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Ed. Instructor Savanah Laycock Middle School (6-8) P.E. Course Description Students in this course will learn the basics to live a life of health to fulfill their divine potential. The skills students will develop are teamwork, sportsmanship, honesty, flexibility, cooperation, and self-discipline through a variety of sports, games, and activities. Students will demonstrate their understanding of these topics through active participation in the scheduled activity. × Credit/Debit/ACH Click the below button to make your donation. Thank you! CLOSE 1st Grade Science Instructors Course Description In this course, students will learn about: • Zoology – a review of invertebrates and vertebrates with an emphasis on animal habitats and the divine design of animals • Physics – a look at force and motion with a focus on simple machines (levers, inclined planes, wedges, gears, and pulleys) • Oceanography – comparing freshwater and salt water, a look at the individuality of the plants, animals, and landforms in the ocean • Anatomy/Physiology – a look at some of the systems of our bodies (skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestion, and waste) and being good stewards of our bodies, particularly through physical activity and good nutrition • Meteorology – a study of atmosphere, weather, the water cycle, clouds, and thunderstorms Course Objectives Students will demonstrate their understanding of the topics by: • discussing the ideas in class and at home • creating a habitat model reflecting appropriate shelter, food, and surroundings for an animal of their choice • creating and using a catapult • participating in an activity to set goals and track progress in physical activity and eating healthy in conjunction with learning about the stewardship we have over our physical bodies • making charts and drawings relative to various topics • writing or telling their thoughts about their work. Students will explore key thematic questions such as: • What does every habitat/ecosystem require to sustain life? • What can happen when one element is missing? • How can we use tools to build and create useful objects? • How does what we learn about weather and storm preparation apply to your spiritual life? × 5th Grade Phys. Ed. Instructors Course Description And Objectives In this course, students will learn teamwork, sportsmanship, honesty, tolerance, flexibility, attitude, cooperation, self-discipline, and determination through a variety of sports and games such as volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, soccer, flag football, dodge ball, basketball, kickball, capture the flag, etc. Students will explore key thematic questions such as: • How can you use the idea of teamwork in your life, in your family, and in your class? In addition to being able to discuss their learning, students will demonstrate their understanding of these topics through active participation in the scheduled sport, game or activity. The most reliable way to receive specific information about course work, including topics and timing, is on-line. For many students, the most challenging part of class is working towards our class 5K at the end of the year. To support your student, please consider encouraging your child to be physically active thirty to sixty minutes each day, and asking your child about the results of his/her in-class training, and encourage your child to set and work towards their personal goal. × Literature 8 Instructors Course Description In this course, students will learn about” The Seven Loves of Literature” as illustrated by the classic novel (David Copperfield); Shakespeare, his life and plays; biography and autobiography (The Hiding Place); and short stories, speeches, letters, and poetry. Students will also learn strategies for becoming an effective and informed reader by reading original literary works, and participating in class discussions about these works. In addition to being able to discuss the topics students will demonstrate their understanding through writing essays about literature pieces as assigned in Eighth Grade Composition, writing original works of poetry and short stories. The most reliable way for parents to receive specific information about course work, including topics and timing, is on-line. For many students the most challenging part of class is to remain focused in their reading assignments and relate long reading assignments to their own lives. To support your student, please consider reading the literature pieces along with your student, encouraging discussion about the pieces at home, and encouraging the student to be diligent in their reading of the classic novel selection. Key Texts: Moody, Ralph, Little Britches. (ISBN: 978-0-8032-8178-3) Sheldon, Charles, In His Steps. (ISBN: 978-0-8007-8608-3) Packer, Rand H., A Lion and a Lamb. (ISBN: 978-1-932898-73-6) Monson, Marianne, The Water is Wide. (ISBN: 978-1-60641-841-3) Dickens, Charles, David Copperfield. (ISBN-13: 978-1-59308-063-1) Dickens, Charles, The Life of Our Lord (ISBN: Not specified) Washington, Booker T., Up From Slavery (ISBN: Not Specified) Ten Boom, Corrie, The Hiding Place. (ISBN: 978-0-553-25669-7) Shakespeare, William comedies, one per year that vary between The Merchant of Venice, Much Ado About Nothing, Comedy of Errors and A Midsummer Night’s Dream . (ISBN: Not specified). Publishable or Significant Projects: Timeline; T-Charts; Character sketches; Book Report—based on the historical fiction piece selected by the student from a list of approved titles—consists of both a written and oral component; Personal Narrative—students write a personal narrative reminiscent of Dickens’ David Copperfield—childhood memories, growing-up experiences, analysis of lessons learned, and projections for the future; ABC Book on David Copperfield; Book Report on The Hiding Place; and Shakespeare performance—students participate in a full dramatic experience, including auditions,...