Middle and High School
Ages 12 – 19
From psychology and speech to life skills and chess, you’ll find a wide selection of classes for your older student. Classes meet once per week on Fridays. If you qualify for the drop-off program, you are required to work six or more volunteer hours per semester. We encourage parents to invest in the program to exhibit service to the community and to highlight the importance of education.
2023-2024 Classes
Toastmasters Jr.
8:30 am | $87
Think Public Speaking is stressful? It doesn’t have to be… Come join Gina Denckhoff as she facilitates this exceptional opportunity for your students to be encouraged and have fun with their friends while gaining confidence speaking amongst their peers. The Junior Toastmasters program is an informal course in the arts of communication and leadership. The ability to clearly express your thoughts to others so that they are heard and understood is important if you want to participate in group discussions and decision-making activities.
Tuition includes resources needed to participate in class. Learn more
Toastmasters is moderated by Gina Denckhoff
Life Skills
9:00 am | $107
How do I do my taxes? How do I get a mortgage? Can I cook a meal without burning the house down? These questions and many more are what we will strive to answer in this Life Skills class. Our goal is to equip the next generation to be independent and responsible adults.
Tuition includes all supplies needed for the class. Learn more.
Life Skills taught by Johnnie Garrett
American History
10:00 am | $159
This course will begin by briefly examining why the study of history is indispensable for Western civilization—or any civilization for that matter. In that vein, the class will investigate why citizenship is essential for any country. We will also briefly discuss the discovery of what we now call “America” by Christopher Columbus, why the indigenous people were called “Indians” by Columbus, and why the contemporary term “Native Americans” is inappropriate for those people.
From there, we will proceed to investigate the arrival of the Pilgrims on our shores in the early seventeenth century and why America has not always been a “melting pot,” as some assert. Our primary focus during the first semester will be placed on the shaping of this country, not neglecting to ask the question of why there was slavery in America. Time will be spent explaining the dynamics of the French and Indian War (or, the Seven Years War as it is sometimes called) and the colonists’ relationships to the fatherland and to Canada. We will also concentrate on the War of Independence, who our leaders were during that period, the major battles fought, why America is truly an exceptional country, and why our founding documents are unique in many ways.
Tuition for this course includes the textbook.
American History is taught by Dr. Ron Gleason
PE
10:00 am | $97
This class will cover a variety of sports activities and games. Students will participate in age-appropriate activities, including fitness, team-building games, and sport-specific skills. It's an excellent way for teens to get moving, learn new skills, try new activities, and make friends.
Tuition includes all equipment needed for this class. Learn more
PE is taught by Aaron Bates
Work Study
10:00 | 12:30 | 1:30 | $25
Work Study gives kids constructive time between classes where they will assist with various jobs on campus. Once students have worked for two weeks, they will have earned a week in the canteen! All work time will be eligible for volunteer hours.
Volunteer hours can be used for reporting to LTL’s Teen Volunteer Award Program, the Mayor’s Award, and as work for a non-profit (great for scholarship applications).
Work Study is moderated by Johnnie Garrett
Youth Group
11:00 am | $0 | Age 12-19
Where do you turn when the world around you grows dark? This year our youth will be encouraged to turn to Christ by reminding us of the two purposes of the book of John—that we would believe in Jesus and find life in his name. Despite what our culture may argue, there is only one hope that is truly trustworthy, and that is our savior, Jesus Christ. So join us as we focus on the essential truths of our faith and the life found in our King.
Youth group is one of the best places on campus to find friends. Each class includes a group activity, a short video, and small group time with friends and a leader.
Youth Group 12·14 is specifically reserved for middle school students and young high schoolers. Youth 15+ for high schoolers targets more mature or complex topics that teens are facing today.
Youth Group 12·14 is taught by Sarah Bates, Jenni Tadlock, and Matt Tadlock
Youth Group 15+ is taught by Johnnie Garrett and David Seitzinger
History of the Reformation
11:00 am | $157
The Protestant Reformation stands as a watershed for the Christian faith. Many Reformers, as well as their congregants, literally gave their lives for their beliefs. It is impossible to grasp the significance of Western civilization apart from the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century.
Therefore, this course is designed to provide the student with an initial grasp of and introduction to the most important ecclesiastical doctrines, ethical changes, and the primary controversies that fueled the Reformation.
We will address the question, "How does God want us to worship him?" We will also discuss how and why the Reformation laid a solid foundation for Christianity and what lessons the contemporary church can learn from it. Students will be encouraged to continue into the second semester by signing up for The History of the Reformation 102, which will examine Reformation documents, confessions, and catechisms in more detail.
Tuition includes the textbook. Please inquire about the full class description.
History of the Reformation is taught by Dr. Ron Gleason
Worship Band
12:30 pm | $107
Join us in making our LTL Worship Band with students performing, singing, playing instruments, and praying. The band will practice each week at LTL and experience various worship opportunities, including a Christmas Special and the Spring Fine Arts Night. By becoming a part of our LTL Worship Band, you will not only foster your musical abilities but also forge lasting friendships with like-minded individuals who share your passion for worship and creative expression. This can be worth 1/2 credit.
Worship Band is managed by David Seitzinger, Kristi Wyatt, and Wayne Altman
Chess
12:30 pm | $139
Chess is perhaps the oldest board game in history, originating in India in the 7th century AD. During this class, we will explore the basics of how to play chess, in addition to basic strategies and tips to improve your play. People of all ages ten and above, as well as any level of experience, will be welcome. Students will have the opportunity to play in matches and tournaments.
Tuition includes a regulation tournament chess set and all supplies needed for the class. This class can be worth 1/4-1/2 credit.
Chess is taught by Bryce Oliver
Intro to Psychology
1:30 pm | $167
Take every thought captive. How do you actually do that? In Intro to Psychology, you will learn about your thoughts, feelings, emotions, reactions, behaviors, personalities, and more. Discover where these come from, what is true, and how to manage them from a Biblical perspective. Learn strategies and tools to take ownership of why and how you act the way you do and begin to be intentional in your home and relationships.
Tuition includes the curriculum notebook and all supplies for the class and hands-on projects. This class can be worth 1/2 credit.
Intro to Psychology is taught by Jayna DiGenova
Spanish I
1:30 pm | $234
This class presents an innovative and engaging approach to help students not only learn about Spanish but learn to communicate in Spanish. Emphasizing a biblical worldview, students will develop Spanish communication skills, learn to share the gospel, and study Spanish-speaking countries around the world.
Tuition includes the curriculum text, student activity book, and supplies for the class. Students will earn 1/2 credit or a full credit depending on the weekly time devoted.
Spanish is taught by Cristy Burnette
Robotics Club
2:30-4:30 pm | $189
Today's world leverages robots in almost every aspect of our lives. Everyone is constantly surrounded by robots, from our cars to our coffee makers. Furthermore, manufacturing and engineering firms are using ever-increasing numbers of robots to design and produce nearly everything we find in our world, from building high-end military hardware to preparing food in our grocery stores. These robots fill roles that used to be filled by extremely highly trained humans. While this enables the mass production of certain products that could only be produced in small numbers by highly trained individuals only a few years ago, this also presents a significant challenge for young people. Specifically, it is easy to learn how to use the robots, but it is hard to learn what makes the robots function. In the United States, fewer and fewer young people each year enter the technical and engineering field, which means that there are fewer and fewer individuals who can imagine, design, engineer, and program these robots. This course is designed to provide foundational knowledge in robotics using the VEX IQ system.The course is designed for ages 12-18; as such, some material may be very challenging for the younger members of the class, while some will be simple for the older members. However, successful completion of the course will give each student a foundation strong enough to continue their education in the field. The objective for the course is that each student will be able to imagine, design, engineer, and build a robot that will solve a problem in your household, so please begin considering what problems you might have around the house that they could solve!
Tuition includes access to the class robotics equipment and general class supplies.
Robotics Club is taught by Paul & Kimberly Holst