HEED Classes:
| High School Science | High School Math | High School Writing |
| High School History | High School Spanish | High School Study Skills |
| | High School Speed Reading
| High School SAT Prep | High School Art |
| Middle School Science | Middle School Writing | Middle School Historical Literature |
| Middle School Communications & Public Speaking| Middle School Study Skills| Middle School Art |
HEED Naples classes are not accredited nor is HEED Naples pursuing accreditation as a school, however if the high school student completes the assigned work to the instructor's satisfaction, the course should be recorded as a high school credit for that area of study.
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Parental Involvement: As with all home education classes, parents are the primary educators, administrators, and disciplinarians of their students. The HEED instructor is the tutor teaching the student in class, while the parent oversees and leads the student during the week. Parents will need to remain involved by: being aware of assignments, due dates, and student progress, as well as providing help for their individual student when needed. Keeping up on all assignments and handing in work on time is crucial for the success of the class and for the course to progress along throughout the year. Not all classes are offered every year.
Course: Physical Science
Instructor: Mrs. Rebecca Silva (mariposamommy@hotmail.com)
Cost: $250.00 (+ $30.00 Lab Fee)
High School Credit = 1 Credit Science with Labs
This hands-on course delves into such topics as the structure of the earth, the unifying concepts and processes of science, the structure and properties of matter, metric conversions, the chemical composition of air, the atmosphere, the chemical composition of water, the hydrosphere, the catastrophic plate tectonics model, weather, environmentalism, the physics of motion, Newton's Laws, entropy and conservation of energy, gravity, electromagnetic forces, atomic structure and forces, chemical reactions, radioactive forces, the nature of sound and light waves, stellar evolution, and an introduction to astrophysics. It builds the relationship between science, technology, society and real life. This is a high school science with lab class so there are many experiments which will need to be properly written up as instructed in the syllabus for complete credit.
Text: Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science Textbook and the accompanying Solutions and Tests Book. 2nd Edition
Homework: Expect approximately 45 minutes per day of outside work.
Back to TopCourse: Algebra I
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $320.00 (+ Materials Fee*)
For this cost, Sylvan math classes will meet twice a week, once on Tuesday during HEED, and again on Thursday from 1:30 - 2:30 at the Sylvan Center.
From formulas to equations, high school math can be overwhelming at times that is why we are very excited to have Sylvan joining the Heed program to teach math this year. Math is critical to your teenager’s success in school and in life, with college just around the corner, you will want to make sure your son or daughter has every advantage to build a solid grade-point average in math while developing a lifelong aptitude for real-world problem solving. Sylvan’s math program is designed to help students think mathematically and retain key concepts to build a foundation of understanding as coursework becomes increasingly challenging in high school and beyond. Sylvan uses their proven track record to teach lessons that are engaging, motivating and rewarding for students.
Topics that will be covered in Algebra I include:
- Linear Equations and Inequalities
- Linear Functions Writing and Graphing
- Linear Systems
- Polynomials and Factoring
- Quadratic and Exponential Functions
- Radical Expressions and Equations
- Rational Expressions and Equations
- Data Analysis
- Probability
Prerequisites A course diagnostic test is required for students wishing to register for this class. Use the Algebra I Diagnostic Test for this class. It can be found on the HEED "Downloads" page.
The purpose of a diagnostic test is not to pass or fail a student, but to show academic readiness. This gives the instructor a realistic view of the student's strengths and weaknesses of the subject matter.
Materials: *($99.00) Unlimited access to SylvanMathPrep.com is included in the materials fee and will be used daily to supplement the class. Therefore weekly computer access is necessary for this class. SylvanMathPrep contains thousands of online math lessons covering Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and SAT/ACT Prep, as well as the Textbook and Keyword Search tools! To view a demo of this great resource visit their website at www.sylvanmathprep.com
Homework: Students should expect about 20-30 minutes of math homework per day.
Back to TopCourse: Algebra II
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $320.00 (+ Materials Fee*)
For this cost, Sylvan math classes will meet twice a week, once on Tuesday during HEED, and again on Thursday from 1:30 - 2:30 at the Sylvan Center.
From formulas to equations, high school math can be overwhelming at times that is why we are very excited to have Sylvan joining the Heed program to teach math this year. Math is critical to your teenager’s success in school and in life, with college just around the corner, you will want to make sure your son or daughter has every advantage to build a solid grade-point average in math while developing a lifelong aptitude for real-world problem solving. Sylvan’s math program is designed to help students think mathematically and retain key concepts to build a foundation of understanding as coursework becomes increasingly challenging in high school and beyond. Sylvan uses their proven track record to teach lessons that are engaging, motivating and rewarding for students.
Topics that will be covered in Algebra II include:
- Equations and Inequalities
- Systems of Equations and Inequalities
- Polynomials
- Exponents and Exponential Functions
- Quadratic Equations and Functions
- Imaginary and Complex Numbers
- Trigonometry
- Statistics and Probability
Prerequisites A course diagnostic test is required for students wishing to register for this class. Use the Algebra II Diagnostic Test for this class. It can be found on the HEED "Downloads" page.
The purpose of a diagnostic test is not to pass or fail a student, but to show academic readiness. This gives the instructor a realistic view of the student's strengths and weaknesses of the subject matter.
Materials: *($99.00) Unlimited access to SylvanMathPrep.com is included in the materials fee and will be used daily to supplement the class. Therefore weekly computer access is necessary for this class. Sylvan MathPrep contains thousands of online math lessons covering Pre-Algebra, Algebra1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and SAT/ACT Prep, as well as the Textbook and Keyword Search tools! To view a demo of this great resource visit the website at www.sylvanmathprep.com
Homework: Students should expect about 20-30 minutes of math homework per day.
Back to TopCourse: Geometry
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $320.00 (+ Materials Fee*)
For this cost, Sylvan math classes will meet twice a week, once on Tuesday during HEED, and again on Thursday from 1:30 - 2:30 at the Sylvan Center.
From formulas to equations, high school math can be overwhelming at times that is why we are very excited to have Sylvan joining the Heed program to teach math this year. Math is critical to your teenager’s success in school and in life, with college just around the corner, you will want to make sure your son or daughter has every advantage to build a solid grade-point average in math while developing a lifelong aptitude for real-world problem solving. Sylvan’s math program is designed to help students think mathematically and retain key concepts to build a foundation of understanding as coursework becomes increasingly challenging in high school and beyond. Sylvan uses their proven track record to teach lessons that are engaging, motivating and rewarding for students.
Topics that will be covered in Geometry include:
- Reasoning, Lines, and Angles
- Properties of Triangles and Quadrilaterals
- Properties of Circles and Three-Dimensional Figures
- Similar Triangles and Transformations
- Advanced Triangle Applications
Prerequisites A course diagnostic test is required for students wishing to register for this class. Use the Geometry Diagnostic Test for this class. It can be found on the HEED "Downloads" page.
The purpose of a diagnostic test is not to pass or fail a student, but to show academic readiness. This gives the instructor a realistic view of the student's strengths and weaknesses of the subject matter.
Materials: *($99.00) Unlimited access to SylvanMathPrep.com is included in the materials fee and will be used daily to supplement the class. Therefore weekly computer access is necessary for this class. Sylvan MathPrep contains thousands of online math lessons covering Pre-Algebra, Algebra1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and SAT/ACT Prep, as well as the Textbook and Keyword Search tools! To view a demo of this great resource visit the website at www.sylvanmathprep.com
Homework: Students should expect about 20-30 minutes of math homework per day.
Back to TopHEED High School writing classes provide a unique opportunity for students to develop competency in several different areas of writing and communications. Presentations and peer critiques, which are requirements for both classes, serve to develop the student’s ability to give and take criticism in a non-threatening environment. Current, interesting topics combined with step-by-step, basic writing instruction will challenge the students' minds and develop their skills.
Course: Logic Level Writing (8th and up)
Instructor: LeeAnn Thomas (write.now.lat@gmail.com)
Cost: $150.00 - One Semester - Fall Course
High School Credit = 1/2 Credit Writing
“Children who are free to play with words will fall in love with words; time, maturity, and life will help them balance creativity, eloquence, and conciseness.”
--A. Pudewa, Institute for Excellence in Writing
HEED writing classes frequently “feel” more like play than work! Students in Logic Level writing learn and apply tools for presenting ideas in an organized and interesting manner. Essay construction will be emphasized, using the imitation method, with some creative aspects “thrown-in” for good-measure! Enjoyable class activities give students the confidence and motivation to tackle homework on their own.
Homework: Students should expect approximately 20-30 minutes of writing homework per day to prepare for this class.
Back to TopCourse: Rhetoric Level Writing (10th and up)
Instructor: LeeAnn Thomas (write.now.lat@gmail.com)
Cost: $150.00 - One Semester - Spring Course
High School Credit = 1/2 Credit Writing
“It is okay, in fact good, for children to be bold with words—even to an extreme. We don’t know what they will be called to do in life.”
--A. Pudewa, Institute for Excellence in Writing
In Rhetoric Level writing, students are exposed to a number of upper level disciplines; public speaking, essay writing and debate-- without the fear and humility which students (and parents) often associate with these subjects. As home educators and Christians we place a high value on thinking and reasoning. By utilizing a Classical Rhetoric approach, students will learn more than the forms and functions of writing. It is my goal to encourage student to boldly and clearly express and defend their ideas concerning issues facing society today. (Note: Internet research will be required for this class.)
Homework: Students should expect approximately 20-30 minutes of writing homework per day to prepare for this class.
Back to TopCourse: Exploring America
Instructor: Julie Yamin (trinityconsulting@embarqmail.com)
Cost: $280.00
High School Credit = 1 Credit American History
Course Description: Exploring America© is a high school curriculum combining American History, Literature, and Bible. It helps students gain a fuller understanding of our nation's past as they study the history narrative from a Biblical perspective and read American literature. This curriculum offers optional credit in English and Bible. It would be up to the parents to require completion of optional assignments.
Additional Reading: Students will be assigned additional reading over the course of the academic school year to enhance the learning experience. The titles will be chosen for compatibility to audiovisual reinforcement, and may include one or more of the following: Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Little Women, In His Steps, and Humorous Stories and Sketches. Titles will be provided before classes begin in the fall.
Textbooks: www.notgrass.com 1) Exploring America Curriculum Package includes Exploring America Volume 1 (Columbus to Reconstruction), Exploring America Volume 2 (Late 1800s to the Present), and American Voices (Collection of Documents); and 2) Exploring America Quiz and Exam Pack. These textbooks can also be purchased at www.deeperdiscount.com at discounted price
Homework: Students should expect approximately 20-30 minutes of homework per day - depending on their reading speed.
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Course: Breaking the Spanish Barrier-Level 2©
Instructor: Mrs. Julie Yamin (trinityconsulting@embarqmail.com)
Cost: $280.00
High School Credit = 1 Credit Foreign Language
Course Description: Breaking the Spanish Barrier-Level 2 is a high school foreign language curriculum that builds upon the foundation established in Spanish Level 1, beginning with an extensive review of Level 1 material, and introducing new thematic vocabulary, more advanced grammar concepts, more complex pronouns, informal commands, and comparisons, and challenging oral exercises.
Course Length: Breaking the Spanish Barrier-Level 2 is designed to facilitate one year of foreign language instruction in Spanish. The student workbook is divided into 12 chapters and each chapter consists of approximately 25 pages of vocabulary, grammar, written exercises, oral exercises, and exam reviews. A test packet containing 12 exams and an answer key for correction is also used.
Textbooks: www.tobreak.com 1) Breaking the Barrier Self-Learner Package (ISBN 0-9758573-6-3) containing Student Edition, Answer Key Booklet, Double Audio CD Set, and Spanish Oasis Package; and 2) Teacher Test Packet (ISBN 0-9728570-2-8). To order, call via telephone (866.862.7325), fax using the website form (978.448.1237), or e-mail at orders@tobreak.com.
Homework: Depending on how quickly a student grasps the concepts presented in the course materials and how much time he or she dedicates to a given assignment, a student may need an average of 30 to 45 minutes for each daily lesson. A course syllabus will be provided at the beginning of the academic school year detailing the breakdown of homework assignments and due dates.
Back to TopCourse: High School Study Skills
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $110.00 One Semester - Spring Course (+ Workbook Fee*)
High School Credit = 1/2 Credit Study Skills
Does your teenager need help with study and organizational skills? With Sylvan’s study skills program, we will help your teenager learn how to manage time and daily coursework with ease. This course will include instructions on how to increase reading speed, along Organization and time management with how to read for skimming, scanning and studying. From discovering the right techniques needed to take notes and study for your individual learning style to completing research for papers and assignments, our study skills program will help your teenager become a better student in high school – and beyond. This one semester class will help with the following skills:
- Organization and time management
- Note-taking
- Test-taking strategies
- On-line learning & more
- Learn to increase reading rate
- Efficient reading for skimming, scanning and studying
- And more
*Workbook fee: *($30.00)
Homework: There will be no homework assigned for this class however; students should apply the techniques learned to other classes. A Sylvan Study Skills workbook will be used in class.
Back to TopCourse: High School Speed Reading
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $110.00 One Semester - Fall Course (+ Materials Fee*)
Being Able to read faster and with greater comprehension is critical in high school, college, and life. Sylvan's unique approach is designed to help your child deal with an increased workload by mastering skills that dramatically increase reading speed, inprove comprehension and enhance retention.
Skills learned in the program help students cover more course work in less time, allowing them to achieve greater academic success and score higher on college entrance exams.
Sylvan's Speed Reading program will:
- Identify and eliminate poor reading habits
- Increase reading speed, comprehension, and recall
- Develop a strategy for attacking longer texts
- And much more...
Give your teanager's SAT* or ACT® score a boost with improved reading skills.
Reading is an important skill your teanager needs for SAT or ACT success. Consider the following:
- SAT reading passages can be 100 to 850 words.
- Forty eight passage-based critical reading questions need to be answered on the SAT.
- The ACT reading test consists of 40 questions that need to be answered in only 35 minutes.
Source: CollegeBoard.com and ACT.org
*Materials fee: *($45.00)
Homework: There will be no homework assigned for this class however; students should apply the techniques learned to other classes.
Back to TopCourse: Verbal/Essay SAT Test Prep
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $145.00 (+ $32.00 SAT Book Fee)
Fall Semester
Sylvan is nationally recognized as a leader in SAT*/ACT preparation. Sylvan's college test preparation course has proven to significantly increase tests scores to help students get into the college or university of their choice. Students of all test-taking abilities benefit from Sylvan's highly personalized and targeted approach that focuses on the exact skills needed to successfully answer test questions.
Why Sylvan SAT prep?
Personalized learning is the key to the Sylvan Prep advantage. Our teachers provide personalized attention to help each student score up to his/her potential. We'll show you how to develop your unique plan of attack to maximize your score. You'll receive everything from our specially designed verbal course book as well as 3 computer analyzed practice tests.
Students of all test-taking abilities will benefit from Sylvan's targeted approach as it focuses on learning shortcuts, checking strategies and other techniques for working more quickly and efficiently on the SAT/ACT tests. (This class may be appropriate for the 10th grade student.)
Our teachers are subject area experts, superb motivators and personal success coaches. We use proven techniques to bring you up to peak performance level; on test day, you'll be ready!
Impact
- Improve Content Knowledge
- Develop Reasoning Skills
- Learn Test Taking Techniques
- Manage Test Anxiety
- Enhance Test Day Performance
Homework: There will be an hour of homework per week. Students will be given 3 practice tests throughout the semester for each SAT class.
Back to TopCourse: Math SAT Test Prep
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $145.00 (+ $32.00 SAT Book Fee)
Spring Semester
Sylvan is nationally recognized as a leader in SAT*/ACT preparation. Sylvan's college test preparation course has proven to significantly increase tests scores to help students get into the college or university of their choice. Students of all test-taking abilities benefit from Sylvan's highly personalized and targeted approach that focuses on the exact skills needed to successfully answer test questions.
Why Sylvan SAT prep?
Personalized learning is the key to the Sylvan Prep advantage. Our teachers provide personalized attention to help each student score up to his/her potential. We'll show you how to develop your unique plan of attack to maximize your score. You'll receive everything from our specially designed math course book as well as 3 computer analyzed practice tests.
Students of all test-taking abilities will benefit from Sylvan's targeted approach as it focuses on learning shortcuts, checking strategies and other techniques for working more quickly and efficiently on the SAT/ACT tests.
Our teachers are subject area experts, superb motivators and personal success coaches. We use proven techniques to bring you up to peak performance level; on test day, you'll be ready!
Impact
- Improve Content Knowledge
- Develop Reasoning Skills
- Learn Test Taking Techniques
- Manage Test Anxiety
- Enhance Test Day Performance
Homework: There will be an hour of homework per week. Students will be given 3 practice tests throughout the semester for each SAT class.
Back to TopCourse: Mixed Media Art
Instructor: Gena Smith (gls523@comcast.net)
Cost: $220.00 Full Year (+ $70.00 Supply Fee)
$110.00 One Semester (+ $35.00 Supply Fee)
Full Year Course = 1 Credit
One Semester Course = 1/2 Credit
Art education is an excellent venue for learning problem solving skills as well as refining cognitive skills. The goal of this program is to provide every child with an opportunity to express himself/herself through art while learning a variety of techniques and working with a variety of media. Students will gain an understanding of the elements of art and the principals of design though many multi-sensory experiences. The projects will develop skills though drawing, painting, watercolor, mixed media/ collage, clay, etc. Art appreciation and artist study is also included during the course of the year. Students can choose to take the full year course or one semester.
First Semester Media
- Pencil & Charcoal
- Oil Pastel
- Chalk Pastel
- Acrylic Paint
- Sculpting
Second Semester Media
- Colored Pencil
- Water Color
- Block Printing
- Collage / Mixed Media
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Course: Earth Science
Instructor: Mrs. Rebecca Silva (mariposamommy@hotmail.com)
Cost: $220.00 (+ $25.00 Lab Fee)
This course will take a hands-on approach to uncovering the vastness of God's world. Investigations in the first semester will include planets, sun, moon and stars as well as meteorology and climate. The activities and experiments are designed to teach the “scientific method” as children observe record information, discuss, and form conclusions. Solidly grounded in Scripture and attaining to a Creation World View this study will help strengthen your student’s faith by showing how science consistently supports the Bible’s written record. Students will learn how to think critically as we look at and examine geology, earthquakes, topography, and fossils...It doesn't get much more exciting than that!!!
Text: God's Design for Heaven and Earth; (Includes three books) Our Universe, Our Planet Earth,and Our Weather and Water - by Debbie & Richard Lawrence.
Homework: Students should expect approximately 30 minutes of homework per day to be prepared for this class
Back to TopCourse: Effective Writing (Grades 6-8)
Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Kamen (kamentutor@aol.com)
Cost: $220.00
This course is perfect for your developing writer! Using the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Structure & Style format we will work on the techniques and strategies that produce great writers. The course will focus on developing each student into a strong writer by using the six traits of writing: content, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions. Students will practice all types of writing including descriptive, expository, persuasive, and narrative. Alternating between fiction and non-fiction, students will also have the opportunity to learn a variety of skills including; key-word outlines, summarizing from notes, story sequence, critiquing, and summarizing references. This course will help even the most reluctant writers enjoy the process!
Text: No textbook necessary ($15.00 materials fee)
Homework: Students should expect approximately 20 minutes of writing homework per day to prepare for this class.
Back to TopMiddle School Historical Literature
Course: Historical Literature (Grades 6-8)
Instructor: Mrs. Michelle Kamen (kamentutor@aol.com)
Cost: $220.00 Full Year / $110.00 One Semester
Join us on a reading journey through history! Students will be challenged with a variety of skills such as; book talks, researching related topics, vocabulary, comparing and contrasting, historical facts, character traits, reflection, fact vs. fiction and many more topics. These activities and lessons are designed to instill an excitement and enjoyment of reading while allowing them to develop their own powers of observation, deduction, and evaluation. This Socratic Method teaches students how to think and express their thoughts a powerful skill that will remain with them for a lifetime. Additionally, students will become familiar with general literary terms including characterization, irony, conflict, point of view, theme, and tone.
Text: Fall Semester: THE CAY (By Theodore Taylor), and ACROSS FIVE APRILS (By Irene Hunt)
Spring Semester: TBA
Homework: Students will be required to keep up with readings and related activities. Approximately one hour a week depending on their reading speed.
Back to TopMiddle School Communications & Public Speaking
Course: Communications & Public Speaking (Grades 6-8)
Instructor: Lee Ann Thomas (write.now.lat@gmail.com)
Cost: $150.00 - One Semester - Spring Course
It has been said, "A bad idea communicated well is more effective than a good idea communicated poorly."
Unfortunately this is not only true--but dangerous. For this reason it is critical that our children learn effective communication skills in both the written and spoken word. This class is designed for children "new" to public speaking. Students will participate in fun, challenging speech activities each week, designed to develop confidence in a nurturing and non-threatening way. Important communication skills will be practiced during each class: organization, listening, body language, poise and vocal quality will be emphasized. Assignments will range from informative pieces, such as an autobiography with props----to persuasive pieces, such as promotional advertising for a favorite restaurant or attraction. Examples of each assignment will be modeled in class in order to give the student a clearer idea of what is expected. Students are not required to fully memorize speeches, but practice with notes is suggested.
Homework: Students should expect approximately 20-30 minutes of homework per day to prepare for this class.
Back to TopCourse: Middle School Study Skills
Instructor: Sylvan Tutors
Cost: $110.00 - One semester - Fall Course (+ Workbook Fee*)
Does your student need help with study and organizational skills? With Sylvan’s study skills program, we will help your student learn how to manage time and daily coursework with ease. This course will include instructions on how to increase reading speed, along with how to read for skimming, scanning and studying. From discovering the right techniques needed to take notes and study for your individual learning style to completing research for papers and assignments, our study skills program will help them become a better student in high school – and beyond. This one semester class will help with the following skills:
- Note-taking
- Test-taking strategies
- On-line learning and more
- Learn to increase reading rate
- Efficient reading for skimming, scanning and studying
- And more
*Workbook fee: *($30.00)
Homework: There will be no homework assigned for this class however; students should apply the techniques learned to other classes. A Sylvan Study Skills workbook will be used in class.
Back to TopCourse: Mixed Media Art
Instructor: Gena Smith (gls523@comcast.net)
Cost: $220.00 Full Year (+ $70.00 Supply Fee)
$110.00 One Semester (+ $35.00 Supply Fee)
Art education is an excellent venue for learning problem solving skills as well as refining cognitive skills. The goal of this program is to provide every child with an opportunity to express himself/herself through art while learning a variety of techniques and working with a variety of media. Students will gain an understanding of the elements of art and the principals of design though many multi-sensory experiences. The projects will develop skills though drawing, painting, watercolor, mixed media/ collage, clay, etc. Art appreciation and artist study is also included during the course of the year. Students can choose to take the full year course or one semester.
First Semester Media
- Pencil & Charcoal
- Oil Pastel
- Chalk Pastel
- Acrylic Paint
- Sculpting
Second Semester Media
- Colored Pencil
- Water Color
- Block Printing
- Collage / Mixed Media
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