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Summer Courses

Strengthen Foundational Skills

These courses equip students for academic success in the fall. Whether you are an incoming freshman or are applying for college admission and scholarships this fall, we can help!
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High School Prep
INTRODUCTION TO RHETORIC LITERARY ANALYSIS
Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 2-18, 2-3:30 PM ET
​Teacher: Kim Moss
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Cost: $99
A light, engaging bridge class designed for students enrolled in their first year of rhetoric (high school) literature. The goal of this class is to prepare students for a smooth transition to high school literature courses. Using classic children’s books to clearly introduce and illustrate the concepts, students will be given an overview of literary analysis, the ten categories of literary analysis, and the literary devices within them. No reading or class preparation is required.
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College Prep
writing the College application essay
Wednesdays, August 3-17,
2-3 PM ET

​Teacher: Teri Skidmore
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Cost: $40
This class will give students concrete steps to help showcase their personality and strengths in a way that sets them apart from other applicants. Students learn tips for writing college admissions and scholarship essays and write an essay for their situation, receiving personal feedback from the teacher.
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Mom Prep
HELP YOUR DYSLEXIC STUDENT THRIVE
Tuesday, June 21,
7-8 PM ET

​​Cost: $10
Speaker: Kimberly Smith, veteran Lucerna mom and parent of a dyslexic student who has thrived with Tapestry of Grace and Lucerna Academy.

This 1-hour seminar will take parents through strategies for success for dyslexic students at all learning levels of Tapestry of Grace. She'll also share her insights on how to help dyslexic students thrive in classes taught by someone outside the home. 
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Mom Prep
TEACHING TAPESTRY OF GRACE WRITING
Tuesdays, June 21-July 19, 2022 
(no class July 5th),
Noon-1 PM ET

​​Cost: $40
In this 4-week course, veteran writing coach and Lucerna director Teri Skidmore will walk you through how to teach writing to all ages using Tapestry of Grace. We'll explore navigating Writing Aids, the writing process, and basic writing skills at each level. We'll also suggest approaches to marking up and grading papers with a focus on encouraging each student right where they are.
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Student Book Clubs

Designed to help students continue to enjoy reading during the summer, these laid-back, 4-week book clubs meet once per week for an hour to discuss together. ​And, the low $40 cost won't break the bank!
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UPPER GRAMMAR
THE BASKET OF FLOWERS
by Christoph von Schmid

​Tuesdays, June 21-July 19 ​(no club July 5), 1-2 PM ET
​Teacher: Abigail Sarabacha & Teri Skidmore
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​Cost: $40
“’Ah! my father,” said Mary, interrupting him, ‘surely you do not doubt my word? Is it possible that there is no one, not even my good father, who believes me innocent? I implore you to believe me! Indeed—indeed—I am not a thief!’” – from The Basket of Flowers
 
Summer is coming, and with it, the flowers will bloom. This summer, join us as we read The Basket of Flowers and discover what happens when a girl is accused of theft but refuses to tell a lie. After reading this story, when you see a flower, you will remember the lessons taught by James to his daughter, Mary, and you’ll know that, “piety to God, and truth towards men, shall never fail to triumph over the malice of the worst of foes.” This relaxed book club provides an environment where we can meet and discuss this book and learn timeless lessons together.
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DIALECTIC
THE HIDDEN HAND
 by E.D.E.N. Southworth

​Tuesdays, June 21-July 19 ​(no club July 5), 2:30-3:30 PM ET
​Teacher: Abigail Sarabacha & Teri Skidmore
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Cost: $40
“’Mr. Le Noir!’ He turned, with a smile. She threw one of the pistols on the ground near him, saying: ‘Take that up and defend yourself.’ He waved his hand in negation, bowed, smiled, and rode on. ‘MR. LE NOIR!’ she called in a peremptory tone. Once more he turned. She raised her pistol, took deliberate aim at his white forehead, and…” – from The Hidden Hand
 
Adventure! Mystery! A girl with a revolver! A man in a disguise! A soldier on trial for his life! All this and much more can be found in The Hidden Hand, an American novel written just before the outbreak of the Civil War. Come join us and meet our heroine, Capitola, as we enter this tale filled with gothic mystery, heartfelt drama, and good old-fashioned fun. This is a relaxed book club. There are no assignments. Just read the book and meet for a lively discussion, and maybe some games too!
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RHETORIC
THAT PRINTER OF UDELL'S
by Harold Bell Wright

​Wednesdays, June 22-July 20 ​(no club July 6), 2:30-3:30 PM ET
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​Teacher: Abigail Sarabacha & Teri Skidmore
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Cost: $40
“Whitley sprang forward, but before he could cross the room, both revolvers covered his breast. ‘Stop!’ The voice was calm and steady, but full of deadly menace. Whitley crouched like an animal at bay. The hands that held the weapons never trembled. The gray eyes that looked along the shining barrels never wavered. Slowly he drew back. ‘Name your price,’ he said sullenly.” – from That Printer of Udell’s
 
Come and read the book that changed the life of Ronald Reagan. You’ll meet Dick, Amy, George, and many others as we journey through a turn-of-the-century American town. Filled with adventure, conflict, forgiveness, renewal, and love, this story will be one you won’t soon forget. This book club is a relaxed environment where we get to gain a deeper understanding of the story and have some fun along the way. There are no assignments. Just read the book and meet for a lively discussion, and maybe some games too!
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Mom Book Clubs

These 4-week book clubs for adults are offered throughout the summer for just $40. Whether you are a Tapestry of Grace mom interested in preparing for the upcoming school year or just love to discuss books with other moms, you are welcome to join us! ​Note: when you register, you may need to add yourself to your family account as a student. 
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TAPESTRY YEAR 1
the Odyssey
by Homer

​​Thursdays, June 23-July 21 ​(no club July 7), 3-4 PM ET
Teacher: Teri Skidmore
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​Cost: $40
We'll read this epic tale of a warrior's adventures while trying to find his way home and discuss the author's rich artistry and intriguing worldview.
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TAPESTRY YEAR 2
paradise lost
by John Milton

​Thursdays, June 23-July 21 ​(no club July 7), 1:45-2:45 PM ET
Teacher: Teri Skidmore
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​Cost: $40
This epic covers such a vast landscape, including creation, paradise, the fall, and redemption. We'll enjoy this classic together.
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TAPESTRY YEAR 3
Great Expectations
by Charles Dickens

​Thursdays, June 23-July 21 ​(no club July 7), 12:30-1:30 PM ET
Teacher: Teri Skidmore
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​Cost: $40
This Victorian, coming-of-age story has it all--love, gothic literature, and suspense! Join us as we explore the "signature work" of the most famous novelist of the Victorian era. 
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TAPESTRY YEAR 4
the glass menagerie
by Tennessee Williams

Thursdays, June 23-July 21 ​(no club July 7), 11:15 AM-12:15 PM ET
Teacher: Teri Skidmore
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​Cost: $40
This short work is deceptively difficult to understand and interpret. We'll read this unique and thought-provoking memory play together and discover its meaning.
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Just for Fun

These fun clubs give students and adults the opportunity to hang out and learn a new skill. Whether you are a newbie longing to learn a new hobby or a seasoned pro looking for like-minded friends, you are welcome to join us!
​Note: when you register, you may need to add yourself to your family account as a student. 
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Fiber Arts
KNITTING CLUB
REGISTRATION CLOSED!
Wednesdays, June 22-July 20 ​(no club July 6), from 1-2 PM ET
Teacher: Teri Skidmore
​Cost: $40
This 4-week class is open to all ages. You will learn the basics of knitting which includes casting on, knitting, purling, casting off, weaving in your ends, and finishing. This is the perfect class if you have never knitted, or if it has been years since you last picked up needles and you just need a refresher. You'll complete three dishcloths and get started on another project by the end of the course!

Required resources: 
-300 yards of 100% Cotton Yarn. If you buy 3 small skeins like THIS, you can make your dishcloths different colors, or you can purchase one larger skein like THIS.
-Size US-8 knitting needles like THIS or THIS.
​-Darning needle like THIS.​
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Culinary Arts
BAKING CLUB
Wednesdays, July 27-Aug 17, from 12:30-1:30 PM ET
​Teacher: Abigail Sarabacha &
Teri Skidmore

Cost: $40
Have you ever wanted to live a day in the life of the pioneers? Perhaps you have dreamt of taking brunch in a Parisian café? This 4-week course will give you the opportunity to make those ideas come to life. Together we will learn all about sourdough, the bread of the pioneers, and choux dough, a French pastry dough that is simply extraordinary. Layer cakes will be the star of the show, but we will also cover cookies, biscuits, and homemade pizza crust. This assignment-free course will give you the opportunity to learn something new, practice on your own time, and share the results (through images only – sorry everyone, no free samples here). Join us and learn to bake while having fun along the way!
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Language Arts
Creative Writing CLUB
​​​Thursdays, August 4-18,
from 12:30-1:30 PM ET
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Teacher: Teri Skidmore
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Cost: $40
This 3-week casual course is designed for students who love to write stories! Whether you have never written a story or are working on your own novel, you'll fit right in. There will be no homework or written feedback in this course. Instead, we'll talk about how to write an engaging story, dream together about plot twists and character development, and share our work with the club.
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