Foothill Learning Academy
K-12 Homeschool Enrichment Program
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS CLASSES
High School Literature
Grades 9-12
$210 per semester (one voucher)
Studying, analyzing, and discussing literature is an invaluable high school experience. Engaging literature has the ability to draw students in, develop critical thinking, expand vocabulary, and improve both writing and communication skills. In this class we will read, discuss, and analyze two high school level novels. Each week the students will read and annotate, focusing on various aspects of the novel including mood, theme, characters, conflict, literary devices, and personal and real world connections. There is homework students complete to prepare them for discussion, increase their critical thinking skills, and satisfy state a-g curriculum requirements. All books will be provided and are included in the class tuition. Spring semester we will be reading Lord of the Flies by William Golding and Animal Farm by George Orwell.
This class is aligned with state a-g curriculum standards and when taken alongside the high school writing class will satisfy most of the semester’s High School English Language Arts curriculum requirements.
Teacher: Mary Frederick
email: messages2mary@att.net
phone/text: 916.990.3494
website: writeon4kids.com
High School Writing
Grades 9-12
$210 per semester (one voucher)
This class works in combination with the High School Literature class and will focus on writing projects, essays, and responses centered around the novels studied. All work and projects are designed to meet a-g curriculum requirements. This semester, student writing assignments will focus on literary response, fictional writing, and allegory.
This class must be taken in combination with the High School Literature class.
Teacher: Mary Frederick
email: messages2mary@att.net
phone/text: 916.990.3494
website: writeon4kids.com
MATH
Sports Statistics: Create Custom Cards & Posters
Grades: 7-12
$195 per semester
Dive into Sports Statistics: Custom Cards & Posters, a homeschool course where students combine their love for sports with the fascinating world of statistics. In this class, students will explore the numbers behind their favorite sports while creating personalized sports cards and posters to capture their learning.
● Real-World Learning: Explore the stats behind NFL, NBA, and MLB while mastering concepts like mean, median, mode, and range. Students will analyze real sports data to sharpen critical thinking and analytical skills.
● Custom Sports Cards & Posters: After each sport, students will design and receive custom sports cards and posters, featuring their favorite player and the work they did, as a keepsake that showcases their creativity and knowledge.
● Interactive Experience: Students will engage in projects, debates, and presentations to bring sports statistics to life, making math fun and relevant.
● Perfect for Sports Enthusiasts: Tailored for those who love sports, this class turns math into an adventure, deepening the connection between academic learning and sports passions.
By the end of the course, students will not only improve their math skills but also walk away with a collection of custom sports cards and posters they designed themselves—an exciting blend of creativity and learning.
*Student laptop recommended but not required*
Teacher: Joe Vargas
Email: YourFirstChoiceTutoring@gmail.com
Phone/text: 916-805-7333
Website: www.FirstChoiceTutoring.com
Merch Madness: FLA Edition
Grades: 7-12
$205 per semester
Join the exciting world of design and school spirit with FLA Merch Masters, a creative journey where students will design and produce unique, custom merchandise for Foothill Learning Academy. In this hands-on class, students take full control of the design process, creating products featuring the official FLA logo using Canva and other graphic design tools.
Course highlights include:
● Design Your Own Merch: Students will use Canva to create eye-catching designs that will be featured on a variety of merchandise, including coffee cups, water bottles, tote bags, and even Crocs!
● Real-World Design Process: From brainstorming concepts to seeing their creations on physical products, students will experience every step of the process and gain valuable insight into how digital designs become tangible items.
● School Spirit: By using the official FLA logo, students will create merchandise that reflects their school pride, giving them a sense of ownership and involvement in the community.
● Custom Products to Keep: Each student will receive custom-designed items by the end of the course, a lasting reminder of their creativity and design skills.
This class is perfect for students who want to merge creativity with school pride, offering a fun and educational experience that brings their artistic ideas to life. Whether they’re excited about the design process or simply want to create something they can wear or use, FLA Merch Masters gives them the tools to make it happen.
*Student laptop recommended but not required*
Teacher: Joe Vargas
Email: YourFirstChoiceTutoring@gmail.com
Phone/text: 916-805-7333
Website: www.FirstChoiceTutoring.com
SCIENCE
High School Anatomy
Grades: 9-12
$200 per semester
This course introduces students to the language of anatomy and physiology. Familiarizing the student with medical terms and an introduction into human anatomy and physiology. An emphasis is placed on teaching how terminology relates to the functions and structures of the human body. We will be diving deep into the 12 Main structures of the body. This class is designed as a hands-on learning environment with fun activities to help develop and understand how our bodies work. Each week, the student will go home with assignments to complete-
(Prior to the reproductive portion, each parent will receive a class outline for parental approval)
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Cells, tissues, organs and systems explained
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Musculoskeletal System
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Digestive System
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Cardiovascular System
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Pulmonary System
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Nervous System
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Skin/ Integumentary System
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Sense Organs- Eyes / Ears
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Endocrine System- Hormones
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Urinary System
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Female Reproductive System
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Male Reproductive System
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Teacher: Aisling Cannon
email: oakandoilcontact@gmail.com
phone: 916-879-0295
High School Biology with Labs: EDH
Grades: 9-12
$250 per semester
This course is a year long course divided into two semesters. This course introduces students to the scientific study of living organisms. Students will investigate biological concepts including chemical basis of life, cell structure and function, plant and animal structure, metabolism, reproduction, genetics biological diversity classification and ecology. This class has a lecture and lab component each class. Class fee includes lab activities. This class will align with a-g requirements.
Teacher: Ashlee Powers
email: ashberrywraps@yahoo.com
phone: 707-853-8908
High School Biology with Labs: Placerville
Grades: 9-12
$250 per semester
This course is a year long course divided into two semesters. This course introduces students to the scientific study of living organisms. Students will investigate biological concepts including chemical basis of life, cell structure and function, plant and animal structure, metabolism, reproduction, genetics biological diversity classification and ecology. This class has a lecture and lab component each class. Class fee includes lab activities. This class will align with a-g requirements.
Teacher: Aisling Cannon
email: oakandoilcontact@gmail.com
phone: 916-879-0295
High School Physical Science
Grades: 9-12
$220 per semester
Physical Science is a course that explores the relationship between matter and energy. Students will investigate forces and motion, the chemical and physical properties of matter, the ways in which matter and energy interact within the natural world and the forms and properties of energy. This is a year long class broken into two semesters, that provides a-g requirements for high school graduation.
Teacher: Ashlee Powers
email: ashberrywraps@yahoo.com
phone: 707-853-8908
SOCIAL SCIENCE AND HISTORY
US Government: Principals of American Democracy
Grades 6-8, 9-12
$195 per semester (Spring)
This course focuses on the fundamental principles and moral values of American democracy as expressed in the US Constitution and the foundational documents of freedom. Students will study the documents and ideas that are the basis of the American experience, beginning with the Magna Carta & Mayflower Compact. Particular emphasis is given to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Through the examination of primary source documents, students will gain a deeper understanding of the rights of responsibilities of American citizenship. (Spring Semester)
Teacher: Laurie Chiappe
email: MrsChiappe@gmail.com
phone/text: 408-472-6155
website: historyrockswithmrschiappe.com
ART
Advanced Art
Grades 7-12
$205 including supplies
Develop fine art techniques of drawing and shading, and learn painting techniques for both realism and expressive artworks. Students will work at their own pace allowing for multiple days on a single art project as needed. The emphasis for this semester will be portraits and still life of everyday objects. Portrait drawing will be made easy through starting with the foundational basics for proper proportions then building on that to achieve a likeness of the person you are drawing. The still life projects are designed to both bring out students' creativity and personal expression and provide opportunity to develop observation skills and realism drawing and painting. Ideally students will spend a few hours a week outside of class continuing to work on the art projects. A variety of media will be used including graphite, charcoal, watercolor, acrylic.
Teacher: Jennifer Rowe
email: jenniferrowestudio@gmail.com
phone: 916.212.3282
website: jenniferrowestudio.com
Capture It! Journals
Grades 7-12
$205 per semester
All New Projects! Capture dreams, goals, and what is meaningful to you in a single journal. Students customize the journal cover and complete mixed media self-reflective journal prompts in class as well as leave plenty of space for daily journaling. Hand lettering practice and new methods for planning tasks will be introduced. This class combines art, writing, self-reflection, and planning all in a single journal customized by you for you!
Teacher: Jennifer Rowe
email: jenniferrowestudio@gmail.com
phone: 916.212.3282
website: jenniferrowestudio.com
ENRICHMENT
American Sign Language (ASL)
Grades 6-8, 7-12
$ 195 per semester
In this full-year course, students will learn basic conversation skills, grammar, and vocabulary through expressive and receptive practice in American Sign Language (ASL). Students will develop fundamental skills in ASL vocabulary and grammar to meet basic communication needs. In addition to learning the language, students will focus on aspects of the Deaf community and the development of cultural awareness necessary for communication and interaction. The purpose of ASL I is to provide a foundation of signing production and comprehension. The first-year students will be able to communicate and interact within the context of a variety of everyday situations such as family, school life, eating, shopping, and traveling.
**If you choose to use this ASL 1 class for a high school equivalent world language, you will be required to do extra work outside of class to meet the state standards.
Teacher: Jaime Layton
email: philandjaime@gmail.com
phone/text: 530-306-0786
Mock Trial
Grades 6-8, 9-12
$190 per semester
Mock trials have proven to be an effective learning tool for students of all grade levels. It helps them understand the law, practice critical thinking, and gain greater confidence with public speaking by assuming the roles of attorneys and witnesses in a fictional criminal or civil trial. Students experience first-hand the difficulties that judges, lawyers and juries face in determining which facts are relevant and what legal arguments are effective. This class is taught by Mrs. Chiappe, a former practicing California Attorney.
Teacher: Laurie Chiappe
email: MrsChiappe@gmail.com
phone/text: 408-472-6155
website: historyrockswithmrschiappe.com
Music Jam
Grades 6-12
$190 per semester
All-Instrument Jam! Students grades 6th-12th are invited to bring their instrument - almost any instrument! - to jam with other students and play music together. Students must already understand the basics of how to play their instrument and be reasonably proficient in playing at least beginner pieces on their own. Please let teacher know what instrument your child will be playing so he can plan music for the Spring semester.
Teacher: Jon Holowaty
email: musicteacherjon@gmail.com
phone/text: 650-576-2427
Website: mtj-studio.com
Sr. Musical Theater - 2 hour 20 minute class
Grades 4-12
$360 per semester
Become a part of a musical theater production! Each child will have a chance to participate as we rehearse and produce a Broadway Musical Jr production. Every week will be a full rehearsal. We practice stage presence, singing, and dancing. Simple costumes and props will be necessary. Some provided and some sourced from participants. Sr theater rehearsal time extends to 2:45 pm. We perform our 1 hour musical for parents and friends on an assigned performance day outside of class meeting times.
Note: additional rehearsals are required for this class.
$360 per student (two hour 20-minute class session. Only available at El Dorado Hills 4th and 5th period)
Teacher: Rachel Wattson
email: rachelwattsonfit@gmail.com
phone: 760-716-2793
T-Shirt Tycoons
Grades: 6-8, 7-12
$205 per semester
Step into the world of t-shirt design and e-commerce with "T-Shirt Tycoons" a comprehensive course that
bridges the gap between artistic creativity and e-commerce. This unique class offers students a hands-on
approach to the t-shirt design process, from conceptualization to real-world production, as students design
and create multiple t-shirts!
Course highlights include:
● Digital Design Skills: Students will dive into the world of digital art creation using Canva, a
user-friendly graphic design tool that turns ideas into stunning visuals fit for print.
● From Concept to Creation: Students will explore the journey of a t-shirt's life cycle, understanding
how to translate digital designs into physical products using professional print providers.
● Collaborative Projects: Students will work alongside peers to critique designs, share ideas, and
navigate the creative process, fostering a community of support and creativity.
● A Custom T-Shirt: Students will proudly wear t-shirts they've designed by the end of the course, a
true testament to their creativity and new-found design skills.
This course is ideal for students with a flair for creativity and a passion for seeing their ideas materialize.
Whether they're interested in the aesthetics of design, the thrill of creation, or simply the joy of wearing
custom t-shirts, "T-Shirt Tycoons" offers a comprehensive introduction to the exciting process of t-shirt
creation.
*Two t-shirts per student, t-shirts run true to size, please select t-shit size accordingly*
*Student laptop recommended but not required*
Teacher: Joe Vargas
Email: YourFirstChoiceTutoring@gmail.com
Phone/text: 916-805-7333
Website: www.FirstChoiceTutoring.com
Yearbook
Grades 7-12
$190 per semester
In this course students gain useful, real-world skills in time management, marketing, teamwork, and design principles. Collaboratively, the students will produce a creative, innovative yearbook recording Foothill Learning Academy memories and events. Students learn page design, publishing techniques, copywriting, editing and photography. A laptop computer is required for this class.
Teacher: Rachel Wattson
email: rachelwattsonfit@gmail.com
phone: 760-716-2793
COMPUTER SCIENCE and TECHNOLOGY
Building Apps and Games
Grades 6-8, 7-12
$250 per semester (one voucher)
Students learn coding by building web apps and games using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. All learning is self-paced, guided by our online project-based curriculum:
https://www.mrcodeswildride.com/curriculum
Note that this is not a lecture-based class, all learning is very hands-on. Students are expected to work on their projects throughout class. The instructor and teaching assistants will be very proactive in helping students build projects, but students are expected to put in the effort each and every class.
The class will have about a 6-to-1 student-instructor ratio to ensure that all students can get individualized help and guidance. Laptops provided for in-class use.
Teacher: Mr. Code's Wild Ride
email: kellerdb@gmail.com
phone/text:(916) 439-0991
website: www.mrcodeswildride.com