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Materials Fee: $ 25 Cost for 2 semesters: $440 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 ($55 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $75 Homework: Yes Hours/Week: 4-6 Grades: 7-9 Max/Min Students: 12/6   Pre-Algebra with Cheryl Weiskircher   Algebra 1/2 Algebra ½ thoroughly prepares the student for Upper Grade Math by building on Math 8/7 with culmination of pre-algebra mathematics and skills, plus relevant topics from discrete mathematics and geometry. Materials: Spiral notebook, notebook paper and pencils will be provided. Calculators will not be used.  Graph paper and a ruler are required. Textbook: Ron Larson, Laurie Boswell. Pre-Algebra Texas Edition McDougal Littell, 2007   Class Time: 1 1/ 2-hours for 2 x 16 week semesters   Cheryl has a BS in Computer Science and a minor in Information Science. She spent 5 years employed with American Airlines developing decision support software. She has home schooled for the past 8 years and tutored AP High School Math Students for the past 4 years.  In addition, she has spent the last two years teaching math at the First Baptist Church Colleyville.  She has a passion for math and for helping students see the reflection of God through the consistency of math.  Her goal in the classroom is to foster discussions, creativity, exploration and most importantly confidence in the foundations of mathematics.

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Materials Fee: $ 25 Cost for 2 semesters: $440 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 ($55 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $75 Homework: Yes Hours/Week: 4-6 Max/Min Students: 12/6   Algebra 1 with Cheryl Weiskircher   Algebra 1 covers all topics in a first-year algebra course, from proofs, statistics, and probability to algebra-based, real-world problems.  Tests and quizzes are given in class. Prerequisites: Saxon Algebra 1/2, other pre-Algebra curriculum, or approval of instructor. Materials: Spiral notebook, notebook paper and pencils will be provided. Calculators will not be used.  Graph paper and a ruler are required. Textbook: Ron Larson, Laurie Boswell. Algebra 1 Texas Edition McDougal Littell, 2007 Optional: Notetaking Guide $12.95 & Solutions Manual $69.00 Class Time: one 1 1/2-hour class each week for 32 weeks

 

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Materials Fee: $ 25 Cost for 2 semesters: $440 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 ($55 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $0 Homework: Yes Hours/Week: 4-6 Max/Min Students: 12/6   Technology Applications with Cheryl Weiskircher     Computer Technology can be overwhelming in today’s world. This course offers a refreshing opportunity to master Microsoft Office Applications in innovative and creative ways.  Students will learn skills beginning from the general overview of desktop computers including software and hardware to learning skills from basic to the advanced in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Power Point. Word processing principles will be our focus and they are: understanding word, understanding the interface, document creation, drawings and graphics, tables, formatting, and printing. Word Projects include timelines, comic strips using clip art and pictures utilizing the techniques taught in the classroom. Excel features include understanding Excel, understanding the interface, workbooks, data, formulas, functions, drawings and graphs, charts, formatting and printing.   Through Excel students will also see the stages of decision making, data collection, testing, estimating, correcting and evaluating final results. Power Point  includes slide building, story boarding and presentation building. Access involves examining general properties of databases such as design, tables and queries to finally creating and using their very own database. Students will need a USB drive, small three ring notebook and a materials packet.   Students learn in a very relaxed environment building each week on previously learned material and will finish with the skills necessary to use desktops in strategic and productive ways .     Class Time: one 1 1/2-hour class each week for 32 weeks

Classes with Elizabeth Harkins

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Materials Fee: $ 25 Cost for 2 semesters: $560 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 ($70 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $79 Homework: Yes Hours/Week: 4-6 Max/Min Students: 10/4   Algebra 2 with Elizabeth Harkins   Algebra 2 includes extensive lessons in geometry. The equivalent of one semester of informal geometry, with a continuation of essential algebra concepts from Algebra1.  Tests and quizzes are given in class. Prerequisites: Saxon Algebra 1, other Algebra 1 curriculum, or approval of instructor. Materials: Spiral notebook, notebook paper and pencils will be provided. Scientific calculators (graphing ones not necessary), graph paper, a ruler and a compass are required. Textbook: Ron Larson, Laurie Boswell. Algebra 2 Texas Edition McDougal Littell, 2007 Optional: Notetaking Guide $12.95, Solutions Manual $69.00 & At Home Tutor CD $32.95 Class Time: one 2-hour class each week for 32 weeks

 

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Materials Fee: $ 25 Cost for 2 semesters: $560 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 ($70 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $ 70 Homework: Yes Hours/Week: 4-6 Max/Min Students: 10/4   Geometry with Elizabeth Harkins   Discovering Geometry helps students internalize geometric properties as they test their reasoning with physical models. The Discovering Geometry approach improves learning in many ways: The developmental focus of Discovering Geometry will meet your students where they are and guide them all to a high level of understanding.  Discovering Geometry will bolster students' understanding and retention of theorems, definitions, and properties as they perform constructions, measure figures, relate patterns and properties, and discuss their findings.  Algebra Review exercises—integrated when applicable to the geometry being taught—will make it easy to reinforce skills and keep students on track for continued learning.  Students' reasoning and proof skills will be built through the the exercises and group activities in the new Developing Proof strand. Investigations, visual representations, and opportunities for discussion will enable visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners to all benefit. The real-world applications, puzzles, and extensions in Discovering Geometry will help  motivate students and keep them thinking. The book's focus on critical problem-solving skills will help to cultivate a classroom of self-motivated, independent thinkers. Class Time: one 2-hour class each week for 32 weeks   Curriculum will be Discovering Geometry, an Investigative Approach by Michael Serra. Biography:  Elizabeth Harkins is a Texas certified math teacher with over 15 years in the classroom. In the last 6 years Elizabeth taught high school mathematics for the Blue Ribbon Award winning James Bowie High School in Austin, TX.

 

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Materials Fee: $15 Class Fee: $200 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 Plus Class Payment: $150 Max/Min Students: 10/6 Curriculum: $19 Homework:  Yes Hours per week:  2-3   SAT Math Prep with Elizabeth Harkins   This SAT math review course will familiarize students with the format of the SAT, and teach testing techniques and strategies. A diagnostic test will first be given. Then each class will consist of a timed practice test, followed by a discussion of any questions the students have about problems they could not successfully work. There will be a comprehensive review of basic mathematics, algebra and geometry concepts each class, with appropriate homework assigned. Homework questions will also be addressed. 8 WEEKS August 18th- October 6th Wednesdays from 1:30-2:30p.m. Prerequisites: Algebra 1; Geometry and Algebra 2 are desired, but not required. Materials: Spiral notebook, notebook paper and pencils will be provided. A scientific calculator is recommended, but not required. Textbook: $21.95 for College Board SAT Study Guide Homework: 2-3 hours per week Registration Information & Dates for the PSAT The 2010 PSAT/NMSQT test dates: Wednesday, October 13 OR Saturday, October 16. Please note that each high school chooses only one October PSAT test date.  You must pre-register with your local school district. Registration Information & Dates for the SAT Registration Deadline               Test Date September 10                           October 9th October 8th                               November 6th November 5th                            December 4th  Collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/ You must sign up for the SAT/PSAT/NMSQT at your high school or at another high school in your community. These tests are administered by high schools, not through test centers. Online registration for the PSAT/NMSQT is not available. SAT does have online registration at www.collegeboard.com. Please note that each high school chooses only one October PSAT test date. If you would like to take the SAT/PSAT/NMSQT, contact your high school counselor or principal to find out about registering for the test, paying the test fees, and learning the correct date, time, and location that your school will give the test in October. Also, contact your guidance office for a copy of the Official Student Guide to the SAT/PSAT/NMSQT to help you prepare before test day.

Classes with DonnaJoy Boxerman

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Materials Fee: $ 25 Cost for 2 semesters: $560 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 ($70 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $ 75 Homework: Yes Hours/Week: 4-6 Max/Min Students: 10/5   Advanced Math with DonnaJoy Boxerman   (pre-Calculus/trigonometry)   Advanced Mathematics interweaves concepts from algebra, geometry, trigonometry, discrete mathematics, and analysis for a fully integrated understanding of advanced mathematics to help students prepare for college entrance exams such as the SAT and ACT and for Calculus.  Tests and quizzes are given in class. This Advanced Math class will provide a strong foundation for anyone who wished to take the College Algebra CLEP exam or the College Algebra/Trigonometry CLEP exam for college credit.  Prerequisites: Saxon Algebra 2, other Algebra 2 curriculum, or approval of instructor. Materials: Spiral notebook, notebook paper and pencils will be provided. Scientific calculators (graphing ones not necessary), graph paper, a ruler and a compass are required. Textbook: Saxon Advanced Math, 2nd edition Class Time: One 2-hour class each week for 32 weeks Teacher Bio: DonnaJoy Boxerman has a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Secondary  Education Certification, and a Masters of Education in Mathematics for Secondary Education. She started teaching mathematics in public schools at 20, and has gone on to teach at 5 Christian schools, a community college, a university, and at least 3 home school coops. She has over 18 years of experience teaching mathematics. She has been homeschooling for 20 years, since the oldest started kindergarten, and now 3 of her children are in college.

 

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Materials Fee: $ 25 Cost for 2 semesters: $560 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 ($70 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $ 75 Homework: Yes Hours/Week: 4-6 Max/Min Students: 10/4   AP Calculus  with DonnaJoy Boxerman   This course fully treats all topics normally covered in an Advanced Placement AB-level calculus program, as well as many topics for a BC-level program. Successful completion of Calculus will prepare students to score well on the Advanced Placement exam.  Tests and quizzes are given in class. This Calculus class will prepare you to take the AP exam or the Calculus CLEP test for college credit. Prerequisites: Saxon Advanced Math, other pre-Calculus curriculum, or approval of instructor. Materials: Spiral notebook, notebook paper and pencils will be provided. Scientific calculators (graphing ones not necessary), graph paper, a ruler and a compass are required. Textbook: Saxon Calculus 2nd Edition Class Time: one 2-hour class each week for 32 weeks.