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 à la carte Elementary Classes in the afternoon, even if they are not registered in the morning Junior Co-op Program.
At least one parent or adult family representative is required to remain on campus at all times with Elementary students and serve in an assigned role. That means parents cannot send their child to Co-op under the guardianship of another LAF parent/guardian or family already in attendance. If a parent or guardian is not present with a child, the child will not be permitted to attend Co-op that day.
We will have on-site care for infants during these classes. If you have walkers or preschoolers who are not enrolled in the Mommy and Me classes, please let us know, and we will make sure that you are assigned to a service position that can also accomodate those little ones.
Elementary A La Carte Classes
Each a la carte class is $590 for the entire year.
This price includes any lab fees.
LAF is a Direct Provider!
To cover costs for the LAF Co-op, log into your EMA account, visit the Marketplace, and choose Learning and Families from the list of direct providers. Be sure to register for classes through your Parent Portal as well, and we will apply the scholarship funds when we receive them.
American Experience
(4th – 6th grades)
Facilitator: J & J
Course Description
In this hands-on, interactive, project-based class, students will learn about the history of our nation through the experiences of historical fiction characters.
They will keep a timeline, learn about key historical figures, and track our nation’s history on maps, while also diving into hands-on projects in class each week. During class time, we will also discuss what the American Experience has been like across the periods we cover.
For the 2026/27 school year, we will do Part One of the American Experience and travel from early Native Americans through the Westward expansion era.
Units Covered in Year One
- Early Native Americans
- Early Settlers
- Colonial Period
- American Revolution
- Manifest Destiny
- The Gold Rush
- The Civil War
- Westward Expansion
Book List
- Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare
- A Journey to the New World (Dear America) by Kathryn Lasky
- Calico Captive by Elizabeth George Speare
- Winter of the Red Snow (Dear America) by Kristiana Gregory
- The Captain’s Dog: My Journey with the Lewis and Clark Tribe by Roland Smith
- Gold Rush Girl by Avi
- Addy: Finding Freedom (American Girl® Historical Characters) by Connie Porter
- Dragon’s Gate (Golden Mountain Chronicles, 1867) by Laurence Yep
Required Materials
- 1 1/2″ Binder
- Three tab dividers
- Glue sticks
- Scissors
- Pencils
- Color pencils
Bless This Mess Art
(K – 5th Grade)
Facilitator: Shelley Kishpaugh
Course Description
This class covers all the art you don’t want to do at home!
Get ready to roll up your sleeves, get a little messy, and create without worry! Bless This Mess Art is a hands-on, joy-filled class where students explore all the fun (and wonderfully chaotic) art projects that are often too big, too splattery, or too hard to clean up at home.
In this class, students will experiment with a wide variety of materials and techniques such as paint pouring, paper mache, clay sculpting, mixed media, textile art, printmaking, and more. We’ll focus on creativity over perfection, encouraging students to take risks, try new ideas, and enjoy the process of making art.
Each project is designed to build confidence and spark imagination, while embracing the beauty of a good mess. Best of all, we handle the cleanup!
Perfect for curious creators who love to explore, invent, and get their hands dirty—because sometimes the best learning happens when things get a little messy.
Required Materials
- Dedicated “Paint Clothes and Shoes”—children and adults in the room must wear clothing and shoes that are appropriate for messy, staining materials every day for class. We will not use either aprons or smocks, as both pose tripping and strangulation hazards. So, dedicated clothing that can be ruined is required.
Chinese
(4th – 6th grades)
Facilitator: Jing Herman
Room: 428
Course Description
We will learn to speak and write simple Mandarin Chinese characters. We will practice writing with water on a Chinese writing cloth/board, it will look like black ink, but it’s only using water, so no mess! Kids will practice speaking with partners and also put together an interactive project, such as a pretend Chinese restaurant. Families are welcome to learn Chinese on Duolingo as a supplement.
Required Materials
- Chinese dictionary book
- Brush and water cloth
- Character pages for tracing
Home Apothecary and Gardening (Rooted in Creation)
(4th – 12th grades)
Facilitator: Erin Aleo
Room: 428
Course Description
“Their fruit will be for food, and their leaves for healing.”—Ezekiel 47:12 In this hands-on class, students will explore God’s creation through plants, natural remedies, and traditional homestead skills. Each week, we will learn about herbs and their uses while making practical items such as salves, herbal oils, teas, soaps, sprays, and more. Rooted in a biblical perspective, students will be encouraged to see the beauty, purpose, and provision God has placed in the natural world. This class emphasizes simple skills that can be used in everyday life, along with creativity, stewardship, and appreciation for God’s design. Students will leave with a variety of handmade items and a growing understanding of how plants can be used in the home.
Lego Engineering
Ages 8 – 11
Facilitator: Chuck Mielke
Course Description
Mommy & Me Art
Facilitator: Shelley Kishpaugh
Ages 9 months – 7 years
Course Description
Join us for a sweet and creative time designed especially for little artists and their grown-ups! Mommy & Me Art is a playful, hands-on class where children ages 3–7 and their parent (Mom or Dad!) create side by side, making both art and memories together.
Each class introduces simple, engaging projects using a variety of materials, such as paint, clay, collage, and sensory textures. Activities are designed to support early development—building fine motor skills, encouraging creativity, and boosting confidence—while also giving children the joy of exploring art with someone they love.
There’s no pressure for perfection here—just laughter, imagination, and connection. Come ready to get a little messy, try new things, and enjoy meaningful one-on-one time through creativity.
Required Materials
- Dedicated “Paint Clothes and Shoes”—children and adults in the room must wear clothing and shoes that are appropriate for messy, staining materials every day for class. We will not use either aprons or smocks, as both pose tripping and strangulation hazards. So, dedicated clothing that can be ruined is required.
