All fall term classes will run for 8 weeks. Full payment is due upon registration in order to complete your enrollment
Fall 2024
: (September 09, 2024
- November 13, 2024)
Make Up Days Nov. 11th/12th/13th, 2024 (CHEC/CHECstra Tween/CHECstra Teen); Week of October 14th is Fall Break - No Classes
Register before 2024-08-29 to avoid the late
registration fee of $5.00 per
class.
Scholarship applications are due by
2024-08-29.
| Class |
Cost |
Ages |
Instructor |
Enrolled |
Room |
Site |
Status |
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Monday - 09:45-11:00 |
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
|
2/8
|
Playground |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
ASL for beginners
American sign language is a silent language! Instead of making sounds with your mouth, you'll learn to portray your thoughts and feelings with your body, hands, and facial expressions all of which are used together to convey the point you're trying to make. Kids will have a craft that correlates to the different vocabulary we will be learning each week, as well as a workbook they can take home at the end of the semester to continue learning and practicing.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should be at 100% letter recognition, however do not need to be able to read, although it will make their learning a little easier.
ASL no experience req.
|
$195.00 |
5-7 |
Melissa Kirkpatrick
|
2/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Cool Creatures
Let’s get inspired by all the beautiful creatures in our world, and maybe some that we only imagine! We’ll explore many different media, including drawing, paint, printmaking, clay, beading, and collage. Whether it’s filling a jar with collaged bugs, printing a fish, sculpting an animal, making animal puppets, making a beautiful beaded fish or stitching a creature friend, it will be super fun!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Draw, paint, sculpt, collage
|
$205.00 |
5-7 |
Kat Freeman
|
8/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Scat, Dung, and Guano - It's all poop, you know!
Did you know that animals have their own special way of leaving messages in nature? It’s called poop! Poop can look very different depending on the animal. Rabbits make little round balls, deer leave tiny piles, and elephants have huge poops! Poop helps scientists learn about animals. By looking at poop, they can tell what the animal has been eating, if it’s healthy, and even which animals are living in a certain area. Did you know some beetles roll poop into balls and eat it? They are called dung beetles. Wombats, a type of animal from Australia, have cube-shaped poop! Children will learn about the importance of animal poop in nature, recognize different types of animal poop, and understand its role in the ecosystem.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Animal digestive study
|
$200.00 |
6-8 |
Megan Bailey
|
3/12
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Cryptozoology – Cryptids, Monsters, and Myths
In this class we will learn about cryptids and monsters. We will learn where each myth originates and see if we can’t debunk a few or prove some real. The students will learn from a variety of books, podcasts, and videos in class.
There will be an artistic piece for each class. We will create nature paintings and hide a monster or two in the painting. The students will create their own monster and build a diorama of the habitat their monster lives in. Students will create their monster with art materials. Students will then write a myth to go along with the monster they have created and present it at the end of the semester. Of course we will color some cryptid coloring pages. We will even cook up some Bigfoot droppings.
Notes: Please keep in mind that some of the content will be more mature in nature due to the scare factor of the monsters.
Prerequisites:
Art, creative writing, story telling
|
$220.00 |
8-13 |
Sarah Wilson
|
12/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Waitlist |
|
|
Paint & Bake Brunch
Students will begin class by following a recipe to make a baked treat (ex. muffins, coffee cake, turnovers). While the sweet snack is baking, students will create some sweet art. Each week, a famous artist and art style will be presented. Students may choose to imitate this artist/style or use their own creativity. Art works will be made with tempera/acrylic/watercolor paint on various types of paper.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
While we bake, we paint
|
$230.00 |
9-12 |
Shelley Marshall
|
7/8
|
Lower Hall Kitchen |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Creative Writing
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. We will also talk about what it means, what it takes and how to go about becoming a published writer.
Notes: *THIS CLASS WILL NOT MEET on Monday, November 4th and will use the November 11th make up day* This class does not require homework, but students will certainly get a lot more out of it if they write at home between classes. There is an expectation to have writings to share with a partner for peer review in some classes. We will have timed writing during the class period, but writing at home between classes is highly recommended to get the most out of the class.
Prerequisites:
Students should be naturally strong readers and writers. We will do handwritten assignments, but using an iPad or laptop for typing is acceptable as well (but not required). Smartphones are highly discouraged.
Creative writing
|
$210.00 |
10-13 |
Rebecca Muller
|
7/12
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Learners and Labs
Learn about different fields within engineering as we work together to complete a variety of hands on labs. Each class we will complete a different lab as we learn to tackle real world problems that engineers today face. We will explore biomedical engineering and discover how light is used in the medical field. The field of civil engineering will be explored as we build bridges and test their weight capacity. Learn about aerospace engineering as we learn how payloads are sent into space, and mechanical engineering as we explore flight designs. We will also discover how engineers are working to combat climate change as we build a solar powered car, our own renewable energy windmill and discover the importance of Green Hydrogen and learn how we can produce our own.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Hands on engineering exploration
|
$195.00 |
10-12 |
Casandra Wendell
|
2/8
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Set the Stage
Join me in bringing favorite picture books to life for the fall play. We'll be sewing costumes, making masks, painting set pieces, and making some very silly hats. We need bunny costumes, monster masks, princess garbs, and pastoral blocks. Come bring imaginary worlds to life.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Set design and costume construction
|
$205.00 |
10-18 |
Teela James
|
6/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Data Detectives
Have you ever wondered how many video game systems are in your friends’ houses? How about pairs of shoes? Windows? BOOKS (could we even count that?!)? Join our class and complete a project that will include data collection and analysis—graphs, averages, fraction/decimal/percent, spreadsheets and powerpoint, and more!
This class will likely involve some homework in order to fully complete the project.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should have a rudimentary understanding of fractions. Multiplication and division understanding will be crucial in this class, though full fluency is not required.
Project based data collection & analysis
|
$190.00 |
13-18 |
Rebecca Reilly
|
1/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Board Gamer II
No more trying to round up a group of like-minded gamers at a designated time. This intentionally small group will meet each week with one thing in common - board games! If you have taken my board gamer classes in the past, we will be playing 8 new games (no repeats from past terms). Many of the games we will play are a bit higher on the complexity scale, and require longer game play stamina. Tentative game contenders include: Quacks of Quedlinberg, Forbidden Jungle, Wingspan, Letters from Whitechapel, Carnival of Monsters, Mice & Mystics, Overboss and Park and Shop (fresh from its 1960s box!). An identical class will be offered at another time for the same age group to accommodate more participants and keep groups small. And yes, for all my returning students, there will be silly awards given at the end of the class because you are never too old for silly awards.
Notes: Whitechapel is one of the games we will play in this class, and is a game based on Jack the Ripper. While we won't be diving into the history/gore of Jack, the object is to catch him during his murder spree, while playing the roles of the constables and detectives that worked the case in 1888. Students who are sensitive to this theme may wish to pass on this class.
Prerequisites:
Previous Board Gamer classes not required. The class name is simply to indicate that this class will play different games than Board Gamer I offered in a prior term.
Strategy, competition, risk taking
|
$200.00 |
14-18 |
Susan Maccarelli
|
4/4
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Waitlist |
|
|
|
Monday - 09:50-10:50 |
Rock Climbing Fundamentals for Rocky Top Members
Come learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. In this eight session course we will cover climbing safety/etiquette, establish a strong foundation of basic techniques, and explore various training strategies which can be implemented by each student to enhance their personal climbing adventure going forward.
Notes: **CLASS WILL NOT MEET ON SEPTEMBER 30th and will use the November 11th make-up day instead.** 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
|
0/1
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
Rock Climbing Fundamentals
Come learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. In this eight session course we will cover climbing safety/etiquette, establish a strong foundation of basic techniques, and explore various training strategies which can be implemented by each student to enhance their personal climbing adventure going forward.
Notes: **CLASS WILL NOT MEET ON SEPTEMBER 30th and will use the November 11th make-up day instead.** 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
|
6/8
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
|
Monday - 11:10-12:25 |
The Magic Cauldron: An Enchanted Introduction to Herbalism
Plants each have their own unique energy vibrations. When we learn to harness this energy, we can use it to empower and enrich our lives. In this class, we’ll investigate the general anatomy of plants, as well as their medicinal and mystical properties. We’ll craft calming concoctions with lavender and lemon balm. We’ll energize ourselves with mint and marigolds. We’ll discover how to strengthen immunity with echinacea and elderberry.
Notes: This class will meet outdoors except in the case of extreme weather (high winds, thunderstorm, temps below 45*). We may get messy so please have a backup change of clothes/shoes available. We will be having plant based snacks each week so please make me aware of any allergies or aversions.
Prerequisites:
Botany, herbalism, art
|
$215.00 |
5-7 |
Amy Eachus
|
8/10
|
Labyrinth |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Arrggh... Pirates!
Ahoy there, matey – welcome aboard! Are you ready to set sail on exciting journeys across the seven seas? In this class, we’ll learn all about being a brave and clever pirate. We’ll master pirate skills, such as map reading, so we’re ready for our treasure hunt for shiny treasures and hidden gems. We’ll create our own pirate gear, including pirate hats and eye patches. We’ll learn the Pirate Code and work together to protect our treasure and keep an eye out for rebel pirates. Beware of capture or mutiny – you just might have to walk the plank! Every day is a new adventure when you’re a pirate!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Pirate study
|
$195.00 |
5-7 |
Megan Bailey
|
6/12
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Hand Builders 101
Join us for 4 weeks of sensory exploration as we use our powerful hands to explore sensory bins, playdough (both homemade and store bought), air dry clay and model magic. We will use various tools in our exploration, such as (kid safe) scissors, tweezers, rolling pins and different sized scoops. We will roll, cut, squeeze, pinch, explore, create and probably even get a little messy! The final 4 weeks we will use our amazing hands to explore ceramics! We will build using real clay, create amazing things, and choose our absolute favorite to fire and glaze.
Notes: Materials in sensory bins won't always be taste safe and may include small objects. Ceramics clay and glaze will be purchased locally and will be food safe.
Prerequisites:
Sensory exploration and ceramics
|
$210.00 |
5-7 |
Casandra Wendell
|
5/6
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
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 |
|
|
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 |
6-9 |
Louis Torkornoo
|
6/12
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners 1 of 3
D&D helps kids build confidence, collaboration skills and imagination, and plenty of math. We will work on new skills and new campaigns each semester. There will be 3 campaigns/semesters per CHEC year.
Prebuilt character sheets will be available to children 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 campaigns. We will use campaigns written by D&D Adventure Club. The stories are written for children.
Each player will receive a set of dice their 1st campaign (Fall Semester), a miniature that we will paint in class the 2nd campaign (Winter Semester), and the 3rd and final campaign (Spring Semester) each child will build and paint a dice tower. These campaigns are not intended to teach full D&D rule sets, but will ready students for Advanced, 2nd, v3.5, 4th, and 5th edition rule sets.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Role play game for beginners
|
$205.00 |
8-12 |
Sarah Wilson
|
7/6
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Waitlist |
|
|
ASL for beginners
American sign language is a silent language! Instead of making sounds with your mouth, you'll learn to portray your thoughts and feelings with your body, hands, and facial expressions all of which are used together to covey the point you're trying to make. Kids will have a craft that correlates to the different vocabulary we will be learning each week, as well as a work book they can take home at the end of the semester to continue learning and practicing.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
ASL no experience req.
|
$205.00 |
8-11 |
Melissa Kirkpatrick
|
11/12
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Welcome to the Jungle!
Let's make some WILD art, inspired by the jungle! Think crazy colorful birds, a tiny jungle world sculpted of polymer clay, a butterfly pillow… We’ll draw, paint, print, sculpt and collage, using a variety of materials, like plaster strips, polymer clay, fun papers, paint, oil pastels, and more. Come join the fun!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Mixed media art
|
$210.00 |
8-11 |
Kat Freeman
|
4/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Data Detectives
Have you ever wondered how many video game systems are in your friends’ houses? How about pairs of shoes? Windows? BOOKS (could we even count that?!)? Join our class and complete a project that will include data collection and analysis—graphs, averages, fraction/decimal/percent, spreadsheets and powerpoint, and more!
This class will likely involve some homework in order to fully complete the project.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should have a rudimentary understanding of fractions. Multiplication and division understanding will be crucial in this class, though full fluency is not required.
Project based data collection & analysis
|
$190.00 |
9-12 |
Rebecca Reilly
|
6/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Get With the Program
Like solving puzzles? Enjoy working with computers? Chances are you'll enjoy computer programming. This class covers the basics of Ruby, an open-source programming language widely used for web programming and scripting. We'll cover core programming concepts like variables, conditionals, loops, arrays, hashes, and the basics of object-oriented coding. Classes will be very hands-on. Students will work on small programming tasks to play with each concept as it is introduced. Although this class is specific to Ruby, the concepts are widely applicable to other programming languages.
Notes: Students will need to bring a computer with Ruby installed. Instructor will contact parents prior to class with details.
Prerequisites:
No programming experience required. Students should be fluent readers and comfortable using computers including saving files and connecting to wifi.
Computer programming
|
$190.00 |
12-18 |
Teela James
|
7/8
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Veghead
Eat your plants! Let's sharpen your cooking skills while learning how to make some tasty food. We will cook a new vegetarian recipe every week. Prior to class starting you will get to vote on what recipes we'll make, some possibilities will include Thai curries, Tikka Masala, "chick'n nuggets" or stir fry, 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 gluten free.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Ability to follow instructor's directions and comfort with using sharp knives.
Cooking
|
$220.00 |
12-18 |
Kim Lohan
|
6/6
|
Upstairs kitchen |
Unitarian Universalist |
Waitlist |
|
|
Board Gamer II
No more trying to round up a group of like-minded gamers at a designated time. This intentionally small group will meet each week with one thing in common - board games! If you have taken my board gamer classes in the past, we will be playing 8 new games (no repeats from past terms). Many of the games we will play are a bit higher on the complexity scale, and require longer game play stamina. Tentative game contenders include: Quacks of Quedlinberg, Forbidden Jungle, Wingspan, Letters from Whitechapel, Carnival of Monsters, Mice & Mystics, Overboss and Park and Shop (fresh from its 1960s box!). An identical class will be offered at another time for the same age group to accommodate more participants and keep groups small. And yes, for all my returning students, there will be silly awards given at the end of the class because you are never too old for silly awards.
Notes: Whitechapel is one of the games we will play in this class, and is a game based on Jack the Ripper. While we won't be diving into the history/gore of Jack, the object is to catch him during his murder spree, while playing the roles of the constables and detectives that worked the case in 1888. Students who are sensitive to this theme may wish to pass on this class.
Prerequisites:
Previous Board Gamer classes not required. The class name is simply to indicate that this class will play different games than Board Gamer I offered in a prior term.
Strategy, competition, risk taking
|
$200.00 |
13-18 |
Susan Maccarelli
|
4/4
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Waitlist |
|
|
|
Monday - 11:20-12:20 |
Kid's Kitchen
Kid's Kitchen is a cooking class where student will learn to make their favorite foods. Suggestions for the following week’s recipes are welcomed and preferred. Let’s share our favorite recipes!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Learn to make your favorite foods
|
$194.00 |
7-11 |
Arianne Dallas
|
7/8
|
Lower Hall Kitchen |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Rock Climbing Fundamentals
Come learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. In this eight session course we will cover climbing safety/etiquette, establish a strong foundation of basic techniques, and explore various training strategies which can be implemented by each student to enhance their personal climbing adventure going forward.
Notes: **CLASS WILL NOT MEET ON SEPTEMBER 30th and will use the November 11th make-up day instead.** 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
|
5/6
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
Rock Climbing Fundamentals for Rocky Top Members
Come learn the fundamentals of rock climbing from an experienced instructor at Rocky Top Climbing. In this eight session course we will cover climbing safety/etiquette, establish a strong foundation of basic techniques, and explore various training strategies which can be implemented by each student to enhance their personal climbing adventure going forward.
Notes: **CLASS WILL NOT MEET ON SEPTEMBER 30th and will use the November 11th make-up day instead.** 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
|
0/2
|
Gym |
Rocky Top Climbing Gym |
Open |
|
|
Aviation
Students will explore aviation and flight from 1900 to the present, and will have an opportunity to build a flying model and explore flight. 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 |
12-18 |
Coach West
|
1/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
|
Monday - 13:00-14:00 |
Let's Build - Eight Wonders of the World
We'll use cardboard, corks, tape, glue, and many other materials to sketch and create wonders of the world. We'll locate each wonder on a map of the world. Learners will make rockets from Florida's Cape Canaveral, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Pyramids of Giza from Egypt, and the Colosseum in Rome, Italy. We'll also make the Great Wall of China, and New York City's Statue of Liberty, which was a gift from France. On a lighter note, we'll make the world's Largest Frying Pan (14 feet), and other fun "Wonders."
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Geography, history, & construction
|
$152.00 |
5-8 |
Janet Beals
|
7/8
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
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
|
4/12
|
Basketball Court - Washington Park |
UU-Outdoors |
Open |
|
|
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Monday - 13:00-14:15 |
Art Then and Now, Inspired By the Greats
In this exciting class we’ll take our inspiration from some of the great artists of the past, as well as those currently working. Whether it’s sculpture inspired by Louise Nevilson, vibrant “puddle paintings” inspired by Helen Frankenthaler, mixed media abstractions inspired by Reggie Laurent, or pop art inspired by working artist Marta Minujin, we’ll have a great time exploring many media!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Mixed media art
|
$205.00 |
5-7 |
Kat Freeman
|
3/10
|
TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
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
|
4/8
|
Playground |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
|
|
Fun With African Games
Do you ever wonder what kinds of games children in other parts of the world play? As an African teacher, kids often ask me about my childhood games in Ghana. Well here's your chance to learn fresh, intriguing, and fascinating games from my African childhood.
You will also learn African words as you delve into games from different parts of Africa. Join us to compete against your friends in individual or team games and become a champion. Game examples include Oware, Pilololo, Ludo, Ensuo-pipo-bremu (River-Mountain-Valley), Ampe, and more. These creative and fun games will challenge you mentally, strategically, and build your skills as an individual or as a team. Some games will test your short-term memory while others will challenge your teamwork, communication skills, and mental stamina as you develop new strategies and devise unique techniques that will put you in front of the pack.
Notes: Parents are more than welcome to join their children in this class.
Prerequisites:
None
African games with fresh new twist
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$190.00 |
5-8 |
Louis Torkornoo
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2/12
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Poetry Tea Time
Through poetry written for children, this group will introduce appreciation of language, rhythm, meter, and imagery, in the contemplative and soothing setting of a circle time with tea. We will listen to poetry for kids, and complete an activity (game, song, craft) that complements the poetic theme of the week. Finally, we will produce a collective chapbook.
Notes: *NOTE* this season will cover a new slate of poets, so both new and returning students will enjoy new material. We will have simple herbal tea each week. Instructor will check in with families, but likely mint, hibiscus, chamomile, etc.
Prerequisites:
Introduction to poetry appreciation
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$205.00 |
5-7 |
Gwendolyn Bright
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6/12
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Labyrinth |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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How-To-Cube (and other twisty-puzzles...)
Do you like solving challenging puzzles and looking like a genius in front of friends and family? In this class we will learn to solve the 3x3x3 Rubik's cube using beginner-level algorithms. Those same skills can then be applied to more complex puzzles that look even more intimidating. Along the way we will look at the history of cube puzzles, how they work, what makes them so fascinating, modern speed-cubing competitions and much more.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should know left from right and have been introduced to the concept of 'clockwise' rotation
Bend your brain around 3-D puzzles!
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$190.00 |
8-11 |
Aaron Reilly
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8/9
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Why Knot?
Embark on a journey through the intricate world of knots, ropes, and practical craftsmanship. This course offers a hands-on exploration of knot tying techniques with a focus on creating custom crafted items and developing real-life skills. We will delve into the history and significance of knots, their role in maritime traditions, outdoor survival, and everyday applications. From basic knots to complex lashings, we will practice essential techniques, all while developing problem-solving abilities, improving dexterity and hand-eye coordination, and cultivating a mindset of resourcefulness and adaptability. "Why Knot?" unravel the endless possibilities of this timeless art form.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Knot tying
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$215.00 |
8-11 |
Erica Shackelton
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2/10
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Spooky, Groovy Science
Have you ever watched a movie and wondered, "How did they make that blood look so real?" Or walked through a haunted house with your eyes closed because the terrors were too scary? In this class, we will deconstruct many of the mysteries behind movie special effects, magic tricks, and even those spooky "fun" houses of the festive fall season. We'll explore how certain input (sound, light, etc) can influence how we perceive our environment. We'll ask questions such as, "Would I still be frightened if my favorite song was playing instead of this spooky one?" We'll learn more than you ever wanted to know about things that go bump in the night!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
None
Science used in movies, magic, and more!
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$200.00 |
9-12 |
Megan Bailey
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4/12
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Graphic Novel Book Club
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, analytic and 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. Proposed Syllabus: will include one graphic novel a week. The final list of books will be sent out the month before classes start. Examples of books to be included are “When Stars are Scattered”, “Fish Girl”, “Cardboard Kingdom” and “El Deafo”.
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
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$195.00 |
9-12 |
Katie Harper
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5/7
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TBA-UU |
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, owls, trees, pumpkins, geometric patterns & shapes, landscapes, insects, animals, 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. At the end of term, we will put up a gallery show (optional) of our favorite paintings.
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, thus students may want to bring a smock or an old T-shirt to wear.
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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$220.00 |
9-12 |
Laura Henley
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9/10
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Portraiture: The Art of Faces
Let’s dive deep into a few faces! In this class we will hone our drawing skills while creating portraits. Students will use different techniques such as grid drawing and drawing from life with mirrors. We’ll be working with mostly graphite, charcoal, and soft pastels. We’ll study some famous portrait artists and talk about the significance of capturing people’s faces & expressions. You’ll get to take home an artist toolbox at the end of the course for future drawing endeavors.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Students should already have a love of art and be comfortable making art in front of others and sharing it.
Studio art
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$230.00 |
11-18 |
Amber Jones
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7/12
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Nail Art
We will learn about nail care and different nail art techniques, including stamping, line drawing and dotting, sponging and stickers! A student can take this class even if they do not want to paint their own nails.
Notes: Supplies used in this class can have strong fumes. Please take this into consideration if sensitive.
Prerequisites:
Nail painting and art
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$230.00 |
11-18 |
Kristen Steege
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4/8
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Dungeons & Dragons for Teens 1 of 3
D&D helps students build confidence, collaboration skills and imagination, and there is plenty of math. We will work on new skills and new campaigns each semester. There will be 3 campaigns/semesters per CHEC year.
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 campaigns.
Each player will receive a set of dice their 1st campaign (Fall Semester), a miniature that we will paint in class the 2nd campaign (Winter Semester), and the 3rd and final campaign (Spring Semester) each child will build and paint a dice tower.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Role play game for teens
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$205.00 |
13-18 |
Sarah Wilson
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6/6
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Waitlist |
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Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
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. Each player will receive a set of dice their 1st campaign (Fall Semester).
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Role play game for teens
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$205.00 |
13-18 |
Owen Lamison
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5/6
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TBA |
TBA |
Waitlist |
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Get to Know Poe
In this course, we will learn about the tragic life of Edgar Allan Poe and study several of his haunting works including The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Masque of Red Death, The Fall of the House of Usher, and others. Literary devices and vocabulary will be discussed. Writing and art will be incorporated. Reading assignments will either be communicated via email or printouts will be given during class. Each short story or poem should be read at home so that class time can be used for review, discussion, and creative projects. In class, we will take a look at some different interpretations of Poe's stories in the form of graphic novels, manga, and videos.
Notes: WARNING: This class will deal with themes of death, disease, decay, insanity, murder, and malice. Topics may be disturbing for some. Many Poe collections are available at the public library. If students wish to purchase a collection of illustrated stories, I recommend Edgar Allan Poe's Tales of Mystery and Madness illustrated by Gris Grimly and/or Manga Classics: The Stories of Edgar Allan Poe.
Prerequisites:
Literature
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$195.00 |
14-18 |
Shelley Marshall
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3/10
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Monday - 14:25-15:25 |
My House, Your House
What does your ideal house look like? Is it a teepee? Is it a treehouse? Is it modern? Or are you the lady who lives in a shoe? Each week, we'll build a fantasy house that you and friends can live in. We’ll build tiny houses and furniture from twigs you gather outside; one that looks like your own miniature fantasy house. We will gather moss, acorns, small pine cones, and bark. Once houses are built, we’ll decorate them with ribbon, leaves, flowers - whatever we can find. We'll look at models from igloos to mud huts!
Notes: We will use hot glue guns in this class.
Prerequisites:
Art & architecture
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$151.00 |
5-8 |
Janet Beals
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0/8
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Monday - 14:25-15:40 |
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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1/8
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Playground |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Playground Games
Physical education, teamwork building, and cognitive development for younger children.
Each day we will play multiple school yard games. We will play new and classic games like Red Rover, Red Light Green Light, Shadow Tag, Aliens and Astronauts, Dog Catcher, Crocodile Crocodile, Sardines, Creeping Coyote and much more. Our final class will be a field day or obstacle course type event.
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Outdoor playground games
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$200.00 |
5-8 |
Sarah Wilson
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7/12
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Summit Yard |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Animals on a Roll
"Animals on a Roll" is a fun and engaging course designed for young animal enthusiasts! Each week, students will embark on an exciting journey to learn about a new animal through interactive stories, catchy songs, and creative crafts using repurposed toilet paper rolls. This hands-on approach fosters curiosity, creativity, and a love for animals while enhancing fine motor skills and artistic expression. This is not just a class—it's an adventure into the animal kingdom, sparking imagination and joy in young learners. Join us for a rolling good time!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Animals & crafting
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$195.00 |
5-7 |
Erica Shackelton
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1/10
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Fall Fairyfernalia!
In this course, we will create a collection of fall fabulous fairy finery! In this whimsical crafting class, we will use a variety of media including paint, wood, collage, ribbon, and lots of sparkles. Children should be able to use scissors, glue, and paint with some independence.
Notes: For students who took Fairyfernalia in winter 2024, we will do some different crafts in this course, but there may be some repeats.
Prerequisites:
This will be a fine-motor-heavy class. Some proficiency with scissors, paint, glue, and hot glue would be very helpful.
Fabulous fall fairy finery and fashion
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$200.00 |
5-8 |
Alena Solenne
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7/10
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
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 families. 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 |
7-11 |
Wes Iseli
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4/15
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Yoga Bugs and Butterflies
Open your wings with Yoga games, movement and fun mindful practices! Yoga helps your creativity, energy and joy of learning flow! Meditative practices teach you how to gently focus your mind and build your confidence. Each class we will do some Yoga and Mindfulness play with cards, movement, yoga breathing, drama fun and balances. We will learn by doing about the physiology of our bodies and minds and watch how yoga enhances the body's state of calm and peace. No experience required. You don't need to be able to touch your toes to do yoga!
Notes:
Prerequisites:
Yoga and Mindfulness
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$190.00 |
8-12 |
Monica Farrell
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1/10
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TBA |
UU-Outdoors |
Open |
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Tell Me Another One: Fall Play
In "Tell Me Another One", a rookie librarian struggles to get control of a story hour gone crazy. Things start out okay as the Princess in Black battles a bunny horde, Pete the Cat grooves in his new shoes, dogs go fast, and sloths go slow. But neither the storybook characters nor the kids listening to story hour are interested in doing what they are supposed to. If you like to entertain, come join fall play. There will be singing, dancing, acting, laughing, and chaos. Everyone will be here, even the hippopotamus.
Notes: Enrolled students must be able to attend the dress rehearsal on Sunday, Nov. 10th at 2pm, the performance on Monday, Nov. 11th during the make-up day, and our evening performance on Tuesday, Nov. 12th at 7:00.
Prerequisites:
Drama
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$220.00 |
9-12 |
Teela James
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12/14
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Social Hall |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Drawing from Life with Dry Media
From still-life to figure drawing, students will learn drawing techniques like shading, scale, foreshortening, composition, and mark making. Each week we’ll draw from life with real human models and curated object compositions. We'll discuss historic artworks and artists while growing our art vocabulary. Materials will include graphite, charcoal, conté, & soft pastels. Each student will receive their own artist toolbox and supplies to keep for future drawing endeavors. At the end of the session, we’ll hang a gallery show of our favorite pieces.
Notes: Students have the potential to get a bit messy, so please don't wear your best clothes to class.
Prerequisites:
Students should have an interest in art and be comfortable making art in front of others.
Studio art
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$230.00 |
9-12 |
Amber Jones
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4/10
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Beginners Leather Work
Come and discover the world of leather work. Learn the history of leather working, how to identify different types of leather, how to tell faux leather from real leather, how to measure, cut, punch sewing holes, bevel, dye, stamp, use rivets and snaps, and sew leather. You will leave each class with a small leather creation made by you!
Notes: Students who took Leather Creations in winter 2024 are welcome to join. While returning students will relearn basic skills (stamping, rivets, etc.), creations will be all new smaller 1-2 week projects.
Prerequisites:
Six fun leather projects in 8 weeks.
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$230.00 |
12-18 |
Leah Craig
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4/10
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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The Night Sky
Did you experience the Northern Lights in May? Known as a truly northern experience only viewed near the Arctic Circle, (or the southern variety viewed near Antarctica), why were we able to see them in Virginia? In this class, we will examine this extraordinary event as we deepen our understanding of the Sun and its orbiting bodies. Students will examine the characteristics and classifications of planets, distinguishing between the rocky terrestrial planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars) and the gas giants (Jupiter, Saturn) and ice giants (Uranus, Neptune). We will investigate the roles and features of moons, asteroids, comets, and dwarf planets like Pluto. Additionally, students will explore the history of space exploration missions and the ongoing search for potentially habitable environments within our solar system, such as Mars and the icy moons Europa and Enceladus. Join us for an out of this world exploration!
Notes: Supplies are provided.
Prerequisites:
Hands-on astronomy study
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$200.00 |
12-18 |
Megan Bailey
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9/12
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Through the Eras
Deep dive into the lyrics of Taylor Swift by analyzing the poetry, literary devices and autobiography used in her songs. Each class will focus on a different era - we will look at the poetry of Taylor’s lyrics; write some of our own poetry; and make some Swiftie-inspired crafts, such as friendship bracelets, bedazzled clothing, posters, paper rings, and more. Please be advised that some of the material in this class will be more mature; although we will use radio edits of songs whenever possible.
Notes: Most materials will be provided; however, if the student feels more comfortable writing on a tablet or computer, they are welcome to bring that to class.
Prerequisites:
Taylor Swift poetry and crafts
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$215.00 |
12-18 |
Cindy Young
Amy Eachus
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4/16
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TBA-UU |
Unitarian Universalist |
Open |
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Monday - 14:40-15:40 |
Quidditch the Game of Fantasy
Did you know that even muggles can play Quidditch? Whether you are a Harry Potter fan or not, ground Quidditch is fun for everyone! While you may recognize elements of soccer, dodgeball, rugby and more, Quidditch is a unique sports experience. Bound and leap to score a goal, batter the opposing team with the beaters, search for the snitch, or protect your goals as a keeper.
Notes: This class will meet at Washington Park. Transportation to the park needs to be arranged/provided by parents.
Parents are also welcome to sign up with their child. Contact registrar@cvillechec.org to register as an adult.
Prerequisites:
None
Physical education
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$164.00 |
10-18 |
Owen Lamison
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2/14
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Field |
Washington Park |
Open |
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