SCIENCE CLASSES

COST: Class duration 2 Semesters ~ $150 per semester

We study the function of each system and how our food choices influence wellness. This is a 2 semester course that covers all aspects of health including anatomy, biology, nutrition and chemistry. Each week there’s opportunity to sample food as a tangible way to experience nutrients. We learn the why’s of what to eat, not just the “because I said so”.  My goal is to equip students to make the best choices for improved health and abundant living. This class satisfies the Ca state requirements for health.

Both male and female students 13 and older are encouraged to enroll.

TEXT:  Nutrition 101: Choose Life! by Growing Healthy Homes.  I have a limited number of books. This text is a
book that your family can use as a constant resource for improved health. It’s much more than a textbook.

CONTACT: Joanna Stewart at nspirehlth@gmail.com or 626-482-0139

SCIENCE-2-U

CLASS DETAILS:

ELEMENTARY CLASSES

All classes on Tuesdays  10:30 – 11:30 or 12:00 – 1:00  For all students Private Pay and Charter.

Classes taught by Marty Forte

**  WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING SINGLE SESSION REGISTRATIONS. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE FULL SEMESTER  **

Hands-on science classes for K-5th grade. The subject of study changes monthly with a mix of physical and life science courses. All supplies will be provided. No textbook is required.

More Detective Investigations

Wacky Weather

The Expanding World of Gases

Incredible Brain

Lights and Colors

Elementary Engineering

Chemistry For Kids

California Grunion

JUNIOR HIGH CLASSES

Cost of class: $400.00/semester

This course is for Jr High students (6th-8th) and is an introduction to the life sciences. We will cover

• cells
• genetics   
• mitosis/meiosis
• photosynthesis
• protein synthesis
• respiration
• the 6 kingdoms
• and human anatomy.

Each week will have a live lecture and hands-on lab. Textbook reading, homework questions, lab paperwork, and tests will be completed by the student at home. A science fair project will also be completed by each student during 2nd semester. A field trip may be offered.

Cost of class: $400.00/semester.

This course may be for late Jr High or early High School (8th-9th) and is an introduction to chemistry and physics. It is highly recommended that students take this class prior to high school chemistry and physics. A basic understanding of algebra (how to solve for one unknown) is required.

We will cover:

• the scientific method
• measurements
• energy and motion
• the nature of matter
• atomic structur
• the periodic table
• elements and their properties
• and interactions of matter like chemical reactions.
• Waves, light, and sound will be covered followed by electricity and magnetism.

Each week will have a live lecture and hands-on lab. Textbook reading, homework questions, lab write-ups, and tests will be completed by the student at home. A science fair project will also be completed by each student during 2nd semester. 

HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES

Grade Level 9-10 a-g certified (if charter approved) – two semester course

Cost of class: $450.00/semester.

This course is a high school level biology class. It meets a-g requirements. 

This class will include such topics as:

• intro to chemistry
• cell biology
• protein synthesis
• photosynthesis
• thorough coverage of genetics
• ecology
• classification
• a survey of the kingdoms including: archaebacteria, eubacteria, protista, fungi, plantae, and animalia.

We will also study human anatomy prior to our field trip. Each week will have a live lecture and hands-on lab. Textbook reading, homework questions, lab reports, and tests will be completed by the student at home. One long-term project and two practicum tests will also be included. A field trip to Southern California Health Sciences will be offered 2nd semester.

This course is a high school level chemistry class. It meets a-g requirements.  Each week will have live hands-on lab and an online Tuesday or Thursday lecture. Weekly homework, lab reports and tests will be completed by the student at home. Topics include: The structure of an atom, elements of the periodic table, chemical bonding, molecular structure and reactivity, mole concepts and stoichiometry, gases, solutions, acids & bases, reaction rates and chemical equilibrium, redox reactions and electrochemistry, and introduction to biochemistry and organic chemistry. 
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 1

 MONDAY     2:00pm – 3:00pm
                       in-person lab

And one of the following:

TUESDAY      8:15am – 9:30am 
                       (online lecture) 
OR

THURSDAY   8:15am – 9:30am 
                        (online lecture)

OR                  2:45pm – 4:00pm
                       (online lecture) 

Times for lecture are approximate. You must stay for the entire lecture. The lab will be repeated after the lecture ends. You are not required to stay online for that portion, but you are welcome.