Polo Ridge Elementary
Charlotte, NC
Coding, English, Public Speaking and Competition Math
Virtual Clubs + Risk Free Trials
Registrations open
Sessions Starting Week of September 22, 2024
**Multiple Program Discount Available.**
Call 980-292-1441 with any questions during registrations (Mon - Fri 10AM - 5PM)
About Thinking Feet virtual classes.
The club is being offered fully Virtual, leveraging our 6+ years of experience offering virtual classes to students across the country.
We are proud to offer virtual classes that are full of energy, engagement and are collaborative with our experienced teachers drawing students into many brainstorming discussions. There is never a dull moment in Thinking Feet classes.
However, we understand that not all virtual class experience that your child may have had elsewhere may have met expectations. So we are offering a 1 class money back guarantee with our Coding classes and a 2 week money back guarantee for all other classes.
All Clubs have Risk Free Trials. Any program with ongoing billing (Math, ELA, Public Speaking) has 15% sibling discounts. Please read the specific details in the club descriptions. Please read about multi program discounts in the registration section below.
Coding & Technology
About
Our Programs
Level 1
Grades 1 - 2
Level 2
Grades 3 - 5
Thinking Feet's Coding & Technology program has a unique and proprietary curriculum, where your child will go well beyond Coding and develop as a creative thinker and problem solver - nurturing their innate curiosity. You will watch your child transform from being a consumer of technology to a creator of fully functioning technology products.
In our time tested curriculum and engaging classrooms, students will be in a fascinating learning journey of computer programming, logical and algorithmic problem solving while building multiple games and applications.
L1: Fundamentals of Coding in MIT Scratch
Design and codes Games/Visual animations in MIT Scratch. Build a solid foundation in Coding by building fully functional games and animations. The BEST foundation program to introduce your child to one of the most valuable skills of the century.
- Students will learn the foundations of game & animation programming with MIT-Scratch. They will create various projects to tackle coding concepts.
- A curriculum specifically designed for our youngest technology leaders to introduce them to fundamentals of coding using MIT-Scratch.
- Students learn the fundamentals of algorithmic thinking as they build multiple visual games and applications using a very simple yet powerful tool.
- They learn about loops, conditional statements and simple algorithms along with creative design as they code many games and visual applications.
- Students take their first steps into the world of coding in a fun and engaging learning environment.
- Simple debugging and problem solving.
Grades 1 - 2: Thursdays 6:40PM - 7:40PM
- 8 Thursdays starting Sept. 24
- Min: 3. Max: 5 (per group)
- Price: $250 for 8 classes.
- Full refund available if canceled within 24 hours after the first class.
L2: Intro to Artificial Intelligence
Our introductory AI program is designed for students to explore the fascinating world of artificial intelligence through hands-on projects. Participants will start by using Teachable Machine to understand machine learning concepts and create their own image and sound classification models. They will then progress to developing interactive apps using MIT App Inventor, gaining practical experience in AI development and application. Our program aims to equip students with foundational AI knowledge and hands-on skills, empowering them to create their own AI-driven applications.
Teachable Machine
- Introduction to machine learning.
- Build and train image and sound classification models.
- Test and refine models for accuracy.
- Learn about Data Collection and Training Models!
MIT App Inventor
- Focus on User Interface Design and Interaction.
- Create a Chat Bot capable of listening and responding to simple conversations.
- Develop an Image Bot that listens to the user to create images.
- Learn App Development and Integration!
Grades 3 - 5: Mondays OR Wednesdays 6:40PM - 7:40PM
- 8 Wednesdays starting Sept 23/Sept 25.
- Min: 5. Max: 10 (per group)
- Price: $220 for 8 classes.
- Full refund available if canceled within 24 hours after the first class.
Public Speaking
About
Program Structure
Level 1
Grades 3 - 5
Program Structure
Our program is designed to help children develop their confidence, communication skills, and creativity through public speaking.
Our classes include a mix of improvisational games, planned speeches, and personalized feedback to help each child grow at their own pace. We believe that every child has something valuable to say, and we work to create a supportive environment where every student feels comfortable sharing their ideas and expressing themselves.
At the end of each unit, each child will have the opportunity to showcase their progress by delivering the speech they have been practicing to their classmates. Our goal is to help each child feel proud of their accomplishments and confident in their ability to speak in public.
Conquer the Podium And Grow Your Command on Speech
L1: Public Speaking
Our curriculum is focused on helping kids develop key skills like eye contact, vocal projection, effective body language, and clear articulation. We also encourage creativity and self-expression through fun, engaging activities that help kids explore different aspects of public speaking.
Have your child get an early start in developing their command over speech, the confidence to stand in front of a crowd and lead the journey of mastering one of the most important skills in life.
- Build confidence with personalized feedback and support from teachers.
- Work on communication skills through planned speeches to become a more effective speaker.
- Express your creativity with our improvisational speaking games.
Grades 3 - 5: Wednesdays 5:30PM - 6:30PM
- Wednesdays starting Sept 25. Ongoing classes, no contracts.
- Min: 5. Max: 10 (per group)
- Price: $135 per 4 weeks.
- 2-Week Money Back Guarantee.
Advanced and Competition Math
About & Credentials
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Advanced Math Level 1
Grades 1 - 2
Adv Math L2 & CML1
Grades 3 - 5
Advanced and Competition Math
The exciting world of Competition Mathematics can often be classified into theory building and/or problem solving. Of course all mathematicians solve problems, while only a few are great theory builders. Theory building involves developing repeatable solution strategies that can be applied in problem solving and the building of structures that enable us to see patterns out of what appears to be chaos.
The Advanced and Competition Math classes take students in an exciting journey full of theory-building AND problem solving enrichment. It is designed to encourage children to embrace problem solving as an exciting and uplifting social activity.
Read more about our Competition Math program including sample problems HERE
Advanced Math Level 1 (Grades 1 - 2)
Students are introduced to critical thinking and unique problem solving strategies. They will solve problems that combine multiple math topics. Develop critical thinking with a structured approach on challenging math problems. Students will be prepared for future Math Competitions. This is the class for advanced 1st and 2nd graders who are looking to sharpen their math skills.
- 60 minutes per week.
- Mondays 5:30PM - 6:30PM.
- $135 / 4 weeks. First Two classes FREE. First class will be an assessment.
- Starting Sept 23. Ongoing classes, no contracts.
- View sample problem types they will learn to solve HERE.
Learn more about our Advanced Math Programs (no separate sign up needed for assessments)
Advanced Math L2 & Competition Math Level 1 (Grades 3 - 5)
Enter the fascinating world of Competition Math, learning strategies and techniques on the format of Math Olympiad (MOEMS), early MathCounts, Math Kangaroo and more!! Students are introduced to critical thinking and unique problem solving strategies. Proven success (details on site).
Competitions we target: Math Olympiad (MOEMS), Math Kangaroo, Early MathCounts.
- Advanced 3rd, 4th/5th graders who are new to competition math or exploring interest.
- 60 minutes per week.
- Wednesdays OR Thursdays 5:30PM - 6:30PM.
- $135 / 4 weeks. First Two classes FREE. First class will be an assessment.
- Starts Sept 25/26. Ongoing classes, no contracts.
- If your child is advanced and ready for MathCounts / AMC 8 level problems, please register for Level 1 and we will confirm Level 2 after assessment.
- View sample problem types they will learn to solve HERE.
Learn more about our Competition Math Programs (no separate sign up needed for assessments)
English Language Arts
ELA & Creative Writing
Grades 3 - 5
ELA: Creative Writing
Creative writing is one of the most important skills with benefits in all walks of life. And we feel this is a skill that has seen the most dearth of attention in the school systems.
Our program will coach your child on structuring their thoughts into carefully planned narratives, using superior language styles that make the simplest of scenes come alive.
There are plenty of neuroscience research suggesting that when students engage in creative writing, it activates the same cognitive abilities tied to invention and problem solving. It also increases their patience and persistence in driving towards long term goals vs driving towards immediate gratification.
These competencies will be strong differentiators in a fast changing world where your kids will have to be problem solvers in scenarios where the problem itself may not be clearly defined. Our program is designed to build their ongoing confidence and develop them into superior thinkers and problem solvers.
Grades 3- 5: Thursdays 6:40PM - 7:40PM
- starting Sept 26. Ongoing classes, no contract.
- Min: 5. Max: 10 (per group)
- Price: $135 / 4 weeks. 2-Week Money Back Guarantee.
Register
First come first serve basis. In case the groups fill up to capacity, we will open a waiting list and will also try and open other slots.
In case we do not reach the minimum in any group, and club gets cancelled - a full refund will be offered.
Students need access to a computer for Coding Classes (Windows, Mac for Python, Robotics. Chromebooks will work only for Mobile Apps).
Multi Program Discounts:
Coding + any two other programs (out of Math, ELA, Public Speaking):
Pay the 8 weeks price for coding at registration (see above for each coding program) + $251 per 4 weeks for the 2 programs (7% discount)
Any two programs out of Math, ELA, Public Speaking:
$251 per 4 weeks (7% discount)
All three programs of Math, ELA, Public Speaking:
$300 per 4 weeks + Coding class is Free (40% + discount) - lock this price for the entire school year 2024-25.
Plus all students who do 6 or more months of classes are eligible for discounted summer camps.
Thinking Feet’s main learning center is located in the Charlotte Ballantyne area in Mecklenburg county. We are just minutes away from nearby Matthews, Weddington, Marvin, Waxhaw, Pineville, Wesley Chapel, Piper Glen and Fort Mill, SC.