Lower Elementary Classes

 

Art with the Masters (1st to 3rd graders)​

Tuesdays, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 

 

Both new and returning students will be inspired with hands-on art activities that explore the styles and techniques used by famous art Masters. In this early elementary-level art class, childhood creative curiosity will be nurtured, and learning will look like play! Students will be introduced to the elements and principles of design, exposed to a variety of art materials, encouraged to experiment, learn by doing, all while acquiring the skills and techniques needed to create their own original works of art! Please note: the projects are new every year so students repeating this class will explore new techniques. 

 

Instructor: Patricia Storey

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Elementary Spanish 1 (1st to 3rdgraders)

Tuesdays, 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm 

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Students will learn the basics of the Spanish language through listening, speaking, games, history, and cultural traditions. The class will continue to use the Listos Level A curriculum and workbooks to advance student skills while keeping class fun! New students are welcome!

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Instructor: Brenda Rodriguez​​​​

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First Grade Enrichment (1st graders)

Wednesdays, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 

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This first grade enrichment class is designed to build on the foundational skills introduced in kindergarten and serve as a bridge to the next level of elementary classes offered at Stone Hill Learning Center. Using the Abeka curriculum, students will explore engaging topics in history, science, and health through age-appropriate lessons and hands-on activities. The class reinforces key concepts while extending learning to encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for discovery.

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Instructor: Joanna Giunta

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Science Discovery (2nd to 3rd graders)

Thursdays, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 

 

Science Discovery is an introductory course for lower elementary-aged children. Students will learn scientific concepts through being curious and asking questions about the natural world, making observations, and sharing ideas. Skills are learned through hands-on activities, simple experiments, and inquiry-driven explorations. Concepts include the scientific method, motion and forces, electricity, magnetism, weather, life cycles and inherited traits. We will use the Savvas’ Elevate Science Grade 3 curriculum. Please note: the Grade 3 curriculum is new for next year, so students repeating this class will explore new topics. 

 

Instructor: Nina Friscia​

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Brave Writers (2nd to 3rd graders)

Thursdays, 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm

 

The Brave Writer class is geared for elementary-aged students, based on the Brave Writer curriculum.  Students will develop the steps of the writing process through directed practice and literature study, incorporating mechanics, grammar, vocabulary, and pattern-based spelling. Students will read a variety of genres, including narrative, historical fiction, poetry, and informational writing, and incorporate key characteristics of each in their own writing. The class will provide new challenges, including new books, for those who took the 2025/26 Brave Writer class, but the class also stands alone for new students.

 

Instructor: Betsy Ferrer​

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Upper Elementary Classes

 

Elementary Spanish 2 (3rd to 5th graders)

Tuesdays, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

 

Students will learn the basics of the Spanish language through listening, speaking, games, history, and cultural traditions. The class will continue to use the Encuentros Level 2 curriculum and workbooks to advance student skills while keeping class fun! Previous experience with the Spanish language is recommended for new students joining the class. 

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Instructor: Brenda Rodriguez

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Journey Through Art (4th to 6th graders)

Tuesdays, 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm

 

In this upper elementary art class, both new and returning students will set off on an imaginary journey to different countries. There they will visit different artists and learn about their styles, art movements, and art techniques. Students will be taught drawing skills to help them become art journal keepers. They will be guided on their journey and use the skills they learned to create their own original artwork. Please note: the projects are new every year so students repeating this class will explore new techniques. 

 

Instructor: Patricia Storey

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Elementary Math Mania (3rd - 5th graders)

Wednesday, 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm

 

Math Mania is a supplemental math course offering a mix of fun and math concepts. We will be exploring the world of multiplication and division, including learning math facts and applying those facts with area, volume, and other practical applications. We will use Math-U-See as our primary text. No homework is required (unless desired by the parent). This class is intended to be a supplemental math class that compliments the math curriculum being used at home. The first part of class will be practicing and applying fundamental math concepts. The second half of the class will be spent learning and playing unique and engaging strategic games! Logic and strategy skills will be developed primarily through board and card games. Maximum students: 8. Minimum age 8 (with exceptions).

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Instructor: TBD​​

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Upper Elementary Science (4th to 6th graders)
Thursdays, 9:30am - 12:00pm 

 

This hands-on science class uses Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology. Students will do a deep dive into the unique design of their own body–both inside and out–and how they can keep it working well. They’ll also explore a range of topics, such as human DNA, cell anatomy, and body systems, through the curriculum filled with vivid graphics, interactive lessons, and hands-on projects. There will be plenty of experiments and labs to explore and learn! Please note: This topic is new for next year so students repeating this class will explore something new.

 

Instructor: Annie Liu

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IEW Elementary Writing: Fables, Myths, and Fairytales (4th to 6th graders)

Thursday, 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm

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A wide variety of adventures will supply a rich foundation for imaginative and enjoyable writing using IEW’s Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales Writing Lessons. Our students will work through IEW Units 1–7 as they learn to take notes, retell narrative stories, summarize references, write from pictures, and compose their own fables, myths, and fairy tales. This class explores vocabulary, styles of writing, grammar, and poetry.​

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Instructor: Leslie Rosa