July 29 – August 14
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at 1 pm and 4 pm
STUDENT SKILLS WORKSHOP
This three personalized one-on-one Zoom sessions are designed to help rising freshmen and sophomores prepare for a smooth and successful transition into high school. This workshop focuses on:
- Strengthening core reading comprehension and writing skills
- Using assigned summer reading to build academic strategies
- Breaking down effective study habits
- Learning how to plan for projects and papers
The ultimate goal is to equip students with reliable, effective academic tools that actually work.
How It Works
We’ll schedule three virtual Zoom sessions across two weeks.
You choose your session time: 1 pm or 4 pm.
Each session includes access to shared Google Docs for real-time collaboration and notes. Prior to the first session, students receive a prep list and access to a Google Drive folder with all necessary materials.
Cost: $500 total
Session Length: 1.25 hours
Grade Range: Rising 8th – 10th
The Workshop Sessions Include
📘 “Making the Most of Summer Reading”
Learn how to annotate effectively, track characters and plot developments, and identify literary devices and themes.
✏️ “Just How Do I Know What to Write?” & “Grammar You Gotta’ Know”
Build writing confidence! Construct strong paragraphs and essays using evidence-based strategies. Learn essential sentence patterns, MLA rules, and how to blend quotes like a pro.
📒 “Getting Involved”
Become an active learner with 4 reliable study skills. We’ll explore note-taking methods and how to use a whiteboard for memory and recall.
📅 “My Time, My Work, My Plans”
Master the art of managing school life: build and stick to to-do lists, organize a study plan, and use calendars to stay on top of assignments.
If you’re ready to get a head start on high school success, reach out to reserve your spot!
