Prerequisite: Must have been enrolled in fall term. This class is not accepting new students.
In this class we will continue to use the Math-U-See Pre-Algebra curriculum to develop a deeper understanding of concepts such as: integers, order of operations, simplifying and evaluating exponents and radicals, absolute value, place value, and more. This class is held on both Mondays and Wednesdays, and in addition, students will be expected to complete 1-2 hours of homework each week. Extra videos may be provided for additional support.
Math-U-See is a skills-based program that focuses on student mastery of a concept before progressing to the next concept. A syllabus will be provided for students and parents.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$120, Term Total = $120
Class Fee:
$120.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Pre-Algebra M/W
Ages 12yr-18yr
Trisha Fyfe
Winter/Spring 2021
Math
Schedule:
Description:
Prerequisite: Must have been enrolled in fall term. This class is not accepting new students.
In this class we will continue to use the Math-U-See Pre-Algebra curriculum to develop a deeper understanding of concepts such as: integers, order of operations, simplifying and evaluating exponents and radicals, absolute value, place value, and more. This class is held on both Mondays and Wednesdays, and in addition, students will be expected to complete 1-2 hours of homework each week. Extra videos may be provided for additional support.
Math-U-See is a skills-based program that focuses on student mastery of a concept before progressing to the next concept. A syllabus will be provided for students and parents.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$120, Term Total = $120
Class Fee:
$120.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Folk Art & Design- Teen
Ages 13yr-18yr
Sia Hoyt
Winter/Spring 2021
Arts
Schedule:
Description:
In this unique class, artists will study folk art and design. A favorite, students adore this class because it delivers fresh ideas and new appreciation of the designs around us everyday, instilling confidence of drawing freely and simply. There will be inspiration drawn from books containing simple illustrations and border designs. With help, students will build up a full, stunning portfolio including their assigned projects and personal free time work. There will be teacher demos and plenty of encouragement. Mediums used: pen & ink, colored pencils and watercolors. Level: beginning-advanced.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1.5
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$175.00
Supply Fee:
$25.00
FPHRC Worship Team
Ages 13yr-18yr
Summer St John
Winter/Spring 2021
Music
Schedule:
Description:
This class is designed for high school students to learn about what it means to be a worshiper, on and off stage. Students will be challenged, encouraged, and empowered in leadership skills through music, discipleship, and fellowship. This group will have an opportunity to serve at Firmly Planted worship nights, held at Radiant Church. Whether you're a musician, singer, techie, or just love to worship, this class has a spot for you!
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1.5
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$40, Term Total = $40
Class Fee:
$75.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
FPHRC Worship Team
Ages 13yr-18yr
Summer St John
Winter/Spring 2021
Music
Schedule:
Description:
This class is designed for high school students to learn about what it means to be a worshiper, on and off stage. Students will be challenged, encouraged, and empowered in leadership skills through music, discipleship, and fellowship. This group will have an opportunity to serve at Firmly Planted worship nights, held at Radiant Church. Whether you're a musician, singer, techie, or just love to worship, this class has a spot for you!
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1.5
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$40, Term Total = $40
Class Fee:
$75.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Physical Science
Ages 13yr-17yr
Andrew Ringnalda
Winter/Spring 2021
Science
Schedule:
Description:
PREREQUISITE - must have completed fall/winter term in order to register for this class. Not accepting new students.
This course is for students continuing their formal study of the sciences. We will be using Apologia's Physical Science, 2nd edition. Students should have taken Apologia's General Science previously, but it is not a prerequisite. As a core class, students will receive a grade based on lab participation and module test scores.
We will aim to cover one module every two weeks. Class time will focus on review of concepts from the text and lab work. The course covers basic concepts of chemistry, physics, meteorology, and astronomy.
Students will need to have access to our Google Classroom. We will not use class time for tests. Each module test will be posted on the Classroom stream after the module and appropriate labs have been completed. Instructions for tests will be provided in class.
Materials Required: Students need to bring a pen or pencil, their lab notebook, and their textbook.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$80, Term Total = $80
Class Fee:
$80.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Introduction to Scientific Research
Ages 13yr-17yr
Andrew Ringnalda
Winter/Spring 2021
Science
Schedule:
Description:
PREREQUISITE - must have completed fall/winter term in order to register for this class. Not accepting new students.
As current events demonstrate, a lack of scientific understanding can leave students at the mercies of those who use "science" as an justification to push all sorts of political, economic, and cultural agendas. Learn what science is and what it isn't; what science can do, and what it can't do.
While there are many resources available to homeschoolers for learning biology, chemistry, or physics, few courses concentrate on the methods through which scientific evidence is obtained. We will conduct various experiments showing how scientific knowledge is gained, learn the limits of science, and see how scientific knowledge is abused.
Most class meetings will consist of a brief lecture followed by a lab demonstrating key concepts. We will use the Mentos/Diet Coke reaction as the basis for our first large-scale class research project further illustrating these principles. Students will finish the year with each student completing their own project, writing a science paper, and presenting their findings.
Students will receive a grade for this class. A syllabus will be provided before the first class meeting. Familiarity with basic algebra is helpful but not required. Students need to bring their notebook (provided at the first class meeting) and a pen to each class. There will 2-3 hours of homework each week, which may increase as we approach the students' own projects later in the year. Students will need internet access to use our Google Classroom site and should be familiar with writing on a computer, sending emails and attachments, etc
Hope you can join us!
Materials Required: A blue or black ball-point pen and their lab notebook.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1.5
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$100, Term Total = $100
Class Fee:
$105.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Lego Engineering 1--Simple Machines & Mechanisms
Ages 13yr-17yr
Andrew Ringnalda
Winter/Spring 2021
Science
- Engineering
Schedule:
Description:
Lego Engineering 1 introduces students to the physics of simple machines. We will be using the Lego Education Simple Machines & Mechanisms kits along with the associated curriculum to learn about levers, inclined planes, and the more complex mechanisms derived from them.
Students should have some experience building with Lego Technic pieces. The building process for these types of Legos is different than for regular Lego pieces.
Students should also have the ability to solve simple equations.
Please contact me if you have questions at android1961@gmail.com
Materials Required: a pen or pencil
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1.5
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$80, Term Total = $80
Class Fee:
$50.00
Supply Fee:
$20.00
Portrait 201
Ages 13yr-18yr
Avonlea Allemann
Winter/Spring 2021
Arts
- Drawing
Schedule:
Description:
You already have a firm grasp of the foundations of a portrait? Want to firm up the techniques of shading and layering? This class covers what happens after...You’ll be expected to already know how to correctly draw from a reference. We’ll be honing in on details, lots of detail, and asking questions along the way. We already have the roadmap for the face, now the adventure is driving/drawing it!
*If you completed this class last semester, you may take it again and I will give you challenges that will involve speed drawing, drawing the whole portrait with the paper upside down, different methods of shading involving pointillism, etc.
You are allowed to waive the supply fee.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$60.00
Supply Fee:
$22.00
Teen Fitness -M
Ages 13yr-18yr
Devin Kvalvik
Winter/Spring 2021
Physical Fitness
Schedule:
Description:
A fun, safe and encouraging environment to learn the fundamentals of health and fitness.