Teacher:  Brie Corrington     Age:  MS/HS      Length:  Full Year

Using the state-of-the-art curriculum “Sneak on the Lot” by famed Hollywood producers/directors Chet Thomas and Darrin Fletcher, we will learn the basics of film program concept to screen.

Students will write, develop, prep, shoot, cut, and distribute their short films. Students will be able to break into crew positions as director, producer, writer, cinematographer, and editor and learn how each position is essential to the filmmaking art.

***Hard Requirement: Students will need a camera (a phone camera works well and is recommended) and a laptop to bring to class.

https://www.sneakonthelot.com/

Teacher:  Krista Romero   Age:  MS/HS    Length:  2nd Semester

Get ready to see the world in a whole new way! 

This hands-on photography class will explore photography's fun and creative side while learning the basics of camera settings, composition, and lighting.

Each week, we'll tackle a new and exciting photography project in class, from toy photography and forced perspective to creative self-portraits and cool photo tricks. To sharpen their skills, students will complete fun skill-building challenges outside of class, like scavenger hunts and themed photo assignments.

Whether using a camera or a phone, this class is all about experimenting, thinking outside the box, and having fun capturing amazing images!

Teacher:  Christine Spencer     Age:  MS/HS      Length:  Full Year

Ready to design a logo that's all you? 

In this class, you'll dive into the world of graphic design and learn the art of creating a unique, professional logo from scratch! We'll cover everything from brainstorming ideas to mastering design software while focusing on the key principles that make a logo memorable and effective. You will complete an end-of-year project showcasing your logo on a t-shirt, hoodie, mug, tumbler, or something you choose.

Whether you're looking to brand yourself or just want to learn a new skill, this class is perfect for anyone wishing to bring their creative vision to life.

*Additional Class Fees: This class requires an additional fee of $15 to cover the cost of mid- and end-of-year projects.

Teacher:  Andrea Ripplinger    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  2nd Semester

Young Innovators is a fun and exciting entrepreneurship course designed especially for kids! 

In this hands-on class, students will explore the world of business, creativity, and problem-solving. Through interactive scenarios, real-life examples, and fun but challenging "work," kids will learn the basics of starting their own business.

Students will discover how entrepreneurs think, solve problems, and bring their ideas to life. They'll also dive into the world of market research—learning how to find out what people need, what they like, and how to make wise decisions based on what's popular or missing in the market. In addition to market research, students will gain valuable knowledge about the essentials of teamwork, budgeting, marketing and sales skills, customer service, and gathering points of data to make their business ideas even better!

Whether they dream of opening a lemonade stand, designing a new toy, or launching an app, this course will inspire the next generation of young innovators to think big and act boldly. By the end of the course, students will have developed their own business plan—backed by the research they've done to make their ideas shine.

Teacher:  Christine Spencer    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  2nd Semester

Ready to bring your crochet skills to life? 

In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to crochet a cute and cuddly plushie from start to finish! If you have some crochet experience, you'll master the basics of amigurumi (the art of making stuffed toys) while creating a one-of-a-kind plushie to call your own. We'll cover everything from shaping your plushie to adding fun details so you can walk away with a soft, squishy creation and the confidence to make more! 

Grab your yarn and hook – it's time to get crocheting!

Teacher:  Andrea Ripplinger    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  1st Semester

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this all-in-one course covers everything you need to know to start decorating desserts. 

We'll start with the fundamentals, including piping techniques, icing consistency, and color theory, and explore different types of icing, such as royal icing, buttercream, and fondant. We'll also learn how each type of icing can be used to create various textures and effects and practice to refine your own technique for each type. 

If time and student progress allow, we could advance to more intricate designing skills, like fondant sculpting, stencils, multi-layered cakes, and edible embellishments. 

By the end of the semester, students will have the confidence and skills to create their own beautifully decorated desserts for any occasion, from casual treats to show-stopping centerpieces.

Join us as we explore, create, and grow together!

Teacher:  Tessa Hendrickson    Age:  MS      Length:  2nd Semester

Is eating food one of your favorite hobbies? If so, this is the class for you! Let's learn some cooking skills together- chopping, pressure cooking, pan frying, mixing, grating, etc. In this class, you'll also learn knife safety, food safety, and some mindfulness skills around food. We will have a couple of fun competitions. I want you to feel more confident in the kitchen and even be able to cook these meals in your home. Of course, each class will include eating the dish we have made! 

*Food allergy warning: Please be advised that food prepared in class may contain the following ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat, soybeans, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish.

**Note: There will be an additional $25 material fee charge for this class to cover the cost of food.

Teacher:  Christine Spencer    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  1st Semester

Ready to breathe new life into your clothes? 

In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to transform your old garments into stylish, one-of-a-kind pieces! We'll dive into fun refashioning techniques and explore other intermediate sewing skills that will take your creations to the next level. Whether you're looking to update a wardrobe staple or learn some new tricks, this class is perfect for those who already know the basics and are ready to get creative with fabric and fashion. 

Come join us and make something unforgettable!

Teacher:  Christine Spencer    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  Semester 

Ready to level up your art game? 

This class is for those who are no strangers to a paintbrush or pencil and are eager to take their skills to new heights! Whether you're into painting, drawing, or experimenting with mixed media, we'll dive deep into advanced techniques, explore fresh styles, and get you thinking outside the box. Expect personalized feedback, creative challenges, and lots of room to push your boundaries and fine-tune your artistic voice. 

If you're ready to get bold and messy and create your next masterpiece, this class is for you!

Teacher:  Tom Nielsen    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  Semester

In this hands-on class, students will explore the art of clay sculpting using traditional hand-building techniques—no pottery wheels will be used. Students will learn how to shape, texture, and assemble their clay creations through coil, slab, and pinch methods. 
Projects may include functional pieces like mugs, teapots, birdhouses, Heidi Holes for terrarium pets, Horse Hair pottery, and decorative pieces like garden gnomes or Christmas decorations. 
This course emphasizes creativity, craftsmanship, and the fundamentals of working with clay, including scoring, slipping, and surface design. 

It is perfect for both beginners and returning students looking to develop their sculpting skills in a supportive, creative environment.

Note: There will be an additional $15 material fee charge for this class to cover the cost of firing the finished projects. 

Teacher:  Andrea Ripplinger    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  2nd Semester

Ready to take your crafting skills to the next level? 

If you've mastered the basics and are eager to tackle new, more advanced projects, this class is for you! Get ready to dive into a world of creative possibilities.

We'll go beyond the basics with a variety of exciting projects. Explore the art of wire-wrapped jewelry, craft unique flower and wire crowns, create stunning embroidery on fabric, and master advanced beading, chain, and clasp jewelry techniques—no more stringing beads!

Unleash your creative potential, explore new crafting areas, and even discover how these skills could turn into a fun side business! Let's level up your craft game together!

Note: If your child took this class last year, the same types of crafting projects will be repeated, with just a few new concepts introduced.

Teacher:  Christine Spencer    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  Semester

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on class, where you’ll learn how to create stunning illustrations and transform them into your own book! 

We’ll cover essential techniques for bringing your drawings to life and explore the art of binding, page layout, and design. 

Whether you’re an aspiring illustrator or just love to create, this class is the perfect way to turn your artistic visions into a tangible, beautifully crafted book.

Teacher:  Krista Romero    Age:  MS/HS      Length:  1st Semester

Have you ever wanted to try tie-dyeing T-shirts, making Halloween decorations, sculpting with paper-mâché, resin, sewing, or creating spray paint art? 

In Pick Your Craft, you help decide what we'll learn!

Bring your ideas—what have you always wanted to create? We'll choose projects together and explore different hands-on crafts for each month. 

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, this class is about trying new things, experimenting with materials, and having fun with creativity!

Teacher:  Andrea Ripplinger    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  1st Semester

Get ready to master essential life skills that will serve you for years to come!

In this Home Economics class, you'll learn practical, hands-on skills to help you navigate your personal and family life—now and in the future. As society becomes more focused on technology, many essential life skills are fading away. We're here to bring them back to life, empowering you to become more independent, resourceful, and confident.

Throughout this course, we'll dive into various topics, including housekeeping, meal planning and cooking, sewing and mending (by hand and machine), gardening, canning and food preservation, budgeting, relationship building, and more. 

Whether you're already skilled in some areas or just starting to explore, this class will give you a solid foundation to thrive in adulthood and beyond.

Teacher:  Shane Linenberger    Age:  MS/HS      Length:  Full Year

Participants will study and journal about local ecology including medicinal/edible plants, animal behavior, birds, and tracks. They will practice fundamental survival skills such as fire by friction, cordage making, stone tools, and water purification. Students will play games and participate in facilitated experiences to hone sensory and situational awareness skills necessary for outdoor survival. Students will play an active role in their education by providing verbal feedback to the instructor, who will guide the class in their preferred direction. Examples of Skills Taught: sit spot, meditation, journaling, biology, survival skills, shelter, water, firewood working, medicinal/edible plants, wandering, nature-based games, navigation/getting lost and found, tracking and awareness, and bird language.

**Hard Requirement: EVERY class will be held OUTSIDE on a TUESDAY OFF-SITE of the co-op from 12:00-2:00 p.m.

***Note: The location of this class is  3333 Fernwood Cir, Layton, UT 84040

Taught by Shane Linenberger of https://www.makingtracks.co/

Teacher:  Krista Romero    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  1st Semester

Get ready to explore the human skeleton like never before! 

Bare Bones: Art & Anatomy is a hands-on class where students learn about the body's bones while engaging in creative projects. From assembling 3D-printed skeleton hands, feet, and spines to creating art projects that reinforce anatomy concepts, students will gain a deeper understanding of how our bones work—all through the lens of art. 

This class blends science and creativity for a fun and engaging learning experience. 

Teacher:  Brie Corrington    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  Full Year

This year-long class delves into the mysteries of the living things around us and how they all connect. Students will have hands-on labs exploring the fascinating worlds of microbiology, plants, fungi, and animals. 

*Note: This class will use the dissection of animals, and students are expected to do so with respect and seriousness. Human reproduction will not be covered in this class.

**Note: If your child took this class last year, the SAME lesson plans and dissection labs will be taught.

Teacher:  Brie Corrington    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  Full Year

This class is designed to build upon students' prior knowledge and foundational science concepts they've previously encountered in general science or introductory biology.
Through engaging lessons, hands-on activities, labs, and real-world applications, students will deepen their understanding of all living things from Micro to Macro, cycles to learn from, such as the Carbon cycle to the Kreb cycle, and genetics to investigate further. We will also dive deeper into more complex animal and plant systems.
Each unit connects new material to concepts previously taught, reinforcing learning and promoting critical thinking. By revisiting and expanding on earlier lessons, this course helps students develop a more comprehensive and connected understanding of life science.

*Note: This class will use the dissection of animals, and students are expected to do so with respect and seriousness. Human reproduction will not be covered in this class.

**Note: This Biology Class is NOT the same one taught last year. This class will build on previous lessons, and all NEW lesson plans will be taught. 

Teacher:  Tom Nielsen    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  Full Year

Curious about the world around you? In this class, we will answer questions like:

• How Were the Pyramids Built?

• What is Centrifugal Force?

• How Do Electric Motors and Air Conditioners Work?

• What is the Difference Between Potential and Kinetic Energy?

We will create Hands-On Experiments inspired by the greats like Galileo, Isaac Newton, and James Clark Maxwell. 

We will learn through discussion, demonstration, and DIY experiments.

Perfect for students who love asking "how" and "why" — and are ready to get their hands dirty in the name of science!

Teacher:  Tom Nielsen  Age:  MS/HS   Length:  Full Year

This engaging Earth Science course offers students a deep dive into the dynamic processes that shape our planet. Through hands-on activities, discussions, and interactive learning, students will explore subjects like:

• The rock cycle and how different types of rocks are formed
• Identification and formation of fossils
• How coal, petroleum, and other natural resources develop over time
• The structure of the Earth and the theory of plate tectonics
• Weather systems and patterns, including how to read weather maps
• Names and types of clouds and how they relate to weather forecasting

This course encourages curiosity about the natural world and develops a strong foundation in Earth's physical processes. It is perfect for students who love digging in the dirt, watching the sky, or asking, "How does that work?"

Teacher:  Brie Corrington    Age:  MS    Length:  Full Year

Learn the ins and outs of the universe! How light, energy, and the laws of motion work. With hands-on labs we will build and create flying machines, catapults, and more!

Teacher:  Alison Brown    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  Full Year

This class uses the fantasy world of Wings of Fire to learn real-world historical analysis. 

We’ll examine the ancient scrolls, firsthand accounts, and artifacts Starflight collected in Guide to the Dragon World with the eyes of historians, learning what knowledge we can extract from them. Then, we’ll compare them to similar documents from the real world, helping us understand how humans and dragons have answered the essential questions of history, the ones that shape our societies.

Note: Students must purchase a $25 book called Guide to the Dragon World for this class. 

Teacher:  Camile Biggs  Age:  MS/HS   Length:  Full Year

Snapology Lego-Robotics will be returning for another year at ConnectED!

This class will be designed for returning students or any first-timers with all NEW units and challenges such as:

Creature Creators Robotics, Halloween Robotics, Prehistoric Creatures Robotics, Real World Robotics and Space Wars Robotics. 

Snapology's STEAM enrichment programs focus on Next Generation Science Standards that teach children about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through our curriculum and using LEGO® bricks and other learning tools.

Snapology's themed programs are designed to promote creative play, teamwork, and social skills. Students are engaged in a variety of popular media and character theme-focused activities, like superheroes and tv shows, while using engineering principles and developing creativity, communication and collaboration skills.

Competition teams take building and teamwork to a new level. These programs feature a real-world challenge to be solved by research, critical thinking, and imagination. Guided by adult coaches, students work in teams and overcome challenges together.

Taught by Camile Biggs of www.layton.snapology.com.  

Teacher:  Krista Romero    Age:  MS/HS    Length:  2nd Semester

Step into the world of mystery, magic, and adventure as we explore books through hands-on crafts and delicious recipes! We'll bring the stories to life each week with creative projects and themed treats inspired by the books. Whether we're crafting magical relics, designing book-themed artwork, or cooking up dishes straight from the pages, this class is the perfect mix of reading, creativity, and fun!

Note: Each student must purchase or borrow these books from the library. The designated books that are required reading for this class are:

The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Ben Archer and The Cosmic Fall by Rae Knightly

Magic Bitter, Magic Sweet by Charlie N. Holmberg

Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon

Salt and Sugar by Rebecca Carvalho