2025 Fall Classes

• AP Physics C Mechanics & F=MA for High School

  09/19 to 12/12  12 Classes Friday 5:00pm-6:30pm $465/term No classes on Nov. 28Location: Online11

  Course Description

  This is a fast paced refresher for F=ma.  

  Prerequisite: 
  1. Algebra-1 and 2 
  2. Basic understanding of graph based techniques for solving area under curve
  3. F=ma, formally does not require calculus so advanced algebra is technically all you need. 

  Textbooks:
  1. Customized teaching material in class
  2. 5th edition of Halliday, Resnick, and Krane’s Physics Volume 1
  3. Morin’s Problems and Solutions in Introductory Mechanics
  4. Past years of F=MA exams

  Note: The PDF file of the textbook will be loaded to the class page before the term starts.

  Reference Information:

  Game plan: There is only one way to do physics which is the fun way. Yet, this is a very short course so I will cover the core concepts and a few simple ways to boost your score and get close to cut-off (about 17). F=ma is an easy exam but it focuses on really learning the material (over a long period and mastering the concepts) and having a ‘cool’ attitude to problem solving. Problems are made to avoid deep use of calculations and calculus. The next level is USAPHO directly and you need to score about only 30%  problems there to get the coveted medal level.

  Instructor: Emilia G.
  
  

2025 Summer Classes

• Stem Physics

  07/08 to 08/14  12 Classes Tuesday,Thursday 9:00am-10:25am $465/term Location: Online11

  Course Description

  Course Objective: This is the stem Physics class for rising high school students who want to learn stem Physics ahead. We will finish the first 3 units in the book. Students who finish this course will be prepared to take the stem Physics class with ease in their high school.

  The course content will focus on Introduction to Vectors, Equilibrium/Linear Motion, Newton's Laws of Motion, Momentum and Energy, Circular Motion, and Universal Gravity.

  The class is based on an interactive lecture, supplemented with simulations, and problem solving.

  Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or AGS 1

  Text Books: (Free rental from Sunshine library)

  

  The PDF file of the textbook will be loaded to the class page before the term starts.

  Instructor: Emilia G.
  
  

• Honor/AP Physics 1

  07/08 to 08/14  12 Classes Tuesday,Thursday 10:35am-12:00pm $465/term Location: Online11

  Course Description

  This is a new class to teach AP Physics 1 Mechanics in Winter/Spring term. Ap Physics 1 Mechanics is a good fundation before AP Physics C. Students usaully feel hard to take the AP Physics C class at School since they don't have chance to learn AP Physcis 1. Students who finish AP Physics 1 Mechanics will be very well prepared to start AP Physics C in Summer or next school year.

  Prerequisite: Algebra I/Basic Trigonometry or Algebra II 

  This class is designed to support 8-10th graders to learn to advance or support their school learning by making up gaps. It seeks to broaden students' horizons on a wide range of physics topics. Physics relies heavily on theories and experimentations that are highly quantitative to support conclusions.

  Accordingly, foundational knowledge of algebra is required to succeed in this course. For example, students will be required to find the slope and area under graphs. In addition to that, students should have a good handle on basic trigonometrical functions. In this course, students will learn about Mechanics, States of Matter, Waves and light, Electricity and magnetism and Modern physics.  Furthermore, students will be expected to construct and judge the validity of a logical argument, demonstrate effective oral and listening skills, use technology in a responsible manner.

  Textbook:
  Physics: Principles with Applications by Giancoli (AP Physics 1+2, Algebra based)

   

  Note: The PDF file of the textbook will be loaded to the class page before the term starts.

   

  Instructor: Emilia G.