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Foundations for Financial Peace- Pam Bowen This financial class was formerly called Financial Peace for the Next Generation by Dave Ramsey. During the year, students will learn to take responsibility for personal financial decisions through this fun and informative course. They will learn how to budget, how to buy a car without a car loan, how to invest for their retirement, how to use different payment methods, how to make wise purchase decisions, and how to save for those purchases. During the course, students will also be taught how to develop a system for keeping and using financial records, as well as develop a plan for spending, saving, and investing. There is a 210-page workbook ($11 fee for the workbook due when you register), DVD’s we’ll watch in class, and extra activities which will supplement what is being taught during class. This course is approved by the State Board of Education and can be used as economics, personal finance, consumer finance, business, life skills, and/or as an elective course. It is currently offered in many public and private schools throughout Texas and the U.S. There will be 10 payments of $40/student for the class with a 10% late fee for payments received after the 10th of the month. Mail payments to Pam Bowen, 189 Greenleaf Lane, Conroe TX 77304 Contact tlbfam [at] suddenlink [dot] net or 936-760-1790 or 936-520-7138.
Home Economics – Kathy Irwin Practical instruction in cooking, sewing, and home management. Registration is open to both girls and boys (class size limited to 8 students). For 7th – 12th grades. 1st Semester – Sewing. Goal is to complete 5 sewing projects, advancing from basic to more difficult skills. Students must provide 3 ring binder, pencils, sewing machine, scissors, pins, pin cushion, tape measure, needle and thread, seam ripper, tailors pencil-chalk or pen (will need to purchase other items to complete sewing kit as need arises) and sewing box. Patterns and cloth will need to be purchased before each project. Classes are 2 ½ hours. Cost: $40.00 a month with 1st semester lab fee of $15.00 for copies and supplies. 2nd Semester – Cooking. Each week students will learn basic cooking skills with good nutrition and hygiene in the kitchen. Students must have a 3 ring binder, pencils, paper. Teacher will provide the worksheets and cooking supplies. Classes are 2 ½ hours. Cost: $40.00 a month with a 2nd semester lab fee of $40.00 to cover cost of cooking supplies.
WORLDVIEW
Starting Points: The Biblical World View Primer – Dennis Celsor The purpose of this study is to establish the basics of a biblical worldview in the heart and mind of your student. It lays a solid foundation for life, by developing a Biblical approach to life. It also provides a compass for the evaluation of the ideas that will confront your student. The curriculum is as follows: the Bible, some of these additional books: Know What and Why you Believe by Paul Little, Answers for Difficult Days by David Quine, Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis and additional sources listed in the course syllabus. Some of the topics covered in this yearlong course will be: What is God like? What is man like? What is the universe like? What is the cause of evil and suffering? What is the basis of ethics and morality? What happens to man at death? What is the meaning of life and history? The class will also discuss the defense of the Christian faith, to equip the student to “sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asks you a reason of the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear. 1 Peter 3:15. Classes will include short presentations by the student. This course of study, designed by Dr. David Quine, is further described at www.cornerstonecurriculum.com/Curriculum/SP/sp.htm and http://www.homeschoolhighlights.com/01_quine/ This is a weekly one hour class. The suggested age group for this class is grades 7-9. Cost is $40.00 per month. There will be 10 payments of $40/each for the class made out to Home Education and mailed (in care of Debbie Gott) to 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, TX 77379 Contact: celsor [at] sbcglobal [dot] net 281-704-4261 cell or 281-356-3556 home
MATHEMATICS
Pre-Algebra - Teaching Textbooks - Brenda Hall Teaching Textbooks is a unique math program written specifically for homeschoolers in an easy-to-digest conversational tone. There are two options for parents to choose from: 1) purchase book, answer key/test bank only or 2) additionally purchase the audiovisual CD’s to see solutions worked out for every problem. Please check the Teaching Textbooks web-site at www.teachingtextbooks.com. Concepts for the week will be reviewed in class along with the practice problems for the week. The student will follow the syllabus throughout the year to complete each lesson and take tests. The class will be one hour and 15 minutes. Tuition is $40/ month for 10 months. Mail registration form and tuition payments to: Brenda Hall, 2005 Shasta Ridge, Conroe 77304. Home phone 936-756-1217. Cell phone: 936-443-9002.
Algebra 1 -Teaching Textbooks - Brenda Hall Teaching Textbooks is an unique math program written specifically for homeschoolers in an easy-to-digest conversational tone. This course covers simple equations, negative numbers, fractions, powers, roots, second degree equations, graphing, solving systems of equations, inequalities, and irrational numbers. Additionally, I will be adding SAT practice problems to tests for bonus points to get students to transfer their math skills to standardized test format problems. There are two options for parents to choose from: 1) purchase book, answer key/test bank only or 2) additionally purchase the audiovisual CD’s to see solutions worked out for every problem. Please check the Teaching Textbooks web-site at teachingtextbooks.com. Concepts for the week will be reviewed in class along with the practice problems for the week. The student will follow the syllabus throughout the year to complete each lesson and take tests. The class will be one hour and 15 minutes. Tuition is $40/ month for 10 months. Mail registration form and tuition payments to: Brenda Hall, 2005 Shasta Ridge, Conroe 77304. Home phone 936-756-1217. Cell phone: 936-443-9002.
Algebra 2 -Teaching Textbooks - Brenda Hall Teaching Textbooks is a unique math program written specifically for homeschoolers in an easy-to-digest conversational tone. This course covers simple equations, negative numbers, fractions, powers, roots, second degree equations, graphing, solving systems of equations, inequalities, and irrational numbers. Additionally, I will be adding SAT practice problems to tests for bonus points to get students to transfer their math skills to standardized test format problems. There are two options for parents to choose from: 1) purchase book, answer key/test bank only or 2) additionally purchase the audiovisual CD’s to see solutions worked out for every problem. Please check the Teaching Textbooks web-site at teachingtextbooks.com. Concepts for the week will be reviewed in class along with the practice problems for the week. The student will follow the syllabus throughout the year to complete each lesson and take tests. The class will be one hour and 15 minutes. Tuition is $40/ month for 10 months. Mail registration form and tuition payments to: Brenda Hall, 2005 Shasta Ridge, Conroe , TX 77304. Home phone (936) 756-1217.
Geometry - Teaching Textbooks – Pam Bowen Teaching Textbooks - Geometryuses a traditional Euclidean approach, beginning with a chapter on logic and reasoning, then moving onto definitions, postulates and theorems. Lessons are taught in a traditional fashion. Each lesson presents the new concept with examples, then offers practice problems on that concept. Next, students work through a set of problems on their own. Problem sets include review of previous learned concepts as well as new material. The textbook and answer key/test bank are needed for the class; in addition, parents may order the audiovisual CD combo (see www.teachingtextbooks.com for more information or to order). The CD combo is not required but helpful if the student needs extra help at home. In class, we will discuss the new concepts and work the practice problems. Students will complete the problems for each lesson and take tests at home. The class will be one hour and 15 minutes. There will be 10 payments of $40/student for the class with a 10% late fee for payments received after the 10th of the month. Mail payments to Pam Bowen, 189 Greenleaf Lane, Conroe TX 77304. Contact tlbfam [at] suddenlink [dot] net or 936-760-1790 or 936-520-7138.
Advanced Math - Saxon - James Qualls This class is taught using the Saxon textbook, along with the DIVE instructional CD. It is a precalculus course that covers algebra, geometry, trigonometry, discrete mathematics, mathematical analysis, and Euclidean geometry. The student will watch the DIVE video, complete problem sets, and take a test at home during the week. This will prepare them for class, where they will take a quiz, review and correct tests, review important concepts from the lessons, and have the opportunity to ask any questions. There will be 10 payments of $45/student for the class. Mail payments to James Qualls, 41910 N Mill Drive, Magnolia, TX 77354. Contact jsqualls [at] gmail [dot] com.
Algebra 2 - Saxon - James Qualls This class is taught using the Saxon textbook, along with the DIVE instructional CD. The student will watch the DIVE video, complete problem sets, and take a test at home during the week. This will prepare them for class, where they will take a quiz, review and correct tests, review important concepts from the lessons, and have the opportunity to ask any questions. There will be 10 payments of $45/student for the class. Mail payments to James Qualls, 41910 N Mill Drive, Magnolia, TX 77354. Contact jsqualls [at] gmail [dot] com.
SCIENCE
Zoology I, (5th/6th) – Karin Hillman In Exploring Creation with Zoology I, Flying Creatures of the Fifth Day by Apologia, your child will begin exploring the dynamics of flight and animal classification, understanding why the design we see in these incredible creatures points us to our Creator God. Required text: Apologia’s Zoology I student text. Pages for our class notebook can be copied from the Apologia web site as well as the Flashcards that will be used toward the end of the year. Tuition is $35.00/month for 10 months, plus a one time $25.00 supply fee due at the beginning of the year. We will use some household items that student will be asked to bring to class. These items will be noted on class handouts &/or syllabus. You may mail your payments to: Karin Hillman, 9461 McKnight Rd., Conroe, Tx 77303. Contact info.: Godscreation70@yahoo.com, 936-499-6205.
General Science/Lab (7th/8th) - Kim Kelly Required text: Apologia's Exploring Creation with General Science 2nd Edition plus Solutions manual and Companion CD. (There is an audio CD of the book available if the student would like to listen and read along. Not required) The course covers such topics as the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, archeology, geology, paleontology, biology, and human anatomy and physiology. Its scope, therefore, is quite wide. Scientific vocabulary will be emphasized. Some common household items will be brought by the student per handout request. Tuition $45/month for 10 months. A one time $25 lab fee will be due in July. Mail payments to Kim Kelly at 122 Magnolia Lane, Conroe, TX 77304, or contact her at 936.760.1962 or email: ggkelly (at) juno (dot) com.
Biology/Lab (High School) - Kim Kelly Required text: Apologia's Exploring Creation with Biology, 2nd Edition, Book set (text + solutions manual) & companion CD. (There is an audio CD of the book available if your student would like to listen and read along----not required.) This is a college-prep biology course with an emphasis on the vocabulary of biology. Topics covered include the 5 Kingdom Classification system with a thorough survey of each kingdom, cell biology, microscopy, dissection, genetics, and ecosystems. Labs will be done in class. Household items will be needed for some labs and the students will bring those to class per handout request. Class size minimum 6 students and maximum 14. Tuition $45 for 10 months with a $25 lab fee per semester. First lab fee due in July, second due in January. Mail payments to Kim Kelly at 122 Magnolia Lane, Conroe, TX 77304, or contact her at 936.760.1962 or email: ggkelly (at) juno (dot) com.
Physical Science/Lab (High School) - James Qualls This class is taught using the Bob Jones Physical Science textbook and lab manual, along with DIVE instruction CD. The student will read the textbook, watch lectures from the DIVE CD, and complete weekly assignment at home. This will prepare them for their weekly quiz and laboratory experiment, which will be the focus of in class activities. There will be 10 payments of $45/student for the class with a one time laboratory fee of $25 due at the beginning of the year. Mail payments to James Qualls, 41910 N Mill Drive, Magnolia, TX 77354. Contact: jsqualls [at] gmail [dot] com.
Chemistry/Lab (High School - James Qualls This class is taught using the Bob Jones Chemistry textbook and lab manual, along with the DIVE instructional CD. The student will read the textbook, watch lectures from the DIVE CD, and complete weekly assignment at home. This will prepare them for their weekly quiz and laboratory experiment, which will be the focus of in class activities. There will be 10 payments of $45/student for the class with a one time laboratory fee of $25 due at the beginning of the year. Mail payments to James Qualls, 41910 N Mill Drive, Magnolia, TX 77354. Contact: jsqualls [at] gmail [dot] com.
HISTORY
Reading & Writing History (a Unit Study) - 4th - 5th Grade - Jan Lund This unit study approach to history will include various topics including Artists, Composers, Pioneer Life, Indians, Postal Service, US Landmarks and Inventors. Each unit will consist of vocabulary words, reading assignments, hands-on activities and writing assignments, which will be based upon the age of the child. A book list will be provided for each student to purchase. There will be 10 payments of $30/student for the class. Mail payments to Jan Lund, P.O. Box 1122, Conroe, TX 77305. Contact: Sajalund [at] AOL [dot] com or (936) 756-5863. Students will provide their own books for reading. Please click the class title for the book list and further explanation of this course.
Texas History - Heritage Hunters – 7th & 8th Grade – Valerie Craft Students will experience Texas history by combining book studies, research, and hands-on labs. The young "Heritage Hunters" will explore Texas history through classroom lecture, biographical studies of famous and important Texans, geographic and topographical map research, and exposure to the cultural differences that influenced early Texas. A few examples of labs include: salt maps, foods, homestead life, languages, treasure hunting with map and compass, leather-work, pinatas, field-trips, etc. Student textbook will be “The Texas God Created” published by Bob Jones University Press. There will be a lab fee of $25 for this course. (Located under secondary Resource materials, item #241919, $19.95) Contact Valerie Craft at (936) 760-3298. 116 Gregory Rd., Conroe, TX 77304. E-mail: Valsherbal [at] aol [dot] com.
Government - Jan Lund Cost is $40.00 per month. Government is a one semester class for grade levels 9-12. This course will focus on the historical approach towards government, while analyzing the structure, functions and powers of our government. A study of current events and some memory work will be required. There will be 5 payments of $40 each which are due July - November. There will also be a $5.00 fee for an Election 2008 Skills Book. Class meets one hour per week. For more information, contact Jan Lund at (936) 756-5863 or sajalund [at] AOL [dot] com. Mail payments to Jan Lund, P.O. Box 1122, Conroe, TX 77305.
LANGUAGE
Writing Utilizing Literature (Grades 5-7) - Jan Lund (Yvette Schenck curriculum) This class is designed for students with an elementary understanding of writing. It is an integration of writing, spelling and vocabulary, handwriting and scripture memorization, and reading. The writing program will begin with basic sentence structure, utilizing vivid words and adjectives. It will develop into paragraph structure, with students writing stories, poems, and essays over time. The spelling and vocabulary portion of the class will expand the student’s word base for his/ her writing skills. Each student will be expected to memorize words and vocabulary each week. Additionally, scriptures will be assigned each week for memorization and cursive handwriting development. The scriptures, spelling words, and vocabulary words will be quizzed on at the beginning of each class. Finally, a critical portion of the class will include reading assignments. Students will be given reading lists with books to choose from. Books will be completed on a monthly basis, and written reports will be submitted upon completion. Students will provide their own books (reading), Bible, a notebook for spelling words and scripture verses, a writing journal, a dictionary, and a thesaurus. Class time will be one hour, fifteen minutes. There will be 10 payments of $40/student. Mail payments to Jan Lund, P.O. Box 1122, Conroe, TX 77305. Contact: Jan Lund, Sajalund[at] AOL [dot] com or (936) 756-5863
Basic Paragraph Writing (Grades 7-9) – Pam Bowen Basic Paragraph Writing (a curriculum written by Becky Celsor) is a fundamental approach, which covers writing a basic single paragraph paper to an introduction of a 5-paragraph essay. The class will work on organizational skills such as note taking, brainstorming, outlines, rough drafts, and editing. The teacher will provide the curriculum. The students will need 2 self-addressed stamped envelopes, a 3-ring binder (2 – 3 inch), 5+ hi-liters, 5 notebook divider tabs, a Bible, a thesaurus, and a dictionary. It is recommended that homework be typed; however, it is not required. While this is not a literature course, a reading list will be provided either to be read independently or as a family. There will be no tests on the books. Class size is limited to 15 students. Class time will be 1 hour and 30 minutes per week. Allow approximately four hours per week study time. There will be 10 payments of $45/each for the class with a 10% late fee for payments received after the 10th of the month. There will also be a $10 per student per semester supply fee…….to the class description for the Paragraph Class. Make checks payable to Pam Bowen and mail to 189 Greenleaf Lane, Conroe TX 77304 Contact tlbfam [at] suddenlink [dot] net or 936-760-1790 or 936-520-7138
Essay Writing (Grades 8 - 10) - Kim Sinclair This Essay Writing Course will utilize the curriculum written by Becky Celsor. The class will review and strengthen organizational skills, such as note taking, brainstorming, outlines, rough drafts, editing, and logical reasoning. This is not a literature course; however, reading from a list of selected authors will be required. Allow approximately four - six hours per week study time. Class time will be 2 hours per week. There will be 10 payments of $45/each for the class made out to Kim Sinclair. There will also be a $10 per student per semester supply fee. Please mail payments to Kim Sinclair, 1207 Ave O Apt 4, Huntsville, TX 77340.
Introduction to Journalism - Sutton - A study of the interview and writing process, editing, proofing, photography techniques and a look at various careers in Journalism. Students will learn how to create a student-led newspaper. Field trips will be planned. Min. 6 students, Max. 15 students. Suggested grades are 9-12. This class will last 1-1/2 hours. There will be 10 monthly payments of $40 each. Please mail payments to Kimberly Sutton at 811 Lightningbug Lane, Conroe, Texas 77301. There will be a late fee added to the monthly amount after the 10th of the month and a $5 supply fee added to the first month's payment to help defer start-up costs. You can contact her at kimberly.sutton [at] yahoo [dot] com.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Sign Language I - Beginner - Terry Howell During the first few weeks, the students will learn the alphabet, numbers and basic conversational signs. We will learn about deaf culture. If possible, we will have friends from the deaf community visit our class. Curriculum will be handouts and information prepared by the instructor. The students will also learn how to sign different worship songs and play signing games. There will be handouts, and the student will need to purchase "A Word In The Hand, Book 1". Some homework will be required. Tuition will be $35/month and late fees will apply. Mail payments to Terry Howell, 201 Lakeshore Dr., Conroe, TX 77304. Contact thowell425 [at] hotmail [dot] com. or 936-756-6220.
Sign Language 2 -Advanced - Terry Howell During the first few weeks, the students will learn the alphabet, numbers and basic conversational signs. We will learn about deaf culture. If possible, we will have friends from the deaf community visit our class. Curriculum will be handouts and information prepared by the instructor. The students will also learn how to sign different worship songs and how to interpret songs visually instead of word for word. Upon completion of this class, the student should be able to communicate with the deaf and be able to sign worship songs at their church. There will be handouts and the students will need to purchase "Signing Made Easy." Homework will be required. This class can serve as a Foreign Language credit for high school. Tuition will be $40/month and late fees will apply.Mail payments to Terry Howell, 201 Lakeshore Dr., Conroe, TX 77304. Contact thowell425 [at] hotmail [dot] com. or 936-756-6220.
Spanish I and the Latin Culture - K. Sutton - An introduction to the Spanish language and culture of the Latin American people. Students will learn vocabulary, common phrases, and conversation, as well as recipes and food tasting days and holiday traditions. Min. 6 students, Max. 15 students. Suggested grades are 9-12. This class will last 1-1/2 hours. There will be 10 monthly payments of $40 each. Please mail payments to Kimberly Sutton at 811 Lightningbug Lane, Conroe, Texas 77301. There will be a late fee added to the monthly amount after the 10th of the month and a $5 supply fee added to the first month's payment to help defer start-up costs. You can contact her at kimberly.sutton [at] yahoo [dot] com.
