ONE YEAR CLASS: This course offers a compelling look at forensic science through a distinctly Christian lens for students interested in exploring the intersection of science, faith, and the pursuit of truth. If you’re seeking thoughtful, biblically grounded responses to topics like creationism versus evolution, this is the course to take. Designed as a two-semester alternative lab science for high school credit, this course may count as a third-year science or science elective once core … [Read more...]
*Tuesday Elective HS (AM1B) – Career Exploration
ONE SEMESTER 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 … [Read more...]
*Tuesday Elective HS (PM1B) – Beginning Ceramics 1
ONE YEAR CLASS (10 student maximum): This elective class for high school will introduce the students to the world of ceramics. In the fall they will be using clay to make projects like pinch pots, coil bowls, and slab pots, etc., and use glazing techniques to finish their projects. They will also learn what clay and glazes are made of, and what happens to them when they go through the firing process. In the spring the students will be learning about slip casting molds, cleaning unmolded … [Read more...]
*Tuesday Elective *JH & HS (PM2A) – Art Foundations
ONE YEAR CLASS: During this class students will learn new art skills & learn to use art to express themselves and convey a message. Students will learn about and enhance their: drawing and shading skills, use of perspective and color theory, and ability to use different art mediums. The course work will be light, but there will be weekly homework. To complete each semester students will design their own art project. This will provide them the chance to decide what medium they like best, … [Read more...]
Thursday HS (PM2A) – HS Biology w/ Labs
ONE YEAR CLASS (Same as morning class): This science course with in-class labs and dissections provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology. With a strong emphasis on the vocabulary of biology, the course provides the student with a strong background in the scientific method, the five-kingdom classification scheme, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, evolution, dissection, and ecosystems, using Apologia curriculum. … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS (AM2C) – 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...]
Thursday HS (AM1B) – English 2
ONE YEAR CLASS: Another option for high school English credit, this class will cover literature from a Christian perspective. Students will be studying literature, grammar, and working on writing essays and research papers. The grammar component will cover sentence structure and punctuation. The writing component will cover outlining, paragraph structure, essay writing, and all of the components of multi-source papers. Students will discuss and answer questions about the literature and … [Read more...]
Thursday Elective *JH & HS (PM1B) – Geography Study
ONE YEAR CLASS - New students welcome to join this class mid-year: Geography can encompass so much more than identifying places on a map! Using North Star Geography curriculum, this class "will cover basic geography skills (maps, navigation) as well as physical geography (topography, biosphere, structure of the earth) and human geography (environmental stewardship, agriculture, culture, heritage & more)- - -all from a Christian perspective." Geared towards Jr. High and High School … [Read more...]
Thursday Elective *JH & HS (AM1B) – Intermediate Guitar
ONE SEMESTER CLASS (Prerequisite: Taken and passed one year of Beginning Guitar or equivalent skill level) This class is designed for students with an intermediate level of guitar experience. More details coming soon! *Student will need a guitar and tuner for in class instruction and practice at home. … [Read more...]
Thursday Elective *JH & HS (AM2A) – Beginning Guitar
ONE SEMESTER CLASS: This class will be a beginning level introduction to learning to play the guitar. More details coming soon! *Student will need a guitar and tuner for in class instruction and practice at home. … [Read more...]