T.H.E. Co-op
Together Homeschooling & Enriching
HOUR 1
Yearbook
(Ages 9+)
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fee: $ 20
Instructor: Mandy Wingate
CLASS FULL- WAITLIST AVAILABLE
This is a collaborative class where students will work together to gather and take photos, conduct interviews, write up text for the book, and consider layout and content. We will document our history as a group, and highlight individual students as well as group activities, both classes and field trips. Eventually we can market and promote the book, gather orders, and have a yearbook reveal and signing party by the summer.
Spa-mazing Science!
(Ages 9+)
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Fee: $40
Instructor: Kristen Mumaw
Who says scientists don't want to pamper themselves?
Have you ever wondered how to make that perfume scent you love?
What's a bath bomb?
How do you make fizzy bath salt?
What makes a soap liquid or solid?
What does it take to create soap or face masks?
Each week we will discuss cosmetic chemistry and explore the science behind the beauty products we love. We will learn about chemical reactions, states of matter, and the science behind scents. There are so many things to learn as we create DIY spa products in this fun-filled class! The best part is you will leave every class with your very own pampering product that you made yourself!
Creative Lettering- The Art of Drawing Letters
(Ages 10+)
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fee: $40
Instructor: Becky McCracken
Discover the artist within you! Look around at fancy letters styled on the chalkboard menu outside of your favorite cafe. Let's take letters and turn them into art! We will make 4-6 projects turning letters and words into stylized images with your creative designs.
Storytime Fun
(Ages 3-8)
10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m. Fee: $20
Instructor: Parent-led
In this parent-led class, you will listen to a story and then do a craft or activity based on what you just heard.
HOUR 2
Let's Get Psyched!
(Ages 14+)
11:05 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. Fee: $40
Instructor: Lynx Gabinet-Bethoulle
In this course students will explore the field of psychology. We will cover topics such as the history of psychology, areas of the brain, pop-culture psychology and much more. This will be a course in which will give students an introduction into the many unique subject areas within psychology and give them the chance to learn about the ways in which psychology is everywhere in the world around them.
An introduction from our teacher: "My name is Lynx Gabinet-Bethoulle, I am a recent college graduate with a bachelors degree in psychology with a minor in sociology. I have held multiple tutoring and mentoring positions throughout my college career and I have a strong passion for education. I am also a former homeschool student and I am looking forward to giving back to the homeschool community.”
When I Grow Up
(Ages 12+)
11:05 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. Fee: $30
Instructor: Joanne Durrett
This course is a series of lessons and activities aimed at helping students to identify employable traits and skills, take inventory of their talents and interests, and rationalize career and education decisions.
In the 6-week period, the sessions will involve activities that will help students to identify and demonstrate key employability skills desired by employers, identify and share personal strengths and characteristics and determine how these qualities might impact their career path, take a critical look at themselves based on employer identified core competencies, calculate their cost of living and examine high-growth jobs that can sustain their lifestyles/choices. There is potential for this class to include interactive sessions with one or more industry professionals.
Note: This class will be a pre-requisite for a POSSIBLE future class - Career Exploration 2, where we will focus on networking, resume writing and interviewing skills.
Materials Needed: Laptop or other device (not needed for all classes)
Homework: Possibly. Very limited, if any.
Poetry Fun
(Ages 10-14)
11:05 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. Fee: $20
Instructor: Mia Corcoran
In this six week class, we will go over basic types of poetry and cover famous poems. Occasional homework may be assigned such as writing their own poem to enhance what they learned in class.
Kid Life Coffee Talk
(Ages 5-10)
11:05 a.m. – 12:05 p.m. Fee: $30
Instructor: Becky McCracken
CLASS FULL- WAITLIST AVAILABLE
Public speaking skills will be touched on while sharing a drink and a small treat. In this discussion based class, we will gather for "coffee" to practice manners and skills for listening and sharing in a group setting. Topics will vary each week and evolve based on previous discussions. Some ideas that may be introduced could include mindfulness, inspiring creativity in yourself and others, building trust and friendships, safety, citizenship, art, etc.
*Actual coffee will only be served to Ms. Becky. Kids will be offered something more suitable such as juice or hot chocolate and and a small treat. Please alert Becky to any food allergies upon class registration.
HOUR 3
Art Around the World
(Ages 8-12)
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Fee: $30
Instructor: Stephanie Gabinet-Bethoulle
Learn about different types of art from cultures around the world. Create Aboriginal Dot Art, design a Navajo Rug, make a Turkish Tile, create an African Mask, sew your own Arpilleras (South American) Art, and paint in the Sumi-e Style (Japanese) with bamboo.
Finance
(Ages: 12+)
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Fee: $25
Instructor: Miriam Snare
Students learn the basics of personal finance, discover how compound interest can boost savings, explore the tools modern banking provides for money management, and develop the skills they will need to choose and use credit cards wisely.
Time to Invent Club
(Ages 10+)
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Fee: $30
Instructor: Joanne Durrett
CLASS FULL- WAITLIST AVAILABLE
The key to inventing is recognizing a need and devising an original solution. We all solve problems through inventive thinking, whether it’s figuring out a way to prop open a window, stay dry in a rainstorm, or build a playhouse from scrap materials. Creative problem solving, improvisation, flexibility, and tinkering—all parts of the Time to Invent club experience—drive the inventive spirit.
We will be using fun invention challenges to spark your kids’ interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). By doing various challenges, kids will learn how the design process helps them with creative problem solving and what inventing is all about.
Science Sampler
(Ages 5-10)
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Fee: $30
Instructor: Mandy Wingate
Sign up for six weeks of super fun science stuff! Each class we will focus on a different scientific lesson and activity. There is so much to learn about animals, plants, people, weather, bugs, stars, and the rest of the world around us. We will do experiments and activities to dig a little deeper and answer some questions about a variety of topics.