8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Acting and Storytelling (Theater)
Grades 1-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab: Dress Rehearsals once per month
Class Description:
Empowering students to rediscover their creativity and share meaningful stories that resonate across every sphere of life.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Parents to purchase wardrobe for play when it gets closer to time
Homework Estimate: Memorizing lines and working on their craft (1hr per week)
Teacher Bio:
Larry Davis is a Fine Arts alumni at Cumberland University who now serves as the Next Generation Pastor at The Journey Church. He also leads chapel for Ignite and has been involved with CCA for 5 years.
Teacher: Lindsay Hodges
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Elementary Art
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
First and second graders will get an introduction to various art materials (pencils, watercolor, charcoal, pastels, paint, collage, printing, etc), famous artists/illustrators, art making processes, and art movements throughout history. This is such a a fun age and they will be encouraged to use new skills in ways that interest them, so all of their artwork will unique to them and what makes their little hearts happy!!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello!! I have been teaching art for over 15 years! I have an Art Education degree, started in the public school system, and have since been teaching private lessons, summer art camps, pottery, and so many things in between. I paint with watercolor and acrylics professionally and this will be my 4th year teaching at CCA. Our family started homeschooling in 2018 and I have truly loved the adventure!
Teacher: Maggie Bleem
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Learning with Legos
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Who doesn’t love Legos? In Learning with Legos we will work on a range of projects that encompass Science, Math, Engineering, Language Arts, and Social Studies. Some of those projects include building bridges, learning about gravity, wheels and axels, building a scene, colors, shapes, and patterns, etc. Each week we will complete a specific project with Legos! There will be an objective and activity to complete followed by a class discussion. Your student will not be bringing home any actual Legos but I would be happy to share the projects so they can complete activities at home too!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello! My name is Maggie Bleem and I’m so excited about teaching your child this year! This will be my third year homeschooling my children and my second year teaching at CCA. My husband and I have four children Henry (6th grade), Teddy (4th grade), Louie (2nd grade), and Benny (Kindergarten). I have an undergraduate degree from Clemson University in Construction Management and my masters from MTSU in Engineering Technology. I am looking forward to a great year at CCA!
Teacher: Emily Sage
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM STEAM
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $30
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In STEAM class we will perform a variety of experiments and/or complete hands-on activities during each class meeting. We will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math from a Biblical worldview. Some of the topics covered will include gravity, electricity, Newton’s laws, light, motion, the senses, chemical reactions, magnetism, molecules and atoms, energy, weights, measurement, and more.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Pencils, markers, glue sticks and scissors.
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello, I’m Emily! This will be my 8th year homeschooling, 7th year teaching at a co-op or tutorial, 5th year at CCA, and 4th year teaching STEAM class. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Art and Illustration. I am a mom of 3 and wife to my husband, Derek, of 18 years. I love teaching this class and trying to find creative ways to make the world around them come alive in a new way and foster curiosity! My hope through teaching and homeschooling is to help children develop a lifelong love of learning!
Teacher: Carol Marion
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Art
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $50
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
This art class combines teaching about famous artists and the works associated with them with hands-on art projects to support this learning. We will work with various mediums, including watercolors, acrylics, oil pastels, markers, chalk, and clay. Your student’s works will include at least one canvas, and each work of art will be on quality art-grade material. We use artist-grade materials so that your child will see that tools are as important as talent! Each student will learn techniques to help them in their artistic endeavors. I will encourage discipline, creativity, and imagination, which are essential parts of learning and appreciating art.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None – All supplies and an Art Folder are furnished
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
“I have been with CCA since the start and currently teach at three other schools in Wilson and Davidson counties. I hold a BA in Child Psychology with a minor in Education. I homeschooled my lovely daughter from grades 6-12th. I have been given the great blessing of teaching art to students for 30+ years. It is my joy to serve the Lord as a teacher and to instill in my students a love and respect for the Lord, our Creator. It is through our gift of creativity that we see His gift of creativity! All of us are created in His image, so therefore we all have the need to create! Amen. ”
Teacher: Christina Berger
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Crafting Through Books
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In this class, I am excited to combine my love of reading and crafting together. Each week we will read a new book which will be a mix of fiction and nonfiction. We will also read books that go along with the holidays and seasons. After our read-aloud we will create a craft that goes with the theme of the book.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hi! My name is Christina Berger. I am married to Emmanuel and we have two kids, Nehemiah (13) and Eden (10). Our family will be starting our fourth year at CCA and we have been so blessed by it. I am looking forward to using my experience in Children’s Ministry to create fun, Bible-centered, hands-on classes. I can’t wait to meet you and your kiddos!
Teacher: Asten Langner
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Super Science
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $30
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In this class, we will discover a love for science through hands-on learning experiments. We will cover various topics such as gravity, force and motion, weather, and many more. We will practice scientific thinking through asking questions, making a hypothesis, experiments, observing, analyzing, and discussing. I look forward to having fun with your kids!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
none
Homework Estimate: none
Teacher Bio:
Hi my name is Asten Langner. I am so excited to have the opportunity to teach kids science at CCA again this year. It will be my 3rd year teaching at CCA, but I have many years of experience teaching kids. Currently, I am homeschooling my 2 kids who are also at CCA. We are a tight Christian family that likes to hike, go to state parks, and travel when we can. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Teacher: Mollie Eskew
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Tuttle Twins
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $5
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Learn real-world concepts and ideas using fully illustrated and simple, fun stories. This course will introduce students to studying the basic components of the American political system. We will learn political processes, how things operate, and our roll as citizens within the process with the main focal point being the U.S. Constitution.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
paper, folder with pockets, pencils, colored pencils or crayons
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
My name is Mollie Eskew. I graduated from CCA in 2021 and have been working with children for over 8 years. I was homeschooled from 3rd grade to graduation. I am looking forward to being apart of making learning fun and memorable for the kids! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your children’s education!
Teacher: Andrea Reyes
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 50 States
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
We will be traveling through our wonderful country learning about state capitals, state animals, state birds, famous landmarks, and much more, even history! We will study our 50 states by 5 regions. This is a two-year course. There is so much information that we absolutely can’t cover all 50 states in one year. We will study 25 states this year and 25 next year. I am looking forward to teaching your student this year!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
“Hello, my name is Andrea Reyes. My children are Hayden(11) and Easton Reyes(9). My background is in education, and my passion is for teaching. My favorite students have been my own children for the last 4 years. I love learning along beside them and watching them grow. I know you understand : ) My focus will be on providing all students access to content knowledge that allows them to think critically about the world around them. I understand the need for littles to explore, experiment, and engage in hands-on activities. Students will participate in various sensory activities like sand art, paint play, and creative movement. ”
Teacher: Timo Serrano
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Adventures in Spanish
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab: $10 Meal at Speedy Burrito or another Mexican restaurant. We will order/speak Spanish only.
Class Description:
“We will briefly cover how the Spanish language began. Spanish speaking countries will be covered as a segment in each class period, coming back to certain countries once or twice. Songs and games will cover various topics like grammar, vocabulary and numbers. I will speak English in a funny Spanish accent. This will have two goals. 1. Immersion through humor. 2. For children to hear someone speak differently than they do in English on purpose. A small, friendly bit of culture shock. 1st-2nd graders will understand that learning a new language is fun and can open doors for the future!”
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
My name is Timo Serrano. I was born in Southern California. My dad is a pastor. He is from Mexico and my mom is from El Salvador. Because my mom didn’t speak English before I was 6 or so, my first language was Spanish. I learned English from regular elementary public school. My parents took me back to their countries and to plenty of missionary trips as a child and teenager all across Latin America. As a teacher, I deeply desire for my students to communicate in Spanish, for language is a powerful tool that unites people and fosters understanding in our diverse world. Through this skill, they will not only build bridges to share the love of Christ but also contribute to the flourishing of society, strengthening God’s kingdom on earth.
Teacher: Lisa Widelock
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Leaping into Literature
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
We will use classic children’s books, Bible stories, and poetry to improve reading skills and comprehension. Lessons will include read-aloud, choral and paired/group reading, journaling, storytelling and inventing craftwork, and puppetry. These activities will allow us to work at individual levels as a group. From emergent to fluent readers, the goal is to help students develop a love for literature, reading, and writing! **This class has a two-year rotation for those who may want to take it in both first and second grade.**
Required Textbooks and Materials:
All materials provided
Homework Estimate: Optional 30 minutes per day
Teacher Bio:
I am excited to share my love of literature with the students at CCA! I have a BS degree in Elementary Education/Early Childhood from USF and have taught grades k-8 in the public school systems in Tampa, So Flo, New York, and at homeschool tutorials in Tennessee and Florida. My husband, Robert, and I have been married for thirty-five years. We have four children who have all graduated from our homeschool. I love Jesus, my family, animals, working out, chocolate, coffee, the beach, the mountains, and living in this exceptional country! Looking forward to a great school year! God is good all the time, and all the time God is good!
Teacher: Asten Langner
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Super Science
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $30
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In this class, we will discover a love for science through hands-on learning experiments. We will cover various topics such as gravity, force and motion, weather, and many more. We will practice scientific thinking through asking questions, making a hypothesis, experiments, observing, analyzing, and discussing. I look forward to having fun with your kids!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
none
Homework Estimate: none
Teacher Bio:
Hi my name is Asten Langner. I am so excited to have the opportunity to teach kids science at CCA again this year. It will be my 3rd year teaching at CCA, but I have many years of experience teaching kids. Currently, I am homeschooling my 2 kids who are also at CCA. We are a tight Christian family that likes to hike, go to state parks, and travel when we can. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Teacher: Jason Warren
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Taekwondo
Grades 1-4Tuition: “24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176 ”
Materials Fee: $40
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Over 35 yrs of martial arts experience. Helps build confidence, discipline, focus and respect. Self defense is another major benefit of this class.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
MMA gloves, PMA shirt, rubber nunchucks will be provided by the teacher
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Over 35 yrs of martial arts experience and owner of Premier Martial Arts in Lebanon TN.
Teacher: Myrna Berger
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Our World of Wonders
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Students will learn about Wonders of Our World from antiquity to the present day: from the world’s most spectacular natural features to human-built structures, from the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Grand Canyon to the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Amazon Rainforest. Class lessons may include writing, building, crafting and more.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
” Hello! Blessings to you all! My name is Myrna Berger. I praise and give thanks to God for his marvelous works which my soul knows very well! I am married to Isaiah. We have four little blessings- Abram, Ezekiel, Thaddeus, and Tabitha. When I am not homeschooling my little ones, I enjoy reading my Bible, hiking, tent-camping, and serving in Student Ministry at The Journey Church. This is my family’s eighth year of homeschooling, my seventh year attending CCA, and my fifth year teaching at CCA. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, with a concentration in Public Relations. I am grateful for the Lord’s calling to homeschool and to teach in the homeschooling community.”
Teacher: Jason Warren
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Taekwondo
Grades 1-4Tuition: “24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176 ”
Materials Fee: $40
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Over 35 yrs of martial arts experience. Helps build confidence, discipline, focus and respect. Self defense is another major benefit of this class.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
MMA gloves, PMA shirt, rubber nunchucks will be provided by the teacher
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Over 35 yrs of martial arts experience and owner of Premier Martial Arts in Lebanon TN.
Teacher: Andrea Reyes
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Weather Wonders & Space Science
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
“1st Semester: Through exploratory learning labs, students will gain knowledge of the Earth’s atmosphere, climate, and weather. We will learn about the different types of weather, and students will become familiar with the tools for measuring weather. Students will even get a chance to forecast the weather. 2nd Semester: We will discover the wonders of our universe as we learn about the sun, moon, and the 8 planets of our solar system. Students will gain a greater appreciation for the majesty of God’s creation as we journey through the Milky Way.”
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
“Hello, my name is Andrea Reyes. My children are Hayden(11) and Easton Reyes(9). My background is in education, my passion is for teaching. My favorite students have been my own children for the last 4 years. I love learning along beside them and watching them grow. I know you understand : ) My focus will be on providing all students access to content knowledge that allows them to think critically about the world around them. I understand the need for littles to explore, experiment, and engage in hands-on activities. Students will participate in various sensory activities like sand art, paint play, and creative movement. ”
Teacher: Lisa Widelock
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Zoology
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Join us as we make discoveries in God’s amazing animal kingdom! We will study fascinating creatures and learn about their behaviors, habitats, diets, life cycles, and more. Activities and hands-on fun will make it a wild year! **This class has a two-year rotation for those who may want to take it in both first and second grade. **
Required Textbooks and Materials:
All materials provided
Homework Estimate: Optional homework activities
Teacher Bio:
I am excited to explore God’s wonderful world of animals with the students at CCA! I have a BS degree in Elementary Education/Early Childhood from USF and have taught grades k-8 in the public school systems in Tampa, South Florida, New York, and at homeschool tutorials in Tennessee and Florida. My husband, Robert, and I have been married for thirty-five years. We have four children who have all graduated from our homeschool. I love Jesus, my family, animals, working out, chocolate, coffee, the beach, the mountains, and living in this exceptional country! I’m looking forward to a great school year! God is good all the time, and all the time God is good!
Teacher: Mollie Eskew
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Big Kids Circle Time
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $10
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
This class is going to be a blast! Each month we will dive into a new book(s) and theme. The class will participate in fun games, crafts, music, and other activities related to our story and theme! Themes will include the celebration of upcoming holidays and seasons. We will spend most of class in an old school “circle time” circle. There will be plenty of breaks for dancing, learning educational songs, counting by 2’s, 5’s, and 10’s, and fun stories.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Typical school supplies – pencils, crayons, coloring pencils or markers, scissors, glue sticks
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
My name is Mollie Eskew. I graduated from CCA in 2021 and have been working with children for over 8 years. I was homeschooled from 3rd grade to graduation. I am looking forward to being apart of making learning fun and memorable for the kids! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your children’s education!
Teacher: Brittany Root
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM P.E.
Grades 1-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $5
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In P.E., students will have a blast getting their energy out through a variety of activities! We will practice sports skills, such as soccer and volleyball, we will play cooperative games that focus more on teamwork, such as dodgeball, kickball, and wiffle ball, and we will also participate in fun relay-type games. Other activities include strength training, stretching, parachute play, hula hoops, badminton, and more.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
My name is Brittany Root, and this will be my sixth year homeschooling my children, as well as my sixth year teaching at CCA. I previously taught for five years at a public middle school, and I taught English online to students in China. I have been a middle school tennis coach for nine years. My husband and I have three children, and we are members of Grace Life Baptist Church. I look forward to teaching your child this year!
Teacher: Susan Meyer
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Sign Language
Grades 1-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $0
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
The goal of this course is to introduce American Sign Language (ASL) and fingerspelling. During this course we will learn the manual alphabet, numbers, fingerspelling, and different topics of conversation using each week’s vocabulary words. Students will also learn the art of signing, the history of ASL, and Deaf culture awareness. We will also play games to reinforce our knowledge of vocabulary words. Additional classroom expectations will be discussed on the first day of class.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
“Optional book for this course: “”The Joy of Signing: A Dictionary of American Signs,”” Third Edition by Lottie L. Reikehof, PHD https://a.co/d/82zQtUj.”
Homework Estimate: No homework required, however I encourage to practice the vocabulary from the week.
Teacher Bio:
I graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, TN with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Sciences, with a major in Interior Design. My husband, Doug, of 24 years is a radiology technician at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Lebanon. We have five children: Gavin is married with one daughter, Jacob and Lucas are graduates of Heritage Christian Academy, Sammy will be a senior during the 2025-2026 school year, and Bree will be in nineth grade. I enjoy reading, building Lego sets, going to the movies, and spending time with my family. I am excited to be on this journey with you and your student. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Teacher: Myrna Berger
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM The Human Body
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
This class will learn about how our amazing bodies work. We will explore the main systems of our body and what their specific purposes are. We will discuss the main organs and how they work together for the system to function as a whole. Our class time together will consist of instruction along with hands-on learning. I will be using multiple resources to teach these lessons with a focus on God as the designer.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
” Hello! Blessings to you all! My name is Myrna Berger. I praise and give thanks to God for his marvelous works which my soul knows very well! I am married to Isaiah. We have four little blessings- Abram, Ezekiel, Thaddeus, and Tabitha. When I am not homeschooling my little ones, I enjoy reading my Bible, hiking, tent-camping, and serving in Student Ministry at The Journey Church. This is my family’s eighth year of homeschooling, my seventh year attending CCA, and my fifth year teaching at CCA. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, with a concentration in Public Relations. I am grateful for the Lord’s calling to homeschool and to teach in the homeschooling community.”
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