Spring 2023: Second and Third Grade
The information below is for the Spring 2023 session. The listing for the Fall 2023 semester will be posted September 4th.
2:00 - 3:00
SU 20: Traveling in Pennsylvania
By taking this course students will grow their knowledge of attractions, landmarks, and historical locations in Pennsylvania. The course is fast paced and will cover broad and general topics about Pennsylvania. We will study many well-known landmarks and attractions and their history. The first half of the class will focus on information and photos of different places. The second half will incorporate hands on activities such as matching, drawing visuals, and sharing out memories and experiences. One unique component of this course is that students will have a personal connection to some of the areas studied in class.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 42
Ms. Abbigail Fetsko is a freshman at Saint Vincent College majoring in Early Childhood Education. She has had a few experiences with children, including two years as a classroom helper with 1st and 2nd grade classes at Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School, as well as babysitting. In her free time, she can be found reading, and enjoying music and nature.
Mr. Kyle Poremski is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College where he majors in Early Childhood Education. He has experience with younger children from experiences such as coaching youth baseball and basketball throughout the years. He had the opportunity to observe a real K-4 classroom in the fall semester of his sophomore year. As he contemplates a special ed minor, he considers his experience with sports friendship day at SVC, an event he wishes to continue for all his years at college. In his free time, Mr. Poremski can be found playing basketball and spending time with family and friends!
3:00 - 4:00
SU 21: ¡Vamos a Viajar!
In this course, the travelers will be learning the basics of travel and exploration as we visit a variety of Spanish speaking countries. Throughout this course, learners will be exposed to simple Spanish vocabulary related to the topic of travel and daily used phrases. As we make our way through the different countries, we will be learning different aspects of culture such as landmarks, significant people, music, and food through the use of virtual field trips. Pack your bags and let’s travel!
(No prior Spanish knowledge needed)
COST: $20 ROOM: Alfred 42
Ms. Alyson Krecota is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College. She is majoring in Spanish Education and getting her K-12 teaching certification. Ms. Alyson has had a variety of opportunities to work with children. These include coaching at a local swim camp, lifeguarding, and babysitting. She also worked with children throughout her high school career by volunteering at community events such as her hometown’s annual Christmas breakfast. Ms. Alyson is a member of Saint Vincent’s swim team as well as the president of both the Outdoors Club and Spanish Club here at SVC. Ms. Alyson loves to be outdoors and to travel. She also enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and dogs! She is looking forward to an opportunity to work with you children and can’t wait to take off on the adventure with her students!
4:00 - 5:00
SU 22: Creative Writing and Illustration
By taking this course, students will learn how to be more creative in writing and how to write strong sentences. Each student will have the opportunity to create short writings and stories with topics they choose. Students will also create visuals for their stories and make picture books, comic strips, and more. This class will be laid back and fun for students. It is perfect for students who enjoy art and writing. The first half of the class will focus on writing sentences and drawing visuals, as well as learning different expressive words and art styles to incorporate in their writing and drawings. The second half will focus on putting the two together to create a picture book.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 42
Ms. Abbigail Fetsko is a freshman at Saint Vincent College majoring in Early Childhood Education. She has had a few experiences with children, including two years as a classroom helper with 1st and 2nd grade classes at Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School, as well as babysitting. In her free time, she can be found reading, and enjoying music and nature.
SU 23: Cooking up Fun with Math and Science
Interested in cooking? Want to learn more about math and science? In this course, students will learn how to use different tools of measurement and experiment with the science of cooking. Students will have the opportunity to practice each new skill by creating a tasty treat!
Students may come in contact with peanuts, tree nuts, gluten, and dairy.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Scholastica Hall
Ms. Sierra Wilhelm is an Early Childhood Education major with a minor in art. At age 11 she got her start in childcare, assisting parents with young children. A few years later, she would begin babysitting on her own. After volunteering to teach Sunday School, she found her passion for teaching. Through Sunday School, she gained experience teaching children aged 2 through 12. Aside from teaching, Ms. Wilhelm enjoys baking, cooking, crocheting, and drawing.
2:00 - 3:00
SU 20: Traveling in Pennsylvania
By taking this course students will grow their knowledge of attractions, landmarks, and historical locations in Pennsylvania. The course is fast paced and will cover broad and general topics about Pennsylvania. We will study many well-known landmarks and attractions and their history. The first half of the class will focus on information and photos of different places. The second half will incorporate hands on activities such as matching, drawing visuals, and sharing out memories and experiences. One unique component of this course is that students will have a personal connection to some of the areas studied in class.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 42
Ms. Abbigail Fetsko is a freshman at Saint Vincent College majoring in Early Childhood Education. She has had a few experiences with children, including two years as a classroom helper with 1st and 2nd grade classes at Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School, as well as babysitting. In her free time, she can be found reading, and enjoying music and nature.
Mr. Kyle Poremski is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College where he majors in Early Childhood Education. He has experience with younger children from experiences such as coaching youth baseball and basketball throughout the years. He had the opportunity to observe a real K-4 classroom in the fall semester of his sophomore year. As he contemplates a special ed minor, he considers his experience with sports friendship day at SVC, an event he wishes to continue for all his years at college. In his free time, Mr. Poremski can be found playing basketball and spending time with family and friends!
3:00 - 4:00
SU 21: ¡Vamos a Viajar!
In this course, the travelers will be learning the basics of travel and exploration as we visit a variety of Spanish speaking countries. Throughout this course, learners will be exposed to simple Spanish vocabulary related to the topic of travel and daily used phrases. As we make our way through the different countries, we will be learning different aspects of culture such as landmarks, significant people, music, and food through the use of virtual field trips. Pack your bags and let’s travel!
(No prior Spanish knowledge needed)
COST: $20 ROOM: Alfred 42
Ms. Alyson Krecota is a sophomore at Saint Vincent College. She is majoring in Spanish Education and getting her K-12 teaching certification. Ms. Alyson has had a variety of opportunities to work with children. These include coaching at a local swim camp, lifeguarding, and babysitting. She also worked with children throughout her high school career by volunteering at community events such as her hometown’s annual Christmas breakfast. Ms. Alyson is a member of Saint Vincent’s swim team as well as the president of both the Outdoors Club and Spanish Club here at SVC. Ms. Alyson loves to be outdoors and to travel. She also enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and dogs! She is looking forward to an opportunity to work with you children and can’t wait to take off on the adventure with her students!
4:00 - 5:00
SU 22: Creative Writing and Illustration
By taking this course, students will learn how to be more creative in writing and how to write strong sentences. Each student will have the opportunity to create short writings and stories with topics they choose. Students will also create visuals for their stories and make picture books, comic strips, and more. This class will be laid back and fun for students. It is perfect for students who enjoy art and writing. The first half of the class will focus on writing sentences and drawing visuals, as well as learning different expressive words and art styles to incorporate in their writing and drawings. The second half will focus on putting the two together to create a picture book.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Alfred 42
Ms. Abbigail Fetsko is a freshman at Saint Vincent College majoring in Early Childhood Education. She has had a few experiences with children, including two years as a classroom helper with 1st and 2nd grade classes at Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School, as well as babysitting. In her free time, she can be found reading, and enjoying music and nature.
SU 23: Cooking up Fun with Math and Science
Interested in cooking? Want to learn more about math and science? In this course, students will learn how to use different tools of measurement and experiment with the science of cooking. Students will have the opportunity to practice each new skill by creating a tasty treat!
Students may come in contact with peanuts, tree nuts, gluten, and dairy.
COST: $ 20 ROOM: Scholastica Hall
Ms. Sierra Wilhelm is an Early Childhood Education major with a minor in art. At age 11 she got her start in childcare, assisting parents with young children. A few years later, she would begin babysitting on her own. After volunteering to teach Sunday School, she found her passion for teaching. Through Sunday School, she gained experience teaching children aged 2 through 12. Aside from teaching, Ms. Wilhelm enjoys baking, cooking, crocheting, and drawing.
