Cost: $110 per semester

Supply Fee: $15 per semester

Requirements: Ages 10+ and 5-6th grade

Time: 1:30 -2:45 pm

Class Size: 5 minimum/21 maximum

Instructor: Stacey Baker

Curriculum: None

This course will study the fundamentals of drawing using four basic mediums: graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, and pastels (oil and chalk). We will use a variety of techniques to study line, form, volume, texture, space and value through popular subjects such as still life, portraiture, animals, figure drawing and landscapes. We will also learn how to frame and matte our finished artworks for a final display. 

*Note - Elementary Art class is on a two year rotation and can be taken for two years before technique is repeated. Also, semester 2 often builds on semester 1, but a student can successfully take either semester individually.

Cost: $235

Supply Fee: $15

Requirements: Ages 10+ and 5-6th grade

Time: 11:00 – 11:55 am

Class Size: 6 minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Ashley Cole

Curriculum: 

Curriculum Link: 

Cost: $235

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Ages 10+ and 5-6th grade

Time: 10:00 – 10:55 am

Class Size: 5 minimum/15 maximum

Instructor: Darby Smith

Curriculum: Please purchase the following books or have them checked out of the library when needed. The order of the books and date they are needed will be given by the first class. 

Booklist: Because of Winn Dixie, By the Great Horn Spoon, Esperanza Rising, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Tuck Everlasting

This class will help students develop a love for good literature using classic books of varying genres. The students will need Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo, By the Great Horn Spoon by Sid Fleischman, Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis and Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt. Students will learn about literature fundamentals and weekly reading assignments will be given. Homework will vary with the use of study guides, creative projects, and individual presentation work. Periodic quizzes and tests will assess comprehension and application of the material, along with engaging and fun group discussions. 

Cost: $235

Supply Fee: $20

Requirements: Ages 10+ and 5-6th grade

Time: 12:30 – 1:25 pm

Class size: 5 minimum/24 maximum

Instructor: Julie Moledor

Curriculum: Science in the Beginning, by Jay Wile

Curriculum Link: https://www.christianbook.com/science-in-the-beginning/jay-wile/9780989042406/pd/042406?event=ESRCG

Science in the Beginning introduces scientific concepts using history as its guide. The beginning of history is given in the Bible's creation account, and this book uses the days of creation as a way of introducing a wide range of scientific concepts including the nature of light, energy conservation, the properties of air and water, introductory botany, our solar system, basic zoology, and some aspects of human anatomy and physiology. As the students learn about these scientific concepts, they are constantly reminded of the Creator who fashioned the marvels they are studying, and focusing on more than one branch of science during the course of a year keeps the students engaged and introduces them to concepts which they will continue to master throughout their Jr. and Sr. High science experiences. This course will include hands-on experimentation and an introduction to microscopy. 

Cost: $235

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Ages 10+ and 5-6th grade

Time: 9:00 – 9:55 am

Class size: 5 minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Melissa Weimer

Curriculum: None

Essentials for Writing is designed to introduce students to fundamental elements of the writing process. It is ideal for students who need to establish and hone writing skills before they jump into a more intense writing class with less specific feedback, like Introduction to Writing. In Essentials for Writing A, students will explore a variety of fiction and non-fiction writing styles, with an emphasis on organization, sentence structure, paragraph formation, editing, and revising. Over the course of the year, a variety of essays, articles, poetry, and short stories will be written.

* Essentials for Writing has a two-year rotation of curriculum. These years can be taken in any order or as stand-alone classes. Essentials for Writing (A) covers the same curriculum as Essentials for Writing (B), but with expectations more appropriate for 10 to 12 year-olds (5th and 6th grade). If your student has taken Essentials for one year as a 5th grader, they should stay in (A) as a 6th grader for the second year of the curriculum; they do not automatically progress to (B). If your student’s second year of Essentials would fall during their 7th grade year, then they should register for Essentials B.

Cost: $95 per semester

Supply Fee: $5 per semester

Requirements: Ages 10+ and 5-12th grade

Time: 1:30 – 2:45 pm

Class size: 6 minimum/24 maximum

Instructor: Erica Fill 

Credit: ½ unit of physical education credit if both semesters are taken in high school 

Curriculum: Students will need a softball or baseball glove

The class will focus on increasing endurance, strength, flexibility, cardio, and body composition while playing games and learning about personal fitness. Outdoor activities will include a parking lot circuit (various exercises along the route), softball, kickball and a field run challenge, emphasizing learning the proper technique for each activity and playing as a team where applicable. Indoor activities will focus on individual body weight challenges, an indoor running challenge, wiffle ball, relay races, ultimate kickball, dodgeball, and mini kickball as well as other exercise related games. 

Cost: $290

Supply Fee: $15

Requirements: Ages 14+ and 9-10th grade

Class Time: 11:00-11:55 am

Class size: 6 student minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Ami Adams

Curriculum: Please purchase, or check out of the library as needed, the books listed below.

Booklist: 

This literature class will familiarize students with high-school-level literary terms and criticism through a wide variety of genres and subject matter. The emphasis is on reading, reflection, exploring new ideas, critical thinking, and analysis, rather than on written responses. The class will focus on how we can read and enjoy drama, poetry, novels, short stories, and nonfiction – while using literary analysis to enrich our lives and change the world! Various short stories and poetry will also be read throughout the year which the teacher will provide.

Cost: $290

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Age 13+ and 8-12th grade (This is a high school level class. 8th graders will need to take and submit a placement test to enroll in this class. Link is below.)

Time: 11:00 - 11:55 pm 

Class Size: 6 minimum/18 maximum

Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra

Instructor: Linnea Cook

High School Credit: 1 unit of math

Curriculum: Math-U-See Algebra 1

Curriculum Link: https://www.christianbook.com/math-see-algebra-1-student-pack/pd/531111?event=Homeschool|1008673

Suggested for the hands-on learner, but not required: Math-U-See integer and decimal insert block kits:

Math-U-See Integer Block Kit (rainbowresource.com)

Math-U-See Algebra/Decimal Insert Kit (rainbowresource.com)

On completion of this course, students will develop the understanding they need to resolve more complex problems and functions with this step-by-step program. Algebra 1 teaches all basic algebra concepts. These include basic properties, solving equations (including simultaneous equations), coin problems, exponents and square roots, scientific notation, unit multipliers, and metric conversions. Graphing lines is taught in detail, and graphing conic sections is introduced. Operations with polynomials are demonstrated with place-value blocks for conceptual understanding before being taught conventionally. 

Algebra 1 placement test link (please note that it says pre-algebra, but the test is appropriate for Algebra 1 admittance): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HjTIb4RLYOyoBH2sinkrH7A9oZVbkB3p/view?usp=sharing

Submit answers (and all work MUST be submitted with each problem) to the Bridges email prior to registering for the class as an 8th grader.

Cost: $290

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Age 14+ and 9-12th grade

Time: 1:30-2:25 pm 

Class Size: 6 student minimum/15 maximum

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

Instructor: 

High School Credit: 1 unit of math 

Curriculum: Math-U-See Algebra 2

Curriculum link: https://www.rainbowresource.com/071143.html

On completion of this course, students will develop the understanding they need to resolve more complex problems and functions with this step-by-step program. Algebra 1 teaches all basic algebra concepts. These include basic properties, solving equations (including simultaneous equations), coin problems, exponents and square roots, scientific notation, unit multipliers, and metric conversions. Graphing lines is taught in detail, and graphing conic sections is introduced. Operations with polynomials are demonstrated with place-value blocks for conceptual understanding before being taught conventionally. 

Cost: $380

Supply Fee: $40

Requirements: Ages 14+ and 9 - 12th grade

Time: 8:15 - 9:55 am

Class size: 6 student minimum/ 18 maximum

Prerequisite: Recommended Physical Science

Instructor: Julie Moledor

High School Credit: 1 unit science

Curriculum: Apologia Exploring Creation with Biology, 3rd Edition

Curriculum Link: https://www.christianbook.com/exploring-creation-with-biology-textbook/vicki-dincher/9781946506450/pd/506454?event=Homeschool|1002430

This course is designed to be a college-prep biology class, covering the vocabulary of biology, a hands-on approach to the scientific method, the kingdoms of life, microscopy, biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, evolution, dissection, ecosystems and more. Students who take and understand this class will be very well prepared for continuing education in Advanced Anatomy and Physiology or any biology courses they may take in college. The class will consist of lecture and laboratory experience, which will include a combination of hands-on experimentation and demonstration to more clearly solidify understanding of the science of life.

Cost: $380 

Supply Fee: $30 

Requirements: Ages 15+ 10th-12th Grade

Time: 8:15 - 9:55 am

Class size: 5 minimum/ 15 maximum

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 and Biology 

Instructor:

High School Credit: 1 unit science

Curriculum: Apologia’s Exploring Creation With Chemistry, 3rd edition

Curriculum Link: https://www.christianbook.com/exploring-creation-chemistry-textbook-3rd-edition/kristy-plourde/9781946506580/pd/506583?event=Homeschool|1002432

Give your student a firm understanding of the basics of chemistry with Apologia's Exploring Creation with Chemistry. Sixteen modules cover measurement & units, atoms & molecules, atomic structure, molecular structure, polyatomic ions and molecular geometry, stoichiometry, acid-base chemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, and more. In class lab experiments include measuring specific heat, discovering the electrical conductivity of compounds dissolved in water, measuring the width of a molecule, exploring freezing point depression, using the ideal gas equation, recognizing the effects of catalysts, and other fascinating chemistry built into the world around us. The class will consist of lecture and laboratory experience, which will include a combination of hands-on experimentation and demonstration to more clearly solidify understanding.

Cost: $300

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Ages 15+ and 10-12th grade

Time: 10:00 - 10:55 am 

Prerequisites: Intro to Writing/Teacher’s permission     

Class size: 5 student minimum/15 maximum 

Instructor: 

Curriculum: Please purchase the books listed in the course description. A particular ISBN number is not required.

Cost: $130/$260
Supply Fee: $10/$20

Requirements: Ages 12+ and 7-12th grade

Time: 1:30 – 2:45 pm 

Class size: 10 minimum/30 maximum

Instructor: Debby Cardy

High School Credit: 1 fine arts (elective) credit if taken for the year  

Curriculum: None

*This class may be taken full year, or you may sign up for just the first or second semester only. Cost of a semester class is $130.00 with a supply fee of $10.00. Contact administration for the semester option upon registration.

This course will provide an outlet for students to explore their creativity and expand their confidence as they learn acting fundamentals through games, activities, and performances. The start of the year will introduce students to the art of improvisation. Although this form of theater is known for being performed as a form of comedic entertainment, the process of learning improvisational techniques helps foster life skills such as: creativity, confidence, patience, encouragement, collaboration and teamwork! The remainder of the year will introduce students to the fundamentals of theater, such as: staging and exploring different genres and acting skills with a year-end junior production to be determined at the beginning of the school year. This course is recommended for anyone who is willing to interact with their peers in intentional and relational ways and learn what makes the stage so powerful.

Cost: $145

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Ages 15+ and 10-12th grade

Time: 11:00 - 11:55 am          

Class size: 5 student minimum/18 maximum 

Instructor: Catherine Marx

High School Credit: 1/2 unit social studies credit 

Curriculum: Abeka Economics: Work & Prosperity in Christian Perspective

Curriculum Link: https://www.christianbook.com/abeka-economics-work-prosperity-christian-perspective/russell-kirk/pd/274563?event=ESRCG

This course will give a basic understanding of the world of economics with an emphasis on Capitalism. All the major forms of economies around the world will be presented but the emphasis will be on what are the unique aspects of the American Economy even as it faces increased pressures from a global economy.

Cost: $145

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Ages 15+ and 10-12th grade

Time: 11:00 - 11:55 am

Class size: 5 student minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Caleb Norrick

High School Credit: 1/2 unit social studies credit 

Curriculum: Exploring Government (Student Text 2023 Updated Edition) by Notgrass

Curriculum Link: 

https://www.christianbook.com/exploring-government/9781609991784/pd/991784?event=BRSRCG|PSEN

This course will cover all the key elements of the United States Government, beginning with the Articles of Confederation and each article of the U.S. Constitution, as well as each of the amendments to the Constitution and the process of amending the Constitution. We will study the Executive, Judicial and Legislative branches, covering the key responsibilities of each one and the process of how a bill becomes law.  Various levels of government will be studied (city, county, state), as well as different government systems from around the world. This course is designed to give each student a working knowledge of how our government functions and the importance of every citizen’s participation.

Cost: $285

Supply Fee: $10 

Requirements: Ages 12+ and typically 7-10th grade

Time: 10:00 – 10:55 am

Class size: 5 student minimum/24 maximum

Instructor: Ami Adams

High School Credit: 1 English language arts credit (if taken during high school)

Curriculum Supplement:  Write Ahead: A Student Handbook for Writing and Learning  (ISBN#9781941660539)

Curriculum Link: https://www.rainbowresource.com/029280.html

The work-horse of the Bridges’ writing courses, Introduction to Writing is an excellent overview of persuasive writing. A variety of weekly five-paragraph essays will be assigned, from compare/contrast, to cause/effect, to problem/solution. Students will not only master the art of writing an essay, they will also master the art of persuading an audience. During November, students will write their own novel during National Novel Writing Month (NANO WRIMO), and in the spring, the student will research a topic of his or her choice and write a persuasive paper (MLA style). 

This class is a prerequisite for the upper level Bridges writing classes and also Debate. This class is intended to augment, not replace, the grammar instruction of your homeschool curriculum.

Cost: $120

Supply Fee: $20

Requirements: Ages 12+ and 7-12th grade

Time: 1:30 – 2:45 pm

Class Size: 5 minimum/ 21 maximum

Instructor: Angie Waters

High School Credit: 1 fine arts credit if both semesters are taken (elective)

Curriculum: None

This art class will be composed of two parts. The first semester will be learning  graphite. The students will learn the essentials of drawing, composition, values, three dimensional drawing and much more.

The second semester will be watercolor, which includes utensils, paper weights, stretching, hues, color values, washes, smashing and lifting. The students will learn composition, use of negative and positive space, and many other concepts. If you have taken art before, we will be focusing on different aspects that will help you enhance your knowledge and creativity!

*Note - Jr. High/Sr. High Art class is on a two year rotation and can be taken for two years before technique is repeated. It can also be taken for successive years and the teacher can individualize the assignment while a student continues developing their skills. Also, semester 2 often builds on semester 1, but a student can successfully take either semester individually.

Cost: $95 per semester

Supply Fee: $5 per semester

Requirements: Ages 10+ and 5-12th grade

Time: 1:30 – 2:45 pm

Class size: 6 minimum/24 maximum

Instructor: Erica Fill 

Credit: ½ unit of physical education credit if both semesters are taken in high school 

Curriculum: Students will need a softball or baseball glove

The class will focus on increasing endurance, strength, flexibility, cardio, and body composition while playing games and learning about personal fitness. Outdoor activities will include a parking lot circuit (various exercises along the route), softball, kickball and a field run challenge, emphasizing learning the proper technique for each activity and playing as a team where applicable. Indoor activities will focus on individual body weight challenges, an indoor running challenge, wiffle ball, relay races, ultimate kickball, dodgeball, and mini kickball as well as other exercise related games. 

Cost: $325

Supply Fee: $20

Requirements: Ages 13+ and 8-12th grade

Time: 8:30 – 9:55 am

Class size: 5 minimum/15 maximum

Prerequisite: taking Pre-Algebra or Saxon Algebra 1/2

Instructor: Janice Pahl

High School Credit: 1 science credit

Curriculum: Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science, 4th edition

Curriculum Link: https://www.christianbook.com/exploring-creation-with-physical-science-textbook/9781940110141/pd/163095?event=BRSRCG|PSEN

This high school level course provides a detailed introduction to the physical environment and some of the basic laws that make it work.  It will include a good understanding of the earth’s atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. It also covers details on weather, motion, Newton’s Laws, gravity, the solar system, atomic structure, radiation, nuclear reactions, stars, and galaxies.  The course will include discussion as well as laboratory experience, which will include a combination of hands-on experimentation and demonstration to more clearly solidify understanding of the material.

Cost: $280

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Age 12+ and 7-9th grade

Time: 10:00 - 10:55 am

Class Size: 7 student minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Catherine Marx

High School Credit: 1 unit of math if taken in highschool (math course 1)

Curriculum: Math-U-See Pre-Algebra

Curriculum link: 

https://www.christianbook.com/math-see-pre-algebra-student-pack/pd/511101?item_code=WW&event=CART 

Suggested for the hands-on learner, but not required: Math-U-See integer and decimal insert block kits:

Math-U-See Integer Block Kit (rainbowresource.com)

Math-U-See Algebra/Decimal Insert Kit (rainbowresource.com)

On completion of this course, students will develop the understanding they need to resolve more complex problems and functions with this step-by-step program. Pre-Algebra teaches basic rules of solving equations using the associative, commutative, and other properties. Simple operations with polynomials are demonstrated with place-value blocks for conceptual understanding before being taught conventionally. Geometry concepts include surface area, volume, and the Pythagorean theorem. Students will begin to prepare for their high school level algebra courses with this foundational pre-algebra class.

Cost: $355

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Ages 14+ and 9-12th grade

Time: 10:00 - 10:55 am on Monday at Bridges and Thursday via Zoom session 

Class Size: 5 minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Angie Waters

High School Credit: 1 foreign language credit (elective)

Curriculum: Spanish 1 Textbook and the Activities Manual, 3rd edition by BJU Press 

Curriculum Link: Textbook: https://www.christianbook.com/bju-press-spanish-1-student-text/9781606829370/pd/300231?event=Homeschool|1004540

Activities Manual: https://www.christianbook.com/bju-press-spanish-student-activities-manual/9781606829707/pd/500736?event=CBCER1

This high school level class introduces the Spanish language as spoken in Latin America. The student will learn greetings, verb conjugations, basic vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammatical sentence structure. It also provides a general overview of the different Latin American countries and their customs. Students will start to develop the necessary skill to read and comprehend the language and they will start to learn conversational skills (the ability to ask and answer questions). 

This class will be taught twice during the course of the week to increase the student’s comprehension and fluency in speaking Spanish. The first hour will be held at Bridges on Monday and the second hour will be held on Thursday via zoom at the same time together as a class. 

Cost: $355

Supply Fee: $10 

Requirements: Ages 15+ and 10-12th grade

Time: 12:30 1:25 pm on Monday at Bridges and Thursday via Zoom session 

Class Size: 5 minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Angie Waters

High School Credit: 1 foreign language credit (elective)

Curriculum: Spanish 2 Student Textbook and Activities Manual, 3rd edition by BJU Press 

Prerequisite: Spanish 1

Curriculum Link: Textbook: https://www.christianbook.com/bju-press-spanish-2-student-edition/9781628566185/pd/517730?event=CPOF

Activities Manual: 

https://www.christianbook.com/bju-press-spanish-2-activities/9781628566208/pd/617748?event=CPOF

Students will learn to communicate at an intermediate level of Spanish, in different settings such as: the bank, store, airport, hotel, doctor's office, etc. They will deepen their knowledge of grammar, proper pronunciation, writing style, listening and comprehension skills, verb tenses, and intonation in different types of sentences.  They will practice by dialoguing, writing exercises, and interaction with the teacher and their peers. 

This class will be taught twice during the course of the week to increase the student’s comprehension and fluency in speaking Spanish. The first hour will be held at Bridges on Monday and the second hour will be held on Thursday via zoom at the same time together as a class. 

Cost: $260

Supply Fee: $10

Requirements: Ages 14+ and 9-12th grade

Time: 1:30 - 2:45 pm 

Class size: 5 minimum/18 maximum

Instructor: Betty Besse

High School Credit: 1 unit elective credit 

Curriculum: None 

Speech is not a science, it's an art to be mastered. Overcoming stage fright is the first step to success in life. In Speech class, we face our fears head on with a series of speech presentations and skills development exercises.  We will craft introductory and demonstration speeches, learn how to use body language and vocal variety to build an effective presentation, and develop impromptu speaking skills to get everyone started on the road to leadership in their own lives. Advanced speech topics will cover storytelling and persuasive speeches. Presentation techniques such as eye contact and rhetorical theory will be taught. Students must have access to Youtube videos to watch historical and contemporary speeches. Students will give speeches in front of their class peers. The benefits from learning to speak publicly will help anyone achieve their goals and dreams, regardless of their careers. By the end of this class, your student will be able to take the stage with confidence to present to a crowd!

Cost: $290 

Supply Fee: $10 

Requirements: Ages 14+ and 9-12th grade 

Class Time: 12:30 - 1:25 pm 

Class size: 5 student minimum/18 maximum 

Instructor: Caleb Norrick 

High School Credit: 1 social studies credit 

Curriculum: Exploring World History by Notgrass (Both books – part 1 and part 2 – 2019 updated edition)              

Curriculum Links: 

Part 1: https://www.christianbook.com/exploring-world-history-part-1/ray-notgrass/9781609990619/pd/990619?event=ESRCG

Part 2: https://www.christianbook.com/exploring-world-history-part-2/ray-notgrass/9781609990626/pd/990626?event=ESRCG

From Creation to the 21st century, Exploring World History presents ancient, medieval, and modern history from the perspective of faith in God and respect for His Word. It offers a thorough survey of Western civilization with significant coverage of Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Your high school student will gain a rich understanding of the story of the world around them and continue to develop and shape their Biblical worldview.

Note: The additional literature and Bible component of this curriculum will not be implemented.