Language, Humanities and Arts Classes
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Fashion Design, Ages 8-10
Students walk through the steps of designing their own fashion line. They will start with an inspiration board and understanding their target customer. They will decide on the color palette and fabric mix of their collection. Students learn how the body moves and how to use the 9-head croquis to start sketching ideas. Students will [...] -
Film-Making, Ages 9-12
Do you want to have a blast making a movie? You don’t have to be an actor to star in these movies that you make from “Action” to “That’s a wrap.” We’ll guide you through the Hollywood process as you brainstorm, script, location scout, bring in props and costumes, act and direct in a collaborative [...] -
Leadership – Negotiation – Persuasion, Ages 11-14
Step into the world of leadership and learn the art of negotiation and persuasion in this interactive and hands-on course. Drawing inspiration from influential books like Getting to Yes and How to Win Friends and Influence People, this class equips students with practical tools to build relationships, resolve conflicts, and achieve their goals. Through engaging [...] -
Mock Trial – The Criminal Justice System, Ages 11-14
Students will be learning about the United States legal system through real-life and fictional scenarios. Students will delve into the fundamental aspects of a courtroom such as: the basic structure of a courtroom, the function of different roles (judge, jury, defense, prosecutor), and the common procedures and language used in a courtroom environment. Students will [...] -
Model UN and Current Events, Ages 11-14
Step into the shoes of a diplomat and explore the exciting world of international relations in this engaging Model UN and Current Events class. Designed for curious minds, this course combines the art of debate, critical thinking, and global awareness. Students will learn how the United Nations works, dive into pressing global issues, and practice [...] -
Murder Mystery Creation, Ages 10-13
Students explore the literary genre of mystery fiction. To get the blood flowing, students will participate in two murder mystery games where they will role-play characters and attempt to figure out who murdered the victim and how it was done. Then, students will analyze three short mysteries. Finally, students plan their own mystery incorporating the [...] -
Music Video Creation, Ages 11-14
Lights, camera, action! In this exciting hands-on class, kids will learn how to bring their favorite songs to life through the art of music video creation. From brainstorming ideas to filming and editing, students will explore the creative process of storytelling, cinematography, and post-production while expressing their unique creativity.
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Podcasting and Finding Your Voice, Ages 11-14
Step up to the mic and let your voice be heard! In this exciting podcasting class, students will learn how to craft compelling stories, build confidence, and share their unique perspectives with the world. Inspired by The Moth and its lessons on storytelling, this class focuses on discovering your voice, connecting with an audience, and [...] -
Pokemon-Go-Style Games, Ages 8-11
Each week the children play a series of team work challenges that, upon completion, allow them to collect pokemon figurines. Each game requires the children to work together (like in a Pokemon gym) to win the activity first and collect different designed pokemon characters that give the team extra “powers” to succeed in the next challenge. At the end, they may even have a “Pokewar” with their characters.
