Teen/Tween Programs (Ages 10-18)

Sewing Lab at Magpie

(any age, though it is a long day for younger ones to focus)

Sept-June

Every Monday we take a deep dive into sewing, construction, pattern making, jewelry arts, printmaking on textiles, clothing up-cycling and other fiber problem solving. Learners turn their drawings and ideas into plushies, cos-play, wearable art and fashion. (Learners enrolled in other FLC day programming can choose to spend days at the sewing lab for a fee. Learners enrolled in Monday FLC day program can choose either forest days or sewing days) (One art unit)

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FLC City as a School

(Ages 10-18)

9-2:00 Tuesdays

Sept-June

Explore ideas around community, commerce and collectivity as we spend time learning the history, art, food, music and culture of this place we call home. Using the Cortland Free Library, Cortland Historical Society, parks and public places, the halls of government and public services, we will learn about participation in community. We will discuss areas where needs are unaddressed, and agree on a community service project. In the Spring we will execute that community service project.  (Participation in Gov't/Social Studies unit)

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Economics and Financial Literacy

(14-18)

2:30-4:00 Tuesdays

Sept-Dec

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In this course students will be introduced to the core economic principles, combined with a strong emphasis on financial literacy.  At the end of this course students should feel skilled and informed in understanding and making financial decisions. Students will explore the function of economic systems, the role of currency and strategies for managing personal finances effectively. We will discuss the 10 Principles of Economics and students will be introduced to topics regarding micro and macroeconomics and trade. The workbook 100 Days of Money and Financial Literacy ($10) will be utilized to help students practice with financial skills and concepts.  We will utilize reading assignments, case studies and a final project to potentiate understanding.

In summary: This course combines economic theory with practical financial literacy skills, providing students with the knowledge to manage money wisely, understand the economy, and make informed financial choices for life.  (1/2 credit high school course)

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Math to Build On

(10-18)  Wednesday during Day Program (Parents/learners must opt in)

Sept-June

 Using the text book, Math to Build On, and building real projects along the way, learners will use hands-on learning as they practice concepts. (This simple and straightforward book explains the basic math used in construction, manufacturing, and design. Learners spend a focused time block on learning the mathematical concept, and then immediately use that concept in a building project. (One Math Unit)

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Environmental Biology

(Ages 10-18)

9-2:00, Thursdays

Sept-June

This program is a collaboration between The Hub at Cortland Collective Impact Initiatives and FLC. On Thursdays, tweens and teens will explore many of the special environments in Cortland and surrounds, working with biologists to discover the special conditions that make unique environments function. This class includes mentorship and participation in a science fair, as we walk through the steps of: refining an idea, doing research, displaying the results, and preparation for public presentation. In the Spring, the class becomes fully outdoors again.  (One science unit)

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English: Adventure Stories and Ancestral Skills

(10-18)

2:00-5:30 Thursdays

Sept-June

Survival and adventure stories have been passed down for millenia to engage the imaginations of the younger generations. They have interwoven lessons in survival, cautionary information, useful knowledge, and the adrenaline to keep young readers transfixed.

This reading program harnesses the power of storytelling to engage learners in the joy of narrative, even those who ‘hate to read’. Storytelling is an essential part of the human experience and binds us together as communities. We will mix in hands-on activities to bring alive events in the stories that the protagonists experience.​​​​

Located at at the Hub, ​this storytelling/nature skill focused class will include transition time (for those coming from Biology and other programsl), recap of the storyline, story-telling read aloud, activity from the reading (fire-making, beadwork, food/medicine,leatherwork, etc) , and ends with games and chill time.

For Thursday families who do not need afterschool care, pick-up time can be 4:30 onward.

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