WINTER CLASS CATALOG
January March 2009
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES OF MONTEREY COUNTY
19014 Pesante Road, Salinas, CA 93907
831-776-3524
Who We Are:
aWho We Are:
ERMCO is the acronym for Educational Resources of Monterey County, a non-
profit 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to supporting the educational needs of
local youth in Monterey County. We offer academic and enrichment classes,
field trips, educational study trips and a Resource Library to supplement the
education of students in home school, private school and public school.
Mission Statement:
At Educational Resources of Monterey County (ERMCO), our mission is to
encourage a life-long love of learning in children and to enhance the community
by providing a beautiful multifaceted facility that offers ongoing classes, services
and jobs that promote life skills and the arts.
Class Location:
Classes are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Hidden Hills Ranch
in Prunedale located at 19014 Pesante Road, approximately 2 miles down
Pesante Road from Highway 101. The driveway for Hidden Hills is on the right.
We are also offering an English class on Mondays taught by Lynnette Witwer at
the Prunedale Library Community Room.
To register for classes:
· Complete the Class Registration Form on the back and return it to the
ERMCO office with the payment enclosed. You may also call the office to
pre-register your child and confirm availability.
19014 Pesante Road Salinas, CA 93907
831-776-3524
· Classes are open to all students; however, if you join our organization at
the Member-Plus level you will receive a discount on all classes.
· If class minimum is not met, we reserve the right to cancel the class.
· Fees are non-refundable or transferable without 2 weeks’ notice to drop
the class or unless the class is cancelled.
Tuesday Classes at Hidden Hills
A Walk through History
2:00-2:50 with American Girls Exercise & Fitness
Grades 4-8 Grades 4-8
Literature and Art
3:00-3:50 Connection Digital Photography
Grades K-2 Grades 4-8
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Dates: Tuesday, January 27 – March 17
Cost: $75 per class
$64 per class (Member-Plus)
Term: 8 weeks
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Registration deadline is Friday, January 23 . Space is limited, so please call early to register your child.
A Walk through History with American Girls
(S9AG)
Grades: 4-8
2:00-2:50
This class will provide a walk through history featuring the American Girls Kirsten, Addy and Samantha. Students will
learn what life in America was like during Kirsten’s (1854), Addy’s (1864), and Samantha's (1904) eras. We will spend
several weeks on each American Girl, then end with a feast in the last week, focusing on food from each of their time
periods. Taught by Wendy Brooks.
Exercise & Fitness
(S9EF)
Grades: 4-8
2:00-2:50
This class will teach the benefits of fitness and exercise by coordinating organized games, exercises and relays.
Students will track their progress and improvement and learn about good nutrition. Taught by Tim Taber.
Literature and Art Connection
(S9LA)
Grades: K-2
3:00-3:50
This class will be coupled with favorite children's books and a variety of fun art projects to pique children's interest in
both art and reading. The art projects will introduce several art materials and techniques, as well as new art terms
and concepts appropriate for young children. Taught by Annette Jurecki.
Digital Photography
(S9DPH)
Grades: 4-8
3:00-3:50
This beginning digital photography class will teach students how to use their camera with emphasis on subject,
composition, angles, lighting, background and critiquing. The end result will be several finished photos suitable to
enter into the Monterey County Fair this summer. Students must have their own digital camera to use. Please bring
your camera and manual to class each week. Students will be responsible for printing their photos. Taught by
Rhonda Hess.
Wednesday Classes at Hidden Hills
1:00-2:20 Sew Fun: A Class
for Beginners
Grades 5-7
2:30-3:20 Animal Care Sew Some More
Grades 4-8 Grades 7 & up
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3:30-4:20 Animal Care l
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Dates: Wednesday, January 28 – March 18
Term: 8 weeks
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Registration deadline is Friday, January 23 . Space is limited, so please call early to register your child.
Animal Care Classes
(S9A1-2) (S9A1-1)
Grades: 4-8 Grades: 2-3
2:30-3:20 3:30-4:20
Cost: $95 ($80 Member-Plus) Cost: $95 ($80 Member-Plus)
The Animal Care classes will teach students the basics of animal care through “hands-on” experience with a variety of animals here
at Hidden Hills Ranch. This first eight week session will cover horses, sheep, goats, cows and donkeys. For horses, students will
receive a basic introduction to the equestrian world including safety, anatomy, types of tack, usage, care, grooming and feeding. For
sheep, goats, cows and donkeys, students will learn how to handle the animals, how to brush and care for them, different types of
breeds, anatomy and feeding. All classes will be outdoors and “hands-on”, so dress appropriately. The next session offered in late
March-May will cover llamas, alpacas, poultry and farm predators. Taught Audrey Kile.
Sew Fun: A Class for Beginners
(S9SF)
Grades: 5-7
1:00-2:20
Cost: $110 ($96 Member-Plus)
Students will become familiar with the terms, tools, and techniques used in sewing. They will complete several projects designed to
excite and encourage them in the arena of textiles, creativity and sewing. Projects include: a pillowcase, an envelope pillow and a
tote bag. Both hand and machine stitching will be covered. By the end of the class, each student should feel confident in the use of
a sewing machine. Students will be responsible for their own notions and fabric. Call the office for a supply list of notions. Machines
will be provided, however students may bring their own personal portable machine if they desire. Taught by Dana Hernandez.
Sew Some More
(S9SSM)
Grades: 7 & up
2:30-4:20
Cost: $128 ($112 Member-Plus)
Students will begin with a refresher course in the basic sewing skills (learned in the previous class) emphasizing using a sewing
machine proficiently and confidently. Use of correct terms will be stressed. This class will focus on the importance of finishing
techniques to create a garment with a nice finished appearance. Students will make an assortment of fun and useful projects,
including: p.j.s, aprons, household items and accessories. We will incorporate some “green” creativity by using recycled materials in
a few of the projects too! Students will be responsible for their own patterns, notions and fabric. Machines will be provided,
however a personal, portable sewing machine is strongly recommended so projects can be worked on at home. Taught by Dana
Hernandez.
Friday Class at Hidden Hills
Dates: Last Friday of the month
Time: 1:00-2:00
Cost: $12 each session
$10 each session (Member-Plus)
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Registration deadline is Friday, January 23 . Space is limited, so please call early to register your child.
Life on the Farm for Young Farmers
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Grades: PreK-1 (minimum age 3)
(S9FM1) January 30: Ponies
(S9FM2) February 27: Sheep
(S9FM3) March 27: Rabbits
This Farm Day class will allow young farmers to learn more about life on the farm with a special focus on a different
animal each session. Class will begin with a tour of the barn and corrals, followed by hands-on time with the focus
animal and a special craft or activity. Moms are welcome to attend with their child, however no older siblings are
allowed. You may sign up for each session individually or all three sessions. Taught Audrey Kile.
Monday Class at Prunedale Library
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Dates: Monday, January 26 – April 27 (No class Feb 9, 16, April 6, 13)
Term: 10 weeks
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Registration deadline is Friday, January 23 . Space is limited, so please call early to register your child.
Grammar & Creative Writing
(S9GCW)
Grades: 7 & up
12:30-2:10
Cost: $200 ($175 Member-Plus)
This class will be composed of two 45 minutes sections with a short 5-10 minute break in between. There will be
homework in both parts. The first section will cover grammar, usage and mechanics. The second 45 minutes will be
devoted to the craft of creative writing. I will be using Writing for 100 Days, by Gabriel Arquilevich, M.F.A. and other
sources, like Writing down the Days, by Lorraine Dahlstom to design a course that includes daily journal writing as
well as planning, and finishing a short story. I will include all usual literary terms that relate to writing, and students
will know how to use these terms with their own and the other student’s stories. We will be sharing our stories,
having peer review and rewriting stories after editing. Students can expect to spend about 2 hours or more each week
on homework. During the Monday holidays, when we don't meet, I will assign homework for the rest of the week so
students don't get out of the writing habit, or lose momentum. This class will be held in the Community Room at the
Prunedale Library. Taught by Lynnette Witwer.
