Holiday & Winter Enrichment Weeks by Ivy Bound
Live, small-group enrichment during Thanksgiving Week, Winter Break I & II, and February Break—built specifically for middle schoolers. Topics include Study Skills (incl. ADHD-friendly), Public Speaking, Vocabulary & Latin, Practical Math & Financial Awareness, Intro to Logic, Excel Excellence, College Awareness, plus age-appropriate SSAT / Speedy SAT foundations.
Built for Middle School (Grades 6–8)
Study Skills • Public Speaking • Logic • Math foundations
Live Small-Group Sessions
Engaging 1.5–2 hr blocks with Q&A & pacing checkpoints
Advisor-Guided Path
Family advisor + top 1% tutors — age-appropriate & effective
Why Families Choose These Enrichment Weeks
Short, focused blocks (1.5–2 hours) deliver practical skills that transfer to school—without weeks of homework.
Study Skills, Public Speaking, Vocabulary & Latin, Practical Math, Financial Awareness, Logic, Excel, College Awareness, SSAT/Speedy SAT foundations.
Live instruction with Q&A, accountability, and pacing checkpoints to build confidence fast.
We help families pick the right mix of sessions and build the perfect week for each student.
Our Middle School Approach Works
Since 2001, Ivy Bound has helped thousands of students build strong habits and skills that show up in school.
Pick Your Week & Sessions
Stack 2–4 blocks for a powerful, personalized mini-program. Times Eastern.
Thanksgiving Week (Wed Nov 27, Fri Nov 29, Sat Nov 30, Sun Dec 1)
| Time | Wednesday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00–3:50 | Vocabulary & Latin | Public Speaking | Study Skills | Practical Math |
| 4:00–5:50 | Practical Math | Excel Excellence | Study Skills (ADHD) | Intro to Logic |
| 6:00–7:50 | SSAT Prep: Reading | SSAT Prep: Verbal | SSAT Prep: Math | Study Skills |
| 8:00–9:50 | Excel Excellence | Intro to Logic | College Awareness Workshop | Vocabulary & Latin |
Winter Break I (Sat Dec 20–Tue Dec 23)
| Time | Saturday | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00–1:50 | Speedy SSAT Part 1 | Study Skills | Speedy SSAT Part 2 | Public Speaking |
| 2:00–3:50 | Public Speaking | Practical Math | Vocabulary & Latin | Study Skills |
| 4:00–5:50 | Practical Math | Financial Awareness | Study Skills (ADHD) | Vocabulary & Latin |
| 6:00–7:50 | Speedy SSAT Part 1 | Speedy SSAT Part 2 | Speedy SSAT Part 3 | Speedy SSAT Review |
| 8:00–9:50 | Excel Excellence | Intro to Logic | College Awareness Workshop | Public Speaking |
Winter Break II (Sat Dec 27–Tue Dec 30)
| Time | Saturday | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00–1:50 | Vocabulary & Latin | Public Speaking | Study Skills | Vocabulary & Latin |
| 2:00–3:50 | Practical Math | Excel Excellence | Study Skills (ADHD) | Public Speaking |
| 4:00–5:50 | Financial Awareness | College Awareness Workshop | Intro to Logic | Practical Math |
| 6:00–7:50 | Speedy SSAT Part 1 | Speedy SSAT Part 2 | Speedy SSAT Part 4 | Public Speaking |
| 8:00–9:50 | College Awareness Workshop | Speedy SAT Math (Found.) | Speedy SAT Reading & Writing (Found.) | Intro to Logic |
February Break (Fri Feb 21–Mon Feb 24)
| Time | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00–1:50 | Financial Awareness | Public Speaking | Vocabulary & Latin | Public Speaking |
| 2:00–3:50 | Vocabulary & Latin | Practical Math | Study Skills | Intro to Logic |
| 4:00–5:50 | Public Speaking | Intro to Logic | Study Skills (ADHD) | Financial Awareness |
| 6:00–7:50 | SSAT Prep: Reading | SSAT Prep: Verbal | SSAT Prep: Math | Public Speaking |
| 8:00–9:50 | Public Speaking | Intro to Logic | Excel Excellence | College Awareness Workshop |
FAQs
Who are these weeks for?
Middle school students (Grades 6–8) who want focused progress over a few days—perfect during school breaks.
How many sessions should my student take?
Most families pick 2–4 sessions aligned to goals (e.g., Study Skills + Public Speaking; SSAT + Practical Math). We’ll help you choose.
Are sessions recorded?
Live participation is best. Ask about make-up options if there’s a conflict.
Build your ideal Holiday or Winter Enrichment Week
Tell us your student’s goals—we’ll recommend the right mix of sessions.