Arts Academy

WC Arts Academy

The Arts Academy gives children the opportunity to express their creativity through a variety of engaging art forms. Each class focuses on the gifts that God gives each of us and celebrates the differences. We hope you will join us as we explore the world of art!

"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time." ― Thomas Merton

Additional Children's Ministries

Chapel Hill Children's School

Transitional Kindergarten, PreK and "Parent's Day Out" program.

WC Kids

Fostering a personal faith in Jesus Christ in children.

Theater

Students work together to produce amazing Broadway-inspired shows.

WC Kids Arts Academy Spring 2023

If you would like to be added to a waiting list for any of the WC Kids Arts Academy classes, please email Erin Schechter.

Be sure to include child’s name, birth date and class they are interested in attending.

ART 1
First & Second grade - $50
Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Please note that class times have changed for this semester.
Students in Art 1 can expect to explore a variety of art forms. They will complete both individual and collaborative projects. All art projects will be available to take home after the Arts Academy Showcase. At times, the art classes may get messy. Please dress appropriately.

ART 2
Third & Fourth grade - $50
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Please note that class times have changed for this semester
Students in Art 2 can expect to explore a variety of art forms. They will complete both individual and collaborative projects. All art projects will be available to take home after the Arts Academy Showcase. At times, the art classes may get messy. Please dress appropriately.

Cooking 1
First & Second grade - $50
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Please note that class times have changed for this semester.
Be prepared to take in the delicious smells coming from this classroom! Students in this cooking class can expect to learn the basics of food prep and cooking. Some of the yummy creations from this class will be featured as part of the showcase.

Cooking 2
Third & Fourth grade - $50
Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Please note that class times have changed for this semester.
Be prepared to take in the delicious smells coming from this classroom! Students in this cooking class can expect to learn the basics of food prep and cooking. Some of the yummy creations from this class will be featured as part of the showcase.

Creative Movement
3-year-olds through 5-year-olds - $50
Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Please note the class times have changed for this semester.
This class will give our littlest dancers the opportunity to learn the basics of several different dance styles. No special dance shoes or attire are required for this class. Students are asked to bring water bottles with them to class each day, and to wear comfortable dance clothes. Students in this dance class will perform during the Arts Academy Showcase on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

KINDERGARTEN VARIETY
Kindergarten - $50
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Please note the class times have changed for this semester.
The Kindergarten Variety class provides students with a sampling from other Arts Academy classes. Some of the topics explored during this unique class will be art, cooking, dance, LEGO, theater and more. Class projects and materials change each semester. Students in this class will be featured in the showcase at the end of the semester.

DANCE
First through third grade - $50
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Please note the class times have changed for this semester.
This dance class will give students an overview of dance styles and applications with a focus on certain styles. Students should wear comfortable dance clothes, bring ballet shoes and a water bottle to each class. This class is intended for beginners through intermediate dancers and is guaranteed to be a lot of fun! Students in dance will perform during the Arts Academy Showcase on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

LEGO 1
Kindergarten and first grade - $50
Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Please note that class times have changed for this semester.
Come and have a blast making new friends, while working together as a class to complete small and large LEGO builds! Everyone is welcome. This semester, LEGO students will work together to complete a lighthouse as well as some other amazing builds only found at sea. These builds will be unveiled during the Arts Academy Showcase on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

LEGO 2
Second - fourth grade - $50
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Please note that class times have changed for this semester.
Come and have a blast making new friends, while working together as a class to complete small and large LEGO builds! Everyone is welcome. This semester, LEGO students will work together to complete a lighthouse as well as some other amazing builds only found at sea. These builds will be unveiled during the Arts Academy Showcase on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

Intro to Theater
First - Third grade - $50
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Please note the class times have changed for this semester.
This is the perfect class for students who are not yet old enough to participate in WC Theater. Students will learn stage terms, become familiar with reading a script and other theater basics. They will also practice and be cast in a brief play to be performed during the showcase at the end of the semester. Save the date now for the Arts Academy Showcase Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

Stop Motion Animation
Fifth - Sixth - $50
Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Please note the class times have changed for this semester.
This class was a big hit last semester, so we will be offering it again this semester! Students will learn about stop motion animation, techniques, terms, as well as learn to make their own short video.