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Money Masters: A Faithful Journey to Financial Wisdom​

Instructor: Mrs. Salebe

 

Class Description:

"Money Masters" is an 8-week financial education course designed for older children, built on Christian values, historical understanding, and practical wisdom. Students will explore the purpose of money, stewardship, and how to honor God through wise financial decisions. 

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This class emphasizes:

• Responsibility as caretakers of God's provision

• Gratitude for our blessings and opportunities

• Discipline in saving, spending, and giving

• Integrity in work and financial choices

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We will also explore how money and economic systems have shaped history- from ancient bartering to modern banking- and how Christian principles can help guide students toward a secure and generous life. ​

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Special Notes:

• There will be a $5 fee for this class.

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Syllabus:

Week 1- What is currency? What is a budget?
Week 2- Savings, debt, and credit 
Week 3- Borrowing money and financial institutions
Week 4- Reading pay stubs and understanding taxes
Week 5- Insurance and renting vs. owning
Week 6: Investing, stocks, and cryptocurrency
Week 7- Inflation and economic decisions
Week 8- How do I get paid? + Career Fair

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Lego Masters

Instructor: Mrs. Peterson

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Class Description:

In this team building class students will work together to complete fun and challenging LEGO tasks. Each week we will review facts about the LEGO brand, bricks and business.  Students will also use creativity and teamwork to solve themed and complex LEGO challenges.

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Special Notes:

• No homework

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Syllabus:

Week 1- Intro to the World of LEGO/Decoding LEGO messages/Speed Build

Week 2- Compound Word Creations

Week 3- Class Marble Maze

Week 4- Disaster Island

Week 5- Mirror Match Challenge

Week 6- “Telephone” Challenge

Week 7- Race Day!

Week 8- Lego Circus/Carnival

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Informal Logic with the Fallacy Detective

Instructor: Mrs. Carr

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Class Description

Why do we need to know about logic? Does it really apply to our daily lives? We’ll learn about critical thinking and logical
fallacies and how to recognize them, both in our own thinking and in the words of others. When we’re finished, you should be able to recognize bad reasoning and know why good reasoning is important in your own thoughts, words, and arguments, as well as in the larger world.​

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Special Notes:

• You do NOT need a copy of the book.

• Parents- I will probably be using some historic examples of propaganda, possibly from WWI or II, so there very well may be discussion of related history. Other current and past cultural/moral issues may come up, especially since the students will be bringing their own examples.

• Students- During class you will need to take notes in your class folder defining the various fallacies for your fallacy hunt and for yourself for the future.

• Homework: Each week you will look for at least one potential/possible/probable fallacy “in the wild” and you will need to take brief notes so you can present it to our class for discussion.

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Syllabus

Week 1 – Listening and Critical Thinking, Opposing Viewpoints
Week 2 – Avoiding the Question
Week 3 – Making Assumptions

Week 4 – Equivocations, Loaded Questions and Slippery Slopes
Week 5 – More Assumptions
Week 6 – Generalizations and Analogies
Week 7 – Propaganda
Week 8 – Propaganda, continued

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Tasty Treats - Oil Pastel Inspired Art by Thiebaud

Instructor: Mrs. Zoutendam

 

Class Description:

In this colorful and creative oil pastel class we will explore the sweet and stylized world of Wayne Thiebaud, known for his
playful paintings of cakes, pies and everyday treats. After studying examples of Thiebaud’s work, students will create their own desserts-themed artworks. Come and join us with a sweet tooth for creativity!

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Special Notes:

• $10/per student for art materials

• May bring “tasty treats” to class

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Intro to Oil Pastels
Week 2 – Donut
Week 3 – Pie
Week 4 – Cupcake
Week 5 – Ice cream
Week 6 – Cake
Week 7 – Lollipop
Week 8 – Finish art portfolio

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Study Skills

Instructor: Mrs. Duffy

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Class Description:

Have a big project due soon and don’t know where to begin? Have a test next week and you don’t know how to study? Learning doesn’t need to be stressful, in this class we will have fun and gain some skills to boost your confidence. Middle school is a great time to start working on study skills. In this class we will cover topics and skills that can carry over into any academic setting for high school and beyond. For example, students will learn about the importance of good note-taking, specific methods of taking notes and choosing the method/system that works best for them. They will also learn about long and short-term planning and how both are equally important and not mutually exclusive.

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Special Notes:

• Class does not include homework necessarily, but students will be encouraged to apply what they have learned to their other subjects.

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Keeping a Planner, Calendar, and/or Schedule. 

Week 2 – Organization, Checklists, and Setting the stage for good study habits. 

Week 3 – Note taking skills, graphic organizers, note cards, etc.

Week 4 – Test taking skills, becoming “test-wise”

Week 5 – Goals, short-term goals, long-term goals, SMART Goals

Week 6 – Reading skills, effective reading, skimming, main ideas, etc.

Week 7 – Memory tips, memory aids, mnemonics, and more. 

Week 8 – Preparing for a presentation

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Act Out!

Instructor: Mrs. Collins

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Class Description:

We will focus on playing, getting to know each other, and building trust through improv games. We will practice empathy, cooperation, collaboration, communication. Students will build confidence, play for the sake of play. We will engage in informal performances, build listening and observation skills, develop characters using voice, body, and imagination.

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Special Notes:

• No homework will be given. Students should have a positive attitude and be willing to giggle! Basic reading skills are ideal, but not required. Please reach out to Laurel Collins if there’s anything about your student that would be helpful to know.

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Improv basics

Week 2 – Customer Service

Week 3 – History Lesson

Week 4 – AB Scenes

Week 5 – Scenes From a Hat

Week 6 – Party Time

Week 7 – Short Skits

Week 8 – Class Choice