RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES
Children and Youth 2009-2010
Preschool - 3 and 4 year olds
Celebrating Me and My World, begins by celebrating the wondrous qualities
of the children themselves and then expands outward to the world and
people around them. The class emphasizes skills in making friends, learning
and playing cooperatively.
Kindergarden - Grade 1
Chalice Children helps children learn about their church and the values
we embrace through rhymes, games, finger plays and art projects. The
curriculum connects the church to the home and family through experiences
appropriate to the natural religious development and curiosity of young
children.
Grade 2-3
UU Super Heroes tells the stories of Unitarian Universalists who fit
the mold of Super Heroes; their lives marked by courage, compassion
and justice-making. Super Heroes: Bible People introduces children to
people from the bible who acted with courage and wisdom. These biblical
characters made the world a better place for others.
Grade 4-5
Spirit of Adventure Through unique themes such as sports, medicine,
architecture , science, and food, this curriculum comes alive through
the people, history and holidays of Unitarian Universalism. Written
especially for active children, it incorporates multiple learning styles.
Middle School: Grades 6-8
Compass Points leads participants on a year long spiritual journey:
To discover what they believe about life’s big questions
To think independently, assume responsibility, make decisions and explore
values
To have a background in Unitarian Universalist history, polity and theology
To understand that religious liberty is a hard-won legacy
High School
Popcorn Theology uses popular films for discussion and activities that
explore the ethical and spiritual issues of interest to youth.
Our Whole Lives (OWL) - 7th – 9th Grade Youth -
OWL is a comprehensive sexuality education program. This program addresses
the physical, emotional, spiritual and cultural aspects of sexuality
with a strong emphasis on making healthy, responsible choices. Based
on respect, inclusion, justice, and responsibility; OWL helps young
people apply these values to their behavior and provides them with the
information and skills they can use throughout life. This class requires
an attendance commitment from youth and 2 parent orientation sessions.
Meets on Sunday Evenings, September -May
Way Cool Sunday School
A once a month alternative to our regular RE classes for Kindergarten
through Grade 5. WCSS meets in the Fellowship Hall for child centered
worship and social action projects. It's hands on and way cool fun!