7th – 8th Grade Classes
English / Language Arts 2
Mrs. Fong
The goal of this class is to incrementally build skills in writing, vocabulary, grammar, and literature.
Writing goals include writing summaries and outlines, identifying and creating topic sentences and thesis statements, paraphrasing and organizing. There will be a research paper assigned in the spring.
Books students will read this year include: The Last Battle by C. S. Lewis, The Chosen by Chaim Potek, and The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare. These will be interspersed with short stories and poems.. Vocabulary will come from vocabulary from Classical Roots Book A and grammar from Abeka’s Grammar and Composition.
English 2 Grades 7 & 8 Course Description
BJU Math 7
Mr. Harvey
A foundational study into the descriptive power of the basics of math.
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Pre-Algebra
Mr. Ortega
I hope that I can effectively convey to your students my enjoyment of math and my passion for learning. My favorite teachers growing up were those who were knowledgeable and who seemed to sincerely enjoy what they taught. That is my goal this year. Math is fun, engaging, stimulating, and deeply important for our kids’ development. I am truly excited to take this pre-algebra journey with the students of Vine this year.
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Science
Mrs. Korjenek
In 7/8 science, we will be exploring creation through general science. Science is a fascinating subject; it allows us to study the world around us that God created.
We will spend approximately two weeks on each chapter. Each week, students will be required to read on their own at home and come prepared to have a class discussion. We will also be doing plenty of experiments, both as a class and individually.
Note-taking is highly encouraged. This will help the student not just with science, but with other subjects as well. I find that we retain more information when we write it down or even draw pictures!
Each day, homework will be written on the board for the students to take notes in their planners. All homework assignments require a name, to be legible, and to be turned in on time.
Communication will be done through email and text as needed.
History: Renaissance & Reformation
Mrs. Korjenek
In 7/8 history, we will cover hundreds of years in history starting with the Renaissance period in European history immediately following the Middle Ages. We will “travel” to different parts of the world learning about Renaissance art, science, exploration, innovation, and more!
Jr. High Bible
Mrs. Kastle
As we look to God’s Word for answers to age old questions like-
How can I be sure what’s right from wrong or who am I and why do I matter? or Does it really matter what I believe, as long as I have faith?
You can be sure that this class will be a good place to kick around thoughts and ideas. Using the Bible as The Source for clues and prayerfully some answers.
John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “ I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
Creative Art
Mrs. Fong
Creative Arts is a mixed media art class that will create projects including 2D drawing and painting, that will teach perspective, shading, and value. Other projects include mosaics, wood burning, foil embossing, and print making (and more!).
Materials needed for first semester: Pencils, pencil sharpener, large eraser, black pen, black Sharpie, water color paints, 2 paint brushes (small @2 and medium @8, 10) ruler, scissors, and tacky glue. Supply Fee: $75 for the year
Latina Christiana – Intro to Latin – 5th – 8th
Mrs. Miller
Guitar 1
Mr. Ortega
Students will need to be able to play all major and minor chords in both the open and barred position. It would be helpful to have done work on the pentatonic scale, but not required.