Semester Classes & Dates
SEMESTER DATES
High School- January 16th – May 8th
Elementary- January 30th – April 24th
**No Class**- March 13th- Spring Break
View Current Schedule Here: SPRING 2023 CLASSES.pdf
To Enroll: Click on the “Class Enrollment Form” at the bottom of this page. You must already be a member of WWHM to enroll.
ENROLLMENT IS OPEN ON:
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- November 25th (Friday) – Coordinators
- December 5th (Monday) – Teachers
- December 12th (Monday)- Current Families that are members of WWHM
- December 16th (Friday)- New Families that became members of WWHM for the NEW semester
ENROLLMENT CLOSES:
- December 20th (Tuesday) – Early Enrollment Ends, Lose $5 after today
- December 25th (Sunday) – Last day to ENROLL, $20 late fee after today
- January 1st (Sunday) – Any changes result in a $20 fee
**PLEASE NOTE: ALL FEES ARE PER SEMESTER**
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3 Year Olds and PreK
Teacher: Wendy Greer
Description: We will be doing a variety of preschool activities and crafts. Our theme will change weekly. We will read, do crafts, play games and have an occasional snack.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: None
Fees: $15
Teacher: Kristi Fair
Description:Teaching the foundations of early math through games, manipulatives reading and worksheets.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Pencils, colored pencils and crayons.
Fees: $5
Teacher: Alex Willems
Description:We will play games and run around in this active play class. Red Light Green Light, Parachute games and so much more!
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: None
Fees: $5
Teacher: Ashley Zorn
Description: Learn the alphabet while having fun making zoo animals with different art supplies.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Finger paints
Fee: $10
Teacher: Ed Blanchette
Description: This course will cover the major events of the book of Exodus and seek to communicate to the student the amazing ability of God to work to bring about a great deliverance and reveal a great purpose for the lives of each of us as people. Among the lessons we’ll consider will be the life of Moses, the ten plagues of Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea and much more.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: Crayons, a folder for coloring pages
Fees: $5
Teacher: Cherise Eutsler
Description: We will learn through play! Activities will include listening to stories, making crafts, and playing with items such as blocks, sensory tubs, playdough, a parachute, and various other toys. We'll work on counting, letters, name recognition, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and more.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Crayons, scissors, glue sticks
Fees: $8
Teacher: Carrie Corliss
Description: Letters, numbers, snacks, and games!
Class Length: 12 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: None
Fees: $5
Teacher: Andrea Johnson
Description: This class will be full of reading, singing, movement, art, fun, and lots of learning, as we cover all the basics like letters, numbers, colors, shapes, seasons, days of the week, feelings, manners, and more!
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Book: none
Supplies: None
Fee: $10
Art and Crafts
Teacher: Wendy Greer
Description: We will be doing a variety of preschool activities and crafts. Our theme will change weekly. We will read, do crafts, play games and have an occasional snack.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: None
Fees: $15
Teacher: Erin Dodson
Description: Freeplay class with PlayDoh.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: none
Fee: $5
Teacher: Andrea Johnson
Description: Let's be creative, get messy, and have fun making art!
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Paint shirt
Fee: $10
Teacher: Rashelle Conkling
Class Length: 12 weeks
Description: This course will focus on getting comfortable with watercolor painting techniques and enjoying the process of painting. We will also discuss the basic materials, tools, techniques as well as color and value.
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Pencil
Fee: $27
Bible
Teacher: Ed Blanchette
Description: This course will cover the major events of the book of Exodus and seek to communicate to the student the amazing ability of God to work to bring about a great deliverance and reveal a great purpose for the lives of each of us as people. Among the lessons we’ll consider will be the life of Moses, the ten plagues of Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea and much more.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: Crayons, a folder for coloring pages
Fees: $5
Teacher: Kaye Obermeyer
Description: There is no other book more valuable to us than The Bible, God's Holy Word! God wrote It as our Guidebook for Life, and there is nothing but the Truth included inside Its covers. We will spend our class time learning about the history of The Holy Bible, from Its origin to the present. From this study, we will grow in knowledge about the stories, heroes, obedience, love, feasts, Angels, languages, etc. We will follow timelines and maps as we journey through the history of this Book and will recognize that the Greatest Hero of all, Jesus Christ, is found all the way through, from Genesis to Revelation.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: none
Prerequisites: None
Book: Bible KJV
Supplies:Bible: KING JAMES VERSION, Journal, pencil
Fees: $30
Dance and Drama
Teacher: June Johnson
Description: Middle School Drama is a "doing" class. There will be drama games and improv
scenes during each class session to give the students more experience on stage. They will review basic acting techniques and stage terminology, and work on some scripted scenes.
There is no textbook, but the students will be expected to take notes and keep all handouts. Returning students are encouraged, and new students will be welcomed.
*This class can be taken 1 or 2 semesters.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: Folder, pen or pencil
Fees: $35
Teacher: June Johnson
Description:High School and advanced middle school students are invited to join the class. We will review theater, and work on some advanced acting techniques. There will be lots of improvs, some scripted scenes , theater games, and perhaps some surprises. There will be no textbook, but students will be expected to keep all handouts
*This class can be 1 or 2 semesters.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: Folders, pen or pencil
Fees: $35
Economics
Teacher: Carrie Corliss
Description: Foundations in Personal Finance teaches middle school students about money. This video-driven class weaves together humor and real-life stories to educate and reinforce sound principles for managing money.
Students are empowered and equipped to make smart financial decisions! Teens who have taken Foundations in Personal Finance have gone on to do things like buy their first car with cash, save up a $500 emergency fund, and graduate from college completely debt-free! These students took the lessons to heart and changed their lives because of it.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 1-2 hours
Book: Foundations in Personal Finance: Middle School Edition Text https://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/education/foundations-in-personal-finance-middle-school-homeschool-student-text
Supplies: Pen, folder and Foundations in Personal Finance Student Text (in link above)
Fees: $10
Teacher: Kaye Obermeyer
Description: This one-semester course explains the key concepts of economics and what they mean, guiding students to become better stewards of the money God provides and become informed contributors to the economy on personal, household, local, national, and international levels.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 4 or more hours
Book: EXPLORING ECONOMICS, Curriculum Package and Student Review Pack, both by Ray Notgrass (www.notgrass,com)
Supplies: Book package (above), pencils, notebook paper (college rule, NO spiral notebooks please) 3-ring binder for paper, etc.
Fees: $30
Foreign Language
Teacher: Cherise Eutsler
Description: We will work on pronunciation of Spanish sounds, and learn basic words such as colors, numbers, animals, etc. It will be helpful for students to review their words at home throughout the week.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: 100 ct pack of 3x5 note cards (lined or blank), pencils, markers, crayons, scissors, glue sticks
Fee: $10
Teacher: Kay Drake
Description: This class is designed to be an introduction to American Sign Language for younger students Grades 1-5 or for those students who wish to refresh their skills. Each week 10-20 signs and phrases will be taught. There will be lots of review to ensure learning and proficiency. It will be a springboard for those wishing to continue learning American Sign Language. All class materials will be provided. Students will need to provide folders for class handouts.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: None
Book: none
Supplies: Pencils and folder
Fee: $15
Teacher: Elizabeth Fisher
Description: Hebrew Beginnings is a Hebrew introductory course focusing on the Hebrew Aleph-Bet, the use of Hebrew words in Scripture, and the Hebrew Names of God.
Students will study the Hebrew Aleph-Bet including pictographs and numbers. Students will study the Hebrew forms of many of the Names of God. Students will learn how to use hebrew4christians.com to study Hebrew and to learn more about the history and meaning of Hebrew letters and words.
Students will also learn how to use blueletterbible.org to study the Bible, specifically how to find the Hebrew words and roots from which the text has been translated into English in the Old Testament.
Students will also discover some of the typologies of Jesus found in the Old Testament.
Class Length: 12 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: Loose leaf paper in a binder or a spiral-bound notebook, pencils with an eraser, 100 (3”x5”) UNLINED notecards
Fees: $20
Teacher: Kay Drake
Description: In this language immersion-class, students will learn the beautiful language of American Sign Language and Deaf culture. As the class progresses, less voice will be used to enable students to have practical use of the skill they are learning. Each student will need a copy of A Basic Course in American Sign Language by Tom Humphries, Carol Padden, and Terrence J. O'Rourke. It is available on Amazon.com, new or used.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: None
Book: none
Supplies: A Basic Course in American Sign Language by Tom Humphries, Carol Padden, Terrence O'Rourke.
Fee: $40
Teacher: Kay Drake
Description: This class will continue to build on the skills students learned in American Sign Language 1. Opportunities will be given to interact with the Deaf to enhance skills. The majority of the class will be in ASL, with limited voice. This will sharpen students' skills in not only knowing ASL but will also give them a greater understanding of ASL syntax. Each student will need a copy of A Basic Course in American Sign Language. It is available new or used on Amazon.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion of ASL1 or able to demonstrate an equivalent skill level
Book: none
Supplies: A Basic Course in American Sign Language by Tom Humphries, Carol Padden, Terrence O'Rourke.
Fee: $40
History
Teacher: Michelle Blanchette
Description: This is a year long class. We will watch two episodes of Liberty's Kids each week then talk for the remaining of the class about what was watched. This provides four weeks extra (because there are 40 episodes) so intermingled during the year we will have projects we will complete.
Class Length: 12 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: None
Homework: None
Book: None
Supplies: Pillow if desired.
Fees: $15
Teacher: Penny Webster
Description: So many famous Kansans!! We are continuing our study into the new semester. WE will learn about more famous people and maybe even take a field trip!
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: 3 prong pocket folder & pencils
Fees: $35
Teacher: Ashley Schooley
Description: This is a continuation from 1st Semester “Ancient History” as we work through The Good and Beautiful History Year 1 curriculum. We will learn about The Middle Ages through The Renaissance time periods using different learning mediums such as crafts, dramatizations, games and out loud stories. 1st semester Ancient History is NOT required prior to taking this class.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Pencil, colored pencils or crayons, scissors
Fees: $15
Home Economics
Teacher: Emma Parker
Description: Beginning sewing is for the absolute beginner. Students will learn the basics of sewing, such as, using their sewing machine, hand sewing, and starting on easy sewing projects that will advance as the semester progresses.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: none
Prerequisites: none
Book: None
Supplies: Sewing machine, pins, fabric marking pencils, sewing scissors, sewing tape measure, and stitch ripper. They will also need fabric for sewing projects throughout the semester.
Fees: $35
Teacher: Emma Parker
Description: Beginning Sewing 2 is for students that have taken Beginning Sewing 1 and have learned all the basic skills needed for more advanced projects.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: none
Prerequisites: none
Book: None
Supplies: Sewing scissors, pins, sewing tape measure, stitch ripper, sewing machine, and fabric marking pencils. The students will also need fabric throughout the semester for their sewing projects.
Fees: $35
Teacher: Vanessa McGuire
Description: Just above entry level. Familiarity with chain, single, half double and double crochet stitches encouraged.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: none
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Crochet hook (size I, 5.5 mm), stitch markers, yarn needle, practice yarn will be provided, yarn for projects will need to be purchased at that time.
Fee: $5
Teacher: Emma Parker
Description: Advanced sewing is for students that have taken Beginning Sewing 1 and/or 2. They will continue to learn more advanced skills such as reading and understanding a pattern, taking proper measurements for clothing, and continuing to better their sewing skills. Students may take one or both hours.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: Beg. Sewing 1 and/or 2.
Book: none
Supplies: Sewing scissors, pins, sewing tape measure, stitch ripper, sewing machine, and fabric marking pencils. The students will also need fabric throughout the semester for their sewing projects.
Fee: $35
Language Arts
Teacher: Allison Wilcox
Description: We will read a wide variety of literary selections including old and new picture books and poetry. We will make inferences, learn vocabulary, and discuss text to self and text to world connections. We'll also complete comprehension activities or crafts related to the books we read each week.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Crayons, glue stick, scissors and a pencil
Fee: $5
Teacher: Ashley Zorn
Description: Learn the alphabet while having fun making zoo animals with different art supplies.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Finger paints
Fee: $10
Teacher: Penny Webster
Description: We will work together to learn how to use proper grammar when speaking and when writing.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: 3 prong pocket folder & pencils
Fees: $35
Teacher: Jennifer Morris
Description: We will focus on 8 parts of speech. What they are, how to identify them, and use them in sentences.
We will utilize songs, games, and worksheets to make learning fun.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Books: None
Fee: $20
Teacher: Kristi Fair
Description: A laid back book discussion group for students wanting to talk about books.
We will be reading 5 YA novels: Echo Mountain by Lauren Wolk, To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen, The Book Thief by Markus Zusak and A Day No Pigs Would Die by Robert Newton Peck.
We WILL NOT be reading in class together, so students need to come prepared with the assigned chapters read (and reviewed) to discuss in class.
These books tackle heavy subjects so maturity and a minimum 6th grade reading comprehension level is needed.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: None
Book: All the books listed. Available at the library.
Supplies: All the books listed.
Fees: $5
Teacher: Kaye Obermeyer
Description: This course is structured around grammar skills including parts of speech, sentence structure, and mechanics (punctuation, capitalization, spelling, etc.), all of which will be used with writing skills in composition, short stories, essays, reports, and oral presentations. There will also be a literature unit included each semester.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: none
Homework: 2-3 hours.
Book:Rod and Staff English Handbook, call (606) 522-4348 to order
Supplies: Pencils, notebook paper, 3-ring binder
Fees: $30
Teacher: Catherine Menefee
Description: This class for high schoolers will introduce students to two different genres of creative writing: fiction and poetry. Students will read examples of excellence in each genre and will produce their own creative work, with time throughout the semester to share writing with others. Homework will include reading and writing. This class will not involve academic writing assignments (like essays), but the skills practiced in this class will make academic writing easier and more polished.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: None
Supplies: Notebook, writing utensils, a laptop if desired
Fees: $15
Teacher: Heather Montgomery
Description: Students will learn how to organize, prepare, and deliver quality public speeches. Students will study how to actively persuade, inspire, inform, and engage an audience through public speaking.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Homework: 1-2 hours
Book: none
Supplies: Folder. Notebook. Pencil.
Fee: $10
Teacher: Kaye Obermeyer
Description: This course is structured around grammar skills including parts of speech, sentence structure, and mechanics (punctuation, capitalization, spelling, etc.), all of which will be used with writing skills in composition, short stories, essays, reports, and oral presentations. There will also be a literature unit included each semester.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: none
Homework: 4 or more hours
Book: Rod and Staff English Handbook, call (606) 522-4348 to order
Supplies: Pencils, notebook paper, 3-ring binder
Fee: $30
Math
Teacher: Shanna Sommers
Description: We will have fun learning math. Some skills we will focus on are non standardized measurements (length, capacity, weight), fractions, 3D shapes, money, graphs and telling time.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: Must be able to count to 50, count 30 items and know basic shapes
Book: none
Supplies: Pencil, crayons and glue stick
Fee: $5
Teacher: Penny Webster
Description: This class is for beginning multiplication students and also for those who are more advanced. We do multiplication facts, more advanced multiplication and then we delve into division. All while laughing and having fun.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: 3-prong pocket folder & pencils
Fees: $25
Teacher: Kay Drake
Description: Pre-Algebra builds on the math skills students have learned in Basic Arithmetic. It will give 7th-8th grade students the foundation needed to succeed in Algebra I. Using the Abeka curriculum, each student will need a text book and a test/quiz book.
(The best option I found is at Abeka.org. The Pre-Algebra Homeschool Student Kit is only $53.80.) Families with multiple students in the class may opt to purchase one textbook as all work is done on paper. A syllabus will be provided with lesson plans and reference charts.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: None
Book: none
Supplies: Abeka Homeschool Student Kit for Pre-Algebra $53.80; folders for homework/quizzes for test review
Fee: $50
Teacher: Kay Drake
Description: Building on Pre-Algebra, Algebra I students will learn skills needed to successfully complete the math portion of the ACT test. An emphasis is placed on word problems so 9th-12th grade students will learn how to apply algebra to everyday situations.
Each student will use the Abeka curriculum and will need a text book and a quiz/test book. (The best price I found is on the Abeka.org website. The Algebra I Homeschool Student Kit is only $61.60.) Families with multiple students in the class may opt to provide one textbook as problems will be worked on paper.) A syllabus will be provided with lesson plans and reference charts.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 1-2 hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Pre-Algebra
Book: none
Supplies: Abeka Homeschool Student Kit for Algebra I $61.60; folders for homework/quizzes for test review; graph paper; color pencils (optional)
Fee: $50
Music
Teacher: Davette Dean
Description: This will be an introduction class to music. We will explore music through movement, listening and using our voices. We will also learn about popular music from different genres.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Glue sticks, scissors, colored pencils or crayons
Fees: $7
Teacher: Chesley Jagears
Description: This class will teach beginners piano using the Piano Adventures series.
Two students per hour will be taught piano. One student will have a piano lesson while the other works on something quietly (drawing, knitting, reading, etc.), then the students will switch.
Students should practice at home daily to receive the full benefit of the class. Practice takes around 20 minutes a day, though more practice is encouraged.
Parents must purchase the Piano Adventure books. They will be contacted upon enrollment to determine which books. (Age level and piano experience will be taken into account, Piano level 3 (early intermediate) is where this class will stop). Each level has 3-4 books. They can be bought locally or online for about $7 each--used books are fine except for theory books.
*The teacher is Chesley Jagears, a junior in high school, who has had more than 5 years of piano. She wants to do this full-time when she graduates and has been encouraged by her current piano teacher to start now. At $5 a lesson, this is a steal of a deal for WWHM coop classes only. Chesley intends to offer piano class at WWHM next year. Current students will get preference for the next semester(s).
** The teacher holds the right to discontinue lessons with a student who won’t respect the other student’s lesson time during co-op piano class.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: 2-3 hours
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Must have a piano at home for practice. One spiral notebook specifically reserved for piano class. Piano Adventures books.
Fee: $80
Physical Education
Teacher: Alex Willems
Description:We will play games and run around in this active play class. Red Light Green Light, Parachute games and so much more!
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: None
Fees: $5
Teacher: Aaron Parker
Description: PE with organized sports activities as well as health and fitness.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Athletic shoes
Fees: $5
Teacher: Aaron Parker
Description: PE with organized sports activities as well as health and fitness.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Athletic shoes
Fees: $5
Teacher: Aaron Parker
Description: PE with organized sports activities as well as health and fitness.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Athletic shoes
Fees: $5
Science
Teacher: Rebecca Bible
Description: Hands on science activities and experiments based on the television show.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: none
Supplies: 3 ring binder to stay in class, pencils, scissors, crayons, stick glue
Fee: $5
Teacher: Wendy Greer
Description: In this class we will be learning all about rainforests. We will learn about plant life, animals, insects and more.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Homework: none
Book: none
Supplies: Scissors, glue stick, pencil, something to color with
Fee: $15
Teacher: Rebecca Bible
Description: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math based activities and challenges.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: none
Supplies: 3 ring binder to stay in class, pencils, scissors, crayons, stick glue
Fee: $5
Teacher: Sarah Struthers
Description: We will explore how plants, people, and animals are designed using Masterbooks science curriculum.
Class Length: 12 weeks, year long
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Pencils, crayons, markers, scissors
Fee: $30
Teacher: Becca Ruby
Description: Dive into the ocean world with marine biology! We'll look at ocean zones and marine life including reptiles, fish, sharks and mammals. Each class day will incorporate a craft, video and/or experiment.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Scissors, glue stick, pencil, something to color with
Fee: $10
Teacher: Donna Neely
Description: This is a hands-on class where we will explore the complex relationships between living things and the environment. We will take a look at the different cycles, webs and chains in the world around us. We will discuss animal behaviors as well as the balance of nature. Students will also be introduced to some key figures in history who impacted the field of ecology. We will end the semester talking about ecology and conservation.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Pencil, colored pencils, scissors, glue and glue stick
Fee: $20
Teacher: Chris Hutson
Description: Students will construct paper roller coasters for marbles with printed templates on card stock paper. This is a similar idea to pre-fabricated marble track kits. They will be given a base, paper templates to cut and fold and tape to put it together. Look up "paper roller coasters" on the web for examples. Student will be required to transport the device to and from home each week. They may need to spend time at home on construction as well.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Folder for paper templates, scissors, ball point pen
Fee: $20
Teacher: Donna Neely
Description: This is the first of two semesters of life science. Although this is a year-long class, each semester stands alone. First semester we will be learning how organisms are classified into groups based on their characteristics. Second semester, we will be covering human body systems. There will be lab activities including some dissecting. There will be some homework assignments.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Pencil/pen, scissors, lab apron/shirt, three ring binder
Fee: $25
Teacher: Chris Hutson
Description: We will go deeper into issues related to conservation, captive care and studying Amphibians and Reptiles in nature. The first semester class was an overview of many different types but it is not required to take Amphibians and Reptiles 2. This class will move towards learning practical skills related to Amphibians and Reptiles.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Folder for handouts, pencils
Fee: $10
Teacher: Sandra Cowsill
Description: High School biology, including experimentation and dissection. This class is 2-hrs per class day for the full year.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 2-3 Hours
Prerequisites: General elementary science is advisable
Book: Exploring Creation with Biology, Apologia Publishers. Wile & Durnell 2nd Ed.
Supplies: Dedicated notebook
Fee: $130 (per student, per semester)
{Your final receipt will show a $100 class fee and a $30 lab fee.}
Teacher: Sandra Cowsill
Description: High School biology, including experimentation and dissection. This class is 2-hrs per class day for the full year.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 2-3 Hours
Prerequisites: General elementary science is advisable
Book: Exploring Creation with Biology, Apologia Publishers. Wile & Durnell 2nd Ed.
Supplies: Dedicated notebook
Fee: $130 (per student, per semester)
{Your final receipt will show a $100 class fee and a $30 lab fee.}
Teacher: Emily Jackson
Description: This is a 2 hour class. Friendly Chemistry is a High School level chemistry course that utilizes course work, games, activities and labs to teach scientific concepts. This is the first of two semesters of chemistry instruction.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 2-3 hours
Prerequisites: Basic Algebra
Book & Manipulative Set: Friendly Chemistry Student Edition A: Guide to Learning Basic Chemistry 4th edition by Joey Hajda and Lisa B. Hajda
Supplies: Pen/pencil, Calculator (not a phone please), dedicated notebook
Fees: $50 (per student, per semester)
Teacher: Emily Jackson
Description: This is a 2 hour class. Enroll in FIRST AND SECOND hour.
Friendly Chemistry is a High School level chemistry course that utilizes course work, games, activities and labs to teach scientific concepts. This is the first of two semesters of chemistry instruction.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Homework: 2-3 hours
Prerequisites: Basic Algebra
Book & Manipulative Set: Friendly Chemistry Student Edition A: Guide to Learning Basic Chemistry 4th edition by Joey Hajda and Lisa B. Hajda
Supplies: Pen/pencil, Calculator (not a phone please), dedicated notebook
Fees: $50 (per student, per semester)
Social Studies & Sciences
Teacher: Vanessa McGuire
Class Length: 12 weeks, year long
Description: In this class, we will use crafts and hands on activities to learn about different countries around the world. We will learn about their flags, customs, foods, and more!
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: Markers, scissors, glue stick
Fee: $15
Teacher: Ed Blanchette
Description: This course is intended to examine briefly the purpose of the executive branch of the United States and more directly the office of the president. This course will then examine the first 11 presidents of the United States and give a brief overview of their lives, time in office, achievements, contributions and controversies surrounding their term(s) {if any}. The goal of this class is to provide insight into the role of the president, learn from their impact on our country (history and direction) and inspire the students to seek to serve their nation.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: A folder for assignments and handouts
Fee: $15
Teacher: Kaye Obermeyer
Description: Students will take a guided tour of what elected officials and everyday citizens do to keep America running. They will learn about government on the federal, state, and local levels; study American ideals and symbols; what it is like to be a fireman, a police officer, and the president of the United States of America; respect for our community, state, and country; and about their rights and responsibilities as a citizen.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: none
Homework: 2-3 hours
Book: none
Supplies: Uncle Sam and You Curriculum Package, and the Student Workbook/Lesson Review books from Notgrass History, 1-800-211-8793. Pencil & notebook paper.
Fee: $30
Teacher: Stephanie Lamkins
Description: Join Constitutional experts and advocates for the original intent of our founding documents, in this one-of-a-kind course on the meaning and purpose of the Constitution! You'll go article-by-article through the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and learn about executive orders, recess appointments, the Electoral College, the powers of Congress and the President, freedom of religion, and much more.
Class Length: 16 weeks
Prerequisites: None
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: Constitution Alive! Workbook with Rick Green.
https://shop.wallbuilders.com/product/constitution-alive-a-citizens-guide-to-the-constitution-workbook-only/
Supplies: Paper, pencil, above book and notebook.
Fees: $10
Teacher: Leah Hendershot
Description: **Open to Fall 2022 Students Only**
Logic is the study of the principles of correct reasoning. To be logical is to think rightly, and to draw reasonable conclusions from the available information. Intro to Logic will cover logic, critical thinking, identifying fallacies and practicing logical arguments from a Biblical perspective.
This course is year long, will be graded and receive high school credit. Homework will be required.
We will use Masterbooks' Intro to Logic by Jason Lisle. You do NOT need the curriculum pack.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: none
Homework: 1-2 hours
Book: Masterbooks' Intro to Logic by Jason Lisle. You do NOT need the curriculum pack. Available on Masterbooks.com or Christianbook.com.
https://www.masterbooks.com/introduction-to-logic
Supplies: Intro to Logic student book, college rule notebook and pencil
Fee: $15
Technology
Teacher: Rebecca Bible
Description: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math based activities and challenges.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: None
Book: none
Supplies: 3 ring binder to stay in class, pencils, scissors, crayons, stick glue
Fee: $5
Teacher: Jennifer Ebner
Description: Students will have the opportunity to compete on courses designed by WSU Colleges of Engineering Shocker MINDSTORMS coaches and demonstrate what they have learned to industry professionals and WSU representatives in presentations, interviews, displays and notebooks.
Returning students will have first choice to be on the team for the 2022 fall/2023 spring semesters.
This year the class will be for a FULL YEAR with competition at Wichita State University in the spring semester.
Parent involvement will be REQUIRED.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: Willingness to work hard and learn together as a team.
Homework: 0-30 minutes
Book: none
Supplies: Pencils and notebook paper
Fee: $35
Other
Teacher: Cherise Eutsler
Description: We will learn through play! Activities will include listening to stories, making crafts, and playing with items such as blocks, sensory tubs, playdough, a parachute, and various other toys. We'll work on counting, letters, name recognition, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and more.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Homework: None
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Crayons, scissors, glue sticks
Fees: $8
Teacher: Tasha Dugo
Description: Students will use inferencing and critical thinking to solve a different mystery each week.
Class Length: 12 weeks
Prerequisites: none
Book: none
Supplies: Pencils, binder
Fee: $10
Teacher: Jennifer Morris
Description: We'll play a variety of games and have fun.
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: None
Book: None
Supplies: None
Fees: None
Teacher: Ashley Enns
Description:Work as a team to produce a fun yearbook!
Class Length: 16 weeks, year long
Prerequisites: none
Homework: none
Book: none
Supplies: Laptop computer brought to class each week and to use at home.
Fee: $10