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Creative Cooking II This class will allow the more experienced cook to take their skills to the next level. Description Do you love to cook? Want to learn how to make inventive dishes? Creative cooking may be for you! This class will allow the more experienced cook to take their skills to the next level. Students will be taught challenging cooking techniques, how to combine flavors, and will be encouraged to use their abilities to create culinary adventures. Lesson plans will be geared toward the interests and skills of each class and will include the occasional basket challenge (building a dish based on "mystery" ingredients provided). Students must be willing to work in groups and actively participate in class. Basic cooking knowledge (such as reading a recipe, measuring ingredients, having a solid grasp on kitchen safety, and a basic understanding of how to handle a knife) is necessary for success. Previous experience in Intro to Cooking class is helpful, but not required. Restrictive diets (such as complete elimination of vegetables, sugars, dairy, or wheat products) may not be able to be accommodated as we will be working with a wide range of ingredients. Please make a note on your registration form if you have any specific questions for the teacher. Students will be asked to bring in shelf-stable ingredients at the beginning of each unit. Fresh ingredients will be provided. NOTE: Students can take one or both semesters. Class Status Class Status: GO - Full; Join the Waitlist Instructor Sally Klock Credits Period Period 2A: 9:35 - 10:35am Term 2nd Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Note: Students will be asked to bring in shelf-stable ingredients at the beginning of each unit. Fresh ingredients will be provided. Weekly Tuition $8/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $40 for initial 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

Exploring Stories II This class is designed for the bridge student who is looking for a language arts class. Class I and II may be taken in any order. Description This class is designed for the bridge student who is looking for a language arts class. Each week our class will explore a different short story (32+ total). Using these short stories we will cover literary elements (setting, character traits, theme, symbolism, conflict, figurative language, point of view, tone, and some non-fiction elements also). This class will also introduce vocabulary, develop grammar skills, and provide opportunities for increasing effective writing skills. Please note : This class alternates stories each year. Therefore, it is possible for students to take the class for 2 years without repeating stories. Students may take Exploring Stories II without having been enrolled in Exploring Stories I. Note: Mrs. Quickel is a Certified PA Reading Specialist, M.Ed. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Melanie Quickel Credits 1 Credit Period Period 3: 12:20 - 1:20pm Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Text Required: (Parental Choice depending on grade and year taking the class) Daily Grams, Grade 7 by Wanda Philips, ISBN: 0936981377 OR Easy Grammar, Grade 8 by Wanda Philips, ISB: 9780936981635 Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $10 per student for short story copies 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

Lego II Learn a broad range of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts using Lego. Description This class provides students the opportunity to explore and more deeply understand a broad range of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts, including but not limited to, force, motion, and energy through a hands-on learning approach. Working in partner groups, students will utilize a kit of 400 LEGO bricks and a motor to explore and create simple and powered machines to model and better understand STEM concepts. Outside classwork/homework will be minimal but may be assigned weekly. The class will promote and require collaboration and observation and the ability to listen and follow directions will be key to success. Note: this class will have different projects and topics than 2nd Semester so a student can take one or both semesters. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Melanie Quickel Credits Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term 2nd Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $20 Lego Kit Usage Fee (for use of Lego kit at KDO) $5 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

Civics Provides students with knowledge to intelligently exercise their citizenship responsibilities. Description This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how our local, state, and federal governments operate. The primary purpose of this course is to give the student knowledge they need to know to be able to intelligently exercise their citizenship responsibilities. In addition to the textbook, The Land of Fair Play, students will be working on notebook studies on the Election Process, American Government and the US Constitution. Class time emphasizes interactive learning through engaging activities such as passing a mock bill, presenting persuasive arguments, participating in a scripted mock trial, experiencing the voting process, and electing a President. Through these experiences, students will gain a deeper understanding of government processes while strengthening their critical thinking, communication, and civic engagement skills. Homework includes reading assigned texts, responding to guided questions, reflecting on the material by developing and explaining personal opinions, and completing memorization exercises. This course fulfills the homeschool requirement for Civics at the secondary school level (grades 7–12) and is available to Bridge and High School students. Note: This class is also offered Period 3. Class Status Class Status: GO - Full; Join the Waitlist Instructor Sandra Rohrbaugh Credits 0.5 Credit Period Period 2A: 9:35 - 10:35am Term 2nd Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Text Required: The Land of Fair Play Text book; 3rd Edition published by Christian Liberty Press; ISBN: 1-932971-38-6; ISBN-13: 978-1932971-38-5 United States Constitution: What It Says, What It Means ; ISBN-10: 0195304438; ISBN-13: 978-0195304435 3 ring binder with 10 write-on dividers Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $15 for class copies and 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

Study Hall Description Study hall students may converse in study hall and play table games. The students must respect the monitor. Students must keep in mind that there are those studying. Study halls are offered for 2A, 2B, 3rd, & 4th periods for any Bridge or High School student currently enrolled in at least one or more classes during the semester as the requested study hall. Note: Any student in the building must be in a monitored classroom at all times. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Barb Newlin Credits Period Period 2A: 9:35 - 10:35am Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Weekly Tuition $3/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

Life Science Explore microbiology, plant biology, the animal kingdom, and the nature of the environment. Description We will be using Life Science: Third Edition from BJU Press as we explore such units as heredity and the origin of life, microbiology, plant biology, the animal kingdom, and the nature of the environment. Our class will be very-hands on with labs, demonstrations, and activities each week. This class will also be offered period 2B. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Mary Oles Credits Period Period 3: 12:20 - 1:20pm Term Full Year Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Texts Required: BJU's Life Science, 5th edition textbook BJU's Life Science, 5th edition Activities book (if buying used, please check that all pages are present and blank) BJU's Life Science, 5th edition Assessments Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $20 Lab 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

Lunch Room Supervisor Schedule / Shift (If Applicable) Key Responsibilities Point of Contact: Serve as the contact person if a lunch parent cannot fulfill their duty. (Note: Parents should contact others on the schedule first before reaching out.) Ensure Coverage: Ensure the lunch area is properly staffed, with assistance from the front desk as needed. Assign Roles: Appoint a Snack/Church Fridge Attendant. Assign a Bathroom Pass Monitor and make sure they are tracking students coming and going. Supervise the Space: Position staff evenly around the lunch room. Maintain order—be the eyes and ears during lunch. Keep students in the designated area at all times for safety. Engagement & Safety: Limit staff socializing—students are the top priority. Assist younger students with opening containers and lunch items. Clean-Up Responsibilities: Wipe down tables between lunch periods. After lunch, wipe down tables and chairs. Vacuum or sweep the floor. Return chairs to tables evenly and neatly. Compensation Previous Item Next Item Ready to Volunteer? Serving at KDO Academy is a meaningful way to invest in our students, support our instructors, and strengthen the Christ-centered community that makes our program so special. If you feel led to help—whether through weekly roles, occasional support, or behind-the-scenes service—we would love to have you join us. Fill out the Staff Forms

Interpreting Scriptures This class is for those who want to learn how to interpret Scripture using Hermeneutics. Description Psalm 138:2 says that GOD "has magnified His word above His name" which stresses the importance of knowing what His word is saying. This class is for those who want to learn how to interpret His word using Hermeneutics; the science and art of applying methods and principles to correctly interpret scripture. At minimum, your student will learn how to cross reference scripture and to use a Strong's Exhaustive Concordance to translate words from Hebrew and Greek. Other topics covered are; Linguistics, Cultural, Geographics, Historical Gaps, Context, First Mention through Complete Mention, Covenantal Principle, the Christo-Centric Principle and more. Class time will be spent practicing those skills and learning about other resources that can help in their studies. Students will need to have a Bible and the textbook 'Interpreting the Scriptures' by Kevin J Conner available through Amazon. There will be approx. 1hr of homework per week. Class Status Class Status: Open Enrollment Instructor Rachel Bowser Credits 0.5 Credit Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Note: This class is for High School students only. Text Required: Interpreting the Scriptures by Kevin J. Conner; ISBN 0-914936-20-4 Weekly Tuition $8/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $7 for study guide 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

Front Door Security Schedule / Shift (If Applicable) Key Responsibilities Shifts: 8:00 - 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM - 2:40 PM Have a smile and a warm welcome! (But also, a sharp eye!) Make sure students/parents show the proper pass for entrance. Stop those who do not have a pass. (An approved directory is provided with names of those who may enter. ID must match directory.) No pass? No name in directory? No entrance! Those on church business MUST go to the church office doors. Door must stay locked and secure during KDO. Watch the rest rooms. (We don’t want loitering or multiples hanging out.) Make sure restroom stays neat and students aren’t playing in there. Compensation Discount: $20/shift Previous Item Next Item Ready to Volunteer? Serving at KDO Academy is a meaningful way to invest in our students, support our instructors, and strengthen the Christ-centered community that makes our program so special. If you feel led to help—whether through weekly roles, occasional support, or behind-the-scenes service—we would love to have you join us. Fill out the Staff Forms

Seven Habits For all students making the transition to more independent studies and want to learn great habits. Description This course is highly recommended for all students who are making the transition to more independent studies and for those who desire to have the benefit of learning great habits to make them a successful student! In addition to learning the seven habits, we will be going through the SOAR study workbook to learn how to implement practical ways to become a better student. We will find out what kind of learning style works best for your child so they can effectively study, learn time & task management methods, organizational skills, note taking strategies, goal setting & communication skills. This class is geared for 7th - 9th grade and these habits and skills will be used throughout high school and college. Class Status Class Status: GO - Class will run Instructor Sandra Rohrbaugh Credits Period Period 2A: 9:35 - 10:35am Term 1st Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Students need 3 things: SOAR Study Skills Book; Jan 2017; ISBN-13: 978-0977428007 OR Jan 2015 ISBN: 978-0977428052 Note : If you buy a used version, please make sure it is not written in. Student planner (showing a week at a time) Binder System (Pick 1 system) If keeping all KDO subjects in one binder then get : (1 each) 3 ring binder (1 1/2") (with pockets on the inside & back flap) 3-hole punched poly folders (ie: Avery Poly Binder pockets) 1 per subject If keeping a separate notebook for each KDO subject then get : (1 each) 3 ring binder (1" or whatever size is required) per subject (with pockets on the inside and back flap) Notebook paper Weekly Tuition $10/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $5 for class copies and 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 II Gum Paste Flowers Description Learn the art of gum paste flowers. Use cutters and tools to shape individual petals and assemble them on wire to create a realistic-looking bouquet that will embellish any cake. Projects include daisy, carnation, peony, briar rose, calla lily, ivy, filler flowers and two different ways of making a rose. The final project will be a complete cake or display that the student will design, assemble, and bring on the last day for KDO students and staff to admire and vote for their favorite. Class Status Class Status: Open Enrollment Instructor Julie Runkle Credits Period Period 4: 1:25 - 2:25pm Term 2nd Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) A prerequisite class is not required but it will be helpful for student to know how to ice a cake for their final. Alternatively, the student may create a display without a cake by using a different desert as the base for the gum paste flowers. A supply list of cake decorating tools (est. $15) will be sent to students before class starts. Weekly Tuition $8/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $25 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

Graphic Design Learn about and create graphic design projects. Description This semester-long course gets students started in the field of graphic design. With engaging multimedia projects and instructor-led activities, this class is designed to challenge and engage creativity. From designing a book cover to creating marketing materials, this course will give students a strong foundation for success in the graphic design field. Students will explore the following: design aesthetic; industrial design; fashion design; company rebranding; font, web and logo design; character design and animation. This art and design course will introduce students to a variety of design-based careers and projects through using free programs available online including Pixlr, Inkscape, Vectr, Canva, and Adobe Creative Cloud Express. These can be used on a standard desktop, laptop, Chromebook, or iPad. Class Status Class Status: GO - Full; Join the Waitlist Instructor Sally Bacon Credits Period Period 1: 8:15 - 9:30am Term 2nd Semester Requirements and Prerequisites - (if applicable) Weekly Tuition $8/week Class Fees paid directly to the instructor $20 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