High School ​
 

Chemistry (Mr. Moury)

This course is designed to be a first-year high school class that gives the student a rigorous foundation in chemistry in preparation for future college-level courses. The course covers topics such as measurements and units, significant figures, chemical classifications, the periodic table, atomic structure molecular geometry, the mole concept, stoichiometry, gas laws, acids and bases, reduction and oxidation, thermodynamics and equilibrium. In order to understand this text, students should have already completed Algebra I. With the amount of required work and the inclusion of labs, this course can be considered an honors-level course. However, it should not be considered sufficient for an Advanced Placement (AP)-level class.

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Materials needed:  Discovering Design With Chemistry, published by Berean Builders. The Answer Key and Test Booklet is also required. Additional resources needed include a 3-ring binder (1 ½”), college-ruled paper, 3x5 lined index cards, Basic scientific calculator - Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS (about $15)

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Format:  Class time typically falls into a two-week cycle for each module. The first week consists of taking the test from the prior module and discussion of key concepts and information for the new module. The second week typically focuses on completing the discussion of the concepts from the current module and performing lab experiments to aid students’ understanding. The aim is to facilitate an interactive and engaging environment as students not only learn information from the text, but also consider its practical applications to everyday life. Students are expected to read all pertinent material and complete assignments in preparation for class. While lab experiments are performed in class, resulting lab reports are completed at home and returned to the teacher for grading.  Lab Fee: $45 paid at registration

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Anatomy/Physiology with Lab (Mrs. Kest)

This is a college-prep course that provides an advanced study of the human body’s 11 organ systems. The course provides the student with a solid background in advanced biology. In addition to the Apologia text, experiments, dissections & reading material have been integrated into this course.

Prerequisite: Biology (and Chemistry is recommended)

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Materials needed:

Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: The Human Body, 2nd Edition textbook and student notebook

The Anatomy Coloring Book (optional, but recommended)– Kaplan – any edition, 5th or later is best

Paper and/or notebook and something to write with in class

Colored pencils

2-pocket folder 

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Lab Fee: $60 for the year (paid directly to the instructor and due at registration)

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Format:  Class time is spent discussing the concepts in depth, utilizing collaborative discussion opportunities and performing labs. Students are expected to read the text and complete textbook assignments at home. Material and labs in addition to those in the textbook will be presented to aid in learning the concepts. Students are expected to complete the On Your Own Questions and Study Guide for each Module in addition to written lab reports. Parents need to be prepared to assist and review correct answers for adequate test preparation. Tests will be taken in class for most but not all modules.

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Biology with Lab (Mrs. Kest) 

Discovering Design With Biology WITH LAB 2023-2024

Discovering Design With Biology written by Dr. Paul Madtes, Jr. and Dr. J. L. Wile is an honors level biology class. Students learn how biologists classify life, the chemical processes that make life possible, and the structures of RNA and DNA. Additionally, students learn the means by which photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and cellular reproduction occur. We will cover organisms found in nature: archaea, bacteria, protists, fungi, invertebrates, vertebrates, and plants. Students are taught the cycles that keep environments hospitable to life, and we cover ecosystems. Four dissection experiments are included: the earthworm, crayfish, fish, and frog.  Microscopes are used to observe the microscopic world of plants, animals, and more.

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Materials required:

1. Discovering Design With Biology

2. Discovering Design With Biology Answer Key &

Tests

3. Paper/pens/pencils for taking notes in class

4. Colored pencils

5. Lab fee: $45 (paid to the instructor and due at

registration)

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Format:  Class time is spent covering material presented in each module, reviewing vocabulary, and performing labs. Students are expected to read the text weekly. In addition, students complete the On Your Own Questions, the Study Guide, and all lab reports for each module. This work will be handed into the teacher for grading. Parents need to be prepared to assist students at home as needed and to review homework for correct answers so that students are prepared to take the tests. Tests will be given in class.​

 

Physics (Mr. Moury)

This course is designed to be an engaging introduction to the study of physics that gives the student a solid foundation in the material in preparation for future college-level courses. The course covers topics such as a review of significant figures, units, one-dimensional motion, two-dimensional motion, Newton’s Laws and their applications, circular motion, work and energy, momentum, periodic motion, optics, principles of electricity, and magnetism. The curriculum utilized is non-calculus based, but students should have completed Algebra 1 and have familiarity with basic geometry principles as minimum prerequisites. Prior completion of Algebra 2 and Geometry is also highly recommended. With the amount of required work and the inclusion of labs, this course can be considered an honors-level course. However, it should not be considered sufficient for an Advanced Placement (AP)-level class.

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Materials needed: Exploring Creation With Physics, 2nd Edition, Apologia Book, Solutions and Test Booklet, 3-ring binder, tab dividers numbered 1-16, 100-3x5 lined index cards, Basic scientific calculator - Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS (about $15)

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Format: Students are expected to read the material and complete assignments in preparation for class. Tutoring time is spent discussing key concepts in each module and performing experiments. Tests are primarily taken at home, brought back to class and submitted for grading. There are occasions when some tests or quizzes may be conducted during the class time. While lab experiments are performed in class, resulting lab reports are completed at home and returned to the teacher for grading. There is also a special project component to the course each semester allowing students to demonstrate their ability to apply concepts learned throughout the course.

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Lab/Materials Fee: $45, paid at registration

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Kinesiology(Mrs. Kest)

Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology

Kinesiology is the study of human movement and the body's response to exercise. Topics covered include anatomy and physiology as it pertains to human movement, biomechanics, motor learning, physical fitness, nutrition, technology in sport, and CPR certification.  This class is designed to give students a fundamental knowledge of the acute and chronic responses to exercise. The overriding concept throughout the course will be how the body attemps to maintain homeostasis in response to the stress caused by exercise. 

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Materials: Introduction to Kinesiology: A Biophysical Perspective Second Edition by Peter Klavora.   Materials for CPR certification are included in science class fee and will be provided at the beginning of that module.  

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Lab Fee: $45 for the year (paid directly to the instructor and due at registration) 

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Middle School ​

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Physical Science with Lab (Mauter)

This course is designed to be the last science course a student takes before high school and may be taken in the 9th grade as well.  The course is divided into two segments.  Segment one covers topics including: motion, force, work and energy. Segment two topics include: matter, energy, atoms and the periodic table, and interactions of matter. During class meetings, students should expect to discuss unit concepts and work through interactive experiments and models. Work at home includes reading assignments and written lessons to support the classroom learning. Assessments are frequent in this class.  Note:  This class can be taken with added assignments by 9th grade students for high school credit.

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Prerequisite class: pre-algebra

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Required Resources:

• Science Fusion Module H: Matter and Energy from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (Interactive work-text only)

• Science Fusion Module I: Motion, Forces and Energy from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (Interactive work-text only)

• A 1" 3 ring binder with notebook paper and dividers

• Calculator

• School supply bag with colored pencils, school scissors and glue stick

• Parent supervised and supported access to the internet and Teacher Ease

• A one-time materials fee of $45 due at the beginning of the course

 

General Science (Mauter)

In this hands-on exploration course, students will study various topics including simple machines, life science, and body systems.  This interactive class will be supported by the Apologia textbook, Exploring Creation with General Science, 2nd Ed.  Weekly homework and reading assignments will be given and graded.  Tests, quizzes, and projects will be part of the required work.  

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Required Resources:

The Apologia Exploring Creation with General Science, 2nd Edition text (only)

A 1" 3 ring binder with paper and dividers

Calculator

School supply bag with colored pencils, school scissors and glue stick

Parent supervised and supported access to the internet and Teacher Ease

A one-time materials fee of $45 due at registration.

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Elementary ​

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4-5  Science 2 (of a three year rotation) (Mauter)

This is class #2 of 3 curricular rotations.

This interactive general science class is designed for students in grades 4 – 5. Students will study various topics within each of these units: The Solar System, Weather and Climate and Animal Adaptations.  All students are asked to complete weekly assignments that are related to the lesson's topic. Tests and quizzes will be given within each unit of study. There is no text for this class.  Each student will keep a binder of materials for the class.

 

 

Required Resources:

• Parent supervised and supported access to the internet and Teacher Ease

• A 1" 3 ring binder with school supplies for the class which will come to class weekly

• School supply bag with colored pencils, school scissors and glue stick

• A one-time materials fee of $45 due at the beginning of the course

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