With Smarties, even after the school bell rings, learning is not over.
Our after-school programs range from traditional Reading, Writing, and Math to our interactive series of programs including Science, Career Planning and Money Management. Our programs are led by experienced teachers, and we keep our student to teacher ratios low to ensure individualized attention.
Reading Plus!
Smarties’ reading curriculum is based on the five components of reading – phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Our programs help non-readers learn to read, struggling readers improve their skills, and proficient readers develop vocabulary and comprehension skills. Download PDF
Writing Plus!
Smarties’ curriculum progressively develops the writing skills that students need to succeed in school. We focus on spelling, grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure,and style, response to open ended questions, paragraph writing, and multiple paragraph writing. Our programs help students learn the basics of writing, and they help solid writers hone their skills to become experts. Download PDF
Math Plus!
We offer guidance in essential math principles and concepts including: whole numbers, decimals, number theory, fractions, data analysis, statistics, geometry, ratio, percents, and algebra. These mathematical building blocks are the foundation that students need to succeed academically. Download PDF
Science Plus!
Through an exciting student-oriented program, we make science and technology relevant and interesting. In addition to being fun, our classes help develop critical science skills. Our curriculum is aligned with the National Science Education Standards. We offer hands-on learning opportunities and teach through interactive lessons. Download PDF
Future Plus!
Future Plus! guides students through real-world endeavors. We help them deal with acquiring a job, post-secondary education, and building positive professional relationships. Discussions are held in groups and real life applications are brought up to help address the challenges of transitioning into the real world. We direct students into specific fields of interest by having them complete a Career Interest Survey which can help identify courses and topics that will benefit them in their future career. Download PDF
Money Plus!
Our purpose is to help students learn how to manage their personal finances. Our curriculum offers anything from how to balance a checkbook to the fundamentals of supply and demand. These real world applications will be instrumental in teaching students about money and how it influences everyday life, and we will help students become more successful when dealing with financial and economic problems. Download PDF