The Arbor Learning Community

Fall 2024 Arbor classes start in 5 days on Monday, September 9th! Can't wait to see our Arbor students, teachers, and families soon!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Interior Design 101: Planning & Inspiration (AAC), Grades 7-10, Mondays, 3rd Period

Students will go through the Design Process as they undertake residential design projects that go beyond sheer decorating. Learn from a professional interior designer on how to create your dream rooms! The sky’s the limit when it comes to color choices, fabrics, furniture and accessories, and how they are brought together. You will learn step-by-step the basics of space planning, color concepts, and selection of the right elements such as furnishing, lighting, flooring and surfaces to create functional and aesthetically appealing spaces.

In the fall, we will explore design elements, inspiration and planning, textiles, accessories, lighting, color schemes, and more.

See more about this class and others on our website! www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

Fall 2024 Registration is open! Classes begin September 9th.

Registered for Fall 2024 classes at The Arbor? Would you like to check out the campus before classes begin? Come by on Tuesday, August 27th between 10am-12pm to meet The Arbor's office staff, get questions answered, see your classrooms, and meet other Arbor families!

Open to all registered families! RSVPs appreciated, but not required.
Email: [email protected] to RSVP.

2121 E. Wilshire Ave. Fullerton, CA 92831

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Achieving Clarity in Nonfiction Writing (AAC), Grades 7-9, Wednesdays, 1st Period

This is a dynamic course in which students will be equipped with the fundamental skills needed to become clear and compelling writers. Through hands-on writing exercises, extended pieces of writing, writer’s workshops, and more, students will gain an appreciation for the importance of becoming a clear writer and thinker, and learn practical strategies to produce clear writing.

Register today! www.thearborlearningcommunity.com

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Pre-Algebra, Grades 7-8, Mondays & Wednesdays, 1st Period (twice/week)

This course will give students a foundation in some of the most essential Pre-Algebra skills to prepare for Algebra I and beyond. Students will work with integers, simplify expressions using the Order of Operations, work with the Distributive Property, solve one, two, and multi-step equations and inequalities. New topics will be introduced each week and students will have homework assignments to help them practice concepts taught in class.

Learn about this class and more on our website today! www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

Fall 2024 registration is underway, and classes begin on September 9th, so register soon!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Natural History of Orange County: It's a Small World! Grades 5-8, Wednesdays, 3rd Period

Once a shallow ocean that receded to a land of giant ground sloths and saber-toothed cats, the land we call Orange County is one of very few places in the world that is considered a biodiversity hotspot; a small area that has an enormous variety of plants and animal species! The variety of plants and animals that call Orange County home are so well adapted to the habitats of our area some are found nowhere else in the world!

Natural History of Orange County is a class that highlights these amazing species and will give students that are curious about Orange County wildlife a place to explore and investigate in a guided, hands-on class.

Registration is underway! Learn more about this class and others on our website at www.thearborlearningcommunity.com. Fall 2024 classes begin September 9th!

We hope you're surviving these sunny summer days with some cool💨shade🌳. Just a to when we used our 😎 cool shades 😎 to see the solar eclipse this last April!

Stay cool 😎💨🌳this summer and see you in September!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Graphic Novel Analysis & Creation: Fantasy Fiction
Grades 4-5: Thursdays, 2nd Period // Grades 6-8: Tuesdays, 2nd Period

This class will introduce students to the art of writing and creating graphic novels! We will cover a brief history of comics and their influences, learn to identify elements of graphic novels, and practice building fictional narratives that students will turn into their own graphic novels. Through discussion and practice, students will learn to think critically about narrative structure, settings, characters, representation, and sequential storytelling.

Learn more about this class and registration on our website! www.thearborlearningcommunity.com

We hope you'll join us this fall!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Fun with Creative Writing: Playing with Fall-Themed Prompts, Grades 2-3, Mondays, 2nd Period

Come with us to a world where anything is possible… through writing! We will go on a creative journey to discover stories, why they are important, how to tell them, all while we discover new things about ourselves. In this class, we will work on writing poems, composing letters, and creating stories. We will combine our writing adventure with art and games as we build an appreciation for thinking and writing creatively!

Learn more about this class and registration on our website! www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

We hope to be able to write with you this fall!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Designing a Fashion Business: Plan & Create (Advanced Arbor Class), Grades 7-9, Tuesdays 1st Period

Have you ever wanted to start a fashion business? This course is dedicated to all who are interested in starting their own fashion or creative business. Methods for developing a business include target market research, planning, and creating product concept designs through illustrations. In this course, students will also learn how to sell online and create a website!

Register today! Learn more about this class and fall registration on our website! www.thearborlearningcommunity.com

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Road Trip USA! From Delaware to Arkansas, Grades 3-5, Mondays, 3rd Period

The United States is crisscrossed with more than 4 million miles of highway – enough for 8 round-trip road trips to the moon! All those roads lead to some cool state history, wacky sights, and unique places for each of those states. In the fall, we’ll start our adventure with the 1st state in our nation, Delaware, and go through a nationwide adventure– in order of statehood– until we get to Arkansas. Come on this fun road trip through our country and see how each state shaped our United States of America.

Learn more about this class and registration on our website www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

Fall 2024 registration is underway! We hope you'll join the trip!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Mental Math! Addition & Subtraction, Grades 2-3, Mondays, 1st Period

Tired of writing so much for math? Want your math practice to be quicker and less arduous? Come join us as we learn mental strategies that will unlock your brain’s power to add and subtract larger numbers without using a pencil!

Fall 2024 registration is underway! Learn more about this class and registration on www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Crochet Basics: Cozy & Comfy, Grades 4-8, Tuesdays 2nd Period (New Section Added!)

Did you know? Numerous studies have shown that crocheting has a positive effect on concentration, mental health, memory, and left-right brain connection. Come join us this fall where we'll learn to crochet basic stitches to make 2D projects: friendship bracelet, coaster, bookmark, and the pumpkin! Students will have the opportunity to pick their own projects to craft and sell at Arbor’s Market Day in November 2024 (registration for Market Day is separate from class registration and not required). These handmade treasures also make great gifts for friends and family!

Registration is underway! Learn more about this class and registration at www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Intermediate Ceramics
Grades 7-10: Mondays, 2nd Period // Grades 3-6: Mondays, 3rd Period

Move beyond simple cylinders and pinch pots to create complex forms and intricate surface decoration! Explore new methods and expand your skills with artist and teacher, Karren Hiskey, as she guides students to a greater level of confidence and competence in this new class of Intermediate Ceramics. Projects range from a stamped pattern mug with pressed slab construction to an extruded coil Tree of Life sculpture along with plaster mold making students will use to create a relief tile mural and other projects.

Student must have previously taken Ceramics at The Arbor or must have acquired the fundamental skills and techniques, such as knowledge of the stages of clay: greenware, bisque, glazed and basic technical skills: pinch, coil, slab and score & slip. Projects are designed to advance technical skills and aesthetic growth.

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Mixing It Up with Acrylic Painting
Grades 3-5, Mondays 2nd Period // Grades 6-8, Mondays 1st Period

Mix it up with some acrylic paint! Students will develop their knowledge and skills in acrylic painting. Students will gain confidence in their ability to paint and will have the opportunity to learn technical skills through painting a variety of subject matters. Enjoy the art of panting in this fun and encouraging environment!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] The Science of Art, Grades 6-8, Thursdays, 3rd Period

Explore the science of art! The creation of art often uses science for materials, techniques, and inspiration. You cannot paint without chemical pigments, draw with perspective without geometry, or understand color theory without understanding how light is perceived by the eye. Not only will we create art using concepts from science, but we will look at the science that goes into the construction of visual art and music.

Fall 2024 registration is underway! Learn more about this class and others on our website. www.thearborlearningcommunity.com

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Nature Studies: Ocean Explorers, Grades 3-5, Thursdays, 3rd Period

Did you know that 71 percent of our planet is ocean? Are you curious about the amazing animals that live in the ocean? Do you want to be understand the special adaptations of ocean animals? Do you know how our ocean is affected by pollution? Do you want to be better prepared to care for our planet's oceans? All these questions and so many more will be explored together this session. Bring your questions and let's explore the answers together!

Registration for Fall 2024 is underway! Learn about this class and more on our website at www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

We hope to see you this fall!

[FALL 2024 NEW SECTION ADDED!] We just added another section of our US History: From the First People to the Revolutionary War, Grades 4-6 on Thursdays, 1st period to our fall schedule!

In this exciting and hands-on class, students will design, build, and create their way through U.S. history! We will explore North America to see where the first societies formed, how they changed after the arrival of Europeans, and how it all influences our lives today. Classes will include games, crafts, model building, and experiments! Join the adventure as we experience history in a fun and engaging way.

Register now at www.thearborlearningcommunity.com!

[FALL 2024 CLASS HIGHLIGHT] Great Plays as Literature: Antigone, Grades 6-8, Wednesdays, 3rd Period (12:30pm)

Step into the ancient world of Thebes, where individual convictions and familial loyalty clash with the power of the state, and moral dilemmas unfold in the face of absolute authority. Through analyzing Antigone as literature, students will unravel the layers of this timeless tragedy!

This class is great for students who are excited to think critically about some of literature’s most fascinating characters, analyze masterful use of language through thoughtful writing and lively discussion, and make connections to the real world.

Learn more about this class and more on our website. www.thearborlearningcommunity.com

Stay tuned for more class highlights!

[FALL 2024] Newly Added Sections! Due to popular demand, we have added an additional section of the following classes:

*Crochet Basics: Cozy & Comfy, Grades 4-8 on Tuesdays, 1st Period
*Graphic Novel Analysis & Creation: Fantasy Fiction, Grades 6-8 on Tuesdays, 2nd Period

Registration is underway! See our website for more details (www.thearborlearningcommunity.com).

[FALL 2024 REGISTRATION] Fall 2024 Registration is now open to all families! Hurry on over to our website to see the full listing of our Fall 2024 classes and all the registration info you need!

www.thearborlearningcommunity.com

We hope to see you this fall!

[FALL 2024 REGISTRATION] Phase 2: Charter Pay Fall 2024 Registration begins today at 10am! See the graphic for your specific date depending on when you started as a family at The Arbor.

Phase 3: New families using charter funds may begin registering for classes on May 13th.

Go to our website to see Fall 2024 classes and registration details.
www.thearborlearningcommunity.com

Questions? Email [email protected]

[FALL 2024 REGISTRATION] We are entering Phase 1: Private Pay of Fall 2024 registration! Families who are paying privately for classes may register during Phase 1, including current, returning, and new families.

Phase 2: Charter Pay registration for returning families begins May 7th. Swipe left to see the graphic for your specific date.

Phase 3: New families using charter funds may begin registering for classes on May 13th.

Go to our website to see Fall 2024 classes and registration steps/info. www.thearborlearningcommunity.com.

Questions? Email [email protected].

[PANDA EXPRESS FUNDRAISER] Looking for an easy (and yummy) way to support The Arbor? Order online and eat Panda Express on April 25th!

A week from today, on Thursday, April 25th, order online for pickup or delivery at any Panda Express near you! Use code 922882 in the Fundraising Code box and 28% of proceeds will be donated to The Arbor.

Please help spread the deliciousness with your friends and family. Thank you for supporting The Arbor!

[SPRING 2024 OPEN HOUSE] You are invited to our Spring 2024 Open House on April 25th, 5-8pm! Open House is a wonderful opportunity to see our campus, meet our community, and speak to teachers about current and Fall 2024 classes. We have a wonderful program planned for our community as well as a day-of Panda Express fundraiser (order online/delivery- info coming soon) and Giving Campaign, so please feel free to stop by to support The Arbor!

Please feel free to invite interested friends and family; all are welcome! We hope to see you there!

THE FALL 2024 SCHEDULE IS LIVE! We're so excited to announce that our long-awaited Fall 2024 schedule is now live! Head on over to our website (https://thearborlearningcommunity.com/fall-2024-classes) to see our full schedule!

Fall 2024 registration begins on April 29th. Swipe left to see your registration date.

Do you have any questions about Fall 2024 classes or registration? Sign up for a Reg Q&A Chat with our Director of Operations, Tara Sheehan. Complete the Google Form to RSVP: https://forms.gle/DQZaEH7sZsLnHmxn7.

Are you homeschooling high school next year? Would you be interested in chatting with others to share stories, tips, strategies, and plans for homeschooling high school? Are you interested in hearing what The Arbor will have to offer for high school students next year? See graphic below for dates, time, and location and sign up for a chat! https://forms.gle/31Li14AwQJmJKx3V9 (see link in bio)

Hope to see you there!

[🌳ARBOR GIVING TREE CAMPAIGN🌳] Please join us this April in our first Arbor Giving Tree Campaign. Now through Arbor Day, Friday April 26, 2024, our hope is that we can rally as a community to fill our ‘Giving Tree’ with representation of support from our amazing community. The Arbor Learning Community is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is powered by the very community we serve. As such, our community’s participation is most essential to The Arbor’s existence and operations.

Please consider taking part in this campaign to contribute financially to The Arbor and the giving tree that it is to our students, families, teachers, staff and the larger community. Every contribution is valuable, and no donation is too small to participate in this meaningful campaign.

As a representation of community, donations of $5 or more will be given a leaf to personalize and add to our Arbor Giving Tree. Our Arbor Giving Tree will be displayed from April 8th through Arbor Day, April 26th by the sign-in table and at our Open House on Thursday, April 25th, 5-8pm.

How can you give?
➡Make a donation directly via cash or check at the sign-in table or at Open House on Thursday, April 25th, 5-8pm
➡Consider making a donation through PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=ot-IV35bDsDSnz_lhUwnGqsP0NROLDAFUrecy2QdHhKBmK1lTYUB9Pz3gkhw2cpVLm-ZMyfIJcx3Iywm)
➡Inquire if your employer has a “matching policy” for donations made by employees to non-profits such as the Arbor

Thank you for supporting The Arbor!