Class Descriptions
Charters Accepted- vendor: Hands in Motion by Jennifier Androkitis
Not all class are offered each semester. Please check class schedules for specific class offerings.
Advanced Building Trades (Grades 4-8)
How do they do that?!! There are many trades that come to together to build a house, and in this class we will be introducing your child to many of these trades. Each child will build their very own project that will include the following trades:
Carpentry- rough framing
Plumbing
Plumbing Electrical Wiring Drywall installation
Drywall installation After they frame up their wall, they will learn how to install an electrical outlet and plumbing for a shower. They will go on to learn how to install drywall over the frame, just like in their very own home! Once the wall is completed, we will put a hole in it… that’s right… a hole! Then we can experience how to make simple drywall repairs. This class is GREAT for those who not only wonder “how do they do that” but also want to learn these practical skills to do home repairs.
Class size is limited due to the nature of the class. This class is designed for children who like to work with tools and have expressed an interest in this area. Completion of Jr. Carpentry is recommended but not required.
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
Advanced Builder (Grades 4-8)
"Project"
This class will utilize the skills taught in Advanced Builder class. We will be building an actual project of a work shed from design to completion. A minimum of three classes will be held off site (locally) to build and install the shed. Skills used will be rough framing, door and window framing, drywall, and stucco.
Advanced Builder is recommended but not required for this class. Parents will be responsible for transportation on "off -site days"
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
American Sign Language (Ages 4-7)
Children naturally love to sing and dance. This class is uniquely designed to use music to teach little ones American Sign Language.. Children will learn their numbers, colors, animals, feelings, and others while singing to such favorites as “Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed.” New songs and beginning music fundamentals will be taught. Students will explore the different types of instruments and have time to practice making their own music. We will be using LOTS of fun games, & activities to create beautiful, little "Hands in Motion"!
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
This is a beginning class of American Sign Language taught by Jennifier Androkitis, who has a Masters Degree in Deaf Education and a passion for the language. We will be focusing on the language as well as the Deaf culture. Students will build a vocabulary of words in a fun environment utilizing story telling, games, and other creative activities. Students will practice using their ‘Hands in Motion’ to communicate to one another.
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
Hands in Motion
American Sign Language II (Ages 8 & up)
In this class students will be building upon vocabulary learned to begin growing their conversational skills in American Sign Language. Grammatical structure and receptive skills will be emphasized. We will be using storytelling, role playing, and other games to continue growing language skill.
Prerequisite is required of ASL I or a class equivalent
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
Architectural Drafting and Design (Grades 4-8)
"Taking it to the drawing board." In this class we will be learning drafting techniques and designs. Students will draw two dimensional building models to scale. First, we will be using pencils, drafting instruments,and graph paper to create our blue prints. Once basic design elements are understood, students will be introduced to a computer based architectural drawing program to further enhance their drafting skills.
This class is a great complement to the Adv. Builder or Jr. Carpentry classes.
Some drafting instruments will be required for purchase.
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
Art and Storytime Literature(Grades 1-3)
(Grades 1-3)Who doesn't love a good story? Nothing can beat a good book and some arts and crafts. Introduce your child to classic story-time literature each week, followed by an art project inspired by the day's reading. This is a great way for busy hands to explore, while being introduced to literature that has influenced history and modeled life lessons. While we're having fun, we will be building critical thinking skills, learning how to communicate our ideas in a creative fashion.
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
Beginning Art: Meeting Michelangelo (Grades 4-8)
(Grades 4-8) We can learn amazing things through art! Art has been a voice throughout hundreds of generations. Let's learn the history behind art, the fascinating stories surrounding famous artists. In this class, we will meet some of the most renowned artists, from Picasso to Vincent Van Gogh and Michelangelo. What's Modern art? How about Impressionism? Why did artists use egg yolks for painting? All this, as we try our own hand at the different styles of art. Basic art supplies will be necessary for this class.
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts**
“Let’S Strike it Rich!”
Calif. Missions/Gold Rush (Grades 4-6)
Come explore California’s history with us. This class is designed for the hands on learner that wants to build and create while learning. We will start with a study on California’s missions: their designs and purpose. Each student will create and build his/her own mission project using wood, Styrofoam, and various recyclables to take home. We will then study the exciting era of the Gold Rush: Designing and constructing a river flow of gold. The class will culminate in a gold rush celebration with panning for gold for everyone to strike it rich.. Eureka!!!
**Targets State Standards for California History**
Classic Story Time (Ages 4-7)
Storytime is everyone's favorite time of the day. In this class, we will take it one step further. Stories will be read in an animated, engaging fashion. Each story is carefully chosen to demonstrate good moral traits or character. We will follow up with a game or art project that emphasizes the characters struggles or achievements as well as the moral to the story. Children will be encouraged to re-tell the story as the characters and stories come to life for them. Come and grab a carpet square and join us for the
best time of the day!
**Targets State Standards for Literature**
Code Busters (Ages 8 and up)
Come explore codes used throughout the ages. From Thomas Jefferson’s Cipher wheel to the Morse Code that was vital to war time communications. We will learn about different codes and ciphers- how to make them, how to break them, and how they changed history. Have you ever dreamed of designing a cipher that is “unbreakable”, or of working against time to break a secret code, or trying to create the perfect invisible ink? Then this class is for you. So bring your journal, imagination, and cloak but leave your dagger at home as we explore the world of mysteries together.
**Targets Math Standard 5 for grades 4th – 7th Mathematical Reasoning**
Computer Class (Grades 3-8)
This is a GREAT way to enhance your child's computer skills and explore the amazing world of technology! In this class, students will learn the many useful functions and capabilities of a computer; enabling them to become more proficient in completing school assignments and/or projects. They will also explore their creativity in producing documents and presentations with photographs, music and clip art such as newsletters, advertisements, flyers, and posters. Using an over head projector to project the teacher's computer images onto a large screen, the class can follow along step by step towards learning how to use computer programs. Students will learn Microsoft Word and Excel.
**Targets State Standards for Technology**
Digital Photography
Computer (Grades 4-8)
Would you like to explore the digital age of photography and learn how to make amazing PowerPoint slideshows? This class is for you. We will begin by teaching basic skills on photography. We will see how shadows and lights, different views and directions all affect the photos. How to frame a subject, create silly pictures, correct lighting issues, and take an all around great picture. Once we have a repertoire of pictures we will take them to the computer lab where students will learn how to create their own digital scrapbook pages, PowerPoint presentations, and web designs We will be using their photos, clip art, and music to make a unique display of their very own creations. Students will take home their presentations on disk to share with their friends and family.
“Bring the popcorn and start the show!’
This class is a perfect complement to the Catch that Mouse computer class.
Students may bring their own digital camera or purchase 2 disposable cameras for tons of picture taking fun.
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts and Technology**
Dance and Movement (Grades 1-3)
"Dancing is just discovery, discovery, discovery"!
Do you have a wiggler? Maybe a twirler... or the little boy who does the worm on the kitchen floor. Well now they have a place to put their moves to good use!
In this combination dance class, boys and girls will get a taste of hip hop, jazz, modern, contemporary and more. We'll sneak in just a bit of dance history (like when you hide veggies in lasagna!) while building on strength, endurance, self control and coordination.
This class also utilizes your child's thinking skills, as we work on mini choreographed dances. It's a great way to strengthen both body and brain!
**Targets State Standards for Physical Education**
Entrepreneur Exploration (Ages 8 and up)
Did you ever come up with an idea that you thought would make a neat invention? Only to see the dream slowly fade away? This class is designed to help you keep that dream going!! By using age appropriate, proven steps, your child will learn how to test market their idea, research product availability and materials. We will analyze cost versus profit and work on a business plan. Your child will be exposed to “how to make a prototype” of their idea.
Whether your idea is a product or a service, this class is a must for those who have an entrepreneurial spirit!! This class is open to the parents as well, as they can come along side their child and help keep the dream alive!
**Targets State Standards for Fine Arts and Math**
Excellence in Writing (Grades 4-7)
Do you struggle with getting your student to write? Are you not sure what is enough for their grade level? Or do they love to write but need some help with structure and description? Then… we have the answer! Join us as we use Andrew Pudewa’s nationally acclaimed curriculum from the Institute for Excellence in Writing. We will take foundational writing styles one step at a time. Your child will learn note-taking and summary, story sequencing, reports, and creative writing. Students will work on assignments in class with teacher helps and editing as well as peer support. There will be some at-home writing encouraged. Student Workbook: Student Writing Intensive Group A: Notebook and Packet is required for class. Pre-registered students may order workbooks through the instructor for $ 22.00 or you can purchase one from EIW website at www.excellenceinwriting.com. We hope you can join us on this journey in writing excellence.
**Targets State Standards for Language Arts**
Excellence in Writing
Continuation (Grades 4-7)
This is a continuation of the Excellence in Writing class described above. We will be using Andrew Pudewa's continuation Group A curriculum. All notebook materials are provided. Students must have attended the above writing class with Hands in Motion or equivalent.
**Targets State Standards for Language Arts**
Hands on Geometry (Grades 4-7)
In this class students will be taking various everyday objects to explore geometric formulas and how they apply to their world. This class is specifically designed for the students to use their hands to experience, touch, examine, create, and manipulate shapes. Therefore, taking the abstract concepts of geometric formulas and making them come to life. We will be learning the different classifications of shapes, their properties, as well as how to use the formulas to determine area, perimeter, volume, and circumference. Students are encouraged to bring a calculator.
**Targets Math Standard 3 Measurement and Geometry for grades 4th-6th**
Hands on Science (Grades 1-3 or Grades 4-7)
Come learn about science in a fun, hands on class that will target your science standards for the year. No boring lectures just lots of creative activities to promote learning. This class is designed to allow students to sign up for the semester, year, or by individual 4 week sessions. Each 4 weeks studies a unit of either Life Science, Earth Science, or Physical Science. Rotating through out the year. We will cover such topics as: Senses, Skeletal and Muscular Systems, Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Respiratory Systems, Cells and Genetics, Weather, The Solar System, Electricity and Magnetism, Force and Motion. Join us as we bring Science to Life!
**Targets State Standards for Science- Experimentation**
Vertebrates and Reptiles:
Hands on Science (Ages 7 & up)
Want to learn what makes an animal a vertebrate? Want to learn about why reptiles are cold blooded? Come join us in the hands on class and meet some of these fabulous animals. Learn what makes them unique in the animal world.
**Targets State Standards for Science**
Does your child like to build with anything he/she finds around the house? This skill is great to strengthen and grow spatial cognition. Understanding their environment and how it can change and grow. In this class, we will be giving them the proper materials and tools to build projects they will be proud to bring home.
In this beginning Jr. Carpentry class, age appropriate tool usage will be emphasized as well as work ethics and a love for doing a job to the best of one's ability.
**Targets State Standards for Math and Fine Arts**
Get to math skills through the back door. In this class students will practice measuring, plotting, graphing, arithmetic, geometry, and dimensions.... but they will be focusing on building their very own take-home project....not the math. Tool safety and instruction will be emphasized for such tools as a screwdriver, wrench, hammer, saw, router,drill, and various others. We will take ideas, learn how to draw and plan them out, and then have the skills to create them. We start with raw wood materials to make individualized wood projects. Students learn how to measure and calculate angles creating a blue print design for their project. They then measure, cut, assemble, paint, stain, and engrave their very own projects to take home.
Work ethics and a love for doing a job to the best of one's ability will be emphasized.
**Targets State Standards for Math and Fine Arts**
Jr. Carpentry
Woodshop Workshops (Ages 8 and up)
We will be doing many of the same projects as in the Jr. Carpentry session class. This is a 2 hour workshop in which each student will start and complete one project per class time. Workshops may be taken individually or consecutively.
**Targets State Standards for Math and Fine Arts**
Kids on the Move (PE) (Grades 2-7)
Presidential Fitness
Parents, are you looking for a fun place for your children to get out and be active? Would they like to play with other kids? Build friendships? In this class, the students will be playing, exercising, and learning all at the same time. They will be exposed to the proper techniques in stretching, strengthening, and conditioning for a better health. This session we will be emphasizing training for the Presidential Fitness Testing. Along with our games and relays we will be focusing on cardio, sit-ups, pull-up, push-ups, balance and coordination.
We will be working on learning ways to stay fit and have fun for a lifetime of healthy exercise.
**Targets State Standards for Physical Education**
Kids on the Move: All Sports—P.E. (Grades K-3)
Parents, are you looking for a fun place for your children to get out and be active? Build friendships? In this class, the students will be playing, exercising, and learning all at the same time. Students will be exposed to sports such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, and others. Teamwork and sportsmanlike conduct will be encouraged in non-competitive games. They will learn the proper techniques in stretching, strengthening, and conditioning for better health. Come join us for some healthy play.
**Targets State Standards for Physical Education**
Lego Engineering (Grades 3-7)
Join us for Lego Engineering. Our focus in this class will be simple machine concepts and architecture. This series will incorporate problem-solving and engaging hands-on activities that will develop understanding of basic physical science concepts such as gears, pulleys, levers, and wheels and axles through observation, reasoning, prediction, and critical thinking.
**Targets State Standards for Science**
Pre-Algebra (Grades 6-8)
Come do your math with us. This class is designed to meet your child’s Pre-Algebra State Standards for the year. We will be using Prentice Hall Pre-Algebra textbook. Classes meet two days a week with additional at home assignments to be completed. This class is designed to be a stand alone course to prepare your student for Algebra.
**Targets State Standards for Pre-Algebra**
Parents this is a GREAT class to expose your child to speaking in front of people.. all they will know is “ IT IS FUN!! “ In this class, we will learn how to create an outline on flash cards allowing for a ‘safety net’ when speaking. The goal is to learn the topic and have eye contact and effective interaction with the audience. When speaking, students will study proper body posture, annunciation of words, how to use attention grabbers, eye contact, and overall presentation flow. We will be studying the following speaking styles: Topic of Interest, Persuasive Argument, and Show and Tell. In this positive, low pressure environment, they will be building their confidence and learning a skill that will help them in many of life’s arenas.
**Targets State Standards for Language Arts**
Rocketry
Force/Motion and Marshmallows (Grades 3-7)
Do you love all things that fly? Can you imagine flying to the moon? In this class students will learn, in terms they can understand, some of the basics of “rocket science”—how thrust is produced, types of rocket fuel, how rockets are steered, how orbit works, features of earth’s atmosphere, and more. We’ll talk about the types of missions rockets are used for and see actual footage of rocket launches. We will explore and experiment with creating all kinds of propulsion driven aircrafts. And last, but certainly not least, students will build air pressurized rockets, water balloon launchers, and the master blaster of water rockets. Each child will go home with their own rocket and launcher… as if that is not enough this class is combined with:
Force and Motion and…. Marshmallows??
That’s right! In this class we will be learning about force/ motion/ and velocity all while we do target practice with marshmallow guns, have a Nerf war, and launch water balloons. Science has never been so much fun!
**Targets State Standards for Science- Experimentation**
Kickin' It, Indoor Soccer Style! (Grades 4-7)
Winter often presents a problem for active kids. So let's tackle something new! In this class, kids will learn the fundamental skills of indoor soccer; the major differences between indoor and outdoor soccer; good sportsmanship, communication in the game, and respect for others. This soccer class is perfect for both the sports-lover, and kids who are always on the go, as we strive to stay healthy and active. And most importantly- have some good ole' fashion fun!
**Targets State Standards for Physical Education**
Turbo Tennis (Grades 4-8)
Students of all levels are welcomed. We will be learning the game of tennis in a non-competitive, fun class. Students will learn how to serve, volley, properly execute the forward/backhand strokes, as well as have an understanding of the scoring and rules involved in this wonderful game. Please wear your tennis shoes as we will be MOVING out on the court.
**Targets State Standards for Physical Education**
Tennis Team (Grades 4-8)
We are excited to introduce our NEW Home School Tennis Team using the indoor tennis courts at The Hardwood Palace. The purpose of this class is to take skills learned in Turbo Tennis and apply them in drills that will lead to competitive play. Students will be grouped by age and skill level to compete amongst other team members in match play and tournaments. Students must be concurrently enrolled in Turbo Tennis to be a part of Tennis Team. All skill levels welcome.
**Targets State Standards Physical Education**
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