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Social Studies - Upper - Land of the Free, Home of the Brave (S5)
with Jenna Boolen
Overview
Who were the brave people who helped start our independent country and what freedoms were they seeking? Come join us as we learn about the American Revolution, what caused it, why it was fought and who were the important players in the founding of the USA, the land of the free and the home of the brave. A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades 4/5, but all students are welcome.
Course Time
Monday 9:00 am
Feb. 3, Feb. 10, March 3, March 10
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.
Math - Upper - A Fraction Ahead (S5)
with Linda Matuk
Overview
Students will learn how to use models when multiplying fractions. Students will also learn how to add and subtract mixed numbers with like and unlike denominators and also compare two fractions with different numerators and denominators. Each week we will focus on a different topic as well as review concepts covered the week prior. Recommended for grades 4-5, but all students are welcome.
Course Time
Tuesday at 11 AM
2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11
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.
Language Arts - Upper - Fantastic Fables and Fiction! (S5)
with Grace Lim
Overview
Join us in Exploring Fiction/Literature! This course is all about fiction. Help your child build on their reading skills by making inferences and understanding figurative language in Fables and other fun stories! Students conclude the course with some tips for writing their own fable.
Recommended for grades 4 and 5, but all students are welcome.
Course Time Wednesdays at 9am
Course dates 02/05, 02/12, 02/26, 03/05, 03/12
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.
Writer's Club - 5th - Persuasiave Writing (S5)
with Rebekah Walker
Overview
After reading and reflecting on an informative text, can you answer an opinion writing prompt? Write your opinion in an organized way that clearly states your topic and groups related ideas together, using facts and details from the text, that support your opinion. This course will further develop and provide opportunities to practice using the writing process: choosing a topic, making a plan, writing a draft, revising, and editing. A work sample opportunity will be provided.
Recommended for grades 4 but all students are welcome.
Course Time Thursdays at 9 am
Dates: 2/06, 2/13, 2/27, 3/06, 3/13
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.
Writer's Corner - 4th - Opinion Writing (S5)
with Melissa Salazar
Overview
After reading and reflecting on an informative text, can you answer an opinion writing prompt? Write your opinion in an organized way that clearly states your topic and groups related ideas together, using facts and details from the text, that support your opinion. This course will further develop and provide opportunities to practice using the writing process: choosing a topic, making a plan, writing a draft, revising, and editing. A work sample opportunity will be provided.
Recommended for grades 4 but all students are welcome.
Course Time Thursdays at 9 am
Dates: 2/06, 2/13, 2/27, 3/06, 3/13
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.
Science - Upper - Energy on the Move (S5)
with Deborah Reichert
Students will learn how energy transfers from one object to another. They will learn about and put together circuits. Each week includes a hands-on learning project!
A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades 4-5, but all students are welcome.
Course Time
Thursday, 11:00 AM
02/06, 02/13, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13
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.
Enrichment - Upper - Art - It’s Elemental! (S5)
with Sara Mason
Overview
Calling all young artists! Join us for a fun and creative journey as we explore the five magical elements of art: color, line, shape, form, and texture. Each week, we’ll dive into one of these elements, discovering how they bring art to life. We’ll create amazing projects that let your imagination shine. Get ready to have fun, get messy, and make art that’s truly elemental!
Course Time
Fridays at 9:00 am
Feb. 7, Feb. 14, Feb. 28, March 7, March 14
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 for each week. After the class concludes, the slide presentations will be added to this document.
For more information or to browse other Elevate courses, visit the PCA Elevate Learning Labs website.
Social Studies - Upper - Rock Stars of the Revolution (S6)
with Rebecca Cosley
Overview
Students will learn about the brave people who helped begin our independent country and the freedoms they were seeking. Come join us as we learn about the American Revolution and who were the important players in the founding of the United States of America. A work sample opportunity will be provided. Recommended for grades 4-5, but all students are welcome.
Course Time
Monday, 9:00 am
March 17, March 24, March 31, April 7, April 21
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.