CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR CURRENT 1ST-3RD GRADES HELD at SWANSON

Sports and Fitness ....................................................................

• Grade 1 • Course Number: 2021

• Grade 2 • Course Number: 2022

• Grade 3 • Course Number: 2023

Grades 1-3

Students engage in fitness activities, obstacle courses, parachute games, relay races, bean bag activities, and team sports such as basketball, soccer, etc.

NEW Space Camp ..................................................................

• Course Number: 1435

Grades 2-3

This is an interactive exploration of our space program. Students will learn to understand the job of astronauts traveling into space. Students will learn about each planet; learn about the space shuttle and its duties; and learn about space exploration through a variety of space activities.

STEM ...............................................................................

• Grade 1 • Course Number: 1431

• Grade 2 • Course Number: 1432

• Grade 3 • Course Number: 1433

Grades 1-3

This course will focus on the STEM design process. Students will work on creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking as they build towers, bridges, catapults, marble mazes and more. They will plan, design and build together using science, technology, engineering, and math skills.

Writing Adventures ....................................................................

• Grade 1 • Course Number: 4501

• Grade 2 • Course Number: 4502

• Grade 3 • Course Number: 4503

Grades 1-3

In this course, students will focus on grade level writing skills and strategies. Students will engage in opportunities to enhance their skills by writing, editing, and publishing their work. Please enroll in the current academic grade level.