ONE YEAR CLASS: This class is a Geography Unit Study that covers 31 countries around the World. Each week students will “visit” a different country and learn about their people, culture, animals, resources, etc. Students will be introduced to reading maps and will become familiar with various animal habitats across the globe. This class will help students gain an understanding of how big our planet is as well as how we are all connected by one Creator. … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 5-7th (AM2) – Language Arts Enrichment
ONE YEAR CLASS: In this class, students learn language arts through engaging, meaningful books rather than isolated workbook exercises. Spelling, grammar, writing, and reading are taught together so that students can see how language works in real contexts. Over 32 weeks of the year, students build strong communication skills, think more deeply about what they read, and grow in confidence as writers—all through books that are worth reading and discussing. … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 4-8th (PM1) – Passport to Art
ONE SEMESTER CLASS: This class will focus on artistic studies from around the world. Students will work on creating beautiful projects each week. … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 5-8th (AM2) – Earth Science
ONE YEAR CLASS: In this fun and very hands-on science class, students will get to "encounter the wonders of Earth and its creation, structure, atmosphere, and weather---and investigate the entire universe!" Students will keep a study notebook and will need to do homework and project assignments, as well as being quizzed on what they learn! *Please note that even though the teacher and students will be using a curriculum for younger students, the teacher will be adding much content and … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 5-8th (AM1) – Ancient World History
ONE YEAR CLASS: In this class, students will dive into ancient history with a biblical worldview that intertwines biblical and textbook history. They will get to discover ancient civilizations, explore biographies and uncover world landmarks. Students will engage in chapter discussions, journal in their personalized interactive notebooks, participate in ancient games, develop timeline and mapping skills, and have opportunities for hands-on learning projects. This course will have moderate … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 5-8th (PM2) – Leadership Lab
ONE SEMESTER CLASS: The goal of this class is to create a space where students can grow in leadership through practical, relational, and Christ-centered activities. The focus would be on building confidence, communication skills, responsibility, and teamwork in a way that feels engaging and meaningful for their age. The teacher will be using Changing Tomorrow 1: Leadership Curriculum for Elementary Students as a guide, while incorporating interactive discussions and creative elements to bring … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 4-6th (PM1B) – Know Your Bible
ONE YEAR CLASS: This systematic theology class for elementary students will be using the framework of Valorrea press. Students will march through the Bible exploring the fundamentals of why we believe what we believe. The foundation of the course will be to point back to the Bible for answers, building a strong defense of faith that students can use as a tool throughout their lives. … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 3-4th (PM2) – Fun With ASL
ONE SEMESTER CLASS: This class is for students new to ASL or those that have learned ASL signs already. Students will have fun as they engage with the deaf teacher in learning and as they get to sign to each other! 5th graders are welcome too!! … [Read more...]
*Wednesday 3-5th (AM1) – Beginning IEW
ONE YEAR CLASS: For beginning students as an introduction to IEW, this class will use Structure and Style IEW techniques to begin thinking about how to arrange thoughts on paper (this will be Year 2 Level A of IEW writing format). It will make writing for these younger students easier and more enjoyable as they learn to use these techniques in their homework and writing each week. Teacher will check their assignments and return to parents to determine their own grade to put on report cards as … [Read more...]
*Wednesday *K-5th (PM2) – Rhythm & Movement Fitness Class
ONE SEMESTER CLASS: This combined class will be for Kindergarten- 5th grade students. This will be a fun introduction to dance and movement through detailed warmups, across the floor sequences, and easy choreography to many types of music. This is designed to teach students rhythm, hand-eye coordination, endurance for 30+ minutes of high energy movement, as well as basic dance technique that can be transferred to any dance class setting. This can also be used as a physical education course, … [Read more...]