Science and Math Detectives: Ms. Wu and teaching assistants

Science detectives will examine a make-believe crime scene and conduct a variety of

hands-on forensic science tests on the evidence to solve the mystery crime; Math

detectives will promote their thinking skills and enhance their Mathematical learning

through problem solving with concrete materials and student writing to develop the

childrens' understanding of Math concepts.

Art with Action: Ms. Wu and teaching assistants

For young kids summer afternoons can be a drag. Not so in Art with Action. This class

will provide your youngster with the opportunity to enhance both their small and large

motor skills. The afternoon will consist of PE style games like tag, four square and

capture the flag as well as time to explore different styles of art and music in a positive

learning environment.

Extended After Care and Open Computer Lab

Extended After Care and Open Computer Lab for Summer Enrichment from 3:30 to 5:00

provides activities and access to the Macintosh computer lab under the watchful eye of

Mr. Ekedahl and a staff of high school and college counselors.

Traditional Sports: Mr. Caruana

Taught by one of CSUS’ basketball coaches and PE instructors, this class will focus on

building students’ skills in games like soccer, tennis, basketball and baseball. Don’t

worry, this class will not be all drills, but instead use fun and competitive games to

improve student skills.

Math Power: Ms. Rea

Students will improve problem solving, critical thinking, and basic math skills to

reinforce or fill in gaps from this past school year -- and get a jump-start on next fall’s

math curriculum. Real-life situations used in the problems encourage growth in criticalthinking

and reasoning skills. The NCTM Content Standards are targeted with lessons in

numbers and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, and data analysis and

probability. Throughout the course students will learn mental math tricks, solve riddles

and logic puzzles.

Science of Structures: Ms. Hudick

In this hands-on science class, students will explore the physics of the world around us.

Students will build towers and bridges and create boats and cars all while developing a

better understanding of stability, strength, hydrodynamics and aerodynamics. Famous

inventors and engineers will be discussed through stories and writing.

Myths and Legends: Mr. Webb

In this course, students will study the mythology of many cultures, including Asian,

Celtic, African, Latin American and ancient Greek. Students will search for universal

themes and qualities that make myths timeless. Each student will then write an original

myth and share it with the class.

Public Speaking: TBD

Many adults fear speaking in public more than the thought of dying! It is not so bad in

this fun class where you will gain confidence, learn how to breathe and articulate clearly,

laugh while learning tongue twisters, and possibly pick up a new dialect.