Speaker Series

Wednesday, November 5
4:00 – 5:00 pm Eastern
Intermediate Chess
Bruce Zimov
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Intermediate Chess will serve as an introduction to learning about the three main sections of a chess game, the opening, the middle game, and the end game. 15 minutes will be spent on each section reviewing some examples with more general guidance on how to learn more. The last 15 minutes will be reserved for questions. At the intermediate level, a combination of reference material and practice is the key to getting better.

Prerequisites for this Intermediate Chess Class would be successful completion of the Introductory Chess Course, regular play of the game either online or live, possessing a strong desire to improve chess skills, and having some exposure to chess openings from casually browsing through online sites such as
http://www.eudesign.com/chessops/

If you’re really serious about Chess, here are some suggested resource books.
Suggested Resources:
Fortunately, there are only three books that most chess players will need for their entire career:
Modern Chess Openings by Nick De Firmian
My System by Aron Nimzowitsch
Basic Chess Endings by Reuben Fine


Monday, November 10
4:00 – 5:00 pm Eastern
Scantron: The Map to Individualized Education for Your Child
Julie Overholt & Bror Saxberg
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Join Julie Overholt and Bror Saxberg to learn more about the Scantron tests. This session will focus on the Performance Series of the Scantron Test and will give you an understanding of:
   •  An adaptive assessment
   •  The information parents receive
   •  How you, your teacher, and K12 can best use the results
Julie and Bror will also provide a brief overview of the Achievement Series benchmark assessments and how the two series work together.


Wednesday, November 12
4:00 – 5:00 pm Eastern
Using a Graphing Calculator
Paul Thomas
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Have you bought a fancy, new TI-84 (TI-83 or TI-84plus) but have no idea how to use it? Do you know how to add and subtract, but want to know how to use some of the graphing, statistical, and other advanced features? Bring your TI-84 graphing calculator and follow along as the presenter uses a virtual TI-84 calculator to show you the ropes. This session is also a good idea for anyone who wants to know what these graphing calculators are all about.


Wednesday, November 19
4:00 – 5:00 pm Eastern
Creative Ways to Work with a Gifted Child
Bror Saxberg & Jenny Kendall
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You’ve got a content monster on your hands – a child with a voracious appetite for learning and questions. What can you do to help tame the roaring monster? Join Bror and Jenny to learn some tips, techniques, approaches to different subjects, resources, and more.

Wednesday, December 3
4:00 – 5:00 pm Eastern
Virtual Nutrition: Healthy Meals for a Virtual Lifestyle
Lory Piergrossi
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Did you know that nutrition has a direct connection with academic performance? Do you ever wonder what you can do with daily meals and snacks to make them quick and healthy for your family? Join Agora Health teacher Lory Piergrossi for a look at general nutrition principals like what to look for, what to stay away from, and how foods work in the body. She will share healthy tips and suggestions to incorporate realistic, healthy choices into your meal planning. If meal planning and healthy choices have you in a rut, this session is for you!


Wednesday, December 10
4:00 – 5:00 pm Eastern
Dr. Bror Saxberg, LIVE!
Bror Saxberg
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Speaker Series Elluminate brings you Dr. Bror Saxberg, LIVE!. You’ve read his blog and you’ve heard him on subjects from Testing to the Brain. Now join us on Wednesday, April 9, from 4-5pm Eastern for a “Laptopside Chat” about what’s on his mind, what he’s been pondering and what he and K12 are working on that will benefit K12 students. One never knows what Bror will have to share! Join us to find out!