Songs and Movement

Instructor: Mrs. Zoutendam

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Class Description:

Join us for a playful music class filled with classic preschool songs like We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, I’m a Little Teapot, and If You’re Happy and You Know It. Children sing, act out motions, and use their imagination as they move, clap, stomp, and pretend their way through each song. A fun, active class perfect for little ones who love music and movement! Between songs, we will read related books and learn basic rhythms.

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Special Notes:

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Syllabus:

Week 1: We’re Going on a Bear Hunt/ I’m a Little Teapot

Week 2: Jesus Loves Me/ If You’re Happy and You Know It

Week 3: Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes/ Itsy Bitsy Spider 

Week 4: I’ve Got The Joy Down In My Heart / The Wheels On The Bus 

Week 5: This Little Light of Mine/ Row Row Row Your Boat 

Week 6: Ring Around The Rosie/ Old McDonald 

Week 7: He’s Got The Whole World/ Open Shut Them 

Week 8: Song and movement practice for stage performance.

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Free Play

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Class Description:

Students will enjoy a time of free play and a gluten free snack provided by LEAP.

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Storybook Chefs

Instructor: Mrs. Courtis

 

Class Description:

 

Step into a world where stories come to life — and you can taste them, too! Each week, children will enjoy a beloved picture book and prepare a simple, story-inspired snack together. The children will practice basic cooking skills, explore real ingredients, and discover how food connects to stories. 

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Special Notes:

• None

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Syllabus:

Week 1: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Week 2: Applesauce Day

Week 3: Chocolate Cake

Week 4: Roy digs dirt

Week 5: Jamberry

Week 6: Pancakes, Pancakes!

Week 7: Pete’s a Pizza

Week 8: The Little Red Hen

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Little Knights

Instructor: Mrs. Bishop

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Class Description:

Welcome to the round (rectangle) table where we will learn all about the armor of God from Ephesians 6:11.  Each week we will add a new piece of armor to our arsenal, learn about its importance, and play an active game.  We will have fun indeed… “I give you my word!”

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Special Notes:

• None

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Knight Orientation

Week 2: Helmet of Salvation

Week 3: Breastplate of Righteousness

Week 4: Belt of Truth

Week 5: Shoes of the Gospel of Peace

Week 6: Shield of Faith

Week 7: Sword of the Spirit

Week 8: Knight Tournament

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Created to Create: Watercolor Art 

Instructor: Mrs. Woodrow

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Class Description:

This class is a gentle, hands-on watercolor art class designed for young children. Students will explore basic watercolor techniques, color mixing, and creative expression in a relaxed and encouraging environment. Throughout the class, children will be reminded that they are created in God’s image and that creativity is a gift from Him (Genesis 1:27). Each week will include a simple, age-appropriate faith connection that points to God as our Creator while allowing students plenty of freedom to create and enjoy the process of art. The focus of this class is confidence, creativity, and having fun — not perfection.

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Special Notes:

• This is a process-based, child-led art class. No prior art experience is needed. Students should wear clothes appropriate for painting. All supplies will be provided.

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Syllabus:

Week 1: God the Creator

Introduction to watercolor paints and brushes. Free painting while learning that God is our Creator (Genesis 1:1).

 

Week 2: Colors in God’s World

Exploring primary colors and simple color mixing. Painting inspired by nature and God’s creation (Psalm 19:1).

 

Week 3: Light and Dark

Learning about light and dark colors and how they work together. Painting skies, water, or abstract art (1 John 1:5).

 

Week 4: Shapes and Simple Designs

Using basic shapes to create pictures and build confidence in art (Psalm 127:1).

 

Week 5: Texture and Movement

Experimenting with wet-on-wet techniques and movement in watercolor (Job 12:7–10).

 

Week 6: Beauty in Creation

Painting animals, flowers, or landscapes while discussing the beauty God placed in the world (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

 

Week 7: Creative Expression

Students choose their own subject and style, focusing on personal creativity and effort (Colossians 3:23).

 

Week 8: Celebration of Creativity

Final artwork and optional sharing time, celebrating creativity as a gift from God.

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Who Pooped in the Park? A Wild Adventure Through America’s National Parks

Instructor: Mrs. Martin

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Class Description: 

Join us for an exciting journey across the United States as we explore some of our most treasured National Parks! Students will get to know eight remarkable parks while investigating the scat and tracks of the animals that call each one home. Using the book Who Pooped in the Park? as our guide, we’ll uncover fun facts about wildlife and deepen our understanding of each park’s unique geography and topography. Along the way, students will see just how diverse the terrain, ecology, and wildlife are across the many landscapes of our beautiful country. Students will complete their own curated notebook highlighting every park we study, complete with an animal profile showcasing one creature from each park.

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Special notes:

• Mrs. Martin will send along optional book suggestions and videos if your child(ren) want to learn more about each of the parks.

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Introduction to our National Parks & Acadia National Park

Week 2 – Shenandoah National Park

Week 3 – Great Smoky Mountains

Week 4 – Rocky Mountain National Park

Week 5 – Yellowstone National Park

Week 6 – Olympic National Park

Week 7 – Yosemite National Park

Week 8 – Grand Canyon National Park

 

 

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All About Snakes

Instructor: Mrs. Carr

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Class Description:

Snakes are fascinating. They come in all colors and shapes and live in so many places in our world. We encounter them in the Bible, mythology and literature. We’ll have fun learning about snake characteristics, geography and habitats, and do a lap book and crafts as we learn about some of the many surprisingly varied snakes in the world.

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Special notes:

• Students should expect to encounter snake pictures and videos, possibly including snakes eating. We will also be reading Rikki Tikki Tavi, which can be suspenseful.

 

Syllabus:

Week 1: What are snakes? Classification, Reptiles vs. Amphibians

Week 2: All colors, shapes and sizes

Week 3: Anatomy

Week 4: Life cycle

Week 5: Snake Senses and Movement

Week 6: Molting

Week 7: Predators and Prey

Week 8: Defense

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Foundations of Social Skills

Instructor: Mrs. Slaffey

 

Class description:

Welcome to the Foundations of social skills class. In this class, students will learn about the basic do’s and don’ts of social skills and etiquette. They will learn about the importance of communication and communicating with confidence. We will explore the significance of active listening skills and how it can improve one’s social skills. We will discuss how Jesus wants to be a part of our everyday lives when it comes to socializing, listening, and connecting with others. Lastly, they will be given lots of opportunities to talk, engage, and interact with other students in the classroom, to put the skills and tools they will be learning into practice.

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Special notes:

• This course will have some light homework in preparation for weekly class presentations. Topics for presentations will be given by the teacher weekly. Some biblical scriptures will be given and reviewed throughout the course, so students recognize that communication and socialization is a gift from God- meaning He is in the midst of it all. This is a very interactive class with lots of talking with classmates and some group activities during class.

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Introduction to class - What are social skills

Week 2: What does the Bible say about our social skills, listening skills, and communication skills

Week 3: The Dos and Don’ts for social skills and etiquette

Week 4: Building up your confidence- Boosters and Zappers

Week 5: Socialization is everywhere-The art of small talk and active listening

Week 6: Practicing Social Situations (putting the skills and tools we’ve learned into practice)

Week 7: How to handle rejection and when things don’t go as planned

Week 8: Working on closing presentations for end of Spring Semester Celebration

 

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Art

Instructor: Miss Tiffany

 

Class Description:

Join us for a fun, hands-on art class where students will learn about a different famous artist each week and then create an art project inspired by that artist’s unique style. We will explore painting, drawing, collage, and more while building confidence, creativity, and an appreciation for great art. Each class includes a short kid-friendly artist introduction, a guided demonstration, and a completed project students will proudly take home.

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Special notes:

• Aprons or paint shirts recommended. 

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Syllabus:

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Week 1: Vincent van Gogh

Week 2: Henri Matisse

Week 3: Piet Mondrian

Week 4: Georgia O’Keefe 

Week 5: Leonardo da Vinci

Week 6: Pablo Picasso

Week 7: Yayoi Kusama

Week 8: Claude Monet

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Move, Play, and Grow

Instructor: Mr. Keaton

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Class Description:

This curriculum is designed to promote fundamental movement skills, teamwork, and a love for physical activity among young children. Each week features fun, interactive lessons aligned with SHAPE America standards, emphasizing balance, coordination, rhythm, and cooperation.

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Special notes:

• None

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Getting Moving!

   Focus: Locomotor skills (running, hopping, skipping, galloping)

Week 2 – Balance and Body Control

   Focus: Balance and coordination

Week 3 – Throwing and Catching

   Focus: Hand–eye coordination

Week 4 – Kicking and Rolling

   Focus: Foot–eye coordination

Week 5 – Rhythm and Dance

   Focus: Timing, rhythm, and self-expression

Week 6 – Teamwork and Cooperation

   Focus: Working with others

Week 7 – Fitness Fun

   Focus: Endurance, strength, and flexibility

Week 8 – Field Day Celebration

   Focus: Applying all learned skills in fun games

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Pinata Party!

Instructor: Mrs. Little

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Class Description:

In this class, we will dive into the vibrant world of piñatas, learning their fascinating history and traditions before rolling up our sleeves to create our very own. We will sketch designs and build a piñata step by step using paper mâché and decorations, turning simple materials into something truly exciting. Along the way, we will explore cultural stories, express creativity, and end the semester with each student's very own pinata! 

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Special notes:​

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Introduction to piñatas—what they are, where we see them, and why they’re so fun.
Week 2: Exploring where piñatas came from and how they traveled through different cultures.
Week 3: Learning about traditional piñatas and the stories and meanings behind their shapes.
Week 4: Looking at modern piñatas today and brainstorming ideas for our own designs.
Week 5: Planning and sketching piñata designs and choosing colors, shapes, and themes.
Week 6: Building the piñatas using paper mâché and learning how layers work.
Week 7: Decorating and adding details to bring each piñata to life.
Week 8: Finishing touches, sharing creations, and celebrating all the hard work and creativity.  

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Introduction to Matter & Energy

Instructor: Mrs. Ho

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Class Description:

We will explore the fundamental properties of matter and the nature of energy, their interactions, and the laws governing their conservation and transformation. We will conduct hands-on activities/ experiments along with teacher demos.

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Special Notes:

• This is a more conceptual class where we will explore the how and why behind mathematical ideals/ relationships in physics and chemistry, math will still be used. 

• There will be some math involved when it comes to measuring, graphing and a limited introduction of simple formulas.

• For example, when calculating density, we can frame it as “density being how much mass is in a specific space”, but it would be better if kids can understand the concept of division so that the formula density= mass/ volume can be used as a reinforcement.

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Syllabus:

Week 1: What is Matter? States of Matter

Week 2: Measuring Matter 

Week 3: Properties of Matter: Chemical Vs. Physical Properties  

Week 4: All Mixed Up: Solutions and Mixtures 

Week 5: What is Energy? Kinetic vs. Potential Energy

Week 6: Exploring Different Forms of Energy

Week 7: Energy Changes Matter (Endothermic vs Exothermic)

Week 8: Energy Changes Form (Conservation of Matter)

 

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No Bake Dessert

Instructor: Mrs. Waldron​

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Class Description:

Did you know that you can make desserts without using an oven? There are so many options! Students will make a new dessert each week. They will learn math skills by using measuring spoons and cups, art skills of how to make a good presentation, vocabulary skills learning about kitchen tools, and some science skills in mixing solids and liquids to make yummy deliciousness! They will also be able to sample their creations by the end of the LEAP day! *The order or recipes listed in the syllabus is subject to change.* There will be only no nut recipes.

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Special Notes:

• Class will include no homework.

• An extra supply fee of $10.

• Possibly left overs to take home.

• There will be only no nut recipes.

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Red Velvet Mug Cake

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a34253269/red-velvet-mug-cake/

 

Week 2 – Potato Chip Rice Krispie Treat 

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a63634715/potato-chip-rice-krispie-treats-recipe/

 

Week 3 – Oreo Fudge

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a63095420/oreo-fudge-recipe/

 

Week 4 – Chocolate Mousse

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a38519303/chocolate-mousse-recipe/

 

Week 5 – Key Lime Pie Cereal Treats

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a60651977/key-lime-pie-cereal-treats-recipe/

 

Week 6 – Edible Cookie Dough

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a36211422/edible-cookie-dough/

 

Week 7 – Lemon White Chocolate Truffles

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a60651447/lemon-white-chocolate-truffles-recipe/

 

Week 8 – Chocolate Bark

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a103908/how-to-make-chocolate-bark/

 

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Song School Latin 1 (Part 2)

Instructor: Mrs. Davis​

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Class Description:

Get ready for a fun adventure with Song School Latin Book 1. In this class, you’ll learn Latin words and phrases through catchy songs, silly chants, and fun activities. We’ll be introduced to friendly characters and Roman culture while learning to speak Latin like ancient kids. Whether you're curious about how words work or just love music and games, this class will have you learning and loving Latin!

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Special Notes:

• This class is a continuation from the Fall 2025 semester.

• No additional supply fee will be due this semester.

• The optional, online/streaming supplement (games, videos, and lapbooks) is available to our group at a 75% discount ($6/family for one-year subscription).

• Class will include some homework and parental involvement.

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Review & Christmas Words

Week 2 – Body & Face

Week 3 – Food Words

Week 4 – Weather & Seasons

Week 5 – The Sky & Water Words

Week 6 – Gardening

Week 7 – Outdoor Play

Week 8 – Review

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Beginner Spanish

Instructor: Mrs. Estevez

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Class Description:

In our class we will be learning: greetings, basic nouns (colors, numbers, family, school, food), simple verbs (ser/estar, tener, gustar), and basic sentence structure (I like…, My name is…, I have…). This will give a foundation for meaningful output, quickly.

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Kids learn best when Spanish is not just from textbooks + worksheets, but also the use of flashcards, pictures, songs, videos, gestures, labeling the classroom in Spanish, and repeated exposure. Everyday objects reinforce vocabulary. Each week we will re-visit previously learned vocabulary/concepts through games, songs, and review; while adding small amounts of new material. This helps retention and builds confidence.

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Even at a beginner level, exposing students to songs, simple stories, and cultural references (holidays, daily life, family, school, home) makes language learning richer and more meaningful.

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We will have students speak, draw, act, write (simple sentences), label, and play games. Peer games and group work boost confidence, especially for young learners.

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Special Notes:

• Every week I will email parents with homework of videos links from YouTube and some read aloud books covering subjects covered in class so students can practice what they have learned.

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Greetings,  Alphabet and numbers; Vowels A,E,I,O,U

Week 2: colors, classroom objects; Vowels: easy consonant B, C (soft), D, F, G (soft)

Week 3: Family & Descriptions ( Ser/ tener); Vowels: strong consonant K, L, M, N, P, S, T

Week 4: Food & ( “me gusta / no me gusta”); Vowels: Spanish Specific sounds Ñ, J, R (soft)

Week 5: Animals & Verbs (Caminar, Correr Saltar); Vowels: strong hard sounds C (hard), G (hard), R (rolled)

Week 6: Weather and Clothing; Vowels: multi letters sounds CH, LL, RR, GU, QU

Week 7: Places in town & simple directions; Vowels: remaining letters + Review H, Y, V, W, X, Z
Week 8: Review + Final project; Project: “All About me” mini-poster

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Healthy Bodies, Active Minds 

Instructor: Mrs. Molina​

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Class Description

This Health and Physical Education class combines short health lessons with fun, structured physical activity. Students learn about nutrition, exercise, hygiene, emotions, teamwork, and safety while moving every class. Activities are engaging, and adaptable for all ability levels.

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Special Notes:

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Syllabus

Week 1: What it means to be healthy

Week 2: Our bodies & exercise

Week 3: Food as fuel

Week 4: Hygiene, sleep & hydration

Week 5: Feelings & movement

Week 6: Teamwork & sportsmanship

Week 7: Safety & body awareness

Week 8: Healthy habits review

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“Anne of Green Gables” Book Club

Instructor: Mrs. Esbrandt

 

Class Description: 

In the “Anne of Green Gables” Book Club Class, we will discuss and explore the plot, characters, settings, time frame, themes and lessons of this beloved classic by L.M. Montgomery. While there will be some paper and pencil work, this class will be a hands-on experience with crafts and activities.

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Special Notes:

• Students should have a copy of “Anne of Green Gables” and should begin to read the story prior to the start of the LEAP Spring Semester. There will be homework assignments including reading and answering comprehension questions in order to make the best use of class time. Homework will not be “checked off” for completion, but it is ideal to complete so class participation can be thorough and enjoyable. 

• Class Fee: $10/student

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Book Overview: Plot, Settings, Characters 

Week 2 – The Victorian Era + Bake Cookies 

Week 3 – Chapters 1-8- Anne Comes to Green Gables + Anne Paper Doll Activity 

Week 4 – Chapters 9-23- Anne’s Life Begins in Avonlea + Anne’s Emotions Wheel Activity + Vocabulary Cards 

Week 5 – Chapters 24-38- Anne Grows Up + Lake of Shining Waters Activity

Week 6 – Explore Anne Quotes + Write Like Anne!

Week 7 – In-Depth Character Sheets + Nature Journal + Bookmark

Week 8 – Friendship Bracelets, Thaumatropes and Share Favorite Passage(s)

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Cartoon Art

Instructor: Mrs. Hawes

 

Class Description:

Every class, students will create a new piece of cartoon artwork. We will watch a Youtube video to draw a specific cartoon. This means we will do a draft in pencil first, then a final in marker. Finally, we will add unique, fun hand lettering to each piece to finish it. The students will get to vote on what cartoons they are interested in drawing. This is an art class where we will mostly use markers.

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Special Notes:

• None

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Snowball, voting on subsequent projects
Week 2-8: Determined by the class.

 

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Chess for Beginners

Instructor: Mr. Hammon

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Class Description:

This class is designed to teach students the fundamentals of chess. Students will learn how each piece moves, how the board is set up, and basic strategies for playing through all phases of the game. Each class session will begin with a lesson for the day and conclude with students playing at least one full game of chess with a classmate.

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Special Notes:

• Students must be willing to participate actively and engage in learning the game. They are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship by winning humbly and losing graciously.

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Chess Basics and Rules

Week 2: Opening Principles

Week 3: Middlegame Fundamentals

Week 4: Endgame Fundamentals

Week 5: Tactics and Special Rules

Week 6: Blunders, Defense, and Board Vision

Week 7: Common Checkmate Patterns and Mini Games

Week 8: Review, Tournament Play, and Sportsmanship

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Detective Science

Instructor: Mrs. Davidson

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Class Description

This is an introductory class to the field of forensics. Each week, students will engage in a hands-on lab that will have them thinking like detectives–using critical thinking skills to observe, analyze and classify information gathered from tests and techniques learned in class.​

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Special Notes:

• $5.00 fee will be needed to help cover the cost of lab supplies and materials. 

• There may be a possible class field trip at the end of the semester. More information to come!

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Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction: What is Forensics? Observation vs. Inference

Week 2: Fingerprint lab

Week 3: Microscope lab - Hair & Fiber analysis

Week 4: Handwriting analysis

Week 5: Chromatography lab

Week 6: Footprint Analysis Part 1

Week 7: Footprint Analysis Part 2

Week 8: DNA Extraction using fruits​

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All About Chocolate

Instructor: Mrs. Wright

 

Class Description:

Hands on lap book study of chocolate. At the end of the semester, each student will have completed a chocolate themed lap book while learning about the history, timeline, growing and harvesting of Cacao pods, and the manufacturing process of chocolate. We will learn about chocolate around the world and in other cultures, and enjoy chocolate tasting too!

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Special Notes:

• $5/per student for materials

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Syllabus:

Week 1: History of Chocolate - The Mayans, The Aztecs, Spain & Timeline

Week 2: History of Chocolate - Europe, United States & Timeline, The Cacao Tree

Week 3: The Cocoa Bean & Timeline 

Week 4: How is Chocolate made, Conching & Timeline 

Week 5: Four Kinds of Chocolate, Chocolate Flavors, Favorite Treats, Taste Test! & Timeline 

Week 6: Chocolate Around the World and in Other Cultures, Value of Chocolate & Timeline 

Week 7: Nutritional Values, Vitamins and Minerals 

Week 8: Design your own Candy Bar (art)​​

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Zoology: Bizarre Animals

Instructor: Mrs. Duffy

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Class Description:

Did you know scientists estimate there are more than 8 million animal species on planet earth, but only around 1.5 million have been named, described, and cataloged? There is still so much to discover! How do scientists classify animals? Is everything in the ocean a fish? What makes a mammal different from a reptile? 

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In this class we will learn how scientists classify animals using the taxonomy system originally developed by Linnaeus. Each week a mystery animal will be revealed! We will explore the characteristics of a specific category (class) of animals and learn about one bizarre animal that you have probably never heard of.

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Special Notes:

• Class includes some homework creating a brief presentation or poster about an animal for week 8.

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – KPCOFGS, Linnaeus taxonomy system

Week 2 – Mammals, warm-blooded and furry, mystery mammal reveal.

Week 3 – Birds, feathers and eggs, mystery bird reveal.

Week 4 – Reptiles, cold blooded and scaly, mystery reptile reveal.

Week 5 – Fish, fins and gills, mystery fish reveal.

Week 6 – Amphibians, semi-aquatic and slimy, mystery amphibian reveal.

Week 7 – Crustaseans/Arthropods/Insects, exoskeletons and invertebrates, mystery insects reveal.

Week 8 – Animal Presentations

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Intro to Gardening

Instructor: Mrs. Yeh

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Class Description:

Discover the basics of gardening through hands-on learning! In this class, students will explore soil, seeds, pollinators, and plant care while developing practical gardening skills. The class culminates with each student creating their own mini herb garden to take home and care for.

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Special Notes:

• This class requires a $5 student materials fee.

• Homework, if any, would be limited to videos or extension activities.

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Introduction to Gardening

Week 2: Soil Science & Potting Mix Basics

Week 3: Seeds & Germination

Week 4: Transplanting & Container Decoration

Week 5: Garden Care

Week 6: Pollinators & Pests

Week 7: Build Herb Garden

Week 8: Final Review & Presentations

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