We are pleased to present this semester’s classes for homeschoolers in the Detroit area.
Find times and locations for these classes by visiting “Locations & Classes” in the menu. See the class descriptions below.
| Class Name | Grade Level | ||
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| Class Name | Grade Level | Class Description | Required Materials |
| 3-D Arts and Crafts | 1-3 | Students will have tons of fun building creative, colorful and collaborative 3-dimensional projects. We will make upcycled projects out of everyday items and might use things such as cardboard, toilet paper rolls, shoe boxes, and coffee cups. Many items will be provided and others may be brought from home, depending on the project. We will let our imagination run wild with all of the things we can create. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | SPALDING: bold markers, water color paint tray w/ brush. $10 Material Fee |
| 3-D Arts and Crafts | 3-5 | Students will have tons of fun building creative, colorful and collaborative 3-dimensional projects. We will make upcycled projects out of everyday items and might use things such as cardboard, toilet paper rolls, shoe boxes, and coffee cups. Many items will be provided and others may be brought from home, depending on the project. We will let our imagination run wild with all of the things we can create. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | SPALDING: bold markers, water color paint tray w/ brush. $10 Material Fee |
| 3-D Arts and Crafts | 6-12 | Students will have tons of fun building creative, colorful and collaborative 3-dimensional projects. We will make upcycled projects out of everyday items and might use things such as cardboard, toilet paper rolls, shoe boxes, and coffee cups. Many items will be provided and others may be brought from home, depending on the project. We will let our imagination run wild with all of the things we can create. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | $10 Material Fee |
| 3-D Arts and Crafts | 9-12 | Students will have tons of fun building creative, colorful and collaborative 3-dimensional projects. We will make upcycled projects out of everyday items and might use things such as cardboard, toilet paper rolls, shoe boxes, and coffee cups. Many items will be provided and others may be brought from home, depending on the project. We will let our imagination run wild with all of the things we can create. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | $10 Material Fee |
| 3-D Minecraft Architectural Research Build | 6-12 | Take game playing up a level to game learning with Minecraft's "building blocks". Students will engineer virtual worlds--from building houses to creating an entire city. From proportions, dimensions, and unit conversion to city management, Minecraft offers worlds of opportunity for much learning. Minecraft is more than a game. It is a 3D Computer-Aided Design package as well. Students will be assigned to research a significant architectural building from recent or ancient history. From there, they will replicate that structure in Minecraft in 3D!, adhering to design integrity and add their own special touches. Developing a city from these structures is the ultimate goal! Students will be required to submit a complete report along with presenting their build upon completion. The report will include the following: cover sheet, 10-15 facts about their build, 2-3 screenshots, and a builder's blog. Students are required to print these documents at home. A portion of class time will be dedicated each week for students to share tips, tricks and successes with the game of Minecraft. FLASH DRIVE REQUIRED! Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | OSIS: Notebook & Flash Drive |
| Advanced Biology Lab: Anatomy and Physiology | 9-12 | This is the required companion class to Advanced Biology Lecture: anatomy and Physiology. Labs will relate to the topics covered in the lecture portion : the human body's 11 organ systems in detail. Students will work collaboratively in a lab setting to understand the concepts of Advanced Biology. Homework: Assigned each week by teacher and is expected to be completed before coming to class. Textbook required. Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE: In order to take this course, the student MUST have completed and passed a first-year Biology course. Weekly homework will be assigned (approximately 2 hours/week for the 2-hour course). | See Lecture Companion Class |
| Advanced Biology Lecture: Anatomy and Physiology | 9-12 | This is one part of our two-part advanced biology course (the other is Advanced Biology Lab: Anatomy and Physiology). It covers both the anatomy and the physiology of the human body's 11 organ systems in detail. In a flipped-classroom format, students will be expected to read the chapters and complete the Review Questions before going to class. This class closely follows a syllabus so that the students always know what is expected of them. Students will be required to complete assignments each week. Tests will be taken at home which will be monitored by parents. Class time will be devoted to lecture. The companion class "Advanced Biology Lab" provides a full lab experience in which students perform experiments adapted from the book as well as additional experiments which reinforce the concepts they are learning. Homework: Assigned each week by teacher and is expected to be completed before coming to class. Textbook required. Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE: In order to take this course, the student MUST have completed and passed a first-year Biology course. Weekly homework will be assigned. | Text Required: Apologia The Human Body 2nd Edition Student Textbook Only |
| Algebra 1 | 9-12 | Algebra 1 is the first high-school level math class in a student's educational journey. We reviewing order of operations as well the distributive, commutative and associative properties. We will learn graphing, simultaneous equations, exponents, polynomials, unit multipliers, and more. Students will cover majority of the chapters in the required textbook. Homework will be assigned each class period to be done at home during the following week. There will be regularly scheduled tests as well. Calculators are allowed at home and in class. Students will be required to purchase their textbook(s). Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE : Pre-Algebra or equivalent. Weekly homework will be assigned. | To confirm placement, utilize the Placement Tool at https://sonlight.mathusee.com/. Required Text: Math U See Algebra 1 Level Up Base Set: Instruction Manual, DVD, Student Workbook & TESTS, spiral notebook & pencil; graphing (preferred) or scientific calculator |
| Algebra 2 | 9-12 | Let's review exponents and some other Algebra 1 stuff and then get into rational expressions, scientific notation, combining like terms, radicals, factoring polynomials, fractional exponents, and more! This Algebra 2 course will cover most of the chapters in the required textbook. Homework will be assigned each class period to be due the following week. Tests will also be scheduled. Calculators are encouraged and permitted. Students will be required to purchase their textbook(s). Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE: Must have completed and passed Algebra 1 AND Geometry. Weekly homework will be assigned. | To confirm placement, utilize the Placement Tool at https://sonlight.mathusee.com/. Required Text: Math U See Algebra 2 Universal Set: Instruction Manual, DVD, Student Workbook & TESTS; spiral notebook & pencil; graphing (preferred) or scientific calculator |
| Alternative Energy Projects with Lego | 6-12 | This class will focus on energy and forms of energy. Using special Lego kits, students will explore real world application using alternative energy resources. We will investigate concepts of energy, electricity, and the environment. Students will be introduced to solar, wind and water energy, explore the capabilities of each. Students will understand the benefits and technology of renewable energy. Students will be able to construct waterwheels, windmills, and other energy-related technology and carry out experiments to see the capabilities of renewable resources. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS: Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Amazing Arts | 1-3 | Students will enjoy expanding their world with art in this class. We will do a lot of hands-on artwork. Working closely with paints, pencils, crayons, and more. They will explore vibrant colors and learn new skills that will carry on in their future with art. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework will be assigned. | $5 Material Fee |
| Amazing Arts | 6-12 | Students will enjoy expanding their world with art in this class. We will do a lot of hands-on artwork. Working closely with paints, pencils, crayons, and more. They will explore vibrant colors and learn new skills that will carry on in their future with art. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework will be assigned. | $5 Material Fee |
| American History | 9-12 | MOON: In This is a 2-semester class, secondary students will study the history of the United States. The first semester will concentrate on major themes of European settlement and the beginning of the nation through the Civil War period. The second semester will begin with the Reconstruction period and continue through the modern era. Students will be required to complete readings and activities outside of class to be prepared for discussions presentations and cooperative learning experiences during class meetings. WALKER: this class will be run using mainly in class powerpoint slides and be a reaserch based course where students will need to find information at home using reliable sources. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | MOON: "American History", author Rod Moon 2nd Edition Revised; to obtain PDF book for FREE email Northflag@gmail.com; purchase hardcopy at http://www.fufenhaven.com/books-by-mr-moon WALKER-Textbook: Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story Hardcover – May 21, 2019 by Wilfred M. McClay ISBN-13: 978-1594039379 Workbook: A Student Workbook for Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story Paperback – May 11, 2021 by Wilfred M. McClay (Author), John McBride (Author) ISBN-13 :978-1641771894 |
| American Literature & Composition | 9-12 | KAPUSTA-Students study American literature from the period of exploration to the present day in a variety of genres, including historical narratives, poetry, and short story. Students use the literature as a basis for composing expository, personal, and research-based writing. In addition, students are instructed in grammar, usage, and mechanics and they expand their vocabulary word knowledge. Essays of narration, argument, and analysis allow students practice with various modes of writing and research. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. PATE-Students study American literature from the period of exploration to the present day in a variety of genres, including historical narratives, poetry, and short story, and novels. Students use the literature as a basis for composing expository, personal, and research-based writing. In addition, students are instructed in grammar, usage, and mechanics through weekly on-line assessments. Students will expand their vocabulary word knowledge. Creative projects with essays of narration, argument, and analysis allow students practice with various modes of writing and research. HOUCK - An introduction to literature and analysis for the beginner with a slower pace using either excerpts or a 1 book for the semester A $10 Class Material Fee will be added to your student's account when classes begin in Sept. Weekly homework will be assigned. Weekly assignments posted online. | PATE-A Reading Packet will be issued, plus we will read through 2 novels. Please see syllabus for details. HOUCK - $10 Material Fee |
| Anatomy | 9-12 | This course is for students who are seeking a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology and how it affects their daily lives. This is a full science course digging deep into a great topic! This class will enable students to develop an understanding of the perfectly-designed relationships between the structures and functions of the human body. Students will have fun exploring the major systems of the human body and discover how all of these systems work together. Students will have weekly homework and in-class projects and note-taking, as well as chapter tests. This is a great intermediate class preparing your child for the upper level science courses in an encouraging environment. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | The Anatomy Coloring Book 7th Edition |
| Ancient & Medieval Times | 6-12 | We will dig deep into history from the beginning of time to the 1500s. This class will use discussion, stories, video clips, timelines, and printed materials, as well as working on memorizing key historical facts. We will work on different topics and activities inside the classroom each week. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework will be assigned. | |
| Ancient & Medieval Times | 6-8 | We will dig deep into history from the beginning of time to the 1500s. This class will use discussion, stories, video clips, timelines, and printed materials, as well as working on memorizing key historical facts. We will work on different topics and activities inside the classroom each week. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework will be assigned. | |
| Art and Nature | 1-3 | The artist Matisse once said, "An artist must possess Nature." There are very few things that can inspire artistic brilliance quite like nature does. In this art class, we will examine the relationship between art and nature. We will learn about famous masterpieces that used nature as its subject. We will enjoy filling blank pages/canvases with colorful works of art. The natural world has mesmerized and provided inspiration for some of the most renowned works of art the world has ever seen; let it do the same for you. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned. | Please bring an old t-shirt or button down shirt with your name in sharpie to protect your clothes while creating! $5 Material Fee |
| Art and Nature | 3-5 | The artist Matisse once said, "An artist must possess Nature." There are very few things that can inspire artistic brilliance quite like nature does. In this art class, we will examine the relationship between art and nature. We will learn about famous masterpieces that used nature as its subject. We will enjoy filling blank pages/canvases with colorful works of art. The natural world has mesmerized and provided inspiration for some of the most renowned works of art the world has ever seen; let it do the same for you. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned. | Please bring an old t-shirt or button down shirt with your name in sharpie to protect your clothes while creating! $15 Material Fee |
| Art Around the World | 6-12 | In this class, we will learn about art & culture from around the world. Students will make mixed-media art projects informed and inspired by our exciting world adventure! Weekly assignments posted online. | $5 Material Fee |
| Basket Weaving | 6-12 | This class is designed to teach basics of basketry. The students will be making a simple basket using round reeds. Students will make a round basket using flat reeds. If time allows, more baskets can be made. All projects will be completed in class. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework will be assigned. | $15 Material Fee |
| Become the Athlete You Want To Be | 9-12 | Whether you are a competitive athlete or just getting started, do you want to work hard and take it to the next level? We will work together to accomplish this utilizing sports, conditioning, and games. You will love this fun class because it will be structured, intensive, and physically demanding. You will be able to pace yourself for individualized success, and we will do this through exercise and games such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, kickball, dodgeball, flag football, capture the flag, relay races and others. Weekly assignments posted online. MS/HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Beginning Printmaking | 1-3 | Students will be exploring the Colorful world of Bugs, Butterflies and Blooms in this beginning Printmaking & Entomology class. We’ll be learning about jewel-like beetles, the beautiful Luna moth, the magic of Fireflies and more. We’ll take our knowledge and use it to produce wonderful interpretive works of art, using multiple basics of Printmaking and mixed media. Please bring an old t-shirt or button down shirt with your name in sharpie to protect your clothes while creating! Weekly assignments posted online. | $15 Material Fee |
| Beginning Printmaking | 3-5 | Students will be exploring the Colorful world of Bugs, Butterflies and Blooms in this beginning Printmaking & Entomology class. We’ll be learning about jewel-like beetles, the beautiful Luna moth, the magic of Fireflies and more. We’ll take our knowledge and use it to produce wonderful interpretive works of art, using multiple basics of Printmaking and mixed media. Please bring an old t-shirt or button down shirt with your name in sharpie to protect your clothes while creating! Weekly assignments posted online. | $15 Material Fee |
| Beyond Borders | 6-8 | Based off of curriculum put out by National Geographic (https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/), this class will use maps to look at how a country's borders can cause both a geographical and human intersection, and how these intersections can lead to cooperation and or conflict. In addition to maps, this class will use multimedia and case studies that will enable students to develop skills in map analysis and apply that analysis to specific situations. Students will be required to bring a pen/pencil to class, take part in class discussions and complete the homework assignments given. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Biology Lab | 9-12 | This is the required companion class to Biology Lecture. Labs will relate to the topics covered in the lecture portion : classification and definition of life features of the organisms in each kingdom, an introduction to biochemistry cell structure and function cellular reproduction, DNA protein synthesis, cellular respiration and genetics. Students will work collaboratively in a lab setting to understand the concepts of Biology. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | See Lecture Companion Class |
| Biology Lecture (Self Pay) | 9-12 | This 2-semester, college-preparatory high school biology course provides a general survey of the five kingdoms. The topics covered are the following : classification and definition of life features of the organisms in each kingdom, an introduction to biochemistry cell structure and function cellular reproduction, DNA protein synthesis, cellular respiration and genetics. Students are expected to read the chapters and complete the Review Questions before going to class. This class closely follows a syllabus so that students always know what is expected of them. Students will be required to complete assignments each week. Tests will be taken at home and monitored by parents. This class period will be devoted to lecture. Also each week is the Biology Lab portion where students will work collaboratively in a lab setting to understand the concepts of Biology. Weekly homework will be assigned (approximately 2 hours/week). Weekly assignments posted online. | Text Required: Apologia Biology 3rd Edition ISBN-13: 9781946506450 Textbooks will be ordered in advance of the class and accounts will be charged $56 |
| Biomes & Ecosystems | 3-5 | In this class, we will explore Earth’s terrestrial and aquatic biomes (community of plants and animals). We will spend time exploring the wonders of the ocean, forest, desert, and tundra. We will learn about a variety of sea creatures, plants, animals, and the exciting jobs that allow people to explore the world around us. We will learn through fun experiments and may even create a spectacular 3D model. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | |
| Book Study and Composition | 6-8 | Join in on this fantastic study of some really great books. We will choose at least one book each semester. During our meaningful reading adventure, we will also work on socratic discussion, vocabulary, writing, literary analysis, and critical analysis skills. Some extra-curricular movie nights may be planned! We will also have a creative hands-on project that correlates with the content. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | PATE-1" - 3 ring binder with pockets, pen, pencil, paper, and a good attitude. Study guides, and notebook pages will be given in class. This year we will study through The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom and the Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkein |
| Botany | 6-8 | Introduce your naturalists to plants! Botany is the scientific study of plants and their relationship to the environment. In this course, students investigate the growth, reproduction, anatomy, morphology, physiology, biochemistry, taxonomy, genetics, and ecology of plants. Students should expect weekly homework as well as projects laboratory write-ups. Laboratory and outdoor experiences complement classroom activities. .A high level of understanding in problem solving and the scientific methods is necessary for success in this course. UE, MS, HS: There may be quizzes and tests. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Bringing Home Dessert | 6-12 | *Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated in this class. In this class the student will be preparing various desserts such as pies, brownies, and cookies to bring home for the family to enjoy. They will prepare the dessert in class for each student to finish at home. Most desserts will need to be baked. Students will bring in their own empty pans/dishes and take them home filled with delights! Weekly assignments posted online. There may be homework assigned. | $15 class material fee |
| Building Better Essays | 6-8 | Students will learn how to organize their thoughts and write an effective essay. They will learn which thoughts are important and how to write a productive topic sentence along with supporting ideas. We will review writing an organized paragraph and move onto 5 paragraph essays consisting of writing an outline to organize thoughts, interesting introductions with hooks and a thesis statement, clear and concise body paragraphs, and strong conclusions. We will write variations of essays like compare and contrast, persuasive, research, and creative writing. Materials will be provided by the instructor. One to three hours of homework each week. Weekly assignments posted online. | HOUCK: Binder, computer & printer at home for research, pencils; KAPUSTA: Notebook & Pencil |
| Building Better Essays | 9-12 | Students will learn how to organize their thoughts and write an effective essay. They will learn which thoughts are important and how to write a productive topic sentence along with supporting ideas. We will review writing an organized paragraph and move onto 5 paragraph essays consisting of writing an outline to organize thoughts, interesting introductions with hooks and a thesis statement, clear and concise body paragraphs, and strong conclusions. We will write variations of essays like compare and contrast, persuasive, research, and creative writing. Materials will be provided by the instructor. One to three hours of homework each week. Weekly assignments posted online. | HOUCK: Binder, computer & printer at home for research, pencils; KAPUSTA: Notebook & Pencil |
| Building Our Brain with Critical Thinking | 6-12 | Critical thinking skills are more important than ever in academic and real-world situations. Students will exercise their higher-order thinking when they get involved with these activities that build and grow problem-solving skills in engaging formats such as logic and visual puzzles, brainteasers, picture comparison, word play, and what if questions. The lessons help students apply critical thinking skills across subject areas. The in-class lessons guide students to make deeper connections between their learning and the real world. We will practice higher-order thinking skills such as Analyzing, Predicting, Designing, Composing, Organizing, Evaluating, Imagining, and Strategizing. There will be homework in this class. Weekly assignments posted online. | MOON: "The Mind Whisperer," author Rod Moon 1st Edition; to obtain PDF book for FREE email Northflag@gmail.com; purchase hardcopy at http://www.fufenhaven.com/books-by-mr-moon WALKER: The Thinking Toolbox, by Nathaniel Bluedorn and Hans Bluedorn, Notebook/Paper and pencil or pen |
| Castles, Catapults, and Kings | 1-3 | Students love this class because they get to discover the history of medieval castle life and be amazed by its construction. There are many hands-on activities and engaging discussions. The exciting class project culminates in "Defender of the Realm...last kingdom standing!". Weekly assignments posted online. UE may have homework assigned. | SMITH Required Book: DK Findout! Castles |
| Character Development | 1-3 | This class will cover various character qualities throughout the semester and then apply those qualities by participating in a community-building project. For instance, we may cover 'looking out for others' and thencomplete a group project to donate to our police or firefighters. Parent suggestions for community outreach are very welcome! Weekly assignments posted online. | WALKER: 3 ring binder/folder, paper, pen/pencil, colored pencils or markers, or crayons, glue stick, scissors |
| Character Development | 3-5 | What are the skills needed to be a great leader? In this course we will look at prominent leaders in history, as well as esteemed leaders in today's world. We will explore personality types, strengths, conflict resolution, communication, influence and more as we build the next generation of outstanding leaders. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned. | WALKER: 3 ring binder/folder, paper, pen/pencil, colored pencils or markers, or crayons, glue stick, scissors |
| Chemistry Lab | 9-12 | Required companion class to Chemistry Lecture. Experiments may include measuring specific heat, discovering the electrical conductivity of compounds dissolved in water, measuring the width of a molecule, exploring freezing, point depression, using the ideal gas equation, recognizing the effects of catalysts, and much more. Prerequisite: Algebra 1. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | See Lecture Companion Class; scientific calculator |
| Chemistry Lecture (Self Pay) | 9-12 | PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1. This is a 2-part section, the other being "Chemistry Lab." This is a year-long high school class designed to enrich students understanding of the text through discussions, lectures and working out problems together in class. Topics include significant figures, units, classification, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, gas laws, and equilibrium. Algebra 1 is a prerequisite for this class because students will apply algebra throughout the year in each module. Students are expected to read chapters and complete Review Questions before going to class. Students take chapter tests at home under parental supervision but they also take three in-class cumulative tests throughout the year. The teacher grades all tests and weekly lab reports. This class closely follows a syllabus so that the students always know what is expected of them. Homework is required to be completed before class each week. Textbook required. Weekly homework will be assigned (approximately 2 hours/week). Weekly assignments posted online. | Text Required: Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry 3rd Edition Student Textbook Only; scientific calculator |
| College Prep Writing & Research | 9-12 | PREREQUISITE: Students must have taken and passed a high-school level essay-writing class or have taken Building Better Essays. This challenging course provides the practice of expository and personal writing for college and career readiness. The first semester will focus on writing 5 paragraph essays in MLA formatting starting with an outline, strong thesis statement, introductions with a hook, concise body paragraphs, and strong conclusions. Most essays will require some research online. Students will learn common writing mistakes, grammar, editing, and rewriting while making the process an encouraging experience! Teacher guided peer reviews will help students grow in their writing process. The second semester will follow a similar format to College Composition 1 and 2 writing 4-page persuasive essays requiring research and an MLA Cite Work page with in-text citations. Weekly assignments posted online. There will be weekly grammar and writing homework. Materials are provided by the teacher. A binder is needed for this class. | $10 Material Fee Binder, computer & printer at home for research, pencils |
| Cords, Knots, and Beads - Macrame | 3-5 | This class is designed to teach the students how to make decorative items out of cords and knots. The plan is to have each student make a plant hanger, wall hanging, cord bracelet and other items as time allows. No homework required. All projects will be completed in class. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned. | $10 Material Fee |
| Create your own Website with Wix | 6-12 | Create your own professional web presence exactly the way you want. The powerful technology of Wix makes it easy for everyone to get online with a stunning, professional and functional web presence. Whether it is your first time creating or you are a long time expert, you will find the features and solutions you need to build a professional website with true, creative freedom. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | |
| Create your own Website with Wix | 9-12 | Create your own professional web presence exactly the way you want. The powerful technology of Wix makes it easy for everyone to get online with a stunning, professional and functional web presence. Whether it is your first time creating or you are a long time expert, you will find the features and solutions you need to build a professional website with true, creative freedom. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | |
| Creative Writing | 9-12 | KAPUSTA: Students will have the opportunity to work on their stories during class and are welcome to use their laptop, tablet, or phone if they prefer that to handwriting. We will be discussing the elements of fiction including story arcs, character development, creating backstories, various literary devices like foreshadowing, red herrings, etc. Students can choose to write various stories throughout the semester or to work towards a book. Homework is 1-2 hours a week to work on their story. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. HOUCK: This class will study the different elements that go into creating a fun story. Students will have class time to interact and discuss ideas as well as have time to write. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Creepy Crawlies & Critters | 1-3 | In this creepy-crawly critter class, we will explore a variety of arthropods and their fascinating characteristics, as well as many other critters in nature. Through a variety of hands-on activities and projects, students will learn about life cycles, anatomy, habitats, and diets along with differences/similarities. They will expand upon their knowledge of science and vocabulary as the class explores, observes, compares, organizes/classifies, discusses, and conducts experiments. Reading, writing, and creating works of art will reinforce concepts in order for students to come away with a new-found appreciation of this diverse class of creatures. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Culinary Creations: Appetizers & Snacks | 3-5 | *Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated in this class. Want to be able to create some perfect party appetizers and scrumptious snacks? We will use tips on how to most successfully make and present appetizers and snacks with creative culinary flare. Students will learn kitchen and food prep basics and then have the opportunity to immediately apply them to recipes that will blow your tastebuds away! Students may be asked to bring in some minor ingredients and/or bakeware; it will be noted in the syllabus. Weekly assignments posted online. | $15 class material fee |
| Culinary Creations: Appetizers & Snacks | 6-12 | *Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated in this class. Want to be able to create some perfect party appetizers and scrumptious snacks? We will use tips on how to most successfully make and present appetizers and snacks with creative culinary flare. Students will learn kitchen and food prep basics and then have the opportunity to immediately apply them to recipes that will blow your tastebuds away! Students may be asked to bring in some minor ingredients and/or bakeware; it will be noted in the syllabus. Weekly assignments posted online. | $15 class material fee |
| Current Events | 9-12 | Using current events, this elective course focuses on world and local issues that affect students’ everyday lives, such as economics, government, and stories of personal interest. This course uses newspapers, online media, cartoons, and newscasts to support class discussion. Additionally, students participate in group projects, presentations and work with primary source materials and opinion pieces in order to better understand the world around them. Students will be assigned homework every week that must be completed. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Drama Club | 1-3 | LANDON: Students will play exciting theater games, participate in engaging rehearsals, and build fun sets and costumes for a theater production. At the end of the semester, the students will have the opportunity to perform a production for their friends and family. No previous acting or performing experience is necessary, just come ready to have fun, work hard, and learn more about the art of theater! Weekly assignments posted online. SPALDING: In this Red Carpet Drama Club, students will be learning basic acting skills: improv, pantomime, and charades. We will choose a short play, practice throughout the course, and perform it for parents at the end of the semester. Weekly assignments posted online. | SPALDING: Folder for class and pencils. Homework Materials: full length mirror. |
| Drama Club | 1-5 | LANDON: Students will play exciting theater games, participate in engaging rehearsals, and build fun sets and costumes for a theater production. At the end of the semester, the students will have the opportunity to perform a production for their friends and family. No previous acting or performing experience is necessary, just come ready to have fun, work hard, and learn more about the art of theater! Weekly assignments posted online. SPALDING: In this Red Carpet Drama Club, students will be learning basic acting skills: improv, pantomime, and charades. We will choose a short play, practice throughout the course, and perform it for parents at the end of the semester. Weekly assignments posted online. | SPALDING: Folder for class and pencils. Homework Materials: full length mirror. |
| Drama Club | 3-5 | LANDON: Students will play exciting theater games, participate in engaging rehearsals, and build fun sets and costumes for a theater production. At the end of the semester, the students will have the opportunity to perform a production for their friends and family. No previous acting or performing experience is necessary, just come ready to have fun, work hard, and learn more about the art of theater! Weekly assignments posted online. SPALDING: In this Red Carpet Drama Club, students will be learning basic acting skills: improv, pantomime, and charades. We will choose a short play, practice throughout the course, and perform it for parents at the end of the semester. Weekly assignments posted online. | SPALDING: Folder for class and pencils. Homework Materials: full length mirror. |
| Drawing Adventures | 6-12 | Students will learn the basics of drawing, from contour line and gesture to perspective and value. This class will be both fun and informative, everything from traditional drawing to drawing upside down. There will never be a dull moment. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Economics | 9-12 | This one-semester course focuses on the basic tenets of economics and allows the students to understand the principles that affect the businesses in the world around them. Topics covered include: Supply and demand, markets, economic systems, the factors of production, the role of government, and types of business. If a student has ever shown an interest in how a business gets started, this is the course for them. Students will be assigned homework every week that must be completed. Tests will be given once a group of subjects have been completed. Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE: Students must have successfully completed Algebra 1. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Electronics | 6-12 | This class is intended for the beginner in electronics. It is designed to give a hands on introduction to the electronic world that surrounds us. Students will learn how electricity works and basic electronic components building toward understanding of computers, radio, radar, electric motors, and other modern devices. Experiments and electronic equipment construction will secure a working knowledge of the subject. Each lesson text is individually downloaded on Orbund with each assignment. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Electronics | 9-12 | This class is intended for the beginner in electronics. It is designed to give a hands on introduction to the electronic world that surrounds us. Students will learn how electricity works and basic electronic components building toward understanding of computers, radio, radar, electric motors, and other modern devices. Experiments and electronic equipment construction will secure a working knowledge of the subject. Each lesson text is individually downloaded on Orbund with each assignment. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Elementary Engineers | 1-3 | Come and join your classmates by doing some really cool challenges which have been developed for future engineers! Some of our exciting challenges may include building a marble maze, car or boat. Other activities may feature bubble making, chromatography, or catapults. The possibilities are endless, so roll up your sleeves and get ready to drive your imagination! Weekly assignments posted online. Light homework will be assigned. | Scissors, pencil, tape, markers, glue |
| Elementary Engineers | 3-5 | Come and join your classmates by doing some really cool challenges which have been developed for future engineers! Some of our exciting challenges may include building a marble maze, car or boat. Other activities may feature bubble making, chromatography, or catapults. The possibilities are endless, so roll up your sleeves and get ready to drive your imagination! Weekly assignments posted online. Light homework will be assigned. | Scissors, pencil, tape, markers, glue |
| Elementary Spanish | 1-3 | Hola! This class taught by a Spanish-speaking teacher who will provide a basic introduction to Spanish language and culture. Guided lessons include diverse activities in which students will learn and practice their colors, weather, food, clothing, animals, the city and other everyday topics. We will begin with the letters of the alphabet and numbers and then progress through functional vocabulary and grammar. There will be weekly homework assignments and vocabulary reviews and evaluations. We will work on small projects, some of which will be completed in class and some completed at home. Some library visits might be necessary during the course of the year. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | AVALOS: Lower Elementary: Skill Builders Carson Dellosa Publishing ISBN 9781936023356 |
| Elementary Spanish | 3-5 | Hola! This class taught by a Spanish-speaking teacher who will provide a basic introduction to Spanish language and culture. Guided lessons include diverse activities in which students will learn and practice their colors, weather, food, clothing, animals, the city and other everyday topics. We will begin with the letters of the alphabet and numbers and then progress through functional vocabulary and grammar. There will be weekly homework assignments and vocabulary reviews and evaluations. We will work on small projects, some of which will be completed in class and some completed at home. Some library visits might be necessary during the course of the year. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | AVALOS: Upper Elementary: Spanish Elementary (100 reproducible activities) by Carson Dellosa Education ISBN 9781568221977 |
| Emerging Readers | 1-3 | Students will learn phonetic principles to aid them when decoding words. This foundation is essential for comprehension and reading success. Students will use a variety of hands-on multisensory techniques that are engaging and motivating. This class is for the beginning reader as well as the student who has limited reading ability. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned and may include reading and writing. | SMITH: Week-by-Week Phonics Packets: 30 Independent Practice Packets That Help Children Learn Key Phonic Skills ISBN 978-0545223041 and Comprehensive Curriculum of Basic Skills Grade 3 ISBN 9781483824123. It has a panda bear on the green cover. LANE: Week-by-Week Phonics Packets: 30 Independent Practice Packets That Help Children Learn Key Phonic Skills ISBN 978-0545223041 |
| English Placement Prep | 9-12 | Students will learn strategies that will help improve their test scores for college placements. This class will focus on comprehension of both narrative and expository texts such as activating background knowledge, questioning, analyzing text structure, visualization, and summarizing. They will also be reviewing tips for better writing scores as well. There will be homework assigned. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| EV3 Robotics Programming | 6-12 | This program was developed by Carnegie Melon University, a leader in the field of Robotics. The Introduction to Programming EV3 Curriculum is a curriculum module designed to teach core computer-programming logic and reasoning skills using a robotics engineering context. It contains a sequence of 10 projects (plus one capstone challenge) organized around key robotics and programming concepts. Each project comprises a self-contained instructional unit in the sequence. Weekly assignments posted online. Students will pair up and work on various challenges using EV3 Robotics kits. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Exercise Enterprise | 4-8 | “Exercise Enterprise” will get down to business to give students the opportunity to venture into new team-building games while still enjoying classic school-yard fun. All activities will naturally encourage students to work together and let loose their competitive spirits. It will be conducted in an active, caring, supportive, and non-threatening atmosphere in which every student is challenged yet successful. Using a wide variety of physical activities and challenges, students will develop their physical, cognitive, and affective wellbeing. We want every student to be excited about fun AND fitness and what the two have in common. Please join us as we bring the joy of learning and the thrill of competition together in one place! Wear appropriate shoes and clothing, including outerwear for that days' temperatures. Weekly assignments posted online. Upper Elementary may be assigned homework. | Athletic Shoes |
| Exercise Enterprise | 6-12 | “Exercise Enterprise” will get down to business to give students the opportunity to venture into new team-building games while still enjoying classic school-yard fun. All activities will naturally encourage students to work together and let loose their competitive spirits. It will be conducted in an active, caring, supportive, and non-threatening atmosphere in which every student is challenged yet successful. Using a wide variety of physical activities and challenges, students will develop their physical, cognitive, and affective wellbeing. We want every student to be excited about fun AND fitness and what the two have in common. Please join us as we bring the joy of learning and the thrill of competition together in one place! Wear appropriate shoes and clothing, including outerwear for that days' temperatures. Weekly assignments posted online. Upper Elementary may be assigned homework. | Athletic Shoes |
| Exercise Enterprise | 6-8 | “Exercise Enterprise” will get down to business to give students the opportunity to venture into new team-building games while still enjoying classic school-yard fun. All activities will naturally encourage students to work together and let loose their competitive spirits. It will be conducted in an active, caring, supportive, and non-threatening atmosphere in which every student is challenged yet successful. Using a wide variety of physical activities and challenges, students will develop their physical, cognitive, and affective wellbeing. We want every student to be excited about fun AND fitness and what the two have in common. Please join us as we bring the joy of learning and the thrill of competition together in one place! Wear appropriate shoes and clothing, including outerwear for that days' temperatures. Weekly assignments posted online. Upper Elementary may be assigned homework. | Athletic Shoes |
| Fitness is Fun! | 1-3 | Healthy habits help you to be the best athlete you can be. Pace yourself with the right techniques for strength training, conditioning, endurance and mental toughness. We will explore fun ways to stay in shape, prevent injuries and increase performance. Fitness skills will be tailored to the levels of the participants. Weekly assignments posted online. UE may have weekly homework assignments. | |
| Fitness is Fun! | 3-5 | Healthy habits help you to be the best athlete you can be. Pace yourself with the right techniques for strength training, conditioning, endurance and mental toughness. We will explore fun ways to stay in shape, prevent injuries and increase performance. Fitness skills will be tailored to the levels of the participants. Weekly assignments posted online. UE may have weekly homework assignments. | |
| Food & Agriculture (Agriscience) | 6-8 | Did you know there were three "Agricultural Revolutions"? What is agriscience? Simply stated, agriscience is the application of science to agriculture, and we will uncover some amazing truths about how this affects our everyday living. This class community will learn about cultivating the soil, growing crops and raising livestock. Plan on taking part in interactive and interesting age-appropriate activities to learn more about food and agriculture. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Food Science | 1-3 | Students have an appetite for learning from hands-on science experiments. We will have a blast quenching their thirst for knowledge by using food every week to do experiments and learn about the scientific process. We will mix things up as we explore chemistry, biology, physics, and earth science. These concepts will marinade as their minds use scientific thinking skills. The learning opportunities will be super cool and sometimes quite delicious. Before you know it, your family kitchen may turn into a science lab! Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Food Science | 3-5 | Students have an appetite for learning from hands-on science experiments. We will have a blast quenching their thirst for knowledge by using food every week to do experiments and learn about the scientific process. We will mix things up as we explore chemistry, biology, physics, and earth science. These concepts will marinade as their minds use scientific thinking skills. The learning opportunities will be super cool and sometimes quite delicious. Before you know it, your family kitchen may turn into a science lab! Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| French For Beginners | 1-3 | This class is an introduction to the French language. We will be learning simple sentences to name numbers, colors and other items around us. We will be talking about French culture, holidays and the daily life in France. Games and crafts will be used to reinforce the words and sentences we learned. This class will involve some homework and vocabulary practice. Weekly assignments posted online. | SMITH: French: Language Arts Elementary by Danielle de Gregory for Carson-Dellosa Publishing, ISBN:1F8792 |
| French For Beginners | 3-5 | This class is an introduction to the French language. We will be learning simple sentences to name numbers, colors and other items around us. We will be talking about French culture, holidays and the daily life in France. Games and crafts will be used to reinforce the words and sentences we learned. This class will involve some homework and vocabulary practice. Weekly assignments posted online. | SMITH: French: Language Arts Elementary by Danielle de Gregory for Carson-Dellosa Publishing, ISBN:1F8792 |
| Geometry | 9-12 | This is a 2-semester course that will cover geometric definitions, perimeter area, volume surface area and radicals for the first semester and focus on proofs during the second semester. Students will be assigned homework weekly and will be given short in-class quizzes. Tests will also be given. Required textbook must be purchased. Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE: Mastery of multiplication tables as well as student must have taken and passed Algebra 1 or placed into Geometry via the online placement questionnaire at http://placement.mathusee.com/. Weekly homework will be assigned. | To confirm placement, utilize the Placement Tool at https://sonlight.mathusee.com/. Required Text: Math U See Geometry Universal Set (Instruction Manual/Solutions, DVD, Student Workbook & TEST booklet), spiral notebook & graphing or scientific calculator |
| Gym Games | 1-3 | Come have fun playing your favorite games, old-school games and some new games too! Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Gym Games | 3-5 | Come have fun playing your favorite games, old-school games and some new games too! Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Health & Nutrition | 3-5 | This course will cover how our bodies function and how exercise and diet affect our overall health. We will have weekly activities and discoveries to reinforce what we are learning. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Health & Nutrition | 6-12 | This course will cover how our bodies function and how exercise and diet affect our overall health. We will have weekly activities and discoveries to reinforce what we are learning. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Health & Nutrition | 9-12 | This course will cover how our bodies function and how exercise and diet affect our overall health. We will have weekly activities and discoveries to reinforce what we are learning. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Illustration and Inspiration | 1-3 | This class provides specialized instruction on how to develop illustrative drawings from graphics. Students will learn the techniques necessary to create well-planned and accurate drawings colored with a luscious, velvety texture using colored pencil. Over time, they will see their illustrations come to life on paper using their imaginations. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Illustration and Inspiration | 3-5 | This class provides specialized instruction on how to develop illustrative drawings from graphics. Students will learn the techniques necessary to create well-planned and accurate drawings colored with a luscious, velvety texture using colored pencil. Over time, they will see their illustrations come to life on paper using their imaginations. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Illustration and Inspiration | 6-8 | This class provides specialized instruction on how to develop illustrative drawings from graphics. Students will learn the techniques necessary to create well-planned and accurate drawings colored with a luscious, velvety texture using colored pencil. Over time, they will see their illustrations come to life on paper using their imaginations. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Illustration and Inspiration | 9-12 | This class provides specialized instruction on how to develop illustrative drawings from graphics. Students will learn the techniques necessary to create well-planned and accurate drawings colored with a luscious, velvety texture using colored pencil. Over time, they will see their illustrations come to life on paper using their imaginations. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Intro to 3D Modeling with SketchUp | 6-12 | In this class students will be introduced to 3D modeling. SketchUp. is a 3D modeling computer program for a wide range of drawing applications such as architectural, interior design, landscape architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, film and video game design. Think of drawing in 3D SketchUp as if it is an extension of your hand. The idea is to get pen-and-paper drawing out of your way so that you can draw whatever you want, however you want. Students will begin by learning the tool bar of SketchUp which includes four tutorial lessons. In these lessons, students will begin learning SketchUp by drawing a house with all the dimensions and adding exterior and interior structures and elements as well. Once they have learned the tutorial, students can then design their own unique structures, objects, and even a game with the skills they have obtained. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Intro to 3D Modeling with SketchUp | 9-12 | In this class students will be introduced to 3D modeling. SketchUp. is a 3D modeling computer program for a wide range of drawing applications such as architectural, interior design, landscape architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, film and video game design. Think of drawing in 3D SketchUp as if it is an extension of your hand. The idea is to get pen-and-paper drawing out of your way so that you can draw whatever you want, however you want. Students will begin by learning the tool bar of SketchUp which includes four tutorial lessons. In these lessons, students will begin learning SketchUp by drawing a house with all the dimensions and adding exterior and interior structures and elements as well. Once they have learned the tutorial, students can then design their own unique structures, objects, and even a game with the skills they have obtained. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Introduction to Coding Concepts | 1-3 | Students are given challenges based on a few simple rules, and in the process of solving those challenges they uncover powerful ideas on their own. Not only is this a more memorable way to learn, but it empowers them to realize that these are ideas within their grasp. Note that this class does not teach programming, but it does provide ways to support students with programming logic. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | |
| Introduction to Coding Concepts | 3-5 | Students are given challenges based on a few simple rules, and in the process of solving those challenges they uncover powerful ideas on their own. Not only is this a more memorable way to learn, but it empowers them to realize that these are ideas within their grasp. Note that this class does not teach programming, but it does provide ways to support students with programming logic. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | |
| Jr. LEGO Engineering | 1-3 | The goal of this course is for students to work in teams by planning, sharing, and discussing while they enjoy hands-on-activities. They will learn about engineering concepts such as levers, gears, wheels & axles, and pulleys that incorporate math, science, and creativity. This is a fun and active class. Weekly assignments posted online. Upper Elementary students may have weekly homework. | |
| Jr. LEGO Engineering | 3-5 | The goal of this course is for students to work in teams by planning, sharing, and discussing while they enjoy hands-on-activities. They will learn about engineering concepts such as levers, gears, wheels & axles, and pulleys that incorporate math, science, and creativity. This is a fun and active class. Weekly assignments posted online. Upper Elementary students may have weekly homework. | |
| Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 1 | K | Section 1 of 3: Little ones will enjoy their experience in this 3-HOUR kindergarten class. They will discover a variety of learning elements, including but not limited to movement, structured play, drama, storytelling, circle time, music, art, food, sensory play, and academics. Social skills and developmental readiness will be taught and evaluated at the beginning, middle, and end of the school year. This class will set students up for success in their proceeding courses. Weekly assignments posted online. Students must enroll in all 3 Sections. Weekly assignments posted online. | ALGATE-Handwriting Without Tears Series - Letters and Numbers for Me Student Workbook LANDON-My Kindergarten Workbook: 101 Games and Activities to Support Kindergarten Skills (My Workbook) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1641524987/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_X4126045HVP8QP2E3Y5B?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 CAZAN-“Letters and Numbers for Me” ISBN 9781952970764. |
| Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 2 | K | Section 2 of 3: Little ones will enjoy their experience in this 3-HOUR kindergarten class. They will discover a variety of learning elements, including but not limited to movement, structured play, drama, storytelling, circle time, music, art, food, sensory play, and academics. Social skills and developmental readiness will be taught and evaluated at the beginning, middle, and end of the school year. This class will set students up for success in their proceeding courses. Weekly assignments posted online. Students must enroll in all 3 Sections. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 3 | K | Section 3 of 3: Little ones will enjoy their experience in this 3-HOUR kindergarten class. They will discover a variety of learning elements, including but not limited to movement, structured play, drama, storytelling, circle time, music, art, food, sensory play, and academics. Social skills and developmental readiness will be taught and evaluated at the beginning, middle, and end of the school year. This class will set students up for success in their proceeding courses. Weekly assignments posted online. Students must enroll in all 3 Sections. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Languages & Cultures Around the World | 1-3 | This class will be an introduction to multiple languages and cultures. Whether counting to 10, learning our color words, or naming toys or food, we'll learn the words in a variety of languages around the world. We'll also get to look at the differences in toys, food, etc. of each different culture. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | SMITH: "Another Trip Around the World"- Elementary by Carson-Dellosa Publishing. Available at Amazon.com |
| Languages & Cultures Around the World | 3-5 | This class will be an introduction to multiple languages and cultures. Whether counting to 10, learning our color words, or naming toys or food, we'll learn the words in a variety of languages around the world. We'll also get to look at the differences in toys, food, etc. of each different culture. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | SMITH: "Another Trip Around the World"- Elementary by Carson-Dellosa Publishing. Available at Amazon.com |
| Leadership | 9-12 | What are the skills needed to be a great leader? In this course we will look at prominent leaders in history, as well as esteemed leaders in today's world. We will explore personality types, strengths, conflict resolution, communication, influence and more as we build the next generation of outstanding leaders. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned. | The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, by Sean Covey, Notebook/Paper and pen or pencil |
| Let's Make Dinner | 6-12 | *Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated in this class. Happiness is...when a student makes the family dinner once a week! During class time each week, students will be making a different dish to take home and bake for dinner. Meals will vary and may include enchiladas or a tater tot casserole. Students will be asked to bring their own meat in order to satisfy their individual family's dietary preferences. Their dishes will be prepped in class and will need to be cooked at home. Any additional instructions for being table ready will be sent home. Somehow, food just tastes better when your family eats together! Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly assignments may be given. | $15 class material fee |
| Life Skills | 6-12 | With so many skills to learn in life, we will focus on people skills, etiquette, and household management. All of these are important as we continue to move, groove, and grow in life's journey. There will be reading, there may be writing, we will have a good time with discussion. Any homework should be enriching. As we study people skills, get ready to get to know yourself like never before! Having good people skills will pour into every area of your life, including work, managing a house-hold, and etiquette. Communication is key! I hope to see you there! Weekly assignments posted online. | 1", 3-ring binder with pockets, paper, pen, a good attitude |
| Life Skills | 9-12 | Roll your sleeves up and get ready to work on your future. No one can ever be completely prepared for their adult life, but at least in this class we will get you one step closer with a HANDS-ON approach. There will be projects to complete during the course of the year—they will all be useful and provide you with courage and confidence to do a ton of things all on your own. Auto maintenance, basic first aid, meal planning, shopping, and more. Adulting is inevitable, so come and gain some awesome skills that you will never regret having learned! Weekly assignments posted online. PATE-With so many skills to learn in life, we will focus on people skills, etiquette, and household management. All of these are important as we continue to move, groove, and grow in life's journey. There will be reading, there may be writing, we will have a good time with classroom discussion. Homework should be enriching. As we study people skills, get ready to get to know yourself like never before! Having good people skills will pour into every area of your life, including work, managing a house-hold, and etiquette. Communication is key! I hope to see you there! Weekly assignments posted online. | PATE-See syllabus for required books. |
| Literature and Writing | 9-12 | Books have the ability to transport readers into worlds that they have never known and to teach readers about the lives and experiences of others. Join us for literary adventures as we read books from award-winning authors. Alongside reading, this class will also teach writing the IEWay, preparing students for high school writing. Homework: Students will be expected to read books assigned and to complete the writing assignments that go along with the books being read. Weekly assignments posted online. | The Speckled Band, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - to be read over the summer, ready to discuss the first day of class. Richard III, by William Shakespeare The Scarlet Pimpernel, by Baroness Orczy War Horse, by Michael Morpurgo A Year Down Yonder, by Richard Peck An Elephant in the Garden, by Michael Morpurgo Night Diary, by Veera Hiranandani A Long Walk to Water, by Linda Sue Park Refugee, by Alan Gratz |
| Literature through Cinema | 9-12 | What happens when some of the most beloved books come to the big screen? Can cinema match our imaginations, or does it fall short? How do directors and actors take the written word and turn it into visual symbolism? Can one find in film any of the literary devices used in books? This class answers those questions and more. Students will read classic literature and then watch the film version of said book. The students will then be required to write papers describing how the book translated to film and discuss the differences as well as the pros and cons of each medium. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
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| Machine Sewing | 6-12 | This class is designed for the student who longs to learn how to sew with a sewing machine. They will be learning the parts of the sewing machine and how to use it. They will learn how to thread the machine in order to sew with it. For their first project, they will make a pair of pajama/lounge pants to wear. And if time allows, they will get to pick a second project to make with the sewing machine. Homework may be assigned. However, all projects will be sewn in class. Weekly assignments posted online. | Sewing machine needed, or make arrangements with instructor (ddclay@wowway.com); supplies list will be given at first Session. |
| Make It Count: Numeric Operations | 6-8 | Students will understand and memorize their multiplication facts/table. They will calculate short and long division. They will also distinguish and explore proper, improper and mixed fractions. Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | 3-ring binder (1" to 1 1/2"), clipboard, pencil w/ eraser, scissors, colored pencils |
| Marine Biology Lab | 9-12 | PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1. This is the required companion class for the Marine Biology (Self Pay) course. Through labs, we will dive in deep and discover the patterns of ocean circulation, plate tectonics and the geology of the seafloor, as well as the chemical and physical properties of the ocean. We will study the plants and animals in the marine environment that make this water world so spectacular. Weekly assignments posted online. This class REQUIRES a substantial time commitment from students to complete the weekly homework as assigned. | See Lecture Companion Class; binder or notebook, highlighters |
| Marine Biology Lecture (Self Pay) | 9-12 | PREREQUISITE: Biology 1. Dive into exploring marine biology and discover the living waters all around us. Journey to the farthest depths of the ocean to explore life that exists in the most unlikely places. Learn how the ocean ecology is essential to our existence. There is a required Marine Biology Lab portion to this class as well. This class REQUIRES a substantial time commitment from students to complete the weekly homework as assigned. Weekly assignments posted online. | Text Required: Apologia Marine Biology 2nd Edition Student Textbook Only (ISBN 978-1-940110-95-0); OPTIONAL: Apologia Marine Biology 2nd Edition Student NOTEBOOK (978-1-940110-98-1); binder or notebook, highlighters |
| Middle School Math | 6-8 | This is a curriculum-based class that will follow RightStart Math Level F. Purchase of the set is required for the 2-semester class. Level F lessons continue with multiplication and division of fractions and decimals. Percentages, exponents, factoring are included, along with multiplication and division facts. Long division, coordinate systems, graphing, negative numbers, and exponents will be taught along with probability. Geometry and measurement, as well as multi-step problem solving and an introduction to dimensional analysis are included. Daily card games are included in the lessons. Review lessons are included for students new to the RightStart™ Mathematics program. Please use this link for the Right Start Placement Test. Weekly assignments posted online. | RightStart Math Level F and Math Card Games Kit |
| Middle School Spanish | 6-8 | Hola! This 2-semester class is taught by a Spanish speaker who provides lessons in the Spanish language as well as cultural learning using a variety of intriguing methods. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | AVALOS-- Spanish Middle/High School Carson Dellosa ISBN 9781568221984 & binder with paper or notebook. SMITH-- Spanish is Fun: Lively Lessons for Beginners, Book 1, Third Edition; ISBN-10: 1-56765-464-9 |
| Music Time | 1-3 | Who loves music? YOU! In this class, we will tap our toes as we tune in to different styles of music. There will scale our way through class time with singing, reading music, learning about playing instruments, writing about music and more! This class will involve listening, observing, and discussing the differences in music styles. They will do art projects related music as well as play some musical instruments and games. All of this and more will be part of this interactive class. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Music Time | 3-5 | Who loves music? YOU! In this class, we will tap our toes as we tune in to different styles of music. There will scale our way through class time with singing, reading music, learning about playing instruments, writing about music and more! This class will involve listening, observing, and discussing the differences in music styles. They will do art projects related music as well as play some musical instruments and games. All of this and more will be part of this interactive class. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Mystery Science | 1-5 | This class will cover a wide assortment of science topics and answer questions young learners often ask. Why is the sky blue? How deep is the ocean? What is a black hole? And more. Students will discover a different topic each week. Each lesson will include something for the student to discover to get an "Aha!” experience, making them excited about learning and exploring. Students will enjoy powerful science activities which will encourage curiosity and build on scientific thinking skills. This year-long class will include all categories of science, even chemistry. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Nature Art | 1-3 | The artist Matisse once said, "An artist must possess Nature." There are very few things that can inspire artistic brilliance quite like nature does. In this art class, we will examine the relationship between art and nature. We will learn about famous masterpieces that used nature as its subject. We will enjoy filling blank pages/canvases with colorful works of art. The natural world has mesmerized and provided inspiration for some of the most renowned works of art the world has ever seen; let it do the same for you. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned. | Please bring an old t-shirt or button down shirt with your name in sharpie to protect your clothes while creating! $15 Material Fee |
| Nutrition & Human Body | 1-3 | Students will FEEL excited when they HEAR interesting scientific facts about eating good foods so that their bodies can grow strong healthy bones and muscles. We will SEE their charted growth from the start of the semester to its end. We will explore the five senses, dental health, nutrition, and some of the body’s major systems. We get a TASTE of healthy movement as we SMELL the success of completing kid-friendly exercises. This class is designed around interactive games and activities to engage young learners. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Operations, Factoring, and Area | 3-5 | Here is a great way to brush up on your math skills. We will have FUN while learning math. Books, board games, small group activities, manipulatives, and more will be used to help students learn important math skills. This class is ACTIVE! Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | |
| Operations, Measuring, and Time | 1-3 | Here is a great way to brush up on your math skills. We will have FUN while learning math. Books, board games, small group activities, manipulatives, and more will be used to help students learn important math skills. This class is ACTIVE! Weekly assignments posted online. Homework may be assigned. | |
| People, Places & Cultures | 6-8 | Make the world as familiar to you as your own community and neighborhood. This class is designed to teach students where significant people, places, and cultures are found and also discover the journey of their historical development. We will explore the physical properties and conditions of Earth as well as the effect on all of life that is dependent on it. Be a part of this examination of how geography can have an impact on water and food supplies that sustain civilization. UE, MS, HS: Includes home study (homework) and assessments. ALL: Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| People, Places & Cultures | 9-12 | WALKER: Students will study world geography and the continents of the world. During class students will work with maps and globes, and learn to coordinate locations on a grid. Students will also study landforms and learn about the different types of maps. The class will study the continents of: South America, Asia, Africa, The Middle East, Australia, Antarctica, Europe, Canada, and the United States. The course will focus on geographical features, the economies, people, and religions of the countries. There will be weekly homework and additional writing assignments during the semester MOON: Make the world as familiar to you as your own community and neighborhood. This class is designed to teach students where significant people, places, and cultures are found and also discover the journey of their historical development. We will explore the physical properties and conditions of Earth as well as the effect on all of life that is dependent on it. Be a part of this examination of how geography can have an impact on water and food supplies that sustain civilization. UE, MS, HS: Includes home study (homework) and assessments. ALL: Weekly assignments posted online. | WALKER-Geography III: Exploring and Mapping the World Text, Second Edition Author: Dayna Grant ISBN: 9781615385478 |
| Perfecting the Essay | 9-12 | This class will cover grammar, short reading assignments, and writing 5 paragraph essays. Students will learn how to organize their thoughts and write an effective essay. They will learn which thoughts are important and how to write a productive topic sentence along with supporting ideas. We will learn the role of adjectives, nouns, proper nouns, verbs and adverbs, as well as how conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions can expand their ideas and thoughts. Students will recognize what makes a run-on sentence and a fragment. They will understand what a subject and predicate are and how to dissect their own writing by learning how to vary their sentence patterns. We will review writing an organized paragraph and move onto 5 paragraph essays consisting of writing an outline to organize thoughts, interesting introductions with hooks and a thesis statement, clear and concise body paragraphs, and strong conclusions. We will write variations of essays like compare and contrast, persuasive, research, and creative writing. Some public speaking will also be included - all in an encouraging atmosphere! Materials will be provided by the instructor. One to three hours of homework each week. Weekly assignments posted online. | KAPUSTA: Notebook & Pencil |
| Personal Finance | 9-12 | This course will cover important money topics that build financial confidence and inspire hope in your students lives. Students will learn the skills and strategies needed to live as a financially independent adult. Students will be given exercises to apply what they have learned and to explore it in a fun way. Students will see how their lessons relate to the concepts of budgeting, healthful living, stress management, goal setting, interpersonal communication, and a variety of other soft skills. Textbooks will be ordered in advance of the class and your account will be charged (amount TBD). An understanding of basic math is needed. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | On-Campus Student: Textbooks will be ordered in advance of the class and accounts will be charged $25. Distance Learning Student: Please purchase Dave Ramsey's Foundations in Personal Finance: High School Edition for Homeschool Student Text. Click here for a direct link. |
| Physical Science Lab | 6-8 | This is the required companion class for the Physical Science Lecture course. We will cover lab topics such as measurement and units, earth, atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, weather, Newton's Laws, solar system, stars, galaxies, and more. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | See Lecture Companion Class |
| Physical Science Lecture (Self Pay) | 6-8 | This is the required companion class for the Physical Science Lab course. This course will give students an understanding of the basic world that surrounds them each day of their lives and the forces in creation, so that they can appreciate the real-world relevance of scientific inquiry and the beauty of creation. We will cover topics such as measurement and units, earth, atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, weather, Newton's Laws, solar system, stars, galaxies, and more. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd Edition Student TEXTBOOK ONLY |
| Physics Lab | 9-12 | This is the required companion class for the AP Physics Lecture (Self Pay) course. Some important labs covered in this class will be about one and two-dimensional motion, Newton’s laws and their applications in nature, Work and Energy, Electricity, Magnetism, Momentum, Periodic Motion, Waves, Optics, and more. PREREQUISITES: You must have taken and passed Algebra 2 and chemistry. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | See Lecture Companion Class; scientific calculator |
| Physics Lecture (Self Pay) | 9-12 | PREREQUISITES: You must have taken and passed Algebra 2 and chemistry. This is the lecture portion (Physics Lab portion is in a different hour) of a full, college-prep physics class, with physics being "an attempt to explain everything that is observed in nature." This class covers vector analysis, Newton's laws, work and energy, waves, magnetism, electrodynamics, and more! Assigned reading and homework will be done before class time to prepare students for lecture and discussion. Tests will be given. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | PREREQUISITE: Physical Sci Lecture Semester 1This is the required companion class for the Physical Science Lab course. This course will give students an understanding of the basic world that surrounds them each day of their lives and the forces in creation, so that they can appreciate the real-world relevance of scientific inquiry and the beauty of creation. We will cover topics such as measurement and units, earth, atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, weather, Newton's Laws, solar system, stars, galaxies, and more. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. |
| Playing with Parts of Speech | 3-5 | Understanding the types of words involved in our English language helps students become more thoughtful, creative writers. Having fun exploring the differences between nouns, verbs, adverbs, adjectives, pronouns, interjections, and conjunctions will help boost reading and writing skills. Actively exploring words will help encourage interests in our amazing (and sometimes confusing) language. There will be both reading and writing components in this class. Weekly assignments posted online. There may be meaningful at-home practice assigned. | SMITH: Workbook 1. Parts of Speech Grades 3-4 (Language Arts). Available at Amazon.com Workbook 2. Daily Language Review, Grade 4. by Evan Moor. Available at Amazon.com LANE: Parts of Speech Grades 3-4: Grades 3 & 4 (Language Arts) ISBN-13: 978-0743933391 |
| Pre-Algebra | 6-8 | This is a 2-semester course that will help students develop a strong foundation of concepts needed to excel in secondary math courses. Concepts such as adding, subtraction, multiplying, and dividing negative integers, exponents, radicals, and solving for unknowns will be covered. Practical examples will be used and will show how to translate these formulas into real-life situations. Students will be assigned homework weekly and will be given short, in-class quizzes. Tests will also be given. Textbook purchase is required. Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE: Multiplication Facts Mastery, Proficiency with Decimals, Fractions, Ratios, and Percents AND student must take and place into the Pre-Algebra level using the online placement questionnaire at http://placement.mathusee.com. Weekly homework will be assigned. Weekly online assignments is required. | To confirm placement, utilize the Placement Tool at https://sonlight.mathusee.com/. Required Text: Math U See PreAlgebra Level Up Base Set (Instruction Manual/Solutions, DVD, Student Workbook & TEST booklet); scientific calculator |
| Projects with Games | 6-12 | "It's all fun and games!" We will definitely have a great time in this class! We will play different games but we will also get our homeschool groove on by doing a research paper to learn about our own favorite games. Plan to strategically unwind your favorite game by working on research and discovery. You are given freedom to be self-inspired and driven by the interest you have in your favorite game(s). Grammar and writing skills that you have learned will be applied in this class. Creative projects such as making your own games may be part of our class activity time as well. Learning and research work will prove to be enjoyable with our topic of study as well as the weekly times we will have in class together. Internet access for research is most helpful. Weekly assignments posted online. At-home research and writing will be assigned. | PATE-Students need a class folder. Handouts will be given out for various projects. |
| Projects with Games | 6-8 | "It's all fun and games!" We will definitely have a great time in this class! We will play different games but we will also get our homeschool groove on by doing a research paper to learn about our own favorite games. Plan to strategically unwind your favorite game by working on research and discovery. You are given freedom to be self-inspired and driven by the interest you have in your favorite game(s). Grammar and writing skills that you have learned will be applied in this class. Creative projects such as making your own games may be part of our class activity time as well. Learning and research work will prove to be enjoyable with our topic of study as well as the weekly times we will have in class together. Internet access for research is most helpful. Weekly assignments posted online. At-home research and writing will be assigned. | |
| Reading Comprehension Skills | 6-8 | Students will learn strategies that will help improve comprehension in both narrative and expository texts such as activating background knowledge, questioning, analyzing text structure, visualization, and summarizing. There will be homework assigned. Weekly assignments posted online. | HOUCK: Binder & Pencils; KAPUSTA: Notebook & Pencil |
| Robotics and Engineering with NXT | 6-12 | Students will learn about the basic capabilities of robots, learn how to build simple robots using the Lego NXT kits, and program them to overcome simple challenges and learn real world application of robot technology. Students will also be exposed to more challenging building and programming tasks that can be solved in future classes. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Sherlock Holmes @221B Baker Street | 9-12 | Sherlock Holmes has been best described as a detective, a scientist, and a man with the uncanny ability of seeing the smallest of details. How did Sir Arthur Conan Doyle create a character that is still exceedingly popular today? What is it about these mysteries that grab their reader's attention? This class will read several of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries and dissect the stories using analysis essays, literary devices, character analysis. Learn how one detective took Victorian London by storm. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Snap Circuit Boards | 1-3 | This class is one of the most popular STEM-based projects we offer, with a focus on electricity. It makes learning electronics easy and fun! We will follow the colorful pictures and instructions in our manual and build exciting projects such as FM radios, digital voice recorders, AM radios, burglar alarms, doorbells, and much more! We will enjoy hours of educational fun while learning about electronics. There are no tools required. Every week the students will set and build at their own pace. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Snap Circuit Boards | 3-5 | This class is one of the most popular STEM-based projects we offer, with a focus on electricity. It makes learning electronics easy and fun! We will follow the colorful pictures and instructions in our manual and build exciting projects such as FM radios, digital voice recorders, AM radios, burglar alarms, doorbells, and much more! We will enjoy hours of educational fun while learning about electronics. There are no tools required. Every week the students will set and build at their own pace. Weekly assignments posted online. | |
| Spanish 1 | 9-12 | Hola! Spanish 1 provides an introduction to the Spanish language within the context of the contemporary Spanish–speaking world and its culture. Each student will work on attaining an acceptable degree of proficiency in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course is designed to stimulate interest in and respect for other people and cultures. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | AVALOS -- Complete Spanish Step- By- Step Mc Graw Hill ISBN 9781259643415 & binder with paper or notebook. SMITH -- Spanish is Fun: Lively Lessons for Beginners, Book 1, Third Edition; ISBN-10: 1567654649 |
| Spanish 2 | 9-12 | PREREQUISITE: Spanish 1. Hola! This 2-semester class is taught by a Spanish speaker who provides advanced lessons in the Spanish language as well as a look into a myriad of Spanish-speaking cultures. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | AVALOS -- Complete Spanish Step- By- Step Mc Graw Hill ISBN 9781259643415 & binder with paper or notebook. SMITH -- Spanish is Fun: Lively Lessons for Beginners, Book 1, Third Edition; ISBN-10: 1567654649 |
| Stop Motion Animation | 6-12 | Stop Motion is an animated filmmaking technique in which objects are physically manipulated in small increments between individually photographed frames so that they will appear to exhibit independent motion or change when the series of frames is played back. Come and learn how to make it work! Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly assignments may be assigned. | |
| Stories Across the Globe | 6-8 | From far away countries, to the United States of America, from biographies to fairy tales, join us as we explore the fascinating world of literature. In this class, students will read from award-winning authors and also learn writing skills. The students will learn about the different parts of a story, how to analyze literature, develop a character and plan a story map. Students will be required to bring a pen/pencil and paper to class, take notes, take part in class discussions, read assigned books and write papers. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Storytime Crafts | 1-3 | Libraries have the best collection of awesome, fun, and inspiring books and your teacher cannot wait to share some of them in the classroom! In this class, we will read stories together and then make fun and easy projects based on some of our favorite characters and settings. We may even be introduced to or discover a newly-found favorite along the way! This is a really fun class, so you will want to be sure to sign up! Weekly assignments posted online. | SMITH-Books Required (2). "The Big Book of Reading Comprehension Activities-Grade 2" Author: Hannah Braun, MEd. ISBN :978-1-64152-295-3. Available at Amazon.com Also-"Storytime Crafts" by Kathryn Totten. |
| Storytime Crafts | 3-5 | Libraries have the best collection of awesome, fun, and inspiring books and your teacher cannot wait to share some of them in the classroom! In this class, we will read stories together and then make fun and easy projects based on some of our favorite characters and settings. We may even be introduced to or discover a newly-found favorite along the way! This is a really fun class, so you will want to be sure to sign up! Weekly assignments posted online. | SMITH-Books Required (2). "The Big Book of Reading Comprehension Activities- Grade 4" by Susan B. Katz. ISBN: 978-1-64876-330-4 Available at Amazon.com Also the book: "Storytime Crafts" by Kathryn Totten. Available at amazon.com. These books will replace any materials fee. |
| Strategy and Logic Through Games | 6-12 | We will be studying strategy games and the types of logic used in them. A strategy game is one where players' choices shape the gaming process and the outcome. They require tactical thinking and strong decision-making skills. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| Strategy and Logic Through Games | 9-12 | We will be studying strategy games and the types of logic used in them. A strategy game is one where players' choices shape the gaming process and the outcome. They require tactical thinking and strong decision-making skills. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
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| Study Skills for Students | 6-12 | This class will use a variety of approaches to assist students in learning, understanding, and reinforcing concepts so that they will be aligned for success in their educational journeys. Strategies will be introduced and experienced through assignments, games and activities, as well as real-life scenarios. Everything done in this class will help students become more efficient learners and producers. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Technology and Engineering | 6-12 | This class prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers engaged in a wide variety of projects. Includes instruction in various engineering support functions for research, production, and operations, and applications to specific engineering specialties. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Technology and Engineering | 9-12 | This class prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers engaged in a wide variety of projects. Includes instruction in various engineering support functions for research, production, and operations, and applications to specific engineering specialties. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | |
| Tennis Skills | 1-3 | Students will improve their fitness in this introductory course teaching the fundamental skills of tennis. Focus includes: basic strokes; strategy; rules; scoring; etiquette; practice drills; singles and doubles play. The more experienced students will receive instruction on use of spin; court positioning; footwork; and advanced strategies. Weekly online assignments required | Each student must supply their own racket. The correct sizes are typically: 6-8 yr olds, 23 inch racquets 9-10 yr 25 inch racquets and 11 and up full length racquets. If left in packaging, the teacher can assess the correct size on the first day, so racquets can be exchanged if neccesary. |
| Tennis Skills | 3-5 | Students will improve their fitness in this introductory course teaching the fundamental skills of tennis. Focus includes: basic strokes; strategy; rules; scoring; etiquette; practice drills; singles and doubles play. The more experienced students will receive instruction on use of spin; court positioning; footwork; and advanced strategies. Weekly online assignments required | Each student must supply their own racket. The correct sizes are typically: 6-8 yr olds, 23 inch racquets 9-10 yr 25 inch racquets and 11 and up full length racquets. If left in packaging, the teacher can assess the correct size on the first day, so racquets can be exchanged if neccesary. |
| The 7 Elements of Art | 3-5 | All artist need to know the basics. The 7 elements of art are Line, Shape, Color, Value, Form, Texture and Space. We will do art projects based off each element. You will need two "No. 2" pencils, 1 black Sharpie and 1 old t-shirt (with your name written on it somewhere). Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| The 7 Elements of Art | 6-8 | All artist need to know the basics. The 7 elements of art are Line, Shape, Color, Value, Form, Texture and Space. We will do art projects based off each element. You will need two "No. 2" pencils, 1 black Sharpie and 1 old t-shirt (with your name written on it somewhere). Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. | |
| The Famous Artist in You | 6-12 | Which famous artist are you most like? We will learn about historical, modern, and contemporary artists. We will implement the 7 elements of art into projects that reflect the famous artists that you admire. Please bring two "No.2" pencil, a Black sharpie and a paint shirt (old t-shirt that has your name in sharpie). Weekly online assessment required. UE, MS, HS: Weekly assignments posted online. | $10 Material Fee |
| The Famous Artist in You | 6-8 | Which famous artist are you most like? We will learn about historical, modern, and contemporary artists. We will implement the 7 elements of art into projects that reflect the famous artists that you admire. Please bring two "No.2" pencil, a Black sharpie and a paint shirt (old t-shirt that has your name in sharpie). Weekly online assessment required. UE, MS, HS: Weekly assignments posted online. | $10 Material Fee |
| The History of War | 6-8 | This course examines world History through a study of the conflicts that shaped our world. It studies the causes and nature of war through the ages with an emphasis on the modern era, from 1600 to today. It reviews the technological, tactical, clandestine, political, financial, cultural, and religious aspects of war. Weekly assignments posted online. | The History of War by Rod Moon. Available at www.fufenhaven.com/books-by-mr-moon page. Student must bring to class: Text and note taking materials. |
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| Voyage into the Middle Ages | 3-5 | Come aboard to sail through the Middle Ages for a truly fun, historical journey. This collaborative jaunt includes weekly hands-on projects using interactive notebooks to help students accurately navigate and attach meaning to the big idea of feudalism in the Middle Ages by exploring its major places, significant medieval events, key people and the interesting vocabulary of their times. Students need one composition book (like the traditional black/white kind), scissors, colored pencils/crayons/markers, pencils, pens, glue stick/pen/bottle, and a creative mind. Weekly assignments are required. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. Weekly assignments posted online. | SMITH Required Books: Medieval Projects You Can Do! by Marsha Groves and DK Knights and Castles |
| World History | 9-12 | MOON-A study of world history from 476 A.D. to 1900. Instructor presentations introduce European, American and Middle Eastern, Asian and African settings followed by discussions and student research assignments. A written historical outline provides a base from which students begin personal research directed by the instructor. The body of knowledge is so vast, an individual needs to delve into a specific area to get a firm hold of it. In the classroom, the individual findings will be put together into a cohesive whole. This shall introduce students to research skills and the best practices for collecting and presenting information. It will soak the student in all aspects of each period. Weekly assignments posted online. HOUCK: This course will focus on the earliest recorded history continuing to the Protestant Reformation. Students will explore geography, timelines, and learn about the major world events. By the end of the course, students will have an overview of "what was happening when" in the world and what life was like for the people during that time. This is a high school level research-based course where students will be required to read and answer weekly questions as well as research first-hand accounts and participate in class discussions. 1-2 hours of homework each week. | HOUCK: Materials are supplied by the teacher and a binder is required for class WALKER - The History of the Ancient World: From the Earliest Accounts to the Fall of Rome by Susan Wise Bauer. ISBN-13 : 978-0393059748. |
| World Literature & Composition | 9-12 | This course will focus on world literature and historical events. From early civilization to the modern era, students will explore writings, plot lines, and genres that come from across the globe. Major world events will be discussed and how they affected society and authors. The students will study different worlds, dystopian societies and various time periods, comparing and analyzing the literature as they go along. By the end of the class, students will have knowledge of what happened in the past that shaped our world today! Students will be required to do weekly homework including reading and writing. There will be in-class discussions, note taking, papers, a midterm and final exam. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned. | Books will be available at the library or free online. |
| Writing with Confidence | 6-8 | In this class, students will learn how to organize their thoughts and write an effective essay. They will learn which thoughts are important and how to write a productive topic sentence along with supporting ideas. We will review writing an organized paragraph and move onto 5 paragraph essays consisting of writing an outline to organize thoughts, interesting introductions with hooks and a thesis statement, clear and concise body paragraphs, and strong conclusions. We will write variations of essays like compare and contrast, persuasive, research, and creative writing. Some public speaking will also be included - all in an encouraging atmosphere! Materials will be provided by the instructor. One to three hours of homework each week. Weekly assignments posted online. |
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