Frequently Asked Questions
What classes do you offer?
- Drawing I and II
- Watercolor I and II
- Chorus: The Jungle Book
- General Music
- Public Speaking I and II
Is this a one year program?
More like 3/4 of a year. We meet every other Monday afternoon for 18 weeks.
Is there an additional supplies fee?
Most classroom supplies are included in your class fees. The only exceptions being art pads for drawing and watercolor and an instrument for General Music.
Do we have to home educate in order to take classes?
Classes are offered during traditional school hours which makes it prohibitive to non-homeschoolers, but an after-school program is certainly a possible.
Do we have to purchase the accompanying curriculum?
No. The guides offer the grammar, definitions and ideas to practice what has been learned in class but they are not required. The guide has been created to facilitate deeper discussion with your student.
What age students do you offer courses for?
Ages five to eighteen. The learning styles are vastly different between younger students and teens that we split off our older student's into their own group.
Can high school students earn credit for these classes?
Yes. If they only take what they have done in class it would be 1/4 credit but with a little effort at home it can easily be a 1/2 to whole credit and even honors. Ask for further details.
How many students per class?
In the all-age, large group classes, such as chorus and drama, the number will be limited according to space and mom-assistants.
In the age-divided classes we limit our numbers to between 8 to 12 students according to the age and maturity of the group. More students are admitted to the older aged groups and less to the younger aged groups.
How do I hold a spot for my chil(ren)?
Go to the Registration page, fill out what course you would like and send in with your registration fee per child. This will hold your chosen classes until one month prior to the beginning of classes when final fees are due.
Is this refundable should our plans change?
The Registration Fees are not refundable but we will refund your class fees as long as your decision to drop classes occurs one month prior to the first class- July 13, 2012.
Do we have to pay for missed classes?
Yes, we must be able to commit to paying our instructors for the full year.
Do we have to pay for classes up front?
Yes. If we cannot commit to paying our instructors their expected pay each week, we cannot expect their committment to us to remain strong.
Do we have to participate in all courses?
No.
Are there any recitals?
We end each year with a celebration that allows your children to demonstrate what they’ve accomplished during the year through performance and/or exhibition.
What if I wish to direct a program in my city/town?
Contact me. I would be pleased to help you get started. (LINK).
Is this a drop off program?
That is up to you.
What do the moms do?
This varies from mom to mom. Some take the courses alongside their child(ren), while others relax, read, play with younger siblings, go exercise, run errands or any combination from week to week. It is a very safe, relaxed and peaceful setting and we encourage the parent to do what they feel comfortable doing.