Geometry This is a study in Euclidean geometry which uses proofs as we will investigate lines and shapes. Description This class is designed for students seeking a geometry class that will prepare them to transition to Algebra II and eventually trigonometry and other higher level math classes. This is a study in Euclidean geometry which uses proofs as we will investigate properties of parallel lines, congruent triangles, and other geometric shapes. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Jennifer Long Credits 1 Credit Period Period 1: 8:15 - 9:30am Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Prerequisite - Successful completion of Algebra I. Required Text and Materials: 2-inch 3 ring binder (for text) Pencils Ruler Protractor Compass Scientific calculator Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $40 fee for textbook, All Things Algebra- Geometry, and materials (provided by the instructor) $10 lab fee paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class. Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Research Writing Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of research and writing. Description In this yearlong Research Writing course, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of research writing through a structured progression of essay assignments. Throughout the semester, students will engage in writing and developing various types of essays, including narrative, compare/contrast, summary/response, and a longer research paper we will adapt to become an argumentative paper. Students will create an infographic poster to present and share their research at the end of the year. With these assignments, students will build writing skills step-by-step. There will be a strong emphasis on writing multiple drafts, receiving feedback, making revisions, and refining work to enhance clarity and coherence. Throughout the year, there will also be opportunities to work on practical skills like building SAT vocabulary, reviewing grammar, MLA formatting, preparing a college essay, writing professional emails, and creating a cover letter, resume and how to write a professional thank you note. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Sally Bacon Credits 1 Credit Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Required Text and Materials: MLA Handbook (OFFICIAL); 9th Edition 3 Ring Binder, at least 1.5", and 8 page dividers Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $10.00 Material Fee Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Drama: Characters and Scene Study Explore fascinating characters and extraordinary situations by bringing them to life! Description Bring in a scene from a play or film script or discover a new one in class with a friend. We can even create scripts from your favorite stories and songs! We’ll have fun exploring what’s going on with fascinating characters and extraordinary situations while we bring them to life! Invite family and friends to come see you perform your favorite scenes at the end of the semester! Note: All scenes and monologues must adhere to KDO policies and are subject to the Instructor's approval. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Christina MacCloskey Credits 0.5 Credit Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Weekly Tuition $8/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $5 for scripts and scene study supplies Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Geometry Out of the Box Designed for high school students seeking a less rigorous geometry course. Description This class is designed for high school students seeking a less rigorous geometry course. This is an opportunity for students to learn geometry through text as well as real life applications through hands on projects. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Marnie Pilarcik Credits 1 Credit Period Period 1: 8:15 - 9:30am Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1. Required Materials: Math-U-See Geometry Student Pack (includes student workbook and test booklet), from: Geometry Student Pack (demmelearning.com) Math-U-See Geometry Instruction Manual (2009 Hardcover). ISBN 978-1-60826-035-5 (DVD not required) Compass Protractor Ruler Calculator Pencil Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $20 Material Fee Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Ready to join a homeschool co-op? Register for KDO Academy near York, PA. Weekly enrichment, Christian community, qualified teachers. Limited spots—secure your place today! Choose Your Perferred Classes Review our Policies & Guidelines Receive Your Student's Status Submit Full Application KDO Academy Enrollment Elementary Application Form *Required* This form submits your request for your student's enrollment. The registrar will then confirm your student's status - $80 Application Fee per Student Elementary Medical Form *Required* Use this form to share any medical needs, allergies, or health considerations so staff can properly support your child during the day. Elementary Safety Form *Required* This form identifies emergency contacts and authorized pick-up individuals, ensuring your child is released safely and according to KDO procedures Elementary HS/Bridge Application Form *Required* This form submits your request for your student's enrollment. The registrar will then confirm your student's status - $80 Registration Fee per Student HS/Bridge Medical Form *Required* Complete this form to communicate medical needs, allergies, or health concerns that may impact your student during the school day. 2026 Graduation Form *Opens in the fall of each year* For seniors, this form gathers information for graduation planning, including ceremony participation, cap and gown ordering, and related logistics. High School / Bridge Please Note: Application opens and closes at the times indicated. Application forms submitted early will not be accepted and will have to be resubmitted at the correct time. All forms must be submitted at the time of application. You will receive a confirmation email from the Registrar confirming your requested class(es) within 1 week of a pplication submission. Previous attendance at KDO does not guarantee a spot for your student(s); classes have space limitations and some fill up quickly. Suggested Core Classes This guide helps families choose a balanced set of classes by grade level while leaving room for flexibility in their homeschool plan. Payments, Invoices, Fees Ways to Submit Payment: Mail to: KDO Academy, 2536 Eastern Blvd, Unit 131, York PA 17402 Drop off in the clear box at the front desk. Use bill pay from your bank PayPal: Send payment to info@kdoacademy.org . NOTE: PayPal payments incur a 4% fee. Manually add the fee to the amount you wish to pay. Please Note: Please include your student’s name(s) on every payment!Reminder: $25 fee for bounced checks CONTACT US ELEMENTARY Classroom questions, drop-off/pick-up concerns, registration help: elemregistration@kdoacademy.org BRIDGE / HIGH SCHOOL Class choices, Jupiter access, or academic questions: registration@kdoacademy.org GENERAL QUESTIONS Questions about policies or anything not classroom-specific: updates@kdoacademy.org PAYMENT QUESTIONS Invoices, tuition concerns, or payment arrangements: payments@kdoacademy.org

Writing with Purpose Workshop-style collaborative course on the writing process and the purposes for writing. Description Students will utilize the writing process and investigate the purposes for writing (entertainment, persuasion, and information) in this collaborative workshop-style course. We will examine the six essential writing elements (ideas, sentence fluency, organization, word choice, voice, and conventions) and explore a variety of appropriate publishing formats. Course assignments will include editing exercises, grammar study, and writing. Class Status Class Status: GO - Full; Join the Waitlist Instructor Mary Oles Credits Period Period 2A: 9:35 - 10:35am Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Text Required: Grammar Made Easy: Writing a Step Above by Connie Schenkelberg [print or electronic version (can be obtained via TeacherPayTeacher)] Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $20 materials fees for student workbook Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Bridge Speech Students will earn the basic skills needed to improve their communication skills. Description In this introductory course, students learn the basic skills needed to improve their communication skills. The course includes units covering social speaking, reading aloud, storytelling, poetry reading, speech organization, and formal speeches. Impromptu activities and games are part of each lesson to help the student become more comfortable speaking in group situations. Each student will present several impromptu speeches and three formal speeches. Class Status Class Status: GO - Full; Join the Waitlist Instructor Merry Parshall Credits 1 Credit Period Period 2A: 9:35 - 10:35am Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Text Required: Public Speaking: A Student Guide by Katherine Pebley O’Neil Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor N/A Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Health I Students will learn how to live a balanced life physically, spiritually, and mentally. Description The objective of this course is to teach students the importance of living a healthy and balanced life physically, spiritually, and mentally. In the first semester, we will learn how and why we need to take care of the bodies God gave us by studying topics such as personal hygiene, safety, nutrition, and exercise. This class is available to Bridge and High School students. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Rachel Stephens Credits 0.5 Credit Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Required Materials: Students will need a 1” binder for class notes Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $15 for class supplies Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Cake Art I Fondant & Modeling Chocolate Description Learn the techniques of Fondant and Modeling Chocolate to add creativity to your cakes. Students will learn to make homemade marshmallow fondant and cover a cake in fondant. They will explore various easy fondant decorations made with cutters, plungers, and molds. They will also learn how to make modeling chocolate and shape 3-dimensional figures. The final project will be a complete cake that the student will design, decorate, and bring on the last day for KDO students and staff to admire and vote for their favorite. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Julie Runkle Credits Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Basic class not a required prerequisite as class will review how to make and ice a cake. A supply list of cake decorating tools (est. $12) will be sent to students before class starts. Weekly Tuition $8/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $10 for shared supplies. Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

National Parks I Explore the wild, historic, and breathtaking landscapes of America's National Parks. Description Pack your boots (and books) as we prepare to explore the wild, historic, and breathtaking landscapes of America's National Parks. This course is a journey through American History and culture using the "living museums" of the United States. Together we'll discover the process taken to create the National Parks System. We will dig deep into the history, science, and geography of our most iconic landmarks and many lesser known American marvels. This particular class will cover the first 31 National Parks including Yellowstone, Crater Lake, Denali, and Grand Canyon. Additionally, we will explore many of the National Designations. In class, we will explore the parks through interactive activities, experiments, and discussion. Homework will include weekly reading, podcasts and basic research into specific National Parks. Students will be asked to regularly share their findings on these parks. In addition to weekly homework, a road trip project will be assigned. This is a stand alone class and can be combined with a 2nd semester which will uncover the remaining 32 National Parks including, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Pinnacles and more. This course could count toward .5 credit for either Geography or History. Class Status Class Status: GO - Full; Join the Waitlist Instructor Julie Brenneman Credits 0.5 Credit Period Period 2B: 10:40 - 11:40am Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Text Required: All students must have a National Park Guide that contains all 63 National Parks. Here are my 3 recommendations with general readability. Please choose the one that would be most appropriate for your student. If you have questions please reach out to me directly. For younger students or those needing easier reading(closer to a 5th or 6th grade reading level), use this guide: Lonely Plant Kids: America's National Parks For students reading at 7th grade level or beyond I would suggest this Guide: National Geographic Ultimate Guide to the National Parks ***These last resources can be considered for the National Park Enthusiast and advanced reader. Neither is required but would be considered extra resources. *** This guide goes beyond the 63 National covering nearly all 433 National Park Units. Complete National Parks of the United States This is a coffee table book with detailed descriptions, maps, and large pictures. Atlas of the National Parks Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $10 for class copies and supplies for the experiments and activities Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Probability This class will investigate different probability math concepts . Description This class will investigate different probability math concepts, from mean, median and mode to box-and-whisker plots and more. We will then apply those concepts and more to different games and watch how probability can affect outcomes. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Jennifer Long Credits 0.5 Credit Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pre-Algebra is preferred. Required Text and Supplies: The "text" used in class will be generated from various sources and will be handed out as worksheets and practice pages, as needed. {See Note below} 2-inch 3 ring binder (for text) Pencils Calculator Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $25 for text and materials (provided by the instructor). This includes material handouts with notes and assignments. Payment is due on the first day of class, payable to the Instructor . $15 Materials Fee for materials/games; Paid to the instructor directly on the first day of class. Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW

Write Shop II Learn to write creative essay assignments and continue to writing 5 paragraph essays Description This course begins with creative essay assignments and proceeds to writing 5 paragraph essays. Class instruction includes voice tense with a focus on clarity, conciseness, vocabulary, editing, and stronger paragraphs. The 5-paragraph essay unit includes instruction on improving thesis statements, introduction, body, and closing paragraphs. Specific essays included in the program are opinion, compare/contrast, descriptive, and timed essays. Write Shop II includes class activities, games, and escape rooms to improve writing skills while being fun and challenging! The course is intended for students in 9th-12th grade who have completed Write Shop I. Students who have already completed a strong basic writing program and are well versed in grammar may also consider this option. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Merry Parshall Credits 1 Credit Period Period 3: 12:20 - 1:20pm Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Text Required: Write Shop II Student Workbook Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor N/A Previous Item Next Item Ready to Secure your Classes? Secure their spot in the courses they’re excited about, and let’s prepare together for a year filled with discovery, friendship, and Christ-centered learning. We can’t wait to welcome your family into another incredible KDO semester! APPLY NOW