A Homeschool Enrichment Program in Oconee County, GA
SCIENCE CLASSES
APOLOGIA ASTRONOMY
Grade Range: 3rd-6th
Instructor Name: Marie Nimmons
Contact Information: marieelizabeth25@yahoo.com
Class Description: Let’s learn about God’s universe! From gas giants and moon phases to satellites and the Space Race, this class will venture from rockets all the way to Pluto! Students will learn about astronaut life, gravity, and stars. Each class will cover pertinent information using various methods of delivery. Hands-on models, graphic organizers, and other tangible creations will make this class engaging. Students will keep a structured 3 ring binder.
Monthly Tuition: $35
Supply Fee: $35
Homework Required? Students will need to complete unfinished assignments from class. Additional assignments are offered and recommended but not required. .
Required Text: Apologia Astronomy Young Explorers Series (textbook only)
APOLOGIA BIOLOGY
Grade Range: Advanced 8th-12th
Instructor Name: Stephanie Walsh
Contact Information: wi2chi@gmail.com
Class Description: Exploring Creation with Biology is a college-prep biology course that provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology. Every class will include module review, discussion, lab and an assessment. Students will need access to Google Classroom for tests, quizzes, grades, and discussion prompts. This is a class period + 30 minute lab, that is offered from 2:00-3:20.
Monthly Tuition: $50
Supply Fee: Fall: $ 100 Spring: $65
**Supply fees for this class are based on estimated student enrollment and account for labs. Based on enrollment numbers, fees may be reduced by May 1st.
Homework Required? Yes. 3+ hours a week
Required Text: Exploring Creation with Biology, 3rd Edition by Dincher, ISBN 9781946506450
Student Workbook: Exploring Creation with Biology, 3rd Edition ISBN-13: 9781946506481
FARM TO TABLE
Grade Range: 1st-5th
Instructor Name: Marie Nimmons
Contact Information: marieelizabeth25@yahoo.com
Class Description:
Where does our food come from? How is it raised, grown, processed, and delivered to our grocery stores? How has food production changed over time? What does GMO and organic mean? These are just some questions that will be explored in class. From seeds to corn, chicks to eggs, and calves to beef, students will learn terms like pasteurization, horticulture, fertilizer, and pesticides. We will discuss soil composition and the food chain. Farm to Table is a practical class that merges real science with the food we eat every day!
Monthly Tuition: $35
Supply Fee: $35
Homework Required? No. Suggested videos, activities, or reading may be completed.
Required Text: 3-ring binder (1/2 or 1 inch)
FINS, FEATHERS & FUR
Grade Range: K-2nd
Instructor Name: Chelsea Snell
Contact Information: csnell812@gmail.com
Class Description: Join us for a year of exploring God’s creatures big and small! From paws and claws to fins, feathers, and fur; we’ll have fun learning about many different animals, their classification, and habitats. Stories, activities, and games will help our wonder and curiosity soar as we grow in our knowledge and love for the magnificent creatures that share our planet!
Monthly Tuition: $35
Supply Fee: $30
Homework Required? No
Required Text: None
EXPLORING CREATION WITH CHEMISTRY & PHYSICS
Grade Range: 6th-7th (advanced 5th graders welcome)
Instructor Name: Amy Higgins
Contact Information: higgins1528@gmail.com
Class Description: Buckle up! In this class students will venture into how the universe functions through this exploration of matter and energy; lessons cover atoms and molecules, pH levels, types of mixtures, mechanics, laws of motion, dynamics of motion, energy, waves, light, machines, magnets, and more. Class time includes a short lesson, hands on activities, experiments, and written activities to reinforce the weekly lesson.
Monthly Tuition: $35
Supply Fee: $35 per term
Homework Required? Yes. Students are required to complete the reading and written homework- allow 30 minutes - 2 to 3 days per week to complete. We will cover 1 lesson every two weeks.
Required Text: Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics -9781935495987 (textbook) AND Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics Notebooking Journal -9781940110059 (notebooking journal) *Please do not purchase the Jr. Notebooking Journal
EXPLORING CREATION WITH EARTH SCIENCE
Grade Range: 4th-6th
Instructor Name: Amy Higgins
Contact Information: higgins1528@gmail.com
Class Description: Let's learn about our home planet - and how we're loved by a God who created everything to work together to make life possible! Students will study clouds, dirt, the atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere and other topics . . . including why our planet is the only known planet with life! These engaging lessons will help science become a means to discovering their earth, world, and home. Class time includes a short lesson, hands on activities, experiments & written activities to reinforce the weekly lesson. We will cover 1 lesson every two weeks.
Monthly Tuition: $35
Supply Fee: $35 per term
Homework Required? Yes, Students are required to complete the reading and written homework- allow 30 minutes - 2 to 3 days per week to complete.
Required Text: Exploring Creation with Earth Science Textbook -9781946506726 AND Exploring Creation Notebooking Journal - 9781946506733 Please do not purchase the Jr. Notebooking Journal
EXPLORING CREATION WITH GENERAL SCIENCE LAB
Grade Range: 7th-8th
Instructor Name: Amy Higgins
Contact Information: higgins1528@gmail.com
Class Description: Students will learn to see God's hand in all of life as they learn about the world He made; they will also read testimonies from modern-day scientists who interpret data through a Christian worldview. We will study a wide range of topics including the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, geology, archaeology, biology, and more, with a large focus on Earth Science. Class time will consist of a very brief overview of the experiment/lab concepts we will perform each week along with the hands-on experiments and activities giving students practical experience as they discover the principles behind science and learn how to record and report data.
Homework: Yes. A work schedule will be offered for students to follow along as they complete the reading and written textbook assignments on their own at home. This is a lab class only. Allow for 2-3 days of homework- 1 hour each day. (Students are required to complete home assignments in accordance with our lab class schedule.)
Monthly Tuition: $35
Supply Fee: $35 per term
Required Text: Exploring Creation with General Science 3rd Ed. ISBN 9781946506573 AND Student Notebook ISBN 9781946506306
NATURE BUDDIES Jr.
Grade Range: PK-K (*students must be potty trained)
Instructor Name: Suzanne McDaniel
Contact Information: sue0626@gmail.com
Class Description: Let’s observe and explore all of the wonders God has created for us in nature. We will enjoy nature themed children’s literature and crafts to study, explore, and protect nature.
Monthly Tuition: $30
Supply Fee: $35
Homework Required? No
Required Text: None
NATURE BUDDIES
Grade Range: 1-3
Instructor Name: Suzanne McDaniel
Contact Information: sue0626@gmail.com
Class Description: Let’s observe and explore all of the wonders God has created for us in nature. We will enjoy nature themed children’s literature and crafts to study, explore, and protect nature.
Monthly Tuition: $30
Supply Fee: $35
Homework Required? No
Required Text: None
S.T.E.M.
Grade Range: 4th-8th
Instructor Name: Ashlee Sikes
Contact Information: ashlee0419@gmail.com
Class Description: Hands-on class where students gain an understanding of science, technology, engineering, & math while doing projects & conducting experiments. Through weekly activities, we’ll broaden students’ critical thinking skills, as well as experience in the STEM fields. Uses the scientific method & the engineering design method.
Monthly Tuition: $35
Supply Fee: $30
Homework Required: No
Required Text: None
