SCIENCE CLASSES

 

Animals of God’s Creation: Exploring Ocean and Land Ecosystems

3rd Grade Science Class

Come explore the incredible animals God created—deep in the ocean, high in the sky, and everywhere in between!

In this hands-on science class, students will discover how animals live, survive, adapt, and thrive in their unique ecosystems. We will begin the year by diving into marine biology, exploring the ocean as a vast, connected ecosystem filled with fascinating creatures like drifting plankton, glowing jellyfish, giant whales, sea turtles, sharks, and colorful reef animals. Later in the year, we will explore freshwater and land ecosystems and study animals such as koalas, kangaroos, bees, and other amazing creatures God designed.

Each week, students will learn through a combination of hands-on experiments, STEM challenges, living books, and creative projects.

A few of the science activities include:

• Testing how ocean currents move using warm and cold-water
• Discovering how whales eat by designing and testing a model
• Conducting a honeybee STEM challenge after reading The Honeybee Man
• Building ocean food chains and acting them out together
• Sculpting animals from clay and creating their own ecosystem diorama
• Investigating how blubber keeps marine mammals warm
• Observing live animal webcams and recording their discoveries

Students will keep a personal science notebook to document their discoveries like real scientists.  At home activities such as reading, observations, or notebook entries may be assigned to reinforce concepts and encourage continued curiosity throughout the week.  Required time for homework each week is 30 minutes to 1 hour. 

Throughout the year, students will learn how animals are uniquely designed for their environments and how each plays an important role in God’s creation. 

SUPPLIES

1 inch 3 ring binder

Pencils and crayons

 

TUTITION

Class tuition is $500, with a $50 lab and supply fee, for a total of $550. 

The $50 lab and supply fee and the first tuition payment of $50 are due at registration and are nonrefundable.

REGISTRATION

Register at Open House or, please complete The Training Center registration form and mail it along with a check payable to Laura Vance for $100 (representing the $50 July tuition and $50 lab/supply fee) to:

Laura Vance, 67 S Plum Crest Circle, The Woodlands, TX 77382

PAYMENTS

Families may choose from several payment options. 

1. Monthly payment by check requires submitting 10 post-dated checks at registration. The first check, dated July 1, is for $100 and includes the lab fee and July tuition. The remaining nine checks, dated August through April, are for $50 each.
2. Families who prefer electronic payments may pay via bank draft, Zelle, or Venmo. The first payment of $100, dated July 1, is due at registration, and the remaining balance is paid in nine monthly payments of $50, due on the first of each month from August through April.  Please note a late fee of $10 will be added after the 10th of each month.
3. Semester payments are also available and require two post-dated checks submitted at registration. The first payment of $300 is dated July 1, and the second payment of $250 is dated December 1.
4. Families may also choose to pay the full tuition of $550at registration with a check dated July 1.

Each class is a full-year commitment.  Because class size is limited and supplies are purchased in advance, the lab and supply fee and first tuition payment are nonrefundable. If a student withdraws before September 30, two additional months of tuition are required. If a student withdraws after September 30, full tuition for the year is required.

Please feel free to reach out.  I’m happy to answer any questions!

llvance81@yahoo.com or (859) 948-7994

 

 

 Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Astronomy (2nd edition) and Astronomy Notebooking Journal  (2nd edition)

 

This class begins with a lesson on the nature of astronomy, and then it covers the major structures of our solar system. Starting with the sun and working towards Pluto, the student will learn details about all the planets in the solar system. Along the way, the student will also learn about Earth’s moon, the asteroid belt, and the Kuiper belt. After that, the student will move outside our solar system and learn about the stars and galaxies that make up God’s incredible universe. Finally, we will cover space travel and what it takes to be an astronaut! Class time will be used to review what was read at home to make sure the student understands the concepts in the chapters, with additional interesting information and video clips, and with hands-on, active learning activities.

Each student will need to purchase the text and the companion notebooking journal.  Siblings may share a text, but will need their own notebooking journal.

Homework for this class is approximately 2-3 hours per week

Astronomy will be offered at 3 times:

Mondays at Gracepoint  12:45  -1:45

Tuesdays at Hope Church 10:45-11:45

Tuesdays at  Hope Church 12:45-1:45

 

Tuition is $500 for the year.  A lab/supply fee of $40 is due in July. As we often turn students away, once you have reserved your space, there will be no refunds given after July 1.

Payment options: (Indicate on your registration form which one you would like to use:

1) Write 10 post-dated checks to be cashed each month (Jul 2025-Apr 2026) The first check dated July 1 is $90 because it includes the lab/supply fee.  The remaining 9 checks are $50. These are all turned in with the registration form.

2) Set up auto payments with your bank to arrive at the 1st of the month beginning in August. The first payment of $90 (dated July 1) is due with registration to hold your spot.

3) Divide the tuition in half and turn in two checks. The first payment is $290 dated July 1, and a second payment of $250 is dated Dec 1.

Mail registration form and checks to: Corinne Park  7226 Lorna Road, Montgomery, TX 77316.

Contact information is marycorinnepark@gmail.com or 281-770-5964.

General Science with Lab (Apologia): 7th–8th grades

 

Required time outside class:   2-3 hours per week

Textbook:  3rd edition of Apologia’s “Exploring Creation with General Science” (ISBN 9781946506573)  The 2nd edition is not compatible with the 3rd edition.  It is not necessary to buy anything other than the text.

Supplies Needed:  binder (1 ½ inch recommended), 3 dividers labeled “homework” “classwork” “tests”, pencils, notebook paper, and a very basic calculator

Exploring Creation with General Science is meant to bridge the gap between the elementary sciences and upper-level sciences.  This course is a true “general” science course as its range of topics is broad.  We will cover the basics and history of science, astronomy, the earth sciences, physics, chemistry, and biology.  The text is divided into 14 modules so we will spend approximately 2 weeks per module.

The hour and a half class time will primarily be spent conducting lab investigations and performing hands on experiments.  Outside work will involve completing homework assignments, reading the text, and studying. 

Tuition:  $550 for the year, split into 10 payments of $55 (due July 2025-April 2026).  A nonrefundable lab fee of $45 is due in July.  There will be no refunds given after July 1st.

Payment Options:

1. Write 10 post-dated checks to be cashed each month (July 2025-April 2026)
2. Pay by semester ($320 due July 1, 2025 and $275 due December 1, 2025)
3. Pay the entire year ($595)
4. Pay monthly, by semester, or for the entire year using Zelle to judya.doyle@gmail.com

Mail class registration form and $100 (July tuition + lab fee) to:

Judy Doyle

2510 Riverway Drive

Conroe, TX  77304

 

 

 

Required time outside of class –  3-4 hrs. per week

Exploring Creation with Physical Science   2nd Edition Apologia book set with Solutions and Test Manual, Apologia has a 3rd Ed. that is not compatible with the 2nd Ed., so do not purchase that edition. Teacher has books available for rent if you would prefer that option.  Apologia curriculum provides a detailed introduction to the physical environment and some of the basic laws that make it work. Topics covered will be air, atmosphere, water, the hydrosphere, earth, weather, motion, Newton’s laws, forces, sound, light and astrophysics. Class time will focus on experiments and discussion of the reading. Home assignments will include reading, answering questions, study guides and tests. Students will need a binder for vocabulary, notes, study guides and lab reports.

 Pre-requisite: Students should be studying pre-algebra or higher.  General Science should be completed before Physical Science. If General Science was taken at TTC, student must have passed with a 75 or higher to show readiness for this course.

This class will be offered on Mondays:

  10:30 – 12:00 noon at Gracepoint.

Tuition is $600 for the year.  A lab/supply fee of $35 is due in July.  As we often turn students away, once you have reserved your space, there will be no refunds given after July 1.

Payment options: (Indicate on your registration form which one you would like to use:

1) Write 10 post-dated checks to be cashed each month (Jul 2025-Apr 2026) The first check dated July 1 is $95 because it includes the lab fee.  The remaining 9 checks are $60. These are all turned in with the registration form.

2) Set up auto payments with your bank to arrive at the 1st of the month beginning in August. The first payment of $95 (dated July 1) is due with registration to hold your spot.

3) Divide the tuition in half and turn in two checks. The first payment is $335 dated July 1, and a second payment of $300 is dated Dec 1.

Mail registration form and checks to: Corinne Park  7226 Lorna Road, Montgomery, TX 77316.

Contact information is marycorinnepark@gmail.com or 281-770-5964.

HS Biology with Lab Component: (9-12th grade, 1 hour 45 min)

This is a laboratory-based, high school level class covering cellular and molecular biology, genetics, classification, major organism groups, ecosystems, and biotechnology. The course includes weekly hands-on labs that integrate scientific discovery with a Christian worldview.

 During Class:

Class will consist of a time of instruction plus a laboratory. The labs will include three types of experiments: household items, microscopy, and dissections (earthworm, starfish, perch, and frog). The majority of the experiments and tests will be completed in class, with a few to be completed at home. A lab notebook (physical or digital) will also need to be kept as many universities want proof of a laboratory component.

 Homework:

Your student will be assigned weekly reading from the text, answering comprehension/review questions, and lab write ups. He/she can expect to spend about 1 hour per day outside of class. We typically cover one chapter every 2 weeks. Due to a limited number of weeks, there is a full week of school work assigned at orientation for students to complete before the first day of class.

 Parent’s responsibility: ensuring assignments are turned in on time and occasionally proctoring an at home test.

 Supples:

1. Textbook Discovering Design with Biology by Jay L. Wile  – you do not need to purchase the Answer Key & Test booklet
2. Lab Notebook – can be a simple spiral, a lab notebook, or kept digitally (data will still need to be recorded on paper during class)
3. Goggles/Safety Glasses- ansi z87.1 – Most students prefer the glasses type for comfort. Write name and bring the first day.
4. Notebook paper or spiral for note taking.
5. Optional: Protective clothing during labs

Fees:

$650 yearly tuition plus $100 nonrefundable lab/supply fee

Payment Options (check or Zelle):

1) 10 payments: $165 upon registration plus 9 more payments of $65 (Aug 1-April 1)

1. a) All 10 Post dated checks must be sent
2. b) Zelle: must be auto scheduled for the 1st of the month

2) 2 Payments: Pay $425 by July 1st and $325 by December 1

3) 1 Payment: $750

 

DROP POLICY:  Registration is for a school-year commitment because a place was reserved for your student. If a student drops before September 30th, two additional months of tuition is required.

If a student drops after September 30th, the full year’s tuition is still required.

Lab fees are non-refundable after July 1.

 

Contact Info: 

Anna Baird

765 Hill Rd.

Willis, TX  77378

281-728-6638

annabaird75@gmail.com

 

HS Chemistry with Lab Component: 9-12th grade, 2 hours (recommended prerequisite- Algebra I). We will be using the text Discovering Design with Chemistry by Jay L. Wile. This college-preparatory course covers fundamental aspects of chemistry such as the classification of matter, atomic structure, spectroscopy, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, physical change, chemical change, stoichiometry, solutions, ideal gases, acid/base chemistry, reduction/oxidation reactions, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Your student will see how chemistry reveals the amazing handiwork of God.

 

During Class:

Class will consist of a time of instruction, working practice problems, plus labs. We will be covering one chapter along with 2-4 experiments every 2 weeks. A few experiments may need to be completed at home.

 

Homework:

Your student will be assigned weekly reading from the text, chapter review questions, and lab write ups. He or she can expect to spend about 1 hour per day outside of class. Due to a limited number of weeks, there is a full week of work assigned at orientation to complete before the first day of class. 

 

Supples:

1. Textbook Discovering Design with Chemistry by Jay L. Wile – you do not need to purchase the Answer Key & Test booklet
2. Lab Notebook – can be a simple spiral, a lab notebook, or kept digitally (data/calcs will still need to be recorded on paper during class)
3. Goggles/Safety Glasses- ansi z87.1 – Most students prefer the glasses type for comfort. Write name and bring the first day.
4. Scientific Calculator –  TI-30 or higher
5. Optional: Protective clothing

Fees:

$650 yearly tuition plus $85 nonrefundable lab/supply fee due with July’s payment.

 

Payment Options (check or Zelle):

1) 10 payments: $150 upon registration plus 9 payments of $65 (Aug 1-April 1)

1. a) All 10 Post dated checks must be sent
2. b) Zelle: must be auto scheduled for the 1st of the month

2) 2 Payments: Pay $410 by July 1st and $325 by December 1

3) 1 Payment: $735

 

DROP POLICY:  Registration for all classes is for a school-year commitment because a place was reserved for your student.

If a student drops before September 30th, two additional months of tuition is required.

If a student drops after September 30th, the full year’s tuition is still required.

Lab fees are non-refundable after July 1.

 

Contact Info: 

Anna Baird

765 Hill Rd.

Willis, TX  77378

281-728-6638

annabaird75@gmail.com

This course will introduce students to the scientific methodologies used in forensic investigations. The curriculum is teacher created over a 10-year span while working with the Georgia Bureau of Investigations. It offers incredibly engaging labs and activities that are designed to keep the interest of today’s modern students while still offering them rich content that is focused on real-world investigations and case studies. The curriculum is designed to target all learning styles and offers differentiated instruction for 9th- 12th-grade students.

No textbook will be needed. Students must have a phone/electronic device to be able to participate in some of the research-based activities during class.

Warning: Forensic science contains content that may not be suitable for younger students, as we will be researching actual case studies. If your child is in 9^th or 10^th grade, please reach out to me before registering your child.

Homework will consist of research activities, case studies, texts to read, as well as video lessons. This will require approximately 2 – 3 hours of homework outside of the classroom.

A supply list will be available in July. There will be two $35 lab fees due each semester (July 1 & December 1). Classes will be $60.00 per month for ten months.

To register, please fill out the Training Center registration form and mail it along with your $95.00 ($60 for July + first semester supply fee) payment dated July 1 (first tuition payment) and Aug. 1 post-dated check. Once these items have been received, this will hold your child’s spot in the class.

The ONLY payment options for this class:

1. Write 10 post-dated checks to be cashed at the first of the month (July 1 – April 1)
2. Pay for the entire year.
3. Pay with 2 post-dated checks for each semester (1^st semester dated July 1 and 2^nd semester dated Dec. 1 should include 2^ndsemester lab fee).

All post-dated checks must be received before the 1^st day of class (preferably the day of orientation). No refunds will be given for canceling the class after July 1st.

Contact info: Mistie Angelo 281-831-6010, Address: 725 Mountain View Drive, Montgomery, Tx 77356. mistieangelo@outlook.com.