Course and Section Information
Course Name | Van Buren "Voice & Choice" Summer School 2024 |
Section Name | VAN120 |
Category | Enrichment |
School | Van Buren Elementary School |
Grades | 2-5 |
Materials Fee | 0.00 |
Dates | Jun 10 - Jul 3 |
Times | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Course Description
Van Buren students in grades 2-5 will enjoy fun, interactive learning experiences as they choose up for 3 different, hands-on courses being offered during our Van Buren Voice & Choice Summer School Program! Students will rotate through all 3 classes each day, with a free breakfast treat and recess in between.
Once you sign up for Van Buren "Voice & Choice" watch for an email from Principal Edwards with how to sign up to ensure you get your top picks!!
COURSE TITLE
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DESCRIPTION
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Let’s Write About It!
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Explore new spaces and faces while keeping a journal and writing about your adventures!!
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Ready, Set, STEM
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Daily/weekly real world STEM challenges come to life as we try to solve some of the biggest problems of earth. From pollution to architecture, how will you help fix the world?
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Mystery Science Exploration
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Using Mystery Science lessons, we will learn about various Science topics while completing fun Science Experiments. Get ready to get messy!!
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Love to Read!
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Learn the joy of storytelling and literature through reading a novel and creating a group project about the theme
and author’s purpose - Compare your findings with that of a director through the Hollywood version of the story!
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Readers Theater
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Bring stories to life as we become actors and perform stories in the form of a play!
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A Royal Affair
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Explore royalty from around the world! We will look back in time at how monarchies were run and the kings and queens that ruled them.
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Gamifying Math
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Become masters of your grade level universe as we review and apply key math standards through hands-on games and activities.
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Cool Cards & Board Gaming
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Explore the art of card games through learning basic card games and techniques. From shuffling to Go Fish, there is something to be learned by all. Learn to play some fun & educational board games while interacting with friends.
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Fun with Fidgets
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Work on your social skills by practicing how to think before you act, understand other people's perspectives, and communicate effectively. Learn strategies and create fidgets to help manage impulsive behaviors and remain calm even in stressful situations.
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Coloring Van Buren
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Help make Van Buren an even more colorful, inviting space to learn and grow while designing and painting spaces that need some life!
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The Art of Ballooning
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Learn how to design and create balloon shapes and animals.
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Walking for Wellness
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Students will experience walking as a simple way to boost activity levels while improving overall health and wellness. We will warm up, stretch and cool down each day as well as enjoy a walk around the school and neighborhood. Regular walking is a healthy habit that comes with a multitude of benefits.
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Let’s get physical!
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Warm up and join in some interactive tag games and physical activities! Learn some new games and new spins on some old games.
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REQUIREMENTS: Fall 2024 — Grades 2 - 5