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Reading, Grammar and Writing Classes: PreK-Kind Reading Rocks! [email protected] click here for supplies Goal: Pre-K and Kindergarten students will engage in multi-sensory, hands–on activities that foster academic success in the area of reading and promote age appropriate social skills.
This class will center around each child’s needs and abilities with emphasis on reading readiness skills and learning to read. The planned activities will be geared to the developmental level of the children.
Skills will be acquired through the use of children’s literature, weekly themes, music and movement, arts and crafts, group and individual activities.
The following skills will be taught:
Academic Skills:
Readiness Skills (rhyming, story telling, sequencing, letter knowledge) Language Development Phonemic Awareness Phonics Comprehension Vocabulary Development Fluency Sight Word Development
Social/Emotional Skills: Learning to look and listen while others speak Playing and working cooperatively with peers Respecting adults and other children Learning to share and take turns Supplies needed (overlap from math class) *Writing journal White board (one side lined, one side no lines) Box of dry erase markers Old sock (works great for eraser) Box of pencils (fat or skinny, whatever your child prefers) Large pink eraser Box of crayons (8 pack) Fiskar Scissors Red poly folder with pockets and prongs Shoebox, decorated with your child’s name (we will keep supplies in it) Throughout the year other supplies may be requested, depending on our needs Kindergarten: Primary Writing Journal (lined pages with blank space for pictures) Pre-K Students who are just beginning to write: You can purchase the above journal if you think your
child is ready or purchase a journal that has blank pages with no lines.
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 Literature / Reading Experiencing Literature Instructor: Janet Carney [email protected] Experiencing Literature exposes students to the rich language and enduring truths found in classical literature. The books are carefully selected to promote oral and written language development. For this reason, vocabulary, sentence structure and writing style are of paramount importance. Moreover, the story content is carefully considered for moral value, age appropriateness and student interest. Before students can intelligently discuss literature, they must first understand what they read. In the Experiencing Literature classes, students engage with the story through drama, interview, oral recitation and role-playing. These activities take readers into the heart of the story where they are active participants rather than passive bystanders, observing the suspense and action from the sidelines! Emotionally and intellectually invested in the book, students are eager to engage in lively discussion and rigorous debate. Experiencing Literature encourages the exchange of ideas and the birth of new revelation! Children in the lower grades also interpret poetry through recitation, choral speaking and dance. While students are getting lost in the adventure of a favorite story, they are simultaneously building vocabulary, increasing comprehension, and developing critical and analytical thinking skills, which are life time learning tools. In addition to training the mind, Experiencing Literature focuses on building the spirit. The word of God comes alive as students perceive the relationship between scriptural principles and hidden truths imbedded in the stories. The unique benefit of Experiencing Literature is experiencing the power of God’s word in each book as the story unfolds. Experiencing Literature. It’s is more than a story! Master Book List Information
TITLE AUTHOR ISBN
Grades: 1, 2
Doctor De Soto William Steig 0-374-41810-1
Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin Lloyd Moss 0-689-83524-8
Mirette on the High Wire Emily Arnold McCully 0-698-11443-4
Laura’s Star Klaus Baumgart 1-58925-374-4
The Gardener Sarah Stewart 978-0-312-36749-7
The Runaway Bunny Margaret Wise Brown 978-0-06-443018-0
Ox-Cart Man Donald Hall 0-14-050441-9
Thunder Cake Patricia Polacco 0-698-11581-3
Chrysanthemum Kevin henkes 0-688-14732-1
Clever Jack Takes the Cake Candace fleming 978-0-375-95697-3
A Pocketful of Cricket Rebeca Caudill 0-8050-7524-0
The Thanksgiving Story (2) Alice Dalgliesh 978-0-689-71053-7
Sylvester and the Magic Pebble William jSteig 0-671-66269-4
The Courage of Sarah Noble (2) Alice Dalgliesh 0-689-71540-4
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The Velveteen Rabbit (2) Margery Williams 0-679-80333-5
A Lion to Guard You (5) Clyde Robert Bulla 978-0-06-440333-7
Abby Against The Storm Marcia Vaughan 1-58270-007-9
Charlotte’s Web (5) E.B. White 978-0-06440055-8
Red Kite, Blue Kite Ji-Li Jiang 978-142312753-6
TITLE AUTHOR ISBN
Grades 3, 4
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Roald Dahl 978-0-14-241031-8
Misty of Chincoteague Marguerite Henry 978-4169-2783-9
Dangerous Journey --------------------- 0-8028-3619-4
Bound for Oregon Jean Van Leevwen 0-14-038319-0
The Sign of the Beaver Elizabeth George Speare 0-440-47900-2
TITLE AUTHOR ISBN
Grades 5,6
The Witch of Blackbird Pond Elizabeth George Speare 0-440-49596-2
The Secret Garden Francis Hodgson Burnett 0-06-440188-X
God King Joanne Williamson 9-781883-937737
Johnny Tremain Esther Forbes 0-440-44250-8
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Mark Twain 0-670-86985-6
TITLE AUTHOR ISBN
Grades 7, 8, 9
The Bronze Bow Elizabeth George Speare 978-0-395-13719-2
The Virginian Owen Wister 978-1-59308-236-9
Great Expectations Charkes Dickins 1-56619-441-5
The Call of the Wild Jack London 0-14-036669-5
The Scarlet Pimpernel Baroness Orczy 978-1-59308-234-5
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TITLE AUTHOR ISBN
Grades: 9, 10,11,12
My Antonia Willa Cather 1-5661-9487-3
A Raisin in the Sun Lorraine Hansburry 0679755330
To Kill A Mockingbird Harper Lee 978-0-06-093546-7
Jane Eyre Charlotte Bronte -------------------
The Chosen Chaim Potok 0-449-91154-3
Literature Read, Reflect, Write High School Grades Instructor: Ms. Janet Carney [email protected] (2 hour class) Mondays. The Books: The Scarlet Pimpernel, Jane Eyre. To Kill a Mockingbird, My Antonia, The Chosen, Short Stories (2) The Course: The high school literature course, above all, encourages students to engage in open discussion on compelling themes in great literature. The introduction of each book begins with the historical background as a foundation for the story plot. Before reading page one, students are challenged to consider, discuss and debate different points of view on issues such as hypocrisy, prejudice, identity, forgiveness, and …. the list goes on. After a lot of deliberation and discussion, students form opinions of their own and defend their claims. Finally, they consider initial opinions made at the beginning of each novel to see if they have changed by the end of the book. College Prep Reading Instructor: Ms. Janet Carney [email protected] Book: Ten Steps to Advancing College Reading Skills by John Langan, Fifth Edition, Published by Townsend Press /www.townsendpress.com/800-772-6410 and a vocabulary book: Advancing Vocabulary Skills by Sherrie L. Nist., ISBN-10 1-59194-193-8. Who is eligible? Eighth grade and high school students are eligible. What are the requirements? This is a two-semester course, which requires students make a one-year commitment. Students need the (2) books listed. Why this course is important? Reading is an active process requiring critical and analytical thinking skills. Unfortunately many students do not understand this concept; instead, they view reading as a passive exercise: simply glancing over words on a page. With this misunderstanding, many students enter college unaware they are ill equipped for academic reading. Consequently, they flounder and lose ground precisely because they don’t have the reading skills to identify main ideas, perceive relationships or the ability to make inferences. Without mastery of these reading techniques, comprehension and note-taking skills are compromised. Instead of reading with confidence and understanding, they read superficially, without focus or purpose. Unfortunately, such deficits lead to poor learning experiences, low grades, and low self-esteem. Who would benefit from Reading Techniques? Reading Techniques is a course for students who want to advance in academic reading. Since textbooks require analytical and critical reading skills, students with these skills are more likely to avoid frustration and succeed in their studies. Motivated and disciplined students are good candidates for RT and will enjoy immense benefits from this course. What are some of the benefits? Reading Techniques covers reading strategies and skills for academic reading. The basic benefits are increased comprehension and stronger vocabulary. As students advance in reading skills, they also learn to take efficient notes and write organized papers. Reading Techniques is preparation for college entrance exams and for academic success. One of the most important benefits is the practical application of the reading skills. Using their current textbooks, students will apply the reading techniques they are learning.
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15
Grammar Writing/ Grammar (Grades 3rd / 4th) Instructor: Janet Carney [email protected] Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales Writing Lessons by IEW. 78-1-62341-206-7 click here to order book: Writing/ Grammar (Grades: 5th/6th) Instructor: Janet Carney [email protected] Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales Writing Lessons by IEW. 78-1-62341-206-7 click here to order book: AND Jr. Analytical Grammar only http://www.analyticalgrammar.com/junior-analytical-grammar Grammar (Grades: 7th/8th) and Grammar (Grades: 9th-12th) Instructor: Janet Carney [email protected] Analytical Grammar Workbook Analytical Grammar teaches English grammar, punctuation, and usage. It is designed to be taught in three grammar “seasons” (see timeline) over three years; however, it is flexible enough to be adapted to a one year schedule. AG has been used successfully with all students from the learning disabled to the highly gifted. This innovative and logical method is not only extremely effective, but makes learning grammar fun. Analytical Grammar is an easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach that will prepare your student for high school and college-level work. We will work to complete the entire book in both levels. The following year will be book completion and reinforcement. Writing Grades: 7th/8th Instructor: Janet Carney [email protected] Writing with Skill Level 1 Student Workbook 30-WWSS1-1e This book gives every student the necessary tools to write with clarity and confidence.
For students in the middle grades and above, Writing With Skill provides essential training in organization, composition structure, and research methods.
Written directly to the student, this series encourages the student to take the initiative in developing basic writing skills. It gives straightforward, detailed explanations of how to construct and organize compositions and provides careful, clear analysis of models from great writers.
The text teaches students how to write about topics in history, science, literature and poetry. All source material for assignments is provided--no other books are needed.
Skills Taught: ~ One- and two-level outlining. ~ Writing chronological narratives, biographical sketches, descriptions, and sequences across the curriculum ~ Constructing basic literary essays on fiction and poetry ~ Researching and documenting source material Features of the Program: ~ Writing assignments are modeled on examples from great literature and classic nonfiction ~ Student workbook encourages independence by directing all assignments to the student ~ Instructor Text (sold separately) provides scripted dialogue to use when the student has difficulty, plus detailed guidance on how to evaluate the student's work.
Writing (Grades: 9th-12th) Instructor: Janet Carney [email protected]: Real Writing with Readings sixth edition, author, Susan Anker, ISBN 978-1-4576-0199-6 With efficient and engaging instruction and a consistent focus on why writing matters in the real world, Real Writing delivers a powerful message to students: Good writing skills are both achievable and essential. Concise Four Basics boxes and engaging paragraph- and essay-writing chapters present writing instruction in clear, manageable increments. The Four Most Serious Errors and other sentence-level chapters cover grammar in a lively and supportive way, with abundant opportunities for practice and application. As always, Susan Anker encourages students to connect what they learn with their own goals and with the needs and
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 expectations of the larger world. In Profiles of Success, former students, now employed in a variety of professions, speak frankly about their experiences in school and after graduation, with examples of the types of writing their current jobs require. In this edition, Anker does far more to build students' critical thinking, critical reading, and argument skills and adds innovative new assignments, readings, and visuals. Real Writing with Readings is now integrated with Learning Curve — online, adaptive quizzing activities that reinforce what students learn in the book.
Math
PreK-Kind Counting on You! [email protected] click here for supplies Goal: Pre-K and Kindergarten students will engage in multi-sensory, hands–on activities that foster academic success in the area of math and promote age appropriate social skills . This class will center around each child’s needs and abilities with emphasis on math readiness skills and basic math skills. The planned activities will be geared to the developmental level of the children. Skills will be acquired through a hands-on approach with the use of manipulatives and will be presented in whole group, small group and individual based on the needs of each student. The following skills will be taught: Academic Skills:
Shapes, Matching and Set, Following Pattern, Classification, Sorting, Graphing, Number sense and numeration, Recognizing and writing numerals, Numbers and operations, Simple Measurements, Time and Money, Calendar, Basic Math vocabulary
Social/Emotional Skills: Learning to look and listen while others speak, Playing and working cooperatively with peers,
Respecting adults and other children, Learning to share and take turns, Supplies Needed (may overlap from Reading class), White board, Math journal, box of dry erase
markers, old sock, pencils, box of crayons (8 pack), Fiskar scissors, Green poly folder with packets and fasteners,
Books needed: Kinder-Math
Elementary Math with Math-U-See (Grade School) Ms. Michele Wilson [email protected]. click here for supplies and books Math-U-See is designed to teach students specific skills that build as the student progresses. This systematic and cumulative approach uses a definite, logical sequence of concept instruction. The Math-U-See system is structured with step-by-step procedures for introducing, reviewing, practicing, and mastering concepts. Each lesson teaches using mufti-sensory tools such as videos, manipulatives, and other resources, designed to appeal to any type of learner. Each class will begin with an introduction to the materials in a lesson through examples, words, and the manipulatives (where appropriate). Then, through games, activities, and the student workbook, the topic is practiced. The typical Math U See lesson includes 7 practice pages, one of which is a review of previous lessons. The student will, on average, complete three practice pages, leaving the “at home” work more manageable for both the student and the parent-teacher. Textbook & Resources: Student Text for appropriate level (alpha through zeta), manipulative block set, Instructor’s Set (optional)
Mr. D Math Classes – Mr. Dennis Dinoia 941-240-2957 [email protected] www.MrDmath.com Pre-Algebra- Prerequisite: grade equivalent 5 completion, child is fluent with multiplication facts Chapters 1. The tools and language of Algebra 2. Operations with Integers and the real number system 3. Solving Equations 4. Number Theory - Factors and Fractions 5. Number Theory – Place Value and Decimals 6. Ratio, Proportion and Percent Semester I exam 7. Inequalities 8. Graphing Linear Equations 9. Introduction to Functions and Relations 10. Radical Expressions, Roots and Exponential Models 11. Polynomials and Non-Linear Functions 12. Statistics and Probability Semester II exam Algebra I- Prerequisites: Completion of pre-algebra curriculum Chapters 1. Preparing for Algebra - the tools and language of Algebra 2. Integers, Rational and Irrational Numbers – The distributive property 3. Solving Linear Equations 4. Graphing Linear Functions and Relations 5. Graphing Linear Inequalities 6. Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 Semester I Exam 7. Polynomials 8. Factoring and Quadratic Expressions 9. Solving Quadratic and Exponential Functions 10. Radical Expressions and Equations 11. Rational Functions and Equations 12. Statistics and Probability Semester II Exam Geometry - Prerequisite: Completion of an Algebra I course Chapters 1. Points, Lines, Planes, and Angles 2. Reasoning and Proof 3. Parallel and Perpendicular Lines 4. Triangles 5. Quadrilaterals 6. Similarity Semester I Exam 7. Right Triangles and Trigonometry 8. Area and Perimeter 9. Surface Area and Volume 10. Circles 11. Transformations 12. Geometric Probability Semester II Exam Algebra II-Prerequisites: Completion of an Algebra I and Geometry Curriculum Chapters 1. Equations and Inequalities 2. Linear Relations and Functions3. Systems of Equation and Inequalities 4. Matrices 5. Quadratic Functions and Relations 6. Polynomial Functions and Relations Semester I Exam 7. Inverse and Radical Functions and Relations 8. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions and Relations 9. Rational Functions and Relations 10. Conic Sections 11. Sequences and Series 12. Probability and Statistics Semester II Exam Pre-Calculus AND Trigonometry-Prerequisite: Completion of an Algebra II curriculum Chapters 1. Functions and Graphs 2. Polynomial, Power and Rational Functions 3. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions 4. Systems and Matrices 5. Discrete Mathematics Semester 1 Exam 6. Trigonometric Functions 7. Analytic Trigonometry 8. Applications of Trigonometry 9. Analytic Geometry 10. Limits and Derivatives Semester II Exam
Statistics and Probability Florida Department of Education Course Code: 1202362
Mr. D Math will be offering Statistics and Probability for high school students this year at Trinity. This course is a senior level high school course. Students must have completed Algebra II and/or Pre-Calculus as a prerequisite. This course will be offered on Wednesday afternoons from 2:30 – 3:20pm.
Students will need a laptop computer and TI-84 calculator for class sessions. Excel program will be used as well as google drive file sharing applications.
Students will be analyzing data and creating statistical analysis using their own developed survey methods as well as case studies. This course will be project based using both real and simulated data for statistical analysis.
Statistics & Probability Student Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate the concept of randomness and simulation as it relates to experiment designs. 2. Ability to generate and represent data using graphical displays. 3. Be able to describe data and distributions using measurements of central tendency, variation, and positioning. 4. Demonstrate ability to understand and calculate simple probability. 5. Demonstrate ability to use the formulas for permutations, combinations, and individual and compound events to solve problems in counting theory. 6. Demonstrate ability to construct and calculate probabilities associated with distributions of random variables and probability functions based on these variables. 7. Demonstrate ability to work with the normal distribution as it relates to a continuous variable. 8. Demonstrate the ability to construct a confidence interval for a population parameter. 9. Demonstrate the ability to use hypothesis testing to a test claim about a population.
Sciences
Science is Alive! (Grades K4-5th) Doug Scull [email protected] This year we will explore the Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Inventions. Simple machines, static and current electricity, magnetism, insects and other invertebrates, human vision and inventions are a sampling of the topics that will be introduced by “visits” of famous scientists and inventors: Archemedis Tom Edison Farraday Louis Braille Henri Fabre Rube Goldberg. No text is needed for this class.
Truth In Science (Grades 3 /4) Shannon Barker [email protected] Text: Grade 3 Steps program Student Text (www.Truth-in-Science.com)
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 Objective: This course is designed as a standards based Science course that teaches all of the scientific concepts required by the national teaching standards while remaining true to the scriptural truths as presented to Christians by the Word of God. Topics to be covered through the year include worldview, classification, plants, cells, ecology, meteorology, geology, earth’s resources, astronomy, matter, forces, and energy. General Science (Middle School) Shannon Barker [email protected] Text: Exploring Creation with General Science 2nd edition (www.apologia.com) and the companion solutions guide/test booklet. Objective: This course is designed to be a student’s first systematic introduction to the sciences. This is a beginning middle school science course. The course covers such topics as the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, archaeology, geology, paleontology, biology, and human anatomy and physiology. Its scope, therefore, is quite wide. Along with lecture, there will be laboratory experiments to provide hands on re-enforcement of concepts presented during lecture. Physical Science (Middle School) Shannon Barker [email protected] Text: Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd edition (www.apologia.com) and the companion solutions guide/test booklet. Objective: This course is designed to be the last science course the student takes before high school biology. Thus, it is generally recommend it as an 7th or 8th grade course. However, your student can also use it for their 9th grade course work. This course covers such topics as the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, weather, the structure of the earth, environmentalism, the physics of motion, Newton’s Laws, gravity, and astrophysics. Along with lecture, there will be laboratory experiments to provide hands on re-enforcement of concepts presented during lecture. It is an excellent course for preparing the student to take a college-prep high school science curriculum. Biology with Lab (High School) : Mrs. Michele Laccabue [email protected] Note: 90 minute class meeting once/week Required Text: Exploring Creation with Biology, 2nd edition (ISBN #978-1-932012-57-5) AND Exploring Creation with Biology Solutions & Test manual, 2nd ed (ISBN # 978-1-932012-55-2). click here for books and supplies This comprehensive course will provide a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general biology for the high school student as outlined in the 16 modules of Apologia’s Biology curriculum. Scientific method, the five-kingdom classification scheme, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology & genetics are major concepts to be addressed with emphasis on hands-on laboratory experience, microscope work, and dissections. Curriculum will be supplemented with microbiology techniques and a shark dissection. Expectations: Class time will be focused on discussion of concepts & performing most experiments in the text. The student will learn to write up a proper Lab Report and be expected to complete one for each experiment. Reading assignments, science terms, On Your Own Questions, Study guides, and tests will be completed at home and kept in their Science Notebook. Teacher will grade notebooks & tests on a regular basis. Plan to spend at least 45 minutes/day completing assignments. Books can be purchased brand new OR easily found used at a much cheaper price. Additional supplies needed: 1”, 3-ringed binder with 16 dividers, lined paper, & pencils.
Chemistry with Lab (High School Prereq. Algebra 1) Joan Kuykendall [email protected] Note: 110 minute class with labs. Book: Exploring Creation with Chemistry 2nd edition by Apologia. Recommended: Solutions & Test manual, 2nd ed. Chemistry has 16 modules for the 32 weeks of class. For the first week of class before coming to class, the students will need to have read the first half of the first module, reading pages 1-16 of EXPLORING CREATION WITH CHEMISTRY 2nd edition. We will cover half a module for each class meeting. The students are required to do the on your own questions in the textbook. The answers are listed at the end of each chapter. The students will also do the review questions and practice problems and turn them in at the end of each module. These answers will be in the solutions manual. The on your own, review questions and practice problems will count 10% of the student's grade. Each student will write up each lab and turn it in for a grade worth 35% of the total grade for the class. Many colleges require proof of labs. This notebook will function as the proof and allow the people to assess the level and thoroughness of the course. The tests will be given at home from the test booklet and brought to me at the next class meeting, and will be graded. The tests will be worth 55% of the total grade. The subjects covered in chemistry are as follows:
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 MODULE 1: MEASUREMENTS AND UNITS, MODULE 2: ENERGY, HEAT AND TEMPERATURE, MODULE 3: ATOMS AND MOLECULES, MODULE 4: CLASSIFYING MATTER AND ITS CHANGES, MODULE 5: COUNTING MOLECULES AND ATOMS IN CHEMICAL EQUATIONS, MODULE 6: STOICHIOMETRY, MODULE 7: ATOMIC STRUCTURE, MODULE 8: MOLECULAR STRUCTURE, MODULE 9: POLYATOMIC IONS AND MOLECULAR GEOMETRY, MODULE 10: ACID/BASE CHEMISTRY, MODULE 11: THE CHEMISTRY OF SOLUTIONS, MODULE 12: THE GAS PHASE, MODULE 13: THERMODYNAMICS, MODULE 14: KINETICS, MODULE 15: CHEMICAL EQUILIBRIUM, MODULE 16: REDUCTION/OXIDATION REACTIONS I look forward to teaching your children. This chemistry course will prepare them for college chemistry. If they have any questions during the course, they are welcome to call me, text me or email me.
Robotics Instructor: Bill Shaw [email protected]
4th – 5th Grade: Under the direction of Mr. Shaw, students have opportunity to learn teamwork, programming, problem solving and critical thinking skills while learning STEM concepts. Club members will use LEGO MINDSTORMS® and other robotics tools to build robots and machines, program them to perform specific tasks, troubleshoot problems, and refine their strategies to address practical challenges. Kids at all experience levels will have an opportunity to engage in robotics activities. Beginners will start with the basics using tutorials to learn construction methods, programming and become familiar with the various components of the MINDSTORMS system. Once they have mastered the essential concepts, they’ll discover increasingly sophisticated designs by building robots in a series of project-oriented tasks, each designed to improve their programming and engineering skills. 6th – 8th Grade:- Applications in Robotics (Using LEGO MINDSTORMS robots), students will learn the fundamentals of robot design, construction, and programming to solve real world problems. The program will be presented in the context of a class-wide project with students modeling an engineering design team. A FIRST Lego Team will be created with this class. Cost of team fees would be class cost plus approx. $150 for the year. Teams will be required to also meet on Fridays at a TBD location. The team will compete in the winter months two to three Saturdays. If you are interested in joining the team, please contact [email protected].
History
Social Studies Berenstein Bears and Other Tall Tales –Prek -2nd grades. - Jamie Dalton [email protected]
Follow some of your favorite childhood story characters as they explore the world around them. Some themes
explored are community, simple economics (money) and work ethic, personal organization and study habits,
and seasonal themes. We will also have visitors from the community such as a banker, bee keeper and a safety
officer. Early American History Michele Wilson [email protected] 813-482‐8099 click here for books and supplies History Pockets-Explorers of North America contains eleven discovery pockets. The introduction pocket gives an overview of exploration throughout North America. The other pockets feature ten famous explorers and their journeys. History Pockets-Native Americans contains nine memorable discovery pockets. The introduction pocket gives an overview of the tribes in North America that are featured. The other pockets focus on food, clothing, shelter, and family life of eight Native American tribes. History Pockets-Life in Plymouth Colony contains eight discovery pockets regarding Pilgrims and their way of life. History Pockets-Moving West contains ten discovery pockets. The introduction pocket gives an overview of the westward movement. The other pockets feature nine adventurous groups of people who took part in the westward movement. History
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 FL History 3rd /4th Grades Ms. Danciger Florida Certified Teacher K-9 [email protected] 813-789-4979 Florida is a fascinating and beautiful state with a rich and long history. With Florida Studies Weekly, students will receive a “Florida newspaper” with a theme each week. Each issue may contain a cover story, connections article, current event, wildlife article, Florida counties article, American character section, cool arts and crafts, puzzles andg games, economics connection, language arts connection, writing prompts, website resources, review questions, quizzes, and more. We will use these newspapers as a springboard into lessons and activities in class.
World History 5/6th, 7/8th Grades. Ms. Danciger Florida Certified Teacher K-9 [email protected] 813-789-4979 How this course has been developed: Chapters: This course has 36 chapters (representing 36 weeks of study). Lessons: Each chapter has a pretest, 3 lessons, a review, and a quiz. We will complete one chapter every two weeks due to the fact that we meet only once a week. Therefore, we will complete only half of the curriculum this school year. Bi-weekly quizzes: An open book quiz will be given at the end of each chapter. Student responsibility: Arrive on time, have the necessary materials, complete homework assignments, be respectful, and follow class rules. Grading: The grading scale is A= 90-100, B=80-89, C=70-79, D=60-69, F=59-below. Grades are earned by participating in class, completing homework assignments, and taking quizzes. Topics in a nutshell: The course begins with Creation from a Biblical perspective and ends with Christ’s Resurrection. Some activities included throughout the course will be time lines, lap books, map making, food tasting, and drama. Materials needed: Textbook and Atlas, spiral notebook, pocket folder, notebook paper, construction paper, colored pencils, highlighters, pencils, post-it notes, and glue sticks. click here for supplies and textbook
US History High School Grades Ms. Danciger Florida Certified Teacher K-9 [email protected] 813-789-4979 United States History will be taught on Wednesdays with a textbook to be used for home study. The book is TBA. In class, students will engage in discussion, clarification, debate, group activities and projects that reflect the coursework from the previous week.
US Govt. 1 sem. Economics 1 sem. High School Grades Instructor: Cynthia Hammond [email protected] Grades will be assigned based on in-class participation which demonstrates that the student has read the weekly reading assignments, occasional one paragraph responses/analyses of selected readings (this will be done in class), and quizzes. Economics: This course will strive to provide a basic understanding of economics and, therefore, how a vital component of the world works. Topics covered include money: coins and paper, "no such thing as a free lunch", inflation, legal tender, wages, price controls, recessions, boom & bust cycle, getting rich quick (a caution against this mindset), federal debt, government's influence on the economy and more. All topics will be accompanied by in-class discussions that are designed to be relevant and enjoyable. The book "Whatever Happened to Penney Candy" by Richard Maybury will be the primary text. It is an enjoyable book written in the style of short letters from "Uncle Eric" to his nephew. Reading and discussion of additional articles will also be required. Government: This course will begin with the fundamental philosophies that produced the men who eventually wrote the Decleration of Independence and the Constitution. The goal of the course is for the student to understand that the nebulous world of political ideas and views of human nature eventually become a reality and that these ideas will bear fruit both for good and for ill when applied to the governing of people. A contrast of the United State's system of government with other prominent governments will be provided as well as a
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 thorough discussion of Federalism and the Constitution, the making and passing of laws and the 3 branches of government. All of this will be covered in an interactive and engaging way with plenty of stories and illustrations that will inform as well as challenge the student. Book List: Whatever Happened To Justice by Richard Maybury, Are You Liberal, Conservative or Confused by Richard Maybury, a copy of The Constitution of the United States with amendments, a copy of The Declaration of Independence.
Economics 7th and 8th Grades Instructor: Cynthia Hammond [email protected]; Dave Ramsey Foundations in Personal Finance: Dave Ramsey Video course covers Saving and Investing, Credit and Debt, Financial Responsibility and Money Management, Insurance and Income. http://www.daveramsey.com/store/kids-teens/home-school/foundations-homeschool-student-text/prodFOUHOMESTUTEXT.html
Economics 5th and 6th Grades Instructor: Cynthia Hammond [email protected]; Global Marketplace, How America Works (the history of industry) and Economics for Success teachers career exploration and personal finance. The last quarter will be learning Finance Park with online simulations. Selected Jr. Achievement Courses, supplies and workbooks will be provided.
Geography
World Geography -Middle School Instructor: Candace Rydell [email protected] World study of each continent, including cultures, land forms, light history and government What does the Bible say about this area? What happened historically to this area? What will happen to this area in the future? Monthly activities to include study of food popular in the area...to share in class! Compilation of varied curriculum to be used. Students will need the following: a binder/textbook purchased from Trinity. Approx $32. A family Atlas: ISBN-13: 978-0-528-01025-5. Plus, a basic set of colored pencils and deck of index cards. Logic Critical Thinking Skills Instructor: Candace Rydell [email protected] Targeted age group: 5th/6th grade Play games to develop critical thinking skills; Learn how to follow and formulate a valid argument Detect fallacies; Practice speaking in front of a group of peers; Solve puzzles and mind benders to learn how to think outside “your” box; Collaborate with classmates to learn perspective. Book: TBA Introductory Logic Instructor: Candace Rydell [email protected] Targeted age group: Middle and High school Book: Introductory Logic: The Fundamentals of Thinking Well
Student Text 5ED found at Rainbow Resource click here for logic book
Use above methods in addition to more in-depth and sequential study of logic; Use variety of curriculum sources, including Critical Thinking Press, Canon/Logos Press, Memoria Press, amongst others.
Life Skills High School Level only. Instructor: Dennis Dinoia [email protected] The Life Skills 4 Teens course has been designed as a leadership development course. There are 5 core areas.
Goal Setting /Communication Skills including Public Speaking and Interviewing skills/Financial Literacy /Leadership Skills /Test Taking Skills Beyond the SAT
The course code for this high school credit course is Florida DOE Course #2400300. Assessments:
Students will be creating the rubric for portfolio assessments through research and group consensus. The design of the course is to have students participate in decision making processes.
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15
Students will be preparing and setting goals for many areas in their life including their academic endeavors. Their ability to manage each goal will be assessed. Not necessarily if the goal is met or not.
Quarterly portfolio assessments. o Students will be presenting portfolios in class and parents are welcome to attend.
Details to come how and when that will happen. Communication assessments.
o Students will be assessed on both presentations and ability to provide feedback supporting others in the course.
o Interviews of peers, community leaders and business leaders. Outcomes of Course- To set achievable goals with specific measurable outcomes visibly in existence./ To see themselves as others see them. / To communicate in a way that leaves people empowered./ To eliminate gossip from conversations. To study in a way that is productive and proactive. /To be a leader with a commitment to making a difference. To live life as a Human Being not a Human Doing. /To be able to say what they mean and mean what they say. /To discover their unique entrepreneurial gifts and talents. / To provide leadership by being and demonstrating and the LAF Co-Op mission. Curriculum Information: Each student will have a login ID and password as will parents using the Mr. D Math/Life Skills 4 Teens online learning center to have direct access to curriculum. DVD’s associated with course play on both Macintosh and PC computer systems. Downloadable files are in PDF formats. Curriculum will be activated during 1 st week of classes.
The course will be being enhanced as the year goes on. Class activities and lesson plans to deliver activities will be added during the year to the online curriculum for students so they will be able to duplicate the activities in areas outside of their Co-Op as they see an opportunity to provide leadership. It is my honor and privilege to lead and facilitate this course.
Foreign Languages Greek and Latin Roots Instructor: [email protected] Grades: 3 /4 and 5 /6. English from the Roots up. This class will give students a firm foundation in English Vocabulary. Students will learn Greek and Latin roots as well the English derivative. Learning these roots will give students a better understanding of the English language and will help them form mental images of the meanings of the English words. The more roots they know, the easier it will be for them to figure out unknown words. Students will review parts of speech and learn new roots each week. Learning Greek and Latin roots improves reading, writing, spelling and S.A.T. scores. Supplies Needed: A pack of 100 or more 3X5 index cards; Red, blue, and green marker Index card file box; 1 Folder with pockets and prongs; Optional: An unabridged dictionary if you have one
Intro to Spanish (Grades 3/4 & 5 /6) Roxanne Carlo [email protected] This beginning Spanish course is designed for homeschool students with little or no previous study of Spanish. This course teaches basic social and conversational skills through pronunciation, language patterns, and vocabulary.
Repetition and comprehensible input are important components of this course. Focus is on all four language skills; listening, speaking, reading and writing. Culture is an integral part of the course and is introduced through the use of media, games, adapted readings, and class discussions.
In addition, to written tests and quizzes, students may also be assessed by means of aural activities. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course; they reinforce concepts/skills introduced and explored in class, which enable students to participate in class in a meaningful way. Completion of homework
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 assignments is a requirement. Class Materials:Getting Started With Spanish: (Used for homework and self study only) ISBN 10-0979505135 (about $19.99 Plus S&H)This book is an easy to use tool for students to study and do homework on their own and for the involved parent that may wish to participate in their child’s journey toward fluency in Spanish.
American Sign Language (High School Level) Jessica Sarris [email protected] This basic, first year ASL class for high school will prepare students for interaction with the Deaf community.
Students will learn basic conversational fluency in ASL using appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and conversational
behaviors, basic knowledge of the ASL linguistic structures, and also to gain basic understanding of Deaf culture,
the Deaf community, and the importance of ASL to Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community. I will integrate fun
games and some videos, they can make, that will make it more interactive. There will be times where the students
will be paired up and times where we will be in a circle communicating with me so that the students will be
comfortable having conversations all through signing.
Enrichment Courses
Art Instructor: Mrs. Ping Chen [email protected]; 813. 220.1194 For the next school year all the art classes will start grand new art media. The children will learn 3D art, new drawings, etch and paint on clay, mixed medium etc. and will draw human portraits and cartoon characters etc.....and many more....
Sewing Instructor: Mrs. Edwards [email protected] 813-416-0597 Mom with Me Sewing: The main objective of this sewing class is for mothers and daughters to learn the basics of sewing. Moms will attend each class with their daughter, Dads are also welcome. Each duo will need to provide their own sewing machine. I will teach the basics of machine usage including straight and zig-zag stitching. Some projects that will be made are as follows: small crazy quilt, coasters, place mat, corn bag, pajama bottoms, baked potato bag. pillow, draw string bag and pin cushion. Supplies required for the class include: sewing machine, pins, needles, seam ripper, marking pencils (one dark and one light color--cheap color pencils can be used for this), measuring tape, 6-inch ruler with slide guide, fabric for some projects, and thread to match each sewing project. The class is 50 minutes each week.
Beginning Sewing: The main purpose of this sewing class is for students to begin to sew independently. By this time students should be comfortable with threading their machine, winding a bobbin, cutting out a pattern and straight stitch sewing. Some projects that will be created in this class will include: pillow sham, placemat with border, skirt, snuggie, and long pajama pants. The class is 50 minutes each week.
Intermediate Sewing: The main purpose of this sewing class is to continue to learn and become comfortable with the concept of sewing. We will learn how to put in a zipper and how to make gathers. The projects become more difficult with more curved edges. Some projects that will be sewed include: apron with matching oven mit, bread basket cover, quillow, draw string back pack, purse, pencil bag and 3 tiered skirt. You will need all the supplies listed in the beginning sewing class as well as a zipper foot for your sewing machine. The class is 50 minutes each week.
Advanced Sewing: (6th-Adult) The purpose of this sewing class is to teach students how read and utilize patterns. Once the concept of pattern reading is learned almost any project can be sewed. We will learn the terminology used in patterns and how to accomplish some minor alterations. Projects completed in this class are at the discretion of the class. Supplies needed for this class include all those used in intermediate sewing, fabric, matching thread, light weight fusible interfacing and patterns. Classes are 50 minutes each week. Improv (High School) Jessica Sarris [email protected]
TRINITY’S CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2014-15 This class aims to teach students the skills needed for performance and public speaking through improvisation. Improvisational Performance (Improv, for short) has no script and very little pre-planning, and the skills gained through learning “Improv” are useful in every path of life. Students will learn to be comfortable speaking and performing in front of an audience, how to collaborate with their peers to create something that none of them can do on their own through communication and trust, and will develop their ability to “think outside of the box” in a way that all the textbooks in the world can’t quite teach them, all while having a blast and laughing with their friends. There will also be some role playing that will help in any type of interviews they will find themselves in. By the end of the school year, the students will be able to think quickly on their feet and to be more confident. This class will only require the student and his/her brain. No textbooks or any other materials required.
Music
PIANO Instructor: Mrs. Diane Olthoff [email protected] 813.416.0777
Using various methods and series that fit student’s personality. Private 30 minute instruction from beginner to adult levels. Class is 30 minutes. Ages 5 and older.
VOICE Instructor: Mrs. Diane Olthoff [email protected] 813.416.0777
Voice (all ages): Working with student’s natural voice; learning healthy habits of singing, breath control, diction, pitch, sight singing, and performance. Private 30 minute instruction from beginner to adult levels.
GUITAR- Instructor: Stan Martindale [email protected]; Private/semi-private classes, all ages. Mondays/ Wednesdays. Born: Fayetteville, NC April 28,1952. Father was career Army, so I lived in several places up until the age of 15, including 2 years in Munich, Germany and 3 years in Okinawa, Japan. While in Okinawa, I studied Classical guitar for 2 years at the Ryukyu Islands Classical Music Academy. Returned stateside in 1967 and began playing in various bands in the Northern Michigan area around Traverse City. Enlisted in Air Force in 1973 and married my wife Anne the same year (to present ). We have 3 grown children, Diane, Michele and Justin and 1 granddaughter, Brynne, who is 9 years old. I began teaching classical guitar around 1990 and have done so fairly regularly since that time. After my discharge from the Air Force in 1981, we moved to Tampa and I began working as an Orthopedic and X-ray Technician, the last 13 years with the Tampa Orthopedic Clinic. I retired on December 31, 2012, and have spent the past year playing golf and music as well as teaching guitar. I still very much enjoy sharing the guitar with others and teaching allows me to do that.
PE- Instructor: Mrs. Adams, PE: Grammar Ages, Certified Aerobic Instructor, marathoner. 813-785-
5394 This dynamic, motivating, and inspiring physical education class will get your child's heart pumping, while they engage in fun filled activities. We will learn rules and participate in traditional games, such as basketball, soccer, kickball etc. We will play fun games that include cardiovascular training. We will also be introduced to kickboxing, yoga, circuit training and obstacle course competition. I have been in the fitness industry coaching and teaching group exercise for 12 years. I look forward to an awesome and healthy year with your child. Running & Fitness Club Instructor: Mrs. Adams Certified Aerobic Instructor, marathoner. 813-785-5394. SAT Boot Camp Classes: The Mr. D Math Ultimate Math SAT Prep [email protected] Select Dates. Please contact instructors for more information.
College Test Prep College Guidance /Test Prep-Instructor: Jamie Dalton [email protected]
