2008-2009 Classes

Class offerings for grades 8 -12

• Biology 2 semesters (Bob Jones with D.I.V.E)

• Physics 2 semesters (Bob Jones)

• Literature 1 semester (Bob Jones Elements of Literature)

• Analyzing Literature CLEP 1 semester (Elements of Literature, CLEP materials)
  

*These classes run concurrently, however there will be additional class time added for those preparing for CLEP.
NOTE: English Composition will be offered second semester)

• Algebra II 2 semesters (Saxon)

• World History 2 semesters (The Wester Heritage TLC-Kagan)
• Western Civilization I CLEP elective (The Western Heritage TLC-Kagan, CLEP materials)
  

*These classes run concurrently, however there will be additional class time added for those preparing for the CLEP . CLEP covers the time period through 1648, World History will continue until the end of the year.

• Spanish I 2 semesters ( Ven Conmigo)

• Beginning Band 1 or 2 semesters (Standard of Excellence)
  

Costs of program

It is our desire to keep the costs as affordable as possible for families.

For grades 8 - 12, registration is $10 each class. Science has a $50 lab fee.
We are asking each FAMILY to donate $20 a month which goes toward utilities, and general supplies.

All books are the responsibility of the parents.

Band registration is $10 (Monthly donation of $10 per family if this is the only class taken otherwise it is included in the program.)

Enrichment classes
No registration fee. We are asking each FAMILY to donate $10 a month or $2.50 a week to help cover general cost of running the program.

Optional text books and some supplies will be the responsibility of the parents.


NOTE: Since this is a co-op, we need parents to volunteer to co-teach a class, sub occasionally, or help with set up, tear down at the end of the day, clean up, or assist in study hall occasionally.

If you have any questions or would like to register, send an email to gatewayacademycl@gmail.com or call 219-696-2064 or 219-712-3631.

Co-Op Classes

Co-Op Classes (from HLSDA web site)

If you are feeling unsure about teaching a particular high school course because of the amount of preparation needed for daily teaching, you may want to join a co-op or form a new one.

As the name implies, co-ops involve cooperative teaching where two or more parents join together to teach a course. For example, four homeschooling moms might collaborate on a high school history course. Each mom would be responsible for preparing lesson plans, planning field trips, and leading discussions for a quarter. Your investment of preparation and instruction for one quarter would pay off in your child receiving instruction for the whole school year.

Alternatively, instead of dividing up teaching responsibilities in terms of quarters, each mom could focus on a particular time frame. For an American History course, a different mom might teach each of the following sections: the Revolutionary War through the Civil War; Reconstruction through World War I; World War II through Vietnam; and the 1970’s through the present. Yet another co-op option is to team up with one or two other moms and have each mom teach one subject that she feels comfortable teaching to everyone else’s children. You’ll cut down on the number of individual courses that you are preparing for, and your child will be taught by a mom who has had plenty of time to plan and research that subject.

Co-ops also provide networking time for moms. It’s fun to coordinate and plan out the year together. Just make sure at the outset that everyone is on board and has agreed on the responsibilities of each mom and students so that the group functions smoothly.

Finally, should you decide to end each quarter or semester with your student presenting a paper or other type of learning summary, co-ops provide ready-made audiences!

See www.hslda.org/highschool/academics.asp for full article.

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Our Values

• We value the parent's choice to educate their children and desire to partner with them providing encouragement, support and assistance.

• We value unity in the body of Christ and will adhere to non-denominational fundamental beliefs in all co-op activities.

• We value children as whole beings created in God's image with individuality, uniqueness, dignity, and potential. Therefore, we will help create a safe environment where children can meet, and programs designed to help children grow physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually

• We value relationships and recognize the significance of children building healthy relationships with adults, peers, and children of other ages.

• We value excellence and are committed to provide educationally sound programs of the highest quality.