UCHU-STEAM Academy – Updated information :)

Reminder!!!

Updated information

For those interested in learning more about UCHU-S.T.E.A.M. Academy please note that the interest meeting will be:

THIS WEDNESDAY, November 19, 2014

2 p.m. (note the time change)

Landrum, SC

Please contact me for location information

*You will hear the vision and the cooperative atmosphere in which UCHU-SA hopes to have

*Learn what S.T.E.A.M. is all about

*Learn what classes will  be offered in the spring 2015 and school year 2015-2016.

*Meet some of the teachers that will be teaching this spring

*Discover what part you may be able to play

*Classroom size will be kept small – 10 students to each class

Keep in mind that this first semester of classes will be open to those living in Landrum, Campobello/Columbus, Tryon. However, those who teach and live in areas other than these locations will also be considered for this spring term.

ADDITIONALLY, for those that are indeed interested I would encourage you to still attend. Space will be opened to those not in the above mentioned areas nor are teaching. Spaces will be open on a case by case basis and dependent on space availability.

At least you will know what to look for in the 2015-2016 homeschool year. 🙂

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Announcing…..

WHAT: UCHU- STEAM Academy

START DATE: Thursday, January 15, 2015

COST: (this semester)

$50 family/teacher’s family 

$80 family/non teaching family

STUDENTS: Kindergarten to 12th grade

ACADEMY DAY: Thursdays

TIME: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

TIME SCHEDULE:

9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. – Morning Unity Gathering

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.  – Wisdom Session #1

11 a.m. -12 p.m.- Wisdom Session #2

12 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Bruncheon

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Wisdom Session #3

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Wisdom Session #4

SEMESTER SCHEDULE:

16 weeks, January 15 – May 16, 2015

ACADEMY LOCATION:

Landrum, SC

As this is the first semester of UCHU-STEAM Academy registration will be limited. Students from Campobello, Landrum, Tryon, NC and Columbus, NC and students of teachers that will be instructing will be admitted first. This will allow for us to work out any kinks and to work towards a smooth school year (Lord willing) for 2015-2016 school year.

BASIC DETAILS

Vision behind UCHU-STEAM Academy?

UCHU-STEAM Academy is a cooperative among Christian homeschool families in the Upstate where CHRIST is the center in all subjects/courses of studies. This cooperative will provide opportunities for the normal learners and special needs/learning differently children to thrive in varied learning opportunities that are not already readily available in our Upstate area. 

UCHU-SA classes are NOT intended to replace the parent’s involvement in the child’s education: rather they are to compliment each other.

Mission:

To provide the resources and the learning environment for our Christian homeschooling students  to be engaged in cross-discipline and project-based explorations that instill within them a life-long curiosity about science, technology and the arts. That ultimately will challenge them to learn how to solve problems and seek solutions to issues facing their own home, communities and the world.

Additionally, UCHU-SA will strive to provide an atmosphere where learning has CHRIST at the center. Where excellence in learning is fostered. Presenting our best unto the Lord is the utmost desire. Loving others as we love ourselves is evident. Teachers who are excited about their subject on instruction and expresses that to their students which will magnetize their love of learning.

WHAT IS STEAM?

Science. Technology. Engineering. Art. Mathematics.

“STEAM is an educational approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue and critical thinking. The end results are students who take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning persist in problem-solving, embrace collaboration and work through the creative process. These are the innovators, educators, leaders and learners of the 21st century!”  -Susan Riley, Arts Integration Specialists

WHAT CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED:

The below classes will be detailed at UCHU-STEAM Academy’s interest meeting Wednesday, November 19, 2014, 2 p.m.

Each class focus will fall under a specific *Christ* focused area.

This first semester we will offer:

Uncovering God’s Creative Power in Science:

*STEAM classes

Students will work on a semester or year long project in groups where they will focus a specific focus of science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics.

This semester will be “Motion and Design.”

All grade levels will work on this subject which builds upon itself throughout this 2015 semester.

Tongue of the Learned:

*Creative Writing

Display of HIS Creative Arts:

*Coral with Music Theory, Music History (student choir)

*Culinary Arts (baking and home cooking)

*Study of Life of Christ through art masterpieces

*Creative Movement (for littles)

*Violin, Piano lessons (at teacher costs)

Strong and Fit Temples:

*Physical Education

Uncovering God’s Creative Power Through Science:

* Biology Lab

Mind of Christ:

*Train the Brain (using Classical Conversations material and others)

Scattered Languages:

*Foreign Languages-varied

Firm Foundation:

*Keepers of the Home (girls)

*Leaders in their Homes (boys)

God Revealed in Geography and World Cultures:

*Geography (prep for National Geography 2016)

Every Child Can Learn:

*Focused Classes for Students with Special Needs

(this may not happen this first semester but the next school year. We are praying and seeing how the Lord will unfold this)

Conquering Math:

*Math Enrichment

*Accounting (next year)

Tongue of the Learned:

*Creative Writing through literature, K-12th grades

*Literature – Biblical Themes in Literature

Future Classes for 2015-2016

Tongue of the Learned:

*No Apologies Apologetics

Humanness Shaped by God:

*Psychology

*Sociology

Display of His Creative Arts:
*Digital Photography

*Web Design

*Handy and Skilled Hands (various trades)

*Blessed Handi-Work (knitting, sewing, crochet and more)

*Various Computer Science classes

Uncovering God’s Creative Power:

*Forensics Crime Scene Investigation

*Introduction to Medicine

*Chemistry Lab

Declare it Clearly:

*Speech and Debate

Conquering Math:

*Accounting

*Economics and Marketing

Clubs/Groups

*Chess Club

*Fashion and Design Club

*Digital Photography Club

*Art Club

*Geography Club

*Theatre Club

*Science Olympiad

*Engineering Club

* Robotics Club

As UCHU-STEAM Academy is a faith based – Christ focused academy a statement of faith is in place for parents and students to adhere to.

See the Statement of Faith HERE.  <<<click on the word

Additionally For Moms and Dads:

*Nutritional Classes

*Cooking Classes

*Bible Study

*P.E.

*Prayer Room

*Talk/Relax/Eat Room

UCHU – STEAM Academy Board Members:

Tyrone and Angela P.

Tyrone and Shannon L.

Jonathan and Melanie B.

Questions? Please do not hesitate to contact me. Otherwise hope to see you on Wednesday.