

ARETE
HOMESCHOOLING COLLABORATIVE
2026 - 2027 Course Descriptions
Geometry
Elementary Spanish
(2nd - 4th)
High School US Government and Introductory Economics (9th & up) - Fall/Spring Semester
Wednesdays, 10:15-11:15
Instructor: Ginger Master
Cost: $125 per semester
Students will study a 1-semester broad-brush foundation of the American republic form of government to include federal, state and local governments, the founding documents, government organizations, the electoral system, and how to be involved in the process using the spine: The Everything American Government Book by Nick Rangone and additional assigned reading to include primary sources. Students will be expected to complete regular quizzes and oral presentations. Students are required to read the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution prior to the start of class. Will require 2+ hours of homework time.
Upper High School Renaissance Literature and History (10 – 12)
Mondays, 9:15-11:15
Instructor: Heather Magnuson
Cost: $500
Students will delve into the history and literature of the renaissance world, sharpening their reading and writing skills within the context of the major events, people, and thoughts surrounding renaissance times. Will require 4+ hours of homework time. This course will require summer reading.
High School Medieval Literature and History (9 – 11)
Mondays, 11:55-1:55
Instructor: Heather Magnuson
Cost: $500
Students will delve into the history and literature of the medieval world, sharpening their reading and writing skills within the context of the major events, people, and thoughts surrounding medieval times. Will require 4+ hours of homework time. This course will require summer reading. Instructor: Heather Magnuson; Cost: $500
Jr. High Medieval History (7 – 9)
Wednesdays, 10:15-11:15
Instructor: Heather Magnuson
Cost: $220
Students will study history from early Christianity to the Elizabethan Period. This course is literature-based, and students will be required to read several historical novels over the summer and throughout the year. Will require 2-3+ hours of study/homework time. Instructor: Heather Magnuson; Cost: $220
Middle Ancient History A (5 – 7), B (4 — 6)
A Mondays, 10:15 – 11:15
B Mondays, 11:55 – 12:55
Instructor: Mary Courtney
Cost: $220
Students will study ancient history beginning with the cradle of civilization up to the Roman empire. This course is literature-based, and students will be required to read several historical novels of the summer and throughout the year. Students will use Story of the World Vol I. Meets once per week and requires 1-2 hours of study/homework time.
Elementary Ancient History (3 – 4)
Mondays, 9:15-10:15
Instructor: Mary Courtney
Cost: $220
Students will study ancient history beginning with the cradle of civilization up to the Roman empire. This course is literature-based, and students will be required to read several historical novels of the summer and throughout the year. Students will use Story of the World Vol I. Meets once per week and requires 1-2 hours of study/homework time. Instructor: Mary Courtney; Cost: $220
Algebra I
Mondays & Wednesdays
8:15-9:15
Instructor: Starr Olivo
Cost: $500
Students will learn basic Algebra principles and concepts using: Algebra I: Expressions, Equations, and Applications by Paul Foerster. Meets twice per week and will require 2-3 hours of homework time.
Algebra I Enrichment
Mondays and/or Wednesdays
9:15-10:15
Instructor: Starr Olivo
Cost: $300 for two days/week, $150 for one day/week
Students have the opportunity for extra Algebra I homework help and practice problems. Students can enroll in either Monday, Wednesday, or both. Instructor: Starr Olivo; Cost: $150 for 1 day/week, $300 for 2 days/week
Geometry
Mondays & Wednesdays
9:15-10:15
Instructor: Tiffany Amack
Cost: $500
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Students in this class will learn Geometrical proofs and concepts using: Geometry: Seeing, Doing, Understanding by Harold R. Jacobs. Meets twice per week, and will require 2-3 hours of homework time.
Geometry Enrichment
Mondays and/or Wednesdays
9:15-10:15
Instructor: Tiffany Amack
Cost: $300 for two days/week, $150 for one day/week
Students have the opportunity for extra Geometry homework help and practice problems. Students can enroll in either Monday, Wednesday, or both.
Singapore 3
Mondays and Wednesdays 12:55-1:55
Instructor: Kayla Whatley
Cost: $440
Students in this class will go through Singapore 3A/3B. Meets twice per week, and requires 2 hours of homework time. *This class may be canceled if there are not enough students.
Math Study Hall (6 – 8)
Mondays, 11:55-12:55
Instructor: Regina Smith
Cost: $130
Students can receive help with math homework or work on other homework.
Math Study Hall (3 – 6)
Wednesdays, 12:55-1:55
Instructor: Kim Hentz
Cost: $130
Students can receive help with math homework or work on other homework.
Novare Physics (9 – 12)
Wednesdays, 11:55-1:55
Instructor: Dr. Maury Estes
Cost: $500
Students will study Physics from a Christian perspective using Novare Introductory Physics. Students should have a solid grasp of Algebra I concepts to enroll in the course. In-class time will include labs and discussion. Meets once per week and will require 3-4 hours of study/homework time. This course will require an additional $50 lab fee.
Novare Life Science (7+)
Mondays, 12:55-1:55
Instructor: Mary Courtney
Cost: $250
For middle schoolers who want a more academic rigorous life science or for high school students who want a lighter Novare Biology class. Students will study Life Science from a Classical Christian perspective using Novare’s Life Science. In-class time will include labs and discussion. Will require 2 hours of study/homework time. Instructor: Mary Courtney; Cost: $250
Middle Life Science (5 – 7)
Mondays 12:55-1:55
Instructor: Katie Fuster
Cost: $220
Students will study the living things that compose our wide and wonderful world using Biology for the Logic Stage from Elemental Science, The Usborne Encyclopedia of Science, and The Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia. Will require 1-2 hours of homework time. Instructor: Katie Fuster; Cost: $220
Elementary Life Science (3 – 4)
Mondays, 11:55-12:55
Instructor: Katie Fuster
Cost: $220
Students will study the living things that compose our wide and wonderful world using Biology for the Logic Stage from Elemental Science, The Usborne Encyclopedia of Science, and The Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia. Meets once per week, and will require 1-2 hours of homework time. Instructor: Katie Fuster; Cost: $220
Lost Tools Composition II (7 – 9)
Wednesdays 11:55-1:25
Instructor: Heather Magnuson
Cost: $330
A course for students who have had at least three years of IEW or have had a year of Lost Tools I or other writing experience. Students will review the major writing concepts taught in Lost Tools I and further their writing experience by completing the entirety of The Lost Tools of Writing Level I. Additionally students will begin to study literary devices and literary analysis using Teaching the Classics and review grammar concepts using Fix-It Grammar 4. Summer reading is required for this class. Will require 2-3 hours of homework time. This course requires parents to watch videos outside of class and edit their student’s papers each week. (Students in this class will have the option of staying for a Lost Tools study hall to get help with writing homework until 1:55 at a cost of $75/year.) Instructor: Heather Magnuson; Cost: $330
IEW Composition 3 (5 – 7)
Mondays 9:15-10:45
Instructor: Savannah Wright
Cost: $330
A course for students with at least a year of IEW or other writing experience. Students will continue studying the IEW writing sequence while producing longer, more complex works. Grammar will be taught using Fix It Grammar. Will require 1-2 hours of homework time. Summer reading is required for this class. (Students in this class will have the option of staying for a writing study hall to work on writing homework until 11:15 at a cost of $75/year.) Instructor: Savannah Wright; Cost: $330
IEW Composition 1 (4 – 6)
Wednesdays 9:15-10:45
Instructor: Kayla Whatley
Cost: $330
A course for students who are new to IEW. Students will receive a gentle introduction into the IEW process using Structure and Style for Students Year 1A. Students must be able to read and write proficiently. Will require 1 hour of homework time. Summer reading is required for this class. (Students in this class will have the option of staying for an IEW study hall to work on IEW homework until 11:15 at a cost of $75/year.)
Pre-IEW Comp (3 – 4)
Wednesdays 9:15-10:45
Instructor: Kristine Mathson
Cost: $330
This course provides a gentle introduction to writing and grammar using a slow and systematic approach, building a strong foundation for students to begin the IEW program the following year. Students will work through the Essentials in Writing Level 3 which features small daily assignments so as not to overwhelm young writers. Students must be able to read and formulate/write a sentence to enroll in this class. Proper spelling and punctuation is not necessary. (Students in this class will have the option of staying for a writing study hall to work on writing homework until 11:15 at a cost of $75/year.) Meets once per week and requires 1 hour of homework time.
Latin Alive I (6 – 8)
Mondays 11:55-12:55
Instructor: Cynthia Hazard
Cost: $250
Students will dive deeper into Latin by beginning the Latin Alive Book 1. Will require 2+ hours of homework.
Latin Alive IIB (8 – 12)
Mondays 10:15-11:15
Instructor: Cynthia Hazard
Cost: $250
Students will dive deeper into Latin by completing the Latin Alive Book 2. Will require 2+ hours of homework.
Latin Primer A2 (3 – 6)
Wednesdays 12:55-1:55
Instructor: Emily Delmar
Cost: $220
Students will continue their journey in Latin for Children Primer A and will build on their foundation of basic Latin grammar and vocabulary. Will require 1+ hour of homework.
Latin Primer A3 (5 – 7)
Wednesdays 11:55-12:55
Instructor: Emily Delmar
Cost: $220
Students who have completed the Latin Primer A2 class and have a solid foundation in basic Latin grammar and vocabulary will complete the Latin for Children Primer A book. Will require 1+ hour of homework.
Intro to Latin (5 – 7)
Wednesdays 11:55-12:55
Instructor: Emily Delmar
Cost: $220
This class is geared to 5th through 7th graders with no Latin experience who would like to begin their Latin journey. This will be a faster paced class, and students will work their way through the entire Latin for Children Primer A book. Will require 1+ hour of homework.
Intermediate Logic 1 (9 – 12)
Wednesdays 9:15-10:15
Instructor: Heather Magnuson
Cost: $250
Students will learn how to formulate and recognize arguments using the foundation from Introductory Logic using Logic as a Liberal Art. Meets once per week, and will require 1- 2 hours of homework time. **This class may be canceled due to low enrollment numbers.
Spanish I (3 – 6)
Mondays 9:15-10:15
Instructor: Leonor Taylor
Cost: $220
Students will learn basic Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and conversation using Nacho: Libro Inicial de Lectura (Coleccion Nacho). Will require 2 hours of homework.
Spanish IB (6 – 8)
Mondays 10:15-11:15
Instructor: Leonor Taylor
Cost: $220
Students will learn basic Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and conversation Nacho: Libro Inicial de Lectura (Coleccion Nacho). Will require 2 hours of homework.
High School Art (9 – 12)
Mondays 1:55-3:10
Instructor: Leah Smith
Cost: $315
Students will practice basic/intermediate art techniques using a variety of media. Students will have the opportunity to display their best works at an art show near the end of the year. This class will require an additional $25 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies.
Jr. High Art (7 – 8)
Mondays 9:15-10:15
Instructor: Leah Smith
Cost: $220
Students will practice basic/intermediate art techniques using a variety of media. Students will have the opportunity to display their best works at an art show near the end of the year. This class will require an additional $25 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies.
Middle Art A (5 – 7)/ B (4 - 6)
A Mondays 11:55-12:55
B Mondays 12:55-1:55
Instructor: Leah Smith
Cost: $220
Students will practice basic/intermediate art techniques using a variety of media. Students will have the opportunity to display their best works at an art show near the end of the year. This class will require an additional $25 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies.
Elementary Art (3 – 4)
Mondays 10:15-11:15
Instructor: Leah Smith
Cost: $220
Students will practice basic/intermediate art techniques using a variety of media. Students will have the opportunity to display their best works at an art show near the end of the year. This class will require an additional $25 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies.
Choir (3 – 12)
Mondays 1:55-3:10
Instructor: Regina Smith
Cost: $275
Students will learn the basics of music instruction by singing hymns, modern worship, and other songs. Students will have multiple opportunities to share their music with the community, including performances at Commonplace gatherings, Graduation, and Spring Concert. Participation in all scheduled performances is mandatory as part of this year-long course. This class will require an additional $15 materials fee to cover the cost of music.
Chess (3 – 6)
Mondays 12:55-1:55
Instructor: Junior Blanchet
Cost: $150
Students will learn basic chess strategies and improve their chess skills following a sequential chess curriculum and integrating chess puzzles and games. Students will practice their skills in matches with each other.
Shakespearean Drama (8 – 12)
Wednesdays 1:55-3:10
Instructor: Heather Magnuson
Cost: $315
Students will take a deep dive into Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night through close-reading and analysis, culminating with a performance of the play in early May. Students will work to sharpen public speaking skills, build confidence, and develop a deeper understanding of human nature. All students who enroll must be willing to take on at least a small part in the show. Will require 1-2 hours of study time/week to study the plays, memorize lines, and develop performance plans. This class will require an additional $50 materials fee to cover performance costs.
Musical Drama (3 – 8)
Wednesdays 1:55-3:10
Instructors: Lauren Kolmetz and Regina Smith
Cost: $275
Students will learn a variety of drama skills culminating in a musical theatre performance in the spring. This class includes dancing, singing, and acting alongside building confidence, creativity, and teamwork. Will require at least 1 hour/week study time to memorize lines/ practice songs and dances. Attendance is mandatory, and students who miss more than 2 classes may lose their part. Parents are required to attend a planning meeting on the first day of classes and must ensure their students are learning their lines/songs/dances each week. This class will require an additional $50 materials fee to cover performance costs.
PE and Health (3 – 6)
Wednesdays 11:55-12:55
Instructor: Jordan Powell
Cost: $220
Students will have an opportunity to learn fitness concepts, various team sports and activities, and basic health and nutrition while expending some energy. Instructor: Jordan Powell; Cost: $220
Life Skills (6 – 12)
Mondays 1:55-3:10
Instructor: Jordan Powell
Cost: $275
Students will have the opportunity to work alongside various instructors to learn important life skills such as self-defense, health, finance, citizenship, manners, tools, etc. This class will require an additional $25 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies. Instructor: Jordan Powell; Cost: $275
Arduino Programming/Robotics (7 – 12)
Wednesdays 1:55-3:10
Instructor: Janna Camperman
Cost: $315
Through fun, hands-on projects, students will learn the basics of programming and electronic design using Arduino microcontrollers. Activities will include working with lights, switches, motors, and other simple electronic components as well as introductory programming. Students will need a laptop to bring to class. This class will require an additional $25 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies. Instructor: Janna Camperman; Cost $315
Gardening (7 – 12)
Mondays 1:55-3:10
Instructor: Mary Courtney
Cost: $315
Students will learn all about gardening in Florida to include plant biology basics, plant nutrition, proper plant care, propagation methods, pruning, soil basics, plant nutrition, starting seeds, vegetable gardening, and butterfly gardening. There will be hands-on projects to include growing a fall and a spring garden. This class will require an additional $50 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies. Instructor: Mary Courtney; Cost $315
Culinary (ages 14+)
Fridays 9:00-11:00
August 28th - February 5th
Instructor: Gregg Smith
Cost: $270
This is a special elective being offered on Fridays at Tribe Church. Students will learn the basics of food preparation, presentation, and teamwork with the opportunity to learn while doing. This class will incur an additional $50 fee to cover supplies/food prep. Instructor: Mr. Gregg Smith; Cost: $270
Study Hall (3 – 12)
Mondays and Wednesdays
Instructor: TBD
Cost: $130/year/study hall hour
Students in grades 3rd through 12th who have a break in between classes, and whose parents do not remain on campus, must enroll in study hall. Students may be placed in an active classroom and will be expected to work quietly with plenty of work to keep them busy. Cost: $130/year/study hall hour.
Hands-On Science (2nd/1st)
1st: Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:00
2nd: Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Abbey Snyder
Cost: $220
This fun, hands-on science course will cover the basic concepts of Life Science in a way that is comprehensible to little learners. Students enrolling in the 2nd grade class must be proficient at reading/writing. Meets once per week.
Literature and Geography (1st/2nd)
1st: Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:00
2nd: Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Jordan Powell
Cost: $220
Students in this class will explore US geography through quality children’s literature and fun projects. The class will focus on phonics, comprehension, and fluency skills while participating in fun activities. Students enrolling in the 2nd grade class must be proficient at reading/writing. Meets once per week.
Kindergarten Literature
Wednesdays 9:00-10:00
Instructor: Renee Pelache
Cost: $220
Students in this class will explore beautiful stories and poetry and work to memorize several poems. Meets once per week.
K Math and Science
Wednesdays 10:00-11:00
Instructor: Renee Pelache
Cost: $220
Students in this class will explore basic math and science concepts through hands-on learning. Meets once per week.
Early Spanish (K-1/1-2)
K-1 Wednesdays 12:45-1:45
1-2: Wednesdays 10:45-2:45
Instructor: Leonor Taylor
Cost: $220
Students will have a fun introduction to Spanish through songs and games. Students enrolling in the 1-2 class need to be able to read/write and will use the Risas and Sonrisas Spanish curriculum.
Early Music/Musical Drama (K-1/1-2)
K-1 Wednesdays 11:45-12:45
1-2: Wednesdays 12:45-1:45
Instructor: Regina Smith
Cost: $220
A fun introduction to musical drama and choir, with the aim of building confidence, speaking, drama skills, character work, and a fun environment where each child can develop their God-given instrument. Students will participate in a patriotic music/drama performance in February and a mandatory choral performance in the spring. Students enrolling in the 1-2 class must be able to read.
Early Art (K-1/1-2)
Children will learn the basic elements of art through a variety of fun, hands-on projects. This class will require an additional $25 materials fee to cover the cost of supplies.
K-1 Wednesdays 1:45-2:45
1-2: Wednesdays 11:45-12:45
Instructor: Hannah Maynard
Cost: $220
