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North Point Baptist
Homeschool Ministry
Workshops
Spring 2019 Semester
Revised 11/2019
North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry Workshops
119 Monticello Rd.
Weaverville, NC
Dear Prospective Workshop Family,
Thank you for the interest you have shown in North Point Workshops. Our organization is made up of Christian families who support one another in their efforts to educate their children at home. Our support group and Workshop program are open to all area homeschoolers. Workshop volunteer leaders and lead instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church Homeschool Ministry receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-members. New families are very welcome and included as space is available. All Workshop participants must join North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry support group. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
It is important for you to note that North Point Workshops are a true co-op. Parents are required to serve two hours in one of the following areas: lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery assistant, preschool assistant, or floater. Other than a small registration fee, all of our Workshops are free or materials costs only, as our instructors volunteer their time and talents. To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child.
If you choose to attend our Workshops, please read all the information contained in the handbook and keep it in a safe place.
Enclosed you will find our Spring 2019 Workshop information. This information contains: the Fall Schedule with registration information, our Purpose Statement, Guidelines, Policies and Procedures, Statement of Faith, Workshop Descriptions, Instructor Bios, as well as the forms necessary for registration. In your information packet, the Family Application is first. Please fill this out completely. The Parent Agreement and Student Agreement forms are next. Please go over all Policies and Guidelines with your children and then have them sign these forms. All children in your family can sign the same copy of the agreement.
The Workshop Request is next. These need to be filled out with the classes that each child desires to take. Since we can not guarantee that all classes will still have space available when filling out your forms, all money totals from these forms will be transferred to the Payment Form on registration day, added, and a check made payable to North Point Homeschool Ministry for the total that day. New member registration must be done in person on Thursday, November 8, 2018, 12:30-2:00pm at North Point Baptist Church at 119 Monticello Rd., Weaverville. (Please be aware that due to our space/building constraints, we need to limit our registration to 40 families for the Workshop classes, this will include those families returning from the spring semester, as well as, new families. Thank you for your understanding.)
We're looking forward to having a great fall semester of North Point Workshops and hope you will join us! May the Lord bless your homeschooling!
Sincerely,
Corinne Ptak
North Point Workshop Administrator
Spring 2019 Calendar
Registration for NPBHM members** Thursday, November 8, 2018, 8:30-9am & 9-9:30am
Registration for non-members** Thursday, November 8, 2018, 12:30-2:00pm
All Registrations will take place at: North Point Baptist Church
119 Monticello Road
Weaverville, NC
Mandatory Workshop Meeting Monday, January 21, 2019 @ 7:00pm
First Day of Workshops Thursday, January 24, 2019
Last Day of Workshops for Fall Semester Thursday, April 11, 2019
Registration Information
Our volunteer leaders and lead instructors receive first preference in enrolling their children. Then returning homeschool ministry members receive second priority enrollment in our Workshops. Non-members are very welcome and included as space is available. To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment for members must be done on member registration day(s). Non-member registration must be done in person by a parent or legal guardian of the participating child on the scheduled non-member registration date for a given semester. ALL fees MUST be paid at the time of registration.
**Workshop registration packets must be printed prior to registration dates from our web site
. All paperwork must be read and filled out BEFORE registration. **
Inclement Weather Policy
North Point Workshops will make determinations about closings due to weather conditions by 8:00 a.m. on Workshop days. Workshop participants will be placed on an e-mail loop which will be our main means of communication. Please check your e-mail after 8:00 a.m. on Workshop days for any special notices about bad weather.
Who to contact if you have questions:
Workshop Administrator Corinne Ptak (814) 602-7298
godsprincess497@
Workshop Co-Administrator Susannah Richmond 337-9689
sl.richmond@
Workshop Treasurer Sharon Brookshire 989-4184
davidbrookshire52@
Nursery through Preschool Coordinator Heather Bullman 231-4185
kbutterfly27@
Lower Elementary (K-2) Coordinator Jessica Broyles (908) 619-7138
jnbroyles@
Upper Elementary (3-5) Coordinator Sara Melrose 319-7701
fruityoatybars@
Junior High (6-8) Coordinator Candice Phillips 301-0264
BigJaxNC@
Senior High (9-12) Coordinator Amy Cody 785-3618
amyxp10@
Workshops Overview
As homeschool parents, we feel that God has called and enabled us to homeschool our children. We feel that cooperatively we can provide enrichment opportunities that may not be possible on our own. North Point Workshops is a co-op that meets weekly on Thursday mornings from 9:30am to 11:40pm at North Point Baptist Church, 119 Monticello Road, Weaverville. Our calendar year is broken down into two semesters. The fall semester is: August - November and the spring semester is January-April. Our Homeschool Ministry support group and Workshop program are open to all area homeschoolers. Workshop volunteer leaders and lead instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church Homeschool Ministry Members receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-members. New families are very welcome and included as space is available All Workshop participants must join North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry support group. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
All families must arrive by 9:30 a.m. to help with the set up necessary for Workshops. All Workshop classes begin at 9:45 a.m. Lower Elementary Workshops (K-2nd grades), Upper Elementary Workshops (3rd-5th grades), Junior High Workshops (6th-8th grades) and Senior High Workshops (9th-12th grades) are divided into two 55 minute blocks. Parents are required to serve at least two hours in one of the following areas: lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery/preschool assistant, or floater. In addition, all families will be assigned cleaning duties each week to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions and are required to remain after Workshops to complete them. Since we are a true co-op and not a drop off educational program, you must choose to sign up for the 2 class periods offered in order to participate in the co-op. This is to ease the difficulty in assigning volunteer hours.
All classes offered are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only. The classes offered vary from semester to semester, and are determined by the willingness of group members to lead. Members lead most of the classes; however, we also have people who volunteer their time and talents to lead.
All families who participate in North Point Workshops must join the support group. Support group membership is $20.00 per family per year. In addition, there is a workshop registration fee of $15.00 per family per semester. Some classes may have fees to cover material costs. All registration fees and materials fees are nonrefundable.
Purpose Statement
The purpose of North Point Workshops is to provide high quality, academically challenging, spiritually uplifting enrichment workshops to supplement, support, encourage, but not replace, what is being learned at home. The spiritual objective of North Point Workshops is to provide a learning environment which supports and encourages Christian faith and discipleship.
Guidelines, Policies and Procedures
North Point Workshops are a part of North Point Baptist Church’s Homeschool Ministry (NPBHM). Membership in the homeschool ministry is required to participate in the Workshop program.
Parent/Student Participation
It is extremely important to remember that North Point Workshops are a cooperative effort on the part of parents, their children, and instructors. We will not continue to exist if one of these elements is missing.
Parents should read and be in agreement with the Purpose Statement, Guidelines, and Policies and Procedures for the Workshops Program.
As a true co-op, Workshop participants are REQUIRED to take part in the entire program; during both Workshop periods. This is necessary to facilitate proper volunteer staffing.
A parent is required to remain in the building THE ENTIRE TIME their child is present at the Workshops regardless of the age of the child. (Parents with a strong need to co-op with another family can present this need to the Workshop Administrator or Assistant Administrator IN WRITING **PRIOR** to registration. These requests will be considered on an individual basis).
Absences
Children are responsible for attending each workshop for which they are registered. (Even if there is no charge for the workshop, the instructor has made a commitment and has spent time preparing for each student who is registered.) Adult absences of teachers, co-teachers, class assistants, etc. must be reported to one of our volunteer leaders, Jennifer Warner @ 776-3245, along with the people you have subbing for you, before 8pm on the Wednesday before the Thursday you will be out. THREE absences, without valid excuses (ie. illness, medical and under extreme circumstances see the Workshop Administrator), will result in not being permitted to register for the next semester’s Workshops. Please view your participation in Workshops as a commitment and plan to attend all sessions if at all possible.
Tardy Policy
All families must arrive by 9:30 a.m. to help with the set up necessary for Workshops. There will be a sign–in sheet as you enter to ensure a prompt arrival time and families arriving after 9:30 a.m. will be considered tardy. THREE tardies during the semester will result in not being permitted to register for the next semester's Workshops. **However, we understand there are circumstances beyond our control (traffic, car trouble, weather, etc.) and tardies are the result in these situations. If you are running late, please call our Workshop Co-Administer Susannah Richmond @ 337-9689 to let her know you are on your way. Then the Workshop Administrator will deem whether or not your circumstance is a valid tardy or not.
Registration
Our volunteer leaders and lead instructors are given first preference in enrolling their children. North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry members receive second priority enrollment in our Workshop program. Enrollment for members must be done in person on the designated registration session(s) for members. Non- member parents must attend the non-member registration session. Workshop registration packets must be printed from the web site prior to registration day to speed the process. All paperwork must be read and filled out prior to registration. ALL fee payments must be made at the time of registration. ALL registrations must be done in person by a parent or legal guardian of the participating child on the scheduled registration date for a given semester. *Please note: There will be no workshop registrations accepted after Monday, December 3rd.*
Schedule Changes
You will have a one-week grace period after the final registration in which to make changes to your child’s schedule. During this grace period, you must contact the Workshop Administrator to make schedule changes pending availability. After this grace period, any request to make changes to your child’s schedule must be submitted in writing to the Workshop Administrator for evaluation.
Leaving Workshops
Please be sure of your commitment to attend Workshops prior to signing up. Teachers have voluntarily worked very hard to prepare the coursework for the number of students registered. If you choose to leave the Workshops at any point, before or during the semester no fees will be refunded, and you will not be allowed to sign-up for the following semester.
Age Divisions
All groups offered are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only.
Therefore all age divisions will be strictly adhered to: Nursery (baby – 1 year old), 2s & 3s (2-3 years old), Preschool (4-5 years old), Lower Elementary (traditional ages for K-2nd grades), Upper Elementary (traditional ages for 3rd -5th grades), Jr. High (traditional ages for 6th-8th grades), and Sr. High (traditional ages for 9th -12th grades). To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child.
Volunteering
As a true co-op, at the time of registration, parents will be required to sign up to help each week in one or more areas of Workshops as needed. Two hours of “volunteer” work will be required per week. “Volunteer” work includes but is not limited to lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery/preschool assistant, or being a floater.
In addition, all families will be assigned cleaning duties each week to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions and are required to remain after Workshops to complete them.
Due to the amount of work involved in making the Workshops run smoothly, we ask that when needed, parents be available to cheerfully help with other responsibilities that will arise from week to week. This may include but is not limited to extra cleaning duties, and teaching or helping out in a different class.
Discipline and Student Conduct
All students will be held responsible for their actions and shall conduct themselves in keeping with their level of maturity, showing regard for established authority and the rights and welfare of others. We ask that students seek excellence, be honest, use clean speech, and be courteous and kind to all.
North Point Workshop members and their children are asked to adhere to the following standards when attending Workshops:
• Parents should monitor their children’s behavior at all times. Appropriate disciplinary measures should be taken, when needed, privately. Uncooperative or disruptive children should be removed from activities.
• Respect for and obedience to authority is expected.
• In the case of disciplinary problems during a given class period the following should be considered standard procedure:
1. Child is given a verbal warning by instructor which will be documented, signed, and put on file.
2. If unacceptable behavior persists, the instructor steps outside the classroom with the child to pray about his/her behavior. As soon as practical, one of the class monitors should notify the Workshop Coordinator that this action has been taken so that the parent may be apprised of the situation then it will be documented, signed, and put on file.
3. If unacceptable behavior continues to persist, the child will be dismissed from that class period. The class volunteer or instructor will accompany the child to his/her parent. If there is dismissal from class on three occasions, they will be required to remain with their parent during all Workshop periods. If unacceptable behavior continues, they shall be suspended from all Workshops for the remainder of the semester. In such case, no fees will be refunded. Participation in future Workshops will be on a probationary basis with conditions as determined by the North Point Leadership Team.
4. Parents must be willing to allow instructors to discipline their children according to the procedures outlined above and must be willing to abide by the instructor’s decision to dismiss their children from the workshop if the instructor deems it necessary.
• Each child attending Workshops must be accompanied by a parent or designated chaperone that must remain on site for the entire time during Workshops.
• Clothing must be modest, clean and neat. Appropriate dress for P.E. (if provided) is fingertip-length shorts that are not body conforming, along with loose-fitting t-shirts. Appropriate dress for classes is as follows: Please do not wear tank tops, strap tops, halter tops, "muscle" shirts, etc. or any short, body conforming shirts. A blouse or dress will be considered as having a strap top if the shoulders are less than 3" wide. Midriff (short) blouses may not be worn. Necklines must be modest. Pants or shorts must be worn at or near the waistline and not be tight fitting. Any shorts, skirts or dresses worn should be at least finger-tip length.
• Students will refrain from boyfriend/girlfriend PDA (public display of affection) such as holding hands, male/female hugging etc.
• Unusual attire associated with immoral or improper ideas is unacceptable. Symbols or logos that communicate anti-Christian messages are unacceptable on clothing, jewelry, and other accessories. While we realize that a person's attire is not indicative of their spiritual worthiness, God's Word does give us standards of both dress and conduct (1 Tim. 2:9; 4:8, 12, 15-16; I Peter 2:12, 3:3-4).
• Any student found with possession of any type of firearm, knife, tobacco, alcohol, or drugs will be asked to leave the premises immediately and proper authorities will be notified. Any such possession will result in immediate and permanent suspension from further participation in North Point Workshops without fee refund.
Unity is essential to meeting our purpose of honoring Christ. If anyone within the group or workshop staff offends you, or you have a concern with anything within our group, please follow the example outlined in Matthew 18:15-17. Please do not allow Satan to use disagreements as an opportunity to divide us.
Security and Safety Policy
In an effort to keep our families safe during the workshops, children of all ages must have an adult present outside while on the playground. Parents and children of all ages may not go to get snacks/drinks before, during or after co-op at DQ, CVS or the gas station to ensure the safety of everyone.
Guideline and Policy Violations
Any parent or child who is found to be in violation of any of the Workshop policies and/or guidelines will receive one verbal warning. Another violation may result in dismissal from Workshops on that day. A third offense may result in suspension from all Workshops for the remainder of the semester. In such case, no fees will be refunded. Participation in future Workshops will be on a probationary basis with conditions as determined by the North Point Workshop Administrator.
Communication
Workshop participants will be placed on an e-mail loop which will be our main means of communication. Members are responsible for reading their e-mails to learn important announcements related to the Workshops. If technical problems occur, please let the administrators know so that telephone arrangements can be made.
Homeschool Ministry Statement of Faith
We believe that the Bible as originally given is in its entirety the word of God verbally inspired and wholly without error in all that it declares and, therefore, is the supreme and final authority of faith and life (2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21).
We believe God is the one Being Who eternally exists as three Persons -- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All of the Persons are equal in power and glory (Matthew 3:16-17; 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14).
We believe Jesus Christ is fully God and man (John 1:1, 4), born of a virgin (Matthew 1:18), and sinless in His life (Hebrews 4:15). He died vicariously on the cross as a substitution for sinful men (Hebrews 9:15). He rose bodily from the grave (John 20:1-9, 24-31; Acts 2:24), and now reigns with the Father (Acts 2:33; Hebrews 10:12). He will return visibly and personally to the earth both in salvation and judgment (Matthew 24:30, Acts 1:11, Hebrews 9:28).
We believe all humans are sinful by nature (Romans 3:23; 5:12) and can only be forgiven by the expression of trust in Jesus as Savior (John 3:16) brought about by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit (Titus 3:5-7).
We believe in the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit by Whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life (Romans 8:1-17).
Family
We believe that the family is the basic governmental, social and spiritual unit created by God. In it the child gradually learns self-government, social relationships, and develops a relationship to the Creator and Savior (Ephesians 6:1-3; Colossians 3:20). Children, from the moment of conception, are a blessing and heritage from the Lord. Parents are to demonstrate to their children God's pattern for marriage. Parents are to teach their children spiritual and moral values and to lead them, through consistent lifestyle example and loving discipline, to make choices based on biblical truth. Children are to honor and obey their parents.
We understand family to mean one male and one female parent with one or more children all related by the institution of marriage, though we recognize the exception of a single parent.
We reject homosexual marriages or homosexual orientation because it is contrary to Scripture and the intentions of God in Creation (Romans 1:18-32). As well, we reject transitory co-habitational relationships as being equally in violation of God's laws and incapable of providing long-term nurture and instruction needed by children as commanded by God (Ephesians 6:4, Colossians 3:21). In view of this, no homosexual or merely co-habitating "parents" are eligible for membership of NPBHM.
Parental Rights and Responsibilities in Education
We believe the ultimate responsibility for education of children belongs to parents (Deuteronomy 4:9; 4:14, 6:1-25;Ephesians 6:4). Thus, we believe this is an inalienable right given by God which the State can neither create, destroy, nor alter. Parents may allow another to teach some of the cognitive information that children need to know, but all education must be under the control and supervision of the parents.
We believe education in the home to be the best form of education, but we recognize that many parents may choose not to educate at home for valid reasons and we support the right of parents to direct the education of their children in ways other than home schooling.
Nature of Education
We believe that all education is religious in nature since one's view of the world and life inevitably is involved in teaching (Proverbs 2:1-8, 3:1-2, 6:20-23; Matthew 28:18-20). Every discipline of knowledge, whether it be subjects such as mathematics, science, or history, will have as its final reference point a theistic or humanistic view of reality (Colossians1:15-20, 2:8-15), and there is no neutral academic discipline.
Thus, we believe that all social, physical and cognitive knowledge should have as its beginning the fear of God and as its end the Glory of God (Proverbs 1:7; Romans 11:33-36).
Spring 2019 Workshop Descriptions
Babies-1 Year Olds (Both Periods)
Care for your young children during workshops will be staffed by Workshop parents.
*Please label your child’s diaper bag & bottle/sippy cup with your child’s name.
Cost: $10 (total for both periods)
Class Size: Min 5/ Max 10
2-3 Year Old Class (Both Periods)
Instructor: Shirin McIntosh
Your child will engage in sensory play, play dough, coloring, and painting. Every week we will have a time devoted to stories, games, songs and fingerplays. We let their interests be our guide!
*Please label your child's bag and sippy cup with their name, snack will be provided!
Cost: $10 (total for both periods of the 2-3 year old class)
Class size: Min 5/ Max 10
Preschool (4–5 year olds) 1st Period
Active & Crafty ABC's
Instructor: Heather Bullman
The first half of class will be fitness including- walking, jumping & stretching. The second half we will be doing a craft corresponding with the ABC's.
Preschool (4-5 year olds) 2nd Period
Bible Time
Instructor: Jennifer Warner
This semester we will have a short Bible lesson/story each week. There will be activities and/or crafts to go along with each lesson. We will have lots of fun learning truths from God's Word each week.
Materials to bring: a book bag, folder & water bottle clearly labeled with your child’s name.
Cost: $10 (total for both periods of preschool)
Class size: Min 5/ Max 10
Lower Elementary (K-2nd grades) 1st Period
The Book Makers
Instructor: Michele McCoy
“Come along with me—”
In this class we will be exploring the world of books! From sharing our favorite ones, to writing our own, your child will have ample opportunity to create as we learn the how’s and why’s of storytelling!
We will be making several different books during the twelve weeks, and using some of them to record our stories, and others for gifts.
Materials to bring: scissors & markers or colored pencils. Some weeks, we will need a paint shirt. Everything else will be provided.
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
National “What” Day?!
Instructor: Jess Broyles
Did you know that there are nearly 1,500 National Days? In this class we will discover and celebrate some fun, unusual, and unique National Days! We will learn a little history about some holidays along with some fun ways to celebrate them which can include making food, performing an experiment, and/or crafting! Each week will coordinate with a new month (i.e. Week 1 = Jan., Week 2 = Feb). Also, the students in this class will have an opportunity to help choose which holidays we discover some weeks! Will you join us for National Oreo Cookie Day? Or National If Pets Had Thumbs Day? Or...
Materials to bring: scissors, colored pencils or crayons
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Lower Elementary (K-2nd grades) 2nd Period
Geography around the World
Instructor: Kayla Wooton
In this class, we will get our passport and our traveling shoes on to travel to distant lands! We will learn about places around the world and the people that live there, through a variety of stories, art, crafts, food and more. The adventure awaits you, are you up for it?
Materials to bring: pencil, colored pencils, scissors & a glue stick
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Mystery Science
Instructor: Charity Winters
Each week we will explore a new science “mystery”! It may be a weather mystery, an animal mystery, or a space mystery! There will also be chances for YOU to choose the mystery! Many of the classes will begin with exciting videos introducing our mystery followed by hands-on activities and experiments to explore the topic.
Materials to bring: folder, crayons, pencils, scissors & glue
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Upper Elementary (3rd-5th grades) 1st Period
The Zentangle Method
Instructors: Kim Wyatt & Jessica Riddle
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. We call these patterns, tangles. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves and orbs. These simple shapes are the "Elemental Strokes" in all Zentangle art. These patterns are drawn on small pieces of paper called "tiles." As you use the Zentangle Method to create beautiful images, you likely will enjoy increased focus, creativity, self-confidence and an increased sense well-being.
Materials to bring: pencils, (2) Black Sakura Pigma Micron Pens size 01 OR (2) Sharpie Pens (not markers or fine tip markers)
**Note: Micron Pens can be found at craft stores like AC Moore or online at Amazon. Sharpie Pens are available at Wal-Mart. The Microns pens are preferred but they are a little more expensive.**
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Woodworking
Instructor: Chelsey Haney
We will learn basic wood working skills. We will work on measuring with a tape measure and sand wood. My goal for the semester is for each student to take home a coat rack and a birdhouse. If time and budget allows, we may have another project.
Materials to bring: None needed! Materials will be provided for this class.
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Upper Elementary (3rd-5th grades) 2nd Period
Exploring Creation through Astronomy
Instructors: Candice Phillips & Jessica Marks
Join me as we explore God's amazing creation and all the mysteries within it.
Materials to bring: notebook, colored pencils, glue & scissors
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
LEGO STEAM
Instructors: Kevin Fulmer & Jennifer Fulmer
LEGO + STEAM = FUN! In this class, students will explore LEGO challenges each week involving Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and even Math -- all while having lots of hands-on fun! If you love all things LEGO, then you will love this class.
Materials to bring: one 32x32 stud standard LEGO baseplate
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Jr. High (6th-8th grades) 1st Period
Crazy Concoctions Art & Science
Instructor: Allene Perkins
Art meets Science in this hands-on-class. Students will have the chance to make fun art supplies like paint, clay and dough and then use them to create their own art. They will also have the opportunity to make fun creations like bouncy balls and plastic toys.
Materials to bring: None needed! Materials will be provided for this class.
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Art
Instructor: Jodie Metcalf
We will learn about a different artist each week and create our own art in that person’s style. Art history will be a large component of this class. We will be using water colors, tempura paint, acrylic paints, texture plates, clay, and most importantly…… having fun creating art!
Materials to bring: Students will need the following each week: markers (new work best), colored pencils (sharpened prior to each class), pencil, large glue stick, sturdy ruler, and either an apron or an old over-shirt to cover clothing (we will paint each week and that can get messy).
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Jr. High (6th-8th grades) 2nd Period
Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy
Instructor: Beverly Haney
This course will explore the human body from a creation standpoint. We will learn through exciting actives and interesting experiments. We may even make a working model of our lungs and a model of our blood. We will focus on the skeletal system, muscular system, digestive system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, and nervous system. If we have time we will talk about our senses and our immune system. I look forward to spending time with your students.
Materials to bring: pencil, colored pencils & scissors
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Journey through the Middle Ages
Instructor: Susannah Richmond
There is so much more to this time period than knights and castles. Learn all about the middle ages, from the Goths to Gutenberg. During this class, students will make their own book using centuries old book binding techniques, which will then be used as their notebook for the class. We will then celebrate the end of the semester with a medieval feast and jousting tournament.
Materials to bring: ink pen, pencil & colored pencils
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Sr. High (9th -12th grades) 1st Period
Leadership Development
Instructor: Amy Cody
Our country needs strong and courageous men and women who can lead with integrity. In this course, students will focus on different aspects of becoming a leader including presentation skills, planning & team building, building trust, creative thinking and innovation, confidence building, listening skills, and more. Any student can grow in leadership skills with proper instruction and practice.
Materials to bring: pencil & paper
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/Max 15
OR
The Exciting World of Creative Writing
Instructors: Christy Clements & Beverly Haney
Right now, you are probably saying, "I could never be a writer!" This class, however, will prove you wrong. Have you ever written a letter? Then you are a writer! All you need is some guidance to make your writing shine. Step by step, you will learn how to use your imagination and develop your skills to write short stories, poetry, or even a novel. Creative writing means using God's gift of language in a way that imitates His creativity. Learning to write creatively for His glory can be fun and easy.
**Please note: This class will be taught with the goal of parents being able to use for a ½ semester high school credit if they choose. For this reason, all students will be expected to complete homework assignments every week and three tests will be given. That being said, students will be encouraged to enjoy learning how to write creatively without stress!!
Materials to bring: The Exciting World of Creative Writing (provided), binder with notebook paper, pencil w/eraser, Bible, English/Grammar textbook (to help with sentence structure and grammar) & a Thesaurus
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/Max 15
Sr. High (9th -12th grades) 2nd Period
Knitting
Instructors: Sara Melrose & Kristen Brookshire
In this class we’ll learn basic, progressive knitting techniques, and reinforce them by making projects! We will learn to make a hat, scarf, and other knit items.
Materials to bring: None needed! Materials for this class will be provided.
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Introduction to Beginner’s Taekwondo
Instructor: Season Jacques
Have you ever thought about what it would be like to have a martial arts practice? Do you want to learn different techniques to live a more fulfilling life? Are you in need of an engaging way to become active and live a healthier lifestyle?
Intro to Taekwondo will teach the history, philosophy and basics of traditional Taekwondo. This is an ACTIVE PARTICIPATION class and will be overseen by Master Tony Morris, founder of Asheville Sun Soo Martial Arts in Asheville.
Materials to bring: Students will need to wear comfortable clothing that will allow full body motion while maintaining modesty (students will be kicking, punching, etc.) Water bottle (students will need to stay hydrated, and martial arts is great exercise).
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Volunteer Leaders & Instructor Bios:
Kristen Brookshire has been married to her husband, Matt for 13 years. This is their 7th year homeschooling, Maggie (12), Tyler (10), and Levi (3). They are members of North Point Baptist Church. Kristen and her family love to camp, hike, go on walks and pretty much anything outside.
Sharon Brookshire married to her best friend David for 40 amazing and adventurous years. They have two sons, Matthew (37) and Noah (19) and six grandchildren. In the past they worked in foster care, caring for over 25 babies who were up for adoption. Noah graduated this past summer and is trying to decide on a career. Sharon has been a floral designer, a church secretary, and Director of Children’s ministry and is now enjoying time to quilt, read, sew and be a mentor to those who have questions about homeschooling. David has worked for the Post Office for over 37 years. They enjoy working with children and currently do a turn in the nursery and teach grades 3&4 Sunday School class. They are crafty and love cooking and canning together. They enjoy time spent with family and friends just hanging out. They are members of North Point Baptist Church.
Jessica Broyles and her husband, Aaron, have been married for 12 years and moved to Mars Hill 6 years ago from New Jersey to join Alta Ridge Foot Specialists. They have two daughters together, Ellianna (7), and Adelyn (4). Jessica also has two adult step-children, Chelsea and Caleb. She has a bachelor’s degree in Math and Education K-12. She also completed her Master's degree in 2009 in middle school Math education. She taught 7th grade Math and was a private tutor for 6 years prior to "retiring" to raise her children. This is her third year homeschooling and feels immensely grateful and blessed to have the opportunity to educate her children and be part of a supportive co-op to help navigate this tricky journey!
Heather Bullman and her husband, Brian, have been married for and almost 20 years. They have 5 children: Hannah (14), Zachary (12), Jackson (8), Levi (4) & Lucas (3). They are in their 9th year of homeschooling and love it. Previously, Heather worked at a nursing home and then in an adult day center. She has a bachelor degree in social work. Originally, her degree was going to be in teaching which is ironic because now she is teaching. Heather feels very blessed to be given the opportunity to homeschool their children and for being a part of such a wonderful co-op.
Christy Clements and her husband, Brent, have been married for 21 years and they have four daughters: Rebecca (14), Heather (11), Elizabeth (7), and Katelyn (10 months). They have homeschooled from the beginning and are active members of North Point Baptist Church. Christy has a degree in Accounting with minors in General Music and Music Education. Christy leads North Point’s Church Orchestra and the only homeschool band in WNC--H.I.S. Homeschool Band. Christy looks forward to teaching your high schooler how to write creatively this spring!!
Amy Cody and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 16 years. They have three children, Emory (15), Eli (11), and Grayson (8). Amy has a bachelor's degree in English Communication from Montreat College. Amy and Ryan are members of Laurel Branch Baptist Church where she teaches Sunday school. Amy enjoys crocheting, cooking, reading, sports and being outdoors.
Jennifer Fulmer has been married to Thomas, a Weaverville police officer, for almost 22 years. This is Jennifer’s 7th year homeschooling her two boys, Kevin (a Senior) and John (9th grade). While you will usually find her loving on our littles in the 2-and-3s or the preschool class, when Jennifer’s son, Kevin had said he really wanted to teach a class his last semester of co-op, she was excited about the opportunity! It's hard for Jennifer to wrap her brain around having a Senior, and she’s going to cherish this extra time she will have with him preparing and teaching LEGO STEAM.
Kevin Fulmer is a high school senior and he has been homeschooling since 6th grade. This year is especially busy for Kevin as he is taking dual enrollment classes at Blue Ridge Community College, finishing a couple classes at home, determining future plans, and leading the Business sub-steam for my robotics team GLITCH. Kevin has always loved LEGO, and he really enjoys designing his own custom sets using a LEGO CAD program and creating his own LEGO stop-motion videos. Kevin’s future plans include earning a degree in film cinematography with hopes of directing and producing one day.
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Beverly Haney and her husband Jeff have been married for 22 years. They have two children Zachary (15) and Kaleb (11) AKA Bones. Other members of their family include: 1 cat, 1 dog, 2 donkeys, 5 goats and 8 chickens. They are very active in their church: Cedar Hill Baptist Church. Beverly also works PRN as a certified dental assistant with the Children’s Dental Program at Mission Hospital. Beverly is so thankful to be on their 4th year homeschooling.
Chelsey Haney and her husband, Aaron, have been married for ten wonderful years. They have two children Evan (8) and Ean (6). They have homeschooled for three years. They love the outdoors and being on the go. She loves being my family’s keeper and always need Jesus. Her greatest achievement has been being a Mom and wife.
Season Jacques and her husband of 24 years, Phil, moved to WNC in 2009 from Wilmington. They began homeschooling their 3 children (Shallon 12th, Michael 8th, and Leara 1st) in 2012. The Jacques family is active in Taekwondo. Season and her husband began their practice in 2013, and were promoted to 2nd dan in 2017. Season is a nurse by profession, with over 20 years of experience in multiple settings, including pediatrics, cardiology, orthopedics/sports medicine, hospice and rehab. Season currently works in the After School Program at Asheville Sun Soo, and is assistant instructor for the Mighty Tiger/ Lion program, teaching 3-6 year olds.
Jessica Marks has been married for fourteen years to her husband Levi. They have three boys, Luke (13), Adam (11) and Jude (9). A few of her favorite things are cooking, hiking and traveling. This is her second year back into homeschooling.
Michele McCoy and her husband Chad have been married for twelve years. They have two daughters, Zoe who is eleven and Daisy who is seven. They have always homeschooled and enjoy the many opportunities they have to spend time with one another. In real life, Michele has done many things including going to nursing school, then running away to play with the puppies instead (aka, dog groomer) then later playing with the babies in Early Head Start. Besides homeschooling, and taking medium to small children to co-op, dance and band, she is now a published writer and is working on her first book series.
Shirin McIntosh and her husband have been married for 24 years. They have 3 wonderful boys-Grady (18) Caleb (14) and Silas (9). They have been homeschooling for 15 years. They attend Tried Stone Missionary Baptist Church. Shirin is a nurse and absolutely loves working with 2's and 3's and teens!
Sara Melrose has been married to Michael for 10 years. They have 4 children: Ruby (9), Harry (7), Scarlett (5), and Teddy (3). They have been homeschooling for 4 years. Sara enjoys reading, knitting, napping, and talking.
Jodie Metcalf and her husband, Jeremy, have been married for 21 years and have three children: Aiden (14), Cameron (12), and Morgan (7). They have homeschooled for the past eight years and are active members of North Point Baptist Church. Jodie has a degree in Music Education and was a middle school band director for 10 years. Jodie is co-director of H.I.S. Homeschool Band and performs with various community musical ensembles and productions.
Allene Perkins and her husband, Nathan, have been married for 17 years. They have five beautiful children from 3-14 years of age and they have been homeschooling for 10 years. Before being a Mom, she used to teach fifth grade in the public school system. Their family attends Gracepoint Church.
Candice Phillips has been married to her husband, John for 14 years. They have 4 boys: Jaxon, Max, Hank, and Reece. They attend Calvary Worship Center in Marshall where they are involved in the children’s ministry. When not at home you can find Candice cleaning kids teeth at Great Beginnings where she works as a hygienist. Their family loves baseball, hiking, camping, and the beach.
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Corinne Ptak and her husband, Preston, have been married for 23 years. They have eight children under their care: Rebekah (18), Grace (15), Braeden (13), Rae (11), Nikolas (11), Kaeleah (7), Eleisha (4) and Caedmon (1). They are in their 14th year of homeschooling. Corinne has a degree in Human Services and Early Childhood Education. She and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church and they enjoy serving others once a week at ABCCM (Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry).
Susannah Richmond and her husband, Dave, have been married for 17 years. They have three children: Anna (14), Abriel (9), and Samuel (9). They attend North Point Baptist Church, where she helps teach 5th& 6th grade
Sunday school, as well as helping with Praiseland and Awanas. This is their ninth year homeschooling, and they are excited to be a part of North Point Co-op for another year.
Jennifer Warner and her husband, Michael, have been married for 20 years. They are blessed with four children Karli (14), Alisyn (12), Sophie (10), and Micah (6). They enjoy homeschooling their children and feel that it is not only their responsibility to train them in the way they should go but that it is also their privilege to do so. They pray that with God’s help, their children will grow up loving Him and loving people. They desire to be a people who live intentionally, make a difference and show that love through actions, like Jesus did. They are thankful to be a part of this co-op and look forward to another great semester.
Charity Winters was homeschooled all the way through high school (woohoo!). Then she went on to get a degree from SUNY Geneseo in Elementary and Special Education. She and her husband moved to Alaska for 8 years where they taught in a beautiful off-the-road village called Seldovia (well, he taught - she had babies after one year of flying to native villages as an itinerant sped. teacher). She really developed an appreciation for wildlife and the joy of being outdoors and getting dirty! They moved back to be with family in Charlotte, NC and then moved to Mars Hill where they have been for the past 3 years; building a small farm/homestead called Brambly Mountain Farm. They raise pigs, chickens and turkeys to process for a small meat CSA, dairy goats, and lots of ducks and chickens for lots of eggs! Charity also loves to garden and put in whatever she can possibly grow for their 6 growing kids: Abigail (12), Hannah, (10), Micah (8), Malachi (6), Elias (3) and Moriah (1). She looks forward to being a part of this group and getting to know all of you!
Kayla Wooton and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 11 years. They have five children: Kaleb (12), Kaden (9), EllaRose (7), EvaSkye (4), and EmberLynn (1). They have been homeschooling for 8 years and are members of Upper Laurel Baptist Church.
Kim Wyatt and her husband Alan have two children, Avery (13) and Brooklyn (10). They have homeschooled for seven years. They are members of Upper Laurel Baptist Church in Mars Hill where Alan is the Sunday School Director and Kim is the Children's Christmas Program Director. Kim is currently helping coach a FIRST LEGO robotics team at UNC-A. In her spare time, which seems nonexistent at the moment, Kim enjoys genealogy, graphic design, drawing, photography, gardening, and anything animal related.
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Membership Form
Please read the NPBHM Guidelines and Policies. If you still have questions, please contact Corinne Ptak at 814-602-7298 or godsprincess497@. The annual membership fee is $20.00 for the year beginning August 1st to the following July 31st. Workshop registration is $15.00 per semester.
Please make checks payable to: North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry (NPBHM).
Please Check One:
New Member______ Renewing Member______
Parents Name(s) ___________________________________________ Date of Birth__________________
___________________________________________ Date of Birth__________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
Phone(s):_______________________________________________________________________________
E-Mail Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name: _____________________________________ Phone#_____________________
Are you a member of: Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) _______
North Carolinians for Home Education (NCHE) _______
Number of years homeschooling? __________
Please list any hobbies or talents that you or your spouse has that you would be willing to share with the group. (Ex. Sewing, woodworking, sign language, knitting, foreign language, etc.)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Homeschool philosophy (please check any that apply):
Classical________ Traditional________ Unit Study________ Eclectic________
Charlotte Mason________ Unschooling________ Other________
What type of curriculum are you currently using? (optional)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Membership Form Continued
What types of curriculum have you used in the past? (optional)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Church Affiliation:
______ I am a member of North Point Baptist Church
______ I attend, but I am not a member of North Point Baptist Church
______ I am affiliated with another church (please list) ____________________________________________
MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT
I/We have read and concur with the NPBHM Guidelines and policies and agree to abide by them. I/We realize that NPBHM services are provided on an all volunteer basis, and understand that I am expected to volunteer or assist with the organization of at least one activity or function. I/We understand that NPBHM serves solely as a support group and is not responsible for the education of our children. I/We understand and agree that it is our responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with the laws governing home educators in the state of North Carolina. I/We understand and agree that neither NPBHM nor any of its members will be held accountable for accidents or injuries involving our children which may occur during NPBHM field trips, programs, and/or activities.
Husband’s signature___________________________________________ Date___________________
Wife’s signature______________________________________________ _ Date___________________
Parent Agreement
θ I understand that North Point Workshops are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only. As the parent, I also realize that these workshops will not complete any curriculum, only enhance them. The instructors do not teach the entire subject matter, but are only enriching and assisting my instruction at home.
θ I understand that North Point Workshops do not keep permanent records or assign grades.
θ I understand that the North Point Workshops does not give credit toward high school graduation requirements, although parents may use class time toward fulfilling some requirements in a given subject, according to the parent’s own discretion.
θ I understand that the North Point Workshops does not give legal protection or legal assistance.
Also, North Point Workshops is not obligated to testify regarding your home school’s validity, authenticity, or effectiveness to legal authorities or in court.
θ I agree that my children will strive to regularly attend all classes for which I have registered them.
They will arrive on time at 9:30 A.M. and fully participate in the class by completing any homework assignments and engaging with other students and the instructor during class time.
θ I understand and agree that I must remain in the building the entire time and be responsible for my children regardless of their age whenever they are participating in classes.
• I will refrain from using electronic entertainment (i.e. cell phones, IPods, IPads, Game boys, CD players, etc.) during classes.
θ I understand and agree that North Point’s Leadership Team, Instructors or North Point Baptist
Church will at no time be responsible for mishaps, injuries, or accidents that may occur during the year.
θ I have read and am in agreement with the information in the North Point Workshops Handbook.
θ I understand and agree that I am required, at the time of registration, to sign up to help in two areas of North Point Workshops.
θ I understand that my family will be assigned cleaning duties to be completed to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions. To participate in Workshops, I understand that I am required to stay after Workshops to complete them each week.
θ Due to the amount of work involved in making the Workshops run smoothly, I will be available to cheerfully help with other responsibilities that will arise from week to week.
θ I understand that all registration fees and materials fees are totally non-refundable.
_______________________________________ ______________ Date_________________
Parent Signature
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Parent Signature
Student Agreement
All students enrolled in North Point Workshops must adhere to the following guidelines:
θ Be honest, courteous and patient with everyone; treating others with Christ-like kindness.
θ Respect and obey those in authority.
θ Be on time for Workshops. (This means arriving at 9:30 A.M.)
θ Use respectful and polite language.
θ Remain with their class unless they obtain permission from their teacher to leave and be in the appropriate areas at all times; not roaming the building or property.
θ Eat only during the appropriate times and places.
θ Do not bring electronic devices of any kind to Workshops (cell phones, music, game boys, etc.). Do not bring weapons, including pocketknives, on the property.
θ Complete homework (if any) given by your instructor and fully participate in class by engaging with other students and the instructor during class time.
θ Contact the instructor when you are absent.
θ Reimburse for any damage done by the student to the facility or equipment.
θ Help my family complete our required cleaning duties at Workshops before playing outside and prior to leaving each week.
θ Dress and Conduct Code: Be mindful that hemlines, necklines and conduct i.e. physical aggression/affection and language, should be appropriate for church activities. Shoes are required. So as to esteem others more highly than your self, prefer modesty over making a “statement” with your clothing, make-up and jewelry. (There are to be no tank tops, crop tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, exposed backs, short shorts/dresses or pants that expose undergarments or mid-drift or are very tight fitting. Shirts with messages must not be offensive.)
θ Refrain from boyfriend/girlfriend PDA (public displays of affection) such as holding hands, male/female hugging etc.
Please have each child in your family read and sign this.
I have read (or my parent has read this to me) and I agree to abide by the above guidelines.
Student signature _____________________________________________________
Student signature _____________________________________________________
Student signature _____________________________________________________
Student signature _____________________________________________________
Student signature _____________________________________________________
Parents’ signature _____________________________________________________ Date_____________
[pic] Workshop Request Form
Please print neatly
NPBHM Workshops
Please indicate your first class choice for each Workshop hour for your child(ren). Workshops are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If your first choice is filled, your child will be placed in the other class offered during that Workshop period.
Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)
Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________
How long have you home schooled this student? __________
1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________
2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________
Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________
Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)
Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________
How long have you home schooled this student? __________
1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________
2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________
Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________
Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)
Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________
How long have you home schooled this student? __________
1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________
2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________
Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________
Workshop Request Form Continued
Please print neatly
NPBHM Workshops
Please indicate your first class choice for each Workshop hour for your child(ren). Workshops are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If your first choice is filled, your child will be placed in the other class offered during that Workshop period.
Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)
Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________
How long have you home schooled this student? __________
1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________
2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________
Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________
Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)
Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________
How long have you home schooled this student? __________
1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________
2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________
Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________
Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)
Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________
How long have you home schooled this student? __________
1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________
2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________
Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________
[pic] Payment Form
Please print neatly. Due to the inability to assure all classes are available, final totals will be figured at REGISTRATION.
North Point Workshops
Parents: _________________________________________________________________________________
Phone(s): _____________________________________ Parent’s E-mail: _____________________________
Please transfer amounts from Workshop Request Form(s):
Child #_________ Total: _________
Child #_________ Total: _________
Child #_________ Total: _________
Child #_________ Total: _________
Child #_________ Total: _________
Child #_________ Total: _________
TOTAL FOR WORKSHOPS: $_________
Please add Workshop Registration Fee: ($15 per family per semester)
REGISTRATION FEE: $_________
Group membership is required to participate in Workshops. Membership fee is paid only one time per year. Please fill out additional form. Please add Support Group Membership Fee: ($20 per year)
MEMBERSHIP FEE: $_________
GRAND TOTAL: $_________
Please make checks payable to: North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry (NPBHM)
For North Point Leadership Team Use Only
Approval________________________________________ Date______________
Conditions of Approval:
Semester: Fall/Spring __________ (year)
Areas of Service (1)_________________ (2)__________________ Added to Database_________________
Amount Paid ____________cash or check # _________Receipt # ________________
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