fall 2020 Ninth - Twelfth Grades
SU 50 Charcoal: Techniques in Making a Masterpiece
During this course, students will be taught how to use masking tape, compressed charcoal, soft charcoal, erasers, smudge sticks, and hair spray to create a work of art. We will use a picture of their choosing to print and base the course from it. Each student will get to choose their own picture to make their drawing and will have a work of art that they will love. Students will be kept entertained in their work of art as they travel through the course.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Friday 3:45PM
Ms. Colleen Ankney is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in Preschool through Fourth Grade Education and minoring in Special Education. Ms. Colleen has had some experience with working with young children in a classroom environment. In high school, she was one of the students learning to work with preschool students as well as teaching French to elementary students. Another way she worked with students during high school was doing community service hours down at the elementary school. In college, Ms. Colleen experienced the wonders of working on Zoom with children. During the summer, she likes to read, draw, and spend time with her friends.
SU 51 Global Religions
In a world that seems to grow both more connected and more fractured each day, having an understanding of the theological systems which both bind and divide the world is more important than ever. This class will seek to enable students to be conversant and educated on the major religions of the world and their practices, regardless of the background or lack thereof of the student. A particular focus will be given to addressing common misconceptions or misinformation regarding world religions.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Wednesday 10:00AM
Mr. Ray Duffy is a Sophomore at St. Vincent College majoring in Secondary Education with a concentration in Social Studies. He has had many experiences with adolescents, serving on the youth group core teams of both Saint Catharine of Siena in Columbus, Ohio, and at Saint Vincent Basilica Parish in Latrobe, PA, in addition to being a counselor at Catholic Youth Summer Camp. In his free time, he can be found on the rugby field, spending time with his family, or reading.
SU 52 Criminal Law 101
This course will be full of basic information about the criminal law system. The focal point will be on court room proceedings, in preparation for a mock trial at the end of the course. We will touch on the roles of a prosecutor, defendant, Defense attorney, Jury, and Judge in preparation for the mock trial. Ideally, students taking this course should have some understanding as to how the judicial system works. This course is designed to deepen the understanding of roles and procedures that take place in the court room. We will be going over crime grading and the sentencing for each type of conviction. Basic law terms will be reviewed as well as overviews into the larger picture of the justice system. However this course will particularly focus on criminal law proceedings in common court. As this course develops, students will be able to discuss imaginative situations and decide whether the subject is guilty or not guilty in accordance to the law. This course is meant to be fun and fully interactive, with students participating in small mock trials at least once a week, before leading to a true mock trial at the end of the course. If law interests you, Join this course to practice law in Ms. Harvey’s court!
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Wednesday 1:00PM
Ms. Kailey Harvey is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in English, with a certification in Secondary Education. Ms. Harvey is very experienced with children of all ages and abilities. Ms. Harvey grew up in a household with a Special Education cyber charter school teacher, meaning she learned much about teaching and special education from a young age. Today, Ms. Harvey strives to enrich children’s lives with knowledge and a love for learning. Ms. Harvey Loves reading, and wishes for all of her students to love reading just as much as she does! MS. Harvey has worked in summer camps with children ranging from preschool-12 grade. Ms. Harvey also is very interested in all things criminal law. She loves tv shows like Criminal Minds and How to Get Away With Murder. Ms. Harvey also grew up with a lawyer as an uncle and a judge for a grandfather, so she is very well versed in law. In the future Ms. Harvey plans to graduate in ’23 with her English Education degree, and is contemplating a future in Criminal Law.
SU 53 Exploring Classical Literature in “To Kill a Mockingbird”
This course is designed for lovers of reading! In this course we will be delving into the classic To Kill a Mockingbird. In this book we will be learning about the characters, plot, deeper meanings, imagery, and other literary mechanics. Teens will be assigned chapters at the end of each session to read for the next class so that we may discuss them in the following class. Students should come prepared to ask question and discuss each chapter. In each class we will discuss certain literary techniques that are relevant to the chapter, so that the students will have a better understanding of not only the book, but also of how literature works. Students should be prepared to have fun and learn lot! Go reading!
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Wednesday 3:00PM
Ms. Kailey Harvey is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in English, with a certification in Secondary Education. Ms. Harvey is very experienced with children of all ages and abilities. Ms. Harvey grew up in a household with a Special Education cyber charter school teacher, meaning she learned much about teaching and special education from a young age. Today, Ms. Harvey strives to enrich children’s lives with knowledge and a love for learning. Ms. Harvey Loves reading, and wishes for all of her students to love reading just as much as she does! MS. Harvey has worked in summer camps with children ranging from preschool-12 grade. Ms. Harvey also is very interested in all things criminal law. She loves tv shows like Criminal Minds and How to Get Away With Murder. Ms. Harvey also grew up with a lawyer as an uncle and a judge for a grandfather, so she is very well versed in law. In the future Ms. Harvey plans to graduate in ’23 with her English Education degree, and is contemplating a future in Criminal Law.
SU 54 SKOL! Culture of the Vikings and Danes
Were Vikings barbarians? Or does history look at them in an unforgiving light? This class dives into the traditions, culture, and history of the Scandinavia during the height of the Viking Age. Students will gain a more rounded view of the Medieval Period and how the Scandinavians of the time changed the world to this day. Learn about the most famous Vikings such as Leif Erikson, Ivar the Boneless, Rolf of Normandy, and more! Escape to a different, time, place, and culture to learn the truth about the Vikings.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 11:00AM
Laura E. Horn is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. She is earning a degree in History and an education certification in Social Studies 7-12. She has experience working with teenagers and children as a Staff Leader at the Sinking Spring Playground. While she enjoys history, she also loves learning about sociology, psychology, and world cultures. In her free time, she plays the violin, hikes with her family, enjoys reading, and creatively writes works of fiction.
SU 55 SOCIAL MEDIA: Useful tool or more trouble than it is worth?
The world today is dominated by social media. Teenagers know better than anyone the pros and cons of interacting online! This course will dive deep into the sociology behind social media including its effects in news, marketing, and mental health. Other topics covered include platforming, online education, and digital minimalism. In this class, students will have the opportunity to decide for themselves whether social media is a curse or a blessing.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 3:00 PM
Laura E. Horn is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. She is earning a degree in History and an education certification in Social Studies 7-12. She has experience working with teenagers and children as a Staff Leader at the Sinking Spring Playground. While she enjoys history, she also loves learning about sociology, psychology, and world cultures. In her free time, she plays the violin, hikes with her family, enjoys reading, and creatively writes works of fiction.
SU 56 Messing with Everyday Physics
This course will require students to observe real life physics on a virtual platform. Students will learn how to create a lab report outline and will create a full lab report at the end of this course. The website is free, and students are able to interact with the objects in the different labs. The online simulation shows the physics of different real-life scenarios, balancing, static, etc. Students are to collaborate with their classmates, lab partners, while interacting and observing the lab and creating lab report outlines.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Thursday and Friday 2:00PM
Ms. Caitlin Machuta, a junior and a double major in physics and mathematics with a minor in secondary education. She has tutored other students and peers since middle school. Ms. Machuta was a part of a TRIO Program called Upward Bound at Saint Francis University and was an ambassador in the program her junior and senior year of high school. For the spring semester and currently, she is the president of the SVC Reading Club and organizes monthly meetings. She lastly is a Collaborative Learning Program (CLP) facilitator and tutor students in mathematics. After being a part of the TRIO Program, she hopes to help students achieve a higher education.
SU 57 Graphing Lines
In this course, students will learn how to calculate the slope of a line on a graph. They will be able to calculate the slope from two adding or subtracting positive and negative numbers. This is a beginner’s course for an Algebra 1 topic points, as well as solve an equation to find the equation of the line. By the end of this course, students will be able to graph lines from the equation they solved. Students must be comfortable with fractions, division, and that can be used in everyday scenarios such as the creation of houses or the climb of a hill on roller coasters.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 12:00PM
Emma Piro is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in Mathematics and minoring in Secondary Education. Emma has experience babysitting as well as being a teaching assistant in her senior year of high school. She is currently employed at Fleegle Cinemas and Target. In addition to working, she volunteers at the Slapshot Cup Annual Hockey Tournament as a music director. Emma is very interested in math. In her free time, Emma enjoys playing with her dog, doing her makeup, and watching television. Emma’s future plan consists of teaching math in a high school setting.
SU 58 The Cold War: Fascinating Topics
Students who take this course will be able to understand and identify major events and people from this time period. This course will pick up immediately following World War II and will cover some of the biggest events over the next few decades that changed the outlook of history forever. Those events include but are certainly not limited to the Space Race, Cuban Missile Crisis, and JFK’s assassination. Since this time period is so rich with major world events, it is impossible to cover everything with the proper attention to each topic in the time allotted. Because of this, this course has been designed to highlight only the most fascinating topics.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 3:45PM
Justin Stott is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College. He is a graduate of Greater Latrobe Senior High School. As a History major with a minor in Secondary Education at Saint Vincent, Justin has had lots of experience around kids through athletics. He is a volunteer coach for youth baseball. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, baseball, and simply being outdoors. He also enjoys spending time with his dog and two cats.
SU 59 Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior
This course focuses on the scientific study of the human mind and behavior. As an introduction to the field of psychology, this course will cover psychological principles, major theories, methods of experimentation, and practical applications. In this online course, students will learn about the biopsychological, developmental, cognitive, and social domains of psychology. The students will participate in interactive activities, class discussions, and conduct their own psychological research.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 3:00PM
Ms. Gertrude Tesar is a senior at Saint Vincent College majoring in History with a minor in Secondary Education. She has had many opportunities to work with children of all ages. She has been a baby-sitter, tutored elementary and middle school students, and worked for over six years as a summer camp counselor. This is her fourth semester teaching Social Studies for the Step-Up program, and she is excited to be returning!
During this course, students will be taught how to use masking tape, compressed charcoal, soft charcoal, erasers, smudge sticks, and hair spray to create a work of art. We will use a picture of their choosing to print and base the course from it. Each student will get to choose their own picture to make their drawing and will have a work of art that they will love. Students will be kept entertained in their work of art as they travel through the course.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Friday 3:45PM
Ms. Colleen Ankney is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in Preschool through Fourth Grade Education and minoring in Special Education. Ms. Colleen has had some experience with working with young children in a classroom environment. In high school, she was one of the students learning to work with preschool students as well as teaching French to elementary students. Another way she worked with students during high school was doing community service hours down at the elementary school. In college, Ms. Colleen experienced the wonders of working on Zoom with children. During the summer, she likes to read, draw, and spend time with her friends.
SU 51 Global Religions
In a world that seems to grow both more connected and more fractured each day, having an understanding of the theological systems which both bind and divide the world is more important than ever. This class will seek to enable students to be conversant and educated on the major religions of the world and their practices, regardless of the background or lack thereof of the student. A particular focus will be given to addressing common misconceptions or misinformation regarding world religions.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Wednesday 10:00AM
Mr. Ray Duffy is a Sophomore at St. Vincent College majoring in Secondary Education with a concentration in Social Studies. He has had many experiences with adolescents, serving on the youth group core teams of both Saint Catharine of Siena in Columbus, Ohio, and at Saint Vincent Basilica Parish in Latrobe, PA, in addition to being a counselor at Catholic Youth Summer Camp. In his free time, he can be found on the rugby field, spending time with his family, or reading.
SU 52 Criminal Law 101
This course will be full of basic information about the criminal law system. The focal point will be on court room proceedings, in preparation for a mock trial at the end of the course. We will touch on the roles of a prosecutor, defendant, Defense attorney, Jury, and Judge in preparation for the mock trial. Ideally, students taking this course should have some understanding as to how the judicial system works. This course is designed to deepen the understanding of roles and procedures that take place in the court room. We will be going over crime grading and the sentencing for each type of conviction. Basic law terms will be reviewed as well as overviews into the larger picture of the justice system. However this course will particularly focus on criminal law proceedings in common court. As this course develops, students will be able to discuss imaginative situations and decide whether the subject is guilty or not guilty in accordance to the law. This course is meant to be fun and fully interactive, with students participating in small mock trials at least once a week, before leading to a true mock trial at the end of the course. If law interests you, Join this course to practice law in Ms. Harvey’s court!
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Wednesday 1:00PM
Ms. Kailey Harvey is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in English, with a certification in Secondary Education. Ms. Harvey is very experienced with children of all ages and abilities. Ms. Harvey grew up in a household with a Special Education cyber charter school teacher, meaning she learned much about teaching and special education from a young age. Today, Ms. Harvey strives to enrich children’s lives with knowledge and a love for learning. Ms. Harvey Loves reading, and wishes for all of her students to love reading just as much as she does! MS. Harvey has worked in summer camps with children ranging from preschool-12 grade. Ms. Harvey also is very interested in all things criminal law. She loves tv shows like Criminal Minds and How to Get Away With Murder. Ms. Harvey also grew up with a lawyer as an uncle and a judge for a grandfather, so she is very well versed in law. In the future Ms. Harvey plans to graduate in ’23 with her English Education degree, and is contemplating a future in Criminal Law.
SU 53 Exploring Classical Literature in “To Kill a Mockingbird”
This course is designed for lovers of reading! In this course we will be delving into the classic To Kill a Mockingbird. In this book we will be learning about the characters, plot, deeper meanings, imagery, and other literary mechanics. Teens will be assigned chapters at the end of each session to read for the next class so that we may discuss them in the following class. Students should come prepared to ask question and discuss each chapter. In each class we will discuss certain literary techniques that are relevant to the chapter, so that the students will have a better understanding of not only the book, but also of how literature works. Students should be prepared to have fun and learn lot! Go reading!
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Monday and Wednesday 3:00PM
Ms. Kailey Harvey is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in English, with a certification in Secondary Education. Ms. Harvey is very experienced with children of all ages and abilities. Ms. Harvey grew up in a household with a Special Education cyber charter school teacher, meaning she learned much about teaching and special education from a young age. Today, Ms. Harvey strives to enrich children’s lives with knowledge and a love for learning. Ms. Harvey Loves reading, and wishes for all of her students to love reading just as much as she does! MS. Harvey has worked in summer camps with children ranging from preschool-12 grade. Ms. Harvey also is very interested in all things criminal law. She loves tv shows like Criminal Minds and How to Get Away With Murder. Ms. Harvey also grew up with a lawyer as an uncle and a judge for a grandfather, so she is very well versed in law. In the future Ms. Harvey plans to graduate in ’23 with her English Education degree, and is contemplating a future in Criminal Law.
SU 54 SKOL! Culture of the Vikings and Danes
Were Vikings barbarians? Or does history look at them in an unforgiving light? This class dives into the traditions, culture, and history of the Scandinavia during the height of the Viking Age. Students will gain a more rounded view of the Medieval Period and how the Scandinavians of the time changed the world to this day. Learn about the most famous Vikings such as Leif Erikson, Ivar the Boneless, Rolf of Normandy, and more! Escape to a different, time, place, and culture to learn the truth about the Vikings.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 11:00AM
Laura E. Horn is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. She is earning a degree in History and an education certification in Social Studies 7-12. She has experience working with teenagers and children as a Staff Leader at the Sinking Spring Playground. While she enjoys history, she also loves learning about sociology, psychology, and world cultures. In her free time, she plays the violin, hikes with her family, enjoys reading, and creatively writes works of fiction.
SU 55 SOCIAL MEDIA: Useful tool or more trouble than it is worth?
The world today is dominated by social media. Teenagers know better than anyone the pros and cons of interacting online! This course will dive deep into the sociology behind social media including its effects in news, marketing, and mental health. Other topics covered include platforming, online education, and digital minimalism. In this class, students will have the opportunity to decide for themselves whether social media is a curse or a blessing.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 3:00 PM
Laura E. Horn is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. She is earning a degree in History and an education certification in Social Studies 7-12. She has experience working with teenagers and children as a Staff Leader at the Sinking Spring Playground. While she enjoys history, she also loves learning about sociology, psychology, and world cultures. In her free time, she plays the violin, hikes with her family, enjoys reading, and creatively writes works of fiction.
SU 56 Messing with Everyday Physics
This course will require students to observe real life physics on a virtual platform. Students will learn how to create a lab report outline and will create a full lab report at the end of this course. The website is free, and students are able to interact with the objects in the different labs. The online simulation shows the physics of different real-life scenarios, balancing, static, etc. Students are to collaborate with their classmates, lab partners, while interacting and observing the lab and creating lab report outlines.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Thursday and Friday 2:00PM
Ms. Caitlin Machuta, a junior and a double major in physics and mathematics with a minor in secondary education. She has tutored other students and peers since middle school. Ms. Machuta was a part of a TRIO Program called Upward Bound at Saint Francis University and was an ambassador in the program her junior and senior year of high school. For the spring semester and currently, she is the president of the SVC Reading Club and organizes monthly meetings. She lastly is a Collaborative Learning Program (CLP) facilitator and tutor students in mathematics. After being a part of the TRIO Program, she hopes to help students achieve a higher education.
SU 57 Graphing Lines
In this course, students will learn how to calculate the slope of a line on a graph. They will be able to calculate the slope from two adding or subtracting positive and negative numbers. This is a beginner’s course for an Algebra 1 topic points, as well as solve an equation to find the equation of the line. By the end of this course, students will be able to graph lines from the equation they solved. Students must be comfortable with fractions, division, and that can be used in everyday scenarios such as the creation of houses or the climb of a hill on roller coasters.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 12:00PM
Emma Piro is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College majoring in Mathematics and minoring in Secondary Education. Emma has experience babysitting as well as being a teaching assistant in her senior year of high school. She is currently employed at Fleegle Cinemas and Target. In addition to working, she volunteers at the Slapshot Cup Annual Hockey Tournament as a music director. Emma is very interested in math. In her free time, Emma enjoys playing with her dog, doing her makeup, and watching television. Emma’s future plan consists of teaching math in a high school setting.
SU 58 The Cold War: Fascinating Topics
Students who take this course will be able to understand and identify major events and people from this time period. This course will pick up immediately following World War II and will cover some of the biggest events over the next few decades that changed the outlook of history forever. Those events include but are certainly not limited to the Space Race, Cuban Missile Crisis, and JFK’s assassination. Since this time period is so rich with major world events, it is impossible to cover everything with the proper attention to each topic in the time allotted. Because of this, this course has been designed to highlight only the most fascinating topics.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 3:45PM
Justin Stott is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College. He is a graduate of Greater Latrobe Senior High School. As a History major with a minor in Secondary Education at Saint Vincent, Justin has had lots of experience around kids through athletics. He is a volunteer coach for youth baseball. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, baseball, and simply being outdoors. He also enjoys spending time with his dog and two cats.
SU 59 Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior
This course focuses on the scientific study of the human mind and behavior. As an introduction to the field of psychology, this course will cover psychological principles, major theories, methods of experimentation, and practical applications. In this online course, students will learn about the biopsychological, developmental, cognitive, and social domains of psychology. The students will participate in interactive activities, class discussions, and conduct their own psychological research.
COST: $ 20 DAYS/TIME: Tuesday and Thursday 3:00PM
Ms. Gertrude Tesar is a senior at Saint Vincent College majoring in History with a minor in Secondary Education. She has had many opportunities to work with children of all ages. She has been a baby-sitter, tutored elementary and middle school students, and worked for over six years as a summer camp counselor. This is her fourth semester teaching Social Studies for the Step-Up program, and she is excited to be returning!
