Dark History: Madmen, Movements, Murderers and More

Prepare to be amazed as you watch your differently-wired kiddo make real friends, explore this unique content, grow under the guidance of this expert mentor, and be seen in all their glory!

Why Take This Course?

😱 Are you fascinated by the untold stories lurking in the shadows of history? 

Dive into the depths of the past with Dark History: Madmen, Movements, Murderers, and More, a unique course that sheds light on the darker side of human history. From chilling tales of human and animal experimentation to the horrors of concentration camps, this class fearlessly explores the depths of the human experience.

Each week, we'll delve into different subjects, ranging from notorious serial killers to ruthless dictators. Uncover the secrets behind the father of propaganda, his connection to Hitler, and how he manipulated the United States into a conflict involving banana farmers.

Needless to say, Dark History is not your typical history class!

  • 😱 Are you fascinated by the untold stories lurking in the shadows of history?

    Dive into the depths of the past with Dark History: Madmen, Movements, Murderers, and More, a unique course that sheds light on the darker side of human history. From chilling tales of human and animal experimentation to the horrors of concentration camps, this class fearlessly explores the depths of the human experience.

    Each week, we'll delve into different subjects, ranging from notorious serial killers to ruthless dictators. Uncover the secrets behind the father of propaganda, his connection to Hitler, and how he manipulated the United States into a conflict involving banana farmers.

    Dark History is not your typical history class; it's an immersive and thought-provoking journey into the underbelly of our past. Within a safe and trusting environment, we come together to explore these weighty topics, providing the necessary context for a deeper understanding. In this course, we create a space where students can process their thoughts, ask profound questions, share their emotions, check-in with one another, and embark on a voyage of exploration.

    Throughout Dark History, we will fearlessly delve into subjects such as murder, atrocities, violence, and everything in between.

    To ensure a supportive learning environment, each class will begin with a trigger warning list, enabling students to prepare themselves for the content that will be discussed.

    If you are eager to uncover the enigmatic and sinister aspects of history, I invite you to join me in Dark History. Together, we will navigate the darkest corners of our past, shedding light on the stories that have long been concealed. Prepare yourself for gripping discussions and revelations that will challenge your perceptions of the world we inhabit. There is a wealth of intriguing and unsettling topics awaiting exploration.

    Enroll now and embark on this gripping journey into the haunting recesses of history.

  • Course takers will bolster their historical knowledge, and be exposed to unique content in a fresh and engaging way, with highlights from around the world and throughout time!

  • Internet connection and enthusiasm to learn more about history mysteries!

 

Ages: 13-18

Class size: Maximum- 8 Students

Level: All Levels!

Price Per Session: $39

Our Promise To You

Satisfaction Guarantee:

Your child must attend the class in question to qualify.

If you’re not 100% IN LOVE with your courses, here are your options:

  • Refund requests must be received up to 24 hours after the first course begins to do one of the following options:

    • transfer to another course of the same price

    • get a 100% refund credit toward a future class

    • get a 75% money-back to the original payment method

  • The deposit made at the time of enrollment is non-refundable. 

    Cancellation options are:

    Payment plan: Cancellation requests received up to 24 hours after the first course begins will stop any future payments.

    Any cancellation requests beyond that require a 30-day notice to stop the membership/billing.

    Paid in full:

    Cancellation requests require a 30-day notice.

    The remaining balance at the end of the 30-day cancellation period can be used to transfer to another class or be converted to credit toward a future class.

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What Our Parents Say…

  • “Nicole is the best! Our son loves this class every and feels like he’s really found his people! We’re thrilled and love seeing him so happy!”

    -Matt

  • “I have never seen teachers with more passion, energy, and support than I have at Young Scholars Academy. I don't know how they do it. They are truly the best! These are the best teachers we've ever had!”

    -Crystal

  • “My kiddo actually jumps out of her seat at the end of each session. Nicole is literally connecting these kids in a way this is just incredible! So thankful!”

    -Steph

Meet Your Mentor

Nicole Pauling, M. Ed.

I specialize in fun and sometimes scary history. I love to tell a good story. I love to create a tale in such a way that you are drawn in and you don't necessarily realize that you are sitting in a classroom. I also love to laugh. I love to be creative and design opportunities for students to connect to other students. I am a foster parent, mom, serial entrepreneur, artist, case worker, author, mom, and teacher.

Educationally, I have degrees in Sociology, Psychology, philosophy, and criminal justice and I recently completed my Master's in Education program and am getting my history certifications. I have run a domestic violence shelter, worked on mental health in a hospital, and did drop out prevention. I worked in the "field" for over a decade before going into business for myself. A lot of my work with children has involved teaching them how to evaluate, plan, and use logic to understand the world, events, and consequences. Critical thinking is a skill that I encourage and like to build into my classes as well as flexible thinking as both are essential life skills. I am also a published author and have been writing books, poetry, and for newspapers and magazines for over 30 years. I am a certified Common Sense Educator and have training in internet safety and working with students on digital citizenship.

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Questions Asked By Fellow Parents

  • 4 KEY things:

    1- A focus on the positive! We don’t focus on what students aren’t doing, we support what they are and we know the rest will come. We develop strengths, interests, and relationships. We build students up so they can build a better world! And do it with the new friends they make in our program!

    2- Like-minded neurodivergent peers. Our asynchronous students need one another and YSA is a safe haven for these kiddos to connect around their asynchronies, quirks, and interests. We’re a place where they can be their authentic selves and make friends while doing so!

    3- Passionate, masterful neurodivergent mentors who have walked the walk and can authentically validate and support your child with personal experience and care AND expertise as we all have advanced masters + degrees

    4-Content your students care about taught in a way they love! We offer the courses they need to be taking, not the ones they’re required to take.

    Come by and see for yourself!

  • Please don’t confuse reactive “distance learning” and virtual enrichment programming. After all, a student who is completely fried from a boring zoom class is often quick to pick up a tablet or phone, right?

    Our courses are not at all the same animal =)

  • THIS IS A SATISFACTION GUARANTEE, so your child must attend the class in question to qualify.

    If you’re not 100% IN LOVE with your courses, here are your options:

    1- 8-Week Courses Refund requests must be received up to 24 hours after the first course begins to do one of the following options: 

    Payment plan or Paid in full- 3 options: transfer to another course of the same price, get a 100% refund credit toward a future class, or get a 75% money-back to the original payment method. 

    2-  16+ Week CoursesThe deposit made at the time of enrollment is non-refundable. Cancellation options are:

    Payment plan- Cancellation requests received up to 24 hours after the first course begins will stop any future payments. Any cancellation requests beyond that require a 30-day notice to stop the membership/billing.

    Paid in full- Cancellation requests require a 30-day notice. The remaining balance at the end of the 30-day cancellation period can be used to transfer to another class or be converted to credit toward a future class.

    Please read the description of each course before enrolling.

  • We do! We have 3 kinds:

    1- Word of mouth: 25% off- we know that the best way to reach new families is word of mouth. When you help another family enroll in a YSA class and they name you at checkout, you will get 25% off the cost of the course you’re currently enrolled in once they stay past the refund period. Note— this applies to all regular courses, BUT only applies to the first month of membership courses.

    2- Multi-sibling: 10% off- We believe in supporting whole families and we are willing to put our money where our mouth is! When you sign-up 2 or more kiddos you will receive 10% off. Note— this does not apply to our membership courses.

    3-Multi-course: 10% off- To fully serve your family, we hope to provide your child with all the courses they dream of taking! To make this more affordable, when you enroll in 3 or more classes, you will receive 10% off. Note— this does not apply to our membership courses.

  • Of course!

    As we like to say, if you’re on our site, you’re in the right place.

    Our programming is for students who are not being supported or challenged enough in school.

    If you have an asynchronous kiddo who you know has strengths and struggles, our courses are for your child.

  • 2e students experience such asynchronous development that it proves difficult to have hard age limits.

    We often evaluate students on a case by case basis =)

    Please email us and we’ll discuss: sam@youngscholarsacademy.org

  • All of our programs are 100% virtual. This allows us to bring together the twice-exceptional/neurodivergent students of the world, connect them, and nurture them!

    Your child may very well enter a 6-person class with 5 other students from 5 different states/countries!

    Cool, right?