Why Students Should Study Film as Literature
Film is a form of storytelling. In our media-saturated society, students can and should learn to analyze film like written literary texts.
Why Is Summer A Great Time to Begin Homeschooling?
Are you considering homeschooling your children? Summer can be the perfect time to begin this educational journey. With its relaxed schedule and sunny weather, summer offers a unique opportunity to transition from traditional schooling to homeschooling. Advantages of homeschooling during the summer Flexibility in scheduling One of the advantages of starting homeschooling during the summer […]
How to Create a Custom Homeschool Schedule That Works for Your Family
When it comes to homeschooling, one of the most important aspects is creating a customized schedule that works for your family. A well-planned homeschool schedule can provide structure, routine, and flexibility to ensure a successful learning experience for both parents and children. Benefits of a Homeschool Schedule Having a homeschool schedule offers numerous benefits for […]
The Best Homeschool Curriculum Planning Guide
When it comes to homeschooling, one of the most crucial aspects is curriculum planning. Planning your homeschool curriculum ensures that your child receives a well-rounded and comprehensive education. Importance of Homeschool Curriculum Planning Homeschool curriculum planning plays a vital role in shaping your child’s educational journey. It allows you to tailor their learning experience to […]
Setting Up a Dedicated Homeschool Space at Home
As the popularity of homeschooling continues to grow, creating a dedicated homeschool space at home has become essential for many families. Having a designated area for learning not only helps to establish a routine and a sense of structure, but it also provides a focused environment that promotes concentration and productivity. Whether you have a […]
Foundations of Government (Non-Honors) – SPRING
Is the U.S. a republic or a democracy? Should the mass media play a role in defining American government? Did the Founding Fathers define the government adequately? Do citizens serve the government, or does the government serve the people, abiding by the Judeo-Christian values granted it by the Constitution?
This course will be an eye-opener for students! The objective of American Government is to provide pupils with an understanding of the principles and ideals of the Founding Fathers, the structure and function of the branches of government, as well as the policy considerations and politics facing our nation. Students will have an opportunity to participate in a Mock Congress utilizing concepts learned in this course. This is a highly interactive class, in which critical thinking and discussion are cornerstones. Supreme Court cases and original documents of the framers will be discussed and analyzed.
Special Note: This course is available as dual credit; however, a student does not have to dual enroll to take the class.
Intro to Graphic Design Using Canva – SPRING
This introduction to Photoshop class will give students a foundational knowledge of a tool that can be used to pursue graphic design, photo manipulation, print design, and a myriad of other careers. Incorporating fine art principles with technological execution will give students a variety of solid skills in basic design procedure that will be a launching pad for a diverse portfolio of work. Students can expect to submit projects each week to show they understand the technical aspects and there will be two large projects to incorporate their understanding of the technology, design principles, and craftsmanship in a creative format. This class is intended to give students a broad overview of this powerful industry-standard software. By the end of class, they should have mastered the basic layout and functions of Photoshop and begun to incorporate workflow habits that are essential to efficient and effective design.
Projects include removing backgrounds, cloning objects, blemish removal, color correction, book covers, movie posters and much more!
Intro to Graphic Design Using Canva – FALL
This introduction to Photoshop class will give students a foundational knowledge of a tool that can be used to pursue graphic design, photo manipulation, print design, and a myriad of other careers. Incorporating fine art principles with technological execution will give students a variety of solid skills in basic design procedure that will be a launching pad for a diverse portfolio of work. Students can expect to submit projects each week to show they understand the technical aspects and there will be two large projects to incorporate their understanding of the technology, design principles, and craftsmanship in a creative format. This class is intended to give students a broad overview of this powerful industry-standard software. By the end of class, they should have mastered the basic layout and functions of Photoshop and begun to incorporate workflow habits that are essential to efficient and effective design.
Projects include removing backgrounds, cloning objects, blemish removal, color correction, book covers, movie posters and much more!
Chronicles of Faith: Tracing the New Testament Across Centuries
Join us for an in-depth exploration of works by modern African authors. They are all written by female authors of the last fifty years. Exploring themes of family, womanhood, war, violence, love, friendship, politics, and more, all are stories that will stay with the reader for years to come. The works selected are heavy-hitting award winners and include both authors that still reside in their native countries and those that have immigrated to other nations. Several of the works are translated from French or other indigenous languages. The countries represented include Rwanda, Nigeria, Cameroon, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Senegal, and Liberia. All books deal with mature themes and situations, so students require a mature disposition.
Your teacher, while not an expert in African culture or politics, is an avid reader and fiercely curious. This course is part of our Bridge Builder series. The goal for this series is simple: to help students cultivate the capacity to show compassion, grow in empathy, share love with all people, and ultimately collaborate with others to provide solutions to problems in an increasingly complex world. While this is not the case in most of our classes, the courses in this series require live attendance with video and audio capability to aid in discussion.
