All Classes Cancelled as of 4/21/21 since instructor broke her ankle!
Outdoor, In-Person Ecology
I will offer these classes again spring 2022 when the wildflowers are back!
Outdoor, In-Person Ecology
I will offer these classes again spring 2022 when the wildflowers are back!
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Outdoor In-Person Ecology
Let's get together outdoors and learn about the interactions between organisms and their surroundings!
This 3-class series will be held at Bass Lake Regional Park (next to Sellwood Field) in El Dorado Hills. Students will be out in the field learning about ecosystems, biotic/abiotic factors, symbiosis (mutualism/commensalism/parasitism), food webs, plant communities (chaparral/oak woodland), and plant/animal adaptations. This park has a very diverse population of plants and animals for us to observe. The week of March 22, we saw a slender salamander, centipede, horse hair worm, and lots of flowers and acorn woodpeckers, just to name a few!
COVID Safety Precautions: Social distancing and proper mask wearing are required, no exceptions. No see-through mesh/lace masks allowed. Students must comply with charter school/governmental guidelines. Parents and siblings not enrolled in class will need to remain separate from the class group.
Let's get together outdoors and learn about the interactions between organisms and their surroundings!
This 3-class series will be held at Bass Lake Regional Park (next to Sellwood Field) in El Dorado Hills. Students will be out in the field learning about ecosystems, biotic/abiotic factors, symbiosis (mutualism/commensalism/parasitism), food webs, plant communities (chaparral/oak woodland), and plant/animal adaptations. This park has a very diverse population of plants and animals for us to observe. The week of March 22, we saw a slender salamander, centipede, horse hair worm, and lots of flowers and acorn woodpeckers, just to name a few!
- Grades 4-8
- These classes are designed for older students. Due to the high demand for this class and the strict group number guidelines I need to follow, I will enroll mature 2nd and 3rd graders only if they are a sibling of an older student enrolled in the class. A parent must accompany 2nd and 3rd graders during the class. My goal in offering these classes is to get older children outside and discovering nature during the pandemic and I want to be able to support those older children first. I'm sorry I can't accommodate everyone! Kindergarteners and 1st graders will not be accepted this semester.
- High schoolers are welcome to join, too. (I have 2 high schoolers interested in their own class. Let me know if you'd be interested in a May high schooler session.)
- 3 - one-hour classes (3 weeks) (Class may go over 1 hour, so please don't have anything scheduled right after this class.)
- Class fee (3 weeks of class): $45 per student
- Maximum class size: 14 students (or combination of parents/students)
- Items for students to bring to class: comfortable closed-toed shoes, mask, water
- Suggested items: hat and binoculars (sometimes there is a bald eagle at the park!)
- Items provided: worksheets/sketch paper, pencil, clipboard, magnifying glass
COVID Safety Precautions: Social distancing and proper mask wearing are required, no exceptions. No see-through mesh/lace masks allowed. Students must comply with charter school/governmental guidelines. Parents and siblings not enrolled in class will need to remain separate from the class group.
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Class offerings (choose a day/time for your one time per week class):
Each sessions covers the same topics, so just select one session.
NOTE: If class is cancelled due to rain, makeup days will be on weekends, during spring break (3/29/21-4/9/21), or in later sessions. I am unable to give refunds for missed classes.
Mondays: (1) March 22, (2) March 29 or April 5, (3) April 12
Session 1A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Registration Closed)
Session 1B: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (Registration Closed)
Mondays: April 19, April 26, May 3
Session 2A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (FULL)
Session 2B: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (FULL)
Wednesdays, May 5, May 12, May 19
Session 3A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (1-2 spots open)
Session 3B: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (FULL)
Thursdays: May 6, May 13, May 20
Session 4A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Session 4B: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Registration Instructions:
To register for class, email the following information to lisahandsonscience@gmail.com or call me at 530-313-3789.
You will receive a confirmation email when your child is enrolled. If paying with charter school funds, please order you voucher after receiving enrollment confirmation.
Payment Information
If you have any questions, please call/text Lisa at 530-313-3789 or email at lisahandsonscience@gmail.com.
Each sessions covers the same topics, so just select one session.
NOTE: If class is cancelled due to rain, makeup days will be on weekends, during spring break (3/29/21-4/9/21), or in later sessions. I am unable to give refunds for missed classes.
Mondays: (1) March 22, (2) March 29 or April 5, (3) April 12
Session 1A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Registration Closed)
Session 1B: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (Registration Closed)
Mondays: April 19, April 26, May 3
Session 2A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (FULL)
Session 2B: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (FULL)
Wednesdays, May 5, May 12, May 19
Session 3A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (1-2 spots open)
Session 3B: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (FULL)
Thursdays: May 6, May 13, May 20
Session 4A: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Session 4B: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Registration Instructions:
To register for class, email the following information to lisahandsonscience@gmail.com or call me at 530-313-3789.
You will receive a confirmation email when your child is enrolled. If paying with charter school funds, please order you voucher after receiving enrollment confirmation.
- Student's first and last name
- Grade level
- Session number (e.g. Session 2B)
- Phone number
- Charter school name or paying out-of-pocket
- I need to know exactly how many people will be in each class. Please indicate if you will:
- accompanying your child in class
- be in the park, but completely separate from the class
- dropping your child off
Payment Information
- Payment is due one week before the session starts. If you are using charter school funds, please order a voucher immediately after receiveing the enrollment confirmation email.
- You can find me in the Feather River Charter School, Clarksville Charter School, and The Cottonwood School ordering system under "Hands-On Science" (must have dash). The certificate must read "OUTDOOR ACTIVITY".
- I also accept cash/check/Venmo.
If you have any questions, please call/text Lisa at 530-313-3789 or email at lisahandsonscience@gmail.com.
Wondering what parents think about Hands-On Science classes during the pandemic?
"My son, who avoids work like the plague, is dearly LOVING both the Chemistry and Astronomy classes that he’s taking with you this spring semester!! I AM OVERJOYED!!!!!!!! So from this momma’s heart to you, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!! - Traci C.- mother of 6th grader (online classes)
"OMG, my son loved the class!! He came running and said, "that was awesome!!" He showed us the food coloring thing and explained how atoms move...love it!! Thank you. A much needed excitement about learning. - Michelle N - parent of 5th grader
"I can't tell you how thrilled I am that our girls are taking your course!! They are learning so much and are really enjoying it. Thank you so much!!" - Mattea W. - parent of 4th and 6th graders
FB post: I have not seen my child THIS involved. Thanks to Hands-On Science. Lisa Hindmarsh is an excellent teacher. Students stay engaged because there is lots of hands on activity. He finished class and said want to know something amazing? That is a big win. Thank you Lisa. - Shankari A. - parent of 4th grader
"My son is now excited to take astronomy! You really have gotten him excited about science! - Katie C. - parent of 5th grader
"Thank you very much for teaching such a thorough and fun chemistry class. My daughter loved it! I appreciate all the work that you put into it! We will see you next week!" - Karen H., parent of 5th grader
"My daughter has been loving the chemistry class and we'd like to register for more of your upcoming classes. We never got to do an in person class with you, but I've been really impressed with how well you've adapted these classes for zoom. The time and effort you've spent really show! - Alex L., parent of 4th grader.
"My son, who avoids work like the plague, is dearly LOVING both the Chemistry and Astronomy classes that he’s taking with you this spring semester!! I AM OVERJOYED!!!!!!!! So from this momma’s heart to you, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!! - Traci C.- mother of 6th grader (online classes)
"OMG, my son loved the class!! He came running and said, "that was awesome!!" He showed us the food coloring thing and explained how atoms move...love it!! Thank you. A much needed excitement about learning. - Michelle N - parent of 5th grader
"I can't tell you how thrilled I am that our girls are taking your course!! They are learning so much and are really enjoying it. Thank you so much!!" - Mattea W. - parent of 4th and 6th graders
FB post: I have not seen my child THIS involved. Thanks to Hands-On Science. Lisa Hindmarsh is an excellent teacher. Students stay engaged because there is lots of hands on activity. He finished class and said want to know something amazing? That is a big win. Thank you Lisa. - Shankari A. - parent of 4th grader
"My son is now excited to take astronomy! You really have gotten him excited about science! - Katie C. - parent of 5th grader
"Thank you very much for teaching such a thorough and fun chemistry class. My daughter loved it! I appreciate all the work that you put into it! We will see you next week!" - Karen H., parent of 5th grader
"My daughter has been loving the chemistry class and we'd like to register for more of your upcoming classes. We never got to do an in person class with you, but I've been really impressed with how well you've adapted these classes for zoom. The time and effort you've spent really show! - Alex L., parent of 4th grader.
