SESSION 1, 2014-2015, COURSE
DESCRIPTIONS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS for 6th-8th
Monday/Wednesday, 9:00-10:30
This two-day core course will focus on reading and
writing composition skills, and can accommodate a
range of skills provided students read at (at least) a
6th grade level. High-interest articles, essays and
book excerpts will be enjoyed, with time for
discussion, evaluation and writing. Scholastic SCOPE
or similar materials will be used for analysis of
current events (subscription included). Social
studies topics are often incorporated into lessons,
with a range of activities to be expected (group
presentations, reader’s theatre, etc). Focus in
Session 1 will be summary; students should expect
to complete two final draft essays. Basic conventions,
mechanics and editing will be practiced in each class.
Additional independent writing and/or book reports
may be assigned, if needed. Materials needed: Spiral
notebook, folder, assignment notebook, and
pencil/pen. Instructor: Lori Peters. Max: 12
students. Independent work is expected. This is a
full year course of study.
LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION 1 Tuesday,
9:00-10:30
This year-long course aligns with the recommended
curriculum for Golden Valley 9th graders, but is open
to 8th-12th graders who are proficient in foundational
English skills (composition/grammar) and can read
proficiently at or above an 8th grade level. For GVCS
students, this course will fulfill most of the core
reading/writing requirements; grammar practice
(outside of composition editing), some study guide
activities, and GVCS required text-based lessons are
not part of this course. Over the year, students will
complete at least four classic novels (selections may
include novels by Bradbury, Buck, Golding, Orwell,
Hinton, and Steinbeck), 1-2 dramas/plays (such as
Shakespeare), an epic poem, several classic short
stories, poetry (selections may include poems by
Sandburg, Whitman, Frost, Hughes, Angelou, etc),
and relevant articles and/or speeches. All reading
will be accompanied by in-class reflection,
discussion, note taking, critical analysis, and
historical and cultural connections. At least two
essays per session will be completed, assessed using
a GVCS approved rubric (literary response,
reflective, narrative, and persuasive/argument);
lessons in composition skills will be included.
Session 1 will focus on short story analysis, with one
required novel. Independent reading and writing
is required. Instructor: Lori Peters. Max: 10
students. This is a full year course of study.
WORLD LITERATURE Tuesday, 11:00-12:30
This year-long course aligns with the recommended
curriculum for Golden Valley 10th graders, but is
open to 9th-12th graders who are proficient in
composition skills (analytical, narrative, literary
response, persuasive) and can read proficiently at or
above a 9th grade level. For GVCS students, this
course will fulfill most of the core reading/writing
requirements; grammar practice (outside of
composition editing), some study guide activities,
and GVCS required text-based lessons are not part of
this course. Over the year, students will complete at
least four novels (selections may include novels by
Huxley, Weisel, Marquez, Martel, Hosseini), 1-2
dramas/plays (Sophocles, TBD), an epic poem,
several classic short stories, and poetry (selections
may include poems by Keats, Li Bai/Li Po,
Wordsworth, Neruda, etc). All reading will be
accompanied by in-class reflection, discussion, note
taking, critical analysis, and historical and cultural
connections. At least two essays per session will be
completed, assessed using a GVCS approved rubric
(literary response, reflective, analytical, narrative,
and persuasive/argument). Session 1 will focus on
short story analysis, with one required novel.
Independent reading and writing is required.
Instructor: Lori Peters. Max: 10 students. This is a
full year course of study.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH Monday/Wednesday,
11:00-12:30
This course is designed for students needing to
solidify their foundational math skills before PreAlgebra, typically 6th grade. Using a pre-approved
text (TBD; likely Everyday Math), participants will
practice foundational skills including basic
algorithms of multiplication and division. They will
also explore relationships between fractions,
decimals and percents and perform all operations
involving decimals and fractions. Word problems,
games and activities will be used to enhance
understanding. Materials required: Family must
provide approved text, spiral notebook, folder,
assignment notebook, and pencil. Instructor: Laura
Erlig. Max: 9 students. A course syllabus will be
available mid-August. Independent work is
expected. This is a full year course of study.
(MAYL) MATH AT YOUR LEVEL(times, days
vary)
Each unique 1.75 hour, 1.5 hour, or 1-hour math
class features small class size, individualized
instruction, immediate feedback, and support with
your home school math curriculum. Although a
variety of levels are welcome in any class, the longer
math blocks are recommended for students who
need extra assistance. If further practice is needed,
students may be introduced to excellent math
websites, including Khan Academy, which offers
individualized lessons and immediate feedback.
Dependent on home school curriculum, students will
be offered small group or individual lessons from a
variety of resources, such as Saxon. Materials
needed: spiral notebook. Instructor Candice
Renaker or Laura Erlig. Max: 9 students. Students
MUST come to each class prepared with their
assigned home school math materials.
PRE-ALGEBRA, ALGEBRA 1
Monday/Wednesday (Algebra 1 9:00-10:30; PreAlgebra 11:00-12:30)
In these two-day leveled classes (pre-test may be
required), students will be provided instruction
using a specific curriculum (TBD), in order to build
proficiency with key algebraic concepts, such as
patterns, variables, functions, and coordinate
graphing. Connections between arithmetic and
algebra are made through the use of drawings,
tables, graphs, words, and symbols. Lessons will be
direct, although Khan Academy will be used to
supplement instruction. Classroom structure may be
that of a “flipped classroom”. Materials required:
Family must provide appropriate text (if needed), 2
inch 3-ring binder, assignment notebook, file folders,
lined paper, graph paper, scientific calculator (TI30), and pencils. Instructor: Candice Renaker. Max:
9 students in each class. Weekly independent work
is expected. Students in Algebra 1 must be
proficient in basic computation and pre-algebra
concepts. This is a full year course of study.
GEOMETRY Friday, 9:00-10:45
Typically taught to those in 9th or 10th grade,
students in this two-day leveled course (pretest may
be required) will be provided instruction using a
specific curriculum (TBD) in order to build
proficiency with key geometric concepts, such as
formulas, postulates and theorems. Lessons will be
direct, although Khan Academy may be used to
supplement instruction. Classroom structure may be
that of a “flipped classroom”. Materials required:
Family must provide appropriate text (if needed), 2
inch 3-ring binder, assignment notebook, file folders,
lined paper, scientific calculator (TI-30), and pencils.
Instructor: Candice Renaker. Max: 9 students.
Weekly independent work is expected. Students
must be proficient in Algebra 1. This is a full year
course of study.
BIOMIMICRY, WITH PHYSICS! Thursday, 9:0010:30
How does nature do what it does? Could we use
nature’s lessons to help us solve a problem or inspire
us to create something new? By combining the study
of nature and the study of scientific principles, can
we create a balance? Each class will have nature
studies, scientific principles, and hands-on activities.
Students will be expected to take notes, work
cooperatively, analyze and synthesize to draw
conclusions and create more questions. The class
will be using Agilent Technologies lab activities
combined with Biomimicry. Students will be
introduced to different scientific principles involving
electricity, forces, floatation, air pressure and
density, energy sources – hazards, and alternative
energies such as solar. This is an important
foundational course for students wanting to
participate in the Ventura County Science Fair,
which will be the focus of Session 2. Instructor:
Laura Erlig. Max: 12 students. Independent work
is expected.
LOCAL ECOLOGY FIELD STUDY Friday, 9:0012:30 (leave window of time from 8:30 am1:00 pm)
This unique field study course will help students
learn about the chaparral ecosystem right in our
“backyard.” Each week, students will meet up at a
different outdoor area, most often in the Santa
Monica National Recreation Area or local beaches
(with at least one class on site at the Teen Center,
10/10), to learn the basics of ecology, scientific data
collections methodologies, conservation concerns of
our local habitat, as well as learning what it takes to
be conscious consumers and responsible stewards of
the earth. Pre-arranged field study labs are included.
Important: Two parent drivers will need to assist
with driving each week. Instructor: Kathy
Jonokuchi (and Laura Erlig assisting). Please
include your driving availability when registering, or
email Kathy Jonokuchi at wuchier@verizon.net
MAPPING THE WORLD BY HEART Thursday,
9:00-10:30
This full year course will allow students to dive
deep into world geography, starting at any level. By
the end of the year (if attending all four sessions and
completing all assignments and independent
practice), students will be able to draw a map of the
world by heart, on a Mercator grid, and (dependent
on his/her starting point of knowledge) will include
most of the world’s 196 countries, major bodies of
water, and major landforms. Like anything, the final
product is determined by the time and effort put into
it, which begins in September! Lessons taken from
David Smith’s “Mapping the World By Heart”
curriculum, as well as video and other sources, will
include the understanding of various maps, globes,
regions, climate, GPS, the spatial relationships of
countries and continents to one another, and
regional/cultural and historical information about
some countries. Session 1 will focus on the
Americas, with an independent country study
presentation. Materials needed each week include
sharpened colored pencils, spiral notebook, folder,
assignment notebook, and pencil/pen. It is
recommended that each student have his/her own
physical world atlas and know how to use it.
Instructor Lori Peters has taught this unit many
times before, and former students claim was one of
the most beneficial projects they ever had. Max: 12
students. Independent work is expected.
GEOSTORY Friday, 9:00-10:45
Can you name more than 25 countries (and recall a
fact or two about each)? Do you know most of the
major world regions, bodies of water, and
landforms? A basic understanding of geography is
recommended for all One Spark Academy history
courses, and this course fits the bill. Students will
learn about the geography of various parts of the
world, create some basic maps, and explore the
history and culture of various regions. A great
foundational course for beginning geography
students, but those who have taken the course
before or enjoy making maps will be able to work at
their own level. (There is always MORE to learn! )
An independent world study project will be assigned,
and then presented to peers and parents to
culminate the 7-week class. Materials needed:
Spiral notebook, folder, assignment notebook, and
pencil/pen. Optional: current atlas for personal
use. Instructor: Lori Peters. Max: 12 students.
Independent work is expected.
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH Tuesday 9:0010:30; Thursday 11:00-12:30 (students may take
one or both)
Learn conversational Spanish in a fun, engaging
environment. Our instructor Anna has experience
engaging multiple levels and enabling each student
to build upon his or her knowledge. Basic concepts
include greetings, numbers, colors, and verb
conjugation, but also everyday scenarios. Students
should expect to study and practice outside of class,
at his or her level, in order to build proficiency.
Instructor: Anna Colilles, M.A., is a native Spanish
teacher and credentialed educator, with a Masters
degree in education and more than 15 years of
experience teaching a wide-range of learners.
Enrollment: Max 8. Independent practice is
expected.
READINGS BROUGHT TO LIFE Wednesday,
1:30-2:30
This unique course will introduce listeners to John
Muir and Rachel Carson, two environmentalists who
stimulated a fresh perspective on preserving the
land and oceans, as well as kicked off the
conservation and environmental movements in the
US. Over the course of seven weeks, the background
histories on each individual, as well as author Alan
Weisman (The World Without Us), will be presented
while reading from their work. Students can relax,
close their eyes or draw while listening; anything
that helps them to absorb the information. The
philosophies of Whitman, Emerson, Thoreau and
John Burroughs who inspired one another in the
Conservation movement of the late 1800's will be
woven into the classes as well. Instructor Sally
Primm has developed a similar program whereby
she reads to visually impaired listeners, while
sharing her respect for the work of great writers and
noble thinkers. Max: 10.
ART OF CURSIVE Tuesday 1:30-2:30
Cursive is not taught much in schools today, but it is
still used by many. Besides being able to read
Grandma’s handwritten letters, studies show that
writing well in cursive enables more fluent
composition, develops fine motor skills, aids is
overall legible penmanship, and increases accuracy
in spelling. This workshop will provide time for
students to practice their best penmanship while
learning (or relearning) all cursive letters and their
connections to one another, in the D’Nealian script
style. Instructor: Hailey Hersh is a Teacher’s
Assistant at OSA who loves to write in cursive. She is
excited to co-teach her first course under the
guidance of Lori Peters. Max: 10 students.
Independent practice is highly recommended.
BOOK CLUB Wednesday, 1:30-2:30
Join the club for a literature exploration, and savor
the pleasures of a shared reading experience. Two
novels will be selected over seven weeks. Students
will be expected to keep up with their reading, and
bring their ideas, observations, questions, and
connections to each class. Students will consider
theme, character, plot, tone, author’s style, message
and much more in their conversations. Reading
proficiency must be 6th grade or above. Class
structure will depend upon reading level and pace,
but students may also be grouped based on interest,
maturity, or familiarity with novel chosen.
Instructor: Laura Erlig. Max: 10 students.
Independent reading is required.
IMPROVISATION FOR YOUNG ACTORS
Tuesday, 1:30-2:45
Learn what makes a scene funny and how to work as
a team to tell a great story. Bring your imaginations
and prepare to have your funny bone tickled.
Beginners encouraged! Instructor: Mary Carrig is
a professional actress who teaches Actor’s Studio
and Shakespeare at One Spark Academy. Ms. Carrig
also heads up Inside Shakespeare in the Conejo.
Learn more about Mary at
http://insideshakespeare.com. Max: 15 students
EMBROIDERY Thursday, 1:30-2:30
Embroidery is the art of decorating cloth with
colored thread. This art has been used on clothing,
bedding, and other accessories for hundreds of years
to beautify our surroundings. We will learn and
practice basic stitches and then choose an item of
clothing or other accessory to embroider. In addition
to learning a vanishing art this class helps with eye
hand coordination and following a pattern.
Instructor: Robin Lindsey is experienced in the art
of embroidery and crochet. Max: 8 students.
FOOD FASCINATION Tuesday OR Thursday,
11:00-12:30
Learn to create nutritious, delicious meals that will
help your body be strong and healthy. Students will
learn about seasonal produce, the importance of
nutritious food and what it provides our bodies, and
will prepare a balanced meal for their peers. They
will research interesting recipes and bring them to
the group. They will also learn the basic home
economic skills of reading recipes, cutting and
chopping up a variety of foods, proper use of cooking
and food prep tools, baking, and exploring a bounty
of organic fruits and vegetables.
Important! Participants are required to bring a clean
apron to each class, which must be worn while
cooking (brought home for laundering), and hair that
hits shoulders must also be worn off the face during
the kitchen portion of class, either in a ponytail or
pinned back. Anyone repeatedly forgetting an apron
may be denied participation. Instructor: Laura
Erlig, assisted by Jerri Baker and Hailey Hersh.
Max: 9 students
FIRST AID FOR TEENS Tuesday, 1:30-2:30
Students will learn invaluable lessons to prepare
them for life (or just baby-sitting!), and earn a Red
Cross first aid certificate. Students will learn about:
identifying and caring for sudden Illnesses, including
diabetic emergencies, stroke, seizures, and allergic
reactions; identifying and caring for environmental
emergencies, such as heat and cold related illnesses;
poisonous plants, bee stings, snake bites, and tick
bites; identifying and caring for soft tissue injuries,
such as closed and open skin injuries; controlling
external bleeding, nose bleeds, and burns;
identifying and caring for injuries to muscles, bones
and joints (RICE method: rest, ice, compression,
elevation); soft and rigid splinting and head, neck
and spinal injuries. Instructor: Melissa Lapides,
RN, is a licensed Red Cross CPR/first aid-training
provider. Max: 8 students. Some independent
work may be requested.
COP TALK Monday, 1:30-2:30
Join Officer Beutel and Officer Corbett for this
engaging and self-reflective course that gives
students an insight into law enforcement, while
challenging them to be good citizens and community
members. Topics include character and integrity,
peer pressure, alcohol, marijuana, prescription drug
abuse and drug use, Internet safety, cyber bullying,
sexting, choices and consequences. The final class
may culminate in an exciting “Mock Academy Day.”
Some independent work expected, in the form of
2-3 short reflective essays regarding the topics at
hand. Instructors: Kasi Beutel and Mark Corbett
are with the Santa Barbara Police Department.
Max: 12
PHYSICAL EDUCATION Tuesday or Friday
11:00-12:30
PE should be about turning children on to a lifetime
love of physical activity and help spark that love in
students. So, this will not be a “typical” PE class.
Every class will begin and end with stretching to
prevent injury and promote flexibility. Activities
explored will include ultimate Frisbee, par-course,
strength training with bands, and flag football. Ideas
from the students and what they want to learn will
also be encouraged. Good nutrition will also be
discussed during the classes. Instructor Melissa
Lapides, RN, is a licensed Red Cross CPR/first aidtraining provider, an ACE (American Council on
Exercise) certified personal trainer, and certified
Pilates instructor. Max: 15
YOGA FOR TEENS Thursday 11:00-12:30
In this breath centered practice, students experience
improved physical and mental flexibility, inner and
outer focus, self-regulation and awareness of others.
Some of the techniques used in my class include
breathing, asana, partner activities/poses and
guided meditation. Comfortable clothing/ workoutwear required; yoga mat highly recommended.
Instructor Katlen Ebert runs In Balance Yoga
Therapy. http://inbalance-yoga.com. Max: 12
FINE ART OF PRINTMAKING Thursday, 1:302:45
Using acrylic paint, brushes, plaster of paris, and
other medium, students will each make a mold/mask
of their own face using plaster cloth, also called
plaster gauze, then design his/her mask from
exquisite to bizarre or turning it into a relief
sculpture. All levels welcome! Students are asked to
help clean up. $25 lab fee due first class. Instructor:
Helle Rasmussen is a professional artist.
Enrollment: Max 15
STUDY SESSION: times vary
This time is for independent study only, and a
chance for students to practice valuable self-directed
study skills. A trained educator or qualified assistant
will help support, monitor and/or supervise
students in their learning as needed, but students
must come with home school or OSA course
materials to work on for the full-allotted time, an
assignment notebook (so supervisor knows what is
meant to be accomplished), and an appropriate book
to read when done with assigned work. Parents
should help students create a schedule of lessons to
complete per day. Wi-Fi available if students bring
laptops/iPads. Facilitators vary. Max: 10 students
per session.
COMMUNITY CIRCLE, daily M-TH, 10:3011:00
This special time prior to first break is for our group
to come together for an open forum discussion to
share what matters to them, resolve any conflicts
that may be brewing, or support peers in their needs.
No charge. ALL students on the premises at this time
are asked to attend this important time for
connection.
LUNCHTIME!
Two options. Sign up for each day. Break: 12:301:00 Lunchtime for everyone on site: 1:00-1:30
Lunchtime supervision only from 12:30-1:30,
bring your own healthy lunch and beverage. No
microwave is available.
Healthy Lunch: Our lunches are genuinely delicious,
and good for you! Instructor Laura Erlig has
created a masterful healthy menu that will entice any
appetite. Lunch items will be fresh and varied, and
beverages included (water, iced tea, lemonade,
juice)- all prepared ON SITE. As part of our
community commitment, students who select this
option are asked to participate in clean up.
Volunteer help is always appreciated. Please let
us know if you can assist, and on which day.
Lunch included for parents who attend and
assist!
CRPD: ALL SORTS OF SPORTS Wednesday,
1:30-2:30
This introductory class will cover essential
volleyball, dodge ball, and basketball skills in a fun,
recreational setting. Instructor: Robby Williams.
Enrollment: Max 20
CRPD: SHAPES OF NATURE Thursday, 9:0010:30
Experience nature’s beauty at the molecular level!
This course is a complete hands-on workshop,
building models of molecules, bubbles in the shape of
a cube, viruses, and playing Molecule Maker. Kids
who love to build will discover that nature is filled
with beautiful shapes. Many students take this
popular class a second time! Instructor Dr. Steve
Yoshinaga. Max: 10
CRPD: CHEMISTRY R US Tuesday, 9:00-10:45
This class is part one of two (Chemistry R Us, part 2
will be offered in the second session), but it is part of
a four-part series for foundational chemistry and
biology. Taking ALL FOUR courses (Chemistry R Us,
part 2; Biological World in Session 3; Math in
Chemistry in Session 4) is highly recommended. This
first course will introduce students to the joys of
chemistry, covering current 6th-8th California
chemistry standards in a fun, interactive way. Classes
include lecture, video, demonstration, and hands-on
activities. Some students enjoy it so much they take
this class twice! Instructor: Steve Yoshinaga, Ph.D.
Max: 12 students.
CRPD: CHEMISTRY Study Group for 8th-10th
Monday, 1:30-3:30
This chemistry class is text-based course for
10th graders, but is appropriate for 8th-10th
students (or older). This is a rigorous high
school level science class in chemistry. The
chemistry text is Prentice Hall, 2007.
Students are strongly encouraged to take a
chemistry lab course concurrently with
this class, as we will cover theory and
practice problems. This 30-week course is
equivalent to a high school level chemistry
course, and spans the entire year (four
sessions). This class covers over 14 subject
areas, including separating mixtures,
solubility and solutions, chemical reactions
and stoichiometry, reduction-oxidation
(redox) reactions, acid-base chemistry,
chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, gas
chemistry, thermochemistry,
electrochemistry, colloids and suspensions,
and analytical chemistry. Instructor: Steve
Yoshinaga, Ph.D. Max: 8 students.
CRPD: CHEMISTRY LAB for 8th-10th Monday,
11:00-1:00 PM
This Chemistry lab is to supplement the
text-based course for 10th graders, but is
appropriate for 8th-10th students (or older)
working at this level. This is a rigorous high
school level science laboratory in chemistry.
Over 30 experiments are planned. Students
will learn to write laboratory reports and
conduct experiments in a safe and
responsible manner. The labs generally
correlate with the topics presented in the
chemistry text from Prentice Hall, 2007.
Students are expected to be taking a text-
based chemistry course concurrently with
this lab. Students are expected to be
prepared for labs. This 30-week course is
equivalent to the lab component for a high
school level chemistry course, and spans the
entire year. Over 30 lab activities cover 14
subject areas, including separating mixtures,
solubility and solutions, chemical reactions
and stoichiometry, reduction-oxidation
(redox) reactions, acid-base chemistry,
chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, gas
chemistry, thermochemistry,
electrochemistry, colloids and suspensions,
and analytical chemistry.umA $75 lab fee is
required by the first class and will cover
the entire year. We will use the CK01B
Standard Home School Chemistry
Laboratory Kit, from Home Scientist, LLC
http://www.thehomescientist.com/kits/CK
01B/ck01b-main.html It is a comprehensive
kit with over 30 experiments. We have an
added bonus of Special Molecular Biology
Labs in last week of session 1 and Weeks 1
and 2 of Session 2. This is a great
opportunity to work with real laboratory
equipment. Instructor: Steve Yoshinaga,
Ph.D. Max: 8 students. Independent
study/reading required.
CRPD: BIOLOGY LAB for 8th-11th Thursday,
11:00-1:00 PM
This Biology lab is to supplement the text-based
course for 9th graders, but is appropriate for 8th-10th
students (or older). This is a rigorous high school
level science laboratory in biology. Over 30
experiments are planned. Students will learn to write
laboratory reports and conduct experiments in a safe
and responsible manner. The labs generally correlate
with the topics presented in the biology text from
Prentice Hall, 2003 (with the dragonfly cover).
Students are expected to take a text-based
biology course concurrently with this lab, and
must be prepared for labs by reading and reviewing
the lessons PRIOR to the lab. We will use the
LK01 Home School Life Science Laboratory Kit, from
The Home Scientist, LLC, a comprehensive kit with
over 30 experiments.
http://www.thehomescientist.com/kits/LK01/lk01main.html There is an added bonus of a special
AMGEN Molecular Biology Labs in Week 1 and 2 of
Session 2. There is a lab fee of $75 that is covers
the entire year. Instructor: Steve Yoshinaga,
Ph.D. Max: 8 students. Independent study/reading
required.
CRPD: PHYSICAL SCIENCE LAB for 8th-11th
Tuesday, 11:00-1:00 PM
This Physical Science lab is to supplement the text-
based course for 8th or 9th graders, but is appropriate
for 8th-10th students (or older). *It is designed for
students who require a solid background for
continuing high school science in biology, chemistry
and physics. If your student’s math and science
exposure has not been comprehensive, then physical
science should be taken instead of chemistry or
biology in 9th grade. This is a rigorous high school
level science laboratory in physical science. Over 30
experiments are planned. Students will learn to write
laboratory reports and conduct experiments in a safe
and responsible manner. The labs generally correlate
with the topics presented in the Physical Science text
from Glencoe Science, 2008. A $75 lab fee is
required by the first class and will cover the
entire year. We will use the MicroPhySci Kit
Standard 2nd Edition from Quality Science Labs,
LLC, a comprehensive kit with over 30 experiments
and an added bonus of Special Molecular Biology
Labs in last week of session 1 and Weeks 1 and 2 of
Session 2. This is a great opportunity to work with
real laboratory equipment. Instructor: Steve
Yoshinaga, Ph.D. Enrollment: Max 8
Independent study/reading required.
CRPD: MOBILE APP DESIGN (IOS) Thursday,
1:30-3:00
Build your own mobile apps for the world’s most
coveted platform: iOS! Students build games,
simulations, and applications leveraging features of
user interface, programming logic, sensors and
interfaces. Students have fun learning the essentials
of mobile app design, and take their games home to
share. Students use Visual Tools to develop Mobile
Apps for iPhone and iPad. $25 lab lee payable to
instructors at the first class. Instructors: Sandbox
Computers for Kids, Inc. Max 10
CRPD: CODING FOR KIDS: BEGINNING WEB
DESIGN Monday, 1:30-3:00
Part 1 of a two-part class (both classes not required).
6th-12th grade students will learn to create their own
web pages using HTML. Topics include essential
HTML symbols, hyperlinks, navigation bars, graphics
and image editing, and more. Students need access to
a Windows or Mac OS computer at home in order to
complete some assignments on their WebPages. Web
hosting provided. Hands-on fun! Instructors:
Charles Hacker and/or Steve Kraetsch. Max: 9
students