8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Learning with Legos
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $30
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Who is ready to be creative and learn with legos? In Learning with Legos we will work on a range of projects that encompass Science, Math, Engineering, Language Arts, and Social Studies. Each class will have an objective and activity to complete followed by a class discussion. There will be many group activities. 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 to be teaching your child this year! This will be my fourth year homeschooling my children and my third year teaching at CCA. My husband and I have four children Henry (7th grade), Teddy (5th grade), Louie (3nd grade), and Benny (1st grade). 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: Myrna Berger
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Our World of Wonders
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $15
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:
Pencil, crayons, scissors, and glue.
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello! Blessings to you all! My name is Myrna Berger. 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 ninth year of homeschooling, my eighth year attending CCA, and my sixth 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: 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:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello, I’m Emily! This will be my 9th year homeschooling, 8th year teaching at a co-op or tutorial, 6th year at CCA, and 5th 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 19 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: Danielle Smith
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Machines of History
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Get ready to travel through time and discover the great Machines of History! In this exciting class designed especially for younger students, we will explore amazing inventions that changed the world! Everything from the wheel and axel and Roman aqueducts to drawbridges, catapults, and even airplanes. Through hands-on crafts, presentations, fun videos, and class discussions, students will uncover how these powerful machines worked and why they were so important in shaping the world we know today. With creativity, curiosity, and plenty of interactive learning, students will think like engineers, inventors, and explorers as they discover how simple ideas became history changing innovations.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello! My name is Danielle Smith and I’m so excited to be teaching your child this year! My husband and I have two incredible boys, Asher (10) and Jude (8). We have called Lebanon home for the past 7 years & attend Immanuel Baptist Church.This is my second year homeschooling my children and our first year at CCA. I am passionate about nurturing a love of learning and can’t wait to begin this exciting journey!
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 experiments and interactive learning. Students will explore exciting topics such as gravity, force and motion, weather, and many more areas of science. Young scientists will practice scientific thinking by asking questions, making hypotheses, conducting experiments, observing results, analyzing discoveries, and discussing what they learn together. My goal is to create a fun, engaging environment where curiosity grows and children gain confidence exploring the world around them. I look forward to having fun learning 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 4th 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: Myrna Berger
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM The Human Body
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $15
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:
Pencil, crayons, scissors, and glue.
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello! Blessings to you all! My name is Myrna Berger. 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 ninth year of homeschooling, our eighth year attending CCA, and my sixth 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: Mollie Eskew
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Tuttle Twins: American Government
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $10
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: No homework
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
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Adventures in Spanish
Grades 1-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $15
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Hola! Get ready to learn all about the wonderful language of Spanish! In this class, students will focus on learning and practicing Spanish vocabulary with topics including conversational phrases, numbers, colors, animals, days of the week, months, food, seasons, emotions, family members, and more! Students will participate in activities and games each week to reinforce vocabulary learned. We will also learn about some of the amazing countries that speak Spanish!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
3-ring binder (all other materials will be provided)
Homework Estimate: 10 min. per day of vocabulary practice (optional, but very helpful!)
Teacher Bio:
My name is Brittany Root, and this will be our seventh year to homeschool, as well as my seventh year teaching at CCA. I previously taught ESL (English as a Second Language) at a public middle school, where I gained experience speaking Spanish to both students and parents! I was one class shy of receiving a minor in Spanish in college, and I have been to Mexico two times. I also taught English online to students in China for a short time. I have been a middle school tennis coach for ten 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: Christina Berger
10:00 AM – 11:00 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. Each week we will work on their listening skills, ability to follow directions and stay on task all in a fun environment.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hi! My name is Christina. I am married to Emmanuel and we have two kids, Nehemiah (14) and Eden (11). Our family will be starting our fifth year at CCA and we have been so blessed by it. I am looking forward to using my love of books and crafting in a fun, hands-on class. I look forward to meeting you and your kiddos!
Teacher: Lisa Widelock
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Leaping into Literature
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $10
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: 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-six 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 experiments and interactive learning. Students will explore exciting topics such as gravity, force and motion, weather, and many more areas of science. Young scientists will practice scientific thinking by asking questions, making hypotheses, conducting experiments, observing results, analyzing discoveries, and discussing what they learn together. My goal is to create a fun, engaging environment where curiosity grows and children gain confidence exploring the world around them. I look forward to having fun learning 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 4th 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: Makenna Dodd
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Nature Explorers
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $20
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
“In this class, students will spend time learning about nature by actually being in it. We will watch caterpillars turn into butterflies, grow and care for plants, dissect pumpkins, and explore all of God’s creation. Throughout the seasons, students will keep nature journals to use during our nature walks by drawing and writing about what they observe & wonder about the outdoors. The class will be guided by the Fields and Flowers curriculum and will encourage curiosity, hands-on learning, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world through exploration, observation, and creativity. ”
Required Textbooks and Materials:
A primary journal.
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
HI!! I attended CCA all throughout high school and have so many great memories from my time here, which makes being a teacher here extra meaningful. This is my first year teaching at CCA but 4th year teaching overall. I cannot wait to get to know my students and families and have a great year together!!
Teacher: Myrna Berger
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Pom Dance
Grades 1-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Pom Dance is a high-energy, fast-paced class that blends jazz, hip-hop, and technical cheer skills. Focused on precision, sharpness, and synchronization, this class will utilize pom-poms to enhance visual effects in routines. Students learn routines, formations, jumps, turns, and kicks, for our end of year performance at the CCA talent show in April. *Performance is a required part of this girls only class.* Poms and bows for our performance will be purchased and are included with your material supply fee. Parents will need to supply a pair of black leggings and a white t-shirt for our end of year performance.
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello! Blessings to you all! My name is Myrna Berger. 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 ninth year of homeschooling, our eighth year attending CCA, and my sixth 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: Maggie Bleem
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Spies & Secret Codes
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
Step into the world of secret missions and undercover adventures in this exciting class of Spies & Secret Codes! This class will be hands-on and will introduce young agents to the fascinating history of actual spies and the important roles they played during major world wars. Students will learn real spy skills as they dust for fingerprints, solve logic puzzles, crack secret codes, explore fun science experiments, and work together to escape thrilling escape room challenges. Students will learn how observation, critical thinking, and curiosity make great spies. Get ready for mystery, discovery, and plenty of fun as we train the next generation of junior agents!
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
Hello! My name is Maggie Bleem and I’m so excited to be teaching your child this year! This will be my fourth year homeschooling my children and my third year teaching at CCA. My husband and I have four children Henry (7th grade), Teddy (5th grade), Louie (3nd grade), and Benny (1st grade). 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: 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: 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-six 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 50 states
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $25
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:
Pencils, paper, crayons, scissors, glue
Homework Estimate: No homework
Teacher Bio:
My name is Mollie Eskew. I graduated from CCA in 2021 and have been working with children for over 9 years. I was homeschooled from 3rd grade to graduation. I am looking forward to being a part of making learning fun and memorable for the kids! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your children’s education!
Teacher: Nicole Chambers
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Chess Club
Grades 1-2Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $15
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
“We are going to have a fun time together learning and playing chess! This Chess Club is intended to help introduce young students to the game as well as give students who already play an opportunity to sharpen their skills with peers. I will use Storytime Chess to teach about how the different pieces move and the Batsford Chess for Children books to teach strategy. I also plan to incorporate a critical thinking riddle into our weekly class time.”
Required Textbooks and Materials:
None
Homework Estimate: None
Teacher Bio:
I have homeschooled since 2020 and my oldest started at CCA in 2021. This year I will have a 6th, 4th and 1st grader at CCA. I have taught various classes at church as well as tutored for our local Classical Conversations co-op and subbed at CCA for multiple teachers. I really enjoy teaching and work hard to engage each student so that they enjoy learning. I used Storytime Chess to teach my daughter how to play as a kindergartener and she still talks about how much fun she had learning that way. I’m excited to join CCA as a teacher this year!
Teacher: Brittany Root
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Elementary P.E.
Grades 1-4Tuition: 24 weeks (1-hour class) – $176
Materials Fee: $0
Optional Lab:
Class Description:
In Elementary P.E., students will have a blast getting their energy out through a variety of activities! We will practice sports skills, play cooperative games that focus more on teamwork, such as dodgeball, kickball, and wiffle ball, and also participate in other fun games, like jackpot and freeze tag. 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 our seventh year to homeschool, as well as my seventh year teaching at CCA. I previously taught for five years at a public middle school, as well as English online to students in China. I have been a middle school tennis coach for ten 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
1:30 PM – 2:30 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.
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