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4108 W. Spring Creek Pkwy, Suite E100, Plano, TX 75024 [email protected]

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Program Description

Fall 2018

Sunny Time Academy

4108 W. Spring Creek Pkwy, Suite E100

Plano, TX 75024

www.sunnytimeacademy.com

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.sunnytimeacademy.com/


(469) 999 - 7985

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About Us

Our Mission: The founder of Sunny Time Academy has always believed in “developing a passion for learning”

by positive influence and our mission here is to help all our participant to develop passion and

enthusiasm for knowledge through fun and joyful activities and programs.

Our Focus: For Youth development

For Healthy living

For Social Responsibility

Our Specialty: Low student-teacher ratio

Caring and Reputable instructors

Carefully designed curriculum aims for not only knowledge gain, but also healthy living

and social responsibility

How to Register Please send any questions or request to [email protected]

To Register for our programs, please email to: [email protected]





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Table of Contents

CHESS PROGRAMS .......................................................................................................................... 4

CHESS 101 (for Beginners) .......................................................................................................... 4

THINK LIKE A KING (for intermediate or advanced players) ..................................................... 4

SEMI-PRIVATE CHESS LESSON (all levels available, evening or weekend only): ........................ 4

PRIVATE CHESS LESSON (all levels available, please contact us for schedule) ........................... 4

Meet our Chess Coach ................................................................................................................ 5

MATH PROGRAMS .......................................................................................................................... 6

AMC 8 Prep ................................................................................................................................. 6

Fun with Math ............................................................................................................................. 6

Meet our Principle Math Instructor ........................................................................................... 6

Debate/Speech ............................................................................................................................... 7

STANDING OVATION (Public Speaking) ..................................................................................... 7

It’s Debatable (Debate) .............................................................................................................. 7

Take De Bait (Competitive Debate) ............................................................................................ 7

Meet our Debate Coach .............................................................................................................. 7

Painting ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Meet our Artist (Instructor)- Hu Yu ............................................................................................ 9

FOREIGN LANGUAGES .................................................................................................................. 10

SPANISH 101 ............................................................................................................................. 10

FRENCH 101 ............................................................................................................................... 10

Meet our Spanish/French Instructor ........................................................................................ 10

CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY (Sunday afternoon only) ..................................................................... 10

AFTER SCHOOL CODING CLUBS .................................................................................................... 11

S.T.E.M Mastery Program ............................................................................................................. 12



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CHESS PROGRAMS

At Sunny Time Academy, Chess programs are offered at all levels – beginners, intermediate

players, and advance players. Classes are offered at a small class size varies from 4 to 8. Semi-

private class (one instructor, two students), and private class are also available.

We have regular chess classes that are bundled in our after school programs; in the mean time

we also offer evening and weekend sessions – for detailed schedule and class types, please

contact our office at [email protected] or stop by our office and talk to our staff.

Please refer below for a detailed description for each different chess class we offer.

CHESS 101 (for Beginners)

This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of chess, rules, strategy and tactics. It includes lectures and discussions of the notation, the phases of game (opening, middlegame, and endgame), the checkmate patterns, and strategies. Additionally, topics of chess history and practical decision-making will be addressed. Each Class emphasizes understanding, rather than rote memorization.

THINK LIKE A KING (for intermediate or advanced players)

Chess is a classic game that develops spatial thinking and strategies and builds focused concentration. Taught by a certified chess instructor, lessons will be tailored to individual needs and will provide theoretical explanations well as actual practice. Students will gain knowledge with the help of a workbook, demo board and other visual aids (video records of famous tournament matches in chess history). Learn special tactics to trick your opponent such as: the pin, fork, discovered check, double check, double attack, and much more. Who knows? Maybe your son or daughter is the next Bobby Fischer!

SEMI-PRIVATE CHESS LESSON (all levels available, evening or weekend only):

Semi-private lesson taught by one instructor, with just TWO students. Each session focuses on actual game playing and analysis of tactics, blunders-made, and customizing styles for each student.

Semi-private lesson is an effective way to learn chess for any student but can be most effective for families who:

Have children looking to work on specific chess skill sets

Have children that are seeking intensive training in advance of tournaments or competitive events

Have young children who are interested in learning chess, but who may not yet be comfortable in a classroom setting

PRIVATE CHESS LESSON (all levels available, please contact us for schedule)

Private chess lesson provides student a focused one on one learning experience through mostly

actual practice with explanations. Private lesson is an effective way to learn chess for students

who is building a specific chess skill sets and preparing for chess tournaments (or competitive




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events). Private chess lesson is offered evenings or weekends, for specific schedule please

contact our office at: [email protected]

Meet our Chess Coach As a former Chess Champion of Oklahoma State and an active USCF (United State Chess

Federation) & FIDE member, Mr. Glenn Baumann has over 5+ years of experience as a Chess

Coach to the various age groups of the children and adults in a diversified classroom. He also

holds >2000 USCF rating. Mr. Baumann also served as lUSCF club tournament director – he has

been the chief director of over 30 rated tournaments since 2009.




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MATH PROGRAMS

From an Etymology perspective, the literal definitions of Mathematics in two ancient languages

are fascinating: In Greek, it is “learning.” In Hebrew, it’s root is “thinking.” Mathematics gives us

the critical ability to learn and think logically in any field of endeavor.

Sunny Time Academy dedicates to deliver useful yet fun Math to young generation, with the

ultimate goal of teaching every student critical thinking. There are two different Math programs

offered at Sunny Time Academy – each has its own curriculum and goal, yet both are aimed to

make Math enjoyable for every student.

AMC 8 Prep

Get READY for this year’s AMC 8 competition! (to be held on Nov 13th, 2018)

In this class, we will learn problem-solving strategies aligned with the Mathematical Practice Standards for classroom and MAA (Mathematical Association of America) AMC success. Find practice examples galore listed by strategy and by Common Core topic. Several full length mock tests are also held and explained in the preparation for this year’s competition. Bring excitement to mathematics learning, thinking, and doing! Let’s compete!

Fun with Math

Hate Math? Think Math is boring? Let this class change your mindset! In this class, we will do nothing but have fun with Math. Here we have –

interesting Math stories

learn about Math Celebrities

fun Math puzzles

cool Math magics

beautiful Math artworks

mind blowing Math equations

and much much more!

Meet our Principle Math Instructor Dr. Feng has nearly 5 years of teaching and leadership experience in education. She received her

Ph.D in Computer Science in 2014 from UT Dallas. Dr. Feng is fascinated by Math since she was a

kid and had competed in Math Olympiad to the national level. Two years ago, during a college

K12 reach out program, she was shocked when a group of kids shared how much they hated

Math. Highly motivated by making Math enjoyable and approachable, he started designing the

“Fun with Math” class series.



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Debate/Speech

STANDING OVATION (Public Speaking)

Feel shy or nervous when talking in front of a crowd? This is right for you!

This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a

public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation

of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking.

Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and

participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. Students should also

demonstrate the speaking, listening, and interpersonal skills necessary to be effective

communicators in academic settings, in the workplace, and in the community.

It’s Debatable (Debate)

(Elementary level)

Is it right or wrong? Let’s argue about it!

In this course, students will be introduced to a set of portable argumentation and advocacy skills.

Students will initially learn about and practice structured extemporaneous speeches with

emphasis on verbal and nonverbal delivery skills (organization, projection, inflection, eye-contact,

hand gestures, and more). Students will then build a foundation for effective argumentation and

advocacy (claim/warrant/evidence). Special emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and

listening skills as well as argument resolution. This class is ultimately for students who want to

explore debate in a noncompetitive environment but may choose to participate in the debate

team later on.

Take De Bait (Competitive Debate)

(Middle school level) In this course, students will be introduced to a set of portable argumentation and advocacy skills.

Students will initially learn about and practice structured extemporaneous speeches with

emphasis on verbal and nonverbal delivery skills (organization, projection, inflection, eye-contact,

hand gestures, and more). Students will then build a foundation for effective argumentation and

advocacy (claim/warrant/evidence). Special emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and

listening skills as well as argument resolution. This class is ultimately for students who want to

explore debate in a noncompetitive environment but may choose to participate in the debate

team later on.

Meet our Debate Coach Dr. Naomi Bell has nearly 20 years of teaching and leadership experience in education. She

received her bachelor’s Degree in Speech Education in 1998 (Northwestern State University) and

Master of Education in 2007 (Texas A&M-Commerce). Naomi has coached several district,

regional, state, and national speech and debate team competitors. Her most recent

accomplishment was receiving the first Diamond Award which is given by the National Speech



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and Debate Association to coaches for building successful speech teams (June 2018 Ft. Lauderdale,

Florida).



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Painting

The painting program focus on developing students’ interest in fine art. This program introduces

students to classical and contemporary painting, techniques and concepts, with emphasis on the

understanding the fundamentals of artistic expression. Painting from still-life, landscape, and

life models from observation will be geared towards realism; at the same time, various other

painting styles could be explored. Color theory, linear perspective, compositional structure,

visual perception, and critical thinking skills will all be emphasized extensively. This may seem

like a lot to absorb – but always remember that our main emphasis will be to encourage and

nourish individuality and creativity.

Meet our Artist (Instructor)- Hu Yu Hu Yu (胡玉): Senior designer of arts and crafts, whose works are well-received. She is also an

active participant of American Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition, Asian Cultural Exhibition,

International Art and Culture. Yu also specializes in leaf and stone painting. In addition, by using

only unprocessed natural painting materials, she is well known as a “green” artist and

environmentalist. With many years of teaching experience, Yu develops her unique teaching

methods and styles.



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FOREIGN LANGUAGES

SPANISH 101

HOLA! An introductory course intended for students with little or no knowledge of the language.

Its aim is to present essential vocabulary and grammar, and to develop the pronunciation,

listening, reading, and writing skills necessary for basic communication and comprehension.

Customs and cultural insights are also presented.

FRENCH 101

Bonjour! Let’s take a first step towards French culture and traditions. A carefully sequenced

course plan; a light introduction to French grammar and vocabulary; and a highly interactive

presentation of French language and culture, all in a media-rich course environment.

Meet our Spanish/French Instructor Mr. Adrian Peters received his Master’s degree of Teaching Foreign Language Literature and

Culture from University of Granada (Spain) in 2009. With about 20 years of teaching experience,

Mr. Peters have been associated with multiple DFW ISDs and he also holds multiple teacher

certificate (e.g. Secondary Spanish Teacher Certification, Secondary French Teacher

Certification) in Texas.

CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY (Sunday afternoon only)

Let’s try writing with a BRUSH!

This course teaches the history and basic techniques of Chinese calligraphy with an introduction

to the artworks of the well-known masters. Students will learn basic skills of Chinese brush work

and the theory of Chinese calligraphy in order to create their own calligraphy pieces. They will

also learn how to appreciate the master works of this unique Chinese art form and cultivate

their own style of writing Chinese characters.



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AFTER SCHOOL CODING CLUBS (Club services are provided through UT Dallas Computer Science Outreach:

www.utdallas.edu/k12)

Level 0: Explore Coding Tools

Level 1: Animation & Games using Scratch

Level 1: Circuits with MaKey MaKey kit

Level 1: LittleBits Circuit Design

Level 2: Animation & Games with Alice

Level 2: Game Design with GameMaker

Level 2: Mobile Apps with MIT App Inventor

Level 2: Drawings & Games with JavaScript

Level 2: Engineering Projects with Arduino

Level 2: Lego Mindstorm EV3 Robots

Level 2: Web Site Design

Level 3: Programming in Java

Level 3: Programming in C++

Level 3: Programming in Python

Level 3: Embedded coding with Arduino & Raspberry PI

For more details, please visit https://utdallas.edu/k12/access/


http://www.utdallas.edu/k12

https://utdallas.edu/k12/access/


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S.T.E.M Mastery Program

Our STEM Mastery program combines multiple disciplines that engage students 5 to 12 years, as

they explore and create. This program allows students to master multiple components of STEM,

in our club environment which inspires creativity and fun all year round. Our program categories

are: Robotics & Engineering, Minecraft Mod design, Coding & Programming, Virtual Reality

game design, Stop-Motion Animation, 3D Printing & Maker program.

(this program is provided through www.TechnoWizKids.org )


http://www.technowizkids.org/

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