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2010–2011 ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULE:
September 13, 2010–May 27, 2011
(ALL TIMES EASTERN TIME ZONE)
  1. Semester 1:
    1. Science Department: September 13, 2010– January 21, 2011
    2. Bible, Apologetics, Worldview Department: September 13, 2010 – January 14, 2011
    • Thanksgiving break: November 20–28, 2010
    • Christmas break: December 18, 2010–January 2, 2011
  2. Semester 2:
    1. Science Department: January 24, 2011 – May 27, 2011
    2. Bible, Apologetics, Worldview Department: January 31, 2011 – May 27, 2011
    • Winter break: February 19–27, 2011
    • Spring break: April 2–10, 2011
  • NOTE:  This Web Site replaces current Apologia Catalog

 

2010–2011CLASS SCHEDULE
All times Eastern
Science
Full Year
General Science
Section 1Monday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Section 2Monday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 3Tuesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Section 5Tuesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Physical Science
Section 1Monday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Section 2Monday11:30 AM-1:00 PM
Section 3Monday1:15 PM-2:45 PM

Section 4Thursday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 5Friday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Biology
Section 2Thursday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Section 3Thursday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 4Friday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Section 5Friday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 6Tuesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Section 7Tuesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Chemistry
Section 1Tuesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM

Section 2Wednesday11:30 AM-1:00 PM
Section 3Wednesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM

Section 4Thursday9:45 AM-11:15 AM

Section 6Friday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Physics
Section 1Tuesday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 2Wednesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM

Section 3Friday11:30 AM-1:00 PM
Marine Biology
Section 1Thursday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Advanced Biology
Section 1Tuesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Advanced Chemistry
Section 1Tuesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Advanced Physics
Section 1Thursday1:15 PM-2:45 PM

Bible, Worldview, & Apologetics
Semester 1
Apologetics Introduction Semester 1
Section 1Monday9:45 AM-11:15 AM

Section 2Tuesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Creation vs. Evolution - Semester 1
Section 1Monday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 2Tuesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Worldviews Introduction - Semester 1
Section 1Monday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Philosophy Introduction - Semester 1
Section 1Wednesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Bible Introduction - Semester 1
Section 1Wednesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Bible Study Methods - Evening Adult Class
Section 1Monday8:30 PM-10:00 PM
Semester 2
Apologetics Introduction Semester 2
Section 1Monday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 2Tuesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Creation vs. Evolution Semester 2
Section 1Monday9:45 AM-11:15 AM

Section 2Tuesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Comparative Religions Semester 2
Section 1Tuesday11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Section 2Wednesday1:15 PM-2:45 PM
Studying the Life of Christ Semester 2
Section 1Wednesday9:45 AM-11:15 AM
Countering Culture Semester 2
Section 1Monday1:15 PM-2:45 PM


SCIENCE DEPARTMENT:
Apologia science curriculum is built on a creationist foundation. They are not secular courses with a few scripture verses thrown in. The view of God as the Master Designer of the wonders we see around us is integral to each course. In addition, we cover topics which are relevant to the Christian life. For example, the historical accuracy of the Bible is discussed in Exploring Creation with General Science; age of the earth theories are discussed in Exploring Creation with Physical Science; the creation versus evolution controversy is discussed in Exploring Creation with Biology; the incredible design of the atmosphere is discussed in Exploring Creation with Chemistry; and the astounding design of the human eye is discussed in Exploring Creation with Physics.

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Exploring Creation With General Science—
This course is designed for seventh grade home educated students, although it can be used for eighth graders as well. Following the Apologia Ministries text of the same name, the course is designed to be a student's first systematic introduction to science. Its scope is wide, covering such topics as the scientific method, designing experiments, simple machines, archaeology, geology, paleontology, biology, and human anatomy and physiology. Students who have limited experience with comprehensive written exams that require mastery of course material might find this course particularly challenging. However, the study skills required for this course are essential for success in high school and beyond. Students must complete 20-25 pages of reading per module, one set of Module Study Guide questions per module, one typewritten Experiment Report per school quarter, all remaining Module experiment activities in a paper-and-ink laboratory report notebook, and an online Module Test at the end of each module. There will also be an online semester exam at the end of first and second semesters. This course requires Apologia's Exploring Creation with General Science, 2nd Edition textbook set (textbook, test & solutions manual). The first edition textbook will not be compatible with the class presentations. TEACHER: Mr. Clapper

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Exploring Creation With Physical Science—
This science course is designed to be the last course the student takes before high school biology. Following the Apologia Ministries text of the same name, the course studies such topics as the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, weather, the structure of the earth, environmentalism, the physics of motion, gravity, Newton's laws, light, sound, and astrophysics. This course is excellent preparation for the rigors which await the student in biology, chemistry, and physics. This course requires the recently released second edition of Apologia's Exploring Creation with Physical Science textbook set (textbook, test & solutions manual). The first edition will not be compatible with the class. Prerequisite: 7th grade math. (**Note: Monday Section 1 Physical Science meets from 9:30-11:00 AM Eastern NOT 9:30)
TEACHERS: Sections 1 & 3 = Mrs. Jones; Sections 2, 4, 5 = Mrs. Edmondson

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Exploring Creation with Biology—
This is a college-preparatory high school biology course which provides a general survey of the five kingdoms. It covers the following topics: classification, the definition of life, features of the organisms in each kingdom, an introduction to biochemistry, cell structure and function, cellular reproduction, DNA, protein synthesis, cellular respiration, and genetics. The course employs experiments designed to be done at home. Students perform approximately twenty lab activities per year. Labs include simple experiments using household items and four dissection experiments using a purchased dissection kit. Students have the option of performing microscope labs using a sophisticated microscope and associated equipment, but these are optional lab activities. This course requires Apologia's Exploring Creation with Biology, 2nd Edition, textbook set (textbook, test & solutions manual). The first edition textbook will not be compatible with the class structure. Students must complete 20-25 pages of reading per module, one set of Module Study Guide questions per module, one typewritten Experiment Report per school quarter, all remaining Module experiment activities in a paper-and-ink laboratory report notebook, and an online Module Test at the end of each module. There will also be an online semester exam at the end of first and second semesters. Teachers: Sections 2, 3, 4 = Mrs. Squibb; Sections 5 = Mr. Bucy; Sections 6 & 7 = Mrs. Jones

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Exploring Creation with Chemistry—
This course is a first-year high school course that gives students a rigorous foundation in chemistry, preparing them for college-level work. The class covers the following topics: nomenclature, significant figures, units, classification, molar calculations, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, gas laws, and equilibrium. The course contains thirty-one experiments which can all be performed at home with household chemicals. Formal lab reports will be required. This course requires the second edition of Apologia's Chemistry textbook set (textbook, test & solutions manual) - (the first edition will not be compatible with the class). Prerequisite: Student must have completed first-year Algebra to enroll in this course. TEACHER: Mr. Hughes

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Exploring Creation With Physics—
This college-preparatory physics course offers a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general physics. It provides the student with a strong background in units, measurement, 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. The course includes approximately 30 hours of laboratory work, including study of velocity, acceleration, free fall, two-dimensional motion, torque, Hooke's Law, periodic motion, the Law of Reflection. The lab work also includes making and using an electroscope, and determining whether a substance is diamagnetic, paramagnetic, or ferromagnetic. The curriculum requirement for the course is Exploring Creation with Physics Second Edition textbook set (textbook, test & solutions manual) - (the first edition will not be compatible with the course) by Jay L. Wile, Ph.D. from Apologia Ministries. Prerequisites: Algebra I, plus basic knowledge of trigonometric functions (sine, cosine, tangent, etc.) since the course utilizes vector analysis. TEACHER: Mr. Hughes

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Exploring Creation with Marine Biology—
This course concentrates on marine wildlife and marine habitats. It provides a survey of members of each biological kingdom that live in marine environments. The student will learn about the microscopic organisms that make life in the ocean possible, including details about their interesting habits and life cycles. The student will also learn about the anatomy of many macroscopic marine creatures, such as clams, starfish, and sharks. The course employs experiments designed to be done at home. Students perform approximately thirty-one lab activities per year. Labs include simple experiments using household items, three dissection experiments using a purchased dissection kit, and microscope labs using a sophisticated microscope and associated equipment. This course requires Apologia's Exploring Creation with Marine Biology textbook set (textbook, test & solutions manual). Students must complete 20-25 pages of reading per module, one set of Module Study Guide questions per module, one typewritten Experiment Report per school quarter, all remaining Module experiment activities in a paper-and-ink laboratory report notebook, and an online Module Test at the end of each module. There will also be an online semester exam at the end of first and second semesters. Prerequisite: Students must have completed a first-year biology course, preferably Apologia's Exploring Creation With Biology, 2nd Edition, course. TEACHER: Derrick Bucy

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Advanced Biology – The Human Body: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made!
This is a Christ-centered, college-preparatory, high school advanced biology course taught in a 32-week, school-year-block schedule. This course utilizes The Human Body: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made!, textbook by Dr. Jay L Wile and Marilyn M. Shannon and its accompanying Solutions Manual. There are 16 modules to complete; hence, the student will finish one module every two weeks. It is a college preparatory course; hence, it requires a lot of commitment to be successful. In order to take this course, students must have completed a first-year biology course, preferably Exploring Creation with Biology, and a first year chemistry course, preferably Exploring Creation with Chemistry. This is an advanced biology course that studies the human body in detail. In this course, students will study the anatomy and the physiology of the human body's eleven organ systems, covering the material typically taught in a college freshman biology course. When taken in addition to the Exploring Creation with Biology and Exploring Creation with Chemistry courses, this course will prepare the student for the challenges of the national AP Biology examination given each spring by the College Board. Parents should note that the human reproductive system is discussed in detail in this course. The course employs experiments designed to be done at home. Students perform approximately nineteen lab activities per year. Labs include simple experiments using household items, dissection experiments using a purchased dissection kit, blood typing experiments using a blood typing kit, and microscope labs using a sophisticated microscope and associated equipment and purchased slides. Please Note: A microscope is required for this course. TEACHER: Mrs. Edmondson

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Advanced Chemistry in Creation
This course is designed to be the second high school chemistry course that a student takes. In order to take this course, the student must have already had one year of high school chemistry. When added to the first-year course, this course "fills in the gaps," giving thestudent the equivalent of the first year of college chemistry. You might have heard this kind ofcourse called an "advanced placement" or "AP" course. In addition to a first year of chemistry, the student needs to have completed Algebra II. The course covers detailed descriptions of limiting-reagent stoichiometry, atomic and molecular orbitals, intermolecular forces, solutions, equilibria, acids and bases, redox reactions, nuclear chemistry, and organic chemistry. TEACHER: Mr. Hughes

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Advanced Physics in Creation
In order to take this course, a student must have already completed a high school physics course, preferably Exploring Creation with Physics. When added to that first-year course, this course "fills in the gaps" and gives the student the equivalent of one year of university-level physics. You may have heard this kind of course called an "Advanced Placement" or "AP" course. In addition to a first-year physics course, the student must have also completed a trigonometry course in order to take Advanced Physics in Creation. The course provides detailed descriptions of kinematics, dynamics, rotational motion, gravity, oscillations, waves, optics, thermal physics, electrical forces, electrical potential, DC circuits, magnetic forces, atomic physics, and nuclear physics. The student is also given an introduction to the fascinating topics of special relativity and general relativity. TEACHER: Mr. Hughes

BIBLE, APOLOGETICS, & WORLDVIEW DEPARTMENT:
Up to 75% of our youth walk away from the Christian faith after high school. This is not only alarming, it's disastrous, epidemic, and unnecessary! Someone isn't doing their job. Students leave their churches with belief, but not answers. Well, it's time we change all that.

There is a great need today for every Christian to act upon the exhortation of the Apostle Peter to be prepared to give an answer ('apologia' = apologetics, defense) to everyone who asks about the hope that we have in Christ (1 Peter 3:15).

To ensure that all Christians have access to training in the defense of the Judeo-Christian faith regardless of educational background, the Bible, Apologetics, & Worldview Department at Apologia Academy offers a unique program leading to a greater understanding of Christian Apologetics, giving good answers - giving a defense without being defensive.

The governing concern for all Bible, Apologetics, & Worldview courses, from An Introduction to the Bible to Apologetics: Creation vs. Evolution and Philosophy, in Apologia Academy is what the Bible teaches. This is of supreme importance to us because we believe in the verbal inspiration and absolute inerrancy of the Bible. The flexibility in our courses gives you the opportunity either to study broadly in the defense of the faith, learn basic Bible, or to tailor course work for your particular area of interest such as biblical, cultural, philosophical, cult apologetics, and more, all with an eye toward demonstrating the truth of the Gospel and the Christian world view beyond a reasonable doubt.

Suggested age: All courses in this department are designed for 7th grade through Adult unless otherwise noted. Students in the 7-9th grades have the option of choosing a smaller, less comprehensive syllabus.

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Intro to Apologetics: A Survey of Evidence - Semester 1
This course is a survey of the evidence for the central truths of Christianity – the existence of God, the deity and resurrection of Christ and the authority and truth of the Bible. Defense of the Christian faith is a Biblical command. Christians must be prepared to explain what they believe and why they believe it, with gentleness and respect. There are 'proofs' given by God, which are throughout the Bible. This course will focus on those 'proofs' and argue that Christianity is superior to all other worldviews because it is the most reasonable. The evidence for truth, God, and the Bible will be examined in logical order and in a simple, non-technical, engaging style. TEACHER: Mr. Blythe

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Advanced Apologetics: Creation vs. Evolution - Semester 1
Has science finally discovered God? Why is the creation vs. evolution debate so important? Why should all Christians be prepared to answer skeptics? Does what you believe about it really matter to the people you talk with? Do the latest scientific discoveries form a solid basis for believing in God or do they prove He does not exist? In this advanced online/live apologetics course, Apologia Academy students will learn that new discoveries in such scientific disciplines as cosmology, cellular biology, astronomy, physics and DNA research are pointing to the incredible complexity of our universe, a complexity best explained by the existence of a Creator. Far from being the enemy of faith, science may now provide a solid foundation for belief in God. TEACHER: Mr. Blythe

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Intro to Worldviews: Contemporary Worldviews vs. The Christian Worldview - Semester 1
Students will learn to clearly understand the ideas and forces that are shaping our times. They will learn the truths associated with the Christian worldview and how they compare with the beliefs and practices of other leading worldviews of our day. From Christianity to Islam to Secular Humanism to Marxism to the New Age to Postmodernism, this class will intellectually and spiritually prepare students to more effectively engage the culture. TEACHER: Mr. Blythe

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Intro to Philosophy - Semester 1
The greater our familiarity with the ideas that have shaped our culture over the centuries, the greater our ability to understand and influence that culture for Christ. From ancient Greek thinkers, like Plato and Aristotle, to Christian philosophers, Augustine and Aquinas, to the molders of modern thought such as Kant and Nietzsche, this course will demonstrate the consequences of their ideas and the influence they have had on world events, theology and our everyday lives – for better or for worse – and challenge us to respond from a Christian perspective. TEACHER: Mr. Clapper

Age/Grade suggestion: Although students from 7th grade through adult can take this course, it is better suited for students from 9th grade through adult.

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General Intro to the Bible - Semester 1
Most Christians understand that the Bible is the inspired Word of God. Yet, very few have a general understanding of the origin of the Bible. The purpose of this class, therefore, is to show the student how the Bible came to be and why it can be accepted as the unerring, authoritative Word of God. This course gives a general survey of the process of communication from God to us. It addresses major questions about the Bible, including: Who wrote it? (Inspiration); Why these 66 books? (Canonization); Has it been accurately preserved through time? (Transmission); and, Is the translation reliable? TEACHER: Mr. Blythe

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Bible Study Methods - Evening *Adult Class - Semester 1 According to 2 Timothy 3:16, the Scriptures are important means by which a Christian is to discern God's will, and the Bible serves as the only inspired authority in the life of a Christian. Proper Bible study, therefore, is of utmost importance in the life of every believer. This one-semester class taught by Christian apologist and author Doug Beaumont will not just reiterate the importance of studying the Bible, but will focus on the principles involved in proper interpretation of the Bible, laying stress on the historical–grammatical method of deriving the author's meaning as expressed in the biblical text. Course Objectives: Students will develop the skills necessary to study the Bible in a personal way. Students will develop excitement for studying God's Word. Students will develop confidence in their own ability to study the Bible. Students will be able to feed themselves from God's Word. Students will learn how to choose between the various English Translations Students will understand the doctrines of revelation, inspiration, inerrancy, and infallibility. This class is designed for high school & college age through adult. Homeschool parents will benefit tremendously as they gain a greater understanding of reading and properly understanding God's Word. Teens can certainly register if they are passionate about studying the Bible. TEACHER: Mr. Beaumont

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Intro to Apologetics: A Survey of Evidence - Semester 2
This course is a survey of the evidence for the central truths of Christianity – the existence of God, the deity and resurrection of Christ and the authority and truth of the Bible. Defense of the Christian faith is a Biblical command. Christians must be prepared to explain what they believe and why they believe it, with gentleness and respect. There are 'proofs' given by God, which are throughout the Bible. This course will focus on those 'proofs' and argue that Christianity is superior to all other worldviews because it is the most reasonable. The evidence for truth, God, and the Bible will be examined in logical order and in a simple, non-technical, engaging style.

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Advanced Apologetics: Creation vs. Evolution (no prerequisite) - Semester 2
Has science finally discovered God? Why is the creation vs. evolution debate so important? Why should all Christians be prepared to answer skeptics? Does what you believe about it really matter to the people you talk with? Do the latest scientific discoveries form a solid basis for believing in God or do they prove He does not exist? In this advanced online/live apologetics course, Apologia Academy students will learn that new discoveries in such scientific disciplines as cosmology, cellular biology, astronomy, physics and DNA research are pointing to the incredible complexity of our universe, a complexity best explained by the existence of a Creator. Far from being the enemy of faith, science may now provide a solid foundation for belief in God.

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Comparative World Religions 101 - Semester 2
A survey of world religions, major cults, and other deviant doctrines that challenge the historic Christian Faith. Why are there so many religions? Is there only one path to God, Heaven, and ultimate fulfillment? How does Christianity compare to other religions? Does it really matter what others believe? Students will learn about various world religions and how their belief systems differ from Christianity. You will journey from Islam to Buddhism, from LDS to Jehovah's Witnesses and from New Age to Scientology. Learn the characteristics a cult, and discover what makes Christianity unique. Students will be trained how to defend the exclusive truth of Christianity as they study the basic beliefs of major cults and world religions followed by biblical critique.

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The Life of Christ - Semester 2
The life of Jesus Christ on earth, as seen in the Gospels, will be studied thematically and chronologically in light of its historical background, geographical setting, political situation, and religious conditions. Special emphasis will be given to His mission and message. Attention will also be given to current issues relating to the historical Jesus debate, the DaVinci Code and other aberrant belief systems. This course will also include archaeological, textual and extra-biblical evidence, which provides a strong foundation for the existence and deity of Jesus. This study will reinforce your faith, and prepare you to present a strong case to those who reject Christ.

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Advanced Worldviews - Countering Culture: Arming Yourself to Confront Non-biblical Worldviews (no prerequisite) - Semester 2
Students taking this course will be equipped to take a reasoned stand for biblical principals in the community, the classroom and the workplace. Students will be introduced to the worldviews and ideas that are shaping our culture, and how these prevalent ideas are moving our society in a dangerous direction. With a focus on the ideas of Secular Humanism, Neo-Marxism, and New Age, students will discover how biblical Christianity shines as the only solution to the troubling trends in our culture. This online/live class will not only prepare your student for the college and university campus, but will work to present a biblical worldview for everyday living to parent and teen alike.





Apologia Academy Teachers:

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Larry Blythe, ApologiaAcademy Director and Teacher
LarryLarry was raised in a Christian home in California. He became a Christian around the age of 9, and later committed to seeking full time ministry. He studied Pastoral Theology at Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College in Southern California where he received his B.A. in 1982. He pastored for about 15 years as an Associate Pastor/Student Ministries (Youth Pastor). During that time, he spoke at numerous youth rallies, camps and other junior high and high school events including teaching seminars for youth pastors with Word of Life Clubs and other student ministry organizations. After years of witnessing to Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, and other people deceived by false religions and other aberrant groups, Larry developed a counter-cult ministry reaching many Jehovah's Witnesses for Christ. This led him to seeking out further education in the area of apologetics – defending the historical Judeo-Christian faith.

Larry earned his M.A.A. (Master of Arts in Apologetics) from Southern Evangelical Seminary in Charlotte, NC in 2002. In 2003 he accepted a from the president of the Seminary to assist in starting Southern Evangelical Church, also located in Charlotte, Larry served 3 ½ years as the Assistant Pastor of Christian Education.

Larry has been a regular guest speaker at the National Christian Apologetics Conference, and the Spiritual Counterfeits Conference. He was an instructor of World Religions and New Religious Movements, and Church History at Southern Evangelical Bible College. He was the Founder/Director of the Lay Institute for Biblical Studies and taught on various topics including cults, apologetics, theology, OT/NT, and social disciplines. He is one of the editors of the Baker Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics.

He teaches seminars on a variety of topics at various venues. In addition to teaching subjects related to World Religions, Cults, and general apologetics (defending the historical Christian faith), Larry's seminar topics include I Don't Have Enough Faith to be An Atheist, Are the New Testament Accounts True, Do All Religions Lead to God, How To Answer a Skeptic, 10 Things Teens Can Do To Change The World, How to Refute Non-Christian Claims, and many more. For approximately 2 ½ years Larry was a regular guest on the weekly radio program The Voice of Truth. He has also been a guest on the local public access television show Giving An Answer speaking on various topics including Scientology, The DaVinci Code, and Jehovah's Witnesses. He has been a guest on radio programs both live and pre-recorded. Larry occasionally teaches classes in apologetics and World Religions in the local prison ministry.

When he is not directing the new ApologiaAcademy, Larry enjoys racquetball, calling one of his three grown children, and dating his wife Jane. Larry and Jane, live in Charlotte, NC.

TEACHING THE FOLLOWING CLASS SECTIONS:  All classes in the Bible, Apologetics, & Worldview Department except Philosophy.


Rusty Hughes
Rusty Hughes and his wife, Cheryl, have always homeschooled their six children. Rusty, an Indiana State certified teacher, has considerable experience teaching science courses, including chemistry and physics, in public school and private tutoring. When in public school, he developed a physics classroom that integrated computer data-gathering equipment and was one of the first teachers to incorporate using a web page for assignments. Rusty's other interests include coaching baseball, playing golf, basketball referee and making heirloom-quality furniture in his woodshop, called The Full Quiver Woodshop. Rusty is currently writing a chemistry and physics text for Apologia's Young Explorer Series and is a member of the advisory board for their local homeschool support group.

TEACHING THE FOLLOWING CLASS SECTIONS: All Chemistry & Physics including Advanced


WELCOME NEW TEACHERS FOR APOLOGIA ACADEMY'S 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR:

Tabatha Jones, B.S. Education in Biology, Master of Science, summa cum laude, Technology in Science
Larry
Tabatha was born and raised in a Christian home in Michigan. She accepted our Lord’s free gift of salvation and asked Him into her heart at the age of ten. Her personal relationship with Christ grew abundantly in her early 20s when she began to study God’s Word and science. Tabatha graduated from Western Michigan University in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education. In 2008, Tabatha earned her Master of Science degree in Education with a focus on Technology in Science. She graduated summa cum laude from Indiana University/Purdue University of Indianapolis.

Tabatha has taught in public schools in both Michigan and Indiana and holds a license to teach in both states. She has taught Physical Science, Biology, Advanced Biology, and Chemistry to students in grades 9-12. Tabatha has a love for teaching science and has a passion for learning and teaching others how the Bible is scientifically accurate.

Tabatha and her husband, Curtis, live in Indiana and are blessed with three amazing children. Tabatha enjoys gardening, scrapbooking, volunteering at her children’s school, serving as Vice-President of the Parent Teacher Fellowship, acting in church plays, coaching community soccer and softball teams, and being involved in a Bible study group called The Query.

TEACHING THE FOLLOWING CLASS SECTIONS: Physical Science 1, 3;  Biology 6 & 7
 

 


Becky Edmondson, B.S. in Biology, cum laude

After graduating with honors from Western Carolina University with a degree in biology, Becky married Rick in 1991. While he worked in the engineering field, Becky worked as a physical therapy assistant until the birth of their first child, Caelen, in 1994. This began her career as a stay-at-home mom and homeschool teacher.

Throughout their marriage, Becky and Rick have had numerous opportunities to encourage others regarding the blessings of parenting by God’s grace and according to His Word. They also speak locally on the practical how-to’s of biblical child training.

Becky began teaching during her college years when she tutored students in the areas of anatomy and physiology. That experience sparked her desire to become an educator. Several years later, while homeschooling her four children, she enjoyed tutoring high school and college students in algebra and biology.

When her own children were old enough to officially begin their science studies, Becky founded the Danville School of Arts and Sciences, a community-wide homeschool organization. There she began to teach Apologia science—primarily general science and biology. After moving back to Western North Carolina in 2006, she taught Apologia’s biology and physical science courses in a local co-op.

Becky’s four great loves are Christ, family, teaching, and science. Through Apologia & Apologia Academy she has the wonderful opportunity of seeing those four loves wed into one united front. Here she is given the great privilege of assisting families in teaching quality, Christ-centered science to their children. Becky’s prayer is that these students will not only enjoy science, but will also walk away with a better understanding of God’s universe and their place in it.

TEACHING THE FOLLOWING CLASS SECTIONS: Physical Science 2, 4, 5; Advanced Biology
 


Andrea Squibb, B.S. in Chemistry, cum laude

Andrea grew up in Burlington, IN where she graduated high school valedictorian. She graduated cum laude from Butler University in Indianapolis earning a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Chemistry. Andrea’s focus in college was medicine. She supplemented her science degree with courses in physics and biological sciences – immunology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology to name a few. Swearing she would never do scientific research, Andrea left college, delayed a medical career, and started a family. A year later God redirected her path and got the last laugh when He guided her into a career doing medical research – biochemical research developing medical tests.

She worked for 71/2 years with Seradyn Diagnostics in manufacturing, quality control, and finally in research: developing , improving, supporting, and validating protein-based diagnostic tests. After 7 years, the family finances were at a point where Andrea could follow her God inspired desire to remain home with her children. Her family eventually moved to the Indianapolis area and upon pulling her children out of school in order to move, she started homeschooling.

During her years of homeschooling Andrea found a passion for teaching and after tiring of hearing and seeing how boring science can be in public schools, Andrea took on the challenge within homeschool circles of making science come alive to children of all ages while also making it fun and understandable. She has taught physics, forensic science, GPS, anatomy and physiology, chemistry, environmental science and more, to classes ranging from 5 to 35 students in upper elementary and middle school. Andrea also taught biology, chemistry, and physics to high school students in her home and small homeschool “high schools” for 4 years.

Andrea currently works in the genetics lab for a non-for-profit organization called Indiana Crop Improvement Assn. testing agricultural products for genetically modified traits (GMO’s) and developing new genetics assays (tests) to automate current testing procedures. She also tutors chemistry and math students as well. Andrea now lives in Lebanon, IN with her 2 teenage children.

Over the years, outside of raising a family and working, Andrea enjoys music (learning piano and playing saxophone), biking, running, mountain biking, camping, canoeing/kayaking, reading, and swimming. She has also started an American heritage Girl troop, led Cub scout dens, taught Sunday School, coached baseball and soccer teams, and volunteers for her children’s activities. She especially enjoys cheerleading for her favorite athletes – her football, baseball, and basketball star son, and her competitive gymnast daughter who qualified for regional's in USA gymnastics April, 2010!

TEACHING THE FOLLOWING CLASS SECTIONS: Biology 2, 3, 4
 


Michael Clapper, B.A. Philosophy, M.A. Philosophy, magna cum laude, Ph.D (in progress)

Mike earned a B.A. Philosophy, Political Science, cum laude from Kenyon College, Gambier, OH, an M.A. in Philosophy, magna cum laude from Southern Evangelical Seminary, Matthews, NC, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Kansas. Mike was a staff writer for Worldwide Challenge Magazine, Orlando, FL where he wrote and edited feature and department articles. He composed their monthly newsletter and raised own financial support. Mike worked as Campus Ministry Staff Member for Campus Ministry where he recruited, taught, and trained college students in organization’s values using various methods. From 2001-2004 he was researcher and writer for Josh McDowell Ministry where he researched, wrote, and answered questions regarding The New Evidence That Demands A Verdict book and also developed several chapters for the same. He was a staff member for Campus Crusade for Christ from 1994-2004.

Mike's first love was science. Although he pursued degrees in philosophy he has never lost sight of his gifts, talents, and knowledge in the sciences. He is a public speaker and gifted teacher/communicator. Mike's contribution to Apologia Academy will uniquely benefit both the Science and Bible, Apologetics, & Worldview Departments.

Mike and his wife Lauri live with their 4 children in Kansas.

TEACHING THE FOLLOWING CLASS SECTIONS: General Science 1, 2, 3, & 4; Intro to Philosophy


Derrick R. Bucy, Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, 1985, Qualified Naval Nuclear Engineer, Master of Arts, Biblical Studies candidate, Reformed Theological Seminary, 2011 (expected)Bucy's

Pastor Derrick comes to us from Fort Mill, SC and is the pastor of The Gathering Fort Mill. He received his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech in 1985. He is currently studying for his Masters degree in Biblical Studies from Reformed Theological Seminary. Derrick was a US Navy Nuclear Submarine Officer, Lieutenant (he saw the fish up-close and in person!).

In addition to previously working for various industries and pastoring, Derrick has taught Apologia Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and Physical Science in Christian Schools and at home. He has also developed additional classes in Oceanography and Marine Biology. Derrick was instrumental in transitioning the entire secondary school (a local private Christian school) to an integrated Apologia curriculum. Most importantly, Derrick is married to Lisa and has 4 sons: Aaron (21), Caleb (19), Noah (16), and Jonah (13).

TEACHING THE FOLLOWING CLASS SECTIONS:  Biology 5;  Marine Biology


YOUR APOLOGIA ACADEMY TEACHERS FOR 2010-2011:


APOLOGIA ACADEMY STANDARDS OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE & CONDUCT

APOLOGIA ACADEMY & APOLOGIA EDUCATIONAL MINISTRIES, INC
Standards of Academic Excellence & Code of Proper Conduct
For All Teachers & Apologia Academy Staff

Apologia Academy teachers/educators make a conscientious effort to exemplify the highest ethical standards.

Apologia Academy is based on biblical principles and operates with the highest degree of integrity among its employees and towards its customers. Our policies, procedures, and guidelines require the same standards from our teachers. To accept anything less would negatively affect the way in which students receive instruction.

In order to maintain these goals and consistently provide academic excellence we require our teachers to agree to a Code of Proper Conduct and Standards of Academic Excellence. These are simple, basic guidelines and policies to ensure families and students experience exceptional, professional, and appropriate interaction with all teachers and staff and are respected at all times, in both business and teaching/classroom situations.

It is our promise to Apologia Academy families and students that all those employed by Apologia Academy will uphold these standards of decency, courtesy, and professionalism. To violate these guidelines would be inappropriate and show a lack of integrity.

Apologia Academy teachers/educators and staff agree to the following:

APOLOGIA ACADEMY STANDARD I: Ethical Conduct toward Practices, Performance, and Company
Apologia Academy teachers/educators should assume responsibility and accountability for their performances and continually strive to demonstrate competence.

Apologia Academy professional teachers/educators, as representatives of Christ, homeschool families, Apologia, Apologia Academy and their respective family name, and to maintain the dignity of the profession will demonstrate personal integrity and will not be involved in any immoral, impure, illegal, or unethical activity.

1. Apologia Academy teachers/educators agree to the Statement of Faith for Teachers/Educators as found on the Apologia Academy website and in section IV of this document.

2. Apologia Academy teachers/educators agree to the standards discussed below.

3. Apologia Academy teachers/educators (whether employed or contracted by Apologia) will report directly to the Academy Director.

4. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will adhere to the terms of their contract with Apologia Academy.

5. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will seek professional growth by staying on the cutting edge of their subject(s). They will foster spiritual growth by regular church attendance, personal prayer and Bible reading.

6. Apologia Academy teachers/educators should not intentionally misrepresent official policies of Apologia Academy, and must clearly distinguish between the views of Apologia Academy and one’s own personal opinions.

7. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will not use institutional or professional privileges for personal or partisan advantage, including (but not limited to) publishing or using class rosters and email lists for personal gain.

8. Apologia Academy teachers/educators understand that all email and contact lists of registered families and students are the sole property of Apologia and Apologia Academy and are not the property of employees, teachers, staff, or contracted employees. It is the responsibility of Apologia, Apologia Academy staff, teachers, and other employees, whether full-time, part-time, or contracted to ensure the confidentiality of all registered families and therefore will not sell, give away or publish email and contact lists. These lists must be returned or destroyed by anyone leaving the employ of Apologia and Apologia Academy.

APOLOGIA ACADEMY STANDARD II: Ethical Conduct toward Students, Families, Teachers and Staff
Apologia Academy teachers/educators accept personal responsibility for teaching students character qualities consistent with biblical principles that will help them evaluate the consequences of and accept responsibility for their actions and choices.

We strongly affirm parents as the primary moral educators of their children. Apologia Academy is not the school, the homeschool is. Apologia Academy is a resource available to assist autonomous homeschool institutions.

Therefore:
1. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will report all classroom activity, including assignments, tests, quizzes, and report card suggested grades, etc. to the parent via the student portal (and e-mail if appropriate) and will provide final grade suggestions based on this activity. It is the duty of the homeschool to monitor the grades of the student and develop their own transcripts and/or report card.

2. Apologia Academy teachers/educators are obligated to help foster both biblical and civic virtues such as godliness, integrity, diligence, responsibility, cooperation, loyalty, fidelity, and respect for the law, for human life, for others, and for self.

3. Apologia Academy teachers/educators, in accepting a position of public trust, measure success not only by the progress of each student toward his or her personal and educational potential, but also by how their lives exemplify Jesus Christ as a citizen of the greater community in which they live.

4. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will receive a Class Feedback summary based on a form to be sent to parents once per semester. All family names will be kept confidential. The Class Feedback form is for coaching purposes and will be used to help Apologia Academy teachers and staff to continually improve their communication and teaching skills.

5. Apologia Academy teachers/educators should deal considerately and justly with each student. They should seek to resolve problems, including discipline, in accordance with the law and Apologia Academy policy.

6. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will not intentionally expose the student to disparagement in class or in private communication.

7. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will treat all students, families and Apologia and Apologia Academy employees and staff with respect. All communication will be uplifting, encouraging, and cheerful at all times, including email and other correspondence.

8. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will, when faced with conflicts between the teacher, student, and/or family that cannot be resolved, report the situation to the Apologia Academy Director immediately. All e-mail correspondence must be scrutinized by the Apologia Academy director before being sent to the family or individual (this is only in reference to conflicts and potential conflicts, not to all e-mail correspondence between teacher and family/student).

9. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will not reveal confidential information concerning students, unless required by law.

10. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will not reveal confidential business information with non-Apologia Academy employees.

11. If concerns, questions, conflicts, or complaints arise with or about another Apologia Academy employee (which includes contracted, salaried, and full-time), Apologia Academy teachers/educators will follow the biblical directive found in Matthew chapter 18 and approach the individual in private seeking to resolve the conflict. If a resolution is not achieved, the issue should be discussed directly with the Apologia Academy director who will work together with the individual(s) to determine the best way to approach the situation. Apologia Academy teachers/educators can also speak with the human resources representative or president of Apologia if a resolution to the situation is not achieved.
If a difficult situation arises with a parent and/or student, the issue should be discussed directly with the Apologia Academy director who will work together with the teacher/educator to determine the best way to approach the situation.

12. Apologia Academy teachers/educators, in exemplifying ethical relations with colleagues, will accord just and equitable treatment and respect to all members of the profession, including those employed with other organizations.

13. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will not reveal confidential information concerning colleagues, unless required by law.

14. Apologia Academy teachers/educators will not willfully make false statements about other colleagues or staff, including those employed with other organizations.

APOLOGIA ACADEMY STANDARD III: Biblical Integrity, Statement of Faith for Teachers/Educators
Apologia Academy teachers/educators affirm the following:

The Bible: The Bible, including both the Old and the New Testaments, is the verbally inspired Word of God, and inerrant in the original documents.
Matthew 5:18; John 16:12-13; Hebrews 4:12; II Timothy 3:16,17; II Peter 1:19-21.

The Trinity: One God exists eternally in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Genesis 1:1,26; Proverbs 30:4; Mark 12:29; Matthew 28:19; II Corinthians 13:14; John 1:1-4, 14,18; Acts 5:3,4.

The Creation: The universe, angels, and all living things were created perfect by God.
Genesis 1:26,27; 2:7-9,16,17; 3:1-19.

The Fall of Man: The first man, Adam, sinned, resulting in the condemnation of all people.
Genesis 3:1-6; Romans 1:18,32; 3:10-19; 5:12,19.

The Virgin Birth/Deity of Christ: Jesus was born of a virgin and is both true God and true man.
Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-35; Philippians 2:6-11; Isaiah 7:14; John 1:14.

The Plan of Salvation: Jesus died, was buried, and rose bodily:
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures as a representative and substitutionary sacrifice and rose again for our justification; and that all who believe in Him are justified on the grounds of His shed blood and are saved by grace through faith wholly apart from human merit and works. Acts 13:39; 16:31; Romans 3:21-28; 1 Corinthians 15:1-3; Ephesians 2:8-10; Titus 3:3-8.

The Means and Scope of Salvation: We are saved by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ Alone. That faith is then evidenced by good works.
John 1:12,13; 3:3-16; 5:24; 10:28,29; I Peter 1:23; II Peter 1:4-11.

The Second Coming: Jesus will come again bodily and will establish His kingdom on the earth.
Luke 24:36-43; John 20:24-29; Acts 1:9-11; I Corinthians 15:25; Revelation 1:5-7; 19:11-16; 20:6.

The Eternal State: The saved will live in conscious bliss and the lost in conscious woe forever.
John 5:28,29; Revelation 20:6,11-15; 21:1-8; Matthew 10:28; 18:8,9; 25:41,46; Mark 9:43-49; II Thessalonians 1:6-9.
 

 


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