VERN Fall 2026!
We're excited to invite you to join a number of exciting courses for Vern Fall 2026! Here are some examples:
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Art
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Biology
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Advanced Math
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Chemistry
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Persuasive Writing
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And many more! (Scroll down below for registration and more info)
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Through interactive lectures, engaging activities, games, and hands-on workshops, students will gain valuable experience in each subject. All classes will be hosted online over Zoom or Google Meets and students will receive email with all class information around two days before the start date. Questions may be directed to verntutoringclassroom@gmail.com.
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Fall courses run for 8 weeks, meeting for 1 hour weekly!
Classes start the WEEK OF OCTOBER 3RD!
To register, use this link: https://forms.gle/ZwAuQ1hT78MAh19s8
Chemistry
Instructor: Alexandra Mo
Day: Tuesday
Time: 4 PM - 5 PM CST
Grade Level: 6th to 8th
In this course, students will explore the fundamental principles of chemistry, from understanding atomic structures to investigating chemical reactions and bonding. Through interactive experiments, they'll delve into the building blocks of matter and explore how substances change and interact in the world around them. This class will build a strong foundation for future science courses.
Advanced Math
Instructor: Fatin AlTameemi
Day: Wednesday
Time: 5 PM - 6 PM CST
Grade Level: 7th to 8th
Explore the exciting world of advanced problem-solving! You’ll dive deeper into complex mathematical concepts, learning how to break down tough equations, uncover hidden patterns, and tackle challenging logic puzzles step by step. This class will help you build sharp critical thinking skills that you can use to master school topics and solve real-world puzzles.
Biology - Intermediate/Advanced
Instructor: Naomi Fan
Day: Thursday
Time: 7 PM - 8 PM CST
Grade Level: 6th to 8th
This course builds on basic biology and helps students understand how living things work at a deeper level. Students will learn about cells, genetics, evolution, and how different body systems function together. Lessons include simple explanations, real-life examples, and practice questions to help prepare for tests and labs. By the end, students will feel more confident explaining how life works—from tiny cells to entire ecosystems.
Biology - Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Sofia Patel
Day: Thursday
Time: 7 PM – 8 PM CST
Grade Level: 2nd to 5th
Jump in to uncover the secrets of life itself! Biology serves as an opportunity for interested students to learn about how living things grow, adapt, and interact. This course builds an understanding on the systems that sustain life, and what gave rise to its information. Through activities and case studies, students will learn to ask meaningful questions, challenging existing biological knowledge to view the living world as one brimming with patterns, networks, interactions, and much more.
American History
Instructor: Syriah Dawsey
Day: Thursday
Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM CST
Grade Level: 6th to 8th
Step into a time machine and explore the dramatic stories, people, and events that shaped the nation! You’ll journey through key moments in American history, learning how past decisions, conflicts, and triumphs continue to influence our world today. Together, we will examine historical figures and major turning points step by step to see how a diverse country grew and changed.
Elementary Math
Instructor: Winta Embaye
Day: Friday
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM CST
Grade Level: 2nd to 4th
In this course, students build a fun and confident relationship with math, mastering core arithmetic while tackling creative problem-solving puzzles. Through engaging math games and visual tools, they will unlock the logic behind numbers and see how math works in their everyday lives. This class sparks a genuine curiosity while locking in the math facts needed for future grades.
Elementary Art
Instructor: Nusrat Hossain
Schedule: November 4 - December 16
Time: Tuesdays from 7 PM - 8 PM Central Time
Grade Level: 1st to 5th
What is art? How do we make it? Why do we make it? Elementary Art is a class for all students, returning or not, to exploring these questions. Through this class, students will learn to design projects, focusing on their creative abilities and learning various art techniques. We will investigate the purpose of art, and the joy it can bring.
Research and Discovery
Instructors: Nihar Joshi and Ayaan Rathod
Schedule: October 29 - December 17
Time: Wednesdays from 5 PM - 6 PM Central Time
Grade Level: Any
In Research and Discovery, students will learn to ask meaningful questions and find answers through evidence-based inquiry. From formulating a hypothesis to gathering data about results to presenting the findings, this class will teach every stage of the research process, essential in any discipline. By investigating real-world issues with constructive feedback from experienced tutors, students will understand research as a mindset that empowers them to explore and contribute novel ideas to society.
Persuasive Writing
Instructors: Tahani Meraz
Day: Friday
Time: 6 PM - 7 PM CST
Grade Level: 5th to 7th
Unlock the power of your own voice and learn how to convince others with your words! You’ll discover the secrets to crafting strong arguments, organizing your thoughts clearly, and using powerful evidence to back up your opinions step by step. Persuasive writing helps us communicate our ideas effectively, stand up for what we believe in, and make a real impact on the world around us.
AMC 8/10
Instructor: Emily Mei
Day: Friday
Time: 6 PM - 7 PM CST
Grade Level: 6th to 8th
In this course, students build a strong foundation in competition mathematics while developing the problem-solving skills needed for the AMC 8 and beyond. Through engaging lessons, collaborative challenges, games, and guided practice, they will strengthen their abilities in algebra, number theory, geometry, probability, and counting. By the end, students will approach unfamiliar problems with greater confidence, faster strategies, and a deeper mathematical mindset.
Beginner Art
Instructor: Estella Chen
Day: Sunday
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM CST
Grade Level: 2nd to 5th
Unleash your creativity and discover the foundational magic of making art! You’ll experiment with shapes, bright colors, and simple techniques to bring your imagination to life on paper step by step. Art helps us express our feelings, tell unique stories, and look at the world around us in a whole new way. Don't worry if you can't draw a perfect circle yet! This class is all about experimenting, having fun, and finding joy in every colorful mess you make.
Advanced Art
Instructor: Annabelle Chen
Day: Sunday
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM CST
Grade Level: 5th to 7th
Take your artistic skills to the next level and refine your unique creative style! You’ll dive into more advanced techniques like shading, perspective, and complex compositions to give your projects depth and realism step by step. This class will challenge you to look closer at light, texture, and form to turn your creative concepts into polished masterpieces.