Wednesday - Science Lab - 127: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
Join us as we explore the world of comic strips. We will look at the history of comics, the work of notable past cartoonists, and comics today.
Students will learn strip layout, lettering, and character design. Each student will create their own comic strip with a week’s worth of finished samples that will be showcased at the end of the class (yes, people will get to read your comic strips; there isn’t much point in doing this if you don’t let people read your work).
Concise writing is important for a good comic strip. Students will work to develop brevity in their writing, since comics are confined within tight spatial limits. A well-written comic can succeed despite mediocre artwork, but exceptional drawing skills cannot rescue a poorly-written strip.
Finally, we will look at current avenues for comic strip publication.
This class will run for one semester. Students will have homework, but the amount will vary each week.
Students will need to furnish their own pens, pencils, erasers, and drawing pads. Students should have access to a computer, since comics today are often created digitally. A number of assignments will require students to download and print pictures for writing and drawing exercises.
Communication Arts Projects (CAP) has five main purposes: 1) To challenge students to use the talents and gifts God has given them for His Glory and His purposes. 2) To help students build their knowledge and skills by producing professional quality marketing and illustration projects. Students will learn to be creative, use technology, and exercise logical thinking as they produce exciting and persuasive media. 3) To help students to recognize logical fallacies and unethical ways of thinking and persuasion. 4) To help students use logical and honest persuasion methods. 5) To encourage students to explore how to reach out to people through hands-on work. Students can apply visual design and media skills to create projects ranging from posters and booklets to websites, campaigns, promotions, and even greeting cards.
Requirements:
The software we use is available for free and hopefully students will be able to use it on their home computers. Students that are considering a career in web design or graphic design should consider purchasing a laptop computer.
In this beginning-level writing class, students will discover the joy of writing while learning to communicate clearly, creatively, and with purpose. With a focus on mastering the paragraph, they will practice crafting both factual and fictional pieces, while developing essential skills in organization and note-taking. Grammar and writing mechanics are gently integrated into each lesson through engaging stories that make learning both fun and effective. By year’s end, students will be confidently writing full reports and imaginative stories—laying a strong, Christ-honoring foundation for future academic success.
Most importantly, this class reminds students that writing is a gift from God. Together, we’ll explore what the Bible teaches about words, character, and how we can use our writing to honor Him and serve others. Each child is encouraged to progress at their own pace and to do their best as they learn to write for God’s glory.
Requirements:
Students should already be comfortable reading independently and able to write a complete sentence. To fully benefit from classroom instruction, students must also be able to follow directions, read aloud, speak when called upon, listen respectfully, and participate in simple in-class writing activities.
Each week, students will be assigned one paragraph to write at home, reinforcing the skills taught in class. Families are expected to support their child by ensuring this weekly writing assignment is completed, along with reviewing and correcting the paragraph together. Occasional worksheets may also be assigned to reinforce grammar, organization, or mechanics. Consistent family engagement is essential to student success in this course and is a core part of the learning process.
Students must bring a 3-ring binder to class for handouts and resources, including lined notebook paper. Also required are pens in black, blue, and red ink.
In this beginning-level writing class, students will discover the joy of writing while learning to communicate clearly, creatively, and with purpose. With a focus on mastering the paragraph, they will practice crafting both factual and fictional pieces, while developing essential skills in organization and note-taking. Grammar and writing mechanics are gently integrated into each lesson through engaging stories that make learning both fun and effective. By year’s end, students will be confidently writing full reports and imaginative stories—laying a strong, Christ-honoring foundation for future academic success.
Most importantly, this class reminds students that writing is a gift from God. Together, we’ll explore what the Bible teaches about words, character, and how we can use our writing to honor Him and serve others. Each child is encouraged to progress at their own pace and to do their best as they learn to write for God’s glory.
Requirements:
Students should already be comfortable reading independently and able to write a complete sentence. To fully benefit from classroom instruction, students must also be able to follow directions, read aloud, speak when called upon, listen respectfully, and participate in simple in-class writing activities.
Each week, students will be assigned one paragraph to write at home, reinforcing the skills taught in class. Families are expected to support their child by ensuring this weekly writing assignment is completed, along with reviewing and correcting the paragraph together. Occasional worksheets may also be assigned to reinforce grammar, organization, or mechanics. Consistent family engagement is essential to student success in this course and is a core part of the learning process.
Students must bring a 3-ring binder to class for handouts and resources, including lined notebook paper. Also required are pens in black, blue, and red ink.
This course continues where Level 1 ends, guiding students from solid paragraph writing into more advanced composition skills. In Level 2, students will begin crafting longer fact-based and fictional pieces, learning to structure 3–5 paragraph compositions. This process is approached one paragraph at a time to prevent overwhelm and to build confidence.
As students strengthen their paragraph structure and organizational skills, they will also be introduced to advanced “dress-ups” that enhance style and expression. Grammar, editing, and writing mechanics are gently incorporated through engaging, story-driven lessons.
The theme of this course is Character Traits. Each writing assignment focuses on a godly virtue, e.g. diligence, patience, and respect, as illustrated in Scripture, and examples from nature. Students will be reminded that writing is a gift from God, meant to be used for His glory and the good of others.
Requirements:
Students enrolling in this class should be able to take a Key Word Outline, retell the content orally, and then write a paragraph from their notes. They should also be familiar with the basic “dress-ups” (e.g., strong verbs, quality adjectives, and -ly adverbs) and know how to use them in a sentence. In addition, students should be able to write a cohesive paragraph. They must also be able to follow directions, participate respectfully in classroom activities such as reading aloud or speaking when called on, and complete simple in-class writing tasks.
Weekly homework is required. Assignments typically include writing one paragraph, revising or editing a previous paragraph, and occasionally completing additional worksheets to support grammar or mechanics instruction. Reading short stories will be included at times. Families are expected to support their students by helping ensure that homework is completed, corrected, and brought to class.
Students must bring a 3-ring binder to class for handouts and resources, including lined notebook paper. Also required are pens in black, blue, and red ink.
This course continues where Level 1 ends, guiding students from solid paragraph writing into more advanced composition skills. In Level 2, students will begin crafting longer fact-based and fictional pieces, learning to structure 3–5 paragraph compositions. This process is approached one paragraph at a time to prevent overwhelm and to build confidence.
As students strengthen their paragraph structure and organizational skills, they will also be introduced to advanced “dress-ups” that enhance style and expression. Grammar, editing, and writing mechanics are gently incorporated through engaging, story-driven lessons.
The theme of this course is Character Traits. Each writing assignment focuses on a godly virtue, e.g. diligence, patience, and respect, as illustrated in Scripture, and examples from nature. Students will be reminded that writing is a gift from God, meant to be used for His glory and the good of others.
Requirements:
Students enrolling in this class should be able to take a Key Word Outline, retell the content orally, and then write a paragraph from their notes. They should also be familiar with the basic “dress-ups” (e.g., strong verbs, quality adjectives, and -ly adverbs) and know how to use them in a sentence. In addition, students should be able to write a cohesive paragraph. They must also be able to follow directions, participate respectfully in classroom activities such as reading aloud or speaking when called on, and complete simple in-class writing tasks.
Weekly homework is required. Assignments typically include writing one paragraph, revising or editing a previous paragraph, and occasionally completing additional worksheets to support grammar or mechanics instruction. Reading short stories will be included at times. Families are expected to support their students by helping ensure that homework is completed, corrected, and brought to class.
Students must bring a 3-ring binder to class for handouts and resources, including lined notebook paper. Also required are pens in black, blue, and red ink.
Music composition lessons are, in fact, just like lessons on an instrument, but instead of weekly practice on that instrument, students are required to practice composition by *writing* music each week. Lessons focus on the craft of composition and on music theory. Both are universal to composing in all genres of music. As we lay the groundwork, I will help your student explore the particular genres they are most interested in, whether it be classical, songwriting, worship, jazz, video game music, working with a DAW, hymn-writing, pop/rock… whatever it might be! Or, if they're not sure, that's even better, because we learn much by exploration! I grew up in Vancouver, steeped in its rich musical community. I studied piano, clarinet, and jazz piano before attending Western Washington Univ. from which I received a B.A. in music, focusing on music education, but also investing much in music theory and history. I went on to study composition privately with Roger Briggs, culminating in one year of a Master’s degree in composition at the Jacobs School at Indiana University. I absolutely love my job as a teacher of music, recognizing that young, aspiring musicians growing up in households of faith look to their teachers as examples of how to be close followers of Jesus Christ. Even as we learn how to become better musicians, it is even more important to become better followers of Christ, knowing who we are in Him. I seek to model Keith Getty’s charge: “Be the best musician you can be and make sure that your faith is growing faster than your music.” $27 for 40 min. (all ages) Payment due first class of the month.
Requirements:
One year of private lessons on an instrument or voice.
Music composition lessons are, in fact, just like lessons on an instrument, but instead of weekly practice on that instrument, students are required to practice composition by *writing* music each week. Lessons focus on the craft of composition and on music theory. Both are universal to composing in all genres of music. As we lay the groundwork, I will help your student explore the particular genres they are most interested in, whether it be classical, songwriting, worship, jazz, video game music, working with a DAW, hymn-writing, pop/rock… whatever it might be! Or, if they're not sure, that's even better, because we learn much by exploration! I grew up in Vancouver, steeped in its rich musical community. I studied piano, clarinet, and jazz piano before attending Western Washington Univ. from which I received a B.A. in music, focusing on music education, but also investing much in music theory and history. I went on to study composition privately with Roger Briggs, culminating in one year of a Master’s degree in composition at the Jacobs School at Indiana University. I absolutely love my job as a teacher of music, recognizing that young, aspiring musicians growing up in households of faith look to their teachers as examples of how to be close followers of Jesus Christ. Even as we learn how to become better musicians, it is even more important to become better followers of Christ, knowing who we are in Him. I seek to model Keith Getty’s charge: “Be the best musician you can be and make sure that your faith is growing faster than your music.” $27 for 40 min. (all ages).
Requirements:
One year of private lessons on an instrument or voice.
Music composition lessons are, in fact, just like lessons on an instrument, but instead of weekly practice on that instrument, students are required to practice composition by *writing* music each week. Lessons focus on the craft of composition and on music theory. Both are universal to composing in all genres of music. As we lay the groundwork, I will help your student explore the particular genres they are most interested in, whether it be classical, songwriting, worship, jazz, video game music, working with a DAW, hymn-writing, pop/rock… whatever it might be! Or, if they're not sure, that's even better, because we learn much by exploration! I grew up in Vancouver, steeped in its rich musical community. I studied piano, clarinet, and jazz piano before attending Western Washington Univ. from which I received a B.A. in music, focusing on music education, but also investing much in music theory and history. I went on to study composition privately with Roger Briggs, culminating in one year of a Master’s degree in composition at the Jacobs School at Indiana University. I absolutely love my job as a teacher of music, recognizing that young, aspiring musicians growing up in households of faith look to their teachers as examples of how to be close followers of Jesus Christ. Even as we learn how to become better musicians, it is even more important to become better followers of Christ, knowing who we are in Him. I seek to model Keith Getty’s charge: “Be the best musician you can be and make sure that your faith is growing faster than your music.” $27 for 40 min. (all ages) Payment due first class of the month.
Requirements:
One year of private lessons on an instrument or voice.
Music composition lessons are, in fact, just like lessons on an instrument, but instead of weekly practice on that instrument, students are required to practice
composition by *writing* music each week. Lessons focus on the craft of composition and on music theory. Both are universal to composing in all genres of music. As we lay the groundwork, I will help your student explore the particular genres they are most interested in, whether it be classical, songwriting, worship, jazz, video game music, working with a DAW, hymn-writing, pop/rock… whatever it might be! Or, if they're not sure, that's even better, because we learn much by exploration!
I grew up in Vancouver, steeped in its rich musical community. I studied piano, clarinet, and jazz piano before attending Western Washington Univ. from which I received a B.A. in music, focusing on music education, but also investing much in music theory and history. I went on to study composition privately with Roger Briggs, culminating in one year of a Master’s degree in composition at the Jacobs School at Indiana University. I absolutely love my job as a teacher of music, recognizing that young, aspiring musicians growing up in households of faith look to their teachers as examples of how to be close followers of Jesus Christ. Even as we learn how to become better musicians, it is even more important to become better followers of Christ, knowing who we are in Him. I seek to model Keith Getty’s charge: “Be the best musician you can be and make sure that your faith is growing faster than your music.”
$27 for 40 min. (all ages).
Requirements:
One year of private lessons on an instrument or voice.