Local Classes

On this page, you will find information about some of the many opportunities that are available to homeschoolers in our area. If you know of an opportunity that we don't have listed here, please contact us so we can add it!

Homeschool Co-ops

Excel for His Glory Christian Homeschool Enrichment (Memphis)
Excel for His Glory Christian Homeschool Enrichment is a group of Christian homeschooling families sharing in time, expenses, & resources. It is governed by the Word of God and the principles found therein. Excel meets together weekly to fellowship and offer children a variety of fun activities to enrich their homeschooling experiences. In addition to enrichment classes, throughout the year Excel offers field trips, a Cotillion, Moms' Nights Out, and more! 

Past classes have included:

Algebra, Anatomy, Art, Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Choir, Christian Manhood/Womanhood, Christian Worldview, debate, Drama, French, Geometry, Geography, Grammar, Health and Fitness, Literature, Penmanship, Photography, Scrapbooking, Sewing, Sign Language, Spanish, and other creative classes.  

Excel offers two 14 week sessions each school year.

Please contact us via email at excelforhisglory@gmail.com with any questions or to be added to our email list to be notified of upcoming class offerings.

To find out more information about enrolling your student in Excel, you may send an email to: excelforhisglory@gmail.com  or call Crystal - 810-294-7996

Class Location:
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Holy Family
79780 Main St.
Memphis, MI 48041

Physical Education

All-American Flames Gymnastix

Homeschool Gym Class

Thursdays 2:00-3:00 PM
Cost:  $5 per child/per class.  No registration required.

Classes held at:

2915 Lapeer Rd.
Port Huron, MI  48060
810-985-FLIP
YMCA

Homeschool Gym & Swim

Thursdays 12:00-2:00PM
Grades 1-12 
Involves one hour of group sports in the gym & one hour of swimming.
Non-members check the YMCA website for 6-week session pricing.  Members: free.

Classes held at:
1525 3rd Street
Port Huron, MI  48060
810-987-6400

*Payment due every 6 week session.  Registration is required through the gym.

Music

Port Huron Music Center:  Lessons & Rentals

Guitar, flute, violin, piano, bass, trumpet, voice, saxophone, trumpet

Located at:
2700 Pine Grove Ave.
Port Huron, MI  48060
810-984-5081

Lesson prices vary ~ contact Port Huron Music Center for more information.

Ruth Fry: Private Music Lessons (violin and piano)

Lessons held at:
2102 8th Street
Port Huron, MI  48060
810-989-9516

Monthly tuition ranges from $55-$85/student (32 weekly lessons total)
 
St. Clair County School for Strings

Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Double Bass, KinderMusic, Fiddle Club
Contact info:
819 9th Street
Port Huron, MI  48060
810-987-9219
http://schoolforstrings.net

Detroit Symphony Orchestra:  Educational Concert Series

ECS concerts are designed for school groups of students in grades 1-8 and feature an economical ticket cost per student (last year it was $6/student.) Home educators are welcome to bring their own children/students by registering as a "home school". You can read more about the concert series and register by clicking HERE. 

Past programs have included themes such as “An Instrumental Safari”, “Risky Business: a Musical Look at Exploration, Innovation and Character” and "What Makes Music Popular?"

Performances last approximately 45-50 minutes and take place in Orchestra Hall.
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Science and Nature

Pine River Nature Center:  Community Education Programs

Located at:
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2585 Castor Road
Goodells, MI  48027
810-364-5477

*Registration through the P.R.N.C. is required

Testing Services

Stanford Achievement Test (BJU):
Email Gary Holcomb for testing dates & prices (usually done in the spring)

New Life Christian Academy:  Testing Site
Testing done in April; Odd grades 3, 5, 7, and 9
call for pricing & registration
810-367-3770

ACT ~ website/info

SAT ~ website/info
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Tutoring Services

Filling the Gap

Whether your child is in need of some extra help for one of his/her current classes, you are in need of curriculum guidance, or you would like someone to create and teach your child any English or Sociology related classes, I can help!

I have been a certified teacher since 1994. I earned my Masters in Educational Leadership in 2002.
I have been teaching for 22 years. For more detailed information, feel free to peruse my profile on linkedin.com

Lessons are tailored to each child’s needs. Both on-line and in person classes available. 
Pricing is negotiable.                  

Contact Lori Caughel at:  caughellori@gmail.com  (810)328-5434