Wes Koerner, Mona Koerner, Logan Koerner
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Wes Koerner holds a B.A. in History from the University of New Mexico. He is also a certified teacher, U.S. Army Veteran, and New Mexico Native with a love and passion for the land of Enchantment. He teaches New Mexico History, Geography, World History with Geography, and Kickball.
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Mona Koerner is a home educating mom who holds an MBA and Ph.D. in Political Economy. She has over twenty years experience in public administration, finance, grant-writing, and non-profit sector development. She teaches Personal Finance; Economics; Bible; Interactive US Government; Faith, Literature and Harry Potter; Social Justice, Political Philosophy and Harry Potter, and has assisted in Lego Builders: Cityscapes, Greatest Among Us Leadership, Art through Stories and Scripture, and KinderCraft and Science, Craft and Science 1, and has directed Math Camp, Rocketry Workshop, Summer Intensive, S.T.U.F.F.
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Logan Koerner
Logan is a home educated graduate who loves people and loves hands on learning. She has co-taught Art Through Stories and Scripture, KinderCraft and Science, Craft and Science 1, First Lego League, Jr., Games with the Koerner, and Lego Builders: Cityscapes. She has independently developed and taught Mediterranean Cruise: Passport to Geography, This is the Day... a Celebration of Holidays, Road Trip:USA, and Logo's Interactive Theater. She has also published a novel, Extra Ordynary for young adults available on Amazon. Your honest review is appreciated. She is working on her second novel. 
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Our Refund Policy: We are happy to have you come sample a class for free before you pay for it or we will provide refunds after the first day of class if you find it is not appropriate for your student. However, after the first week of class we will not issue refunds except in extreme circumstances because we make the decision to hold a class based on the number of students present the first week and in cases where we purchase materials for the class we will not issue refunds. We encourage you to call us to discuss any of our classes before you register 505-890-0982.
2023-2024 Classes
Times Tales
Tuesdays 10:00 - 10:30
September 5- October 17, 2023
Students will begin learning their multiplication tables through stories and games. Best for students who have not already started learning multiplication. Younger students memorize the facts through story BEFORE they understand it's 'math'.
Best for 5-8 year olds
Tuesdays 10:00 - 10:30
September 5- October 17, 2023
Students will begin learning their multiplication tables through stories and games. Best for students who have not already started learning multiplication. Younger students memorize the facts through story BEFORE they understand it's 'math'.
Best for 5-8 year olds
Where are all the Heroes?
Tuesdays 11:30 - 12:30
September 5, 2023 - December 12, 2023
Eric Metaxas laments that we no longer have any heroes. Lawrence W. Reed emphasizes the importance of character for a free society. A hero is an ordinary person who demonstrates strength of mind in regard to danger. They are ordinary men who have done extraordinary things. Thus, they are men (or women) that are worthy of imitation. However, such examples are few and far between for this generation. Our current generation doesn't even understand what it is to be a hero as evidenced by the fact that the dictionary definition of a hero has changed since the early 1800s. Heroes are those that inspire us to do better, to be better, and to pursue greater things.
For Ages 9+
Tuesdays 11:30 - 12:30
September 5, 2023 - December 12, 2023
Eric Metaxas laments that we no longer have any heroes. Lawrence W. Reed emphasizes the importance of character for a free society. A hero is an ordinary person who demonstrates strength of mind in regard to danger. They are ordinary men who have done extraordinary things. Thus, they are men (or women) that are worthy of imitation. However, such examples are few and far between for this generation. Our current generation doesn't even understand what it is to be a hero as evidenced by the fact that the dictionary definition of a hero has changed since the early 1800s. Heroes are those that inspire us to do better, to be better, and to pursue greater things.
For Ages 9+
Tebraska
Tuesdays 1:30 - 2:30
September 5, 2023 - December 12, 2023
The scenario is that the US has been destroyed - all but the area from south Texas north to Nebraska which is now an island itself. Students have the job of rebuilding society. They will write a Constitution, as well as the history of the area, develop an economic plan, a foreign policy, explore archeology, develop or rediscover art and culture. It's the ultimate unit study that students create themselves!
Tuesdays 1:30 - 2:30
September 5, 2023 - December 12, 2023
The scenario is that the US has been destroyed - all but the area from south Texas north to Nebraska which is now an island itself. Students have the job of rebuilding society. They will write a Constitution, as well as the history of the area, develop an economic plan, a foreign policy, explore archeology, develop or rediscover art and culture. It's the ultimate unit study that students create themselves!
Mem Gym
Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:00
September 6, 2023 - December 13, 2023
Consistent with the classical model of education, the grammar stage (elementary years) is when kids soak up facts and can memorize anything. Now is the time to cement those facts in their brains. This class will focus on memorizing important facts for recall later in life.
For Ages 5-8
Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:00
September 6, 2023 - December 13, 2023
Consistent with the classical model of education, the grammar stage (elementary years) is when kids soak up facts and can memorize anything. Now is the time to cement those facts in their brains. This class will focus on memorizing important facts for recall later in life.
For Ages 5-8
Introduction to Personal Finance
Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:30
September 6, 2023 - December 13, 2023
Consistent with the classical model of education, the grammar stage (elementary years) is when kids soak up facts and can memorize anything. Now is the time to cement those facts in their brains. This class will focus on memorizing important facts for recall later in life.
For Ages 11-14
Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:30
September 6, 2023 - December 13, 2023
Consistent with the classical model of education, the grammar stage (elementary years) is when kids soak up facts and can memorize anything. Now is the time to cement those facts in their brains. This class will focus on memorizing important facts for recall later in life.
For Ages 11-14
Creative Drama
Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:00
September 6, 2023 - December 6, 2023
Exciting Student Performance Class - students will perform, develop costuming, and set build while learning about the judicial process using a court room drama script. Students are expected to participate and cooperate. Mature students only, please. Students will need to provide their own costume attire, such as a business suit. Rehearsals outside of class time may be necessary.
Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:00
September 6, 2023 - December 6, 2023
Exciting Student Performance Class - students will perform, develop costuming, and set build while learning about the judicial process using a court room drama script. Students are expected to participate and cooperate. Mature students only, please. Students will need to provide their own costume attire, such as a business suit. Rehearsals outside of class time may be necessary.
Study Hall
Wednesdays 10:00 - 12:00
September 6, 2023 - December 13, 2023
Students with a gap in their schedule must register for supervised study hall. Students should bring study or reading material.
Wednesdays 10:00 - 12:00
September 6, 2023 - December 13, 2023
Students with a gap in their schedule must register for supervised study hall. Students should bring study or reading material.
Politics, Economics and Society through Movies
Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:30
January 10, 2024 - May 1, 2024
What is a filibuster? Do you know what double indemnity is? What does a lobbyist do? What is eminent domain? a picket line? Is evolution science or religion? What is arbitrage? a margin call? Who is John Galt?Older students will watch movies related to important societal issues and discuss those issues as a group. Students will be challenged to think critically and compare their own thinking to the world view and a Biblical worldview. Mature topics. Students may also have homework to watch movies at home - so set aside a weekly family movie night and time to discuss it!
For Ages 14+
Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:30
January 10, 2024 - May 1, 2024
What is a filibuster? Do you know what double indemnity is? What does a lobbyist do? What is eminent domain? a picket line? Is evolution science or religion? What is arbitrage? a margin call? Who is John Galt?Older students will watch movies related to important societal issues and discuss those issues as a group. Students will be challenged to think critically and compare their own thinking to the world view and a Biblical worldview. Mature topics. Students may also have homework to watch movies at home - so set aside a weekly family movie night and time to discuss it!
For Ages 14+
2022 -2023 Classes
Mediterranean Cruise: Passport to Geography
Wednesdays, 11:00 - 12:00
March 1, 2023 - May 17, 2023
Set Sail on a Mediterranean Adventure!
We will embark on a trip around the Mediterranean discovering nine different countries as we go. Get your passports ready as we learn about the culture, language, customs, dress, flags and food of Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Tunisia, the Balkans, Morocco and more!
Wednesdays, 11:00 - 12:00
March 1, 2023 - May 17, 2023
Set Sail on a Mediterranean Adventure!
We will embark on a trip around the Mediterranean discovering nine different countries as we go. Get your passports ready as we learn about the culture, language, customs, dress, flags and food of Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Tunisia, the Balkans, Morocco and more!
You Be the Judge!
Tuesdays 1:00-2:30
March 7, 2023 - May 9, 2023
Ages 12-19
Students will read about true cases of teen crime and the available responses that the Judge had in sentencing them and discuss how they would rule. In the process, students learn about how the law affects them and (hopefully) how to avoid the Juvenile Justice system.
Tuesdays 1:00-2:30
March 7, 2023 - May 9, 2023
Ages 12-19
Students will read about true cases of teen crime and the available responses that the Judge had in sentencing them and discuss how they would rule. In the process, students learn about how the law affects them and (hopefully) how to avoid the Juvenile Justice system.
Mem Gym
Tuesdays, 9:00- 9:30
September 27, 2022 - November 29, 2022
Wednesdays 10:30-11:00
March 7, 2023 - May 9, 2023
Ages 5-12
We will use songs, games, competition, flashcards, projects and activities to memorize important information. Presidents, States & Capitals, Greek Alphabet, Bones of the body...
Tuesdays, 9:00- 9:30
September 27, 2022 - November 29, 2022
Wednesdays 10:30-11:00
March 7, 2023 - May 9, 2023
Ages 5-12
We will use songs, games, competition, flashcards, projects and activities to memorize important information. Presidents, States & Capitals, Greek Alphabet, Bones of the body...
KinderCraft and Science
Tuesdays 10:00 - 11:00
September 27, 2022 - November 2022
Ages 4-6
The goal of this class is for young students to have fun exploring the physical wonders of God's creation through hands-on crafts and projects. We will build rockets, erupt volcanoes, play with robots, mix colors, paint, create, design, listen to read alouds, write the letters of the alphabet, and learn about dinosaurs and fossils from a Biblical Worldview.
Tuesdays 10:00 - 11:00
September 27, 2022 - November 2022
Ages 4-6
The goal of this class is for young students to have fun exploring the physical wonders of God's creation through hands-on crafts and projects. We will build rockets, erupt volcanoes, play with robots, mix colors, paint, create, design, listen to read alouds, write the letters of the alphabet, and learn about dinosaurs and fossils from a Biblical Worldview.
Mock Trial
Tuesdays, 1:00 - 2:30
September 27, 2022 - February 21, 2023
Ages 14-19
High school students will participate in various roles to conduct a mock trial. Students will learn the judicial process of a civil trial. Teams will include: attorneys for the plaintiff, attorneys for the defendant, and compete before a guest judge. Students may also play the roles of jury, witnesses, courtroom journalist, or courtroom artist.
Tuesdays, 1:00 - 2:30
September 27, 2022 - February 21, 2023
Ages 14-19
High school students will participate in various roles to conduct a mock trial. Students will learn the judicial process of a civil trial. Teams will include: attorneys for the plaintiff, attorneys for the defendant, and compete before a guest judge. Students may also play the roles of jury, witnesses, courtroom journalist, or courtroom artist.
Faith, Literature and Harry Potter
Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:25
September 7, 2022 - December 7, 2022
Ages 11+
What is literature? How does it point us to truth? Do stories have the power to transform us? In this class we will explore whether Harry Potter is literature or not. We will compare it to the Bible and other literature such as Chronicles of Narnia, Lord of the Rings, Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz, Emma, Shakespeare, Grimm Fairy Tales, and the Arthurian legends. We will explore literary references, narrative structure, use of hero’s journey, characterization, and Christian symbolism as well as references to faith and spiritual transformation and good vs. evil. In doing so, students will be challenged to reflect on their own faith and beliefs and the state of their own spiritual journey. Students are expected to bring a Bible to class.
Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:25
September 7, 2022 - December 7, 2022
Ages 11+
What is literature? How does it point us to truth? Do stories have the power to transform us? In this class we will explore whether Harry Potter is literature or not. We will compare it to the Bible and other literature such as Chronicles of Narnia, Lord of the Rings, Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz, Emma, Shakespeare, Grimm Fairy Tales, and the Arthurian legends. We will explore literary references, narrative structure, use of hero’s journey, characterization, and Christian symbolism as well as references to faith and spiritual transformation and good vs. evil. In doing so, students will be challenged to reflect on their own faith and beliefs and the state of their own spiritual journey. Students are expected to bring a Bible to class.
Consumer Math
Wednesday 1:00 - 2:30
September 7, 2022 - May 17, 2023
Ages 16-20
Consumer Math helps students develop the knowledge and skills they need to successfully handle their personal finances. Topics include developing a budget, filing taxes, and planning a vacation. Stewardship & Scripture features encourage students to view their handling of money in light of scriptural teaching.
Students will choose jobs and get paid and have to handle their finances appropriately including checking their mail, balancing their checkbooks, paying bills, getting to "work" (class) on time. Students will have virtual money to invest in a stock-market simulation. Field Trips will complement in-class learning.
Wednesday 1:00 - 2:30
September 7, 2022 - May 17, 2023
Ages 16-20
Consumer Math helps students develop the knowledge and skills they need to successfully handle their personal finances. Topics include developing a budget, filing taxes, and planning a vacation. Stewardship & Scripture features encourage students to view their handling of money in light of scriptural teaching.
Students will choose jobs and get paid and have to handle their finances appropriately including checking their mail, balancing their checkbooks, paying bills, getting to "work" (class) on time. Students will have virtual money to invest in a stock-market simulation. Field Trips will complement in-class learning.
Interactive US Government
Thursdays, Redemption Hill
September 8, 2022 - December 15, 2022
10:00 - 12:00
A study of US Constitution with emphasis on how the three branches of government operate.
Thursdays, Redemption Hill
September 8, 2022 - December 15, 2022
10:00 - 12:00
A study of US Constitution with emphasis on how the three branches of government operate.