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: Timo Serrano
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Adventures in Spanish
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab:
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. 3rd-4th graders will understand that learning a new language is fun and can open doors for the future!”
Required Textbooks and Materials:
“Spanish Picture Dictionary Coloring Book: Over 1500 Spanish Words and Phrases for Creative & Visual Learners of All Ages (Color and Learn) ISBN-10 1951949439. Colored pencils.”
Homework Estimate: “20 minutes a day. Assigned pages from the coloring book Watching a well known movie in audio switched to Spanish ”
Teacher Bio:
My name is Timo Serrano. I was born in Southern California. My dad is 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: Carol Marion
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Art
Grades 3-4Tuition: 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:
Hi! My name is Carol, and the students call me “Miss Carol.” 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: Myrna Berger
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Super Science
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Biology, Physics, Chemistry and more! This class is filled with fun and educational hands-on lessons and experiments/activities that bring Science to life! We will make predictions, explore and record, and investigate groovy globs, freeze and frost, invisible skin, bending light and much 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: Christina Berger
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM The Great Cloud: Heroes of the Faith
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $15
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
During The Great Cloud-Hero’s of the Faith class, we will explore the lives of Christians that have gone before us paving the way. We will learn how God has used ordinary people to accomplish great things for His glory. We will take two weeks on each Hero. The first week we will read or watch on video about their story. The second week we will work on a “hands-on” project that highlights their life and accomplishments.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
The Torchlighters Ultimate Activity Book $15.79 on Amazon
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: Branden McGrath
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Archery
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Welcome to Archery Class. We will start from the beginning using the USA Archery National Training System. The goal of this class is not just to get kids to shoot a bow but to understand that Archery is about technique, form, and having fun. We will apply the steps of the NTS and learn about the equipment we shoot, the different styles of Archery, the scoring and targets of each, and mostly how to have fun in a sport we grow to love. They will do some target building, learn about bow mechanics, and ultimately leave this class knowing what Archery is truly about. Discipline, structure, and focus on Archery typically make a child a great life steward. To me, the real blessing is just that. Thank you for your interest in CCA archery class!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Please contact Branden McGrath *before buying* to ensure you are purchasing what is needed. In general, a Recurve or Genesis Compound Bow and arrows are needed for this class. The type can depend on your child’s size and what the bow will possibly be used for in the future. Additionally, an archery tab is needed to aid in shooting the bow (preferred is Bateman TC3 Three Finger Under Tab https://lancasterarchery.com/products/bateman-tc3-three-finger-under-tab ). http://www.lancasterarchery.com is a good source for finding the equipment needed. A soft or hard-shelled case for transporting and containing equipment at CCA is essential. Optional equipment needed: resistance exercise bands for physical therapy (Amazon/Walmart). **You may rent a bow from CCA for $75 for the year. Your child will not be able to take this bow home for practice. (An additional materials fee check will need to be written to CCA for $75 dated 5/1/25 at the time of registration if you are renting.)
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
I have been married to my wife, Katreece, for 22 years as of June 28th. We have three children: Kaden (2025 CCA Graduate), Jalyn 11th grade, and Emmie 9th grade. We own our own construction business, McGrath Construction. I have always loved bow hunting, but didn’t get into archery competitions until my son, Kaden, was about 7 years old. Back then, archery clubs weren’t as common as they are now, so I had to learn everything on my own. Due to the scarce population of archery clubs in Middle TN, I decided to start my own club, TN Triple Threat, in 2019. I obtained my Coach’s certification and began offering private lessons to archers around the area. As a family, we travel around the country for various competitions. Our team, TN Triple Threat, has won numerous state titles and National titles. Bobby Smith was a good friend of mine, and I had known him for a long time. It is with a heavy heart that I try to fill some big shoes. I promised him I would take care of his students, and I intend to do just that. I’m looking forward to sharing this sport with your child alongside my son, Kaden.
Teacher: Maggie Bleem
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Learning with Legos
Grades 3-4Tuition: 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
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM STEAM
Grades 3-4Tuition: 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:
None
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: Myrna Berger
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Super Science
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Biology, Physics, Chemistry and more! This class is filled with fun and educational hands-on lessons and experiments/activities that bring Science to life! We will make predictions, explore and record, and investigate groovy globs, freeze and frost, invisible skin, bending light and much 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: Amber Woods
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Write About It
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $10
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Students will be encouraged to be creative writers and have fun expressing themselves through writing. Along the way, students will learn the basic steps of the writing process: brainstorming, drafting, revising, and editing, as well as how to use graphic organizers and outlines to organize their thoughts during the writing process. Students will learn the basic structure of sentences and paragraphs. Students will learn to “revise” their writing by correcting spelling and punctuation and by adding descriptive words and details to make their writing pieces strong and interesting. Students will also explore the different types of writing: letters, informative, opinion, and narrative. Students will work at their own pace on each writing project. My goal is that every student becomes a better writer, but most importantly that students view writing in a positive light.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
1″ binder with the clear cover, pencils, and colored ink pens/markers
Homework Estimate: “No more than 30 minutes per week. Homework is only what they don’t finish in class. ”
Teacher Bio:
“I have been a homeschooling mom for 10 years. My kiddos are Aiden, a working adult, Lily Kate, an 8th grader, and Jake, a 6th grader this fall. Before my daughter was born, I taught kindergarten in the public school system, but have also taught various other grades and in the private sector. My husband, Walker, and I have been married for 17 years. We love our church, The Journey, and are very active in the various ministry opportunities found there. We love playing board games and dreaming about the days when we used to have free time. Most of our ‘free’ time these days is spent driving our children to basketball games/practices and ballet rehearsals. ”
Teacher: Carol Marion
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Art
Grades 3-4Tuition: 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:
Hi! My name is Carol, and the students call me “Miss Carol.” 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: Cortissa Scheiderich
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Outdoor Adventures and Learning
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $35
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In our class each week we sit around the faux fire and read from the book “My Side of the Mountain” by Jean Craighead. We follow the adventures of young Sam Gribley as he figures out how to live off the land of his Grandpa Gribley’s abandoned farm in the Catskill Mountains of upstate NY. We make nature journals, clay bando pots, falcon jesses, clay landforms, slingshots, an outdoor stove, and other cool outdoor things! We learn about foraging plants, trailblazing, maps/landforms, trees, ecosystems, birds, fish and building shelters. We eat acorn pancakes, bugs, and mussels, and drink sassafras tea. Most of all we gain a greater appreciation for the beautiful world God has given us to enjoy. Through our exploration and learning, we discover more about our awesome God and Creator!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Scissors, glue sticks, pencils, colored pencils, crayons and a compass.
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
I’m Cortissa Scheiderich. I’ve been married to my husband Larry for almost 25 years and we have 5 children (ages 21, 19, 11, 10 and 8) . I have homeschooled them from the very beginning. We have been a part of various types of homeschool co-ops, tutorials, and groups over the years in different states. I started a 501(c)3 homeschool co-op in 2012 and led it for three years until we moved away. That co-op continued to exist until 2023. I have three boys and enjoy being in nature! I’m excited to grow and have fun with your children, as we embark on this journey of the outdoors!
Teacher: Emily Sage
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM STEAM
Grades 3-4Tuition: 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:
None
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: 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: Mollie Eskew
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Tuttle Twins
Grades 3-4Tuition: 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: Sheila Wilson
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Children’s Book Writing
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $0
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Is your child creative? Loves to draw, doodle, write or is constantly making up stories? This creative writing class will focus on developing and honing their skills for children’s book writing! Students will learn how to develop and foster their unique creativity, improve writing, storyboard pages and clearly communicate ideas. Whether their focus and skills lean towards writing stories or drawing them, this class will be a great fit! The goal of this class is for each student to complete and present a children’s book by the end of the school year that would be ready for a parent to publish on Amazon or elsewhere if they desire! From silly stories, fun rhymes or great adventures this book writing class will be sure to launch your student’s creativity!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
We will be using lots of paper and writing tools in this class. Please be sure students have plenty of lined notebook paper, a folder with standard white printer paper, as well as a variety of their favorite writing utensils such as colored pencils, crayons, markers and pens. A dedicated 3-ring binder with all of this ready to go would be great!
Homework Estimate: 1-3 hours per week depending on each individual student’s creativity
Teacher Bio:
My name is Sheila Wilson, and this is my second year at CCA! My husband and I have 4 kiddos ranging in age from 6 to 14. Art, especially art used for and from a Christian perspective, has been a passion of mine since childhood. I graduated with a B.F.A. In Media and Performing Arts from Savannah College of Art and Design and have worked professionally in an artistic field in one form or another ever since. We have been homeschooling from the start with our kids and love sharing real-life applications with them in our small family businesses. I currently work multiple side jobs as a professional portrait photographer, ( http://www.SheilaWilsonPhotography.com ) graphic designer, website designer, and children’s book author. I also help in our family business, here in Lebanon, as the director of marketing.
Teacher: Danielle Winslow
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Geology/Botany
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
1st Semester – Using Apologia’s botany curriculum, students will explore botanical science, plant anatomy, classification, and much more. We will build a botany lap book and complete hands-on activities including planting a few things. 2nd Semester- Students will study layers of the earth, rocks & minerals, fossils, weathering & erosion and more. Using The Good and The Beautiful Geology curriculum, we will learn all about God’s creations. We will build a geology journal and complete hands-on activities.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
No textbook is required. The teacher will supply materials for botany lap book and geology journal. Students will need to bring color pencils, glue and scissors to class.
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
“Hello! My name is Danielle Winslow, and this is my fourth-year teaching at CCA. My family has been homeschooling for over seven years. I graduated from MTSU with a degree in Elementary Education. I have taught grades K-5 in public school and at other homeschool tutorials. I’m a Nashville native and currently reside in Castalian Springs with my husband and three children. I love studying God’s word, baking, dark chocolate and the beach. ”
Teacher: Brittany Root
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Marine Biology
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $10
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In this class, we will do a deep dive into the world of the ocean! Students will learn about many different parts of the ocean, including ocean characteristics, ocean zones, coral reefs, marine invertebrates (such as jellyfish, starfish, and crabs), as well as marine reptiles, mammals, and fish (such as sea turtles, sharks, whales, and manatees). We will be using the Good and the Beautiful curriculum with a variety of activities (and an occasional experiment!) as well as keeping a notebook to creatively display what we have learned to develop knowledge and understanding of the uniqueness of God’s creation – the ocean!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
binder, spiral notebook
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: 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: Emily Echols
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Tennessee State Notebook
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $15
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In this engaging and creative class, students will explore the rich history and unique features of Tennessee. Through research and hands-on activities, they will learn about the state’s flower, motto, bird, song, and nickname, as well as key historical events and the state capital. Students will also discover interesting places to visit and present their findings in a personalized state notebook. This class encourages creativity and initiative as students showcase the beauty of Tennessee in their own unique way!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
“Parents provide: Abeka “”My State Notebook”” fourth edition. Teacher will provide 3-ring binder and page protectors for the notebook, in addition to other needed supplies.”
Homework Estimate: occasional homework, less than an hour a week, some weeks none
Teacher Bio:
Emily has been married to Jeremy for 23 years and has one daughter, Maddy, who attends CCA. Emily has been homeschooling her daughter for 6 years and taught in public and private schools before that. She coaches softball and loves to spend time with her family doing anything outdoors! She also loves her church where she teaches 7th grade girls groups and loves to spend time with them teaching them how to follow God. Emily graduated from East Texas Baptist University where she played softball and received a degree in education.
Teacher: Andrea Reyes
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM 50 States
Grades 3-4Tuition: 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 in 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, 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: 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: Danielle Winslow
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Story of the World Volume 3: Early Modern Times
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
We will be using Story of the World Volume 3, Early Modern Times to bring students on an adventure to learn about the Sun King, how the samurai became sumo wrestlers, what the Black Hold of Calcutta was, and why a California town was named Ground Hog Glory! We will take our time reading the curriculum in class and have corresponding hands-on activities such as mapping, crafts, and games.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
No textbook is required. Students will need to bring color pencils, glue and scissors to class.
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
“Hello! My name is Danielle Winslow, and this is my fourth-year teaching at CCA. My family has been homeschooling for over seven years. I graduated from MTSU with a degree in Elementary Education. I have taught grades K-5 in public school and at other homeschool tutorials. I’m a Nashville native and currently reside in Castalian Springs with my husband and three children. I love studying God’s word, baking, dark chocolate and the beach. ”
Teacher: Lisa Widelock
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Zoology
Grades 3-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Become a zoologist and join our adventure as we discover 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 students who may want to take it in both the 3rd and 4th grades.***
Required Textbooks and Materials:
All materials provided
Homework Estimate: Occasional homework activities
Teacher Bio:
“I am excited to explore God’s awesome animal creations 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, and 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: Amber Woods & Misty Hunter
UEC History
Grade 4Tuition: 30 weeks (1-hour class) – $230
Materials Fee: $15
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
This will be a team taught complete history class for 4th, 5th and 6th grade UEC students. We will be studying the year 3 book in the America’s story series by Masterbooks. This book covers from 1900 to the present. We will be reading and learning through story, video and fun projects in class.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Masterbooks: America’s Story 3 student book
Homework Estimate: no more than 30 minutes a day
Teacher Bio:
“I have been a homeschooling mom for 10 years. My kiddos are Aiden, a working adult, Lily Kate, an 8th grader, and Jake, a 6th grader this fall. Before my daughter was born, I taught kindergarten in the public school system, but have also taught various other grades and in the private sector. My husband, Walker, and I have been married for 17 years. We love our church, The Journey, and are very active in the various ministry opportunities found there. We love playing board games and dreaming about the days when we used to have free time. Most of our ‘free’ time these days is spent driving our children to basketball games/practices and ballet rehearsals. My name is Misty Hunter, and I have homeschooled my two girls for over eight years now. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education Grades 1-8 and a Master’s Degree in Administration and Leadership. This is my seventh year teaching for CCA, and I taught in the public school system for 10 years. My passion is to educate children. My goal is to teach in a positive nature in which children learn to love the process of learning. I enjoy teaching with hands-on, real-life techniques.”
Teacher: Amber Woods
UEC Language Arts
Grade 4Tuition: 30 weeks (1-hour class) – $230
Materials Fee: $15
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
This is a complete Language Arts class for 4th graders. We will cover writing, grammar, reading, spelling and vocabulary. We will read multiple novels with projects covering written reports, group presentations, and creative demonstrations of learning.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
“Growing with Grammar Level 4 Student Workbook and Manual Novel list will be emailed at the beginning of June, 1″” binder, pencils and a colored ink pen”
Homework Estimate: 30 minutes to an hour a day
Teacher Bio:
“I have been a homeschooling mom for 10 years. My kiddos are Aiden, a working adult, Lily Kate, an 8th grader, and Jake, a 6th grader this fall. Before my daughter was born, I taught kindergarten in the public school system, but have also taught various other grades and in the private sector. My husband, Walker, and I have been married for 17 years. We love our church, The Journey, and are very active in the various ministry opportunities found there. We love playing board games and dreaming about the days when we used to have free time. Most of our ‘free’ time these days is spent driving our children to basketball games/practices and ballet rehearsals. ”
Teacher: Misty Hunter
UEC MATH: Grade 4
Grade 4Tuition: 30 weeks (1-hour class) – $230
Materials Fee: $15
Optional Lab: There will be an optional Math Club for students that need extra help and/or extra practice with math skills. It will be after our UEC school day for an hour (if a classroom is available for us). This will help students to understand and master skills taught, as well as, provide homework assistance in a small group setting. This will be optional.
Class Description:
Fourth graders will learn and master all fourth grade math skills to prepare them for fifth grade math. (Abeka is a thorough math program.) We will learn new skills weekly and homework will support those skills. Challenges will be presented in a stress-free way, and a group setting will help students learn math in a fun way!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
Abeka Math Book 4
Homework Estimate: 2-3 hours weekly
Teacher Bio:
My name is Misty Hunter, and I have been homeschooling for nine years. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Administration and Leadership. I have taught several years at CCA (and I love it!). I serve on the Leadership Team. I love teaching students in a safe, encouraging, and motivating setting. My goal is for students to learn to love the process of learning.
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