Design and Build Your World

Students will learn the process of designing and building through experimentation in architecture, product design and activist art to develop critical thinking skills and develop the confidence and ability to shape their own success and build a better world. Applying their core subject learning, they will design and build transformative projects that will expand their sense of power and agency.

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Photography

Learn the art of photographic expression and discover career paths from a professional photographer. Emphasis will be on technical fundamentals and personal image capture. Photography masters will be studied for their approach to genres such as street photography, portraiture, and black-and-white imagery. Digital cameras provided, but students are encouraged to bring their own if available.

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Geometry in Nature and Art

What do pyramids and geometry have in common? Come and investigate shapes and patterns by traveling back to the origins of numbers and form. Students will explore science, art, and philosophy and bring fun back to math!

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Garden Masters

Ever wonder what it takes to grow your own food? Students will test soil, identify bugs, learn to grow new plants, practice healthy nutritional habits, and much more.Come investigate horticultural practices in this hands-on workshop and receive your Jr. Garden Master certificate.

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Computer Wizards

Students will engage in subjects such as English Language Arts, Science, Arts, Movement, and Social Emotional Learning, while developing their overall computer skills.Students will practice typing, use safe internet research techniques, and learn positive habits and tips to make the most out of their time on the computer.

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Art Adventures

Come explore the wonderful world of art as we take inspiration from famous contemporary artists! Students will to create their own masterpieces through various mediums and learn about the elements of art by using techniques artists have used.

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Action Sports

Through playing games such as Ultimate Frisbee, soccer, and capture the flag, students develop fundamental sports skills and athletic ability, all while enjoying the spirit of teamwork.

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English Language Detectives

Use your detective skills to hunt for context clues and discover new vocabulary. English language learners will be immersed in a supportive environment with an emphasis on reading and writing. Engaging games and daily discussions will prepare students for proficiency in English. By principal recommendation only.

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Festival of Stories

Through the use of verbal expression, body language, improvisation, and other techniques, students learn the ancient art of oral storytelling. Students will discover their own unique talent and expressiveness as they “command the stage” and bring characters to life. English & Spanish

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Introduction to Second Grade Spanish Immersion

Reinforces reading, math, and the language skills learned in the first two years of PUSD’s Spanish Immersion Program. Class is open to any student who has already completed two years of a Spanish immersion program. Students must be seven years old by Sept. 1, 2022.

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