Earth Science

This BJU Press Earth Science course introduces 7th and 8th grade students to the world from the ground up - students will study the foundations of the earth (including itsstructures, land features, earthquakes, and other natural phenomena), as well as the surface of the earth and types of rocks and soils, oceans and bodies of water, the atmosphere, and space science. Each chapter opens with a story that highlights issues and developments in earth science from the perspective of a biblical worldview. Homework will involve reading, completing review worksheets, taking tests, and occasionally preparing a project to share with the class. Each week we will solidify the material through discussion, activities, and labs. Come learn with us!

REQUIREMENTS

Required Texts:
BJU Press Earth Science Student Text (5th Edition)
BJU Press Earth Science Grade 8 Student Lab Manual (Fifth Edition)
BJU Press Earth Science Grade 8 Test Pack (Fifth Edition)

Copy/Supply Fee: TBD (paid directly to Melissa Futrell at Orientation or first class attended)

Tuition: $405 ($40.50/month for 10 months, August-May)

(2025-2026)

ABOUT THE TEACHER

Melissa Futrell

AD in Nursing -RN (Pediatrics, NICU)

Melissa Futrell was born and raised in South Carolina. She holds an associate degree in nursing from Gardner-Webb University, where she met her husband, Derek, who is the Senior Pastor at Parkway Baptist Church. They have lived in Virginia since 2002. Melissa and Derek have five children (21, 20, 18, 15, and 14 years old) whom they have homeschooled since 2009. Melissa and her family have been a part of Classical Conversations for many years, where she has previously tutored Foundations, and currently tutors Essentials. Melissa is not currently working as a Registered Nurse but enjoys homeschooling, baking cakes for her kids, and serving in ministry alongside her husband Derek, and is excited to be a part of Bridge Academy.