Power Hour Baics
Effective Homework Help
Fun Activities
Small Group Success
Tips for Staff
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The Main Goal of Power 

To provide homework help and enrichment activities to help kids succeed academically.

100

One strategy for helping a child who is stuck on a problem 

Ask guiding questions to help them think through the solution on thier own 

100

One type of whole-group activity that can be done if no youth have hw

Educational games, trivia, interactive hands-on activities 

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Why is small group learning important during Power Hour

It allows for more personalized attention and helps kids work at their own pace.

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What’s one way to build rapport with students during Power Hour

Greet them by name and ask about their day before starting homework

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Recommended Power Hour Length

45 minutes

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One key tool to have available during Power Hour for HW help

calculators, app or websites for support 

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What type of activities work best in small groups during Power Hour

Activities that encourage teamwork and problem-solving, such as puzzles or STEM challenges.

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What is one way to manage behavior in small groups?

Set clear expectations and use positive reinforcement/ incentives 

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How can staff make Power Hour less “boring” for kids

Incorporate engaging, hands-on activities that align with homework topics

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Time of Day Power Hour Should Be Held

On the early side of programming

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Importance of asking students to explain how they solved a problem 

Reinforcing their understanding and ensures they understand 

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How can you make Power Hour fun for kids who finish their homework early?

Allow them to join one of the small group activities 

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How can you encourage collaboration within small groups

Assign roles or create tasks that require teamwork to complete

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What should you do if you notice a student struggling repeatedly with a specific subject

Offer extra support and let director know and reach out to Elainey Academic Director 

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Structure of Power Hour if kids have no hw

Engaging education small-group or whole group activities

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How can you keep youth motivated when they have a lot of hw

positive reinforcement and incentivising 

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Name one benefit of using educational games during Power Hour.

They make learning fun and reinforce concepts in an engaging way.

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Why is rotating through small groups important

It allows for youth get engage in different activities 

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Power Hour contribution to the mission

Supports academic success by rienforcing life long learning 

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What do you do if you do not know the answer to a hw question

Research the answer together and model the problem solving (khan academy 
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What is an example of an enrichment activity related to literacy

Group reading, creating comic strips, or storytelling games.

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How can you create a balance between structured learning and fun in small groups

Mix educational tasks with interactive games or creative projects

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How can you keep Power Hour running smoothly

Have a clear routine, prepare materials ahead of time, and adapt activities to youth needs