Core Subjects
8th Grade English
Mrs. Fong
Course description coming soon.
BJU Math 7
Mrs. Knapp
A foundational study into the descriptive power of the basics of math.
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Pre-Algebra
Mr. Ortega
I hope that I can effectively convey to your students my enjoyment of math and my passion for learning. My favorite teachers growing up were those who were knowledgeable and who seemed to sincerely enjoy what they taught. That is my goal this year. Math is fun, engaging, stimulating, and deeply important for our kids' development. I am truly excited to take this pre-algebra journey with the students of Vine this year.
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7/8 History: Early America & Explorers
Mrs. Korjenek
From the European Explorers to the beginning of the 19th century, we will cover all the major events in early American history. Discussions and class projects will help us to ask why we think these events in history happened and how it has shaped the United States we live in today.​
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7/8 Intro to Anatomy & Physiology
Mrs. McWilliams
Anatomy and Physiology is a challenging, complex, and exciting class. We will cover the structure of the body as well as how the body's various parts work together. We will use the Apologia Exploring Creation with Anatomy and Physiology curriculum. The text has 14 lessons which include comprehensive reading material on each subject, a variety of in-class activities, and study questions. The Anatomy Notebooking Journal is the companion to the textbook and provides students with a place to keep class notes, homework assignments, and in class activities organized.
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Electives & Special Interest
Jr. High Bible (6th–8th Grade)
Mrs. Kastle
Class - Faith and Real Life
This weekly class is aimed at giving students an understanding of the Bible. Seeking truth through Scripture and how God's Word can be applied to our everyday lives.
Psalm 25:4-5, "Show me Your ways, O LORD; Teach me Your paths. Lead me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; on You I wait all the day."
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- Bible
- Pens/Pencils
- A heart to learn and a mind to be taught
5th–12th Theater
Mrs. Korjenek
Theater is a fun and engaging class. Theater runs the 2nd semester of the school year. This is Mrs. Korjenek's 3rd year with Vine's theater program. More details to come soon about our Spring show.
5th–12th Creative Art
Mrs. Fong
Creative Art is a mixed media art class that will create projects including 2D drawing and painting that will teach perspective, shading, and value. Other projects include mosaics, wood burning, foil embossing, and printmaking (and more!).
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There is a $75 supply fee for the year (about $2 per week), which can be paid via Venmo to Peter-Fong-9, check, or cash on the first day of class.
Materials Required:
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Pencils
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Pencil sharpener
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Large eraser
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Black pen
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Black sharpie
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Two paintbrushes (small @ 2 and medium @ 8, 10)
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Water color paints
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Ruler
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Scissors
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Tacky glue
7th-12th Home Economics
Mrs. Korjenek
This one semester Home Economics course will prepare students with practical life skills for independent living. Students will learn kitchen safety, nutrition, cooking, baking, budgeting, sewing, clothing care, household management, gardening, and hospitality. Through hands on activities and collaborative projects, students will develop confidence in caring for themselves and others.
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8th-12th Fine Art
Mrs. Santiago
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This fine arts class explores classical and modern techniques through hands-on practice in graphite sketching, watercolor painting, and acrylic painting, paired with art history discussions that connect your work to great masters from the past.
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Course Overview
-Graphite Sketching: Learn line, shade, form, and light. Build strong drawing skills.
-Watercolor Painting:Â Master washes, wet-on-wet style, and transparent layers.
-Acrylic Painting:Â Mix rich colors, use bold brush strokes, and build thick textures.Â
-Art History:Â Study key movements. See how past artists inspire modern work.
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What You Will Learn
-Observation:Â Train your eyes to see shapes and values accurately.
-Medium Control:Â Practice tools and material safety for each art style.
-Critical Thinking:Â Talk about art styles and share ideas in a group.
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Graphite Sketching
-Pencil Set:Â Graphite pencils range from hard to soft (2B, 4B, 6B, HB)
-Sketchbook: Medium weight paper (9x12 inches or larger).
-Erasers:Â One kneaded eraser and one white plastic vinyl eraser.
-Blending Stump:Â Paper tortillas for smoothing gradients and shadows.
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Watercolor Painting
-Paint Set:Â Student-grade pan set or tubes (at least 12 basic colors).
-Brushes:Â Round brushes (sizes 2, 6, 10) and one 1-inch flat wash brush)
-Paper:Â Cold-press watercolor pad (140 lb/300 gsm weight).
-Board & Tape:Â Hardboard backing and painter's tape to secure your paper.
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Acrylic Painting
-Paint Tubes:Â Heavy body acrylics (Primary Red, Primary Blue, Primary Yellow, Mars Black, Titanium White).
-Brushes:Â Synthetic flat, filbert, and round brushes (small, medium, large).
-Surface:Â Stretched canvases or canvas panels (two 11x14 inch panels).
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Studio Essentials
-Water Jars:Â Two large plastic containers for rinsing brushes.
-Cleaning:Â Roll of paper towels or cotton rags for wiping tools.
-Box to put it all in
