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| Academic Year | Class Title | Instructor Name | Class Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 3rd-5th Fun with Creative Arts | Chelsea Carbonell | Do art! Have fun! As a bonus, work on hand eye coordination, develop creative and problem solving skills, and develop artistic ability in the process! Every week, we will have a new art project for students to engage with. Kids are encouraged to think outside the box, follow directions, focus, discover, and create, all while learning art technique and pushing the limits of what they think they are capable of. We will explore color, form, positive and negative space, drawing from reference and life, landscape, seasonal art, and storybook art, among other art concepts and genres. We will use chalk and oil pastel, pencil, colored pencil, crayon, marker, glue, clay, watercolor, tempera, art papers, wood, and craft supplies. Included are some holiday and Biblical themed projects. We will open every class with prayer and focus on God being the ultimate creator and source of everything good. Ready to have fun with art? Let's go! Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: N/A Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Middle School PE: Having a Ball | Adair Kreft | This class will provide students with experience in playing a variety of popular sports such as soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, California kick ball, whiffle ball, broom ball, badminton, and ping pong, as well as many other games such as dodgeball, bucket ball, finger missiles, sabaki ball, capture the flag, sharks and minnows, and four square. In each class students will learn proper stretching technique and will then participate in either a warm-up activity or will practice a sport-specific skill before playing the sport or game of the day. There will be a regular challenge to students to consider how they can glorify God not just in athletics but in their daily life as well. Prerequisites: Positive attitude, willingness to be a team player, sportsmanlike conduct. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Academic Writing | Writing is like math because it is objective, but writing is not like math because it is subjective. This class provides students with the objective structure and subjective feedback needed to be successful writers. Its goals include teaching how to write a basic five paragraph essay, supplying tips to improve writing, and giving practice through a variety of assignments. Essay forms include expository, persuasive, literary analysis, opinion editorial, and college admissions essays. Coursework involves lecture, note taking, vocabulary, composition, peer editing, grammar review, and quizzes. Academic Writing qualifies as a high school English credit. This class is repeatable. Each year is unique and offers a variety of essay topics. Homework: Approximately 4 hours a week. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Acting Intensive | Kim Douglass | For the intermediate drama student and the beginner. Each class will focus on three areas of study: warm up and improvisation, technical skills, and production. Our Acting Intensive class will focus on more in-depth acting skills than our current Acting For The Stage, and Storybook Theatre classes. Areas of study will include monologue, script analysis, character development, movement, voice, and audition. Students will be allowed to choose material for study that matches their current skill level. For our studies in production we will spend the fall focusing on a particular style and genre of theatre culminating in a workshop style presentation in November. After that we will launch into rehearsal for a fully staged class production that will culminate in an afterschool performance in March. All students will be expected to come fully prepared for every class and ready to engage fellow classmates in an honest and productive environment. Students who wish to participate in the class on an intermediate level should expect weekly homework that may include listening or viewing assignments, reading, memorizing and research, up to 90 minutes per week. Students who participate at an intermediate level could consider this class as an acceptable ½ credit for a performing arts elective. All skill levels are welcome to join our Acting Intensive class, but regular class attendance and participation in the end of the year production are required. |
| 2018-19 | Advanced Chess Club | This is a class for those who need further advanced instruction, or want to play quality games with good opponents. Class sessions will consist of playing games, practicing on a chess clock, game analysis, and an advanced lesson twice a month. Also in class we will play through practice positions on clock, explore a variety of openings, and answer any questions about chess that students bring to class. Emphasis will be on enjoying this great game, while fine tuning your skills with advanced tips. Prerequisites: Students must have completed Intermediate or Advanced chess class. | |
| 2018-19 | All About Horses | Is your child fascinated with horses? This class is for kids who are interested in learning all there is to know about horses. We will study breeds, anatomy and famous horses through history. We will read fun stories, learn about the equipment used on horses and explore what horses need to live happily. Students will be encouraged to ask questions and there will be an opportunity for a class feild trip to a local horse farm. | |
| 2018-19 | American Girl History 3 | Step back in time with Felicity, Marie-Grace & Cecile, Melody, Nanea, and Julie as we explore United States history! We will learn more about the exciting American Revolution, study unique New Orleans and the Louisiana Purchase with Marie-Grace & Cecile, learn about African-American history (Civil War-present) with Melody, study WW2 from Nanea's perspective (think Pearl Harbor, Hawaii), and note the impact of the Flower Power Era with Julie. This class will include weekly discussions, maps and timelines, a state mini-report, book reports, sharing and presentations, drawings, crafts, and your favorite and mine...a dolly and me tea party. Felicity's peppermint tea with Marie-Grace's famous Madeleine's anyone? Read all books or listen to audio books according to reading schedule (approx. 1 book per week). There will be 2 book reports assigned. These will be started in class, and may be given as homework.Must be able to read. - Must be able to compose and write several sentences. Prerequisites: Ability to read book series or listen to audio books, and write/copy independently. *6th graders welcome! Parent Provided Items: American Girl series: Felicity, Marie-Grace & Cecile, Melody, Nanea, and Julie *A modified reading schedule will be sent out for those reading from the newer edition Beforever books. | |
| 2018-19 | American History | Alex Binz | When I was a homeschool student, history was both my favorite subject and my least favorite class. I loved reading about it, but just couldn't stand the textbooks. Each one we tried was mind-numbingly dull, even when they touched on events and stories that by any objective measure should have been thrilling to read about. Sadly, textbooks have their uses, and even this class will assign one. It will serve as a 'skeleton'? for the class, giving students an outline and overview of major events. Everything else, the real 'meat' of world history will be provided through primary-source readings, lectures in class, group projects and activities, and self-directed research. Over the course of this class, students will learn to: * Read key texts in the history of American politics and literature * Memorize essential quotes and excerpts that define the American character * Recognize the essentials of American political and physical geography * Conduct independent research projects and self-directed reading * Creatively interact with class content and present their work to the rest of class * Write several multi-paragraph persuasive essays. A final feature of this class will be regular in-class debates by students over major events in American history. Rather than taking the facts for granted, students will debate whether certain decisions were justified, and consider how our history might have unfolded if other choices had been made. Prerequisites: Students should be competent readers and able to write a multi-paragraph essay. A basic understanding of world history is helpful but not required. Curriculum Used: Notgrass Exploring America curriculum set, including: Exploring America, Part 1: Columbus through Reconstruction, by Ray Notgrass (ISBN 978-1-60999-066-4) Exploring America, Part 2: Late 1800s to the Present, by Ray Notgrass (ISBN 978-1-60999-067-1) America Voices, edited by Ray Notgrass (ISBN 978-1-60999-068-8) Parent Provided Items: Notgrass Exploring America curriculum set, including: Exploring America, Part 1: Columbus through Reconstruction, by Ray Notgrass (ISBN 978-1-60999-066-4) Exploring America, Part 2: Late 1800s to the Present, by Ray Notgrass (ISBN 978-1-60999-067-1) America Voices, edited by Ray Notgrass (ISBN 978-1-60999-068-8) |
| 2018-19 | Animal Science | Jody Campbell | Love animals? Love science? This is the class for you! Explore how unique animals are in their structure and needs. This science-based class will cover basics of animal anatomy (the parts of the body), physiology (how the body works), and pathology (diseases of the body). We will focus mainly on domestic/common species and touch on exotics as well. Class will be structured as lecture, discussion, and hands-on labs. Expect less than 1 hour of homework per week to include worksheets and light reading. We may perform dissection(s) pending student interest and comfort. Class will be taught by a veterinarian. Parent Provided Items: Colored pencils for use in class. |
| 2018-19 | Aviation and Aerospace Experience | Do you have the right stuff? ALPHA! BRAVO! CHARLIE! DELTA!Learn how pilots plan a flight, communicate with the tower, and navigate the skies. Investigate the shapes of planes and how different designs impact the way they fly. Make your own airplane models and test them out to see which designs fly farther, faster, and for the longest time. Learn about the maneuvers and skills that it takes to fight air-to-air. Use the power of your imagination to explore the future of spaceflight. How many different rockets can you make? Build stomp rockets, balloon rockets, model rockets and more. Learn about the concept of lift and experiment with your designs to optimize your rocket?s performance. What is it like to live on the International Space Station? How can you drink a glass of water without gravity? Is space food different than real food? The challenges of living and working in space have led to remarkable innovations. We've walked on the Moon! Next? MARS! Along the way, we will learn about many of the technologies, new and imagined, that humankind will need to travel throughout the final frontier! We will have amazing guest speakers from various industries in aviation and aerospace. Our class will have two scheduled field trips outside of the normally scheduled class time at Heritage as part of the material fee. They include the Museum of Flight Aviation Learning Center and Journey to Mars in the Challenger Learning Center. | |
| 2018-19 | Ballet FUN! | Is a regular Ballet Class too formal and structured for your youngster? If so, this is a great transition class. Along with some basic instruction on ballet positions and terminology we use scarves, jingle bells, bean bags, ribbons, jumping dots, shaky eggs, and silly songs for free dance and creative movement time. As Ballet is the root of many forms of dance, this is your chance to give your child the foundation that he or she needs to experience the world of dance. The class will consist of center stretches, beginning barre work, movement across the floor, short dances and games. Ballet slippers are preferred but not mandatory; comfortable clothing is required. Students will receive tutus and headpieces for a Christmas and Spring Performance on stage in the CLC during the Heritage parties! (Both boys and girls are welcome.) I was a classical ballerina for 15 years with the Corpus Christi Ballet Company in Texas and will always LOVE dancing! Prerequisites: Potty Trained Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Beginning Chess | Marilyn Wilke | Playing chess improves concentration, problem-solving skills and pattern recognition and it?s fun for all ages! This class is for students new to the game or those who need more practice before entering the intermediate class. We will start with the basic rules of chess and notation and move on to simple tactics and checkmate patterns. Each class period will include a chess lesson and playing time. Emphasis will be on learning the game, having fun, and practicing good sportsmanship. At the end of the year we will play a friendly tournament with prizes. Students need to bring a chess set with notation markings to class each week. - Homework: Completing one online lesson and one workbook lesson per week (approximately ½ hour) and playing games with family or friends. Parent Provided: chess set with algebraic notation (one set per family) Prerequisites: able to read |
| 2018-19 | Beginning "Computer Programming" and Game Design | Patricia Rector | This class introduces early middle school students to the fundamentals of computer programming and game design. We begin with core programming concepts using course material through Code.org and cooperative peer mentoring. This class participates in the National Computer Science Education Week by hosting an Hour of Code for the broader Heritage community and will take a field trip to the Living Computers Museum in Seattle. At mid-year we will transition to Game Design using basic Scratch Programming from MIT, Microsoft's KODU Game Lab, and Enterbrain's RPG Maker VX Ace as our core game making platforms. Students will create games to share with peers and the general Heritage community. We will conclude our year with a student-led showcase of game projects. Instructor maintains in-class laptops. Prerequisites: Patience, a willingness to share game and story ideas, and gracious peer work is essential. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: N/A |
| 2018-19 | Beginning Guitar Class | Students will learn the proper methods of holding and playing a classic guitar. Basic music notation and simple chords will be taught on the treble clef. Prerequisites: No previous musical experience is required. Parent Provided: Instrument appropriate to the students size. Money for music books as needed through the year, approximately $30. | |
| 2018-19 | Biblical Science | Romans 1:18 tells us God has revealed His invisible attributes, His eternal power and His divine nature to mankind through His creation of the world. Using the creation week as our outline, we'll embark on an exciting adventure to learn more about God through science. With demonstrations, hands-on exploration and application of His word, we?ll discover ways to use this information to glorify Him and concurrently lay the foundation for future science study. Although no homework is required, all students are encouraged to keep and review a science notebook, written and provided by the instructor. Activities for further enrichment outside of class time will be suggested which, if implemented by the parents, will provide a full week of science curriculum. Please note: This is the LAST YEAR Mrs. Brenna will offer this class. | |
| 2018-19 | Book Club | In Book Club, students meet with their friends to discuss a great book by authors such as Patricia St. John, Robert Lawson, Pearl S. Buck, E.B. White and C.S. Lewis. Students will be introduced to important elements of literary analysis such as figurative language, point of view, and theme. They will practice group discussion skills of questioning, listening and engaging thoughtfully with their peers and with ideas expressed in the books. We also enjoy occasional story-inspired games and crafts, and practice public speaking by presenting book recommendations and author biographies. Homework is to complete the reading (about one book every two weeks) and the provided reading guide. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Parents should plan to borrow or purchase approximately 15 books over the course of the year. A finalized book list will be provided before the beginning of the school year. | |
| 2018-19 | Booting Up on Arduino | Ed Morin | Intel's tiny 4004 microprocessor hit the market in 1971 unleashing a microcomputer revolution that has forever changed our world. Microprocessors provide powerful computer control for many of the everyday things around us including toys, smart-home control, automobile key fobs, all kinds of common appliances, our utilities' infrastructure, and even the entire manufacturing infrastructure used to make these things! This course is an introduction to one of the most-popular, easy-to-use microprocessor development systems called Arduino. This hands-on, project-oriented course is based on the Arduino Project Handbook by Mark Geddes. Students will work at their own pace to learn the basics of input and output control for a variety of common devices that will be used for creating fun projects with LED lights, simple games, environmental sensing, and basic remote control. The knowledge and skills gained from this class also provide an excellent foundation for exploring robotics. While there are many great Arduino kits on the market, they are often very expensive. By making bulk components purchases, the $75 materials fee covers the Arduino Uno R3 development system (board and open software) and the components required to construct up to 15 different projects in the book (1-9, 12-14, 18, 21 and 22). Additionally, because standard electronic 'breadboard' components are used, many, many other projects are also possible which can be found online as well as in other books. All hands-on activities by students use safe, low-voltage power and do not require any soldering. This class is an enrichment class and thus does not have any assigned homework, tests, or academic credit. Prerequisites: Desire to learn the Arduino embedded electronics microprocessor and programming environment * Good understanding of electricity, electric charge, circuits, and electromagnetism as covered in Turning On to Electronics class - 8th grade reading skills * Good fine-motor skills * Ability and willingness to follow instructions (verbal and written) * Ability to calmly focus and be engaged with classroom activities * Ability to read small printing and standard color-codes on electronic components Curriculum Used: Arduino Project Handbook by Mark Geddes - ISBN-13: 978-1593276904 Parent Provided Items: Basic laptop/notebook computer with an available USB port for programming and testing (Arduino software is available for use with Windows, MacOS and Linux) * Arduino Project Handbook by Mark Geddes (available from Amazon.com) * Basic hand tools including needle-nose pliers, wire cutter, wire stripper, small screwdrivers, etc. * Multimeter |
| 2018-19 | Bucket Drum Band | Drum, play, learn! And do it with an instrument that you have around the house: a bucket! Catch on to the new sound of bucket drumming in a fun classroom environment. Learn rhythm skills and percussion techniques while playing grooves, pieces and songs from easy to challenging. Buckets and sticks provided with materials fee. | |
| 2018-19 | Character First | According to God's Word, man's primary purpose is to glorify God. Learning character allows a child to recognize that they were formed by a loving Creator who has a purpose for their lives. Your children will learn about godly character as we explore sixteen character traits using stories from Scripture, history, and nature. Each character trait is highlighted by an example from the animal kingdom plus crafts, activities, games and manners lessons. This class equips your family to learn character together at home. Awards are given for memorization each week. Kids love the beautiful trading cards they collect with each new character trait. Homework: Memorize the definition of each character trait, and the I will statements (the practical application of the character trait). Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Chemistry and Physics for Kids | Patrick Nurre | In this class students will learn the basics and usefulness of Chemistry and Physics. They will be immersed in a Biblical view of the creation of elements. They will also understand mixtures, compounds and the Periodic Table. The will also learn the basics of energy, its conservation and its decay. they will learn the basics of acids and bases and chromatography. Prerequisites: Students will be expected to do some outside reading, and some research. No other courses or class prerequisites will be required. Curriculum Used: All handouts will be provided by the teacher. Parent Provided Items: Each student will be expected to acquire a 3-ring binder for handouts a colored pencil set, and a lab book. |
| 2018-19 | Club ZOOM! | Club ZOOM is designed to get students excited about the amazing world God made based on the PBS show, ZOOM! Students in grades 4-6 will participate in exciting science experiments, games, crafts and lots of laughter. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will learn the important skill of working as a team. Some of the favorite past activities in Club ZOOM were film canister rockets, catapults, human-sized bubbles, mice mazes, marshmallow poppers, marshmallow towers, golf ball towers, cornstarch slime and Minute To Win It relay games. No homework! Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Occasionally kids will be asked to save items from home to upcycle and use for projects. Example: Empty paper towel rolls, newspaper, plastic containers, etc. Students will have the opportunity to participate in our class Science Fair. | |
| 2018-19 | Club Zoom! JR | The ever popular class is now being offered for early elementary students! New this year — Club ZOOM Jr. is going to be offered for grades 1-3. Club ZOOM Jr. is designed to get students excited about the amazing world God made based on the PBS show, Club ZOOM! Students in grades 1-3 will participate in exciting science experiments, games, crafts and lots of laughter. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will learn the important skill of working as a team. Some of the favorite past activities in Club ZOOM were film canister rockets, catapults, human-sized bubbles, mice mazes, marshmallow poppers, marshmallow towers, golf ball towers, cornstarch slime and Minute To Win It relay games. No homework! Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Occasionally kids will be asked to save items from home to upcycle and use for projects. Example: Empty paper towel rolls, newspaper, plastic containers, etc. Students will have the opportunity to participate in our class Science Fair. | |
| 2018-19 | Creative Writing and Sentence Power | Creative Writing and Sentence Power will explore the various mediums of creative writing and teach students to become stronger writers. Accompanying every unit (short stories, poetry, comic strip, screenplay, etc) will be a short vocabulary list and a set of exercises intended to strengthen a student's comfort in creating bold and creative sentences. Creative writing is a very different creature than expository writing (essays) and isn't intended to focus on perfect grammar and the nitty gritty rules of the English language. Instead, this class will hopefully ignite an interest for writing, give insight on the different ways that creative writing takes shape, and help some students get over the anxiety that often accompanies writing assignments. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Binder, paper, and pencils. | |
| 2018-19 | Dance Around the World | Get your wiggles out and your exercise in while we learn about geography, culture, dance and music all at the same time! We will look at maps, culture, music rythms, and tradtional dance steps from multiple countries. We will also read stories, play games, taste ethnic foods, and do some crafts. Some countries will include costumes and props to use in class. Three weeks will be spent on each location, and there will be no homework required outside of class. All materials, costumes, craft supplies, and food will be provided in class. Food allergies can be accommodated, as long as a list of allergies is provided at the beginning of the year. | |
| 2018-19 | Dave Ramsey's Foundations in Finance | Learning how to make their money work for them, students will learn invaluable personal finance skills that will stay with them for a lifetime. We will have whole class activities, discussion, and several projects, while following along with Dave Ramsey's DVD's. The students grades will be based on chapter tests, homework, participation, and projects assigned. Homework will require 1- 2 hours per week. This class can be used as 1/2 credit toward an elective called Personal Finance on your student's high school transcript. Workbook will be provided. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Foundations in Personal Finance, High School Edition for Homeschool by Dave Ramsey Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Draw, Write, Sculpt: Social Studies 1 (K-3RD) | Yes, your child can draw: Native Americans & Pilgrims and United States & Westward Expansion. Your student will develop confidence and skill while creating two beautiful, social studies books of original artwork. Some of the art concepts covered are perspective, color, size, line and shape, symmetry, shading and blending, etc. Art mediums: pencil, black pen, crayons. We may also use watercolor pencils second semester. Your student will have an opportunity to practice speaking skills as he or she shares briefly with our class on one of our social studies topics. Penmanship and sculpting with Play-Doh included in this fun, interactive class. - Homework: Each student is encouraged to do a presentation on one of our social studies topics. Your student may bring in a poster, short report, or simply share with the class using an object. Presentations should be 1-3 minutes. Ability to copy printed sentences from the white board. Both printing and cursive offered. *Third graders welcome! | |
| 2018-19 | Drawing and More: Illustrated Journaling Middle Grades | Meka Zieger | Drawing used to be taught with the 3Rs. It isn't so much an ability as learning to see. Our class journal is key to developing both skill and satisfaction. We share our books, play drawing games that train the eye, and others that are just fun (no worries about drawing right), get journal-keeping tips, discus famous artists' work, and draw the day's project. Topics include: experimenting, contour, mistakes, positive/negative space, lettering, design, maps, color and perspective. Each week I email a class recap and challenge. I'm a graphic designer who draws daily for more than practice (see lifeinaday.posthaven.com), learning over and over: what I haven't drawn, I've never really seen. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Drawing and More: Illustrated Journaling Upper Grades | Meka Zieger | Van Gogh said, It's looking at things for a long time that ripens you and gives a deeper understanding. Pursuing the study of Art and Design by keeping a journal helps you to really see. This class uses your life as the vehicle for training Alertness, Appreciation, Aim, and Art. Our medium will primarily be pen and watercolor as we focus on gesture, contour, mistakes, positive/negative space, lettering, elements of design, color and perspective; as well as examining famous artists' work. Learning to draw on-location and keep a journal is key for future art careers. I'm a graphic designer who draws daily for more than practice (see lifeinaday.posthaven.com), learning repeatedly: what I haven't drawn, I've never really seen. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Drawing with Pencil and Colored Pencil Art | Chelsea Carbonell | Learn to draw! Activities and projects to include still life drawing, portrait, drawing animals, how to pick a reference, drawing from reference, drawing from life, basic artistic elements (shadow, contrast, form, perspective, proportion, positive and negative shape, etc. . ). We will bring in colored pencil projects and well as do a few abstract creations. There will be an emphasis on practice, technique, doing your best, and using our talents for God. I enjoy challenging students to go beyond what they think they are able to do. Students will be required to keep a sketchpad during the week and come prepared to class. Taught by a professionally trained artist who loves seeing students succeed in their God given talents and learn new things! Students will receive there own drawing supplies kit, colored pencil kit, and sketchpad. Any other supplies needed will be provided in class. There will be an end of the year final project. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Earth Science for High School | Molly Hurd | This course acquaints students with basic scientific principles that apply to the earth and our natural environment. Emphasis is placed on current geologic processes of North America with particular emphasis on Washington and the Cascade Mountain Range. New discoveries and environmental issues are discussed. Topics include: meteorology, earth?s structure/composition, crystals, minerals, rock types, plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, glaciers and cave formation. Possible field trips to Mt St Helens, crystal digging, and rock hounding. This is a lab science class for high school. Expect 3-5 hours of homework per week. All homework is graded, and credit is awarded for students with a C and higher. - Time: 1 ½ hour class At grade level for reading and writing. Willing to work 3-5 hours per week for homework. |
| 2018-19 | Easy Elementary Grammar- The Shurley Method | As a teacher, I love grammar, and I get excited about teaching grammar. I really enjoy it when I see my students get excited about learning and understanding grammar. I also love to see them learn how to improve their own writing. Shurley Grammar is a program that teaches these skills and more in an interactive fun way. It is a system that teaches the students how to identify parts of speech within a sentence as well as the role that each word plays in a sentence. We will work on improving sentence structure with our own writing, analyzing sentences we read, and learning ways to apply the grammar rules we have learned. Important skills like these are just some of the skills that will be taught: * identifying sentence types * labeling parts of speech * understanding basic language concepts * improving vocabulary * applying punctuation rules * correcting capitalization errors * editing written passages * basic subject verb agreement * recognizing synonyms * identifying antonyms - Shurley Grammar uses fun interactive techniques to improve retention of basic grammar facts and rules. Chants and jingles are used to learn the parts of speech, their function, and how to locate them in a sentence. We use games and fun cooperative activities to encourage and reinforce learning. This class teaches grammar in an exciting way! This program adds fun to the memorization and application of grammatical concepts. Parents are welcome to attend the class. It is a class that provides confidence and understanding of grammar. Students can expect 15 - 30 minutes of daily homework. | |
| 2018-19 | Electronics Adventure Lab | Ed Morin | Did you know that nearly all of the benefits of modern electronics that we enjoy today were only discovered or invented in the last 200 years? Based on the final quarter of last year's popular Turning On to Electronics course, this class is now a more in-depth sequel to the new class Getting Attracted to Electricity and Magnetism. After a quick review of the basic principles behind Ohm's Law, this class focuses on learning about semiconductors through hands-on 'breadboard' projects using diodes, LED's, transistors, integrated circuits, digital logic, and other standard electronic components. Classes devoted to hands-on projects use a more flexible, self-paced, lab-style approach where students can bring their project back to the next class or opt to continue working on it outside of class. Significant discoveries and inventions, and the scientists and inventors behind them, will be highlighted along the way. While there is some overlap with last year's Turning On to Electronics class, returning students will have new projects available to them. All hands-on activities by students use safe, low-voltage power and do not require any soldering. This class is an enrichment class and thus does not have any assigned homework, tests, or academic credit. Prerequisites: Interest in electronics and desire to learn about it * Basic understanding of electricity, electric charge, circuits, and electromagnetism (covered in first class Getting Attracted to Electricity and Magnetism) * Seventh grade reading skills * Good fine-motor skills * Ability and willingness to follow instructions (verbal and written) * Ability to calmly focus and be engaged with classroom activities * Ability to read small printing and standard color-codes on electronic components Parent Provided: Breadboard kit (will provide examples) * Toolbox for transporting tools, projects, and parts * Basic hand-tools (included in toolbox from last year?s class) * Multimeter * Safety glasses (highly recommended) * Screwdriver (either 4-in-1 or handle with bits) * Long-nose pliers * Flush wire cutters * Wire stripper |
| 2018-19 | Elementary Spanish | Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world, give your child the opportunity to learn it. In this class students will start discovering the Spanish language through songs, body movement, storytelling and games. During the school year we will be building vocabulary sets along with every-day expressions and basic grammatical skills, while emphasizing pronunciation and cultural elements that will enrich the student?s experience. My curriculum covers three years of Spanish instruction. This means that your child can take my class for three years without repeating the same topics. | |
| 2018-19 | Elementary Tumbling | Callie Jenson | First timers or those with prior gymnastics experience, boys and girls will get the opportunity to be active and have fun learning basic gymnastic floor skills. These skills will start with forward/backward rolls, handstands and cartwheels, and advancing as kids are able. As a former gymnast of 20+ years and a coach for 10+ years I will work with each child at their ability level in a low key and fun atmosphere helping them gain confidence and grow in their abilities. Each class will include stretching, strength work, and skill work. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Elementary Tumbling | Callie Jenson | First timers or those with prior gymnastics experience, boys and girls will get the opportunity to be active and have fun learning basic gymnastic floor skills. These skills will start with forward/backward rolls, handstands and cartwheels, and advancing as kids are able. As a former gymnast of 20+ years and a coach for 10+ years I will work with each child at their ability level in a low key and fun atmosphere helping them gain confidence and grow in their abilities. Each class will include stretching, strength work, and skill work. |
| 2018-19 | English Intensive | This full credit English course provides in-depth practice in reading and writing for the advanced student. We will read and analyze complex texts in several genres including essays, speeches, short stories, novels, poetry and a play by writers such as the Apostle Paul, William Shakespeare, Frederick Douglass, Anton Chekhov, and George Orwell. We will study persuasive strategies using classical logic and argumentation. Students will develop style with literary and rhetorical devices, and complete several compositions (primarily essays of argumentation) in the course of the year. Students should be competent in grammar, comfortable with multi-paragraph essays, and ready to hone their communicative skills. A desire to learn is imperative, a willingness to work necessary. Please anticipate 4-5 hours of work outside of class each week. Class enrollment is limited allowing for active student participation and focused instructor attention. | |
| 2018-19 | Exploring Nature | We will enjoy literature, music, poetry, art, games, crafts, and activities as we learn about and explore nature together. Each week we will dive into a different topic. We will become familiar with different types of weather, the seasons, the earth, animals, and even a little preschool physics! The goal is to kindle a love for science in young children by providing a fun and interesting introduction to science. | |
| 2018-19 | Fancy Nancy Vocabulary Class | We will expand our vocabulary thru reading Fancy Nancy books and learning new words. We will have fun planned activities that go along with each of the stories. Each child will be making a personalized Fancy Words Binder that we will add new words to each week. We will play Fancy Nancy board and card games, and make many fun crafts like tiaras, bracelets and bookmarks. There will be a pajama day and multiple tea parties. Our focus in this will be on having fun, learning new words and practicing our good manners. Prerequisites: Potty Trained Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Farm Life K-2nd | This will be a fun, hands on class where we learn about what life is like on a farm. We will explore the animals found in a barn, seeds and how they grow, the changing of the seasons and even tools and equipment farmers use. We will read stories, play games, sing songs and do crafts as we gain knowledge about farming. One of the most exciting things about this class is the animal guests who will visit on a regular basis! Snack will be provided. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Foerster Algebra 2 | Evi Lay | This class is a rigorous continuation of the Algebra 1. The topics covered include in-depth look of functions (linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, rational, irrational), complex numbers, sequence and series, matrices, conics, introduction to statistics and trigonometric functions. Expect 5-8 hours weekly coursework including daily assignments, quizzes and tests. Students need to provide a graphing calculator (TI 83, 83+, 84, 89, or N-Spire) or have access to online graphing tool such as Desmos. Quizzes/tests are provided. Class format: twice a week (Monday in-person and Wed/Thu thru Skype). |
| 2018-19 | Galileo, Gravity and Ganymede | Cydney Adler | This course covers the major structures of our solar system, starting with the sun and working towards Pluto. Along the way, the student will also learn about Earth's moon, the asteroid belt, and the Kuiper belt. After that, students will move outside our solar system and learn about the stars and galaxies that make up God's incredible universe. Students will read text and complete notebook activities. Homework will take 1 - 2 hours per week. High interest content, low-intensity homework makes this class suitable for a wide range of learning styles. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Instructor provides spiral bound Notebooking Journal Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | German 1 | Students will learn the basics of the German language and will get an introduction to the history and culture of German-speaking countries (especially Germany, Austria and Switzerland). Germany is the most powerful country in Europe, and German is spoken in six countries, so learning this language is time well spent. A foundation in German also provides a gateway to understanding such languages as Dutch, Danish and Swedish, among others. The goals of this class are to pique interest in foreign languages and cultures, to get the students comfortable enough in German to get around if/when they visit a German-speaking country, and most importantly to inspire them to continue learning and improving their language skills. The $75 materials fee covers the textbook (Portfolio Deutsch Level 1, ISBN: 978-3-12-605231-3) and worksheets. A German-English dictionary would be helpful for the students to purchase for themselves, although there are free options online as well (https://dict.leo.org is very good). Please bring a laptop or tablet to class if possible, so we can play interactive German games together that were developed to teach the language. | |
| 2018-19 | Getting Attracted to Electricity & Magnetism | Ed Morin | In 600 BC a Greek Scientist discovered static electricity. Over the subsequent millennia, many scientists and inventors devised experiments and made additional discoveries that added to our ongoing understanding of this curious force. With Allesandro Volta's breakthrough discovery of the battery in 1800 and Hans Christian Oersted's subsequent discovery in 1819 that electric current creates a magnetic field, the stage was set for a myriad of discoveries and innovation that all contributed to the benefits of electricity and electromagnetism we enjoy today. This class covers the subjects from the first part of last year's popular Turning On to Electronics class on a more-relaxed schedule that will be enjoyable for younger students. Over the course of the year, students will conduct dozens of experiments selected from Rudolf Graf's classic and richly illustrated book Safe and Simple Electrical Experiments as well as a few additional projects. These hands-on activities enable students to explore and experience the basic principles of electric charge, electricity, and electromagnetism using clever yet simple experiments. All class activities use safe and inexpensive materials. This is an enrichment class and thus does not have any assigned homework, tests, or academic credit. Prerequisites: Interest in electricity and desire to learn about it - Fifth grade reading skills - Good fine-motor skills - Ability and willingness to follow instructions (verbal and written) - Ability to calmly focus and be engaged with classroom activities Curriculum Used: Safe and Simple Electrical Experiments by Rudolf F. Graf (ISBN-13: 978-0486229508) Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | God's Little Scientist 1st-2nd | Make your child?s first memories of science fun and meaningful! Kids have active imaginations and are always asking why. Join us as we discover God?s world through the eyes of a child. Join Professor Funnybone and her wacky assistant as they explore science through puppet shows, skits, experiments and exciting hands on learning that your child will never forget! We have a unique and fun dynamic that we bring to our classes with educational creativity in helping to build confidence in learning. We bring to life our area of study in ways that impressionable eager minds can make connections that will help foster brainstorming, innovative thinking and a passion for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Aviation, and Math). We are able to recognize each student individually and encourage them in their path. Our hope is that each student will be nurtured in curiosity, excitement and a love for learning. Jesus has given us a beautiful world to observe and explore! - - Two field trips a year will be planned outside of our normal scheduled class as part of the material fee. | |
| 2018-19 | God's Little Scientist 4 years-K | Make your child's first memories of science fun and meaningful! Kids have active imaginations and are always asking why. Join us as we discover God's world through the eyes of a child. Join Professor Funnybone and her wacky assistant as they explore science through puppet shows, skits, experiments and exciting hands on learning that your child will never forget! We have a unique and fun dynamic that we bring to our classes with educational creativity in helping to build confidence in learning. We bring to life our area of study in ways that impressionable eager minds can make connections that will help foster brainstorming, innovative thinking and a passion for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Aviation, and Math). We are able to recognize each student individually and encourage them in their path. Our hope is that each student will be nurtured in curiosity, excitement and a love for learning. Jesus has given us a beautiful world to observe and explore! Two field trips a year will be planned outside of our normal scheduled class as part of the material fee. | |
| 2018-19 | Government & Economics for High School | The goal of this course is to prepare students to be responsible citizens of the United States with readings and discussions of the principles and structures of our democratic republic and our economy. Using a Biblical worldview, we will study the Constitution, the three branches of our government, political parties, elections, and foreign policy. Our analysis of the American economic system will cover microeconomic issues such as the law of supply and demand, factors of production, and the business cycle. Macroeconomic topics covered will include money and banking, monetary and fiscal policy, and international trade. The coursework will be comprised of chapter readings, chapter review questions, handouts, and tests. In class discussions and videos will highlight points from the reading as well as important concepts for understanding. Expect 2-4 hours of homework per week. One semester is government (0.5 government/civics credit) and the other semester is economics (0.5 social studies elective credit). Prerequisites: This is a high school level class. Students must be able to read, write, comprehend at a high school level. Parent Provided Items: Parents do NOT need to buy their entire curriculum package for either Gov't or Econ. You only need to get the student text and the student review book (currently the website lists the entire package). Notgrass Exploring Government Set (ISBN 9781609990985) Notgrass Exploring Government Student Review Book (ISBN 9781609991043) Notgrass Exploring Economics (ISBN 9781609990923) Notgrass Exploring Economics Student Review Book (ISBN 9781609991050) 3-ring binder with dividers | |
| 2018-19 | Great Battles for Boys: Ancients to Modern | Want your son to love history and reading? This class is for him. From the clashing of Spartan swords to flintlock and modern rifles, boys will travel chronologically through the history's greatest battles, learning about leadership, tactics, weapons, and the courage and valor that shaped the Western world. We will cover battles from ancient Greece and Rome, the Middle Ages, and early America and into World War I. Each class begins with the Pledge of Allegiance and ends with the shout: Freedom isn't Free!? The class is for boys-only because we spend time discussing the character traits of great men, and how we can grow those same traits within our own lives. An interest in history or military matters, and a passion to learn more. This is the materials fee: Two books, each at $12.99 - - Great Battles for Boys: Ancients to Middle Ages - Great Battles for Boys: Bunker Hill to WWi | |
| 2018-19 | Growing Readers One Book at a Time | This class will be filled with imagination and exciting adventures-all through the pages of a book. By reading a variety of wonderful books this class provides an environment that sparks a curiosity and love for reading while discovering the wonder of books. Throughout the year we will read a diverse collection of children?s literature including, but not limited to: picture books, fairy tales, folk tales, Caldecott Award winners, childhood classics, poems, and short chapter books. Some weeks may include additional literacy activities such as story sequencing, retelling, story show and tell, author studies and vocabulary building. We will also be creating a Poetry Notebook over the course of the year, with a new poem read in class and added to our notebook weekly. Although no homework is required, all students will be encouraged to review their weekly poems at home to support the development of reading fluency and growth. Being able to read is not a requirement but students should be able to listen to stories attentively. | |
| 2018-19 | Hands on Math Explorations | In this hands on math playtime we will play games, use manipulatives, draw math concepts, and even play with food to learn all about numbers and math in our world. Topics covered include sorting, counting, measuring, graphing, addition, subtraction, money, story problems, and more. Each week we will have a calendar circle time followed by a short lesson, time to explore the concept of the week, and free-play math centers time. This class will not replace your regular math program but will help support what you are learning at home. - - Students will have a notebook to record their learning through the year and to remember how to play some of our games. Homework will be sent home most weeks. It should take less than 30 minutes and will be something fun like a game to play or a math coloring sheet. | |
| 2018-19 | Hands-On Equations | Would you like your child to have an advantage when he/she takes Algebra? Hands-On Equations is a program designed to introduce younger children to concepts usually not introduced until Algebra. The program uses manipulatives to teach students to solve equations and verbal problems. Once concepts are mastered, students transition to the traditional 'paper and pencil' approach to solving equations. This method strengthens the student's understanding of algebraic concepts, problem solving and mental math skills, all while having fun. Students must have a firm understanding of adding, subtracting and basic multiplying/dividing skills. Most work will be done during class. Homework will be up to 45 minutes per week depending on student's pace. Note: This class is for enrichment and should not be used as a replacement for regular grade-level math. Prerequisites: A firm understanding of adding, subtracting and basic multiplying/dividing skills | |
| 2018-19 | High School Biology | Cydney Adler | This is a Christ-centered, college-prep biology course that provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology. It provides the student with a strong background in the scientific method, the five-kingdom classification scheme, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, creation vs.evolution, dissection, and ecosystems. It also provides a complete survey of the five kingdoms in Creation. This is an intensive study which will prepare students for college level classes. Class time will be used for lecture, videos and experiments.Students will be expected to read 20-25 pages of text and complete study guides,tests, and lab notebook entries for each module (two weeks/module) . This class fulfills the requirement for a high school lab science. I do not recommend by-passing age requirements Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd Edition, by Jay Wile; ISBN: 1932012575. May also get Key (Tests and Solutions Guide) not required. Please have text on first day of class |
| 2018-19 | High School Chemistry | Cydney Adler | This is Apologia's general high school/college prep chemistry course. This Christ-centered course covers significant figures, units of measure, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, the gas laws, and equilibrium. Class time will be used for lecture, videos and experiments. Students will be expected to read 20-25 pages of text, complete Review Questions and Practice Problems, tests and lab notebook entries for each module (2 weeks/module). I do not recommend by-passing age or class requirements Algebra 1 and the ability to read, write and comprehend at grade level. Familiar with the use of the calculator. Parent Provided: Textbook - Solutions Manual - Scientific Calculator Exploring Creation with Chemistry, Text AND Solutions Manual (3rd Edition) Kristy Plourde - Apologia Educational Ministries / 2014 / B00ORZD5AG Please have text on first day of class. Scientific Calculator that can handle exponents and scientific notation |
| 2018-19 | High School Girls Fitness | Girls fitness is dedicated to whole body strength, flexibility and cardio, designed to to make efficient use of time and space while building a lifelong fitness habit. We will incorporate cardio, core strength and flexibility into each class, using group fitness exercises/stretches and some light-hearted competitive games. Additional focus on coordination, reflexes, balance, spatial awareness, self-defense, injury prevention, nutrition and healthy life choices. - - Homework: Students will receive a fitness homework notebook requiring about 60 minutes of fitness/activity homework spread throughout the week and will learn how to record their fitness progress. You do not have to be fit already to start this class because exercises can be modified to meet your fitness level, but each student needs to come with a desire to be healthy and a willingness to push yourself to a new level. Bring: a yoga mat, comfortable sports shoes, and a filled water bottle | |
| 2018-19 | High School PE: Let the Games Begin! | Adair Kreft | This class will provide students with experience in playing a variety of popular sports such as soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, California kick ball, whiffle ball, broom ball, badminton, and ping pong, as well as many other games such as dodgeball, bucket ball, finger missiles, sabaki ball, capture the flag, sharks and minnows, and four square. In each class students will learn proper stretching technique and will then participate in either a warm-up activity or will practice a sport-specific skill before playing the sport or game of the day. There will be a regular challenge to students to consider how they can glorify God not just in athletics but in their daily life as well. The instructor will be available to help students who would like to use this class (in combination with other outside-of-class physical activities) to earn a half a credit for high school PE. |
| 2018-19 | How To Speak So People Will Listen | You can learn how to speak so people will listen. You can learn how to conquer the fear of public speaking once and for all and be able to easily communicate to your friends or to large groups the thoughts, feelings and information that are important to you. This class will help you learn how to present yourself so that you can be listened to and be taken seriously by your peers, family, future business associates and in regards to your faith. You do not have to be a great speaker or even like to speak in front of people to take this class. You do need to know that you will be talking in front of a variety of groups of people. Come prepared to try. Expect to spend 2+ hours/week at home. Prerequisites: You will need a willingness to speak in class, every week, you don't have to enjoy it just promise to try.There will be no tests. There will be longer speech projects that will take some work and practice at home several times during the year. The class will be assigned occasional small portions to read from the books, How to Win Friends & Influence People and The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking by Dale Carnegie. The student will be expected to practice their speeches at home to present to the class. If the student needs this class for High School credit this can be accommodated. Curriculum Used: How to Win Friends & Influence People ISBN-13: 9780671027032 and and The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking ISBN-13: 9780671724009 both by Dale Carnegie. Parent Provided Items: How to Win Friends & Influence People and The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking by Dale Carnegie. In addition, they will need a 3-ring 2 inch binder. | |
| 2018-19 | Integrated Arts | Penny Lau | Let's integrate the discipline of writing with art. Your artist will begin each art project with a creative writing and finish with a unique and artistic masterpiece. Writings will be about faith, family, seasons, holidays, etc. Your artist will experiment with Asian brush painting and Gyotaku fish printing, and create Paper Mache pets as they work with lines, shapes, colors, textures, and a variety of mediums. With the inspiration of God Almighty and other artists, your artist will design a wooden Christmas tree and make a moving pull toy. In the Spring, artists will tie-dye t-shirts and hand build with ceramic clay for Mothers and Father's Day projects. Occasional homework will be necessary to complete writings. New projects added. Prerequisites: Willing to try new things. |
| 2018-19 | Intermediate Chess | Playing chess improves concentration, problem-solving skills and pattern recognition and it's a lot of fun for all ages! This class is for students who have completed the beginner class or can play a game through to checkmate while properly notating. We will cover common openings, tactics, checkmate patterns and endgame strategies. Each class period will include a chess lesson and playing time. Students need to bring a chess set with notation markings to class each week. Emphasis will be on improving their game, having fun, and practicing good sportsmanship. At the end of the year we will play a friendly tournament with prizes. - - Homework: Playing games with family members or friends and completing one lesson online per week (approximately ½ hour). Parent Provided: Chess set with algebraic notation is required (teacher can order for $15) Prerequisites: Completion of Beginning Chess class or able to play a full game to checkmate and properly notate it. | |
| 2018-19 | Intermediate Guitar Class | Students will continue to learn basic musical notation as well as more complex chords, strumming patterns, tuning, etc. Prerequisites: Completion of Elementary Guitar or permission of the instructor. Parents provide: Appropriate instrument. Money for music books as needed through the year, approximately $30. | |
| 2018-19 | Into All the World Geography | This trip around the world is an introduction to World Geography with a heart toward Missions. In addition to learning basic facts about many countries, we'll study their cultures and people groups. We'll get to know missionaries who have served the Lord there, with opportunities to correspond with some of them and pray for all of them. Text will be provided by the instructor, but each student needs to bring their own set of colored pencils weekly. There is no graded homework, however additional coloring pages, crafts, recipes, prayer guides, map games, reading and other ideas for optional supplemental activities will be provided for parents who wish to support and reinforce the class time and extend the learning at home. Please note: This is the LAST YEAR this class will be offered by Mrs. Brenna. Students need a notebook with at least 5 tab dividers. | |
| 2018-19 | Introduction to Composition | AmyJoy Stoesz | Introduction to Composition is designed to inspire, equip and encourage your child to write. In this class, students will expand and develop their paragraphs as they learn to write five paragraph personal narratives, descriptive, persuasive, expository and research papers. Book reports and fairy tales are also included. Students begin the year by learning to organize their writing. They then apply their skills as they practice brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revising, editing and publishing their work. Homework may include worksheets, short writing assignments and research. Approximate homework time: 2 hours a week. *Please note: I intentionally keep this class small (8-15 students) so I can individualize expectations to meet each student?s current writing level. Please provide a steady supply of loose leaf, wide ruled paper. Ability to write a simple paragraph |
| 2018-19 | Introduction to Programming with Python | In this class students will learn the basics of software programming using Python programming language to introduce the main concepts. Python is an elegant programming language that is being used both in major companies and startups to solve tasks ranging from web development to data science. We will cover data types, control flow and object-oriented programming, and may have home projects. One of the ultimate goals of this class is for the students to develop the desire and the ability to learn programming with minimal help. Observing students spending time tinkering with Python in areas not necessarily related to home assignments will be an indication of a successful class. This class is suitable for anyone who has little to none programming experience. Prerequisites: Desire to spend time practicing programming at home. Curriculum Used: [Required - this is the only book that is required for this class] - Hello World!: Computer Programming for Kids and Other Beginners 2nd Edition, by Warren Sande and Carter Sande [Optional - in case your student is willing to do extra work independently outside the scope of this class] - 1. Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner, 3rd Edition by Michael Dawson - 2. Making Games with Python and Pygame, 2012 by Al Sweigart Parent Provided Items: 1. Textbook - 2. Laptop with the following FREE software installed: - - Python (preferably version 2.7, although version 3.6 should be fine as well). Can be installed as a standalone package or as part of Anaconda bundle (https://www.anaconda.com/download) - - [optional] Integrated Development Environment (IDE) of your choice configured for Python. Possible choices include Eclipse, LiClipse, Visual Studio Community, or any other. - - Students missing the required software will have an opportunity to install it in class but will need to have proper permissions to install software on their laptops. Students missing an IDE will have an opportunity to install LiClipse (https://www.liclipse.com/) in class. | |
| 2018-19 | Joyful Ballet | Let us praise His name with dancing! Learn classical ballet technique, terms and positions in this level 1 ballet class. Sample class: prayer circle; warm-up, stretch, & conditioning; ballet instruction; leaps, jumps & turns; free praise dance; scripture circle. Choreographed Christmas and spring performances included. Sisters, Ellista and Evalie Smith (talented choreographers and performers with 12 years' dance experience) train at Momentum Dance Ensemble and teach a home school ballet class at City Hall Dance Studio. *2nd graders welcome! Parent Provided Items: Attire: Any color leotard, pink tights and ballet shoes. | |
| 2018-19 | LEGO Motorized Machines and Intermediate Robotics | Patricia Rector | This class works through progressively challenging, investigative units on forces and motion, measurements, energy, and powered machines. Students begin with LEGO Education's Motorized Machines and Mechanisms sets and build and analyze complex structures including motorized vehicles, remote controlled cars, walking mechanisms and battle bots. At mid-year we will transition to LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robotics for increasingly complex projects in intermediate robotics, engineering, and programming. Prerequisites: A good understanding of basic fractions is expected. Students should expect to work with a partner or a small team for each class period. Gracious, kind partner work is an essential part of this class. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | LEGO Simple Machines and Beginning LEGO Robotics | Patricia Rector | This is a fun and fast-paced class for early to mid-level elementary. Students work in partner pairs with LEGO Education's Simple Machines sets through progressively challenging units in Levers, Pulley Systems, Gears, and Wheels and Axles. We experiment with attaching small hand-held motors to some models and record observations and modifications in personal class journals. At mid-year we transition to LEGO Education's We-Do Robotics, designed for children new to robotics. Using LEGO kits and class laptops, students build a variety of tethered structures and program them to move and make sounds using easy-to-learn software. We explore themes in science, math, and literacy. I strive to introduce new builds each year for returning students. |
| 2018-19 | Life Science I | Molly Hurd | Life Science A will primarily cover the first half of the Bob Jones Life Science text. We will cover characteristics of all living things, scientific method, microscopes, cells and cell parts, cell division, and genetics. This is a lab science class and will require 1-2 hours of homework per week. Homework will be graded and an online grading website is used. Students will receive grades for all homework, labs, and tests. This class will provide the fundamentals for future biology classes. Come prepared to have fun and work hard! Life Science Bob Jones |
| 2018-19 | Literature Club Junior 2 | Literature Club Junior 2 is so much more than just reading a picture book! Using a unit-study approach, we will explore vocabulary, geography, composition, character traits, and arts & crafts. We will trek across the globe as each of the 9 fabulous children's books takes us to a new destination. Weekly class time offers fun, interactive, and engaging experiences where we explore the story's location, culture of that region, and a variety of topics relating to the book. Weekly homework includes handouts and ideas for further exploration at home. Buckle your seat belt, here we go! Lit. Club Jr. 2 uses a new set of books, different from 2017-2018. Homework: Approximately 1 hour a week. | |
| 2018-19 | Math Beyond the Text Book | Math is everywhere! Join me as we go beyond the textbook to explore math concepts and principals. We'll explore math in nature, geometry, music, art, physics, and more as we work individually and as a group with hands on experiments and projects. Math is so much more than what we find and learn about in a textbook. It's a part of life and a part of God's creation! Colossians 1:16-17 says, In Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. It is my hope that your middle school student will have a greater love and understanding of math through meaningful learning experiences in my class. There is no homework for this class. In-class work only. Projects will include: Fibonacci sequencing, tessellation designs, coding mazes, application of surface area and perimeter, and more! | |
| 2018-19 | Messy Play Date - K-2 | Join us for the same great fun of Messy Play Date now for your primary-aged Mess Makers! Older students will get a chance to make messes and explore all sorts of amazing materials in an interactive, sensory environment. In addition they will learn about amazing science content throughout the year all through the messes we make and the art we create. Topics include: Light, Apples, Fall, Hibernation, Native Plants, chemical reactions, Color, Space, The Arctic, and the Ocean to name just a few! Remember the clean up is on us!! Prerequisites: Potty Trained | |
| 2018-19 | Messy Play Date - Preschool | If your child likes getting messy or hates having goo on their hands then Messy Play Date is the class for them! Play based learning through getting messy and sensory experiences is what this class is all about. Natural materials are emphasized and brought into class frequently. Students will explore a variety of age appropriate topics using sensory experiences, their bodies, books, and art. In any given class students will read stories, craft, cook, play with a variety of sensory materials, and sing. Topics include: Light, Apples, Fall, Hibernation, Native Plants, chemical reactions, Color, Space, The Arctic, and the Ocean to name just a few! Come play, explore, create and get MESSY with us! Prerequisites: Potty-trained. Exceptions are on a case by case basis. | |
| 2018-19 | Middle School Chemistry | Molly Hurd | This course in an introduction to chemistry and preparation for a high school chemistry class. We will learn about the history of chemistry, states of matter and how matter changes state, density, periodic table and atomic bonding, properties of water, acids & bases, and chemical changes/reactions. Class will be a combination of experiments and discussing material (homework and new material). Homework will take about one hour per week and will require reading material, and completing worksheets/labs. Curriculum is designed for middle school students and is a free curriculum found at www.middleschool chemistry.com. Students will need to print out weekly assignments at home to bring into class. Assignments and tests will be graded and students will receive a final grade. Parent Provided: Computer and printer access weekly. Prerequisites: Good reading and writing skills |
| 2018-19 | Middle School Girls Fitness | Let's move girls! Fitness can and should be fun! We'll explore different modalities of fitness with the hope that you will find one or more that will carry into your everyday life. Your own body weight will be used to engage muscles along with small pieces of equipment. We will work on strength training, coordination, flexibility, cardio and endurance. - - No matter your current fitness level , this class will help you increase it while having fun! | |
| 2018-19 | Middle School Grammar (Shurley Grammar) | As a teacher, I love grammar, and I get excited about teaching grammar. I really enjoy it when I see my students get excited about learning and understanding grammar. I also love to see them learn how to improve their own writing. Shurley Grammar is a program that teaches these skills and more in an interactive fun way. It is a system that teaches the students how to identify parts of speech within a sentence as well as the role that each word plays in a sentence. We will work on improving sentence structure with our own writing, analyzing sentences we read, and learning ways to apply the grammar rules we have learned. Important skills like these are just some of the skills that will be taught: * identifying sentence types * labeling parts of speech * understanding basic language concepts * improving vocabulary * applying punctuation rules * correcting capitalization errors * editing written passages * subject verb agreement * using homophones * using participles. Shurley Grammar uses fun interactive techniques to improve retention of basic grammar facts and rules. Chants and jingles are used to learn the parts of speech, their function, and how to locate them in a sentence. We use games and fun cooperative activities to encourage and reinforce learning. This class teaches grammar in an exciting way! This program adds fun to the memorization and application of grammatical concepts. Parents are welcome to attend the class. It is a class that provides confidence and understanding of grammar. Students can expect 15 - 30 minutes of daily homework that includes a short written assignment that will allow them to apply what the class have covered that week. Prerequisites: It is helpful if you have had Shurley Grammar before, but it is not required. Curriculum Used: We will be using either Shurley Grammar 6 or 7 as a basis. This is the ISBN for 7- ISBN-13: 978-1881940203. We will also be using a variety of other sources that the teacher will provide for the course. Parent Provided Items: Binder with notebook paper - Pencils | |
| 2018-19 | Middle School Writing | Like Swiss cheese, everyone has holes in their writing. All that may be needed is a little bit of review. This course is geared toward the middle school student. It will provide a comprehensive review of language and a foundation for solid writing in the future. Activities include: keeping an independent reading log, reviewing grammar basics through weekly workbook assignments, completing short writing assignments, learning the eight steps to writing anything, and interacting with peers. This class is a fun way to review the building blocks of writing by using games, activities, quizzes, and peer feedback. Estimated homework expectation: 3 hours a week. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Modern Dance 2 | For students with a stronger understanding of movement and alignment principles. Students should be physically and mentally ready for the challenge of more material, a faster-paced class, and elements of risk in movement. We will deepen our understanding of correct alignment, energy contrasts, movement pattern development, and the principles of modern dance technique such as contraction, release, fall & recovery and improvisation. We will explore Graham, Horton, and Limon techniques to learn from the founders of modern dance. Each class will include a set warm up with some strength training, across the floor (with set and improvised work), and a final movement phrase. We'll talk about anatomy & kinesiology as we investigate movement as well. I would encourage at least 2-4 years of previous dance training. There may be some at-home reading to help us understand the history of modern dance and some of it founders. | |
| 2018-19 | Muscle Matters | This class will be an introduction to anatomy, strength training, flexibility training, coordination, and balance, in a dance-like format. No prior dance experience is needed or expected, nor will we do any sort of performances. We will simply be using music and dance as a platform to make traditional fitness moves (i.e.- squats, pushups, ab work...) more fun. Some homework on anatomy will be given, and is optional based on the desires of the parent. No dance experience expected or required. | |
| 2018-19 | Mystery of History: Christ to the Middle Ages | I have a passion for history. I love to share that passion with my students. Learning history is important for developing a healthy world view. The Mystery of History curriculum weaves the truth of God's word and the gospel throughout the study of history. It teaches the students that history is truly God's story. Mystery of History Volume 1 is a dynamic overview of World History from Creation to the Resurrection. Each student will make a timeline, and complete weekly activities to reinforce what is being learned. The class uses lots of different teaching techniques from great cooperative activities in class, to creating art work, to playing games, and memorizing fun facts. It is an exciting curriculum for all types of learners. It offers a good balance of different types of learning opportunities. The students will have short reading assignments each week to be prepared for the next class. There will be a short quiz each week done at home to check your child's progress. These quizzes are already in the text we will use in class. Mystery of History also weaves the truth of God's word and the gospel throughout the study of history. For more information of the program you can check out http://www.themysteryofhistory.com/. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Pencil - Colored Pencils | |
| 2018-19 | Nursery - 1st Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2018-19 | Nursery - 2nd Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2018-19 | Nursery - 3rd Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2018-19 | Nursery - 4th Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2018-19 | Nursery - 5th Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2018-19 | PE 3rd-5th: Fun and Games | In Fun and Games, students will get fit while playing games, learning how to work together as a team and learning game strategies, while improving gross motor skills in a fun, fast paced environment. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Running Shoes | |
| 2018-19 | PE K-2nd: Fun and Games | In Fun and Games, students will get fit while playing games, learning how to work together as a team and learning game strategies, while improving gross motor skills in a fun, fast paced environment. | |
| 2018-19 | Physical Science | Cydney Adler | This 60 minute class provides a detailed introduction to the physical environment and some of the basic laws that make it work. The fairly broad scope of the book provides the student with a good understanding of the earth's atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. It also covers details on weather, motion, Newton's Laws, gravity, the solar system, atomic structure, radiation, nuclear reactions, stars, and galaxies. Discussions, videos and many hands-on experiments and activities keep students engaged and learning. Homework ~ 2-3 hours a week Instructor provides spiral bound Student Notebook |
| 2018-19 | Physics Zip, Zap, Zoom | Molly Hurd | Learn about forces and motion, light and color, wheels, simple machines (levers, wedges, wheels/gears) magnetism, sound, inventions, and famous scientists. Lots of hands on activities and engaging activities for inquiring kids from making parachutes, flying airplanes, using Legos, gears, mirrors, magnets, and lots more. Classes include hands on activities, YouTube clips, and reading/circle time. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Piano Class - Intermediate Student/Older Beginner | Kim Douglass | Intermediate Piano Class begins where Beginning Piano Class left off. We will start the year at the very beginning, reviewing the basics of music theory, piano hand positions and notes in the key of 'C'. Then we will continue studying more advanced piano technique and music theory, branching out into other keys. Our repertoire will include popular movie and show music along with beginning classical music. Students will have the opportunity to work on ensemble numbers, as well as, individually assigned pieces. This is a perfect class for the older beginner who would like to quickly work through the primer level of piano into more intermediate repertoire. Along with individually constructed assignments, group music theory activities and games keep learning fun. It is important that students put in regular practice time at home, 20-30 minutes a day at least five times a week is required. Checkoff sheets, practice incentives and all music materials will be provided by the instructor. In class, students will work on individually assigned keyboards and headphones, but must have their own acoustic piano or appropriate keyboard to practice at home. Classwork is equivalent to most level two piano instruction programs. Prerequisites: First year piano class or instruction, or desire to work hard through primer level assignments. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Piano Class Instruction for the Beginner | Kim Douglass | So you want to learn to play the piano? This class provides your musician with an opportunity to explore basic piano skills and the foundations of music theory in a fun and interactive group setting. Students begin the year by naming all the notes on the keyboard and end the year having worked through classical technique for scales, chords, basic note-reading skills and transposition of songs in two different keys. The concepts of rhythm, melody, harmony, listening and sight-reading are practiced through participation games and activities, as well as written worksheets. Sheet music is provided for weekly practice that includes classic songs, holiday favorites and traditional hymns. Materials are scaled to include not only age ranges for students, but skill level. It is important that students put in regular practice time at home, 15-20 minutes a day at least four times a week is recommended. Checkoff sheets, practice incentives and all music materials will be provided by the instructor. In class, students will work on individually assigned keyboards and headphones, but must have their own acoustic piano or appropriate keyboard to practice at home. Classwork is equivalent to most primer level and level one piano instruction programs. Students with some previous piano instruction are welcome. |
| 2018-19 | Preschool ABCs | Join our joyful community of young learners as we go on an adventure through the alphabet. This class is designed to help young learners develop pre-reading skills including letter recognition and beginning phonics. We will spend the year exploring literature, learn sign language, use songs and rhymes, and work on fun crafts all centered on the letter of the week. Each week we will do an Alphabet page, which at the end of the year can be put into your own Alphabet book. Your child will also complete an Alphabet letter character that helps them to remember the letter, the letter's sound and the sign that goes with that letter. Prerequisites: Must be potty trained | |
| 2018-19 | Preschool Busy Room | This is a semi-structured free time for kids not quite old enough to hang out in Study Hall and too old to hang out in the nursery with new walkers. We'll read a historical biography, interview each other about our favorite things, listen to music selections from Bach to The Andrews Sisters, and do a whole lot of free play. The kids can get their wiggles out here and still practice some listening skills. Prerequisites: Potty Trained - Pull-ups are okay, but parents must be available to do the changing if needed. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Preschool Busy Room | This is a semi-structured free time for kids not quite old enough to hang out in Study Hall and too old to hang out in the nursery with new walkers. We'll read a historical biography, interview each other about our favorite things, listen to music selections from Bach to The Andrews Sisters, and do a whole lot of free play. The kids can get their wiggles out here and still practice some listening skills. Potty trained. Pull-ups are okay, but parents must be available to do the changing if needed. | |
| 2018-19 | Preschool Busy Room | This is a semi-structured free time for kids not quite old enough to hang out in Study Hall and too old to hang out in the nursery with new walkers. We'll read a historical biography, interview each other about our favorite things, listen to music selections from Bach to The Andrews Sisters, and do a whole lot of free play. The kids can get their wiggles out here and still practice some listening skills. Potty trained. Pull-ups are okay, but parents must be available to do the changing if needed. | |
| 2018-19 | Preschool Gymnastics | Callie Jenson | In this active class boys and girls will have the opportunity to work on balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, and body control while having fun learning some basic gymnastics skills. These skills will include but not limited to jumping, skipping, crab walking, back bends, splits, controlled landings, forward and backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. The class will mainly utilize gymnastics mats, mini-trampoline, and a floor balance beam. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Preschool Spanish | Let's play in Spanish! During this fun preschool class your toddler will be introduced to the Spanish language through specific activities designed for his age. Using songs, movements, stories and games your child will start discovering a new language. We will play, sing and think in Spanish. The goal is to allow your child to get used to the sounds, words and their intonation. It is not too early to start. Studies show that when a 2nd language is introduced early in life, the children will learn it faster and have a better chance to speak it with the appropriate pronunciation. | |
| 2018-19 | Private Instrument (White) | Beginning instruction, 30 minute private lesson on flute, trumpet, saxophone, and violin. Other instruments available upon request. Prerequisites: No previous musical experience required. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Instrument in good working condition. Music books as needed through the year, approximately $30. | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson (45 min) - Piano (Wartes) | 45 minute piano lessons. The lesson will vary depending on the skill level of the student. Lessons will focus on note reading, musicianship, music theory, ear training all based on classical music. Some composers include Bach, Bartok, Schumann, & Kabalevsky. As the student's skills improve, we can branch out into other genres of music including hymns, worship music, reading off of chord charts, and transposing. There will be opportunities to participate in various piano events outside of class since Mrs. Wartes is involved in Washington State Music Teacher's Association. After an evaluation, the teacher will provide all beginning study, repertoire & method books. Younger/ beginner students need a parent/ coach to help with lesson practice, time, and discipline. Practice requirement: 20-30 minutes 5 days/ week for 1-2 year students for 30 minute lessons, 30-45 min for 45 minute lessons, 45-60 min for 60 minute lessons. 30, 45, & 60 minute lessons are available for intermediate or advanced students. Tuition rates are $135, $180, & $225 respectively. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Reading Keyboard Music books - Dozen a Day - Scale and Chord book Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson (45 min) - Piano (Wartes) | 45 minute piano lessons. The lesson will vary depending on the skill level of the student. Lessons will focus on note reading, musicianship, music theory, ear training all based on classical music. Some composers include Bach, Bartok, Schumann, & Kabalevsky. As the student's skills improve, we can branch out into other genres of music including hymns, worship music, reading off of chord charts, and transposing. There will be opportunities to participate in various piano events outside of class since Mrs. Wartes is involved in Washington State Music Teacher's Association. After an evaluation, the teacher will provide all beginning study, repertoire & method books. Younger/ beginner students need a parent/ coach to help with lesson practice, time, and discipline. Practice requirement: 20-30 minutes 5 days/ week for 30 minute lesson (1-2 year students), 30-45 minutes/day for 45 minute lessons, 45-60 minutes/day for 60 minute lessons. 30, 45, & 60 minute lessons are available for intermediate or advanced students. Tuition rates are $135, $180, & $225 respectively. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Reading Keyboard Music books - Dozen a Day - Scale and Chord book Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson (45 min) - Piano (Wartes) | ||
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson (45 min) - Piano (Wartes) | ||
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson (45 min) - Piano (Wartes) | 45 minute piano lessons. The lesson will vary depending on the skill level of the student. Lessons will focus on note reading, musicianship, music theory, ear training all based on classical music. Some composers include Bach, Bartok, Schumann, & Kabalevsky. As the student's skills improve, we can branch out into other genres of music including hymns, worship music, reading off of chord charts, and transposing. There will be opportunities to participate in various piano events outside of class since Mrs. Wartes is involved in Washington State Music Teacher's Association. After an evaluation, the teacher will provide all beginning study, repertoire & method books. Younger/ beginner students need a parent/ coach to help with lesson practice, time, and discipline. Practice requirement: 20-30 minutes 5 days/ week for 1-2 year students. 45 & 60 minute lessons are available for intermediate or advanced students. Tuition rates are $180/mo & $225/mo respectively. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Reading Keyboard Music books - Dozen a Day - Scale and Chord book Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Guitar (Jones) | Come take lessons from a professional music teacher with over 15 years of private teaching experience in the Seattle area! Lessons are catered to the individual and designed to be engaging and inspiring. All levels welcome! | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Guitar (Jones) | Come take lessons from a professional music teacher with over 15 years of private teaching experience in the Seattle area! Lessons are catered to the individual and designed to be engaging and inspiring. All levels welcome! | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Guitar (Jones) | Come take lessons from a professional music teacher with over 15 years of private teaching experience in the Seattle area! Lessons are catered to the individual and designed to be engaging and inspiring. All levels welcome! | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Piano (Wartes) | 30 minute piano lessons. The lesson will vary depending on the skill level of the student. Lessons will focus on note reading, musicianship, music theory, ear training all based on classical music. Some composers include Bach, Bartok, Schumann, & Kabalevsky. As the student's skills improve, we can branch out into other genres of music including hymns, worship music, reading off of chord charts, and transposing. There will be opportunities to participate in various piano events outside of class since Mrs. Wartes is involved in Washington State Music Teacher's Association. After an evaluation, the teacher will provide all beginning study, repertoire & method books. Younger/ beginner students need a parent/ coach to help with lesson practice, time, and discipline. Practice requirement: 20-30 minutes 5 days/ week for 1-2 year students. 45 & 60 minute lessons are available for intermediate or advanced students. Tuition rates are $180/mo & $225/mo respectively. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Reading Keyboard Music books - Dozen a Day - Scale and Chord book Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Piano (Wartes) | 30 minute piano lessons. The lesson will vary depending on the skill level of the student. Lessons will focus on note reading, musicianship, music theory, ear training all based on classical music. Some composers include Bach, Bartok, Schumann, & Kabalevsky. As the student's skills improve, we can branch out into other genres of music including hymns, worship music, reading off of chord charts, and transposing. There will be opportunities to participate in various piano events outside of class since Mrs. Wartes is involved in Washington State Music Teacher's Association. After an evaluation, the teacher will provide all beginning study, repertoire & method books. Younger/ beginner students need a parent/ coach to help with lesson practice, time, and discipline. Practice requirement: 20-30 minutes 5 days/ week for 1-2 year students. 45 & 60 minute lessons are available for intermediate or advanced students. Tuition rates are $180/mo & $225/mo respectively. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Reading Keyboard Music books - Dozen a Day - Scale and Chord book Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Violin (Sauvage) | Violin Lessons - Objective: The students will learn to play the violin using a mixture of Russian and Hungarian pedagogies in a private setting. My primary training has been a mixture of Russian School and Hungarian School techniques. I believe that each person is unique and that a 'one size fits all' approach does not effectively work when teaching music. When I meet with each individual student, I assess their technical level and create an individualized curriculum. The curriculum will consist of: * Scales * Technical Exercises * Student Selected Pieces * Applicable Musicianship Exercises * Student Chosen Performance Pieces. As part of the musicianship, the students will learn how to notate and play their favorite songs as a means to provide a tangible connection between the written theory, ear training, and instrumental performance. They will also learn how to write their own duets for pieces that they know well. Students will be expected to practice on a daily basis between 10-30 mins and I have created a practice tracking log so that both the student and myself can visually see the progress that they have made. If grading is required, it will be determined by the amount of progress made from the first to last lesson of the term as well as the tracking the amount of practicing in their practice logs. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Violin (Sauvage) | Violin Lessons - Objective: The students will learn to play the violin using a mixture of Russian and Hungarian pedagogies in a private setting. My primary training has been a mixture of Russian School and Hungarian School techniques. I believe that each person is unique and that a 'one size fits all' approach does not effectively work when teaching music. When I meet with each individual student, I assess their technical level and create an individualized curriculum. The curriculum will consist of: * Scales * Technical Exercises * Student Selected Pieces * Applicable Musicianship Exercises * Student Chosen Performance Pieces. As part of the musicianship, the students will learn how to notate and play their favorite songs as a means to provide a tangible connection between the written theory, ear training, and instrumental performance. They will also learn how to write their own duets for pieces that they know well. Students will be expected to practice on a daily basis between 10-30 mins and I have created a practice tracking log so that both the student and myself can visually see the progress that they have made. If grading is required, it will be determined by the amount of progress made from the first to last lesson of the term as well as the tracking the amount of practicing in their practice logs. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Violin (Sauvage) | Violin Lessons - Objective: The students will learn to play the violin using a mixture of Russian and Hungarian pedagogies in a private setting. My primary training has been a mixture of Russian School and Hungarian School techniques. I believe that each person is unique and that a 'one size fits all' approach does not effectively work when teaching music. When I meet with each individual student, I assess their technical level and create an individualized curriculum. The curriculum will consist of: * Scales * Technical Exercises * Student Selected Pieces * Applicable Musicianship Exercises * Student Chosen Performance Pieces. As part of the musicianship, the students will learn how to notate and play their favorite songs as a means to provide a tangible connection between the written theory, ear training, and instrumental performance. They will also learn how to write their own duets for pieces that they know well. Students will be expected to practice on a daily basis between 10-30mins and I have created a practice tracking log so that both the student and myself can visually see the progress that they have made. If grading is required, it will be determined by the amount of progress made from the first to last lesson of the term as well as the tracking the amount of practicing in their practice logs. | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Violin (Sauvage) | Violin Lessons - Objective: The students will learn to play the violin using a mixture of Russian and Hungarian pedagogies in a private setting. My primary training has been a mixture of Russian School and Hungarian School techniques. I believe that each person is unique and that a 'one size fits all' approach does not effectively work when teaching music. When I meet with each individual student, I assess their technical level and create an individualized curriculum. The curriculum will consist of: * Scales * Technical Exercises * Student Selected Pieces * Applicable Musicianship Exercises * Student Chosen Performance Pieces. As part of the musicianship, the students will learn how to notate and play their favorite songs as a means to provide a tangible connection between the written theory, ear training, and instrumental performance. They will also learn how to write their own duets for pieces that they know well. Students will be expected to practice on a daily basis between 10-30mins and I have created a practice tracking log so that both the student and myself can visually see the progress that they have made. If grading is required, it will be determined by the amount of progress made from the first to last lesson of the term as well as the tracking the amount of practicing in their practice logs. | |
| 2018-19 | Private Lesson - Violin (Sauvage) | ||
| 2018-19 | Responding to Literature | So many good books, so little time! This class is designed to introduce the rudiments of critical reading, discussion, and analytic writing skills to the pre-high school student. Using a variety of engaging and well-known works of literature, we will hone discussion skills and learn the basics of writing literary analysis. Strong reading skills are recommended, as all reading will be done outside of class time. Parents are encouraged to be familiar with the books read in order to discuss possible mature subject matter with their students. Books are taught on a three year rotating cycle. This year's books include The Westing Game, The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, A Wrinkle in Time, A Christmas Carol, The Red Pony, The Miracle Worker, Anne Frank: the Diary of a Young Girl, and various short stories and poems. Prerequisites: Students should be independent readers and familiar with a multi-paragraph essay. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Parent will purchase books based on letter provided by instructor. Some additional materials may be available online. | |
| 2018-19 | Rocks, Minerals, Fossils & Dinosaurs | Patrick Nurre | In this class kids will learn the basic science of rocks, minerals, fossils and dinosaurs, as well as a Biblical view of them. The kids will learn how the Genesis Flood explains the fossils and dinosaur bones. They will learn what the different dinosaur names mean and how we got the names. There will be activities to supplement the subject matter and each student will receive a rock, mineral and fossil kit to go with their class. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Saxon Algebra 1 | Meg Garrison | The Saxon Algebra 1 textbook takes us through the typical Algebra 1 scope and sequence (listed at the end). - Each week will consist of one hour of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students, AND an additional hour of Skype as a class, every Thursday at 11:00 am. I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype. - Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will provide tests every week which will be turned in to me the following week for grading. Tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision; a parent needs to sign each test, ensuring that no extra material was used during the test. - Topics covered: fractions, decimals, graphing, real numbers, unit multipliers, ratio, proportion, percent, exponents, roots, probability and statistics, polynomials, rational expressions, solving equations, linear equations, quadratic equations, functions, line segments, polygons, circles, triangles, geometric solids, area, and surface area. - Tuition: $35/month. This includes the tests I will hand out each week. - Pretest: Before class starts in the fall, I will e-mail you a short, very basic pretest for your child to take, just to make sure there aren't major gaps in his/her previous math. No need to study up for it beforehand. - This course is worth one full credit of high school math. Algebra 1: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition (Saxon) ISBN: 978-1-56577-134-5; - AND Saxon Algebra 1: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition ISBN: 978-1-56577-137-6 or last digit is 0. Successful completion of a pre-algebra course, and taking the pretest mentioned above. |
| 2018-19 | Saxon Algebra 2 | Meg Garrison | The Saxon Algebra 2 textbook takes us through a typical scope and sequence (listed at the end). - Each week will consist of one hour of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students, AND an additional hour of Skype as a class, every Wednesday at 10:00am.. I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype. - Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent will grade the homework. - Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will provide tests every week which will be turned in to me the following week for grading. Tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision; a parent needs to sign each test, ensuring that no extra material was used during the test. - Topics covered: fractions, decimals, graphing, real numbers, unit multipliers, ratio, proportion, percent, exponents, roots, probability and statistics, polynomials, rational expressions, solving equations, linear equations, quadratic equations, functions, line segments, polygons, circles, triangles, geometric solids, area, surface area, complex numbers, constructions, proofs, and more. - Tuition: $35/month. This includes the tests I will hand out each week. - Pretest: Before class starts in the fall, I will e-mail you a short, very basic pretest for your child to take, just to make sure there aren't major gaps in his/her previous math. No need to study up for it beforehand. - This course is worth one full credit of high school math. Prerequisites: Taking the pretest mentioned above, and successful completion of Algebra I that includes some geometry. Saxon Algebra 2: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition ISBN:1-56577-140-0 or last digit is 6. - AND Saxon Algebra 2: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition ISBN: 978-1-56577-143-7 or last digit is 5. AND you will need a TI-84 or TI-83 graphing calculator. |
| 2018-19 | Saxon Pre-Algebra | Meg Garrison | The Saxon Algebra 1/2 textbook takes us through a typical scope and sequence (listed at the end). A good understanding of math basics is essential for learning, comprehending, and enjoying upper level math. Pre-Algebra is an important stepping stone in this process. Each week will consist of one hour of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students, I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype. Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent will grade the homework. Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will provide tests every week which will be turned in to me the following week for grading. Tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision; a parent needs to sign each test, ensuring that no extra material was used during the test. Topics covered: fractions, decimals, mixed numbers, signed numbers, word problems, unit multipliers, ratios, proportions, percents, divisibility, rounding, place value, order of operations, scientific notation, evaluation and simplification of algebraic expressions, solving equations, linear equations, perimeter, area, surface area, volume, some geometry, and more. Pretest: Before class starts in the fall, I will e-mail you a short, very basic pretest for your child to take, just to make sure there aren't major gaps in his/her previous math. No need to study up for it beforehand. |
| 2018-19 | Science Safari | Molly Hurd | We will go on a science safari! Classes will be filled with activities, labs, and art projects. Students will receive a notebook filled with all topics we cover. In the fall we will learn about bugs/insects, bats, birds, and local trees (very fall activities). Second part of the year we will do a unit on chemistry basics, electricity & magnetism, and geology. Learn about atoms, states of matter, density, pH, circuits, and grow some crystals. Occasional homework project. Goal is that students will be exposed to a variety of science fields, learn fundamentals of each, and be excited to pursue more science in the future. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Seals, Sharks and Cephalopods | Cydney Adler | From the rivers and streams to the mighty ocean, God filled the Earth's waters with animals great and small. This course takes us on an exploration into the wonders of the swimming creatures made on the fifth day of Creation. From the microscopic to the massive, no stone is left unturned in your student's passage through the waters of the world. A chance to wonder at God's design in the amazing aquatic animals He formed and fashioned on the fifth day. Many hands-on experiments make learning fun and engaging. Homework is optional and takes ~1 - 2 hours per week Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Exploring Creation With Swimming Creatures of the 5th day, Fulbright, Publishers: Apologia Educational Ministries ISBN13: 9781932012736 Parent Provided Items: Text book - Instructor provides spiral bound Notebooking Journal Parent Provided Items: TBD |
| 2018-19 | Signing & Storytime for Young Learners | This class will be a combination of an introduction to American Sign Language, reading children's literature and free play. We will play, sing, and sign along with Signing Time DVD's as well as utilize picture books, games, flashcards, songs, poems and activities to reinforce sign language instruction. Sample of topics include: basic vocabulary, finger spelling, letters, numbers and a variety of other themes (colors, zoo & farm animals, seasons, feelings, pets, and family). The book Sign Language: My First 100 Words by Scholastic will be included in the materials fee to assist students as they practice their signs at home. Prerequisites: Potty Trained Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Soccer for Kids | New and returning students alike will have a blast playing fun mini soccer games, learning new skills and honing old ones in this very active and energetic class. Students will not be waiting in long lines to do drills nor stand around listening to lectures by their coach/instructor. Each class time is maximized for fun and lots of touches on the ball which is the quickest way to improve soccer for young players. Perfect for beginning to intermediate players. More advanced players will be challenged at their own level by the instructor who holds a USSF National 'E' coaching license. Nuggets of spiritual truth will be woven into the soccer games and training when appropriate. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | SPLAT-THAT! Preschool Art | Finger Paint, Shaving Cream, and Glue? Oh My!! This class will inspire your young artist to get messy & create a masterpiece at the same time! This class takes some of its inspiration from the book, Big Messy Art Book by MaryAnn F. Kohl. This class will be all about the process of art & teaching them to be creative thinkers. Having them focus on the process, rather than the product will help build their confidence & creativity, while instilling respect & good manners. Text: Big Messy Art Book by MaryAnn F. Kohl Prerequisites: Potty Trained | |
| 2018-19 | Spoken Language Arts Jr. | Some kids love to talk, while others barely speak above a whisper. This class is designed to give the younger student an opportunity to speak with and in front of others. They will build confidence and learn how to channel their energy in a productive way in order to focus and communicate a message or entertain with a story. Units of study include activities such as tongue twisters, poetry, reading aloud, impromptu sharing, Reader's Theater, puppetry, and expository speech. Assignments are fun and designed to help students gain confidence and skill in real life speaking situations. - Homework: Approximately 5-30 minutes a week, usually consisting of collecting something for class, sharing what they are learning, or practicing their performance piece. No memorization required. | |
| 2018-19 | stART | stART is a combination of Stories + Art/Crafts. This class is designed to help enrich your child's love for reading and provide an opportunity for them to have fun discovering their own creativity. Join us as we explore great literature and use a variety of art mediums to create an assortment of projects and crafts based on stories used as a springboard for artistic inspiration. Themes may include: Seasons, Holidays, Authors and Series (i.e. Apples, Leaves, Pumpkins, Christmas, Snowflakes, Dr. Seuss, Eric Carle, and more). Through reading interesting books and giving children the opportunity to develop their artistic skills I hope to provide an environment where they can be imaginatively inspired, experience books coming alive, experiment with various art materials and have fun! Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Storybook Theatre | Kim Douglass | In Storybook Theatre students play games and participate in class activities to improve not only their theatre skills of singing, dancing and acting, but life skills of listening, sharing and relating to others in a group. This is a fun energetic class where students are encouraged to be creative through interaction with classmates. Every student will receive a speaking role in our two fully staged Storybook productions. No prior experience or training is required. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, costumes, sets and production support. Our two productions (one at Christmas and one in May) will be held directly after school. Performance dates will be announced in the fall. Regular class attendance and line memorization are required! |
| 2018-19 | Storybook Theatre Junior | Kim Douglass | The junior version of Storybook Theatre is aimed at the younger elementary student who wants to tell stories through drama and music. Similar to its counterpart, Storybook Theatre JUNIOR encourages creativity through group participation. Every class includes games and activities that work on stage presentation skills of singing, dancing, acting, and life activities of listening, sharing and presenting. Every student will receive a speaking-role in our two fully staged productions. All of our productions are tailored around the students in each class. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, costumes, sets and production support. Our two productions (one at Christmas and one in May) will be held directly after school. Performance dates will be announced in the fall. Regular class attendance and some line memorization are required! |
| 2018-19 | String Ensemble | This class would be an opportunity for students who take violin, viola, cello, or bass lessons to come together once a week and collaborate together to make beautiful music. The music would be based on the playing level of the students and would be picked from the Classical canon. - - Ensembles are a wonderful opportunity for students to grow as musicians in a supportive group of fellow students all working towards a common goal of a performance-ready piece(s) of music. In addition to the musical aspects, there are also real-life skills that are strengthened by playing in an ensemble. These include: - * Teamwork - * Problem Solving - * Communication - * Critical Thinking - * Responsibility Prerequisites: The student must be able to read music and have at least a year of private instruction on either the violin, viola, cell, or string bass. The student must also provide their own instrument. | |
| 2018-19 | Superb Social Skills Playgroup | The use of social language to interact with peers is important in the educational setting. Superb Social Skills Playgroup is a class that teaches students social skills in an engaging play-based environment by a certified speech-language pathologist. Cooperative play, turn-taking, listening in a classroom, conversational skills, and emotional awareness will be taught using story time, games, snack time, collaborative group art projects, and most importantly, free play. It will be a fun, interactive playtime with friends! Prerequisites: Potty Trained Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Teen & Tween Cooking Class | It's no secret teens and tweens LOVE to eat! This cooking class, with tantalizing recipes and weekly hands-on culinary experience, will open the door to greater independence and give your child the confidence needed to be self-sufficient in the kitchen. This class is not only an educational experience, it also gives your child the chance to hang-out with friends & work side-by-side creating delicious, mouthwatering food together. Past recipes include: Banana split brownies, calzones and pizzas, rainbow fruit kabobs, Starbuck's pumpkin scones, mini-chocolate lava cakes, French crepes with all the fixings, lemon bars, fettuccini alfredo, and crème puffs ! This class is spelled: Y-u-m-m-y---F-u-n! PLEASE NOTE: If your child has food allergies to wheat, gluten, dairy, eggs, or food color they may not want to participate in this class as we will utilize many of these ingredients on a weekly basis. Materials fee is 32 weeks X $3.90 for food per week. | |
| 2018-19 | The Joy of Books Playgroup | The Joy of Books Playgroup, taught by a certified speech-language pathologist, focuses on language and communication skills in a fun and engaging hands-on environment. Using books as a springboard, other activities such as games, crafts, songs, and dramatic play will strengthen vocabulary, social language, and pre-reading skills. We'll make way for ducks, peddle some caps, and cook some stone soup. Come join the fun! Prerequisites: Potty Trained Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | The Learning Kitchen - Cooking | Wendy Mar | Food — It is what brings people together. Empowerment —To know how to cook and not be afraid to tackle a recipe. The Goal —To equip kids to make wonderful foods that bring family and friends together. In The Learning Kitchen, we will learn and have fun in making various foods from around the world, such as making tortillas from scratch, or how to pleat Asian dumplings, how to make a chocolate cake without eggs, all the while learning how to follow recipe instructions, measuring techniques, and math (addition, fractions). The recipe of the week will be provided at each class and the class cookbook will be provided at the end of the school year. |
| 2018-19 | The Writer's Notebook | The Writer's Notebook is the place where all good ideas start and develop. It is a safe space where topics are brainstormed, leads are explored; new skills are honed and young authors bloom. A writer might explore a new genre or test out a new revision strategy. It is their Notebook and it is their space to explore both the ideas within them and the world outside of them. In The Writer's Notebook students will be asked to write 3-5 times a week for at least a page at a time. They will become responsible for bringing forth their own topics and deciding which ones are shared with the class. They will look for patterns in their writing, areas where they could improve, and above all they will write. The student's writing fluency will increase as will their abilities to use their skills in grammar and spelling. This is a class for both reluctant writers and those students who already see themself as a writer. Homework will be roughly 20-30 minutes each night. In addition, silent reading each night is highly encouraged. Voracious readers make excellent writers! This is not a place where perfection in spelling or punctuation matters. We will work on that. Students do need to have the fine motor skills to write at least one paragraph on their own. Prerequisites: Ability to read 20 minutes each night. - Fine Motor Skills to write at least one paragraph. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | This is My Country! | Junior Geographers will have fun discovering America as we travel through the United States, singing patriotic songs and collecting souvenirs as we go. We'll begin with our national capital and symbols, and then visit several states each week. Colorful maps and fact pages help us learn each state's capital, major cities, attractions, bird, tree, flower, flag and motto. We'll also discuss each state's history, famous citizens, and foods. Each student will also have the opportunity to give an oral report on a state of their choosing. There is no homework outside of class required other than preparation for this oral report and several optional activities. Please note: This is the LAST YEAR this class will be offered by Mrs. Brenna. | |
| 2018-19 | Vibrant Voices Chorus | The Vibrant Voices Chorus welcomes students who wish to discover the strength and beauty of his/her own unique voice, sing in parts and learn to sightread music. We'll achieve this by developing healthy vocal techniques, tackling multi-part music and singing in solfege through a program called Patterns in Sound. Required homework: 1 hour, 15 minutes practice time over the material covered in the previous class session. | |
| 2018-19 | Washington State History | Alex Binz | History and Cultures of Washington State and the PNW, encompassing the history, geography, economics and civics of our great state. From native cultures, the great Missoula Flood, and Lewis and Clark, through the Whitmans, the Alaska Gold Rush, Boeing, and the Tech boom, we'll look at the breadth of our state's experience. We'll also consider the history of the church in this, perhaps the most un-churched state in the union. Prerequisites: American history, even at an elementary level, would be a great help. The Washington Journey, ISBN: 978-1-4236-0622-2 Publisher: Gibbs Smith Education - https://store.gibbssmitheducation.com/Washington-Journey-The-Student-Edition-P103.aspx |
| 2018-19 | Why Am I? | WHY AM I? The two most important days in life are the day you are born and the day you figure out why. Mark Twain. -This course is designed to take the student through the process of exchanging doubt with quiet confidence. We will navigate the culture of materialism that is predominant in our society and ultimately, we present special creation and Christianity as the singular, satisfying and wholly sustainable conclusion. In thirty-two sessions, the student will engage in a systematic enquiry into identity, destiny, value and purpose. The most profound questions possible to man are the questions of 'who am I' and 'why am I'. Pursuing these leads a person to an encounter with the God of the universe; and stepping into this reality is the starting point for fullness in life. In developing this curriculum ten years ago, I discovered a forgotten motive. This is the class I wish I had taken before graduating high school! It is a class designed to solidify faith...answer the sticky questions and send the student out with the boldness that can only come with assurance. Please note; the temptation is to categorize this curriculum as 'apologetics'. I'd prefer that it isn't. Students are provided a binder, and throughout the year they build their own text. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | Wild Kratts Kids | Come take a walk on the wild side as we use the popular PBS series, Wild Kratts, as our starting point to explore some of the amazing creature powers that God has given animals. We will learn about a new animal each week using lessons, activities and crafts, as well as occasional Wild Kratts clips and snacks. Along the way, children will accumulate their own creature power discs! Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: TBD | |
| 2018-19 | World Literature | This class is a high school level survey of literature from a variety of countries and regions including Russia, Africa, China, Japan, India, Iran, and South America. In addition to reading and discussing a wide range of novels from different cultures, students will write literary analyses focusing on literary concepts such as character, point of view, conflict, theme, and symbolism. Students will also use internet research skills to compose brief written assignments prior to each new unit. The reading and writing for this course constitutes a high school level English class. Prerequisites: Students should be strong, independent readers and proficient at writing a multi-paragraph essay. Curriculum Used: See Class Description Parent Provided Items: Students will purchase books based on list provided by instructor. Additional materials will be accessible online. | |
| 2018-19 | Writer's Workshop | AmyJoy Stoesz | Have you ever described a chocolate chip cookie to an alien from outer space? This is one of the many engaging lessons offered in Writer's Workshop. Writer's Workshop is designed to inspire, equip and encourage your child to write. We begin each genre by listening to an engaging children's book. Throughout the year, children learn to write five sentence personal narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive paragraphs. We end the year with letter writing and poetry. Children also learn to brainstorm, draft, revise, edit and publish. Additionally, students gain confidence as they share their writing in front of peers. Optional homework may include worksheets and short writing assignments. Approximate homework time: 50-60min a week *Please note: I intentionally keep this class small (8-15 students) so I can individualize expectations to meet each student's current writing level. Prerequisites: Ability to write a simple sentence |
| 2018-19 | Writing and the Land of Narnia, Volume 2 | Using the Structure and Style system developed by the Institute for Excellence in Writing we will explore the last four novels in C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia series (Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, The Silver Chair, and The Last Battle) and use the novels as a backdrop for learning advanced writing skills. This class is geared for those students who one year of experience with IEW or a solid writing foundation. Coursework will be comprised of reading assignments from the novels and source texts on related topics and weekly writing assignments. Checklists will be used for every lesson to enable students to navigate through the writing process. The weekly lessons assigned from the Student Book involve an outline, rough draft, and final draft. The instructor will review all writing assignments and provide feedback to help spur on the journey to great writing! Expect 2-4 hours of homework each week. This writing and reading class is a one credit high school English course. Prerequisites: One-year experience with IEW or intermediate writing level; 8th grade with instructor approval Parent Provided Items: 3-ring binder with dividers IEW Following Narnia Volume 2 Student Book, 3 of C.S. Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia books (Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, The Silver Chair, and The Last Battle). The following books may also be assigned: The Narnian: The Life and Imagination of C.S. Lewis (ISBN 0061448729), and The Screwtape Letters (ISBN 0060652934). | |
| 2018-19 | Young Artists | Penny Lau | Let's celebrate the artist in every child and provide opportunities for your young artist to paint like the Masters. We are created in the image of our creator and with the ability to artistically create unique and artistic masterpieces. Through a variety of art projects, your young artist will experiment with lines, shapes, colors, textures, and various mediums. In addition to drawing and painting with quality materials, your artist will create beautiful clay projects, work with wood to create a beautiful Christmas tree, and a wooden pull toy. We will tie-dye t-shirts, and work with Paper Mache. New artists and projects included. Be willing to try new things |
| 2018-19 | Young Gym | Let's Play! In this class for 3 and 4 year olds, each week we review, learn & develop locomotor, nonlocomotor and manipulative skills on different levels. This is done through gross motor movement and play using individual movements (walking, running, jumping, hopping, sliding, galloping, leaping, skipping and more) with manipulation (throwing, catching, kicking, dribbling) plus partner, team or large group activities. Each class will open with an activity, then we break for a group warm up on mats then head right back into activities. While they are having a lot of fun playing and moving they will also learn about encouraging one another, teamwork, sportsmanship, and following directions. Please have your child wear non-marking tennis shoes and bring a water bottle to each class. | |
| 2019-20 | Academic Writing | Writing is like math because it is objective; however, writing is not like math because it is subjective. This class provides students with the objective structure and subjective feedback needed to be successful writers. Its goals include: teaching how to write a basic five paragraph essay, supplying tips to improve writing, and giving practice through a variety of assignments. Essay forms introduced: expository, persuasive, literary analysis, opinion editorial, and college application. Coursework involves lecture, note taking, vocabulary, composition, peer editing, grammar review, and quizzes. Academic Writing qualifies as a high school English credit. This class is repeatable. Each year is unique and offers a variety of essay topics to further writing practice. - Homework: Approximately 4 hours a week. - For questions and/or class syllabus: [email protected]. Prerequisites: Student must have access to a computer, printer, and the Internet. Student should be able to write a quality paragraph. Curriculum Used: Teacher provides all materials. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | American Girl History with Mysteries | Step back in time with Caroline, Addy, Samantha, Rebecca and Maryellen as we explore United States history with mysteries. After introducing our characters with books 1 and 2, we will dive into the well-written American Girl mysteries, you're the detective! Delve into the intriguing War of 1812, learn about African-American history and the Civil War, discover the Progressive Era, study immigrants in the 1900's, and find hidden treasure off the coast of sunny Florida. This class will include weekly discussions, maps, timelines, critical thinking puzzles, writing, drawings, presentations, crafts, and your favorite and mine's dolly and me tea party. Caroline's peppermint tea with Addy's sugar cookies anyone? Come springtime, girl detectives can add to the fun by solving an interactive mystery in class. American Girl historical mysteries are geared for ages 9-12 taking content a bit deeper and include a Looking Back section. Prerequisites: Ability to read and write/copy independently Curriculum Used: Book list of American Girl Mysteries will be provided later. Books can be found online, in a used bookstore, or at the local library. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: See booklist. | |
| 2019-20 | Animal Adventure | Jody Campbell | Join us as we explore all about animals, taught by a veterinarian. Each week we will learn about a new animal by reading animal books, playing cooperative games, coloring, drawing, and creating crafts. There may even be dancing (cue: Chicken Dance)! We will learn interesting facts about animals including their habitat, what they eat, unique traits, and what their hobbies are. This will be a fun and interactive class for students to learn about animals of the land, air, and sea. Students can help direct the class by suggesting their favorite animal(s) to learn about. Prerequisites: None. Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: None |
| 2019-20 | Animal Science | Jody Campbell | Love animals? Love science? This is the class for you! Come learn about animals from a veterinarian and explore how unique animals are in their structure and needs. This science-based class will cover basics of animal anatomy (the parts of the body), physiology (how the body works), and pathology (diseases of the body). We will focus mainly on domestic/common species and touch on exotics as well. Class activities include: lecture, activities, hands-on labs, and discussion. Each student will research an animal of their choice and give a short (2-10 min) presentation. No homework, though additional worksheets and study materials are available. We may perform dissection(s) pending student interest and comfort. Students enrolled in this class are not required to participate in dissection. |
| 2019-20 | Animals Around the World | AmyJoy Stoesz | Drawing and handwriting require many of the same skills. This class will not only engage students in learning the seven continents, but will also carefully help students develop the skills it takes to strengthen their letter formation skills. We will travel the world, learning about various animals and their habitats. Weekly, students will follow step by step drawings of animals. Students will be encouraged to use their creativity by adding to the background of each scene. Students enjoy sharing their unique, hand drawn books with their families and friends. Each class begins with prayer and a song. No Homework! Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Ballet 1 | Let us praise His name with dancing! Learn classical ballet technique, terms, and positions in this level 1 ballet class. Sample class: warm-up, stretch, and conditioning; ballet instruction; leaps, jumps & turns; free praise dance; scripture circle. Choreographed Christmas and spring performances are included. Ellista Smith (choreographer and performer with 14 years' dance experience) trains at Evergreen City Ballet and teaches dance classes independently and at homeschool co-ops. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Attire: Any color leotard, pink tights and ballet shoes. For performances: black leotard, pink tights and ballet shoes. | |
| 2019-20 | Beginning Chess | Marilyn Wilke | Playing chess improves concentration, problem-solving skills and pattern recognition and it's fun for all ages! This class is for students new to the game or those who need more practice before entering the intermediate class. We will start with the basic rules of chess and notation and move on to simple tactics and checkmate patterns. Each class period will include a chess lesson and playing time. Emphasis will be on learning the game, having fun, and practicing good sportsmanship. At the end of the year we will play a friendly tournament with prizes. Students need to bring a chess set with notation markings to class each week. Homework: Completing one online lesson and one workbook lesson per week (approximately ½ hour) and playing games with family or friends. Prerequisites: able to read Curriculum Used: Chess Rules for Students by John Bain ISBN 0:9639614-2-X Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: chess set with algebraic notation on board |
| 2019-20 | Beginning Entrepreneur | Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Do you want to be your own boss? In the class Beginning Entrepreneur you will learn the process of starting a business by formulating your own business plan and developing a comprehensive marketing strategy around your plan. You will also learn to understand economic, financial and marketing business concepts in a real world, practical way working with Steve Mariotti's award winning High School and College curriculum, Entrepreneurship: Owning Your Future. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: By Steve Mariotti: Entrepreneurship: Owning Your Future (High School Textbook) (11th Edition) Eleventh Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Student Activity Workbook for Entrepreneurship: Owning Your Future (High School Workbook) 11th Edition ISBN-10: 0135150000 - ISBN-13: 978-0135150009 | |
| 2019-20 | Biblical Apologetics | Patrick Nurre | The objective of this class will be to equip high school students with reasoning skills and Biblically-based knowledge to defend their Christian faith and to be able to help others believe the Scriptures. Specific topics that will be addressed will include: philosophers and their impact on Christian faith, knowing how to spot the difference between science and philosophy, resolving the age of the Earth conflict, radiometric dating, the fossil evidence behind human evolution, dinosaur to bird evolution, intelligent design, knowing the difference between evolutionary adaptation and the Genesis kinds, the role of Scripture in the science/Bible controversy, and, dynamics of epistemology and eschatology. Please be aware that the instructor will be teaching from a young earth, global flood perspective and a Christian perspective. The course would require students to spend about 1 hour per week in outside reading assignments, preparation for quizzes and tests and some writing. The student will be given grades based on their assignment completion and quiz and test scores. Prerequisites: None. Curriculum Used: Genesis and Apologetics, authored by the instructor. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Student expected to provide a 3 ring binder with lined paper and colored pencils |
| 2019-20 | Biblical Worldview | This Biblical Worldview class will focus specifically on what it means to be a good and faithful servant of God (Matthew 25:23). This class will equip them to choose God first in every area of their lives based on these biblical truths: God owns all things because He created and sustains all things; He has entrusted me with certain gifts and wants me to use these gifts for His glory; I honor God by using my money and possessions wisely; I glorify Him by investing my time and talents wisely; my body is not my own but has been bought at a price; God expects me to care for His creation; God will reward me for my faithfulness. This class will be an interactive class encouraging discussion, personal application, scripture memorization, and completing the corresponding notebooking journal. The journal includes intentional writing prompts, puzzles, activities, and mini books. Minimum homework. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Notebook journal will be included in supply fee, textbook is optional- Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Textbook optional and not mandatory: What on Earth Can I do? Apologia 978-1-935495-10-9, Notebooking journal provided by teacher | |
| 2019-20 | Book Club | In Book Club students meet with their friends to discuss a great book by authors such as Patricia St. John, Robert Lawson, Pearl S. Buck, E.B. White, and C.S. Lewis. Students will be introduced to important elements of literary analysis such as figurative language, point of view and theme. They will practice group discussion skills of questioning, listening and engaging thoughtfully with their peers and with ideas expressed in the books. We also enjoy occasional story-inspired games and crafts, and practice public speaking by presenting book recommendations and author biographies. Homework is to complete the reading (about one book every two weeks) and the provided reading guide. Prerequisites: Students should have competent independent reading skills Curriculum Used: Parents should be prepared to borrow from the library or purchase 15-17 books over the course of the year. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Parents should be prepared to borrow from the library or purchase 15-17 books over the course of the year. | |
| 2019-20 | Club Zoom | Perry Jones | Students in grades 3-5 will participate in exciting STEAM activities, science experiments, games, crafts and lots of laughter. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will learn the important skill of working as a team. Throughout each semester, students will have plenty of opportunities to earn ZOOM BUCKS to spend at Mrs. Sivley's store which is only open twice a year. Some of the favorite past activities in Club ZOOM were film canister rockets, catapults, human-sized bubbles, gerbil mazes, marshmallow poppers, marshmallow towers, golf ball towers, cornstarch slime and Minute To Win It relay games. Occasionally kids will be asked to save items from home to upcycle and use for projects. Example: Empty paper towel rolls, newspaper, plastic yogurt containers, 2 liter bottles, etc. Students will have the opportunity to participate in our class Science Fair and present a report twice through the year. Guest speakers may occasionally share with our class on their careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math to inspire kids to imagine beyond the classroom how these skills are used in the workforce to glorify God. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Recyclables |
| 2019-20 | Club Zoom EXTREME | Perry Jones | Club Zoom EXTREME is a brand new class being offered exclusively at Heritage. It's a spin off it's original and younger class, Club Zoom. Club Zoom EXTREME is designed to go more in-depth with each activity appropriate for the middle school level and is designed to get kids excited about the amazing world God made. Students in grades 6-8 will participate in exciting STEAM activities, science experiments, games, team competitions, extreme crafting and lots of laughter. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will learn the important skill of working as a team. Throughout each semester, students will have plenty of opportunities to earn ZOOM BUCKS to spend at Mrs. Sivley's store which is only open twice a year. Club Zoom EXTREME just might dabble in Mentos & Diet Coke rockets, film canister rockets, catapults, human-sized bubbles, gerbil mazes, marshmallow poppers, marshmallow towers, golf ball towers, cornstarch slime, electric bicycles, gingerbread house engineering, Minute To Win It relay games, and fort building. If your student has taken Club Zoom before, some activities will be repeated in addition to brand new material being presented to this new age group. The students will have the opportunity to present a tri-fold poster in front of the class for their Science Fair projects in the fall AND spring. Students will explain to the class how they used the scientific method throughout their reports. Some note taking and data collection will be required in class as students experiment with variables in their learning process. Though some activities are based on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math; this is NOT a class full of widgets and expensive digital toys. The focus is more on problem solving, working together, using the materials presented and thinking outside of the box. Guest speakers may occasionally share with our class on their careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math to inspire kids to imagine beyond the classroom how these skills are used in the workforce to glorify God. Occasionally kids will be asked to save items from home to upcycle and use for projects. Example: Empty paper towel rolls, newspaper, plastic yogurt containers, 2 liter bottles, etc. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Recyclables |
| 2019-20 | Club Zoom Jr. | Perry Jones | New this year! Mature Kindergartners are welcome! Students in grades K-2 will participate in exciting STEAM activities, science experiments, games, crafts and lots of laughter. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will be introduced to the important skill of working as a team. Throughout each semester, students will have plenty of opportunities to earn ZOOM BUCKS to spend at Mrs. Sivley's store which is only open twice a year. Some of the favorite past activities in Club ZOOM were film canister rockets, catapults, human-sized bubbles, gerbil mazes, marshmallow poppers, marshmallow towers, golf ball towers, cornstarch slime and Minute To Win It relay games. The students will have the opportunity to present a basic poster board report in front of the class for their Science Fair project. Parents are invited to participate to help younger students make their basic presentation to the class if they need assistance. No homework! Occasionally kids will be asked to save items from home to upcycle and use for projects. Example: Empty paper towel rolls, newspaper, plastic yogurt containers 2 liter bottles, etc. Guest speakers will occasionally share with our class on their careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math to inspire kids to imagine beyond the classroom how these skills are used in the workforce to glorify God. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: Parent Provided: Recyclables |
| 2019-20 | Coding Games in Scratch | Patricia Rector | Scratch 3.0 is a fun, free, beginner-friendly programming environment used to introduce kids and adults to computer science. In this class students will develop a series of progressively challenging games to share with friends and family while learning fundamental computer programming skills. Our main texts are Coding Games in Scratch which we will use to create different styles of games, and Learn to Program with Scratch, by Majed Marji, to cover some programming concepts more thoroughly. We will use the on-line and off-line versions of Scratch 2.0 and Scratch 3.0 and will learn how to share games online safely and responsibly. Prerequisites: Students will be assigned regular homework to practice skills covered in class. Attendance is critical: individual games are developed over 3-4 weeks and missing a class session directly impacts progress. Learning to program takes patience, consistency, and practice. Curriculum: Coding Games in Scratch DK and Learn to Program with Scratch, by Majed Marji Textbook: Coding Games in Scratch DK ISBN # 978-14654-3935-2 Parent provided: Coding Games in Scratch DK |
| 2019-20 | Cooking Around the World | Do you wish you could travel the globe just to enjoy the food? Join us for a culinary trip around the world! The beginner chef will learn to measure, cut, and create, and the expert chef will have a chance to hone his or her skills. We'll explore Liechtenstein, Vietnam, India, and Brazil, to name a few, and we'll include a sprinkling of extra special days to enjoy fondue (Switzerland), lefse (Norway), and tea (England)...to say nothing of our Cookies Around the World cookie exchange during Christmastime! Come taste the world with us! Prerequisites: An adventurous spirit and a willingness to try new things! The ability to follow directions and adhere to safety protocols. - - PLEASE NOTE: We frequently use wheat, dairy, eggs, and nuts in our recipes and, for that reason, are unable to accommodate most food allergies. If your child has a food allergy, please contact us to discuss options prior to enrolling in class. Also, this is not a food-safety/commercial food-handling class. We cover the basics of food safety as used in an average home kitchen. If you would like more comprehensive food safety instruction to go over with your child, please let us know! We are happy to direct you to excellent resources prior to the start of term. Curriculum Used: None. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Student may bring apron to use during class, if desired. Students are asked to participate in our Cookies Around the World cookie exchange the last class before Christmas break. Students are assigned a country and parents will be responsible for helping their child choose a cookie/dessert recipe from that country and the cost of ingredients and time to make it. | |
| 2019-20 | Create, Explore, Art! | Chelsea Carbonell | Create, Explore, Art! - K-2nd grade - Come explore various media, creative ideas, and create imaginative artwork! Skills covered include, use of media, following instructions, creative thinking, and basic art skills. Media used includes, but not limited to, tempera paint, watercolor, pastels, crayons, scissors, art papers, canvas, colored pencil and craft supplies. Various themes will be covered throughout the year including holidays, seasons, Bible stories, family, animals and abstract art. This class is great for improving fine motor skills, concentration, and hand eye coordination. Each class is opened with prayer and taught from a Christian perspective. Class structure is open to all skill levels and is an encouraging atmosphere for exploration and creative expression. This will be my 6th year teaching at Heritage. I also work part time as a children's ministry lead at a local church. I have a BA in art and a minor in Education Psychology. I have been homeschooling 11 years. - I love art and I love kids! I hope your child will join me next year for an art adventure! Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: All provided by teacher, including story and art books. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: All provided by teacher. |
| 2019-20 | Creative Writing for High School | Rachel von Lehe | Becoming a better writer doesn't have to be boring. Who hasn't dreamed of penning their own heroic adventure story, heartfelt poem, or hilarious play? In this class, students will explore the different forms of creative writing, such as short stories, poetry, fairy tales, and more. We will read inspiring examples of these forms. We'll also discuss the basic elements of good writing, along with basic literary elements such as theme, character, and plot. Students will then put these elements into practice in their own writing. Each unit will include in-class exercises, vocabulary building, as well as take-home assignments designed to strengthen writing skills. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Binder, paper, and pencils |
| 2019-20 | Creative Writing for Middle School | Rachel von Lehe | Becoming a better writer doesn't have to be boring. Who hasn't dreamed of penning their own heroic adventure story, heartfelt poem, or hilarious play? In this class, students will explore the different forms of creative writing, such as short stories, poetry, fairy tales, and more. We will read inspiring examples of these forms. We'll also discuss the basic elements of good writing, along with basic literary elements such as theme, character, and plot. Students will then put these elements into practice in their own writing. Each unit will include in-class exercises, vocabulary building, as well as take-home assignments designed to strengthen writing skills. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Current Events Around The World | Alex Binz | This class will integrate a variety of topics related to current events and geography with elements of world history and politics (especially U.S. foreign policy) thrown in. Our overarching focus will be on the rest of the world, though we will spend some time covering U.S. politics and President Trump's third year in office. Given the emphasis on current events, the week-to-week schedule may be subject to change, letting us adapt as major news events unfold. We will cover some difficult topics in class, so students will need the emotional maturity to deal with such topics. The overarching format is fairly straightforward, though: I will introduce major themes and summarize modern world history (from Napoleon to present-day) in the first few weeks, then we will move around the world, region by region, spending about a month exploring the historical and modern experiences of each one. Each week, students will read eight current events articles, and write a response to what they learn -- either a weekly paragraph, or a five-paragraph essay at the end of the unit. In addition, students will give a short oral presentation at the end of each unit, covering something they learned from the class. By the end of the year, students should be able to speak intelligently about news from around the world, identify locations related to both political and physical geography, and explain why the world map looks the way it does. Homework should take 2-4 hours per week. Prerequisites: Students should be able to read and write at an early high school level. Some familiarity with geography and world history is recommended, but not required Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Students need to have access to multiple sources of news, including the Internet. Students should also have access to an atlas or map--I recommend the Rand McNally Historical Atlas of the World (ISBN 0528014475) |
| 2019-20 | Dance Around the World | Get your wiggles out and your exercise in while we learn about geography, culture, dance, and music all at the same time! We will look at maps, culture, music rhythms, costumes, and traditional dance steps from multiple countries. We will also read stories, play games, taste ethnic foods, and do some crafts. Three weeks will be spent on each location, and there will be no homework required outside of class. Food allergies can be accommodated as long as they are identified at the beginning of the school year. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Drama Production | Kim Douglass | Drama Production offers middle school and high school students--of all experience levels--the opportunity to work through the skills required to present a fully produced show. Students will work with the technical elements of sets, costumes, props, lights, sound and blocking while also developing the individual presentation skills of movement, vocal production and character development. We will start in September by polishing up techniques for monologue presentation and audition skills. Through the fall and winter months we will launch into rehearsals for our show, and our dress rehearsals and performance date will be scheduled during the month of April. Each student will have one or more specific characters to play in our production and show selection will be based on the number of students in class. The school year will wrap up with improvisation study and theatre games. Whether you are an old pro on the boards or new to the stage, we have a place for you in Drama Production class. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Draw, Paint and More! | Chelsea Carbonell | Learn to draw and paint! This class will have drawing and painting projects. We will complete at least 4 acrylic paintings on canvas in still life, landscape, floral, and abstract. There will be drawing exercises and instruction leading up to each painting. We will also do two oil pastel projects. This class can count towards a .5 elective high school credit if at home drawing activities are completed. I will send emails to parents and students about assignments. We will have an emphasis on creativity, practice, technique, doing your best, and using our talents for God's glory. Students are required to be responsible for their projects and supplies and bring what is needed to class. I open every class with prayer. I enjoy challenging students to go beyond what they think is possible and seeing artistic improvement over the course of the year. I am a professionally trained artist who loves sharing knowledge, inspiring creativity, and bringing out the best in each student. Time is spent with each student individually almost every class to give feedback on how to bring their artwork to the next level. This will be my 6th year at Heritage teaching this age level, and it is a honor. Prerequisites: Students should have an attitude ready to learn, take instruction and do their best. All skill levels welcome. Curriculum Used: Teacher will provide all class materials. Students will be asked to research references for their art assignements at home. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Teacher will provide all supplies. Some will be take home supplies and some will be classroom only supplies. |
| 2019-20 | Draw, Write, Sculpt Social Studies | Yes, your child can draw! NEW drawings for the second year. Your student will develop confidence and skill while creating two beautiful, social studies books of original artwork. Topics include Native Americans, Pilgrims, United States, and Westward Expansion. Some of the art concepts covered are perspective, color, size, line and shape, symmetry, shading and blending. Art mediums: pencil, black pen, crayons. Your student will have an opportunity to practice speaking skills as he or she shares briefly with our class on one of our social studies topics. Penmanship and sculpting with Play-Doh included in this fun, interactive class. Homework: Each student is encouraged to do a presentation on one of our social studies topics. Your student may bring in a poster or simply share with the class using an object as a visual. Prerequisites: Ability to copy printed sentences from the white board. Both printing and cursive offered. Curriculum Used: Draw, Write, Now Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Drawing and More Illustrated Journaling 2nd Hour | Meka Zieger | Drawing used to be taught with the 3Rs. It's not so much an ability as learning to see. Our class journal is key to developing both skill and satisfaction. We share our books, play drawing games that train the eye and others that are just fun (no worries about drawing, right?), get journal-keeping tips, discus famous artists' work, and draw the day's project. Topics include: experimenting, contour, mistakes, positive/negative space, lettering, design, maps, color and perspective. Each week I email a class recap and challenge. I'm a graphic designer who draws daily for more than practice (see lifeinaday.posthaven.com), learning over and over: what I haven't drawn, I've never really seen. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Drawing and More Illustrated Journaling 4th Hour | Meka Zieger | Van Gogh said, It's looking at things for a long time that ripens you and gives a deeper understanding. Studying Art and Design by keeping a journal encourages mindfulness - helps you to really see. This class uses your life as the vehicle for training the 4 A's: Alertness, Appreciation, Aim, and Art. Our medium: primarily pen and watercolor. Topics: gesture, contour, mistakes, positive/negative space, lettering, elements of design, color and perspective; as well as examining famous artists' work. Learning to draw on-location and keep a journal is key for future art careers. I'm a graphic designer who draws daily for more than practice? (see lifeinaday.posthaven.com), learning repeatedly: what I haven't drawn, I've never really seen. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | Early Readers C.A.F.E. | The goal of this class is to cultivate the methods needed for growing strong, confident readers. We will teach reading strategies for Comprehension, Accuracy, Fluency, and Expanding vocabulary (C.A.F.E.). We will be learning through picture books, creating a readers notebook, and hands on crafts. Each week we will use a different picture book to cover a different reading strategy such as tuning into interesting words, text-to-self connections, making inferences, and asking questions. Prerequisites: N/A Curriculum Used: Reading With Meaning by Debbie Miller (ISBN 1571103074) - The CAFE Book by Gail Boucher and Joan Moser (ISBN 9781571107282) - Teaching with Favorite Read-Alouds by Susan Lunsford - Strategies That Work by Stephanie Harvey Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: A book for the students to use for practicing the week's strategy at the end of class. We will be bringing in our own selection as well if needed. | |
| 2019-20 | Electronics Adventure Lab | Ed Morin | Did you know that nearly all of the benefits of modern electronics that we enjoy today were only discovered or invented in the last 150 years? This class is a sequel to Getting Attracted to Electricity and Magnetism. After a quick review of some basic electrical principles including Ohm?s Law, this class focuses on learning about semiconductor electronics through many hands-on projects using the popular electronics breadboard system which does not require any soldering. Over the course of the year, students will learn the basic concepts of electronic semiconductors including diodes, LEDs, transistors, integrated circuits, digital logic, and other standard electronic components. Classes utilize a hands-on approach to projects with a flexible, self-paced, lab-style approach where students can bring their projects back to the next class or opt to continue working on them outside of class. Prerequisites: * Basic understanding of electricity, electric charge, circuits, and electromagnetism. - * 7th grade math/reading skills. - * Students will need to be able to focus, be engaged, and be willing to follow instructions (verbal and written). - * Good fine-motor skills and the ability to read small print and color codes on electronic components are also important for this class. Curriculum Used: Provided by instructor. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: A few basic hand tools including needle-nose pliers, wire cutter, wire stripper, small screwdrivers, multimeter, etc. (some will also be available for shared-use in class) |
| 2019-20 | Elementary Grammar | We will be using a variety of sources for this class, but we will be using Shurley Grammar as our foundation. As a teacher, I love grammar, and I get excited about teaching grammar. I really enjoy it when I see my students get excited about learning and understanding grammar. I also love to see them learn how to improve their own writing. Shurley Grammar is a program that teaches these skills and more in an interactive fun way. It is a system that teaches the students how to identify parts of speech within a sentence as well as the role that each word plays in a sentence. We will work on improving sentence structure with our own writing, analyzing sentences we read, and learning ways to apply the grammar rules we have learned. Important skills like these are just some of the skills that will be taught: identifying sentence types,labeling parts of speech, understanding basic language concepts, improving vocabulary, applying punctuation rules, correcting capitalization errors, editing written passages, basic subject verb agreement , recognizing synonyms, identifying antonyms - Shurley Grammar uses fun interactive techniques to improve retention of basic grammar facts and rules. Chants and jingles are used to learn the parts of speech, their function, and how to locate them in a sentence. We use games and fun cooperative activities to encourage and reinforce learning. This class teaches grammar in an exciting way! This program adds fun to the memorization and application of grammatical concepts. Parents are welcome to attend the class. It is a class that provides confidence and understanding of grammar. Students can expect 15 - 30 minutes of daily homework. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Shurley Grammar 6 Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Binder - Paper - Pencils | |
| 2019-20 | Elementary Gymnastics 2nd Hour | Callie Jenson | First timers or those with prior gymnastics experience, boys and girls will get the opportunity to be active and have fun learning basic gymnastic floor skills. These skills will start with forward/backward rolls, handstands and cartwheels, and advancing as kids are able. As a former gymnast of 20+ years and a coach for 10+ years I will work with each child at their ability level in a low key and fun atmosphere helping them gain confidence and grow in their abilities. Each class will include stretching, strength work, and skill work. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: none Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | Elementary Gymnastics 3rd Hour | Callie Jenson | First timers or those with prior gymnastics experience, boys and girls will get the opportunity to be active and have fun learning basic gymnastic floor skills. These skills will start with forward/backward rolls, handstands and cartwheels, and advancing as kids are able. As a former gymnast of 20+ years and a coach for 10+ years I will work with each child at their ability level in a low key and fun atmosphere helping them gain confidence and grow in their abilities. Each class will include stretching, strength work, and skill work. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: none Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | Elementary Music Theory | This class is for musician and non-musician, alike. Any study of music needs to include the study of music theory, but because of time constraints, many music teachers are unable to include this in their instruction. This class will include the following: Pitch and notation concepts including: * accidentals, half steps, whole steps * intervals (size only) * scales and key signatures *dictation *sightreading. Practical activities, written exercises, and exploration of repertoire are just some of what we will do. There will be some work at home. Program of study follows the Royal Conservatory Certificate Program guidelines. Study may go beyond what is listed above, but that is dependent on the progress of the class as a whole. Prerequisites: Ability to read at 3rd grade level. Curriculum Used: Celebrate Theory, Level 1 or comparable text Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics | Cydney Adler | This course introduces students to the fascinating world of chemistry and physics. They will begin by exploring the basic building blocks of creation, atoms and molecules, and then journey through simple chemicals, the laws of motion, and energy in its many forms, before discovering concepts of electricity and magnetism. All the while, God will be glorified as the Master Designer of all that they are discovering. Many hands-on experiments and activities keep students engaged and learning. This course is a good foundation for high school science classes. High-interest content and low-intensity homework make this class suitable to a wide range of learning styles. Prerequisites: Read, write and comprehend at a 5th grade level Curriculum Used: Exploring Creation With Chemistry and Physics; Fulbright; Publisher: Apologia Educational Ministries; ISBN-13: 978-1935495987 (hard bound). Teacher provides spiral bound Notebooking Journal. Please have text on first day of class. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Student provides hardbound textbook, Exploring Creation With Chemistry and Physics; Fulbright; Publisher: Apologia Educational Ministries; ISBN-13: 978-1935495987 (hard bound). Teacher provides spiral bound Notebooking Journal. Please have text on first day of class. |
| 2019-20 | Exploring Creation with General Science | Cydney Adler | Designed to be a student's first systematic introduction to the sciences, this course includes a history of science, the scientific method, and how to design an experiment. Subjects covered include simple machines, archaeology, geology, paleontology, biology, and human anatomy and physiology. Many hands-on experiments. Students will be expected to read 15 - 20 pages of text, complete notebook activities, and do experimental write-up for each chapter. Two weeks per chapter. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Exploring Creation with General Science, 3rd Edition, Dr. Jay Wile, Publisher: Apologia Educational Ministries, ISBN-TBA Student purchases hardbound text. Teacher provides Student Notebook. Please have text first day of class. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Exploring Creation with General Science, 3rd Edition, Dr. Jay Wile, Publisher: Apologia Educational Ministries, ISBN-TBA Student purchases hardbound text. Teacher provides Student Notebook. Please have text first day of class. |
| 2019-20 | Exploring Creation with Zoology-Land Animals | Cydney Adler | This third book in the Young Explorer zoology series takes students on a safari through jungles, deserts, forests, farms, and even their own backyard to explore, examine and enjoy the enchanting creatures God designed to inhabit the terrain. We will study primates to parasites, kangaroos to caimans, and turtles to terrifying T-Rexs, Many hands-on experiments and activities keep students learning and engaged. Homework is optional and takes ~1 - 2 hours per week. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Exploring Creation With Zoology 3: Land Animals of the Sixth day, Fulbright, Publisher Apologia Educational Ministriies ? ISBN-13: 978-1932012859 Student provides hard cover text. Teacher provides Notebooking Journal. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Exploring Creation With Zoology 3: Land Animals of the Sixth day, Fulbright, Publisher Apologia Educational Ministriies ISBN-13: 978-1932012859 Student provides hard cover text. Teacher provides Notebooking Journal. |
| 2019-20 | Exploring Nature | We will enjoy literature, music, poetry, art, games, crafts, and activities as we learn about and explore nature together. Each week we will dive into a different topic. We will become familiar with different types of weather, the seasons, the earth, animals, and even a little preschool physics! The goal is to kindle a love for science in young children by providing a fun and interesting introduction to science. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Family Enrollment Fee | Family Fee for 2019-2020 year is due upon Registration. Please pay this as soon as you are finished selecting classes in order to save your spots! Please only select ONE of your children to activate this Enrollment Fee. It only has to be paid ONCE per family. If you select multiple children in this section, it will invoice you that many times. | |
| 2019-20 | Farm Life | This will be a fun, hands on class where we learn about what life is like on a farm. We will explore the animals found in a barn, seeds and how they grow, the changing of the seasons and even tools and equipment farmers use. We will read stories, play games, sing songs and do crafts as we gain knowledge about farming. One of the most exciting things about this class is the animal guests who will visit on a regular basis! Snack will be provided. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Fundamentals of Hair Design | Welcome! My name is *Katie Hanson and I am excited to teach you the Fundamentals of Hair Design. In this class we will use the **Milady Standard Haircutting System ISBN 978-1-285-76970-7 as a guide, but I will demonstrate each haircut systematically along with my own techniques. You will cut on your mannequin during class for the majority of the school year. However, I will bring in live models to demonstrate new and/or more challenging haircuts on occasion. The $175.00 material fee covers a basic professional haircutting kit that is yours to keep. The kit includes one shear (scissors), cutting cape, cutting comb, rake comb, spray bottle, sectioning clips, and mannequin. Each student is responsible for bringing their kit and textbook to class every week. All assigned reading is from the text listed above and must be completed before each new haircut is taught. This is not a Washington State approved licensing program, but students can earn a 0.5 credit of Occupational Education if the Optional column on syllabus is completed. It is my hope that you will come away from this class full of knowledge, skill, confidence, and greater problem solving abilities. Learning how to cut hair is an extremely useful and practical skill that will last a lifetime. I hope that you can join us! Younger students will be considered on an individual basis. *Please contact me with any questions: 425.422.7051 or [email protected] **Parents: Please note that the Milady Standard Haircutting System ISBN 978-1-285-76970-7 is a parent required purchase. Thank you! Prerequisites: Follow directions well; Willingness to stand during class; Patience with yourself and others Curriculum Used: Milady Standard Haircutting System Teacher Provided: basic professional haircutting kit Parent Provided: Milady Standard Haircutting System ISBN 978-1-285-76970-7 | |
| 2019-20 | Geology Rocks | Molly Hurd | We will start off with a unit on meteorology and track the weather throughout the year using the internet. Learn cloud types, follow moon phases, and learn basic geography of our state and the US. Study earth's structure, crystals and minerals, rock types and fossils. We will then move to plate tectonics, earthquakes, and volcanoes! We will grow our own crystals, start a rock & mineral collection, tumble our own rocks, make a volcano and learn about earthquake waves. Occasional homework or projects. Perfect class for the aspiring geologist! Prerequisites: Be at grade level for reading and writing - both are expected and required. Curriculum Used: notebook of curriculum given first day of class Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | German Level 1 | Learning a new language is so much fun! This class is for you if you haven't taken any German language classes and are a beginner. There will be written homework to be turned in every week on class day and there will be unit tests that are oral and written throughout the year. Also, the student will be using the Duolingo app daily on a device at home, and going through one 10-15 minute lesson a day on their own. Textbooks and workbooks will be bought and provided by the parent. Prerequisites: You need to be self motivated if you want to learn a new language. If you come to class only and don't practice at home or do any of the homework you will not succeed in this class. This class is for you if you are dedicated to learning a new language and are willing to try your best. Curriculum Used: Portfolio Deutsch Level 1 Textbook. Bring 3 ring binder with blank notebook pages. We will be mostly reviewing what you learned at home. Duolingo will be completed 5 days a week. Teacher Provided: Parent Provided: textbook, 3-ring binder, blank lined notebook paper | |
| 2019-20 | German Level 2 | Already taken German level 1 or the equivalent? Then this class if for you. We will dive deeper into the language, learn better pronunciations, write more complicated sentences and paragraphs and become better acquainted with the language. Each week we will have one hour of class time in person in addition to one hour of Skype class time another day of the week. We will decide the first week as a class what day and time that should be and what works best for everyone. There will be written homework to be turned in every week on class day and there will be unit tests that are oral and written throughout the year. Also, the student will be using the Duolingo app daily on a device at home, and going through one 10-15 minute lesson a day on their own. Textbooks and workbooks will be bought and provided by the parent. Prerequisites: Before you can take this class, you will have to take German level 1 or if you already have a background in german the teacher needs to approve/test the student before signing up for this class. Curriculum Used: Portfolio Deutsch 2. Bring 3 ring binder with blank notebook pages. We will be mostly reviewing what you learned at home, Duolingo will be completed 5 times a week. Teacher Provided: none Parent Provided: Notebooks and the rocket german program. | |
| 2019-20 | Getting Attracted to Electricity & Magnetism | Ed Morin | In 600 BC, the Greek Philosopher Tales discovered static electricity. Over the subsequent millennia, many scientists and inventors devised experiments and made additional discoveries that added to our present understanding of this curious phenomenon. With the breakthrough discovery of the battery in 1800 by Allesandro Volta and subsequent discovery in 1820 by Hans Christian Oersted that an electric current creates a magnetic field, the stage was set for a myriad of discoveries and innovation that all contributed to the benefits of electricity and electromagnetism we enjoy today. Over the course of the year, students will travel this same path of discovery using dozens of hands-on experiments and projects enabling them to explore and experience the basic principles of electric charge, electricity, and electromagnetism. Significant discoveries and inventions, and the scientists and inventors behind them, will be highlighted along the way. Prerequisites: Interest in electricity and desire to learn about it. Curriculum Used: Optional: Safe and Simple Electrical Experiments by Rudolf F. Graf (available from Amazon.com). Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: None. |
| 2019-20 | Girls Fitness | High School Girls fitness is dedicated to whole body strength, flexibility and cardio, designed to make efficient use of time and space while building a lifelong fitness habit. You do not have to be fit already to start this class because exercises can be modified to meet your fitness level, but I do expect each student to come with a desire to be healthy and a willingness to push yourself to a new level. We will incorporate cardio, core strength and flexibility into each class, using group fitness exercises/stretches and some light-hearted competitive games. Additional focus on coordination, reflexes, balance, spatial awareness, self-defense, injury prevention, nutrition and healthy life choices. Homework: Students will receive a fitness homework page requiring about 60 minutes of fitness/activity homework spread throughout the week and will learn how to record their fitness progress. Bring: a yoga mat, sports shoes, and a filled water bottle Prerequisites: Ability to follow directions, and a desire to push yourself to a new level! Curriculum Used: Girl's Guide to Fitting in Fitness Paperback March 26, 2013 Erin Whitehead and Jennipher Walters - (Getting it used gives you a big price cut) - TEACHER WILL PROVIDE A NOTEBOOK BINDER INCLUDED IN YOUR MATERIALS FEE Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Bring: a yoga mat, sports shoes, and a filled water bottle, text | |
| 2019-20 | God's Little Scientist 1-2 | Jody Campbell | Make your child's first memories of science fun and meaningful! Discover God's world through the eyes of a child. God's Little Scientist brings to life the main areas of science including life science, physical science, and astronomy. Jesus has given us a beautiful world to observe and explore! Throughout the year, we'll foster brainstorming, innovative thinking, and develop a passion for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) through exploring experiments and exciting hands-on learning opportunities. The hope is that each student will be nurtured in curiosity, excitement, and a love for learning. One field trip will be planned outside of the normal scheduled class as part of the material fee. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: custom Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | God's Little Scientist P-K | Jody Campbell | Make your child's first memories of science fun and meaningful! Discover God's world through the eyes of a child. God's Little Scientist brings to life the main areas of science including life science, physical science, and astronomy. Jesus has given us a beautiful world to observe and explore! Throughout the year, we'll foster brainstorming, innovative thinking, and develop a passion for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) through exploring experiments and exciting hands-on learning opportunities. The hope is that each student will be nurtured in curiosity, excitement, and a love for learning. One field trip will be planned outside of the normal scheduled class as part of the material fee. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: custom Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | Great Battles for Boys WWI and WWII | Does your son avoid reading? Does he think history is a bunch of boring old facts? This class will change his perspective. In chronological order, we will be studying the crucial battles of WWI and WWII, and how the 1918 peace treaty that ended WWI instead triggered Hitler's rise to power and WWII. We will be examining leadership roles, tactics, strategies, weapons, and engineering developments that changed modern warfare, such as fighter airplanes, aircraft carriers, and chemical weapons. Boys also will learn the geography of Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific Rim. Class expectations are to read one chapter each week and be prepared to discuss it, and to give at least one oral presentation on a military history topic of the student's choosing. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Great Battles for Boys: WWI - Great Battles for Boys: WWII Europe - Great Battles for Boys: WWII Pacific Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: The three books for this class will be offered for $6 each, for a total of $18. | |
| 2019-20 | Great Books of World Literature | Alex Binz | This class provides a survey of the greatest works in Western and World literature, from ancient India and classical Greece, to the Cold War and the modern Third World. Students will encounter texts by Sophocles, Dante, Shakespeare, Austen, Achebe and more, learning to engage authors on their own terms and in the context of their own cultures. Students will maintain a reading journal, collaborate on creative projects, conduct independent research, and critically examine each text through essays and in-class debates. Homework should take 3-4 hours of work per week. This class is equivalent to 1 high school credit of English. Prerequisites: Students should be competent readers, and be able to write a standard five-paragraph essay. Familiarity with world history is recommended, but not required. Parent Provided Curriculum Used: Ramayana (ISBN 0143039679); Antigone (ISBN 0553210769); Consolation of Philosophy (ISBN 0140447806); Inferno (ISBN 0374524524); Shakespeare (TBD); Sense and Sensibility (ISBN 0375756736); Animal Farm (ISBN 0451526342); Things Fall Apart (ISBN 0385474547) Teacher Provided: no |
| 2019-20 | Hands On Equations | Would you like your child to have an advantage when he/she takes Algebra? Hands-On Equations is a program designed to introduce younger children to concepts usually not introduced until Algebra. The program uses manipulatives to teach students to solve equations and verbal problems. Once concepts are mastered, students transition to the traditional paper and pencil approach to solving equations. This method strengthens the student's understanding of algebraic concepts, problem solving and mental math skills, all while having fun. Students must have a firm understanding of adding, subtracting and basic multiplying/dividing skills. Most work will be done during class. Homework will be up to 45 minutes per week depending on student's pace. Note: This class is for enrichment and should not be used as a replacement for regular grade-level math. Prerequisites: A firm understanding of addition and subtraction and a basic understanding of multiplication and division facts. Curriculum Used: Hands On Equations course curriculum Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: All materials are provided by the teacher. | |
| 2019-20 | Hands on Math Explorations | In this hands on math playtime we will play games, use manipulatives, draw math concepts, and even play with food to learn all about numbers and math in our world. Topics covered include sorting, counting, measuring, graphing, addition, subtraction, money, story problems, and more. Each week we will have a short lesson, time to explore the concept of the week, and free-play math centers time. This class will not replace your regular math program but will help support what you are learning at home. Homework will be sent home some weeks. It should take less than 30 minutes and will be something fun like a game to play or a math coloring sheet. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: We will loosely follow the Mindful Math and Everyday Mathematics 1st grade curricula with many other resources utilized as well. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: None | |
| 2019-20 | High School Biology | Cydney Adler | This is a Christ-centered, college-prep biology course that provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology. It provides the student with a strong background in the scientific method, taxonomy, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, creation vs. evolution, dissection, and ecosystems. This is an intensive study which will prepare students for college level classes. The 90 minute class time will be used for lecture, videos, and experiments. Students will be expected to read 20-25 pages of text and complete study guides, tests, and lab notebook entries for each module (two weeks/module). This class fulfills the requirement for a high school lab science. I do not recommend by-passing grade requirements. Prerequisites: General Science and Physical Science preferred but not required. The ability to read, write, and comprehend information at the 9th grade level Curriculum Used: Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd edition, by Jay Wile; ISBN: 1932012575. Do NOT need the Key (Tests and Solutions Guide). Do not get the 1st edition. Please have text on first day of class. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd edition, by Jay Wile; ISBN: 1932012575. Do NOT need the Key (Tests and Solutions Guide). Do not get the 1st edition. Please have text on first day of class. |
| 2019-20 | High School Chemistry | Cydney Adler | This is Apologia's general high school/college prep chemistry course. This Christ-centered course covers significant figures, units of measure, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, the gas laws, and equilibrium. The 90 minute class time will be used for lecture, videos and experiments. Students will be expected to read 20-25 pages of text, complete Review Questions and Practice Problems, tests and lab notebook entries for each module (2 weeks/module). I do not recommend by-passing age or class requirements Prerequisites: Algebra 1 is essential and the ability to read, write and comprehend at grade level. Familiar with the use of the calculator Curriculum Used: Exploring Creation with Chemistry, Text AND Solutions Manual (3rd Edition) Kristy Plourde Apologia Educational Ministries / 2014 / B00ORZD5AG Student purchased. Please have text on first day of class. Scientific Calculator that can handle exponents and scientific notation student purchased Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Exploring Creation with Chemistry, Text AND Solutions Manual (3rd Edition) Kristy Plourde Apologia Educational Ministries / 2014 / B00ORZD5AG Student purchased. Please have text on first day of class. Scientific Calculator that can handle exponents and scientific notation student purchased |
| 2019-20 | High School Grammar and Writing | This class will be based on Shurley Grammar Level's 7 and 8. It is a system that teaches the students how to identify parts of speech within a sentence as well as the role that each word plays in a sentence. We will work on improving sentence structure with our own writing, analyzing sentences we read, and learning ways to apply the grammar rules we have learned. We will work on essay writing and application of proper grammar within the confines of college essays, literary critiques, and improving editing skills. These are just some of the skills that will be taught: identifying sentence types, labeling parts of speech, understanding basic language concepts, improving vocabulary and word choice, correcting capitalization and punctuation, editing written passages, advanced subject verb agreement and classifications of verbals and different types of phrases, analyzing grammar within the boundaries of literary works. Students can expect to have approximately 4-5 hours of homework broken down into daily tasks. This class provides one half of a high school English credit. A reading list will be provided to supplement so that the class can fulfill a full English credit. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Shurley Grammar 7 and 8 Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Binder - Paper - Pencils - Colored pencils - Highlighters | |
| 2019-20 | High School Marine Biology | Molly Hurd | Learn about oceans and the amazing creatures that inhabit our vital waters. We will do weekly labs and activities combined with video clips and textbook Sometimes we will even get to sample! We will discuss current events, understand why our oceans are crucial for our survival and listen to guest speakers working in the field of marine biology. Previous Biology would be helpful not required. Expect 3-5 hours of homework per week with reading, questions, and you tube clips. Optional field trips in the spring for tide pooling. All work will be graded and students with C or better will receive one credit of science for their transcripts. 90 minute class Prerequisites: Have good study habits and organization skills. Curriculum Used: Marine Biology by Karleskint - ISBN 0-03-074191-2 Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | High School PE: Not Just Fun and Games | Adair Kreft | This class will provide students with experience in playing a variety of traditional and non-traditional sports and games, including but not limited to: soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, kick ball, whiffle ball, broom ball, badminton, ping pong, dodgeball, bucket ball, finger missiles, sabaki ball, and capture the flag. Students will learn how to warm up and cool down properly, how to stretch correctly, and how to perform the fundamental skills and strategies of team sports and cooperative games. Students will also be challenged to display good sportsmanship, play unselfishly, encourage one another, do their best, and consider how they can glorify God not just in athletics but in their daily life as well. Each class will seek to provide maximum participation and fun for all. No previous PE experience is necessary. The instructor will be available to help students who would like to use this class (in combination with other outside-of-class physical activities) to earn a half a credit for high school PE. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: None |
| 2019-20 | I create! Art with Purpose | Chelsea Carbonell | I believe every child is an artist made in the image of God, the ultimate creator. As kids do artwork, they have fun, gain confidence, focus, and creative thinking skills. Without realizing it, they work on hand eye coordination, develop creative problem-solving skills, and develop artistic ability in the process! It is so fun for me as a teacher to see how proud the students are of their work and see the creative, story-telling process that goes into each artwork. Every week, I will have a new art project for students to engage with. Kids are encouraged to think outside the box, follow directions, focus, discover, and create, all while learning art technique and pushing the limits of what they think they are capable of. We will explore color, form, positive and negative space, drawing from reference and life, abstract, landscape, seasonal art, and storybook art, among other art concepts and genres. We will use chalk and oil pastel, pencil, colored pencil, crayon, marker, glue, watercolor, tempera, art papers, wood, scissors, and craft supplies. Included are some holiday and Biblical themed projects. We will open every class with prayer and focus on God being the ultimate creator and source of everything good. Ready to create? Let's go! Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: All text will be provided by teacher, includes story books and art books when needed. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: None |
| 2019-20 | Integrated Arts | Penny Lau | Let's integrate the discipline of writing with art. Your artist will begin each art project with creative writing and finish with a unique and artistic masterpiece. The process will involve experimenting with colors, lines, shapes, textures, and various mediums. Writings will be about faith, family, seasons and holidays. Students will draw in their own sketchbook and paint on archival, acid-free, cotton canvases. We will hand build with various clays as well as experiment with Asian brush painting and Gyotaku fish printing. Your artist will work with wood as we design a unique Christmas tree and make a wooden toy. An all-time favorite will be making Mother's Day accordion books, creating paper mache pets, and tie-dying t-shirts. Occasional homework will be necessary to complete some writings. New projects added. Prerequisites: All materials will be provided by the instructor Curriculum Used: All materials will be provided by the instructor Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Introduction to Composition | AmyJoy Stoesz | Introduction to Composition is designed to inspire, equip and encourage your child to write. In this class, students will expand and develop their paragraphs as they learn to write five paragraph personal narratives, descriptive, persuasive, expository, research and point of view papers. Students will practice brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revising, editing and publishing their work. Homework may include worksheets, short writing assignments and research. Approximate homework time: 2 hours a week. *Please note: I intentionally keep this class small (8-15 students) so I can individualize expectations to meet each student's current writing level.* Prerequisites: Ability to write a five sentence paragraph Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Please provide a steady supply of loose leaf, lined paper. Teacher will provide a binder with dividers. |
| 2019-20 | Irish Dance & Fitness | Increase your fitness level through stretching, strength training, rhythm dance, and games. Students will apply team-building skills while playing active games with colorful scarves, ribbon wands, bean bags, hula hoops and more. After warm-up and stretch, Comerford-trained Irish dancer, Evalie Smith, will demonstrate and instruct 'soft shoe' Irish dance steps that can be done in socks. She will teach Irish skipping and leaping, rallies, and Irish dances such as Slip Jig, Light Jig, and Irish Reel. Irish dance steps are not only fun, but provide lifelong skills in rhythm, coordination, musical beat, and confidence. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Attire: Comfortable clothes for exercise, socks, and water bottle. | |
| 2019-20 | Jacobs Geometry | Evi Lay | Geometry is a branch of mathematics that deals with the properties and relations of geometric elements such as point, lines, and planes. This course aims to give students a clear understanding of how these elements contributes to the working of objects around us. Topics covered include deductive reasoning, lines and angles, congruence, inequalities, similarity, area, right triangle, circles and regular polygons, and geometric solid. Expect 5-8 hours weekly coursework including daily assignments, quizzes and tests. Students need to provide a scientific calculator, and graphing paper. Quizzes/tests are provided. - Class format: twice a week (Monday in-person and Thursday thru Skype). Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Geometry: Seeing, Doing and Understanding, 3e, Harold R. Jacobs, ISBN: 978-1619991095 or 978-0716743613 and Answers to Exercises, ISBN: 978-1619991163 Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: textbook + solution - scientific calculator - compass and protractor set |
| 2019-20 | Jane Austen | A full credit English course. Study literature and composition through the works of one of the world's most important writers: Jane Austen. Austen ranks with Shakespeare as one of the most complex writers in the English language. Her anti-sentimental novels, though often misread and misunderstood, revolutionized the use of perspective and irony. Her comic genius manifests best, however, through her insight into human character. This class will conduct close readings of four of Austen's novels, in addition to critical articles about her work and the political and cultural environment of her life. The composition component of the class will focus on understanding and applying Austen's own rhetorical techniques with creative writing assignments such as parody, genre-twists, and fan fiction, as well as the academic work of writing persuasive reviews, historical and biographical reports, and of course, literary analysis. Middle-schoolers signing up for this class will be expected to read the novels (but not the scholarly articles) and to complete fewer writing assignments than high-schoolers. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Northanger Abbey - Sense and Sensibility - Emma - Pride and Prejudice Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Kids of Character | Tanya Edden | Noted speaker and author, Jim Rohn, once said, Character is not something you were born with and can't change like your fingerprint. In fact, because you weren't born with it, it is something you must take responsibility for creating. This interactive class will be based on the Character First Curriculum. We will have fun exploring the abstract concepts of character traits essential to becoming life long learners; making good decisions; developing meaningful relationships and growing into contributing members of society, with crafts; role play; singing; poetry; group discussions; team work; games; puppets; real life and Biblical examples. While I will be encouraging kids to use their God given ability to choose to make good decisions with regards to character development in day to day situations, Jesus will always be at the center of our discussions as we look to the ultimate example of Good Character. Kids will be constantly reminded that God loves them fully, just as they are, but in our love response to what He's done for us, they will be encouraged to respond to the promptings of the Spirit in their character development to become all that He's purposed for them to be. This class will be presented in a manner that will work in partnership with families to ensure maximum carry over into homes and lasting Godly character development. Homework: No formal homework, but incorporating the week's character trait into eg family meal time discussions and how families can practice these traits, would assist with reinforcing what children are learning in class. Curriculum Used: Character First Education Prerequisites: None Teacher provided: Stationary; binder and binder pockets; keep sake swap cards and all craft supplies Parent provided: None |
| 2019-20 | LEGO Engineering and Robotics, Level 2 | Patricia Rector | This class is for older elementary students who enjoy working with LEGO and computers. The year is divided equally between engineering builds and intermediate robotics using material from LEGO Education. Students use LEGO Motorized Machines sets for progressively challenging, investigative units on Forces and Motion, Energy, Measurements, and Powered Machines. At mid-year we transition to LEGO robotics, using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 kits to build complex robotics structures including motorized vehicles, walking mechanisms, and standard battle bots, and learn the fundamentals of programming the Mindstorms EV3 for a variety of partner and team challenges. Prerequisites: Solid writing skills and basic fractions are expected. Students should be able to work well with a partner and in small teams. Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Life Science II | Molly Hurd | Life Science II will be a continuation of Life Science I, although you do not need to take year one to take year two. In Life Science II, we will be spending the majority of our time covering the 6 kingdoms (2 bacteria kingdoms, fungi, protist, plant, and animal) with an emphasis on local invertebrates. There will be many labs, including some dissections, and other types of activities. Approximately one hour of homework per week. Assignments will be graded, and students will receive a certificate/grade at the end of the year. Prerequisites: students need to be at gradelevel for reading and writing. may need help ensuring homework is completed weekly and monitoring assignments. Curriculum Used: Life Science 4th edition by BJU Press - ISBN 978-1-60682-161-9 Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: text |
| 2019-20 | Life Skills 101 | Part home economics, part handy-man, part basic money management and more, Life Skills 101 teaches all of those important life basics that empower a person to become self-sufficient, live healthier, and more cost effectively. Here are just a few of the skills taught: Basic First Aid - CPR & stroke recognition. Home Economics - hem pants & sew on a button, make a household budget, balance a checking account, remove a variety of stains and frost a cake. Mechanical skills - check your car oil, un-plug a toilet, use a hammer, wrenches and screw drivers correctly. These are just a few of the many life skills you will learn in this hands-on course that will prepare you for adult life. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: The Useful Book: 201 Life Skills They Used to Teach in Home Ec and Shop by David & Sharon Bowers purchased by the student. - ISBN-13: 9780594890966 Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: 2 inch 3 ring binder | |
| 2019-20 | Literature Club Junior A | Literature Club Junior A is so much more than just reading a picture book! Using a unit-study approach, we will explore vocabulary, geography, composition, character traits, and arts & crafts. We will trek across the globe as each of the 9 fabulous children's books takes us to a new destination. Weekly class time offers fun, interactive, and engaging experiences where we explore the story's location, culture of that region, and a variety of topics relating to the book. Weekly homework includes handouts and ideas for further exploration at home. Buckle your seat belt, here we go! Lit. Club Jr. A uses a new set of books, different from 2018-2019. Homework: Approximately 1 hour a week. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Teacher will provide all materials needed for class. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Parent expected to obtain the selected books through the KCLS or purchase. Book list will be provided before the start of class. Most books not available through the library system will be available to borrow from the teacher. | |
| 2019-20 | Little House Literature & Social Studies | Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to live during pioneer days? Before electricity and cars, iPhones and Minecraft? Explore pioneer life - geography, history, science, character, language, food, and art - through the eyes of Laura Ingalls as she takes us from her Little House in the Big Woods to her Little House on the Prairie and then on to the Banks of Plum Creek. Make butter, grind wheat for bread, and learn how to make candy on snow! Study a pig's bladder, plan a cross-country trip by wagon, and maybe even make a button lamp! We will have opportunities for discussion and, with our smash journals, we will creatively reflect, timeline, and map Laura's journey as well as historical events of that time during class. Occasional homework plus weekly reading assigned. Prerequisites: Pioneer spirit! A positive, Can do! attitude! I will do my best to meet each child where he or she is developmentally. Ability to read or listen to audiobook independently (or with parent at home) is required. Curriculum Used: Little House in the Big Woods - Little House on the Prairie - On the Banks of Plum Creek Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Little House in the Big Woods - Little House on the Prairie - On the Banks of Plum Creek | |
| 2019-20 | Memorize By The Book | Can you imagine your five year old memorizing the Sermon on the Mount? Many Americans accidentally memorize hundreds of song lyrics, many Muslims memorize the whole Quran, and five-year olds in Bible times memorized Leviticus, so if we believe in scripture's inspiration, let's memorize it! By the Book the Bible combines singing, dancing, crafting and storytelling to empower your child to memorize and understand large portions of scriptures being driven by the invincible force of fun. Your child will watch our music videos at home getting the verses stuck in their heads, then will come to class ready to dance, play games, craft and watch analogies all on the verse. We've had 3 - 6 year olds recite the Bible for 10 minutes (50 verses) after practicing for 6 months. These Bible songs will stick with your kids the rest of their lives. Prerequisites: 4 years old and potty trained ;-) Curriculum Used: By The Book The Bible Sermon on the Mount Package, crafts, games, costumes Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Middle School LEGO Robotics and Scratch 3.0 | Patricia Rector | This is an intermediate level LEGO Robotics and Scratch 3.0 class for middle school students, using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robotics and Scratch 3.0 for progressively challenging robotics and coding projects. Students will investigate the more complex programming capabilities of the Mindstorms EV3 software e.g., blocks, data, wires, files, and variables and apply those skills in a variety of partner and team challenges. - This class works with intermediate visual programming using Scratch 3.0 for units in Procedures, Variables, String Processing and Lists. Additionally, we will incorporate a unit using Scratch 3.0 and LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robotics as further exploration of the connection between robotics and computer programming. Prerequisites: Students should have prior experience with Scratch programming. Curriculum: LEGO Education Mindstorms EV3 Lesson Plans, Learn to Program with Scratch by Majed Marji Textbook: Learn to Program with Scratch by Majed Marj ISBN#: 978-1-59327-543-3 Parent provided: Learn to Program with Scratch by Majed Marj |
| 2019-20 | Middle School Literature | Careful reading and lively discussion characterize this literary analysis class for middle schoolers. We will read beloved and classic novels such as Treasure Island, To Kill a Mockingbird, Little Women, The Time Machine, and some stories of Sherlock Holmes. (Finalized book list TBD.) Students will learn how to analyze carefully and compose literary analysis essays, and will complete four short presentations over the course of the year. There will also be options for book reviews, fan fiction, imitative writing and other ways to creatively engage the texts we read. This class can serve as a full English credit. Prerequisites: Students should be grade-level readers ready to grow. Curriculum Used: Finalized book list TBD. Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Parents will need to purchase or borrow from the library 5-6 books throughout the course of the year. | |
| 2019-20 | Middle School PE: Not Just Fun and Games | Adair Kreft | This class will provide students with experience in playing a variety of traditional and non-traditional sports and games, including but not limited to: soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, kick ball, whiffle ball, broom ball, badminton, ping pong, dodgeball, bucket ball, finger missiles, sabaki ball, and capture the flag. Students will learn how to warm up and cool down properly, how to stretch correctly, and how to perform the fundamental skills and strategies of team sports and cooperative games. Students will also be challenged to display good sportsmanship, play unselfishly, encourage one another, do their best, and consider how they can glorify God not just in athletics but in their daily life as well. Each class will seek to provide maximum participation and fun for all. No previous PE experience is necessary. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: None |
| 2019-20 | Middle School Writing | Like Swiss cheese, everyone has holes in their writing. All that may be needed is a little bit of review. This course is geared toward the middle school student. It will provide a comprehensive review of language and a foundation for solid writing in the future. Activities include keeping an independent reading log, reviewing grammar basics through weekly workbook assignments, completing short writing assignments, learning the eight stages to writing anything, and interacting with peers. This class is a fun way to review the building blocks of writing by using games, activities, quizzes, and peer interaction. Estimated homework expectation: 3 hours a week. For more information or a syllabus: [email protected]. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher will provide all materials. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Nursery 1st Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2019-20 | Nursery 2nd Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2019-20 | Nursery 3rd Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2019-20 | Nursery 4th Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2019-20 | Nursery 5th Hour | Ages 0-4. Nursery is available for parents while they are working a JOB only. Please do not enroll for nursery in any hours that you are not assigned a job. | |
| 2019-20 | Passport Explorers | Let's learn together about people and places in God's great big world! Passport Explorers will use the My Story, My Country, My World as a springboard for our learning. This is a lower elementary social studies course that introduces students to history, politics, economics, sociology, and geography, while providing a comprehensive understanding of God's world and the cultures of each country. This adventure-based curriculum encourages us to explore the world together through 4 quests and to understand it better from God's perspective. Each week we will talk about one to three countries. We will find it on the map, discover what the people look like and what they wear, say some words and phrases in their language, hear some of their stories, and learn to recognize their flag(s). We will through the year, adding to it each week. We will complete some fun activities in class and there will also be optional follow-up activities to complete at home if you desire, but homework is not required. My family and I have traveled to 27 countries in the past 5 years. I will bring passion and personal experience to many of these topics! Prerequisites: curiosity about the world Curriculum Used: My Story, My Country, My World and various sources Teacher Provided: text, 3-ring binder, student passports Parent Provided: none | |
| 2019-20 | PE 3-5th Fun and Games | In Fun and Games, students will get fit while playing games, learning how to work together as a team and learning game strategies, while improving gross motor skills in a fun, fast paced environment. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Running shoes and water bottle | |
| 2019-20 | PE K-2nd: Fun and Games | In Fun and Games, students will get fit while playing games, learning how to work together as a team and learning game strategies, while improving gross motor skills in a fun, fast paced environment. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Running shoes, water bottle | |
| 2019-20 | Personal Finance | Evi Lay | Financial intelligence is one of the necessary life skills. Every decision we make has a consequence. The decision we made in regards to our finances often have long-term consequences. In this class, we will explore topics in personal finance such as saving, budgeting, debt, consumer awareness, investing, insurance, giving, careers and taxes. We will use Dave Ramsey's Foundation in Personal Finance for High School Edition. In the spring, we will apply what we learn in a simulation through Junior Achievement in Auburn. Expect 2-4 hours weekly to work on assignments, reading, and projects. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Dave Ramsey's The Foundation in Personal Finance High School Edition - Material fee of $60 includes Student Workbook and JA Park Admission in the Spring. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: scientific calculator |
| 2019-20 | Physics Zip, Zap, Zoom | Molly Hurd | Learn about forces and motion, light and color, wheels, simple machines (levers, wedges, wheels/gears) magnetism, sound, inventions, and famous scientists. Lots of hands on activities and engaging activities for inquiring kids from making parachutes, flying airplanes, using Legos, gears, mirrors, magnets, and lots more. Classes include hands on activities, you tube clips, and reading/circle time Prerequisites: needs to be age 6 Curriculum Used: self developed curriculum Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Preschool ABCs | Join our joyful community of young learners as we go on an adventure through the alphabet. This class is designed to help young learners develop pre-reading skills including letter recognition and beginning phonics. We will spend the year exploring literature, learn sign language, use songs and rhymes, and work on fun crafts all centered on the letter of the week. Each week we will do an Alphabet page, which at the end of the year can be put into your own Alphabet book. Your child will also complete an Alphabet letter character that helps them to remember the letter, the letter's sound and the sign that goes with that letter. Prerequisites: potty-trained Curriculum Used: teacher created Teacher Provided: all Parent Provided: none | |
| 2019-20 | Preschool Busy Room 3rd Hour | This is a semi-structured free time for kids not quite old enough to hang out in Study Hall and too old to hang out in the nursery with new walkers. Activities are tailor made to the average attention span and ability level of the overall class. Activity options include: reading books, listen to music selections from Bach to The Andrews Sisters, dress-up, puzzles, blocks, ping-pong-ball marble runs, parachute time, and a whole lot of free play. Most of the activities are focused on fine motor skill development along with a whole lot of open ended imaginative play. The kids can get their wiggles out here and still practice some listening skills. Prerequisites: Must be potty trained without needing toilet assistance. Pull-ups okay if guardian is available to be called in for bathroom needs. Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Water bottle | |
| 2019-20 | Preschool Busy Room 4th Hour | This is a semi-structured free time for kids not quite old enough to hang out in Study Hall and too old to hang out in the nursery with new walkers. Activities are tailor made to the average attention span and ability level of the overall class. Activity options include: reading books, listen to music selections from Bach to The Andrews Sisters, dress-up, puzzles, blocks, ping-pong-ball marble runs, parachute time, and a whole lot of free play. Most of the activities are focused on fine motor skill development along with a whole lot of open ended imaginative play. The kids can get their wiggles out here and still practice some listening skills. Prerequisites: Must be potty trained without needing toilet assistance. Pull-ups okay if guardian is available to be called in for bathroom needs. Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Water bottle | |
| 2019-20 | Preschool Busy Room 5th Hour | This is a semi-structured free time for kids not quite old enough to hang out in Study Hall and too old to hang out in the nursery with new walkers. Activities are tailor made to the average attention span and ability level of the overall class. Activity options include: reading books, listen to music selections from Bach to The Andrews Sisters, dress-up, puzzles, blocks, ping-pong-ball marble runs, parachute time, and a whole lot of free play. Most of the activities are focused on fine motor skill development along with a whole lot of open ended imaginative play. The kids can get their wiggles out here and still practice some listening skills. Prerequisites: Must be potty trained without needing toilet assistance. Pull-ups okay if guardian is available to be called in for bathroom needs. Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Water bottle | |
| 2019-20 | Preschool Dance and Creative Movement | This is a great class for little girls and boys. Scarves, jingle bells, bean bags, ribbons, jumping dots, shaky eggs, silly songs? We work on techniques that will develop the all-important gross motor skills, keeping your kids fleet of foot and shiny side up. These motions and concepts spill over into all of the other forms of dance as well as into many sports and activities that aren't dance-related. Students will dance using the principals of size, level, pathway, speed, shapes, body parts, line and circle. I'll teach kid friendly steps from marching all the way to skipping. Swim like a fish, pop like a bubble, and balance a bean bag on your ear! Prerequisites: Potty Trained Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Preschool Farm Life | This will be a fun, hands on class where we learn about what life is like on a farm. We will explore the animals found in a barn, seeds and how they grow, the changing of the seasons and even tools and equipment farmers use. We will read stories, play games, sing songs and do crafts as we gain knowledge about farming. One of the most exciting things about this class is the animal guests who will visit on a regular basis! Snack will be provided. Prerequisites: Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Preschool Gymnastics | Callie Jenson | In this active class boys and girls will have the opportunity to work on balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, and body control while having fun learning some basic gymnastics skills. These skill will include but not limited to jumping, skipping, crab walking, back bends, splits, controlled landings, forward and backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. The class will mainly utilize gymnastics mats, mini-trampoline, and a floor balance beam. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: none Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | Rocks, Minerals, Fossils and Dinosaurs | Patrick Nurre | In this class young students will be introduced to the basics of rocks, minerals, fossils and dinosaurs. They will learn basic element, rock and mineral structures. They will also learn the connection between the Genesis Flood and fossils and dinosaurs. Students will learn some basic Greek and Latin roots as they study fossils and dinosaurs. The course will be taught from a young Earth, global Flood perspective and will incorporate basic science principles in geology and some fun projects. No homework or tests will be required. Students will also receive a basic rock, mineral, and fossil set. Prerequisites: None. Curriculum Used: Teacher will furnish supplies and texts. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Parents/students will provide a 3 ring notebook, lined paper and colored pencils. |
| 2019-20 | SAT Prep and Study Skills | Alex Binz | This class is organized as a fairly standard SAT Test Prep course, significantly augmented to instill a broad array of study skills necessary for any high school student to have. The centerpiece of the course is naturally the SAT prep content. Students will gain experience in test-taking strategies, familiarize themselves with the sort of questions that will be asked in each section of the test, and review a variety of subjects related to reading, writing, and mathematics. Students will learn how to translate complex word problems into math equations, pull numbers apart and put them back together to quickly solve math problems in their head, recognize unfamiliar English words using Greek and Latin roots, skim a multi-paragraph essay to find essential facts, construct a sentence using proper grammar, fix poor grammar when it is used by others, and gain proficiency at writing both a 30-minute quick essay and a 50-minute SAT essay. In addition to the strictly test-based content, this course also provides a number of modules to give students other related skills to get the most out of their classes. Students will gain experience in note-taking, memorization, speed reading, and critical thinking. Finally, over the course of the year, students will conduct research, prepare an outline, draft and then revise a 5-page research paper. Homework should take 3-4 hours per week. Prerequisites: Student should be familiar with algebra and geometry, and should be able to read and write at a high school level. Curriculum Used: The Official SAT Study Guide, by The College Board, 2018 edition, ISBN: 1457309289 Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: The Official SAT Study Guide, 2018 Edition, by The College Board (ISBN: 1457309289); Rummy Roots, by Eternal Hearts (ASIN: B000GTBCBQ) |
| 2019-20 | Saxon Algebra 1 | Meg Garrison | I love helping students discover the wonders and uses of math! The Saxon Algebra 1 textbook takes us through the typical Algebra 1 scope and sequence (listed at the end). Each week will consist of one hour of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students, AND an additional hour of Skype as a class -- I will do two identical Skype sessions. Please choose one of the following: Tuesdays at 1:00 or Thursdays at 1:00 . I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype. Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent or student will grade the homework. Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will provide tests every week which will be turned in to me the following week for grading. Tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision; a parent needs to sign each test, ensuring that no extra material was used during the test. Topics covered: fractions, decimals, graphing, real numbers, unit multipliers, ratio, proportion, percent, exponents, roots, probability and statistics, polynomials, rational expressions, solving equations, linear equations, quadratic equations, functions, line segments, polygons, circles, triangles, geometric solids, area, and surface area. Prerequisites: Taking a short pretest, and successful completion of a pre-algebra course. Curriculum Used: Algebra 1: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition (Saxon) (ISBN 10: 1565771346 / ISBN 13: 9781565771345); AND Saxon Algebra 1: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771370 / - ISBN 13: 9781565771376) Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Algebra 1: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition (Saxon) (ISBN 10: 1565771346 / ISBN 13: 9781565771345); AND Saxon Algebra 1: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771370 / - ISBN 13: 9781565771376) |
| 2019-20 | Saxon Algebra 2 | Meg Garrison | I love helping students discover the wonders and uses of math!The Saxon Algebra 2 textbook takes us through a typical scope and sequence (listed at the end). - Each week will consist of one hour of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students, AND an additional hour of Skype as a class -- Tuesdays at 11:00am. I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype. - Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent or student will grade the homework. - Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will provide tests every week which will be turned in to me the following week for grading. Tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision; a parent needs to sign each test, ensuring that no extra material was used during the test. - Topics covered: fractions, decimals, graphing, real numbers, unit multipliers, ratio, proportion, percent, exponents, roots, probability and statistics, polynomials, rational expressions, solving equations, linear equations, quadratic equations, functions, line segments, polygons, circles, triangles, geometric solids, area, surface area, complex numbers, constructions, proofs, and more. Prerequisites: Taking a short pretest, and successful completion of Algebra I that includes some geometry. Curriculum Used: Saxon Algebra 2: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771400 / ISBN 13: 9781565771406) - AND Saxon Algebra 2: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771435 / ISBN 13: 9781565771437) Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Saxon Algebra 2: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771400 / ISBN 13: 9781565771406) - AND Saxon Algebra 2: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771435 / ISBN 13: 9781565771437) , as well as a TI-84, TI-83, or TI-82 graphing calculator. |
| 2019-20 | Saxon Pre-Algebra | Meg Garrison | I love helping students discover the wonders and uses of math! The Saxon Algebra 1/2 textbook takes us through a typical scope and sequence (listed at the end). - A good understanding of math basics is essential for learning, comprehending, and enjoying upper level math. Pre-Algebra is an important stepping stone in this process. Each week will consist of up to 75 minutes of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students. (We will not always need all of the extra time.) I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype. - Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent will grade the homework. - Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will provide tests every week which will be turned in to me the following week for grading. Tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision; a parent needs to sign each test, ensuring that no extra material was used during the test. - Topics covered: fractions, decimals, mixed numbers, signed numbers, word problems, unit multipliers, ratios, proportions, percents, divisibility, rounding, place value, order of operations, scientific notation, evaluation and simplification of algebraic expressions, solving equations, linear equations, perimeter, area, surface area, volume, some geometry, and more. Prerequisites: Taking a short pretest, and successful completion of a 6th grade or equivalent course. Curriculum Used: Algebra 1/2 : An Incremental Development, 3rd Edition (Saxon) (ISBN 10: 1565771494 / ISBN 13: 9781565771499) . AND Saxon Algebra 1/2: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771311 / ISBN 13: 9781565771314 Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Saxon Algebra 1/2 : An Incremental Development, 3rd Edition (Saxon) (ISBN 10: 1565771494 / ISBN 13: 9781565771499). AND Saxon Algebra 1/2: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771311 / ISBN 13: 9781565771314 ) |
| 2019-20 | Science Safari | Molly Hurd | We will go on a science safari! Classes will be filled with activities, labs, and art projects. Students will receive a notebook filled with all topics we cover. In the fall we will learn about bugs/insects, bats, birds, and local trees (very fall activities). Second part of the year we will do a unit on chemistry basics, electricity & magnetism, and geology. Learn about atoms, states of matter, density, pH, circuits, and grow some crystals. Occasional homework project. Goal is that students will be exposed to a variety of science fields, learn fundamentals of each, and be excited to pursue more science in the future. Prerequisites: Students need to be at grade level for reading and writing Curriculum Used: none - self developed curriculum Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Soccer for Kids | New and returning students alike will have a blast playing fun mini soccer games, learning new skills and honing old ones in this very active and energetic class. Students will not be waiting in long lines to do drills nor stand around listening to lectures by their coach/instructor. Each class time is maximized for fun and lots of touches on the ball which is the quickest way to improve soccer for young players. Perfect for beginning to intermediate players. More advanced players will be challenged at their own level by the instructor who holds a USSF National coaching license and a Coever Youth Deploma. Nuggets of spiritual truths will be woven into the soccer games and training when appropriate. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: none Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: Good close-toed shoes. Shin guards recommended. Soccer balls will be provided in class. However, it would be nice (not required) for the student to have a soccer ball at home for practicing skills on their own. | |
| 2019-20 | Sous Chefs | Wendy Mar | A cooking class to inspire teens and tweens in the kitchen. With tantalizing recipes and weekly hands-on culinary experience, this cooking class will open the door to greater independence and give your teen or tween the needed confidence to be self-sufficient in the kitchen. The class is not only an educational experience, but a great opportunity to hang out with friends as they work side by side creating delicious food together. Some of the dishes we will be making are pizza, scones, empanadas, dumplings, soup, cupcakes, crepes, and much more as we explore the world of food! Please note that this class uses ingredients, such as wheat, gluten, eggs, dairy, sugar, fruits and vegetables. If your child is allergic to these ingredients, this might not be the right class for them. Prerequisites: N/A Curriculum Used: None Teacher Provided: no Parent Provided: N/A |
| 2019-20 | Spanish I High School | A general introduction to the Spanish language will provide students with a beginning-level Spanish course. Students will develop Spanish proficiency through extensive interaction in the target language. Emphasis to be placed on the acquisition of four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and limited writing. Two main objectives are 1) to give students the ability to carry on a simple conversation and 2) to provide students basic understanding of Spanish culture, vocabulary, and grammatical concepts. Enrichment Activities: Explore Activities - practical tasks where students must use Spanish to accomplish an assignment. These Explore activities help students develop more profound understanding of Spanish cultures through linking to authentic sources of language including but not limited to internet sites, music, movies, short stories. Discussion Board Activities - provide opportunities for students to interact with other students and practice their new language. eJournal assignments allow students to make cultural comparisons and practice communicating personal experiences in the language. Unit tests will include reading & listening comprehension questions, and an oral or written assessment. Comprehensive Midterm and Final Exams will include both oral and written assessments. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: N/A Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Internet access and email | |
| 2019-20 | Stories and More (Five In A Row) | Tanya Edden | Come along on an exciting adventure of learning and growth as we delve into outstanding childrens' literature and award winning picture books, opening the door to the fascinating realms of History and Science; Art and Art Appreciation; the joy and challenges of Human Relationships; Social Studies; and even exploring Maths concepts and Writing. Carefully chosen books will create an excitement, intrigue and appreciation of the world around us as we read these stories together and then engage in hands on activities, discussions, crafts and exercises relating to one of the previously mentioned areas of study. We will also explore Christian Character and fruit of the spirit; and read an accompanying verse/s or story from the Bible as we go through each book, always pointing children back to Jesus, and demonstrating the relevance of the Bible in childrens' every day lives. No matter how young, children get a substantial head start from books, and Five In A Row has been created to lead children to fall in love with good books and to embrace the joy of learning. Author of Five In A Row Curriculum - Jane Clare Lambert (homeschooling mom of 17 years). We will spend roughly 2 weeks on each book, depending on the depth of the stories and the nature of the activities involved. Children will create a memory folder to document and record their learning and literary journey. I am a qualified Occupational Therapist, originally from South Africa. I have a wonderful husband, and three young children at Heritage. As a family, we love good books and treasure our story times together. Please contact me for more information on what will be an exciting and fulfilling class. Age Range: 4 - 7 years Pre-requisite: Able to sit and listen to a story, as well as a willingness to engage in semi structured discussion and activities. |
| 2019-20 | Story Dramatics | Ivy Tungsvik | Story Dramatics is a class that uses picture books as our back drop to have fun filled adventures. To bring the story to life, we will use dramatic play to go on imaginative adventures and relive the story but with our own twist and turns, and create new ideas that go beyond the books. Prerequisites: Children should be 3 1/2 by September Curriculum Used: See the course description Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: none |
| 2019-20 | Storybook Theatre | Kim Douglass | In Storybook Theatre students play games and participate in class activities to improve not only their theatre skills of singing, dancing and acting, but life skills of listening, sharing and relating to others in a group. This is a fun energetic class where students are encouraged to be creative through interaction with classmates. Every student will receive a speaking role in our two fully staged Storybook productions. No prior experience or training is required. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, costumes, sets and production support. Our two productions (one at Christmas and one in May) will be held directly after school. This year's shows will include an old-fashioned melodrama entitled The Fastest Thimble in the West, and the beloved English classic Peter Pan. Performance dates will be announced in the fall. Regular class attendance and line memorization are required! Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Storybook Theatre Jr. | Kim Douglass | The junior version of Storybook Theatre is aimed at the younger elementary student who wants to tell stories through drama and music. Similar to its counterpart, Storybook Theatre JUNIOR encourages creativity through group participation. Every class includes games and activities that work on stage presentation skills of singing, dancing, acting, and life activities of listening, sharing and presenting. Every student will receive a speaking-role in our two fully staged productions. All of our productions are tailored around the students in each class. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, costumes, sets and production support. Our two productions (one at Christmas and one in May) will be held directly after school. This year's productions include The Elves and the Shoemaker and the stories of Little Orphan Annie. Performance dates will be announced in the fall. Regular class attendance and some line memorization are required! Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | String Ensemble | This class would be an opportunity for students who take violin, viola, cello, or string bass lessons to come together once a week and collaborate together to make beautiful music. The music would be based on the playing level of the students and would be picked from the Classical canon. - - Ensembles are a wonderful opportunity for students to grow as musicians in a supportive group of fellow students all working towards a common goal of a performance-ready piece(s) of music. In addition to the musical aspects, there are also real-life skills that are strengthened by playing in an ensemble. These include: Teamwork - Problem Solving - Communication - Critical Thinking - Responsibility Prerequisites: Prerequisites: The student must be able to read music and have at least a year of private instruction on either the violin, viola, cell, or string bass. Curriculum Used: TBD, based on the ability of the overall group. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: | |
| 2019-20 | Taekwondo | Wendy Rogers | Taekwondo is a wonderful Martial Art for both beginners and those with more Martial Arts experience. In this class kids will learn confidence, self control, discipline, integrity, and respect. At the same time kids will have fun learning different kicks, strikes, blocks, forms, self defense, and some light contact sparring. Taekwondo is a great way for kids to get out energy, work on physical fitness, and learn something new all in a controlled environment. Students will get a chance to move up belt levels every 3 months during an in class belt exam. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites, however if students have prior Taekwondo experience I am happy to assess them and see where they fit into the belt levels so that they can continue on their Martial Arts journey. Curriculum Used: There are no text but I will provide students with a uniform and belt. I will also provide a notebook with their forms in it and some Taekwondo terminology sheets. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Train Your Brain | The brain is an amazing creation that should be exercised. This class will help students exercise and train their brain in problem solving and critical thinking skills. A good follow-on to the Hands-on Equations class, activities in this class will include math problem solving, projects, patterns, logic problems, creative thinking, games and math mysteries. Most work will be done in class, but a small amount of homework will be assigned each week. Prerequisites: Basic math skills at or above 4th grade level Curriculum Used: Curriculum has been developed by the teacher. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: Students will need to supply their own ruler, notebook paper, graph paper and calculator. | |
| 2019-20 | Vibrant Voice Chorus | Do you have the soul of a singer, but perhaps not the voice? The Vibrant Voices Chorus welcomes students who wish to discover the strength and beauty of his/her own voice, sing in parts and learn to read music. We'll achieve this as a group by developing healthy vocal techniques, tackling multi-part music and singing in solfege through a program called Patterns in Sound. We perform at the two HHC parties. Required weekly homework: 1 hour, 15 minutes practice time over the material covered in the previous class session. Prerequisites: None Curriculum Used: Teacher loans the Patterns of Sound, Vols 1 and 2 and various octavos to the students. These are collected at the end of the school year. No need for parents to purchase anything beforehand. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: None | |
| 2019-20 | Where in the World Geography USA and more! | Geography is a foundational stepping stone in learning culture and social influences, the physical environment, political climate, and the where of the events of the world and how they shape and influence our society. To teach our children to have a mental map of their country and the entire world opens the mind to understanding the relationships between countries and the world's interdependence. Beyond that, it is just fun to know about the extraordinary places in this amazing world that the Lord made for us. The students will be taught from a classical approach utilizing repetition, intensity, duration alongside the art of dialectic conversation so that not only will the students have the opportunity to memorize the geography through the gentle process of drawing and song, they will engage the geography with tie-ins to history and age-appropriate present day events. Geography covered will include, USA Sates & Capitals along with prominent US physical features, blob mapping of the world, memorization of the continents and what makes them continents with their prominent features, and Oceans. Prerequisites: Motor skills for drawing, shading and writing geography names on maps. A level of maturity and temperament that allows the student to work peacefully during quiet drawing time. Curriculum Used: Where in the World US States, Capitals and Physical Features - ISBN coming soon as the book is only being sold as a digital download currently - paperback coming Summer of 2019. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: None - all is covered in the material costs | |
| 2019-20 | World History | Alex Binz | This class is an interactive survey of world history, from the rise of river valley civilizations to the age of revolutions in America and France. Along the way students will spend time in classical Greece and Rome, witness the rise of Christianity and Islam, visit the great dynasties of China and India, appreciate the flowering of the High Middle Ages and Renaissance, encounter the civilizations of early America and Africa, and grasp the profound changes that swept early modern Europe. Over the course of the year, students will read pivotal texts of politics, philosophy, and literature, memorize essential quotes from the figures who shaped our modern world, and learn the fundamentals of physical and political geography. Students will also conduct independent research projects, collaborate on creative group presentations, and debate the choices made during key moments in history. Homework should take 3-4 hours of work per week. This class is equivalent to 1 high school credit in history. Prerequisite: Students should be competent readers, and be able to write a standard five-paragraph essay. Parent-Provided Items: DK History of the World, My Father's World edition, ISBN 0756670795 (https://www.mfwbooks.com/item/17703/History-of-the-World/); Rand McNally Historical Atlas of the World (ISBN 0528014475). Teacher Provided: A world history sourcebook will also be provided by the teacher. |
| 2019-20 | Writer's Notebook | Write, illustrate, and publish original work in this fun, creative writing class. Hone your writing skills through teacher lecture, reading, and practice. The writer's notebook is your space to dream, write, edit, revise, and polish. Publish your writing by sharing your finished work with our class. Writing projects will include powerful paragraphs, personal narratives, poetry with submissions to Highlights Magazine, a book review, research paper, creative short story, and mystery. Your instructor obtained an English degree from NW University after earning a writing scholarship, writes manuscripts as a hobby, and has attended several Christian writer's conferences on the west coast. Homework: 1-2 hours per week. Prerequisites: Students must be able to compose and write a simple paragraph.Curriculum Used: none Teacher Provided: Teacher created curriculum Parent Provided: pencil, eraser, colored pencils or crayons | |
| 2019-20 | Writer's Workshop | AmyJoy Stoesz | Have you ever described a chocolate chip cookie to an alien from outer space? This is one of the many engaging lessons offered in Writer's Workshop. Writer's Workshop is designed to inspire, equip and encourage your child to write. We begin each genre by listening to an engaging children's book. Throughout the year, children learn to write five sentence personal narrative, descriptive, expository and persuasive paragraphs. We end the year with letter writing and poetry. Children also learn to brainstorm, draft, revise, edit and publish. Additionally, students gain confidence as they share their writing in front of peers. Optional homework may include worksheets and short writing assignments. Approximate homework time:50-60min a week - *Please note: I intentionally keep this class small (8-15 students) so I can individualize expectations to meet each student's current writing level.* Prerequisites: Students need to be at least six years old by August 31, 2019. Students also need to be able to write a simple sentence. Curriculum Used: Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Young Artists | Penny Lau | We will celebrate the artist in every child and provide opportunities for your young artist to paint like the Masters. Our inspiration comes from God's creation, Claude Monet, Grandma Moses, - Georgia O'Keffee, and Wayne Thiebaud to name a few. Through a variety of art projects, your artist will experiment with colors, lines, shapes, textures, and various mediums. In addition to drawing with their own sketchbook and painting on archival, acid free, cotton canvases, your artist will hand build with various clays. We will celebrate the season designing a wooden Christmas tree and make a wooden toy. Last but not least, we will tie-dye t-shirts, and create with paper mache. New artists and projects included. Prerequisites: Be willing to try new things and occasionally get messy. Curriculum Used: All materials will be provided by the instructor. Teacher Provided: yes Parent Provided: |
| 2019-20 | Young Gym | Let's Play! In this class for 3 and 4 year olds, each week we review, learn & develop locomotor, nonlocomotor and manipulative skills on different levels. This is done through gross motor movement and play using individual movements (walking, running, jumping, hopping, sliding, galloping, leaping, skipping and more) with manipulation (throwing, catching, kicking, dribbling) plus partner, team or large group activities. Each class will open with an activity, then we break for a group warm up on mats then head right back into activities. While they are having a lot of fun playing and moving they will also learn about encouraging one another, teamwork, sportsmanship, and following directions. Please have your child wear non-marking tennis shoes and bring a water bottle to each class. Prerequisites: none Curriculum Used: n/a Teacher Provided: n/a Parent Provided: Water bottle and tennis shoes each week. | |
| 2019-20 | Pinterest To Life | Perry Jones | Create some of the most popular craft projects from Pinterest! This is class will explore working with different materials--wood, concrete, paint, metal--and creating fun and beautiful projects that students will enjoy for years to come. Imaginations will run wild, craftiness will be exercised, and new skills will be learn and mastered! |
| 2020-21 | Academic Writing | Writing is like math because it is objective; however, writing is not like math because it is subjective. This class provides students with the objective structure and subjective feedback needed to be successful writers. Its goals include: teaching how to write a basic five paragraph essay, supplying tips to improve writing, and giving practice through a variety of assignments. Essay forms introduced: expository, persuasive, literary analysis, opinion editorial, and college application. Coursework involves lecture, note taking, vocabulary, composition, peer editing, grammar review, and quizzes. Academic Writing qualifies as a high school English credit. This class is repeatable. Each year is unique and offers a variety of essay topics to further writing practice. - Homework: Approximately 4 hours a week. - For questions and/or class syllabus: [email protected]. Prerequisites: Student must have access to a computer, printer, and the Internet. Student should be able to write a quality paragraph. Curriculum Used: Teacher provides all materials. Academic Writing will be offered live each week at the originally scheduled time and the live session will be recorded. Going online will not affect the curriculum and activities will be adjusted to utilize the virtual format. Hard copy materials will be supplied by the teacher and students will upload or email assignments. | |
| 2020-21 | American Girl History | Addison Nohr | This class has been reopened with a new instructor. American Girl Dolls make learning history easy and fun! We will go back in time with Kaya, Kirsten, Samantha, Kit, and Molly as we explore United States history. We will study Native American culture with Kaya, early pioneers with Kirsten, the Victorian era and industrial revolution with Samantha, the Great Depression with Kit, and World War II with Molly. This class includes weekly discussions, maps, timelines, lap books, crafts, show-and-tell, presentations, and at the end of every unit we will have a party to celebrate the time period. Homework: Weekly reading (or listening) according to a reading schedule (1 book per week) and answering a homework page of about 4 comprehension questions. Please note: Student can use either the classic six books (discontinued) or the two book BeForever set for each character. |
| 2020-21 | American History | Alex Binz | This class is organized as a fairly standard U.S. History class, though accelerated to cover everything in a single year. Following the textbook, the class will take a broadly chronological approach, from Columbus to the Civil War and Reconstruction before breaking for winter break, then restarting with the Gilded Age and wrapping up the year with the War on Terror. Over the course of this class, students will learn to: take regular notes on material presented in class; read key texts in the history of American politics and literature; memorize essential quotes and excerpts that define the American character; recognize the essentials of American political and physical geography; conduct independent research projects and self-directed reading; creatively interact with class content and present their work to the rest of class; and debate key events in American history and appreciate the arguments used by both sides. Homework should take around 3-4 hours per week. This class is equivalent to one high school credit of History. Our textbook will be Joy Hakim's award-winning series, 'A History of US' (Third Edition). We will be using all eleven volumes, paperback -- you can order them in a box set or individually on Amazon. To encourage active participation in online classes, students will be required to keep their webcams on. Each class will be recorded for students to rewatch later in the week for partial credit. I will make myself available in the online classroom outside of the usual class time, so students can ask questions and collaborate together on projects. |
| 2020-21 | American Literature | Alex Binz | This class provides a survey of the greatest works of American literature, from the colonial era to the Cold War. Students will encounter texts by Benjamin Franklin, Mark Twain, Harper Lee, and others, learning to engage each author in the context of their own time and place. Students will maintain a reading journal, collaborate on creative projects, conduct independent research, and critically examine each text through essays and classroom discussion. Homework should take 3-4 hours of work per week. This class is equivalent to 1 high school credit of English. To encourage active participation in online classes, students will be required to keep their webcams and microphones on. Each class will be recorded for students to rewatch later in the week for partial credit. |
| 2020-21 | Analytical Grammar | Shannon Beddo | This class is worth 1 high school English credit. The teacher will provide all records needed for high school transcripts as well as an end of the year final grade. Analytical Grammar (AG) teaches English grammar, punctuation, and usage. AG is divided into 3 seasons. AG students will finish all 3 seasons in one year. Season 1: Parts of speech, parts of the sentence, and the basics of sentence diagramming Season 2: All the phrases and clauses (this completes the study of grammar) Season 3: All the rules of punctuation (commas, semi-colons, colons, quotations, etc.) and usage (who or whom, I or me, etc.) By the end of the year your student will know everything there is to know regarding these essential aspects of language arts. There is no need to teach it ever again! In addition to completing the AG workbook, the teacher will require the memorization of teacher-created chant charts containing language arts items such as a list of prepositions. This is not a writing class. There are no writing assignments in this class; it is purely grammar, punctuation and usage. IMPORTANT NOTE FROM TEACHER: I am honored to partner with parents in homeschooling, but I believe it is primarily the responsibility of the parents to ensure the actual schooling takes place. I only have 1 hour a week with your child. I trust you to ensure the 1-3 hours of homework required for this class is being faithfully done each week. It is impossible to pass this class if the homework is not done. Required Text: Analytical Grammar Student book: Publisher: Analytical Grammar (1996) ASIN: B00TQWBE9O Analytical Grammar Teacher's book Publisher: Analytical Grammar (1996) ASIN: B003X8VPIC The website below sells the set for a reduced price. https://www.analyticalgrammar.com/product/set-of-analytical-grammar/ All of my online classes will be live and it is important students are present during class to participate and ask questions. All classes will also be recorded for students who occasionally miss class due to illness or for students who may wish to re-visit the material covered in class. As homework is done in a workbook, parents will have to ensure it is completed by visually inspecting their child's workbook every week. (They do not have to grade it, just ensure it is done.) Parents will also have to proctor tests but the students will upload them to me and I will grade them. Note: For students joining after Sept. 19th: 1. In addition to the materials above, the parent must also purchase a 1.5 three ring binder and 50 page protectors. I will provide the chant charts mentioned above in a files document to be printed off (in color) and added to the page protectors. 2. I am recording all my classes. Students who join late must watch all previous classes and do the homework. It is important that the student workbook be filled out from the beginning. 3. While I will leave the following to the parent's discretion, I recommend not joining this class after Oct. 26th as it will be very difficult for your child to catch up. However, if you have any questions, I am happy to discuss. Working diligently over the Christmas break might be an option. |
| 2020-21 | Animal Adventure | Jody Campbell | Join us as we explore all about animals, taught by a veterinarian. Each week we will learn about a new animal by reading animal books, playing cooperative games, coloring, drawing, and creating crafts. We will learn interesting facts about animals including their habitat, what they eat, unique traits, and what their hobbies are. This will be a fun and interactive class for students to learn about animals of the land, air, and sea. Students can help direct the class by suggesting their favorite animal(s) to learn about. Online classes will be 30-40 minutes long, and the vast majority of classes will be offered live to allow for interaction in the class. At the start of the year, each student will be provided a kit that will include: materials to create a fun animal craft at home each week, a fun-facts sheet on each animal we study during the week, and a worksheet for each animal that will help encourage and develop fine-motor skills (ex. maze, connect the dots, coloring page, etc.). |
| 2020-21 | Animal Science | Jody Campbell | Love animals? Love science? This is the class for you! Come learn about animals from a veterinarian and explore how unique animals are in their structure and needs. This science-based class will cover basics of animal anatomy (the parts of the body), physiology (how the body works), and pathology (diseases of the body). We will focus mainly on domestic/common species and touch on exotics as well. Class activities include: lecture, activities, hands-on labs, and discussion. Each student will research an animal of their choice and give a short (2-10 min) presentation. No homework, though additional worksheets and study materials are available. We may perform dissection(s) pending student interest and comfort. Students enrolled in this class are not required to participate in dissection. Online classes will be 35-50 minutes in length and the majority of classes will be offered live to encourage interaction with the students. At the beginning of the year, each student will receive a kit that includes: printed handouts and worksheets for each week and supplies needed for in class hands-on activities. Messy hands-on labs (i.e. dissections) will be performed during live class or recorded, depending upon student comfort. Directions for labs will be included for those wishing to participate at home with parent supervision (at-home dissection materials will need to be purchased separately). |
| 2020-21 | Animals Around the World | AmyJoy Stoesz | Drawing and handwriting require many of the same skills. This class will not only engage students in learning the seven continents, but will also carefully help students develop the skills it takes to strengthen their letter formation skills. We will travel the world, learning about various animals and their habitats. Weekly, students will follow step by step drawings of animals. Children will express their creativity and imagination in the backgrounds they add to each picture. Students enjoy sharing their unique, hand drawn books with their families and friends. No Homework! This class lends itself nicely to the online format. While I hope all students can attend live classes, I will also be recording each class. Students may watch the class anytime during the week. Additionally, for this upcoming year, I have purchased a document camera and am hoping to use it to help children see the drawings more clearly. Students will receive all materials needed to successfully draw one animal a week. |
| 2020-21 | Astronomy | Cydney Adler | This course covers the major structures of our solar system, starting with the sun and working towards Pluto. Along the way, the student will also learn about Earth's moon, the asteroid belt, and the Kuiper belt. After that, students will move outside our solar system and learn about the stars and galaxies that make up God's incredible universe. Students will read text and complete notebook activities. Homework will take 1 - 2 hours per week. High interest content, low-intensity homework and no tests makes this class suitable for a wide range of learning styles. Parents provide text Exploring Creation With Astronomy, 2nd edition Fulbright, Publisher: Apologia Educatioanl Ministries * ISBN-13: 9781940110585 Teacher provides spiral bound Notebooking Journal In consideration of the online format: We will still have hands on activities most weeks. Teacher will supply most materials. Families may need to supply common materials such as tape, glue, markers, etc. |
| 2020-21 | Astronomy Club | Perry Jones | Stars, planets, moon, and galaxies, oh my! Learn about our solar system, the galaxy we inhabit, and unfathomably size of the universe we live in. How are stars formed, and how do they die? Together we will travel through space and learn about everything that is currently going on above us: asteroids, comets, orbits, supernovas and much more! This class is intended as a recreational science course, geared toward having fun and learning during class time hours only. Homework will be minimal and only on rare occasion. |
| 2020-21 | Basic Middle School Writing and Literature | Rachel von Lehe | Is your student new to the world of grammar, writing, and literature? The class will focus on the basics of grammar and writing as we learn how to construct basic sentences, paragraphs, and the 5-paragraph essay. We will also explore great works of American and British literature through reading a collection of poetry and three to four novels by authors such as Wilson Rawls, Mark Twain, Lois Lowry, and Esther Forbes. Full reading list TBD. Our online class will meet live on Monday mornings for the full hour and will involve class discussion of the literature, grammar lesson, and writing skills, as well as time in breakout rooms where the students will practice together the rules and skills we are learning. The grammar text and poetry book will be purchased by the teacher for the students; the novels will need to be provided by the parents. Students will need access to a printer to print off weekly homework sheets and handouts. |
| 2020-21 | Basic Writing and Literature for High School | Rachel von Lehe | Do you have a reluctant student of writing and literature? This class will focus on the basics of grammar and writing, while also introducing works of literature that will hopefully inspire a greater love of reading. In addition to the fundamentals of grammar, we'll also study how to write quality sentences, paragraphs, and various types of essays, such as opinion, persuasion, and narration. We'll tour five well-known novels, a handful of short stories, and a collection of poems. The reading list will include both British and American authors, such as Agatha Christie, Elizabeth Gaskell, Edgar Allen Poe, Charles Dickens, O. Henry, and others. Full reading list TBD. Our online class will meet live on Monday mornings for the full hour and will involve class discussion of the literature, grammar lesson, and writing skills, as well as time in breakout rooms where the students will practice together the rules and skills we are learning. The grammar text and poetry book will be purchased by the teacher for the students; the novels will need to be provided by the parents. Students will need access to a printer to print off weekly homework sheets and handouts. |
| 2020-21 | Beginning Chess | Marilyn Wilke | Playing chess improves concentration, problem-solving skills and pattern recognition, and it is fun for all ages! This class is open to students with no chess knowledge as well as those who would benefit from laying a solid chess foundation. We start with the basic rules of chess and notation and move on to simple tactics and checkmate patterns. Each class period will include a chess lesson and playing time. Emphasis will be on learning the game, having fun, and practicing good sportsmanship. Toward the end of the year we will play a friendly tournament with prizes. Homework: Completing one online lesson and one workbook lesson per week (approximately ½ hour) and playing games with family or friends. Materials fee covers workbook, notation book, and prizes. Class will be taught live online. I will teach a new chess concept for the first half of class. Then all students will be assigned to a breakout room with another classmate where they will play chess live. |
| 2020-21 | Birds, Bats and Bugs | Cydney Adler | In this class, students will begin exploring the dynamics of flight and animal classification, understanding why the design we see in these incredible creatures points us to our Creator God. In our study of birds, we will learn how to attract various bird species and identify them by looking at their special physical characteristics, diverse nests, and interesting domestic practices. We will also learn the anatomy and the glorious design that enables birds to do remarkable things. After becoming amateur ornithologists, we will explore the world of chiropterology, which is the study of bats. Students will be able to intelligently share with others the value of bats in our world while exposing the misconceptions that most people have regarding these docile creatures of the night. Finally, we will investigate entomology, the study of insects. Many hands-on experiments keep students learning and engaged. Homework ~1 - 2 hours per week. Parent provides: Exploring Creation with Zoology 1 Flying Creatures of the 5th day, Fulbright, Publisher: Apologia Educational Ministries * ISBN-13: 978-1932012613 Instructor will provide Notebooking Journal. Please have text on the first day of class In consideration of the online format: We will still do hands-on activities every week. Most materials will be provided by teacher. Families will need to provide some supplies such as glue, tape, scissors. It may be necessary to print out materials occasionally. |
| 2020-21 | Book Club 2nd Hour | Tanya Edden | This class has been reopened with a new instructor. In Book Club students meet with their friends to discuss a great book by authors such as E.B. White, C.S. Lewis, Pearl Buck and Patricia St. John. Students will be introduced to important elements of literary analysis such as theme, figurative language, and point of view. They will practice group discussion skills of questioning, listening, and engaging thoughtfully with their peers and with ideas expressed in the books. We also enjoy occasional story-inspired games and crafts, and practice public speaking by presenting book recommendations and author biographies. Homework is to complete the reading (about one book every two weeks) and the provided reading guide. August Addendum: Online learning can be a challenge but it can also be a fantastic opportunity. In addition to what is already listed in the description above, I would like to add the following for those kids interested: Reading aloud Many kids will be doing this with parents/ siblings already, but may not have the opportunity to read to their peers, and certainly not on a digital platform. If children feel comfortable to, I will be encouraging those that want to, to read passages of the book we're studying together, or even for a few children to take on different character / narration roles. This is a no pressure exercise, so children do not have to read aloud if they don't feel comfortable doing so. I would like to think that as we build relationships within the class, and confidences grow, that those who are initially a bit reluctant, may be reading even a few sentences aloud by the end of the year. Enunciation over a digital platform Rather then getting frustrated with the challenges of online learning, we will use this season as an opportunity to learn how to better express ourselves online so we can have our thoughts and ideas heard. I hope these skills may help children with their other online classes as well. We will be learning to focus on different cues to know when to talk and when to listen. Socialization Which homeschoolers ears don't pick up when this word is mentioned! Now more then ever with lockdown, cancelled sports and in-person extra curriculars, my kids are missing friends. I'm not sure what this will look like yet - whether we will do small groups, split the class in half, break into 2's or 3's or stay as a whole class, or all of these options. However it plays out, there will be time at the end of the class for social time. |
| 2020-21 | Booting Up on Arduino | Ed Morin | In 1971, Intel's tiny 4004 4-bit microprocessor hit the market unleashing a microcomputer revolution that forever changed our world. Microprocessors are used ubiquitously for smart-home control, automobile key fobs, appliances, utility infrastructure, and manufacturing to make these things! Students will get a hands-on introduction to the popular, easy-to-use microprocessor development system called Arduino. Students will learn about input and output control for common devices through a series of fun, hands-on projects for controlling LED lights, simple games, environmental sensing, and remote control using the popular electronics breadboard system (no soldering required). This class is designed to provide foundational knowledge for working with robotics and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Online classes will include live instruction. |
| 2020-21 | Chemistry and Physics for Kids | Patrick Nurre | In Chemistry and Physics for Kids students will learn the basics of atomic structure, electron behavior, arrangement and order in the Periodic Table, basics of physical science and how both these disciplines work together in science. Some homework and quizzes will be given but only for measuring the progress of each student. No class grade will be given for this level. This course is meant to be a preparatory course for participating in high school chemistry and physics. To accommodate online learning, I will be coordinating with the parents to deliver a kit of materials they can give to their student as they are discussed on line. |
| 2020-21 | Chronicles of Narnia | Alex Binz | In this class, students will read and discuss the seven Chronicles of Narnia, written C.S. Lewis. Students will see how Lewis draws characters and plot in the Chronicles, and how he emphasizes certain themes in each book. Students will keep a reading journal, collaborate on creative projects, and write a paragraph or short essay about each book. We will also watch some of the Narnia films together as a class. To encourage active participation in online classes, students will be required to keep their webcams and microphones on. Each class will be recorded for students to rewatch later in the week for partial credit. |
| 2020-21 | Civics & US Government | Shannon Beddo | This class is worth 1 high school history credit. The teacher will provide all the documentation you will need for your official records as well as a final grade. This class is geared for upper high school and will teach the basics of US Government. This is a quality, Christian-based course focused on improving your student's knowledge of the political system, his responsibility as an American citizen, and his understanding of America's Founding Fathers. I focus heavily on the Constitution: its flexible framework, the separation of powers, the Amendments and Bill of Rights. This includes a complete overview of the 3 branches of government. Additional in-depth topics examine Presidential power, the two-house system, impeachment, cabinet departments, the election process, and the Supreme Court. An added focus will be a book regarding the Electoral College. I will explain the governmental processes at both the state and local levels. Additional informative topics include the election process, citizenship and rights, and civic responsibilities like voluntarism and political involvement. Finally, we will look at international economics, environmental politics, comparative governments, humanitarian concerns, and foreign policies. Your students will write a 5 page essay each semester. The first semester will be a defense of the Electoral College. The second semester essay will cover some aspect of a current event. IMPORTANT NOTE FROM TEACHER: I am honored to partner with parents in homeschooling, but I believe it is primarily the responsibility of the parents to ensure the actual schooling takes place. I only have 1 hour a week with your child. I trust you to ensure the 4-5 hours of homework required for this class is being faithfully done each week. It is impossible to pass this class if the homework is not done. Required Text: Alpha Omega Life Pacs Units 1-5 for Civics https://www.aophomeschooling.com/lifepac/electives/civics/el8801 https://www.aophomeschooling.com/lifepac/electives/civics/el8802 https://www.aophomeschooling.com/lifepac/electives/civics/el8803 https://www.aophomeschooling.com/lifepac/electives/civics/el8804 https://www.aophomeschooling.com/lifepac/electives/civics/el8805 The 5000 Year Leap by W. Cleon Skousen Animal Farm by George Orwell Enlightened Democracy: The Case for the Electoral College by Tara Ross. Whatever Happened to Penny Candy by Maybury http://www.amazon.com/Whatever-Happened-Explanation-Economics-Investments/dp/0942617622/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1400450617&sr=8-1&keywords=Whatever+Happened+to+penny+candy A Bluestocking Guide to Economics by Williams (this is the workbook that goes with Penny Candy) http://www.amazon.com/Bluestocking-Guide-Economics-Jane-Williams/dp/0942617630/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1400450648&sr=8-2&keywords=Whatever+Happened+to+penny+candy All of my online classes will be live and it is important students are present during class to participate and ask questions. All classes will also be recorded for students who occasionally miss class due to illness or for students who may wish to re-visit the material covered in class. As homework is done in a workbook, parents will have to ensure it is completed by visually inspecting their child's workbook every week. (They do not have to grade it, just ensure it is done.) Parents will also have to proctor tests but the students will upload them to me and I will grade them. |
| 2020-21 | Create, Explore, Art! | Chelsea Carbonell | Come explore various media, creative ideas, and create imaginative artwork! Skills covered include, use of media, following instructions, creative thinking, positive problem-solving skills, and basic art skills. Media used includes, but not limited to, tempera paint, watercolor, pastels, crayons, scissors, art papers, canvas, colored pencil and craft supplies. Various themes will be covered throughout the year including holidays, seasons, Bible stories, family, animals, personal interests, and abstract art. This class is great for improving fine motor skills, concentration, and hand eye coordination. Each class is opened with prayer and taught from a Christian perspective. Class structure is open to all skill levels and is an encouraging atmosphere for exploration and creative expression. Every year my classes will do mostly different projects, so it is beneficial to take this class more than once if desired. This will be my 7th year teaching at Heritage. I also work part time as a children's ministry lead at a local church. I have a BA in art and a minor in Education Psychology. I have been homeschooling 12 years. - I love art and I love kids! I hope your child will join me next year for an art adventure! Leave the mess to me and take home the beautiful results! For those joining after 8/18/2020 supplies fees are lowered to $15 to cover supplies for the second half of the school year. For the first half. students will need to supply construction paper, watercolor paper, white paper, crayons, oil pastels, colored pencils, markers, a tray of watercolor paints with a brush or 2, glue sticks, a small amount of white glue, scissors, and various optional items depending on when the student joins. For example for one project we will use feathers and another a coffee filter. I will let you know before you need them. Regarding the online class format: This class will include a fun and full art project every week. I will teach step by step, answering questions and engaging students along the way. I will provide all supplies except white paper and pencil. I will slightly modify content and supplies used to enable younger children to complete project with little or no assistance. I will shorten class time to approx. 40 minutes and record classes to accommodate attention spans and schedules. I will record short art lessons for students to watch at their convenience as well. |
| 2020-21 | Drama Production | Kim Douglass | Drama Production offers middle school and high school students--of all experience levels--the opportunity to work through the skills required to present a fully produced show. Students will work with the technical elements of sets, costumes, props, lights, sound and blocking while also developing the individual presentation skills of movement, vocal production and character development. We will start in September by polishing up techniques for monologue presentation and audition skills. Through the fall and winter months we will launch into rehearsals for our show, and our dress rehearsals and performance date will be scheduled during the month of April. Each student will have one or more specific characters to play in our production and show selection will be based on the number of students in class. The school year will wrap up with improvisation study and theatre games. Whether you are an old pro on the boards or new to the stage, we have a place for you in Drama Production class. While our class objectives and course outcomes remain the same for the year, we are changing our presentations to not one... but TWO separate shows! First semester work will focus on vocal production. We will use this to create an old-fashioned Christmas Radio Play. For spring students will get to vote on a play. Our technical and design aspects will focus on found objects, and will remain flexible for virtual or in-person presentation. All productions will be recorded and edited by our very own Heritage Drama video director, Jessica Kwiram. Classes will remain an hour in length and as always, attendance is very important! Occasionally, actors will have the opportunity to join or schedule additional online sessions for extra recording or coaching work. Since our productions are created with each individual in mind, course materials and production supplies will be made available throughout the semester. Parents will have the option of pick up, drop off, or mail as a way to receive student materials. |
| 2020-21 | Drama Skills and Drills | Kim Douglass | This drama class is geared towards the student who would like to improve their theatre skills outside of a large play production, and really let their creativity shine! That might be an actor who is a veteran of many shows, or someone who is brand new to the stage and just wants to get their feet wet. All exercises and materials will be scaled to the individual student, but everyone will cover the basics of improvisation, monologue and scene study. We will start off the year with lots of improv exercises and theatre games and then move into creating our own scripts using puppets and play writing techniques. Each class will include some work on movement, vocal production, play production and theatre history. Students will have the opportunity to work up audition monologues and towards the end of the year they will focus on building characters through scene study. We will have a class demonstration in the spring, but will work to find other creative mini-performance opportunities at Heritage throughout the year. Our class emphasis remains the same and will work well in our new online environment! Here are a few changes: The fall focus will be on monologue, character development and story-telling. The spring will now include our puppet show and additional scene work. We will add the skills of observation and layered listening as part of technique study. Course materials will be available through pick up, drop off or mail. |
| 2020-21 | Drawing and More: Illustrated Journaling MS | Meka Zieger | Drawing used to be taught with the 3R's. It's not so much an ability as learning to see. Our class journal is key to developing both skill and satisfaction. We share our books, play drawing games that train the eye-and others that are just fun (no worries about drawing right), get journal-keeping tips, discus famous artists' work, and draw the day's project. Topics include: experimenting, contour, mistakes, positive/negative space, lettering, design, maps, color and perspective. Each week I email a class recap and challenge. I'm a graphic designer who draws daily-for more than practice (see lifeinaday.posthaven.com), learning over and over: what I haven't drawn, I've never really seen. This class is about drawing for pleasure. And: developing a hobby full of joy and satisfaction. The focus is a Mindfulness and the realization: we all have lives worth documenting - useful just now... Illustrated Journaling, Covid Edition: I'd like to maximize our time together and build a drawing community, so here's the plan: You watch my YouTube video and do the class and challenge prior to our time slot. We'll use our class time as office hours to share drawings, ask questions and explore deeper. |
| 2020-21 | Drawing and Sketching with Skill and Imagination! | Chelsea Carbonell | Learn to draw! Activities and projects will include: still life drawing, portrait, imaginary creatures, comics, cars, animals, landscape, floral and more. Skills covered include: drawing skills, how to pick a reference, drawing from reference, drawing from life, basic artistic elements (shadow, contrast, perspective, positive and negative shape, etc..). We will have an emphasis on creativity, practice, technique, doing your best, and using our talents for God's glory. I enjoy challenging students and seeing artistic improvement over the course of the year. Time is spent with each student individually almost every class to give feedback and on how to bring their artwork to the next level. Students will be required to keep a sketchpad during the week and come prepared to class. This class can count as a .5 credit elective if at home assignments are completed. Media used will be primarily graphite pencil, colored pencil, and watercolor pencil on paper. I am a professionally trained artist with a B.A. in Fine Art and a minor in Educational Psychology. I also work part time as a children's ministry lead at a local church. This will be my 7th year teaching art at Heritage and my 12th year homeschooling my own kids. I look forward to this art adventure with your students! Drawing and Sketching with Skill and Imagination: For those joining after 8/18/2020 supplies Fees are lowered to $12 to cover supplies for the second half of the school year. For this class students will need to supply a mixed media sketch pad, a pencil sketch set, watercolor pencils and a brush. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B002NQ5P36/ https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B078J6ZRRG/ Meeting online, I will engage students and challenge them in their art individually and as a group. I will encourage discussion and student involvement. I will provide supplies. For some projects, students will be encouraged to find supplies at home using upcycled materials, this will be optional and fun. Students will be required to turn in their work using the online platform and I will keep track of assignments with a grade. At the end of class students will receive a grade for this class based on completing art projects. There is no penalty for late work. I will record classes to watch at student's convenience. I will provide some pre-recorded lessons as well. |
| 2020-21 | Earth Science for High School | Molly Hurd | This course acquaints students with basic scientific principles that apply to the earth and our natural environment. Emphasis is placed on current and historical geologic processes of North America with particular emphasis on Washington and the Cascade Mountain Range. New discoveries and environmental issues are discussed. Topics include: meteorology, earth's structure/composition, crystals, minerals, rock types, plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, glaciers and cave formation. Possible field trips to Mt St Helens, crystal digging, and rock hounding. Lab science class. High school credit available with C grade and above. Homework of 3-5 hours per week. 90 minute class. During online classes, we may rearrange curriculum a bit and start with things that are not so hands on such as plate tectonics and glaciology. We will still start with a unit on meteorology and track our weather weekly. There will be an added focus of research and power point presentations. |
| 2020-21 | Earth Science, Level I | Patrick Nurre | Student will learn the basics of Earth science as well as Biblical Earth history using the teacher's textbook and journal. Along with learning the science of rocks, fossils and dinosaurs, the student will learn how to use the Bible to interpret the history of rocks, minerals, fossils, dinosaurs and landforms. Special attention will be given to helping the student learn the differences among science, history, philosophy and consensus in building a coherent Biblical approach to understanding Earth Science and History. Occasional projects and tests will be assigned, but there will be no class grade given for this level. Each student will be given a set of rocks and fossils to study and keep. To accommodate online learning, I will be coordinating with the parents to deliver a kit of materials they can give to their student as they are discussed on line. |
| 2020-21 | Elementary Grammar | We will be using a variety of sources for this class, but we will be using Shurley Grammar as our foundation. As a teacher, I love grammar, and I get excited about teaching grammar. I really enjoy it when I see my students get excited about learning and understanding grammar. I also love to see them learn how to improve their own writing. Shurley Grammar is a program that teaches these skills and more in an interactive fun way. It is a system that teaches the students how to identify parts of speech within a sentence as well as the role that each word plays in a sentence. We will work on improving sentence structure with our own writing, analyzing sentences we read, and learning ways to apply the grammar rules we have learned. Important skills like these are just some of the skills that will be taught: * identifying sentence types * labeling parts of speech * understanding basic language concepts * improving vocabulary * applying punctuation rules * correcting capitalization errors * editing written passages * basic subject verb agreement * recognizing synonyms * identifying antonyms Shurley Grammar uses fun interactive techniques to improve retention of basic grammar facts and rules. Chants and jingles are used to learn the parts of speech, their function, and how to locate them in a sentence. We use games and fun cooperative activities to encourage and reinforce learning. This class teaches grammar in an exciting way! This program adds fun to the memorization and application of grammatical concepts. Parents are welcome to attend the class. It is a class that provides confidence and understanding of grammar. Students can expect 15 - 30 minutes of daily homework. This class is suited to be taught online as well as in person. I have 2-3 years experience teaching online with multiple platforms and work very hard to make my classes engaging and fun. | |
| 2020-21 | Forensic Science | Cydney Adler | Forensic science or forensics is the application of a broad spectrum of sciences to answer questions of interest to the legal system. Learn and use concepts from biology, chemistry, physics, history and political science to analyze and evaluate evidence. Learn techniques for evidence collection and wrap your mind around deductive reasoning puzzles. Many hands-on activities and intriguing case studies make this an interesting and engaging class. Class time will include lecture, labs, and videos. There are no tests in this class. Students will read ~ 20 pages per week, answer review questions and maintain a Laboratory Notebook. Homework will be 2-3 hours per week. Required Book: Forensic Science: Fundamentals & Investigations 2nd Edition, Bertino & Bertino, ISBN-13: 978-1305077119. E-book and rentals also available. Be sure to get 2nd edition. Please have on first day of class. In consideration of the online format: We will still do hands on activities and labs. Cameras will need to stay on in class as we work together. |
| 2020-21 | Getting Attracted to Electricity & Magnetism | Ed Morin | In 600 BC, the Greek Philosopher Tales discovered static electricity. Since then, scientists and inventors have observed, hypothesized, devised experiments and made additional discoveries adding to our understanding of this curious phenomenon. Allesandro Volta's breakthrough invention of the battery in 1800 and Hans Christian Oersted's discovery that an electric current creates a magnetic field initiated a myriad of discoveries and innovations that have contributed to the benefits of electricity and electromagnetism we enjoy today. Over the course of the year, students will travel this same path of discovery using dozens of hands-on experiments and projects enabling them to explore and experience the basic principles of electric charge, electricity, and electromagnetism. Significant discoveries and inventions, and the scientists and inventors behind them, will be highlighted along the way. Online classes will include live instruction. |
| 2020-21 | Hands-On Equations | Would you like your child to have an advantage when he/she takes Algebra? Hands-On Equations is a program designed to introduce younger children to concepts usually not introduced until Algebra. The program uses manipulatives to teach students to solve equations and verbal problems. Once concepts are mastered, students transition to the traditional paper and pencil approach to solving equations. This method strengthens the student's understanding of algebraic concepts, problem solving and mental math skills, all while having fun. Students must have a firm understanding of adding, subtracting and basic multiplying/dividing skills. Most work will be done during class. Homework will be up to 45 minutes per week depending on student's pace. Note: This class is for enrichment and should not be used as a replacement for regular grade-level math. I will be presenting new content weekly in a live class that will also be recorded and available for later viewing. The hands on materials will be demonstrated and sample problems will be worked on during class time. I am working to convert our binder of class work to a digital format for ease of completing and turning in of assignments. | |
| 2020-21 | Hands-On Geometry | Would you like your child to have an advantage when he/she takes Geometry? This course will give junior high student practice with geometry skills in a hands-on style class. Students will draw, build and explore basic shapes and 3-dimensional models. This class will provide better comprehension of many concepts that can be difficult to grasp in high school geometry. Students must have a firm understanding of arithmetic and an introduction to basic shapes. Most work will be done during class. Homework will be up to 1 hour per week depending on student's pace. Student provides calculator, colored pencils and graph paper. Note: This class is for enrichment and should not be used as a replacement for high school geometry. I will be presenting new content weekly in a live class that will also be recorded and available for later viewing. The majority of materials will be provided, but basic supplies such as colored pencils, scissors and glue sticks will need to be available at home. A scanner or phone app will be a helpful tool for turning in assignments that cannot be completed digitally. | |
| 2020-21 | High School Biology | Cydney Adler | This is a Christ-centered, college-prep biology course that provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology. It provides the student with a strong background in the scientific method, the five-kingdom classification scheme, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, creation vs.evolution, dissection, and ecosystems. It also provides a complete survey of the five kingdoms in Creation. This is an intensive study which will prepare students for college level classes. The 90 minute class time will be used for lecture, videos and experiments.Students will be expected to read 20-25 pages of text and complete study guides,tests, and lab notebook entries for each module (two weeks/module) . This class fulfills the requirement for a high school lab science. I do not recommend by-passing age requirements. Parents provide textbook, Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd Edition, by Jay Wile; ISBN: 1932012575. May also get Key (Tests and Solutions Guide) but this is not required. Please have textbook on first day of classes. In consideration of the online format: We will still do labs in each class. Materials will be provided by teacher. Families will provide common materials such as tape and kitchen materials. Students will need to keep cameras (if they have them) on. |
| 2020-21 | Imagination Drama | Ivy Tungsvik | In this class, the children use their imaginations to create adventures and overcome dramatic obstacles along the way. With no end to our imaginations, we use our bodies and voices to weave a tale like no other. Each class will travel to other worlds, times and far away lands and meet a variety of characters along the way. Our promise is that even though our imaginations may take us far away, we will always be back in time for lunch. We will have some fun adjustments to accommodate for the on-line drama class. While on our adventures, we will incorporate clue finding, and mystery solving. Each week we will get closer and closer to solving these mysteries, and once it is solved, we will close that story and begin another tale and go on other adventures. |
| 2020-21 | Informal Logic | Shannon Beddo | We begin the year using a homeschool favorite, The Fallacy Detective. Your student will learn over three dozen logical fallacies and will be able to identify them on TV, the radio and around the dinner table. This is a fun class that lends itself to object lessons which are often used in class for demonstration. We will go through The Thinking Toolbox to cover the following: Using the scientific method Five rules of brainstorming How to analyze opposing viewpoints How to analyze evidence and sources How to list reasons why you believe something With a firm foundation in informal fallacies, the second semester gets much meatier. We will slow down a bit as we digest The Art of Argument. This is a challenging text, but I'm confident your student will be able to build on what we have learned so far. This semester includes a review of all fallacies learned first semester with more than a dozen more fallacies introduced. We do not do every chapter in this book. This class is geared for 7-9th graders, but 10-12 graders can benefit greatly from it, although it will be easy for them. I typically do not give grades for this class, but if a parent requests it, I will provide full documentation needed for high school transcripts and an end of year final grade. It can be worth 1/2 a high school elective credit. Required Texts: The Fallacy Detective by Bluedorn: 3rd edition (2009) WORKBOOK edition. ISBN: 978-0-9745315-3-3 The Thinking Toolbox by Bluedorn: ISBN-13: 978-0974531519 ISBN-10: 0974531510 The Art of Argument by Larsen. ISBN:978-160051-018-2 All of my online classes will be live and it is important students are present during class to participate and ask questions. All classes will also be recorded for students who occasionally miss class due to illness or for students who may wish to re-visit the material covered in class. As homework is done in a workbook, parents will have to ensure it is completed by visually inspecting their child's workbook every week. (They do not have to grade it, just ensure it is done.) Parents will also have to proctor tests but the students will upload them to me and I will grade them. |
| 2020-21 | Inspiration Creation- Mixed Media Art Exploration' | Chelsea Carbonell | Truly every child is an artist made in the image of God, the ultimate creator. As kids engage with artwork, they have fun, gain confidence, focus, and creative thinking skills. Without realizing it, they work on hand eye coordination, develop creative problem-solving skills, and develop artistic ability in the process! It is so fun for me as a teacher to see how proud the students are of their work and see the creative, story-telling process that goes into each artwork. Every week, I will have a new art project for students to engage with lots of different media provided to experiment with. Kids are encouraged to think outside the box, follow directions, focus, discover, and create, all while learning art technique and pushing the limits of what they think they are capable of. We will explore color, form, positive and negative space, drawing from reference and life, abstract, landscape, seasonal art, and storybook art, among other art concepts and genres. We will use various paints, chalk and oil pastel, pencil, colored pencil, crayon, marker, glue, watercolor, art papers, wood, scissors, and craft supplies. Included are some holiday and Biblical themed projects. We will open every class with prayer and focus on God being the ultimate creator. This will be my 7th year teaching art at Heritage and my 12th year homeschooling my own kids. I have a B.A. in Fine Art and a Minor in Educational Psychology. I work part time at a local church as a children's ministry lead. Leave the mess in class and take home the beautiful results. Ready to explore and be inspired? Let's go! For those joining after 8/18/2020 supplies Fees are lowered to $15 to cover supplies for the second half of the school year. For the 1st half, students will need to supply construction paper, watercolor paper, white paper, crayons, oil pastels, colored pencils, markers, a tray of watercolor paints with a brush or 2, glue sticks, white glue, scissors, also optional items depending on when the student joins. For example for one project we will use feathers and another a coffee filter, and other various supplies. I will let you know before you need them. In regards to online classes: This class will include a full art project completed every week. I will teach step by step, answering questions and engaging students along the way. I will provide all supplies except white paper and pencil. I will slightly modify content and supplies used to enable younger children to complete project with little or no assistance. I will shorten class time to approx. 40 minutes and record classes to accommodate attention spans and schedules. I will record short art lessons for students to watch at their convenience as well. |
| 2020-21 | Integrated Arts | Penny Lau | Let's integrate creative writing with art to create unique masterpieces. Writings (4-5) will be about faith, family, holidays, and the world around them. We will learn about lines, shapes, colors, textures, and a variety of mediums. We will paint and personalize a wooden Christmas tree that a wood artist has especially made for this class. Your artist will draw in their own sketchbook and paint on archival, acid free, cotton canvases. We will experiment with Asian calligraphy brushes and Gyotaku fish printing. In the spring, your artist will create a special keepsake book for Mother's Day. Occasional homework (15-20 minutes) will be necessary to complete some writings. We will end the year with tie dyeing a t-shirt and working with Paper Mache. New projects added. In regards to online instruction: I will have materials for you at our Co-Op's pick up date. I will also send you additional materials as needed while other materials can be easily found in your home. Btw, Gyotaku fish printing may need to be modified, but we'll make it work! |
| 2020-21 | Intermediate Chess | Marilyn Wilke | This class is for students who know the rules of chess and want to improve their game. We will focus primarily on chess tactics but will also learn some strategy including common openings and end game scenarios. Each class period will include a chess lesson and playing time. Practicing good sportsmanship will be emphasized and participation in local tournaments will be encouraged. Homework: Completing one online lesson and one workbook lesson per week (approximately ½ hour) and playing games with family or friends. Materials fee covers workbook, notation book, and prizes. Class will be taught live online. I will teach a chess concept for approximately the first half of the class. Then all students will be assigned to a breakout room with a partner to play a live chess game. |
| 2020-21 | Introduction to Composition | AmyJoy Stoesz | Introduction to Composition is designed to inspire, equip, and encourage your child to write. In this class, students will expand and develop their paragraphs as they learn to write five paragraph personal narratives, descriptive, persuasive, expository and research papers. Book reports, realistic fiction and fairy tales are included. Students begin the year by learning to organize their writing. They then apply their skills as they practice brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revising, editing and publishing their work. Homework may include worksheets, short writing assignments and research. Approximate homework time: 2 hours a week. **Please note: I intentionally keep this class small (8-15 students) so I can individualize expectations to meet each student's current writing level. It is important for students to attend the live classes. However, if your students miss a class, they may watch the recording anytime during the week. I will send weekly emails summarizing what we did in class and explaining the weekly homework. Students will be provided with binders and supplementary workbooks (with answer keys). Parents will need to correct the workbook portion. Students will turn in the rest of their work through Microsoft Teams. I will also upload class handouts throughout the year. Students will need to print these out and add them to their binders. Every year, students write an autobiographical research paper about a missionary. I will save this paper for the second half of the year in hopes libraries will be open. If we are still meeting online, I will teach students how to research online. |
| 2020-21 | Introduction to Debate | Caleb Chen | This class aims to educate and equip Middle to High School students with the ability to think logically and persuade effectively through the tool of formal debate. Geared towards beginner students and 1st year debaters, this class will help students argue logically, research relevant topics, and learn to how feel comfortable communicating their ideas and arguments to others in a respectful and convincing manner. Students do not need to be affiliated to a debate league or club to participate. This course includes discussion of various current topics and debate theory and strategy during the class hour, while students will debate online with each other using Microsoft Teams later in the week (depending on student availability). Information taught in class is from the NCFCA Comprehensive Guide To Value Debate: Coach's Manual (ISBN: 978-1-62341-287-6) and the NCFCA Comprehensive Guide to Policy Debate: Coach's Manual (ISBN: 978-1-62341-287-6). Students are encouraged, but not required to purchase the text - Introduction to Policy Debate (ISBN: 1880665042) Due to class moving online, students will need to have a working microphone and webcam/or camera. Class sessions will NOT be recorded unless students absolutely cannot attend. Class time will still continue to fill the entire hour, and students will be encouraged to take physical (as opposed to digital) notes during class time. Most assignments are required to be typed up, but some quizzes and assignments will need to be printed out. All content and topics will stay the same despite the shift. |
| 2020-21 | Larson Precalculus | Evi Lay | This fast pace class is a more in-depth study of previous mathematics concepts as well as new topics which will prepare students to advance their study into Calculus. Some of the topics covered are functions (polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic), trigonometry (inverses, graphing, identities, unit circle), vectors, matrices, sequence and series, conics, and limits. Expect 5-8 hours weekly coursework including daily assignments, quizzes and tests. Students need to provide a scientific calculator (or graphing calculator), and graphing paper. Quizzes/tests are provided. Class format: twice a week (Monday in-person and Thursday thru Skype). Optional to purchase a hard-textbook copy. Electronic copy of the textbook will be provided. Precalculus with Limits 2E 2010 ISBN 9781439049099 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2 or placement test (please contact Evi Lay at [email protected]). |
| 2020-21 | Life Science I | Molly Hurd | Life Science I will cover characteristics of all living things, scientific method, microscopes, cells and cell parts, cell division, and genetics. This is a lab science class and will require 1-2 hours of homework per week. Homework will be graded and an online grading website is used. Students will receive grades for all homework, labs, and tests. This class will provide the fundamentals for future biology classes. Come prepared to have fun and work hard! Students who took Life Science this year, can continue next year and cover new material. New students do not need previous science. Please Note: We anticipate offering Life Science I again next year, as a part of a new 3-year rotation of Mrs.Hurd's middle school classes. During online classes: Class will still have labs! I have acquired a USB microscope and also a digital camera that attaches to a microscope. It's not quite the same, but we will still be able to see things. There will be a little more focus on research and learning to do power point presentations. |
| 2020-21 | Literature Club Junior B | Literature Club Junior B is so much more than just reading a picture book! Using a unit-study approach, we will explore vocabulary, geography, composition, character traits, and arts & crafts. We will trek across the globe as each of the 9 fabulous children's books takes us to a new destination. Weekly class time offers fun, interactive, and engaging experiences where we explore the story's location, culture of that region, and a variety of topics relating to the book. Weekly homework includes handouts and ideas for further exploration at home. Buckle your seat belt, here we go! Lit. Club Jr. B uses a new set of books, different from last year's Lit. Club Jr. A 2019-2020. Homework: Approximately 1 hour a week. Lit. Club Jr. B will be offered live each week (and recorded) at the originally scheduled time. As usual, all materials and a craft box will be supplied by the teacher. Most activities will work fine in an online format and other activities will be added; such as a scavenger hunt, show me cards, video clips, and additional read alouds. | |
| 2020-21 | Memorize By the Book PreK-1st | Can you imagine your five year old memorizing the Book of James? Many Americans unintentionally memorize hundreds of song lyrics, so why not memorize large portions of Scripture? By the Book the Bible combines singing, dancing, crafts, and storytelling to empower children to memorize and understand portions of Scripture being driven by the invincible force of fun. At home, students will watch music videos to help reinforce memorization and prepare them for class activities that include song, dance, games, and crafts - all related to the weekly verses. Children will have so much fun hiding God's word in their hearts! In regards to fall instruction online: We will provide a web based option for students to engage with at home. Classes will be a blend of live instruction and recordings. | |
| 2020-21 | Middle School Chemistry | Molly Hurd | This course in an introduction to chemistry and preparation for a high school chemistry class. We will learn about the history of chemistry, states of matter and how matter changes state, density, periodic table and atomic bonding, properties of water, acids & bases, and chemical changes/reactions. Class will be a combination of experiments and discussing material (homework and new material). Homework will take about one hour per week and will require reading material, and completing worksheets/labs. Curriculum is designed for middle school students and is a free curriculum found at www.middleschoolchemistry.com. Students will need to print out weekly assignments at home to bring into class. Assignments and tests will be graded and students will receive a final grade. Binders provided at beginning of year. Please Note: We do not anticipate offering this class again for the next 2 years, as part of a new 3-year rotation of Mrs.Hurd's middle school classes. During online classes, we will be able to do most of our labs/activities at home. Kits will be supplied along with a list of things needed at home that you probably already have! |
| 2020-21 | Modern Hebrew for Beginners | Have you ever wondered about the language that the Old Testament was written in? Well, this is a good opportunity to learn Hebrew. This class is for beginners and the only requirement is for your child to know how to read English. In this class the students will learn Hebrew letters, words and reading. We will also learn a little bit about some of the Israeli holidays since there are so many of them and each of the holidays has an interesting story from the bible. This way this class won't only be about learning a foreign language but will also touch on social studies. We will also do a little bit of arts and crafts related to what was studied during each lesson. There will be some homework to take home, if it wasn't completed during the class time or if a student wishes to move ahead in their progress. The students will be encouraged to memorize a few words every week. Online classes will be a blend of recordings and live instruction. | |
| 2020-21 | Mystery of History Book 1 | I have a passion for history. I love to share that passion with my students. Learning history is important for developing a healthy world view. The Mystery of History curriculum weaves the truth of God's word and the gospel throughout the study of history. It teaches the students that history is truly God's story. Mystery of History Volume 1 is a dynamic overview of World History from Creation to the Resurrection. Each student will make a timeline, and complete weekly activities to reinforce what is being learned. The class uses lots of different teaching techniques from great cooperative activities in class, to creating art work, to playing games, and memorizing fun facts. It is an exciting curriculum for all types of learners. It offers a good balance of different types of learning opportunities. The students will have short reading assignments each week to be prepared for the next class. There will be a short quiz each week done at home to check your child's progress. These quizzes are already in the text we will use in class. Mystery of History also weaves the truth of God's word and the gospel throughout the study of history. For more information of the program you can check out http://www.themysteryofhistory.com/. This class will be great taught online and in person. I have 2-3 years of online teaching experience with multiple platforms and will work very hard to make the class engaging and fun. | |
| 2020-21 | Photobooking with Shutterfly | Photobooks are an artistic and impressive way to treasure your memories, and creating them incorporates computer skills, artistic design, writing and photography. I have been a prolific photobook creator for 15 years. In this class you will work on photographic techniques, composition, storytelling, photo editing and artistic layouts. Each student will learn to upload pictures to Shutterfly, to take quality photographs and to compile a family album with specific, internal assignments, plus at least one more album of your own design, whether it is another family album, a personal interest album, storytelling or art. You will be referred to videos of professional photographers giving quality tips, and handouts outlining specific assignments for your main album. Note: The albums sold by Shutterfly are free to design, but the final cost of your album is determined by page numbers, available sales, choices made while creating the album, and other factors made before you order, and is not part of your class fees. Only you can order your album once it has been created. I create my albums with attention to budgeting details, and this will be discussed in the first class. Once your albums are ordered, they can be shared digitally with friends online. This class can be taken for credit, or for enrichment. The online format is IDEAL for this class. Student art will be much easier shared, and doing this from home also makes it easier when computers do not have to be transported to school, nor do we have to deal with connecting to and sharing the Westminster network. I plan to be present live in each class but we will use educational videos photographers have created for both in-class and homework learning. | |
| 2020-21 | Physics Zip, Zap, Zoom | Molly Hurd | Learn about forces and motion, light and color, wheels, simple machines (levers, wedges, wheels/gears) magnetism, sound, inventions, and famous scientists. Lots of hands on activities and engaging activities for inquiring kids from making parachutes, flying airplanes, using Legos, gears, mirrors, magnets, and lots more. Classes include hands on activities, you tube clips, and reading/circle time. Students come home with a small toy/gadget each week which coincides with what we are learning about. Emails are sent every week with regards to what we did in class. During online classes: We will be doing a Magic School Bus theme! Each week will be an interactive lesson with materials you have at home (or I have packaged), and we will watch a Magic School Bus episode based on our lesson. |
| 2020-21 | Rocks, Minerals, Fossils and Dinosaurs | Patrick Nurre | The basics of rock and mineral identification will be taught along with building a small rock kit that illustrates the teaching. The basics of fossil formation and identification will be taught along with building a small fossil kit that illustrates the principles learned. In addition basic Genesis Flood geology will be taught to give a biblical framework for learning about rocks, fossils and dinosaurs. The children will build a notebook that they can use later as a reminder of what they learned. Each week the child will be given a worksheet with an appropriate lesson along with a question that the student will be required to take home to a parent and discuss. To accommodate online learning, I will be coordinating with the parents to deliver a kit of materials they can give to their student as they are discussed on line. |
| 2020-21 | Saxon Algebra 1 | Meg Garrison | I love helping students discover the wonders and uses of math! The Saxon Algebra 1 textbook takes us through the typical Algebra 1 scope and sequence (listed at the end). Each week will consist of one hour of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students, AND an additional hour on Teams on Wednesdays at 10am. I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, Skype, Zoom, or Teams. Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent or student will grade the homework. Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will email tests every week for you to print up; tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision then turned in to me the following week for grading. Before class starts in the fall, I will email you a short, basic pretest for your child to take, just to make sure there aren't major gaps in his/her previous math. - Topics covered during the year: : fractions, decimals, graphing, real numbers, unit multipliers, ratio, proportion, percent, exponents, roots, probability and statistics, polynomials, rational expressions, solving equations, linear equations, quadratic equations, functions, line segments, polygons, circles, triangles, geometric solids, area, and surface area. Prerequisites: Taking a short pretest, and successful completion of a pre-algebra course. Parent provided Textbook(s) Required: Algebra 1: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition (Saxon) (ISBN 10: 1565771346 / ISBN 13: 9781565771345); AND Saxon Algebra 1: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771370 / - ISBN 13: 9781565771376) Having class totally online will not change much about our class. I will use the 'whiteboard' on my screen so students can clearly see what I write. You will need to submit tests online or over email. In the class description above, wherever it says Zoom, realize that it is now Microsoft Teams. And while my classes will all be live, they will be recorded --- both the Monday classes and the mid-week classes. |
| 2020-21 | Saxon Algebra 2 | Meg Garrison | I love helping students discover the wonders and uses of math!The Saxon Algebra 2 textbook takes us through a typical scope and sequence (listed at the end). - Each week will consist of one hour of class time in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students, AND an additional hour online as a class on a day to be determined. I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype or Zoom. - Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent or student will grade the homework. - Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will email tests every week for you to print up; tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision then turned in to me the following week for grading. Before class starts in the fall, I will email you a pretest for your child to take, to make sure there aren't major gaps in his/her previous math. - Topics covered during the year: : fractions, decimals, graphing, real numbers, unit multipliers, ratio, proportion, percent, exponents, roots, probability and statistics, polynomials, rational expressions, solving equations, linear equations, quadratic equations, functions, line segments, polygons, circles, triangles, geometric solids, area, surface area, complex numbers, constructions, proofs, and more. Prerequisites: Taking a pretest, and successful completion of Algebra I that includes some geometry. Parent Provided Textbook(s) Needed: Saxon Algebra 2: An Incremental Development,3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771400 / ISBN 13: 9781565771406) - AND Saxon Algebra 2: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771435 / ISBN 13: 9781565771437), as well as aTI-84, TI-83, or TI-82 graphing calculator. Having class totally online will not change much about our class. I will use the 'whiteboard' on my screen so students can clearly see what I write. You will need to submit tests online or over email. In the class description above, wherever it says Zoom, realize that it is now Microsoft Teams. And while my classes will all be live, they will be recorded --- both the Monday classes and the mid-week classes. |
| 2020-21 | Saxon Pre-Algebra (Algebra 1/2) | Meg Garrison | I love helping students discover the wonders and uses of math! The Saxon Algebra 1/2 textbook takes us through a typical scope and sequence (listed at the end). - A good understanding of math basics is essential for learning, comprehending, and enjoying upper level math. Pre-Algebra is an important stepping stone in this process. Each week will consist of up to 75 minutes of class time (11:20-12:40) in lecture form, with interaction and participation expected from the students. (We will not always need all of the extra time.) I will be available for questions and extra help during the week, either by phone, e-mail, or Skype or Zoom. - Homework: Students will be expected to complete daily homework assignments. In order that your student gets feedback on homework quickly (rather than wait on me to grade it and return it the following week), the parent will grade the homework. - Texts and tests: Students need to have the student text. You will also need the solutions manual for grading homework. I will email tests every week for you to print up; tests will be taken at home under a parent's supervision then turned in to me the following week for grading. Before class starts in the fall, I will email you a short, basic pretest for your child to take, just to make sure there aren't major gaps in his/her previous math. - Topics covered during the year: fractions, decimals, mixed numbers, signed numbers, word problems, unit multipliers, ratios, proportions, percents, divisibility, rounding, place value, order of operations, scientific notation, evaluation and simplification of algebraic expressions, solving equations, linear equations, perimeter, area, surface area, volume, some geometry, and more. Prerequisites: Taking a short pretest, and successful completion of a 6th grade or equivalent course. Parent Provided Textbook(s) Needed: Algebra 1/2 : An Incremental Development, 3rd Edition (Saxon) (ISBN 10: 1565771494 / ISBN 13: 9781565771499) . AND Saxon Algebra 1/2: Solutions Manual, 3rd Edition (ISBN 10: 1565771311 / ISBN 13: 9781565771314 Having class totally online will not change much about our class. I will use the 'whiteboard' on my screen so students can clearly see what I write. You will need to submit tests online or over email. And while my classes will all be live, they will be recorded. |
| 2020-21 | Science Safari | Molly Hurd | We will go on a science safari! Classes will be filled with activities, labs, and art projects. Students will receive a notebook filled with all topics we cover. In the fall we will learn about bugs/insects, bats, birds, and local trees (very fall activities). Go bug hunting, make leaf placemats, holiday swags, and more! Second part of the year we will do units on chemistry, electricity & magnetism, and geology. Learn about atoms, states of matter, density, pH, circuits, and grow some crystals. Occasional homework project. Goal is that students will be exposed to a variety of science fields, learn fundamentals of each, and be excited to pursue more science in the future. Live Online Classes: We will start with a unit on astronomy! We will learn characteristics about our planets, our moon, and stars. This will be followed by a simple kitchen chemistry unit. Once back to in person, we will do our units on bugs, plants, and other critters. |
| 2020-21 | Scratch 3.0 and Beginning Python | Patricia Rector | Scratch 3.0 is a fun, free, beginner-friendly programming environment used to introduce children (and adults!) to computer science. In this class students learn core programming concepts such as events, conditionals, variables, and functions with fun exercises and games for each topic. They develop a series of progressively challenging games to share with family and friends, while learning how to save and manage their game files. We will use the on-line and off-line versions of Scratch 3.0 and will cover how to share games online safely and responsibly. At mid year this class will transition to text-based programming with Python. This is a thorough introduction to Python for kids ages 10 and over who are comfortable with Scratch and ready to move to the next level with computer programming. Students will work through 14 progressively challenging game projects that reinforce core programming concepts. Name Change: Scratch 3.0 and Beginning Python The content for this class has been modified for the 2020-21 school year. Students will develop games both in Scratch 3.0 and in beginning Python. This virtual class guides students through a series of fun and exciting game projects in both Scratch and Python and teaches essential programming basics including functions, loops and conditionals, variables, and good file management skills. Students are encouraged to think creatively and personalize and adapt each project. |
| 2020-21 | Sous Chefs | Wendy Mar | A cooking class to inspire teens and tweens in the kitchen. The class aims to empower students in their culinary journey, with weekly hands-on experience tackling recipes and practicing kitchen basics. This cooking class will open the door to greater independence and give your teen or tween the needed confidence to be self-sufficient in the kitchen. Students will have an opportunity to work with classmates as they make delicious food together. Some of the dishes we will be making are pizza, empanadas, dumplings, soup, cupcakes, gougeres, and so much more as we explore the world of food! Please note that this class uses ingredients, such as wheat, gluten, eggs, dairy, sugar, meats, fruits and vegetables. If your child is allergic to these ingredients, this might not be the right class for them. Thank you for your interest in Sous Chefs! With this class being offered online, a list of kitchen tools or equipment needed would be emailed prior and supplied by the families. Materials fees would cover the teacher's demonstration materials, any materials supplied to the students, and year-end cookbook. Any remaining materials fees would be refunded at the end of the school year. It would be most beneficial for students to have access to online class (via laptop or phone) and use of your home kitchen so we can have hands-on interactive learning and cooking. Classes may be shorter due to the demonstrative nature of the class. Look forwarding to seeing you online! |
| 2020-21 | Spanish For Life 1 | Spanish for Life 1 lays a foundation toward spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ, and strengthening the Christian community besides building Spanish skills valuable in the work force. This class fulfills a high school foreign language credit requirement. Learning a language takes speaking, memorization, review, and daily exposure. This class uses the online course Spanish with Paul which provides reviewable instruction. Our textbook Spanish is Fun provides organized presentation of grammatical concepts and writing exercises, and your reading listening and speaking assignments and vocabulary lists will promote fluency. Paul will teach you every day at home. (See the Spanish With Paul mini-course on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBJMt1_xjTM for a foretaste of his full course.) Classwork includes grammar and pronunciation, checking homework, tests, games, conversations and more. Not less than 4 hours of homework time outside of class weekly. Families need to purchase the following for their student(s): Spanish with Paul (online course: You will receive a registration link before school starts.) Spanish is Fun by Heywood Wald, (AMSCO, 2016) (Do not worry if your textbook cover doesn't match the picture on Amazon.) Spanish English Bilingual Bible In consideration of online classes: Classwork will be adjusted to optimize the online learning experience and will include grammar and pronunciation, checking homework, quizzes and tests both oral and written, games, conversations and more. | |
| 2020-21 | Spanish Theater | This is a Spanish language learning class in the context of theater. Expect minimal props and costumes, and a maximal fun and easy way to learn Spanish using skits based on both new and familiar stories. You don't have to know Spanish to take this class, but you will finish the class with hundreds of vocabulary words in Spanish, you will have many useful Spanish phrases memorized and you will be able to read Spanish aloud correctly using pronunciation rules. Vocabulary review and memory work at home will be required. Some online videos and easy reading books will be used. Homework 1-2 hours/week. This class will need to become a more traditional language learning class as we cannot have acting onstage when we are online. HOWEVER, we can still take a more playful approach to a fun first exposure to Spanish. We will be using vocab lists, work on pronunciation, translation and reading aloud parts and play online spanish games. Earlier is better for secondary language study! Some occasional printing at your house will be required. | |
| 2020-21 | Story Dramatics | Ivy Tungsvik | Story Dramatics is a class that uses picture books as our back drop to have fun filled adventures. To bring the story to life, we will use dramatic play to go on imaginative adventures and relive the story but with our own twist and turns, and create new ideas that go beyond the books. I had the great experience of teaching this Story Dramatics class through Heritage when they made the brave move to switch our teaching platform to zoom this past spring. I was able to keep to description of the class while adding activities that made the book come more alive and interactive for the students. We added puppets and everyday experiences like getting mail from the characters of the stories to our story class time. I look forward to meeting you all in the fall. Thank you. |
| 2020-21 | Storybook Theater | Kim Douglass | In Storybook Theatre students play games and participate in class activities to improve not only their theatre skills of singing, dancing and acting, but life skills of listening, sharing and relating to others in a group. This is a fun energetic class where students are encouraged to be creative through interaction with classmates. Every student will receive a speaking role in our two fully staged Storybook productions. No prior experience or training is required. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, costumes, sets and production support. Our two productions (one at Christmas time and one in May) will be held directly after school. Performance dates will be announced in the fall. Regular class attendance and line memorization are required! This last spring, we began a brand-new art form called Remote Video Acting and we are excited for the opportunity to continue that work! We still have two productions--tailored to each student-- on the calendar. However, both presentations will be conducive to either virtual or in-person performance so we remain flexible within our ongoing situation. We will also focus on some acting techniques for film, instead of just for the stage. All classes will remain an hour in length. On our recording days parents may need to assist students with some set up. Since our productions are created with each individual in mind, course materials and production supplies will be made available throughout the year. Parents will have the option of pick up, drop off, or mail as a way to receive student materials. |
| 2020-21 | Storybook Theatre Junior | Kim Douglass | The junior version of Storybook Theatre is aimed at the younger elementary student who wants to tell stories through drama and music. Similar to its counterpart, Storybook Theatre JUNIOR encourages creativity through group participation. Every class includes games and activities that work on stage presentation skills of singing, dancing, acting, and life activities of listening, sharing and presenting. Every student will receive a speaking-role in our two fully staged productions. All of our productions are tailored around the students in each class. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, costumes, sets and production support. Our two productions (one at Christmas and one in May) will be held directly after school. Performance dates will be announced in the fall. Regular class attendance and some line memorization are required! While our class schedule of two drama presentations during the year will remain the same, our daily classes will look a little different in our online environment. While we will keep part of each class for rehearsing, most of class will be spent on interactive story-telling, class games, and music. Students will engage in treasure hunts at home each week and will have the opportunity to share with classmates during our free time. All classes will remain an hour in length. Since our productions are created with each individual in mind, course materials and production supplies will be made available throughout the year. Parents will have the option of pick up, drop off, or mail as a way to receive student materials. |
| 2020-21 | Washington State History | Alex Binz | Following the textbook, we will spend a few weeks on the geography and geology of our region, before taking a broadly chronological approach to our history. We will encounter the native Salish people of the Washington coast and interior, the first European explorers seeking a Northwest Passage, the fur traders and missionaries, the settlers following the Oregon Trail, the soldiers who fought a war over a pig, the railroad magnates who made Seattle a metropolis, the airplane builders whose factories won a World War, and the tech giants who launched a Digital Revolution. Finally, we will close the year with a look at the Washington State Constitution, and how the federal and state governments interact. This class is equivalent to a standard half-credit Washington State History class. To encourage active participation in online classes, students will be required to keep their webcams and microphones on. Each class will be recorded for students to rewatch later in the week for partial credit. |
| 2020-21 | Writer's Workshop | AmyJoy Stoesz | Have you ever described a chocolate chip cookie to an alien from outer space? This is one of the many engaging lessons offered in Writer's Workshop. Writer's Workshop is designed to inspire, equip and encourage your child to write. We begin each genre by listening to an engaging children's book. Throughout the year, children learn to write five sentence personal narrative, descriptive, expository and persuasive paragraphs. We end the year with letter writing and poetry. Children also learn to brainstorm, draft, revise, edit and publish. Additionally, students gain confidence as they share their writing in front of peers. Optional homework may include worksheets and short writing assignments. Aproximate homework time: 50-60 min a week *Please note: I intentionally keep this class small (8-15 students) so I can individualize expectations to meet each student's current writing level. During online instruction: This class will require parental support. Parents may either attend class with their child or watch the recording at their convenience. It is important for students to attend live classes. I will use a combination of whole group instruction as well as small group and individual instruction. I will send weekly emails and am available to help individualize your child's writing goals. I will provide your child with most of their supplies. Students will occasionally need to use some items commonly found at home such as a cookie, stapler or additional paper. In lieu of homework packets, I will provide a supplementary workbook (with an answer key). Parents will need to correct the workbook pages as well as help edit their children's writing. This class will require some printing from home. |
| 2020-21 | Writing a Novel | Perry Jones | Yes, students will write an entire novel in one year! Learn everything it takes, beginning to end, when it comes to writing a whole book. Student will be guided through the process of brainstorming a good idea, developing plot and characters, story-boarding their novel, and writing it. Along the way we will pick up minor, yet crucial details such as tips and tricks on formatting and using Microsoft Word, properly punctuating dialogue, and when and how to use certain literary devices. The road will long, but the journey will be fun, and having a completed novel by the end of the year will bring unmatched academic pride to all all who partake! Online classes will by and large look the same as in person: lecture format with ample time for questions, discussing our stories, and teacher/peer feedback. |
| 2020-21 | Young Artists | Penny Lau | We will celebrate the artist in every child and provide opportunities for your young artist to paint like the Masters. Artists in history and the beauty of God's creation will be our inspiration. Through a variety of art projects, your artist will experiment with colors, lines, shapes, textures, and various mediums. Young artists will draw in their sketchbook and paint on quality materials like cotton canvases. A winter favorite will be painting a special wooden Christmas tree that a wood artist has especially made for this class. Finally, your artist will hand build with various clay and tie-dye a t-shirt. New artists and projects included. In regards to online instruction: I will have materials for you at our Co-Op's pick up date. I will also send you additional materials as needed and some materials can be found in your home. Back by favorite project, we will be doing an easy and fun paper mache project! |
| 2022-23 | ABC Bible Songs | Karen Lin | Children who love to sing and learn God's Word will enjoy this class. We'll be singing and memorizing scripture, learning one verse of Scripture for each letter of the alphabet. Creative activities like games and crafts will also be used to help kids memorize. By the end of the year, the kids will have tucked in their hearts for years to come 26 Scripture passages along with a number of wonderful tunes! Prerequisites: Potty Trained |
| 2022-23 | Algebra I | Jennifer Crill | This class will explore Algebra, the fundamental course needed for all higher math. Topics covered are the use of variables, solving algebraic equations, slopes and lines, exponents, quadratic equations, square roots, polynomials, linear systems, factoring, and functions. This course is the normal high school prerequisite for Geometry. Students must have a solid understanding of middle school math before attempting this class. Expect 3-5 hours of homework per week, which includes daily assignments and unit tests. The teacher will provide tests, answer keys for lessons, and may be contacted with questions during the week. Students will need to supply their own ruler, protractor, graph paper, and scientific calculator. We will be using the UCSMP Algebra 1 - Second Edition. The text may be borrowed from the teacher if the family does not wish to purchase a textbook. |
| 2022-23 | All Around the world Geography | Addison Nohr | Join us as we journey around the world and travel to new and exciting locations through the magic of Books! The United States to Japan, and from Britain to South Africa. With each new destination, we will study its location on the map, what food they eat, and what traditions each country has and why. We will play games, and do crafts as part of the learning experience. This is a great opportunity to open young minds to reading, familiarize their knowledge of countries, and help them discover some of the wonders of God's grand world. |
| 2022-23 | American Girl History 2 | Addison Nohr | Join us as we adventure through American history through the eyes of young girls. We plan to immerse ourselves in the middle section of American history. We will learn about these time periods and read the story of five girls this year. Addy 1864 was a young salve girl during the civil war. Samantha 1904 was an upper-class orphan in the Victorian era and industrial revolution. Rebecca 1914, a Russian immigrant through Ellis Island. Kit 1934 was a girl raised during the Great Depression and finally Molly 1944, who is in the middle of WW2 learning how to help the war effort from home. The classroom will be filled with discussions, hands-on experiences, crafts, lapbooks, timelines, and teacher instruction with Powerpoints. We will cover various subjects such as geography, history, famous people, inventions, science, and music as we discover each American girl. Students will have to read one book every week outside of class and complete a weekly assignment to earn American Girl Dollars for our in-class stores. Prerequisites: Reading and basic writing. Books Required: The American Girl Book Sets for Addy, Samantha, Rebecca, Kit, and Molly. Students can use either the classic six books (discontinued) or the two-book BeForever set for each character. These books can be found at a good price at thriftbooks.com. |
| 2022-23 | American History | Alex Binz | This class is organized as a fairly standard U.S. History class, though accelerated to cover everything in a single year. Following the textbook, the class will take a broadly chronological approach, from Columbus to the Civil War and Reconstruction before breaking for winter, then restarting with the Gilded Age and wrapping up the year with the end of the Cold War and rise of American hegemony. Over the course of this class, students will learn to: take regular notes on material presented in class, by both teacher and by fellow students; read key texts in the history of American politics and literature; memorize essential quotes and excerpts that define the American character; recognize the essentials of American political and physical geography; conduct independent research projects and self-directed reading; creatively interact with class content and present their work to the rest of class; debate key events in American history and appreciate the arguments used by both sides. Homework should take 3-4 hours per week. This class is equivalent to one high school credit of History. Prerequisites: Students should be able to read & write at a high school level. |
| 2022-23 | Analytical Grammar | Shannon Beddo | Click Here for a video description of this class. This class is worth 1 high school English credit. The teacher will provide all records needed for high school transcripts as well as an end of the year final grade. Analytical Grammar (AG) teaches English grammar, punctuation, and usage. AG is divided into 3 seasons. AG students will finish all 3 seasons in one year. Season 1: Parts of speech, parts of the sentence, and the basics of sentence diagramming Season 2: All the phrases and clauses (this completes the study of grammar) Season 3: All the rules of punctuation (commas, semi-colons, colons, quotations, etc.) and usage (who or whom, I or me, etc.) By the end of the year your student will know everything there is to know regarding these essential aspects of language arts. There is no need to teach it ever again! In addition to completing the AG workbook, the teacher will require the memorization of teacher-created chant charts containing language arts items such as a list of prepositions. This is not a writing class. There are no writing assignments in this class; it is purely grammar, punctuation, and usage. IMPORTANT NOTE FROM TEACHER: I am honored to partner with parents in homeschooling, but I believe it is primarily the responsibility of the parents to ensure the actual schooling takes place. I only have 1 hour a week with your child. I trust you to ensure the 2-4 hours of homework required for this class is being faithfully done each week. It is impossible to pass this class if the homework is not done. Prerequisites: Students must be able to listen to a lecture and take notes. Required Text: Analytical Grammar Student book: Publisher: Analytical Grammar (1996) ASIN: B00TQWBE9O Analytical Grammar Teacher's book. Publisher: Analytical Grammar (1996) ASIN: B003X8VPIC Here is a link to a set: https://smile.amazon.com/Analytical-Grammar-Teacher-Book-Student/dp/B010GJVBZM/ref=sr_1_5?crid=30JLYPQPZDCTD&keywords=analytical+grammar+student+workbook+and+teachers+book&qid=1661781647&sprefix=analytical+grammar+student+workbook+and+teachers+book%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-5 |
| 2022-23 | Art! Creation and Exploration for K-2nd | Chelsea Carbonell | Come explore various media, creative ideas, and create imaginative artwork! Skills covered include: use of media, following instructions, creative thinking, positive problem-solving skills, and basic art skills. Media used includes, but not limited to, tempera paint, watercolor, pastels, crayons, scissors, art papers, canvas, glue, colored pencil, and craft supplies. Various themes will be covered throughout the year including holidays, seasons, Bible stories, family, animals, personal interests, storybook and abstract art. This class is great for improving fine motor skills, concentration, and hand eye coordination. Each class is opened with prayer and taught from a Christian perspective. Class structure is open to all skill levels and is an encouraging, gentle, and engaging atmosphere for exploration and creative expression. Children also learn how to talk about their art and are invited to share with the class as they are comfortable. Every year my classes will do mostly different projects, so it is beneficial to take this class more than once if desired. Every child is an artist, created in God's image, the first and foremost artist. |
| 2022-23 | Art: Mixed Media with Skill and Imagination | Chelsea Carbonell | This class includes painting, pastel, and other mixed media. Activities and projects include still-life drawing, portrait, drawing animals, florals, landscape, abstract, fantasy, illustration, multi-cultural art, and holiday themed art. This class will include watercolor painting and acrylic painting on canvas if class is taught in person. Skills learned include: how to pick a reference, drawing and painting from reference, drawing from life, how to use media, and basic artistic elements (shadow, contrast, form, perspective, proportion, value, positive and negative shape, etc. .). After prayer and instruction, I walk around and engage with each student individually and provide technique instruction. I include imaginative projects and I love to inspire young artists to find their style and show their personality in their artwork. I will include some study on artistic styles and artists. There will be an emphasis on practice, technique, doing your best, and using our talents for God. I enjoy challenging students to go beyond what they think they are able to do. Students will be required to keep a sketchpad during the week and come prepared to class. Taught by a professionally trained artist who loves seeing students succeed in their God given talents and learn new things! Students will receive their own drawing supplies kit, black pen, colored pencil set, and sketchpad. Any other supplies needed will be provided in class. There will be an end of the year final project. This class can count as a .5 credit elective if art assigned art activities are done during the week. Many assignments and projects from this class change every year, and students can benefit from taking this more than once. |
| 2022-23 | Basketball 101 | Adair Kreft | Taught by a former CIAU First Team All-Canadian, this class will teach the rules of the game, the fundamental skills (footwork, dribbling, passing, lay-ups, and shooting) and various team strategies. Students will practice their skills in a variety of drills, will learn basic offensive and defensive strategies, and will have plenty of opportunities to apply all that they have learned in weekly games. This class is most suited for beginner or intermediate players who want to improve their skills for recreational play or for playing on an organized team. Every class will provide maximum participation time for each participant. Students will be expected to display good teamwork and sportsmanship, and will be challenged to consider how they can glorify God not just in athletics but in their daily life as well. Come prepared to run and have fun! |
| 2022-23 | Beginning Chess | Marilyn Wilke | Playing chess improves concentration, problem-solving skills, and pattern recognition. Plus it's fun for all ages! This class is open to students with no chess knowledge as well as students with some knowledge of the game who want to improve their skills before taking Intermediate Chess. We start with the basic rules of chess and notation and move on to simple tactics and checkmate patterns. Each class period will include a chess lesson and playing time. Emphasis will be on learning the game, having fun, and practicing good sportsmanship. Toward the end of the year we will play a friendly tournament with prizes. I use a point system in class to encourage students to complete the homework and to reinforce good character traits. Homework: Completing one online lesson and one workbook lesson per week (approximately 20 minutes per week total) and playing in-person games with family or friends. Materials fee covers workbook, notation book, and prizes. Prerequisites: Able to read and write. There is some handwriting required during the second half of the year. |
| 2022-23 | Beginning Music Theory | Vicki Nurre | Any study of music needs to include the study of music theory, but because of time constraints, many music teachers are unable to include this in their instruction. This class will include the following: Pitch and notation concepts including: * accidentals, half steps, whole steps * intervals (size only) * scales and key signatures *dictation *sightreading. Practical activities, written exercises, and exploration of repertoire are just some of what we will do. There will be some work at home. Program of study follows the Royal Conservatory Certificate Program guidelines. Study may go beyond what is listed above, but that is dependent on the progress of the class as a whole. |
| 2022-23 | Bible Stories and Fun | Emily McEntire | In this class children will learn key events and happenings as we journey through the Bible. Beginning with creation and ending with the apostles, children will learn a new event/story each week. We will learn about timelines, history and creation from a Biblical perspective. Hands on activities will help to reenforce the key things learned each week. Each week will there will be a different memory verse for the children to learn and receive a reward the following week if they can recite it in class. Prerequisites: Able to sit still for 10 minutes at a time. |
| 2022-23 | Biz Kids | Mia Kaely | In this class, students will learn about running a business, earning paychecks, balancing a checkbook, budgeting, writing a resume, preparing for a job interview and more as they prepare to participate in Biztown (through the Junior Achievement program), where students will get to experience the roles of consumers and workers in a fully interactive simulated town. This would be one of a couple field trips I hope to coordinate outside of class time as well as possible guest speakers sharing about their careers. The program is geared for 4th-6th graders but 3rd graders with advanced math and reading/writing skills may be considered. Prerequisites: Ability to read and write, basic math skills. |
| 2022-23 | Book Club | Tanya Edden | Book Club with Mrs E is a fun, discussion based class celebrating literature! We will read great books with a wide variety of genres and styles, written by well known and acclaimed authors such as E. B. White, Wendy Mass, Cassie Beaseley, Gace Lin, Robert Buck and many more. Students will also be introduced to an array of literary concepts such as theme, genre, allegory, inference and point of view. These are brought alive as we relate them to our book reading list. Social skills are enhanced as students practice listening and responding to one another's ideas; articulating personal opinions based on the ideas from the books; sharing personal stories and making new friends. Taken from a Christian worldview, open questions are asked and students are encouraged to dig deeper into the hidden meanings and lessons woven into the stories by the authors. This often involves seeking out what the Bible references on certain subjects, and how knowing God has or could've influenced the literary characters' experiences. Each student will get to practice public speaking through author and book recommendations. Homework is to complete the book and accompanying reading guide (roughly one book every 1-2 weeks), prior to book discussion day. Suited to both strong and reluctant readers. This class is well suited for both an online and in-person format. Microsoft Teams is a helpful tool to foster friendships within the class, check in or ask questions, and is always supervised by the teacher. Grade range for this class is 4th-6th grade, but 3rd graders who are keen readers may request an age exception from the registrar. Prerequisites: Students should be able to comprehend grade level books. Reading hard copies or ebooks are acceptable, as is listening to audiobooks. Emphasis of the class is on the enjoyment and engagement with great literature. |
| 2022-23 | Chemistry and Physics | Patrick Nurre | This class will give young students an introduction to chemistry and physics designed to prepare them for high school. They will learn atomic structure, properties of matter, interaction of physical substances, acids and bases, machines, motion and energy, and an introduction to radioactivity and radiometric dating. Students will be given all the text materials they will use in class. This class will incorporate text (reading), lecture and lab work to illustrate concepts. No grades or academic tests will be incorporated at this age in this class. This class is meant to be an exploratory class to instill interest in chemistry and physics. |
| 2022-23 | Chronicles of Narnia | Alex Binz | When I was ten, I read fairy tales in secret and would have been ashamed if I had been found doing so. Now that I am fifty, I read them openly. (C.S. Lewis, On Stories) In this class, students will read and discuss the seven books of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia. We will read the books by publication order, not by chronology - this will help us see Narnia as Lewis saw it, as a world being built in his mind. Students will learn how Lewis drew characters, designed plots, and emphasized key themes in each book. Along the way, students will keep a reading journal, collaborate on creative projects, and learn to write a five-paragraph persuasive essay. |
| 2022-23 | Civics/U.S.Government | Shannon Beddo | Click Here for a video description of this class. This class is worth 1 high school history credit. The teacher will provide all the documentation you will need for your official records as well as a final grade. This class is geared for upper high school and will teach the basics of US Government. This is a quality, Christian-based course focused on improving your student's knowledge of the political system, his responsibility as an American citizen, and his understanding of America's Founding Fathers. I focus heavily on the Constitution: its flexible framework, the separation of powers, the Amendments and Bill of Rights. This includes a complete overview of the 3 branches of government. Additional in-depth topics examine Presidential power, the two-house system, impeachment, cabinet departments, the election process, and the Supreme Court. An added focus will be a book regarding the Electoral College. I will explain the governmental processes at both the state and local levels. Additional informative topics include the election process, citizenship and rights, and civic responsibilities like voluntarism and political involvement. Finally, we will look at international economics, environmental politics, comparative governments, humanitarian concerns, and foreign policies. Your students will write a 5 page essay each semester. The first semester will be a defense of the Electoral College. The second semester essay will cover some aspect of a current event. Over the Christmas break students will complete an online course through Hillsdale College called Constitution 101. They will also read Animal Farm over the break. This will take them approximately 10 hours. IMPORTANT NOTE FROM TEACHER: I am honored to partner with parents in homeschooling, but I believe it is primarily the responsibility of the parents to ensure the actual schooling takes place. I only have 1 hour a week with your child. I trust you to ensure the 4-5 hours of homework required for this class is being faithfully done each week. It is impossible to pass this class if the homework is not done. Prerequisites: Students must be able to listen to a lecture and take notes. They will be tested on lecture notes. Books Needed: Alpha Omega Life Pacs Units 1-5 for Civics https://www.aop.com/curriculum/shop-lifepac/civics-unit-1-worktext https://www.aop.com/curriculum/shop-lifepac/civics-unit-2-worktext https://www.aop.com/curriculum/shop-lifepac/civics-unit-3-worktext https://www.aop.com/curriculum/shop-lifepac/civics-unit-4-worktext https://www.aop.com/curriculum/shop-lifepac/civics-unit-5-worktext The 5000 Year Leap by W. Cleon Skousen Animal Farm by George Orwell Enlightened Democracy: The Case for the Electoral College by Tara Ross. Whatever Happened to Penny Candy by Maybury A Bluestocking Guide to Economics by Williams (this is the workbook that goes with Penny Candy) |
| 2022-23 | Club Zoom | Perry Jones | Club ZOOM is designed to get students excited about the amazing world of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! Students in grades 3-5 will participate in exciting science experiments, games, crafts and lots of laughter. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will learn the important skill of working as a team. Some of the favorite past activities in Club ZOOM were film canister rockets, catapults, bridges, astronomy, marshmallow poppers, dixie cup towers, marble runs, cornstarch slime and Minute To Win It relay games. No homework! |
| 2022-23 | Club ZOOM Jr. | Perry Jones | Club ZOOM Jr. is designed to get students excited about the amazing world of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! Students in grades K-2 will participate in exciting science experiments, games, crafts and lots of laughter. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will learn the important skill of working as a team. Some of the favorite past activities in Club ZOOM were film canister rockets, catapults, dixie cup towers, bridge building, marshmallow poppers, marble runs, cornstarch slime and Minute To Win It relay games. No homework! |
| 2022-23 | Creative Arts for Upper Elementary | Chelsea Carbonell | Do art! Have fun! As a bonus, work on hand eye coordination, develop creative and problem-solving skills, and develop artistic ability. Every week, we will have a new art project for students to engage with. In this peaceful class, kids are encouraged to think outside the box, follow directions, focus, discover, and create all while learning art technique and pushing the limits of what they think they are capable of. We will explore color, form, positive and negative space, drawing from reference and life, shape, and color. Topics covered include artists, landscape, seasonal art, storybook art, animals, imagination, and abstract art, among other art concepts and genres. We will use chalk and oil pastel, pencil, colored pencil, crayon, marker, glue, clay, watercolor, tempera, art papers, wood, and craft supplies. Included are some holiday and Biblical themed projects. We will open every class with prayer and focus on God being the ultimate creator and source of everything good. Projects vary year to year so students can benefit from taking this class more than once. Ready to explore creative arts and have fun? Let's go! |
| 2022-23 | Dance Party Fitness | Rowan Williams | Focusing on the Fruit of the Spirit, Dance Party Fitness combines different styles of dance with calisthenics and scripture to stimulate body, mind, and spirit. This high-energy class is a super fun way to get the wiggles out! Through instruction in dance, movement, games, and performance techniques, we will honor God with the music we listen to and the way we dance so that we tell His story truthfully and beautifully. All skill levels are welcome as students learn the fundamentals of dance to develop their own, unique styles. Each class will include a brief warm-up, exercises and/or games, basic dance instruction/practice, and a cool down. As we progress, classes will also include learning choreography, and performance rehearsal. We will hold two group performances during the year (winter and spring), to showcase what we've learned. |
| 2022-23 | Dr. Seuss STEAM | Addison Nohr | The Cat in the Hat knows a lot about that, and soon your child will too! Dr. Seuss books are a great way to set the tone for some creative fun and hands-on STEAM activities.? We will challenge your child's thinking and problem-solving skills as well as motivate and encourage their creative side. This class is designed as a storytime STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art and Math) class. Students will be encouraged to challenge themselves and collaborate with friends. While also extending their knowledge and creative thinking skills.? Each week we will introduce a new story and activity learning about birds, gravity, dinosaurs, blood cells, and many more! |
| 2022-23 | Drama Production | Kim Douglass | Drama Production (formerly Drama Skills in Drills for 2021-2022), offers middle school and high school students, of all experience levels, the opportunity to work through a fully produced show. Students will work on developing the individual presentation skills of movement, vocal production and character development, before we launch into rehearsals. We will start in September by studying techniques for monologue presentation and audition skills. Through the fall and winter months we will begin blocking rehearsals. Dress rehearsals and our performance date will be scheduled in April. Each student will have one or more specific characters to play in our production and show selection will be based on the number of students in class. The school year will wrap up with improvisation study and theater games. Through the process of working as a team, students make new friends and create lasting memories. Whether you are an old pro on the boards, or brand new to the stage, we have a place for you in Drama Production class. |
| 2022-23 | Drawing with Technique and Imagination | Chelsea Carbonell | Activities and projects to include still-life drawing, portrait, drawing animals, landscape, abstract, fantasy, illustration, multi-cultural art, and holiday themed art. Skills learned include: how to pick a reference, drawing from reference, drawing from life, how to use media, and basic artistic elements (shadow, contrast, form, perspective, proportion, value, positive and negative shape, etc..). After prayer and instruction, I walk around and engage with each student individually and provide technique instruction. I will include imaginative projects and I love to inspire young artists to find their style and show their personality in their artwork. I will include some study on artistic styles and artists. There will be an emphasis on practice, technique, doing your best, and using our talents for God. I enjoy challenging students to go beyond what they think they are able to do. Students will be required to keep a sketchpad during the week and come prepared to class. Taught by a professionally trained artist who loves seeing students succeed in their God given talents and learn new things! Students will receive their own drawing supplies kit, colored pencil kit, black pen, and sketchpad. Any other supplies needed will be provided in class. There will be an end of the year final project. This class can count as a .5 credit art elective if assigned art activities are done during the week. Many assignments and projects from this class change every year, and students can benefit from taking this more than once. |
| 2022-23 | Early Math Explorations | Emily McEntire | Counting, and numbers, and shapes, oh my! Math and numbers are fun and used all the time in our day to day lives. In this hands on class we will identify, put together, add, subtract, and work with numbers 1-20, identify and extend patterns, identify shapes, and learn about measurement. Each week we will have different activities to utilize the number skills that we are learning. There will be no assigned homework, but children may bring home papers occasionally to do at home. |
| 2022-23 | Earth Science Level I | Patrick Nurre | In this class students will learn both the science and the Biblical history of Earth. They will learn how to identify rocks, minerals, fossils and landforms. Students will also begin to learn how to unravel some of the greatest challenges to faith in Genesis. Although there will be no grades given for this class, the student will be required to participate in at least 1 hour per week in reading assignments and lab work. Each student will receive a basic rock, mineral and fossil set plus a textbook and lab book. The class will be taught with the perspective of counting this as accomplishing 1 credit of Earth Science. |
| 2022-23 | Elementary Tumbling 1st Hour | Alexa Amborn | First timers or those with prior gymnastics experience, boys and girls will get the opportunity to be active and have fun learning basic gymnastic floor skills. These skills will start with forward/backward rolls, handstands and cartwheels, and advancing as kids are able. As a former gymnast of 20+ years and a coach for 10+ years I will work with each child at their ability level in a low key and fun atmosphere helping them gain confidence and grow in their abilities. Each class will include stretching, strength work, and skill work. |
| 2022-23 | Exploring Electricity & Magnetism | Ed Morin | In 600 BC, the Greek Philosopher Thales discovered static electricity. Over time, other scientists and inventors continued to observe, hypothesize, and experiment, expanding our understanding of this curious phenomenon. Allesandro Volta's breakthrough invention of the battery in 1800, followed by Hans Christian Oersted's discovery in 1820 that an electric current creates a magnetic field, initiated a series of discoveries and innovations which enabled us to harness and benefit from these amazing properties of the natural world. Over the course of the year, students will travel this same path of discovery using dozens of hands-on experiments and projects enabling them to explore and experience the basic principles of electric charge, electric current and electromagnetism. Significant discoveries and inventions, and the scientists and inventors behind them, will be acknowledged along the way. Prerequisites: Fifth grade math and reading skills. Good fine-motor skills. |
| 2022-23 | Exploring Electronics | Ed Morin | Today's enormous electronics industry is only about 100 years old and yet has become foundational for our modern world underlying all communications, computers, internetworks, and more. In this exciting sequel to Exploring Electricity and Magnetism, students will use their own customized electronics kits with the popular solderless, electronics breadboard system and real electronics components. Dozens of fun, hands-on projects are designed to progressively introduce and explore the basic concepts and functions of modern semiconductors including diodes, LEDs, transistors, integrated circuits, and digital logic. Classes utilize a flexible, self-paced, lab-style approach where students can save an unfinished project for the next class or even opt to continue working on it outside of class. At the end of the school year, one class session will include optional hands-on soldering instruction. Prerequisites: Basic understanding of electricity, electric charge, circuits, and electromagnetism (covered in first class Exploring Electricity and Magnetism offered last year or equivalent). Sixth grade math and reading skills. Good fine-motor skills. Ability to read small printing and color-codes on electronic components. |
| 2022-23 | Exploring God's World | Emily McEntire | Join us as we explore the wonderful world around us that God created. We will learn about plants, animals, our bodies, the environment and outer space. Art projects, experiments, and hands on activities will be regular parts of our classes. |
| 2022-23 | Fancy Nancy Vocabulary, Friendship, and Manners | Addison Nohr | We will work on expanding our vocabulary thru reading Fancy Nancy books and learning new words. We will have fun planned activities that coincide with each of the stories. Each child will make a personalized Fancy Words Binder. Weekly we will add the new words we learn to our binders. We will play Fancy Games and make fun crafts like tiaras, bracelets, and bookmarks. There will be themed tea parties at the end of each unit we learn. Our focus will be on having fun, learning new words, practicing how to be a good Christian friend, and learning good manners. All of the above will be accomplished while wearing the class-provided optional tutu and boa! |
| 2022-23 | General Science | Bryan Reid | Exploring Creation with General Science, 3rd edition, is part of Apologia's line of award-winning homeschool science curriculum. It has been rewritten to truly walk each student through middle school's transition time from the elementary years to the high school sciences. Specifically designed to be the first course taken during junior high, it was created to give middle school students a basic understanding of the world so that they can appreciate the real-world relevance of scientific inquiry and the beauty of creation. This course covers a wide range of the branches of science while making the connections between each. Students will learn what science is and, in a detailed and engaging way, how to utilize proper scientific method. Throughout the course, students are able to see evidence of God's creation as they learn scientific principles. Students will be expected to read 15 - 20 pages of text, complete notebook activities, and do experimental write-up for each chapter. Two weeks per chapter. Class time will include hands-on experiments, lecture, video and tests. |
| 2022-23 | Geology Rocks | Molly Hurd | We will start off with a unit on meteorology and start tracking the weather throughout the year using a portable weather station and internet. We will learn cloud types, follow moon phases, and learn about barometric pressure and humidity. Then we will learn all about the earth's structure, crystals and minerals, types of rocks, earthquakes, and volcanoes. We will grow crystals, make our own volcano, and start a rock & mineral collection. Each student will receive a special box for their minerals and rocks. A notebook of materials and handouts will be provided. Optional field trips may be offered to collect crystals in the spring. Prerequisites: Students must be at grade level for reading and writing. Be able to write in complete sentences and basic math skills (addition & subtraction). |
| 2022-23 | God Bless America | Addison Nohr | We are going on a cross-country trip exploring the United States of America. Singing patriotic songs and collecting souvenirs as we go. We will learn about our national capital and symbols, then visit all 50 states. Colorful maps, fact pages, and Powerpoints will help us learn each state's capital, major cities, attractions, bird, tree, flower, flag, and motto. We will also discuss each state's history, famous citizens, and foods. Each student will also have the opportunity to give an oral report on a state of their choosing. There is no required homework outside of class other than preparation for the oral report and several optional activities. |
| 2022-23 | Hands-On Equations | Jennifer Crill | Hands-On Equations is a program designed to introduce younger children to concepts usually not introduced until Algebra. The program uses manipulatives to teach students to solve equations and verbal problems. Once concepts are mastered, students transition to the traditional paper and pencil approach to solving equations. This method strengthens the student's understanding of algebraic concepts, problem-solving, and mental math skills, all while having fun. Students must have a firm understanding of adding, subtracting, and basic multiplying/dividing skills. Most work will be done during class. Homework will be up to 45 minutes per week depending on the student's pace. Note: This class is for enrichment and should not be used as a replacement for regular grade-level math. Prerequisites: A firm understanding of adding, subtracting, and basic multiplying and dividing skills |
| 2022-23 | Heritage Math Circle - MS Edition | Evi Lay | This class is for students who love math ... those who don't ... and anyone else in between! Two main focuses of this class are having fun with math and learning it in a different way. Interested students may participate in MOEMS contests (https://moems.org/) which will be administered in class once a month in Nov-Mar. Team registration fee will be divided equally among participating students. Each week, we will visit middle school mathematics topics, such as systems of equations, right triangles, counting, probability, fractions, area, patterns, circles, Pascal's Triangle, sequences, Pythagorean Theorem and many more. Speed drills, math wars, number knock out, and other math games will also be utilized for fun! Weekly optional homework and MOEMS practice are available. Prerequisites: Basic arithmetic, willingness to try something new and/or challenging. |
| 2022-23 | High School Biology | Melissa Golioth | This is a Christ-centered, college-prep biology course that provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology. It is a foundational course that covers everything students need to prepare successfully for a college-level biology course. The updated edition includes more in-depth explanations of certain concepts and new graphics to help students understand the life sciences. Class time will be used for lecture, videos and experiments.Students will be expected to read 20-25 pages of text and complete study guides,tests, and lab notebook entries for each module (two weeks/module) . This class fulfills the requirement for a high school lab science. I do not recommend by-passing age requirements. 90-minute class Prerequisites: Must be able to read, write and comprehend at grade level |
| 2022-23 | High School Chemistry | Bryan Reid | This is Apologia's general (core) high school/college prep chemistry course. This Christ-centered course covers significant figures, units of measure, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, the gas laws, and equilibrium. Class time will be used for lecture, videos and experiments. Students will be expected to read 20-25 pages of text, complete Review Questions and Practice Problems, tests and lab notebook entries for each module (2 weeks/module). I do not recommend by-passing age or class requirements. This 90-minute class begins at 8:30am Prerequisites: Algebra 1 and the ability to read, write and comprehend at grade level. Familiar with the use of the calculator |
| 2022-23 | High School PE; Not Just Fun and Games | Adair Kreft | This class will provide students with experience in playing a variety of popular sports such as soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, California kick ball, broom ball, badminton, pickle ball, as well as many other games such as dodgeball, bucket ball, sabaki ball, capture the flag, playground games, and large variety of tag games. In each class students will learn proper stretching technique and will then participate in either a warm-up activity or will practice a sport-specific skill before playing the sport or game of the day. Each session will be designed for maximum participation by all students, regardless of ability or experience. There will be a regular challenge to students to consider how they can glorify God not just in athletics but in their daily life as well. Prerequisites: None, other than a positive attitude and a willingness to try. |
| 2022-23 | Informal Logic | Shannon Beddo | This class is geared for 7th and 8th graders. Sixth graders are welcome but may find it challenging. We begin with a homeschool favorite, The Fallacy Detective. Your student will learn over three dozen logical fallacies and will be able to identify them on TV, the radio, and around the dinner table. This is a fun class that lends itself to object lessons which are often used in class for demonstration. What better way to learn the part-to-whole fallacy than with brownies! Please buy the 2015 edition of The Fallacy Detective. Second semester we will work through The Art of Argument. With a firm foundation in fallacies I'm confident your student will be successful with this more difficult logic text. Each semester the students are broken into groups to create a skit using the fallacies they've learned. When they have to walk a mile in the shoes of a fallacy, they truly understand it. This is a student favorite every year. Emphasized throughout the course is that the goal of logic is to get to the truth of the matter without errors in thinking along the way. As a Christian I teach that there is, indeed, ultimate Truth and that it is knowable. Current societal issues may be discussed in class with this premise firmly in mind as we discuss fallacies they encountered throughout the week. Prerequisites: Students need to be able to listen to a lecture and take notes. I do use Prezi presentations to help them with their note taking. Students provide the following texts: Books: (Must be bought new) The Fallacy Detective by Nathaniel Bluedorn Workbook Edition. 2015. ISBN: 978-0-9745315-3-3 Amazon link: https://smile.amazon.com/Fallacy-Detective-Thirty-Eight-Recognize-Reasoning/dp/097453157X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32322NI0B7AYF&keywords=%22The+Fallacy+Detective%22+by+Bluedorn%3A+3rd+edition+%282009%29+WORKBOOK+edition.&qid=1661781055&sprefix=the+fallacy+detective+by+bluedorn+3rd+edition+2009+workbook+edition.%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-1 The Art of Argument by Aaron Larsen. ISBN:978-160051-018-2 Amazon link: https://smile.amazon.com/Art-Argument-Aaron-Larsen/dp/1600510183/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2MMTMSNI1IDR6&keywords=the+art+of+argument&qid=1661781160&sprefix=the+art+of+argument%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-1 |
| 2022-23 | Integrated Arts | Penny Lau | Let's integrate the discipline of writing with art. In some art projects, creative writing will be a necessary component. The art process will involve experimenting with colors, lines, shapes, textures, and various mediums. Writings may be about faith, family, seasons, and holidays. Your artist will use guided drawings to sketch in their own sketchbooks, paint on watercolor paper, and archival, acid-free cotton canvases. We will hand build with polymer clay, experiment with Asian brush painting, and learn about Gyotaku fish printing. Favorite seasonal projects include painting on wooden Christmas trees, designing Mother's Day accordion books, creating paper mache pets, and tie-dying t-shirts. Occasional homework will be necessary. New projects are always included. Prerequisites: A willingness to try new and old things as well as occasionally get messy. |
| 2022-23 | Intermediate Chess | Marilyn Wilke | This class is for students who know the rules of chess and want to improve their game. We will focus primarily on chess tactics but will also learn some strategy including common openings and end game scenarios. Each class period will include a chess lesson and playing time. Practicing good sportsmanship will be emphasized and participation in local tournaments will be encouraged. A point system will be used to encourage completion of homework and reinforce positive character traits. Homework: Completing one online lesson and one workbook lesson per week (approximately 20 minutes per week total) and playing in-person games with family or friends. Materials fee covers workbook, notation book, and prizes. Repeat students are welcome and will receive a different workbook for homework. Prerequisites: Know the rules of chess and be able to play games to mate. Understanding of chess notation is strongly encouraged. |
| 2022-23 | Introduction to Programming - Intermediate Scratch 3.0 and Beginning Python with Pygame | Patricia Rector | This class is for students who have ever wondered what it takes to create fantastic computer games! This is a bridge class from intermediate level block coding with Scratch 3.0 into the scripting language Python. Students are guided through a series of fun and challenging intermediate level game projects in both Scratch 3.0 and beginning Python and are encouraged to modify each project with open-ended hacks and tweaks. Games projects include puzzles, quizzes, strategy games, and geometric designs. Prerequisites: Students should have good typing and spelling skills. |
| 2022-23 | Journey to Middle-Earth | Perry Jones | This class will read and explore J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpieces The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Students will have the opportunity to work on a mix of academic writing, creative writing, and speech assignments throughout the year. Creative writing assignments will include a short story, a fan-fiction, poetry, and fairytales. Academic writing assignments will include an expository, narrative, and persuasive essay, as well as a research assignment. Students will each prepare 2 short speeches/presentations throughout the year. A special project may take the place of the speaking assignments if necessary. Class time will be spent discussing the readings--looking at themes, characters, literary devices, and archetypes--as well as learning how to write the various types of writing assignments mentioned above. |
| 2022-23 | LEGO Robotics and Beginning Coding with Scratch 3.0 | Patricia Rector | Come learn how to code! This class is for elementary students who love to build with LEGO and who are eager to learn the fundamentals of computer programming. During the first half of the year, students work in partner pairs to build and program LEGO models ranging from interactive animal designs to Battlebots and race cars. The second half of the year takes students into the fundamentals of programming with Scratch 3.0, a popular block based programming language, with a series of game projects. Prerequisites: Students should be fairly comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. They do not need to know how to type but should be generally familiar with where to find letters and numbers on the keyboard. Basic math and spelling skills are expected. |
| 2022-23 | LEGO Robotics and Beginning Coding with Scratch 3.0 | Patricia Rector | Come learn how to code! This class is for elementary students who love to build with LEGO and who are eager to learn the fundamentals of computer programming. During the first half of the year, students work in partner pairs to build and program LEGO models ranging from interactive animal designs to Battlebots and race cars. The second half of the year takes students into the fundamentals of programming with Scratch 3.0, a popular block based programming language, with a series of game projects. Prerequisites: Students should be fairly comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. They do not need to know how to type but should be generally familiar with where to find letters and numbers on the keyboard. Basic math and spelling skills are expected. |
| 2022-23 | Life Science 2 | Molly Hurd | Life Science ll is a middle school biology class that is preparation for high school biology. This class is a continuation of Life Science I but you do not need Life Science I to take Life Science II. This class will be an overview of the 6 kingdoms: two bacteria kingdoms, protists, fungi, plants, and animals. We will do many labs including using microscopes and some dissections. Work will be recorded and graded. Prerequisites: Students need to be responsible for weekly homework and uploading to online grading program. Must be on grade level for reading and writing. This class requires basic computer skills, independent reading, and completing assignments at home. |
| 2022-23 | Marine Biology | Molly Hurd | Learn about oceans and the amazing creatures that inhabit our vital waters. We will do weekly labs and activities combined with video clips and textbook Sometimes we will even get to sample! We will discuss current events, understand why our oceans are crucial for our survival and listen to guest speakers working in the field of marine biology. Previous Biology would be helpful not required. Expect 3-5 hours of homework per week with reading, questions, and you tube clips. Optional field trips in the spring for tide pooling. All work will be graded and students with C or better will receive one credit of science for their transcripts. Lab science class. 90-minute class Prerequisites: Students must be willing to work independently and commit to working 3-5 hours per week for homework/projects. Have basic computer skills including document writing, research, and ability to upload assignments to online grading program. |
| 2022-23 | Middle School PE: Having a Ball | Adair Kreft | This class will provide students with experience in playing a variety of popular sports such as soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, California kick ball, broom ball, badminton, pickle ball, as well as many other games such as dodgeball, bucket ball, sabaki ball, capture the flag, playground games, and large variety of tag games. In each class students will learn proper stretching technique and will then participate in either a warm-up activity or will practice a sport-specific skill before playing the sport or game of the day. Each session will be designed for maximum participation by all students, regardless of ability or experience. There will be a regular challenge to students to consider how they can glorify God not just in athletics but in their daily life as well. Prerequisites: None, other than a positive attitude and a willingness to try. |
| 2022-23 | MS Creative Writing and Vocab Blast | Perry Jones | Creativity welcomed! This class will explore the different mediums in creative writing--everything from the short story to poetry, comic writing to screenplays, and many more. If you think you might enjoy exploring the various branches of creative writing, learning how to put your imaginative ideas on paper, and trying your hand at a wide array of projects, then come join us! Class time will also include a vocabulary component. In a fun and relaxed fashion, we will help students build and strengthen both their vocabulary and ability to write strong and effective sentences. |
| 2022-23 | MS Drawing and More - Illustrated Journaling | Meka Zieger | Drawing used to be taught with the 3R's. It's not so much an ability as learning to see. Our class journal is key to developing both skill and satisfaction. We share our books, play drawing games that train the eye-and others that are just fun (no worries about drawing right), get journal-keeping tips, discus famous artists' work, and draw the day's project. Topics include: experimenting, contour, mistakes, positive/negative space, lettering, design, maps, color and perspective. Each week I email a class recap and challenge. I'm a graphic designer who draws daily-for more than practice, learning over and over: what I haven't drawn, I've never really seen. (Moms welcome to draw too!) now: [email protected] then: instagram.com/homeschooled4/ |
| 2022-23 | Nursery Registration | Liliana van Zelm | Nursery is provided all 5 hours for children whose parent is serving in a role. Please enroll in 1st hour Nursery, and before completing enrollment you will be asked which hours nursery is needed. *Please include a diaper bag with snacks and diapers for your child.* Tuition will be automatically charged monthly at $3.13 per child, per co-op Monday, and will be added to your next tuition installment upon registration. There is no fee to sign up for additional hours (while you are serving in a role). |
| 2022-23 | Performing Art Sampler II | Ivy Tungsvik | In this class we will expand our learning of puppeteering, radio drama, and clowning. In our puppeteering segment, the student will not only build a puppet but create a puppet with an arm. Learning how to bring a puppet to life that has a arm is a fun challenge. We will continue to work on character development, and build stories around the characters we create. We will continue to develop our understanding in how to manipulate and animate our puppet. Finally, we will demonstrate our work in a puppet theatre performance. In the radio drama segment we will bring radio plays to life by using voice variations, inflection, and tone for the radio characters we will portray. We will be the Foley engineers and add sounds that makes the listener believe what is being said is actually happening. We will also learn how to write commercials for our radio dramas. In our third segment, we will dive deeper with joy into the art form of clowning and add three new building blocks. Pantomime, head mask, and music, We will learn how to perform using pantomime by creating stories without words. Then, build and perform using our head mask. We will also add another layer to our clowning and that is music, and discover how music effects how a clown performs moving through space with a sense of direction, timing, and weight. Prerequisites: Performing Arts Sampler, or 1 year of a performing arts like a drama, music, acrobatics, or a gymnastics class. Also be willing to use a needle and thread. |
| 2022-23 | Performing Arts Sampler | Ivy Tungsvik | In this class, we will explore three types of performing arts: puppeteering, radio drama, and clowning. In our puppeteering segment, the students will learn how to create many different types of puppets using socks, paper tubes, wooden spoons and other fun and unique objects. We will become familiar with the process of character development and will build stories around the characters we create. We will grow in our understanding in how to manipulate and animate our puppets. We will develop an understanding of a variety of cultural puppet theater art forms from around the world. Finally, we will demonstrate our work in puppet theater performances. In the radio drama segment, we will rediscover this beautiful art form by using voice variations, inflection and tone for the radio characters we will portray. We will learn what a Foley Engineer is, and learn some of the technical applications of radio drama plays. In our third segment, we will dive into the art form of clowning, and learn how to use the whole body to draw an audience into the performing clowns world. We will have fun learning how to be better performers through sound, movement and visual antics. |
| 2022-23 | Phonics Fun | Mia Kaely | This class will focus on early literacy skills like letter recognition/formation, phonics, vocabulary and rhyming through fun sensory activities like playdough and jello, games like red light green light, art and crafts, books, stories, snacks, songs and more. Each week will focus on a different letter sound and expose students to that sound through fun activities. |
| 2022-23 | Physics Zip, Zap, Zoom | Molly Hurd | Major Topics Covered in Physics: * Forces and Motion * Light and Color * Levers, Wheels, and Pulleys * Electricity and Magnetism * Inventors and Inventors * Sound * Flight This is a hands on/activities filled class! General class format is to start with a hidden picture find, introduce topic by reading a few pages of a book during circle/share time, watch possible you tube clip, and have hands on activities. Students will often come home with something to represent what we did during class. Emails are sent weekly. |
| 2022-23 | Playing with Watercolor! | Amanda Predmore | Paint exciting watercolor illustrations by exploring playful and unconventional techniques! Using a specialized watercolor book as a playground, together we will create unique illustrations and awaken your creativity. Artist and illustrator Amanda Predmore believes the best way to approach our creative process is with a playful attitude. She has a professional background as a graphic artist, illustrator, author (history and geography) and has been focused on painting in recent years, having fun with painting the natural world's animals, flowers, and landscapes. In this course, Mrs. Predmore will share the step-by-step process that she uses for creative watercolor painting. Teaching you how to enrich your art with unconventional color combinations and create experimental illustrations which express your playfulness. This will in turn give the student the ability to understand how to manage water control, how the paint interacts with other paints, and build confidence within this medium of artistic expression. In reference to the suggested materials: In order to learn watercolors, the watercolor paints and paper are an important part of the learning process as shoddy paper won't react to the paints and shoddy paints will turn out chalky to the touch and won't mix well for the outcome we wish to achieve in our art. While the supplies suggested are mid-range student grade, they are still a bit of an investment. AT A GLANCE - Milestones for creating playful illustrations: Warming up your brush, hands, and eyes Getting to grips with color, delicate and bossy paints! Creating playful illustrations Animal illustrations Flowers Landscape Abstract Tangling Combining styles Special Techniques with salt & saran Understanding watercolor types and what they do! Prerequisites: A level of maturity and temperament that allows the student to work peacefully during quiet painting time. |
| 2022-23 | Playschool | Mia Kaely | Play is essential to learning, especially in early development. This class will give lots of opportunities for play through art, activities and games that will help students with fine and gross motor skills, early language and social skills and more. And most of all, to have fun. |
| 2022-23 | Preschool Farm Life | Katy Venters | This will be a fun, hands on class where we learn about what life is like on a farm. We will explore the animals found in a barn, seeds and how they grow, the changing of the seasons and even tools and equipment farmers use. We will read stories, play games, sing songs and do crafts as we gain knowledge about farming. One of the most exciting things about this class is the animal guests who will visit on a regular basis! Snack will be provided. |
| 2022-23 | Preschool Gymnastics | Alexa Amborn | In this active class boys and girls will have the opportunity to work on balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, and body control while having fun learning some basic gymnastics skills. These skill will include but not limited to jumping, skipping, crab walking, back bends, splits, controlled landings, forward and backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. The class will mainly utilize gymnastics mats, mini-trampoline, and a floor balance beam. |
| 2022-23 | Public Speaking | Shannon Beddo | Click Here for a Video Introduction to this class. This class counts as 1 high school English credit. It is geared for high school, but I will allow 8th graders to attend if their parents think they are ready. I grade all the work in this class and provide parents an end of the year grade for their transcripts. Students will prepare 7 or 8 speeches beginning with an interesting 5 minute self-introduction. Each speech will focus on one aspect of public speaking with subsequent speeches building on what was previously learned. Focuses include organizing a speech, getting to the point, choosing words carefully, using body language, using vocals in an engaging way, smoothly using visual aids, and engaging audiences to persuade them to action. From September to Christmas break I teach the basics of public speaking: choosing a topic, research methods, connecting with the audience, memorization skills, and dynamic delivery. Throughout the year students will learn about the different types and purposes of speeches. They will learn the structure of speeches and rhetorical techniques. After the Christmas break the class changes to a Toast Masters format. Kids love this! Each student will have a rotating job each class. Those jobs include: meeting speaker, speaker evaluator, ummm counter, grammarian, timer, impromptu coordinator, impromptu participant, and vote counter. I award 3 blue ribbons at the end of each class. One each for Best Speaker, Best Evaluator and Best Impromptu Speaker. Students compete for these ribbons and also advance in the rankings leading to a culmination of semi-finals and finals. Trophies will be awarded the last class for Best Speaker of the Year, Best Evaluator of the Year, and Best Impromptu Speaker of the Year. No experience is necessary for this class. In fact, one goal of the class is to overcome the fear of public speaking. To that end we will play a lot of speech games and have a lot of fun. That being said, there is significant work to be done at home. Prerequisites: Shy students are very encouraged to take this class. That being said, the only prerequisite is that every student must participate. Parents, a prerequisite for you is that you must agree to listen to your child practice his/her speeches at home. Teacher will provide a text from Toast Masters called Competent Communication. Students must purchase the following books: 1. Stand and Deliver: How to become a masterful communicator and public speaker. By Dale Carnegie training. ©2011 https://smile.amazon.com/Stand-Deliver-Masterful-Communicator-Speaker/dp/1439188297/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2MJ426E6K7ND6&keywords=stand+and+deliver+by+dale+Carnegie+training&qid=1661780514&sprefix=stand+and+deliver+by+dale+carnegie+training%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-1 2. The 7 Principles of Publci Speaking by Richard Zeoli. ©2008 https://smile.amazon.com/Principles-Public-Speaking-Methods-Professional/dp/1602392838/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3BLW53QRVRFN9&keywords=7+principles+of+public+speaking&qid=1661780607&sprefix=7+principles+of+public+speaking%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1 |
| 2022-23 | Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, and Dinosaurs | Patrick Nurre | In this class students will be introduced to the basics of rocks, minerals, fossils and dinosaurs. They will learn basic atom, element, rock and mineral structures. They will also learn some basic Greek and Latin roots as they study fossils and dinosaurs. The course will be taught from a young earth, global flood perspective and will incorporate basic science principles in geology. No homework or tests will be required. Students will also receive a basic rock, mineral, and fossil set. Prerequisites: A basic level of reading and writing is very helpful. Each student will be required to bring to class each week a bible, colored pencils or crayons, a 3-ring binder and a notebook. |
| 2022-23 | Saxon Algebra II | Bryan Reid | Some topics covered include fractions, decimals, graphing, real numbers, unit multipliers, ratio, proportion, percent, exponents, roots, probability and statistics, polynomials, rational expressions, solving equations, linear equations, quadratic equations, functions, line segments, polygons, circles, triangles, geometric solids, area, surface area, complex numbers, constructions, proofs, and more. Please note that the Saxon curriculum integrates geometry into their Algebra coursework, so that by completing the Saxon Algebra classes, all geometry requirements are met. While teaching from The Saxon textbook, I will strive to round out Saxon's teachings with life-application and critical thinking concepts to enrich your student's math education. Diligence and commitment to daily assignments, as well as active class participation, are required. Expect 4-6 hours weekly coursework, which includes daily assignments and weekly tests. ***Currently, this class meets for an additional hour, mid-week. I am willing to continue this, if parents and students feel it is helpful and/or necessary. Alternatively, I will host a weekly office hours meeting on Teams so that students may drop in for specific and one-on-one help. Regardless of the format, there will be additional time during the week available to your student, if they want it. Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra I coursework, or equivalent knowledge. Registered students will take a pretest to ensure readiness. |
| 2022-23 | Saxon PreAlgebra | Evi Lay | This course focuses on arithmetic and introductory algebra concepts. A solid mastery of arithmetic is critical to the success in understanding abstract concepts of algebra. Some of the topics covered are numbers, arithmetic operations, fraction, ratio, proportion, decimal, percent, exponent, equation, inequality, area, volume, and many more. Diligence and commitment to daily assignment as well as active class participation are required. Expect 4-6 hours weekly coursework including daily assignments and weekly tests. Prerequisites: Successful completion of a 6th grade or equivalent math course. Please email [email protected] for a placement test to gauge readiness. Required Books (to be purchased by student): (Student Text) Saxon Algebra ½: An Incremental Development, 3rd edition [ISBN10: 1565771494 / ISBN13: 9781565771499] (Solution Manual) Saxon Algebra ½: Solution Manual, 3rd edition [ISBN10: 1565771311 / ISBN13: 9781565771314] |
| 2022-23 | Science Safari | Molly Hurd | We will go on a science safari! Classes will be filled with activities, labs, and craft/art projects. Students will receive a notebook filled with all the topics we cover. Goal is that students will be exposed to a variety of science fields, learn fundamentals of each, and be excited to pursue more science in the future. Emails are sent weekly on class activities. Topics include: astronomy, bugs/insects, plants, chemistry basics, and more! Prerequisites: On grade level for reading and writing |
| 2022-23 | Seals, Sharks, and Cephalopods | Katy Venters | From the rivers and streams to the mighty ocean, God filled the Earth's waters with animals great and small. This course takes us on an exploration into the wonders of the swimming creatures made on the fifth day of Creation. From the microscopic to the massive, no stone is left unturned in your student's passage through the waters of the world. A chance to wonder at God's design in the amazing aquatic animals He formed and fashioned on the fifth day. Many hands-on experiments make learning fun and engaging. Homework is optional and takes ~1 - 2 hours per week |
| 2022-23 | Semillas en Espanol (Spanish Seeds) | Onion Carrillo de Norman | I will introduce k-2nd graders to basic Spanish. Each class will have a time for welcoming, praying, learning, practicing or applying spanish. I will close each class with listening to a book in Spanish to help students recognize the sounds of a new language. They will grow to understand colors, numbers and simple canticos in Spanish. We will have a show and tell in some classes to practice public speaking in Spanish that will focus on colors. |
| 2022-23 | Sous Chefs | Wendy Mar | A cooking class to inspire high schoolers & middle schoolers in the kitchen. The class aims to empower students in their culinary journey, with weekly hands-on experience tackling recipes and practicing kitchen basics. This cooking class will open the door to greater independence and give your teen or tween the needed confidence to be self-sufficient in the kitchen. Students will have an opportunity to work with classmates as they make delicious food together. Recipes we tackle each year will vary, but some of the dishes we have made are pizza, empanadas, dumplings, soup, cupcakes, puffs, and so much more as we explore the world of food! Please note that this class uses ingredients, such as wheat, gluten, eggs, dairy, sugar, meats, fruits and vegetables. If your child is allergic to these ingredients, this might not be the right class for them. This is a non-graded class. For high school, a pass/no pass grade can be provided upon request. Prerequisites: Previous experience in kitchen not required, but basic math skills is important. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. |
| 2022-23 | Stories and Adventures | Emily McEntire | Let's have fun with stories! Together we will read a story each week and participate in engaging learning activities and adventures related to the book. One week after reading Going On A Bear Hunt we will go on our own bear hunt, while on another week we will read The Pumpkin Patch Parable and open up a pumpkin to see inside of it. (Loosely based on Five In a Row curriculum). This class is very hands on and interactive. |
| 2022-23 | Storybook Theater | Kim Douglass | In Storybook Theater, students play games and participate in class activities to improve not only their theater skills of singing, dancing and acting, but life skills of listening, sharing and relating to others in a group. This is a fun energetic class where students are encouraged to be creative through interaction with classmates, and by challenging themselves. Every student will receive a speaking role in our two Storybook productions. No prior experience or training is required. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, and production materials. Regular class attendance and line memorization are required! |
| 2022-23 | Storybook Theater JUNIOR | Kim Douglass | The junior version of Storybook Theater is aimed at the younger elementary student who wants to tell stories through drama and music. Similar to its counterpart, Storybook Theater JUNIOR encourages creativity through group participation. Every class includes games and activities that work on stage presentation skills of singing, dancing, acting, and life activities of listening, sharing and presenting. Every student will receive a speaking-role in our two productions. All of our productions are tailored around the students in each class. The instructor will provide all materials including scripts, and production materials. Regular class attendance and some line memorization are required! |
| 2022-23 | Taekwondo 5th-10th | Wendy Rogers | Taekwondo is a wonderful Martial Art for both beginners and those with more martial arts experience. This class is for all belt levels. In this class kids will learn confidence, self control, discipline, integrity, and respect at the same time they will have fun learning different kicks, strikes, forms, self defense, and some light contact sparring. Taekwondo is a great way for kids to get out energy and work on physical fitness. Students will get a chance in class to move up to the next belt level via a belt exam. Students will only move up to the next belt when they know the material and can control themselves inside and outside of class. If students have prior martial arts experience I will be happy to assess them and see where they fit into the belt rank system, in most cases they will keep their current belt or be given the equivalent. Since classes are only once a week students will be given homework of practicing their forms at home. I have some written form sheets and also some Taekwondo terminology sheets students will take home. I do not teach with all Korean terminology but students will learn some basic Taekwondo terms in Korean. Students from prior years will continue to learn new things and new students will be integrated in. Having different levels in class gives students a chance to learn from each other and gives students a chance to step up and be leaders. No prerequisites. Students who earned a belt in previous years will start at that belt they will not need to start over. |
| 2022-23 | Taekwondo K-4th | Wendy Rogers | Tae Kwon Do is a wonderful Martial Art for both beginners and those with more martial arts experience. This class is for all belt levels. In this class kids will learn confidence, self control, discipline, integrity, and respect at the same time they will have fun learning different kicks, strikes, forms, self defense, and some light contact sparring. Tae Kwon Do is a great way for kids to get out energy and work on physical fitness. Students will get a chance in class to move up to the next belt level via a belt exam. Students will only move up to the next belt when they know the material and can control themselves inside and outside of class. If students have prior martial arts experience I will be happy to assess them and see where they fit into the belt rank system, in most cases they will keep their current belt or be given the equivalent. Since classes are only once a week students will be given homework of practicing their forms at home. I have some written form sheets and also some Tae Kwon Do terminology sheets students will take home. I do not teach with all Korean terminology but students will learn some basic Tae Kwon Do terms in Korean. Students from prior years will continue to learn new things and new students will be integrated in. Having different levels in class gives students a chance to learn from each other and gives students a chance to step up and be leaders. No prerequisites. Students who earned a belt in previous years will continue from where they left off and not have to start over. |
| 2022-23 | The Learning Kitchen | Wendy Mar | Food: It is what brings people together. Empowerment: To know how to cook and not be afraid to tackle a recipe. The Goal: To equip kids to make wonderful foods that bring family and friends together. In The Learning Kitchen, we will learn how to read recipes and have fun in making various foods from around the world, such as pizzas, dumplings, soup, cookies, and cupcakes, all the while learning how to follow recipe instructions, measuring techniques, and math (addition, fractions). Please note that this class uses ingredients, such as wheat, gluten, eggs, dairy, sugar, meats, fruits and vegetables. If your child is allergic to these ingredients, this might not be the right class for them. Class time is a busy time as we prepare ingredients, cook, as well as clean-up workstations and equipment all within a 60 minute class time. Students must be able to work independently as well as in a team. Prerequisites: Must have some understanding of basic math and be at least in 3rd grade and age 8 by the first day of classes. Must be able to work independently as well as in a team. |
| 2022-23 | Washington State History | Alex Binz | Following the textbook, we will spend a few weeks on the geography and geology of our region, before taking a broadly chronological approach to our history. We will encounter the native Salish people of the Washington coast and interior, the first European explorers seeking a Northwest Passage, the fur traders and missionaries, the settlers following the Oregon Trail, the soldiers who fought a war over a pig, the railroad magnates who made Seattle a metropolis, the airplane builders whose factories won a World War, and the tech giants who launched a Digital Revolution. Finally, we will close the year with a look at the Washington State Constitution, and how the federal and state governments interact. This class is equivalent to a standard half-credit Washington State History class. |
| 2022-23 | Works of C.S. Lewis | Alex Binz | C.S. Lewis was an academic at heart, a professor who felt entirely at home writing massive volumes on medieval literature. (One such work runs to 700 pages!) Yet Lewis is also one of the most widely-read authors of the 20th century, universally beloved by modern readers. This class will treat C.S. Lewis the paradox - easy to read, infinitely profound - author of children's literature, scholar of the Middle Ages, defender of the Christian faith. Over the year, we will examine a selection of Lewis's works from each genre - fiction, scholarship, and apologetics - to understand his way of seeing the world. Homework should take around 3 hours per week. This class is equivalent to one high school credit of English. Prerequisites: Students should be able to read and write at a high school level. Required Texts (Parent-Provided): The Chronicles of Narnia (Box Set, ISBN 0061992887); Mere Christianity (ISBN 0060652926); The Abolition of Man (ISBN 0060652944); The Discarded Image (ISBN 1107604702); The Great Divorce (ISBN 0060652950); Perelandra (ISBN 074323491X) |
| 2022-23 | World Geography | Shannon Beddo | This middle school course in World Geography is what I call pure geography, the study of places. The purpose of this class is to enable students to be able to label all 197 countries on a blank map by the end of the year. There is a special focus on the United States (capitals, mountains, deserts, lakes, rivers and landmarks.) I use numerous mnemonics and teaching techniques. For example, we will use word mnemonics like MIMAL the elf to learn some of the US states; sentence mnemonics like Many Good Boys Eat Honeynut Cherrios to learn Central America countries; pictorial mnemonics like showing Denmark which looks like Batman; and story mnemonics like Arrg the Pirate going to a restaurant to learn South American countries. I also use songs and online games. Finally, I use the mother of all learning devices, repetition. It is important to note what this class will not cover. We will not spend much time discussing cultures, foods, exports, traditions, or the relationships between people and their environments. I will, however, have students bring in news articles of current events of the countries we are studying at the time. My average geography student goes from being able to label 10-15 countries on Day 1 to being able to label 190+ counties on a blank map on the Final Exam. I will provide an end of year grade for this course. Parents buy: Do not deviate from this list. (Prices are appoximate) ($30.00). Please buy the laminated map set. https://geomatters.com/products/continents-map-set Prisma colored pencils ($12.00) https://smile.amazon.com/Prismacolor-Col-Erase-Erasable-24-Count-20517/dp/B000089DCH/ref=sr_1_8?crid=3W4AQN5X9R6YE&keywords=prisma%2Bcolored%2Bpencils%2Bset&qid=1640981461&sprefix=prisma%2Bcol%2Caps%2C219&sr=8-8&th=1 Wet Erase markers: ($7.00) https://smile.amazon.com/Wet-Erase-Marker-Point-4-Color-SAN16074/dp/B00A40DBSE/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3CE147XA7TF4U&keywords=wet+erase+markers&qid=1640981549&sprefix=wet+erase+marker%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-6 A 1 white 3 ring binder with 20 page protectors and 100 pages of lined paper. Prerequisites: Students must have decent handwriting and be able to neatly write letters between 1/8 and 1/4 tall. Students should have basic note-taking skills. |
| 2022-23 | World of Beaumarchais | Alex Binz | Beaumarchais was born in 1732, the second son of a peasant in pre-revolutionary France. He soon became one of the most important men of the century. He became a spy and agent for the King of France, secretly supplied weapons that won the American Revolution, and wrote the plays that inspired the French Revolution. He died in 1799, a few short months before the coup that brought Napoleon to power. This class will use Beaumarchais as a prism for understanding his world and for understanding our own. Students will read a variety of texts by Beaumarchais and his contemporaries, listen to music from Baroque and Classical composers, and study the political and physical geography of Europe. Students will also conduct independent research, write essays, and collaborate on creative group projects. Homework should generally take 3-4 hours of work per week. This class is equivalent to a 1 high school credit elective, applicable as history or English or music. Prerequisites: Students should be able to read and write at a high school level. Required Books (to be purchased by student): Beaumarchais, The Figaro Trilogy (Oxford World Classics), ISBN: 978-0199539970 Mozart, The Marriage of Figaro (Black Dog Opera Library), ISBN: 978-1579125127 Rossini, The Barber of Seville (Black Dog Opera Library), ISBN: 978-1579126186 |
| 2022-23 | Young Artists | Penny Lau | We will celebrate the artist in every child and provide opportunities for your young artist to paint and create like the Masters. Our inspiration comes from God's creation, Claude Monet, Vincent VanGogh, Grandma Moses, Georgia O'Keffee, and Wayne Thiebaud to name a few. Through a variety of art projects, your artist will experiment with colors, lines, shapes, textures, and various mediums. In addition to guided drawings, your artist will paint on cotton canvases, build with various clays, and work with paper mache. Seasonal favorites include designing a wooden Christmas tree and tie-dying t-shirts. New artists and projects included. All materials will be provided by the instructor. Prerequisites: A willingness to try new things and occasionally get messy. |
| 2022-23 | Young Writer's Camp | Perry Jones | A strong foundation in writing makes school more enjoyable and takes the stress out of homework! This class is geared toward students who are looking to improve their basic writing skills. We will be tackling the subject of writing through a wide variety of assignments—some creative, some academic. Throughout the year, students will grow in their ability and confidence in putting pen to paper. Topics covered include: critical thinking, gathering thoughts, sentence writing, paragraph construction, punctuation and grammar, vocabulary building, introduction to the essay, and an array of creative assignments to balance out the more academic ones. |