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2014-2015 UHC Middle School Course Descriptions
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Anatomy and Physiology (Grades: 7th/8th)
Art for Middle School (Grades: 7th -8th)
Civics
General Science (Apologia) Grades: 7th- 8th )
Grammar (Grades: 7th- 8th)
Institute for Excellence in Writing Level 1 (Grades: 6th)
Institute for Excellence in Writing Level 2 (Grades: 7th- 9th)
Institute for Excellence in Writing Level 3 (Grades: 8th- 9th)
Intro to Chemistry (Grades: 7th - 8th)
Introduction to Latin (Grades: 7th- 8th)
Introduction to Spanish (Grades: 7th - 8th)
Legos (Simple Machines) (Grade: 6th )
Literature Discussion Grades (Grade: 6th )
Literary Analysis for Middle School (Grades: 7th - 8th)
Intro to Physics: Machines and Motion (Grade: 6th )
Math Transition (Grades: 7th )
Middle School Engineering (Grades: 7th - 9th)
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Pre-Algebra (Grades: 8th)
Anatomy and Physiology Grades: 7th/8th
Teacher: Sarah Alix ● BS in Movement Science with focus in human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, athletic training and motor control
● Graduated summa cum laude- Gordon University in Wenham, MA
● Taught at Upstate Co-op since 2011
● Homeschooling since 2005 with her 4 children
● Taught elementary and youth at her church
● Plays soccer and loves photography
Courses taught at co-op: frequent substitute in Elementary classes, General Science and Life science Text: *Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology (Apologia 2010) by Jeannie Fulbright and Brooke Ryan, M. D. Materials needed and /or fees: *Lab fee $20.00 *Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology (Apologia 2010) textbook *Gray’s Anatomy Coloring Book by Fred Stark (included with lab fee) *Notebook paper and binder or dedicated section of larger binder for taking class notes *Three hole punch (to stay at home) for organizing assignments Course Description: This course covers the human body, from DNA and cell creation to the skeletal, muscular, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, endocrine, immune, and integumentary systems. Experiments, review questions, and a "personal person project" help to solidify understanding. The Gray’s Anatomy Coloring Book and other extension work will augment the main text to ensure that the student will be challenged at the middle school level. Students are given daily reading assignments and take tests at home. The class time consists of lecture and the majority of the lab experiments. There will be some multi-day experiments that need to be completed at home. Parents will be asked to aid students by checking answers to review questions, studying for tests (if needed by student), and proctoring tests sent home by co-op. In order for the student to succeed in this class, they will need to listen in class, take notes and complete all assignments.
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Art for Middle School Grades: 7th - 8th Teacher: Brooke Woody
● BFA in Studio Art from Clemson University in 2001
● Awarded the highest undergraduate awards for Excellence in Art History and the Best Studio Artist at
Clemson
● Taught private art lessons to elementary aged students
● Experiences in theatre set design in Atlanta, GA
● Taught art to elementary aged students at the Torpedo Art Factory just outside of
Washington, D.C.
● Here in Greenville, she continues her own education through classes at the Museum of
Fine Art.
Courses Taught at Co-op: Elementary Art Taught at UHC since 2011 Text: none Materials needed and/or fees: Supplies: Students should have a sketchbook- 11"x 14", pencils and and eraser. No mechanical pencils. Also, a spiral notebook or three-ring binder with notebook paper will be needed for taking notes. All other supplies will be provided by the teacher as needed. Supply fee $25 Course description: The Middle School art course is designed to develop the creative process and to help students derive the meaning of art. Students will explore the methods and media used to create art, and will use these methods in the creation of their own artworks. Students will study historical and cultural examples to inspire their work, and will gain an understanding of the elements and principles of design. Students need not have prior art making experience or "talent" to be successful. Participation and enthusiasm are the keys to success in this class. Grading/ Standards: Grades will be based on the following: Unit quizzes 15%, Participation 50%, Graded Work 35%.
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Civics Teacher: Donna Ringenberg
● B.S. in Music Education, English minor from Bob Jones University, 1976
● Current SC Professional Teachers Certificate in Music Ed., and Elementary Ed.
● Taught private piano, organ, strings since 1977
● Taught at Goldsboro Christian School, NC 1977-78
● Taught at Academy of the Arts, SC 1991-92
● Taught strings at Hampton Park Christian School, SC 1997-99
● Grad work from Converse College, Furman Univ.
● String judge -SCACS -2002, 2003
● Member of the Suzuki Teachers Assoc.
● Listed in Marquis' Who's Who, 2007, 2008
● Director of Classic Stringers, a home school string orchestra since 1999.
● Active with church work: teaching 2nd grade junior church, part time organist, member of the church orchestra, assist with
young musicians in offertories and special numbers, director, ladies chorus at Morningside Baptist Church, Greenville
Materials needed and/or fees: *book provided by co-op “We the People”/ $10 for copied materials to be done by co-op Course Description: Being an election year, this civics class is especially pertinent. First semester we will be staging a mock campaign with class individuals posing as news reporters, pollsters, candidates giving speeches, drawing up campaign posters, writing advertisements and letters to the editor, even registering to vote! Class participation is a vital component. In the process of studying the campaign trail, you will be introduced to words like "incumbent," "constituent," "coattails", "caucus", "platforms" so that when you get to high school government class, you will be familiar with the concepts presented. We'll also talk about propaganda techniques and fallacies used in politics and advertising. You'll have plenty of opportunities to "test" your learning as we peruse political mailings and news articles. Second semester we will be studying from We the People, which delves into American history, from the influence of the English background on the Founders' thinking to the Philadelphia Convention and the Constitution. We will be reading some of the old documents that brought us where we are today, and taking advantage of some great history learning games. The co-op has the textbooks for this course, so there is no purchase necessary for this class. To be successful in this class, students will need to be active participants in class, keep up with written homework assignments and have access to newspapers or news articles via internet (especially 1st semester).
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General Science (Apologia) Grades: 7th- 8th Teacher: Sarah Alix
● BS in Movement Science with focus in human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, athletic training and motor control
● Graduated summa cum laude- Gordon University in Wenham, MA
● Taught at Upstate Co-op since 2011
● Homeschooling since 2005 with her 4 children
● Taught elementary and youth at her church
● Plays soccer and loves photography
Courses taught at co-op: frequent substitute in Elementary classes, General Science and Life science
Text: Exploring Creation with General Science 2nd edition (Apologia) by Dr. Jay Wyle Materials needed and /or fees: *Lab fee $10.00 *Exploring Creation with General Science 2nd edition (Apologia) *Solutions and Tests for Exploring Creation with General Science by Dr. Jay Wyle. *Notebook paper for notes Course Description: This course is designed to be a student’s first systematic introduction to the sciences. The course covers such topics as the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, archaeology, geology, paleontology, biology, and human anatomy and physiology. Students are given daily reading assignments and take all tests at home. The student will be required to do the questions in the book and complete lab write-ups. The instructor will teach the concepts in the chapter and give extension work to make sure that the student is comfortable with the material. The class time consists of lecture and some of the lab experiments, there will be some experiments that will be completed at home. In order for the student to succeed in this class, they will need to complete all assignments. Parents will be asked to: help students set aside time during the week to complete reading assignments and coursework, aid students by checking answers to end of the chapter study questions, help them in studying for tests (if needed by student), and proctor tests sent home by co-op instructor. This class covers a lot of material and is labor intensive for comprehension. This class prepares the student for upper level science.
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Grammar Grades: 7th-8th Teacher: Donna Ringenberg
● B.S. in Music Education, English minor from Bob Jones University, 1976
● Current SC Professional Teachers Certificate in Music Ed., and Elementary Ed.
● Taught private piano, organ, strings since 1977
● Taught at Goldsboro Christian School, NC 1977-78
● Taught at Academy of the Arts, SC 1991-92
● Taught strings at Hampton Park Christian School, SC 1997-99
● Grad work from Converse College, Furman University
● String judge -SCACS -2002, 2003
● Member of the Suzuki Teachers Assoc.
● Listed in Marquis' Who's Who, 2007, 2008
● Director of Classic Stringers, a home school string orchestra, since 1999.
● Active with church work: teaching 2nd grade junior church, part time organist, member of the church orchestra, assist with
young musicians in offertories and special numbers, director, ladies chorus at Morningside Baptist Church, Greenville
Text: Shurley Method- English Made Easy
Materials needed and/or fees: Shurley English level 7 student textbook (paperback) Course Description: Shurley English is a highly acclaimed English program with outstanding results in raising standardized test scores in students nationwide. The hallmark is helping students incorporate a strong foundation of grammar and language skills to create effective communication - writing or speaking. With skill and application tests, plenty of review and a jingle section, level 7 (which does not mean only 7th graders) covers parts of speech, adjective phrases, object complements, participles, comparative and superlative adverbs, prepositional phrases, sentences, capitalization, punctuation, library and study skills, subject-verb agreements, word choice and editing techniques. Writing components are included as a requirement for ALL English courses; however, these sections of the book will not be assigned for this course. If students are NOT taking any other writing class, parents may use these sections on your own. As always, I am available for questions or assistance. We will be covering approximately 10 pages per week. Each Monday, we will be going over assigned homework from the week before PLUS explain new material. To be successful in this class, you MUST bring your book, pencil and an attentive mind each Monday. You must put in the DAILY effort. Do NOT wait until the weekend to do your homework. All quizzes and tests will be taken at home.
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Institute for Excellence in Writing Level 1 Grades: 6th
Prerequisite: Parents must order “Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Seminar and Practicum Workbook AND complete the parent/teacher course, which is in the summer prior to the start of co-op. Teacher: Stephanie George
● Undergraduate degree in Human Communications
● Masters Degree in Business Communications
● Teaching Certified in Georgia and South Carolina
● Homeschooling since 1999
● Taught writing and literature to Middle School and High school students for 2 years prior to Upstate
● Taught at Co-op since 2007
Text: The Institute for Excellence in Writing. Required Text is for the parent – Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Seminar and Practicum Workbook, which can be purchased at Lifelong Learning resources, School Spot, or directly from the IEW website, http://www.excellenceinwriting.com. Materials needed and /or fees: Required Parents Materials: *Parents must purchase Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Seminar and Practicum Workbook AND complete the UHC parent/teacher course before the student may enroll. The UHC parent/teacher course, TWSS, will be held during the summer. Required text is for the parent and can be purchased at Lifelong Learning Resources or directly from the IEW website at http://www.excellenceinwriting.com/sw. The teacher notebook alone is sufficient for our class. Parents do not need to buy the DVDs. Required Student Materials: Each student must have the IEW notebook that was used in the 5th grade class. If the student is new to UHC the SWI level B packet must be purchased. Course Description: This class will require daily parent supervision/teaching. We will be teaching the Student Intensive Continuation Course (SICC) combined with the Student Writing Intensive Course (SWI). Research has shown that if our students can write well by the end of junior high, then they will be more successful in all areas of high school work. Since mastery of structure and style is the purpose of this course, use this program across your own curriculum to fit your child’s individual needs. Students need to be working on IEW material every day in order to obtain mastery (as per Mr. Pudewa). Assignments will be given on the material presented in class. All assignments will be due the following week. Parents will be given different checklists during this course. You are to use these to grade your child’s work. (The students should read the checklist and actually check off all items for the assignment.) The parent should make sure the final copy is completed and then sign or initial the checklist. however, turning in the assignments offers the students some outside accountability. If you know your child will miss a class – go ahead and work through the material together. Contact me and I will let you know what the assignment should be for the following week. This is so that your child will not be behind when s/he returns. I will be presenting this course through the IEW DVD in class; however, YOU are the primary teacher! It is imperative that you know and understand the material presented in the workbook mentioned above.
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Institute for Excellence in Writing Level 2 Grades: 7th- 9th Prerequisite: IEW 1 Teacher: Karla Partin
● BA in Psychology from Meredith College
● K-4th teacher certification
● Taught kindergarten and second grade in Wake and Guilford counties in NC
● Has taught preschool in church weekday program as well as Bible Study Fellowship International
● Homeschooling since 2002
● Taught at Co-op since 2005
Courses taught at Co-op: Latin, Middle School writing classes, K5 Teacher: Tonyan Rowland
● BGS in Sociology from Furman University ● AB in paralegal science from Greenville Tech ● Homeschooling since 2009 ● taught at co-op since 2011 ● has taught Language Arts, Science, Economics, History, and 1st grade ● taught at TFBC in Preschool ministry K3
courses taught at co-op: 1st grade Text: Required Text is for the parent – Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Seminar and Practicum Workbook, which can be purchased at Lifelong Learning Resources or directly from the IEW website. A parent also must have attended UHC’s IEW parent training course.
Materials needed and /or fees: *The student should already have an IEW notebook used in IEW 1. *Lined notebook paper Course Description: We will be teaching the Student Intensive Continuation Course, Level B (SICC B). This course will pick up where SICC Level A and SWI B leaves off. All levels will have assignments that will last your student all week. Students will be expected to take notes during class. Like the previous IEW classes, this writing class requires a considerable amount of parent involvement. Parents are required to edit papers with students each week, as well as sign the checklist indicating their involvement throughout the week.
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Institute for Excellence in Writing Level 3 Grades: 8th- 9th Prerequisite: IEW 1 and 2 Teacher: Rebecca Wagner
● BA in English
● Masters in Secondary Education from University of South Carolina
● SC state certified
● Taught English and AP English at James F. Byrnes High School in Duncan, SC
● Taught at Upstate Co-op since 2010
Courses taught at Co-op: IEW Texts: There is no text required for IEW 3. The student should have the notebook from IEW 2. Materials needed and/or fee:
● IEW student notebook from the previous year,
● · IEW Student Resource Notebook: available in hardcopy or PDF download ○ http://iew.com/shop/products/studentresourcenotebook
(One time purchase per family—you may use your notebook from a previous year if you have it already.) ● ∙ one manila envelope (9×12 or larger, needed second semester) ● ∙ plenty of notebook paper and pencils and/or pens ● ∙ also helpful for the course: a small student dictionary and any English handbook ●
Course Description: IEW 3 covers the Student Intensive Continuation Course, Level C (SICC C). This class is meant to be a transition from IEW to highschool English. IEW 3 focuses primarily on the Essay Writing component of IEW (Unit VIII). Students will complete three major compositions first semester and a SuperEssay second semester. We will also be working on grammar/usage, MLA format, transitions, and other elements of composition throughout the year. Students will be expected to take notes in class and will have daily writing assignments at home, most of which will be components of longterm essays laid out in a daybyday schedule. Students will work with greater independence than in previous IEW classes, but daily parental involvement is still necessary for success in the class. Parents are required to edit papers with students, as well as sign the checklist indicating their involvement throughout the week.
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Intro to Chemistry Grades: 7th and 8th Teacher: Jessica LaChappell
● B.S. in Chemistry Cum Laude California State University 2004
● Worked in environmental and industrial chemical industry
● Homeschooling since 2008
Courses taught at UHC: Legos
Text: Gods Design for Chemistry and Ecology “Atoms and Molecules” and “Properties of Matter”(two books). Materials needed and/or fees: $10 lab fee -3 ring binder -5 dividers -calculator -12 inch ruler -Highlighter -colored pencils -pens and pencils Optional: Molecular Model Student Kit (They run between 20-30 dollars on amazon but if you could find a used one they create a great visual for students) http://www.amazon.com/3B-Scientific-Inorganic-Organic- Molecular/dp/B005NWGISS/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1390015197&sr=8- 4&keywords=molecular+kit
Course Description:
This course is designed to be a students first introduction to Chemistry and give them insight on how God designed our world. We will be using two books from the curriculum Gods design for Chemistry and Ecology called “Atoms and Molecules” and “Properties of Matter”. The course will cover the basic elements, bonding reactions, applications of chemistry, states of matter, and classifying/ measurement of matter. There will be many hands-on activities and experiments. This is a great way to prepare your student for high school chemistry and expose them to the applications of Chemistry. To be successful in this course, students need to be taking or have taken pre-algebra. Students will be
responsible for the assigned reading, homework, taking in class notes, and at home tests.
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Introduction to Latin Grades: 7th- 8th Teacher: Karla Partin
● BA in Psychology from Meredith College
● K-4th teacher certification
● Taught kindergarten and second grade in Wake and Guilford counties in NC
● Has taught preschool in church weekday program as well as Bible Study Fellowship International
● Homeschooling since 2002
● Taught at Co-op since 2005
Courses taught at Co-op: Latin, Middle School writing classes, K5
Text: Latin For Children, Primer A – see below Materials: text, 3-ring binder
Course Description: Since Latin is one of my favorite subjects, I am thrilled to have the opportunity to study this wonderful language
with our students at UHC. The curriculum we use is called Latin for Children, Primer A. This text is designed for beginning Latin students. NOTE: This is a new curriculum for this class; it is truly an introduction to Latin and moves at a slower pace than our previous text. Please use the link below to purchase the textbook; the text is also available at Lifelong Learning Resources.
The Latin for Children Primer A is the heart of the Latin for Children (LFC) program. Each workbook text is engaging, incremental, creative, and filled with clear grammatical explanations written expressly for the student. Exercises, tests, and a sizable and useful reference section are also included. Lessons include a plethora of mnemonic aids (songs, chants) that enable students to learn vocabulary and grammar with ease and delight. http://classicalacademicpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_6_13&products_id=2
In order for a student to be successful in this class, he or she should be able and willing to memorize a weekly vocabulary list and have a good working knowledge of English grammar. Also, students will need to commit to twenty to thirty minutes of Latin homework DAILY.
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Introduction to Spanish Grades: 7th - 8th Teacher: Jennifer Reyes
● Double major graduate in Social Work and Spanish from Asbury College in 1995
● Masters degree in Elementary Education from University of Alabama
● Taught 1st-3rd grade in Guayaquil, Equador at bi-lingual school 1995-2002
● Taught 4th grade at Taylors Elementary School in 2003
● Taught Special Ed at Crestview Elementary in 2004.
● Taught at Co-op since 2010
● Teaches ESL with her husband in a ministry to the Hispanic community
Text: None required.
Materials needed and/or fees: Binder for handouts and taking notes. Since a portion of this class uses an online video series, the
student must have access to a computer. Typing skills are not necessary, but are helpful.
Course Description: This is an introduction to Spanish for the middle school student. The students will learn a wide range of vocabulary
and phrases. They will also learn frequently used verbs and how to conjugate them in the present tense. They will work on correct pronunciation and accent. This will be done through several mediums including games, oral class work and written work. The vocabulary taught coincides with an online video series through the BBC called “Mi Vida Loca.” This is an interactive video where the student is actually a character in the story and travels with the main character through Spain. There the student will learn the necessary Spanish in all kinds of social situations such as common greetings, getting directions, ordering food in a café, and many more. The work done in this class will be directed towards preparing the student for high school Spanish 1.
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Legos (Simple Machines) Grades: 6th Teacher: Jessica LaChappell
● B.S. in Chemistry Cum Laude California State University 2004
● Worked in environmental and industrial chemical industry
● Homeschooling since 2008
Courses taught at UHC: Legos
Text: No text is required for this course. Materials needed and /or fees: Materials are provided for this class. The fee for this class is included in the 6th grade Science fee.
Course Description: Students will learn how simple machines (including levers, wheel/axles and gears) work and are used to produce different types of movement. Lego Dacta kits provide a fun, hands-on way to explore and experiment with simple machines. We will explore the physics principles of motion, forces and work. This class will be the hands-on portion of Science for 6th grade in correlation with Intro to Physics: Machines and Motion
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Literature Discussion Grades: 6th Teacher: Stephanie George
● Undergraduate degree in Human Communications
● Masters Degree in Business Communications
● Teaching Certified in Georgia and South Carolina
● Homeschooled since 1999
● Taught writing and literature to Middle School and High school students for 2 years prior to Upstate
● Taught at Co-op since 2007
Text: Books to be from the following list (not all books will be read): The Shakespeare Stealer by Gary Blackwood Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett Sounder by William Howard Armstrong Master Puppeteer Katherine Paterson Number the Stars Lois Lowery Rip Van Winkle and the Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving Sign of the Beaver Elizabeth George Spears The Incredible Journey by Shelia Burnford King Arthur Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson Course Description: The purpose of this class is to help the student expand his/her knowledge of literary terms, depth of understanding from the authors viewpoint, and to compare and contrast the book to the Biblical understanding and how it is similar or different. Please expect the student to read at least 3-4 chapters a week in preparation for class. Students will also complete the vocabulary section at home for homework. The majority of class time will be spent discussing and challenging the student in his/her thought process. We will refer to different sections of the book and read them aloud for a better understanding. Homework is to be done every week; there will be no exceptions. It holds the student back if he is not prepared to discuss every week. Each student will need to own a copy of the book. The class will be taught on an advanced thinking level. Even if your student has "read" a book listed, being in a book study will open up another world to them when discussing the content of the book.
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Literary Analysis for Middle School Grades: 7th and 8th Teachers: Shandi Stevenson and Tonya Hall Shandi Stevenson
● BA Literature in English Excelsior College 2004 ● MA Humanities California State University 2013 ● Freelance writer and tutor Courses taught at UHC Previously: Intro to IEW HS Literature and MS literature Middle School Journalism 5th Grade Introduction to IEW Taught at UHC since 2009
Tonya Hall ● Associate degree of Science from North Greenville University ● Bachelors of Science from Winthrop University ● Youth Ministry Leader to girls for 18 years ● Homeschooling parent since 2003 ● married/ four children ● womens retreat speaker ● writer for Josh McDowell Ministries ● school librarian at Alpharetta Christian Academy
UHC positions: Middle School Coordinator
2014-2015 School Year Required Books
**Note: The specific editions below are recommended, not required. If you would like to use another edition, you are welcome to do so as long as A) it is the complete, original, unabridged version, and B) you and your student can assume responsibility for finding the correct chapters and pages when/if they differ from those of the edition the teacher is using. Students are welcome to use audio and electronic versions of their books for their reading at home; paper versions of the books—whether the actual book or printed from the free, legal online sources listed below—are required in class! No e-readers permitted in class.
● Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne (0486411117) http://www.gutenberg.org/files/103/103-h/103-h.htm
● The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain (1580496725) ● Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson (0553212605) ● “As You Like It” by William Shakespeare (1411401042) ● Short Stories: Edgar Allen Poe: “The Purloined Letter” (This one is not scary)(1492251275)
http://poestories.com/read/purloined and James Thurber: “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” (0141182911) ● POETRY UNIT—“The Charge of the Light Brigade” by Tennyson and selected poems by Robert Frost (teacher will provide) ● Alice In Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (0486275434) http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11 ● Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift (0486292738) http://www.literatureproject.com/gulliver-travel/ ● “Cyrano de Bergerac” by Edmond Rostand (1854591177)
** Summer reading to be read by first day of class in September is Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne
2015-2016 School Year
Required Books (subject to change):
Short Stories: Guy de Maupassant: The Diamond Necklace and O. Henry: The Ransom of Red Chief
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne
Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan
The Hound of the Bakservilles by Authur Conan Doyle
The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells
Selected Poems by Dickinson and Whitman
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Page 2 Literature Analysis for Middle School
Course Description: Students will gain an understanding of the development of literature and will practice the skills of close literary analysis through
creative hands-on variety of assignments. Special attention will be given to literary terms and analysis. Please note that this is not a
complete English course for the student. The parent will need to add the other components of an English course, which are grammar,
writing, and vocabulary. IF your child has previously completed a strong grammar curriculum, and this class is paired with IEW 2 or IEW3
this will be your complete English course. However we recommend that you continue a vocabulary program. In order to be successful
in this class your student should be able to follow a syllabus for assignments, participate in teacher - facilitated class discussions, and
follow directions to write papers relating to the works studied.
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Intro to Physics: Machines and Motion 6th grade Teacher: Carolyn Collett
● Bachelors of Science degree from Virginia Tech in Technology Education.
● SC certified Technology Education teacher with 8 years of experience in the public schools.
● Served on the curriculum development team for SC Technology Education, textbook
● adoption advisor, board member of the South Carolina Technology Education
Association, and student advisor for the South Carolina Technology Student Association.
● Teacher at the Co-op since 2008.
Courses taught at UHC: Middle School Engineering, HS Engineering 1and 2 Text: Text: God’s Design for the Physical World-Machines and Motion. Materials needed and/or fees: The fee for this class is included in the 6th grade Science fee. Course Description: God’s Design for the Physical World- Machines in Motion is a physical science curriculum designed for 3-8th graders. The course covers such topics as: Mechanical forces, Simple Machines, Kinematics, and Dynamics. Each lesson will have at least one hands-on activity that will provide for additional learning experiences. Parents will be asked to: help students set aside time during the week to complete reading assignments and coursework, aid students by checking answers to the end of the lesson study questions, help them in studying for tests (if needed by student), and proctor tests sent home by the teacher. To be successful in this class, the student should be able to read through a chapter a week and be prepared to take a test on the information the following week. The
student should also be able to listen in class and take notes.
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Math Transition Grades: 7th Teacher: Andi Scoggins
● BS in Physical Education with a minor in math from Lander University in 1995
● Taught high school math and K-8th physical education
● Taught with the Co-op since 2006
● Main goal is to serve God first
Courses taught at Co-op: Math transition and Pre-algebra Text: Abeka Basic Mathematics Materials needed and/or fees: Abeka Basic Mathematics Student Workbook and Test/Quiz book Course Description: This course is for the 7th grader who needs a refresher in the basics. It includes everything from long division to decimals, percentages, and algebra. This class will help solidify math skills. This class is taught on the middle school schedule of 24 weeks and meets on Mondays and Wednesdays. Please be aware that Middle School students are not allowed in the High School study hall, and therefore must be pick up immediately following class on Wednesdays.
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Middle School Engineering Grades: 7th - 9th Teacher: Carolyn Collet
● Bachelors of Science degree from Virginia Tech in Technology Education.
● SC certified Technology Education teacher with 8 years of experience in the public schools.
● Served on the curriculum development team for SC Technology Education, textbook
● Adoption advisor, board member of the South Carolina Technology Education
● Association, and student advisor for the South Carolina Technology Student Association.
● Teacher at the Co-op since 2008.
Courses taught at UHC: Middle School Engineering, HS Engineering 1and 2
Text: No text is required for this course. Materials needed and /or fees: Lab fee: $35 for materials. Extra materials needed by each student include: A low-temp glue gun and glue sticks, ruler (standard and metric), small hand tools (needle nosed pliers, screwdrivers, X-acto knife), graph paper (engineering graph paper or standard ¼ inch), and a 3 ring binder with 5
tabbed dividers. Course Description: This course is designed as an introductory study of engineering and architecture, which provides an opportunity for students to learn through hands-on projects the processes and knowledge needed to solve problems. Units include team building,
transportation, architecture, construction, electronics, and various “out of the box” problem solving projects.
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Pre-Algebra Grades: 8th Teacher: Andi Scoggins
● BS in Physical Education with a minor in math from Lander University in 1995
● Taught high school math and K-8th physical education
● Taught with the Co-op since 2006
● Main goal is to serve God first
Courses taught at Co-op: Math transition and Pre-algebra Text: Abeka Pre-algebra Materials needed and/or fees: Abeka Pre-algebra student workbook and Test/Quiz book Prerequisite: Math Transition Course Description: This is a math course for the 8th grade student taught as a prep for Algebra 1. It is strongly recommended that the student take Math Transition before taking this class. This class is taught on the middle school schedule of 24 weeks and meets on Mondays and Wednesdays. Please be aware that Middle School students are not allowed in the High School study hall, and therefore must be pick up immediately following class on Wednesdays.
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