Afternoon Classes

2023-2024 School Year

Each semester, we offer fun and engaging afternoon classes focused on the arts, faith & life skills. Students who are enrolled for Full Day at Streams of Hope attend all grade appropriate afternoon classes.

Homeschool families and half day Streams of Hope students are welcome to sign up for any or all of our afternoon classes. 


Each class is $150/semester. If you would like to send your child to 4 afternoon classes (one each day) we offer a $50 discount for a total of 4 classes for $550/semester. 

Want More Information?
If you have questions or need more information about the following classes, if you would like to teach an afternoon class at Streams of Hope, or if you would like to register for 4 or more classes, please contact Jill Haskins at jill@streamsofhopeschool.com or call/text 260-246-2342.

 

MONDAY CLASSES

Storytelling

Time: Mondays 12:30-1:30pm

Grades: 1st-6th Grades

Teacher: Erica Visocky

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 14-Dec. 18; No class Sept. 4 & Nov. 20)

We will spend our time reading childhood favorites, breaking down the author's style and voice, and create our own story just like theirs! This is going to be a fun and interactive class focusing on helping children to enjoy reading and finding fun and enjoyable ways to write. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

STEM

Time: Mondays 12:30-1:30pm

Grades: 4th & 7th Grades

Teacher: Anna Everett

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 14-Dec. 18; No class Sept. 4 & Nov. 20)

In this interactive class, students will work together to solve scientific problems. Students will participate in hands on learning activities that build and teach creativity, problem-solving, life skills, resourcefulness, patience, and curiosity. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

Bible Class

Time: Mondays 1:00-2:00pm 

Grades: 7-12th Grades

Teacher: Heartland Pastoral Staff

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 14-Dec. 18; No class Sept. 4 & Nov. 20)

This 1 semester class will count as 1 high school elective credit. 

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Focusing on God's Word, students will gain a better understanding of who God is, why He created us, and take a deeper look at His plan for salvation. 

 

 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

TUESDAY CLASSES

Lower Elementary Bible Class

Time: Tuesdays 12:30-1:30pm 

Grades: 1st-4th Grades

Teacher: Eliza Skaggs

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 15-Dec. 19; No class Sept. 5 & Nov. 21)

 

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In this hands on and interactive class, students will focus on God's Word to gain a better understanding of who God is, why He created us, and take a deeper look at HIs plan for salvation. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

Upper Elementary Bible Class

Time: Tuesdays 1:30-2:25pm 

Grades: 4th & 6th Grades

Teacher: Eliza Skaggs

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 15-Dec. 19; No class Sept. 5 & Nov. 21)

In this hands on and interactive class, students will focus on God's Word to gain a better understanding of who God is, why He created us, and take a deeper look at His plan for salvation. 

 

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Introduction to Journalism

Time: Tuesdays 12:30-2:25pm 

Grades: 6th & 8th Grades

Teacher: Erica Visocky

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 15-Dec. 19; No class Sept. 5 & Nov. 21)

In this introductory journalism class, students will learn the basics about journalism including its history and ethics. Students will create a monthly newspaper which will help them learn more about different writing styles, publication design, photography, and more. The students will be required to acquire advertising to fund the paper, as well as complete minimal work outside of class. 

 

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Intro to Culinary Arts

Time: Tuesdays 12:30-2:25pm 

Grades: 9th-12th Grades

Teacher: Kent Dingman

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 15-Dec. 19; No class Sept. 5 & Nov. 21)

This 1 semester class will count as 1 high school elective credit*. 

 

*If your student continues this class for the 2nd semester, they will earn 2 high school elective credits. Registration for 2nd semester will open in November.

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(Class runs from Aug. 15-Dec. 19; No class Sept. 5 & Nov. 21)

Students will learn about safe food and kitchen sanitation practices, kitchen, food, and equipment preparation. They will learn a variety of knife skills and the true benefits of using a sharp knife, all while learning a wide range of cooking methods and time management. Students will also focus on food shopping, storage, presentation, and serving. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

WEDNESDAY CLASSES

Beginner Sewing

Time: Wednesdays 1:30-2:25pm

Grades: 1-5th Grades

Teacher: Lydia Nesmith

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 16-Dec. 20; No class Sept. 6 & Nov. 22)

Does your child like to work with their hands and create projects? Have they shown interest in learning to sew?

In this beginner sewing class, they will explore fabric types, learn to hand sew, and become confident in using a sewing machine. They will gain an important life skill while making fun projects along the way. 

 

Projects may include: stuffed animals, a tote bag, pillow case, Christmas stocking, a zippered pouch, and more!

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

Organize 365®️ (Pilot Program)

Time: Wednesdays 12:30-2:00pm

Grades: 6-8th Grades

Teacher: Gary Willig

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 16-Dec. 20; No class Sept. 6 & Nov. 22)

Welcome to the Kid's Organization Program! Students will learn the skills to be organized today and for the rest of their life. Students will explore the four steps to getting organized: 

  • Declutter – get rid of stuff you do not want, need, use, or love
  • Organize – put similar items together, and find a home for them
  • Productivity – work on finding ways to make being organized easier and faster
  • Maintenance – practice going through the first 3 steps to keep your room organized and functional

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

Yearbook/Journalism

Time: Wednesdays 12:30-2:25pm 

Grades: 9th-12th Grades

Teacher: Erica Visocky

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 16-Dec. 20; No class Sept. 6 & Nov. 22)

This class will count as 1 high school elective credit.*

 

*If your student registers for the 2nd semester, this will count as 2. high school elective credits. Registration for 2nd semester will open in November.

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In this journalism class, students will learn about journalism basics. They will explore it's history and ethics, as they compile a yearbook that will focus on the 23/24 school year at Streams of Hope (which will also include local homeschool memories). Students will learn about different writing styles, publication design, photography, and more. Students will be required to acquire advertising to fund the yearbook as well as complete work outside of class. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

THURSDAY CLASSES

Elementary Art

Time: Thursdays 12:30-1:30pm 

Grades: 1st-5th Grades

Teacher: Heather Zehr

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 17-Dec. 14; No class Sept. 7 & Nov. 23)

Students will learn about different art mediums, techniques, and styles. They will be given the freedom to express their creativity while using their holy imagination to create beautiful pieces of art. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

Journaling As Self-Expression

Time: Thursdays 12:30-1:30pm 

Grades: 4th-6th Grades

Teacher: Hannah Lannswift

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 17-Dec. 14; No class Sept. 7 & Nov. 23)

Journaling As Self-Expression: This course teaches students how to process their emotions and engage with their world through journaling prompts and exercises. Students will learn how to identify positive and negative feelings and how those feelings show themselves in their everyday lives through the use of journal prompts that encourage storytelling and self-reflection. They will also be given opportunities to write and share short stories and journal entries about their hobbies, families, classes, and other aspects of their lives, in order to help them become more confident in their writing abilities. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

American Sign Language 1

Time: Thursdays 12:30-1:30pm 

Grades: 7-12th Grades

Teacher: Kristina Chestnut

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 17-Dec. 14; No Class Sept. 7 & Nov. 23)

This full year course walks the students through hand shapes, vocabulary, sentence structure, facial expressions, and even deaf culture. Students will be conversing in sign language and even sing a song. Course work will be required throughout the week. 

 

This 2 semester class will count as 2 high school foreign language credits. Second Semester Registration is required. Registration will open for 2nd semester in November 2023. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

American Sign Language 2

Time: Thursdays 1:30-2:25pm

Grades: 7-12th Grades

Teacher: Kristina Chestnut

Cost: $150/semester

Prerequisite: Students are required to take American Sign Language 1 prior to taking this class. If your student has taken a year of sign language at a different location, please reach out to Mrs. Haskins at jill@streamsofhopeschool.com prior to registering for this class.

(Class runs from Aug. 17-Dec. 14; No Class Sept. 7 & Nov. 23)

This full year course walks the students through hand shapes, vocabulary, sentence structure, facial expressions, and even deaf culture. Students will be conversing in sign language and even sing a song. Course work will be required throughout the week.

 

This 2 semester class will count as 2 high school foreign language credits. Second Semester Registration is required. Registration will open for 2nd semester in November 2023.

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.

Early Middle School Art

Time: Thursdays 1:30-2:25pm 

Grades: 4th-7th Grades

Teacher: Heather Zehr

Cost: $150/semester

(Class runs from Aug. 17-Dec. 14; No class Sept. 7 & Nov. 23)

Students will learn about different art mediums, techniques, and styles. They will be given the freedom to express their creativity while using their holy imagination to create beautiful pieces of art. 

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Registration for 1st semester is closed.