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Second Semester Academic Enrichment Class- 2nd/3rd and 4th/5th/6th Grades for Literacy Launch K-2nd Grades
There are now three different options. State vaccination regulations apply. Funds are removed from curriculum first, and then enrichments. Work samples will be sent home.
The first two programs utilize student's funds to add a day of on campus instructional time for families who are desiring more higher level academic instruction from credentialed teachers with more advanced projects and more time with other students. We have a nine student minimum. Classes would be broken up into two multi-age groups of 2nd and 3rd grade (Wednesday Class) and 4th/5th/6th grade (Tuesday Class). Students at the lower grade level (2nd and 4th grades) should be reading and writing at grade level to be able to have success at the multiage learning model. The third class, Literacy Launch, has a focus that is perfect for emerging readers. (Wednesdays from 9am - 12pm).
2/3 Academic Enrichment: (Wednesdays from 9am - 12pm):
This Academic Enrichment Class is designed to challenge and engage students through hands-on learning experiences. Students will work to expand their writing abilities through creative writing projects that really focus on organization and detail. They will build stronger math skills by working on problem solving skills through group activities and games. We will also be exploring at least one or two novels and discussing themes, characters, and vocabulary to help develop their critical thinking skills.
4-6 Academic Enrichment: (Tuesdays from 9am - 12pm):
This one day per week class focuses on Project Based Learning units. The students work on projects that incorporate English Language Arts, Mathematics, Art, Technology, and Science or Social Studies into a cohesive project and/or presentation. This semester students will complete two projects: Ocean Explorers and National Parks Traveler. The Ocean Explorer project will dive into the science of ocean ecosystems, the history of ocean conservation, and the students will research an endangered species. The National Parks Traveler project will include history of our National Parks, research of a chosen national park, and the students will create a very detailed plan and budget for a proposed vacation to their chosen park.
K- 2 Literacy Launch (Wednesdays from 9am - 12pm):
Join our Arete astronaut team this semester as we continue to explore the alphabet and immerse ourselves in literacy learning! We will do fun and engaging read-alouds, book studies, spelling, phonics, penmanship practice, and writing surrounding these explorations. We will also incorporate art and some hands-on activities as part of our literacy adventures. Our goal will be to strengthen reading and writing skills in a fun and thematic way! Note: This class will be appropriate for kindergartners who are beginning to read through 2nd graders who are not yet fluent readers. Kinder students should know all letter names and the majority of sounds, demonstrate an interest in reading basic words, and be comfortable with writing/formation of all letters.
By completing this form, families are committing for one semester from 9am-12pm, for a total of $285 out of Curriculum/Enrichment Funds (Yes, that breaks down to $5 an hour for high quality instruction). Tuesday classes will run from January 6 - May 19 (No Class March 31), and Wednesday classes will run from January 7- May 20 (No Class April 1). All students should come prepared with a water bottle and a healthy snack that does not contain nuts.
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