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Unitarian Universalist Association







    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!

     


 

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