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| English II for Grades 10-11 | |
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| Grade Level | 10th - 11th |
| Openings | Limited Openings |
| Day(s) and Time(s) | Mon 9:00- 9:55 |
| Campus Location | Friendly Educators |
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Course Name: English II for Grades 10-11 Grade Range: 10/11 Instructor: Callie Cornelius Email: cacorneliustutor@gmail.com Price: $290 for 28 weeks Course Description: This course is designed to teach students the two most prevalent writing forms used in college classes. The first semester will focus on argumentative essays, using the “Lost Tools of Writing” curriculum to teach outline methods, formulation of arguments, the proper flow of an academic essay, and more. The second semester will be spent on research essays through learning how to find sources, compile information, and write bibliographies.. In addition to essay writing, students will read works of American literature, working through foundational books and poems from great American authors. By the end of the year, students will have the ability to effectively communicate their ideas and the confidence to tackle college-level writing assignments. This course is a High School English credit for both Composition and American Lit. Course Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of writing, including sentence construction and parts of speech. Curriculum used by Instructor: Circe Institute’s “The Lost Tools of Writing Level 1 - Student Workbook” Books & Supplies required for purchase by families: IN ORDER OF USE: Circe Institute’s “The Lost Tools of Writing Level 1 - Student Workbook” (Approximately $40), The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway (Approximately $8); Walden by Henry David Thoreau (Approximately $8); To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (Approximately $9); A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court by Mark Twain (Approximately $10); The Crucible by Arthur Miller (Approximately $12); The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (Approximately $5). Homework Requirements: Students will work on research, outlining, and writing, in addition to weekly reading and study guide completion. Expect 3-4 focused hours a week outside of class. Duration: 28 weeks Grading: Percentage and Letter Grade Course Credit: High School English (Composition and American Literature) Teacher Bio: Callie Cornelius is a homeschool graduate and current university student pursuing a degree in Classical Civilizations with a focus in Latin at UNCG. Callie benefited from learning from a wide range of curriculum during her homeschool education, including Classical Conversations and Veritas Press. She is passionate about the homeschool community and providing families with the best education. This will be her fifth year teaching and her fourth at FE. Min/Max # of Students: 5 min/15 max Method and Frequency of communication: Weekly emails |
| Tuition | $290.00 / $0.00 for supplies |
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| English I for Grades 9-10 | |
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| Grade Level | 9th - 10th |
| Openings | Open |
| Day(s) and Time(s) | Mon 10:00-10:55 |
| Campus Location | Friendly Educators |
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Course Name: English I for Grades 9-10 Grade Range: 9-10 Instructor: Callie Cornelius Email: cacorneliustutor@gmail.com Price: $290 for 28 weeks Course Description: This class will utilize Circe Institute’s “The Lost Tools of Writing: Level 1” to teach students next steps in creating beautiful persuasive essays. Lost Tools of Writing teaches artful ways of constructing argumentative and persuasive essays to help students reason and write more clearly. This class is a natural next step for early highschool students who already have a basic understanding of IEW and/or essay writing. Students will receive grades and feedback on grammar, content, word choice, and mechanics. In addition to the curriculum, students will read a variety of short stories and poems to build appreciation for quality literature and to inspire their essays. This course is a High School English credit. Course Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of sentence construction and parts of speech. Curriculum used by Instructor: Circe Institute’s “The Lost Tools of Writing: Level 1” Books & Supplies required for purchase by families: Circe Institute’s “The Lost Tools of Writing Level 1 - Student Workbook” ($39) Homework Requirements: Students will work on perfecting outlining methods and writing to develop quality persuasive essays. They will also read a short story each week. Expect 2-3 focused hours a week outside of class. Duration: 28 weeks Grading: Percentage and Letter Grade Course Credit: High School English Teacher Bio: Callie Cornelius is a homeschool graduate and current university student pursuing a degree in Classical Civilizations with a focus in Latin at UNCG. Callie benefited from learning from a wide range of curriculum during her homeschool education, including Classical Conversations and Veritas Press. She is passionate about the homeschool community and providing families with the best education. This will be her fifth year teaching and her fourth at FE. Min/Max # of Students: 5 min/20 max Method and Frequency of communication: Weekly emails |
| Tuition | $290.00 / $0.00 for supplies |
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| Latin I for Grades 9-11 | |
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| Grade Level | 9th - 11th |
| Openings | Open |
| Day(s) and Time(s) | Mon 11:00-11:55 |
| Campus Location | Friendly Educators |
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Course Name: Latin I for Grades 9-11 Grade Range: 9–11 Instructor: Callie Cornelius Email: cacorneliustutor@gmail.com Price: $260 for 28 weeks Course Description: Latin 1 will introduce students to the language of Western civilization. An understanding of Latin is vital to mastery of English, as well as the sciences; it is the language of law, logic, politics, and theology. This course will introduce students to Latin noun and verb endings, parts of speech, and vocabulary with an emphasis on comprehension and memorization. Students will complete exercises and read real Latin passages in “Introduction to Latin” by Susan Shelmerdine to enforce learning and aid in understanding. Exercises will be graded and feedback will be given each week as students seek to understand the world by learning this crucial language. This course counts as a High School Foreign Language credit. Course Prerequisites: None Curriculum used by Instructor: “Introduction to Latin” Second Edition by Susan C. Shelmerdine Books & Supplies required for purchase by families: “Introduction to Latin” Second Edition by Susan C. Shelmerdine (Approximately $35) Homework Requirements: Students will complete exercises in the textbook throughout the week and spend time memorizing noun/verb endings and vocabulary. Expect 2-3 focused hours per week outside of class. Duration: 28 weeks Grading: Percentage and Letter Grade Course Credit: High School Foreign Language Teacher Bio: Callie Cornelius is a homeschool graduate and current university student pursuing a degree in Classical Civilizations with a focus in Latin at UNCG. Callie benefited from learning from a wide range of curriculum during her homeschool education, including Classical Conversations and Veritas Press. She is passionate about the homeschool community and providing families with the best education. This will be her fifth year teaching and studying Latin and her fourth at FE. Min/Max # of Students: 4 min/15 max Method and Frequency of communication: Weekly emails |
| Tuition | $260.00 / $0.00 for supplies |
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| Writing and Grammar for Grades 6-8 | |
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| Grade Level | 6th - 8th |
| Openings | Limited Openings |
| Day(s) and Time(s) | Mon 1:00-1:55 |
| Campus Location | Friendly Educators |
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Course Name: Writing and Grammar for Grades 6-8 Grade Range: 6-8 Instructor: Callie Cornelius Email: cacorneliustutor@gmail.com Price: $250 for 28 weeks Course Description: Using the Institute for Excellence in Writing’s “Following Narnia Volume 1: The Lion’s Song,” students will learn multiple forms of writing. We will go through nine units, including note taking and outlines, summarizing references, and inventive writing. While learning to write, students will develop their understanding of language by reading the first three books in C. S. Lewis’ famous series, The Chronicles of Narnia. Students will grow in their ability to write, their understanding of English grammar, and their appreciation for quality literature. This class will prepare students for High School English. Course Prerequisites: None Curriculum used by Instructor: IEW’s “Following Narnia Volume 1: The Lion’s Song” Books & Supplies required for purchase by families: IEW’s “Following Narnia Volume 1: The Lion’s Song” ($35); The Magician’s Nephew by C. S. Lewis (Approximately $8); The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis (Approximately $8); The Horse and His Boy by C. S. Lewis (Approximately $8) Homework Requirements: Students will create outlines, write papers, and read chapters of the first three Narnia books. Expect 2-3 hours per week. Duration: 28 weeks Grading: Percentage and Letter Grade Course Credit: Middle School English/Grammar Teacher Bio: Callie Cornelius is a homeschool graduate and current university student pursuing a degree in Classical Civilizations with a focus in Latin at UNCG. Callie benefited from learning from a wide range of curriculum during her homeschool education, including Classical Conversations and Veritas Press. She is passionate about the homeschool community and providing families with the best education. The Chronicles of Narnia was her favorite book series growing up. This will be her fifth year teaching and her fourth at FE. Min/Max # of Students: 6 min/15 max Method and Frequency of communication: Weekly emails |
| Tuition | $250.00 / $0.00 for supplies |
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| English III for Grades 11-12 | |
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| Grade Level | 11th - 12th |
| Openings | Open |
| Day(s) and Time(s) | Mon 2:00-2:55 |
| Campus Location | Friendly Educators |
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Course Name: English III for Grades 11-12 Grade Range: 11-12 Instructor: Callie Cornelius Email: cacorneliustutor@gmail.com Price: $290 for 28 weeks Course Description: English III will use IEW’s “The Elegant Essay” in the first semester to build students’ confidence and ability in writing beautiful, quality essays before college . The second semester will use IEW’s “Windows to the World: An Introduction to Literary Analysis,” focusing on reading and responding to assigned texts, a common requirement in college classes and a necessary skill in today’s world. Throughout both semesters, students will read classic works of British Literature to gain a greater understanding of and appreciation for the nation’s enormous contribution to world literature. This class counts as a High School English credit for both Composition and British Lit. Course Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of persuasive writing, including thesis statements and proofs Curriculum used by Instructor: IEW’s “The Elegant Essay” and IEW’s “Windows to the World: An Introduction to Literary Analysis” Books & Supplies required for purchase by families: IN ORDER OF USE: IEW’s “The Elegant Essay - Student Book Only” ($29); The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien (Approximately $12); Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (Approximately $12); Paradise Lost by John Milton (Approximately $10); Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (Approximately $9); IEW’s “Windows to the World: An Introduction to Literary Analysis” ($29); Macbeth by William Shakespeare (Approximately $6); A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens (Approximately $8) Homework Requirements: Students will work on outlining and writing essays using exercises in the IEW student book and instruction from the teacher. They will also complete various reading assignments and study guides. Expect 3-4 focused hours a week outside of class. Duration: 28 weeks Grading: Percentage and Letter Grade Course Credit: High School English (Composition and British Literature) Teacher Bio: Callie Cornelius is a homeschool graduate and current university student pursuing a degree in Classical Civilizations with a focus in Latin at UNCG. Callie benefited from learning from a wide range of curriculum during her homeschool education, including Classical Conversations and Veritas Press. She is passionate about the homeschool community and providing families with the best education. This will be her fifth year teaching and her fourth at FE. Min/Max # of Students: 5 min/15 max Method and Frequency of communication: Weekly emails |
| Tuition | $290.00 / $0.00 for supplies |
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