Faith Christian Academy to offer fun, 'outside the box' summer learning opportunities
(Talk of the Town photo by Jennifer Zartman Romano) Faith Christian Academy students enjoy creative play time at the school this spring, below. For the summer, the school is planning to offer a unique, fun filled Summer Enrichment Program for any student in the community, including those enrolled in public school or who are homeschooled.
By Jennifer Zartman Romano
Following a year’s focus on learning, summer vacation is a much-anticipated break. But somewhere between summer camp and days at the beach, a child just might slip backward on the skills built up during the school year. 
In an effort to keep students on track, push students ahead and to offer a break from the summer doldrums, Faith Christian Academy is offering a unique summer school opportunity for anyone in the community interested in keeping their child’s education a priority during the summer months. Oh, and it's going to be FUN!
“We feel like this is a great opportunity for any child to come and learn in a really fun environment,” said Faith Christian Academy parent Nicole Trier. The Summer Enrichment Program was an idea Trier and several others have been working on for over a year.
The Summer Enrichment Program is open to any student in pre-K through eighth grade in Whitley County. Any student, including students enrolled in public schools or homeschooled students, are invited to participate.
Six weeks of classes will begin June 9 through July 25 with no classes during the week of July 4.
A variety of classes will be available to choose from, including Kitchen Fun, World Travelers, Science Lab, Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Bible Study, Creative Writing and Social Awareness.
“These classes will incorporate skills learned in the classroom during the year, but they will be formatted in a way that’s really fun and outside the box,” Trier added.
The classes will be taught by a licensed educator.
Classes are $45 each series or $35 each series for students currently enrolled at Faith Christian Academy. Morning and afternoon classes are available, meeting from 9-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3 p.m. each day. Students may pack their lunch and stay between classes for an additional $5.
An exact schedule of class dates and times will be available as soon and will be based on level of interest.
Additionally, plans are in the works to offer field trips for the whole family each Friday during the session.
To register or for more information, contact Nicole Trier at 248-4872.