Upcoming Classes for 2012-2013

                            "Hat Day"                    

During opening we all gather together to pray for our day, recognize birthdays, learn a new character trait, make announcements, and have what we call "Showcases." A "Showcase" is similar to "show-n-tell" in that students share something they enjoy, made, accomplished, or wish to perform. This is an optional activity for our students. We also have special days, such as "Hat Day" in the photo above.

           "Service Project at The Storehouse"

Homeroom:

*We will have a middle school and high school homeroom.

Our study in both classes will be apologetics. Learn how to defend your faith and why you believe what you believe. We will read and discuss the book- Check Your Brains at The Door, by: Josh McDowell & Bob Hostetler. Additionally, games and other activities in class will augment what we learned.

*Both homeroom classes will complete student-designed service projects on the fourth and fifth Wednesdays of the month and one service project outside of class each semester.

             "Science Experiment/Group Project"

Science options:

Middle School- Properties of Matter (in the fall) and Properties of Atoms & Molecules (in the spring)-- Both are from the Answers in Genesis collection of God's Design for Chemistry and Ecology.

High School-  Friendly Chemistry: A Guide to Learning Basic Chemistry, by: Joey & Lisa Hajda

                  "Cattle Drive Reenactment"

History options:

Middle School- We will be studying ancient history through Streams of Civilization Volume One: Earliest Times to the Discovery of the New World, curriculum by: Mary Stanton & Albert Hyma.

High School- We will be studying world history through Exploring World History Part 1: Creation Through the  Middle Ages and Part 2: The Renaissance to the Present, curriculum by: Ray Notgrass. Students may also earn credits in English  (literature & composition) and Bible by completing those sections of the curriculum, which are optional, at home.

                    "MythBusters Class"

Electives:

Fall 2012

1:05-2:00 p.m.- Art History or Drawing (TBD) or Improvisation & Short Skits

2:00-2:55 p.m.- Archaeology or Government

Spring 2013

1:05-2:00 p.m.- Easy Cooking with 5 Ingredients or  Man Vs. Wild

2:00-2:55 p.m.- History of Radio/Film/TV or Economics

Elective Course Descriptions:

<All electives are multi-grades.>

Archaeology- Get ready to explore the world of archaeology, from ancient alphabets to ziggurats! The archaeological discoveries of the Middle East continue to confirm the historical accuracy and reliable authority of the Bible. This class will enhance & align with our Ancient History courses. Required book: The Archaeology Book

Art History or Drawing- To be determined

Easy Cooking with 5 Ingredients- Learn how to cook simple meals, complete with: beverage, appetizer, soup, bread, main dish, side dish, and desert. After taking this course, you will be able to prepare a full meal for your family at home. Required book: Easy Cooking with 5 Ingredients  (apron also required)

Economics- Learn about the laws of supply and demand, and gain a biblical view of land taxes and tithes, the paper money scam, capital savings, the good, bad, and ugly of labor unions, and more. You won't be bored learning all this through a comic book! This course may be taken for high school credit, but middle school students are also welcome. Required book: Biblical Economics in Comics

Government- This is the perfect class to coincide with our U.S. Presidential Election. Learn about the Constitution as our basis of government, civil liberties and civil rights, the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the federal government, elections and political parties, how public policy is created and shaped, and how each citizen can become involved in the process of self-government. This course may be taken for high school credit, but middle school students are also welcome. Required book: Painless American Government

Improvisation & Short Skits- Join us in this fast-paced, highly active drama class. Learn how to think on your feet, diminish your fear of public speaking, and work as a team in this creative arts class. We will do individual and group activities each week.

History of Radio/Film/TV- This is the perfect class for those interested in learning about the incredible beginning of the world of mass media. We'll go back to the Golden Age- a time when the entertainment industry was developing in a new, technological way.

Man Vs. Wild- Join us on this exciting adventure as we learn survival skills and helpful techniques to maneuver through life's most challenging environments and situations. Occasional viewing of the television show "Man Vs. Wild" will be incorporated into this class. Required book: Man Vs. Wild: Survival Techniques from the Most Dangerous Places on Earth

*We are seeking teachers for the next school year. Bartering is an option for parents of enrolled students. Must be knowledgable of subject matter, creative, patient, & great with students in this age group.  Contact the director for more information.