INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE IN WRITING STUDENT WRITING INTENSIVE (For more information see https://www.excellenceinwriting.com/. )
Give your school year a jump start with this four-day intensive writing course. Past experience has shown us that speech students need to know how to write well before they can speak well. This award-winning program has been highly successful at training our speech club members.  Recorded live in 2001 by nationally-aclaimed teacher Andrew Pudewa, the Student Writing Intensive (SWI) is a course presented directly to students. Comprised of four complete lessons on DVD, each session presents models and techniques , accompanied by suggested assignments for additional practice between the video classes. This is a student intensive workshop; plan on spending your mornings doing the homework for this afternoon class, about 2-3 hours each day for three days, W-TH-F.  Students will learn how to outline source material, construct paragraphs, and improve their vocabulary and grammar in a fun and engaging format. Each group (A, B, or C) presumes no previous experience and differs mainly in the type of source texts used, speed of presentation, and sophistication of vocabulary. Consequently, you should choose the level based on your child’s age and maturity, rather than writing ability; and, if you wish to use the SWI with children of mixed ages, you can generally “shoot for the middle” and get excellent results. A pleasurable experience for kids. "Mr. Pudewa is SOOOO funny!" - Alexa Sleadd
Group A: ages 9-11
Group B: ages 12-14
Group C: ages 15-18
Proctor: Cindy Quaid
Instructor: Andrew Pudewa
Tuition: $40   Materials: $15 (we will order notebook for you; pay for it on first day)

CONFIDENCE IN COMMUNICATION  (Click for course syllabus)
Students will gain experience and confidence in communicating in a variety of settings.  Students will be expected to write, interpret, and deliver several speeches each term.  A supportive, positive atmosphere will insure your child will flourish.  By January they should have the skills necessary to compete in tournaments, with training in limited-preparation speeches, apologetics, current events topics, and platform speeches.  In spring term they will be introduced to the art of argumentation and debate as preparation for competition the following year. Sign up for one, two, or all three terms.
Ages 12- up
1.5 hrs, 3 terms                          
Instructor:  Pastor John Sleadd
Fall Term: Beginning Speech Skills (Persuasive, Expository, Impromptu, Apologetics)
Tuition: $75                   

THE TRUTH PROJECT (Click for sessions outline)
An In-Depth Christian Worldview Experience
Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project DVD series will be used to examine the key elements of a biblical worldview. The material is designed to transform and fortify Christians by the renewing of their hearts and minds.  Christians who want to be disciple-makers and ambassadors in the culture will highly benefit from this study and discussion group.
Ages 12-up (children welcome)
Facilitator- Pastor John Sleadd
Instructor’s Fee- no charge
Contact: pastorjohnsleadd@gmail.com

FOR THE LOVE OF SCIENCE (Click for course syllabus)
This course will use Body By Design as the  main text of study to examine the amazing machinery and processes found within the human body. The goal is to foster a life-long love and appreciation for God’s incredible creation. 
Term 1: Wonders of the Human Body
Term 2: DNA, Darwin, Design, And Disease
Term 3: Birds, Botany And Animal Behaviors
Ages 12-up
Instructor- Science Teacher Steve Holst
Tuition: $75
Class Canceled. This class is being offered in Central Point, independent of CBA . For more information contact Steve Holst at sa7holst@gmail.com

APOLOGIA PHYSICS 1 (Click for course syllabus)
This college-prep physics course is designed for the student who has completed Algebra II and has had an introduction to the definitions of sine, cosine, and tangent. It provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general physics, heavily emphasizing vector analysis; the first term is ideal preparation for a university-level physics course. It provides the student with a strong background in one-dimensional and two-dimensional motion, Newton’s laws and their application, gravity, work and energy, momentum, periodic motion, waves, optics, electrostatics, electrodynamics, electrical circuits, and magnetism.  Allow six to eight hours a week of homework in your schedule.
The second term, Advanced Physics 2 (click for course syllabus), should bring the student to a level competent enough to take the Advanced Placement Test in Physics B or C and receive college credit.  Allow six to eight hours a week of homework.  The textbook is written for home school students in a conversational style so that they can teach it to themselves.  Sign up for one or both terms. 
Ages 14-adult                         
Facilitator: Arden Sleadd
Tuition: $36/term     Materials: $89/term

U.S. and WORLD GEOGRAPHY (Click for course syllabus)
This course is open to all ages, but is geared for grades 4 through 8, with bees, oral quizzes, games, and fun interactive activities as well as challenging study. Those participating will be encouraged to enter our county-wide GeoBee for homeschooled students, sponsored by National Geographic. Materials listed on syllabus should be ordered and obtained prior to course.
Ages 9-adult; younger siblings welcome to sit in for free
Facilitator: Shelli Owen
Location & Time: 2-4pm Tuesdays beginning Sep 9th at First Christian Church, Grants Pass
Tuition:$48/term for first student, $12 each additional student, parents no charge Materials fees: variable - see syllabus

BIBLICAL HEBREW I  (Click for course syllabus)  
This course delves into the original language of the Old Testament as a first step fostering personal enrichment and responsible Bible study. We enter into the inspired and inerrant conversation of the Old Testament writers by immersing ourselves into Biblical Hebrew through speaking, hearing, and writing the words and texts of Scripture. Each semester we master around 200 Hebrew nouns, verbs and adjectives found in Biblical texts with application for basic interpretative skills.
Ages 10-up
Instructor: Pastor Mark Sumpter
Class Canceled. This class may run independent of CBA. For more information contact Pastor Mark Sumpter at faithpastor@grantspass.com

FAMILY CHOIR: Learn to Sing Here  (Click for course syllabus)
Learn to use the musical instrument God blessed you with!  Be ready to sing His praises in Heaven eternally!  If you are unsure of your singing ability, that’s okay!  Don’t be intimidated by the families that have some background in music; they will consider it a privilege of equipping your family with the joy of sharing music and singing together.  This is not a performance group primarily; it is a training ground.  No audition for entrance required.  Come learn basic sight reading and harmony skills in this weekly rehearsal format.  Performance opportunities will occur as the choir is prepared and ready.
All Ages Welcome!
Director: Ron Strom   
Tuition: $25/person/term, up to $100/family Materials: $10/term   

DRAWING  (Click for course syllabus)
This class will be progressive, beginning with foundations in drawing. The main emphasis will be on helping students to learn or improve their ability to draw more realistically, but the skills they learn should also enable them to draw believable figures that are fun or imaginary as well. If there is time, we may also do some pen and ink and/or charcoal drawings (the amount we can accomplish in the time we have will depend on the student's abilities and interests).
Ages 12 – up (assignments tailored to individual ages)
Tuition:  $110 for one or two students, $55 for each additional per term    Materials: approx. $185 for year (instructor will contact you after registration for ordering materials)
Instructor: Shelli Owen

MATH 76 and 87 Tutoring            
This home school mother with previous experience teaching at a private school can help you one-on-one with Saxon Math wherever you are in your textbook and get you through the concepts you may be struggling with.  If there is enough interest in the same level, a small-group setting may be an option.
Ages: 11-14
Tuition: $6/hr for group of 5-8; $10/half hr private lesson      
Instructor: Holly Johnson