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Session 3 – Monday, January 13 to Friday, March 20, 2019310.707.8538 | 128 Maryland Street, El Segundo, CA 90245

Inspiring curiosity through a personalized, hands-on, project-based learning experience

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Session 3January 13 – March 20, 2020

LOFT Schedule and lab descriptions SESSION 3

Welcome to The LOFT!Our mission is to inspire curiosity in students through a personalized, hands-on, project-based learning experience.

Our labs and one-to-one instruction are aligned with California Standards. We provide Da Vinci Connection and homeschool families with work journal documentation including quality work samples.

At The LOFT, our goals are to support, enhance, and develop a joy for learning. We’re excited to inspire your children this year and beyond!

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The LOFT Information OutlineWelcome to The LOFT!............................................................................................................1

The LOFT Information Outline.......................................................................................................2

Session 3 Schedule..............................................................................................................4

Price and Billing....................................................................................................................4

Payment.................................................................................................................................. 4

General.................................................................................................................................... 4

Hardship..................................................................................................................................5

Donations................................................................................................................................5

Schedule At-A-Glance.............................................................................................................6

SCIENCE LAB DESCRIPTIONS............................................................................................11

Magic Science, Level 1......................................................................................................11

We’re Not Studying Rockets............................................................................................11

MATH LABS DESCRIPTIONS...............................................................................................13

Foundational Skills, Level 1.............................................................................................13

The Language of Math.......................................................................................................13


The Art of Math, Level 2.................................................................................................... 13

CPM Math..............................................................................................................................14


Geometry, Level 3...............................................................................................................14

Tutoring, Math – Levels 1, 2, and 3.................................................................................15

LANGUAGE ARTS DESCRIPTIONS....................................................................................16

Reading and Writing Group..............................................................................................16

Big History Project............................................................................................................. 16

Raising the Bar....................................................................................................................16

Philosophy............................................................................................................................17

Early Language Skills: Story-Time, Level 1..................................................................17

Creative Writing, Level 2...................................................................................................18

The LOFT Angeles Times, Level 2 and 3.......................................................................18

Modern Times, Level 2 and 3...........................................................................................18

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History Alive! Ancient Civilizations................................................................................18

Reading/Writing/Performing World Myths....................................................................19

History Alive! California History......................................................................................19

Playing Shakespeare, Level 2 & 3...................................................................................20

Book Club, Level 3..............................................................................................................20

Tutoring, Reading and Writing – Levels 1, 2, and 3....................................................20

Culture Club......................................................................................................................... 20

Fantasy Fiction, Level 3.................................................................................................... 22

SPANISH DESCRIPTIONS.....................................................................................................23

Spanish Immersion for Beginners + - Level 1, 2, and 3.............................................23

MUSIC & ART DESCRIPTIONS............................................................................................23

Choir, Level 2 and 3............................................................................................................23

Summer Camp- A musical exploration..........................................................................23

TUTORING & SMALL GROUPS............................................................................................24

ONE to One Tutoring – Private........................................................................................24

TWO to One Tutoring – 2 learners..................................................................................24

Small Group......................................................................................................................... 24

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Session 3 Schedule

First Day: Monday, January 13, 2020Last Day: Friday, March 20, 2020

10 Weeks of instruction for Tuesday through Friday Labs8 weeks of instruction for Monday Labs due to holiday(s)

o No Monday Labs on: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 20, 2020o No Monday Labs on: President’s Day, February 17, 2020

Price and Billing

TypeMeets

Per Week

Hours Per

Week

Holiday Monday Session

Price

Labs - ELA, Math, Spanish and Art 1 2 $250 $315Science Lab and Culture Club 1 2 $340Middle School Cohort 2 8 $1,270Tutoring – 2 learners for one hour - each $50Tutoring – private 1 learner for one hour $85

Payment is due by the first day of the Session. Commitment and billing are for the full session. There are no refunds or make-up classes if you miss a lab. As a non-profit, the LOFT is not able to extend any discounts. A price adjustment is provided for holidays or labs canceled by the LOFT. The LOFT may cancel a lab if the minimum number of students is not achieved

or charge small group rates.

Payment Make checks payable to LOFT Academy US. The LOFT accepts credit card payments. A 4% processing fee is charged.

General

Signed acknowledgment of policies and release of liability must be submitted prior to attending The LOFT.

Social and food breaks are built into the day. Each hour is approximately 50 minutes of instruction.

Please bring a lunch/snacks and water bottle. The LOFT is an electronic game free zone. Cell phone usage for parent/child

communication only, please.

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Hardship

The LOFT is a non-profit organization and committed to offering a personalized learning experience to all. To date, we are proud to say we have helped over a dozen families with reduced tuition assistance. Unfortunately, money only goes so far, and the LOFT’s scholarship fund and discounting ability has been exhausted. However, if financial hardship is preventing you from participating, please provide evidence of hardship to see if an extended payment arrangement can be made. We hope to have new donations made in the near future by generous supporters to help additional family’s financial needs.

Donations

It is through the generous donation of our community we are able to keep the cost for this premium learning experience so low. Please consider The LOFT in your charitable contributions. Donations help fund programs and extend our reach into the community to offer scholarships.

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Schedule At-A-GlanceSESSION 3Duration: 10 weeks of instruction (8 weeks for Monday)Holiday: No class on Monday, January 20th for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Monday, February 17th, for President’s Day

Time Subject Grades Title Facilitator Cost9:10 to 11:00 9:10 to 11:00 ELA 3rd-5th Philosophy - Language and Logic and Metaphysics, Oh

My!Rick/Dilette 250.00

9:10 to 11:00 ELA 6th-8th Loft Angeles Times David 250.00 9:10 to 11:00 Math 6th-8th Math Fundamentals for Middle School Brad 250.00 9:10 to 11:00 Spanish 3rd-6th Immersion Spanish Carlos 250.00 11:30 to 1:20 11:30 to 1:20 ELA/History 4th-5th Big History Project David 250.00 11:30 to 1:20 ELA 4th-6th Creative Writing Brad 250.00 11:30 to 1:20 Cohort 6th-8th Believing is Seeing (from 11:30 to 3:20pm on Monday

and Thursday) covers: Science, Physiology (dissection), Neuroscience, Reading, Writing - Meets 18 times for session 3

Rick/Dilette 1,270.00

1:30 to 3:20 1:30 to 3:20 ELA 4th/5th Reading and Writing Group David 250.00 1:30 to 3:20 Cohort 6th-8th Believing is Seeing (from 11:30 to 3:20pm on Monday

and Thursday) Rick/Dilette x

1:30 to 3:20 Math 6th-8th Geometry Brad 250.00 3:45 to 5:30

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MONDAY


3:45 to 5:30 Reading 4th-8th Book Club David 250.00 3:45 to 5:30 Math 6th-8th CPM Math TBD 250.00

Time Subject Grades Title Facilitator Cost 9:10 to 11:00 9:10 to 11:00 Math 2nd/3rd The Language of Math Brad 300.00 9:10 to 11:00 Math 1st/2nd Georgia Math David 300.00

11:30 to 1:20 11:30 to 1:20 ELA 2nd/3rd Performing World Myths David 300.00 11:30 to 1:20 Math 3rd/4th Math Fundamentals Brad 300.00

1:30 to 3:20 1:30 to 3:20 ELA 3rd/4th Fantasy Fiction David 300.00 1:30 to 3:20 Math 2nd/3rd The Art of Math Brad 300.00

3:45 to 5:30 3:45 to 5:30 Reading 4th-8th Book Club David 300.00 3:45 to 5:30 Math 6th-8th CPM Math TBD 300.00

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TUESDAY


Time Subject Grades Title Facilitator Cost 9:10 to 11:00 9:10 to 11:00 ELA 4th-7th Culture Club David 340.00 9:10 to 11:00 Math 4th/5th The Art of Math Brad 315.00 9:10 to 11:00 Math 6th-8th CPM Math (Students bring their current CPM

lessons) Michelle 315.00

9:10 to 11:00 Spanish 3rd-6th Immersion Spanish Carlos 315.00

11:30 to 1:20 11:30 to 1:20 ELA 4th-5th Raising the Bar! David 315.00 11:30 to 1:20 ELA 4th -6th Creative Writing Brad 315.00 11:30 to 1:20 Science 2nd/3rd Magic Science Carlos 340.00

1:30 to 3:20 1:30 to 3:20 ELA 5th-8th Loft Angeles Times David 315.00 1:30 to 3:20 Math 6th-8th Geometry Brad 315.00 1:30 to 3:20 Science 2nd-7th Engineering with Recycled Materials Carlos 315.00

3:45 to 5:30 3:45 to 5:30 Reading 4th-8th Book Club David 315.00 3:45 to 5:30 Math 6th-8th CPM Math TBD 315.00

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WEDNESDAY


Time Subject Grades Title Facilitator Cost 9:10 to 11:00 9:10 to 11:00 ELA 6th/8th Big History Project David 315.00 9:10 to 11:00 Math 6th-8th Math Fundamentals Brad 315.00 9:10 to 11:00 Science 4th-7th We're Not Studying Rockets Rick/Dilette 315.00

11:30 to 1:20 11:30 to 1:20 ELA 4th/5th The Beauty of the Short Story David 315.00 11:30 to 1:20 Math 3rd/4th Math Fundamentals Brad 315.00 11:30 to 1:20 Cohort 6th-8th Believing is Seeing (from 11:30 to 3:20pm on

Monday and Thursday) covers: Science, Physiology (dissection), Neuroscience, Reading, Writing Rick/Dilette x

1:30 to 3:20 1:30 to 3:20 ELA 4th/5th History Alive: California History, Social Science David 315.001:30 to 3:20 Cohort 6th-8th Believing is Seeing continued (from 11:30 to

3:20pm Monday and Thursday) Rick/Dilette x1:30 to 3:20 Spanish 3rd-6th Immersion Spanish Carlos 315.00

3:45 to 5:30 3:45 to 5:30 Reading 4th-8th Book Club David 315.00 3:45 to 5:30 Math 6th-8th CPM Math TBD 315.00 3:45 to 5:30 Music All ages Youth Choir – per meeting Jessica $25 per

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THURSDAY


Time Subject Grades Title Facilitator Cost 9:10 to 11:00 9:30-11:00 Math 1st-3rd Georgia Math David 315.00

11:30 to 1:20 11:45-1:20 ELA 1st-3rd Immerging Reader Series David 315.00

1:30 to 3:20 1:30 to 3:20 ELA open The Beauty of the Short Story David 315.00

3:45 to 5:30 3:45 to 5:30 Reading open Book Club David 315.00

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SCIENCE LAB DESCRIPTIONSMagic Science, Level 1

Grade Target: 1-3Facilitator: CarlosMaterials: IncludedDescription: This lab will offer exciting experiments focusing mainly on physics and chemistry through magic! We will focus on using real world applications from the day’s lesson - the instructor plans on having students make toys with recycled material. The instructor will also interject Spanish vocabulary and phrases throughout the lab.

We’re Not Studying Rockets

Grade Target: 4-8Facilitators: Rick and DiletteMaterials: IncludedDescription: Design, build, and launch rockets that will fly so high they almost disappear from sight. But don’t lose sight of the fact that that’s not what we’re doing. What are we doing then? We’re thinking! . . . Creating, designing, testing, evaluating, redesigning, sharing, recording, disagreeing, agreeing, proving, calculating, i.e., Thinking Critically.

Engineering Using Recycled Materials

Grade Target: 4-8Facilitators: CarlosMaterials: IncludedDescription: Relying on innovation and creativity, students enrolled in this lab will have the chance to leave a smaller carbon footprint through recycling!

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Possible Science Offerings in Future SessionsLet us know what you are interested in for next session at The LOFT!

Physiology

Grade Target: TBDFacilitator: TBDMaterials: IncludedDescription: Students will be introduced to physiology by learning biological organization of the human body. They will learn how cells are the smallest functional unit of an organism and that many cells that have the same structure and function work together to form a tissue. Lab work on our microscopes will be a main component of this course.

Chemistry

Grade Target: TBDMaterials: IncludedFacilitator: TBDDescription: In this dynamic hands-on chemistry lab students will have fun learning what makes up the world around us. We continue the adventure by experimenting with the goal of understanding how different materials can interact, react, and transform!

Biology

Grade Target: TBDMaterials: IncludedFacilitator: TBDDescription: Gain an understanding of the scientific method and how scientists use it to solve real world issues. From exploring the molecular level of human cells to grasping how the organs in our bodies work to maintain us in balance. Each day will be a new adventure in learning about animals, humans, and plants concerning their anatomy, physiology, and ecology.

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MATH LABS DESCRIPTIONSThe LOFT will conduct an assessment to help you know what level your learner would excelFoundational Skills, Level 1

Grade Target: 1–3Facilitator: David, or BradMaterials: IncludedDescription: This math lab will strengthen core math concepts using a fun, hands-on, collaborative approach. Students will play math games, have opportunities to sharpen math skills, and work on projects. The projects use math in meaningful ways and illustrate how much math is in our everyday lives including cooking, shopping, budgeting, scheduling, organizing, etc. We will use a combination of curriculum, such as Engage NY and Georgia Math curriculum at grade level.

The Language of Math

Grade Target: Strong 2nd into 3rd Facilitator: BradMaterials: IncludedDescription: The Language of Math: an intermediate class for those who are doing basic single, or double digit operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). The emphasis in this lab will be on vocabulary, number systems, number patterns, and the extension from adding to multiplying, and from subtraction to division. Measurement, unit conversions, and an intro to fractions will highlight this hands-on interactive math lab

Foundational Skills, Level 2

Grade Target: 4–6 Facilitator: Brad or MichelleMaterials: IncludedDescription: All math simply begins with counting: addition is counting “up,” subtraction is counting “down,” multiplication is counting “by groups,” and division is “counting out,” like dealing cards. Come and improve numeracy, recall of facts, and hone dexterity with the basic algorithms. Then, as fractions, decimals, percentages, and algebra are introduced, that solid foundation will allow students to really stretch and grow as mathletes.

The Art of Math, Level 2

Grade Target: 4-5 Facilitator: Brad

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Materials: IncludedDescription: With math all around us this course will be examining the connection between math and art. We will look at how famous artists have used math in their work, and how math has several patterns and processes that are artistic. We will also explore some of the art and math of architecture.

CPM Math

Grade Target: 6-8 Facilitator: Michelle C. Materials: Students will be asked to bring their current CPM lessons, either printed or on their laptop.

Description: This lab is intended for 6th-8th grade students that are using the CPM (College Prepatory Math) curriculum. Students will work on completing and making corrections on their current assignments while receiving tutoring on the content as needed. We will follow the timeline for assignments provided to DV Connect students. Michelle has tutored groups of junior high and high school students in a similar fashion and is looking forward to helping students at the LOFT with this same model.Some of the benefits of this model include; having an intentional space and adequate block of time for students to study and complete their work, the presence of a tutor to help with challenging content, learning through working collaboratively and helping fellow students and the opportunity to practice organizational and study skills.

Foundational Skills, Level 3

Grade Target: 6-8 Facilitator: Brad Materials: IncludedDescription: Math is a language complete with an alphabet, punctuation, grammar, and syntax. As the concepts become more complicated, like algebra, integers, exponents, and geometry, being “fluent” in that language becomes more and more important for developing confidence and competence. This lab will focus on the fundamentals and developing key skills so that students can speak, read, and write math. Hands-on work with story problems and projects will highlight this dynamic lab.

Geometry, Level 3

Grade Target: 6-8 Facilitator: Brad Materials: IncludedDescription: Geometry: Come and explore the vertex of mathematics and the real world with a stand-alone math class dedicated to GEOMETRY. Starting off with the first

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dimension and measuring distance and location we will explore the coordinate grid and X,Y axis graphing everything from rays and lines to cartoon characters. Then we will add the third dimension and create, measure, compare, and construct with cubes, prisms, pyramids, cylinders, and more.

Tutoring, Math – Levels 1, 2, and 3

Grade Target: All Schedule: Monday to Friday Facilitator: Varies Materials: IncludedDescription: We offer comprehensive, one-to-one tutoring in math from 1st- 12th grades. Whether your young one needs a little foundational support, full intervention, or just a boost, we will provide support in a caring environment and encourage their growth.

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LANGUAGE ARTS DESCRIPTIONSReading and Writing Group

Grade Target: 4-6Facilitator: DavidMaterials: *Must purchase bookDescription: Reading for enjoyment is the name of the game! Helping our kids become avid readers is my big picture goal and this book is a fan favorite at The Loft! We’ll read the entire book in class! Please do not read outside of class (although your student may be tempted too!) Discussion questions/ vocabulary, understanding theme, plot, character, and author intent will all be our guides.

Big History Project

Grade Target: 6-8Facilitator: DavidMaterials: IncludedDescription: Harness the curiosity and creativity of your students with a supercharged social studies curriculum that gets beyond facts. Following the curriculum with inspired Socratic discussion, students in this lab will draw mind-blowing connections between past, present and future. BHP delivers a big picture look at the world, and helps students develop a framework to organize what they’re learning both in and out of school. After they leave this class, students will have a better understanding of how we got here, where we’re going, and how they fit in. It’s a place that was 13.8 billion years in the making.This lab will be modified to fit into the Loft’s weekly time block and will continue into session #4.

Raising the Bar

Grade Target: 4-5Facilitator: DavidMaterials: IncludedDescription: Reading is language function, while writing is a motor function. This class will merge the two using key-word outlines. We will build the skills to succeed: helping students understand that research, organizing, clarifying ideas, and improving grammar and presentation are all essential to strong writing. I’m following along with Ken Pudewa’s Student Writing Intensive process. It is important to note that this is a technical approach to mastery through developing and practicing a new skill in graduated steps.

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Resources: Ken Pudewa IEW spelling podcast- extension

Philosophy

Grade Target: 4-8Facilitator: Rick and Dilette Materials: IncludedDescription: We’re not studying philosophy, we’re doing philosophy! What is philosophy? In this class we’ll read Pixie, a fun book littered with philosophical issues that stimulate thinking and discussion. As we discuss these philosophical ideas, we will become members of an elite group of thinkers we will call a “Community of Inquiry.” It’s an ancient club!

The Cohort: Believing is Seeing

Grade Target: 6-8 *Twice weekly Monday’s and Thursday’s from. 11:30-3:30Facilitator: Rick and Dilette Materials: Requires interview and year-long commitment Description: Do we “Believe what we see?” or “See what we believe?” So much to think about! In this extended 4 hour per day, two days per week “super lab” we will come together to study the science of vision and illusions. We’ll dissect sheep and cow eyes, meet in a conference of “vision researchers” to share and discuss our theories and research, investigate the relationship of the eye, brain, and ‘mind’, and see how we can become confused by the interplay of the three. But “seeing” is more than light and lenses, it is also a social and intrapersonal phenomenon. Can we be fooled there too? How do these kinds of illusions affect us? Our goal is to build a Culture of Thinking from which we will investigate emergent interests, issues, and problems in a trusting environment of engaged learners that leads us forward into a sustained Community of Inquiry over the coming sessions of the year. This class meets on Monday and Thursday from 11:30 to 3:20pm. Subjects covered: Science, Physiology (dissection), Neuroscience, Reading, Writing. If interested, please apply and we will schedule a family interview.

Early Language Skills: Story-Time, Level 1

Grade Target: 1-2Facilitator: David C.Materials: IncludedDescription: Through story-time, puppetry, and drama, our young ones will get exposure to basic story-structure, sight words, and fables. Heavy exposure to hands on projects around simple sentence structure, informational/narrative writing and other fun activities.

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https://iew.com/help-support/podcast/episode-103a-spelling-and-brain-part-1


Creative Writing, Level 2

Grade Target: 4-5Facilitator: David C. or Brad G.Materials: IncludedDescription: Students may feel reluctant and threatened by a blank piece of paper and a request to write a story about a given topic. However, with some inspiration and fun activities, reluctant writers gain confidence and eager writers gain the skills to create higher quality writing. We’ll start with the six traits of writing: ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions and see where go from there!

The LOFT Angeles Times, Level 2 and 3

Grade Target: 5-7Facilitators: David C. Materials: Included, *optional homework assignments will be handed outDescription: The LOFT is going to create and edit our very own newspaper! In this class, students will start out by learning about the history of news, explore the Newseum in Washington D.C. online, and learn what goes into making a newspaper. We’ll learn about credible sources, and proper citation, conduct facilitator interviews, report on ‘LOFT Happenings’ as we refine our editing process. We will also look at U.S., state, and local news to develop investigative reporting skills. An afterschool/weekend field trip to tour the Los Angeles Times printing press downtown is being discussed just before summer begins!

Modern Times, Level 2 and 3

Grade target: 4-6Facilitator: David C.Materials: Class requires students to read L.A. Times articles, and other student selected periodicals they choose from home.Description: Are you trying to develop a sense of political and cultural awareness in your kiddo? What better way to develop and enhance their curiosity than in this Socratic method-based class around current events? Students will bring in popular events both locally, nationally, and internationally. Each week we’ll discuss student selected material from home, dissecting the pros and cons of the article’s intent. Students will further refine their critical thinking ability by writing an opposing viewpoint.

History Alive! Ancient Civilizations

Grade Target: 5th and upFacilitator: David C.

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Materials: IncludedDescription: This Lab will revolve around Ancient Civilizations. Students will look at significant movements of people, ideas, and products from: Rome, Egypt, and China. We’ll explore the shared connections between each civilization through reading, writing, and hands on activities, as well as the occasional assessment. Topics on the menu include: technology, government, agriculture, the role of women, warfare, science, medicine, arts and crafts, and city life.

Reading/Writing/Performing World Myths

Grade Target: 1-2Facilitator: David C.Materials: IncludedDescription: Starting with the Russian folk tale of Alyonushka and Ivanushka, a folk tale about a brother and a sister who learn to count on each other while overcoming adversity, students will write and create their own version of the myth. We will work together formulating the script from the source material and create costumes, props, and all set pieces together. We will then record it for parents to view.

Myth #2 will follow the same format around the Greek myth of Persephone.

Second grade reading literacy standard addressed: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.2.2Second grade writing standard addressed: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.2.6

*Differentiation provided to all first-grade students!

History Alive! California History

Grade Target: 4-5Facilitator: DavidMaterials: IncludedDescription: You know about the Hamilton and Burr duel, but have you heard of David S. Terry and David Broderick?Did you know that the movie industry and surfing both came into being in California in 1907?The story of California, from its geomorphic origins to its ranking as the sixth or seventh largest economy in the world is both dramatic and sublime. It is expansive and illustrative of histories everywhere. Students will delve and explore vital connections between California's present and its past, while learning and recognizing significant changes in its history. 4th grade aligned. Please feel free to comment in the margins with any questions! My biggest source book for this class has been Kevin Starr’s brilliant book: “California”. Highly recommended to you for further discussion! I’ll also occasionally be using Thinklink with the kids- check it out here for extension activities!

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https://www.thinglink.com/scene/1222194179044540422

https://www.kcet.org/shows/lost-la/george-freeth-king-of-the-surfers-and-californias-forgotten-hero

https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/historyculture/broderick-terry-duel.htm

https://www.dailycal.org/2019/04/14/whispered-history-the-story-behind-san-franciscos-broderick-terry-duel-landmark-park/

https://www.dailycal.org/2019/04/14/whispered-history-the-story-behind-san-franciscos-broderick-terry-duel-landmark-park/


Playing Shakespeare, Level 2 & 3

Grade Target: 5-8Facilitator: David C.Materials: IncludedDescription: Using scriptural analysis and performance-based techniques, this lab will study the language and style of William Shakespeare. Participants will work collaboratively, while exploring the history of the period, Renaissance traditions, and the playwright himself. Literature and writing evidence will be displayed through detailed character analysis. Performance aspects include understanding the difference between prose and poetry and how actors use them.

Book Club, Level 3

Grade target: 6-8Facilitator: David C.Materials: Parents must purchase book prior to first classDescription: Book clubs have come back as a popular way for readers to discuss books in an informal setting. Students can enjoy the same kind of community-building experience by meeting with friends to choose, read, and discuss books together. Our book club at the LOFT will come to life with discussions, arts and crafts, and activities around student interest material.

Tutoring, Reading and Writing – Levels 1, 2, and 3

Grade Target: All Schedule: Monday to Friday Facilitator: Varies Materials: IncludedDescription: We offer comprehensive, one-to-one tutoring in language arts from 1st- 12th grades. Whether your young one needs a little foundational support, full intervention, or just a boost, we will provide support in a caring environment and encourage their growth.

Culture Club

Grade target: 4-8Facilitator: David C.Materials: IncludedDescription: Students will explore and experience world cultures in this ‘foodie’ immersive lab. Students will build a definition of the word together through experience. They will read stories from different countries, explore those cultures on a map, and cook and eat foods that represent various cultural traditions. In addition, students will

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experience dance and music as well as write stories and develop opinions of their own. The cost of the food is included in the lab price.

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Possible Language Arts Offerings in Future SessionsLet us know what you are interested in for next session at The LOFT!

Organizational Reading and Writing Skills, Level 2 & 3

Grade Target: 5-6Facilitator: David C. Materials: IncludedDescription: Starting from the understanding that all students are creative thinkers, this lab will dive deeper into the technical aspects involved in the writing process. Students will work in small groups and be given guided support from our facilitators whose mission is to enrich their writing ability.

Coding from Scratch

Grade Target: 1-3Facilitator: David C.Materials: IncludedDescription: In this hands-on lab kids will learn the basics of computer coding with MIT's Scratch programming platform. We will conduct activities and adventures to reveal the core ideas utilized in programming; every student will build computer simulations of their own utilizing their imagination and new skills.

Fantasy Fiction, Level 3

Grade Target: 6-8Facilitator: David C.Materials: IncludedDescription: Starting first with stories from Aesop’s Fable “The Fox and the Crow”- our students will create a key word outline, orally re-tell the story, then edit and revise their favorite section changing either the characters, plot, or theme. We’ll take that model to a fantasy fiction book that the students will have a voice in selecting. *At home reading will be required.

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SPANISH DESCRIPTIONSSpanish Immersion for Beginners + - Level 1, 2, and 3

Grade Target: Appropriate for anyone interested in learning SpanishFacilitator: Carlos A.Materials: IncludedDescription: The most effective way to learn something new is to do it! Through projects such as cooking, science, board games, and other fun-filled activities, Spanish vocabulary and phrases will be heard/spoken/read/written and brought to life through the relevance of the activity.

MUSIC & ART DESCRIPTIONSChoir, Level 2 and 3

Grade Target: ages 8 and up – appropriate for anyone interested in singingFacilitator: Jessica Collaco from STAY SINGINGMaterials: IncludedDescription: Kids come together for one hour to sing the music they love--pop, rock, and contemporary in a fun environment where they are free to let loose! Ideal for students who are exploring music for the first time or just beginning harmonies. Class focuses on two-part harmonies, breathing, proper vocal technique and musicianship. Jessica is a professional musician, songwriter, show choir champion, choral arranger and parent.

Summer Camp- A musical exploration

Grade Target: 4-8 Facilitator: DavidMaterials: IncludedDescription: Each summer the Loft has presented an abridged version of the musical “Hamilton”. In year one it was a one-week long camp culminating in the performance at the end of the week. Year two grew into a two-week camp with the kids diving into all production areas. Campers also enjoyed a sleep over at The LOFT. What will our musical offering be this summer? Stay tuned to find out!

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TUTORING & SMALL GROUPSONE to One Tutoring – Private

Grade Target: 1st to 12th Schedule: Monday to Friday available Price: $85 Time: per hourDescription: We offer comprehensive, one-to-one tutoring in all subject areas from 1st- 12th grades. Whether your young one needs a little foundational support, full intervention, or just a boost - let us help you reach your academic goals.

TWO to One Tutoring – 2 learners

Grade Target: 1st to 12th Schedule: Monday to Friday available Price: $50 per learnerTime: per hourDescription: We offer comprehensive tutoring in all subject areas. Partner up with a buddy at a similar academic level and enjoy the fun of learning together. Whether your young one needs a little foundational support, full intervention, or just a boost - let us help you reach your academic goals.

Small Group

Grade Target: 1st to 12th Schedule: Monday to Friday available Price: $400 per learner for a 9-week session. A small group has 4 learners (or more at the group’s request).Time: Small groups meet for 2 hours.Description: The LOFT will design a Lab to meet your specific needs for your small group.

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At the LOFT, our mission is to inspire curiosity in students through a personalized,

hands-on, project-based learning experience. Our facility, skilled facilitators, curriculum,

and compassionate approach create the environment for our youth to excel. Join us!

The LOFT in El Segundo is an educational enrichment facility dedicated to cultivating

curiosity while delivering academic fundamentals and support. Our facilities and labs

position the LOFT to be the South Bay’s premier location for STEM and ELA

programming. Our facilitators are real world scientists, writers, and educators. Here at

The LOFT, we present big ideas and provide the resources to explore meaningful

connections within all academic subjects. We accomplish this through project-based

learning, driving questions, and self-directed study in a compassionate setting.

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