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Now Serving Students K-12
Fall registration is open, and we are working hard to make it as easy as possible.
Please remember:
- You will need to register your family BEFORE you are able to request workshops. This registration will include your children’s names and ages, your family email address, an emergency contact with a phone number, your mailing address and all waivers to be signed. This registration is valid for one school year (Fall term, Spring Term, Summer Term) and will need to be repeated each year before requesting classes.
- You will receive a link to request workshops only after filling out the family registration.
- We are strictly limiting workshop requests to the ages listed for each class.
- You may request as many workshops as you wish, however, in order to allow as many students as possible to participate each term, we reserve the right to limit the number of workshops an individual student may participate in.
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Note: Beginning this summer, workshop registration fees will not be refundable. All fees will need to be submitted via cash or check (made out to Ashland University) and are due within 10 days of your roster confirmation. Please do not submit fees before rosters are released. Early submitted fees will not be returned.
Secondary | Ages 13-18
MasterBooks High School Biology Lab*
Ages 14-18
12:30 to 2 p.m.
Group A: Sept: 3 - Nov. 12
Group B: Sept. 10 - Nov. 19
Designed for students in grades 9–12, this High School Biology Lab provides the hands-on laboratory experience needed to complement the MasterBooks High School Biology curriculum. Meeting every other week throughout the fall and spring semesters, students will complete laboratory investigations while exploring topics such as cells, genetics, ecosystems, biomes, and the remarkable complexity of living organisms. Through engaging experiments and observations, students will develop practical scientific skills, including the proper use of a light microscope, dissection techniques, and accurate laboratory documentation.
Because this is a laboratory companion course, students are expected to complete the assigned reading and coursework from the MasterBooks High School Biology text at home before each lab session. Students must bring the Teacher Guide, which contains the required lab reports, to every class and commit to participating in the full year of laboratory instruction. All laboratory materials and supplies will be provided. The required MasterBooks High School Biology Student Text and Teacher Guide may be purchased as a set for approximately $68.
*This workshop is available through a grant from the Ashland County Community Foundation.
Short Story Writing & Analysis
Ages 13-18
Wednesdays, Sept. 30 - Nov. 18
10 to 11 a.m. in Schar 203
This Short Story Writing & Analysis Workshop is designed to help students become stronger readers and more confident writers by exploring the craft of great short fiction. Through close reading, engaging discussions, and guided writing exercises, students will analyze classic stories such as The Lottery, The Lady, or the Tiger?, To Build a Fire and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty to discover techniques that make them memorable. Each story serves as a model for a specific writing skill, including crafting plot twists, developing powerful endings, writing compelling adventure narratives, and using imagination to create engaging stories within stories. Students will apply each technique in their own original writing while receiving guidance and feedback throughout the workshop. By the end of the course, students will have strengthened both their analytical reading skills and their ability to write creative, well-crafted short stories.
Essay Writing
Ages 14-18
Tuesdays, Sept. 29-Nov. 3
10 to 11 a.m.
This six-week Essay Writing Workshop is designed to equip students with the skills and confidence needed to write two foundational types of essays: literary and personal. Through clear instruction, guided practice, and individualized feedback, students will learn how to organize their thoughts, create a strong thesis, support their ideas with evidence, and write with clarity and confidence. Students will complete a literary essay that helps them think deeply about a piece of literature, as well as a personal essay that allows them to share their own experiences, reflections, and unique voice. Throughout the workshop, students will receive instruction, practice, feedback, and opportunities to revise their work so they can grow as thoughtful, capable writers.
Printing Making Studio*
Ages 14-18
Tuesdays, Sept. 29 - Oct. 20
2:30 to 4 p.m.
Discover the art of relief printmaking in this four-session workshop for high school homeschoolers. Students will learn to design, carve, ink, and print their own original artwork using linoleum or soft blocks, exploring both single and multi-color printing techniques. Each session builds technical skills and artistic confidence as students develop the ability to plan, layer, and refine their prints. The skills learned can be continued at home as part of their homeschool art coursework. All materials are provided, and no prior art experience is required.
*This workshop is available through a grant from the Ashland County Community Foundation.
Ink and Watercolor Studio*
Ages 14-18
Wednesdays, Sept. 30 - Oct. 21
2 to 3:30 p.m. in the HCLC
In this four-week studio workshops, students will learn how to combine precise ink drawing with soft watercolor washes to create rich, dynamic works of art. Using waterproof pens, India ink, and watercolor washes, students will explore how line and color work together to capture both structure and atmosphere. Each project begins with guided sketching and inking, followed by watercolor application to develop tone, texture, and depth. Designed as a supplemental enrichment workshop, these workshops focus on creative confidence and independent skill-building.
*This workshop is available through a grant from the Ashland County Community Foundation.
Beginning Latin
Ages 14-18
Thursdays, date TBD
10 to 11 a.m. in the HCLC
This Latin workshop continues the introduction to the timeless language of Latin and is perfect for students who are new to Latin or need a refresher before moving on to more advanced studies. Students will cover key grammar concepts, vocabulary, and derivatives through engaging activities designed to foster a love of learning. This workshop strengthens English language skills, boosts academic performance, and provides a foundation for studying the classics and learning other languages.
Advanced Latin
Ages 14-18
Wednesdays, date TBD
12 to 1 p.m. in the HCLC
Advanced Latin is a continuation of foundational Latin study for students who have completed any of our previous Latin workshops. This workshop is a great supplement to your home studies. Rooted in the classical learning tradition, this workshop emphasizes mastery of grammar, vocabulary, and translation as tools for cultivating clarity of thought and precision of language. Students will build on prior knowledge to tackle more advanced sentence structures and read longer Latin passages, while continuing to explore the rich legacy of Latin in English vocabulary and Western thought.
Classical Acting
Ages 13-18
Tuesdays, Sept. 8 - Nov. 17
Noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Student Center Auditorium
Dive into Shakespeare with Sabrina Maristela, director of the Ashbrook Classical Theater Company! Over the course of 10 weeks, students will be working through A Midsummer Night's Dream, exploring language, plot, and staging, culminating in a performance. No prior theater experience is necessary - just come ready to think, listen, and act! This class is recommended for 8th grade and up.
Harnessing Your Brain
Parents and Students Ages 14-18
Tuesdays, Oct. 6-27
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the AU Student Center ABCD
Learning is a lifelong skill—and students do not have to figure it out alone. In this 1.5-hour workshop, homeschool students and parents will explore practical, encouraging strategies from Learning How to Learn by Barbara Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski.
Families will discover simple ways to improve study habits, strengthen focus, remember information, and approach challenging subjects with more confidence.
Students and parents will leave with practical tools they can begin using right away to help learning feel more manageable and effective.
Open Gym
Ages 13+
Second Wednesdays (Sept. 9, Oct. 14 and Nov. 11)
1 to 2 p.m. in the AU Rec Center
Open gym activities will vary throughout the semester. Gym attire and shoes are required. Waivers must be signed before entry.
Primary | Ages 5-12
Junior Open Gym
Ages 6-12
First Wednesdays (Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2)
1 to 2 p.m. in AU Rec Center
Open gym activities will vary throughout the semester. Gym attire and shoes are required. Waivers must be signed before entry.
Watercolor Cards
Ages 7-11
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Group A | Tuesday, Sept. 29
Group B | Tuesday, Nov. 3
Join us for a celebration of the seasons through one of our two elementary watercolor workshops. In the first workshop we will explore color blending and perspective as we create an autumnal greeting card. Our second workshop will focus on wet-on-wet watercolor techniques as we paint a winter night sky.
Mixed Ages
Speech and Debate
Speech (ages 9-18), Debate (ages 13-18)
Thursdays, Sept. 3 - Dec. 10
3 to 6 p.m. in Schar Ronk
This workshop is an introduction to the history, theory, practice, and implications of rhetoric (speech), as well as the fundamentals of policy debate. Perfect for all skill levels. Through class discussions, presentations, and written assignments, you will discover the exciting world of speech and policy debate and begin preparing for competition.
Block Printing Basics*
Ages 11-13
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, Oct. 27, Nov. 3 or Nov. 10
This one-day workshop is offered 3 times!
Explore the art of block printing workshop for middle school homeschoolers. Students will design and create their own prints using foam blocks and simple tools to safely experiment with carving, inking, and printing techniques. This session builds confidence and creativity as students discover how to transform their ideas into bold, repeatable designs. The skills learned can be easily continued at home as part of their ongoing homeschool art studies. All materials are provided, and no prior art experience is required.
*This workshop is available through a grant from the Ashland County Community Foundation.
Watercolor Basics
Ages 11-13
2 to 3 p.m.
Group A | Wednesdays, Oct.28 and Nov. 4
Group B | Wednesdays, Nov. 11 and 18
During these two identical two-day art workshops, students will learn multiple watercolor techniques to create a seasonal landscape. Students will explore loose painting, as well as controlled brushwork while painting a more detailed group of flowers. No experience is needed. Please make sure to dress your student in painting clothes.
Parents
Harnessing Your Brain
Parents and Students Ages 14-18
Tuesdays, Oct. 6-27
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in AU Student Center ABCD
Learning is a lifelong skill—and students do not have to figure it out alone. In this 1.5-hour workshop, homeschool students and parents will explore practical, encouraging strategies from Learning How to Learn by Barbara Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski.
Families will discover simple ways to improve study habits, strengthen focus, remember information, and approach challenging subjects with more confidence.
Students and parents will leave with practical tools they can begin using right away to help learning feel more manageable and effective.
Homeschool 101
Tuesday, Sept. 15
6:30 to 8 p.m. in the HCLC
This workshop covers essential skills such as setting homeschool goals, prioritizing educational objectives, and crafting a personalized curriculum map tailored to your student’s needs. We’ll explore the five basic types of homeschooling and guide you through selecting a curriculum that aligns seamlessly with your goals and preferences. Whether you’re a seasoned homeschooling parent or just starting your journey, this workshop promises to equip you with the tools and knowledge necessary to create a fulfilling educational experience for your family.