Winter/Spring 2012 After School Enrichment

 

Mama Luna’s Imaginarium: Creative Art Exploration (MONDAY or TUESDAY)

This hands on class is open to all levels.  We will start by working collaboratively on projects to eliminate feelings of “artist’s block” or pressure to be “good at art”-There are so many ways to be an artist!  The class will have access to many mediums such as fabrics, buttons, wire, thin metal, watercolor, acrylic paint, canvas, watercolor paper, and wood.  At the end of the course your child will walk away as a confident creative person, and some funky, finished artwork for your home! Call Ivy Ratliff for more info: 231-384-5260        (Min: 4  Max: 8 students) 

Time:  4:00-5:00 pm                  Location: Duncan’s Portable                      

Cost: $95 (Includes supplies, weekly herbal tea and hors devours!)           

Days:  Mondays*: Kindergarten-3^rd Grade   or     Tuesdays**: 4^th-6^th Grade

* Monday classes will start February 6^th and go through March 19^th (no class Feb. 13)  6 classes

** Tuesday classes will start February 7^th and go through March 20^th (no class Feb. 14)  6 classes

 

Introduction to Acoustic Guitar (MONDAYS)

Learn the fundamentals of acoustic guitar with veteran musician Caroline Kovas. We will work through finger exercises to strengthen the hands, explore chord progressions, rhythm structures and put our knowledge to the test when we play a series of popular radio hits.  Students will walk away with the ability to follow chord charts for their favorite songs and have the tools to begin writing their own! Class is designed for students in grades 4^th and up.  We invite parents to join us during our final class for a performance of the songs we have learned on Monday, March 19^th. 

Time:  4:00-5:00pm                      Location: Sunflower Room (In the Library – Upper Campus)

Date:  Monday, February 6 – Monday, March 19  (No Class Feb. 13^th )     6 classes

COST: $132 (includes practice book with CD)                  Materials Required:  Guitar**, Tuner, Picks            

** Caroline is happy to provide guitar recommendations for your child depending on size and age.

 

 

Kellie’s Kitchen  (TUESDAYS)                 

Do you enjoy helping in the kitchen, is the Food Network one of your favorite stations, maybe you just like food?  Sign up today!!! Learn some simple and fun new recipes to tempt your family and friends. Each class, students will learn how to prepare, make and then sample a tasty treat.  All ingredients and recipes are included in cost.  Please bring to class an apron and a baking pan for take-home treats.  Class is for grades 2^nd through 4^th and will be held in the library kitchen.  A different theme will be featured every week.     (Min. 4    Max. 6 students)

Cost: $70.00        Time:  4:00-5:00pm       Date: Tuesdays, February 14, 21, 28 & March 6  (4 classes)

 

 

Introduction to Martial Arts  (WEDNESDAYS)

Our classes are designed to boost physical fitness, self esteem & confidence.  Shaolin Kung Fu is based on compassion, patience, peace wisdom and Harmony.  Our Kung Fu program benefits all areas of you life.   We teach the kids self-respect, determination, and focus combined with fun fitness activities.  LEARN KUNG FU  from a world renowned Master of the Martial Arts.  Master Sifu Jim Adkins , a Disciple of the Shaolin Temple will be training HERE after school.  Kids will be awarded a Certificate of Participation/Completion upon successful completion of the 7 weeks.  Kids will learn Self Defense and Artistic expression in Motion (KUNG FU).  Come check out the martial arts demonstration this Friday, January 27^th following Pizza Lunch!!!  Open to grades 1^st and up.  Minimum 10 students to hold class, register now!

Cost:  $80.00       Uniforms can be purchased for $ 40 from Master Sifu but are not required

Time:  3:00-4:00pm              Location:  Music Room Portable              Date: Wednesdays, Feb. 8-March 21

 

Introduction to Digital Photography  (WEDNESDAYS)

Join TC West Senior High Art Teacher, Melissa Clone, for an exciting photography class.  Students will need to supply their own digital camera;  with a DSLR preferred but not required.  Topics and techniques addressed would include aperture control, shutter speed control, composition techniques, and creative editing tools.  Pathfinder Alum, Theo Womack, will assist this class, as he is currently enrolled in her High School level class.  Melissa has worked with TCAPs for 6 years and has taught Photography & Advanced Photo for 4 years at the high school level.  She holds a Master’s degree in Educational Media Design & Technology.   (Min: 5  Max: 15 students)

Cost:  $75.00             Time: 4:00-5:00pm              Date:  Wednesdays, February 8-February 29   (4 classes)           

Location: Library/Computer Lab                    Grades: 4^th-8^th

 

 

KIDZ ART  (WEDNESDAYS)

Kate Daggett will begin her Fourth Session of KidzArt at Pathfinder.  Students will gain valuable skills, have fun and feel uplifted as their confidence soars- a drawing based art education program for kids of all ages.  Simple drawing method and weekly format, students will produce original projects using various mediums.  Min. 3 students.

Time:  3:00-4:00pm           Cost:  $65.00 (includes materials)                        Location:  Library

 

Session 4:   February 8, 15, 22, 29 & March 7       (5 classes)

Session 5:  March 14, 21 & April 11, 18, 25    (5 classes)

Session 6:  May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30   (5 classes) 

 

Watercolor and Water Media Painting  (THURSDAYS)

The goal of the class is to provide 1) beginning students the familiarity with the medium, with color mixes and washes, as well as different techniques so that they can begin to explore painting on their own, 0r 2) provide the opportunity for painters to loosen up, to be gestural and expressive, to paint boldly and naively.  Each class session will focus on particular techniques and methods, working from still lifes to landscapes based off photographs.

This class provides the opportunity to explore water media and to play with various techniques and approaches. From painting still lifes to landscapes, the approach will be to capture the spontaneous feel of the moment by using big brushes, spatter, fluid splashes, whatever.  Using whatever water media one chooses, or combining several, the student can expand his or her repertoire and loosen up.   Look for updates coming in March!

Time: 6:30-8:00        Date:  April 12- May 10   (5 classes)           Cost:  TBD        

Location: Duncan’s Portable