CPHE - Eagles' Wings Fall 2012 Semester Class Descriptions
Orientation: August 30th, 2012
First Class: September 6th, 2012
No class: November 22nd, 2012
Last Class: December 6th, 2012
Showcase: December 11th, 2012
Eagles' Wings registration is staggered and will open as indicated by the schedule below:
2012 Fall Semester Teachers: March 22nd, 2012
Current Alumni: March 29th, 2012
Past Alumni: April 5th, 2012
Open Registration: April 20th, 2012
Registration closes: May 19th, 2012. Registration will close at midnight.
If you have any questions, please contact the committee at eagleswings@cphecorp.org
Registration Fees:
A registration fee shall be charged per family per semester. The registration fee is the same regardless of the number of classes taken and/or number of children in the family. The registration fee is in addition to class fees which are charged to cover the supplies purchased for each class. The registration fee for teachers with students in Eagles' Wings is $15 per semester. The registration fee for all others is $30 per semester.
Other Registration Information
Before enrolling, first time families are required to meet with a committee member. Please email eagleswings@cphecorp.org to arrange this meeting. This meeting can be in person or via the phone.
Showcase is very much a part of Eagles' Wings. Classes often have displays and/or on stage presentations and it is important for the students to participate in Showcase. Their teachers and classmates depend on everyone participating. When registering for the classes, please also plan on being at the CPHE Spring Showcase on December 11th, 2012. Showcase begins at 7:00 pm, but some classes have rehearsal earlier that day. Please mark your calendars now for participation in this event.
If you have any questions, please contact the committee at eagleswings@cphecorp.org.
Nursery
The Nursery is for the youngest of our member families who are not ready for a formal classroom setting. Please make sure that diaper bags, sippy cups, pacifiers, etc are labeled. This helps the nursery workers take care of these precious ones.
Third hour in the nursery will be a 'quiet' hour. A quiet video will be turned on and the children will be encouraged to sit and/or lay quietly. Special blankets, toys, etc. that will help your child are welcome. Fee $1
Hatchlings (Pre-K to K)
(Pre-K to K; minimum age 3 by the beginning of the semester)
All Creatures Great and Small, Teacher : Mrs. Bishop, Fee $3
This class will learn about different animals each week using songs, crafts and more. Various live animals will visit throughout the semester.
Bible stories for Hatchlings, Teacher : Mrs. Jenkins, Fee $5
Come join in on the fun! Students will enjoy Bible Stories from the New and Old Testaments. The class will enjoy songs, crafts, puzzles and games.
Class Minimum:2
Fun Games, Teacher : Mrs. Miner, Fee : $ 3
This class will learn and play games that groups of children have learned and enjoyed through the years. Which games are learned will depend on how old and how many students enroll in the class, as well as the weather conditions. We'll also work on related skills. The object of the class is for the children to learn some games, and related skills and have fun all while using their large muscles!
***VERY IMPORTANT**
SPECIAL DRESS CODE FOR THE STUDENTS IN THIS CLASS
Students must wear tennis shoes or some other full shoe that grip on bottom. No sandals or other open toe shoes allowed. Also, we'll go outside whenever we can, so jackets, coats, gloves, hats need to be brought on colder days.
Class Minimum : 2; Class Maximum : 12
Stickers, Stamps, & Scribbles, Teacher: Mrs. Lyles, Fee: $10
Students will have fun at various work stations, which may include using stickers, stamping, coloring, beading, educational videos, audio books and more.
Class Minimum: 2, class Maximum: 15
Wee Sing for the King, Teachers : Mrs. Dickey & Mrs. Lentine, Fee $3
Calling all you vocal Hatchlings and Fledglings, come join us as we learn new songs, some with movements, in a group setting. We'll work on some very basic music theory, memorizing and learning to sing together as one choir. All of our hard work will come together in December 2012 when the children perform at the CPHE Showcase. It should be quite the performance!
Class Minimum:4
Fledglings (K-3rd grade)
(K-3rd grade; minimum age of 5 by the beginning of the semester)
A Rainforest Adventure, Teacher : Mrs. Lynn, Fee $8
This class will be exploring the layers of the forest, animals and so on. Activities may include listening to books, making crafts, coloring pages and worksheets and lap-book. Children must be able to listen, follow directions, sit still, and be willing to do the work for the class.
Class Minimum: 3 , Class Maximum: 12
American Super Heroes, Teacher: Mrs. Duston, Fee: $ 8
Each week the class will study one historical figure from our American history. Through stories, activities, quotes and crafts, the class will learn about some fun facts about our true American Super Heroes.
This class WILL have homework. Students will be expected to work on the quotes assigned. No more than a few minutes a day.
Students should be able to sit and listen attentively, and need to be able to follow directions.
Class Maximum: 12
Bible stories for Fledglings, Teacher : Mrs. Jenkins, Fee $5
Come join in on the fun! Students will enjoy Bible Stories from the New and Old Testaments. The class will enjoy songs, crafts, puzzles and games.
Class Minimum:2
Crazy Concoctions, Teacher : Mrs. Lyles, Fee : $10
Come and play with cool concoctions made from common household items. Students must be able to listen and follow directions.
Full
Supplies : Students will need an old shirt or smock to wear during class and a pair of safety glasses. Please label both.
Class Minimum: 2, class Maximum: 12
Exploring Science , Teacher : Mrs. Lynn, Fee $10
This class will be exploring various scientific concepts. Activities may include listening to books, DVD's, making crafts, coloring pages and worksheets.
Full
Children must be able to listen, follow directions, sit still, and be willing to do the work for the class.
Class Minimum: 3 , Class Maximum: 12
Wee Sing for the King, Teachers : Mrs. Dickey & Mrs. Lentine, Fee $3
Calling all you vocal Hatchlings and Fledglings, come join us as we learn new songs, some with movements, in a group setting. We'll work on some very basic music theory, memorizing and learning to sing together as one choir. All of our hard work will come together in December 2012 when the children perform at the CPHE Showcase. It should be quite the performance!
Class Minimum:4 , Class Maximum: 15
Ye Ol' Games, Teachers Mrs. Duston & Mrs. Jenkins, Fee $5
This class will learn and play games that groups of children have learned and enjoyed through the years. We'll also work on related skills. The object of the class is for the children to learn some games, related skills and have fun all while using their large muscles! Also, we'll go outside from time to time, so jackets, coats, gloves, & hats need to be brought on colder days.
***VERY IMPORTANT**
SPECIAL DRESS CODE FOR THE STUDENTS IN THIS CLASS -
NO SHORTS ALLOWED. Shirts MUST be able to be tucked in and stay in even when stretching. Girls wearing skirts MUST wear pants or leggings under skirt. If appropriate clothing is not worn, participation will not be allowed that day. No sleeveless shirts. Students must also wear tennis shoes or some other full shoe that grip on bottom. No sandals or other open toe shoes allowed. Also, we'll go outside whenever we can, so jackets, coats, gloves, hats need to be brought on colder days.
Study Hall, Fee $1
Students in the study hall will bring quiet work to do with them for the duration of the study period. Any student who fails to do so will be assigned work to do by the teacher monitoring the study hall.
Eaglets (3rd-7th grade)
(3rd-7th grade; minimum age of 8 by the beginning of semester)
ASL Eaglets, Teacher :Mrs. Aldrich, Fee : $15 PER FAMILY
Cost includes a sign language book each family will keep. We will cover basic vocabulary and some introductory grammar. Students will be taught signs. This class WILL have homework. Students will be expected to practice the signs they learn in class. No more than a few minutes a day.
Class Minimum: 5 , Class Maximum: 15
Corps of Discovery, Teacher : Mrs. Lynn, Fee $8
Come along on the Corps of Discovery with Lewis and Clark! We will begin in St. Louis and travel to Fort Clapsop on the Columbian River. This class will be reading books and diaries, making crafts and a lap-book about the journey.
Please make sure that your child understands that bad things happened along the way. The goal is to make this a realistic learning experience, but it is just pretend!
Class Minimum :3 , Class Maximum : 12
Eaglets Art, Teacher : Mrs. B. Duston, Fee : $5
This class will study perspective, design rules, work on increasing drawing skills, and study an artist or two. This class will be doing a variety of art projects : drawing, painting, and some cut paperwork. There may be some homework required.
Full
Student Supplies : Paints, brushes, pencils, kneaded erasers, sketch pad.
Entrance requirement Students should turn 9 years old before or during the semester.
Class Minimum: 6 , Class Maximum: 12
Sing for the King, Teachers : Mrs. Dickey & Mrs. Lentine, Fee $7
For our Eaglets vocalists , here's your opportunity to practice singing with others. This semester we'll focus on some basic music theory, blending, enunciation, and more. Soloists and/or duets may be needed, but only on a volunteer basis. The group will perform on stage at the December 2012 CPHE Showcase. Performance attire for the Showcase is requested: Boys should wear a white dress shirt or polo with black pants. Girls should wear a white blouse and black skirt. Skirts must come below the knee while the student is seated.
Class Minimum:4 , Class Maximum: 15
Famous Americans, Teacher : Mrs. A. Duston, Fee $8
Each week the class will study one historical figure from our American history. Through stories, activities, quotes and crafts, the class will learn about some fun facts about some of our famous Americans
This class WILL have homework. Students will be expected to work on the quotes assigned. No more than a few minutes a day.
Students should be able to sit and listen attentively, and need to be able to follow directions.
Class Maximum: 12
It's All Greek to Me; Teacher :Mrs. Duston, Fee : $5
Yiasas! and welcome to this very elementary dabble in modern Greek. Using a variety of activities, and keeping it fun, students will learn some very basic modern Greek words and phrases, the modern Greek alphabet, and a bit about the culture and history of the Greeks.
This class WILL have homework. Students will be expected to practice the words and phrases they learn in class. No more than a few minutes a day.
Supplies : 3 ringed binder to keep handouts in and lined paper to take notes.
Knitting : Slippers 101; Teacher : Mrs. Oswald, Fee $ 6
This class will work on one project, that of the slipper. This project requires knitting & purling, both of which will be covered in the class. This is very basic 'stuff', so beginners aged 10 and up, are welcome, as well as any aged Eaglets or Eagles who already knows how to knit.
Class Minimum: 2 , Class Maximum: 9
P.E. - Mr. New Cost : $5
In this class, students who enjoy physical activities will learn to play individual and team games as well as stretches.
***VERY IMPORTANT**
SPECIAL DRESS CODE FOR THE STUDENTS IN THIS CLASS -
NO SHORTS ALLOWED. Shirts MUST be able to be tucked in and stay in even when stretching. Girls wearing skirts MUST wear pants or leggings under skirt. If appropriate clothing is not worn, participation will not be allowed that day. No sleeveless shirts. Students must also wear tennis shoes or some other full shoe that grip on bottom. No sandals or other open toe shoes allowed. Also, we'll go outside whenever we can, so jackets, coats, gloves, hats need to be brought on colder days.
Class Minimum: 10, Class Maximum: 20
Study Hall, Fee $1
Students in the study hall will bring quiet work to do with them for the duration of the study period. Any student who fails to do so will be assigned work to do by the teacher monitoring the study hall.
Eagles (7th-12th grade)
(7th-12th grade; minimum age of 12 by the beginning of the semester)
ASL Eagles, Teacher :Mrs. Aldrich, Fee : $15 PER FAMILY
Cost includes a sign language book each family will keep. We will cover basic vocabulary and some introductory grammar. Students will be taught signs. This class WILL have homework. Students will be expected to practice the signs they learn in class. No more than a few minutes a day.
Class Minimum: 5, Class Maximum: 15
Corps of Discovery, Teacher : Mrs. Lynn, Fee $8
Come along on the Corps of Discovery with Lewis and Clark! We will begin in St. Louis and travel to Fort Clapsop on the Columbian River. This class will be reading books and diaries, making crafts and a lap-book about the journey.
Please make sure that your child understands that bad things happened along the way. The goal is to make this a realistic learning experience, but it is just pretend!
Class Minimum :3 , Class Maximum : 12
Drama, Teacher : Mr. Lentine, Fee $1
Students must be able to memorize parts (there will be smaller parts as well). Students in this class will work on some skits and will select some of them for showcase. Class activities may consist of drama and improvisation games, working on skits, sets, and costumes. This class may have a make up artist as a guest.
Homework will be required in the form of memorizing lines.
Supplies required are a 3-ring binder, pens, and pencils.
Eagles Art, Teacher : Mrs. B. Duston, Fee $10
This class will study design rules, increase drawing skills, and study of an artist or two. The class will be doing a variety of art projects : drawing, painting more printing, and some paper sculpture. There might be some homework during the semester.
Full
Student supplies : Paints, brushes, pencils, kneaded erasers and sketch pad.
Class Minimum: 6 , Class Maximum: 8
Heavenly Harmonies, Teachers : Mrs. Dickey & Mrs. Lentine, Fee $7
In this course, we'll take all interested Eagles singers and work on more advanced music theory and blending, with a focus on learning parts and utilizing harmonies. Soloists and/or duets may be needed, but only on a volunteer basis. Students will help choose the piece(s) that will be performed on stage at the December 2012 CPHE Showcase. Performance attire for the Showcase is requested: Boys should wear a white dress shirt or polo with black pants. Girls should wear a white blouse and black skirt. Skirts must come below the knee while the student is seated.
Class Minimum:4 , Class Maximum: 15
Knitting : Slippers 101; Teacher : Mrs. Oswald, Fee $6
This class will work on one project, that of the slipper. This project requires knitting & purling, both of which will be covered in the class. This is very basic 'stuff', so beginners aged 10 and up, are welcome, as well as any Eaglets or Eagles who already knows how to knit.
Class Minimum: 2 , Class Maximum: 9
P.E. - Mr. New Cost : $5
In this class, students who enjoy physical activities will learn to play individual and team games as well as stretches.
***VERY IMPORTANT**
SPECIAL DRESS CODE FOR THE STUDENTS IN THIS CLASS -
NO SHORTS ALLOWED. Shirts MUST be able to be tucked in and stay in even when stretching. Girls wearing skirts MUST wear pants or leggings under skirt. If appropriate clothing is not worn, participation will not be allowed that day. No sleeveless shirts. Students must also wear tennis shoes or some other full shoe that grip on bottom. No sandals or other open toe shoes allowed. Also, we'll go outside whenever we can, so jackets, coats, gloves, hats need to be brought on colder days.
Class Minimum: 10, Class Maximum: 20
Study Hall, Fee $1
Students in the study hall will bring quiet work to do with them for the duration of the study period. Any student who fails to do so will be assigned work to do by the teacher monitoring the study hall.