Group Math Classes
These small group (3-8 students) highly interactive math classes are designed to engage students and ignite curiosity and joy. Classes can be scheduled based on interested students availability.
Number Sense (rising 4th& 5th graders/ 5th&6th/7th&8th): In this class we'll work to develop number sense through math games, exploration of patterns, and real-world math problems. We will also explore math in nature and art. In the Middle School group we will also work on modeling using equations.
Rotating topics (rising 8th and 9th graders): In this class we will look at problems related to probability/statistics, geometry, and algebra. We'll also complete design challenges using constraints to push our mathematical thinking.
Design Challenges (rising 5th/6th graders ): In this class we'll use household objects and computer aided design to complete design challenges. These will primarily focus on geometry and engineering standards.
Algebra (6th-9th graders): In this class, students will engage with algebraic relationships (including working with variables and graphical representations), and will engage in longer form real-world
problems.
Please email me at elisesaadet @ gmail.com to enroll
Civil Rights History class
Middle School Class
This class starts with an overview of Black History in the United States, starting in the early 1600’s with a focus on the Civil War, the 14th Amendment, The Dred Scott Decision and Plessy v. Ferguson. Once context is laid down, the class will focus on Civil Rights History with students reading a chapter or a picture book each week about a time or person in Black American History. Texts will be loaned from the instructors for students in the Bay Area, titles available for digital library loan will be recommended for students outside of the Bay Area. We will conclude in the 1960’s with the reading of MARCH by Congressman John Lewis.
Dates: To be determined
Cost: Course: $625
Materials: Students will need to purchase MARCH by Congressman John Lewis. Copies can be
purchased at a 15% discount from Books Inc in Palo Alto
5th grade Class
This class will focus on key people and events of Black Civil Rights history, including the Selma to Montgomery March, the Bus Boycotts, School Desegregation, and Lunch Counter sit-ins. The class will read a chapter or a picture book each week about a time or person in Black American History. Texts will be loaned from the instructors for students in the Bay Area, titles available for digital library loan will be recommended for students outside of the Bay Area.
Dates: To be determined
Cost: Course: $500
Materials: Students will need to purchase Stamped (for Kids) by Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, and Sonja Cherry-Paul. Copies can be purchased at a 15% discount from Books Inc in Palo Alto