CLASSES BY TUTOR

COURSE #1

Beginning Quilting (1 Semester Class)

In this Beginning Quilting Class, I will introduce you to the fundamental skills and techniques of machine piecing and quilting, including sewing machine basics, fabric basics, accurate fabric cutting, machine piecing, machine quilting, and binding.  We will be making the Moda Love Charm Quilt from start to finish.   This class is ideal for ages 10 and up, though younger students are welcome with parental supervision.  We will be using sharp cutting tools and hot irons.  There will be basic sewing supplies to borrow for the class, but if you have a sewing machine to bring, please do! 

Supplies for finished Quilt Size 41”x41”

1 Charm Pack (5” squares) *OR*  3 fabrics, ⅓ yard each (All fabrics are Quilting Cottons unless otherwise noted)

¾ yard background fabric

⅝ yard border fabric (Background and border can be the same fabric = 1 ⅜ yard

½ yard binding fabric

1 ⅜ yard backing fabric (Quilting Cotton, “Minky,” or “Cuddle” Fabric)

1 ⅜ yard cotton batting

Please email Rachel Basta at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions and to be added to the Class Roster. 

Class Fee: $145. Includes $20 HERC Fee. 

Maximum number of students: 6

Please email Rachel Basta at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions and to be added to the Class Roster. 

COURSE #2

Scrappy Applique Beginning Quilting Class (1 Semester Class)

This class will introduce you to the Scrappy Applique technique.  Learn how to use fabric scraps to create beautiful collage applique designs. The project for this class will be a wall hanging with either your name or word of your choice, or a simple shape such as a heart. The technique is fun and very easy to learn. This class is ideal for ages 10 and up, though younger students are welcome with parental supervision.  We will be using sharp cutting tools and hot irons.  There will be basic sewing supplies to borrow for the class, but if you have a sewing machine to bring, please do! 

Supplies 

Assorted fabric scraps (All fabrics are Quilting Cottons)

½ yard background fabric (Opposite color from scraps, white or light colored if scraps are dark for instance)

¼ yard binding fabric

½ yard backing fabric

½ yard cotton batting

Please email Rachel Basta at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions and to be added to the Class Roster. 

Class Fee: $145. Includes $20 HERC Fee. 

Maximum number of students: 6

 (1 Semester Class)

This class will introduce you to the Scrappy Applique technique.  Learn how to use fabric scraps to create beautiful collage applique designs. The project for this class will be a wall hanging with either your name or word of your choice, or a simple shape such as a heart. The technique is fun and very easy to learn. This class is ideal for ages 10 and up, though younger students are welcome with parental supervision.  We will be using sharp cutting tools and hot irons.  There will be basic sewing supplies to borrow for the class, but if you have a sewing machine to bring, please do! 

Supplies 

Assorted fabric scraps (All fabrics are Quilting Cottons)

½ yard background fabric (Opposite color from scraps, white or light colored if scraps are dark for instance)

¼ yard binding fabric

½ yard backing fabric

½ yard cotton batting

Please email Rachel Basta at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions and to be added to the Class Roster. 

Class Fee: $145. Includes $20 HERC Fee. 

Maximum number of students: 6

The club meets once a month, 8 - 9 times in the school year, September thru May. See the HERC calendar for details. Chess is the strategy game of kings and generals. The game can be enjoyed at many different levels of play. Chess helps to develop critical thinking. Learn to play chess. All ages and skill levels, including beginners, are welcome. Have fun and improve your game strategy. Club time includes some group and individual instruction and board play time. Chess boards are provided. Students are welcome to also bring their own board if they wish. Strategy is discussed and play notation is encouraged to help develop strategy.   

Plan on attending the first Chess Club meeting to sign up for this club.  

Chess club meets on the 1st and 2nd weeks of each month.

Grade: 6-12 This a fun club where we work on acting skills and stage presence through improv and games during meetings and other gatherings. We also work on performances for HERC Showcases and Talent Shows, as well as occasional full-scale productions.  Minimum Number of Students: 5 When: First Thursdays, 3:10 - 4:30 pm Cost: $25 HERC fee Tutor: Sandy Armstrong Contact Sandy with questions or to be added to Temporary Club Roster

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Economics is the second semester of a student’s 12th grade requirement. This class will deal with the economics of countries and people from a biblical perspective. Topics covered include free enterprise, capitalism, free market, wealth and stewardship, and economic roles of individuals as well as government. There is much discussion, as well as projects, video clips, and class interaction. NOTE: Each component may be taken separately; Together with Government Class, these count as the 12th grade history core classes. Curriculum required: info given at the time of registration. A notebook, binder and writing utensils are required. Contact Diane Baker with questions or to be added to Temporary Class Roster <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.>

Partial payments are not available at this time.

4th-5th Elementary Math Skills