Enrichment Classes for Gifted and Talented Elementary Students
Reading Comprehension
Engage in discussion and activities that strengthen your critical thinking and reading comprehension skills. Through short stories, articles, writing exercises and discussion, we'll explore how authors convey deeper meaning for greater understanding. Preparatory work and homework provided. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Grades 4 - 5. Limit 8. Instructor: Robin Russell
Reading Comprehension: Non-Fiction
August 12 - 16
7pm PST
$250
Reading Comprehension: Fiction
August 19 - 23
6pm PST
$250
Essay Writing
Read sample essays and identify effective/ineffective elements. Explore editorials, personal narratives and persuasive rhetorical devices. Formulate a claim and write essays using details and textual evidence to substantiate your ideas. Receive feedback and revise your essays. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Grades 4 - 5. Limit 8. Instructor: Robin Russell
August 5 - 9
7pm PST
$250
“Ms. Russell is always full of energy, she gives fantastic, personalized feedback to help everyone build on their talents, and we always learn in a fun and engaging way. I’ve grown tremendously in this class, and I’d highly recommend it to all students who want to improve their writing skills.”
Passionate Writers
Engage in activities that hone your skills and foster your love of writing as storytelling. Areas of focus are Sentence Fluency and Word Choice with the goal of cultivating descriptive language, specifically in employing similes, metaphors and other literary devices. Optional homework activities are provided. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8. Instructor: Robin Russell
Passionate Writers (Grades 4 - 5)
July 15 - 19
6pm PST
$250
Passionate Writers (Grades 2 - 3)
July 22 - 26
7pm PST
$250
Passionate Writers (Grades 4 - 5)
July 29 - August 2
7pm PST
$250
Passionate Writers (Grades 4 - 5)
August 5 - 9
10am PST
$250
Writing Clinics
Participate in guided writing exercises with a focus on syntax, vocabulary and grammar. Both creative and essay prompts are presented. Individualized feedback is provided in real time. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Grades 4-5. Limit 8. Instructor: Robin Russell
August 12 - 16
10am PST
$250
“Going to Mrs. Russell’s class is like immersing yourself in a new world where anything can happen! It’s full of life, magic, and laughter. By the end, you’ll be creating your own unique world that you never want to leave.”
Public Speaking Salons
Being comfortable in front of an audience and able to express your ideas concisely are valuable skills to possess. Being able to capture the undivided attention of your audience and keep them in the palm of your hand as you rally them to action are skills that can transform both the audience and the speaker. Learn how to project your voice, gesticulate effectively, end your sentences definitively and engage your audience. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8. Instructor: Robin Russell
Public Speaking Salons (Grades 4 - 5)
August 5 - 9
6pm PST
$250
Public Speaking Salons (Grades 2 - 3)
August 19 - 23
7pm PST
$250
Vocabulary Institute
Aristophanes said, "By words, the mind is excited and the spirit elated." Join this deep-dive into the world of words for the purpose of expanding your written and verbal vernacular. Preparatory work provided. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Grades 4 - 6. Limit 8. Instructor: Robin Russell
August 12 - 16
6pm PST
$250
“Your support as an instructor, cheerleader, and coach has been a part of a successful journey for my children. They really enjoyed the environment, classmates, and of course, your expertise.”
Summer 2024 Registration
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