Academy
Winter Break Program 2024/2025
Week #1 Thursday-Saturday (12/26, 12/27 & 12/28)
Week #2 Thursday-Saturday ( 1/2, 1/3 & 1/4)
Writing/Public Speaking Camp | 4-8th
This class offers students an engaging, detailed introduction to the basics of public speaking, along with fundamentals of essay writing (& other forms of writing, too!).
Topics to be discussed include:
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How to capture & maintain an audience’s attention
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Techniques for remaining calm and focused while speaking
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Organizational skills for both oral and written presentations
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Persuasive writing (Thesis, Evidence, & Analysis)
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Examples of great speeches & essays from historical figures
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Each student will have the opportunity to present their own speech/formal piece of writing to the class. Students will learn technical knowledge, find personal inspiration, and gain confidence in their ability to express themselves through the spoken and written word.
Schedule:
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
ISEE Intensive Workshop
There is no better way to prepare for the ISEE than with an ISEE intensive workshop at Peninsula Academy. Our program teaches and reinforces the fundamental skills needed to achieve high scores on all levels of the ISEE. Students practice for their respective test level using genuine test material to familiarize themselves with the test format and to work toward mastering the material in each section.
Schedule:
Lower Level: 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Middle Level: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SAT Boot Camp
In this results-oriented course, students will learn the most essential strategies for maximizing their scores. Topics include how to handle time pressure, speed reading, multiple choices, and how to identify the common patterns in “trap” answers. All materials are drawn from real SAT tests over the past five years, ensuring accurate and timely information.
Schedule:
Online Class:
Dec. 27-31(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
In-Person Class:
Practice test: 12/26(9:30 am-1 pm)
Class: 12/27, 12/28, 1/2 & 1/3 (10:30 am-12:30 pm)
Writing Competition Prep
Prepare for the most prestigious writing competitions with our tailor-made 1-on-1 classes. Do you want to shine in competitions such as the New York Times and Scholastic Writing Competitions? Peninsula Academy can help you reach that goal. Our teachers are experienced and renowned writing teachers and coaches with a track record of success!
** Please note, that for some courses we may be able to offer daily classes. Please contact us for more information.
Register Now: Spaces are limited. We strive to keep our classes as small as possible to provide our students with the highest level of attention and assistance.
Contact us to enroll today!
Office Telephone: (310) 377-1297
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