This is an early reading comprehension class that uses the art of storytelling as a tool to engage the learner. Children are ready for this class if they are identifying and writing letters, connecting their sounds, are ready to start blending letters to make words, and ready to learn word families. Children who are starting to read my first reading books and level 1 books are a good fit for this class. Every week we will practice a new word family and 1 - 2 new sight words through the art of storytelling. We will learn storytelling terms such as plot, setting, protagonist, antagonist, major & minor characters, and the parts of a story: beginning, middle, end. If you have a creative storyteller at home who is ready to move on from identifying letters and sounds into blending sounds, this might be a good fit! Feel free to message me on slack with any questions.
Requirements:
Children are ready for this class if they are identifying and writing letters, connecting their sounds, are ready to start blending letters to make words, and ready to learn word families.
What is truth? Why are we here? How should we live?
This course invites students into the adventure of thinking deeply about life’s biggest questions. We begin by exploring the universal questions all people face. Then, students will learn how to think clearly and critically—using tools like logic, the Socratic method, and Scripture.
As we read from great thinkers like Plato, Saint Augustine, and C.S. Lewis, students will see how reason and faith are not opposed but work together in the pursuit of truth. They’ll learn to recognize patterns of thought, ask meaningful questions, and engage in thoughtful dialogue.
As Proverbs 4:7 says, “The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.” This course is an invitation into that pursuit—an education of the mind and heart, rooted in the Truth.
The course is taught from a Christian worldview and culminates in seeing how Jesus—the Logos—brings coherence, purpose, and meaning to the deepest longings of the human mind and heart.
Requirements:
Students should be able to read and understand high school-level texts. They don’t need to be deep thinkers yet, but they should come ready to grow. This course invites them to read with care, reflect with sincerity, and wrestle with meaningful ideas. What matters most is a willing mind and heart.
Each student will need to bring their own Bible to class, as Scripture readings will not be printed. Students should also come prepared with a notebook for note-taking and something to write with. A pen will be required for occasional in-class quizzes.
As part of the supply fee, each student will receive a high-quality binder filled with printed readings, reflection worksheets, and carefully selected excerpts from classic texts. These materials are theirs to annotate, reflect on, and keep beyond the course. Students are expected to bring their binder to every class and keep it organized with the weekly materials provided.
What is truth? Why are we here? How should we live?
This course invites students into the adventure of thinking deeply about life’s biggest questions. We begin by exploring the universal questions all people face. Then, students will learn how to think clearly and critically—using tools like logic, the Socratic method, and Scripture.
As we read from great thinkers like Plato, Saint Augustine, and C.S. Lewis, students will see how reason and faith are not opposed but work together in the pursuit of truth. They’ll learn to recognize patterns of thought, ask meaningful questions, and engage in thoughtful dialogue.
As Proverbs 4:7 says, “The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.” This course is an invitation into that pursuit—an education of the mind and heart, rooted in the Truth.
The course is taught from a Christian worldview and culminates in seeing how Jesus—the Logos—brings coherence, purpose, and meaning to the deepest longings of the human mind and heart.
Requirements:
Students should be able to read and understand high school-level texts. They don’t need to be deep thinkers yet, but they should come ready to grow. This course invites them to read with care, reflect with sincerity, and wrestle with meaningful ideas. What matters most is a willing mind and heart.
Each student will need to bring their own Bible to class, as Scripture readings will not be printed. Students should also come prepared with a notebook for note-taking and something to write with. A pen will be required for occasional in-class quizzes.
As part of the supply fee, each student will receive a high-quality binder filled with printed readings, reflection worksheets, and carefully selected excerpts from classic texts. These materials are theirs to annotate, reflect on, and keep beyond the course. Students are expected to bring their binder to every class and keep it organized with the weekly materials provided.
This is a total body workout. You will build more flexibility through building muscles, breaking up scar tissues and fascia. You will increase your range of motion, have less pain, back pain reduced, plantar fasciitis gone, and so much more. It will make your life fully functional again and it is prevention for future injuries.
Requirements:
Have a desire to become healthier, more flexible, younger, disease free and enjoy amazing freedom in your life to do all you are "called" to do according to God's will!
This is a total body workout. You will build more flexibility through building muscles, breaking up scar tissues and fascia. You will increase your range of motion, have less pain, back pain reduced, plantar fasciitis gone, and so much more. It will make your life fully functional again and it is prevention for future injuries.
Requirements:
Have a desire to become healthier, more flexible, younger, disease free and enjoy amazing freedom in your life to do all you are "called" to do according to God's will!
This is a total body workout. You will build more flexibility through building muscles, breaking up scar tissues and fascia. You will increase your range of motion, have less pain, back pain reduced, plantar fasciitis gone, and so much more. It will make your life fully functional again and it is prevention for future injuries.
Requirements:
Have a desire to become healthier, more flexible, younger, disease free and enjoy amazing freedom in your life to do all you are "called" to do according to God's will!
Learn to read and write in Romanian using the "Abecedar". We will be studying each letter sound and start reading simple words and write words by sounding out each letter.
Learn to read and write in Romanian using the "Abecedar". We will be studying each letter sound and start reading simple words and write words by sounding out each letter.
It's never too early to teach our kids what is "good and worthy of praise" (Philippians 4:8) Each week will gather together to learn about things that cultivate truth, beauty, and goodness in our lives. This term we will learn: 2 hymns, 2 folk songs, 2 Bible verse, and a poem as well as study 2 artists and 2 composers. We will cover the Baroque time period in art and the book of John from the Bible. Each class time we will read a section of the Bible and discuss, sing a hymn or folk song, look at one piece of art, listen to a composer or work memorizing on our poem. At the end of the term I hope to have a time of recitation where the students can share the songs, verses, and poem learned.
Requirements:
Students should be able to listen to music or short readings without interruption and be able to take turns within a discussion. I will be sending home the word for all songs, the poem, and Bible verse home for the kids to practice.
🇷🇺 Come and Learn Elementary Russian!
In this beginner Russian class designed for high school students, we will work through an engaging, year-one Russian course that introduces students to the Cyrillic alphabet, phonetics, and foundational vocabulary and grammar. Through songs, repetition, and conversation practice, students will learn how to introduce themselves, count in Russian, and begin reading and speaking simple Russian with confidence.
Each week, we will also memorize Scripture in Russian, allowing students to not only learn the language but to hide God’s Word in their hearts in a new and meaningful way. Writing worksheets, reading practice, and speaking opportunities will help reinforce learning in a fun and structured environment.
🌍 But this class isn’t just about the language—we’ll explore the rich culture of Russia, including its history, traditions, holidays, and foods. Through cultural projects and food tasting days, students will gain a deeper understanding about the Russian people and how God is at work across the world.
My heart is that students will finish the year with a solid beginning in Russian and a greater love for God and His global Church through the study of language and culture.
Requirements:
Please bring a 3-ring binder with notebook paper and writing utensils to class each week.
Purchase of Textbook: TBD
Have access to DuoLingo for supplemental fun-filled homework assignments.