Engage
Engaging classes.
Our highly talented Lesson Planning Team is dedicated to ensuring every class is engaging, hands-on, and most importantly, fun! We love to literally “get our hands dirty” if it means we will learn!
Past Classes: Vets in Training, Tuskeegee Airmen and Blacks in Flight, Book Club, Black Composers, Don’t Be Scared Writing Club, Tot Music, Tinkering, Gym, Financial Literacy Jr., Intro to Theater Arts, Virtual STEAM Camp, Creative Writing, Winter Science, Africa is Not a Country, and more!
Our
Classes
Younger Sibling Nursery
The nursery is a space for the younger siblings (ages 3 and under) of our group. The nursery is available to all families with children registered in at least one of our groups starting at Pre-K. Unfortunately, due to the structure of our group, we cannot accommodate families with children who only fall within the nursery age range.
Pre-K to 1st Grade
This is our liveliest group of little learners! These children are between the ages of 4 to 6 years old. Fall 2024, they will study Geology, Tall Tales using Caldecott award-winning books, Gym, Robotics & Coding, Art, Math is Fun, Gameschooling, and Amazing Africa.
2nd – 5th Grade
This class is full of 7 to 9 year olds who are eager to learn. They ask questions, get excited and are all around a fun group of kids! Fall 2024, they will experience classes called Volcano Island, Underwater Science, Art, Gym, Fun Fractions, and Kingdoms of Africa.
Middle School
As of Fall 2024, this is our newly formed group of Middle Schoolers in grades 6 – 8th. These children will study Spanish, Journalism, STEM Robotics, Loaded Logic and Black Art in Motion this fall.
High School
This group includes our oldest students in grades 9 – 12th. We are eager to get started since this will be another new addition to ATHC! The fall line-up of high school classes includes the Art of Logic, Spanish, Study Skills, Career Exploration, STEM Robotics, Passion Projects and Portfolio!
Add-ons & À la carte
Coming soon!
We are growing and cannot wait to share what we have in store. Able to Teach is expanding our course offerings through add-ons, à la carte classes and community partnerships. Be on the look out for these new classes! Subscribe to our email list to be the first to know!
Envision
If our children can envision it, they can believe it!
At Able to Teach, envisioning greatness and every possibility is always on our minds! This is why it is vital for our children to see themselves in the careers, topics, and exeperiences they are exposed to. From custom curriculum highlighting the Black and Brown experience, to inspiring Career Days featuring professionals who look like them in a variety of fields, our children will never lack for Black excellence!
Past Career Day Experiences:
Atif Saeed, A.A.E., IAP – Chief Executive Officer of the City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation, private tour of Philadelphia International Airport
Captain Mark Lyons – Airbus A-320 Captain and retired Lieutenant Colonel with the Air Force National Guard
Mrs. Ashley Petit – provides technology solutions for clinical vaccine trials
Mr. Chris Hutton – sports science and trainer
Mrs. Darlene Turner – retired 40-year school teacher
Mr. Brian Kilpatrick – software developer, muscian, photographer and videographer
Ms. Nika Virgil – lead lab scientist producing consumer cosmetics and safety protocols
Mrs. Stacey Matthews – nutritionist and registered dietician who is passionate about teaching others how to eat healthy
Our Co-op Structure
Are you a drop-off group?
Unfortunately, no.
However this is intentional. We truly desire to form a strong community amongst our families. One major way this is possible is for everyone to experience our co-op days, together!
Can we opt-out of a class?
Yes, and no.
Currently, every group (excluding the nursery babes) are offered three classes for every 5-week session. If your child simply has no interest in the topic or if there are other concerns, please reach out to ATHC leadership at abletoteachhomeschool@gmail.com so we can help you figure out the best way to enhance your child’s learning experience.
What is your yearly schedule?
2024-2025 Dates:
Fall 2024 Session 1 – Fridays, 9/13-10/11
Fall Break: Week of 10/14 – 10/18
Fall Session 2 – Fridays, 10/25-11/22
Winter Showcase: Tentatively 12/6 or 12/7
Winter 2025 Session 1 – Fridays, 1/10-2/7
Winter Break: Week of 2/10-2/14
Winter Cycle 2 – Fridays, 2/21-3/21
Science Fair: Tentatively 4/19/25
Graduation/Move-Up Ceremony: early May 2025
Field Day: early June 2025
Beach Day: July 2025
Who are your teachers?
You are!
That is, every parent who registers their child will be called upon to fill in the gap in some way. Veteran and returning ATHC parents will be lead teachers, while others may be classroom helpers, and/or hall monitors and everything in between to ensure a smooth flow for our group. This is what puts the “Collective” into our name!
What is the cost and what does it cover?
There is a registration fee and tuition.
Currently, there is a $50 registration fee to secure your family’s spot. Our tuition is $250/semester/family. This pays for your child’s classes, one parent or guardian’s background clearance, facility fees, supplies, and other miscellaneous expenses for our group. However, tuition will be increasing after 8/16/24. Payment installments are available upon request.
Can I come for a visit even if we don’t join?
Absolutely!
You have the option to come for a one day site visit during our co-op year to see our group in action! You would need to schedule this in advance. Do to safety protocols, we do not accept walk-in site visits. We’d love to show off how amazing our group is, so if you’d like to schedule a site visit, please email abletoteachhomeschool@gmail.com, today!
Do you have any lingering inquiries?
Need a little bit more info? Please don’t hesitate to reach out!
