2025-2026 Course Descriptions

Courses are listed alphabetical by teacher’s last name

ART: CREATIVE JOURNEY

Teacher: Kathy Anderson

Prerequisites: Students must be able to copy a basic step-by-step drawing as demonstrated by the teacher.

Ages: 9+

Class size: 6-16

Materials Fees: $40 (one-time fee) includes a set of neon gel pens and spiral bound book for each student.

Tuition: $30/month

Payment Options: Check and CashApp ($kathysanderson60)

Supplies Needed: none

High school students may earn 0.5 credits if they complete the 32 hours of class time and spend an additional 28 hours drawing or painting at home.

Course Description: Join us for an inspiring art class where creativity meets faith! Each student will receive a spiral bound book of blank pages. We will create artwork that illustrates a scripture or captures the beauty of God’s creation. Students can choose from the following options with each piece:

Complete the drawing/painting as a stand-alone piece. The book can become a portfolio of the year’s art or pages may be removed as separate designs.
Create a book of illustrated scripture and add a correlating Bible verse to each page.
Add a tiny hidden character in each piece of art and write a story about the adventures of the tiny critter on each page. Scripture verses may also be included with this option.

We will explore diverse mediums and techniques including paper marbling, tea-stained paper, neon gel pens, watercolor pencils, acrylic paint markers, white charcoal, markers, and watercolor crystals. Some projects (i.e. paper marbling, white charcoal, watercolor crystals….) will be completed on separate paper and may be added to the book with adhesive. Each student will receive a set of gel pens to take home, ensuring the artistic journey continues beyond the classroom.

Most projects are demonstrated with a live camera or video to enable students to follow step by step if they choose. Alternate versions of each project are offered for students who choose to work independently.

Homework Expectations: None

Below are a few examples of this year’s projects:

Watercolor crystals and watercolor pencil

Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. Col. 3:16

Tea-stained paper

The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever. Isaiah 40:8

Acrylic paint markers

Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it. Mark 10:15

Watercolor pencil

Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the first fruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, Proverbs 3:9-10a

ART FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Teacher: Linda Belz

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 6-8

Class Size: 6-12

Materials Fee: $30.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Cash, Check or Zelle (720-438-9361)

Supplies Needed: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This fun class will always begin with a devotion and prayer. Each week a different picture book will be featured that helps introduce that week’s artistic focus. We will learn about famous artists and their unique styles and have encounters with lots of varied art materials. We will also learn basic elements of art and color theory through songs and put them into practice in all our creative “artistic encounters!” This class will help the students appreciate God’s beautiful world of design and creativity.

HOMEWORK EXPECTATIONS: None

GAMES GALORE

Teacher: Linda Belz

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 6-8

Class Size: 6-12

Materials Fee: $30.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Cash, Check or Zelle (720-438-9361)

Supplies Needed: I will provide most of the snacks; however, I will gladly accept a parent’s offer to provide a snack occasionally.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Playing games is a great way for children to learn new skills such as problem solving and social interaction while having fun. In this class we will begin by enjoying a healthy snack. Then we will rotate weekly between various board games and puzzles, group activity games and card games. Rules of the games will be explained before we break into small groups to practice playing. What a fun way to end a wonderful day at Master’s Hand!

HOMEWORK EXPECTATIONS: None

COMPUTER SCIENCE 1

Teacher: Cedar Cranson

Prerequisites: Algebra, Typing

Ages: 13+

Class Size: 4-15

Materials Fee: $10.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Cedar-Cranson)

Supplies Needed: Access to a computer (the computer is not required in class but access to one outside of class is required to complete homework). Students are welcome to bring in a laptop to class (all in-class access to this computer must be class related and should not distract the rest of the class).

Course Description: In this class we will learn the basics of computer programming using the C# language. Students will learn to program a computer to solve simple problems. We will learn the basics of program flow (conditionals, loops, recursion, switches). Once this important foundation has been acquired, we will learn program structures (methods, classes, inheritance, polymorphism and interfaces).

Homework Expectations: Each student will need to select a project to code at home for the semester. This project will be designed by the students yet must be pre-approved by both the instructor and parent(s). The project scope can be very small or large depending on the interest of the student.

*Homework will be required in order to complete the semester project.
*High school students may earn .5 to 1 credit depending on the size of the project chosen.

Note: If there is enough demand next year, a more advanced programming course will be offered focused on data structures and more advanced concepts (Arrays, Lists, Map, Tree, Graphs)

BUILDING TEAMS, SERVING THE LORD

Teacher: Julie Deener

Prerequisites: A heart to serve!

Ages: 11+

Class Size: 9-12

Materials Fee: $35 to include classroom supplies and to supplement needed outreach items after donation collections. If there is any extra fee money at the end of the year it will be donated directly to The Our Center and Life Choices.

Tuition: Ages 11-12 $30.00; Ages 13+ $35.00
High School students are eligible for elective credit

Payment Options: Check and Venmo (@juliedeener7)

Supplies Needed: Each student should bring pencils, a pen, a highlighter, and a 3-ring binder (dedicated to our service class) with horizontal pockets and lined loose-leaf paper. Occasionally, specific outreach items may be needed, depending on the project. Donating these items is always appreciated, but always optional.

Course Description: Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Building Teams, Serving the Lord is a class designed for middle and high school students eager to serve with purpose, grow as leaders, and develop teamwork skills. In this group, you’ll discover what it takes to become a close-knit, effective team that works together to serve the Lord and positively affect the world around you. Through engaging activities, multiple team-building exercises, and meaningful service projects, students will learn how to collaborate, communicate, and problem-solve as part of a team. Join us as we grow in faith, build meaningful friendships, and work together to make a difference!

Homework Expectations: Assignments will involve such things as reflecting on your experiences and preparing to share why you believe a specific cause should be the focus of the team. You will have time to work on assignments in class, but occasionally, you may need to finish them at home if it’s not completed or if you want to learn more and explore the topic further.

Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV) “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving .”

Housekeeping: Parents-There will be additional time spent outside the regular 55-minute class period at Master’s Hand for service-related activities. This could include extra time after class working on projects like preparing Thanksgiving dinner baskets or participating in service opportunities at locations such as the Humane Society or a soup kitchen, which may take place on a different day of the week.

As the program progresses, we will have a clearer idea of how many service projects we will participate in, but I anticipate an average of 1-2 projects per semester unless students choose to focus on one cause.

Parents will need to transport their children to outreach locations. If you are willing to help with carpooling, please let me know, and we will work to coordinate when feasible.

Although student and parent participation outside of class is strongly encouraged to enhance the benefits of the course, it is not mandatory. Thank you for your support!

STEAM SQUAD

Teacher: Kristi Deshler

Prerequisites: none

Ages: 6-8

Class size: 5-10

Materials Fees: $25.00

Tuition: $30.00

Supplies Needed: Please save empty toilet paper tubes, empty paper towel tubes and individual size plastic water bottles.

Course Description: Join us for a fun, hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) class where young learners will explore God’s amazing world through creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork! Each week, students will engage in exciting activities that encourage critical thinking, perseverance, and cooperation.

Projects will include:

Build a marshmallow Peep nest using pipe cleaners and a cup.
Use wooden shape blocks to solve tangram puzzles.
Solve verbal thinking puzzles to develop logic and reasoning.
Experiment with sink or float activities, predicting and recording results.
Construct 3D geometric shapes using pipe cleaners and straws.
Measure objects using non-standard units like blocks, paperclips, and hands.

Faith & Character Focus:

As we explore STEAM concepts, we will also focus on godly character. Students will be encouraged to:
Persevere when challenges feel tough (Philippians 4:13)
Encourage others and celebrate teamwork (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
Use kind words and work together joyfully (Ephesians 4:29)
Follow directions and respect one another (Colossians 3:23)
Have fun while learning about God’s wonderful creation!

This class is designed to be interactive, engaging, and filled with hands-on discovery. Through problem-solving and exploration, students will build confidence and curiosity while glorifying God in all they do.

Come ready to build, create, and explore STEAM in a way that honors our Creator!

Homework Expectations: None

MORE LIKE JESUS

Teacher: Teacher: Staci Heins

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 4-5

Class Size: 5-10

Materials Fee: $20.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Brian-Heins-10)

Supplies Needed: None

Course Description: In this class, I will explore godly character traits with the children. We will do this through song, memorizing scripture, reading stories & learning about individuals from the Bible who display these character traits. As Christians, we desire to exhibit traits that reflect Christ. I desire to walk alongside your children, pointing them to Jesus and showing how we can live our lives to reflect Him and bring Him glory. The following character traits will be some that I will emphasize in class …Attentive, Teachable, Obedient, Respectful, Honest, Forgiving, Peacemaker, Courageous, Discerning, Content, Servant Hearted, Thankful, Self Control, Loving, Humble, Prayerful, Joyful, Generous, Responsible, Compassionate, Kind, Patient, Diligent, Faithful.

Homework Expectations: None

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY

Teacher: Staci Heins

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 4-5

Class Size: 5-10

Materials Fee: $20.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Brian-Heins-10)

Supplies Needed: None

Course Description: Continuing the theme of character traits that we learn about in our “More Like Jesus” time, we will read picture books that will further our understanding of these traits. In this class, we will focus on a letter of the alphabet and a character that matches that letter, along with other fun themes. In this class, I will set up learning centers that will encourage exploration through science, letter identification, math concepts, crafts, sensory bins, learning games, creative play, and more. I plan to have 3-4 centers\stations for the children each week.

Homework Expectations: None

LEARNING THROUGH MOVEMENT

Teacher: Staci Heins

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 4-5

Class Size: 5-10

Materials Fee: $20.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Brian-Heins-10)

Supplies Needed: a snack each week for your child

Course Description: Music and movement activities are a great way to help children learn and develop their motor skills; both fine and gross motor. Music and movement can be used to enhance cognitive development, creative, social-emotional, and language development. It’s great for encouraging children to move in new and creative ways. Music captures imaginations and gets kids excited and interested in new things. This will be a fun class to get children moving and to be able to release some energy in fun and creative ways. We will discover music and movement through dance, some musical instruments, singing, and games. God gave us such wonderful bodies, let’s get them moving and glorify Him!

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 9-12

Teacher: Jamie Kuntz

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9-12

Class size: 3-10

Materials Fees: $25.00 for copies, learning materials, handouts, etc.

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check, Venmo (@Jamie_Kuntz)

Supplies Needed: Notebook and pen/pencil (this notebook is for general notes or having paper for activities, so this notebook does not need to be designated specifically for this class)

Course Description: In this course, we will learn basic conversational vocabulary and skills in a variety of topics.

Topics/Subjects include (but are not limited to):

How to introduce yourself
Numbers: counting, ages, ordinal numbers, money signs, etc.
Colors, foods, & animals
Describing & discussing self and others (people & family)
Describing & discussing activities (sports, school subjects, etc.)

Homework Expectations: Intermittent handouts, activities, or online videos for review and practice during the week. These will not be required but will be very beneficial for language acquisition as it is difficult to learn a language when only using/exposed to it once a week.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 13+

Teacher: Jamie Kuntz

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 13+

Class size: 3-10

Materials Fees: *TBD – there will be at least a $25.00 (one-time fee) for copies, learning materials, handouts, etc., then there may also be a required book. I may choose to own a book myself and simply copy excerpts to read as homework. If I make copies, I will increase the materials fee. If I select a book, students will be required to purchase the book as it will be used for the entirety of the school year.*

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check, Venmo (@Jamie_Kuntz)

Supplies Needed: Notebook and pen/pencil (this notebook is for general notes or having paper for activities, so this notebook does not need to be designated specifically for this class). *Book purchase possibly required*

Course Description: In this course, we will learn basic conversational vocabulary and skills in a variety of topics. We will also explore some basics of Deaf culture as culture is the foundation of language. This course will include reading assignments to be completed at home with “discussion days” in class. With in class time and homework assignments, this course will be worth 0.5 credits. Students who wish to earn more than 0.5 credits can complete more in-depth homework assignments (writing/discussion and watch assigned online videos).

Topics/Subjects include (but are not limited to):

How to introduce yourself
Numbers: counting, ages, ordinal numbers, money signs, etc.
Colors, foods, & animals
Describing & discussing self and others (people & family)
Describing & discussing activities (sports, school subjects, etc.)

Homework Expectations: Approximately 1 hour of homework per week: required assignments will be a mixture of reading, writing, and reviewing online resources. *Specifics TBD* – I am researching books to use as the cultural learning portion of this course and will list the specific book once I have chosen which to use. Language and culture are inextricable. Learning about the Deaf culture is essential for acquiring usable ASL skills. Reading will be assigned as homework, and we will discuss the readings in class periodically (discussion days). Since language cannot be learned in isolation, I will prioritize class time for practicing active language skills. Thus, there may be simple writing assignments to support comprehension of the reading material (e.g. writing a brief summary of the week’s reading, answering simple questions about the week’s reading, etc.) and to facilitate some “discussion” outside of class time. I will also share online resources for review at home.

ISRAELI FOLK DANCE

Teacher: Jamie Kuntz

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 6-8

Class size: 3-10

Materials Fees: $10.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check, Venmo (@Jamie_Kuntz)

Supplies Needed: No specific attire required – Master’s Hand Longmont dress code and be sure clothes cover the body during movement, especially when arms are raised

Course Description: In this class, we will learn some basic Israeli folk dances for kids! Folk dancing includes circle dances, line dances, and partner dances which are choreographed to specific songs and are enjoyed as a full-family recreational activity. New dances are still being choreographed today. We will learn a combination of classic/traditional dances and some more modern dances.

Homework Expectations: None

DROP-IN ISRAELI FOLK DANCE

Teacher: Jamie Kuntz

Prerequisites: None

Ages: Adults 16+ (Parents, this is for you, too!)

Class size: Open

Tuition: Drop-in fee of $5.00/class

Payment Options: Venmo (@Jamie_Kuntz)

Attire: Whatever you’re wearing! (just be sure clothes cover the body during basic movement, especially when arms are raised)

Course Description: Come when you can, pay as you come. In this class, we will learn some classic Israeli folk dances! Folk dancing includes circle dances, line dances, and partner dances which are choreographed to specific songs and are enjoyed as a full-family recreational activity. This class will be structured as a “come when you can” activity – I will teach and reteach different dances based on who is present, what level we want to learn at that day, and then, once we know a couple of simple dances, we just turn on the songs and dance together. NO PRIOR DANCE EXPERIENCE NEEDED. If you can walk, you can learn to folk dance! (Even if you cannot walk, I can teach you an accommodated version or you can sit in a chair and just do the arm movements.)

INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH

Teacher: Yokaira LaCrosse

Prerequisites: none

Ages: 13+

Class size: 6-18

Materials fee: $60.00 (one-time fee) for copies, materials, manipulatives, & learning props and online subscription to supplement learning at home.

Tuition: $35.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Yokaira-LaCrosse)

Supplies Needed: Spanish folder and binder to keep handouts and pencils with erasers

Course Description: For this class, I will use the TPRS method using conversations which will include comprehensible input strategies, high frequency vocabulary and engaging stories that will include basic grammar. We will use a huge amount of interaction between the students and teacher. My goal is to utilize our classroom time to communicate and interact in Spanish with students as we discuss stories together. This course will introduce topics of basic conversation in Spanish and assumes the students have little to no prior knowledge of Spanish vocabulary or grammar.

Homework Expectations: Some homework, although review of vocabulary at home during the week would be beneficial. (Optional) If you are looking to add an additional day at home, please contact me personally and we can discuss options to enhance your homeschool week for learning more Spanish at home.

IINTRODUCTION TO SPANISH

Teacher: Yokaira LaCrosse

Prerequisites: none

Ages: 9-12

Class size: 6-18

Materials fee: $60.00 (one-time fee) for copies, materials, manipulatives, & learning props and online subscription to supplement learning at home.

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Yokaira-LaCrosse)

Supplies Needed: Spanish folder and binder to keep handouts and pencils with erasers.

GENERAL THEATRE

Teacher: Julie Magalong

Prerequisites: Must be willing to memorize their parts for our Spring Performance

Ages: 8+

Class size: 10-23

Materials fee: $25.00 (helps to cover scripts, copies, licensing/royalties, props/sets, venue)

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Julie-Magalong-MHCreativearts)

Supplies Needed: Three ring notebook, pencil with eraser, 2 different colors of highlighters

Course Description: This class will begin with FUN theatre games which will help students feel more

confident and build acting skills of memorization, characterization, improvisation and working well with

others. In mid-fall the students will audition in class for our Spring performance piece which may be A

Pirates Quest, by Warren Sager, Jonah and Bigfish, by Richard T. Young, or Us by Warren Sager. An

alternate play will be chosen if enrollment requires. Some doubling of roles may occur. Younger students

may be approved by instructor. Reading is not essential, though helpful.

Homework Expectations: Script memorization, and students and their parents are responsible for providing their own costumes, (with assistance from instructor), and assist with obtaining props. The dates for the Dress Rehearsal and Spring Performance will be announced as soon as possible. These dates are mandatory, and parents may be asked to return a signed commitment form to Mrs. Magalong

prior to casting announcements.

VOCAL STUDIO/MUSICAL THEATRE

Teacher: Julie Magalong

Ages: 13+

Class size: Minimum of 8

Materials fee: $90.00 (Covers music, scripts, licensing, downloads/CDs, tech equipment, venue and copies.

Fee may go down if more than 8 students enroll).

Tuition: $35.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Julie-Magalong-MHCreativearts)

Prerequisites: Must be able to match pitch, enjoy singing and working in a group, commitment to memorizing music and lines and learning basic choreography.

Supplies Needed: 3 ring binder, 2 different colored highlighters, pencil, device to play downloaded music.

Course Description: This course is intended to be a fun vocal technique workshop class with a

musical theatre production in the spring! I will use various techniques from my many years of vocal training

to improve range, pitch, tone and breath control. I will create a fun, safe and comfortable environment to

allow students to build confidence as they work through songs that will best suit their voices. In the

beginning we will workshop songs by popular Christian artists, and students will learn how to listen to eachother, and blend and build harmonies, as they grow their vocal gifts for the Lord. Then we will begin working on the musical! In the spring, students will perform the 2022 musical Word Power, by Marlene Dickinson with Faith Based Student Musicals. An alternate 2017 musical, Danny and the Shacks, by Christy Semsen and Daniel Semsen, will be chosen if enrollment requires it. If enrollment isn’t full enough to fill parts in the musical, then students will put together a night of worship to start off our spring performances.

Homework Expectations: Songs, lines and choreography memorization throughout the year, and

practice at home.

VOCAL STUDIO JUNIOR

Teacher: Julie Magalong

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9-12

Class size: 10-30

Materials fee: $45.00 (Copies, Licensing, Royalties, Tech, CDs, Tee shirt, Props/Costumes, Venue)

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Julie-Magalong-MHCreativearts)

Supplies Needed: Pencils with eraser, 3 ring notebook, 2 different colored highlighters.

Course Description: Vocal Studio Junior will encourage children to learn to sing correctly, develop their ear, learn harmonies, and grow their vocal gifts and talents for the Lord. Students will learn the musical Esther-Ordinary Faith, A Kids’ Musical for Such a Time as This, written and created by Kathie Hill!

In the musical, a fictional scribe, Zerox, details Esther becoming queen through God’s intervention in Haman’s plot and Mordecai’s appointment as the king’s adviser. And, as Zerox tells the story, he experiences the testimony of Esther and develops his own faith in God and His grace. All this is done through gritty songs and witty dialogue between these characters and the residents of Susa, the “Susans.” Songs like “God Is in Control,” “The Eleventh Hour,” “While You Sleep” and “In That Moment,” will help children understand the sovereignty of God and the confidence we can have in trusting Him with the greatest of problems by displaying our own Esther-Ordinary Faith!

Students will also learn rhythmical movement, simple choreography, and some basic drama skills for their performances. Prepare to have fun and make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Students will each receive an Esther-Ordinary t-shirt to wear for all performances.

Students will also learn rhythmical movement, simple choreography, and some basic drama skills for their

performances. Prepare to have fun and make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Students will each receive an

Esther-Ordinary t-shirt to wear for all performances.

Homework Expectations: Listening to their cd at home is needed and practicing and memorizing

songs and movements and lines.

VOCAL STUDIO MINIS

Teacher: Julie Magalong

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 5-8

Class size: 10-30

Materials fee: $45.00 (Copies, Royalties, Tech, CDs, Tee shirt, Licensing, Props/Costumes, Venue)

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Julie-Magalong-MHCreativearts)

Supplies Needed: Pencils with eraser, 3 ring notebook

Course Description: Vocal Studio Minis will encourage children to learn to sing correctly, develop their ear, learn harmonies, and grow their vocal gifts and talents for the Lord. Students will learn the musical Esther-Ordinary Faith, A Kids’ Musical for Such a Time as This, written and created by Kathie Hill!

Students will also learn rhythmical movement, simple choreography, and some basic drama skills for their

performances. Prepare to have fun and make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Students will each receive an

Esther-Ordinary t-shirt to wear for all performances.

Homework Expectations: Listening to their cd at home is needed and practicing and memorizing

songs and movements and lines.

THINK TANK

Teacher: Carrie Matthews

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 13+

Class Size: 6-15

Materials Fee: $40.00

Tuition: $35.00

Payment Options: Check and Venmo (@Carrie-Matthews-21)

Supplies Needed: May want to bring supplies from home for the escape room. Depending on the passion project, some materials may need to be brought from home.

Course Description: Students will unleash their creativity, sharpen their logic, and strengthen their critical thinking skills through a series of dynamic and thought-provoking projects designed to challenge and inspire! This course goes beyond traditional classroom/lecture learning, encouraging students to explore diverse forms of expression, problem-solving, and effective communication—skills that are invaluable both in and outside the classroom. By engaging in hands-on experiences, students will gain confidence in articulating their ideas, defending their viewpoints, and thinking creatively under pressure. They will also learn many avenues of presentation skills that go beyond live delivery such as a slide show presentation, a video, and a digital poster.

Throughout the course, students will take on exciting challenges such as designing and building an escape room, participating in a structured formal debate, crafting, recording, and editing a TED Talk, reverse engineering an object, and pursuing a self-directed passion project. Additionally, thought-provoking philosophical discussions and real-life ethical dilemmas will encourage students to analyze issues, consider multiple perspectives, and develop well-reasoned conclusions.

Homework Expectations: Some homework will be expected, and time involved will depend on the project and vary weekly. All homework is to be typed unless otherwise approved. Students must have access to Google Docs, Google Slides, and a video editing software of choice.

BIBLICAL ARCHEOLOGY

Teacher: Carrie Matthews

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 13+

Class Size: 6-12

Materials Fee: $40 and will include copies and some craft materials

Tuition: $35.00

Payment Options: Check and Venmo (@Carrie-Matthews-21)

Supplies Needed: Please purchase the three books included in the curriculum package – the teacher’s guide is not needed! You can order them here: https://www.masterbooks.com/biblical-archaeology-teacher-guide-paperback-single. You can also find them used on Amazon and eBay.

Credit: High school students can earn a 0.5 history or archeology elective credit

Course Description: Step back in time and uncover the fascinating connection between history, archaeology, and the Bible! Biblical Archaeology explores the ancient cultures, artifacts, and historical sites that illuminate the events and stories of Scripture. Through hands-on projects, map studies, a YouTube video series and other videos, and analysis of archaeological discoveries, students will investigate how the physical evidence of the past supports the Bible’s historical record. This course will connect faith with the evidence of the past. Dive into topics such as the ruins of ancient Jerusalem, the lives of key Egyptian pharaohs, the Dead Sea Scrolls, the cities of Paul’s missionary journeys, and the mysteries of lost civilizations such as the Babylonians, and Hittites. Learn how archaeologists work, explore the significance of key artifacts, and discuss the intersections of faith, history, and science.

Summary of Books Needed:

The Archaeology Book – Introduces students to archaeological techniques and major discoveries that affirm biblical history. Topics include excavation methods, dating artifacts, and significant findings such as the Dead Sea Scrolls and the early development of writing.
Unwrapping the Pharaohs – Examines the rulers of Egypt, their connection to biblical events, and a revised chronology that aligns Egyptian history with Scripture. Features studies on Tutankhamen, Hatshepsut, and the Pharaoh of the Exodus, along with an exploration of pyramids and tombs.
Unveiling the Kings of Israel – Traces Israel’s history through archaeology, highlighting evidence that confirms biblical events. Students will explore ancient ruins, inscriptions, and historical records that shed light on Israel’s monarchy, exile, and legacy.

Homework Expectations: There will be some homework that can easily be done if we do not finish in class.

STEM LAB

Teacher: Carrie Matthews

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9-12

Class Size: 6-12

Materials Fee: $40 and will include copies and some craft materials

Tuition: $35.00

Payment Options: Check and Venmo (@Carrie-Matthews-21)

Credit: High school students can earn a 0.5 history or archeology elective credit

Summary of Books Needed:

The Archaeology Book – Introduces students to archaeological techniques and major discoveries that affirm biblical history. Topics include excavation methods, dating artifacts, and significant findings such as the Dead Sea Scrolls and the early development of writing.
Unwrapping the Pharaohs – Examines the rulers of Egypt, their connection to biblical events, and a revised chronology that aligns Egyptian history with Scripture. Features studies on Tutankhamen, Hatshepsut, and the Pharaoh of the Exodus, along with an exploration of pyramids and tombs.
Unveiling the Kings of Israel – Traces Israel’s history through archaeology, highlighting evidence that confirms biblical events. Students will explore ancient ruins, inscriptions, and historical records that shed light on Israel’s monarchy, exile, and legacy.

Homework Expectations: There will be some homework that can easily be done if we do not finish in class.

EXPLORING WORLD HISTORY

Teacher: Carrie Matthews

Ages: 13-18

Class size: 6-15

Materials fee: $35.00. Includes Student Review Workbook and Quiz and Exam Workbooks & copies

Tuition: $35.00

Payment Options: Check and Venmo (@Carrie-Matthews-21)

Prerequisites: None

Supplies Needed: Folder or small binder, paper, pens/pencils, access to computer at home with G-mail address for homework. The two textbooks from Notgrass Exploring World History

High School Credit: Students will earn a 1.0 credit upon completion of this course

Course Description: We will be learning from Notgrass’s Exploring World History curriculum. It is a fast-paced, full-year high school course that presents world history from a Christian perspective. It covers Columbus through the present day. Check out the curriculum here: https://shop.notgrass.com/exploring-world-history.

Using the textbooks as a guide, I will provide teaching, PowerPoint presentations, and videos to enhance the lessons for further understanding. Students will take 30 quizzes and 6 tests in class over the course of the year. Some geography and mapping will be included when appropriate for the lesson.

Parents will only need to purchase the two textbooks (2014 Edition – look for them used on Amazon or eBay!) BEFORE CLASS BEGINS and I will purchase the student review and quiz and test workbooks.

Homework Expectations: Required each week. Typed homework is expected to be submitted each week by Sunday at 9 PM.

COOKING 101

Teacher: Carrie Matthews

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 13+

Class Size: 6-14

Materials Fee: $50.00

Tuition: $35.00

Payment Options: Check and Venmo (@Carrie-Matthews-21)

Supplies Needed: Sharp knifes (chef and paring) and cutting board in the beginning of the year, donated packages of paper plates, bowls, forks and spoons at the beginning of the year (Dollar Tree packages will work!)

High School Credit – Students can earn a 0.5-1.0 elective credit for this course depending upon work/cooking at home

Course Description: In this hands-on class, students will embark on an introductory culinary journey equipping students with the skills to blossom into a self-sufficient basic home chef! This course blends practical, entry level skills with hands-on cooking experiences. I will teach foundational knife cuts, food and kitchen safety, the importance of mise en place, and the foundations of meal planning, shopping, serving, and cleaning up. Additionally, we will delve into the nuances of a proper table setting and explore a variety of essential cooking methods.

Each lesson will have purposeful skills to learn. Sample items on the menu are an acai bowl, an egg dish, roasted vegetables, garden salad and dressings, Instant Pot macaroni and cheese, salsa and guacamole, a chicken burrito bowl, potato soup, cheeseburger sliders, beef and broccoli stir-fry, chocolate chip cookies, rice krispie treats, and a sheet cake.

Expect fun extras like planning a Thanksgiving menu alongside your family, a Christmas cookie exchange, a cheese tasting, generics vs. name brand food experiment, a chili cook-off, and a creative snack shack or food truck competition.

In order to keep costs down and to meet class time constraints, we will not be eating full meals, but all cooking lessons will have samples to taste. Please be cautious with dietary restrictions and allergies when registering. I can make some accommodations but cannot guarantee food allergy and sensitivity issues are being met each week for every student. Students will need to be aware and communicate with me for every lesson. Please contact me if this is an issue with your student BEFORE registering.

Homework Expectations: There will be times when students will need to cook at home and text or email me pictures of their dishes or bring the item in to share. They will also need to help setting the table and do the dishes (if they do not do that already) especially for special occasions. They will also need to go grocery shopping at least once. Special projects like the snack shack may need to have some creative work to do.

FIBER ARTS EXPLORATION

Teacher: Elena Danilescu Russ

Prerequisites: Willingness to learn new skills and being creative.

Ages: 9-12, 13+

Class Size: 8 – 20

Materials Fee: $50.00

Tuition: Age 9-12 – $30.00; Age 13+ $35.00

Payment Options: Check

Supplies Needed: Due to the variety of fiber skills and techniques that we will be discovering, learning and perfecting, we will be using a variety of tools and materials. Some of them you probably already use or have at home. For example, scissors, sewing needles, and thread. Or maybe students have a favorite color yarn or fabric that they would like to use in our projects. Some Mrs. Russ will be buying for the whole group to ensure the consistency and accessibility of the tools and materials. Some Mrs. Russ will be landing for a period of time during a specific unit.

Course Description: Welcome to our Fiber Arts Exploration! This dynamic, hands-on course invites students to immerse themself in a world of creativity, combining beautiful fiber techniques as sewing, quilting, embroidery, knitting, crocheting, wiving, felting and more. Over the course, you’ll learn the foundational skills of each craft and discover how to express yourself through fabric, thread, and yarn. We will learn to sew by hand, get familiar with the basics of a sewing machine, different types of embroidery stitches, quilting blocks design, how to sew a button and a zipper. Whether you’re interested in creating cozy knitwear, intricate embroidered designs, or colorful quilt patterns, this course has something for everyone.

Mrs. Russ will be guiding the students step by step through each medium, offering personalized support to ensure that the students feel confident and inspired. By the end of the course, students will have a portfolio of projects showcasing student’s newfound skills and a deeper appreciation for the rich traditions and possibilities of fiber arts. Join Mrs. Russ for a fun and fulfilling journey into the world of fiber!

Homework Expectations: Depending on the level of difficulties and student’s skills, some hands-on projects will be finished outside of the weekly class. Certain techniques and skills will be taught in class, but the class period may not be in off to finish it. The projects are intended to develop new skills or advance old ones, and always bring joy by creating pieces of fiber art.

MINI SOCIETY

Teacher: Pam Stayer

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9-12+ (older students welcome upon instructor approval)

Class Size: 8-18

Materials Fee: $25.00. This covers all of the supplies needed for manufacturing multiple products and for photocopies.

Tuition: $35.00 per month per student – this is higher than the usual elementary tuition due to the extended class time

Payment Options: Check

Note: Class begins at 8:15 AM (which is 15 minutes earlier than normal start time)

Supplies Needed: pencil, lined paper, markers, and folder with 2 horizontal pockets used solely for this class. Former students are welcome to take this course as new information will be added.

Course Description: Mini Society is a very fun way for students to learn about Economics. In this class, students will run their own businesses. They will manufacture, advertise, and sell a product of their choice. They will get to purchase other students’ products using currency that they will design, earn, and use to purchase their manufacturing supplies from the teacher store. Through lots of hands-on activities, discussions, and economic films, students will learn about scarcity, choice, needs vs. wants, opportunity cost, steps to decision-making, money, bartering, profit and loss, supply and demand, the 4 Ps’ of marketing, price determination, and competition. They will also have selling days where we invite family and friends to come shop. Students will learn a lot about real life and have fun in the process.

Homework Expectations: During the 2nd semester, students will have weekly homework of completing an expense ledger. Students might also have to manufacture at home if more time is needed outside of class to manufacture enough products for 2 Selling Days

SERVANTS OF GOD

Teacher: Pam Stayer

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 6-8

Class Size: 8-18

Materials Fee: $20.00 per student for photocopies and art supplies

Tuition: $30.00 per student per month

Payment Options: Check

Supplies Needed: Each student needs to have a 3-ring binder with horizontal pockets designated solely for this class, pencil, markers, and scissors.

Course Description: Servants of God is a wonderful, hands-on class where students will study the exciting lives of missionaries. Through fun activities, stories, songs, games, and crafts, students will learn about these outstanding servants and the amazing God they serve. Students will also study Bible verses, character qualities, people groups, various cultures, and geography. Students will make keepsakes to remember each missionary hero and how he/she served. Some of the exciting missionaries we will be studying are Gladys Aylward, Corrie ten Boom, Amy Carmichael, Eric Liddell, George Muller, and Nate Saint.

Homework Expectations: None.

PIONEERS AND PATHFINDERS

Teacher: Rebekah Stone

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9-12

Class Size: 6-15

Materials Fee: $30.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@BeStFam2003)

Supplies Needed: 1-inch 3-ring binder, pencils, set of markers or colored pencils for mapwork, 6-8 historical fiction books–these can be hard copy, audio, or digital–whatever works best for each student (A complete list will be provided by the beginning of July, so please stay tuned!)

Course Description: Step back in time and embark on a thrilling journey through the American frontier with Pioneers and Pathfinders! This creative, hands-on, literature-based class invites students to explore the lives of pioneers, explorers, and settlers who shaped early American history. Through captivating historical fiction, engaging mapwork, and interactive projects and activities, students will come to appreciate the challenges, triumphs, and spirit of adventure that defined these brave individuals. Some books we may read include The Sign of the Beaver, Little House in the Big Woods, and By the Great Horn Spoon. Leather stamping, designing and building a Pueblo village, and creating a tin lantern are all part of the creative fun we will work on together as part of each literature unit. Come join us as we delve into our exciting American history!

Homework Expectations: Students will be expected to complete some reading at home most weeks. The amount of reading should be an hour or less and can be completed independently, with a parent, or by listening to an audiobook.

MESSY MAKERS

Teacher: Rebekah Stone

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 6-8

Class Size: 6-12

Materials Fee: $35.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@BeStFam2003)

Supplies Needed: None

Course Description: Welcome to Messy Makers where I bring all the supplies, and the students bring all the imagination and creativity! In this class, we will enjoy making many different seasonal and holiday crafts and projects including galaxy jars, sand art, heart crystals, Perler bead keychains, and so much more! There will be a few opportunities to sneak in some messy snack making, such as ice-cream in a bag or mini waffles with berries, and a little hands-on science will likely also find its way in through some of these activities. The best part: your students will come home with a completed project, and I will clean up all of the mess!

Homework Expectations: None

FEATHERS AND FINS

Teacher: Rebekah Stone

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 6-8

Class Size: 6-15

Materials Fee: $30.00

Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@BeStFam2003)

Supplies Needed: 1-inch 3-ring binder, pencils, set of markers or colored pencils

Course Description: Feathers and Fins is a thrilling science adventure for young explorers where we’ll dive into the wonders of the animal kingdom both above and below the water! In this hands-on science class, students will discover the amazing lives of birds and sea creatures, learning about their unique features, habitats, and behaviors. From soaring eagles to colorful fish, students will explore how these creatures thrive in their environments and what makes them so special.

Through engaging activities, picture books, and simple science experiments, children will gain a deeper understanding of God’s creation around them. They’ll observe how birds take flight and investigate how fish swim. By the end of Feathers and Fins, students will have a greater appreciation for our Creator and the diverse creatures of our planet. Get your students ready to spread their wings and dive in!

Homework Expectations: None

P.E.

Teacher: Aaron Vogel

Age: Check schedule for age breaks

Class size: 12-30

Materials fee: $15.00

Tuition: 5-8 yrs. $30 / 9-12 yrs. $30 / 13+ yrs. $35

Supplies Needed: T-shirt, sports pants or long shorts, and tennis shoes. No tights or yoga pants unless a skirt or shorts are worn over the top, no V-neck tee shirts. No sandals or black marking shoes.

Payment Options: Checks

Course Description: Who’s ready for P.E.? “Everyone in your spots!” Every child should be building a foundation of an active, healthy life; one that glorifies God with the gift of their bodies. All physical education classes are designed to develop strength, balance, flexibility, an coordination through fun warm-up routines, games, and stretching. Then, each quarter two or three organized games or sports will be taught.

Soccer, kickball, volleyball, team handball, ultimate Frisbee, Frisbee/disc golf, golf swing, flag football, basketball, jump roping, circusing, beanbags, driveway games, badminton, cup stacking, and more are taught. Specific skills will be broken down and games and fun drills will be played to put these skills into action. One game or sport will be taught each quarter that is great for home play so that the student can organize and participate at home with family or friends. Please consider that each unit is taught over three years with emphasis given to one phase. Year One: basic skills. Year Two: team and individual strategy. Year Three: drills and play.

P.E. should be taught from a Biblical worldview too! You do not get that from Rec programs, Apex, or the local fitness or gymnastics center. PE classes provide many ways to teach Biblica principles as well as challenge the students to go beyond their comfort zones. Part of physically educating them is teaching them about the amazing ways God has designed our bodies to perform physically.

The 13+ class includes fitness curriculum from In the Core Sports Performance. This not only teaches them proper form and movement mechanics but also teaches them how to work out on their own!

Homework Expectations: None

SCIENCE XTREME

Teacher: Aaron Vogel

Ages : 9-12

Class size: 10+

Tuition: $30.00

Materials fee: $45.00 (fee includes materials for labs and experiments). Occasionally, students will

need to bring a household item for a lab, like an empty plastic bottle.

Payment Options: Checks

Course Description: Some common and some not so common science labs, stem projects and other science challenges will be taken to the extreme in head-to-head group competitions. I will be taking regular science labs to the extreme by changing and adding additional challenges to the parameters of the lab or experiment. They will have to use the scientific principles that are first taught at the beginning of each challenge and brain storm with those they are partnered with to figure out and overcome the extreme twists thrown at them. These special twists will come in the form of what types of materials they use to build, limitations they must deal with, how they will gain points in competition to the other teams, and how they will overcome ‘road blocks’ that are suddenly added to the challenge. This will be fun, and friendly

and full of scientific discovery. And of course, science should be seen and learned through a Biblical worldview. Opening the students mind to how great a creator our God is!

Homework Expectations: None

BIOLOGY

Teacher: Aaron Vogel

Age Range: 14+

Prerequisites: Must know how to add and multiply fractions

Class size: Minimum 10 students

Materials fee: $50.00 (Fee includes materials for dissections and other experiments. Students are responsible for purchasing their own textbook and tests).

Tuition: $45.00 (Please note that class starts at 8:15AM)

Payment Options: Checks

Course Description: Through laboratory experiments, fun projects, observations, and dissections we will work our way through the general biology curriculum. Apologia is required, although all biology texts cover the same subjects, and the labs are quite similar. The most important part is learning how God created life to live, thrive, and survive in its environment and how we as God’s ultimate creation can learn from, stand for and intelligently defend God’s order and truth found in scripture. This will be my focus, so they see value in learning something like photosynthesis or aerobic respiration. The first 5 minutes I will challenge them in their faith and walk with Christ with a short devotional thought or Bible passage. The next 15-30 minutes will be used to teach, discuss, and prepare for the next hour of application.

Homework Expectations: There will be mandatory homework every week. Reading and studying the module before the lab is required. Additional projects will be assigned like an animal behavior project, and short genetics and ecology papers. Optional worksheets and activities will be sent home to help ‘fill in the gaps’.

Go to apologia.com for a unit example and please consider purchasing your text through Probasco’s Christian Book Store in Loveland.

STORY OF THE WORLD (YEAR 3 OF 4)

Teacher: Tirzah Warwick

Prerequisites: It is preferable that Years 1 and 2 were taken to continue building on history chronologically, but it is not required

Ages: 6 – 8+ (previous students aging out are welcome to continue)

Class Size: 6 – 12

Materials Fee: $35.00

Tuition Fee: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Tirzah-Warwick)

Supplies Needed: Timeline book used in Years 1 and 2, coloring pencils, glue, and binder to store weekly handouts. If your student was not previously in Years 1 and 2 or no longer has their timeline book, please let me know and I will purchase one for them.

Course Description: Early Modern Times: From Elizabeth the First to the Forty-Niners. Now more than ever, our children need to learn about the people who live all around the world. This engaging guide to other lands weaves world history into a storybook format. Designed as a read-aloud project, this book covers the major historical events in the years 1600-1850 on each continent, with maps, illustrations, educational videos, and tales from each culture.

Homework Expectations: None

GO INTO ALL THE WORLD (YEAR 2 of 2)

Teacher: Tirzah Warwick

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9-12

Class Size: 6 – 12

Materials Fee: $30.00

Tuition Fee: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Tirzah-Warwick)

Supplies Needed: Folder or binder to store student handouts & worksheets

Course Description: In year 1 of this class, we learned about the countries, cultures & faiths of the Bible lands (the Middle East) through a Christian lens & Biblical worldview. In the second year of this class, in following Acts 1:9, “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth,” we will branch out from the Bible lands to the ends of the earth to learn about cultural, geographical, and religious awareness and heroes in our Christian faith who have served as missionaries – all through a Christian lens & Biblical worldview, with an emphasis on missions, to prayerfully stir young hearts & minds toward helping to fulfill the Great Commission. 

Homework Expectations: None

ANSWERS BIBLE CURRICULUM (Year 1 of 4: Creation to Joseph)

Teacher: Tirzah Warwick

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9 – 12

Class Size: 6 – 15

Materials Fee: $20

Tuition Fee: $30

Payment Options: Cash, check, Venmo (@Tirzah-Warwick)

Supplies Needed: A nature journal with coloring pencils to record facts of interest to the child

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Come join us as we learn through engaging documentaries & books about nature, wildlife, & National Parks around the world. We will cover topics like the great migrations of Humpback whales, Monarch butterflies, & Wildebeest; the world’s most dangerous animals, the standing elephants of Mana Pools National Park – a behavior not seen anywhere else in the world, the natural wonders of the world like the Aurora Borealis, Victoria Falls, the Great Barrier Reef, the Grand Canyon & other such topics to help provide a general knowledge & appreciation for the Lord God’s magnificent creation

HONEY FOR A CHILD’S HEART

Teacher: Tirzah Warwick

Prerequisites: None
Ages: 6 – 8
Class size: 12
Materials fee: $10.00
Tuition: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Tirzah-Warwick)
Supplies Needed: None

Course Description: In a house, on a train, on a boat, in the rain … if you’re like me, any opportunity to get in good literature is a blessing! A good book is a gateway into a wider world of wonder, beauty, delight, and adventure. Join us in this gentle read-aloud class of rich, soul-nourishing, faith-building, age-appropriate children’s literature. This class offers a quiet & calm break in a day of learning & activity. The books read will enrich your child’s imagination and spirit, giving them a large view of the world, of Truth, & of goodness, while encouraging good use of language. Please email the teacher should you wish to see the list of books that will be read to your child.

Homework Expectations: None

THE WONDERS OF GOD’S CREATION

Teacher: Tirzah Warwick

Prerequisites: None

Ages: 9 – 12+

Class Size: 6 – 15

Materials Fee: $10.00

Tuition Fee: $30.00

Payment Options: Check or Venmo (@Tirzah-Warwick)

Supplies Needed: If desired, a nature journal with coloring pencils to record facts of interest to the child

Course Description: Come join us as we learn through engaging documentaries about nature, wildlife, & National Parks around the United States & all around the world. We will cover topics like the great migrations of Humpback whales, Monarch butterflies, & Wildebeest; the world’s most dangerous animals, the natural wonders of the world like the  Aurora Borealis, Victoria Falls, the Great Barrier Reef, the Grand Canyon & other such topics to help provide a general knowledge & appreciation for the Lord God’s magnificent creation, while also encouraging contribution toward God-honoring stewardship of His Creation.

Homework Expectations: None