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Our R&W (Reading and Writing) Learners I Program provides fun and engaging activities that focuses on teaching phonetic sounds and blends for young children, aging from 3 to 5. It is the first of the Reading and Writing series which focuses on teaching correct phonetic sounds, introducing sight words, blending phonetic words and finally, reading and writing short sentences fluently. At the end of our nine-month program, the children will be able to create sentences, blend phonograms, read short passages and answer questions regarding their reading. All of this knowledge will lay down a strong foundation for when they move on to Learners II!
Grade: PreK (Ages 4-6)
Our R&W (Reading and Writing) Learners II Program provides engaging activities that focuses on reinforcing phonetic sounds and introducing important grammar rules for young children, aging from 5 to 7. It is the second of the Reading and Writing series focusing on teaching correct grammar usage, which guides them into reading and writing more detailed and complex sentences. At the end of our nine-month program, the children will be able to create descriptive sentences through multiple styles of writing (poems, letters, etc), read complex sentences more fluently, study longer stories (like chapter books), and be able to identify multiple story elements within it.
Grade: K-1 (Ages 5-6)
This course is designed to enhance students' proficiency in grammar, content organization, and written communication across various genres, with a particular focus on informative and persuasive writing. Emphasizing research skills, students will learn to utilize resources, gather information, and analyze data, while also mastering the art of comparing and contrasting ideas and providing clear, step-by-step instructions. Academic vocabulary development is a key component, achieved through exposure to academic texts and targeted exercises. The course guides students through the writing process stages, from pre-writing to drafting and revising, culminating in polished final drafts. By fostering these skills, students are equipped to excel in diverse educational settings, establishing a robust foundation for their future writing endeavors and fostering confidence and proficiency as writers.
Grades: 1-2 (Ages 6-7)
This advanced writing course is designed to hone students' skills in various genres, emphasizing expository writing and research papers. It delves into the nuances of research, including source evaluation, proper citations, and crafting strong thesis statements. Students explore narrative, informative, and opinion essays, engaging in creative writing activities, poetry, and figurative language to foster creativity and linguistic proficiency. The course guides students through the writing process stages, incorporating mini-lessons, dedicated writing time, and self-assessment. It also integrates online research and emphasizes standard English conventions through structured grammar lessons. By participating in "Academic Writing for Grade 3-4," students produce complex, multiple-paragraph pieces, refining their research skills, exploring diverse genres, and developing strong writing abilities. The comprehensive approach prepares students to excel in academic writing, fostering a lifelong appreciation for effective written expression.
Grade: 3-4 (Ages 8-9)
This course centers on introducing students to the Document-Based-Question (DBQ) format. emphasizing analytical and evidence-based writing to equip them for success in high school, college, and beyond. The primary objective is to instill proficiency in academic writing by teaching fundamental components such as thesis development, organizational skills, effective paragraph structure, and the proper use of evidence. Students will also cultivate critical thinking abilities, enabling them to analyze information from diverse perspectives. The inclusion of the DBQ format allows students to engage with primary and secondary sources, fostering the construction of well-supposed arguments. Through writing exercises, constructive feedback, and editing strategies, students refine their skills, ensuring clarity, coherence, and organization in their work. The course's comprehensive approach lays a strong foundation for students' growth as adept writers and critical thinkers, preparing them to excel in academic settings.
Grade: 5-6 (Ages 10-11)
In this course, students will not only enhance their grammar and parts of speech knowledge but also master the rules of paragraph construction, enabling them to articulate coherent responses to novel studies. The primary objective is to cultivate a deep understand of Grade 1-2 level novels, guiding students through carefully selected texts to develop complex literary skills such as making connections, character analysis, and predictions. Through interactive discussions and activities, students explore themes, plot lines, and character motivations, fostering critical thinking and analytical abilities. The course also emphasizes the use of context clues to expand vocabulary, teaching student to infer word meanings and enhancing their ability to comprehend and engage with new terms while reading. By enrolling in "Integrated Reading and Writing for Grade 1-2," students gain a profound understanding of novels, acquire advanced literary skills, and demonstrate independent thinking in their reading and writing endeavors.
Grade 1-2 (Ages 6-7)
This comprehensive course is designed to enhance students' reading and writing skills across diverse genres, with a specific focus on paragraph writing, various techniques, and effective plot summarization. Key components include teaching students to engage with different literary genres, closely read and analyze texts to identify crucial plot points, events, and character developments. This skill enables them to construct cohesive and concise summaries, ultimately improving comprehension and analytical abilities. The course also emphasizes rhetoric and writing techniques, teaching students to employ figurative language like similes, metaphors, and personification for impactful and vivid writing. Exploration of various writing styles and structures, including descriptive, narrative, and persuasive writing, equips students to adapt their writing to different contexts and purposes. Additionally, the course recognizes the significance of active listening and critical thinking, guiding students to ask questions, reflect, and respond thoughtfully, thereby enabling them to interpret, analyze, evaluate and synthesize information from various sources.
Grade: 3-4 (Ages 8-9)
This course is dedicated to honing students' creative and research-based writing skills while emphasizing the application of effective strategies to derive meaning from texts. An integral part of the curriculum involves teaching various writing styles and genres, guiding students in identifying and analyzing text structures and literary devices across narrative, descriptive, persuasive, and expository writing. Through guided practice and feedback, students refine their ability to craft well-structured and engaging pieces. Additionally, the course places a strong emphasis on research-based writing and critical thinking, teaching students to conduct research, evaluate sources, and synthesize information. Engaging in discussions and collaborative activities enhances critical thinking skills, and the course underscores the importance of active listening, guiding students to question, reflect, respond, and evaluate as they listen to various texts, fostering comprehension and diverse perspectives.
Grade: 5-6 (Ages 10-11)

"Speech Learner for Grade PK-K" is an engaging and tailored English course that aims to introduce young students to the fundamentals of public speaking and communication. Through a variety of interactive activities, including verbal word games and speaking exercises, students will learn how to form complete thoughts and express their ideas effectively. They will be encouraged to share their opinions, develop original ideas, and recall lessons as the class progresses.
Grade: PreK (Ages 4-6)
Students in this course focus on introductory public speaking. By becoming familiar with different forms of public speaking, the students will be able to have the opportunity to gain real experience speaking in front of the teacher as well as their classmates. Beginning with Informative and Persuasive speaking, students will begin to build a plan for giving a speech, face the common fears of speaking, and move on to more limited preparation styles of speaking. Students will also begin to focus on current event topics and become familiar with the world around them and their place in it.
Grade: 1-2 (Ages 6-7)
Students begin learning how to speak to actuate real world action among their listeners. As they move towards more advanced public speaking topics and current events issues, students will be able to integrate research into their public speaking by learning how to interpret research into their public speaking by learning how to interpret evidence and use it to drive their messages. As they prepare to move on to the debate classes, students will become familiar with basic elements of argumentation and the structure of speaking with a purpose.
Grades: 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Students will learn about how to blend critical thinking, heightened rhetoric, and dynamic presentation into a public speech. Students will focus on the multiple forms of public speaking's nd also how to captivate an audience in a wa that enhances the speaker's message. Students will learn to become increasingly comfortable in front of a crowd, and provide more consideration for the different circumstances and scenarios they may be confronted with in public speaking.
Grade: 6-12 (Ages 11-17)
Students will develop a strong foundation in public speaking, articulation, research, grammar, reading, writing, and research skill-building. The course specifically focuses on teaching students the formate of competitive debate, covering the policy, value, and fact trichotomy. Beginning with timeless debate topics, students will progressively gain a deeper understanding of the critical implications of governmental actions and their relevance in competitive debates. As they advance, students will learn to tailer their messages for different audiences to achieve optimal outcomes. They will incorporate extensive research into their debates, tackling increasingly challenging and global topics. Additionally, students will explore advanced negative team structure, including the "The K" and Conditional Counterplans, creating debates with competing advocacies. Moving towards the next level, students will have the opportunity to judge debate rounds, cultivate critical thinking skills and examine biases and varying perspectives in evaluating debates.
Grade: 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Students will embark on a journey of advanced debate techniques and strategies. They will review the art of audience adaptation and strategic thinking during their preparation time. Students will delve into debate theory arguments and explore how competing advocacies function within a debate round. A significant focus will be on understanding and defending debate frameworks as teams often content between policy-making and critical frameworks. From both the Affirmative and Negative perspectives, students will learn to articulate and defend their chosen framework for evaluating debate rounds.

Moreover, students will have the opportunity to compete on iLearn's competitive debate team, utilizing real-world competition date from Middle, High and College campuses to shape the instructional approach. They will review judges' ballots and critically evaluate their own approach to competitive debate, adapting their strategies accordingly. Judge adaptation becomes paramount, as a debater's success in their debate career hinges on their ability to tailor their speeches to different types of judges. Advance theory, "Ks" and Framework lenses will become essential components for their students to master as they navigate the competitive debate community.
Grade: 6-12 (Ages 11-17)
In our SPAR (Spontaneous Argumentation) competition class, we will dive into the fundamentals of argumentation and develop skills to engage in debates with limited preparation. Students will be given a topic and a short time frame to prepare, utilizing the SPAR format to debate their opponents. During these intense moments, students will be encouraged to cross-examine their opponents and effective summarize the essential elements of the debate to frame the discussion of the judge(s).
Elementary
In our SPAR (Spontaneous Argumentation) competition class, we will dive into the fundamentals of argumentation and develop skills to engage in debates with limited preparation. Students will be given a topic and a short time frame to prepare, utilizing the SPAR format to debate their opponents. During these intense moments, students will be encouraged to cross-examine their opponents and effective summarize the essential elements of the debate to frame the discussion of the judge(s).
Elementary
Students learn the fundamentals of argumentation and communication. They will focus on learning the ins and outs of public policy, current events, and moral values. They will debate the implications of policy action by different government and non-governmental organizations. The class will be based not he British Parliamentary structure, with the ultimate goal of competing on the high school debate competition circuit. The goal for students is to become more confident and engaging speakers. They will be able to passionately advocate for a variety of different policy outcomes. They will also consider the social, political, economic, and moral repercussions of action. This will help students with their research, writing, speaking, and listening skills, Competitively, the goal is for students to succeed in debate against other programs. All of this will help with college applications.
Middle-High School

A dynamic science class designed for PreK to Kindergarten-aged children. Through engaging hands-on activities, sensory explorations, and captivating storytime sessions, young scientists will discover the wonders of the natural world. From colorful experiments to nature walks, each session is crafted to spark curiosity and foster a love of learning about science.
Grade: PreK (Ages 4-6)
A captivating science class designed for students in grades 1-3. Through interactive experiments, hands-on projects, and engaging discussions, young learners will develop fundamental scientific skills and knowledge. From conducting experiments to understand the scientific method to exploring the properties of matter and energy, each session is tailored to foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Grade: 1-3 (Ages 6-8)

Academic Programs

Grade: PreK (Ages 4-6)

Grade: K-1 (Ages 5-6)

Grades: 1-2 (Ages 6-7)

Grade: 3-4 (Ages 8-9)

Grade: 5-6 (Ages 10-11)

Grade 1-2 (Ages 6-7)

Grade: 3-4 (Ages 8-9)

Grade: 5-6 (Ages 10-11)