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The Homeschool Experience at THE Hive Community Center



2026 Fall Classes

Light, Shadow, Legacy: Learning Photography from the Greats

$310

with Sarah Akers

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 12 - 19

In this class, we’ll explore the many genres of photography, from street and portrait to landscape, documentary, and more, while discovering the iconic photographers who helped shape each style. Along the way, we’ll break down the basics of photography, like exposure and composition, by studying the techniques these artists used to capture their most unforgettable images. Through hands-on projects, we’ll experiment with camera obscuras and cyanotypes, create our own photo zines, practice techniques in class, and learn through weekly photo assignments.

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.

Logical Fallacies

$340

with AJ Eldred

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 14 - 18

Logical Fallacies is a class centered around the fun part of Logic! We will be learning all about the different categories of fallacies and how to spot them in real life. This class will be lecture style with scavenger hunt-esq games designed to teach teens critical thinking skills.

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.

Paper Mache Creations

$305

with Tony Pender

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 7 - 18

Students create their own unique projects, from simple bowls to masks and sculptures. Using basic techniques, they’ll learn how to mold and shape paper into imaginative forms and creatures. Each project encourages creativity, problem-solving, and self-expression, perfect for young artists eager to get their hands messy and bring their ideas to life!

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.

Puppet Show Factory

$345

with Melissa Platero

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 4 - 7

In this class we will make paper bag puppets, popsicle stick puppets and other fun puppets based on classic fairy tales and fables. Then we will perform puppets shows in 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: $51.75 deposit plus 3 payments of $73.31, paid every four weeks. Final payment of $73.32.

Study Hall - T2

$140

with Stacy Lyerly

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 10:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 13 - 18

This is a space for the students to independently do their work or have quiet time.

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: $21 deposit plus 4 payments of $29.75, paid every four weeks.

Lunch - Tuesday

$140

with Stacy Lyerly

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 11:40 am, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 4 - 19

We will have supervised lunches for students who are on campus between 2nd and 3rd period. Students are expected to bring their lunches. Please remember, we are a nut-free facility. On the last week of each month, we will offer pre-ordered pizza delivery for a small fee.

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From Sentences to Paragraphs: Building Strong Writing Foundations

$295

with Audra Eckes

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 12:30 pm, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 8 - 12

This course helps students become confident, creative writers by mastering the building blocks of great writing - sentences! Students will review and expand upon how to write different types of sentences, improve grammar and clarity, and use strong details. As the course progresses, students will work on how to organize thoughts into well-structured paragraphs. Through engaging lessons, fun writing prompts, and collaborative activities, students will grow their writing skills one sentence at a time. Students need to already know how to form a variety of basic sentences and should be ready or almost ready for paragraph writing. There will be homework and access to a computer and Google account at home will be necessary. Students will have the use of computers/Chromebooks in class. ELA 1 prior to or with this class would be beneficial to the students and is strongly encouraged.

Instructor Bios

Magical Crafts

$385

with Stephenie Stevens

Calendar Aug 25, 2026 at 12:30 pm, runs for 14 weeks

Ages: 7 - 10

This magical class is where crafting meets science for some truly spectacular end products. End results will include a light-up magic wand, student-grown crystals, and solar-made candles, among many others.

Instructor Bios

Payment plan available: $68.25 deposit plus 3 payments of $79.18, paid every four weeks. Final payment of $79.21.




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