Southeastern Connecticut
Hands-on learning, Christ-centered community, and imaginative projects that bring science, sewing, electronics, and history to life for homeschool families.
Since 2023
Local homeschool coop instructor
My name is Julia Stover. I grew up in a Christian homeschool family in rural Southeastern Connecticut. When I’m not glued to my computer screen doing data analysis, I enjoy being outside doing things in the “real” world. I started teaching at a local homeschool coop in 2023.
Classes are held at my home in Norwich CT on Wednesday afternoons. A parent is required to stay for the duration of class or leave their child with another parent. Please plan on arriving early for the first day of class. A minimum of 4 students must sign up for a class to take place.
If you are signing up more than 1 child you can pay for the first child at the first class, the second child at the third class, the third child at the fifth class etc…
"It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings is to search out a matter."
Prov 25:2
A peek inside class
Expect friendly check-ins, meaningful prayer, and tactile projects that keep curious minds engaged from start to finish.
Borrow kits when you can, bring your own sewing machine when you’re ready, and lean on the community when you need help.
Winter Session
January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25
Hands-on STEM
Come learn to build and use mechanical structures, levers, and pulleys. Start by building a specific project that teaches a concept then use that concept to solve a real-world problem.
Lab Time
Take the kit home with you and build projects every day for 30-60 minutes. Come to class every week to learn more about the electronic components you are using, ask questions, and get help with any projects you got stuck on.
Creative Arts
Come learn to sew or improve your skills on real projects from bags to pillows to blankets. Each student can move at their own pace and choose keep things simple or move on to intermediate level projects. They can even move to machine sewing as long as you bring the sewing machine.
Have a question about fit, kits, or payment schedules? I’m happy to help.
Spring Session
March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, and 22
Into the Wild
Come explore God’s beautiful creation through outdoor projects designed to teach useful skills. Gather your own materials make cordage. Learn the 2 most useful knots for everyday life and emergency situations alike. Play a game that introduces you to some of the most common wild herbs and learn what to use them for.
Learn about naturally available tinder and some tricks to improve your odds of quickly starting a fire. Learn about the 2 main things that make water unsafe to drink then turn pond water into safe drinking water. Learn how to use a compass to both reach your destination and to find yourself after you've gotten lost in the woods.
Level Up
Take the kit home with you and build projects every day for 30-60 minutes. Come to class every week to learn more about the electronic components you are using, ask questions, and get help with any projects you got stuck on.
Engineering
Come learn to take your machine building to the next level with gears, wheels and axles. Build a specific project that teaches a concept then use that concept to create a machine that meets a need. It is better to have taken Simple Machines I before taking this class but it is not required.
Share ages, interests, and any accessibility needs—I'll tailor the experience.
TBD
Dreaming about sunshine-friendly projects, garden science, and outdoor service opportunities? Summer session details are in the works—leave room on your calendar!
Be the first to know when registration opens by sending me a quick hello.
TBD
Fall plans will continue the rhythm of faith-filled academics, sewing labs, and creative problem solving.
Let me know what you’d love to explore so I can shape the line-up.
Tech Services
Available Now
Jeremiah rebuilds used laptops with software and parental controls. Cost: $100–250 depending on requirements. (Sometimes donated laptops make them even cheaper).
Coming Soon?
We're exploring the possibility of offering computer classes for homeschoolers. Let us know if you'd be interested in topics like:
A couple times each year, my siblings and I visit homeschool coops to share a variety of historical activities with homeschool families. In the past we have had children grinding cornmeal, making corncakes, dipping candles, weaving, making Christmas decorations, starting fires, making toys, making pickles, freezing ice cream, shooting slingshots, embossing metal, learning to use hand tools etc...
Usually held on a Friday and Saturday back-to-back for 2 different groups. Event runs from 9am – 2pm. It is free to attend. However, it does cost me between $5-8/child to hold. Donations received determine if there will be any events the following year.
We can handle a group of 50 kids in approximately 5 hours depending on age and interest. 3-12 year olds enjoy our activities the most.
Tentative plan for this year: May 1-2
