Lower School Courses

9a - noon
K-1
$340

This Literacy Workshop will engage students in the joys of reading, writing and phonics/word study. It is designed to recognize and build upon individual students’ strengths as well as areas for improvement in literacy. Through the implementation of the Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop model students will engage in direct instruction during whole group mini lessons, differentiated small group work and one-on-one conferences which will be tailored to meet the needs of each student. During small group and one-on- one conferring, the remainder of students will work independently on authentic reading and writing activities to apply and strengthen strategies taught. Reading comprehension, accuracy, fluency and vocabulary as well as the writing process and an understanding of the skills and conventions of writing will be taught. Students will receive instruction on high frequency word recognition, phonics and strategies for analyzing and reading multisyllabic words during word study. The Literacy Workshop will meet the needs of each student in a respectful and nurturing environment.

Enhance beginning reading, writing, and math skills through hands-on activities and games with differentiated instruction. Children will learn at their own pace to acquire what they need whether it be letters/sounds, phonics instruction, journaling, math facts, or number sense. Bring your own snack (peanut/nut free) and engage in outdoor recess play mid-morning. 

Summer is the perfect time to brush up on math skills, including word problems! With manipulatives, computer use, and fun games, this class is tailored to the needs of its students and will focus on letting young learners feel confident and prepared for the upcoming school year. 

 

Grades 1-3
9a - noon
$340

This Literacy Workshop will engage students in the joys of reading, writing and phonics/word study. It is designed to recognize and build upon individual students’ strengths as well as areas for improvement in literacy. Through the implementation of the Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop model students will engage in direct instruction during whole group mini lessons, differentiated small group work and one-on-one conferences which will be tailored to meet the needs of each student. During small group and one-on- one conferring, the remainder of students will work independently on authentic reading and writing activities to apply and strengthen strategies taught. Reading comprehension, accuracy, fluency and vocabulary as well as the writing process and an understanding of the skills and conventions of writing will be taught. Students will receive instruction on high frequency word recognition, phonics and strategies for analyzing and reading multisyllabic words during word study. The Literacy Workshop will meet the needs of each student in a respectful and nurturing environment.

Enhance beginning reading, writing, and math skills through hands-on activities and games with differentiated instruction. Children will learn at their own pace to acquire what they need whether it be letters/sounds, phonics instruction, journaling, math facts, or number sense. Bring your own snack (peanut/nut free) and engage in outdoor recess play mid-morning. 

Get ready to move, act, dance, sing, write, and perform! Hamden Hall Theater teacher Lisa Daly offers this exciting specialty week for students who want a fun and focused week immersed in the performing arts. Join us for an accessible, imaginative week filled with games, storytelling, and purposeful play. The week will focus on the elements that make up a play- storytelling, character development, sets, costumes, movement, and lots of creativity! We will work together in an ensemble-based process to write and create an original work. Our week will culminate in a performance for our families and friends. 

Lisa Daly is a Teaching Artist, Actor, and company member of A Broken Umbrella Theater, an ensemble theater company in New Haven. She has performed in many plays throughout the years including "Freewheelers", "Gilbert the Great", and "Seen Change!" She has a BA in Theater from Muhlenberg college, and also studied theater in Galway, Ireland. As a teaching artist, she has worked with Elm Shakespeare, Edgewood School, Cold Spring School, and Jasango Theater. She is also co-producer of Scripts: Ireland’s playwriting festival. Lisa enjoys teaching Theater at Hamden Hall Country Day School, as well as Video Production and Peer Leadership. Her biggest passion is sharing her love of theater and all that it has to offer!

Grades 4-6
9a - noon
$340

This Literacy Workshop will engage students in the joys of reading, writing and phonics/word study. It is designed to recognize and build upon individual students’ strengths as well as areas for improvement in literacy. Through the implementation of the Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop model students will engage in direct instruction during whole group mini lessons, differentiated small group work and one-on-one conferences which will be tailored to meet the needs of each student. During small group and one-on- one conferring, the remainder of students will work independently on authentic reading and writing activities to apply and strengthen strategies taught. Reading comprehension, accuracy, fluency and vocabulary as well as the writing process and an understanding of the skills and conventions of writing will be taught. Students will receive instruction on high frequency word recognition, phonics and strategies for analyzing and reading multisyllabic words during word study. The Literacy Workshop will meet the needs of each student in a respectful and nurturing environment.