RENAISSANCE CENTER
for Culture and Education
STEM and ITC
MATH TUTORING (Grades 1 to 12)
Renaissance offers a high level Math tutoring for Grade 1 to 12 students, as well as two levels in the LEGO’s program (Grade 3 to 6 and Grade 7 to 12 students).
Math Tutoring
To improve the math learning experience for you or your child, it might be wise to consider retaining the services of a math tutor. Renaissance offers an excellent tutoring experience. Our tutors are equipped with skills and the ability to identify the best way to convey the material in a way that matches the individual needs of the learner. Our tutor has a graduate degree in Mathematics and uses a teaching method that teaches practice makes perfect. We also offer math tutoring to children K-12 in a full French immersion environment following nationally recognized French immersion curriculum.
Robotics
The Renaissance Math and Robotics program is offered at two levels: the Junior First Lego League (Jr.FLL) and the First Lego League (FLL). The program powered by FIRST, the internationally recognized science and technology not-for-profit for children of all ages.
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INTERACTIVE MEDIA DESIGN ACADEMY
Since it opened its doors, Renaissance cultural Center made of the STEM program its top priority. Its fun-oriented approach helped many students embrace Science, technology engineering and maths in a friendly and refreshing way that helped them value education and inspired them to stay in school. Understanding the power of such program lead us to develop a new opportunity for kids aged 6 to 18 that will increase their creativity and provide them with a new set of skills. We thought: what if they could be taught persistence, self-determination, courage, and problem solving mentality using topics like video game coding, java programming, robotics, filmmaking, and more?
The interactive media Academy is designed to be that nurturing environment for our students. Ten youth participants will meet once a week for a two hours workshop at a one of our fully equipped designated locations in Maryland and in the District of Columbia in order to participate to the Interactive Media Design Academy (I.M.D.A.). Youth participants will learn computer skills used for interactive applications, as well as Multimedia
production skills. The participants will learn how to create compelling stories or public service announcement (PSA) using practical tools like smartphones and computers. The workshops projects will be student-centered and community oriented.
We are confident that 92% of students will increase their job readiness and media literacy and production skills (as measured by attendance, behavior, and successful completion of responsibilities).
By guiding each youth in the completion of a Career Portfolio, a resume, a work permit application and the writing of a letter of recommendation, we will ensure all students are well equipped to pursue their own careers.
Finally, a field trip to a local Interactive Games and Media company will focus on in-demand careers associated with motion graphics, video games and Multimedia. Additionally, students will be introduced to wearable tech outfit design, and 3D printing.
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Computer Classes
Computer Level I
Level 1 – Introduction to Windows and Applications
Saturdays, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
An introduction to Windows includes navigating the Windows desktop, working within a Window, using Windows help, starting & shutting down Windows, working with multiple applications, starting and ending applications, and controlling the appearance of Windows. Learn to create,copy, move and delete files and folders as well as use Notepad and Calculator applications.
Prerequisites: none
Program Fee: $75.00 for 6 weeks
(Program fee includes all course material)
Pre-Registration required 1 week prior to start date! Space is limited. Membership is required to participate in this program.
Computer Level II
The Internet & E-mail
Session – To be Announced
Saturdays, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Introduction to the internet includes using Internet Explorer, site names, IP addresses, choosing an internet provider and search engines. Learn E-mail basics of sending and receiving mail, using address books and sending attachments.
Pre-requisite: Level 1
Program Fee: $75.00 / 6 weeks
(Program fee includes all course material)
Pre-Registration required 1 week prior to start date! Space is limited. Membership is required to participate in this program
Computer Level III
Microsoft Word and Introduction to PowerPoint
Tuesdays, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Learn how to create new and save documents, edit and format text, use spelling and grammar check as well as explore some advanced features of Microsoft Word. In the introduction to PowerPoint, the instructor will cover the basics of creating ‘slide shows.’
Pre-requisite: Level II
Program Fee: $75.00 / 6 weeks
(Program fee includes all course material)
Pre-Registration required 1 week prior to start date! Space is limited. Membership is required to participate in this program.
This program is not currently available but if you are interested in taking this course please leave you name and telephone in the front office and we will call you when the class becomes available.
Computer Level IV
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel topics include introduction to spreadsheets, types of data, entering data, moving within a worksheet, formatting values and text, printing, using functions & formulas and creating a database.
Program Fee: $75.00 / 6 weeks
(Program fee includes all course material)
Pre-Registration required 1 week prior to start date! Space is limited. Membership is required to participate in this program.
This program is not currently being offered but if you are interested in this level, please contact us at info@renaissance-center.org , and provide us with your name and telephone number and we will get back to you when it becomes available.