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Renert's Calgary Bright Minds is an after-school math and English literacy enrichment program for children aged 5 and up in Calgary. The program focuses on developing deep understanding and critical thinking skills in children, preparing them to become effective learners for life. In addition to after-school sessions, Bright Minds now offers daytime math classes for homeschooling families and a revamped high school math program to cater to the diverse needs of all students.
Led by experienced educators Aaron and Moses Renert, who bring over 40 years of combined teaching experience, Bright Minds Math is based on proven methodologies from around the world, including Singapore Math, Russian Mathematics, and Harvard Math Circles. The program is designed to foster creative problem-solving skills and deep mathematical understanding in students through engaging activities and challenges.
Bright Minds Literacy covers various aspects of English literacy such as decoding, phonics, grammar, and reading comprehension. Students are assessed before joining the program to ensure they are placed in the appropriate peer group and receive targeted instruction in areas where improvement is needed. The program also emphasizes mental math skills, building strong arithmetic foundations, and promoting creative thinking through puzzles, math Olympiad problems, chess, and logic games.
Parents can register their children for an assessment to determine the best class placement based on age and ability. Testimonials from satisfied parents and students highlight the positive impact of Renert's Calgary Bright Minds program on academic achievement and critical thinking skills. The program is held at Renert School, located at 14 Royal Vista Link NW in Calgary, providing a convenient and supportive learning environment for all students.