Course Descriptions Winter 2019Early LearnersPreschoolNursery

1st hourColonial Super Fun (MS/Elem)Drama (HS/MS)Entrepreneurship 101 (HS/MS/Elem)Forensics (HS/MS)Games for Skill Building (Elem)Hand Sewing (all ages)Kids in Motion (Elem)Michigan History (MS)Rockets (Elem)

2nd hourAnimal Dissection (HS/MS/UE)Elementary Drama (Elem)Etiquette and Manners (MS/Elem)Learning to Learn (HS/MS)Multi Media Art (HS/MS)Nerf Wars (Elem)Piano (Elem)Sculpting and Molding (MS/Elem)Tinkering (Elem)

3rd hourBeginning Spanish(HS/MS)Choir (HS/MS)Elementary Baking (Elem)Elementary Coding (Elem)

First Aid (Elem)Flag Football (HS/MS)Hair styling (HS/MS)Logic/critical thinking (HS/MS)Self Defense (HS/MS/UE/LE)War of 1812 and other Points in History(Elem)Woodworking (MS/Elem)

4th hourMake up/ face painting (HS/MS)Manga Drawing (HS/MS)Party Politics (HS)Pathfinder RPG club (HS/MS)Photography (HS/MS)Sibling Club (4th hour, 5th hour, 6th hour)Survival Skills (HS/MS)

5th hourBiology (HS)Chess Club(HS/MS)Drawing Realistic Portraits from Photographs (HS/MS)Stage Combat (HS/MS)WWII (HS/MS)Yearbook(HS)

6th hourEnglish Country Dancing (HS)Fencing (HS/MS)Film Making (HS/MS)International cooking (HS/MS)

Course Title: Course Code:Instructor Name: Class Coordinator: Age Level: Materials Fee: Instructor Fee:Class Min/Max:Course Description: Supplies to be provided by family: Homework: Duration of class: Brief Instructor Bio:

1st Hour

Course Title: Early LearnersCourse Code: 1EL, 2EL, 3ELInstructor Name: Early Learners teamClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: 3-K5 (must be potty trained)Materials Fee: $10 each hour attended 1EL & 2EL; $5 3ELInstructor Fee: 0Class Min/Max:Course Description: Kids have a blast learning the basics, exploring ideas, crafting, playing and making friends. Be prepared to go outside every week. We do have a snack time, so make sure we know about any special dietary needs your little one has. This class is offered 1st-3rd hours, but it only appears on the description once.Supplies to be provided by family:Homework: NoneDuration of class: yearBrief Instructor Bio: Professional moms!

Course Title: Pre-SchoolCourse Code: 1PS, 2PS, 3PS (age 1-3 years)Instructor Name: Kristen Benedict and teamClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: 1-3yrsMaterials Fee: 1PS & 2PS are $7 ea. for craft and snack supplies. 3PS is strictly child care=$0.Instructor Fee:0Class Min/Max:Course Description: These classes are intended for teaching parents only. Preschool will do activities the first two hours including a snack. Please alert us to any dietary issues. Third hour is child care only, no planned activities. Supplies to be provided by family: diapers, wipes, bottle/sippy cup, any other baby care itemsHomework: noneDuration of class: yearBrief Instructor Bio: Professional Moms, too!

Course Title: NurseryCourse Code: 1NU, 2NU, 3NU (Under 1 year)Instructor Name: Kristen Benedict and teamClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: under 1 yearMaterials Fee: $0Instructor Fee:0Class Min/Max:Course Description: These classes are intended for teaching parents only. Please alert us to any dietary issues. All of the classes are childcare only, no scheduled activities. Supplies to be provided by family: diapers, wipes, bottle/sippy cup, any other baby care itemsHomework: noneDuration of class: yearBrief Instructor Bio: Professional Moms, too!

Course Title: Colonial Super FunCourse Code: 1CFInstructor Name: Kelley KuehnClass Coordinator: King Age Level: MS/UE/2nd grade through MSMaterials Fee: $25 for: copies, supplies for activities, etc.Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max: 4-10Course Description: Have fun while learning about Colonial times.Supplies to be provided by family: NoneHomework: NoneDuration of class: One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: I’m a mother of 3 wonderful children. This is our second semester at Adventurers.

Course Title: DramaCourse Code: 1DR, 2DRInstructor Name: Valerie GrossClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: High/Middle SchoolMaterials Fee: $45 for royalties, script, sets, costumes, etc.Instructor Fee: 0Class Mini/Maximum: 5-39Course Description: Although we have filled all the positions for acting, we're looking for a few good stage hands. Interested in designing costumes, painting sets, finding the perfect prop or dressing in all-black and making sure the play runs smoothly? Come with us on a journey Around the World in 80 Days! This slapstick adventure will provide many laughs all semester long. Each student will be encouraged to grow in his acting skills. This is a two-semester class. In the second semester, it will run first and second hour, so please plan accordingly. New students for stage hand work and sets/costumes/props only.Supplies to be provided by family: pencil brought to every single class, black pants and black long-sleeve cotton knit shirt and comfortable black footwear will be required second semester for stage hands and minor charactersHomework: memory work, brainstorming, work on assigned work from team (set, costume, lighting, etc.), researchDuration of class: YearlongBrief Instructor Bio: I'm a homeschool mom of seven who has enjoyed facilitating several of her children's dramatic productions.

Course Title: Entrepreneurship 101Course Code:1ENInstructor Name: Christina BanClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: HS/MS/Upper ElementaryMaterials Fee: $15 for: copies, miscellaneous suppliesInstructor Fee: $0Class Min/Max: 4-10Course Description: Learn how to start your own business! Through this class, students will gain entrepreneurial skills as they take their own ideas for a product/service from paper to a business. They will gain an entrepreneurial mindset as they dive into the areas of introduction to business, product creation, and financial literacy and budgeting. Their ideas will go from paper, to product, to prototype, to sales pitch as they learn how to be pint-sized (or teenager-sized) entrepreneurs!

Supplies to be provided by family: Supplies for your student’s business idea Homework: Invention is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration. Starting a business is similar. Duration of class: One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: A homeschool momma of 3 children, a high schooler, a middle schooler, and an elementary one. We have enjoyed this homeschool journey for almost 4 years and are hanging in there! (It's all Jesus!) We have been a part of Adventurers since the start of journey and we couldn't have asked for a better co-op!

Course Title: ForensicsCourse Code: 1FOInstructor Name: Suzette PettyClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: High school/Middle schoolMaterials Fee: $30 for: copies, hands-on activities materialsInstructor Fee: $0Class Min/Max: 4-12Course Description: Learn how professionals find evidence at a crime scene, and how they use that evidence to determine who committed the crime! We'll go over fingerprinting, ballistics trajectory, hair and fiber samples, and learn about determining whether a liquid is blood, and blood typing, and more! Details about the course are still being determined. Feel free to email me with any questions or concerns, and I may be able to adapt the class accordingly.Supplies to be provided by family:noneHomework up to an hour per week, but mostly noneDuration of class One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: This is our 6th year at Adventurers. I always enjoyed science classes in school, though I probably would have been a bit squeamish about this kind of class when I was in middle school.

Course Title: Games for Skill Building Course Code: 1GAInstructor Name: Bre BroderickClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: UE/LEMaterials Fee: $0Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max: 4-8Course Description: We will be playing a variety of board and card games to build skills in mathematics, reading, problem solving, and social development.Supplies to be provided by family: noneHomework: noneDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: I have been playing board and card games since before I can remember.

Course Title: Basic Hand Sewing: Step by StepCourse Code: 1HSInstructor Name: Diana TooleClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: High/Middle School, Upper/Lower Elementary, AdultMaterials Fee: $15 for materials: thread, needles, fabric, copiesInstructor Fee: 0Class Mini/Maximum: 3-20Course Description: I believe that learning hand sewing is an important skill to possess. This class has been set up with activities, in a specific order, to help ease into the craft of hand sewing. The projects are set up so that the most basic

beginner can complete them, and move gently forward to more and more complex projects. And the first two projects help with all the rest! Each student will be able to move through the projects at their own pace. They may also linger at a project and create more than one (with the caveat that students must keep only one of each project, and plan to give away the rest they make). All materials will be provided to the students. There will be a plethora of fabrics to choose from for each project.Supplies to be provided by family: StudentsHomework: None, unless the student can't stop sewing :)Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: I have taught classes for homeschool organizations for over 15 years. The classes I taught were eclectic in subject matter (from Biology to theater to creative writing to forensic science). I “retired” from teaching in 2015 to focus on my son's needs. Now, I come back to Adventurers as a parent! And I am really excited to teach again! I believe in a hands-on, student-driven classroom. Please don't hesitate to contact me with concerns or ideas!

Course Title: Kids in Motion Course Code: 1KM Instructor Name: Dani SmithClass Coordinator: King Age Level: Upper/Lower Elementary, 6 and up Materials Fee: $3Instructor Fee: 0 Class Minimum/Maximum: 6-20 Course Description: Kids In Motion is a fast paced energizing "gym class" that will keep you moving the whole hour. Through exciting and very active games, we learn how to be our best either individually or as a team, all the while having respect for one another in our words and actions. If it's a fun and energetic class you're looking for, check out Kids in Motion! *Middle School aged kids are welcome to take the class and participate, but they will be in a leadership role working with the teacher to help facilitate the class. Supplies to be provided by family: Water Bottle and Tennis Shoes Homework: none Duration of class: One semester Brief Instructor Bio: Dani is mother to three children, ages 7, 4, and 9 months old. Kids in motion is not only a class she loves to teach, but a way of life. In this class, students with learn problem solving, team building, and fine/large motor skills through the use of energy and silliness! Childhood is precious, and we will use their playfulness as a strength to encourage their cognitive and physical growth.

Course Title: Michigan HistoryCourse Code:1MHInstructor Name: Hillary JesseClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: Middle SchoolMaterials Fee: $20 for:Maps, dry-erase markers, books, craft or food supplies as neededInstructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max: 4-10Course Description: From Hiawatha to Henry Ford, from Mackinac Island to Motown, the history of Michigan is full of interesting people and wonderful places as well as events and elements of world importance. This class will introduce middle schoolers to this great state through books, music, maps, projects and food. Any vacation pictures or postcards, souvenirs from anywhere in Michigan, will be welcome as our class develops a temporary treasure chest of Michigania. (No wolverines, please.)Supplies to be provided by family: Lined notebook, pen/pencil, Michigan souvenirs (on loan)Homework: Each student will choose a book from my Michigan options to read at home and tell us about during class.Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: I'm a lifelong Michigan resident who grew up vacationing at state parks in both peninsulas. I've been an historical presenter at Colonial Michilimackinac and at Greenfield Village, and with my U.S. history degree, I

worked as an associate editor at Michigan History Magazine. I spent my lunch breaks wandering through the Michigan Historical Museum, downstairs from the magazine offices. I'm pretty sure my shadow is Mitten-shaped.

Course Title: RocketsCourse Code:1RCKInstructor Name: Class Coordinator: King Age Level: LE/UEMaterials Fee: to be determinedInstructor Fee: to be determinedClass Min/Max: 4-8Course Description: Learn about rockets! We’ll be looking at the parts of a rocket, how a rocket moves or turns, and making some air- powered rockets. Depending on the age of students, we may also make rockets to take to a local launch by the Huron Valley Rocket Society one Saturday per month.Supplies to be provided by family: to be determinedHomework: if needed, working on the rocket at homeDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Would you like to teach this class? Please contact Amanda King for more information!

2nd Hour

Course Title: Animal DissectionCourse Code: 2ADInstructor Name: Class Coordinator: PettyAge Level: HS/MSMaterials Fee: to be determinedInstructor Fee: to be determinedClass Min/Max: 3-8Course Description: Learn about animals through careful study of their bodies. Supplies to be provided by family: to be determinedHomework: to be determinedDuration of class: one semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Would you like to teach this class? Contact Suzette Petty for more information!

Course Title: Elementary DramaCourse Code: 2EDRInstructor Name: Diana TooleClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: Upper/Lower ElementaryMaterials Fee: $10 for: props, copies, possibly costume materialsInstructor Fee: 0Class Mini/Maximum: 3-15Course Description: Young children gain so much from participating in theater! It builds socialization skills, public speaking skills, big picture thinking, and confidence in themselves, just to name a few. And they get to have fun without even realizing they are developing! And the results are always fun (if not perfect)! If you would like to see your child develop some good skills, then this is the class for your child! Even if they are painfully shy, they are welcome to participate. There is a place for everyone in theater! Students will act, create characters, create costumes, come up with props and set, learn improvisation skills, and so much more! The show is TBA once we see how many students we have, so that we can accommodate all. If you have ideas, you are welcome to share them with me!Supplies to be provided by family: possibly small items for propsHomework: Line memorization and perhaps some item gathering.Duration of class: One semester

Brief Instructor Bio: I have taught classes for homeschool organizations for over 15 years. The classes I taught were eclectic in subject matter (from Biology to theater to creative writing to forensic science). I “retired” from teaching in 2015 to focus on my son's needs. Now, I come back to Adventurers as a parent! And I am really excited to teach again! I believe in a hands-on, student-driven classroom. Please don't hesitate to contact me with concerns or ideas!

Course Title: "Minding My Manners" - A Crash Course in Etiquette and MannersCourse Code:2MMInstructor Name: Christina BanClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: MS/UE/LEMaterials Fee: $10 for: Manners Manual, “Minding my Manners” Practice Chart, other class supplies.Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max:4-12Course Description: "Minding my Manners" is a unique learning experience designed to teach your son/daughter about manners and good habits. Through a series of lessons, games, lots of silly practice in class, and serious practice at home, each child will blossom in their ability to mind their "p's and q's". Topics will include "table and meal time etiquette", showing respect for parents, how to handle the word "no", personal hygiene, eye contact and hand shakes, and many more!Supplies to be provided by family: NoneHomework: Students will be sent home with a learned manner or habit to practice. Parents will sign their "Practice Charts" if/when the student practices their manners/habits.Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio:A homeschool momma of 3 children, a high schooler, a middle schooler, and an elementary one. We have enjoyed this homeschool journey for almost 4 years and are hanging in there! (It's all Jesus!) We have been a part of Adventurers since the start of journey and we couldn't have asked for a better co-op!

Course Title: Learning to LearnCourse Code:2LNInstructor Name: Zhanna SkalitzkyClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: HS/MSMaterials fee: $30Class Min/Max: 2-16Course description:Do you have the zeal to do better in your studies?The zeal alone to do better without the knowledge of how to study more effectively will bear little or no fruit. This course will present you with a results-oriented study process developed by Victus Study Skills System®.> Where are you now?> Where do you want to be?> How do you get there?These are the foundational cornerstones to improving your study habits and gaining valuable life skills to aid you in the long-term goals.Through hands-on participation the course will help students* realize that there are specific steps and strategies they can learn and apply to increase the effectiveness of their learning and study* build specific skills and acquire specific tools to use throughout life to help accomplish their goals and achieve their mission* develop respective attitudes and understand more fully their own role in their success in anything they seek to accomplish.During the course we will play games, debate, hypothesize, exchange ideas, hear stories, look inside ourselves, inspire others, set personal goals, and have lots of good discussions as we explore various tools and techniques you need to apply in reaching for your success.The Victus Study Skills System will be supplemented with other related material useful to the class purposes.Supplies provided by family: Pen/pencil

Homework: 10 minutes a dayDuration of class: One semesterInstructor bio: Mrs. Skalitzky is thrilled to present you with this course on “How to learn”, because she herself was never taught this formally in such a concentrated course. If she was, it would have been so much easier for her to acquire the higher education in a foreign language (she holds a B.S. in Finance from George Mason University in VA). A life-long learner who has completed a number of certificate courses in various music- and pedagogy-related areas, she has her own tricks and secrets to good study habits. She is happy to share them through stories and conversations on the subject of improving your study process to become a successful learner.

Course Title: Multi Media Art Class Course Code: 2MUInstructor: Class Coordinator: Petty Age Level: High/Middle School Materials Fee: $20 for: art supplies Instructor Fee: $0 Class Min/Maximum: 4-10 Course Description: Each week we will do a different art project with different materials so students get to use a variety of art supplies and techniques.Supplies to be provided by family: a pencil Homework: Duration of class: One semester: Would you like to teach this class? Contact Suzette Petty (suzettepetty@hotmail.com) for more information!

Course Title: Elementary Nerf Wars Course Code: 2ENF Instructor Name: Roxanne HillmanClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: Upper/Lower ElementaryMaterials Fee: $20 for Nerf guns and ammunition Instructor Fee: $0 Class Mini/Maximum: 4-16 Course Description: A weekly NERF war for the elementary kiddos!Supplies to be provided by family: Eye protectionDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio:My name is Roxanne and this is my second semester teaching at Adventurers (and our fourth year homeschooling). I have 3 wonderful, crazy kids and we live in Gregory, Mi.

Course Title: Sculpting and MoldingCourse Code: 2SCPInstructor Name: Class Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: HS/MS/UEMaterials Fee: to be determinedInstructor Fee: to be determinedClass Min/Max:4-8Course Description: Practice using your hands to make 3 dimensional art with various materials, including clay.Supplies to be provided by family: to be determined

Homework: some projects may require time at home to completeDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Would you like to teach this class? Contact a Class Coordinator today!

Course Title: TinkeringCourse Code: 2TKInstructor Name: Crissy BatisteClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: HS/MS/UEMaterials Fee: 10.00What materials fee will be used for:To purchase items at resale to take apart and put back together or any special tools needed. Also containers for storage if one does not have at home.Instructor Fee: $0Class Min/Max: 4-20Course Description Tinkering class will be fun! Taking things apart and putting things back together. Seeing what’s inside!! I have a few things in mind but you can bring anything to work on. If you do not have anything in mind we can purchase resale.Computers, Watches, Clocks, Toys, Mini Motor, etc.Supplies to be provided by family: Plastic container with lid to store item inHomework noneDuration of class One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: Hello! My name is Crissy Batiste. I am looking forward to teaching tinkering. We will have lots of fun learning inside parts of things and how they operate and put them back together.

3rd Hour

Course Title: ChoirCourse Code: 3CRInstructor Name: Valerie GrossClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: High/Middle SchoolMaterials Fee: $12 for: MusicInstructor Fee: 0Class Mini/Maximum: 4-100Course Description: Come sing hymns, classical, and folk music with us. Singing in parts is encouraged.Supplies to be provided by family: Pencil, water bottleDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Valerie Gross has sung with over 12 different choirs. The first choir she was in was a homeschool choir before homeschooling was widely recognized. She's been teaching music since her graduation from Wheaton College with a piano performance degree.

Course Title: Elementary BakingCourse Code: 3EBKInstructor Name: Hillary JesseClass Coordinator: King

Age Level: Upper/ Lower ElementaryMaterials Fee: $30 for: Ingredients and take-home boxes or bags.Instructor Fee: $0Class Min/Max: 4-6Course Description: We continue our exploration of baking, adding a new read aloud book to share while the oven timer counts down. We're welcoming new bakers and trying different recipes than we made in the fall. Because really, who wants to eat pumpkin bread in April?

If your child is in this class and *anyone* in your family has a food allergy or sensitivity, PLEASE LET ME KNOW before the semester starts. I don't want to plan nut bread recipes if nobody can touch walnuts.Supplies to be provided by family: Apron if you're a messy bakerHomework: Eat your classwork before Sunday or it'll go stale.Duration of class: One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: Hillary Jesse bakes muffins, quick breads, biscuits and occasionally cakes, sandwich bread, pies, pasties and bierocks.

Course Title: Elementary CodingCourse Code: 3ECDInstructor Name: Roxanne HillmanClass Coordinator: King Age Level: Upper/Lower ElementaryMaterials Fee: $25Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max:4-6Course Description: Join me for 12 weeks for coding fun! We will be using a variety of coding toys and games.Supplies to be provided by family: NoneHomework: NoneDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: My name is Roxanne and this is my second semester teaching at Adventurers (and our fourth year homeschooling). I have 3 wonderful, crazy kids and we live in Gregory, Mi.

Course Title: Flag Football Course Code: 3FF Instructor Name:Class Coordinator: Petty Age Level: High/Middle School, Upper Elementary Materials Fee: $3 for football, flags as needed Instructor Fee: 0 Class Mini/Maximum: 6-20 Course Description: We will learn fundamental skills and rules of football, but will spend most of our time playing games. Supplies to be provided by family:Tennis shoes *Please note that this class will be held outdoors even during the beginning of the semester. Appropriate warm attire will be required then. Homework: none Duration of class: One semester Brief Instructor Bio: Would you like to teach this class? Contact Suzette Petty (suzettepetty@hotmail.com) for more information!

Course Title: Hair Styling

Course Code: 3HSInstructor Name: Amanda KingClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: HS/MSMaterials Fee: $30 for: mannequin head, mannequin stand, bobby pins, clips, combs, productsInstructor Fee: $0Class Min/Max:3-10Course Description: Every class will be spent learning a different way to style and manipulate the hair. While building the confidence needed to replicate them at home!Supplies to be provided by family: blow dryer w/ air director (if you have one), curling iron, flat iron, paddle brush and 2.5" round brushHomework: There might be a day where I ask for something to be done outside of class. But it won't be weekly.Duration of class: One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: I have been a cosmetologist for 13 years. I studied cosmetology at the Douglas J Aveda Institute in Ann Arbor. I've worked behind the chair in 2 salons and when I had my first baby I decided to stay and work out of my home. I've done countless updos for high school dances and weddings. Many weddings traveling on site to share in their special day!

Course Title: AAA Logic and Critical ThinkingCourse Code: 3LO-AAAInstructor Name: TBDClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level:High SchoolMaterials Fee: $35What materials fee will be used for: WorkbookInstructor Fee $0Class Min/Max: 3-15Course Description: In this class, we will take a closer look at the mechanics behind our thought and communication. We will learn what makes a logical argument valid or invalid, how to construct valid arguments, and how to identify and expose invalid ones. We will learn about common logical fallacies and strategies for refuting them. We will pay special attention to ancient logical tools such as the syllogism and symbolic notation.Supplies to be provided by family: PencilHomework: Workbook PagesDuration of class: One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: Cara Valle graduated from Hillsdale College with a B.A. in English in 2010, taught English and Poetry for Great Hearts charter schools in Phoenix, AZ for 3 years, and now teaches Literature and Grammar online for Classical Learning Resource Center. Learning formal logic in high school greatly contributed to her success as an English major in college and an English teacher afterward, by building a foundation for logical analysis and writing.

Course Title: Self DefenseCourse Code: 3SDInstructor Name: Misty ZauggClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: High/Middle School, Upper Elementary, AdultMaterials Fee: $10 for folders, copies, pads and board breaking suppliesInstructor Fee: 0Class Mini/Maximum: 3-20

Course Description: This class will focus on a combination of mental and physical skills. First, learning how to recognize and avoid dangerous people, behaviors and situations. Second, learning basic karate skills including stances, blocks, strikes, kicks and getting out of grabs and chokes. The class will teach basic moves to new students and a new set of techniques to continuing students.We will spend part of each class discussing situations and strategies to stay safe and the rest of the class practicing techniques safely on each other and on foam striking pads so each student can get a feel for what it is like to defend themselves.The goal of the class is for the students to be confident that they can recognize danger soon enough to avoid it, but they will also have the basic skills to physically defend themselves if necessary.The self-defense techniques will be taught from the Yellow Belt Curriculum of American Kenpo Karate.Supplies to be provided by family: Students in clothes that make it easy to moveHomework: Practice techniques at homeDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Misty Zaugg is a 4th degree black belt in American Kenpo Karate and has been teaching karate and self-defense for over 30 years. She enjoys helping students feel more confident in their ability to recognize dangers, avoid them, and fight back if necessary.

Course Title: WoodworkingCourse Code: 3WOInstructor Name: Bre BroderickClass Coordinator: KingAge Level: MS/UE/LEMaterials Fee: $25 for: wood, hardware, glue, finish, etc.Instructor Fee:Class Min/Max: 4-10Course Description: A course to learn to make stuff out of wood. Projects will focus on using hand tools safely and effectively. Supplies to be provided by family: NoneHomework: NoneDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Second semester teaching this course. I enjoy making things in many different ways.

4th hour

Course Title: Make-up and face paintingCourse Code: 4FPInstructor Name: Class Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: HS/MSMaterials Fee: to be determinedInstructor Fee: to be determinedClass Min/Max: 3-10Course Description: Learn how to apply make-up effectively. Depending on student interest, this may include theatrical make-up techniques. Instruction may be through the use of videos. Supplies to be provided by family: to be determinedHomework: Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Would you like to teach this class? Please contact Autumn Barnier or Suzette Petty for more information!

Course Title: Manga DrawingCourse Code: 4MDInstructor Name: Megan JohnsonClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: High/Middle SchoolMaterials Fee: $5 for returning students, $15 for new students for: Purchasing sketchbooks, pencils, and other drawing suppliesInstructor Fee: $0Class Mini/Maximum: 2-7Course Description: Learn how to design, draw, and pose characters using the basics of the Manga art style. This class will pick up where last semester left off, further perfecting the design of an original character and moving on to more detailed poses and consistent design. We will explore all kinds of drawing aspects from shading, composition, and perspective to realistic clothing, unique expressions, and some creative design exercises. Though the style and concepts taught are based on Manga, students are encouraged to use and develop their own unique drawing style! New students are more than welcome, but be aware that we will probably only do a brief review of basic proportions/people.Supplies to be provided by family: Access to internet for specified references/tutorials, if we need to complete a project outside of class.Homework: I may ask students to complete projects that we started in class or to practice a new concept on their own time. And remember, practice makes perfect- the more you use your drawing skills on your own, the sooner you’ll be able to try more complicated projects.Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: I’m Megan Johnson, an Adventurers alumnus, the third of nine siblings, and a lover of all kinds of storytelling- from art to writing to stage performances. I’ve been drawing for as long as I can remember. I’m always trying new techniques, searching for interesting subjects, and staring at other peoples’ amazing artwork. I love sharing and further exploring what I’ve learned by teaching it to fellow artists!

Course Title: “Party” Politics: American Government with a twistCourse Code: 4GOVInstructor Name: Shelly CzupinskiClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: High School, Adults, self-motivated 13 year olds; new students welcome. See belowMaterials Fee: $10 for: copies, "tax money" TBD by studentsInstructor Fee: $40Class Mini/Maximum: 8-25Course Description: Back by popular demand! Learn by doing! As we study various aspects of our US Government we will create a similarly structured government for the class. Some of our tasks will include: drafting and ratifying our own "Constitution", electing an “executive”, proposing bills and enacting them into law as senators or representatives, using our class “tax” money—maybe for a “party”, etc. NEW STUDENTS are welcome. They will need to read the US Constitution and the one put together by the class this semester. before classes start in January.

Units this semester:III. The Legislative BranchIV. The Judicial BranchV. The Bill of RightsVI. State and Local Government.

New students will be provided their own copy of the Constitution.

This semester we will incorporate guest speakers and more optional field trips to Lansing (Hall of Justice and Capitol) and local courthouse.Supplies to be provided by family: Students should bring a copy of The Constitution of the United States and a notebook for taking and keeping notes and papers. Families may wish to purchase an American Government text of choice and follow along with this class, though topics may be covered in a different order. It will not be necessary to purchase a government text if the student has access to a library, the internet, encyclopedia, informed adults, etc. This is all about finding information pertinent to the subject from the perspective of the family’s choosing.Homework: 1-3 hours per week, researching questions, writing speeches, drafting bills, etc Students will be required to come prepared each week to answer questions assigned the previous week. These assignments will be turned in to the instructor. After each unit, (~monthly) students will write an essay pertaining to the unit, signed by a parent. Families in previous classes have awarded students ½ credit of Civics/ US Government. If the student has already taken a civics course, classwork can be used toward US History, Writing, or Student Government.Duration of class: two semestersBrief Instructor Bio: B.S. in Physical Therapy from the University of Michigan. Shelly has taught this class four times before to about 60 students. She enjoys instilling in students a desire to be active, informed participants in our representative government.

Course Title: Pathfinder RPG ClubCourse Code: 4RPInstructor Name: Suzette PettyClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: MS/HSMaterials Fee: $25 for: pathfinder core rulebook (waived if you have a copy)Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max: 4-8Course Description: We’ll use the standard rules of Pathfinder to roll characters and play through a campaign or two. Campaigns will likely be standard Pathfinder content, rather than original content. Supplies to be provided by family: a pencil would be handy. If you wish to bring your own dice set, that’s fine.Homework: noneDuration of class: One Semester Brief Instructor Bio: Suzette Petty is not a good game master, so if anyone else would like to step in and do it, please email at suzettepetty@hotmail.com

Course Title: Photography- “Snap Happy”Course Code: 4PHInstructor Name: Tiffany HinesClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: High/Middle SchoolMaterials Fee: $35 for print work for Showcase at the end of the semesterInstructor Fee: 0Class Mini/Maximum: 3-8Course Description: In this class, we will learn how to get happy with your snaps! You will learn how to identify and find the best light, basic principles of composition, and some basic tips on photo editing. We will learn about basic camera functions such as aperture, shutter speed, exposure, and composition, and learn how to apply them to capture any scene! There will be significant emphasis on practical application and homework will involve taking photos and uploading them to our Google Classroom page. Our Final Project will showcase the various things we learn throughout the semester and be printed for the student to keep. Note: students will need a camera with adjustable focus in order

to participate fully. A nice point and shoot camera with the ability to use manual functions such as aperture priority, shutter speed adjustment could work, but students will not get as much from the class without regular access to a DSLR camera and at least one lens.Supplies to be provided by family: A camera, preferably a digital single lens reflex camera.Homework: taking pictures and uploading them to the Google classroomDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Tiffany Hines is a professional photographer, and is excited to share her knowledge to improve your snapshots!

Course Title: Sibling Club 4th, 5th 6th hourCourse Code: 4SCL, 5SCL, 6SCLInstructor Name: A-Team volunteersClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: UE/LEMaterials Fee: $5/child for any or all hours attended. (Not $5 for each hour attended.)Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max: Minimum 4Course Description: This is a club for all our younger Adventurers while their older siblings are in class or while their parent is teaching a MS/HS class during 4th-6th hour. Sibling Club will be a time of supervised hang out time where we will participate in a craft, a small snack during 5th hour, watch a family-friendly movie, play board play games, and generally have fun! Supplies to be provided by family: Snack (if child has dietary concerns), board games, craft ideas (if you have them)Homework: noneDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Your hardworking A-Team will be leading this club on a rotation basis.

5th Hour

Course Title: BiologyCourse Code: 5BIOInstructor Name: Diana TooleClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: High SchoolMaterials Fee: $40 (includes text and all other materials -families will only need to supply paper and pencils )Instructor Fee: $45Class Mini/Maximum: 2-12Course Description: Drawing on 10+ years experience of teaching biology to High school students from the oerskectide of a passion for all things biological , the instructor has developed a style of biology class that will fulfill the high school requirement for the class while employing a hands on , research oriented , complement interactive method for students to obtain the necessary information. Each week , students will delve in to a new topic of biology that will build on the previous weeks . Using books , internet , laboratory tools , each other , the instructors knowledge and the world around them . Students will be asked to discover the topic to the fullest extent possible to them . Taught from a general Christian perspective, the instructor will leave the controversial topics open for the student to explore from their own belief framework . Supplies to be provided by family: to be determinedHomework: Likely to be at least an hour per week, possibly moreDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: I have taught classes for homeschool organizations for over 15 years. The classes I taught were eclectic in subject matter (from Biology to theater to creative writing to forensic science). I “retired” from teaching in 2015 to focus on my son's needs. Now, I come back to Adventurers as a parent! And I am really excited to teach again! I believe in a hands-on, student-driven classroom. Please don't hesitate to contact me with concerns or ideas!

Course Title: Chess Club

Course Code: 5CCInstructor Name: Class Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: HS/MS/UEMaterials Fee: $0Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max:4-8Course Description: Learn how to play chess, or learn some new moves in chess. Or just beat everyone else in chess. Anyone who likes chess will enjoy this class!Supplies to be provided by family: If you have a chess board, feel free to bring it.Homework: Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Laura has been playing chess with her family for 3-4 years. She loves the challenge of chess!

Course Title: Drawing Portraits from PhotographsCourse Code: 5PDInstructor: Melissa LeesClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: High School/Middle School/AdultMaterials Fee: $25 drawing supplies for new students: paper, pencils, stubs, kneadable erasers for; for returning students: a Tombow Mono Zero Eraser as well as some new blending suppliesInstructor Fee: 0Class Min/Max: 2-10Course Description: Learn how to mix graphite and charcoal for a satisfying product. Practice with lighting, shading, and blending for a realistic result. This course will benefit anyone from beginner to advanced. We are using artists from Youtube to advance our technique. Youtube allows a 3 hour drawing to fast forward into a 25 minute lesson with time to practice the skill.Supplies to be provided by family: Additional practice supplies (like paper) if needed.Homework: Practice sketching skills on your own. No real homework, but you will advance by the amount of time put into your practice sessions.Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: I've won many state and county competitions with my pencil drawings, but watching Youtube videos has really improved my technique. Learning to draw opens up a whole new way of looking at the world. I've used my talents to stretch beyond pencils into many art-forms ...especially for ministry. But without the basics it is difficult to express everything else well.

Course Title: Stage Combat Course Code: 5SC Instructor Name: Class Coordinator: Petty Age Level: HS/MS Materials Fee: to be determined for: equipment: purchase, repair, and maintenance Instructor Fee: to be determined Class Mini/Maximum: 4-10 Course Description: The basics of swordsmanship, how to carry one's sword for the stage, how to clash with others on the stage (yes, these are real swords), but most of all, how to do all of this safely.Supplies to be provided by family: Loose fitting clothes, Shoes/Boots with good grip (i.e. not open toed anything). Students may also wish to purchase personal practice weapon(s). Homework: Practice makes perfect Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Interested in teaching this class? Contact Suzette Petty (suzettepetty@hotmail.com) today!

Course Title: World War IICourse Code: 5WWInstructor Name: Liz GrossClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: HS/MSMaterials Fee: $5 for: copies, suppliesInstructor Fee: $0Class Min/Max: 3-10Course Description: A class to become familiar with major points of World War two, and explore some parts in more detail (as people are interested). Probably discussion based, as well as some videos or documentaries. Each student will be asked to do one project on some aspect of the war over the course of the semester.Supplies to be provided by family: notebook, pencil, cheerful studentHomework: not a lot, but research on WW2 is strongly suggested, and there will be a project on the topic over the semester for display at showcase.Duration of class: One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: Elizabeth Gross is a high-school student who loves reading, history, Karate, swimming, her family, playing the piano, and organizing stuff, among other things.

Course Title: YearbookCourse Code: 5YBInstructor Name: Holly GallardoClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: High SchoolMaterials Fee: $0Instructor Fee: $0Class Mini/Maximum: 2-10Course Description: You will work together to create a yearbook using Treering.com.Supplies to be provided by family: If you have a nice camera to take pictures with, that would be great! Everyone will need to have a chromebook or laptop that they can use to work on the yearbook during class time.Homework: Work on pages at homeDuration of class: YearlongBrief Instructor Bio: I have been teaching at Adventurers for almost 5 years now. This is the first time I will be working with the yearbook class. I am excited to be part of the process this year!

6th Hour

Course Title: English Country DancingCourse Code: 6CDInstructor Name: Megan Johnson and Abigail JohnsonClass Coordinator: PettyAge Level: High School/Middle SchoolMaterials Fee: $0Instructor Fee: $0Class Mini/Maximum: 2-16Course Description:English Country Dancing is a fun pastime for anybody, even if they don't have dancing experience. (It's also great exercise!) It can be done with any number of people, from small groups to a whole ballroom full! In this

class, students will learn and memorize several line dances along with the basic steps and terms of English Country Dancing.Supplies to be provided by family: Comfortable shoes and clothes for dancingHomework: Practice at home the dances we work on each weekDuration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: Megan(19) and Abigail(15) are sisters who have been a part of Adventurers for several years. They are currently taking ballet and lyrical dance classes together and enjoy all kinds of dancing!

Course Title: Film MakingCourse Code: 6FMInstructor Name: Conner BarnierClass Coordinator: BarnierAge Level: HS/MSMaterials Fee: $0Instructor Fee:$0Class Min/Max: 3-5Course Description: Learn simple camera tricks, directing, simple acting, and filmmaking techniques used by professionals and last of all work together to make a short film.Supplies to be provided by family: Video CameraHomework: Practicing what we've been learning and producing videos.Duration of class: One SemesterBrief Instructor Bio: I, Conner Barnier, am an aspiring author writing a novel series. I make short-films for youtube and adore practical effects. I will be glad to teach others about what I love so much.

Course Title: International CookingCourse Code: 6ICOInstructor Name: Jeff BarnierClass Coordinator: Petty Age Level: High school/Middle schoolMaterials Fee: $50-Instructor Fee: $0Class Min/Max: 3-10Course Description: Learn how to cook new and exciting foods from around the world as well as popular American dishes that originated in other cultures.Supplies to be provided by family: an apron in case we get messyHomework: if they wish to study more about the food and cultures they learn about they are more than welcome to but not required to . They can also cook a new dish for their families to show off their new knowledge and skills :)Duration of class: One semesterBrief Instructor Bio: I have always enjoyed cooking and I was trained in the Army as a food service specialist (cook). I enjoy cooking for my friends and family and have taught my children to cook as well. My wife Autumn and I have been homeschooling our four children full time for the past six years and last year we joined Adventurers and have thoroughly enjoyed this great group of people and the wonderful classes here.