1. science
2. mathematics
3. algebra

English Tutorials
Special Note About Language Arts Tutorials at BHSE: In an effort to give students the best opportunity to succeed in our LA tutorials we
highly suggest that students wishing to take LA II, III, IV, or I take English Structure & Use. If a student wishes to enter a BHSE LA class and they have
not completed the previous level of LA at BHSE, an assessment test will be given to place the student.
7 th Grade English: tutored by Angie Kelley
7 th grade
This class is a combination of literature which will utilize short stories and nine weeks of 20 minute movie clips of The Miracle Worker: the
story of Helen Keller and The Diary of Anne Frank. Other topics will include grammar, creative writing, spelling and vocabulary. There will
be some memory work involved in order to get you prepared for your higher-level Language Arts classes. This class will also focus on
learning the task of note taking and organization. Random pop quizzes as well as unit test will be given.
Text: Analytical Grammar and Apple's Daily Spelling Drills.
Average Study Time: 4 hours per week
English Structure & Usage: tutored by Angie Kelley
8 th grade
This class is designed to prepare students for high school Language Arts coursework. It focuses on the mechanics of the English
Language, including the basic parts of speech, sentence formation and the beginning stages of writing effective paragraphs. Short
compositions, journals, spelling and vocabulary will also be addressed. Students will be required to read a selected novel each unit, with
class discussions and guide activities to follow. Journal checks and cumulative tests will take place at the end of each nine weeks. In this
year we pick up with Season 3 of Analytical Grammar which builds on parsing and diagramming (proper part of speech, sentence
structure) and students will cover punctuation- taking our word arrangements that we've learned and now adding the accessories to it to
make a perfect sentence. It will not hinder a student if they are new and did not take Season 1 and 2 in 7th grade.
Text – Analytical Grammar and (*Copies of student pages will be provided for Spelling Made Easy by Connie Schenkelberg.)
Average Study Time: 5 hours per week
English I: tutored by Angie Kelley
9 th grade
Prerequisite – English Structure
This class mainly focuses on the proper mechanics of writing, through learning to analyze and apply multiple aspects of literature. We will
also have specific vocabulary in preparation for standardized testing and will continue to work on some grammar, through review and
writing techniques. Students will take a weekly vocabulary test, be required to read one novel each nine-week period, and begin their
journey, in learning to achieve writing success, through multiple creative writing assignments and reports.
Required Materials:
• Text- IEW: Windows to the World- A Literary Analysis by Lesha Myers
• Vocabulary- Power Plus Book One by Daniel A. Reed
Average Study Time: 5 hours per week
English II: tutored by Jennifer Stewart
10 th grade
Prerequisite – Language Arts I
This course will cover four of the language arts in depth: writing, literature, vocabulary and applied grammar. In classroom work and at
home, students will develop skills in all four areas in order to become effective consumers/communicators of the written word. Students in
this class will focus on developing essay writing skills and fostering skills in critical analysis of classic literature. An introduction to MLA
style for research and documentation will also be included. Reading will include classic works of various sizes and genres from all over the
world.
Average Study Time: 5 hours per week
Text: Warriner English Composition & Grammar, 3rd Level; Prentice Hall Literature, Gold Level (Owned by BHSE – book deposit needed)
English III/IV: tutored by Jennifer Stewart
11/12 th grades
Prerequisite – Language Arts II if taking III/III if taking IV
This course will cover four of the language arts in depth: writing, literature, vocabulary, and applied grammar. In classroom work and at
home, students will continue to develop skills in all four areas to broaden and deepen their skills as effective consumers/communicators of
the written word. Students in this class will focus on honing and perfecting their essay writing sills in addition to analysis of classic
literature. Further instruction on MLA style for research and documentation will be included. Reading for 2015/16 will focus on various
sizes and genres of some of Britain’s greatest works of literature.
Text: Warriner English Composition & Grammar, 4th Level; Prentice Hall Literature, Platinum level
Average Study Time: 5 hours per week (Text owned by BHSE – book deposit needed)
Foreign Language Tutorials
Spanish I: tutored by Claudia Hatfield
9 th - 10 th grade
Prerequisite – Conversational Spanish is highly recommended
The students will learn grammar including verbs/conjugations, articles, and word formations. The students will participate in interviews;
readings and they will also translate the readings. They will also memorize a Bible verse each week. This class is graded by participation,
test grades, and homework. The student’s grade for homework will be by turning in all of the homework on time. There will not be partial
points for some homework. The homework is very important; it helps me to see if the student has any problems with the lesson. There is a
limit of 10 students in this class. The homework grade will be posted on Engrade weekly.
Text: Abeka - Por Todo El Mundo Spanish 1 Books A/B (these are a set), Vocabulary Manual, and Student Test Booklet
Average Study Time: 2 - 3 hours per week
Spanish II: tutored by Claudia Hatfield
10 th – 12 th grade
Prerequisite – Spanish I
The students will continue learning grammar and verb conjugations in different tenses from Abeka Spanish I book B (from previous year)
prior to beginning the 2nd level Spanish books. They will read and learn about different Spanish speaking countries. The students will
continue to memorize Bible verses and participate in interviews. This class is graded by participation, test grades, and homework. The
student’s grade for homework will be by turning in all of the homework on time. There will not be partial points for some homework. The
homework is very important; it helps me to see if the student has any problems with the lesson. The homework grade will be posted on
Engrade weekly.
Text: Abeka – Mas Que Vencdores Spanish 2 Books A/B (a set), Vocabulary Manual, and Student Test Booklet
Average Study Time: 2 – 4 hours per week
Math Tutorials
7 th Grade Fundamentals of Math Tutorial: tutored by Debbie Hardin
7th
Pre-Algebra: tutored by Theresa Greer
8th
Algebra I: tutored by Debbie Hardin
9th
Description: Fundamentals of Math Student Text (2nd edition) covers concepts such as whole numbers, decimals, number theory,
fractions, and an introduction to algebra and geometry. Each chapter contains "Dominion thru Math" exercises that apply mathematics to
everyday life, "Mind over Math" and "Problem Solving" sections that promote critical thinking skills, and a chapter review section. *We will
cover three lessons most weeks getting us more than half-way through the book by May.
Primary Text: Bob Jones’ Fundamentals of Math
Average Study Time: 4-5 hours per week
Supplies: loose-leaf notebook paper, binder, pencils, and calculator. No spiral notebooks!
Description: Pre-Algebra eases the transition from arithmetic to algebra. Algebraic expressions and linear equations are applied
throughout a thorough review of integers, fractions, ratios, percent, and radicals. Problem solving and real-life applications are explored
during this course.
Parent requirements: It is important for the success of your child in this class that the tutor and parents partner together. I will be
teaching for an hour and a half each Monday and assigning homework, as well as assessing the student’s understanding through testing.
It will benefit students for parents to ensure homework is complete and to proctor tests at home. Parents should utilize Engrade by weekly
viewing student accounts to assess if there is any missed work and/or low grades to be able to quickly step in to support and help the
student to reach their full potential.
Primary Text: Math U See Student Pack including test booklet (new edition) DVD recommended for home support
Supplies: Calculator, folder, pencil, paper
Average Study Time per week: 4 hours
Description: Students will be required to complete 5 pages of work during the week. Each Monday they will be given a quiz over the
previous week’s work. It will usually be graded in class and then instruction will be given for the following week’s work. The books include
an honors page for most lessons. You may do these pages at home. I will not be requiring them. *Parents should check answers found in
the back of the Instruction Manual for each lesson (or make answers available to your student). Parents should also check for completed
assignments before Monday mornings.
Subjects Covered: Commutative and Associative Properties, Order of Operations, Solving for an Unknown with One Variable,
Distributive Property, Cartesian Coordinates, Graphing a Line, Slope- Intercept Formula, Graphing Parallel Lines and the Equation of a Line,
Graphing, Perpendicular Lines, Finding the Slope-Intercept Formula with Different Givens, Graphing Inequalities, Solving Simultaneous
Equations by Graphing, Solving Simultaneous Equations by Substitution, Solving Simultaneous Equations by Elimination, Coin Problems,
Consecutive Integers, Multiplication and Division with Exponents, Negative Exponents and Raising Exponents to a Power, Addition and
Multiplication of Polynomials, Factor Polynomials, Factor Trinomials with Coefficients, Factor Trinomials with Negative Numbers, Square
Roots and Dividing Polynomials, Difference of Two Squares and Oriental Squares, Repeated Factoring of Polynomials, Solving Equations
with Factoring, Unit Multipliers, Square Unit Multipliers, Metric Conversions, Fractional Exponents, Significant Digits and Scientific Notation,
Bases Other Than Ten, Graphing a Circle and an Ellipse, Graphing a Parabola and a Hyperbola
Primary Text: Math U See Algebra I
Average Study Time per week: 4 hours
Supplies: loose-leaf notebook paper, binder, pencils, and calculator. No spiral notebooks!
Geometry: tutored by Debbie Hardin
10 th /11 th
Pre-requisite: Algebra I
Description: Students will be required to complete 5 pages of work during the week. Each Monday they will be given a quiz over the
previous week’s work. It will usually be graded in class and then instruction will be given for the following week’s work. The books include
an honors page for most lessons. You may do these pages at home. I will not be requiring them. *Parents should check odd answers
found in the back of the Instruction Manual for each lesson (or make answers available to your student). Parents should also check for
completed assignments before Monday mornings.
Subjects Covered: Points, Lines, Rays and Line Segments, Planes and Sets, Angles, Types of Angles, Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
with Midpoints and Bisectors, Supplementary and Complementary Angles, Transversals with Interior and Exterior Angles, Perimeter of a
Rectangle, Triangle, Parallelogram, and Trapezoid, Area of a Rectangle, Triangle, Parallelogram, and Trapezoid, Constructing and
Identifying Triangles, Regular Polygons, Geometry of a Circle, Sphere and Ellipse, Inscribed and Circumscribed Figures, Area and
Circumference of a Circle, Area of an Ellipse, Latitude and Longitude, Volume of Rectangular Solid and Cylinder, Volume of Pyramid, Cone,
Prism, and Sphere, Surface Area of Solids, Radicals, Pythagorean Theorem, More on Radicals, Special Triangles: (45°-45°-90°), Special
Triangles: (30°-60°-90°), Axioms and Postulates, Corresponding Parts of Triangles and Remote Interior Angles, Proving Triangles
Congruent with SSS and SAS, Proving Triangles Congruent with ASA and AAS, Proving Triangles Congruent with HL, LL, HA, and LA, Proving
Triangles Similar with AA and Proportion or Ratio, Transformational Geometry, Trigonometric Functions: Sine, Cosine and Tangent, Inverse
Trigonometric Functions: Secant, Cosecant, and Cotangent, and Sin2 + Cos2 = 1.
Primary Text: Math U See Geometry
Average Study Time per week: 4 hours
Supplies: loose-leaf notebook paper, binder, pencils, and calculator. No spiral notebooks!
Algebra II: tutored by Debbie Hardin
10 th /11 th
Pre-requisite: Algebra I
Description: Students will be required to complete 5 pages of work during the week. Each Monday they will be given a quiz over the
previous week’s work. It will usually be graded in class and then instruction will be given for the following week’s work. The books include
an honors page for most lessons. You may do these pages at home. I will not be requiring them. *Parents should check odd answers
found in the back of the Instruction Manual for each lesson (or make answers available to your student). Parents should also check for
completed assignments before Monday mornings.
Subjects Covered: Exponents, Rational Expressions, Scientific Notation, Combining Like Terms, Radicals: Basic Operations and
Simplifying, Factoring Polynomials, Fractional Exponents, Solving Equations with Rational Expressions, Imaginary and Complex Numbers,
Conjugate Numbers, Cubes and Pascal's Triangle, Binomial Theorem, Completing the Square, Quadratic Formula, Discriminants,
Applications Using Percent, Isolating a Variable, Ratios, Unit Multipliers and Metric Conversions, Distance = Rate x Time, Motion Problems,
Graphing Lines, Graphing Parallel and Perpendicular Lines, Graphing Inequalities, Distance Formula and Midpoint Formula, Conic Sections:
Circle and Ellipse, Conic Sections: Parabola, Parabola: Maxima and Minima, Conic Sections: Hyperbola, Solving Systems of Equations: Lines
and Conic Sections, Coin Problems, Consecutive Integers, Chemical Mixtures, Age and Boat in the Current Problems, Solving Equations with
Three Variables, and Vectors
Primary Text: Math U See Algebra II
Average Study Time per week: 5hours
Supplies: loose-leaf notebook paper, binder, pencils, and calculator. No spiral notebooks!
Pre-Calculus
12 th
Pre-requisite: Algebra II, Geometry
Description: Students will be required to complete 5 pages of work during the week. Each Monday they will be given a quiz over the
previous week’s work. It will usually be graded in class and then instruction will be given for the following week’s work. The books include
an honors page for most lessons. You may do these pages at home. I will not be requiring them. *Parents should check odd answers
found in the back of the Instruction Manual for each lesson (or make answers available to your student). Parents should also check for
completed assignments before Monday mornings.
Subjects Covered: Pythagorean Theorem, Special Right Triangles (30°- 60°- 90° and 45°- 45°- 90°),Trigonometric Ratios, Inverse
Trigonometric Ratios, Interpreting the Trigonometry Tables, Using the Trig. Table to Solve for the Unknown, Using a Calculator and Arc
Functions, Angles of Elevation and Depression, Angles less than 0°, Angles greater than 360°, Reference Angles, Cofunctions, Negative
Angle Relationships, Proving Trigonometric Identities, Sum and Difference Identities, Double-Angle and Half-Angle Identities, Law of Sines,
Law of Cosines, Ambiguity in the Law of Sines, Radian Measure, Polar Coordinates and Rectangular Coordinates, Polar Equations and Polar
Graphs, Vectors, Functions: Relation, Domain, and Range, Graphing the Sine and Cosine Functions, Graphing the Secant and Cosecant
Functions, Graphing the Tangent and Cotangent Functions, Logarithms, Arithmetic Sequences and Series, Geometric Sequences and Series,
Proof of Cos (A - B) = Cos A Cos B + Sin A Sin B, Finding the Area of a Triangle Trigonometrically, Interpolation, Navigation, Natural
Logarithms, Equations with Absolute Value, Equations with Radicals, Inequalities with Absolute Value, Inequalities with Radicals, and Limits.
Primary Text: Math U See PreCalculus
Average Study Time per week: 5 hours
Supplies: loose-leaf notebook paper, binder, pencils, and calculator. No spiral notebooks!
Other Tutorials
Journalism: tutored by Amanda Poskevich
8 th – 12 th grade
This course will give each student the ability to use their creativity and explore their writing and designing abilities to bring to life this year’s
activities to each person in and outside of BHSE. This class should be a joy to each student; however, the responsibilities should not be
taken lightly. Each student’s ability, eagerness, and attention to detail will be what people in and around BHSE see as our week to week
activities unfold in front of their eyes. What others see in each individual’s work, is what they see happening at BHSE through our Year
Book and how our students are perceived through their journalism.
Mandatory – Laptop computer with wireless Internet access.
Personal Finance: tutored by Ruthie Johnson
Average Study Time: 2 – 3 hours per week
10 th - 12 th grade
This is Dave Ramsey's Foundations in Personal Finance - a high school elective course in practical and relevant financial skills. We'll
use video curriculum, discussion, real-life, and goal setting to learn how to get a handle on the fundamentals of money management and
personal behavior NOW! Class will include a field trip to Ramsey Solutions in Cool Springs for The Dave Ramsey Show. Date TBD
Text: Foundations in Personal Finance
*To be secured by the tutor ($27)*
Average Study Time:
4 hours per week
Science Tutorials
7 th General Science: tutored by Nicole Coffman-Cole
7 th Grade
Description: This course covers such topics as the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, archaeology, geology,
paleontology, biology, and human anatomy and physiology. Its scope, therefore, is quite wide. There are many hands-on experiments to
do, and they all use household items. Some simple experiments will be performed in the class. Students will participate in the annual
BHSE Science Fair as part of this course.
Primary Text: Apologia Exploring Creation with General Science 2nd edition (text, solutions manual, & notebook)
Average Study Time: 4-5 hours per week
Lab Fee: $20
Physical Science: tutor TBD
8 th /9 th grade
Pre-requisite: Pre-Algebra in conjunction with this class.
Description: This course is an eighth-grade/freshman level hands-on course and will cover basic physics, atomic theory, a little
chemistry, and electricity and magnetism. Students will be introduced to lecture, lab-write up techniques and independent testing. It is an
excellent course for preparing the student to take high school chemistry and physics science courses. A great deal of math is requires in
this class, and calculators should be allowed for the math portion of the exercises.
Parent requirements: Parents will be required to discuss, grade and help students correct most homework assignments before they
are handed in; I will prepare and grade tests, in-class experiments, and discussion materials, introduce concepts, troubleshoot and
manage grades on Engrade. As class time is valuable, tests may be sent home for parent proctoring.
Primary Text: Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd Edition; text & solutions manual
Additional information: Some umbrella schools will accept this as a high school science lab requirement with minor adjustments. You
will need to contact me for the supplement to this material as well as prior approval from your umbrella school before attempting this as a
high school lab credit.
Average Study Time per week: 3 – 5 hours
Lab Fees: $30
Biology I (lab class): tutored by Jamie Kook
9 th /10 th grade
Prerequisite – Physical Science (preferred)
Class Description: This college-prep biology course is a lab science and covers concepts of general biology including scientific
methodology, an in-depth survey of the five kingdoms of creation, biochemistry, cellular biology, genetics, evolution and ecosystems.
Extensive labs include research by the student, microscopy, critical thinking activities, projects, and dissection of several organisms
including (but not limited to) the earthworm, crayfish, perch, and frog. In addition to preparing for higher-level classes, an emphasis is
made to apply lessons learned to the students’ own surroundings and life. Biology is everywhere!!
Parent requirements: Parents will be required to discuss, grade and help students correct most homework assignments before they
are handed in; the tutor will prepare and grade tests, in-class experiments, and discussion materials, introduce concepts, troubleshoot and
manage grades on Engrade. As class time is valuable, all tests will be sent home for parent proctoring.
Primary Text: Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd Edition; text & solutions manual
Additional information: Students will be required to complete a research project. Participation in the science fair is encouraged, but
not required. Participation in labs is required.
Average Study Time per week: 4 – 6 hours
Lab Fees: $55
Chemistry (lab class): tutor Monica Johnson
10 th /11 th grade
Pre-requisite – Biology I, proficiency in Algebra I. Strong math skills are a must.
Course Description: Chemistry is not just elements on a chart or dots around a symbol. Chemistry is the substance of life on Earth.
Exploring Creation with Chemistry 3rd edition introduces the student to the concepts of chemistry and provides the strong foundation
necessary to further understand many of the other sciences including biology, physics, astronomy, and countless others. Exploring
Creation with Chemistry 3rd edition will bring students one step closer to understanding their surroundings while strengthening their faith
that the Creator has designed a magnificent and purposeful world. The material covered in this text lay the ground work for college level
classes and will provide the student with the confidence needed to advance to more in-depth study and research.
Parent requirements: Parents will be required to discuss, grade and help students with classwork; the tutor will prepare and grade
tests, perform in-class experiments, and discuss materials, introduce concepts, troubleshoot and manage grades on Engrade. As class
time is valuable, tests may be sent home for parent proctoring.
Primary Text: Exploring Creation with Chemistry 2nd Edition -both the text & solutions manual
Additional information: All labs will be held during class time. Participation in the science fair is encouraged, but not required. A
scientific calculator is required.
Average Study Time per week: 6-8 hours
Lab Fees: $55
Social Studies Tutorials
American History: tutored by Dick Achuff
10 th - 12 th grade
This positive, patriotic approach to American history brings to life events and personalities that have shaped America and places a special
emphasis on America’s Christian past. Heritage of Freedom rejects the conflict approach of Marxist historians (and progressive educators
and liberal newsmen) to give a narrative account of what has made our country great and what can keep it great. Every Student needs to
take this course, as it may be the last time he or she may be exposed to the truth of our Christian founding.
Text: Abeka: Heritage of Freedom (3rd Edition) Text, Test/Quiz Book
Average study time: 5 hours per week
Materials Fee: $5
Civics (1 st semester class): tutored by Dick Achuff
10 th - 12 th grade
A conservative, Christian perspective makes this civics and government course unique. Students need the firm foundation this course
provides to become informed, responsible citizens and voters in today’s world. “American Government” opens with an inspiring look at the
blessings we enjoy and the symbols we hold dear as American citizens. At the core of the text is a fascinating study of the Constitution, the
rights and privileges it guarantees the American people, and the government it established with its limits, and responsibilities. Next
students learn about federalism and government at the state and local levels concluding with a chapter on the opportunities and
responsibilities of American citizens to get involved in their unique political system.
This is a challenging course requiring much preparation but a MUST for our future leaders of America; YOUR CHILDREN. There is much
in-class participation and discussion.
Text: Abeka American Government in Christian Perspective; Text and Quiz/Test Book
Average Study Time: 4 - 6 hours per week
Materials Fee: $5
Economics (2 nd semester class): tutored by Dick Achuff
10 th – 12 th grade
Emphasis on free enterprise capitalism in a free market economy sets this book apart from the competition. The Biblical views of work,
wealth, and stewardship appear throughout the text, helping students to understand the proper economic roles of individual producers
and consumers as well as that of the government from a conservative, Christian perspective. The stark contrast between the market
economy—the cornerstone of prosperity in the United States—and the command economy—the hallmark of fiscal failure in Communist
countries—is graphically presented in illustration of the economic principles that govern all societies. Essential concepts such as
competition in the marketplace and private ownership of capital are discussed from a conservative perspective.
This is a challenging course requiring much preparation but a MUST for our future leaders of America; YOUR CHILDREN.
Text: Abeka Economics: Work and Prosperity; Text and Quiz/Test Book
Average Study Time: 4 - 6 hours per week
Materials Fee: $5
World Geography: tutored by Dick Achuff
8 th - 12 th grade
World Geography presents a physical-cultural study of the earth and mankind from a conservative Christian perspective. Basic to this
perspective is the conviction that God is the Creator of the earth and of man. By applying their knowledge of the Creation, the Flood, the
beginning of nations at Babel, and God's dealing with mankind throughout the ages, students can better understand the physical features
of the earth as well as the cultures of its people. The course presents a deeper study of the religions, languages, customs, historic
backgrounds, resources, and industries to expand the students' knowledge of each continent, region, and country presented. Much map
work is expected and required. At the completion of the course, students will have a better understanding of the development of different
countries and their location, as well as their impacts on world events of today.
Text: Abeka: World Geography in Christian Perspective (2nd Edition) Text & Quiz/Test Book Map Studies book is required
Average Study Time:
4 - 6 hours per week
Materials Fee: $5
World History: tutored by Dick Achuff
9 th - 12 th grade
This course stands on the conviction that God is the Creator of the world and the Controller of history, and is taught from a Christian
perspective building a solid foundation of ancient history and geography, tracing man’s history back to the Garden of Eden. It gives a
presentation of neglected Asian and African cultures in a unique ancient-to-modern style, helping students to recognize other peoples and
cultures. An in-depth study of the Greco-Roman culture lays the groundwork for a section on medieval history. The last section brings the
student to the doorstep of current history and vividly depicts world events in light of God’s master plan. Since man’s actions are a
product of his thoughts; the history of ideas is emphasized, rather than only political events and economic conditions. Students are given a
Christian perspective on language, chronology, “prehistoric times,” art, music, revolutionism, evolutionism, socialism, Communism,
humanism, liberalism, and much more.
This is a challenging course requiring much preparation but must for future leaders of America.
Text: A Beka: World History and Cultures (3rd Edition) Text & Quiz/Test Book
Average Study Time:
4 - 6 hours per week
Materials Fee: $5
Non-Tutorial Classes for 7 th – 12 th grade
Art: tutored by JoAnn Woodland
7 th – 12 th grade
Students will be learning or reintroduced to the basic skills, elements, and techniques that are so important to the arts, while adding
advanced art skills such as knowledge of materials such as pencil, acrylics, watercolor, charcoal, pastels, pen and ink, clay, mixed mediums
and more. This course is hands-on and will explore different styles of artwork along with the mention of a variety of artists being talked
about as the do their art. We will be going on field trips. Parents are encouraged to participate to enjoy the view and knowledge on field
trips. Siblings will be encouraged to come along depending on the tour. A sense of professionalism will be stressed while displaying their
work, taking care of materials, using the correct terms, and keeping a student portfolio. Students will be encouraged to use their own
ideas during projects, within reason of the lesson being taught.
Text: The Discover Art Series 5 and 6 by Laura Chapman (provided with Book Deposit of $20)
An art history book is available to borrow with a $50 book deposit.
Required Materials: large portfolio
Fees: $50
Parental Support: Encourage students with their interest in art and remember that it is the process not the product that matters.
Archery: tutored by Theresa Greer
7 th – 12 th grade
In this course, students will enjoy learning Olympic style archery using recurve bows. All equipment including bows, arrows, targets, and
safety gear will be provided. Students may bring their own bows if desired. This course will teach safety, the parts of the equipment,
scoring, and proper shooting technique covering stance, draw, anchor, release, and follow through. We will conclude the course with a
class archery tournament! Students will walk with the tutor down to Music City Archery's indoor range, which is located at the bottom of
the BHSE driveway. Theresa Greer is a certified archery instructor through 4-H, Scholastic 3D Archery, and USA Archery (the governing
body for the Olympics) and is the owner of Music City Archery.
Conversational Spanish: tutored by Claudia Hatfield
7 th - 9 th grade
In this class, the students will learn the alphabet, the numbers, the days of the week, the months, the household items, the articles, verb
endings, and a lot more vocabulary. This class introduces the language. There will be five to six homework assignments through the year
to get the results in specific lessons. Required material: *Notebook or binder *Loose leaf paper
*This class is a Prerequisite for Spanish I
Health/First Aid (1 st Sem. )/Cooking (2 nd Sem.) : tutored by Nicole Coffman-Cole
7 th – 12 th grade
This class will be broken up into two separate semesters. The first semester will be Health. We will cover healthy eating, label reading,
meal planning, basic first aid, CPR Training (required for graduation in TN), and more. The second semester will be Cooking. In this part
of the year, students will learn how to make meals from scratch. They will learn basic kitchen safety, kitchen vocabulary, reading recipes,
and clean up. We will be making something in class each week.
*Be sure to let the tutor know of any allergies when signing up for this class*
Fee: $30
Destination Imagination:
tutored by Jennifer Sellers
6 th – 12 th grades
Students work in teams to solve a challenge in one of the following areas: STEM, Improv, Visual Arts, or Service Learning. Each Challenge is
open-ended and enables student teams to learn and experience the creative process from imagination to innovation. Academic
tournaments take place in March where teams have the opportunity to present their solutions to trained appraisers. Students have fun and
gain confidence in their ability to solve any challenge. Students wishing to compete will meet after classes once a month until January
followed by bi-weekly after-school meetings to prepare for the tournament. These after-school meetings can be after classes on Mondays
or other days that are more convenient. Winning teams will have the opportunity to advance to other competitions.
Parental involvement is necessary to make this work. Parents of each team member will work together as a team to provide assistance
where needed. Parents can choose from the following areas: classroom assistance with monthly rotations, provide appraisers for
competition, provide weekly snacks, and/or if needed, work time outside of class with other team members. However, parental involvment
cannot be to help with ideas or help to create any portion of their challenge. All challenges from the imagination to innovation process
must be original ideas by the students themselves. We want this to be a fun, learning experience where students can be proud of what they
accomplish on their own. A parental committal form will be required to sign and return before your child can become a member
of Destination Imagination.
Fees: $30 + supplies for challenge
Drama: tutored by Marilyn Fair
1st
7 th – 12 th grades
semester: Have you ever wondered what an actor does to prepare for a role in a movie or play? Think you could be convincing as an
actor? This class will cover the basic techniques required for developing a character and will include vocal & physical warm-ups, theatrical
terminology, improvisational games, scene study and monologue work. This class will perform an end of the semester performance of
short scenes and monologues. (No new students added to this class after September 7th)
Fee: $10
nd
2 Semester: Students will work on everything that is involved in presenting a theatrical performance. From auditions, to casting, to
rehearsals, to prop and set building, costumes, make-up, lights and sound, the students will learn theatre terminology and participate in
every aspect of producing a play. ( Play to be chosen by class ) Students will perform an end of semester performance of the play
for the entire student body and invited guests. (No new students added to this class after January 25th) Fee: $30