Len Chase        pat-n-len@sbcglobal.net

269-349-4598

I became a Christian when I was 22, thanks to the determined efforts of my sister and two friends.  My wife Pat and I, met at Inter-Varsity
Christian Fellowship at Kalamazoo College.  God has blessed us with 28 years of marriage.  We have three children and our second
grandchild is due shortly!  We have home-schooled for 18 years.  

I worked as a teacher/naturalist at the Kalamazoo Nature Center for 12 years.  Then God encouraged me through some home school
friends to teach Christian-oriented science classes to home schoolers.  I started these classes in 1991, teaching full-time for 10 years
and part-time the past 5 years.  I also work full-time at a spice company in Kalamazoo.

Due to my work schedule, my two science classes meet every other week from September through March.  These classes focus on
Great Lakes biology and life science.  We emphasize projects and applied science, and use the text book mostly as a reader.

Physical Science - 14 and 15 year olds
A hands-on, experiment-filled class for high schoolers.  Content includes matter and motion, chemical solutions and reactions, acids,
bases and metals, chemical and physical changes, energy, levers and pulleys, sound and light.  Labs, experiment equipment, and
supplies are included.  Text:  Bob Jones Press - The Physical World  Fee:  $240  Meets
every-other Thursday.


Earth Science - for 12 and 13 year olds.
A hands-on class about God’s non-living creations.  Content includes astronomy, weather and atmospheres, minerals and ores,
hydrology, rocks and fossils, soil ecology, creation, mountains and rivers. Projects, collections, and experiments are important aspects
of the class.  Equipment and supplies are included.  Text:  Bob Jones Press - Earth Science   Fee: $240  Meets every-other Thursday,
the same days as Physical.



Jen Fransen       jennfranson@sbcglobal.net

Proverbs 3:3
“Do not let kindness and truth leave you; Bind them around your neck, Write them on the tablet of your heart.”

I am a grateful stay-at-home mother of 3 daughters.  I grew up in Traverse City attending my church’s private Christian school until 9th
grade.  After that we moved to Petoskey and I  changed schools every year.  I attended two different public highschools and two
different private schools.  College was much the same.  I went to Spring Arbor College for my first two years and finished receiving my
Bachelors of Arts from Western Michigan University.  I am grateful for these experiences that helped to strengthen and define my faith
for today.  However I had never experienced homeschooling.  After college I married my husband and eventually moved to Grand
Rapids to start our family.  My first introduction to the homeschool community came as we befriended a very impressive homeschooling
family.   The impact they had was life-changing because 5 years later, when our first was ready for school, we homeschooled!  That was
3 years ago and I now homeschool my two oldest.  
My passion for the Middle East is not so new!  Growing up my father was the pastor of a non-denominational church called Living God.  I
believe my faith grew independent from my parents at an early age.  And as I sat under his Biblical teaching of Israel, God began to
independently burden my heart.    By the time I was in college I knew God had a calling on my life with an unquenchable passion for that
land and people.  I then began a life-long journey of actively learning and being led. In the 11 years since I graduated college I have
completely jumped into this with both feet, locally and nationally.   

        In 1996 I attended an American Israel Policy Affairs Committee (A.I.P.A.C.) conference; hearing President Clinton and a multitude
of political leaders of that time.  

        In 2002 I became active with the local Jewish community and joined a Jewish/Catholic dialogue group.  (even though I’m neither
Jewish or catholic )

        In 2003 and 2004 I developed and taught a 3-week curriculum on Biblical Israel at Kentwood Community church to different adult
Sunday school classes.

        In 2004 I traveled to Israel for a 10 day tour with an organization called Stand With Us. www.standwithus.com

        Jan. 2007 I hosted a local event for the public titled: Know Where You Stand!  A Contemporary and Biblical Perspective on the
Middle East.   There were 425 in attendance to hear Nonie Darwish, www.arabsforisrael.com  and Israeli General Shimon Erem (retired)
www.icnexus.org.

        I now have the best opportunity of all – sharing my passion, knowledge, and experience with the next generation for God to direct
and change the world!

MODERN COUNTER-INTELLIGENCE:
THE HISTORY OF ISRAEL AND THE MIDDLE EAST


Prevent "hostile intelligence organizations": universities, media, elite  from stealing your critical thinking skills!!!!!
This class will empower you to know the TRUTH concerning the bible lands and people, articulating a clear biblical, political and
geographical understanding of the Middle East.
Biblical and historical accuracy vs. "Intellectual" ideology!!!!
Israel...Islam...terrorism....occupation.....all buzz words of global and national public opinion, impacting global and national policies.  As
you prepare to impact your world - refine your Christian world view - know where you stand and see what God is doing!!

Curriculum:  The curriculum we will be using for this course is based out of an organization called The David Project, www.davidproject.
org   The curriculum is currently being evaluated by Christian staff at the David Project and myself to tailor it to a Christian home school
audience.  So along with the workbook provided we will be spending most of our time in the Bible and researching, past and present.

To accomplish this:
        Workbooks will be provided   
        You will need your Bible                                                                                                             
        We will host outside lecturer(s)                                                                                                           
        We will have one outside activity with a local Jewish class.                                                               
        You will need one 2” 3-ring binder notebook/with dividers                                                     
        Occasionally the homework will involve online research, so access to a computer is a must.

Fee:  $10 copy fee


Bethany Graham         beth@tvcweb.com
(269)838-2436

I graduated from the University of Toledo with a Bachelor’s of Education degree in Language Arts and Social Studies, and a minor in
Spanish.  I have had the opportunity to teach and tutor in a wide variety of settings (including teaching in Chile while I studied there).  I
believe that God has given me a passion for teaching and learning languages (English, Spanish, or any language!).


Spanish
Learning a foreign language has many benefits.  In a world that is increasingly connected, knowing more about other languages and
cultures is becoming more and more important.  Knowing a 2nd language creates more job opportunities, and, even more importantly, it
allows us to reach more people for Christ.  Spanish speakers are the fastest growing people group in the U.S., and can be found all
over the world (yes, there are even Spanish speaking countries in Africa and Asia!).  The opportunities to use Spanish both in our own
backyard and all over the world are endless!

Spanish 1 (9-12)
Students will learn the basics of speaking, reading, and writing in the Spanish language as well as learn about the cultures of the people
who speak it.  Much of the class instruction will be done in Spanish so as to immerse students and help them build the necessary skills
to communicate in Spanish.  Students will be active participants in the class, continually putting their new skills to use.

Resource List:    
Spanish 1 by Bob Jones University Press.  ISBN# 978-1-59166-167-2  
                                                     
3 ring binder

3x5 index cards (approx. 300)

*Weekly homework will require use of the Internet (to be used for listening and speaking practice)

*Trips to the library will be required to complete projects.

Copy fee: $10

Spanish 2 (10-12)
Students will build upon knowledge gained in Spanish 1 and learn to communicate with Spanish speakers at an intermediate level.  This
class will be almost completely taught in Spanish and will also require active participation from students.  

Resource List:                                   
Spanish 2 by Bob Jones University Press.  ISBN# 978-1-57924-747-8    
                                                             
3 ring binder

3x5 index cards (approx. 300)

*Weekly homework will require use of the Internet (to be used for listening and speaking practice)

*Trips to the library will be required to complete projects.

Copy fee: $10

Journalism (11-12)
In this class students will learn about various types of journalistic writing and publications.  They will then get to put their knowledge to
use by creating a newsletter and the PTC yearbook.  This class is very hands-on and will teach students to put into use various types of
writing and publishing skills.  Tasks will include writing news articles, columns, and persuasive essays, as well as conducting interviews,
editing articles, creating page layouts using design software, crafting editorial cartoons, and much, much more.

Resource List:
How to Write Articles for Newspapers and Magazines, 2/e    by Dawn B. Sova   

Copy fee: to be determined

*Students must have access to a home computer and word processing program.

English (7-8)
This class will integrate literature, grammar, and writing.  Spelling lists will be assigned but completed outside of class.  For each unit a
type of literature will be read and analyzed, and then students will write in that style themselves. Students will focus on one or two
grammar skills for each writing assignment.  Students will read and write both expository and fiction texts, and end the year with a poetry
unit.  Improving writing skills is the major focus of this class and students will be challenged to learn that even reluctant writers can write
successfully.

Resource List (textbooks can be found online or at the Homeschool Bookstore):

Jump In:  A Workbook for Reluctant and Eager Readers by Sharon Watson,
Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc.  ISBN# 978-1-932012-74-3

Easy Grammar Plus Student Workbook by Wanda Phillips.  ISBN# 978-0-936981-14-7

Reading List (all of these books can be found at the library or online):

The Cay  by Theodore Taylor

Seedfolks by Paul Fleischman

Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse

***Others may be added and students will also choose several books to read and study during the course.
3 ring binder

**Students will need to make regular trips to the library to complete class assignments.
Copy fee: $15


Leisa Gustafson               leisa6@netpenny.net
616- 554-7018












"Establish thou the work of our hands upon us." -Psalm 90: 17
I accepted Jesus as my personal Savior as a young child and have watched in amazement His sovereign hand leading me. After
graduating from Michigan State University with a degree in Special Education for the Deaf, I taught the Deaf for several years in Lansing
Schools. After moving to Grand Rapids and starting a family, I decided to stay home and raise my children based on biblical principles. I
home school my seven children, interpret for the Deaf at my church, and have tutored ASL and history for fourteen years at Teenworks
and the more recently at the PTC.

American Sign Language - 9th-12th  grade
Introduction
In Matthew 28: 19-20 we are given the Great Commission. This is an awesome responsibility considering our worlds, diverse languages,
customs, and histories. Students will become equipped to carry the Good News of our Savior Jesus Christ to one people group in our
diverse world-the Deaf They will learn the language, customs, and biblical history associated with this unique group. Only eternity will
reveal how God has established the work of our hands in our community.

American Sign Language I (9th - 12th)
Students will gain an understanding of ASL, its vocabulary, grammar, Christian heritage, physiology and culture. Students will be
required to give their personal testimony in ASL by the year's end.
Text: A Basic Course in American Sign Language. Copy fee: $8.00 first semester.

American Sign Language II (9th - 12th)
Prerequisite: ASL I or equivalent.
Students will build on their knowledge of ASL and increase their understanding of hearing losses, Deaf culture, and occupations for
interpreters for the Deaf Students will be adept at translating Bible stories by year's end.
Texts: A Basic course in American Sign Language (same text as ASL I).
Deaf Heritage: A Narrative History of Deaf America Copy fee: $8.00 first semester.


5th/6th Grade History
Ancient History and Geography

This is where we all began! Join us as we navigate back in time, using the Bible as our compass, to study creation, the Flood, the Fertile
Crescent, the Ice Age, and civilizations long gone. We will study the Sumerians, ancient China, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Each class
includes geography practice and games.

Resources needed: (Tentative list)
Regular trips to your local library are essential to this class.
Bible (your choice)
Life in the Great Ice Age, by Michael and Beverly Oaard. ISBN 0-89051-167-5.
D 'Aulaire's Greek Myths, by Ingri and Edgar Parin D' Aulaire. ISBN 0-440-40694-3
The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, by Elizabeth Payne. ISBN 0-394-84699-0.
Quintus, by R. Weerstand (no ISBN # but available thru Veritas Press)

Copy fee is $14. Project supplies include a 2-inch 3-ring binder, 3-fold display board/poster board, colored paper, paint, markers,
colored pencils.


5/6 Science

God has created an incredible world for us to live in! Studying science we can see the hand of the creator in the world around us. This
year we will be studying many aspects of the physical world including rocks, fossils, matter, weather, sound and light and basic systems
in the human body. We will use experiments, collections and projects to creatively have fun with these topics.

Required resources:

Text:  Science 5 from BJU Press ISBN #1-59166-468-3
  Student 5 Activity Manual ISBN #978-1-59166-472-7

A 2-3 inch binder with 4 major dividers, access to various art supplies: poster board, markers, colored pencils....


7/8 Twentieth Century History

During the last hundred years our country and the world has gone through dramatic changes economically, politically, technologically
and morally. This year will begin with a brief overview of the end of the 19th century and intensive study of the 20th century ending with
the Persian Gulf War. Crafts, activities, research projects as well as oral and written reports will be accomplished in this class. The last
day of class we will celebrate with "Decade Days" presentations.

Resources needed:
The following is a tentative list of books needed for class. A $12.00 copy fee, payable to the tutor on the first day of class, is required

* Bully for You Teddy Roosevelt!-Jean Fritz
*Sergeant York and the Great War-edited by "Little Bear" Wheeler
* Stalin- Russia's Man of Steel-Albert Marrin
* Number the Stars-Lois Lowry
* (dustbowl?)
* America and Vietnam: The Elephant and the Tiger---Albert Marrin

Each student needs a 2 1/2 -3 inch binder, tabbed dividers and access to various materials: clay, poster board and colored pencils.
Library research is essential to this class.



Mrs. Hinkle      roberthinkle1@charter.net














The first thing I want you to know about me is that I LOVE TEACHING!  God has put a passion in me to reach and impact students for
His kingdom.  I love doing this.  As I look back on my life, I see God’s hand so clearly and faithfully.  He drew me to a relationship with
Him at a young age.  I attended Word of Life Bible Institute and Cornerstone University where I received my bachelor’s degree.  I spent
ten years teaching in a variety of settings including Christian, public and charter schools.  I loved each one for different reasons, but my
favorite thing was always the kids.  Following some unfortunate and tragic circumstances that God led my husband and I through, I
found myself without a classroom.  Since that time in the spring of 2002, God has led me to teach homeschool students which has been
the most rewarding experience.  It is a joy to work alongside parents in educating their children.  


10th Grade - American History

This will be an exciting and fast-paced class that will cover America’s past from the Mayflower to the post-modern age.  We will be
focusing on God’s hand in the forming of our nation and government.  Students will be expected to do much reading and writing each
week.  They will be challenged and stretched to apply themselves as they complete a variety of activities and projects including essays,
research reports, oral presentations, hands-on projects as well as other projects.  Students will also be engaging in in-depth discussions
about topics, events, and people that we study.  This will be a survey of the “big picture” in our nation’s history.  

Students should also expect that this will not be a boring history lecture class, but one that they will enjoy and learn much not only about
US History, but also about study habits, writing, and working on projects with others.  My educational background and experience
provide me with many tools to help your student achieve high standards in this class.  I love teaching and building relationships with the
students in my class.  I have enjoyed the past four years as I have moved from teaching in the Christian/Charter/Public school setting, to
working with homeschoolers.  The challenges are different, but I love the opportunitiy to work with each student who accepts the
challenge to be in my class.
There will be a $15 copy fee which can be paid to Kristen Hinkle on the first day of class
History

10-12th grade

Bob Jones United States History


3rd Edition 2004


Student Text 3rd Edition        1-59166-424-1

Student Activities                1-57924-643-5

Student tests                        1-57924-641-9


11th Grade - Government/Economics

America is a truly blessed nation!  Students will uncover the creation of our government, founding fathers, the constitution and rights as
citizens.  They will see God’s hand in creating our nation and their responsibility to be productive citizens.  They will work hard and
should expect to think and develop ideas about current events, issues, and policies.  They will need to defend themselves in writing and
class discussion.  This will not be a lecture style class.  They will be involved and I expect they will participate and put forth effort whether
it’s a small assignment or a large research project.  We will explore Government in the first semester and use the second semester to
cover economics.  Again, as we cover economics, it will not be a lecture format.  Students will be actively involved in understanding
economics and applying Biblical principles to their finances.  We will be doing many projects that will require research and analysis.  This
class will be run as a junior/senior level class.  

I plan on using Dave Ramsey’s principles and materials for economics.  Each student needs to send me $30 to cover the cost of the
materials for this portion of the class.  When I receive this I will consider you signed up for the class.  Students will receive a workbook
and materials to become effective managers of whatever God entrusts them.  Students may take just the Economics portion of the class,
which will run second semester.  Please contact me with any questions.

Texts:  Available at the Homeschool Building Bookstore and Online
Bob Jones American Government, Second Edition, 2005
Bob Jones American Government Student Test Booklet

A copy fee of $10 will be collected from each student to cover additional copies needed for this class.




Jennifer Jacobs      sleeplessinkentwood@yahoo.com


When I was eight years old, I accepted Christ as my Savior, and was so excited that I shared with my sister about Christ and she came to
the Lord the same day. We love that we share our spiritual birthday and have been encouragers and accountability partners ever since.
I received by Master’s of Education from the University of Toledo and taught at Emmanuel Baptist Christian School before I had my
children. As much as I loved teaching, I was so thrilled to be a mom and then to teach my own girls at home. My husband, Bill, and I love
that I can be home with our three girls playing, learning, exploring, training, praying and living. We have also been blessed to become a
part of the PTC group and love building relationships with the wonderful families here. I am excited to begin this next year!


Algebra 1/2:  
Using Saxon Algebra 1/2 as the textbook, 7th and 8th grade students will work through this transitional math program, moving from
concreteconcepts to abstract algebra.  There is much review of early concepts, and through the year we build little
by little to lead the students to a much higher level of mastery before beginning Algebra I.

Required:
Saxon ½ text book, 2-3 inch binder, paper, pencils.



Matt Lane           matt@lanewaves.com
616-827-0017
















Computers 1

I was raised in a Christian home and was led to the Lord at a very early age.  Through the varied ups and downs that God took me
through, he has proven himself faithful in every way.  I graduated from GVSU with a B.S. in Computer Science with an emphasis in
Information Systems. I have worked in the computer industry for the past 12 years and enjoy most anything related to technology.  I am
okay with being called a computer geek but not a computer nerd. I have served in my church in the youth department for 7 years and
amongst other things, I also support all things technology there.  I have three younger kids and have been married for over 11 years.  
I Peter 3:8-17

Computer Basics
What does the Bible say about computers?  How does the Bible govern our use of computers?  What does the Bible say we should use
computers for? We will inductively dig these answers out and many more as the students learn essential life skills from the Bible.  With
that foundation, the students will learn computing essentials.  

Topics Covered
•        The computer -  Hardware, OS (what’s included and what’s left out, the other OS’s), installing software, navigating in                      
windows/working with files
•        Internet  - Netiquette, safe computing, proper research, legal downloading, browsers and freeware
•        Microsoft Office 2003 -  Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Resources needed:  Laptop with Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Office 2003 (Word, Excel and PowerPoint specifically).  3-ring
Binder, colored pencils (12 pack), USB flash drive, Internet access.





Kim Malski                         malski7@aol.com

When studying chemistry I am amazed by our awesome creator. I hope to pass this on to your student. I have a Bachelor of Science
degree from Michigan State University. I have been tutoring home schooled students for 11 years. I am married and mother to five
children, which I have been home schooling for 23 years. Four of my children have graduated from highschool, three now have college
degrees.  Having taught preschool to senior citizens in different capacities I feel God has most gifted me to work with teens and I love
it!    

11th / 12th Grade Chemistry
Prerequisite: have successfully completed algebra and physical science, algebra II is very helpful
Text: Bob Jones Basic Chemistry Text (ISBN# 157924421-1) and lab book.  The lab book is available from the tutor the first day of class
for about $20, the text book is sold in the Homeschool Building's bookstore or www.half.com.

Lab Fee: $25.00 payable with first payment

Copy Fee: $7.00 payable to tutor the first day of class

Cost: $310 for the year

Chemistry class will be a two hour class, lasting the full year. The class will consist of lecture and lab. During the lab time the students
will perform many types of experiments using standard laboratory equipment and chemicals. The student will learn: the classification of
matter, atomic structure, use of the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical composition, structure of gases, liquids, and solids,
thermodynamics, reactions of acids, bases and salts, and will also be introduced to organic chemistry, and biochemistry. The student will
be expected to do 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours of homework a day.





Linda B. Namenye              freedomgroup6@juno.com
616-846-9149
16642  152nd Avenue
Spring Lake MI  49456

Linda Namenye has been home schooling for 20 years. She and her husband, Steve, have 4 children, three of whom have graduated
out of their home school and are now in college. Linda is very involved with her church's prayer ministry. She has a degree in Music
Therapy from Western Michigan University. Besides teaching at home, Linda also works part time with her husband in his tax practice.

Linda has also been teaching study skills to students for over 23 years. She focuses on skills that will help your student be more
organized while achieving better grades/understanding in the subjects they study.  

9th - 12th  GEOGRAPHY

We will be studying each of the continents to find out how they are uniquely made by God. This hands-on, active course will help high
school students know the locations of physical land formations such as rivers, mountains, deserts, etc. We will also discover more about
the people who live on each of these continents.  This class will go "around the world in 34 weeks" without leaving the classroom!
(Foreign field trips not included in this class.)

Books:
Abeka World Geography text book #12815
Abeka map studies booklet # 59862

Fees:
A copy fee of $15.00 made payable to Mrs. Namenye the first day of class.

Supplies:
3 inch binder with 9 tabs

Karen Plas     karenaboutart@yahoo.com

616-540-0741












* All of my classes listed below are designed so that it can be taken for several years without a repeat of artwork or
project. We may revisit some lessons in order to reinforce past instruction or theory, but the lesson concept and style will
differ greatly. It is very common to have repeat students for several years in one class in order to receive the maximum
knowledge and practice of skills.


The Lord has given me so many blessings and it is so wonderful that I have the opportunity to share some of what He has given me; my
passion for art, my love for the Lord, and the  drive to teach!  Ever since I was a little girl I have dreamed of either teaching or art.  After
4 years of art in high school, and studying  art / education in college, I was finally able to do them both!

The Lord led my journey through a public school,  a Christian middle school,  HSB since 2000, Grace Home School Association since
2005 and Koinonia in Rockford since 2007.  I am excited to now have the privilege of teaching at PTC.  

Teaching kids in the home school community has definitely been my favorite!  In addition to teaching and home schooling my own two
children who both graduate in May 2008, I enjoy using my free time in the summer to produce works of art for friends, family and the
public.  Some of my artwork can be seen at the James Store Gallery in Waukesha, WI and on my website  www.karenaboutart.com
And lastly, I also edit and design the newsletters for the Swedish American Heritage Society of West Michigan.   


Intermediate Art (5th - 7th)

Intermediate Art will have a higher concentration in drawing skills and painting with references back to the elements and principles of
design all encompassed with a variety of art history, cultural art and art styles and periods.
It is designed to give the student a small taste of many areas of art.

In class students will learn:

1.  How to use some professional art supplies
2.  Drawing and painting techniques
3.  Basic review of the elements and principles of design
4.  Color theory
5.  Art history
6.  Art vocabulary
7.  Basic 3 - dimensional design
Time is given at the end of the hour and a half class for cleaning up.

Also in addition to your child's class, your child's work will be displayed on Artsonia...the world's largest online children's art museum!
For more information about this please click here.

Many supplies are supplied by me.  There are however, some student supplies that will need to be purchased and brought back and
forth by the student. Supply List

Supply Fee $50

High School Art (8th- 12th)

High School Art will have a concentration of mastering the techniques of painting, drawing and 3 Dimensional Design with an
understanding of the periods of art history.

In class students will learn:

1.  How to use professional art supplies
2.  How to apply and use more advanced drawing techniques
3.  How to insightfully use the  elements and principles of design  in order to achieve a more advanced drawing.
4.  Color theory
5.  Art history covering period art and styles
6.  Art vocabulary
7.  3 - Dimensional design

Time is given at the end of the hour and a half class for cleaning up.

Also in addition to your child's class, your child's work will be displayed on Artsonia...the world's largest online children's art museum!
For more information about this please click here.

Many supplies are supplied by me.  There are however, some student supplies that will need to be purchased and brought back and
forth by the student.
Supply List

Fee $50

Drawing (8th- 12th)

This class is great for the high school artist who has had at least 1 year of high school art or would like to have a more challenging
experience in the area of drawing.
In class the student will learn:
1. Advanced drawing techniques; still life, line drawing, shading, composition and design, body and facial proportions, 1 and 2 point
perspective
2. Advanced color theory and texture techniques.
3.  How to use professional supplies such as Prismacolor Colored Pencils, charcoal, pen and ink, technical pencils and pastel pencils.  
4.  Create artwork covering art styles and periods.


Also in addition to your child's class, your child's work will be displayed on Artsonia...the wold's largest online children's art museum! For
more information about this please click here.

Supply List

Fee $50



Cheyenne Smith         chysmith@hotmail.com

(616)530-2281


Growing up in a Pastor’s home, I came to a saving knowledge of Christ at a young age.  It has been with amazement and awe that I have
seen Him work directly in my life to bring me to where I am today.  I attended both Cedarville and Cornerstone Universities and
graduated with a degree in Secondary English Education and Speech Communications.  I have taught in both a Christian and Public
High School, but after having my first child I decided to stay home and ‘teach’ my own children.  I have worked within the Homeschool
Community for the last five years tutoring students, teaching Literature/Writing Classes and teaching Choreography for the Homeschool
Performing Arts (HPA) program.  

ENGLISH I (9TH - 10TH GRADE)

In ENGLISH I we will be focusing on both Literature and Writing.  Each week students will be given assignments which include
components of:  grammar, composition and literary analysis/comprehension.  Material will be taught using a thematic approach with an
emphasis on both the spiritual and biblical implications for our lives.  

RESOURCES NEEDED:
The following is a tentative list of books needed for class.  We may or may not get to all of them during the course of the year.  A $20.00
copy fee, payable to the tutor on the first day of class, is required.

Required in class Reading:                                                                                 

The Chosen

Pride and Prejudice

Of Mice and Men (mild language and mature topics)

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

To Kill a Mockingbird

The Odyssey

Edgar Allen Poe Short Stories        



Each student needs a 2 ½ - 3 inch binder, tabbed dividers and access to various materials:  poster board, colored pencils, etc.  Library
research is essential to this class.

**Parents will be asked to grade the weekly grammar work at home.


ENGLISH II (11TH - 12TH GRADE)

In ENGLISH II we will also focus on both Literature and Writing.  Weekly assignments will include components of:  grammar, composition
and literary analysis/comprehension.  Our focus will be on British Literature seen through the lens of universal themes that speak to the
nature of humanity.  These themes will be explored extensively and biblical principles will then be applied to our understanding of the
true dilemma of mankind.

RESOURCES NEEDED:
The following is a tentative list of books needed for class.  We may or may not get to all of them during the course of the year.  A $20.00
copy fee, payable to the tutor on the first day of class, is required.

Required in class Reading:        

1984 (mature topics)

Beowolf

Macbeth

Hamlet

A Tale of Two Cities

Lord of the Flies

Wuthering Heights        



Each student needs a 2 ½ - 3 inch binder, tabbed dividers and access to various materials:  poster board, colored pencils, etc.  Library
research is essential to this class.
**Parents will be asked to grade the weekly grammar work at home.

SPEECH (9TH - 12TH GRADE)

This speech class is designed to help students gain both the skills and confidence they need to effectively communicate their ideas to a
group of people.  It will also focus on verbal and non-verbal communication, as well as listening and organizational skills.  As Christians
we have a responsibility to effectively communicate the Gospel to the world around us.  I believe this class will give our students the
necessary tools in order to do this.  

RESOURCES NEEDED:
The following is a list of the speeches that must be completed during the course of the year.  A $15.00 copy fee, payable to the tutor on
the first day of class, is required.

Introductory Speech
Impromptu Speech
Demonstration Speech
Informative Speech                 
Persuasive Speech
Oral Interpretation
Group Presentation

Each student needs a 2 ½ - 3 inch binder, tabbed dividers and access to various materials:  video camera, poster board, colored
pencils, etc.  Library research is essential to this class.  Each student will also be required to present one speech to a group other than
our regular class.  



Kendra Wineman       jade897@aol.com

616-696-2292

My first year with the PTC has been wonderful!  I LOVE tutoring physics, and am looking forward to tutoring algebra and geometry for
2008-2009.

I credit my parents and grandparents for leading me to become a Christian at an early age.  After I attended public schools for eight
years, my mom and stepdad began homeschooling me in 8th grade and continued through high school.  After graduation, I attended
Grand Rapids Community College and then transferred to Grand Valley State University, where I served as vice president of the GVSU
Physics & Astronomy Club and earned my Bachelor of Science degree in physics, with a minor in math.

In addition to tutoring with the PTC, I also enjoy working part time as a receptionist at a local retirement home and in my stepdad’s law
firm.

My husband and I live in Cedar Springs with our almost-three-year-old daughter.  I love to read, garden, and spend time with family and
friends.


9th Grade Algebra I

We will be using the 2nd edition of the BJU Press Algebra 1 Student Text, by Kathy Pilger (ISBN: 978-1-59166-643-1) along with the   A
scientific calculator (graphing-capable recommended) and general school supplies are required.

Algebra is an extremely versatile subject that has a multitude of practical and educational applications.  In this class, students will learn
about integers; real numbers; solving equations and inequalities; relations; functions; graphs; systems of equations and inequalities;
polynomials and factoring; radicals; quadratic equations and functions; and rational expressions and equations.  Algebra and the Bible,
practical applications of algebra, and probability and statistics are woven through each chapter.

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 requires the student to already be familiar with the properties of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division;
order of operations; decimals; fractions; ratios; percentages; factors and multiples; graphs; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and
division of integers and rational numbers; square roots; and basic area and volume.  A pre-algebra class is strongly recommended
before enrolling Algebra 1.  Algebra 1 is typically taken in 9th grade.

10th grade Geometry

We will be using the 3rd edition of the BJU Press Geometry Student Text, by Ron Tagliapietra (ISBN: 978-1-59166-347-8)   A scientific
calculator, protractor, ruler, and general school supplies are also required.

Students will learn about incidence geometry; subsets of lines, planes, and space; segments, angles, and measurement; proofs;
congruence; triangles; quadrilaterals; circles; area; space; volume; symmetry, transformations, and similarity.  Students will also be
introduced to basic trigonometry.  Each chapter emphasizes geometry and the Bible, analytic geometry, and real life uses for geometry.  

Prerequisite: successful completion of Algebra 1.  Geometry is typically taken in 10th grade.

11th grade Algebra II

We will be using the 2nd edition of the BJU Press Algebra 2 Student Text, by Kathy Pilger (ISBN: 978-1-57924-385-2) along with the   A
scientific calculator (graphing-capable recommended) and general school supplies are required.

Students will build on their Algebra 1 skills to learn more about operations; linear relations and equations; quadratic equations;
polynomials; systems of equations and inequalities; radicals; complex numbers; rational expressions and equations; trigonometry, trig
identities, and inverse trig functions; probabilities and statistics; and analytical geometry.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra 1 and Geometry.  Algebra 2 is typically taken in 11th or 12th grade.
Below you will find an alphabetical list of  5th - 12th
grade teachers with their personal history, class
description, supplies needed and contact information.
Supplemental Material:

Romeo and Juliet

A Separate Peace (some mild language)

Night (graphic depiction of the Holocaust)

The Screwtape Letters

Selected Short Stories and Poetry
Supplemental Material:

Heart of Darkness

Frankenstein

Animal Farm

Canterbury Tales (selections)

Jane Eyre
Contact Info