Class Descriptions
2011 - 2012
Teacher: Joy Porter
Class Title: Kindermusik ABC Music and Me
Grades: Ages 2 - 4
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $65.00
Class Text: Kindermusik’s required take-home materials.
ABC Music & Me is a research-based language and early literacy program built around music. ABC Music & Me helps develop pre-literacy and language skills through a child’s most-loved rituals: music and storytime. Children ages 2-4 will giggle and move their way through early learning preparation. They will develop essential social skills through group activity and learn the joy and importance of learning with their peers. ABC Music & Me supports the early childhood standards and requirements for “high quality programs” as defined by the National Institute for Early Education. Parents are encouraged to supplement class times by using the materials provided as per each 1 month unit.
Teacher: Jim Jensen
Class Title: Preschool Library
Grades: Ages 3 - 5
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $20.00
The Preschool Library Class is a time for the students to have a variety of books read to them and to cultivate a love for books and reading. Activities such as the Pledge of Allegiance, “The Weather Bear,” coordinated coloring sheets and occasional crafts enhance the enjoyment of the class.
Teacher: Isolde Beebe
Class Title: Sculpture and Pottery 1
Grades: K - 3
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $75.00
In this course students will explore basic sculpture techinques and tools. They will work in a variety of materials such as clay, paper, wire, wood, stone, and mixed media. In clay we will create tiles, pinch pots, slab projects, coil projects, and sculptures. I will also highlight famous sculptors throughout the year such as Michelangelo and Henry Moore. We will have a different unit each month such as paper sculpture, wire, Clay, bookmaking, paper mache', wood, stone, and mixed media. We will make sketches to plan out our idea, watch demos, and then create their own final projects. There is no text or homework for this class. I also like to start each class out with prayer and relate each project back to the most creative artist God!
Teacher: Leslie Johanson
Class Title: String Ensemble
Grades: K and up
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $20.00
Prerequisite: Beginning Strings or Audition
This class is geared toward students who have completed beginning strings or by pre-arranged audition. The goal of this class will be to continue with the basics of music study, string instrument playing and ensemble work. This will be a multi-level class, with parts and groups geared to meet the level of the students. There are no age restrictions. Students are expected to provide their instrument, and necessary accessories (bows, rosin, shoulder sponge, music stand and book). They will given assigned pieces and parts which they will be expected to practice at home and come to class prepared to play. Parents and students will need to set aside a daily consistent time for practicing. Ensemble presentations will be given at the Christmas and end-of-year concerts if a majority of the class will be present.
Teacher: Kursten Patrick
Class Title: Story of the World, Ancients
Grades: 1 - 4
Tuition per month: $18
Material One-time: $65
Class Text: Story of the World vol. 1 (Parents to provide!)
This year we will be exploring Ancient History! We will discover how writing began, who made the first library. Do you know how they build the Great Wall of China? And that you can see it from space? We will discover how the Chinese Emperor, Shi Huangdi, booby trapped his tomb and guarded it with life size clay warriors. We will learn about the people and places in the Bible and what was happening in the world around them! Come and join us for crafts, games and more as we learn all about The Ancients!
Teacher: Lani Shipley
Class Title: Intermediate Piano and Music
Grades: 2- 5
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $50.00
Class Text: Provided by the teacher
Prerequisites: Beginning Piano and Music, or Teacher permission
This intermediate level piano course will build on students’ knowledge of note reading and rhythm as they learn about intervals, chord structures, key signatures, and music history, and improve their technique and artistry. The small class size will enable personal instruction in a fun group atmosphere. Students will learn how to play songs they love and will gain confidence in performing as they play for each other from week to week. Each student will have their own keyboard and headphones to use during class. Students are expected to have access to a piano or keyboard to practice outside of class throughout the week.
Teacher: Sky Blake
Class Title: P.E.
Grades: 2 - 5
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $20.00
Enjoy the fun of exercise as we learn and condition our bodies. This class will help all students learn athletic skills, good sportsmanship, self-confidence and team work. We will be learning sports specific skills from sports such as basketball, soccer, baseball, football and more. Exercise form and additional hand-eye/foot-eye coordination skills will be practiced for a broader spectrum of learning. Careful attention will be given to effort, attitude and sportsmanship. Performance tests will be taken periodically as a measure of improvement to encourage each student in his or her progress.
Teacher: Anne Shantz
Class Title: Elementary Latin
Grades: 3 - 6
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $15.00
Class Text: Latin Via Ovid; Bible; Latin Dictionary (all provided)
The students will learn Latin language and grammar through translation of Bible verses, stories and songs. Each student will receive a Latin dictionary and will be taught how to use it. Students should be able to use an English dictionary. Each student needs to provide a 1 inch binder
Teacher: Viviana Gonzalez
Class Title: Spanish III
Grades: 4 - 6
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $40.00
Prerequisite: Spanish II or studied Spanish before and have a good grasp of basic vocabulary and verbs.
This class is designed to build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and to expand knowledge of the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. We will develop listening comprehension skills through interactive dialogues, stories and exercises and will and increase vocabulary in varying situations. The students will have the benefit of having a native speaking teacher that sets the right context for the learning and the proper use of verbal and non-verbal communication. There will be homework assignments most weeks. Homework: approximately 50 minutes per week.
Teacher: Kimberly Williams
Class Title: Writing with Style I
Grades: 4 - 6
Tuition per month: $21.00
Material One-time: $24.00
Class Text: Parents must purchase: 3-ring binder, subject dividers and Thesaurus
Prerequisite: A basic understanding of grammar is recommended.
uring the course of the year, this writing class will incorporate several writing styles and techniques. The class will include: several poetry forms, improving and expanding sentences and paragraphs by employing various style techniques, writing narratives, various outlining styles, basic research papers (including note taking techniques), and more. There will be a writing homework assignment each week. Homework: approximately 2-3 hours per week.. It is recommended that students work with a quality grammar program while taking this class. Students outside specified grade levels MUST have prior teacher permission to register. This level is a great option for 6th grade students who are not ready for the more rigorous 6th-8th grade class.
Teacher: Lara Steele
Class Title: Performance Oriented Theater
Grades: 4 - 8
Tuition per month: $15.00
Material One-time: $20.00
The student will help create, write and put on one or two plays.The student will comprehend and demonstrate a knowledge of basic stage directions.The student will learn more about themselves and others through interactive roleplaying games focused on social and theater skills.We will write a story ourselves to perform as a play, maybe even with singing. The play will be fun and it will be videoed for family and friends!
Teacher: Teresa Olsen
Class Title: Shurley Grammar 5th – 6th
Grades: 5 - 7
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $30.00
Class Text: Shurley Grammar Level 6 - Provided by the teacher
A solid understanding of grammar is useful for improving writing skills and learning a foreign language. Shurley Grammar is an extremely effective program for the acquisition and retention of grammar concepts. Chants and jingles are used to learn the parts of speech, their function and how to locate them in a sentence. Punctuation, capitalization, editing, synonyms/antonyms will also be taught. Grammar is often dry and boring, but this program adds fun to the memorization and application of the concepts. Parental attendance is encouraged, especially for the first 3 - 4 weeks of class. Students can expect 15 - 30 minutes of daily homework.
Teacher: Molly Hurd
Class Title: Biology Dissections
Grades: 6 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $80.00
Like to dissect? Every week will be a lab of either observing a living organism or dissecting a preserved specimen. We will start with unicellular organisms and work our way up to complex organisms and their parts including invertebrates and vertebrates. This is a ‘hands on’ weekly lab class and we will cover a lot of “biology basics”. Students will be required during the week to watch video clips and prepare for the next lab and will need internet access. Lab write ups and drawings will be due weekly. Students need to be willing to spend a couple hours per week for research and lab preparation. For 6th grade and up. You can take this for credit class for (some extra work required) or audit/fun.
Teacher: Terry Brenna
Class Title: Washington Live!
Grades: 7 - 9
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $32.00
Class Text: PARENTS NEED TO PURCHASE - Lyrical Life Science, Volumes 1 & 2, by Doug and Dorry Eldon (ISBN 09646367-00 & -27). Purchase of workbook and song tape/CD is optional.
From acorns to zooplankton, we’ll study all living things. Emphasis is placed on the flora and fauna of Washington State with an entertaining twist - memorable melodies that help us reinforce and remember the life science. Lecture demonstrations by the instructor are followed by “show and tell” presentations by the students. Homework consists of reading a chapter, learning a song (Don’t worry! You don’t have to sing in class.), completing a worksheet, and preparing the next week’s presentation. Field trips are suggested for further enrichment. Students need to purchase the texts, Lyrical Life Science, Volumes 1 & 2, by Doug and Dorry Eldon (ISBN 09646367-00 & -27). Purchase of workbook and song tape/CD is optional.
Teacher: Steve Patrick
Class Title: Computer Graphics
Grades: 7 – 12
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $65.00
Have you ever wanted to know more about computer graphics and effects? This class will begin with 2D graphics and an introduction to image manipulation via layers. We will then move into 3D modeling and texture mapping via a 3D modeling package called Nendo. In addition, we will cover basic 2D animation and web integration via Expression Blend and Silverlight. This class is primarily targeted at grades 7-12 with previous experience in basic computing. Homework will be assigned on a weekly basis. Class computer time will be used to re-enforce previous reading or homework assignments. Laptop running Windows Vista or better is required.
Teacher: Denise Sumner
Class Title: Introduction to Programming
Grades: 7 – 12 (6th grade with permission)
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $25.00
Class Text: All materials supplied by teacher; student must have a laptop capable of running Visual Basic Express.
Prerequisites: Basic computing experience.
Have you ever wanted to know more about how your computer and those cool games work? This class will introduce you to the basic building blocks used in making a computer do what it does. We will use Visual Basic Express to explore beginning concepts in computer programming and design. An understanding of the concept of variables would be helpful. Expect 1-3 hours homework each week with class time used for demonstrations and introduction of new concepts. Students must be comfortable with the basic operation of a computer. A laptop running Windows and Visual Basic Express is required.
Teacher: Patrick J Nurre
Class Title: Genesis, Noah’s Flood and the Fossil Record
Grades: 9 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $80.00 includes all the books needed for the course, except a Bible, and fossil study kit
Class Text: The Grand Experiment, Living Fossils, Genesis – Rock Solid, The Genesis Flood
A geology course combined with apologetics: The goal of the class will be to acquire a deeper understanding of Genesis and how it explains the geology of our earth. Using the book of Genesis as our foundation, we will explore the earth’s geology including the study of global flood dynamics and rocks, minerals and fossils. A special emphasis will be placed on how fossils support the Biblical view of earth history. Outside work will include textbook assignments and reports. There will be occasional quizzes and a final multiple choice exam. In addition, the class will debate the instructor at the end of the year on the subject matter in the course. Please note: this subject will be taught from a young earth perspective.
Teacher: Jim Jensen
Class Title: Preschool Music
Grades: Ages 3 - 5
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $20.00
The emphasis in this Preschool Music class is fun! It is a great opportunity for preschool children to learn new songs that not only entertain but teach them about Jesus. These songs are led by Pastor Jim playing the guitar, and puppets, rhythm instruments, and games, coloring and crafts are used to help them to enjoy learning
Teacher: Viviana Gonzalez
Class Title: Spanish Preschool
Grades: Ages 3 - 5
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $30.00
Let’s play in Spanish! During this fun preschool class your toddler will be introduced to the Spanish language through specific activities designed for his age. Using songs, movement, stories and games your child will start discovering a new language. We will play, sing and think in Spanish. The goal is to allow your child to be totally submerged in the language and get used to the sounds, words and their intonation. It is not too early to start. Studies show that when a 2nd language is introduced early in life, the children will learn it faster and have a better chance to speak it with the appropriate pronunciation.
Teacher: Karen Berger
Class Title: Young Gym
Grades: Ages 4 – 1st Grade
Tuition per month: $16.00
Material One-time: $40.00
Let’s Play! We will be running, spinning, jumping, kicking, marching, skipping, balancing and more as we play games that help develop your child’s gross motor skills and use up a lot of energy. While they are having a lot of fun playing they will also learn about encouraging one another, teamwork, sportsmanship and following directions. Each class will open with a group warm up and Biblical truth/concept that we will talk about as they participate in activities. Please have your child wear non-marking tennis shoes and bring a water bottle with their name on it to each class.
Teacher: Joy Porter
Class Title: Kindermusik ABC Music and Me
Grades: K
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $65.00
Class Text: Kindermusik’s required take-home materials.
ABC Music & Me is a research-based language and early literacy program built around music. ABC Music & Me helps develop pre-literacy and language skills through a child’s most-loved rituals: music and storytime. Children ages 2-4 will giggle and move their way through early learning preparation. They will develop essential social skills through group activity and learn the joy and importance of learning with their peers. ABC Music & Me supports the early childhood standards and requirements for “high quality programs” as defined by the National Institute for Early Education. Parents are encouraged to supplement class times by using the materials provided as per each 1 month unit.
Teacher: Courtney Emanuels
Class Title: Book Club
Grades: K – 2
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $40.00
Class Text: Provided by the teacher
Come join us in reading fantastic books while “lap booking.” Each book that we read will be discussed, and our related projects will involve different curricular areas. The books lend themselves to geography, science, history, writing, grammar, and even math projects. At the completion of each book study, your child will have a “lap book” with all of our projects displayed. Books will come alive! There will be very light homework occasionally.
Teacher: Heidi Frank
Class Title: The Writing Road to Reading
Grades: K - 2
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $25.00
Prerequisites: Ability to hold a pencil and form letters on paper
There is a method to the madness of the English language! By learning the 70 phonograms of our language both written and orally, students will embark on a journey of discovery that will enhance their ability to read and spell! With fun activities, games, and songs, we will learn to apply rules that will allow your child to win the battle of decoding and spelling any word they encounter. This class is a great way for parents to reap the many benefits the Spalding Method provides without having to go through the training yourself. Homework will include practicing the weeks phonograms both written and orally, and practicing the weekly spelling words. Great for students who are just beginning to learn sounds, as well as those who have begun the reading process. A great multi-sensory approach to language arts that could be your LA instruction for the year
Teacher: Laura Brokaw
Class Title: Beginning Chess Club
Grades: K - 12
Tuition per month: $5.00
Prerequisite: Should know numbers and letters and have an interest in learning chess.
In this class students will use a free online resource in conjunction with the classes to learn how to move the pieces correctly, record their games, develop a good opening, learn how to set up basic checkmates, avoid stalemates, and other basic strategies. Students are responsible for bringing a board and pieces to class, and will be assigned 10-20 minutes of online homework per week. Most of the class period will be spent playing chess.
Teacher: Terry Brenna
Class Title: Biblical Science
Grades: 1 - 4
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $32.00
Class Text: Provided by the teacher
Romans 1:20 tells us God has revealed His invisible attributes, His eternal power and His divine nature to mankind through His creation of the world. Using the creation week as our outline, we’ll embark on an exciting adventure to learn more about God through science. With demonstrations, hands-on exploration and application of His word, we’ll discover ways to use this information to glorify Him and concurrently lay the foundation for future science study. Although no homework is required, all students are encouraged to keep and review a science notebook. Activities for further enrichment outside of class time will be suggested.
Teacher: Lani Shipley
Class Title: Beginning Piano and Music
Grades: 1 - 4
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $50.00
Class Text: Provided by the teacher
This introductory piano course will teach students the fundamentals of music, including rhythms, melodies, harmonies, and note reading. The small class size will enable personal instruction in a fun group atmosphere. Students will learn how to play songs they love and will have opportunities to progress at their own pace. Each student will have their own keyboard and headphones to use during class. While not required, students will benefit the most if they have access to a piano or keyboard at home to practice.
Teacher: Teresa Olsen
Class Title: Shurley Grammar 3rd – 5th
Grades: 3 - 5
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $30.00
Class Text: Shurley Grammar Level 4 – Teacher to provide
Prerequisite: Student must be a strong reader.
A solid understanding of grammar is useful for improving writing skills and learning a foreign language. Shurley Grammar is an extremely effective program for the acquisition and retention of grammar concepts. Chants and jingles are used to learn the parts of speech, their function and how to locate them in a sentence. Punctuation, capitalization, editing, synonyms/antonyms will also be taught. Grammar is often dry and boring, but this program adds fun to the memorization and application of the concepts. Parental attendance is encouraged, especially for the first 3 - 4 weeks of class. Students can expect 15 - 30 minutes of daily homework.
Teacher: Anne Shantz
Class Title: Elementary Geography
Grades: 3 – 6
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $30.00
The students will learn the physical geography of the world through hands-on modeling. They will also be learning the history and culture of each region. There will be weekly homework labeling maps. Atlases will be supplied.
Teacher: Lori Intonti
Class Title: Jazz / Hip-Hop
Grades: 3 - 6
Tuition per month: $15.00
Material One-time: $10.00
We designed this class by listening to both kids AND parents. Kids want to have fun with their peers, imitate pop stars, and look as good as the guys & gals on TV. Parents want their kids to move in a respectful manner, but have fun nonetheless. The funk and fun of jazz fused with stylized hip-hop street dance moves make up the core of the skills learned in this challenging class. We break the steps down slowly, putting them together in dances to age-appropriate music, teaching good body-image and respect all the while. Your kids will love it - let's go have some fun!
Teacher: Sara Rogers & Karen Keenan
Class Title: Body by God’s Design
Grades: 4 - 6
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $50.00
Class Text: Text and class handouts provided by the teachers
Take a look into God's greatest creation: the human body. Learn the inner workings of our heart, lungs, bones, muscles, skin, brain, and much more. Learn how to keep our bodies healthy and what happens when things don't go as planned and the body breaks down. Learn some basic first aid. Hands on activities will enhance learning as we look at models of bones, muscles, the heart and other organs. We will dissect several animal organs, play games, do experiments and watch object lessons to help reinforce learning. Light homework reviewing vocabulary words and information learned in class plus one short report during the school year. Students need to be able to sit and take vocabulary notes during teaching time. Depending on class size, available parents may be asked to assist in class during dissection labs.
Teacher: Sue Kicha
Class Title: Club ZOOM
Grades: 2 – 5 (age 7 minimum)
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $55.00
Get ready for FUN and EXCITEMENT! Based on the PBS show "ZOOM", we will do Zoom projects, Zoom games and activities, Zoom skits and Zoom crafts. This class will be packed with a variety of activities enjoyable to a range of ages. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will also learn the important skill of working as a team. This class is designed to get your kids excited about the wonderful world that God made. No homework required.
Teacher: Isolde Beebe
Class Title: Sculpture and Pottery Advanced
Grades: 4 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $75.00
Prerequisite: None.
In this course students will explore basic sculpture techniques and tools. They will work in a variety of materials such as clay, paper, wire, wood, stone, and mixed media. In clay we will create tiles, pinch pots, slab projects, coil projects, and sculptures. I will also highlight famous sculptors throughout the year such as Michelangelo and Henry Moore. We will have a different unit each month such as paper sculpture, wire, Clay, bookmaking, paper mache, wood, stone, and mixed media. We will make sketches to plan out our idea, watch demos, and then create their own final projects. There is no text or homework for this class. I also like to start each class out with prayer and relate each project back to the most creative artist God!
Teacher: Debbie Rowand
Class Title: Sign Language 2 – The Other Foreign Language
Grades: 4 - 12
Tuition per month: $15.00
Material One-time: none
Class Text: Flashcards are recommended. The student can make their own, or they can be purchased through me (they are still homemade) but prices vary depending on the week (as the number of words change each week
Prerequisite: Completion of the Sign Language course in 2010-2011 or with teacher approval. This will be a continuation of that class so only those who took the first class can continue with this one.
There is a whole section of the population that does not speak an audible language. In the United States alone, there are 2 to 4 people out of every 1,000 who are deaf. This “foreign” language class will cover how to “speak” with the deaf. It is a beautiful language that will not tie your tongue (but maybe your fingers) and makes singing absolutely beautiful and graceful. Come join us as we learn to “speak” another language.
This is a continuation class from the Sign Language class taught in 2010-2011. Only students who took the class at that time can continue with this one. If you have questions, please contact me.
Teacher: Lara Steele
Class Title: Make a movie
Grades: 5 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $60.00
Class Text: Provided
Prerequisite: 5th grade may be accepted – speak to instructor.
The student will create, write and film an original movie. The student will comprehend and demonstrate knowledge of basic film terminology and techniques. The student will learn more about themselves and others by working in groups that force cooperation and team work. A finished product will be available at the end of the year. The first day of class we will work to set up our goals, including if we want to do single productions or one large one or several medium ones. The students will make the final decisions and we may do a combination of all three. I am basing this class off the Introductory Film Making class I took in College at University of Colorado – a renowned film school. We will watch clips from movies in class – including scenes from some PG-13 movies (picked carefully).
Teacher: Denise Sumner
Class Title: Beyond “Google It” Jr. High
Grades: 6 - 8
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $25.00
Everyone loves the Internet, but contrary to popular opinion, "googling it" and the use of Wikipedia do not equal good academic research. Studies show that high school graduates are sorely lacking in necessary research skills. Our students are also faced with the difficulty of understanding ethical and safe behaviors online. This course is intended to help the junior high student understand how to use modern technology safely, ethically and effectively through a project based class. Included is a methodical approach to properly completing a research project. Students will also be coached in effective methods of presenting their work. Students will need a laptop (okay to share), Microsoft Office or equivalent, access to the Internet, and a public library card. Expect 1-3 hours homework per week.
Teacher: Patrick J Nurre
Class Title: Biblical Geology
Grades: 6 - 8
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $65.00
Class Material: The Geology Book – John Morris, The Young Earth – John Morris, The Genesis Flood – Tas Walker, and a rock and fossil kit. A materials fee of $65.00 for each student covers all texts and the kit.
Prerequisite: None.
Using the Bible as our foundation, we will explore how the Bible explains such things as the different kinds of rocks, the origin of volcanoes, mountains and oceans, the abundance of fossils, the origin and disappearance of the dinosaurs, the “Ice Age” and radiometric dating. There will be some outside reading and report assignments and a multiple choice exam at the end of the course. Please note that the material will be taught from a young earth perspective.
Teacher: Molly Hurd
Class Title: Cell Biology
Grades: 6 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $50.00
Class Text: undecided
Prerequisite: None.
This class will cover cell parts and functions, cell division, DNA and protein synthesis and how it relates to your body. We will compare plant, animal, bacteria, protist, and fungi cells, how to use a microscope, basic genetics and anything else we have time for. All will be related to how amazing and intricate creation is. We will be doing labs, research, and other projects. Learn how amazing our Creator God is on a cellular level! This class will require about an hour per week of outside homework. Must have internet access for weekly reading/research. Can be taken for credit with additional work of 2 to 3 hours per week.
Teacher: Sky Blake
Class Title: Survival and Emergency Response
Grades: 7 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $25.00
Class Text: Emergency Response by American National Red Cross and American Red Cross, Jan 2001. (Students will need to purchase text prior to the first day of class)
Prerequisite: None.
Join us as we learn to better survive emergency situations that occur at home and at play and how we may avoid them. Our text "Emergency Response" will cover many topics that include: CPR, water restoration and bodily harm. All participants will gain valuable knowledge to assist in overcoming the largest threats and tips for tackling fear. Wilderness survival special projects will include: building shelters, making a light weight stove and creating survival fire starting cubes. Also, students will understand the concepts of building a fire and learn what is best to bring on excursions into the wild to better equip them for life threatening situations. Gain confidence to help yourself and others in the time of need!
Teacher: Kathie Stabbert
Class Title: Starting Points - World View of the Western World Primer
Grades: 8 – 12 (7th with permission)
Tuition per month: $20.00
Class Text: Starting Points materials MUST be purchased by student.
Prerequisite: None.
Starting Points helps equip kids stand firm in Christ in the 21st Century. First we will analyze questions regarding what constitutes a biblical Christian worldview. Second we evaluate literature and movies as they present worldviews that are either consistent or contrary to a biblical Christian worldview. Finally, we move into cultural application of worldview, both positive and negative, and bring in a philosophical background that helps students understand motivating ideas that shaped our country. HOMEWORK REQUIRED and requires 60-90 minutes per day (dependent on student’s reading ability). If all work is completed, students can achieve one high school credit each in Bible, literature and United States history. They will be required to do a significant amount of writing, including lengthy essays. For the book list, go to www.cornerstonecurriculum.comPrerequisites: Strong reading ability.
Teacher: Kimberly Williams
Class Title: Writing for High School
Grades: 9 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $25.00
Class Text: Binder & Thesaurus: student supplied; “Grammatically Correct" by Anne Stilman: teacher supplied
This class will provide a writing program developed from various teacher resources. It will include various paragraph formats, style and mechanics skills, some essays, and other high school writing. We will sharpen various writing skills including development of strong topic/thesis sentence, correcting dangling modifiers/wordy sentences/misplaced commas, correct usage of phrases and clauses, etc. Students will work on a variety of paragraphs, several short essays, and a documented research paper. The course will offer a variety of writing forms and skills in order to provide a broad base in writing experience. Homework: Approximately 4-5 hours per week.
Teacher: Kristi Miller and Kristin Peirce
Class Title: Preschool ABCs and 123s
Grades: Ages 3 - 5
Tuition per month: $15.00
Material One-time: $40.00
Prerequisites: Potty Trained
Using literature, songs and crafts to emphasize letters and math concepts highlighted each week.
Teacher: Viviana Gonzalez
Class Title: Spanish I
Grades: K - 2
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $40.00
Allow your child to have fun while learning Spanish and experience the Latin American culture. In a typical class your child will be introduced to the language through songs, body gestures and games. During the length of the course we will be building vocabulary sets along with everyday expressions, emphasizing pronunciation and cultural elements that will enrich the student’s experience. Who should take this class: young children and students taking Spanish for the first time. What if my child already took this class? Every year I try to change or add to this class. Don't worry if your child can't move yet to Spanish II, remember that consistency and repetition is the key to master a new language.
Teacher: Penny Lau
Class Title: God’s World through the Eyes of the Young Artist
Grades: K – 3
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time $55.00
Created in His image and created to give Him glory in all that we do and create. Each month the student will learn about different artists and their techniques and styles such as Monet, Matisse, Seurat, Van Gogh, O'Keefe, Kinkade and Erickson to name a few. In the process, the student will experiment with a variety of paints, pastels, collages, clay, paper mache, mixed media and more to create artwork that celebrates your child's creativity and uniqueness. Students will also learn design & drawing techniques with shapes, lines, color and space. When we look at various art models in animals, people, and nature, students will gain a deeper appreciation for God's creativity and give Him praise.
Teacher: Angela Smalley, MEd
Class Title: Hands-On Science
Grades: 1 - 3
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $45.00
Class Text: Teacher provided materials
Prerequisite: Beginning reading and writing skills..
This hands-on introduction to science is specifically designed for inquisitive 1st through 3rd graders who want to experiment and learn about various aspects of God's creation. Your child will step into a science laboratory and conduct experiments with color, sound, food, living organisms, and other elements of our world. Using the scientific method, students will learn to ask questions, hypothesize, collect data, and make and record observations. Students will keep a science journal and learn to work cooperatively and independently. Reading comprehension skills will also be emphasized. Teacher will provide the materials for the experiments. Parents are asked to provide a "lab coat" (an oversized shirt) to protect clothes from our sometimes messy experiments.
Teacher: Heidi Frank
Class Title: Continuing on the Writing Road to Reading
Grades: 1 - 4
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $25.00
Prerequisite: do not need to have taken the first writing road to reading class, but students will need to get the phonogram cards and learn the first 45 before the class begins in the fall.
As we continue on the Writing Road to Reading, students will continue their mastery of the 70 phonograms of the English language. We will go further into the spelling list, and will focus on mastering the more difficult phonograms not mastered in the first Writing Road to Reading class. We will begin using our spelling words to make sentences and paragraphs, and learn the basics of grammar and sentence structure. We will also read excerpts from quality literature together and focus on author’s purpose and comprehension techniques. This will continue the multi-sensory approach to Language Arts on a more advanced level than the first class. Homework will include practicing phonograms both written and orally, practicing spelling words, and completing homework assignments given. If students were not in the first Writing Road to Reading class, parents should contact me to get the phonogram cards and work on mastering the first 45 before the class begins in September.
Teacher: Terry Brenna
Class Title: This is My Country
Grades: 1 - 4
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $32.00
Class Text: Provided by instructor.
Junior Geographers will have fun discovering America as we travel through the United States, singing patriotic songs and collecting souvenirs as we go. We’ll begin with our national capital and symbols, and then visit several states each week. Colorful maps and fact pages help us learn each state’s capital, major cities, attractions, bird, tree, flower, flag and motto. Each student will also have the opportunity to give an oral report on a state of their choosing. There is no homework outside of class required other than preparation for this oral report and several optional activities. A year-end Open House will be held for parents to see and hear all we’ve learned!
Teacher: Lani Shipley
Class Title: Intermediate Piano and Music
Grades: 2 - 5
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $50.00
Class Text: Provided by the teacher
Prerequisite: Beginning Piano and Music, or Teacher permission.
This intermediate level piano course will build on students’ knowledge of note reading and rhythm as they learn about intervals, chord structures, key signatures, and music history, and improve their technique and artistry. The small class size will enable personal instruction in a fun group atmosphere. Students will learn how to play songs they love and will gain confidence in performing as they play for each other from week to week. Each student will have their own keyboard and headphones to use during class. Students are expected to have access to a piano or keyboard to practice outside of class throughout the week.
Teacher: Sue Kicha
Class Title: Club ZOOM
Grades: 2 – 5 (age 7 minimum)
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $55.00
Get ready for FUN and EXCITEMENT! Based on the PBS show "ZOOM", we will do Zoom projects, Zoom games and activities, Zoom skits and Zoom crafts. This class will be packed with a variety of activities enjoyable to a range of ages. While utilizing their God-given ingenuity and creativity, students will also learn the important skill of working as a team. This class is designed to get your kids excited about the wonderful world that God made. No homework required.
Teacher: Denise Sumner
Class Title: Hands-On Equations
Grades: 3 - 6
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $40.00
Class Text: Supplied by teacher
Prerequisite: Basic arithmetic.
Would you like your child to have an advantage when he/she takes Algebra? Hands-On Equations is a program designed to introduce younger children to concepts usually not introduced until Algebra. The program uses manipulatives to teach students to solve equations and verbal problems. Once concepts are mastered, students transition to the traditional “paper and pencil” approach to solving equations. This method strengthens the student’s understanding of algebraic concepts, problem solving and mental math skills, all while having fun. Students must have a firm understanding of adding, subtracting and basic multiplying/dividing skills. Most work will be done during class. Homework will be up to 45 minutes per week depending on student’s pace.
Teacher: Lara Steele
Class Title: Quilting through the New Testament
Grades: 3 - 6
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $60.00
Prerequisites: Must be able to follow directions well enough to be safe with a sewing machine and cutting tools.
The student will learn to use a sewing machine. The student will comprehend and demonstrate knowledge of safety rules around sewing a cutting material. The student will learn many famous Bible stories from the New Testament. The student will create a quilt to fit his/her bed as a portfolio of their work from the year. This class is designed to be FUN! Everyone will grow and learn as they discuss what kind of lives people lived when the Bible was written. We will color and draw and in general have a wonderful time while constructing our quilts. Last year we did Old Testament, but this year we will focus on the New Testament. Many questions come up during these classes and it is a great non-threatening way to discuss current social concerns as well as create a beautiful master piece.
Teacher: Debbie Rowand
Class Title: Knitting / Crocheting
Grades: 4 - 12
Tuition per month: $15.00
Material One-time: None. Students will need to provide their own materials. Material list to follow.
Class Text: Patterns will be created by the teacher or found for free on the internet.
Prerequisites: The ability to sit and follow instructions and manual dexterity. Students who took this class last year are welcome to sign up and work on this year’s project or one of their own.
Have you ever thought about the needlework that your ancestors use to do? Is it a dying art? How about joining a class that will bring back those treasured arts? Come enjoy being with friends and making your own items to keep or to give away. We will learn basics in the art of crocheting and knitting. You will learn the basics on practice yarn and then do at least one large project. There will be outside work to do at home to get projects completed.
Teacher: Molly Hurd
Class Title: Science Projects
Grades: 4 - 12
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $25.00
Class Text: none
Prerequisite: None.
Want to do science projects but don’t know where to start? We will first learn the scientific method and how it relates to our lives and problem solving. Students will then learn how to research a topic, conduct an experiment, and present their project. Students will learn presentation skills, graphing, report writing, and how to research a topic. This will require minimal parent participation at home to help set up and monitor student’s projects and there is some weekly homework. Most of the projects are teacher directed and all materials will be supplied. Projects include making ice cream, measuring lung capacity, making flubber to working with seeds, meal worms and more! When students are ready, they can direct their own project. We will also try to enter some competitions for those who are interested.
Teacher: Isolde Beebe
Class Title: Introduction to Art
Grades: 4 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $80.00
Class Text: None
Prerequisite: None.
In this course we will be exploring the elements of art which are value, line, texture, form, color, and space. Each project will focus on one of the elements as well as building on the ones we have already covered. We will also experience a variety of different materials and techniques such as pencil, colored pencil, pen and ink, painting, collage, clay, sculpture, and mixed media. Students can expect also to learn to draw many different subjects such as portraits, landscapes, animals and architecture to name a few. There is no textbook, prerequisites or homework for this class. I also like to start each class with a prayer and I try to relate my projects to God as much as possible the greatest artist!
Teacher: Joe Giorello
Class Title: Great Battles and History of WWII
Grades: 5 - 12
Tuition per month: $18.00
Material One-time: $45.00
Class Text: handouts, some Internet, some books to be distributed by teacher
Beginning with Pearl Harbor (and world events leading to the attack), we'll study in chronological order the battles, historical figures, strategy and weapons of World War II. We'll also look at several great military battles outside that time period. Though no weekly homework is assigned, students are expected to give one or two presentations to the class, based on the military topic of their choice, and to contribute to the round-table discussions. Class is for boys only, grades 5-12. Younger with teacher permission.
Teacher: Sky Blake
Class Title: P.E.
Grades: 6 - 8
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $20.00
Class Text: materials
Prerequisite: None.
Enjoy the fun of exercise as we learn and condition our bodies. This class will help all students learn athletic skills, good sportsmanship, self-confidence and team work. We will be learning sports specific skills from sports such as basketball, soccer, baseball, football and more. Exercise form and additional hand-eye/foot-eye coordination skills will be practiced for a broader spectrum of learning. Careful attention will be given to effort, attitude and sportsmanship. Performance tests will be taken periodically as a measure of improvement to encourage each student in his or her progress.
Teacher: Jim Jensen
Class Title: Intermediate Guitar
Grades: 6 - 12
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $35
Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar or equivalent.
This class will begin where the Beginning Guitar class left off, and offer students the opportunity to increase their ability and enjoyment. A greater number of chords and techniques will be learned including sight reading, strums, finger picking, and barr chords. Students will learn many praise and worship songs that will increase in difficulty as well as some music theory. The goal of the class is to equip students with the ability to play in various ministry situations including children's programs and youth worship. Students must bring a guitar and practice a minimum of 2 hours per week.
Teacher: Anne Shantz
Class Title: 1st Year High School French
Grades: 7 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $35.00
Class Text: Easy French Reader; Easy French Step-by-Step
Prerequisite: None.
The students will learn French language and grammar through a text and conversation. There will be weekly Bible verses to translate. Each student will receive all the texts plus a French dictionary. There will be homework each week. Students must provide a 1 inch binder to store their translations.
Teacher: Kristi Miller
Class Title: Preschool Celebrates
Grades: Age 3 – 5
Tuition per month: $15.00
Material One-time: $40.00
Prerequisites: Potty trained
We will use literature, songs, and crafts to celebrate holidays and seasons throughout the year. September: School, Apples, Fall; October: Pumpkins and Fire Safety; November: Veterans Day, Thanksgiving; December: Christmas; January: Winter, Snow, Martin Luther King; February: Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, Chinese New Year; March: St. Patrick’s Day, Spring; April: Easter; May: Mother’s Day, Memorial Day; June: Summer, Father’s Day.
Teacher: Lori Intonti
Class Title: Ballet Basics
Grades: K - 3
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $15.00
As Ballet is the root of many forms of dance, this is your chance to give your child the foundation that he or she needs to experience the world of dance! We will concentrate on basic ballet technique in the Checcetti method, forming an excellent base for further Ballet, or Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Ballroom, etc. The class will consist of center stretches, beginning barre work, movement across the floor, short dances and games. Ballet slippers preferred but not mandatory; comfortable clothing is required.
Teacher: Isolde Beebe
Class Title: Meet the Masters
Grades: K - 3
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $75.00
Prerequisite: None.
In this course students will explore the history of art beginning with Cave painting and going through Jackson Polluck. They will also experience a variety of materials such as pencil, ink, watercolor, oil pastels, acrylic paint, clay, wire, and mixed media. We will study drawing, painting, collage, and sculpture each month. Some months we will focus on a different subject such as owls, robots, or portraits and use a story as our inspiration. There is no required text or homework in this course. I like to begin each class with a prayer and try to relate what we are learning to most amazing artist and creator God
Teacher: Laura Brokaw
Class Title: Intermediate Chess Club
Grades: K - 8
Tuition per month: $5.00
This class is designed for students who have played chess for at least a year and who have completed the online lessons or the equivalent and want to improve their skills further. Students will be required to purchase some chess software to use at home, and are responsible for bringing a board and pieces to class. In class we will analyze games and learn to recognize patterns of attack and defense and the reasons behind moves. Students should plan to work with their chess software 5-10 minutes daily and are highly encouraged to participate in at least two local tournaments during the school year. Most of the class period will be spent playing chess.
Teacher: Lani Shipley
Class Title: Beginning Piano and Music
Grades: 1 - 4
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $50.00
Class Text: Provided by the teacher
This introductory piano course will teach students the fundamentals of music, including rhythms, melodies, harmonies, and note reading. The small class size will enable personal instruction in a fun group atmosphere. Students will learn how to play songs they love and will have opportunities to progress at their own pace. Each student will have their own keyboard and headphones to use during class. While not required, students will benefit the most if they have access to a piano or keyboard at home to practice.
Teacher: Kat Dela Cruz
Class Title: Kids in the Kitchen!
Grades: 1 - 6
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $75.00
Class Text: To be provided by instructor
With underlying emphasis on developing gratitude for God's abundant provision, this active, fun class fosters and hones kid's natural enthusiasm for making a mess, for creating incredible-edible concoctions that not only taste good but are actually good for you! Kids will learn how to plan, shop for and prepare healthy meals and snacks that taste great. In addition to lots of "hands on" experiences, this course incorporates nutrition tips, making healthy choices, essential sanitation practices and the development of their very own "Favorite Recipes" book, complete with pictures. Occasional "Guest Chef" appearances and recipe contests. No outside work required.
Teacher: Kimberly Williams
Class Title: Writing for Elementary
Grades: 2 - 3
Tuition per month: $18.00
Material One-time: $24.00
Class Text: Parent must purchase: 3-ring binder, subject dividers and Thesaurus required
Prerequisite: None
This class is designed as a beginning writing class for elementary aged students. Within that framework, we will include vocabulary building, listening skills, and thinking skills. Writing activities will include: writing poetry, what makes a sentence, sentence building, using a thesaurus, brainstorming, story journals, book reports (some reading required), simple paragraphs, and more. Listening and thinking skills will include: following directions, vocabulary development, verbal sequencing, verbal classification and more. There will be short homework assignments, which may include take home worksheets, journal activities, and short writing assignments. Approximate homework time: 1-2 hours per week.
Teacher: Terry Brenna
Class Title: Biblical Science II
Grades: 4 - 6
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $32.00
Class Text: Provided by the teacher
This class is a more intensive version of the Biblical Science for grades 1 -4. Students that have taken Biblical Science will still benefit from taking this course. Romans 1:20 tells us God has revealed His invisible attributes, His eternal power and His divine nature to mankind through His creation of the world. Using the creation week as our outline, we’ll embark on an exciting adventure to learn more about God through science. With demonstrations, hands-on exploration and application of His word, we’ll discover ways to use this information to glorify Him and concurrently lay the foundation for future science study. Although no homework is required, all students are encouraged to keep and review a science notebook. Activities for further enrichment outside of class time will be suggested.
Teacher: Debbie Rowand
Class Title: Sign Language 1
Grades: 4 and up
Tuition per month: $15.00
Class Text: Flashcards are recommended. The student can make their own, or they can be purchased through me (they are still homemade) but prices vary depending on the week (as the number of words change each week
There is a whole section of the population that does not speak an audible language. In the United States alone, there are 2 to 4 people out of every 1,000 who are deaf. This “foreign” language class will cover how to “speak” with the deaf. It is a beautiful language that will not tie your tongue (but maybe your fingers) and makes singing absolutely beautiful and graceful. Come join us as we learn to “speak” another language.
Teacher: Bonni Swinney
Class Title: Boys Club
Grades: 4 - 6
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $60.00
Class Text: Parents must purchase: The Young Man’s Handy Book: Preparing Your Son on the Home front
Prerequisites: Be a boy and excited to make things!
This is a hands-on class for boys. The boys will learn to cook, practice first aid and safety skills, be creative with handyman projects, work with wood, explore budgeting, and find true heroes that build God-centered character. There will be some homework and optional field trips.
Teacher: Sky Blake
Class Title: Strength and Conditioning / Speed and Agility
Grades: 5 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time $40.00
If you are preparing for athletic competition or are just looking to increase your strength, speed, agility, or endurance this is the class for you. Students will feel more alive and alert as they strengthen major and minor muscle groups. We will be using training techniques in the areas of plyometrics, resistance and form exercises. Spiritual and emotional encouragement will be in ample supply as each student strives to meet their goals. Assessment will be based on attitude, effort and the completion of in-class and out-of-class assigned tasks.
Teacher: Anne Shantz
Class Title: High School Geography
Grades: 6 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $60.00
Class Text: World Atlas (provided)
This is a didactic in-depth study of the physical geography of the world and how it has affected culture and history. There is weekly homework involving map-labeling and answering questions on the lecture. Each student will receive an atlas and copious notes. Students must provide a 3-inch binder.
Teacher: David Schilling
Class Title: Intermediate NXT Mindstorm Robotics
Grades: 6 - 12
Tuition per month: $20.00
Prerequisite: Beginning Mindstorm Robots, or teacher’s permission
Materials: Students must supply their own NXT Mindstorm Robotics kit, and have a laptop they can bring to class.
This continuation of the Beginning Robotics class will go into more detail with how to build and program robots. The course goal is for students to be able to consistently build their own robots. This is accomplished by building up from smaller working components, both in hardware and software. For example, starting with little test programs to understand how a sensor relates to its environment. Or building an isolated manipulator to see if and how it will work before building a robot around it. Depending on the time and student abilities we will also study multitasking, Bluetooth communications, and subsumption architecture.
Programming will be done with a (free) text-based language (BricxCC’s NXC).
Teacher: Molly Hurd
Class Title: Botany & Bugs
Grades: 6 - 12
Tuition per month: $25.00
Material One-time: $60.00
Class Text: None
Learn all about our native plants, trees, and bugs and how they need each other. We will keep a plant/tree notebook of all that we identify by pressing, doing rubbings, taking photos and more. We will also learn uses of each such as for timber or Native American uses or medicinal uses. We will cover forest types, tree growth and more. We will learn all about our native bugs from ants to potato bugs to spiders and more. We will cover food chains and how we God created plants and bugs for our survival. Students will have weekly homework and will be required to collect and bring in specimens. Students will be required to have internet access for research and online reading. This will be a lab based class. Can be taken for credit.
Teacher: Jim Jensen
Class Title: Beginning Guitar
Grades: 6 - 12
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $35.00
Class Text: Provided
Beginning Guitar will teach students the basics of playing the guitar, even if they have not had previous experience playing an instrument. Chords, as well as some note reading and tabs will be learned and before long they will be playing a number of songs. The goal is that they will play the guitar for personal enjoyment as well as to minister to others. A variety of children's songs, praise songs, etc. will be learned. An instruction book, notebook, and hand-outs will be supplied. The student needs to bring an acoustic guitar to class
Teacher: Cathi Kershner
Class Title: Exploring American Government and Debate
Grades: 9 - 12
Tuition per month: $20.00
Material One-time: $10.00
Class Texts: Exploring Government. (Parents must purchase: on CBD) & SPEAK OUT! Debate and Public Speaking in Middle School (Parents must purchase: on Amazon)
We will focus on understanding the purpose and functions of democracy by paying attention to the Constitution and biblical basis for government. Learn what the government does, why it is the way it is and why it does what it does. Debate will be woven in throughout the year with a focus on the different issues we talk about in Government. This class has an option for grading and one HS Credit. Homework will be assigned and should take five days a week about 1-2 hours per day. Parents will be asked to provide additional reading materials (list will be given in class). Students will write three essays and present one oral report and participate in debate. This is a High School level class.