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Intro to Programming

This course aims to introduce students to the computer programming language Python. We will discuss why an understanding of programming is essential in modern society, cover the basics of constructing a program from a series of simple instructions in Python, and delve into practical uses of programming skills in various industries.  More advanced concepts like data structures, networked application program interfaces, and databases will also be covered.  Students will learn how to translate their knowledge of Python into other languages like Javascript and Go. Throughout the course we will also discuss various cutting edge topics including Mobile App Development, Security & Privacy, Opensource, Internet of Things, Big Data, Machine Learning, Blockchain, and others.

Instructor:  Dave Conklin

PREREQUISITES:

Students should have completed Algebra 1 and have some aptitude/interest in computer programming.  Actual programming experience is not required. If you have any questions, please contact me at conklins@gmail.com.

MATERIALS and TEXT:

We will be using Python for Everybody: Exploring Data in Python 3 by Dr. Charles Russell Severance and will also follow along with the related Coursera course offering.  We will supplement with a number of free online resources.

Students will need a functioning laptop they can bring to class.  This does not need to be the latest and greatest model! The laptop should minimally:

Have at least 2GB of RAM and 1GB storage

Boot up reliably on a Mac, Linux or Windows OS

Run a modern web browser with several tabs open without crashing/lagging

 

Personal Finance

Course Description

This class is designed to teach teens the basics about money, including the development of a personal budget, wise purchasing practices, managing credit and debt, the impact of career and family growth, and more. Students will engage in classroom instruction, assignments, and projects to hone their skills. The class is based on the “Beyond Personal Finance” curriculum developed by the previous instructor (Charla McKinley).

Instructor: Kevin Welch    kwelch@shepherds.org

Materials Required:  

Student workbook purchased separately. Check back here for an updated link.

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Springs Christian Theatre

Springs Christian Theatre is an extra curricular drama opportunity for public, private & home schooled students ages 8 and up to learn performance skills and teamwork through musicals and plays. Each semester class focuses on learning basic acting skills and culminates with a performance. For more information, contact Tiffany Schmidt at SpringsTheatre07@gmail.com.

Springs Christian Theatre presents…

“Acorns to Oaks”

Thursday, February 20, 7 PM – canceled due to inclement weather

Friday, February 21, 4 PM – New show time!

Friday, February 21, 7 PM

The Shepherd’s Church

6051 Tryon Rd, Cary

Enter through the WEST rounded portico and follow the signs to The Lodge – 2nd floor of Children’s Center.

Synopsis: This musical takes place at Promise Land Farm, where some farmers teach the Parable of the Sower to several farmhands who don’t know a thing about farming, or how it relates to the gospel. Using Matthew 13, the farmers teach the farmhands not only how to plant seeds, but also how to let the Word of God take root and grow in their hearts.

FREE Admission. It’s about 70 minutes long with creative characters, upbeat songs and a lasting message! A wonderful message for an audience of all ages. Hope you can join us.

Questions? Contact:

SpringsTheatre07@gmail.com

Facebook: Springs Christian Theatre

Instagram: springstheatre07

Tiffany Schmidt

Director, Springs Christian Theatre

“Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the ‘springs’ of life.” – Proverbs 4:23

Musical Theatre Class with Springs Christian Theatre

October 7, 2019 – February 24, 2020
Monday’s 3:30 – 5:30 PM
The Shepherd’s Church (The Lodge)
Ages 8-16
Production: final week of February

Parent info meeting and auditions/get to know each other group activities:
Monday, Sept 30, 3:30-5:30
3:30 – 4:00 parents & students
4:00 – 5:30 students only

Cost:
$10/audition fee (due Sept 30)
$40/month tuition (due Oct – Feb)

To audition:
• Email name & age of student by Friday, 9/27 to Tiffany Schmidt @ SpringsTheatre07@gmail.com
• Attend parent meeting @3:30 on Mon, 9/30 in Colonial Corners 
• If you are trying for a speaking role, come with minute or less monologue (poem, speech, character from a book or favorite movie) — You could also prepare something with a sibling or friend. — Have fun with this!! 
• If you are trying for a solo or duet, come with a minute or less song. (Any praise song you know well is great!)
• If not trying for speaking/singing roles, you do not have to audition alone. You can participate in the group scenes and song choreography.
• Only a small part of auditions will be singing/speaking.  Most of time will be group activities, getting to know each other, acting games, & learning song choreography.

Commitment/Volunteers: Each family needs to have someone available to commit to helping put on our production. Volunteers interested in helping with various areas are welcome to contact me.

Volunteers/Questions?: contact Tiffany Schmidt
SpringsTheatre07@gmail.com or tschmidt@colonial.org

English Grammar and Composition (EGAC)


COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This is a comprehensive grammar, spelling/vocabulary, and beginning writing course. The class is offered primarily to 8th and 9th grade students.


The grammar curriculum for this course is Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind (red book). This curriculum has been developed to exercise continuous review. Students can expect thorough instruction and practice in all areas of grammar including types of sentences, capitalization, punctuation, diagramming, all parts of speech, clauses, antecedents, modifiers, subject-verb agreement, verb tenses, and much more.
In addition to an extensive grammar focus, this course also provides instruction for writing beginning with the writing process and well-rounded paragraphs. By the end of the year, students will be able to put their writing knowledge into use by writing a five- paragraph essay and a personal narrative, as well as shorter pieces. This course also provides a vocabulary component so that students can grow their vocabulary and put their new words into use through their writing.


This class is worth one credit, and students can expect two to three hours of homework per week for this class.

Instructor: Laurel Solorzano laurelsolorzano@gmail.com

2 Texts:

Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind Workbook (Red)
https://welltrainedmind.com/p/grammar-for-the-well-trained-mind-red-workbook-2/


Writing by Spectrum
https://www.carsondellosa.com/704577-eb–spectrum-writing-workbook-grade-8-ebook-704577-eb/


You can also find these books on Amazon or at The Homeschool Gathering Place