Teacher:  Brie Corrington     Age:  12-18 yrs old      Length:  Full Year

We’re thrilled to bring our Film class back for another year! 

This has been one of our most popular classes, and even if you joined us last year—get ready—because we’re diving into new concepts, fresh ideas, and exciting techniques. With a mix of returning filmmakers and brand-new classmates, the creativity is going to be off the charts. We can’t wait to see the amazing content you’ll create together!

Be prepared to write, develop, prep, shoot, cut, and distribute short films. Students will be able to break into crew positions as director, producer, writer, cinematographer, and editor, and learn how each is essential to the art of filmmaking.

*Hard Requirement: Homework will be assigned, and team collaboration is a core part of this class. Students are expected to work together outside of class—via email or group text—to complete video assignments.

Please do not enroll your student if they are unable to complete homework, struggle to work collaboratively with peers, or are not permitted to participate in group communication (email or text).

**Additional Requirement: Students will need a camera (a phone camera works well and is recommended) to bring to class.

Teacher:  Christy Spencer   Age:  12-18 yrs old   Length:  1st & 2nd Semester

In this class, you’ll design and create your own wearable art—from forging cool spoon rings to crafting advanced wire-wrapped pieces, paper beads, clay creations, and intricate beadwork. You’ll learn real studio skills, practice safe techniques, and build both your technical abilities and your unique design style. 

Get ready to express yourself and make pieces you’ll actually want to wear and show off! 

Teacher:  Christy Spencer    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  2nd Semester

Ready to bring your crochet skills to life? 

In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to crochet a cute and cuddly plushie from start to finish! If you have some crochet experience, you'll master the basics of amigurumi (the art of making stuffed toys) while creating a one-of-a-kind plushie to call your own. We'll cover everything from shaping your plushie to adding fun details so you can walk away with a soft, squishy creation and the confidence to make more! 

Grab your yarn and hook – it's time to get crocheting!

Teacher:  Andrea Ripplinger    Age:  12-18 years old    Length:  2nd Semester

This was such a popular class that we had to bring it back again this year!

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this all-in-one course covers everything you need to know to start decorating desserts. 

We'll start with the fundamentals, including piping techniques, icing consistency, and color theory, and explore different types of icing, such as royal icing, buttercream, and fondant. We'll also learn how each type of icing can be used to create various textures and effects and practice to refine your own technique for each type. 

If time and student progress allow, we could advance to more intricate designing skills, like fondant sculpting, stencils, multi-layered cakes, and edible embellishments. 

By the end of the semester, students will have the confidence and skills to create their own beautifully decorated desserts for any occasion, from casual treats to show-stopping centerpieces.

*Note: If your student took this class last year, the same projects will be repeated.

Teacher:  Christy Spencer    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  1st Semester

Explore hand embroidery that blends traditional techniques with modern design, beadwork, and mixed-media embellishment. 

This class will emphasize stitch fundamentals, surface design, creative composition, and personal expression—guiding students from classic samplers to contemporary embroidered pieces that incorporate beads, fabric collage, metallic threads, and upcycled materials.

Teacher:  Amy Oswald    Age:  12-18 years old    Length:  1st & 2nd Semester

In this interactive class, students will work in teams to solve a series of codes, puzzles, and clues. At the start of each session, teams will receive a mystery scenario along with key information needed to begin their mission. From there, they’ll have 50 minutes to collaborate, think critically, and piece together the clues to “escape” the room.

Each escape room features a new theme, keeping every challenge fresh, exciting, and unpredictable.

At the end of the semester, students will take on the role of creators, working in teams to design and build their own mini escape room. They’ll develop the storyline, create puzzles, and present their challenge for classmates to solve.

*Note: The same themed escape rooms will be used for repeat classes on our schedule.

**Note: Team collaboration is a core part of this class. Please do not enroll your student if they struggle to work collaboratively with peers.

***Note: As a non-profit co-op with a limited budget, we are excited to offer an escape room experience that captures the essence of traditional escape rooms—complete with mysteries, puzzles, solutions, and challenges. Although it will not feature the elaborate set design of a commercial escape room, it will be carefully planned to ensure a fun, engaging, and rewarding experience for students.

Teacher: Christy Spencer    Age: 12-18 yrs old    Length: 2nd Sem. & Full Year

Ready to breathe new life into your clothes? 

In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to transform your old garments into stylish, one-of-a-kind pieces! We'll dive into fun refashioning techniques and explore other intermediate sewing skills that will take your creations to the next level. Whether you're looking to update a wardrobe staple or learn some new tricks, this class is perfect for those who already know the basics and are ready to get creative with fabric and fashion. 

Come join us and make something unforgettable!

Teacher:  Karla Freeman    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  Full Year

Hola Familias, estoy tan emocionada para encenar a tus hijos hablar espanol! 

In this class, we are going to enjoy learning to speak and even read in Spanish. Don't worry about making mistakes or mispronouncing any words. That is just part of learning a new language. 

No experience needed—bring your curiosity and energy! Get ready to laugh, learn, and say ¡Hola! to a whole new world.

Teacher:  Christy Spencer    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  1st Semester 

Students will develop a personal mixed media art journal as a creative studio for drawing, collage, painting, printmaking, and experimental mark-making. 

This mixed-media class emphasizes curiosity, process, and individual voice: each session introduces a technique or prompt, and students respond directly in their journals, building layered pages that combine imagery, text, texture, and found materials.

Teacher:  Krista Romero   Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  2nd Semester 

Ready to experiment, get messy, and make something you’re proud of? 

In this hands-on painting class, we will dive into four unique mediums: watercolor, gouache, acrylic, and oil paint. We’ll start by getting comfortable with each material—learning how they move, blend, layer, and behave—then put those skills into action with a finished project for each one.

This isn’t about being “perfect” at art. It’s about trying new things, building confidence, and discovering your own style along the way. Whether you’re brand new or already love to paint, you’ll leave with new techniques, completed artwork, and a deeper understanding of how to bring your ideas to life.

Teacher:  Krista Romero    Age:  12-18 yrs old      Length:  1st Semester

Back for its third year, this class has become one of our students' all-time favorites. 

Can’t decide on just one craft? You don’t have to. In this class, you help shape what we create.

We’ll kick things off by talking about a variety of creative possibilities—like natural fabric dyeing with plants and foods, building miniature worlds, experimenting with polymer clay, making Shrinky Dinks, and more. Be sure to bring your ideas!  Then, as a group, we’ll vote on the projects we’re most excited about and bring them to life together. 

Perfect for curious, creative teens who want to experiment, collaborate, and have a say in what they make.

Teacher:  Brie Corrington    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  1st Semester

In this hands-on class, students will explore creative expression using theatrical makeup and costume techniques, starting with the basics and building their skills step by step.

As the class progresses, students will level up to more advanced methods, including working with prosthetics and latex to create dramatic, stage-ready looks. Along the way, they’ll learn how to plan costumes, sketch original designs, and develop a complete character concept.

By the end of the course, each student will design and create a finished project that showcases their creativity, technical skills, and unique artistic vision. Perfect for students who love art, theater, and transforming imagination into reality! 

**Hard Requirement: Latex materials have to be used in this class; please do not sign up a student for this class if they have allergies to latex.

Teacher:  Karla Freeman    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  1st Semester

In this class, we’ll dive into the world of song lyrics and discover what makes them so powerful and meaningful. Together, we’ll break down lyrics from different songs and artists to uncover hidden messages, creative wordplay, and the emotions behind the music.

We’ll explore themes like friendship, identity, love, and real-life challenges, while learning how artists use storytelling, imagery, and rhythm to express themselves. There will be lots of discussion, sharing ideas, and even chances to bring in your own favorite songs.

Teacher:  Garth Malin    Age:  12-18 yrs old      Length:  Full Year

We’re thrilled to partner with Making Tracks again this year! 

If your student joined us last year, they’ll have the opportunity to build on what they’ve already learned while taking their outdoor skills to the next level. This class is not only a great fit—it’s the perfect next step for beginner and returning students ready for new challenges and adventures.

Participants will study and journal about local ecology, including medicinal/edible plants, animal behavior, birds, and tracks. They will practice fundamental survival skills such as fire by friction, cordage making, stone tools, and water purification. Students will play games and participate in facilitated experiences to hone sensory and situational awareness skills necessary for outdoor survival. Students will play an active role in their education by providing verbal feedback to the instructor, who will guide the class in their preferred direction. Examples of Skills Taught: sit spot, meditation, journaling, biology, survival skills, shelter, water, firewood working, medicinal/edible plants, wandering, nature-based games, navigation/getting lost and found, tracking and awareness, and bird language.

**Hard Requirement: EVERY class will be held OUTSIDE on a TUESDAY OFF-SITE of the co-op.

***Note: The location of this class is  3333 Fernwood Cir, Layton, UT 84040

Taught by Garth Malin of https://www.makingtracks.co/

Teacher:  Brie Corrington    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  2nd Semester

This class is dedicated to teaching students the art and fun of public speaking. 

It Covers Communication and Leadership basics, including eye contact, stance, poise, vocal variety, research, speech writing, and listening skills. 

The curriculum will include Poetry Out Loud, expressive reading, proper discussion, debate, declamation, and a how-to speech.

Teacher:  Cooper Johnson   Age:  12-18 yrs old   Length:  1st & 2nd Semester

Whether you're brand new or already love to dance, this is a place to show up and move. 

We'll explore a mix of styles—from partner dances to line dances and more—without pressure or performance. It's all about having fun, building confidence, and learning to enjoy the art of dance. 

No experience needed, no stress—just music, movement, and a great time.

To help keep the class fun and comfortable for everyone, there are a couple of expectations to keep in mind. Many of the dances involve partner work, so you must be comfortable with appropriate and respectful physical contact. This is also an active class, so come ready to move. Lastly, remember to have fun! 

Teacher:  Brie Corrington    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  Full Year

This year-long class delves into the mysteries of the living things around us and how they all connect.

Students will have hands-on labs exploring the fascinating worlds of microbiology, plants, fungi, and animals. 

*Note: This class will use the dissection of animals, and students are expected to do so with respect and seriousness. Human reproduction will not be covered in this class.

**Note: If your child took this class last year, the SAME lesson plans and dissection labs will be taught.

***Note: We provide latex-free gloves for all our labs for those students with allergies.

Teacher:  Brie Corrington    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  Full Year

Get ready to experiment, explore, and maybe make a mess (the fun kind)! 

Students will dive into the fascinating world of physical science, chemistry, and a variety of “-ologies” through hands-on, project-based learning.

From building erupting volcanoes and mixing up batches of slime to creating exciting chemical reactions (yes—there may be some safe, supervised explosions!), this class is all about learning by doing. Along the way, students will discover how scientific principles work in the real world while developing curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Perfect for students who love to ask “what happens if…?”, this class encourages creativity, experimentation, and a sense of wonder about how our world works.

Teacher:  Danny Alvey    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  Full Year

This engaging zoology course introduces students to the fascinating world of animals through interactive, hands-on learning experiences. Students will explore animal biology, behavior, classification, and ecosystems while gaining a deeper appreciation for biodiversity and conservation. 

The course features live animal demonstrations, opportunities to examine real biofacts, and guided, safe interactions with animals. Students will also have the unique opportunity to bring approved animals into the classroom to share and discuss, fostering curiosity and peer learning. 

Through observation, discussion, and experiential activities, this course brings zoology to life in a dynamic and memorable way.

Teacher:  Emma Partridge    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  1st Semester

This will be a fun, hands-on class where students explore the fascinating world of castles around the world. 

We’ll learn about real castles, their history, myths, and surprising facts from around the world. 

Then, using creativity and recycled materials, students will design and build their own castle replicas, bringing the past to life in imaginative and sustainable ways. 

Teacher:  Alison Brown    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  Full Year

History shows up in more than just historical fiction. Your idea of the Middle Ages in Europe is probably based on various fantasy stories, and even science fiction is built on the storyteller’s guesses about how events in the past may recur in the future.

But most authors and screenwriters are not historians. Their own ideas about history may be vague, unreliable, or even dangerously wrong. Sometimes, it doesn’t matter (though it’s still fun to know the truth). But sometimes, the way history is portrayed in popular culture affects the way we think about the present.

In this class, we’ll watch or read small clips from various popular movies, books, and video games. We’ll figure out which historical ideas the creators are putting forward, assess how accurate they are, and discuss whether it matters. 

You’ll learn some history, some research skills, and some literary analysis techniques. But most importantly, you’ll practice the skills you need to fact-check ideas you hear floating around and ways to identify bits of misinformation. The creators of your fiction aren’t trying to mislead you, but their stories may do it anyway; learning to recognize how it’s happening will let you do the same thing with information you find on the internet, which may or may not be trying to mislead you on purpose.

Teacher:  Karla Freeman    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  2nd Semester

In this class we will step into real-life stories of courage, change, and new beginnings. In this engaging class, we’ll explore what it means to move from one place to another.

Through interactive activities, discussions, and powerful storytelling, you’ll discover:

• The difference between immigration, migration, and asylum
• Why people leave their countries—whether for opportunity, family, or safety
• How countries respond to newcomers and how communities can support them

We will walk in someone else’s shoes through stories, and reflect on fairness, empathy, and human rights. Along the way, we’ll connect these global stories to our own communities and experiences. Each student will design and create their own museum exhibit.

This class will be great for thoughtful, curious teens ready to explore big questions about belonging, identity, and what it means to find a place to call home.

Teacher:  Danny Alvey    Age:  12-18 yrs old    Length:  1st & 2nd Semester

Get ready to become the hero of your own story! In this exciting writing class, students will dive into the epic world of storytelling by exploring the 12 steps of the Hero’s Journey—the same storytelling structure used in many of your favorite books, movies, and myths.  

Along the way, we’ll explore well-known tales, break down what makes them so powerful, and uncover the patterns behind unforgettable characters and plots. Then, it’s your turn: students will craft their own original stories, developing heroes, villains, and entire worlds using the Hero’s Journey as their guide. 

Whether you love fantasy, action, mystery, or real-life-inspired stories, this class will help you unlock your creativity, build confidence as a writer, and have fun bringing your imagination to life. Adventure awaits—are you ready to answer the call?