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I never want to leave academia. Learning is my lifeblood and I want to share my passion for learning with others. I like to think outside the box…walk to the beat of my own drum…swim upstream. That is why all of our courses incorporate the Homeroom Education creed “Learning Through Living”. Our hands-on approach to academics means that our students are diving deep into their studies rather than only skimming the surface. A student’s school should never hold them back, and I know these classes will only propel students further and deeper into learning than ever before!

Digital Homeroom - Online Classes Like You Have Never Seen Before…

At Homeroom Education we are changing the rules when it comes to taking online classes. Our live, and interactive Digital Homeroom courses are designed to engage students all across the Bay Area from the comfort of their own homes. All of our classes run on an 8-week quarter system, with each class meeting online twice a week for an hour and a half of instruction per session. With weekly hands-on and collaborative activities our students might be miles apart but their creativity, insights, analysis, and critical thinking are all present in our Digital Homeroom! Throughout the quarter, classes will jump from the digital world to the real world with at least 2 fieldtrips relevant to the course subject. So boot-up those computers and dust off your webcam because Homeroom Education is coming to a living room near you!
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Fall 2015 Quarter

The Fall 2015 Quarter will run from September 8th to Nov 2nd. All classes meet online for 1 ½ hours twice a week and will have at least 2 fieldtrips relevant to the course subject.

Students will be graded upon their completion of all course requirements as stipulated in the syllabus which becomes available upon enrollment. Final grades will be made available one week after the last day of class or the final project due date.

K-6th Grade

History in Film

Teresa Nair | Monday and Wednesday | 10:45-12:15

Ecology of Silicon Valley

Ellen Nicholas | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10:45-12:15

Creative Writing: Screenplay “Shorts”

Teresa Nair | Monday and Wednesday | 12:30-2:00

Cinderella Around the World

Ellen Nicholas | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 12:30-2:00

Intro. to US Gov.

Jodie Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 2:15-3:45

Geometry in Nature

TBD | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 2:15-3:45
7th-12th Grade

Technology of WWI

Jodie Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 10:45-12:15

The Scientific Method

TBA | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10:45-12:15

World War I In Memoir

Jodie Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 12:30-2:00

Geometry and Space Exploration

TBA | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 12:30-2:00

Presenting in the 21st Century

Teresa Nair | Monday and Wednesday | 2:15-3:45

Effective Writing

Ellen Nicholas | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 2:15-3:45

Introduction to Programming with Python

Nathan Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 6:30-8:00

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Homeroom Kits

Our weekly Homeroom Kits bring the hands-on activities of a classroom to your home with tangible class materials that students will share and use during their online classes. This unique approach to online learning allows students to enjoy the collaborative and experiential learning of a classroom from the comfort of their own home.

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Critical Thinking

At Homeroom Education our classes are designed to help students learn through questioning. As Albert Einstein has said “the most important thing is not to stop questioning” a philosophy that has been a guiding principle in all Homeroom Education classes. By teaching students not only to ask questions, but how to find the answers, we are able to foster disciplined thinking that is clear, rational, open-minded, and informed in all of our students.

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Engaged Students

You never have to worry about school being boring again with our fun, interactive Digital Homeroom classes. Our video software apps, Homeroom Kits, image sharing, and fieldtrips have all been designed to immerse students into their learning experience. No snoozing through some prerecorded webinar here; only exciting “Learning Through Living” opportunities for our students!

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Passionate Instructors

The innovative Homeroom Education approach to academics has attracted some of the best, brightest, and most passionate instructors the Bay Area has to offer. Not only do our instructors have years of experience teaching they also come equipped with private sector backgrounds that help them to show students the real-world applications for their studies. At Homeroom Education our instructors only teach courses that they are passionate about, this means you will never find a checked-out gym coach teaching history. So check out our checked-in faculty!

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Flexibility

The online environment of Digital Homeroom classes offers students more flexibility than a traditional classroom. Curriculum can be customized to address the interests and needs of students without it becoming obvious to the whole class that a single student has different learning needs. Online class sizes are kept small with capacities topping out at 9 students. Class schedules are flexible with a variety of courses being offered throughout the day and can be attended from any location with an internet connection and a laptop or mobile device. Digital Homerooms have allowed Homeroom Education to better meet each student’s individual needs while still maintaining high quality academic experiences.

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At Homeroom Education we strive to accommodate the academic needs and interests of our students. For this reason, our faculty are always open to suggestions from our students and their families regarding courses and content. We are happy to customize a course to keep students engaged and families satisfied. What would you like your student to learn about? Let us know by clicking here!

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K-6th Grade Classes

History in Film
Creative Writing: Screenplay “Shorts”
Creating Your Own Country: An Intro. to US Gov.
Ecology of Silicon Valley
Comparative Literature: Cinderella Around the World
Geometry in Nature

7th-12th Grade Classes

Technology of WWI
World War I In Memoir
Our Public Image: Presenting in the 21st Century
Introduction to Programming with Python
The Scientific Method
Geometry and Space Exploration
Effective Writing

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History in Film
Teresa Nair | Monday and Wednesday | 10:45AM-12:15PM
Course Description
Did you know that Pocahontas was actually 10 years old when she met John Smith? Often times, film and media representations of history are more focused on entertainment than truth. This course will help students explore questions such as: “How does the media influence history?” “How do we find historical ‘facts’?” and “In what ways do I influence history?” Using popular movies, loosely based on historical events, students will develop critical thinking skills important for historical analysis and exploration.
Learning Objectives
This course focuses heavily on critical thinking skills. Students will learn to analyze and fact check what they are being shown in film and media. Class activities will introduce students to different types of media and research while engaging their problem solving, comprehension, and debating skills with both independent and group work.
Required Texts/Films
Families are welcome to obtain copies of the required films or a Netflix subscription.
  • Pocahontas, Walt Disney, 1995
  • The Diary of Anne Frank, Masterpiece Theater, 2010
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Creative Writing: Screenplay “Shorts”
Teresa Nair | Monday and Wednesday | 12:30PM-2:00PM
Course Description
Since Thomas Edison’s 1889 creation of the first motion picture, people have been interested in documenting and retelling history through film. In this course students will have the opportunity to write, direct, and star in their own short films inspired by historical events from the past or use their imaginations to dream up events in the future. Students will learn how to combine a plot, characters, setting, and dialog to develop a full story while also practicing sentence structure, grammar, and descriptive writing. It will be “lights, creative writing, action” here at Homeroom Education.
Learning Objectives
The objective for this course is to use students’ natural creativity to teach them writing skills. The course will focus on the fundamentals of writing such as structure, diction, syntax, and editing in the fun and engaging atmosphere of screen writing. Additionally, students will also develop independent and group work skills along with planning and organization skills.
Required Texts
  • Keri Smith, Finish This Book, ISBN: 978-0399536892
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Creating Your Own Country: An Intro. to US Gov.
Jodie Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 2:15PM-3:45PM
Course Description
Have you ever wanted to start your own country? Well that is exactly what the founding fathers and mothers of the United States did in 1776. In this course students will learn about the United States federal, state, and local governments and see how our countries laws developed and changed. To examine the importance of law and order in society students will participate in a quarter long project where they get to create their own country and government. This project not only reinforces what students learn in class, but also demonstrates the difficulties lawmakers, new and old, have in governing the people.
Learning Objectives
This course will focus on teaching students about the United States government including the creation of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Amendments. Students will develop their critical thinking skills through a variety of problem solving activities that will encourage both independent and group work. Course work and homework will also provide students practice in writing, grammar, logic, reading comprehension, public speaking and organizational skills.
Required Texts
  • Ernestine Giesecke, National Government (Kids' Guide to Government), ISBN: 978-1432927134
  • Ernestine Giesecke, State Government (Kids' Guide to Government), ISBN: 978-1432927127
  • Ernestine Giesecke, Local Government (Kids' Guide to Government), ISBN: 978-1432927110
  • Jean Fritz, Shh! We're Writing the Constitution, ISBN: 978-0698116245
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Ecology of Silicon Valley
Ellen Nicholas | Tuesday and Thursday | 10:45AM-12:15PM
Course Description
We live in an amazing place, but how often do we think about what it takes to live here? Who do we share our living space and natural resources with? Where does our recycling go? Where does our water come from? Ecology takes a close look at the relations and interactions between organisms and their environment. In this class students will study the ecology of Silicon Valley with a focus on the human impact. Students can expect to spend time outdoors on multiple fieldtrips where we will be getting up close and personal with nature as well as looking at the technology that helps us interact with the other organisms who share our space.
Learning Objectives
Through class participation, fieldtrips, hands-on experiments and observations, students will gain insights into how organisms (including people) live together in Silicon Valley. The course is designed to increase each student’s critical thinking skills with practice comparing and contrasting, as well as discerning between subjective and objective observations. Math and language skills will also be reviewed through graphing, writing and vocabulary.
Required Texts
  • Julia Rothman, Nature Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of the Natural World, ISBN: 978-1612122311
  • Julia Rothman, Farm Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of Country Life, ISBN: 978-1603429818
  • Plugable USB 2.0 Handheld Digital Microscope with Stand for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android (2MP, 10x-250x Magnification)
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Comparative Literature: Cinderella Around the World
Ellen Nicholas | Tuesday and Thursday | 12:30PM-2:00PM
Course Description
Nearly every culture on the planet has their own version of the “Cinderella” story, and over 700 have been documented. Each version of “Cinderella” gives a little insight into the people and traditions that inspired the tale. Not all Cinderella stories feature young women and prince charming, some of them don’t even have human characters – all of which adds to the whimsy and diversity of this universal fairytale. This course will explore 15 different stories from around the world that expose students to different cultures and customs through the familiar story of “Cinderella”.
Learning Objectives
This course will focus heavily on developing each student’s analytical and reading comprehension skills by compare and contrast 15 different “Cinderella” stories using a variety of graphic organizers including a culture and geography unit. Students will also develop their writing skills with practice in sentence structure, punctuation, vocabulary and spelling.
Required Texts
Though no texts are required for this course families may wish to obtain copies of the 15 “Cinderella” stories that will be studied in this course. A list of the “Cinderella” stories will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration.
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Geometry in Nature
TBD | Tuesday and Thursday | 2:15PM-3:45PM
Course Description
What do sunflowers, pineapples, and seashells have in common? They all follow Geometries Golden Rule. This course will provide students with an introduction to Geometry through examples found in nature. Students will learn basic principles of Geometry by exploring patterns in nature and their practical uses in our daily lives. Geometry applications, vocabulary, and problem solving will be the focus of this course.
Learning Objectives
Aside from gaining a basic understanding of the principles in geometry, students will also work on critical thinking and problem solving. This class will focus around independent as well as group work helping to encourage the development of both leadership and collaborative skills.
Required Texts
  • Michael S. Schneider, A Beginner's Guide to Constructing the Universe: Mathematical Archetypes of Nature, Art, and Science, ISBN: 978-0060926717
  • Catherine Sheldrick Ross, Shapes in Math, Science and Nature: Squares, Triangles and Circles, ISBN: 978-1771381246
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Technology of WWI
Jodie Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 10:45AM-12:15PM
Course Description
The communication, mechanical, and transportation advancements made during WWI changed warfare forever. This course examines what happened between the Civil War and the end of WWI to prime the world for the technological explosion of the Great War. Through interactive presentations, collaborative timelines, and group discussions students will not only learn the causes and effects of WWI but gain a new understanding of how the technologies of WWI revolutionized the way countries fight wars. This course will also examine the impact military technologies had on civilian life after the war throughout the 20th century. A final project, tying in assignments from the entire quarter, will reinforce the course topic and important academic skills like writing, research, and organization.
Learning Objectives
With a focus on secondary sources, students will learn how to analyze and apply research to class discussions and assignments. Public speaking, writing, and collaborative skills will be developed through class participation and group presentation assignments; academic fundamentals such as conducting research, organizing evidence, thesis development will also be reviewed.
Required Texts
  • Taylor Downing, Secret Warriors: The Spies, Scientists, and Code Breakers of World War I, ISBN: 978-1605986944
  • Smithsonian, Word War I: The Definitive Visual History, ISBN: 978-1465419385
  • Chris Bishop, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I: A comprehensive Guide to Weapons Systems, including Tanks, Small Arms, Warplanes, Artillery, Ships, and Submarines, ISBN: 978-1782741411
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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World War I In Memoir
Jodie Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 12:30PM-2:00PM
Course Description
In this course students will examine what life was link during World War I through the eyes of an Austrian-Hungary soldier turned Bolshevik, British nurse on the front lines, and a reluctant United States soldier. By reading primary literature written about WWI by those who lived through it on the front lines students will gain a better understanding of the cause and effects of WWI. This course will primarily focus on primary literature, secondary research, relevant multi-media outlets, and analytical writing.
Learning Objectives
Students will learn how to read and analyze primary literature as well as secondary sources. Through reading assignments, in class activities, group discussions and writing assignments students will develop their critical thinking, reading comprehension, analytical, debate, and writing skills. All students will be expected to participate in both group and independent work designed to encourage practice in communication, leadership, and organization.
Required Texts
  • Jaroslav Hasek, The Good Soldier Svejk, ISBN: 978-0140-449914
  • Vera Brittain, Testament of Youth, ISBN: 978-0143108382
  • Dalton Trumbo, Johnny Got His Gun, ISBN: 978-0-553-27432-5
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Our Public Image: Presenting in the 21st Century
Teresa Nair | Monday and Wednesday | 2:15PM-3:45PM
Course Description
In this course we will examine, evaluate and experience many different ways in which we present ourselves to the world.  Through public speaking and multi-media presentations we will learn to develop, organize and deliver thoughtful and creative speeches while exploring personal styles of speaking. The course will also explore the role of social media in the way we present including discussions on the positive and negative impacts our online presence can have on our lives. Students will be expected to participate in weekly speaking opportunities along with critically analysis of peer, professional and personal presentations.
Learning Objectives
This course will focus on public speaking and the use of multi-media presentation both on and off line. Projects, assignments, and in class participation are all designed to help students develop their public speaking, debating, critical thinking, organization, and leadership skills.
Required Texts
  • Sonja K. Foss, Inviting Transformation: Presentational Speaking for a Changing World, ISBN: 978-1577667216
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Introduction to Programming with Python
Nathan Fillhardt | Monday and Wednesday | 6:30PM-8:00PM
Course Description
Have you ever wanted to make your own video game or create your own computer software? In this course students will learn the fundamentals of programming in Python, one of the most popular software development languages. Each week students will be introduced to new concepts and techniques that will be used in a final project. Students with none to beginner programming skills will enjoy this interactive online course that allows their imagination to come alive on their computer screen.
Learning Objectives
Students will learn the basics of programming in Python while developing their independent and collaborative work skills. Throughout the course students will be developing a final, finished, program that is designed to develop their problem solving, creative thinking, analytical, and computer skills with an emphasis on organization and time management. Computational math, including algebra and geometry, will also be reviewed in this course.
Required Texts
  • Jason Cannon, Python Programming for Beginners: An Introduction to the Python Computer Language and Computer Programming, ISBN: 978-1501000867
  • Mark Lutz, Learning Python, 5th Edition, ISBN: 978-1449355739
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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The Scientific Method
TBA | Tuesday and Thursday | 10:45AM-12:15PM
Course Description
Have you ever wondered how something works or had a questions that seemed impossible to answer? Well, the scientific method just might help. In this critical thinking course, students will not only learn the steps and parts of the scientific method but also gain an understanding of its importance. Through hands-on experiments, observations, online participation, and on-site fieldtrips students will work through the scientific method to discover how its application can help conquer even the largest problems.
Learning Objectives
In this course students will gain a practical understanding of the scientific method increasing each student’s critical thinking and problem solving skills. Basic scientific principles will be applied to everyday situations helping students develop their organizational, planning, and time management skills.
Required Texts
  • Steven Gimbel, Exploring the Scientific Method: Cases and Questions, ISBN: 978-0226294834
  • E. Bright Wilson Jr., An Introduction to Scientific Research, ISBN: 978-0486665450
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Geometry and Space Exploration
TBA | Tuesday and Thursday | 12:30AM-2:00PM
Course Description
Geometry has contributed to countless scientific advancements over the centuries including space exploration. This course will examine how Geometry is used not only to send people into space but to help increase what we know about space. The focus of this course will be to teach new geometry concepts while demonstrating the practical, and very cool, application geometry has had in the 21st century.
Learning Objectives
Students will learn new geometry concepts in order to develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills. This class will focus around independent as well as group work helping to encourage the development of both leadership and collaborative skills.
Required Texts
  • Jeffrey R. Weeks, The Shape of Space, ISBN: 978-0824707095
  • Richard Heath, Matrix of Creation: Sacred Geometry in the Realm of the Planets, ISBN: 978-0892811946
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.
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Effective Writing
Ellen Nicholas | Tuesday and Thursday | 2:15PM-3:45PM
Course Description
Most of us have a variety of social media accounts, but we all have more to say than will fit into a 140 character tweet. Creative writing gets our thoughts onto the page; effective writing is communication. Using both self-chosen and assigned topics, students will learn effective writing and editing strategies, with a focus on college application essays.
Learning Objectives
Students will engage in both formal and informal writing and editing strategies to practice effective writing, such as sentence structure, accuracy, integrity, and readability. The prompts and writing activities used in this course will ready students for the type if writing required in college and scholarship applications.
Required Texts
  • Associated Press, The Associated Press Stylebook 2015, ISBN: 978-0465062942
  • William Strunk Jr. and White, E.B., The Elements of Style, Fourth Edition, ISBN: 978-0205309023
Course Details
PLEASE NOTE: Homeroom Education requests that families review the required texts/films for all courses before enrolling. Enrollment in a course signifies to our faculty that you are providing consent for your student to read/watch all required texts/films, and other such in class material, for the course. Each course will occasionally meet outside of the normally scheduled class sessions at “fieldtrip” locations relevant to the course topic. All scheduled fieldtrip dates and details will be provided in the course syllabus upon registration and will be part of the course schedule handed out on the first day of class. Fieldtrips, along with all scheduled course sessions are considered mandatory for class participation. Instructors, at their discretion, may provide “makeup assignments” for students who miss a session or fieldtrip.