Clarkston

Location Details

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248-710-0360 ext. 1003

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River Of Life Christian Church

5482 Winell St.

Clarkston, MI 48346

Class Schedule Campus FAQ

Class Dates - Winter 2023

Jan: 9, 16, 23, 30
Feb: 6, 13, 27
Mar: 6, 13, 20, 27
Apr: 17, 24
May: 1

Mid-Winter Break: February 20 - 24
Easter Break: April 3 - 14

Schedule - Winter 2023

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Schedule Key

Class Time	Grades	Class	Classification	Status	Availability	Instructor	Orbund Name (for registration)	Department	Required Materials	Course Description	Room
Class Time	Grades	Class	Classification	Status	Availability	Instructor	Orbund Name (for registration)	Department	Required Materials	Course Description	Room	Lev#	CAMPUS	Weekday	COUNTA of Class Time
09:00 AM	1-2	Fitness is Fun!	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	FITFUN_LE _CL	Physical Education		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.	Fellowship Hall	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	1-2	Lego Creations	Elective	Full	Open to new students	McMahon, Kaylee	LEGOCR_LE _CL	Engineering	$5 Material Fee	We will create a wide variety of items such as creatures, houses, cars, seasonal/holiday themed ideas, etc, and learn more about the things we are building each week. An example would be if we created Lego animals one week and learned about a specific animal or the animal kingdom or careers that had to do with animals. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 2	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	3-5	Mixed Media Art	Elective		Open to new students	Tolwin, Rachelle	MMA_UE _CL	Fine Arts	$10 Material Fee	D.CLAY: Mixed media art refers to a visual art form that combines a variety of media in a single artwork. For example, if you draw with ink, then paint over it with watercolors, then add some highlights in colored pencil - that is mixed media. This concept has endless possibilities. This course will cover all the basics of laying out a mixed media art piece. Students will learn about common materials and how each media within an art piece works and interacts with each other. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. SPALDING: Mixed Media will encompass 3D projects, 2D projects, as well as Mixed Media art. This class will teach all the basics from every art medium; sculpting, drawing, painting, etching, macrame, printing, string art, hydro-dipping, and so much more. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room T1	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	3-5	Music Time	Elective		Open to new students	Landon, Stephanie	MUSTIME_UE _CL	Music		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.	TNT Room	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	3-5	Playing with Parts of Speech	Core		Open to new students	O'Brien, Ann Marie	PARTSPCH_UE _CL	Language Arts	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	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.	Room 7	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	6-12	Life Skills	Elective		Open to new students	Schmeckpeper, Pepper	LIFESKLS_MS/HS _CL	Life Skills	1", 3-ring binder with pockets, paper, pen, a good attitude	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.	Room T4	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	6-8	Astronomy	Core		Open to new students	Pepera, Samantha	ASTRMY_MS _CL	Science	MR. MOON: "Astronomy," 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	This class will study the structures of the solar system. Students will learn about Earth’s moon and sun, the asteroid belt, stars and galaxies. They will learn about space travel and what it takes to be an astronaut. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework will be assigned.	High School Chapel	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	9-12	Chemistry Lecture (Self Pay)	Self-Pay		Pre-req Chemistry Lecture A (Self Pay) (fall)	Moore-Stepnitz, Miranda	CHMLCB_HS _CL	Science	Text Required: Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry 3rd Edition Student Textbook Only; scientific calculator	Semester 2. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1 and Chemistry Lecture Semester 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.	Room 9	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	9-12	Intro to Graphic Design	Elective		Open to new students	Kerr, Autumn	GRDSN_HS _CL	Technology		In this class, students will learn and explore the principles of Graphic Design. This class is project based and students will complete several projects such as logo design, designing a visual advertisement, as well as line and shape projects, to name a few. We will use a few different types of software to create these projects and time will be spent learning the software as well. Projects and lesson plans are subject to change to meet the student needs and time constraints. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned.	Conference 2	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	9-12	Personal Finance	Elective		Returning students only	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	FINB_HS _CL	Math	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.	Semester 2 of 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.	Room 10	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	9-12	Writing with Confidence 1	Core		Returning students only	Houck, Lisa	WRITCON1_HS _CL	Language Arts	$15 Material Fee	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.	Room T3	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH09_ALL _CL	Study Hall			Foyer	9	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	K	Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 1	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Cazan, Sarah	KDGFUN1_EL _CL	Early Learning	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.	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.	Nursery	1	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	1-2	Art and Nature	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Tolwin, Rachelle	NATUR_LE _CL	Fine Arts	Please bring an old t-shirt or button down shirt with your name in sharpie to protect your clothes while creating! $5 Material Fee	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.	Room T1	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	1-2	Emerging Readers	Core		Open to new students	O'Brien, Ann Marie	EMREAD_LE _CL	Language Arts	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	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.	Room 7	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	1-2	Music Time	Elective		Open to new students	Landon, Stephanie	MUSTIME_LE _CL	Music		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.	TNT Room	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	3-5	Gym Games	Elective		Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	GYMGMS_UE _CL	Physical Education		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.	Fellowship Hall	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	3-5	Introduction to Coding Concepts	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	CODCON_UE _CL	Technology		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.	Room T2	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	3-5	Lego Creations	Elective	Full	Open to new students	McMahon, Kaylee	LEGOCR_UE _CL	Engineering	$5 Material Fee	We will create a wide variety of items such as creatures, houses, cars, seasonal/holiday themed ideas, etc, and learn more about the things we are building each week. An example would be if we created Lego animals one week and learned about a specific animal or the animal kingdom or careers that had to do with animals. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 2	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-12	Before and After: Appetizers & Desserts	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Schmeckpeper, Pepper	APPDST_MS/HS _CL	Life Skills	$15 class material fee	*Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated in this class. In this class the student will be preparing various appetizers and desserts such as cheese balls, brownies, or snacks to bring home for the family to enjoy. Occasionally, if meat is involved you will be asked to provide it. 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.	Kitchen	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-12	Google Workspace	Elective		Open to new students	Kerr, Autumn	GGLWK_MS/HS _CL	Technology		Google applications allow much of the same functionality as the Microsoft Suite, however this cloud-based software allows teams to collaborate on live documents together - all at no cost! Students will gain the background technology skills they need to learn and complete online assignments with this Introduction to Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Students work to earn their "Google Driver's License" as they learn and practice skills with step by step instructions. Weekly assignments posted online.	Conference 2	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-12	Physical Science Lecture (Self Pay)	Core		Pre-req Physical Science Lecture A (Self Pay) (fall)	Pepera, Samantha	PSCLLCB_MS/HS _CL	Science	Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd Edition Student TEXTBOOK ONLY	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.	High School Chapel	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-8	People, Places & Cultures	Core		Open to new students	Moon, Rod	GEOWLD_MS _CL	Social Studies		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.	Conference 1	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	9-12	Algebra 2	Core		Pre-req Alg2A (fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	ALG2B_HS _CL	Math	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	PREREQUISITE: ALG 2 Semester 1 This course will cover 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.	Room 10	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	9-12	American Literature & Composition	Core		Returning students only	Houck, Lisa	AMLIT_HS _CL	Language Arts	PATE-A Reading Packet will be issued, plus we will read through 2 novels. Please see syllabus for details. HOUCK - $10 Material Fee	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.	Room T3	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	9-12	Chemistry Lab	Core		Pre-req Chemistry Lab A (fall)	Moore-Stepnitz, Miranda	CHMLBB_HS _CL	Science	See Lecture Companion Class; binder or notebook, highlighters	PREREQUISITE: Chemistry Lab Semester 1. 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.	Room 9	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH10_ALL _CL	Study Hall			Foyer	9	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	K	Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 2	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Cazan, Sarah	KDGFUN2_EL _CL	Early Learning		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.	Nursery	1	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	1-2	Gym Games	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	GYMGMS_LE _CL	Physical Education		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.	Fellowship Hall	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	1-2	Movement & Music	Elective		Open to new students	Landon, Stephanie	MOVMUS_LE _CL	Physical Education		All people respond instinctively to music! In this interactive class, students will learn how to incorporate healthy body movements to fit different styles of music. Students will develop their listening and strengthen motor skills and sense of balance and timing. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	TNT Room	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	1-2	Storytime Crafts	Elective		Open to new students	McMahon, Kaylee	STCRFT_LE _CL	Fine Arts	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.	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.	Room 2	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	3-5	Art through Illustrated Books	Elective		Open to new students	Tolwin, Rachelle	ILLUSBOOKS_UE _CL	Fine Arts	$5 Material Fee	Students will use the 7 elements of art to explore different illustrated books and do projects based off of famous and also not-so-famous books. We will use mixed media, and many different techniques to make some fun art. Students will need a "No. 2" pencil, black Sharpie and a paint shirt with their name written in it please. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned.	Room T1	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	3-5	Elementary Engineers	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	ELEMENGN_UE _CL	Engineering	Scissors, pencil, tape, markers, glue	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.	Room T2	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	3-5	Hands on History: Age of Exploration	Core		Open to new students	O'Brien, Ann Marie	HOHEXPL_UE _CL	Social Studies		Ship ahoy!! This class offers fun activities while learning about the Age of Exploration. Students will experience the journeys of some of the world’s famous adventurers. Examples of activities will incorporate historical backgrounds, maps and timelines, arts and craft projects, and reading and connection writings. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 7	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-12	Clay Animation	Elective		Open to new students	Kerr, Autumn	CLYMTN_MS/HS _CL	Technology		Students will get to work in teams, while participating in the planning, production, and screening of their own clay animation movies. The first half of the semester will consist of movie planning, stages creation of clay characters, and production of stop motion animation images, as well as learning software. The final sessions will combine all of the planning and creative elements as students compile the movie and complete it for viewing. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned.	Conference 2	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-12	Culinary Creations: Appetizers & Snacks	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Schmeckpeper, Pepper	APPSNK_MS/HS _CL	Life Skills	$15 class material fee	*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.	Kitchen	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-12	Physical Science Lab	Core		Pre-req Physical Science Lab A (fall)	Pepera, Samantha	PSCLLBB_MS/HS _CL	Science		PREREQUISITE: Physical Science Lab Semester 1 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.	High School Chapel	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-8	Middle School Math	Core		Returning students only	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	MSMTH_MS _CL	Math	RightStart Math Level F and Math Card Games Kit	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.	Room 10	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	Biology Lecture (Self Pay)	Self-Pay		Pre-req Biology Lecture A (Self Pay) (fall)	Moore-Stepnitz, Miranda	BIOLCB_HS _CL	Science	Text Required: Apologia Biology 3rd Edition ISBN-13: 9781946506450 Textbooks will be ordered in advance of the class and accounts will be charged $58	PREREQUISITE: Biology Lecture Semester 1. 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.	Room 9	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	British Literature & Composition	Core		Returning students only	Houck, Lisa	BRITLIT_HS _CL	Language Arts	PATE-3 ring binder with pockets, pen, paper, a good attitude, please see syllabus for required reading books. HOUCK - $10 Material Fee	KAPUSTA-This course follows the development of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period. Students will read several British novels and the works of the Romantic and Victorian poets. An argumentative research paper, essays, group and individual presentations and tests will serve as assessment tools. Weekly homework will be assigned. PATE-"This course follows classic British authors with an array of writing talents. We'll examine novels, short stories, and poetry from these authors. We'll have socratic classroom discussions as we analize the writing. Students will receive study guides. Grammar principals will be reviewed through weekly on-line assessments. Various essays, group and individual presentations, and tests will serve as assessment tools. HOUCK - An introduction to literature and analysis for the beginner with a slower pace using either excerpts or a 1 book for the semester Weekly homework will be assigned. HOUCK: A $10 Class Material Fee will be added to your student's account when classes begin in Sept. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room T3	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	Intro to Our Rights & Laws	Core		Open to new students	Moon, Rod	USCONST_HS _CL	Social Studies		Understand your basic, guaranteed USA freedoms: Life, Liberty, The Pursuit of Happiness, The Common Good, Justice, Equality, Diversity, Truth, Patriotism, and Popular Sovereignty. These rights are important for understanding the foundation of our unique country. Students will learn where these freedoms originated and gain a better understanding of our country's unique rules and liberties. We will read motivating literature and/or excerpts and engage in meaningful whole-class activities. Students will explore ways they can be involved in their own piece of the "American Pie." Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned.	Conference 1	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	Spanish 1	Elective		Returning students only	Smith, Janice	SPN1_HS _CL	Foreign Language	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	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.	Room T4	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH11_ALL _CL	Study Hall			Foyer	9	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	K	Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 3	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Cazan, Sarah	KDGFUN3_EL _CL	Early Learning		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.	Nursery	1	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:00 PM	ALL	Lunch	Self-Pay		Open to new students	Supervisor, Campus	LUNCH_ALL _CL	Lunch			Fellowship Hall	9	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	1-2	Art through Illustrated Books	Elective		Open to new students	Tolwin, Rachelle	ILLUSBOOKS_LE _CL	Fine Arts	$5 Material Fee	Students will use the 7 elements of art to explore different illustrated books and do projects based off of famous and also not-so-famous books. We will use mixed media, and many different techniques to make some fun art. Students will need a "No. 2" pencil, black Sharpie and a paint shirt with their name written in it please. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned.	Room T1	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	1-2	Elementary Engineers	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	ELEMENGN_LE _CL	Engineering	Scissors, pencil, tape, markers, glue	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.	Room T2	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	1-2	Hands on History: Age of Exploration	Core		Open to new students	O'Brien, Ann Marie	HOHEXPL_LE _CL	Social Studies		Ship ahoy!! This class offers fun activities while learning about the Age of Exploration. Students will experience the journeys of some of the world’s famous adventurers. Examples of activities will incorporate historical backgrounds, maps and timelines, arts and craft projects, and reading and connection writings. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 7	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	3-5	3-D Arts and Crafts	Elective		Open to new students	Spalding, Holly	3D_UE _CL	Fine Arts	SPALDING: bold markers, water color paint tray w/ brush. $10 Material Fee	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.	TNT Room	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	3-5	Intro to Sports	Elective		Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	INTROSPRT_UE _CL	Physical Education		We are going to do fun drills to learn basic techniques for traditional sports such as Soccer, Volleyball and Basketball. We will have a healthy dose of other gym/team games that everyone loves too, such as dodgeball, capture the flag, relay races and more. Start at your own level; learn proper forms, methods, and strategies. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Fellowship Hall	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	3-5	Motor through the Mitten	Core		Open to new students	McMahon, Kaylee	MTRMTTN_UE _CL	Social Studies		Get your maps and wheels ready to explore our beautiful and unique home state! We will discover Michigan's products, people, attractions, animals, history, geography, resources, and climate. The class will integrate social studies learning with art, science, reading, crafts, and games. Along the way, we will learn some wacky and fun Michigan facts, try some yummy Michigan foods, and do some great projects and activities! Weekly assignments posted online. Some weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 2	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	3-5	Movement & Music	Elective		Open to new students	Landon, Stephanie	MOVMUS_UE _CL	Physical Education		All people respond instinctively to music! In this interactive class, students will learn how to incorporate healthy body movements to fit different styles of music. Students will develop their listening and strengthen motor skills and sense of balance and timing. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Sanctuary	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-12	The Amazing Art of Movie-Making	Elective		Open to new students	Kerr, Autumn	MOVMAK_MS/HS _CL	Technology		Are you a big "behind the scenes" fan? We will discuss the elements of a great film - both animated and live action. We will learn about storyboarding, equipment, color, costume, casting, and the combinations of which come together to create an insanely interesting visual. We will explore things such as technicolor and animation, take a peek at stop-motion production, and dabble in everything else in between. If you love movies, you will not want to miss this class! Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned.	Conference 2	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-8	Games to Build Math Skills	Core		Open to new students	Schmeckpeper, Pepper	RTSTRT_MS _CL	Math	If you want to make this class part of a full math course to complete at home, we recommend purchasing RightStart Math Level F	This course is based on the hands-on program RightStart™ Mathematics. Right Start de-emphasizes counting and focuses on visualizing quantities and providing strategies for learning the math facts. Practice during class time is provided with math card games which apply new information and create hours of fun learning math facts and concepts. This course includes multiplying and dividing fractions. Prerequisite: multiplication facts, division facts, addition and subtraction of fractions, prime numbers, simple percents, and decimals to two places. Weekly assignments posted online. This class is not a full curriculum, rather a supplement to RightStart Math Level F Parents are encouraged to purchase the curriculum for instruction at home. Please use this link for the Right Start Placement Test. https://cdn1.sonlight.com/pdfs/rightstart-placement-test.pdf https://store.rightstartmath.com/home-school-demo/elementary/new-to-rs2/	Room 8	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-8	Middle School Spanish	Elective		Returning students only	Smith, Janice	SPNMS_MS _CL	Foreign Language	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	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.	Room T4	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-8	Reading Comprehension Skills	Core		Open to new students	Houck, Lisa	RCSKLS_MS _CL	Language Arts	HOUCK: Binder & Pencils; KAPUSTA: Notebook & Pencil	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.	Room T3	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Astronomy	Elective		Open to new students	Pepera, Samantha	ASTRMY_HS _CL	Science	MR. MOON: "Astronomy," 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	This class will study the structures of the solar system. Students will learn about Earth’s moon and sun, the asteroid belt, stars and galaxies. They will learn about space travel and what it takes to be an astronaut. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework will be assigned.	High School Chapel	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Biology Lab	Core		Pre-req Biology Lab A (fall)	Moore-Stepnitz, Miranda	BIOLBB_HS _CL	Science	See Lecture Companion Class; binder or notebook, highlighters	PREREQUISITE: Biology Lab Semester 1. 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.	Room 9	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Economics	Core		Open to new students	Moon, Rod	ECON_HS _CL	Social Studies		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.	Conference 1	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Geometry	Core		Pre-req Geometry A (fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	GMTRYB_HS _CL	Math	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	PREREQUISITE: Geometry Semester 1. Semester 2 of this course 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.	Room 10	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH12_ALL _CL	Study Hall			Foyer	9	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	1-2	Crafts, Culture and Cuisine Around the World	Elective		Open to new students	McMahon, Kaylee	CCCWLD_LE _CL	Fine Arts	$15 Material Fee	Pack your bags and get ready to travel to all seven continents experiencing their art, food, and culture! Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 2	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	1-2	Earth & Space	Core		Open to new students	Cazan, Sarah	ERTHSPC_LE _CL	Science		Students will cover a variety of topics from geology to astronomy and maybe even a bit of chemistry thrown in for good measure. In-class discussions will lead to hands-on activities to reinforce concepts. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned.	Nursery	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	1-2	Languages & Cultures Around the World	Elective		Open to new students	Smith, Janice	LANGCLTR_LE _CL	Foreign Language	SMITH: "Another Trip Around the World"- Elementary by Carson-Dellosa Publishing. Available at Amazon.com	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.	Room T4	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	3-5	Amusement Park Engineering	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	AMUSPK_UE _CL	Engineering		The world of amusement park rides is a fun and captivating way to introduce students to Newton's Three Laws of Motion. Using a creative building set, we will make ferris wheels, roller coasters, and crazy marble runs. Science topics include energy, gravity, collision and more. You will not want to miss these hands-on, classroom activities where students will actually be building scientific projects themselves! Weekly assignments posted online. UE may have homework assigned.	Room T2	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	3-5	Games to Build Math Skills	Core		Open to new students	Schmeckpeper, Pepper	RTSTRT_UE _CL	Math	If you want to make this class part of a full math course to complete at home, we recommend purchasing RightStart Math Level D	This course is based on the hands-on program RightStart™ Mathematics. Right Start de-emphasizes counting and focuses on visualizing quantities and providing strategies for learning the math facts. Practice during class time is provided with math card games which apply new information and create hours of fun learning math facts and concepts. Prerequisite: Students must know their addition facts up to 18, understand place value to thousands, add two digit numbers with carrying, know subtraction facts, 4-digit subtraction with borrowing, and understand simple multiplication. This class will cover multiplication facts to 100. Weekly assignments posted online. This class is not a full curriculum, rather a supplement to RightStart Math Level D and RightStart Math Level E. Parents are encouraged to purchase the curriculum for instruction at home. Please use this link for the Right Start Placement Test. https://cdn1.sonlight.com/pdfs/rightstart-placement-test.pdf https://store.rightstartmath.com/home-school-demo/elementary/new-to-rs2/	Room 8	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	3-5	Playing the Recorder	Elective		Open to new students	Landon, Stephanie	RECRDR_UE _CL	Music	Yamaha YRS-23 Soprano Recorder, German Fingering, Natural https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014ZG676/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Y4FRDQX19AN3VXMGV9V8 It's Recorder Time https://www.amazon.com/dp/0882848143/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BFTTKM7A5QVP5QR79PZX	This recorder class is a great and fun way to introduce your child to basic music principles and basic music appreciation. Students will learn note recognition and rhythm. By the end of the year, they will be able to play several songs on a recorder. This is a great way to prepare your child for Beginning Band. The lessons will be customized to students' abilities and the size of the class. Weekly assignments posted online. Practice at home is part of the coursework as well. Purchase the required book and recorder for first class session.	Sanctuary	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-12	Drama Club	Elective		Open to new students	Spalding, Holly	DRCLB_MS/HS _CL	Fine Arts		Students will play engaging theater games, participate in instructional rehearsals, build fun sets, and create costumes for a theater production. At the end of the semester, the students will have the opportunity to do a premier 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. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	TNT Room	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-12	Intro to Sports	Elective		Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	INTROSPRT_MS/HS _CL	Physical Education		We are going to do fun drills to learn basic techniques for traditional sports such as Soccer, Volleyball and Basketball. We will have a healthy dose of other gym/team games that everyone loves too, such as dodgeball, capture the flag, relay races and more. Start at your own level; learn proper forms, methods, and strategies. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Fellowship Hall	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-12	Mixed Media Art	Elective		Open to new students	Tolwin, Rachelle	MMA_MS/HS _CL	Fine Arts	$10 Material Fee	D.CLAY: Mixed media art refers to a visual art form that combines a variety of media in a single artwork. For example, if you draw with ink, then paint over it with watercolors, then add some highlights in colored pencil - that is mixed media. This concept has endless possibilities. This course will cover all the basics of laying out a mixed media art piece. Students will learn about common materials and how each media within an art piece works and interacts with each other. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned. SPALDING: Mixed Media will encompass 3D projects, 2D projects, as well as Mixed Media art. This class will teach all the basics from every art medium; sculpting, drawing, painting, etching, macrame, printing, string art, hydro-dipping, and so much more. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room T1	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-8	Pre-Algebra	Core		Pre-req Pre-Alg A (Fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	PRALGB_MS _CL	Math	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	PREREQUISITE: Pre-Algebra Semester 1. Semester 2 of this course 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.	Room 10	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	9-12	Advanced Biology Lecture: Anatomy and Physiology	Self-Pay		Pre-req Advanced Biology Lecture: Anatomy and Physiology A (fall)	Moore-Stepnitz, Miranda	ADBIOLCB_HS _CL	Science	Text Required: Apologia The Human Body 2nd Edition Student Textbook Only	PREREQUISITE: Adv Bio Lecture Semester 1 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).	Room 9	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	9-12	American History	Core		Open to new students	Moon, Rod	AMHST_HS _CL	Social Studies	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	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.	Conference 1	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	9-12	Creative Writing	Elective		Open to new students	Houck, Lisa	CRTVWR_HS _CL	Language Arts		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.	Room T3	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH13_ALL _CL	Study Hall			Foyer	9	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	1-2	Amusement Park Engineering	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	AMUSPK_LE _CL	Engineering		The world of amusement park rides is a fun and captivating way to introduce students to Newton's Three Laws of Motion. Using a creative building set, we will make ferris wheels, roller coasters, and crazy marble runs. Science topics include energy, gravity, collision and more. You will not want to miss these hands-on, classroom activities where students will actually be building scientific projects themselves! Weekly assignments posted online. UE may have homework assigned.	Room T2	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	1-2	Games to Build Math Skills	Core		Open to new students	Schmeckpeper, Pepper	RTSTRT_LE _CL	Math	If you want to make this class part of a full math course to complete at home, we recommend purchasing RightStart Math Level B	This course is based on the hands-on program RightStart™ Mathematics. Right Start de-emphasizes counting and focuses on visualizing quantities and providing strategies for learning the math facts. Practice during class time is provided with math card games which apply new information and create hours of fun learning math facts and concepts. Prerequisite: Students must know their addition facts up to 10, for example 4+6 and 7+2. Weekly assignments posted online. This class is not a full curriculum, rather a supplement to RightStart Math Level B and RightStart Math Level C Parents are encouraged to purchase the curriculum for instruction at home. Please use this link for the Right Start Placement Test. https://cdn1.sonlight.com/pdfs/rightstart-placement-test.pdf https://store.rightstartmath.com/home-school-demo/elementary/new-to-rs2/	Room 8	2	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	1-5	Drama Club	Elective		Open to new students	Spalding, Holly	DRCLB_LE/UE _CL	Fine Arts	SPALDING: Folder for class and pencils. Homework Materials: full length mirror.	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.	TNT Room	3	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	3-5	Earth & Space	Core		Open to new students	Cazan, Sarah	ERTHSPC_UE _CL	Science		Students will cover a variety of topics from geology to astronomy and maybe even a bit of chemistry thrown in for good measure. In-class discussions will lead to hands-on activities to reinforce concepts. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned.	Nursery	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	3-5	Languages & Cultures Around the World	Elective		Open to new students	Smith, Janice	LANGCLTR_UE _CL	Foreign Language	SMITH: "Another Trip Around the World"- Elementary by Carson-Dellosa Publishing. Available at Amazon.com	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.	Room T4	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	3-5	TeamBuilders Challenges	Elective		Open to new students	McMahon, Kaylee	TEAMCHAL_UE _CL	Engineering		“Teambuilders’ Challenges” is a wonderful approach to build classroom community through group activities, while allowing students opportunities to practice and reflect on essential character skills. Using a variety of pre-made engineering bins, students will be given challenges designed to make their minds think critically, scientifically, technologically, and mathematically. Every weekly challenge will be coupled with a specific character trait. Class time will be also used for students to reflect on how they showed the character trait emphasized for that challenge. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 2	4	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	6-12	Engineering Art	Elective		Open to new students	Kerr, Autumn	ENGINART_MS/HS _CL	Engineering		It is a common thought that the right brain (creative/artistic) and left brain (technical/analytical) work independently, or that each person's abilities lean toward one or the other. This class will push the boundaries of that theory. Each class will be broken down into two parts: a lesson on an influential person/concept in engineering history and an artistic assignment to drive home the topics in a unique, creative way. This spin on education is sure to challenge your student's brain to cross boundaries. Additional homework may be assigned. Weekly assignments posted online.	Conference 2	7	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	6-8	Writing with Confidence 1	Core		Returning students only	Houck, Lisa	WRITCON1_MS _CL	Language Arts	$15 Material Fee	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.	Room T3	6	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	Advanced Biology Lab: Anatomy and Physiology	Core		Pre-req Advanced Biology Lab: Anatomy and Physiology A (fall)	Moore-Stepnitz, Miranda	ADBIOLBB_HS _CL	Science	See Lecture Companion Class; binder or notebook, highlighters	PREREQUISITE: Adv Bio Lab Semester 1 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).	Room 9	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	Algebra 1	Core		Pre-req Alg1A (fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	ALG1B_HS _CL	Math	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	PREREQUISITE: ALG 1 Semester 1. Semester 2 of this course will be 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.	Room 10	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	Amazing Arts	Elective		Open to new students	Tolwin, Rachelle	AMAZART_HS _CL	Fine Arts	$5 Material Fee	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.	Room T1	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	World History	Core		Open to new students	Moon, Rod	WLDHST_HS _CL	Social Studies	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.	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.	Conference 1	8	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH23_ALL _CL	Study Hall			Foyer	9	Clarkston	27/03/2023	1

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Do I need to enroll my child in a minimum number of classes?

Only if you are participating in a public school for tuition. Otherwise, you are free to choose any number of classes!

If you’re part of a public school district, they require a minimum. At the time of this posting, public school programs require your child to be enrolled in 3 to 5 classes for part-time students and 6 classes for full-time students (at least one must be on-campus, the others may be dual enrollment). For more information, visit here.

When would a campus cancel classes?

In the case of poor weather conditions that lead to power outages, facility issues, and/or safety issues, a campus may be canceled.

If there is an emergency or safety concern, the campus will be canceled.

If we determine that due to bad weather and/or bad road conditions we should cancel classes, we will do so. We will be listed on the school closing and news websites, you will receive an email and Remind App notification, there will be an announcement posted on the Start Page of Orbund, and the closing(s) will be posted on Facebook, and Instagram.

If the school district your campus is near is closed due only to cold weather, we may not be closed. We determine our own snow days. Schools close due to cold weather to keep children safe while waiting for the bus or walking to school. We still want to keep our families safe while traveling to and from campus so we will close if the actual air temperature during campus hours will be sustained at 12 degrees below zero or if the wind chill will be sustained at 30 below zero. If we decide to cancel classes due to inclement weather, we will notify you via email, Orbund announcement, Facebook and Instagram by 6:30 am of the day in question.

As always, your safety is our priority. If you feel that it is not safe for you to travel to campus on a day that we are open, please stay home and look for assignments and homework on Orbund, including Fast Five Feedback assessments.

In addition, at times, we may have building issues that cause us to have to cancel. We will always notify you of those via our regular correspondence, as listed above. It is always a good idea to check your email before you leave for campus just to be sure.

If you’d like to sign up for email notifications about school closings, a local news station offers these here.

Will missed days of class due to campus cancellations need to be made up?

Homeschool Connections does not make up the first missed day at each campus in each semester. Any campus that has more than one missed day will be notified via email and in our newsletter when the makeup day(s) will be scheduled.

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