"Back To School" Skill Studios - August 2025
Option 1 August 4th - 7th 9 am - 1 pm
Option 2 August 4th - 7th 3 pm - 7 pm
Studios are virtual.
What Are Skills Studios?
Personalized learning cohorts for middle and high school students.
Students develop essential academic and life-ready skills while learning about topics of personal interest.
All Studios conclude with a Student-led Presentation of Learning where students present their independent
research and reflect on their skill development.
Parents are encouraged to attend.
What Skills Will Students Develop?
Text analysis & critical reading
Research & synthesizing information
Writing & revising
Presenting, collaborating, & leading
Goal-setting, time management & reflection
I was part of one of the first AP Seminar and AP Capstone classes at Oakton High School, which greatly enhanced my academic and career growth. Under the mentorship of Mr. Waxman and Ms. Blankenship, I explored my interests in music and psychology while developing key skills in research, writing, and public speaking. Two years post-college, I still apply these skills in my career, and they’ve helped me stand out among my colleagues and peers. I highly recommend this course for students aiming to improve their research, speaking, and writing abilities. - Grace
What Will Students Do and Create?
Monday Choose Project Topic, Research Essentials, and Critical Reading
Tuesday Research Share, Draft Writing, and Critical Reading
Wednesday Writing Feedback, Revision, and Critical Reading
Thursday Present Personal Research and Reflect on Skill Growth
*Participants may need to complete additional reading or research between meetings.
Students will develop an online portfolio with:
Critical Reading Responses & Annotated Texts
Research Journals and Process Documents
Student Writing Samples and Feedback
Presentation
Skill Self-Assessment & Reflection
"School Prep" Skill Studio - August 2025
Option 1 August 4th - 7th 9 am - 1 pm
Option 2 August 4th - 7th 3 pm - 7 pm
Studios are virtual.
AUGUST 2025 STUDIO:
$500 per studio