Course Descriptions

                               Tomball / Waller Area Courses

                                                        Art / Design / Film
                                                        Bible

                                                        Business

                                                        Christian Worldview / Apologetics / Integrated Courses
                                                        Composition / Literature / Rhetoric/ Reading
                                                        Economics / Government
                                                        History / Literature / Composition / Geography
                                                        Languages
                                                        Mathematics
                                                        Science
                                                        Speech

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                                             Art  / Design / Film

Art I (ages 9-11) - Cinde Matocha
David Quine said “Art is often seen as an extra. But is it really? If you’re interested in teaching your children World View then this is the most important study.” The child will visualize significant changes in ideas throughout history and then relate those changes to their cultural meaning. To look at these ideas we will use The Annotated Mona Lisa.  We will spend time each class on art history and becoming familiar with the elements of art and principles of design. The  majority of or time will be spent in “creative art.” I will teach technique then give the student much room to create and use their imagination.   Various projects and medium will be used such as clay, watercolor, pastels and collage. Grading will be based on assignment completion and attempting the techniques taught. Class time is 1 ½ hours per week and cost is $37.00 per month. Supply fee is $50.00 per semester. Students will keep their supplies. Contact: 713-703-1254 cell, or cmatocha [at] sbcglobal [dot] net.  Address: 6506 Glenhill Dr.  Spring, TX 77389.

Art II (ages 12 and up) Cinde Matocha
We will spend time in each class on art history as stated above in Art I. The majority of our time will be spent on “creative art.”  I will teach technique, then give the student much room to create and use their imagination. We will study and work with pencil, clay, watercolor and pastel. If the students are interested in a certain medium or project I try to incorporate that too. Each student will have an art journal that they will work on in-between classes. Grading will be based on assignment completion and attempting the techniques taught. Class length is 1½ hours per week. Cost is $37.00 per month. Supply fee is $50.00 per semester. Students will keep supplies. Contact:  713-703-1254 cell, or cmatocha [at] sbcglobal [dot] net.  Address: 6506 Glenhill Dr.  Spring, TX 77389.

Intro to Architectural Design Grades 8-12 – Barbara Dabney
Spring Semester class
We begin by laying out a floor plan on the classroom floor and end the course with the design of your dream home’s floor plan. You will learn how to read blueprints and meet elementary specifications for electrical and window usage…do estimates for lumber, flooring, and heating systems…cost per square foot. We will tour local construction sites and watch their development. The class follows A Blueprint for Geometry with instruction by handouts provided in class. No exams. Grade is determined by average of project grades. The drafting/arch classes are 1 hour. Cost is $35.00 per month for 5 months. Mail registration form to: 22618 Cardinal Ln., Tomball, TX 77377. Make checks payable to Barbara Dabney. Contact: 281-351-7933 or bdabney77 [at] yahoo [dot] com.

Intro to Mechanical Drawing  Grades 8-12 – Barbara Dabney

Fall Semester class

Mechanical Drawing is a basic course that provides a solid grounding in the fundamentals of drafting.  We begin by learning how to draw and interpret sketches and diagrams that can be used in architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and other industries in Unit 1.  Units 2 through 7 cover basic sketching, sketching sectional views, lettering, dimensioning, drawing threaded fasteners, and isometric drawing.  Units 8 and 9 introduce the t-square, triangles, protractor, compass, and other instruments for drafting.  Units 10 through 12 include architectural drawing; line, bar and circle chart drawing; and project planning.  The course follows Everyday Sketching and Drafting by J. W. Giachino and H. J. Beukema with instruction provided by hand-outs in class.  The student will be required to supply his/her own pencils, t-square, triangles, protractor, and compass, and architect’s scale.  This is a one semester course, one hour per week.  No exams.  Grade is based on drawing completions.  Cost is $40 per month for five months.  Mail registration form to 22618 Cardinal Ln., Tomball, TX 77377.  Make checks payable to Barbara Dabney.  Contact 281-351-7933 or bdabney77 [at] yahoo [dot] com.

Cinenosin Film Academy - Robert Brayton

Students collaborate to write and produce a short independent Christian film suitable for entry in the San Antonio Independent Christian Film Festival  www.IndependentChristianFilms.com   Subjects covered include: 1. Christian and anti-Christian elements in films. 2. Writing a pitch, a treatment, and a script. 3. Technical and artistic aspects of motion picture photography, lighting, sound, storyboarding, post-production, Foley, sound effects, film score, etc. 4. Developing a script into a film project: project management, financing, scheduling, casting, hiring crew, renting equipment, properties, etc. Although we will help as much as possible, this class does not directly address the technical and artistic aspects of acting, makeup, set design, costume design, or CGI. This class is open to Christians 9th grade and up with a burning desire to produce quality Christian films.  Students must be up to the challenge of learning and applying difficult technical and demanding artistic concepts of film production.  The class meets once per week for 2 hours.  Expect medium to heavy homework load.  When filming is in production, students may be required to work into the night for up to two weeks (Sundays will always be optional).  Certain hand-picked non-Christian professionals may be hired for filming.  Parents are welcome to help with the filming.  The class size is limited to 10 to 20 students.  Several films are required viewing on DVD: Time Changer, Facing the Giants, and Flywheel.  The students may borrow, rent, or purchase them. Students must have access to a PC or Macintosh with a word processor, printer and Internet.  Students must have a video or still camera available for homework assignments, or be a good artist.  The cost is $75 per month.  A supply fee (for blank media, worksheets, etc.) of $50 is due at registration.  Prize winnings and earnings will be divided equitably as determined by the instructor. www.cinenosin.com (This class will be offered again next year. DVDs with the class material are available from the instructor.) Send check and registration to: Robert Brayton, 28118 Sycamore Ct., Magnolia, Texas 77355. Robert can be reached at 713-857-7265 or classes (at) cinenosin (dot) com

                                                                            Bible / Logic

Starting Points – Bobby Frazier
This class is designed for students who wish to build a basic Biblical worldview. The primary source for this class is the Scriptures of both the Old and New Testaments. Additional source materials include Know What You Believe and Know Why You Believe by Paul Little, Answers for Difficult Days by David Quine, Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis, and more. Topics will be covered such as the nature of God, the nature of the universe, the essential nature of man, the basis of morality and ethics, the cause of evil and suffering, what happens to man at death, and the meaning of history. Examining, evaluating, and embracing represent the focus of Starting Points and will help the student develop a Biblical framework for their life. This is a weekly one hour class.  The suggested age group for this class is 12-16 years of age. Cost is $40.00 per month. For more information, contact Bobby Frazier at (281) 685-5430 (cell) or 281-252-4673 home  frazierb1980 [at] sbcglobal [dot] net For all classes, mail registration forms to: 231 Corpus Drive, Magnolia, Texas 77354; Make checks payable to Bobby Frazier.

 

Business

Introduction to Accounting  Grades 8-12 - Hiley

Full-year course which begins by teaching basic personal financial knowledge, such as keeping a checkbook and reconciling a bank statement, continues to a lifetime plan for building wealth, and ends with an understanding of financial statements, basic terminology used in college accounting courses, and simple accounting entries used by business owners.  Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace for the Next Generation materials will be used for part of the course. An accounting curriculum for homeschoolers along with some of my original material and other games will also be used.  All will be taught from a Biblical perspective.  The class is 1.5 hours per week.  Tuition is $45 per month (plus $55 the first month only for the workbooks).  No other books are required. Send registrations to:  sharonhiley [at] sbcglobal [dot] net   281-970-4065

                            Christian Worldview / Apologetics / Integrated Courses

Worldviews of the Western World  (Comprehensive and Classical High School Curriculum) – Bobby Frazier

Worldview Year One – Bobby Frazier
This is the first year of a comprehensive classical high school study that is designed to help the student to develop a Christian worldview through course work in various academic disciplines. The curriculum has two tracks of study. Both tracks cover the historical periods of Ancient Rome through the Middle Ages. One track is a Biblical Worldview section. Attention is given to the study of Scripture as well as the writings of Frances and Edith Schaeffer along with other great classical theologians such as Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas.  The second track of study deals with the Greco-Roman worldview period. In this study consideration is given to classical literature such as The Iliad and The Odyssey by Homer, The Republic by Plato, audio tapes with the teachings of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Partial or full credit is given for the following subjects for this first year: Composition I, Ancient Literature, Philosophy/Religion, Music History/Appreciation I, Art History/Appreciation I, Western Civilization, Humanities, and World History. The syllabus is written by David Quine. www.cornerstonecurriculum.com  This is a weekly two hour class. The suggested age group for this class is grades 9-12. Cost is $50.00 per month. For more information, contact Bobby Frazier at (281) 685-5430 (cell) or 281-252-4673 home  frazierb1980 [at] sbcglobal [dot] net For all classes, mail registration forms to: 231 Corpus Drive, Magnolia, Texas 77354; Make checks payable to Bobby Frazier.
 
Worldview Year Two – Bobby Frazier
This second year of study of the Cornerstone Curriculum developed by David Quine www.cornerstonecurriculum.com begins with the Renaissance period and continues with the Reformation, the Revolutionary Age up to the rise of modern science. It continues with the same basic theme of developing a solid, conservative Christian worldview in the student’s life. Some of the authors that will be read include Martin Luther, John Calvin, Dante, Milton, William Shakespeare, John Bunyan, John Locke, Thomas Paine, and Frances Schaeffer. Various video and audio recordings will be used as well. Partial or full credit will be earned in the following courses: Composition II, Medieval Literature, American History, American Government, Political Theory, Science History I, Art and Music History/Appreciation, Humanities, World History, and Western Civilization. This is a weekly two hour class. The suggested age group for this class is grades 9-12. Cost is $50.00 per month. For more information, contact Bobby Frazier at (281) 685-5430 (cell) or 281-252-4673 home  frazierb1980 [at] sbcglobal [dot] net For all classes, mail registration forms to: 231 Corpus Drive, Magnolia, Texas 77354; Make checks payable to Bobby Frazier.
 
Worldview Year Three – Bobby Frazier
In the third year of this three year classical education study of the Cornerstone Curriculum written by David Quine www.cornerstonecurriculum.com, the student will study the various philosophical belief systems of the 19th and 20th century all the way up the current postmodernism of our day and how these differ from Christianity and the effect they have had on Western culture. Trends will be observed in art, literature, and music as well as politics, economics, sociology, and religion. Some of the material that will be covered includes the works of Frances Schaeffer, Josh McDowell, John Whitehead and Philip Johnson. Other writers will include Camus, Hemingway, and Skinner. Credits received in this year's study will be in American History, Humanities, World History, Economic Theory, Philosophy and more. This study will further enable the student to become established and solid in a conservative Bible based Christian world view. The suggested age group for this class is grades 9-12. Cost is $50.00 per month.    For more information, contact Bobby Frazier at (281) 685-5430 (cell) or 281-252-4673 home  frazierb1980 [at] sbcglobal [dot] net For all classes, mail registration forms to: 231 Corpus Drive, Magnolia, Texas 77354; Make checks payable to Bobby Frazier.

Apologetics – Bobby Frazier
This course is designed to give the students intellectual and spiritual tools in how to defend their faith in the midst of a pluralistic and amoral culture. Major belief systems will be examined such as atheism, agnosticism, mysticism, post modernism and others. Source materials will include the Scriptures and books by Josh McDowell and Norman Geisler. The format of the class will be a combination of both lectures and class discussion. Other learning modules will involve the student defending what he or she believes as a Christian against other belief systems. Progress in the class will be measured by participation in class discussions, periodic testing, and brief oral and written presentations. This is a weekly one hour class with a cost of $40.00 per month. For more information, contact Bobby Frazier at (281) 685-5430 (cell) or 281-252-4673 home  frazierb1980 [at] sbcglobal [dot] net For all classes, mail registration forms to: 231 Corpus Drive, Magnolia, Texas 77354; Make checks payable to Bobby Frazier.


                                             Composition / Literature / Rhetoric / Reading
  
Basic Paragraph Writing Grades: 7-9 – Rebecca Celsor
Basic Paragraph Writing 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, 8 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 45 minutes per week. Allow approximately four hours per week study time. There will be 10 payments of $45/each for the class made out to Home Education and mailed (in care of Debbie Gott) to 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, TX 77379 Contact bcelsor [at] sbcglobal [dot] net or 281-356-3556

Basic Essay Writing Grades: 9-10 – Leatha Veronie
Basic Essay Writing is a fundamental approach covering 5-paragraph essays and poetry. The class will review and strengthen organizational skills, such as note taking, brainstorming, outlines, rough drafts, editing, and logical reasoning. The students will examine, develop and reinforce their skills in writing 5-paragraph essays, longer essays and 1 basic research paper. 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, 8 notebook divider tabs, a Bible, a thesaurus, and a dictionary. Homework must be typed. This is not a literature course; however, reading from a list of selected authors will be required.  A variety of authors are included, such as Charles Dickens, Catherine Marshall, and Jules Verne. There will be no tests on the reading. Allow approximately four - six hours per week study time. Class size is limited to 15 students. Class time will be 2 hours per week. There will be 10 payments of $45/each for the class made out to Leatha Veronie and mailed (in care of Debbie Gott) to 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, TX 77379 Contact:  Leatha at 281.357.4580 or billyveronie (at) comcast (dot) net   

Rhetoric and Composition - John Garrett
This is an advanced writing course for students who have successfully completed the Basic Essay writing course and/or The Bridge writing course, or another English course with a strong writing focus in the 9th or 10th grades. The course will build on the concepts learned previously and will include all modes of writing: descriptive, narrative, informative, argumentative, comparison/contrast, process analysis, classification/division, style analysis, literary analysis, etc. In preparation for the argumentative essay, the students will study logic and reasoning, reasoning fallacies, motivational appeals, emotional appeals, as well as the concepts of logos, ethos, and pathos in effective writing. Utilizing the stages of the writing process as teaching/writing tools, the instructor will explore various prewriting, editing, and revising strategies to assist students in adding effective elaboration or commentary to their writing, as well as improving their use of the conventions of the English language. Young writers can learn a great deal from professional writers and their craft; therefore, the students will read excerpts from published writers for analysis and modeling. It is possible that, time permitting, the students will read a classic novel and write a literary analysis research paper about the work using the literary criticism available in a public or college library, or online. As a part of both the argumentative essay and the research paper, the students will learn proper documentation of information borrowed from other sources and Works Cited entries using MLA style. Class will meet 2 hours per week.  $50 per month plus $5 added to the first payment to help defray the cost of supplies. This class is for 11th and 12th grade students. However, Mr. Garrett may allow 10th graders in the class with his personal approval based on a sample of the student’s writing provided him and a conference with parents and/or former teacher(s). www.GarrettEdServices.com Address: 26384 North Reids Prairie Road, Waller, TX 77484; Contact: johngarrett [at] GarrettEdServices [dot] com or (936) 372-3761.
 

Introduction to Literature and Composition - Grades: 7-9  Jack Hightower

Introduction to Literature and Composition Class will review the basic organizational skills taught in a Basic Paragraph Class.  In this class we will take those elementary elements of writing a paragraph and essay to provide the springboard for the writing workshops based on our reading and discussions of classical stories from around the world.  We will be working on developing and improving the twelve (12) skills of critical analysis.  The student in turn will use those skills to write and discuss the elements of understanding a story in its many facets.  The curriculum is teacher generated.  Two to three hours per week study time should be scheduled for homework. Class time will be 1-1/2 hours per week.  For more information contact Jack Hightower at jack_hghtwr (at) yahoo (dot) com or 713-377-0521.  There will be 10 payments of $45 each and an additional $15 per semester to cover teacher generated materials.  Make checks payable to Jack Hightower and mail to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Dr., Spring, Texas 77379.

The Bridge Literature and Composition – Grades: 9-11 Jack Hightower
This writing class is a Bridge between the Basic and Paragraph classes and the Advanced Writing course (Rhetoric and Composition). This class, while using the five (5) paragraph format, will take the student to the next level of writing in preparation for pre-college composition and essays. The student will use the basic understanding of paragraphs and essays and begin to expand them beyond the basic levels. In this course the student will be given exercises and activities carefully chosen to help and strengthen nine essential competencies. Critical reading will be advanced, that is, reading “between the lines” to know not only what was said, but what was meant and how it will affect your thinking. To do this, the student will explore their reading habits and sharpen them to accomplish the five necessary skills for critical reading. This course will also explore the ability of the student to have accurate communication – increasing the reserve of recognizable words as the student reads and listens more carefully and incorporates new words into their verbal communication and writing. The student will also be reading an American Literature Sampler and a British Literature Sampler, to acquaint the student with the richness of the written word in story, poetry and biography. This course will also review and strengthen organizational skills, such as, logical reasoning, patterns of organization, paraphrasing, précis writing, and development and writing of the research paper. Three – to - four hours per week study time should be scheduled for writing and reading. Class size is limited to 15 students. Class time will be 1 hour and 45 minutes per week. Curriculum will be provided by the teacher. There will be 10 payments of $45 each and an additional $15 per semester to cover teacher generated materials. Payments are to be made out to Jack Hightower and mailed to Debbie Gott 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379. Contact: jack_hghtwr [at] yahoo [dot] com 

Sentence to Paragraph Writing  Grades: 6-8 – Rebecca Celsor
Sentence to Paragraph Writing is a fundamental approach, which starts with composing well written, basic sentences, then quickly moves to developing a single paragraph paper. The class will begin with improving sentence structures by applying basic grammar and figures of speech. This emphasis is continued as the student learns the organizational process of brainstorming, outlining, rough drafts, and editing, resulting in a well written paragraph. 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, 8 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 2 hours per week of study time. 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:   bcelsor [at] sbcglobal [dot] net  or  281-356-3556

Reading/Spelling  Proficiency for Elementary Students – Susan Garrett
(Grades 1-5) This class is to help home school moms who feel they need to “jump start” their child’s reading or to strengthen reading foundations before taking the child to a higher reading level.  Mrs. Garrett specializes in working with dyslexic students but has successfully taught students with all learning styles.  In this class students will be helped with weaknesses in reading decoding, sight word recognition, and comprehension.  When students are proficient in a skill in the input area (taking the printed word from the page to the child’s brain), they will begin output (putting words in the brain onto the page—spelling and writing).  Students will need an index card binder with cards as well as an Explode the Code and Beyond the Code book.  Curriculum used by the teacher will include Merrill Linguistic Readers, Modern Curriculum Press Phonics A/ B/ C, Discovering Phonics (Riverside Publishers),  Stairway to Reading, and word lists from Bob Jones University Press elementary spelling books.  When ready, students will read books chosen by their parents with teacher advice.  Class will be 1.25 hours.  Cost is $45. Completed registration form and first month's tuition check payable to Susan Garrett should be mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379  Contact: noteablelessons [at] hotmail [dot] com  (281) 844-1667.  References are available. 

Secondary Spelling/Phonics Improvement – Susan Garrett

Most older students will tell you that they learned phonics skills when they were younger.  However, many of these students do not understand the importance of those phonics skills for their reading nor how to use that knowledge in their classes now.  In this class, students will do a review of phonics rules; they will be shown the “system” within the language that serves as a basis for the spelling of words.  Students will also learn about their particular perceptual learning style (visual, auditory, tactical, kinesthetic) and how to best use it when doing their schoolwork.   Second semester, students will be given vocabulary words in class; these words will be either read or spelled by the student.  They will then write a sentence using the word.  This helps to incorporate the basic phonics reading and spelling skills into complex, unknown words.   There will be no homework in this class; however,  students will be asked to use the knowledge from class in writing for their other classes.  Class will be 1.25 hours.  Cost is $45.  Completed registration form and first month's tuition check payable to Susan Garrett should be mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379   Contact: noteablelessons [at] hotmail [dot] com  (281) 844-1667.  References are available.

 
                                                            Economics / Government

U.S. Government – Fall Semester Only  Grades 9 – 12  Jack Hightower

The focus of this course will be on the principles and beliefs upon which the United States was founded under God.  The student will become acquainted with the structure, functions and powers of our government.  Studies will include national, state and local levels of government.  A significant focus of this course will be on the U.S. Constitution and its underlying principles and ideas.  A study of current events and some memory work will be required.  Curriculum:  Abeka-American Government in Christian Perspective, Bible and teacher generated study sheets. Two – to - three hours per week study time should be scheduled.    Class time will be 1 hour.  There will be 5 payments of $45 each and an additional $5 to cover teacher generated supplements.  Payments are to be made out to Jack Hightower and mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379.  For additional information, contact Jack Hightower jack_hghtwr[at]yahoo[dot]com or phone (713) 377-0521.  

ADDENDUM:  Due to the importance of this year (an election year) we will be spending time understanding our election policies.  We will be paying special attention to the office of President of these United States.

U.S. Economics (Spring Semester)  Grades 9-12 Jack Hightower
The focus of this course will be on the basic principles concerning production, consumption and distribution of goods and services in the United States.  The Student will also become acquainted with God's instruction on the use and abuse of money according to His Word.  This class meets 1 hour.  Cost will be 5 payments of $45 each for the class.  An additional $20 will be charged for teacher generated supplements and Stock Market Game fee.  Curriculum will be Abeka-Economics Work and Prosperity (Second Edition) and the Bible. Payments are to be made out to Jack Hightower a mailed to Debbie Gott at 9614 Dornoch Dr., Spring, TX 77379.  Contact Jack at jack_hghtwr[at]yahoo[dot]com or phone 713/377-0521.

                                                 History / Literature / Composition / Geography

The Great Ideas of Humanity:  Classical Rhetoric, Composition, History, and Literature (Grades 8-12) - Camille Goldston

Classical History, Literature and Composition – (ages 10-13) Lisa Baldwin
The goal for the younger class is the same as for the older, to pursue wisdom and virtue.  Half of the class time will be spent discussing excellent classic literature, dealing with the great themes of all time such as honesty, diligence, hard work, leadership, and honor.  Students will be trained to ask the six questions of a narrative (What happened? When did it happen? Where did it happen? Who was in the story? Why did it happen? And how did it happen?).  These six questions train students to remember the essentials of a story and thus strengthen reading comprehension skills. Students will also be coached to become an active reader vs. a passive reader by learning a highlighting system that makes  literature easier to understand.  Students will learn to ask questions concerning characters and issues in the literature that will deepen their understanding and begin to help them to make wise judgments.  The writing curriculum is The Lost Tools of Writing created by author Andrew Kern, president of the CiRCE Institute.  This program teaches the three canons of writing (Invention – coming up with what to say, Arrangement – ordering our thoughts appropriately, and Elocution – expressing our thoughts appropriately). Students will only be taught one canon at a time, thus eliminating much of the frustration that comes when students are asked to do all three. “This program has been called The Writing Road to Thinking because it develops thinking skills.  It gives the students practice in making judgments as they learn to build strong arguments with well-reasoned supports.”   This curriculum specifically teaches students to write a persuasive essay one layer at a time with a thesis, 3 main points and supporting points.  As the course progresses other “layers” are added such as 5 Topics of Invention, exordium, amplification, and various schemes and tropes. 

OVERVIEW:  This course of study spans four years.  This year we study Modernity, focusing on the United States.  Next year will focus on Ancient Civilizations.

MATERIALS:   Parents need to supply a (2”) 3 ring binder, 5 dividers, lots of lined paper, pens, map pencils and one 5 color set of highlighters (pink, yellow, blue, green, and orange).

TUITION:  $45 per month and is due first Thursday of each month.  May be mailed to:  Lisa Baldwin, 17230 Sandestine Dr., Houston, TX  77095 or given in class.

AGES:  10-13 (10 year old must be strong reader) OR 6^th – 8^th grade

CLASS SIZE:  Maximum of 15 students

BOOKS & BOOK FEE:  Book fee will include the Third Edition of The Lost Tools of Writing.  Book list is still under development but may include some of the following:  Witch of Blackbird Pond, Johnny Tremain, Farmer Boy, Bully for You (Teddy Roosevelt), Number the Stars, Never Give In (Winston Churchill).  Book fee will range from $130 - $180, depending on # of books.

CLASS DAY & TIME:  Thursday, 2:45-4:15

CONTACT:  Lisa  sl_Baldwin (at) sbcglobal (dot) net or cell 281-731-9508 or home 281-855-6872. 

World Geography (Grades 6-8)   Susan Garrett
This course will begin with an overview of the basics of geography. Students will then “visit” each continent, learning about the people, location, climate, resources, languages, religions, government, etc. Although a test will be given on each section, the focus will be hands on, literacy information. Critical to the study will be keeping outline maps up to date with learned information. Google earth will be used to view various locations via satellite. Library books, travel guides, and Internet sites will be used to get a real understanding of each country. This course will use The Ultimate Geography and Timeline Guide curriculum from Geocreations, Ltd. No student textbook is used. Students will keep a geography binder with handouts, maps, noteworthy current events, notes, etc. Class will be 1.5 hours. Cost is $45. Completed registration form and first month's tuition check payable to Susan Garrett should be mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379 Contact: Noteablelessons [at] hotmail [dot] com  (281) 844-1667.

World Geography (Grades 9-12)   Susan Garrett

This course will begin with an overview of the 5 themes of geography: location, physical and human characteristics of places, the relationship between the environment and humans, movement of people and products, and regions.  Basics of map types, map reading, using an atlas, and continent location will be covered.  Students will then “visit” each continent, learning about the people, location, climate, resources, languages, religions, government. Although a test will be given on each section, the focus will be hands on, literacy information. Critical to the study will be keeping outline maps up to date with learned information. News items related to countries studied will be discussed by students each week.  Google Earth will be used to view various locations via satellite; National Geographic Videos online will be viewed by students at home.   Library books, travel guides, additional internet sites, and Power Point presentations will be used to give a real understanding of each country or region. Note: The United States will not be covered as time is limited and United States Geography can usually be taken as a separate course. This course will be based on The Ultimate Geography and Timeline Guide curriculum from Geocreations, Ltd. No student textbook is used. Students will keep a geography binder containing  handouts, maps, noteworthy current events, and notes.   Internet access is required.  A specific atlas and map set will be needed for the course; you will be able to buy these from Mrs. Garrett for around $30 or less.  Students will also need a 3-inch binder, map pencils, dividers with pockets and tabs, and black ink pens.  Class will be 1.5 hours.  Cost is $45.  Completed registration form and first month's tuition check payable to Susan Garrett should be mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379   Contact: Noteablelessons [at] hotmail [dot] com  (281) 844-1667.

World History (Year 1 & Year 2) Grades: 6-8  Tammy Bell
This is a two year survey course. The first year will cover Creation to the Middle Age time period. The second year will cover the Renaissance to the late twentieth century. This survey course highlights major events, nations, people, and people groups - all from a Biblical point of view Each week the students will have four 20 - 30 minute assignments. The class time will include: a review of the assignments, discussion on how God was working in the lives of people during the specific time period, and a mapping or art activity to enhance understanding of geography, culture, art and architecture. The A Beka 7th grade History of the World: In Christian Perspective is the required text. This class will meet for 1 hour and 15 minutes each week. Tuition is $350 - 10 $35 payments. 18710 Quail Lane, Tomball, TX 77377 Contact: pebtam [at] sbcglobal [dot] net or 281-516-3194.


                                                                                Languages

 

French I - Constanza Fishel
Grades 9-12. It is designed as an entry-level high school class. This class emphasizes the functional use of French in every day situations. The student will learn the language through stories to help achieve proficiency in reading, writing and speaking. The student will receive a basic foundation of grammar, vocabulary, verb forms, idioms and sentence structure. Parents and student will be asked to sign a commitment to spend at least 30 minutes a day reviewing vocabulary. The two books required can be purchased from her on the second day of class @ approximately  $50.00 for both. Tuition is $45.00 a month for 10 months or one time $450.00. Payments are to be made out to Constanza Fishel and mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379 Constanza Fishel 281-807-7451 whoaitsafish (at) hotmail (dot) com

French II - Constanza Fishel
Grades 9-12.  This class emphasizes advanced functional use of French in every day situations. The student will learn the language through stories to help achieve proficiency in reading, writing and speaking. The student will receive a better foundation of grammar, vocabulary, verb forms, idioms and sentence structure. The two books required can be purchased from her on the second day of class @ approximately  $50.00 for both. Parents and student will be asked to sign a commitment to spend at least 30 minutes a day reviewing vocabulary. Tuition is $45.00 a month for 10 months. Payments are to be made out to Constanza Fishel and mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379 Constanza Fishel 281-807-7451. whoaitsafish (at) hotmail (dot) com 

Latin I – Cindy Fatheree
(7th grade and up) This 1st year course uses Matin Latin 1 & Matin Latin 2 by Karen Craig, and combines the grammar necessary to read stories early in the study of Latin with the usual work on Latin endings. Both texts teach Latin grammar through a familiarity with English grammar, and provide beginning foreign language study as well as a strengthening of English grammar. Students work with nouns, verbs, adjectives, and other parts of speech to construct and read complete but simple sentences and stories. Book 2 continues the same format as book 1 and students continue to create sentences of greater complexity with the addition of each new grammar tool, and to read stories that are increasingly more involved. Instruction in Latin will be offset against a brief backdrop of Roman history, daily life and mythology. Within the time frame of Roman history, we will also notice where the Greeks fit in, and what God was doing in the Jewish nation. Both of these nations were greatly affected by Rome. Students who maintain a B through the 1st Semester will be eligible to take the Introduction Exam of the National Latin Exam, given in March. Required Texts: Matin Latin 1 and Matin Latin 2 (Student Books) by Karen Craig. Tuition is $40 per month. Contact: cfatheree [at] sbcglobal [dot] net (281) 259-5223. 19327 Sapphire Circle Magnolia, TX 77355

Latin II – Cindy Fatheree
(8th grade and up) This 2nd year course begins with a review of the material covered in a typical grammar based Latin I. It completes the introduction of all major parts of speech. Four readings include a story, a fable, a Psalm, and a selection from Genesis. Additional readings appear in later lessons. Instruction in Latin will be offset against a brief backdrop of Roman history, daily life and mythology. Within the time frame of Roman history, we will also notice where the Greeks fit in, and what God was doing in the Jewish nation. Both of these nations were greatly affected by Rome. Students who maintain a B through the 1st Semester will be eligible to take Level One of the National Latin Exam, given in March. Required Text: Latin Grammar I by Karen Craig (student book). Tuition is $40 per month. Contact: cfatheree [at] sbcglobal [dot] net (281) 259-5223. 19327 Sapphire Circle Magnolia, TX 77355

Spanish I  - Constanza Fishel

Grades 9-12.   The objective of this class is to understand the Spanish language. Students will learn a minimum of 1,000 words with phonics and the proper rules of grammar.  All instructions will be given in English for the first year.  During the second semester the students will put into practice the phonics and grammar rules that they have learned in the first semester by beginning to speak the language.  Quizzes are given at the end of each subject (i.e. adjectives, prepositions, etc.) and tests will be administered weekly, with a final at the end of each semester. Parents and student will be asked to sign a commitment to spend at least 30 minutes a day reviewing conversational phrases and 30 minutes of homework listening to CD’s. I will have the two books required for purchase the second day of class @ approximately $50.00 for both. Tuition is $45 per month for 10 months or one time $450.00.  Payments are to be made out to Constanza Fishel and mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379 Constanza Fishel 281-807-7451 whoaitsafish (at) hotmail (dot) com
  
Spanish II  - Constanza Fishel
Grades 9-12.   The goal of this class is to put in practice the grammar and vocabulary learned in Spanish I with an emphasis on conversation, reading and writing.  Parents and student will be asked to sign a commitment to spend at least 30 minutes a day reviewing conversational phrases and 30 minutes of homework listening to CD’s. Quizzes are given at the end of each subject and tests will be administered weekly, with a final at the end of each semester. I will have the two books required for purchase the second day of class @ approximately $50.00 for both. Tuition is $45 per month for 10 months or one time $450.00.  Payments are to be made out to Constanza Fishel and mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379 Constanza Fishel 281-807-7451 whoaitsafish (at) hotmail (dot) com

                                                                      Mathematics

Saxon Math
All HIS math teachers use DIVE (Digital Interactive Video Education) Math CD-ROMs.  On your computer you watch as Dr. David Shormann writes on a dry erase board and hear him explain the problem solution process. The result is a “movie” of the lecture with the voice and writing perfectly synchronized.  There is no teacher in the way so the student sees exactly what the teacher is writing as it is being written.  The student can easily pause, rewind, and fast-forward the lecture with a click of the mouse.  Each lecture is saved as a separate file so the student can easily access previously taught lectures that need to be reviewed. Math CDs can be purchased for $50 per course.  Go to www.diveintomath.com to see a demo or to place an order.  Call 936-372-9216 for more information.  Although it is not necessary to be in a class when using DIVE CDs, many parents find it very beneficial to have someone to whom their child is accountable and someone of whom the student can ask questions. 
 
Algebra 1/2 – Susan Garrett
This course is a more algebraically based course for the student who is ready to think more abstractly, and has fully mastered all basic facts and operations, fractions, ratios, proportions, and word application problems.  Saxon describes this course as: “Algebra 1/2 represents a culmination of pre-algebra mathematics, covering all topics normally taught in pre-algebra, as well as additional topics from geometry and discrete mathematics (used in engineering and computer sciences).”  This course will be taught using Saxon Algebra ½ 3rd Edition textbook and Dr. Shormann's DIVE CDs.  The students, under the supervision of their parents at home, will listen to the lessons on the DIVE CDs, complete the weekly homework assignments, grade and correct them and take the weekly tests. During class we will take a weekly quiz, grade and correct it, grade and correct the weekly test and cover any questions the students may have.  There will be a quarterly exam in class.  Students will need to purchase the Saxon Algebra ½ 3rd  edition text, test forms, Solutions Manual, and the DIVE CD. Tuition: $45/month for 10 months.  Please read Dr. Shormann’s article, “Math 87, Algebra 1/2, or Both?” at www.diveintomath.com to determine what course is best for your child.  You can also take a placement test at www.saxonhomeschool.com Completed registration form and first month's tuition check payable to Susan Garrett should be mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379  Contact: Noteablelessons [at] hotmail [dot] com  (281) 844-1667

Algebra I – Susan Garrett
This course teaches the following concepts: Arithmetic and evaluation of expressions involving signed numbers, exponents, and roots; solutions of equations in one unknown; solutions of simultaneous equations; algebra of polynomials and rational expressions; word problems requiring algebra for the solution; graphs of a variety of functions; functional notation; quadratic equations; geometry; statistics; probability.  At home, under the supervision of their parents, students will watch their assigned DIVE CD lectures (see Saxon Math Classes above), complete weekly homework assignments, grade and correct their homework, and take weekly tests.  During class students will take a quiz, grade and correct the weekly tests, and ask any questions they may have.  There will be a quarterly exam in class.  Students need to purchase the Saxon Algebra I 3rd edition textbook, Solutions Manual, tests and the DIVE CD. Tuition is $45 per month for 10 months.  Completed registration form and first month's tuition check payable to Susan Garrett should be mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379 Contact: Noteablelessons [at] hotmail [dot] com  (281) 844-1667

Switched on Schoolhouse Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, or Geometry--Susan Garrett

This curriculum is recommended for “non-math” and “math-minded” students alike.  Mrs. Garrett has had great success using it with students who have previously had problems with other curriculums.  The curriculum requires each child to have the SOS computer program installed on his/her laptop, which will be used both at home and in class.  Students will progress at his/her own individual rate.   Students will work on lessons in class.  The teacher will preview the upcoming lessons or quiz, and give an assignment for students to complete during the week.  Mrs. Garrett will be available during the week by phone or email to help if students are unable to do their homework.   A timetable for completing the course in the school year will be given to students.  However, there will be more emphasis on learning than on keeping exactly with the timeline.  Switched On Schoolhouse (SOS) CDs for each of the subjects can be ordered from https://store.aop.com/aop/IAFDispatcher for $75 each or they can be bought used at home school websites.  Class time will be 1 hour per week.  Tuition is $45 per month for 10 months.  Maximum class size will be 5 per period, so that each student will receive individualized instruction.  Send completed registration form and first month's tuition to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Dr., Spring, 77879.   Contact: noteablelessons [at] hotmail [dot] com  (281) 844-1667.

 
Algebra II - James  S. Qualls
This course teaches the following concepts: Graphical solutions of simultaneous equations; scientific notation; radicals; roots of quadratic equations with complex numbers; properties of real numbers; factoring; inequalities; logarithms; conic sections; exponential equations; basic trigonometry; vectors; algebraic word problems; geometry.  At home, under the supervision of their parents, students will watch their assigned DIVE CD lectures (see www.diveintomath.com), complete weekly homework assignments, grade and correct their homework, and take weekly tests.  During class students will take a quiz, grade and correct the weekly tests, and ask any questions they may have.  There will be a quarterly exam in class.  Students need to purchase the Saxon Algebra II 2nd edition textbook, Solutions Manual, and tests.  The DIVE CD is not provided with the class and will be needed by the first day of class.  Tuition is $35 per month for 10 months. Mail registration form to: 41910 N Mill Dr, Magnolia TX 77354. Make checks payable to James S. Qualls.  Contact: jsqualls [at] gmail [dot] com or 281-386-8656

Advanced Math - James  S. Qualls
This course teaches the following concepts: Topics from algebra, geometry, trigonometry, discrete mathematics, mathematical analysis, and Euclidean geometry. Equivalent to a pre-calculus course. Completing Saxon Algebra 1, 2 and the first half of Advanced Math is equivalent to two high school credits of algebra and one credit of geometry.  At home, under the supervision of their parents, students will watch their assigned DIVE CD lectures (see www.diveintomath.com), complete weekly homework assignments, grade and correct their homework, and take weekly tests.  During class students will take a quiz, grade and correct the weekly tests, and ask any questions they may have.  There will be a quarterly exam in class.  Students need to purchase the Saxon Advanced Math 2nd edition textbook, Solutions Manual, and tests.  The DIVE CD is not provided with the class and will be needed by the first day of class.  Tuition is $35 per month for 10 months. Mail registration form to: 41910 N Mill Dr, Magnolia TX 77354. Make checks payable to James S. Qualls.  Contact: jsqualls [at] gmail [dot] com or 281-386-8656

Calculus - James  S. Qualls
This course teaches the following concepts: Covers all material on the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus AB exam, and some of the BC exam. Major topics are: limits, functions, trigonometry, derivatives and differentials, and integrals.  Applications to physics, chemistry, engineering and business are included as well.  At home, under the supervision of their parents, students will watch their assigned DIVE CD lectures (see www.diveintomath.com), complete weekly homework assignments, grade and correct their homework, and take weekly tests.  During class students will take a quiz, grade and correct the weekly tests, and ask any questions they may have.  There will be a quarterly exam in class.  Students need to purchase the Saxon Calculus 1st edition textbook, Solutions Manual, and tests.  The DIVE CD is not provided with the class and will be needed by the first day of class.  Tuition is $35 per month for 10 months.  Mail registration form to: 41910 N Mill Dr, Magnolia TX 77354. Make checks payable to James S. Qualls.  Contact: jsqualls [at] gmail [dot] com or 281-386-8656.

 
                                                                            Science

Biology Lab – high school – 2 hours Karen Garza
Apologia curriculum Exploring Creation with Biology, 2^nd Edition, Book set (text + solutions manual) & companion CD 08-09 This is one of the toughest courses you will love.  The work is demanding, but not only does the student learn, the lab is designed to foster teamwork and class unity.  There are 16 modules, which translate into 32 weeks of work to cover in 30 weeks, so students will have a reading assignment to complete for the first class.  The focus is mastery of the subject and the best way to learn is to do; therefore the course incorporates 7 projects that are used for test scores.  The grading system is given in advance.  These projects include 3 3-D presentations covering a cell, ecosystem, and insect, 1 project enables students to debate on evolution with specific parameters, 2 are labs in the text that are completed at home, with one presented in class and one turned in, and the last 1 is a perch dissection.  The first project is due at the end of the first semester.  The course is set up to help teach students how to learn and how to study, so following instructions and keeping work organized is also a vital component of the course grade evaluation.  The text heavily emphasizes vocabulary and provides a strong background in the scientific method, the five-kingdom classification scheme, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, evolution, dissection, and ecosystems and provides a complete survey of the five kingdoms in Creation.  Some common items to assist in the lab will be required to bring to class.  One experiment is performed at a pond on site.  Students will be given an outline of coursework required to complete as school work, which will include the student correcting and grading work that will be turned in for review. The final test score is participation in an approved science fair.  All work will be kept organized in a notebook, which will be graded in the fall and in the spring.   08-09 UPDATE:  Class size: Min. 6 students, max. 14.  Tuition:  $50/month for 10 months & $25 lab fee/semester, due July 1st & January 1st. Contact Karen:  revelationscience (at) sbcglobal (dot) net  or 281-370-6222 (home).  Payment Mailing Address: 7327 Root Road, Spring, TX 77389. 

NOTE:  There is a required student and parent orientation the week prior to class beginning.  This is to overview what is required and to enable students to get their first assignment and set up their notebooks prior to class beginning.  This is a critical meeting that establishes your school year.

Chemistry Lab – high school – 2 ½ hours Karen Garza
Apologia curriculum Exploring Creation with Chemistry, 2^nd Edition, Book set (text + solutions manual) & companion CD Course will be supplemented with Micro Chem Lab Kit, provided by the teacher. 08-09 This course incorporates math with science.  It is challenging, but fosters teamwork and class unity.  Those who suffer together grow close!  Important advice, don’t get behind!  There are 16 modules, which translate into 32 weeks of work to cover in 30 weeks, so students will have a reading assignment to complete for the first class.  Following instructions and keeping work organized is also a vital component of the course grade evaluation.  The course is set up to help teach students how to learn and how to study.  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 will be given an outline of coursework required to complete as school work, which will include the student correcting and grading work that will be turned in for review.  Participation in an approved science fair is optional for additional credit.  All work will be kept organized in a notebook, which will be graded.  08-09 UPDATE:  Class size: Min. 6 students, max. 16.  Tuition:  $50/month for 10 months & $25 lab fee/semester, due July 1st & January 1st.  Contact: Karen Garza - revelationscience (at) sbcglobal (dot) net  or 281-370-6222 (home).  Payment Mailing Address: 7327 Root Road, Spring, TX 77389.

NOTE:  There is a required student and parent orientation the week prior to class beginning.  This is to overview what is required and to enable students to get their first assignment and set up their notebooks prior to class beginning.  This is a critical meeting that establishes your school year.

Physics - Grade: 12 Barbara Dabney
Saxon Physics Home Study Kit 1st Edition. Pre-requisite is currently taking or has completed Advanced Math.  AP level class that covers all of the topics normally presented in the first two semesters of an engineering physics course.  Each week at home students will complete assigned reading, view their DIVE CD-ROM lectures, take notes on the lecture, and complete assigned reading.  Students will attend class once a week for one hour and fifteen minutes to turn in homework, ask questions over the previous week’s assignments, and conduct a hands-on lab investigation that will reinforce the concepts introduced in lecture and reading.  Quarterly exams will be given. The DIVE CD is not provided with the class and will be needed by the first day of class.  For more information on DIVE CDs go to www.diveintomath.com. Tuition is $45 per month for 10 months.  Mail registration form to: 22618 Cardinal Ln., Tomball, TX 77377. Make checks payable to Barbara Dabney. Contact: 281-351-7933 or bdabney22 [at] yahoo [dot] com.

Anatomy and Physiology (Grades 10 -12) Prerequisite - Biology.- Tammy Bell

This is an in depth survey course covering the basic anatomy and physiology of the eleven human body systems and how they work together.  The course will also include a study of the lives  and contributions of famous biologists such as Vesalius, Harvey, Starling, Pasteur and Lister .  Evidence for logical, deliberate design by God will be interwoven into the discussion of each body system. Apologia’s The Human Body and The Human Body Coloring Book are the two required texts for the class.  There will be three 60 minute assignments each week including reading , definitions and review questions. The class will meet for 1½ hours once a week. Class time will include a review of assignments, coloring and labeling, and a lab.  Tuition is $450 or 10 - $45   monthly payments. A one time lab fee of $25 is required upon registration. You may contact Tammy Bell at 281-516-3194,  or  pebtam [at] sbcglobal [dot] net  Address: 18710 Quail Lane,  Tomball,  Texas  77377.

Physical Science –Grade 9 Constanza Fishel
Exploring Creation With Physical Science 2nd Edition book set  (Test solution and Manual) Apologia Curriculum provides a detailed introduction to the physical environment and some of the basic laws that make it work. The fairly broad scope of the book provides the student with a good understanding of the earth's atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. It also covers details on weather, motion, Newton's Laws, gravity, the solar system, atomic structure, radiation, nuclear reactions, stars, and galaxies.  We will perform at least one experiment per class. A test after each module is completed will be given.  The student must spend a minimum of one hour per day reading, answering problems or studying for test. . A  $25 lab fee/semester due July & January. Tuition is $450.00 the year or $45.00 for 10 months. Payments are to be made out to Constanza Fishel and mailed to Debbie Gott, 9614 Dornoch Drive, Spring, Texas 77379 Constanza Fishel 281-807-7451 whoaitsafish (at) hotmail (dot) com

Earth Science - Grades: 6-8  Tammy Bell  This class is now full
This is a survey course including  geology, astronomy, weather and the atmosphere,  a basic introduction to physics (focusing on energy, magnetism, and electricity,)   a basic introduction to chemistry, and a review of the scientific method.  The course will also cover a study of the lives and discoveries of Sir Isaac Newton,  Johannes Kepler, Galileo-Galilei, and Albert Einstein.  Although the instructor will be using a variety of sources including Bob Jones, Apologia, and Abeka, the students will only  be required to have the A Beka 7^th and 8^th grade science texts. (Science Order and Reality - 7^th, and Matter and Motion in God’s Universe - 8th)  as all required reading will come from selected sections from these two books. The goal of the class is to encourage each student to love, be in awe of, and enjoy studying God’s creation while preparing them for deeper studies in high school. The class will meet once a week for one hour and will cover a review of the  homework assignments and a lab. Each week the students will have 3-4  30 minute assignments.  All lab supplies and testing materials will be provided in class. Tuition is $350 or 10 $35 payments. You may contact Tammy Bell at  281-516-3194, or pebtam [at] sbcglobal [dot] net or 18710 Quail Lane, Tomball, Texas 77377.  

Basic Creation Science/Lab - Grades: 4-6  Christin Celsor

General Science/Lab for 4^th through 6^th grades is based on Considering God’s Creation. http://www.eagleswingsed.com/products/cgc.html Class time will consist of a review of homework assignments, quizzes, laboratory experiments and discussion.  Subject order: creation, astronomy, the earth, non-living things, weather, the plant kingdom, animal kingdom, and major systems of the body. The main objective is to introduce the student to a variety of areas of science and create a love for learning about God’s creation. Each student will need to purchase Considering God’s Creation students manual. The class will meet once a week for one hour. Students will be given weekly assignments to complete at home. Allow 1.5 - 2 hours per week of study time. All lab supplies and testing materials will be provided in class. Tuition is $350 or 10, $35 payments. Make all checks payable to and mail all correspondence to Christin Celsor, 19414 Country Lake Drive, Magnolia, Texas 77355. Contact: 281-635-9772 cell 281-356-3556 home foreverglorify [at] hotmail [dot] com

                                                                                    Speech

Speech – John Garrett
Although primarily a course in public speaking involving the planning and presentation of various types of speeches, this course will also deal with improving interpersonal communication skills, learning to think on one’s feet, and managing stage fright.  The students will enhance their self-confidence, poise, and public speaking skills through this course of study.  Textbook: Sound Speech: Public Speaking and Communication Studies for Christian Schools, available online from Bob Jones University Press or at Love 2 Learn in Tomball. This is a course for Grades 9-12. Tuition: $50 per month, $55 the first month (extra $5 to defray cost of classroom materials).  Send completed registration form and first month's tuition to John Garrett, 26384 North Reids Prairie Road, Waller TX 77484.  www.GarrettEdServices.com Contact John at 936-372-3761 (home) or 281-352-0674 (cell) or email him at johngarrett [at] GarrettEdServices [dot] com.  

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