The art of learning is much more than amassing knowledge. For children to actualize their own unique creative genius, they must be inspired to engage in the important work of becoming educated. Waterhouse Guild provides exceptional part-time classes and individualized tutoring in a variety of subject areas for K-12 homeschool students. We offer both Core Class offerings and Exploratorium Class offerings are designed to support and motivate students in this endeavor. Participating in Exploratorium, your child will have at his or her disposal Mentors committed to encouraging and motivating learners within an environment brimming with inspiration. The work of weaving connections between education and purpose in the world at large is the art of learning.

Exploratorium Core Class Descriptions

Elementary and Middle School Offerings:

Compositional and Creative Writing (Session 1)

Just as no two fingerprints are alike, every author has a distinct writing style. Voice is the fingerprint of an author. As writers develop confidence in their ability to creatively express their ideas they will recognize the power of writing. Students at this level will participate in composing non-fiction sentences, paragraphs and essays plus creative writing in a variety of forms. Activities will emphasize: Process/Strategy, Grammar, Mechanical Conventions, and Style. 

I. (5^th — 7^th Grade)
II. (8^th — 9^th Grade)
Tuesdays 10 — 12

$550 per semester

Foundations of Literature and Composition (Section 2)

Students will read, respond, and interact with a wide range of classic and contemporary literature. We understand that it is easy for the study of a piece of literature to overshadow the story itself. With this in mind, our goal is to lead the reader through each piece of literature in a way that plumbs its depths while keeping its intrinsic value intact.Our unique method provides a consistent scaffolding in a six-week cycle to guide students through a close reading, note taking, and creative application while strengthening developing literary analysis and wiring skills.

L1 (3^rd — 4^th Grade)
L2 (4^th — 5^th Grade)
L3 (5^th — 7^th Grade)
Tuesdays 1 — 3

$550 per semester  plus curriculum fee

Explore History (Section 3)

This class is a survey course designed to strengthen a knowledge and appreciation of significant periods of history utilizing expert mentorship, primary sources, and hands-on experiences. Students will delve deep into pockets of history—be it Ancient Rome, the Vikings, or Ancient China, Egypt, and early American History—and return all the richer for the journeying. Pocket of History for 2017/18: Ancient Rome.

(5^th — 8^th Grade)
Wednesdays 1 — 3

$550 per semester

Explore Science (Section 4)

Science at the Guild is interdisciplinary, exploring the connections between Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Through close observation, hands-on research, community discussion, investigations and experimentation, plus an exploration of great contributions to science, students will explore the interconnectedness between science and the wider world. They will delve into nomenclature and anatomy, the cellular and molecular in one fell swoop. Through anecdotes and experience, investigations and labs, students will become aware of how the science disciplines puzzle together. An ongoing Research Manual, Discovery Journal, plus a student binder for notes, handouts, labs, and research will be built over the course of the school year. 

(5^th — 8^th Grade)
Wednesdays 10 — 12

$550 per semester  plus curriculum fee

High School Offerings:

Creative Writing (Session 5)

Everything that is read was once written by someone who had an idea and cared enough to do the work of crafting that idea for others. Great writers care about their voice. The Creative Writing workshop is designed to enable student-writers to discover their unique voice and delight in the work of crafting words. Students will explore the art of incorporating creative expression through flash fiction and various poetic forms including but not limited to, free verse, sonnet, and sestina. We will explore and discuss articles on the craft of writing, the work of exceptional authors, and evaluate the effectiveness of varied styles of voice.

(High School)
 Tuesday 1 — 3

$650 per semester

Explore Literature and Composition (Session 6)

This is an integrated, genre-based literature and composition course.  We will be exploring novels, short stories, dramas, poetry, and essays (reading list TBD). This class will focus on equipping students to write coherent and focused essays that convey a well-defined perspective and tightly reasoned argument tied to the reading. Students, inspired to be aware of audience and purpose, will utilize their unique voice within a variety of forms to create authentic writing abut great stories.

(High School)
 Tuesday 10 — 12

$650 per semester plus curriculum fee

Interdisciplinary Science (Session 7)

At the high school level, interdisciplinary science moves into deeper, focused pockets of study involving a rigorous introduction to the theoretical. During the 2017/18 school year students will explore the Chemistry of Life. Through close observation, hands-on research, community discussion, investigations and experimentation, plus an exploration of great contributions to science, students will explore the interconnectedness between science and the wider world. They will delve into nomenclature and anatomy, the cellular and molecular in one fell swoop. Through anecdotes and experience, investigations and labs, students will become aware of how the science disciplines puzzle together. An ongoing Research Manual, Discovery Journal, plus a student binder for notes, handouts, labs, and research will be built over the course of the school year. 

(High School)
Wednesday 1 — 3

$650 per semester plus curriculum fee

History (Session 8)

An understanding of political geography and the cultural traits of civilizations leads to an understanding and appreciation how people shape their world and how their world shapes people. History at the high school level is accomplished in community utilizing original source research and  topical lectures. This longitudinal study of a specific period in history will spark student reflection and application. This course will comprehensively and chronologically cover historical, political events and foreign policy of America from its roots in Europe to the Civil War.  Students will produce a research binder plus topical essays.

(High School)
Wednesdays 10 — 12

$650 per semester

How to Enroll:

Part-time students may enroll in up to 3 Core Classes per semester. Homeschool students are welcome to enroll in as many Supplemental Classes as they wish as space permits. Please note: Enrollment quotas are limited. As classes close, students will be placed on our waiting lists. All courses are academically rigorous. Secondary high school courses are taught at a college preparatory level.

To enroll contact us via email: learnmore@waterhouseguild.com Please note the class sections you are seeking, include student information (name, grade level), and leave your name and contact information.

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Part Time Course Offerings – 2017/2018