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ACT Prep Course
ACT Prep Classes

The ACT Prep Course consists of four, three-hour, class that meet one a day each week for four weeks. This course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, science reasoning, English strategies and review, essay writing, reading comprehension, and math strategies and review. Students enrolled in this course not only benefit from personal instruction provided by our experienced instructors, but also have free access to the online course, and may repeat the course at no extra charge.

Self-Paced Online ACT Prep Class
ACT Prep Classes

The purpose of the ACT Preparatory Course is to prepare students to take the ACT test. The course includes diagnostic testing, strategic instruction, and applied testing to all areas covered on the ACT. A major objective of the Advantage course is to help students stay abreast of any changes in the constantly evolving ACT test. This is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend in-school class or for students who prefer to prepare for the ACT exam on their own and at their desired pace. Once enrolled, students are sent an access code for their class via email. Students may also repeat this course at no extra charge.

Grandmasters of Chess
Brain Builders

Each Chess class follows four basic components: -Teach it!...Each class students are taught different chess concepts and coached to implement those concepts into their chess games. -Practice it!...Students practice positions set by the coach to improve their understanding of the concept. -Puzzle it!...Students are given chess puzzles (constructed by WIM Serafima Sokolovskaya) and work with coach guidance to solve them. -Play it!...Each class sends with students playing 20-30 minutes of chess. Coaches often feature in-class tournaments during the session. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session (a $49 annual value).

YEP Easy Science Club
Brain Builders

Discover the wonders of science by joining Easy Science Club! This hands-on club introduces young learners to simple, fun experiments and activities that spark curiosity and excitement about the world around them. Each session covers a new topic, allowing students to explore basic scientific concepts through interactive learning. Perfect for budding scientists of all levels!

YEP Lego Club
Brain Builders

YEP Lego Club is for students in Grades K-3 who love spending their time building Lego creations. We will have weekly challenges to inspire students! This class uses a "Pick your Price" model-please choose the price that works best for your family. All price points offer the same experience and we ask you to pay the price your family is able to.

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