Fall 2025: Grades Six - Eight
Note: The below courses are for the FALL 2025 semester. The SPRING 2026 course list will be made available on January 20.
2:00 - 3:00
SU 40: The Hunt of the Day: Still Life Techniques
*This class is currently full. If you are interested, please contact the Director to join the waitlist.
In this course students will review the history of Still Life. Students will analyze what makes a still life realistic by practicing observational drawing techniques. They will design and shade a unique observational drawing. Students will reflect upon, describe, analyze, interpret and evaluate their own and other’s work. Students will examine the use of animals as art themes throughout various cultures and explore the symbolism associated with these animal images.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 21
Ms. Flores is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College who is majoring in K-12 Art Education. Ms. Flores has an extensive background working with students demonstrating a deep commitment to arts-based education through her volunteer work. She has taught art lessons in different elementary schools throughout the Hempfield area. Additionally, she has served as a mentor at Camp Odyssey, mentoring and supporting children from ages 9 to 13. Outside of the academic realm of schooling, Ms. Flores is seen spending time with family as well as refining her artistic skills through painting and taking care of her pet goldfish.
SU 41: Caring for Your Mind: Mental Health
In this course students will learn multiple different ways to care for your mental health by learning new breathing exercises and many other exercises that can be done to care for mental health. Each class will begin with instruction about new mental health exercises and how they better your mind. To get the students involved in class, students will be participating in breathing exercises and other exercises that can help them calm their minds. This they will be able to carry with them through their whole lives. Mental health is often an overlooked subject in health, and it is very important to teach kids, so they have ways to help them relieve stress and be comfortable in life.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 34
Mr. Auld is a junior at Saint Vincent College majoring in Health and Physical Education. Mr. Auld has in-depth experience with children, having observed classes at the elementary, middle, and high school levels across various schools. Outside of school, Mr. Auld enjoys playing a variety of sports, with a particular passion for baseball. He also values spending quality time with his family and friends and has a love for the outdoors and nature.
3:00- 4:00
SU 42: Break the Code!
In this math course, we will set up and preform an escape room using math clues! We will explore the topic of code variations with numbers on locks. A common question to be asked in this course is, “If there are this many numbers, how many possible variations and combinations will be produced?” Other topics explored in this course are basic arithmetic, solving equations for the variable x, geometric patterns, longhand division, and cryptography. We will also use team building skills during the entire process! The first 9 weeks will be a presentation of content and preparation of codes for the escape room. The last week will be the actual escape room. This course is designed for middle school students.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 34
Ms. Mallory will be the instructor for this course. She is a 2024 graduate of Greensburg Salem High School. She is now a sophomore at Saint Vincent College, studying Middle Grade Education. Ms. Mallory is a local to this area and has previously worked with children at Delmont Public Library, holding the position of Assistant Children’s Coordinator. She also worked as a camp counselor at the Camp Half-blood Challenge Camp. She is an animal lover and enjoys singing!
SU 43: Steel City Highlights: A Journey Through Pittsburgh's Iconic Landmarks
By taking this course, students of any skill level will grow their knowledge of the rich history, culture, and architecture of Pittsburgh. In the first half of the class the teacher will go over the famous landmarks in the Pittsburgh area and explain why it is important to Pittsburgh. In the second half of the class students will design their own building, culture, rollercoaster, or shop and explain to class why it should be the new attraction to the Pittsburgh area. By the participating in this course, students will gain a deeper appreciation for Pittsburgh’s history and landmarks while creating their own vision for the city’s future.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 21
Mr. Ethan Ridgeway is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in Health and Physical Education. Mr. Ridgeway has had many experiences working with children, including working at Challenge Program that the education department puts on every year, and baby sitting through the Chartiers Valley area. Outside of school, Mr. Ridgeway can be seen lifting weights, playing baseball, or spending quality time with his family.
4:00- 5:00
SU 44: Club Step-Up Sixth-Eighth
New to this year’s program, “Club Step-Up” will enable homeschool and cyber-school students to interact in a more informal, large-group setting. Each week, club “members” will possess the opportunity to engage in fun activities while socializing with similarly aged peers. For a week-by-week list of planned activities, please click here. All club members will receive a special Step-Up cup on the last day!
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 21
Planned by the Program Director, Club Step-Up activities will be facilitated by Step-Up teachers and other Saint Vincent College Education students.
2:00 - 3:00
SU 40: The Hunt of the Day: Still Life Techniques
*This class is currently full. If you are interested, please contact the Director to join the waitlist.
In this course students will review the history of Still Life. Students will analyze what makes a still life realistic by practicing observational drawing techniques. They will design and shade a unique observational drawing. Students will reflect upon, describe, analyze, interpret and evaluate their own and other’s work. Students will examine the use of animals as art themes throughout various cultures and explore the symbolism associated with these animal images.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 21
Ms. Flores is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College who is majoring in K-12 Art Education. Ms. Flores has an extensive background working with students demonstrating a deep commitment to arts-based education through her volunteer work. She has taught art lessons in different elementary schools throughout the Hempfield area. Additionally, she has served as a mentor at Camp Odyssey, mentoring and supporting children from ages 9 to 13. Outside of the academic realm of schooling, Ms. Flores is seen spending time with family as well as refining her artistic skills through painting and taking care of her pet goldfish.
SU 41: Caring for Your Mind: Mental Health
In this course students will learn multiple different ways to care for your mental health by learning new breathing exercises and many other exercises that can be done to care for mental health. Each class will begin with instruction about new mental health exercises and how they better your mind. To get the students involved in class, students will be participating in breathing exercises and other exercises that can help them calm their minds. This they will be able to carry with them through their whole lives. Mental health is often an overlooked subject in health, and it is very important to teach kids, so they have ways to help them relieve stress and be comfortable in life.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 34
Mr. Auld is a junior at Saint Vincent College majoring in Health and Physical Education. Mr. Auld has in-depth experience with children, having observed classes at the elementary, middle, and high school levels across various schools. Outside of school, Mr. Auld enjoys playing a variety of sports, with a particular passion for baseball. He also values spending quality time with his family and friends and has a love for the outdoors and nature.
3:00- 4:00
SU 42: Break the Code!
In this math course, we will set up and preform an escape room using math clues! We will explore the topic of code variations with numbers on locks. A common question to be asked in this course is, “If there are this many numbers, how many possible variations and combinations will be produced?” Other topics explored in this course are basic arithmetic, solving equations for the variable x, geometric patterns, longhand division, and cryptography. We will also use team building skills during the entire process! The first 9 weeks will be a presentation of content and preparation of codes for the escape room. The last week will be the actual escape room. This course is designed for middle school students.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 34
Ms. Mallory will be the instructor for this course. She is a 2024 graduate of Greensburg Salem High School. She is now a sophomore at Saint Vincent College, studying Middle Grade Education. Ms. Mallory is a local to this area and has previously worked with children at Delmont Public Library, holding the position of Assistant Children’s Coordinator. She also worked as a camp counselor at the Camp Half-blood Challenge Camp. She is an animal lover and enjoys singing!
SU 43: Steel City Highlights: A Journey Through Pittsburgh's Iconic Landmarks
By taking this course, students of any skill level will grow their knowledge of the rich history, culture, and architecture of Pittsburgh. In the first half of the class the teacher will go over the famous landmarks in the Pittsburgh area and explain why it is important to Pittsburgh. In the second half of the class students will design their own building, culture, rollercoaster, or shop and explain to class why it should be the new attraction to the Pittsburgh area. By the participating in this course, students will gain a deeper appreciation for Pittsburgh’s history and landmarks while creating their own vision for the city’s future.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 21
Mr. Ethan Ridgeway is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in Health and Physical Education. Mr. Ridgeway has had many experiences working with children, including working at Challenge Program that the education department puts on every year, and baby sitting through the Chartiers Valley area. Outside of school, Mr. Ridgeway can be seen lifting weights, playing baseball, or spending quality time with his family.
4:00- 5:00
SU 44: Club Step-Up Sixth-Eighth
New to this year’s program, “Club Step-Up” will enable homeschool and cyber-school students to interact in a more informal, large-group setting. Each week, club “members” will possess the opportunity to engage in fun activities while socializing with similarly aged peers. For a week-by-week list of planned activities, please click here. All club members will receive a special Step-Up cup on the last day!
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 21
Planned by the Program Director, Club Step-Up activities will be facilitated by Step-Up teachers and other Saint Vincent College Education students.
