Tuesday - Computer Lab - 125: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Tuesday - Science Lab - 127: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
Join us for this challenge-based engineering course in which students will apply STEM concepts to solve problems they may encounter in the real world! Students will work individually or as teams in each unit to create a solution to the unit challenge with some guidance from the teacher. Examples of challenges that have been implemented in class include the long-distance launcher, the Roman aqueduct project, the paper airplane challenge, the bridge challenge, etc. Concluding the course, students will present their favorite work on the final day of class. ***BECAUSE OF THE HANDS-ON NATURE OF THIS COURSE IT REQUIRES 1-2 PARENT ASSISTANTS. IF YOU ARE WILLING TO BE AN ASSISTANT IN THIS CLASS, YOUR STUDENT GETS A 50% DISCOUNT ON THEIR TEACHER FEES. To be an assistant in this class simply register yourself the same way you registered your child.
Requirements:
Students must have the ability to independently use a hot glue gun, follow directions, and have a willingness to learn new things. Students must also be able to keep a notebook, take notes, and understand basic step-by-step written instructions.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Specialty
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$105.00
Supply Fee:
$5.00
Elementary Composition and Grammar
Ages 7yr-12yr
Becky Pomaville
Spring 2024
Language Arts
- Writing
Schedule:
Wednesday - Classroom - 135: 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Description:
This beginning writing course (Write to Show Thyself Approved) is for students who are ready to learn how to compose fact and fiction pieces. It covers organizing and note taking to build a formal paragraph. By the end of the year students will be writing reports and stories. Grammar will be taught in context with stories. Students will learn the mechanics of writing as well. There will be required homework each week. I homeschooled 8 children as well as pursued additional teacher training. I love to see kids make progress in academics and so I present the class in a fun & engaging manner. Each child will be able to progress from their own, individual ability to higher levels. We will cover what God has to say about writing and character traits and how we should use our best efforts at improving communication skills.
Requirements:
Students taking this class are expected to be already reading and able to write a sentence. Students should also be able to understand and follow directions to participate in classroom activities, such as reading aloud, speaking when requested during the class, respectful listening, and participating in simple in-class writing. All core classes require the family to commit to completing homework. Students will need to bring a 3 ring binder to class for handouts and resources. Also required are pens in black, blue, and red ink.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Specialty
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$150.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Ballet 1 Youth (Spring)
Ages 7yr-11yr
Anne Knoedler
Spring 2023
Dance
- Ballet
Schedule:
Monday - Dance Studio A - 116: 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Description:
An introduction to ballet. We will have fun learning classical ballet including stretching, positions, barre work and technique..
Requirements:
This class will be performing in the Spring Dance Shows the week of May 15-20. We are still working on our plans for the spring show, but please reserve that week now on your calendar. Our format will most likely be similar to our last spring show, with our youngest students performing in two of the four shows. Details will be related in full at our mandatory parent meeting to be held at 7pm on Monday, February 27th. Parental attendance to this meeting is essential in order to ensure clarity of information and the success of your dancer. Each family is required to have one parent volunteer to help in some way with the show. Please read the updated class syllabus that is posted on the dance department page of this website for more general dance class information.
Assistants:
Rose
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$89, Term Total = $89
Class Fee:
$96.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Geography Jr USA
Ages 7yr-11yr
Jayri Zalozh
Fall 2023
Social Studies
- General
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 220: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This is a year long class and in this class we will be learning all about the 50 states. We will learn their shape, where they are each located on a map, their state capitals, state flower, and so much more! At the end of the semester we will have a test to see how many states the kids can point to on a map.
Requirements:
Must be able to read and write.
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$75.00
Supply Fee:
$15.00
Women's Bible Study
Ages 18yr-19yr+
Cathy Fant
Spring 2024
Theology
- Bible
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 220: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
Come join us as we gather and study God's word. The study will be announced in January. This class does not provide child care, Older children are allowed to be in the room if they have something to work on.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$0, Term Total = $0
Class Fee:
$0.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Ballet 2 Youth A (Spring)
Ages 7yr-11yr
Anne Knoedler
Spring 2023
Dance
- Ballet
Schedule:
Monday - Dance Studio A - 116: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
Continue to grow in your skill as a ballerina. We will cover more advanced movement in barre work, center, and technique.
Requirements:
Ballet 1 and teacher recommendation.
This class will be performing in the Spring Dance Shows the week of May 15-20. We are still working on our plans for the spring show, but please reserve that week now on your calendar. Our format will most likely be similar to our last spring show, with our youngest students performing in two of the four shows. Details will be related in full at our mandatory parent meeting to be held at 7pm on Monday, February 27th. Parental attendance to this meeting is essential in order to ensure clarity of information and the success of your dancer. Each family is required to have one parent volunteer to help in some way with the show. Please read the updated class syllabus that is posted on the dance department page of this website for more general dance class information.
Assistants:
Rose
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$89, Term Total = $89
Class Fee:
$96.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Kid's Club
Ages 5yr-11yr
Jayri Zalozh
Fall 2023
Early Education
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 220: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
This is a year long class. I created this class thinking about all of the events I participated in growing up in school and wanting to provide a similar experience for our homeschoolers, In this "class" every week I will have a fun activity prepared for the kids, so they can talk, play and make friends. I will provide a light and usually healthy snack. Some of the activities we have had in the past include: Show and tell, trivia day, field day, dance party, scavenger hunt, treasure hunt and so much more. Come join us! Fun is guaranteed!
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$150.00
Supply Fee:
$15.00
Fitness Foundations 1A
Ages 5yr-8yr
Kristin Krasko
Spring 2024
Physical Fitness
- General Fitness
Schedule:
Monday - Auditorium - 002: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
Ages 5-8 years old will develop understanding of a safe and effective workout in a fun and encouraging environment. Each class builds on the last class to improve agility, strength, coordination, balance, and flexibility. Join Miss Kristin, (AFAA-Aerobics, and Fitness Association of America), Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Together we will work through obstacle courses, body weight strength training, basic sports movements, interval training, and some fun self defense moves. Many new and exciting games like spiderball, sharks, sprout, pinball, and tower topple. As well as scooters relays, dodgeball, parachute play, and much more! This program is designed for each child to build confidence in their abilities, at their own level of fitness, while learning teamwork and good sportsmanship. Please be on time for our warm ups at the very beginning and have your student use the restroom before class. Bring water & athletic shoes.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$89.00
Supply Fee:
$6.00
Ballet 2 Youth B (Spring)
Ages 7yr-11yr
Chloe Hartrim-Lowe
Spring 2023
Dance
- Ballet
Schedule:
Tuesday - Dance Studio B - 118: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
In this class you will continue to grow in your skill as a ballerina. We will cover more advanced movement in barre work, center, and technique.
Requirements:
Passing Ballet 1 or audition.
This class will be performing in the Spring Dance Shows the week of May 15-20. We are still working on our plans for the spring show, but please reserve that week now on your calendar. Our format will most likely be similar to our last spring show, with our youngest students performing in two of the four shows. Details will be related in full at our mandatory parent meeting to be held at 7pm on Monday, February 27th. Parental attendance to this meeting is essential in order to ensure clarity of information and the success of your dancer. Each family is required to have one parent volunteer to help in some way with the show. Please read the updated class syllabus that is posted on the dance department page of this website for more general dance class information.
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$89, Term Total = $89
Class Fee:
$96.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Practical Psychology
Ages 13yr-19yr+
Rhys Pasimio
Fall 2023
Social Studies
Schedule:
Thursday - Classroom - 224: 3:00 pm - 4:20 pm
Description:
Practical Psychology introduces the student to basic psychological and counseling tools and concepts that are most likely to impact the student in their real, day-to-day life. Concepts covered include a brief overview of the field of psychology, and the benefits of considering the inner workings of soul, mind, emotion, and memory.
Students will be introduced to common self-reflection tools such as the Genogram, the Ecogram, the Enneagram, mindfulness and interoception, and will be given opportunity to reflect on select aspects of their personal story. A goal of these discussions is to introduce students to daily practices of pausing, reflecting, and cultivating a balance between self-awareness and self-obsession.
Further discussions will explore current major issues in the mental health field. Students will be introduced to Family Systems and Internal Family Systems, genetics and epigenetics, mirror neurons and attachment science. Other discussions will explore major diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, ADHD, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. These discussions will discuss the diagnoses from a third party perspective, exploring what a given diagnosis does and does not mean. Students will be offered exposure to brief and initial screening measures, but will be cautioned against self-diagnosis.
Students will also be offered information about the counseling industry, and information on how to access and navigate resources. For example, students will be taught the difference between pastoral and professional counsel, and within the professional world, the difference between a counselor, psychiatrist, psychologist, and social worker, and the difference between counseling and “Rehab.”
Requirements:
Students should be at least 13 years old.
Given the nature of these discussions, a certain level of maturity and prior education is assumed. Topics such as sex and pornography, drugs and alcohol, suicide and self-harm, trauma, and abuse may be periodically mentioned at relevant intervals throughout the class. Mention of these topics will be meant to equip students with language to contemplate real-world application of psychological concepts.