Miss Patti's House

Summer Book Discussion

2011-06-06T08:35:00.004-04:00

Lies Homeschooling Moms Believe by Todd Wilson

Mondays ~ July 11- August 22, 2011; 1pm-3pm

At Patti Hunt’s home near Cross Keys

From the back of the book...

“Your house is a disaster, our kids seem out of control, and you wonder how you’ll make it through another day of school. Your ‘get up and go’ has ‘gotten up and went’. You use to think homeschooling was the best thing since sliced bread, but now you’re feeling like burnt toast. Take heart – you’re not alone.”

We’ll be getting together on Monday afternoons to discuss Todd Wilson’s book and discussing some key points in the book. If you are interested in joining us for one meeting or all of the meetings, contact Patti Hunt to RSVP at homeschoolmarm@yahoo.com or (717)465-9838.

Art Class offered in December

2010-11-10T08:40:00.004-05:00

The time for this class has changed. Please see the correct time below.

Art Class
Monday, December 6, 2010
375 Green Ridge Road, New Oxford

It is my hope to start teaching ongoing art classes from my home near Cross Keys beginning in January. Classes will be once a month and you will be able to pick and choose which classes to attend and pay as you go.

To kick off, I will be offering a Christmas Crafting Class in December. I don’t want to reveal too much because the craft could be used as a Christmas gift. We will start the class by doing a picture study (art appreciation that can be put in your portfolios) and then move into the crafting time.

1:30-3:00 Ages 9yrs -16yrs
Ages 5yrs - 8yrs - The 5 to 8 year olds will be combined with the older group for this December Class.

If you have children who are borderline age, you may use your discretion in determining which class would be best suited for your child. If you have more than one child and would like all your children to be in the same class - again, use your discretion. I am flexible.

Please let me know you are coming by Friday, December 3.
Specify if you are attending the younger or older class. This helps me when purchasing and preparing the correct amount of supplies for everyone.
　
The cost for class:
1 child from a family/$6 per child
2 kids from one family/$5 per child
3 or more kids from one family/$4 per child

Class fees include instruction and materials.

High School Biology Class Offered

2010-08-28T07:36:00.001-04:00

For the 2010-11 school year, I will be offering a High School Biology class from my home near Cross Keys. This class will count as a science credit for high school. Students will be expected to complete reading and writing assignments during the week at home and when we meet, I will administer quizzes and tests, we will discuss assigned readings, and do experiments and microscope observations. Each child will receive a transcript for the class in May.

We will meet on Thursday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm beginning September 9, 2010 and concluding May 19, 2011.

Each child will need the text , Exploring Creation with Biology (2^nd edition) by Jay Wile and a 3-ring binder to keep notes and lab reports in.

Cost:

Per child

The first four classes will be $15.00 each. This will cover the costs of tests and dissection specimens for the year. After that, classes will be $3 per student per class.

Class size: 6 minimum; 10 maximum

A $15 per child deposit is requested to hold your spot. The deposit will be applied toward the first class.

Space is limited, so register early.

To register, contact Patti Hunt at (717)465-9838 or homeschoolmarm@yahoo.com

Christmas Classic Short Stories

2009-11-04T11:29:00.001-05:00

December 14-18, 2009
1-4pm

Each day we will focus on a different short story by a classic author that is in tune with the season. Subject areas to be covered this week are literature, poetry, history, compostion, art, art appreciation, music and possibly health and nutrition. At the end of the week, children will have a notebook to share with relatives over the holidays.

Parents do not have to stay during the class. As a matter of fact, with all the other stuff you have to do this week before Christmas, I encourage you to go and get it done. Even if you just need to go back to your house and take a bubble bath. That's fine.

Cost will be $15 per day or $60 for the week per child.
If you are a CHESS member, the cost will be $10 per day or $40 for the week per child.
Fee includes all materials and a small snack each day (please let me know of any allergies ahead of time).

Space is limited. A $10 nonrefundable deposit will be required to hold your space when you RSVP.

Possible authors
Louisa May Alcott
Leo Tolstoy
O Henry
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Robert Frost

Hand Sewing Classes in November

2009-10-16T22:12:00.000-04:00

Beginning Hand-sewing
Thursdays in November
Nov 5; 2:30-4; $7.50 per participant
Nov 12; 2-4; $10.00 per participant
Nov 19; 2-4: $10.00 per participant
Sign up for all three classes $25

Classes will take place in my home in Littlestown.

This class is suitable for children ages 8 and up. No prior sewing experience is necessary.
Each week we will work on a different project that will be functional and suitable for gift giving. The goal is for each participant to work on two of each project - one with an autumn theme and one with a Christmas theme. Class cost includes materials. Participants will be asked to take turns bringing a snack to share.

Space is limited. A $5 nonrefundable deposit will be requested to hold your spot. If there is enough interest, I will consider opening a second class earlier in the day and/or an evening.

Meet Kirsten

2009-08-06T19:39:00.003-04:00

Come along and meet American Girl, Kirsten. We will take 5 classes to get to know Kirsten and the time period in which she lived through reading Meet Kirsten and completing many hands-on activities. This class will be appropriate for children ages 7-12. Any American Girl doll is also welcome to attend.

For your Pennsylvania homeschool portfolio, this class covers American history, science, art, and Language Arts - reading and writing.
　
Thursdays 2-3:30 at Miss Patti’s House
September 17
September 24
October 1
October 8
October 15

Cost: $25 per student

Please RSVP by September 12. Payment must be made in full to hold your spot.

Stay tuned......

2009-08-04T13:07:00.001-04:00

Some pretty exciting things will be happening at Miss Patti's House this year. Keep checking back to find out what classes will be offered.
Patti

Lapbooking the Nativity

2008-11-19T15:53:00.001-05:00

This class will be held at my house in Littlestown and will be perfect for children 5 to 7 years old and is separate from the afternoon class I am offering to those who are 8 years old and up.

Lapbooking the Nativity
December 16-18 10am - Noon

In this class, we will go through the nativity story by creating a lapbook using fine art and scripture to help us tell the story.
Parents do not have to stay during the class. As a matter of fact, with all the other stuff you have to do this week before Christmas, I encourage you to go and get it done. Even if you just need to go back to your house and take a bubble bath. That's fine.Cost will be $10 per day or $25 for the three days per child.If you are a CHESS member, the cost will be $8 per day or $20 for the three days per child. Contact me for sibling discounts.

The recommended age for this class is 5 to 7 years old. However, if you have an 8 or 9 year old who would enjoy making a lapbook, that is fine.Space is limited to 8 participants. A $10 nonrefundable deposit will be required to hold your space when you RSVP.

The Nativity Through Fine Art

2008-11-05T21:34:00.003-05:00

I know from previous experience that when it gets close to Christmas, my enthusiasm for getting lessons in wanes. As an effort to keep things fresh, in sync with the season, and helpful to others, I am offering to take your kids ages 8 and up for a whole week and do "lessons" with them.

We will study the Nativity through the Bible and fine art. Subject areas to be covered this week are art, art appreciation, language arts (literature and composition), music, and history. We will also view segments of The Nativity Story as part of our study. At the end of the week, children will have a notebook filled with beautiful art to share with relatives over the holidays.

This class will be held at my house in Littlestown and will be from 1pm to 4pm on December 15-19, 2008.
NOTE: If there is enough interest, I will offer this class during the morning hours (9am to Noon) as well.

Parents do not have to stay during the class. As a matter of fact, with all the other stuff you have to do this week before Christmas, I encourage you to go and get it done. Even if you just need to go back to your house and take a bubble bath. That's fine.

Cost will be $15 per day or $60 for the week per child.
If you are a CHESS member, the cost will be $10 per day or $40 for the week per child.

Space is limited to 8 participants ages 8 and up. A $10 nonrefundable deposit will be required to hold your space when you RSVP.

Geography Club

2008-09-14T12:21:00.003-04:00

Geography Club
Come and explore the world beginning Tuesday, October 7; 1-2:30

The Geography Club will meet once a month and explore the world through activities that focus on the 5 themes of geography - location, place, human-environmental interactions, movement and regions.

A long term goal is to get registered for the National Geographic Bee that takes place annually. At first, we will keep the club on a local level. After a year or two, we will register for the National Bee and compete on regional and state levels.

Activities and lessons come from the National Council for Geographic Education.

All meetings will be at my house in Littlestown. If there is enough interest, I will look for a bigger location in the area.

Meeting times are 1 - 2:30 and the dates are as follows:

October 7
November 4
December 2
January 6
February 3
March 3
April 7
May 5

This club is for students in grades 3 to 5 (maybe 6). Meetings will take place once a month and there will be minimal homework involved with the club.

Our club will be asking for donations of atlases, maps (state, US and world) and world almanacs.

Fees:
*CHESS members - $2 per child per meeting
Non *CHESS members - $4 per child per meeting

If you are interested in joining the Geography Club, please let me know by September 30 so I can be sure to have enough supplies on hand and so I can give you details like what to bring to meetings.

*CHESS or Christian Home Educator Support Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that seeks out and provides resources to families who educate their children at home. For more infomation on this group, contact me at http://us.mc455.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=homeschoolmarm@yahoo.com or (717)359-7792

Charlotte Mason Study Group

2008-09-13T14:14:00.000-04:00

Charlotte Mason Discussion Group Tuesdays at 7pm

Throughout this school year we will be discussing various chapters in A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on The Gentle Art of Learning by Karen Andreola. You will be given tools that will enable you to start implementing a Charlotte Mason education right away. Each month we will focus on a different chapter of the book and have a time for show and tell. The cost for each session will be $3.

Discussions will take place in Littlestown at Patti Hunt’s home.

Dates for the discussions will be:

October 21 RSVP by Oct 14
Topic - Chapter 3 & 4
We will define “education”.

November 18 RSVP by Nov 11
Topic - Chapter 14 - Narration: The Art of Knowing
We will look at the various ways narration can be done.

December 9 RSVP by Dec 2
Topic - Chapters 21, 22 & 23
Vocabulary, Reading and Spelling

January 20 RSVP by Jan 13
Topic - Chapters 25 & 26
Focus on Art and Music appreciation

February 17 RSVP by Feb 10
Topic - Chapter 32
History

March 17 RSVP by March 10
Topic - Chapters 33, 34, & 35
Nature study in various locations

April 21 RSVP by April 14
Topic - Chapter 37
The importance of eating out of doors.

May 19 RSVP by May 12
Topic - Chapter 38
Great summer experiences that should be included in your attendance records and portfolios

For more information or to RSVP, contact Patti Hunt at (717)359-7792 or homeschoolmarm@yahoo.com

Fall 2008 - Charlotte Mason Discussion Group

2008-07-15T07:38:00.003-04:00

Please bear with me, I am still working out the details on this one.
We will meet once a month to discuss Karen Andreola's book A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning. You can find the book here, here or here. Each month we will focus on a different chapter of the book. You are asked to read it ahead of time, but it's not necessary. We will also have a time of "show and tell" when you can tell others in the group how you have implemented a Charlotte Mason ideal into your homeschool.

Right now I am trying to decide whether to do this in the evenings, on weekends or during a weekday afternoon.

Once I get all the details figured out, I will post here and send out announcements.

More Evaluation Dates

2008-05-05T07:17:00.003-04:00

I will be conducting evaluations on May 21 and 22 at First Baptist Church on Fulton Drive in Hanover.

If you would like to schedule an evaluation and/or state required test, please contact me at (717)359-7792 or email me at homeschoolmarm331@gmail.com

The first appointment will be at 9am and the last will be at 3pm on each of these days.Let me know which date you prefer and if you have a preferred time and I will do my best to accommodate you. If none of these dates work for you, let me know and we will see what we can work out.

Fees per child:
Evaluation: $25
Testing: $35
Evaluation and testing done during the same meeting: $50

I do offer sibling discounts if the evaluations/testing are scheduled back to back.

I can come to your house for an addtional $10.

I can accept cash or checks. My returned check fee is $20.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

Portfolio Share

2008-04-10T14:27:00.003-04:00

Monday, May 5, 2008
5:30 - 7pm

New to homeschooling? Is this your first year to put together a portfolio to be handed in to the local school district? Even if it's not your first year, feel free to stop by to browse portfolios that will be on display. Veteran homeschoolers are welcome to stop by and share their wisdom.

A light supper will be served.

If you have any questions, feel free to call me at (717)359-7792
or email at homeschoolmarm@yahoo.com

Update on Evaluations

2008-03-27T10:35:00.001-04:00

May 19 is nearly full. All other dates have plenty of time slots left.

Homeschool Evaluations Spring 2008

2008-02-19T11:50:00.003-05:00

I will be doing evaluations at Littlestown Chapel on Bollinger Road so there will be no distractions (especially my 3 year old) during testing and evaluations. If you need directions, please let me know.

I will be doing evaluations and testing on the following dates:
April 21, 28
May 5 and 19

The first appointment will be at 9am and the last will be at 3pm on each of these days.
Let me know which date you prefer and if you have a preferred time and I will do my best to accomadate you. If none of these dates work for you, let me know and we will see what we can work out.

Fees per child:
Evaluation: $25
Testing: $35
Evaluation and testing done during the same meeting: $50

I do offer sibling discounts if the evaluations/testing are scheduled back to back.

I can come to your house for an addtional $10.

I can accept cash or checks. My returned check fee is $20.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

Art Appreciation for 5 to 7 year olds

2008-01-25T19:59:00.000-05:00

Art Appreciation Class for 5 to 7 Year olds
Mondays; February 11 and February 25
10am to 11:30

This is a class where we will look at some of the Masters. We will study pictures and find the defining elements of the chosen artists. We will also create a piece of art in the essence of the artist.

February 11 - Vincent VanGough
February 25 - Henri Matisse

Class fee: $4.00 per class (includes supplies)

Class size is limited to 5 participants.

Chocolate Class

2008-01-18T20:41:00.000-05:00

Chocolate!

Join us for a series of 5 classes when we will take a closer look at one of our favorite treats. We will look at the history of chocolate as well as the process of taking a cocoa bean and transforming it to a chocolate bar. We will also sample some various forms of chocolate during each class. Subject areas covered in this class will be history, geography, vocabulary, poetry, creative writing, and art.

Jan 31, Feb 7, Feb 14, Feb 21, Feb 28
10am - noon OR 1pm - 3pm
Fee per student: $4 per class or $15 for all 5 classes

To reserve your space, contact Patti Hunt at (717)359-7792 or email at homeschoolmarm@yahoo.com

When reserving your spot, please specify if you are reserving for morning or afternoon.

Space is limited to 6 students per class.

A Christmas Carol Unit Study

2007-11-16T20:38:00.000-05:00

A Christmas Carol Unit Study

I know from previous experience that when it gets close to Christmas, my enthusiasm for getting lessons in wanes. As an effort to keep things fresh, in sync with the season, and helpful to others, I am offering to take your kids ages 8 and up for a whole week and do "lessons" with them.

We will study A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens and get in literature, language arts, history, music and fine arts. We will also view a couple of different movie versions as the week progresses. At the end of the week, children will have a beautiful notebook to share with relatives over the holidays.

This class will be held at my house in Littlestown and will be from Noon to 4pm on December 17-21, 2007. The book is written in 5 chapters, so this fits very nicely.

Parents do not have to stay during the class. As a matter of fact, with all the other stuff you have to do this week before Christmas, I encourage you to go and get it done. Even if you just need to go back to your house and take a bubble bath. That's fine.

Also, we will not be covering math this week. If your child has a math assignment, you may drop them off 30 minutes early and I will help them with it if necessary. That way, everything is done for you.

Cost will be $8 per day or $30 for the week per child.

If you are an ACTS member, the cost will be $5 per day or $20 for the week per child.

Space is limited to 8 participants ages 8 and up. A $5 deposit will be required to hold your space when you RSVP.