Class Descriptions 2007-2008

Class Name: 2-Year Olds Class
Lead Teacher: Valeri Nevin
Materials Needed: Pillow, blanket, and sports bottle or sippy cup with child's name on it.
Description: This class is for children who will be 18 months to 2 years old by the first day of co-op. This year we will be leaning the basic colors. We will learn about one color every week for each month. Holidays and seasons will be incorporated into the colors. To accomplish this we will read books, color pages, make crafts and play games. We will have music in the morning, quiet time after lunch (where the children watch a movie and rest) and gym time either in one of the great rooms or outside, weather permitting. Some weeks we will have what I call an "Outstanding Child of the Week." They will be responsible for bringing the snack on that day. We will have parties for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentines Day, Easter and at the end of the year. It is not necessary to purchase the usual supplies since I am asking each family to contribute $3 for this purpose. This payment will also cover a gift exchange at Christmas.



Class Name: 3-Year Olds Class
Lead Teacher: Lexi O'Conner
Materials Needed: Backpack, $4 at beginning of year to cover costs for materials and party supplies
Description: We will begin the year by exploring God's creation. We will learn through, song, dance, art, and play. The three year olds also have music, gym, and sign language each week. We will study numbers, letters, animals, shapes, nature and many other exciting things!



Class Name: 4-Year Olds Class
Lead Teacher: Connie Davidson
Materials Needed: A $4.00 supplies fee will be collected at the beginning of the year. This will cover the cost of the ABC notebook, as well as all of the crayons, markers, glue, etc. that we will use for the year. Each child will be assigned a "Star of the Day" schedule throughout the year. The child whose designated as the "Star of the day" will also need to bring snacks and drinks for the class on their special day. The following is a list of supplies that would be welcome donations: cotton balls, paper plates (we use
these a lot!), yarn, ribbon and lace, cardboard egg cartons, magazines, stickers, macaroni pasta, material and old fast food toys (to be given out as prizes for our ABC Bingo).
Description: This class is for children who will be 4 by the first day of co-op. Our class is very busy! We start off each day with circle time, where we focus on the weather, letter of the day, birthdays, days of the week, months of the year and seasons. Our Star of the Day is identified, and he or she has a share time. We state the Pledge of Allegiance. We then work on our ABC Journal, which is a weekly tactile/sensory craft that is collected in a notebook and sent home near the end of the year. Music time usually follows where the children learn fun, bible songs and focus on rhythm. The children then move into free time where we may pull out playdoh, stamps, puzzles, the parachute or various other learning activities. One of our favorite games is ABC Bingo that reinforces sights and sounds of the letters. It is highly effective and the children love to win prizes. We always have a story to quiet down and settle before lunch. After lunch, we have P.E. in the great room or gym and then we come back for a craft, science project or a story. Fourth hour will be reserved for unwinding after a long day. We usually have a snack (brought by our Star of the Day), special guests, bible stories and/or special parties. We hope to have the fire department, police officer, and Zoo come to visit. We incorporate many Language arts activities, including upper and lower case ABC's, recognition of opposites, recognizing our names, addresses, beginning writing skills, cutting skills, etc. Each week we will concentrate on a specific letter and many of the activities will center around that letter. We also focus on Math skills concentrating on numbers, sorting, telephone number recognition and simple addition/subtraction concepts. Science will touch on weather, seasons, parts of the body, senses, plants, etc.



Course title: Advanced Composition
Grade levels: 11-12
Teacher: Julie Bogart
Class size maximum: 15
Curriculum used: My own/Allyn & Bacon Guide to Writing
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester:
Description of course: Students will learn to write a long essay (6-8 typed pages), both open and closed form expository essays, timed essays (SAT/ACT prep), and autobiographical narratives. We'll also do exercise work in rhetorical thinking and argument. Also students will have an opportunity to write college application essays.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Beginning Comp. or classes with Julie Bogart online.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Possible book between $5-20.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: $35.00
Time required outside of class for homework:
Time required outside of class for practices/performance:
Parent involvement required: Discussion at home and support in revision stage.
Will grade be assigned: yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: yes
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: yes
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



COURSE TITLE: Advanced Drawing -FACES, HANDS & FEET - DRAWING WHAT YOU SEE PART II
Grade levels: 9-12
Teachers: Jenny Veeneman
Class size maximum: 12
Length of course: one year
Are new students accepted second semester: Yes, with teacher permission.
Description of course: Students will participate in a variety of drawing exercises to increase their awareness of what they see and how to present it on a flat surface. Projects will enable the students to develop interesting compositions using the human form in relation to its surroundings. Studies will include the use of contour lines, value, form, color, negative space, and creation of depth. Various materials will be experimented with: soft and hard pencils, pastels, charcoal, colored pencils, collage, graphite and different kinds of papers. Individual creativity is emphasized. A formal gallery exhibit & reception is likely.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Some previous drawing experience
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Additional $35.00 student fee
Time required outside of class for homework: Student may prefer to set aside time outside of class to complete projects.
Will grade and credit be assigned: At student request only.
Number of high school credit hours: 1/2 credit, if student works on projects outside of class time and additional individual projects are completed.



Course title: Advanced Mathematics
Grade levels: 11-12
Teacher: Mary Pritchard
Class size maximum: 15
Curriculum used: Houghton-Mifflin (McDougal Littell)
Length of course: 1 ½ hours twice a week
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester: No (there are always special circumstances, but generally no)
Description of course: Advanced Mathematics includes comprehensive coverage of precalculus topics as well as in-depth coverage of discrete mathematics and data analysis
An emphasis on key areas of mathematics, such as trigonometry and discrete mathematics, provides a solid introduction to calculus.
My intent is to stay consistent with curriculum used by Ing Wan.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Algebra I,Geometry,Algebra II
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Brown, Advanced Mathematics: Precalculus with Discrete Mathematics and Data Analysis (Houghton Mifflin) ISBN# 978-0-618-25037-0
0-618-25037-9 $70.08 New
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Graphing Calculator (To be announced)
Time required outside of class for homework: 45-60 min per day
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: This class will meet an additional day each week and will cost an additional $10 per week
Parent involvement required: Only if student does not consistently come to class prepared
Will grade be assigned: yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: yes
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



Class name: Adventures in Music
Grade levels: 3-5
Co-Teachers: Jennifer King
Class Size: 10-12
Materials needed: notebook
Outside work: one independent project per semester
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes if class is not full.
Description: We will combine music history, music appreciation, and music theory by
talking about different styles of music, for example, how they developed, what their
characteristics are, and do fun stuff like listening to lots of recordings. We will have some guest speakers or performers, watch videos, and do interactive projects. We will cover classical music, country, blues, bluegrass, celtic, jazz, fusion, latin, folk, rock, reggae, etc, etc, etc. It will be a lot of fun!



Course title: Algebra I
Grade levels: 8-12
Teacher: Jennifer Patton
Class size maximum: 10
Curriculum used: McDougal
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No new students admitted second semester
Description of course: We will review previous assignments as well as cover new concepts and ideas weekly in a 1.5 hour class. I will give assignments each week to be completed at home. Plan to spend at least 1 hour per day on homework assignments. I plan to host a 1 hour help session weekly at my home. This session is for anyone who needs further assistance with the weekly homework assignments. Study session attendance is recommended but not required. No new ideas or concepts will be presented during the study sessions. Students will need to read the text to reinforce the lecture. It is important to keep up with the homework even if a week of co-op is missed (due to illness, traveling, etc.). Learning math is cumulative and each weeks lesson will build on the weeks prior. Tests will be taken at home and turned in the following week to be graded by me.
Prerequisite to taking this class: At least 8th grade math.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: We will use the same Algebra 1 text as previous years. These can be purchased from others at co-op or ordered individually. I will have the information on what to order soon.

Materials to purchase and approximate cost: 3 ring binder, notebook paper and a scientific calculator.
Time required outside of class for homework: 1-1/2 hours per day.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance:
Parent involvement required: Please make certain that the homework is completed AND graded each week.
Will grade be assigned: yes



Course title: Algebra 2
Grade levels: 10-12
Teacher: Ing Wan Steiner
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: McDougal Littell
Length of course: 1 year
If two semesters, are new students accepted second
semester: no
Description of course: This course develops and reinforces the basic skills of first year Algebra and extends these skills and concepts into the traditional topics of Algebra 2. The course explores and develops the concept of mathematical functions, including linear, quadratic, and exponential functions. Other topics include polynomials, exponents, radicals and an introduction to complex numgers. Applications and problem solving using technology will be integrated into the course.

PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS WOULD ALSO NEED TO ATTEND A CLASS AT THE TEACHER'S HOME IN FAIRFIELD ON WEDNESDAYS (tentatively 1:00-2:00) or another day/time if agreed by all involved. THE COST FOR THIS EXTRA CLASS IS $10/HOUR TO BE PAID DIRECTLY TO MRS. STEINER.

Prerequisite to taking this class: Passing Grade in Algebra 1
Books to purchase and approximate cost:
Call McDougal Littell at 1-800-462-6595 to order: Algebra and Trigonometry: Structure and Method Book 2 by Richard G. Brown, Mary P. Dolciani, Robert H. Sorgenfrey and Robert B. Kane. ALSO order the Solution Key for the textbook. Order #2-13329 for Algebra II Pupil's edition ($52.50) and #2-12922 for Solution Key ($33.54). If interested in purchasing used books, contact current Algebra 2 students, or buy on half.com, or call me (860-4370). I might be able to get some at a fairly decent price.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Calculator (preferably TI-83 plus (approx. $80). You can get this
on sale for $65 if you watch the ads in August, or TI-30 )
Time required outside of class for homework: 1 hour/day
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: none
Parent involvement required: Parents need to ensure that homework is done and graded. Please email/call me
if the student is having a hard time with homework.
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Students should be receiving passing grade in semester report card.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



Class Name - American Girls History Class
Grade Levels - Grade 1 - 5
Teacher - Debbie Winkle
Class Size - 10
Materials Needed - None
Outside Work - Read American Girl books
Length of Class - 2 semesters
If one year, are new students accepted second semester - New students accepted
Description: We will learn our country's history through the eyes of the American Girls. We will spend about four weeks on each of the eight American Girls ranging from the late 1700's thru the mid 1900's. Students will read the books at home. Then in class we will use hands-on activites to experience what it would have been like to have lived during those times. We will make crafts, eat snacks, play games, and have a great time learning!



Course title: ASL I
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Karen Speed
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: A Basic Course in American Sign Language, by Tom Hur, Carol Padden, & Terrence O'Rourke.
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No unless they have a background in sign language.
Description of course: An introduction to ASL. the visual-gestural language of the deaf community. The course will focus primarily on expressive and receptive communication skills: vocabulary, language structure, and natural gesture. We will cover the background and culture of the deaf community briefly.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Same as above.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Unknown, should be minimal.
Time required outside of class for homework: Approx. 15-30 minutes daily.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance:
Parent involvement required:
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Absolutely. Students will not be accepted for second semester who do not make progress the first.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: If necesssary.
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met:




Course title: ASL III
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Sue Newman
Class size maximum: 8
Curriculum used: Signing Naturally Level 1 Student Workbook & Videotext
Length of course: 1 year
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester: No
Description of course: Although this is a level one textbook, it is a step up from ASL II and has been used in college classes. It stresses receptive skills as well as developing and introducing more ASL concepts.
Prerequisite to taking this class: ASL II
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Signing Naturally Level One & video $49.95 or book with DVD $59.95

Materials to purchase and approximate cost: None
Time required outside of class for homework: 30 minutes - 1 hour weekly
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: None
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: No
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1 credit








Course title: Anatomy and Physiology
Grade levels: 10-12
Teacher: Gina Smearsoll
Class size maximum: 15
Curriculum used: John Wiley & Sons
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No
Description of course: This advanced high school course covers both the anatomy and the physiology of the human body and its eleven organ systems. We will focus on basic anatomical terminology and the organization of the body as a whole as well as the structure and function of the various organ systems and how these systems work together. The course will include microscope observations and specimen dissections. In addition to the textbook work, students will complete coloring and workbook exercises,
review case studies pertinent to each system, examine disorders of each system, and write reviews of current articles related to the subject matter.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Biology.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Introduction to the Human Body: The
Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology (Seventh Edition only ISBN-0471691232) by Tortora and Grabowski (approximate cost: $80) and Anatomy and Physiology Coloring Workbook, A Complete Study Guide (Eighth Edition) by Marieb as a supplement (approximate cost: $38)
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: $30 lab fee (includes specimen dissections).
Time required outside of class for homework: 5 hours per week
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: none
Parent involvement required: Supervise test-taking and sign progress reports.
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Yes
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: Yes
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



Class Name: Art 2nd
Grade Level: 2nd grade only
Teacher: Laura Snow
Class Size: 10
Materials Needed: Paint shirt
Outside Work: None
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: This is a general art class. The students will be introduced to basic art concepts and mediums. These will include drawing, painting, sculpture, shapes, etc. All art supplies will be provided.



Class Name: Art 1-2
Grade Level: 1- 2
Teacher: Rachel Carlson
Class Size: 10
Materials Needed: Paint shirt
Outside Work: none
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: In this general art class students will be introduced to basic art concepts through different mediums.
Drawing, painting, shapes, color, mosaics, and sculpture will be covered with a touch of art history throughout.



Class Name: Art 3-5 (same class offered 10:00 and 11:00)
Grade Levels: 3-5
Teachers: Kim Meadors
Class size: 12 maximum
Materials: Sharpened pencil.
Outside work: 15 minutes a week for sketching.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: This will be a mixed media course concentrating on developing a variety of art skills. There has been a request that this class emphasize painting techniques suitable for 3rd-5th graders.


Class Name: Art 3-5 (same class offered 10:00 and 11:00)
Grade Levels: 3-5
Teachers: Kim Kanzlemar
Class size: 16 maximum
Materials: Sharpened pencil.
Outside work: 15 minutes a week for sketching.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: This will be a mixed media course concentrating on developing a variety of art skills. There has been a request that this class emphasize painting techniques suitable for 3rd-5th graders.




Class name: Art 6-8
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Kim Kanzlemar
Class size maximum: 16
Length of class: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Materials needed: none
Outside work: 15 minutes per week for sketching.
Description: This will be a mixed media course concentrating on developing a variety of art skills.



Class name: Art 9-12
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Kim Kanzlemar
Class size maximum: 16
Length of class: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description of course: The 1st semester will be centered around 2 dimensional art forms... drawing. painting, etc. The 2nd semester will be centeres around 3 dimensional art forms. This is not a repeat of 2006-2007. NEW PROJECTS will be introduced and completed.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: none
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: only for outside project
Time required outside of class for homework: an outside project is required if a student is to receive a grade from Mrs. Kanzlemar
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: varies
Parent involvement required: yes, if grade is to be received
Will grade be assigned: only upon request
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: no
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2



Class name: Ballet - Boys and Girls Beginner Ballet
Grade levels: 1st- 3rd grade
Teacher: Corrine Patterson
Class size: 10-12
Materials needed: for the girls: pink tank leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. for the boys: white t-shirt and sweatpants and black or white ballet slippers.
Outside work: none
Length of class (one or two semesters): two
If two semesters long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: This is a beginner ballet class. We will learn the basic steps and positions of ballet and how to do simple stretches.



Course title: Basic Composition Grade levels: 8-10
Teacher: Barb Allen
Class size maximum: 9
Curriculum used: Various (Writer's Inc., Institute for Excellence in Writing, Poetry Pad, etc.)
Length of course: 1 year
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester:

It depends on the writing ability of the student. Two samples of the student's writing need to be submitted to me for evaluation.
Description of course: Basic Composition is a class that will prepare students for high school
writing. In the first semester we will go over the basics of good sentence as well as paragraph construction
through emphasizing topic and conclusion sentences. Story writing, narrative, expository and persuasion types of paragraph writing will be the focus. The mechanics will also be covered such as descriptive writing, using the senses, similes, metaphors,
alliteration, etc. We will have several weeks of basic poetry and writing a play. Second semester will focus on summarizing, note taking, doing one research paper, compare-contrast essay, explanatory essay, persuasive essays, as well as some literature and literary analysis. Four books will be read, three of my choice and one missionary biography which will be the student's choice.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Ayear of creative writing would help.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Skillsbook from Write Source for grammar and punctuation; 4 classics/biographies will need to be purchased or found at library.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: A 1 1/2 inch 3-hole binder, plenty of lined paper, pencils and pens for each class.
Time required outside of class for homework: 2-3 hours
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: Parents will need to grade the Skillsbook grammar and punctuation weekly. This will require about 5 minutes of time. The parent may also be needed to help the student in composition depending on the student's ability.
Will grade be assigned: Yes, for high school students; for 8th graders a progress report will be given at the end of each semester.
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Homework must be handed in weekly. Parents will be notified if the student does not attend class or misses 2 assignments in a row.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: Yes
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1 credit of English (which includes lcomposition, iterature, grammar and punctuation)



Course title: Biology
Grade levels: 9-10
Co-Teachers: Debbie Lintz
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: School of Tomorrow A.C.E. Books 1-7 and 12, also called Paces for studying at home. Paces 8-11 can be used for High School Health. My lectures
include information from Jay Wiles-Exploring Creation with Biology, William Berman's-How to Dissect, Nasco's dissection guides, and other various texts. Paces will be used to learn basic information, while Learning Tree class time will be used to review more difficult information, lab work, and dissections.
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No.
Description of course: Taxonomy, microbiology, cellular biology, zoology, and botany.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Pre-Algebra
Books to purchase and approximate cost: $60. You will purchase these on your own from www.aceministries.com. There is also be a one-time lab fee of $50.00 per student.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Students must have 3-inch three-ring binder, 1-inch three-ring binder, and a colored pencil set.
Time required outside of class for homework: 30-45 minutes Tuesday through Friday.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: Parents are expected to see that his/her student(s) are keeping up with the assignments according to the syllabus and that work is ready to be handed in on time.
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Yes. A syllabus will be handed out at the beginning of each semester. It is expected that each
student will follow the syllabus and do the daily assignments.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent:
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1




Class name: Blood and Guts 6-8
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Karen Bell
Class Size: 10
Materials needed: 3-ring notebook, pencil, page protectors, notebook paper.
Outside work: Weekly homework, 2 written reports presented to class, and maintaining science notebook.
Length of class: Year course
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description: A year-long overview of the human body. The course is designed to be student's primary science class. Dissections, hands-on activity, reports, notebook checks, and weekly homework assignments. Class participation and completed weekly work will be expected. Fun!!



Class name: Careers/Life Skills
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Gretchen Carnes
Class Size: 12-14
Materials needed: Curriculum is a workbook and guide that will have to be purchased before the beginning of class.
Outside work:
Length of class:
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description:
Careers: High schoolers will explore their God-given gifts and talents, then research career fields that match their particular giftings. Guest speakers will be visiting and a field trip will be planned to visit the workplace of one of the speakers. Parents are encouraged to be involved in this process, as the curriculum is designed for their input.
Life Skills: As adults, we've had to acquire certain skills we did not learn about in school. This class is intended to bridge some of those gaps. Practical topics like money management, budgeting, bill paying, basic car maintenance, and career exploration will be covered as well as social topics like dating vs. courting, communication and listening, and Christian living. There will be reading required for this class.



Class name: Check Mate (Beginning Chess)
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Mike Schulte
Class size maximum: 12
Materials needed: paper and pencil
Outside work: play at least one game of chess at home each week
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes, with
teacher approval
Description: Learn to win at chess! We start with basics: how to set up the board, how pieces move and what they are worth, checkmate, stalemate, en passant, etc. We progress into pins, forks, and skewers, and finish with basic openings, strategies and tactics.



Course title: Chemistry
Grade levels: 10-12
Teacher: Gina Smearsoll
Class size maximum: 15
Curriculum used: Apologia
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No
Description of course: This is a first-year chemistry course which covers units, classification, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, acids and bases, solutions, atomic structure, the gas laws, and equilibrium. The course will include many lab experiments to learn basic lab skills, practice experiment procedures, and write lab reports.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Algebra 1
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Exploring Creation with Chemistry, 2nd
Edition (author: Jay Wile), full set (includes student text and solutions guide). Approx.
Cost: $79 at apologia.com
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Lab Fee: $30
Time required outside of class for homework: 5 hours per week
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: none
Parent involvement required: Supervise test-taking and sign progress reports.
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Yes
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: Yes
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1




Class name: Considering God’s Creation    
Grade levels: 3rd-5th grade    
Teacher: Peggy Head
Class size: 12
Materials needed: Pencils, crayons/colored pencils, scissors, glue, spiral bound notebook, 3 ring binder
Outside work: None
Length of class (one or two semesters): two semesters
If two semesters long, are new students accepted second semester: if there is room
Description: Considering God’s Creation is a unique approach to natural science. There is strong emphasis on relating science to the Bible. We will be studying creation, planets, the Earth, the weather, plants and the animal kingdom. We will use games, experiments, poems, songs, art and craft projects and notebook pages. They will be compiling a three ring binder notebook.

Class name: Country Studies 1-2
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Loretta Grosser
Class Size: 10
Materials needed: Pencil box, pencils, colored pencils, crayons, markers, and glue stick.
Outside work: none
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: We will be doing a brief overview of the countries of the globe. Lessons will be supplemented with stories, arts and crafts, and guest speakers. I would also like to incorporate a cooking segment or bring in food that pertains to that particular country (whenever possible).



Class name: Country Studies 3-5
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Melinda Lewis
Class Size: 12
Materials needed: Pencil box, pencils, colored pencils, crayons, markers, and glue stick.
Outside work: Students will be required to do a written report, an oral report and a project on the country of their choice, due at the end of the year.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: We will be doing a brief overview of different countries from around the world. Lessons will be supplemented with videos, stories, arts and crafts, pictures and (if possible) guest speakers. Also, every other month, I would like to do a food segment with food that pertains to the countries being studied. Students will be required to do a written report, an oral report and a project on the country of their choice due at the end of the year.



Class name: Creative Writing 3-5
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Teri McNulty
Class Size: 10
Materials needed: Pencil, paper, folder, colored pencils.
Outside work: Occasional writing assignments the first semester to be done at home. Majority of writing and illustrating for hardcover book the second semester to be done at home.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes, but suggest that students possess fairly good writing skills.
Description: The first semester, we will work on improving writing skills. Each class will consist of a writing lesson and an in-class writing assignment. Final project for the semester will be a writing magazine, consisting of writing samples from all students. Although we will continue to work on writing skills the second semester, with a short review at the beginning of class, the focus will be on different aspects of storytelling - plot, characterization, dialogue, etc. For the final project, students will write/illustrate their own hardcover book. (Parents will be asked to assist students, as needed, with typing, writing and rewriting for this project.)



Class name: Creative Writing 6-8
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Mary Willenbrink/Cheryl Cook
Class Size: 8
Materials needed: Sharpened pencils, folder, and paper.
Outside work: Students will work on a creative writing project each week, 1/2 hour outside of class.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: We are made in the image of our Creator so being creative is naturally a part of each of us. This class will give the students an opportunity to express their creative thoughts and emotions through their writing.




Course title: Debate Team
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Beth Hill
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: An Introduction to Argumentation and Debate by Christy Shipe
and one or two supplemental books of evidence (yet to be published) on the current
year's debate topic.
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: Students may petition teacher for an interview.
Description of course - first semester: Students will learn to research; to write
persuasive arguments for and against the current year's debate topic; to present
their arguments in class as well as in one practice session and at least two
tournaments per semester. Students will study policy debate theory and the rules
sanctioned by the National Christian Forensics and Communication Association
(www.ncfca.org). Because students will eventually debate as a two-person team, a
commitment to the weekly class and to the two fall tournaments (November and
December) is requested for this first semester. Attendance at a Communicators for
Christ seminar is highly recommended, but not a requirement to take debate.
Description of course - second semester: Students will continue to research on
the current resolution and re-write both their affirmative and negative cases in
preparation for the January, February, and March tournaments.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Must be a high school student.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: An Introduction to Argumentation &
Debate by Christy Shipe is $13.00, and, for HSLDA members, it is $11.00. Books
may be purchased online at www.hslda.org/bookstore. The supplemental book of
evidence (yet to be published) on the current year's debate topic will probably cost
around $20. If we can get a quantity discount by ordering as a group, we will do so.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Computer with internet access;
notebook for taking notes; blue pens; one each black and red pens; several pads of
legal size (8 ½" X 17") notebook paper; portable plastic box for storing and labeling
evidence from research.
Time required outside of class for homework: Yes! Homework includes research on the internet, writing and practicing speeches, and, later on, electronic communication with a partner. Comments from tournament ballots will help determine the direction for re-working all cases.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: At least 2 tournaments and one practice session per semester. Tournaments may be one or two days. A practice session may be all morning or all afternoon.
Parent involvement required: Participation in all tournaments requires each team
of two students to provide a parent to serve as a judge and a parent to serve as a
timer. Therefore, parents are required to attend the tournaments with their student. In addition to the orientation to judging provided by the class instructor, onsite training is given for judging and timing before the start of every tournament. Parents' assignments for judging and timing are determined by the tournament director.
Will grade be assigned: I'd prefer not to assign a grade because almost all of the
preparation for debate will take place at home. Therefore, I believe that the parents
are in the best position to know if their student is working up to his or her potential.
In addition to teaching debate theory, I see my role as one to encourage and
challenge the students to think and research deeply on the current year's debate
topic. Parents will direct and guide students in debate preparation, while I set the
pace for the students' best efforts in content and presentation skills.
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: yes
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent:
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2
credit per semester upon completion of participation in at least two tournaments per
semester.



Class Name: Discovering Artists
Grade Levels: 6-8
Teacher: Kim Kanzlemar
Class size: 16 maximum
Materials needed: Sharpened pencil
Outside work: Finish projects.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: This is an art class designed for students in grades 6 through 8. We will be learning about various artists or groups of artists, while making projects that will be centered on their artistic style, subject matter or the type of materials they worked in.
Please Note: There are more art classes available for students. Your child must be in the required grade to take any art class or have the written permission of the instructor. This will be checked at registration and on the first day of class.



Class name: Drama 6-12
Grade levels: 6-12
Teacher: Carol Brammer
Class size: 20
Curriculum used: Various
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description of course: We will perform a play (that we write as a class) at the end of the year ,and we will take a class field trip to see a play at some point during the year. This class is fun, but challenging. If you don't have a good memory before the year begins, you will by the end of the year. You will have something to memorize each week at home. Things we will be working on include: voice and diction activities, pantomimes, public speaking, improvisation, stage makeup, stage scene design, skits, monologues, writing play scenes, directing play scenes, costume design, drama vocabulary, and sound effects lighting.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: none
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Possibly money for ticket to go see a play.
Time required outside of class for homework: 1 hour per week.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: 8 hours throughout the year (dress rehearsal, drama performance and field trip to see a play).
Parent involvement required: Parents are welcome to sit in class and watch anytime! Parents may help children with memorization if they wish.
Will grade be assigned: At parent's request.
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: They need to keep up with their homework (mostly memorizing).
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2



COURSE TITLE: Drawing I -DRAWING WHAT YOU SEE
Grade levels: 6-8
Teachers: Jenny Veeneman
Class size maximum: 12
Length of course: one year
Are new students accepted second semester: Yes, with teacher permission.
Description of course: Students will participate in a variety of drawing exercises to help develop an increased awareness of what they see and how objects relate to one another. Projects will include using contour lines, negative spaces, value studies, perspective, creation of depth and focal points. Various materials will be experimented with: soft and hard pencils, pastels, charcoal, colored pencils, collage, graphite and different kinds of papers. Subject matter will include still life, landscapes, room interiors, and portraits. Individual creativity is emphasized.
Prerequisite to taking this class: A desire to draw better.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: None
Time required outside of class for homework: Student may prefer to set aside time outside of class to complete projects.
Will grade be assigned: At parent request only.
Number of high school credit hours: Parents of Grade 8 students, only, may request 1/2 high school credit, if additional individual projects are completed.



Class name: Earth Science
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Laura Montgomery
Class Size: 12
Materials needed: Pencils and a back pack or bag to carry things home.
Outside work: none
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: We will be exploring the different things the Earth offers us, such as: weather, plants and how they grow, animals, the four seasons, and so on. The children will have fun exploring the Earth and what it has to offer through experiments and other hands-on activities.



Class name: Economics/Finance **First description is for Economics semester, following description is for Finance Semester
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Cindy Burdick
Class Size: 18
Curriculum used: ABeka Economics and Whatever Happened to Penny Candy?
Length of course: One Semester
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester:
Description of course: Emphasis on free enterprise capitalism in a free market economy sets this book apart from the competition. The Biblical views of work, wealth, and stewardship appear throughout the text, helping students to understand the proper economic roles of individual producers and consumers as well as that of the government from a conservative, Christian perspective. The stark contrast between the market economy--the cornerstone of prosperity in the United States--and the command economy--the hallmark of fiscal failure in Communist countries--is graphically presented in illustraton of the economic principles that govern all societies. Essential concepts such as competition in the marketplace and private ownership of capital are discussed from a conservatvie perspective.
Prerequisite to taking this class: None
Books to purchase and approximate cost: ABeka Economics c. 1999,$18.95, code #61263
I will also supplement with 'Whatever Happened to Penny Candy?' but you will not need to purchase this materal.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: You will need a notebook, paper and pencil.
Time required outside of class for homework: 1/2 hour a day
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: To be sure student stays on task
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: No
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2 Credit

Course title: Finance semester
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Cindy Burdick
Class size maximum: 18
Curriculum used: Dave Ramsey Finance
Length of course: One Semester
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description of course: The Dave Ramsey course is an incredible new series designed to equip your teens to, make wise financial decisions, realize the importance of being good stewards, start laying out a plan for their future, learn how to live debt free. Teens today are living in a difficult but critical time in life. They're constantly bombarded with media telling them who to be and what to do. This will give them the practical information and spiritual insight to live counter-culturally. Studies have recently shown that college students represent more than 19% of the people who file bankruptcy and 6% of people filing bankruptcy are under the age of 21.Debt is running rampant throughout older generations, but now it's invading our young generations, and it MUST STOP! Credit card companies are specifically targeting younger generations with "cooler" credit card designs and "killer" interest rates. They're "killer," alright.
Prerequisite to taking this class: None
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Not more than $20 and I will purchase the book.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost:
Time required outside of class for homework: None
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: None
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: No
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2 Credit





Class name: English I
Grade levels: 9-10
Teacher: Julie Bogart
Class Size:
Description: Julie Bogart's English 1 is designed for freshmen and sophomores (and anyone older who feels behind in writing). It is good preparation for Julie's Advanced Composition for juniors and seniors.
Course Description:
My emphasis in teaching is, as always, cultivating a strong connection between the writer and his or her writing. Students will discover how to make their writing more powerful, how to incorporate personal experience and anecdote into their academic writing, how to structure a sound essay so that it is not only well-argued, but also enjoyable to read. My aim is to make flat writing come to life. We will do far more revising than original writing and I also use lots of exploratory exercises to get those writing juices going.
In addition to learning about the writing process and the basics of academic essay formats, we will read 9 books. Those books will provide the basis for some of the writing exercises we doMy objective is to deepen students' abilities to identify themes, to see literary elements and to grapple with the issues the books raise using a variety of writing tools. In addition, we'll cover the basics of grammar and punctuation using weekly dictation passages drawn from the texts. The dictation portion of the course requires parental involvement once per week.
Materials: The High School Writing book is normally $49.99. It is a digital download that can be printed out as we use it for each week and kept in a notebook. For the co-op, I am offering it for $35.00. The Language Arts materials that correspond to the literature include the dictation passages, grammar and punctuation notes and the Think Piece questions that help students investigate the novels. Each one is $7.00. There is one set per book. These materials are required for the class.

Semester One:
Writing component:
Musical Language (creating compelling writing using a wide vocabulary)
Powerful Associations (the use of metaphor and analogy in writing)
Keen Observation of Ideas (a tool that fosters the ability to think rhetorically)
True Truth (identifying one's real position related to a topic for writing - thesis generation)
Collage Writing (combining elements from a variety of writing formats to create a new piece)
Literature:
September: Eragon
October: The Master Puppeteer
November: Cry the Beloved Country
December: Ella Enchanted

Semester Two:
Writing Component:
Argument (how to ask the right questions, how to form the question, how to research the question)
Open Form Writing (essays that explore myriad perspectives rather than arguing a position)
Closed Form Writing (expository essays that argue a perspective - we'll do two of these - one short, one long)
Response writing (to a particular non-fiction essay)
Personal Narrative (how to use personal experience to write an essay)
Literature:
January: Holes
February: A Dream of Freedom (Civil Rights Movement)
March: The Red Badge of Courage
April: Watership Down
May: Shakespeare Stealer



Class name: English II
Grade levels: 10-12
Teacher: Melissa Owens
Class Size:
Materials needed:
Outside work:
Length of class:
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: This course continues the emphasis on basic language
skills, vocabulary development, paragraph-writing, punctuation, and
rules of grammar; it also focuses on interpretation of American
literature. We will learn how to creatively and effectively express our
thoughts and feelings in a verbal as well as a written manner. The
ultimate goal of the class will be to inspire a love of literature in
each student as we experience together the joy of reading.




Class name: Experimenting with Science
Teachers: Ginger Mitchell and Kyle Melton
Grade Levels: 6 - 8
Class size: 10
Description: Experimenting with science is a FUN opportunity to delve into various areas of science using experiments, investigation, and identification. In the early fall and spring we will investigate the fields of biology and botany. In the late fall and winter we will investigate the fields of chemistry and physics. We will combine the books "Teaching Chemistry with Toys", "Teaching Physics with Toys", nature guides, and lots of hands-on experiences. Will require some homework. Great preparation for required classes later in a student's education. They will learn key concepts in these areas that they need in more advanced science classes. Includes field trips that have a minimal fee.





Course title: Fencing
Grade levels: 7-12
Teacher: Lloyd Howell
Class size: 10 minimum - 15 maximum
Curriculum used:
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester:
Description of course: Fencing is a fun and exciting sport designed to develop
coordination, reflexes, strength and stamina. Students will learn how to handle either the foil or saber through instruction and friendly competition.
Prerequisite to taking this class:
Approximate cost: There will be an additional fee of $5-10 per week per student depending on the number of students who sign up. This can be paid at the beginning of each semester or on a monthly basis. Once the co-op starts, the student has made a financial commitment to pay for the entire year.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: A $160 deposit is required for protective equipment of which $140 will be refunded when the equipment is returned at the end of the class session.
Time required outside of class for homework:
Time required outside of class for practices/performance:
Parent involvement required:
Will grade be assigned:
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class:
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent:
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2



Class name: 5 In a Row
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Lisa Martens
Class Size: 8
Materials needed: none
Outside work: none
Length of class: two semesters
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes, if room allows
Description: Using the Five in a Row curriculum we will read a classic
children's storybook each week in class. We will then follow up the
story with a related hands on activity that covers a social studies,
character lesson, language arts, science or art aspect. I will choose
various books from Volumes 1, 2 and 3.



Class name: French I
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Pam Otten
Class Size: 10
Materials needed: French 1A and French 1B Nouveaux Chemins (New Roads), also the Vocabulary Manual AND the Oral Masteries book AND the Student test booklet
Outside work:
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: I will be following A Beka French I closely. Students need to buy French 1A and French 1B Nouveaux Chemins (New Roads) and each student will also need the Vocabulary Manual and the Oral Masteries book and the student test booklet. I found mine on eBay and other internet places. I have one set of the French 1A and French 1B (these are the main texts) books extra that I can sell cheap! There are 5 books total that students need and we will use them beginning with the first class in the fall. There will be a good deal of homework each week and it MUST be completed to get a grade.



Class name: Fun with Games - "Sunday Monday"
Grade levels: 1-8
Teacher: Elizabeth Tillery
Class Size: 20
Materials needed:
Outside work: Minimal
Length of class: 1 year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: Come join us for our once a week Vacation Bible School. This class is designed to appeal to the Jr high students as well as the younger ones. There will be a variety of activities: including stories, crafts, age appropriate games, Bible verse memorization, and outreach opportunities. Also, there will be jr high leadership mentoring. Finally, there will be a birthday club for all!



Class name: General Science
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Carrie Specter
Class size: 10
Materials needed: Notebook to write up labs. Exploring Creation with General Science (Apologia book by Jay Wile, $75) is optional or can be used at home in conjunction with this class but is not required. To order the book, check out this website: www.highschoolscience.com
Outside work: Reading the book (optional).
Length of class: one year
If two semesters long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: The experiment topics covered will include the scientific method, simple machines, geology, biology, and human body.



Course title: Geometry PLEASE NOTE: THIS GEOMETRY CLASS
WILL MEET TWICE A WEEK AND COST EXTRA!
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Ing Wan Steiner
Class size maximum: 10
Curriculum used: McDougal Littel
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No
Description of course: This geometry course is designed to have each student develop the skills and concepts of visualization and spatial reasoning; to represent and analyze the characteristics and properties of two and three dimensional shapes and their relationships. Right triangle trigonometry, circumference, area and volume will be studied. PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS WOULD ALSO NEED TO ATTEND A CLASS AT THE TEACHER'S HOME IN FAIRFIELD ON WEDNESDAYS (tentatively 11:00 a.m. - noon). THE COST FOR THIS EXTRA CLASS IS $10/HOUR TO BE PAID DIRECTLY TO MRS. STEINER.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Algebra I
Books to purchase and approximate cost: McDougal Littel Geometry. ISBN (0-395-97727 4 or 0-395-77120 x or 0-395-67612 6). I listed them in order of edition
2004, 1997, 1994...all are acceptable. You'll also need the solution key (ISBN 0-395-677661). Together these 2 books will cost about $100. You could try looking on
ebay.com or vegsource.com for used copies, or at the Learning Tree used curriculum sale to save some $.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: calculator (TI-30 or better)
Time required outside of class for homework: 1
hour/day
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: none
Parent involvement required: making sure weekly work is done.
Will grade be assigned: yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Student should be passing each semester grade.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



Class name: Habitats and Ecosystems - Exploring Ecosystems in God's Creation
Grade Levels: 3 - 5
Teacher: Bekki Huttinga
Class size: 8 - 10
Materials Needed: Purchase from instructor - notebook kit - cost not to exceed $15.00
Outside work: minimal or none
Length of class: two semesters
If two semesters long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: Join this class to explore the wonders of God's creation! We will study the ecosystems of our world including: deserts, grasslands, oceans and coral reefs, rainforests, alpine areas, polar regions, and tundras. Students will complete maps to illustrate the location of these areas around the world and have fun with several craft projects throughout the year. This class will appreciate the beauty and order of God's design in nature. Emphasis will be placed on the fact that God created the plants and animals of each ecosystem to complement each other perfectly and our world could not have happened by chance.



Class name: Introduction to Spanish
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Janet Germany
Class size: 10
Materials needed: sharp pencils or pens
Outside work: Study 10-15 minutes a day.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: Learning basic Spanish vocabulary and phrases. It gives students an advantage if they are going to take high school Spanish.



Class name: Inventors
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Maureen Fowler
Class size: 8-10
Materials needed: To be announced later
Outside work: There will be requirements in this class. Approximately one hour a week
in homework. There will be book reports as well as projects due.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: We will take a look at past inventors, time period in which they lived, as well as what circumstances in which they came up with their inventions. I will require a serious attitude in getting homework assignments done. There will be book reports and projects throughout the year, but most of all we will have fun as we learn. At the end of the second semester, we will have a mock invention convention. Come join us as we check out the serious and the absurd inventions in our world today.



Course title: Jewish Dance
Grade levels: 6-12
Teacher: Lisa Grotz
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: none
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description of course: Jewish worship dance is praise and worship dance that combines Israeli folk and contemporary worship music to choreographed dances. This class is open to girls and guys who have the heart to worship Jesus. My desire is that we touch His heart as we learn new ways to worship Him.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: none
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: none
Time required outside of class for homework: very little
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: Possibly an outside practice or two per semester if we decide to dance at Christmas or at the end of the year.
Parent involvement required: For rides to practice.
Will grade be assigned: no
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: no
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2 for the year



Class Name: Kindergarten
Lead Teacher: Leah Goodwin
Description: This class is for children who will be 5 by the first day of co-op (September 13, 2004). The Kindergarten class will be an enrichment class. We will go over letters and numbers to 100 especially in the beginning of the year. Science and Social Studies will be emphasized throughout the year as well. During the second semester we will study what an equation is and begin adding and subtracting small numbers. We will also write short sentences and read many entertaining books. There will be at least 4 parties: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentines Day, and Easter. I will be asking parents to bring in special items for each party. At the end of the year we have a special Kindergarten graduation ceremony that parents will be invited to.
Materials Needed: 1 box of 24 crayons, 2 sharpened pencils, 1 pair of scissors, 1 writing tablet, 1 1-2" three-ring binder, 4 glue sticks.




Course title: LANGUAGE THROUGH LITERATURE
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Beth Briggs
Class size maximum: 10
Are new students accepted second semester: Yes?
Curriculum Description: Using a sampling of classic literature in an integrated language arts program, students will take dictation and learn principles of English grammar, vocabulary, writing, spelling, penmanship, thinking skills, and book study.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: literature available through the library and other sources; handouts provided
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: 3-ring binder, loose-leaf paper, pens, single subject notebook.
Time required outside of class for homework: 1-2 hours
Parent involvement required: Insure completion of reading and assignments.
Will grade be assigned: optional



Class name: Latin II
Grade levels: 7-12
Teacher: Toni Kraft
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: Jenney's Latin
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: NO
Description of course: The student will be learning basic Latin grammar & vocabulary. Homework will be assigned and there will be weekly quizzes on vocabulary. This is an ACADEMIC COURSE requiring 30 minutes/day of study time. The student will also be preparing to take the National Latin Exam.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Knowledge of English grammar.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: none
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: The student will continue using his/her Latin I notebook. Also, the student should purchase the Cassell's Concise Latin & English Dictionary by D.P. Simpson, ISBN: 9780020133407 ($7.99)
Time required outside of class for homework: 30 minutes/day
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: none
Parent involvement required: Check if student's homework is complete.
Will grade be assigned: yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: no
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 2/3



Course title: Literary Analysis/Writing Class
Grade levels: 9&10
Teacher: Co Teachers Mary Willenbrink and Cheryl Cook
Class size maximum: 8
Curriculum used: Joseph Stobaugh Literary Analysis
Length of course: 1 year
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description of course: This is a class that teaches the students, while reading classic literature, how to analyze what they are reading and be able to determine the author's viewpoint and also to learn how to express themselves bettter with their writing. While this is a good class for reading classic literature and learning how to write, it will be an exceptional class for teaching the students how to interpret what they are reading so they do not just take in what someone else expresses without looking through a critical lens.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: You may buy these classics at Half Price books for a few dollars or borrow them from the library
Materials to purchase and approximate cost:
Time required outside of class for homework: 3-5 hours a week
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: none
Parent involvement required: minimal
Will grade be assigned: yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class:
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent:
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met:



Class name: Magic School Bus
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Sherri Carter and Lisa McAfee
Class Size: 10
Materials needed: none
Outside work: 15 minutes per week
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes, if there is space for a student.
Description: Our class will be based upon the Magic School Bus science series. We will study various topics that include ecology,sound and electricity- just to name a few!




Class name: Math Fun and Games
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Linda Humason
Class Size: 10
Materials needed:
Outside work:
Length of class:
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: This class will reinforce 1st and 2nd grade math concepts with hands-on activities, games and crafts. We will use Legos, Play-doh, art, food, physical activities and literature.



Class name: Military History
Grade levels: 6-8
Co-Teachers: Chris Rupp
Class Size: 12
Materials needed: None
Outside work: None. This is a supplemental class that does not intend to meet any state requirements.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description: This class will take a look at some historical wars in regards to the following questions: Who was involved? Why were they involved? What was the outcome? What weapons were used? What were the technological advances made? What were the major events? What were the significant tactics used? Who were the historical people involved?



Class name: The Mystery of History Volume 1
Grade levels: 6th-8th
Teacher: April Miller
Class size:10-12 (no more than 12)
Materials needed:a foldable sewing board (about 2yds in length and 1yd in width); colored pencils, regular pencil, markers, 1 pkg. of 3x5 index cards,roll of clear contact paper and 3 ring hardback binder.
Outside work: occasionally, but only if not able to complete in class.
Length of class (one or two semesters):one year
If two semesters long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: A history class that starts at the beginning in Genesis and talks about who they were, where they were, what happened around them and who was involved! The mystery of life lies in the Gospel, which is God revealing Himself to man, US!!



Class name: Music/Drama 1-2
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Vicki Marshall
Class size: 16
Materials needed: None
Outside work: Listening to the tapes I provide on the first day of class. This helps the children to memorize their songs or drama parts.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: This is a fun class! We are going to work on singing, playing instruments (like sticks, tambourine, drums, spoons, etc.), music theory, and play music games. There will still be solo's on the songs we sing, that I will pick based on confidence, talent, and classroom behavior. We learn new music each semester, and perform a musical at the end of each semester. This class works on singing in a choir and being a soloist. I teach some basic music theory through playing games. We work on acting skills and how to present yourself on a stage, as well as playing fun drama games.



Class name: Music/Drama 3-6 (same class offered 12:30 and 1:30)
Grade levels: 3-6
Teacher: Ruth Bowman and Valerie Stone
Class size: 20
Materials needed: None
Outside work: Listening to the tapes I provide on the first day of class. This helps the children to memorize their songs, or drama parts.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: This class is not any different than it has been in the past. We learn and perform 2 musicals a year! The musicals are always different (I don't do repeats!) Each child gets a tape of the musical to listen to on the 1st day of class. This helps them to memorize their music and listen to any character parts they might want to audition for. Auditions are on the 3rd week of school. Not everyone can get a part, but I do try to include as many kids as I can. There are soloists, actors, and dancers in all of our musicals. For fun we learn a little music theory and play drama games!



Class name: Mystery of God 1-2
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Deb Taylor and Missy Holder
Class size maximum: 10 - Returning students invited!
Materials needed: An open mind and a softened heart.
Outside work: Pray and ponder the mystery of God.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: case handled, please ask
Description: Our classroom will be transformed into a Worship Center for this unique hour at Learning Tree. This will be a special place to hear stories of God, to be with God, to talk with God, and to listen to God. Using the Godly Play curriculum, we will experience Bible lessons through a unique storytime presentation and then reflect on our learning during response time. We will learn and wonder about Moses and Abraham, as well as hear the parables of Jesus. After hearing a story, the students will reflect using writing, drawing, crafts, or even develop their own storytelling skills by sharing the story with another. This Montessori approach to learning helps us to embrace the mystery of God. You can visit www.godlyplay.com to learn more about Godly Play curriculum.




Class name: Mystery of God 3-5
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Deb Taylor and Missy Holder

Class size maximum: 10 - Returning students invited! Materials needed: An open mind and a softened heart.
Outside work: Pray and ponder the mystery of God.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: case handled, please ask

Description: Our classroom will be transformed into a Worship Center for this unique hour at Learning Tree. This will be a special place to hear stories of God, to be with God, to talk with God, and to listen to God. Using the Godly Play curriculum, we will experience Bible lessons through a unique storytime presentation and then reflect on our learning during response time. We will learn and wonder about Moses and Abraham, as well as hear the parables of Jesus. After hearing a story, the students will reflect using writing, drawing, crafts, or even develop their own storytelling skills by sharing the story with another. This Montessori approach to learning helps us to embrace the mystery of God. You can visit www.godlyplay.com to learn more about Godly Play curriculum.





Class name: Natural Science
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Paula Kutcher
Class Size: 10
Materials needed: Medium-size wire-bound artist sketch pad, colored pencils in pouch with eraser and sharpener, cloth bag or backpack to carry these outside, white t-shirt (mostly cotton) in child's size, notebook for handouts (suggestion is 1-inch 3-ring binder with plastic page protectors), outerwear and extra pair of shoes or boots.
Outside work: occasionally
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: Hands-on natural history class will explore all seasons out of doors. Please come prepared with outerwear and extra shoes or boots for outside projects and hikes. Unit themes may include wolves, recycling, aquatics, biomes, ornithology and entomology. Additionally, we will be doing nature sketching.



Class name: Nursery (0-24 months)
Lead teacher: Julie Strasser
Materials needed: Please supply own diapers, cups. Please label everything.
Description: Babies are only allowed to stay in the nursery for 2 hours, so you need to decide which hours your child will be in the nursery. For every hour you work in the nursery, your baby may stay an extra hour.



Class name: Ohio History
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Mrs. Whitcomb
Class Size: 12
Materials needed: book "Let's Discover Ohio", student edition published by Schuerholz Graphics; pencil and paper
Outside work: This class requires some independent reading as well as one small research project.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: We will be starting from the first inhabitants, the Native Americans, and moving from there to the explorers, war, Marietta (the first settlement), pioneers, becoming a state, famous Ohioans, cities, symbols, and other interesting facts! Many of the topics we cover will involve hands-on projects to reinforce what we've learned. For example, when we discuss the Native Americans we will make our own Indian wampum using macaroni noodles dyed different colors. And when discussing the pioneers we will make button lamps similar to what the settlers used. Upon completion of the class, students will have a complete lesson book on Ohio History for use at end-of-year assessments to display what they have learned.



Class name: Perfect Paragraphs
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Steve Newton
Class Size: 12
Materials needed: Pencils, Pens, Paper, Folder, Listening Skills
Outside work: 1-2 hours per week
Length of class (one or two semesters): Two Semesters, but the learning
will last forever
If two semesters long, are new students accepted second semester: No
Description: This is an introduction to writing course that will
prepare students for high school. We will concentrate on writing cogent
paragraphs quickly and easily. Students will practice, practice,
practice. We plan on offering a great deal of individual attention in
addition to lectures. If all goes well, students will be comfortable
handling the five-paragraph essay by the end of the year.



Course title: Photography
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Michael Wilson
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: To be determined.
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: no
Description of course: The course will be an exploration of photography primarily through experimentation with the pinhole camera. Students will build simple cameras, then shoot and process pictures taken with those cameras. The course will also provide a historical overview of photography; it's technical developments as well as its practices and uses in culture. We will consider photography's intersection with the worlds of art, commerce, current events
reporting, science and human relations. Students will keep a notebook/journal of photos, notes and insights.
Prerequisite to taking this class: None
Books to purchase and approximate cost: None

Materials to purchase and approximate cost: A notebook/journal of students choice. Approximate cost $5 - $25. Materials to make a unique self-designed pinhole camera. Approximate cost $0 - ???

Time required outside of class for homework: Yes, there will be some work outside of class time that will be expected, but it will not be extensive. An occasional report may require outside class time. The pinhole photography assignments will also require some work time outside of class. An optional photo day at my house may be offered.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: None except for possible help with the self-designed pinhole camera.
Will grade be assigned: No
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Yes,
assigned projects will be required to be completed by students.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2



Class name: Physical Education 1-3
Grade levels: 1-3
Co-Teachers: Theresa Haselmayer and Maria Daniel
Class size: 22
Materials needed: Gym shoes and comfortable gym attire. Students are required to participate in all activities unless they have a parent's note.
Outside work: none
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: Students will learn the basics of popular sports skills, learn to participate in group games and competitions, get a healthy workout and have fun in the process! We stress good sportsmanship and encourage a commitment to physical health, exercise and fitness. Each class will include a short prayer/scripture time, warm-ups, breaking into smaller groups to teach and practice skills, and one or two large group games and competitions. The teachers work hard to encourage each child's progress and confidence. This year we will offer written feedback to parents of the strengths we see and praise their children for in class. This year we will also incorporate short teaching times on nutrition and physical fitness.



Class name: Physical Education 4-6
Grade levels: 4-6
Teacher: Missy Stenger
Class size: 20
Materials needed: Gym shoes and comfortable/loose attire. A water bottle is optional.
Outside work: None
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description: We will emphasize the importance of being physically fit and having an attitude toward competition and teamwork that is God-honoring: being considerate and mindful of others while doing your best. Each class will begin with stretching exercises and warm-ups. The students will then work on motor skills, coordination, and general skills/knowledge of major sports through games, relays and drills. We will try hard to make it safe and enjoyable for all-regardless of individual ability.



Class name: Physical Education 7-12
Grade levels: 7-12
Teacher: Debi Handley
Class size: 16
Materials needed: Water bottle, gym shoes, and typical gym attire (t-shirt, shorts).
Outside work: none
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: The students will learn the value of teamwork, sportsmanship and physical fitness. Skills will be taught for sports such as volleyball and basketball. Other games will be incorporated to support team sports. An emphasis will be placed on a lifestyle of complete fitness for the body, soul and spirit.



Class name: Physical Science
Grade levels: 8-9 (requires math that is beyond most 7th graders)
Teacher: Ginger Mitchell and Kyle Melton
Class size: 10
Outside work: Reading the modules as we cover them in class.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: This class follows the Apologia book by Dr. Jay L. Wile "Exploring Creation with Physical Science". It includes a lecture, weekly experiments, quizzes, as well as learning and writing lab reports. You will need to buy or borrow the book as well as the test book that goes with it. Students will take the tests at home and then turn them in to be graded. This course requires weekly reading and completion of "On Your Own" questions. Key words: NIGHTLY HOMEWORK. It also requires knowledge and development of math skills suited to 8th grade and up. This class may be used for high school credit whether taken in 8th or 9th grade.



Class name: Pioneers/Native Americans
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Pat Zubrowski
Class size: 12
Materials needed: none
Outside work: very little
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: We will study Native American cultures of different areas of our country. We will highlight their methods of hunting, diets, ceremonies, crafts, etc. Will include crafts and hands-on activities.




Class name: Reading Adventures
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Ty Smith
Class Size: 10
Materials needed: books must be purchased or gotten from the library, pencil, paper
Outside work: reading chapters of the books each week
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: only if we go below 10 (class size)
Description: We will be exploring many different books for all types of readers. Selected chapters will be assigned each week to be read outside of class. We will also be doing some writing and drawing as we outline each chapter.



Class name: Roller Coaster Physics
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Charisse Junk
Class size: 10
Materials needed: glue gun, glue sticks, 3 sheets of foam board (poster board size)
Outside work: none
Length of class (one or two semesters): two
If two semesters long, are new students accepted
second semester: no
Description: Please keep your hands and feet inside the class at all times! Strap in, hang on, and prepare yourself for a rather a thrilling lesson in Roller Coaster Physics. Each student will create generic blueprints and build a model of a basic roller coaster. Students will learn and understand physics concepts through individual coaster building and participating in science labs. If time permits, students will be placed in groups and more complicated roller coasters will be designed and built.



Class name: Science Experiments 4-6
Grade levels: 4-6
Teacher: Karin Merrell
Class Size: 8
Materials needed: Notebook, folder with pockets, pencils, paper and eraser.
Outside work: Up to 30 minutes per week.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: Class participants will explore God's marvelous creation through hands-on experiments and activities. We will explore topics in life science, anatomy, physics, and chemistry appropriate to this age level. This is a challenging class for mature students, particularly those interested in science. Curriculum materials include: Scitt Science kits (levels 4-6), Science Through the Creation Week, Bob Jones Science and other kits, equipment, materials and games.



Class name: Scrapbooking
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Tamela Behm
Class Size: 10 students maximum
Materials needed: mini paper trimmer and your collection of photos (album and all the scrapping "necessities" supplied by teacher) Outside work: none, other than collecting photos to be used each week
Outside work: none, other than collecting photos to be used each week
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: In scrapbooking class you'll create a book of your photos to show off all the great memories you have as a homeschooler. We'll explore the elements of color, page layout, use of scrapbooking extras (stickers and die-cuts), and journaling. Scrapbooking= art + writing + fun!!!



Course title: Sewing Lab
Grade levels: 8-12
Teacher: Trish Pottinger
Class size maximum: 10
Curriculum used:
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description of course: The first half hour will be spent learning a new sewing skill. I will have kits made up for each student for each new skill. After we do the skill project, the rest of the class will be spent working on your projects that you have purchased. If you or your parent are a new seamstress, please see me to discuss the projects. I would like to walk you through it for ease. You will bring all your supplies to class, and I will be there to help you when needed. This year we will focus on sewing clothing.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Yes. See me if you have not been in one of my
classes.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: None.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Sewing machine, project supplies.
Time required outside of class for homework: Hopefully you will want to sew
outside of class, but it is not a requirement.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance:
Parent involvement required: No
Will grade be assigned: No
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: No
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 0



Course title: Spanish I
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Tracy Southworth
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: Bob Jones
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No, unless already studying Spanish at home (see teacher).
Description of course: 1st year of high school Spanish for credit
Prerequisite to taking this class: None--although any intro. to Spanish would be helpful to student.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Bob Jones Spanish 1 - $37.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Inexpensive Spanish/English
dictionary optional.
Time required outside of class for homework: 15-20 minutes per day studying for tests.
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None.
Parent involvement required: Make sure student completes homework.
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Homework must be turned in and tests completed to receive passing grade/credit.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No, unless parent requests it.
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



Course title: Spanish II
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Tracie Russell
Class size maximum: 15
Curriculum used: Bob Jones
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No, unless evaluated by teacher.
Description of course: Continue to learn and conjugate more verbs, cover additional verb tenses, new vocabulary, more writing and reading of at least two readers. There will be a little fun included in the class as well.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Spanish I
Books to purchase and approximate cost:
Materials to purchase and approximate cost:
Time required outside of class for homework: 2-3 hours each week *this is a must*
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: Parents can help motivate the students and help with flash cards.
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Yes
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



Course title: Spanish III & IV
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Tracie Russell
Class size maximum: 15
Curriculum used: Bob Jones and miscellaneous curriculum.
Length of course: one year
If one year, are new students accepted second semester: No, unless evaluated by teacher.
Description of course: Explore Spanish literature and plays. We will have fun using our grammar through speaking, journaling and reading.
Prerequisite to taking this class: Spanish I and Spanish II
Books to purchase and approximate cost:
Materials to purchase and approximate cost:
Time required outside of class for homework: 2-3 hours each week. This is a must!
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: None
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Yes
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1



Class name: Spanish Fun and Games
Grade levels: 3-5
Teacher: Leslie Roberts
Class size: 12
Materials needed: none
Outside work: vocabulary practice
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: A very basic introductory Spanish class using games and activities to teach Spanish vocabulary.



Class name: Speech
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Peggy Rhode/Cindy Toms
Class Size: 10
Curriculum used: Communicators for Christ/various
Length of course: 2 semesters
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester:
Description of course: Objective- Students will become comfortable and competent speaking in front of a group
Students will study and present various short speeches including impromptu, dramatic, expository,humorous, and persuasive.Students will be encouraged to draw on their own personality, talents and interests when preparing speeches.The class will provide a "safe" non- threatening place to make mistakes and learn.Weekly in-class activities to eliminate fluency breaks and gain confidence.Audience role/responsibility will be discussed.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: none
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: none
Time required outside of class for homework: 1-2 hrs a week
Time required outside of class for practices/performance:
Parent involvement required:
Will grade be assigned: yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: no
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2



Course title: Starting Points
Grade levels: 8-12
Teacher: Terry Terrell and Anne Marie Glover
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: Starting Points from Cornerstone Curriculum
This course is literature based.
Length of course: Full year
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester: No
Description of course: Please see below.
Prerequisite to taking this class: No prerequisites, however, each student will be required to keep up with the reading and the assignments. This is a higher level class due to the body of work and discipline required. Plan 1-2 hours per day.
Books to purchase and approximate cost: Please refer to the list below. We will read 13 books over the course of the year. Four books will be required for summer reading. (The three Narnia books and Frankenstein) The approximate cost will be $125.00 per student which includes the Starting Points curriculum and journal and 12 of the literature books. (Does not include the Narnia series) This is a reduced price based on a group rate. It will depend on the number of families willing to purchase the set. Some families may opt to use the library or already have several of the books.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: Refer above
Time required outside of class for homework: 1-2 hours per day for a 4-5 day week
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: None
Parent involvement required: Yes, please interact and discuss information with your student.
Will grade be assigned: Yes. This course spans three subject areas for full credit. Please refer to the information below for further explanation.
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: Yes! If a student is not participating or doing the required assignments, the Learning Tree policy will be implemented. Communication between myself, the students, and the parents will promote success. I am merely a tutor/facilitator to supplement the work done in the home. The value placed on your students performance ultimately lies in the parent’s hands.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: No, I will, however, post grades, missed assignments, and comments through an online grading system. It will be the responsibility of all students to access their account and check their grades/assignments.
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1 credit: this course covers Bible, Literature/English, and History.



Course title: Studio Art
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Kim Kanzlemar
Class size maximum: 16
Curriculum used: none
Length of course: 2 semesters
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description of course: This class will be taylored to meet the needs of serious high school art students. The students may bring in any art project they are working on, with their materials, and I will assist them in completing it. If a students comes to class without work, I will assign an art project to them.
Prerequisite to taking this class: none
Books to purchase and approximate cost: only what the student my choose to use if needed.
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: all materials a student is using at home.
Time required outside of class for homework: varies
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: none
Parent involvement required: supervise art work at home as needed
Will grade be assigned: if requested
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: no
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: no
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1/2 to 1 depending on the student involvement.



Class name: Taekwondo
Grade Levels: 1-12
Instructor: Fred Bauer
Class size: 25
Materials needed: Uniform (approximately $42.50) ordered through and paid to
instructor.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: On the first day of class, parent or other responsible adult will need to attend class with student. This is required because uniform sizes will be taken. In addition, the rules of the class will be explained to both parent and child.
Outside work: Testing for belt advancement will cost an additional $35 and will be held on-site if possible. Circumstances may require having testing at Bauer's Martial Arts studio, located on Cheviot in White Oak. Students will be expected to practice at home what is shown in class. Korean terminology and student creed also must be learned and memorized.
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: yes
Description: This class emphasizes self-defense, self-control and self-discipline. The instructor uses push-ups, exclusion from certain activities and other forms of discipline in order to help bring about the desired SELF-DISCIPLINE in each student. Please be advised that this class is very structured and requires focus by each student.



Class name: Thinking Skills
Grade levels: 1-2
Teacher: Kelly Bowen
Class Size: 8
Materials needed:
Outside work: None
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester: Yes
Description: Students will exercise their brain with various hands-on activities, puzzles, and games. Lessons will include Venn Diagrams, sets, classification, sequencing, patterns, visual brain teasers, and problem solving. This class is like a gym class for your brain!



Class name: U.S. History Late 1800's
Grade levels: 6-8
Teacher: Jen Moore
Class size: 12
Materials needed: 3-ring notebook (1") and (not mandatory) Abeka 8th Grade U.S. History.
Outside work: Two hours/week maximum for homework
Length of class: one year
If one year long, are new students accepted second semester:
Description: Supplemental U.S. History covering 1865-1929 fall semester and 1930-Present spring semester. We use videos, music and lecture to cover material. Students create a picture timeline called the "Book of the Decades." They also give one oral book report per year on a historical fiction or biographical book.



Class name: World History
Grade levels: 9-12
Teacher: Steve Newton
Class size maximum: 12
Curriculum used: "World History and Cultures" textbook from A Beka
Length of course: 3200 years, more or less
If two semesters, are new students accepted second semester: No
Description of course: Students will study the unveiling of God's plan
for the human race from the time of the Sumerians to the dawn of the
twenty-first century. There will be one test per month to be done at
home. Other homework will depend on the text but will probably be
answering the study questions in the textbook. Students will also do a
semester project (paper or book report).
Prerequisite to taking this class: None
Books to purchase and approximate cost: TBA
Materials to purchase and approximate cost: None
Time required outside of class for homework: 2 hours per week
Time required outside of class for practices/performance: Zero
Parent involvement required: Oversight/Test Proctoring
Will grade be assigned: Yes
Must requirements be met at certain intervals to continue in the class: If you don't turn in the work, you're gone.
Will there be weekly assignment sheets to be signed by the parent: Hope not.
Number of high school credit hours earned if all requirements are met: 1