Socrates Center for Learning

• STORY TIME CHESS - NEW! - CHESS for AGES 3-5
This unique chess class will build on timeless children's stories, with chess themes woven throughout in order to gently acquaint children into the wonderful world of chess. The program will teach the basics of chess including the names of the pieces, how they move, and their value. We will also teach the history of the game with a chess coloring book that will both motivate and stimulate interest in this amazing game.
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• CHESS CENTER - NEW! - CHESS CLUB for AGES 5+
Become a founding member of the Socrates Center for Learning CHESS CENTER! SPECIAL INTROCTORY PRICING FOR FIRST 20 NEW MEMBERS includes 1 class of Instruction, 1 night of Open Play, 1 Monthly Tournament, Chess Center T-Shirt, and a CHESS CENTER Ranking! Chess makes creative problem solving into an enjoyable game, builds self confidence and self esteem, promotes concentration and outside the box thinking. Students learn history of the game, terminology, piece movement, tactics & strategies, check and checkmate, and the point system. Resident chess expert with a career high chess rating of 2251, Igor Kravetz, brings years of training and experience as well as a gift for working with children to ensure that your child will have a great learning experience. For more information contact Igor at 214.448.5924.
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• PRESCHOOL BLOCKS TO ROBOTS - NEW! - ROBOTICS for AGES 3-5
Preschoolers in this pioneering class will be introduced to robotics and basic science, technology, engineering and math concepts through LEGOs and other fun and engaging toys and games designed specifically for younger kids. Boys and girls develop curiosity and socio-emotional skills as they work together to discover new ideas and ways of thinking and explore complex concepts in a concrete and fun way.
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• CREATIVE ROBOTICS - ROBOTICS & ENGINEERING for AGES 5-8
Build fun and crazy robotic creatures and structures in this one-of-a-kind class designed especially for younger kids! With a constantly rotating curriculum, including the innovative LEGO WeDo robotics system, Learning Resources Wacky Wigglers, and more, students combine listening skills, reasoning, teamwork and creativity as they build and program unique robots and then create an original story to bring it to life. Students and his/her creations will be filmed on FlipCam for even more fun. Students will learn part names and be introduced to basic engineering concepts including work, motors, structure, sensors, simple machines, axels, gears, lever, pulleys and more.
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• EXTREME ROBOTICS I - ROBOTICS & ENGINEERING for AGES 8+
Beginning students are introduced to the world of robotics and engineering while building and programming using the LEGO Mindstorms NXT Robotics System. Working in teams and through fun and exciting challenges, students learn basic mechanical design and engineering concepts, part names and functions, build the "wally-bot" and "five-minute-bot," ultrasonic, touch, sound and light sensors, brick display and sound effect files.
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• EXTREME ROBOTICS II - ROBOTICS & ENGINEERING for AGES 8+
Students continuing developing and mastering concepts presented in Extreme Robotics I while building and programming using the LEGO Mindstorms NXT Robotics System. Working in teams, students are presented with intermediate level concepts and robotics challenges become more difficult as they continue as they continue mastering robotic sensors and programming.
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• JR ROBOTICS TEAM - ROBOTICS TEAM for AGES 6-9
The newest program in the FIRST LEGO League (FLL), introduces kids aged 6-9 to the exciting worlds of science and technology. Just like the FLL for older kids, this program features a real-world challenge, to be solved by research, critical thinking and imagination. Guided by adult coaches, students work with LEGO elements and moving parts to create solutions and present them for review. Students will design and build Challenge solutions using LEGO elements, apply real-world math and science concepts, research challenges facing today's scientists, learn team-building and presentation skills, and develop "Show-Me" posters.
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• FLL ROBOTICS TEAM #4933 - ROBOTICS TEAM for AGES 9-14
Socrates Center for Learning is proud to launch it's first season of competitive robotics participating through the FIRST LEGO League (FLL), an exciting and fun international robotics program that ignites an enthusiasm for discovery, science, and technology in kids ages 9 to 14. Each year FLL teams embark on an adventurous Challenge based on current, real-world issues. The 2010 topic, Body Forward, tackles the fascinating and timely subject of robotics in medicine. No matter what the child's subject interest, FLL offers an opportunity for engagement. Whether it is by creativity, technology, or research, FLL dares kids to test, explore, or completely change thoughts and approaches for different sciences each year.
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• PUBLIC SPEAKING I - INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING for AGES 9-14
Public speaking is an important skill which anyone can acquire and develop. It is also the very best method of overcoming self-consciousness and building up courage, enthusiasm and self-confidence. Help your student to overcome his or her own fears about public speaking! With fun and playful warm-ups, strategies that guide kids through the process of interviewing and speaking to adults, examples of good and bad speakers, the anti-stage fright checklist, and simple debates with non-threatening topics, students bond with other students, learn to appreciate the art and importance of public speaking, and learn the tricks and techniques to becoming a better speaker.
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• SCIENCE COMBO for HOMESCHOOLERS
Description coming soon.

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• CREATIVE WRITING & DIGITAL ARTS COMBO for HOMESCHOOLERS
Description coming soon.

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• PRIVATE GUITAR INSTRUCTION for HOMESCHOOLERS
Description coming soon.

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• STORY TIME CHESS - NEW! - CHESS for AGES 3-5 This unique chess class will build on timeless children's stories, with chess themes woven throughout in order to gently acquaint children into the wonderful world of chess. The program will teach the basics of chess including the names of the pieces, how they move, and their value. We will also teach the history of the game with a chess coloring book that will both motivate and stimulate interest in this amazing game. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • CHESS CENTER - NEW! - CHESS CLUB for AGES 5+ Become a founding member of the Socrates Center for Learning CHESS CENTER! SPECIAL INTROCTORY PRICING FOR FIRST 20 NEW MEMBERS includes 1 class of Instruction, 1 night of Open Play, 1 Monthly Tournament, Chess Center T-Shirt, and a CHESS CENTER Ranking! Chess makes creative problem solving into an enjoyable game, builds self confidence and self esteem, promotes concentration and outside the box thinking. Students learn history of the game, terminology, piece movement, tactics & strategies, check and checkmate, and the point system. Resident chess expert with a career high chess rating of 2251, Igor Kravetz, brings years of training and experience as well as a gift for working with children to ensure that your child will have a great learning experience. For more information contact Igor at 214.448.5924. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • PRESCHOOL BLOCKS TO ROBOTS - NEW! - ROBOTICS for AGES 3-5 Preschoolers in this pioneering class will be introduced to robotics and basic science, technology, engineering and math concepts through LEGOs and other fun and engaging toys and games designed specifically for younger kids. Boys and girls develop curiosity and socio-emotional skills as they work together to discover new ideas and ways of thinking and explore complex concepts in a concrete and fun way. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • CREATIVE ROBOTICS - ROBOTICS & ENGINEERING for AGES 5-8 Build fun and crazy robotic creatures and structures in this one-of-a-kind class designed especially for younger kids! With a constantly rotating curriculum, including the innovative LEGO WeDo robotics system, Learning Resources Wacky Wigglers, and more, students combine listening skills, reasoning, teamwork and creativity as they build and program unique robots and then create an original story to bring it to life. Students and his/her creations will be filmed on FlipCam for even more fun. Students will learn part names and be introduced to basic engineering concepts including work, motors, structure, sensors, simple machines, axels, gears, lever, pulleys and more. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • EXTREME ROBOTICS I - ROBOTICS & ENGINEERING for AGES 8+ Beginning students are introduced to the world of robotics and engineering while building and programming using the LEGO Mindstorms NXT Robotics System. Working in teams and through fun and exciting challenges, students learn basic mechanical design and engineering concepts, part names and functions, build the "wally-bot" and "five-minute-bot," ultrasonic, touch, sound and light sensors, brick display and sound effect files. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • EXTREME ROBOTICS II - ROBOTICS & ENGINEERING for AGES 8+ Students continuing developing and mastering concepts presented in Extreme Robotics I while building and programming using the LEGO Mindstorms NXT Robotics System. Working in teams, students are presented with intermediate level concepts and robotics challenges become more difficult as they continue as they continue mastering robotic sensors and programming. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • JR ROBOTICS TEAM - ROBOTICS TEAM for AGES 6-9 The newest program in the FIRST LEGO League (FLL), introduces kids aged 6-9 to the exciting worlds of science and technology. Just like the FLL for older kids, this program features a real-world challenge, to be solved by research, critical thinking and imagination. Guided by adult coaches, students work with LEGO elements and moving parts to create solutions and present them for review. Students will design and build Challenge solutions using LEGO elements, apply real-world math and science concepts, research challenges facing today's scientists, learn team-building and presentation skills, and develop "Show-Me" posters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • FLL ROBOTICS TEAM #4933 - ROBOTICS TEAM for AGES 9-14 Socrates Center for Learning is proud to launch it's first season of competitive robotics participating through the FIRST LEGO League (FLL), an exciting and fun international robotics program that ignites an enthusiasm for discovery, science, and technology in kids ages 9 to 14. Each year FLL teams embark on an adventurous Challenge based on current, real-world issues. The 2010 topic, Body Forward, tackles the fascinating and timely subject of robotics in medicine. No matter what the child's subject interest, FLL offers an opportunity for engagement. Whether it is by creativity, technology, or research, FLL dares kids to test, explore, or completely change thoughts and approaches for different sciences each year. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • PUBLIC SPEAKING I - INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING for AGES 9-14 Public speaking is an important skill which anyone can acquire and develop. It is also the very best method of overcoming self-consciousness and building up courage, enthusiasm and self-confidence. Help your student to overcome his or her own fears about public speaking! With fun and playful warm-ups, strategies that guide kids through the process of interviewing and speaking to adults, examples of good and bad speakers, the anti-stage fright checklist, and simple debates with non-threatening topics, students bond with other students, learn to appreciate the art and importance of public speaking, and learn the tricks and techniques to becoming a better speaker. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • SCIENCE COMBO for HOMESCHOOLERS Description coming soon. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • CREATIVE WRITING & DIGITAL ARTS COMBO for HOMESCHOOLERS Description coming soon. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • PRIVATE GUITAR INSTRUCTION for HOMESCHOOLERS Description coming soon. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Socrates Center for Learning • 989 West Sandy Lake Road, Suite 200 • Coppell, TX 75019 469.774.3103 • rj@socratescenter.com