North Spokane Homeschool Connection Annex

All classes listed below are subject to change. They will take place at Pilgrim Lutheran Church for the 2012-2013 School Year. Secondary (high school Annex) classes are coordinating with North Spokane Homeschool Connection (NSHC). For NSHC information, please, visit their website www.NSHSC.org.

In order to participate in these classes, each family must first Register with NSHC . This includes annual family fee ($40) due upon registration and facility fee (TBD, approximately $30-40 per trimester) due in September.

1. Register with NSHSC

2. Questions? Email Kristin or call 328-6349 (email preferred)

Orientation for Classes is September 6th, 2012.

First trimester Classes begin September 13, 2012.

Second Trimester Classes begin January 3, 2013.

Third Trimester Classes begin March, 2013.

Registration is now taking place for classes for the 2012 - 2013 school year.

8:00

Civics

Elections 104 (September 13 – December 13)

9^th – 12^th

In this class the students meet leaders in our city, county and state prior to the current election season. Past guests include Secretary of State Sam Reed, Representative Matt Shea, Spokane County Auditor Rob Chase, City Councilwoman Nancy McLaughlin and many others. The final activity of this class is two weeks of policy debate.

FREE

Instructor: Cindy Marshall & Amber McGuire

Logic II (January 3 – May 30)

8^th – 12^th

prerequisite Logic I or Introductory Logic

Traditional Logic, Book II: Advanced Formal Logic, by Martin Cothran, is a continuation of Memoria Press' Traditional Logic Book I. It covers the four figures of the traditional syllogism, the three forms of rhetorical arguments (called enthymemes), the three kinds of hypothetical syllogisms, the four kinds of complex syllogisms, as well as relational arguments.

Instructor: Amber McGuire Fee $15 plus Text

Cooking (January 3 – March 14)

We will be learning the basics of cooking various foods including cheesy white sauce, pasta, quiche and other foods for meal preparation.

We will also be learning different baking techniques as we bake some delicious recipes such as scones and farmhouse cheddar muffins.

Come join our class and see how much fun we can have in the kitchen.

Instructor: Victoria MacDuff Fee $15.00

9:00

Chemistry Club (September 13 – May 30)

9^th – 12^th

In order to be able to understand this text, the student needs to have completed algebra I. This course is designed to be a first-year high school chemistry course and gives the student a rigorous foundation in chemistry, in order to prepare him or her for a college-level course. The course covers significant figures, units, classification, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, the gas laws, and equilibrium. Students who take and understand this course will be very well-prepared for a tough university chemistry course.

Science Fair participation is required.

*Please, note this is a student-led class. Students will rotate jobs including session leader, experimenter, secretary and chairperson. For answers to questions regarding “student-led” science, call Amber McGuire.

Text is Apologia: Chemistry 2^nd Edition with Solutions Manual

Fee: Students are required to purchase text, solutions manual, and the Apologia Chemistry kit (kit may be purchased with lab partner).

Facilitated by Jim Slavicek and Janice Farmer

Physical Science (September 13 – May 30)

7^th – up

This course is designed to be the last science course the student takes before high school biology. Thus, we generally recommend it as an 8th grade course. However, your student can also use it for their 9th grade course work. The text discusses such topics as the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, weather, the structure of the earth, environmentalism, the physics of motion, Newton’s Laws, gravity, and astrophysics. The author especially concentrates on the myths generated by the hysterical environmentalist movement. There are many hands-on experiments to do, and they all use household chemicals and supplies. It is an excellent course for preparing the student to take a college-prep high school science curriculum. The student needs to have completed 7^th grade math.

Students must purchase text: Apologia: Physical Science 2^nd Edition with Solutions Manual

Limited to 12 Students

Instructor: Kristin Ludwig Fee $30 (May be a small additional fee in Winter or Spring

quarter due to experiment material needs)

10:00

English Literature & Writing

9^th -12^th

^{Prerequisite: Excellent reading skills.}

This class will take your high school students through an exciting adventure of classic literature. Using literature we will study analysis, authors, genres, essay writing, research papers, and have the most amazing conversations! This class will prepare your student for college essays, report writing, and test taking. Mrs. Bomgardner adores the classics and has a degree in English with an emphasis on high school teaching. She is passionate about books and passionate about kids! Please, join us for a fantastic year!

Fee $15.00 per semester

Instructor: Rebecca Bomgardner

Math Lab(September 13 – May 30)

Algebra I and Beyond

Students working in Algebra 1 and beyond can bring questions: A tutoring opportunity, work on assignments and ponder formulas of mathematics and physics. Bring your text and join the conversation. Class is available all year and may be taken on a quarterly basis. Students may attend Music Clinic concurrently when their instruments are being taught.

Facilitated by Jim Slavicek

Music Clinic

Second year instrumentalists and up (September 13 – May 30)

Band sectionals, intermediate players and up. Rotations are specific to training on various instruments (clarinet, flute, brass, percussion, etc.). This is a compliment to Lilac City Homeschool Band, but is appropriate for any student with at least one year of experience with their specific instruments. Math Lab students who also play instruments are encouraged to participate in this class concurrently. Mrs. Huggins is a phenomenal teacher! Working with students to is the frosting on the cake. Her students adore her and even though she expects a great deal of them, they can hardly wait for the next class!

Instructor: Sheila Huggins

12:00

Latin I (September 13 – May 30)

Instructor: Lisa Johnson

Spanish 1 (September 13 – May 30)

Bob Jones' Spanish 1 for Christian Schools, Second Edition

We will be using this thorough curriculum to learn Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and communication. The class includes listening CDs (provided), DVD activities in class and lots of conversation!

Students provide Text, Activities Manual, and Activities Manual Answer Key (may be purchased for $35 from instructor-quantities limited).

Class fee: $10

7th– 12^th

Instructor: Amber McGuire

Latin III Club (September 13 – May 30)

Prerequisite: Henle Latin II (Memoria Press schedule)

This class is a follow up to Henle Latin II. It is a student-led study group for advanced Latin scholars. Students are responsible for lesson planning, testing, grading, and follow-through. They will take the National Latin Exam Level II in March, 2013.

Facilitated