STEM CLASSES
SEASONAL STEAM
Grades 6-8
$25/month
Teacher: Paige Wheeler
Seasonal STEAM is an integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. Students will work in groups or partners to complete seasonal activities that are hands-on and exploratory to engage the teams to discuss, problem solve and create solutions. All activities will be hands on using provided seasonal resources. Supply fee: $30/semester
Farm & Garden
Grades 4-7
$25/month
Teacher: Paige Wheeler
Together we will experience the natural rhythms of farm life and the garden with hands on learning activities. We will explore nature's timeline with activities that support the seasons. Topics include , but are not limited, to ways to improve soil, healthy gardening through the seasons, starting seeds, dividing plants, exploring pollinators, seasonal food samples and incubating chicken eggs. Supply fee $30
Lego Building Challenge
Grades 2-6
$25/month
Teacher: Tiena Thacker
Calling all LEGO-maniacs and kids who enjoy being creative! Each week in class, students will have fun working to complete a LEGO challenge, based on a theme or idea. The students will be given a general description of what they need to complete, but it will be up to the student to add their own imaginative touches to their creation. As their skill levels increase, students will be challenged to use more advanced building skills and pieces, including constructing simple contraptions, coding and beginning robotics. Depending on the challenge, students will work independently, in pairs, or small teams. In addition to building, engineering, and creative skills, students will develop other important abilities such as problem-solving, following directions, communication, critical thinking, and teamwork. LEGOs (so many LEGOs!) are provided for students to use in class.
*Please note - If your child has previously taken one of my LEGO classes, new challenges, construction skills,
activities, coding and beginning robotics will be added this year to keep it interesting and exciting for returning
and new students alike!
Supply fee: $20/semester
Lego Creations & Contraptions
Grades 4-8
$25/month
Teacher: Tiena Thacker
Calling all LEGO-maniacs! Each week students will have fun as they work to complete a LEGO contraption, creation, or challenge. Some weeks students will be given instructions on how to construct a specific object or contraption designed to help develop engineering and building skills. Other weeks, students will be challenged to create their own builds based on a theme or idea. The students will be given a general description of what they need to complete, but it will be up to them to add their own imaginative touches to their creations. This class will also be working on some special LEGO projects like movie making using stop-motion animation, coding, and robotics. In addition to working on their designing, building, and problem-solving abilities, students will develop other important skills such as critical thinking, communication, conflict resolution, cooperation, and following directions. LEGOs (so many LEGOs!) are provided for students to use in class.
* Please note- If your child has previously taken one of my LEGO classes, new construction skills, contraptions,
challenges, and LEGO-based projects will be added this year to keep it interesting and exciting for returning
and new students alike!
Supply Fee: $25/semester
STEAM Lab
Grades 4-8
$25/month
Teacher: Tiena Thacker
STEAM lab integrates the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math into a class full of exciting experiments, activities, projects and challenges that will keep your child engaged and learning, all while having fun! One week we might build a bridge, then test it to see if it is structurally sound or learn how planes fly, then experiment with different types of materials to build our own planes. We might test various ingredients and colors to create our own paints and piece of art. Or we might design and construct a maze using code, then see if other groups can solve it.
STEAM lab promotes a love of learning, curiosity, critical thinking and creativity. It inspires students to explore, analyze, learn from their mistakes and try again as they work out solutions in a hands-on and open- ended learning approach. It will motivate and challenge them to make connections between concepts they are learning in the sciences, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics and how to apply them to real world problems.
Working in teams, students will hypothesize, strategize, investigate, create, and problem-solve to complete the activities each week, while also working on important skills such as communication, conflict resolution, cooperation, and following directions. In STEAM Lab, students will not only learn to think outside the box to solve problems but will feel empowered and excited about learning!
Project Based Learning Challenge
Grades 4-8
$25/month
Teacher: Tiena Thacker
When my kids were younger they loved putting on shows for us. Not only would they sing and dance, but they would spend hours setting up chairs, making tickets and programs, designing costumes, looking up songs, practicing dance moves, and making snacks to sell at intermission. What they didn’t realize at the time was that they were doing a beginning version of project-based learning! They still love project-based learning more than anything else we do! Project-based learning is a creative learning experience in which students collaborate with others to solve problems in a real-world situation. It makes learning exciting, relevant, and purposeful. Instead of just reading about a topic, students use multiple subjects, like math, science, engineering, art, social studies and writing, and other important skills like critical thinking, investigation, problem-solving, communication, cooperation, and imagination to work their way through a project challenge. Each project-based learning challenge lasts several weeks allowing students time to delve deep into a problem or situation and gain a better understanding of it.
For example, students might be challenged to create an amusement park. The students would design and plan the layout of the park, build a prototype of a ride, propose a budget, plan a food menu and develop a marketing campaign. They would research to see what type of rides are popular, what type of jobs would need to be filled, what foods work best at amusement parks, how things like weather and seasons might affect the park's attendance, then create solutions to each problem. Whether they're tasked with running a lemonade stand, designing a tiny house, managing a toy drive, or organizing an arctic adventure, project-based learning is a fantastic way to introduce your child to the behind-the-scenes aspect of the real world! Supply fee: $25/semester
Vet Science
Grades 3-6 and 6-9
$30/month
Teacher: Jenny Liedberg
This class will introduce students to the different breeds and species of animals. We will explore the animals' behaviors, basic needs and roles in our communities. Not only will we explore domestic animal and pets, but we will discuss livestock and some wildlife. Students will learn about the animals' body systems and how to provide basic care and monitor vital signs. There will be hands-on days where we will observe and study live animals. Supply Fee: $30/semester
Experimental Science
Grades 6-9
$25/month
Teacher: Billie Jo Fouts
Question - Experiment - knowledge
In this hands-on class, we will be exploring fundamental concepts basic to general chemistry, physics, and biology. These scientific truths give us glimpses of God’s creative hands. We will learn more about the Creator of all things by understanding more about his creation through science and experiments. New experiments will be tried each semester. Supply Fee: $30/year
Middle Grades Math Games: Preparing for Pre-Algebra
Grades 5-8
$25/month
Teacher: Carol Hill
This enrichment math class will help upper elementary and middle school students master the basics needed before beginning High School level math. Muggins Math is an excellent, award-winning series of Math games and will be used most weeks along with interactive notebooking to help build skills and confidence in mathematics. Both children who struggle and dislike math, and those who find it enjoyable, will benefit from this class. Each game has different levels so students will be able to play at the level in which they are ready and comfortable before moving on to the next level.
MUGGINS Math board games and manipulatives are educational and make learning fun!
These math games are built with wooden boards and marbles and are sure to challenge, build thinking skills, and increase self-confidence. Lessons include, but are not limited to, fractions, decimals, percents and basic geometry.
Supply Fee: $25/month
Pre-Algebra
Grades 7-10
$70/month
Teacher: Bea Marchette
Welcome to Pre-Algebra! This course is designed to set the foundations for more abstract concepts explored in upper high school mathematics. Using the Teaching Textbook curriculum, individualized tutoring and exploratory activities, we will explore topics covering local Pre-Algebra standards including operations and applications within the real number system, properties of exponents, solving single-variable equations and their applications, and operating with and factoring polynomials. Basic geometric and statistics topics will be covered as well, including area, volume, coordinate-based geometry, quantitative data analysis and probability.
The curriculum used is Teaching Textbook's Pre-Algebra. Students are expected to do approximately 4 lessons per week; a test about every one to two weeks; a mid-term; and final in class. Parents will need to purchase a one year subscription to the online program which will allow students to watch instructional videos at home and complete assignments. The online program provides students with the opportunity to review lessons at home; even if a particular problem isn't solved during class, the student still can see exactly how to solve it. Weekly class time is used for hands-on activities, an interactive lecture, and practice learning new concepts. Students will keep a math notebook and turn in some classwork for grades. Homework grades are self reported. Tests are completed at home and proctored by parents. Requirements: Teaching Textbook Pre-Algebra 4.0 online access (https://www.teachingtextbooks.com/pre-algebra-version4.html) A small $10 supply fee each semester covers printing and manipulatives used in class.
Not sure if your child is ready for Pre-Algebra? Take the Teaching Textbook placement test: https://www.teachingtextbooks.com/placement.
Algebra I
Grades 8-12
$70/month
Teacher: Bea Marchette
Welcome to Algebra! This course is explore patterns and skills discovered in previous math courses and applying them to more abstract concepts. Using the Teaching Textbook curriculum, individualized tutoring and exploratory activities, we will explore topics covering local Algebra standards including properties of exponents, polynomial operations, solving single-variable equations and it's applications, linear equations and graphs, quadratic equations and graphs, systems of equations, absolute value functions and equations as well as several geometric algebra applications and some statistics and probability topics.
The curriculum used is Teaching Textbook's Algebra I. Students are expected to do approximately 4 lessons per week; a test about every one to two weeks; a mid-term; and final in class. Parents will need to purchase a one year subscription to the online program which will allow students to watch instructional videos at home and complete assignments. The online program provides students with the opportunity to review lessons at home; even if a particular problem isn't solved during class, the student still can see exactly how to solve it. Weekly class time is used for hands-on activities, an interactive lecture, and practice learning new concepts. Students will keep a math notebook and turn in some classwork for grades. Homework grades are self reported. Tests are completed at home and proctored by parents. Requirements: Teaching Textbook Algebra I 4.0 online access (https://www.teachingtextbooks.com/algebra1-version4.html). A small $10 supply fee each semester covers printing and manipulatives used in class.
Not sure if your child is ready for Algebra I? Take the Teaching Textbook placement test: https://www.teachingtextbooks.com/placement.
Core Math
Grades 5-6
$35/month or included in MAP Tuition
Teacher: Jessica Ham
Monday Academic Program Math Class
This 45 minute Math class on Mondays will cover your child's core math for the year.
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5th Grade - Teaching Textbooks 5 (placement test)
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6th Grade - Teaching Textbooks 6 (placement test)
Class time will be used for instruction and experiments and at-home work will be assigned through Google Classrooms. Teachers will provide grades and feedback throughout the semester, and final grades will be issued in December and May. The schedule has been arranged to allow students to select the best math level for their current skills (for example: a 6th grader can easily do 5th grade math or 6th grade math). For determining the best placement for your student, please use the online placement tests. How well your child does on these placement tests will help determine if they are ready for that grade level in the curriculum.
Core Science - Middle Grades Life Science
Grades 5-6
$60/month or included in MAP Tuition
Teacher: TBD
Monday Academic Program Science Class
This 45 minute STEM class on Mondays will cover your child's core science for the year. Using God's Design for Life, students will learn about God’s amazing creations through the study of plants, animals, and the human body. In The World of Plants, students will discover the Creator’s handiwork as they study the beauty and intricacy of seeds, leaves, and flowers and explore trees, fungi, algae, unusual plants, moss, and more. When they study The Human Body, they'll learn that the human body is an incredibly complex and created wonder with intricate functions for each system. Finally, in The World of Animals, students will discover how each animal was designed by God to be unique, from cuddly mammals and slimy frogs to jellyfish, butterflies, and bacteria. Class time will be used for instruction and experiments and at-home work will be assigned through Google Classrooms. Teachers will provide grades and feedback throughout the semester, and final grades will be issues in December and May. Supply Fee: $30/semester
Textbook needed: God's Design for Life (Student Text)
Core Science: General Science
Grades 7-8
$70/month or included in MAP tuition
Teacher: Donna Brown
Monday Academic Program Science class
This 90 minute class will cover your child's core science for the year. In this course, students will be introduced to the scientific method as they apply it to the concepts studied in this class. Students will benefit from the experience of real labs and hands-on learning. Using Apologia's General Science curriculum, students will cover a variety of branches of science including astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, earth study, geology, paleontology, and environmental science modules giving students a solid foundation in that broad field of study. Class time is used for instruction and labs and at-home assignments are provided via Google Classrooms. All MAP science students will be expected to participate in the Compass Science Fair in the spring.
Supply Fee TBD
Textbook needed: Apologia's General Science
Core Science: Marine Biology
Grades 8-12
$70/month or included in MAP tuition
Teacher: Rhonda Smith
The oceans are an amazing ecosystem full of fascinating, even bizarre creatures with intriguing abilities. This interesting science course will cover these topics and more: Geography of the Oceans, Classifying Life in the Sea, Marine Plants and Animals, Marine Ecology, Coral Reefs, Ocean Resources and Effects of Humans of the Sea. The required textbook is Exploring Creation with Marine Biology, 2nd Edition, by Sherri Seligson. The book is written from a Christian world-view, it teaches that God designed the earth’s astonishing ecosystem for his glory and the needs of his creatures, and it is a crucially important science for Christians in our day to understand accurately. Students will be invited (but not required) to participate in one or more field trips during the school year that will enhance the learning experience and provide interesting first-hand glimpses into the life of marine plants and animals and their biology. The class will include a lab with activities such as microscope work, dissections, hands on experiments exploring ocean processes and more.
A previous biology class is a nice bonus, but not a requirement. This class can be used as a high school credit science class.
(If purchasing a used edition of the text, please make sure it is the 2nd edition that has a white background with one dolphin and a sea turtle on the cover.)
Supply Fee: TBD
Physical Science (Will be offered in 2024-2025)
Grades 8-9
$70/month or included in MAP tuition
Teacher: Donna Brown
Monday Academic Program Science class
This 90 minute class will cover your child's core science for the year. In this course, students will be introduced to the scientific method as they apply it to the concepts studied in this class. Students will benefit from the experience of real labs and hands-on learning. Using Science Shepherd's Fundamentals of Physics curriculum, students are introduced to the general study of physics as well as to specific topics such as the scientific method, standardized measurement and data collection, matter (solids, liquids, gases), kinetic energy and potential energy, forces, mechanical equilibrium, Newton’s laws of motion, gravity, waves, sound, light, color, and radioactive physics. The text concludes with a brief history of science and scientists through a biblical worldview, as well as providing readers with some of the applications of physics that support God’s creation of the universe. All MAP science students will be expected to participate in the Compass Science Fair in the spring. **For 8th grade students, this course can be used as a high school science credit**
Supply Fee TBD
Textbook needed: Fundamentals of Physics
LAGUAGE ARTS AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE
2023-2024 Classes for Students in Grades 6-8
Poetry and TeaTime
Grades 2-6
$25/month
Teacher: Alicia Holman
Each week students will gather to appreciate poetry over tea (or another yummy beverage). We will fellowship together while listening to short poems. Class time will include learning literary devices, memorization of short poems, and discussion of some of our favorite poetry. Collections of work will include poems of nature, silly poems, classics, and more. Students will have the opportunity to help host a tea party during the semester allowing them to exercise etiquette and tea time manners. Supply fee: $20/semester
Book Club
Grades 2-6
$25/month
Teacher: Tamara Tillman
In this class, we will read and discuss stories written on an upper elementary level. We will delve into a good book and have the sort of discussions that make the story more relatable to the reader. The class will include book club parties, games, food sampling and hands on activities. Students will gain a new appreciation for reading as they connect the stories to their lives.
Students will be responsible for reading the selected chapters at home and come to class ready to talk about them. Any media form is acceptable: E Readers, Audio and print. We will start the year by reading The Borrowers by Mary Norton. For returning students, I will not repeat the same books from the previous year. Supply Fee: $15/ semester
American Girl
Grades 2-6
$25/month
Teacher: Paige Wheeler
The American Girl class is the perfect place to dive into books that are historically accurate. Join us as we explore the world of an American Girl through exciting book discussions, fun activities, games and more. Weekly reading at home is encouraged each week with optional writing prompts. Classes will focus on the Meet books for Felicity, Josefina, Addy, Rebecca , Kitt and many more. Supply fee: $30/semester
Book Club
Grades 5-8
$25/month
Teacher: Tamara Tillman
In this class, we will read and discuss stories written on middle school level. We will delve into a good book and have the sort of discussions that make the story more relatable to the reader. The class will include book club parties, games, food sampling and hands on activities. Students will gain a new appreciation for reading as they connect the stories to their lives.
Students will be responsible for reading the selected chapters at home and come to class ready to talk about them. Any media form is acceptable: E Readers, Audio and print. We will start by reading Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbit. For returning students, I will not repeat the same books from the previous year. Supply Fee: $15/ semester
Myths & Legends
Grades 5-9
$25/month
Teacher: Tamara Tillman
Do you love Percy Jackson or Harry Potter or Bilbo Baggins? These imaginary characters all have one thing in common; their worlds were plucked from classical mythology. In this class, we will read the stories that have given us a collective imagination. We will discuss, create and taste varying parts of the stories we read. For example, when we read how Perseus defeats the Minotaur, we will build our own labyrinths. We will have class parties with foods that are mentioned in the stories or are typical of the culture involved.
We will cover Norse, Celtic, Greek, Egyptian, Indigenous and Roman myths. We will also read European, African, Asian and American legends. Depending on the length of the reading, students will be asked to read at home ahead of time some weeks. Other weeks, we will read a shorter tale in class. Supply Fee: $15/ semester
Intro to French
Grades 6-9
$25/month
Teacher: Sarah Craig
If you’re looking to take a serious first step into a new language and culture then this is your class! Get a solid understanding of the basic vocabulary and grammar of the French language as well as some simple, practical conversational skills. We’ll also take time each week to look at some of the many places around the world where French is spoken and learn about its history and influence on our own culture and language as well. This class will use a course book and have simple homework to be completed each week. Supply fee: TBD
Christ in the Classics: Literature Study
Grades 7-12
$25/month
Teacher: Sarah Craig
It can be argued that any honestly written book will reflect the truth of God regardless of the spiritual state of its author. The Creator is so involved with his creation and our need for him is so innate that it's impossible to escape his touch. Join us as we look through the last 300 years of English literature to find Christ and the truth of God's word in some unexpected places. We'll be looking at some of the most well known authors' short stories, essays, novels, and poetry for enduring themes and how they lead us back to God's word. Reading list TBD.
Creative Writing
Grades 7-12
$25/month
Teacher: Paula Riobo
If you are creative and have a mind filled with ideas, this is the class for you! We will explore all types of writing from poetry to short stories, and learn about literary concepts including alliteration, prose, metaphors, acrostics, personification, character development, plot, setting and so much more! Students will have the opportunity to develop their writing skills through weekly journals and producing a final collection of their works in two published, class books. Students who wish to
publish a book of their own will have that opportunity as well. Supply fee: $10/year
Journalism
Grades 8-12
$25/month
Teacher: Jessica Ham
Join us as we learn the different aspects of being a journalist. We will learn how to write a personal profile, what makes a good story, how to write a feature story, and all the other details that go into a newspaper. We will also create a monthly Compass Newsletter. We will also work on submitting articles to local newspapers. Supply Fee: $15
Spanish I
Grades 8-12
$65/month
Teacher: Rebekah Nunez
Monday / Wednesday Class!
This class will give students the foundation to use Spanish in everyday life as well as count as a high school foreign language credit. Students will develop practical language skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing through songs, games, videos, and real life practice scenarios. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to carry on basic conversations in Spanish covering time & date, weather, food, school, family, and their hobbies. Students will also receive grammar instruction on topics including verb conjugation, noun/adjective agreement, syntax, and other foundational concepts. I will assign students independent work to continue their learning on the days we do not meet. This class is offered for 45 minutes on Monday and 45 minutes on Wednesday in order to give students more frequency in listening and practicing speaking skills. Students MUST sign up for both Monday and Wednesday.
Required text: Prentice Hall – Realidades 1 **Spanish II will be offered 2024-2025 Supply Fee: $10/semester
Core Language Arts
Grades 5-6
$65/month
Teacher: Maureen Altman
Monday Academic Program Language Arts classes
This 90 minutes elementary English Language Arts courses will cover your child's core language arts for the year. In these classes, we will build strong reading comprehension strategies and develop grammar and editing skills which will be implemented into the rigorous writing lessons. Additionally, students will build foundational writing skills through informative, narrative, and persuasive writing compositions throughout the course. Literature will be chosen for its quality as literature as well as its connection to the historical times studied. At-home work will be assigned for students to complete during the week.
Core English
Grades 7-8
$70/month
Teacher: Maureen Altman
Monday Academic Program Language Arts classes
This 90 minute English Language Arts course will provide a strong foundation for 7th and 8th grade students as they prepare for the depth and rigor of high school English classes. The class will build on reading comprehension skills and grammar usage while digging deeper into literature and literary analysis. Literary works will represent a variety of times and cultures and give students the foundation to study various genres. For composition, strong paragraph writing will progress to strong essays as students demonstrate competency in a variety of writing genres: argumentative, informational/expository, and narrative. They will also engage in research, creative writing, and the writing process. Instruction in language conventions will occur within the context of reading, writing, and speaking. This class will cover the student's core English class for the year and can be counted as one high school credit for 9th graders. Literature will be chosen for its quality as literature as well as its connection to the historical times studied. At-home work will be assigned for students to complete during the week. Teachers will provide feedback and grades through the year and grade averages in December and May.
Countries and Cultures
Grades 4-7
$25/month
Teacher: Rebekah Nunez
Join us as we travel around the world, without ever stepping foot outside of Athens! In this fun and interactive class, students will learn geography as they explore countries from around the world. They will have the opportunity to experience many different cultures through hands-on activities such as music, games, and traditional foods, as well as arts and crafts. We will learn about the rich traditions of other cultures, as we explore different celebrations and holidays, traditional tales, inventions, and more! Supply fee: $15/semester
Monumental Moments in History
Grades 3-6
$25/month
Teacher: Paige Wheeler
Join us as we adventure back in time and explore monumental moments in history. We will begin our journey during the European Colonization, move chronologically to the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World War I, American Great Depression and World War II. These are just a few stops on our amazing journey. The class will have open discussions, hands on opportunities and food samples that may have been served during these great moments in history. Supply Fee $30
Apologetics with the 7Cs
Grades 3-7
$25/month
Teacher: Carol Hill
The Seven C’s of History: Helping children defend their faith (Grades 3-6) introduces the foundational events of biblical history in informative and memorable fun units: Creation, Corruption (the Fall of man), Catastrophe (Noah's Flood), Confusion (the Tower of Babel), Christ, Cross and Consummation (the new heavens and new Earth).
Each unit will be covered over the span of 3-4 weeks and will include Bible reading, songs, short videos, crafts, games and much more! We will dive deep into some of the hard questions that children ask and cover fun topics such as dinosaurs, the Ice Age, where languages originated and so much more!
Supply Fee: TBD
Georgia History
Grades 5-8
$25/month
Teacher: Jessica Ham
This Georgia History class will cover important facts and events about Georgia as well as learn more about famous Georgians and why they were important in history. This class can be used as a Social Studies credit for your middle school student. Supply Fee: $10
Apologetics
Grades 8-12
$25/month
Teacher: Paula Riobo
Have you ever found yourself not sure how to defend your faith? This class will discuss the “Why” behind Christianity, the legitimacy of scripture and the scientific arguments that allow students to understand their faith better. This is a discussion-based class with many topics that will give a deep understanding of what we believe. Required books- On Guard for Students by William Lane Craig and a Bible. Supply fee: $0/semester
Bible Journaling
Grades 7-12
$25/month
Teacher: Donna Brown
With Bible journaling, students will find a creative and fresh approach to the age-old discipline of Bible reading. With pen in hand, they will visually capture Scripture, meditate on God's Word and memorize the text. Each week will start with a specific bible verse. Students will then illustrate that verse in their bible- learning art techniques as they learn God's word.
Supplies needed: A journaling Bible. (many different versions available from Amazon starting at about $30). Supplies will be provided in class for each lesson and paid for through a supply fee. ($30 first semester, 2nd semester $20) Possible materials used - water color, brush pens, glue, vellum, stickers, washi tape, acrylic paints, etc.
Sociology
Grades 8-12
$25/month
Teacher: Allison Keeling
Sociology is centered on the behavior of people in groups, specifically how people relate to one another and influence each other’s behaviors. Topics include socialization, social interaction, social change, and collective behavior. A specific focus will be spent on understanding what culture is and how it impacts people. Students will be able to compare and contrast their daily lives, cultural norms, and their relationship with family and friends with that of other people from around the globe. Students will gain in understanding of culture and in awareness of perspective taking. Class will be primarily based in classroom activities and discussions. Occasionally a “flipped classroom” approach will be used where students do some reading or watch a video outside of class to introduce concepts, and class time is spent on activities to better understand and apply those concepts. Time outside of class should take no more than 1 hour per week. Supply Fee: $10
Core History
Grades 5-6, 7-8
$35/month
Teacher: Tiena Thacker
Monday Academic Program Social Studies class
This 45 minute class on Mondays will cover your child's core social studies for the year. Using Story of the World, Volume III, students will early Modern Times from the 1600s to the 1800s. Students will investigate the fascinating people and events from the conquest of the New World to the California Gold Rush of 1849. Map work and geography lessons will be included in relationship to the events studied. In-class activities will focus on comprehension and hands-on experiments, games, simulations, and more to keep everyone engaged in learning. At-home work will be assigned to be completed by the students will parents' assistance. For students who are not strong readers, parents are encouraged to read the chapters aloud at home or use the companion audio book for students to listen to while they follow along in the text. Teachers will provide feedback and grades throughout the semester, and final grades will be issued in December and May.
Students will need Story of the World Volume III and the student Activity Book
SOCIAL STUDIES AND BIBLE CLASSES
ART CLASSES
Internet Inspirations
Grades 3-8
$30/month
Teacher: Diane Stokowski
In this class week to week changes! With student input we decide what new trend (or old one) we would like to create. Some examples are paint pouring, resin art, sculpting, soap making and many more. If you ever found an art project on the internet or just like trying new things, this would be a great class. If you have taken my class in previous years, there will be many new projects to try. Supply Fee: $30
Drawing
Grades 3-8
$25/month
Teacher: Diane Stokowski
In this class we will be using a multitude of drawing mediums, including pencils, charcoal, ink and chalk pastels. Students will learn the art of shading, perspective, shadows, and how to draw what they see. Those with drawing experience will improve! Those with no drawing experience will begin to develop those skills necessary to take their drawings to the next level. We’ll also learn how to draw all sorts of objects, such as landscapes and animals. Supply Fee: $25
Sketch and Draw
Grades 3-8
$25/month
Teacher: Alicia Holman
In this class, students will learn to develop their skills for sketching and drawing. We will build upon art elements like lines, shape, texture and shading as they gain the building blocks necessary to develop and improve their drawing skills. Class will consist of warm up exercises which can be used even at home to practice and improve skills, then we will work on weekly guided drawing projects. Students will explore graphite, charcoal, ink, colored pencil and more. While students will work within the same subject area, students will be encouraged to make their pieces individual to take on more challenging concepts when their skill sets show readiness. Supply Fee: $25
Advanced Drawing
Grades 6-12
$25/month
Teacher: Diane Stokowski
You will be using drawing techniques that go beyond the basics to push your artistic skills to the next level. You will learn to refine your sketches into polished artwork. In regular drawing we go from one object to another. This class we may work on a drawing for multiple weeks perfecting our work. We will use pencils, chalk pastels, oil pastels, ink and charcoal. Supply Fee: $25
Painting
Grades 6-12
$30/month
Teacher: Diane Stokowski
If you love to paint or would like to try your hand at painting, this is the class for you! New and experienced painters will utilize all sorts of mediums, techniques, and styles of painting. This class is designed to teach new artists, and allow experienced painters to perfect their art. We will use acrylic, watercolor, oil, and experiment with other ways to paint. Supply fee: $35/semester
Art with the Masters
Grades 3-8
$25/month
Teacher: Billie Jo Fouts
Want to learn the most famous styles of art? From realism, impressionism, abstract, pop art and surrealism. Each segment the student will learn about master artists and how each changed art as we know it. After we discuss the artist, we will try to create our own masterpiece in the ways of the artist that popularized it. Some classes we’ll try to replicate the art using the tools of that time period. We will use all sorts of mediums, including paint, ink, pencils, charcoal, clay and watercolor. In the past we’ve focused mostly on early forms of art. This year we’ll focus more on the 19th century to the present. Supply fee $25
Sculpting
Grades 4-8, 8-12
$30/month
Teacher: Diane Stokowski
In this class, we will work on a variety of mediums to sculpt into various forms. Students will learn how to create slab-built pottery, pinch pots, and coil structures all out of earthenware clay. These will be fired in a kiln. Upon return; students will learn to paint and glaze pottery. Students will also create structures out of other sculpting materials such as paper mache, recycled materials, and much more. The supply fee is $35 per semester. Supply fee $35
Fine Arts
Grades 8-12
$25/month
Teacher: Diane Stokowski
In this class I’ll talk with the students and allow them to give input on the fine art they would like to work on. Then I will incorporate instruction to create a variety of projects. We will be creating many different art involving pencil, charcoal, ink, paint, clay, jewelry and mixed mediums. I’ll also challenge them with projects they never considered like working on an abstract painting, or drawing upside down. If you’ve taken this class in the past, you’ll perfect your work and if you’re new to art, you’ll learn many concepts in the world of visual art! Supply fee $25
Digital Illustration using the iPad Procreate App
Grades 8-12
$30/month
Teacher: Donna Brown
This course will give students a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of digital illustration using the Procreate app. They will learn the basics of making digital art use Procreate on iPad. Students will learn different digital art techniques and tools in every session and create a digital artwork. Students will also learn art terms and vocabularies throughout the projects as well as elements of art and principles of design.
Students must have : iPad, Apple Pencil, Procreate App (Procreate will not work on an android tablet).
Currently (Feb 2023) A 9th Generation iPad is $329 and the 1st generation Apple Pencil is $99. (New from the Apple Store). It might be possible to find a solution cheaper used. (Pervious versions of iPad that work with the Apple Pencil)
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211029. (Which iPads match with which generation of pencil. If it’s an iPad compatible with one of the pencils, then it will work for this class.)
Current cost of the Procreate App - $12.99
https://procreate.com/faq#supported (FAQ about Procreate - iPad support etc.)
Drama
Grades 4-7
$25/month
Teacher: Danielle Bailey Miller
Want to boost your child’s confidence and self expression? Explore acting in a fun, safe environment. This class will aid students in a variety of areas, including leadership, confidence, communication, public speaking, listening, and teamwork. Students will learn to harness their imagination and creativity through fun theatre games and exercises that teach character development, storytelling, expression, and ensemble building in a stress-free environment. These classes continually build on knowledge and skills learned in previous years, so returning students are always welcome and will have room to grow in their dramatic craft. Although we will give a fun presentation for the parents at the end of each semester, the focus will be more on skills and less on performance. Students will perform at the end of fall and spring semester. Students will need to bring a folder with pockets. Students/Parents are responsible for providing their own costumes. Supply fee: $10/semester
Acting 101: Character & Scene Study
Grades 6-10
$25/month
Teacher: Sarah Craig
If you’re interested in acting and would like to learn more about the process of creating a character then this is your class. We’ll focus on the tools needed to build a strong character as students rehearse individual scenes from a variety of plays ranging from comic and tragic. Students will have the opportunity to perform several different characters throughout each semester and will rehearse a scene with classmates to perform at each of Compass Community's family nights. The goal is to build both confidence and skill in performance as well as teach you how to be a great scene partner and work well with your fellow performers. Supply Fee: $10
Theatrical Production
Grades 7-12
$25/month
Teacher: Danielle Bailey Miller
This class will focus on the production process from start to finish: from auditions to production. Students will learn the basics of an audition process, the rehearsal process (performance side and the technical side), and the final production. The class will present 1-3 showings of a performance of a two-act play or one-act play (depending on the school’s calendar) that will be selected by the Director and/or an Acting Showcase. This class is open to anyone interested in acting or interested in the technical side of theatre. This class will build on concepts taught in previous years, so returning students will continue to develop their acting and production skills while learning new plays and scene work. Students will need to bring a 3 ring binder for the production class. Students/Parents are responsible for providing their own costumes. Please note, some outside of class rehearsal time will be required. Supply Fee: $15/semester
Ballet II
Grades 3-6
$30/month
Teacher: Heather Arnold
Come enjoy the excitement and beauty of classical ballet! This class will focus on ballet terminology and technique. Your child will have a clear understanding of body alignment, movement quality, carriage of upper body, and flexibility. This is a great class for a younger student who has taken ballet and is ready to progress in their dancing or an older beginner who is ready to learn quickly. The Ballet class will perform at the fall and spring Compass Family Nights. For weekly classes, ballet shoes are a MUST and tights and a leotard are recommended (please have the child wear them under their regular clothes for quick and easy changing at classtime). Supply fee: parents will be expected to purchase costumes in lieu of a supply fee (costumes prices will be approximately $50/semester, and the girls will get to keep their costumes).
Contemporary Dance with Ribbons
Grades 3-6, 5-8
$25/month
Teacher: Liberty Hill
In this class, students will get to express their creativity through contemporary dance with ribbons. We will learn many fun techniques and tricks that we will put into dances. In contemporary/ribbons we will learn different styles, including ribbons, ballet, and jazz. This class is a great introduction to different styles of dance, and students will perform at the fall and spring Compass Family Nights. Supply fee: parents will be expected to purchase costumes in lieu of a supply fee (costumes prices will be approximately $50/semester, and the girls will get to keep their costumes).
Show Choir
Grades 3-8
$25/month
Teacher: Wendy Oesterle
Sing and dance to fun popular music and Disney songs! Students will learn proper vocal techniques and dance steps. There will be opportunities for solos and student led choreography. Students will perform at the Compass Family Performance Nights and Performing Arts Festivals. Supply fee: $10/semester
Musical Theatre
Grades 7-12
$60/month
Teacher: Wendy Oesterle and Heather Arnold
This 90 minute class is shared between two teachers to provide the best instruction. Wendy Oesterle will provide the vocal training while Heather Arnold will teach the choreography. The vocal portion of the class will help students develop the vocal skills needed to participate in group and solo singing opportunities. Emphasis will be given to stylistic integrity, as well as melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic accuracy. For the dance portion of the class, students will develop dance and performance skills as they relate to musical theater dance style and using dance as a method of storytelling as it relates to musical theater.
This class will perform during the Fall and Spring semesters and will produce a full-scale show to be performed in the Spring.
Payments should be split monthly with $30 to Wendy Oesterle and $30 to Heather Arnold.
Chorus
Grades 6-12
$25/month
Teacher: Wendy Oesterle
Learn to sing harmony in a choral setting covering classical music, folk songs, hymns, popular music, and more. Proper choral technique and vocal technique will be taught along with basic music theory.
Piano Lessons
Grades 3-8
$40/month
Teacher: William Dennis
Piano Lessons will be offered as two private sessions per period (20 minutes each). Instruction will be customized to the students' level of knowledge and skill, so whether the students are brand new to reading music and playing an instrument or have a few years under their belt, these lessons will help the students progress in their piano playing skills. Students will be expected to practice at home throughout the week, so access to a piano or keyboard at home is essential. Students will not need to bring a keyboard to class - just their books and a desire to play! Students will be using the Faber Piano Adventure series books (level to be selected based on students' prior knowledge and skill). Supply fee: Piano book, typically around $10.
Scottish Country Dancing
Grades 7-12
$25/month
Teacher: Maureen Altman
Scottish country dancing is about three things: Structure – dances follow certain kinds of steps and patterns. Being social – you dance with a partner and interact with that person as well as others in your set of couples throughout the dance. Energy – the steps involve lots of skipping and hopping. As we learn to dance Scottish country style, the big emphasis of this class will be on fun, fitness and learning together. The only requirements are tennis shoes and a willingness to participate.
MUSIC & PERFORMING CLASSES
REACREATION CLASSES
Soccer Scrimmage
Grades 4-7
$25/month
Teacher: Kevin Kaes
In this class we plan on playing a lot of scrimmage games and doing few drills. At this age level, the kids usually have acquired the balance and coordination to play the game well, so I will focus on teaching passing strategy and how a team should work together to score goals, not solo. Supply Fee: $5/year
Soccer Drills & Scrimmage
Grades 8-12
$25/month
Teacher: Kevin Kaes
With the highschool soccer class, we will spend half of the class doing drills, and the other half scrimmaging. I want each student to become a better soccer player by doing a few simple drills, but I also want to make sure they are having fun and get plenty of time to play the game. The drills in this class will not be hard, so if a student is new to soccer, no worries, everyone will have a proper introduction to the sport. So some weeks we might scrimmage for the whole class. The goal in this class is to get better at soccer, be a team player, and most importantly have fun. Supply Fee: $5/year
Archery
Grades 3-8
$35/month
Teacher: Jenny Liedberg
This outdoor target archery class will introduce students to the terminology, equipment, and basic shooting techniques. Once students have achieved success with the basic shot process, we will add elements such as games, walking while shooting, shooting moving targets, and optional scoring competition. On inclement days, we will work together indoors reviewing with simple terminology quizzes, and practicing correct form and posture with exercises. This class will be conducted in a supportive and encouraging manner with an emphasis on safety, fun, and personal improvement rather than competition with others. Supply Fee: $15/semester Bow Fee: $35 (one time fee)
Archery
Grades 6-12
$35/month
Teacher: Jenny Liedberg
This outdoor target archery class will introduce students to the terminology, equipment, and basic shooting techniques. Once students have achieved success with the basic shot process, we will add elements such as games, walking while shooting, shooting moving targets, and optional scoring competition. On inclement days, we will work together indoors reviewing with simple terminology quizzes, and practicing correct form and posture with exercises. This class will be conducted in a supportive and encouraging manner with an emphasis on safety, fun, and personal improvement rather than competition with others. Students will use a class set of bows and arrows and are not required to bring them to class.
Supply Fee: $25/semester
Games
Grades 4-8 and 8-12
$15/month
Teacher: Maureen Altman
Learning can be fun, but sometimes we just need to take some time to play because ……. well, it just makes us happier humans. Come have fun, hang out with friends or friends-to-be and maybe learn a new game or two. Develop a habit of playing that will help you all through your life. Supply Fee: $10
Outdoor Rec
Grades 3-7
$15/month
Teacher: Holly McTavish
Students will enjoy both structured and unstructured play outside incorporating games, play equipment, and their own imagination!
Trivia
Grades 8-12
$25/month
Teacher: Allison Keeling
This Trivia Class is all about the most random and obscure facts – some helpful and useful, some just interesting and surprising! Class time will be filled with games, prizes, competition, and creativity. Students will participate in researching facts and information in class, presenting information to the class, and brainstorming topics of interest. Games played during class time will range from the stereo-typical Trivia Game structure to incorporating activities such as putt-putt, puzzles, skits, and anything else the students and instructor can design together. Goals for this class are for students to learn a wide range of information and to experience a wide range of approaches to learning and presenting information. Supply Fee: $10/semester
LIFE SKILLS
Cooking
Grades 3-8, 6-12
$35/month
Teacher: Paula Riobo
Are you ready to learn to cook? This class is designed to teach basic to advanced cooking skills, meal planning and preparation, kitchen safety and meal presentation. Students will utilize many different types of kitchen tools as they navigate from appetizer to desserts with plenty to taste along the way. Most foods will be made from scratch and will cover skills such as bread and pasta making, burgers, egg rolls, pies and packable lunch ideas. Knife skills and safety practices will be taught as well as safe handling practices. Students will complete this course with a full notebook including over 100 recipes that will practiced during the year. *New recipes and techniques will be taught, so the class is open to new and returning students. Supply Fee: $30/semester
Advanced Cooking - 90 minute class
Grades 6-12
$60/month
Teacher: Paula Riobo
This class will go beyond our traditional cooking class to allow more time to learn different techniques. Each week students will create a meal or a series of similar foods, learn how to pace the timing of the ingredients, and how to plate the meal in a way that is appealing and appetizing. And of course, they will also get to eat what they prepare. Students will have the opportunity to choose some of the items we prepare throughout the year.
Supply fee: $50/semester
Study Skills
Grades 7-12
$25/month
Teacher: Maureen Altman
So often we get so caught up in completing our assignments and meeting deadlines that we are not able to think through how we actually learn or consider what works best for us. We can get stressed, and stress builds up in our homes.
This class will look at scheduling, organization, notetaking, learning styles, prioritization, and avoiding procrastination (oh yes!). We will consider how these areas can be developed to help us now in our learning, and also identify the relevance in every aspect of our lives. We will make the connections of these skills and aptitudes into our future careers.
This class is equally relevant whether we are just starting high school or preparing for college.
(This class cannot be started in January)
Yearbook
Grades 8-12
TBD
Teacher: Kristy Dennis
In this course, students will develop skills related to graphic design and journalism while working to create the annual Compass yearbook. Topics covered will include elements and principles of design, journalistic writing, typography, and photography (as it relates to pictures for the yearbook). The yearbook class will work together to develop ideas, cover designs, and themes for the yearbook. Work will begin in the abstract (discussing concepts and practicing with sample pages) and move to the concrete (designing and creating the 2023-2024 Compass yearbook from start to finish).
Space is limited and application is required. If interested, contact Kristy Dennis at dennisfam2000 @ gmail. com
Leadership Development
Grades 8-10
$25/month
Teacher: Maureen Altman
We want our young people to grow up confident in who they are and how they can be positive influencers in their worlds. Leadership skills allow our young people to have control of their lives and the ability to make things happen. Leadership helps young people solve problems creatively, work in a team, and work collaboratively with others. Leadership gives young people many opportunities to develop responsibility. This class will start to teach these skills through discussion, practical exercises and leading events within the Compass Community. This class is for students in 7-10th who are already taking some level of responsibility for themselves and are ready to take the next step. This class may also be appropriate for older students who would like to participate in the Student Council but have no experience of leadership at this point.
Rising Responders - 1st Aid & CPR
Grades 6-8
$35/month
Teacher: Elena Ledon
Taught by a retired firefighter/paramedic, this class will train and inform the children on how to utilize common first aid and CPR in their daily lives. Students will learn how to safely respond in an emergency situation in a helpful manner. We will cover basic anatomy and use several hands-on activities to learn necessary skills. The class will heavily cover first aid techniques including splinting, bandaging, CPR, and much more. The children will gain the knowledge and the confidence to recognize when and how to safely act in multiple emergency scenarios. FYI for those with sensitive hearts - there will be discussions and images of injuries.