K-8 STEM Enrichment Programs Fall 2015
Registration opens Sunday, Sept 20 and will run through Saturday, Sept 26.
More general information follows the class descriptions.
Drumming 101
Grades 2 - 5
Band Room #239
Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30
Mondays 4:00 – 5:30pm
$125/8 classes
Have fun learning rhythm and playing the drums! Designed by a music industry professional, this class utilizes innovative tools
and techniques, including exclusive iPad-linked drum sets, to teach kids to rock! Students will learn fundamentals of rhythm and
time keeping, technique, rudiments, beats and much, much more!
Tennis
Grades 3 – 6
STEM Gym
Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30
Mondays 4:00 – 5:00pm
$51/8 classes
With the USTA well-trained coaches, student learn to play tennis, get moving, and have fun. The program promotes life skills,
healthy lifestyles, and teaches students how to serve, rally, and score through a specifically designed curriculum. Size appropriate
tennis equipment will be provided. Please register via the USTA website stemTAZ.eventbrite.com
Trendy Crafts
Grades K-5
Science Lab Room #145
Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30
Tuesdays 4:00 - 5:00pm
$100/8 classes
Explore your creative side in a fun social setting! In this class, we take creative crafting to the next level with all the latest supplies
and techniques. Join us to make multi-media art, Washi tape notepads and many other amazing projects to decorate your space.
All materials provided!
Chess
Grades K-6
Ms. Newton’s Room #151
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1
Tuesdays 8:15 - 9:15am
$114/8 classes
Chess4Life is committed to bringing an excellent program with a positive learning environment to K-8 STEM. Chess study has
shown increase math skills, concentration, memory, and self-confidence. Classes are tailored to the level of competency
exhibited among the students. All students, of any level, are welcome.
VEX IQ Robot Experts
Grades 4-6
Tech Room #152
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1
Tuesdays 8:10 - 9:10am (class)
$25/8 classes
Oct 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, Dec 4
Fridays 8:45 – 9:20am (extra tech lab time)
Calling all 4th - 6th graders that have built a VEX IQ Clawbot that are interested in this year’s VEX IQ Bank Shot FALL Competition.
You will build and program VEX IQ robots with a team to compete in available VEX IQ competitions during this session. Some
required activities include building a robot with team members, programming your team’s robot to complete the Bank Shot
challenge, and design a team STEM project. Competitions will be around the greater Seattle area with dates to be decided.
Robot Engineers will meet Tuesday mornings from 8:10 to 9:10 in the Tech Lab with Competitions TBD. Extra Tech Lab time will
be available Fridays from 8:45 to 9:20.
Unicycle and Stilts
Grades 2 - 6
STEM Gym
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1
Tuesdays 8:30 – 9:15am
$25/8 classes
Ms. Gray will teach unicycle for beginners, as well as teaching unicycle tricks to advanced students. She will also introduce stilt
walking. Come join the circus!
Band Room #239, Cafeteria &
Grease
Age 8 and older
Ms. Drake’s Room #122
Oct 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29,
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 – 5:30pm
$225/18 classes + performance day
Nov 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, Dec 1, 3, 8, 10
Dec 12 11:00am – 6:00pm
Grease is the word! A hit show on Broadway and a classic movie, Grease takes you to Rydell High School in the 1950's, with all its
great Rock ‘n ‘Roll and Doo-Wop music (Summer Nights, Beauty School Dropout, Greased Lightnin’, etc.) If you've ever wanted to
play Danny, Sandy, a Pink Lady, or a cool Greaser, here's your chance! Stage Struck has created an age-appropriate version that
will rock you!! Performance Day: Saturday, Dec. 12 at Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy UCC, 9140 California SW, 98136 with Dress
rehearsal 11:00 am to 3:30 pm, Break, hair and makeup from 3:30 - 5:00, and Performance from 5 - 6:00 PM. Student actors will
stay at the performance location from 11am – 6pm.
Jump Rope Club
K-2
STEM Gym
Oct 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29,
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 – 5:00pm
$25/16 classes
Nov 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, Dec 1, 3
Come join Ms. Jasmine for an active, fun hour of jumping rope two times a week. Grade K-2 Owls of all skill levels are invited to
participate. Single and double jump roping will be introduced with opportunities to learn tricks, play games, and build stamina.
Jumping rope is a wonderful lifetime fitness activity. Let’s get hopping!
Piano – Keyboard Club by Musical Minds
Grades K-6
Band Room #239
Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 9
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:15am
$160/8 classes
Kids will have the opportunity to learn to play their favorite songs and music on electric keyboards. Radio hits, movie and
television themes are made so easy, that participants will be playing them after the very first class! The club is a combination of
keyboard piano lessons and a music learning workshop, which uses a clever visual method to teach the basics of music reading
and piano playing. We've developed lots of learning games and activities designed to teach kids basic music reading skills and
playing techniques, in ways that are fun and engaging. We want our students to stay motivated and continue to want to learn to
play music, whether they like Macklemore or Beethoven. Each participant has his/her own keyboard supplied during the class, as
well as, headphones and books. Find out more at www.musicalmindspianokeyboardclub.com
Robotics for Girls
Girls Only - Grades 4-6
Tech Room #152
Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 9
Wednesdays 8:10 - 9:10am (class)
$25/8 classes
Oct 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, Dec 4
Fridays 8:45 – 9:20am (extra tech lab time)
Are you interested in building and programming a VEX IQ Robot? Girls only are invited on Wednesday mornings to build a VEX IQ
robot using step by step instructions. Girls will have options to build two different types of robots and challenge their fellow
engineers to High Rise and Bank Shot friendly competitions. NO VEX IQ experience required! Female Robot Engineers will meet
Thursday mornings from 8:10 to 9:10 in the Tech Lab Extra Tech Lab time will be available Fridays from 8:45 to 9:20.
Cooking Class
Grades 2-6
Science Lab #145
Oct 7, 14, 21, Nov 4, 18
Wednesday 4:00 - 5:30pm
$98/5 classes
Do you want to learn how to cook and bake healthy snacks, meals and desserts? Do you love the idea of preparing an amazing
breakfast from start to finish, or making a dessert that tastes as good as it is good for you? If so, come and cook with me! During
our 5 week long session you will learn kitchen basics like chopping, measuring, mixing and blending. We will also talk about all
things food related like how to read food labels, how sugar affects us and what it means to eat seasonally. All of these skills will be
used to create bountiful breakfasts, tasty lunches and delectable dinners. But make sure you’ve saved some room because you’ll
be making some pretty incredible snacks and desserts too!
Micki Zelenak-Odegaard, Full Circle Culinary Classes
Digital Photography
Grade 6
Tech Room #152
Oct 7, 14, 21, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 9, 16
Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30pm
$25/8 classes
A digital photography class where students learn how to document their lives and surroundings in a thoughtful manner. Students
will be given assignments to complete throughout the week. For example, photographing elements of design - line, texture,
shape, pattern, and discovering how lighting affects the result. Students will learn how to edit photographs, create visual stories
and thoughtfully organize their images. The end of the last day of class will be an artist reception where each student creatively
displays their work for everyone to view. Students are encouraged to bring a digital camera from home for this class. Donations
of digital cameras and picture frames gladly accepted.
Bricks for Kidz: Cranium Contraptions
Grades K-2
Band Room #239
Oct 7, 14, 21, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 9, 16
Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30pm
$150/8 classes
Build and explore crazy contraptions that really work your brain. Students use LEGO® Bricks, axels, pulleys, gears and motors to
create fun and interactive models. Compete with friends in a rousing game of Battle Tops or Foosball. Put your hand-eye
coordination to the test with the Ping Pong Popper model. Experiment with the Mini Fig Mover to see how this model will send
your mini fig for a ride. All this and more are waiting to be discovered as students learn and play with Cranium Contraptions.
Bricks 4 Kidz® hands-on programs are designed and created by teachers, architects and engineering professionals to introduce
young people to concepts of engineering, architecture and mechanics.
On the Move
Grades 1 - 3
Tech Room #152
Oct 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3
Thursdays 8:10 - 9:10am
$25/8 classes
Can you make a toilet paper roll MOVE? Want to MOVE a Sphero? Seriously??? MOVE a toothbrush that is not in your mouth!
Yep! What about making an alligator's mouth MOVE and not bite too hard. Join our session Thursday mornings and MOVE
everything from cardboard rolls to Spheros and Legos throughout the Tech Lab.
Game Theory & Design
Grades 4-6
Mr. Gluck’s Room #173
Oct 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3, …
Thursdays 8:15 - 9:15am
$100/for the school year
In this year-long program, students will learn what it takes to create a successful tabletop game through investigation of a wide
range of gaming dynamics and principles of graphic & tactile design (not to mention extensive game play). Over the course of the
year, students will also develop the artistic and fabrication skills necessary to design and construct their own original prototype
games and game components.
Game Club
Grades 4-6 & returning Board Gamers
Mr. Gluck’s Room #173
Oct 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3
Thursdays 8:15 - 9:15am
$25/8 classes
Enter the world of tabletop gaming! Through extensive collaborative and competitive game play, students will learn & hone a
broad range of STEM skills: pattern recognition, logic & strategy, probability & mathematical reasoning, reading comprehension,
visual & material design, and many more. We begin with the classics to learn the basic components of board games, and advance
to more complex modern games. Students are encouraged to borrow games to share what they learn with their families at home!
Messenger Bag Mayhem
Grades 1-6
Science Lab Room #145
$160/8 classes
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20
Fridays 8:00 – 9:15am
Get back to school in style by designing, constructing, and embellishing your very own messenger bag! Designers will get the
chance to develop these skills: working with patterns, pinning and cutting, machine sewing, hand-sewing techniques, adding
embellishments, using a button press, and keeping as inspirational fashion folder. Please contact instructor, Miss Reese at:
maresacogger@gmail.com with any questions.
Introduction to Martial Arts
Grades 1-6
STEM Gym
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20
Fridays 8:10 - 9:10am
$65/8 classes
This class will introduce participants to the basic techniques of Kajukenbo, a mixed martial art with the elements of Kung Fu,
Karate, Judo, JuJitsu, boxing, and Filipino martial arts. We will focus on the “big 21 basics” of hands, kicks, and stances. Our
Instructor, Ms. Restita DeJesus has specialized in teaching martial arts to children and teens since 1982. She holds black belt
instructor ranks in Karate, Kajukenbo/Wun Hop Kuen Do, Filipino Martial Arts, Chinese Wushu, and Tai Chi.
#teamtalented
Grades 3-6
Band Room #238
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20
Fridays 8:15 - 9:15 am
$25/8 classes
This before school enrichment is for 3-6th graders who would consider themselves theatre enthusiasts. They will be the featured
actors of 3 major assemblies throughout the year. The first play will be presented at the Veterans Day assembly and will be
military themed. Thespians will be moving at a face pace and will be required to memorize their lines within a week’s time as we
will meet only once a week for an hour before school on Friday. It's important that each team member is able to work positively
with other teammates.
Glee Junior
Grades 3-5
Band Room #238
Oct 5 – Dec 11
Blue Days 12:40 – 1:00 pm
$25/15 classes
Come sing and dance to selected popular music with Ms. Nelson and your fellow owls each Blue Day recess. This 20 minute class
will follow the Grade 3-5 lunch and replace outdoor recess for participants every 3rd day of school between October 5 and
December 11. Strengthen your voice, get your body moving, and have a blast during this midday choral club.
Registration begins Sunday, September 20 and will be open until September 26. Please register online using the Enrichment link
from the PTA website stemk8pta.org or if needed, download a paper form and turn it into the PTA Enrichment Program mailbox in
the front office with your payment during office hours. Paper registration forms will also be available in the office.
Participants are selected on a first come, first serve basis. All programs have minimum and maximum enrollment numbers, so
please consider registering in a timely manner to ensure the programs can run and that your child has a spot in the desired classes.
Volunteers: One volunteer is needed for each class. Volunteers will help with signing students in and out of class, as well as, help
instructors. Volunteers will receive 50% off tuition for the class and priority enrollment.
Scholarships are available.
If you can volunteer, need a scholarship, or have any questions, contact Linnea Seidelmann at afterschool@stemk8pta.org
Frequently Asked Questions:
How will my student get to afterschool enrichment? Each classroom teacher is given a list of their students who are taking
Enrichment classes. Students who are enrolled in Enrichment classes for a particular day are walked to the hallway between the
gym and the cafeteria by their classroom teacher where they are met by the Parent Volunteers who take roll and encourage the
student to eat their packed from home snack. The Parent Volunteer walks the students to their Enrichment Classroom by 4:00pm.
What if my student enrolls for a class and it is not a good fit? Enrichment is about trying something new. If an Enrichment class is
not working out, notify the Enrichment Coordinator before the third class. Either we can work together to remedy the issue or a
refund can be issued. Many classes will have waitlists, so please notify the Enrichment Coordinator as soon as possible if you have
had a change of plans and are no longer planning to attend an Enrichment class.