Course Details

Our project-based Science class will be covering Physics this year. We do not have a set curriculum that we will be using to teach Physics, we like to combine them.  We use a homeschool style learning for History and Science, where all grades are learning the same material at different levels in a project-based manner.

This course is designed to develop your child’s language proficiency in communication, grammar and language use crucial for their academic success and future. There will be a large emphasis in this program on the writing process and the research needed to convey their thoughts and arguments through written language. Language Arts and Mathematics are taught in a multi-level classroom with groups of 10-15 students per class.  Classes are divided into the following groups: K, 1-2 grades, 3-4 grades, 5th-6th grade and 7th-8th grade.  Each class has an assigned mentor.  They work on grade/level appropriate concepts and learn how these lessons apply to their lives.

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Please ask about the specific books used in your child’s class if you would like to follow along at home. All of these books are very inexpensively purchased on christianbook.com. Language Arts and Mathematics are taught in a multi-level classroom with groups of 10-15 students per class.  Classes are divided into the following groups: K, 1-2 grades, 3-4 grades, 5th-6th grade and 7th-8th grade.  Each class has an assigned mentor.  They work on grade/level appropriate concepts and learn how these lessons apply to their lives.

Yates Place is so excited to host Natasha Wulfenstein for High School Language Arts. She will be teaching an engaging class focusing on writing skills and great literature as well as a review of grammar. The cost of this course is $400/year for Monday only

$500/year for Monday and Wednesday

Taught by Gesse Rosa

All courses are $450/year

Pre-Algebra

Course Description:​

The concepts studied in this course include numeration, basic operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, rates, estimation, and number theory. Students will demonstrate their learning of the math concepts through in-class discussion and daily homework.

Algebra 1/Geometry​

Course Description:​

Some of the main math concepts explored in this course include the following: evaluation of numeric and algebraic expressions, exponents and roots, properties of the real numbers, absolute value and equations and inequalities involving absolute value, scientific notation, unit conversions; solution of equations of one variable, solution of system of linear equations, the algebra of polynomials and rational expressions, word problems requiring algebra for their solution, graphical solution of simultaneous equations. The pythagorean theorem, algebraic proofs, functions and functional notation, solution of quadratic equations via factoring and completing the square, direct and inverse variation, and exponential growth, computation of the perimeter and areas of two-dimensional regions, computation of the surface area and volume of a wide variety of geometric solids, and statistics and probability will also be explored.

Algebra 2

​Course Description​:

The concepts explored in Algebra 2 include the following: graphical solution to simultaneous equations, scientific notation, radicals, roots of quadratic equations including complex roots, properties of the real numbers, inequalities and systems of inequalities, logarithms and antilogarithms, exponential equations, basic trigonometric functions, algebra of polynomials, vectors, polar and rectangular coordinate systems, and a wide spectrum of word problems requiring algebra to solve. Algebra 2 provide the student with a solid understanding of geometry. A few exercises involving concepts of physics and chemistry are included in the course (gas law, force vector, chemical mixture, percent markups, etc). Set theory, probability and statistics, and other topics are also treated. The most reliable way to receive specific information about course work, including topics and timing, is on-line. For many students, the most challenging part of class is to apply concepts through story problems and signed (negative) number operations. 

Biology Taught by Joy Hopper

$400/year

Taught by Joy Hopper

$400/year

Taught by Rozelle Hansen

Up your vocal Performance abilities in this amazing class. Groups will work on popular songs with uplifting messages. They will learn basics in music theory, performance phycology and vocal technique. They will learn basics choreography and have the opportunity to perform as a group. This class is not included in Yates Place tuition and is $400/year. Open to ages 11+

Taught by Viviana

Available for High School students

$500/year

Taught by Natashia Wulfenstein

Available for High School students

$550/year

What did your great grandmother know about the art of living?  Simple.   Sourdough bread is healthy for your gut. Food preservation (canning, etc.) is better than any canned food at the store. Knitting is a meditation and gives you cool stuff you can wear. Chickens are the gateway farm animal.  Come and discover the art of living for yourself!! 

Available for grades 3-12

High School cost $350/year

Da Vinci Approach: Unlock Your Creative Potential

Creativity isn’t just about art—it’s the driving force behind problem-solving, innovation, and resilience. This class is designed for anyone ready to tap into their innate creative power and apply it in ways that matter. Whether you’re looking to solve the unsolvable or achieve the unachievable, our sessions are crafted to guide you there.

 

What You’ll Explore:

 

Diverse Creative Outlets: Delve into different forms of creativity and discover what stirs your soul.

Power of the Blank Page: Learn to use simplicity to spark complex ideas.

Real-World Application: Harness your creativity to tackle some of the world’s toughest challenges.

 

 

How We’ll Learn:

 

Our journey will include weekly discussions, where we don’t just talk about change—we make it happen. We’ll engage in creative exercises that push beyond traditional boundaries, proving that creativity gives us a competitive edge.

 

For the past 30 years, the Da Vinci Approach has been the method I used to do impossible things in my life and career. I’m finally ready to teach it! Our creative fire is bright enough to light any darkening sky, so let’s go fill it with our own constellations!

Taught by Shaun Barrowes

Available to High School students

$400/year

High School PE is offered through the Sports Performance Academy in Spanish Fork and is $360/year

3-8th grade PE is an elective option during our regular class schedule.

Taught by Seth Harrison

 

High School Only;

Taught by Darlene Yates

This course is designed to teach students Leadership skills as they serve in their community.

High School cost $300/year

Classes are one hour long. We will cover all the elements of video editing, including transitions, effects, waiting, animation, text, audio editing, etc. In addition, we will go into best practices for filming, file and size formats, camera angles, Using drone footage, different kinds of videos, like informational, interview, action, etc. What it all comes down to is how to tell a better story video. It’s going to be really fun and a lot of work. But what I am going to teach students will allow them to go out and get jobs as videographers if they work hard at it.

 

The software will be free and students will be required to use their own or parents phone to collect footage. There will be no other expenses aside from tuition.

Taught by Seth Harrison

$500/year