Bryan County Schools

Art Adventures is a 4-week session approach to the popular art class. Students will be introduced to a variety of art media including drawing, painting, paper-mâché, sculpting and many other artistic techniques (sessions will vary). In Art Adventures, students will be encouraged to develop their artistic talents as well as learn new skills through a variety of age-appropriate projects. Some projects may take more than one class.

This course teaches students to meet the basic needs of children in a care-taking environment with a focus on safety. The training will help students develop leadership skills, start a babysitting business and learn how to communicate with parents while keeping themselves and others safe. Students will also learn child feeding and diapering techniques. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certification card. This class also incorporates a Pediatric First Aid Course that instructs students on how to deal with first aid issues to include medical emergencies, the use of an Epi-pen injector, injury emergencies, and how to handle environmental emergencies. Also covered are adult/child and infant CPR procedures as well as how to react to a child or infant who is choking. Only 25 students are accepted for this course, so early registration is encouraged. NOTE: Students must attend all classes in order to receive certification.

Georgia law requires mandatory driver education before teens can obtain their Class D license. All 16 year olds applying for a Class D driver’s license must complete an approved driver education course that includes 30-hours classroom or virtual instruction and six hours of instruction behind the wheel with training by a qualified instructor. Parents who live in the Pembroke/Ellabell area must transport students to Richmond Hill Community Education Center. Driving times will be scheduled after the first class session. All registration forms will be timed and dated to assure placement of students. A copy of the student’s learner’s license is required prior to beginning the class. For additional questions call 912-459-5116.

Georgia law requires mandatory driver education before teens can obtain their Class D license. All 16 year olds applying for a Class D driver’s license must complete an approved driver education course that includes 30-hours classroom or virtual instruction and six hours of instruction behind the wheel with training by a qualified instructor. Parents who live in the Pembroke/Ellabell area must transport students to Richmond Hill Community Education Center. Driving times will be scheduled after the first class session. All registration forms will be timed and dated to assure placement of students. A copy of the student’s learner’s license is required prior to beginning the class. For additional questions call 912-459-5116.

This class is designed to teach kids the fundamentals of basketball. Lessons will focus on shooting form, dribbling skills, and passing. Beginners and experienced students are welcome. Students will have the opportunity to play 5 on 5 against each other. Developing a positive culture that promotes self-confidence and teamwork will be our foundation. Students will be engaged in various drills and games to help improve their basketball fundamentals.

Group Beginner Piano is taught by former classroom teacher, Jo Hart. The small group class has every child at a keyboard learning the basics of piano with all materials provided. Students have fun while learning note spelling and basic music theory. This is a 5-week course in which subsequent sessions build on the previous session. At the end of these sessions, your child will have an understanding of the basics of piano and will be ready to continue a lifetime love of piano. Sign-up now; class size is limited. *Note: Students must complete each session beginning with session 1 in order to participate in subsequent sessions.

Classes offered Monday - Friday Gymnastics is a sport that requires balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination and endurance. The skills and movements required in gymnastics contribute to the development of all muscle groups. Movement Education gives students an understanding of anatomy combined with effort and spatial awareness. The accomplishments of their goals/skills promotes self confidence in a fun learning environment. Safety is always a top priority when teaching skill progression. Gymnastics classes include instruction on the balance beam, uneven bars, floor, vault and parallel bars. Classes are for boys and girls. Tumbling classes specialize in perfecting floor skills. At least one year of gymnastics classes is required unless approved by instructor. All classes are one hour with the option to take more than once a week. Following registration, instructor will place each student in appropriate class based on age and ability.

Classes offered Monday - Friday Gymnastics is a sport that requires balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination and endurance. The skills and movements required in gymnastics contribute to the development of all muscle groups. Movement Education gives students an understanding of anatomy combined with effort and spatial awareness. The accomplishments of their goals/skills promotes self confidence in a fun learning environment. Safety is always a top priority when teaching skill progression. Gymnastics classes include instruction on the balance beam, uneven bars, floor, vault and parallel bars. Classes are for boys and girls. Tumbling classes specialize in perfecting floor skills. At least one year of gymnastics classes is required unless approved by instructor. All classes are one hour with the option to take more than once a week. Following registration, Instructor will place each student in appropriate class based on age and ability.

These cooking sessions are a great way for kids to learn about proper nutrition and kitchen skills. Each class will focus on a nutrition component or a cooking skill and include a recipe prepared in class. Some recipes will be done as a group and some will be done individually. Appliances such as a toaster oven, hot plate and griddle will be used. Depending on the age and maturity level, students will be allowed to help use these devices with close monitoring by the instructor. First session will include four classes.

This one-hour STEM class incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering and Math into a variety of fun activities for students in grades K-5. Some past activities include dry-ice bubbles, color-reversing flowers, seltzer rockets and pop-can cars. Sign up this class for engaging, hands-on learning! Early registration is suggested. Class is limited to 20 students per session.

Scoops is a Lacrosse class that encourages lifetime learners to appreciate physical activity and health. Students can develop a passion for playing Lacrosse with a focus on having fun while learning. Students will learn how to run with the ball, throw, catch, score, and more. There are two levels offered for this course though no experience is needed for either age group. Beginner skills will be taught for grades Pk-2 and more advanced practice and scrimmages will be included for skill development for grades 3-5. All Lacrosse goals, sticks, and balls are included during class time.

Sweet Feet is a soccer and movement education program for kids. This class will develop life time learners and the appreciation of exercise and good health. Students will learn the basics of soccer including dribbling, passing, scoring, and game play.

Taekwondo is translated into “the way of the hands and feet”and is designed to enhance balance, agility and flexibility.Courtesy, respect, perseverance, self-control and positivethinking are the foundations for achieving success in martial arts training. Instructor Bradd Flemmings has 40 years’ experience in martial arts instruction. Master Flemmings is a 6th degree black belt and he has additional martial arts instruction in Karate, Mudukwan, Hapkido, Jujitsu, Krav Maga (Israeli Self Defense) and Hwa Rang Do. Placement in the class will be determined at time of registration. Uniforms and belt testing are available through the instructor. Uniforms must be worn.

This is an introduction to tennis class, designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size. It’s the fast, fun way to get kids into tennis and keep them playing. These are year-long classes. Students will need a 21, 23 or 25-inch racket, available from any sporting goods outlet or discount store. If you do not have a racket or do not know what size your child needs, the instructor will provide a sample for your child to try before you make a purchase.

Add some variety to your list of sport accomplishments through the new Fall Endurance program. Let your child experience the excitement of running while realizing their physical and mental potential. This 5-session endurance program, designed and lead by RHHS’s USATF certified, 8x Savannah Morning News Cross County Coach of the Year, Levi Sybert, brings focus to endurance running and the sport of Cross Country in a fun and interactive way. Participants will meet at Richmond Hill’s Track Complex where they will be paired up with students of similar ability in order to prepare for their own exclusive race that will be run at the 11th Annual Fishy Cross Country Invite on October 8. Our goal is that each child will experience first hand how to find fun and thrill in an activity they can do anywhere at anytime.