Overview

Yes, grammar CAN be fun! Using standard English in speech and writing, this interactive course will review how to write a good sentence with correct punctuation. Students will practice using commas, quotation marks, and synonyms and have some fun learning a little Latin and Greek! A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades 4th and 5th, but all students are welcome. 

Course Time

Wednesdays at 9:00am

3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/23

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document. 

Overview

Did you know that storytelling is one of humanity's oldest and most captivating art forms?  It has woven the fabric of cultures, shaped societies, and preserved histories for millennia. Dive into the vibrant world of storytelling and creative writing in this engaging and interactive course designed to spark your imagination and hone your writing skills. Whether you are a budding author or a seasoned storyteller, this class will guide you through the essential elements of creative writing, allowing your unique voice to shine. Topics include the elements of creative writing, character development, sensory detail, figurative language, and more! A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades 6-12, but all students are welcome.

Course Time

Wednesday, 9am

Mar. 19, Mar. 26, Apr. 2, Apr. 9, Apr. 23

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document. 

Overview

Using Google Earth, students will be taking virtual field trips to explore natural landscapes and phenomena around the world that have been affected by human activity. Students will utilize skills in inquiry and critical thinking skills to answer questions, and identify problems that currently exist as well as future problems. They will also have the opportunity to brainstorm solutions to these problems.  A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades 6-12, but all students are welcome.

Course Time

Thursday @ 9:00 am

03/20/2025, 03/27/2025, 04/03/2025, 04/10/2025, 04/24/2025

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document. 

Overview

Utilizing the writing process, students will learn how to write an informational writing piece.  Topics covered: the basic outline of an informative essay, choosing a topic to write about, researching your topic using credible sources, writing a clear introduction that hooks the reader, including factual information that flows well and provides examples to support topics stated in the introduction, writing a solid conclusion that helps summarize the topic for the reader.  An opportunity for a work sample will be provided. This course is designed for 5th grade, but all are welcome to attend. 

This course is designed for 5th graders, but all are welcome to attend. A work sample opportunity will be provided.

Note: each week builds upon the last week’s skills so it is ideal to attend all classes.  

Course Time

Thursdays at 9:00am

 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/24

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document.

Overview

Students will learn how to write an informational writing piece based on Gold Rush articles provided.  Topics covered: the basic outline of an informative essay, how to take notes from a text and cite your source, writing a clear introduction that hooks the reader, and providing examples to support topics stated in the introduction with a solid conclusion. An opportunity for a work sample will be provided. This course is designed for 4th grade, but all are welcome to attend. 

Note: Each week builds upon the last week’s skills so it is ideal to attend all classes. 

Note: each week builds upon the last week’s skills so it is ideal to attend all classes.  

Course Time

Thursdays at 9:00am

 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/24

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document. 

Overview

Writing to inform- Students will learn how to write an informational writing piece with their audience in mind.  Topics covered: the basic outline of an informative essay, how to choose a topic, researching your topic, writing a clear introduction that hooks the reader, including facts and details that group related information together followed by a solid conclusion. An opportunity for a work sample will be provided. This course is designed for 3rd  grade, but all are welcome to attend. 

Note: each week builds upon the last week’s skills so it is ideal to attend all classes.  

Course Time

Thursdays at 9:00am

 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/24

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document. 

Overview

Students will explore force, motion, pushes, and pulls. They will get to experience all of these forces firsthand and create a science journal as they explore fabulous force and motion!

A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades K - 1, but all students are welcome.

Course Time

Thursday, 11:00AM

March 20, March 27, April 3, April 10, April 24

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document. 

Overview

Students will explore the characteristics of water through fun hands-on experiments and interactive ways to remember the science language!

 A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades 2 - 3, but all students are welcome.

Course Time

Thursday, 11:00 AM

March 20, March 27, April 3, April 10, April 24

Course Syllabus & Materials 

Once your student is registered, you will be emailed a registration confirmation that includes the Course Syllabus & Materials document.  It will include the Zoom link, state standards, expectations, and the materials that your student should have ready for class each week.  After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document.