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Middle School Grammar Made Easy: Not Your Typical Boot Camp

Master topics like adjectives and adverbs, subject-verb agreement, types of sentences, conjunctions, prepositions, and confusing words like "their," "there," and "they're." Along with grammar rules, we also incorporate creative writing.
Christine Santos LLC
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What's included

8 live meetings
4 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. included
Letter Grade
included
Progress Report
included
Certificate of Completion
1 after class completion

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 8
Master essential grammar topics, including adjectives, adverbs, subject-verb agreement, and various types of sentences. Understand the roles of conjunctions and prepositions while distinguishing between commonly confused words like "their," "there," and "they're." Enjoy a fun creative writing project that allows learners to apply their skills in an engaging way. This comprehensive boot camp builds a solid foundation in grammar rules, enhancing your child's writing and communication skills.
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CLASS ENVIRONMENT

Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

Our class size does not exceed 5 learners. This allows for more personalized attention from the educator, ensuring that each learner's individual needs and learning styles are met. With a smaller group size, there is also more opportunity for discussion and collaboration among classmates, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, students may feel more comfortable and confident participating in discussions and activities in a smaller group setting.

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Please note we value mental health and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we do take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in responses the following dates: 

2024:

August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31 (Winter Break)

2025

January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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CLASS POLICIES

Refund Policy:

We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:

All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:

In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.

Learning Goals

Master middle school grammar concepts, including the use of adjectives, adverbs, subject-verb agreement, and sentence structure, to enhance writing clarity and effective communication.
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Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Adjectives and adverbs (descriptive and comparative)
 Learners will be able to identify and use descriptive adjectives and adverbs to enhance their writing and communication skills. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Subject and predicate/ Subject-Verb agreement
 The goal is to understand the relationship between subject and predicate and to correctly identify and differentiate between the two in various contexts along with understanding the agreement between subjects and verbs. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Types of sentences
 The goal is to identify and differentiate between the four types of sentences  - declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Putting it all together
 Grammatically correct creative writing exercise 
30 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
There will never be any personal information shared. All resources used will be relevant and age appropriate. By enrolling in this class, you are granting us permission to utilize any and all external resources listed.
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Sharisse May
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Amanda Kin
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Ellen Feig
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Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Long Island University
Christine Santos
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale
Arielle Fulk
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MILENA MACHADO DE LIMA BROWN
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Universidade de Brasília
MILENA MACHADO DE LIMA BROWN
Bachelor's Degree in Spanish Language and Literature from University of California, Berkeley
Ellie
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Bachelor's Degree in Education from North Carolina State University
Caroline Lilley
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Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY Cortland
Kristina Visniesky
KRISTINA VISNIESKY

I graduated from Cortland State University with a Bachelor's degree in Inclusive Childhood Education and a minor in English Language and Arts. Additionally, I hold a certification in Grades 7-12 English, and I am currently pursuing my Master’s degree in Literacy. Throughout my journey as an educator, I have had the opportunity to work with students across various age groups and learning environments, each experience deepening my passion for teaching and learning.

My teaching career began at a preschool that provided essential support to children with disabilities. Witnessing their growth each day was truly awe-inspiring, and it was here that I developed a profound love for working with these incredible kids. Their resilience and joy taught me valuable lessons about patience, empathy, and the power of education in transforming lives.

I also worked as a substitute teacher in high schools while simultaneously conducting observations at nearby elementary and middle schools. This experience allowed me to interact with students of varying ages and backgrounds, enriching my understanding of the diverse needs and perspectives within the classroom. The opportunity to guide and support students through different stages of their educational journey has been both enjoyable and fulfilling.

My initial interest in teaching was sparked by my involvement with the First Tee Program of Western New York, a remarkable initiative focused on teaching young golf athletes valuable life skills. Beyond the correct golfing techniques, I instilled important values such as perseverance, respect, honesty, and confidence. Witnessing their enthusiasm for these life skills, alongside their intellectual growth, was immensely rewarding and solidified my commitment to becoming an educator.

With a wealth of experience working with students and a deep belief in the transformative power of education, I am confident that I am destined to be an educator. I am passionate about fostering a love of learning in my students, helping them to grow both academically and personally, and making a positive impact on their lives.

REBEKAH POWELL
Welcome students to Rebekah Powell's classroom. I would like to introduce myself and how I love growing students and professionals. I have been teaching for over 9 years and I am a certified High School Science Teacher, Certified Professional Health Coach. 
I am a published author of the book Becoming A Healthier U and enjoy writing and working with students and professionals to grow themselves in education and their careers. I am also in School getting an MBA from A&M University. I have solid success records in improving students’ abilities in academics. Some of my students have skipped grade levels because we work so efficiently and closely together. I am a very fun and effective and cool teacher and would love to have the opportunity to teach you and your students.

NICK HOLTZER
Hi families! My name is Nick but as my students like to say, "Mr. Nick / Nicky." I have been a teacher for almost seven years teaching English / Language Arts / Math / Social Studies and Science at an Elementary school just outside of Washington DC. I am a passionate and dedicated learner and teacher that strives to provide endless opportunities for my students to be successful. I always say, "that as humans we all love to learn new things but we just don't know HOW we like to learn those things." My goal is to guide and support my students in finding the most effective avenue for them to learn and grow.

GLORIANA RAMOS-JIMINEZ
With over six years of experience, Miss Gloria is a dedicated tutor known for helping students excel across a wide range of subjects, including mathematics, grammar, literature, reading comprehension, and communication. As a bilingual educator fluent in both English and Spanish, Miss Gloria has a passion for supporting language learners of all ages. She is highly skilled in creating dynamic educational resources that enhance vocabulary and communication skills. Goal-oriented and responsible, Miss Gloria excels in problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management, consistently delivering engaging and effective instruction.

DAVID TOLBERT
Hello, my name is David Tolbert, and I am an English Teacher specializing in Writing and Literature.  I have been teaching in the High School levels since 2007, and have experience that ranges from working with beginning readers and English Language Learners to Advanced Placement students wanting to push their understanding of Literary Criticism to the next level.  

I have earned a Master’s Degree in Education and Leadership from Portland State University. I have also been trained in many different curriculums and strategies, including Positive Behavior Intervention and Support, AVID, Trauma Informed Instruction, and many more.  

I believe that every student has the ability to grow as a learner and I always try to provide a safe and supportive learning environment.  My mission as a teacher has always been to take big, intimidating tasks and break them down into simple concepts that make them more accessible to all kinds of learners.  I also provide a non-judgemental space to ask questions and receive thoughtful and constructive feedback in order to improve students' performance on academic tasks and build confidence.      

When not in the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.  The main goals in my life now are to be a supportive husband, father, and teacher.  I love listening to and playing music, traveling, camping, and creative writing in my spare time.

I look forward to working with you and your students!

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weekly or $135 for 8 classes
1x per week, 8 weeks
30 min

Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-5 learners per class

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