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Creative Learning Connection>
Weekend Hours & Fall Class Schedule
August 3, 2007
Reminder: We will open 8:30 – 5:30 this Friday (August
3rd) and Saturday (August 4th) for the "Tax-Free Weekend"
and for our Homeschooling Workshops. (For a complete list
of the 22 workshops, times, and speakers, see
www.CreativeLearningConnection.com).
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Also, we have a great line-up of fall classes. Please
contact the teacher(s) for more information, or to sign up,
or contact Cathy at cmmjaime@alum.mit.edu.
FALL STUDENT WRITING WORKSHOPS
with Cathy Puett Miller,
Independent Literacy Consultant
Using
the 6+1 Traits System
of Teaching and Evaluating Writing
An experienced writer herself, Mrs. Miller’s classes
include discussions of great published writing, in-class
exercises to build idea generation, organization, voice,
word choice, sentence fluency, conventions (editing and
revising), and presentation, and individualized attention.
Students will also be assigned writing between classes.
Whether your child is a reluctant or enthusiastic writer,
Mrs. Miller will focus on evaluating and meeting their
needs. Best of all, your child will learn to love writing.
Ten-Week Classes begin week of September 4th and go through
November 13 (with no class October 9).
Separate classes serving:
4th through 6th grade (1 hour once a week)- Tuesdays
9:00AM-10:00AM
2nd through 3rd grade (1 hour once a week) – Tuesdays
10:30AM-11:30AM
7th through 9th grade (1 hour once a week) - Tuesdays
12:00-1:00PM
10th through 12th grade (1 hour once a week) - Tuesdays
(1:30-2:30PM)
Pricing starts at $123 per student-- family discounts apply
for multiple children (a 20% discount for families or $99
per family member). Cost includes portfolio and
individualized writing evaluations. Check or cash accepted
for tuition
A minimum of six students needs to be registered for each
class in order for it to be offered. A final grade and
FREE pre/post evaluation for each student who participates!
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER FOR THE CLASSES
CONTACT Cathy Puett Miller at 883-7005
or email cathypmiller@comcast.net
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Junior High/Freshman Level Course:
Literature and Composition
Tuesdays, 12:15 – 1:45 p.m.
The student will study and analyze a variety of
age-appropriate literary genres and discuss elements of
fiction including, but not limited to, plot, setting,
theme, and symbolism. In addition,a basic grammar review
and composition instruction will be included in the course.
Minimum: 5 students required
$25 per month
*Discount for multiple students
**No class on Thursday, September 6 or the week of
Thanksgiving and Christmas!
High School British Literature
Tuesdays, 2:00 3:30 p.m.
In this survey of British literature, the student will
study significant historical events and literature from
each major time period. Composition and literary analysis
will be an integral part of this course.
*Addditional course materials may be required, but every
attempt will be made to keep the cost of the materials for
the entire course under $25 (this would be the cost of a
textbook).
Minimum: 5 students required
$25 per month
*Discount for multiple students
**No class on Thursday, September 6 or the week of
Thanksgiving and Christmas!
Michele taught high school English (grades 9, 10, 12) for 5
years during which time she received Teacher of the Year
award and MS Star Teacher (1997).She holds credentials in
two states and is "highly qualified" to teach Secondary
English grades 7-12 and Secondary Language Arts grades 6-12
in both MS and AL.
To sign up for either Literature Class above, contact
Michele at pentonmichele@knology.net
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Beginner/Intermediate Drawing Class
This series of 12 drawing classes will focus on pencil
drawing techniques, light, shadow, composition, and
perspective. Classes will be taught on Tuesdays from
1:00-2:30p at Creative Learning Connection beginning in
September. The classes will meet during the months of
September, October and November. These classes are
recommended for students in 4th grade or higher.
The monthly fee is $45 and includes all drawing supplies
needed for the class. A registration fee of $5 per family
is required at the time of registration. Please contact
Fleta Oliver via email (jfoliver@knology.net) or telephone
(830-8225) with questions or to register. Space is very
limited.
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Sign Language Class
Classes will be held on Tuesdays, from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.,
starting September 4th.
Cost: $20 registration (includes book) and $20/month
Who: Students in 7th - 12th Grade
Please contact Rickey Clemons at apto@mchsi.com with
questions or to register.
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Contact Dee at deirdrefuller@mchsi.com, or Cathy at
cmmjaime@alum.mit.edu for more details on the following
two:
Geography/History Club
Taught by Dee Fuller and Catherine Jaime
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, beginning September 4th, 10:00 - 11:30
a.m.
Aimed at Students Grades 4th – 7th
Come discover “America the Beautiful” through videos,
activities, and more.
Cost $5.00/week
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Science Club/Inventors’ Corner
Taught by Catherine Jaime and Dee Fuller
2nd & 4th Tuesdays, beginning September 11th, 10:00 -
11:30 a.m.
Aimed at Students Grades 4th – 7th
Come discover God’s wonderful creation through videos,
activities, and more.
Cost $5.00/week
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The following 3 classes are taught by Susie Cagle:
INSTRUCTOR:
SUSIE CAGLE (#303-7184)
(B.S. in Education from the University Of Tennessee in
Knoxville, TN. I have homeschooled my two children for nine
years.)
REGISTRATION: CONTACT SUSIE CAGLE (#256/303-7184) TO
REGISTER. (12 Students Maximum.)
Algebra I Class
WHEN: EVERY MONDAY
DATES: SEPTEMBER 10, 2007 THROUGH DECEMBER 17, 2007
JANUARY 7 THROUGH MAY 12, 2008
TIME: 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
TEXT: ALGEBRA I (SAXON-3rd edition)
FEE: $50.00 Per Semester Per Student (Discounts
available.) Fees will be due on September 10, 2007, the
first day of class.
Geometry Class
WHEN: EVERY MONDAY
DATES: SEPTEMBER 10, 2007 THROUGH DECEMBER 17, 2007
JANUARY 7 THROUGH MAY 12, 2008
TIME: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
TEXT: GEOMETRY (MATH-U-SEE) 2005 Copyright by Steven P.
Demme
FEE: $50.00 Per Semester Per Student (Discounts
available.)
Fees will be due on September 10, 2007, the first day of
class.
Algebra II CLASS
WHEN: EVERY MONDAY (except 4th Mondays each month)
DATES: SEPTEMBER 10, 2007 THROUGH DECEMBER 17, 2007
JANUARY 7 THROUGH MAY 12, 2008
TIME: 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.
TEXT: ALGEBRA II (SAXON-2nd EDITION)
FEE: $50.00 Per Semester Per Student (Discounts
available.)
Fees will be due on September 10, 2007, the first day of
class.
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Treasures (more details on the website soon!)
We are excited that Susie will also be offering Treasures
on the 4th Monday of each month (except December) from 3:30
- 4:30 p.m. We will have more information posted on that
soon. Cost is $50 for the year/family! My kids have done
Treasures with Susie for 2 years, and they have enjoyed it
very much!
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More Math Classes:
Junior High and High School levels offered
Limited number of openings available; Enrollment now open
for 2007-2008
Leigh Ann Miles
8 years experience, Bob Jones High School
6 years experience tutoring/private teaching
References available upon request
464-0798 (home)
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The Following Classes are with
Heather Clanton-Sample
(Contact Heather at heathermdn@aim.com to sign up, or for
more information)
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER CLASSES
Making Language Arts Come Alive through Creative Writing!!
(3rd-5th grade)
This fun and interactive class will help get your child
ready for the upcoming school year by reviewing and/or
introducing important Language Arts skills. As we focus
on: synonyms, multiple-meaning words, commas,
capitalization, subject-verb agreement, punctuation,
irregular verbs, adverbs, homophones, prefixes and
suffixes, prepositional phrases, and pronouns, the children
will use their creativity to explore the wonderful world of
creative writing! Through games and involvement, your
child will be able to learn at a pace comfortable for all.
We will discover various forms of writing including lyrics,
prose, haiku, free verse, and more. By the end of the
class, your child(ren) will have the tools to write in each
of these forms of poetic verse.
Fees: $35 per child for all 6 sessions (includes Creative
Writing text booklet and all applicable supplies)
Dates: Thursdays, August 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, September
6th, 13th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
~~**There is a 20% discount for siblings.**~~
OCTOBER CLASSES
Exploring God's Word
(ages 5 - 10 year olds)
Come explore God's Word with us as we learn about the Old
Testament prophets and mighty men of God. Each class
session will include a Bible lesson, craft, a writing
activity, game, and a snack. We will be stressing the
importance of hiding God's Word in our hearts as we
memorize one verse each week.
Fees: $20 per child for all 4 sessions
Dates: Thursdays, October 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
~~**There is a 20% discount for siblings.**~~
"Stone Soup" Literature-Based Unit Study
(ages 6 - 11 year olds)
Come and make stone soup with us as we open up the familiar
classic by Marcia Brown entitiled Stone Soup. Your child
will use their listening and reading comprehension skills
as we read through this book together. This class will
include various Language Arts activities, Math application,
Science and Health, Art, Social Studies, and even Music and
games! This 4 week unit study will not only encourage your
child's love for reading but also open the door for much
fun and interaction!
Fees: $20 per child for all 4 sessions
Dates: Thursdays, October 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th
Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
~~**There is a 20% discount for siblings.**~~
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Classes with Catherine Jaime (starting Wednesday, September
5th)
Government Club – Junior High/High School Students
1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
At least 1 meeting/month is a General Meeting.
(In the fall, 1 meeting/month is Mock Trial related; in the
spring, 1 meeting/month is Youth Legislature related.)
Cost: $20/family/semester
The following times have been changed slightly:
Civil Rights Class – Junior High/High School Students
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
$25/month
Learn about the big events and people of the Civil Rights
Movement,
and some important, related, Supreme Court cases.
Classes will involve various amounts of discussion,
lectures, activities, and some videos.
Shakespeare Class – Junior High/High School Students
Wednesdays, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
$20/month
We will watch & read (& occasionally discuss) Shakespeare
plays.
Constitution Class -- High School Students
Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
$20/month
Discussions, Activities, Lectures
We will be studying the History of the Constitution, the
Constitution itself,
and major Supreme Court cases.
Classes will involve various amounts of discussion,
lectures, activities, and some videos.
For more details, or to register for any of Catherine’s
classes email her at cmmjaime@alum.mit.edu or call her at
CLC at 256-325-3305.
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