Rochester (Friday)

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Fridays

248-710-0360 ext. 1001

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Rochester Church of Nazarene

1799 Walton Blvd.

Rochester Hills, MI 48309

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Class Dates - Winter 2023

Jan: 13, 20, 27
Feb: 3, 10, 17
Mar: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Apr: 21, 28
May: 5

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

Schedule - Winter 2023

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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	Anime/Figure Drawing	Elective		Open to new students	Dillon, Lily	ANIMEFIG_LE _RF	Fine Arts		Our instructor will guide you from your own personal starting point, whether you are beginning or you come with drawing experience. This class will go over how to: demonstrate Anime drawing techniques, demonstrate techniques for drawing Anime faces and hairstyles, creating expression using Anime styles, drawing correct body proportions for Anime styles, and design or re-create your own Anime character. We will also get into the differences in drawing with pencil vs colored pencil vs pen and ink. Your dream of being a pro comic book artist is closer than you think! Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned.	Room 6	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	1-2	Fitness is Fun!	Elective		Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	FITFUN_LE _RF	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.	Gym	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	1-2	Introduction to Coding Concepts	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	CODCON_LE _RF	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 13	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	3-5	Art Around the World	Elective		Open to new students	Ranelli, Angela	ARTWRLD_UE _RF	Fine Arts	$5 Material Fee	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.	Room 5	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	3-5	Before and After: Appetizers & Desserts	Self-Pay	Full	Open to new students	Krall, Deniese	APPDST_UE _RF	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	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	3-5	Read a Book, Make a Book	Core		Open to new students	Smith, Janice	RDMKBK_UE _RF	Language Arts	SMITH-Required Books (2). Scholastic Success With Reading Comprehension, Grade 4. Available at Amazon.com. Also, "Storytime Crafts". by Kathryn Totten. Available at amazon.com	In this class, famous and not-so-famous works of award-winning authors come alive through fun and exciting projects. We will read books in class to activate and sprout new ideas for students to create their own books in response. This class will also cover the parts of a book, genre (fiction, nonfiction, etc.), elements of a story, and much, much more. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 2	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	6-12	Cords, Knots, and Beads - Macrame	Elective		Open to new students	Steiner, Carla	MCRME_MS/HS _RF	Fine Arts	$10 Material Fee	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.	Back Hall	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	6-8	100% All Natural Michigan	Core		Open to new students	Malseed, DJ	NATMICH_MS _RF	Science		Get ready to explore the animal and plant life around you! We will investigate the various environments found in our area including their native creatures and plants using critical-thinking reading/reflecting, engaging observations and hands-on projects—both in class and at home. The focus for this age group will be on the most easily-found and readily-recognizable species in our area of Michigan. This class will be a “hoot” for all young Michiganders! UE, MS, HS will have homework. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 7	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	6-8	American History	Core		Open to new students	Walker, Erika	AMHST_MS _RF	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-Story of Liberty: America's Heritage Through the Civil War Author:John DeGree ISBN: 9781725981591 Story of Liberty Workbook: Student Edition, Part 1 (Fall Semester) Autor: John DeGree ISBN: 9781732073807	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.	Room 14	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	9-12	Chemistry Lecture (Self Pay)	Self-Pay		Pre-req Chemistry Lecture A (Self Pay) (fall)	Seamon, CathieJo	CHMLCB_HS _RF	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 12	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	9-12	Literary Analysis & Composition	Core		Open to new students	Kapusta, Wendy	LTANL_HS _RF	Language Arts		In this course, students analyze informational and literary texts, including short story, drama, autobiography, and poetry. Literature selections are organized thematically, exploring such topics as human nature, life stories, and science fiction. In addition, students work with basic essay structure and the concepts of expository writing to compose formal writing pieces. Spelling, vocabulary, and grammar are regular components of the class. Students also develop speaking and listening skills, as they focus on the larger themes and concepts of the course in oral presentations. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned.	Room 1	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	9-12	Personal Finance	Elective		Returning students only	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	FINB_HS _RF	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 11	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH09_ALL _RF	Study Hall			Sanctuary	9	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
09:00 AM	K	Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 1	Elective		Open to new students	Algate, Lisa	KDGFUN1_EL _RF	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.	Room 3	1	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	1-2	Art Around the World	Elective		Open to new students	Ranelli, Angela	ARTWRLD_LE _RF	Fine Arts	$5 Material Fee	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.	Room 5	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	1-2	Read a Book, Make a Book	Core		Open to new students	Smith, Janice	RDMKBK_LE _RF	Language Arts	SMITH-Books Required (2). "The Big Book of Reading Comprehension Activities- Grade 2". By Hannah Braun, MEd. ISBN: 978-1-64152-295-3. Available at Amazon.com Also -"Storytime Crafts" by Kathryn Totten. Available at amazon.com. These will replace Course Material fees.	In this class, famous and not-so-famous works of award-winning authors come alive through fun and exciting projects. We will read books in class to activate and sprout new ideas for students to create their own books in response. This class will also cover the parts of a book, genre (fiction, nonfiction, etc.), elements of a story, and much, much more. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 2	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	3-5	Anime/Figure Drawing	Elective		Open to new students	Dillon, Lily	ANIMEFIG_UE _RF	Fine Arts		Our instructor will guide you from your own personal starting point, whether you are beginning or you come with drawing experience. This class will go over how to: demonstrate Anime drawing techniques, demonstrate techniques for drawing Anime faces and hairstyles, creating expression using Anime styles, drawing correct body proportions for Anime styles, and design or re-create your own Anime character. We will also get into the differences in drawing with pencil vs colored pencil vs pen and ink. Your dream of being a pro comic book artist is closer than you think! Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Homework may be assigned.	Room 6	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	3-5	Gym Games	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	GYMGMS_UE _RF	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.	Gym	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	3-5	Introduction to Coding Concepts	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	CODCON_UE _RF	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 13	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-12	Machine Sewing	Elective		Open to new students	Steiner, Carla	SEW_MS/HS _RF	Life Skills	Sewing machine needed, or make arrangements with instructor (ddclay@wowway.com); supplies list will be given at first Session.	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.	Kitchen	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-12	Physical Science Lecture (Self Pay)	Core		Pre-req Physical Science Lecture A (Self Pay) (fall)	Malseed, DJ	PSCLLCB_MS/HS _RF	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.	Room 7	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-12	The Art Detective	Elective		Open to new students	Royer, Karly	ARTDET_MS/HS _RF	Fine Arts		We see pieces of art that fill up museums, but what do we really know about it? When was it created? Why was it created? What social, economical and cultural events influenced the art? How did art influence society? This class will focus on the historical background related to some of the world's most famous art. Students will learn to analyze art both visually and contextually. By studying art from around the globe, students will learn about different cultures and the messages these artists presented to the world. Students will be required to bring a pen/pencil to class, take notes, take part in class discussions and complete weekly homework assignments (UE, MS, HS). Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 8	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-8	Clay Animation	Elective		Open to new students	Schmittdiel, Benjamin	CLYMTN_MS _RF	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.	Room 9	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	6-8	World History	Core		Open to new students	Walker, Erika	WLDHST_MS _RF	Social Studies	Houck: Binder, pencils	This course will focus the on earliest recorded history with a continuing view of more modern times. Students will explore Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent and South America. Mythologies will be explored because they are some of the earliest and most foundational tenets of ancient civilizations. Major world events will be covered. 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 research-based course where students will be required to write Weekly paper on a particular topic and participate in class discussions. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned.	Room 14	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	9-12	American Literature & Composition	Core		Open to new students	Kapusta, Wendy	AMLIT_HS _RF	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 1	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	9-12	Chemistry Lab	Core		Pre-req Chemistry Lab A (fall)	Seamon, CathieJo	CHMLBB_HS _RF	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 12	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	9-12	Pre-Calculus	Core		Pre-req Pre-Calc A (Fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	PRECALCB_HS _RF	Math	Math-U-See PreCalculus Universal Set	PREREQUISITE: Pre-Calculus Semester 1. Semester 2 of this course will cover classic trigonometry with advanced algebra to prepare students for calculus and other upper level courses. Topics include trig ratios, trigonometric identities, laws of trigonometry, radian measure, polar equations, functions and their graphs, sequences and series, and limits. Required textbook must be purchased. Weekly assignments posted online. PREREQUISITE: Student must have taken and passed Geometry and Algebra 2 level classes or place into Pre-Calculus via the online placement questionnaire at http://placement.mathusee.com. Weekly homework will be assigned. Weekly online assignments is required.	Room 11	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	9-12	Spanish 1	Elective		Returning students only	Avalos-Cardenas, Carlos	SPN1_HS _RF	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 10	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH10_ALL _RF	Study Hall			Sanctuary	9	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
10:00 AM	K	Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 2	Elective		Open to new students	Algate, Lisa	KDGFUN2_EL _RF	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.	Room 3	1	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	1-2	Gym Games	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	GYMGMS_LE _RF	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.	Gym	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	1-2	Languages & Cultures Around the World	Elective		Open to new students	Smith, Janice	LANGCLTR_LE _RF	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 2	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	3-5	Elementary Engineers	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	ELEMENGN_UE _RF	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 13	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	3-5	Our Great States	Core		Open to new students	Krall, Deniese	STATES_UE _RF	Social Studies		Are you looking for a Great American Adventure? Come and explore the great states of our captivating country. We will focus on a different set of states each week and learn about the unique characteristics that each state has to offer. We will learn about climates, cuisines, traditions and more. We will also do fun activities and projects, including sampling foods. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 4	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	3-5	Voice & Music Appreciation	Elective		Open to new students	Ranelli, Angela	VOICE_UE _RF	Fine Arts		This beginning music class combines basic musical concepts with voice. Everyday life will be enriched with the sound of singing. We will focus on the fundamentals of breathing, vowel pronunciation, high and low voice, as well as listening skills. We will do all of this plus have fun implementing group activities to put our knowledge into practice. We will also learn a variety of diverse songs from around the globe. We will make use of the major scale and rhythm notation, giving the student a strong start in enjoying music their whole life long. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 5	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-12	Bringing Home Dessert	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Steiner, Carla	DESSERT_MS/HS _RF	Life Skills	$15 class material fee	*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.	Back Hall	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-12	Craft Hope	Elective		Open to new students	Royer, Karly	CRFTHP_MS/HS _RF	Fine Arts	$10 Material Fee	Crafting Hope is a craft class that explores different textiles and art projects with the purpose of sending finished projects to those in need, both locally and globally. Students will work on several projects, using textiles such as cloth, fleece, yarn, and paper, and packing kits for those in need. This class provides a great way to express creativity while learning the joy of serving others. Craft Hope will also provide community service hours for students. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 8	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-12	Photo Editing	Elective		Returning students only	Osis, Sue	PHOTOED_MS/HS _RF	Technology		Students will learn to use a photo editing program to enhance and edit their own digital photographs. After learning how to use a variety of the software’s tools, students will transform digital images of themselves, objects, and their environment into works of art. The philosophy of the pop art movement will be introduced. Students will create a portfolio of their fabulous photo art. We will have a final presentation of finished projects. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 9	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-12	Physical Science Lab	Core		Pre-req Physical Science Lab A (fall)	Malseed, DJ	PSCLLBB_MS/HS _RF	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.	Room 7	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	6-8	Middle School Math	Core		Returning students only	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	MSMTH_MS _RF	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 11	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	Biology Lecture (Self Pay)	Self-Pay		Pre-req Biology Lecture A (Self Pay) (fall)	Seamon, CathieJo	BIOLCB_HS _RF	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 12	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	British Literature & Composition	Core		Open to new students	Kapusta, Wendy	BRITLIT_HS _RF	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 1	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	People, Places & Cultures	Elective		Open to new students	Walker, Erika	GEOWLD_HS _RF	Social Studies	WALKER-Geography III: Exploring and Mapping the World Text, Second Edition Author: Dayna Grant ISBN: 9781615385478	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.	Room 14	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	9-12	Spanish 2	Elective		Returning students only	Avalos-Cardenas, Carlos	SPN2_HS _RF	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	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.	Room 10	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH11_ALL _RF	Study Hall			Sanctuary	9	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
11:00 AM	K	Kindergarten Fundamentals - Hr 3	Elective		Open to new students	Algate, Lisa	KDGFUN3_EL _RF	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.	Room 3	1	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:00 PM	ALL	Lunch	Self-Pay		Open to new students	Supervisor, Campus	LUNCH_ALL _RF	Lunch			Gym	9	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	1-2	Elementary Engineers	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	ELEMENGN_LE _RF	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 13	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	1-2	Our Great States	Core		Open to new students	Krall, Deniese	STATES_LE _RF	Social Studies		Are you looking for a Great American Adventure? Come and explore the great states of our captivating country. We will focus on a different set of states each week and learn about the unique characteristics that each state has to offer. We will learn about climates, cuisines, traditions and more. We will also do fun activities and projects, including sampling foods. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 4	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	1-2	Voice & Music Appreciation	Elective		Open to new students	Ranelli, Angela	VOICE_LE _RF	Fine Arts		This beginning music class combines basic musical concepts with voice. Everyday life will be enriched with the sound of singing. We will focus on the fundamentals of breathing, vowel pronunciation, high and low voice, as well as listening skills. We will do all of this plus have fun implementing group activities to put our knowledge into practice. We will also learn a variety of diverse songs from around the globe. We will make use of the major scale and rhythm notation, giving the student a strong start in enjoying music their whole life long. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 5	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	3-5	Intro to Sports	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	INTROSPRT_UE _RF	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.	Gym	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	3-5	Languages & Cultures Around the World	Elective		Open to new students	Smith, Janice	LANGCLTR_UE _RF	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 2	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	3-5	Our Great States	Core		Open to new students	Dillon, Lily	STATES_UE _RF	Social Studies		Are you looking for a Great American Adventure? Come and explore the great states of our captivating country. We will focus on a different set of states each week and learn about the unique characteristics that each state has to offer. We will learn about climates, cuisines, traditions and more. We will also do fun activities and projects, including sampling foods. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 3	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-12	Blender 3D Graphics & Animation	Elective		Returning students only	Osis, Sue	BLNDR_MS/HS _RF	Technology		The Blender Animation course is intended to offer students an introduction to the world of computer-generated 3D modeling. As an introductory course, it provides a basic understanding of the skills and techniques employed by 3-D designers in a wide range of applications. We will explore basic mesh modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, and rendering. This course should provide a good basis for further independent study in architectural, engineering, game, theatrical and character modeling. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned.	Room 9	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-8	American Literature & Composition	Core		Open to new students	Kapusta, Wendy	AMLIT_MS _RF	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 1	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-8	Games to Build Math Skills	Core		Open to new students	Schmittdiel, Benjamin	RTSTRT_MS _RF	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 6	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	6-8	Middle School Spanish	Elective		Returning students only	Avalos-Cardenas, Carlos	SPNMS_MS _RF	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 10	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Biology Lab	Core		Pre-req Biology Lab A (fall)	Seamon, CathieJo	BIOLBB_HS _RF	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 12	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Economics	Core		Open to new students	Walker, Erika	ECON_HS _RF	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.	Room 14	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Geometry	Core		Pre-req Geometry A (fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	GMTRYB_HS _RF	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 11	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	Paleontology	Elective		Open to new students	Malseed, DJ	PALEON_HS _RF	Science		Fossils, dirt, dinosaur bones and more! Uncover what being a paleontologist is all about. We will discover and use themed vocabulary words throughout the class in interesting reading and engaging writing activities. Do not forget the interactive and awe-inspiring group activities too, like a possible in-class dig or going on a webquest. This class will be taught from a Christian/Creationist Worldview. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 7	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	9-12	The Art of the Table	Elective		Open to new students	Royer, Karly	TBLART_HS _RF	Fine Arts	$5 Material Fee	This textile class will use the dining table elements, linen, porcelain, silver, flowers, and food as its medium. Each class will start with a sketch and a choice of color palette and end with some phone photography, documenting the hour's work. The students will learn how to match color with texture, layer different textiles, and create an inviting tablescape. Students will also practice calligraphy, food art, design, and explore seasonal decorating. All students will need an art journal and colored pencils for this class and will be required to complete assignments given in class. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 8	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
12:30 PM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH12_ALL _RF	Study Hall			Sanctuary	9	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	1-2	Elementary Spanish	Elective		Open to new students	Avalos-Cardenas, Carlos	SPNEL_LE _RF	Foreign Language	AVALOS: Lower Elementary: Skill Builders Carson Dellosa Publishing ISBN 9781936023356	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.	Room 10	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	1-2	History of Flight	Core		Open to new students	Malseed, DJ	FLGHT_LE _RF	Science		Come and explore 100 years of flight and rocketry history…from the Wright Brothers, to NASA's latest flight development, and beyond the horizon to private space companies. Our hands-on activities teach fascinating flight and science principles. Weekly assignments posted online. UE, MS, HS: Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 7	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	1-2	Nature Drawing	Elective		Open to new students	Dillon, Lily	DRNAT_LE _RF	Fine Arts		Learn to draw realistic flowers and/or nature and landscape scenes! Add color and pizzazz with professional art supplies: watercolor pencils, Prismacolor colored pencils, Waldorf block crayons, pen & ink, gel pens, markers, shading pencils, and more. Students will complete 5-min drawing exercises and also create a portfolio of artwork. Then students will choose their best piece to display at the Student Showcase, an event during second semester! Instruction is individualized to match each student's interests and skill level. Most work is done in class, however, MS and HS may have weekly homework assigned. See Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 3	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	3-5	Amusement Park Engineering	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	AMUSPK_UE _RF	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 13	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	3-5	Creating Clay Creatures	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Ranelli, Angela	CCC_UE _RF	Fine Arts	$10 Material Fee	Calling all clay artists! In this class we will learn to form, mold and build clay creatures using self drying clay. We'll be looking at other clay creature artists work as well as children's book illustrations to see how they created their creature works of art. We will also look at real animals as we formulate our designs. We'll use this information to draw our creature designs and then make them in clay. Use of other media, such as sticks, paint, stones, etc. will be used to add texture as we create one-of-a-kind art!	Room 5	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	3-5	Games to Build Math Skills	Core		Open to new students	Schmittdiel, Benjamin	RTSTRT_UE _RF	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 6	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-12	Green Screen Technology	Elective		Open to new students	Osis, Sue	GRNSCR_MS/HS _RF	Technology		Create your own Green Screen Movie! Students are introduced to the fundamentals of digital photography, editing techniques, and creating special effects using a green screen. ChromaKey is a technique used to combine two images together in which a color from one image is removed or made transparent, revealing another image behind it. The program used is called Movavi. This special program allows you to film video and not just static pictures. Students will be the actors and actresses. They might climb a mountain, dive in the ocean, or battle dinosaurs. They get to create a real or imaginary adventure and film all the fun. Write, direct, and edit your own filmed adventure in this class! You will work in a team to create a Greenscreen movie and more! Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 9	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-12	Yearbook	Elective		Open to new students	Royer, Karly	YRBK_MS/HS _RF	Fine Arts		This class is a lot of fun and encourages connectivity and creativity as students work collaboratively on designs for their yearbook. Students learn to work as a team to practice and master the skills necessary to create, report, produce, market, and publish “The Homeschool Connections Yearbook”. They will learn how to create page layouts (from backgrounds and fonts to images) on our web-based design program. The goal of this class will be to work as a team and individually to create a unique yearbook that the entire school population will be pleased to purchase and enjoy! Those who wish to be in this class should have strong writing skills, be very reliable, and demonstrate the ability to learn fast and work independently. Bring a device with keyboarding and internet capabilities is quite helpful. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework will be assigned.	Room 8	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-8	Intro to Sports	Elective	Full	Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	INTROSPRT_MS _RF	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.	Gym	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	6-8	Pre-Algebra	Core		Pre-req Pre-Alg A (Fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	PRALGB_MS _RF	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 11	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	9-12	American History	Core		Open to new students	Walker, Erika	AMHST_HS _RF	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.	Room 14	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	9-12	Marine Biology Lecture (Self Pay)	Self-Pay		Pre-req Marine Biology Lecture A (Self Pay) (fall)	Seamon, CathieJo	MARBIOLCB_HS _RF	Science	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.	PREREQUISITE: Marine Biology Lecture Semester 1 and Algebra 1This 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.	Room 12	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	9-12	Writing Excellent Essays	Elective	Full	Returning students only	Kapusta, Wendy	EXLTESS_HS _RF	Language Arts	HOUCK: Binder, computer & printer at home for research, pencils; KAPUSTA: Notebook & Pencil	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.	Room 1	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
01:30 PM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH13_ALL _RF	Study Hall			Sanctuary	9	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	1-2	Amusement Park Engineering	Elective		Open to new students	Caldwell, Erica	AMUSPK_LE _RF	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 13	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	1-2	Creating Clay Creatures	Elective		Open to new students	Ranelli, Angela	CCC_LE _RF	Fine Arts	$10 Material Fee	Calling all clay artists! In this class we will learn to form, mold and build clay creatures using self drying clay. We'll be looking at other clay creature artists work as well as children's book illustrations to see how they created their creature works of art. We will also look at real animals as we formulate our designs. We'll use this information to draw our creature designs and then make them in clay. Use of other media, such as sticks, paint, stones, etc. will be used to add texture as we create one-of-a-kind art!	Room 5	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	1-2	Games to Build Math Skills	Core		Open to new students	Schmittdiel, Benjamin	RTSTRT_LE _RF	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 6	2	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	3-5	Astronomy	Core		Open to new students	Malseed, DJ	ASTRMY_UE _RF	Science		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.	Room 7	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	3-5	Elementary Spanish	Elective		Open to new students	Avalos-Cardenas, Carlos	SPNEL_UE _RF	Foreign Language	AVALOS: Upper Elementary: Spanish Elementary (100 reproducible activities) by Carson Dellosa Education ISBN 9781568221977	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.	Room 10	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	3-5	Stop Motion Animation	Elective		Open to new students	Dillon, Lily	STPMTN_UE _RF	Engineering		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.	Room 3	4	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	6-12	Scratch Computer Programming and Animation	Elective		Returning students only	Osis, Sue	SCRTCH_MS/HS _RF	Technology	Notebook	SCRATCH is a programming language that lets you create your own interactive stories, animations, games, music, and art. You can share your creations with others in the online community. Scratch helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically and work collaboratively which are essential skills for life in the 21st century. Weekly assignments posted online. Weekly homework may be assigned.	Room 9	7	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	6-8	Classical Mythology in Art	Elective		Open to new students	Royer, Karly	MYTHART_MS _RF	Fine Arts	$10 Material Fee	Whether it is the canopic jars of Ancient Egypt or the constellations that we see in the sky, mythical creatures can be seen throughout art, history, literature, culture, and our daily lives. This class will focus on studying and recreating famous works of mythological art. Using different mediums and textiles, students will not only try their hand at creating art but will learn about the subject they are creating. All students will need a sketchbook for this class and will be required to complete assignments given in class. Weekly assignments posted online.	Room 8	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	6-8	Writing with Confidence	Core		Open to new students	Kapusta, Wendy	WRITCON_MS _RF	Language Arts		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 1	6	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	Algebra 1	Core		Pre-req Alg1A (fall)	Eisenbeis-Bliznik, Elizabeth	ALG1B_HS _RF	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 11	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	Gym Games	Elective		Open to new students	Nightingale, Rebecca	GYMGMS_HS _RF	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.	Gym	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	Marine Biology Lab	Core		Pre-req Marine Biology Lab A (fall)	Seamon, CathieJo	MARBIOLBB_HS _RF	Science	See Lecture Companion Class; binder or notebook, highlighters	PREREQUISITE: Marine Biology Lab Semester 1 and Algebra 1This 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.	Room 12	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	9-12	World History	Core		Open to new students	Walker, Erika	WLDHST_HS _RF	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.	Room 14	8	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1
02:30 PM	ALL	Study Hall	Self-Pay			Supervisor, Campus	SH23_ALL _RF	Study Hall			Sanctuary	9	Rochester-Fri	31/03/2023	1

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Campus FAQ

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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