A cooler snap has set the mood for Fall 2013 registration at DVHS Co-op. Our new year begins September 19 (see all dates in sidebar on the right of the blog). See our course descriptions below and get set for another great DVHS year.
9:00-10:30:
Introduction to Business
Fee: $100
Minimum 6, Maximum 16
This course is an overview of general business and will look at practical uses of business from a variety of positions. It will touch on areas such as micro/macro
economics, purchasing, cash flow, profit and loss, logistics, production and
sales, product design, marketing, manufacturing, accounting, human relations
and employees, customer service, management, entrepreneurship, and investing. Assignments will include short weekly quizzes on the reading and small group work as students create their own "business" from inception to market.
Required texts (Students/ families are responsible for purchasing the required texts
before the course begins): :
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber
The Goal by Dr. Eliyahu M. Goldratt
Classical Mythology
Fee: $90
Minimum 6, maximum 16
Ever used an atlas when planning a trip? Been accused of being narcissistic? Do you boast a herculean physique, or is fast food your Achilles’ heel? The two greatest literary influences on Western culture are the Bible and classical mythology, but while most of us have known our Bible stories from childhood, all too often we fail to recognize not only the superficial but the significant ways in which ancient Greek mythology and culture impact our lives even today.
This course will offer an introduction to primarily Greek classical mythology, including the idea of mythology, stories of origins, tales of the Greek gods and heroes, and the Trojan War. We’ll consider how Greek mythology compares and contrasts with Judeo-Christian views and how it has informed Western culture in literature and art. Students will have the opportunity to respond to the material in various ways, such as creative writing, mock “interviews,” artwork, etc. Grades will not be given unless requested at registration.
Required Text (Students/ families are responsible for purchasing the required text
before the course begins):
Myths of the Ancient Greeks by Richard P. Martin (~$12; available from Chapters. ca)
Gym
Fee: $35
Maximum: 20
This fall’s sports:
1) Ultimate Frisbee: 2 weeks (weather permitting)
2) Volleyball: 4 weeks
[Beach (weather permitting) or 4 man: 1 week
6 man: 1 week
9 man: 1 week
sitting: 1 week]
3) Basketball: 3 weeks
4) Floorball: 3 weeks
Proper gym attire (modest T-shirt, modest shorts or sweat pants and non-marking running shoes) is mandatory. No jeans or hoodies as they are a safety issue. For volleyball--knee pads are highly recommended.
Church History
Fee: $80
Minimum 7, maximum 16
This course will provide a sweeping survey of the past two thousand years of Christian history. Students will learn about the key events and personalities that God has used to shape the modern Church.
Week One - Beginnings
Week Two - The Church Fathers
Week Three - Augustine
Week Four - Medieval Christianity
Week Five - The Great Schism
Week Six - Debate
Week Seven - Reformation in Europe
Week Eight - Calvin and Luther
Week Nine - The Rise of Evangelicalism
Week Ten - The 19th Century and the Rise of Modernism
Week Eleven - Debate
Week Twelve - Modern Movements
There will be no required text. Readings will be given each week and discussed in class. Two debates will be held during the course where the students will be divided into teams to debate a relevant topic based on the material studied to date. The students will have input into the topic of each debate. Students will also be required to write a five page essay on each half of the course. The essay topics will be chosen from a list provided to the students.
Course Evaluation:
30% debate
30% class participation
40% two short essays (5 pages double spaced, 12pt Arial)
10:45-12:15:
Art: Introduction to Canadian Art
Fee: $130 (includes materials)
Minimum 6, maximum 16
This course introduces students to four stylistic movements within Canadian art history. Three weeks will be spent on each of the following periods.
1. Inuit Art- focus on style, colour schemes
2. West Coast Native art- totem poles, paintings, carvings and Emily Carr.
3. Art between the wars: Group of Seven
4. Lawren Harris and moving into abstract.
Each class will begin with a study of the artists in each movement with the bulk of class time spent on studio projects that reflect the aesthetic of that particular movement. The studio component of each class will introduce students to various art media and techniques including acrylic paint, pen and ink, and water colour.
Shall We Dance?
Fee: $169.50 ($150 + HST)
Minimum 6, maximum 16
Ballroom, Salsa/Latin & Swing Dancing is a fun activity for children, youth/teens and young adults that helps to develop confidence, poise, and social skills that are important throughout life. Your danceScape certified instructor will introduce different dance styles, steps, rhythm, and timing in a fun and goal-oriented way. Students will gain confidence to dance at weddings, gala fundraisers, and other special events while having fun and getting fit.
Physics
Fee: $90
Minimum 5, maximum 16
This course develops students' understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore kinematics, different kinds of forces, energy transformations, and more. They will enhance their scientific investigation skills as they test the laws of physics. In addition they will gain a deeper understanding of problem solving processes, the world around them, and the universe at large. The course will be based loosely on the text Nelson Physics; however, the students will not require a copy of the textbook as all resources will be provided.
Prerequisites: equivalent of Ontario curriculum grade 10 Academic Math and Science. Please see the following links:
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/math910curr.pdf
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/math.html
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/science910_2008.pdf
It is the parents’ responsibility to ensure that their students are academically prepared for this course. Withdrawing partway through the course may mean that no space remains in other concurrent courses.
Essay Writing
Fee: $90
Minimum 5, maximum 16
This course will cover all aspects of basic essay writing--thesis statements, organization, introductions, conclusions, transitions, etc, and will focus on the persuasive essay. Elements of writing style will also be addressed and liberal doses of humour will be included : ). Students will be encouraged to develop their written communication skills in creative and winsome ways that honour our God-given gift of language.
Prerequisite: Students must be able to identify all basic parts of speech (basic grammar terms such as nouns, verbs, etc) and to write a coherent paragraph of at least six sentences with a topic sentence, concluding sentence, and no serious grammatical problems. I will require by email at registration a sample expository paragraph or if possible a sample composition/ report written by the student in the past year before confirmation of registration in this course. Grades will not be given unless requested at registration.
Required texts (Students/ families are responsible for purchasing the required texts
before the course begins):
Student Resource Notebook (available as a download from
http://www.excellenceinwriting.com/SRN-E). Cost: ~$7.00 US. One per family.
The Pen Commandments by Stephen Frank (available from Amazon.ca or
Chapters.ca). Cost: ~ $14 CDN. One per family.
1:00-3:00:
Fantastical Characters: A Course in Physical Theatre and Character Study
Fee: $135
Minimum 6 , maximum 16
This Acting course will introduce the students to the comic elements of Physical Theatre, Clowning, and Commedia dell’arte. The students will learn to create whimsical and absurd characters through Improvisation and Character Study. A portion of the first 5 classes will be set aside to build Commedia masks and view performances by physical theatre companies such as Motus O’s Suasion and Salva’s Snowshow. Each student will develop his or her own Character and participate in a class Physical Theatre performance.
• There is a mandatory dress code of black track or yoga pants and running shoes; a large black t-shirt will be provided.
• Students are responsible for creating their own costumes.
• The first two classes they will need a facial cleanser and towel as they will be making moulds of their own faces for the masks.
Course cost includes:
• a large black t-shirt (If XL or M sized shirt is needed, please inform the instructor by Sept 9.)
• all mask making materials
• paper and copying fees
• outside class instruction help
Woodworking and Design
Fee: $158.20 ($140 + HST; includes materials)
Minimum 7, maximum 15
Students will be asked to produce their very own woodworking creation. The course will focus on a design concept, planning, and drawing, as well as the material and basic tools (hand and power) used in the joinery, assembly, and finishing of the project. Students will develop critical thinking with each phase of their assignment and walk away with tangible evidence of their efforts at the end of the semester.
Cooking Together: From Field To Plate
Fee: $150 (plus food costs*)
Minimum 8, maximum 12
Discover new tastes and have fun in the kitchen! In this interactive culinary class we’ll create simple, great-tasting foods and explore some local foods available to us. Participate in hands-on cooking sessions, food demonstrations, field trips to local farms and producers, and visits from guest chefs to teach us about ingredients or techniques such as knife skills. Our class will be custom-designed based on what the group decides we want to cook together; recipes will feature wholesome, seasonal ingredients. Students will enjoy foods together and take home any extras to share with their families. Please note that parents will be needed to drive for one or two field trips.
(* Food costs will be kept low by cooking with seasonal foods and ingredients sourced from our own kitchens as well as local suppliers.)
Missions
Fee: no fee
Maximum: 12
The Missions group will engage in various service projects on Thursday afternoons, such as at the Good Shepherd Centre in Hamilton, and possibly other times based on availability of students and opportunities. Parents of students involved will be scheduled to assist with transportation on Thursdays.
