Shelton Summer 2026 Catalog - Flipbook - Page 23
Grades 5-8
Course Descriptions
Spelling Spectaculars
Grades 5-8
Come study the science of spelling while systematically analyzing words and sounds. Learn to apply rules
for recurring spelling patterns and spelling formulas for creating derivatives by doubling, dropping, or
changing letters.
Sports Club
Grades 5-6
Enhance your knowledge of soccer and basketball, while building on your sportsmanship skills. Students
will work with a specialty-trained Shelton coach for each sport to learn basic techniques. This class is ideal
for both those new to the sport and students that come with experience. Coaches will improve
coordination and agility while working with students in drills, conditioning, and games. Athletic shoes are
required.
The Writing Process in Action
Grades 7-8
Does your child have great ideas for fabulous stories but can’t get them written? This class will guide
students through the process of paragraph writing from brainstorming to the final product. Beginning with
basic paragraph structure, students develop paragraphs with a specific purpose, such as to persuade, to
explain, to present facts, or to describe. The steps of the writing process will be the emphasis of the class.
Yoga Movement and Mindfulness
Grades 5-8
Yoga is the practice of moving and breathing. We will work to build healthy bodies and learn how to reduce
stress in the process. Yoga also promotes mindfulness, develops balance, coordination and overall body
awareness, relaxes the body, reduces anxiety, boosts brainpower, and develops a strong body and lifelong
healthy habits.
Grade levels refer to the grade students will enter in the fall.
Shelton students are given priority on or before April 14.
Aftercare is available for grades 5-8 from 3:30-5:30.
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