Joyful Horizons

Looking for engaging educational options for your homeschoolers? Joyful Horizons, a Richmond-based business specializing in education for homeschooling families, is offering two exciting in-person classes starting in January:

Movie-Making Class (Ages 10–14)

- Dive into the world of film!
- Learn screenwriting, acting, filming, and editing.
- Create a short film from start to finish in a supportive, creative environment.
- 16 weeks, meets weekly for two hours.

Spanish for Beginners (Ages 8–12)

- Explore the basics of Spanish through fun activities, games, and real-world practice.
- Build confidence in language skills while having fun with peers.
- 7 weeks, meets weekly for 1.5 hours.

Joyful Horizons is led by Jessie Blake, an experienced educator with 14 years of teaching expertise, including serving as the director of a multi-age middle school. Known for creating personalized, joyful learning experiences, Joyful Horizons helps kids thrive and inspires confidence.

Here's what one parent had to say:
"Jessie has a remarkable ability to connect with each child, meeting them where they are and nurturing their growth. My kids, who are both curious and creative, thrived learning with her. Jessie's energetic teaching style transformed mundane subjects into engaging learning experiences, which sparked their enthusiasm for learning. They often said, 'Jessie can make learning anything exciting!'" – Sarah from Underhill

In addition to classes, Joyful Horizons offers personalized consulting services to support homeschooling families. Whether you're new to homeschooling, need guidance navigating challenges, or want creative ways to inspire your children, Joyful Horizons is here to help.

To learn more or sign up for classes, visit www.joyfulhorizons.org.