Field Trip to WVU Farm

WVU Farm will be hosting their annual Kiddie Farm Days the last week in April. 

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 29th. 

Our group reserved time for 40 students/15 parents to visit the farm at 12:30pm.

Cost:  $2.00 each. (Under 2 FREE)

RSVP by April 17th with payment to Karyn Burns.

Challenge Course for Upper Grades

The Challenge Course is comprised of high and low element structures.  There are activity stations on the ground, and high element structures such as the Alpine Tower and Giant Swing.

No experience is necessary to participate.

The Challenge Course instructors will develop activities for us based on any goals we have, e.g. teamwork, leadership, better communication, etc.

Details:

• This field trip is for students aged 12-18 only. 
• Date/time -  Friday, May 1, from 10 am - 4 pm. 
• Full day cost is $40.  
• We need to have 20 participants to go.

Want to see it?  http://youtu.be/CxMLD6n3n-o

Look for sign up on counter at THESIS.

Full payment required by April 17 to Liz DeRoos.

 

 

WOW Factory Field Trip

Hello THESIS,

A quick reminder about this week's upcoming WOW Factory Field Trip.  Please arrive 15-20 minutes early and wear "play clothes" for art fun.  Below is a list of confirmed time slots.

Thursday, December 4th
www.wowfactoryonline.com

10:00am Families:

Gordon
St.Martin-Brown
Moorehead
Priestley
Watterson
Anderson
Northey
McCollam
DeRoos
Roselius
Mace

1:00pm Families:

Rhodes
Pollutro-Hanning
Martin
Jackson
Shreve
Schoonover
Guire
Gallagher
Snodgrass
Blevins
Jersey
Street
Burns

Be ready to have an "Artastic" time,
Karyn Burns
304-677-9843

WVU Outdoor Education Center Canopy Tour Ziplining

**RSVPs for this event are CLOSED**

When:  Friday, September 19, 2014, arrival time 12:45 p.m.
Where:  WVU Outdoor Education Center
Who:  Middle School & High School
What:  Ziplining event begins at 1:00 p.m.
Each tour takes 2 1/2 hours to complete.
Includes:

• 4 ziplines
• A sky bridge
• A rappel station

Each tour is guided by trained staff that will provide interpretive information about the University Forest.

To participate:

• No experience necessary
• You MUST weigh 70 lbs
• You MUST have transporation
• You MUST turn in $20 non-refundable deposit to Liz DeRoos by Friday Sept 12th
• You MUST have parent/guardian complete BOTH sides and have ready the Participant Info Form
• You MUST have parent/guardian read and sign release form on both sides
• Bring remaining $20 on day of event

For Info only. RSVPs are closed.

NO CLASSES TODAY (Friday, Sept 19th)

There are NO CLASSES today for THESIS. (See calendar tab above for schedule.)

Those who have signed up for the WVU Outdoor Education Center Canopy Tour Ziplining can click here for information regarding today's field trip.

Everyone else, enjoy your free day!

See you next Friday for classes!

WV Botanic Gardens Nature Walk {New Field Trip}

NEW FIELD TRIP

**RSVP by October 10th** to Karyn Burns (304.677.9843)

When:  October 24, 2014, 10:30 a.m.- 1:00 p.m Where:  WV Botanic Gardens, Morgantown, WV
Who:  All ages
What:  "Seasons Change and So Do We." Take a nature walk with field journals and collection bags as we learn about autumn.

Bring a backpack, colored pencils, water bottle, tennis/hiking shoes, layering jackets, bag lunch, hand sanitizer & blanket.

Cost: $5.00 per child. Adults free.
 
**Please note - there is NO access to a public restroom at this event.

 
 Please mark your calendars and look for more info during class announcements and on this blog!

Marion County Historical Society Courthouse Tour {New Field Trip}

NEW FIELD TRIP

**RSVP by September 26th** to Karyn Burns (304.677.9843)


When:  October 8, 2014, 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m
Where:  Fairmont, WV

Who:  All ages

What:  Tour of County Sheriff's home and courthouse. Built around 1912. Rooms in the house represent different eras in U.S. history, with emphasis on West Virginia's contribution. 

Also touring local Telephone Museum.

Cost:  Donation



 Please mark your calendars and look for more info during class announcements and on this blog!

Tour of WVU Aquaculture Facility {New Field Trip}

NEW FIELD TRIP

**RSVP by October 3rd** to Karyn Burns (304.677.9843)

• When:  October 13th  (Time TBD)
• Where:  WVU Aquaculture Facility (outside of  Morgantown, WV, directions TBA)
• Who:  All ages
• What:  Catch, pet, and feed fish, while learning about sustainability of water sources. See 3 foot long Atlantic Sturgeon and 4 lb hybrid bass. Taught/guided by a WVU professor and his students.

Please mark your calendars and look for more info during class announcements and on this blog!

Details for Monday Field Trip to Harrison County 4-H

Cost:  FREE  

Location:  Harrison County 4-H Center, 43 Recreation Drive (Rt. 19 South) Clarksburg, WV 26301

**Please note that the activities will be help outside Monday, even though temps are to be in the 50s, so dress accordingly. In the event of inclement weather, a notice of any changes will be sent out to THESIS members, via email.**

  

Monday, Oct 28th         Outdoor Adventure

  9:30-12:00  Class type activities

o             Pre-K – 1st grade    Kindercamping – Experiences include a Nature Hike, fun around the campfire, a visit from Smokey Bear or Johnny Appleseed and a fun-filled hay ride.

o             Grades 2nd - 5th    The Happy Camper – Students will enjoy a combination of fun, skill-learning activities including campfire cooking, songs & stories, life-long sports and exploring the nature trail.

o             Middle & High School   Navigation—Compass basics, orienteering and map reading through fun field tested activities.  GPS/Geo cache treasures.

12:00-1:00   LUNCH BREAK  Bring a picnic

1:00-3:00  Open sessions/rotation

o             Pre-K –12th  Scavenger Hike Adventures  --  Follow clues to find hidden,natural, historic, and fun treasures on hikes…all age appropriate hunts.

o             Pre-K – 5th  Bicycle Rodeo --  Students will learn basic bicycle handling,traffic skills, road rules, and safety training through fun activities. Bicycles, tricycles, and helmets available…or bring your own.

o             Pre-K –12th  Guided Nature/History Trail --  Learn about native plants, trees,critters and history.  A stop at our outdoor-classroom for hands-on lessons.

o             Grades 2nd-12th  Golf  -- Learn about the history of golf and take a couple swings in the indoor golf simulator.  Test your skills and hit a 300-yard drive.

o             Grades 2nd – 5th   Navigation—Compass basics, orienteering and map reading through fun field tested activities.  GPS/Geo cache treasures.

 Questions? Please contact Karyn Burns, our field trip coordinator, at

 KAOSx3 (at) ma (dot) rr (dot) com

Upcoming Field Trips

(Don't forget – THESIS does NOT meet for classes this coming Friday. )

Here is a list of currently scheduled field trips (per Karyn Burns):

Current Semester Dates

• Thursday, October 24th:  Where: The Historic Metropolitan Theatre, 369 High Street at 10:30 a.m.  Cost:  $4.00 each
• Monday, October 28th:  Where: Harrison County 4-H Center, Harrison County 4-H Center, 43 Recreation Drive (Rt. 19 South) Clarksburg, WV 26301 at 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-3:00  Cost:  FREE
• Thursday and Friday, November 7-8 -1:00 - 4:00 Barry Stebbing Art Classes Woodland United Methodist Church in Morgantown, WV  Cost: $30 

***Date Pending Determination***

• Thursday, Nov 14  or  Tuesday Nov 19 at 10:30am.  Rocket Boys, the Musical (PG-13)*  and "Black Diamonds" West Virginia's Coal Exhibit Wallman Hall at Fairmont State University  Cost:  $5.00

  

Second Semester Dates  All Events at 4-H Center and are free of charge

• January 21st:  Rockets (Pre-K-2nd) and Robotics (3rd-8th)  High schoolers welcome  (12-3pm)
• March 17th:     Dinosaurs (all ages)  Carnegie exhibit (12-3pm)
• April 15th:       Space/Planetarium (all ages)  (12-3pm)

For specifics about field trips, or to offer suggestions, please contact 

Karyn Burns [ KAOSx3 (at) ma (dot) rr (dot) com ], our field trip coordinator.

*For more info regarding this musical, please contact Liz DeRoos or Selena Campbell.

Field Trip to Carnegie Science Center

http://www.carnegiesciencecenter.org/

Our first field trip is to Carnegie Science Center on Friday, September 20. 

Plan to arrive there by 11 am.  

If you want to caravan, some of us will be leaving Trinity's parking lot at 9 am.  

Best to pack your own lunch, and they will give us an assigned half-hour in their group area for that, plus space to store your lunch things.

Cost is $9 per person over 2 years of age.  

Price includes general admission to all areas, plus Submarine (weather permitting), as well as the IMAX movie "Flight of the Butterflies", showing at 1:45 pm for us.

You can pay me (Liz) cash or check this Friday or next.  Plan on bringing an extra $5 for the parking lot.

Any questions, please e-mail!

Warmly,

Liz

Announcements: Annual Blue & Gray Reunion in Philippi

Annual Blue and Gray Reunion
May 30 - June 2, 2013
Downtown Philippi

THESIS Families,

Friday May 31 is Kids' Day at the Annual Blue & Gray Reunion.  You can find driving directions on the website, and parking help below.  This is an "on your own" field trip to enjoy at your own pace with your own family.  Please stop at the Gazebo and pay $1 per school-aged child when you arrive.  Events and history stations begin at 9 am and continue through early afternoon, to be enjoyed in any sequence that you like.  

Have a wonderful time!  

Liz

Parking: There are no officially designated parking lots of which I’m aware, but there are several places scattered throughout the town. One lot is located at the corner of Pike St and N High St, about 2 blocks behind and past the Courthouse. Another possibility is behind Sheetz (beside the covered bridge) or before you get to Sheetz in the small lot which is adjacent to the railroad tracks/river. Hardee’s and Rite Aid have parking places much farther away from the history stations.

Experience a piece of America's history. You can relive the year 1861, when the first land battle of the Civil War was fought. Re-enactors will highlight important moments in our history. Civil War campsites will be erected for the public to enjoy. Other activities will include artillery, little soldiers' battles, amputation re-enactment, parades, crafts, a Civil War ball, 5k Run, a Quilt Show at Mountain Treasures and food everywhere.

Friday is Kids' Day. Along with the normal activities, there will be living history stations with Abe and Mrs. Lincoln, nurses, quilting, cooking, music, games, General Lee, court room proceedings, and more.

The re-enactment of the first land battle of the Civil War will take place on Sunday at 2 p.m. Following the battle, a re-enactment of the historic Hanger amputation will take place in sutler row. A discussion of commonly used Civil War medical practices will also take place. There will be a medical display including a federal doctor's field kit, repro medical supplies, commonly used herbal remedies, photos, and other medical artifacts.

Visit the Blue and Gray Park, featuring the five flags that flew over Philippi, Virginia, during the first land battle of the Civil War. Walk over the Covered Bridge. Tour the Barbour County Historical Museum. Travel back 145 years, dress for the occasion, feel like it is 1861.

 

 http://www.blueandgrayreunion.org/

Field Trips Tomorrow and No Classes Friday

Schedule, schmedule...we are doing things differently this week! Please note below, so you'll be in the know:

Field trips this Wednesday:  Yes, it is Wednesday, February 20th (tomorrow) that we are going to the Fairmont State Folklife Center (older students) and the Fairmont City fire station at the end of Adams Street (younger ones).

Both field trips are scheduled for 10:00 am, and you may drop off older students at FSU, go on to the fire station with your young ones, and then come back to FSU later. Parking can be an issue at FSU, so those who are able to carpool with each other, may want to do so. It is also possible to park on the road by Selena Campbell's house (near FSU) and carpool from there. If anyone would like to do that, please let her know.


No classes will be held this Friday to allow the resident artists and writers among us to prepare for displaying their prized works at our biennial Art and Literature Fair, which will begin at 7:00.

Questions? Click here for contact info.

Field Trip Friday TODAY -- October 26th

Hello Everyone!

Just a quick note about today:

No classes, since it is field trip Friday.

For those who signed up -- we are meeting at Prickett's Fort, in the main parking lot at 10:00 am, promptly, this morning. They have another group coming in after us, so we must begin our tour on time.

As previously noted, this will last a couple hours and we can eat packed lunches there, if you desire.


The info for the (Shinnston) Lowe Library is:

40 Bridge St, Shinnston, WV 26431 » Map (304) 592-1700 

Stephanie Sturm is coordinator for this, and she's been in the hospital so we aren't sure of details. Please contact the library for info about today's field trip.


Enjoy this gorgeous day!

Blessings,
Selena

p.s.  I worked the Compassion table at last night's Newsboys concert in Morgantown and we had almost 130 children sponsored! Praise God!!

Thursday & Friday Reminders

Hello Everyone!

If you signed up to go on the middle school field trip for THIS THURSDAY (10/4) to Cooper's Rock, please note that we will meet at the big parking lot by the main pavilion at 11:00 am.

Mr. Bob Johnson, geologist, will do a rock walk with middle school students that day--and the weather looks like it will cooperate!

To get to Cooper's Rock, take I-68 Exit 15, and then follow the signs. The park is beautiful and fun for hiking (on clearly marked trails) and picnicking, in case you want to plan accordingly.

We are back to class schedule this Friday! You know the drill by now -- wear appropriate clothing for gym activities, bring only water to drink.


Mr. Bledsoe is a candidate for the House of Delagates, and he will be speaking to us during announcements this Friday, and also to the Group D Elections class and the Group F Leadership class. Don't forget to come up with some great questions to ask Mr. Bledsoe while he is with us.


Finally, if you signed up to bring apples or corndogs for Trinity's Harvest Fest this Saturday, October 6th, be sure to bring them in THIS Friday -- the Harvest Fest is the following evening!

Questions? Click here to contact us.

K-3 Field Trip to Shop and Save

Hello Everyone,

Those who signed up for our field trip to the Middletown Shop and Save should plan to meet in front of the store this Friday. (We will meet inside the front of the store, if it is raining.)

Our field trip begins at 10:30, so if you are late you will need to ask the front office where the field trip groups currently are. Our guides will divide us into two groups, and we will proceed through a behind-the-scenes tour where the children will get to make a mini pizza, decorate a cookie, and get to ring up something on a register.

This will be approximately 1 1/2-2 hours, so we should be done around 12:30.

If you have any questions, just call me at 304.363.0944.

Valley Worlds of Fun -- THESIS Fun Day!

Hello Everyone who is happy we are done with testing. Today is a day to just play, and Valley Worlds of Fun is the place to be.

Our group will meet at VWOF at 10:00 am this morning, and we will play and relax until 2:00 (or whenever you want to leave). In the middle of this time frame (noon-ish) will be a pizza buffet.

If you signed up, I'll see you there!

Hello Homeschooling Families!

Those of us who went to the Pittsburgh Aviary had a great time, and pictures
of our trip will be posted soon.

Today, a sign-up sheet for our October field trip to Rich Farms' will be on the counter. 
Please check it out and sign up to join us on October 28th.


Today, Friday, October 7th, we are back to regular--although still fun!--co-op
classes. Here are some notes for today's gathering:
 
 
First,  if your 6-12th grader has not yet signed up for their 2 pm elective 
class, please do so at the counter!  They begin next week!  Descriptions can be 
found on the counter. 
 
Second, Group C (grades 4-5) gym class, please bring your marked soccer ball if 
you own one! 
 
All gym class students, remember your gym shoes and water!! It should be a 
beautiful day!

Lastly, if you are a middle school student in the non-fiction writing class, 
and you (or your parent) own a Thesaurus, please bring it to class with you
today.

See you soon!

September Field Trip Info

Pittsburgh National Aviary field trip
Friday, September 30

Anyone wishing to travel together can join the caravan leaving
Trinity's parking lot at 9 am sharp.  We will make one rest stop
before Pittsburgh. Parking is free in their lot; if full, street
parking available.Bring your lunch from home; there will be a
place for us to eat there. They will have a schedule for each
age group.  Families may depart for home in the afternoon whenever
they like.

Class fee includes general admission for students.  All other
attendees over the ages of 2 pay $9 discounted admission.  You
may want to bring extra money for the gift shop and buying food
to feed the lorries!

**Please pay Liz in cash or check for your family by Friday, the 23rd**

The Aviary will hold the following classes for us:

PK to 4th Grade "What's For Lunch?"  $9 per student  1 hour

Fruit and seeds, meat and leaves...what does a bird look for when
it comes to mealtime?  Discover there is more than meets the eye
when it comes to dining with the birds.  Students will examine model
beaks and feet, as well as live birds, to understand how birds use
their beaks and feet like tools to eat all different kinds of food!

Grades 5-8  "Carnivores!"  $9.50 per student  1.5 hours

Learn about the meat eaters of the avian world and what makes them
different from other birds.  Through the use of biofacts and live birds,
students will appreciate the important role that carnivores play in
the wild.  This class includes owl pellet dissection, during which
students have the opportunity to discover what owls eat in the wild!

Grades 9-12 "Training 101" $10 per student 1.5 hours

Through bird demonstrations, games, and a multi-media presentation,
students learn hands-on about the positive reinforcement and classical
conditioning techniques used by trainers to interact with wild animals.
They will also discover that these training concepts can be applied to
their pets at home.

Registration & Used Curriculum Sale

Yes, believe it or not, registration is upon us!

Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 23, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Trinity Assembly of God, THESIS administrators (and some teachers) will be available to assist you in registering for new classes and signing up to assist with our co-op.

During this time, you will also be able to sell and/or peruse used curriculum. If you have not already done so, please be sure to notify Liz DeRoos or Selena Campbell that you are selling something, so we can be sure to have a table available for your items.

At registration, you will receive the normal new school year packet of info, with class descriptions and a schedule, along with the fall THESIS newsletter. There will be signup sheets for helping in various areas, as well as a signup for our first field trip of the year to the National Aviary in Pittsburgh.

See you then!