Monday Classes

Mind Masters (Board Games 2nd-3rd) 

This problem-solving series is for 2nd and 3rd grade students that have either completed Brain Benders or want to challenge their strategic thinking. We introduce these gamers to a wide range of game genres from ancient strategy to modern board games.  Throughout the program players will explore methods of problem-solving that use deeper strategy elements and multidimensional thinking. As always, participants will also focus on issues of good sportsmanship while simultaneously trying to outwit and out strategize their opponents. Games may include: 7 Wonders, Carcassonne, Settlers of Catan, Scrabble, Boggle, Sushi Go!, Splendor, Dragonwood, Machi Koro, Ticket to Ride, and Small World.

Strategy Specialists (Board Games 4th-8th)

Our most advanced board game program is for veterans of our After School programs and older kids that are interested in more complicated strategy games. A wide range of game categories are explored in a progressive curriculum with the intent of playing a complex variety of mechanics, subject matter and strategies. Students will continue to develop their reasoning strategies and good sportsmanship as they play both competitive and cooperative games. Games may include: Captain Sonar, Mysterium, Dominion, Go, Stratomatic Baseball, Letter Tycoon, Power Grid, and Terraforming Mars.

RPG Wizards (RPGs 6th-8th)

For students looking for a more challenging and immersive experience in roleplaying games (RPGs), this course begins with Dungeons & Dragons and moves onto more difficult and advanced games. Students in this class explore how tone impacts RPG play, as well as the ethical, moral, and interpersonal shades of gray that can exist in these games and in real life. Systems may include D&D 5e, Star Wars: Edge of the Empire, Dread, Wanderhome, Lancer, and more.