North Point BaptistHomeschool MinistryWorkshops

Spring 2013 Semester

Revised 10/2012

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North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry Workshops119 Monticello RoadWeaverville, 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 instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-church 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 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 Spring 2013 Workshop information. This information contains: the Spring 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, November 15, 2012, 2-3pm at North Point Baptist Church’s Weekday Ministries Building at 119 Monticello Rd., Weaverville. (Please be aware that do 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 fall semester, as well as, new families. Thank you for your understanding.)

Families returning to the Workshop program from the Fall 2012 semester need only fill out the Workshop Request, Membership Form, Payment Form, Student and Parent Agreements.

We're looking forward to having a great fall 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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Spring 2013 CalendarRegistration for NPBHM members** Thursday, November 15, 2012, 1-2pm

Registration for non-members** Thursday, November 15, 2012, 2-3pm

All Registrations will take place at: North Point Baptist Weekday Ministry Building119 Monticello RoadWeaverville, NC

First Day of Workshops Thursday, February 7, 2013Last Day of Workshops for Fall Semester Thursday, May 9, 2013

Registration InformationOur volunteer instructors receive first preference in enrolling their children. Homeschool ministry members who are members of North Point Baptist Church receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by homeschool ministry members who are not church members. 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 645-0494CHKRB@msn.com

Assistant Administrator Andrea Clark 776-1520clarksranch@charter.net

Nursery through age 2 Coordinator Amy Castellani 713-3767homesteadblessings@msn.com

Preschool Coordinator Amanda Blanton 645-6584klasblanton@charter.net 

Lower Elementary Coordinator Heather Bullman 231-4185kbutterfly27@gmail.com

Upper Elementary Coordinator Susannah Richmond 658-8302sl.richmond@yahoo.com

Jr. /Sr. High Coordinator Corinne Ptak 658-8342Godsprincess497@gmail.com

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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 North Point Baptist Church’s Weekday Ministries Building, 119 Monticello Rd., Weaverville. Our calendar year is broken down into two semesters. The fall semester is: August - November and the spring semester is February - May. Our Homeschool Ministry support group and Workshop program are open to all area homeschoolers. Workshop instructors receive pre-enrollment; members of North Point Baptist Church receive priority enrollment in our Workshops, followed by non-church 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 at 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-2nd grades), Upper Elementary Workshops (3rd-5th grades), and Junior/Senior High Workshops (6th-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. (Please note exception below for Sr. High level students only.)

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 $10.00 per family per semester. Some classes may have fees to cover material costs. 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. (Please note exception below for Sr. High level students only.)

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).

Sr. High Parent/Student ParticipationDue to demanding schedules at this level, Sr. High students ONLY may choose to take one, two or three classes. Parents are still required to remain in the building the entire time their child is present at Workshops. Parents will still be assigned volunteer hours; one hour for each class taken, with a maximum of two hours for volunteering.

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 Volunteer Coordinator as soon as possible. Parents are asked to please notify instructors of their children’s absence. THREE absences, without valid excuses, will result innot 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 at   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. 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 Church 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 excepted after Friday, May 11 th .*

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 during the semester no fees will be refunded, and you will be charged a $25 withdrawal fee.

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 – 2 years old), Preschool (3-5 years old), Lower Elementary (traditional ages for K-2nd grades), Upper Elementary (traditional ages for 3rd -5th grades), Jr. High (traditional ages for 6th -8th grades), and Sr. High (traditional ages for 9th -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 whenever 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.

(Please note exception above for Sr. High level students only.)

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 attendingWorkshops: 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

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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.

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.

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 PolicyDue to the location of our Weekday Ministry Building, at 9:30am we will be locking the front and side doors to the building. If you are running late, please call our Workshop Administrator: Kristi Bailey @ 768-9562 to let her know you are on your way. Children of all ages must have an adult present outside while on the playground.Children of all ages may not walk across the street alone. Parents need to get snacks/drinks before or after co-op

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).

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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).

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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Spring 2013 Workshop Descriptions

Nursery/Babies (All Three Periods)Care for your young children during workshops. Staffed by Workshop parents.

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

2 Year Old Class (All Three Periods)Instructors: TBA

Children will enjoy a wide range of sensory stimulation activities such as arts, crafts, music, and games.

Cost: $10 (total for all three periods of the 2 year old class)Class size: Min 5/ Max 10

Preschool (3–5 year olds) 1 st Period

Letters, Shapes & CraftsInstructors: Heather Bullman & TBA

Preschool (3-5 year olds) 2 nd Period

Storytime, Language Arts/Phonics, Numbers & Bible Story Instructors: Heather Bullman & Amanda Blanton

Preschool (3-5 year olds) 3 rd Period

Music, Art & ScienceInstructors: Amanda Blanton & TBA

Materials to bring: Pencil box clearly labeled with your child’s name with the following: scissors, glue sticks, pencils and crayons

Cost: $15 (total for all three periods of preschool)Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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

Sign LanguageInstructors: Amy Castellani & Courtney Monroe During our class time, we will learn the basics of American Sign Language including basic signs, fingerspelling, and communicating.  We will be using the Carson Dellarosa "Sign Language Fun in the Early Education Classroom" book which has a theme each week and will learn using video, fun group games and activities, crafts and learning through song. 

Materials to bring: a folder, colored pencils, scissors, and a glue stickCost: $15 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15

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Pintrest (Recycling Trash into Art)Instructor: Jennifer Warner

Does your child enjoy creating art?  Would you like to have something beautiful that your child has created from something you would normally be paying to throw away?  Yes?  Well then, this is the class for your child.  We will be making trash into art each week.  I am excited to have your children be a part of this class and look forward to seeing all of their creations. 

Materials to bring: glue sticks, white glue, construction paper, scissors, crayons, markers, and “trash” as needed.  Please start saving toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, and baby food jars.  I will let you know of other things as needed. 

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

Lower Elementary (K-2 nd grades) 2 nd Period

American Girl: Cecile and Marie-Grace Instructor: Brandy BarnwellThe girls will be reading about Cécile and Marie-Grace, two 9 year old girls who are both living in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1853 and become good friends despite being different races and from different backgrounds.  There are six books in the series, three books for each new character. The stories they tell are similar, but are told from each girl’s point of view. The stories tell about the various adventures of both girls, from going to each other’s Mardi Gras Ball, to rescuing an orphaned baby. Along the way, they learn many lessons about friendship and the importance of being strong during hard times, like a Yellow Fever epidemic.

  Each week the girls will participate in a tea party and take turns being the hostess (providing snacks and conversation). They will be asked to read or be read to the book series over the course of the semester and there will be activities each week that go along with the time period of the book. This class is a great opportunity for young girls to experience being a lady and learn about history through the life of Cecile and Marie-Grace.

Materials to bring: The American Girl: Cécile and Marie-Grace book series, notebook paper, pencils, colored pencils and a small 3 ring notebook

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Cost: $20 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15 OR (please see next page for other choice)Lower Elementary (K-2 nd grades) 2 nd Period *continued*

HeroesInstructors: Tanya Walker & Teresa HooperDuring class will use the life of David to teach children to be motivated in four areas: do what’s right, deal with wrongs, be honest, and care about others. This action-packed, activity-based class teaches kids that God has provided them with the standard equipment to be heroes in training now. So come and learn how to be a super-hero!!

Materials to bring:  notebook, paper, crayons/colored pencils, glue, and scissors

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

Lower Elementary (K-2 nd grades) 3 rd Period

Dinosaurs & DragonsInstructor: Kim Wyatt Get ready for a dinosaur-sized adventure as we learn about the largest of God's creatures. Children will learn about the creation of dinosaurs, the created kinds, and fossil remains of these amazing creatures. Dragon legends and possible modern-day dinosaur sightings across the world will also be explored. Each meeting will be filled with various hands-on activities. Resources used in this class will be from Answers in Genesis.

Materials to bring: crayons, glue sticks, scissors, and a folder

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

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Land AnimalsInstructors: Sarah Robinson & Jessica Riddle

Do you love animals? Well if you would like to explore and learn more about Gods wonderful land creatures this is the class for you!  We will be learning all about land animals with the Apologia Science series.

Materials to bring: one three ring binder (1-1 1/2 inch), pencils, colored pencils or crayons, glue sticks, and scissors

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

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Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades) 1 st Period

Inventors & InventionsInstructors: Angie Young & Caroline Sammons

We will spend the spring semester learning about some of our world’s most influential inventors and their inventions. Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein and Alexander Graham Bell will be studied for sure but we will also include some other fun folks like Art Ingles, the inventor of the go kart and many more. We will also take time to make some of our own inventions using some “throw away” materials in a repurpose/reuse fashion.  Materials to bring: pens, pencils, crayons, markers, and glue

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

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Creative ThinkingInstructor: Michele Hammond

If you throw away the outside and cook the inside, then you eat the outside and throw away the inside. What did you eat? When does 2+2=12? What gets wetter and wetter the more it dries? What can you catch but not throw? Come join us this semester as we stretch our thinking skills to a new level and solve a few problems along the way. Creatively of course!

Materials to bring: 1/2 inch three ring binder with paper, color pencils, pen, and a creative mind

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

Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades) 2 nd Period

Dinosaurs!Instructors: Jessica Riddle & Sarah Robinson

Come and join us as we venture into the exciting world of dinosaurs! We will be learning about these amazing creatures that God created, when they roamed the earth and what made them disappear. There will be fun crafts and hands on learning! We will be using Ken Ham's Dinosaurs for Kids and Ken Ham's Dragons.

Materials to bring: folder, construction paper, pencils, crayons, markers, glue stick, and scissors

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

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Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades) 2 nd Period *continued*

Anything But “Bored” Games Instructor: Trixie Briggs

Join us for this exciting way to learn concepts for: grammar, logic, math, geography, money management, problem solving and much more! We will play games reinforcing concepts you already teach at home and learning will come alive. Don’t be surprised if their skills and interest in some subjects, changes for the better.

Materials to bring: none needed

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

Upper Elementary (3 rd -5 th grades) 3 rd Period

Survival CookingInstructor: Caroline Sammons & Angie YoungSurvival cooking is all about learning how to use what you have on hand. Lessons will range from cooking over an open fire to learning how to make your own stoves. We will also learn how to can, bake in an oven made from a cardboard box, and many other useful skills. We will focus on how to cook with these items and not really learning recipes. 

**Since we will be working with fire & heat, we ask that your child have a good understanding that fire burns and that horseplay of any kind will not be tolerated.

Materials to bring: warm clothing as we will be outside most of the time, closed toed shoes, and a roll of heavy duty foil

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

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CrochetingInstructors: Amy Cody & Susannah Richmond

Discover the timeless art of crochet as we learn basic techniques to create a beautiful scarf.  Students will also have the opportunity to express their own style by crocheting embellishments such as flowers and leaves.  No previous crochet experience is required.  

Materials to bring: Pencil, paper, pocket folder, 2 skeins of yarn (exact type of yarn will be determined later), and a creative spirit!

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

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Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) 1 st Period

The Proverbs 31 GirlsInstructors: Corinne Ptak & Susannah RichmondThe Proverbs 31 woman has long since intrigued, intimidated, and eluded the modern day woman. We will study her carefully throughout the semester. The Proverbs 31 woman may seem unattainable but we will take some of what she accomplishes in a day and help out our families. We will learn to make our own cleaning products & laundry soap, darn a sock, crochet, do some cooking/baking, help out a local charity, make a grocery list, determine how to make the most out of your money & how to make do with what you have etc. Come and join us on a most special & exciting journey!

Materials to bring: a folder w/ 3 hole prongs, notebook paper, pens/pencils, colored pencils, and markers

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

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Things Boys Need to Know (everyday knowledge for everyday life)Instructor: Dave Richmond

Students will focus on one or two projects for the spring semester. The first one will be building a forty slot mail box for the co-op. This will allow the boys to use a variety of tools over and over both electric and hand so they can achieve a level of comfort with them.

Materials to bring: warm clothing as they may be working some outside, a notebook, pen or pencil

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

Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) 2 nd Period

Yearbook Instructors: Christy Clements, Amy Cody & Michele Hammond

It’s yearbook time again! Students will work with the instructors and other students to create and produce the co-op yearbook. Tasks will include photography, page layout, design, and editing. Yearbook students will be expected to be able to use computer editing software with teacher supervision. There will be substantial time spent outside of co-op class time on this project, so be sure you are dedicated to getting the job done before you sign up. Be prepared to have lots of fun too!

Materials to bring:  pencil/pen, loose-leaf paper, and a pocket folder to keep papers in

Cost: $ 25 Class size: Min 5/ Max 9 **Limited to current members only. **

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Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) *continued on next page*

Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) 2 nd period *continued*

ChorusInstructor: Ben LittleThe purpose of this class is to train students musically and to better equip them for worshipping our Lord through music. How do your vowel sounds affect your singing? How can you look at a piece of music and know what it should sound like without hearing it? These questions and more will be answered in chorus.

Learning goals: Basic aural skills, solfege, music reading, harmony, blending with other voices and basic singing techniques

Materials to bring: 3 ring binder (1 ½ in.) and pencils

Cost: $20 Class size: Min5/Max 15

Jr. & Sr. High (6 th -12 th grades) 3 rd Period

Answers In GenesisInstructors: Angie Casteel & Tanya Walker“Modern teens don’t know what to believe about the Bible and Christianity. Fortunately, they earnestly want to know the truth! The purpose of the Answers Academy apologetics curriculum is to equip viewers of all ages to answer the questions the world is asking about the authority and accuracy of the Bible. During the thirteen illustrated lessons included with the full curriculum kit, we will discover why it is vital to provide logical answers to skeptics, and how to give those answers with a solid understanding of what the Bible says about geology and astronomy. We will learn that, contrary to popular belief, operational science runs counter to the idea of evolution and “millions of years.” The facts of nature, rightly interpreted, provide an irrefutable case for the accuracy and trustworthiness of the book that claims to be the inspired Word of the Creator Himself.” (These statements are taken directly from the Answers In Genesis website.)

Materials to bring: pens/pencils for writing, notebook paper, and a folder

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

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Creative ThinkingInstructor: Nadine Robinson & Corinne Ptak

If you throw away the outside and cook the inside, then you eat the outside and throw away the inside. What did you eat? When does 2+2=12? What gets wetter and wetter the more it dries? What can you catch but not throw? Come join us this semester as we stretch our thinking skills to a new level and solve a few problems along the way. Creatively of course!

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Materials to bring: 1/2 inch three ring binder with paper, color pencils, pen, and a creative mind

Cost: $10 Class size: Min 5/ Max 15Instructor Bios:Kristi Bailey and her husband Chad have been married for almost 15 wonderful years.  They have four children: Hayden (11), Auburn (9), Brendan (7), and Ian (4).  They are in their 7th year of homeschooling.   They attend North Point Baptist Church.   Kristi enjoys working with the children at church through music and drama.   She has her master’s degree in Special Education.  Kristi administers the Woodcock Johnson III and is a reading tutor (ashevillereadingtutor.com).

Brandy Barnwell and her husband, Vollie, have been married for 12 years. They have four children:  Dyllan (9), Eden (6), Daniel (3) and Dawson (1). They are in their fourth year of homeschooling.  Brandy assists her husband in the college and young adult ministry at North Point Baptist Church. She has a bachelor’s degree in history and is a licensed middle school teacher in language arts and social studies.

Amanda Blanton and her husband, Kevin, have been married for 10 years. They have three children: Joshua (8), Nathan (5), and Christian (1). Amanda has worked with children in Sunday school and children's church for over 15 years. She also worked as a preschool teacher for many years. Amanda and her family attend North Point Baptist Church where she helps in the Awana program.

Tammy “Trixie” Briggs and her husband, Philip, have been married for 19 years. They have three children: David (16), Symantha (12), and Vyvienne (2). They have been homeschooling for 5 years. Trixie and Philip both have a passion for history, the military and the love of learning especially through travel to historical places as a family (24 states so far).

Heather Bullman and her husband, Brian, have been married for 13 years.  They have 3 children: Hannah (9), Zachary (7), and Jackson (3).  They are in their fourth 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 teaching so she has also worked with children doing afterschool programs, volunteering in schools, tutoring etc. Heather feels very blessed to be given the opportunity to homeschool her children and for being able to meet with many other homeschooling families at coop.

Angela Casteel and her husband, Brant, have been married for 20 years. They have been blessed with two daughters, Madison (14) and McKenzie (11).  They have been homeschooling for five years.   Angela workedwith special needs children and adults for several years.  She taught special education in a public school setting for four years.  She has also enjoyed working with children in Sunday School.  Angela and her family attend Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.

Amy Castellani and her husband, Chris, have been married for 13 years.   They have 3 children:  John (11), Joshua (10), and Henry (4).  They have been homeschooling for seven years.  Amy is a registered nurse and is originally from Long Island, NY. They have lived in Asheville for 9 years, and attend 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. 

Andrea Clark and her husband, Adam, have been married for 10 years and have been blessed with four beautiful children: Brayden (11), Esaias (9), Hosanna (7), and Jack (4). Psalm 127:3 ~ Children are a gift from the Lord ; they are a reward from Him .  As we begin our 9th year of homeschooling, we realize that any accomplishment or success our family has been given, is a direct blessing from God .  We want Him  to be our sole focus as we strive daily to bring glory and honor to His name.  To God  be all the glory!!! ~ Psalm 113:1-2

Christy Clements and her husband, Brent, have been married 15 years and are the proud parents of Rebecca (8), Heather (5), and Elizabeth (1).  Christy obtained a Bachelors Degree in Accounting with Minors in General Music and Music Education from Mars Hill College.  She worked in real estate industry and purchasing prior to the Lord blessing her with the opportunity to become a stay-at-home mom.  She and her family are members of North Point

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Baptist Church where she plays in the orchestra, is a leader in the AWANA program, and teaches VBS. We have homeschooled from the beginning and Christy looks forward to helping your child have fun learning!

Instructor Bios Continued:Amy Cody and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 10 years.  They have three children, Emory (9), Eli (5) and Grayson (2). This is their fourth year of homeschooling.  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.

Michele Hammond and her husband, James, have been married 18 years.  They have two children, Rebekah (12), and Katherine (10) and are in their second year of homeschooling.  Michele has a Master's degree in Middle Grades Education, and a BA in mathematics.   She and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church where she teaches Sunday school and works with our preteen YUC! (Youth Under Construction) ministry.

Teresa Hooper and her husband, Jeff, have been married for 12 years. They have two children: Martha (9), and Travis (6). Teresa has a degree in Criminal Justice. She and her family are members of Laurel Branch Baptist Church in Marshall, NC, where she sings in choir and helps teach a Sunday school class.

Ben Little is newly married (5 months) to his lovely wife, Meg. They have been serving together for the entirety of their marriage at North Point Baptist Church where Ben is the music minister and the youth minister associate. Ben has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a concentration in piano from Mars Hill College. His love for music is permeated by an even greater passion for worship.

Courtney Monroe and her husband, Luke have three beautiful children: Haley (12), Christian (10), and Gavin (3). This is their 3rd year homeschooling and they love it. They attend Woodland Hills Church in North Asheville. Courtney is very excited for another year at co-op and teaching your kids.

Corinne Ptak and her husband, Preston, have been married for 17 years. They have four children: Rebekah (12), Braeden (7), Nikolas (5), and Kaeleah (1). They have been homeschooling for nine years. Corinne has a degree in Human Services and Early Childhood Education. She and her family are members of North Point Baptist Church where she sings in choir, teaches a women’s Sunday school class, helps in Awana, and leads M.O.M.S. (Moments Of Mentoring Side by side).

Dave & Susannah Richmond have been married for 12 years. They have three children, Anna (9), Abriel (3), and Samuel (3). They attend North Point Baptist Church, where she helps with Promiseland. Dave is employed by G.E. Aviation as an advanced machinist on the new parts introduction team. This will be their fifth year homeschooling, and they are excited to be a part of North Point Coop for another year.

Jessica Riddle and her husband, Aaron, have been married for 7 wonderful years. This is their first year homeschooling their three boys: Spencer (5), Tyler (3), and Mason (1). Jessica is also involved in helping lead an Awana class at North Point Baptist Church of which she is also a member. She also holds a Cosmetology license and has for 12 years. The things she enjoys most is doing Bible studies, spending time with her family and friends.

Nadine Robinson and her husband, Steve, have been married 23 years. They have been blessed with three children: Stephen (23), Jason (10), and Emmy (7). They began homeschooling four 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. The Robinson family has been members of North Point Baptist Church for seven years where both have served in Children's Sunday School and the Awana program. Nadine is looking forward to working with your creative kids!

Sarah Robinson and her husband, Scotty, have been married for 12 years.  They have three children: Savannah (11), Summer (8), and Samuel (1).  This year has been their first homeschool year.  Their family is members of Cornerstone Fellowship in Asheville, where Sarah teaches Sunday school, sings in the choir and is in the couple’s bible study with her husband.

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Instructor Bios Continued:Caroline Sammons and her husband, Wayne, have been married for 13 years. They have three children: Brittany, Krysten, and Nicholas. They are finishing our second year of homeschooling our youngest child. They enjoy serving on the Native American Missions Board, 2nd grade Sunday school, Team Kids Missions, and here at Coop. They are continually amazed at what a blessing the Lord, Family and Friends are in their lives.

Tanya Walker and her husband, Jerome, have been married for 9 years.  They have two children they homeschool:  MaKayla (14), Tori (12). They have been homeschooling for two years. She and her family attend Woodland Hills Baptist Church.

Jennifer Warner and her husband, Michael, have been married for 14 years.  They have four children:  Karli (9), Alisyn (6), Sophie (4), and Micah (11 months).  They have been homeschooling for three years.  Jennifer and her family are members at Maranatha Baptist Church.  She also is the service project leader for the North Asheville chapter of MOPS (Mothers of preschoolers’).  The MOPS group meets at Maranatha Baptist of the first Tuesday of every month.  Kimberly Wyatt and her husband, Alan, have been married for 10 years. They have two children, Avery (7) and Brooklyn (4). They have officially been homeschooling since April 2011. Kim and Alan are members of Upper Laurel Baptist Church in Mars Hill. Kim graduated from Mars Hill College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. She enjoys art, photography, genealogy research, creation science, and history. She also is a freelance graphic and website designer.

Angie Young and her husband, David, have been married 17 years and are the parents of Anna (11) and Abigail (9). This is their 2nd year homeschooling. They reside in the beautiful small town of Alexander where Angie grew up. Angie and David feel blessed to live in this area and to have the opportunity/option to homeschool their children. Children are truly a blessing from God and our influence in their lives is not to be taken lightly.

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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 645-0494 or chkrb@msn.com. The suggested annual membership fee is $20.00 for the year beginning August 1st to the following July 31st. Workshop registration is $10.00 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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Membership Form Continued

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___________________

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Parent Agreement I understand that North Point Workshops are supplemental to what is being taught in the home andare meant for enrichment purposes only. As the parent, I also realize that these workshops will notcomplete 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 graduationrequirements, although parents may use class time toward fulfilling some requirements in a givensubject, 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 homeworkassignments 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 mychildren regardless of their age whenever they are participating in 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 theyear.

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 twoareas of North Point Workshops.

I understand that my family will be assigned cleaning duties to be completed to ensure that thechurch building is put back in order following our Workshop sessions. To participate in Workshops, Iunderstand 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 tocheerfully 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

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

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 inthe 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 (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 otherstudents 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.)

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 _____________________________________________________

Parent signature _____________________________________________________ Date_____________

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Workshop Request FormPlease print neatly

NPBHM 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: __________

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Allergies_________________________________________________________ Total Fees: ____________Workshop Request Form Continued

Please print neatly NPBHM 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: ____________

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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: ($10 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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