Secondary Class Descriptions

We have many class choices for our Secondary students (11 and up) including Biblical World View, Flags, Art, Choir, PE, Speech, Comedy and many more! Classes do vary some depending on the semester and teachers.

Art

This art class will cover many forms of art throughout the semester. We will have two art classes available during the day.

Bible Q & A

Bringing biblical questions for discussion through Biblical resources. This class will be taught by Brandon Reed

Biblical Worldview

Biblical Worldview is a required class for all secondary students. The class will open with prayer, receive a Biblical lesson then break into small groups for discussion. Time and discussion will be spent practicing the use of Biblical scriptures and biblical reference tools to find and record Truth to combat lies in our sight, thoughts, speech, counsel, and actions. Classes will often alternate with a lesson week and an application week. Lesson weeks will focus on learning and finding Scripture related to what is true. Application weeks will consist of students sharing scripture and the experience of applying what they learned from the prior lesson.
CLASS REQUIREMENTS:

Students must bring their own Bible. (If you don’t have a Bible please contact Virginia and we will get you one to keep.)
Students must bring writing tools for their journals. (colored pens & pencils are acceptable.)
Students are highly encouraged to bring highlighters and other supplies for studying and marking in your Bible or journal.
Students must write at least ONE bible verse in their journal. (If you or your child is concerned about writing ability, a simple reference or drawing is acceptable.)
Students are highly encouraged to share prayer requests, struggles they may be dealing with in culture or how they would like the class to find truth with Scripture.
Students will work in teams/groups and will rotate sharing with the class their findings.

Board Games and More!

This fun class will give students time to play games and socialize! (You MUST participate in games or other class approved activities!)

Requirements:

Have Fun
Play Games
Socialize

Cheerleading

A basic introduction to competitive cheerleading. Cheerleaders will learn a short routine and perform at our Fall and Spring performances. This will include cheers, a dance, jumps, and group stunting. Cheerleaders will need to purchase black leggings and a Veritas Cheer T-shirt. Medical release forms are required.

Choir

Learning the fundamentals of using our singing voices properly with an introduction to harmony. This class will be taught by Darci Bilberry.

Comedy Improv

Come be funny with Liz Peak!

Comedy Sketch Writing

Sketch comedy writing students will write short, funny scenes, called "sketches.” A sketch is usually between one and ten minutes long and performed by a group. Students will be writing short sketches both on their own and as a group. At the end of the semester, there will be an opportunity for students to perform some of the sketches they have written.

Dance

Dance is more than just movements. Dancing tells a story. It is fueled by emotion. It’s a process of feeling and moving through that feeling. It lets you express whatever you’re going through by dancing your heart out and glorifying God. This fun, energetic, and unique class will be taught by Carmen Parks. Male dancers would be greatly appreciated and will more than likely receive a featured part in the program. This class requires practice outside of class time.

Performance-based class requires:

Regular Attendance.
Students must participate in class with a good attitude and readiness to learn.
Practice at home is required.

Fun Physics

Fun projects to demonstrate the laws of physics. This class will be taught by Rayna Meyer.

Graphic Design

Intro to Graphic Arts Have you ever seen catchy artwork anywhere? Maybe it was in advertising, your favorite CD, your favorite movie poster, brochure, etc. Stepping into the world of graphic arts starts with the basics. That’s where we will focus on apps such as Canva, PosterMyWall, Adobe Express, etc. (Student may need to provide their own laptop and have access to download free apps.)

Homestead Building

Learn to be self-sufficient off your land whether it be 1 acre or 50. Learning how to plant, grow, harvest, and store different crops and animals effectively and efficiently for your family for 1 year then we will build a diorama of your own homestead. This class will be taught by Veronica Formento and Tawnya Hogan

Junk Journaling

Have you heard of Wreck This Journal, Mixed Media Art, or Junk Journaling? Whatever your answer, this class is for you! We will focus on putting together a keepsake journal that revolves around you. This is for life events, your favorite things, journaling, letting off steam, your favorite Bible verses - anything that makes you - YOU! You can make this a beautiful work of art or chaos. It’s your choice!

Kitchen Chemistry

A hands-on learning experience that explores the scientific principles behind everyday cooking practices, allowing students to understand the chemistry, involved in everyday cooking supplies through interactive experiments and demonstrations while learning about concepts like heat transfer, chemical reactions, and the properties of ingredients. This class will be taught by Tawnya Hogan.

Library

Learning about the Library & READING.

Visit the Veritas Library to discover more about your favorite reading topics and build your research skills. Expand your library experience and get to help run the library (check-in, shelf with the Dewey Decimal System, design library bulletin boards, and more).

You will also explore and choose books to check out for yourself. Then participate in informal book discussions, create book reviews or ads, and more!

Literature

This class is only available for our older students. This class will be taught by Traci Slagter.

Macrame

Learn to make macrame bracelets, keychains, and more! This class will be taught by Loni Trumble

Mapping The Verse

During this class students will be diving deeper into Bible verses in a creative way. They will learn word meanings and study and think about what the meaning of the verse is. This is a great way to study the Word of God on a deeper level. This class is taught by Hailee Walker

Nature Journaling

This class will challenge students to a unique combination of nature drawing and journaling. We will observe through the outdoors, pictures and videos in class of nature’s wonders. We can learn a ton of insights on studying nature and keeping an art journal with patience and practice.

Noodle Weaponry & Sparring

Build FUN weapons at home and spar at Veritas. This will be weapons built out of pool noodles and other supplies you can find around the house. They will have Sparring tournaments during class time! This will be an active class taught by Brandon Young.

PE

Middle & High School PE: We will practice a variety of sports with the goal of gaining fitness, learning new skills, and having a lot of fun with your classmates. The class rotates through both team and individual sports. Fall classes will include Dodgeball, Jump rope, and Futsol (indoor soccer).

Revolution Flags

Revolution Flags is a student favorite and this class will strive to challenge and encourage your student to use their gifting to Honor the Lord. Learning Flags techniques can be demanding as it will build muscle strength and take discipline. Equally, it is fun to work as a team and exhilarating once you have picked up the techniques.

Performance-based class requires:

THIS IS A PERFORMANCE-BASED CLASS. IF YOUR CHILD/CHILDREN WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE PERFORMANCE PLEASE NOTIFY THE TEACHER ASAP. (This is important because of the choreography that takes place inside the classroom for the end-of-semester performance. Last-minute changes can be difficult and stressful on the students and teachers.)
Students must have their own Flags. (You may rent or purchase your students' flags. If you purchase you may choose your flag color. If you rent your student will be given colors that are available.)
Students must return rental flags at the end of each semester. (No exceptions)
Students must bring their flags each week to class. (We do not have extras if your student forgets. They may not be able to practice if they forget to bring them.)
Students are highly recommended to purchase a “Flag Team Shirt”. (If this isn’t applicable to your student, they need to wear a dark gray shirt for the performance.)
Students must practice at home. (Instruction videos are on our Facebook page and website.)
Students must be willing to listen and learn the movements. (We ask that all students bring their best attitude to class.

Self Defense

You will learn about the 4 A's of protecting yourself.

Aware

Assess

Avoid

Act

Self-defense is about much more than actually fighting or using weapons, although we will also discuss that. This class is relevant to everyone. Learn to protect yourself and others. This class will be taught by Corbie Pyatt

Speech

Casual learning to speak in front of others. This class will help students become more comfortable speaking in front of others. This class will be taught by Brandon Reed.

Strength Training

This class will focus on building strength and endurance over the semester! This class will be taught by Brandon Young and participation is required!

World News and Journalism

This class will allow each student to research and report the news in a particular country in class through mock news reporting or written reports. There will also be open discussion. Students will study their country's history and give their journalistic opinion of how the history correlates with the country's current state.

ATTENTION PARENTS: News around the world can contain violence, disturbing truths, graphic reality, and things that could be fearful to certain people.

Worshiping Hands

Worshiping Hands is a class that equips kids with a new way to Worship the Lord and communicate through American Sign Language. They will learn a song that will be performed at the end of the Semester performance. Additionally, they will learn basic conversational ASL. In 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Paul explains that he has, "Become all things, to all people" so that the gospel might be proclaimed. The goal in class is to equip your children with a useful skill that is versatile and can be used to Glorify God.

Performance-based class requires:

Regular Attendance.
Students will need a solid black shirt for performance.
Students must participate in class with a good attitude and readiness to learn.
Practice at home is required.

Year Book

Year Book students will help set up and design the 2024/2025 Veritas year book. They will also help take and sort pictures from over the year. It is preferable for students to bring a computer with them for this class. This class will be limited to a certain number of students. Anna Burgess is the teacher of this class!