Please email raeannstevens@homerunministries.com for
information on classes that are still available for fall 2013.
Opening 8:45 - 9:00 am
All students report to the gym at this time for an opening assembly, which includes devotions, announcements, and prayer.
Session One: 9:05 - 10:00 am
New Projects!Art– Elesa Mason
This class is a series of lessons that revolve around different artists, mediums and techniques. Projects are designed to be completed in one class period so the students can bring their work home and tell you about what they learned. Projects will use crayon, watercolor, soft and oil pastels as well as different 3-dimensional items.
Supply Fee: $15 – All supplies will be provided.
NEW!MATHAMIGOS– Eric Cross
Math, friends and FUN??Yes, practicing and learning math facts can be fun.Come join in with your math amigos as we play games using math facts.We will add, subtract, multiply and divide our way through different games each week.During our class we willuse dice, balls, cards and many other fun tools to learn math facts with no frustration, no embarrassment and no failure.
Make a Memory – Michelle Williford
Let your creativity shine! Join us on a scrapbooking journey and learn how to safely preserve photos & memorabilia, discover layout and design ideas, learn how to use cutters and create hand-decorated cards, too. Preserve your precious memories and create your own scrapbook in this exciting class!
Supply Fee $15 (includes papers and embellishments. Students will provide their own scrapbook.)
Speed Stacks– Patty Johnson
Speed stacking helps child stackers use both sides of their bodies and brains to develop important athletic and academic lifelong skills. With the use of stacked cups and a timer, students will develop hand-eye coordination, ambidexterity, quickness, and concentration.
Martial Arts Class for All Ages: Physical Education with a Purpose - Master Kevin Henderson, 6th Degree Black Belt and Chief Instructor/Owner of Henderson's ATA Martial Arts in Atascocita.
Come learn a variety of taekwondo skills and self-defense techniques in a Christian environment, without the eastern philosophy! (No sparring required.) We not only provide the beginning student with a basic knowledge of martial arts kicks, strikes, blocks, stances, etc., but we also challenge the veteran student to set and reach new goals in his/her training and further build upon the foundation already laid. The class will instill and reinforce such important life skills such as respect, confidence, determination, and focus. We encourage current students to continue in the course and even participate in optional belt testing at our main campus in Atascocita if they choose to do so. The skills we teach are best learned through repetition over several semesters. Please feel free to contact Master Henderson through our website at www.hendersonsata.com should you have any questions. $55 fee due with your registration
NEW!Readers Theater:The Wonderful World of Seuss - Dee Willis
Reader's Theater is a form of story telling. Actors read the script and use only their voices and facial expressions to tell the story. All of our story selections will come from books written by Dr. Seuss.
Introduction to Fencing– Bill Trapani
Come and learn the martial art of sword fighting. During the semester you will learn the basics of the modern Olympic sport of fencing. Every student will be equipped with the necessary gear for practice. All that is required of the student will be a pair of athletic shoes and heavy cotton sweat tops and bottoms. (No nylon, please!)
$65 fee due with registration
Coach Bill Trapani has 42 years of experience.
Asst. varsity coach at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, 1974-5
Coach of Knights of Trapani Fencing Academy, 1997- 2009
Coach of Texas A & M Fencing Club, 2010
Assistant Coach of the Woodlands Fencing Academy, 2011 - present
NEW!Dressmaking– Fiona Ingham
Ready for a more challenging sewing class? Would you like to make a dress for yourself? If so, this class is for you! We will learn about cutting out pattern pieces, how to follow a pattern's instructions and generally working on and completing a more complex project. This course is ONLY for students who have taken at least 2 sewing or quilting classes with me. Students will have a choice between dress patterns, and will need to purchase their own pattern, fabric and supplies.
NEW! Olympic Robot Challenge– Robotics Academy Houston
Discover how it feels to “Go for the Gold” as you and your teammates compete in a handful of sports for this class of Robotic Olympics. Each event/sport will test your robot’s structural integrity and maneuverability. At the same time, coachyour robots with wireless technology while being put to the test. Using gears, pulleys and varying degrees of traction, students will build robotic athletes. We will compete at soccer, kickball, jousting, wrestling, a MYSTERY Sport and a race across the finish line. Sportsmanship and Robotic Competition Rule!
This class is for 1st and 2nd periods.
$205 fee due with registration
NEW! Ukelele to Guitar– Tim Parkinson
This is a beginner class and requires a ukelele or guitar with a capo.
The ukelele and the guitar are related and what you can play on one can be played on another.
We'll learn the basics of music as well as learning to sing and play songs. It will be fun to learn different rhythms, styles of music and how to play in a group. We will make a recording of all the songs we learn, so you can play along whenever you want!
NEW!Cake Decorating – Mazie Smith
Come join us for a fun-filled, icing-covered experience! Each week you will learn a new cake decorating technique. We will experiment with basic decorating tools, candies, sprinkles, cookies and cupcakes. The best part is that you will be able to take your tasty creations home to devour.
Supply fee: $10
Session Two: 10:05 - 11:00 am
Sewing for your American Girls– Fiona Ingham
Join us as we learn to sew clothes for your American Girl or 18-inch doll. We will make a variety of clothing items suitable for your doll including a skirt, dress, cape and sleepwear. Various sewing skills will be learned including how to use a pattern, making gathers and adding snaps and embellishments. By the end of the semester, your American Girl will have a creative array of clothing designed and made especially for her!
Supply Fee: $5
Martial Arts Class for All Ages: Physical Education with a Purpose - Master Kevin Henderson, 6th Degree Black Belt and Chief Instructor/Owner of Henderson's ATA Martial Arts in Atascocita
Come learn a variety of taekwondo skills and self-defense techniques in a Christian environment, without the eastern philosophy! (No sparring required.) We not only provide the beginning student with a basic knowledge of martial arts kicks, strikes, blocks, stances, etc., but we also challenge the veteran student to set and reach new goals in his/her training and further build upon the foundation already laid. The class will instill and reinforce such important life skills such as respect, confidence, determination, and focus. We encourage current students to continue in the course and even participate in optional belt testing at our main campus in Atascocita if they choose to do so. The skills we teach are best learned through repetition over several semesters. Please feel free to contact Master Henderson through our website at www.hendersonsata.com should you have any questions.
$55 fee due with your registration
NEW!Beginning Jazz– Genevieve Coovrey
Join us as we explore the fundamentals of true, classical jazz. Each Friday, the students will learn amazing techniques. We will learn choreography which will be performed at the end of the semester. This class is designed for kids who want to have fun, and sparkle!
NEW! A Taste of History– Suzy Norris
Come along as we explore the role of food throughout American History: We will discover what "tea time" and scones are, have an authentic "Thanksgiving feast", do some "cowboy cooking", experience "rations", learn some favorite foods of the Presidents, have a "soda shop malt" and discover who really made the first fast food hamburger in America! Oh, and by the way, do you know what "hardtack is?" Join in for the fun!
NEW!Marine Biology– Garrett Kelly and Amy Czarnik
Come and dive into the exciting and exotic world of Marine Biology. Students will investigate the four zones of the ocean and it’s inhabitants. Studies include Intertidal animals such as sea star, sea urchin and algae; Pelagic animals including sharks, whales, dolphins, manta rays and sea turtles; Abyssal zone animals which includes deep water octopus, angler fish, and giant squid; and Benthic zone animals such as bioluminescent fish/invertebrates.Students will use hands on activities to enhance their understanding of the fascinating world of Marine Biology.
Physical Education – Cyndi Wilkins
If you have taken PE for the past two semesters, please do not sign up again this semester.
Want to get your blood pumping? Feel the need to jump and shout? This class is all about fun! We will be playing lots of games and generally having a great time, while we get moving! Come have some fun with us!
NEW!MATHAMIGOS– Eric Cross
Math, friends and FUN??Yes, practicing and learning math facts can be fun.Come join in with your math amigos as we play games using math facts.We will add, subtract, multiply and divide our way through different games each week.During our class we will use dice, balls, cards and many other fun tools to learn math facts with no frustration, no embarrassment and no failure.
Introduction to Fencing– Bill Trapani
Come and learn the martial art of sword fighting. During the semester you will learn the basics of the modern Olympic sport of fencing. Every student will be equipped with the necessary gear for practice. All that is required of the student will be a pair of athletic shoes and heavy cotton sweat tops and bottoms. (No nylon, please!)
$65 fee due with registration
Coach Bill Trapani has 42 years of experience.
Asst. varsity coach at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, 1974-5
Coach of Knights of Trapani Fencing Academy, 1997- 2009
Coach of Texas A & M Fencing Club:, 2010
Assistant coach of the Woodlands Fencing Academy, 2011 – present
NEW!Chimes: Sounds of the Season- Dee Willis
Come learn to play all of your favorite holiday tunes and carols on the Choir Chimes. Choir chimes are like hand bells. Students must work together as an ensemble to make beautiful music together. We will share what we have learned with several retirement homes at the end of the semester.
Barrel of Fun – Lee Rose
Come join this once yoyo champion and experience yo-yoing made easy.
NEW!My Life in Pictures– Tim Parkinson
For this class, each student will need adigital camera, or iPhone, iPod touch, Android phone with camera/video. This is an entry level class in digital photography and video.
Students will learn how to take interesting photos or videos as well as how to tell a story with pictures. We will be creating a short photo/video collage of each student’s life from their own viewpoint, which can be uploaded to the class website for viewing and commenting by friends & relatives.
It will be fun seeing what they can do on their own!
Supply fee: $5
Snack Break: 11:00 - 11:15 am
All students gather in the auditorium for snack break and social time. Snacks may be brought from home or purchased for $.75 each. Bottled water is also available for purchase.
Session Three: 11:20 am - 12:15 pm
NEW! American Girls - Sandra Burk
Rebecca Rubin, 1914 - Rebecca is a lively nine-year old girl growing up in a big family in New York City in 1914. Many girls during Rebecca’s time lived in two worlds—the one they came from and the America they immigrated to. Rebecca loves to celebrate the traditions of her family, but she’s also excited about the new customs of New York City. Rebecca's cousin, Ana, has just made the long journey from Russia to Ellis Island. It's crowded with two families living in one small apartment, but Rebecca is happy to share everything with Ana. Join us and explore what it was like to live in America and to be an immigrant in 1914. In this class we will read the Rebecca books, play games, taste foods, and make crafts from the 1914 era.
Supply fee: $7
NEW!A Taste of History- Suzy Norris
Come along as we explore the role of food throughout American History: We will discover what "tea time" and scones are, have an authentic "Thanksgiving feast", do some "cowboy cooking", experience "rations", learn some favorite foods of the Presidents, have a "soda shop malt" and discover who really made the first fast food hamburger in America! Oh, and by the way, do you know what "hardtack is?" Join in for the fun!
NEW!Beginning Ballet– Genevieve Coovrey
Are you ready to chassè, pirouette, assemblè? Then this new beginner's ballet class is perfect for you! We will learn the basics of classical ballet and the beautiful art of performing. We will have an incredible show at the end of the semester. Not only will we learn how to dance, we will also learn how to apply stage makeup, how to create a “ballet bun,” and so much more!
Choir– Patty Johnson
Sing! Sing! Sing! Come join the fun of singing in a group! We will work together to sing a variety of songs and end the semester singing for others. We will learn some music concepts and vocal skills while enjoying music.
Intermediate Fencing– Bill Trapani
This class is for any students who have completed the beginner class and desire to take fencing to the next level. The purchase of fencing equipment is required as the students will begin to fence using the electrical fencing strips. Please contact Coach Bill at wjt1954@gmail.com for pricing information.
Class time is 11:15 – 12:45.
$80 fee due with registration
Coach Bill Trapani has 42 years of experience.
Asst. varsity coach at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, 1974-5
Coach of Knights of Trapani Fencing Academy, 1997- 2009
Coach of Texas A & M Fencing Club, 2010
Assistant coach of the Woodlands Fencing Academy, 2011 – present
NEW!Cake Decorating– Mazie Smith
Come join us for a fun-filled, icing-covered experience! Each week you will learn a new cake decorating technique. We will experiment with basic decorating tools, candies, sprinkles, cookies and cupcakes. The best part is that you will be able to take your tasty creations home to devour.
Supply Fee: $10
NEW!The Young Peacemakers– Michelle Williford
Based on the book, The Young Peacemakers, this informative class will lay the foundation for students to discover how to resolve personal conflict in a Biblical manner. They will learn that conflict starts in the heart, the importance of personal responsibility, how to make WISE-way choices rather than MY-way choices, how to avoid the blame game, the 5 A's of resolving conflict, choosing forgiveness & what forgiveness is NOT, and how a respectful & humble approach can help to prevent conflict from the start. As students learn God's way, seeds will be planted to harvest a lifelong practice of peacemaking. This class will include some role-playing to allow students to practice what they learn. We will also have a Christian craft. Blessed are the peacemakers!
Barrel of Fun – Lee Rose
Come join this once yoyo champion and experience yo-yoing made easy. A Letter will be sent informing you of the type of yoyo needed.
NEW! Rocks, Minerals, and the Earth’s Crust– Michelle Cox
Take an in-depth look at the formation of rocks, minerals and the Earth’s crust. We will engage in experiments, measuring and testing and more.A real Geologist will come as a guest speaker!
NEW! Robotics – Robotic Academy, Houston
Robot Pirate's Treasure
Shiver me timbers! Ye landlubber teammates will be building robots that’ll please even the pickiest of Pirates! We need a well-seasoned crew to design robots ready for adventures galore. In this class we venture into the oceans and the life of pirates in search of hidden treasure. Can your pirate’s crew steal the other teams treasure and return it to your cove. Maneuverable robots with differing amounts of traction and gear ratios will test their wits and driving ability while racing the clock. Variations on Capture the Flag, Race Against Time, and Obstacle Courses and all out Pirate Battles will be held. If you aren’t up for a challenge like this, ye might as well walk the plank. Captain Hook and Jack Sparrow beware!
Class time is 11:20 – 1:00 pm.
$250 fee is due with registration
NEW! Christian Youth Theatre - Music Theater- Dee Willis
In this CYT at School class you will learn the basics for auditioning for a real Broadway style musical: monologue, vocal and dance. You get to do all of this while learning all of your favorite songs from The Lion King. We will finish the semester with a showcase performance.
Class time: 11:15 - 12:45
$140 fee is due with registration
NEW! MATHAMIGOS– Eric Cross
Math, friends and FUN??Yes, practicing and learning math facts can be fun.Come join in with your math amigos as we play games using math facts.We will add, subtract, multiply and divide our way through different games each week.During our class we will use dice, balls, cards and many other fun tools to learn math facts with no frustration, no embarrassment and no failure.
