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English

English Grammar & Writing/Phonics

Grade Level: K5-2nd

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: TBA

  • This course will guide your child to mastery in phonics, reading, spelling, grammar, and writing. We will be using the curriculum Sing, Spell, Read, and Write to accomplish this goal. It addresses every child's learning style through a multi-sensory approach. In addition, each child will get to dive into age and learning level appropriate books. Games and art will also be a part of each class to strengthen the skills learned in our weekly lesson. This is a comprehensive program which provides your children with all the tools they will need to succeed in a 3-year rotation. Students will love learning through the program's phonics songs, games, and fun exercises/routines that use music to build lasting skills. Related field trips are being considered.

  • You will not need to purchase any textbooks. We have purchased all the textbooks needed for this course.

    Your students will need:

    a three-ring binder (any color)

    a writing tablet

    a small box of crayons

    a small bottle of glue

    1 pair of safety scissors

    pencils

    an eraser

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

English Grammar and Writing/I.E.W.

(Institute for Excellence in Writing)

Grade Level: 3rd-5th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

  • This course establishes a foundation of the I.E.W. curriculum, which includes outlining, note-taking, summarizing, and essay writing. It also assists in establishing the fundamentals of the English language. The students will travel through a magic wardrobe and into a fantasy world named Narnia. They will fight alongside Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy to restore order throughout Narnia while learning how to develop keyword outlines. They will also travel to Soviet Russia where a boy named Sasha breaks Stalin’s nose. During this journey, the students will learn about the MLA Format and the different styles and dress-ups of the I.E.W. curriculum. After this, students will experience friendship, courage, and self-sacrifice with Wilbur as a result of his friend, Charlotte. Finally, students will experience a lesson in humility along with Mr. Toad, Ratty, Badger, and Mole.

  • Portable Walls For Structure and Style ISBN: 9781623413279

    Portable Walls Grammar on the Go ISBN: 9781623413828

    Books: TBA

    **Important Note**

    Please be sure to purchase the books using the above ISBN numbers because we will be reading some of these in class. The rest will be read at home.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

History

Early Modern History

Grade Level: 3rd-5th

Instructor: Mrs. Sarah Bearden

Day / Time: Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

  • Join us on a journey to make history come alive. Students will experience early modern history, from samurai becoming sumo wrestlers all the way to the wild Gold Rush, through interactive, hands-on activities/crafts. Through map work and discussion, students will begin to see the connection between how cultures and past world events have shaped the world they live in today. An interactive notebook, class discussion, quizzes, and tests will allow students to practice responsibility and accountability. Crafts, art, taste testing, demonstrations, experiments, and puzzles will be all be used to aid in the knowledge and appreciation of the history of the countries and cultures that make up our world. Weekly reading assignments will allow students to take control of their own learning experience outside of the classroom. Students will be encouraged to take notes in class and ask questions both during class time and during the week via phone, email, or by designated personal sessions. There will be homework each week that will be graded by both completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on tests, quizzes, and potential projects.  Related field trips are being considered. 

  • 3 ring binder

    Colored Pencils

    Book(s): Story of the World Vol. 3: Early Modern History   ISBN: 978-1945841446.

    This book can be purchased new or used online through Amazon.com, Abebooks.com, etc. Please make sure the ISBN or the ASIN numbers match. Each student will need a binder to create their own collection of their maps and projects throughout the year. 

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Mathematics

Grade Level: K5

Instructor: Mrs. Livia Michaels

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

  • This course will aid your child’s curiosity in numbers while building a strong arithmetic foundation at his/her early age. Your child will learn numbers concepts from 1-100 and practical skills including telling time, bill and coins value, using the calendar, and much more. Written and oral evaluations are also provided in the book to measure how well your child grasps these important concepts. The colorful pages will make learning numbers enjoyable for your child as he or she works through the book. Homework will be graded on accuracy as well as completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes and tests on concepts and math vocabulary taught. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section, so students are encouraged to ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions.

  • Abeka K5 grade level (2nd Edition) Item # 302503.

    You can purchase this book directly from their website at Abeka.com for a better deal. Be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Grade Level: 1st

Instructor: Mrs. Livia Michaels

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

  • This year, your child will be learning ordinal numbers, addition fact through 13, three-digit addition with carrying, two-digit subtraction, place values, and many more. Homework will be graded on accuracy as well as on completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes and tests on concepts and math vocabulary taught. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section, so students are encouraged to ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions.

  • Abeka 1st grade level (2nd Edition) and Speed Drills Workbook, Item # 373826. You can purchase these Arithmetic Child Kit books directly from their website at Abeka.com for a better deal. Be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Grade Level: 2nd

Instructor: Mrs. Livia Michaels

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

  • This course will help your child see the beauty of arithmetic in daily life. The work text is full of wonderful illustrations that make arithmetic fun for your second grader while the speed drills and test book will help him retain important principles of arithmetic. The basic concepts learned in first grade will be solidified and expanded. This year, your child will be learning addition and subtraction facts through 18, geometric and solid shapes, four-digit addition and subtraction, multiplication and division facts, rounding, unit fractions, and many more. Your child will develop his listening skills through dictation, and critical thinking skills through comparing quantities (measurements, graphs, and fractional parts) and story problems. With themes such as travel around the world, the jungle, and camping, your child will be curious about math even outside of arithmetic class. Homework will be graded on accuracy as well as on completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes and tests over concepts and math vocabulary taught. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section, so students are encouraged to ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions.

  • Abeka 2nd grade level (2nd Edition) and Speed Drills Workbook, Item # 373834.

    You can purchase these Arithmetic Child Kit books directly from their website at Abeka.com for a better deal. Be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Grade Level: 3rd

Instructor: Mrs. Livia Michaels

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

  • Help your child excel in arithmetic! This course utilizes a work text as well as tests and a speed drills book. The work text is full of wonderful illustrations that make arithmetic fun for your third grader while the speed drills and test book will help him/her retain important principles of arithmetic. Daily word problems, supplemental problems, and a handbook for terms and definitions in the back of the book provide ample opportunity for application and review. With this math program, we will help solidify your child’s understanding of multiplication and division, measurement conversions, fractions, and more. The text that we are utilizing has been put together for your convenience and to make your child’s experience with arithmetic a success. Homework will be graded on accuracy as well as on completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes and tests over concepts and math vocabulary taught. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section, so students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions.

  • Abeka 3rd grade level (6th Edition) and Speed Drills Workbook, Item #329525.

    You can purchase these Arithmetic Child kit books directly from their website at Abeka.com for a better deal. Be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Grade Level: 4th

Instructor: Mrs. Livia Michaels

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

  • This course kit utilizes a work text as well as tests and speed drills book. The work text is full of wonderful illustrations that make arithmetic fun for your fourth grader while the speed drills and test book will help him/her retain important principles of arithmetic. Daily word problems, supplemental problems, and a handbook for terms and definitions in the back of the book provide ample opportunity for application and review. Throughout this class, your child’s understanding of square measures, simple geometry, proper and improper fractions will be solidified. This year, your fourth grader will be learning about converting measures, factoring, divisibility rules, solving measurement equations, graphs drawing, and many more. The textbook that is utilized has been put together for your convenience and to make your child’s experience with arithmetic a success. Homework will be graded on accuracy as well as on completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes and tests over concepts and math vocabulary taught. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section, so students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions.

  • Abeka 4th grade level (4th Edition) and Speed Drills Workbook, Item #309494.

    You can purchase these Arithmetic Child Kit books directly from their website at Abeka.com for a better deal. Be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Grade Level: 5th

Instructor: Mrs. Livia Michaels

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

  • Dive into decimals and dividing fractions and many more mathematic concepts with Arithmetic 5. This course will utilize a work text as well as tests and a speed drills book. The work text is full of wonderful illustrations that make arithmetic fun for your fifth grader while the speed drills and test book will help him/her retain important principles of arithmetic. Supplemental problems, homework assignments, and a handbook for terms and definitions in the back of the book provide ample review and added implementation. Your child will be challenged with more advanced word problems, pre-algebra concepts, and basic geometry. This year, your child will learn how to multiply decimals, reverse factors, divide fractions, and so much more. This course text has been put together for your convenience and to make your child’s experience with arithmetic a success. Homework will be graded on accuracy as well as on completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes and tests on concepts and math vocabulary taught. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section, so students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions.

  • Abeka 5th grade level (4th Edition) and Speed Drills Workbook, Item #309524.

    You can purchase these Arithmetic Child Kit books directly from their website at Abeka.com for a better deal. Be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Science w/ Hands On Labs

Grade Level: K5-2nd

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Thursday at 2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

  • This exciting course will focus on Zoology making every day an adventure by taking your child on imaginary safari, jungles, deserts, forests, farms, and even their own backyards to explore examine and enjoy the enchanting creatures God designed to inhabit the terrain. Students will discover amazing animals from primates to parasites, kangaroos to caimans, and turtles to the terrifying T-Rex. Students will be performing hands-on labs to reinforce what has been learned in class. With a Christian perspective, this class is aimed to build a love of science and nature for each individual student. In order to reach our goal, this class will have a 3-year rotation of books to better prepare all our students for our middle school program. Students are encouraged to take notes in class and ask questions both during class time and during the week via phone, email, or by designated personal sessions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and also to review what was learned in class that week. Homework will be graded for both completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on tests, labs, and potential projects. Related field trips are being considered. 

  • Apologia Zoology 3: Land Animals of the 6th Day ISBN 9781932012859. Students will need a 1 inch 3-ring binder and notebook paper.

    You can purchase the textbook used through Amazon.com, Abebooks.com, half.com, Christianbooks.com, etc.

    Requirements: students need to be able to read and write independently. Parents should expect to spend 1 ½- 2 hours each week outside of class with their student on science “homework”.

  • $55 per month + $35 registration fee + $30 (one-time lab fee)

Grade Level: 3rd-5th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Thursday at 10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

  • This exciting course will focus on anatomy and physiology. Students will learn the parts of the body and how those parts work together which include molecules, cells, organs, muscles, and their chemical processes and functions. Students will be performing hands-on labs along with notebooking to reinforce what has been learned in class. With a Christian perspective, this class is aimed to build a love of science and nature for each individual student. In order to reach our goal, this class will have a 3-year rotation of books to better prepare all our students for our middle school program. Students are encouraged to take notes in class and ask questions both during class time and during the week via phone, email, or by designated personal sessions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and also to review what was learned in class that week. Homework will be graded for both completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on tests, labs, and potential projects. Related field trips are being considered.  

  • Apologia Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology ISBN 9781935495147 and Notebooking Journal ISBN 9781935495154. 

    You can purchase these textbooks used online through Amazon.com, Christianbooks.com, Apologia.com, etc. If you purchase these books through Apologia.com - please keep in mind that their website may not have ISBN numbers to be searched - search by name. Also, do NOT purchase the Junior Journal and make sure the ISBN numbers match when possible.

  • $55 per month + $35 registration fee + $30 (one-time lab fee)

Art

Elementary Art Class

Grade Level: K5-4th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Layne

Day / Time: Monday at 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

  • This course will give students the opportunity to learn technique while creating their own individual styles. Students will also explore color, line, value, and much more. They will have the opportunity to draw from life, as much as possible, while improving on their learned skills by observing the world around them. After all, we can think of our beautiful world as one big canvas created and painted by the magnificent hands of God, Our Master Artist. Students are encouraged to take notes in class and ask questions both during class time and during the week via phone, email, or by designated personal sessions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and also to review what was learned in class that week. Homework will be graded for both completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on oral/written tests and potential projects. Related field trips are being considered.

  • Supply list:

    sketchbook (at least 9 X 12)

    watercolor artist paper (at least 9 X 12)

    paint brushes (several sizes in round and flat)

    Pentel oil pastels set (at least 16 colors or more)

    Prang watercolor paint set (at least 16 colors)

    Pentel colored pencil set (at least 12 count)

    eraser

    pencil sharpener

    several #2 pencils.

    You can find these supplies for reasonable prices at Michaels Arts and Crafts, Hobby Lobby, Walmart, and Dollar Tree stores.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Drama

Grade Level: K5-4th

Instructor: Mrs. Kimberly Tisdale

Day / Time: Monday at 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

  • Why teach drama to elementary school kids? Well, because it's fun, of course! More than just fun, drama opens a whole world of creative thinking, problem solving, positive self-image, communication, cooperation, and a plethora of other positive learning experiences in a safe environment designed to incorporate and encourage group building and ensemble. In the fall, we will use workshops to explore aspects of drama and acting such as spatial awareness, movement, expression and gesture. We will also explore character, storytelling, pantomime, and more! The first semester will end with an in-class performance that will help prepare students for a spring production in April or May (date TBA). It's going to be an exciting year in our elementary drama class as we learn to worship God through His gift of theater. Come "play" with us at MHA!

    Please note: Rehearsals are necessary to the performance process and should be a priority for any drama student. The more rehearsals your child attends the better their performance. There WILL BE 4-8 required rehearsals outside of class during the spring semester. Every effort will be made to ensure this is an easy process for everyone.


    Drama productions typically generate costs not covered by course fees--rentals, set properties, supplies and more.  Like many performance organizations, we will charge a Production Fee to offset and share these costs among participants.  This fee will be determined by the number of actors in the class.  Discounts will be offered for families with more than one child in Drama classes.  This fee can be paid all at once at the beginning of the year or in two halves at the beginning of each semester.

  • There is a script fee for your child's spring performance. This fee will be $12 or less and will be due when scripts are ordered.


    Students need to bring a 3-ring binder (1/2 to 1 inch), paper, dividers, pens, pencils, and their script to class.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Foreign Languages

American Sign Language (ASL)

Grade Level: K5-1st

Instructor: TBA

Day/Time: TBA

American Sign Language (ASL)

Grade Level: 2nd-4th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Monday at 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • In this course, students will be learning beginning vocabulary and basic Deaf culture. For this particular grade level, this course will include and address the visual gestural language by using illustrations and scripts for signed sequences. Students will have drills on gestural exercises taught in class. Throughout the semesters, there will be several short dialogues which review the language structures discussed in the preceding class lessons. Students are encouraged to take notes in class whenever possible and ask questions both during class time and during the week via phone, email, or by designated personal sessions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and also to review what was learned in class the previous week. Homework will be graded for both completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on tests and potential projects. Related field trips are being considered.

  • You will not need to purchase any materials for this class.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

  • In this course, students will be learning beginning vocabulary and basic Deaf culture. For this particular grade level, this course will include and address the visual gestural language by using illustrations and scripts for signed sequences. Students will have drills on gestural exercises taught in class. Throughout the semesters, there will be several short dialogues which review the language structures discussed in the preceding class lessons. Students are encouraged to take notes in class whenever possible and ask questions both during class time and during the week via phone, email, or by designated personal sessions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and also to review what was learned in class the previous week. Homework will be graded for both completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on tests and potential projects. Related field trips are being considered.

  • You will not need to purchase any materials for this class.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Japanese (Not Offered This Year)

Grade Level: 2nd-5th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: TBA

Spanish

Grade Level: 2nd-4th

Instructor: Mrs. Sarah Bearder

Day / Time: Monday at 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • In this course, we will focus on learning through immersion! Students will listen to songs, movies, and stories in Japanese in class and on their own at home to encourage learning. We will also cover the basics of hiragana, katakana, and a few kanji throughout the year, along with a variety of vocabulary.

    NOTE: Mrs. Autumn Skiles has moved to the state of Pennsylvania and will continue to teach this class online through Google Meet. If your child has a class before or after this class, we will facilitate a classroom with adult supervision.

  • My First Hiragana Book: Learn Japanese for Kids, Bilingual (English/Japanese), Japanese Education, ISBN 9798743172467

    My First Katakana Book: Learn Japanese for kids, Bilingual (English/Japanese), Japanese Education, ISBN‎ 9798452946144

    You can purchase these books through Amazon.com. Make sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

  • This class will be a gentle introduction to Spanish. The class will not be completely conducted in Spanish because we believe that it would be too stressful for some children to comprehend, but as the class grows in understanding, the teacher will speak to them more and more in Spanish. When speaking to the children in Spanish, a limited vocabulary will be used and strive (by actions, pictures, or words) to make sure the children understand the meaning. Songs and simple pieces of literature will be utilized to expose the students to authentic language. Lots of games will also be played. Initially, the teacher will be the one talking the most; the students will be asked to show understanding non-verbally at first. After four or five months, the children will be encouraged to speak in Spanish, first words, then short sentences. If young students are given enough time to listen to the language, they will develop a better ear for the sounds and have a better accent later. At this level, since some students may still be learning to read in English and to avoid confusion, written language will be limited. The curriculum includes lots of comprehensive input, covers common topics (the family, pets, the weather, etc.), and is lots of FUN for the students.

  • The Sonrisas curriculum has been chosen for this age group. We have purchased all the curriculum necessary for our program.

    Items Needed:

    Notebook

    Pencils

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Knitting

Grade Level: 3rd-5th

Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Young

Day / Time: Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.

  • In this course, students will learn basic stitches, how to knit in the round (think 'hats' and socks', etc.), and how to hold their hook or needles in the way that works best for them. They will make beautiful projects that look much more complicated than they really are. Students will also learn to read and write patterns so they can re-visit some of their favorite creations, or find new ones. For Christmas, they will create 'Love Projects' that will be given to the elderly and the homeless.

  • 2 skeins of "I Love This Yarn" brand synthetic yarn from Hobby Lobby, one being multicolored, the other being a solid color that matches the multicolor. Please avoid solid black because it is much harder to see the stitches when using very dark colors.

    1 crochet hook, size I-9

    1 set of ChiaoGoo brand (preferred) circular knitting needles, size 8. This brand uses a metal wire coated with plastic for the cord that goes between the needles. Other brands use a plastic cord that usually gets in the way of making the stitches. We want new and seasoned artisans to stay encouraged throughout their projects. They are available at Amazon.com.

    1 darning needle (plastic or metal) for working in ends

    1 pair small scissors sharp enough to cut yarn well

    1 row counter

    1 stitch marker - we recommend getting 1 small bag of safety pin bulb stitch markers. These markers are made of thin metal in the shape of a light bulb, with a safety pin open and close end. They can be added to any part of the project at any time, and used for crocheting in addition to knitting. The thinness of the metal helps prevent 'laddering' in your knitting.

    Recommended, but not required: a small bag or box to keep supplies organized.

  • $55/month + $35 registration fee

Beginner Music

Grade Level: K5-4th

Instructor: Mr. Mark Michaels

Day / Time: Monday at 11:20 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

  • This class provides opportunities for students to be creative while working with others. Our goal is to help students become comfortable sharing their singing and other musical talents in a creative and spontaneous environment. Join us this year, as we introduce students to the wonderful world of music! This class is designed to introduce students to basic music history and listening skills as we hear and discuss music from the Baroque to the Modern Era. We will also focus a large part of our class time on basic note and rhythm reading skills as students learn how to play the recorder and how to write short songs on their own. Concepts covered will include rhythm, melody, steady beat, musical notation, pitch, form, timbre, composition, tempo, dynamics, intervals, and solfege. Activities will include singing, moving, listening, performing, composing/improvising, playing various instruments, recorders, and reading/writing music. Students will be given 1-2 pages of homework each week which counts as part of their grade. They will also be expected to practice their recorders 5-10 minutes most days of the week. Related field trips are being considered.

  • Yamaha YRS-24B Plastic Soprano Recorder, Natural 14.00 x 2.00 x 2.00 ASIN # B00EJF5Y26.

    You can purchase this recorder from Amazon.com. Make sure the ASIN numbers match.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Physical Education

Grade Level: K5-5th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: Wednesday at 12:20 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

  • Our PE program consists of a short devotional followed by warm ups, stretches, calisthenics, sport of the week, and so much more. We teach over the fundamentals of baseball/softball, soccer, flag football, basketball, volleyball, and tennis. Every PE student will not only be strengthened physically, but also spiritually as we strive to fulfill God's calling by starting each class with a prayer and a short Bible devotional using the "Sticky Situations" book for our elementary school age group. In keeping a well rounded program, we have also incorporated several field trips per semester which consist of swimming, hiking/canoeing, horseback riding, and so much more. At the end of the year, every child receives a certificate of participation and a few will receive a metal and/or trophy for a special recognition and excellence in the class. Through this program, all our students can also enjoy interacting with one another and building lasting friendships, while at the same time working on keeping their minds and bodies healthy through exercise as we work on strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility, and agility.

  • No materials required. You’re all set!

  • TBA

Robotics

Grade Level: 3rd-5th

Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Young

Day / Time: Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

  • Build, code & play with Robots! This class starts with 8-10 weeks of robotics where we'll lead students through building with gears, axles, dc motors, switches, IR sensors, LEDs, servo motors and the Arduino mainboard. Every few weeks, we'll build a different robot and use those robots in an activity or competition. Examples include the Knight Robot for battle bots, Flag Football bot, Soccer Bot and Wand Following Bot. As students become adept at building robots, we'll then introduce coding concepts. Students will learn how to use loops, wait statements, IF-THEN-ELSE statements and more to control their robots. Each coding class will have a challenge that will teach our young engineers how to use Scratch coding to make their robots complete a task autonomously.

  • Students will need their own laptops with Windows 10 or higher to be able to download our program.

  • $65 per month per child + $35 registration fee

Typing / Computer Skills

(NOT OFFERED THIS YEAR)

Grade Level: 4th-5th

Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Young

Day / Time: TBA

  • This course will teach students the basic skills to use and operate computers. The class will focus on typing, Microsoft Word, and basic email etiquette; however, there will be an introduction to Power Point and Excel as well. Classes will consist of a short lecture introducing new terms, a short quiz, and an activity to apply what they have learned. Throughout the week, students will be expected to practice their keyboarding skills and the skills learned in each lesson. Students will also learn the importance of internet safety with interactive games. By the end of this course, students will be able to properly operate a computer and be able to type 10-20 words per minute.

  • Materials required for Typing Class: Each student will need a laptop that has internet capabilities, along with a power cable that will be brought to each class. The laptop will need to contain a word processing program (i.e. Word, Word Perfect, etc.)

    Parents will need to create an account for their child at typing.com so that their progress is recorded. Homework should be emailed to the teacher every week. Our goal is for the students to learn to type without having to look at the keyboard by the end of the school year. This will be accomplished through lessons, homework, fun typing games, and challenges, and will give them skills to last a lifetime.

  • $55 per month per child + $35 registration fee