SNTutoring! (Year-Round Virtual Program- 1:1 customized subject/activity)
Is your special needs child having too much alone time? Maybe having tutors or playmates will help your child to be gradually more social and active in addition to learning things that interest him/her?
FCSN youth volunteers can work with your special needs child 1:1 online on any academic subjects or non-academic activities of your choice. Furthermore, with our support, you can work with the tutor to select/design materials customized to your child’s functioning level, interest, and needs. To assure the quality of the tutoring sessions, an experienced supervisor will routinely review parents’ feedback and tutors’ after-class-reports, then take actions as needed.
This is an on-going program, you can register at any time. If you are interested in learning more about this program, please click HERE to visit SNTutoring website.
Contact: Yvette Ying | yingxi98@gmail.com or Linmei Chiao | linmeichiao@yahoo.com
Register: click HERE to visit SNTutoring website, and click “SN Individuals” to register.
*Non-FCSN members will need to pay additional $25 non-member fee per camp. To become a member, please contact administration@fcsn1996.org for membership form. Membership fee is $50 lifetime. For more information, please CLICK.
* Please note that there’s no refund once registered.
2023 Fall – Music for Special Artists
Course Description:
Embark on a melodic journey with our Intro to Music course, encompassing music theory, singing, and performance techniques. Lay the vital groundwork for expressive communication and creative composition in this immersive experience. This year’s course will cover many different fundamental musical elements. Students learn to identify notes, understand basic rhythms, grasp various scales and key signatures, and comprehend intervals. This knowledge forms the basis for musical communication and composition, setting the stage for deeper exploration in music theory. Students also will engage in an interactive experience of learning by singing along to songs on YouTube. This hands-on approach will enhance their musical skills as they synchronize with melodies, practice vocal techniques, and hone their pitch accuracy.
Age: any age
Capacity: 10
Where: online
Date and Time: Sundays 7-8pm on 9/17/23, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/05, 11/12, 11/19, 12/03
Tuition: $50
Contact: Katelyn Zhang l katelyn.yzhang@gmail.com
CLICK TO REGISTER
2023 Spring – Virtual Music and Hip-Hop Class
Description:
A team of high schoolers are working together to create a loving music community. Join us for a series of fun music/dance classes dedicated to helping children with special needs learn to sing and hip-hop dance. We will also introduce various music instruments and cover music theory including beat counting and gross/fine motor related movements.
All are welcome.
Age: any age
Capacity: 15
Date and Time:
Tuition:
Contact: Yvette Ying l yingxi98@gmail.com
2023 Fall – Biology for Curious Kids
Description:
Age: 6 or older
Capacity: 10
Where: Online
Tuition: $50
Date and Time: Sundays 5-6pm on 9/17/23, 9/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/05, 11/12, 11/19
Contact: Katelyn Zhang l katelyn.yzhang@gmail.com
CLICK TO REGISTER
2023 Fall – Math Fun-damentals
Lesson 1: Basic Operations (Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide)
Lesson 2: Word Problems: Basic Operations
Lesson 3: Fractions with Basic Operations
Lesson 4: Decimals
Lesson 5: Percent
Lesson 6: Word Problems: Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
Lesson 7: Algebra 1 Intro + Variables
Lesson 8: Roots and Exponents
Lesson 9: Differences of Number Types (Whole Number, Integer, Real, etc.)
Lesson 10: Final Review and/or Activity Day
Capacity: 10
Tuition: $50
Contact: Yvette Ying l yingxi98@gmail.com
2023-2024 Language & Art Class
Alisa Huang and her team will lead the Language & Art virtual class this year. They will have 2 trials on 10/01 and 10/8 to introduce their programs. Please contact the coordinator Julie at julie.du@gmail.com to sign up for the trial classes if you are interested.
Description: In this virtual language arts course, we will focus on helping our students improve their reading and writing skills through stories and fun games in grammar and vocabulary. The volunteers of this class will work with these kids every step of the way, focusing on what students need to improve on each week. To end each class, we will have an arts and crafts activity that can give students a chance to express their creative -side. Finally, towards the end of each semester, students will work on a mini project that will show how much they have learned in this class! Maximum 10 student capacity in this class, weekly on Sundays 7-8pm.
Time and Dates: weekly on Sundays 7-8pm, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/12, 11/19, 11/26, 12/10, 12/17, 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, 3/17, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2
Tuition: $5 per class
In this language & arts course, we will focus on writing, grammar, and speech. In addition, we will read stories and play fun games with our students that will help them learn more vocabulary and practice their reading skills! The volunteers of this class will work with these kids every step of the way – focusing on what students need to improve on each week. To end each class, we will have fun arts and crafts that can give students a chance to express their creative side and end class with something fun! Finally, towards the end of each semester, students will work on a mini project that will show how much they have learned in this class!
2023 Winter Story Land
Teacher Brian is a sophomore at Granada High School. He has been in English Honors Class since middle school. He likes spending time with others as well as learning new things.
Teacher Francesca is a freshman at Amador Valley High School. She is currently taking an Honors English Class. She enjoys swimming, hanging out with friends, and crocheting.
9:30 – 10:15 AM on Saturdays, 11/18 and 12/9 (when there is SB Family Gathering)
Fall 2023 – Intro to Scratch & Python by Aarav
Want to learn the basic programming languages Scratch and Python but don’t know where to go. Fear not! Our Intro to Scratch & Python programming course will allow students to learn the most popular programming language for software engineering, data science, machine learning and AI. This program is for beginners and aims to teach the fundamentals of Scratch & Python. In addition to learning new concepts, we will play Blooket with our students to further understand the lesson in a fun and competitive way! I will work with these kids and guide them step-by-step so that they learn and enjoy Python. In this course, I will provide 3 sessions for Scratch & 5 sessions for Python. To end each class, we will create and continue on mini-Scratch and Python projects so that the students can express their creativity through the form of code. Students start to learn core concepts of Python syntax, loops, data types, variables, and so much more! They will explore more advanced programing elements of Python such as dictionaries and files. Every participant will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course!
Aarav Sharma is returning to teach Scratch and Python in Fall.
Age: any age
Capacity: 8
Date and Time: Saturdays, 4-5pm online, 9/2/23, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21/23
Tuition: $40
Contact: Yvette Ying l yingxi98@gmail.com
CLICK to Register
Fall 2023 – Scratch Class
Discover coding through Scratch, a block code language developed by MIT to allow children to learn and develop coding skills. In this course, students will utilize blocks of code to bring their ideas to life. Using forever blocks, if blocks, and more, students will create programs such as Pong, an art application, Flappy Bird, and Pac-Man. This course does require some experience in coding, but it is not necessary in understanding the material.
Students:
10+ years old (Limit to 8 students)
Some computer operation experiences such as typing and mouse clicking
Can follow teachers’ instructions with help from teacher assistants or parents
Hardware: Any computers with access to internet and a browser
Software: Create a Scratch account (https://scratch.mit.edu/users/sign-in/) before class starts
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download)
downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+ (Limit to 8 students)
WHEN: It will be 1-1 (one tutor / one student) online classes. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of the teacher and student(s).
CLICK to Register
Fall 2023 – Exploring AI and Machine Learning
A hands-on look into algorithmic decision making, Exploring AI and Machine Learning class dives into modeling tabular data for understanding the use of machine learning on real-world issues.
Students:
12+ years old
Know how to use a computer and access websites
Hardware: Any computers with access to internet and a browser
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download)
downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 12+ (Limit to 8 students)
WHEN: It will be 1-1 (one tutor / one student) online classes. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of the teacher and student(s).
CLICK to Register
Fall 2023 – Landscape Drawing Class
This class focuses on drawing various landscapes from all across the world. We’ll cover everything from forests to beaches to deserts. There will be approximately 12 classes. Each class will be tutorial-based where students will follow along with the teacher as we draw a Landscape together.
Hardware:
Apple iPad with Apple Pencil/any compatible stylus
If the iPad owned is among the following, Ipad air 3 / 4 / 5th Generation, Ipad Mini 5 / 6 Generation, Ipad pro 12.9 3 / 4 / 5th Generation, IPad Pro 11 inch, or IPad 6 / 7 / 8 / 9th Generation, then this stylus is a relatively well-priced option as opposed to an Apple Pencil.
Software:
Procreate – Ten dollars on App Store
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded and ready to use.
Students: 8+ years old
Hardware: Laptop, Apple iPad, Apple pencil or any stylus
Software: Procreate (purchase in iPad App Store, it is about $10 or so.
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 8+ (Limit to 8 students)
WHEN: It will be 1-1 (one tutor / one student) online classes. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of the teacher and student(s).
CLICK to Register
Fall 2023 – Art and Anatomy
Learning about important parts of the body, such as the brain and heart, is very important for your health as you become more familiar with your body. Bringing awareness to the art and anatomy is key to helping the next generation become mindful of themselves. Through this course, you will not only learn how to draw organs and bodily structures but also understand their functions in the body, as well as the different parts of those organs.
Hardware:
Apple iPad with Apple Pencil/any compatible stylus
If the iPad owned is among the following, Ipad air 3 / 4 / 5th Generation, Ipad Mini 5 / 6 Generation, Ipad pro 12.9 3 / 4 / 5th Generation, IPad Pro 11 inch, or IPad 6 / 7 / 8 / 9th Generation, then this stylus is a relatively well-priced option as opposed to an Apple Pencil.
Software:
Procreate – Ten dollars on App Store
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded and ready to use.
Students: 8+ years old
Hardware: Laptop, Apple iPad, Apple pencil or any stylus
Software: Procreate (purchase in iPad App Store, it is about $10 or so.
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 8+ (Limit to 8 students)
WHEN: It will be 1-2 (one tutor / two students) online classes. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of the teacher and student(s).
CLICK to Register
Computer Class: Explore Coding Through Games
A fun way of learning how to use block-based programming with video games like Plants Vs. Zombies, Minecraft, Flappy Bird, and more, Code.org offers a new class that helps students grasp the basics of coding and inspires them to pursue a future in coding.
Throughout the course, students will learn all about the power of functions, variables, for loops, and much more, all while having fun with attention-catching characters. No prior coding experience is required or expected. We have class materials for 30 sessions in the first CS Fundamentals: Express course, and more will be added as students complete the course.
For returning students, please inform your tutor about the number of sessions you have already completed.
Tutors will then commence the new sessions without repeating the previous ones.
Students:
10+ years old
Some computer operation experiences such as typing and mouse clicking
Can follow teachers’ instructions with help from teacher assistants or parents
Computer: Any computers with access to internet and a browser
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download)
downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+ (Limit to 8 students)
WHEN: It will be 1-1 (one tutor / one student) online classes. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of the teacher and student(s).
CLICK to Register
Computer Class: Basic Digital Arts
This class will be about basic digital drawing using Procreate. Students will learn how to use technology to their advantage while creating art. There will be 10 classes about software features and drawing techniques.
Hardware: Laptop, Apple iPad, Apple pencil or any stylus
Software: Procreate (purchase in iPad App Store, it is about $10 or so).
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+
WHEN: It will be 1-2 (one tutor / two students) online class. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of teacher and student.
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li Yang (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: Advanced Digital Arts
This class will be about advanced digital drawing using Procreate. Students have learned basic digital arts class before. Will learn how to use technology to their advantage while creating art. There will be ten classes about software features and drawing techniques.
Hardware: Laptop, Apple iPad, Apple pencil or any stylus
Software: Procreate (purchase in iPad App Store, it is about $10 or so).
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+
WHEN: It will be 1-2 (one tutor / two students) online class. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of teacher and student.
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li Yang (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: Digital Arts Design & Product
This class will cover digital arts and design using Procreate. Throughout the course of this class, students will learn how to gain further experience with using technology to create art and express their creativity through digital design. There will be ten classes which will consist of both art projects and lessons about software features and design techniques. Students will be able to strengthen and advance their skills and experience with digital art. For returning students, they will have more practice and projects instead of repeat the same contexts.
Prerequisite: Students have taken basic and advanced digital arts class before
Hardware: Laptop, Apple iPad, Apple pencil or any stylus
Software: Procreate (purchase in iPad App Store, it is about $10 or so, we reduce this class fee from $5 to $3 and students could buy this software)
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+
WHEN: Flexible 1-2 classes l
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: A Character & Fashion Design
This class will be about digital character and outfit design. Students will learn how to tell stories through character design and create outfits. There will be ten classes with each class focused on a specific aspect of character/fashion design. Each class will also have a hands-on portion for the student to make their own creative designs. For returning students, they will have more practice and projects instead of repeat the same contexts.
Hardware:
Laptop/Computer
Apple iPad with Apple Pencil/any compatible stylus or a graphic tablet that can be attached to the laptop or desktop.
If the iPad owned is among the following, Ipad air 3 / 4 / 5th Generation, Ipad Mini 5 / 6 Generation, Ipad pro 12.9 3 / 4 / 5th Generation, IPad Pro 11 inch, or IPad 6 / 7 / 8 / 9th Generation, then this stylus is a relatively well-priced option as opposed to an Apple Pencil.
If an iPad is not owned or is incompatible this tablet can be attached to a laptop or desktop and can be used. A stylus is included.
Software:
iPad – Ibis Paint X (Free app that must be downloaded in app store beforehand)
If instead of an iPad, a graphic tablet for a computer/laptop is used – Fire Alpaca ( Free software that can be downloaded using the following link: https://firealpaca.com/download/)
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer.
WHO: Special needs individual age 8+
WHEN: Flexible 1-2 classes l
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: Digital Comic and Illustration
This class will cover all the essential steps to make comics as well as how to illustrate using Procreate. Students will be able to follow along on various projects to create comics and illustrations. However, there will also be opportunities for students to use their creativity to come up with their own ideas. There will be 10 classes, each consisting of a lesson then a project to practice what was learned.
Hardware:
-Computer (for Zoom)
-iPad
-any stylus compatible with your iPad (Apple pencil is recommended)
Software:
-Procreate (can be purchased for around $10 in the app store )
-Other drawing program on your iPad (Only if your teacher is familiar with the program. If you want to use a program other than Procreate please ask your teacher beforehand.)
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+
WHEN: Flexible 1-2 classes l
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: Snap!
This coding language is simple to use because instead of coding using traditional coding, it uses coding blocks. This can help grab the attention of students because there are many shapes and colors involved. We have teaching material for 30 classes. For returning students,
if you have registered two times Snap! class before (have learned 20 classes), you will start class from teaching material class 21 ~ class 30.
Students:
12+ years old
Some computer operation experiences such as typing and mouse clicking
Can follow teachers’ instructions with help from teacher assistants or parents
Computer: Mac or Windows laptops
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded
on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 12+
WHEN: Flexible 1-1 classes l
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: Web design
This class will teach both HTML and CSS. HTML and CSS are 2 different languages that are used to develop and style web pages. Although HTML and CSS utilize basic syntax and logic, combined, they can create both innovative and attractive web pages. Topics that will be covered in this class include: – Basic HTML syntax – Embedding images and videos within HTML web pages – Using CSS to enhance HTML web pages The class will also offer two projects in order to practice these topics.
Students: 12+ years old Some computer operation experiences such as typing and mouse clicking
Computer: Mac or Windows laptops Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 12+ (up to 8 students)
WHEN: Flexible 1-1 classes l
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: Discord and Group Game Exploration
Discord is a messaging and digital platform designed for creating communities. Like we have an FCSN community, Discord can be used to unite everyone who is interested. Discord has many functions in which students can voice call, video call, text message each other and congregate in a social “server.” Our FCSN server will be a place where students can learn to socialize and learn their way around Discord, while also working together to play games, communicate, and build relationships. For returning students, they will skip Discord part and join thegroup playing from the first class.
Students:
– 10+ years old
– Some computer operation experiences such as typing and mouse clicking
– Can follow teachers’ instructions with help from teacher assistants or parents
– Is ready to socialize and have fun with each other in a gaming environment.
Computer/Mobile Device: Windows or Mac Computer capable of downloading and running 2d games like slither.io and 3d games like Roblox.
In addition to a computer, have a mobile device capable of downloading and running mobile apps/games.
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+
WHEN: Flexible 1-2 classes l
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Li (gejx_li@yahoo.com)
COST:
Computer Class: Explore Coding Through Games 2
A fun way of learning how to use block-based programming with video games like Plants Vs. Zombies, Minecraft, Flappy Bird, and more, Code.org is a new class that will help students grasp the basics of coding and inspire them to pursue a future in coding. Throughout the course, students will learn all about the power of functions, variables, for loops, and much more all the while having fun with attention catching characters. No prior coding is required nor expected. We will have class materials for 30 classes in the first CS Fundamentals: Express course and will be expanded on as students finish the course.
Prerequisite: Students have taken Explore Coding Through Games before.
Students:
10+ years old
Some computer operation experiences such as typing and mouse clicking
Can follow teachers’ instructions with help from teacher assistants or parents
Computer: Any computers with access to internet and a browser
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+
WHEN: It will be 1-1 (one tutor / one student) online classes. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of the teacher and student(s).
Computer Class: Social Media Interaction & Post
Do you have one or more social media platforms? Learn to post personalized pictures, designs and different themes on popular social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and more! Students will be able to utilize Canva and Google to create photo text designs to promote based on specific themes for the week and learn to post them on popular platforms.
Students:
10+ years old
Some computer operation experiences such as typing and mouse clicking
Can follow teachers’ instructions with help from teacher assistants or parents
Hardware: Any computers with access to internet and a browser
Note: Before the class starts, please have Zoom (https://zoom.us/download) downloaded on your computer Before the class starts.
WHO: Special needs individual age 10+
WHEN: It will be 1-1 (one tutor / one student) online classes. The times of the classes are flexible in the following weeks as to meet the demands of the teacher and student(s).
The Making Smart Purchases Workshop [Fall 2022]
The Making Smart Purchases Workshop is geared toward students who want to learn the basics of smart purchasing in the real world. The course will cover topics ranging from the basics of fractions and percentages to real-life sale applications. There will be plenty of interactive virtual games and work opportunities in class, like running a virtual lemonade stand. We will have class game days where students play Monopoly and learn about the applications of the board game in real-life real estate. We will wrap the course up with a market day where students will compile coupons and buy items on sale and map out their consumption. Students will finish the course equipped to make smart decisions when purchasing and with knowledge regarding discounts and coupons.
NOTE: Students are required to complete the final project (which should be done in class), and they must present a slideshow on the last day of class. Please make sure the student has PowerPoint or Google Slides ready to go.
Candace Tsay will be the instructor of this course, and here’s some background on her. She is a senior and goes to The King’s Academy. She loves film and business and can’t wait to teach the kids about the basics of business.
WHO: Special Needs Individual Age 7 and up (Limit 10 students)
WHEN:
WHERE: Zoom
COST:
CONTACT:
*Non-FCSN members will need to pay additional $25 non-member fee per camp. To become a member, please contact administration@fcsn1996.org for membership form. Membership fee is $50 lifetime. For more information, please CLICK.