ONE YEAR CLASS: This is not just an art class, but also a writing course. Students will be required to write a 5-10 page short story. This story must have a well described world/setting, a protagonist and antagonist. The focus is not for the story to be perfect but instead work as a foundation for developing their ideas visually into art. While the students write their stories they will also be expected to start developing concept art. In this class we will study figure drawing, proportions, … [Read more...]
Thursday HS Elective (PM2A) – Fundamentals of Screenwriting
ONE SEMESTER CLASS (2nd semester will be a full screenwriting course): This course will vaguely mirror the set up of creative writing but instead focus on the structure and execution of script writing. Students will learn proper screenwriting etiquette, formatting, rules, form over function, and the simple beats of a story. Every week we will analyze a scene from a classic but appropriate film to further the students' knowledge on the fundamentals of screenwriting. Students will be tasked … [Read more...]
Thursday *JH & HS Elective (PM2C) – Co-Ed Bible Study (For Boys & Girls)
CO-ED BIBLE STUDY CLASS: Taught by a local pastor, this semester students will be focusing on ...taught last year as well so more details to come for what will be covered this year! … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS Elective (PM1C) – Health & Nutrition
ONE YEAR CLASS: This class will satisfy the Health requirement for high school credit. Students will explore the physical, nutritional, emotional, social, mental, and spiritual aspects of growing into a healthy adult. Students will study the human body systems, senses, genetics, temperaments, and physical influences on thoughts and feelings, emotional stability, mental illness, the value of another human being, our culture, our biological sex as related to our gender roles, our families, … [Read more...]
Thursday *JH 8th & HS Elective (PM2B) – Girls Bible Study
ONE YEAR CLASS: This class will be a time of fellowship where 8th & up girls can come together to build a better relationship with the Lord. Over the year, students will complete four different Bible studies with different topics. Even though this is a one-year class, students are welcome to attend one or both semesters as they will be independent of each other. Students will complete a weekly Bible Art Journal and in the second semester will create a Prayer Board. *Other supplies … [Read more...]
*Tuesday After School *JH & HS (PM4) – Grace Worship Team Club
ONE YEAR CLUB: This is a worship team rehearsal time. Students need to have an understanding of music, play an instrument or sing to be in this club. We welcome all students at different levels. Students will rehearse music for the upcoming weeks to be performed at the Grace assemblies. Students will be placed on teams according to level and availability and teams will rotate for assembly worship. This is a club and not a graded class, but attendance will be taken, and students will need to … [Read more...]
Thursday HS Elective (AM2A) – Career Exploration & More
ONE YEAR CLASS: In this class, students will gain experience with coming to know the will of God and understand what is truly important in noting their strengths and talents. They will investigate different careers, practice resume writing and cover letters (making a good first impression). They will learn practical and empowering job-interview skills. They will also write their own Personal Mission Statement by helping them understand who they are and where they are heading. They will also … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS Elective (AM2A) – Beginning Ceramics 1 & 2
ONE SEMESTER EACH (16 student maximum): Beginning Ceramics 1 and 2 will introduce the students to the world of ceramics. Students will be using clay to make pinch and slab projects, with an introduction to coil work. They will also be working on pre-fired bisque projects. And they will use glazing and acrylic staining techniques to finish their projects. In this class, they will also learn what clay and glazes are made of, and what happens to them when they go through the firing process. … [Read more...]
Thursday HS (AM2B) – American Sign Language 3
ONE YEAR CLASS: ASL 3 is an advanced level course designed for students who have completed ASL 1 and ASL 2. This course will continue to focus on the immersion approach to language learning, with no voice in the classroom, allowing students to develop their fluency and improve their ASL skills. Students will continue to expand their ASL vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills, enabling them to perform narratives in ASL at an intermediate to advanced level. They will also learn how … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS Elective (AM2C) – Culinary Arts 101
ONE YEAR CLASS: In this class, students will discover the fundamentals of culinary arts. From kitchen safety protocols to measuring techniques and more, students will build a solid foundation in the culinary arts. Exploring the diverse cuisines of the world, students will learn techniques from various countries to craft dishes at home each week. Additionally, students will embark on a culinary journey through research papers, investigating the varied landscape of global cuisine and the … [Read more...]