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Sierra Madre Elementary
141 W Highland Ave, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Kinder – 1st Grade students can enroll in Self-Contained/Intro 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.
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More classes for grades 5 – 8 are available at Sierra Madre Middle School, just 5 minutes away. Start times are staggered for convenience: middle school runs 8:45am – 12:45pm, 15 minutes later than the elementary schedule.
Enrollment is based on the grade a student will be entering in Fall 2026.
Note: Course options might change based on enrollment.
Self-Contained Intro Classes (K – 1)
| Class Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Intro 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, 2026. |
| Intro 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 a 1st grade curriculum, they will gain skills for academic success. Students must be six years old by Sept. 1, 2026. |
Block Classes (2 – 6)
Click here to download the class grid, or scroll down to read our class descriptions.
The grid shows which classes are available in each block. Please note that grade range, skill level, and language can change in different class periods.
| Class Name | Subjects | Description | Materials Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Traveler’s Workshop | Language Arts |
*NEW!* Get ready to discover history in an exciting and creative way! Travel back in time and “build” your knowledge of ancient cultures and civilizations. Along our journey, we’ll explore the Roman Empire, Native American history, and Ancient Egypt while we create projects like the Great Wall of China, Native American totem poles, Egyptian pyramids, Roman aqueducts, Greek maps and more! | $10 |
| Dance Through the Decades | Art and Music |
*NEW!* Join us for a high-energy journey through music history! From the swinging 60s to the pop hits of the 2000s, students will explore the beat through dance. It’s the ultimate summer experience for kids who love music and movement. | |
| Exploration of Art | Art and Music |
*NEW!* Calling all artists! Come and learn about the elements of art as we create our own masterpieces. Get ready to explore different materials and techniques as through elements such as color, shape, form, texture, and much more. If you love being creative, this is the class for you. | $15 |
| Chess Club [Beg./Int./Adv.] | Science, Technology, Engineering, Math |
Challenge your mind with chess! From beginner basics to advanced strategy, classes are available for all skill levels. Explore classic strategies, discover fun variations, and enjoy this timeless, multi-cultural game. | |
| Coding 101 | Science, Technology, Engineering, Math |
Learn the basics of coding using Scratch, a block-based visual programming language. This beginner-level course introduces the basics of coding to create web-based games. Collaborate with your friends as part of the design process, and present a capstone of one of your projects at the end of the summer. | |
| STEAM 360 | Science, Technology, Engineering, Math |
From LEGO to cardboard, let’s build! This integrated STEAM experience will include science, technology, engineering, art, and math through exploration and building projects using a variety of materials. Use your imagination to bring your ideas to life, working through the design process from concept to finished product. | $10 |
| Wizarding World of STEAM | Science, Technology, Engineering, Math |
*NEW!* Give your child a magical summer packed with hands-on STEAM learning inspired by the Wizarding World! From brewing bubbling potions to engineering magical creatures, flying keys, circuits, and creative builds, this class turns curiosity into pure wizarding excitement! | $15 |
| Kitchen Quest | Health and Fitness |
Unlock the fun of healthy eating and cooking! Learn how to make delicious, nutritious foods and snacks you’ll love. This hands-on experience helps you build healthy habits and explore new cultures, all in a fun, engaging way! | $15 |
| Tennis Fun-damentals [Beg./Int.] | 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 you build on basic strokes, practice your serve, and test your skills against each other, you’ll study the game of tennis, journal your findings, and learn about healthy habits. |
How to Choose Classes
- Get ready to register by reviewing the class descriptions and schedules at each campus.
- Make a list of your class choices and one or two backups in case the class you want fills up.
- Use the class grid (at the top of this page) to figure out which class you want to take in each block. Some classes are only available in one block, and the same class might be open to different grades from one block to another.
- If a block class you want is full, please pick another class and complete the registration process. For self-contained classes, you can join a waitlist directly from the registration site.
- After you have completed registration, you can’t change your registration directly. Please visit pased.org/changes to request a different class. Requests are subject to availability.