All New STEM SCIENTISTS is hands-on. Students will learn new concepts every week and perform science experiments that reinforce that concept, to take home. Our classes will include Science, Chemistry, Physics & Engineering.
Requirements:
Parents need to notify the teacher through Slack if their child will be absent so an experiment can be set aside for that student to pick up the following week. Parent help in class is always appreciated.
Is spelling a mystery to you? Have no fear, this course demystifies the English language by using the time-tested Spell to Write and Read method. Students will learn to decode the English language by introducing phonics-based spelling rules which form the foundation of the English language. Did you know that approximately 84% of English words are mostly predictable, using sound-symbol correspondences and spelling patterns? This course integrates spelling, writing, and reading, all critical skills to master before advancing to writing paragraphs. Alphabet Architects incorporates four of the five senses, making it well suited for visual, auditory, vocal, and tactile learners. Games are integrated throughout to keep students interested and engaged.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
• Hear, say and write 70 basic phonograms that comprise the English language
• Apply 28 spelling rules that govern the use of phonograms in the English language
• Hear, say, write and read the 400 of 1000 most frequently used words in the English language (25 each week), analyzing each word to identify applicable spelling rules
• Produce a learning log of word lists, sentences, spelling rules and grammar basics
• Write original, complete, correctly spelled sentences
Evaluation Methods: (Instructor will give detailed feedback on elements below):
• In-class activities and participation
• Completion of Black Learning Log, which will become a reference source for future learning
• Pre- and post-evaluations to measure growth
Grades: A (Advance) D (Do over)
Requirements:
No prerequisites required.
Required Text: Black Learning Log- consumable workbook, 36 pgs. for 3rd grade and up. ($18)
Recommended Materials: 70 Basic Phonogram Cards, pencils (regular lead and red), 3-ring binder with notebook paper and a pencil pocket.
This class will provide the foundations for American citizenship, foundations and operation of the United States government, and provide students with an understanding of civic participation including the tools to research candidates and issues. Students will be encouraged to be informed voters and participants in American democracy.
This course will be divided into 2 semesters. Civics will cover a basic understanding of civic life, politics, and government with a history of government foundations and development. Economics will cover the laws of supply and demand, money, history of money, prices, the influence on the economy, and inflation/deflation. Both courses will include projects, small group activities, essays, and presentations.
Homework: 2-4 hours/week
This course will be divided into 2 semesters. Civics will cover a basic understanding of civic life, politics, and government with a history of government foundations and development. Economics will cover the laws of supply and demand, money, history of money, prices, the influence on the economy, and inflation/deflation. Both courses will include projects, small group activities, essays, and presentations.
Homework: 2-4 hours/week
A look at the American Civil War through the lens of a biblical worldview. We will briefly explore other civil wars, slavery, and the faith of popular and political figures of the era, as well as a chronological look at the lead up, the war, and the long term effects that lead directly into modern cultural war issues.
Teacher will provide course text book. During this course we will be exploring a Civil War novel which is also provided by the teacher. Students will have access to extra resources on the subject, if needed.
Requirements:
High School level course. Weekly prep reading, discussion, quizzes and short papers will all be expected from the students.
Many young students find History boring and have a hard time remembering things they learned in History class, but it is so important to know our history so why not have fun with it? In this class we will be learning about and reenacting 4 major events in American History and the details that led up to these events. The events are the American Revolutionary War, The Civil War, World War 1, & World War 2. Students will be given a part and a script and will perform each event. My goal is to help students retain their knowledge of American History and hopefully foster an interest in it as well.
This sign language class is for young kids to learn simple beginner signs like greetings, foods, and colors. Students will have fun learning the different ways they can use ASL, and memory games to memorize signs. Parents are more than welcome to sit in and learn the signs with them! Students must have hands, a face full of expression, and a heart to learn a new language. The amount of time put into practicing will depend on the student or parent.
This sign language class is for young kids to learn simple beginner signs like greetings, foods, and colors. Students will have fun learning the different ways they can use ASL, and memory games to memorize signs. Parents are more than welcome to sit in and learn the signs with them! Students must have hands, a face full of expression, and a heart to learn a new language. The amount of time put into practicing will depend on the student or parent.
Welcome to ASL Level 2! In this class, students from the Sign Language For Beginners class are invited to dive deeper into conversation and communication in sign language. Anyone with experience in sign language, or a drive to be challenged into a new language, is also welcome. This class will be immersion (which means no talking), so students are required to know how to read in order to learn the words written on the board. Parents are also welcome to sit in. Practice by students outside of class is dependent on the student and their parents.