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 4-6 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 signing up for Chess Club Grades 4-6 should already know how to play chess but want to take their game to the next level. Students should be able to focus on learning and playing chess for extended periods of time. We want to see a positive attitude when you win or don't win. We want you to Love God and follow His teaching for your life.
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.
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$80.00
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.
In this class students will create story booklets and make YouTube story videos. The process will include researching Christian heroes, collaboration, scripting, story boarding, hand lettering, and other illustration skills. I will guide students through the principles of graphic design, lettering, character design, how to draw believable people, landscape drawing and perspective drawing. Students will learn how to scan drawings into the computer for editing into compositions and coloration. We will use a class YouTube channel for anonymously posting student work with the goal of establishing a channel to proclaim the Gospel and the truth of God's Word through the narratives. This class is a good fit for students who desire to learn how to produce strong visual communication. Traditional drawing materials, e.g., paper and pencils will be provided.
Requirements:
Students bring NASB or ESV Bible to class. Come to class with reference material for your projects like computer printouts, library books. thumbnail sketches etc. Water bottles are recommended. Laptops and smartphones are permitted for reference and research during class.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 3 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Specialty
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $128
Class Fee:
$120.00
Supply Fee:
$20.00
Heroic Christian Sculpture
Ages 12yr-19yr+
Tom Snyder
Spring 2023
Arts
- General Art
Schedule:
Thursday - Art Studio - 129: 1:00 pm - 2:59 pm
Description:
The artistic emphasis of this class is to help students learn how to create and sculpt a believable human form in any pose. Come to class with a pencil, 3 x 5 cards (provided) and homework completed. Students are expected to be prepared for class, respectful to all people, and give their best effort. Mr. Snyder will supply printed reference material, modeling clay, sculpture tools, drawing paper, 3 x 5 cards, and armature materials.
“Then the LORD God formed man of the dust from the ground . . .” Genesis 2:7a. People are formed and created in the image of God. There is a thrill and a wonder in the way He has formed us. This class will explore ways to express the majesty and beauty of His creation.
Requirements:
teacher will provide supplies; some are shared, and some are for the student to keep. Arrangements can be made for the student to keep their sculpture for the cost of the modeling clay. Students will be given paper for sketching. Parents, please make a habit of responding to Slack messages, either with a reply in thread or an emoji. Some Scholarship funds are available. Students may do landscape work for Mr. Snyder to earn additional modeling clay and supplies. *** Supply & teacher payments are due January 9th. Families must respond to Groupzu invoices by this deadline to keep their standing in the class.
Assistants:
Parents/Grandparents/Guardians are requested to come to classes to help and/or participate.
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4, Term Total = $128
Class Fee:
$150.00
Supply Fee:
$30.00
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.
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
Division
Ages 8yr-13yr
Tom Snyder
Spring 2024
Math
- General Math
Schedule:
Monday - Classroom - 220: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 220: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
A basic military strategy is to "divide and conquer." This class is not about military strategy, but it is about giving students a very powerful weapon for good in life. This weapon is Division.
Division and being able to divide is vitally important for moving to the next level in math. We will be using the Math U See Delta (yellow) book. Although this book will focus on division, it is a well rounded curriculum covering double digit multiplication, word problems, area, perimeter, double and triple digit addition and subtraction and more.
It is absolutely critical that your student already has a strong foundation in multiplication to succeed in division. This class is a prerequisite to the next classes in the Math-U-See Curriculum.
Requirements:
Parents need to order the Math-U-See Delta Student Pack (yellow book). Students will need these workbooks starting the first day of class.
Students are expected to complete their assignments on time with a minimum of 80% correct.
Students bring their Math-U-See Student Workbook and Tests book, 3 sharpened pencils, erasers, paper, and an enthusiastic, hungry-to-learn attitude to every class.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 3 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Specialty
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $128
Class Fee:
$140.00
Supply Fee:
$2.00
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
Division
Ages 8yr-13yr
Tom Snyder
Fall 2023
Math
- General Math
Schedule:
Monday - Classroom - 220: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 220: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
A basic military strategy is to "divide and conquer." This class is not about military strategy, but it is about giving students a very powerful weapon for good in life. This weapon is Division.
Division and being able to divide is vitally important for moving to the next level in math. We will be using the Math U See Delta (yellow) book. Although this book will focus on division, it is a well rounded curriculum covering double digit multiplication, word problems, area, perimeter, double and triple digit addition and subtraction and more.
It is absolutely critical that your student already has a strong foundation in multiplication to succeed in division. This class is a prerequisite to the next classes in the Math-U-See Curriculum.
Requirements:
Parents need to order the Math-U-See Delta Student Pack (yellow book). Students will need these workbooks starting the first day of class.
Students are expected to complete their assignments on time with a minimum of 80% correct.
Students bring their Math-U-See Student Workbook and Tests book, 3 sharpened pencils, erasers, paper, and an enthusiastic, hungry-to-learn attitude to every class.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 3 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Specialty
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $128
Class Fee:
$140.00
Supply Fee:
$2.00
Beginning Spanish
Ages 7yr-9yr
Traci Madruga
Fall 2021
Language Arts
- Foreign Language
Schedule:
Thursday - Science Lab - 127: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
This class will focus on relevant, everyday vocabulary using songs, chants and games to help reinforce learning a new language. Bring pencils to class. Requires 5-10 minutes practicing flashcards daily.