Wednesday - Science Lab - 127: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
Join us as we explore the world of comic strips. We will look at the history of comics, the work of notable past cartoonists, and comics today.
Students will learn strip layout, lettering, and character design. Each student will create their own comic strip with a week’s worth of finished samples that will be showcased at the end of the class (yes, people will get to read your comic strips; there isn’t much point in doing this if you don’t let people read your work).
Concise writing is important for a good comic strip. Students will work to develop brevity in their writing, since comics are confined within tight spatial limits. A well-written comic can succeed despite mediocre artwork, but exceptional drawing skills cannot rescue a poorly-written strip.
Finally, we will look at current avenues for comic strip publication.
This class will run for one semester. Students will have homework, but the amount will vary each week.
Students will need to furnish their own pens, pencils, erasers, and drawing pads. Students should have access to a computer, since comics today are often created digitally. A number of assignments will require students to download and print pictures for writing and drawing exercises.
Requirements:
None
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Computer Skills
Ages 8yr-19yr+
Valenti, Jill
Spring 2024
Computer Technology
- Typing
Schedule:
Tuesday - Computer Lab - 125: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
Come strengthen your keyboarding and computer skills in this hands-on course! Students will spend 4 weeks each on: word processing, spreadsheets, slideshow presentations, and simple graphic design. This class is appropriate for students looking to learn their way around a computer as well as seasoned students needing time in the computer lab to complete homework assignments. The teacher will give assignments for each unit, but any assignment may be replaced with a similar one of the student's or parent's choosing to make the best use of lab time. This class accommodates a wide age range as it is run more like concurrent tutoring than whole classroom teaching, reach out to the teacher on Slack if you have any questions!
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$75.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Computers for Kids
Ages 8yr-11yr
Valenti, Jill
Fall 2023
Computer Technology
- Computer Science
Schedule:
Monday - Computer Lab - 125: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
Come strengthen your computer skills in this hands-on course! Centered around the theme of planning a birthday party, students will learn about: basic typing, computer literacy, and introductory graphic design. In-class assignments will include making a party invitation in canva, searching the internet for a recipe, creating a document for gift ideas, using spreadsheets to manage guests and budget, and sending an email thank you note.
Requirements:
At home, students need access to a computer with a keyboard for typing homework. Students will use a classroom google account for docs, sheets, and email. In-class assignments can be done on a personal laptop or a computer from the computer lab. This is a computer class, so tablets or mobile devices are not permitted
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Specialty
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Conversation Building
Ages 9yr-13yr
Zalozh, Jayri
Spring 2022
Language Arts
- Speech
Schedule:
Monday - Science Lab - 127: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
In this communication class we will be engaging in weekly presentations, weekly group conversations and weekly one on one conversations with each other. This class is designed to help kids develop their communication skills and feel more confident in them.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Cooking with Kids
Ages 8yr-12yr
Burlacu, Jilda
Spring 2023
Arts
- General Art
Schedule:
Tuesday - Art Studio - 129: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
A continuation from last semester. The life skill of cooking is an important skill for any child. In this class we will continue to learn the art of reading recipes, knife skills, nutrition, and making simple meals and snacks, both savory and sweet. We will also continue to learn safety when using various appliances.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Specialty
Admin Fee:
$4, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$130.00
Supply Fee:
$45.00
Cooking and Kitchen Skills
Ages 8yr-12yr
Burlacu, Jilda
Spring 2022
Schedule:
Monday - Classroom - 220: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
Are you new to cooking? Do you want to learn to feel more comfortable helping in the kitchen? This class is for you. We will explore using various kitchen tools, making simple meals or snacks, and learn how to read recipes.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$32, Term Total = $32
Class Fee:
$125.00
Supply Fee:
$35.00
Cooking with Kids 1
Ages 8yr-12yr
Burlacu, Jilda
Fall 2022
Science
- Food
Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom - 220: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
The life skill of cooking is an important skill for any child. In this class we will learn the art of measuring, reading recipes, knife skills, nutrition, and making simple meals and snacks. We will also be learning safety when using various appliances.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$64, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$130.00
Supply Fee:
$45.00
Cooking with Kids I
Ages 8yr-12yr
Burlacu, Jilda
Fall 2023
Science
- Food
Schedule:
Tuesday - Science Lab - 127: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
The life skill of cooking is an important skill for any child. In this class we will learn the art of measuring, reading recipes, knife skills, nutrition, and making simple meals and snacks. We will also be learning safety when using various appliances and kitchen tools.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$135.00
Supply Fee:
$45.00
Cooking with Kids II
Ages 8yr-12yr
Burlacu, Jilda
Spring 2024
Science
- Food
Schedule:
Tuesday - Science Lab - 127: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
The life skill of cooking is an important skill for any child. In this class we will learn the art of measuring, reading recipes, knife skills, nutrition, and making simple meals and snacks. We will also be learning safety when using various appliances and kitchen tools. The recipes this semester will be different than the ones from the Fall semester.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Elective
Admin Fee:
$4.00, Term Total = $64
Class Fee:
$140.00
Supply Fee:
$40.00
Costume Design and Management
Ages 13yr-18yr
Douglas, Megan
Fall 2024
Theater
- Production
Schedule:
Thursday - Shop - SHOP: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
Students will learn the process of costuming for a theater production. They will learn how to plan, create and manage costuming for current theater projects at Firmly Planted.
Requirements:
Must have taken a sewing class at the center or have approval from teacher.