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The Homeschool Experience at THE Hive Community Center



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AKC Breeds

$340

with AJ Eldred

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 8 - 11

In this class, we will be covering select breeds recognized by the AKC. The aim of the class is to create knowledgeable and responsible future dog owners. Select breeds will be discussed in depth including history, appearance, temperament, grooming, and health issues. We will not shy away from hard facts nor will we forget to pause and enjoy the delights a dog can bring. There is light homework in this class, a worksheet to be filled out each week between classes, due at the beginning of each class.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $51 deposit plus 4 payments of $72.25, paid every four weeks.

Animation Pre-production

$375

with Claude Mouton

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 13 - 18

Have you ever looked at an animated movie and asked yourself, "what did they do *before* the animation?" In this class, we will learn exactly that! Animation Pre-production is everything that comes before the animation itself, from scripting to character design to color layouts and background art. Students will use this class to develop one or multiple stories and learn the processes behind that development in order to create their own show or film!

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $57 deposit plus 4 payments of $79.50, paid every four weeks.

Botany/Gardening

$315

with Kelly Howell-Perez

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 4 - 9

This beginner course introduces young students to plants and nature through hands-on gardening activities. Students learn basic plant parts and how plants grow. Through observation and simple projects, students explore the natural world while developing curiosity and responsibility.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $48 deposit plus 4 payments of $66.75, paid every four weeks.

Castles & Kingdoms

$305

with Snapology of Chapel Hill & Holly Springs

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 7 - 12

Who wouldn’t want to escape and play in the world of magic, fairytales, and royalty? In Snapology’s Castles & Kingdoms program, students will have the opportunity to use LEGO® bricks to design their medieval fantasies while also bringing the real history to life! Yes, your student will do more than just build with LEGO® bricks, they will build their historical understanding of the unique elements that make the medieval time period such a fascinating point in human history.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $45.75 deposit plus 3 payments of $64.81, paid every four weeks. Final payment of $64.82.

Dance Around the World

$310

with Aleia Rodriguez

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 7 - 10

In the Dance Around the World, we will “visit” a new country each week through the joy of dance! The dancers will learn fundamentals of each style and the cultural, social and traditional contexts in which specific dances are performed. Students will also learn dance literacy and how to describe the movement they observe and feel in order to have meaningful discussions about each dance. Please dress comfortably and bring a water bottle.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $46.50 deposit plus 3 payments of $65.87, paid every four weeks. Final payment of $65.89.

Korean and k-culture

$375

with Young eun Choi

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 8 - 18

This class introduces students to the vibrant world of Korean language and culture through an engaging and interactive approach. Students will learn basic Korean phrases, reading, and writing while exploring traditions, customs, and everyday life in Korea. The course also highlights key aspects of K-culture, including K-pop, K-dramas, food, fashion, and etiquette. Through hands-on activities, group projects, and cultural experiences, students will build both language skills and cultural understanding. This class encourages curiosity, global awareness, and appreciation for diversity. All you need is an open mind and a willingness to explore a new culture.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $56.25 deposit plus 3 payments of $79.68, paid every four weeks. Final payment of $79.71.

Middle School Literature for Reluctant Readers

$710

with Stephenie Stevens

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 28 weeks

Ages: 10 - 13

This literature course will use short and non-traditional literature sources to teach students about the elements, genres, forms, and interpretation of literature. Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $107 deposit plus 10 payments of $60.30, paid every two weeks.

Reading Comprehension

$310

with Audra Eckes

Calendar Aug 26, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 7 - 10

Depending on the pace/comfort of the class, we will cover several reading comprehension topics, including, but not limited to, some of the following: introduction to genres and different approaches to reading/reading with a purpose; fiction or nonfiction, how to tell the difference; text features of non-fiction; main idea vs. supporting details of a text; identifying and using time, sequence, and cause/effect language; predicting; retelling; identifying story elements such as characters, setting, plot; comparing and/or contrasting two or more texts written on the same topic; using graphic organizers; and facts vs. opinions. Good reading habits will be encouraged throughout our time together. Students should be able to read on at least a 2nd-grade level and be able to write or type a summarizing sentence or up to two short responses to questions presented about the passage that was read within 5 minutes, as well as be able to respond orally with at least short answers to presented questions during discussion. There will be homework.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out. If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $46.50 deposit plus 5 payments of $52.70, paid every four weeks.




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