Reading and Writing

This enrichment course invites students to explore their creativity through both English language arts and visual arts as they collaboratively write and illustrate their own graphic novels. Guided by Mrs. Sutton and Mr. Porter, students will develop characters, conflict, and plot, design layouts and panels, and refine their work through ongoing feedback, ultimately producing a unique, fully created graphic novel of their own. Students should plan to bring a sketchbook, drink and small snack, and there will be a mid-morning break.

Teacher: Mrs. Sutton (English - OWMS) & Mr. Porter (Art - OWMS)

Max number of students: 20

Date/Time: July 13 to 17, 9 a.m. - noon for students entering grades 3 - 8

Place: Oliver Winch Middle School 

To Sign-up: Olivia Sutton - suttono@sgfcsd.org 

Calling all curious minds! In this hands-on enrichment class, students entering grades 4 and 5 will dive into topics they love—whether it’s an animal, country, famous person, or personal passion. Using a variety of research tools, including kid-friendly databases and MagicSchool AI, students will become true “experts” on their chosen subject. They’ll then bring their learning to life by creating engaging multimedia presentations to showcase their knowledge in fun and creative ways.

Teacher: Ms. Abrams (AIS - Harrison) & Mrs. Whitney (Grade 3 - Harrison)

Max number of students: 20 students entering grades 4 & 5

Date/Time: July 6 to 8, noon - 2 p.m.

Place: Harrison Ave. Elementary

To Sign-up: Maria Whitney - whitneym@sgfcsd.org 

The Fine Motor Factory is a hands-on enrichment class designed to help students develop and improve their handwriting through a fun, multisensory approach. Using a combination of tactile activities—like tracing, molding, and cutting—along with interactive digital media, students will strengthen their fine motor skills and build confidence in their writing. From shaping letters in sand to using styluses on tablets, young learners will explore creative and engaging ways to make handwriting both fun and functional!

Teacher: Ms. Abrams (AIS - Harrison) & Mrs. Whitney (Grade 3 - Harrison)

Max number of students: 20 students entering grades K-2

Date/Time: July 13 to 16, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Place: Harrison Ave. Elementary

To Sign-up: Maria Whitney - whitneym@sgfcsd.org 

We will be having so much fun with books! We will be reading, doing crafts based on books, and even performing some reader's theater plays...complete with props and an audience! Pack your lunch and spend the day having so much fun with books and friends!

Teacher: Mrs. Pisani (Grade 3 - Moreau) & Mrs. Becerrill (Grade 3 - Moreau)

Max number of students: 25 students entering grades 3 - 5

Date/Time: July 7 to 9, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Place: Tanglewood Elementary Makerspace

To Sign-up: Sign up through this link

Storybook Creations is a fun, hands-on summer program where young learners dive into exciting, age-appropriate stories that spark curiosity, creativity, and a love of reading.  After each story, creativity comes to life! The students will participate in hands-on arts and crafts projects inspired by the book they’ve just read. Each session builds early literacy, imagination, and fine motor skills in a playful, supportive environment. By the end of the program, each child will have a collection of craft projects and a deeper love for storytelling to take home.

Teacher: Mrs. WIlliams (Library Media Specialist - Ballard) & Ms. Hazelton (Library Media Specialist - OWMS)

Max number of students: 20 students entering grades K-2

Date/Time: July 27 to 31, 10 a.m. - noon

Place: Ballard Elementary Library

To Sign-up: Sign up through this link 

Summer is a great time to make new friends and awesome memories! Come join us for a fun-filled week where we’ll get creative and stay cool. We’ll make crafts, build dioramas, paint colorful pictures, and even take a break to beat the heat and play in some sprinklers! Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Dickinson are excited to lead this fun first week of summer break. We’ll read engaging stories and bring them to life by creating our own dioramas, follow along with directed drawings to paint fun scenes, and make creative crafts inspired by our favorite book characters and moments. It’s going to be a week full of imagination, creativity, and summer fun!

Teacher: Mrs. Dickinson (Grade 1 - Tanglewood) & Mrs. Johnson (K- Moreau)

Max number of students: 20 students entering grades 1 - 4

Date/Time: June 29 to July 2, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Place: Tanglewood Elementary

To Sign-up: dickinsond@sgfcsd.org or johnsonst@sgfcsd.org (more information found here)