Youth Special Interest
Python for Artificial Intelligence
(Ages 11-14)
Students take a deeper dive into coding using Python. Students will transition from block coding, which they learned in Scratch, to text-based coding. They will learn fundamental Python skills as they build creative stories, animations, and games. Basic topics will include using Python syntax, variables, loops, functions and built-in data structures. Students will begin using Python for AI and data science. We will explore more advanced elements of Python such as dictionaries and files and learn how to employ Python's powerful modules to build games, stories, and real-world data project.
Instructor: Create and Learn Instructor
Location: Online
Activity # Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP1-A Sa 04/10/21 - 05/29/21 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm $145
Artificial Intelligence Explorers
(Ages 9-10)
Want your kids to see what Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all about? This class will introduce them to key concepts in AI, and moreover, get firsthand experiences with cutting edge AI applications in image recognition, chatbot, and machine learning, etc. All in an age-appropriate way. We also build a small image recognition program in the class. With our small class size, world-class curriculum, and team projects, kids will also get ample opportunities to exercise their creativity, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Instructor: Create and Learn Instructor
Location: Online
Activity # Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP2-A Sa 04/10/21 - 05/29/21 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm $145
Scratch Ninja
(Ages 7-8)
This class uses Scratch, a coding platform developed by MIT, as a tool to teach core computer science and coding concepts such as loop, conditional, motion, and sensing. Students will also work on a project in each session ranging from animation, games, to graphic design and storytelling, etc. The class employs a variety of interesting topics to teach logical thinking and inspire creativity, so your kids are not only learning but also creating starting from day one. Kids will be challenged to be creative and solve tough problems while learning the deeper computer science concepts.
Instructor: Create and Learn Instructor
Location: Online
Activity # Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP3-A Sa 04/10/21 - 05/29/21 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm $145
Jr. Chef Box
(Ages 6-16)
Looking for a hands on, tasty activity for your Jr. Chef? Get your very own chef box each week with all the delicious ingredients and instructions to make a meal for up to 4 people! A prerecorded video will be provided for your aspiring chef to cook on their own time! Have your Jr. Chef expand on their cooking from home experience. The time and day listed is the weekly pick-up time at the park and rec to receive your Jr Chef Box Kit.
Instructor: Junior Chef Stars
Location: Recreation Center, Senior Wing Parking Lot
Activity # Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP4-A Th 04/08/21 - 05/27/21 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm $312
STEMagery
(Ages 11-13)
STEM meets the stage in this online creative writing workshop. Learn about topics in genetics, microbiology, immunology, and ecology alongside elements of drama. Please note this is a self-paced, asynchronous class. A meeting will be held on Monday, April 5th at 3:30pm on Zoom to discuss course content.
Instructor: Shanawa Richardson
Location: Online
Activity # Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP6-A M 04/05/21 - 06/07/21 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm $395
Academic Writing: Response to Literature
(Ages 7-10)
Become a better writer through reading! Students learn how to respond to readings clearly, concisely, and coherently as they practice supporting a central idea with strong examples and details. Students in this class focus on six skills: organization, voice, content, clarity, sentence fluency, and grammar/mechanics. Class size max 12 to better attention and feedback.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP10-A 7-8 W 04/28/21 - 06/02/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
SPRING21.SP10-B 8-10 W 04/28/21 - 06/02/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
Academic Writing: Non-Fiction
(Ages 8-14)
Get better at responding to articles and non-fiction pieces. Students read and respond to different types of articles and non-fiction pieces: articles, memoirs, and biographies. In doing so, students improve their reading and critical thinking skills. Small class size of 12.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP11-A 8-10 Th 04/29/21 - 06/03/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
SPRING21.SP11-B 11-14 Th 04/29/21 - 06/03/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
Academic Writing: Focus and Accuracy
(Ages 7-10)
Bring purpose to your writing! To achieve specific goals, students will learn to tailor their writing-style to particular audiences. Various genres and styles of writing will be explored, and students will try their hand at each. Taught at age-appropriate level by experienced instructors. Max of 12 students.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP12-A 7-8 W 03/17/21 - 04/21/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
SPRING21.SP12-B 8-10 W 03/17/21 - 04/21/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
Academic Math
(Ages 7-10)
Develop your interest and confidence in math! With this LIVE online class, students will learn skills and strategies through essential Common Core mathematic standards. Students will break down problems found in competitive math tests like Math Kangaroo, Math Olympiad, and AMC 8 while developing critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. Max class size of 12 students.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP13-A 7-8 W 03/17/21 - 04/21/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP13-B 9-10 W 03/17/21 - 04/21/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP13-C 7-8 W 04/28/21 - 06/02/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP13-D 9-10 W 04/28/21 - 06/02/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
Confident Debate: Student Congress
(Ages 8-14)
Ensure an academic edge! In LIVE online Student Congress, a mock legislative session, students debate “bills” While they improve critical thinking, research, organization, presentation, and listening skills, students have fun, gain confidence, and experience teambuilding. Max 12 students in a camp.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP14-A 8-10 F 03/19/21 - 04/23/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP14-B 11-14 F 03/19/21 - 04/23/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
Confident Debate: SPAR
(Ages 8-14)
Learn how to argue clearly! SPAR debates focus on fast-paced, one-on-one arguments featuring simple, yet fun topics. Students learn how to think on their feet, articulate an argument, improv rebuttals, and learn both sides of a topic. Max 12 students in a camp.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP15-A 8-10 F 04/30/21 – 06/04/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP15-B 11-14 F 04/30/21 – 06/04/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
Confident Public Speaking: Student Leadership
(Ages 6-10)
Make your message heard! Student Leadership encourages children to develop skills in diplomatic speaking, research, and writing. Students learn develop speeches on a cause, draft advocacy letters, and create presentations. Taught at age-appropriate levels. Max of 12 students so instructors can help each student.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP16-A 6-8 M-F 04/05/21 - 04/09/21 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm $200
SPRING21.SP16-B 8-10 M-F 04/05/21 - 04/09/21 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm $200
Confident Public Speaking: Reader's Theater
(Ages 6-10)
Make reading come alive! Develop public speaking skills while becoming better readers! Students explore characterization and setting as they act out age-appropriate stories, nurturing confidence and creativity, learning to analyze and interpret characters while acting out plays, and improving their reading comprehension strategies.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP17-A 6-8 Tu 04/27/21 - 06/01/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP17-B 8-10 Tu 04/27/21 - 06/01/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
Confident Public Speaking: Persuasive
(Ages 8-14)
Learn to argue effectively! In this online LIVE class, Students learn how to develop a well-organized and cohesive argument while gaining research and critical thinking experience that will strengthen their writing. The course emphasizes vocal and physical delivery and teaches students how to analyze their audience and use logos, pathos, and ethos to move listeners. Small class, detailed feedback, and professional coaches! Small classes of 12 students allow for ample individual feedback from expert instructors!
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP18-A 8-10 Th 04/29/21 - 06/03/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP18-B 11-14 Th 04/29/21 - 06/03/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
Confident Public Speaking: Impromptu
(Ages 8-14)
Ever been asked a question you weren't prepared to answer? Perhaps the most versatile speech type, this online LIVE class teaches skills critical to speaking on the spot in various situations! This course teaches organization and delivery skills critical to speaking effectively on the spot. Students will learn to present themselves with confidence, organize their ideas quickly, and speak effectively. Small classes of 12 students allow for ample individual feedback from expert instructors!
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP19-A 8-10 Th 03/18/21 - 04/22/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP19-B 11-14 Th 03/18/21 - 04/22/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
Confident Public Speaking: Creative Interpretation
(Ages 6-10)
Build confidence and expression! In this LIVE online class, students explore literature and characterization while strengthening their speaking skills! Pre-written speeches give students the opportunity to analyze characters, mood, and elements of narrative while creating environments that best accommodate their setting, dramatic or humorous! Max 12 student in a class.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP20-A 6-8 Tu 03/16/21 - 04/20/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
SPRING21.SP20-B 8-10 Tu 03/16/21 - 04/20/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $125
Creative Writing: Short Story
(Ages 8-14)
In this ONLINE Creative Writing camp, students will learn how to write creatively while learning how to organize, write with more descriptive detail, and focus to be the best writers they can be. With this LIVE online class, students will participate in interactive activities and practice, gaining confidence and strategies as a creative writer.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP21-A 8-10 M-F 04/05/21 - 04/09/21 10:00 am - 12:00 pm $200
SPRING21.SP21-B 11-14 M-F 04/05/21 - 04/09/21 10:00 am - 12:00 pm $200
FREE Communication Academy Open House
(Ages 6-14)
Give your child the skills to succeed both inside and outside the classroom! Attend our FREE 60-minute LIVE online open house to get an excellent overview of all of our courses and participate in sample speech, debate, writing, and math activities. Parents and students are welcome to join us for a session of fun and learning!
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP7-A W 03/10/21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm $0
National Language Arts Contest & Prep
(Ages 8-11)
Prepare and take the National Language Arts League Contest! The contest covers the following subjects: spelling, vocabulary, reading comprehension, analogies, and grammar. Students gain a stronger foundation of these writing skills through our prep class and are automatically invited to take the contest on Saturday, May 1st. With a small student to instructor ratio of 12 to 1, students get feedback from instructors to improve and be a better writer for the contest and in school.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP8-A 8-9 Sa 03/13/21 - 05/01/21 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm $200
SPRING21.SP8-B 10-11 Sa 03/13/21 - 05/01/21 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm $200
National Science Contest & Prep
(Ages 9-11)
Prepare and take the National Science League Contest. Testing the knowledge base of a little of each from following: life sciences, chemistry, physics, and biology, students go through a comprehensive overview in the prep class. Students who sign up are invited to take the National Science League contest on May 1, 2020. By preparing for the contest, students gain a stronger grasp on the sciences and improve in the contest and in school.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP22-A Sa 03/13/21 - 05/01/21 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm $200
Academic Writing: Word Choice and Fluency
(Ages 8-14)
Bring your writing into focus! Students are guided by expert instructors to develop and communicate messages effectively using advanced writing skills. Literary devices such as metaphor and simile, vocabulary, and accurate word usage are applied to communicate ideas clearly through their writing. Taught at age-appropriate level. Max of 12 students.
Instructor: Communication Academy
Location: Online
Activity # Ages Day Date Time Fee
SPRING21.SP9-A 8-10 Th 03/18/21 - 04/22/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
SPRING21.SP9-B 11-14 Th 03/18/21 - 04/22/21 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm $125
