Our K-6 ACE Classes
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Using Fingers to Visualize Math with Japan’s Proven Traditional Calculating Tool
Writing Workshop
Guided Personal, Creative, and Academic Essay Writing Every Week
Speech, Debate, and Journalism
Practice Great Research, Logic, and Verbal/Written Communication — All In One!
Coding Basics
Create Programs and Interactive Projects While Learning the Basics of Coding
ACE Art Studio
Experiment with Sculptures, Painting Skills, and Illustrative Projects — Create Art Every Week!
Mock Math Olympiad
Work Together with Acers to Solve Challenging, Multi-Step, Accelerated Math Problems
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Korean Class
Practice Speaking and Writing Korean Every Week while Exploring Korean Culture
Chess Club
Dive Deeper Into One of The Most Disciplined and Complex Strategy Tests Ever Made
Abacus
Build Life-Long Number sense with a Proven, Traditional Math Technique
Summer : Dates To Be Announced
Recommended Grades : Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Prerequesites and Materials : Abacus and Workbook Set
Program Format
Our Abacus Program has been helping our youngest Acers visualize and grow confident with adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing numbers since 2009. With math literacy today at an all-time low, the visual confidence that abacus can teach is invaluable.
Visualize Number Sense and Logic with Hands, Touch, and Beads.
The abacus is a traditional counting tool with rows of beads that represent numbers. By moving the beads, students learn how numbers work and how to perform calculations step by step. As students practice, they begin to picture the abacus in their minds and solve problems mentally — a skill called Anzan. Instead of just memorizing math facts, strong Abacus students can complete any sort of algebra or arithmetic calculation with their own mental calculator!
As students feel math literally on their fingertips, they also often develop, faster mental math, stronger concentration, improved memory, and greater confidence and joy in math.
Work Through A Proven Japanese Curriculum that leads to lifelong math confidence.
We use structured materials in our Abacus Program based on the widely used Japanese abacus training Shuzan Soroban textbooks and Flash Anzan mental math practice. These books increase by level, giving Acers a milestone to work towards every week.
This teaching helps Acers progress step-by-step as they learn:
• addition and subtraction with the abacus
• multi-digit calculations
• increasing speed and accuracy with all arithmetic
• mental math through Anzan
Each level builds carefully so students continue to improve while feeling proud of their progress! Through the Abacus, fractions, decimals, algebra, pre-calculus, and all sorts of difficult math subjects become much more doable for any student.
Abacus is a proven Japanese arithmetic method that students will use for the rest of their life. It’s always exciting to watch students discover that they can solve large calculations quickly — sometimes even faster than a calculator!
Mr. Eric - Abacus Instructor
Mr. Eric began learning abacus as a student here at Ace Academy and completed advanced levels of training. Because he learned the same way our students do, he understands exactly how to guide them step by step.
"I learned abacus here when I was young, and I still use it almost every day. It helps me think faster and stay confident with any number problem, and that’s something I want every student to feel too."
Writing Workshop
Creative Writing and Essay Practice, Every Week
Summer : To Be Announced Soon!
Fall + Spring : Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (By Grade Level)
Recommended Grades : 2nd - 6th Grade
Prerequisites and Materials : None!
Program Format
Our Writing class is our longest-running and most popular class! Over the years, we’ve helped students from kindergarten all the way to college applicants become strong, confident writers. Every week, students develop the strongest writing techniques to take home organized, structured, and descriptive essays that they can be proud of.
Fully Master The Four Main Essay Types Used from Elementary School to College.
Students learn how to write narrative, opinion, informational, and descriptive essays with clear wording, logical details, and confident planning. They also learn story structure and idea development to bring home creative and exciting writing pieces!
Gain Paragraph, Grammar, and Vocabulary Skills with weekly practice and teacher guidance.
With our ACE teachers’ careful guidance, Acers learn how to write strong paragraphs with perfect grammar, clear topic sentences, and supporting details. Each lesson, Acers also discover stronger vocabulary and new sentence structures to write with accuracy, clarity, and depth.
Practice Writing with Feedback and learn to make mistakes and grow gracefully!
Students read examples, learn writing strategies, and complete guided writing assignments and essays during class. Our diligent writing teacher reviews each student’s work closely and provides feedback to help them revise and improve their writing. We strongly believe in second drafts!
Mrs. Kiwas - Writing Instructor
Mrs. Kiwas has been working closely with Ace Academy for over 13 years! As an accomplished writing tutor, trusted by many Cypress parents, she has helped Acers grow their writing senses and voices with hard work, focus, and pride.
Speech, Debate, and Journalism
The Power of Logic in Speaking and Writing
Summer : To Be Announced Soon!
Fall + Spring : Fridays
Recommended Grades : 3rd - 6th Grade
Program Format
Journalism teaches students to research facts and verify information.
Debate teaches students to analyze arguments and think logically.
Speech teaches students to present ideas clearly and confidently.
Every week in Speech, Debate, and Journalism, Acers practice their thinking skills by rotating between activities such as research writing, debates, and speeches. Our students write about their highest-quality work in the ACE Newsletter to showcase their research and logic.
Contribute to The ACE Newsletter and Share with Family and Friends Up to Three Times a Year.
Every semester, our Elementary Acers work hard to share important ideas, current events, and student perspectives in the ACE Newsletter. They learn how journalists research stories, verify information, and write clearly for an audience.
Acers will also master media literacy by learning how to evaluate sources, recognize bias, and distinguish between reliable information and misinformation. By examining real news articles and media coverage, Acers develop the skills to think critically about the information they read and hear in everyday life.
Learn Critical Thinking through Debate and Logic, Skills that Teach Clarity and Focus in Writing and Speech.
Students learn how to analyze arguments, support their ideas with evidence, and respectfully respond to opposing viewpoints. Acers participate in guided debates and discussions about important issues and current events, practicing logical reasoning and the confidence to present their ideas clearly. Debates are also baked into our ACE Newsletter, giving a chance to Acers to write about their perspectives ono topics with clarity and a strong voice.
Practice Speech, Editorial Writing, and Public Expression that Sounds Professional and Deeply Informative.
Acers will also present their ideas through speeches and discussions, building confidence and clarity when speaking with the ACE Classroom. They also learn how to transform their speeches into written editorials for the class newsletter. By combining speech and writing, students learn how to clearly communicate their ideas, support them with facts, and share them with an audience.
We hope that the leadership, confidence, logic, and writing skills that our Elementary Acers develop through this class will serve them well in their future debate, speech, and other endeavors!
Ms. Rosanna - Debate Instructor
Ms. Rosanna has been published in the Anaheim Gazette, and studied Media, Culture, and Communications at New York University, where she was published even further.
“I remember when I was younger and struggled to share my ideas in a confident way. Building a strong, personal voice is so important in school and life. I hope that I can help Acers do just that in this class!”
Mock Math Olympiad
Visualizing Advanced Problem Solving with Confident Math Thinking
Summer : To Be Announced Soon!
Fall + Spring : Thursdays (2:00-3:00)
Recommended Grades : 4th Grade Only (For Now!)
Program Format
Our Mock Math Olympiad class is for students who enjoy challenging math or want to become more confident problem solvers. Every week, Acers solve difficult multi-step problems, learn new math strategies, and strengthen the algebra skills they need for advanced problem sets.
Race Through Olympiad-Style Problem Solving that Challenges Deeper Math and Number Sense.
Acers work on challenging Math Olympiad–style problems that use logic, patterns, and creative thinking. They practice breaking down difficult questions, trying different strategies, and explaining how they found their answers. In class, Acers solve problems individually and in teams, take on timed challenge rounds, and compare different solution methods together. These activities help Acers think quickly, work carefully, and become confident problem solvers.
Use Singapore Math and Visual Thinking to Think of Multi-Step Problems Creatively and Confidently.
We often use the Singapore Math approach, which helps Acers visualize problems using models and clear steps. This method builds visual understanding that helps Acers understand math and number relationships on a deep level that won’t be forgotten.
Strengthen Core Math Skills That Are Holding Back Math Potential.
Along with advanced problems, we make sure Acers are strong in essential math skills such as arithmetic, fractions, variables, and number sense. Strengthening these foundations helps Acers tackle harder problems more successfully.
Practice Teamwork and Communication to Solve Exciting and Complex Math Problems.
Acers solve problems individually and in teams, discuss different strategies, and learn from each other. Through regular practice and guidance, Acers build confidence, speed, and persistence when facing challenging math.
Mr. John - Mock Math Olympiad Instructor
Mr. John also teaches Coding and AP Calculus at Ace.
“I’ve always been a visual learner when it comes to math. It’s very satisfying to draw diagrams, charts, and tables on the board to solve problems. It’s been a joy doing that with my Mock Math Olympiad students, and to see them get better every week.”
Coding Basics
Learning the Building Blocks of The Digital World
Summer : To Be Announced Soon!
Fall + Spring : Fridays (3:00-4:00)
Recommended Grades : 2nd-6th Grade
Prerequisites and Materials : Personal Laptop or Computer (Optional)
Program Format
Our Coding Basics Program introduces young Acers to the exciting world of building with technology. Children today grow up surrounded by apps, games, and websites. In this class, students discover that these tools are not just things they use. They are things they can learn to create.
Learn Coding by Building Projects with Clear, Guided Programs and Software.
Young students learn coding best by building things themselves, not just watching or following instructions. Our program introduces coding through fun and interactive platforms designed specifically for beginners.
Students start with visual coding tools such as Scratch and similar block-based programming environments, where they can easily control characters, create animations, and design simple games by connecting coding blocks together. As students gain confidence, they begin creating their own projects. We allow them to experiment, solve problems, and bring their own ideas to life with ACE Teacher guidance.
Acers will build projects such as:
• simple games where characters move and respond to player input
• animated stories and creative scenes
• puzzles and interactive challenges
• small programs that control what happens on the screen
Grow From Beginner Coders to Creative Builders that Understand the Building Blocks to Coding Language.
As students progress, they begin to understand the core ideas behind programming such as instructions, patterns, loops, and logical decisions.
Each project introduces new ideas while giving students time to experiment and improve their creations. By building their own games and projects, students naturally develop the confidence to think creatively and solve problems independently.
For students who develop a deeper interest in coding, Ace Academy also offers an advanced programming and coding class, where older students can continue learning real programming languages such as Python.
Discover how coding can help your child become a confident creator, problem solver, and explorer in the digital world.
Mr. John - Coding Instructor
“Knowing code makes me feel very knowledgeable when I’m online. It’s also really satisfying to make programs that I find interesting or that I use for my daily life. I can’t overstate how useful coding really is. It is always exciting to see a student run their program for the first time and be proud of it.”
ACE Art Studio
A Place for Creativity to Bloom
Summer : Insert dates here
Fall + Spring : Insert Dates Here (Fridays?)
Recommended Grades : All Grades!
Prerequisites and Materials : None!
Program Format
Our ACE Art Class is a joyful space where creativity, curiosity, and imagination come to life! At Ace Academy, we believe that art helps children express their ideas, explore the world around them, and grow into thoughtful, creative individuals.
In this class, students experiment with a wide variety of artistic styles and materials while learning about artists, cultures, and ideas from around the world. Every week, students create colorful and exciting art projects they can proudly take home. Along the way, they build confidence, creativity, and the ability to think in new and imaginative ways.
Explore Art from Around the World and imitate with a personal artistic voice.
Art is a wonderful way for students to learn about cultures, traditions, and ideas from around the globe. Throughout the year, students create projects inspired by different artists and art styles. For example, students might:
Create bright patterned animals inspired by Australian Aboriginal dot art
Design colorful masks influenced by African tribal art
Paint landscapes inspired by Claude Monet’s impressionist style
Build simple sculptures inspired by modern artists and recycled materials
These projects help students see how artists from different places express ideas, stories, and traditions through art.
Learn Artistic Techniques and Skills to make art that feels professional and real.
Students practice important art skills such as drawing, painting, color mixing, shading, and design. They learn how to use materials like watercolor, oil pastels, colored pencils, and clay while developing their own artistic style.
Lessons include skills such as:
blending colors with watercolor
creating texture with oil pastels
learning basic shading to make drawings look more three-dimensional
understanding how shapes and patterns create strong designs
Make Creative Projects with Encouraging Guidance that makes the biggest projects feel exciting.
Each class includes guided projects where students explore new materials and creative ideas. Students might paint a watercolor sunset, design a patterned animal drawing, create a collage using cut paper, or build a small sculpture.
Our supportive art teacher guides students step-by-step while also encouraging them to add their own creative touches. Students are always welcome to experiment with colors, patterns, and ideas to make their artwork unique.
We believe every child has a creative spark, and our goal is to help each student discover it, nurture it, and shine!
Teacher Information
Ms. Rosanna
ACE Korean Class
Explore Our Language And Culture Every Week
Summer : Insert dates here
Fall + Spring : Insert Dates Here (Fridays?)
Recommended Grades : 2nd-6th Grade
Prerequisites and Materials : None!
Program Format
Many of our Acers grow up hearing Korean at home, but may not always feel confident speaking, reading, or writing it. Our Korean class is designed to help students reconnect with the language in a natural and enjoyable way. Through simple conversation, reading practice, and cultural activities, Acers build the confidence to understand, speak, and use Korean in everyday situations.
Our goal is simple: help students use Korean comfortably and proudly while strengthening their connection to Korean culture.
Speaking First: Everyday Korean Conversation
We focus on the Korean that students can actually use. Each class includes guided conversation practice so Acers become comfortable speaking in Korean with their teacher and classmates.
Students practice:
greetings and polite expressions
introducing themselves and asking simple questions
talking about school, family, and daily life
listening and responding naturally in Korean
This helps students move from just understanding Korean to actively using it.
Reading and Writing Hangul
Acers strengthen their foundation in Hangul so they can read and write with confidence.
Students practice:
reading simple words and short sentences
writing Hangul clearly and correctly
learning useful everyday vocabulary
For students who already know Hangul, lessons focus on reading fluency and sentence building.
Language Through Culture
We also explore Korean culture so students see how language connects to traditions and everyday life.
Activities may include:
learning simple Korean songs or rhymes
practicing common expressions used in Korean families
exploring holidays and traditions such as Seollal and Chuseok
short readings or stories about Korean culture
Teacher Information
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ACE Chess Club
Diving Deeper Into The World’s Oldest Strategy Test
Summer : Insert dates here
Fall + Spring : Insert Dates Here (Fridays?)
Recommended Grades : All Grades
Prerequisites and Materials : None!
Program Format
Our Chess Club invites Acers to step into one of the world’s most fascinating strategy games. At Ace Academy, we don’t just teach students how the pieces move. We show them how deep, creative, and exciting chess can be. Each week, Acers explore new strategies, solve challenging puzzles, and play thoughtful games that strengthen focus, patience, and critical thinking.
Whether students are brand new to chess or already enjoy playing, our goal is to help every Acer discover the strategy, creativity, and depth behind the game.
Beyond the Basics: Understanding the Strategy of Chess
In Chess Club, Acers learn far more than the basic rules. They begin to understand how experienced players think several moves ahead and plan their games with purpose.
Students explore ideas such as:
how strong openings set the stage for the entire game
how to control the center of the board
how pieces work together to create powerful attacks
how to defend positions and avoid common traps
These concepts help students see that chess is not just about individual moves, but about long-term strategy and careful planning.
Chess Puzzles and Tactical Thinking
Each week, Acers solve engaging chess puzzles that reveal the hidden patterns within the game. Students learn classic tactics such as forks, pins, discovered attacks, and checkmate patterns.
These puzzles challenge students to slow down, think deeply, and find clever solutions — helping them develop the analytical thinking skills that chess is famous for.
Practice Games and Friendly Competition
Acers put their new strategies into action through friendly games with classmates. Our instructor helps students reflect on their games, pointing out strong ideas and opportunities for improvement.
As students grow more confident, they may participate in mini tournaments and strategy challenges within the club. Through these games, Acers learn not only how to win gracefully, but also how to learn from every match.
Teacher Information
Mr. Dassel - Played on the Chess Club in College.