Summit South (Rochester, WA)
Program Descriptions
Choose a program below for full class details
Our community features four distinct academic programs for students from ages 5-18. In addition to these rigorous programs, the Compass Community offers a variety of electives that foster skill-building and camaraderie through shared experiences.
Learn more about our program offerings below.
BASECAMP
AGES 5-9
$699 (30 week program)
Director: Melissa Swan (Summit South, Tuesday)
Basecamp students will rotate through four class sessions each week: Claritas memory work, parent-led review games, science labs, and historically-themed art projects. Presentation skills will be introduced in our art class and be integrated throughout the program, allowing each student multiple opportunities throughout the year to give presentations.
To benefit from the academic overview that Basecamp provides, parents will need to reinforce and augment reading, writing, spelling and math with additional resources at home.
Claritas Memory Work Cycle 3
Students will acquire grammar memory pegs (or facts to memorize) in nine subject areas, including history, math, science, Latin, English grammar, Scripture, geography, hymns and timeline. Specifically, the Claritas Cycle 3 Memory Work Guide emphasizes the historical period from the Dutch Revolt to the California Gold Rush and geographical locations and features of North America. The Guide includes math principles, skip counting, and an introduction to chemistry terms and relevant scientists. The Latin verb esse (to be) and the 1st and 2nd declension nouns are introduced. The English grammar section focuses on pronouns after covering the basic definitions of each part of speech and the fundamentals of sentences. Review of memory work at home is strongly encouraged and motivational goals will be given for your student’s success.
Science Class: Hands-on Labs
In lab class, we will investigate chemistry with hands-on experiences and activities. Some topics covered include the scientific method, states of matter, atoms, element symbols, and chemical reactions. Review the Cycle 3 guide for our full year of science topics.
Historical Art Projects and Presentations
Students will learn the basics of drawing, painting, and creative artwork with historically-themed art instruction. We will focus on art projects that reflect the early modern period or an artist from that time. There will be hands-on projects like creating the Taj Mahal using ink transfer. We hope to build our children's confidence in creativity and inspire perspective as they learn history at home. While families read about each topic at home using the history curriculum of their choice, we will reinforce the time period through art projects in class.
Once each quarter, students will have the opportunity to give a 2-3 minute presentation on history, geography, science, or any topic they are excited about. A calendar of our historical art projects, science labs and presentation dates will be provided.
Basecamp Required Resources
Memory Work
CrossSeven.org subscription and
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Claritas Cycle 3 Memory Work Guide
Claritas Publishing
Supplemental Cycle 3 materials are available online
Basecamp Suggested Resources for At Home
History
The Story of the World, Vol. 3: Early Modern Times (revised edition)
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Susan Wise Bauer
Additional Resources
Consider these options for 8-year-olds planning to enter the Traverse program the following year:
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An introduction to the IEW Structure and Style Writing Method is highly recommended as preparation for Traverse
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Other supplemental materials from Claritas Publishing:
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Handwriting Sheets, flash cards, audio options, timeline cards
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Memorization of the English grammar portion of Cycle 3
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Cross Seven subscription is recommended with the use of quizzes
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Math and Science curricula that follow the focus of Cycle 3
TRAVERSE
AGES 9-12
$799 (30 week program)
Director: Melissa Swan (Summit South Tuesday)
The Traverse program bridges the Knowledge and Understanding stages as it prepares older elementary students, ages 9-12, for the Ascent program. Traverse guides will lead students and their parents in learning elements of English grammar, composition, science labs, hands-on history art projects, and memory work throughout the day. Students will have the opportunity to create and give presentations. They will also enjoy a dedicated time for group math games and activities.
Students are equipped and encouraged to include memory work at home in nine subject areas including history, math, science, Latin, English grammar, geography, scripture and hymns. Some memory work will be integrated into the core subject times each week. Following the Claritas Cycle 3 Memory Work Guide, Traverse students will keep to the same schedule as the Basecamp students.
Institute for Excellence In Writing (IEW)
IEW teaches students a step-by-step process that includes note-making and outlines, writing from notes, summarizing references, formal essay models, and inventive or creative writing. Students will be expected to write a paper each week, and they will have regular opportunities to share their work in class. At least one parent is expected and required to attend the 8 IEW viewings that are shown throughout the year. These may be shown during lunch on Wednesday.
English Grammar
Students will learn the fundamentals of our language, including the parts of speech, composition rules, sentence diagramming, and parsing sentences. Homework will be suggested each week to help students practice their skills.
Science
Science in the Age of Reason by Dr. Jay Wile is the fourth book in a hands-on, multilevel elementary science series that introduces scientific concepts using history as its guide. It covers the scientific works of natural philosophers from the early 1600s to the early 1800s. Because the course covers science as it was developed, it discusses a wide range of topics including astronomy, medicine, botany, zoology, chemistry, geology, human physiology, electricity, conservation laws, and weather. Students learn not only the science that was being discovered at the time, but also the beliefs of the natural philosophers who were discovering it. As a result, students can see how a person’s worldview affects his or her scientific conclusions.
The textbook is built around hands-on activities and experiments, and includes three levels of review questions so that you may choose the depth of your family’s exploration. We will complete most of the activities and experiments during our meeting time, and, for a deeper learning experience, parents are encouraged to read the book at home. A scope and sequence for lesson topics and in-class labs will be made available. There will not be any homework assignments from class.
Hands-On History and Art
This year, our history class will focus on early modern history. We will follow The Story of the World Volume 3: Early Modern Times curriculum and incorporate hands-on projects including crafting, model building, drawing, and painting. We will spotlight famous artists from the early modern times, taking some time to observe their work. At the end of the year, students will participate in a History Fair, which includes a presentation of a historical figure they have studied and written about.
Traverse Required Resources
Writing
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style, Second Edition [Seminar Workbook]
Andrew Pudewa, Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW)
U.S. History-Based Writing Lessons [Teacher/Student Combo], Second Edition
Lori Verstegen, IEW
English Grammar
Claritas Publishing
Science
Dr. Jay L. Wile
Berean Builders
Memory Work
Claritas Cycle 3 Memory Work Guide
Cycle 3 Audio CDs or Audio Download, or CrossSeven.org subscription
Claritas Publishing
Traverse Suggested Resources for At Home
English Grammar
Cycle 3 FGG Workbook: Units 1 & 2 (consumable)
Claritas Publishing
History
Story of the World, Vol 3: Early Modern Times (revised edition)
Susan Wise Bauer
SUMMIT Electives
Tuesdays (Rochester, WA)
4-13 years old
Director: Melissa Swan
Tuesday afternoons at Grace Baptist Church. 19136 Loganberry St SW, Rochester, WA 98579
5, 5 week sessions from September - May. Open to all homeschool students. Fill out Questionnaire here to join. Children under 10 must have a parent on-site at all times. As long as children are able to follow instructions and not cause disturbances for other students, parents are not required to be in class with their student. $35/Family Yearly Registration Fee (Waived for families who are enrolled in the AM academic program). Class fees range from $40-$55 per class per session.
Session 1: September 17th- October 15th
1:00 pm-1:50 pm
Botany (k-3rd Grade)Have fun learning about the natural world around us! We will look at the science of plants through fun activities and educational crafts: $45
Introduction to Woodworking: Each week, students will be introduced to basic hand tools and woodworking skills while safely completing make and take projects! This class is a fan favorite for all young builders! Parent participation highly encouraged.
(K-4th Grade): $50
Art: Color Theory (4th-8th Grade) It’s all about color! During this engaging 5-week Color Theory Art Class students will be exploring color and how to apply it to our art pieces. This class is designed for creatives of all ages and skill levels. We will explore the basic principles and fun techniques of color theory, allowing students to create visually exciting and harmonious artwork.: $50
2:00-2:50 pm
Kitchen Skills (4th-8th Grade) Deanna WorrallStudents will learn basic kitchen skills while being about to give input on what we cook up next! In this beloved class, students use their imaginations to make some very fun food creations.: $50
Art: Color Theory (K-3rd Grade) It’s all about color! During this engaging 5-week Color Theory Art Class students will be exploring color and how to apply it to our art pieces. This class is designed for creatives of all ages and skill levels. We will explore the basic principles and fun techniques of color theory, allowing students to create visually exciting and harmonious artwork.:$50
Parent Social Hour For parents of students enrolled in class. Enjoy coffee, tea and loosely facilitated social time with other homeschool parents! Infants and preschool siblings welcome. Basic coloring supplies provided.: Free
Session 2: October 29th- December 3rd (No class 11/26)
1:00-1:50 pm
Let’s Make it! (K-3rd and 4th-8th Grade) Deanna Worrall. All students can enjoy creating Pinterest inspired projects through the holiday season. New projects will be presented each week. This is a great opportunity to create some gifts for the upcoming holidays. $50
Let’s Play a Game (K-4th) Melissa Swan. Calling all board game fans! This class will give students an opportunity to have fun learning and playing new (or old) board games while emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship, collaboration, and thinking ahead.: $40
Art Exploration (4th-8th Grade) Sandra Wallace. Welcome to "Art Exploration," a course designed for all students who wish to explore different art mediums and techniques. This class offers a hands-on approach in experimenting with collage, paint, paper, and mix media. The course objective is helping students discover a wide range of art mediums and expand their creative horizons.: $50
2:00pm-2:50pm
Art Exploration (K-3rd Grade) Sandra Wallace Welcome to "Art Exploration," a course designed for all students who wish to explore different art mediums and techniques. This class offers a hands-on approach in experimenting with collage, paint, paper, and mix media. The course objective is helping students discover a wide range of art mediums and expand their creative horizons.: $50
Make it! (4TH-8TH Grade): $50
Parent Social Hour. For parents of students enrolled in class. Enjoy coffee, tea and loosely facilitated social time with other homeschool parents! Infants and preschool siblings welcome. Basic coloring supplies provided : Free
