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  • Code Critters

    Let’s meet INDI! This class is entry level robot that is designed to introduce early learners to the fundamentals of computational thinking, STEAM, and computer science principles. INDI encourages open ended, imaginative play-based learning with real-life scenarios as leaners build custom mazes, solve puzzles, and drive. As students learn pattern recognition, creating and using algorithms, decomposition, and understanding abstractions, they will become better thinkers and problem solvers. Week Skills Lesson/Activity 1 Introduction to Indi Students will review how to use color tiles to program Indi's movements. They will experiment with different tile combinations to navigate simple mazes. 2 Intro to Indi Commands & Colors Indi the Car and the Magical Rainbow 3 Indi Car Adventures Create a simple path following directions. 4 Indi Car and his Reventure Explore turns and directions. 5 Indi Car at the Races Obstacle course transition challenge. 6 Mini City Race time! Directions will be provided for Mini City. 7 Identifying Patterns Introducing loops and identifying patterns and sequences. 8 Looping Patterns Map adventures looping patterns. 9 Patterns and Sequences Design your own maze 10 Where are you going? Showcase and reflection – A grand finale adventure!
  • Tennis with TGA Premier Sports

    Come serve it up with TGA Premier Youth Tennis! TGA’s curriculum includes games, drills and physical fitness activities that improve motor skills, agility, and hand-eye coordination. Every TGA class focuses on academic concepts developed by educational experts, the rules and etiquette of tennis and skill development. Our goal is to not only develop our student’s tennis skills, but to give children the building blocks for future achievement on the tennis court and in life. All equipment will be provided. Week Skill Lesson/Activity 1 Basic Tennis Concepts, Forehand Review class rules, basic tennis concepts, warm up exercises and learn how to hit forehand 2 Foot Work Warm up exercises, drills for foot work, continue practicing forehand 3 Foot Work (continuation) Warm up exercises, drills for foot work, continue practicing forehand 4 Backhand and Racket Control Warm up exercises, drills for foot work, racket control exercises, continue practicing forehand and start on how to hit backhand 5 Backhand and Racket Control (continuation) Warm up exercises, drills for foot work, racket control exercises, continue practicing forehand and start on how to hit backhand 6 Foot Work and Speed, Hand-eye Coordination Warm up exercises, drills for foot work and speed, hand-eye coordination games and exercises, continue practicing forehand and backhand 7 Hand-eye Coordination, Hitting volley Warm up exercises, drills for foot work and speed, hand-eye coordination games and exercises, continue practicing forehand and backhand, start learning how to hit volley 8 How to Serve Warm up exercises, drills for foot work and speed, hand-eye coordination games and exercises, continue practicing forehand, backhand and volleys, start on how to serve 9 How to Serve (continuation) Warm up exercises, drills for foot work and speed, hand-eye coordination games and exercises, continue practicing forehand, backhand and volleys, how to serve 10 Parent Showcase Parents will be invited to see all the skills that students learned during class.
  • Cooking & Baking 101

    Does your child LOVE to cook? Do you have a picky eater? This introductory level food literacy program teaches simple cooking techniques, food origins, seasonal recipes, and kitchen safety while having hands-on fun! Students gain self- confidence and priceless life skills while reinforcing core academics. Each session brings a different themed syllabus. This class can accommodate nut allergies. Instructors are professionally trained classroom educators, chefs, or nutritionists. We will accommodate nut allergies only. To learn more about the program, click on the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=XPx_jXM8ZjQ Week Recipe Lesson/Skills 1 Herby Green Smash Dip Knife safety skills, mashing 2 S’Mores Cookies Scoop and level, creaming 3 Green Spanakopita Triangles Mixing, shaping 4 Carrot Cake Muffins w/ Cream Cheese Glaze Scoop and level 5 Garden Frittata Egg cracking, skillet safety 6 Mixed Berry Lemon Bars Folding, scoop and level 7 Sushi Rolls w/ Zesty Edamame Knife skills 8 Student’s Choice/Showcase Presentation, serving
  • Crochet for Beginners

    In this beginner-friendly crochet class, students will learn how to turn yarn into amazing masterpieces Over the course, students will learn basic stitches, practice simple patterns, and complete projects that they will be proud of. Week Skills 1 Learning the art of Crochet (holding the crochet needle in one hand and holding the yarn in the other. 2 Crochet a chain stitch and or magic ring; along with learning how to crochet by crochet. 3 Repeat week 1 and 2. 4 Learning to crochet (students will be given a choice to select what they would like to crochet for their project. For example, a scarf, hat, critter, small blanket, pillow, mittens, and so on.) 5-9 Repeat of 1-4 10 Present crochet project to parents.
  • Drumline

    Drumline is an exciting course within the world of marching percussion where marching snares, tenors, and basses are the focus! This is a performance class where students learn the value of teamwork, rhythm, and count. All equipment will be provided during class. Week Skills Lesson/Activity 1 Counting and Constructing a Beat Students will learn the principals of counting and construct a beat that incorporates the hi-hats, snare drum, and bass drum. 2 Holding Drum Sticks Students will learn how to hold drum sticks properly and start playing on drum pads. 3 Playing Snare Drums and Drum Set Posture Students will learn the proper posture when playing the drums. 4 Counting Students will learn about counting and playing at the same time. 5 Singles and Doubles Students will learn singles and doubles and practice with a metronome. 6 Song Selection, Singles and Doubles (continuation) Students will select a song and practice the beats. 7 Practice for Recital, Singles and Doubles (continuation) Students will continue to practice for their recital performance. 8 Practice for Recital, Singles and Doubles (continuation) Students will continue to practice for their recital performance. 9 Practice for Recital Students will continue to practice for their recital performance. 10 Recital Day Parents will be invited to the last class to see their child’s performance.
  • Golf with TGA Premier Sports

    Our trained and verified coaches combine athletics, academics, and life lessons to create fun and engaging golf programs. We include sport skill development, rules, and etiquette lessons, physical activity, and a STEAM component that examines the concepts through the lens of the sport. All equipment is provided. Week Skill Lesson/Activity 1 Basic Golf Concepts, G.A.S.P Review class rules, class safety, warm up exercises, and intro to TGA G.A.S.P... Grip, Aim, Stance, and Posture 2 Chipping Warm up exercises, quick review of G.A.S.P., develop an understanding of how to use the correct chipping technique 3 Putting Warm up exercises, quick review of Chipping, develop an understanding of how to use the correct putting technique 4 Half Swing Warm up exercises, quick review of Putting, learn swing cues of/and develop an understanding of when and why we use a half swing 5 L-Swing Warm up exercises, quick review of Half Swing, work to answer what is our swing cue for the half swing and what letter are we making with our arms and the club? 6 Full Swing Warm up exercises, quick review of L-Swing, work to answer what do we rotate towards the target? Learn the proper technique of the full swing. 7 Full Swing 2 Warm up exercises, quick review of Full Swing, Swing cue reminders: What shape are we making with our swing? How do we shift our weight? 8 Drivers/Woods Warm up exercises, quick review of Full Swing 2, learn the proper technique to hit a wood (Driver/Hybrid), ball position, swing cues 9 Drive, Chip, and Putt Warm up exercises, have students attempt a "Drive, Chip, Putt" contest to gauge progress! 10 Assessment Day The objective of Assessment Day is to evaluate each student’s progress in each skill to create a progress report to take home.
  • Slimetopia

    The world is being taken over by slime! Students will ooze with excitement as they create a magical unicorn mac and cheese slime to using chemical reactions to make a ring of fire slime. This squishy, squashy, sensational slime adventure is sure to sell out in a flash, so enroll today! Week Challenge name Description 1 Hot Dog Slime Inspired by the Dog Man book, students will create Evil Hog Dog Slime. Mini challenge: Vending machine - Design a unique snack that can be dispensed from a vending machine. 2 Italian Flag Ice Slime This icy slime recipe features the colors of the Italian flag. Mini challenge - Leaning Tower - Create a tower that leans against the wall. 3 Queen of Hearts Slime Create a shiny and sparkly red slime using Queen of Hearts cards. Mini challenge - Flying feather - Build the tallest structure by placing a feather on top and see how far you can blow it. 4 Bento Box Slime Make the slime based on the popular Japanese bento box slime. Mini challenge- Famous Landmark challenge-use the materials to design and build a famous landmark of your team's choice. 5 Blueberry Bubblegum Slime Make a tasty, but non-edible blueberry bubblegum slime. Try to blow the biggest bubble you can. Mini challenge - Structure strategy - Design 6 different structures that meet the specific criteria given to each team. 6 Magnetic Troll Bogey Slime Learn why boogers (gross) are important for human survival and how magnetic science tricks are added into slime. Mini challenge: design a drawbridge that a tennis ball can roll across. 7 Canada Maple Syrup Slime. Learn how maple syrup is native to Canada and how the indigenous people there discovered a way to make delicious maple syrup. Mini challenge: Roller Coaster challenge-build a coaster with at least four turns that can transport a ping pong ball from start to finish. 8 Fluffycino Coffee Slime Learn about entrepreneurs who started Starbucks coffee shops and transformed Starbucks into a global brand. Then, make a delicious fluffycinco slime. 9 Sahara Sand Slime Learn about the Sahara Desert and how it is the largest desert on Earth! Then, try making some sandy slime. Mini challenge-Marshmallow catapult: Build a catapult that can launch a marshmallow to knock down cups. 10 Banana Split Slime The best way to finish our semester is with a delicious-looking banana split sundae slime!
  • Basketball with I Adore Athletics

    Our basketball class is designed for students interested in learning the fundamental skills and rules of basketball. Instruction will focus on the proper mechanics of dribbling, passing, shooting, and rebounding. The class combines skill development drills with game-like situations to improve physical fitness, foster teamwork, and enhance overall game understanding in a fun and educational environment. Students of all experience levels are welcome to participate! Week Lesson/Skills 1 Introductions & Ball Handling Basics ● Introductions & Icebreaker (e.g., name/favorite NBA or WNBA player) ● Skill Block 1: Stationary dribbling (right/left hand, crossover intro) ● Skill Block 2: Cone dribbling relays + zigzag dribbles ● Mini Game: Red light / green light dribbling ● Game Play: 3v3 half-court scrimmage with dribbling focus ● Wrap-Up: Review control and confidence 2 Passing Fundamentals ● Skill Block 1: Partner chest passes + moving targets ● Skill Block 2: Chest, bounce, and overhead passing technique ● Mini Game: Keep-away (3v1 → 4v2) ● Game Play: 4v4 with “3 passes before shooting” rule ● Wrap-Up: Reflection on teamwork 3 Shooting Form ● Skill Block 1: B.E.E.F. shooting technique (Balance, Elbow, Eyes, Follow-through) ● Skill Block 2: Spot shooting + partner rebound/pass ● Mini Game: Knockout shooting ● Game Play: 3v3 half-court, with passing requirement before shot ● Wrap-Up: Free-throw competition 4 Layups & Finishing ● Skill Block 1: Right-hand layup technique ● Skill Block 2: Left-hand layup technique ● Mini Game: “Around the World” layup challenge ● Game Play: 4v4 scrimmage; layups only score ● Wrap-Up: High-five circle & reflections 5 Defense Basics ● Skill Block 1: Defensive stance & footwork ● Skill Block 2: 1v1 defense drills ● Mini Game: Sharks & Minnows with defensive slides ● Game Play: 5v5 half-court; track steals & deflections ● Wrap-Up: Highlight best defensive plays 6 Rebounding & Boxing Out ● Skill Block 1: Rebounding form (timing, two hands, use chin) ● Skill Block 2: Partner boxing out drills ● Mini Game: Rebound wars (2v2; first to five rebounds wins) ● Game Play: 4v4 scrimmage with “extra point for rebound before score” ● Wrap-Up: Reflection circle 7 Team Offense Concepts ● Skill Block 1: Give-and-go drill ● Skill Block 2: Intro to pick-and-roll ● Mini Game: 3v3 with screens ● Game Play: 5v5 with offensive concepts focus ● Wrap-Up: Highlight teamwork plays 8 Fast Break & Transition ● Skill Block 1: Full-court dribble relays ● Skill Block 2: 3-on-2 continuous transition drill ● Mini Game: Transition races ● Game Play: 5v5 with transition scoring theme ● Wrap-Up: Reflection on hustle & speed 9 Full Game Prep ● Skill Block 1: Skill stations (shooting, dribbling, defense) ● Skill Block 2: Rotating team challenges ● Mini Game: Shooting contests (Knockout, Around the World) ● Game Play: Full-court referee scrimmage with rotating teams ● Wrap-Up: Sportsmanship circle 10 Championship Game ● Final Game: Championship match with scoreboard and refs ● Celebration: Awards, medals, or certificates
  • Chess with The Knight School

    The Knight School is the chess party for the well-rounded kids of America from brand-new beginners to highly advanced chess players. Unlike your typical chess program, our primary focuses are good sportsmanship and fun. That being the case, our students continue to win state championships year after year. Join The Knight School chess party and give your child the gift of undeniable academic confidence, amazing chess friends, a self-identity as a smart kid, and a weekly dose of childhood joy that is the highlight of their week! Click the link to view the intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2XrRhGFNNE Week Lesson and Band Color Lesson 1 Welcome to TKS and Identifying (rainbow/white) Chess Basics: moves, values and names 2 Backrowing (olive) Smother-mate uses their pieces! 3 Sacrificing (turquoise) Make them chess the “Bunny!” 4 Deflecting (blue) Simply remove the defender! 5 Trapping (plum) Cut off their escape! 6 Discovering (violet) Uncover a surprise attack today! 7 Double Checkmating (brown) Two separate checks, please! 8 Bughouse (sky) Partner chess 9 Promoting (purple) One kid plays many kids at once! 10 Parent showcase for 10-week classes Parents for 10-week classes will be welcome to join the last class to watch or jump in and join on the bead-tourney Bonus City-Wide TournaParty! Off-site opportunity to join students from 100 schools across the Greater Houston area for fun and chess! This year-end event is free, included, and exclusive to The Knight School’s chess students!
  • Junior Cake Designers

    Get ready for a delicious adventure with our Cake Decorating course designed just for young bakers! Over eight fun-filled weeks, they'll learn to whip up American Buttercream and get hands-on experience with piping bags. From creating eye-catching cake borders to crafting beautiful flowers, each session is packed with simple techniques that lead to stunning results. By the end, your little baker will be ready to wow friends and family with their impressive new skills! Week Skill Lesson/Activity 1 Class Introduction and basic food safety Food safety, set expectations, discuss schedule 2 Making American Buttercream, piping stars and shells Measure ingredients to make buttercream. Learn how to prep, fill, and hold piping bags. Pipe stars and shells. 3 Piping dots, dot borders, rosettes, and leaves Learn how to pip dots, dot borders, and rosettes. 4 Decorate a cake – seasonal theme Learn how to ice a cake, decorate cake with techniques learned. 5 Zig zag and hydrangea Practice on fake cupcakes 6 Using flower nails to create flowers and seasonal characters. Teach students how to properly use flower nails and how to pipe sunflowers using the flower nail and creating seasonal designs. 7 Braided and rose boarder Students will learn how to pipe different borders. 8 Decorate Final Cupcakes Students will decorate cupcakes using skills learned and take them home.