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Class Schedule and Registration Form Elementary Grades
Jr. High and High School
TUESDAY 2008-2009
Registration Form
JR. HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES
Bible/Cultural Studies
Teacher: Rick Elzinga Age/Grade Level: 11th & 12th grade (two-credit class, two hours long; students must take both) Description: In the Bible class, students will learn how to discover insights and correctly interpret scripture. They will also learn some of the basics of New Testament Greek and study the biblical cultures (Israelite, Egyptian, Assyrian, Babylonian, Greek, Roman, etc.) in order to better understand scripture. In the cultural studies class, students will study both ancient and modern cultures. Additionally, students will write a major research paper on a foreign culture. Homework: Two hours per day on non-class days for a total of about eight hours per week. Materials Required: Students will need an NIV Study Bible. Other books will be purchased by the instructor and will cost approx. $50.00. Cost: $50.00 Maximum Students: 10 Quarter: 1-4 quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 9:45am
EARLY AMERICAN HISTORY
Teacher: Tammy Fish Age/Grade Level: 7th-8th grade Description: This class will be an overview of Early American History from the time of colonization to the Reconstruction era after the Civil War. Using Joy Hakim’s The History of Us as our core curriculum, we will add exciting literature to immerse ourselves into the time period being studied. Discover what it would be like to be taken captive during the French and Indian war, to be left alone for a whole winter while your family homesteads in Maine, and have a Boston Tea party while discussing the American Revolution. Come plan what to pack in a Conestoga wagon and take a field trip to the Oregon Trail museum. This will be a year to relive history in a fun a creative way. Homework: requirements for class (i.e. homework, types of assignments, projects etc.): Students need to be prepared to read, read, read! Students will be encouraged to race each other across the nations as they compete to see who can read the most literature about America. Some written homework will be assigned, but this year’s goal will be to create a love of our country and our heritage. Materials Required: (i.e. notebook, pencil, curriculum etc.): A desire to read and participate in class, and a willingness to run to the library for your next adventure! Cost: TBD The library has plenty of copes of Joy Hakim’s series, but there may be a minimal fee for some literature unobtainable at the library. There will be a fee for the Oregon Trail museum. Maximum Students: 12 Quarters: All quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 12:20pm
Folk Art Painting
Teacher: Sandra Blaha Age/Grade Level: 7th-9th grade Description: Folk art painting based on the Donna Dewberry One Stroke Painting technique, loading the brush with multiple colors, and brush control. We will learn to paint several kinds of flowers and foliage, as well as, fall and winter holiday designs. To keep the cost of the class down, we will be using the techniques learned to make greeting cards. Students can use the painting skills they learn to paint on glass, wood, ceramic and plastic. Homework: None Materials Required: A desire to have fun learning folk art painting. More items needed TBD. Cost: TBD Maximum Students: 10 Quarter: 1st & 2nd quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 2:00pm
Geography
Teacher: Tanya Sikes Age/Grade Level: HS Description: Bob Jones Geography & mapping Homework: approx. 4 hours a week Materials Required: Bob Jones Geography textbook, activities book, and tests, a notebook, and pencils Cost: TBD Maximum Students: 10-15 Quarter: 1-4 quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 12:20 pm
GOVERNMENT
Teacher: Debi Leo 503-648-4676 livn4_him@msn.com Age/Grade Level: HS Description: Since this is an election year, what an exciting time to learn the ins and outs of how government works! First from God’s perspective, then right down to the nitty gritty aspects of how the American government was designed, implemented, and maintained today. For this class, a biblically based textbook Exploring Government by Ray Notgrass will be used. Along with it, some state government information may be utilized from Abeka, or other outside sources in order to augment the student’s knowledge of this subject. Most of the In-class time will consist of a general overview and discussion of materials completed during the week, discussions on current related topics, exploring other types of governments, and added information through lectures. Three essay type tests will be administered during the 18 weeks of class time. Besides the tests, students will be graded on homework, projects on current events, or extra curricula assignments related to government e.g. field trips, campaigning for a candidate, or added research of topics pertinent to the subject. Homework: approx. 1 hour per day Materials Required: a small notebook and textbook Exploring Government by Ray Notgrass ($50) Cost: approx. $125.00 for 1st student, $100.00 for second student in family (cost depends on # of students) Maximum Students: 15 Quarters: 1st & 2nd quarters Day/Time: Tuesday, 12:00pm
Intermediate Logic
Teacher: Kathi Hilgeman Age/Grade Level: HS Description: This is a continuation of Introductory Logic. Students will learn about propositional logic, formal proofs of validity, and truth trees. New students who did not take introductory logic are welcome. If you have any questions please speak to the instructor. Homework: Approx. 4 hours a week. Materials Required: Intermediate Logic by James Nance, 2nd edition, revised & expanded, c2006. Cost: $5.00 for copies Maximum Students: 10 Quarter: 1st-4th quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 10:15am
Physical Science
Teacher: Mary Ann Brucks Age/Grade Level: 8th-10th Description: This course discusses such topics as the atmosphere, hydrosphere, weather, structure of the earth, environmentalism, physics of motion, Newton’s Laws, gravity, and astrophysics. There will be hands-on activities & labs to reinforce topics. Homework: Approx. 4 hours a week. (reading, study guide questions, tests) Materials Required: Wile, Exploring Creation with Physical Science, textbook and test & solutions manual. (1st edition) Cost: TBD Maximum Students: 10 Quarter: 1st-4th quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 8:30am
PHYSICS
SAT Language Prep. Class
Teacher: Tami Colvin Age/Grade Level: 10th -12th Description: Students will be helped to improve their language score on the SAT test by vocabulary building, including Latin and Greek root studies, timed paragraphs and essays, practice SAT questions with feedback and discussions. Homework: TBD Materials Required: notebook, pencil, and a good attitude Cost: $10.00 Maximum Students: 10-15 Quarter: 3rd & 4th quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 2:00pm
SPANISH
Teacher: Kathi Hilgeman Age/Grade Level: HS Description: ABEKA high school Spanish Homework: approx. 45 minutes per day Materials Required: ABEKA Spanish 1A & 1B Por Todo El Mundo by Steven A. Guemann and vocabulary book Cost: TBD Maximum Students: 10 Quarters: 1st – 4th quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 8:00am
Speech
Teacher: Laura Gantenbein Age/Grade Level: HS Description: The students will have the opportunity to learn and deliver various types of speeches including: expository, impromptu, extemporaneous, dramatic/humorous interpretation, persuasive, testimonial, and devotional. Homework: Bi-weekly speeches Materials Required: Speech notebook to organize handouts and class information. Cost: $5.00 Maximum Students: Open Quarter: 1st & 2nd quarter (until Christmas break) Day/Time: Thursdays, 2:00pm
Writing
Teacher: Laura Gantenbein Age/Grade Level: 7th & 8th Description: This class will focus on writing a variety of papers including: descriptive, narrative, persuasive, compare/contrast, informative, personification, definition, process, etc. I emphasize rewrites and correcting/”beautifying” their papers. Homework: Writing a new paper or a rewrite each week. A basic understanding of the types of sentences (simple, compound, & complex sentences) and basic grammar needed. Materials Required Writing class notebook with 5 dividers, paper, and pencil. Cost: $10.00 Maximum Students: 15 Quarter: 1st-4th quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 10:15am
ZOOLOGY III
Teacher: Lelia Mann Age/Grade Level: 5th-7th grade Description: In this two quarter course we will take an in-depth look at land animals of all kinds: Canines, Felines, Marsupials, Primates, Rodents, Ungulates, Reptiles, Amphibians, Arthropods, Gastropods, and more. Students will learn how to conduct scientific experiments by writing down their hypothesis, learning the importance of one-variable experiments, and recording their results. They will build a notebook that contains their experiment sheets, notes from their reading, and pictures and diagrams they will make throughout the course. This curriculum is thorough enough to provide a good deal of knowledge on the subject, but due to its conversational tone and emphasis on observation and experiments, it keeps the student’s interest, creativity, and excitement alive. Homework: 1 to 2 hours per week Materials Required: pencils, colored pencils, binder (with lined and blank paper and a few sheet protectors) Cost: TBD Maximum Students: 10 Quarters: 1st-& 2nd quarter Day/Time: Thursday, 8:30am
ELEMENTARY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
ANCIENT HISTORY
Teacher: Kristy Laine Age/Grade Level: 3rd-5th grade Description: Ancient history using information from Child’s History of the World. Homework: Minimal Materials Required: Will need a three ring binder, pencil, & colored pencils. Cost: TBD Maximum Students: 15 Quarters: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 10:15am
BEGINNING ENGLISH/WRITING
Teacher: Debbie Biggs Age/Grade Level: 5th & 6th grade Description: Homework: None Materials Required: Will need a three ring binder. Cost: TBD Maximum Students: 10 Quarters: 3rd & 4th quarters Day/Time: Thursday, 12:20pm
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