Reading C - Upper Elementary Reading & Discussion (Online) - 2026 Spring
Instructor: Mr. James
Age: Grade 5 - 6
Total Classes: 18
Class size: 4-8 students
Date & Time: 7:00 - 8:00pm
- Tuesday
- Jan 13 – May 18, 2026
Tuition: $216
Class Description:
Reading C supports upper elementary students as they transition to more complex chapter books and informational texts. Through online discussions, short responses, and guided annotation, students learn to identify main ideas, themes, and text structure. This class strengthens both reading stamina and critical thinking.
About Instructor:
Mr. James is a seventh-grade English Language Arts teacher at Salem Middle School with 25 years of experience in education. He has also been teaching at Champion for the past year, where both students and parents value his engaging and supportive teaching style. James holds dual state licenses in Middle Grades Language Arts and Elementary Education, along with Montessori certifications for lower and upper elementary. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in French from Calvin University and a Master’s degree in English specializing in American Literature. In addition to teaching, he has coached soccer and taught violin. He is dedicated to helping Champion students grow as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
