G.R.A.D. Classes 2017-2018 Generating Rhodes’ Academic Diversity Grade Level Title Description Intelligences Addressed 1-2 Islands, surfing, luaus, palm trees, rich culture…come see what our wonderful 50 th state has to offer. We will immerse ourselves in the Hawaiian culture –learn a hula dance, eat some Hawaiian food, learn some Hawaiian words, and make some Hawaiian crafts. Bodily-Kinesthetic Interpersonal 1-2 The Happiest GRAD Class on Earth The Happiest GRAD Class on Earth focuses on all things Disney. Students will learn Disney history, make crafts, have sing-a-longs, write stories and interact as we enjoy one of the most delightful animation franchises on earth. Spatial, Interpersonal 1-2 Would you like to learn how to fish? In this class you will not only learn how to fish , but you will learn about different kinds of fish, do an art project about fish and even try eating fish. Intrapersonal, spatial, Bodily-Kinesthetic 1-3 You’ll never be bored when you try something new. There’s really no limit to what you can do! Do you love Dr. Seuss books? In this class we will do all things Dr. Seuss. “Oh the places we will go…..” Spatial, Linguistic 1-3 Who Has Do you have Art-Ability? Then this is the class for you. Join us for learning how to draw. Learn basics of drawing with a chance to find your Art-Ability. Everyone will learn to draw and take with them some art skills that will help them grow in their love of art. Spatial, Intrapersonal 1-3 Become a contestant and compete in “Minute to Win It”. Tackle unique challenges that test your mental, physical, and spatial awareness. Each week you will be faced with new challenges using common everyday household items. Bodily/Kinesthetic Logical Mathematical
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G.R.A.D. Classes 2017-2018
Generating Rhodes’ Academic Diversity
Grade
Level
Title
Description Intelligences
Addressed
1-2
Islands, surfing, luaus, palm trees, rich culture…come see
what our wonderful 50th state has to offer. We will immerse
ourselves in the Hawaiian culture –learn a hula dance, eat
some Hawaiian food, learn some Hawaiian words, and make
some Hawaiian crafts.
Bodily-Kinesthetic
Interpersonal
1-2
The Happiest GRAD Class on
Earth
The Happiest GRAD Class on Earth focuses on all things
Disney. Students will learn Disney history, make crafts, have
sing-a-longs, write stories and interact as we enjoy one of
the most delightful animation franchises on earth.
Spatial,
Interpersonal
1-2
Would you like to learn how to fish? In this class you will not
only learn how to fish , but you will learn about different
kinds of fish, do an art project about fish and even try
eating fish.
Intrapersonal, spatial,
Bodily-Kinesthetic
1-3
You’ll never be bored when you try something new. There’s
really no limit to what you can do! Do you love Dr. Seuss
books? In this class we will do all things Dr. Seuss. “Oh the
places we will go…..”
Spatial, Linguistic
1-3
Who Has
Do you have Art-Ability? Then this is the class for you. Join
us for learning how to draw. Learn basics of drawing with a
chance to find your Art-Ability. Everyone will learn to draw
and take with them some art skills that will help them grow
in their love of art.
Spatial,
Intrapersonal
1-3
Become a contestant and compete in “Minute to Win It”.
Tackle unique challenges that test your mental, physical, and
spatial awareness. Each week you will be faced with new
challenges using common everyday household items.
Bodily/Kinesthetic
Logical Mathematical
G.R.A.D. Classes 2017-2018
Generating Rhodes’ Academic Diversity
1-3
Have fun learning about the kinds of food you put in your
body. Food teaches us to think about science, art, math, and
many other important subjects. Discover the fantastic world
of food.
Bodily-Kinesthetic
Interpersonal, Musical
1-3
Are you a Scholar that enjoys stretching? How about
sketching? In this class you will have the opportunity to
stretch through creative yoga and learn to sketch. Get your
“YogArt” on in this creative class.
Bodily Kinesthetic,
Spatial
2-4
Crazy Cartoons Explore the history of cartoons, get to know famous
cartoonist like Walt Disney and Charles Schultz and enjoy
hands on projects. You will discover the science of
cartooning, make a flipbook, create your own cartoon
character, and use your imagination.
Spatial, Musical
2-4
PoccИЯ Here We Come
Imagine, take a trip to beautiful Russia. We will immerse
Russian culture—learn some Russian phrases, eat some
Russian food and explore the art, geography, and sports of
this beautiful country.
Linguistic, Spatial
2-4
Drama Junior
Do you love acting? Learn to perform fairy tale plays with a
twist! Who wants to act out Cinderella when you can act out
Spiderella. Forget about Sleeping Beauty, I want to be
Slurping Beauty. Pick this class and we’ll have fun pretending
to be some favorite fairy tale characters with a silly twist.
Linguistic,
Intrapersonal
2-4
Pioneer Living
Do you like to make things with your hands? Have you ever
wondered how people lived without electricity? Are you a
naturalist? Then this class might be for you. You will learn
candle making, soap making, where your food comes from,
and more! Sign up now!
Bodily Kinesthetic,
Naturalist
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Generating Rhodes’ Academic Diversity
2-5
Let the FOLDING FUN begin! You will learn the history of
Origami and, of course, learn how to do some amazing
origami projects. Get ready for some FOLDING FUN!
Spatial,
Bodily Kinesthetic,
2-6
Pay It Forward
Come hang out with friends while doing good deeds for others.
We will be doing acts of kindness for the elderly, the homeless,
and soldiers who are overseas. “When we give cheerfully and
accept gratefully, everyone is blessed”. – Maya Angelou
Interpersonal,
Linguistic
2-6
Did you ever want to communicate with someone who can’t
hear? How would you like to communicate with your hands?
This class will teach you the ABC’s and basic
words/sentences in Sign. Come and learn to communicate
without speaking.
Spatial, Interpersonal
3-5
Do you like tinkering with electronics? Are you interested in
how electricity works? Come discover the world of STEM in
a hands-on environment. You will use science, technology,
engineering and math as you become electrifying engineers.
Logical-Mathematical,
Interpersonal
3-5
Have you ever thought you might want to be a police officer when
you grow up? An actual police officer will teach you what it takes
to be a police officer, what an actual day looks like, what they
learn at the Police Academy, and much, much more.
Bodily-Kinesthetic,
Interpersonal
3-5
Maze Mania
Are you ready to be A-MAZE-ed? In this class you will get
to apply skills to maze building. Scholars will create mazes
for marbles and hexbugs to navigate using everyday items.
We will also build a straw rollercoaster for a ping pong ball
to ride.
Logical-Mathematical,
Interpersonal
3-6
Let’s make a Greeting Card
Send your sentiments from the heart with a handcrafted
card! Learn assorted paper crafting techniques and practice
them during our card making class.
Spatial, Intrapersonal
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3-6
Are you artistic? Do you love creativity? Come paint with
the pros! Learn about different artists and how to use your
expressions through nonverbal ways!
Spatial, Logical
Mathematical
3-6
Have you ever ripped a favorite piece of clothing or lost a
button and wanted to repair it? Join this class to learn basic
hand sewing stitches. You will also learn to apply appliqués
and buttons all while creating a fun project.
Spatial,
Intrapersonal
3-6 Rubik’s Cube
Have you ever wondered how someone can put a Rubik’s Cube
back to its original sides so fast? In this class you will learn
how to do it yourself. There will even be a competition to
see who can do it the fastest.
Spatial,
Logical-Mathematical
3-6
First impressions are important. This class will teach the
basics of hair and skin care and how to look and feel your
best.
Bodily Kinesthetic,
Spatial
3-6
STEAMtastic Scholars Calling all future scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and
artists to work together in teams to design, build, test, and
create art. If you like Science, Technology, Engineering,
Arts, and Math? Then this is the class for you.
Intrapersonal, Bodily
Kinesthetic, Logical
Mathematical
3-6
Creative Quotables
Do you love inspiring quotes? Do you enjoy drawing and
doodling? If so, this is the class for you. Choose an inspiring
quote and learn hand lettering and simple drawings to create
fun and decorative wall art.
Spatial, Linguistic
4-6
This class will be an exciting way to show off your singing,
acting and/or dancing skills. You can show of your theatrical
side while working on a musical theatre performance.
Musical, Bodily
Kinesthetic
4-6
Do you like the interactive features, the graphics, and the
sound effects of computer games? In this class you interact
with different websites & computer games & provide
Intrapersonal,
Linguistic
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reviews for your friends.
4-6
Rhodes Series of
Who’s up for a game of Poker? If you want to learn how to
play basic Poker as well as other various types of Poker,
then this is the class for you. We will learn the math and
strategies involved in the game and hopefully have a Poker
Tournament on the last day.
Logical Mathematical,
Interpersonal
4-6
Scarf It Up This class isn’t about eating…It’s about crochet. This class
will teach you the art of crocheting. You will learn the basic
stitches and by the end of the class you will have a
beautiful, warm and fuzzy scarf to wear all winter long. How
cool is that?
Spatial, Intrapersonal
4-6
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be part of a
trial? How is the jury selected? Who are the lawyers? What
happens during the trial? What does the court reporter do?
Be a part of a Mock Trial and all of these questions will be
answered.
Linguistic,
Logical Mathematical,
Interpersonal
4-6
RHODES
Do you ever wonder how the police catch the “bad guys” and
then prove them guilty during a trial? In this class you will
solve a crime by dusting for fingerprints, learning how to
find DNA, and searching for and studying evidence just like
a real forensics scientist.
Logical Mathematical,
Intrapersonal, Spatial
4-6
Get Your Hands Dirty
In this class you will definitely get your hands dirty as you
play with clay. Design, glaze, fire, and take home your
