At ATDP’s Elementary Division, our goal is to offer classes that allow students to gain deep knowledge in a specific subject. We also aim to give students something different from what they already study during the school year. And, very importantly, we strive to have classes that are taught in an engaging way that will […]
Read More →Bragging Rights: Christina Büchmann, Advanced Reading & Writing
I know that this email conversation belongs in the Bragging Rights column, but I can’t single out who’s bragging: the teacher, the student, or ATDP for having the privilege of working with such teachers and students. This conversation begins on December 5th, when Dr. Christina Büchmann, ATDP’s 2010 and 2011 Advanced Reading and Writing instructor, […]
Read More →How to Get to Sesame Street: A San Francisco Counselor Finds Herself in Nigeria
Many Secondary Division students, especially middle schoolers, know and have enjoyed working with Amy Abdallah as our ATDP-GearUp counselor. Amy had worked at the San Francisco Unified School District for years, but all of a sudden this past fall, I couldn’t find her. Just as I was starting to wonder “Where in the World is […]
Read More →Abraham Liao on Computer Engineering in 2012
The interview below is a part of a series on New Secondary Division Courses for 2012. Abraham Liao discusses his upcoming course, Computer Engineering. Read the course description here. 1. You’ve been with ATDP over the years as a student, a TA, and an instructor. What did you find most valuable about your ATDP courses […]
Read More →Abraham Liao on Computer Engineering in 2012
The interview below is a part of a series on New Secondary Division Courses for 2012. Abraham Liao discusses his upcoming course, Computer Engineering. Read the course description here. 1. You’ve been with ATDP over the years as a student, a TA, and an instructor. What did you find most valuable about your ATDP courses […]
Read More →Abraham Liao on Computer Engineering in 2012
The interview below is a part of a series on New Secondary Division Courses for 2012. Abraham Liao discusses his upcoming course, Computer Engineering. Read the course description here. 1. You’ve been with ATDP over the years as a student, a TA, and an instructor. What did you find most valuable about your ATDP courses […]
Read More →Laura Shefler on Art History in 2012
The interview below is a part of a series on New Secondary Division Courses for 2012. Laura Shefler discusses her upcoming course, Art History. Read the course description here. 1. How did you become interested in art and art teaching? I have been fascinated by art for as long as I can remember. Most of […]
Read More →David Chun on Social Psychology in 2012
The interview below is a part of a series on New Secondary Division Courses for 2012. David Chun discusses his upcoming course, Social Psychology. Read the course description here. 1. What do you do during the school year, and how does that experience inform your teaching at ATDP? During the school year, I’m an assistant […]
Read More →New Secondary Division Courses for Summer 2012
Each year, ATDP works to offer courses that will enrich students’ interests and enhance their academic skills. This year, we are proud to introduce the following new courses for the Secondary Division: Advanced Creative Writing with Alex Franklin Art History with Laura Shefler * Computer Engineering with Abraham Liao* Social Psychology with David Chun* Environmental […]
Read More →Nine Tips for Navigating the Application Process
Carefully read and follow the application instructions. Submit a complete application early. The date an application is complete is an important factor in determining a student’s course placement. Applications are evaluated in the order they are complete. Plan ahead to submit all application documents on time. For example, give your teacher your Teacher Recommendation Form […]
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