In this four-session course, we will explore the meteoric rise of American chattel slavery from 1619-1861 through economic, historical, legal, political, religious and scientific lenses provided in the book 400 Souls, edited by Ibram Kendi and Keisha Blain. We will then apply these lenses to increase our understanding of the current racially polarized historical moment. […]
The BLAST! (Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training) program provides training in First Aid, in household safety, and some fundamentals of childcare. In addition, this course helps prepare children to interview for a babysitting job, select safe and suitable games and activities, prevent accidents, and begin babysitting safely and competently. We will cover choking prevention and […]
College requires a whole new level of Executive Function – this program will help you, the parent, understand the various executive function demands placed on college students, and give you tools to help your child develop those skills. We will review some of the more common executive function demands such as: * Managing their time […]
Ice dams, uneven heating throughout your home, icicles and high energy bills can be symptoms of an imperfect thermal envelope in your home. Not sure what that is? Every home has one, and we’ll discuss how to identify and improve yours. From simple steps like caulking and weatherstripping to more involved projects such as air […]
For the first time in 3+ years, professional singer & opera maven Andy Papas will guide students in exploring 4 unique early music operas in this edition of Opera Express. Specific conversations about Baroque style, performance practices, characters, and themes will allow participants to gain an understanding of the operatic landscape in the time of […]
This full-length practice test provides students with the opportunity to sit for a low-stakes test in a simulated Test Day environment. In addition to the valuable practice, students will receive comprehensive score reports that will help them to understand their test performance and make a well-informed decision as to whether the SAT or the ACT […]
Fall is here – it’s a perfect time to exercise outdoors! We’ll explore local trails while getting a moderate workout. Come prepared to break a sweat and get your heart rate up while we hike 4-5 miles in each two-hour session. Light hiking boots recommended; walking poles suggested for those wanting additional support and an […]
Are you ready to “cut the cable?” Watching TV has changed over the last 20 years. Now you can choose from hundreds of channels, watch TV on just about any electronic device anytime, anywhere! This short course will walk you through all the ways you can to watch your favorite shows: traditional cable, over the […]
Stay ahead of the curve with our Digital SAT Practice Test! As the SAT embraces a digital format for the first time during the October PSAT and March SAT, students can prepare for this experience by taking a practice test in a low-stakes, simulated Test Day environment that fosters familiarity and confidence. Our detailed score […]
This is a class that allows you to experience two distinct techniques and media. Each class will begin with an explanation and demonstration. The first 3 weeks we'll focus on painting in the negative. Building under layers and seeing how patterns and movement emerge. We’ll ultimately paint landscapes and flowers seeing how they are revealed […]
