Algebra I, high school (or by permission)  Uses Teaching Textbook

Algebra 2*, high school, prerequisite:   Algebra

Asian Studies, high school
With the rise of China in the global economy, an understanding of Asia is critical for the next generation.  This year-long course will focus on China, Japan, and Korea and their place in history, as well as in the modern world.

Basic and Advanced Steps, grades 5-high school, 1st semester
This composition course teaches the simple “recipe” for organizing thoughts and writing clear, basic essays.   These will be covered:  explanatory, contrast, problem solving, literature analysis, research, and exam.  The procedure for learning these essays is so well laid out that it takes the hard work out of writing.  In the advanced class, students will work through the same essays, but learn how to develop them with detail and style.
Biology, high school
This year-long Apologia course covers organism taxonomy, cellular biology, ecosystems cycles, botany, and introductory organic chemis-try.  Class time is spent covering main concepts and completing labs.
Brain Health, middle school/high school, 3rd quarte
*Knowing the brain systems that run your life *What hurts and helps the brain
*Nutrition for neurons  *Brain boosting skills
*Loving your brain for life  *Killing automatic negative thoughts (ANTS)
*Physical and mental exercise for the brain
Capacity Converters, elementary, 3rd quarter 
Working in measurement teams, students demonstrate their understanding of cups, pints, quarts, and gallons as they make conversions from one unit to another.  This activity-filled class will strengthen the elementary-aged student’s understanding of measurement.
Chemistry, high school
This general chemistry course uses Apologia curriculum that covers
atomic theory, kinetic theory of matter, chemical equations, and
more.  In addition, students will be trained in the proper procedures for
lab write-ups. 

Code Blue, grades 6-8, 1st semester
Students in this one semester class role play as doctors/hospital staff and learn how to research, diagnose, and treat disease.  Through simulation, students will learn to master the workings of the circulatory, respiratory, nervous, digestive, muscular/skeletal and immune systems.
Computer Lab Courses, all ages

• Adult Computer Education 1
• Basic Computing Skills (grades 5+)
• Skills Reinforcement Games for Elementary Grades
• Iditarod Unit Study (elementary)
• NaNoWriMo: Ages 10 & up (You’ve wanted to write a novel, but not sure how to start?  Here is the answer!
• Graphic Design (middle school/high school)
• Digital Art Studio (middle school/high school)
• Computer Aided Drafting (high school; prerequisite is Drafting 1)
• Self-design Courses: Grades 5+ (Is there  a subject your student is eager to study, yet you are unsure how to proceed?)

Critter Creations, elementary, 1st quarter
This is a language arts workshop where students use K’nex to build and learn about basic characteristics of vampire and tube-nosed fruit bats, trapdoor, ogre-faced and bola spiders, owls, scorpions, and the life stages of the firefly.

Culture, Literature, Arts, Geography Studies = CLAGS
This class for students in grades 5-8 brings together many subjects that will enrich your child’s understanding of the world’s cultures.  Students will read, discuss, and work on projects that will help them learn about different cultures and art, architecture, music, legends, and geographical conditions around the earth.  (Team taught with April Thome)

Drafting and Design 2, prerequisite:  Introduction to Drafting and Design (or by permission)
This year-long course will reinforce drafting techniques introduced in Drafting and Design 1 and offer another opportunity to design a project in the 2nd semester.  Blueprints will be discussed in more detail, and computer aided drafting will be discussed on a limited basis.

DNA and the World Around US, high school
Armed with a basic understanding of how DNA works in an organism, students will explore organisms in the world and study how they cohabitate in different environments and ecosystems.  They will learn how scientists have used their knowledge of DNA in recent years to tailor make organisms to better serve human needs.

Electronics, middle school/high school
This class will help students gain a better understanding of how different components can be used to get electricity do different jobs for us.  Using a kit, students will build many different projects which will transform electricity into motion, sound, or light.

Electronics, middle school/high school
This class will help students gain a better understanding of how different components can be used to get electricity do different jobs for us.  Using a kit, students will build many different projects which will transform electricity into motion, sound, or light.

French 1, high school
Students will gain a basic knowledge of pronunciation, vocabulary, conversation, grammar, history, and culture.  Bible verses are learned each week, and Bible stories are presented in the second semester in such a way that students can learn them line by line for presentation to a group of children.

Geometry*, high school, prerequisite:  Algebra 1

German, high school
This year-long course offers an introduction to German that makes language acquisition a natural, personalized, enjoyable, and rewarding experience.  Students in this class will attain an acceptable level of proficiency in four basic skills:  speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Guided Report Writing, elementary, 3rd quarter
This course teaches students how to find information from various sources and to organize their research into a clear, well-structured report.  Students will follow eight steps to produce a unique and creative product that will impress any teacher.

 Hands-On Science, elementary
Students in this year-long class will explore a different area of science each quarter.  The four topics covered will be : water projects, weather/ climate, land forms, and astronomy.  Some  projects will include water balloon drops, rock identification, and weather prediction.

History Pockets:  Ancient Greece, elementary, 2nd quarter
History is brought to life as students make interactive projects that explore Ancient Greece.  Projects are stored in construction paper pockets, which are collected throughout the quarter and finally bound into decorative books.

Hopscotch Math, elementary, 4th quarter

Introduction to Classical Grammar and Writing, grades 6-8
This one and a half hour course trains students to successfully transform original thoughts into written language.  Through weekly exercises of copywork, narration, and dictation, along with daily grammar exercises, students learn the rules to apply to written English and become more confident writers. 

Introduction to Classical History and Literature,  grades 6-9
This course combines an overview of ancient history (5000 BC to AD 400) with literature classics of the same period.  The text,  Western Civilization, provides the conceptual framework for the study of literature and the ancient language of Latin. 

Introduction to Drafting and Design, grades 9-12 (or by permission)
This year-long course will introduce students to architectural drafting in the 1st semester and to architectural design in the 2nd .  Students will learn about manual drafting tools and techniques, including lines, symbols, lettering, scale, and presentation drawings.  In the second semester, students will progress to site planning, design techniques, and elements of design.  They will create a series of short design projects which will culminate in one eight-week project.

Introduction to Latin, grades 6-9
The study of Latin, using Latina Christiana, reinforces the student’s;
understanding of the English language and has been found to help  
increase student SAT scores.

Journalism/Composition, grades 7-12
During this year-long course, students will be introduced to writing in fascinating and creative ways.  Focusing on organizational skills, creativity, and power sentences, this class will direct students in written communication in a variety of ways.  Students can look forward to writing letters, humorous fiction, parables, and articles for the HomeLink newsletter.

Leadership, grades 8-12  (Free Class)

Quarter 1   Flagpage:  What Country Are You From?
This quarter will focus on the Flagpage Test which measures one thing:  *passion*- what a person truly loves the most about life.  When students learn what truly makes them tick, they will discover the key to successfully living and loving life.

Quarter 2   Living Your Strengths:  Discover  Your God-given Talents and Inspire Your Community
In this quarter, students will learn what their strengths are.

Quarter 3   Love and Respect:  Biblical Leadership Between Boys     and Girls
Through an adaption of Emerson Eggrich’s Love and Respect, we will explore how boys and girls can communicate and lead more effectively alongside each other by understanding their different “languages.”

Quarter 4   Do Hard Things:  Give Back to HomeLink!
Through the inspirational reading of Do Hard Things, the students will develop and implement a project that will ‘give back to HomeLink.”

Math Center, all grades
         Math Center is available to any student who needs assignments given, homework and tests graded, one-on-one tutoring, or a math advisor available to
          answer questions and explain concepts.

Math Marvels, elementary, 1st quarter
Students love to play games, and games are strong motivators to learning.  This course includes a multitude of games with which students practice standards-based skills and problem-solve as they bring each game to life.  The goal of this unit is to give students a purpose for learning and playing games that reinforce the skills necessary for success in mathematics.

Middle School Science, grades 6-8
The Homeink middle school science is offered in a two year rotation.
This year students will be studying Basic Life Science with an emphasis on taxonomies and the kingdom of animals.  Also covered is an introduction to biology, including the study of body systems and diseases.

Money Masters, elementary, 2nd quarter
This interactive unit teaches students to count and make change, and reinforces mathematical skills necessary for success in mathematics.

OnLine Courses
Washington State History 1 & 2
ONLINE University Level Course Work

Personal Finance, high school, 1st semester
In this course, using Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace” methods, students will  learn about borrowing, investments, employment, insurance, saving, and budgeting.

Pet First Aid, all ages, 1st semester
This course will teach about pet health care, including emergencies for dogs, cats, and other companion animals.  Students will learn how to examine their pet, recognize problems, and practice first aid for various conditions.  Also included will be choosing the right pet, maintaining pet health, providing daily care, and traveling with a pet.

Physical Science, high school
This year-long Apologia course covers the topics of earth science, weather, physics, basic electronics, and nuclear forces.
Physics of Motion, middle school/high school
Working in teams, students will create a variety of machines.  Students are challenged to think, explore, and problem solve.  In order to receive high school credits, additional projects, reading, and reports need to be completed at home.

Pre-algebra Uses Teaching Textbook

Pre-calculas*, high school, prerequisite: Algebra 1 2, Geometry
*Textbook is Teaching Textbook

Story of the World,  elementary/middle school, full year course
In this classical approach, students will learn history through reading stories, activities, map work, etc.  The  periods covered will be from the earliest nomads to through the middle ages.  Students will be given an enthusiasm for history, an understanding of cultures, and an awareness of the chronological order of historical events.

Sewing/Quilting, middle school/high school, 1st quarter
Students will be creating a pattern, cutting it out, and piecing the quilt top, as well as learning to machine quilt.  A small wall hanging will be completed in four two-hour sessions.

Stained Glass, middle school/high school, 3rd quarter
Students will be creating a beautiful piece of stained glass art in four two-hour sessions.

Spanish 2, high school, prerequisite:  Spanish 1
This is an extensive course in which students will speak Spanish as much as possible.  Coursework will include conversation, vocabulary, grammar, usage, verb tenses, history, geography, literature, and cultural distinctions in the Spanish-speaking world.  Students will also learn a proverb and a Bible verse each week.

Spanish 3, high school, prerequisite, Spanish 2
         In this course, students will do a grammatical and structural review of the language, a lot of conversation, and literature.  Students will be
         assigned magazine articles in Spanish which they will summarize in Spanish.  Other activities include reading books in Spanish, watching
         Spanish language movies, and listening to Spanish radio and watching Spanish television stations in order to increase fluency.

Successful Teens, middle school/high school, 4th quarter
      Using the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey, teens will                                                                                
      learn how to recognize and take on behaviors that cause them to be  their
      best.  Setting goals, writing them down, committing goals to memory, 
      staying focused and developing the stamina to go the distance will help                
     our youth step from childhood into adulthood successfully.
Science Detectives, grades 6-8, 2nd semester
          This interactive class teaches scientific principles while solving the mystery of who stole  the science projects at Brightsville School.  Students in this class
           will learn how to conduct experiments using the scientific method, record data, and create graphs.

Taxonomy Trail, elementary, 2nd semester
This is a fun interactive class working with snails!  Students observe and classify organisms and then identify their external and internal anatomy.  Research, observation and experimentation will make this course interesting and stimulating.

U.S. Geography, elementary, 4th quarter
Students will learn locations of states and the capitals of each.  Major cities, mountain ranges, rivers and lakes, will be taught, as well as historical landmarks and the time zones of our country.

World Languages and Cultures, grades 5-8
This year-long class will give students a taste of many languages and cultures, and the world will be brought closer to home as they discover the rich blend of cultural heritages and languages here in our valley.  Students will study linguistics, phonetics, alphabets, and sounds of various languages.  They will get an introduction to Spanish, French, German, Italian, Bulu and pieces of other languages.  Guests from the community will be invited to share their cultures and languages.

Yearbook, high school, 2nd semester
Students will work together to create a memorable yearbook for HomeLink.

Basic and Advanced Steps, grades 5-high school, 1st semester
This composition course teaches the simple “recipe” for organizing thoughts and writing clear, basic essays.   These will be covered:  explanatory, contrast, problem solving, literature analysis, research, and exam.  The procedure for learning these essays is so well laid out that it takes the hard work out of writing.  In the advanced class, students will work through the same essays, but learn how to develop them with detail and style.
Culture, Literature, Arts, Geography Studies = CLAGS
This class for students in grades 5-8 brings together many subjects that will enrich your child’s understanding of the world’s cultures.  Students will read, discuss, and work on projects that will help them learn about different cultures and art, architecture, music, legends, and geographical conditions around the earth.  (Team taught with April Thome)

Guided Report Writing, elementary, 3rd quarter
This course teaches students how to find information from various sources and to organize their research into a clear, well-structured report.  Students will follow eight steps to produce a unique and creative product that will impress any teacher.

History Pockets:  Ancient Greece, elementary, 2nd quarter
History is brought to life as students make interactive projects that explore Ancient Greece.  Projects are stored in construction paper pockets, which are collected throughout the quarter and finally bound into decorative books.

Introduction to Classical Grammar and Writing, grades 6-8
This one and a half hour course trains students to successfully transform original thoughts into written language.  Through weekly exercises of copywork, narration, and dictation, along with daily grammar exercises, students learn the rules to apply to written English and become more confident writers. 

Journalism/Composition, grades 7-12
During this year-long course, students will be introduced to writing in fascinating and creative ways.  Focusing on organizational skills, creativity, and power sentences, this class will direct students in written communication in a variety of ways.  Students can look forward to writing letters, humorous fiction, parables, and articles for the HomeLink newsletter.

Story of the World,  elementary/middle school, full year course
In this classical approach, students will learn history through reading stories, activities, map work, etc.  The  periods covered will be from the earliest nomads to through the middle ages.  Students will be given an enthusiasm for history, an understanding of cultures, and an awareness of the chronological order of historical events.

U.S. Geography, elementary, 4th quarter
Students will learn locations of states and the capitals of each.  Major cities, mountain ranges, rivers and lakes, will be taught, as well as historical landmarks and the time zones of our country.

World Languages and Cultures, grades 5-8
This year-long class will give students a taste of many languages and cultures, and the world will be brought closer to home as they discover the rich blend of cultural heritages and languages here in our valley.  Students will study linguistics, phonetics, alphabets, and sounds of various languages.  They will get an introduction to Spanish, French, German, Italian, Bulu and pieces of other languages.  Guests from the community will be invited to share their cultures and languages.

Yearbook, high school, 2nd semester
Students will work together to create a memorable yearbook for HomeLink.

Algebra I, high school (or by permission)  Uses Teaching Textbook

Algebra 2*, high school, prerequisite:   Algebra

Geometry*, high school, prerequisite:  Algebra 1

Hopscotch Math, elementary, 4th quarter
Students will be multiplying and dividing with this active  participation unit.  Each lesson teaches concepts through short stories, phrases, or an activity.                  Things get hopping as students have fun jumping through hopscotch patterns reciting multiplication and division facts.

Math Center, all grades
Math Center is available to any student who needs assignments given, homework and tests graded, one-on-one tutoring, or a math advisor available to answer questions and explain concepts.

Math Marvels, elementary, 1st quarter
Students love to play games, and games are strong motivators to learning.  This course includes a multitude of games with which students practice standards-based skills and problem-solve as they bring each game to life.  The goal of this unit is to give students a purpose for learning and playing games that reinforce the skills necessary for success in mathematics.

Money Masters, elementary, 2nd quarter
This interactive unit teaches students to count and make change, and reinforces mathematical skills necessary for success in mathematics.

Personal Finance, high school, 1st semester
In this course, using Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace” methods, students will  learn about borrowing, investments, employment, insurance, saving, and budgeting.

Pre-algebra Uses Teaching Textbook

Pre-calculas*, high school, prerequisite:  Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry
         *Textbook is Teaching Textbook

Biology, high school
This year-long Apologia course covers organism taxonomy, cellular biology, ecosystems cycles, botany, and introductory organic chemis-try.  Class time is spent covering main concepts and completing labs.

Brain Health, middle school/high school, 3rd quarte
*Knowing the brain systems that run your life      *What hurts and helps the brain      
*Nutrition for neurons  *Brain boosting skills                        
*Loving your brain for life  *Killing automatic negative thoughts (ANTS)
*Physical and mental exercise for the brain

Chemistry, high school
This general chemistry course uses Apologia curriculum that covers                                               
atomic theory, kinetic theory of matter, chemical equations, and
more.  In addition, students will be trained in the proper procedures for
lab write-ups. 

Code Blue, grades 6-8, 1st semester
Students in this one semester class role play as doctors/hospital staff and learn how to research, diagnose, and treat disease.  Through simulation, students will learn to master the workings of the circulatory, respiratory, nervous, digestive, muscular/skeletal and immune systems.

DNA and the World Around US, high school
Armed with a basic understanding of how DNA works in an organism, students will explore organisms in the world and study how they cohabitate in different environments and ecosystems.  They will learn how scientists have used their knowledge of DNA in recent years to tailor make organisms to better serve human needs.

Hands-On Science, elementary
Students in this year-long class will explore a different area of science each quarter.  The four topics covered will be : water projects, weather/ climate, land forms, and astronomy.  Some  projects will include water balloon drops, rock identification, and weather prediction.

Middle School Science, grades 6-8
The Homeink middle school science is offered in a two year rotation.
This year students will be studying Basic Life Science with an emphasis on taxonomies and the kingdom of animals.  Also covered is an introduction to biology, including the study of body systems and diseases.

Pet First Aid, all ages, 1st semester
This course will teach about pet health care, including emergencies for dogs, cats, and other companion animals.  Students will learn how to examine their pet, recognize problems, and practice first aid for various conditions.  Also included will be choosing the right pet, maintaining pet health, providing daily care, and traveling with a pet.

Physical Science, high school
This year-long Apologia course covers the topics of earth science, weather, physics, basic electronics, and nuclear forces.
Physics of Motion, middle school/high school
Working in teams, students will create a variety of machines.  Students are challenged to think, explore, and problem solve.  In order to receive high school credits, additional projects, reading, and reports need to be completed at home.

Science Detectives, grades 6-8, 2nd semester
          This interactive class teaches scientific principles while solving the mystery of who stole  the science projects at Brightsville School.  Students in this class
           will learn how to conduct experiments using the scientific method, record data, and create graphs.

Taxonomy Trail, elementary, 2nd semester
This is a fun interactive class working with snails!  Students observe and classify organisms and then identify their external and internal anatomy.  Research, observation and experimentation will make this course interesting and stimulating.

Brain Health, middle school/high school, 3rd quarte
*Knowing the brain systems that run your life      *What hurts and helps the brain      
*Nutrition for neurons  *Brain boosting skills                        
*Loving your brain for life  *Killing automatic negative thoughts (ANTS)
*Physical and mental exercise for the brain

Leadership, grades 8-12  (Free Class)

Quarter 1   Flagpage:  What Country Are You From?
This quarter will focus on the Flagpage Test which measures one thing:  *passion*- what a person truly loves the most about life.  When students learn what truly makes them tick, they will discover the key to successfully living and loving life.

Quarter 2   Living Your Strengths:  Discover  Your God-given Talents and Inspire Your Community
In this quarter, students will learn what their strengths are.

Quarter 3   Love and Respect:  Biblical Leadership Between Boys     and Girls
Through an adaption of Emerson Eggrich’s Love and Respect, we will explore how boys and girls can communicate and lead more effectively alongside each other by understanding their different “languages.”

Quarter 4   Do Hard Things:  Give Back to HomeLink!
Through the inspirational reading of Do Hard Things, the students will develop and implement a project that will ‘give back to HomeLink.”

OnLine Courses
Washington State History 1 & 2
ONLINE University Level Course Work

Sewing/Quilting, middle school/high school, 1st quarter
Students will be creating a pattern, cutting it out, and piecing the quilt top, as well as learning to machine quilt.  A small wall hanging will be completed in four two-hour sessions.

Stained Glass, middle school/high school, 3rd quarter
Students will be creating a beautiful piece of stained glass art in four two-hour sessions.

Successful Teens, middle school/high school, 4th quarter
      Using the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey, teens will learn how to recognize and take on behaviors that cause them to be  their best.  Setting goals, writing them down, committing goals to memory, staying focused and developing the stamina to go the distance will help our youth step from childhood into adulthood successfully.

Yearbook, high school, 2nd semester

Students will work together to create a memorable yearbook for HomeLink.

French 1, high school
Students will gain a basic knowledge of pronunciation, vocabulary, conversation, grammar, history, and culture.  Bible verses are learned each week, and Bible stories are presented in the second semester in such a way that students can learn them line by line for presentation to a group of children.

German, high school
This year-long course offers an introduction to German that makes language acquisition a natural, personalized, enjoyable, and rewarding experience.  Students in this class will attain an acceptable level of proficiency in four basic skills:  speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Introduction to Latin, grades 6-9
The study of Latin, using Latina Christiana, reinforces the student’s                                                                                                                                                                                           
understanding of the English language and has been found to help  
increase student SAT scores.

Spanish 2, high school, prerequisite:  Spanish 1
This is an extensive course in which students will speak Spanish as much as possible.  Coursework will include conversation, vocabulary, grammar, usage, verb tenses, history, geography, literature, and cultural distinctions in the Spanish-speaking world.  Students will also learn a proverb and a Bible verse each week.

Spanish 3, high school, prerequisite, Spanish 2
         In this course, students will do a grammatical and structural review of the language, a lot of conversation, and literature.  Students will be
         assigned magazine articles in Spanish which they will summarize in Spanish.  Other activities include reading books in Spanish, watching
         Spanish language movies, and listening to Spanish radio and watching Spanish television stations in order to increase fluency.