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North Point Baptist
Homeschool Ministry
Workshops
Fall 2017 Semester
Revised 3/2017
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 2017 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 13, 2017, 1-2pm 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 2017 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 2017 Calendar
Registration for NPBHM members** Thursday, April 13, 2017, 8:30-9am &
9-9:30am
Registration for non-members** Thursday, April 13, 2017, 1-2pm
All Registrations will take place at: North Point Baptist Church
119 Monticello Road
Weaverville, NC
Mandatory Workshop Meeting Monday, August 21, 2017 @ 7:00pm
First Day of Workshops Thursday, August 24, 2017
Last Day of Workshops for Fall Semester Thursday, November 9, 2017
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 Amy Castellani 713-3767
familyblessings5@
Junior High (6-8) Coordinator Susannah Richmond 658-8302
sl.richmond@
Senior High (9-12) Coordinator Nadine Robinson 582-3042
snrobinson5@
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, assistant teachers, 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 one of our volunteer leaders: Nadine Robinson @ 582-3042 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 Thursday, April 13th.*
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 2017 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)
Instructors: Shirin McIntosh & TBA
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 and 123's
Instructors: Heather Bullman & Jennifer Warner
We will be reading a story and doing a craft focusing on certain letters and numbers. Colors and shapes will be incorporated into the craft. We will also have a snack that period.
Preschool (4-5 year olds) 2nd Period
Get Your Wiggles Out!
Instructors: Jennifer Warner & TBA
We will have exercise time either inside or out depending on the day. This will include stretching, running around and getting our wiggles out. We will end the class with a stretching, water and bible stories.
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
Art
Instructor: Kayla Wooton
In this class we will be exploring the world of art. From learning new ways to paint, creating cool creations from clay, and sketching the world around us! This will be fun and messy!
Materials to bring: a pencil, a sketch pad that you could paint or draw in & an old shirt to put over clothes
Cost: $ 20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Board Games
Instructor: Sarah Braswell
We will learn with each other over fun and exciting board games! We will even be making some of our own!
Materials to bring:
Cost: $10
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Lower Elementary (K-2nd grades) 2nd Period
S.T.E.M. with Curious George
Instructors: Michele McCoy & Kelly DeVore
We will be exploring the world around us with the help of everyone’s favorite monkey, George! From the fish in the oceans to the birds in the air we will see how the world works around us.
Materials to bring: no supplies needed
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR (please see next page for other choice)
Lower Elementary (K-2nd grades) 2nd Period *continued*
Book Club
Instructor: Brandy Barnwell
We will be choosing a different classic children's picture book to read each week and then do different crafts, art, or other projects and activities related to the book we read to reinforce some of the ideas presented in the story. Some of the books will be reading are Blueberries for Sal, Make Way for Duckling, Ox Cart Man, and Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel. Please note if you have a more advanced 2nd grader this class may not be challenging enough for them as it will be geared more toward a little bit younger skill level.
Materials to bring: scissors, crayons or colored pencils, a folder & a glue stick
Cost: $10
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Upper Elementary (3rd-5th grades) 1st Period
Nature Explorers
Instructors: Kelly DeVore & Michele McCoy
Come along with us as we explore the world around us! From the forest, to the rivers and everything in between, we will see how they all work together. This class will also have lots of hands on activities and possibly a field trip.
Materials to bring: colored pencils, scissors & glue sticks
Cost: $25 (We will be putting together a kit for each one full of things they can use while exploring.)
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR (please see next page for other choice)
Upper Elementary (3rd-5th grades) 1st Period*continued*
Scrapbooking
Instructor: Season Jacques
We will be creating scrapbooks, while learning different techniques and exploring our creativity. The class will focus on a different page each week, while allowing each student to take as much time needed to fully encompass their love and creativity. Some of the pages we will focus on are: Family, Hobbies, Vacations/get-togethers, Traditions, All about Me, as well as any other suggestions by the children. A detailed schedule will be sent home with the students on the first day. At the end of the semester, the children will have a personal scrapbook to share with others and cherish.
Materials to bring: Pictures (or copies, color or B/W), scissors (straight, shaped scissors will be provided for the children to share) & any special "additions" to add to pages (ticket stubs, currency from a theme park, small shells from a trip to the beach, etc).
Cost: $ 15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Upper Elementary (3rd-5th grades) 2nd Period
Snap Circuits
Instructors: Kristen Brookshire & Sara Melrose
In this class we are going to explore how electronics work, and build our own electronic devices using a snap circuits kit. Snap circuits make learning fun and safe, they are completely encased in plastic and just snap together. We will do fun projects such as, make a flying saucer, an alarm, an adjustable volume siren and a "battleship" type game. Each child will get a kit and batteries to take home at the end of the semester.
Materials to bring: none (all materials are included for this class)
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Collage Art Fun!
Instructors: Jessica Riddle & Christy Clements
Come and enjoy the fun in collaging! We will be using different mediums to create fun personalized pieces of art. Some weeks we will have a particular theme and others we will just use our imaginations.
Materials to bring: WEEKLY: white liquid school glue, glue sticks & scissors. OTHER things throughout the semester: family photos, family friendly magazines, newspapers, cards, & calendars.
Cost: $15
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Jr. High (6th-8th grades) 1st Period
Snap Circuits
Instructors: Kristen Brookshire & Sara Melrose
In this class we are going to explore how electronics work, and build our own electronic devices using a snap circuits kit. Snap circuits make learning fun and safe, they are completely encased in plastic and just snap together. We will do fun projects such as, make a flying saucer, an alarm, an adjustable volume siren and a "battleship" type game. Each child will get a kit and batteries to take home at the end of the semester.
Materials to bring: nothing, all materials are included for this class
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/Max 15
OR
Collage Techniques
Instructors: Christy Clements & Susannah Richmond
Join us in exploring different collage techniques. We'll have fun turning magazine clippings, newspapers, family pictures, posterboard, scrapbook paper, and other items into creative works of art. This class will challenge students to think outside the box and color outside traditional lines using God-given talents they may not have discovered yet through experiments with positive-negative space, Notan design, tessellation, and themed collages.
Please note: students will be provided with xacto knives for certain lessons and will be expected to use them wisely.
Materials to bring: WEEKLY: white liquid school glue, glue sticks & scissors. OTHER materials needed throughout the semester: family pics, various collage materials if available (family friendly magazines, newspapers, old wall calendars, greeting cards, etc)
Cost: $25 (must have a minimum 5 students to afford needed materials)
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Jr. High (6th-8th grades) 2nd Period
WWII History
Instructor: Susannah Richmond
WWII and the events that surrounded it, was one of the most fascinating times in our history. In this class we will explore how the world found itself embroiled in war only 20 years after the Great War, Hitler's rise to power, the holocaust, the Pacific theatre, and the lives of ordinary citizens during war. If you love discovering the hows and the whys of the past, then you will enjoy this class.
Students should come to class prepared not only to listen, but also to participate in discussions. I will provide a snack each week. We will also do some hands on/ service projects.
Materials to bring: notebook paper & pencil
Cost: $10
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Crochet
Instructor: Amy Cody
Are you ready for a new hobby? Try crochet! When my mom taught me to crochet at 12 years old, I had no idea it was something I would still be enjoying at this point in my life. I would love to give you the same gift! We will learn the basic stitches, make practice swatches and tackle reading simple patterns. Please be aware that crochet takes resiliency! You may not get it the first time you try. It's just like learning to do anything else, it takes practice! Hope you'll join me!
Materials to bring: none (supplies will be provided)
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 16
Sr. High (9th -12th grades) 1st Period
Starting Points
Instructors: Michele Hammond & Brandy Barnwell
Starting Points is in its third semester of a two-year class. This is a comprehensive course which will allow students to develop a Biblical worldview through a variety of literature, movies, and nonfiction readings. Students will learn to articulate what they believe effectively and succinctly and be able to defend their Christian faith. The purpose of this course is to work through some hard questions together—questions about ethics, man, history, the devil, and more. Discussion and participation are vital to this class. It will be interactive and lively, not just listening to the boring teacher.
This course can (at the parent’s discretion and oversight) serve as multiple high school credits (Bible, Literature, and American History). It will require work outside of co-op. Readings and assignments are essential for everyone so that the group discussions are meaningful. Students who complete this course will learn much about what they believe, why they believe it, and be able to defend and share their belief with others with a winsome attitude.
This first semester cost covered the Starting Points workbook only. Additional readings are required each semester and parents will need to be purchase these. They can be found new or used through various websites; students who have taken this course previously at co-op might also be a source for these books. Each semester will include a list of books required for that term.
***New students wishing to sign up for this class will need to purchase the Starting Points primer and any other necessary books to complete the FIRST nine weeks of work, as well as the books for Fall 2017. This work will need to be completed BEFORE fall semester begins. Please see the lead teacher if you have any questions.***
Materials to bring: (Books for Fall 2017): Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis, Assumptions by Christian Overman, your Starting Points workbook, and your Bible.
Cost: $0
Class size: Min 5/Max 15
OR
The Case for Christ Bible Study
Instructor: Angie Casteel
Is there credible evidence that Jesus of Nazareth really is the Son of God? Skeptics dismiss the Jesus of the Gospels by claiming there is no evidence in the case for Christ. Lee Strobel disagrees. The former legal journalist and one-time atheist knows how to ask tough questions. His own search for truth about Jesus led him to faith in Christ. Come join us as we investigate facts, historical evidence, and expert testimony to answer the question, "Who is Jesus?"
Materials to bring: pencils, notebook, other books & study materials will be provided through the class
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR (please see next page for other choices)
Sr. High (9th -12th grades) 1st Period *continued*
American History through the History of Political Satire
Instructor: Joy Hughey
This class will start in 1754 with Benjamin Franklin's early cartoons, and cover periods of American history. We will conclude with current satire and how it is used in the political scene. We will cover print, music, radio, TV, and Internet political satire, and the history that surrounds it.
Materials to bring: pencil, paper & folder
Cost: $10
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
Sr. High (9th -12th grades) 2nd Period
Math Games
Instructor: Jessica Broyles
Students will get to review and reinforce math concepts learned at home through fun games and activities in class. Games will vary from individual challenges to whole class involvement. After seeing many different examples of games throughout the semester, they will create their own game and get to see it played by their peers!
Materials to bring: a markers or colored pencils, pencil, calculator & scissors
Cost: $20
Class size: Min 5/ Max 15
OR
Make 'em Laugh!
Instructors: Madison Casteel, Angie Casteel & Savannah Kelley
Join us as we hit the stage for a semester full of laughter. This semester requires both body and mind as we jump head first into the history and lives of accomplished comedians and learn their way around the stage. At the end of this semester, we will be performing a series of skits to show off a new set of stage and performance skills as well as get the audience laughing! Be prepared for twists and surprises throughout the whole semester!
Materials to bring: a binder or a notebook & pencils or pens. Bring a water bottle!
Cost: $25
Class size: Min 5/ Max 14
Volunteer Leaders & Instructor Bios:
Brandy Barnwell and her husband, Vollie, have been married for 17 years. They have four children: Dyllan (13), Eden (11), Daniel (7) and Dawson (5). They are in their ninth year of homeschooling. Brandy and her husband are involved in various ministries at North Point Baptist Church. Brandy currently teaches four and five year old Sunday school and serves on the children and preschool teams. She has a bachelor’s degree in history and is a licensed middle school teacher in language arts and social studies.
Sarah Braswell and her husband, Frankie, have been married 17 years and we have 5 great kids! Four girls and one boy ages 11 down to 3. We have homeschooled for 7 years and are constantly learning ourselves! We attend church at Reynolds Baptist, but have been apart of North Points Co op for 4 years. We love it and I'm happy to be teaching a game class for K-1st grade this fall. This is a special age where I feel like so much can be learned through play!
Kristen Brookshire has been married to her husband, Matt for 10 years. This will be our 6th year homeschooling. We have 3 kids, Maggie is 10, Tyler is 9 and Levi is 2. We enjoy doing just about anything outdoors.
Sharon Brookshire married to her best friend David for 39 amazing and adventurous years. They have two sons, Matthew (36) and Noah (17) 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 their thirteen 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 children’s church. 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 10 years and moved to Mars Hill 4 years ago from New Jersey to join Alta Ridge Foot Specialists. They have two daughters together, Ellianna (5) and Adelyn (2). Jessica also has two step-children in college, Chelsea and Caleb. Although this is Jessica’s first year homeschooling, she has bachelor’s degrees in Math and Education K-12 and a master’s degree in middle school Math education. She taught 7th grade Math and was a private tutor for grades 3 - 12 for 6 years and was blessed to be able to “retire” to raise her children. She is excited (and nervous!) to start this new homeschooling journey, but grateful for the many blessings that allow her such an opportunity.
Heather Bullman and her husband, Brian, have been married for 18 years. They have 5 children: Hannah (13), Zachary (11), Jackson (7), Levi (3) & Lucas (1). They are in their 8th year of homeschooling and love it. Previously, she 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.
Angie Casteel and her husband, Brant, have been married 25 years. They have been homeschooling for 10 years. Their daughter McKenzie is in 11th grade, while Madison is a 2016 homeschool graduate. They are members of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Homeschooling has been such a blessing to us and we are thankful that we can continue on this journey.
Madison Casteel is a 2016 homeschool graduate and former co-op student. She is enrolled at Mayland Community College and works as a dance instructor. She has a passion for dance, drama and a heart for youth and mission outreach.
Amy Castellani and her husband Chris have lived in Asheville for 15 years. They have 3 boys and have homeschooled for 11 years. Amy is a Registered Nurse and attends Woodland Hills Church in North Asheville. We have enjoyed teaching and participating in North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry and feel it is a blessing every day that God has provided for us to continue our homeschooling journey.
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Christy Clements and her husband, Brent, have been married for 19 years and have three daughters, Rebecca (13), Heather (10), and Elizabeth (6). 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. I look forward to teaching your Middle School student different methods of Collage Art this fall!
Amy Cody and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 14 years. They have three children, Emory (13), Eli (10) and Grayson (7). 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.
Kelly DeVore is wife to Willie and mom to Elizabeth 16, Ben 14, Rebekah 12, and Joe 8. Yes, I have two teenagers and a "tween" all prayers are appreciated. Life at my house is never dull. We have been on this crazy homeschooling journey for 9 years now. When we aren't schooling you can find us camping or at the ball field (both my boys and Rebekah play). I am very thankful for all God has blessed me with, I couldn't ask for anything more.
Michele Hammond and her husband, James, have been married 23 years. They have two children, Rebekah (17) and Katherine (14), and have homeschooled for six years. They have also homeschooled their niece, Grace (13), for two years. Michele and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church where she teaches Sunday School and works with our preteen ministry. She has a master's degree in middle grades education, and a BA in mathematics. Michele is also a certified teacher and mathematics tutor.
Joy Hughey and her husband Scott having married for 19 years. They have been back in Asheville for five years. They have two daughters, Emma (15) and Sarah (11). They attend Woodland Hills Church. They have been homeschooling for nine years. Joy has her degree in Recreational Therapy. This is her fourth semester teaching at North Point.
Season Jacques and her husband, Phil, have been married for 22 years. They have 3 children; Shallon (16), Michael (12) and Leara (5). God called them to WNC in 2009 from Wilmington, NC, and they began their homeschooling journey in 2012. Season has been a nurse for 20 years, and Phil is a plumbing contractor. Our family enjoys spending time together, camping, Tae Kwon Do and traveling.
Michele McCoy and her husband Chad have been married for eleven years. They have two daughters, Zoe who is ten and Daisy who is six. 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 trying to pursue a life-long dream of hers: stringing words together to make stories…
Shirin McIntosh and her husband have been married for 23 years. They have 3 wonderful boys-Grady (18) Caleb (14) and Silas (9). They have been homeschooling for 14 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.
Corinne Ptak and her husband, Preston, have been married for 22 years. They have seven (soon to be eight) children under their care: Rebekah (17), Grace (14), Braeden (12), Rae (10), Nikolas (10), Kaeleah (5) and Eleisha (3). They are in their 13th 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 where she assists with Jr. & Sr. High Sunday School class and they enjoy serving others at ABCCM (Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry).
Volunteer Leaders & Instructor Bios Continued:
Susannah Richmond and her husband, Dave, have been married for 16 years. They have three children: Anna (13), Abriel (8), and Samuel (8). They attend North Point Baptist Church, where she helps teach 3-4 gradeSunday school, as well as helping with Praiseland and Awanas. This is their eighth year homeschooling, and they are excited to be a part of North Point Co-op for another year.
Jessica Riddle and her husband Aaron have been married for 12 years. They have four boys Spencer (9), Tyler (8), Mason (6), and Jayce (4). They have been homeschooling from the beginning. Jessica has her Cosmetology license and her husband is a Buncombe County Sheriff's Deputy. They are members of North Point Baptist church where they love worshipping the Lord. As a family they love to go camping, fish, and just spend quality time together.
Nadine Robinson and her husband, Steve, have been married 28 years. They have been blessed with three bio-kids: Stephen (28), Jason (15), and Emmy (12). They are now also enjoying the adventure of Foster Care. They were blessed with the addition of Keira to their family in January of this year. They began homeschooling nine years ago and love it! Nadine worked as a Teaching Assistant in the past and is now serving as your highschool coordinator. Steve is currently employed by MB Haynes as the D.O.T. Superintendent. The Robinsons are members of North Point Baptist Church.
Jennifer Warner and her husband, Michael, have been married for 19 years. They are blessed with four children Karli, Alisyn, Sophie, and Micah. 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.
Kayla Wooton and her husband Ryan have been homeschooling 6 years. They have four children Kaleb (10), Kaden (7), EllaRose (5), and Eva Skye (2). They 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.
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MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT
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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.
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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.
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Workshop Request Form
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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: ____________
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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: __________
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Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________
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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
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Phone(s): _____________________________________ Parent’s E-mail: _____________________________
Please transfer amounts from Workshop Request Form(s):
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: $_________
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