Language Arts 5

Instructor: Shannon Rosales Description: This course will cover grammar, mechanics of writing, and morphemes. Analytical Grammar will be our text to learn parts of speech, sentence patterns, and diagramming.  Jr. AG: Mechanics will cover capitalization and punctuation.  We will also learn roots, prefixes, and suffixes Word Roots. Requirements: This class will meet twice a week, and homework will be assigned each class period to be due the following class period. Tests and quizzes will be administered throughout the year.  Prerequisites: Fifth grade or higher reading level. Grades: Students will be graded on quizzes, homework, and tests. See All Courses Level…

Language Arts 4

Instructor: Shannon Rosales Description: This course continues from Language Arts 3, completing Volume 2 of The Logic of English. Students will learn 74 phonograms and 31 spelling rules to better understand the structure of the English language. Interactive learning will focus on decoding and spelling, while Shurley Grammar will deepen their grammar knowledge. Requirements: This class meets twice a week, with homework due at the following session. In addition to assigned homework, students should practice phonograms and spelling rules regularly. Tests will be given throughout the year, covering phonograms, spelling rules, and grammar. Prerequisites: Students new to MRA Language Arts…

Language Arts 3 Block

Instructor: Shannon Rosales Description: This course covers all aspects of Language Arts: reading, writing, spelling, and grammar. Students will explore quality literature, practice writing with IEW methods, and enhance spelling and grammar skills through Logic of English, focusing on phonograms, rules, and language structure. Requirements: This class meets twice a week for two hours. Homework, assigned each session, will vary in length and may include online resources like Raz Kids and Spelling Stars. Students should read daily and practice phonograms, spelling rules, and vocabulary. Tests and quizzes will be given throughout the year. Prerequisites: Students must meet a 3rd grade…

English Composition 4/5

Instructor: Candice Goode Description: This collection of writing lessons provides an incredible opportunity to increase your student’s understanding of Scripture as they improve their writing abilities. Working through all of IEW’s nine units—and beyond, these writing lessons use actual passages from Scripture as source texts. Requirements: During our weekly class time we will work through our new assignment together as a class. However, the majority of the student’s writing will occur at home during the week. Students will often read their prior week’s assignment aloud in class and I will collect all papers to check for required elements and lightly…

World Geography

Instructor: Catherine Rodecker Description: Join us on a global journey! Each week, we’ll explore a new country, pray for its children, and learn about its culture, climate, and geography. Students will research and present information about an assigned country. Grab your passport and explore God’s World with us! Requirements: Stay informed of your child’s assignments, due dates, and progress through the year; communicate with me should any problems arise.Assist your child with homework (correcting spelling, putting forth best effort, turning work in on time). This includes providing resources for your student and supervising internet usage. Make sure that your child…