Getting Started at Schola
Schola Homeschool Classes introduce students in Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston to the consequences of ideas in every discipline. Students (6th to 12th grade) study the subjects of a classical liberal arts curriculum: great books of literature and history, Latin and rhetoric, as well as science and mathematics. Schola classes teach students the skills of thinking and learning, equipping students to intelligently engage the world in which they live.
Schola homeschool classes meet once or twice per week. Students receive instruction in class and then complete assignments at home under parental supervision. Testing occurs in class or at home with a parent proctor.
Parents are ultimately responsible for the education of their children and are encouraged to choose classes carefully, support their students in the amount and quality of study time, and to continue in their role as mentor. One of the most important ingredients in the success of homeschool classes is an available parent who can oversee work done at home. For a family in which both parents work outside the home on a full-time or almost full-time basis, a more traditional school setting is probably a better choice.
Schola has been a "Meeting Place for Teachers and Pupils" since the fall of 2007, when ninety students enrolled in Schola classes. Currently, nearly 150 students are enrolled in classes at Schola.
Schola Open House
Learn more about Schola Homeschool Classes at our Open House.
When:
- April 17, 2012 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Where:
- Providence Presbyterian Church 3510 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land (the southwest corner of Austin Parkway and Settlers Way).
What:
- Meet the teachers, see curricula, and ask questions about class objectives, content, and pacing.
- TGC : Mrs. Hart, Mrs. Samuelsen, Mrs. Zimmerman
- Latin: Mrs. Samuelsen
- Science: Mrs. Hart, Mrs. Harger, Mrs. Bird, Mrs. Kirby
- Math: Mrs. Kirby
- Speech & Debate: Mrs. Zimmerman
- Spanish & French: Mrs. Vickrey
- Elementary Enrichment Classes: Mrs. Zimmerman, Mrs. Lengefeld, Miss Haggard, Mrs. Kilburn, Miss Gibson
- See the academic advisor to learn more about making a plan for junior high and high school, class sequence, and scheduling.
- Academic Advisor: Mrs. Lengefeld
- See the registration team to register for classes and pay fees.
Schola Elementary Enrichment Classes
Schola will offer five Elementary Enrichment Classes for 2012/2013. These classes are designed to provide classroom learning experiences for students in grades four through six by supplementing their studies at home.
- Multi-level: Schola Elementary Enrichment Classes are appropriate for grades four through six, so siblings can enroll in the same class.
- Repeatable: Schola Elementary Enrichment Classes include individual practice or projects that students can benefit from each time they take the class.
- Goal-directed: Schola Elementary Enrichment Classes include participation in a culminating activity including a collection of writings, a play, a science fair, and geography and math bees.
- Fun!: Schola Elementary Enrichment Classes provide a fun way to explore new topics and practice important skills. Classes meet one hour per week and have one hour or less of homework each week. No grades are issued.
Students who are nine years of age by September first may enroll in one or more of the Elementary Enrichment Classes. Please note that we cannot accommodate elementary students in Schola Study Hall.
- Writing Workshop: Students practice basic writing skills and participate in "writing workshops" culminating in a "published" collection of student writings.
- Minimus Latin: Students explore a lively introduction to the Latin language and the culture of Roman Britain culminating in a play performed in Latin for family and friends.
- Geography Bee / Science Fair: In the fall, students explore world geography in preparation for participation in the National Geographic Geography Bee. In the spring, students explore the scientific method and prepare a science project for participation in a Science Fair.
- History / Science: Students will explore history and science topics in conjunction with the topics covered in Geography Bee /Science Fair class that meets right before. The classes can be taken together or separately.
- Math Games: Students practice logical thinking, mental math skills, and quick and accurate execution of math facts in preparation for participation in a Math Bee.
See complete class descriptions.
Questions? Contact Schola.
Schola 2012/2013 Registration
Registration for Schola 2012/2013 is now open! Returning Schola families will receive registration priority until Schola Open House on April 17, 2012. Registration forms from new families will be accepted beginning that night. Some classes filled very quickly last year, so please be sure to get your registration forms in as soon as possible if you plan to return to Schola.
Speak with Schola instructors at the following events:
- SCCHE Outside Class Preview: Tuesday, April 10th from 6:30 to 8:30 at Sugar Creek Baptist Church Old Gym.
- Schola Open House: Tuesday, April 17th from 6:00 to 9:00 at Providence Presbyterian Church.
- Schola Spring Picnic: Thursday, April 26th from 5:30 to 8:30 at Sugar Land Memorial Park.
- Schola Orientation: Monday, August 6th from 6:00 to 9:00.
Questions? Contact Schola.
Schola Class Sequence
Although no one class sequence fits all students, the following are the two most common/recommended class sequences and will not produce any conflicts in the Schola high school schedule. Although these sequences are only a suggestion, parents should speak with instructors about alternate plans. Please note that students may successfully begin TGC at any level.
Class Sequence A
| TGC | Latin+ | Science | Math |
| Writing Workshop* | Minimus I* | Geography/Science* | Math Games* |
| Writing Workshop* | Minimus II* | Geography/Science* | Math Games* |
| TGC Prep A or B | Latin 1A | Life Science | Math Prep |
| TGC Primer | Latin 1A OR Latin 1B OR Latin 1 | Earth Science | Pre-Algebra |
| TGC 1 | Latin 1B OR Latin 2 | Physical Science | Algebra 1 |
| TGC 2 | Latin 2 OR Latin 3 | Biology | Geometry |
| TGC 3 | Latin 3 | Chemistry | Algebra 2 |
| Physics | Pre-Calculus OR Consumer Math |
*Elementary enrichment classes for grades 4 and up.
+Latin classes must be taken in sequence: Latin 1A, 1B, 2, 3 OR Latin 1, 2, 3.
Class Sequence B
| TGC | Latin+ | Science | Math |
| Writing Workshop* | Minimus I* | Geography/Science* | Math Games* |
| Writing Workshop* | Minimus II* | Geography/Science* | Math Games* |
| TGC Prep A or B | Latin 1A | Life Science | Math Prep |
| TGC Prep A or B | Latin 1A OR Latin 1B OR Latin 1 | Earth Science | Pre-Algebra |
| TGC Primer | Latin 1B OR Latin 2 | Physical Science | Algebra 1 |
| TGC 1 | Latin 2 OR Latin 3 | Biology | Geometry |
| TGC 2 | Latin 3 | Chemistry | Algebra 2 |
| TGC 3 | Physics | Pre-Calculus OR Consumer Math |
*Elementary enrichment classes for grades 4 and up.
+Latin classes must be taken in sequence: Latin 1A, 1B, 2, 3 OR Latin 1, 2, 3.
Why Study Latin?
"The study of Latin is a complete education in that it develops the intellectual powers of the mind and at the same time develops English language sklls far more effectively than English grammar, thus achieving the two most important goals of education at the same time.
"Latin, like math, gives the student the experience of studying one subject to a master level. This is what is missing in modern education. We try to teach everything and we cover too many subjects too superficially. " Read More
Connecting the Dots -- From David Quine
CONNECTING THE DOTS ~ I remember the first time I was given a book full of dots. I turned from page to page. I am sure I had a puzzled look on my face. There were so many dots and they seemed so random. What did they mean? It was all so confusing to me. I set the book to the side. It must have seemed to my parents that I was not interested. Then my brother picked up the book. I watched him. A pattern began to unfold as he started connecting the dots. Then I realized that the dots were not just some random collection. There was a pattern.
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"My wife and I have been very impressed with Schola. Both [our daughters] have learned a great deal in math, science and the humanities. ...The accountability has been great ... and we find that Schola has struck just the right balance between supporting us in our overall educational goals for [our children] and tutoring them in specific subjects. We have four kids, and we are not sure how we would manage without Schola." M.M.
