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Course descriptions
Photo by Jay Ryness, used by permission
Course Descriptions for Spring 2023
Enrollment Opens Nov 28, 10 AM for returning families. New families may enroll starting Dec 1.
Each class in our schedule above has a linked course description with pricing. To view descriptions on a computer, simply hover near the black triangle in the upper right corner near the course name. Course descriptions and pricing can also be found listed below.
All classes are non-sectarian and eligible for charter funding unless otherwise noted. All classes will need to reach minimum enrollment requirements in order to stay on the schedule.
English Language Arts
ELA TK/K
Instructor: Jennifer Soto
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
This class is intended to give your child the experience of a basic TK/Kindergarten class once a week. We will have a 'letter of the week' which will include learning the sound the letter makes through songs, activities, and stories, learning the correct way to write the letter, and a 'show and tell' opportunity for students to take turns sharing things that start with that letter that they will bring from home. Students will also learn about calendars, dates, and days of the week as well holidays and other level appropriate lessons.
ELA 1st (2nd) Grade
Instructor: Kristin Welch
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
Using a variety of manipulatives, graphs, and other fun aids, students will learn the parts of speech and how to use them to write, proof, and edit strong sentences. They will have a brief exposure to using reference tools (dictionary and thesaurus) to help them improve their sentences. An oral report (assigned as homework) will be presented in class, along with a project, allowing students to engage in public speaking and learn how to be respectful members of an audience. Fictional and fact-based literature, followed up with text-dependent questions, will be discussed to develop listening and critical thinking skills. Woven into each class will be opportunities to learn important “life skills” such as following oral and written directions, demonstrating time management skills, and practicing organizational techniques. Students enrolled in the class must have a firm grip of the names and letter sounds of the alphabet and be able to write those letters, their name, and several high-frequency words.
ELA 2nd (3rd) Grade
Instructor: Kristin Welch
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
Using a variety of manipulatives, graphs, and other fun aids, students will review the parts of speech and how to use them to write, proof, and edit strong sentences. They will have a brief exposure to using reference tools (dictionary and thesaurus) to help them improve their sentences. They will also learn how to take several different styles of notes and write a paragraph. An oral report (assigned as homework) will be presented in class, along with a project, allowing students to engage in public speaking and learn how to be respectful members of an audience. Fictional and fact-based literature, followed up with text-dependent questions, will be discussed to develop listening and critical thinking skills. Woven into each class will be opportunities to learn important “life skills” such as following oral and written directions, demonstrating time management skills, and practicing organizational techniques. Students enrolled in the class must have a firm grip of basic phonics and how to write sentences.
Science & Literature TK/K
Instructor: Abigail Soto
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners will all benefit from this course that will toggle between hands-on science and hands-on literature.
The science portion will use Mystery Science which introduces a concept in a two minute video presented in the form of a mystery. That leads to discussion questions where they further explore the concept and then a hands-on science experiment that solves the mystery in a way students can understand and remember.
For literature lessons, the course will feature an illustrated classic children's storybook and include a variety of hands-on activities centered around the story. Using the unit study model, topics covered could include history, geography, art or science.
Institute for Excellence in Writing A 3rd-5th Grade
YEAR 1 IEW A (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Terri Robinson
$53/month ($212/semester)
50 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 3-5 will learn how to write structurally from existing models of writing. Incoming students must be able to independently write sentences, confident readers, and have a general understanding of creating a paragraph.
Students add style to their writing using a checklist including dress-ups such as quality adjectives and strong verbs. This program moves methodically through a series of steps building as it goes and allowing both enthusiastic and reluctant writers to master the writing process. Students will have weekly homework. A binder with tabs and all course handouts will be included.
Please note that this class is from 3rd-5th grade. Please inquire before enrolling your student if they are outside of this grade range to ensure it will be a good fit. (This class is not likely to be appropriate for younger students). This class will have homework each week.
Institute for Excellence in Writing A 4th-6th Grade
YEAR 2 IEW A (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Julianne Welch
$53/month ($212/semester)
50 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 4-6 who have completed IEW A Year 1 are ready are ready for their second year of the Structure and Style for Students. This course will review and refine the seven previously learned IEW units, then press on to Essays and Formal Critiques. Students will learn how to outline, summarize, write narratives, research reports, and end with creative writing. They will add style to their writing using a checklist including dress ups and will add sentence openers to their paragraphs. A binder with tabs will be provided for the course. Students will have weekly homework. Weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
IEW B Year 1 6th-8th Grade (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Julianne Welch
$53/month ($212/semester); 50 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 6-8 will learn how to write structurally from existing models of writing at a higher level than IEW A. Students do not need to take IEW A in order to be successful in IEW B. They will learn how to outline, summarize, write narratives, research reports, and end with creative writing. Students will add style to their writing using a checklist including dress ups and will add sentence openers to their paragraphs. A binder with tabs will be provided for the course. Students will have weekly homework. Weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
IEW B Year 2 7th-9th Grade (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Terri Robinson
$60/month ($240/semester)
80 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 7-9 Students who have completed IEW B Year 1 are ready for their second year of Structure and Style for Students. This course will review and refine the nine previously learned IEW units, then press on into writing responses to literature.
IEW C Year 1 9th-12th (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Terri Robinson
$60/month ($240/semester); 80 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 9-12 will learn how to effectively use a wide range of structural models and stylistic techniques in their compositions, as they write on a variety of enjoyable fiction and non-fiction topics. The course will cover outlining, summarizing, story sequencing, taking notes, report writing, and essay writing. The essay writing will include how to outline, introductions, thesis statements, transitions, and conclusions. Several different grammar concepts will also be covered. A binder with tabs will be provided for the course. Students will have weekly homework.
IEW C Year 2 10th-12th (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Ms. Millen
$60/month ($240/semester)
80 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 10-12 who have completed Level C Year 1 are ready for their second year of the Structure and Style for Students. This course will review and refine the nine previously learned IEW units and response to literature, then press on into full literary analysis.
Engaging English: Grammar & Mechanics 3rd-5th
Instructor: Nicole Nyborg
$43/month; $172/semester
This English Grammar and Mechanics course will engage 3rd-5th grade students using strategies and techniques pulled from a variety of popular publishers. Students will learn capitalization, punctuation, parts of speech, usage and more using classroom activities and games in addition to printed worksheets and proven mnemonic devices. This course will include suggested homework activities to reinforce the learning done in class.
Math/Science
Science & Literature TK/K
Instructor: Abigail Soto
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners will all benefit from this course that will toggle between hands-on science and hands-on literature.
The science portion will use Mystery Science which introduces a concept in a two minute video presented in the form of a mystery. That leads to discussion questions where they further explore the concept and then a hands-on science experiment which solves the mystery in a way students can understand and remember.
For literature lessons, the course that will feature an illustrated classic children's storybook and include a variety of hands-on activities centered around the story. Using the unit study model, topics covered could include history, geography, art or science.
Math/Science Lab 1st-2nd; 3rd-5th
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
This course will alternate math one week and science the next. Both are 50 minutes.
Instructor: Alison Orozco
The Math lab will focus on improving recall of basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts depending on level. Math facts will be practiced with fun games, puzzles, and group activities. Techniques will be introduced to help with speed and recall. In addition, logic and problem solving activities will be done to aid in solving more complex math problems.
Instructor: Nicole Nyborg
The activities and projects in the Chemistry and Physics lab are sure to delight and inspire young minds. They’ll begin by exploring the basic building blocks of matter, atoms and molecules, and then journey through simple chemicals, the laws of motion, and energy in its many forms, before discovering concepts of electricity and magnetism. Along the way, students will enjoy projects like making their own bouncy ball, formulating a smoke bomb, constructing a working periscope, fashioning a miniature motor, and creating a lava lamp!
All labs are non-sectarian and supplemental in nature. Parents who would like to further explore this topic with students at home can get the source textbook with full lessons for all labs done in class.
STEM Unit Studies 10 AM 3rd-5th
Lego Motion
Simple Machines
Mystery Science
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Students enrolled in 3rd-5th STEM unit studies will rotate between all three 5-week classes over the course of the semester. Students enrolled in the course will take all three units. These are all new lessons for the Spring Semester.
Lego Motion
The LEGO® Education BricQ Motion Essential course engages 3rd - 5th grade students in the exploration of physical science within a sports context. BricQ Motion helps foster an understanding of forces, motion, and interactions by providing easy hands-on learning experiences.
This unit will develop the students' understanding of forces and motion as they engage in and conduct investigations about the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces. They'll investigate the patterns in an object's motion, developing and sharpening their ability to predict future motion. Along the way, they'll develop their collaborative conversation skills as they effectively engage in a range of discussions.
Silly Uses for Simple Machines
This course will explore the power of simple machines through an engaging dive into the world of Rube Goldberg’s wonderfully complicated inventions. Based on the book Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Definitely Different Day Off, the students will deconstruct the crazy inventions described to find the simple machines that make them work. They will recreate the simple machines to discover their hidden power and potential for real world applications.
Mystery Science
Mystery Science will introduce students to a scientific concept in the form of a question or mystery presented in a 2 minute video. From there they will embark on a journey to solve the mystery and find the answer. They will explore the topic through discussion questions and then a hands-on science experiment which reveals the solution in a way students can understand and remember. There will be an emphasis on collaboration, problem-solving, and teamwork throughout the duration of this class. This class will not have homework, but weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
Basic Math 5th-8th Grade
Instructor: Alison Orozco
$92/month; ($368/semester) Tuesdays In-Person/Thursdays On-line
Basic Math 5+ will cover operations using whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and integers along with a unit on geometry and introduction to equations and graphing to lay a strong arithmetic foundation which is crucial to the study of algebra and higher mathematics. This course is appropriate for advanced 5th graders, on-level 6th-7th graders, and 8th-9th graders who may need more work on basic math concepts before proceeding to Pre-Algebra. This class will meet on Tuesdays in-person and Thursdays virtually with homework assignments for the remaining days.
This course will use math workbooks which will be provided. This is a two semester course.
Pre-Algebra 7th-9th Grade
Instructor: Justin Soto
$92/month; ($368/semester);
Subscription to Teaching Textbooks included
Tues In-Person & Thurs On-line
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
This course will prepare students for the formal study of Algebra 1 with lessons that include review of all basic math concepts and encourage mastery of new topics foundational to the study of Algebra.
A list of all topics covered can be found at this link.
content.teachingtextbooksapp.com/magentoimages/PreAlgebra_TOC-2.0.pdf
This course will include a 12 month subscription to Teaching Textbooks on-line. In order to get the most from this course, students will need to have access to a computer or mobile device to complete homework. If there are those who do not have such access, a physical textbook can be ordered to replace the on-line subscription, but this is not recommended.
In-class instruction will prepare students for homework assignments but students will need to complete lessons at home in order to finish the course.
Algebra 1 8th-12th Grade
Instructor: Justin Soto
$87/month; ($348/semester) Tues In-person/Thursdays On-line
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Algebra I is a common starting point for high school math studies. A review of fundamental math skills in unit 1 will ensure students are ready for algebraic concepts. Students’ math competence will grow as they learn to solve expressions, functions, and equations by using formulas, ratios, proportions, percentages, and rates. Other concepts include exponents and scientific notation, polynomials and trinomials, multi-step inequalities, slope formulas, and systems of equations and inequalities. Students will solve quadratic functions through various methods including graphing, factoring, square roots, completing the square, and the quadratic equation. Using tables and graphs, students will analyze and organize data and statistics. Students will learn to work and solve exponential, radical, and rational functions and equations.
We are excited to report we have acquired a site license for Bright Thinker print curriculum. This popular publisher has given us permission to copy the math workbooks for NHA student use. The cost of reproducing this curriculum is a fraction of its retail value and we are passing that savings on to our students. These are full standards-aligned courses but they are designed for personalized learning so it is very student-friendly format with full explanations included in each of the 8 workbooks.
This core math class has two sessions per week with the instructor (one in-person and one virtual) with required homework assignments in between classes.
High School Geometry
Instructor: Justin Soto
$92/month; ($368/semester);
Workbooks Included
Tues In-Person & Thurs On-line
Students will learn essential geometry concepts with the step-by-step Studies in Geometry series of 4 workbooks. Starting with constructing geometric shapes using a compass, ruler, or protractor, students progress through line segments, arcs, circles, triangles, polygons, perpendicular lines and more. Theorems and postulates are presented informally with short explanations, then are developed using follow-up practice activities. Each workbook also includes a handy glossary of essential concepts and a post-test to check understanding.
Middle School Science: Chemistry/Physics (Real Science 4 Kids) 6th-8th Grade
Instructor: Cameron Lanteigne
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
This class is designed to give students both solid science information and hands-on experimentation. Students will be exposed to scientific terminology. During each class, the teacher will review with the students from the Real Science 4 Kids (Gravitas Publications) text. Experiments are designed to engage the students in an actual scientific investigation and not simply a demonstration by the teacher. Quizzes and tests will be given periodically.
Spring Semester: Physics
Real Science Physics will introduce students to the basic building blocks of physics in a way that is easy for students to understand. Students will explore the laws of physics, force, energy, work, potential and kinetic energy, chemical energy, electrical energy and electric charge, heat, magnets, momentum, inertia, friction, sound, light, the conservation of energy, and more.
A-G Biology Lab 9th-12th Grade
Instructor: Tina Nassar
$60/month ($240/semester); 80 minutes/week (Includes supplies/specimens and lab manual)
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Light lectures will be done at the beginning of every lab to provide students with the information needed to perform the lab with understanding. At times, the students will also be required to complete some additional work at home to prepare for upcoming labs.
Students will be expected to complete the labs and will be assigned grades for their work and participation.
It is important to understand that this course only fulfills the lab portion of a biology curriculum. The students should be doing their own biology curriculum at home in addition to this lab class.
This lab course can be used with any biology textbook and we have charts available showing correlation of experiments to many common textbooks.
Check with your school to ensure this lab course will comply with a-g requirements.
Students will use the QSL Biology Lab Manual (included).
Spring Semester
Fungus - Yeast
Monocot vs. Dicot (leaf, root, stem)
Parts of a Flower
Plant Leaves
Lichen
Dissection: Sea Star
Dissection: Worm
Dissection: Crayfish
Dissection: Grasshopper
Dissection: Fish
Blood
Muscle
Bone
Genetics
Dissection: Frog
A-G Chemistry Lab 9th-12th Grade
Instructor: Tina Nassar
$60/month ($240/semester); 80 minutes/week Includes supplies/specimens and lab manual
This is a two semester course, but students are welcome to add at any time.
Light lectures will be done at the beginning of every lab to provide students with the information needed to perform the lab with understanding. At times, the students will also be required to complete some additional work at home to prepare for upcoming labs.
Students will be expected to complete the labs and will be assigned grades for their work and participation.
It is important to understand that this course only fulfills the lab portion of a chemistry curriculum. The students should be doing their own chemistry curriculum at home in addition to this lab class.
This lab course can be used with any chemistry textbook and we have charts available showing correlation of experiments to many common textbooks.
Algebra 1 is a prerequisite. Students will be doing algebraic equations and graphing.
Check with your school to ensure this lab course will comply with a-g requirements.
Students will use the MicroChem Manual, which is included with the tuition.
Spring Semester
Mole Ratios
Melting Points
Freezing Point Depression
Le Chatelier’s Principle
Reaction Rates, Concentration
Reaction Rates, Temperature and surface area
Solubility Product Constant
pH and pH Indicators
Buffers
Organic Chemistry Models
Hydrocarbon Models
Polymer Models
Cross-linking of a Polymer
Nuclear Decay Simulation
History/Geography/Logic/Entrepreneurship
Story of the World: Ancient Times, Volume 1, Grades 3rd-6th
Instructor: Julianne Welch
$43/month ($172/semester)
In this class, we will explore the story of the weird, wild, and wondrous things humans have done all over the world. We will use SOTW 1 as our spine. We will be reading the story together in class, and we will utilize games, projects, experiments, role plays, and stories to engage with the material in a fun and memorable way. This class will not have homework, but weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
Logical Fallacies
Instructor: Jennifer Wright (workbook included)
$50/month ($200 1st semester); (2nd Semester: $172)
50 minutes/week
Two Semester Course -
This course will cover twenty-eight informal fallacies such as begging the question, the straw man, ad hominem, etc. Clear explanations and illustrations, along with dialogues, worksheets, and dialectic discussion questions will make the fallacies fun to learn. The fallacies will become relevant with teacher directed practical applications such as analysis of current social, commercial, and political issues, as well as advertisements.
Entrepreneurship 6th-12th
Instructor: Jennifer Wright
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
What is an Entrepreneur? What are the skills you need to start your own business? During this course we will be looking at how to develop an Entrepreneur mindset and how to start your own business- including cost accounting, determining pricing and marketing skills.
World Culture & Geography
3rd-5th; 6th-12th
Track 1; Track 2
$50/month; $200/semester
Students will study world geography and cultures with guest presenters from around the globe. Students will create a binder mapping each country studied and compile worksheets with relevant facts from each presentation.
Students will learn highlights of history and culture from people with first-hand knowledge and might even get to sample a dish, learn a little bit of the language, or take home a recipe to try.
Country presentations will be grouped by continent and scheduled to coincide with dates of historical or cultural significance.
The instructor will facilitate regular review to assist students in long-term retention of the material.
Foreign Language
Spanish 1st-3rd; 3rd-5th
Instructor: Karina Bedwell
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This class will be appropriate for new and returning Spanish students. It will consist of learning basic conversation while having some exposure to Mexican culture through music, recipes, art, and children's literature. Students will learn daily vocabulary, such as objects, colors, shapes, numbers, alphabet, the calendar, weather, greetings, and their personal information. The class will incorporate games and activities using math, science, reading and writing.
Spanish 1 6th-12th
Instructor: Karina Bedwell
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This is a high school level Spanish 1 course. Spanish 1 will provide the student with a general introduction to the Spanish language: sound system, pronunciation, functional vocabulary related to everyday life, cultural information and basic grammatical structures. Emphasis will be on the acquisition of four skills: listening, speaking, reading and limited writing. There are two main objectives to the course. Foremost is to give the students the ability to carry on a simple conversation. The second is to provide the students with instruction that teaches a basic understanding of Spanish culture, vocabulary, and grammatical concepts.
All Russian language classes are cancelled for Spring 2023 as our instructor is moving out of the area. We are very sad to lose her.
Electives
Art TK-2nd
Instructor: Barbara Lopez
$50/month ($200/semester)
In elementary art, half of the fun and learning is in trying new things, using new materials and finding new and innovative ways to use materials. We will be exploring the standard pencils, makers and paint, but will also branch out into clay, paper mache, and many more exciting, tactile things. The children will get messy - please plan accordingly!
Elementary Art 3rd-5th
Track 1 & Track 2
Instructors: Summer Jessee
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Art is all around us. The awareness of art in our daily lives will lead us on a journey of discovery this year! We will learn about the elements of art in a creative play environment, allowing students the freedom to experience art in a fun and positive manner.
Intermediate Art 6th+
Track 1 & Track 2
Instructor: Summer Jessee
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Intermediate Art focuses on further mastery of the individual "building blocks" used to create works of art--the elements of art and principles of design.
Fun exercises and art projects will help illustrate these concepts so students understand what these "building blocks" are, and how to use them in their art. Learning the foundations of art is made fun by exploring a variety of art supplies in different techniques.
Knowing the "Language of Art" will help students communicate the meaning of their art and understand and talk about the art they see.
The Elements of Art are the "tools" that artists use to create artwork: Line, Shape, Form, Value, Color, Space, and Texture.
The Principles of Design are ways artists use the Elements of Art in a piece of art: Balance, Contrast, Repetition, Emphasis, and Unity.
Intermediate Art may explore:
Drawing with graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, markers, and pastels
Painting with acrylics and watercolors
Collage and sculpture
Color mixing, shading, textures, and more.
Art history and famous artists
Art vocabulary
Structured lessons offer individual choices to allow personal expression so each student's art is unique. Students enjoy seeing how their classmates solve problems and sharing their techniques.
Students keep a sketchbook for class notes and vocabulary, drawings, and smaller assignments.
Intermediate Art gives students the tools, skills and confidence to move on to more challenging art projects.
Art Lab: Zentangle
Instructor: Ann Baum
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Art Lab: Learn to draw with Mrs. Baum, Certified Zentangle Teacher.
This is a multi-age class open to students in 3rd to 12th grades.
Zentangle is a drawing method that encourages carefree creativity. Simple patterns are used to create intricate artworks that are amazingly beautiful.
Zentangle kits will be provided for each student to keep and enjoy.
Ceramics 3rd+
Instructor: Christine Ault
$58/month ($232/semester);
50 minutes/week
This class will consist of hand building (NO POTTERY WHEELS) clay projects. Students will use a coil technique to build at least one item, then build monster boxes, spoons, and story book characters. All items will be painted, fired and returned to keep. Students will experience a variety of techniques like score and slip (addition), relief (subtraction), and various paint processes. This course seeks to deliver hands-on experiences that are tailored to the individual. All students are given basic parameters for the class and the latitude to do projects their own way. Students will have access to ceramics tools such as knives, scrapers, wires and more. Class tuition covers all clay, tools, paints, and kiln firing.
Crochet
Instructor: Christine Ault
$50/month; $200/semester
Students will learn the stitches, tools and techniques to get started with crochet! Instruction will include chain, single, double, and triple crochet. Supplies will be provided
Chess Class 3rd+
Instructor: Gary Weston
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
Open to students in 3rd to 8th grade who are interested in learning to play chess or have any level of experience. The goal of Chess class will be to offer an environment to learn or improve chess playing skills. In addition, it is hoped that players will be open to learning the history of the game while appreciating the significance of chess worldwide not only as a game, but a social, competitive, educational, and artistic phenomenon that has endured for centuries.
Musical Theater 3rd-9th
Director: Karla Wells
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
Musical: Aristocats
This course will teach students the basics of theater focusing on the development of singing, acting, and movement skills. Cast members will learn an entire show in one semester, culminating with a performance for friends and family. Families may be asked to help with costumes and set design.
Photography 7th+
Instructor: Rebekah Soto
$50/month ($200/semester);
50 minutes/week
Are you a jr high or high schooler who loves to take photos? This photography course will highlight the main functions of your camera and how to use them. Lessons will focus on proper photo exposure as well as basic editing techniques. You will learn how to effectively use your camera in manual mode and have a complete understanding of how your camera works.
Ideally, students should have a DSLR camera to get the most out of this course.
Lego Motion 1st-2nd
Instructor: Abigail Soto
$50/month; $200/semester
This one semester course will repeat for new students in the second semester.
The LEGO® Education BricQ Motion Essential course engages 1st & 2nd grade students in the exploration of physical science within a sports context. BricQ Motion helps foster an understanding of forces, motion, and interactions by providing easy hands-on learning experiences.
The lessons will introduce students to the process of asking and answering questions, data analysis, and how to present their ideas. They'll work toward determining whether design solutions work as they were intended to change the speed or direction of an object with a push or a pull.
Physical Education K-2nd; 3rd-8th; 7th-12th
Instructor: Stefanie Alderman
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
Based on the principles of mechanics, consistency and then intensity, our P.E. program emphasizes good movement throughout childhood and adolescence. Consistently good mechanics translates to physical literacy, enhanced sports performance and fewer sports injuries for kids. Not only that, a vast body of research indicates that exercise is beneficial to cognitive function which means consistent participation can have a positive impact on children’s academic achievement.
Industry professional from the IronMile gym will instruct this class which will translate into BIG fun for all ages. Students will learn an active alternative to sedentary pursuits which means less childhood obesity and all-around better health. Further, the needs of second graders and high-school varsity wrestlers differ by degree but not kind; the program is scalable for any age or experience level and accounts for the varied maturation status one can find in a class full of kids. This program is designed to be minimalist. It requires little or no equipment allowing a wide array of socioeconomic groups an opportunity to be physically fit and physically active throughout their lives.
Music
Music K, 1, 2(3)
Instructor: Mariya Salas
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This class will explore several aspects of music through units studying singing, musical notation, rhythm, and introduction to musical instruments. Children will grow in appreciation of music, perform music and lay a foundation for understanding basic music theory. We will sing, dance, play instruments, make instruments and have a lot of fun.
Music 3rd-5th
Instructor: Sara Lofrano
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This music course will introduce various musical concepts such as rhythm, harmony, and melody through listening, singing, and playing multiple instruments. This class will also dive into instrumental and singing techniques plus fundamental music theory. Students will be able to describe music, create their own melodies, sing and play various selections, and have a new admiration for music at the and of the semester.
Choir 6th-12th
Instructor: Sara Lofrano
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
In choir, students will explore, study, and perform a wide variety of music. The materials cover some traditional choral pieces but will focus mainly on modern contemporary music. Participating in this choir will broaden students knowledge of vocal technique, ear training, sight reading and will increase appreciation for all varieties of music. Each semester will conclude with a fun performance for friends and family.
Private or Semi-Private Music Lessons: Voice Lessons; Violin; Piano; Guitar; Ukulele; Brass: Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Euphonium, French Horn
Multiple Instructors
Private $80/month; $320/semester
Semi-Private $60/month; $240/semester
Private 30 minute lessons available several hours of the day. See schedule for times.
Voice/Piano Lessons: Sessions at 9; 9:30; 10; 10:30; 11; 11:30; 12 at Cornerstone with Sara Lofrano
Guitar/Ukulele/Piano/All Brass: Music Lessons 1-10 (9 AM to 1:30 PM) at The Crossing with Gino Videche
Lessons are private unless a family has siblings or two families want to partner for semi-private.
With the exception of piano lessons, students will need to provide their own instrument.
Tutoring
Private Tutoring Sessions
Instructor: Audrey Melendez
$100/month ($400/semester); 50 minutes/week
We have 50 minutes sessions with a private tutor available throughout the day for students who need one on one instruction. Audrey Melendez homeschooled her own children through high school. She has tutored students at all grade levels in many subject areas. If you are interested in tutoring for your high school student in a specific subject, please check first to make sure it is an area she teaches.
Sessions are available at The Crossing on Tuesdays. Additional times are available throughout the week both virtually and in-person.
Coding Classes
NHA has outsourced coding to David Keller of Mr. Code's Wild Ride. Coding classes will no longer be in our registration system. Students should register directly with this vendor. Mr. Code is a vendor with all charters and POs/Vouchers should be issued to Mr. Code's Wild Ride.
To enroll, please email Mr. Keller at the address below with the following information.mrcodeswildride@gmail.com
Class enrolling in
Child's first and last name
Parent phone number
Payment and vouchers or POs should be made to him directly as follows:
Charter Vouchers/POs to Mr. Code’s Wild Ride
Venmo to David-Keller-149
PayPal to kellerdb@gmail.com (choose Sending to a friend)
Zelle to kellerdb@gmail.com
Phone number and website for more info:
(916) 668-4887
www.mrcodeswildride.com
Web Coding 5th+
Instructor: David Keller
Thursday Virtual Class
Spring:$325/15 weeks;
55 minutes/class
Learn how to build web apps and games using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This class is very hands-on where students build complete projects from day one. The curriculum is self-paced with individual instructor help, and the class can be taken multiple times to advance further. Laptops will be provided for in-class use. For virtual classes, the student will need their own computer.
Students can take more than one session per week to advance more quickly but each session is priced individually.
Block Coding 2nd-4th
Instructor: David Keller
Thursday Virtual Class
Spring:$325/15 weeks;
55 minutes/class
Learn coding fundamentals through block-based challenges. Challenges include directing a character through a maze, drawing various shapes, making animations, making music, etc.
Python Coding 5th+
Instructor: David Keller
Thursday Virtual Class
Spring:$325/15 weeks;
55 minutes/class
Learn coding fundamentals using Python, one of the most popular programming languages. This class is very hands-on where students build complete projects from day one. The curriculum is self-paced with individual instructor help, and the class can be taken multiple times to advance further.
Enrollment Opens Nov 28, 10 AM for returning families. New families may enroll starting Dec 1.
Each class in our schedule above has a linked course description with pricing. To view descriptions on a computer, simply hover near the black triangle in the upper right corner near the course name. Course descriptions and pricing can also be found listed below.
All classes are non-sectarian and eligible for charter funding unless otherwise noted. All classes will need to reach minimum enrollment requirements in order to stay on the schedule.
English Language Arts
ELA TK/K
Instructor: Jennifer Soto
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
This class is intended to give your child the experience of a basic TK/Kindergarten class once a week. We will have a 'letter of the week' which will include learning the sound the letter makes through songs, activities, and stories, learning the correct way to write the letter, and a 'show and tell' opportunity for students to take turns sharing things that start with that letter that they will bring from home. Students will also learn about calendars, dates, and days of the week as well holidays and other level appropriate lessons.
ELA 1st (2nd) Grade
Instructor: Kristin Welch
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
Using a variety of manipulatives, graphs, and other fun aids, students will learn the parts of speech and how to use them to write, proof, and edit strong sentences. They will have a brief exposure to using reference tools (dictionary and thesaurus) to help them improve their sentences. An oral report (assigned as homework) will be presented in class, along with a project, allowing students to engage in public speaking and learn how to be respectful members of an audience. Fictional and fact-based literature, followed up with text-dependent questions, will be discussed to develop listening and critical thinking skills. Woven into each class will be opportunities to learn important “life skills” such as following oral and written directions, demonstrating time management skills, and practicing organizational techniques. Students enrolled in the class must have a firm grip of the names and letter sounds of the alphabet and be able to write those letters, their name, and several high-frequency words.
ELA 2nd (3rd) Grade
Instructor: Kristin Welch
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
Using a variety of manipulatives, graphs, and other fun aids, students will review the parts of speech and how to use them to write, proof, and edit strong sentences. They will have a brief exposure to using reference tools (dictionary and thesaurus) to help them improve their sentences. They will also learn how to take several different styles of notes and write a paragraph. An oral report (assigned as homework) will be presented in class, along with a project, allowing students to engage in public speaking and learn how to be respectful members of an audience. Fictional and fact-based literature, followed up with text-dependent questions, will be discussed to develop listening and critical thinking skills. Woven into each class will be opportunities to learn important “life skills” such as following oral and written directions, demonstrating time management skills, and practicing organizational techniques. Students enrolled in the class must have a firm grip of basic phonics and how to write sentences.
Science & Literature TK/K
Instructor: Abigail Soto
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners will all benefit from this course that will toggle between hands-on science and hands-on literature.
The science portion will use Mystery Science which introduces a concept in a two minute video presented in the form of a mystery. That leads to discussion questions where they further explore the concept and then a hands-on science experiment that solves the mystery in a way students can understand and remember.
For literature lessons, the course will feature an illustrated classic children's storybook and include a variety of hands-on activities centered around the story. Using the unit study model, topics covered could include history, geography, art or science.
Institute for Excellence in Writing A 3rd-5th Grade
YEAR 1 IEW A (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Terri Robinson
$53/month ($212/semester)
50 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 3-5 will learn how to write structurally from existing models of writing. Incoming students must be able to independently write sentences, confident readers, and have a general understanding of creating a paragraph.
Students add style to their writing using a checklist including dress-ups such as quality adjectives and strong verbs. This program moves methodically through a series of steps building as it goes and allowing both enthusiastic and reluctant writers to master the writing process. Students will have weekly homework. A binder with tabs and all course handouts will be included.
Please note that this class is from 3rd-5th grade. Please inquire before enrolling your student if they are outside of this grade range to ensure it will be a good fit. (This class is not likely to be appropriate for younger students). This class will have homework each week.
Institute for Excellence in Writing A 4th-6th Grade
YEAR 2 IEW A (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Julianne Welch
$53/month ($212/semester)
50 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 4-6 who have completed IEW A Year 1 are ready are ready for their second year of the Structure and Style for Students. This course will review and refine the seven previously learned IEW units, then press on to Essays and Formal Critiques. Students will learn how to outline, summarize, write narratives, research reports, and end with creative writing. They will add style to their writing using a checklist including dress ups and will add sentence openers to their paragraphs. A binder with tabs will be provided for the course. Students will have weekly homework. Weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
IEW B Year 1 6th-8th Grade (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Julianne Welch
$53/month ($212/semester); 50 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 6-8 will learn how to write structurally from existing models of writing at a higher level than IEW A. Students do not need to take IEW A in order to be successful in IEW B. They will learn how to outline, summarize, write narratives, research reports, and end with creative writing. Students will add style to their writing using a checklist including dress ups and will add sentence openers to their paragraphs. A binder with tabs will be provided for the course. Students will have weekly homework. Weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
IEW B Year 2 7th-9th Grade (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Terri Robinson
$60/month ($240/semester)
80 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 7-9 Students who have completed IEW B Year 1 are ready for their second year of Structure and Style for Students. This course will review and refine the nine previously learned IEW units, then press on into writing responses to literature.
IEW C Year 1 9th-12th (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Terri Robinson
$60/month ($240/semester); 80 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 9-12 will learn how to effectively use a wide range of structural models and stylistic techniques in their compositions, as they write on a variety of enjoyable fiction and non-fiction topics. The course will cover outlining, summarizing, story sequencing, taking notes, report writing, and essay writing. The essay writing will include how to outline, introductions, thesis statements, transitions, and conclusions. Several different grammar concepts will also be covered. A binder with tabs will be provided for the course. Students will have weekly homework.
IEW C Year 2 10th-12th (Binder/materials included)
Instructor: Ms. Millen
$60/month ($240/semester)
80 min/week
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Students in grades 10-12 who have completed Level C Year 1 are ready for their second year of the Structure and Style for Students. This course will review and refine the nine previously learned IEW units and response to literature, then press on into full literary analysis.
Engaging English: Grammar & Mechanics 3rd-5th
Instructor: Nicole Nyborg
$43/month; $172/semester
This English Grammar and Mechanics course will engage 3rd-5th grade students using strategies and techniques pulled from a variety of popular publishers. Students will learn capitalization, punctuation, parts of speech, usage and more using classroom activities and games in addition to printed worksheets and proven mnemonic devices. This course will include suggested homework activities to reinforce the learning done in class.
Math/Science
Science & Literature TK/K
Instructor: Abigail Soto
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners will all benefit from this course that will toggle between hands-on science and hands-on literature.
The science portion will use Mystery Science which introduces a concept in a two minute video presented in the form of a mystery. That leads to discussion questions where they further explore the concept and then a hands-on science experiment which solves the mystery in a way students can understand and remember.
For literature lessons, the course that will feature an illustrated classic children's storybook and include a variety of hands-on activities centered around the story. Using the unit study model, topics covered could include history, geography, art or science.
Math/Science Lab 1st-2nd; 3rd-5th
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
This course will alternate math one week and science the next. Both are 50 minutes.
Instructor: Alison Orozco
The Math lab will focus on improving recall of basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts depending on level. Math facts will be practiced with fun games, puzzles, and group activities. Techniques will be introduced to help with speed and recall. In addition, logic and problem solving activities will be done to aid in solving more complex math problems.
Instructor: Nicole Nyborg
The activities and projects in the Chemistry and Physics lab are sure to delight and inspire young minds. They’ll begin by exploring the basic building blocks of matter, atoms and molecules, and then journey through simple chemicals, the laws of motion, and energy in its many forms, before discovering concepts of electricity and magnetism. Along the way, students will enjoy projects like making their own bouncy ball, formulating a smoke bomb, constructing a working periscope, fashioning a miniature motor, and creating a lava lamp!
All labs are non-sectarian and supplemental in nature. Parents who would like to further explore this topic with students at home can get the source textbook with full lessons for all labs done in class.
STEM Unit Studies 10 AM 3rd-5th
Lego Motion
Simple Machines
Mystery Science
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Students enrolled in 3rd-5th STEM unit studies will rotate between all three 5-week classes over the course of the semester. Students enrolled in the course will take all three units. These are all new lessons for the Spring Semester.
Lego Motion
The LEGO® Education BricQ Motion Essential course engages 3rd - 5th grade students in the exploration of physical science within a sports context. BricQ Motion helps foster an understanding of forces, motion, and interactions by providing easy hands-on learning experiences.
This unit will develop the students' understanding of forces and motion as they engage in and conduct investigations about the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces. They'll investigate the patterns in an object's motion, developing and sharpening their ability to predict future motion. Along the way, they'll develop their collaborative conversation skills as they effectively engage in a range of discussions.
Silly Uses for Simple Machines
This course will explore the power of simple machines through an engaging dive into the world of Rube Goldberg’s wonderfully complicated inventions. Based on the book Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Definitely Different Day Off, the students will deconstruct the crazy inventions described to find the simple machines that make them work. They will recreate the simple machines to discover their hidden power and potential for real world applications.
Mystery Science
Mystery Science will introduce students to a scientific concept in the form of a question or mystery presented in a 2 minute video. From there they will embark on a journey to solve the mystery and find the answer. They will explore the topic through discussion questions and then a hands-on science experiment which reveals the solution in a way students can understand and remember. There will be an emphasis on collaboration, problem-solving, and teamwork throughout the duration of this class. This class will not have homework, but weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
Basic Math 5th-8th Grade
Instructor: Alison Orozco
$92/month; ($368/semester) Tuesdays In-Person/Thursdays On-line
Basic Math 5+ will cover operations using whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and integers along with a unit on geometry and introduction to equations and graphing to lay a strong arithmetic foundation which is crucial to the study of algebra and higher mathematics. This course is appropriate for advanced 5th graders, on-level 6th-7th graders, and 8th-9th graders who may need more work on basic math concepts before proceeding to Pre-Algebra. This class will meet on Tuesdays in-person and Thursdays virtually with homework assignments for the remaining days.
This course will use math workbooks which will be provided. This is a two semester course.
Pre-Algebra 7th-9th Grade
Instructor: Justin Soto
$92/month; ($368/semester);
Subscription to Teaching Textbooks included
Tues In-Person & Thurs On-line
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
This course will prepare students for the formal study of Algebra 1 with lessons that include review of all basic math concepts and encourage mastery of new topics foundational to the study of Algebra.
A list of all topics covered can be found at this link.
content.teachingtextbooksapp.com/magentoimages/PreAlgebra_TOC-2.0.pdf
This course will include a 12 month subscription to Teaching Textbooks on-line. In order to get the most from this course, students will need to have access to a computer or mobile device to complete homework. If there are those who do not have such access, a physical textbook can be ordered to replace the on-line subscription, but this is not recommended.
In-class instruction will prepare students for homework assignments but students will need to complete lessons at home in order to finish the course.
Algebra 1 8th-12th Grade
Instructor: Justin Soto
$87/month; ($348/semester) Tues In-person/Thursdays On-line
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Algebra I is a common starting point for high school math studies. A review of fundamental math skills in unit 1 will ensure students are ready for algebraic concepts. Students’ math competence will grow as they learn to solve expressions, functions, and equations by using formulas, ratios, proportions, percentages, and rates. Other concepts include exponents and scientific notation, polynomials and trinomials, multi-step inequalities, slope formulas, and systems of equations and inequalities. Students will solve quadratic functions through various methods including graphing, factoring, square roots, completing the square, and the quadratic equation. Using tables and graphs, students will analyze and organize data and statistics. Students will learn to work and solve exponential, radical, and rational functions and equations.
We are excited to report we have acquired a site license for Bright Thinker print curriculum. This popular publisher has given us permission to copy the math workbooks for NHA student use. The cost of reproducing this curriculum is a fraction of its retail value and we are passing that savings on to our students. These are full standards-aligned courses but they are designed for personalized learning so it is very student-friendly format with full explanations included in each of the 8 workbooks.
This core math class has two sessions per week with the instructor (one in-person and one virtual) with required homework assignments in between classes.
High School Geometry
Instructor: Justin Soto
$92/month; ($368/semester);
Workbooks Included
Tues In-Person & Thurs On-line
Students will learn essential geometry concepts with the step-by-step Studies in Geometry series of 4 workbooks. Starting with constructing geometric shapes using a compass, ruler, or protractor, students progress through line segments, arcs, circles, triangles, polygons, perpendicular lines and more. Theorems and postulates are presented informally with short explanations, then are developed using follow-up practice activities. Each workbook also includes a handy glossary of essential concepts and a post-test to check understanding.
Middle School Science: Chemistry/Physics (Real Science 4 Kids) 6th-8th Grade
Instructor: Cameron Lanteigne
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
This class is designed to give students both solid science information and hands-on experimentation. Students will be exposed to scientific terminology. During each class, the teacher will review with the students from the Real Science 4 Kids (Gravitas Publications) text. Experiments are designed to engage the students in an actual scientific investigation and not simply a demonstration by the teacher. Quizzes and tests will be given periodically.
Spring Semester: Physics
Real Science Physics will introduce students to the basic building blocks of physics in a way that is easy for students to understand. Students will explore the laws of physics, force, energy, work, potential and kinetic energy, chemical energy, electrical energy and electric charge, heat, magnets, momentum, inertia, friction, sound, light, the conservation of energy, and more.
A-G Biology Lab 9th-12th Grade
Instructor: Tina Nassar
$60/month ($240/semester); 80 minutes/week (Includes supplies/specimens and lab manual)
This is a two semester course but students are welcome to add at any time.
Light lectures will be done at the beginning of every lab to provide students with the information needed to perform the lab with understanding. At times, the students will also be required to complete some additional work at home to prepare for upcoming labs.
Students will be expected to complete the labs and will be assigned grades for their work and participation.
It is important to understand that this course only fulfills the lab portion of a biology curriculum. The students should be doing their own biology curriculum at home in addition to this lab class.
This lab course can be used with any biology textbook and we have charts available showing correlation of experiments to many common textbooks.
Check with your school to ensure this lab course will comply with a-g requirements.
Students will use the QSL Biology Lab Manual (included).
Spring Semester
Fungus - Yeast
Monocot vs. Dicot (leaf, root, stem)
Parts of a Flower
Plant Leaves
Lichen
Dissection: Sea Star
Dissection: Worm
Dissection: Crayfish
Dissection: Grasshopper
Dissection: Fish
Blood
Muscle
Bone
Genetics
Dissection: Frog
A-G Chemistry Lab 9th-12th Grade
Instructor: Tina Nassar
$60/month ($240/semester); 80 minutes/week Includes supplies/specimens and lab manual
This is a two semester course, but students are welcome to add at any time.
Light lectures will be done at the beginning of every lab to provide students with the information needed to perform the lab with understanding. At times, the students will also be required to complete some additional work at home to prepare for upcoming labs.
Students will be expected to complete the labs and will be assigned grades for their work and participation.
It is important to understand that this course only fulfills the lab portion of a chemistry curriculum. The students should be doing their own chemistry curriculum at home in addition to this lab class.
This lab course can be used with any chemistry textbook and we have charts available showing correlation of experiments to many common textbooks.
Algebra 1 is a prerequisite. Students will be doing algebraic equations and graphing.
Check with your school to ensure this lab course will comply with a-g requirements.
Students will use the MicroChem Manual, which is included with the tuition.
Spring Semester
Mole Ratios
Melting Points
Freezing Point Depression
Le Chatelier’s Principle
Reaction Rates, Concentration
Reaction Rates, Temperature and surface area
Solubility Product Constant
pH and pH Indicators
Buffers
Organic Chemistry Models
Hydrocarbon Models
Polymer Models
Cross-linking of a Polymer
Nuclear Decay Simulation
History/Geography/Logic/Entrepreneurship
Story of the World: Ancient Times, Volume 1, Grades 3rd-6th
Instructor: Julianne Welch
$43/month ($172/semester)
In this class, we will explore the story of the weird, wild, and wondrous things humans have done all over the world. We will use SOTW 1 as our spine. We will be reading the story together in class, and we will utilize games, projects, experiments, role plays, and stories to engage with the material in a fun and memorable way. This class will not have homework, but weekly emails with supplemental materials and resources will be provided to students and families.
Logical Fallacies
Instructor: Jennifer Wright (workbook included)
$50/month ($200 1st semester); (2nd Semester: $172)
50 minutes/week
Two Semester Course -
This course will cover twenty-eight informal fallacies such as begging the question, the straw man, ad hominem, etc. Clear explanations and illustrations, along with dialogues, worksheets, and dialectic discussion questions will make the fallacies fun to learn. The fallacies will become relevant with teacher directed practical applications such as analysis of current social, commercial, and political issues, as well as advertisements.
Entrepreneurship 6th-12th
Instructor: Jennifer Wright
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
What is an Entrepreneur? What are the skills you need to start your own business? During this course we will be looking at how to develop an Entrepreneur mindset and how to start your own business- including cost accounting, determining pricing and marketing skills.
World Culture & Geography
3rd-5th; 6th-12th
Track 1; Track 2
$50/month; $200/semester
Students will study world geography and cultures with guest presenters from around the globe. Students will create a binder mapping each country studied and compile worksheets with relevant facts from each presentation.
Students will learn highlights of history and culture from people with first-hand knowledge and might even get to sample a dish, learn a little bit of the language, or take home a recipe to try.
Country presentations will be grouped by continent and scheduled to coincide with dates of historical or cultural significance.
The instructor will facilitate regular review to assist students in long-term retention of the material.
Foreign Language
Spanish 1st-3rd; 3rd-5th
Instructor: Karina Bedwell
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This class will be appropriate for new and returning Spanish students. It will consist of learning basic conversation while having some exposure to Mexican culture through music, recipes, art, and children's literature. Students will learn daily vocabulary, such as objects, colors, shapes, numbers, alphabet, the calendar, weather, greetings, and their personal information. The class will incorporate games and activities using math, science, reading and writing.
Spanish 1 6th-12th
Instructor: Karina Bedwell
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This is a high school level Spanish 1 course. Spanish 1 will provide the student with a general introduction to the Spanish language: sound system, pronunciation, functional vocabulary related to everyday life, cultural information and basic grammatical structures. Emphasis will be on the acquisition of four skills: listening, speaking, reading and limited writing. There are two main objectives to the course. Foremost is to give the students the ability to carry on a simple conversation. The second is to provide the students with instruction that teaches a basic understanding of Spanish culture, vocabulary, and grammatical concepts.
All Russian language classes are cancelled for Spring 2023 as our instructor is moving out of the area. We are very sad to lose her.
Electives
Art TK-2nd
Instructor: Barbara Lopez
$50/month ($200/semester)
In elementary art, half of the fun and learning is in trying new things, using new materials and finding new and innovative ways to use materials. We will be exploring the standard pencils, makers and paint, but will also branch out into clay, paper mache, and many more exciting, tactile things. The children will get messy - please plan accordingly!
Elementary Art 3rd-5th
Track 1 & Track 2
Instructors: Summer Jessee
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Art is all around us. The awareness of art in our daily lives will lead us on a journey of discovery this year! We will learn about the elements of art in a creative play environment, allowing students the freedom to experience art in a fun and positive manner.
Intermediate Art 6th+
Track 1 & Track 2
Instructor: Summer Jessee
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Intermediate Art focuses on further mastery of the individual "building blocks" used to create works of art--the elements of art and principles of design.
Fun exercises and art projects will help illustrate these concepts so students understand what these "building blocks" are, and how to use them in their art. Learning the foundations of art is made fun by exploring a variety of art supplies in different techniques.
Knowing the "Language of Art" will help students communicate the meaning of their art and understand and talk about the art they see.
The Elements of Art are the "tools" that artists use to create artwork: Line, Shape, Form, Value, Color, Space, and Texture.
The Principles of Design are ways artists use the Elements of Art in a piece of art: Balance, Contrast, Repetition, Emphasis, and Unity.
Intermediate Art may explore:
Drawing with graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, markers, and pastels
Painting with acrylics and watercolors
Collage and sculpture
Color mixing, shading, textures, and more.
Art history and famous artists
Art vocabulary
Structured lessons offer individual choices to allow personal expression so each student's art is unique. Students enjoy seeing how their classmates solve problems and sharing their techniques.
Students keep a sketchbook for class notes and vocabulary, drawings, and smaller assignments.
Intermediate Art gives students the tools, skills and confidence to move on to more challenging art projects.
Art Lab: Zentangle
Instructor: Ann Baum
$50/month ($200/semester); 50 minutes/week
Art Lab: Learn to draw with Mrs. Baum, Certified Zentangle Teacher.
This is a multi-age class open to students in 3rd to 12th grades.
Zentangle is a drawing method that encourages carefree creativity. Simple patterns are used to create intricate artworks that are amazingly beautiful.
Zentangle kits will be provided for each student to keep and enjoy.
Ceramics 3rd+
Instructor: Christine Ault
$58/month ($232/semester);
50 minutes/week
This class will consist of hand building (NO POTTERY WHEELS) clay projects. Students will use a coil technique to build at least one item, then build monster boxes, spoons, and story book characters. All items will be painted, fired and returned to keep. Students will experience a variety of techniques like score and slip (addition), relief (subtraction), and various paint processes. This course seeks to deliver hands-on experiences that are tailored to the individual. All students are given basic parameters for the class and the latitude to do projects their own way. Students will have access to ceramics tools such as knives, scrapers, wires and more. Class tuition covers all clay, tools, paints, and kiln firing.
Crochet
Instructor: Christine Ault
$50/month; $200/semester
Students will learn the stitches, tools and techniques to get started with crochet! Instruction will include chain, single, double, and triple crochet. Supplies will be provided
Chess Class 3rd+
Instructor: Gary Weston
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
Open to students in 3rd to 8th grade who are interested in learning to play chess or have any level of experience. The goal of Chess class will be to offer an environment to learn or improve chess playing skills. In addition, it is hoped that players will be open to learning the history of the game while appreciating the significance of chess worldwide not only as a game, but a social, competitive, educational, and artistic phenomenon that has endured for centuries.
Musical Theater 3rd-9th
Director: Karla Wells
$53/month ($212/semester); 80 minutes/week
Musical: Aristocats
This course will teach students the basics of theater focusing on the development of singing, acting, and movement skills. Cast members will learn an entire show in one semester, culminating with a performance for friends and family. Families may be asked to help with costumes and set design.
Photography 7th+
Instructor: Rebekah Soto
$50/month ($200/semester);
50 minutes/week
Are you a jr high or high schooler who loves to take photos? This photography course will highlight the main functions of your camera and how to use them. Lessons will focus on proper photo exposure as well as basic editing techniques. You will learn how to effectively use your camera in manual mode and have a complete understanding of how your camera works.
Ideally, students should have a DSLR camera to get the most out of this course.
Lego Motion 1st-2nd
Instructor: Abigail Soto
$50/month; $200/semester
This one semester course will repeat for new students in the second semester.
The LEGO® Education BricQ Motion Essential course engages 1st & 2nd grade students in the exploration of physical science within a sports context. BricQ Motion helps foster an understanding of forces, motion, and interactions by providing easy hands-on learning experiences.
The lessons will introduce students to the process of asking and answering questions, data analysis, and how to present their ideas. They'll work toward determining whether design solutions work as they were intended to change the speed or direction of an object with a push or a pull.
Physical Education K-2nd; 3rd-8th; 7th-12th
Instructor: Stefanie Alderman
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
Based on the principles of mechanics, consistency and then intensity, our P.E. program emphasizes good movement throughout childhood and adolescence. Consistently good mechanics translates to physical literacy, enhanced sports performance and fewer sports injuries for kids. Not only that, a vast body of research indicates that exercise is beneficial to cognitive function which means consistent participation can have a positive impact on children’s academic achievement.
Industry professional from the IronMile gym will instruct this class which will translate into BIG fun for all ages. Students will learn an active alternative to sedentary pursuits which means less childhood obesity and all-around better health. Further, the needs of second graders and high-school varsity wrestlers differ by degree but not kind; the program is scalable for any age or experience level and accounts for the varied maturation status one can find in a class full of kids. This program is designed to be minimalist. It requires little or no equipment allowing a wide array of socioeconomic groups an opportunity to be physically fit and physically active throughout their lives.
Music
Music K, 1, 2(3)
Instructor: Mariya Salas
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This class will explore several aspects of music through units studying singing, musical notation, rhythm, and introduction to musical instruments. Children will grow in appreciation of music, perform music and lay a foundation for understanding basic music theory. We will sing, dance, play instruments, make instruments and have a lot of fun.
Music 3rd-5th
Instructor: Sara Lofrano
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
This music course will introduce various musical concepts such as rhythm, harmony, and melody through listening, singing, and playing multiple instruments. This class will also dive into instrumental and singing techniques plus fundamental music theory. Students will be able to describe music, create their own melodies, sing and play various selections, and have a new admiration for music at the and of the semester.
Choir 6th-12th
Instructor: Sara Lofrano
$43/month ($172/semester); 50 minutes/week
In choir, students will explore, study, and perform a wide variety of music. The materials cover some traditional choral pieces but will focus mainly on modern contemporary music. Participating in this choir will broaden students knowledge of vocal technique, ear training, sight reading and will increase appreciation for all varieties of music. Each semester will conclude with a fun performance for friends and family.
Private or Semi-Private Music Lessons: Voice Lessons; Violin; Piano; Guitar; Ukulele; Brass: Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Euphonium, French Horn
Multiple Instructors
Private $80/month; $320/semester
Semi-Private $60/month; $240/semester
Private 30 minute lessons available several hours of the day. See schedule for times.
Voice/Piano Lessons: Sessions at 9; 9:30; 10; 10:30; 11; 11:30; 12 at Cornerstone with Sara Lofrano
Guitar/Ukulele/Piano/All Brass: Music Lessons 1-10 (9 AM to 1:30 PM) at The Crossing with Gino Videche
Lessons are private unless a family has siblings or two families want to partner for semi-private.
With the exception of piano lessons, students will need to provide their own instrument.
Tutoring
Private Tutoring Sessions
Instructor: Audrey Melendez
$100/month ($400/semester); 50 minutes/week
We have 50 minutes sessions with a private tutor available throughout the day for students who need one on one instruction. Audrey Melendez homeschooled her own children through high school. She has tutored students at all grade levels in many subject areas. If you are interested in tutoring for your high school student in a specific subject, please check first to make sure it is an area she teaches.
Sessions are available at The Crossing on Tuesdays. Additional times are available throughout the week both virtually and in-person.
Coding Classes
NHA has outsourced coding to David Keller of Mr. Code's Wild Ride. Coding classes will no longer be in our registration system. Students should register directly with this vendor. Mr. Code is a vendor with all charters and POs/Vouchers should be issued to Mr. Code's Wild Ride.
To enroll, please email Mr. Keller at the address below with the following information.mrcodeswildride@gmail.com
Class enrolling in
Child's first and last name
Parent phone number
Payment and vouchers or POs should be made to him directly as follows:
Charter Vouchers/POs to Mr. Code’s Wild Ride
Venmo to David-Keller-149
PayPal to kellerdb@gmail.com (choose Sending to a friend)
Zelle to kellerdb@gmail.com
Phone number and website for more info:
(916) 668-4887
www.mrcodeswildride.com
Web Coding 5th+
Instructor: David Keller
Thursday Virtual Class
Spring:$325/15 weeks;
55 minutes/class
Learn how to build web apps and games using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This class is very hands-on where students build complete projects from day one. The curriculum is self-paced with individual instructor help, and the class can be taken multiple times to advance further. Laptops will be provided for in-class use. For virtual classes, the student will need their own computer.
Students can take more than one session per week to advance more quickly but each session is priced individually.
Block Coding 2nd-4th
Instructor: David Keller
Thursday Virtual Class
Spring:$325/15 weeks;
55 minutes/class
Learn coding fundamentals through block-based challenges. Challenges include directing a character through a maze, drawing various shapes, making animations, making music, etc.
Python Coding 5th+
Instructor: David Keller
Thursday Virtual Class
Spring:$325/15 weeks;
55 minutes/class
Learn coding fundamentals using Python, one of the most popular programming languages. This class is very hands-on where students build complete projects from day one. The curriculum is self-paced with individual instructor help, and the class can be taken multiple times to advance further.
Pricing structure
We have a 5 tier pricing structure. Base prices are $43/$50/$53/$60/$92 per month depending on the length of the class in addition to any lab fees, supply fees, curriculum fees, etc. We will do everything possible to keep our classes affordable for all families.
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