Art: Elementary

Tutor: Larissa Reed

 This class is based around projects that can be accomplished by students of many ages/grades. It relies heavily on the elements of art, art history, and varying mediums. Introduction to new mediums will push creativity into new areas. Students individual skills will be developed by encouraging them to go to the next step in their progress toward proficiency.

Tutor: Hope Bokoles

This will be a very fun filled, educational,  hands-on Bible learning experience.  We will learn Bible stories, parables, and characters each week. All material covered will be new to this year.   We will build scenes for our stories, have separate building projects, and team building projects.  We will play games and incorporate Bible songs.  Children will also have an opportunity to create their own projects at home and bring them in to share.  In addition to using Lego manipulatives to learn Bible stories we will do other hands-on projects and crafts.  There will not be a curriculum for parents to purchase for this class. Lego donations will be accepted.  Any Lego donations can be donated in a zip lock gallon bag.  This will be an exciting way for your elementary student to start their day learning about the Lord in an interactive environment. Children will need to have a Bible or Children’s bible.  

Tutor: Anthony Bokoles

If you have a student that’s interested in guitar or music this could be the class for them! We will be going over how to play the guitar, the parts of the instrument, music theory, and scales! Everything you need to not only start playing but continue into a confident and professional guitar player! Your student can start there journey to guitar mastery starting this semester. 

Tutor: Eric Massengill

In this class we will cover a variety of topics: pantomime, improv, comedy, drama, movement, emotion, character analysis and development, and various theatrical styles. We’ll learn a little about the history of theatre and current trends within the theatre community.  This is my 5th year teaching this class at PLA. I usually do not have a formal syllabus that we as a class follows. We build upon things we learn from week to week. Some things may take a couple of weeks to grasp, while others may take a month or more. Therefore, each week you will receive an email from me detailing topics covered in our previous class and what we’ll tackle during the next.  During this year, in addition to the above, I hope to be able to perform drama “flash mobs” during lunch or maybe even other classes. Also, we will be performing some type of play for family and friends of PLA some time during mid to late spring, 2022.  A few FYI’s…  1. No textbooks are required for this class.  2. There will be occasional homework but it will be unlike any homework your student will have in any other class.  3. The grading scale is as follows: E (Excellent), S (Satisfactory), U (Unsatisfactory). As long as your student gives their best effort and actively participates, they’ll do excellent.  I am excited for this class to get rolling. If your student took it last year, things will be different this year. For all the new students, welcome. I am so thankful you’re here.

Tutor:  Poem Bokoles

This year in elementary music we are turning up the beat! Students will delve into the world of different genres of music and experience the cultures behind them through history, movement, and in class instrument demonstrations! We will explore the voice through beginners vocal training, and learn the importance of rhythm through dance! The year will end with a smash as we take a field trip to the Nashville Symphony!

Tutor: Jessica Sauer

The goal of Elementary P.E.is to introduce individual and team activities within a fun and positive environment! We will discuss the importance of taking care of ourselves through fitness and physical activity. We will focus on developing confidence, learning about healthy habits, and practicing positive social skills. Our daily classes will include the following:  ● Games ● Outdoor activities (including nature walks and running!) ● Yoga ● Sports skill building ● Music and dance