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English

English Literature & Composition/I.E.W.

(Institute for Excellence in Writing)

(Students experienced in IEW Skills can take this course)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Emily DeCastro

Day / Time: Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.

  • This course continues to establish a strong foundation for the I.E.W. curriculum, which includes outlining, note-taking, summarizing, and essay writing. It will enhance the student's abilities in grammar, essay writing, poetry, and literature. It provides opportunities for students to learn the elements of an essay while focusing on various novels and poetry. Students will develop skills pertaining to composition and the parts of an essay. The students will study C.S. Lewis and examine envy, betrayal, loss, blame, grief, guilt, and conversion while he reminds us of our own fallibility and the role of a higher power in our lives. Students will also contemplate what we would do if, after crying out for divine help, God actually appeared before us. Students will then be asked to question every value they have taken for granted and to reexamine their most deeply held beliefs. Next, students will visit Animal Farm with George Orwell and learn about how his dystopian vision of a government will do anything to control the narrative. Finally, students will follow Shakespeare through his Comedy of Errors.

  • Binder/notebook with lined paper

    Folder Required Materials:

    *Portable Walls For Structure and Style ISBN: 9781623413279

    *Portable Walls Grammar on the Go ISBN: 9781623413828

    Myers, Lesha. The Elegant Essay Student Book. Locust Grove, OK. Institute for Excellence in Writing. 2011. ISBN: 9780977986019

    Required Novels:

    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 assigned for homework.

    Students will be required to print files from the google classroom and take notes.

  • $75 per month + $45 application fee

Introduction to I.E. W.

(Institute for Excellence in Writing)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Emily DeCastro

Day / Time: Wednesday at 1:40 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Poetry Forms

Grade Level: 9th - 12th

Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Young

Day/Time: Wednesday 3:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • This class establishes the 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 learn about the events of September 11, 2001, while learning about keyword outlines. They will also witness life through the eyes of a young girl, as her father—a crusading local lawyer—risks everything to defend a black man unjustly accused of a terrible crime and learn about the different elements of the I.E.W. curriculum such as the MLA format and various stylistic techniques. During their journeys, they will also learn about the generosity of Oskar Schindler and the life of Benjamin Franklin. Finally, students will take a trip to sea a battle with a giant marlin.

  • *Portable Walls For Structure and Style ISBN: 9781623413279

    *Portable Walls Grammar on the Go ISBN: 9781623413828

    Required Novels:

    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.

  • $75 per month + $45 application fee

  • From Sonnets to Sestinas, students will study a variety of poetry forms, see and hear samples, and then write in that form. Students will also learn the art of positive critique, and how to incorporate ekphrasis into their inspiration experience.

    This book is a reference guide to various forms of poetry with entries arranged in alphabetical order. Each entry defines the form and gives its history, examples, and suggestions for usage. Approximately 19 teaching poets have written 76 entries on traditional and modern poetic forms. The Handbook succinctly defines the forms, summarizes their histories, quotes good examples (both ancient and modern), and offers professional tricks of the trade on how to use each form.

  • The Teachers & Writers Handbook of Poetic Forms (Green Book). ISBN: 9780915924608.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through AbeBooks.com, half.com, Amazon.com, etc.

    Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month + $45 application fee

History

History Project

United States History

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Katherine Shanks

Day / Time: Thursday at 9:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. 

  • The goal of this class is for each student to develop a love for the history of the United States from a Christ centered perspective. We want each student to walk away with an understanding of where we came from so they can embrace where we are going. Students will not only read and discuss the history of how the United States was created, but will learn from people who lived these historical events. Students will learn about the development of the United States as a nation in order for them to become informed and empowered citizens. The course begins with early American settlement, then moves on through the formation and early years of the nation, the Constitution, and the many challenges that have threatened survival. Students will develop their critical thinking skills while using the Socratic Method as they learn to use their knowledge of the nation’s history to make informed decisions about issues on a local, state, and national level. 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.

  • Book(s):

    Notgrass, Ray. Exploring America Part 1: Columbus through Reconstruction. Notgrass Company; First Edition (January 1, 2014). ISBN: 9781609990664

    Notgrass, Ray. Exploring America Part 2: Late 1800s To the Present. Notgrass Company; First Edition (January 1, 2014). ISBN: 9781609999995

    These books can be purchased online through notgrass.com. Amazon.com, etc.

    Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

History Project

World History & Geography

Grade Level: 10th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Katherine Shanks

Day / Time: Thursday at 11:00 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.

  • This course is a classical approach to history with an emphasis on analysis! Designed for students to practice and develop learning skills., students will journey on a trip around the globe as they study history from creation to today. In World History, your student will develop an understanding of World history trends, philosophies, and events through the use of:

    Critical thinking questions based roughly on Bloom's Taxonomy

    Examinations of historical theories surrounding a period or topic

    Clarified terms, concepts, and theories to be learned

    History makers who clearly changed the course of history

    Overviews and insights into world views.

    Historical content covered in this volume includes the study of Mesopotamia, the Jewish Exile, Egyptian Life, Greece, Life in Athens, Roman Life, Early Church history, Indian (South Asian) History, Persian History, Chinese History, the Middle Ages, the Crusades, the Renaissance, the Reformation, German History, the World Wars, and South Africa. 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 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.

  • Notgrass, Ray. Exploring World History Part 1: Creation Through Middle Ages. ISBN: 9781609990619.

    Notgrass, Ray. Exploring World History Part 2: The Renaissance To the Present. ISBN: 9781609990626.

    These books can be purchased online through notgrass.com. Amazon.com, etc.

    Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Mathematics

Algebra 1

Grade Level: 8th-9th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at

1:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

  • This course is the beginning of the high school math curriculum. We will review the students’ math knowledge up to this point and then expand on that by covering topics such as equations, functions, real numbers, inequalities, exponents, quadratics, polynomials, factoring, rational, and irrational numbers, as well as radicals, etc. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section. Students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions. Homework will be given following each class and will be graded for both accuracy and completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes, tests, and potential projects. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers.

    Pre-requisite: Pre-Algebra

  • McDougal Littell Algebra 1 by Larson, Boswell, and Kanold (2001) ISBN 0395937760.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through AbeBooks.com, half.com, Amazon.com, etc.

    Please make sure the ISBN numbers match. Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

    Scientific calculators (Texas Instrument 30) and graph paper is required for this course.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Algebra 2

Grade Level: 10th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at

10:30 a.m.- 11:45 a.m.

  • This course is a study of the complex number system and its properties, factorization, simplification of radicals and polynomials, linear and quadratic functions, graphs and equations, matrices, determinants, rational expressions, probability, and statistics, etc. The text we will be using will give basic examples of the information taught in class for each section. Students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions. Homework will be given following each class and will be graded for both accuracy and completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes, tests, and potential projects. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers.

    Pre-requisite: Algebra 1

  • McDougal Littell Algebra 2 (2001) ISBN 0395937787.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through AbeBooks.com, half.com, Amazon.com, etc. Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

    Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

    Graphing calculators (Texas Instrument 83, 84, or N-Spire), graph paper, protractors, and compasses may be utilized occasionally during this course, but advanced noticed will be given before they will be needed in class.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Consumer Math

Grade Level: 8th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Tuesday & Thursday at

3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • This course uses math skills in real life situations like shopping, calculating taxes, estimating monthly budget, calculating interest rate for a loan, and more. It will help students gain a strong understand of today's key mathematical concepts and learn how to use math for success in business today. This reader-friendly approach will help students overcome any math anxiety and confidently master mathematical concepts. A proven step-by-step instructional model allows students to progress through one topic at a time without being intimidated or overwhelmed. Learning features connect the topics they are learning to the latest business news and even provide helpful personal money tips. Students can immediately practice concepts and hone essential skills. The practices introduce each new topic and provide worked-out solutions to help them start homework, while offering detailed interactive explanations. Teaching students about spending, saving and other aspects of "money math" will prepare them to make better financial decisions.

  • Consumer Math for Christian School (2nd Edition) ISBN 9781579248925.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through Amazon.com, Abebooks.com, etc. Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

    Scientific calculators (Texas Instrument 30) and graph paper may be utilized occasionally during this course, but advanced notice will be given before they will be needed in class.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Geometry

Grade Level: 9th-10th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays at

12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

  • This course is heavily tested on in the standardized test community for colleges and covers lots of critical thinking, therefore, it is considered a very important subject in the high school math curriculum. We will build on the students’ math knowledge by studying patterns and reasoning as well as many other topics including proofs, lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, transformations, similarity, trigonometric ratios, circles, area, volume of various solids, etc. 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. Homework will be given following each class and will be graded for both accuracy and completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes, tests, and potential projects. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers.

    Pre-requisite: Algebra 1

  • Book(s):

    McDougal Littell Geometry (2001) ISBN 0395937779.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through AbeBooks.com, half.com, Amazon.com, etc.

    Please make sure the ISBN numbers match. Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

    Graphing calculators (Texas Instrument 83, 84, or N-Spire), graph paper, protractors, and compasses may be utilized occasionally during this course, but advanced notice will be given before they will be needed in class.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Pre-Calculus (Not Offered)

Grade Level: 11th-12th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: TBA

  • This course provides a firm foundation of basic calculus and trigonometry. It includes topics common to college algebra, such as functions and their graphs, trigonometric equations, intercepts and symmetry, ellipses and parabolas, reference triangles, complex numbers, limits, vectors, linear algebra, conics, and more! The textbook we will be using will give detailed explanations, practical applications, ample practice problems, and basic examples of the information taught in class for each section. Precalculus with Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry will prepare your student for more advanced mathematical adventures. Students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions during class and during the week via email, phone, or by designated personal sessions. Homework will be given following each class and will be graded for both accuracy and completion. Students will also be graded on quizzes, tests, and potential projects. Partial credit may be awarded if solid effort is shown with work to support their answers.

    Pre-requisites: Geometry and Algebra 2

  • Book(s):

    Abeka Precalculus with Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry.

    You can purchase this book used online starting at $2.48 through Amazon.com, AbeBooks.com, half.com, etc.

    Please make sure to purchase the yellow book.

    Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

    If you need any help finding the correct book, please contact us and we will be happy to help.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Personal Finance (Spring Semester)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Katherine Shanks

Day / Time: Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. 

  • "Why learn to manage my money? I'm just a teenager; I don't have much of it anyway."

    Sounds reasonable, but it's not.

    Think about this: The average American teenager spends $3,000 per year. At the end of high school, that means you'll have spent $21,000. Do you know where you're spending it?

    While $3,000 per year is most likely a lot less than your parents spend, you should still be able to:

    Pay fair prices for quality items

    Avoid being ripped off by misleading ads and salespeople

    Stay out of debt

    Save up for a car, college, or your own business

    Give money that will make a difference in the world

    Have money to do fun things with your friends

    Larry Burkett and Todd Temple will show you how to take back the control of your money. You'll learn skills that will help you right now and prepare you for a successful financial future. Imagine what can happen when, as a teenager, you begin spending your money wisely. Your student 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.

    About the Author:

    LARRY BURKETT (1939-2003) was a well-known authority on business and personal finance. He also had a worldwide radio ministry. Larry founded Christian Financial Concepts and served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Crown Financial Ministries.

  • Book(s):

    Money Matters Workbook for Teens ISBN: 9780802463463.

    You can purchase this book used online through Amazon.com, AbeBooks.com, half.com, etc. Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Science

Anatomy & Physiology w/ Hands-On Labs

Grade Level: 11th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Fish

Day / Time: Tuesday at 2:40 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • This course is fun to teach and easy to study. It is wonderful for students pursuing a medical profession, but also for students who are interested in learning about the human body and its functions. With unsurpassed clarity, content, and completeness, this course delivers a concise presentation of must-know content with a superb art program that assures mastery. This course is exactly what students need to begin their education with a firm foundation in anatomy and physiology. Students will learn about every system of the body, cells, tissues and membranes, senses, blood, body temperature and metabolism, fluid-electrolyte and acid-base balance, human development and genetics, and microbiology and human disease, among others. Students will find that this course meets the challenges of health care today and delivers classroom-ready learning for nursing and allied health students in a variety of disciplines. 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. Each week in class, we will make a great effort to perform and complete hands-on labs and class lectures to encourage class discussions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and to review what was learned in class during that particular 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.

    Pre-requisite:

    Biology

  • Book(s):

    Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology (6th Edition) ISBN 9780803622562

    Student Workbook for Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology ISBN 9780803623248

    You can purchase these books used online through Amazon.com, Abebooks.com, half.com, etc.

    Please be sure to order the 6th edition and that the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee + $30 lab fee

Biology w/Hands-On Labs

Grade Level: 10th-11th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Fish

Day / Time: Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. -12:20 p.m.

  • In this course, your student will gain an appreciation of God’s creativity and the world around them as they discover how the designs of the simplest living things point to the fingerprints of the Creator. This biology course covers the science and chemistry of life, ecology, cell structure and function, cellular energy, DNA, and genetics, evolution, prokaryotes, and viruses, protists and fungi, plant diversity and reproduction, plant structure and function, and the biology of various types of animals.

    Your student will learn:

    Scientific principles while seeing evidence of God’s creation

    How to think critically beyond the textbook and contextualize to real-life

    How to conduct experiments methodically and interpret results

    How to design their own experiments from beginning (concept) to end (results interpretation)

    How to hold a logical discussion on God and science based on facts and beliefs

    How to utilize the proper scientific method in a detailed and engaging way.

    How to record data and report it.

    How to read, create, and utilize several types of graphs (a skill that is found on SAT and ACT exams!).

    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. Each week in class, we will make a great effort to perform and complete hands-on labs and class lectures to encourage class discussions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and 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. Dissections will also be included in this course. Related field trips are being considered.

  • Book(s):

    Apologia Exploring Creation with Biology 3rd Edition (2020) ISBN 1946506451.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through Amazon.com, half.com, Abebooks.com, etc.

    If you cannot find it through those websites, they can be purchased straight from Apologia.com.

    Please be sure the ISBN numbers match. Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee + $30 one-time lab fee

Chemistry w/Hands-on Labs

Grade Level: 11th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Fish

Day / Time: Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. -2:20 p.m.

  • This course is designed to provide students with a working understanding of chemistry while also preparing them for college-level studies and the ACT. In this course, they will learn measurement, units, and the scientific method, atoms and molecules, atomic structure, molecular structure, polyatomic ions and molecular geometry, They will also learn about changes in matter and chemical reactions and how to describe chemical reactions. Along with this, they will learn about acid-base chemistry, the chemistry of solutions, thermodynamics, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, and more. This curriculum is written for your student in a conversational tone. They will be intellectually challenged, but also supported as they work through science concepts and thought-provoking experiments. This chemistry course provides an in-depth introduction to the methods and concepts of general chemistry, as well as a ton of chemistry lab experiments that will help take your student’s learning even further! 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. Each week in class, we will make a great effort to perform and complete hands-on labs and class lectures to encourage class discussions. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material that will be discussed in class the following week and 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. Because math is a big part of chemistry, we recommend that students who take this course be proficient in algebra. Related field trips are being considered.

    Pre-requisite: Algebra 1 and Biology

  • Book(s):

    Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry (3rd Edition) ISBN: 9781940110257.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through Amazon.com, Abebooks.com, half.com, etc.

    If you cannot find them through those websites, they can be purchased straight from Apologia.com.

    Please be sure the ISBN numbers match. Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee + $30 one-time lab fee

Physical Science w/Hands-On Labs

Grade Level: 9th-10th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: TBA

  • In this course, your student will investigate, discover, recognize, appreciate, discuss, and understand the wonders of Creation. Topics include Basic Science, Chemistry (Properties and States of Matter, Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table, Chemical Bonds, Reactions and Energy), Physics (Motion – Forces, Energy, Waves and Sound, Light, Electricity and Magnetism), Earth Science (Our Earth, Our Atmosphere and Beyond), Chemistry and Physics in the Life Sciences, and Physical Science Research. We believe that your student’s education should prepare them for life–not just academics. Therefore, this curriculum is designed to give your student a basic understanding of the world that surrounds them and the real-world relevance of scientific inquiry through the beauty of Creation. When we offer our students experiments that move beyond the science text, their learning expands and they own their own discoveries. Lab exercises are conducted throughout each module so that your student has hands-on lab experience that goes along with their study. Each lab has been designed to work easily in a homeschool environment. They can see that our world is not as random as it seems as they can observe a phenomenon, ask questions, and methodically seek for the answers. Science no longer is just a class–it is a means to discover their world. Students will build confidence and a foundational understanding of high school level science. Students are encouraged to take notes in class and ask questions both during class time and during the week via email, phone, or by designated appointment times. There will be homework each week to both introduce new material to be discussed in class the following week and also to review what was learned in class during that particular week. Homework will be graded for both completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on tests, labs, and potential projects.

    This course is designed to be taken before high school Biology.

    Related field trips are being considered.

  • Book(s):

    Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science 3rd Edition (2020) ISBN: 9781946506511

    Student Notebook ISBN: 9781946506542. Not mandatory but only supplementary.

    You can purchase these books new or used online through Amazon.com, half.com, Abebooks.com, etc.

    If you cannot find them through those websites, they can be purchased straight from Apologia.com.

    Please be sure the ISBN numbers match. Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee + $30 one-time lab fee

Social Studies

Applied Psychology

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Amy Kyriakidis

Day / Time: Wednesday at 1:40 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • Students will delve into Psychology through a Christian world lens. They will be introduced to the study of the human mind and will prepare for the worldview challenges embedded in modern psychology's theories and schools of thought. Students will gain an understanding of how the Christian worldview contrasts with the psycho-dynamic, behavioristic, humanistic, and evolutionary perspectives. They will learn about the history of psychology, as well as current theories on motivation, emotion, development, memory, sensation, abnormal psychology, social psychology, and treatment. Students will also become better aware of their emotional health and intelligence through the application. They will learn about the relationship between the brain and emotions and how to form better habits through the utilization of this knowledge.

  • Book(s):

    Chapman, Gary. A Teen’s Guide to the 5 Love Languages. Moody Publishers, 20 Apr., 2016. ISBN: 9780802414359

    Rice, Tim. Bring Your Christian Worldview to Psychology Class. Rocking R Ventures Publishing Inc. 2019. ISBN: 9780981558783

    Rice. Tim. Psychology: A Christian Perspective. Rocking R Ventures Publishing Inc. ISBN: 9780981558721

    You can purchase these books online through Amazon.com and through the author at https://homeschoolpsychology.com/

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Economics (Fall Semester)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mr. Frank Johnson

Day / Time: Wednesday at 3:10 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.

  • This course introduces and explores key principles of economics from household purchases to the stock market. Students will learn about issues related to national economic systems and policies. 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 on completion and accuracy. Students will also be graded on tests, quizzes, and potential projects. Even though the text also includes sections of personal finance, these will be covered in our Person Finance course.

    Course prerequisites: Algebra I (or Pre-Algebra) and U.S. History (or Government).

  • Book(s):

    Bob Jones Economics (2nd Edition - 2009) ISBN: 9781591664116.

    You can purchase this book used online through Amazon.com, AbeBooks.com, half.com, etc. Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Government (Fall Semester)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Katherine Shanks

Day / Time: Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.

  • This Notgrass Exploring Government curriculum is a one-semester (half-credit) high school course that covers the government of the United States from its beginning to the present with a special emphasis on the Biblical pattern for government and the U.S. Constitution. Students will learn about federal, state, and local government and become better equipped to understand our country's government as they learn about contemporary issues facing our nation today. This class will facilitate respectful conversation and logical debate. Students will need to be comfortable presenting on issues that may contradict their personal beliefs. All material will be handled from a Biblical Worldview. Assignments will be turned in on Google Classroom throughout the week, not necessarily only on class day. Students will participate in the Living Wax Museum in the Spring as part of their overall grade. Related field trips are being considered.

  • Book(s):

    Notgrass Exploring Government Curriculum Kit/Package (2016) ISBN: 9781609990985.

    You can purchase these books used online through Amazon.com, AbeBooks.com, half.com, McKays, etc. Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Art Appreciation with Digital Bonus

High School Art Classes

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Layne

Day / Time: Monday at 11:40 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 

  • This course will focus on art history lessons combined with a studio art component. Students will have the opportunity to study and research a variety of famous painters from history while learning how to emulate these styles from the past. This class will properly assist students in performing master studies building on technique. Various media will be utilized to help us accomplish this goal, including digital art media. The digital art portions of this class are optional, and students who opt out of the digital art projects will be assigned other art media to complete their project. Students will be encouraged to build on their creativity while stocking quality portfolio pieces. Portfolio guidance for art school bound high school students will be offered as well. 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 and potential projects. Related field trips are being considered.

  • Book(s):

    Art in Focus ISBN # 0078685451 (The Art History book is optional depending on your goals for high school credit).

    You can purchase this book new or used online through Amazon.com, Abebooks.com, half.com, etc. Please be sure the ISBN number matches.

    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)

    Master's Touch Acrylic Paint set (18 piece set)

    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.

    Digital Art Supplies Include:

    Tablet that supports and updated version of Procreate

    A stylus pen with palm rejection compatible with your tablet. (i.e. Apple pencil or generic brand / Active Stylus Pen)

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Band

Grade Level: 6th-12th

Instructor: Mr. Mark Michaels

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

  • This course will involve students playing in an ensemble with various musical instruments and vocals. The pre-requisite for this class is that students should have completed beginner and intermediate studies for the instruments they want to play. Students need to have a basic knowledge of chart reading. Completion of this course will count as one fine arts credit. Students will be required to bring their own instruments and music stands to class, with the exception of keyboards and certain percussion instruments. Music charts will be provided. The charts will be low to medium difficulty level. We will consider a higher level of difficulty depending on students’ level of training. This is a wonderful and fun way to get aspiring musicians together in a group setting to see, hear, and learn from the teacher and each other.

    There will be some field trips for students to have the opportunity to see and hear live musicians perform. These field trips are optional.

  • Black Three-Ring Binder

    Instruments

    Music Stand

    Battery-Operated Stand Light

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Computer Aided Design (CAD) (Fall Semester)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: TBA 

  • This course will guide students through the basics of CAD (Computer Aided Design) using FreeCAD (3D parametric modeler). While this software suite can do much more than what this class will cover, this class aims to focus solely on part design and to combine the electronic designs from Robotics and Programming in order to bring them into reality. Any robot designed will remain a pile of parts without a physical case to hold them, therefore, this class will aim to remedy this particular state.

  • Requirements: NONE. Robotics and Programming are NOT pre-requisites for this class and can be taken separately if desired.

    Equipment Needed:

    Computer running Windows or Mac OS with 2GB of free space

    A digital micrometer

    Webcam

    A second monitor

    A high-speed internet connection

    A 3D accelerated GPU is not required, but it is recommended

    A 3D printer is not required, but it is recommended. If no 3D printer can be purchased, a 3rd party can print CAD designs for a fee.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Computer Programming (Fall Semester)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: TBA 

  • This course will provide our students with a solid introduction to programming with Python. Developed by computer science instructors, this book will teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. Students will acquire the skills needed for practical Python programming applications and will learn how these skills can be put to use in real-world scenarios. Throughout the chapters, students will see code samples that illustrate concepts presented. At the end of each chapter, students will find a complete game that demonstrates the key ideas in the chapter, a summary of the chapter, and a set of challenges that tests their newfound knowledge. By the end of this course, students will be well versed in Python and be able to apply the basic programming principles learned to the next programming language they decide to pursue.

    NOTE: This course is a pre-requisite for High School Robotics

  • Book(s):

    Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner (3rd Edition) ISBN: 9781435455009.

    This book can be purchased new or used through Amazon.com, Abebooks.com, half.com, etc. Please make sure the ISBN numbers match.

    Requirements:

    High speed internet connection

    Webcam

    Headset

    Laptop or desktop with Windows 10 or higher

    3-ring binder

    Paper

    Pencils

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Drama

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Kimberly Tisdale

Day / Time: Monday at 9:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. 

  • God has given us a great gift in drama! Drama is an important tool for preparing kids to live and work in a world that is increasingly team-oriented and that requires a unique understanding of people. Through studying character analysis, drama students learn to understand the person. Through the study of script analysis, students learn how stories connect people and concepts together. Through participating in class exercises, your student will learn self-discipline and control, motivation, commitment, cooperation, working independently, time management, and much more. Through performance, drama students learn confidence, positive self-image, communication skills, respect for colleagues and for authority, thinking on their feet-the list is nearly endless. This art form is truly collaborative! This fall we will put all these concepts together in workshops that include movement, expression, vocal control, script and character analysis, pantomime and improvisation. The semester will conclude with an in-class performance and auditions for the spring play. The spring semester will focus on the play, with the production set in April/May. It's going to be a great year in drama class 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.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Foreign Languages

ASL 1

Grade Level: 9th-11th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Monday 9:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

  • In this course, students will be learning vocabulary, Deaf culture, and American Sign Language grammar. The book we have chosen does a great job at addressing the visual gestural language by using illustrations and scripts for signed sequences. This basic course in American Sign Language is composed of 22 lessons each of which contains two to four basic explanations of the language structures to be learned. As a resource for the student, a drill or exercises follows. Spaced at intervals throughout the text are several short dialogues which review the language structures discussed in the preceding lessons. 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 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.

  • Book(s):

    American Sign Language Green Books, A Student Text Units 1-9 ISBN: 9780930323868.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through Amazon.com, half.com, Abebooks.com, etc. Please be sure the ISBN numbers match.

    Paper

    Pencils or pens

    Students will also need to be able to watch videos posted to the Michaels Homeschool Google Classrooms platform.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

ASL 2

Grade Level: 10th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Mary Loggins

Day / Time: Monday at 1:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m. 

  • This course is an introduction to American Sign Language. vocabulary, grammar, and some Deaf culture will be studied. Students will learn basic conversational ASL as well as gain a foundation in ASL grammar and Deaf culture. Students will learn at least 500 vocabulary words, be able to carry on a basic conversation in American Sign Language, fingerspell, and sign to 500.

  • American Sign Language Green Books, A Student Text Units 10-18 ISBN: 9780930323875.

    You can purchase this book new or used online through Amazon.com, half.com, Abebooks.com, etc. Please be sure the ISBN numbers match.

    Paper

    Pencils or pens

    Students will also need to be able to watch videos posted to the Michaels Homeschool Google Classrooms platform.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Spanish 1

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Sarah Bearden 

Day / Time: Monday at 9:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. 

  • This class will be a traditional Spanish class and will include grammar, speaking, listening, and composition. In class students will be expected to participate in music, drama, games, and oral exercises. Students will concentrate on doing certain activities in class that they cannot do at home alone. At home, students will have about four hours of homework during the week. This homework will consist of listening to audio files, memorizing vocabulary, and completing practice exercises from a textbook and workbook. Students will be graded on completion of homework, participation in class, quizzes, and tests. Students will be given a precise schedule as well as feedback on their homework each week. In addition, our Spanish teacher will be available via telephone during certain hours of the week to work individually on pronunciation and to answer any questions. Internet access will be necessary to access essential audio files, Quizlet, and possibly Quia.

  • Book(s):

    Expresate! Spanish 1 (2008) ISBN 9780030452048

    Expresate! Cuaderno de vocabulario y gramatica ISBN 0030744962

    You can purchase these books new or used online through AbeBooks.com, half.com, Amazon.com, etc. Please make sure the ISBN numbers match. Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Spanish 2

Grade Level: 10th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Sarah Bearden

Day / Time: Monday at 1:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m. 

  • This class will be a traditional Spanish class and will include grammar, speaking, listening, and composition. In class students will be expected to participate in music, drama, games and oral exercises. Students will concentrate on doing certain activities in class that they cannot do at home alone. At home, students will have about four hours of homework during the week. This homework will consist of listening to audio files, memorizing vocabulary, and completing practice exercises from a textbook and workbook. Students will be graded on completion of homework, participation in class, quizzes, and tests. Students will be given a precise schedule as well as feedback on their homework each week. In addition, our Spanish teacher will be available via telephone during certain hours of the week to work individually on pronunciation and to answer any questions. Internet access will be necessary to access essential audio files, Quizlet, and possibly Quia.

    Spanish 2 is a continuation of the previous year with more focus and emphasis on all the above as well as conversation for better comprehension and communication skills of the language.

  • Book(s): Expresate Spanish 2 (2008) ISBN 9780030453229; Expresate! Cuaderno de vocabulario y gramatica ISBN 0030744970.

    You can purchase these books new or used online through AbeBooks.com, half.com, Amazon.com, etc.

    Please make sure the ISBN numbers match. Also, be careful not to purchase the teacher's edition.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Health/CPR/First Aid (Spring Semester)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Amy Kyriakidis

Day / Time: Wednesday at 3:10 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.

  • This class will cover the physical, nutritional, emotional, and spiritual aspects of growing into a healthy adult. Students will study the systems of the human body, senses, genetics, temperaments, and the physical influence on thoughts and feelings. The course respectfully covers mental illness and emotional stability, as well as the value of human beings, our culture, our gender roles, our families, socialization, communication skills, and conflict resolution skills. Students will gain an in-depth knowledge of both macronutrients and micronutrients, including the importance of exercise and proper diet.

    Parental Note: This is a full health textbook. Some students may not be matured enough to discuss some of the topics. The reproductive systems are covered in detail, including accurate, yet respectful, illustrations and descriptions. This text respectfully discusses the act of marriage, sexual misconduct, pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases. In addition, chapters discuss alcohol and drug abuse, depression, pornography and other topics that also require maturity. Please use your knowledge of your students to decide if this course is appropriate for their maturity levels. At the end of this course, students can choose to get their CPR and First Aid certifications at their own cost. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask.

  • Book(s):

    Exploring Creation with Health and Nutrition Textbook (2nd Edition) ISBN: 9781946506863.

    You can purchase this book through Christianbook.com or Apologia.com, etc.

    Please be sure the ISBN numbers match.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Physical Education

Grade Level: 6th-12th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: Wednesday at 10:40 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.  

  • Each high school student that goes through our program will be able to meet the PE credits required for graduation up to 1 credit hour (a weekly activity log will be kept for the high school levels only). 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. Students 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. In keeping a well-rounded program, we have also incorporated several field trips per semester which consist of swimming, hiking/canoeing, horseback riding, a trip to Wonderworks in Pigeon Forge, skating, bowling, and so much more. These field trips are opened to all our registered families - no membership fee is required (please check our calendar for more details). 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.

    Note: This class is combined with the high schoolers.

  • Appropriate clothing

    Athletic Shoes

  • TBA

Robotics (Spring Semester)

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: TBA

Day / Time: TBA 

  • The high school robotics class will cover the following:

    Python (a programming language)

    Basic electronics

    Basic electricity

    Using all of the above, will begin programming sensors, motors, displays, speakers (i.e. - robotics)

    Pre-requisites:

    Some pre-algebra and strong familiarity with math

    The Python Computer Programming course offered in the fall or an equivalent course.

    The fall semester will cover Python programming and the gambit of concepts from programming theory to object oriented programming. The spring semester will introduce the Raspberry Pi 4 and utilizing the tools learned from last semester will begin to use the various hardware to begin designing systems that are invaluable for use in the real world.

  • The following equipment is required for the class:

    A laptop running Windows 10, equipped with Wi-Fi, and one open USB port

    Raspberry Pi 4 (CanaKit from Amazon recommended) - To order, click on the word "Canakit" (in black ink) and it will take you to the Amazon website.

    Freenove Ultrasonic Starter Kit - To order, click on the words "Freenove Ultrasound Starter Kit" (in black ink) and it will take you to the Amazon website.

    One 4GB (or larger) mini SD card

    Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner - 3rd Edition - ISBN: 9781435455009 (fall semester book)

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee

Typing/Keyboarding

Grade Level: 9th-12th

Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Young

Day / Time: Wednesday 1:40 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • Through this course, students will learn to type using proper hand positioning while striving for a balance of speed and accuracy. In-class exercises will allow the teacher to monitor progress, participate in friendly competition (with sweet rewards!), and encourage students to use correct form. Homework will ensure practice, which will help the students memorize where each key is located and will become easier with consistency. At the end of the semester, each student should be able to type without looking at their hands or the keyboard.

  • 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.

  • $75 per month per child + $45 registration fee