MEMBERSHIP CLASSES:
CORE
*The core classes at all levels follow a four-year classical education cycle. This year all core classes will study ancient history . Future years will cover medieval, early modern, and modern history.
Core Grades 9-12
Teacher: Bill Landerholm
Supply fee: $10 per semester
The class focuses on history, literature, and composition in the ancient time period.
Core Grades 6-8
Teacher: Diana Kehoe
Supply fee: $10.00 per semester
We will study the ancient era. This course is a survey of world history, including a history text, readings from literature, and some geography study. Students should expect to spend 45 minutes a day preparing for class and completing assignments. Assignments will include reading, short essays, and longer research and writing assignments. We will have some quizzes during class time as well.
Books:
Kingfisher History Encyclopedia,
other books will be listed at registration
3 ring binder
loose leaf notebook paper
pencil or pen, colored pencils
an Atlas is helpful, but not absolutely necessary
Internet access is necessary
Core Grades 4-5
Teacher: Kim Sardegna
Supply fee: $10.00 per semester
We will study ancient history along with literature. Class work will include short reports, reading, making maps, and hands-on projects.
Books: The Story of the World, Volume 1, Ancient Times
There will be additional reading, book list available at registration
Core Grades 1-3
Teacher: Linda Landerholm
Supply fee: $20.00 per semester
We will learn about history, geography, literature, and do narrations and memorization to study the Modern period of history. This class will include plenty of hands-on activities.
Books: The Story of the World, Volume 1, Ancient Times
There will be additional books, a list will be available at registration
STORYTIME
Grades K-2
Teacher: Brigid Schroepfer
Supply fee: $10.00 per semester
We will read assorted children’s stories. After the teacher reads the story aloud, we will explore the art, history, vocabulary, geography, science, etc. that relates to the story. A craft/art project will be done each week.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
General Physical Education
Grades K-2
Teacher: Cindy Stewart
Supply fee: $5.00 per semester
Supervised outdoor activities for children. As long as it is not raining or excessively cold, kids will go out, so in the winter bring warm clothes and boots!
RELIGION
Saints Club
Teacher: Diana Kehoe
Grades: K-2
Supply fee: $5.00 per semester
This class will introduce your child to the many saints that are widely known and the not so famous. We will talk about their virtues, stories, struggles, and their powerful intercession for us. Will do crafts and play saint games.
Religion Grades 3-4
Teacher: Rebecca Wick
Supply fee: $5.00 per semester
We will be covering 4th grade religion using the Faith and Life series from Ignatius Press. Students will need both the text and activity book Jesus our Guide, Grade 4, 3rd edition.
Religion Grades 5-7
Teacher: Marjorie Schaeffer and Bridgett Vermett
Supply fee: TBA
All students will have reading assignments, workbook assignments, and take-home quizzes each week, as well as unit tests several times each semester. Seventh grade students will have at least one additional project each semester (any required materials for seventh grade students will be announced in the summer, before class begins).
Books: Following Christ, the Grade 6 book in the Ignatius Press “Faith and Life” Catechetical Series
Following Christ, student book, 3rd edition ISBN 9781586175689
Following Christ, activity book, 3rd edition, ISBN 9781586175764
Religious Education, Grades 8-12
Teacher: Toni Cermak
Supply fee: TBA
Dynamic Catholic Decision Point is a program made for Confirmation and teens, to see why we are Catholic. It puts in their laps the tools to become closer to God and spread his Love to all. This program is has a workbook and short videos to reinforce what they have learned and putting it into a teenager point of view. Everyone will need a Bible and workbooks are $4.00. All videos can be viewed for free on line so make up is easily done. Videos are also a great way for you to watch and be able to deepen the conversation at home with your child.
Teacher: Toni Cermak
Supply fee: TBA
Dynamic Catholic Decision Point is a program made for Confirmation and teens, to see why we are Catholic. It puts in their laps the tools to become closer to God and spread his Love to all. This program is has a workbook and short videos to reinforce what they have learned and putting it into a teenager point of view. Everyone will need a Bible and workbooks are $4.00. All videos can be viewed for free on line so make up is easily done. Videos are also a great way for you to watch and be able to deepen the conversation at home with your child.
SCIENCE
Anatomy and Physiology
Grades 4-6
Teacher: Amy Newburn
Supply fee: $20.00 per semester (if we do dissection, there will be an additional small fee to cover the kits)
We have lecture, labs, and projects in this class along with some experiments. Students should expect 2-3 days of homework a week and quizzes two times a month. We will take the entire year to complete the book. There will be more challenging assignments for the older students.
Book: Exploring Creation with Anatomy and Physiology by Jeannie K. Fulbright from Apologia Publishing.
Anatomy Notebooking Journal: Exploring Creation with Anatomy and Physiology Apologia Publishing.
Note: 4th graders and (at parent’s discretion) some 5th graders should purchase the junior notebooking journal. All 6th graders, and most 5th graders should purchase the non-junior version.
Science K-3
Grades K-3
Teacher: Kayla Abramowicz
Supply fee: $10.00 per semester
VOCABULARY
Roots Roundup
Grades 4 and up
Teacher: Colleen M. Schroepfer
Supply Fee: $12.00 per semester
We will be learning 100 roots, their meaning, and some vocabulary words for each root. Learning the Greek and Latin roots will hopefully give meaning to many words that students encounter in other subjects--i.e. science, math, history, and other languages. No book is required for the class. Homework will include memorization for quizzes. There will be quizzes, tests, games, and competitions in class.
ELECTIVE CLASSES:
These classes are NOT included in the membership fee. There is charge for each class that is paid directly to the teacher.
ART
Grades 9-12
Teacher: Mary Schermerhorn
Fee: $90.00 per semester
Teacher will provide all materials.
Students observe demonstrations by the instructor and will use a wide variety of art materials. Materials include paints, printing inks, pen and ink, charcoals, pastels, and clay. They will develop skills in composition, design, drawing, painting, sculpture, and print making. We will study basic art principles and elements and art terminology.
Grades 6-8
Teacher: Mary Schermerhorn
Fee: $90.00 per semester
Teacher will provide all materials.
Students observe demonstrations by the instructor and will use a wide variety of art materials. Materials include paints, printing inks, pen and ink, charcoals, pastels, and clay. They will develop skills in composition, design, drawing, painting, sculpture, and print making. We will study basic art principles and elements and art terminology.
Grades 3-5
Teacher: Mary Schermerhorn
Fee: $90.00 per semester
Teacher will provide all materials.
This class will teach the elements of art: line, shape, color, texture, and value. We will use principles of design, repetition, rhythm, variety, contrast, balance, harmony and unity in our projects as well. We will paint, draw, and sculpt, using a fun and varied assortment of media.
MATH
Introductory Algebra
Requirements: A solid understanding of basic math concepts
Teacher: Kristine Brown
Fee: $90.00 per semester plus $20 supply fee
This is an excellend class to bridge between elementary math and Algebra I. We will begin learning Algebra concepts and will cover them in depth with LOTS and LOTS of practice. This course focuses on the beginning Algebra concepts that, with successful completion, will assist students in easier and more complete learning in future math courses. If these concepts are not covered and understood thoroughly students may likely struggle in successive math courses.
Daily homework will be completed with parent grading and stufdent corrections, contacting teacher as necessary for complete understanding. Class periods will focus on new material to ensure adequate concept completion. Possibility of home-parent administered tests.
Book: Introductory Algebra, An Applied Approach Fifth Edition by Aufmann, Barker, Lockwood (Houghton Mifflin)
ISBN: 0-395-90706-3
Algebra II
Requirements: A solid understanding of basic math concepts through successful completion of Algebra coursework
Teacher: Kristine Brown
Fee: $90.00 per semester
This is a thorough Algebra II course which will also include Trigonometry, as time allows. We will focus on learning the concepts and where the numbers come from as well as what they mean so that students understand the concepts fully. Calculators may be used, as I allow, but we will not be using graphing calculators or programming in this course. Students need to understand and use their brains, then calculators may assist later.
Coursework for grade calculation will be minimal. Daily homework will be completed with parent grading and student corrections, contacting teacher as necessary for complete understanding. Tests and reviews will be the main means of grade accumulation so homework understanding is of great importance. I advise parents to monitor the homework and make sure that the students are understanding and asking questions when necessary. Class periods will focus on new material to ensure adequate concept completion. Possibility of home-parent administered tests.
Book: Merrill Algebra Two with Trigonometry, by Foster, Rath, Winters
ISBN: 0-675-05616-0
NOTE: There may be times when class will need to meet an additional day per week.
Geometry
Requirements: A solid understanding of basic math concepts through successful completion of an Introductory or Pre-Algebra course. Algebra I completion is recommended.
Teacher: Kristine Brown
Fee: $90 per semester plus a $20 supply for answer key
Daily homework will be completed wtih parent grading and student corrections, contacting teacher as necessary for complete understanding. Class periods will focus on new material to ensure adequate concept completion. Possibility of home-parent administered tests.
Book: Geometry, Second Edition, Harold JacobsISBN: 0-7167-1745-X
NOTE: There may be times when Geometry will need to meet an additional day per week. There will be an added charge for additional class days. Any extra meeting days and their fees will be discussed with and agreed upon with parents.
Geometry
Requirements: A solid understanding of basic math concepts through successful completion of an Introductory or Pre-Algebra course. Algebra I completion is recommended.
Teacher: Kristine Brown
Fee: $90 per semester plus a $20 supply for answer key
Daily homework will be completed wtih parent grading and student corrections, contacting teacher as necessary for complete understanding. Class periods will focus on new material to ensure adequate concept completion. Possibility of home-parent administered tests.
Book: Geometry, Second Edition, Harold JacobsISBN: 0-7167-1745-X
NOTE: There may be times when Geometry will need to meet an additional day per week. There will be an added charge for additional class days. Any extra meeting days and their fees will be discussed with and agreed upon with parents.
Mrs. Brown has an engineering degree and worked in that field for 10 years prior to homeschooling. She has taught math classes at Sacred Heart Classical Center and Annunciation Coop and has tutored for several years--homeschoolers as well as private and public school students--with great success.
SCIENCE
Physical Science
Grades 7-8
Teacher: Kristine Brown
Fee: $35.00 per semester, plus a $15 supply fee
This class will use the Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd edition textbook and the Solutions and Tests for Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd edition.
The text discusses: The Basics (atoms, molecules, measurement and units, metric system and conversions); Air; The Atmosphere; Water; Thy Hydrosphere; Earth and the Lithosphere; Weather; Intro to Physics of Motion; Newton's Laws; Forces in Creation; Waves and Sound; and Light.
The students will have weekly homework from the On Your Own Questions and Study Guides for each Module, in-class labs, quizzes and Module tests. Each Module will take two weeks to complete.
Required materials: the books listed above, a 3 inch binder with 18 divider sheets (one for each of the 16 Modules and one each for Quizzes and Tests); paper, pencils, and erasers. Also safety goggles, 9-volt battery, 1.5 volt battery, a comb/brush, 2-liter bottle, and a flashlight with batteries. Other lab materials will be supplied in class.
Prior to the first class, teacher will be sending out a Fall Syllabus and reading assignment for the first class via email. Please look for that in early August.
This class will use the Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd edition textbook and the Solutions and Tests for Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd edition.
The text discusses: The Basics (atoms, molecules, measurement and units, metric system and conversions); Air; The Atmosphere; Water; Thy Hydrosphere; Earth and the Lithosphere; Weather; Intro to Physics of Motion; Newton's Laws; Forces in Creation; Waves and Sound; and Light.
The students will have weekly homework from the On Your Own Questions and Study Guides for each Module, in-class labs, quizzes and Module tests. Each Module will take two weeks to complete.
Required materials: the books listed above, a 3 inch binder with 18 divider sheets (one for each of the 16 Modules and one each for Quizzes and Tests); paper, pencils, and erasers. Also safety goggles, 9-volt battery, 1.5 volt battery, a comb/brush, 2-liter bottle, and a flashlight with batteries. Other lab materials will be supplied in class.
Prior to the first class, teacher will be sending out a Fall Syllabus and reading assignment for the first class via email. Please look for that in early August.
Biology
Grades 9-12
Teacher: Amy Newburn
Fee: $75.00 includes supplies
This course is a general biology course that will cover cell biology, five kingdom classification, biochemistry, molecular and Mendelian genetics, evolution, and ecosystems. There will be much focus on vocabulary and scientific method. Class will consist of interactive dialoging with students regarding material in the chapter. We will do projects and experiments to help further understand the material. We will have labs that will include microscope work and dissection.
Assignments will be given to the student to complete daily. The student should expect 4-7 hours of homework each week.
Text book and materials
The Prentice Hall Biology text 2008 by Miller and Levine(Dragonfly cover) with ISBN: 0132013495, ISBN-13: 9780132013499 (Can be found used on Amazon and Abe books for approx. $20)
*Please check the blog early August for the first assignment in preparation for the first day of class.
A minimum of 5 students are needed for this class.
Physics
Grades: 9-12
Teacher: Kristine Brown
Fee: $75.00 per semester
This is a basic high school physics course. It will prepare students for higher level physics in college and introduce them to interesting concepts including: motion, Newton's Laws, gravity, work and energy, springs, waves, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Experiments will be a large part of this course as well as some exciting and challenging semester projects that will broaden the students' understanding and bring these concepts to life.
Due to limited class time for this course, parents are encouraged to purchase the solutions manual to assist with homework problem computation and correcting.
Prerequisite: Algebra I.
Recommended: Algebra II (completed or concurrent)
A good math student who understands basic Algebra and is willing to spend some extra time understanding the concepts and equations will do fine. Please contact Mrs. Brown if you have questions.
Required:
Text book: Exploring Creation with Physics, 2nd Edition, by Dr. Jay L. Wile,ISBN 978-1-932012-42-2
Scientific calculator
Composition book to be used as a lab book
Optional, but recommended: Solutions Manual ISBN 978-1-932012-43-9
WRITING
Writing
Grades: 5-8 (4 if proficient reader)
Grades: 5-8 (4 if proficient reader)
Teacher: Colleen Schroepfer
Supply fee: $15.00 per semester
This course will be geared to the beginning and intermediate writer. We shall start with creating a well written sentence. After that is mastered, we will learn what is necessary for writing a good paragraph. The three basic elements of writing: content, style, and mechanics will be introduced and refined. Basic grammar will be reviewed especially as it applied to writing.
Advanced Writing
Grades: 7-8
Teacher: Theresa Ambrose
Fee: $40.00 per semester
Theater Class
Ages 9 and up
Teacher: Toni Cermak
First semester - We will be working on writing, performing and filming a Catholic themed film to inspire other teens to be part of the Catholic Church. We will be looking at other videos by Outside DA Box and Spirit Juice Studios, to get ideas and discuss how to effectively interact on film with others.
Second Semester - We will be working on a play/musical to perform at end of year. We will be doing all scenery, props, costumes and acting, so come ready to work and dive into the theater. We will do tryouts at beginning of the school year so dances can be worked on all year to be perfected in ballet class.
Cost: price for your own costume and props which you can keep at end of show.
Advanced Writing
Grades: 7-8
Teacher: Theresa Ambrose
Fee: $40.00 per semester
Andrew Pudewa's Excellence in Writing course will walk us through an easy approach to writing paragraphs and essays that when complete sound intellectual. There is a format that will be used throughout the whole year that will strengthen structure and give confidence with style. It is our hopes as home educators to cultivate a love for learning. This program does that with writing. I've been teaching this method in my home-school for 10 years and believe it to be an answer to prayer with my limited experience in writing.
The class limit is 8
Theater Class
Ages 9 and up
Teacher: Toni Cermak
First semester - We will be working on writing, performing and filming a Catholic themed film to inspire other teens to be part of the Catholic Church. We will be looking at other videos by Outside DA Box and Spirit Juice Studios, to get ideas and discuss how to effectively interact on film with others.
Second Semester - We will be working on a play/musical to perform at end of year. We will be doing all scenery, props, costumes and acting, so come ready to work and dive into the theater. We will do tryouts at beginning of the school year so dances can be worked on all year to be perfected in ballet class.
Cost: price for your own costume and props which you can keep at end of show.
Please note:
Most classes will have minumum and maximum enrollments. Those will be noted on the registration forms for each class.
Tuition for all classes is due on the first day of class. We do not require a deposit when you register for the class. Most teachers are willing to take payments if you prefer to not pay the entire amount on the first day. Please contact individual teachers about fees for their classes.
You are not obligated to take the core classes if you are attending the cooperative.
Current as of 6/6/15. Subject to change.
