Wednesday Tutorial
Level HS Class Descriptions

For your High School Student(s), you can choose:
full-day, morning only or afternoon only classes.

For full-day classes, choose a morning block and an afternoon block.

Morning Block

9am-11:50am

US History & Geography:

1 Credit

This course is a fast-paced survey of world history from Creation to the 21st Century using Notgrass’s Exploring World History. The course discusses civilizations from around the world but is focused largely on the roots of western civilization, covering key events, ideas, persons and philosophies in various time periods of world history. Emphasis is placed on student’s daily response to their reading material. Students will keep a class timeline as we race through history to help place events visually.

World Literature
& Comp:

1 Credit

In this survey course the student reads classic works of world literature including novels, short stories, devotional literature, plays, theological essays, biographies, memoirs, poetry, and hymns. Emphasis is placed on how the literature reflects the historical settings of the works and uses Notgrass’s Exploring World History as a framework. The student will also be writing 6 persuasive essays throughout the year following the Lost Tools of Writing curriculum. In addition, the first 9 weeks of the spring semester will be dedicated to writing a research paper.

Bible:

1 Credit

This course provides an overview of the Bible and Biblical history, including both its message of faith and how it complements our understanding of history using Notgrass’s Exploring World History as a framework. The student reads several complete books of the Bible as well as several of the Psalms and portions of other books. Topical studies bring Biblical teachings to bear on many of the historical issues discussed. Students will memorize a passage of scripture in the fall and a separate one in the spring semester.

Gov't & Economics:

1 Credit

English Lit & Comp:

1 Credit

Bible:

0.5 Credit

Personal Finance:

0.5 Credit

Teacher: Sheena Olson

Fall/Spring 1.0 credit total. This course takes an in-depth look at the American Government; from the Biblical basis of government to the formative ideas of modern democracy; the structure and workings of Congress, other Federal agencies, the Executive and Judicial branches; the Constitution and Amendments; State and Local government; taxation; along with International Relations and other contemporary issues.

The Spring semester moves to the study of economics; with an overview of the economic history of the United States, including key terms and concepts used in economics emphasizing Biblical teachings about money and finance, and reflecting on our participation in the national and world economies on a personal level. Primary source readings will be included from the Making Choices text.

Year-long 1.0 credit. This upperclassman ELA class will explore a variety of writing styles. In literature we will be looking at non-fiction works, American poetry and primary sources relating to our government studies. We will be learning various note-taking and study strategies, including essay writing, poetry writing and research skills. In the Spring semester we will be reading fiction and non-fiction literature relating to economic and financial principles and will work on professional and creative writing units.

Fall semester 0.5 credit. Analyzing the application of Biblical texts to various events and personal journals shared in 100 Bible Verses that Made America by Robert J. Morgan, will lead us to critically think about how we tend to interpret the Bible through our current cultural lens. Discussions and journaling will reflect on how God has inspired the formation of our country. We will also study the poetic books of the Bible.

Spring semester 0.5 credit. Using the interactive curriculum Financial Literacy from a Christian Perspective (2023 Edition) by 7SistersHomeschool, this rounds out the study of economics by looking at our own finances. In understanding God’s economy and how He wants us to view and use our money we will tackle budgeting, setting financial goals, banking, using credit and loans, filing taxes and career exploration!

Teacher: Alysia Gregg

Overview:

This class combines US History with American literature, Bible, US Geography, and Composition. All of the work for this class goes together to create a deeper learning of historical events. The class covers US history from the colonies all the way to the present days.

Time in class will consist of all of these sections. The amount of time for each will be different each week, depending on the lessons that we are working on.
For weekly assignments, there will be a checklist for students to work through each week.

Geography and Bible will be mostly done in class while Literature, History, and Composition will be completed mostly at home.
Weekly assignments consist of reading and answering questions and different writing assignments. There will be several projects throughout the year and a research paper.
There will be some testing but that is not a major part of the class.
This class counts as a full language arts credit, a complete history credit, and a Bible credit, which can also be used as an elective. So there are three grades for this class.

US History & Geography:

1 Credit

Bible:

1 Credit

English Comp:

1 Credit

In this year-long class we will study our great country and its geography, history and incredible literature all with keeping a Biblical point of view.

With Notgrass Exploring America we will learn the history of the United States from Columbus through present time. We will read important historical documents, speeches, and literary works that highlight key places, people and events of our country. There will also be a geography component, where we will learn about our great 50 states and their regions.

In our Bible class we will be working on unpacking and memorizing verses, and completing lessons in Bible study that parallel our history lessons with the Notgrass curriculum.

You will receive an English credit that consists of both Literature and Composition. The literature pack from Notgrass Exploring America is full of amazing works by American authors and they integrate into the period of time we are studying. Novels such as Uncle Tom's Cabin and biographies of the life of David Crockett are among the fantastic literature we will study. Using frameworks from IEW we will also learn to write literary analysis and complete a research paper in the second semester and learn the MLA format.

English:

1 Credit

Speech & Debate:

1 Credit

Logic:

0.5 Credit

Teacher: Tonya Dodd

In this Language Arts class students will receive 1 credit composed of literature and composition. For literature, a variety of classic works representing different time periods from Shakespeare to modern times will be studied. At home, students will read, annotate, and answer comprehension and analysis questions. In class, we will learn literary terms and techniques and hold class discussions over the reading. Occasionally students will complete creative projects based on the novels as a way to aid in their interpretation and public speaking skills.
For writing we will learn different writing techniques and apply them in a variety of writing genres such as literary analysis, persuasive, expository, narrative, creative, and poetry. We will look at good examples of authors’ techniques and give one another feedback on writing.

This course counts as 1 hour of speech and debate credit. We will be studying the art of rhetoric and how to apply its principles to have clear, compelling, and powerful speech and persuasion, all with an eye to how we can share our faith and be good ambassadors of Christ. We will practice the 3 appeals, different types of speeches, and the canons of rhetoric. We will also complete some debates in class to see that process. At home, students will read from their textbooks and answer questions. They will also be writing speeches to apply what we’re learning. In class, we will learn the principles of good speech by looking at many famous speeches from the past and then have discussions and workshops to apply the techniques we’ve learned.

In this half-credit class we will study logic as the principles of correct reasoning and how we can draw logical conclusions even when fallacies are presented. Through activities and discussions we will learn to identify false claims and to apply all we see and hear through the truth of God’s word. We will learn how to live wisely in this world and to pass all claims through our Christian worldview. At home, students will complete short readings and comprehension questions and search for fallacies in the world and media around them. There will be occasional projects and presentations to apply what they’re learning.

Afternoon Block

12:30pm-2:30pm

Teacher: Kim McSorley

Physical Science

1 Credit With Lab

Join us on an adventure with Physical Science! We will cover high level chemistry, physics, earth science, and science research concepts. We will have labs and activities as we move along. It does delve into many topics of chemistry and physics, giving the students a good exposure before they take those singular classes. Our curriculum will be Exploring Creation with Physical Science, 4th Edition.

In Exploring Creation with Physical Science, 4th Edition, students will explore the science of God’s physical laws of creation as they study chemistry, physics, earth science, and science research concepts. Students will complete labs and hands-on projects throughout the course for an immersive learning experience with practical application. Written from a biblical worldview, Exploring Creation with Physical Science, 4th Edition bridges middle and high school science courses and creates a solid foundation to prepare students for higher-level science courses. Advanced concepts presented throughout the course provide students with optional opportunities to enhance their learning and challenge their mastery of physical science.

Teacher: Leah Holcomb

English:

1 Credit

This course, geared toward juniors and seniors, is a college-preparatory literature and composition course from Excellence in Literature by Janice Campbell. Focus works, including novels, short stories, poems, and drama, have been selected for literary quality, and for their place in the historical development of literature. Context readings provide background information about the author, the historical period, and the literary and artistic context of the focus work. Students will gain an understanding of the development of literature and will practice the skills of close literary analysis through essays, approach papers, and other evaluative writing.

Teacher: Sheena Olson

Life Skills & Health:

1 Elective Credit &

.5 Credit of Nutrition/Health

Optional 1 credit of PE

Life skills and health are a perfect pairing! As we learn the foundations of nutrition in our academic pursuits, we will get to put that knowledge into practice in the kitchen. Covering culinary terms, cooking, meal planning and learning how to butcher and break down a whole chicken – this class is a mixture of old fashion home economics with a little modern homesteading thrown in.

In addition to cooking, we will cover first aid, basic automotive knowledge, gardening/sustainable agriculture, and hand sewing.

Everyone will complete a physical fitness assessment each semester and set health goals. For those desiring to complete the optional PE credit an exercise log will be kept daily and submitted each month.

Teacher: Angie Flesch

Biology:

1 Credit

With Lab

Masterbooks Master’s Class High School Biology is a 32-week, lab-based science course that gives students a solid, foundational study of life and living systems from a Christian, biblical worldview. It combines textbook lessons, hands-on labs, and scientific observation to help students understand how life works.

Students will learn the fundamental principles of biology, including cell structure and function, genetics, ecology, and the diversity of life. They will explore how organisms interact with each other and their environments and understand the interdependence of living systems.

Students will learn microscopy and laboratory skills, including using a light microscope and conducting dissections. They will develop scientific thinking through weekly labs, lab reports, and written assignments, building both analytical and communication skills. This course is structured to fulfill one full high school science credit, including the lab component, making it suitable for transcripts and graduation requirements.

Assigned chapter readings are completed outside of class. A weekly in-class quiz assesses comprehension of each chapter. Laboratory activities are conducted collaboratively during class time. All lab materials are provided. Cumulative assessments are administered after every four chapters.

Wednesday Tutorial Level HS Class Descriptions

For your High School Student(s), you can choose: full-day, morning only or afternoon only classes. For full-day classes, choose a morning block and an afternoon block.

Morning Block

9am-11:50am

Overview:

US History & Geography:

Bible:

English Comp:

Afternoon Block

12:30pm-2:30pm

Biology:

Wednesday Tutorial
Level HS Class Descriptions

For your High School Student(s), you can choose:
full-day, morning only or afternoon only classes.

For full-day classes, choose a morning block and an afternoon block.