Bryan County Schools

Georgia law requires mandatory driver education before teens can obtain their Class D license. All 16 and 17-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. A copy of the student’s learner’s license is required prior to beginning the class (bring to class). State law requires that parents drive 40 hours with their child and six hours should be at night. Driver's Ed is designed to help a student become a better driver. It is recommended that the student have had some experience driving prior to taking this course. If you have additional questions, call 912-459-5116.

This flag football course for young girls is designed to introduce and teach the fundamentals of the game in a fun and supportive environment. Through engaging activities and practice sessions, players will learn the basic rules, skills, and techniques of flag football, including passing, catching, running, and flag pulling. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork, sportsmanship, and building confidence both on and off the field. Students should wear athletic shoes, have hair tied back, and bring a water bottle.

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. *Note: No transport provided for this class for students not enrolled in MES ASP. Students must be dropped off and picked up by parents.

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 yearly course in which subsequent months build on the previous months. At the end of this year, 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 join at the beginning of the year to participate as each lesson builds on previous lessons.

2023/2024 Class Registration Closed BARITONE UKULELE for Beginners Now is your child’s chance to learn this exceedingly popular, easy to learn instrument! It is smaller, lighter, and has fewer frets than a guitar making it very beginner friendly. Also, learning to play this instrument first has been proven to provide an easier transition to playing guitar later because some chords will be familiar. Students will need a four string baritone ukulele in good condition (NOT a soprano, concert, or tenor ukulele). It is suggested to look in local music stores and reputable online sites for baritone ukulele brands such as Mahalo, Lohanu, Kala, or Luna for good quality, affordable instruments that have that deeper baritone sound. Open to students grades 2-5.

*Note: Session 4 open only to students previously enrolled in Sessions 1, 2 or 3. Session 4: March 3 - May 9, 2025 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 specializes 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.

Kids in the Kitchen - Quick and Easy Recipes (Tuesdays) This class is devoted to the practical application of everyday ingredients and everyday kitchen items. Students will learn how to properly use kitchen items, like measuring cups and spoons, a knife, griddle and small cooktop to create a meal utilizing ingredients found in most kitchens. This four-class session focuses on proper prep and clean-up, along with creating a breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack. Kids in the Kitchen - Desserts (Thursdays) This class is devoted to the practical application of everyday ingredients and everyday kitchen items. Students will learn how to properly use kitchen items, like measuring cups and spoons, a knife, griddle and small cooktop to create a meal utilizing ingredients found in most kitchens. This four-class session focuses on proper prep and clean-up, along with creating and decorating kid-friendly desserts and sweets.

Little Toughies is a program designed to introduce girls grades K-5 to a variety of sports and encourage them to find a sport that interests them while giving them the confidence to pursue it. Girls will focus on a different sport each week for an eight-week session. Class is held twice per week. Examples of sports to be introduced are Ultimate Frisbee, soccer, basketball, baseball/softball, kickball, volleyball, strength training (using body weight), and running. Please apply sunscreen and bug spray prior to arrival if needed. *Sports subject to change at instructor's discretion

Private piano lessons are offered to children and adults. Lessons are offered on a weekly basis for 30 minutes and are available for beginners as well as those who have piano experience. Minimum age requirements for enrolling in piano lessons will be determined by each instructor. Multiple qualified instructors will be teaching piano for the Community Education program. Piano lessons take place in the after school hours. Class times and locations will be assigned individually. Please note that your registration does not confirm your enrollment in the piano class. You will be contacted once assigned to an available class or placed on a waiting list if no class is available. Prices may vary by instructor. In Introduction to College Prep Piano, the student receives a weekly 30-minute piano lesson that is tailored to their individual learning style. Lessons are focused on theory, technique, sight-reading, aural-training, and a variety of musical styles appropriate for beginners to advanced students of any age. Students are responsible for purchasing lesson books as assigned and should have access to a piano for daily practice.

There are several options available for enrollment. The Premium course includes the Three-Day Blast curriculum. The Premium course continues for an additional 10 hours of instruction following the conclusion of the Blast course. The Math Launch is a separate course option focusing on the math section of the SAT only. Requirements for enrollment: Students must have taken the PSAT or SAT and completed Algebra I; students must have a calculator (TI-84 or TI-84 Plus preferred) , a charged laptop or chrome book, and a College Board student account. If you are bringing a personal laptop, download the BlueBook app (Instructions HERE). You will be able to access BlueBoard with your CollegeBoard login credentials, so have your login and password. Option 1: Three-Day SAT Prep Blast The SAT Prep Blast course concentrates on SAT reading, vocabulary, and writing skills along with math practice. The course includes practice in taking the NEW DIGITAL SAT, as well as strategies for sections and question types. Learn to approach the test analytically and with confidence and practice effective test-taking strategies. Examine the format of test sections, modules, question structure and content, as well as practice the skills and techniques for each type of question. Review useful approaches for eliminating guessing, using actual test questions released by College Board. We will use authentic practice materials within Bluebook as well as other SAT practice resources available through the College Board and Khan Academy. Practice work will help identify individual strengths and weaknesses, so additional practice can be tailored to a student’s specific needs. SAT Prep Blast will allow for a full SAT practice test with scoring and feedback. This class meets on one Monday, one Thursday, and one Saturday for a total of 6.5 hours of instruction. This in-person SAT course will give you a leg up over any online course. In this course you will: Receive one-on-one instruction and help. Learn where to find the most useful SAT Prep resources. Overcome your test taking anxiety. Option 2: Premium SAT Course: Three-Day SAT Prep Blast + Section Specific Lessons The SAT Prep Blast course concentrates on SAT reading, vocabulary, and writing skills along with math practice. The course includes practice in taking the NEW DIGITAL SAT, as well as strategies for particular sections and question types. Learn to approach the test analytically and with confidence and practice effective test-taking strategies. Examine the format of test sections, modules, question structure and content, as well as practice the skills and techniques for each type of question. Review useful approaches for eliminating guessing, using actual test questions released by College Board. The SAT Section-Specific Course will concentrate on both the Math Section of the SAT and Reading and Writing Section of the SAT. Every lesson consists of three parts: instruction, guided practice, and scored practice. We will use authentic practice materials within Bluebook as well as other SAT practice resources available through the College Board and Khan Academy. Practice work will help identify individual strengths and weaknesses, so additional practice can be tailored to a student’s specific needs. Both the SAT Prep Blast and the SAT Section-Specific Course will include full SAT practice tests. Students participating in the Premium SAT Course will have the opportunity to take 2 full SAT practice tests. Teacher/student ratio does not exceed 1 to 15. This class meets on three Mondays, three Thursdays, and two Saturdays for a total of 16 hours of instruction. This in-person SAT course will give you a leg up over any online course. In this course you will: Receive one-on-one instruction and help. Learn where to find the most useful SAT Prep resources. Overcome your test taking anxiety. Option 3: (Not available now but coming later this year) SAT Prep Math Launch The SAT has four math sections. This course will provide instruction and additional practice resources for Heart of Algebra, Problem Solving and Data Analysis, Passport to Advanced Math and Additional Topics. Heart of Algebra entails analyzing and solving equations and systems of equations, creating expressions, equations, and inequalities to represent relationships between quantities and to solve problems, and rearranging and interpreting formulas. Problem Solving and Data Analysis encompasses creating and analyzing relationships using ratios, proportions, percentages, and units, describing relationships shown graphically, and summarizing qualitative and quantitative data. Passport to Advanced Math incorporates analyzing relationships using ratios, proportions, percentages, and units, describing relationships shown graphically, and summarizing qualitative and quantitative data. The fourth, smallest section includes Additional Topics in Math. Additional Topics involve Making area and volume calculations in context, investigating lines, angles, triangles, and circles using theorems, and working with trigonometric functions. This class meets on two Mondays and two Thursdays for a total of 8 hours of instruction. This in-person SAT course will give you a leg up over any online course. In this course you will: Receive one-on-one instruction and help. Learn where to find the most useful SAT Prep resources. Overcome your test taking anxiety.

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.

Tormenta Futures Soccer is a soccer and movement education program children grades PK-1 and 2-5. Students will learn the basic skills including dribbling, passing, scoring, and game play with a focus on sportsmanship. All equipment provided for use during class.