Description: This introduction to the Spanish language and culture is a fun class in which students will have many opportunities to particpate in conversations, games, relays and contests. Students will gradually master a core vocabulary of 250 words, with an emphasis on correct pronunciation. Present tense verb conjugation and use along with basic grammar concepts will be presented weekly. Periodically, students will work on projects that demonstrate their knowledge of Spanish culture and geography.
Description: After a review of introductory skills, students will progress to a more desirable level of proficiency in speaking, reading, writing and listening. This course palces emphasis on mastery of pronunciation, expansion of vocabulary and introduction of past tenses, including common irregular verbs. These new skills will enable students to translate and write creatively on a more frequent basis. Class participation will include games, skits and cultural presentations.
Description: This course offers a much more in-depth study of grammar, idioms and the use of subjunctive and compound tenses. Greater emphasis will be placed on communication, writing and translation and students will be given the opportunity to prepare for comprehensive placement testing, as needed. Several hands-on, creative projects and a cultural outing will give students fun ways to put their skills to use.
Text: TBD
Copy Fee: $15 per student per year (for the Spanish 3 copied material)
Description: Learning French requires the mastery of a variety of skills, including correct pronunciation, fluent speaking, reading, composition, grammar and spelling. Additionally, learning the geography, history and culture of francophone countries provides insights not only into how the language works, but it also can open the student’s heart to pray for French-speaking people and learn how to communicate the Gospel in French. This first-year course will include all of these aspects, laying a solid foundation for the study of French adequate to meet foreign language requirements for high school graduation and admission to college. (Many colleges and universities now require applicants to have had at least 2 or 3 years study of one language.)
Description: Designed for middle school students, this course offers a "fun and friendly" approach to the Spanish language for those with no previous exposure. Vocabulary building is the main emphasis and students will have opportunities each week to demonstrate their knowledge of material studied by participating in games and relays. Greetings, numbers, weather, food, body parts, clothing, colors, seasons, days of the week, family members, classroom objects and geography will be among topics covered.
Description: Pre-Algebra meets twice a week in order to prepare the student for Algebra I. Some topics that will be covered include prime and composite numbers, fractions and decimals, order of operations, coordinates, exponents, square roots, ratios, and algebraic phrases.
Text: Saxon Algebra 1/2 with softcover test booklet and softcover answer key - Homeschool version. (Homeschool Kit recommended)
Description: This class covers basic Algebra I including graphing, solving systems of equations, operations with polynomials and radicals, factoring polynomials, solving rational equations, and graphing quadratic functions. Students will develop thinking processes and problem-solving abilities that are essential to success in future math courses and in everyday life. The goal of the teacher is for students to truly understand the concepts and see that math can be fun!
Text: BJU Algebra I, 2nd edition textbook and tests are required. The teacher book is highly recommended for parents to check homework to ensure student success.
Description: Algebra II meets twice a week. We will review basic algebraic functions and extend your student's skills in graphing and in solving equations. Exponential functions, logarithms, and trigonometry will also be introduced. More advanced topics such as complex numbers, rational expressions and equations, conic sections, and probability and statistics will also be presented. The goal of the teacher is for students to truly understand the concepts and see that math can be fun!
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1
Text: BJU Algebra 2, Second Edition textbook and tests are required. The teacher books are highly recommended for parents to check homework to ensure student success.
Description: This class is for the high school student who has mastered Algebra 1. This practical geometry course will prepare your student for any geometry that will be covered on SAT's and any other standardized tests. Traditional geometry topics will be covered and although proofs will be included, there will be more emphasis on the logical thought process. The goal of the teacher is for students to truly understand the concepts and see that math can be fun!
Text: Informal Geometry (Prentice Hall) Books will be available for lease for $8/year
501 Geometry Questions published by Learning Express: ISBN: 1-57685-425-6 (Teacher can help in finding these used online if requested.)
Description: This great textbook will cover function basics, polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, radical/power functions, triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions and identities, series and sequences, probability and statistics, matrices, determinants, polar coordinates and vectors, and an introduction to Calculus. The goal of the teacher is for students to truly understand the concepts and see that math can be fun!
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
Text: Teaching Textbooks: Pre-Calculus - student and answer key
Description: This year students will embark on an exciting adventure as they learn the history of the world in a unique narrative format and how it relates to their Christian faith. As they learn history from the beginning of time to the 20th century, students will also learn how to outline important facts, make timelines, and age appropriate research and projects. This course will provide an excellent foundation for future history studies.
Text: A Child’s History of the World by Virgil Hillyear and student workbook
Can be ordered at: www.homeschool.calvert.com
Recommended resources: Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia of World History OR The Kingfisher History Encyclopedia
Description: History of the World leads students on a journey through time from Creation to the early 21st century. The Christian perspective is the thread that connects the past to the present in this fascinating narrative of world history, teaching students to recognize the hand of God in human events. An abundance of full-color paintings, lithographs, and photos enhance the text. Colorful maps provide students with a geographic setting for historical events; time lines help them place events in the chronology of world history.
Text:Abeka History 7: History of the World in Christian Perspective, student text and test booklet. BOTH BOOKS MUST BE THE FOURTH ADDITION!!!
Recommended resources: Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia of World History OR The Kingfisher History Encyclopedia
Description: Exploring World History is a high school world history curriculum combining world history, world literature, and Bible. It helps high school students gain a fuller understanding of the past as they read the history narrative, read classic literature, complete writing assignments, and study what the Bible says about issues and ideas in world history. Exploring World History provides historical overview lessons along with focused lessons on key events, concepts, and people. It also includes surveys of daily life and culture. This curriculum presents history from the perspective of faith in God and respect for His Word. Each unit includes a Bible study highlighting spiritual issues related to history. It is comprehensive, giving students an overview of world history from Creation to the 21st century. Whereas, we will relate history to the Bible concepts in the text, this class will not cover the complete Bible portions nor the literature portions; however the text includes them and can be completed at home. Rather, this class will focus on World History and proved one credit in that area. The Exploring World History Curriculum Package includes three books that can be ordered from www.notgrass.com.
Text: Exploring World History by Notgrass,both texts, In Their Own Words by Notgrass Company, and Exploring World History quiz and exam packet.
Description: Geography surveys the earth and its resources as God created them. Students will learn the use of those resources by man and examines the principles of geography with a strong biblical basis and scriptural emphasis. The Class will also apply these principles to each of the eight culture regions of the world, including all 184 individual countries. Learning will come through reading and individual research with students developing a complete world geography notebook including map labeling. Additionally, students will learn cartography and will hand draw a large, detailed floor map of the entire world throughout the year.
Text: BJU Cultural Geography, Student Text and Activity Book, Recommended Resource: The Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia for World Geography with Complete World Atlas or Rand McNally Answer Atlas. Students will also need a 3-ring binder with 19 tabbed dividers and 4 large pieces of white poster board with grid lines and a good set of colored pencils.
Description: (This is tentative to change depending on final decision of teacher). Exploring Government is a one-semester high school course that provides a half-year credit in government. Lessons cover Federal, state, and local government and also contemporary issues in government. Special emphasis is placed on the Biblical basis for government and on the U.S. Constitution. Included throughout the year will be a large community service project that the class will plan, organize, and implement. This will be a great addition to any transcript and/or college application!
Text: Notgrass: Exploring Government Curriculum with Quiz and Exam packet
Description: Economics is a one-semester high school course that helps students understand economic terms and issues. The course surveys Biblical teachings on money and finance, provides an overview of the economic history of the United States, gives a clear explanation of terms and concepts, discusses economic issues confronting us today, and puts our participation in the national and world economics on a personal level.
Text: Exploring Economics by Ray Notgrass (includes two books: Exploring Economics and The Stewardship of God’s Riches)
Copy Fee: $10.00 per student per year
Tuition Fee: $200.00 per semester/$40.00 per month Jan-May (note: If both Personal Finance and Economics are taken, there will be a discounted annual tuition fee of $375 for both classes.)
Description: This course will be taught utilizing the text Teaching the Classics: A Socratic Method for Literary Education by IEW. The teacher will use the method of Socratic questioning and discussion to teach how to analyze and understand literature. Learning to analyze literature as you read will become like second nature to your child which will prove to be a benefit in every area of their education. The class will begin by using short stories and excerpts of classics to introduce the learning and thinking process and then quickly move into complete works which, in large part, will correlate with the 5-6 History class.
Description: R&S is a very thorough course that goes beyond the basics to provide a strong foundation in all grammar concepts. In addition to parsing, your student will learn about the different types of sentences and their structure, clauses, diagramming and punctuation just to name a few. In lieu of the writing assignments found in R&S, Expository Writing by Razzle Dazzle will be the class resource. Your student will begin by learning to write a basic paragraph through narrative, descriptive, persuasive, and expository assignments, moving into lengthier compositions such as descriptive and persuasive essays, a personal narrative, friendly and business letters and a research paper, among others. At times, students will be required to give an oral presentation. All needed copies for Writing will be provided by the teacher.
Text: : Progressing with Courage by Rod and Staff 6th grade student text, worksheets, and test booklet.
Description: In this class students will be introduced to 100 key root words, helping them to improve their reading, writing, spelling, and testing skills. In addition to games and notebooking, students will engage in the practical usage of deriviatves. English From the Roots Up will be used by the teacher as a resource.
Description: Using an anthology as a base for short stories, poetry as well as numerous full text novels, this class will engage the student in readings that relate both to World History and modern day issues. By connecting literature to other subjects and events, reading will become more meaningful to the student. Students will learn to analyze many genres of literature and complete activities to make learning literature fun! Additionally, this class will participate in “movie nights” since there is are so many good stories but so little time! Throughout the year, each student will keep a detailed notebook of their work and this class will also expand vocabulary and teach some writing to prepare them to move on to the high school years and more difficult literature.
Texts: Abeka Literature 7: Of People Third Edition (please do not purchase the new edition),
List of novels TBA but will include Homer, Shakespeare, The Bronze Bow, and Swiss Family Robinson.
Description: Recommended for students in the 7th and 8th grades, this class begins with basic composition essentials for those with little experience in writing or grammar. Grammar lessons teach and review the parts of speech and sentence diagramming. Later lessons focus on applying grammar in writing assignments to introduce lessons in style and variety. Students will gain practice with a variety of paragraph formats including description, example, process, and research before beginning essays. Institute for Excellence in Writing key wording skills will be taught in connection to research paragraphs and reports. Outlining will be taught in correlation to essay design and organization; students will practice a variety of graphic organizer formats.
Description: This course will explore the folktales, myths, and early literature of ancient civilizations as well as track the emergence of more sophisticated literature in the medieval period. The unifying thread will be the analysis of the worldviews captured in the literature of early people, both European and non-European. The 9th/10th composition focus will be on persuasive writing, summarizing, and basic research. The 11th/12th composition focus will be on analysis, evaluation, and in-depth research. While many of the works read will be the same for both classes, some of the longer works will be different in order to provide an appropriate challenge for the older students as well as meet the needs of those preparing for college. Vocabulary development will be a part of the class, with the vocabulary words being drawn from the texts. In order to excel in this class, students should be able to take notes from both lecture and board as well as construct complete sentences and paragraphs. Proofreading and editing will be reviewed.
Text: Greek myths (Edith Hamilton); Epic of Gilgamesh (available online); Sundiata (available online); folk tales from Russian, China, India, and the Americas (teacher will provide handouts or online sources); The Odyssey; Oedipus Rex; Beowulf; The Song of Roland; Julius Caesar
Description: Recommended for students in the 9th grade and up; designed for students who have had at least one year of grammar and writing studies. Using techniques from the Institute for Excellence in Writing and Format Writing , students will develop an organized, creative writing style. Grammar will be applied to writing paragraphs and essay in order to develop correct and varied sentence structure. Writing assignments include different formats such as process, cause and effect, and persuasive styles in order to prepare students for later high school and college composition classes. Many writing assignments will be research-oriented beginning with paragraphs and then essays of various lengths. Class will also include lessons in outlining, condensing, source citing, and avoiding unintentional plagiarism. When feasible, research may connect to other subject areas such as history or literature. Time permitting, SAT vocabulary words will also be presented and studied.
Maximum: 12 students
Text: Format Writing by Frode Jensen (ISBN# 1886061297)
Description: Recommended for high school seniors or advanced juniors, students who register for this class should possess two or more years of formal writing experience. Placement will be confirmed based on writing samples submitted to teacher. We will use the College-Bound Student curriculum and resources designed by the Institute for Excellence in Writing . This class will offer an introduction to timed essays and specific tips for the writing portion of the SAT exam. Detailed strategies for planning and writing SAT-worthy compositions will be given. To help the student prepare for college-level classes, skills in outlining, note-taking, and overall essay construction will be taught. A thorough review of writing mechanics (punctuation, grammar, etc.) will be conducted with the Blue Book of Punctuation and Grammar as a guide. Formats for college application essays and narrative essays will also be discussed and practiced.
Maximum: 12 students
Text: Blue Book of Punctuation and Grammar and The Elegant Essay (available through IEW)
Description: This course will explore the folktales, myths, and early literature of ancient civilizations as well as track the emergence of more sophisticated literature in the medieval period. The unifying thread will be the analysis of the worldviews captured in the literature of early people, both European and non-European. The 11th/12th composition focus will be on analysis, evaluation, and in-depth research. While many of the works read will be the same for both classes, some of the longer works will be different in order to provide an appropriate challenge for the older students as well as meet the needs of those preparing for college. Vocabulary development will be a part of all classes, with the vocabulary words being drawn from the texts for all classes as well as vocabulary from SAT and AP prep materials. In order to excel in this class, students should be able to take notes from both lecture and board as well as construct complete sentences and paragraphs. The students will be expected to proofread and edit their own work before submitting final drafts.
Text: Greek myths (Edith Hamilton); Epic of Gilgamesh (available online); Sundiata (available online); folk tales from Russian, China, India, and the Americas (teacher will provide handouts or online sources); The Aenied; The Antigone; Beowulf; The Song of Roland; Macbeth.
Description: Over the two years, the 5-6 Science Class will cover God's Design for the Physical World and God's Design for Chemistry. While it's optimal to take both years, each year may stand alone.
An detailed course description is coming!
Optional field trips are often suggested throughout the year to enhance our science studies and experiences.
Description: In this general science course you can expect your student to learn how studying God’s creation consistently proves Gods written word. Whether it is through the comprehensive text or the weekly hands on activities and experiments your child will enjoy learning how to use science to strengthen their faith in our Creator. Topics covered will include the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, simple machines, archeology, geology, paleontology, biology, and human anatomy.
Text: Aplogia'sGeneral Science, 2nd edition textbook and replacement test packet
Description: In this study of Physical Science, intended to be taken in 8th or 9th grade, the students will be introduced to the stunning world we live in, as well as the universe around it. Topics covered will include: matter and measurement, air and the earth's atmosphere, the properties of water and the earth's hydrosphere, the lithosphere, Newton's laws along with the study of forces and the laws of motion, sound and light waves and astrophysics. This will be a fun yet challenging course which reinforces each lesson using hands on labs completed in class.
Text: Apologia's Exploring Creation through Physical Science (2nd edition), with accompanying solutions manual recommended for parents.
Description: This course will cover the following topics: The scientific method, microscopy, dissection, survey and classification of five kingdoms in Creation, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, ecosystems, and evolution from a Creationist perspective.
Text: Apologia's Exploring Creation with Biology (2nd edition), with accompanying solutions manual recommended for parents.
Description: Chemistry is a math-based science of reactions between substances and the factors that become affected by those reactions. The students will not only learn about a variety of chemical topics, but also use their knowledge through laboratory experiments and class projects with presentations.
Pre-requisite: Algebra I
Text: Exploring Creation with Chemistry 2nd Edition edited by Dr. Jay L. Wile: ISBN: 1932012265
Description:The study of physics is simply man's attempt to define rules which can explain the behavior of God's creation. From the human body to the objects around you, from the movement of the planets to the orbit of electrons, the laws of physics allow us to understand and predict behavior. Physics is the
science for the curious: If I can see it, can I measure it? If I can measure it, can I define it? Can I define what I cannot see? Physics begins with observation and curiosity, so we will use as much hands-on
observation as possible to foster both the learning of the principles of physics and the curiousity to continue scientific study. The textbook contains excellent explanations of the math required to study high school physics. Successful completion of Algebra I and Geometry is required.
Text: Apologia's Exploring Creation with Physics, 2nd Edition by Dr. Jay Wile
Description: This class will introduce you to the fascinating world of forensics and crime scene investigation, incorporating biology, chemistry, research skills, and laboratory methods, as well as introduce an ample amount of anatomy topics. The course outside of class will be reading and writing intensive, but class time will focus around the experiments, including a rat dissection and crime scene analyses. The subject matter of this class will be concentrated on learning the techniques God has given us to fight for justice for the innocent. (We will not discuss extremely sensitive matters, such as rapes or any crimes having to do with children) Also, please note that students may occassionally be asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to the scheduled class time in order to complete lengthier labs.
Text: Forensics for Dummies by D.P. Lyle, MD (ISBN:0-7645-5580-4), Wiley Publishing Inc, 2004
Death’s Acre by Dr. Bill Bass and Jon Jefferson, (ISBN:0-425-19832-4), Berkley Books, 2003
Description: No prior Art experience is necessary to enjoy our hard to resist activities this year, We will explore some unusual ways to use puffy, translucent, blended, wiggly, optical, and peel-away paint. We will develop our Art skills, laugh, learn and promote the process of Art Exploration.
Supply Fee: $20.00 per student per year (to include all art materials)
Description: Art students, come ready to use your imagination for the variety of activities we will create. Many will also spill over into other areas such as Math, Writing, and Science. We will also discuss the Artist who created the inspiration of some of the projects that we will work on. Example activities are reflections, mini still life, action lines, symmetry patterns and more.
Supply Fee: $25.00 per student per year (to include all art materials)
Description: Brand new curriculum, new learning opportunities and loads of fun! Join us for another year full of art, education, skill development and self-expression! Artists will learn fundamental skills to cover accuracy of size, use of basic shape, proportions and value, contrast and tone, contour line, positive/negative space, composition, perspective, shading & texture. Students will expand their understanding of art terminology and enhance their use of color, design and composition skills. We will create our masterpieces with a variety of media. Throughout the year, we will have visiting artists who will cover a wide range of artistic talents and lead each class in one-of-a-kind projects.
Supply Fee: All student supplies are included in your tuition fee and will be provided each week.
Description: Brand new curriculum, new learning opportunities and loads of fun! Join us for another year full of art, education, skill development and self-expression! Artists will learn fundamental skills to cover accuracy of size, use of basic shape, proportions and value, contrast and tone, contour line, positive/negative space, composition, perspective, shading & texture. Students will expand their understanding of art terminology and enhance their use of color, design and composition skills. We will create our masterpieces with a variety of media. Throughout the year, we will have visiting artists who will cover a wide range of artistic talents and lead each class in one-of-a-kind projects.
Supply Fee: All student supplies are included in your tuition fee and will be provided each week.
Description: This is an introductory course in black & white and color photography. Students learn beginning photographic processes through the study of simple camera operation, film and related digital skills. Through the study of the history of photography, students become aware of the impact that photography has on our culture. Please note change: Students will NOT be creating the yearbook in this class. They will be the contributing photographers and the Computer/Graphic Design class will be developing our yearbook next year!
Tuition Fee: $375.00 per year/$37.50 per month
Lab Fee: $20/student per semester
Other Supplies: Working camera (either digital or film); repeat students will need Photo Shop Elements program (by January)
Description: Mankind has been expressing itself through art since the beginning of recorded history. This course is designed to educate students on the major periods of painting, sculpture and architecture from Egypt through Modern and Contemporary art. We will study many art periods that were Godly in purpose, such as Early Christian, Byzantine, Romanesque, Gothic, and Reformation. We will also learn about artists that have glorified God through their work. Additionally, students will learn a broad range of vocabulary related to the elements of design and traditional criteria used to analyze art. The main teaching resource for this course will be “God and the History of Art”, a homeschool curriculum written by Barry Stebbs.
Description: In a society where we have an ever-increasing tolerance to anything but absolute truth, this class will teach, train, and equip students how to live their daily lives in a way that allows them to see things through the lenses of God's unchanging truth. We will learn about and discuss a variety of major world religions so that students will know how to interact with people of various worldviews. Some of the topics will include:
--What is a worldview?
--Why should I care about my worldview?
--How is my worldview make a difference in life?
--How can I interact with others of different faiths/religions/worldviews?
--How can I build bridges instead of walls with my worldview?
--What does the Bible say about my worldview?
--What does a Christian believe?
--How does Christianity differ from other major worldviews/religions?
--Where is post-modernism, relativism, and post-Christianism seen today?
These and other issues will be covered in this informative and ultimately practical class. Students will come away not only with a sense of what is truth, but what is true and why.
Texts: A Bible (any readable version, but not The Message), other textbooks TBD
Description: Every Christian parent wants their son or daughter to read the Bible. But this class will take middle school students from simply reading to learning the Bible. We'll cover topics like how to study the Bible, developing a regular time of Bible reading, journaling, how to share what you've learned, how to apply God's Word to daily life, and more!
Texts: A Bible (any readable version, but not The Message or other paraphrases), other textbooks TBD Copy Fee: $10.00 per student per year
Description: Come join us for a broad study of the Bible from Genesis to Revelations. In this course your student will learn about the books of the Bible, who wrote them, when they were written, why and what their general theme is, miracles and prophecies which proves Jesus to be the Son of God. We will also learn about the long and tedious process in which the Bible was translated into English. There will be weekly vocabulary words , scripture memorization and a prayer notebook to be kept by each child. Age-appropriate creationism/apologetics will be included as well.
Texts: Student's personal Bible (no additional text required....worksheets provided by teacher)
Kindergarten through 4th Grade Core Curriculum Courses
***PLEASE NOTE: We are working towards separating the K-2 core subjects into more grade specific classes to better meet the needs of the differing academic levels of these young students. This is dependent upon both enrollment and confirming an extra classroom. Turning in your registration forms will allow us to make this happen!
K-2 Science/Social Studies
Teacher: Amy Bowen
Description: This class can be taken alone; however, the topics and concepts in this class are geared toward enhancing their literature. Students will engage in hands on science demonstrations, age appropriate reports and research, and learn world cultures and geography as they relate to the stories in Literary Adventures.
Maximum: 12 students
Text: Usborne’s My First Science Encyclopedia, and an additional SS workbook TBA
Description: This will be the core class in which all the K-2 classes branch from. Using the FIAR volume 2, students will embark on an exciting journey around the world through literature. In addition to enforcing reading skills, students will practice age appropriate writing, spelling, and vocabulary. As they learn about different characters, Bible/character lessons will also be introduced.
Maximum: 12 students
Text: Book list will be announced late spring. An additional workbook may be required..
Description: This class will explore the wonderful world of Astronomy which God created for our enjoyment. We will learn about the major structure of our solar system, details about the 9 (or is it 8???) planets, Earth’s moon, and much, much more. There will be several hands on activities and 1 or 2 projects throughout the year.
Maximum: 12 students
Text:God's Design for Life Series (3 books) These must be the newer edition that are in color! They provide much more wonderful pictures and information! These do not all need to be purchased at the same time. The teacher will contact during the summer to include the order the books will be used.)
Description: Literature will come alive in this class as we weave history and great books together. Juvenile books and chapter titles will be used to teach: history, characters, setting, mood, theme, vocabulary and more. We will use Beyond Five in a Row (does not need to be purchased) as a guide for the novel studies. There will also be hands on activities to accompany the literature.
Maximum: 12 students
Text: Books to be used will be announced soon but most can be found in the public library
BELOW IS INFORMATION FOR EACH CLASS. THE TEXTS LISTED NEED TO BE PURCHASED PRIOR TO THE FIRST CLASS. ALL COPY/LAB FEES ARE TO BE PAID DIRECTLY TO EACH TEACHER AND CAN BE BROUGHT TO THE FIRST CLASS.
Electives
K-2 Electives
Teacher: Amy Bowen
Description: Whereas this class can be taken alone, the rotation of elective subjects will be based upon the concepts that are taught in the FIAR curriculum in the K-2 core subject classes. In relation to these topics students will learn basic computer skills, simple Foreign Language vocabulary and letter tracing (for Asian languages), a culturally varied assortment of music, and applied math skills. The various components of the class will be intertwined with one another by theme, making them more meaningful to the student.
Description: In this class, students will take an educational trip around the globe. We will explore the traditions, fables, languages and music from the 7 continents through creative writing and illustrating, computer research, games, crafts and so much! We will end our journey back at home with a community service project. This course will reinforce the BFIAR curriculum and uses the “Creative and Crafty Writing” curriculum.
Description: Students will learn to run their own "bookstore", being responsbile for all the paperwork and math that goes along with it. The class will learn how to use Microsoft Word and Excel in different ways to help create documents to run their businesses. Students will keep inventory, make decisions on purchasing, maximizing profit, create sales flyers, pay bills, figure out tax amounts, and much more fun! The class will have access to computers during class, but students will need access to a computer and printer at home to complete some of their assignments. Please note that this class is NOT intended as full math class, but as a fun way to see how the math they've learned is used everyday and how to better utilize computer software.
Maximum: 12 students
Text: Your Business Math - Book Store version (available at www.simplycharlottemason.com)
Description: In this interactive class students will gain confidence, develop poise and new speaking skills by making oral presentations in class, and by practicing everyday oral communication skills. We’ll include activities to familiarize them with a few fundamentals of debate, such as how to do internet research, to think and listen critically, and how to speak clearly and winsomely. They will learn how to organize and present interesting, persuasive speeches, as well as how to prepare for competitive speech tournament events such as apologetics, impromptu speaking and dramatic interpretation of literature. Each student will also participate in a local homeschool speech tournament. Reliable internet access and basic keyboarding skills are required for participation. Parents are encouraged to sit in on classes whenever possible.
Text: TBD
Tuition Fee: $350.00 per year/$35.00 per month
CCofSE League Membership: $25-30 per family for the school year
Description: This interactive academic course will teach the fundamentals of policy debate. Students will learn how to organize and deliver well-written speeches, and how to prepare for competitive speech tournament events such as team policy debate, apologetics, impromptu speaking and dramatic interpretation of literature. The debate skills include Internet researching, critical thinking, constructing arguments, refutation, teamwork, managing preparation time, and cross-examination. We will schedule practice speech meets with other homeschool speech/debate groups, and each student will also participate in at least one local tournament. Reliable internet access and basic keyboarding skills are required for participation. Parents are encouraged to sit in on classes whenever possible.
Text: The Great Debate by Jonathan Wolfson
Tuition Fee: $475.00 per year/$47.50 per month
CCofSE League Membership: $25-30 per family for the school year
Description: The Physical Education/Games class will promote, stimulate, and guide the social, emotional and physical development of children. The curriculam provides opportunities to experience cooperation as a member of a group or team observing the rules of fair play and will instill good sportsmanship. It also offers the children opportunities to develop self-control and respect for others. The students will have a oppportunities to gain knowledge of basic skills through a variety of exercises, activities, and games that will help promote a healthy life style.
Description:This high school class will walk students through the steps to financial peace as developed by personal finance expert Dave Ramsey. The course reinforces 21st century learning skills thru activities requiring students to analyze, integrate, and apply new information to real-life problems and activities. Material is presented in an interactive format, requiring students to take an active role. The course will help them prepare for the ups and downs of money before they enter adulthood. It will include multiple assessments, in-depth student learning activities, cooperative and independent activities, and case studies reflecting real life examples. The goal is to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to make sound financial decisions for life. One semester course.
Text: Foundations in Personal Finance StudentWorkbook by Dave Ramsey (Financial Peace University)
Tuition Fee: $200.00 per year/$40.00 per month from August - December 2010 (note: If both Personal Finance and Economics are taken, there will be a discounted annual tuition fee of $375 for both classes.)
Description: This class will expose your student to the wonderful world of computers! The student will learn the basics of computers such as processing, programming, database, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, terms, social networking, telecommunications, multimedia presentations, and more. This class will also be responsible for creating and publishing CCA's yearbook using the techniques they learn in this course!
