2023 - 2024

K - 8 course Descriptions

8:15 Classes

 

Math Lab: In this two-semester course for early elementary students, we will experience math skills and concepts through the use of manipulatives.  Students will be exposed to aspects of math so they can see that math can be fun and useful to many areas of life. Math skills will be covered in a spiral approach form: number concepts, shapes, linear and capacity measurement, place value, time, money, addition and subtraction strategies, fractions, etc.  This class is designed to complement the grade level Math curriculum you will be teaching at home.

Course Details

  • 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: None

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): None

  • Homework: None

  • Internet needed for homework: No 

  • ​​​​​​Lab/Material Fees: None

Instrumental Ensemble: In this two-semester course, will concentrate on reading music, playing on pitch, and playing with correct timing.  The ensemble will then perform in conjunction with the elementary choir performance. We often play arrangements of familiar classical themes, hymns, Gospel songs, and folk music. Students are required to attend the end-of-semester performance which is generally scheduled for the final week of each semester. The specific date is scheduled by the beginning of each semester. 

Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters, plus one performance each semester. Class meets one day per week.

  • Prerequisite: Students must be able to play an orchestral instrument, be able to read music, and play at least at a beginner level (approx. Suzuki Level 1).

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): None. Music will be provided by the teacher.

  • Homework: time per week is individual to student

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Materials fee: none

Zoology I: This two-semester course is for early to mid-level readers. We will work from book 1 (Flying Creatures of the Fifth Day) of the Apologia Zoology series. Your student will be in awe of God's amazing creation as they learn of His amazing designs and purposes revealed in His flying creatures!! Successful students will be reading weekly, either independently or with a parent, and will also have oral reports to present to the class. Quizzes and tests will be grade-appropriate and can be accommodated to the needs of various reading levels. A favorite project/event for this class each semester is the creation and display of dioramas at our semester Student Showcase Night!!

Course Detail:

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: mid-level reading ability

  • Text (to be sourced/purchased by family): Flying Creatures of the Fifth Day*. Apologia, ISBN: 1932012613; or ISBN-13: 9781932012613 

    • Colorado Heritage has a limited quantity of this textbook available for a donation. Please contact the office at office@coloradoheritage.org for details. 

  • Homework: one hour or less per week

  • Internet needed for homework: optional

  • Lab Fee: $8

Jr. High Math: This two-semester course will cover arithmetic basics, rational numbers, decimals, percents, measuring length, area, and volume, simple algebraic equations, and integers.  After this, we will move on to longer algebraic equations, combining like terms, rational expressions, relations, functions, and graphing. 

Course Details

  • Two 14-week semesters. Class meets two days a week.

  • Prerequisite: mastery of elementary math facts

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): Pre-Algebra: A Teaching Textbook, version 2.0; ISBN: 978-0-9835812-2-2

  • Homework: one to two hours of homework per class period (2 to 4 hours per week)

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Material Fees: none

Art 3-5: In this two-semester course for grades 3 - 5, we will discover the elements of art and principles of design through our art and in the world around us.  We will explore a variety of mediums and talk about how God has made us each uniquely creative. 

 Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): none

  • Homework: none

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Materials fee: $8

9:15 Classes

Famous Americans: In this two semester course, students will be introduced to the lives and deeds of many extraordinary people from our American history. We will learn how God used them to leave a legacy for us today. Individuals include Benjamin Franklin, Daniel Boone, and Laura Ingalls Wilder to name just a few. Class will often include hands-on activities. Abeka’s Our American Heritage is the main source for the class.

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Pre-requisite: none

  • Text: none required

  • Homework: none

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Lab/Material Fees: none

Elementary Choir: In this two-semester course, we will be learning themed or seasonal music from a variety of genres for performance each semester. We focus on vocal technique, especially learning how to control pitch and dynamics. Students are required to attend the end-of-semester performance which is generally scheduled for the final week of each semester. The specific date is scheduled by the beginning of each semester.

Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters plus a dress rehearsal and one performance each semester. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): None. Music will be provided by the teacher.

  • Homework: none

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Materials fee: none

Junior High Art - Pencil Techniques: In this two-semester course for grades 6 - 8, we will explore the techniques that are used for graphic pencils, charcoal, and colored pencils. In the process of the class, we will also go into the shape of things and how to copy well pictures and real life. All these skills are to help us use the tools God has given us and also recognize the beauty in what God has made. There will be homework in this class at least biweekly.

Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Pass/Fail Class

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): none

  • Homework: 2 -3 hours per week

  • Internet needed for homework: yes 

  • Materials fee: $15

10:15 Classes

Knitting/Crocheting for grades 3 - 12: In this two-semester class, students will be guided in learning the skills of knitting and/or crocheting. Beginning students will start with the skills of yarn hold and basic stitches.  Each student will progress at his/her own rate through instruction and skill appropriate projects.  Students will also learn to read and follow patterns.  All materials will be provided to get started. The students may need to purchase yarn, hooks/needles, and notions for later projects. Knit/crochet class is for students in grades 3-12. 


Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): none

  • Homework: one to two hours per week

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Materials fee: $10.00

Art K-2 (ages 4 - 8) - Story Art: In this two-semester course, we will learn new ways to draw and color by - first, listening and looking at a story book each week, which will - second, show us style and communication. The fun story books teach us there are many different ways to draw and many ways to color. This class will be a fun way to develop art skills in your young children and give them an appreciation for storybook illustrations.

Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Pass/Fail Class

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): none

  • Homework: none

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Materials fee: $15

STEAM Story Time: In this two-semester course, story time is integrated with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills will also be a focus through hands-on activities, projects, and STEAM Challenges. 

Course Detail

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Homework: Instructions will be sent home mid-semester for a project to be completed at home and brought in at the end of the semester. A worksheet to reinforce a concept may occasionally be sent home. Completion of the worksheet is not required but encouraged.

  • Internet needed to complete homework? No

  • Textbook (source/purchased by family): none

  • Material Fee: $10

Beginning Spanish for grades 3-5: This two-semester class for grades 3 - 5 will be a fun introduction to the Spanish language using worksheets, Spanish/bilingual book readings, games, and flashcards to engage students in learning and memorizing vocabulary.  Basic conversation skills and a Bible verse will also be taught and practiced in class and encouraged to be practiced outside of class. 

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: able to read and write independently

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): none

  • Homework: minimal homework

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • ​​​​​​Material Fee: none

Creative Writing 3-5: We are all born with a story in our mouth, aren't we? Using the Excellence in Writing program, this two-semester class is designed to give students an opportunity to spread their imaginative wings while learning techniques to improve their writing skills.  Truly fun for both the willing and reluctant writer! 

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: Student should be able to write words and simple sentences independently.

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): None

  • Homework: Most work is done in class, but occasionally there is a small amount of homework, e.g., writing a story or poem.

  • Internet needed for homework: No

  • ​​​​Material Fees: $3

Junior High Literature: In this two-semester course for Junior High students, we will read through all seven books of C.S. Lewis’ outstanding children’s classic, The Chronicles of Narnia.  The student will read approximately four chapters a week (approximately 40-50 pages), but it is not difficult reading. Class time will include reader’s theater, thoughtful discussions of ideas, and occasional quizzes and short essays, along with memorization of specific literary terms and of one Psalm. This class should help your student learn to delight in quality literature and recognize good moral tone, as well as introduce your student to the giant literary figure of C.S. Lewis. 

Course Details

  • Two 14-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: mid-level reading ability and a willing attitude to learn

  • Text: The entire set of The Chronicles of Narnia. First semester we will read The Lion, the Witch, and The Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, and The Voyage of The Dawn Treader. In the last semester, we will read the last four books. 

    • For clarity, the students are required to use the same edition. Please use Christianbook stock number WW44280 ($28.99), the Chronicles of Narnia: 7-Volume Slipcased Softcover Set by Harper One, 1994, ISBN 0064471195 from Christianbook.com.

  • Homework: approximately 4 chapters per week, an occasional essay to write

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Material fee: none

11:15 Classes

Around the World: Each week in this two-semester class, the class will "journey" to another country to learn about the history and culture which defines it as a country. We will also explore a little about the religious culture of each country and how God is working there today. 

Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts: none

  • Homework: none

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Materials fee: $10.00

Beginning Sign Language: In this two-semester class, we will learn many signs. By the end of the school year, students should be able to have a brief conversation using sign language. We will discuss why the students want to learn sign language and what they can do with that knowledge. We will also discuss deaf culture and why understanding deaf culture is an important part of learning sign language. There will be quizzes and homework. 

Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): None

  • Homework: 3 1/2 hours a week (This equals to 30 min a day.)

  • Internet needed for homework: no 

  • Materials fee: none

Elementary Literature: Each week in this two-semester class, we will explore a chapter from Kenneth Grahame’s delightful classic, The Wind in The Willows, by utilizing Reader’s theater, occasional skits, and games, and 5-minute writings and quizzes. We will also memorize Psalm 121 and some literary terms in class. 

Objectives: To teach your students to delight in well-ordered and well-written imaginative stories and to notice the little things in nature…

Course Details

Creative Writing, 6-8: In this two semester class, join us as we explore and share our creativity through composition.  Using the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) curriculum as a base, students engage in various fun projects which exercise their imaginations while they learn structure and style. Tales, mysteries, limericks, rhyme - one never knows what we may be doing next!  So, grab your favorite writing instrument, and come along for some writing fun!

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: Student should be able to write words and simple sentences independently.

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): A thesaurus, any punctuation rule book

  • Homework: Most work is done in class, but occasionally there is a small amount of homework, e.g., writing a story or poem.

  • Internet needed for homework: No

  • Material Fees: $3

Beginning Spanish for grades 6 - 8: In this two-semester class, middle schoolers will learn basic Spanish vocabulary and writing/speaking skills in order to prepare them for Spanish 1 or to simply gain an understanding of the Spanish language. (This class will build upon and review vocabulary and conversation skills learned in Beginning Spanish 3-5, but the 3-5 class is NOT required as a prerequisite to Beginning Spanish 6-8. Each class may be taken individually or sequentially.)   

Course Details

  • Two 14-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: None

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): none

  • Homework: minimal homework

  • Internet needed for homework: Yes (Optional)

  • ​​​​​​Material Fee: none

New Testament Bible Times History for Kids: What was it like to live where Jesus lived? What did houses and landscapes look like? What would it be like to be a fly on the wall, so to speak, at the Sermon on the Mount? History can be fun! In this two semester class, we will learn about the life and times of Jesus. We will be studying Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. We will be using Drive Through History to go to the places where Jesus walked and talked. History will come alive!! We will learn what it was like to live among the Jewish people during Roman rule and when Jesus was born and lived on earth. We will discover how archaeological and historical evidence backs up what is written in the Bible. Toward the end of the second semester, we will be covering Jesus’s death, burial, and resurrection.

Course Details 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced & purchased by family; please purchase prior to class): none

  • Homework: none

  • Internet needed for homework: no

  • Materials fee: $10.00

12:15

Supervised Lunch For Students ages 5 - 7: Parents of students ages 5 to 7 are asked to either come in to monitor their children during the lunch hour in the main lunch room each week or enroll their children in Supervised Lunch.

1:15 Classes

PE (ages 4 - 8): This two-semester course is designed to help encourage teamwork, hand-eye coordination, and exercise. There are three life lessons which will be taught throughout the semester. The goal of incorporating these life lessons is to help encourage God’s truth and the relationship between body, mind, and soul.

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Pass/Fail class

  • Prerequisite: None

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): None 

  • Homework: None

  • Internet needed for homework: No 

  • ​​​​Material Fee: $5

The American Founding: In this two-semester class, students will be taught how America came into being. In the first semester, students will learn about the reasons for the American Revolution as well as about the conflict itself. The war will be examined on three fronts: the home front, the battle front, and the political front. During the second semester, students will learn more about the aftermath of the war and how the American government was established. In this portion of the class, we will dive more into the formation of the Constitution, political parties, and the ideologies of the Founding Fathers themselves. In both semesters, students will be encouraged to think through the subjects discussed based off of the facts presented by the instructor, sources from the era, and any research they conduct themselves. There will be a variety of projects including papers and a presentation.

Course Details

  • Two 14-week semesters. Class meets one day a week. 

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced and purchased by family):   

    • The Birth of America: From Before Columbus to the Revolution by William R. Polk 

  • Homework: About one hour a week.

  • Internet needed for homework: Not required, although students may find it helpful for research. 

  • Lab/Material Fee: none

Jr. High General Science: In this two-semester course, we will look at two major theories about the origin of the earth - catastrophism and uniformitarianism.  That alone should pique your curiosity!  We will study the scientific method and documentation of scientific results before moving into introductory sections of biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and astronomy. Selected labs will be performed during regular class times.

Course Details:

  • Two 14-week semesters. Class meets two days a week.

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Homework: 2 hours/week

  • Internet needed for homework: no, but may be helpful

  • Text (sourced/purchased by family): Apologia Exploring Creation with General Science, 2nd edition. ISBN 978-1-932012-86-6

    • Colorado Heritage has a limited quantity of this textbook available for a donation. Please contact the office at office@coloradoheritage.org for details.

  • Lab/Material Fees: none

Drama (Grades 4 - 12): During this two-semester course, students will learn elements of drama including developing our voices, understanding the stage and stage presence, portraying emotions with our facial expressions and body movements, and “becoming” a character.  We will use theatrical games to help us learn about acting.  We will also turn to Scripture weekly as we learn to act (and do everything else) for the glory of God.  Students should come each week ready to participate and full of energy.  

Course Details (Please see fall and spring semester details below course details.): 

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.  

  • Homework: Students will need to work on memorizing their parts for the plays.  They may also need to put together some minor items for costumes and props.  

  • To bring to class: Please have students bring a notebook and writing instrument to each class. 

  • Other: Each student will be required to lead a devotion at the beginning of at least one class period.  The devotion should include reading a Bible passage and an explanation of why they love that passage. The student will then lead the class in prayer. 

  • Internet needed for homework: no 

  • Text needed: no

  • Material Fee: none


Fall Semester Details: During our fall semester we will be working toward our final presentation of an adaptation of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.  Each student will have a role in this play and will be expected to memorize their lines.  Students will be required to attend any dress rehearsals that we have outside class time and also participate in the final performance.  We will not be performing with the elementary choir this semester.

Fall performance/rehearsal dates:

  • Dress Rehearsal - Friday, November 17 at 9:30am to 11:30am

  • Performance - Friday, November 17 at 7pm.

  • There may be additional practices required outside of class time, and, if so, TBA. 


Spring Semester Details: During our spring semester, we will be working toward our final presentation.  The presentation will be a play, but is still TBA.  Dates of rehearsal/performance are TBA.

Beginning Sewing: In this two-semester sewing class, we will begin with hand sewing and will continue into machine sewing projects. This class is open to a total of 6 students - 2nd grade through 8th grade.  

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week. 

  • Materials Needed: 

    • Students will need to have a sewing box in which to keep their projects, a good pair of fabric scissors, a seam ripper, a fabric marker, and pins. Please bring these items to class every week, including week 1. 

    • The instructor will provide all the fabric for the class. 

  • Prerequisite: None 

  • Textbook: None

  • Homework: None

  • Internet needed for homework: No

  • Material Fees: None

2:15 Classes

Advanced Chamber Ensemble: In this two-semester class, we will learn a combination of standard chamber music and hymn arrangements to perform in conjunction with the chorale performance. Material is selected seasonally or topically. Students are required to attend the end-of-semester performance which generally is scheduled the last week of each semester. We announce the specific dates by the beginning of each semester.

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters plus a dress rehearsal (session 13) and a performance (session 14). Class meets one day a week.

  • Prerequisite: Students must be able to play an orchestral instrument, be able to read music, and play at least at an advanced beginner level (approx. Suzuki, level 3).

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): None. Music will be provided by teacher.

  • Homework: None required, although practicing at home may be beneficial for some students.

  • Internet needed for homework: No 

  • ​​​​​Material Fee: None

WW1/WW2: In this two-semester class, students will be taught the basics of both World War I and World War II. In the first semester, students will learn the reasons for the lead-up to the conflict of WWI, In addition to the goals of the major powers. The war will be studied from three perspectives: the home front, political fronts, and the war front. Additionally, students will learn how and why the victorious powers were able to achieve victory but failed to achieve a successful peace via the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations. The second semester will focus on World War II, it's causes, and how it impacted the world. As with the first war, we will cover this war on three fronts: home, political, and battlefield. We will also discuss the lasting impacts the war had.

Course Details

  • Two 14-week semesters. Class meets one day a week. 

  • Prerequisite: none

  • Texts (sourced and purchased by family):   

    • The War to End All Wars by Russell Freedman; ISBN-13 : 978-0544021716

    • DK World War II Day by Day** by Sharon Lucas; ISBN-13 : 978-0789479976 

      • **Image redaction (using a black permanent marker) suggested for image on page 206

  • Homework: About one hour a week.

  • Internet needed for homework: Not required, although the student may want it for research purposes.

  • Lab/Material Fee: noneA

PE (ages 9 - 13): This two-semester course is designed to help encourage teamwork, hand-eye coordination, and exercise. There are three life lessons which will be taught throughout the semester. The goal of incorporating these life lessons is to help encourage God’s truth and the relationship between body, mind, and soul.

Course Details

  • Two 12-week semesters. Class meets one day a week.

  • Pass/Fail class

  • Prerequisite: None

  • Text (sourced and purchased by family): None 

  • Homework: None

  • Internet needed for homework: No 

  • ​​​​​​Material Fee: $5