Enrichment
Enrichment
Enrichment Series
⚖️ Piggy v. Wolfe: Introduction to Mock Trials⚖️
2nd session
Have you ever wanted to argue a case in court, represent a witness, or decide the outcome of a trial? Then this series is for you! We'll learn about courtroom procedures as well as typical trial order. We'll also learn to strengthen our arguments in order to persuade. Finally, the most important part of this series is the mock trial that we will be participating in, Piggy v. Wolfe. Every role has tailored character sheets designed, as well as a case guide and specific role advice. Teamwork is especially important in this series, as everyone will be working with a team, so come as a willing participant. This series will help develop public speaking skills and confidence, help shape critical thinking skills, strengthen your understanding of the legal system, and have fun while doing this!
Amanda O
SHW Book and Literary Appreciation and Awareness Club
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Please don't be alarmed by the really long title of this series! This series is essentially for a book club. We'll be talking about books, films, comics, and more. You all can share all that you like! We can have fun debates and conversations about common tropes and ideas we see in the media. Please do not stop yourself from joining if you don't like books! Maybe you just don't like reading but I'm sure this club can allow you to take a greater interest in books. Even if you don't like books, we can look at many literary and non-literary texts like films, comics, mangas and more! Hey guys, I think I'll stick to holding one or two sessions a month.
Arya N
Intro to Neuroscience Club !!
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Every week, we're going to go over different intro to neuroscience topics! This is gonna be a fun series, with hopefully some guest speakers in the future, and different activities. I hope to grow a supportive and fun community that is interested in neuroscience on Schoolhouse! The curriculum in this series is similar to that of the Brain Bee, but I will be expanding on more based on my experience in my internships and courses such as neuroimaging!
Anika M
Mastering Chess
5th session
Join us on this 6-session series where we explore the fascinating game of chess! Learn tactics & strategy of this age-old game, build a tournament-ready opening repertoire, and show off your skills in chess.com tournaments and competitions. Furthermore, become a part of the large and rapidly-growing SchoolHouse chess community.
Sourish K
Origami for Everyone!
3rd session
Each week, we will go over a different origami craft with varying difficulties, from beginner to advanced. Office hours are available if requested for beginner tips and help.
Eve L
How to Solve a Rubik's Cube!
8th session
Each week, we will go step-by-step to learn how to solve the cube! A new step will be covered each week, with a final session at the end to practice and ask questions. Here's the schedule: Week 1: Orientation & White Side Week 2: First 2 Layers Week 3: Last Layer (Pt. 1) Week 4: Last Layer (Pt. 2) Week 5: More Practice to Improve No prior knowledge is required, just come with a cube and ready to learn!
Emmitt R
RoboClub: Theory Tricks 🛠️😎
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Join our weekly robotics theory sessions! 🤖 Dive into calibration techniques and efficiency hacks. We'll start with the basics and move to advanced topics. This isn't a coding class—I'll share my team's secret algorithms and innovative designs. Plus, you'll get tips to make your robots stand out in competitions. Ready to level up your robotics game and aim for nationals? 🚀 Let's get building!
Emma B
Chess Tactics: Spot a Win in your Chess Games
3rd session
Hey everybody 👋! Welcome to this series on chess tactics. During each session we will be going over different strategies to solve chess tactics, and cool examples of chess tactics which you can use for brilliant finishes and fantastic wins in your chess games and to level up your tactical skills.
Tanush K
ACT Preparation Series
3rd session
I plan to cover strategies and practice questions for the different ACT sections, based on what students want to cover for each session.
Ishanvi K
Introduction to Circuit Design and Arduino
5th session
By the end of this 5-week course, you will have a strong foundation in basic and intermediate circuit design using TinkerCAD, as well as experience programming Arduino. You will develop a solid understanding of electrical components such as resistors, transistors, potentiometers, and more. You will also be able to perform circuit calculations, understanding voltage, current, and resistance using Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's Laws. This curriculum is designed to provide practical, hands-on experience that emphasizes real-world applications and project-based learning.
Aum S
Journey Into Genre Book Club
3rd session
Is genre a construct? A marketing label intended to box in readers? Or are genres actually a helpful device? Whatever your opinion, this book club will dive deep into different literary genres to try to answer these questions—and have fun! Each session will start by discussing our current reads. Then, we'll explore the genre for the week! Not only will we share recommendations, we'll also talk about the conventions of the genre and whether it's real… whatever that means. Notes: - This is a loose book club without a book each week and is instead meant to provide a place for enthusiastic readers to discuss books! - This is not an academic book club and is meant to be a fun and informative discussion of genres! - Books discussed may have varying recommended age levels, but I will provide content warnings for every book and will not be discussing the mature topics explicitly at any time. - More sessions may be added!
Kate L
🐾💉 Vet Paws Summer Camp: Exploring the Wild World of Veterinary Medicine 🐶💕
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Join me on a journey to explore the exciting world of veterinary medicine! In this comprehensive 20-session series, we'll delve into the fundamentals of veterinary assisting, covering topics such as medical terminology, animal care, and communication skills. Whether you're an animal lover or aspiring veterinary professional, this series is perfect for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the field. Vet Summer Camp Overview: Welcome to the Vet Summer Camp, a comprehensive program designed to introduce learners to the fascinating world of veterinary medicine. Over the course of several sessions, we'll explore various aspects of veterinary care, from the basics of veterinary medicine to specialized topics like the musculoskeletal system and veterinary pharmacology. What to Expect: During the Vet Summer Camp, learners can expect: Engaging lectures and discussions led by experienced instructors Interactive activities, including labeling exercises, case studies, and group discussions Opportunities to ask questions and interact with instructors and peers A supportive and inclusive learning environment Lesson Plan: Introduction to Veterinary Medicine Overview of the veterinary profession History of veterinary medicine Branches of veterinary medicine Veterinary oath and ethics The Musculoskeletal System of Domestic Animals Overview of the musculoskeletal system Functions of the musculoskeletal system Components of the musculoskeletal system (bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints) Common musculoskeletal disorders (osteoarthritis, fractures) Case study: diagnosing and treating a musculoskeletal disorder Upcoming Lessons Veterinary Pharmacology Introduction to veterinary pharmacology Principles of pharmacology (pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics) Classes of veterinary medications (anesthetics, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs) Case study: pharmacological treatment of a veterinary patient Additional Topics: We may also cover other topics, including: Veterinary anatomy and physiology Veterinary nutrition and dietetics Veterinary surgery and anesthesia Veterinary imaging and diagnostics Veterinary emergency and critical care Stay Tuned! I am so excited to embark on this veterinary journey with you! Stay tuned for engaging lessons, interactive activities, and opportunities to learn from experienced instructors and peers.
Pol J
Song of the Week
5th session
Hey everyone! Each week, we'll explore a new song, including its story, background, and maybe even some LOOOOOORRREEEE. To end every session off, there will be a guess the lyrics challenge and possibly, for the brave-hearted, some karaoke time! Song suggestions are welcome as long as they are clean.
Nathaniel S
Chess 101
2nd session
In this series, we will cover the basics of chess through interactive sessions, from learning how the pieces move to successfully implementing the key principles of the opening. You do not need any prior knowledge and are not required to have a physical chess board -- our practice will be done on screen!
Christine P
Intro to Using GenAI / LLMs
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In this Schoolhouse Summer Camp series, I will go over how to use generative AI, in particular large language models (LLMs). Week 1: What are LLMs? How do they work? Week 2: Making the most of LLMs. Prompt engineering. Week 3: LLM use cases / live demo Preview of some of the (to be updated) material from last year: [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TcmVfGXE8U0rGm7AkBfesDPHILLq04ILaXz810nF-3U/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TcmVfGXE8U0rGm7AkBfesDPHILLq04ILaXz810nF-3U/edit?usp=sharing)
Dickson T
Engineering for Robotics | Structural Design
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Hello! In this series, we are going to go over all the fundamentals needed to build robots 🔧 and make them efficient. This course will cover the structural design aspects of robot building! Additionally, I will be hosting a competition 🏆 related to robotics and creative thinking every two weeks! Hope to see you there! Note: You don't need much experience to join the sessions. We'll start from the basics and move on from there! Note 2: Sessions will be added as the series goes on!
Yudhish K
Summer Spark: Personal Growth Camp
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The camp's curriculum is designed to empower participants through various engaging activities. It focuses on personal growth, confidence, effective communication, healthy habits, nurturing relationships, and goal setting. This includes interactive discussions, group exercises, reflection activities, and creative challenges to build valuable life skills.
Swapnasish G
Crochet Club
16th session
We'll go through the basics of learning how to crochet. By the end of this series, I'm hoping that each of us can successfully crochet a tote bag and donate crocheted baby hats to local hospitals/institutions!
Ariana N
USABO Prep Course
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Throughout the summer and into the school year, we will go though textbooks from the USABO in preparation Who this course is for: 🧬Anyone with an interest in biology 🧬Anyone taking a bio class next school year 🧬Anyone preparing for the 2025 USABO (or equavilant competition What this course offers: ⚡️Review of the main content from every recommended textbook ⚡️In depth explanations and engaging lessons from qualified tutors ⚡️Review of old USABO open and semi-finalist exams close to test date This course will continue over the course of about a year, pretty much until the semifinals Textbooks used: 📖Campbell’s Biology 📖Human Physiology by Vanders 📖Raven’s Plant Biology 📖Molecular Biology of the Cell By Albert’s You are not required to have any of these for the series We will review in slideshows or with the textbook’s visuals, depending on the book/chapter Important: 🔬More sessions will be added with time 🔬If you have any more questions/miss a session/want to review more, reach out via the tutor chat to schedule extra sessions with me I look forward to working with all of you soon!
Jack R
A Serious Series about Siri (📱), Ceres (🔭), and Series (𝜮)
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What do Siri, Ceres, and series have in common? Not much, except for how they’re pronounced! In each session, we’ll dive into 1 of these 3 seemingly unrelated topics. By the end of the series, you should know a lot more about: - 🍏 Siri — Apple’s virtual assistant that uses voice commands to perform tasks and answer questions on devices like iPhones and iPads. [Learn more ](https://www.apple.com/siri/) - 🌖 Ceres — the closest dwarf planet to the Sun and Earth, and the only one in the inner solar system. [Learn more](https://science.nasa.gov/dwarf-planets/ceres/) - 🧮 Series — the sum of a sequence of numbers generated according to a specific pattern or rule, whether finite or infinite. [Learn more](https://www.khanacademy.org/math/precalculus/x9e81a4f98389efdf:series) Do any of these things seem interesting? If so, consider joining this 3-day series to learn so much more about Siri, Ceres, and series!
Joe H
Official 🎤 SHW Weekly Debate SHOWDOWN! 🎤
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Should we colonize Mars? Is homework unconstitutional? Are electric cars worth it? Should 13 be the minimum age for Schoolhouse? Welcome to SHW Weekly Debate Showdown! Each week there will be a new debate 😎, two teams clashing against each other to win the debate! You will be placed randomly 🤫 ! Team A(pple) (Proposition) Team B(anana) (Opposition) Debates will be formatted similar to parliamentary style debate: Team A (Constructive) 3.5 min Team B (Constructive) 3.5 min Team A (Rebuttal) 3.5 min Team B (Rebuttal) 3.5 min Team A (Summary) 2 min Team B (Summary) 2 min Team A (Closing Statement) 1 min Team B (Closing Statement) 1 min Whether a novice or professional, this a great place to showcase your skills and talent and get practice with Speech & Debate! You will get feedback from your peers and tutor as well!
Arjun M
Astronomy ECs Club
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Explore ideas for Astronomy ECs and Awards that you can add on your college app!
Nishtha S
BREAKING NEWS: Mastering Journalism Bootcamp
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Over the course of this week, we will cover the different types of articles, proper journalistic grammar/formatting, how to conduct interviews, and more! Each session is an hour long, with 10 minutes of Q&A at the end. You should come prepared with a notebook and pencil OR a blank Google Doc to do some writing! No previous experience is required.
Mihika S
AP Microeconomics
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AP Microeconomics is composed of 6 individual units: (1) Basic Economic Concepts; (2) Supply and Demand; (3) Production, Cost, and the Perfect Competition Model; (4) Imperfect Competition; (5) Factor Markets; and (6) Market Failure and the Role of Government. Every two weeks, we will complete one unit, ending with a small group quiz based on the most requested topics. Please take notes how you feel comfortable and be ready to actively engage with other learners. Topics may also be followed along for extra practice through the Khan Academy course. I will encourage additional practice on this website, but it is entirely optional.
Erica R
Enrichment Sessions
Today
Getting ready for high school!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Anaya R
How to SLAY this next academic year
8:00 PM - 8:50 PM
Aman D and Hemanth K