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Open Enrollment courses are for young children who are new to structured learning environments and exploring academic subjects. These courses encourage students to think creatively and learn to problem-solve. They are an introduction to the CTD learning environment. 

Eligibility: No documentation (test scores or portfolio) needed to enroll.

Course Tier ID
1

Magic or Science PM (Gr. 1-2)

This course runs for six consecutive Saturdays, January 20 – February 24, 2024. 

Magic or science? Or both? Students explore the science of magic, learning tricks and discovering the scientific principles behind these amazing effects. Performing scientific sleights of hand, students experiment with magnets, polymers, static electricity, optical illusions and more to reveal the surprise and awe of science.

SUBJECT AREA: Science

Electronics: Circuits & More PM (Gr. 1-2)

This course runs for six consecutive Saturdays, January 20 – February 24, 2024. 

Aspiring engineers investigate how components connect to make working electronics as they learn to power motors, make LEDs shine, move wheels, and activate buttons. Combining hands-on introductory electronics tools with everyday objects, students develop their own moving and blinking creations. Class projects develop the building blocks needed for future coding, robotics, and engineering courses.

SUBJECT AREA: Technology & Engineering  

Involving Dissolving AM (K-1)

This course runs for six consecutive Saturdays, January 20 – February 24, 2024. 

How do physical changes occur? Are melting and dissolving the same thing? Dissolve, crystallize, and evaporate solutions in this introduction to the world of chemistry. Develop a foundation in physical properties in a safe and engaging environment. Cool projects include turning common chemical substances into intricate crystals.

SUBJECT AREA: Science  

Math All Around Us AM (PreK-K)

This course runs for six consecutive Saturdays, January 20 – February 24, 2024. 

Explore how math fits into different parts of our world, from cooking in the kitchen to walking in the park. Develop an understanding of foundational math concepts, including measurement, number sense, patterns, time, and temperature. Investigate how numbers and units explain the world around us and help us make predictions. Through role-playing, hands-on activities, and interactive games, learn just how many ways math impacts our lives each day!

SUBJECT AREA: Math  

Small Business Owners (K-1)

Online Family Program (OFP) courses for younger students typically involve more parent participation than OFP courses for older students. Instructors provide ongoing feedback to students and parents through discussion boards to provide maximum flexibility for families’ schedules. The course does not include live, synchronous sessions. This course runs from 2/7/2024 - 3/6/2024.

Exploring Our World (PreK-K)

Online Family Program (OFP) courses for younger students typically involve more parent participation than OFP courses for older students. Instructors provide ongoing feedback to students and parents through discussion boards to provide maximum flexibility for families’ schedules. The course does not include live, synchronous sessions. This course runs from 2/7/2024 - 3/6/2024.

Comic Book Characters (2-3)

Online Family Program (OFP) courses for younger students typically involve more parent participation than OFP courses for older students. Instructors provide ongoing feedback to students and parents through discussion boards to provide maximum flexibility for families’ schedules. The course does not include live, synchronous sessions. This course runs from 2/7/2024 - 3/6/2024.

Math in Space (2-3)

Online Family Program (OFP) courses for younger students typically involve more parent participation than OFP courses for older students. Instructors provide ongoing feedback to students and parents through discussion boards to provide maximum flexibility for families’ schedules. The course does not include live, synchronous sessions. This course runs from 2/7/2024 - 3/6/2024.

Coding with Scratch Jr. and Hopscotch (K-1)

Online Family Program (OFP) courses for younger students typically involve more parent participation than OFP courses for older students. Instructors provide ongoing feedback to students and parents through discussion boards to provide maximum flexibility for families’ schedules. The course does not include live, synchronous sessions. This course runs from 2/7/2024 - 3/6/2024

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