Tk/K ELA

M,W,TH 9:00-10:30

Taraleigh Duffey - $600

Songs, Stories, Art, Rhythm, and Play! This class focuses on language development, introducing learners to upper and lowercase letters, their phonetic sounds, and handwriting through theme based literature, art, songs, movement and play. Students will also be introduced to classroom structure, taking turns, calendaring, the pledge of allegiance, ASL, and much much more. The overarching philosophy of this class will be play based learning!

Material fee: $30

K/1st Math

M,W,TH 10:30

Mindy Chittock - $600

This class offers hands-on learning with the use of many visuals, manipulatives, games, and number talks that will be the building blocks of instilling a confidence in math for your child. Some concepts that will be covered are counting, number recognition, sequencing, basics of addition and subtraction, shapes, patterning, and more!

K-4th Musical Fun

Wednesday 1:30-2:30

Christine Swisher - $150

This fun and energetic music class will include singing as a group, playing music related games, and learning simple instruments. We will explore different styles of music while singing, learning how to create and follow a beat with rhythm sticks, playing songs as a class with drums, shakers, musical bells, tambourines and other simple instruments. We will sing in a group and there will be solo opportunities for those interested as well.

1ST/2nd Science

Monday 12:30-1:30

Cathleen Whiting - $135

This class is based on the lessons and activities of the Mystery Science program. Children learn to be inquisitive by asking questions and then problem solving to find the answers to those questions. Each lesson begins with a short video based on the question from a real life student. Children then participate in a lab or activity that helps them learn and discover. This is a very user- friendly program for teachers, parents, and students and is both easy and convenient for parents to access at home as the materials are online and downloadable from their website: www.mysteryscience.com.

Material Fee: $15

1st/2nd history

Wednesday 12:30-1:30

Cathleen Whiting - $135

Students will explore ancient civilizations from all over the world and learn what life was like for kids their age in different times and cultures as we read the Story of the World. Students will be introduced to geography, mapping, art, and culture all through interactive stories, play based learning, process art & hands on projects.

Material Fee: $15

3rd/4th Science

Monday 12:30-1:30

Stacey Bickmore - $135

This is a unit study class that will focus on covering many of the NGSS state standards for third and fourth graders. It will consist of hands-on activities, experiments, videos, reading, and slide presentations. A syllabus, detailing all of the topics that will be taught in class, will be provided for each student at the start of the semester. This will allow for parents to know what they will need to cover at home.

Material Fee: $20

4th and Older Improv

Thursday 3:00 - 4:00

Christine Swisher - $150

Learn to improvise by practicing the art of quick wit in this hilarious one hour Improv class. We will play many various games and act out different scenarios that will teach students how to think and react quickly in small and large group scenarios, playing off of each other without a script. Lots of laughs guaranteed!

4th and Older Choir

Thursday 2:00-3:00

Christine Swisher - $150

This class is a great opportunity for kids to learn how to find and improve their singing voice, blend their voices with one another in unison as well as learning some multi-part harmonies. There will even be the opportunities for some solos as well!

1-6th Grade Cultural Studies: Journey Across the Globe

Monday 1:30-2:30

Nicole Greene - $135

In this class, we'll embark on a journey to explore cultures from around the globe. We'll delve into the geography,  landscapes, and languages of a variety of societies. We will look at the richness of different cultures by bringing them to life through their art, food, and traditions. Get ready for an exciting and immersive experience that will broaden your horizons and ignite your curiosity about the world!

Material Fee: $25

6th Grade World History : Ancient CivilizationsM

Wednesday 12:30 - 2:00

Nicole Greene - $200

This course begins with the study of hunter-gatherer societies, then progresses to the advent of agriculture and the formation of early societies such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. We'll delve into the development of Ancient Hebrew culture and examine the emergence of civilizations like those in India and China. Furthermore, we'll explore the trajectories of the Greek and Roman Empires, from their rise to their eventual decline. This course ensures state standards are met using diverse curriculum and learning styles, making the material engaging for students.

Material Fee: $20

6th Grade Science: Systems Big and Small

Monday 12:30-1:30

Nicole Greene - $135

In this course, we'll begin by exploring Earth and its position in space. Then, we'll move on to investigate animals, plant life, ecosystems, and the life cycle. Lastly, we'll dive into the realms of matter and energy flow, as well as the fascinating topics of electricity and magnetism, motion, and sound. This course will meet the state standards 6th grade in an engaging way that hopefully fosters a love for the world around us and a desire to know how it works. 

6TH ELA

M,W,TH 10:30 - 12:00

LIZ SCHOPFER  - $600

Students will learn parts of speech, elements of literature, rules of punctuation and capitalization, connotation & denotation. Writing skills will be practiced with in class journals, personal narratives, essays and letters. Peer editing and various workshops along with whole class discussions will help students accomplish achieving their literature goals.

Material Fee: $30

HS MAth Tutoring

Geometry & Precalculus + Small Group

M & W 12:30-2:00

Colleen manuola - $450

As a Supervising Teacher and Math teacher at Forest Charter School, I have been teaching Math Labs successfully for years. I recently retired as an ST and am focusing on helping homeschool parents by helping them teach their students higher levels of Math. This will be a small group tutoring session. Together with your ST we will identify which curriculum will be best to use and which text books are available from your charter school. I may help with grading at times, but the focus will be on teaching the students. The class size will remain relatively small so that each student can get appropriate attention and instruction. I feel confident that your student will be able to get the math support needed in the class. 

8th-Hs grade english

M,W 2:00-3:30

Liz schopfer  - $450

High School English Language Arts is a course that teaches contemporary and classic literature supported by direct reading and writing instruction to help students develop essential strategies for understanding and interpreting literature. Students will study and perfect skills for successful writing. Students will also learn Greek and Latin Roots.

Tk/K math

M,W, TH 10:30-12:00

Taraleigh Duffey - $600

This introduction to the mathematical world will be fun and engaging. Learners will be introduced to numbers, value, counting, sequence, shapes, colors, patterns, direction, and simple addition through hands-on projects, manipulatives, theme based songs, art, and teamwork activities. The overarching philosophy of this class will be to learn through play!

Horizons Math, Grade K, Student Workbook 1 required for course.

Material fee: $15

K/1st Science

Monday 12:30-1:30

Mindy Chittock - $135

Students will love learning to observe, ask questions, and problem-solve through a variety of hands-on experiments, labs, and other engaging activities. A variety of concepts and topics will be covered in this class, which will be sent home at the beginning of the year!

Materials Fee: $15

1st/2nd ELA

M,W, TH 9:00-10:30 am

Cathleen Whiting - $600

This class will use the Saxon math curriculum which will teach important concepts and problem-solving strategies, use hands-on manipulatives, and give guided practice. Lessons will be taught in whole group as well as in small groups. Practice through a variety of games and other activities will reinforce concepts. Homework will consist of any unfinished classwork and typically one lesson will be sent home for parents to teach each week. A list of minimal supplies to be purchased will be sent home at the start of each semester.

2nd -4th Choir & Musical Fun

Thursday 12:30-2:00

Christine Swisher - $200

This class is a great opportunity for kids to learn how to find and improve their singing voice, blend their voices with one another in unison as well as learning some multi-part harmonies. There will even be the opportunities for some solos as well!

3rd/4th History

Wednesday 12:30-1:30

Stacey Bickmore - $135

The Middle Ages

Who discovered chocolate? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their warships across dry land? This year long class will answer those questions and many more! We will cover the fall of the Roman Empire to the Renaissance. (We will be reading the first half of the book this year.) It is designed to enrich your child’s study of history by finding out what has happened all around the world in the centuries before ours and in our own time. Class time will include reading, activities, crafts, map work, and re-enactment plays.

Requirements: Story of the World Volume 2 Revised Edition

* There will be a $5.00 per student materials fee for each semester of this class, but purchase of the activity book is not necessary for the class.

3rd/4th ELA

M,W,TH 9:00 -10:30

stacey bickmore  - $600

“A book is a dream that you hold in your hand.”

Besides reading fun and inspiring works of literature, this novel studies class will incorporate grammar, vocabulary, dictionary practice, writing responses, reading comprehension, class discussions, exploring story elements, writing summaries, and recognizing genres and literary devices. We will also explore some poetry.

Requirements: Novels to purchase (TBD)

1-6th Grade Cultural Studies: Journey Across the Globe

Monday 1:30-2:30

Nicole Greene - $135

In this class, we'll embark on a journey to explore cultures from around the globe. We'll delve into the geography,  landscapes, and languages of a variety of societies. We will look at the richness of different cultures by bringing them to life through their art, food, and traditions. Get ready for an exciting and immersive experience that will broaden your horizons and ignite your curiosity about the world!

Material Fee: $25

4th-8th Spanish A

Thursday 2:00 - 3:00

Lori Murphy - $135

This is class is for 4th-6th grade students who are new to Señora Murphy’s Spanish class.
Señora Murphy’s Spanish classes are taught from the proven methods of Comprehensible Input, the philosophy that second language acquisition is best achieved through easily understood, repeated exposure to the target language.  This is much in the same way we all learned our native language when we were little; we soaked in what our parents said and read to us until eventually we were the ones saying it and reading it.  We do not talk about Spanish.  We use Spanish.  And we have fun!  We use engaging resources including stories, games, songs, and other creative methods of input, while incorporating cultural understanding of the Spanish-speaking world, which meet the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL.)  ¡Acompáñame!

Material fee: $15

5th ELA

M,W,TH 12:30 - 2:00

liz schopfer  - $600

Students will learn parts of speech, elements of literature, rules of punctuation and capitalization, connotation & denotation. Writing skills will be practiced with in class journals, personal narratives, essays and letters. Peer editing and various workshops along with whole class discussions will help students accomplish achieving their literature goals.

5th Grade US History: Making of a New Nation

Wednesday 9:00-10:30

Nicole Greene - $200

This course will explore American history from the arrival of the Colonists up to approximately 1850. It delves into the interactions between Native Americans and settlers, the expeditions of early explorers, and their descriptions of the landscape of our continent. Additionally, it will examine the development of the colonies, the circumstances leading to the Revolution, and the formation of the nation by the Founding Fathers amidst the struggle for independence. Further, it examines the expansion of the nation and the impact of immigration. Geographical mastery of the United States, including states and capitals, will be a key focus for students.  This course ensures state standards are met using diverse curriculum and learning styles, making the material engaging for students.

6th Grade math

M,W,TH 9:00-10:30

Sherry torgerson  - $600

Students will be exploring 6th grade math through California Saxon 6.  Math facts, mental math skills, and problem solving will be a part of each class. Homework will be given to enrich skills and quizzes will be taken to determine what areas need more attention. 

6th Grade Art: For the Love of Art

Thursday 12:30-2:00

Nicole Greene - $200

In this art class, our primary goal is to cultivate a deep appreciation and love for art. To achieve this, we will draw inspiration from artists of the past and present. We will create our own art using a variety of mediums and artistic styles, allowing each student to discover and nurture their unique creative voice. Our focus is on fostering a sense of joy and appreciation for creativity, rather than on critique or comparison. My hope is to foster a lifelong love of art and creativity.

Material Fee: $30

5th-9th Virtual Math Tutoring

Tuesday 10:00-11:00 am

Sherry Torgerson - $135

Students needing extra help to focus on math lessons can get the additional support they are needing. Students can come with specific questions or for additional help as their needs dictate.

K-2nd Art Exploration

THursday 12:30-1:30

Taraleigh Duffey- $160

Say hello to the perfect combination of creativity, learning and fun in this Art Exploration class.  Students will be introduced to a variety of art styles, themes and various mediums in interactive ways. This class will focus on creating personal masterpieces in an open environment of fun, play and exploration.  Students will love this hands-on, exploratory, and sometimes edible, experience!

Material fee: $40

K/1st ELA

M,W,TH 9:00-10:30

Mindy Chittock - $600

This fun and engaging class will help to create a solid literacy foundation for your child. It will focus on phonemic awareness games and activities, explicit phonics instruction, handwriting, and above all else, instilling a love of reading by hearing, experiencing, and interacting with wonderful and meaningful children’s literature through read alouds, shared reading, and a variety of other activities.

K/1st History

Wednesday 12:30-1:30

Mindy Chittock - $135

We will cover the early days of American History with engaging activities and projects tailor made for younger children. This class will be an exciting introduction to the history of our country as we study important events and people integral to its foundation.

Materials Fee: $15

1st/2nd math

M,W,TH 10:30-12:00

Cathleen Whiting - $600

This class is an engaging, hands- on literacy experience with an emphasis on using a balanced literacy approach. This will include shared, independent, and guided reading, writing, and word work. Children will learn to read through direct phonics instruction and much- loved children’s literature. Both whole group instruction and small guided reading groups will be used to meet individual needs. A list of minimal supplies and curriculum to be purchased will be sent home at the beginning of each semester.

2nd - 4th Writing Lab

Monday 1:30-2:30

Mindy Chittock - $135

We will explore a variety of writing genres using a writer’s workshop format. Students will participate in a mini lesson in which specific skills will be taught and modeled. This is followed by a writing block in which they will write, edit, and conference with peers and the teacher. They will also have the fun opportunity to share their final pieces with the class during a publishing party! Watch as your child’s love and confidence for writing grows with this engaging class!

Materials Fee: $10

3rd/4th MAth

M,W,TH 10:30 - 12:00

Stacey bickmore  - $600

This is a hands-on math class designed to be fun and engaging. Math concepts will be taught through use of manipulatives, games, songs, technology, and activities. We will be going chapter by chapter through the math book, and should cover all of the concepts within the school year. Three lessons will be taught at the center each week, and 2 lessons will be assigned to be taught at home on your two homeschool days. (I will be combining lessons when possible, and extending lessons when necessary.) Each grade will have their own lesson time, and will practice new concepts with me before completing independent or small group work. Homework is only assigned if a student does not complete their daily assignment in class, or when a study guide is sent as extra practice before a test.

*This class requires regular homework assignments as follow up to the lessons.

*All quizzes and tests will be given at the center

*A Saxon text book will be loaned to each student to keep at home. These user friendly texts will be for your use in teaching of the homeschool lessons/concepts.

2nd -4th Choir & Musical Fun

Thursday 12:30-2:00

Christine Swisher - $200

This class is a great opportunity for kids to learn how to find and improve their singing voice, blend their voices with one another in unison as well as learning some multi-part harmonies. There will even be the opportunities for some solos as well!

5th-7th Spanish B

Thursday 12:30-2:00 pm

Lori Murphy - $200

This class is for Señora Murphy’s returning students, 5th-7th grade; we’ll pick up where we left off and build upon what we already learned during the 2023-24 school year.
Señora Murphy’s Spanish classes are taught from the proven methods of Comprehensible Input, the philosophy that second language acquisition is best achieved through easily understood, repeated exposure to the target language.  This is much in the same way we all learned our native language when we were little; we soaked in what our parents said and read to us until eventually we were the ones saying it and reading it.  We do not talk about Spanish.  We use Spanish.  And we have fun!  We use engaging resources including stories, games, songs, and other creative methods of input, while incorporating cultural understanding of the Spanish-speaking world, which meet the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL.)  ¡Acompáñame!

Material fee: $15

5th Grade math

M,W,TH 10:30 - 12:00

Sherry torgerson  - $600

Students will be exploring 5th grade math through California Saxon 5.  Math facts, mental math skills, and problem solving will be a part of each class. Homework will be given to enrich skills and quizzes will be taken to determine what areas need more attention. 

5th/7th Grade Science: Systems Big and Small

Monday 9:00-10:30

Nicole Greene - $200

In this course, we'll begin by exploring Earth and its position in space. Then, we'll move on to investigate animals, plant life, ecosystems, and the life cycle. Lastly, we'll dive into the realms of matter and energy flow, as well as the fascinating topics of electricity and magnetism, motion, and sound. This course will meet the state standards for both 5th and 7th grades in a fun way that hopefully fosters a love for the world around us and a desire to know how it works.

Material Fee: $30

5th/7th Grade Art: For the Love of Art

Thursday 9:00-10:30

Nicole Greene - $200

In this art class, our primary goal is to cultivate a deep appreciation and love for art. To achieve this, we will draw inspiration from artists of the past and present. We will create our own art using a variety of mediums and artistic styles, allowing each student to discover and nurture their unique creative voice. Our focus is on fostering a sense of joy and appreciation for creativity, rather than on critique or comparison. My hope is to foster a lifelong love of art and creativity.

Material Fee: $30

PreALgebra/algebra

M,W,TH 12:30 -2:00

Sherry Torgerson - $600

PreAlgebra: This course will use the Holt/McDougal/Larson Pre-Algebra textbook. This will be a transition from the 6th grade Saxon curriculum. Homework will be given to enrich skills and quizzes will be taken to determine what areas need more attention.

Text needed: Holt McDougal Larson Algebra 1, Common Core Edition

ISBN-13: 978-0547587776

ISBN-10: 0547587775

Algebra: This course will use the Holt/McDougal/Larson Algebra 1 textbook. This class will build upon math skills from the Pre-Algebra text. Content will focus on functions, solving linear equations, polynomials, and factoring. Also, solving with the quadratic equation, data analysis, and probability. Homework will be given to enrich skills and quizzes will be taken to determine what areas need more attention.

ISBN-13: 978-0547647135