West Campus Cedars (7th & 8th grades)
2025 - 2026 Class Info
Below are our Discovery Class options for this age group. Students do not have to stay all day, but they do have to be enrolled in a class for each class hour they are on campus.
*any additional class supply fee is charged for supplies or teacher fees (this fee covers the FULL SCHOOL YEAR)
**any supply fees are paid directly to the teacher
1st HOUR (10am to 10:55am)
Music / choir
Join us as we explore the foundation for music learning. Students are involved in active music-making, including singing, and moving to music with varios tempos. We will perform at both showcases.
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Provided
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $0
art all
around us
A mixture of different creative arts. Learn to make homemade paper from old junk mail, make art from old jewlery and so much more.
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Provided
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $20
cooking
Learning kitchen safety, menu planning and how to cook and prepare food!
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Provided
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $40
2nd HOUR (11am to 11:55am)
steam
STEAM Education is an approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking.
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Provided
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $20
call of
the wild
Jump into all that nature has to offer. Learn survival and camping skills that will help you get outside and in the wild!
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Provided
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $10
3rd HOUR (12pm to 12:55pm)
Revelation
Fitness
This fun, faith-filled fitness class gets older kids moving with choreographed dance, strength routines, and creative games—all set to upbeat Christian and clean popular music. We’ll use props like scarves and drumsticks to keep things fresh and fun. Each class ends with a good stretch, a short devotional, and time to connect with God through stillness and worship.
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Comfortable Clothing & Footwear
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Water Bottle
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $10
Mime
Step into the world of silent expression in The Art of Mime, a dynamic and engaging course that explores the foundations of physical storytelling. Students will learn to communicate emotion, character, and narrative entirely through movement, gesture, and facial expression. Drawing from classical French mime techniques as well as contemporary physical theater, this course emphasizes body awareness, isolation, illusion, and precision. Through a mix of individual and ensemble exercises, improvisation, and choreography, participants will develop a physical vocabulary that enhances their performance skills across all theatrical disciplines. Whether you're an actor, dancer, or simply curious about nonverbal performance, this course will challenge and expand your expressive range—without saying a word.
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Provided
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $0
*LUNCH HOUR (1:00pm to 1:30pm)*
~ Lunch is open to all students who have a 3rd or 4th hour ~
4th HOUR (1:35pm to 2:30pm)
Karate
Kick, block, and focus! In this fun and active class, students will learn the basics of karate, including stances, strikes, and self-discipline. Through games, drills, and beginner-friendly routines, kids will build strength, confidence, and respect for others. No experience needed—just a positive attitude and a willingness to try something new!
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Comfortable Clothing & Shoes
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $40
Ballet /
Lyrical Dance
Ballet/ Lyrical (Anointed Steps) is a fun, expressive dance class where faith and movement come together. We’ll start each class with a quick ballet warm-up, then jump into learning a lyrical dance to a worship song that we’ll share at the end-of-season showcase. Each class wraps up with a stretch and a short devotional to help us refocus and connect with God. It’s a space to grow in skill, express your heart through dance, and worship with your whole self.
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Comfortable Clothing & Dance Shoes communicated by teacher
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $5
Real Life 101
Ready to take on the real world? In this hands-on class, teens will learn the everyday skills they need to feel confident and prepared for adult life. From managing money and creating a budget to cooking simple meals, doing laundry, writing a resume, and understanding basic car care—this class covers it all! We’ll also talk about time management, goal setting, and how to handle real-life situations with confidence. It’s fun, practical, and all about helping you succeed in life beyond school.
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SUPPLIES NEEDED:
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Provided
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EXTRA SUPPLY FEE: $0
NOT HAPPY WITH A CLASS CHOICE?
...but you want to stay on campus that hour?
You can choose one of the below options to volunteer during any class hour. Volunteer choices are subject to approval!
LITTLE ROOTS Helping Hand
Instead of taking a class, we'd love to have your help for one class hour in our Saplings (3 years old), Sprouts (4 years old), or Shrubs (5 years old) classes! Just list Little Roots Helping Hand in the class hour choice on your enrollment form!
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Class Assistant
Cedars can choose one class period to help in a Redbud or Maple class that may need more expertise or helping hands.
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MATERIALS NEEDED:
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Willow friend
Instead of taking a class, we'd love for you to be a Willow Friend! Our Willows are our special needs students and sometimes they just need a little help in PE class or a friend to hang out with at lunch. Just list Willow Friend in the class hour choice on your enrollment form!
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MATERIALS NEEDED:
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