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Chartered Class Descriptions 2022-2023

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Overview of Chartered classes

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Morning chartered classes:

  • Writing – IEW – Medieval Theme - grades 3 – 8

  • Science – Apologia – Chemistry

  • Science – Apologia – Human Anatomy

  • Science - Apologia - Physical Science 

  • Science - Elementary Science

  • Science - Berean Builders - Science in the Age of Reason - grades K-6

  • Spanish I

  • Medieval Fine Arts and Activities

 

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Writing

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Institute for Excellence in Writing – Medieval Theme Based Writing Lessons

Teacher: Lisa Miller

Prerequisites: Students need to be able to read. It is extra helpful to have a basic knowledge of IEW but I can work with students and parent teachers as needed.

Class Length: Full Year (30 lessons + fun bonuses)

Age/ Grade Level: 3rd-8th (there are easy ways of scaling content to student level)

Class Description: From the Anglo-Saxons to the Renaissance, from chivalrous knights to Genghis Khan, students will improve their knowledge of medieval times while learning to write with structure and style. Working through all of IEW's Units 1–9, students learn to take notes, retell narrative stories, summarize references, write from pictures, compose essays, and more. Includes vocabulary cards, literature suggestions, and access to helpful PDF downloads.

Homework: Students will be responsible for completing reading weekly selections as assigned. Typical homework assignments include the following: reading, workbook activities, drafts or finals and vocabulary drills. Parents will be responsible for checking in with their student to ensure comprehension of terms, completion of homework and for assessing the student’s final grade. Edits for improvement and affirmations will be given to the student per assignment usually the following week.

Supplies: With helpful PDF downloads included, the student book can be viewed at the IEW website here: Medieval History-Based Writing Lessons [Student Book only] | Institute for Excellence in Writing (There is no need to purchase the Teacher handbook unless you prefer)

3 ring notebook, paper, pencils, and a highlighter

Class Fee:  $50 per semester



 

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Science

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Chemistry 

Teacher: Elizabeth Ohlinger

Prerequisites: Algebra I completed. (This is a requirement because there is a significant math component of all chemical processes, and the ability to mathematically balance an equation will be required very early in the year.)

Class Length: Full year (32 lessons)

Age/Grade Level: High school

Class Description: This is a high school credit, college prep class that covers chemistry. Class time will be firstly devoted to completing labs; any extra time will be spent in lecture or reviewing questions from the students.

Homework: Students will be responsible for completing weekly reading assignments, weekly practice questions, and module tests. Parents will be responsible for checking in with their student to ensure timely completion of assignments and for assigning the student’s final grade. Teacher will be responsible for grading labs and tests.

Supplies: Household supplies per syllabus for labs

Text Required: Discovering Design with Chemistry by Dr. Jay Wile published by Berean Builders. (ISBN 978-0996278461 and ISBN 978-0996278478 or purchase as a set) You do NOT need to purchase any lab supplies.  

Class Fee: $200 + $25 lab fee

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Human Anatomy

Teacher: Elizabeth Ohlinger

Prerequisites: Biology completed. Chemistry completion strongly recommended.

Class Length: Full year (32 lessons)

Age/Grade Level: High school

Class Description: This is a high school credit, college prep class that covers human anatomy. Class time will be firstly devoted to completing labs; any extra time will be spent in lecture or reviewing questions from the students.

Homework: Students will be responsible for completing weekly reading assignments, weekly practice questions, and module tests. Parents will be responsible for checking in with their student to ensure timely completion of assignments and for assigning the student’s final grade. Teacher will be responsible for grading labs and tests.

Text Required:  Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: The Human Body, by Marilyn Shannan and Rachael Yunis, published by Apologia Educational Ministries. (ISBN 978-1935495727 and ISBN 978-1935495970 or purchase as a set)

Supplies: Household supplies per syllabus for labs

Class Fee: $200 + $25 lab fee

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Physical Science

Teacher: Holly Easton (614) 306-8759

Prerequisites: None

High School Credit: 1 high school science with lab credit

Class Description:  The text discusses such topics as the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, weather, the structure of the earth, environmentalism, the physics of motion, Newton’s Laws, gravity, and astrophysics.  Most of the class time will be dedicated to performing the labs for Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Physical Science (2nd Edition).   Many weeks we will have some time to lecture on the text and answer students’ questions. The student will be expected to read the text; complete all “On Your Own,” practice, and review problems; and complete tests on his own outside of class.  This class, along with the homework assigned will fulfill your science requirement for the year.

Homework, Tests, Grades: Each student will receive a syllabus for the class which includes suggested daily reading and test assignments. The student should expect to spend 45 to 60 minutes per day for four days per week to complete his Physical Science assignments. Lab reports and tests will be graded by the instructor. Parents will be responsible for assigning the final grade for the class.

Parental Involvement: Parents should expect to check the student’s review and practice problems before each test. This will allow parents to make sure the student is keeping up with the work and understanding the material.

Text Required: Apologia’s (1) Exploring Creation with Physical Science (2nd Edition) and (2)Solutions and Tests for Exploring Creation with Physical Science (2nd Edition). You do NOT need to purchase the student notebook journal or any lab supplies.

Students will also need a three-ring binder (1” recommended) and four tabbed dividers.

Class Fee: $200 per year plus $15 supply fee

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Elementary Science

Teacher: Holly Easton (614) 306-8759

Prerequisites: Ability to follow directions and participate in class projects and discussions at the elementary level.  

Class Length: One Year

Age/ Grade Level: 1st - 6th grade

Credit: One credit for elementary science

Class Description: Explore the exciting world of science through fun experiments and teaching. This hands-on, multilevel elementary science class introduces scientific concepts using history as its guide. It covers the scientific works of natural philosophers from the early 1600s to the early 1800s. Because the course covers science as it was developed, it discusses a wide range of topics including astronomy, medicine, botany, zoology, chemistry, geology, human physiology, electricity, conservation laws, and weather. Students learn not only the science that was being discovered at the time, but also the beliefs of the natural philosophers who were discovering it. As a result, students can see how a person’s worldview affects his or her scientific conclusions. Because of its unique design, the course can be used by all elementary-age students. Each lesson contains an interesting hands-on activity that helps illustrate the scientific concept that is being discussed, and it concludes with three different levels of review exercises. Students do whatever review exercise matches their specific level of understanding. Work in this class will be geared, as much as possible, to each student’s age and capabilities.  The goal is for everyone to complete the year having explored and enjoyed many new areas of science. 

Homework, Tests, Grades: While tests and grades will not be a part of this course, there will be a reading list given that, if followed, will enhance what is being taught.  

Parental Involvement:  A willing parent to read through the three lessons prior to class each week. Parents may need to help with unit celebration projects, costumes, or reports.

Text/ Material Required:  Science in the Age of Reason by Jay Wile, published by Berean Builders. (ISBN: 978-0-9890424-6-8) On some weeks, students will be asked to bring common household  items to be used in the experiments.  When this is the case, I will send out an email to let you know what is needed at least a week ahead of time.  

Class Fees: $50 per semester  

Supply Fee: TBA

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Spanish 1

Teacher: Ashley Stickel

Prerequisites: Having completed a basic English grammar course. This is simply so that students will understand grammatical terms when we refer to them in class. For example, they should understand what pronouns, verbs, nouns, prepositions, adverbs, adjectives, etc. are and how they are used.

Class Length: Full year (32 lessons), 1 hour in-class lessons

Age/ Grade Level: High School (9-12) Note:*8th graders may possibly take the course if parents feel they are ready to handle a high school level course load and understand that no special adjustments will be made in required work. 

Class Description: In this introduction to Spanish, students will learn to ask and answer questions, give and follow directions, talk about their families, order food in a restaurant, make comparisons, talk about their plans, and speak in the past tense. Students will also study Bible verses throughout the course, which will allow them to be exposed to God's Word in Spanish. This will give them a base they can build on to share the Gospel with others in the future. In addition, we will explore a variety of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions. The ultimate goal is that students will be better equipped and motivated to speak and interact with the Spanish-speaking community as a result of the greater cultural and linguistic understanding garnered in this course. 

Homework: Homework will be assigned each week and students will have a week to complete the assignments. Typical homework assignments usually include the following: textbook activities, workbook activities, vocabulary practice, and listening practice.

Assessment Schedule: Each unidad (unit) in the textbook includes two lessons. Students will complete a prueba (quiz) after lesson one of each unidad. Once both lessons one and two have been covered in class, students will take an examen (test) over that unidad. Tests and quizzes should only be attempted once students have completed their homework assignment for that week.
Supplies: The following materials will need to be purchased in order to participate in this course. Students are never required to write in their textbook or workbook, but will instead write answers to homework in a digital format that can be turned in online or written on a separate sheet of paper and turned in to me. Audio files will be provided at no cost to the student.
Textbook: ¡Avancemos! Student Edition Level 1 ISBN: 9780554025315
Workbook: ¡Avancemos! Cuaderno práctica por niveles Level 1 ISBN: 9780618782185
Class Fee:  $200 for the full year

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Medieval Fine Arts & Activities

Teacher: Lisa Miller

Prerequisites: an imagination and willing spirit to work through and with mistakes

Class Length: 45 minutes

Age/ Grade Level: maturity to follow instructions with minimal reminders, this will qualify for a high school credit

Class Description: Do you find it difficult to cram everything in even though it all sounds wonderful? This class is meant to facilitate assignments/suggestions provided in the weekly Fine Arts & Activities section of the Tapestry curriculum and leave the organization and mess to our weekly meetings and my expertise. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Columbus College of Art and Design and will add my own commentary as applicable. On occasion students will be asked for input in the assignments chosen from the list of art activities. They will also be required to stay and clean up each week in the last portion of the class.

Homework: minimal as assigned

Supplies: provided for multimedia activities

Class Fee:  $50 per semester

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