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What is a Flex Day Workshop
What is a Flex Day Workshop
Each workshop is designed as a space for students to advance their learning and socio-emotional well being. The choice each student has in terms of workshops develops agency that honors their curiosity and personal needs in a flexible space and time. We believe that learning can transcend the four walls of a classroom or content area, and in so doing, we deepen the 21st century skills necessary for the future we are creating together.
Workshops provide dynamic learning experiences where students can deepen their knowledge, understanding and practice of our Core Values, with opportunities to showcase their development over time.
Cycle 1 - Flex Day
Cycle 1 - Flex Day
Explore the variety of Workshops available in Cycle 1 of Flex Day!
To sign up for your Cycle 1 - Flex Day workshops, click on the link below.
N. Gutierrez/T. Blandón
7:25 - 8:30 // 8:35 - 9:40
Food Court
N. Gutierrez
10:15 - 11:20 // 11:25 - 12:30
Room 23
M. Miranda/K. Meléndez
7:25 - 8:30 // 8:35 - 9:40
Room 10
M. Miranda/J. Falbo
10:15 - 11:20 // 11:25 - 12:30
Food Court
MS/HS
ELA Teachers
7:25-8:30 // 8:35-9:40
This is a personalized learning workshop where students will engage in the guided reading and individualized instruction to strengthen their skills as readers.
MS/HS
Math Teachers
10:15-11:20 // 11:25-12:30
This is a personalized learning workshop where students will engage in strategic math instruction and individualized activities to strengthen their skills as problem solvers.
MS/HS
S. ROMAN
8:35-9:40
ROOM 27
This is a dedicated space for language learning where students can foster their language skills and get a better understanding of the target language
MS/HS
S. ROMAN
7:25-8:30
ROOM 27
This is a dedicated space for language learning where students can foster their language skills and get a better understanding of the target language
MS/HS
C. TORREZ
10:15-11:20 // 11:25-12:30
ROOM 24
This is a dedicated space for language learning where students can foster their language skills and get a better understanding of the target language
HS
B. LOPEZ
7:25-8:35 // 8:35-9:40 // 10:15-11:20
ROOM 12
AP students who are struggling or need additional support on Flex Wednesdays. The students will be selected/recommended by their AP teachers.
HS
K. MUNDY
7:25-8:35 // 8:35-9:40
ROOM 13
Senior students will practice and develop the skill of writing a college application essay. Students will brainstorm, draft, and edit a polished college application essay by the conclusion of the workshop. Together, we will investigate the central questions of application writing, including:
Who am I? As a student? As a writer?
What do I want out of my time in college?
Which of my experiences have most shaped who I am today, and why?
Where have I witnessed my ability to enact change in my community?
MS/HS
MS: M. Rojo - Room 3
HS: A. Targa - Room 11
7:25-8:30 // 8:35-9:40
10:15-11:20 // 11:25-12:30
In this space, you will have a quiet, supportive environment to ensure your work is complete. This will feature access to teachers and materials to allow for the completion of all of your work.
MS/HS
Math Teachers
7:25-8:30
The Math Lab will be a productive space for students to advocate for themselves and reach out foar support with their coursework and their personal math goals. Students will receive support from their instructors and math honor society mentors to reinforce and consolidate the learning happening in their classrooms.
“Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think,” -Albert Einstein-
MS/HS
S.KELLEY
7:25-8:30 //10:15-11:20
MAKERSPACE
This is truly a flex day event. In this time you will work alone or in groups to develop a project, work to develop it and ultimately see if you can present it. The projects are things which you haev always wanted to try but didn't have time to do it. In the past studetns have developed games, cookbooks, movie trailers, and songs. My job is to help you achieve your idea.
MS/HS
E. MORALES
7:25-8:30
IT LAB 01
Photography, as a visual art, uses composition techniques that make outstanding products. The students in this workshop will learn to use basic composition techniques in order to improve their photography skills
MS/HS
E. MORALES
8:35-9:40
IT LAB 01
The students in this workshop will explore creating GIFs and short animations using Google Slides. They'll discover the wonderful things that can be done with this basic tool and foster their creativity in the process! (Computers are required.)
MS/ HS
K.CHICA
MS: 7:25 - 8:30
HS: 8:35 - 9:40
Room 32
In this class, you will learn different techniques to create hand-drawn patterns that could be applied to any surface, for example, wallpaper, wrapping paper, upholstery, fabric, stationery, etc. If you enjoy drawing this class is for you.
MS/HS
J.ARCE
MS: 8:35-940
HS: 7:25-8:30
ROOM 18
The Fine Art Studio is a space for students that are passionate about the different Art Techniques and movements, the studio space is where you can experiment with different media and styles, receive constructive feedback from a mentor and enhance those natural skills
MS/HS
C. YUN
7:25-8:30 // 8:35-9:40
ROOM 26
MS
L. CASTELLON
8:35 - 9:40
Room 21
Visitaremos y conoceremos diferentes lugares del mundo a través de la plataforma Google Earth.
MS/HS
D. GONZALEZ
MS: 7:25 - 8:30
HS: 8:35 - 9:40
Room 1
En este curso los estudiantes aprenderán características propias del nicaragüense en cuanto a comportamientos y vocabulario (popular, topónimos, refranes, entre otros) a fin de valorar cuales son estereotipos negativos y cuales positivos. Todo el aprendizaje se llevará a cabo a través del análisis de canciones populares.
MS/HS
S. DAVILA
MS: 7:25 - 8:30
HS: 8:35 - 9:40
Room 2
Despertar en los estudiantes el conocimiento de su cultura, costumbres y tradiciones para que la vivan, la sientan, la conserven y la enriquezcan. La incorporación de las celebraciones de fiestas tradicionales contribuye plenamente a la consecución de esta finalidad, que es conocer sus orígenes y raíces a través de actividades, promoviendo la participación en la vida cultural de la ciudad, para que se sientan identificados e integrados en su comunidad de forma vivencial, con unas creencias y valores determinados; y orgulloso de sus raíces.
MS/HS
E. MORALES
11:25-12:30
IT LAB 01
This is an invitation-only workshop meant for ANS Robotics Team Members.
MS/HS
J. Casco
MS: 10:15 - 11:20
HS: 11:25 - 12:30
Room 34
Explore the world of forensic science and crime scene investigation. Understand the nature and importance of physical evidence in solving crimes, and how to collect and process that evidence. Learn skills and techniques used by crime scene investigators to diagram and photograph crime scenes, dust and lift fingerprints and make analysis on blood spatter.
MS/HS
R. DIAZ
MS: 10:15 - 11:20
HS: 11:25 - 12:30
Room 36
Students will be presented with complex building challenges where the only thing they can use is edible materials. They will have to use Science and Engineering to understand the chemical and physical properties of the edible materials to solve the building challenges.
MS/HS
J. SPIRO
MS: 10:15 - 11:20
HS:11:25 - 12:30
Band Room
If you love to sing this is the place for you! Each week we will choose one song to work on together. You will learn by experience the processes singers use to prepare songs and get them sounding as good as they can. Singers of all levels are welcome.
MS
T. FLORES
10:15 - 11:20 // 11:25 - 12:30
Room 25
En este curso se cruzan la literatura y la psicología para estudiar y experimentar la construcción de los personajes. A través de mini lecciones y diferentes propuestas de lectura y escritura se irá explorando el mundo de la creación de los personajes.
MS
M. CIESLAK
10:15 - 11:20
Room 9
Historical contextualization is the ability to situate a historical phenomenon or person in a temporal, spatial, and social context. Students will develop the skill of contextualization and build their historical empathy through interactive activities.
HS
L. CASTELLON
7:25 - 8:30
Room 21
Practicaremos la técnica del debate aprendiendo y poniendo en práctica diferentes estrategias y técnicas importantes.
MS/HS
K. COREA
MS: 7:25-8:30
HS: 8:35-9:40
IT LAB 01
HS
M. CIESLAK
11:25-12:30
Room 9
To prepare students to deal with a constantly changing economy, students will: 1) Learn the importance, and have a basic understanding of, planning techniques; 2) Develop and identify analytical skills, by lecture and class discussion to facilitate effective financial decision-making, including informed decisions regarding budgets, investment, etc. Students will engage in interactive activities in which they will learn the basics of money management.
MS/HS
E. MORALES
10:15-11:20
IT LAB 01
Have you ever wondered how the digital games you play were made? If you want to unveil the mystery, come and join us in this tech workshop where you will become the creators and coders of your own games using Scratch. You'll also join a community of young programmers and choose your own adventures in an Hour of Code.
HS
L. LIPPAY
11:25-12:30
ROOM 16
This workshop will be offered all year and will focus on producing a student-led online school newspaper, “Eye of the Tiger”, our monthly print “Stall News”, and the weekly “Paw Prints Radio”. You’ll learn how to write articles (ranging from all topics) that are appropriate for publication in the school newspaper, and how to interview community members. Some will work with seniors on social media such as “Humans of ANS” and “College Wall”. Students interested in technology have opportunities to partner with our Technology Department. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with others, grow as a writer/communicator, and seek leadership roles that you can continue throughout high school.
MS/HS
K. ARGUELLO
7:25 - 8:30 // 8:35 - 9:40
P.E Classroom
No doubt, all of you have heard the term “Yoga” which means something huge in its variations, methods and visions. As most of us know, the term "yoga" (Wikipedia) in the Western world often denotes a modern form of hatha yoga and a posture-based physical fitness, stress-relief, and relaxation technique, consisting largely of the asanas (static poses). Put your mind and body to it once and you will be captivated by the experience of freedom from stress and peace of mind, as well as the bodily lightness and energy.
MS/HS
S. ORTIZ
MS: 10:15 - 11:20
HS: 11:25 - 12:30
BASKETBALL COURTS
Why has CrossFit become so popular recently? As the human physiology and sports science are progressing at ever faster pace, it has been proven that the movements and actions that you perform in your day-to-day life, like squatting, pulling, pushing etc., are so effective because their emphasis is shifted on the elements of load, distance and speed, (instead of the usual number of sets and repetitions), which help participants develop high levels of power in a shorter time. Try it out for at least one month!
MS/HS
B. AburtO
7:25 - 8:30 // 8:35 - 9:40
Soccer Field #2
In this workshop you will learn how to coordinate your movements, work in groups, be a leader, take important decisions, collaborate, and the most important of all is that you will share time with new friends, meet new people and HAVE A LOT OF FUN!!!
MS/HS
R. CHAVARRIA
MS: 7:25 - 8:30
HS: 8:35 - 9:40
C.A.A
Could it be the case that some forms of physical movement serve as portals for emotional and cognitive change? It is worth noting that many people who engage in aerobic exercise—from jogging to swimming—do so with musical accompaniment. On the other hand, dance becomes a means of connecting to broader and deeper emotional experiences—particularly ones associated with positivity and happiness. Zumba is a fusion of vigorous aerobic exercise and Dance. Try it once and you’ll likely be captivated without realizing it!
MS/ HS
A.Ellis
10:15 - 11:20 am
TIGER SQUARE
Invented in the middle ages, by far the most popular mental game of all times, Chess will fascinate you with the simplicity of its rules, and the incredible variety of ways to achieve a victory. The neuroscientists claim that to reach a level of a Chess International Master Player requires the same mental proficiency as to speak 5 different languages fluently! Submerge into a whole different world of mental power; shrewd, creative strategy, and a truly dramatic battle, played wherever you wish, even virtually!
MS/HS
G. JARQUIN
11:25-12:30
POOL
Water Polo is a fun pool activity in a competitive, team based environment. Learn more. about this sport from techniques and skills to the physical demands of strenuous activity in the water.
MS/HS
ARBEY
11:25-12:30
SOCCER FIELD #1
Soccer is the world's game and loved by peolple of all ages and backgrounds. For Flex days our program will be based around playing the game and is a chance to get in the fresh air, in a team environment and get your heart pumping!
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