Rhode Island Tutorial - Summer Programs

Is your child reading, but struggling to understand and retain the information? Does your child have trouble organizing ideas for written assignments?

This course is designed to improve students’ reading fluency and comprehension.Students will also hone word attack skills, using Orton-Gilligham-based approaches. Writing is incorporated throughout this course, using graphic organizers to sequence ideas. Paragraph formation is taught in a step-by-step manner, and students also work on different types of essays.

Skills covered include:

FOR READING/SPELLING:

FOR WRITING:

Multisyllabic decoding/encoding
Prefixes/roots/suffixes
Vocabulary development
Guided reading
Fluency
Comprehension

Organizing/sequencing ideas
Sentence structure
Paragraph development
Grammar
Editing/proofreading
Word processing

Written Expression with Mathematics #H4

LOCATION:
TEMPLE BETH-EL Education Center*
70 Orchard Avenue
Providence, Rhode Island 02906

*DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AT THE HAMILTON SCHOOL AT WHEELER, WE HAVE MOVED DOWN THE STREET TO THIS ALTERNATE AIR-CONDITIONED LOCATION FOR 2010

Grades

Dates

Time

Price

H4 Entering 4 - 5

July 12 - 30

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

$ 855

Does your child express thoughts verbally, but have trouble writing them down? Is your child struggling with math concepts?

This course provides concrete strategies and techniques to improve writing. Students learn the mechanics of editing, proofreading and polishing written work. Graphic organizers and templates are used to sequence ideas. Paragraph formation is taught in a step-by-step manner.

Additionally, this is a hands-on interactive math class, in which students learn through effective multisensory methods and fun activities. Students develop a strong foundation in mathematical concepts and improve their basic skills and confidence. They also work on improving accuracy and speed of their mathematical computations.

Skills covered include:

FOR WRITING:

FOR MATHEMATICS:

Organizing/sequencing ideas
Sentence structure
Paragraph development
Grammar
Handwriting
Editing/proofreading
Word processing

Math facts: + , - , x , ÷
Word problems
Fractions
Numerical relationships
Math vocabulary
Math patterns
Place value
Critical thinking

Study Smarter, Not Harder with Written Expression #H5

LOCATION:
TEMPLE BETH-EL Education Center*
70 Orchard Avenue
Providence, Rhode Island 02906

*DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AT THE HAMILTON SCHOOL AT WHEELER, WE HAVE MOVED DOWN THE STREET TO THIS ALTERNATE AIR-CONDITIONED LOCATION FOR 2010

Grades

Dates

Time

Price

H5 Entering 6 - 8

August 2 - 13

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

$ 570

Is your middle schooler disorganized? Does your child struggle with taking notes, studying for tests and expressing thoughts clearly on paper?

This course helps students learn "how to learn" and manage the demands of school. Students learn "active" study strategies to help them retain morei nformation and increase their independence. Students participate in activities that help them uncover their learning styles and understand how best to use their strengths to overcome their difficulties. They learn step-by-step methods to apporach their assignments and meet deadlines, easing homework anxiety.

Additionally, this course provides concrete strategies and techniques to improve writing. Students learn the mechanics of editing, proofreading and polishing written work.

Skills covered include:

FOR WRITING:

FOR STUDY SKILLS:

Organizing/sequencing ideas
Sentence structure
Paragraph development
Grammar
Essays
Editing/proofreading
Word processing

Specific study strategies
Following directions
Textbook reading skills
Outlining/note-taking
Highlighting techniques
Test-taking strategies
Organizing longer assignments
Time management

Extended Day Options

Early Morning Program #HED1

Grades

Dates

Time

Price

All

July 12 - August 13

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

$50/week

Hamilton offers an early drop-off program where children are supervised by summer program staff and participate in age-appropriate activities until the start time of their regularly-scheduled program.

Afternoon Wheeler Camp (at Wheeler Farm in Seekonk, MA)

Grades

Dates

Time

Price

All

July 12 - August 13

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Prorated $190/week

For those in the Hamilton morning Educational Programs, this afternoon option provides a full day of programming. Wheeler campers are offered a variety of experiences to choose from each day, which are tailored to the interests of the individuals. You must pack a lunch. For more information and to register, visit www.wheelerschool.org and search WHEELER SUMMER or call (401) 528-2100.

Transportation to the Wheeler Camp from the Hamilton program is available. The cost is $10/wk.

Afternoon Martial Arts (Main Street Martial Arts, Providence) #HED2

Grades

Dates

Time

Price

All

July 19 - July 23

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

$100
$120
$150
$180

Children love the wonderful and active art of Karate, and we are pleased to partner with Main Street Martial Arts this year to offer our students an opportunity to learn karate in a nurturing and supportive atmosphere. Students will gain strength and stamina through a great physical workout and then learn the basics of self-defense through Karate. You should pack a lunch.

Transportation to the Main Street Martial Arts from the Hamilton program
is available and is included in the price.
*Contact us about Financial Assistance for this afternoon program

Sample Schedule:

Time

Activity

12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m
Arrival & Lunch
Karate
Options: Bricks, Sticks & More, Arts & Crafts, Sword & Staff, Strategic Games, Drumming
Pick-up 1 or Karate
Pick-up 2 or Sword & Staff/Aikido/Tai Chi
Pick-up 3 or Aikido/Karate
Final Pick-up

All curriculum descriptions and forms are the creation of RITES and are proprietary materials, which may not be recreated by any other party.

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