This is a CORE class that meets once a week for the full year. Parents are required to attend the mandatory Core Parent Meeting immediately following Family Orientation on either August 24th at 2pm, August 24th at 6pm, September 7th at 2pm, or September 7th at 6pm.
Along with biology and physics, chemistry is one of the core sciences studied by high school students. This is a full-year course intended to help satisfy a student’s high school science credit requirements. Learning how to perform lab work successfully and safely along with learning how to communicate lab findings through lab reports is the main emphasis of this class.
This is the lab component for the full-year chemistry lecture/review offered by Mrs. Valenti. Concurrent enrollment for both courses is required.
Requirements:
one year of algebra
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 3 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Core
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$160.00
Supply Fee:
$20.00
Chess 1
Ages 6yr-8yr
Amy Azevedo
Winter/Spring 2021
Math
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 228: 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 understanding and wants to improve skills. The board, set up, pieces, and strategies will be taught along with some healthy and fair competition.
The material fee will cover your student's own 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
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$75.00
Supply Fee:
$40.00
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
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$75.00
Supply Fee:
$40.00
Chess Club
Ages 11yr-19yr+
Tom Snyder
Spring 2023
Arts
- General Art
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 218: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
Students will learn or improve their chess play. All levels of players are welcome. You just need to love chess and be willing to train yourself to become better. We will learn chess basics as well as chess strategies, and tactics. Sample games will be analyzed. We will also watch some videos from Grand Master Chess players on chess.com. An instruction time at the beginning of each class will be followed by playing time. Students will be matched with other players at the same rating. All students will be encouraged to open accounts on chess.com and play a few games to learn their rating.
Chess is a great activity to build self confidence and learn life lessons. Research has also shown that students improve their math scores after learning to play chess. Playing chess can improve your logical and sequential thinking abilities. Students will learn to be humble when God allows them to win, and benefit from valuable lessons when they lose. Students will learn valuable life lessons from chess including the importance of a positive attitude and being resourceful and creative. All students will be respectful towards each other and appreciate each other. My hope is that strong friendships will form as students strengthen their chess skills together. Traditional and Contemporary Instrumental music will be played during chess play.
Healthy snacks and beverages during play times will be encouraged. Parents will be encouraged to come to classes and participate.
Requirements:
A portable chess set will be provided for each student in this club that wants one. Students can access chess.com on their phones or laptops. Phones and/or laptops will only be allowed for chess programs like chess.com. No rowdy behavior, running, throwing things, horseplay, loud voices, or romantic physical affection in the classroom will be allowed.
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$20.00
Chess Club
Ages 8yr-19yr+
Tom Snyder
Fall 2023
Unsure
- Uncategorized
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 224: 3:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
Chess Club: Advanced is for those students who want to take their game to the next level. Here are some of the important topics we will cover:
- How to keep your pieces active and use them together for powerful attacks
- Double attacks using the queen
- Pins/ Forks/ Skewers
- Eliminating the defense
- Opening principles (the 3 golden rules - pawns in center, pieces out, king to safety)
- Mate in two
- Double attack: all other pieces
- Mating with Rook
- More Discovered Attacks
- Defending against checkmate
- Intermediate moves and much more . . .
Students in Chess Club: Advanced will be encouraged to enter the regional chess tournaments we will enter as a team. Students will also need to play at home, on the computer or with a family member, to get the most benefit from Chess Club. Our goal for the class is for every student to increase their scholastic chess rating by at least 100 points. Students will be strongly encouraged to help each other improve.
BTW FPHRC won first place in a regional tournament in May of this year. We are hungry for another win at the next competition.
Requirements:
Students need to arrive at class a few minutes early to set up their chess boards. Students need a "hungry" attitude and be enthusiastic about chess and their Christian Faith! It would be very helpful if students have a computer at home and a basic chess.com membership to review lesson videos, do challenges, work puzzles, and play the chess.com computer.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $128
Class Fee:
$120.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Chess Club Jr.
Ages 7yr-19yr+
Tom Snyder
Fall 2023
Unsure
- Uncategorized
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 224: 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
Educational research on students who play chess has clearly shown the academic and social benefits of chess. Chess Club: Juniors will help students learn the basics of chess. Students will master the fundamentals of the game and work on improving their strategic thinking. Students will be taught decision-making skills and learn multiple ways to win through guided instruction as well as having many opportunities to play. The first 20-30 minutes of each class will be instruction. For the remaining time, students will play matches with other students of equal skill. We have very highly motivated chess students, so I hope to have lively discussions and Q/A time as often as possible.
Note: Mr. Snyder will be the chess teacher again this semester. He has a college degree in Graphic Design and a Masters in Teaching.
Requirements:
We want to see a strong desire to learn and become skilled at playing chess in our chess students. A membership to chess.com or is strongly recommended. Students will be expected to memorize strategies, do chess puzzles, and play as often as possible in the time between classes. A chess folder, chess pieces, and chess board will be provided to each student. Students need to bring these supplies, a pencil, and a water bottle to every class. A small, healthy snack will be provided.
Assistants:
Possibly Oliver Bradley, Parent and Chris Wartes, Photographer.
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $128
Class Fee:
$120.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Chess Club Jr.
Ages 7yr-11yr
Tom Snyder
Spring 2023
Arts
- General Art
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 218: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
Students will learn or improve their chess play. All levels of players are welcome. You just need to love chess and be willing to train yourself to become better. We will learn chess basics as well as chess strategies, and tactics. Sample games will be analyzed. We will also watch some videos from Grand Master Chess players on chess.com. An instruction time at the beginning of each class will be followed by playing time. Students will be matched with other players at the same rating. All students will be encouraged to open accounts on chess.com and play a few games to learn their rating.
Chess is a great activity to build self confidence and learn life lessons. Research has also shown that students improve their math scores after learning to play chess. Playing chess can improve your logical and sequential thinking abilities. Students will learn to be humble when God allows them to win, and benefit from valuable lessons when they lose. Students will learn valuable life lessons from chess including the importance of a positive attitude and being resourceful and creative. All students will be respectful towards each other and appreciate each other. My hope is that strong friendships will form as students strengthen their chess skills together. Traditional and Contemporary Instrumental music will be played during chess play.
Healthy snacks and beverages during play times will be encouraged. Parents will be encouraged to come to classes and participate.
Requirements:
A portable chess set will be provided for each student in this club that wants one. Students can access chess.com on their phones or laptops. Phones and/or laptops will only be allowed for chess programs like chess.com. No rowdy behavior, running, throwing things, horseplay, loud voices, or romantic physical affection in the classroom will be allowed.
Chess is great for improving a young person’s concentration and strategic thinking. Educational research has shown that students who learn chess have improved their math abilities, and their general academic performance.
Chess Club Grades 7-12 will be a two hour session each week at FPHRC. Our goals are to learn the most effective tactics for winning chess including pawn structures, forks, skewering, discovered checks, forcing moves, end game strategies and patterns, how to help each other reach their potential as chess players and Christian young people.
Every session will include a motivational Chess “Life Lesson” as we discuss what God wants us to learn from life and playing chess.
We are thankful to God for the success of the chess program at FPHRC. We have won first place, and third place as a team at chess tournament competitions.
This will be Mr. Snyder's third semester at FPHRC. He has a college degree in Art and a Masters in Teaching from WSUV. He has been a public and private school teacher for the last 16 years. Before that he was an advertising manager, graphic designer, and computer technician. He is currently a professional artist and substitute teacher in six districts in Clark County. He enjoys Bible Study, chess, reading, swimming, and hiking. He is a widower with an adult son and daughter.
Requirements:
Students must be able to:
• Function independently in a group learning environment.
• Follow directions from Mr. Snyder, parents, and volunteers.
• Be hungry to learn and help others in the club grow in their chess skills.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $128
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Chess Club: Basic
Ages 7yr-11yr
Tom Snyder
Spring 2024
Unsure
- Uncategorized
Schedule:
Tuesday - Art Studio - 129: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
Chess is great for improving a young person’s concentration and strategic thinking. Educational research has shown that students who learn chess have improved their math abilities, and their general academic performance.
Chess Club Grades 1-3 will be a 1 hour session each week at FPHRC. This club will be shorter than our clubs for older students and include more playing time and less instruction. Our goals are for the young player to have fun and to learn the most effective tactics for winning chess including pawn structures, forks, skewering, discovered checks, forcing moves, end game strategies and patterns, how to help each other reach their potential as chess players and Christian young people.
Every session will include a motivational Chess “Life Lesson” as we discuss what God wants us to learn from life and playing chess.
We are thankful to God for the success of the chess program at FPHRC. We have won first place, and third place as a team at chess tournament competitions.
This will be Mr. Snyder's third semester at FPHRC. He has a college degree in Art and a Masters in Teaching from WSUV. He has been a public and private school teacher for the last 16 years. Before that he was an advertising manager, graphic designer, and computer technician. He is currently a professional artist and substitute teacher in six districts in Clark County. He enjoys Bible Study, chess, reading, swimming, and hiking. He is a widower with an adult son and daughter.
Requirements:
Students should know how to play chess but have a desire to improve their game. Students need to have a good attitude if they win or do not win realizing they can learn a lot from each game.
This is a class for younger students who want to learn the game of Chess. Chess is great for improving a young person’s concentration and strategic thinking. Educational research has shown that students who learn chess have improved their math abilities, and their general academic performance. Chess Club Beginner 1 will be a 1 hour session each week at FPHRC. This club will be shorter than our clubs for older students and include more playing time and less instruction. Our goals are for the young player to have fun and to learn basic strategy and tactics for winning chess.
Every session will include a motivational Chess “Life Lesson” as we discuss what God wants us to learn from life and playing chess.
We are thankful to God for the success of the chess program at FPHRC. We have won first place, and third place as a team at chess tournament competitions. This will be Mr. Snyder's third semester at FPHRC. He has a college degree in Graphic Design and a Masters in Teaching from WSUV. He has been a public and private school teacher for the last 16 years. Before that he was an advertising manager, graphic designer, and computer technician. He is currently a professional artist and substitute teacher in six districts in Clark County. He enjoys Bible Study, chess, reading, swimming, and hiking. He is a widower with an adult son and daughter.
Requirements:
To be successful in this class students need to be motivated to learn chess and have a desire to become a good chess player.