Elementary classes
We have a selection of a la carte classes for elementary-aged students (Kindergarten through 5th grade) in the afternoon, following the Junior Co-op Program. All families with elementary-aged students are eligible to take a la cart Elementary Classes in the afternoon, even if they are not registered in the morning Junior Co-op Program.
We will have on-site care for babies, walkers, and pre-schoolers during these classes.
Tuesday class sCHEDULE
Elementary Classes pricing
Tuesday Elementary Classes
Community Garden
(Grades K – 8)
Facilitator: Andrea Healey
Time: 9:00 – 10:20
Room: G 322
Course Description
Dig into the wonders of nature with our hands-on gardening class designed for students in grades 4 through 8! This interactive program teaches the basics of planting, growing, and caring for a garden, while incorporating lessons in science, sustainability, and skill building.
Students will explore plant life cycles, garden tool safety, pollinators, and seasonal planting through fun, age-appropriate activities.
Whether working in garden beds or creating take-home projects, children will develop a deeper appreciation for nature and the environment—while getting their hands a little dirty!
Required Materials
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Kid-sized gardening gloves
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Small hand trowel
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Water bottle
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Clothes and shoes that can get dirty
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Gardening apron
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Sun hat or cap
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Notebook or garden journal
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Pencil
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Colored pencils and markers
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Reusable bag or bucket to carry supplies
Nature Journaling: Learning Beauty and Complexity of God’s Creation in Nature
(4th – 6th grades)
Facilitator: Izumi Haraki
Time: 10:30 – 11:50
Room: CI 217
Course Description
Through Nature Journaling, students will learn anatomies and complexities of Nature by drawing leaves, flowers, sea shells, pine cones, etc., to deepen the understanding of nature.
The goal of this class is to establish relationships between simple things in nature/real life and different academic fields/subjects students will learn in higher grades so that students will be able to connect real life examples with complex mathematical formulas/Science and English Literatures.
There will be no homework in this class. Everything is done in Class, but student’s will be asked to bring materials in nature such as leaves, and sea shells etc. What-to-Bring will be listed in the Syllabus.
Required Materials
- Pencils
- Pens
- Erasers
- Watercolor Pencils (24 colors or more preferred)
- Heavy-Duty Canvas/Sketch Books for water coloring
- One accordion Folder to keep class materials
Supply Fee
$50 per student
Little House on the Prairie Florida Pioneer Study
(4th – 6th grades)
Facilitator: Whitney Nichols
Time: 12:30 – 1:50
Room: CI 217
Course Description
This hands-on, living history class steps students back into the early Florida pioneer days with the help of the Little House on the Prairie series.
Students will read through the series and participate in activities such as
- cooking
- sewing
- field trips to local historical sites
- science
- math
Required Materials
- Materials are covered by the supply fee
Supply Fee
$50 per student
Food, Fitness & Wellness
Ages 8 – 11
Facilitator: Trish Gross
Time: 2:00 – 3:20
Room: G 321/322
Course Description
This class is designed to integrate three components of wellness to establish healthy habits for life. Students will explore food, wellness, and fitness, which will culminate in creating a guide for themselves on what habits make them feel good and healthy.
Ultimately, students will be able to understand themselves and their bodies more after this course. This class will require students to participate in physical activities as well as interact through class presentations, journaling/tracking (at home), experimentation and reflection.
Students will have the opportunity to try new foods (please present any allergies on the first day). They will also try new fitness activities that will vary from running and high intensity interval training to box ball and will require new sneakers and appropriate clothes for performing these activities (loose fitting, breathable material).
Required Materials
- Water bottle (20 oz or more)
- 3-ring binder
- 5 dividers
- Loose Leaf paper
- Pencils/pens
- Crayons or colored pencils
- Yoga mat
- Gym clothes
- New sneakers
Supply Fee
$20 per student
Multimedia Art
Facilitator: Shelley Kishpaugh
Grades 1 – 3
Time: 12:30 – 1:30
Room: CB 425
Grades 4 – 6
Time: 2:00 – 3:00
Room: CB 425
Course Description
In these classes, students will explore a wide range of artistic expression through many different art media.
Required Materials
- Supply fee will cover the materials.
Supply Fee
$60 per student
Odyssey of the Mind Division I
(Grades 3 – 5)
(Grades 3 – 5)
Facilitator: Heather Burdick
Time: 1:30 – 3:20
Room: CB 424
Course Description
Odyssey of the Mind (OM™) teaches students how to develop and use their natural creativity to become problem-solvers. Imagine being faced with a problem that requires an original solution. It can be frightening. Now imagine not being afraid to solve that problem – that is what OM members learn. This skill and self-confidence will carry over to all areas of their lives. OM brings the classroom to life as students apply what they learn and combine it with their interests and passions to solve our unique open-ended problems. OM also emphasizes teamwork, budgeting, time management, public speaking, and so much more. This international program is designed to help students at all learning levels grow as individual learners, grow as team members, and to reach their full potential.
Students must be less than 12 years old on May 1, 2026 for this group.
Teams meet weekly for two hours and competition is in March. More information is available at odysseyofthemind.com.
Related Links
Performing and Worship Arts
Junior Pathway
Friday classes for elementary-age students
Traditional Junior Co-op
Traditional classes for elementary students and their younger siblings
