This course will utilize American History Online Textbook as our primary resource along with other creditable sources. Students will engage in an interactive and immersive exploration of American history, from early civilizations to modern America.

To fully participate in hands-on activities and projects, students will need the following supplies:

• Four folders with brads

• Map pencils

• Markers

• Scissors

• Glue

• Reliable internet access at home

• A $20 supply fee covering materials for the entire academic year

This class is designed to make history come alive through engaging lessons and activities that foster a deeper understanding of our nation's past. I look forward to an exciting and enriching year of learning!

This high school course will cover World War II both through the traditional facts, dates, countries, and people as well as further insight into various topics through literature.  We will start with a general overview of the war, and then choose novels based on the interest and previous knowledge of the students.

Students should expect to read over 100 pages per week.  The class will be discussion based for our class time and will include essays, quizzes, and tests.

Textbooks Required:

The Greatest Battles of World War II: A World at War: World War II Battles that Shaped the Course of History (World War II: A Comprehensive History)
by Alexander Sheppard 
ISBN 13: 979-8861668897

The Faithful Spy: Dietrich Bonhoeffer and the Plot to Kill Hitler
by John Hendrix
ISBN-13: 978-1419732652

Hardcover or paperback is fine for all novels.  More books will need to be purchased through the semester.

Supplies Needed:

Notebook

Folder

Students will begin the first semester by answering and discussing questions such as: Do you know what is meant by “the left” and “the right” in the political realm? How is this continuum defined? Do you know how our American founding documents, the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, work together?

In this Government class you will learn the different forms of government and where they lie on the continuum. We will also discuss and define the inextricable link between our American founding documents and the Christian foundation of our American government. Students will see through a detailed study of the Constitution and Bill of Rights, how our Founding Fathers emphasized limited government and how citizens are endowed by their Creator (not the government) with certain “unalienable rights” of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”

Second semester, students will begin their study of Economics and answer questions such as: Do you know how an economic system works together with a specific form of government? Do you know basic micro/macro-economic principles?

In this Economics class, you will learn production, supply and demand, competition, inflation, saving and become more literate with economic terms. We will explore to see the choices that societies take regarding production, distribution, and consumption of goods, and how all of these work with specific forms of government. You will also learn about prominent economists and gain a cursory knowledge of the field of finance (stocks, bonds, cryptocurrencies, etc.) and the field of accounting (the Balance Sheet and Income Statement). This class will show the link between economic freedom and political and individual freedom by encouraging free-enterprise, capitalism, and moral responsibility with money.

Required Textbooks:

American Government, 3rd Edition

Economics: Work & Prosperity, 3rd Edition

Supplies:

three-subject spiral notebook

folder with prongs and pockets

highlighter

This course is for grades 9-12 and provides an in-depth exploration of the history of the United States, from its indigenous cultures and colonial beginnings to the modern era. Through a Christian prospective students will examine key political, social, economic, and cultural developments that have shaped our nation. Topics include the American Revolution, the Constitution, Westward Expansion, the Civil War, Reconstruction, Industrialization, world wars, the Civil Rights Movement, and contemporary issues.

Through primary and secondary sources, discussions, and projects, students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills. Emphasis will be placed on understanding cause-and-effect relationships, evaluating historical perspectives, and making connections between past events and current issues.

Course Objectives:

• Analyze the causes and consequences of major events in U.S. history

• Evaluate primary and secondary sources to interpret historical events

• Understand the role of individuals, movements, and government actions that have shaped our nation

• Develop historical research and writing skills

• Make connections between historical themes and contemporary society

• Develop note taking skills

Books Needed:

U.S. History Grade 11 Homeschool Student Kit (4th Edition) Abeka / Paperback 

Supplies to bring to class: 

Pen, Pencil, highlighter 

1.5-inch three ring binder with pockets 

3 dividers for binder 

Loose leaf notebook paper 

Class Supply fee: $10 per student

World Geography is a dynamic and engaging high school course designed to help students develop a deeper understanding of the world around them. Through the study of World Geography, students will explore the relationships between people, places, and environments. 

Topics include map skills, physical landscapes, climate patterns, cultural regions, population dynamics, economic systems, and foods from around the world. 

Students will analyze real-world case studies, engage in critical thinking exercises, and participate in interactive activities. By the end of the course, students will be able to interpret geographic data, understand global challenges, and appreciate the diversity of cultures and landscapes that shape our world.

Course Objectives:

• Develop proficiency in reading and interpreting maps, charts, and geographic tools

• Analyze how geography influences different cultures, economies, and political systems

• Foster an appreciation for cultural diversity and global perspective

Class Fee: $85 includes all lessons, notes packets and homework packets provided by instructor, along with food and cooking supplies. 

Supplies needed for class: 

Pen, pencil, highlighter, colored pencils