PNW Home Science Academy

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About

PNW Home Science Academy offers rigorous, lab-based science classes for homeschooling families, blending real experiments, clear instruction, and small groups just south of Snohomish, WA.

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Classes

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Weekly lab courses in biology, chemistry, forensics, or physics designed for homeschool schedules, complete with experiments, notes, and aligned high-school credit.

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Elementary discovery labs build curiosity with safe, guided experiments, nature study, and projects that connect science concepts to everyday Pacific Northwest life.

Why I Teach

I am a certified science teacher and a veteran homeschooler who knows how to teach a variety of ages and learning styles easily. I believe all learners benefit from a hands-on learning experience and seek to offer classes that teach science concepts and content using as many hands-on opportunities as possible. Critical thinking and analysis is incorporated into these experiences to get students thinking like a scientist.

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Upcoming Classes 2026-27

High School Biology

Mondays 10:15-12:00

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Middle School Physical Science

Mondays 2:00-3:15

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Elementary Chemistry

Grades 3-5

Mondays 12:45-1:45

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High School Biology

Wednesdays 1:00-2:45

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Middle School Chemistry

Wednesdays 11:15-12:30

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Elementary Physics

Grades 3-5

Wednesdays 10:00-11:00

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Tuition

Elementary

$10 for registration

$160 per 10‑week lab session, includes all materials and supplies

Middle School

$10 for registration

Nonrefundable supply fee of $50 per semester. Includes all supplies.

Tuition:

$40 per month per student

Semester: $160

Full Year: $320

High School

$10 for registration

Nonrefundable supply fee of $130 per student for the year.

Tuition:

$50 per month per student; $400 full year

2026–27 Class Registration

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Our son liked science before he started taking science with Mrs. Fosler, now he loves it! Each week he comes home excited to tell us what they learned, what their lab was and what their homework is. He even looks forward to his homework because she makes it so engaging. Mrs. Fosler has created a welcoming and supportive space that helps foster a love for learning. We highly recommend her classes to anyone looking for an engaging, challenging, learner focused environment. We are already looking forward to next school year!

I m so glad my teen was able to have this opportunity to build his high school Sciences with lab experience. My son thoroughly enjoyed class. The teacher is really great and understanding. Looking forward to future classes.

The small class size and real equipment gave my middle schooler confidence to tackle experiments we could never manage in our kitchen.

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