Jackson
Kinder – 2nd Grade students can enroll in Self-Contained classes, which prepare them for a successful start to the upcoming school year. Students will spend the entire morning in one class with the same teacher.
2nd – 6th Grade students pick three Block schedule classes to move between throughout the morning.
Note: Course options might change based on enrollment.
Self-Contained Intro Classes (K – 2)
Class Name | Description | Grades | Subjects |
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Introduction to Kindergarten |
Children prepare for kindergarten by engaging in language arts, mathematics, art, and music. This fun introduction enhances their readiness for both the social and academic settings of elementary school. Students must be five years old by Sept. 1, 2023. | K | Kindergarten |
Introduction to First Grade |
Designed to help ease the transition from kindergarten to 1st grade, students will engage in creative, thematic activities that reinforce reading and mathematics. As students are introduced to the 1st-grade curriculum, they will gain skills for academic success. Students must be six years old by Sept. 1, 2023. | 1 | First Grade |
Introduction to Kindergarten Spanish Immersion |
Designed to prepare students entering into PUSD’s Spanish Immersion Program, students will have fun learning basic instructions and vocabulary in Spanish. Activities will involve language arts, mathematics, art, and music. Students must be five years old by Sept. 1, 2023. | K | Kindergarten, Spanish |
Introduction to First Grade Spanish Immersion |
Reinforces the reading, math, and language skills learned in the kindergarten year of PUSD’s Spanish Immersion Program. Class is open to any student who has already completed one year of a Spanish Immersion Program. Students must be six years old by Sept. 1, 2023. | 1 | First Grade, Spanish |
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, 2023. | 2 | Second Grade, Spanish |
Introduction to Second Grade French Immersion |
Reinforces reading, math, and the language skills learned in the first two years of PUSD’s French Immersion Program. Class is open to any student who has already completed two years of a French immersion program. Students must be seven years old by Sept. 1, 2023. | 2 | French, Second Grade |
Introduction to Kindergarten French Immersion |
Designed to prepare students entering into PUSD’s French Immersion Program, students will have fun learning basic instructions and vocabulary in French. Activities will include language arts, mathematics, art, and music. Students must be five years old by Sept. 1, 2023. | K | French, Kindergarten |
Introduction to First Grade French Immersion |
Reinforces the reading, math, and language skills learned during the kindergarten year of PUSD’s French Immersion Program. Class is open to any student who has already completed one year of a French Immersion Program. Students must be six years old by Sept. 1, 2023. | 1 | First Grade, French |
Block Classes (2 – 8)
Filter by grade level using the drop-down menu.
Class Name | Subjects | Description | Materials Fee | Grades | hf:tax:grade |
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Festival of Stories | Language Arts, Spanish |
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. | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 | |
The Poetry Club | Language Arts |
Students express themselves through the exciting world of music, poetry, and art! As students read poems, they will understand the different types of poetry to create their very own masterpieces. Students will walk away with a poetry book filled with a variety of poems and art as a representation of self-expression. | 3, 4, 5 | 3 4 5 | |
The Hero’s Journey | Art, Drama, Music |
Come and discover the hero’s journey as you learn about theatre arts, English, and history! Class combines the elements of reading and writing during English with the theatrical, storytelling elements of the hero’s journey throughout literature along with tales of real-life adventurers, heroes, and heroines throughout history. Students will be incorporating skills they learn from all three subjects to create and perform their own play together! | $5 | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 |
Exploration of Art | Art, Drama, Music |
Calling all artists! Come and learn about different artists as we create our own masterpieces. We will investigate different elements of art including color, shape, form, and much more. If you love being creative, this is the class for you. | $10 | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 |
Make it SMART (Science, Math, and Art) | Science, Technology, Engineering, Math |
Explore math and science concepts through exciting art projects! Students will experience a variety of science experiments, learn new concepts in math through games, and create unique works that involve both science and art. Whether you’re an artist, scientist, or mathematician, this class is for you! | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 | |
Computer Wizards | Science, Technology, Engineering, Math |
Students will engage in various computer programs that include coding, keyboarding, word processing, and slide presentations. Students will participate in various S.T.E.M. activities such as an index card tower challenge and even launching stomp rockets! | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 | |
All About Habitats | Science, Technology, Engineering, Math |
Do you love learning about unheard of animals? Building and designing things? If so, this is the perfect class for you! Through our journey, students strengthen critical thinking skills, ingenuity, and problem solving, all while exploring various habitats. | $5 | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 |
Zumba | Health and Fitness, Spanish |
This lively cardio dance class gets students moving and grooving! Student self-esteem and body awareness will grow as we learn to dance salsa, merengue, cumbia, and hip-hop. Dance away while learning healthy eating habits and exercises. English & Spanish. | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 | |
Tennis Camp | Health and Fitness |
Learning the fundamentals of tennis such as footwork, grip, and stance, are essential to becoming a competitive player, but it’s only the beginning in this tennis camp! As players build on basic strokes, practice their serve and return serve, and put their skills to the test playing against each other, they will study and research the game of tennis, journal their findings, learn about healthy habits, and even participate in yoga! | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 | |
Garden to Table | Health and Fitness |
Ever wonder what it takes to grow your own food? Students will build enthusiasm for fresh fruits and vegetables as they make connections between nutrition and the environment. Come investigate agriculture and build healthy eating habits! | $10 | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 |
Music Adventures | Art, Drama, Music |
Exploring music and rhythm activities from all over the world will serve as a foundation for greater learning. A showcase will take place at the end of the session, and instruments will be provided. Partnership with MiniBop Music. | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 | |
Latin America Arts Tour | Language Arts |
Let’s embark on an artistic adventure and journey through various Spanish-speaking cultures and countries! Students will discover and explore new cultural traditions, artistic practices, unique dances, and local languages while building their vocabulary. | $5 | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 |
English Language Detectives | Language Arts |
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 – contact PEF if interested. | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 2 3 4 5 6 |