This will be a fun adventure into what it means to be a hero! The first book we will read is George Washington's Socks. In this adventure five kids get transported back in time to the Battle at Trenton smack in the middle of the American Revolution. The kids will meet some famous names in the founding of our country including George Washington and have to make some hard-heroic decisions. The second book we will read will be Ereth's Birthday. This book focuses on a foul tempered porcupine who may expect a little too much from his best friend and ends up an unlikely hero in the end. The third book will be Hatchet. In this book, a 13 year old boy finds himself a victim of a small plane crash in the jungle and moves through a journey of survival and healing. This class will focus on character building through discussion, writing book reports IEW style, and reading. Please purchase the following books being read in class: Hatchet by Gary Paulson, Ereth's Birthday by AVI, and George Washington's Socks by Elvira Woodruff (all available on Amazon). An hour of homework expected each week. Mondays AND Wednesdays.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$96, Term Total = $96
Class Fee:
$115.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Basic Cartooning and Storytelling
Ages 8yr-14yr
Elora Neal
Winter/Spring 2021
Arts
- Cartooning
Schedule:
Tuesday - Science Lab - 127: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
This class focuses on how to create an original character using the most effective drawing techniques. You will learn the basics of using shapes to create a person on paper as you discover your own personal cartoon art style. After drawing your character with movement and emotion, you will create a comic strip featuring your original characters. Basic Cartooning is fun for everyone, and a great learning experience as you develop the skills to draw characters in motion.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$70.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
IEW Writing - US History
Ages 14yr-18yr
Shelley Rose
Winter/Spring 2021
Language Arts
- Writing
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 224: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
This is the Advanced U.S. History-Based Writing Lessons through IEW (Institute for Excellence in Writing) Students will be writing papers, reading their papers to their peers, and reading literature and having discussions about those books. This class will also explore U.S. history, values, and include critical thinking. Students must purchase a copy of the Advanced U.S. History- Based Writing Lessons student edition. The teacher edition is optional. We will starting the class with The Last of the Mohicans. Please have the novel at the start of class. Other class novels will be introduced as we move along and must be purchased by the student.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$80, Term Total = $80
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Chess 2
Ages 9yr-11yr
Amy Azevedo
Winter/Spring 2021
Math
Schedule:
Wednesday - Preschool A - 131: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
The game of Chess is 1500 years old and remains one of the most popular strategy games of all time. It is played in many places by all ages, all over the world. If this isn’t already exciting, it is also important to note that chess improves memory skills, social skills, perspective, creativity, and critical thinking. The Basics of Chess class will emphasize all of these skills plus teach healthy competition. The class is designed for the student who is just learning chess or has a basic idea and wants to improve skills. The board, set up, pieces, and strategies will be taught along with some healthy and fair competition.
Material fees will cover student's personal chess board and book.
This class is probably not for your student if….
your student is already very good at chess
your student is extremely competitive (sometimes students get upset losing, but if this is a consistent behavior the class will not be a good fit)
your student cannot sit still through a board game
your student is extremely talkative
This is part 2 of a year-long class. New students may be accepted provided they meet with the teacher first and get approval. This will be a fun class as we work consistently through the Math U See Epsilon Fractions Book. No previous experience with fractions is required. However a solid foundation in multiplication and division is needed. I will be using the Math U See manipulatives, skip counting pages, and regular 5 minute math tests. I have 5 kids, have been homeschooling for 27 years, and teaching other students for about 15 years so I understand how different each student can be. As a teacher my goal is to help them succeed even if math is not their strongest subject. Their assignments will consist of about 20 questions a day and 1 quiz a week. I have learned how vital the parents role is in the student’s success. Consistency is definitely the key in math! Therefore, I'm looking forward to working together and getting to know you and your student!
This is a two day a week class.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$120, Term Total = $120
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Journalism: The Daily Planted
Ages 9yr-18yr
Amy Azevedo
Winter/Spring 2021
Language Arts
- Writing
Schedule:
Wednesday - Classroom - 228: 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Description:
This Spring we are bringing back the Daily Planted (FPHRC student newsletter) with some changes. This Spring the newsletter will come out once a month. The total number of kids for this the journalism crew will be ten, but each will be writing on a rotating basis. Beat sheets will be given out each month that the students will choose their articles from. The class will consist of a meeting in which the beat sheet is passed out, articles are decided on and explained.
Students will learn through practice, editing, and application. Different articles will be written such as (interviews, front page, culture pieces, columns, calendars, recipes, etc.). The point of Daily Planted is to bring FPHRC news home to the families!
This is not a traditional writing class, therefore students should be able to write a few clear paragraphs on one topic. Also, assigned work for this class will have monthly deadlines that will need to be taken seriously. Each student signed up for this course should place an example of their writing in mailbox 194- written by hand prior to class. This writing sample should explain who the student is and what some of their favorite hobbies are and why they are interested in journalism for FPHRC.
I have a wide age range for this course because I want to include all writing levels if possible. This means that the signup list and waiting list will be fluid as I work out the age of the crew
For older students this class can be listed on transcripts, as well as resumes.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$45.00
Supply Fee:
$15.00
Tap III
Ages 9yr-18yr
Anne Knoedler
Winter/Spring 2021
Dance
- Tap
Schedule:
Monday - Dance Studio A - 116: 4:30 pm - 5:20 pm
Description:
If you've had two or more years of tap instruction you are ready for Tap III! Join the beat as our steps get faster and more complex. This is a year long class and students will be asked to commit to attending for the entire year. Dancers will have the opportunity to share their dances at our Spring Show. The Spring Show is scheduled for May 21st and 22nd at 6:30 PM, with a dress rehearsal the evening before on May 20th at 6:30 PM. Students taking multiple classes (or siblings) receive half off their second class taken with the same instructor. Fees may be paid monthly or by semester. Costume fees for the Spring Show are due by March 15th. (Estimated $25 to rent.)
Tap Shoes required
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$64, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$64.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Finding Your Way Around Office Software
Ages 9yr-18yr
Bob Runnells
Winter/Spring 2021
Schedule:
Description:
The course will consist of 3 sections over one semester to cover word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software. Beginning to intermediate-level skill-building, mainly in Google Docs, Sheets, Slides. Functionality to be covered will be very similar to that available in Microsoft Office, Libre Office (open source) and other emerging products (e.g., Canva). Become familiar with the menus, learn to format text, graphics and tables for professional-looking documents. Set your own style that you can use for all your projects. Tips & Tricks to increase productivity. Get ready for college or work. Don’t get lost in the software. Helping you avoid using the Lord’s name in vain. Coursework can be as fun as students want to make it.
Prerequisites: Google/gmail/classroom personal account; Absolute beginners are OK, but a student should know their way around a keyboard.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1.5
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$40, Term Total = $40
Class Fee:
$80.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Systematic (foundational) Theology
Ages 14yr-18yr
Jeff Nading
Winter/Spring 2021
Theology
- Bible
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 224: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
An introduction to Bible doctrine. What we believe and why we believe it. An apologetics (defense) of the Bible. Who is Christ, Why do we trust the Bible, tell of the attributes of God, what is the work of the Holy Spirit, what of the things of the end. The provided text, Wayne Grudem Bible doctrine, required to bring to each class.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$45.00
Supply Fee:
$30.00
Storybook Theater -Tuesday A
Ages 3yr-6yr
Alene Hochstetter
Winter/Spring 2021
Arts
Schedule:
Tuesday - Dance Studio B - 118: 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Description:
In this creative drama class, favorite children’s stories, fairytales, and folktales from around the world come to life through theatre games, creative movement, improvisation, and storyplay. Costumes, props, and music help encourage children’s imagination. Storybook Theatre is a non-performance based program that introduces children to the magic of stories, movement, and theatre. Each week a new story is presented as inspiration for creativity! In the Winter Session children will experience The Elves and the Shoemaker, Click Clack Moo-Cows that Type, Tacky the Penguin, and many more! Materials required for students to bring to class: Comfortable Clothing