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Physical Science

This 8th grade science course bridges middle and high school sciences and creates a solid foundation for transition into higher-level science courses. In Physical Science students will learn about properties of matter, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonds and reactions, motion, forces, gravity, energy, waves, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, astrophysics, and Earth’s unique structure and atmosphere. Students will complete labs and hands-on activities in class for an immersive learning experience that provides practical application.

(2025-2026)

REQUIREMENTS

Required Text:
Apologia Exploring Creation with Physical Science, 3rd Edition Student Text (some copies available through our Lending Library)

Lab/copy fee: $60 (paid directly to Stephanie York at Orientation or the first class attended)

Annual tuition: $415 per year ($41.50/month for 10 months, August – May)

ABOUT THE TEACHER

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Stephanie York

Stephanie York
B.S. in Psychology and Masters in Education

Stephanie is a native of Chesterfield County. She attended VCU and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Education. Throughout her college career, she worked with children in a local daycare and summer camp programs. Following graduation, she taught elementary school in Chesterfield County Public Schools. Several years later, she and her husband, Chris, were blessed with their first child, and she left the school system to focus on being a mom to her son. As their family grew to a family of five with three boys, she returned to work at her church as the preschool and daycare director and later implemented a private Kindergarten program. It wasn’t long before the Lord placed on her heart the desire to homeschool, so she left the work place to become mom and teacher to her 3 elementary aged boys. During her years of homeschooling, Stephanie has taught numerous homeschooling classes ranging from elementary age to high school at various co-ops in the area. She has a passion for teaching and loves to make learning come alive for students. Each of her boys are now “grown and flown,” and she and her husband are blessed with amazing daughters-in-law who love Jesus. In 2024, Chris and Stephanie welcomed their first two grandchildren into the family. Stephanie is very active in her church and serves in leadership as a trustee and elder. She also assists in leading women’s ministry in and outside of her local church.

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