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05150 Elementary School 1-on-1 tutoring

Instructors: TBD

7 sessions for the Summer from Jul. 5th to Aug. 19th

Tutoring Subjects

English Vocabulary and Reading
English Grammar and Writing
Singapore Dimensions Math Grade 2A to 5A
Numbers to Algebra
Pre-Algebra (for Placement test)
ITBS Test Prep
CogAT Test Prep
SSAT/ISEE Test Prep (for Private Middle School Application)

08150 Middle School Subjects 1-on-1 tutoring 

Instructor: TBD

7 sessions for the Summer from Jul. 5th to Aug. 19th

Tutoring Subjects:

English Vocabulary, Reading, Grammar, Writing
Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, AGS 1, 2, 3 
AOPS Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, AMC8
SSAT/ISEE Test Prep (for Private High School Application)

11150 High School Subjects 1-on-1 tutoring 

Instructors: TBD

7 sessions for the Summer from Jul. 5th to Aug. 19th

Tutoring Subjects:

High School English Vocabulary, Reading, Grammar, Writing
AP or IB Level English, Calculus, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Standardized Test Prep: PSAT11, SAT, ACT
College Application Essay

10942 SAT Prep: English Reading and Writing

Instructor: Hannah Kapoor

8 of 1.5 hours SAT Reading and Writing Training for 8/26 Test or later

Textbook: 

10943 SAT Prep: Math

Instructor: Lynn Wang

8 of 1.5 hours SAT Math Training for 8/26 Test or later

Textbook

11050 College Application Essay Writing 

Instructor: Dr. Katharine Sprecher

7 sessions of College application Essay help

You can book one hour or several hours from Katharine, Sarah, and Lynn.

Here are 7 prompts from CommonApp

(1) Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

(2) The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?

(3) Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?

(4) Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?

(5) Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

(6) Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?

(7) Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

08631 C++ Basics and VEX VS Code Extension C++ Programming (编程老司机队员)

Instructor: Jing Liu and Lynn Wang

In 13 sessions from 7/5 to 8/16, students will learn C++ and practice VEX VS Code Extension C++ Programming for VEX Robotics.

The lessons will be online:

Monday and Wednesday Afternoon 6:45-7:45 PM Pacific Time
Monday and Wednesday Afternoon 8:45-9:45 PM Central Time
Monday and Wednesday Night 9:45-10:45 PM Eastern Time
Tuesday and Thursday Morning 9:45-10:45 AM Beijing Time

C++ Part will cover C++ Basics on: Variables and Data Types, Strings,Vectors,and Arrays, Expressions, Statements, Functions, Loops, Classes

VEX VS Code Extension C++ Programming will cover installation, API, and basic VEX Robotics programming practice

Here are Reasons To Learn C++ Language

C++ is an Efficient and Fast Language
Suitable for Big Projects
Community Support of C++
C++ Is Everywhere
Helps You in Learning Other Programming Languages 

The most important, learn how to use this IDE to program VEX VRC robitics for competition. 

Optional Textbook: C++ Promer (5th Edition) Students can use this book all the way to College CS courses. 

https://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/0321714113

10100 Pre-Calculus

Instructor: Colby Brown

From 7/6 to 8/17, there will be 13 sessions in 7 weeks. This course will cover the first 6 Chapters of  OpenStax's Pre-Calculus textbook https://openstax.org/details/books/precalculus-2e you can download this book for free

Chapter 1: Functions
Chapter 2: Linear Functions
Chapter 3: Polynomial and Rational Functions
Chapter 4: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Chapter 5: Trigonometric Functions
Chapter 6: Periodic Functions
Chapter 7: Trigonometric Identities and Equations (Optional)

11101 AP Calculus AB / IB Calculus 1

Instructor: Colby Brown

13 one-hour session during Summer to get students start work on AP Calculus AB or IB Calculus 1

Textbook: Calculus (Early Transcendentals) 6 Edition (PDF file)

08510 VEX VRC Robotics 机械搭建基础  (Grade 6-8)

8 session to go through VRC Robotics 机械搭建基础

The course plan:

1. VEX Robots Design Fundamentss and Introduction to VEX Parts
2. Mechanics: Drivetrain
3. Mechanics: Lifts
4. Mechanics: Shooting 
5. Mechanics: Joints
6. Mechanics: Pneumatics
7. Mechanics: Intake
8. Programming： Intro to VRC Robotics Programming IDE.

08630 C++ Basics and Intro to VEX VS Code Extension C++ Programming (New)

Instructor: Jing Liu and Lynn Wang

In 13 sessions from 7/5 to 8/16, students will learn C++ basics and practice VEX VS Code Extension C++ Programming for VEX Robotics.The lessons will be online:

Monday and Wednesday Afternoon 5:30-6:30 PM Pacific Time
Monday and Wednesday Afternoon 7:30-8:30 PM Central Time
Tuesday and Thursday Morning 8:30-9:30 AM Beijing Time

C++ Part will cover C++ Basics on: Variables and Data Types, Strings,Vectors,and Arrays, Expressions, Statements, Functions, Loops, Classes

VEX VS Code Extension C++ Programming will cover installation, API, and basic VEX Robotics programming practice

Here are Reasons To Learn C++ Language

C++ is an Efficient and Fast Language
Suitable for Big Projects
Community Support of C++
C++ Is Everywhere
Helps You in Learning Other Programming Languages 

The most important, learn how to use this IDE to program VEX VRC robitics for competition. 

Optional Textbook: C++ Promer (5th Edition) Students can use this book all the way to College CS courses. 

https://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/0321714113

08020 English Grammar Sentence Diagramming 语法句型绘图分析 (Grade 7+)

Instructor: Sarah Bobson

This short 7 weeks course will teach students how to diagram sentences so they see the underlying structure of English grammar. Diagramming sentences gives many visual and logical learners an alternative way to learn grammar. Students who understand the finer points of English grammar will apply this knowledge to their writing. For many students, boring old grammar lessons become understandable and fun.

Diagraming Sentences will help students of all ages learn how the parts of speech fit together to make clear and complete sentences. This 48-page book shows visual learners how to diagram sentences to help them understand why some sentences may not sound or look right.

Textbook required:  https://www.amazon.com/Diagraming-Sentences-Deborah-White-Broadwater/dp/1580372821 

05070 Literary Analysis and Reflective Writing 文学阅读与分析写作 Grade 4-5 

Instructor: Dr. Katharine Sprecher

In 7 lessons, Katharine will lead students to read several books, analyze, and write reflective essays. 

Dr, Sprecher selected the following books, and will lead students to read, analyze, and write analytical essays

(1) Chickadee by Louise Erdrich https://www.amazon.com/Chickadee-Birchbark-House-Louise-Erdrich/dp/0060577924
(2) Three Keys by Kelly Yang https://www.amazon.com/Three-Keys-Front-Desk-Novel/dp/1338591398

Reflective Writing builds on analysis by considering the learning you’ve gained from practical experience. The purpose of the reflection is to help you to make improvements for the future and, as such, it is a more ‘personal’ form of academic writing often using the first person. Evidence still has a key role in reflective writing; it’s not just about retelling your story and how you felt. And evidence in the case of reflection will include your own personal experience which adds to the discussion. Reflective writing focuses on future improvements and answers questions like ‘what next?’

07070 Literary Analysis and Reflective Writing 文学阅读与分析写作 Grade 6-7

Instructor: Dr. Katharine Sprecher

In 7 lessons, Katharine will lead students to read several books, analyze, and write reflective essays. 

Dr, Sprecher selected the following books for this term

(1) A Place to Belong by Cynthia Kadohata https://www.amazon.com/Place-Belong-Cynthia-Kadohata/dp/1432874071
(2) Freakling by Lana Krumwiede  https://www.amazon.com/Freakling-Psi-Chronicles-Lana-Krumwiede/dp/0763669385

Reflective Writing builds on analysis by considering the learning you’ve gained from practical experience. The purpose of the reflection is to help you to make improvements for the future and, as such, it is a more ‘personal’ form of academic writing often using the first person. Evidence still has a key role in reflective writing; it’s not just about retelling your story and how you felt. And evidence in the case of reflection will include your own personal experience which adds to the discussion. Reflective writing focuses on future improvements and answers questions like ‘what next?’

05061 Sadlier English Language Art 英语综合能力教程 Grade 5 (New)

Instructor: Dr. Katharine Sprecher

7 sessions in Summer term to complete the Grade 4 and move on to Grade 5 book

Grade 5 Textbook Samples: https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/5feecbe9#/5feecbe9/1

09070 Literary Analysis & Writing Strategies (Grade 9+)

Instructor: Dr. Katharine Sprecher

This course will feature two novels by Indigenous-Canadian (Metis) author Cherie Dimaline (including the sequel to the much-loved The Marrow Thieves). Dimaline’s works contain numerous motifs and thematic layers for complex analyses, giving students great material for deep analysis, discussion, and reflective writing. Additionally, students will engage in brainstorming strategies to develop unique, high-quality theses and well-organized essay outlines with strong supporting ideas and textual evidence (a need Dr. Sprecher has observed among many students – that is, skills in conceptual development, planning, and organization).

09942 English Grammar for SAT/ACT (Grade 8-10)

Instructor: Dr. Katharine Sprecher

Students will work on grammar and sentence structure (a need Dr. Sprecher has seen among many writing students) for the PSAT/SAT test and writing in general. Students will study rules and strategies and practice them in response to short writing prompts as a way to create habits for the new skills in their own writing. 

Textbook https://www.amazon.com/College-Pandas-SAT-Writing-Advanced/dp/098949649X

08000 Middle School In-Person One-On-One Tutoring

Instructor: Dan YU

In-person Math Tutoring at srudents' home.

11000 High School In-Person One-On-One Tutoring

Instructor: Danuel Yu

7 sessions in-person tutoring from 7/5 to 8/19

08105 Geometry and Algebra 2 Review for Students Taking AGS 3 in Fall

Instructor: Lynn Wang or Colby Brown

In 13 sessions, we will review key concepts and skills from Geometry and Algebra 2 textbooks and prepare students for a successful year to study AGS 3 in school. 

Textbook (will be provided during the class)

11001 High School 2:1 tutoring

09621 Intro to Competitive Programming for USACO using Java

Instructor: Colby Brown

12 one-hour sessions work on Competitive Programming CP4 Book 1 using Java. CP4 Book 1 suitable for High School Students who are competing in the annual USACO, International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) (including the National or Provincial Olympiads) as the it covers most of the current IOI Syllabus.

USA Computing Olympiad website: USACO http://www.usaco.org/index.php  Preparing Resources http://www.usaco.org/index.php?page=resources

Colby has extensive experiences on Competitive Programming. He competed in a variety of academic competitions, including Texas UIL computer science and physics and ACM collegiate programming competitions, where he regularly placed.