THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY ENRICHMENT COOPERATIVE

2010-2011

 

Guidelines for parents are here too (pdf)

Guidelines for parents are here (Word .docx Document)

Guidelines for parents are here (Word .doc Document)

Snow Policy:In the event of inclement weather we will email you as soon as we know if the church building is going to be open. The latest a decision will be made is 10:30am. Please make sure you are on the Thoughtful Thursday email list. We will also try to update the calendar on this website if THTH is canceled.

First semester Sept.  8 -Nov 17  Snow day make up Dec.1 & 8
Second semester Jan 5 -April 26 Snow day make up May 3 & 10
TTEC Committee Contact Information:
Julianna Burgess(Facilities)
264-6281
jmcburgess@hotmail.com

Betsy Mennona (Supervision)
268-0141
betsyjmennona@gmail.com

Listed below are the classes for the current semester for the Thoughtful Thursday Enrichment Cooperative (TTEC) which meets at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. The fall semester begins on the first Thursday after Labor Day and ends on the Thursday before Thanksgiving. Winter semester will begin on the 1st Thursday following New Year's Day and end on the last Thursday in April. Classes begin at 11:30 and run until 3:30.
We are so blessed to have this group of teachers to share their God-given gifts with us! Please contact them directly (their contact information is listed below) to learn more about what they are offering and to reserve a spot in their class for your children.
To participate in TTEC, you must do 5 things:
1) Read and agree with the guidelines for the cooperative.
2) Complete the information sheet.
3) Pay a one time per semester non-refundable facility fee of $10 per child to Mt. Vernon Church, either with a check or cash, on the first day of classes for your child. ($25 max per family)
4) Bring the information sheet and facility fee on first day of classes. If you are beginning classes after that date, give your information sheet and facility fee to the parent who is serving as the "Monitor" (will be wearing an lanyard). Receipts are available
5) Monitor 1 or 2 times per year (depending on how many families participate & to be explained at meeting).

THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY FALL 2011

	GYM ROOM 5100	1101	1102	1103	1104	1107	1108	1109	1200	1201	2201 CHOIR ROOM
11:30		DRAWING 1,2,3 Ages 11+ (Soukup)			CHOIR (Bullock)	BALLET 1 Ages 5-8 (Miller)		Latin Gr 2-5 (Gregory)			MUSIC THEORY 13yrs. + (Mikkola)
12:30		ART FUN- DAMENTALS Ages 9+ (Soukup)	ART Ages 6-9 (Burnett)		RECORDER/ MUSIC HIS. Ages 7+ (Bullock)	PRE BALLET Ages 3-5 (Miller)		CURRENT EVENTS Gr 5th + (Gregory)			PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS (Mikkola)
1:30	ATHLETIC SKILLS Ages 8+ (Lowe)	ART FUN- DAMENTALS Ages 5-8 (Soukup)	ART Ages 10+ (Burnett)		SCIENCE IN MUSIC/ GENERAL MUSIC (Bullock)						BEGINNER BAND (Mikkola)
2:30		PAINTING TECH/STYLE Ages 10+ (Soukup)	ART Ages 10+ (Burnett)						GENERAL SCIENCE Gr. 6th + (Domermuth)		ADVANCED BAND (Mikkola)

 

TEACHER CONTACT INFORMATION

 

Bullock, Ruth 828-964-9006 jer2911momx3@yahoo.com

Burnett, Rebecca 297-5221

 

Domermuth, Paula 964-9378 domermuth@yahoo.com

Gregory, LeAnn 262-5005 careyg@bram.net

Lowe, Brian 828-264-3074 blowe@choosehope.org

Mikkola, Gary 828-773-4725 BooneMusicProf@gmail.com

Miller, Rebecca 336-385-1522 pirouette_23@yahoo.com

Soukup, Holly 828-268-0671 hhsoukup@bellsouth.net

 

CLASS DESCRIPTION & TEACHER INFORMATION

 

Bullock, Ruth
Choir
In this class the student will learn proper vocal technique, breathing and diction, and sound placement while singing a variety of songs. The student will learn note reading, have an introduction to part singing and will learn how to follow a conductor. We will also set a goal of performing a mini musical as well as other performances at local nursing homes.
Cost for class $6.00 per class
Age 2nd grade and up. 
A one year commitment is preferred.
Up to 25 can attend.

Beginning to Intermediate Recorder Choir and Music History Class
In this class, the beginning student will learn the notes of the treble clef and play the soprano recorder. The intermediate student will play harmony and harder accompaniment parts on the soprano and alto recorders. Easy arrangements of classical songs, folk songs, hymns, and popular songs will be learned for fun and performance. Students will also learn about various composers from the Baroque Period to the present day. Note reading is not required, but would be helpful. However, consistent practice is required. 
Cost of soprano recorder and music book is $7.00-10.00 depending on enrollment.
Alto recorder cost - to be determined. 
Class fee $ 6.00 per class. Ages 7 yrs and up. (Younger students may enroll with teacher approval.) Up to 15 students can attend.

Science in Music/General Music Class
This class will introduce students to basic musical concepts through easy to make scientific projects and/or experiments. The first unit is Hearing sounds. We will explore sound waves, vibrations, pitches and other concepts. The student will also learn basic rhythm, note reading, movement, play rhythm band instruments, drums, Orff instruments, and learn basic vocal technique. 
Material Fee of $2 per Month if needed 
Cost per class $6.00 
Age K-3rd grade. Up to 15 students can attend.

Private Piano, Voice, and Concert Band Instrument Lessons Offered
Special Price for Home Schoolers and Grace Academy students 30 min. lesson, weekly, $60 a month.
If you are interested in private voice, concert band instruments or piano lessons please contact me for scheduling.
Ruth Bullock has a BM degree in Music Education, BM degree in Voice Performance, MA degree in Music Education/Jr College Teaching, MA degree in Voice Performance.

I have taught private voice, beginning to intermediate piano lessons, concert band instrument lessons for over 25 years. I have sung professionally in FL, NC, and SC.  I have taught music in the FL and NC public schools. 

Burnett, Rebecca
Art Classes

12:30 - approx. 6-9 with some 5 yr. olds allowed if they are working very independently and follow directions well;
1:30 and 2:30 - approx 10 and up, with some allowances made.

The focus of this class is to introduce students to numberous masters, study their work and concepts, and create our own pieces using their techniques and ideas! Some examples include Impressionistic landscape paintings in acrylics, animal portraiture and realism studying Audubon, watercolors studying Winslow Homer and Hokusai, Pastels and Portrature studying Mary Cassatt, Pen and Ink, Printmaking, and Scratchboard etchings studying Albrecht Durer, plus others~ including clay modeling and abstract, geometric optical illusions. Some concepts all children learn about include: how to make a foreground advance and a backgound recede, one point perspective, using shapes to develop accurate realism, how to develop an accurate portrait, impasto painting, use of warm and cool colors, symmetry and asymmetry , points to devlop a stong composition, and more. Much of our work focuses on realism and Impressionism, a well as freehand accurate draftsmanship. Drawing is done on all pieces so drawing skills are not neglected! Class cost: $4 per student plus $5 material fee per semester. 

Domermuth, Paula
General Science

“is designed to be a student’s first systematic introduction to the sciences, and covers such topics as the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, archaeology, geology, paleontology, biology, and human anatomy and physiology.” We will be doing lots of hands-on experiments and loosely follow Dr. Jay Wile's general science curriculum, but will be adding in some other topics and overall general science knowledge. This class is appropriate for ages 10-13 as the last science class before more formal ones. 

Paula Domermuth graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s of science degree in chemical engineering from VA Tech. After working several years in industry, I became a stay-at-home mom and began homeschooling my first son in kindergarten. After 20 years, I finished my personal homeschooling with my 3 children and began private tutoring in math and SAT prep, as well as teaching chemistry, precalculus, and physical science for two years to homeschool high school students. I have also run a successful home-based Creative Memories business for 13 years. 964-9378 domermuth@yahoo.com

Gregory, LeAnn
God's World News- Current events from a Biblical world view

Ages 4th-12th grades
In this class we will be using current events to educate and develop students in a biblical view of the world. It will focus on news stories using practical tools (explainers, maps, charts, graphs, and illustrations) to educate and provide students the knowledge needed truly to understand important issues and events. Students will be encouraged to act upon what they learn and become not only "hearers" of the word but "doers" in the spirit of James1:22
We will be using God's World News magazine (a publication of World News) which is available at 6 different reading levels. Each student will receive a copy of the monthly magazine (7 magazines total) at the level they choose. 
Cost: $6 per class (7 issue magazine subscription included!)
About me: After graduating from University of Tennessee with a degree in Broadcast Communications in 1990 I joined the staff of Campus Crusade for Christ where I worked for 4 years at Auburn University teaching Bible study skills to University students and speaking in the Greek system from a Biblical world view. For the next 11 years I taught Bible study methods in Croatia (former Yugoslavia) to students at the University of Zagreb while opening a Campus Crusade ministries around the countries of Croatia and Bosnia. I continue to teach Biblical world view and Bible study methods to students involved in Campus Crusade at ASU in Boone. I love to see students learn to discover the truths of God's word on their own and develop the ability to use this knowledge to evaluate the world around them from a Biblical perspective.

Lowe, Brian

Sport's Technique

Boys only. Ages 8+ 
This is a fitness class that will teach and drill the fundamentals of soccer, basketball, baseball, and general fitness. The principles of healthy competition and sportsmanship will be encouraged. This class will be filled with lots of exercise and fun. blowe@choosehope.org

Mikkola, Gary

Music Theory

This course provides an understanding of music theory principles including key, scale construction, types of scales, intervals, and chords.  In addition various rhythms will be used and the student will be expected to compose simple pieces using the information presented in the class.  An introduction to sight-singing using movable DO will be included.  This course is intended for those 13 and up (or mature 12 year olds).  Class is $50 for the entire semester, and students signed up for band can do the course for half-price.
 Mr. Miikkola is an Adjunct Professor of Music at Piedmont Baptist College, teaches privately at two Christian schools as well as in Boone, and has been a home-school dad.

Beginner Band

This band is for students with little or no instrument experience Instruments taught include flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and drums (note reference to strings below). Minimum age is 10 years old though we sometimes have students as old as 17. Each family is required to provide the instrument as well as accessories such as music and reeds. A Christmas and a spring concert will be performed.

Advanced Band

Advanced band is for more experienced players typically age 12 and over. . It features music of different styles that relies on independent parts. String instrument players (like violin) are welcome. A Christmas and a spring concert will be performed.

Private Lessons

In addition to band instruments, Mr Mikkola teaches guitar and beginning piano. If time is not available at TT, Mr. Mikkola also teaches at people's homes. For band students who want to excel, it is recommended that private lessons are taken in addition to band. 

Mr Mikkola is a home school dad who is an adjunct professor at Piedmont Baptist College. He shares his time teaching both classes and privately between Boone and at the college. He has a Bachelors of Music Education and a Masters of Education, both from Lowell State College in Massachusetts. 

Miller, Rebecca
Pre-Ballet (ages 3 –5)   This class will focus on the fundamentals of ballet, taught through movement games, songs, and such creative mediums as: flags, silks, and ribbons. In addition, 3 to 5 year olds will learn more advanced individual pedestrian movement (skipping, gallop, and hopping), beginning stretching techniques, basic barre exercises, and cooperative movement. Children may (but are not required to) also participate in the Christmas ballet, Immanuel: The Promise.

Ballet 1 (ages 6 - 8)   A beginner ballet class for ages 6 – 8, Ballet 1 will challenge those students who have already had some prior experience. The focus of this class will be on traditional ballet class structure, learning terminology, continuing technique, improving alignment and posture, and memorizing choreography. Dancers will learn more advanced barre exercises as well as more complex across the floor and center combinations. An exciting opportunity to participate in the Christmas ballet, Immanuel: The Promise, will conclude the semester.

 

Soukup, Holly
Drawing Classes: (ages 11-up)
Classic Drawing Techniques 1 This course is for older students who want to strengthen their drawing skills.  Tips and techniques used by artists throughout history will be explored.. Students will use pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, chalk pastels, conte, etc.

Classic Drawing Techniques 2 This course is for students who previously completed drawing 1. Students will be given topics or ideas that they will develop by  using a combination of drawing tools and students photo references. This course explore drawing skills with an emphasis on creativity.

Drawing 3  This course is for students who previously completed drawing 1 and 2.  Students will use techniques learned from both drawing courses to develop an art series. A continual  theme/idea, subject or color is to be carried throughout a series of drawings. Before each project, students will be asked to bring reference photos or samples of artists and/or styles and ideas that interest them. Students may use one or more drawing medium of their choice.

Drawing Independent Study This study program is for parents in need of artistic guidance, or students who previous completed drawing classes. Under the guidance of Holly, students draw their own subject matters of choice, in any drawing media of choice.

Art Fun age 9-up is a course designed for students who like to experiment with a variety of mediums such as paint, watercolor, printing, pencil, clay or paper mache, etc. In this program students learn basic art concepts that involve line, shape, color, composition, etc. While learning these art fundamentals, students explore their own ideas and creativity. Art history or well known artists are discussed with each project.
Art projects usually fall into one of the following categories: Mastering the masters (study styles of famous artists), Learning to see (study of drawing), Play days (creativity explored) Art around the world (multi-cultural art explored)

Art Fun ages 5-8  is a course similar to the 12:30 class but taught at a lower level, appropriate for age 5- 8 year old students.

Painting Techniques and Styles (age 10-up) is a course offered for students desiring to experiment with painting styles and techniques used by masters of various schools of art throughout history. Students will experiment in acrylic paints, and also some water color paints. Techniques such as chiaroscuro, glazing, impasto, scumbling, etc. may be explored. Different well known artists will be featured and discussed  each school year.
Fee:  $6 per class/$20 yearly supply fee.  Ask about discounts.