We still have space in several classes!
We still have space in several classes!
Tutor: Mrs. Kenison
Description: This course aims to help young photographers take their skills to the next level. It doesn’t focus on teaching you how to use your camera (it assumes you already know the basics), but rather on improving your photography through practical steps.
Key topics covered in this course include:
Lighting: Learn how to use lighting more effectively to enhance your photos.
Editing: Discover techniques for enhancing your photos during post-processing. (We will be editing in the classroom weekly as time goes on.)
Photographic Genres: Students explore various genres of photography.
Product
Portrait
Macro
Architectural
Water
Wedding or Formal
Black and White
Landscape
Wildlife
Action
Street Photography
and more
Emerging Technologies: Discussions on technologies and equipment
Historical and Contemporary Artwork: Presentations on influential photography throughout history.
The goal is not only to teach but also to inspire you to capture amazing photos. You’ll see numerous beautiful images and gain insights into why they work so well.
This course is designed for students who want to improve their creative and technical skills in photography. It goes beyond the basic introductory level and challenges you to go deeper into the art of photography.
Level: 7th – 12th grade
Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or working knowledge of the Exposure Triangle and Composition.
Homework: Will consist of photo shoots, printing needed images weekly for class, tests, and quizzes.
Required Equipment:
1) DSLR Camera with detachable lens (like the Canon Rebel for example.) The camera must have a detachable lens. Please note, I am familiar with the Canon brand camera, if you have another brand, please make sure you have the instruction book that goes with it.
2) SD Card.
3) A laptop if your student has one available to them. If not, it is not necessary for one to be purchased.
Note: A minimum of 4 students are needed for this class, with a maximum of 10. No new enrollments accepted after September 25th.
Supply Fee: $20 per student
TUITION: $45 per month due on the first-class day of each month
Note: Parents may pay via Check, Cash, or Venmo
Tutor: Mrs. Mercedes Wilson
Description: Unlock the artist within in Beginning Art. From mastering the delicate strokes of watercolor painting to unleashing creativity through collage making, sculpting with diverse media, and experimenting with air dry clay, students will explore a rich tapestry of artistic expression. Students will develop fundamental skills, cultivate their unique styles, and forge a deeper connection with the vibrant world of art.
Level: 4-7
Prerequisite: None
Supply Fee: $25 per student
TUITION: $40 per student per month (There is a 3 student minimum for this class to be offered (not including tutor's children). Student maximum is 6.)
Note: Parents may pay via Venmo or PayPal but Check and Cash will also be accepted.
Tutor: Mrs. Mercedes Wilson
Description: Explore a diverse range of mediums, from the fluid beauty of watercolor painting to the intricate art of collage making, and the tactile experience of sculpting with various materials including air dry clay. Students will hone their technical skills, unleash their creativity, and express themselves as they delve into the boundless possibilities of artistic creation. With guidance and a supportive environment, participants will cultivate their artistic voice and leave inspired to continue their creative pursuits.
Level: 8-12
Prerequisite: None
Supply Fee: $25 per student
TUITION: $40 per student per month (There is a 3 student minimum for this class to be offered (not including tutor's children). Student maximum is 6.)
Note: Parents may pay via Venmo or PayPal but Check and Cash will also be accepted.
Tutor: Mrs. Julie Nelson
Description:
Theater 1: Are you interested in exploring the world of acting; looking for a fun elective class to take; or do you need a class to fulfill your fine arts requirement? Well, then Theater 1 is the class for you! In this class you will learn about the basics of theater and acting. You will tap into your creative side by participating in fun theater activities, exciting acting improvisations, and creating original group skits. You will develop skills in vocal projection and clarity, the use of vocal and facial expressions, the use of body language and gestures, and proper staging techniques. You will also learn the basics of character analysis and how to develop a believable character. These skills will all be applied to scene work and monologues which will be rehearsed and performed in class.
Acting Techniques: Acting Techniques is a fun way to take your acting skills to the next level! This class will consist of studying various acting techniques and methods which will be applied to a variety of theater activities, monologues, and scene work. Reading, writing, and discussions will also be a part of this class as we study the book "Acting for Young Actors: The Ultimate Teen Guide" (provided by Mrs. Nelson). This class will give you a deeper understanding of character development, along with the coaching to help you build the skills and experience to create a fully believable character!
*This is 90-minute class.
Level: 7-12
Prerequisite: None
TUITION: $197.50/semester per student (There is a 6 student minimum for this class. Student maximum is 14.) Mrs. Nelson's classes will meet one less time, likely in April or May.
Note: Payment for first semester is due to Mrs. Nelson at time of registration via Check (please contact Jolene at admin@hrtacademy.org for the mailing address). Additional costs may be incurred for a costume for the end of semester performance. Because Mrs. Nelson needs to plan ahead for her class content, based on the number of students, registration for this class will close (if not already full) on August 16, 2024.
Tutor: Mrs. Mercedes Wilson
Description: Join our dynamic Life Skills class designed for students in grades 4-8, where every class is packed with practical learning and exciting adventures. Throughout the course, students will dive into consumer math, mastering essential economic concepts while honing practical life skills crucial for navigating the modern world. From budgeting and financial literacy to understanding the responsibilities of citizen leadership, students will develop a holistic understanding of personal and community empowerment. Students will learn how to plan activities such as planning hikes, organizing camping trips, and learning outdoor survival techniques, fostering resilience and self-reliance in natural environments. Please note: Some homework assignments will involve activities like baking, basic cooking, and some outdoor activities like going on a walk, or observing nature. Some of these activities may require adult supervision and guidance.
Level: 4-8
Prerequisite: None
Supply Fee: $10.00 per student
TUITION: $40 per student per month (There is a 3 student minimum for this class to be offered (not including tutor's children). Student maximum is 6.)
Note: Parents may pay via Venmo or PayPal but Check and Cash will also be accepted.
Tutor: Mrs. Jolene Ceravalo
Description: The Quest Crew is a chance for students to do a variety of activities while being able to interact with each other. Topics I hope to cover include: storytelling, codes (Morse, etc.), team building, service (projects to benefit others in our community), creative challenges, etc. I am excited to give students a chance to enjoy a variety of activities and build friendships. Supply costs will vary each month, depending on the month’s projects. Fees will be collected at the last class of each month.
*This is a 75-minute class. This class starts on September 11th.
Homework: On occasion, there may be "homework."
Needed Supplies: Coming soon...
Supply Fee: $To be determined each month
TUITION: $30/month per student (This class has a 4 student minimum.)
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by the semester via Check or Cash.
*Registration for this class closes September 2nd.
Tutor: Mrs. Sarah Wicklander
Description:
“Study the Christian heritage of those who shaped America in Marilyn Boyer’s REVISED "For You They Signed”. This all-in-one edition offers both the student text as well as the assignments, quizzes, and cumulative tests.
This study of our Christian heritage is focused on the historical events and people surrounding the Declaration of Independence. The early Founding Fathers of the United States of America were men of principle who debated important points of government, liberty, and the God-given rights of mankind. Their work and sacrifice created an enduring legacy that led to some of the most influential documents in history, like the Constitution of the United States of America.
In this American history homeschool curriculum, your junior high students will have an opportunity to learn how the American colonists chose to respond to the increasing tyranny of the British Empire and why the course of revolution was one they took after all other efforts at relief had failed. Designed for grades 7-9, lessons contain a mix of source documents, related scriptures, short biographies, quotes, and real-world connections.”
— Masterbooks
Level: 7 - 9 (This is a GREAT class to prepare students for The US Constitution, as a high schooler.)
Prerequisite: None
Text: For You They Signed (All-in-One-Edition)
Books can be purchased at: www.masterbooks.com
Supply Fee: One time supply fee of $20.00
TUITION: $40.00 per student per month
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by the semester, via PayPal, Check or Cash.
Tutor: Mrs. Vickie Rukavina
Description: Age of Rebirth, Age of Reform, Age of Reason, Age of Resolve, along with key people that influenced each age from 1455-1707 will be the material that we will explore. Our studies will begin with the War of Roses in 1455 and conclude with Isaac Watts in 1707.
Typically, there will be three lessons that need to be read each week with a handout to be completed. Some tools we will use will be the timeline, videos, pictures, presentation, and projects. There will be assessments like quizzes, tests, projects, and presentations. You, the parent, will be given a suggested grade at the end of the year. I will work with you the parent to find the right amount of work that will be best for your student if it is different from what I assign. Please stay connected with me if that is the case.
Supplies Needed:
Purchase Text:
TUITION: $40/month per student or $180/semester per student
Tutor: Mrs. Jolene Ceravalo
Description: I love to read! Books often bring me joy. In this class, we will read several books from various genres. While this class will have a bit of a "book club" feel, there will be a variety of assignments as well.
Homework: There will be a variety of book-related projects.
Book Lists: Plan to acquire a paper/print copy of each title. It is important fort students to read the book. If it would help your student, they may listen to the books, but only if they are reading along in the print copy. The final book list is below.
Semester 1
Semester 2
Supply Fee: $15
TUITION: $35/month per student (This class has a 4 student minimum.)
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by the semester via Check or Cash.
*Registration for this class closes September 2nd.
Tutor: Mrs. Jolene Ceravalo
Description: This will be an enjoyable, friendly, low stress, reading adventure! We will explore easy, content-rich chapter books! We will read a variety of genres. This class will have a bit of a "book club" feel to it.
Homework: There will be a variety of simple book-related projects.
Book Lists: Plan to acquire a paper/print copy of each title. It is important fort students to read the book. If it would help your student, they may listen to the books, but only if they are reading along in the print copy. The final book list is below.
Semester 1
Semester 2
Required Reading Journal: Elementary Reading Journal from Not Consumed
Supply Fee: $12 per student
TUITION: $35/month per student (This class has a 4 student minimum.)
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by the semester via Check or Cash. **This class will not meet on March 18, 2025, for this reason tuition for March will be slightly less.
*Registration for this class closes September 2nd.
Tutor: Jennifer Larson
Description: This class is for the student who has previously completed the Introduction to IEW
class and/or students in grades 4-7 who are new writing. This book will help students practice
the skills learned in the Introduction to IEW class and provide higher reading-level sources.
Assignments are one to two paragraphs most weeks. Students will again work with all six dress-
ups and the first seven IEW units. Parents will be expected to assist their student with the
writing process from key word outline to final draft. Checklists will be given Acceptable or
Incomplete evaluations for each skill.
Length: Full year
Level: 4th - 7th grade
Text Requirement:
Required Supplies:
1. Pencil/pen
2. Paper
3. Folder or 3-ring binder
Prerequisite: Completion of Introduction to IEW class (or tutor approval)
TUITION: $45/month per student
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by semester, via Check or PayPal friends and family to Jennifer's email address.
Tutor: Jennifer Larson
Description: This class is for the student who has previously completed the IEW-A1 class or for
middle- or high-school students new to writing. This book will review all six dress-ups as well as
teach all the sentence openers and all nine IEW units. Most assignments are one to three
paragraphs per week. The source texts are more robust, and students will be required to do
some outside research occasionally. Parents will be expected to assist their student with the writing process by editing the rough draft into a final draft. Checklists will be graded with point values listed.
Length: Full year
Level: 5th - 9th grade
Text Requirement:
-Medieval History-Based Writing Lessons
Required Supplies:
1. Pencil/pen
2. Paper
3. Folder or 3-ring binder
Prerequisite: Completion of IEW-A1 class (or tutor approval)
TUITION: $45/month per student
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by semester, via Check or PayPal friends and family to Jennifer's email address.
Tutor: Jennifer Larson
Description: This class is for the student who has done well in IEW-A, uses all six dress-ups and
sentence openers consistently, and works more independently. Students will work to perfect
these style techniques as well as work on lengthier assignments. The source texts are more
robust, and some outside research may be necessary. Parents will be expected to assist their student with the writing process by helping them edit the rough draft into a final draft. Checklists will be graded with point values listed. To receive a high school English credit, you will need to add grammar and literature.
Length: Full year
Level: 7th - 12th grade
Text Requirement:
Required Supplies:
1. Pencil/pen
2. Paper
3. Folder or 3-ring binder
Prerequisite: Completion of IEW-A2 class (or tutor approval)
TUITION: $45/month per student
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by semester, via Check or PayPal friends and family to Jennifer's email address.
Leader: Mrs. Sarah Wicklander
Description: Choir has arrived at HRT!!!!!
I am so excited to announce the start of an awesome journey into choir! I earned my degree in Music Education - Vocal Instruction, from St Paul Bible College (Crown College) in 1988. Choir is what I do best and it is what I love the most!! I directed a children’s choir at my former church and now I get to pour into the choir kids at HRT.
Our choir time will consist of learning basic music theory, note reading, rhythm, harmony, as well as preparing music for a Christmas concert and a Spring concert. The repertoire will be varied, but all faith based. My goals for any choir are as follows:
- First and foremost - Giving glory to God with and for the gift of music
- Appreciation for many styles of vocal music
- Respect for fellow choir members
- Quality vocal sound
- Provide a fun atmosphere
I hope to meet many of your students in choir this fall!
Prerequisite: None
Text: None
Class Fee: One time supple fee of $20.00
TUITION: $40.00 per student per month
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by semester, via PayPal, Check or Cash.
Instructor: Joy Wells
Description: Lessons are offered Monday-Thursday. Please contact Joy with any questions regarding piano lessons. *Please schedule lessons with Joy directly.*
JOY’S PIANO STUDIO POLICY
4309 Fox Ridge Rd
Eagan, MN, 55122
Phone: 952-607-0729
Email: joyspianoschool@gmail.com
LESSONS BY THE MONTH: $80 is the monthly fee that’s due the first week of every month. That includes however many weeks are in the month. If the month has 5 weeks, you are getting the fifth lesson free. I require one paid vacation per year, and major holidays off.
TUITION: Make checks payable to: Joy’s Piano School
I also accept cash, Venmo, and Zelle.
MISSED LESSONS: Please let me know if you are not able to attend a lesson at your earliest convenience. Due to the high volume of students, it is very difficult to schedule make-up lessons. There are no refunds for missed lessons or snow days.
ONLINE LESSONS: Online lessons are offered when l am able but not guaranteed.
SUMMER LESSONS: Summer lessons are not required but strongly encouraged.
RECITALS: I plan on hosting two recitals that are included in the monthly fee. The dates are soon to come!
VACATION: I take one paid vacation per year and holidays off.
Tutor: Mrs. Sarah Wicklander
Description: This course is a 2 year program that covers all the basics, in a simple clear format. The author is purposeful in how he explains each concept. We explore the greatness of God, as we learn how the laws of Physics hold our world together. Chemistry introduces us to God’s power and order on
a cellular and molecular level. Biology begins with Creation, and from there we cover microbiology, through more advanced life forms and end with the magnificence of the human body.
This class is a great opportunity for students to learn how to take notes, as part of the weekly lectures. Additionally, there are weekly worksheets and quizzes. Mrs. Wicklander also includes other resources, as applicable to the curriculum. Year 1 and Year 2 may be taken in any order.
Year 1 - Physics & Chemistry (2025 - 2026)
Year 2 - Biology (2024 - 2025)
Level: MS
Prerequisite: Elementary Science
Text: Beginnings Publishing Rainbow Textbook (See Mrs. Rukavina)
Supply Fee: One time supply fee of $20.00
TUITION: $40.00 per student per month
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by the semester, via PayPal, Check or Cash
Tutor: Mrs. Jenny Franzwa
Description: This year we will be learning all about Chemistry and Physics. The first half of the year we will cover important chemistry concepts, such as properties of matter, atoms, the periodic table, acid/bases, and so much more. Physics will be our focus for the second half of the school year as we cover topics like energy, magnetism, electricity, and many others. Our class time will be hands-on and full of experiments, demonstrations, and activities to keep students engaged. Students will have weekly reading assignments to complete at home, and the experiments will be completed in class--no gathering supplies or messy experiments at home! The text we are using, Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics, does a wonderful job of taking key topics and making them understandable for all ages, regardless of a student's previous science experience. This class will be geared toward upper elementary through middle school age, and is an excellent class to take before heading into more challenging high school science.
Level: 4-8
Purchase Text:
Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics (textbook only) - Rainbow Resource
Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics (textbook only) - Christianbook
Apologia Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics (textbook only) - Apologia
Required Supplies:
Supply Fee: $30 for handouts and experiment supplies
TUITION: $35.00 per student per month (There is a 3 student minimum for this class to be offered (not including tutor's children).)
Note: Parents may pay monthly or by the semester, via Check, Cash, PayPal, or Venmo.
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