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Loganville

Loganville Campus

Meets Thursdays:
The Summit Church
3080 Hwy 81S
​Loganville, GA 30052

Fees at Loganville:

ALL FEES NON-REFUNDABLE, NON-TRANSFERABLE
Application Fee: 
$10/family
Registration Fee: 
  • $40/family Apr
  • $50/family May
  • $75/family Jun
  • $100/family Jul
  • $125/family Aug-Oct
  • $50/family Nov-Feb (2nd term only)
  • Add'l Student(s) after initial family registration: $5/student
​Registration Fee for Loganville as a 2nd Campus: $10/family
Insurance Fee: $12/student/yr/location
Supply Fees: varying amounts, paid directly to instructor(s) prior to term(s)
Tuition Fees: varying amounts, paid monthly directly to instructor(s
Financial Responsibility/Commitment: 3 mo./fall, 4 mo./spring. Classes are designed for & YOU REGISTER FOR A FULL YEAR of study; however, (unlike other programs) you may complete a Drop Form at 2 times of the year (see Drop Form requirements here...). NO DROPPING DURING A TERM! Instructors must be paid through full term.

Classes Offered 2022-23:

(NOTE: Class times listed on Schedules below descriptions.) Avoid the crowd — try Loganville classes (preschool-12th grade) at Monroe on Tuesdays!

Art

  • Instructor: Donna Guntharp, donnaguntharp@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $40-50/term
    Recommended Grades: 3-5
    Experience the beauty and freedom of creating! Students will further knowledge & experience in elements of art & principles of design using a variety of techniques, increasing with difficulty as skills grow, learning to use a mix of mediums on 2d & 3d projects.
  • Instructor: Donna Guntharp, donnaguntharp@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $40-50/term
    Recommended Grades: 4-6
    Designed to maximize interest in art and deepen knowledge of the elements & principles of art. We will draw, paint & sculpt, while also expanding art vocabulary and knowledge of aesthetics & art history. Projects differ every term.
  • Instructor: Donna Guntharp, donnaguntharp@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $40-50/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Art for HS students who wish to develop a higher level of art skills and knowledge. We will draw, paint & sculpt, while continuing to build art vocabulary and awareness of aesthetics & art history. Projects differ every term.
  • Instructor: Donna Guntharp, donnaguntharp@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $40-50/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-8
    Art for MS students who wish to develop a higher level of art skills and knowledge. We will draw, paint & sculpt, while continuing to build art vocabulary and awareness of aesthetics & art history. Projects differ every term.
  • Instructor: Christina Cook, cdahn925@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $40-50/term
    Recommended Grades: 4-7
    This is the next step after Nature Notebooking, but Nature Notebooking is not a prerequisite. This class will continue teaching Art through Nature with lessons that are geared more toward the skill level of this age group. Heavy drawing and painting.

Computer & Graphic Design

  • Instructor: Keicha Barnum,mrsb.summitacademy@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-12
    Required Supplies: Laptop w/Blender software & 3-button mouse
    Introduce your student to the world of 3D Animation with Blender. Students will learn character modeling, adding armature, key-framing, and many of the same animation principles the Pro's use. This 2 -Way Live Stream course will provide real-time virtual instruction with an onsite production assistant.
  • Instructor: Takiya Jean, Takiyaj@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $10/term
    Recommended Grades: 4-8
    Required Supplies: Laptop & flash drive for class
    Your student probably uses a computer to access the internet or play games; but can they create spreadsheets & design computer presentations? We introduce fundamental computer use, operation system basics, practice keyboarding skills (Blaze software), & learn to use Microsoft Word, Excel, & Power Point.
  • Instructor: Keicha Barnum,mrsb.summitacademy@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-12
    Required Supplies: Laptop w/Adobe Photoshop subscription (student rate info for Adobe Creative Cloud monthly subscription to be provided). Chromebooks can not be used for this course.
    In this 2 -Way Live Stream Course, students will explore traditional graphic design techniques; learn to navigate the Photoshop tools to create posters, T-shirts, special effects, illusions, and more! Through the live stream, students will receive real-time virtual instruction with an onsite production assistant.
  • Instructor: Keicha Barnum,mrsb.summitacademy@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-12
    Prerequisite: Graphic Design 1
    Required Supplies: Laptop w/Adobe InDesign (student rate info for Adobe Creative Cloud monthly subscription to be provided)
    In this 2 -Way Live Stream course students will learn to integrate text & images into page layouts to create their own 12 page mini magazine. Students will learn from the virtual instructor in real-time with the help of an onsite production assistant.

Critical Thinking

  • Instructor: Lisa Meredith, lameredith1391@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 3-12
    Chess Club is designed as a class to learn the basic skills of Chess. The game of Chess increases critical thinking skills, analytical skills, and decision making. From beginners to advanced players students can earn medals, trophies, make new friends, and have fun.

Language Arts

  • Instructor: Alexa Cullom, alexa.montello@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Required Books: TBA
    Students will read a variety of American Literature works through a historical, literary, artistic, & Biblical lens. Students will develop critical thinking, reading/ writing skills while using a variety of artistic mediums to build personal connections to literature.
  • Instructor: Jennifer Dover, jenniferjb444@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 7-12
    Students will create original compositions in various genres, developing skills as they grow in writing processes, enhancing construction as writers; they will connect creative thoughts into expanded ideas then into fully realized pieces of language art.
  • Instructor: Jennifer Dover, jenniferjb444@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Prerequisite: Creative Writing 1
    Building upon the foundations learned in Creative Writing I, this course will enable students to continue developing and applying writing and language skills for creative expression in a variety of literary forms. Studying and modeling a variety of genres will be emphasized at this level.
  • Instructor: Alexa Cullom, alexa.montello@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 8-9
    Required Books: TBA
    Students will read multiple genres including short story, novel, poetry, drama, realistic fiction, fantasy, & non-fiction. Students will learn how different literary elements/ techniques are used within a text, and will develop skills in narrative, informational, persuasive, research, and creative writing.
  • Instructor: Jennifer Dover, jenniferjb444@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-8
    This course teaches proper grammar mechanics (e.g. parts of speech, verb usage, sentence structure) needed to enhance writing skills. Various writing assignments will be required as students learn to incorporate learned skills & steps of writing process into their works. Weekly homework, some quizzes.
  • Instructor: Leila Rothermel, leila.rothermel@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 3-5
    Prerequisite: 0-1 yr IEW experience
    Required Book: Fables, Myths and Fairy Tales Writing Lessons: Student Book ISBN 9781623413095
    A wide variety of adventures for imaginative and enjoyable writing. Students will learn to take notes, retell narrative stories, summarize references, write from pictures, and compose their own stories. Homework is limited to one paragraph per week.
  • Instructor: Leila Rothermel, leila.rothermel@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 5-7
    Prerequisite: Please contact instructor with questions regarding placement prior to registering
    Required Book: U.S. History Based Writing Lessons (Student Book Only) ISBN 9781623413248
    Intended for students who are ready to develop writing skills past the beginner level. These lessons cover all 9 IEW Units including summarizing references, writing from pictures, and formal essay models.
  • Instructor: Leila Rothermel, leila.rothermel@gmail.com
    Tuition: $40/mo; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 7-9
    Prerequisite: Please contact instructor with questions regarding placement prior to registering
    Required Books: Advanced U.S. History-Based Writing Lessons: Student Book ISBN 9781623412326; Uncle Tom’s Cabin (Stowe, specifically ISBN 0553212184); Huckleberry Finn (Twain); The Gardener (Stewart); The Boy on the Wooden Box (Leyson)
    A composition and literature class for students who have completed 2 years of IEW, this rigorous course prepares students for high school essay-writing. Through the lens of American history, focus is on essay styles: contrast, argumentative, persuasive, analysis, & the super-essay.
  • Instructor: Julie Pittman, juliepittman4kids@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 7-12
    Required Book: TBD
    In our daily texts & emails, learning to effectively communicate thoughts & ideas can be a challenge. We will improve our communication through current event discussion, interviews, and reporting on news & important issues. Hopefully, we can get published as well!
  • Instructor: Joey Iiams, jiiams@comcast.net
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $30-35/term
    Recommended Grades: K-1
    Students will be inspired to love books & reading! Phonic sheets, reading & letter writing, & basic elements of literature will be covered. We will make puppets, do crafts, play word games, & have occasional snacks while we learn to love reading!
  • Instructor: Joey Iiams, jiiams@comcast.net
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $35-40/term
    Recommended Grades: 2-3
    Required Books: TBA
    Learn about literary tools, used in writing, to make books interesting! Students will expand their vocabulary, while reading a selection of fun books. Felt story boards & other projects, will bring stories to life! Moderate homework of worksheets, quizzes, & reading required.
  • Instructor: Erin Duke, erin@summitacademy.net
    Tuition: $40/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 7-9
    A quintessential collection of American, British and World literature in a thought-provoking round table style class where we won’t just Google the answers. Literary comprehension, critical thinking emphasized. Shakespeare, Poe, Bronte, Chaucer, others. Supply Fee includes curriculum. Novels purchased separately. Reading & homework required.
  • Instructor: Alexa Cullom, alexa.montello@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 11-12
    Required Books: TBA: We will use a variety of novels & supplementary texts
    This course will help students with written & oral communication, while improving their analytical skills. We will use a variety of literary texts/ genres to help students with close readings and the ability analyze literature as well as focusing on structure, formatting, & mechanics.
  • Instructor: Erin Duke, erin@summitacademy.net
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 4-5
    Join us on a carnival ride through the very best of classic childhood literature. From fables and tall tales, to novels and poetry, this curriculum is a must for your elementary student! Student curriculum included in supply fee. Novels purchased separately. Reading & homework required.
  • Instructor: Jacquelyn Whetzel, whetzelfamily@yahoo.com and Erin Duke
    Tuition: $45/mo; Supply Fee: $45/term
    Recommended Grades: K-1, 2-3
    SCIENCE! LANGUAGE ARTS! MATH! This jam-packed, hands-on class covers these core skills. We will link each subject using games, manipulatives, and experiments. We will have a lot of fun in the process! 6 spots available for K-1 students; 6 spots available for 2-3 grade students.
  • Instructor: Alexa Cullom, alexa.montello@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Required Books: TBA
    Students will explore and respond to literature from various global, historical, & social contexts. Students will read multiple genres of world literature including epic poems, graphic texts, & plays, and examine the context that shaped each text.

Languages

  • Instructor: Deanna Hill, deakay4christ@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-11
    Required Book: Signing Naturally: Student Workbook, Units 1-6 (Book & DVDs) ISBN 1581212100
    Learn the basic concept of ASL, deaf culture, how to communicate with a deaf person, and the basic etiquettes of ASL.
  • Instructor: Deanna Hill, deakay4christ@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 10-12
    Required Book: Signing Naturally: Student Workbook, Units 7-12 (Book & DVDs) ISBN 1581212216
    Learn the basic concept of interpreting ASL from and to English. We will also learn more about the deaf culture and how to carry on a conversation with a deaf person.
  • Instructor: Deanna Hill, deakay4christ@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: K-5
    Learning the basic ways of communicating in sign language with fun games and activities.
  • Instructor: Deanna Hill, deakay4christ@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-8
    Learning the basic ways of communicating in sign language with fun games and activities.
  • Instructor: Tatjana Joyner, tatjanajoyner@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Required Book: Portfolio Deutsch NEU Level 1
    This introductory class offers students a dynamic approach to learning the German language. The curriculum is based on the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking in various manners.
  • Instructor: Tatjana Joyner, tatjanajoyner@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-8
    This introductory class offers students a dynamic approach to learning the German language. The curriculum is based on the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking in various manners.
  • Instructor: Norka Escobar Stover, stovers98@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $40/mo; Supply Fee: $40/term (includes workbook)
    Recommended Grades: 6-8 (also open to 9th graders not yet ready for Spanish 1 as a HS credit)
    Continuation of Spanish grammar & conversation, paced for the MS student with exposure to the language through prior classwork. Through fun games, interactive activities, and an emphasis on conversation, students will be introduced to vocabulary & grammar used in HS Spanish 1.
  • Instructor: Norka Escobar Stover, stovers98@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $55/mo, + $55 extra for 2 sessions beginning of term Aug, & 2 sessions end of term Nov.; Supply/Lab Fee: $55/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Prerequisite: Recommend but not required 1 year Spanish
    Required Books: Realidades 1 Student Textbook (any ed.) ISBN 978013106873, Realidades 1 Guided Practice Activities Workbook (PDF included with supply fee, ISBN 9780131164741)
    Students will learn basics of listening & speaking Spanish, as they experience the culture of Hispanic countries. Rigorous HS course w/workload of 45 min/day, 4x/week. Midterms, final exams given & graded. Includes access to blog w/resources, videos, etc. CLASS time: 45min. grammar, 45min. conversation.
  • Instructor: Norka Escobar Stover, stovers98@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $55/mo, + $55 extra for 2 sessions beginning of term Aug, & 2 sessions end of term Nov.; Supply/Lab Fee: $55/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Prerequisite: Passing grade in Spanish 1 or placement test
    Required Books: Realidades 2 Student (any ed.) ISBN 9780131340923, Realidades 2 Practice Workbook (PDF included with supply fee) ISBN 9780130360021
    Students will build on skills acquired in Spanish I; emphasis on fluidity & improving grammar. Cultural activities included as we study Spanish speaking countries. Rigorous course: workload of 45 min/day, 4x/week. Includes access to blog w/resources, videos, etc. CLASS time: 45min/grammar, 45min/lab
  • Instructor: Norka Escobar Stover, stovers98@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $55/mo, + $55 extra for 2 sessions beginning of term Aug, & 2 sessions end of term Nov.; Supply Fee: $55/term
    Recommended Grades: 11-12
    Prerequisite: Passing grade in Spanish 2 or placement test
    Required Books: Realidades 3, Student Edition, ISBN 978-0133691757
    Students will build upon the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking Spanish acquired in Spanish 2. Special emphasis will be placed upon increased fluidity in conversation and perfecting grammar. The culture of Spanish-speaking countries will be an important part of this course.
  • Instructor: Norka Escobar Stover, stovers98@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term (includes book)
    Recommended Grades: 3-5
    This intro-level class will provide a foundation for Spanish language learning. Students will learn the basics of listening, speaking & translating Spanish through games & role-play in an exciting environment. Cultural enrichment is an important part as students are introduced to each Spanish speaking country.

Leadership/ Life Skills

  • Instructor: Kristin Burke, kristay8372@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 2-5
    Let the Adventure begin! This is an all boys class where we learn by doing fun crafts, playing team building games, make & build things, and learn life & leadership skills. Several of our classes will be held outside enjoying God's great outdoors.
  • Instructor: Andrew Graham, agraham1358@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $40-45/term
    Recommended Grades: K-12
    Learn the basics of cooking, through learning both how to cook savory and sweet dishes on a rotating basis.
  • Instructor: Allison Hunter, allisonhuntersa@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mon; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Required Book: Dave Ramsey Foundations in Personal Finance Homeschool Edition Student Text
    As your children begin their financial lives, set them up to live debt free. Saving, budgeting, credit, debt, financial planning, insurance, taxes, & giving are covered through engaging presentations from Dave and others, case studies, & various activities.
  • Instructor: Denise Powell, dpowell0831@gmail.com
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-12 (any skill level)
    Required Supplies: sewing machine, basic sewing supplies & all project supplies
    Students will learn basic sewing skills & terminology, how to read & follow patterns, how to operate a sewing machine with confidence. Students will work on projects of their choice (within guidelines) with individual assistance from instructor. Limit: 4 students. Parents welcome to stay.
  • Instructor: Amy Higgins, higgins1528@gmail.com
    Tuition: $0/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-12
    Required Book: Bible (recommended translations: NIV, ESV, NKJV, NLT)
    The best way to get to know the bible is to study it! We'll study 1 book of the Bible for the school year. Students read & answer 3 questions weekly. In class we discuss/share answers & dig deep into the truth of God's word.

Math

  • Instructor: Kim Hudgens-Abrams, dkabrams@comcast.net
    Tuition: $45/mo; Supply Fee: $20/year
    Recommended Grades: 8-10
    Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra
    Required Texts: Saxon Algebra 1 ISBN 9781565771345); Saxon Algebra 1 Solutions Manual ISBN 9781565771376
    1-year college prep class for high school students. Algebra 1 Saxon is an incremental development and continual review course including exponents, polynomials, factoring, graphing & other algebra concepts. Upon course completion, students will have mastered skills necessary for higher level mathematics.
  • Instructor: Tara Runyan, tarabrunyan@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo + extra $37.50 fall term; Supply Fee: $15/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Prerequisite: Algebra 1
    Required Supplies: Saxon Algebra 2 (3rd ed) Home Study Kit, ISBN 9781565771406 — only textbook & answer key booklet (to check homework) required. Students will not need test forms booklet. Scientific calculator required.
    REQUIRED: Add'l 1 Aug/2 Dec classes. Algebra 2 Saxon is an incremental development and continual review course covering quadratic equations, logarithms, systems of equations, & other algebra concepts. Graded tests given every three weeks with a graded mid-term and final at the end of each semester.
  • Instructor: Tara Runyan, tarabrunyan@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo + extra $37.50 in August; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Prerequisite: Algebra 1
    Required Books: Homeschool Kit (1st ed), ISBN 1600329764; NO need to dread Saxon since it's used as a guide but not strictly adhered to as weekly lessons are sorted based on similar concepts. Only Textbook and Solutions Manual (to check homework) required. Students will not need the Test Booklet. Scientific Calculator required.
    REQUIRED: Add'l 1 Aug/2 Dec classes. Saxon Geometry is an incremental development and continual review course covering triangle congruence, postulates and theorems, two-column proofs, and other Geometry concepts. Guided notes will be provided to students on a weekly basis. Graded tests, mid-term, and final.
  • Instructor: Erin Duke, erin@summitacademy.net
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 4-5
    Hands on and interactive reinforcement of 4-5 grade core curriculum taught at home. We will use manipulatives and games to practice skills in multiplication, division, beginning geometry, measurement, place value, fractions & decimals, etc.
  • Instructor: Kim Hudgens-Abrams, dkabrams@comcast.net
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $20/year
    Recommended Grades: 7-8
    Required Books: Math-U-See Pre-Algebra Instruction Manual ISBN: 1608260275, Student Pack ISBN: 9781608263462
    The Math-U-See curriculum emphasizes the mastery of new concepts and the review of previous lessons. Concepts taught include negative numbers, factoring, exponents, polynomials & solving equations using associative, commutative & distributive properties.
  • Instructor: Kelsey Council, jkcouncil31@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 5-6
    Prerequisite: Complete Saxon 54 or placement test given
    Required Book: Saxon Math 6/5 Home Study Kit (3rd ed) ISBN 9781591413486
    Saxon math homeschool teaches math with the spiral approach, which emphasizes incremental development of new material & continuous review of previously taught concepts. Weekly class covers 3-4 lessons. Homework must be completed & graded by parent at home.
  • Instructor: Holly Covington, tomandholly1@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-7
    Prerequisite: Complete Saxon 65 or placement test given
    Required Book: Saxon Math 7/6 Home Study Kit (4th ed) ISBN 9781591413493
    Saxon math homeschool teaches math with the spiral approach, which emphasizes incremental development of new material & continuous review of previously taught concepts. Weekly class covers 3-4 lessons. Homework must be completed & graded by parent at home.
  • Instructor: Tara Runyan, tarabrunyan@gmail.com
    Tuition: $40/mo; Supply Fee: $20/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-8
    Prerequisite: Complete Saxon 7/6 or placement test given
    Required Book: Saxon Math 8/7 (3rd ed) Home Study Kit, ISBN 9781591413509
    Covers Pre-algebra & other MS concepts such as geometry and statistics. Saxon teaches math with the spiral approach, which emphasizes incremental development of new material & continuous review of previously taught concepts. Homework must be completed & graded by parent at home.
  • Instructor: Jacquelyn Whetzel, whetzelfamily@yahoo.com and Erin Duke
    Tuition: $45/mo; Supply Fee: $45/term
    Recommended Grades: K-1, 2-3
    SCIENCE! LANGUAGE ARTS! MATH! This jam-packed, hands-on class covers these core skills. We will link each subject using games, manipulatives, and experiments. We will have a lot of fun in the process! 6 spots available for K-1 students; 6 spots available for 2-3 grade students.

Music & Drama

  • Instructor: Hannah Rock, rockhousemusicstudio@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-12
    Required Supplies: closed toe shoes
    Students will assist Theater Classes with many elements of stage management for fall/spring productions. Students will design & create sets/props. Students MUST also serve behind the scenes during tech week & at least 1 show during Show Week as the Crew.
  • Instructor: Isabella Diaz, bellaboo112004@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $30-45/term
    Recommended Grades: K-5
    Required Supplies: TBD
    Introductory ballet using songs & games to teach balance, rhythm, movement, coordination, & basic ballet steps.
  • Instructor: Kristin Burke, kristay8372@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-12
    Required Supplies: Families must provide costumes for character(s) for your student, following casting & costume assignments.
    Creatively improve communication, stage presence, diction, and delivery through the physical & emotional craft of acting learning theater techniques, improv, games, & audition for plays. Fall performance includes a festival of 1-acts. Full-length play in the spring.
  • Instructor: Hannah Rock, rockhousemusicstudio@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: K-7
    Required Supplies: Families must provide costumes for character(s) for your student, following casting & costume assignments.
    Students will develop character, stage confidence and grow their musicality, storytelling, & body posturing through the basics of musical theater. Some rehearsals & performances will be scheduled outside of class.
  • Instructor: Hannah Rock, rockhousemusicstudio@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo; Supply Fee: $45/term
    Recommended Grades: 8-12
    Required Supplies: Costumes for performance, must be approved by director
    This is a 2-hour class. Students will develop character, stage confidence and grow their musicality, storytelling, & body posturing through the basics of performance. Some rehearsals & performances will be scheduled outside of class
  • Instructor: Amanda Cramer, sapianoamandacramer@gmail.com
    Tuition: $40/month; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 1-8
    Required Supplies: Electronic keyboard w/at least 61 keys
    Full class period includes individual lesson time, theory training & worksheets, and activities to reinforce learning. Teaching is individualized to each student’s skill level.
  • Instructor: Amanda Cramer, sapianoamandacramer@gmail.com
    Tuition: $25/month; Supply Fee: $25/term
    Recommended Grades: 2-8
    This exciting class will teach melody notes, timing, musical arrangements, theory, & basic harmony. Some solo opportunities will be available. Classes include vocal warmups, lyric memorization, theory worksheets to reinforce learning. We will learn several current & traditional worship songs each term. Min 6 students.

Physical Education

  • Instructor: Terry Liu, lukarate333@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $40/mo; Supply: $50/yr (for uniform)
    Recommended Grades: K-8
    Students will learn confidence, focus, self control, respect, and punching and kicking.
  • Instructor: Veska Todorova, angdio@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply: $5/term
    Recommended Grades: 2-12
    Required Book: TBD
    Required Attire: athletic shoes & clothing (modest length shorts or sweatpants & t-shirt – no tank tops)
    1-hour class. Emphasis on physical conditioning, knowledge of muscle groups, appropriate stretching techniques, individual & team games, & physical fitness. Students will also learn how physical, mental, social, & spiritual health factors work together to impact their lives, and how to make better choices to improve their lifestyle.

Science

  • Instructor: Laura Langford, laura.langford3@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo, plus $25 add’l due August for 2 add’l classes; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Required Books: Apologia Exploring Creation w/Biology (3rd ed.) ISBN: 9781946506450; Solutions & Tests for Exploring Creation w/Biology (3rd ed.) ISBN: 9781946506467; recommended: Exploring Creation w/Biology Student Notebook (3rd ed) ISBN: 9781946506481; good microscope highly recommended
    REQUIRED: add'l 2 August classes (starts 2 weeks early). Class covers basic topics such as classification, cells, energy, ecology, genetics, creation, & evolution. In class we introduce major concepts, answer questions & do activities, microscopes & dissections. Weekly reading & homework, with quizzes and tests.
  • Instructor: Amy Higgins, higgins1528@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-7
    Required Book: Exploring Creation w/Chemistry & Physics, ISBN 9781935495987 AND Exploring Creation w/Chemistry & Physics Notebooking Journal, ISBN 9781940110059
    From atoms & molecules to the laws of motion & thermodynamics, students will be filled with wonder as they discover God’s design for the universe. Class includes lesson, hands on activities & experiments. (Reading & written homework: allow 30 min. 2-3 days per week to complete)
  • Instructor: Amy Higgins, higgins1528@gmail.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 5-6
    Required Book: Exploring Creation w/Human Anatomy & Physiology – Young Explorer Series, ISBN 978-1935495147 AND Exploring Creation w/Human Anatomy & Physiology – Young Explorer Series NOTEBOOKING JOURNAL ISBN 9781935495154
    From brains to toenails and all cells in between, students will discover the human body and how God intelligently designed us all. Class includes lesson, hands on activities/experiments. (Reading & written homework: allow 30 min. 2-3 days per week to complete.)
  • Instructor: Stephanie Merritt, slhmerritt@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo, plus $25 add’l due August for 2 add’l classes; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 10-12
    Prerequisite: Biology
    Required Book: Apologia Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology, The Human Body (2nd ed.) ISBN 9781935495727; Kaplan Medical Anatomy Coloring Book (7th ed.) ISBN 9781506250274
    REQUIRED: add'l 2 August classes (starts 2 weeks early). A human body course that covers both anatomy & physiology of each human body's 11 organ systems. It is recommended by Apologia for students who have completed both HS biology and chemistry. Regardless, responsibility of course is on student based on parent's discretionary choice.
  • Instructor: Stephanie Merritt, slhmerritt@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo, plus $25 add’l due August for 2 add’l classes; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 10-12
    Prerequisite: Biology
    Required Book: Forensic Science Bertino & Bertino (2nd ed.) ISBN 9781305077119
    REQUIRED: add'l 2 August classes (starts 2 weeks early). Forensic Science is a hands-on laboratory and project-based learning course that will lead the student through a foundation of law and criminal justice, history of forensics, and modern scientific advances in the field. Hair, fibers, DNA, poisons, arson, explosions, fingerprinting and more will be studied. BEFORE YOU REGISTER: please contact instructor for a listing of course content and materials used so you are fully aware of the occasionally graphic nature of our study.
  • Instructor: Amanda Hall, zippymom72@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-10
    Required Books: Friendly Biology Text (Christian Worldview Ed.) ISBN: 9781544223681; Student Workbook ISBN: 9781544623078
    Friendly Biology opens the world of biology to high school students in a gentle, non-intimidating manner. Students are led through meaningful, well-written lessons & lab activities with the goal of attaining a greater respect for the beauty and complexity of living things.
  • Instructor: Laura Langford, laura.langford3@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo, plus $25 add’l due August for 2 add’l classes; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 10-12
    Required Books: Friendly Chemistry Student Edition (4th ed.), ISBN: 9781456511364
    REQUIRED: add'l 2 August classes (starts 2 weeks early). This class covers major topics (atomic theory, periodic table, compounds, reactions, gas laws etc.) in a fun, approachable manner without much math. Lots of activities, labs & other hands-on learning! Reading, homework & an online test weekly.
  • Instructor: Amanda Hall, zippymom72@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 7-8
    This survey of 7/8th grade science topics will include the scientific method, lab safety and measurement, cells, microscopes, electricity, chemistry concepts, and earth science. The text: Everything You Need to Ace Science in One Big Fat Notebook will be provided by the instructor.
  • Instructor: Laura Langford, laura.langford3@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo, plus $25 add’l due August for 2 add’l classes; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 10-12
    Prerequisite: Algebra 1
    Required Books: Discovering Design with Chemistry, ISBN: 9780996278461; Answer Key &Tests for Discovering Design with Chemistry ISBN: 9780996278478
    REQUIRED: add'l 2 August classes (starts 2 weeks early). This rigorous college-prep class covers atomic structure, the periodic table, reactions, acids/bases, energy & more. Class time includes introducing concepts, problem solving & labs. Weekly reading & homework. Quizzes, tests, lab reports & a research project.
  • Instructor: Laura Langford, laura.langford3@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo, plus $25 add’l due August for 2 add’l classes; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 8-9
    Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra
    Required Books: Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science (3rd ed.) ISBN: 9781946506511; Exploring Creation with Physical Science Solutions & Tests (3rd ed.) ISBN: 9781946506528; Exploring Creation with Physical Science Student Notebook (3rd ed.) ISBN 9781946506542
    REQUIRED: add'l 2 August classes (starts 2 weeks early). The class covers basic topics from chemistry and physics with some earth science. Class time spent learning concepts, answering questions, & doing experiments. Weekly reading and homework. Quizzes, tests, and some projects also assigned.
  • Instructor: Laura Langford, laura.langford3@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo, plus $25 add’l due August for 2 add’l classes; Supply Fee: $50/term
    Recommended Grades: 11-12
    Books: Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program, 2009 (4th ed.) ISBN 9780133647495 (a secular textbook); Guided Reading and Study Workbook, Student ed. ISBN 9780133647396
    REQUIRED: add'l 2 August classes (starts 2 weeks early). Topics: motion, light, sound, electricity, magnetism & more with hands-on labs. Weekly reading, homework & tests. Class is solid enough for college-prep but has much less math than traditional physics classes. It still requires critical thinking!
  • Instructor: Amy Higgins, higgins1528@gmail.com
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 2-5
    Science Experiments Cycle 1— Weekly, students explore new science concepts with a short lesson and then plunge into the fun & excitement of scientific discovery by doing hands-on science activities & experiments related to our lesson. No book required. Class material rotated on 2-yr cycle.
  • Instructor: Amanda Hall, zippymom72@gmail.com
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 1-5
    During the fall term we will study paleontology! During the spring term we will focus on machines and motion. All classes include hands-on activities, labs, and occasionally a short video. Students will also compile a simple notebook. Read more...
  • Instructor: Jacquelyn Whetzel, whetzelfamily@yahoo.com and Erin Duke
    Tuition: $45/mo; Supply Fee: $45/term
    Recommended Grades: K-1, 2-3
    SCIENCE! LANGUAGE ARTS! MATH! This jam-packed, hands-on class covers these core skills. We will link each subject using games, manipulatives, and experiments. We will have a lot of fun in the process! 6 spots available for K-1 students; 6 spots available for 2-3 grade students.
  • Instructors: Jason Tripp, wanderer_1972@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 3-5
    The class will be focused on building projects that demonstrate engineering and different forms of power; mechanical and electrical.
  • Instructors: Jason Tripp, wanderer_1972@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-8
    The class will be focused on building projects that demonstrate engineering and different forms of power; mechanical and electrical.

Social Studies

  • Instructor: Jacquelyn Whetzel, whetzelfamily@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 2-5
    Grab your passport, travel the world, and learn about amazing cultures! We'll discuss geographical location, language, food, currency, flags, animals, lifestyles, etc. of each county. We'll make crafts, play cultural games, & occasionally taste native foods.
  • Instructor: Alexa Cullom, alexa.montello@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $10/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    FALL: Economics — Students will study how individuals, businesses, & countries use resources. They will learn wise consumerism, how a free market economy functions, & government actions to regulate economy. Special attention will be given to researching an occupation & preparing a detailed monthly budget.
    SPRING: Government — Students learn their rights & responsibilities as citizens as they study the Constitution, voting, elections, 3 branches of govt., how bills become laws. We’ll study why our founders chose our government system & how it functions today. Students will complete a short research paper.
  • Instructor: Julie PIttman, juliepittman4kids@gmail.com
    Tuition: $35/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 6-8
    Required Book: The Georgia Studies Book: Our State and The Nation (edition / ISBN TBA)
    Let's discuss the history, government, & current events of our state! GA had an important role in early U.S. history & is the modern hub of the southeast. Today in GA History website will provide supplemental material written to GA 8th grade standards.
  • Instructor: Jocelyn Iiams, jiiams@comcast.net
    Tuition: $25/mo; Supply Fee: $30-35/term
    Recommended Grades: K-2
    A stand alone, or part of a 3-yr history core class. Students will be introduced to ancient, medieval, & late-modern history. Throughout the term, there will be picture passports, crafts, games, music, & an end of term banquet, to bring it all to life!
  • Instructor: Jocelyn Iiams, jiiams@comcast.net
    Tuition: $30/mo; Supply Fee: $35-40/term
    Recommended Grades: 3-5
    A stand alone or part of a 3-yr history core class. Students will delve deeper, with additional events during the ancient, medieval, & late modern times of history. Detailed passport journals, hands on activities, end of term banquets, & moderate homework, to reinforce learning.
  • Instructor: Jacquelyn Whetzel, whetzelfamily@yahoo.com
    Tuition: $30/month; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 2-5
    Prerequisite: Strong reading skills
    Required Books: American Girl books: Meet Samantha, Meet Rebecca, Meet Kit, Meet Molly, Meet MaryEllen, Meet Nanea, Meet Julie
    Cycle 2: Well-behaved women DO make history. Explore American history with AGs: Samantha, Rebecca, Kit, Molly, MaryEllen, Nanea, Julie and other “her”story-making women. We will read, craft, study biblical character traits, and learn about amazing women from the 1900s to the 1970s. Light homework required.
  • Instructor: Julie PIttman, juliepittman4kids@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 8-12
    Required Supplies: Streams of Civilization Vol.1 ISBN 9781629820507; Access to a phone/ camera required for some art appreciation assignments
    History lovers & those looking for a unique way to fulfill HS World History requirements; dive into this study of the Medieval, Renaissance, & Reformation eras! Varied class assignments & an emphasis on productive class discussion will expand reading, writing, & reasoning skills of students. Plan for adequate time to complete reading/writing assignments. HONORS OPTION & CREDIT AVAILABLE — contact instructor for more info.
  • Instructor: Julie Pittman, juliepittman4kids@gmail.com
    Tuition: $50/mo; Supply Fee: $30/term
    Recommended Grades: 10-12
    Required Book: TBA
    A required course for HS students can be exciting! Join us for a survey of U.S. History from exploration to modern events. We will cover the foundation of our country and government, preparing students for future study & graduation! 1.5 hour class.
  • Instructor: Maya Nguyen, vanchinguyen@hotmail.com
    Tuition: $40/mo; Supply Fee: $35/term
    Recommended Grades: 9-12
    Required Book: BJU World History 4th ed
    Students will explore modern to ancient civilizations & artifacts using charts, timelines, maps, and other features.

Study Hall & Lunch

  • Contact: Jill Butcher, jill@summitacademy.net
    Tuition: $5/mo (supervisor will vary based on group assignments — tuition is paid directly to them)
    Grades: K-5 (to be divided into smaller groups based on age/enrollment)
    Book: (optional purchase for use at home to encourage family discussion) 10-Minute Bible Journey, ISBN 9780892217557
    Required Supplies: Must bring own lunch & clear drink
    Supervised lunch that includes (while eating) a time of learning age-appropriate Biblical truths following lessons in the 10-Minute Bible Journey and supplementary material from The Jesus Storybook Bible. Students are given time for relaxing / socializing following the Gospel-centered, life-applicable readings.
  • Contacts: Amy Higgins, higgins1528@gmail.com (spiritual content); Jill Butcher, jill@summitacademy.net (logistics)
    Cost: No fee (students must clean up after themselves — failure to do so will result in cleaning fee)
    Grades: 6-12 (required for any student attending period before or after lunch. See par. 7 of SA Policies & Procedures.)
    Book: (optional purchase for use at home to encourage family discussion) 10-Minute Bible Journey, ISBN 9780892217557
    Required Supplies: Must bring own lunch & clear drink
    Supervised lunch that includes (while eating) a time of learning & discussing age-appropriate Biblical truths following lessons in the 10-Minute Bible Journey. Students are given time for relaxing / socializing following the Gospel-centered, life-applicable readings & discussion. Students must clean up after themselves. Failure to do so will result in cleaning fees charged.
  • Cost: $10/student/period
    Grades: 6-12 only (absolutely NO ELEMENTARY STUDENTS)
    MUST BRING WORK TO DO! Space & supervision are limited, therefore no more than 1 study hall period/student/day allowed unless approved by site director first. If scheduling conflict due to SA schedule (e.g. piano lesson) causes student to need study hall for less than 30 minutes, there is no charge.

2022-23 Schedule​

Schedule SUBJECT TO CHANGE (classes added and/or cancelled) as registrations dictate. NOTE: Classes listed in RED are full; please do NOT register for them. (See FAQ about wait lists here...)
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