Science
Recommended Sequence: Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy
Physical Science – Kimberly Taylor, Instructor
buteachertaylor@gmail.com
This course contains one semester of introductory Chemistry and one semester of introductory Physics. We will meet once a week for an hour and a half. We will be concentrating on developing the skills necessary to study high school science, including spending time learning how to take the multitude of information the text presents and breaking it down into manageable chunks for studying.
Course topics first semester will include: metric system, experimental design, matter, atomic structure, the periodic table and chemical reactions. Second semester topics include: work, fluid mechanics, energy, waves, electricity, and magnetism. The course will explore these two disciplines using hands on activities, projects, discussions and applications. Students should expect to spend 2 – 3 hours per week outside of class time on assignments.
This course is designed to be the first science course taken in high school, but it may be taken at any point. However, it is necessary to have finished pre-algebra. In addition, concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1 is recommended. Please note that if your student does not have the necessary math skills, he will struggle. The first semester involves abstract science concepts and the second semester involves numerous math concepts.
Several different books are listed under the same ISBN number. You do NOT need the one with earth science. We will only be covering introductory chemistry and physics. The necessary book has chapters 1-10 on chemistry and chapters 11-21 on physics.
Tuition is $190 per semester ($380 for the year)
Supply fee for labs and copies will be $15 for the year
Text: Physical Science: Concepts in Action, by Wysession, Frank, and Yancopoulos. Prentice Hall. ISBN-13 # 978-0-13-362817-3
buteachertaylor@gmail.com
This course contains one semester of introductory Chemistry and one semester of introductory Physics. We will meet once a week for an hour and a half. We will be concentrating on developing the skills necessary to study high school science, including spending time learning how to take the multitude of information the text presents and breaking it down into manageable chunks for studying.
Course topics first semester will include: metric system, experimental design, matter, atomic structure, the periodic table and chemical reactions. Second semester topics include: work, fluid mechanics, energy, waves, electricity, and magnetism. The course will explore these two disciplines using hands on activities, projects, discussions and applications. Students should expect to spend 2 – 3 hours per week outside of class time on assignments.
This course is designed to be the first science course taken in high school, but it may be taken at any point. However, it is necessary to have finished pre-algebra. In addition, concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1 is recommended. Please note that if your student does not have the necessary math skills, he will struggle. The first semester involves abstract science concepts and the second semester involves numerous math concepts.
Several different books are listed under the same ISBN number. You do NOT need the one with earth science. We will only be covering introductory chemistry and physics. The necessary book has chapters 1-10 on chemistry and chapters 11-21 on physics.
Tuition is $190 per semester ($380 for the year)
Supply fee for labs and copies will be $15 for the year
Text: Physical Science: Concepts in Action, by Wysession, Frank, and Yancopoulos. Prentice Hall. ISBN-13 # 978-0-13-362817-3
Biology – Kimberly Taylor, Instructor
buteachertaylor@gmail.com
This course will be an overview of general biological principles. Topics will include cell structure and function, genetics, evolution, classification, and study of the kingdoms of life. The course will be taught from a Christian worldview, utilizing both secular and Christian materials. The Scriptures will be honored and integrated into discussion of the many ethical issues in biology. EVOLUTION WILL BE COVERED.
This course is designed for 10th grade students but any high school student may participate. There are no prerequisites, but the student must be able to memorize massive amounts of information. Students should expect to spend 3 – 4 hours per week on assignments outside of the normal 1 ½ hour weekly class time. A few homework assignments will involve technology, including visiting websites that are applicable. The instructor will use email frequently. Class time will consist of lecture, group discussions and hands-on activities or mini-labs.
Participation in a biology lab outside of class is highly recommended. Application forms for the lab at Asbury are available on this site under additional programs.
Tuition: $190 per semester ($380 for the year)
Supply fee: $15 for year
Text: Biology by Miller and Levine, Prentice Hall. ISBN# 0-13-036701-X
Additional materials: Case for a Creator, student edition, by Lee Strobel
2 inch binder with loose leaf paper
buteachertaylor@gmail.com
This course will be an overview of general biological principles. Topics will include cell structure and function, genetics, evolution, classification, and study of the kingdoms of life. The course will be taught from a Christian worldview, utilizing both secular and Christian materials. The Scriptures will be honored and integrated into discussion of the many ethical issues in biology. EVOLUTION WILL BE COVERED.
This course is designed for 10th grade students but any high school student may participate. There are no prerequisites, but the student must be able to memorize massive amounts of information. Students should expect to spend 3 – 4 hours per week on assignments outside of the normal 1 ½ hour weekly class time. A few homework assignments will involve technology, including visiting websites that are applicable. The instructor will use email frequently. Class time will consist of lecture, group discussions and hands-on activities or mini-labs.
Participation in a biology lab outside of class is highly recommended. Application forms for the lab at Asbury are available on this site under additional programs.
Tuition: $190 per semester ($380 for the year)
Supply fee: $15 for year
Text: Biology by Miller and Levine, Prentice Hall. ISBN# 0-13-036701-X
Additional materials: Case for a Creator, student edition, by Lee Strobel
2 inch binder with loose leaf paper
Chemistry - Kimberly Taylor, Instructor
buteachertaylor@gmail.com
Chemistry is an abstract science filled with lots and lots of math as well as thinking and problem solving about components that are not visible to the eye. Protons, neutrons, electrons, chemical bonds, and many other parts of chemistry require a mind that can wrap around concepts when you can only see the results but not what actually occurs. In this class we will progress at a rapid pace---even for high school. This is a junior/senior high school course. Plan to spend at least 5 hours per week out of class doing much homework. It is absolutely necessary to have completed rigorous algebra and geometry courses to succeed.
We will cover atoms, subatomic particles, chemical bonding, chemical formulas, chemical compounds, and chemical equations, stoichiometry, significant figures, liquids, solids, and gases, solutions, acids and bases, reaction energy and kinetics, oxidation reduction, organic compounds, and nuclear chemistry. Plan to work hard and learn much.
The student should plan to spend 5 hours per week studying outside class time to succeed in the course. Class will meet once per week for 90 minutes and the instructor will offer numerous extra study sessions throughout the year. Tuition is $190 per semester, which translates to $380 for the entire year of Chemistry.
Required Text and Materials:
buteachertaylor@gmail.com
Chemistry is an abstract science filled with lots and lots of math as well as thinking and problem solving about components that are not visible to the eye. Protons, neutrons, electrons, chemical bonds, and many other parts of chemistry require a mind that can wrap around concepts when you can only see the results but not what actually occurs. In this class we will progress at a rapid pace---even for high school. This is a junior/senior high school course. Plan to spend at least 5 hours per week out of class doing much homework. It is absolutely necessary to have completed rigorous algebra and geometry courses to succeed.
We will cover atoms, subatomic particles, chemical bonding, chemical formulas, chemical compounds, and chemical equations, stoichiometry, significant figures, liquids, solids, and gases, solutions, acids and bases, reaction energy and kinetics, oxidation reduction, organic compounds, and nuclear chemistry. Plan to work hard and learn much.
The student should plan to spend 5 hours per week studying outside class time to succeed in the course. Class will meet once per week for 90 minutes and the instructor will offer numerous extra study sessions throughout the year. Tuition is $190 per semester, which translates to $380 for the entire year of Chemistry.
Required Text and Materials:
- Modern Chemistry by Davis, Metcalfe, Williams, and Castka. 2002, Holt, Rinehart, and Winston. ISBN# 0-03-056537-5
- 3 ring binder with lots of paper
- Scientific calculator
Copy/Supply Fee: $7 per year
Physics w/ Lab - Sam Augsburger, Instructor
sfaugsubrg@windstream.net
Physics is a study of the behavior of the universe, from small sub-atomic particles to grand galaxies millions of light-years away. It is experimental, mathematical, and theoretical. It requires observing, analyzing, questioning, and theorizing. Areas of study will include motion, energy, fluid dynamics, waves, thermodynamics, electricity, relativity, quantum mechanics, and the cosmos. The course will include lectures, hands-on experiments, problem solving, readings, and written work. Due to limited class time much will be required of the students on their own outside the classroom. Additional help from the instructor will be available by email.
This course alternates every other year with Chemistry and meets once a week for 90 minutes on Tuesdays and 1 hour every other week on Thursdays for a lab. Tuition is $220 per semester or $440 per year. There is an additional $30 lab fee per semester.
Course Prerequisites
Mathematics through Algebra 2 (may be taken concurrently)
Text : Holt Physics 2006, Serway and Faughn, Holt Rinehart and Winston, ISBN: 0030735483
Physics will not be offered during the 2021-2022 academic year.
sfaugsubrg@windstream.net
Physics is a study of the behavior of the universe, from small sub-atomic particles to grand galaxies millions of light-years away. It is experimental, mathematical, and theoretical. It requires observing, analyzing, questioning, and theorizing. Areas of study will include motion, energy, fluid dynamics, waves, thermodynamics, electricity, relativity, quantum mechanics, and the cosmos. The course will include lectures, hands-on experiments, problem solving, readings, and written work. Due to limited class time much will be required of the students on their own outside the classroom. Additional help from the instructor will be available by email.
This course alternates every other year with Chemistry and meets once a week for 90 minutes on Tuesdays and 1 hour every other week on Thursdays for a lab. Tuition is $220 per semester or $440 per year. There is an additional $30 lab fee per semester.
Course Prerequisites
Mathematics through Algebra 2 (may be taken concurrently)
Text : Holt Physics 2006, Serway and Faughn, Holt Rinehart and Winston, ISBN: 0030735483
Physics will not be offered during the 2021-2022 academic year.
Anatomy - Kaity Weaver, Instructor
mkbradley53@gmail.com
Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the structure and function of the body and its parts. We will study the structure of cells, tissues, and most key systems of the body. This is an introductory anatomy and physiology course for juniors and seniors. Class meets once a week for an hour and a half and consists mainly of lectures and class discussions. Students should plan to spend 5 hours per week studying and preparing outside of class-time.
This course alternates every other year with Physics.
Tuition is $190 per semester or $380 per year.
There is an additional $30 copy and supply fee for the year.
Texts:
Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology, The Human Body, 2nd Edition by Shannon and Yunis, Apologia. ISBN #978-1-935495-72-7
Anatomy Coloring Book, 7th Edition by Stephanie McCann and Eric Wise, Kaplan. ISBN #978-1506250274
Additional materials:
1 ½ inch binder with notebook paper and dividers
24 set colored pencils
Anatomy will not be offered during the 2021-2022 academic year.
mkbradley53@gmail.com
Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the structure and function of the body and its parts. We will study the structure of cells, tissues, and most key systems of the body. This is an introductory anatomy and physiology course for juniors and seniors. Class meets once a week for an hour and a half and consists mainly of lectures and class discussions. Students should plan to spend 5 hours per week studying and preparing outside of class-time.
This course alternates every other year with Physics.
Tuition is $190 per semester or $380 per year.
There is an additional $30 copy and supply fee for the year.
Texts:
Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology, The Human Body, 2nd Edition by Shannon and Yunis, Apologia. ISBN #978-1-935495-72-7
Anatomy Coloring Book, 7th Edition by Stephanie McCann and Eric Wise, Kaplan. ISBN #978-1506250274
Additional materials:
1 ½ inch binder with notebook paper and dividers
24 set colored pencils
Anatomy will not be offered during the 2021-2022 academic year.