ART WITH JAKE TEDESCO: (K-5)  This art program is for students who are really interested in learning to see to draw!!  Through the course of instruction students are exposed to one and two point perspective as well as interior perspective, using themes that are interesting to young minds.  We talk about negative space, shadows, highlights and ‘cast’ shadows. The students learn to blend colors with colored pencils, pastels and paints.  We explore facial proportions, giving the students the confidence to draw a person or animal.  References to artists of historical importance are made whenever possible and especially if it ties in with the subject matter.  During the class, the student is given the freedom to make choices and to think about their composition and what is visually and aesthetically pleasing to them as an artist! The classes are really about drawing, seeking spatial relationships and observation”. Jake Tedesco, Community art instructor.

CERAMICS (K-5) Join this popular class, brought to you by the Art Curriculum Director of Ceramics To Go. New classes bring all new projects. Utilizing a variety of tools and techniques, students learn step by step how to create beauty from a ball of clay. Classes will focus on clay building and painting with glazes. Great for new and returning students to CTG classes.  Nick Cadiz and Art as a Second Language

CHESS (K-5) While learning to play chess, students will be taught critical thinking, mental discipline and problem solving skills, which can positively impact learning in the classroom. Designed to motivate and entertain, the curriculum introduces otherwise difficult concepts while teaching the art of chess.  Intermediate and advanced players must understand “check” and “check mate” and be able to utilize end game strategy.  Rue Ellington, Academic Chess

CREATIVE CARTOONING WITH MR. C (K-5) Awaken and cultivate those creative instincts. Diverse drawing lessons with a focus on cartooning, and illustrative storytelling builds enthusiasm and opens the imagination. Join Mr. C for the next level of illustrative storytelling for beginners and returning students.  You will be offered a roadmap to cutting edge cartoon concepts to give your characters personality and emotion. Eventually you will be able to develop your own unique comic strip with themes from Fantasy, Robots to Spaceships, and Comic Superheroes to Monsters. Offered by Christopher Hertirich, “Mr. C” professional illustrator and enrichment and Camp VIP instructor.

FRESHI GAME DESIGN: (Gr. 3-5) This program that allows students to develop, design, debug and distribute their own 2D games. Using special software, students create their game without having to learn actual programming. They can also put their own music, video, animations and photos into their games with a simple click. In the early stage of the program, students work together with their instructor to develop a game as a group. As they progress, they will be able to work independently on their own games Don’t just play – play your own game! Freshi Films

GAMES AND MORE GAMES WITH MISS WOOD (Gr. 1-3) Join this class with GV’s own Miss Wood for your favorite outdoor games – Shark Island, Capture the WiffleBall, Whirlpool and more. A terrific opportunity for an afternoon of fitness, friends and fun. Monica Wood, MBUSD PE teacher

GOING GOLFING (K-5) Tee it up with Total Golf Adventures. Students learn all aspects of golf, from swing fundamentals to the game’s rules, etiquette and life values, while advancing through a 5 Level Program.  TGA maintains a safe, nurturing environment with a maximum 101 ratio of students per professional golf instructor. All equipment is provided by TGA.  Students are placed in their appropriate level on the first day of class.  If it rains, there will be indoors class. Total Golf Adventures 

GUITAR JAM (Gr. 2-5) BE A REAL GUITAR HERO! Do you have rock and roll dreams?  Here’s your chance to learn how to play a real acoustic guitar!   Whether you’ve ever picked up a guitar or if you already have skills, our group guitar workshop is the ideal setting for both beginning to intermediate students.   Students will learn the basics of chords, tabs, picking, strumming, and music theory – the first steps into the musical journey of a lifetime.  As the students progress,  they will learn the finer points to gain mastery of their instrument.  Parents will be invited to an informal jam session at the end of the term to see what their children  have learned.  Students must provide their own acoustic guitar. Please contact Nichole Harris if this presents a problem. Performing Arts Workshops

KEYBOARDING CAN BE FUN! (Gr. 2-5) (NEW) Long gone are the typing classes we dreaded years ago, but with computers playing such an important role in our children's education the need to learn keyboarding is more important than ever.  As we know, keyboarding is not a skill that can be acquired after a couple of classes, it takes time and practice.  Fun is the motivating factor, we'll be using software that makes learning the keyboard a challenging game.  The class will always end with choices of art and puzzle software which are a trek of math, logic and science.  It's all about having fun while learning, which is what makes this class so much more enjoyable than a traditional keyboarding course. Little Click Club

LEGO Building (Gr.K-5) Students get hands-on experience using LEGO to build machines, structures, and robots using the most advanced LEGO systems anywhere! Project difficulty advances with each student's experience and ability guarantying your child is never bored. Projects include, but are not limited to Crane, Scale, Windmill, Pneumatic Lift & Press, Rubber-band Racers, Solar Powered Car, a Robot Arm, Green House, Space Shuttle, and even a Wireless Autonomous Robots. Returning students receive more challenging projects each time they take a class. Elemental Media Group with Mr. B

LITTLE CLICK CLUB (Kinder mid day) An opportunity for kindergartners to use laptop computers and Imagine Tomorrow software to go on adventures emphasizing early childhood standards, while learning the basics of computer use in a fun and creative way. Advancing at their own pace, "Puterbug” detectives go on a unique mission each week.  Parents and students have online access to adventure journals that help reinforce skills at home. Curriculum offered for new and returning students. Little Click Club

MAD SCIENCE: “Fun” damentals of Science! (K-5) The fun continues with this captivating assortment of Mad Science classes! Blend colors together, split up the rainbow, and see why lasers are so a-maze-ing. Hunt for hidden animals and minerals as we explore our earth and the animals that inhabit it.  Learn the fundamentals of flight and build your very own glider.  You will be a Top Gun in no time!  Finally, transform the classroom into a crime lab to collect fingerprints & other clues to learn how science is used to solve real crimes!  Mad Science LA 

MATHEMAGIC: Einstein’s BrainBusters for Kids! (K-5) Wanna learn from the smartest man ever!?! MatheMagic combines the cool skills of our Einsteiny brain-busters like "Young Genius", "the Talking Calculator", and "X-ray Vision"!! Classes are taught by Professional Magicians! Parker-Anderson Enrichment

MUSICAL THEATRE MUSICAL THEATRE (Gr.1-5) “Practically Perfect In Every Way”... the only way to describe being in the musical "Mary Poppins" Young actors are welcome to come join us and shine on stage performing beloved scenes and songs from the hit show Mary Poppins!  This class has something for everyone, first timers and advancing performers alike. Discover the joys of acting, improv, voice and speech, choreography and dance!  Develop self confidence and team spirit. Because our class meets only 1 time per week, it will take both the winter and spring terms to assemble the class presentation. At the conclusion of the spring session parents and friends of our students are invited to enjoy a special workshop presentation. This is a two session time commitment for students, with payment submitted each session according to the registration materials.  Performing Arts Workshops. Performing Arts Workshops

READING PARTY (K mid- day class) Do you like pets? Have you considered owning a pet rock?  Create the perfect personal pet. If so, join the fun! Listen to favorite classic and contemporary storybooks, and then create theme related artwork using a variety of media.  A great way to supplement the classroom reading-readiness curriculum. Some of the activities will include, hunting for the golden eggs with the giant in Jack and the Beanstalk, taking a trip with Flat Stanley (Where will he go next?), and  making a shell home the Hermit Crab will want to live in.  Sue Kneisley has taught preschool, elementary and collegelevel classes in art, writing and child development.

SOUND ARTS  (Gr. 2-5) This program reflects the philosophy of giving every child the opportunity to experience music and performance. Musicals are specifically designed around the National Standards for Arts Education and the California State Standards. Students will sing, act, dance and achieve their full musical potential while also learning about science, history, art, and cultural events. Directed by Mrs. Laurie Draper, who comes with a wealth of performance experience and musical knowledge, performances are fully staged, and costumed with up to 4 performances per show. Following the final performance, students will be acknowledged for their participation with an awards celebration. Enrollment procedure for Sound Arts differs from that of other GAP classes. Class size is limited to 75. (Please download the Sound Arts .pdf flyer by clicking here). Sound Arts    

SPANISH (K-5) Classes offer a fun-filled, hands-on integrated language experience. Each class offers a different Event Day of simple cooking and food tasting, outdoor games, board games, songs, puppetry, and more! Recipes and lyrics are sent home with the student.   Savoir Faire Language Institute

VOLLEYPOP (K-5) This exciting class seeks to create a challenging yet fun physical environment and outlet that encourages success and confidence through developmentally- appropriate volleyball instruction in a safe, caring, and supportive environment. Byron Goff, founder of VolleyPop is a three-time all-state and two-time All-American volleyball player with highly popular classes throughout southern California. Don’t miss out on the fun!!! Volleypop

YOGABUDDIES: (Gr. 1-5) Imagine a yoga class that improves your child’s focus, increases strength and flexibility, and heightens self-esteem all while having FUN!! Over the past five years that’s what YogaBuddies’ classes have provided for their students. YogaBuddies offers a creative curriculum that integrates yoga poses with character building lessons, breathing techniques and fun yoga games.  Students leave class feeling peaceful and relaxed. Please bring yoga mat or towel to school on the day of the class. If this is not feasible, a towel will be provided by the program. Yogabuddies

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