Enrichment Classes for Gifted and Talented Students
Elementary
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.
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. Formulate a claim and write essays using 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.
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.
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
$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.”
Summer 2024 Registration
Public Speaking
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
Public Speaking Salons (Grades 4 - 5)
August 5 - 9
6pm PST
$250
Public Speaking Salons (Grades 2 - 3)
August 19 - 23
7pm 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.”
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 - 5. Limit 8.
August 12 - 16
6pm PST
$250
Middle School
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. Limit 8.
Reading Comprehension: Non-Fiction
August 5 - 9
1pm PST
$250
Reading Comprehension: Fiction
August 12 - 16
2pm PST
$250
Essay Writing
Read sample essays and identify effective/ineffective elements. Formulate a claim and write essays using textual evidence to substantiate your ideas. Receive feedback and revise your essays. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8.
July 29 - August 2
6pm PST
$250
“You gave very nice feedback and were very encouraging. I also liked how you gave us examples and made sure the classroom was relaxed.”
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. Limit 8.
August 5 - 9
2pm 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. Limit 8.
Writing Clinic (Grammar Focus)
July 15 - 19
2pm PST
$250
Writing Clinic
July 22 - 26
1pm PST
$250
Writing Clinic
August 12 - 16
1pm PST
$250
Public Speaking
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
Public Speaking Salons (Informative)
July 15 - 19
7pm PST
$250
Public Speaking Salons (Persuasive)
July 22 - 26
2pm PST
$250
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.
July 29 - August 2
2pm PST
$250
August 19 - 23
2pm PST
$250
High School
Public Speaking
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
August 19 - 23
1pm PST
$250
“Your classes have helped me improve greatly on how I speak my views on or talk about certain topics. You have exposed me to persuasive speeches and expository speeches, and have helped me succeed in giving both.”
Essay Writing
Read sample essays and identify effective/ineffective elements. Formulate a claim and write essays using textual evidence to substantiate your ideas. Receive feedback and revise your essays. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8.
July 15 - 19
1pm PST
$250