Labyrinth Home Education Co-op, Inc.
Class Summary Report
Year:
2009-2010
2010-2011
2011-2012
Grades:
1yr
2yr
3yr
Pre-K
K
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
11th
12th
Adult
to
1yr
2yr
3yr
Pre-K
K
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
11th
12th
Adult
Class:
A+ Writing for High School
Teacher:
Amy Turner
Grade:
9th to 12th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
Est. Homework:
0-30 mins per week
Text/Materials needed:
A good quality dictionary and thesarus for in-class and home use.
Description:
Writing curriculum developed for the award-winning Bellevue International School. Designed for all levels of writers to awaken students to the precision and descriptive power of language. Constructed from a stong grammatical skills perspective, it addresses grammar topics in the context of a journey toward mastery of the written word. Course proceeds through a series of concrete lessons that lead to sentence construction proficiency, written language fluency, and individual voice. We'll start with simple concepts and prepare thoroughly over time for highly challenging material that hones analytical power. The curriculum leads students to develop the skills of designing, writing, and reading sentences that force higher order thinking skills. Focus is on discrete lessons, in-class practice, repetition and immediate feedback. And it won't be dreary!
Prerequisites:
None.
Basic skills required:
Reading, handwriting.
Class:
A+ Writing for Middle School
Teacher:
Amy Turner
Grade:
6th to 8th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
Est. Homework:
0-30 mins per week
Text/Materials needed:
A good quality dictionary and thesarus for in-class and home use.
Description:
Writing curriculum developed for the award-winning Bellevue International School. Designed for all levels of writers to awaken students to the precision and descriptive power of language. Constructed from a stong grammatical skills perspective, it addresses grammar topics in the context of a journey toward mastery of the written word. Course proceeds through a series of concrete lessons that lead to sentence construction proficiency, written language fluency, and individual voice. We'll start with simple concepts and prepare thoroughly over time for highly challenging material that hones analytical power. The curriculum leads students to develop the skills of designing, writing, and reading sentences that force higher order thinking skills. Focus is on discrete lessons, in-class practice, repetition and immediate feedback. And it won't be dreary!
Basic skills required:
Reading, handwriting.
Class:
Algebra 2/Honors Algebra 2
Teacher:
Marna Marteeny
Grade:
8th to 12th
Tuition:
$28.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
To cover the cost of photocopying supplemental pages for students.
Est. Homework:
4 hours/week
Text/Materials needed:
Required: Math U See Algebra 2, Student Pack ($30)
http://www.mathusee.com/algebra2.html
Recommended: Teacher's Pack ($55)
Description:
Using both a visual and traditional approach to Algebra 2, students will be able to understand practical applications of math formulas. There will be extra work for people who want to have Honors Algebra 2 on their transcript. Class will consist of reviewing difficult Chapter/Test Problems, introducing the new material for the week, practice sample homework problems, and at the end of class, introducing Honors problems. For people who do not choose Honors Algebra, they may use those 5 - 10 minutes at the end of class to start working on the current weeks assignments.
We will develop strategies for approaching all types of word problems fearlessly!
Math U See is an excellent program developed for homeschoolers that works well within the coop experience to support parents. There are 30 lessons per book.
Prerequisites:
Mastery of Algebra 1 and Geometry. You may review student mastery of Algebra 1 and Geometry concepts by taking these two free placement tests:
http://www.mathusee.com/pdfs/a1exam.pdf and
http://www.mathusee.com/pdfs/geometryexam.pdf
If your student can score 80% or better on both tests, they are ready for Algebra 2. Please feel free to contact Marna (425.681.6132) with any placement or review questions.
Parental Responsibilities:
Oversee student completion of 4 homework pages each week (2 pages are new concepts, 2 pages are review concepts) and one Chapter Test.
Class:
Animal Encounters
Teacher:
Kim Connolly
Grade:
1st to 2nd
Tuition:
$45.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$60.00
One time Materials cost includes:
All handouts, craft, and project supplies.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE TIMELY DELIVERY OF MATERIALS, SUPPLY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED EARLY ON JUNE 30TH.
Description:
This class will give students an up close chance to learn about many living creatures big and small. We will begin the year discussing what makes something alive then move on to insects and arachnids. From there, we will encounter a variety of mammals and birds, and then end with reptiles. Students will have the opportunity to interact with the following animals during the course of the year: crickets, millipedes, butterflies, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, tarantulas, sugar gliders, geckos, and a python. They will study the behavior, habitat, and physical features of each of these creatures. Students will also be able to observe the growth and development of rabbits and cavies from birth to weaning. We will also be hatching chicks from eggs and students will be able to candle the eggs to observe the embryonic development.
Prerequisites:
No animal allergies and long sleeves.
Class:
Animal Sciences
Teacher:
Kim Connolly
Grade:
4th to 6th
Tuition:
$45.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$40.00
One time Materials cost includes:
All handouts, and lab materials.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE TIMELY DELIVERY OF MATERIALS, SUPPLY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED EARLY ON JUNE 30TH.
Description:
This course is an introduction to the principles of animal sciences. During the course of the year students will study rabbits, cavies (guinea pigs) and chickens. Each unit will involve students learning proper animal handling techniques, basic anatomy, breed identification, disease and heath topics, parasitology identification, behavior, and embryology. Students will be charting the growth and development of all animals from birth to weaning and be hatching chicks from eggs.
Prerequisites:
No animal allergies and long sleeves. Student MUST be willing to handle animals every week.
Basic skills required:
This is a class with strong science content. Students do get to interact with animals every week but must be willing to participate in the science related activities as well. This is not an "animal petting class" :)
Parental Responsibilities:
ANY STUDENT WHO IS THIRD GRADE OR UNDER WHO WISHES TO TAKE THIS CLASS, MUST PASS AN ANIMAL HANDLING SAFETY TEST TO SEE IF THEY ARE PHYSICALLY LARGE ENOUGH TO HANDLE THE ANIMALS SAFELY. OLDER STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO PASS A TEST AND CAN ENROLL WITHOUT PERMISSION.
Class:
Beginning American Sign Language
Teacher:
Pat and Chris Sechrist
Grade:
5th to 8th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$15.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Handouts and materials provided during the year to students.
Est. Homework:
approx. 2 hour/week
Text/Materials needed:
Textbook to be determined
Description:
This fun class will teach the student a basic understanding of American Sign Language. The student will learn fingerspelling, numbers, and basic signs through the use of teacher demonstrations, videos, games and worksheets. We will also touch on the community and culture of deaf people.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
None
Parental Responsibilities:
Assure that child has completed any class assignments and practiced vocabulary.
Class:
Biology, Intro to and Applications of the Rainbow
Teacher:
Wendy Johnson
Grade:
6th to 9th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$60.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Year Two Lab book, renewable supplies, safety glasses, photo copies.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE ON-TIME DELIVERY OF OUR SUPPLIES, THE SUPPLY FEE WILL BE COLLECTED EARLY, BEGINNING JUNE 30TH.
Est. Homework:
3-5 Hrs per week
Text/Materials needed:
Rainbow Science Textbook (check with instructor prior to ordering), three ring binder, pens and pencils.
Description:
This course is a continuation of Rainbow year one, Intro to Chemistry and Physics (year one is not a prerequisite).-
Biology-The study of Life and Living Things; including Cells, Botany, Anatomy, systems, genetics, ecology, and food webs.
Applications of the Rainbow- The Scientific Method, Composition and characteristics of our planet, Meteorology and Climatology, and more...
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
Junior High reading level
Parental Responsibilities:
Homework assignments are completed; lab and text books are brought to class.
Class:
Books to Build On
Teacher:
Kristin Easter
Grade:
4th to 7th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
This class will focus on using books to develop critical thinking, analyze literature, make connections to the world around us and learn about ourselves and others. We will read and discuss books from picture books, poetry, classic novels, fables, short stories, and mythology.
We will generally read 2 books per month. In class projects, short writing assignments and oral presentation will be included during the study of each book.
Prerequisites:
Reading at a 4th grade level or parent willing to read books to the student.
Parental Responsibilities:
Obtain books from the book list in time for students to read them prior to class.
Class:
Challenged Classics
Teacher:
Denise Leavell
Grade:
9th to Adult
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Copies of material for discussion.
Est. Homework:
2 + hours weekly
Text/Materials needed:
Books which can be purchased or checked out from library.
notebook
Description:
What does the Bible, Shakespeare, and Mark Twain have in common? All have been challenged or banned in one place or time. This class will take great pieces of literature that have been banned or challenged and examine them from a literary, historical, cultural/sociological, and psychological standpoint. (According to the ALA 48 of the 100 greatest works of literature have been banned or challenged.) Students will be required to read one book a month, critically analyze it from their own perspective and from those who challenged the book. (This is a great opportunity to beef up your reading list for college apps!) A partial list of the books to be covered include: Huckleberry Finn, The Jungle, The Grapes of Wrath, and All Quiet on the Western Front. This class will foster the ability to read all literature with greater understanding and appreciation.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
curiosity
Parental Responsibilities:
Monitor homework
Class:
Charity Does Not Equal Justice
Teacher:
Denise Leavell
Grade:
9th to 12th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Copies of articles and excerpts
Est. Homework:
2+ hours weekly
Text/Materials needed:
Access to periodicals and books from library unless you choose to purchase them.
Description:
This class will take the ideals of social justice and examine them from a philosophical, economic, and political perspective. We will read excerpts from Thoreau, Adam Smith, Dorothy Day, Paul Farmer, Pope John Paul II, the Dalai Lama, and Greg Mortenson among others. We will take topics from Jeffrey Sachs, The End of Poverty, Paul Hawken, Blessed Unrest, and Barry Levy, Social Injustice, among others. By examining the needs of the vulnerable in our world including a home to live in, food to eat, work that pays a fair wage in conditions that are not equal to slavery, access to healthcare, peace, and care of the environment from the different perspectives of scholars and experts in the field we will gain a better understanding and more effective response to these conditions. We will translate our new understanding into action in out of class projects as appropriate.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
Enthusiasm
Parental Responsibilities:
Monitor homework and assist in possible out of class projects.
Class:
Chemistry and Physics - An Introduction
Teacher:
Wendy Johnson
Grade:
6th to 9th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$150.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Rainbow Science Two Year textbook, year one lab book, safety glasses, photo copies, renewable lab supplies.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE ON-TIME DELIVERY OF OUR SUPPLIES, THE SUPPLY FEE WILL BE COLLECTED STARTING JUNE 30TH.
Est. Homework:
3-5 Hrs per week
Text/Materials needed:
Three ring binder, paper, pens and pencils.
Description:
This class provides an introduction to Physics which includes, Newton's laws of motion, energy, gravity, electromagnestism and nuclear forces, easy particle physics and the periodic table, potential and kinetic energy, artificial forces, mass-energy, heat, light, and color. Chemistry- A study of Substances, their properties, and their interactions- matter, chemical bonding, properties of elements, fueling reactions, solubility, susupensions, water, acids and bases- pH, heat-producing and heat-robbing reactions, kinetics.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
Junior High reading level.
Parental Responsibilities:
Homework assignments are completed and textbooks brought to class.
Class:
Chess Club
Teacher:
Slava Mikhailouk
Grade:
1st to 12th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
During the class, students learn new topic, work on puzzles, and play chess
Class:
Chess Club
Teacher:
Slava Mikhailouk
Grade:
1st to 12th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
During the class, students learn new topic, work on puzzles, and play chess
Class:
Creative Crafts of the World (Four)
Teacher:
Shelly Vollstedt
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$0.00 per 4-Class Session
Class:
Creative Crafts of the World (One)
Teacher:
Marilyn Romatka
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$24.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$18.00 per 4-Class Session
Est. Homework:
some weaving and basketry need to be worked on outside of class
Description:
Folk Art at its best!
Practice artistic expression using craft techniques from around the world. Create wearable art and enrich your surroundings.We will use high-end materials as well as primatives for our projects-- each being worked on for a number of class sessions. Adults will love taking this class too!
Projects may include;
-Australian Aboriginal Dot Art
-weaving (various loom types and off-loom weaving)
-Italian glass fusion
-egg basket
-spinning wool into yarns
-natural dyes
-Maasai beading
-Ukrainian Easter eggs
-Baverian seed mosaic tree ornaments
-Colonial American Quilting
Each student will get lots of individual attention. A low-stress class that is bound to be gangs of fun!
The class Creative Crafts of the World (Two) is the companion to this class. We couldn't fit all the neat stuff into one year!
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
ability to follow directions
Parental Responsibilities:
On the twining and the egg basket units, see the student works on their project a bit at home as well as in class. When equipment goes home with student, see that it comes back with student the following week.
Class:
Creative Crafts of the World (Three)
Teacher:
Marilyn Romatka
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$26.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
Folk Art at its best!
This is a continuation of the class Creative Crafts of the World (One) and (Two). We couldn't fit all the neat stuff into two years! There will be no duplicate projects between any CCW classes. This having been said; CCW (One) or (Two) are not prerequisites to take this class. Degree of difficulty will remain the same as our other CCW classes. Adults will love taking this class too!
Learn basic craft skills while exploring the world through an artistic demension. Learn how others around the world use materials and tools at hand to create useful and ornamental objects.
Some projects may include;
-impression clay work
-Inkle loom
-Shaker cheese basket
-mosaic
-weaving techniques (on and off-loom )
-Italian glass fusion project
-Native American Dream Catchers
-Toothbrush Rug
-Temari Balls (Japan)
-Quilling
-Crochet
-Carolina Snowflake (basketry)
-Tlingit Button Blankets
Adults love taking this class too!
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
ability to follow instructions
Parental Responsibilities:
When equipment goes home with student, see that it comes back with the student the following week.
Class:
Creative Crafts of the World (Two)
Teacher:
Marilyn Romatka
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
Folk Art at its best!
This is a continuation of the class Creative Crafts of the World (One). We couldn't fit all the neat stuff into one year! There will be no duplicate projects from CCW (One). This having been said; CCW (One) is not a prerequisite to take this class. Degree of difficulty will remain the same as CCW (One)
Learn basic craft skills while exploring the world through an artistic demension. Learn how others around the world use materials and tools at hand to create useful and ornamental objects.
Some projects may include;
-Viking netting
-lavender wands
-block printing on T-shirts
-Austrian folded paper Christmas stars
-paper casting
-Mongolian wet felt
-needle felting (dry felting)
-Huichol Indian beading
-apple basket
-Italian glass fusion project
-Japanese braiding( Kumihimo)
-Tole painting
Adults love to take this class too!
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
none
Parental Responsibilities:
When equipment goes home with student, see it comes back with the student the following week.
Class:
Dancing with Decimals and Percents
Teacher:
Marna Marteeny
Grade:
5th to 8th
Tuition:
$28.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
To cover the cost of photocopying supplemental pages for students.
Est. Homework:
2 - 3 hours a week
Text/Materials needed:
Required: Math U See Zeta Student Pack ($30)
http://www.mathusee.com/zeta.html
Recommended: Teacher Pack for parents who don't remember decimal and percent concepts. ($55)
Description:
Learn to dance with Decimals and Percents. Previous math concepts will be reviewed as well to ensure a solid foundation for continued math inquiry. We will develop strategies for answering word problems fearlessly! Class will include reviewing representative Chapter/Test Problems, discussing new material, and working out example problems for current weeks homework.
Prerequisites:
Mastery of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). If you have any questions, you can have your student take the Math U See Placement Test http://www.mathusee.com/pdfs/epsilonexam.pdf
Scoring 80% or above means they are ready to take Dancing with Decimals! Please feel free to contact Marna (425.681.6132) with placement or review questions.
Parental Responsibilities:
Oversee completion of 4 pages of homework (2 pages of new material and 2 pages of review)and taking one chapter test each week.
Class:
Debate Language arts,
Teacher:
Mary Fredrickson
Grade:
8th to 12th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$12.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Book on Reasoning skills
Description:
Course will be co-taught with Serge Timachef. This is one of the most important classes that a high school student can take. In this course we outline how to make decisions based on evidence. We cover the farious kinds of evidence and the basics of logic. We also help students to recognize a good argument from a poor one. This is done in a fun, relaxed setting. The topics are general interest, such as 'should all students be required to wear uniforms'. High school students have alot of decisions they will have to make when they get close to graduation. This class teaches the skills they will need to make wise, logical choices based on evidence.
Class:
Discovering The World Through Food
Teacher:
Charlene Nelson
Grade:
6th to 8th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$5.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Paper supplies
Est. Homework:
Some
Description:
We will cover one country a month. We will make a dish each week and talk about the region it comes from. Example; India.
Prerequisites:
Reading and writing
Basic skills required:
Comfortable with knifes
Class:
Discovering The World Through Food
Teacher:
Charlene Nelson
Grade:
3rd to 5th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$5.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Paper Supplies
Est. Homework:
Some
Description:
We will learn about one country a month and make a dish from that country's region. Any example would be India.
Prerequisites:
Reading
Basic skills required:
Comfortable with Knives
Class:
Drawing and More
Teacher:
Meka Zieger
Grade:
6th to 9th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$30.00
One time Materials cost includes:
This is for journal and drawing pens, watercolor set and colored pencils, big newsprint pad and cray-pas, plus special projects stuff we'll use in class.
Text/Materials needed:
Not required by any means, but if you want more of an idea of how this class will go, please check out Drawing with Children - Mona Brookes, The Creative License - Danny Gregory, Keeping a Nature Journal - Claire Leslie, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain - Betty Edwards
Description:
This is a low-pressure class designed to help kids develop a joy in something that can give them a simple satisfaction all their lives: drawing.
Did you know "Drawing" was once taught along with the basics of Math and Reading? It's less ability as it is some helpful direction.
We'll do different things in our time together: games to help kids learn to observe (the key to drawing!), fun twists that loosen kids up, looking at famous artists' work, and keeping and sharing drawing journals.
Class:
Drawing and More
Teacher:
Meka Zieger
Grade:
2nd to 6th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$40.00
One time Materials cost includes:
This is for journal and drawing pens, watercolor set and colored pencils, big newsprint pad and cray-pas, plus special projects stuff we'll use in class.
Text/Materials needed:
Not required by any means, but if you want more of an idea of how this class will go, please check out Drawing with Children - Mona Brookes, The Creative License - Danny Gregory, Keeping a Nature Journal - Claire Leslie, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain - Betty Edwards
Description:
This is a low-pressure class designed to help kids develop a joy in something that can give them a simple satisfaction all their lives: drawing.
Did you know "Drawing" was once taught along with the basics of Math and Reading? It's less ability as it is some helpful direction.
We'll do different things in our time together: games to help kids learn to observe (the key to drawing!), fun twists that loosen kids up, looking at famous artists' work, and keeping and sharing drawing journals.
Class:
Drop in Quilting
Teacher:
Sonya Edwards
Grade:
3rd to Adult
Tuition:
$0.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost includes:
none
Text/Materials needed:
supplies needed to make a quilt: fabric, scissors,
ruler, sewing machine, thread, etc
Description:
I will be here to help you complete your projects.
It's also a great way for anyone to gather together
to chit chat while working on your project.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
none
Class:
Economics in One Lesson
Teacher:
Sonya Edwards
Grade:
8th to Adult
Tuition:
$10.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$12.00
Est. Homework:
1 - 2 hr/ week
Description:
Austrian economics..what is it? Gold Standard, Federal Reserves, Banking System and other terminologies.
what is it and what does it mean? We will learn Austrian economics and apply to current events.
Learn it and understand your world around you. We will have guest speakers throughout the year to give a
more detailed understanding.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
think and ask questions
Parental Responsibilities:
There will be the occasional video/audio emailed for homework for the student to have a better insight. I will be forwarding video/audio from
www.mises.org You are welcome to go in and read through it. If you have any questions about the site please email me/ phone me.
Class:
Edible Science 2
Teacher:
Kim Connolly
Grade:
3rd to 5th
Tuition:
$45.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$75.00
One time Materials cost includes:
All handouts, food, and cooking utensils.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE TIMELY DELIVERY OF MATERIALS, SUPPLY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED EARLY ON JUNE 30TH.
Description:
This course is a continuation of Edible Science with all new food related experiments. Come have fun, get messy, learn some cool science concepts and eat your experiement when you are done!
Prerequisites:
YOU DO NOT NEED TO HAVE TAKEN EDIBLE SCIENCE 1 TO TAKE THIS CLASS. IT IS ALL NEW EXPERIMENTS!
Class:
Emergency Preparedness
Teacher:
Amy Turner
Grade:
4th to Adult
Tuition:
$23.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
CPR pocket mask, class handouts
Est. Homework:
30 mins.
Text/Materials needed:
3 ring binder for family plans. Other supplies for family first aid and emergency kits are optional. However, the point of the class is to make these preparations, so some parental willingness to invest in supplies is desirable. Budgeting, use what you have, and incremental procurement will be emphasized.
Description:
Are you ready for emergencies? Has your family been meaning to get ready for the unexpected? We'll study what constitutes an emergency and ways adults and young people can prepare to respond to them safely and effectively. Students will learn CPR and first aid, perform a home hazards assessment, create a family emergency resource book, make a family emergency plan and a fire escape plan, and assemble a first aid kit, a car kit, and a 3 Days/3 Ways kit customized to your family. Be more prepared for babysitting and backcountry experiences. Feel confident you know what to do while keeping yourself safe. We'll read amazing stories of survival, participate in scenarios to practice skills, use checklists and flowcharts, do inventories, and learn about community emergency response. Don't be frightened; be ready! Class taught by retired professional firefighter/EMT and homeschooling mom. Great parent/child class. Second family member half price (sharing printed materials).
Prerequisites:
None.
Basic skills required:
Reading.
Parental Responsibilities:
Willingness to support your family's emergency preparedness by investing to some degree in supplies for your family's emergency kits.
Class:
Exc. In Writing - All Things Fun and Fascinating
Teacher:
MJ Gleichman
Grade:
3rd to 5th
Tuition:
$28.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Incentive supplies and photo copy fees for vocabulary quizes and source text.
Text/Materials needed:
Parents must purchase the $29.00 student/teacher book from EIW.
A 1/2 inch 3 ring binder notebook 8 dividers and a 1 inch binder with 5 dividers.
Description:
Humorous characters, cunning creatures, and meritorious men of history. 4th–7th graders will enjoy writing with this new Student/Teacher Book. Moving through Units 1–7, students will take notes, summarize narrative stories, write from pictures, put together a mini-research report, and compose creative essays.
By purchasing this or any other theme-based writing lesson, you will automatically receive a complimentary copy of the Student Research Notebook e-book with your order!
Prerequisites:
None. This is a great class for kids who have never written or taken an EIW class.
Basic skills required:
Reading at a 3th-4th grade level. Ability to follow a class lecture/teaching. Taking notes from a white board.
Parental Responsibilities:
Read over your students work and have an interest in the rough drafts and final draft papers
Class:
Exc. In Writing - Ancient History-Based Writing
Teacher:
MJ Gleichman
Grade:
7th to 9th
Tuition:
$28.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Incentive supplies and photo copy fees for vocabulary quizes and source text.
Est. Homework:
1-2 hours per week
Text/Materials needed:
A 1/2 inch 3 ring binder notebook 8 dividers and a 1 inch binder with 5 dividers.
Description:
Covering the nine EIW units, this course integrates writing, grammar, and vocabulary into Ancient History of Sumer, Egypt, Israel, Babylon, Greece, and Rome. The Student Book contains the student pages: assignment instructions, source texts, blank outlines, checklists, sample compositions, and vocabulary cards.
By purchasing this product you will automatically receive a complementary copy of the Student Resource Notebook Pages e-book with your order! This is a necessary component for this history resource.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
Students need to copy from the board and participate in organized classroom discussion and learning. They will be contributing in classroom writing as a group.
Parental Responsibilities:
Parents should proof read students homework writing each week.
Class:
Exc. In Writing - Medieval History-Based Writing
Teacher:
MJ Gleichman
Grade:
5th to 8th
Tuition:
$28.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Incentive supplies and photo copy fees for vocabulary quizes and source text.
Est. Homework:
1-2 hours per week
Text/Materials needed:
A 1/2 inch 3 ring binder notebook 8 dividers and a 1 inch binder with 5 dividers.
Description:
Covering the nine EIW units, this course integrates writing, grammar, and vocabulary into Medieval History studies. The Student Book contains the student pages: assignment instructions, source texts, blank outlines, checklists, sample compositions, and vocabulary cards.
By purchasing this product you will automatically receive a complementary copy of the Student Resource Notebook Pages e-book with your order! This is a necessary component for this history resource.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
Students need to copy from the board and participate in organized classroom discussion and learning. They will be contributing in classroom writing as a group.
Parental Responsibilities:
Parents should proof read students homework writing each week.
Class:
Experiencing Art with Judi - Beginning
Teacher:
Judi Byrne
Grade:
3rd to 6th
Tuition:
$40.00 per 4-Class Session
Est. Homework:
15 mins. day
Text/Materials needed:
portfolios for artwork, and paintshirt (optional, mats for artwork for art show 2x/yr.
Description:
This is a class that requires no prior experience, but if they have prior experience, it will be helpful. They will learn some basic drawing skills,terminology and techniques of drawing and painting. Many mediums are used throughout the year. Pencils, charcoals, watercolor paints, acrylics, pastels, and possibly paper mache. There is a lot of instruction, and individual help as time allows. I do demos, and provide an opportunity to try new and different mediums and styles. This is a class that can be repeated many years before moving on to the intermediate class, if necessary. The more experience they get in each medium, the more efficient they become. I do not rush through projects. I believe that the process is as important as the product. I play music, and try to make it a fun environment.
Prerequisites:
A desire to learn and try new things.
Basic skills required:
none
Parental Responsibilities:
provide a portfolio, shirt (optional), and mats for the 2 artshows throughout the year. It would help if they could practice drawing a little each day.
Class:
Experiencing Art With Judi - Intermediate
Teacher:
Judi Byrne
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$40.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
portfolio to transport art. art shirt optional. Mats for artwork for artshows 2x/yr.
Description:
This is a class for students who have had some experience, and can work independently. I give students exposure to a variety of mixed mediums, including: watercolors, acrylics, watercolor pens, pencils and crayons, pastels, collage, and charcoal/pencil. They will learn about famous artists of the past, art terminology, basics of design, color theory, and will have fun in the process. I read about famous artists, show them samples of their work, and simplified samples of my work, and demonstrate the process, then give them a chance to try it.
Classical music is also played during class to inspire creativity and relaxation.
Homeowrk is not required. We will have occassional art shows to display their work, so I encourage parents to mat their art as they finish them.
Many sources are used by instructor: Adventures in Art series, Art A Global Pursuit, Drawing with Children, the Usborne books and many more.
I read about famous artists, show them samples of their work, as well as a simplified sample that I have created to explain and demonstrate the process. Students are then invited to try it themselves, with a background of classical music to inspire and relax.
Prerequisites:
Some experience in drawing, painting, can work independently, is willing to try different mediums.
Basic skills required:
Can work independently.
Parental Responsibilities:
Encourage 15 mins. of drawing a day at home. Provide the few materials requested.
Class:
Experiencing Art With Judi - Intermediate
Teacher:
Judi Byrne
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$40.00 per 4-Class Session
Est. Homework:
15 mins./day
Text/Materials needed:
portfolio to transport art. art shirt optional. Mats for artwork for artshows 2x/yr.
Description:
This is a class for students who have had some prior experience, and can work independently. I give students exposure to a variety of mixed mediums, including: watercolors, acrylics, watercolor pens, pencils and crayons, pastels, collage, and charcoal/pencil. They will learn about famous artists of the past, art terminology, basics of design, color theory, and will have fun in the process. I read about famous artists, show them samples of their work, and simplified samples of my work, and demonstrate the process, than give them a chance to try it.
Classical music is also played during class to inspire creativity and relaxation.
Homeowrk is not required. We will have occassional art shows to display their work, so I encourage parents to mat their art as they finish them.
Many sources are used by instructor: Adventures in Art series, Art A Global Pursuit, Drawing with Children, the Usborne books and many more.
I read about famous artists, show them samples of their work, as well as a simplified sample that I have created to explain and demonstrate the process. Students are then invited to try it themselves, with a background of classical music to inspire and relax.
Prerequisites:
Some experience in drawing, painting, can work independently, is willing to try different mediums.
Basic skills required:
none
Parental Responsibilities:
Encourage 15 mins. of drawing a day at home. Provide the few materials requested.
Class:
Exploring Nature
Teacher:
Carol Smith
Grade:
3yr to 1st
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$5.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost includes:
monthly supplies fee includes all craft, activity, and game supplies
Est. Homework:
none
Text/Materials needed:
none
Description:
We will enjoy literature, music, poetry, art, games, and activities as we learn about and explore nature together. Each week we will dive into a different topic. We will investigate different types of weather,the seasons, the earth, animals, and even a little Kindergarten physics!
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
Children who are able to sit for a brief storytime and participate, to some extent, in structured group activities are ready for this class.
Parental Responsibilities:
none
Class:
Famous Artists with Arts and Crafts
Teacher:
Shelly Vollstedt
Grade:
1st to Adult
Tuition:
$24.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$6.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
Students will learn how to use art materials and tools correctly and quickly. Instructor will provide background information of artists discussed. Students will enjoy building and drawing their own creations. Emphasis placed on fine art materials and techniques. Lots of room for personal creativity and choices. There will be some 3-D objects, including fused glass.
Basic skills required:
Ability to listen and attempt the projects.
Class:
Fun with Food
Teacher:
Charlene Nelson
Grade:
K to 2nd
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
Class Supplies:
$5.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Paper Supplies
Description:
We will create with food. Sometimes individual dishes and sometimes group dishes. I hope to introduce the younger kids to different ingredients in a fun way.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
None
Class:
Grossology
Teacher:
Kim Connolly
Grade:
3rd to 5th
Tuition:
$45.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$50.00
One time Materials cost includes:
All handouts, lab, and dissection materials.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE TIMELY DELIVERY OF MATERIALS, SUPPLY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED EARLY ON JUNE 30TH.
Est. Homework:
None
Description:
Have you ever wondered why you burp, what snot is made of, or how many times a human passes gas each day? If so, then this is the class for you. During the year we were studying all of the body's organ systems and dissecting cow eyes, kidneys, hearts, and sheep brains. Other fun activities will include: making fake snot, barf, "dookie" cookies, and much, much more!
Prerequisites:
Students must be able to follow all safety rules and listen to directions. They must also be comfortable performing dissections on animal organs.
Class:
Guitar 1 Group Lesson
Teacher:
Dennis Helppie
Grade:
K to 12th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
Guitar instruction in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere using the Hal Leonard instructional books.
Class:
Guitar 3 Group Lesson
Teacher:
Dennis Helppie
Grade:
K to 12th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
Instruments may be rented from local music stores. Music books may be purchased from instructor.
Class:
Gymnastics
Teacher:
Jet Renkert
Grade:
K to 5th
Tuition:
$33.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
This class is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop gymnastics skills (Tumbling, Balance Beam, Bar and Vault), self-esteem, motor development, general fitness and a positive attitude toward physical development, all in a non- competitive environment. Children will be grouped according to their age and ability levels. I strive to teach sound basic skills in a safe gymnastics setting that encourages and positive motivation and keys to a child's achievement and self-confidence. My goal is to provide a positive physical and psychological experience for every child in the class.
Prerequisites:
wear comfortable clothing (clothes you can move in), no jeans or skirts, no shoes.
Class:
Gymnastics
Teacher:
Jet Renkert
Grade:
K to 5th
Tuition:
$33.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
This class is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop gymnastics skills (Tumbling, Balance Beam, Bar and Vault), self-esteem, motor development, general fitness and a positive attitude toward physical development, all in a non- competitive environment. Children will be grouped according to their age and ability levels. I strive to teach sound basic skills in a safe gymnastics setting that encourages and positive motivation and keys to a child's achievement and self-confidence. My goal is to provide a positive physical and psychological experience for every child in the class.
Prerequisites:
wear comfortable clothing (clothes you can move in), no jeans or skirts, no shoes.
Class:
Hapkido
Teacher:
Jason Mix
Grade:
1st to Adult
Tuition:
$40.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
Hapkido
Hap translates as coordination or harmony
Ki as energy
Do as way.
This 'soft style' is a complete martial arts system. It integrates kicking, hand techniques, patterns (series of pre-arranged moves), and redirection of another’s force through circular movements leading.
This program is designed to increase your physical health, flexibility, strength and balance, while improving confidence, and encouraging a more peaceful mind. Hapkido is an excellent art for self defense which focuses on physical and mental health while being in harmony with one’s environment.
Class:
Hapkido
Teacher:
Jason Mix
Grade:
1st to Adult
Tuition:
$40.00 per 4-Class Session
Description:
Hapkido
Hap translates as coordination or harmony
Ki as energy
Do as way.
This 'soft style' is a complete martial arts system. It integrates kicking, hand techniques, patterns (series of pre-arranged moves), and redirection of another’s force through circular movements leading.
This program is designed to increase your physical health, flexibility, strength and balance, while improving confidence, and encouraging a more peaceful mind. Hapkido is an excellent art for self defense which focuses on physical and mental health while being in harmony with one’s environment.
Class:
High School Biology (1 hour class)
Teacher:
Wendy Johnson
Grade:
9th to 12th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$150.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Textbook and companion CD, renewable supplies.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE ON-TIME DELIVERY OF OUR SUPPLIES, THE SUPPLY FEE WILL BE COLLECTED EARLY, STARTING JUNE 30TH.
Est. Homework:
3 -5 hours per week
Text/Materials needed:
Three ring binder.
Description:
This course will cover the following concepts: Kingdoms Monera, Protista, Fungi, Animalia, and Plantae; Chemistry of Life, The Cell, DNA, Genetics, Ecology, and dissections (optional).
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
High School reading level
Parental Responsibilities:
Homework assignments are completed.
Class:
History of Western Civilization for Middle School
Teacher:
Patti and John Miotke
Grade:
5th to 8th
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$30.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Photocopies of articles and games.
Est. Homework:
About 30 min/wk
Text/Materials needed:
The Useborne Internet- linked ENCYCLOPEDIA of the ANCIENT WORLD ISBN 978079451141-8 13.99 at Amazon
Description:
This class will cover Western Civilization Foundations.
Students will learn about the beginning of History at Sumer, Mesopotamia, Egyptian civilization and warfare, Ancient Greece and Greek civilization, Greek mythology and Gods and Greek warfare learning about important battles. We will also cover Sparta, Athens, civic culture, architecture and drama, philosophy of Socrates, Plato Aristotle and, the rise of Alexander, the Hellenistic world, the Rise of Rome, Roman government, Roman politics and culture and mythology,Romes Gold and Silver ages, Jesus and the New Testament, emergence of the Catholic Church,Muhammad and Islam,The birth of Byzantium,and Charlemagne.
Prerequisites:
none
Parental Responsibilities:
Parental responsibilities: Oversight that assignments are completed.
Class:
Introduction to Forensics
Teacher:
Kim Connolly
Grade:
7th to 9th
Tuition:
$50.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$135.00
One time Materials cost includes:
All handouts, lab materials and text book.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE TIMELY DELIVERY OF MATERIALS, SUPPLY FEES WILL BE COLLECTED EARLY ON JUNE 30TH.
Est. Homework:
one hour a week
Description:
This course is designed to provide an overview of the basic science concepts and techniques used in a forensic laboratory. Students will analyze the nature and significance of physical evidence and discover the underlying chemical and biological reasons for their importance. Then they will select the appropriate scientific techniques for analysis and interpret their findings to solve simulated crimes. Topics covered include (but are not limited to) hair, fiber, and simulated human remains analysis, forensic serology, blood spatter, fingerprinting, solving crime using entomology, bullet trajectory analysis, and chemistry.
Class:
Knitting and Fused Glass Art
Teacher:
Shelly Vollstedt
Grade:
3rd to Adult
Tuition:
$24.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$5.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Class notebook and copies
Est. Homework:
1 hour/ week
Text/Materials needed:
all knitting supplies and needles
Description:
Enjoy creating lovely baskets and knitting with a fun group. You choose whether to knit or basket or both! All basket materials and tools will be provided as well as pattern sheets and inspiration. Make baskets to use or to give as gifts. Geared for intermediate through advanced levels of ability in knitting. Geared for all levels of basketry. Both crafts will be taught continuously all year long.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
Knit, Purl
Parental Responsibilities:
None
Class:
Knitting for Beginners
Teacher:
Marilyn Romatka
Grade:
4th to Adult
Tuition:
$23.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
needles and yarns will be chosen by each student for a number of projects throughout the year
Description:
You don't need to know anything to start this class, yet by the end of the year you will be showing off your hand-knit projects to everyone! Each student gets lots of individual attention. We will cover basic knit,purl, increases and decreases, patterns ,cable stitches,two-color knitting, and much more. A low stress class that's gangs of fun!
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
none
Class:
Labyrinth String Ensemble
Teacher:
Dennis Helppie
Grade:
K to 12th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$5.00
One time Materials cost includes:
All sheet music necessary for the ensemble
Est. Homework:
some practice each week
Text/Materials needed:
The student should have their own
instrument and a folding music stand.
Description:
This ensemble is equivalent to a chamber orchestra and is open to students of violin,
viola, cello, and bass. For other string instruments like harp, please contact
instructor. Beginning to advanced students are welcome as the ensemble will have
different harmony parts for the appropriate level of skill. We will start with unison playing
and move forward as students master the song. We will play classical and fiddle styles.
Prerequisites:
Some basic instruction on holding the instrument
and generating sound.
Basic skills required:
To really enjoy the class a student would be
familiar with first position and be able to
count quarter and half notes.
Parental Responsibilities:
Encourage the student to play at home
as much as possible and have fun!
Class:
Mapping the World by Heart
Teacher:
Patti and John Miotke
Grade:
5th to 8th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Photocopies of blank maps, games.
Est. Homework:
30 - 60 min./wk.
Text/Materials needed:
National Geographic Student Atlas 3rd edition ISBN-13: 9781426304460
Description:
We will use the Mapping the World by Heart curriculum, Boarderline card games, Odyssey Talking Globe, view geography videos and play games like geography bingo.
Students will be able to identify bodies of land and water, countries. Be able to deal comfortably with any map, be able to decode map information, be able to use an atlas, understand longitude and latitude, be able to use a globe, use correct names for parts of the Earth, produce from memory a map that shows their understanding of the outlines of all continents, countries, major cities, larger islands, rivers and bodies of water.
Prerequisites:
None.
Parental Responsibilities:
Oversight that assignments are completed.
Class:
Marine Biology-Puget Sound Critters & Conservation
Teacher:
Stefanie Hawks-Johnson
Grade:
3rd to 5th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
This will cover all materials needed for projects and copies through out the year
Est. Homework:
None
Description:
Puget Sound is one of the most productive estuaries in the world. This is amazing when we consider the world is covered with mostly water. In this class students will learn about plankton, whales and everything in between. We will cover taxonomy and facts about marine animals in all the worlds oceans and in Puget Sound. Students will learn by active participation, projects, songs and games. In the spring we are off to the beach for a low tide walk.
Prerequisites:
None
Basic skills required:
A love of learning
Class:
Marine Biology-Puget Sound Critters & Conservation
Teacher:
Stefanie Hawks-Johnson
Grade:
K to 2nd
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
All materials for projects we will be doing throughout the year.
Description:
Puget Sound is one of the most productive estuaries in the world. This is amazing when we consider the world is covered with mostly water. In this class students will learn about plankton, whales and everything in between. We will cover taxonomy and facts about marine animals in all the worlds oceans and in Puget Sound. Students will learn by active participation, projects, songs and games. In the spring we are off to the beach for a low tide walk.
Prerequisites:
A love of learning
Class:
Marine Mammal Biology
Teacher:
Stefanie Hawks-Johnson
Grade:
6th to 8th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$15.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Folders and copies through out the year.
Est. Homework:
0 to 60 minutes
Description:
Marine mammals are truly one of the marine environments most charismatic creatures. In this class students will learn about ceteaceans (whales, dolphins, porpoise), pinnepeds (seals, sea lions, walrus), manatees/dugongs, and sea otters. This class will cover marine mammal biology, physiology and anatomy. Depending on interest and number of students we may plan an end of the year marine mammal field trip.
Prerequisites:
Some marine biology is helpful, but not necessary.
Basic skills required:
None
Class:
Math Games I
Teacher:
Pat and Chris Sechrist
Grade:
3rd to 5th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$25.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Handouts and materials provided during the year to students.
Description:
In this class we will reinforce math concepts previously taught at home through math games.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
Working knowledge of basic math skills; addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
Class:
Math Tutoring - Private
Teacher:
Marna Marteeny
Grade:
K to Adult
Tuition:
$160.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
Your math book and questions! I can also do private tutoring for Test Preparation as well.
Description:
1 Full Hour of Math Tutoring is $40
Marna has an infectious love of math as well as a BS in Nuclear Engineering from University of Washington.
Class:
Math Tutoring - Private
Teacher:
Marna Marteeny
Grade:
K to Adult
Tuition:
$160.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
Your math book and questions! I can also do private tutoring for Test Preparation as well.
Description:
1 Full Hour of Math Tutoring is $40
Marna has an infectious love of math as well as a BS in Nuclear Engineering from University of Washington.
Class:
Music Theater / Drama Workshop
Teacher:
Julie Marcelia
Grade:
7th to 12th
Tuition:
$32.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Prepared binder, practice CD, scores and scripts
Est. Homework:
1-2 hours a week, some memorization
Description:
Music Theater/Drama Workshop provides many opportunities for various dramatic and musical skill building. We will explore, among other things, character development, diction, staging, and movement/choreography. We will implement our skills in a variety of scenes from different shows, becoming familiar with styles from diverse eras. We will learn monologues, dialogues, solos, duets, and ensemble pieces suited to the students enrolled. Our performances will be kept within the Labyrinth location and time frame.
Prerequisites:
None
Class:
Music Theater / Drama Workshop - Elem.
Teacher:
Julie Marcelia
Grade:
4th to 6th
Tuition:
$32.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Prepared binder, practice CD, scores and scripts
Est. Homework:
1-2 hrs. a week, some memorization
Description:
Music Theater/Drama Workshop provides many opportunities for building musical and dramatic skills. We will have fun learning how to be different characters, and how to speak, sing, and move for the stage, among other things. We will practice using our skills in a variety of scenes from different shows and musicals suited to the students enrolled. Our performances will be kept within the Labyrinth location and time frame.
Prerequisites:
None
Class:
Physical Fitness and Games
Teacher:
Marlene (Marnie) Lum
Grade:
K to 3rd
Tuition:
$18.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$5.00
One time Materials cost includes:
incentives (medals, prizes, consumable materials etc.)
Description:
Physical Fitness is important for everyone. God created our bodies and we need to take good care of them. This class is intended to get your home schooler moving! During class we will do: warm ups/movement, calisthenics/exercises/strength building, cooperative learning games/relays, coordination development, sports skill building and more. Emphasis will be on: having a sportsmanship attitude, participation, friendly competition and having fun. The main goal is to encourage a life-long love of physical activity.
Note: During some of the units, students may be asked to bring sports equipment from home if they have them. Ex. jump rope, volleyball, basketball etc.
Students should wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and can also bring a plastic water bottle, with name labeled, to drink during break time.
Class:
Physical Fitness and Games
Teacher:
Marlene (Marnie) Lum
Grade:
4th to 7th
Tuition:
$18.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$5.00
One time Materials cost includes:
incentives (medals, prizes, consumable materials etc.)
Description:
Physical Fitness is important for everyone. God created our bodies and we need to take good care of them. This class is intended to get your home schooler moving! During class we will do: warm ups/movement, calisthenics/exercises/strength building, cooperative learning games/relays, coordination development, sports skill building and more. Emphasis will be on: having a sportsmanship attitude, participation, friendly competition and having fun. The main goal is to encourage a life-long love of physical activity.
Note: During some of the units, students may be asked to bring sports equipment from home if they have them. Ex. jump rope, volleyball, basketball etc.
Students should wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and can also bring a plastic water bottle, with name labeled, to drink during break time.
Class:
Private Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar
Teacher:
Dennis Helppie
Grade:
K to 12th
Tuition:
$92.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
Instruments may be rented from local music stores. Music books may be purchased from instructor.
Description:
Please Note: Private lessons are scheduled directly with the instructor. Please contact Dennis Helppie for scheduling.
The rate for a 1 hour lesson is $40. The rate for 1/2 hour is $23.
Class:
Private Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar
Teacher:
Dennis Helppie
Grade:
K to 12th
Tuition:
$92.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
Instruments may be rented from local music stores. Music books may be purchased from instructor.
Description:
Please Note: Private lessons are scheduled directly with the instructor. Please contact Dennis Helppie for scheduling.
The rate for a 1 hour lesson is $40. The rate for 1/2 hour is $23.
Class:
Private Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar
Teacher:
Dennis Helppie
Grade:
K to 12th
Tuition:
$92.00 per 4-Class Session
Text/Materials needed:
Instruments may be rented from local music stores. Music books may be purchased from instructor.
Description:
Please Note: Private lessons are scheduled directly with the instructor. Please contact Dennis Helppie for scheduling.
The rate for a 1 hour lesson is $40. The rate for 1/2 hour is $23.
Class:
Private Violin, Viola, Guitar, Cello
Teacher:
Dennis Helppie
Grade:
K to Adult
Tuition:
$0.00 per 4-Class Session
Class:
Psychology/AP Psychology
Teacher:
Marna Marteeny
Grade:
7th to 12th
Tuition:
$28.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
Est. Homework:
1 - 2 hours/week
Text/Materials needed:
Psychology, AP - ISBN-13: 978-0-13-196070-1
by Philip Zimbardo
Description:
This class is an interactive survey of Psychology. I have selected an excellent book that will guide motivated students to be able to pass the AP Psychology exam with a 5. However, this class isn't just for the AP-minded student--it's for any student that wants a survey of Psychology. We will spend class time interactively learning about psychology and discussing what we have read in each Chapter. Some class time will be devoted to watching suggested movies. Essay topics are suggested for each chapter, and I would like to see each student turn in two - three essays on topics that motivate them over the course of 1 year.
We will cover the following topics:
1. Introduction and History of Psychology
2. Research Methods
3. Biopsychology and the Foundations of Neuroscience
4. Sensation and Perception
5. States of Consciousness
6. Learning
7. Cognition
8. Emotion and Motivation
9. Psychological Development
10. Personality
11. Testing and Individual Differences
12. Psychological Disorders
13. Therapies for Psychological Disorders
14. Social Psychology
I envision this class to be fun, engaging, and illuminating.
Prerequisites:
A desire to learn.
Parental Responsibilities:
Make sure your students to do the homework, so that the class can engage in a dynamic discussion of ideas.
Class:
Quilting II
Teacher:
Sonya Edwards
Grade:
3rd to Adult
Tuition:
$10.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost includes:
none
Text/Materials needed:
supplies needed to make a quilt: fabric, scissors,
ruler, sewing machine, thread, etc
Description:
Learn to quilt, design your own quilt and calculate the amount of fabric needed.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
none
Class:
Reader's Theater
Teacher:
Julie Marcelia
Grade:
1st to 3rd
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$5.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Prepared folders, initial scripts
Est. Homework:
none required
Description:
In Reader's Theater, kids will enjoy reading scripted stories, based on familiar picture books. This opportunity to read for a FUN purpose -- putting on plays, cultivates the imagination, encourages physical movement and expressive reading, develops confidence and involvement with a group, and improves reading fluency. This requires no memorization or fancy costumes. We will be limited only by our imaginations! We will cycle through plays in 2-3 weeks depending on our numbers. Our "performances" will be in-class.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
beginning reading skills minimum
Class:
SAT - ACT test Prep
Teacher:
Mary Fredrickson
Grade:
9th to 12th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$25.00
One time Materials cost includes:
copies from many sources
Description:
This is a very important class for anyone considering taking the SAT or ACT exam. In this course we learn about these tests and how to give yourself the best chance of doing well. Reasearch has shown that students who take some kind of test prep course do much better on the tests than students who do not. in this course you do not compete with anyone but yourself. I guide you through the various sections of the test, and show you the tricks to help you do your best. I give you lots and lots of practice problems from old tests, and then I give you the answers so you grade them yourself. You will be so pleased to see how fast you will become comfortabe with these tests.
Class:
Spanish 1
Teacher:
Paulina Pino
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Material fee cover all handouts,photocopies.
Est. Homework:
1 hour
Text/Materials needed:
Text book "Spanish is Fun " book 1.
Description:
This is an introductory class for someone who is motivated to learn Spanish. During this class, students will focus mainly on grammar. We will work with the text book " Spanish is Fun" Book 1. In addition I will provide supplemental material for students to familiarize them with the Latin American culture.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
Ability to read at Middle school
Parental Responsibilities:
Some help with homework may be needed.
Class:
Spanish 2
Teacher:
Paulina Pino
Grade:
6th to Adult
Tuition:
$30.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Material fee cover all handouts and copies
Est. Homework:
1 hour
Text/Materials needed:
Text book " Spanish is Fun" 2
Description:
This is a step up from Spanish 1. We will go deeper into grammar, learn on how to use present, past and future tense verbs. We will continue working in grammar through the text book "Spanish is Fun" Book 2. I will teach some culture facts, such as traditions, celebrations, historical events and day to day practical uses of the language. This will get students ready for basic communication in Spanish.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
Ability to read at Middle school.
Parental Responsibilities:
Some help with homework may be needed.
Class:
Spanish Club
Teacher:
Paulina Pino
Grade:
K to 3rd
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$40.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Craft supplies, watercolors, playdough, copies, pencil, pen,
Description:
The first objective of this class is to have fun and learn the basics of Spanish. This class will allow students to learn the basic vocabulary. No previous experience is required for this class. Through interactive activities, such as games, puzzles, objects, music and more your children will learn Spanish in no time!
Prerequisites:
none
Class:
Spanish Mostly Immersion
Teacher:
Paulina Pino
Grade:
3rd to 5th
Tuition:
$25.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$40.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Material fee cover all Handouts, photocopies, scissors, binder, craft supplies, pencils, playdough
Text/Materials needed:
pencil
Description:
Students will start to work on basic grammar activities. Every session we will cover and address a new topic and review the previous week's activity. Classes will be based on interactive activities. No previous experience of Spanish is required. The children will have a chance to listen to a Native Speaker.
Class:
Story Time Preschool
Teacher:
Amie Santerelli
Grade:
3yr to Pre-K
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$20.00
One time Materials cost includes:
***Material Fee info available soon!
Description:
This pre-school hour will be filled with theme based songs, stories and craft activities that will bring books alive for your children and instill the love of reading as they begin the journey into literacy
Class:
U.S. History History
Teacher:
Mary Fredrickson
Grade:
8th to 12th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$25.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Handouts over the course of the year.
Description:
In this class we explore America's rich history - from our foundation to the mid 1900's. We learn about the early colonies, and how they came to form the government we have today. We look at all the major events that have shaped the United States through the eyes of the people that were there. History is not a list of dates, but an exciting adventure story. This course covers all material required to meet the state criteria for a high school class.
Class:
Voice Class
Teacher:
Julie Marcelia
Grade:
7th to Adult
Tuition:
$32.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$10.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Prepared binder, practice CD, initial song sheets
Est. Homework:
1-2 hours a week, more is optional, but beneficial
Description:
Voice Class is the place to improve your singing skills! If you like to sing, would like to sing better, or have always wanted to sing, this is the class for you. The class setting is less intimidating than one-on-one lessons, less expensive, (and more fun!), and yet provides good training in many of the techniques that will improve your voice. You will learn many tools for good singing and how to apply them to a variety of songs. (You don't need to sing alone, but may want to as you gain skills and feel more comfortable and confident.)
Prerequisites:
None
Class:
Washington State History
Teacher:
Mary Fredrickson
Grade:
8th to 12th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$25.00
Description:
This is a required course for a well educated High school student. We will explore the history of the pacific northwest region and our state.
Class:
Whatever Happened to Penny Candy
Teacher:
Sonya Edwards
Grade:
4th to 7th
Tuition:
$10.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$15.00
Est. Homework:
1 - 2 hr/ week
Description:
Learn the history about money and Austrian economics.
Gold Standard, Federal Reserve, Banking System and other terminologies.
what is it and what does it mean? We will learn Austrian economics and apply to current events.
Learn it and understand your world around you. We will have guest speakers throughout the year to give a
more detailed understanding.
Apply your knowledge to everyday events.
Prerequisites:
none
Basic skills required:
think and ask questions
Parental Responsibilities:
check emails for the occasional movies/information for the children
I will occasionally send some videos for the children to watch to get a better understanding.
The site that I will be using is www.mises.org
you are welcome to check out this site as it has a lot of free lectures and information.
Class:
World History
Teacher:
Mary Fredrickson
Grade:
8th to 12th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$25.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Teacher loans textbook to students, and supplies all handouts etc.
Description:
This is a look at the history of the entire world from 3200 BC in Mesopotamia through the 1700's AD. We move quickly in this class as we look at every major civilization on Earth. It is fascinating to see all the cultures that developed over time and where they are today. We cover a chapter in the book every week on average and the homework consists of one assignment on the readings. The purpose of this class is to introduce you to the history of the world in a fun and interesting way. This course meets the requirements for high school.
Class:
World Literature
Teacher:
Mary Fredrickson
Grade:
8th to 12th
Tuition:
$20.00 per 4-Class Session
One time Materials cost:
$25.00
One time Materials cost includes:
Books supplied (loaned) in class and handouts given to students.
Description:
This course looks at great books from around the world. We start in India, then move to China and then to Greece. The books average around 150 -to 250 pages in length and are chosen because they are considered one of the most important books ever written in their particular culture. I guide the students through these books every step of the way and it is fantastic way to see lots of different writing styles. Students are asked to read around 50 pages a week. When we finish a book, they will do an assignment on what they have read. Book list available.