ENRICHri Cooperative Session 5 2016
April 28th - June 2nd

9:45 Classes
Littles Dance           $25          Teacher: Molly Gans-Pomerantz
In this introductory dance class, students will learn basic steps, practice floor exercises, and explore rhythm and movement. Please dress to move! Students may dance in socks (no grippies, please) or wear ballet slippers if they have them. This class is being led by Molly, age 12 1/2. She has been dancing for ten years now and is excited to share her passion with our little coop members!
Max 8 students.

Healing Herbs        $45 ($30 class, $15 supplies)      60 minutes       Teachers - Lia Prentiss, Lee Cowan
Lia and Lee are continuing this popular class, however this session is for NEW students only!  We are surrounded by plants that can be wonderful allies to our well-being.  Join us as we get to know one or two plants a week and work together to prepare them for use in teas, tinctures, salves, spritzers, or food!  Students will be able to bring home their own creations as well as recipes and instructions for making them in the future.  This is a very hands on class-- touching, tasting, smelling, mixing, making-- coupled with quiet time at the table for listening and drawing.  Our aim is to foster a sense of connection and respect for our plant friends as well as explore natural ways to nurture our own well-being.  Lia and Lee grow their own plants and herbs and love sharing their knowledge of alternative uses for a wide variety of botanical species!  We are happy to have them with us!
Max 10 students.

Fashion Design Math         $30  ($25 class, $5 supplies)        Teachers: Allison Carrier
This new class will lead students in applying some basic algebra and geometry concepts to demonstrate how they are used in the field of clothing design.  Allison is a professional Costumer for theater and she uses math all the time in her work.  She would love to share with students how math is vital even in super creative and artistic fields!  We would focus on one main clothing design element each week and learn how to create sewing patterns for garments using geometry and solve other fashion design-related mathematical problems.  Not a hands-on sewing class (sewing knowledge helpful but definitely not required).  The class would assume an existing understanding of concepts such as the pythagorean theorem and the ability to find the circumference and area of a circle.
Max 12 students. 

Nevelson Box Art          $40   ($25 class, $15 supplies)       Teacher: Tracey Neylon
The students will be making an assemblage style artwork. Each participant will be gathering a variety of 3D objects, found or recycled, and assembling them into a shadowbox type structure. We will paying attention to texture, geometric shapes, and creating an original low relief sculpture. This will be abstract. Kids will learn about balance, unity, and texture. They will be using glue guns and each final projected will be painted. My hope is to create a larger group installation piece for all to enjoy! This class is for beginners or more seasoned artists. Please feel free to look up Louise Nevelson and check out some of her work to get a feel of what we will be trying to achieve.
Max 8 students.

Little Fingers Can Do A Lot        $35  ($25 class, $10 supply fee)    Teachers: Barbara Slover, Jess Trabulsie
We invite your child to join us for fun, friendship, and working on fine motor skills. Successfully mastering the elements in coordinating the wrists, hands, fingers, and eyes are a precursor to a positive experience with writing skills and participating in sports teams. Increased independence will be developed while the children work on using zippers and buttons, tying shoe laces, and other daily skills. Fun activities will be offered every week to encourage the children in developing fine motor skills. Ages 3-6yo are welcome!
Max 8 students.

Hand Stitching        $35  ($30 class, $5 supply fee)        60 minutes        Teachers: Naomi Chipel, Grace Chipel
This is for new and returning students. We will continue to learn basic embroidery stitches and use them to create different projects. This class was such a hit during our last session, we are continuing it into the Spring session!
Max 8 students

10:45 Classes
Public Speaking        $25       Teachers: Bryan and Marcia Sirois
It’s so important for our teens to learn how to deliver an effective speech to a variety audiences and in a variety of settings. We will learn how to put together a speech, and how to physically deliver a speech (voice control, posture, facial expressions, etc). The students will each be giving a minimum of 3 speeches during our 6 week session - a general informational speech (something they know a lot about; hobby,etc), a persuasive/motivational speech, and an acceptance speech (if they win an award, etc).  If time allows, we will also work on answering questions on the fly (interview style) and some improv speeches. By the end of our 6 weeks, each student will be more comfortable with public speaking and can give a more thoughtful and complete speech! Max 12 students.

More Little Gardeners          $35  ($25 class, $10 supply fee)              Teacher: Rachel Laprise, Larkin Trainor
Our little gardeners will learn how to start plants from seeds and the process of germination and growing. Rachel grows most of her own vegetables, herbs, and edible plants on her homestead. She is excited to continue sharing her love of organic gardening with our younger students. This can be for new or returning students. Max 8 students.

Crochet Basics         $38  ($25 class, $13 supply fee)      Teacher: Kassie Fisher 
Come and learn basic crochet. We will teach you to make a wonderful scarf! All yarn, needles, and materials will be provided. Max 8 students.

Cake Decorating Techniques        $40  ($25 class, $15 supply fee)            Teacher: Naomi Chipel
In this class we will focus on getting comfortable with the basic tools of the art of cake decorating.  We will be using buttercream frosting and royal icing.  We will learn at least 6 flowers, many borders, piping, basting, and other decorating techniques.  Students will be required to bring their own tools (listed below), the frosting will be provided by the teacher.  Week 3, the students will need to bring 12 cupcakes.  Weeks 5 & 6, they will need to bring an 8” round layer cake (or freeze the cake from week 5 to use week 6). Supplies needed: 12” or 14” Pastry bags (18 disposable or 3 reusable), couplers (3), small scissors, flower nail, 10” Cake Spatula, cake comb, Pastry Tips: leaf (any size), rose (any size), 2 star (lg & sm), 2 round (lg & sm), flat ridge, Revolving cake wheel/stand (needed for weeks 5 & 6).  Naomi has a culinary degree from J&W. She has taken baking courses at J&W and King Arthur Flour, and worked at Wright’s Dairy Farm in the cake department, we are so excited to have this class offered! Max 10 students.

Druidawn Advanced         $25           Teachers: AJ Gabriel & Melissa Robb
This is for returning KNIGHTS only.  This is a NEW ADVENTURE that has not been offered before.  DRUIDAWN KNIGHTS who have taken the beginners class at any time in the past years are welcomed.  Legends of Druidawn uses fantasy role playing to stimulate the imaginations of the students and becomes an excellent source of ideas . It is based entirely in Druidawn, a fantasy world where adventures take place. Legends of Druidawn motivates children to write creatively. Players participate in a verbally interactive story-adventure that requires creative problem solving in order to overcome obstacles. The teacher will guide the players through various adventures with the help of maps, dice, and character sheets.  Students should bring their binders along with all their character sheets and other Druidawn papers used in the past.  They will be using the characters they have already created. Max 8 students.

Mystery Box       $30   ($25 class, $5 supply fee)     Teacher: Stacey Dyer
Each class the students will be presented with a Mystery Box filled with random items, toys, objects, etc. They will be encouraged to make-up stories, play pretend, and use the objects as the best way they see fit!  Come enjoy a new ‘mystery’ each week. Max 8 students.

Crazy Concoctions         $35  ($25 class, $10 supply fee)         Teacher: Stacey Gorbachev
Stacey is bringing back this ‘Art meets Science’ hands-on class.  Students will have the chance to concoct fun art supplies like paint, dough, and paste.  Once the supplies are made, students will use them for various projects!  This class can be for new or returning students as we will have different projects to work on. Max 8 students.

11:45 Classes
Jr. Professors              $25          Teacher: Amanda Campbell, Shayl Ann
Students will choose a new topic that interests them, do the research at home and then during the 5 remaining classes have at least 2 different times that they will be the ‘professor’ and teach the class about their topic!  This class is not about public speaking, there will NOT be any critique of their presentation skills.  It will be a supportive and positive experience for all.  It is an opportunity for kids to get excited about a new question, research it, and share their findings.  You know the old adage, “You don’t start learning until you teach”.
There are 4 main learning goals for this class:
1. Learn how to craft a good research question.
2. Have an opportunity to independently do research and learn about a new topic that they are really curious about.
3. Have experience sharing what they have learned with others.
4. Be a supportive and positive teammate.
Presentations will be 10 mins or less.
During the first class students will choose their topics or a single topic and break it into sections.  As a group, students will work together to help each other to take their curiosity and craft it into a strong question to go home and find the answer to.  We will also discuss different ways to look for the answers to their questions.  Then during the 5 remaining classes students will be presenting their learning to each other.  The number of presentations done will depend on the number of students in the class.  Students should come to the first class with a few ideas that they are curious about. Max 10 students.

Outdoor Nature Crafts           $35   ($25 class, $10 supply fee)       Teacher: Jessica Martel
Let’s be inspired by nature! We will use items found in nature: leaves, pine cones, sticks, bark and more to make some quirky, creative, and amazing crafts!  Jessica is looking forward to guiding the children through natural exploration and making crafts with interesting items we see everyday out in our environment. Max 10 students.

Jeopardy! For Kids             $25          Teacher: Oliver Lawton, Charles Lawton, Leslie Lawton
The Lawton family is offering a classroom version of the hit TV show Jeopardy!  Each week the categories will change offering a wide variety of topics for everyone (TV shows, videogames, animals, You-tubers, sports, music, art, science, history, etc).  Participants will group into even teams, choose their category/question, and discuss possible answers amongst their team members, then answer. The team with the highest points at the end of the class wins! Max 10 students.

Spanish Culture & Language           $28  ($25 class, $3 supply fee)      Teachers: Naomi Chipel, Evie Dorato, Rachel Chiartas
Each week we will be learning Spanish through songs, stories, worksheets, and games.  We will also be learning about different Spanish speaking countries and their cultures.  This cultural part will be done through short presentations by the teachers and students.  Each student will choose a country during the 1st class to research, focusing on culture, and share with the class during subsequent weeks.  We will set up a schedule of these presentations during our 1st class so students know when their turn is.  Each student will also receive a CD of fun songs in Spanish that we will be singing during our classes.  Naomi has studied Spanish in high school and college and has traveled to Guatemala.  Rachel has lived in Costa Rica and has studied Spanish for several years.  Evie is from Puerto Rico and we are excited to have her join us as a native speaker. Max 12 students.

Druidawn Advanced          $25          Teacher: Melissa Robb, Bryan Sirois
Legends of Druidawn: KNIGHTS        
This session is for only returning Druidawn Shadow Knights, AND who have NOT previously completed the Zevaar Desert Quest.   Legends of Druidawn uses fantasy role playing to stimulate the imaginations of the students and becomes an excellent source of ideas.  It is based entirely in Druidawn, a fantasy world where adventures take place.  Legends of Druidawn motivates children to write creatively.  Players participate in a verbally interactive story-adventure that requires creative problem solving in order to overcome obstacles.  The teacher will guide the players through various adventures with the help of maps, dice, and character sheets.  Students should bring their existing Druidawn binder to class.  Melissa has been leading Druidawn classes for many years and this class is sure to be fun, interesting, and a little crazy! Max 8 students.

Growing Up Wild         $30 ($25 class, $5 supply fee)              Teachers: Camille Williams, Alyssa Crowder
Come and explore nature with us! Each class we will focus on a different nature topic including a group discussion, a science demonstration or exploration and/or an art project. Camille and Alyssa have taught this class in the past and whether we’ve been examining worms, making fish prints, or learning about camouflage we always have fun! Max 8 students

Weather Watchers          $31  ($25 class, $6 supply fee)     Teacher: Jenn Curtis, Danielle Rezendes
We will be investigating weather events on our planet. Tornadoes, hurricanes, thunderstorms, clouds and rainbows, blizzards, and earthquakes will be studied during this fun and interactive class! The students will learn the characteristics and ‘ingredients’ of each weather event, along with crafts and experiments that correspond with the topic of that day. Max 10 students.

12:45 Classes

Celebration of Song      $28  ($3 supply fee)             Teachers:  Lee Cowan, Lia Prentiss
This is for new or returning students. Come sing songs about the earth, animals, elements, seasons, community, and everyday life!  With movement, rhythm, hand signs, and games we will learn simple, beautiful songs in celebration of this world. The focus will be on the joy of singing together and building community, enjoying the gift of singing no matter what our voices sound like!  We will put together a song book to bring home at the end of the session to remember the words and spread the joy of singing to our family and friends. Max 15 students.

Kids on the Move           $30 ($25 class, $5 supply fee)                   Teacher: Stacey Gorbachev
Let’s get those bodies moving! Class will start with some simple exercises, followed by some fun games. We will learn a little bit about WHY we exercise, and have fun doing it! Max 12 students.

Seasonal Crafts             $25                  Teachers: Kristie Danis, Mary Jo Fletcher
Celebrate Spring with flowers, garden themes, Mother’s/Father’s Day, and May Day crafts! We will create projects using paint, paper, fiber, recycled material, etc. Or use your imagination to make your own inspiration! All ages welcomed! Max 10 students.     

The Dust Bowl           $28    ($25 class, $3 supply fee)                         Teacher: Melissa Robb
For almost a decade dust blew on the southern plains. Breathing, eating, taking a walk - these were no longer easy tasks. An environmental catastrophe that destroyed farmlands and caused a mass exodus by Americans looking for a new life. From Black Tuesday to the New Deal, we will explore the lives of those who lived through this dramatic era of American history.  Max 12 students.

Photo Journalism            $25                          Teachers: Shayl Ann, Tyna Wohl
Students will be required to take photos that tell a story, or be able to write a story that backs their photo up. Each week they will share with the class their photos along with the back-story.  Students must have a camera, and be able to print out photos or at least be able to share on a tablet/laptop (but printed is best). This class will teach basic photo skills and journalistic approaches.  This is for new or returning students. Shayl has been leading the ENRICHri Tween Group and is a wonderful resource for our students. Max 10 students.

Sensory Experiences        $33  ($25 class, $8 supply fee)       Teachers: Kayla Thompson, Ashley Galkin
Leave the MESSY sensory stuff to us!  Together we will explore Frozen Treasures, engineer and dissolve Foaming Dough Aliens, design colorful works of Noodle Art, fabricate Discovery Bottles, play with Shaving Cream Confections, paint with Puffy Paint, and mold Salt Dough creations! Kayla and Ashley both have little ones and are excited teach this great class! Max 8 students.

Fearsome Warriors            $25                    Teacher: Bryan Sirois
Richard the Lionheart, William the Conqueror, Alexander the Great, Leonidas, William Wallace, and many others have gone down in history as great warriors, who led their armies of men into battle. We will learn about the history of each leader and the weapons, tactics, and fighting styles they would each use. The class will be split into 2 groups and we will have a mock battle to see who is the most ‘Fearsome Warrior’! Max 10 students.

1:45 Classes

Kidding Around Yoga         $28   ($25 class, $3 supply fee)           Teacher: Jessica Martel
Jessica has been trained in ‘Kidding Around Yoga’ which is a style of yoga that emcomapsses the 5 branches of yoga in a clear and engaging way. A typical class gets the children singing, dancing, skipping, marching, jogging, shaking, laughing, hopping, limbo-ing, and storytelling ALL while practicing yoga to music. This class is sure to be SO much fun! Max 12 students.

Rhythm of the Hands            $25                Teachers: Kristie Danis, Rachel Chiartis
Meet Miss Mary Mack, Miss Suzy, and Green Sally! Handclapping games are a rite of passage for children all around the world. Let’s encourage kids to take a break from technology and engage in some good ol’ fashioned social games! Max 10 students.

News Media                $25                        Teacher: Tracey Neylon
This class will focus on media literacy. In today’s world, we are constantly bombarded with information. We have TV, cable news, newspapers, news magazines, Twitter, Facebook, and everything in between. How can we sift through this overwhelming amount of information? We will be looking at news sources for different current and past events, where our news comes from and who presents it. Does a news source affect how we think about a topic? Do different news sources tell us different information about the same event? We will focus more on HOW to be literate regarding the information available to us, and less strictly on current events. Although current events will be used as examples, as well as print and digital access to news. Max 10 students.

Old Master Oil Painting       $40  ($35 class, $5 supply fee)     90mins        Teachers: Rachel Laprise & Mikayla Gilpin-Ouellette
Step back in time and imagine yourself as an apprentice to a master painter!  This session we will be creating an oil painting in the luminous classical realistic style of the Old Masters, think Rembrandt or Da Vinci.  Oil painting is a slow process and we will be working on the same painting for the entire 6 weeks. (Da Vinci spent years creating the Mona Lisa!). We will begin with techniques for painting preparation, toning and preparing our canvas as well as drawing with graphite or charcoal.  We will then transfer our work onto the canvas board and begin underpainting techniques.  This process will continue as students build layers of opaque paint and thin glazes in oil on canvas to result in a monochromatic underpainting which will be ready to start color during the following weeks.  Students will be required to purchase many of their own supplies before class starts (including sketching pencils, paintbrushes, oil paints, palette with knife set, and an easel - which could be an additional cost of $150).  You may have some of these products already and a specific detailed list will be emailed to each parent prior to the first class.  For new or returning students. Max 10 students.

More Machine Sewing Crafts     90mins     $45  ($35 class, $10 supply fee)        Teachers:  Melissa Robb & Jenn Curtis
More Sewing! A different craft each week, all will have some machine sewing.  Each student should bring their own sewing machine and know how to work their machine at a basic sewing level.  These are the supplies the students must bring to each class: Sewing Machine, Thread, Scissors, Straight Pins with ball heads, ruler, Pencil, Extension cord and 3 prong adapter.  Additional supplies to bring will be emailed to the parents ahead of each class (I expect those supplies to be around $15, it will include fabrics, zippers, etc, some of which you may already have at home). Max 6 students.