HOMESCHOOL EDUCATION
Providing parents the resources to succeed in their homeschool journey.
About Shine Bright Academy
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Our History
Since 2009, Nicole Harlow at Shine Bright Learning has been providing individualized learning opportunities for students of all ages and abilities. In 2024, with the increase in homeschooling as a result of the pandemic, services were expanded to provide quality educational opportunities for homeschooling families, creating Shine Bright Academy.
Meet the teacher
Nicole Harlow
I have an extensive background in education with 13 years experience working one-on-one with students of all ages and abilities. I hold a BA in Education and four AAs in arts and sciences. To learn more about my expertise, visit my resume website!
Summer 2024 Class Offerings
Waldorf-Inspired Geometric Art
Suggested Grades 6-12
June 7th- August 9th, Fridays 9:00am-9:45am
$100/course
Using tools such as a compass, straightedge, and protractor, students will create art that is deeply rooted in the fundamentals of math.
To Register, Email harlowteach@gmail.com
Classes will be held at
Jubilate Academy
3976 Durock Road, suite 101
Shingle Springs, CA
Algebra Prep
Suggested Grades 6-8
June 7th- August 9th, Fridays 10:00am-11:00am
$100/course
This class will review topics necessary for success in Pre-Algebra & Algebra:
- Fractions
- Decimals
- Percents
- Exponents
- Roots
- Order of Operations
- Solving Equations
To Register, Email harlowteach@gmail.com
Classes will be held at
Jubilate Academy
3976 Durock Road, suite 101
Shingle Springs, CA
Math Crafts
Suggested Grades 1-3
June 7th- August 9th, Fridays 11:15am-12:00pm
$100/course
Students will enjoy making crafts while also reinforcing math concepts such as fractions, skip counting, multiplication, and geometric shapes.
To Register, Email harlowteach@gmail.com
Classes will be held at
Jubilate Academy
3976 Durock Road, suite 101
Shingle Springs, CA
Math Games
Suggested Grades 1-5
June 7th- August 9th, Fridays 12:30pm-1:15pm
$100/course
Each week students will get the chance to play games with their peers that focus on math concepts. Games might involve physical activity or using manipulatives such as dominoes.
To Register, Email harlowteach@gmail.com
Classes will be held at
Jubilate Academy
3976 Durock Road, suite 101
Shingle Springs, CA
Mental Math
Suggested Grades 3-8
June 7th- August 9th, Fridays 1:30pm-2:15pm
$100/course
This course will teach students how to successfully compute large number operations without using a calculator, or pencil and paper.
To Register, Email harlowteach@gmail.com
Classes will be held at
Jubilate Academy
3976 Durock Road, suite 101
Shingle Springs, CA
Career Exploration
Suggested Grades 10-12
July 12-August 9th, Fridays 2:30pm- 3:30pm
$50/course
Students will have the chance to explore different career options and research various jobs in the field of their interest. They will also be exposed to jobs they might not have thought existed.
To Register, Email harlowteach@gmail.com
Classes will be held at
Jubilate Academy
3976 Durock Road, suite 101
Shingle Springs, CA
Mathematics
Suggested Grade 9-11
Suggested Age 13-16
In Geometry, students will learn a more visual branch of mathematics. The year will start by identifying the geometry in nature and art, and taking the time to define geometry as well as the reasoning strategies that are the foundation to geometric theorems and conjectures. The class will then transition into Euclidean geometry, which includes fundamental concepts such as points, lines, planes, and angles. We will continue into two-dimension geometry (and discrete geometry) as we learn about triangles, polygons, and circles, as well as their properties and applications with area. At the end of the year, two-dimensional concepts will guide the pathway to explore three-dimensional geometry. If time permits, we will introduce trigonometric concepts. Throughout the course, students will use geometry tools, such as protractors, compasses, and straightedges to construct geometric figures.
Suggested Grade 10-12
Suggested Age 14-18
Algebra 2 focuses on graphing, interpreting, and transforming functions, including linear functions, absolute value functions, quadratic functions, polynomial functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, rational functions, and trigonometric functions. It also includes solving quadratic equations, complex numbers, factoring polynomials, and evaluating sequences and series.
Financial Application is a substantive modeling course for all students that teaches and uses advanced algebra in the content areas of discretionary spending, banking, credit, auto and home ownership, employment, taxes, investments, entrepreneurship, retirement, & budgeting. The program draws upon selected topics from Advanced Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, Statistics and Probability
Suggested Grade 11-12
Suggested Age 16-18
Pre-Calculus combines the topics of Algebra and Geometry to extend students understanding of the concepts in preparation of a high school or college level Calculus class. Topics include understanding algebraic functions, polynomial functions, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions. Students will also study applications of trigonometry and trigonometric identities/equations. Students will examine more advanced systems of equations and utilize matrices in solving. In addition to content mastery, the course goals are to further develop students’ problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Electives
Suggested Grade 8-10
Suggested Age 13-16
World Geography is an introductory social studies course that examines the relationships between humans, places, and environments. This course is ideal for students who have no prior experience studying detailed geography.
Students will learn about the physical geography of the Earth, including natural processes and patterns that shape the natural environment. Students will also examine the history of human geography as they study the change in populations, cultures, and economies. Students will then analyze the effects of humans on the environment in integrated geography.
As part of the course, students will create a resource book, detailing all the major concepts learned throughout the year. These student-made portfolios will allow the students to embrace the material while exercising their creativity.