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Spring 2011 Semester

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North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry Workshops119 Monticello RoadWeaverville, NC

Dear Prospective Workshop Family,

Thank you for the interest you have shown in North Point Workshops. Our organization is made up of Christian families who support one another in their efforts to educate their children at home. Our support group and Workshop program are open to all area homeschoolers. Workshop instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-church members. New families are very welcome and included as space is available. All Workshop participants must join North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry support group. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

It is important for you to note that North Point Workshops are a true co-op. Parents are required to serve two hours in one of the following areas: lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery assistant, preschool assistant, or floater. Parents have the option of using the hour as personal time, but must remain on the church campus. Other than a small registration fee, all of our Workshops are free or materials costs only, as our instructors volunteer their time and talents. To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child.

If you choose to attend our Workshops, please read all the information contained in the handbook and keep it in a safe place.

Enclosed you will find our Spring 2011 Workshop information. This information contains: the Spring Schedule with registration information, our Purpose Statement, Guidelines, Policies and Procedures, Statement of Faith, Workshop Descriptions, Instructor Bios, as well as the forms necessary for registration. In your information packet, the Family Application is first. Please fill this out completely. The Parent Agreement and Student Agreement forms are next. Please go over all Policies and Guidelines with your children and then have them sign these forms. All children in your family can sign the same copy of the agreement.

The Workshop Request is next. These need to be filled out with the classes that each child desires to take. Since we can not guarantee that all classes will still have space available when filling out your forms, all money totals from these forms will be transferred to the Payment Form on registration day, added, and a check made payable to North Point Homeschool Ministry for the total that day. New member registration must be done in person on Friday, December 3, 2010, 10-12pm at North Point Baptist Church’s Weekday Ministries Building at 119 Monticello Rd., Weaverville.

Families returning to the Workshop program from the Fall 2010 semester need only fill out the Workshop Request, Membership Form, Payment Form, Student and Parent Agreements.

We're looking forward to having a great spring semester of North Point Workshops and hope you will join us! May the Lord bless your homeschooling!

Sincerely,Kristi BaileyNorth Point Workshops Administrator

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Spring 2011 CalendarRegistration for NPBHM members** Friday, November 13, 2010, 4-5pm

Registration for non-members** Friday, December 3, 2010, 10-12pm

All Registrations will take place at: North Point Baptist Weekday Ministry Building119 Monticello RoadWeaverville, NC

First Day of Workshops Friday, February 4, 2011Last Day of Workshops for Fall Semester Friday, May 6, 2011

Registration InformationOur volunteer instructors receive first preference in enrolling their children. Homeschool ministry members who are members of North Point Baptist Church receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by homeschool ministry members who are not church members. Non-members are very welcome and included as space is available. To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment for members must be done on member registration day(s). Non-member registration must be done in person by a parent or legal guardian of the participating child on the scheduled non-member registration date for a given semester. ALL fees MUST be paid at the time of registration .

**Workshop registration packets must be printed prior to registration dates from our web sitehttp://northpointbaptist.org/Homeschool.html . All paperwork must be read and filled out BEFORE registration. **

Inclement Weather PolicyNorth Point Workshops will make determinations about closings due to weather conditions by 11:00 a.m. on Workshop days. Workshop participants will be placed on an e-mail loop which will be our main means of communication. Please check your e-mail after 11:00 a.m. on Workshop days for any special notices about bad weather.

Who to contact if you have questions:

Workshop Administrator Kristi Bailey [email protected]

Assistant Administrator Andrea Clark [email protected]

Nursery through age 2 Coordinator Amy Castellani [email protected]

Preschool Coordinator Amanda Blanton [email protected]

Lower Elementary Coordinator Monica Cook (336) [email protected]

Upper Elementary Coordinator Corinne Ptak [email protected]

Jr. /Sr. High Coordinator Anitta Charlson [email protected]

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Workshops OverviewAs homeschool parents, we feel that God has called and enabled us to homeschool our children. We feel that cooperatively we can provide enrichment opportunities that may not be possible on our own. North Point Workshops is a co-op that meets weekly on Friday afternoons from 12:30 to 3:40pm at North Point Baptist Church’s Weekday Ministries Building, 119 Monticello Rd., Weaverville. Our calendar year is broken down into two semesters. The fall semester is: August - November and the spring semester is January - April. Our Homeschool Ministry support group and Workshop program are open to all area homeschoolers. Workshop instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-church members. New families are very welcome and included as space is available All Workshop participants must join North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry support group. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Our Workshops begin with an optional BYO lunch at noon. All families must arrive at 12:30 p.m. to help with the set up necessary for Workshops. All Workshop classes begin at 12:45 p.m. Lower Elementary Workshops (K-2nd grades), Upper Elementary Workshops (3rd-5th grades), and Junior High Workshops (6th-8th grades) and Senior High Workshops (9th -12th grades) are divided into three 55 minute blocks. Parents are required to serve at least two hours in one of the following areas: lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery/preschool assistant, or floater. Parents have the option of using the other hour as personal time, but must remain on the church campus the entire time Workshops are in session . In addition, all families will be assigned cleaning duties each week to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions and are required to remain after Workshops to complete them. Since we are a true co-op and not a drop off educational program, you must choose to sign up for all 3 class periods offered in order to participate in the co-op. This is to ease the difficulty in assigning volunteer hours. (Please note exception below for Sr. High level students only.)

All groups offered are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only. The groups offered vary from semester to semester, and are determined by the willingness of group members to lead. Members lead most of the groups; however, we also have people who volunteer their time and talents to lead.

All families who participate in North Point Workshops must join the support group. Support group membership is $20.00 per family per year. In addition, there is a workshop registration fee of $10.00 per family per semester. Some classes may have fees to cover material costs. Registration fees and materials fees are nonrefundable.

Purpose StatementThe purpose of North Point Workshops is to provide high quality, academically challenging, spiritually uplifting enrichment workshops to supplement, support, encourage, but not replace, what is being learned at home. The spiritual objective of North Point Workshops is to provide a learning environment which supports and encourages Christian faith and discipleship.

Guidelines, Policies and ProceduresNorth Point Workshops are a part of North Point Baptist Church’s Homeschool Ministry (NPBHM). Membership in the homeschool ministry is required to participate in the Workshop program.

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Parent/Student ParticipationIt is extremely important to remember that North Point Workshops are a cooperative effort on the part of parents, their children, and instructors. We will not continue to exist if one of these elements is missing.

Parents should read and be in agreement with the Purpose Statement, Guidelines, and Policies and Procedures for the Workshops Program.

As a true co-op, Workshop participants are REQUIRED to take part in the entire program; all three Workshop periods. This is necessary to facilitate proper volunteer staffing. (Please note exception below for Sr. High level students only.)

A parent is required to remain in the building THE ENTIRE TIME their child is present at the Workshops regardless of the age of the child. (Parents with a strong need to co-op with another family can present this need to the Workshop Administrator or Assistant Administrator IN WRITING **PRIOR** to registration. These requests will be considered on an individual basis).

Sr. High Parent/Student ParticipationDue to demanding schedules at this level, Sr. High students ONLY may choose to take one, two or three classes. Parents are still required to remain in the building the entire time their child is present at Workshops. Parents will still be assigned volunteer hours; one hour for each class taken, with a maximum of two hours for volunteering.

AbsencesChildren are responsible for attending each workshop for which they are registered. (Even if there is no charge for the workshop, the instructor has made a commitment and has spent time preparing for each student who is registered.) Adult absences of teachers, assistant teachers, etc. must be reported to the Volunteer Coordinator as soon as possible. Parents are asked to please notify instructors of their children’s absence. THREE absences, without valid excuses, will result in not being permitted to register for the next semester’s Workshops. Please view your participation in Workshops as a commitment and plan to attend all sessions if at all possible.

Tardy PolicyAll families must arrive at 12:30 p.m. to help with the set up necessary for Workshops. There will be a sign–in sheet as you enter to ensure a prompt arrival time and families arriving after 12:30 p.m. will be considered tardy. Three or more unexcused tardies during the semester will result in not being permitted to register for the next semester's Workshops.

RegistrationOur volunteer instructors are given first preference in enrolling their children. North Point Baptist Church members receive priority enrollment in our Workshop program. Enrollment for members must be done in person on the designated registration session(s) for members. Non- member parents must attend the non-member registration session. Workshop registration packets must be printed from the web site prior to registration day to speed the process. All paperwork must be read and filled out prior to registration. ALL fee payments must be made at the time of registration. ALL registrations must be done in person by a parent or legal guardian of the participating child on the scheduled registration date for a given semester. *Please note: There will be no workshop registrations excepted after Friday, December 3 rd .*

Schedule ChangesYou will have a one-week grace period after the final registration in which to make changes to your child’s schedule.During this grace period, you must contact the Workshops Administrator to make schedule changes pending availability.After this grace period, any request to make changes to your child’s schedule must be submitted in writing to the Workshop Administrator for evaluation.

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Leaving WorkshopsPlease be sure of your commitment to attend Workshops prior to signing up. Teachers have voluntarily worked very hard to prepare the coursework for the number of students registered. If you choose to leave the Workshops at any point during the semester no fees will be refunded, and you will be charged a $25 withdrawal fee.

Age DivisionsAll groups offered are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only.

Therefore all age divisions will be strictly adhered to: Nursery (baby – 2 years old), Preschool (3-5 years old), Lower Elementary (traditional ages for K-2nd grades), Upper Elementary (traditional ages for 3rd -5th grades), Jr. High (traditional ages for 6th -8th grades), and Sr. High (traditional ages for 9th -12th grades). To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child.

VolunteeringAs a true co-op, at the time of registration, parents will be required to sign up to help each week in one or more areas of Workshops as needed. Two hours of “volunteer” work will be required per week. “Volunteer” work includes but is not limited to lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery/preschool assistant, or being a floater.

In addition, all families will be assigned cleaning duties each week to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions and are required to remain after Workshops to complete them.

Due to the amount of work involved in making the Workshops run smoothly, we ask that whenever needed, parents be available to cheerfully help with other responsibilities that will arise from week to week. This may include but is not limited to extra cleaning duties, teaching a different class, and helping out during your free period.

(Please note exception above for Sr. High level students only.)

Discipline and Student ConductAll students will be held responsible for their actions and shall conduct themselves in keeping with their level of maturity, showing regard for established authority and the rights and welfare of others. We ask that students seek excellence, be honest, use clean speech, and be courteous and kind to all.

North Point Workshop members and their children are asked to adhere to the following standards when attendingWorkshops: Parents should monitor their children’s behavior at all times. Appropriate disciplinary measures should

be taken, when needed, privately. Uncooperative or disruptive children should be removed from activities.

Respect for and obedience to authority is expected. In the case of disciplinary problems during a given class period the following should be considered

standard procedure:1. Child is given a verbal warning by instructor which will be documented, signed, and put on file.2. If unacceptable behavior persists, the instructor steps outside the classroom with the child to

pray about his/her behavior. As soon as practical, one of the class monitors should notify the Workshop Coordinator that this action has been taken so that the parent may be apprised of the situation then it will be documented, signed, and put on file.

3. If unacceptable behavior continues to persist, the child will be dismissed from that class period. The class volunteer or instructor will accompany the child to his/her parent. If there is dismissal from class on three occasions, they will be required to remain with their parent during all

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Workshop periods. If unacceptable behavior continues, they shall be suspended from all Workshops for the remainder of the semester. In such case, no fees will be refunded. Participation in future Workshops will be on a probationary basis with conditions as determined by the North Point Leadership Team.

4. Parents must be willing to allow instructors to discipline their children according to the procedures outlined above and must be willing to abide by the instructor’s decision to dismiss their children from the workshop if the instructor deems it necessary.

Each child attending Workshops must be accompanied by a parent or designated chaperone that must remain on site for the entire time during Workshops.

Clothing must be modest, clean and neat. Appropriate dress for P.E. (if provided) is fingertip-length shorts that are not body conforming, along with loose-fitting t-shirts. Appropriate dress for classes is as follows: Please do not wear tank tops, strap tops, halter tops, "muscle" shirts, etc. or any short, body conforming shirts. A blouse or dress will be considered as having a strap top if the shoulders are less than 3" wide. Midriff (short) blouses may not be worn. Necklines must be modest. Pants or shorts must be worn at or near the waistline and not be tight fitting. Any shorts, skirts or dresses worn should be at least finger-tip length.

Unusual attire associated with immoral or improper ideas is unacceptable. Symbols or logos that communicate anti-Christian messages are unacceptable on clothing, jewelry, and other accessories. While we realize that a person's attire is not indicative of their spiritual worthiness, God's Word does give us standards of both dress and conduct (1 Tim. 2:9; 4:8, 12, 15-16; I Peter 2:12, 3:3-4).

Any student found with possession of any type of firearm, knife, tobacco, alcohol, or drugs will be asked to leave the premises immediately and proper authorities will be notified. Any such possession will result in immediate and permanent suspension from further participation in North Point Workshops without fee refund.

Unity is essential to meeting our purpose of honoring Christ. If anyone within the group or workshop staff offends you, or you have a concern with anything within our group, please follow the example outlined in Matthew 18:15-17. Please do not allow Satan to use disagreements as an opportunity to divide us.

Security and Safety PolicyDue to the location of our Weekday Ministry Building, at 12:30pm we will be locking the front and side doors to the building. If you are running late, please call our Assistant Administrator: Andrea Clark @ 776-1520 to let her know you are on your way. Children of all ages must have an adult present outside while on the playground.Children of all ages may not walk across the street alone. Parents need to get snacks/drinks before or after co-op

Guideline and Policy ViolationsAny parent or child who is found to be in violation of any of the Workshop policies and/or guidelines will receive one verbal warning. Another violation may result in dismissal from Workshops on that day. A third offense may result in suspension from all Workshops for the remainder of the semester. In such case, no fees will be refunded.Participation in future Workshops will be on a probationary basis with conditions as determined by the North Point Workshop Administrator.

CommunicationWorkshop participants will be placed on an e-mail loop which will be our main means of communication. Members are responsible for reading their e-mails to learn important announcements related to the Workshops. If technical problems occur, please let the administrators know so that telephone arrangements can be made.

Homeschool Ministry Statement of FaithWe believe that the Bible as originally given is in its entirety the word of God verbally inspired and wholly without error in all that it declares and, therefore, is the supreme and final authority of faith and life (2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21).

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We believe God is the one Being Who eternally exists as three Persons -- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All of the Persons are equal in power and glory (Matthew 3:16-17; 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14).

We believe Jesus Christ is fully God and man (John 1:1, 4), born of a virgin (Matthew 1:18), and sinless in His life (Hebrews 4:15). He died vicariously on the cross as a substitution for sinful men (Hebrews 9:15). He rose bodily from the grave (John 20:1-9, 24-31; Acts 2:24), and now reigns with the Father (Acts 2:33; Hebrews 10:12). He will return visibly and personally to the earth both in salvation and judgment (Matthew 24:30, Acts 1:11, Hebrews 9:28).

We believe all humans are sinful by nature (Romans 3:23; 5:12) and can only be forgiven by the expression of trust in Jesus as Savior (John 3:16) brought about by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit (Titus 3:5-7).

We believe in the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit by Whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life (Romans 8:1-17).

FamilyWe believe that the family is the basic governmental, social and spiritual unit created by God. In it the child gradually learns self-government, social relationships, and develops a relationship to the Creator and Savior (Ephesians 6:1-3;Colossians 3:20). Children, from the moment of conception, are a blessing and heritage from the Lord. Parents are to demonstrate to their children God's pattern for marriage. Parents are to teach their children spiritual and moral values and to lead them, through consistent lifestyle example and loving discipline, to make choices based on biblical truth. Children are to honor and obey their parents.

We understand family to mean one male and one female parent with one or more children all related by the institution of marriage, though we recognize the exception of a single parent.

We reject homosexual marriages or homosexual orientation because it is contrary to Scripture and the intentions of God in Creation (Romans 1:18-32). As well, we reject transitory co-habitational relationships as being equally in violation of God's laws and incapable of providing long-term nurture and instruction needed by children as commanded by God (Ephesians 6:4, Colossians 3:21). In view of this, no homosexual or merely co-habitating "parents" are eligible for membership of NPBHM.

Parental Rights and Responsibilities in EducationWe believe the ultimate responsibility for education of children belongs to parents (Deuteronomy 4:9; 4:14, 6:1-25;Ephesians 6:4). Thus, we believe this is an inalienable right given by God which the State can neither create, destroy, nor alter. Parents may allow another to teach some of the cognitive information that children need to know, but all education must be under the control and supervision of the parents.

We believe education in the home to be the best form of education, but we recognize that many parents may choose not to educate at home for valid reasons and we support the right of parents to direct the education of their children in ways other than home schooling.

Nature of EducationWe believe that all education is religious in nature since one's view of the world and life inevitably is involved in teaching (Proverbs 2:1-8, 3:1-2, 6:20-23; Matthew 28:18-20). Every discipline of knowledge, whether it be subjects such as mathematics, science, or history, will have as its final reference point a theistic or humanistic view of reality (Colossians1:15-20, 2:8-15), and there is no neutral academic discipline.

Thus, we believe that all social, physical and cognitive knowledge should have as its beginning the fear of God and as its end the Glory of God (Proverbs 1:7; Romans 11:33-36).

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Spring 2011 Workshop Descriptions

Nursery/Babies (All Three Periods)Care for your young children during workshops. Staffed by Workshop parents.

Cost: $10 (total for all three periods)Class Size: Min 5/ Max 10

2 Year Old Class (All Three Periods)Instructors: Angela Casteel, Shelia Walden & Amy Castellani

Children will enjoy a wide range of sensory stimulation activities such as arts, crafts, music, and games.

Cost: $10 (total for all three periods of the 2 year old class)Class size: Min 5/ Max 10

Preschool (3–5 year olds) 1 st Period

Letters, Shapes & CraftsInstructors: Heather Bullman & TBA

Preschool (3-5 year olds) 2 nd Period

Storytime, Language Arts/Phonics, Numbers & Bible Story Instructors: Amanda Blanton & Heather Bullman

Preschool (3-5 year olds) 3 rd Period

Music, Art & ScienceInstructors: Amanda Blanton & TBAMaterials to bring: Pencil box clearly labeled with your child’s name with the following: scissors, glue sticks, pencils and crayons

Cost: $15 (total for all three periods of preschool)Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Lower Elementary (K-2 nd grades) 1 st Period

Art (This class is FULL!)Instructor: Jennifer WarnerDoes your child enjoy using his/her hands and creating things? Hold onto your seat, as we travel back and forth through time creating art in various forms. Art takes creativity and time so our projects will not be rushed. We may also get a little messy from time to time so take note below.

Materials to bring: In order to allow your child the time to complete a project in his/her time frame…please have the following items in his/her labeled pencil box: a bottle of liquid glue, glue stick, watercolor paints, markers, crayons, colored pencils, and a smock/old shirt

Cost: $15Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Five In A Row Instructors: Amy Castellani & Kerry Ann Foster

Five in a Row provides a unit study approach to early education based on exceptional, classic works of children's literature. Each unit explores a book and combines Social Studies, Art, Math, and Science in a way that is fun and exciting. Come explore with us fun books and activities to go along.

Materials to bring: 1“three ring binder, colored pencils, pencils, glue sticks, and scissors


Lower Elementary (K-2 nd grades) 2 nd Period

Experimental ScienceInstructor: Joy AllenYour child will be doing a lot of hands-on learning. We will be making super concoctions that are fun and easy and will keep the child's attention. We will have lots of fun!

Materials to bring: pencils, crayons, colored construction paper, and glue


OR (please see next page for other choice)

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Lower Elementary (K-2 nd grades) 2 nd Period *continued*

Nature ClassInstructors: Susannah Richmond & Caroline SammonsWe will be studying the different aspects of nature using hands-on learning activities, art, and science. Children will be encouraged to share with the class their own finds, and to explore the natural world with observation, notebook keeping, and nature crafts.

Materials to bring: pencils, color pencils, and glue sticks


Lower Elementary (K-2 nd grades) 3 rd Period

American Girl- SamanthaInstructors: Kristi Bailey & Andrea Clark We will be studying the American Girl, Samantha. The girls will be studying the time period in history that Samantha and her family lived through. The girls will participate in a tea party each week and will take turns providing the snacks. They will be asked to read or be read to, the Samantha book series and there will be activities each week that go along with the time period. This is a great class for young girls to get to experience being a lady and enjoying learning about how other young ladies lived years ago.

Materials to bring: notebook paper, pencils and a folder


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Boy’s PEInstructors: Vollie Barnwell

Burn lots of energy with structured and exciting play! We will learn the basics and fundamentals of different sports and activities such as: flag football, baseball, nerf ball games, laser tag, wrestling etc.

Materials to wear: comfortable clothing and sneakers


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Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades) 1 st Period

US HistoryInstructor: Trixie Briggs

US History is an amazing, fun and interesting topic to learn. We will cover from Native American history to current events. We plan to learn about times in our young country's history that has shaped us to the nation we are today and to also look at how we, as individuals, can have a hand in shaping the future. Come and explore these times with us.

Materials to bring: lined paper and pencils


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Upper Elementary (4 th & 5 th grades only)

Journalism Instructors: Christy Clements & Amy Cody

Calling all reporters! Come produce the co-op newsletter with us! You’ll learn how to work with other students to come up with ideas for articles, interview individuals, write articles, take photographs, edit, arrange, print and distribute the paper. Be prepared to have lots of fun!

Journalism students will be expected to be able to: • Research/interview (in and out of class) • Write (at home) • Type (at home) • Edit (at home) • Bring work to class on a memory device • Use computer editing software with teacher supervision (in class) The student will be required to compose a minimum of one (1) three-paragraph article on a given topic per issue. In addition to the article, other tasks will be assigned including, but not limited to working alone and with others to create: • Article Topics • Calendars • Classifieds • Cartoons • Jokes • Page layouts

Materials to bring: pencil, pen, a three ring binder with loose-leaf paper, and pocket folder to keep papers in and an electronic memory device (i.e. flash drive or SD Card)

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades) 2 nd Period

Learning with Legos Instructors: Nadine Robinson & Brandy BarnwellCome join us as we explore math and science using legos. Students will be given a challenge each week with time to investigate independently; we will then work together in small groups to solve our challenges. We will also have a chance to build and test some contraptions using wheels, gears, and even motors! This will be a fun class. It is designed to get your kids building, thinking, and working together.

Materials to bring: lego base plate, paper, pencil, and rulerCost: $20Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades)

American Girl- KirstenInstructors: Andrea Clark & Kristi Bailey

We will be studying the American Girl, Kirsten. The girls will be studying the time period in history that Kirsten and her family lived through. The girls will participate in a tea party each week and will take turns providing the snacks. They will be asked to read the Kirsten book series and there will be activities each week that go along with the time period. This is a great class for young girls to get to experience being a lady and enjoying learning about how other young ladies lived years ago.

Materials to bring: notebook paper, pencils and a folder


*Upper Elementary (continued onto next page)*

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Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades) 3 rd Period

Potentially Catastrophic ScienceInstructors: Kerry Ann Foster & Monica CookCalling all daring young scientists! We will be doing experiments that demonstrate the principles behind some of the greatest scientific breakthroughs in human history. We will do experiments that explain the science behind wheels, rockets, microscopes, flight, gunpowder, DNA, electricity and more. By standing on the shoulders of giants, your children will get to catch a glimpse into the character, creativity and determination of great men and women whom God used to explain these principles to the world and their inventions that are now part of our everyday lives.

Materials to bring: 3 ring binder, pencil, colored pencils, apron/smock & goggles


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Nature ClassInstructors: Caroline Sammons & Susannah Richmond

We will be studying the different aspects of nature with hands-on learning activities. We will study through art, science, and outdoor survival skills.

Materials to bring: To be determined


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Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) 1 st Period

JournalismInstructors: Christy Clements & Amy Cody

Calling all reporters! Come produce the co-op newsletter with us! You’ll learn how to work with other students to come up with ideas for articles, interview individuals, write articles, take photographs, edit, arrange, print and distribute the paper. Be prepared to have lots of fun!

Journalism students will be expected to be able to: • Research/interview (in and out of class) • Write (at home) • Type (at home) • Edit (at home) • Bring work to class on a memory device • Use computer editing software with teacher supervision (in class) The student will be required to compose a minimum of one (1) three-paragraph article on a given topic per issue. In addition to the article, other tasks will be assigned including, but not limited to working alone and with others to create: • Article Topics • Calendars • Classifieds • Cartoons • Jokes • Page layouts

Materials to bring: pencil, pen, a three ring binder with loose-leaf paper, and pocket folder to keep papers in and an electronic memory device (i.e. flash drive or SD Card)


*Jr. & Sr. High (continued onto the next page)*

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Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) 2 nd Period

Apologia Exploring Creation with General ScienceInstructors: Anitta Charlson & TBA

**We will work our way through the book over the course of the fall and spring. The students will be provided with a syllabus during the first class.**

What to bring to each class: Students should always bring their Apologia Exploring Creation with General Science textbook, a lab notebook, and a pencil to class. In addition, they will need to check their syllabus and the supplies lists in their textbook and bring the appropriate supplies needed for that week’s lab experiments, unless directed otherwise by their instructor. It is the student’s responsibility to be prepared for class with these supplies! Some experiments may need to be started at home and then brought to class - these are usually noted on the schedule.

Lab notebooks: Lab notebooks should be 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper with enough pages for the experiments for the school year. Students will write a lab summary for each experiment they do, and each one should be on a separate sheet of paper. The name and number of the experiment should be set at the top as the title of the page. A section for ‘data’ should be labeled. This is where the student will write down all the data that was compiled while completing the experiment. After this, a section entitled ‘summary’ should be made. Here the student will write a brief summary report of what was done and what he/she learned during this experiment.

Cost: $10Class size: Min 5/Max 15

Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) 3 rd Period

Art through the AgesInstructor: Corinne PtakDoes your child enjoy using his/her hands and creating things? Hold onto your seat, as we travel back and forth through time creating art in various forms. Art takes creativity and time so our projects will not be rushed. We may also get a little messy from time to time so take note below.

Materials to bring: In order to allow your child the time to complete a project in his/her time frame…please have the following items in his/her labeled pencil box: a bottle of liquid glue, glue stick, watercolor paints, markers, crayons, colored pencils, and a smock/old shirt

I look forward to working with your child(ren) and developing some beautiful art. Look out Monet, here we come!


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Instructor Bios:Joy Allen and her husband Eric have been married for 13 years. They have three wondeful boys: Ben, 8, Jake, 4, and Riley 8 months. They've been homeschooling for almost 3 years now. Joy loves science and is looking very forward to concocting some cool creations with your children this semester!

Kristi Bailey and her husband Chad have been married for almost 13 years. They have four children: Hayden (9), Auburn (7), Brendan (5), and Ian (2 1/2). They are in their 6th year of homeschooling. They attend North Point Baptist Church. Kristi enjoys leading KIDZ Worship and working with the Family Champions program at their church. She has her master’s degree in Special Education. Kristi also administers the Woodcock Johnson III.

Brandy Barnwell and her husband, Vollie, have been married for almost 10 years. They have three children 6, 3, and 2 months. They are in their first year of homeschooling. Brandy works in the preschool department and assists her husband in the college ministry at North Point Baptist Church. She has a bachelor’s degree in history and is a licensed middle school teacher in language arts and social studies.

Amanda Blanton and her husband, Kevin, have been married for 8 years. They have two children: Joshua (6) and Nathan (3). Amanda has worked with children in Sunday school and children's church for over 10 years. She also worked as a preschool teacher for 4 years. Amanda and her family attend North Point Baptist Church where she teaches the 2 year old Sunday School class and helps in the Awana program.

Tammy “Trixie” Briggs and her husband Philip have been married for 16 years. They have three children: David 14, Symantha 10 and Vyvienne 10 months. They have been homeschooling for 3 years. Trixie and Philip both have a passion for history, the military and the love of learning especially through travel to historical places as a family (24 states so far).

Heather Bullman and her husband, Brian, have been married for 12 years. They have 3 children: Hannah (7), Zachary (5), and Jackson (1) and one on the way. They are in their third year of homeschooling and love it. Previously, she worked at a nursing home and then in an adult day center. She has a bachelor degree in social work. Originally her degree was going to be teaching so she has also worked with children doing afterschool programs, volunteering in schools, tutoring etc. Heather feels very blessed to be given the opportunity to homeschool her children and for being able to meet with many other homeschooling families at coop.

Amy Castellani and her husband, Chris, have been married for 10 years. They have 3 children: John (8), Joshua (7), and Henry (18 months). They have been homeschooling for five years. Amy is a registered nurse and is originally from Long Island, NY. They have lived in Asheville for 6 years, and attend Woodland Hills Church in North Asheville. We have enjoyed teaching and participating in North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry and feel it is a blessing every day that God has provided for us to continue our homeschooling journey.

Anitta Charlson and her husband, Dan, have been married for 12 years. They have 3 children: Dalton (8), Lexie (6) and Jessica (3). They have been home schooling for three years. They are members at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Asheville where Anitta has taught Sunday School and VBS. Anitta has a degree in Photography. She worked for many years as a photojournalist for newspapers in Raleigh, Durham and Atlanta before having children. Besides taking pictures of the kids, Anitta loves doing science experiments with the kids that range from making robots to experiments that can be eaten!

Andrea Clark and her husband, Adam, have been married for 8 years and have been blessed with four beautiful children: Brayden (9), Esaias (7), Hosanna (5), and Jack (3). This is their fifth year of traditional homeschooling, however, she began teaching her oldest at age 3, so this is her 7th year of educating. Andrea has worked in a variety of settings with children ages, birth through High School including: teaching Sunday School, Awana and pre-school. Andrea and her family attend Newfound Baptist Church in Leicester. Andrea is excited about working with your children this semester.

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Instructor Bios Continued:Christy Clements and her husband, Brent, have been married 13 years and are the proud parents of Rebecca (6), Heather (3), and “Baby Girl” (due December 7). Christy obtained a Bachelors Degree in Accounting with Minors in General Music and Music Education from Mars Hill College. She has experience in the real estate industry and worked as the purchasing manager for a large manufacturing facility prior to the Lord blessing her with the opportunity to become a stay-at-home mom. She and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church where she plays in the orchestra, participates in ladies bible study and enjoys teaching VBS. We are in our 2nd year of homeschooling and Christy looks forward to helping your child have fun learning!

Amy Cody and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 8 years. They are in their second year of homeschooling. They have three sons: Emory (7), Eli (4) and Grayson (6 months). Amy has a Bachelor's degree in English Communications from Montreat College. She teaches Sunday school and Vacation Bible School at Laurel Branch Baptist Church where they are members.

Monica Cook and her husband, Lyndon, have been married for 13 years. They have three beautiful children: Morgan (9), Kylie (6), and Tristan (4).Their family has homeschooled with North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry for four years. They live in Weaverville and are members of North Point Baptist Church where Monica is the Sparks Director in AWANA. Monica has a BSBA from Concord College in Athens, WV.

KerryAnn Foster and her husband, Jeff, have been married for 10 years. They have two children: Belle (8) and Trey (6). They have homeschooled since their oldest was three. They have lived in Asheville for almost 3 years and attend Temple Baptist Church. KerryAnn has a degree in Geology and taught Kaplan courses to high schoolers prior to becoming a mom. She ran both a church nursery and nursing home ministry prior to moving to Asheville. Her favorite part of teaching science is seeing a child's face light up when they finally understand how and why something works.

Corinne Ptak and her husband, Preston, have been married for 15 years. They have three children: Rebekah (10), Braeden (5), Nikolas (3), and one on the way. They have been homeschooling for seven years. Corinne has a degree in Human Services and Early Childhood Education. She and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church where she sings in choir, participates in ladies bible study, is a part of the ladies ministry team, and leads M.O.M.S. (Moments Of Mentoring Side by side).

Susannah Richmond and her husband, Dave, have been married for 10 years. They have three children, Anna (7), Abriel (2), and Samuel (2). She and her family attend North Point Baptist Church, where she and Dave help with Awana. This will be their third year Homeschooling, and she is excited to be a part of North Point Coop for another year.

Nadine Robinson and her husband, Steve, have been married for more than 20 years. They have been blessed with three wonderful children; Stephen (20), Jason (8), and Emmy (5). The 09-10 school year was their first homeschooling and they have fully enjoyed it! Although this was her first year teaching at home, Nadine has past experience in the classroom. She has worked at North Buncombe Elementary in Second grade, and later in Kindergarten before becoming a stay home mommy with Jason. She and her husband have been active members of NPBC since July 2005. While at the church both have served as Sunday School teachers. Nadine currently teaches the pre-k Sunday School class, and the four year old Cubbies during Awana. She is very excited to begin a new semester at the co-op!

Caroline Sammons is married to her best friend, Wayne. They have three children: Brittany, Krysten, and Nicholas. They are members of North Point Baptist Church, where she teaches 3rd grade Sunday School and is a 1st grade Sparks leader in the AWANA program. This is her first year homeschooling and they decided to do so, so that she could create lesson plans for their son's special needs, he has autism. She has been enjoying the challenge and adventure.

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North Point Baptist Homeschool MinistryMembership Form

Please read the NPBHM Guidelines and Policies. If you still have questions, please contact Kristi Bailey at 645-0494 or [email protected]. The suggested annual membership fee is $20.00 for the year beginning August 1st to the following July 31st. Workshop registration is $10.00 per semester.

Please make checks payable to: North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry.

Please Check One:New Member______ Renewing Member______

Parents Name(s) ___________________________________________ Date of Birth__________________ ___________________________________________ Date of Birth__________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________

Phone(s):_______________________________________________________________________________

E-Mail Address: __________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact Name: _____________________________________ Phone#_____________________

Are you a member of: Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) _______ North Carolinians for Home Education (NCHE) _______

Number of years homeschooling? __________

Please list any hobbies or talents that you or your spouse has that you would be willing to share with the group. (Ex. Sewing, woodworking, sign language, knitting, foreign language, etc.)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Homeschool philosophy (please check any that apply):Classical________ Traditional________ Unit Study________ Eclectic________Charlotte Mason________ Unschooling________ Other________

What type of curriculum are you currently using? (optional)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Membership Form Continued

What types of curriculum have you used in the past? (optional)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Church Affiliation:______ I am a member of North Point Baptist Church______ I attend, but I am not a member of North Point Baptist Church______ I am affiliated with another church (please list) ____________________________________________

MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT

I/We have read and concur with the NPBHM Guidelines and policies and agree to abide by them. I/We realize that NPBHM services are provided on an all volunteer basis, and understand that I am expected to volunteer or assist with the organization of at least one activity or function. I/We understand that NPBHM serves solely as a support group and is not responsible for the education of our children. I/We understand and agree that it is our responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with the laws governing home educators in the state of North Carolina. I/We understand and agree that neither NPBHM nor any of its members will be held accountable for accidents or injuries involving our children which may occur during NPBHM field trips, programs, and/or activities.

Husband’s signature___________________________________________ Date___________________

Wife’s signature_______________________________________________ Date___________________

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Parent Agreement I understand that North Point Workshops are supplemental to what is being taught in the home andare meant for enrichment purposes only. As the parent, I also realize that these workshops will notcomplete any curriculum, only enhance them. The instructors do not teach the entire subject matter,but are only enriching and assisting my instruction at home.

I understand that North Point Workshops do not keep permanent records or assign grades.

I understand that the North Point Workshops does not give credit toward high school graduationrequirements, although parents may use class time toward fulfilling some requirements in a givensubject, according to the parent’s own discretion.

I understand that the North Point Workshops does not give legal protection or legal assistance.Also, North Point Workshops is not obligated to testify regarding your home school’s validity,authenticity, or effectiveness to legal authorities or in court.

I agree that my children will strive to regularly attend all classes for which I have registered them.They will arrive on time at 12:30 P.M. and fully participate in the class by completing any homeworkassignments and engaging with other students and the instructor during class time.

I understand and agree that I must remain in the building the entire time and be responsible for mychildren regardless of their age whenever they are participating in classes.

I understand and agree that North Point’s Leadership Team, instructors or North Point BaptistChurch will at no time be responsible for mishaps, injuries, or accidents that may occur during theyear.

I have read and am in agreement with the information in the North Point Workshops Handbook.

I understand and agree that I am required, at the time of registration, to sign up to help in twoareas of North Point Workshops.

I understand that my family will be assigned cleaning duties to be completed to ensure that thechurch building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions. To participate in Workshops, Iunderstand that I am required to stay after Workshops to complete them each week.

Due to the amount of work involved in making the Workshops run smoothly, I will be available tocheerfully help with other responsibilities that will arise from week to week.

I understand that all registration fees and materials fees are totally non-refundable.

_______________________________________ ______________ Date_________________Parent Signature

______________________________________________________ Date_________________Parent Signature

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Student AgreementAll students enrolled in North Point Workshops must adhere to the following guidelines:

Be honest, courteous and patient with everyone; treating others with Christ-like kindness.

Respect and obey those in authority.

Be on time for Workshops. (This means arriving at 12:30 P.M)

Use respectful and polite language.

Remain with their class unless they obtain permission from their teacher to leave and be inthe appropriate areas at all times; not roaming the building or property.

Eat only during the appropriate times and places.

Do no bring electronic devices of any kind to Workshops (music, game boys, etc.). Do not bring weapons,including pocketknives, on the property.

Complete homework (if any) given by your instructor and fully participate in class by engaging with otherstudents and the instructor during class time.

Contact the instructor when you are absent.

Reimburse for any damage done by the student to the facility or equipment.

Help my family complete our required cleaning duties at Workshops before playing outside and prior to leaving each week.

Dress and Conduct Code: Be mindful that hemlines, necklines and conduct i.e. physical aggression/affection and language, should be appropriate for church activities. Shoes are required. So as to esteem others more highly than your self, prefer modesty over making a “statement” with your clothing, make-up and jewelry. (There are to be no tank tops, crop tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, exposed backs, short shorts/dresses or pants that expose undergarments or mid-drift or are very tight fitting. Shirts with messages must not be offensive.)

Please have each child in your family read and sign this.I have read (or my parent has read this to me) and I agree to abide by the above guidelines.

Student signature _____________________________________________________





Parent signature _____________________________________________________ Date_____________

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Workshop Request FormPlease print neatly

NPBHM WorkshopsPlease indicate your first class choice for each Workshop hour for your child(ren). Workshops are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If your first choice is filled, your child will be placed in the other class offered during that Workshop period.

Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)

Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________How long have you home schooled this student? __________

1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

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3rd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________



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Workshop Request Form ContinuedPlease print neatly

NPBHM WorkshopsPlease indicate your first class choice for each Workshop hour for your child(ren). Workshops are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If your first choice is filled, your child will be placed in the other class offered during that Workshop period.



1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

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Payment FormPlease print neatly. Due to the inability to assure all classes are available, final totals will be figured at REGISTRATION.

North Point Workshops

Parents: _________________________________________________________________________________

Phone(s): _____________________________________ Parent’s E-mail: _____________________________

Please transfer amounts from Workshop Request Form(s):Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

TOTAL FOR WORKSHOPS: $_________

Please add Workshop Registration Fee: ($10 per family per semester)

REGISTRATION FEE: $_________

Group membership is required to participate in Workshops. Membership fee is paid only one time per year. Please fill out additional form. Please add Support Group Membership Fee: ($20 per year)

MEMBERSHIP FEE: $_________

GRAND TOTAL: $_________Please make checks payable to: North Point Homeschool Ministry

For North Point Leadership Team Use OnlyApproval________________________________________ Date______________Conditions of Approval:Semester: Fall/Spring __________ (year)Areas of Service (1)_________________ (2)__________________ Added to Database_________________Amount Paid ____________cash or check # _________Receipt # ________________

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Documents

1storage.cloversites.com/northpointbaptistchurch/docume… · Web viewAll Workshop participants must join North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry support group. Classes are filled