Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools Community Education Services

Are you looking for a way to avoid the summer slide? Never fear…Summer 1st Grade Boost is here! Experience fun academic lessons to get you ready for 1st grade. Keep learning without giving up any of the summer sunshine. In this camp students will be working in phonics, reading and writing and having fun as new 1st graders! This camp is taught in Spanish and ideal for students attending LODL entering 1st grade in the Fall.

First Aid and Safety Trained Kids is a 4-hour course for 7 – 10 year olds. This course helps prepare children for staying safe at and away from home. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, stranger and internet safety. Students will receive a book, handouts and a home first aid kit as part of the class.

Series I - Spelling Bee and Vocabulary Bee: Widen your vocabulary through analysis of word roots and meaning. Gain Spelling Bee tournament experience and skills that will help you become a dominant speller! Students will participate in a friendly spelling competition to hone their skills. Series II - Geography Bee, Math Bee & Science Bee: The Geography Bee and History Bee camp will help students prepare for competitions while also giving them a broad-based education in the physical, political, economic, and cultural geography of the world we live in. This understanding will aid them in their high school and college education and allow for a clearer comprehension of life within and outside of the United States. The fun way of finding pathways to succeed in math and science

Learn to write persuasive and informative speeches and deliver with maximum confidence and eloquent style. Students learn the fundamentals of public speaking by adopting the TED talk style of speech presentation and delivery.

Even with no prior experience with programming, learn to code your own graphics and games and create animated stories. Students will be introduced to various aspects of entrepreneurship, including idea generation, developing and presenting a business plan, seeking investments, and much more - in a SharkTank format.

Accelerated students are encouraged to join our Middle School courses: Introduction to Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. These carefully curated online courses extend Pre-Algebra topics into a broader application of algebraic and geometric theory. Students will have the opportunity to explore challenging concepts through modeling and exploring real-world applications. These courses prepare students to excel in the Middle and High School Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 credit courses. In addition, our training will prepare students for state and national standardized tests including the MCA, MAP, CLEP(College Level Examination Program), The Aspire (ACT), ACT, pre SAT Examinations, SAT, and SAT Mathematics Subject Tests. Academic Excellence online courses provide materials including videos, notes, daily webwork, and practice problems. Each student progresses through the course at their own pace, while retaining the opportunity to ask instructors questions during breakout sessions and scheduled office hours. During the scheduled online review sessions, students work closely with instructors to prepare for graded assignments, chapter exams, and cumulative finals. Our online classroom allows for video, voice, and text interaction with instructors, as well as screen-sharing and whiteboard technology to make the experience engaging and personal to each student. As this is an accelerated course, students are encouraged to work for an hour a day, five days a week.

Our Pre-Algebra courses broaden students’ understanding of challenging concepts in a manner that enriches their investigative and reasoning skills. In this course, the study of numbers and their operations will be explored through interesting word problems and unique real-world applications. Student progress is strengthened through homework, quizzes, tests, and a cumulative final exam to reinforce their knowledge. Our Pre-Algebra courses adhere to the Common Core and Singapore Math Curriculums. Students will sharpen their math skills and have a fundamental knowledge of Pre-Algebra concepts. As a result, they will be highly prepared for middle and high school math courses and national standardized tests including MCA, MAP, Aspire ACT, and Pre PSAT Examinations. Academic Excellence online courses provide live instruction and use the best materials including videos, notes, daily webwork, and practice problems. Through the webwork, each student will have the opportunity to progress at their own pace. Our programs will also make use of breakout sessions as needed to facilitate student learning and engagement. During the optional review sessions, students will get the opportunity to work closely with instructors to prepare for chapter exams and cumulative finals.

The online reading program allows students of all levels to expand on their critical reading, writing, and thinking skills. Students grades K-8 are encouraged to join and begin their mastery of the English language at an individualized pace. Through this course, students will learn and practice challenging grammar, advanced vocabulary, reading comprehension, and critical writing skills at an accelerated pace. Highlights of the Program: Online Live Lectures / Classwork in phonics, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling Develops and naturalizes deeper textual understanding (Critical Reading Skills) Daily assignments to enhance learning Assessments to identify gaps and measure growth Progression based on proficiency The program allows for students of all learning styles to thrive. Whether your child learns best through engaging live lectures, daily individualized work, or group activities, the Academic Excellence reading course provides the resources and instruction needed for success. The classes are live-taught and students are given daily and weekly assignments. Our virtual classroom allows for video, voice, text, screen sharing, and whiteboard interaction, which provides a personal and engaging learning environment

Speak up! PLHS Speech Team hosts camp for future speech hopefuls. Improve your public speaking abilities by focusing on the art of persuasion, displaying emotion and acting skills. Choose a speech or learn to research and write your own speech. Current Speech Team members will help you choreograph and learn blocking techniques to add finishing touches. The last day of this camp will offer a showcase parents are welcome to attend.

Middle school requires a lot of organization and individual accountability. In this interactive approach to teaching improved study habits, goal setting and achievement as well as a focus on time management and organization, you will identify learning preferences and tackle barriers. This class is planned to give you an improved skill set for your academic future and life’s journey. All materials are included.