Language Arts:

Social Studies:

This course will explore topics of social studies as student interests emerge to encourage analysis, critical thinking, communication and cooperation. This course can be taken in a group or individually.

Science:

This course will focus on a general study of various science topics and investigations with a strong focus on hands-on experiments and observations. This course can be taken in a group or individually.

Math:

Electives

Art:

Art and Our Garden:

Explore art while helping turn our Community Garden into an artistic work of wonder!  Combining sketching, painting and ceramics (clay) with planning, observing, planting and harvesting from our garden.

Calligraphy and Handwriting:

Creative Play:

This class uses drama, improvisation, music, dance and art as ways for students to practice communication skills, express themselves creatively and collaborate with their peers.

Creative Problem Solving:

Creative Writing:

An opportunity to dive deeper into all kinds of playful writing.  Fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and journal writing will be included.  Students will have access to keyboards.  We will also publish and illustrate our pieces to share with others, based on each student’s interest and comfort level.

Dance Party:

Debate:

Step into the world of persuasive conversation and critical thinking. In this class, students will practice public speaking through debates. They will learn about logic, arguments and opinions, persuasive writing, debate structure, reasoning, cross-examination, closings, rebuttal techniques and various persuasion styles. Students can expect to enjoy a lot of practice debates.

Drama:

Emerging Entrepreneurs:

Calling all future CEO’s and creative problem solvers! In this class, students will learn the process of business building by developing their own business ideas and building their own pretend* business. They’ll brainstorm ideas, conduct market research, and learn to solve potential problems with products, services, or different ways of thinking. We’ll focus on leadership through stepping into the role of a CEO. *If a student comes up with an idea they want to pursue, it will be a conversation with parents if that becomes reality!

Fun with Architecture:

Step into the captivating world of architecture with this group course. Students will examine different periods of architecture, the basic design elements of architecture, and the relationship between history, architecture, and culture.

LEGO Classic Design:

Discover new adventures using LEGO in this broad based LEGO building class. Learn new building skills and techniques as we explore Architectural and US History, Art History, World Cultures, Science and Space, and our favorite worlds of Harry Potter, Minecraft, Star Wars, Pokemon, and Superheroes!

LEGO Engineering:

Journey into the world of Lego Engineering! Students will explore the basics of engineering by utilizing the Lego Engineering for Education kits and working with a Lego master.

LEGO Stop Motion Movie Making:

Lights! Camera! Lego action! Students will work on their own stop motion films utilizing Lego characters and builds for their sets. Storytelling and film making techniques will be explored.

MakerSpace:

Stretch your innovation and creativity skills in this exciting and dynamic course. During this class students will be provided a general theme or idea and a set of supplies. They will then be given the time to let their imaginations and creativity take off. Guidance and materials provided for students to create individually or on a group project.

Math and Logic Games:

This class focuses on game play and logic to deepen the student’s number sense and to increase their social-emotional, and higher-order thinking skills. It uses a mix of independent and collaborative games.

Puppetry:

Imaginations will come to life as students grow their creative skills by creating their own puppets and putting on shows that are both known stories and original works

American Sign Language:

This course introduces the culture of the deaf, including beginning-level vocabulary and some sign language conversations.

Spanish:

In this course we will begin to learn the basic grammar of the language, verb conjugations, and pronunciation. The emphasis is on reading in Spanish, vocabulary, culture, music, and geography.

Spanish and Art:

Students will learn Spanish while enjoying drawing, painting, and crafting. Vocabulary and conversation will be integrated into everything we do.

STEAM:

This course is designed to be a student-driven, project-based experience.  Throughout the year, students will participate in a number of projects, experiments and experiences related to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).

Tabletop RPGs (Role Playing Games):

This course is designed to introduce the exciting world of collaborative storytelling, problem-solving, and imagination through the medium of tabletop RPGs. Throughout this course, young adventurers will embark on epic quests, create memorable characters, and develop essential social and cognitive skills in a fun and supportive environment. During each session, participants will learn the fundamental concepts of RPG gameplay, including character creation, world-building, and interactive storytelling.

Ukulele Band:

Learn to play ukulele with a small group of students. Have fun learning simple tunes and chord structures, strumming and rhythm patterns. We will enjoy periodic informal performances, inviting sing-alongs during activity periods and for special occasions. Each student will need to provide their own “real” ukulele.  Beginning level and beyond are welcome. Beginners are encouraged to also practice at home.

Virtual Traveling:

Do you love traveling? Are there places you’d like to go, but can’t right now? In this class, students will choose places they want to go and plan trips around the world. They’ll learn the basics of travel planning while diving into the culture and geography of their chosen destinations. We’ll also explore the impact of travel on people and the environment.

Wildschool:

This class will explore nature with hands-on activities, games, and videos. Students will enhance their appreciation for nature and their observational skills. Students are encouraged to share and bring to class things they find in nature.

Yoga:

Students learn the principles of yoga, including breathing, relaxation, stretching, and mindfulness.

Daily Classes

PE:

The goals of this course are to be healthy, to learn to play well with others, to prime the brain to learn more effectively in class, and to ensure that they enjoy the experience so they choose to be active more often. Students will learn the skills and rules for many games and sports so they can play them with their friends.

Activity Period:

The activity room is both a social venue and a vital classroom. It is here that students play, develop friendships, grow social skills, and learn skills and strategies for life. Students may engage in a variety of activities here during their activity period. The goals are to create a space that promotes positive socialization and connections between students, allows students freedom to choose how they use their time, and provides their brains some respite in preparation for their next class.

Lunch and Recess:

This group time is an hour in length and provides time for students to eat lunch, go outside, and socialize with peers. This is their time to choose what they would like to do and with whom they would like to spend time.