2023/24 Class Descriptions

Classes that are 2 days a week are $240 for the year or $30 a month.

Elementary

Pre School–Whitney Crowgey 3-4

This hands on class will meet for 2 hours on Mondays. We will do story time, songs, science experiments, observe nature and explore language with new friends. Must be potty trained. (fully) We will learn, explore and discover together. $5 class fee. We will go outside in all weather.

PK-Kindergarten – Michelle Kiesling

This class will provide socialization in a structured classroom environment. We will dabble in age appropriate reading skills, math practice (including structured calendar time), science and social studies practice. Holiday parties, crafting, and experiments will also be a large part of this class! We will also have a snack and recess every class. Class fee is $5.

1st grade – Laura Poff

This literature based closed classroom, meets for the first three hours of the day, and will be a nice addition to what you are doing at home for first grade. We will use a different book each week and incorporate strengthening academic subjects along with character building skills. Learning and sharing together will help build confidence in all areas of learning. Exploring quality literature, expanding vocabulary, acting, singing, reading, science projects and historical elements. This is an active class with lots of hands-on exploring.

Requirements — Basic school supplies, $15 supply fee. Homework Requirements – reading, copy-work, collecting, graphing, and Bible verse memorization.

Nature Study Marcie Lynn Grades 1-3

Step outside and explore God’s creation with this engaging hands on nature study. Learners will explore, and discover new and exciting things about the natural world around them. By using nature journals, students will be able to record their findings of living and non living things.They will engage in activities such as creating a biosphere, rock identification and painting, making watercolors out of flower petals, using sticks to make an animal home, and so much more.  As Charlotte Mason puts it, “An observant child should be put in the way of things worth observing.” 

(Class fee $5, Each student needs a 3 ring binder) 

Science Through Song – Stephanie Cockrell

Grades K-2nd

In this engaging class, your child will learn science facts through repletion and song. They will learn things like: What are the 5 kingdoms of living things? What is Newton’s first law of thermodynamics? What is normal body temperature and the boiling and freezing point of water? How many feet are in a mile? What is photosynthesis? and so much more! How do you teach such advanced topics to young children? Through fun songs and repletion! We will review the same facts each class in a fun and engaging way and by the end of the year, you will be astonished at how much they have memorized! Each class will consist of a review time, an activity/simple craft, and a book on a different science topic each week. Topics will include dinosaurs, electricity, rocks and mineral, volcanoes, honey bees, sharks, manatees, and many more!

Beginner’s Spanish – Stephanie Cockrell

Grades 1st-3rd

In this introduction to Spanish, your child will sing catchy songs, play games, do actives, and make crafts while they learn the Spanish language. Will it be just fun and fluff? Nope! By the end of the year, your child will be able to speak words, phrases, and sentences because we review the same words and phrases over and over until they know them. Join me for a year of fun and learning!

Bible Bonanza. Stephanie Cockrell

Grades 2nd-3rd

This class is designed to help your child memorize Bible facts and scripture through repetition and song. Each class will consist of a review time where we review the same facts every day, adding to the list as the year progresses. We will memorize scripture by singing catchy songs, learn American Sign Language as we sign the scripture songs we learn, and play Bible trivia games that reinforce what we are learning. Your child will know A LOT of Bible facts at the end of this class.

Educational Games – Stephanie Cockrell

Grades 2nd-3rd

In each class, we will play all kinds of educational games like Made for Trade, Map Tangle, Sum Swamp, Planet Quest, Bulls Eye Math, Great States, Revolutionary War JINGO, Some Body, Math Bingo and more! This will be a fun class your child won’t want to miss!

Geography Through Song – Stephanie Cockrell

Grades 1st-3rd

What if your child never forgot what they learned?! Have them SING IT and they won’t! In this class, your child will sing the countries of the world to catchy, easy-to-learn songs. They don’t even have to love singing. In each class, we will sing the countries of the world *including* the Middle East, Europe, Scandinavia, Asia, Oceania, Africa, Mexico, West Indies, and so many more. We will also learn famous world landmarks, learn the United States States and capitals, and play games that reinforce what we are learning. You don’t want your child to miss this class!

Exploring Biblical History 2-3rd Grade Mary Susan Williams

Students will explore events and people in Biblical chronologically. There will be an emphasis on viewing actual pictures and maps of these locations. Each student will create a timeline to keep. The goal of this class is fro the student to understand the reality of the Bible and Biblical history and explore what we can learn from the greatest book. Each student will need pencils and markers. Class fee $5 for other supplies.

U.S. History – Chastity Harden

Grades 2nd-5th

Take a journey through the early days of American history and the events leading up to the Revolutionary War with James, Henry, and Sarah, the Liberty Kids. We will watch one episode of the Liberty Kids series in class each week and then participate in some discussion and hands on activities related to information we learn from the episode. Students will learn about early colonial life, important historical figures, and major battles/events related to the Revolutionary War and founding of our nation in a fun and interactive setting.

Elementary Theater – Pam Stallings

Grades 2nd-5th

During this school year we will work to produce 2-3 plays. These selections will be made once class size is known to try and have enough parts for everyone. We will also have an exciting time playing theater games, working on theatrical skills such as projection, and working towards being able to complete plays. Reading skills are not required, although helpful. Older students may help younger students at time if they need assistance with reading. This will be a fun class that will help children get more comfortable with speaking in front of groups of people, building relationships, working together as a team and learning how much fun theater can be! Theater is a wonderful opportunity for children to explore creativity and imagination, build their self-confidence, work on language and communication skills, concentration, and be encouraging to others! I can’t wait to see how much they grow during the year! Class fee is $5.

Green Ember- 4th-7th—Angela Young

The world is at war. Wolves and birds of prey unite to enslave rabbit kind. Heirs rise and fall, alliances are forged, a fledgling resistance grows. The Green Ember is a riveting adventure series that is filled with hope and many allegorical moments. Virtuous characters bear the flame, depicting what being patient in affliction and joyful in hope can look like, as they long for the Mended Wood.

Join us as we learn relevant literary terminology and find examples in our reading. We’ll have thought provoking discussion questions each week and make our own Green Ember dictionary based on the new-to-us vocabulary we encounter. This class will craft heavily, making swords, catapults, paper mache rabbits, designing a coat of arms, drawing, cooking etc. We’ll hang out with real rabbits in our classroom & get to see live birds of prey up close with a presentation from Wildlife Rehabilitation. A zoom Q & A with the author is probable at years end.  

This class requires roughly 2 hrs of reading homework each week.  Audiobooks are a great option if the reading level or pace feel daunting.  For those who want to own physical copies, I’ll be placing a wholesale order in the summer.  

$20 supply fee for craft materials.

Intro to Spanish – Jennifer Dodge

Grades 4th-6th

This is a class where students will learn the basics of Spanish using songs, games, books, and interactive learning. This is not a workbook class, but will be more of a speaking and repetition type of learning with some culture elements. Students who enjoy singing, speaking, and playing games while learning, then this class will be a good fit. Class fee is $8.

Beginning IEW, Bible Heroes – Melissa Smith

Grades 2nd – 4th

If your student has never experienced IEW, or is still in the beginning levels, this is the place to start. Combined with exciting read alouds and writing assignments, all put on your student’s level, this beginning class will start your child with confidence in writing and retelling of stories. This course is much gentler and less overwhelming than the other courses.  This year we will be using Bible Heroes Writing Lessons as our curriculum. From the IEW website: “From Enoch and Noah to John the Baptist and Paul, students will get to know the heroes of the Bible while working through six of IEW’s nine units. A variety of games teach vocabulary, reinforce elements of style, and add to the fun!”

Bible Based Writing Lessons, First Edition, January 2013

Required Textbook:

ISBN: 978-­1‐62341‐117‐6

Story of the World. 4-7 Jenn Campbell

Book 4

Story of the World, Volume IV,  The Modern Age

Investigate the fascinating story of the modern world, from the American Civil War through the end of the twentieth century – from Europe and the Middle East through India, China, the Arabian Peninsula, Australia, and both North and South America! This class will include some home reading of our text (alone or with the parent), along with in class discussions, games, videos, and hands-on activities. (Crafts??!!! J)  Bring modern history to life as you marvel at the Crystal Palace (and build a model of it), follow Gandhi to the sea, rocket through the Space Race, construct a timeline of the Modern Age, discover corresponding history and literature books, and more. This class is a complete year of history and geography, plus some literature too!

Must purchase: Story of the World, IV -The Modern Age, Revised edition (let me know if you want to use an older version and we can compare).  Available in various formats here: https://welltrainedmind.com/p/the-story-of-the-world-vol-4-modern-age-revised-edition-text/

Must Also purchase physical copy or PDF download of the activity book (the student pages): https://welltrainedmind.com/p/the-story-of-the-world-vol-4-the-modern-age-revised-edition-activity-book/

These student pages contain activities like maps, outlines, puzzles, games, coloring pages, and timeline figures.

Class supply fee: TBD (likely less than $10)

Cold Case Christianity – Christy Fender

Grades 3rd-6th

Using the curriculum Cold Case Christianity we will dive deep into why we believe what we believe using the Bible as our straight-line. We will also use detective skills to find truth and how to parse statements, evidence and solve mysteries. Using our detective skills to hone our truth seeking brain, our hope is that a student’s beliefs will become their own and they will be able to defend and to rest in them.

America’s Story: Founding Fathers to the Gold Rush! – Tenille Smelcer

Grades 3rd-6th

Let’s learn the history of the United States starting with the Founding Fathers, early colonial America, and up to Gold Rush! We will explore the stories and adventures of explorers and pioneers who saw in America the chance to live a dream of freely worshipping God, owning land, and searching for wealth and opportunities.

Curriculum is Masterbooks America’s Story, Vol. 1. Class fee is $5.

Bear Grylls Adventure Challenge Class – Sarah Erickson

Grades 4th-6th

This will be a reading and survival course and will likely take place outdoors. We will read the first 6 books in the series Bear Grylls Adventures Series, where we will join famous survivalist and author Bear Grylls on all sorts of environmental challenges. The class will read a devotional and one paper during class and then participate in an activity that goes along with the challenge. One chapter of reading will be assigned as homework each week and there may also be an activity to work on throughout the week to share or bring back to our next class. From the jungle to the desert, we will learn all kinds of important survival skills to help us survive in different environments and situations, while we work as a team and make friends along the way.

This is based off the first 6 books of the “Bear Grylls Adventure” series, the Bear Grylls Devotional “Soul Fuel” and the “Survival Study Unit” written by the The Waldock Way on TeachersPayTeachers. Class fee is $5.

Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics – Tennille Smelcer

Grades 4th-6th

Let’s discover the foundational elements of the universe and the building blocks of creation by using chemistry and physics! We will study how the universe functions through this exploration of matter and energy. We will discover atoms/molecules, pH levels, types of mixtures, mechanics, laws of motions, dynamics of motion, energy, waves, light, machines, magnets, and more!!

Curriculum is Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics. Class fee is $5.

Freedom Isn’t Free – Sherry Holland

Grades 4th-6th

I love reading to children! I am a dynamic storyteller. We will read these stories together and apply them to today. There will not be any homework unless it’s a video to watch. Your kiddos will come, have fun, and learn. NO STRESS FOR MOM! I am here to back YOU up and remind your students that we are to stand for what is good and right no matter the cost. To the death if necessary! In order to do that? We must be INFORMED. With that said I am very sensitive to age and grade level. I won’t send them home terrified to live, but INSPIRED to STAND FIRM.

IEW, The Wonders of Science – Melissa Smith

Grades 4th-6th

This year we will explore a brand new, theme based writing course all about science! Students will write about science-themed topics such as insects, inventions, and famous scientists while they learn to write with Structure and Style. Writing assignments will be given weekly, as well as vocabulary lessons. Care will be taken for younger students, and appropriate assignments will be assigned. If your student is a beginning IEW student, please contact Melissa Smith for best placement.

The Wonders of Science, First Edition, January 2023

American Girl History – Melissa Smith

Grades 3rd – 7th

A hands-on learning class full of crafts and discovery. The students will be asked to read one book a week. Book reports will be done throughout the year. History surrounding the time period of each girl will be presented and experienced. The dolls to be studied this year are Kaya, Kirsten, Samantha, and Kit.  Students will need access to all book sets, 6 original books for each girl, not the Beforever series. This class is very hands on, craft heavy, so take that into consideration. $30 fee per year for craft supplies.

Readers Theater Jennifer Campbell.

    Readers theater is a language arts class that is both theater and reading. It’s like radio theater without the radio.  Or like regular theater without the complicated sets, props and costumes.  In readers theater, the scripts, based off of real books or stories, are divided into many speaking parts.  The parts are not memorized.  Instead, the actors read the parts out loud. The main goal of readers theater is to develop fluency in readers.  We learn to read with proper intonation, pausing where indicated by punctuation.  It gives students a real reason to read out loud.  As students read and re-read their parts, they are able to practice all the elements of reading: fluency, cadence and expression.  It also can spark an interest in reading the “complete” book or story.  Students want to perform their part well as it’s part of the group or team effort.  It’s my hope that this class with greatly improve students’ reading ability, but also their interest in reading on their own (or even out loud to others).  

In addition, I hope that we can read about historical people, events and topics, while creating our own props and crafts along with some of the books. It won’t be all reading – it will be reading with lots of other fun sprinkled in!   (Note for parents: Most parents are concerned that their child will be frustrated or doesn’t read “well enough” for this class.  The intent is for the teacher to gauge the students’ individual reading levels and choose appropriate roles to challenge and encourage the students without being overwhelming. The scripts will be worked on over a few weeks of class time and homework will be to practice the scripts at home with a parent or older sibling.  Ideally, students should already be reading at a first grade or second grade level or above. If the script your child receives is ever too much, please let me know!)

$5 copy fee

School Yard Games – Kate Grindstaff

Grades 4th-7th

Come learn about games played in the past and today! We will sit and discuss the history of the game and where it was played before playing it together.  Students should come prepared to play both inside and out (depending on the weather). Appropriate attire necessary. Class fee is $5.

Creative Writing – Jennifer Dodge

Grades 5th-7th

Creative writing class to hep take your writer to the next level. This is a great option for students who enjoy writing already. Writers will practice the writing process and other techniques to help them tune their skills. We will focus on a variety of writing styles and work mostly on writing pieces during class. Homework will be minimal. Class fee is $5.

For You They Signed! – Tennille Smelcer

Grades 6th-8th

In 1776, 56 men signed their names on a document that they knew might well mean their certain deaths as traitors to England. Standing on principles of father and liberty, these men forged a powerful call for freedom and human dignity still resonating today in America., We will explore the spiritual heritage of the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence. We will study captivating biographical summaries, beautiful sketches, and insightful quotes to help us learn the signers from each of the 13 states and discover the spiritual heritage that led them to stand on principles of faith and freedom!

Curriculum: Masterbooks For You They Signed! The Spiritual Heritage of Those Who Shaped Our Nation (ebook version available). Class fee is $5.

Team Building: Jenn Campbell

This class will include art projects, STEM activities, and other activities to encourage COOPERATIVE LEARNING and not just group work.  Each week, the class will be divided into groups by the teacher, who will then work together to create a project with a different objective. Sometimes the project must be completed quickly (a ring made out of Pringles), while other classes, patience, ingenuity, and design are the goal. Some projects may require artistic thinking (make a sculpture out of pool noodles and duct tape). Each week will be something unusual that requires thinking and group participation: 

Make the tallest tower possible…out of plastic silverware. 

Make and race a “puff mobile” using office supplies and Lifesaver wheels. 

Bake a batch of cookies with your “mute” and “blind” partners.

Build a tower out of post-it notes or index cards.

Make a catapult out of the supplies provided to your group.

Some weeks, you might not be allowed to talk, other weeks you might need to complete a task while blindfolded. Get ready to put your thinking cap on, as this class will encourage lots of creative thinking and fun!  

Teamwork is a skill that will be required no matter your job or ambition in life, whether to work in a corporation or taking care of your kids at home.

****If you’ve taken Team Building before, this class will be about 80% repeat.

Class Fee: $15 for supplies

Middle School PE Clara Ortega

As a kid PE was the most fun part of the day, that is the goal for this class. It will consist of games such as kickball, dodgeball, freeze tag, high and low impact exercise. Skill training to help with coordination, and relays. Students should come dressed ready for exercise and getting sweaty. We will be outside most of the time. A change of clothes and sneakers may be a wise choice.

General Science 6-7th Mary Susan Williams

We will learn together about the many branches of science, including the history of science and how to use the scientific method to handle experiments and record results. Topics will include astronomy, earth science, oceanography, general chemistry and general biology. We will spend approximately 2 weeks on each of the 14 chapters in the book. At home students will need to read and complete various projects in their note booking journal. In class we will discuss the reading, complete experiments and write up labs. There will be supplemental material shared as time permits.

Curriculum Apologia Exploring Creation with General Science 3rd edition Apologia Science Notebook Journal $25 lab fee

Middle School Art – Kristi Laughinghouse

Grades 6th-8th

We will work on a visual art journal throughout the year using different techniques and mediums. We will also work on some separate pieces to be displayed at the end of the year. Class fee is $10.

Self-Defense – Sit Lum Kung Fu Comjuka-Kali – TJ Sheets (3rd Degree Blacksash)

12 years old & older (parents welcomed)

The practical martial arts systems teaching real-world self-defense are rare, hard to find, & the market fro them is usually littered with untested techniques from schools focused more on athletic-events. This class offers a focus on practical skills as well as developmental exercises to help build up the students to be able to not only learn practical techniques early in learning but to reach further & learn more as they grow. Invaluable for physical fitness & stress relief, the students will enjoy advancement in personal accomplishment as well as practical skills to include empty-handed & weapons-skills to improve their chances of successful self-defense. This class’s focus is personal security & safety in an ever unstable world. Class fee is $30.

IEW, Narnia – Year 1 – Melissa Smith

Grades 6th-8th

Using the first three books in the Chronicles of Narnia Series, we will explore the fascinating world of Narnia and the history of the real world of C.S. Lewis.  Writing assignments will be given on a weekly basis, as well as required reading and vocabulary studies.  A base knowledge of IEW methods and structure are needed to successfully complete this course. Contact Melissa Smith with more questions.

Required textbooks and literature:

The Magician’s Nephew

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

The Horse and his Boy

IEW Following Narnia: The Lion’s Song , third edition, January 2016.

ISBN: 978-1-62341-238-8

Physical Science 8-9 Amy Kingery

Exploring the world of science thru a variety of labs. Atmosphere, hydrosphere, weather, the structure of the earth, environmentalism, the physics of motion, newton’s law, gravity, and astrophysics. Many hands-on experiments, Lab reports will be in proper scientific form. Class discussion about labs is crucial. Textbook and test work are to be done at home and the responsibility of the parent. Student should follow syllabus to be able to participate in class. Class participation is part of the grade.

Text — Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd edition. Student notebook tests and solutions. Lab fee $35

Middle School Debate – Pam Stallings

Grades 6th-9th

In today’s world we are constantly faced with circumstances in which we need to be able to confidently support our viewpoint. Some skills that are learned through debate include: Research Competence, Media Literacy, Reading Comprehension, Argument Literacy, Evidence Evaluation, Summarization and Outlining, Public Speaking, and Floor Management and Civility. Students will research and debate diverse topics throughout the year, learning how to think critically and more effectively communicate their point of view. Class fee is $5.

Curriculum: Speak Out! Debate and Public Speaking in the Middle Grades ISBN 1932716025.

Cinema Studies for Literature Learning 101 – Jennifer Hambrick

Grades 8th-12th

This class is geared to the visual learner in high school, to those who are reluctant readers or for whom reading is very time-consuming, and to those who love movies! Good movies tell good stories, and good storytelling requires the use of traditionally respected literary devices and techniques. Which a little help from a study guide, many movies introduce the viewer to excellent literature that is being presented in a visual medium. Most movies will need to be watched outside of class time, with possible (not required) Friday get-togethers for movie viewing as a class. Homework will include vocabulary, completing study guides, and writing assignments. This class fulfills a Language Arts credit.

Possible movies we will study: Rudy Casablanca, 12 Angry Men, The Truman Show, Moby Dick, The Wizard of Oz, Field of Dreams, High Noon, The Three Musketeers, What’s Up Doc, A Christmas Carol, Guess Who is Coming to Dinner, The Importance of Being Ernest, and The Miracle Worker.

Curriculum: Cinema Studies for Literature Learning. Class fee is $5.

Cinema Studies 101. Discount Code

“You may share the following discount code with the parents of the students enrolled in your literature class: TRLTA33CSLL  They will enter this code at checkout (and click ‘Apply’) to receive 33% off the regular price of Cinema Studies for Literature Learning Bundle.  The regular price is $34.99ea; the discounted price is $23.44ea.

     Each student will need a purchased copy of this bundle. However, households with more than one student enrolled in your class only need to purchase ONE copy of the curriculum. 7Sisters copyright allows the sharing of files as needed within the purchaser’s household and the printing of multiple copies as needed for use within the purchaser’s household.

     Your discount code is valid today (June 12, 2023) through August 31, 2023.”

Apologia Health and Nutrition (2nd Edition) – Sherry Holland

Grades 9th-12th

This class is a full science credit and a remarkable class offering practical lifelong knowiegde. This curriculum explores the physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual concepts that are needed for a healthy lifestyle. We will study for systems that contribute greatly to our health and well-being, like genetics, temperament, mental health, emotional health, spiritual health, interpersonal relationships, nutrition, exercise, injury prevention, addiction avoidance and moral responsibility.

Your student will need the textbook and the Student Notebook (Journal). There is a substantial amount of homework, however, study guides and tests are open book. There is no excuse for a poor grade in this class. Do they work? Pay attention? Have a good attitude? Your student will learn and do well. This class will meet on both Monday and Thursdays.

A Survey of Shakespearean Literature – Chastity Harden

Grades 8th-12th

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Reading Shakespeare an be intimidating and even overwhelming. What if you could study Shakespeare in a fun and interactive environment with your peers under the guidance of a seasoned teacher? In this class, we will read a sampling of some of Shakespeare’s greatest works from his sonnets and poetry to his tragedies, histories, and comedies. There will be opportunities to act out the plays as they were intended, look at the history fo the Elizabethan theater, research the background of Shakespeare’s life and the Globe Theater, and discuss/analyze the plays from a historical perspective. Students will be expected to do some reading and note taking outside of class. There will be at least one to two essays and a final project assigned for this class. I am hoping to plan a field trip for our group to the American Shakespeare Theater in Staunton, VA in the spring. Tentatively, I plan to cover a few sonnets/poems and a blend of the following play: Macbeth, Julius Caesar, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and Merchant of Venice. I plan to be flexible with how many plays we’re able to cover, but my goal is at least 4-5.

Civics Alicia Novell 6-8th

Civic education empowers us to be well-informed, active citizens and gives us the opportunity to change the world around us. It is a vital part of any democracy, and equips ordinary people with knowledge about our democracy and our Constitution. It teaches us how we communicate, plan, and execute the change we desire.
When we aren’t prepared to find this voice, ask the questions, and learn our role in the community and democracy, we miss out on a major opportunity to be part of something meaningful. In learning civics together we cultivate critical thinking and empathetic listening. 

Required Textbook- The Land of Fair Play: American Civics from a Christian Perspective 

Curriculum: We will be using the Folgers editions of the plays. These can be purchased through Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

French Conversations – Casey Moreland Brozovsky

Grades 8th -12th

Speaking other languages helps us to connect, empathize with and serve others better. Also, it improves our own English-speaking abilities and gives us a new perspective on our world. This year, we will explore the French language by learning to speak and think about everyday things in French. Using the Charlotte Mason and Francois Gouin methods of narrating and acting out actions back to ourselves and each other, students will learn to say how to do things in French (example: “I open the book”) – starting with verbs then learning the rest of a sentence. No previous language learning or French language skill is required. We will also read fun short stories, learn a French song or two, listen to audio files, act out sentences and learn about different Francophone cultures from around the world. The new lesson each week will build on the one from the previous week.

Curriculum: Speaking French with Miss Mason and Francois, Vol. 1, Cherrydale Press, 2014. Also you will need: Larousse Concise French-English Dictionary.

Cinema Studies for Literature Learning 201 – Jennifer Hambrick

Grades 9th-12th

**Prerequisite – Cinema Studies 101**

This class will build on and expand upon the skills and tools we covered in Cinema Studies 101 with a whole new set of movies to watch. Possible movies we will study: Mr. Holland’s Opus, Life of Pi, Remember the Titans, The Sandlot, Hook, Charade, The Incredibles, Lilies of the Field, Chronicles of Narnia, The Fellowship of the Ring.

Homework will include vocabulary, completing study guides, and writing assignments. This class fulfills a Language Arts credit.

Curriculum: Cinema Studies for Literature Learning by 7sistershomeschool.com. Each movie will need a study guide purchased for it, which are sold individually. Class fee is $5.

Cinema Studies 201

“Enter discount code at checkout: HambrickCinema33 

High School Spanish – Clara Ortega

Grades 9th-12th

This will be a Charlotte Mason style approach to language learning that will provide concrete tools for building mastery in Spanish. This method seeks to engage the learner by translating ideas in everyday life rather than translating words one to one.

Curriculum: Speaking Spanish with Miss Mason and Francois.

Available to purchase this summer.

ISBN: 978-1-62341-399-6

Just Words Ruth Emerick 4th —12th grade

Thursday morning, March 16 from 9:30 – 10:30 AM at One Love Coffee House on Summers Way.

Tuesday night, March 14, from 6:00 – 7:00 PM at Salem Commerce Center on Southside Drive.

Just Words is a multisensory reading and spelling program that supports struggling readers. This accelerated study of word structure is designed for students in 4th – 12th grade and adults with mild to moderate gaps in their decoding and spelling proficiency. 

Emphasis on phonemic awareness, phonics, word study, and spelling.

Course meets 2 days each week:1 hour on the first day and ~2 hours on the second day.

JUST WORDS is a Wilson Reading Systems Curriculum

Tuition: $50/month

Supplies: Student Kit $80

Yearbook – Melissa Smith

High School (8th grade by permission and as space allows)

     Together we will build the yearbook! Write captions, take pictures curate this year of homeschooling! Students need access to a laptop and camera or good camera phone.

Art History Rebecca McKeever High School

This class is college prep and will be meet for two hours on Thursday afternoons. It will start with prehistoric art and progress to modern times, looking at culture, art work how these two are linked and the why of their importance. Homework activities will reflect the innovations of that period. Generally class time will be divided into discussion of homework, new period of art, 10-15 new works of art. Discuss the images and importance of common theme, make notes, create rough sketches. We will also introduce and practice skills for homework. Grades will be based on class participation, homework, and a few quizzes. This subject is vast, and while we cannot cover all of it but students will finish class with exposure to many famous works of art and a basic understanding of how art relates to the time and the people that created it. We will have a field trip to DC art museums likely taking Amtrak.

Art Kristi Laughinghouse High School

Multi media workshop. we will explore several mediums and work on skills and techniques. We will take a look at different artists styles while looking at art through a Biblical perspective. At the end of the year we will display some of our favorite pieces in a n art show. If possible we will have a field trip to the Taubman to see an art exhibit. Supply list will be sent via email to registered students and must be purchased before the first day of class. Class fee of $10 for community use products.

Algebra I – John Kingery

High School

All math courses are Math-U-See curricula. You must purchase the DVDs and the student book. The expectations are that a new chapter will be started on Thursday/ Friday with the video being watched at home and at least one worksheet completed and a picture or email sent to Ann by noon on Friday. Then Monday class will uncover and teach, explain any missing concepts or reinforce the concepts. Tuesday and Wednesday the student will do additional worksheets at home. Math is truly a subject that needs to be done everyday for full understanding and our once-a-week class time is to clarify, explain and solidify the concepts. Use the Math-U-See website to determine course level readiness. The instruction manual and tests are required.

Algebra 1: 9-12 Basic properties solving equations, exponents, square roots, scientific notations, etc…

Algebra II – John Kingery

High School

All math courses are Math-U-See curricula. You must purchase the DVDs and the student book. The expectations are that a new chapter will be started on Thursday/ Friday with the video being watched at home and at least one worksheet completed and a picture or email sent to Ann by noon on Friday. Then Monday class will uncover and teach, explain any missing concepts or reinforce the concepts. Tuesday and Wednesday the student will do additional worksheets at home. Math is truly a subject that needs to be done everyday for full understanding and our once-a-week class time is to clarify, explain and solidify the concepts. Use the Math-U-See website to determine course level readiness. The instruction manual and tests are required.

Algebra 2: 10-12 Review and expansion from 1, factoring, imaginary and complex numbers, conjugate…

IEW – John Kingery

High School

This class will provide the structure that students need to develop confidence in the writing process, while gradually guiding them toward greater independence and creativity. They will learn nine structural models to help them organize any type of composition. Additionally, stylistic techniques are taught incrementally to gently move students from basic into more sophisticated writing.

Modern World History-Based Writing Lessons by Lori Verstegen Second Edition, January 2020 ISBN 978-1-62341-332-3 (I will use this if I have no repeat students. If I do, I will use the following…)  Medieval History-Based Writing Lessons by Lori Verstegen Fifth Edition, January 2019 ISBN 978-1-62341-312-5. Class fee is $5.

US and Virginia History — 9-12

Scott Wilson

This course exceeds the requirements for Virginia state history. The class is offered as a thought-provoking look back at US and Virginia history. Each class is designed to relate some thought-provoking issue or events that will stay with the student.  For each class the student should be on time and in attendance have read the assignment and done the homework and participates in class discussion. Each week the student needs to read the assignment, understand the concepts, and fill out the homework. Each semester the student will be required to do a 10 to 15 minute presentation on a subject in US history.

Field trips TBD.

Required textbook is BJU US history third edition and Charlotte Mason, Mapbook.

Grading is on a 10 point scale- 30% for class participation, 30% chapter questions, 20% quiz, and 20% field trip participation.

US history class is the first in three history classes that complement each other, US history class, World history class and US Government class.

No class fee.

World War 2 Angela Young HS

A living book and film study depicting a multi national perspective of WW2. Students will finish the course knowing the political climate, causes, and major events timeline and consequences of this global conflict from 1939-1945. Emphasis will be placed on how the war unfolded and affected kids their age around the world. Students will choose books from a recommended list ranging from graphic novels to dense biographies and be prepared to share both oral and written narrations. During interactive class simulations we will critique military strategy, practice controlling natural borders, forming alliances conducting diplomacy etc. Age appropriate documentaries will be viewed in class and at home. We will visit the D-Day Memorial in Bedford, the Va Holocaust Museum in Richmond and have a virtual field trip thru Anne Frank Center in NY. This class meets the requirements for a 1/2 credit in World History. An alternate syllabus will be provided for those wishing to pursue full credit. $5 class fee

Chess Club. Scott Wilson.

Middle and High School

A club for all MS and HS students of all levels will come to learn to play chess.  All levels of skill are welcome.  Each class, we will play chess with each other, learn the rules and  basics of chess and also study chess openings, middle game and end game strategies and how to be a good competitor. We will have a student tournament in the 2nd semester.

No homework!  No books!

$5 class fee (one time)

The Chosen 8-12th Angela Young

The chosen is a historical fiction drama

The Chosen

8-12

The Chosen is a historical fiction drama series based on the life of Jesus. This fresh take on the gospels shows Jesus gathering his disciples, healing the sick and ultimately sacrificing Himself for humanity.  We will cover a minimum of three seasons and portions of the accompanying Bible study.  Class time will be used to read the relevant scripture passages, watch episodes and compare and contrast the two. Join us for the largest crowd funded project in TV history and learn to love Jesus even more.  www.angel.com

$5 class fee

High School Christian Ethics Joe Pantaleo 9-12th

This class will help high schoolers think thru modern social and moral issues such as abortion, euthanasia, the role of government, and LGBTQ issues, thru a Biblical Worldview. Students will learn to look to God’s world to find the standard and answers to everything around us. Wayne Grudem’s book Christian Ethics and Intro to Biblical Moral Reasoning.

Anatomy and Physiology 11-12 Amy Kingery

This college prep class provides advance study of the human body’s 11 organ systems. It prepares student to take A&P in college. If a student completes the entire course including documenting in lab notebook, experiments and dissections it could count as an honors course. We will be focusing on completing lab experiment in a fun group setting. Book work and testing are the responsibility of the parent. Test are to be turned in and to be calculated in the final grade. Please note the reproductive system is covered win detail including accurate yet respectful illustrations and descriptions. We will perform a total of 19 lab experiments. Three dissections and a field trip possible. Students should follow the syllabus so understanding and participation in class will come easily. Class attendance and participation will be graded. Class size is limited by number of microscopes.

Pre Req— Physical science and Biology. chemistry or Health and Nutrition

Apologia exploring creation with advance biology 2nd edition student notebook test and solutions. Lab fee $50 for specimens

Saturday Building Basics

We will meet every other Saturday for two hours, This class will be geared to teach and give students a taste of different trades to pursue after graduation. We will cover HVAC, electrical, general contracting framing and more. Class materials note book and pencils. Some tools will be required and others provided. Hands on building and desk learning. Supply fee $15 and looking for donations of goods.