A Ton of Fun Homeschool
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Accokeek Christian Cooperative
CLASSES
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Our program typically meets twelve weeks during the Fall Semester and twelve weeks during the Spring semester. Throughout the year we will have field trips, special events, performances, and more. Families are responsible for supervising children at all times by remaining onsite or by having an authorized party assigned to students while on campus. Drop off is limited to students 13 and older with a strict pick up time enforced.
Fall: September 8th-December 15th, 2025
Spring: January12th-April 20th, 2026
Please Note if your class is year round, or Semester Only. New classes will be added in the Spring. Some classes run longer (15 weeks)
Payments for classess are made directly to Teachers at the start of the school year.
Many classes in 2025-26 are geared to upper level age groups. We look foward to expanding our classes for the 2026-27 school year.
The World's Story 2: The Middle Ages (History)
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Ages 10-14
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Class size: Min 2 Students Max. 10 Students
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Time: 9am-10am
Full Year (September-April)
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Instructor: Mrs. Jennifer Priester
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Class Description: In this 30 week course, students will take a trip around the world as they study history from the fall of Rome to the Renaissance. Throughout this course, students will see God's guiding hand through history. They'll also meet historical figures the range from St. Patrick to Genghis Khan and study medieval civilizations spanning the whole globe. Students will read a beautifully illustrated textbook, complete map, comprehension and timeline activities for each lesson. They will do some arts studies, crafts, and optional dig deeper research projects.
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Cost: $45 per student for the year. Does not Include Text Book
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Supplies: Text- The World's Story 2: The Middle Ages (Masterbooks)
Class Full
High School Biology (Human Anatomy and Physiology)
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Ages 13-18
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Class size: Min 2 Students Max. 12 Students
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Time: 10:30am-12pm
Full Year (September-April)
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Instructor: Mrs. Michele Nesmith
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Class Description: This full year Science class that includes Lab work. Students will be required to complete assignments as outlined on the Assignment sheet, which will be given out during the first class of each semester. This class includes tests, reading assignment, labs, and active classroom participation.
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Cost: Class Fee $20: Parents are responsible for the purchase of the Biology Book and Student Notebook at their own cost. (Approx $90-$120)
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Supplies: Text- Apologia, The Human Body, Advanced Biology in Creation 2nd addition, and Student Notebook (By Marilyn Shannon and Rachael Yunis) Bring your pens, pencils & an eraser for notes. There will be hands-on activities and homework.
Class Full
Math Games
(Practical Math Projects)
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Ages 11-14
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Class size: Min 4 Students Max. 12 Students
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Time: 12:30pm-1:30pm
Semester (Fall Only)
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Instructor: Mrs. Amanda Reed
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Class Description: This middle school math class uses project-based and engaging games to help students build fluency and apply math concepts in real world contexts. Students will practice essential skills through hands-on activities and collaborative challenges.
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Cost: $50 per student
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Supplies: Bring your pen, pencil, and a notebook.
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Intro to Shop ​
Ages 14-18
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Class size: Min 4 Students Max. 12 Students
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Time: 9am-10:30 am
Full Year (September-April)
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Instructors: Mr. Rob Talkington, Mr. Frankie McDonough, Mr. Eric Smith
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Class Description: This unique class provides tool knowlege and safety training. Students will learn skills in multiple areas of constuction. This class will include classroom textbook lessons and hands-on projects.
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Cost: $100 per semester. Includes project material
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Supplies: Students must have safety glasses, pencils and notebook. Closed toed shoes are required.
Class Full
Elementary Theatre
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Ages 4-10
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Class size: Min 5 Students Max. 15 Students
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Time: 10:30am-12pm
Full Year (September-April)
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Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Talkington
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Class Description: This Fun Children's Theatre class will teach students the fundatmentals of performance through games, play, and script memorization. Students are not required to have reading skills to participate. This class is great for shy and out going children alike. This class will have a final performance at the end of the year.
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Cost: $85 per semester. $25 Costume/Prop fee
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Supplies: Text- Students are expected to perform in a final produciton, which will require two dress rehearsals tbd in the Spring.
Culinary: Survival in the Kitchen
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Ages 12-18
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Class size: Min 2 Students Max. 10 Students
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Time: 10:30am-12pm
Full Year (September-April)
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Instructor: Mrs. Karen Kirkup
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Class Description: Students will learn fundamental food prep techniques and 12 meals in the first semester! Wield sharp knives, control the intense stovetop, and command the microwave. Safely employ potent tools and conquer efficient cleanup to independently create food with skill and confidence.
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Cost: $100 per semester
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Supplies: TBD
Cursive
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Ages 7-11
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Class size: Min 3 Students Max. 12 Students
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Time: 10:10am-11am
Semester (Fall Only)
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Instructor: Mrs. Amanda Reed
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Class Description: In this cursive handwriting class, students will learn proper letter and word formation with a focus on slant, spacing, and consistency. Fun and engaging activities will help reinforce skills in a way kids will enjoy. Weekly practice sheets will be sent home to support continued progress.
Cost: $50 per student for the year.
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Supplies: Bring your notebook and pencils.
Computer Coding
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(Harvard's CS50p)
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Ages 13-18
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Class size: Min 5 Students Max. 12 Students
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Time: 1pm-2pm
Spring Semester Only
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Instructor: Mr. Alex Renger
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Class Description: An introduction to programming using a language called Python. Learn how to read and write code as well as hot to test and "debug" it. Designed for students without prior programming experience who'd like to learn Python specifically. Hands-on opportunities for lots of practice. Exercises inspired by real-world programming problems.
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Cost: $50 per semester.
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Supplies: Students will need to provide their own Laptop Computer. *Please plan on spending 3-5 hrs in weekly at home work*
Technology Class (Middle School)
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Ages 10-13
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Class size: Min 4 Students Max. 15 Students
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Time: 10:30am-12pm
Semester (Fall Only)
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Instructor: Mr. Kevin Kallsen
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Class Description: This semester long technology class is packed with practical knowlege. Each class is taylored to the specified topics and age groups, with activities that build foundational digital literacy, collaboration, and responsible technology use. This class structure includes hands-on activities, discussions, and projects to maximize learning within the 90 minute sessions.​
Cost: $40 Semester
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Supplies: Students must provide their own Laptop.
Technology Class (High School)
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Ages 14-18
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Class size: Min 4 Students Max. 15 Students
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Time: 1:00 pm-2:30pm
Semester (Fall Only)
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Instructor: Mr. Kevin Kallsen
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Class Description: This semester long technology class is packed with practical knowlege. Each class is taylored to the specified topics and age groups, with activities that build foundational digital literacy, collaboration, and responsible technology use. This class structure includes hands-on activities, discussions, and projects to maximize learning within the 90 minute sessions.​
Cost: $40 Semester
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Supplies: Students must provide their own Laptop.
Theatre Performance
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Ages 11-17
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Class size: Min 5 Students Max. 15 Students
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Time: 1pm-2:30pm
Full Year (September-April)
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Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Talkington
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Class Description: This upper level theatre class will teach students the fundatmentals of acting, performance, and production. Students will learn auditioning skills, improve on public speaking, and gain confidence in presenting through the year round acting lessons. Each student will have a speaking or production role assigned in the Spring. This class will have a final performance at the end of the year.
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Cost: $85 per semester. $30 Costume/Prop fee
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Supplies: Text- Students are expected to perform in a final produciton, which will require two dress rehearsals tbd in the Spring.
Art
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Ages 12-17
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Class size: Min 5 Students Max. 12 Students
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Time: 10:30am-12pm
Full Year (September-April)
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Instructor: Mrs. Sunny Grissett
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Class Description: Students will express themselves through art in different forms. Ultimately this class will encourage them to make their very best work that they may have not known was possible.
This art class will include realism drawing instruction as well as exposure to cubism. We will grow familiar with different artists styles and their stories. There will be homework due every 2 weeks in the form of a Visual Journal.
Cost: $30 per semester
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Supplies: 9x12" hardcover, solid bound sketchbook each week(no spiral bound sketchbooks please).Pencils and erasers to class each week, colored pencils, markers and oil pastels (recommendations will be provided through email)