Curie Learning Ashburn Programs: Nurturing Academic Excellence
Curie Learning Ashburn offers a range of programs designed to cultivate academic excellence in students from pre-elementary to high school. With a focus on providing a strong foundation in core subjects and specialized skills, Curie Learning aims to prepare students for success in their academic pursuits, standardized tests, and future careers. Founded by Dr. Rao, Curie Learning has grown from its humble beginnings to multiple centers, driven by a passion for education and a commitment to nurturing young minds.
Middle School Programs (Levels 7-8)
Curie Learning Ashburn provides comprehensive programs for middle school students in grades 7 and 8, focusing on Math, English, and Science. These programs are designed to build a strong foundation for future academic success, including preparation for TJ/ACL admission criteria, PSAT/SAT, and ACT.
Curie Signature Level 7 Program
The Curie Signature Level 7 Program is a 10-month course that runs from the last week of August to the end of June. The program focuses on providing a solid foundation in Math problem solving, English Reading and Writing, and Science data analysis.
Math: Arithmetic, algebra, and geometry concepts and their application for modeling and word problem solving are thoroughly covered.
English: The focus is on grammar, vocabulary, reading, and essay writing.
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Science: Data analysis, research summaries and conflicting viewpoints, and application of these skills for crafting a response to science problem-solving essay prompts are covered.
The knowledge acquired in this course gives confidence to the student for success in high-school, college, and career later. The class meets only once a week in the first four months and more than once in the next six months.
Curie Signature Level 8 Program
The Curie Signature Level 8 Program is a 12-month course starting from the second week of July to the end of June of the next calendar year. Admission to this course is limited to students who have completed Algebra-I in the seventh grade. The Level 8 course offers two pathways:
Pathway 1 (General Academic Focus): This pathway is designed for students who are not specifically interested in TJ/ACL. From July through December, students will be taught Geometry in Math, grammar/vocabulary/reading comprehension/essay writing in English.
Pathway 2 (TJ/ACL Preparation): This pathway is tailored for students interested in TJ/ACL admission. From July through December, students will be taught the components necessary for success in the TJ/ACL admission process (including essay writing) in addition to grammar/vocabulary and reading comprehension in English.
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In the second half of the course (January to June), students from both pathways will be combined and taught Algebra-II and Trigonometry in Math and SAT/ACT essay writing in English. This course provides skills required for success in the TJ/ACL admission criteria and also for success in PSAT/SAT and ACT later. The knowledge acquired in this course gives confidence to the student for success in high-school, college, and in career later.
Non-Fiction English Reading and Writing (Rising Grades 6-7)
This seven-week summer course focuses on strategies for reading non-fiction material. Students will write reports to demonstrate their reading comprehension, and reflect on the material read. This is highly recommended to improve reading comprehension skills, which is very important for academic success. The general knowledge gained through this course will help students in writing essays on diversified topics.
A Visionary Founder: Dr. Rao
Dr. Rao's journey into education was paved with a deep appreciation for material science and engineering. Recognizing that technological advancements are rooted in new materials, he pursued a master’s degree in materials science at the Indian Institute of Technology in Mumbai. He specialized in semiconductor materials and devices during his Ph.D. studies at the Oregon State University and the University of Michigan. He started his teaching and research career at George Mason University. In just 9 years, he became a full professor and received 28 years of continued research funding from prestigious funding agencies including the National Science Foundation (NSF).
Driven by a desire to share his knowledge, Dr. Rao, along with his wife Savitri, started classes at the Durga Temple in 2006 to support the Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing basic education in tribal villages in India. Over the years, this initiative has evolved into the Curie Learning centers. They also opened an early elementary education day school program called The Madame Curie School of Science and Technology. The focus of this program is both science and technology, along with a strong foundation in math and language arts.
Comprehensive Programs
Curie Learning Ashburn offers a wide array of programs to cater to diverse educational needs:
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- Pre-Elementary (<1): Programs designed for the youngest learners.
- Elementary Program (KG-6): Building a strong academic foundation for elementary school students.
- High School Courses: Advanced courses for high school students.
- Standardized Testing Prep: Preparation for standardized tests like PSAT/SAT and ACT.
- STEM Courses and Camps: Engaging programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
- Curie MED ED: Programs related to medical education.
- Curie Creative Talents: Nurturing creative talents in various fields.
- Curie Social Service: Encouraging social responsibility and community involvement.
- Curie-Tana Contests: Academic contests and competitions.
Additional Information
For any questions regarding the programs offered at Curie Learning Ashburn, you can contact Dr. Rao at 703-582-0436.
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