September 19, 2007

Bible Class
My teaching style is very animated and involves the students heavily. I am not thrilled about just doing 'lectures'. We are learning the geography of the land of Christ right now. We stand and draw the map on the floor and are moving our hands and are trying to make it so that they will have a picture in their mind of the lesson rather than just having facts to quote. I would like them to say at the end of the class that they 'went to the Holy Land'.

Scripture Memory
The scripture memory will take different forms. Sometimes they are to get different signatures from different people. This is to help them learn the verse, help them be able to clearly communicate it to others, and give a break from just looking at a card. It also can help those who would not go to church to hear some of the scriptures and the commitment that you and your family have to them.
Sometimes ther will speak them dramatically. Other times they will have actiontests to see how well they understand the passage. It will be a time of exciting learning.

Don't let the kids stress out. They are winners and will succeed.

Ken Stevens, Bible and Computer


My cell number is 248-345-5524 and you may call it any time. If I am busy I will call you back as soon as possible.

Monday Sept 10, 2007

What an Incredible Week
The first day of school an all that goes with it was truly exciting. I had the opportunity to get to meet many new students. I am excited at the amount of desire and creativity I hae found in the students. This is my first year here at Livingston Christian Schools. Last year I substituted a little and enjoyed that. This year brings a different challenge. My goal this year is to bring out the best in your students. That is a huge goal. Your students are very brilliant.

This week we will experience PICTURE DAY. September 11 will be picture day. Each student was given an envelope for pictures. That information should be filled out and returned to the school on TUESDAY, SEPTEMER 11. Lifetouch Portraits will be handling the pictures for the school.

Homework
Homework for each class is given throughout the week. Each student is responsible for their own work. If I notice that a student in deficient in their homework I will call the home. Homework is essential for further practicing of concepts learned in the class, learning different applications of things learned in class, or preparation for things coming up in class.

PARENTS
Some of you have expressed a desire for a short time presentation on Basic Computer Skills, Security and the Internet, Working with Photos, Searching Genealogies, etc. If there is enough request I will offer these classes at a time convient for you. Please let me know of your interest.
kstevens@livingstonchristianschools.org. I appreciate the face to face meetings with the parents. I am also open to your phone calls. Cell 248-345-5524 Home 517-552-1264 (Howell)

Dynamic Doodles

September 2007
Welcome to a new and exciting New School Year. My name is Ken Stevens. This is where I will be posting news events and different items related to your success in the school year. There may even be challenges for you to respond to. Please check this blog on a regular basis.

Things to bring to class: (may not have been listed with the regular supplies)
1. Positive attitude about learning and encouraging others to learn
2. Creative Mind ready to be challenged and to challenge to excel


This blog will be the main source of classroom information. I am seeking to blog weekly. If you need to contact me personally for any information or you also have ideas to share please contact me at:

kstevens@livingstonchristianschools.org

cell: 248-345-5524 home: 517-552-1264 (Howell phone, Hartland area)

Some parents have already expressed the desire to learn about security issues for home computers, basic computer assistance, and other ideas. If you have an idea let me know.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

I am married to Beth, 32 years in Oct. We have 4 children (3 boys, 1 girl) and 3 grand children. My oldest son is 30 and my youngest son is 17 and attends Hartland. I have taught computers at 2 home school umbrella programs, Novi Christian, Wixom Christian, Hidden Springs, Brighton Community Ed, as well as private business services.

I truly enjoy music. I play the brass, woodwinds, keyboard, guitar, etc.
I also enjoy working with wood, making jewelry, pottery on the wheel, cooking, etc. I enjoy business consulting as well as business development. I have a window cleaning/powerwashing company. I also am a Certified Massage Therapist. (Healthy Hands). Some people say that whether I am serving as a Pastor, Massage Therapist or Window Cleaning - I am always dealing with people's pains/panes.

I have also served as a pastor for more than 32 years, Chaplain for Novi Police 4 years, Civil Air Patrol Chaplain 2 years, Chaplain at Livingston County Jail 1998-2005.

I have also taught at Michigan School for the Deaf, and helped to establish 6 different deaf ministries. God has used me to help in the starting and growing of 4 churches. Currently I also teach Community Bible Study on Amos and Isaiah on Thursday evenings. We meet at the Brighton Wesleyan Church.

I am truly excited about serving the Lord together with the incredible staff that God has assembled at Livingston Christian.

Ken Stevens