2026-2027 School Year

2nd Grade SPT

Students meet for a full school year, with 12 co-op weeks in the fall and 12 weeks in the spring. The 2nd grade class is taught with one 2nd grade teacher who teaches Science and another 2nd grade teacher who teaches Social Studies. Class sections are assigned one of those teachers as their homeroom teacher as well. Additionally, the 2nd grade classes attend Related Arts class where they go to the respective teacher for that time. The students enjoy recess twice a day at either the playground or the gym. Parents must pack snack and lunch for their student. Children in 2nd grade will not be assigned homework, except for an occasional oral presentation requirement. Formal grades are not given in 2nd grade, but teachers do send home progress reports twice a year.

Course Description

In second grade, both science and social studies content will be covered at co-op each week.  Age appropriate math facts and sight words will also be practiced weekly. The children will rotate through learning stations in small groups to maximize learning time.

Social Studies component:   In second grade, the students will learn world history using The Story of the World, Volume 2: The Middle Ages. They will explore major historical events from the fall of Rome through the rise of the Renaissance. The students will utilize the accompanying student pages in class for a full year of history from a Christian worldview and geography map skills along with fun and engaging hands-on activities. As optional enrichment, parents are welcome to purchase the textbook to read along at home or download the audio version (always check with your local library too).

Science component: In second grade, students will also complete Earth Science, Space Science & Physical Science unit studies about the earth, space, water, weather, and various physical science concepts (magnetism, gravity, electricity, etc..) based on the Magic School Bus series, enabling great flexibility as we explore a wide variety of science while integrating other subject areas. Students will participate in various hands-on activities and projects to further reinforce scientific methods of discovery.

Students also enjoy Music and Art class once weekly as part of their class day.

  • Music Class: Students will attend music class once a week. The students will enjoy experiencing music in a variety of ways. They will explore music through a repertoire rich in folk songs, nursery rhymes, and traditional singing games. The students will learn about music through imitation, movement, listening, visualization, improvisation, finger play, and rhythm instruments. Seasonal music activities are incorporated throughout the year.
  • Art Class: Students will attend art class once a week.  K3-2nd grade students’ study of art will encourage them to better see and appreciate God’s own artistic brilliance in His lavish creation.  Quality children’s literature will be used to teach various art elements such as shape, line, texture, color, value, form and space.  Students will put their learning in action by completing an art project each class day using a variety of media and hands-on learning.

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To be successful in this class:

Enjoying learning about God’s creation and His story. Continue developing social skills, pay attention in class, raise hand in class, obey the teacher/follow instructions, learn to work in groups, keep hands to oneself, and continue to learn how to study material.

Grades: 2nd Grade

Course Tuition and Enrollment Fees can be found HERE. If applicable, see below for additional course fees (supply, lab, textbook, etc.)

Prerequisites:

Must be 7 years old by September 1st

Sections Offered: 2nd Blue Jays: Tuesdays & Thursdays 2nd Red Cardinals: Tuesdays & Thursdays K3-2nd Music K3-2nd Grade Art

Required Materials

Textbook:

Parents may choose to purchase the The Story of the World, Volume 2 text and/or activity book to reinforce learning at home but this is completely optional. Parents must purchase the Student Pages. See links below.

Other Materials:

Each class has a supply list of required materials parents must purchase and send to class with their student. Find Supply Lists here.

2nd Blue Jays: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Meet Duda Riles

Education:

  • B.S. Psychology with minor in Human Development and Family Studies
  • Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy

Teaching experience: Accumulative 10 years of teaching experience

UHC courses taught:

Began teaching at UHC in 2023/2024 school year

Meet Brittany Bruce

Education: Bachelor’s in Elementary and Early Childhood Education

Teaching Experience:I taught fourth grade in a public school for two years and then taught Kindergarten at a private classical education school. I also taught online for VIPKID and tutored Elementary students in math and reading. I began teaching in 2016.

Homeschooling Experience: I have been homeschooling my children since 2023.

Certifications: Early Childhood, ESOL with VIPKID

UHC Courses Taught: 2nd Grade

Began teaching at UHC in 2024.

2nd Red Cardinals: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Meet Brittany Bruce

Education: Bachelor’s in Elementary and Early Childhood Education

Teaching Experience:I taught fourth grade in a public school for two years and then taught Kindergarten at a private classical education school. I also taught online for VIPKID and tutored Elementary students in math and reading. I began teaching in 2016.

Homeschooling Experience: I have been homeschooling my children since 2023.

Certifications: Early Childhood, ESOL with VIPKID

UHC Courses Taught: 2nd Grade

Began teaching at UHC in 2024.

Meet Duda Riles

Education:

  • B.S. Psychology with minor in Human Development and Family Studies
  • Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy

Teaching experience: Accumulative 10 years of teaching experience

UHC courses taught:

Began teaching at UHC in 2023/2024 school year

K3-2nd Music

K3-2nd Grade Art

Meet Stephanie Davis

Education: GED

Teaching Experience: UHC Substitute Teacher 2024- 2025

Homeschooling Experience: Started homeschooling in 2019

UHC Courses Taught: K3

Began teaching at UHC in 2025.