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Christian Homeschool Students: Opens July 24
Mercy Prep Fridays: Enrich. Explore. Excel.
Students will explore a world of artistic expression, cultivate technical skills, and embark on an inspiring journey of self-discovery under the guidance of talented professionals. Classes are held on Fridays and are open to Mercy Prep students and the Christian homeschool community.
Students may dress casually on Fridays, wearing jeans or uniform bottoms paired with a Mercy Prep spirit shirt (available here for youth sizes and here for adult sizes) and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes.
Fall 2026 Classes
Stretch n Grow
Offered in partnership with Stretch-n-Grow, each exciting 85-minute class combines their signature fitness programs into one high-energy experience. Students will build coordination, rhythm, and healthy habits through a fun blend of physical activity and early music education—designed to keep young learners moving, learning, and engaged from start to finish. Choose one or both classes!
- Instructor: Elizabeth Threadgill
- Grades: PK-K
- Dates: Sept 18- Nov 20
- Time: Fridays
- 9am-10:25am (All-Star Sports & Dance)
- 10:30am-11:55am (Fitness and Stretching)
- Cost: $225/class

Art Elements & Principles
Our Friday Art Class invites students to explore their creativity through a variety of mediums and techniques. From drawing and painting to mixed media projects, students learn foundational art skills while expressing themselves in fun, hands-on ways. This class fosters imagination, confidence, and a love for creating.
- Instructor: Meghan Claunch
- Grades: K-2nd & 3rd-5th
- Dates: Sept 18 – Nov 20
- Time: Friday
- K-2nd: 9am-10:25am
- 3rd-5th: 10:30am – 11:55am
- Cost: $225 includes class time and supplies.
Poetry
This interactive class is divided into three segments: suffix exercises, rhyme identification, and guided poem creation, all designed to inspire creativity and develop poetic skills. Students explore the art of rhyme and self-expression with content tailored to their grade level.
- Instructor: Jeffrey Lynch
- Grades: 3rd-5th & 6th-12th
- Dates: Sept 18 – Nov 20
- Time: Fridays
- 3rd-5th: 9am-10:25am
- 6th-9th: 10:30am-11:55am
- Cost: $225 includes class time and supplies
STEM
Our Friday STEM Class invites students to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through engaging, hands-on activities and real-world challenges. From designing and building to experimenting and problem-solving, students develop critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills while discovering the excitement of innovation. This class fosters curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
- Instructor: Brittni Dunbar
- Grades: 3rd-5th & 6th-9th
- Dates: Sept 18 – Nov 20
- Time: Friday
- 6th-9th: 9am-10:25am
- 3rd-5th: 10:30am – 11:55am
- Cost: $225 includes class time and supplies.
One Act Play
A performance-based theatre class for students who are ready to develop their acting skills through rehearsal and live performance. Enrollment is by audition. Students selected for the cast will work collaboratively to prepare a one-act production for competition, building confidence, stage presence, creativity, and teamwork along the way.
Please note that participation requires a commitment to rehearsals and performances. Students selected for the competition cast will be expected to travel to the state competition, currently anticipated for December 10–11 (final details and location are TBD).
- Instructor: Dr. Khristy Strange
- Grades: 6th-12th (audition required – Aug 21 or 28)
- Dates: Sept 18- Nov 20 & Dec 4
- Time: Fridays 9am-11:55am
- Cost: $295 includes class time
SAT Prep
Designed to help students build the skills and confidence needed for success on the SAT. Through focused instruction, practice questions, and proven test-taking strategies, students will strengthen their reading, writing, and math skills while becoming familiar with the format and pacing of the exam.
- Instructor: Greg Springer/Arin Harrison
- Grades: 9th-12th
- Dates: Sept 18 – Nov 20
- Time: Friday 10:30am-11:25am
- Cost: $225 includes class time and supplies.
