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If you finally want to make spelling easier and faster, then this course is for you. Learn new ways to make spelling simple… make remembering spellings uncomplicated… discover games that make spelling downright fun … and learn a whole new way of thinking about spelling that turns spelling into something you don’t have to worry about.
Total classes: 4 Class dates: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, August 15, 16, 17, and 18. (Note: Monday Aug. 15 is the Feast of the Assumption. Students unable to attend class that day due to Mass obligations should notify the teacher in advance for the recorded lesson.) Starting time: 1:00 PM Eastern (Noon Central, 11:00 Mountain, 10:00 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes Prerequisite: None Suggested grade level: 9th to 12th grade Suggested credit: 1/3 semester of high school Language Arts credit, 1/2 if the parent does more with the student/the student repeats the "games" Fee: $79 if you register on or before March 15. $99 after March 15 for all 6 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Bonnie Donlon Course description: Is spelling a challenge? Do you want to find out what's going wrong and make spelling easier? Join Erin M. Brown, MA, MFA, the Creator/Director of True North Reading: The Complete Mastery Reading & Spelling Program and the Aquinas Writing Advantage to get a new and powerful approach to spelling with the top how-to skills and easy tips (based on research and a powerful, successful approach) to make spelling easier. Revolutionize the way you "do" spelling, understand what's missing, and find out how to remember the spelling of words much faster. For high school students. Course outline Class 1: How to make spelling easier…From the Basic Code to Combinations: How spelling works Why “pure sounds,” “Sound Pictures,” and auditory discrimination are critical to great spelling two spelling games that make all the difference Grouping Sounds in Sound Boxes Class 2: The Combination Code: What it is and why it changes spelling forever (in a good way!) Spelling games for the win (ditch copying, have fun remembering) Class 3: The Vowel Name Code: What it is and why it’s a different (and the best) way to remember spelling combinations Class 4: The Imposter Code: Why spelling in English can be tough—and how to make it super easy Course materials: All learning materials for the course are provided FREE by the instructor. Students should bring two (2) packs of 3x5 cards, a black marker, an 8 ½ x 11 notebook, and a highlighter to class. Homework: Between classes, students will have approximately one hour of homework/preparation for the next class with creating fun learning materials, playing spelling games, and practicing the ideas presented in the course. Work and projects will be brought to class and used together in activities that can be repeated and enjoyed at home, beyond the course. More 
Starts:
8/15/2022
1:00 PM
Ends:
8/18/2022
2:00 PM
Sessions:
4
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Closed
Class size:
32 seats
Get rid of punctuation and grammar struggles and learn the must-have writing skills for mastering commas, tense, colons, semicolons, dashes, ellipses, and more – and overcome punctuation and grammar mistakes for good. Take the 9-2 course with this course and gain a full semester’s credit of writing!
Special notes: Due to the popularity of this course, it is offered during several different time slots in the fall. Choose the slot that works best for you. Some time slots start before Labor Day. This is the first of a 4-part series. Continue with the HS 9 series (9-2, 9-3, and 9-4) for a full year of Writing. Total Classes: 6 Class Dates and Starting Times: Mondays, August 29 to October 10, 2022 (No class Sept. 5) 1:00 PM Eastern (Noon Central 11:00 Mountain 10:00 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes Prerequisite: None Suggested Grade Level: 9th grade all grade levels accepted Suggested Credit: ½ semester Writing or English. Follow with High School Simplified Writing 1 (HS 9-2) for a full semester credit. Fee: $89 if you sign up on or before July 15. $109 after July 15 for all 6 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Nick Wilson Course Description: Join this must-have essential writing course for all high school students, and solidify the use of upper-level punctuation and grammar—including mastering commas, tense, colons, semicolons, dashes, ellipses, and more. With the strong foundations this course gives, students can finally stop struggling and master the punctuation and grammar details that may be holding them back. Sentence constructions move from simple to complex, to prepare students for upper high school and college courses. Course Outline: Class 1: Mastering commas in a series and commas with conjunctions using complex sentences Class 2: Mastering commas and clauses and tough constructions, including multiple ideas, connectors, and transitions Class 3: Mastering tense, competing punctuation, quotations, dashes, and ellipses Class 4: Sticky-pair sentence construction (if-then, not only-but also) and tough grammar in upper-level constructions Class 5: Mastering colons and semicolons with leading sentence constructions Class 6: Mastering tricky punctuation details, end punctuation, and the most common grammar challenges Course Materials: Simplified Writing 101: Top Secrets for College Success, by Erin Brown Conroy: Buy the hard copy of the book here: http://amzn.to/2FMCose OR, buy the Kindle version of the book here (Download the FREE Kindle app to easily read on your computer, tablet, or mobile device): www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00B7AB90W/catholictreas-20 Microsoft Word or the ability to convert a document to a Word-compatible document is required. If you do not own Microsoft Word, you can use a system such as Google Docs that converts to Word documents FREE. Homework: Weekly quizzes are graded automatically by the computer for immediate feedback. Estimated two to four hours per week for homework outside of class time, depending on the student’s ability. More
Starts:
8/29/2022
1:00 PM
Ends:
10/10/2022
2:00 PM
Sessions:
6
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
1 open seat left
Class size:
25 seats
Get rid of punctuation and grammar struggles and learn the must-have writing skills for mastering commas, tense, colons, semicolons, dashes, ellipses, and more – and overcome punctuation and grammar mistakes for good. Take the 9-2 course with this course and gain a full semester’s credit of writing!
Special notes: Due to the popularity of this course, it is offered during several different time slots in the fall. Choose the slot that works best for you. Some time slots start before Labor Day. This is the first of a 4-part series. Continue with the HS 9 series (9-2, 9-3, and 9-4) for a full year of Writing. Total Classes: 6 Class Dates and Starting Times: Mondays, August 29 to October 10, 2022 (No class Sept. 5) 2:30 PM Eastern (1:30 Central 12:30 Mountain 11:30 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes Prerequisite: None Suggested Grade Level: 9th grade all grade levels accepted Suggested Credit: ½ semester Writing or English. Follow with High School Simplified Writing 1 (HS 9-2) for a full semester credit. Fee: $89 if you sign up on or before July 15. $109 after July 15 for all 6 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Nick Wilson Course Description: Join this must-have essential writing course for all high school students, and solidify the use of upper-level punctuation and grammar—including mastering commas, tense, colons, semicolons, dashes, ellipses, and more. With the strong foundations this course gives, students can finally stop struggling and master the punctuation and grammar details that may be holding them back. Sentence constructions move from simple to complex, to prepare students for upper high school and college courses. Course Outline: Class 1: Mastering commas in a series and commas with conjunctions using complex sentences Class 2: Mastering commas and clauses and tough constructions, including multiple ideas, connectors, and transitions Class 3: Mastering tense, competing punctuation, quotations, dashes, and ellipses Class 4: Sticky-pair sentence construction (if-then, not only-but also) and tough grammar in upper-level constructions Class 5: Mastering colons and semicolons with leading sentence constructions Class 6: Mastering tricky punctuation details, end punctuation, and the most common grammar challenges Course Materials: Simplified Writing 101: Top Secrets for College Success, by Erin Brown Conroy: Buy the hard copy of the book here: http://amzn.to/2FMCoseOR, buy the Kindle version of the book here (Download the FREE Kindle app to easily read on your computer, tablet, or mobile device): www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00B7AB90W/catholictreas-20 Microsoft Word or the ability to convert a document to a Word-compatible document is required. If you do not own Microsoft Word, you can use a system such as Google Docs that converts to Word documents FREE. Homework: Weekly quizzes are graded automatically by the computer for immediate feedback. Estimated two to four hours per week for homework outside of class time, depending on the student’s ability. More
Starts:
8/29/2022
2:30 PM
Ends:
10/10/2022
3:30 PM
Sessions:
6
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
9 open seats left
Class size:
25 seats
Get rid of punctuation and grammar struggles and learn the must-have writing skills for mastering commas, tense, colons, semicolons, dashes, ellipses, and more – and overcome punctuation and grammar mistakes for good. Take the 9-2 course with this course and gain a full semester’s credit of writing!
Special notes: Due to the popularity of this course, it is offered during several different time slots in the fall. Choose the slot that works best for you. Some time slots start before Labor Day. This is the first of a 4-part series. Continue with the HS 9 series (9-2, 9-3, and 9-4) for a full year of Writing. Total Classes: 6 Class Dates and Starting Times: Mondays, August 29 to October 10, 2022 (No class Sept. 5) 11:30 AM Eastern (10:30 Central 9:30 Mountain 8:30 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes Prerequisite: None Suggested Grade Level: 9th grade all grade levels accepted Suggested Credit: ½ semester Writing or English. Follow with High School Simplified Writing 1 (HS 9-2) for a full semester credit. Fee: $89 if you sign up on or before July 15. $109 after July 15 for all 6 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Sharon Hamric-Weis, BSEd, JD Course Description: Join this must-have essential writing course for all high school students, and solidify the use of upper-level punctuation and grammar—including mastering commas, tense, colons, semicolons, dashes, ellipses, and more. With the strong foundations this course gives, students can finally stop struggling and master the punctuation and grammar details that may be holding them back. Sentence constructions move from simple to complex, to prepare students for upper high school and college courses. Course Outline: Class 1: Mastering commas in a series and commas with conjunctions using complex sentences Class 2: Mastering commas and clauses and tough constructions, including multiple ideas, connectors, and transitions Class 3: Mastering tense, competing punctuation, quotations, dashes, and ellipses Class 4: Sticky-pair sentence construction (if-then, not only-but also) and tough grammar in upper-level constructions Class 5: Mastering colons and semicolons with leading sentence constructions Class 6: Mastering tricky punctuation details, end punctuation, and the most common grammar challenges Course Materials: Simplified Writing 101: Top Secrets for College Success, by Erin Brown Conroy: Buy the hard copy of the book here: http://amzn.to/2FMCose OR, buy the Kindle version of the book here (Download the FREE Kindle app to easily read on your computer, tablet, or mobile device): www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00B7AB90W/catholictreas-20 Microsoft Word or the ability to convert a document to a Word-compatible document is required. If you do not own Microsoft Word, you can use a system such as Google Docs that converts to Word documents FREE. Homework: Weekly quizzes are graded automatically by the computer for immediate feedback. Estimated two to four hours per week for homework outside of class time, depending on the student’s ability. More
Starts:
8/29/2022
11:30 AM
Ends:
10/10/2022
12:30 PM
Sessions:
6
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
5 wait spaces available
Class size:
25 seats
Want to be ready for all of those high-stakes tests in your future? Saxon Advanced Math is just what you need to score well on the SAT and college placement tests. We explore the content of all advanced topics in readiness for calculus. Special Notes: This is Part One of a two-part course. Students are expected to register for Part Two in the Spring 2023 semester. Mrs. Hoeft provides 14 recorded 20- to 30-minute lectures in addition to the 14 live classes. Total Classes: 14 Class Dates: Mondays, August 29 to December 12, 2022. (No class Sept. 5 for Labor Day or Oct. 31)Starting Time: 11:30 AM Eastern (10:30 Central 9:30 Mountain 8:30 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry Suggested Grade Level: 11th to 12th grade Suggested Credit: One full semester Pre-Calculus or Math Fee: $227 if you register on or before July 15, 2022. $247 after July 15 for all 14 live and 14 recorded classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Jean Hoeft, MA Course Description: We will explore all the algebraic and trigonometric concepts this includes both linear and nonlinear plus functions, complex numbers, and concepts involving trigonometry & polar coordinates. This course will fulfill requirements for Pre-calculus and ready students for High School and college advanced topics in math including Calculus. Course Materials:Saxon Advanced Mathematics and Incremental Development, Edition 2, with the test and homeschool pack(www.setonbooks.com/saxon.php), a scientific calculator (TI 30X or the like), graph paper, ruler, protractor, compass, and pencil. Graphing calculators are useful, but not necessary. Instructor will provide a free weekly lecture in addition to the live, interactive classes. Course Outline:
Geometry review of terms area of figures, volume of prisms and cones Pythagorean Theorem, triangle inequalities, similar polygons constructions Exponents and radicals, complex numbers, areas of similar figures
Topics to include: fractional equations, radical equations, systems of three linear equations inductive and deductive reasoning, logic, contrapositive, converse and inverse statements of similarity, proportional segments, angle bisectors and side ratios congruent figures, proof outlines equation of a line, rational denominators, completing the square
Topics to include: circles, properties of circles, quadratic formula angles and diagonals in polygons, proof of the chord-tangent theorem intersecting secants, intersecting secants and tangents, products of chord segments, products of secant and tangent segments sine, cosine, and tangent, angles of elevation and depression, rectangular and polar coordinates, coordinate conversion assumptions, proofs
Topics to include: complex fractions, abstract equations, division of polynomials proofs of the pythagorean theorem, proofs of similarity advanced word problems nonlinear systems, factoring exponentials, sum and difference of two cubes
Topics to include: evaluating functions, domain and range, types of functions, tests for functions absolute value, reciprocal functions the exponential function, sketching functions sums of trigonometric functions, combining functions
Topics to include: age problems, rate problems logarithmic form of the exponential, logarithmic equations related angles, signs of trigonometric functions factorial notation, abstract rate problems
Topics to include: the unit circle addition of vectors symmetry inverse functions
Topics to Include: Symmetry, Reflections, Translations Inverse Functions Quadrilaterals Summation Notation
Topics to Include: Line as a locus fundamental counting principle and permutations radian measure of angles argument in mathematics
Topics to include: reciprocal trig functions conic sections periodic functions abstract rate problems
Topics to include: conditional permutations complex roots vertical sinusoid translations powers of trig functions
Topics to include: the logarithmic function trigonometric equations common logs and natural logs the inviolable argument
Topics to include: Unit Multipliers Parabolas Circular Permutations Triangular Areas
Course Materials: Saxon Advanced Mathematics and Incremental Development, Edition 2, with the test and homeschool pack (www.setonbooks.com/saxon.php), a scientific calculator (TI 30X or the like), graph paper, ruler, protractor, compass, and pencil. Graphing calculators are useful, but not necessary. The instructor will provide a free weekly lecture in addition to the live, interactive classes. Homework: Students will be required to complete four to five lessons per week (15 problems per lesson), and a 20 question test every other week. Students may bring questions to class, but are asked to attempt all work. More
Starts:
8/29/2022
11:30 AM
Ends:
12/12/2022
12:30 PM
Sessions:
14
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
1 wait space available
Class size:
28 seats
Begin High School Math the right way! Saxon Algebra provides all of the content of an algebra course with constant practice of skills for greater knowledge retention. Mrs. Hoeft does all of the grading and provides feedback for each individual child to help them improve their math skills. Office hours are provided on Fridays for extra help and individual attention.. This is Part One of a two-part course. Students are expected to register for Part Two in the Spring 2023 semester. Mrs. Hoeft provides 14 recorded 20- to 30-minute lectures in addition to the 14 live classes. Total Classes: 14 Class Dates: Mondays, August 29 to December 12, 2022. (No class Sept. 5 for Labor Day or Oct. 31) Starting Time: 1:00 PM Eastern (Noon Central, 11:00 Mountain, 10:00 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes for live classes. Prerequisite: Saxon 8/7, Algebra ½, or equivalent Suggested Grade Level: 9th grade and up Suggested Credit: One full semester Math Fee: $227 if you register on or before July 15, 2022. $247 after July 15 for all 14 live and 14 recorded classes.(Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Jean Hoeft, MA Course Description: Did you know that every time you cross the street, algebra saves your life? Yes, you use algebra every day! In this course, students will study all concepts in Algebra 1 from linear to nonlinear equations, graphing and numerical studies with an emphasis on practical application. In its entirety this course involves all concepts needed to fulfill national requirements for Algebra I. The topics include, but are not restricted to, operations with integers, rules of multiplicative identity and additive identity, equation solving, exponential function relations, quadratic function relations and their graphs, Cartesian graphing, polynomial relations and functions, radicals and their properties, as well as some work with geometric properties as a background for use in Algebra II. Course Outline:
Topics to Include: Review of Pre-Algebra
Topics to Include: opposite of a number area rules for multiplication and division of integers inverse operation division by zero
Topics to Include: reciprocal and multiplicative inverse order of operations symbols of inclusion multiplication of integers evaluating algebraic expressions surface area
Topics to Include: more complicated evaluations factors and coefficients terms distributive property exponents, powers of negative numbers, roots volume
Topics to Include: product rule for exponents addition of like terms numerical and algebraic expressions equivalent equations additive and multiplicative property of equality
Topics to Include: Solutions of Equations Distributive Property Simplifying Decimal Equations Fractional parts of numbers Function notation
Topics to Include: distributive property inequalities ratio problems trichotomy axiom quotient rule for exponents
Topics to Include: addition of like terms solving multi-variable equations least common multiple addition of rational expressions with unequal denominators range, median, mode and mean
Topics to Include: conjunctions percents polynomials: degree and addition of multiplication of polynomials polynomial equations
Topics to Include: graphs of linear equations addition of rational expressions power rule for exponent substitution axiom complex fractions
Topics to Include: finite and infinite sets addition of algebraic expressions percent rearranging before substitution geometric solids
Topics to Include: Sets of Real Numbers Square roots Products of square roots domain addition of Radical Expressions Weighted Averages
Topics to Include: Simplification of Radical Expressions: Equivalent Equations Elimination Complex Fractions Factoring Trinomials Probability
Course Materials: Saxon Algebra I Homeschool Kit, Third Edition (www.setonbooks.com/saxon.php) Homework: 4-5 assignments of 15-20 problems per lesson. Expect to spend 30 to 60 minutes a day on homework. More
Starts:
8/29/2022
1:00 PM
Ends:
12/12/2022
2:00 PM
Sessions:
14
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
1 wait space available
Class size:
28 seats
Algebra 2 – the sequel to Algebra 1, only better! Learn the skills of Algebra 2 with Saxon Math to develop critical thinking skills and problem solving with logic, patterns, and reasoning including linear and nonlinear equations, functions, complex numbers, and concepts approaching trigonometry. Special Notes: Due to the popularity of this course, it is offered in two time slots. Choose the one that fits your schedule best. This is Part One of a two-part course. Students are expected to register for Part Two in the Spring 2023 semester. Mrs. Hoeft provides 14 recorded 20- to 30-minute lectures in addition to the 14 live classes. Total Classes: 14 Class Dates: Mondays, August 29 to December 12, 2022. (No class Sept. 5 for Labor Day or Oct. 31) Starting Time: 10:00 AM Eastern (9:00 Central 8:00 Mountain 7:00 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes Prerequisite: Algebra I Suggested Grade Level: 9th to 12th grade Suggested Credit: One full semester Math Fee: $227 if you register on or before July 15, 2022. $247 after July 15 for all 14 live and 14 recorded classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Jean Hoeft, MA Course Description: Students will explore all of the algebraic concepts both linear and nonlinear as well as functions, complex numbers and concepts approaching trigonometry. This course will fulfill all requirements for an Algebra 2 course and ready students for High School advanced topics in math including Pre-calculus concepts. Students are expected to watch the recordings of the instructor's lecture each week and come to class prepared to work problems with the class based on those lectures, along with answering questions on what they have watched. Course Outline:
Topics to Include: Polygons: Negative Exponents Evaluation of Expressions Distributive Property Word Problems
Topics to Include: Equations with Decimal Numbers Percent Polynomials Percent Word Problems Pythagorean Theorem
Topics to Include: Addition of Fractions Equation of a Line Substitution Finding the Equation of a Line Elimination
Topics to Include: Multiplication of Polynomials Subscripted Variables Ratio Word Problems Value Word Problems Simplification of Radicals
Topics to Include: scientific notation uniform motion problems graphical solutions fractional expressions
Topics to Include: monomial factoring trinomial factoring rational expressions complex fractions uniform motion problems
Topics to Include: Uniform Motion Problems Deductive Reasoning Negative Reciprocals Quotient Theorem for Square Roots
Topics to Include: Major Rules of Algebra Uniform Motion Problems Angles in Polygons Contrived Problems
Topics to Include: Chemical Compounds Powers of Sums Difference of Two Squares Abstract Fractional Equations
Topics to Include: Units Estimating with Scientific Notation Sine, Cosine, and Tangent Solving Right Triangles
Topics to Include: Difference of Two Squares More on Radical Expressions Rate Unit Conversions Radical Equations
Topics to Include: Linear Intercepts Quadratic Equations Imaginary Numbers Chemical Mixture Problems
Topics to Include: Metric Conversions Polar Coordinates Abstract Equations Angles in Circles
Course Materials: Saxon Algebra 2, third edition with the test and homeschool pack (www.setonbooks.com/saxon.php) a scientific calculator (TI 30X or the like), graph paper, ruler, protractor, compass, and pencil. Graphing calculators are useful, but not necessary. Instructor will provide a free weekly lecture in addition to the live, interactive classes. Homework: Students should spend 6-8 hours a week on homework, taking a test once a week. Homework will be submitted to the instructor for grading and credit. More
Starts:
8/29/2022
10:00 AM
Ends:
12/12/2022
11:00 AM
Sessions:
14
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
1 wait space available
Class size:
28 seats
Help your middle school student gain writing confidence and become a skilled writer with an introduction to informative, expressive, and persuasive writing, including choosing strong and clear words, crafting strong sentences and paragraphs, and understanding how to write the parts of an essay with personal help and feedback on your work. Take the 7/8-2 course with this course to gain a full semester’s credit of writing.
Special Notes: Course materials are provided free. The smaller class size ensures excellent feedback on your student’s work. We recommend registering early to ensure your preferred spot. Due to the popularity of this course, it is scheduled during several different time slots. This course starts the week before Labor Day. This is the first of a four-part series. Continue with the MS 7/8 Series for a full year of writing. Total Classes: 8 Class Dates and Starting Times: Mondays, August 29 to October 24, 2022 (No class Sept. 5) 4:00 PM Eastern (3:00 Central 2:00 Mountain 1:00 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes per class Prerequisite: The writing courses build upon one another and 7/8 students are responsible for previously-learned content in the 6/7-series of courses. Therefore, 6/7-1, 6/7-2, 6/7-3, and 6/7-4 are required. The prerequisites may also be taken in recording through the Unlimited Access program. To check eligibility to skip the prerequisite, an assessment is available. Visit https://awa.homeschoolconnections.com/assessments/ for details. Suggested Grade Level: 8th or accelerated 7th grade Suggested Credit: ½ semester Writing or English. Follow with MS 7/8-2 for a full semester credit. Fee: $177 if you register on or before July 15. $197 after July 15 for all 8 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Reilly Starrett Course Description: In the 7/8 Series, your student learns the critical skills and habits of strong and clear writing. Filling in the gaps that may be missing in middle school writing, students learn the foundational writing concepts of long form writing needed to be ready for excellent high school writing, including the purposes of writing (expression, informing, and persuading) how to write for the different purposes the effect of an audience on writing and how to sculpt a piece of writing with direction. Students also learn the characteristics of an effective introduction, body, and conclusion in an essay and how to create effective paragraph sentences (the point, using examples/evidence/exposition, analysis, and “So What?” endings) linear writing (answering reader’s questions) and transitions (creating smooth connection) for excellent sentence and paragraph writing. Through specific writing feedback from the instructor, students get direct help for their writing to become clear, understandable, and complete. Course Outline: Class 1: Writing for a purpose and audience: the “why” of writing Class 2: Great word choice: how to choose the “right” word Class 3: Strong sentences: how to write a great sentence Class 4: Clear paragraphs: what makes a great paragraph/linear writing that makes sense to the reader Class 5: Writing with direction: great introductions and the hook Class 6: Writing with direction: great introductions and the thesis Class 7: Writing with direction: the body (of your paper) and how to make it “shapely” Class 8: Writing with direction: the conclusion Course Materials: Course materials are included free. Microsoft Word or the ability to convert a document to a Word-compatible document is required, as all assignments are submitted in Word. If you do not own Microsoft Word, you can use a system such as Google Docs that converts to Word documents FREE. Homework: Weekly writing assignments, with grading and direct feedback from the instructor. Estimated three to four hours per week for homework outside of class time, depending on the student’s ability. More
Starts:
8/29/2022
4:00 PM
Ends:
10/24/2022
5:00 PM
Sessions:
8
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
15 open seats left
Class size:
22 seats
Hone your writing and critical thinking while mastering over 350 vocabulary words from college and graduate word lists and Advanced Placement (AP) writing, and learn top study skills for remembering vocabulary (and more!).
Special Notes: This course is scheduled during several different time slots in the fall semester. Choose the slot that works best for you. Some time slots start before Labor Day. This is Part One of a two-part course. Students are expected to sign up for Part Two for the Spring Semester. Total Classes: 14 Class Dates and Starting Times: Mondays, August 29 to December 12, 2022 (No class Sept. 5 or Oct. 31) 1:00 PM Eastern (Noon Central 11:00 Mountain 10:00 Central) Duration: 55 minutes per class Prerequisite: Required: Writing Essentials 1: Essential Punctuation and Grammar I (HS 9-1). Recommended: High School Simplified Writing 1: Strong Foundational Writing Skills (HS 9-2). Prerequisite can also be taken as a recorded course through Unlimited Access. Alternative prerequisite: a passing Punctuation & Grammar Assessment (only) from the Aquinas Writing Advantage Assessment service, https://homeschoolconnectionsonline.com/writing-evaluations. Suggested Grade Level: 10th grade however, all students are welcomed with the prerequisite Suggested Credit: One full semester Vocabulary & Writing, Writing, or English Fee: $227 if you register on or before July 15. $247 after July 15 for all 14 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Sharon Hamric-Weis, BSEd, JD Course Description: In this first (Part 1) of two successive courses, you’ll be introduced to the advanced concepts associated with over 350 words, all while learning to write more clearly with the upper-level vocabulary needed for all high school advanced writing and literature, Advanced Placement (AP) English Language courses, and college-level writing. Coursework will be focused on the critical thinking and writing practice needed for your future success, and each week, you’ll learn tips and how-to’s for learning the words with comprehension and memory, giving you comprehension methods that can be used in any course. Because vocabulary is an indicator of both success in college and for the best communication practices in adult life, if you want to be prepared for college courses and beyond, this course is for you. Course Outline: Class 1: Writing for a Purpose and Audience Class 2: Worldview, Critical Thinking, & Passive/Active Voice Class 3: Writing Effective Sentences Diction & Syntax Class 4: Writing Effective Paragraphs: Structure, Linear Writing, Active writing, Transitions and Connectives Class 5: Punctuation and its Effect on Writing Class 6: Grammar, Usage, & Mechanics for Clarity Class 7: Types of Writing Class 8: Point of View, Tone, & Voice Class 9: Style Class 10: Techniques & Devices of Organization for Coherence Class 11: More Techniques & Devices of Organization Class 12: Composing Methods Class 13: Characteristics of an Effective Argument Class 14: Research Methods Course Materials: Required Book: EB Conroy’s Simplified Vocabulary Guide may be ordered at http://bookstore.authorhouse.com/Products/SKU-000430970/EB-Conroys-Simplified-Vocabulary-Guide.aspx or http://amzn.to/2FKGXDC. Microsoft Word or the ability to convert a document to a Word-compatible document is required. If you do not own Microsoft Word, you can use a system such as Google Docs that converts to Word documents FREE. Homework: Studying for tests on the vocabulary words, for identification and use. Students will take weekly in-system quizzes (graded automatically) and complete weekly writing assignments that make their writing stronger and use the new vocabulary (graded by the instructor). More
Starts:
8/29/2022
1:00 PM
Ends:
12/12/2022
2:00 PM
Sessions:
14
Pricing:
Location:
Status:
5 open seats left
Class size:
25 seats
UPDATE:This course has filled and closed for this day/time. We offer several other day/time segments that still have seats, including a brand new segment. See https://tinyurl.com/8hxz2a3b Help your middle school student gain confidence and master must-have skills for writing with this excellent foundational punctuation and grammar course — using specific helps, tips, and how-to’s to make your student’s critical writing skills strong. Take the 6/7-2 course with this course to gain a full semester’s credit of writing. Special Notes: Course materials are provided free for this course. This course is scheduled during several different time slots. Choose the day and time that works best for your family. This is the first of a 4-part series. Students are expected to complete the full MS 6/7 Series (each course is a separate registration). Total Classes: 6 Class Dates and Starting Times: Mondays, August 29 to October 10, 2022 (No class Sept. 5) 11:30 AM Eastern (10:30 Central 9:30 Mountain 8:30 Pacific) Duration: 50 minutes per class Prerequisite: No class prerequisite Suggested Grade Level: 7th or accelerated 6th grade Suggested Credit: ½ semester Writing or English. Follow with MS 6/7-2 for a full semester credit. To make a full and complete year of middle school writing, sign up for the 6/7-3 and 6/7-4 courses that follow. Fee: $89 if you register on or before July 15. $109 after July 15 for all 6 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Bonnie Donlon Course Description: This is an essential writing course to help master the foundations of punctuation and grammar with tips, tricks, and expertise that helps your student know how to correctly use punctuation and grammar in all middle school writing. Get rid of struggles with commas, semicolons, colons, and more by tackling the most challenging ideas within punctuation and grammar for middle school students, so your student can become confident and comfortable using punctuation and grammar well in all writing. Sign up for the companion course that follows this course, Writing Essentials 2: Excellent Sentence & Paragraph Writing I (MS 6/7-2), for a full semester of middle school writing. Course Outline: Class 1: Solid commas in a series and commas with conjunctions Class 2: Solid commas within clauses and tough constructions Class 3: Solid tense, competing punctuation, and quotations Class 4: Sticky-pair sentence construction (if-then, not only-but also) and tough grammar Class 5: Using colons and semicolons correctly Class 6: Introducing tricky punctuation details and end punctuation Course Materials: Course materials are included free as PDF files. Word 2007 or later version or the ability to convert a document to a Word-compatible document is required. If you do not own Microsoft Word 2007 or a later version, you can use a system such as Google Docs that converts to Word documents FREE. Homework: This course has weekly quizzes, with an estimated one to three hours per week for homework outside of class time (depending on the student’s skill level upon entering the course). Quizzes are graded automatically by the computer for instant feedback.
Starts:
8/29/2022
11:30 AM
Ends:
10/10/2022
12:30 PM
Sessions:
6
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Status:
1 open seat left
Class size:
25 seats
Start reading the Bible in Greek from the very first day! (Parts of it at least)
YES! You can learn a new language and alphabet! Sign up today to discover the language of the New Testament and many of the classics we cherish. The study of Biblical Greek is a great gift and helps to establish a strong foundation for Catholic education. Special Notes: Course materials are provided free by the instructor. This is Part One of a two-part course. Students are expected to sign up for Part Two in the spring. Total Classes: 13 Class Dates: Tuesdays, August 30 to December 13, 2022. (No class Oct. 18, Nov. 1, or Nov. 22) Starting Time: 7:00 PM Eastern (6:00 Central 5:00 Mountain 4:00 Pacific) Duration: 55 minutes per class Prerequisite: Basic English Grammar Suggested Grade Level: 10th to 12th grade students Suggested Credit: One full semester Language or Biblical Greek Fee: $217 on or before July 15. $227 after July 15 for all 13 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Daniel Egan Course Description: This course is 100% doable, for those who are well disciplined. If you want to learn Greek, you are able it is possible. Mr. Egan has developed methods that make it so anyone can learn this language. In fact, he’s been teaching Biblical Greek to younger students successfully for many years. It will require that you study 10 minutes a day. THE GOAL of the course is to learn the basics of Biblical Greek in vocabulary and grammar with a focus on the vocabulary of the Bible. Course Outline Class 1 – Alphabet Part 1 (Select Bible Verses) Class 2 – Alphabet Part 2 - Diphthongs (Select Bible Verses) Class 3 – Alphabet Part 3 (Select Bible Verses) Class 4 – Letters of John Class 5 – Letters of John Class 6 – Letters of John Class 7 – Review Class 8 – Gospel of John Class 9 – Gospel of John Class 10 – Gospel of John Class 11 – Apocalypse Class 12 – Apocalypse Class 13 – Apocalypse Course Materials: All course materials will be provided free by the instructor. Homework: 10 full minutes should suffice every day. This includes reviewing old vocabulary, studying new vocabulary 3x every day, grammar review, and some translating. More
Starts:
8/30/2022
7:00 PM
Ends:
12/13/2022
8:00 PM
Sessions:
13
Pricing:
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Status:
21 open seats left
Class size:
25 seats
Join this high school biology course and fully prepare your student in the basics of biology, with topics in the biology and chemistry of life, cells, photosynthesis, genetics, DNA and the human genome, Darwin’s theories, and more.
Special Notes: This course is offered in four different day/time slots so you can choose the day and time best for your family homeschool. Some of the day/time slots start before Labor Day. This is Part One of a 2-part course. Students are expected to sign up for Part Two in the spring. LAB is a separate enrollment. LAB is optional, but highly recommended. Total Classes: 14 Class Dates and Starting Times: Tuesdays, August 30 to December 13, 2022 (No class Nov. 1 or Nov. 22) 4:00 PM Eastern (3:00 Central, 2:00 Mountain, 1:00 Pacific) Duration: 70 minutes per class Prerequisite: None Suggested Grade Level: 9th to 12th grade Suggested Credit: One full semester Biology or Science Fee: $197 if you register on or before July 15. $217 after July 15 for all 14 classes. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registration is not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.) Instructor: Christine Hamilton, PhD Course Description: This biology course is a general overview of high school biology presented from a Catholic perspective. Students will be completing vocabulary sheets every week for a better understanding of the material. This course prepares students for ACT/SAT science. Students are expected to take notes during class and ask questions. Notes will help with weekly quizzes, as quizzes are open book. Note: The first ten-fifteen minutes of class is a relaxed discussion with the teacher to aid her in getting to know the students so that she can apply lessons to everyday life events. Course Outline: Week 1: The Science of Biology Week 2: The Chemistry of Life Week 3: Ecosystems and Communities Week 4: Humans and the Biosphere Week 5: Cell Structure and Function Week 6: Photosynthesis Week 7: Cellular Respiration Week 8: Cell Growth and Division Week 9: Genetics Week 10: DNA and RNA Week 11: The Human Genome Week 12: Darwin’s Theory Week 13: History of Life Week 14: Classification Course Materials: Prentice Hall Biology ISBN-13: 978-0131662551 or ISBN-10: 0131662554 (www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0131662554/catholictreas-20 or bookfinder.com) Homework: Expect to spend approximately two-plus hours each week outside of the classroom on vocabulary study, reading, and quizzes. Vocabulary is assigned alongside the weekly reading for better understanding of the material and to prepare the student for the live lecture. Most of the computer-graded quiz material is based on vocabulary and what is presented in class. The sequence of events for each week is as follows: 1. Read the assigned chapter(s) 2. Write the provided vocabulary words in your notebook 3. Come to class 4. Take the weekly computer-graded quiz More
Starts:
8/30/2022
4:00 PM
Ends:
12/13/2022
5:15 PM
Sessions:
14
Pricing:
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Status:
6 open seats left
Class size:
29 seats
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