Apologetics

Instructor: Sarah Money Description: Have you ever wondered if the Bible contradicts science, or does science support the Bible? In Apologetics, we will investigate evolution vs creation, creation in 6 days, how to use logic to defend your faith, evidence of a worldwide flood, radiometric dating, mutations and evolution, Biblical archeology, Biblical genealogies, fossil evidence, Ice Age, Plate Tectonics, and more!  Requirements: Be ready to give a defense for the hope of eternal life found in Jesus Christ alone.Use principles of logic to expose and avoid invalid arguments.State why an evolutionary worldview is inconsistent with the teachings of the Bible.Describe…

American Sign Language

Instructor: Claryce Cook Description: This course will be a basic introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, fingerspelling, and Deaf culture. Students will learn the alphabet, numbers, and common everyday signs. Students will learn to communicate with Deaf people using simple ASL sentences. The instruction will vary each class period. We will learn basic ASL grammar, drill vocabulary words and fingerspelling, use games to reinforce learning, and tests will be given to evaluate the student’s comprehension and skills. By the end of the first semester, students will be expected to use ASL to communicate in class with…

Stop Motion Animation

Instructor: Sarah Money Description: This course will introduce students to four of the main types of Stop Motion Animation. Stop motion is an animated-film making technique in which objects are physically manipulated in small increments between individually photographed frames so that they will appear to exhibit independent motion when the series of frames is played back as a fast sequence. This includes manipulating objects such as clay figures, humans, household items, and other objects. Requirements: The students will meet once a week. The students will participate in several projects in which they will demonstrate different techniques learned in class. They…

Martial Arts

Instructor: Mike Johnson Description: Active Self-Defense skills such as blocking, striking and defending against grabs will represent the core of this class.  This class will teach the tenets of Taekwondo; Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable Spirit.  The workouts will develop your child’s conditioning, strength and flexibility.  Progression in belt rank will be possible through participation in this class.  No free sparring will be allowed in this class.  I like to tell the parents we teach their children not just how to kick and punch but when to kick and punch.  Requirements: None Prerequisites: None Grades: Participation only See All…

Checkers/Chess Club

Instructor: Levi Washburn Description: This club will meet on Tuesdays afterschool from 3:15 – 3:45 pm.Checkers/Chess Club is for 7th-12th grade students who love to play checkers or chess or would like to learn how to play. Bringing snacks is encouraged! We encourage new and experienced students to hone their chess skills outside of the club by using www.chesskid.com. Requirements: 7th-12th Grade Student Prerequisites: None See All Courses Club Fee $100 for part time studentsNone for full time students Additional Clubs offered at MRA Run Club Instructor: Jennifer Sands Description: Run Club is for all students and meets every Tuesday…

Coding Club

Instructor: Michelle Valenzuela Description: Coding Club is an introduction to computer science, designed to show that anybody can learn the basics.  Learn to create computer programs, develop problem-solving skills, and work through fun challenges! Make games and creative projects to share with friends and family.We will meet on Thursday from 3:15-3:45 in the Yellow Room. Requirements: Students will need a laptop.  There are a few MRA laptops available to use on a first come for serve basis.  Please contact Mrs. Michelle Valenzuela to reserve one. Prerequisites: None See All Courses Club Fee $100 for part time studentsNone for full time…

Garden Club

Instructor: TBD Description: Junior Master Gardener Club will be an afterschool club that meets for 3-12th grade. We will learn all about plants, gardening, bugs, and much more! The Garden Club will meet during warmer months, with indoor activities on bad weather days. Our goal is to maintain the vegetable garden beds on the back of the school property. Produce that is grown will be divided up amongst the club participants to take home. Club fee will help fund the purchase of gardening supplies and seed/plants Requirements: None Prerequisites: None See All Courses Club Fee $100 for part time studentsNone…

Praise and Worship Club

Instructor: Gary Meinecke Description: Praise and Worship club will be an afterschool club that meets every Tuesday from 3:15 – 4:00 pm. This club is for students who love to sing, play an instrument, or are interested in learning more about leading worship. All students in 7th through 12th grade are invited to join us for a time of fun, fellowship, and of course, worship. We will not only learn what is means to worship the Lord through music, but we will also be discussing what it means to worship with our lives. Students in the club will also have…

Run Club

Instructor: Jennifer Sands Description: Run Club is for all students and meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:15 – 3:45 pm during warmer months. You don’t have to be a great runner, you just have to have a pair of running shoes and water. Practice is held after school from 3:15-3:45. We work on long distance running, sprints, relays, and even practice hurdles.  Each semester we have at least 3 optional 1mile/5k runs students can participate in on the weekend. Each race supports a great cause. We believe that running is more than about being healthy, it builds confidence, creates…

Ballet

Instructor: Courtney Johnson Description: This class is for middle school and high school girls who are new to ballet or have had some previous ballet. It covers basic positions, steps, and combinations at the barre and center floor. The second semester will mainly center on learning a dance for the spring Night to Remember. Requirements: This class will meet once per week. Homework is minimal and may include practicing the performance piece at home with a video. Prerequisites: None Grades: Grades will consist mostly of participation and preparedness (wearing the appropriate dance attire). See All Courses Level of Parental Involvement…