Elective Brochure 2015-2016

Coram Deo Academy

Elective Schedule Grammar

Logic

High School

Grammar School

electives

Drama

Instructor: Lori Pellerin Grades: 3-4 Class Description for 3-4: Our Grammar school drama program will be an adventure in discovery. They develop their God-given talents and abilities through thoughtful instruction. They practice the skills of communicating feelings and storylines through postures, gestures, and facial expressions. The students learn the basic skills of projection and articulation. At the end of the school year, students will have the confidence, poise, and selfcontrol to stand in front of an audience and deliver a message clearly and effectively.

Your child will forever use the skills they practice in drama class.

Grades: ESN. Does not affect GPA. Special Notes: No homework assigned for this class.

Music

Why take Friday classes?

Friday classes help foster your child’s creativity.

There is no doubt that creativity is as natural and necessary for children as fresh air and sunshine! By exposing children to creative experiences, we give them the gift of a rich and memorable childhood while laying the foundation for a lifetime of creative expression. Explore the CDA Electives offerings and choose the classes right for your family. We look forward to seeing you on Fridays.

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Friday classes for the Grammar School start at 8:15 and end at 2:45.

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Students no longer need to be enrolled in more than one class to participate. However, students need to be scheduled in a class to remain on campus between classes.

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Story time with Mrs. Wall is 7:45-8:15 for students enrolled in 1st period.

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Lunch is 11:15 to 11:45. To eat lunch with us on Friday, students must be enrolled in both 2nd and 3rd period.

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Grammar School electives fill up quickly. Please enroll early if a specific schedule or class is important.

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Due to start time, passing periods, lunch/3rd period, and carline, the Grammar School, Logic/High School classes end at different times. Please be aware of the differences between Grammar, Logic and High School schedules when deciding upon classes for your students.

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Drama and PE have been added to the Grammar School Elective Schedule.

Instructor: Kimbra Moer Class Descriptions for K-1: Our approach to music education is to make music both educational and fun and to help your child build a solid foundation in Christ through music. This action packed class is filled with singing, music games, and classroom instrument playing. We will study composers, notes, music symbols and instruments of the orchestra. Creative movement is used to study the compositions and composers. Vocal technique and expression will be emphasized as we prepare for our Festival of the Arts which is held each May. This is a wonderful age for music study full of exuberant singing and discovery of God’s gift of music. Our curriculum is entitled, God Made Music, and we use a new book every year so the students learn new songs and

concepts on a rotating basis. The book is provided by the teacher.

Requirements: There is no homework. Students bring their books, a sharpened pencil, and crayons each week.

Class Description for 2-4: Plato said that “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.” What fun this class will have as we apply our knowledge of note study to the recorder. At this age the recorder is one of the best ways to make note reading applicable. The study of the recorder will give students a head start in playing any other instrument and it is so much fun!

In addition to music theory and recorder study we will continue our study of vocal music, composers, classroom and orchestral instruments, performance skills, and lots of music games. The recorder and book will be provided by the teacher. Recorder practice at home is voluntary. As students progress from the third through fourth grades they will have the opportunity to progress to more challenging music.

Requirements: Students bring their recorder, books, sharpened pencil and crayons to class each week.

Grades: ESN. Does not affect GPA. Special Notes: No homework assigned for this class.

Art Through Time

Grade Levels: 2-4 Instructors: Cynthia Sadler and Tonia McGee Class Description for 2-4: Students explore the elements of art (Line, Shape, Color, Form, Space, Value , Texture) through the fundamentals of drawing and painting. Imagine their excitement as they examine the art history of Ancient Egypt, Greece, Middle Ages, into the Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassical, forward

to the Impressionists and Post Impressionists and into the 20th Century. Students do a variety of art projects in different media (ceramics, printmaking, sculpture, metal working, painting, drawing). The art curriculum rotates through a three year cycle allowing students to retake the class and never repeat a project.

Requirements: No homework. Students are strongly encouraged to visits art museum.

Take advantage of the local museums when they offer free admissions at various times of the year.

Grades: ESN. Does not affect GPA. Special Notes: Please provide an ‘art smock’ or covering (large t-shirt) to protect uniform.

Art through Winning Illustrations

Grade Levels: K-1st Instructors: Cynthia Sadler and Tonia McGee Course Description for K-1: Students explore the elements of art (Line, Shape, Color, Form, Space, Value , Texture) by examining award-winning illustrated children’s books.

We focus on the ability of the artists to tell stories with pictures while using different and unique styles. Projects are developed around the theme of the book using a variety of media. Students will experiment with various types of paints and drawing materials, as well as explore printmaking, ceramics, and collages. We love to reinforce the understanding of the elements of art and how they come together. The curriculum rotates through a two year cycle so your young artist will not repeat an exact assignment in Kindergarten or First Grade. Biblical truths and history are also woven into the lessons and we marvel at the awesome creations of God, the ultimate Creator/Artist.

Requirements: No homework. Students are strongly encouraged to visits art museum.

Take advantage of the local museums when they offer free admissions at various times of the year.

Grades: ESN. Does not affect GPA. Special Notes: Please provide an ‘art smock’ or covering (large t-shirt) to protect uniform.

Bienvenidos: Welcome to Spanish

Grades: K-1 and 2-4 Instructor: Señora Rozell Class Description for K-1 and 2-4: Hola! Welcome to Spanish class. The goal of CDA Spanish is to introduce students to the Spanish language and to the exciting aspects of the rich culture. Your child will learn Spanish by singing songs, playing games, conversing with one another while using proper vocabulary that builds week after week in a way that encourages retention, vocabulary and concepts.

Students enjoy instruction, which combines visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities. The instructor’s time in Spain and the Dominican Republic allow the students a unique opportunity to draw upon her experiences enhancing their own passion for the Spanish language and culture.

Requirements: There are no special requirements for this class.

Grades: ESN. Does not affect GPA.

Hands-on Science

complished through series of drills teaching various techniques without the mastering of the entire activity. Foundational learnInstructor: Mrs. Hicks and Mrs. ing for activity is best deployed under the Hudgens part-part-whole method. We will introduce Grades: K-1 and 2-4 techniques (parts) of an activity before we Class Description for K-1 expect the whole to be accomplished. An and 2-4: Hands-on is the key! Students example – in order to play soccer we must learn best when allowed to use all of their learn and develop all of the parts: kicking, senses to discover the world of science. In stopping the ball, running, cutting, and dribrecent years, the Grammar school students bling. have studied botany, anatomy, and land and Class Description for 3-4: This class is swimming creatures. We have taken hikes, designed to further develop running form, dug in the dirt, explored the human body, sports movements, stopping, landing and studied mammals and fish, planted a garden, eye/hand coordination through the introand taken things apart just to see how they duction for various team sports. Additionare made. In the following years, we will ally, a developmental base for “training” explore astronomy, earth science, and flyto improve one’s physical abilities will be ing creatures. The curriculum maintains at slowly introduced. Instructions will be given least a five year cycle so that students can to teach basic rules that govern various participate in science K-4th grade and never popular sports. Sports that students can repeat topics. Join this fun class to learn expect to experience are soccer, basketball, about our God’s wonderful world. softball/baseball, flag football, sprinting, Requirements: There are no special require- jogging and volleyball. ments or homework for this class.

Requirements: None Grades: ESN. Does not affect GPA. Grades: ESN. Does not affect GPA. Special Notes: Studying and experiencSpecial Notes: Students should expect to ing God’s creation is one of the best ways spend a large amount of time out of doors to learn about God and His love for us! We for this class. CDA agrees that good sportslook forward to exploring the world of God’s manship is an aspiration or ethos that a design with your children. sport or activity will be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship Physical with one’s competitors.

Education

Grades: K-2 and 3-4 Instructor: CDA Coaches Class Description for K-2: Make great memories through sports play! This class is designed to introduce each student to the foundational techniques for neuromuscular sequencing for body control (coordination) such as, running form, sports movements, stopping, landing and eye/hand coordination. This will be ac-

Logic School

electives

•Lunch is 11:55 to 12:25. Logic and High School students eat together on Fridays.

•Students need to be scheduled in a class to remain on campus between classes.

•Students enrolling for the five-day program for the first time must meet with Mrs. Dwyer in order to ensure that the program is right for your student.

•Logic School electives fill up quickly. Please enroll early if a specific schedule or class is important.

•Due to start time, passing periods, lunch/3rd period, and carline, the Grammar School and Logic School classes end at different times. Please be aware of the time differences between Grammar school and Logic school schedules.

LOGIC SCHOOL ART, MUSIC, & THEATER ELECTIVES

Art

Grades: 5-6 Instructor: Rebecca Kendall Class Description: Art is a great class for students to exercise another part of their brain after a busy week of academic studies. It is also a wonderful way to discover the creative potential that God has placed in each of us! The goal in logic school art is to help young artists see the how and why behind art and to give them tools/techniques to take their work to a new level. Students at this age are asking questions like, “How do I make my drawings look more realistic?” Students will draw and explore the Elements of Art using a variety of media and techniques including pastel, paint and clay.

Requirements: Outside sketchbook work.

Homework is 15-20 minutes/week for 5-6th.

Logic Art classes are designed to build on one another so that students can form a strong foundation year to year with different assignments. Likewise, a new art student may begin at any grade level without having prior experience.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Twelve students will be allowed to sign up for each section. One $5 portfolio is required to be provided by the student. All other supplies will be provided.

Students are expected to attend the Night of Art in May and fulfill all obligations for the evening as a part of their grade. Students can retake this class each year.

Art

Grades: 7-8 Instructor: Rebecca Kendall Class Description: The goal in logic school art is to help young artists see the how and why behind art and to give them tools/techniques to take their work to a new level. Art students in 7/8 grade build on their artistic skills and develop a strong drawing foundation. One of the highlights of this class is the beloved Mystery Portrait assignment, a collaborative effort where students draw pieces from an image without knowing the identity until it is assembled as one. Students also explore the Elements of Art and Principles of Design using a variety of media and techniques including pastel, paint and clay.

Requirements: Outside sketchbook work.

Homework is 30-45 minutes for 7-8th. Logic Art classes are designed to build on one another so that students can form a strong foundation year to year with different assignments. Likewise, a new art student may begin at any grade level without having prior experience.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Twelve students will be allowed to sign up for each section. One $5 portfolio is required to be provided by the student. All other supplies will be provided.

Students are expected to attend the Night of Art in May and fulfill all obligations for the evening as a part of their grade. Students can retake this class each year.

Beginning Choir

Grades: 7-12 Instructor: Kerry Hillier Class Size: Varies Class Description: Beginning Choir is a great place to start or grow in your musical education. We will study music theory as well as basic vocal technique. We will learn three pieces of vocal music per semester with at least one being a joint piece sung with Select Choir.

Requirements: Students should expect homework and at-home rehearsal time. There will also be quizzes in class. There are extra rehearsals scheduled either before or after school a few times per semester.

Credit: High school fine arts credit can be obtained by students in the 9th -12th grades only.

Grading scale: ESN for students in the 7th and 8th grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

For high school students only: class counts for fine arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the 9th-12th grades.

Performance Expectations: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, Graduation (other opportunities for competitions are available).

Special Notes: Notebook, notebook paper, pencil, fine tip dry erase marker, and water bottle. Specific concert attire is required and will be purchased by parents through the school: Girls - Black long dresses. Boys - black pants, white tux shirts with bow ties (same as Symphonic Band). Students can retake this class each year.

learn about music, and learn how to be in a choir.

Performance Expectations: Fall Concert and Spring Concert Requirements: Weekly practice for music memorization 30 minutes, no quizzes or additional homework.

Grading scale: ESN for students in the 5th and 6th grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Black concert attire is required.

Supplies needed are notebook paper, pencil, and water bottle. This is a 45-minute class offered at 3rd period.

Prerequisite: Beginning Choir OR audition with Mrs. Hillier Credit: High school credit can be obtained by students in the 9th grade or above.

Grading scale: ESN for students in the 8th grade. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For high school students only: class counts for fine arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the 9th-12th grades.

Performance Expectations: Fall Concert, AllRegion Choir (audition), All-State Choir (audition), Region & State Solo & Ensemble participation, Concert Competition, Spring Concert and Graduation performances required.

Special Notes: Concert Attire is required (same as Symphonic Band). Supplies needed are notebook paper, pencil, and water bottle.

Beginning Band

Select Choir

Grades: 8-12 Instructor: Kerry Hillier Class Description: Select Choir is an invitation only choir. We will learn 5-6 pieces of vocal music per semester with 1 or 2 being from the era studied. We will study music history: Romantic and Modern Eras in 2015-16.

There is homework, quizzes and expected at home rehearsal time. There will also be extra rehearsals scheduled either before or after school a few times per semester. Students who sign up for the course will be contacted 5/6 Choir

by Mrs. Hillier for an audition time. Returning Grades: 5-6 students can sign up without an audition if Instructor: Kerry Hillier previously in choir and/or approved by Mrs. Class Description: 5/6 Choir Hillier. is a choir just for you! In this Requirements: Practice minutes/memorizaclass, we will have fun, sing, tion of music, homework, and in class tests.

Grades: 5-8 Instructor: Elizabeth Bowen Class Description: Beginning Band introduces the students to instrumental music in an ensemble, while teaching music reading, history, theory, and the joy of working together as a musical team to make music for God’s glory. Students are required to practice 100 minutes per week. Because students are accountable to the band director and their fellow students in the class as we work in a “team effort” environment, the students respond well to “doing their part” with practice.

It is the perfect place to foster discipline and time management while having fun doing it with a school organization. Students and parents should schedule an instrument evaluation with the band director to determine the best instrument choice. The “band family” is ready to welcome your student!

Requirements: 100 minutes of documented practice time each week. Weekly playing as-

signments are submitted and reviewed online. Parents are responsible for instrument rental or purchase. Students are required to take one private lesson per week throughout the school year. The band director will give families a list of qualified private instructors.

Before school begins in the fall, students should have taken 3-5 private lessons to be prepared for the 1st day of band class. Look for information about instrument evaluations during this spring semester.

Prerequisites: No experience required Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN for students in the 5th8th grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Private lessons are required for all band classes. There are two performances required in the spring. Concert Attire required. Concert attire is nice dress, dress pants and nice shirts. There are two performances required in the spring. Students can retake this class each year.

Intermediate Band

Grades: 6-10 Instructor: Elizabeth Bowen Class Description: Intermediate Band is for students who have been promoted from Beginning Band but have not yet reached the Symphonic Band level. Although the students will continue to learn music theory and history, Intermediate Band will highlight the joy of working together as a musical team to put together performances designed for ministry, competition and your enjoyment! With more opportunities to perform, this organization provides an ideal environment to develop discipline and to learn time management while having fun and doing it with a school organization. The “band family” is ready to welcome your student!

Requirements: 150 minutes of documented practice time each week. Weekly playing as-

signments are submitted and reviewed online. Parents are responsible for the purchase or rental of instrument. Students are required to take one private lesson per week throughout the school year.

Prerequisites: At least one year of beginning band or audition Credit: High school credit can be obtained by students in the 9th grade or above.

Grading scale: ESN for students in the 6th8th grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

For high school students only: class counts for fine arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the 9th-12th grades.

Special Notes: This is a performance elective.

Required performances: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, Pinewood Retirement Home, Sandy Lake competition.

Optional competition or performance: Auditions for Honor Band - includes a two-day workshop and concert. Concert Attire required. Girls: CDA Band T-shirt for Sandy Lake performances. Nice dresses or slacks with dress shirt for concert performances. Boys: CDA Band T-shirt for Sandy Lake performances. Nice dress pants and nice shirt for concert performances. Students can retake this class each year.

concert and sight reading contest. In addition, this group is ministry minded as they serve the community by playing at a local nursing home. They will have approximately 2 extra rehearsals per month. With many opportunities to perform, this organization provides an ideal environment to foster discipline and to learn time management while having fun and doing it with a school organization.

Requirements: 150 minutes of documented practice time each week. Weekly playing assignments submitted and reviewed online.

Purchase or rental of instrument. Students are required to take one private lesson each week during the school year.

Prerequisites: At least two years of Intermediate Band or audition.

Credit: High school credit can be obtained by students in the 9th grade or above.

Grading scale: ESN for students in the 5th8th grade. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

For high school students only: class counts for fine arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the 9th-10th grades.

Special Notes: This is a performance elective.

Required performances: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, Home Football games, Solo and Ensemble contest, nursing home performance, band competitions, Commencement.

Optional competitions and performances: Audition for Honor Band - includes two-day Grades: 8-12 workshop and concert. Specific concert attire Instructor: Elizabeth Bowen is required and will be purchased by parents Class Description: Students are through the school. Girls: Black long dresses. encouraged to enroll in this Boys - black pants, white tux shirts with bow dynamic and award winning ties. Students can retake this class each year. ensemble. Symphonic Band is for students who have been promoted from Intermediate Band or they are a high school student that has auditioned for the band director. This is a performance group that plays at all home football games, performs at concerts and participates in competitions such as solo and ensemble contest, honor band auditions, and

Symphonic Band

Jazz Band

Grades: 8-12 Instructor: Elizabeth Bowen Class Description: FALL ONLY. This performance-based class explores jazz. The students need to be responsible, self-motivated, and interested in jazz studies. They will learn jazz scales and will also be introduced to improvisation as well as learning to play the different styles offered in jazz music.

Requirements: Must have permission from the Band Director to sign up. Must have a class or plan approved by the School Director in place for spring semester. Usually one to two performances in addition to the required Symphonic Band performances and competitions.

Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Symphonic Band.

Credit: ESN Grading Scale: This course does not count as an arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Optional competitions and performances: audition for Honor Band - includes a two-day workshop and concert. Specific Concert attire is same as Symphonic Band. Students can retake this class each year.

Guitar Appreciation

Grades: 5-12 Instructor: Michael Kokkinakis Class Description: This class is for students of all levels of experience (beginners welcome!) who are interested in learning about the guitar as well as learning to play the guitar. Basic music theory and sight reading of staff and tablature will be stressed in this class, along with the history of the guitar and influential players of all the styles of music the guitar has infiltrated.

Requirements: Curiosity, faith, and good participation skills are required for success in this class. Students are not required to perform, but are more than welcome to perform in the ensemble concerts if they have the time and the dedication. 30 minutes of homework may be assigned for music theory and instruction.

Prerequisites: none Credit: High school credit can be obtained by students in the 9th grade or above.

Grading scale: ESN for students in the 5th8th grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

For high school students only: class counts for fine arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the 9th-10th grades.

Special Notes: A small number of guitars can be checked out from the school, however, most students purchase their own. Contact the teacher for details on an affordable but good quality guitar. Students can retake this class each year.

Guitar Ensemble 1

Grades: 5-12 Instructor: Michael Kokkinakis Class Description: This class is for students who are interested in not only learning to play the guitar, but in performing as well. Beginners are

welcome, but all levels of experience will be challenged. Intermediate and advanced level students are encouraged to audition for Ensemble 2. Sight reading of staff notation and tablature will be stressed, and development of these skills will be evaluated. Repertoire of all styles will be performed, from classical, to sacred, to rock/pop.

Requirements: Fall and Spring performances are required. Strong work ethic, desire, discipline, and faith are necessary for participation in this class, as well as a minimum of 1520 minutes of practice time 5 days a week.

Private lessons are strongly recommended.

30 minutes of homework may be assigned for music theory and instruction.

Prerequisites: none Credit: High school credit can be obtained by students in the 9th grade or above.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN for students in the 5th-8th grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For high school students only: class counts for fine arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the 9th-10th grades.

Special Notes: A small number of guitars can be checked out from the school, however, most students purchase their own. Contact the teacher for details on an affordable but good quality guitar. This is a performance elective. Grade will have be based upon participation in the performance as well as the weekly class. Students can retake this class each year.

Guitar Ensemble 2

Grades: 5-12 Instructor: Michael Kokkinakis Class Description: This class is for experienced guitar students who preferably have at least rudimentary sight reading of staffnotated music, and strong tablature-reading skills. Basic chord knowledge is required, as

well as a committed work ethic, discipline, strong desire to perform, and faith. Repertoire of all styles will be performed, from classical, to sacred, to rock/pop.

Requirements: Fall and Spring performances are required. Private lessons are strongly recommended. A minimum of 20-30 minutes of practice time 5 days a week is necessary to keep pace with this class. 30 minutes of homework may be assigned for music theory and instruction.

Prerequisites: Auditions required. Music theory skills is stressed along with ensembleplaying skills.

Credit: High school credit can be obtained by students in the 9th grade or above.

Grading scale: ESN for 5th-8th grade students. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For high school students only: class counts for fine arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the 9th-10th grades.

Special Notes: A small number of guitars can be checked out from the school, however, most students purchase their own. Contact the teacher for details on an affordable but good quality guitar. This is a performance elective. Grade will be based upon participation in the performance as well as the weekly class. Students can retake this class each year.

Speech 5/6

Grades: 5-6 Instructor: Bernadette O’Shea Class Description: Logic Speech is an elective course that will provide students with the basic skills needed in a variety of public and daily interaction within society. Students will learn the essentials types of speech. At the end of the course students will have developed an understanding of both delivery and proper skills in evaluating public speaking. Students will be able to understand and apply the following core concepts: •Develop the basic fundamentals of speech and nonverbal communication •Understand core group dynamics and communication •View a variety of communication in a professional setting •Understand fundamental speech skills •Develop listening and skills of a focused audience •Create a sense of confidence in the delivery of both themselves and the topic in which they are presenting.

Students learn to listen with an open mind and evaluate the delivery and not just the message. Public speaking skills are emphasized. Students use these skills as they make presentations in other courses.

Requirements: If work is not completed in class, that work will be done at home. Approximately 10 minutes outside of class. Supplies needed: 1 inch 3 Ring Binder, Notebook, Pencils, and Color Pencils Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. Students can retake this class each year. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. This is a 45-minute class offered at 3rd period.

Speech 7/8

Grades: 7-8 Instructors: Gerri Colvin Class Description: Do class presentations freak you out?

Want to learn to argue smarter, not just louder? Join this class and get plenty of practice in both public speaking situations and argumentation, whether it’s giving a school presentation or convincing Mom to give you 30 more minutes of Xbox.

Requirements: Spiral notebook, pens, pencils, highlighters. Laptops are helpful. 30 minutes of homework outside of class per week; more when students debate.

Prerequisites: None Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Primary style of homework would be Speech outline writing, practicing, and presenting in class. Some research for speeches is necessary. A few tests on vocabulary and argumentation theory are expected.

Students can retake this class each year.

Theater I

Grades: 5-8 Instructor: Bernadette O’Shea Class Description: Students experience warm-up techniques, improvisation, and pantomime. Students learn the importance of voice and body control as well as the importance of technical aspects of drama such as lighting, sound, and costumes. Public speaking skills are emphasized, and students use these skills as they make presentations in other courses. Theater Arts class is very participatory and encourages interaction and cooperation among students.

Requirements: Work not completed in class will be done at home. Students will be required to memorize lines at home and be

prepared for class and rehearsals. Dependent upon student time management, most work is approximately 10 minutes outside of class.

Supplies needed: 1 inch 3 Ring Binder, Notebook, Pencils, and Color Pencils Prerequisites: No experience necessary Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: This is a performance elective. Grade is based upon participation in the performance as well as the weekly class. Fall and Spring productions required. Students can retake this class each year.

they have acquired from previous instruction, but also to command audience attention by developing a stage presence. Students memorize lines, understand and follow stage directions, and use proper techniques for voice and body control. Students prepare scripted works throughout the year which they produce for friends and family. Scripts are selected from a variety of catalogs.

Requirements: Work not completed in class will be done at home. Students will be required to memorize lines at home and be prepared for class and rehearsals. Dependent upon student time management, most homework is approximately 10 minutes outside of class. Supplies needed: 1 inch 3 Ring Binder, Theater II Notebook, Pencils, and Color Pencils Grades: 6-8 Prerequisites: Theater I (formerly called BeInstructor: Bernadette O’Shea ginning Theater Arts) or by Invitation Class Description: Advance Credit: No high school credit Theater Arts builds upon preGrading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by viously learned skills enabling ESN grades. students to perform increasingly more diffiSpecial Notes: This is a performance eleccult and sophisticated work. Students demtive. Grade is based upon participation in the onstrate increased poise and confidence performance as well as the weekly class. Fall when speaking publicly. In addition, students and Spring productions required. Students not only learn to apply acting techniques can retake this class each year.

LOCAL ELECTIVES Introduction to Computer Programming

Grades: 5 – 8 Instructor: David Browne Class Description: Minecraft, Angry Birds, Pinterest, Instagram, many students interact with these and other apps on a constant basis. A combination of creativity and logic combine to make the most popular computer programs. Do your students want to learn to write their own programs? God is a God both of order and creativity. Computer programming reflects the orderliness God has put into the world and allows programmers to express their creative gifts. This class will introduce the students to computer programming and teach them how to write their own applications.

This course will cover basic programming principles, teaching the students how to write programs using the computer language Java.

Each class will introduce key programming concepts to the students and allow them to write computer programs using what they have learned. In addition, various topics in technology will be discussed such as privacy and safety on the internet. No homework will be required as the students will use class time to complete their coding.

Requirements: A laptop will be required for in class use, 4Gb Memory recommended, Windows recommended. Java and Eclipse will be provided for the students to be installed on the laptops.

Prerequisites: Natural curiosity and a desire to learn about computers. No previous programming experience is required.

Credit: No High School Credit Grading Scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN Grades

Special Notes: This class starts at 8:30am each Friday. This class is limited to twelve students. This course does not deal with PowerPoint, Excel, Word or other types of software.

Math Problem Solving

Grades: 6-8 Instructor: Sarah Clinkscales Class Description: This class is a radically different math class, designed around the concepts of problem solving, critical thinking, written communication and oral communication. Students who have taken similar classes have achieved tremendous amounts of growth in the areas mentioned above. Students will learn 10-14 problem-solving strategies in a high-intensity, low-pressure classroom setting. Weekly homework (3-6 problems/week) is not routine exercises that would be found in usual textbooks, but normally require creative thinking and interesting strategies.

Grades are based on attempting homework, and students are encouraged to share the problems with family members. Hands-on activities, games, and class discussion in a fun, supportive environment allow students to explore deep logical and mathematical concepts that should help them succeed in higher-level academic classes and on highstakes tests. Previous students have said that this has been one of the most fun classes they’ve taken -- not realizing that they were learning strategies that they will find useful for the rest of their lives.

Requirements: Must be in 6th through 8th grade. Homework will generally take one hour/week. Problems will be graded on attempted completion and professionalism (turning in work on time, neatness, following directions). Three-ring binder, paper, pencil, Text: Problem Solving Strategies: Crossing

the River with Dogs, 2nd edition Prerequisites: None for 7th and 8th graders.

6th graders need teacher recommendation Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Students can retake this class each year. The problems will be different and the solutions will always be applicable to improving the problem-solving skills of the students.

Health and Fitness

Grades: 5-6 and 7-8 Instructor: Ed Chen Class Description: This active class provides students with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to be more physically active and healthy. The majority of the time is spent outdoors learning participation in various sports and activities.

Requirements: Students are required to be active and able to participate with positive attitudes. Water bottles are needed for hot weather. Jackets are needed for cooler weather. A change of clothes (shorts, t-shirts and tennis shoes) is required for the class.

Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. Students can retake this class each year. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: 3rd period Health and Fitness is a 45-minute class. Students should expect to spend a large amount of time out of doors for this class. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is an aspiration or ethos that a sport or activity will be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

Scientific Explorations

Grades: 5-6 Instructor: DeAnn Pitts Class Description: Prepare your fifth and sixth graders through this “summary of science.” Students will have the opportunity to strengthen their scientific thinking and academic vocabulary as we explore introductory concepts presented in Earth, Life, and Physical Sciences with Chemistry included for fun. Students will develop a foundation for the material and terminology they will encounter in grades six through eight while exploring the concepts in a hands-on, get messy, and get real with science approach.

Requirements: Completion of lab study outside of class (15-20 minutes each week).

Some labs may require a few disposable household items rescued from the trash bin.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: This class has homework that is required for the preparation for or the completion of the class work. Students can retake this class each year.

Journalism/ Newspaper

Grades: 7 and 8 Instructor: Mrs. Auvenshine Course Description: Students will learn the basics of news writing, including interviewing techniques, story writing, and an introduction to AP style.

Students will write stories and determine content for a quarterly newspaper to be distributed to logic school students.

Requirements: Most work will be completed in class, however, there may be 30 minutes needed to finish assignments or editing work.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Note: Laptop brought to class each week, if available. Do not purchase one solely for this course. This class is a 45 minute class offered during 3rd period.

Great Books Discussion

Grades: 5-8 Instructor: Alice McDaniel Class Description: Jesus used parables to vividly express life lessons. We read and discuss works of fiction because in the process of understanding and assimilating well-crafted stories, our souls are shaped and the course of our lives put into focus. Logic-level students love to talk about what they read as it relates to their own lives. Discussion with others gives a sense of community and helps broaden and deepen the exploration process.

Requirements: 30-60 minutes of reading per week Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: This class reads and discusses a number of short stories and one or two longer works of fiction. Students can retake this class each year. This class is a 45-minute class offered during 3rd period.

Friday Math Lab

Grades: 5-8 Instructor: Joan Lester Class Description: This class adds structure for the student who needs a dedicated time for math homework and additional access to a math teacher. It is not meant to replace one-on-one tutoring if that is recommended.

Requirements: Math lab does not add to the homework load. Students work on their homework from their core math class under teacher supervision.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: A Math Lab is also offered after school on M/T for 45 minutes (Math Lab on Friday is 90 minutes). The After-School Math Lab is monitored by Mrs. Gaskamp. Students can retake this class each year.

Strategia

Grades: 5-8 Instructor: Robin Henderson Class Description: This fun class helps develop problemsolving skills through the use of strategy and cooperative play. This class does not add to the homework load. Students will participate in board games that present them with the opportunity to win either individually or as a team through the use of logic and strategies.

Requirements: Students must be prepared to help with set-up, clean-up and play games within the time period.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. Students can retake this class each year. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Study Skills

Grades: 7-8 Instructor: David Johnson Class Description: This class is designed to help students organize their work, create goals and develop strong study skill techniques.

Requirements: Study Skills will have a workbook to be discussed in class and completed at home if necessary. Approximately 15 minutes of homework.

Grading scale: ESN. Students can retake this class each year if needed. The same curriculum will be used. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. Special Notes: This is a 45-minute class offered at 3rd period.

Family & Consumer Science

Grades: 7-8 Instructor: Kim Linebarger Class Description: Family and Consumer Science is the new name for the traditional Home Economics class. Students in this class will learn the basic skills of running and maintaining a Christian household in our modern time.

Topics covered will include home and family living, nutrition, food service, cooking concepts, basic sewing skills, and household budgeting and wise stewardship.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN, GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: This class is a 45-minute during 3rd period on Friday.

LANGUAGE ELECTIVES Logic School Spanish

Grades: 5-6 Instructor: Itha Rowland Class Description: This class will learn about Spanish speaking countries. We will use our imagination and travel to different countries. We will learn some songs and traditions. We will do some arts and crafts that relate to the countries we study. Day to day activities encourages repetition and activities teaching new vocabulary to reinforce the knowledge we are acquiring. We will use hands on projects to apply Spanish as we continue working.

Requirements: 30 minutes of homework time if not completed in class, primarily involving vocabulary. Some research when needed for projects. One of the most important homework assignments will be preparing for the Fiesta. At the end of the quarter we will have a Fiesta in which the students bring something to share with the class.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Students will not receive HS Spanish 1 credit through Logic level Spanish courses. Students can retake this class each year.

Logic School Spanish

Grades: 7-8 Instructor: Itha Rowland Class Description: Students are encouraged to enroll in this dynamic class. The students will explore the Spanish language by learning: • Spanish songs • Spanish alphabet, numbers and time.

• Parts of the body • Ask and answer simple questions.

• Conjugation of common verbs.

We will have fun while we learn!

Requirements: 30 minutes of homework time. This involves memorizing vocabulary and research when needed for projects. One of the most important homework assignments will be preparing for the Fiesta. At the end of the quarter we will have a Fiesta in which the students bring something to share with the class.

Pre-requisites: none Credit: No high school credit.

Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Students will not receive HS Spanish 1 credit through Logic level Spanish courses. Students can retake this class each year.

Latin Lab

Grades: 7-8 Instructor: Patty Gaskamp Class Description: This class adds structure for the student who needs a dedicated time for Latin and additional access to a Latin teacher. It can shore up skills and reinforce the learning of the current classroom experience. It is not meant to replace one-on-one tutoring if that is recommended.

Requirements: Latin Lab does not add to the homework load. Students work on home-

work assigned by the Latin courses during the week with the help of the teacher, if needed.

Prerequisites: none Credit: No high school credit Grading scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: Students will not receive Latin 1 credit through Latin Lab. On Friday, this is a 45-minute class offered at 3rd period. A Latin Lab is also offered after school on W/ TH. The After-School Latin Lab is open to students in grades 5-8. Students can retake this class each year.

Latin I for New CDA Students, 8th and Above

Grades: 8-12 Instructor: Patty Gaskamp Class Description: This course is offered to new CDA students 8th grade and above who need the Latin I graduation requirement.

Homework: One to two hours of homework each week depending upon student’s background in Latin.

Requirements/Prerequisites: An elective cost is assessed if the student is taking more than 7 cores.

Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a Language credit.

Special Note: Students re-enrolling from the 7th grade to the 8th grade should not sign up for this course. This class is designed for students in the 8th grade and above that are new to CDA. Successful completion of this course will meet the new student’s graduation requirement for Latin 1.

Ancient Greek I

Grades: 7-12 Instructor: Jon Jordan and Tyson Guthrie Class Description: Ancient Greek I will equip students to begin reading the Ancient Greek language known throughout the Greek and Roman empires in the centuries leading up to and following the birth of Jesus. Through studying the alphabet, sentence structure, culture, and common nouns and verbs of Koine (common language) Greek, students will take a significant first step towards reading our New Testament in its original language.

By the end of the year, students will be able to read select passages from the New Testament, and will display mastery of 200 of the most frequently occurring words. Students from Ancient Greek I, II, and III will be taught together by Mr. Guthrie and Mr. Jordan in the same room. As students progress, they will display their mastery by occasionally teaching concepts younger students.

Homework Type: Approximately 60-90 minutes during the week.

Requirements/Prerequisites: None.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Ancient Greek II

Grades: 8-12 Instructor: Jon Jordan and Tyson Guthrie Class Description: Students will continue learning the grammar of Ancient Greek on their way to developing the ability to read the New Testament in its original language.

By the end of this course, students will be able to read sections of the New Testament with minimal use of a dictionary and other

aids. Theological issues raised by the interpretation of various New Testament passages will be explored at the Greek level.

Students from Ancient Greek I, II, and III will be taught together by Mr. Guthrie and Mr. Jordan in the same room. As students progress, they will display their mastery by occasionally teaching concepts younger students.

Homework: Approximately 60-90 minutes during the week.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Ancient Greek I Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

AFTER-SCHOOL LABS

After School Labs are not meant to replace one-on-one tutoring.

After-School Math Lab

Grades: 5-8 Instructor: David Johnson Class Description: This is the same lab as the Math Lab on Friday except that the Friday Math lab offers 90 minutes of class time. After-School Math Lab is offered on Monday and Tuesday from 2:30-3:15. Students may sign up for both or just one day. This 45-minute class adds structure for the student who needs a dedicated time for math homework and additional access to a math teacher.

Requirements: Math lab does not add to the homework load. Students work on their homework from their core math class under teacher supervision.

Special Notes: Students can retake this class each year.

After-School Latin Lab

Grades: 5-8 Instructor: Patty Gaskamp Class Description: This class is the same lab as the Latin Lab on Friday. The after-school Latin lab meets on Wednesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:15.

Students may sign up for both or just one day. This 45-minute class adds structure for the student who needs a dedicated time for Latin and additional access to a Latin teacher. It can shore up skills and reinforce the learning of the current classroom experience.

Requirements: Latin Lab does not add to the homework load. Students work on homework assigned by the Latin courses during the week with the help of the teacher, if needed.

Special Notes: Students will not receive Latin 1 credit through Latin Lab. A Latin Lab is also offered on Friday. The Friday Latin Lab is open only to students in the 7-8 grades.

Students can retake this class each year.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION APT: Speed, Strength, Conditioning (Friday)

Grades: 7-12 Instructor: CDA Coaches Number of Students: Unlimited Class Description: This is an intensive development program for 7th – 12th grade athletes. This program will focus specifically on the enhancing sports performance through physical training.

Requirements: Must have a physical signed by a doctor Grading Scale: ESN. GPA is not affected.

Special Notes: This class is scheduled for Friday 5th period. Logic school students cannot receive high school PE credit for the purpose of graduation credit until they enter the 9th-12th grades. Students should expect to spend a large amount of time out of doors for this class. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is an aspiration or ethos that a sport or activity will be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

After School, Athletic Performance Training

Fall – APT Basketball Fall - APT Soccer Winter- APT Strength & Speed Spring – APT Volleyball Grades: 7-12 athletes Instructor: CDA Coaches Class Size: varies Class Description: This class is sport specific for development of skills.

Requirements: Must be signed up for the sport.

Grading Scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades.

Special Notes: These classes have separate sign-ups and meant for students who want to improve their skills in a particular sport.

It does not fulfill PE graduation credit. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is an aspiration or ethos that a sport or activity will be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

High School

electives

High School Electives FINE ARTS ELECTIVES Art I: Visual Arts

Grades: 9-12 Instructor: Laura Neibert Class Size: 16 Class Description: This course will familiarize students with the Elements of Art, Principles of Design, artists, art history, and various techniques and media. Students will gain confidence and sharpen skills in art making while gaining an appreciation of art and learning to use and manipulate these skills.

Homework: 60 minutes of outside class sketchbook assignments Requirements/Prerequisites: none Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit.

Advanced Art:

Advanced Drawing, Ceramics&Water Color Grades: 10-12 Instructor: Laura Neibert

•Lunch is 11:55-12:25 each Friday.

•CDA primarily offers full year courses. Students must participate in the full year of the course for graduation credit to be met. Credit, for the purpose of meeting graduation requirements, is not given for being in the course for one semester only. Therefore changing courses at mid-year is discouraged. If a mid-year change must be made, ½ credit will be recorded on the transcript for the purpose of communicating to colleges that a half-year was taken. Most courses cannot be entered at the half year mark as success in the second semester relies upon information taught within the first semester.

•AP and Honors courses have grade multipliers that are added to the average at the end of the school year. The student must have a yearly average of 70 or better for the grade multiplier to be applied.

•Biology and Chemistry Friday Labs are required. Labs are offered 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th periods.

Class Size: 16 Class Description: This course will expose students to advanced drawing, ceramics and water color. Students will gain confidence in the making of art by building skills, promoting creativity, and learning to appreciate art and beauty around us.

Homework: 60 minutes of outside class sketchbook assignments Requirements/Prerequisites: Art I: Visual Art Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit.

Special Note: This class may take field trips if applicable to content being learned. Students can retake this class each year.

AP Art History

Grades: 10-12 Instructor: Rebecca Kendall Class Size: 16 Class Description: This course encourages critical thinking and an understanding and knowledge of diverse historical and cultural contexts of architecture, sculpture, painting and other media. Students examine and critically analyze major forms of artistic expression from the past and the present from a variety of cultures. Emphasis is placed on understanding how and why works of art function in context, considering such issues as patronage, gender, and the functions and effects of works.

Homework: Readings, research, videos, writing and museum visits Field Trips: Four-Five trips to area museums over the course of the year Requirements/Prerequisites: 10th-12th Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade.

Affects GPA (weighted for AP). This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. This class cannot be retaken for credit.

Special Note: In May 2016, students are eligible to take AP Art History exam, which may result in college credit of 3-6 hours, depending on the test score and university to be attended. Class will be held on Monday and Wednesday only from 12:45-2:15. MW students need to contact Mrs. Dwyer for options.

Beginning Choir

Grades: 7-12 Instructor: Kerry Hillier Class Size: varies Class Description: Beginning Choir is a great place to start or a place to grow. We will study music theory as well as basic vocal technique. We will learn 3 pieces of vocal music per semester with at least 1 being a joint piece sung with the Select Choir.

Requirements: There is homework, quizzes and expected at home rehearsal time. There will also be extra rehearsals scheduled either before or after school a few times per semester Grading scale and Credit: For High School students: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. For Logic School students: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No high school graduation credit can be earned.

Performance Expectations: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, Graduation (other opportunities for competitions are available) Special Notes: Notebook, notebook paper, pencil, fine tip dry erase marker, and water bottle. Specific concert attire is required and will be purchased by parents through the school: Girls - Black long dresses. Boys - black pants, white tux shirts with bow ties (same as Symphonic Band). Students can retake this class each year.

Select Choir

Grades: 8-12 Instructor: Kerry Hillier Class Size: varies Class Description: Select Choir is an invitation only choir. We will learn 5-6 pieces of vocal music per semester with 1 or 2 being from the era studied. We will study music history: Romantic and Modern Eras in 2015-16. There is homework, quizzes and expected at home rehearsal time. There will also be extra rehearsals scheduled either before or after school a few times per semester. Students who sign up for the course will be contacted

by Mrs. Hillier for an audition time. Returning students can sign up without an audition if previously approved by Mrs. Hillier.

Requirements/Prerequisite: Practice minutes/memorization of music, homework and in class tests. Beginning Choir OR audition with Mrs. Hillier.

Grading scale and Credit: For High School students: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. For Logic School students: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No high school graduation credit can be earned.

Performance Expectations: Fall Concert, AllRegion Choir (audition), All-State Choir (audition), Region & State Solo & Ensemble participation, Concert Competition, Spring Concert and Graduation.

Special Notes: Concert Attire is required (same as Symphonic Band). Supplies needed are: notebook paper, pencil, water bottle.

Intermediate Band

arts credit. For Logic School students: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No high Grades: 6-10 school graduation credit can be earned.

Instructor: Elizabeth Bowen Special Note: High school students interClass Size: varies Class Description: Intermedi- ested in joining the band for the first time ate Band is for students who should meet with Mrs. Bowen. Students can have been promoted from Beginning Band retake this class each year. but have not yet reached the Symphonic Band level. Although students will continue Symphonic Band to learn music theory and history, IntermeGrades: 8-12 diate Band will highlight the joy of working Instructor: Elizabeth Bowen together as a musical team for performances Class Size: varies designed for ministry, competition, and enjoyClass Description: Students ment! With more opportunities to perform, are encouraged to enroll in this organization provides an ideal environ- this dynamic and award winning ensemble. ment to develop discipline and to learn time Symphonic Band is for students who have management while having fun and doing it been promoted from Intermediate Band or with a school organization. The “band family� they are a high school that has auditioned is ready to welcome your student! for the band director. This is a performance Homework: 150 minutes of documented group that plays at all home football games practice time each week. Students are re- and pep rallies, performs at concerts and quired to take one private lesson each week participates in competitions such as solo enthroughout the school year. Weekly playing semble contest, honor band auditions, and assignments are submitted and reviewed on- concert and sight-reading contest. In addiline. tion, this group is ministry-minded as they Requirements/Prerequisites: Parents are re- serve the community by playing at a local sponsible for the rental or purchase of the nursing home. They will have approximately instrument. At least one year of experience two extra rehearsals per month. With many of beginning band or audition is required to opportunities to perform, this organization enroll in Intermediate Band. This is a perfor- provides an ideal environment to foster dismance elective. Required performances in- cipline and to learn time management while clude fall concert, spring concert, Pinewood having fun and doing it with a school orgaRetirement Home, and Sandy Lake Competi- nization. tion.

Homework: 150 minutes of documented Optional competitions and performances: practice time each week. Students are reAuditions for Honor Band - includes a two- quired to take one private lesson each week day workshop and concert. Concert Attire throughout the school year. Weekly playing required: Girls: CDA Band T-shirt for Sandy assignments are submitted and reviewed onLake. Nice dresses or slacks with dress shirt line. for concert performances. Boys: CDA Band Requirements/Prerequisites: At least two T-shirt for Sandy Lake. Nice dress pants and years of Intermediate Band or audition. This nice shirt for concert performances. is a performance elective. Required perforGrading Scale and Credit: For High School mances are fall concert, spring concert, home students: Number grade. Affects GPA. This football games, pep rallies, solo and ensemcourse counts towards graduation as a fine

ble contest, nursing home performance, band competitions, Commencement.

Optional competitions and performances: audition for Honor Band - includes a two-day workshop and concert. Specific Concert attire is required and will be purchased by parents through the school. Girls: black long dress.

Boys: black pants, black vest, and white tux shirt with tie.

Grading Scale and Credit: For High School students: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. For Logic School students: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No high school graduation credit can be earned.

Special Note: High school students interested in joining the band for the first time should meet with Mrs. Bowen. Students can retake this class each year.

tire is required and is the same as Symphonic band.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Students can retake this class every year.

Jazz Band

Grades: 8-12 Instructor: Elizabeth Bowen Class Size: varies Class Description: FALL ONLY. This performance based class explores jazz. The students need to be responsible, self-motivated, and interested in jazz studies. They will learn jazz scales and will also be introduced to improvisation as well as learning to play the different styles offered in jazz music.

Homework: Same as Symphonic Band Requirements/Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Symphonic Band. Must have permission from the Band Director to sign up. Must have a class or plan approved by the School Director in place for spring semester. Usually one to two performances in addition to the required Symphonic Band performances and competitions.

Optional competitions and performances: audition for Honor Band - includes a two-day workshop and concert. Specific Concert at-

Drama

Grades: 9-12 Instructors: Gerri Colvin and Abby Boerger Class Size: 30 Class Description: Like to perform? Great at hamming it up?

This drama class will take you there and beyond! Join us for 90 minutes each week as we explore the great plays of Western civilization and put together a show designed just for our group of extraordinary players. Students can re-take this class each year.

Requirements/Prerequisites: All students are cast in the fall and spring shows. Six Friday rehearsals after school are held throughout the year. 4-6 mandatory dress rehearsals are held after school throughout the year to prepare for performances. Four evening performances and a fall competition are required. 1 hour each week for homework.

Number of Performances/Weekend Obliga-

tions: 4-6 performances on Thursday and Friday. One to four weekends depending on the advancement of the contest play in the fall and scheduling of the spring shows.

Homework: Reading, memorization, written play/character analysis, small amount of research and writing concerning play, author, or characters.

Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts toward graduation as a fine arts credit. Students must participate in the full-year course for graduation credit to be met. Grading criteria is based upon participation 50%/performance 50% Special Note: Students are required to supply personal props and pay for their own costume rental ($50-$70 per performance). Students can retake this class every year.

week minimum; more is required if students are preparing debates.

Number of Performances/Weekend Obligations: Two weekends (August-January) will fulfill the mandatory tournament attendance requirement. Students may participate in as many regular season tournaments as are offered and may qualify for state and national tournaments if they choose to participate beyond the requirements.

Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts toward graduation as a fine arts credit. Students must participate in the full-year course for graduation credit to be met. Credit is not given for being in one semester of the course and is discouraged. Grading criteria is based upon tests 40%, class work 30%, and participation 30% Special Note: Supplies/Technology Needed: A laptop computer with internet access is helpSpeech and Debate ful but not necessary. Dress clothes (suit, tie Grades: 9-12 and dress shoes) are required for tournament Instructors: Gerri Colvin and participation. Students can retake this class Abby Boerger each year.

Class Size: 18 Class Description: Improve your public speaking skills and Mock Trial join the competitive speech team at Coram Grades: 9-12 Deo Academy! Learn the art of argumentaInstructor: Gerri Colvin and tion and how to win with grace and skill, Bernadette O’Shea whether you are competing in the final round Class Size: 18 of a tournament or talking Dad into using the Class Description: This class car for an evening with friends. This Friday offers students a chance to elective makes you better in every arena. participate in a court trial! Teams work with Requirements/Prerequisites: Observation at teacher and attorney coaches to prepare their one speech tournament and competition in version of the case, both from the prosecuone tournament are mandatory. Tournaments tion and defense perspective. Preparation is are usually 1-1½ days. Students are asked to for the Mock Trial competition held in Janujudge the logic school speech tournament in ary at the Dallas County Courthouse in a trial the spring. room in front of Dallas County lawyers and Homework: Research for speeches and de- judges. Winners at the district level qualify bates, outlining, writing, and practicing for the state meet. When not preparing for speeches, article research and download/ competition, students are given instruction printing for the team’s electronic/paper files. in speech and debate skills.

One hour of homework is expected each Requirements/Prerequisites: One hour of

homework/week is minimum; more may be required for competition. A fall clinic and spring district competition is mandatory; further competition required if team advances to region or state.

Homework: Weekly vocabulary tests, preparation of speeches and statements, direct and cross-x questions, memorization of case/ statement facts, and rules of evidence, practice session assignments Number of Performances/Weekend Obligations: Friday afternoon extra practices may be assigned as necessary closer to competition date. Two Saturdays are booked with clinic in the fall and competition in January.

Depending on advancement, other weekends may be required.

Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts toward graduation as a fine arts credit. Students must participate in full year course for graduation credit to be met. Grading criteria: tests 40%, class work 30%, and participation 30%.

Special Note: Supplies/Technology Needed: A 1� binder and legal pad is required. A laptop computer with internet access is helpful but not necessary. Dress clothes (suit, tie and dress shoes) are required for lawyers and clothing appropriate for witnesses is required for competition. Students can retake this class each year.

Guitar Appreciation

Grades: 5-12 Instructor: Michael Kokkinakis Class Size: 14 Class Description: This class is for students of all levels of experience (beginners welcome!) who are interested in learning about the guitar as well as learning to play the guitar. Basic music theory and sight reading of staff and tablature will be stressed in this class, along with the history of the guitar and influential

players of all the styles of music the guitar has infiltrated. Curiosity, faith, and good participation skills are required for success in this class. Students are not required to perform, but are more than welcome to perform in the ensemble concerts if they have the time and the dedication.

Homework: 30 minutes required practice time each week.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Acoustic guitar is required. Private lessons are encouraged.

Performances and competitions are optional.

Grading Scale and Credit: For High School students: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. For Logic School students: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No high school graduation credit can be earned.

Special Notes: A small number of guitars can be checked out from the school, however, most students purchase their own. Contact the teacher for details on an affordable but good quality guitar. Students can retake this class each year.

Guitar Ensemble 1

Grades: 5-12 Instructor: Michael Kokkinakis Class Size: 14 Class Description: This class is for students who are interested in not only learning to play the guitar, but in performing as well. Beginners are welcome, but all levels of experience will be challenged, though intermediate and advanced students are encouraged to audition for Ensemble 2. Sight reading of staff notation and tablature will be stressed, and development of these skills will be evaluated. Repertoire of all styles will be performed, from classical, to sacred, to rock/pop.

Homework: Strong work ethic, desire, discipline, and faith are necessary for participa-

tion in this class, as well as a minimum of 1520 minutes of practice time 5 days a week.

Private lessons are strongly recommended, but not required.

Requirements/Prerequisites: none Grading Scale and Credit: For High School students: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. For Logic School students: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No high school graduation credit.

Special Notes: A small number of guitars can be checked out from the school. Contact the teacher for details on an affordable but good quality guitar. Students can retake this class each year.

Guitar Ensemble 2

Grades: 5-12 Instructor: Michael Kokkinakis Class Size: 14 Class Description: This class is for experienced guitar students who preferably have at least rudimentary sight reading of staff-notated music, and strong tablature-reading skills. Basic chord knowledge is required, as well as a committed work ethic, discipline, strong desire to perform, and faith. Repertoire of all styles will be performed, from classical, to sacred, to rock/pop.

Homework: Private lessons are strongly recommended, but not necessary. A minimum of 20-30 minutes of practice time 5 days a week is necessary to keep pace with this class.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Auditions required, and music theory skills will be stressed in class along with ensemble-playing skills.

Grading Scale and Credit: For High School students: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. For Logic School students: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No high school graduation can be earned.

Special Notes: A small number of guitars can be checked out from the school. Contact the teacher for details on an affordable but good quality guitar. Students can retake this class each year.

Architecture Appreciation

Grades: 9-12 Instructor: Alice McDaniel Class Size: 16 Class Description: Architecture Appreciation is primarily a hands-on class where students learn about design, engineering principles and construction techniques through miniature building projects.

Several local field trips to construction sites will be scheduled during class time. One more field trip each semester will be scheduled for a Saturday – but optional. Students will be presented with a broad overview of historical architecture, placed in its philosophical context, drawing a connection between worldview and human accomplishments.

Homework: 15 minutes of reading per week outside of class is common. Two field trips outside of class time per year.

Requirements/Prerequisites: none Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. This class cannot be retaken for credit.

Yearbook

Grades: 9-12 Instructor: Leslie Auvenshine Class Size: 25 Class Description: Students will learn about journalism, photography, and time management. They will enjoy meeting people from all grade levels and learn the important of professionalism while performing their duties and in the creation of the school’s yearbook.

Homework: One to two hours outside of class for page design work. Homework time varies for students based upon event being photographed. Students have free admission to games and events if they are working the event.

Requirements/Prerequisites: New students to yearbook are asked to participate in summer training to familiarize themselves with the computer program skills needed for the class. Students must sell ads, attend event and purchase a yearbook t-shirt which serves as their identification when attending events on yearbook business.

Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. Students can retake this class each year.

ground in Latin.

Requirements/Prerequisites: An elective cost is assessed if the student is taking more than 7 cores.

Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a Language credit.

Special Notes: Students re-enrolling from the 7th grade to the 8th grade should not sign up for this course. This class is designed for students in the 8th grade and above that are new to CDA. Successful completion of this course will meet the new student’s graduation requirement for Latin 1.

AP Latin

Grades: 11-12 (10th grade see Special Note below) Instructor: Patty Gaskamp Class Size: 14 Class Description: In AP Latin, students will read familiar stories like The Trojan Horse in Vergil’s original poetry while they find the earmarks that make the Aeneid an epic. In preparation for the AP test, students will also read Caesar’s Gallic Wars and compare the two works and the two authors discussing (in English) such questions as: What makes a great leader?

What were the Roman views of foreigners?

How did the Romans relate to their gods and LANGUAGE ELECTIVES to the gods of others? What did the Romans value and how is it shown in the original litLatin I: New CDA erature? and How do the Roman values and views differ from those of today’s society as Students a whole and from our personal values and Grades: 8-12 views as Christians?

Instructor: Patty Gaskamp In Class Work: Group translation, discussion, Class Size: 14 Class Description: This course short essays (in English), and occasional preis offered to new CDA students 8th grade and sentations. above who need the Latin I graduation re- Homework: Vocabulary memory work, short essays (in English), translation preparation quirement.

Homework: One to two hours of homework and consolidation. Minimum of two hours eseach week depending upon student’s back- timated per week but will vary based on an

individual’s mastery of vocabulary.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Latin III. See Special Note below Grading Scale and Credit: This AP course is optional. Affects GPA. A 1.08 multiplier is applied to all AP courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied.

Special Note: Open to all students who have completed Honors Latin III. Students who have completed Honors Latin II with a 95 or above (unweighted average) may take the course with instructor’s permission.

Spanish III Honors

Grades: 11-12 Instructor: Itha Rowland Class Size: 18 Class Description: This class will put in practice what the students have learned in the last two years of Spanish. The students will learn to listen, speak, and read in Spanish in a comfortable environment. By participating in conversations in Spanish the students will read phrases they have heard in English and compare and contrast them when spoken in Spanish. Spanish is an exciting language and these students have lots of fun in this participatory class.

Homework: 90 minutes of homework/week Requirements/Prerequisites: Spanish 1 and 2 Grading Scale and Credit: This Honors course is optional. A 1.04 grade multiplier is applied to all Honors courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or Honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied.

LOCAL ELECTIVES Applied Theology

Grades: 9-12 Instructor: Tyson Guthrie Class Size: 18 Class Description: “What has Athens to do with Jerusalem?”

When Tertullian posed this question, he meant to call into question the usefulness of pagan philosophy for Christian theology. Is it that simple? Is the Christian stance on pop culture limited to avoidance or ambivalence?

In Applied Theology, the students will develop a Christian view of popular culture. We will read Christian authors, listen to popular music, and view modern films with a view to learning how to engage our culture in a way that is distinctly and uncompromisingly Christian.

Homework: Reading and creative projects with no public performances Requirements: none Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Ancient Christian Theology

Grades: 9-12 Instructor: Tyson Guthrie (primary instructor) and Jon Jordan (visiting instructor)

Class Size: 18 Class Description: Why do we believe what we believe? Have Christians always believed what we believe? Ancient Christian Theology will explore the development of doctrine in the earliest centuries of Christianity. The student will read selections from several 2nd, 3rd, and 4th century Christian authors and lead/participate in class discussions over the

readings. We will come away from our time together with a new appreciation for the antiquity of our faith, and new tools for building up the body of Christ.

Homework: Reading and presentations Requirements/Prerequisites: none Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

turies leading up to and following the birth of Jesus. Through studying the alphabet, sentence structure, culture, and common nouns and verbs of Koine (common language) Greek, students will take a significant first step towards reading our New Testament in its original language. By the end of the year, students will be able to read select passages from the New Testament, and will display mastery of 200 of the most frequently-occurring words.

Students from Ancient Greek I, II, and III will taught together by Mr. Guthrie and Mr. JorVocation and Calling be dan in the same room. As students progress, Grades: 9-12 they will display their mastery by occasionInstructor: Jon Jordan ally teaching concepts younger students.

Class Size: 18 Homework: Approximately 60-90 minutes Class Description: What are we during the week. to do with our lives? Students Requirements/Prerequisites: None. will spend a year exploring a Christian theGrading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course ology of vocation and calling. Throughout does not count as a fine arts or language the year they will also have an opportunity credit toward graduation, does not affect the to understand their own gifts and talents GPA, but will be included on the transcript. and consider how God may use them in their life beyond High School. This course meets during Zero Hour (7:10-7:55) for 45 minutes.

Ancient Greek II Knowing Mr. Jordan, a rotation will be estabGrades: 8-12 lished for the regular supplying of coffee/reInstructor: Jon Jordan and Tyfreshments and breakfast. son Guthrie Homework: Approximately 30 minutes durClass Size: 18 ing the week.

Class Description: Students Requirements/Prerequisites: None. will continue learning the Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course grammar of Ancient Greek on their way to does not count as a fine arts or language developing the ability to read the New Testacredit toward graduation, does not affect the ment in its original language. By the end of GPA, but will be included on the transcript. this course, students will be able to read sections of the New Testament with minimal use of a dictionary and other aids. Theological isAncient Greek I sues raised by the interpretation of various Grades: 7-12 New Testament passages will be explored Instructor: Jon Jordan and Tyat the Greek level. Students from Ancient son Guthrie Greek I, II, and III will be taught together by Class Size: 18 Mr. Guthrie and Mr. Jordan in the same room.

Class Description: Ancient As students progress, they will display their Greek I will equip students to begin reading mastery by occasionally teaching concepts the Ancient Greek language known throughyounger students. out the Greek and Roman empires in the cen-

Homework: Approximately 60-90 minutes during the week.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Ancient Greek I Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

complete math homework and prepare for exams or standardized testing with a math instructor in attendance to answer questions and provide guidance as needed.

Homework: No additional math homework is assigned from this class.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Must be taking a CDA high school math course.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course Ancient Greek III does not count as a fine arts or language Grades: 9-12 credit toward graduation, does not affect the Instructor: Jon Jordan and TyGPA, but will be included on the transcript. son Guthrie Class Size: 18 Class Description: Students will continue to explore the finer points of Worship Band Greek grammar as well as continue to build Grades: 9-12 their Greek vocabulary. Much of the year is Instructor: Kerry Hillier spent carefully reading through our Greek Class Size: varies New Testament, translating passages, and Class Description: Worship discussing the theological significance of the Band is a student-led minisGreek text. Students from Ancient Greek I, II, try opportunity with Mrs. Hillier as the vocal and III will be taught together by Mr. Guthrie coach and music coordinator. The students and Mr. Jordan in the same room. As students learn music throughout the year and then progress, they will display their mastery by lead their fellow students in worship at chaoccasionally teaching concepts younger stu- pel. The students learn how to lead others dents. into worship and how to work together as a Homework: Approximately 60-90 minutes band that is focused on ministry and not perduring the week. formance. There isn’t any additional homeRequirements/Prerequisites: Ancient Greek II work other than learning the music.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course Homework: Approximately 45 minutes -1 does not count as a fine arts or language hour per week depending upon individual credit toward graduation, does not affect the skill level.

GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Must be able to play an instrument or enjoy singing. Must play/sing for chapels as scheduled by the High School House system.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course Math Lab does not count as a fine arts or language Grades: 9-12 credit toward graduation, does not affect the Instructor: Joan Lester Class Size: 14 GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Class Description: This elective is open to all CDA High School students enrolled in Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Integrated Math or Calculus. Students will

Family & Consumer Science

Grades: 9-12 Instructor: Kim Linebarger Class Size: 16 Class Description: Family and Consumer Science is the new name for the traditional Home Economics class. Students in this class will learn the basic skills of running and maintaining a Christian household in our modern time. Topics covered will include home and family living, nutrition, food service, cooking concepts, basic sewing skills, and household budgeting and wise stewardship.

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Special Notes: This class meets for 90 minutes for high school students for the Spring only.

become familiar with Naviance and can take advantage of resources available for career and college selection.

Homework: Approximately 30 minutes Requirements/Prerequisites: Laptop/computer helpful. A one-inch notebook is required.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Test Prep

Grades: 10-12, Recommended for 11 Instructor: Art Ricciardi Class Size: 20 Class Description: FALL ONLY. A College Prep Genius representative teaches this “Master the SAT” class. This course gives students the tools needed to conquer the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT. Students learn the logical patterns behind standardized test questions and necessary strategies that help raise test scores. It is open to 10th graders but 11th graders find it most beneficial.

College 101 Homework: 45 minutes per week.

Grades: 10-11, Requirements/Prerequisites: none Recommended for 11 Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course Instructor: Kathy Schaefer does not count as a fine arts or language Class Size: 20 Class Description: SPRING credit toward graduation, does not affect the ONLY. Students interested in getting a head GPA, but will be included on the transcript. start with the college selection/application/ Students can retake this class. admissions process should consider attending this class taught by the Director of ColCollege Tour lege Guidance and Testing. Students will gain (Core Options) insight into the admissions process from loGrades: 9-10, cal college admissions professionals on basic Instructor: Kathy Schaefer and topics such as differentiating between colPolly Dwyer leges, applications, tips for attending college Date: March 25-26 (Tentative) fairs, identifying priorities, and the value of Class Size: 36 Boys, 36 Girls attending a Christian and/or Liberal Arts college. They will get practical advice on creating Class Description: SPRING ONLY. This trip for resumes, perfecting essays, and taking part in freshmen and sophomores is designed to give an admissions selection workshop. Students students a look at public, private and Chris-

tian universities varying in size while exploring different areas of college life at each campus. Students tour each college, they eat in the cafeterias, attend a college class, meet with campus ministries, tour the sports facilities, attend chapel, visit libraries, and/ or honors college, and meet with university students when available. It is a fast-paced, amazing event that takes away the intimidation factor some young students experience when thinking about college. College reps also stress the importance of grades, rigorous class loads, test scores, and student activities when applying to colleges. Students come back with a broader knowledge of what college life is like and an idea of what some of their priorities are in choosing a college.

Students must have excellent classroom behavior while at CDA prior to being able to attend the trip. We serve as the ambassadors for the current seniors interested in the universities we visit.

Requirements/Prerequisites: For our 2016 tour, we will be heading south to visit 4-5 colleges including large schools such as UT-Austin, as well as smaller private and/or Christian schools. This trip fills up quickly so sign up soon!

Grading Scale and Credit: No grade or credit for this event. This trip does not appear on the transcript.

Projected Cost: $170 (includes transportation, hotel, and all meals)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION APT: Speed, Strength, Conditioning (Friday)

Grades: 7-12 Instructor: CDA Coaches Class Size: varies Class Description: This is an intensive development program for 7th – 12th grade athletes. This program will focus specifically on the enhancing sports performance through physical training.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Must turn in a Physical signed by a doctor.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. One year of this class can meet the CDA PE requirement needed for graduation. For students in 9th-12th grade.

Special Notes: This class is scheduled for Friday 5th period. The level of activity is greater than the 1st period PE class. Students should expect to spend a large amount of time out of doors for this class. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is an aspiration or ethos that a sport or activity will be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

HS Physical Education: Health & Wellness

Grades: 9-12 non-athletes Instructor: CDA Coaches Class Size: varies Class Description: The purpose of Coram Deo Academy’s Health and Wellness program is to educate, equip and empower students to lead a physical lifestyle that honors God’s creation, themselves, to the best of their ability. The development of knowledge, attitudes

and skills can lead to behaviors that promote a physically healthy lifestyle. Coram Deo’s Health and Wellness will provide concepts and practices related to overall good health, enabling students to garner decision making processes and strategies that are necessary to make the best choices regarding stewardship, and care for their bodies, mind and spirit.

Requirements/Prerequisites: None Grading Scale: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. One year of this class can meet the CDA PE requirement needed for graduation. For students in 9th-12th grade.

Special Notes: This class is scheduled for Friday, 1st period. Students should expect to spend a large amount of time out of doors for this class. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is an aspiration or ethos that a sport or activity will be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

After School, Athletic Performance Training

Fall – APT Basketball Fall - APT Soccer Winter- APT Strength & Speed Spring – APT Volleyball Grades: 7-12 athletes Instructor: CDA Coaches Class Size: varies Class Description: This class is sport specific for development of skills.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Must be signed up for the sport.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. This class does not fulfill PE graduation credit.

Special Notes: These classes have separated sign-ups. They are meant to be taken by students who want to improve their skills in a

particular sport. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is an aspiration or ethos that a sport or activity will be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

ATHLETIC CREDIT

High School students are required to have one credit of PE for graduation. Each season completed earns the student a 1/2 credit towards the PE requirement for graduation; therefore, two seasons are needed for meet the graduation requirement.

At this time there are team options for 6th-12th. No high school credit is given for students not in high school.

High School PE credit is given for students in 9th-12th.

Fall Sports Football for boys Volleyball for girls Cross Country for boys and girls Winter Sports Basketball for boys Basketball for girls Co-ed Soccer for boys and girls Swimming for boys and girls Spring Sports Track for boys and girls Softball for girls Baseball for boys Tennis for boys and girls Swimming for boys and girls Athletic Performance Training After School Options are available- Sport Specific Fall semester for boys and girls - No PE credit is given for this training.

Spring semester for boys and girls - No PE credit is given for this training.

APT - Speed - Strength - Conditioning Friday Class - Development of Athletic Skills Fall semester for boys and girls - 1/2 credit can be earned toward PE graduation requirement for students in 9th-12th.

Spring semester for boys and girls - 1/2

credit can be earned toward PE graduation requirement for students in 9th-12th.

HS Physical Education: Health and Wellness Friday Class - Specifically for students who want their PE credit without participating on a sports team Fall semester for boys and girls - 1/2 credit can be earned toward PE graduation requirement (9th-12th grades only).

Spring semester for boys and girls - 1/2 credit can be earned toward PE graduation requirement (9th-12th grades only).

Yell Leaders Robin Henderson - faculty HS Yell Leaders coach.

Stephanie Weinzeirl - faculty LS Yell Leaders coach One Athletic credit is received for HS Yell Leaders. This team practices throughout football and basketball season. Their training starts in the spring prior to the year the students perform (usually April) and requires a summer camp.

No athletic credit can be received by Logic School students.

Athletic options are subject to change. Contact Doug Hix at doug.hix@coramdeoacademy.org for details.

LOGIC SCHOOL AFTER-SCHOOL LABS Monday-Thursday from 2:30-3:15 These labs do not replace one-on-one tutoring but rather add structure to homework completion under the supervision of a math teacher. Students can receive help in order to better understand the concept or to complete a problem.

After-school Math Lab (grades 5-8) - Mon. or Tues.

After-school Latin Lab (grades 5-8) - Wed. or Thur.

HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE LABS Science labs are required to fulfill the course requirements of the following classes.

Biology (grade 9) - required lab is offered only on Friday, Periods 1, 2, 4, 5.

Chemistry (grade 10) - required lab is offered only on Friday, Periods 1, 2, 4, 5.

AP Environmental Science (grade 11) - lab is offered in connection with the M-Th class. This class meets for two hours during the week. No additional Friday lab time is needed.

AP Chemistry (grade 11) - lab is offered in connection with the M-Th class. This class meets for two hours during the week. No additional Friday lab time is needed.

AP Calculus (grade 12) - required lab is on Friday, Period 2.

Dual Credit College Physics (grade 12) formerly AP Physics B - required lab is on Friday, Period 1.

All seniors must take regular Physics to graduate. Physics is offered during the week M/W or T/Th in their regular schedule. Dual Credit College Physics requires an additional lab on Friday along with the M/W or T/Th Physics class in order to meet dual credit requirements.

MATH LAB Math Lab is a 90 minute Friday class for High School students. This class does not add homework to the students work load. Under the supervision of a math teacher, students work on their Geometry, Advanced Algebra, Trigonometry, Integrated Math or Calculus homework. The teacher can answer questions for all math classes and help complete the attainment of a concept. The math lab does not take the place of one-on-one tutoring if that is needed but can help reduce the anxiety caused by a challenging class.

CORE OPTIONS Offered Monday-Thursday It is important to sign up early for core course options in order to ensure your student is able to take the course they prefer. Classes will be closed when the maximum enrollment is reached. Classes will be cancelled if the minimum enrollment is not reached. See the chart below for the core course options. These choices will be available on the website at your family login on January 1st.

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Latin II Honors Spanish I Latin III Honors Spanish II

M/W and T/Th M/W and T/Th M/W and T/Th M/W and T/Th

1.04 none 1.04 none

11 AP Environmental Science 11 AP Chemistry 12 Integrated Math* 12 AP Calculus* * not required for graduation.

M/W and T/Th M/W Only M/W and T/Th T/Th Only

1.08 1.08 none 1.08

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ADVANCED LANGUAGE CLASSES OFFERED ON FRIDAY AP Latin and Spanish III Honors are found within the Friday elective schedule and are not required.

AP Latin has a grade multiplier of 1.08.

Spanish III Honors has a grade multiplier of 1.04.

Students must pass all AP and Honor level courses with a yearly average of 70 or better before a grade multiplier is applied. The grade multiplier is added at the end of the school year.

HOUSE SYSTEM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS House meetings and chapels for high school students are scheduled for 3rd period on Friday. There is no charge for 3rd period for high school students. Students are randomly placed within the House system at the end of their 8th grade year and after re-enrollment into the 9th grade. Younger siblings are placed within the same house as older siblings.

Flower Mound Houses: House of Wallace House of Wright House of Lewis House of Homer Service projects, chapels, intramurals, peprallies, debates and video productions are part of the house system. Student Officer elections take place in the spring. Officers are elected in the spring by their peers.

ONLINE OFFERINGS For students desiring to go beyond the regular offerings of electives and core options at CDA, two classes that are commonly requested, Government and Economics, can be taken online through Seven Star. These classes are not included on the CDA transcript.

DUAL CREDIT INFORMATION Dual Credit is currently being offered for Duel Credit College Algebra, Dual Credit College Physics and AP U.S. History through Colorado Christian University (CCU). It is the responsibility of the parent to determine if the additional cost and credit is right for their student.

Dual Credit College Physics (with Friday lab) is equal to 10 hours of college credit.

12th grade U.S. History is equal to 6 hours of college credit.

Integrated Math is approved as Dual Credit College Algebra and is equal to 3 hours of college credit.

Other courses are being reviewed.

For CDA to offer dual credit, the institution offering the dual credit must meet the following standards: 1. Must allow CDA to teach from a Christian worldview 2. Must allow CDA to use our own instructors and curriculum 3. Must not be cost prohibitive to our families 4. Must allow us to follow our school schedule 5. Must offer credit opportunities for both the FM and CC campuses ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES (AP) CDA has a passage rate of over 91% on AP tests for 2014. National passage rate average is 57% for 2014.

Students are required to take five AP courses to meet the graduation standards of CDA. Students have the option not to take the test at the end of the year. Many students score well enough to receive college credit through the AP tests. Colleges look favorably on students with AP classes on their transcripts when making admissions decisions.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR ELECTIVES: GO TO YOUR FAMILY LOGIN ON THE CDA WEBSITE Parents must first re-enroll their students in CDA from their family login in order to register for next year’s electives.

Eighth graders must be re-enrolled into ninth grade before a House assignment will be made.

New Year’s Day is not a working day for the faculty or staff. Re-enrollment opens for your convenience on January 1. Emails will be returned after the holiday.

1. Log in to your CDA family account (please note: this is different from your CDA Connect login).

2. Click on Re-enroll for 2015-2016.

3. Follow the prompts to complete online enrollment.

4. Once enrolled, the elective registration is made available; click on the link next to your student’s name for 2015-2016 electives to view offerings according to the student’s grade and home campus.

5. Electives are grouped by course type (Core Options, Friday electives, After-School Electives, Athletics, etc.).

6. At the bottom of the list, you can click on a link to see electives at other campuses.

7. If you wish to register for a spring of 2015 athletic offering, please click on Spring Registrations for CURRENT YEAR ONLY.

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