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Math Workshops
Build confidence, master key math skills, and have fun with hands-on games and challenges.
Strong math skills are the foundation for future success, and this engaging, game-based workshop helps rising 5th and 6th graders solidify their understanding of multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals. Students will develop deep conceptual understanding while also memorizing essential math facts that will make middle school math easier.
Through interactive games, real-world problem-solving, and team challenges, students will:
- Master multiplication and division strategies for quick, accurate calculations
- Build fluency with fractions and decimals and understand how they connect
- Apply math to real-world scenarios like budgeting, cooking, and shopping
- Strengthen problem-solving skills while having fun in a small-group setting
Each session combines engaging instruction with hands-on activities, math games, and friendly competitions to make learning exciting and effective. For students who take more than one session, the core concepts will remain the same, but new games, activities, and challenges will keep learning fresh and fun while reinforcing essential math skills. This workshop is perfect for students who need a boost in math confidence, want to reinforce key concepts, or are ready to get ahead before the new school year.
Middle school math introduces big changes, and this interactive, game-based workshop helps students master pre-algebra concepts before the school year begins. Through engaging activities, problem-solving challenges, and real-world applications, students will:
- Convert fractions, decimals, and percents with confidence
- Strengthen ratios, rates, and proportional reasoning
- Master integer operations and understand positive and negative numbers
- Solve expressions and equations with variables
- Graph points and equations on the coordinate plane
Each session combines targeted instruction with math games, team challenges, and strategy-building exercises to make learning fun and effective. For students who take more than one session, the core concepts will remain the same, but new games, activities, and challenges will keep learning fresh while reinforcing essential math skills. This workshop is perfect for students who need a confidence boost, want to reinforce key concepts, or are ready to get ahead before the new school year.
Algebra is a major step in a student’s math journey, and this engaging, problem-solving-based workshop ensures students are ready for the challenge. Designed for rising Algebra 1 students, this course reinforces key pre-algebra concepts while introducing foundational algebra skills. Through interactive instruction, hands-on activities, and real-world applications, students will:
- Strengthen fluency with integers, exponents, and order of operations
- Master solving multi-step equations and inequalities
- Explore linear functions, graphing, and slope
- Work with ratios, proportions, and percentages in algebraic contexts
- Develop problem-solving strategies to tackle complex math challenges
Each session combines structured lessons with math games, collaborative problem-solving, and skill-building exercises to make learning engaging and effective. This workshop is perfect for students looking to solidify their pre-algebra skills, build confidence in algebraic thinking, and start Algebra 1 on the right foot.
Geometry introduces new ways of thinking about math, combining logic, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving. This workshop helps students develop a deep understanding of key geometry concepts while strengthening their ability to analyze and solve geometric problems. Through hands-on activities, visual models, and real-world applications, students will:
- Explore geometric reasoning, including points, lines, planes, and angles
- Master properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, and other polygons
- Work with perimeter, area, surface area, and volume
- Understand similarity, congruence, and transformations
- Apply the Pythagorean Theorem and basic trigonometry
- Develop proofs and logical reasoning skills
Each session includes engaging lessons, interactive problem-solving, and hands-on challenges designed to make geometry both accessible and exciting. Students will leave with the confidence and skills needed to excel in their upcoming geometry course. This workshop is ideal for students preparing to take Geometry or those looking to reinforce their skills for a stronger start.
For many students, returning to advanced algebra after a year away from algebraic thinking can feel like a challenge. This workshop is designed to bridge the gap between Algebra 1 and Advanced Algebra (Algebra 2) by reinforcing key concepts and reactivating problem-solving strategies. Through targeted instruction, real-world applications, and engaging problem sets, students will:
- Review essential Algebra 1 topics, including linear and quadratic equations
- Strengthen skills in exponents, radicals, and polynomial operations
- Solve systems of equations and inequalities with confidence
- Explore functions, including exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions
- Work with sequences, series, and introductory probability concepts
- Develop problem-solving strategies for tackling multi-step algebraic challenges
Each session combines structured lessons with hands-on activities, collaborative problem-solving, and algebraic reasoning challenges to help students get back into algebra mode before the school year begins. This workshop is perfect for students who want to refresh their algebra skills, fill in knowledge gaps, and start Advanced Algebra with confidence.
Writing Workshops
Writing well is a superpower, and this workshop helps students develop confidence, clarity, and structure in their writing. We cover everything from sentence mechanics and grammar essentials to building strong paragraphs and crafting a full five-paragraph essay. Students will learn how to write compelling thesis statements, support their ideas with clear evidence, and structure their thoughts in a way that flows logically.
Along the way, we’ll also sharpen persuasive writing skills, introduce creative storytelling techniques, and teach self-editing strategies to help students polish their work. By the end of the workshop, students will have completed a full five-paragraph essay and gained the tools to tackle future writing assignments with ease.
This interactive, small-group workshop is perfect for students who want to strengthen their writing skills before the school year, whether they need a confidence boost or a head start on essay writing.
For students ready to move beyond the five-paragraph essay, this workshop focuses on advanced argumentation, literary analysis, and rhetorical writing techniques. Students will learn how to craft nuanced thesis statements, integrate evidence seamlessly, and refine their writing style for clarity and impact.
Through real-world examples, engaging debates, and hands-on writing exercises, students will develop the skills to write persuasively, analyze texts effectively, and structure complex arguments. This workshop is ideal for students preparing for high school-level analytical writing, persuasive essays, and research-based assignments.
By the end of the course, students will have completed a polished, multi-paragraph analytical or persuasive essay and gained the tools to write with confidence and sophistication in any academic setting.
Designed for rising 9th and 10th graders or students who have completed the Grammar & Writing Boost workshop.
This engaging, hands-on workshop is perfect for students who love to write, want to build confidence in their storytelling, or just need a creative way to strengthen their writing skills. Through fun challenges, interactive games, and collaborative activities, students will explore:
- Character creation and world-building – Designing unique characters and immersive settings
- Dialogue and voice – Writing realistic conversations and developing a strong narrative style
- Short stories and flash fiction – Crafting engaging, well-structured stories
- Poetry and wordplay – Experimenting with rhythm, imagery, and figurative language
- Storytelling and performance – Bringing writing to life through spoken word and dramatic readings
Each session combines creative writing exercises with interactive storytelling, giving students the chance to experiment, collaborate, and express themselves in a supportive and inspiring environment. Whether they’re an aspiring author or just looking for a fun way to improve their writing, students will leave with new skills, greater confidence, and plenty of original work to be proud of.
Organization Workshops
Middle school comes with more homework, bigger projects, and higher expectations, and strong executive function skills make all the difference. This interactive workshop helps students develop organization, time management, and study strategies in a fun, engaging way. Through hands-on activities, games, and real-world applications, students will:
- Learn how to track assignments, manage deadlines, and create an organized system
- Master time management techniques to avoid last-minute stress and procrastination
- Discover effective note-taking and study methods that improve memory and understanding
- Develop focus and concentration strategies to manage distractions and improve productivity
Each session includes engaging instruction, small-group activities, and interactive challenges designed to help students practice and apply these essential skills.
This workshop is ideal for rising 6th-8th graders who want to feel more confident, prepared, and in control of their schoolwork before the next academic year.
High school demands strong executive functioning skills, from balancing a heavier workload to preparing for exams and managing long-term projects. This hands-on, practical workshop gives students the tools they need to stay organized, focused, and ahead of deadlines. Through real-world applications, skill-building exercises, and engaging challenges, students will:
- Develop a personalized organization system to track assignments, due dates, and responsibilities
- Learn time management techniques to balance academics, extracurriculars, and social life
- Strengthen note-taking and study strategies to improve comprehension and retention
- Discover how to stay focused and avoid distractions in an increasingly digital world
Each session includes interactive activities, real-world scenarios, and executive function “escape room” challenges that make learning practical and engaging. This workshop is ideal for high school students who want to increase productivity, reduce stress, and build the skills needed for academic success.