Our Scratch Intermediate course is designed for students who have completed the introductory Scratch course and are ready to take their coding skills to the next level. In Scratch Intermediate, students will explore more advanced programming concepts such as custom blocks, variables, lists, and more complex conditionals—all within the fun and familiar world of Scratch. Through hands-on […]
In our Scratch Beginners course, young learners are introduced to the exciting world of coding through Scratch, a visual, block-based programming language developed by MIT. This course teaches foundational programming concepts in a fun, accessible way—perfect for sparking creativity while building essential skills. Using stackable code blocks, students will learn object-oriented programming principles as they design
Our Robotics course featuring the mBot Ranger kit offers an exciting, hands-on introduction to the world of robotics, engineering, and coding. Students will dive into the fundamentals of robotics as they build, program, and control their own mBot Ranger robot—gaining real-world STEM skills through creative, interactive challenges. Key Features: Hands-On Learning: Students actively assemble and program
Our Chess Advanced “Queen’s Gambit” course is designed for highly motivated students aiming to compete at a strong tournament level and significantly raise their USCF rating. This course focuses on elite-level tactical execution, advanced strategic concepts, and psychological preparation for competitive play. Key Skills Covered: Complex tactics in practical settings: deflection, overloading, interference, and underpromotion
Essay Writing MS I Our Essay Writing MS I course is designed to equip middle school students with the tools and techniques needed to write clear, well-structured five-paragraph essays—essential for both academic success and standardized tests such as the ISEE and HSPT. Through focused, step-by-step instruction, students will learn how to confidently craft argumentative, narrative, and informative/explanatory essays
Our Chess Intermediate III “Bishop’s Quest” course is designed for students ready to refine advanced tactics, deepen strategic understanding, and enhance competitive play. Key Skills Covered: Mastering complex tactics: decoys, interference, and clearance Developing long-term strategic plans and pawn structure dynamics Advanced endgame techniques and theoretical endgames Expanding opening repertoire and handling unconventional openings Positional
Chess Intermediate II “Castle Keepers” focuses on strengthening students’ tactical and strategic thinking while preparing them for deeper game analysis and more competitive play. This course introduces more advanced concepts and develops their ability to think several moves ahead. Key Skills Covered: Multi-move tactical combinations including discovered attacks, deflection, and removal of the defender Positional
Our Chess Intermediate I “Knight Explorers” course builds on foundational skills from beginner levels, advancing students’ chess knowledge and strategies. This course focuses on developing advanced tactics, strategic planning, and positional understanding. Key Skills Covered: Understanding the three phases of a chess game: opening, middlegame, and endgame Mastering advanced tactics like pins, forks, and skewers
Geometry – Year I Course: Introduction to Geometry This is the first year of a comprehensive two-year Geometry course that covers the full scope of high school geometry. Meeting once per week over 32 weeks, this course emphasizes the study of properties and applications of two- and three-dimensional geometric figures. Students will explore key geometric
Our Math HS I (Advanced Algebra II / Introduction to Pre-Calculus) course is a rigorous course designed for students who are ready to move beyond Algebra I and dive into the deeper and more complex world of advanced mathematics. Building on the foundation established in earlier courses, this class blends advanced Algebra II with a
