Days Offered: Monday and/or Wednesday Teacher: Various Volunteers Class Description: We have TWO options for Study Hall this year, be sure to include WHICH your child wants to be included in. ​ -Quiet Study hall is for those whom want to read, work, etc in a quiet environment where we keep noise to a minimum. ​ -Social Study hall is for those whom want to talk, chat, & get to know each other. Our Aspire Group rules and expectations still apply here but we do encourage and desire healthy and happy friendships to grow within the group, even at Academy! Phones & other devices are not allowed in Social Study Hall! Please Note: Students cannot sign up for more than 2 Study Halls in a row. These classes are not designed for babysitting for half the school day, but to fill gaps between classes and give kids some extra study time. Thanks for your understanding. Supply List: Please bring homework, a book, or other quiet activity for Quiet Study Hall. School Year Supply Fee: N/A

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Amy Mullet Class Description: In this engaging, hands-on class, we’ll bring history to life through the stories of the American Girl characters. Each week, students will dive into ahistorical time period by reading selected book chapters, exploring important facts and timelines, and participating in themed crafts, cooking projects, art projects and creative play. We’ll learn about American history in a way that’s meaningful and memorable—connecting literature, art, culture, and fun. This class is a wonderful mix of education, imagination, and friendship that makes learning feel like play. Supply List: - A sketchbook will be needed most weeks and we will leave these in class. It can be this one or one similar - LINK School Year Supply Fee: $50 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Sarah Mullins Class Description: Bright Ideas Lab is a project-based learning class! We will learn math, science, and reading objectives through projects that align with real-world problems or are personally meaningful. The goal is to be able to bring some of our projects to life such as planning and executing a canned food drive and hot chocolate stand. This class has so many possibilities! Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $40 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Paula Mace Class Description: Get ready to mix, swirl, and create! This hands-on class introduces students to the colorful world of cake decorating. Students will learn basic decorating techniques while using their imagination to design sweet, one-of-a-kind treats. In this class, students will: -Learn how to safely use simple decorating tools -Decorate cookies and small cakes -Build confidence and creativity through hands-on projects Each session is filled with step-by-step guidance, creativity, and plenty of fun. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to try something new and get a little messy! Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $25 (to be paid directly to Tutor)

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Lisa Holcomb Class Description: Inspired by various sources, we will create fun, hands-on craft projects! Perfect for your young artist who loves to create and make things. Supply List: - provided School Year Supply Fee: $40 (to be paid directly to Tutor)

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Andrew Storie Class Description: This class will focus on creation and development of an imaginary world. The students will develop everything from settings to characters, geography to language. We will use JRR Tolkien as an example. we will move at the students pace. Results will be in proportion to effort and energy. We will write stories and make art that depicts our created world. Supply List: - sketchbook - pencils - other supplies will be purchased as we work through individual projects School Year Supply Fee: $65 (to be paid directly to Tutor)

Days Offered: Monday & Wednesday Teacher: Paula Mace Class Description: A beginner-friendly crochet craft class. Students will learn basic crochet skills while making fun and creative crafts in a relaxed, supportive environment. Projects will include animals, blankets, and other small projects. ​ Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $50 (to be paid directly to Tutor)

Days Offered: Monday & Wednesday Teacher: Jessica Cargill Class Description: When we think of cryptids, we think of creatures like Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster. These are examples of Cryptozoology, which is the study of animals that haven't been discovered yet. "Crypto" refers to a creature that is hidden or secret, and "zoology" is the science or branch of biology dealing with animals. These animals have often been seen in one place or another, bust scientists have yet to prove that they exist. In this class we will research these creatures, find out interesting facts about them, share our opinions and have some fun in the process. Supply List: - paper - pencil - Journal - Purchase LINK School Year Supply Fee: $15 paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Sue Stenberg Class Description: Demolishing Strongholds sets out to present the foundational issues that permeate our culture and serve to weaken the Church. We have been bombarded by anti-God philosophies that have caused our faith to waver because we are not equipped to respond to the attack. Throughout this course, teacher and students alike will be given information, practical advice, and scriptural backing to know why the Bible is the absolute authoritative Word of God, to understand the "war" we are engaged in, and to be able to counteract the stronghold the world system desires to have on us. Each class will include videos of great speakers including Ken Ham, and these run 21-27 minutes, leaving us the other half of the classtime for discussion. Topics include War of the Worldviews, Evolution in Pop Culture, Counterfeit Reality, Answers to Difficult Questions, Simple Tools for Brain Surgery, and Special Forces for the Savior. Supply List: Printed Student Workbook - https://answersingenesis.org/education/study-guides/demolishing-strongholds/ Bible 1" 3 Ring Binder Writing instruments School Year Supply Fee: $5 paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday or Wednesday Teacher: Staci Woodruff Class Description: Perfect for curious minds who love puzzles, science, and hands-on discovery, students become investigators as they use scientific techniques to solve mysteries and uncover the truth. Students will have weekly reading assignments to prepare for labs done in class. We’ll take fingerprints, analyze soil samples, examine the refractive properties of glass, and much more. Throughout the year, students will put their skills to the test in two crime-scene simulations, working as a team to interpret evidence and solve a case. Along the way, they’ll use skills from earth science, life science, and physical science, plus writing and logic, making this course a great way to review earlier concepts. Supply List: Notebook paper several highlighters writing utensils School Year Supply Fee: $25 paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Carrie Jones Class Description: Physical exercise and nutrition are important to maintain overall quality of health. While on this journey, as believers, we need to consider what is said biblically about the body that God has handcrafted for us. In faith, fitness and nutrition we will focus on combining all three in an effort to better understand how to live the healthiest way possible. Supply List: - Journal / Notebook - pens and pencils - Bible or Bible App School Year Supply Fee: $25 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Amy Shipman Class Description: In addition to hiding God's Word in our hearts, we will learn how to identify lies we've come to believe and then how to replace those lies with God's Truths. By this, we will learn how to allow God to form our beliefs and lives as HE intended; understanding that only He truly defines who we are. My prayer is that The Living Word or God comes ALIVE for every single student and deepens their understanding of God, themself, their purpose and the love relationship He desires to have with them! Supply List: Bible (paper preferred, may use electronic) Pencil Highlighter School Year Supply Fee: $5 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Jamie Savage Class Description: Students in this class will explore wildlife and learn practical life skills to help them engage with the great outdoors safely. There will be nature-based games and creative activities to reinforce topics we delve into this year. This class will encourage children to grow in confidence and curiosity in their own backyard and beyond. Supply List: 1" 3-ring binder School Year Supply Fee: $40 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Shellsea Gilmore Class Description: Our girls are constantly surrounded by cultural messages that often contradict God's truth about who they are. In this class, we will use Scripture and guided discussion to help students recognize and challenge those messages. Together, we'll develop practical skills to apply biblical truth in everyday situations, equipping girls to stand confidently, think critically, and live out their identity with strength and purpose. Supply List: Notebook pencils colored if student prefers School Year Supply Fee: $15 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Shellsea Gilmore Class Description: In this class, we will explore the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset and how each shapes the way we approach challenges. Through interactive activities and discussion, students will learn to recognize unhelpful thought patterns and practice creative strategies to reframe "stinking thinking." Our goal is to build resilience, confidence, and problem-solving skills that can be applied outside of the classroom. Supply List: Notebook Pencils colored pencils if student prefers School Year Supply Fee: $15 (to be paid directly to Tutor)

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Samantha Jones Class Description: In this hands-on, wellness-centered class, you’ll explore the world of naturopathy and discover how to boost your mind, body, and spirit using simple, natural techniques. Learn how to balance your body’s pH, work with herbs, decode your eyes through iridology, and explore the power of homeopathy, Bach flower remedies, essential oils, and more. We’ll dive into breathing techniques, reflexology, acupressure, and the foundations of holistic living. You’ll also learn practical ways to bring natural health into your everyday life—like smart shopping, healthy cooking, natural cleaning, pet wellness, and holistic first aid. ​ Supply List: - Pens - Notebook - 3 Ring Binder School Year Supply Fee: $50 paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday or Wednesday Teacher: Rebecca Hing Class Description: Through hands-on, authentic learning experiences, Students learn effective methods for shopping, sewing, childcare, clothing care, cooking, nutrition, home-care, hospitality, family and household management. ​ Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $100 (to be paid directly to Tutor)

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Jamie Savage Class Description: This hands-on course introduces students to the exciting world of hospitality, service and leadership. Students will explore the foundations of customer service, event planning, food service basics, tourism, lodging and professional etiquette. Emphasis is placed on communication skills, teamwork, organization and creating welcoming environments that reflect excellence and integrity. Supply List: - 1" 3-ring binder School Year Supply Fee: $100 Class Fee to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday or Wednesday Teacher: Kameron Smith Class Description: Improv is about developing quick thinking skills in a fun imagination game filled way. We can all agree that there are times in our life we wished we reacted quicker or in a better way to a situation that took us by surprise. In improv we can practice those quick reactions in a safe fun space, and take those skills out into the world. If you are wanting to pursue performing arts or go into engineering, improv is for everyone. We use improv in many aspects of life. Someone asks you a question you were not anticipating, the plans that were made start falling apart, you are trapped with only doublemint gum, duct tape, paper clips, and shoe strings and have to escape! Ok that last one is for MacGyver. If you don’t know who MacGyver is, ask your parents. Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $0

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Shellsea Gilmore Class Description: In this hands-on class, students will explore the basics of indoor and container gardening. We'll learn how to grow and maintain small herb gardens, micro-nutrients, etc. Along the way, students will have the opportunity to taste some of what we grow (please share any food allergies in advance). Perfect for beginners and budding gardeners alike, this class encourages creativity, responsibility and a love of growing your own food. Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $30 paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Molly Boatright Class Description: Students will focus on basic and intermediate dance skills for lyrical, jazz, & hip hop. Class will begin with a stretch & cardio warm up, then move into center work, then transition to across the floor combinations/progressions. Class will finish with learning choreography. Students will participate in two recitals, one Christmas and one Spring (dates TBD). Supply List: - Each student must have appropriate dance shoes for class. Links will be posted in the dance band prior to school year beginning. - Other purchases such as leggings, tights, hair pieces will be communicated. School Year Supply Fee: $45 (includes Christmas recital outfit and two recitals) + spring costume fee (cost TBD, due date 10/1/26) all to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Kayla DeMoss Class Description: Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that focuses on technique and strategy rather than strength alone. In this class, students will have the opportunity to learn how to defend themselves, grow in physical performance, and build confidence in a safe yet challenging environment. Through drills and intentional sparring, students will develop controlled coordination, body awareness, and perseverance. Mentally, Jiu-Jitsu constructs discipline, patience, and extended problem-solving. Students learn how to stay calm under pressure, think strategically, and overcome challenges both on and off the mat. It forces you to stay in the mess and solve overwhelming conflict in real time. The cycle of fail, adapt, try again, is what builds Resilience and Respect…and every child could benefit from a healthy dose of both. Supply List: - Comfortable Clothing School Year Supply Fee: $0

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Rachel Floyd Class Description: Explore the vibrant world of Prismacolor pencils in this hands-on drawing class designed to build both skill and confidence. Students will complete multiple projects, progressing from small studies to larger, more detailed works. Known for their rich pigment and smooth texture, Prismacolor pencils blend beautifully together, allowing students to layer colors seamlessly and create soft transitions and vibrant depth. Through guided instruction, you’ll learn blending and shading techniques that bring depth, dimension, and realistic 3D effects to your artwork. Whether you’re refining your basics or advancing your color skills, each project is designed to strengthen technique while encouraging creative expression. Supplies may be purchased at different locations than provided. Links provided to indicate which exact product needed. Supply List: - Pencil Wrap/Roll carry case 36 slots - LINK - Min. 24 count of Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils - LINK   - White Gel Pens - min. of 1 - LINK - 1 Prismacolor Metallic Silver Pencil - LINK - 2 pack Prismacolor Colorless Blending pencils - LINK - Strathmore Bristol Pad - LINK   - #2 pencils - Pencil sharpener - simple with no catch container is fine - Other supplies will be purchased as we work through individual projects School Year Supply Fee: $20 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday and Wednesday Teacher: Candy Matheny Class Description: Using Lego Bricks to building projects that will spark creativity and problem-solving skills Make discoveries in math, science, literacy, social studies, design & technology. (STEAM) Use critical thinking and creativity skills. Build things from the ‘ground up’ and a chance to showcase their talents and inspire their peers. Focus on creative storytelling. Learn skills which lead to success and increase self-confidence Supply List: - 3 prong folder - name on outside of folder - 10 sheets of notebook paper - 3 pencils - sharpened **please label with students name and put in a zipper pencil holder and insert into your folder/notebook School Year Supply Fee: $30 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday and Wednesday Teacher: Shellsea Gilmore Class Description: Let’s have some fun—while learning meaningful life lessons along the way! In this hands-on class, students will create projects like magnet tile designs, origami, homemade aromatherapy, Play-Doh, and more. Each craft comes with a twist: woven into every activity will be thoughtful discussions about character, mindset, and personal growth. As we create, we’ll explore how each child processes information, expresses creativity, and applies those strengths to everyday life. We’ll use simple, tangible examples—like the ingredients in our Play-Doh recipes—to talk about what we “mix in” to our own lives. What happens when we sprinkle in negative thoughts versus positive ones? How do our choices shape the final result? This class blends creativity, conversation, and connection—helping students build both meaningful projects and meaningful life skills. Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $40 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Rachel Pogue Class Description: This class teaches students to be more effective as students, leaders, and citizens. We will begin by covering the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, being proactive, synergizing, sharpening the saw, etc. Then, we will move into the leadership component, building leadership, setting goals, etc. From there we will start the legacy component, volunteerism, peer tutoring, and public service. ​ Supply List: - Workbook (LINK) - Notebook Paper - Pencils School Year Supply Fee: $15 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Rachel Pogue Class Description: Learn how God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways – women who were once girls like you! Together, we will read the stories of Amy Carmichael, Corrie Ten Boom, Joni Eareckson, and many others. Each book contains the stories of ten girls who grew up to be used by God in amazing ways. You will not only be amazed at the bravery, cleverness, and faith of these girls, but you will be inspired to look to God as you wonder, “How will He work through me?” ​ The books contain ten easy-to-read chapters of equal length. Each character’s chapter begins with an incident or memory from their childhood, reminding you that people who grow up to do amazing things were once young people just like you. ​ Each chapter has a fact file, a keynote, a think spot, and a prayer to help you think through and apply what you’ve learned. The books also conclude with a quiz to see how much you remember. We will integrate historical information, maps, YouTube™ videos, and word studies to better understand the context for each person’s lived story of faith. ​ Class enrollment is open to girls only. Class fee will cover class materials and the purchase of all five Ten Girls books in the series, which students will keep: ​ ∙Ten Girls Who Changed the World (Isobel Kuhn; Mary Slessor; Joni Eareckson; Corrie Ten Boom; Evelyn Brand; Gladys Aylward; Jackie Pullinger; Amy Carmichael; Elizabeth Fry; and Catherine Booth) ∙Ten Girls Who Used Their Talents (Anne Lawson; Selina Countess of Huntingdon; Mildred Cable; Katie Ann Mackinnon; Sarah Edwards; Patricia St John; Helen Roseveare; Harriet Beecher Stowe; Mary Verghese; and Maureen McKenna) ∙Ten Girls Who Made History (Mary Jane Kinnaird; Emma Dryer; Florence Nightingale; Lottie Moon; Ida Scudder; Jeanette Li; Henrietta Mears; Bessie Adams; Betty Greene; and Elisabeth Elliot) ∙Ten Girls Who Didn’t Give In (Blandina; Perpetua; Lady Jane Grey; Anne Askew; Lysken Dirks; Marion Harvey; Margaret Wilson; Judith Weinberg; Betty Stam; and Esther John) ∙Ten Girls Who Made a Difference (Monica of Thagaste; Katherine Luther; Susanna Wesley; Ann Judson; Maria Taylor; Susannah Spurgeon; Bethan Lloyd–Jones; Edith Schaeffer; Sabina Wurmbrand; and Ruth Bell Graham) Supply List: - Spiral Notebook - #2 Pencil - Eraser - Colored Pencils School Year Supply Fee: $45 Class Fee to be paid directly to Tutor (covers extra class materials and the purchase of all five books in the Lightkeepers series)

Days Offered: Monday & Wednesday Teacher: Caitlin Coughlin Class Description: In Monet & Me, students will explore the famous works of Monet, Mondrian, and more! Through guided discussion and hands-on experimentation, we will study famous paintings and then create our own original versions, encouraging students to reimagine a master's style in a personal way. Art history meets creativity! No prior art experience necessary - just a willingness to create. Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $50 to be paid directly to Tutor one week before each semester begins; Payable via Cashapp: $cmcdesigns or Venmo: @caitlinmc23

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Paula Mace Class Description: This course is designed to help students build the skills they need to handle real-life challenges with confidence and resilience. Using lessons inspired by Overcoming Obstacles, students will explore topics like goal setting, decision-making, communication, and emotional awareness. Throughout the course, students will learn how to: -Set realistic goals and create step-by-step plans to achieve them -Develop problem-solving strategies for everyday situations -Build healthy relationships through effective communication and empathy -Manage stress, peer pressure, and strong emotions in positive ways -Take responsibility for their choices and understand consequences By the end of the course, students will have a stronger sense of self, improved decision-making skills, and practical tools they can use to overcome obstacles and succeed in school and beyond. Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $0

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Carrie Jones Class Description: Physical education sets the foundation for a lifestyle that encourages physical fitness, healthy living, and physical activity of all activity types. Our focus will be on developing motor skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, as well as a general knowledge in staying active through sports and other activities. ​ Supply List: - comfortable clothing - water School Year Supply Fee: $40 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: TBD Class Description: Playful Pioneers is an explorative literature and projects based class, built around The Little House on the Prairie series. Throughout this class, we will cover: Bible, reading, discussion, narration, science, history, map work, art, poetry, and practical life skills, which will all flow from chapters that we read in these beloved books. Each week will involve making either a coordinating craft or a selection from The Playful Pioneers cookbook. Lots of fun will be had, while we focus on hands-on learning. ​ Supply List: - provided School Year Supply Fee: $60 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Andrew Storie Class Description: We will explore many different types of puppets and masks. We will work from a notebook to develop designs and then build them during our class time. We may even make some short plays to perform. Supply List: - Drawing Notebook for capturing ideas - pencils - colored pencils School Year Supply Fee: $45 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday or Wednesday Teacher: Rebecca Hing Class Description: This class focuses on fun through learning a skill and being proud that the student has created something from a piece of fabric and thread. I encourage creativity over preciseness sew that the student will gain a feeling of accomplishment for this art. This class is for the beginner, intermediate and advanced sewer who wants to learn about how a sewing machine works while creating several projects. Supply List: - 2 white spools of thread - seam ripper School Year Supply Fee: $80 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Rachel Floyd Class Description: Step into the Creative Comic Lab, where imagination meets storytelling and students bring their own comic book characters to life. In this class, you’ll design an original character, develop a unique storyline, and explore how personality and visuals work together. Learn how to draw dynamic body positions and expressive faces that make your characters feel real and full of energy. Students will start with a one-frame comic to master impact and composition, then progress to multi-frame comics that build pacing, action, and narrative flow. We’ll cover key elements such as conceptual development, layout design, artistic styles, background illustration, concept art, and the fundamentals of visual storytelling and creative writing. By the end, you’ll have the skills and confidence to create your very own comic creations from concept to page. Includes a custom comic book by your student! Supplies may be purchased at different locations than provided. Links provided to indicate which exact product needed. Supply List: - Personal Sketch book - LINK - Strathmore Bristol Pad - LINK   - Pencil set - Should include a vinyl eraser and  kneaded eraser - LINK   - Pen set - fine art pens including .3mm - .5mm - .7mm - B (1-5mm) - LINK   - Colored pencils - min. 24 count - please no Cra-z-art - LINK   - Dual-tip Alcohol Markers - min 24 pack - LINK or LINK   - 12”-18” acrylic ruler - LINK   - Other supplies will be purchased as we work through individual projects School Year Supply Fee: $10 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Wednesday Teacher: Melissa Davis Class Description: This class is designed to build your child’s confidence by participating in group and individual activities that will strengthen their social skills in everyday situations. We will work on understanding social cues, how to start a conversation, respecting boundaries, being a good friend and much more. Students will also gain a better understanding of positive character traits and the importance of modeling them on a daily basis. Supply List: - Social Skills Workbook - LINK School Year Supply Fee: $5 to be paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Melissa Davis Class Description: This class offers a safe space where middle school girls can grow in self-awareness, emotional regulation, and confidence. Students will learn how to express feelings, solve problems, set boundaries, manage drama, make thoughtful choices in friendships & personal situations while responding to challenges in healthy and respectful ways. Supply List: - Provided School Year Supply Fee: $10 paid directly to Tutor

Days Offered: Monday Teacher: Andrew Storie Class Description: We will use carving tools such as knives, gouges, scorps and the like to produce simple but enjoyable wood carvings. Students will be provided with a basic kit for carving and carving materials will also be provided. We will use soap bars or some similar medium to understand basic techniques. We will make finished products in bass wood or a similar type of wood. We will work towards multiple finished pieces but will be focused on safe working methods and learning basic skills. Supply List: - Provided by Teacher School Year Supply Fee: $80 (to be paid directly to Tutor) to purchase carving materials and tools. Students will keep carving tools if they would like them.