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Beginning Writing Class


“You can make anything by writing.” C.S. Lewis

Class dates: for 2026: January 8, 15, 22, & 29 February 5, 12, 19, & 26 March 5, 12, 19, & 26

They will write poetry; instructions; an advertisement; a narrative, persuasive or an opinion essay; and try a short graphic story. Your student will have fun learning to use their creativity in writing.


The class format will be a combination of lecture, discussions, and a lot of writing.
We will address grammar during class also. 
There WILL be homework assigned weekly.
Ms. Affleck will send out a supply list 2 weeks before the start of class.

To sign up for this class, please contact the tutor via email <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.>
 I am a Heartland vendor (Ms. A’s Tutoring)

 

Cost

Cost: $485 ($460.00 p/student plus $25 materials fee) Does not include separate HERC fee of $20

Prerequisite

students must be able to write independently & legibly

Grade

5th-10th grade

When

Thursdays Period 2 9:25 -10:45 am

Min Number of Students

Minimum 6 Maximum 10

NOTE: To sign up for this class, please contact the tutor via the email in the class description.

British Literature (English 12) College Prep

 This course is a survey of British literature from the Middle Ages through the Modern Era. However, our second semester will be a study of the works and life of C.S. Lewis. We will be reading a selection of his works covering some of his novels for children, science fiction, fantasy, myth, and various essays. The first semester will include an overview of four major literary periods: The Middle Ages, The Renaissance, The Age of Revolution and The Age of Reform. This Christian historic approach to British literature will concern itself with the political and historical ideas and their influence upon the authors. The class format will include lecture, discussion and reading, as well as audio/visual teaching aids.

A year-long syllabus will be sent home to ensure communication between parent/teacher, student and tutor. Materials required: British Literature for Christian Schools, Bob Jones University Press. (1992 and newer editions) Available for order from: www.bjupress.com or www.amazon.com. (A few are available in the HERC library). Five books by C.S. Lewis are required for the 2nd Semester. Any edition may be used and may be checked out from the Public Library system if needed: The Magician’s Nephew, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, Out of the Silent Planet, Till We Have Faces.

Contact Carla Muller for any  questions or to be added to Temporary Class Roster <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.>

Please no electronic books

 

Partial payments are not available at this time.

Cost

$615 (which includes the $40 HERC fee and $25 materials fee)

Prerequisite

completion of at least one year of High School English

Grade

High School

When

Thursdays: Period 4 12:20 - 1:40 pm

Min Number of Students

5

NOTE: To sign up for this class, please contact the tutor via the email in the class description.

Chess Club

The club meets once a month, 8 - 9 times in the school year, September thru May. See the HERC calendar for details. Chess is the strategy game of kings and generals. The game can be enjoyed at many different levels of play. Chess helps to develop critical thinking. Learn to play chess. All ages and skill levels, including beginners, are welcome. Have fun and improve your game strategy. Club time includes some group and individual instruction and board play time. Chess boards are provided. Students are welcome to also bring their own board if they wish. Strategy is discussed and play notation is encouraged to help develop strategy.   Contact Randy Cowart with questions or to be added to Temporary Club Roster <

Cost

Prerequisite

none

Grade

When

First Thursday of every month 3:15 p.m.

Min Number of Students

none

NOTE: To sign up for this class, please contact the tutor via the email in the class description.

Drama Club

Grade: 7-12 This a fun club where we work on acting skills and stage presence through improv and games during meetings and other gatherings. We also work on performances for HERC Showcases and Talent Shows, as well as occasional full-scale productions.  Minimum Number of Students: 5 When: First Thursdays, 3:10 - 4:30 pm Cost: $25 HERC fee Tutor: Sandy Armstrong Contact Sandy with questions or to be added to Temporary Club Roster <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.>

Cost

$25

Prerequisite

Grade

7th - 12th

When

First Thursday of every month

Min Number of Students

4

NOTE: To sign up for this class, please contact the tutor via the email in the class description.

Economics College Prep

Economics is the second semester of a student’s 12th grade requirement. This class will deal with the economics of countries and people from a biblical perspective. Topics covered include free enterprise, capitalism, free market, wealth and stewardship, and economic roles of individuals as well as government. There is much discussion, as well as projects, video clips, and class interaction. NOTE: Each component may be taken separately; Together with Government Class, these count as the 12th grade history core classes. Curriculum required: info given at the time of registration. A notebook, binder and writing utensils are required. Contact Diane Baker with questions or to be added to Temporary Class Roster <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.>

 

 

Partial payments are not available at this time.

Cost

$275 + $20 HERC fee = $295

Prerequisite

none

Grade

9th-12th

When

Thursdays, Period 2: 9:25-10:45 Second Semester only

Min Number of Students

5

NOTE: To sign up for this class, please contact the tutor via the email in the class description.

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