Homeschool Classes in Santa Clarita are held at Newhall Church of the Nazarene, 23857 The Old Road, Newhall (no affiliation with the church)
Registration is open – Classes start Jan.12
Spring 2026
| Class | Days | Instructors | Dates | Times | Ages | Description | # of weeks | Duration | Class Tuition | Class Status | Instructor Bio | |||
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| Engineering with Legos - new & continuing students welcome - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Kim Turney Schmidt | 01/12 - 04/27 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 5 yrs & up | Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed all new projects. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. All new projects! | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Lego Robotics | O | |
| Japanese Adventures - ages 5+ Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Noriko Hiruma | 01/12 - 04/27 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 5 yrs & up | Join our "Fun Japanese Adventure" class to learn about Japanese language and culture while having fun! Through games and activities, you'll learn basic words and phrases in Japanese. Each week, you'll also practice writing your name in Japanese. An exciting and enjoyable adventure awaits you! | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Foreign Language | O | |
| Read The Page - Play On Stage - Readers' Theater and Theater Improv Games! - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Laura Lanoil | 01/12 - 04/27 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 8 yrs & up | Get ready to read, act and improvise! In this high energy class, students will explore the magic of performing through Readers Theatre and Improv games! They will bring stories to life through expressive reading, voices and facial expression! No memorization required! Table read comes first and then we put the script on it’s feet and see what magic happens! They will learn to think on their feet through improv games that spark creativity and build confidence! Whether they are acting out a script , fracturing a fairytale or creating a story on the spot, students will boost reading skills, teamwork and stage presence in a fun supportive environment! It is really an awesome mix of acting and reading, | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Acting | O | Semester class |
| Together Time Play School - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Angela Goree | 01/12 - 04/27 | 09:50 AM - 10:50 AM | 3 yrs & up | In this class, you will use tools and activities to play alongside your children as they get comfortable in a new environment. We will use music, manipulatives, toys, games, and crafts throughout the session. Students will work on social skills and critical thinking skills while following directions in a group, taking turns, and working together. (Parents don't pay). Parents will be part of the activities for the first 15 minutes of class every week and thereafter they can enjoy the playground while being with younger siblings or wait in the parent room till the end of class. For the first 15 minutes, younger siblings are welcome to stay in the class with the parents as well. | 14 weeks | 60 minutes per class | $449 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| Kitchen Chemistry - Newhall - new & continuing students welcome - Spring '26 | Mon | Alicia Danielle - Nourished by Alicia | 01/12 - 04/27 | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | 5 yrs & up | Children are naturally fascinated by the world around them. This book utilizes that sense of wonder to help your students or children at home learn about chemistry in the kitchen. List of Concepts: * how to do an experiment * observing, predicting and recording results * learn about chemical properties & reactions using everyday kitchen items List of Activities: Experiments to explore such questions as: * why oil & water don’t mix * why soap helps to clean * creating ” invisible ink” * floating eggs * penny magic, and more * forms to record results * simple scientific explanations and more Class max: 8 | 14 weeks | 50 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| All 'bout Money! - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Shari Kenehan | 01/12 - 04/27 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Ever wonder how money really works? Learn how to earn, save, and grow your cash through fun games and challenges. From side hustles to smart spending, this class makes financial skills exciting, empowering, and totally real-world ready. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Japanese Adventures - ages 9+ Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Noriko Hiruma | 01/12 - 04/27 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Join our "Fun Japanese Adventure" class to learn about Japanese language and culture while having fun! Through games and activities, you'll learn basic words and phrases in Japanese. Each week, you'll also practice writing your name in Japanese. An exciting and enjoyable adventure awaits you! | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Foreign Language | O | |
| Playing through the Arts Rotation - 8+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Angela Goree | 01/12 - 04/27 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | The arts are a great tool to help children build self-confidence and self-awareness in an non intimidating way.This class is for children who are outgoing as well as children who may need to build self confidence. Learners will be encouraged but not forced to participate. In this class, learners of all skill levels will explore different aspects of the arts including music, theater, painting/drawing, dance and more to promote creativity. This is a forum for children to express their creativity and imagination. We will use hip hop dance,theatre exercises,and drawing/painting while we play and learn. We will create and use basic musical instruments to express our muscial side. We'll even find ways to bring different forms of art together. This class is not about mastery of a specific skill, but the focus is to introduce some of the many ways that they can express themselves while having fun. Regular attendance in class is encouraged so learners can grow together in a supportive community | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| STEM Explorations using LEGO® - new & continuing students welcome -new projects! - Newhall - Spring | Mon | Kim Turney Schmidt | 01/12 - 04/27 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | Level up your engineering skills with thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas with some robotics integration. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Lego Robotics | O | |
| Storybook Cooking - new & continuing students welcome - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Alicia Danielle - Nourished by Alicia | 01/12 - 04/27 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | Class begins with a story, and the hands-on experience that includes measuring, sifting, pouring, scooping, combining ingredients and tasting. Kids also learn table manners, safe kitchen practices, and how to set up and clean up their workspace. Children cook and eat their own story inspired recipe in the class. Class max: 8 students | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| Talk, Talk, Talk! Public Speaking for 9+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Laura Lanoil | 01/12 - 04/27 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | TALK TALK TALK! LEARN HOW TO DELIVER A SPEECH THROUGH FUN THEATRE GAMES AND PUBLIC SPEAKING No matter who we are , our age or what we want to do with our lives, we are all going to find ourselves in situations where we are going to have to speak in public - in front of people! In other words, PUBLIC SPEAKING! Some people are born comfortable doing this while others - not so much! Through positive encouragement and new skills, you will learn to tame any pesky butterflies and up your game no matter where you are in this journey! You will be given the tools to make you both comfortable and confident speaking in front of a group! If you are ever feeling argumentative ( and who isn’t? We will definitely dabble in creative debate! Do you believe pineapple belongs on a pizza? Is homework helpful? Toss in a few improv games and we have a recipe for a whole lot of fun! Each week students will present a short speech based on a creative topic or prompt, which will be assigned each week. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | Semester class |
| Exploration Through Movement and Games - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Angela Goree | 01/12 - 05/01 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | This class is all about play and movement! Children will play indoor and outdoor games while getting some social interaction and exercise. They will rotate through activities throughout the session so that there is always something fresh for them to do. We will play familiar games like freeze tag, Simon says, and more. But they will also help to create mini obstacle courses and make their own relays. They will work on body and spatial awareness as they participate in fun exercises and movement songs. This class will provide practice in taking turns and learning how to follow rules as they play and learn together in a group. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | PE | O | |
| Once Upon A Story and Theater Adventures! - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Laura Lanoil | 01/12 - 04/27 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | Jump into a world of imagination and fun in this playful story time class! Read exciting books and fairytales and act it out. Each class begins with a dynamic and engaging read-aloud led by the teacher, setting the stage for that day's creative exploration! Bringing the story to life through expressive voices, gestures and interactive prompts drawing children into the world of the narrative. As the story unfolds, children are encouraged to ask questions and predict what happens next, fostering listening, and active participation while nurturing confidence and a love of storytelling. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | Semester class |
| Sculpting Small - Newhall - 6-week class - Spring '26 | Mon | Charlotte Cass | 03/23 - 04/27 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | This class is for those who love working with clay or want to give it a try. We will be using polymer clay that can be baked for more durable creations. The teacher will take items home to bake and return to finish it up. Class max: 6 | 6 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $215 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| The Forensic Files - Forensic Science - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Shari Kenehan | 01/12 - 04/27 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Step into the shoes of a real crime scene analyst. Learn how to collect evidence, examine fingerprints, decode DNA, and piece together clues to uncover the truth. Each week focuses on hands-on experiments and real-world techniques used by modern forensic experts. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| The Magical Kitchen: A Kids’ Herbal & Cooking Adventure! - 8+ - Newhall - Spring '26 | Mon | Alicia Danielle - Nourished by Alicia | 01/12 - 04/27 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | Get ready to sniff, taste, mix, mash, and cook your way through the magical world of herbs! In this hands-on class, young chefs explore yummy plants like mint, basil, lavender, rosemary, and more. Each week brings a new herb hero to discover—along with fun activities like making mint tea, mixing your own herb blends, baking rosemary biscuits, and creating colorful herb art. Kids will grow their own little herb pots, keep a special Herb Journal, and learn simple, safe kitchen skills while making delicious snacks and treats. From sweet lavender lemonade to super-green pesto to tasty herb dips, students get to try new flavors and create their very own recipes. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| American Sign Language (ASL) Conversations - new & continuing students welcome - Spring '26 | Tue | Mayra Santos | 01/13 - 04/28 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 9 yrs & up | Come study the amazing language of ASL (American Sign Language) and also learn about deaf culture from a person who is part of the deaf community. New & continuing students welcome! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Foreign Language | O | |
| How To Train Your Dragon Academy - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Daniel Nah | 01/13 - 04/28 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 8 yrs & up | Come study dragons in folklore and in the popular movie "How to Train Your Dragon". Class might contain some scary content for young kids, so please keep that in mind. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Middle School Science with Ms. Sarah - 11+ - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Sarah Bonham | 01/13 - 04/28 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 11 yrs & up | Join us this semester for cell theory, ecosystems and electric and magnetic forces. There will be a take-home paper every week or two for samples. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Phonics & Word Study with Stories - level 1 - new & continuing students welcome - Spring '26 | Tue | Erin Sullivan | 01/13 - 04/28 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 4 yrs & up | We will learn and assemble the sounds of consonants, vowels, and digraphs to unlock the magic of words and the world of reading! Below is how our levels progress to be ability-based: Level 1 : This class would be for pre-readers and focus on letters, sounds, phonics, basic sight words, and beginning blending. This class is intended to be a year-long class. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Study Spanish through Literature, Poetry, Music, Culture, Art & Play (9+.) - Spring '26 | Tue | Gabriela Viramontes | 01/13 - 04/28 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 9 yrs & up | Come study Spanish through age-appropriate stories/literature, poems, songs, art, and games. We will also study related topics to the literature of the week including history, geography, and science. Learn from a native speaker & experience the culture as well! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Foreign Language | O | |
| The Speak Easy, Speak Up and Speak Out Public Speaking & Improv Games -12+yo. - Newhall - Spring '2 | Tue | Laura Lanoil | 01/13 - 04/28 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 12 yrs & up | This energetic small group class helps build confidence and communication skills through fun, interactive public speaking activities! Instead of lectures and pressure, students play improv games, deliver weekly mini speeches and participate in group challenges that make speaking in front of people feel natural and fun! We will explore all of the trips and tricks that make an effective and dynamic speaker! In this supportive space, student can be themselves, take risks and cheer each other on. Perfect for shy speakers and bold performers alike, this class makes public speaking a skill to enjoy-not fear! This class can be repeated! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | Semester class |
| World Landmarks & their History through Minecraft - 6+ - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Kim Turney Schmidt | 01/13 - 04/28 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 6 yrs & up | Let's learn all about the history, geography and culture on some well-known and less well-known landmarks across the world! Then create a project in Minecraft to share with friends at the end of class! **Every student will need their own laptop/cellphone/iPad/or tablet device with Minecraft installed. They will also need to have their own Minecraft account set up on the device. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Social Studies | O | |
| American Sign Language (ASL) Conversations for Little Ones - Spring '26 | Tue | Mayra Santos | 01/13 - 04/28 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | Come study the amazing language of ASL (American Sign Language) and also learn about deaf culture from a person who is part of the deaf community. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Foreign Language | O | |
| Harry Potter Academy (Language Arts, Science & Art) - Yr.2 - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Daniel Nah | 01/13 - 04/28 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Come to the wonderful world of Harry Potter Academy with Professor Daniel! Does your child dream of exploring a world of magic and mystery? Our academy offers a magical journey through the world of Harry Potter, where learning becomes an adventure! From brewing potions, learning about mythical animals, Creating magical art works and understanding the magic of science! Science - Our young wizards and witches will explore the magical world of science, learning about gravity, chemical reactions, and the wonders of the universe. From creating magical slime to understanding the stars, they'll discover the real-world magic behind their favorite spells. Arts and Crafts - Our young wizards and witches will unleash their creativity by designing their own wands, crafting magical creatures, and writing enchanting stories. Every Semester a child will receive a "Charm spell" (aka badge) and will receive new badges over the years! Come on by and join the magical world of Harry Potter! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| History & Cultures through Minecraft: India & Southeast Asia - 10+ - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Kim Turney Schmidt | 01/13 - 04/28 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 10 yrs & up | Let's learn all about the history, geography and culture on some well-known and less well-known parts of India & Southeast Asia! Then create a project in Minecraft to share with friends at the end of class! **Every student will need their own laptop/cellphone/iPad/or tablet device with Minecraft installed. They will also need to have their own Minecraft account set up on the device. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Social Studies | O | |
| Once Upon A Story and Theater Adventures! - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Laura Lanoil | 01/13 - 04/28 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | Jump into a world of imagination and fun in this playful story time class! Read exciting books and fairytales and act it out. Each class begins with a dynamic and engaging read-aloud led by the teacher, setting the stage for that day's creative exploration! Bringing the story to life through expressive voices, gestures and interactive prompts drawing children into the world of the narrative. As the story unfolds, children are encouraged to ask questions and predict what happens next, fostering listening, and active participation while nurturing confidence and a love of storytelling. Stories are carefully chosen to spark imagination and offer rich opportunities to explore characters through role playing and collaborative storytelling activities. Each week is a new story and a new adventure! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Class is full; please click the Register button to be added to the waitlist | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Acting | W | |
| Reading & Comprehension with phonics & stories - level 3 - Spring '26 | Tue | Erin Sullivan | 01/13 - 04/28 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 7 yrs & up | This class is for intermediate readers and students would begin reading longer stories and include more written responses to the reading. Class will focus on long-vowel blends, digraphs, and more advanced sight words. This class is intended to be a year-long class. This class will incorporate fun books to practice reading. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Study Spanish through Literature, Poetry, Music, Culture, Art & Play (5-8yo.) - Spring '26 | Tue | Gabriela Viramontes | 01/13 - 04/28 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | Come study Spanish through age-appropriate stories/literature, poems, songs, art, and games. We will also study related topics to the literature of the week including history, geography, and science. Learn from a native speaker & experience the culture as well! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Foreign Language | O | |
| Upper Elementary Science - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Sarah Bonham | 01/13 - 04/28 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Join our class to explore energy, Earth's features and rock layers and waves. We will do a mix of lecture and hands-on experiments. There is a take-home paper each week or two that can be used for Science samples. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Camping, Connection & Creativity - 7+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Gabriela Viramontes | 01/13 - 04/28 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 7 yrs & up | A class where we unplug and learn some basic camp essentials and wilderness skill. Set up camp, tie a knot, connect outside! We'll play games, work as a team, and talk indigenous wisdom! Classes will take place predominately outside! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| Introduction to 2D Video Game Design - Level 1&2 - new & continuing students welcome - Spring '26 | Tue | Kim Turney Schmidt | 01/13 - 04/28 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | Playing video games and designing them are 2 different skills. This class will take your child into the world of designing and creating their own 2D video game. Using Clickteam Fusion 2.5, students create their video game without having to learn actual programming first. They can also put their own music, video, animations and photos into their video games with a simple click. In the early stage of the program, students work together with their instructor to develop a video game as a group. As they progress, they will be able to work independently on their own games. For Level 2 – students need prior knowledge of the program. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Technology and Programming | O | Semester class |
| Let's Do Art! - new & continuing students welcome - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Nancy Schier | 01/13 - 04/28 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | Nancy Schier's classes offer a dynamic blend of crafting, creativity, and skill-building, providing students with a rich and immersive artistic experience. Through hands-on workshops, participants explore a diverse range of techniques and mediums, from collage-making, and watercolors to experimenting with various tools and materials. Nancy's emphasis on creativity fosters a supportive environment where students are encouraged to unleash their imagination and express themselves freely. Nancy's passion for teaching extends beyond technical skills, as she also emphasizes the importance of experimentation and self-expression in the artistic process. By nurturing a spirit of curiosity and exploration, she inspires her students to embrace their unique artistic voice and develop their own signature style. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| Phonics & Reading Comprehension with stories - level 2 - new & continuing students welcome - Spring | Tue | Erin Sullivan | 01/13 - 04/28 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | We will learn and assemble the sounds of consonants, vowels, and digraphs to unlock the magic of words and the world of reading! Below is how our levels progress to be ability-based: Level 2: This class would be for students who have a knowledge of letters, sounds and basic blending. The focus would be on improving skills, expanding the recognition of sight words, and expanding vocabulary. Students would also start working on long-vowel blends. This class is intended to be a year-long class. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Upper Elementary History - Newhall - Spring '26 | Tue | Sarah Bonham | 01/13 - 04/28 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Join us as we continue to journey through the Middle Ages and learn about the people, places and events that make this a fascinating time period! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Social Studies | O | |
| Creative Writing - 14+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Wed | Meredith Boyle | 01/14 - 04/29 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 14 yrs & up | Come learn how to organize your creative thoughts into beautiful stories! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Intro to Shakespeare - 8-12yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Wed | Calliope Weisman | 01/14 - 04/29 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 9 yrs & up | ~ Discuss common language and themes in Shakespeare plays ~ Rehearse and perform monologues and scenes from Shakespeare plays OR an abridged version of a Shakespeare play ~ Culminates in a final performance with stylized costumes, props, and set pieces!" | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Acting | O | |
| Introduction to DIY & Woodworking Projects - new & continuing students welcome - Newhall - Spring'26 | Wed | Michael Marchesan | 01/14 - 04/29 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 8 yrs & up | Welcome to DIY Projects! New & continuing students welcome - new projects! In this level we will learn the basics of tools, techniques and how to use them for applied projects such as hammers, drills, drill bits, fasteners, saws, sawing techniques and wood assembly techniques. After this class, you will learn the basics to help around and do basic projects around your household and simple woodworking projects. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | Semester class |
| Junior Scientists - Animal Biomes, Habitats, and Classifications - 5+ - Newhall - Spring '26 | Wed | Quest in Science | 01/14 - 04/29 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 5 yrs & up | This wonderful Quest in Science course will have students exploring our diverse world and its animal inhabitants. They will learn about the various biomes around the world and the habitats within each. They will investigate how different animals adapt and survive within their individual areas. They will investigate how adaptations help animals survive in extreme environments. They will also explore how animals can work together in groups, as well as compete against each other, for survival. They will understand how animals are classified and how to categorize species by their physical and environmental features. At the end of the course, each student will present a diorama project of their favorite animal, depicting its habitat and characteristics that make it unique. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Math Discoveries - level 3 Wednesday (Multiplication & Division, Area, and more)-Spring '26 | Wed | Erin Sullivan | 01/14 - 04/29 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 6 yrs & up | This play-based Math Exploration class with lots of games and activities to make math come alive, is ideal for the students starting their math journey with multiplication & division. This class focuses on introducing the concepts and practicing as well as learning some times tables math facts which helps with accuracy in math later on. It will also touch on other topics, that apply multiplication & division such as area in basic geometric shapes. This class is intended to be a year-long class. Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| "Stair"-way to Making Grammar Fun, Spelling & IEW Writing -new material - Spring '26 | Wed | Terri Stair | 01/14 - 04/29 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 11 yrs & up | Join us for class and gain a playful perspective about learning in an atmosphere where curiosity and innovative thinking are ignited! Whimsical posters, props, songs, and games reveal the building blocks of language and transform grammar from boring and bewildering to amusing and understandable! Students learn about the eight parts of speech, clauses and phrases, sentence purposes, the nine noun jobs, pronouns, types of verbs, and sentence structures. Students will improve their reading comprehension skills through their increased understanding of language structure. Now the class is getting even more exciting by adding in Greek & Latin root words to help with spelling – lots of games and fun will be part of the mix! | 15 weeks | 60 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Creative Writing - 11+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Wed | Meredith Boyle | 01/14 - 04/29 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 11 yrs & up | Come learn how to organize your creative thoughts into beautiful stories! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Junior Scientists - Earth’s Living Systems - 9+ - Newhall - Spring '26 | Wed | Quest in Science | 01/14 - 04/29 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Spring is here and there is no better time to study our wonderful Earth and the amazing, diverse forms of life on it! In this exciting, hands-on Quest in Science course, students will be introduced to the Earth’s biosphere, the thin, fragile shell of life that surrounds our planet. Students will study the biosphere by breaking it up into ecosystems and exploring the complex relationship between the biotic and abiotic factors that exist within them. Students will experiment with photosynthesis, model energy flow in a food web, examine the food chain by dissecting an owl pellet, and study decomposers both macroscopically and microscopically. During the second half of the course, our focus will be on life systems, both plant and animal. Throughout the quarter, students work together in small lab groups to perform experiments, test hypotheses, and gather and record data.They will keep a science folder for all their work related to our science studies that will go home with them each week. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Math Discoveries (Pre-Algebra) - level 6 Math - ability-based - Spring '26 | Wed | Michael Marchesan | 01/14 - 04/29 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | At the beginning of each semester, students can take the simple assessment test online to see what level they should place into or speak to their current Math teacher to make sure they advance to the right starting level. During the Math time slots, new concepts will be introduced and then students will practice it in a variety of age-appropriate ways, depending on the math level. As part of each class students will also be able to play some Math & Logic Games appropriate to their level. Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ The levels will be divided as follows: Level 1:Number Sense & Place Value Level 2: Addition & Subtraction Level 3: Multiplication & Division Level 4: Decimals, %, and Fractions Level 5: Integers & Pre-Algebra introduction Level 6: Pre-Algebra Then Algebra 1 | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Math Discoveries-level 1 Wednesday-(Place Value,Number Sense,Intro to Addition &Subtraction, Shapes) | Wed | Erin Sullivan | 01/14 - 04/29 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 4 yrs & up | This play-based Math Exploration class with lots of games and activities to make math come alive, is ideal for the youngest students and will encompass the concepts of place value, number sense, shapes, beginning addition & subtraction, and more. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Theater Play Performance! - 7-10yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Wed | Calliope Weisman | 01/14 - 04/29 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 7 yrs & up | ~ Rehearse and perform a 15-25min play, chosen by the class! ~ Learn theatre fundamentals in the rehearsal process including improv, voice, movement, character analysis, trust exercises, and ensemble building ~ Build your own props and design your own costumes! ~ Culminates in a final performance with costumes, props, and set pieces!" | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Acting | O | |
| IEW Writing - History-themed - new & continuing students welcome - Spring '26 | Wed | Terri Stair | 01/14 - 04/29 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | Come learn how writing can become painless and even enjoyable with our veteran teacher, Terri Stair, who uses the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) curriculum to help students on this path. Terri is a certified IEW instructor and has taught countless children with this method, including her own children. This year’s writing is meant to coincide with our World History study of the Renaissance, so that the writing will also be related to the same time period. Using The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) methods, students will learn to research topics, prepare keyword outlines from the source texts, organize the information, write their own sentences from their notes, and format three paragraph to five paragraph informative and persuasive essays. They will learn and practice IEW stylistic techniques to communicate more effectively and engage their audience. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Introduction to Photography, Photo Editing, and Yearbook | Wed | Michael Marchesan | 01/14 - 04/29 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 12 yrs & up | Come learn how to take great photos, even with a phone camera. Learn about photo basics, such as lighting, aperture, and more. The class will also offer an introduction to photo editing software and students will assist in creating some of the yearbook pages for this year's yearbook! Students will bring their own cameras and laptops/devices to use for editing. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| Math Discoveries - level 2 (Addition & Subtraction, Perimeter and more)-Spring '26 | Wed | Erin Sullivan | 01/14 - 04/29 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | This play-based Math Exploration class with lots of games and activities to make math come alive, is ideal for the students starting their math journey with addition & subtraction. This class focuses on introducing the concepts and practicing as well as learning some addition & subtraction facts which helps with accuracy in math later on. Then students will be introduced to multiplication & division and through games and activities by the end of the year. This class is intended to be a year-long class. Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Middle School Science - Physics Concepts - new & continuing students - 11+yo. - Newhall - Spring '2 | Wed | Quest in Science | 01/14 - 04/29 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 11 yrs & up | Our yearlong Physics Concepts course continues but is open for new students to enter.This Spring, we will focus on the physical concepts of energy and energy transfer in our world and beyond. We will study mechanical, chemical, thermal, electrical, magnetic, and light energy. Each week, students will participate in hands-on investigations to better understand the concepts. There will be several fun class projects. There will be an end-of-quarter project that students will design and build to demonstrate their understanding of physics. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Musical Theater - Newhall - Spring '26 | Wed | Calliope Weisman | 01/14 - 04/29 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | ~ Analyze classical and contemporary musical theater songs ~ Build characters and act while singing and dancing ~ Rehearse and perform solo, duet, and group numbers ~ Culminates in a final performance with stylized costumes, props, and set pieces! No previous singing/dancing experience required | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Music | O | |
| Grammar, Root Words, Spelling & IEW Writing with a Science theme - new material - Spring '26 | Thu | Terri Stair | 01/15 - 04/30 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 11 yrs & up | Join us for class and gain a playful perspective about learning in an atmosphere where curiosity and innovative thinking are ignited! Whimsical posters, props, songs, and games reveal the building blocks of language and transform grammar from boring and bewildering to amusing and understandable! Students learn about the eight parts of speech, clauses and phrases, sentence purposes, the nine noun jobs, pronouns, types of verbs, and sentence structures. Students will improve their reading comprehension skills through their increased understanding of language structure. Now the class is getting even more exciting by adding in Greek & Latin root words to help with spelling – lots of games and fun will be part of the mix! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Math Discoveries - level 3 Thursday (Multiplication & Division, Area, and more)- Spring '26 | Thu | Erin Sullivan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 6 yrs & up | This play-based Math Exploration class with lots of games and activities to make math come alive, is ideal for the students starting their math journey with multiplication & division. This class focuses on introducing the concepts and practicing as well as learning some times tables math facts which helps with accuracy in math later on. It will also touch on other topics, that apply multiplication & division such as area in basic geometric shapes. This class is intended to be a year-long class. Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Math Discoveries (Decimals, % and Fractions) - level 4 Math - ability-based - Spring '26 | Thu | Michael Marchesan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 8 yrs & up | At the beginning of each semester, students can take the simple assessment test online to see what level they should place into or speak to their current Math teacher to make sure they advance to the right starting level. During the Math time slots, new concepts will be introduced and then students will practice it in a variety of age-appropriate ways, depending on the math level. As part of each class students will also be able to play some Math & Logic Games appropriate to their level. Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ The levels will be divided as follows: Addition & Subtraction – all addition & subtraction concepts and this level will also practice some addition & subtraction facts Multiplication & Division – all multiplication & division concepts and this level will also practice multiplication & division tables Decimals, %, and Fractions Integers & Pre-Algebra | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Science through Arts & Literature - new material - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Elizabeth Sullivan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 5 yrs & up | Each week, students dive into exciting science topics—from space to chemistry and physics concepts—while bringing concepts to life through engaging art projects and stories. Sculpt the Earth’s layers, build plants, and more. This course blends STEM with artistic expression, making learning fun, visual, and unforgettable. Students will develop critical thinking skills, explore real-world science, and showcase their creations in a final Science Art Show. Perfect for budding scientists, artists, and makers who love to create and explore! Age-appropriate fun literature will also be incorporated when possible. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Young Explorers - World Exploration unit-all new (Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, Spanish) | Thu | Gabriela Viramontes | 01/15 - 04/30 | 09:30 AM - 12:20 PM | 4 yrs & up | This play/discovery-based course will dive a little deeper into world exploration with some geography, animals we meet in each ecosystem as well as what they will be called in Spanish. We’ll delve into facts about how specific animals interact with their ecosystems while still allowing plenty of space for free/interpretive play. Children will learn essential skills through literature, nature, art, and yoga. We will incorporate a lot of fine and large-motor skills work, have a few communal short term projects, and practice basic writing skills. Student input and topic interests will be welcomed and considered. This 2hr. 50 min. class will have multiple breaks, so make sure to pack a few snacks to enjoy during breaks and playtime. A large part of class is to help little ones learn how to be in a class with other classmates and the social emotional learning that happens in that space. There will be lots of stories, games, and other fun projects! | 15 weeks | 170 minutes per class | $998 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| IEW Writing - Science-themed - all new material - Spring '26 | Thu | Terri Stair | 01/15 - 04/30 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | Come learn how writing can become painless and even enjoyable with our veteran teacher, Terri Stair, who uses the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) curriculum to help students on this path. Terri is a certified IEW instructor and has taught countless children with this method, including her own children. This class will focus on science-themed writings and learning a bit about science and animals along the way. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Math Discoveries - level 2 Thursday (Addition & Subtraction, Perimeter and more)-Spring '26 | Thu | Erin Sullivan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 5 yrs & up | This play-based Math Exploration class with lots of games and activities to make math come alive, is ideal for the students starting their math journey with addition & subtraction. This class focuses on introducing the concepts and practicing as well as learning some addition & subtraction facts which helps with accuracy in math later on. Then students will be introduced to multiplication & division and through games and activities by the end of the year. This class is intended to be a year-long class. Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Math Discoveries (Integers & Pre-Algebra) - level 5 Math - year-long course ability-based - Spr'26 | Thu | Michael Marchesan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 10 yrs & up | Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ - This level assumes mastery of all basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, % and fractions). It will introduce students to negative numbers as well as pre-algebra concepts. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Science-based Writing & Art - all new material - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Elizabeth Sullivan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | In this course, students will learn about different science topics and write about it. The teacher will also mix in some art to make the class interesting for those who love art. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Chess Adventures - new & continuing students welcome - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Cameron Scott | 01/15 - 04/30 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 6 yrs & up | We are devoted to promoting the merits of chess among children by using multiple ways to make the game of chess exciting, accessible, and easy to understand. Children participating in our program, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, have better concentration and mental discipline, gain confidence, and have lots of fun! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| Cooking Around the World - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Melissa Delgadillo | 01/15 - 04/30 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | In this course students will cook a variety of different authentic dishes using common kitchen safety practices. Students will measure and cut and the math that will be covered are things such as fractions, ratios, and measurements such as grams, ounces, and pounds, calculations with the metric system, and more. Buen provecho! Bon appetit! Enjoy your food! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| Engineering, Physics & Applied Math Projects - new projects - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Michael Marchesan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Welcome to Math & Engineering Projects with Physics concepts! In this class we will accomplish 1 – 2 larger scale projects per semester in the world of building civil/mechanical projects. We will do all new projects! What makes this class different from, say a DIY Projects class where a set task is set before you with clear instructions is that this class focuses on navigating through problems and thinking of unique solutions as they come up. Engineers, above all, have to creatively design things that have never been done, and that’s what I strive to teach you in this class. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Gardening & Art - 4+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Gabriela Viramontes | 01/15 - 04/30 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 4 yrs & up | An integrative nature study course that explores our surrounding ecosystems, gardening, sustainability, and our natural connection to the world around us. In this unit study, we will explore the natural world through nature walks, observation, books, experimentation, art, and yoga, all while working to find what role we play in the process. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Literature Discussions & Activities - ages 9+ - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Terri Stair | 01/14 - 04/29 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Students will start out exploring and reading the book Phantom Tollbooth and analyze the story. Students will be encouraged to create stories, poems, and other forms of creative expression in this class. Students will have input if another book will be studied after the initial book. | 14 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Math Discoveries - level 1(Place Value,Number Sense,Intro to Addition &Subtraction, Shapes)-Spring | Thu | Erin Sullivan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 4 yrs & up | This play-based Math Exploration class with lots of games and activities to make math come alive, is ideal for the youngest students and will encompass the concepts of place value, number sense, shapes, beginning addition & subtraction, and more. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Science Adventures - all new material - Newhall - Spring '26 | Thu | Elizabeth Sullivan | 01/15 - 04/30 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 10 yrs & up | Study the wonder of science in all different science disciplines throughout the semester. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Creative Writing & Spelling with ReadKraft - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Amanda Surette | 01/16 - 05/01 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 5 yrs & up | Ignite your storytelling journey in this beginners writing class! Here you’ll learn how to plan out a story, and the three act structure. There will be lessons on how to develop your characters and have them shine through as excellent protagonists! Writing is a wonderful creative outlet and this will be a great opportunity for any child who has a big imagination and wants to put their ideas on paper. At the end of the semester we’ll all share the stories we’ve written! Students will also be using an AI-driven Language Arts application, ReadKraft, for portions of the class. Computers and tablets with headphones will be needed. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| Dungeons &Dragons - Creative Storytelling through D&D - max 6 students - Spring '26 | Fri | Noel Rodriguez | 01/16 - 05/01 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 11 yrs & up | Broaden your imagination’s horizons with this introduction to both short story writing and Dungeons and Dragons. In this class we will work as a group to create stories that students will then expand upon. We will use dungeons and dragons as a baseline for our storytelling, an excellent exercise in world-building. Students will also gain experience in working in a group while enhancing problem-solving and logic skills. By the end of the semester students will be able to play and run their own games. Class max: 6 students | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| STEM Explorers - 7+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Erin Sullivan | 01/16 - 05/01 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 7 yrs & up | Embark on hands-on science adventures inspired by KiwiCo and Mark Rober’s most exciting project boxes! Each week, students dive into a different STEM role such as paleontologist, astronaut, crystal chemist, and more building real working models and conducting interactive experiments. Through hands-on projects learners gain experience with problem-solving, creativity, and scientific thinking. This class blends fun, exploration, and engineering challenges, giving students the thrill of discovery while building confidence as young makers and innovators. Perfect for curious minds who love to build, test, tinker, and explore. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Taekwondo - 8+ yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Daniel Nah | 01/16 - 05/01 | 09:30 AM - 10:50 AM | 8 yrs & up | At Elemental Tae Kwon Do we empower young minds and bodies through the art of Tae Kwon Do. As your dedicated instructor, I'll guide your child step-by-step, empowering them with strength, discipline, and confidence. Your child will learn : Self Control Self Discipline Exercise/physical activity Building Character Teamwork Personal Development Students will learn Forms, Kicks, Punches, and Exercise Every 4 - 5 month we will have a belt test and will have to demonstrate their forms based on their belt | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | PE | O | |
| Math Discoveries (Integers & Pre-Algebra intro) - level 5 Math - ability-based - Spring '26 | Fri | Michael Marchesan | 01/16 - 05/01 | 09:50 AM - 10:50 AM | 11 yrs & up | Here is a placement test link to see if this level is most appropriate for your student: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/math-placement-tests/ - This level assumes mastery of all basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, % and fractions). It will introduce students to negative numbers as well as pre-algebra concepts. | 15 weeks | 60 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Dungeons & Dragons Creative Storytelling for the younger crowd - max 6 students - Spring '26 | Fri | Noel Rodriguez | 01/16 - 05/01 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 6 yrs & up | Broaden your imagination’s horizons with this introduction to both short story writing and Dungeons and Dragons. In this class we will work as a group to create stories that students will then expand upon. We will use dungeons and dragons as a baseline for our storytelling, an excellent exercise in world-building. Students will also gain experience in working in a group while enhancing problem-solving and logic skills. By the end of the semester students will be able to play and run their own games. Class max: 6 students | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | English Language Arts | O | |
| High School Algebra 1 (year-long course) - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Michael Marchesan | 01/16 - 05/01 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 13 yrs & up | This is a year-long class. We will start with a review of all operations with integers. We will then move into combining like terms, and writing & solving 1-step, 2-step and multi-step equations and inequalities, and absolute value inequalities. We will spend some time with the rules of exponents, including negative exponents. We will perform all operations with polynomials. We will be spending some time with linear equations and systems of equations and their graphs before moving onto all operations with rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, and quadratic equations & functions. Of course, we would never leave out uniform motion problems cause if two trains leave the station travelling at different speeds, you need to know how long it will take them to be at the same place! We will use the following textbook, which can be purchased used: McGraw Hill Algebra 1 Common Core California edition | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Modeling 101 - 8+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Suzanne Von Schaack | 01/16 - 05/01 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | Students will be learning about a. Runway walk all the ins and outs of modeling from a professional! They will learn about 1/2 turns, full turns, poise, posture, skin care, nail care, and prepping for a runway show for parents. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| Movie Appreciation - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Amanda Surette | 01/16 - 05/01 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Discover Movie Magic in this film appreciation class! We will watch and discuss silent films, early sound films and technicolor movies. Students will gain an appreciation for older and classic films. We will have a fun time learning about everything there is to know about the history of film and how the film industry has changed over the years. What was the first film? How did sound revolutionize the business? Why is technicolor film so vibrant? All these questions and more will be answered when your child attends this film appreciation class! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| Pokemon Academy - new & continuing students welcome - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Daniel Nah | 01/16 - 05/01 | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | 8 yrs & up | Unleash Your Child's Inner Trainer at Pokémon Academy! Does your child dream of catching Pokémon, battling gym leaders, and becoming a master trainer? At Pokémon Academy, we bring the excitement of the Pokémon world to life while learning to trade. Our curriculum is designed to spark curiosity and ignite imagination. Through a unique blend of science, math, and language arts, your child will: Explore the Science of Pokémon: Learn about the biology and ecology of different Pokémon species, from their habitats to their evolutionary adaptations. Master the Math of Pokémon Battles: Calculate damage, optimize team strategies, and use probability to predict outcomes. Unlock the Language Arts of the Pokémon World: Analyze the storytelling techniques used in Pokémon games and anime, and practice creative writing. Every semester their goal is to gain badges and have enough to compete at a pokemon league at our own class! Let your child's Pokemon journey begin! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Science | O | |
| Digital Art on Ipad using Procreate Software (10+yo.) - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Nancy Schier | 01/16 - 05/01 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 10 yrs & up | Procreate is one of the leading software for digital 2D art and the leading software for IPad. It is quickly becoming a staple tool in many of the biggest professional art fields. Procreate is a small fraction of the cost of Photoshop with most all the same tools and creative power, its mobile and has very little learning curve making it one of the very best software for those making their first leap from traditional into digital art, which can normally be a painstaking and frustrating process for most. In this class you will learn all the basic functions of Procreate along with tons of art tips and tricks to get you on the track to creating your own digital art pieces with help from professional digital artist, Nancy Schier. Students must provide their own 6th Gen iPad or IPad Pro (or newer) with the Procreate software and Apple pencil stylus. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| Etiquette - 7+yo. - Newhall - Spring '26 | Fri | Suzanne Von Schaack | 01/16 - 05/01 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 7 yrs & up | Have students learn all about table settings, handshakes, introductions, first impressions, invitations, thank you notes, how to accept a compliment and give one, self-care, making the most of their personality, telephone etiquette, patience, and preparing for an open house party for parents. | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Life Skills | O | |
| High School Geometry (year-long course) - Spring '26 | Fri | Michael Marchesan | 01/16 - 05/01 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 14 yrs & up | In this yearlong class we will focus on understanding plane and space relationships. One thing that many students find they like is that geometry is less abstract and more visual than algebra – easier to "see" what is going on in the problems. For some of this class we will focus on what people usually picture when they think of geometry: topics like area, perimeter and volume, measuring angles, and using triangles to find the heights of tree and buildings. You know, stuff you can use in the real world out there. About 2/3 of the class covers problems that are not designed to necessarily be directly usable in the real world, but are instead exercises so students can explore and practice the process of solving problems in general. We will spend a significant amount of time on proofs and logic, which helps students consider how we know the things we know, and how to build on knowledge we’ve learned before ..... | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Math | O | |
| Sideshows: a Class on Empathy and the Perseverance of the Human Spirit - Newhall - Spring'26 | Fri | Amanda Surette | 01/16 - 05/01 | 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM | 9 yrs & up | Step right up and dive into the fascinating history of circuses and sideshows! Students will be inspired as they learn about some remarkable people who were born with physical differences but were able to excel and thrive in so many areas. We will talk about the resilience and kindheartedness of people who accomplished so much despite their infirmities. This is a subject I am super passionate about and I want to share my love for it with others. In this class, your child will learn about performers who have advocated for human kindness and acceptance. Topics will include amusement park history from the fascinating early days of Coney Island to it's role allowing people with physical differences an opportunity to make a good living. Your children will learn about some of the most inspiring people in history. Many of them were artists, musicians, dancers, actors, writers, disability rights activists, poets, gymnasts. They were truly remarkable! | 15 weeks | 80 minutes per class | $499 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | Art | O | |
| Sword Fighters Society: Historical European Fencing - new & continuing students welcome - Spring '26 | Fri | Noel Rodriguez | 01/16 - 05/01 | 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM | 6 yrs & up | If you have ever wanted to learn how to use a sword this class is for you! Throughout the year, students will learn techniques developed by renaissance era european sword masters. This class will include studying the historical context of these techniques as well as developing the physical fitness required to practice these techniques. Note: This class was formerly known as Knight's Training. Any equipment purchased for Knight's Training will be used for Sword-Fighters Society. If you're new, there will be light contact sparring and to ensure students' safety, students must provide their own fencing mask. Here is a link to what those look like and pricing. https://tinyurl.com/mvkaksyf. The brand and color are not important as long as it is a fencing mask that covers: the face, top and sides of the head. The practice weapons are made of soft plastics and surrounded by thick padding and a link will be provided in the Canvas Classroom. | 15 weeks | 60 minutes per class | $449 (Includes all registration fees and materials) | Open | Visit our staff page for instructor bios: https://learnbeyondthebook.com/our-team/ | PE | O |
