2024 Fall Class Descriptions
Intro to C/C++
No previous experience is required. Entry-level introduction to C/C++
What will be covered?
Intro, Hello World
File input and output; Console input and output
Variable and data types
Arithmetic operations and other operations
Loops and conditionals
Basic DSA (Data structures and algorithms)
Functions and classes
Advance topics (depends on level,optional)
1. Class and object
2. Inheritance
3. Vector
4. Selection Sort
5. List
6. Merge Sort
7. Map
8. Stack and queue
9. Quick Sort
10. Tree
Digital Art
Who will attend?
Any students interested in Digital Art. No experience is required.
What will be covered?
This class will discuss the basic functions of digital art and help students understand the fundamental concepts of art. In order to take the class, students must download a drawing app such as IbisPaint or Procreate on a tablet or iPad. They may use their finger to draw, but a drawing pen or digital stylus is highly encouraged. The class will introduce students to color theory, facial expressions, and simple anatomy sketches. The class will primarily consist of drawings of characters in a cartoon style.
What should I bring?
A tablet or iPad with the apps listed above.
Math: AMC8/10
Who will attend?
Any student interested in preparing for competitional math for AMC8, Mathleague or Mathcounts
What will be covered?
Week1: Introduction to AMC8 10, mathleage and mathcount; Preassessment; Equations
Week2: Combinations and Permutations
Week3: Probability
Week4: 2D Geometry
Week5: Plane Geometry
Week6: Basic 3D Geometry
Week7: Puzzle-Esque Problems
Week8: Logic Problems
Week9: Analyzing Diagrams
Week10: Rate Problems; Post Assessment
Science: Science Olympiad
Who will attend?
Any students interested in Science and Science Competitions. G3-G8
What will be covered?
Opening; What is Science Olympiad
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Microbe Mission
Ecology
Forestry
Road Scholar
Wind Power
Final Game & Award Ceremony
Speech & Debate
Who will attend?
This class is designed for those who are interested in and are passionate about argumentation and public speaking. This course will prepare you for Speech and Debate tournaments of all levels and will help you succeed and excel.
What will be covered?
1. Introduction to speech and debate
2. Articulation and Public Speaking
3. Research, Argumentation, and Persuasion
4. Different Types of Speech and Debate
5. Tournament, Kahoot and Mini-Debate
Tennis
Who will attend?
Children aged 6-14 years. Will divide into different groups based on age and level.
What will be covered?
In this class, they can learn the basic movements to play tennis, and also to get active and away from the computer.
Location:
Valley Church, Cupertino
What should I bring?
⁃Water/Water bottle
⁃Tennis Racquet
⁃Sunscreen