Super Cool Summer School - Grades 1-8

Reading and Writing Gr. 1-2 (Max enrolment 15)

Reading and writing are the keys to success in all subjects and grades. A multifaceted approach will improve children’s ability to read and write with more fluency and accuracy. Various activities will improve comprehension through brainstorming, mind mapping and critical thinking. An individual assessment of the student’s writing will also be completed so that lessons can target trouble areas. Reading and writing skills will be enriched to pave the way for future success!

(Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Reading and Writing Gr. 3-4 (Max enrolment 15)

Reading and writing are the keys to success in all subjects and grades. A multifaceted approach will improve children’s ability to read and write with more fluency and accuracy. Various activities will improve comprehension through brainstorming, mind mapping and critical thinking. An individual assessment of the student’s writing will also be completed so that lessons can target trouble areas. Reading and writing skills will be enriched to pave the way for future success!

(Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Reading and Writing Gr. 5-6 (Max enrolment 15)

Reading and writing are the keys to success in all subjects and grades. A multifaceted approach will improve children’s ability to read and write with more fluency and accuracy. Various activities will improve comprehension through brainstorming, mind mapping and critical thinking. An individual assessment of the student’s writing will also be completed so that lessons can target trouble areas. Reading and writing skills will be enriched to pave the way for future success!

(Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Reading and Writing Gr. 7-8 (Max enrolment 15)

Reading and writing are the keys to success in all subjects and grades. A multifaceted approach will improve children’s ability to read and write with more fluency and accuracy. Various activities will improve comprehension through brainstorming, mind mapping and critical thinking. An individual assessment of the student’s writing will also be completed so that lessons can target trouble areas. Reading and writing skills will be enriched to pave the way for future success!

(Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Numeracy Gr. 1-2 (Max enrolment 15)

Keep the fun in “fundamentals” to build confidence,  understanding and success. Hands-on manipulatives and innovative strategies will assist students in putting theory into practice. Students with difficulty with units during the school year will receive the necessary remedial teaching to ensure successful math experiences in future grades. Enrichment will also be provided by introducing keen students to future curriculum. (Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Numeracy Gr. 3-4 (Max enrolment 15)

Keep the fun in “fundamentals” to build confidence,  understanding and success. Hands-on manipulatives and innovative strategies will assist students in putting theory into practice. Students with difficulty with units during the school year will receive the necessary remedial teaching to ensure successful math experiences in future grades. Enrichment will also be provided by introducing keen students to future curriculum. (Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Numeracy Gr. 5-6 (Max enrolment 15)

Keep the fun in “fundamentals” to build confidence,  understanding and success. Hands-on manipulatives and innovative strategies will assist students in putting theory into practice. Students with difficulty with units during the school year will receive the necessary remedial teaching to ensure successful math experiences in future grades. Enrichment will also be provided by introducing keen students to future curriculum. (Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Numeracy Gr. 7-8 (Max enrolment 15)

Keep the fun in “fundamentals” to build confidence,  understanding and success. Hands-on manipulatives and innovative strategies will assist students in putting theory into practice. Students with difficulty with units during the school year will receive the necessary remedial teaching to ensure successful math experiences in future grades. Enrichment will also be provided by introducing keen students to future curriculum. (Please bring a notebook and pencil)

Carpentry for Kids (Woodworking):

Students learn to build and design TWO entirely different creative woodworking projects. They can utilize various tools to cut, sand, paint and build their projects from scratch. ($30 materials fee)

• Carpentry Gr. 5-8 (Max enrolment 25)

Junior Engineers Gr. 5-8 (Max enrolment 30)

Students will explore engineering concepts in a safe, fun and hands-on way. They will be able to do hands-on design and build using various materials. Students will also expand their knowledge of scientific engineering through technology and coding. They will face challenging yet accessible engineering activities from which they can learn and grow.

Snazzy Snacks Gr. 1-8 (Max enrolment 30)

Young chefs will have the opportunity to create mouth-watering appetizers and snacks. Young chefs will learn quick snack and munchie ideas and, of course, be able to sample and taste everything they prepare and cook in their kitchens. Students will also leave the class at the end of the week with a collection of tasty recipes they can try at home. *Please note we are not sensitive, but our recipes may contain dairy and gluten.

($30 grocery fee)

Artistic Avenue Gr. 1-8 (Max enrolment 30)

Throughout the course, students will engage in hands-on activities, guided explorations, and collaborative projects that encourage them to unleash their creativity and develop essential art skills. From painting and drawing to sculpting and mixed media, students will have the opportunity to experiment with a wide range of artistic mediums, allowing them to discover their unique creative voice.

($10 material fee. Please bring an art shirt - an oversized T-shirt will do)

Volleyball Gr. 5-8 (Max enrolment 30): Develop volleyball skills and knowledge in an enjoyable way with tons of energy. Learn to forearm pass and volley with better control and to spike and serve more accurately. Individual skills, court positioning and teamwork will be reinforced during gameplay. Improve your skills and play for your school team next year. Volleyball will be played indoors and outdoors.

Soccer Gr. 1-8 (Max enrolment 30)

Calling all soccer players! Come and experience a professional soccer course where students will develop their soccer skill level and athletic ability through various exciting soccer-themed games and activities. Following the ‘Long Term Player Development Model,’ students will develop the technical skills of dribbling, trapping, passing and shooting, as well as the tactical skills of attacking, defending and team play. Come and experience the ‘Beautiful Game’!

This high-energy course will develop basketball skills in an enjoyable, productive way. It will cover progressions in shooting, passing, dribbling, lay-ups, post moves, and other offensive skills. It will also address defensive systems, skills, and footwork. Individual and team skills will be reinforced during fun drills and games. Improve your skills and play for your school team next year. 

(Max enrolment 30)

Sweet Treats Gr. 5-8 (Max enrolment 20): Does the smell of chocolate and baking in the oven drive you crazy? Come learn how to bake some delicious temptations!  Young chefs will have the opportunity to be “hands-on” with everything they bake and tantalize their taste buds as they sample their creations. Students will also leave the class at the end of the week with a collection of recipes they can try at home. *Please note we are not sensitive, but our recipes may contain dairy and gluten. ($25 grocery fee) 

Super Sports Gr. 1-4 (Max enrolment 30): This exciting and popular course features participation, cooperation, and skill development in various spring, summer, and fall activities. Game focus reinforces individual and team skills. Favourite units include badminton, ball hockey, touch/flag football, swimming, softball, soccer, and lacrosse. Many other activities will be explored based on student interest. FUN, FUN, FUN… for everyone, in a less competitive environment! 

Young Scientists Gr. 1-4 (Max enrolment 30): Students will explore a hands-on “discovery” approach to science through investigations, experiments, and indoor/outdoor explorations. Basic chemistry, inventions and working with robots are just a few topics that will be explored in this course.  Learn about science through hands-on interaction in a safe environment and have fun!

Mini Masterpieces Gr. 1-4 (Max enrolment 30):

A fun and engaging art course for young artists, where students will experiment with various art mediums and techniques to create beautiful, colourful, one-of-a-kind art pieces. Students will explore texture, collage, colour, surface design and composition while discovering the fundamentals of combining painting, collage, drawing, assemblage and printmaking mixed-media projects – all while having fun and maybe getting a little messy! Students will use their creativity and imagination to bring their unique masterpieces to life. Tear, cut, rip, glue, paint, draw,  assemble – create!  

(Please bring an art shirt - an oversized t-shirt will do)

iCreate Through Code Gr. 1-8

Do you love to code? Do you want to learn to code? In this course, students will hone their computational thinking skills to create their own computer game, interactive art or animated story from scratch! They will learn how to code  

from start to finish, culminating in an end-of-week Hack-a-thon! At least half an hour per class will be designated for unplugged games and physical activity to reinforce computational thinking skills. It’s a course with the perfect balance!

(Max enrolment 20)