Wednesday 4/5-8th (PM2A) – Theater Arts & Ensemble

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ONE SEMESTER CLASS: Chloe Wangler is coming back to offer this new fun class. Students will go beyond the basics of musical theater performance to explore a wider variety of theatrical arts skills, such as developing believable characters, storytelling through monologue, solo and duet singing, basics of harmony, and ensemble performance. Since the class will be focused on practice-based learning at their own pace, this will accommodate a wider range of age levels. This course will enhance … [Read more...]

*Tuesday JH/HS Elective (PM2A) – Culinary Arts 101

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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...]

Wednesday JH (AM1B) – Literature & Writing

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ONE YEAR CLASS: Reading requires an active, discriminating mind that is challenged to think, compare, and contrast. Children who are asked to read slightly above their comfort level will develop into superior readers. This course will use a classic novel (The Wind in the Willows) and a companion student guide focused on vocabulary, spelling, comprehension, and composition skills. Students will learn to identify literary elements, increase their ability to organize and express their thoughts, … [Read more...]

Thursday JH/HS Elective (PM1B) – Geography Study

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ONE YEAR CLASS: 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 students, this class will include hands-on activities and … [Read more...]

Thursday JH/HS Elective (PM1A) – Intermediate Art

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ONE YEAR CLASS (Follows Spring 2024 Intro to Art but not necessary to take before this class; 2nd semester will be Intermediate Photography - Recommended for 8th graders and up): This semester, the class will focus on drawing and painting. There will be some review of what was learned in intro to art and also working on more technical skills. Students will complete at least 8 main projects that will be displayed at the Grace Open House. Students will also have a weekly art journal to work on … [Read more...]

Thursday JH/HS Elective (AM2A) – Missions & Evangelism

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ONE SEMESTER CLASS: In Matthew 24:19-20, Jesus said, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” Evangelism, which is spreading the gospel, is important to Jesus and He told us so before He ascended to heaven. And the mission field is ripe for the harvest, and can be across the street or across the world. In Matthew 9:37-38, Jesus said, "Then he said … [Read more...]

Thursday JH (AM1) – Heroes of the Faith (Christian Character Study)

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ONE SEMESTER CLASS: The teacher will be using a great study called "Heroes of the Faith" to guide students as they look more deeply at the lives of Abraham, Sarah, Abel, Noah, Moses, Rahab, are more, from the Old Testament and named as faithful followers in the Book of Hebrews. Though they lived many years ago, under a different government, in a different culture, spoke a different language, ate different foods, listened to different kinds of music, they faced difficult times, and their … [Read more...]

Wednesday JH (AM2B) – Learn to Crochet

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ONE SEMESTER CLASS: In this very beginner class, students will the basic stitches of crocheting.  They will use what they learn to work on several simple projects that they will get to keep and also display at our Open House. This is a skill that is super fun to create keepsakes!     … [Read more...]

Wednesday JH (AM2B) – Discovering God’s World

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ONE YEAR CLASS (Same material covered as 4-6th 9 am class): In this wide-encompassing science class, students will be discovering and investigating the details of so many aspects of the universe God created. They will be introduced to many ecosystems and the plants and animals that live in them. They will also explore force, motion, energy, light, minerals, astronomy, oceanography, and so much more. This will be a super fun science class with lots of experiments and projects to work on at … [Read more...]