Championing Character - Homeschool Classes
Location: Colonial Oaks Park, Sarasota, FL beginning every Wednesday starting on September 3, 2025.
We’re excited to offer two engaging classes that help kids build character, strengthen communication skills, and grow in confidence. Starting in September, sessions will be held every Wedneday in a gym and classroom setting. The classes are led by Kevin and Nicole Anselmo (bios below). Championing Character homeschool classes are faith-based (Christian) and offered through Championing Character LLC.
For both classes, parents are welcome to drop off their children or to join us. There is potential for us to offer other classes in the future.
*Descriptions for each class are below.
** 25% off for siblings. Not happy with the classes? No problem - we will provide a refund for that day’s session.
*** We are in the process of getting our program approved for the Step Up for Students scholarship, which will allow you to pay for classes directly through the Marketplace.
✨ 1. Careers, Communication & Connection
Wednesdays | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Grades 5–12 | Class will run throughout the 2025-2026 academic year.
OVERVIEW
An interactive program that blends career exploration, communication and community-building.
Part I – Career Exploration: After opening with prayer, we will engage in a conversation with local professionals
Part II – Communication: Career-related writing assignment tailored to different age levels.
Part III – Connect: Let’s continue discussions over lunch - bring your own or order pizza. There will also be time for free play - board games, crafts, basketball, four square and more.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Gain exposure to a variety of career paths through conversations with local professionals
Enhance understanding about the character and ethics needed to succeed in different jobs
Develop age-appropriate written communication skills through career-themed writing assignments
Build confidence in asking questions and engaging in group discussions
Strengthen peer relationships through collaborative games and activities
Syllabus coming soon.
Facilitators: Kevin & Nicole Anselmo
Fee: $99 per month. One month commitment required. After this first month, cancel or continue as long as it serves your child / family well.
🏀 2. Basketball Leadership Class
Wednesdays | 12:45 PM – 2:15 PM | Grades 5–12 | Class will run throughout the 2025-2026 academic year.
OVERVIEW
A small-group training experience individually personalized for players of various skills levels. Focus on character, leadership and basketball skills. Max 8 students. Some basketball experience required.
Part I: Faith-based sports devotionals
Part II: Skill development through repetitive drills customized for each player’s level and improvement goals
Part III: Move to a classroom setting to focus on leadership and mindset development through discussion, videos, guest speakers and assignments
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Deepen understanding of Christian values through sports-themed devotionals
Take your basketball game to the next level
Build mental toughness and growth mindset strategies for on and off the court
Learn to set and achieve individual goals
Develop leadership qualities
Syllabus coming soon.
Facilitator: Kevin Anselmo
Fee: $99 per month. One month commitment required. After this first month, cancel or continue as long as it serves your child / family well.
👥 Meet the Instructors
Kevin Anselmo
Kevin is a communications consultant and workshop presenter who has worked with leading academic institutions such as Duke University, London Business School, the Center for Creative Leadership as well as various multi-national companies. He has extensive experience supporting clients in the executive education and leadership development spaces. He started Global Innovators Academy, a program in which students interview professionals and create written content based on those conversations. He taught this program for students at Southern New Hampshire University.
A long-time youth basketball coach, Kevin has been in communications leadership roles for the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) in Germany and the International Baseball Federation in Switzerland. He has authored two books: Championing Character: The Playbook for Parents to Support Your Child’s Groth through Youth Sports and Reframing Career Success: Picture Your Significance at Work from a Christian Perspective.
Nicole Anselmo
Originally from Rhode Island, Nicole Anselmo is a teacher at Community Day School. She holds a degree in Psychology from Rhode Island College in Providence, an AMS Montessori Certification from CMTE-NC in Charlotte, NC, and a Florida professional teaching certification. Before joining CDS, Nicole lived abroad and spent eight years in various roles within Montessori education, including serving on the Board of Directors at Pinewoods Montessori School in North Carolina.
Nicole is passionate about the project-based learning approach. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in educational leadership.
Kevin and Nicole met while living in Switzerland. They have been homeschooling their two sons in various formats over the past three years.
🎯Mission
Our goal is to help students grow in character and competence. We do this through integrating sports, career exploration, real-world communication and leadership development — all through a Christian, faith-based lens. A person can have amazing talents, but without character and the right mentality, those gifts won’t be fully utilized. In the worst case, they can be wasted. Let’s champion kids’ character growth with the hope that this will guide and sustain them through all of life’s ups and downs.
🧭Values
Christian ✝️ – perspective. (We welcome students and families in our community who may not share our faith).
Character 💪 – Prioritizing life skills that can be applied in various walks of life.
Curiosity 🧠 – Encouraging students to ask questions, explore and grow.
Community 👨👩👧👦 – Creating space for connection.
To support our values, students are not permitted to have access to unsupervised screens.
🤝 Partner
Our vision at Championing Character is to one day offer our faith-based, high-quality and experiential classes at no or minimal cost to families. This would be made possible through the generous support of sponsors who partner with us in various ways. We believe many inspiring individuals and organizations in our community can play a role in helping us reach this goal. If you’re interested in discussing, text / call Kevin Anselmo 919 260 0035.
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Questions? Text / call Kevin Anselmo - 919 260 0035