Available August 2025

In this introductory course, you’ll explore how agriscientists use technology and innovation to improve food production, care for natural resources, and support thriving communities. From soil health to sustainable farming to conservation practices, you’ll learn how agriculture extends far beyond the farm—and how your work in this field can reflect biblical values of responsibility, stewardship, and provision. Discover the wide range of careers in agriscience and how you can grow your skills to make a lasting, faithful impact on the world around you.

Required Materials

• Indoor or outdoor plant
• Video recording device
• Audio recording device
• Camera or Phone Camera

Available August 2025

In this course, you’ll study the principles of veterinary medicine, learning how to recognize common diseases, provide basic care, and understand treatments for a variety of animals, from family pets to farm livestock and wildlife. You’ll examine how responsible animal care reflects biblical stewardship and the call to tend creation with compassion and wisdom. Whether you’re interested in a veterinary career or simply want to care well for animals, this course equips you with knowledge and skills grounded in science, service, and faith.

Available August 2025

In this course, you’ll explore the art and science of interior design—learning about color theory, textures, furniture selection, lighting, and sustainable design practices. You’ll study how homes and buildings are constructed and how thoughtful design can foster comfort, safety, and well-being. With a biblical perspective, you’ll also reflect on how spaces can be used to serve others, encourage hospitality, and steward God’s creation. Whether designing for a home, workplace, or ministry setting, this course will equip you to bring order, creativity, and purpose into every space you touch.

Required Materials

• video recording device
• graph paper
• measuring tape
• CAD software (free download)

Available August 2025

In this course, you’ll explore the foundations of clothing design, color theory, textiles, and current trends while reflecting on how personal style can be used to honor God and uplift others. Learn about careers in the fashion industry, emerging technologies, and the role of fashion in culture and identity. You’ll begin creating your own designs and gain insight into how modesty, stewardship, and beauty intersect in fashion. Whether you’re interested in launching your own line or simply want to express creativity with intention, this course encourages you to pursue design as a means of service, dignity, and expression of your God-given gifts.

Required Materials

• art supplies, such as paper, pens, colored pencils, paints, tape, glue, scissors, poster board, and markers
• Access to sewing machine (can be electronic programmable, straight stitch, zigzag, or old-style machine; should have tension adjustment controls)
• thread
• fabric
• pattern
• pattern tools to mark on fabric, such as tailor’s chalk or pen with disappearing ink
• needle and thread for hand sewing
• measuring tape or yardstick
• raw materials to either create or modify a garment or accessory, such as fabric, buttons, and other components
• if necessary, methods to clean material, such as a dry-cleaning service, washing machine, detergent, or supplies for hand washing
• if necessary, methods to press or iron material, such as an iron, ironing board, and possibly a pressing cloth

Available August 2025

In this advanced course, you’ll expand your skills in baking and dessert preparation, protein cooking, and kitchen safety—building on the foundation established in Culinary Arts I. Learn to create meals with a global perspective, exploring how hospitality bridges cultures and communities. You’ll also study nutrition, sustainability, and the business side of the culinary world, from managing a kitchen to launching a catering service. Throughout the course, you’ll be encouraged to view the culinary arts as a calling—one that uses food to serve others, steward resources wisely, and cultivate environments where faith and family can flourish.

Required Materials

• Smartphone or other way to take videos/photographs
• Presentation software
• Stove
• Oven
• Baking and roasting pans/sheets
• Pots and frying pans
• Measuring spoons, cups, and jugs
• Metal mixing bowls
• Wooden spoon/rubber spatula
• Baking parchment
• Serving plates
• Cutlery
• Water
• Salt

Available August 2025

In this course, you’ll explore foundational culinary techniques—including basic cooking, baking, knife skills, and food safety—while also learning how food preparation can be an act of service and hospitality. Study the history of food culture, global cuisines, and sustainable practices through the lens of stewardship and care for creation. You’ll gain practical experience in preparing stocks, soups, sauces, and baked goods, while also learning how to present meals with excellence. As you build communication, leadership, and teamwork skills, you’ll see how a career in the culinary arts can be a meaningful way to bless others and glorify God through the gift of food.

Required Materials

• Props for Videos (fake items may be subbed for real ones):
• First-aid tools and materials (band-aids, gauze, ointment, antiseptic, etc.)
• Plastic knife, butter knife, or basic dinner knife
• Kitchen with appliances like a sink, stove, refrigerator, etc.
• Pots and pans for washing demonstration
• Four boxes or buckets to use as sinks
• Dishwasher or an item to stand in for a dishwasher
• Chemicals used for dishwasher cleaning (or pictures of them)
• Meat thermometer
• Gloves, hair restraints, closed-toe shoes, apron, etc. – all for demonstrating proper kitchen hygiene
• Various foods to use in video demonstration of dry heat and moist heat cooking methods
• Salad and salad dressing ingredients
• Vegetable and starch ingredients
• Cold cooking tools
• Workstation with common cooking equipment
• Food to use in the preparation of a cold recipe other than a salad
• Table setting materials including plates, flatware, glasses, napkins
• Pen and paper
• Serving tray
• Sample menu
• Telephone
• Cash register or something similar to act as cash register
• Ingredients to make a soup, a stock, and a sauce

Available August 2025

In this foundational course, you’ll explore how professional photographers use camera settings, lighting, and composition to capture meaningful images. As you develop technical skills and practice taking your own photos, you’ll also reflect on how visual storytelling can honor God, communicate truth, and inspire others. You’ll learn how to prepare your work for exhibitions and consider how photography can be a redemptive voice in today’s media-saturated culture.

Required Materials

• A digital camera that offers both automatic and manual control

Note: Many activities require a digital camera though some tasks can be achieved with the use of a smartphone. The camera features explained in the course are done so regarding digital cameras only and some assignments may be difficult to complete without one.
Any students choosing to use a smartphone will need to make arrangements with their teacher on how to accomplish specific tasks. Students are also encouraged to consult their user manual and download appropriate applications to allow for more advanced controls.

• Appropriate camera cables
• Two friends or family members to volunteer as subjects/photo assistants
• Miscellaneous objects to use for photography subjects (ex: soccer cleat, baseball hat, or a piece of jewelry)
• Various lighting (overhead lights, table lamps, clamp lights)
• A complete, plated meal to photograph
• A tripod or household items to use as a stable tripod-like support for camera
• An image editing program (GIMP or something similar)
• Blank paper
• Colored pencils or markers
• A camera with video recording abilities (camera phone, digital camera, or computer camera)
• Props and equipment that can serve as darkroom equipment (boxes, crates, tubs, etc.)
• Various art supplies (paint, scissors, glue, posters, paper, magazines, etc.) to create original works of art
• Audio recording device (smartphone, computer program, digital voice recorder)

Available August 2025

In this course, you’ll step into the role of a journalist—asking great questions, gathering facts, and crafting clear, engaging stories. You’ll learn how to write with purpose and integrity, organize ideas effectively, and edit like a pro. From news articles to feature stories, discover how journalism can inform, inspire, and reflect truth in a way that honors your values and strengthens your voice.

Available August 2025

In this course, you’ll explore the art of photography by learning how to use a camera, work with lighting, and choose meaningful subjects. Through hands-on practice and creative challenges, you’ll develop the skills to capture powerful images that reflect both your perspective and your God-given creativity. Discover how photography can be a tool for storytelling, connection, and beauty in a world full of visual messages.

Required Materials

*A Smartphone may be used for most required tasks; however, appropriate applications will need to be installed to allow the student to make the necessary adjustments to the camera mode, shutter speed, and aperture.

• Digital camera: “point and shoot” or above
• USB cable, as needed to transfer photos
• Audio recording device
• Video recording device
• An everyday household object (like a TV, refrigerator, etc.)
• Assorted food items
• Backdrop (blanket, construction paper, sheet, etc.)

Available August 2025

In this course, you’ll explore artistic expression through tools like graphic design, animation, and digital photography. From advertisements to illustrations, learn how digital media shapes our visual culture while developing your own projects that reflect both creativity and character. With a focus on thoughtful design and a faith-centered perspective, you’ll build digital skills and discover how your God-given talents can make a meaningful impact in the world of art.

Required Materials

• Digital Camera or Camera Phone
• Drawing paper and colored pencils / markers or drawing software / animation software (will need to create a logo and a character that could be animated)
• A computer or phone with a recording feature/app (will need to record a “radio” commercial)