St. John Bosco Co-op Course Descriptions St. Louis Catholic Homeschool Association stlouiscatholichomeschool.com/st-john-bosco-co-op

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2015-2016 St. John Bosco Co-op Course Descriptions St. Louis Catholic Homeschool Association

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... Anatomy & Physiology

Dana Heisserer 10-12th grade

This is an advanced biology course that studies the human body in detail. In this course, stu-dents will study the anatomy and the physiology of the human body’s eleven organ systems, covering the material typically taught in a college freshman biology course. Students will be re-quired to purchase the text book: The Human Body Fearfully and Wonderfully Made 2nd Edition (ISBN: 9787935495727). The Kaplan 4th edition coloring book (ISBN-13: 9781419550409) is optional but may be helpful to some students. It is recommended that students have completed biology and chemistry prior to taking this class, however if they have completed the Apologia Biology class they will have sufficient chemistry to successfully complete the class.

Fee: $40 lab fee for this class to cover the cost of obtaining the adequate lab supplies and dis-section specimens (including eye, heart, brain, kidney and fetal pig).

Government Becker

9-12th grade

During the first semester, students will be introduced to the study of government. This will include; forms of government, our countries founding documents, an in depth look into the US federal branches, and will conclude with a brief overview of Missouri government.

In the second half of the year, the student will take knowledge gained in the preceding semester, and apply it to current political affairs. They will delve into the study of the political process of elections and public political participation. Their study will culminate in a term paper. This sub-ject will be graded.

Required Text:American Government in Christian Perspective: 2nd Edition, A Beka Teachers Text:Including above book

Declaration Statesmanship: A Course in American Government, Richard Ferrier and Andrew Seeley.

Declaration Statesmanship: Readings, Richard Ferrier and Andrew Seeley

Note: If there is a more recent edition of the A Beka book, that one can be used. Whatever is on the Mother of Divine Grace website.

Advanced Math I Marybeth Thomas 9-12th grade

This course uses the Saxon Advanced Math, 2nd edition book. This book contains an in-depth coverage of trigonometry, logarithms, analytic geometry, and upper-level algebraic concepts. This book provides practice with the fundamental concepts and skills of precalculus mathematics. This is part 1 of a two year class. Lessons 1-60 are covered in Advanced Math I. A scientific cal-culator is required for many of the lessons. Students must have successfully completed Algebra I and II before taking this course.

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Sewing Patty Hough 8-12th grade

This course will include the study and practical application of the art of sewing. Study will in-clude the terms, techniques and history of sewing. Each student’s final goal will be to produce an article of clothing to wear. Students will also take one midterm quiz and a final exam on sewing terms.

Class fee - $30 with minimal supplies. Latin I

Dr. Michael Bardot 7-12th grade

Text: Henle’s Latin I and Henle’s Grammar book

The goal of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the Latin language and grammar. Students will be expected to complete the exercises contained within the textbook as well as the memorization that accompanies the study of the Latin forms. Additional instruction will include the relation of Latin to English and the development of English vocabulary through Latin cognates. The objective is to complete at least half of the lessons within the textbook, leaving the remainder of the lessons for Latin II.

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family

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... Chemistry

Lisa Rottler 9-12th grade

Text: 2nd edition of Wile’s Exploring Creation through Chemistry Prerequisite: completion of Algebra 1

This is an introductory chemistry course designed for high school students. The course introduc-es chemical concepts such as the periodic table and atomic structure, the mole, stoichiometry, kinetics, and thermodynamics. Successful completion of this course should prepare the student for college level courses in chemistry. Student must have completed Algebra I prior to taking this class.

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family Lab Fee: $30

Apologetics Marilyn Wessel 6-9th grade

The course description is Apologetics study of Catholic Friendly Defender cards from Ascension press. We will do some role playing on questions non-believers may have about our Catholic Faith and we will learn some Bible verses..We will also do several saint reports on a saint the student is particularly interested in learning more about. We will also have some games.This is a class to supplement their home school religion.

Algebra II

Marybeth Thomas 9-12th grade

This course uses the Saxon Algebra 2, 3rd edition book. This book continues a study of topics from algebra and geometry and begins a study of trigonometry. Lessons 1-120 are covered. Students must have completed Algebra I before taking this course. A scientific calculator is re-quired for many of the lessons.

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Classic American Literature Maria Byers

7-9th grade

A chance to perfect/improve the writing of book reports.

Books assigned will be aimed at younger class levels (junior high/early high school).

A list of appropriate books will be announced at a later date with an opportunity to discuss alter-nate options with parents.

One time class fee of $20 American History

Mike Bardot 9th-12th grade

The goal of this course is to introduce students to the historical narrative of America. Begin-ning in the colonial period of America, emphasis will be placed upon understanding the European context of 1500 and 1600’s which led to colonization. Focus will be placed upon understanding the Constitution and American government. The historical narrative will then seek to discuss the major movements and events that directed the course of America’s continued development. The main source of material will be in lecture form, which will also help to develop note-taking style and proficiency. Outside readings will be encouraged but not text specific, and will contrib-ute to the students understanding of the period.

Supplemental information will not be specifically tested on the term tests..

Texts: supplemental reading will be suggested; any narrative source work on American history can be used as an aid to supplement the lecture. Furthermore, a copy of the US. Constitution will be needed because of the courses emphasis upon knowing the Constitution.

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family Health

Dana Heisserer 10-12th grade

This is a 5 unit study class: body essentials (mankind’s place in creation; human growth and development); physical health (nutrition and exercise); social and mental health (wise choic-es, relationships and hygiene); health care (preventative and first aid) and responsible living (drugs, alcohol, tobacco and the environment). Students will need to purchase the LifePac Health series workbooks (books 1-5) (ISBN: 9780740301766; ISBN: 9780740301773; ISBN: 9780740301780; ISBN: 9780740301797; AND ISBN: 9780740301803). Since this is a 1 se-mester class, the books may not be covered in their entirety. The class will use them as a framework to gain the most valuable information through class discussion and projects. There is no copy fee for this class.

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... General Science

Using the textbook Exploring Creation with General Science, 1st edition, by Dr. Jay Wile, stu-dents will learn the scientific method, basic science terminology,

classifications, and divisions, as well as perform experiments together weekly. Supplies needed include the text (test booklet is NOT needed) and a lab report binder with paper.

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Spanish 1/2

Maricarmen Conway 7-12th grade

In this class we will learn to conjugate verbs, and learn vocabulary in order to have real life con-versations in Spanish. We will learn about the hispanic culture including traditions, culture, holi-days and cuisine. We will use the book Spanish Now, 7th edition. Copy fee: $20

Sacred Scripture David Williams 7-12th grade

The course will lead students closer to Christ by giving them tools to read/study the Bible. It will be similar in format to Mr. Williams’s Devout Heart program and will use his own material so no textbook will be required, although each student will need their own Bible. Students will not be reading the Bible cover to cover but instead they will study themes of the Bible and learn how to navigate through the “living” Word of God. The focus will not be on memorization but stu-dents will be memorizing some scripture based on the themes they will be covering. We will also be going through Pope Benedict XVI’s apostolic letter “Dei Verbum”. In addition, the course will include an introduction to Lectio Divina. Homework may be 1-2 hours a week, which will involve scripture memorization and personal journaling.

Copy Fee: $5

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family Algebra I

This course uses the Saxon Algebra 1, 3rd edition book. This book covers all the topics in a first-year algebra course and builds the algebraic foundation essential for all students to solve increasingly complex problems. Lessons 1-120 will be covered. Copy fee: $5.00

Literature Lab Maria Byers 9-12th grade

This class will provide multiple opportunities for students in high school who are in need of as-sistance achieving the necessary literature credits for the year. There will be a list of possible book choices along with questions, study guides and tests available and I will provide grading and assistance. I will also be available for students who are enrolled in an alternative Literature/ writing class who simply want to sign up for any necessary guidance/suggestions to complete schoolwork.

One time class fee of $20 Medieval History

Mike Bardot 8th-12th grade

The goal of this course is to introduce students to the historical narrative of the medieval world. The scope of this course will cover the middle ages, from 284 to 1453 A.D. The focus of the course will be to develop the historical narrative in relation to its effect upon Europe.

No textbook required – this is a lecture class.

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... Biology (this class is 1 1/2 hours long)

Text: Exploring Creation with Biology, 2nd edition. Wile and Durnell are the authors. Darwin’s Black Box, Michael Behe.

This course will cover the material in the entire book and will include lab work for each chapter. Students will be expected to have assignments completed for each class, and ability to work independently is required. Lab fee covers the cost for the following specimens: earthworm, crayfish, perch, frog and a fetal pig.

Memory Skills (1st semester) -- Creative Writing (2nd semester) David Williams

7-12th grade

Memory Skills

This course covers the fundamentals of research and memorization, advanced loci theory, ad-vanced hagiography, and adad-vanced contextual studies in history. Using a proven model, each student will be able to effectively memorize over 200 saints, events, councils, heresies, and more to aid them in their knowledge of Church history. The memorization skills gained in this class will prepare each student for advanced learning and will also supply additional content for their verbal and written presentations.

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family Creative Writing

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family ACT Math Prep Course (1st semester)

The focus of this course will be to teach students strategies for excelling on the ACT, learn time-saving tips to arrive at the right answer faster and review basic math concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry that are covered on the test. Students will be expected to take practice tests at home. Class time will be spent correcting and analyzing the practice tests and teaching strategies for taking the ACT. Ideally this would prepare students for the test on 12/12/2015. Students must have successfully completed Alg. II before taking this course. Copy fee: $15.00

Creative Expressions Emiko Westerfield 7-12th grade

This is a hybrid class where the students will explore different methods (drawing, writing, jour-naling, collage, etcetera) to express themselves. For the class, each student will need a small Thesaurus, a small dictionary, a 6x9 spiral art journal, pencils, erasers, and coloring medium of choice (markers, colored pencils, crayongs, etc). It is a merge of a Creative Writing and an Art Class. They will learn a variety of skills that are useful in other areas of study as well as discov-ering fun ways to express themselves.

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Jr. Drama

Director - Peggy Lanzafame 6-9th grade

Class will begin on the first day of co-op. Participants will be required to attend all Friday classes and plan for a week of intense practice during the week prior to the production.

This is a one semester class with a tech week 1/25/16 - 1/28/16 and performance date of 1/29/16 and 1/30/16. Jr. Drama students must be picked up at 3:15 pm or they may stay on site supervised by their parent.

Each family will be asked to be the “drama parent” for 2-4 classes based on the number of stu-dents that sign up. The “drama parent” will assist the teacher during the class and occasionally walk the halls checking on the rest of the building.

Fee: $45 ($30 for each additional student in the same family)

Checks are due on the first day of class and should be made payable to SLCHA Grammar and Research Paper

Dr. Michael Bardot 9-12th grade

Text: Warner’s Grammar (edition?)

The goal of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the English language and grammar.

Students will be expected to complete the exercises contained within the textbook as well as the memorization of spelling words from lists contained within the book. Additional instruction will include the completion of an 8-12 page research paper at the end of second semester.

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family Learning through Board Games (2nd semester)

Randall Clayton 5th-8th grade

Numerous studies have shown positive links between board games and their ability to enhance learning. The development of the first kindergarten in Germany by Friedrich Froebel was based on the concept of integrating learning with play and games. The game of chess was used during the Middle Ages to teach noblemen how to strategize for battle. The hobby board game industry has seen an enormous rise in popularity in the last decade. As a result, the board games most people have associated with the hobby for many years, i.e. Monopoly, Risk, Trivial Pursuit, etc. are being replaced by a selection of games with a wider variety of themes, game mechanics, and most importantly fun factor. This class will use modern board games (and some classic board games) to enhance learning for the student. Board games will be used to develop and enhance a variety of skills, including collaboration and teamwork, creative development (in thinking and writing), logic and deduction, communication and social interaction, and strategic thinking. Each week, brief in-class discussions and activities will supplement playing board games. While most of the student’s formal class work will take place during class time, there will be a minimal amount of homework required (primarily reading and writing assignments). Game-related ac-tivities (both at-home and in-class) may include, for example, writing reviews of games played, learning a new game and teaching it to the rest of the class, working together as a team in a cooperative game setting, and certain elements of board game design. While the emphasis of the class will be on learning, the students won’t even realize they’re learning because they’ll be having so much fun. No fee will be required for the class. All games used during the class will be provided by the instructor.

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... Foundations in Personal Finance

Tom Heisserer 9-12th grade

Foundations in Personal Finance for Homeschool is a turn-key high school, personal finance cur-riculum that engages students and teaches them practical and relevant financial skills. Topics will include: Saving and Budgeting; Credit and Debt; Financial Planning and Insurance; Income, Taxes and Giving. Students will need to purchase the text book: Foundations in Personal Fi-nance for Homeschool Student Text (ISBN: 13: 9781936948192) – please note this is the new edition (2014 copyright date).

Fee: $10 per student copy fee for this class. Tolkien 2

David Williams 9-12th grade

This course covers Catholic Philosophy in the eyes of Tolkien. The students would continue their reading of Tolkien’s works by spending a great deal of time in the Silmarillion. We will also uti-lize the great book by Dr. Peter Kreeft titled The Philosophy of Tolkien. Students are not re-quired to have already taken the first class but they would need to have already read The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings before the 2nd year class began.

Copy Fee: $5

Fee: $8/student/class, $5/additional student from the same family PE

Mary Auer 7-12th grade

This class will include indoor and outdoor games for a wide variety of popular sports modified for available equipment. Traditional as well as invented games make exercising a positive experience in creative ways to make it fun for all skill levels.

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World History 2 Mike Bardot 9th-12th grade

The goal of this class is to provide students with a detailed historical narrative that outlines the events, persons, and ideas that helped to form the world in which we live. This course is de-signed as a broad survey spanning from the 1450’s to the near present.

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... Sr. Drama

Director - Peggy Dereak 9-12th grade

Sr. Drama is an advanced course for 9th-12th graders who are interested in a little more of an acting challenge. Learn detailed character development, public speaking, dramatic movement, dance and form those amazing bonds of friendship that putting on a show provides. Class will mainly be comprised of rehearsals for a fully staged production. While no textbooks are required, the students will be expected to have read any source material for the play and memorize their lines by a specified date. Performances are in early spring (will be finalized by first week of class) and some evening rehearsals are expected the final week of production.

Each family will be asked to be the “drama parent” for 2-4 classes based on the number of stu-dents that sign up. The “drama parent” will assist the teacher during the class and occasionally walk the halls checking on the rest of the building. Since Sr. Drama is the last class of the day, the “drama parent” will also turn off lights, shut windows and wait for last child to be picked up. Fee: $45 ($30 for each additional student in the same family)