L.I.F.E. Co-op Home Class Descriptions Schedule Student/Parent
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L.I.F.E. Home School Co-op
Learning In a Family Environment
Class Descriptions 2013-2014
Mrs. Murray
Fee: None
Ages: up through pre-school
or older student interested in childcare
If you are an older student
who would like experience taking care of younger ones, Mrs. Murray will be
offering instruction in this area.
Mrs. Patton
Fee: $5
Ages: K-2nd
Discovering sound, weather,
gratitude, hibernation, storytelling, worms, and gardening.
Mrs. Patty Cooper
Fee: None
Ages: 1st-6th
(requires ability to focus and follow directions)
Zumba Fitness is high-energy
fitness, set to Latin/Salsa-type music.
The Zumba classes boost metabolism and enhance coordination. The class participants always have fun, and come
out of the class with big smiles, eager for the next session! The only thing needed for the class is that
they wear sturdy shoes (tennis or athletic shoes), loose clothing, or leggings,
and bring water.
Mrs. Kindler
Fee: $10
Ages: 8-14 or 3rd-8th
grade.
Educaching is combining
geocaching (finding hidden items using a GPS unit) and academic subjects. The kids will learn to use a GPS unit to
locate certain points for an activity that are based on a particular subject
like math, science, or language arts.
We will be spending a good portion of our time outside so be prepared
for all kinds of weather! There will be
walking, running, and even some sports activity involved.
Mrs. Pittman and Levi
Pittman
Fee: None
Ages: 11 and up or grades
6th- 12th
Ever wanted to go to an
English country/folk dance but had no idea if you would be able to learn the
dances? Well here is your chance to
learn. We will be focusing on one dance
a month to master and as we progress incorporate review of previous dances
learned. By the end of the year, you
will be well equipped to put on your own barn dance or at least attend one with
confidence. Hey maybe we can even talk
one of the parents into hosting a dance for an end of the year party. Join us for what will be a good time and
some physical education credit =)
Nature Journaling
Mrs. Lewis
Fee: $11 as well as some
basic supplies
Ages: 3rd – 12th
Enjoy learning to sharpen
your observation skills and put them down on paper, through Nature
Journaling. We will focus on many
different layers in creating an art journal of your experiences with
nature. This is about learning to see
and document the beauty of God's creation right around you. Subjects touched upon will include
handwriting, botany, sketching, collecting specimens and more.
Mr. Chiles
Fee: none
Ages: 11 and up, or 6th-12th
grade
Want to do stuff with
Lego? We will look at how to design and
build 3-dimensional Lego sculptures, build mosaics, build Lego trains, learn
advanced building techniques, learn about Lego motors & electric systems, about
online Lego resources, how to design your own Lego directions and experiment
with methods to shoot Lego bricks across the room. This class will be flexible depending on student desires and
needs.
Book club is divided into
grade/interest levels. Each student
will have an opportunity to report on a book that he or she has recently
read. This can be in a variety of
forms, for example, an oral report, picture, description of favorite character,
or book recommendation. Bring your own
snack if you would like.
Mrs. Roewe
K-2nd
Teacher TBA
3rd- 4th
Mrs. Hanna
5th-6th
Teacher TBA
7th –12th
Guys
Mr. Chiles
7th-12th
Gals
Mrs. Kindler
Session II 10:40-11:30 AM
Teacher TBA
Fee: None
Mrs. Enyeart
Fee: $3
Ages: K-2nd
We will explore our 5 senses
through hands-on experiments, literature, games and song. We will also learn about germs and learn how
to become germ superheroes. We will
learn how to protect ourselves using hand washing, nutrition, exercise and
other defensive maneuvers (covering our coughs etc.)
Mrs. Oliver
Fee: $5
Ages: 1st -6th
This class incorporates
basic geography with local history, for example, Lewis and Clark, Klickitat
county history, and other map related activities. We may have speakers to share how they incorporate maps and
surveys into their job. Hands-on
activities will be emphasized.
Mrs. Kerns
Fee: $5
Ages: 3rd-12th
Learn the basics of hair
care, styling products, how to create fun hairstyles, and much more!
Mrs. Sharp
Fee: None, assuming books
are available at the library
Ages: 7th-12th
Many of us and our kids love
reading, but do we really stop and think about what we are reading? Why did George Orwell write Animal
Farm? What can we learn from Oliver
Twist? Why is Shakespeare so
popular? What is satire? Or a theme?
Or an antagonist? What does the
Bible say about the issues brought up in the "classics"? If you love
to read, enjoy discussion, and want to dig a little deeper, come learn with
us! I hope to include a work by
Shakespeare, a work by Dickens, a biography or autobiography, a comedy, and a
long "hard" book this year, and also enjoy some snacks appropriate to
what we are discussing.
Mr. Oliver, Zachary, and
Matthew Griffin
Fee: $5 for glue/paint + Provide
your own model to put together.
There will be paints
available in class, but if you want a particular color, you will need to provide
your own.
Ages: 6th-12th
or teacher permission
Each student will be putting
together their own plastic model. It
can be a glued or snap-tight model.
Instruction will center on directions, learning techniques, painting,
etc. If you would like information
about how to acquire an appropriate model, email Mr. Oliver at ddoliver@embarqmail.com
Mrs. Gray
Fee: $80 includes supplies
for all projects
Ages: 4th-12th
In this mixed media class,
students will be learning a variety of techniques and skills. Expect to put in some time outside of co-op
if you want to get the most out of your class.
Mrs. Griffin and parents not
involved in clean-up or with nursery aged kids
Fee: None
Ages: All (everyone older
than nursery)
We will have a cleaning list
similar to last year’s. Each family
should sign up at least once. If you
can’t be there on your month, please find a replacement.