This class offers a fresh and dynamic approach that goes beyond traditional art lessons. Students will explore fundamental concepts and techniques in art and design while learning to express their ideas creatively and confidently. Through collaborative projects that incorporate a variety of media and connect with other subjects, students will engage in diverse and innovative creative experiences. The course is designed to expand their perspectives, encourage imaginative thinking, and help each student discover and develop their unique artistic voice. All that’s required is an open mind and a willingness to explore.

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This is a financial literacy class for teenagers that is interactive, empowering, and practical, focusing on transforming abstract money concepts into real-world skills. For this age group, our goal is to foster a "money-wise" mindset, distinguishing needs from wants, and understanding the power of saving.

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In this engaging class, students will embark on a transformative journey from crafting strong paragraphs to composing well-structured three-paragraph essays. Through interactive lessons and hands-on activities, learners will explore the essential elements of essay writing, including thesis statements, topic sentences, supporting details, and effective conclusions. Students will participate in peer reviews and workshops that foster collaboration and constructive feedback, enabling them to refine their writing skills. The goal, by the end of the course, is to have each student able to confidently articulate their ideas in a cohesive essay format, setting a solid foundation for future writing endeavors. Students need to already know how to form a strong paragraph and be ready or almost ready for essay writing. There will be homework and access to a computer and Google account at home will be necessary. Students will have the use of computers/Chromebooks in class. ELA 2 prior to or with this class would be beneficial to the students and is strongly encouraged.

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This class will focus on learning and putting into practice the 6-step problem solving methodology of Future Problem Solving Program International. Students may choose to compete in the FPSPI competitions. The competition preparation team will meet separately as an after-class club; class enrollment is required to participate in the competition team. Competitions are for teams or individuals. THE will have competitors for middle and/or senior levels (based on age) in global issues and/or creative writing.

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In this class, students will read through and act out scripts. All of the same acting and characterization skills students would use for other theatre classes will still be required in this one. In using this strategy, students do not need to memorize their part. They need only to reread it several times and familiarize themselves with it, thus developing their fluency skills.

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This is a space for the students to independently do their work or have quiet time.

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This beginner Spanish class is designed especially for young homeschoolers ages 4–6. Through songs, games, stories, and fun activities, children will learn basic Spanish words and phrases like greetings, colors, numbers, animals, and everyday expressions. The class focuses on listening and speaking in a playful, low-pressure environment, helping kids build confidence while enjoying a new language. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to have fun and explore!

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In this course designed for middle-schoolers who might attend traditional high school or high-schoolers preparing for post-secondary education, lessons will focus on the skills necessary to succeed in those environments that are not typically required in homeschool environments. Topics will include traditional and visual note-taking, test prep, basics of oral presentation, annotated reading, group project participation, using G-suite, and researching.

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