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Jasmyne Ogden
Jasmyne is pleased to offer Language Arts and German classes here at Alliance. She first started developing her teaching skills while she served as a missionary for her church in Germany. While in Germany, she gained valuable experience in language, leadership, and intercultural understanding. She greatly enjoyed learning and speaking German, and brought that love home with her.
Jasmyne graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in Interdisciplinary Humanities, including an emphasis in English. She also earned a minor in editing. During her time at BYU, she was able to develop her critical thinking and communication skills. She gained more teaching experience through working as a mentor at Project Read, a program that pairs native English speakers with International college students who are seeking to improve their English.
Jasmyne has also spent the last seven years working as an online ESL tutor for a China-based company called VIPKid, where she helps children from around the world improve their speaking, reading, and comprehension skills.
With a blend of academic knowledge, real-world experience, and a passion for teaching, Jasmyne strives to inspire students to think critically, communicate effectively, and appreciate diverse perspectives.
Creative Writing 3-5
Class Details:
Thursdays
2:05 -3:05pm
Teacher: Jasmyne Ogden
Monthly Tuition: $45
One time Class supply fee: $50
Enrollment limit 18
Course Description:
In our Creative Writing class, we’ll spark our imaginations and grow our writing skills in a fun, supportive environment. As a supplemental language arts class, we’ll also spend time each week practicing both print and cursive handwriting to strengthen fine motor skills and writing fluency.
A key part of our curriculum will be the Night Zookeeper program—a fantastic resource that offers creative writing prompts and projects designed to engage young writers. Along the way, students will also build vocabulary and practice spelling in an enjoyable, low-pressure way. Through Night Zookeeper, students will be introduced to a variety of writing genres, including persuasive writing, reports, poetry, and more.
Each class will begin with a focused handwriting lesson, where we’ll learn and practice specific letter forms and techniques. Afterward, we’ll dive into our Night Zookeeper writing adventures, giving students the chance to express themselves, explore new ideas, and develop confidence in their writing voice.
Focus of the class:
Here’s a look at our genre exploration goals:
- Short Stories: Learn about plot, character, setting, and theme.
- Poetry: Explore different forms (acrostic poetry, limericks, haiku, etc.) and use of figurative language.
- Personal Narratives: Practice writing about and sharing personal experiences and reflections.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify different writing genres (short stories, poems, etc.)
- Understand and apply new writing skills to writing projects.
- Demonstrate improved letter formation and legibility in written assignments
Exploring Words and Stories for Upper Elementary 3-5
Class Details:
Mondays
10:30 -11:30am
Teacher: Jasmyne Ogden
Monthly Tuition: $45
One time Class supply fee: $40
Enrollment limit 18
Course Description:
Welcome to Exploring Words and Stories! This is a supplemental language arts course meant to improve reading comprehension, critical thinking, and vocabulary skills. In each class, we will have guided reading exercises, discussions, and interactive activities. Students will enhance their ability to understand texts while expanding their vocabulary and applying new words in context. Students will also learn about and practice analyzing different genres of writing.
**Reading out loud during class will be encouraged. If your student feels uncomfortable when being asked to read out loud, please let me know and we will work it out.
Focus of the class:
- Reading Comprehension: We will read age-appropriate books in class and practice identifying main ideas, details, and themes within the texts.
- Vocabulary: We will build our vocabulary through identifying context clues, root words, and word families.
- Literary Genres: We will learn about and practice writing personal narratives, persuasive essays, nonfiction/informational writing, and poetry.
Learning Objectives:
- By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand, analyze, and express ideas clearly.
- Revise, edit, and proofread their written work.
- Use new vocabulary words in both writing and speaking.
- Engage in class discussions and share insights from readings.
- Define and discuss different literary genres.
Grammar and Spelling Fundamentals 3-8
Class Details:
Tuesdays
2:05 -3:05pm
Teacher: Jasmyne Ogden
Monthly Tuition: $45
One time Class supply fee: $30
Enrollment limit 18
Course Description:
You know what they say—fundamentals are the building blocks of fun! This engaging course is designed to support at-home language arts instruction or serve as part of a complete Core Language program when combined with our Reading & Writing class. Students will participate in focused, interactive lessons that reinforce essential spelling rules, and build a strong foundation in grammar.
By mastering these key language skills, students will grow in confidence and develop clear communication abilities—empowering them to express themselves effectively, advocate for their needs, and become more independent learners.
Focus of the class:
- Learn and apply essential spelling rules
- Build grammar fundamentals through fun, hands-on activities
- Strengthen written communication skills
- Grow in confidence and language independence
- Designed to supplement at-home learning or combine with our full Core Language sequence
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Learning Objectives:
- By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Construct quality sentences that communicate their thoughts accurately and clearly.
- Use their increased spelling skills to make educated guesses on how to spell new words.
- Demonstrate improved letter formation and legibility in written assignments
- Take pride in their communication skills!
German Language & Culture 3-8 (2 Sessions)
Class Details:
Monday
11:50am -12:50pm
or
Tuesday
3:10-4:10pm
Teacher: Jasmyne Ogden
Monthly Tuition: $45
One time Class supply fee: $40
Enrollment limit 18
Course Description:
Guten Tag! Our German Language & Culture class will introduce students to the wonderful language and culture of Germany. Students will focus on learning vocabulary words and developing conversation skills through engaging activities and music. They'll have the opportunity to develop a taste for German culture and ignite a love of linguistics along the way!
Focus of the class:
Students will learn new vocabulary words and phrases related to everyday life. They will further their conversational skills by studying sentence structure and parts of speech. They will continue to practice proper pronunciation skills through conversational activities as well as through reading German texts. Our Intermediate students will also deepen their understanding of German culture by learning about some famous Germans who have made meaningful impacts on the world, such as the Grimm Brothers, Bach, Mozart, and Einstein.
Learning Objectives:
- By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Introduce themselves, including their name, their age, where they are from, and who is in their family.
- Be able to understand and respond to simple German phrases and questions.
- Have a knowledge of fundamental vocabulary including numbers, colors, days and months, basic foods, etc.
- Understand pronunciation rules of the German Language.
- Have an appreciation of German culture through learning about German holidays, traditions, and customs through age-appropriate activities and materials.