Class Schedule
Prerequisites: Age - 9+ year-olds
Preparing for Science Bowl is a fun way to learn science. Kids will gain knowledge on the Earth and Space Science topics listed below. They will participate in science knowledge competition in class and an online quiz.
1. Our Solar System - Sun /Solar Eclipse, Planets (inner/Outer), Earth, Moon /Moon Phases/Lunar Eclipse, and Weather.
2. International Space Station, Moon exploration, and Mars Exploration
Every week students will be assigned videos to review and hands-on & online assignments to complete after the class to reinforce learning. At the end of the course, students will have a science bowl quiz, and the winner will win an award.
PS NOTE: Students will have access to the course online for six months.
Schedule: Classes start May 28th and end on August 20th every Friday at 10:00 AM. No classes on July 2nd.
The Class will have 8 to 10 sessions during starting on 7th June thru early August 2020 (with a recess around the 4th of July weekend). Based on the current regulations, the classes would begin on-line using 'Zoom' but IF the restrictions ease down the line and RMD opens to all again - there may be a few 'face-to-face' classes as well.
The whole point for this 'summer special class' is how to communicate more effectively while using the new tools of interaction (zoom/Skype/Teams), how to make the right choice of words, use appropriate gestures, set the right tone and convey your thoughts to others.
Topics covered: speeches/debates/telephonic conversations/interviews and much more.
Summer 2020 : Online
Supplies list will be provided. Students will need to get their own supplies.
Level - Basic (Do not need any prior exposure to drawing)
1. Fun filled activity class with hands-on teaching and introduction to various types of paintings and methods
2. Focus driven class with water color and acryclic based paintings depicting nature drawing, still-life, pencil sketches, picturesque portraits, symmetrical figures/ shapes ..
3. At the end of the week session, kids will be able to apply the basic skills learnt as part of this class to move on to advanced art-work
Summer 2020: Online
Students will need to get their own supplies, supplies list will be provided.
Students will learn how to do Namaskar which is done at every start of the class.
The basic 10 steps will be taught in the 2 distinctive positions Chauka (the square stance)
And Tribhanga (3 bend stance) along with neck, hand, eye and head movements.
Various Mudras (Hand gestures) used in the dance form will also be taught in this class.
Students will also learn a few Bols that are used in the dances.
Location:Breezeway
Students will be introduced to singing and playing keyboard and/or dholak. By the 3rd or 4th class, students will choose to focus on singing and keyboard or dholak. Students learning keyboard and dholak will need to purchase or rent an instrument to take home to practice.
All students will learn the basic musical swar: Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, Ni. They will learn to play keyboard exercises using correct fingering. Simple bhajan or kirtan will be taught. Dholak students will learn how to hit the dholak open-hand style. They will learn single beat and eventually double beat. They will practice keeping a steady beat when accompanying a chanter. Students will learn to sing a kirtan and will also play it on their instrument. They will learn to play together as a musical ensemble group.
Prerequisites: Age - 9+ year-olds
Schedule: Classes start June 1st and end on August 24th every Monday at 10:00 AM. No classes on July 6th.
This course will teach students how to write and deliver a public speech effectively on a topic or an issue that is critical to society. The approach will be age-appropriate, and each class will have a goal. At the end of the course, students will deliver a four to six-minute speech without the use of notes on their topic.
The process taught to write the speech will include:
• Defining the problem
• Researching the issue
• Looking at both sides of the issue, determining the pros and cons of the problem.
• Concluding and
• Supporting that conclusion with documentation.
• Writing the Speech
Along with the process, they will learn the skills of speech delivery - pitch, volume, tone, pace, enunciation, body language, and more. They will get opportunities to practice the speech before delivering it. An assessment checklist will be provided to ensure the speech script is written well and practiced well for delivery. Students will submit a speech script for review and get evaluated for their speech delivery.
Every week students will be assigned videos to review and hands-on & online assignments to complete after the class to reinforce learning. Parents are encouraged to join the virtual sessions and support the kids in the process.
Skills developed can be used at school on project presentations; to compete in competitions as UIL (University Interscholastic League), for Modern Oratory, Debate, Extemporaneous Speech, and more.
PS NOTE: Students will have access to the course online for six months.
Summer2020: Online
Pre-req: Lego Robotics Advanced
Max: 5 students
Summer 2020: Online
Pre req: Lego Robotics Level 3 - Essentials
Max 5
Prerequisites: Age - 8+ year-olds
Schedule: Classes start May 31th and end on August 23rd every Sunday at 11:00 AM.
The Simple and Powered Machines program introduces and provides students a deeper understanding of science and engineering concepts.
It introduces the concept of Simple Machines as Wheel and Axle, Lever, Pulley, Inclined plane, Wedge, Screw, Gear, Cam, Paul, and Ratchet, teach how to calculate the mechanical advantage of these machines. Learning is reinforced by building machines using specialized Lego kit, conducting experiments, and recording the findings on worksheets.
The course then introduces students to structures, and students will learn what makes a structure strong. Students also get engaged in hands-on activities building Bean Balance, powered Tower Crane, Ramp, powered Gear Racer, Catapult, Hand Cart, Powered Merry Go Round, and more.
A problem is introduced, solutions brainstormed, a concept is taught, and students build machines using the simple machine concept. The activities lead students to make use of the scientific method through observation, reasoning, prediction, and critical thinking.
Every week students will be assigned videos to review and hands-on & online assignments to complete after the class to reinforce learning. At the end of the course, the students are assigned a problem to solve, which they solve using the concepts of the simple and powered machines.
The Simple and Powered Machines curriculum covers concepts and engages students in activities aligned to Science and Engineering Practices outlined in the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
PS NOTE: Students will have access to the online course for six months after the class.
Materials required: Students will have to buy a specialized kit to be a part of the class. Although the kit costs $199.00, it will stay with you for years to come and is an excellent learning investment. This kit can be used as an add-on kit to the Lego EV3 Robotics kit and help with competitions. Once enrolled in the class, d...
Class begin June 6th
Number of Classes : 14
Introduction to Sanskrit is designed to make understanding India's rich spiritual literature fun and easy. This class will focus on learning simple Sanskrit words, pronunciation, and vocabulary in simple and systematic steps. It will include fundamentals of this enriching language, daily slokas and meaning of the slokas. The worksheets will gently lead the student through small steps with clear, concise explanations. Each session includes instruction in the alphabet with easy practice exercises at the end. The class will be focused on younger kids but will not be restricted to a specific age group.
This class is same as Hindustani Vocal (5+). Students can register in either one
Location: Shiksha 2
This course offers an introduction to the ancient art of Hindustani/North Indian classical music. Instruction will include melodic concepts such as Raag, Bandish, Bhaav, Aalaap, Taan, Sargam and rhythmic concepts such as Taal and Aavartan, and their integrated use in a performance. Students will practice and learn classical and devotional song compositions based on Raag.
Key benefits include development of ability to identify swara (notes), sense of sur (tunefulness) and taal (rhythm); development of ability to present a brief classical music composition and ability to appreciate and relate to Raag music. No specific knowledge or skill level of vocal/instrumental music is necessary. Students who enjoy learning music or have prior music background can further increase their confidence and appreciation of music through this class.
14 classes in Summer 2020. Online classes available
With current situation, you must be wondering, where to take kids this summer. How about a time travel with the entire family to visit heroes of India?
‘Heroes of India’ is an incredibly unique virtual summer camp. Each session of this camp will have a live showcase of a hero who will narrate their life story. Kids will get an opportunity to talk and ask questions to these heroes.These sessions can spark meaningful history conversations within the family.
Do not miss this opportunity to create lasting memories!
All proceeds of this camp will go towards the Central Texas Food Bank.
Every Sunday from June 14th – August 9th
Creative Writing class for high school students taught by Ms. Sachi Kulkarni
This Creative Writing camp will be focused on the different types of writing and how to write effectively. Students will be given a prompt based on the concept covered and they will get to collaborate with their peers in writing a story as well as share their work with the group, if they wish. We will go over the 4 major styles of writing: narrative, persuasive, descriptive, and expository. Finally, we will go over STAAR writing concepts as provided by the State of Texas in order to prep students for their STAAR Writing Tests in elementary and middle school.
Class time is flexible for now and will be changed as per the group convenience.
Summer 2020: Total classes 28
Location: Online Zoom
Schedule: Classes will be every other week.
Will include sketching, acrylic painting
Supply list will be provided. Students will get their own supplies.
Prerequisites: Must have taken elementary creative writing camp or be in middle school.
Course includes deep dive into writing the 4 major styles while learning organizational skills, development skills and grammar.
Class starts from July 6th and ends on July 10th
Summer 2020: 14 classes
Location: Online
Class consists of a combination of Gentle Hatha and Kundalini yoga.
Gentle Hatha Yoga uses postures called (asana) in combination with conscious breathing techniques(pranayama), and mental focus to develop strength and flexibility. Through proper alignment and mindful actions of the body, Hatha Yoga cultivates awareness, balance, improve concentration and a sense of relaxation through meditation techniques(dyana).
Kundalini yoga uses breath, movement, and focus to energize the body while supporting strength and balance of the glandular and immune system. This promotes emotional well being, mental clarity, self-awareness, stress relief, and balancing all chakras.
Good choice for beginners regardless of your age, or body ability, flexibility, Experience your self deeply and notice a transformation towards physical strength, self- awareness, mental clarity, and peaceful mind.
A strong yoga practice begins with a sturdy foundation, this class can fine tune even an advance practice.
