Fall 2016 Registration

Early Family Registration for the Fall 2016 semester will open approximately May 16, 2016 and end on June 30, 2016.  Discounted registration fees will be available during this time, with additional discounts available for those willing to lead teach or co-lead teach a class.
 
Regular Family Registration will be open from July 1-31, 2016.
 
A complete list of class offerings for the Fall 2016 will be published by July 1st.  Class registration will not begin until after Family Registration closes. 

SHHC Winter/Spring 2016 Classes

SHHC is pleased to announce our class offerings for the Winter/Spring 2016 semester.

SHHC Family Membership is open until December 4th, 2015 or until all membership slots are filled.   All families are required to be members of SHHC in order to attend our Co-Op classes. Class Registration for specific classes will be held on December 7th,  2015 and details for that will be released only to current SHHC members via email.   Family Membership fees ($60)  cover enrollment for all children in your family into one class per class period (two) for the entire 12 week semester. In order to register your family for membership, you must submit the three registration documents and your fees payment (either by check or PayPal.).  Please email us at the address on the blog sidebar if you need a mailing address to send your documents.
 
Please note that while we are making every effort ensure that these are the classes  that will be offered this Fall, there remains the possibility of changes needing to be made due to unforeseen circumstances.  Also, please be aware that some of these classes may require an additional supply fee which will be indicated prior to Class Registration on December 7th, 2015.

First Period

K-2nd

Creeping Crawling Creatures

Find out what’s “bugging” you! Learn about insects, spiders, and other creatures we find crawling around outside. Each week we will learn about a different creature including their special features, their habits and their habitats. Hands-on learning will include stories, games, crafts and more. 

Music and Movement

This will be a class filled with lots of action as we learn about music from around the world with instruments, movement to music and basic music theory.

 

 

3rd-5th

 Amphibians and Reptiles

Explore the amazing world of reptiles and amphibians!  We will dig deep into the reptile orders of Squamata: lizards and snakes, Chelonia: turtles and tortoises, Crocodilia: alligators and crocodiles, and several members of amphibians including frogs, toads and more.  We will learn new facts and encounter live animals in our class!  A supply fee will be added to this class to cover an “in-class field trip” with a reptile specialist for a hands-on learning experience.

 Elementary Board Games

Each week this class will feature a different board game.  Some will be educationally based, some will just be fun!  Students will learn the basics of how to play each game and then put it into practice by participating afterwards.  Some games will be:  Funglish, Malestrom, Inventors, Apples to Apples, Settlers Of Catan, Mexican train dominos, Jenga and much more.

 6th and up

 World Religions and Christian Apologetics

This class will focus on learning how to share the Gospel and how to defend the Christian faith. We will study the Bible and use the truth of the scripture to combat false religions and cults such as Islam, Jehovah’s Witnesses and Mormonism.

 Lego Mindstorms

This class is an introduction to programming robots using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robotics System. Working in small groups, students will use a computer to program their robot to move, react, and make sounds in order to solve challenges.  As time allows, topics will include motor control, sensors, timing, program loops, logic gates, decision-making, timing sequences, and binary number systems as well as problem solving strategies. Class fee will be required and several laptops will be needed if you have one you can bring.

 8th and up

 C is for Cooking

This will be an advanced cooking class as we explore creating items that all begin with the letter “C”—items may include things like couscous, cream puffs and crème brulee. In order to cover the cost of groceries, a class fee and possibly supply list will be required. Class will also be limited in size due to kitchen space.

 

Second Period

K-2nd

US Presidents


Hail to the chief! Here’s your chance to learn all about the presidents’ achievements, their nicknames, hobbies, even what kind of goods they ate. After you learn so much about presidents, maybe you will want to run for office someday, too.
 

Oceans and Continents

“Travel” the world with fun books, crafts, and foods that represent the continents and oceans of our world. We will take a journey that your students won’t soon forget!  Supply fee: $5 per student (also, please list food allergies and/or restrictions).

 3rd- 5th

Ancient Egypt Unit Study

Mummies and cats and pharaohs, Oh my! We’ll be learning all things about ancient Egypt!!

“The Indian in the Cupboard” Book Club

Come and join our book club featuring the first book of “The Indian in the Cupboard” trilogy. Bring your imagination as we go on this “little” adventure that turns out to be quite a huge one. We will discover more about the Iroquois Indians through some mini projects such as building a mini long house, developing a village, and going on a mini hunt. Let’s use our big imaginations to discover what it would be like if we were only 3 inches tall. So if you like tales of adventure, friendship, and even time travel, our book club is for you. Parent note: Easy read for 4th, 5th graders- probably 3rd/4th grade actual reading level. Students will be required to read 1-2 chapters a week at home. Class Supply Fee: $2 fee for book unless you already have a copy.

 

4th and up

DIY Maintenance and Repair

An exciting hands on course designed for boys that will learn basic care, maintenance, repair and small projects that can be done around the home and or a car. While learning the basics we will also be incorporating Biblical character values into our teaching to help transition young boys into God honoring young men who will walk worthy of the name of Christ.

 6th and up

 Yearbook

The goal of this class is to produce a yearbook for our Co-op. The students will use and develop skills in planning, photography, journalism, and teamwork in order to accomplish the basic task of yearbook production. There will be some outside class time required for students on the yearbook staff.  All students enrolling in this class must commit to performing tasks as assigned.

Shakespeare Literature Study

Do you think Shakespeare is boring or hard?  Well, boy are you wrong!!!  Join us as we dive into “Romeo and Juliet” and “Macbeth”.  We will have lots of fun activities to bring the plays to life.  Students will need a copy of “Romeo and Juliet” and “Macbeth” that they can bring to class.

 7th and up


Constitutional Candidates

With the election year upon us, we will be researching the candidates who wish to represent us at every level of government, from Washington DC all the way down to our local city offices. We will discover the responsibilities of each office and evaluate how they align with the Constitution. There will be research assignments to be completed outside of class. These should require no more than 1hr per week. Each family will need to purchase the book, Sovereign Duty, either in paperback ($18) or ebook ($10).

Winter/Spring 2016 Early Registration

Early registration for the Winter/Spring 2016 semester of South Hall Homeschool Co-Op is open!

Here are the details:

Our meeting time and location will remain the same– Tuesday afternoons @ Hopewell Baptist Church (Oakwood/Gainesville area). The optional PE Games period will begin at 1:15 pm and regular class sessions will start at 2:00 pm.

In order to be eligible for discounted fees for lead/co-lead teachers, your class subject must be pre-approved by Wendy or Rachael (please email or call us to discuss).  Families new to SHHC this year are eligible to participate as “assistants only” during their first year– or they are certainly welcome to teach/co-lead teach a class!!!

All new SHHC families must complete a Registration Form, Participation Agreement and sign a Statement of Faith (links in the sidebar). Please email us if you need the address to send your documents and/or registration fees. Payment may be made by cash, check or PayPal (links in the sidebar).  Please know if you choose to pay via PayPal, you will see a small addition to your total which is to cover the cost of PayPal’s fees.

Our official list of class offerings for the Winter/Spring semester will be published around or before November 1st.  New families wishing to take advantage of early registration discounts, please be aware that our classes will be available for children from preschool through middle/high school as well as childcare for infants. Elementary age and higher classes will be available in age-appropriate ranges (typically K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th and up and High School only). Our parent-led classes are typically enrichment type– you can see the actual classes we’ve offered in the past at the link on the sidebar.  If you have questions about potential class offerings for the upcoming semester, please email us and we’ll be happy to let you know which classes currently have available teachers.

Early Registration Dates— October 14th- October 31st
Early Registration Family Membership Fees— Lead Teacher ($25), Co-Lead Teacher ($35), New Families ONLY– first or second semester participating with SHHC ($45)

Regular Registration Dates— November 1st- December 4th

Regular Registration Family Membership Fees— $60 (current/previous members may be asked to co-teach a class if needed)
 
Classes Registration Date–December 7th

Winter/Spring Semester Important Dates
Tuesday, January 12– 1st day of classes (we will meet weekly for 12 weeks)
Tuesday, March 29– last day of  semester classes
February 9th– Valentine’s Party
Mid- April (date TBA)– Spring Family Night Celebration

SHHC Fall 2015 Classes

SHHC is pleased to announce our class offerings for the Fall 2015 semester.

SHHC Family Membership is open until July 31, 2015 or until all membership slots are filled.   All families are required to be members of SHHC in order to attend our Co-Op classes. Class Registration for specific classes will be held on August 3rd,  2015 and details for that will be released only to current SHHC members via email.   Family Membership fees ($60)  cover enrollment for all children in your family into one class per class period (two) for the entire 12 week semester. In order to register your family for membership, you must submit the three registration documents and your fees payment (either by check or PayPal.).  Please email us at the address on the blog sidebar if you need a mailing address to send your documents.
 
Please note that while we are making every effort ensure that these are the classes  that will be offered this Fall, there remains the possibility of changes needing to be made due to unforeseen circumstances.  Also, please be aware that some of these classes may require an additional supply fee which will be indicated prior to Class Registration on August 3rd, 2015.

 

If you have any additional questions, please contact us via email.

 

 

 

1st period

K-2nd

Holidays: This class will be a unit study on US holidays with a focus on their history and traditions.  It will include many hands on activities.

Loving Literature: This will be an activity based literature class.  We will read classic children’s stories and have activities related to the stories which may include things like lapbooks, games, crafts, etc.

 3rd-5th

Artistic-al, Scientific-al Adventures: Art meets Science?  Who would have known? As students are learning about famous artists and their works, they will also be introduced to basic science concepts each week. They will create their own masterpieces and watch science happen right before their eyes!  The projects will be sent home each week, with an artist bio and an explanation of the science concept. Supply fee: $5 per student.

Travel Around the World: Come take a journey around the world!  We will explore the culture and traditions of a variety of countries as well as engage in fun hands-on activities like cooking traditional foods from each country we visit.  Supply fee: $5 per student.

 6th and up

Introduction to Cake Decorating: We will learn the basics of beginning cake decorating from making icing and frosting a cake to learning how to use basic decorating tools.  Students will have a chance to practice new skills each week which will include such things as stars, borders, writing, flowers and leaves.  We will also explore cupcake & cookie decorating.  Class size will be limited to 10 students and priority will be given by age and to students who have not previously taken this class.   Supply fee: $20 per student (will include tools that the students get to keep at the end of class).

Movies as Literature: We will watch 2 or 3 classic movies during class (TBD at present—under consideration are “Shane”, “The Quiet Man” and “The Music Man”) to introduce and study the elements of literary analysis. This class will not only give students the tools to appreciate good books more fully, but will equip them with the ability to begin to discern underlying messages in movies rather than simply absorb them.

 7th & up

Roots of Liberty : This class is not just another lecture on the Constitution. Each week we will view and discuss a portion of a seminar in which KrisAnne Hall of Liberty First presents the 700+ year history that gave us our founding documents – proving that our founding documents were not created on a whim and that they are reliable and relevant. In addition to the history of the Bill of Rights, KrisAnne presents each of the first ten amendments in their context – in the words and history of our founders. As you enter adulthood, it is extremely important to know not only what your rights are, but why you have them. (No supply fee. A list of optional activities and reading will be provided for those who wish to supplement this class either for high school credit or for fun.  Also, this class will be open to 6th graders who are interested in this topic and advanced discussions.)

 

2nd period

K-2nd

Missionary Stories: This class will focus on real-life stories of missionaries, including God’s protection, provision and “everyday” miracles. We’ll also study the culture, food, language and geography of the countries where the missionaries serve.

K-3rd

Superpowers for Success: Want to sharpen some of your Superpower Skills?  This class will help you improve your superpower skills of making a great first impression (refine your handshake, make introductions, and dressing the part) and communicating effectively (interrupting politely, being a good friend, and writing thank you notes).  Naturally you have to keep up your Super Strength, so we’ll learn about setting the table, fun ways to fold napkins, and what to do when (Ewwww!) you’re served a food that is just plain yucky!  We will end the semester with a Super Party where we can practice our Super Skills!

 

3rd-5th

Bird Nerds: We’re going to learn to identify different birds, construct bird feeders and bird houses.  We’ll learn about what owls eat by dissecting owl pellets.  We will perform many more “egg”speriments along the way.

4th and up

Team Sports: This intramural, low-key, class will learn the fundamentals of several team sports: Flag Football, Slow-pitch Softball and Volleyball.  The semester will be broken up into three, four week periods, concentrating on one sport at a time.  Early weeks will be in the classroom exploring each sport’s history, position names and responsibilities, equipment requirements, and strategies of the game.  The class will also work on teamwork and other core values (wisdom, initiative, compassion, self-control, etc.).  The class will then move outside, broken into two teams to play the sports.

 

6th and up

Scripture Art Journaling: Based on the ebook, A Year of Art Journaling, this class is a beginner course in artful discovery for anyone interested in the creative world of art journaling, with a focus on creating a weekly page based on a scripture.  For the student who wants a way to tap into their creative reserves in an art form that doesn’t measure results, but instead encourages discovery and exploration.  Supply fee and/or supply list will be required.

(*** This class is still PENDING final approval***) Ecopolis: This class is an economics/government resource where each person in the class plays a part in a simulated town.  Students get a chance to have jobs, make speeches, elect officials, pay taxes, compete in business and more.

Registration for the Fall 2015 Semester is now OPEN!

Registration for the Fall 2015 semester of South Hall Homeschool Co-Op is open!

Here are the details:

Our meeting time and location will remain the same– Tuesday afternoons @ Hopewell Baptist Church. The optional PE Games period will begin at 1:15 pm and regular class sessions will start at 2:00 and end by 3:35 pm.
In order to be eligible for discounted fees for lead/co-lead teachers, your class subject must be pre-approved by Wendy or Rachael (please email or call us to discuss).  Families new to SHHC this year are eligible to participate as “assistants only” during their first year– or they are certainly welcome to teach/co-lead teach a class!!!
All new SHHC families must complete a Registration Form, Participation Agreement and sign a Statement of Faith (links in the sidebar). Please email us if you need the address to send your documents and/or registration fees. Payment may be made by cash, check or PayPal (links in the sidebar).  Please know if you choose to pay via PayPal, you will see a small addition to your total which is to cover the cost of PayPal’s fees.
Our list of class offerings will be published around July 1st.  New families wishing to take advantage of early registration discounts, please be aware that our classes will be available for children from preschool through middle/high school as well as childcare for infants. Elementary age and higher classes will be available in age-appropriate ranges (typically K-2nd, 3rd-5th and 6th and up). Our parent-led classes are typically enrichment type– you can see the actual classes we’ve offered in the past at the link on the sidebar.  If you have questions about potential classes for this fall before July 1st, please email us and we’ll be happy to let you know which classes we currently have teachers for.
Early Registration Dates— Tuesday, May 12- Sunday, June 30
Early Registration Family Membership Fees— Lead Teacher ($25), Co-Lead Teacher ($35), New Families ONLY ($45)
Regular Registration Dates— July 1- July 31 (or until all spaces are filled)
Regular Registration Family Membership Fees— $60 (current/previous members may be asked to co-teach a class if needed)


Fall Semester Important Dates
Friday, August 21– Back to Co-Op Family Movie Night
Tuesday, September 1– 1st day of classes (we will meet weekly for 12 weeks)
Tuesday, November 17– last day of classes
Friday, October 2– Field trip to “Pecos Bill” @ Brenau
Tuesday, December 8– Christmas Party (tentative)
Thursday, December 10– Mom’s Only Favorite Things Christmas party (tentative)

 
If you have any questions, please email us at southhallhomeschoolcoop@hotmail.com.

Winter/Spring 2015

SHHC is pleased to announce our class offerings for the Winter/Spring 2015 semester.

SHHC Family Membership is open until December 12, 2014 or until all membership slots are filled.   All families are required to be members of SHHC in order to attend our Co-Op classes. Class Registration for specific classes will be held on December 15, 2014 and details for that will be released only to current SHHC members via email.   Family Membership fees ($60)  cover enrollment for all children in your family into one class per class period (two) for the entire 12 week semester. In order to register your family for membership, you must submit the three registration documents and your fees payment (either by check or PayPal.).  Please email us at the address on the blog sidebar if you need a mailing address to send your documents.

Please note that while we are making every effort ensure that these are the classes  that will be offered this Winter/Spring, there remains the possibility of changes needing to be made due to unforeseen circumstances.  Also, please be aware that some of these classes may require an additional small supply fee which will be indicated prior to Class Registration on December 15th, 2014.
 
If you have any additional questions, please contact us via email.

K-2nd
Dr. Seuss: We’ll focus on one fun Dr. Seuss classic per week. There will be crafts, physical activities, interactive reading aloud, games and occasional snacks that tie-in to the stories.
All About Chocolate: We will study the many facets of chocolate, using literature, geography, graphing, addition, multiplication, measurements, and creative writing.
How to Bake a Cherry Pie and See the USA: A unit study based on the book by the same name, we will travel the USA and get coal for steel to make a pie pan, cotton to make pot holders, oil to make plastic for a  spoon, etc…..  
Adventures in the Human Body: Learn about our amazing bodies that God made!  We’ll talk about the skeletal system and joints, the muscular system and skin, the circulatory system, the digestive system and teeth, eating healthy, the respiratory system and voice, the senses and  the nervous system.
3rd-5th
Crafts Across America: We will be studying crafts that have immigrated and making them in class each week. Come and learn about immigration to America and what fun crafts they brought with them! And of course get crafty making them!
Planes, Trains & Automobiles:  We will study the history of each of these incredible modes of transportation as well as make models of them.
Simple Machines:  Building and competing, teamwork and problem solving while studying simple machines (such as levers, pulleys, etc.)
Curiosity Files: Calling all those with a curious mind who are drawn to the strange and bizarre! Join us as we explore such outlandish oddities as Cicada Killing Wasps, Zombie Fire Ants, Rogue Waves, MRSA, Quicksand and more.
 5th and up
Box City: The students would experience what it takes to build a city using skills employed by architects, builders, and municipalities. The students would make buildings using boxes eventually creating a city placing all the boxes on a grid.
6thand up
Tolkien Study: We will continue on our journey through Middle Earth, following the journey of Frodo Baggins and his fellow travelers.  We will be watching scenes from all 3 movies, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King.
Yearbook: The goal of this class is to produce a yearbook for our Co-op. The students will use and develop skills in planning, photography, journalism, and teamwork in order to accomplish the basic task of yearbook production. There will be some outside class time required for students on the yearbook staff.  All students enrolling in this class must commit to performing tasks as assigned
Claymation:  Students will learn about a stop motion technique called Claymation.  We will discuss the history of Claymation, and a famous movie, Chicken Run.  Students will work in teams to create a storyboard, build clay characters/props, design a set, and take pictures all leading up to the making of their own animated short film using computer software.  Claymation not only allows students to be creative story writers, but hands on sculptors and builders.  Priority for enrollment will be given to students who were not able to take this class in the Fall 2014.
 8thand up
Current Events: This will be a round-table discussion of current events in our nation and the world. The topic will be announced prior to each class. Students will be expected to research the topic before class and be ready to share their findings with the group. A few guest speakers may be invited to give us a deeper perspective. Each student will need to read The Constitution of the United States (pocket copies will be provided).”
 

Winter/Spring 2015 Registration

Registration for the Winter/Spring 2015 semester of South Hall Homeschool Co-Op is open!

Here are the details:

Our meeting time and location will remain the same– Tuesday afternoons @ Hopewell Baptist Church (Oakwood/Gainesville area). The optional PE Games period will begin at 1:15 pm and regular class sessions will start at 2:00 pm.

In order to be eligible for discounted fees for lead/co-lead teachers, your class subject must be pre-approved by Wendy or Rachael (please email or call us to discuss).  Families new to SHHC this year are eligible to participate as “assistants only” during their first year– or they are certainly welcome to teach/co-lead teach a class!!!

All new SHHC families must complete a Registration Form, Participation Agreement and sign a Statement of Faith (links in the sidebar). Please email us if you need the address to send your documents and/or registration fees. Payment may be made by cash, check or PayPal (links in the sidebar).  Please know if you choose to pay via PayPal, you will see a small addition to your total which is to cover the cost of PayPal’s fees.

Our official list of class offerings for the Winter/Spring semester will be published around November 19th.  New families wishing to take advantage of early registration discounts, please be aware that our classes will be available for children from preschool through middle/high school as well as childcare for infants. Elementary age and higher classes will be available in age-appropriate ranges (typically K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th and up and High School only). Our parent-led classes are typically enrichment type– you can see the actual classes we’ve offered in the past at the link on the sidebar.  If you have questions about potential class offerings for the upcoming semester, please email us and we’ll be happy to let you know which classes we currently have teachers available for.

Early Registration Dates— October 14- November 11th
Early Registration Family Membership Fees— Lead Teacher ($25), Co-Lead Teacher ($35), New Families ONLY– first or second semester participating with SHHC ($45)

Regular Registration Dates— November 12th- December 15th
Regular Registration Family Membership Fees— $60 (current/previous members may be asked to co-teach a class if needed)

Winter/Spring Semester Important Dates
Tuesday, January 13– 1st day of classes (we will meet weekly for 12 weeks)
Tuesday, March 31– last day of classes
February 10th– Valentine’s Party
Mid- April (date TBA)– Spring Family Night Celebration