Science 4 
2010-2011 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 4 recommended
Thursday
                   
Course Tutor:
Penny Martin
pinkmouse50@hotmail.com
 
Course Description: 
Using Abeka’s Understanding God’s World, students will learn about a variety of things that God has created and by doing so will learn more about their Creator. Areas of study include: plants, matter, energy, rocks, soil, oceans, and astronomy. Students will use magnifying lens, microscopes, balances, and various beakers to help them in their study. Percentage grades will be given on homework, some activities, quizzes, chapter tests, and notebook organization.
 
Course Prerequisites:
None
 
Course Fees:
$20 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class
$15 lab fee payable to Teenworks
 
Required Texts:    
Order directly from www.abeka.com/
Understanding God’s World, 3rd edition; Code # 106682; List price:  $18.00
   
Required Supplies: (Needed on the FIRST day of class):

• 2” three-ring binder
• Notebook paper
• 1-36 numbered tab dividers
• 4 tab dividers
• #2 pencils
• Pencil holder for notebook
• Colored pencils
• Scissors

Science 5/6 
2010-2011 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 5-6 recommended
Thursday
                   
Course Tutor:
Penny Martin
pinkmouse50@hotmail.com
 
Course Description: 
Using Abeka’s Observing God’s World, students will learn about a variety of things that God has created and by doing so will learn more about their Creator. Areas of study include: invertebrates, plants, earth structure and processes, chemistry, and the planets. Students will use magnifying lens, microscopes, balances, and various beakers to help them in their study. Percentage grades will be given on homework, some activities, quizzes, chapter tests, and notebook organization.
 
Course Prerequisites:
None
 
Course Fees:
$20 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class
$15 lab fee payable to Teenworks
 
Required Texts:    
Order directly from A Beka Book:
Observing God’s World, 3rd edition; Code # 67024; $18.00
   
Required Supplies: (Needed on the FIRST day of class):

• 2” three-ring binder
• Notebook paper
• 1-36 numbered tab dividers
• 4 tab dividers
• #2 pencils
• Pencil holder for notebook
• Colored pencils
• Scissors

Medieval History
2010-2011 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 5-6 recommended
Thursday                     
                   
Course Tutor:
Molly Dean
aodean@comcast.net

Course Description: 
This class will cover the time period of the early church through Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press (A.D. 30-1456). Students will read about knights and damsels, kings and queens, peasants, saints, martyrs, heroes, and emperors. The textbook along with period literature will help the student experience life during these cultural time periods. To help make history come alive, the students will also do some easy hands-on projects at home. Grading will be based on homework assignments, quarterly exams, and notebook organization

Note: This history course alternates each year between Ancient History and Medieval History for a complete Old World history survey.

Course Prerequisites:
None
 
Copy Fee:
$15 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts:  (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)

Required Supplies:
3” three-ring binder
1-36 numbered tab dividers
5 additional tab dividers
Notebook paper
3 x 5 index cards
Pencil holder for binder with the following items:

• 3-4 sharpened pencils.
• 12-pack colored pencils
• Eraser

Requirements for report materials will be provided the first day of class

Michigan History and U.S. Geography
2010-2011 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 4 recommended
Thursday                     
                   
Course Tutor:
Molly Dean
aodean@comcast.net

Course Description: 
This class will cover Michigan History during the first semester and United States geography during the second semester. In the Michigan History portion, the textbook and historical fiction will help students travel back in time and learn about the early Native American tribes, the explorers, becoming a state, and many more exciting events on into the 20th century. In addition, the students will have the opportunity to take a field trip to the Michigan Historical Museum in Lansing as a means to reinforce classroom lessons and bring them alive for the students.

For the U.S. Geography section, the text will highlight interesting facts about each state. Did you know that there is a Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg near Worcester, Massachusetts? This Native American name means “You fish on your side; I fish on my side; nobody fishes in the middle.”* Along with these fascinating facts, students will learn the states and capitals using maps and a song CD.

Grading will be based on homework assignments, tests, and notebook organization.

*Scholastic Atlas of the United States by David Rubel, pg. 14

Course Prerequisites:
None
 
Copy Fee:
$20 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts:  (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)

Our Michigan Adventure; by David McConnell

Michigan Map Skills and Information Workbook; by Paul McCreary

Scholastic Atlas of the United States; by David Rubel

States and Capitals Songs CD; by Kathy Troxel

Once on This Island; by Gloria Whelan

Required Supplies:
Two 2” three-ring binders
Two sets of 1-18 numbered tab dividers (one for each binder)
Two sets of 5 tab dividers (one for each binder)
Notebook paper
Pencil holder for binder with the following items:

• 3-4 sharpened pencils.
• 12-pack colored pencils
• Eraser

Requirements for report materials will be provided the first day of class

General Course Information:
2008-2009 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 4-6 recommended

Course Tutor:
Michelle Hobbs
mhobbs@teenworks.net
 
Course Description:
The purpose of this Spanish course is to introduce the Spanish language using interactive techniques. Class time will be spent with instruction and oral practice. Homework will consist of language listening, memorization, and worksheet assignments. Quarterly exams and oral quizzes will be given.  Parents are responsible to ensure the child does the daily assigned work and to sign that it is completed. Not only will students be studying the Spanish language in their lessons, they will also be learning culture from different Spanish speaking countries. At the end of each semester, the class will have a “fiesta” to experience some of this culture. Grades will be based on completion of daily homework assignments and quarterly exams.

Course Prerequisites:
The student must read and write English at grade level.

Course Fees:
$20 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center):

• Risas y Sonrisas Individual Study Package

Required Supplies:

• 3” three-ring binder
• Set of 1-36 tab dividers
• Lined paper
• 1 package 3x5 index cards
• Pencils

General Course Information:
2008-2009 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 4-6 recommended

Course Tutor:
Michelle Hobbs
mhobbs@teenworks.net
 
Description:
The Remedial Penmanship class will teach the student how to write both manuscript and cursive. Students will receive weekly penmanship assignments. The spelling class is designed to teach the student using multi-sensory techniques. The lessons are based on spelling rules and phonetics of the English language. Homework will consist of worksheets and spelling practice. The student will also take a pretest and posttest at home which will be graded by the parent. Due to the nature of the class, exams will not be given. Grades will be determined from spelling tests, worksheets, and writing improvement.

Course Prerequisites:
The student must read at 3rd grade level or above.

Course Fees:
$25 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center):

• Zaner-Bloser Handwriting Grade 4, Student Edition (copyright 2008)

Required Supplies:

• 3” three-ring binder
• Set of 1-36 tab dividers
• Lined paper
• Mechanical pencils

General Course Information:
2008-2009 School Year
Full Year Course
Grades 4-6 only

Course Tutor:
Katie Schmidt
kschmidt@teenworks.net
 
Course Description:
Midworks Speech is an exciting introductory course which cultivates the fundamental skills of public speaking. The course will cover creative speech writing and presentation skills as well as an introduction to different speaking styles. In class students will engage in various interactive activities including warm-up games, poetry and prose interpretations, and impromptu speeches, with the goal of preparing for the spring competitions. Students will compete in both of the Michigan Homeschool Communicators for Christ (HCC) speech tournaments. Participation in at least one event of the student’s choice will be required. This may include the following:

• Original Oratory – memorized speech on a topic of the student’s choice
• Dramatic or Humorous Interpretation – memorized, interpreted selection from literature  performed as an individual or duo event
• Other tournament events – additional events will be announced closer to the commencement of the 2008-2009 speech season  

Percentage grades will be given for completion of homework, class participation, notebook organization, and participation in the spring tournaments.

Course Notes: 

Please note that each student must provide an adult judge or timer for each tournament.  The dates of the tournament will be announced at the beginning of the school year. Homeschool Communicators for Christ requires students to be 51% homeschooled in order to participate in the tournaments.

Course Prerequisites:
The student must read at 3rd grade level or above.

Course Fees:

• $10 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class
• TBA - entry fees for the HCC tournaments

Required Texts (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center):
None

Required Supplies:

• 1” three-ring binder
• Set of 5-tab dividers
• Lined paper
• Pencil

General Course Information:
2008-2009 School Year
1st Semester Course
Grade 4-6 recommended

Course Tutor:
Stephanie Schmidt
mrs.sschmidt@gmail.com
 
Course Description:
This one-semester class will teach girls practical life skills that will help them to be the godly young ladies that God has designed them to be. The students will also study various women of the Bible and learn how they can pattern their lives after these women as well as God.  In the cooking portion of the class, the girls will bake a number of items, such as breads, cakes, pies, cookies and candies, in addition to cooking various meals. In the craft portion of the class, students will construct a variety of seasonal crafts, learn holiday decorating, and create a very special Christmas gift. The class will also include monthly service projects and a field trip. Cooking and craft items will alternate each year to allow students to repeat the class without duplicating the lessons. However, each year the girls will host a wonderful mother daughter Christmas tea! Grading for this class will be based upon participation and attitude.

Course Prerequisites:
None

Course Fees:
$  5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class
$25 supply fee payable to Teenworks

Required Texts (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center):
None

Required Supplies:

• 1”three-ring binder
• Set of 5-tab dividers
• Recipe box with at least 25 recipe cards and 5 recipe dividers
• Apron
• Bible

Midworks Drama
2010-2011 School Year
2nd Semester Course
Grade 4-6 recommended
Thursday

Course Tutor:
Nancyanne Robbe
nancyanne@portlandmounthope.org
 
Course Description: 
Drama class will consist of various exercises in expression, voice, movement, and creativity. Students will use their gifts and talents in skits, short stories, human videos, and many other activities. This course will culminate in a year-end production.

Course Prerequisites:
None

Course Fees:
$ 5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts:   (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)
TBA

Required Supplies:
½” three-ring binder
pencil
2 highlighters – different colors
Misc. props and stories – TBA in syllabus

Midworks Art: Art Through the Ages
2010-2011 School Year
Full Year Course
Grades 4-6 recommended
Thursday

Course Tutor:
Barb Darling
Darlingren@netzero.com

Course Description: 

The goal of Midworks Art is to provide an atmosphere of creativity with exposure to various mediums and materials. The class emphasizes art both to and for the glory of God. It is a fun and creative outlet full of experimentation and imagination.

Midworks Art is a three-year rotational study. Each year the class alternates between Art Through the Ages, A Look at Artists, and American Art History. The first year, Art Through the Ages focuses on art history with a corresponding project each week. Students learn how art has been used throughout history to this present time. The second year, A Look at Artists, focuses on various artists and their styles. The class uses a variety of mediums allowing students to pattern their own creations after these artists. In the third year, American Art History, students focus on a variety of artistic works from America’s past and create parallel projects with each lesson. Students will discover how many of the artists wanted God to be seen and glorified in their work.

Grading is based on participation, attitude, cooperation, and completion of work. There is no homework for this class.

Course Prerequisites:
None

Course Fees:
$  5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class
$25 supply fee payable to Teenworks

Required Texts:  (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)
None

Required Supplies:
•    Set of 10 drawing pencils
•    Pink Pearl eraser
•    Set of 10 Loew Cornell natural hair brushes
•    Prang watercolor set
•    Plastic paint palette with 6-10 wells
•    Fine point Sharpie marker
•    Set of washable markers
•    Box for supplies

General Course Information:  Math 5
2009-2010 School Year                                                                     
Full Year Course                                                                               
Grade 5 recommended                                                                      
Thursday                                                                      

Course Tutor:
Shawna M. Shaw
kas0624@hotmail.com

Course Description:  
In Math 5 concepts are introduced incrementally and are continually practiced throughout the problem sets allowing students to build upon previous concepts as they continue to learn new ones. Topics are never dropped but are instead increased in complexity and practiced every day, providing the time required for concepts to become totally familiar.  
 
Math 5 is a 36-week integrated mathematics program that consists of 120 daily lessons and 12 activity-based investigations. Students are tested after every fifth lesson, and all tests are cumulative. Grading is based on completion of weekly work assignments, quizzes, tests, quarterly exams, and completed notebooks.  

Parental Expectations:
The tutor will grade all tests, vocabulary quizzes, investigations, exams, and notebooks with a percentage grade. Parents will correct daily problem sets and facts practices. Parents will also work out corrections with the student at home.  
 
Course Notes:
Topics covered in this course include:
•    Estimation
•    Patterns and sequences
•    Fractions, decimals, and mixed numbers
•    Percent
•    Word problems
•    Properties of operations
•    Integers
•    Divisibility concepts
•    Prime and composite numbers
•    Ratios
•    Square roots
•    Scale drawings
•    Measurement and unit conversion
•    Statistics
•    Probability
•    Data display and analysis
•    Perimeter and area
•    Volume
•    Symmetry
•    Transformations

Course Prerequisites:
Completion of a 4th grade math program

Course Fees:
$5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts:  (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)
Saxon Homeschool Math 6/5 Complete Package, 3rd Edition
(Package includes: Student Textbook, Tests and Worksheets Booklet, and Solutions Manual)

Required Supplies:
2" three-ring binder
2 two-pocket folders
8 tab dividers
Loose-leaf lined paper
Graph paper
Calculator
Protractor
Compass
Ruler
Pencils
Pencil bag/box for all supplies

Math 5/6

2010-2011 School Year

Full Year Course

Grade 5 & 6 recommended

Thursday

 

Course Tutor:

Janice Mills

Steve_mills@juno.com

 

Course Description: 

This course will provide accountability and structure for the study of mathematics. Math 5/6 is a combined class which will cover the traditional topics of 5^th and 6^th grade mathematics. The 5^th and 6^th grade classes will be run simultaneously with lesson explanation, independent work time, and individual help opportunity. Each grade level has its own textbook. Some weekly work may be completed in class depending on the speed of the student’s mathematical ability; however, it is the responsibility of the parent to correct all the daily work to ensure immediate feedback. Tests will be completed at home but graded by the tutor. There will also be daily facts practices assigned.

 

Topics covered in this course include:

• Place value
• Addition and subtraction
• Rounding and estimating
• Multiplication and division
• Points, lines angles, triangles
• Area and perimeter
• Graphs
• Fractions
• Decimals
• Money
• Percent
• Probability
• Ratio
• Units for length, volume, and weight
• Metrics

Course Prerequisites:

Completion of a 4^th grade math program

 

Course Fees:

$12 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

 

Required Texts:  (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)
5^th Grade Students:

BJU Press Math 5 Home Teacher’s Edition (2^nd edition)

BJU Press Math 5 Student Text (2^nd edition)

BJU Press Math 5 Tests

6^th Grade Students:

BJU Press Math 6 Home Teacher’s Edition (2^nd edition)

BJU Press Math 6 Student Text (2^nd edition)

BJU Press Math 6 Tests

 

Required Supplies:

2” three-ring binder

1-36 numbered tab dividers

3 tab dividers

Notebook paper

Pencils

 

 

 

General Course Information:  Math 4
2009-2010 School Year                                                                     
Full Year Course                                                                               
Grade 4 recommended                                                                      
Thursday                                                                      

Course Tutor:
Carol Lantz
clantz@teenworks.net

Course Description:  
Math 4 is an incremental math course where each new concept is continually reviewed in the subsequent lessons. This gives students the opportunity to master previous concepts while new ones are gradually being introduced. Besides regular computation practice, the text contains word problems which are taken from everyday life experiences, making math applicable for students. Each lesson includes mental math calculations and timed fact practice for achievement in speed and accuracy. In addition, hands-on investigations appear periodically throughout the text offering variation in the daily exercises.  Percentage grades will be given for completion of homework, tests, and notebook organization.

Parental Expectations:
Because immediate confirmation is key to success in mathematics, parents are to correct their student’s daily homework and facts practice. The tutor will correct all tests.

Course Notes:
Topics covered in this course include:  

• 2 and 3-digit computation
• Place value through hundred millions
• Fractions and mixed numbers
• Decimals
• Percent
• Basic geometry
• Measurement (metric & U.S standard)
• Time and money
• Graphs and tables
• Square roots and exponents

Course Prerequisites:
Completion of a 3rd grade math program

Course Fees:
$5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts:  (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)
Saxon Homeschool Math 5/4 Complete Package, 3rd Edition
(Package includes: Student Textbook, Tests and Worksheets Booklet, and Solutions Manual)

Required Supplies:

• 2" three-ring binder
• 2 two-pocket folders
• 8 tab dividers
• Lined paper
• Graph paper
• Ruler (w/ inches & centimeters)
• Compass
• Pencils

 

Beginning Computer Concepts
2010-2011 School Year
1st Semester Course
Grades 4-6 Recommended
Thursday
                   
Course Tutor:
Katie Schmidt
kschmidt@teenworks.net

Course Description:
Beginning Computer Concepts is a one-semester course designed to familiarize students with the basics of computer science while using the computer as a valuable tool to help improve their academic and organizational skills. The class uses a fun learning environment and a project-based approach to learn keyboarding skills and introduce the major Microsoft programs. By the end of the course, students should be able to type approximately 40 words per minute and independently navigate through the basics of the Microsoft programs. Students will spend approximately 20 minutes of each class in keyboard practice and an hour of instruction and applied practice in the following units of study:
•    Intro to Microsoft One Note
•    Intro to Microsoft Word
•    Intro to Microsoft Excel
•    Intro to Microsoft PowerPoint
•    Intro to Microsoft Publisher

Homework Commitment and Grading:
•    20 minutes of keyboarding practice four days a week, keeping records of words per minute
•    All software application activities and assignments will be handled in class with no homework. Exams will be fun and stress free with no preparation required at home. There will be a final project prepared in class and presented on the final day of class in place of the final exam.
•    Grading will be based on participation in class projects and keyboard practice at home.

Course Prerequisites:
None

Course Fees:
$  5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class
$30 lab fee payable to Teenworks

Required Software:
Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, Deluxe 17 (or newer)
Internet Access

Required Supplies:
½” three-ring binder
5 tab dividers

English 5/6
2010-2011 School Year
Full Year Course
Grades 5 & 6 recommended
Thursday
                   
Course Tutor:
Kathy Annis
kathrynannis@gmail.com

Course Description: 
English 5/6 is designed to prepare students for junior high English with a focus on grammar, composition, and literature studies. Using Shurley English, students will learn all eight parts of speech, five different sentence structures, and a clear-cut method for analyzing sentences. This course will also teach students the basics of essay and research paper composition. During the course of the year, students will read two novels and learn to analyze literature using the Teaching the Classics method from The Center for Literary Education. Grades will be given for grammar worksheets, compositions, literature studies, tests, and notebook organization.

Course Notes:
This is a challenging but achievable course. In order for the students to succeed, parents must read through the syllabus with their students each week and help them stay on track with their homework assignments.

Course Prerequisites:
None

Course Fees:
$15 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

Required Texts:   (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)
Shurley English Level 5 Student Workbook, Home School Edition*
Johnny Tremain  by Esther Forbes, Laurel Leaf (Random House) Edition

The Magician’s Nephew by C.S. Lewis, Harper Trophy Edition

*Additional instruction will be provided for 6^th grade students in this class

 

Required Supplies:
3” three-ring binder
5 tab dividers
1-36 numbered tab dividers
Pencil pouch for binder
Pencils
Material lists for literature and composition projects will be provided in class

 

 

General Course Information:
2008-2009 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 4-6 recommended

Course Tutor:
Ruth Ann Frederick
rfrederick@teenworks.net
 
Course Description:
First year Latin is a classical approach to Latin with classical pronunciation guides. It is heavily weighted toward grammar and makes use of rote memory and recitation, part of the grammar stage of the trivium approach to classical education. It is designed to prepare students for the more advanced high school classical Latin studies. Grades are given for chapter assignments, activities, quizzes, tests, and practice. Oh yeah!…and Mrs. Frederick always makes sure her students have FUN!

Course Notes: 
Learning Latin . . .

• strengthens basic English skills in vocabulary and reading comprehension
• focuses on grammar which leads to improved English writing and communication
• increases cultural awareness and makes cultural connections
• encourages critical thinking and comparative analysis
• introduces students to a rich source of mythology, literature, and history
• presents material REQUIRED in language arts and social studies standards for grades 6-8

Class Goals:

• Pronounce, spell, and translate approximately 25 Latin words
• Learn Latin sayings and chants
• Grammar

1. Define noun, verb, and adjective
2. Understand concepts of tense, number, gender and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd person
3. Conjugate 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs in the present, imperfect, and future tenses
4. Decline 1st and 2nd declension nouns and adjectives
5. Give singular and plural forms of 1st and 2nd declension nouns (nominative case)
6. Complete Latin sentences so that the subject and verb agree in number and person
7. Make adjectives and nouns agree in number and gender
8. Recite and spell the five cases of Latin nouns

• Derivatives

1. Understand concept of English words that are derived from Latin
2. Be exposed to many English words of Latin origin and complete sentences using these derivatives

• History

1. Understand the architectural advances in Rome
2. Understand the rise of Roman power
3. Understand the reigns of various Caesars
4. Learn about the birth and life of Christ within the Roman culture
5. Learn about the birth of the Christian church within the context of Roman culture

Parental Expectations:
Parents will be happy to know that they do not have to learn Latin; however, there may be minimal correcting for which parents will be supplied answer keys. Students will do a lot of correcting in class, and the tutor will do some as well, but be aware that parents will have to do some correcting of objective material.

Course Prerequisites:
None

Course Fees:

• $10 copy fee payable to the tutor per semester, due August 1st and January 1st
  Send checks to: 13671 Charlotte Hwy., Sunfield, MI 48890.

Required Texts (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center):

• Latin for Children, Primer A
• Latin for Children, Primer A History Reader
• Latin for Children, Primer A Chant CD

Required Supplies:

• 2” three-ring binder
• 4 tab dividers
• 1-36 numbered tab dividers
• Pencil pouch for binder
• Black or blue pens
• Red pens
• Pencils
• Small calculator (for figuring grade percentages)

Cooking for Boys and Girls
2010-2011 School Year
1^st Semester Course
Grade 4-6 recommended

Thursday

Course Tutor:  
Stephanie Schmidt 
mrs.sschmidt@gmail.com
 
Course Description: 

This class is on a three-year rotation allowing returning students to learn new recipes and broaden their cooking experience.

 

During this one-semester course, student will prepare a wide array of recipes including main dishes, vegetables, breads, and desserts. The class will also explore international fare, holiday foods, and hors d'oeuvres. In addition to practical cooking techniques, students will be taught the essential skills of meal planning and food selection. Each year the class will take a field trip to a food related business, such as a bakery, butcher shop, or grocery store. The semester will culminate in the preparation of an entire meal where families will be invited to sample the students’ cuisine.

 

Course Prerequisites:
None

 

Course Fees:
$  5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class

$30 supply fee payable to Teenworks

 

Required Texts:   (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center)
None

 

Required Supplies:
1” three-ring binder

5 tab dividers

Recipe box with 5 recipe dividers

25 recipe cards

Apron

Bible

 

 

General Course Information:                     
Midworks Boyworks
2008-2009 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 4-6 recommended
Thursday 3:15-4:45 

Course Tutor:
Travis Nightengale
tnightengale@comcast.net
 
Course Description:
This class develops practical skills in boys which will be used throughout their lifetime as good stewards of God. The class will accomplish this through monthly themes, including emergency preparedness, bicycle safety and maintenance, basic automotive maintenance, tool use, and more. Each class will begin with prayer and physical activity using the President’s Challenge Program. The majority of the class will be spent on projects focused on the monthly theme. Class will end with a secret message envelope to take home to Dad. These weekly envelopes will give the boys a secret mission to complete during the week and for Dad to sign when accomplished. The missions are mainly conduct based, such as offering to help Mom without being asked, practicing gentlemanly courtesies, and helping the family. Grading is based on class participation.

Course Prerequisites:
None

Course Fees:
$  5 copy fee payable to the tutor on the first day of class
$35 supply fee payable to Teenworks          

Required Texts (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center):
None

Required Supplies:
To Be Announced