Lets keep learning while having fun this Summer! UpReach Learning offers a variety of programs enhancing students Critical Thinking and Creativity skills. Our dedicated student friendly teachers will teach the concepts by making classes fun. You may want to learn next year content in math, English or other subjects; or learn new concepts like Chess or Coding; or develop your artistic skills by studying Digital Painting and Illustration. Please see the description of courses for details and call us any time you have further questions.
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Classes are offered at scheduled hours Monday through Saturday for 11 days cycles. That is, each session has 11 days or 11 meeting times.
The schedule is representative of offerings. Any level course can be offered more than once a day depending on the registrations. Example, Chess I scheduled in Period 1 but it can be offered in Period 2 or others as well. This will allow student to attend different programs back to back.
Why Chess?
Many research findings proved that learning and playing Chess have tremendous benefits in children’s development, especially in their formative years. Some of those benefits include:
Want to improve your chess skills while having fun? Look no further!
Sign up today to start learning chess openings, middlegame strategy, endgames, calculation, and tactics with fun chess activities.
Level I:
Students will gain a solid understanding of the foundations of chess, piece movements, and setting up the board. Students will apply their chess skills in the tournament. Open to all age levels.
Level II and up:
Students will expand their knowledge of chess openings, middlegames and endgames. Students will apply their chess skills in the tournament. Open to all age levels.
Digital Drawing and Illustration 1
In this course, you will learn the basics of Procreate and digital art which will allow you to start your creative journey with no limits. Have fun and learn with practical assignments that build confidence in digital tools to achieve realism in your paintings. Get ready to be mesmerized by the power of digital art.
Digital Drawing and Illustration 2
In the first half of this course, you will learn how to paint with color while considering light through studies of film and professional artwork. And in the second half, our focus will be the step-by-step process of professional illustrators where you will be guided through your first digital illustration. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to bring your creative ideas to life like never before.
*It is recommended that students have their own iPad and pencil to benefit from this program. We will be using Procreate as the main program to learn the skills. Few iPads will be available at the Center.
Coding Classes
At UpReach Learning, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation with the most in-demand programming skills in today’s digital age. Our curriculum focuses on three core areas of software education: HTML – web design, Python, and Java.
At UpReach Learning, we offer these vital programming courses specifically designed for middle school through high school students. We believe that by starting early, students can gain a competitive edge in their future careers and develop skills that will be indispensable in the workforce of tomorrow.
In an increasingly web-based world, HTML and web design form the foundation of how the internet operates. Understanding how websites are built and function is essential for anyone looking to enter tech-related fields. Whether students aim to become web developers or simply wish to understand the structure behind their favorite websites, HTML is the first step.
Python, known for its simplicity and versatility, is widely used in areas such as data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. It’s a language that encourages logical thinking, making it perfect for students just starting their coding journey while providing powerful tools for those who wish to go deeper into technology careers.
Finally, Java remains one of the most popular programming languages worldwide. From powering Android applications to running large-scale enterprise systems, Java is a language that teaches students how to structure complex programs, making it a must-learn for aspiring software engineers.
*Students should bring a laptop to study this course.