Academic Activities Near Me

The first stop of the day is an exciting visit to a local cultural icon, the Alamo, where you will stand in the footsteps of heroes before. Get up close and personal with some of the Alamo’s largest weapons and fortifications- the 16 pounder cannon, palisades, and barracks. Next, take in an enriched combination of San Antonio’s history and region within national parks as you experience the stories of people who came into the Spanish missions in the 1700s. For the thrill-seekers, take an elevator ride up 190 m (623 ft) to the top of Tower of the Americas to witness the most magnificent view of the city. Finally, take in the world-renowned 15-mile urban waterway on a relaxing, 35-minute River Walk Cruise to immersive with the city’s culture, history, and architecture. Once your feet are back on the ground, your tour guide will return you safely to your downtown hotel, or arranged destination.

Jumpstart your morning with a huge variety of coffee and donuts across 4-5 mouthwatering stops where each bite and sip was crafted right here in Portland. Along the way, immerse yourself in quirky history while exploring Downtown Portland. We like to think this the perfect way to discover Downtown Portland, see where locals get their coffee and donut fix, and have fun! Tour highlights: - Taste two single-origin coffees brewed by pour-over, side by side. - Portland has over 75 locally owned donut shops, and we’ll sample a selection of the best from our favorite. - Stand in Pioneer Courthouse Square and learn all about “Portland’s Living Room”. - At the coziest Portland hole-in-the-wall café, indulge in a traditional macchiato paired with a homemade French pastry. - Plus much more! Note: We do not visit Voodoo or Blue Star during this tour as they are on the common tourist track – instead we keep it local.

Our special Halloween tour in Greenwich Village stands out for its unique atmosphere, between thrills and traditions, in one of New York’s most iconic neighborhoods. Accompanied by a certified Francophone guide, you will dive into ghost stories, haunted places and the fascinating origins of Halloween, all in a beautifully decorated setting for the occasion. An immersive, fun and cultural experience, ideal for young and old, enriched with typical American Halloween goodies. An original and unforgettable way to discover New York, in a very small group of maximum 10 participants in total, at nightfall!

SJAWP Novel Writing Program: Writer’s Salon & Workshop Calling all teen writers who want a community with whom to share writing without the commitment of a full length course! Our Teen Writer's Salon is a space in which students can write alongside other teens and workshop writing while making friends with other budding novelists. Our Writer's Salon will meet three times this fall for live zoom sessions that begin with a prompt and writing warm up followed by student readings of works in progress. We have built this space to allow students to stay connected to our Teen Writer's Institute programs and to experience the writing community offered by our Novel Writing Program. There will be no set lectures or assignments; rather, in this course, students will write together and receive peer feedback in a process facilitated by our author in residence, Hannah Jayne. Come join us and walk away with notes on a piece of writing, a peer group connected by the common pursuit of a creative writing life, and a clearer idea of how to make writing fit into your busy lifestyle! Zoom Classes will be held on Saturdays with tentative dates: September 19 October 24 November 14 December 12 from 10:30AM-12PM

Outcome Introduces beginners to programming fundamentals, focusing on logic, coding, and systems through hands-on Python activities. Students build a strong foundation for further learning. Students learn core skills like problem-solving and pattern recognition by tackling relatable challenges such as optimizing a store checkout line showing how these abilities apply across fields from tech to medicine to the arts. We begin with practical problems before introducing technical concepts, ensuring students grasp the “why” behind what they learn. This hands-on, engaging approach sparks creativity, builds confidence, and equips students with versatile skills for any future path.

Outcome Introduces beginners to programming fundamentals, focusing on logic, coding, and systems through hands-on Python activities. Students build a strong foundation for further learning. Students learn core skills like problem-solving and pattern recognition by tackling relatable challenges such as optimizing a store checkout line showing how these abilities apply across fields from tech to medicine to the arts. We begin with practical problems before introducing technical concepts, ensuring students grasp the “why” behind what they learn. This hands-on, engaging approach sparks creativity, builds confidence, and equips students with versatile skills for any future path.