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North Point BaptistHomeschool MinistryWorkshops

Fall 2016 Semester

Revised 4/2016

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North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry Workshops1040 Lower Flat Creek Rd.Alexander, NC

Dear Prospective Workshop Family,

Thank you for the interest you have shown in North Point Workshops. Our organization is made up of Christian families who support one another in their efforts to educate their children at home. Our support group and Workshop program are open to all area homeschoolers. Workshop volunteer staff and lead instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church Homeschool Ministry receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-members. New families are very welcome and included as space is available. All Workshop participants must join North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry support group. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

It is important for you to note that North Point Workshops are a true co-op. Parents are required to serve two hours in one of the following areas: lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery assistant, preschool assistant, or floater. Parents have the option of using the third hour as personal time, but must remain on the church campus. Other than a small registration fee, all of our Workshops are free or materials costs only, as our instructors volunteer their time and talents. To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child.

If you choose to attend our Workshops, please read all the information contained in the handbook and keep it in a safe place.

Enclosed you will find our Fall 2016 Workshop information. This information contains: the Fall Schedule with registration information, our Purpose Statement, Guidelines, Policies and Procedures, Statement of Faith, Workshop Descriptions, Instructor Bios, as well as the forms necessary for registration. In your information packet, the Family Application is first. Please fill this out completely. The Parent Agreement and Student Agreement forms are next. Please go over all Policies and Guidelines with your children and then have them sign these forms. All children in your family can sign the same copy of the agreement.

The Workshop Request is next. These need to be filled out with the classes that each child desires to take. Since we can not guarantee that all classes will still have space available when filling out your forms, all money totals from these forms will be transferred to the Payment Form on registration day, added, and a check made payable to North Point Homeschool Ministry for the total that day. New member registration must be done in person on Thursday, May 5, 2016, 1-2pm at Maranatha Baptist Church at 1040 Lower Flat Creek Rd., Alexander. (Please be aware that due to our space/building constraints, we need to limit our registration to 40 families for the Workshop classes, this will include those families returning from the spring semester, as well as, new families. Thank you for your understanding.)

Families returning to the Workshop program from the Spring 2016 semester need only fill out the Workshop Request, Membership Form, and Payment Form.

We're looking forward to having a great spring semester of North Point Workshops and hope you will join us! May the Lord bless your homeschooling!

Sincerely,Kristi BaileyNorth Point Workshops Administrator

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Fall 2016 CalendarRegistration for NPBHM members** Thursday, May 5, 2016, 8:30-9am &

9-9:30am

Registration for non-members** Thursday, May 5, 2016, 1-2pm

All Registrations will take place at: Maranatha Baptist Church1040 Lower Flat Creek RoadAlexander, NC

Mandatory Workshop Meeting Monday, August 22, 2016 @ 6:30pmFirst Day of Workshops Thursday, August 25, 2016Last Day of Workshops for Spring Semester Thursday, November 10, 2016

Registration InformationOur volunteer staff and lead instructors receive first preference in enrolling their children. Then returning homeschool ministry members receive second priority enrollment in our Workshops. Non-members are very welcome and included as space is available. To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment for members must be done on member registration day(s). Non-member registration must be done in person by a parent or legal guardian of the participating child on the scheduled non-member registration date for a given semester. ALL fees MUST be paid at the time of registration .**Workshop registration packets must be printed prior to registration dates from our web sitehttp://northpointbaptist.org/Homeschool.html . All paperwork must be read and filled out BEFORE registration. **

Inclement Weather PolicyNorth Point Workshops will make determinations about closings due to weather conditions by 8:30 a.m. on Workshop days. Workshop participants will be placed on an e-mail loop which will be our main means of communication. Please check your e-mail after 8:30 a.m. on Workshop days for any special notices about bad weather.

Who to contact if you have questions:

Workshop Administrator Kristi Bailey [email protected]

Assistant Administrator Corinne Ptak [email protected]

Nursery through age 2 Coordinator Angela Casteel [email protected]

Preschool Coordinator Heather Bullman 231-4185 [email protected]

Lower Elementary Coordinator Amy Castellani [email protected]

Upper Elementary Coordinator Susannah Richmond [email protected]

Jr. /Sr. High Coordinator Nadine Robinson [email protected]

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Workshops OverviewAs homeschool parents, we feel that God has called and enabled us to homeschool our children. We feel that cooperatively we can provide enrichment opportunities that may not be possible on our own. North Point Workshops is a co-op that meets weekly on Thursday mornings from 9:30am to 12:40pm at Maranatha Baptist Church, 1040 Lower Flat Creek Rd., Alexander. Our calendar year is broken down into two semesters. The fall semester is: August-November and the spring semester is January-April. Our Homeschool Ministry support group and Workshop program are open to all area homeschoolers. Workshop volunteer staff and lead instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church Homeschool Members receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-members. New families are very welcome and included as space is available All Workshop participants must join North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry support group. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

All families must arrive by 9:30 a.m. to help with the set up necessary for Workshops. All Workshop classes begin at 9:45 a.m. Lower Elementary Workshops (K-1st grades), Upper Elementary Workshops (2rd-4th grades), Junior High Workshops (5th-7th) and Senior High Workshops (8th-12th grades) are divided into three 55 minute blocks. Parents are required to serve at least two hours in one of the following areas: lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery/preschool assistant, or floater. Parents have the option of using the other hour as personal time, but must remain on the church campus the entire time Workshops are in session . In addition, all families will be assigned cleaning duties each week to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions and are required to remain after Workshops to complete them. Since we are a true co-op and not a drop off educational program, you must choose to sign up for all 3 class periods offered in order to participate in the co-op. This is to ease the difficulty in assigning volunteer hours.

All groups offered are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only. The groups offered vary from semester to semester, and are determined by the willingness of group members to lead. Members lead most of the groups; however, we also have people who volunteer their time and talents to lead.

All families who participate in North Point Workshops must join the support group. Support group membership is $20.00 per family per year. In addition, there is a workshop registration fee of $15.00 per family per semester. Some classes may have fees to cover material costs. All registration fees and materials fees are nonrefundable.

Purpose StatementThe purpose of North Point Workshops is to provide high quality, academically challenging, spiritually uplifting enrichment workshops to supplement, support, encourage, but not replace, what is being learned at home. The spiritual objective of North Point Workshops is to provide a learning environment which supports and encourages Christian faith and discipleship.

Guidelines, Policies and ProceduresNorth Point Workshops are a part of North Point Baptist Church’s Homeschool Ministry (NPBHM). Membership in the homeschool ministry is required to participate in the Workshop program.

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Parent/Student ParticipationIt is extremely important to remember that North Point Workshops are a cooperative effort on the part of parents, their children, and instructors. We will not continue to exist if one of these elements is missing.

Parents should read and be in agreement with the Purpose Statement, Guidelines, and Policies and Procedures for the Workshops Program.

As a true co-op, Workshop participants are REQUIRED to take part in the entire program; all three Workshop periods. This is necessary to facilitate proper volunteer staffing.

A parent is required to remain in the building THE ENTIRE TIME their child is present at the Workshops regardless of the age of the child. (Parents with a strong need to co-op with another family can present this need to the Workshop Administrator or Assistant Administrator IN WRITING **PRIOR** to registration. These requests will be considered on an individual basis).

AbsencesChildren are responsible for attending each workshop for which they are registered. (Even if there is no charge for the workshop, the instructor has made a commitment and has spent time preparing for each student who is registered.) Adult absences of teachers, assistant teachers, etc. must be reported to the Workshop Coordinator, Kristi Bailey @ 768-9562, along with the people you have subbing for you, as soon as possible. THREE absences, without valid excuses, will result in not being permitted to register for the next semester’s Workshops. Please view your participation in Workshops as a commitment and plan to attend all sessions if at all possible.

Tardy PolicyAll families must arrive by   9:30 a.m.  to help with the set up necessary for Workshops. There will be a sign–in sheet as you enter to ensure a prompt arrival time and families arriving after 9:30 a.m. will be considered tardy. THREE tardies during the semester will result in not being permitted to register for the next semester's Workshops.  **However, we understand there are circumstances beyond our control (traffic, car trouble, weather, etc.) and tardies are the result in these situations. If you are running late, please call our Assistant Administrator: Corinne Ptak @ (814) 602-7298 to let her know you are on your way. Then the Workshop Coordinator will deem whether or not your circumstance is a valid tardy or not.

RegistrationOur volunteer instructors are given first preference in enrolling their children. North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry members receive priority enrollment in our Workshop program. Enrollment for members must be done in person on the designated registration session(s) for members. Non- member parents must attend the non-member registration session. Workshop registration packets must be printed from the web site prior to registration day to speed the process. All paperwork must be read and filled out prior to registration. ALL fee payments must be made at the time of registration. ALL registrations must be done in person by a parent or legal guardian of the participating child on the scheduled registration date for a given semester. *Please note: There will be no workshop registrations accepted after Thursday, May 5th.*

Schedule ChangesYou will have a one-week grace period after the final registration in which to make changes to your child’s schedule. During this grace period, you must contact the Workshops Administrator to make schedule changes pending availability. After this grace period, any request to make changes to your child’s schedule must be submitted in writing to the Workshop Administrator for evaluation.

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Leaving WorkshopsPlease be sure of your commitment to attend Workshops prior to signing up. Teachers have voluntarily worked very hard to prepare the coursework for the number of students registered. If you choose to leave the Workshops at any point, before or during the semester no fees will be refunded, and you will not be allowed to sign-up for the following semester.

Age DivisionsAll groups offered are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only.

Therefore all age divisions will be strictly adhered to: Nursery (baby – 1 year old), 2s & 3s (2-3 years old), Preschool (4-5 years old), Lower Elementary (traditional ages for K-1st grades), Upper Elementary (traditional ages for 2nd -4th grades), Jr. High (traditional ages for 5th -7th grades), and Sr. High (traditional ages for 8th -12th

grades). To participate in the Workshop program families must have at least one school age child.

VolunteeringAs a true co-op, at the time of registration, parents will be required to sign up to help each week in one or more areas of Workshops as needed. Two hours of “volunteer” work will be required per week. “Volunteer” work includes but is not limited to lead teacher, co-teacher, class assistant, nursery/preschool assistant, or being a floater.

In addition, all families will be assigned cleaning duties each week to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions and are required to remain after Workshops to complete them.

Due to the amount of work involved in making the Workshops run smoothly, we ask that when needed, parents be available to cheerfully help with other responsibilities that will arise from week to week. This may include but is not limited to extra cleaning duties, teaching a different class, and helping out during your free period.

Discipline and Student ConductAll students will be held responsible for their actions and shall conduct themselves in keeping with their level of maturity, showing regard for established authority and the rights and welfare of others. We ask that students seek excellence, be honest, use clean speech, and be courteous and kind to all.

North Point Workshop members and their children are asked to adhere to the following standards when attending Workshops:

Parents should monitor their children’s behavior at all times. Appropriate disciplinary measures should be taken, when needed, privately. Uncooperative or disruptive children should be removed from activities.

Respect for and obedience to authority is expected. In the case of disciplinary problems during a given class period the following should be considered

standard procedure:1. Child is given a verbal warning by instructor which will be documented, signed, and put on file.2. If unacceptable behavior persists, the instructor steps outside the classroom with the child to

pray about his/her behavior. As soon as practical, one of the class monitors should notify the Workshop Coordinator that this action has been taken so that the parent may be apprised of the situation then it will be documented, signed, and put on file.

3. If unacceptable behavior continues to persist, the child will be dismissed from that class period. The class volunteer or instructor will accompany the child to his/her parent. If there is dismissal from class on three occasions, they will be required to remain with their parent during all Workshop periods. If unacceptable behavior continues, they shall be suspended from all Workshops for the remainder of the semester. In such case, no fees will be refunded. Participation in future Workshops will be on a probationary basis with conditions as determined by the North Point Leadership Team.

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4. Parents must be willing to allow instructors to discipline their children according to the procedures outlined above and must be willing to abide by the instructor’s decision to dismiss their children from the workshop if the instructor deems it necessary.

Each child attending Workshops must be accompanied by a parent or designated chaperone that must remain on site for the entire time during Workshops.

Clothing must be modest, clean and neat. Appropriate dress for P.E. (if provided) is fingertip-length shorts that are not body conforming, along with loose-fitting t-shirts. Appropriate dress for classes is as follows: Please do not wear tank tops, strap tops, halter tops, "muscle" shirts, etc. or any short, body conforming shirts. A blouse or dress will be considered as having a strap top if the shoulders are less than 3" wide. Midriff (short) blouses may not be worn. Necklines must be modest. Pants or shorts must be worn at or near the waistline and not be tight fitting. Any shorts, skirts or dresses worn should be at least finger-tip length.

Students will refrain from boyfriend/girlfriend PDA (public display of affection) such as holding hands, male/female hugging etc.

Unusual attire associated with immoral or improper ideas is unacceptable. Symbols or logos that communicate anti-Christian messages are unacceptable on clothing, jewelry, and other accessories. While we realize that a person's attire is not indicative of their spiritual worthiness, God's Word does give us standards of both dress and conduct (1 Tim. 2:9; 4:8, 12, 15-16; I Peter 2:12, 3:3-4).

Any student found with possession of any type of firearm, knife, tobacco, alcohol, or drugs will be asked to leave the premises immediately and proper authorities will be notified. Any such possession will result in immediate and permanent suspension from further participation in North Point Workshops without fee refund.

Unity is essential to meeting our purpose of honoring Christ. If anyone within the group or workshop staff offends you, or you have a concern with anything within our group, please follow the example outlined in Matthew 18:15-17. Please do not allow Satan to use disagreements as an opportunity to divide us.

Security and Safety PolicyIn an effort to keep our families safe during the workshops, children of all ages must have an adult present outside while on the playground.

Guideline and Policy ViolationsAny parent or child who is found to be in violation of any of the Workshop policies and/or guidelines will receive one verbal warning. Another violation may result in dismissal from Workshops on that day. A third offense may result in suspension from all Workshops for the remainder of the semester. In such case, no fees will be refunded. Participation in future Workshops will be on a probationary basis with conditions as determined by the North Point Workshop Administrator.

CommunicationWorkshop participants will be placed on an e-mail loop which will be our main means of communication. Members are responsible for reading their e-mails to learn important announcements related to the Workshops. If technical problems occur, please let the administrators know so that telephone arrangements can be made.

Homeschool Ministry Statement of FaithWe believe that the Bible as originally given is in its entirety the word of God verbally inspired and wholly without error in all that it declares and, therefore, is the supreme and final authority of faith and life (2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21).

We believe God is the one Being Who eternally exists as three Persons -- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All of the Persons are equal in power and glory (Matthew 3:16-17; 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14).

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We believe Jesus Christ is fully God and man (John 1:1, 4), born of a virgin (Matthew 1:18), and sinless in His life (Hebrews 4:15). He died vicariously on the cross as a substitution for sinful men (Hebrews 9:15). He rose bodily from the grave (John 20:1-9, 24-31; Acts 2:24), and now reigns with the Father (Acts 2:33; Hebrews 10:12). He will return visibly and personally to the earth both in salvation and judgment (Matthew 24:30, Acts 1:11, Hebrews 9:28).

We believe all humans are sinful by nature (Romans 3:23; 5:12) and can only be forgiven by the expression of trust in Jesus as Savior (John 3:16) brought about by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit (Titus 3:5-7).

We believe in the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit by Whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life (Romans 8:1-17).

FamilyWe believe that the family is the basic governmental, social and spiritual unit created by God. In it the child gradually learns self-government, social relationships, and develops a relationship to the Creator and Savior (Ephesians 6:1-3; Colossians 3:20). Children, from the moment of conception, are a blessing and heritage from the Lord. Parents are to demonstrate to their children God's pattern for marriage. Parents are to teach their children spiritual and moral values and to lead them, through consistent lifestyle example and loving discipline, to make choices based on biblical truth. Children are to honor and obey their parents.

We understand family to mean one male and one female parent with one or more children all related by the institution of marriage, though we recognize the exception of a single parent.

We reject homosexual marriages or homosexual orientation because it is contrary to Scripture and the intentions of God in Creation (Romans 1:18-32). As well, we reject transitory co-habitational relationships as being equally in violation of God's laws and incapable of providing long-term nurture and instruction needed by children as commanded by God (Ephesians 6:4, Colossians 3:21). In view of this, no homosexual or merely co-habitating "parents" are eligible for membership of NPBHM.

Parental Rights and Responsibilities in EducationWe believe the ultimate responsibility for education of children belongs to parents (Deuteronomy 4:9; 4:14, 6:1-25;Ephesians 6:4). Thus, we believe this is an inalienable right given by God which the State can neither create, destroy, nor alter. Parents may allow another to teach some of the cognitive information that children need to know, but all education must be under the control and supervision of the parents.

We believe education in the home to be the best form of education, but we recognize that many parents may choose not to educate at home for valid reasons and we support the right of parents to direct the education of their children in ways other than home schooling.

Nature of EducationWe believe that all education is religious in nature since one's view of the world and life inevitably is involved in teaching (Proverbs 2:1-8, 3:1-2, 6:20-23; Matthew 28:18-20). Every discipline of knowledge, whether it be subjects such as mathematics, science, or history, will have as its final reference point a theistic or humanistic view of reality (Colossians1:15-20, 2:8-15), and there is no neutral academic discipline.

Thus, we believe that all social, physical and cognitive knowledge should have as its beginning the fear of God and as its end the Glory of God (Proverbs 1:7; Romans 11:33-36).

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Fall 2016 Workshop Descriptions

Babies-1 Year Olds (All Three Periods)Care for your young children during workshops will be staffed by Workshop parents.

*Please label your child’s diaper bag & bottle/sippy cup with your child’s name.

Cost: $10 (total for all three periods)Class Size: Min 5/ Max 10

2-3 Year Old Class (All Three Periods)Instructors: Shirin McIntosh & TBA Our terrific two and three year olds will enjoy a wide range of sensory stimulating activities! These will include play-dough, painting, music, games, and puzzles. Besides these activities, each week there will be a devoted story, finger play, and music circle time, a snack time and time for outdoor play... weather permitting. We really have a blast in our two and three year old room!

*Please label your child’s bag & sippy cup with your child’s name. Cost: $10 (total for all three periods of the 2-3 year old class)Class size: Min 5/ Max 10

Preschool (4–5 year olds)

1st Period: Fun with FoodInstructors: Heather Bullman & TBA

We will be going through the alphabet and coordinating it with food that begins with that letter. For instance, letter A, we might have apples and animal crackers. Each week we will have a different letter and food. Yummy!

2nd Period: Messy Arts & CraftsInstructors: Heather Bullman & TBA

We will be doing a wide range of art & craft projects. We will be using paint, markers, glitter and glue. So, roll up your sleeves for some messy, fun and creative, art & crafts.

3rd Period: Time for Play (Outdoors/Indoors)Instructors: TBA

Materials to bring: book bag, folder & water bottle clearly labeled with your child’s name.

Cost: $10 (total for all three periods of preschool)Class size: Min 5/ Max 10

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Lower Elementary (K-1 st grades) 1 st Period

S.T.E.M. with Curious GeorgeInstructor: Michele McCoy Your student will get to explore basic science-technology-engineering-math concepts (S.T.E.M.) with the help of everyone’s favorite little monkey- Curious George!

Materials to bring: colored pencils & folder

Cost: $ 20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Marine ScienceInstructor: Natalie Kelley

Dive in and explore ocean life through fun activities, crafts and weekly printable.

Materials to bring: crayons, markers, glue & scissorsCost: $10 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Lower Elementary (K-1 st grades) 2 nd Period Oregon TrailInstructor: Chelsey HaneyEach week we travel back in time and explore the history of the Oregon Trail. Some of the topics we will cover are: the chores they had and why, meals they ate and possibly make a meal to try ourselves, diaries they kept and make one of own, we will do crafts related to the Oregon Trail and hopefully (if I can get a hold of it) play the Oregon Trail computer game. Also, I have a good friend that is willing to bring her covered wagon and give us a ride so we can relate to the way they traveled.

Materials to bring: notebook & pencil box

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

OR (please see next page for other choice)

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Lower Elementary (K-1 st grades) 2 nd Period *continued*

A Journey with Dr. SeussInstructor: Jennifer Warner

Join us, as we jump into the wonderful world of Dr. Seuss. We will enjoy a different Dr. Seuss classic each week along with fun activities and crafts to go along with the book.

Materials to bring: pencil, (crayons, markers, or colored pencils), glue sticks & scissors

Cost: $15 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Lower Elementary (K-1 st grades) 3 rd Period

DramaInstructors: Angie & Madison CasteelCalling all Actors: Join us for a semester of acting, singing, and maybe a little dancing as we learn to put on a show. Be ready to put your best foot forward as we work and learn together.

Materials to bring: yourself & a good attitude**We may need some help with costumes and set up as the semester continues.**

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Learning with Legos Instructor: Kelly DeVoreIn this class, students will be using hands on teaching methods to increase their hand eye coordination, foster their creativity and they will be able to find solutions to problems in a fun and exciting environment with an emphasis on teamwork. Students will manipulate Legos for both learning and fun in an effort to solve and or construct age appropriate weekly problems. Weekly pictures will be taken throughout the class so that students will have an opportunity to share their work with family members.

Materials to bring: Students may bring a plain Lego board (clearly labeled with their name) if they have one, but it is not required for the class as a hard surface area for construction will be available.

**If you have or find any Legos, you would like to donate to the class that would be wonderful but keep in mind these will be left at co-op for future classes.**

Cost: $15 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Upper Elementary (2 nd -4 th grades) 1 st Period

Literature Pockets-Caldecott WinnersInstructor: Amy Cody

In this class, we will highlight the works of award-winning illustrators through creative writing and artistic creation. Each student will make his/her own portfolio for each book we study. Some examples of the works we will examine are: Where the Wild Things Are and The Snowy Day.

Materials to bring: pencil, colored pencils or crayons, scissors & glue stick

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

OR

Liberty KidsInstructors: Sara Melrose & Kristen Brookshire

We will use the Liberty Kids series as a touch point for learning about the American Revolution. We'll watch parts of episodes and then do an activity to learn about life in America in the late 1700's.

Materials to bring: a folder, crayons, pencil & a glue stick

Cost: $15 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Upper Elementary (2 nd -4 th grades) 2 nd Period

S.T.E.M.Instructor: Michele McCoy

Your student will get to explore basic to intermediate concepts of science-technology-engineering-math (S.T.E.M.) to help them to better understand their world. Weekly tasks will challenge us to think more creatively to accomplish the problem before us.

Materials to bring: colored pencils & folder

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

OR (please see next page for other choice)

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Upper Elementary (2 nd -4 th grades) 2 nd Period *continued*

Hands-On GeographyInstructor: Joy Hughey

In this class, we will grab our passports and explore the continents. We will be learning the locations of countries and cultures of our world. We will learn through crafts, songs, and games.

Materials to bring: colored pencils, scissors & glue sticks

Cost: $15 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Upper Elementary (2 nd - 4 th grades) 3 rd Period

Sign LanguageInstructor: Carla BurnetteWe will be learning the alphabet and counting to 20. We will also learn a bible verse and Jesus loves me in sign language. Also, each week we will have a theme and learn signs for that theme. We will continue those signs and will add them to the following week’s signs. We will introduce ourselves and finger-spell our name and each student will receive a sign for their name. One of our classes will include Christian signs to be able to communicate with the deaf about Jesus. Toward the end of the semester, we will have a silent snack and sessions where we only communicate with sign language then the class will interpret what everyone is saying. We will be playing games, coloring and learning about sign language in many ways. We will also decorate, “I love you,” sign language hand cookies. Please join us for this fun-filled class!

Materials to bring: You will need to purchase the book, “Sign Language: My first 100 words” by Scholastic ($6 on Amazon)

Cost: $10 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Audaciously Bold & Adventurous ClassInstructor: Bridgette DavisCalling Dangerous Boys and Daring Girls to join us for Fun and Adventure as we learn new skills and discover new things. This will be an active, hands-on class that will teach you things that will help get you where you are going in life.

Materials to bring: none

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Jr. High (5 th -7 th grades) 1 st Period

Clean CookingInstructor: Sarah BraswellThis semester your kids will learn to cook meals and snacks with whole foods and no refined sugars. They will also learn how to plan out menus for their families.

Materials to bring: an apron & cutting board

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/Max 15

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Basic CarpentryInstructors: Jodie Metcalf & Susannah Richmond

In basic carpentry we will learn to use many different tools. In addition to basic hand operated tools, we will also learn to use a cordless drill, a chop saw, and a jig saw. We will be constructing several different carpentry projects over the course of the semester. **Due to the obvious safety concerns, there will be zero tolerance for horse play. **

Materials to bring: Small tool bag equipped with a tape measure, torpedo level, hammer, pencil, phillips head screw driver, flat head screw driver, safety glasses and work gloves (work gloves are optional)

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Jr. High (5 th -7 th grades) 2 nd Period Extra! Extra! News MediaInstructor: Annie VanCamp

We will explore different types of media and learn to look deeper at what media messages are really trying to say. And we’ll put together our own newspaper. Everyone will learn to write articles and we'll explore the other jobs at a newspaper like photographer, comic writer, and layout design.

Materials to bring: pencil, paper & folder

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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DramaInstructor: Angie CasteelCalling all Actors: Join us for a semester of acting, singing, and maybe a little dancing as we learn to put on a show. Be ready to put your best foot forward as we work and learn together.

Materials to bring: yourself & a good attitude****We may need some help with costumes and set up as the semester continues.**

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Jr. High (5 th -7 th grades) 3 rd Period

Homesteading SkillsInstructors: Susannah Richmond & Christy ClementsWe live in a time where nearly everything we buy and consume is manufactured on a large scale, in a way that we cannot possibly connect with. If you have ever wanted to take a step back in time and reclaim the skills that used to be essential for living, but are now disappearing, then this class is for you. Did you know that you can make bread with only three ingredients, or that many of the weeds in your yard are actually food or medicine? This class will focus on learning twelve different homesteading skill, that will help you have a better understanding of how we connect to the food we eat and the things we use.

Materials to bring: None

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Faith In ActionInstructor: Brandy BarnwellJames is a book of action. This semester as we go through the book of James we will be learning what this looks like in our own lives. We will be doing various small service projects to reach out to the world around us. Because James is a short book we will focus on a few verses a week and then spend the rest of our class time applying what we have learned through serving others.

Materials to bring: **Please note the materials listed will be needed and used every week of class.**Bible (containing Old and New Testaments), packet of multicolored highlighters (at least 5 different colors), packet of colored pencils, a composition book & a pen or pencil

Cost: $15 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Starting PointsInstructors: Michele Hammond & Jen Webb

Starting Points is a comprehensive course which will allow students to develop a Biblical worldview through a variety of literature, movies, and nonfiction readings. Students will learn to articulate what they believe effectively and succinctly and be able to defend their Christian faith. The purpose of this course is to work through some hard questions together—questions about ethics, man, history, the devil, and more. Discussion and participation are vital to this class. It will be interactive and lively, not just listening to the boring teacher.

This course is a two-year commitment and (at the parent’s discretion and oversight) can serve as multiple high school credits (Bible, Literature, and American History). It will require work outside of co-op. Readings and assignments are essential for everyone so that the group discussions are meaningful. Students who complete this course will learn much about what they believe, why they believe it, and be able to defend and share their belief with others with a winsome attitude.

The $45 charge covers the cost of the two-year course book, and will be the only fee charged for two years. Additional readings are required each semester and parents will need to be purchase these. They can be found new or used through various websites; students who have taken this course previously at co-op might also be a source for these books. Each semester will include a list of books required for that term.

Feel free to talk with either of the teachers listed if you have any questions.

Materials to bring: (Books for Fall 2016): How to Read Slowly by James Sire, Know What You Believe by Paul Little, and Answers for Difficult Days by David Quine

Cost: $45 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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So You Want to be PresidentInstructors: Sharon Brookshire & Lynn Grimes

Many of our current high school students will be eligible to vote in 2020. Throughout this class, we will be learning about the election process, registering to run for office, primaries, polls, debates, campaign platforms and voting. We will divide into two parties and run campaigns with an election at the end. This class will be fun but informative. Will your student join the race?

Materials to bring: a folder and a pencil

Cost: $15 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Hands-On PoetryInstructor: Amy Castellani

Come and learn about the world’s most famous poets and their poems in a hands-on way. We will have an introduction to poetry, focus on a different poet each week and then make it all come to life through Art and hands on projects. They will try their hands at writing poetry one week and learn to love the beauty of Poetry.

Materials to bring: None

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Sr. High (8 th -12 th grades) 2 nd Period

Taste the WorldInstructor: Lydia Cox

This class will be fun and adventurous. We will explore the world through flavors that can be associated with other cultures. Your student will prepare a savory and sweet dish from each continent and through this tasteful journey, we will learn about customs/etiquette of our foreign friends. Make reservations…space is limited!

Materials to bring: a folder and pen, also, taking the food safety certification is a prerequisite and can be obtained for free by taking brief online course and test. *** (The teacher will provide the link for that when needed.)*** An apron would be good, but not required!

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 10

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Creative JournalingInstructor: Corinne Ptak

In this class, we will be making our own journals with a variety of different supplies. Then we will work on our different themed pages. After that the real work begins with creativity and writing. If there is time at the end of semester, each student will share which themed page is his/her favorite and what he/she wrote.

Materials to bring: your Bible, a concordance (only if you have one at home) and any fun writing or coloring utensils you may have lying around your house

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Basic Automotive MaintenanceInstructors: Christy Clements & Jodie MetcalfSave money by learning how to check and maintain your vehicle yourself. Proper and consistent automotive maintenance helps prevent mechanical failures and extends the life of a vehicle.

Students will learn how to:•Identify and safely use tools•Check and maintain fluid levels•Jump start vehicles•Diagnose and replace blown fuses•Change tires, bulbs, wiper blades•and more! •Plus: tips on how to know when to take your car to a technician*Girls are welcome in this class!*

Materials to bring: Pocket Folder, pen/pencil, eye protection (mandatory) & disposable gloves (optional)

Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

Sr. High (8 th -12 th grades) 3 rd Period FIT CLUBInstructor: Jen Webb

This is a fitness class that not only works our bodies, but our hearts too. Students will be challenged with a sweaty, interval, exercise routine for about 30 minutes. These are routines have already been developed by professional, certified fitness trainers. We will rotate through some cardio movements, then transition into some core exercises, and finally, utilize weights to strengthen our bodies for the best they can be! These exercises can be modified for all fitness-levels and capabilities. We will finish class with a short devotional, which will help press each student to dig deeper in their weekly prayer time and personal (heart) reflection. The first 10 minutes of class is allotted as a *window* for students to change into appropriate work-out clothes. Please contact Jen, if you have any questions or health concerns.

Materials to bring: Yoga mat/ towel & water bottle

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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The Way Things WorkInstructor: Joy Jennings

This is a hands-on class focusing on the way things work. We will be learning about engineering various projects using different levers and tools to make things stronger and to make things move such as: mouse traps cars, balloon powered water bottle boats and finding out how to make strong bridges.

Materials to bring: various recycled product such as water bottles, straws, cardboard, newspaper, etc.

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Hair & Make-upInstructor: Jessica RiddleIn this class we will learn hair styling techniques, how to use a curling iron and flat iron and different ways to use makeup.

Materials to bring: Required: a hair brush, comb, hand-held mirror & bobby pins***Recommended if you have them: curling iron, flat iron & make-up***

Cost: $25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Kristi Bailey and her husband Chad have been married for 19 wonderful years.  They have four children: Hayden (15), Auburn (13), Brendan (11), and Ian (8).  They are in their 10th year of homeschooling.   They attend North Point Baptist Church.   Kristi is involved in in working with the youth at church.  She has her master’s degree in Special Education.  Kristi administers the Woodcock Johnson III.

Brandy Barnwell and her husband, Vollie, have been married for 16 years. They have four children: Dyllan (12), Eden (10), Daniel (6) and Dawson (4). They are in their eighth year of homeschooling. Brandy and her husband are involved in various ministries at North Point Baptist Church. Brandy currently teaches four and five year old Sunday school and serves on the preschool team. She has a bachelor’s degree in history and is a licensed middle school teacher in language arts and social studies.

Sarah Braswell and her husband, Frankie, have been married 16 years. They have five amazing kids, four girls and one boy, ages: 11,8,5,4, and 2. They are members of Reynolds Baptist church, and have enjoyed being a part of North Point’s co-op for the last 3 years. Sarah is excited to teach a cooking class this semester, focusing on whole real foods.

Kristen Brookshire and her husband, Matt, have been married for 10 years. They have three children: Maggie (9), Tyler (7), and Levi (10 months). They have homeschooled from the beginning. They love camping, fishing, hiking, and pretty much anything outdoors enjoying God's creation.

Sharon Brookshire is blessed to be married to her best friend David for 38 amazing and adventurous years. They have two sons, Matthew (35) and Noah (16) and worked in foster care for nine years. This is their twelfth year of homeschooling. They have been involved in puppet ministry, clowning, drama and children’s ministries for over 35 years. They enjoy working with children and currently do a turn in the nursery and children’s church. They are crafty and love cooking and canning together. They enjoy time spent with family and friends just hanging out. They are members of North Point Baptist Church.

Heather Bullman and her husband, Brian, have been married for 18 years. They have 5 children: Hannah (13), Zachary (10), Jackson (6), Levi (2) & Lucas (10 months). They are in their 8th year of homeschooling and love it. Previously, she worked at a nursing home and then in an adult day center. She has a bachelor degree in social work. Originally, her degree was going to be in teaching which is ironic because now she is teaching. Heather feels very blessed to be given the opportunity to homeschool their children and for being a part of such a wonderful co-op.

Carla Burnette and her husband Steve have been married for 19 wonderful years and have been blessed with two children Kiley (13) and Isaac (11). They are in their 10th year of homeschooling. They attend Pleasant Hill Baptist church. They knew from the beginning that God had given them a heart to stay home with their children and homeschool them and have been thankful to be able to do so. Steve has been a firefighter for Asheville for 18 years and also runs a grading business. They are living their dream and are so blessed and thankful.

Angie Casteel and her husband, Brant, have been married 24 years. They have been homeschooling for 8 years. Their daughter McKenzie is in 10th grade, while Madison is a 2016 homeschool graduate. They are members of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Homeschooling has been such a blessing to us and we are thankful that we can continue on this journey.

Madison Casteel is a former student of five years at co-op. She graduated from high school in June 2016 and had been homeschooled since 4th grade. She is a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and loves working with youth and children.

Amy Castellani and her husband, Chris, are originally from Long Island, New York. They have lived in Asheville for 13 years. They have 3 children: John (14), Joshua (13), and Henry (7) and have been homeschooling from the start. Amy is a Registered Nurse and attends Woodland Hills Church in North Asheville. We have enjoyed teaching and participating in North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry and feel it is a blessing every day that God has provided for us to continue our homeschooling journey.

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Christy Clements and her husband, Brent, have been married for 18 years and have three daughters: Rebecca (12), Heather (9), and Elizabeth (5). They have homeschooled from the beginning and are active members of North Point Baptist Church. Christy has a degree in Accounting with minors in General Music and Music Education. Christy leads North Point's church orchestra + Awanas T+T group, the only homeschool band in WNC-H.I.S. Homeschool Band, and a small KONOS group. Christy has been blessed to work on cars all her life, learning from both her "shade-tree mechanic" daddy and her ASE Master Technician husband. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge of Basic Automotive Maintenance with your high school students!

Amy Cody and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 13 years. They have three children, Emory (12), Eli (8) and Grayson (5). Amy has a bachelor's degree in English Communication from Montreat College. Amy and Ryan are members of Laurel Branch Baptist Church where she teaches Sunday school. Amy enjoys crocheting, cooking, reading, sports and being outdoors.

Lydia Cox and her husband, Jeremy, have been married for 17 years. After almost 8 years of infertility, Jeremy and Lydia were blessed to become the grateful parents of Anna Grace (6) and, 2.5 years later, Eden(4) and Ethan (4). Jeremy is an insurance agent with Farm Bureau Insurance Company. Lydia is a registered dental hygienist, but working PRN. Jeremy and Lydia enjoy living on her family farm in Leicester. The couple have a very small farm of their own and love watching their children experience farm life. Jeremy is a deacon in their church and they serve as Sunday School teachers and soloists. Lydia is a violinist and object lesson leader in children’s ministry.

Bridgette Davis and her husband, Bryan, live on a small Farm in Madison County. They love their farm life, and raising their 4 girls. They have been homeschooling for 9 years and have enjoyed joining the co-op and making new friends.

Kelly DeVore and her husband, Willie, have been married for 17 years. They have four children: Elizabeth (14), Ben (12), Rebekah (11), and Joe (7). They are currently in their seventh year of homeschooling. Initially, when they began homeschooling the idea was to get their children through middle school and then let them go, but God had other plans. Their oldest will be entering the tenth grade in the fall and they have no plans to school any other way (although there are days when she is tempted).

Michele Hammond and her husband, James, have been married 22 years. They have two children, Rebekah (16) and Katherine (13), and are beginning their sixth year of homeschooling. She and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church where she teaches Sunday School and works with our preteen ministry. Michele has a master's degree in middle grades education, and a BA in mathematics. She is a certified teacher and mathematics tutor.

Chelsey Haney and her husband, Aaron, have been married 9 years. They have two children Evan (6), and Ean (6). Chelsey feels very blessed to be able to homeschool. They currently use A Beka books for their curriculum. They love to be outdoors and “on the go”.

Joy Hughey and her husband, Scott, have been married for 18 years. They have two children; Emma (14) and Sarah (10). This is their 7th year homeschooling. Joy graduated from Mars Hill in Therapeutic Recreation. She and her family are involved in the ministries at Woodland Hills Church.

Joy Jennings and her husband, Eric, have been married for over 26 years. They have 3 children: Skyler (20), Micah (15), and Ryland (13). They have been home-schooling for over fifteen years. Joy grew up as a pastor’s daughter with her two sisters in Southern California and received her BA in Communications from California Baptist University. She met her husband Eric, who was running the sound at her Dad’s church, where they fell in love and got married. They moved to Charleston, SC and resided there for 17 years. They are now enjoying their new adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains and live in Wolf Laurel. Joy has enjoyed teaching many home-school classes in Charleston and is looking forward to the opportunity to teach in our co-op group.

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Instructor Bios Continued:Natalie Kelley and her husband, Christopher, have been married for 19 years. They have two children, Savannah (16), and Matthew (14). She has been a stay at home mom for 16 years and has been homeschooling for 12 years. Over the years, Natalie and her husband have served in the Children's Ministry and love working with kids.

Michele McCoy and her husband, Chad, have been married for 10 years. They have two daughters, Zoe (9), and Daisy (5). They have always homeschooled, and enjoy spending time with one another. In real life, Michele has done many things including going to nursing school, then running away to go play with the puppies instead (aka, dog groomer) then later playing with the babies in Early Head Start. Besides homeschooling and taking small to medium sized children to co-op, band and dance, Michele is trying to pursue a life-long dream of hers; stringing words together to make stories…

Shirin McIntosh and her husband, Marc, have three precious boys, Grady (17), Caleb (13), and Silas (8). They have been homeschooling for 13 years and truly believe it is an amazing way to raise their kiddos. Shirin has been teaching two and three year olds on and off for the past 24 years! She thinks two and three year olds are absolutely terrific and enjoys her time with them immensely!

Sara Melrose and her husband, Michael, have been homeschooling for three years. They have four children: Ruby (8), Harry (6), Scarlett (4), and Teddy (2). They are members at North Point Baptist and love reading, arts and crafts, and playing outside.

Jodie Metcalf and her husband, Jeremy, have been married for 19 years and have three beautiful children: Aiden (12), Cameron (9), and Morgan (4). This is their seventh year homeschooling and they are active members of North Point Baptist Church. Jodie has a bachelor’s degree in Music Education, taught middle school band for ten years and assists with H.I.S. Homeschool Band. Jodie also raises basset hounds and has five squishy, slobbery, long-eared family members!

Corinne Ptak and her husband, Preston, have been married for 21 years. They have five children plus two: Rebekah (16), Grace (13), Braeden (11), Rae (9), Nikolas (9), Kaeleah (5) and Eleisha (2). They are in their 12th year of homeschooling. Corinne has a degree in Human Services and Early Childhood Education. She and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church where she co-teaches high-school girls Sunday School class and they enjoy serving others at ABCCM (Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry).

Susannah Richmond and her husband, Dave, have been married for 14 years. They have three children: Anna (11), Abriel (5), and Samuel (5). They attend North Point Baptist Church, where she helps with Promiseland. This will be their sixth year homeschooling, and they are excited to be a part of North Point Co-op for another year.

Jessica Riddle and her husband Aaron have been married for 10 years. They have 4 boys: Spencer (8), Tyler (7), Mason (5) and Jayce (3). They have been homeschooling for 3 years and are members of North Point. Jessica is a licensed cosmetologist and Aaron is a Buncombe County Sheriff's Deputy.

Nadine Robinson and her husband, Steve, have been married 25 years. They have been blessed with three children: Stephen (25), Jason (13), and Emmy (10). They began homeschooling seven years ago and love it! Nadine worked as a Teaching Assistant at North Buncombe Elementary until Jason was born in 2002. Steve is currently employed by MB Haynes as D.O.T. Superintendent. He has been with Haynes for 16 years. The Robinson family are members of North Point Baptist Church where both have served in Children's Sunday School and the Awana program. Nadine is looking forward to working with your incredibly creative kids! 

Annie VanCamp has been married to her husband, Jeremy for 17 years. They have three children: Ellie (12), Paul (10), and Hazel (7). They have homeschooled from the beginning. Annie has a degree in communications and worked in public relations for a circus in her life before kids.

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Jennifer Warner and her husband, Michael, have been married for 18 years. They have been blessed with 4 beautiful children: Karli (13), Alisyn (10), Sophie (8), and Micah (4). They have been homeschooling for 6 years and are enjoying this crazy, amazing journey. It is by far one of the most challenging yet rewarding tasks they have ever undertaken. They are so thankful to God for the opportunity to do so and trust in Him to see us through.

Jennifer Webb is married to a wonderfully-patient husband, Ricky. She has 4 kids that daily add to her graying hair: Emma (15), Elliot (13), Apple Jane (10.5), & Agatha (4). She has been a homeschooling-mama for the past 11 years. Ricky has spent the last 18+ years teaching at North Buncombe High and our family loves to help him with his school theater program. They are members of Highland Christian Church of downtown Asheville…so if you need Jesus or want to hear about an awesome youth group program, come find her. This semester, she wants to share her passion about fitness by teaching the FIT CLUB class. She would love for your student to join her!

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North Point Baptist Homeschool MinistryMembership Form

Please read the NPBHM Guidelines and Policies. If you still have questions, please contact Kristi Bailey at 828-768-9562 or [email protected]. The suggested annual membership fee is $20.00 for the year beginning August 1st to the following July 31st. Workshop registration is $15.00 per semester.

Please make checks payable to: North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry.

Please Check One:New Member______ Renewing Member______

Parents Name(s) ___________________________________________ Date of Birth__________________ ___________________________________________ Date of Birth__________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________

Phone(s):_______________________________________________________________________________

E-Mail Address: __________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact Name: _____________________________________ Phone#_____________________

Are you a member of: Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) _______ North Carolinians for Home Education (NCHE) _______

Number of years homeschooling? __________

Please list any hobbies or talents that you or your spouse has that you would be willing to share with the group. (Ex. Sewing, woodworking, sign language, knitting, foreign language, etc.)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Homeschool philosophy (please check any that apply):Classical________ Traditional________ Unit Study________ Eclectic________Charlotte Mason________ Unschooling________ Other________

What type of curriculum are you currently using? (optional)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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What types of curriculum have you used in the past? (optional)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Church Affiliation:______ I am a member of North Point Baptist Church______ I attend, but I am not a member of North Point Baptist Church______ I am affiliated with another church (please list) ____________________________________________

MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT

I/We have read and concur with the NPBHM Guidelines and policies and agree to abide by them. I/We realize that NPBHM services are provided on an all volunteer basis, and understand that I am expected to volunteer or assist with the organization of at least one activity or function. I/We understand that NPBHM serves solely as a support group and is not responsible for the education of our children. I/We understand and agree that it is our responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with the laws governing home educators in the state of North Carolina. I/We understand and agree that neither NPBHM nor any of its members will be held accountable for accidents or injuries involving our children which may occur during NPBHM field trips, programs, and/or activities.

Husband’s signature___________________________________________ Date___________________

Wife’s signature_______________________________________________ Date___________________

Parent Agreement

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I understand that North Point Workshops are supplemental to what is being taught in the home and are meant for enrichment purposes only. As the parent, I also realize that these workshops will not complete any curriculum, only enhance them. The instructors do not teach the entire subject matter, but are only enriching and assisting my instruction at home.

I understand that North Point Workshops do not keep permanent records or assign grades.

I understand that the North Point Workshops does not give credit toward high school graduation requirements, although parents may use class time toward fulfilling some requirements in a given subject, according to the parent’s own discretion.

I understand that the North Point Workshops does not give legal protection or legal assistance.Also, North Point Workshops is not obligated to testify regarding your home school’s validity, authenticity, or effectiveness to legal authorities or in court.

I agree that my children will strive to regularly attend all classes for which I have registered them.They will arrive on time at 9:30 A.M. and fully participate in the class by completing any homework assignments and engaging with other students and the instructor during class time.

I understand and agree that I must remain in the building the entire time and be responsible for my children regardless of their age whenever they are participating in classes.

I will refrain from using electronic entertainment (i.e. cell phones, IPods, IPads, Game boys, CD players, etc.) during classes.

I understand and agree that North Point’s Leadership Team, instructors or North Point BaptistChurch will at no time be responsible for mishaps, injuries, or accidents that may occur during the year.

I have read and am in agreement with the information in the North Point Workshops Handbook.

I understand and agree that I am required, at the time of registration, to sign up to help in two areas of North Point Workshops.

I understand that my family will be assigned cleaning duties to be completed to ensure that the church building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions. To participate in Workshops, I understand that I am required to stay after Workshops to complete them each week.

Due to the amount of work involved in making the Workshops run smoothly, I will be available to cheerfully help with other responsibilities that will arise from week to week.

I understand that all registration fees and materials fees are totally non-refundable.

_______________________________________ ______________ Date_________________Parent Signature

______________________________________________________ Date_________________Parent Signature

Student AgreementAll students enrolled in North Point Workshops must adhere to the following guidelines:

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Be honest, courteous and patient with everyone; treating others with Christ-like kindness.

Respect and obey those in authority.

Be on time for Workshops. (This means arriving at 9:30 A.M.)

Use respectful and polite language.

Remain with their class unless they obtain permission from their teacher to leave and be in the appropriate areas at all times; not roaming the building or property.

Eat only during the appropriate times and places.

Do no bring electronic devices of any kind to Workshops (cell phones, music, game boys, etc.). Do not bring weapons, including pocketknives, on the property.

Complete homework (if any) given by your instructor and fully participate in class by engaging with other students and the instructor during class time.

Contact the instructor when you are absent.

Reimburse for any damage done by the student to the facility or equipment.

Help my family complete our required cleaning duties at Workshops before playing outside and prior to leaving each week.

Dress and Conduct Code: Be mindful that hemlines, necklines and conduct i.e. physical aggression/affection and language, should be appropriate for church activities. Shoes are required. So as to esteem others more highly than your self, prefer modesty over making a “statement” with your clothing, make-up and jewelry. (There are to be no tank tops, crop tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, exposed backs, short shorts/dresses or pants that expose undergarments or mid-drift or are very tight fitting. Shirts with messages must not be offensive.)

Refrain from boyfriend/girlfriend PDA (public displays of affection) such as holding hands, male/female hugging etc.

Please have each child in your family read and sign this.I have read (or my parent has read this to me) and I agree to abide by the above guidelines.

Student signature _____________________________________________________

Student signature _____________________________________________________

Student signature _____________________________________________________

Student signature _____________________________________________________

Student signature _____________________________________________________

Parents’ signature _____________________________________________________ Date_____________

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Please print neatlyNPBHM WorkshopsPlease indicate your first class choice for each Workshop hour for your child(ren). Workshops are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If your first choice is filled, your child will be placed in the other class offered during that Workshop period.

Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)

Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________How long have you home schooled this student? __________

1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

3rd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________

Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)

Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________How long have you home schooled this student? __________

1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

3rd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________

Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)

Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________How long have you home schooled this student? __________

1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

3rd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________Workshop Request Form Continued

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Please indicate your first class choice for each Workshop hour for your child(ren). Workshops are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If your first choice is filled, your child will be placed in the other class offered during that Workshop period.

Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)

Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________How long have you home schooled this student? __________

1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

3rd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________

Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)

Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________How long have you home schooled this student? __________

1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

3rd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________

Child # _________ (please use when registering more than one child)

Name: ________________________________________ Age: ____Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _________How long have you home schooled this student? __________

1st period: _________________________________________________________Fee: __________

2nd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

3rd period: ________________________________________________________ Fee: __________

Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________

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Payment FormPlease print neatly. Due to the inability to assure all classes are available, final totals will be figured at REGISTRATION.

North Point Workshops

Parents: _________________________________________________________________________________

Phone(s): _____________________________________ Parent’s E-mail: _____________________________

Please transfer amounts from Workshop Request Form(s):Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

Child #_________ Total: _________

TOTAL FOR WORKSHOPS: $_________

Please add Workshop Registration Fee: ($15 per family per semester)

REGISTRATION FEE: $_________

Group membership is required to participate in Workshops. Membership fee is paid only one time per year. Please fill out additional form. Please add Support Group Membership Fee: ($20 per year)

MEMBERSHIP FEE: $_________

GRAND TOTAL: $_________Please make checks payable to: North Point Homeschool Ministry

For North Point Leadership Team Use OnlyApproval________________________________________ Date______________Conditions of Approval:Semester: Fall/Spring __________ (year)Areas of Service (1)_________________ (2)__________________ Added to Database_________________Amount Paid ____________cash or check # _________Receipt # ________________

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