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North Point Baptist
Homeschool Ministry
Workshops
Fall 2018 Semester
Revised 4/2018
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 Fall 2018 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, April 19, 2018, 12:30-2:30pm 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.)
Families returning to the Workshop program from the Spring 2018 semester need only fill out the Workshop Request, Membership Form, and Payment Form.
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
Fall 2018 Calendar
Registration for NPBHM members** Thursday, April 19, 2018, 8:30-9am &
9-9:30am
Registration for non-members** Thursday, April 19, 2018, 12:30-2:30pm
All Registrations will take place at: North Point Baptist Church
119 Monticello Road
Weaverville, NC
Mandatory Workshop Meeting Monday, August 20, 2018 @ 7:00pm
First Day of Workshops Thursday, August 23, 2018
Last Day of Workshops for Fall Semester Thursday, November 8th, 2018
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 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 Susannah Richmond 658-8302
sl.richmond@
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 Sharon Brookshire @ 989-4184 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, June 4th.*
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).
Fall 2018 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
Crafty ABC's
Instructor: Heather Bullman
We will be reading a story and doing a craft focusing on certain letters. Colors and shapes will be incorporated into the craft. We will also have a snack that period and try to coordinate food with the letter of the week.
Preschool (4-5 year olds) 2nd Period
Get Your Wiggles Out!
Instructor: Jennifer Warner
We will have exercise and play time either inside or out depending on the day. This will include stretching, running around, dress up and getting our wiggles out.
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
Exploring the Human Body
Instructor: Kayla Wooton
In this class, we will be learning about the human body through super fun activities. Also, we will learn through some experiments such as building a robotic hand, creating an edible cell and making a breathing machine
Materials to bring: a pencil, glue sticks, scissors & colored pencils
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Christmas around the World Cooking
Instructor: Chelsey Haney
This class we will be learning about different countries Christmas celebrations and traditional meals. As well as, getting to cook and taste them too! I'm looking forward to working with your children!
Materials to bring: none
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Lower Elementary (K-2nd grades) 2nd Period
Adventures in the Deep
Instructor: Candice Phillips
Come along with me as we explore one of God’s most mysterious creations. We will learn all about the ocean and the creatures that call it home. We will enjoy many living books, sensory play, crafts, and science experiments to help us learn about this beautiful gift God has given us.
Materials to bring: crayons, glue & scissors
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR (please see next page for other choice)
Lower Elementary (K-2nd grades) 2nd Period *continued*
At the Vet with Your Pet
Instructor: Mindy Sherk
In this class your child will learn how to care for a pet and what a trip to the vet is like.
Materials to bring: crayons, glue stick & scissors
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Upper Elementary (3rd-5th grades) 1st Period
Strange and Unusual Creatures
Instructor: Cassie McCurry
We will learn about some of the weirdest and coolest creatures on Earth! Ugly…creepy…scary… there will be some wild ones! We'll learn about them and then we'll draw them. You do NOT have to be an artist! I'm sure not! We're just going to have fun with it! We will save all of our drawings in a notebook to take home when co-op is over.
Materials to bring: colored pencils or markers - MUST have one or the other, (then paper and binder will be provided)
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Read Through the World
Instructor: Allene Perkins
"Books are the answer to our wanderlust. From the moment we crack open the cover, a book transports us to worlds exotic and unknown. We breathe in the glory of different colors, landscapes, and cultural mores. Books are like passports-but much cheaper to use!" (Martin pg. 11) Join us this semester as we transport ourselves to worlds and cultures unknown and develop a global minded awareness through books suggested in Give Your Child the World by Jamie C. Martin. We will read amazing books, try local cuisine, play games familiar to the culture, and create fun crafts.
Materials to bring: pencils, scissors, glue stick & colored pencils or crayons
Cost: $ 15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Upper Elementary (3rd-5th grades) 2nd Period
Cooking Adventures
Instructor: Amanda Roberts
Do you have a little chef at home? Or maybe one that wants to learn about cooking? Join us as we set off on a cooking adventure! We will mix together basic cooking skills, add in some nutrition, roll in some fun recipes, and out comes one FUN COOKING CLASS!
Materials to bring: Most materials will be provided but I will let you know in advance if student needs to bring something extra.
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
The Great Classroom Escape
Instructor: Jess Broyles
The kids are on a field trip run by the most awesome and creative teacher in the history of the world when something goes awry. Now they must work with their group to solve a series of FUN challenges based on comprehension and steeped with a variety of skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, reading comprehension, text structure, plot, poetry writing, writing with text evidence, order of operations, and idioms. Each challenge the kids complete brings them closer to the code they need to escape. Each week they will need to ESCAPE a new themed adventure while working in teams using various skills!
Materials to bring: pencil & 1 subject binder or notebook
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Jr. High (6th-8th grades) 1st Period
Think! Team Building
Instructor: Christy Clements
This class will bring out the builder in every student while sharpening the ability to problem solve and developing team work. Each week the students will receive building materials and project specifications without any instruction of HOW to do it. They will have to flex their brain muscles in order to complete the assigned constructions.
Materials to bring: Their creativity and ingenuity!
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/Max 15
OR
S.T.E.M.
Instructor: Michele McCoy
Your student will get to explore intermediate concepts of science-technology-engineering-math (S.T.E.M.) to help them to better understand their world. Weekly tasks will challenge us to think more creatively to accomplish the problem before us.
Materials to bring: pencil, colored pencils & folder. There will also be times when we will need stuff from home. It will be simple items like lids.
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Jr. High (6th-8th grades) 2nd Period
Nature Study & Hand-Lettering
Instructor: Charity Winters
Let’s enjoy God’s beautiful fall-time scenery and weather by getting out in it! As long as weather permits, we will be attempting to get outside for most class periods. I plan to take mini-field trips to Lake Louise, the Bird Sanctuary and other nearby natural settings where we can observe and collect specimens. Nature study is science and artistry coming together. Each week we will focus on a different aspect of nature (ie: trees, clouds, bugs, etc.) and try to capture it through attention to detail and color in our sketchbooks. We will go over watercolor techniques and simple drawing instruction. As the weather grows less hospitable, we will move indoors with collected samples and learn hand-lettering art to add poems, verses, quotes, etc to our studies.
Materials to bring: materials will be provided
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15 OR (please see next page for other choice)
Jr. High (6th-8th grades) 2nd Period *continued*
Outdoor Cooking
Instructor: Sarah Braswell
Join us as we learn how to cook different recipes outside, and taste them!! We will be using the fire pit, Dutch ovens and learn how to make your own Dutch oven! Impress your family and friends with your new skills!
Materials to bring: none-materials will be provided
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Sr. High (9th -12th grades) 1st Period
Cold War History
Instructor: Susannah Richmond
Learn about America's stand off with the Soviet Union, that lasted over 40 years. This turbulent time led to many conflicts such as the Korean and Vietnam wars, as well as many technological advances, as the USA fought to stay one step ahead of the USSR. Get ready to have fun as we learn and discuss the hows and whys of the (not so distant) past. There might even be candy involved.
Materials to bring: none- all materials will be provided
Cost: $10
Class size: Min 5/Max 15
OR
Financial Life Skills
Instructor: Cynthia Gaddy
In this class we will learn about: Personal Budgets, Living Debt Free, Education No Student Loan Debt, Home Ownership and Everything you need to know about how to start and run a small business.
Materials to bring: none-materials will be provided
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/Max 15
Sr. High (9th -12th grades) 2nd Period
Construction Science
Instructors: Ryan Cody & Amy Cody
Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a house? In this class, you will gain an understanding of the construction industry. You will learn the basic theories behind the building trades: electrical, refrigeration & heating, plumbing systems, and building science. Students will also learn basic law, rules, and construction management practices.
Materials to bring: pencil, loose leaf paper, three ring binder
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Hand-lettering & Calligraphy
Instructors: Kristen Brookshire & Sara Melrose
If you want to learn to create fun beautiful words, this is the class for you! We will explore different types of lettering and learn how to use several different tools. You don't need to know cursive or have great handwriting to take this class; you just need a little creativity!
Materials to bring: pencil, a folder, a pack of thick Crayola markers & black calligraphy ink
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Volunteer Leaders & Instructor Bios:
Sarah Braswell and her husband, Frankie, have been married almost 18 years and have 5 kids from ages 4 to 12. They’ve homeschooled for 8 years and been a part of North Point’s co-op for 4 years (maybe 5, I really can’t remember).They attend Reynolds Baptist Church and they also enjoy camping, sports and just being each other. Sarah is so excited to teach your kids outdoor cooking this semester! She hopes they learn lots and make dinner for you at home!
Kristen Brookshire has been married to her husband, Matt for 12 years. They have 3 children, Maggie (11), Tyler (10), and Levi (3). This will be their 7th year homeschooling.
Sharon Brookshire married to her best friend David for 39 amazing and adventurous years. They have two sons, Matthew (36) and Noah (18) and six grandchildren. In the past we worked in foster care for nine years caring for over 25 babies who were up for adoption. This is our thirteenth year of homeschooling. Sharon has been a floral designer, a church secretary, and Director of Children’s ministry. David has worked for the Post Office for over 36 years. They have been involved in puppet ministry, clowning, drama and children’s ministries for over 36 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 bachelors 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 20 years and have four daughters: Rebecca (14), Heather (11), Elizabeth (7), and Katelyn (NB). 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 concert band in WNC-H.I.S. Homeschool Band.
Amy Cody and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 15 years. They have three sons: Emory (14), Eli (11), and Grayson (8). She has a degree in English communication from Montreat College. She is a member of Laurel Branch Baptist Church where she serves in several capacities. In her spare time, she enjoys crocheting, reading, sports, & being outdoors.
Ryan Cody and his wife, Amy, have been married for 15 years. They have 3 sons: Emory (14), Eli (11), and Grayson (8). Ryan worked 15 years as building inspector, zoning officer, and director of development services with Madison County. He currently serves as western region investigator with the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors. He is a graduate of Mars Hill College with a degree in business management.
Cynthia Gaddy has an A.A.S. in Accounting and also has a N.C. Real Estate Broker License. She owns and operates Crystal Clear Business Works in Asheville. She has many years experience in accounting, taxes, real estate and the mortgage business. She is mother of two children: Christian (26) and Olivia (12) and is wife to Tim Gaddy…besides her family and her job; she loves church, dogs and sunny days.
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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.
Michele McCoy and her husband Chad have been married for eleven 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.
Cassie McCurry and her husband, Morris, have been married 26 years. They have one daughter, Cadence, who is 10 years old. This is their 3rd year homeschooling. Cassie and her family live in Yancey County. She teaches the beginner Sunday School class at their church, Banks Creek Bible Church, where she has been a member since the age of 9.
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.
Allene Perkins and her husband, Nathan, have been married for 16 years. They have five beautiful children from 2-13 years of age and they have been homeshooling for 9 years. Before being a mom, Allene, used to teach 5th and 6th grade in the public school system. Their family attends Summit Church in Mars Hill.
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.
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.
Amanda Roberts and her husband, Jack, have been married for 19 years and are blessed with Avery (15), Andrew (13), Anthony (11), Anna (9), and Alijah (6). They attend North Point Baptist Church. Amanda has an Associate's Degree in Social Services. They have been homeschooling for about 10 years. It has been an amazing journey with which God has been so good and faithful all along the way. They enjoy church, spending time together, and love the beach.
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Mindy Sherk and her husband, Ross, have been married for 10 years. They have three wonderful children together, Coleson (6), Charlee (3) and Bladen (2). They live in Black Mountain and attend Reynolds Baptist Church. She works part-time at an Animal Hospital and has been there for over 22 years. She has been homeschooling for 2 years.
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 (11), Kaden (8), EllaRose (6), EvaSkye (3), and EmberLynn (8 months). They have been homeschooling for 7 years and are members of Upper Laurel Baptist Church.
North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry
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.)
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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 no 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_____________
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: ____________
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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