teas and lower sugar juice boxes will be offered, and Instructor will check in with Families before term begins. Acrylic paints can stain clothing if not washed out immediately, so students should dress accordingly or bring a smock.
Prerequisites:
Students should be able & willing to sit and listen for a length of time and follow directions; some patience is recommended.
Acrylic painting
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$215.00 |
12-18 |
Laura Henley
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9/10
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Engine Building Board Games
Board games in this class all have one thing in common -- engines. You might be asking yourself what an engine in the context of a board game is. This type of engine is created by a player during the game, which increases their available actions in future turns. Settlers Of Catan is one engine game you may be familiar with. In Catan, the engine allows players to input a resource, which subsequently produces more resources. Students will play a variety of games that use the engine mechanic as a main feature of play.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should be able to read and be interested in learning more complex board games.
Gameplay with engine building format
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$205.00 |
13-18 |
Owen Lamison
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4/4
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TBA |
TBA |
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Monday - 2:25- 3:25 |
Fairy Houses & Gnome Bridges
Do you believe in fairies? What about trolls? In this class, we’ll build tiny houses and furniture from twigs gathered outside. Make a house that a fairy could live in, or one that looks like your own miniature fantasy house. Gather and build with moss, acorns, small pine cones, and bark. Once the house is built, we’ll decorate it with ribbon, leaves, flowers - whatever we can find! We will also explore making troll bridges, ladders, and more!
Notes: We will use hot glue guns in this class. This teacher welcomes parent/family volunteers who would like to assist one or more days during the term. Assistants are simply on hand to help students create as the teacher facilitates the class (gluing/taping/painting/building etc.). Contact instructor janetbeals@sbcglobal.net for more info or to schedule a day to help out.
Prerequisites:
Fairies, Gnomes and Building
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$151.00 |
5-7 |
Janet Beals
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0/8
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Monday - 2:25- 3:40 |
Supervised Stay (4th period)
Supervised Stay provides supervision by site managers for enrolled students, and typically takes place outdoors on the playground and/or indoors in our lounge area. Please note that there are no structured/planned activities provided during Supervised Stay. This option is often utilized by students who have a gap between 2 classes, or those who have a free period while a sibling is taking a class. If a parent is onsite and supervising their child, the child does not need to be enrolled in Supervised Stay.
Teens ages 13 and up have the option of staying onsite without enrolling in (and paying for) Supervised Stay. Please see our FAQ for more information about expectations for teens who are on campus but not enrolled in Supervised Stay. https://www.cvillechec.org/faqs
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Unstructured play and social time
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$68.00 |
5-18 |
Melissa Kirkpatrick
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0/8
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Playground |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Hysterical Holidays
We all know about Independence Day and Valentine's Day, but did you know there's a National Popcorn Day? What about Appreciate a Dragon Day? There's a holiday to celebrate every day of the year! Each week we'll explore unusual holidays through a variety of games and activities. And of course, there are many food-related holidays, so we will be preparing and eating our creations to celebrate. Join us as we learn the origins of these obscure holidays and how people choose to celebrate them.
Notes: We will be prepping/eating food each week.
Prerequisites:
Weird holidays and their origins
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$210.00 |
5-7 |
Megan Bailey
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2/10
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Yoga Bugs and Butterflies
Open your wings with Yoga games and art! Yoga helps your creativity and joy of learning flow! Mindful practices teach you how to gently focus your mind with fun! Each class we will do some Yoga and Mindfulness play with cards, movement, drama and balances. Then we will transfer the energy to creating some works of art including painting, sculpture and collage.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Yoga, creativity and art
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$195.00 |
5-8 |
Monica Farrell
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3/10
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Stories in a Basket
There are endless stories in our story basket-- each week students will explore the themed story basket to create and act-out a collaborative story within the class. Themes will include a woodland picnic, shopping spree, trip to the beach plus more! Class emphasis is on creative, active and cooperative learning and fun.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Student-led, active story creation
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$195.00 |
5-7 |
Maggie Lee
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3/10
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Who Were Lewis & Clark?
Learn all about the 1804-1806 Lewis and Clark Expedition to find the western border of the North America. Lewis and Clark (and Sacajawea too) paved the way for westward expansion in the US. We will learn about the men and women who took the journey as well as the Native American tribes they met along the way. The expedition was full of new sights and experiences for the explorers. We will make a journal to document new discoveries, map a portion of the route, build a boat (paper or wood, TBD), trade medals and beads with Native Americans, and play a Lewis and Clark trivia game as well as other activities.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
History
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$195.00 |
8-11 |
Shelley Marshall
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0/8
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Magic You Can Make II
Make a new magic trick each week! Magic You Can Make II will involve decorating props, gluing and taping props together, and building props from the ground up. There will be mind reading magic, and students will learn to magically produce items, and other fun magic tricks they can use to fool their friends and family. At the end of the course the students will get a video recapping all the magic tricks they made.
Notes: The tricks that will be taught in this class have not been taught in other classes from this instructor. There is no magic kit sent home at the end of the term for this class because students are making a new magic trick each week.
Prerequisites:
Students do not need to have taken Magic You Can Make I prior to enrolling in this course.
Learn and make your own magic tricks
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$205.00 |
8-12 |
Wes Iseli
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2/15
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Virtual Reality Adventures
Whether or not you have tried virtual reality, get ready to have your mind blown! In this fun and exciting course, you'll get to experience various ways that VR technological marvel has made its way into our society. You'll get to visit national and exotic locations such as museums and historical and modern landmarks. Think Greek ruins! Eiffel Tower! Big Ben! and national parks! Experience VR roller coasters, fitness with music, beat saber, musical concerts, outer space, ocean exploration, dinosaurs, 8 Wonders of the World and more. The possibilities are so endless they can't be contained in just one CHEC term.
For those students who choose to try the VR fitness portion of the course (optional), you can choose Star Wars VR light saber training, fighting against Darth Vader, boxing to different music genres from rock to classical music against targets or robots, karate (fighting against kungfu masters and ninjas), and parkour/obstacle courses. Students will take frequent breaks from using the devices to share individual experiences and devices will be thoroughly cleaned during breaks.
Notes: Former students may still join the class and either continue with their specific ongoing explorations or choose one of the other numerous options.
Prerequisites:
Variety of fun VR experiences
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$195.00 |
8-12 |
Louis Torkornoo
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7/12
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Crafting with Beads, Leather, and Paracord
We will spend the Winter Session making beaded jewelry, leather key chains, a leather drawstring satchel, a small leather notepad and a few other fun things, all while learning how to tie different knots, coordinate colors, measure, sew, leather stamp and more.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Beginners leather work
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$230.00 |
9-12 |
Leah Craig
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5/10
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Engine Building Board Games
Board games in this class all have one thing in common -- engines. You might be asking yourself what an engine in the context of a board game is. This type of engine is created by a player during the game, which increases their available actions in future turns. Settlers Of Catan is one engine game you may be familiar with. In Catan, the engine allows players to input a resource, which subsequently produces more resources. Students will play a variety of games that use the engine mechanic as a main feature of play.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should be able to read and be interested in learning more complex board games.
Gameplay with engine building format
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$205.00 |
11-13 |
Owen Lamison
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1/4
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Lights, Camera, ACTING! - CHEC Spring Play: Part 1
Join the cast of this comedy play set in Hollywood California and in The Wild West in the year 1925. *Play Description Below*
In Part 1 of this theatre class, students will get a part in the play and dive into their role(s). This class will focus on learning lines, blocking and working on creating costumes/props. This comedy involves voice acting, stunts, improv and yes, some song and dance! We will continue this class in the Spring Term (CHEC Spring Play: Part 2) and our performance will be in May 2025. Students who join our cast for Part One are expected to join Part 2 in the Spring Term and be in our May 2025 play performance.
*Three famous Hollywood movie stars from the silent movie era are abruptly fired. Just when all hope is lost, a young woman from a small dusty Gold Rush town in the California hills, offers the actors a high paying, career-saving job. The three movie stars jump at the opportunity to act again, only to find themselves in real danger with a real villain. Can these actors save the small town from the bad guy and his villainous gang?
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Must be a little silly, like to have fun, be willing to try new things and work with others! This class does involve learning the script and working as a group. No prior experience in theatre is required. All students in the class will be cast in the play. Please note that students with prior CHEC play experience will be considered first for larger roles.
Acting, theatre/stage performance
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$205.00 |
12-18 |
Autumn Starnes
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9/20
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Social Hall |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Cloaked in History
In this course, we will be making an 18th-century knee-length cloak using the historically accurate Burnley and Trowbridge pattern and sew-along videos. I will teach you historic and useful hand-stitching techniques, a bit of history of 18th c. clothing, and you will have a beautiful and functional garment to frolic around in at the end of the class! Cloaks are a great garment to start with, because they aren't particularly fitted, and don't need much edge finishing. I am so excited to do this class with you!
Notes: MATERIALS-- PLEASE NOTE: I am not including the cost of the fabric in the course materials fee. You can choose to make a long-lasting wool garment (my favorite!) that will function as a 3 season outerwear garment and last you decades, or you can use a polar fleece fabric that will still be nice and toasty, but won't last quite as long or hang quite as majestically. The wool fabric will run you about $90, and the polar fleece will run about $15-20, possibly less, at Joann's. If you enroll, please send me a quick email at solennelearning@gmail.com, and I will send you the extra materials list to have with you for the first day of class. The materials fee for the class will cover needles, thread, notions, and the sewing pattern. **You will be expected to sew at home between class days.**
Prerequisites:
This class will be fine-motor heavy. Being able to do small, detailed things with your hands will be very helpful.
Handstitch an 18th century cloak!
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$190.00 |
13-18 |
Alena Solenne
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8/6
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TBA |
TBA |
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Solve It!
Put your solving skills to the test! Each week participants will work individually and on teams to solve a wide variety of puzzles, problems and challenges set to a different theme. Week 1 TEAM MIND (Group Challenges) | Week 2 DETECTIVE MIND (Mysteries) | Week 3 SPATIAL MIND (Physical and Mental Jigsaws) | Week 4 KINESTHETIC MIND (Minute-to-Win-It-style Challenges) | Week 5 LINGUISTIC MIND (Word Puzzles and Games) | Week 6 FLUID MIND (Power of Observation Games) | Week 7 QUICK MIND (Speed Run Tournament) | Week 8 SAMPLER MIND (Jeopardy-Style Mini Solves).
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Good sportsmanship is a must as we will definitely have some friendly competition throughout the term.
Brain games
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$205.00 |
13-18 |
Susan Maccarelli
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6/6
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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Lessons in Mindfulness
Ever wonder what mindfulness actually is? In this class you will learn what mindfulness is and how to apply it to your life. Some example topics include gratitude, contentment, perspective, stress-free, self-love, embracing the now, handling difficult emotions, sleep hygiene, and positive thinking.
Notes: No class on Jan 13 will use make up day, Mar 3.
Prerequisites:
Mindfulness for youth
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$230.00 |
13-18 |
Stephanie Berry
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1/12
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TBA |
TBA |
Open |
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