Dublin Elementary School
Hello Dublin Elementary Families!!!!
Our amazing after-school enrichment classes for Kindergarten to 5th grade offer students the perfect blend of fun, creativity, and learning right here on Dublin Elementary campus.
From arts and crafts to science experiments, dance, drama, and beyond, our classes provide opportunities for students to explore new interests, develop critical skills, and build lasting friendships. Enrichment activities enhance cognitive and social development, boost self-confidence, and encourage a love for lifelong learning—all in a safe and supportive environment.
Join us and watch your student thrive!
MONDAY Classes
Chess Academy for Kids - Monday
Dates: 03/10/2025 - 05/19/2025
Day & Time: Monday, 03:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Pacific Chess - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/24/2025
Early Bird Price: $208.00
Regular Price: $218.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Monday - March 10, 17, 24, 31 | April 14, 21, 28 | May 5, 12, 19
Learn chess with Pacific Chess Academy!
Offered to all levels (Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced) this program is a great opportunity for kids to learn how to overcome obstacles, think strategically, cultivate champion psychology, stay focused, and make new friends.
Each lesson consists of interactive instructions, analysis, and tournament games during which students play against each other. Lessons are fun and easy to follow and include individual instructions to practice at home. Kids are provided with all necessary chess equipment for lessons (boards, pieces, clocks, demonstration tools).
Additional online sessions (two per semester) will help students to improve their skills and become decent chess players in no time. In-person tournaments are organized at the end of each semester- all participants get trophies! Our students can enjoy a FREE application PACIFIC CHESS ACADEMY, easily downloadable from AppStore, to play against friends or computers, solve puzzles and participate in online tournaments. The Leaderboard allows parents to monitor their children’ progress.
6 Reasons Kids Should Learn Chess
- Improves concentration, attention span and memory abilities
- Enhances reading and math skills
- Fosters critical-thinking and creativity in young minds
- Encourages and rewards hard work
- Develops problem solving skills
- Exercises both sides of your brain
NEW!! National Science Bowl
Dates: 03/10/2025 - 05/19/2025
Day & Time: MONDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:35 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/24/2025
Early Bird Price: $325.00
Regular Price: $335.00
10 sessions x 90 minutes
Monday - March 10, 17, 24, 31 | April 14, 21, 28 | May 5, 12, 19
Join this fun and informative class where students prepare for the National Science Bowl®, managed by the U.S. Department of Energy. This nationwide competition tests teams with a fast-paced, thrilling question-and-answer format across biology, chemistry, physics, Earth science, energy, and math. Our program is dedicated to sparking a passion for science through this exciting national event. By introducing these captivating topics early, we build students' knowledge and quick-thinking skills for future success. With engaging practice sessions, mock challenges, and expert coaching, students will gain the confidence and enthusiasm needed to excel in one of the nation’s largest science competitions!
This course has been designed by Compuchild’s outstanding team members with PhDs, EdDs, children’s librarians, investment bankers, and big-six consultants.
(A materials fee of $25 is included in the fees).
Persuasive Reading Comprehension and Writing for Grades 1-5 - 90 mins
Dates: 03/10/2025 - 05/19/2025
Day & Time: MONDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/18/2025
Early Bird Price: $350.00
Regular Price: $360.00
10 sessions x 90 minutes
Monday - March 10, 17, 24, 31 | April 14, 21, 28 | May 5, 12, 19
This engaging course introduces students to the important component of persuasive reading and writing where students begin to put their views into action. Fun activities and hands-on lessons teach the mechanics of opinion writing, so students learn how to express their ideas in simple yet convincing ways. Students explore how authors use emotions, logic, and evidence to persuade readers to accept their argument. Instructors practice confidence techniques with examples to introduce students to understanding their thoughts through drawing, writing, and group discussions. Key concepts include introduction to persuasion, opinions vs. facts, and understanding audience reactions.
Students have the opportunity to express their thoughts in both written and illustrated formats, to help them understand how to persuade their readers effectively. The course concludes with a celebration to showcase their newly developed skills by sharing their persuasive ideas with their classmates and getting positive feedback.
To keep the students engaged and energized, there will be a break in every class where students will participate in fun activities like stretching and music.
Persuasive Reading Comprehension and Writing will empower students to :
- Express their opinions in a simple and convincing way using drawings and writing techniques.
- Learn how to structure and present logical arguments with evidence that are both convincing and compelling to win arguments.
- Build confidence in speaking and sharing their ideas with others.
- Understand how writers convince and entertain their audience to get their point across.
Note: We love to keep parents updated on the class progress. We have established three key communication points: a teacher introduction to start the semester, a midpoint update featuring progress and activity photos, and a final email summarizing the semester.
Piano - Monday
Dates: 03/10/2025 - 05/12/2025
Day & Time: MONDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: C2
Instructor: Ms Judie Greenhouse, Dublin Elementary Teacher
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/24/2025
Early Bird Price: $200.00
Regular Price: $210.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Monday - March 10, 17, 24, 31 | April 14, 21, 28 | May 5, 12
What a joy it is to know how to play a musical instrument! This course is for beginners who want to explore the realm of playing the piano and for those at an intermediate level that want to learn more advanced pieces of music.
This class will build up each student’s foundation and knowledge on reading notes, proper hand posture, counting, finger speed exercises, and more! Each student will be paired with their own keyboard. This active engagement course will foster each student’s joy for music as well as hone their precision. Students are required to work well both independently and within a group there will be both one-on-one and small group exercises.
Come to play and create!
Speak Up & Lead: Public Speaking and Leadership for Kids
Dates: 03/17/2025 - 05/19/2025
Day & Time: MONDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 2nd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Gurus Education Instructors – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 03/03/2025
Early Bird Price: $218.00
Regular Price: $228.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Monday - March 17, 24, 31 | April 14, 21, 28 | May 5, 12, 19
It’s never too early to develop the skills that set future leaders apart! This course is more than just public speaking—it’s about building confident, effective communicators who can inspire, lead, and make a difference.
Our Public Speaking and Leadership Program empowers children with the tools they need to succeed in school, social settings, and beyond. Through engaging activities and hands-on projects, your student will:
- Conquer the fear of public speaking and build unshakable confidence.
- Master the art of non-verbal communication, including body language and gestures.
- Prepare and deliver their own TED-style speech, showcasing their unique voice.
- Learn to articulate ideas clearly, make a lasting impression, and connect with any audience.
This fun, interactive, and dynamic course equips students with essential life skills that will benefit them for years to come. Whether your child dreams of leading, influencing, or simply expressing themselves with ease, this program is their first step toward success. Sign up today! 🎤✨
TUESDAY Classes
Action Packed Lego Robotics for Builders and Coders - 90 mins
Dates: 03/04/2025 - 05/13/2025
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/18/2025
Early Bird Price: $325.00
Regular Price: $335.00
10 sessions x 90 mins
Tuesday - March 4, 11, 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6, 13
Dive into the exciting world of robotics in this hands-on LEGO Robotics course! Students will explore the fundamentals of mechanical, electrical, and computer science engineering while having a blast building and coding.
Using LEGO pieces, students will create amazing projects like airplanes, alligators, and smart spinners, learning about sensors, gears, pulleys, and other mechanical and electrical mechanisms. With an introduction to block coding, students will program their creations to move and come to life in fun and intuitive ways.
Each session sparks creativity and critical thinking as kids build, code, and collaborate to design their own unique moving machines. Don’t miss the chance to turn imagination into motion! 🚀🤖
Actors Workshop
Dates: 03/04/2025 - 05/13/2025
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Synergy Theater Actor Instructors - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/18/2025
Early Bird Price: $200.00
Regular Price: $210.00
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Tuesday - March 4, 11, 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6, 13
It’s laughter, learning and limelight with the After School Drama Club - The Actor’s Workshop! Through a fun series of theater games, acting exercises and scripted scene work, this introductory acting class teaches the fundamentals of the actor’s craft. Students explore the “three tools of the actor” – voice, body and imagination – as they learn how to create characters, interpret scripts and perform for an audience. The class teaches true theater skills such as stagecraft, emotionally truthful acting, and professional theater etiquette, while encouraging creativity and inspiring the imagination. The class culminates with a workshop presentation of scenes and monologues for an invited audience.
Take it once or take it again and again! Students are encouraged to repeat the program several times. While the overall objectives remain the same, there are always new games, new activities and new performance scenes to keep the program varied and interesting. As students progress through successive iterations of the program, they continue to work on more sophisticated material in order to ensure that their skills continue to grow and that they are being appropriately challenged.
Creatif: Drawing & Painting
Dates: 03/11/2025 - 05/06/2025
Day & Time: Tuesday, 03:05 PM - 04:20 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Creatif Art Instructor - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/25/2025
Early Bird Price: $205.00
Regular Price: $215.00
8 sessions x 75 minute classes
Tuesday - March 11, 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6
Join us for an exciting and interactive drawing and painting class tailored specifically for young artists. Through this fun session they will be introduced to basic drawing and painting skills. They'll have the opportunity to express themselves artistically, creating vibrant artworks.
No prior experience required as this class is designed to inspire creativity and foster a love for art. Join us as we embark on a colorful journey of self-expression and creativity! Enroll your child today to ignite their passion for drawing and painting.
Students can re-enroll as there are many art projects to work on.
Elevate your voice: Leadership & Entrepreneurship Skills!
Dates: 03/18/2025 - 05/13/2025
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:20 PM
Grades: 4th to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Gurus Education Instructors – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 03/04/2025
Early Bird Price: $218.00
Regular Price: $228.00
8 sessions x 75 minutes
Tuesday - March 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6, 13
Speak, Lead, Succeed! An excellent combo program.
Our Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Public Speaking Program empowers kids to think creatively, lead confidently, and communicate effectively. In this exciting course, students will:
- Brainstorm and develop a new business model, honing their creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Learn writing strategies to articulate their innovative ideas clearly and effectively.
- Enhance their public speaking skills to present their business model confidently to an audience.
- Build valuable leadership qualities through fun and engaging exercises.
By the end of this program, your student will have the skills to think like an entrepreneur, lead like a visionary, and present like a pro. This course is perfect for young minds eager to innovate, inspire, and make an impact!
Engineering and Problem Solving with Keva Planks - Tuesday
Dates: 03/04/2025 - 05/06/2025
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 4th
Classroom: A11
Instructor: Ms Monica McLeod, Dublin Elementary Teacher
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/18/2025
Early Bird Price: $200.00
Regular Price: $210.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Tuesday - March 4, 11, 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6
Does your student love to build? Then this is the after school course designed for them. “KEVA planks are about 1/4 inch thick, 3/4 inch wide and 4 1/2 inches long. You build structures by simply stacking the planks. No glue, no connectors. They can be stacked upright which looks like it would be unstable as a house of cards, but even this type of structure is surprisingly stable.” Each day class will begin with individual building challenges, move to group challenges and then finish up with free time for building. During challenge activities students will practice different problem solving techniques as well as learning to work cooperatively in a group. Along the way they will learn some basic engineering, architectural, math and science skills.
In fact, did you know that research shows that students who play with blocks tend to do better in mathematics and science in higher grade levels? Well, it’s true and researchers from the University of Idaho have concluded that playing with blocks helps children develop a fundamental understanding of quantities, equality & geometry. Playing, building and having fun while learning, what could be a better than that?
Excel at FLL (First Lego League) - 90 mins
Dates: 03/04/2025 - 05/13/2025
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:35 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/18/2025
Early Bird Price: $350.00
Regular Price: $360.00
10 sessions x 90 minutes
Tuesday - March 4, 11, 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6, 13
The FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) has been motivating children to research, experiment, build, and solve real-world challenges through robotics to gain a deep understanding of STEM in a friendly and collaborative environment. Not only do children learn robotics, coding, and engineering, but they also brainstorm and research innovative real-world projects and ideas while working in a team.
Every year, the FLL creates a new challenge focused on two segments. One aspect of the challenge involves precise robotic navigation, and the other aspect of the challenge focuses on research and problem solving. This class will introduce children to both of these aspects of the FLL contest. The idea is to get children motivated and prepared to participate in the national FLL challenge and eventually, to help them do well in these contests.
This class has been designed by Compuchild’s outstanding team members with PhDs, EdDs, children’s librarians, investment bankers, and big-six consultants.
(A materials fee of $25 is included in the Tuition Fee).
Hola Amigos: Spanish for Beginners for Grades 1-5
Dates: 03/04/2025 - 05/13/2025
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/18/2025
Early Bird Price: $230.00
Regular Price: $240.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Tuesday - March 4, 11, 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6, 13
This enriching program is thoughtfully crafted to ignite curiosity and foster a deep appreciation for Spanish, tailored to inspire young learners and help them thrive. Our curriculum provides a strong foundation in Spanish, helping young learners take their first steps in language acquisition while ensuring they are supported and motivated to progress at their own pace.
Each week, students will dive into exciting themes like Colores (Colors), Los Números (Numbers), Las Estaciones (The Seasons), Animales Marinos (Sea Animals), and more, sparking their curiosity and making language acquisition both fun and enjoyable. Through hands-on activities, group activities, and personalized tasks, children will build language skills while exploring creativity, teamwork, and real-world conversation. With Spanish Amigos, students will strengthen their reading comprehension by connecting vocabulary to meaning, recognizing sentence structures, and practicing understanding simple Spanish texts through engaging activities.
Spanish Amigos will empower your student to:
- Build a foundation for future success in an interconnected, multilingual world.
- Foster an appreciation for diverse cultures and perspectives, promoting inclusivity and global understanding.
- Improve communication skills by mastering pronunciation, listening, and conversational abilities.
Note: We love to keep parents updated on the class progress. We have established three key communication points: a teacher introduction to start the semester, a midpoint update featuring progress and activity photos, and a final email summarizing the semester’s achievements.
Piano - Tuesday
Dates: 03/04/2025 - 05/06/2025
Day & Time: TUESDAY, 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: C2
Instructor: Ms Judie Greenhouse, Dublin Elementary Teacher
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/18/2025
Early Bird Price: $200.00
Regular Price: $210.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Tuesday - March 4, 11, 18, 25 | April 1, 15, 22, 29 | May 6
What a joy it is to know how to play a musical instrument! This course is for beginners who want to explore the realm of playing the piano and for those at an intermediate level that want to learn more advanced pieces of music.
This class will build up each student’s foundation and knowledge on reading notes, proper hand posture, counting, finger speed exercises, and more! Each student will be paired with their own keyboard. This active engagement course will foster each student’s joy for music as well as hone their precision. Students are required to work well both independently and within a group there will be both one-on-one and small group exercises.
Come to play and create!
WEDNESDAY Classes
Chess Academy for Kids - Wednesday
Dates: 03/05/2025 - 05/14/2025
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Pacific Chess - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/19/2025
Early Bird Price: $208.00
Regular Price: $218.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Wednesday - March 5, 12, 19, 26 | April 2, 16, 23, 30 | May 7, 14
Learn chess with Pacific Chess Academy!
Offered to all levels (Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced) this program is a great opportunity for kids to learn how to overcome obstacles, think strategically, cultivate champion psychology, stay focused, and make new friends.
Each lesson consists of interactive instructions, analysis, and tournament games during which students play against each other. Lessons are fun and easy to follow and include individual instructions to practice at home. Kids are provided with all necessary chess equipment for lessons (boards, pieces, clocks, demonstration tools).
Additional online sessions (two per semester) will help students to improve their skills and become decent chess players in no time. In-person tournaments are organized at the end of each semester- all participants get trophies! Our students can enjoy a FREE application PACIFIC CHESS ACADEMY, easily downloadable from AppStore, to play against friends or computers, solve puzzles and participate in online tournaments. The Leaderboard allows parents to monitor their children’ progress.
Creatif: Clay Workshop
Dates: 03/12/2025 - 05/07/2025
Day & Time: Wednesday, 02:05 PM - 03:20 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Creatif Art Instructor - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/26/2025
Early Bird Price: $205.00
Regular Price: $215.00
8 sessions x 75 minute classes
Wednesday - March 12, 19, 26 | April 2, 16, 23, 30 | May 7
Join the Creatif - Clay Workshop, where imagination meets craftsmanship! In this hands-on class, participants will dive into the versatile world of clay artistry. From sculpting and molding to shaping and detailing, students will create art using clay. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, join us as we explore the endless possibilities of clay and create stunning works of art together!
Creative Comics Club: Cartooning, Storytelling, and Mini-Comics
Dates: 03/12/2025 - 05/21/2025
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:12 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Jennifer de Oliveira, former Dublin Elementary Teacher now Author!
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/26/2025
Early Bird Price: $210.00
Regular Price: $220.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Tuesday - March 12, 19, 26 | April 2, 16, 23, 30 | May 7, 14, 21
If you love reading or making comics, Comics Club is for you! In this hands-on class, we’ll learn the fundamentals of cartooning, like drawing expressive characters and writing short comic strip stories. Students will also explore their creativity using sketchbooks and fun art supplies. In our final sessions, students will create and share their own mini-comic books, and everyone will take home a signed copy of Mrs. de Oliveira’s latest graphic novel, Reggie: Penguin in Charge. All skill levels are welcome.
*Note: Ms. de Oliveira is the author and artist of her own comic book Reggie: Kid Penguin that was published in the spring of 2023 and your student will receive an autographed copy of that book if they enroll in this class. You will have a lot of fun in this course as you learn techniques for drawing.
From Barter to Bitcoin - 2 Hours
Dates: 03/12/2025 - 05/21/2025
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY, 02:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/26/2025
Early Bird Price: $455.00
Regular Price: $465.00
10 sessions x 2 Hours
Wednesday - March 12, 19, 26 | April 2, 16, 23, 30 | May 7, 14, 21
Join this unique, fun, and interactive course to enhance your financial literacy. While our national report card shows many states earning a ‘C’ grade or worse for personal finance education, this course aims to fill the gap. Students will start their financial awareness journey from ancient bartering systems to modern blockchain technology based currencies such as Bitcoin.
Students will develop an understanding of key concepts such as currency, exchange rates, interest rate sensitivity, supply and demand, needs and wants, budgeting, taxes, and net worth. Through engaging activities and practical lessons, students will build a solid foundation in personal finance, equipping them with essential skills for a financially savvy future.
This course has been designed by CompuChild’s outstanding team members with PhDs, EdDs, children’s librarians, investment bankers, and big-six consultants.
A materials fee of $25 has been included in the fees.
Innovative Writing: A STEM Inspired English Program for Grades 1-5
Dates: 03/05/2025 - 05/14/2025
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/19/2025
Early Bird Price: $230.00
Regular Price: $240.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Wednesday - March 5, 12, 19, 26 | April 2, 16, 23, 30 | May 7, 14
This program elicits students’ writing by blending hands-on STEM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) where students write about what they observe in class. Focused on interdisciplinary learning, students will explore exciting STEM concepts like chemical reactions using the balloon inflation experiment, flight mechanics through building paper airplanes, and motion physics through activities like straw rockets while developing critical thinking and writing skills. Each week, students in grades 1-5 will participate in interactive experiments and express their observations and hypotheses, blending English language arts with STEM learning to enhance conceptual understanding and personal expression.
Our experienced and passionate teachers are committed to providing grade-level attention to ensure each student progresses at their own pace. By closely monitoring progress and providing constructive feedback, teachers help students overcome challenges and maximize their potential. The Innovative Writing Program not only lays the groundwork for academic growth but also inspires students to think creatively and express effectively in an ever-evolving world.
Innovative Writing will empower your student to:
- Master the ability to express ideas clearly and effectively across descriptive, explanatory, and narrative styles.
- Gain a deeper understanding of STEM concepts and their real-world applications.
- Enhance step-by-step instructional learning with hands-on STEM activities into written works in sequence, scope, and chronology.
Note: We love to keep parents updated on the class progress. We have established three key communication points: a teacher introduction to start the semester, a midpoint update featuring progress and activity photos, and a final email summarizing the semester’s achievements.
Lando Engineering & Design Thinking - 90 mins
Dates: 03/12/2025 - 05/21/2025
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 3rd
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Lando - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/26/2025
Early Bird Price: $325.00
Regular Price: $335.00
10 sessions x 90 mins
Wednesday - March 12, 19, 26 | April 2, 16, 23, 30 | May 7, 14, 21
Join us this spring as each class tackles a fresh engineering puzzle, rather than following step-by-step instructions, like constructing domes that withstand asteroids or creating air cannons that launch circus performers. Students discover an excitement for engineering as they design, prototype, and test solutions to real-world challenges with LEGO bricks — building grittiness and problem-solving skills along the way.
STEM Show and Tell. After each class, we’ll share photos and updates of your student’s creations via email, helping you celebrate their progress and spark conversations about what they’ve learned.
Continually Building. Every class features 6 to 8 focused builds, engaging both brand-new builders and seasoned LEGO enthusiasts. No matter if it’s their first or fifth class with us, students will find fresh challenges in each class with our constantly improving curriculum with multiple years’ worth of projects.
Designed to be Trustworthy. We text you when your budding engineer safely arrives, send detailed reminders before each session, and use a digital sign-out process for approved adults. If you ever have questions or need help—even during class—our dedicated, local support person is a text or call away.
THURSDAY Classes
Beginning Typing
Dates: 03/06/2025 - 05/15/2025
Day & Time: THURSDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: A9
Instructor: Ms Michele Chandler, Dublin Elementary Teacher
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/20/2025
Early Bird Price: $205.00
Regular Price: $215.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Thursday - March 6, 13, 20, 27 | April 3, 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15
This course is a beginning course for students who need to learn basic typing skills. It will cover proper finger placement for typing so students can move away from pecking at the keys. This class will be fun and engaging and will include typing games to practice their new skills!
Beginning Typing is open to students whether they’ve taken typing before or not as we can work with students who are just beginning their typing journey or those who already have some typing experience. Students can always improve their typing skills and speed with additional practice.
Café Art – Springtime Kawaii Creations & Zentangle Fun
Dates: 03/13/2025 - 05/15/2025
Day & Time: Thursday, 02:05 PM - 03:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Café Art Instructor- [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/27/2025
Early Bird Price: $200.00
Regular Price: $210.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Thursday - March 13, 20, 27 | April 3, 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15
Join us for Springtime fun, where creativity blossoms and fun takes center stage! This Spring season, we’re blending the cuteness of Kawaii art with the mesmerizing patterns of Zentangles, all with a delightful spring twist. Students will learn to draw charming Kawaii characters inspired by spring—think bunnies, Easter eggs, flowers, birds, hearts, and more.
But the fun doesn’t stop there! Students will bring their art to life by creating personalized sketchbooks, Shrinky Dink keychains, bookmarks, button pins, and even a spring-themed canvas. They'll also craft a unique final portfolio to showcase their creations.
With art mediums like pencils, Sharpies, watercolor pencils, and markers, each class is packed with colorful exploration and exciting projects.
Don’t wait—spots fill up quickly! Give your student the gift of springtime inspiration, creativity, and fun. We can’t wait to see their artistic talents bloom! 🌸
Chinese Spring Blossoms: Mandarin Chinese Class for K-5
Dates: 03/06/2025 - 05/15/2025
Day & Time: THURSDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: K to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Joyful Thoughts - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/20/2025
Early Bird Price: $210.00
Regular Price: $220.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Thursday - March 6, 13, 20, 27 | April 3, 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15
Welcome to our Chinese language class! Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our mixed-level classroom offers a supportive environment to learn, practice, and build confidence in Mandarin.
Key Features:
- Beginner Focus: Beginners will concentrate on speaking and listening, engaging in practical conversations, and listening to authentic language use to build a strong foundation.
- Intermediate Focus: For intermediate learners, the focus shifts to reading, comprehension, and basic Chinese handwriting, enhancing both spoken and written skills.
We use a content-based learning approach, moving beyond traditional methods to promote natural, context-driven language acquisition.
What Makes Our Curriculum Special:
- Fun & Interactive Learning: Topics are age-appropriate, engaging, and enriched with hands-on activities, making learning enjoyable.
- Comprehensive Skill Development: Students practice all aspects of Mandarin—speaking, reading, listening, and writing—through diverse activities.
- Dynamic Topics: Each semester features fresh, exciting topics that reflect the season, environment, and students' development, ensuring no repetition.
- Games & Cultural Activities: Learning is made fun through games, cultural projects, and interactive tasks that enhance language acquisition.
Welcome Back, Former Students:
We also warmly welcome students who have been with us for several seasons! Each season features new content that builds on your previous knowledge, ensuring your Mandarin journey remains fresh, exciting, and engaging.
Kiddie Coding Club – Introduction to Computer Programming, Robotics & Circuit Building
Dates: 03/06/2025 - 05/15/2025
Day & Time: THURSDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: D9
Instructor: Mr Karl Osicki, Dublin Elementary Teaher
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/20/2025
Early Bird Price: $205.00
Regular Price: $215.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Thursday - March 6, 13, 20, 27 | April 3, 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15
Would you be excited if your child had an opportunity to learn the universal language of the planet, explore robotics and build circuits? Does your child enjoy math, engineering, technology, design and hands on activities? Kiddie Coding Club may be the perfect opportunity for them to tap into these 21st century prerequisites! In Kiddie Coding Club we learn basic coding concepts, use and build Mindstorm Lego robots, build circuits with Snaplinks and Tinybits.
“People who know how to code will be able to communicate across countries and cultures, be innovative, and solve problems more efficiently, with no barriers to impede their success (Porter, John. (2016). 4 Benefits of Learning Coding at a Young Age.) Retrieved from: https://elearningindustry.com/4-benefits-learning-programming-at-a-young-age-2.
Come join Kiddie Coding Club where we will learn how to work together Using, Code.org, Tynker, and Code Combat to program in a fun and safe environment. It doesn’t matter if your child has coding experience or not, this class is for everyone. It will build on concepts some students already know and teach concepts to those who are new to the coding. All interested students are welcome.
Piano - Thursday
Dates: 03/06/2025 - 05/08/2025
Day & Time: THURSDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: C2
Instructor: Ms Judie Greenhouse, Dublin Elementary Teacher
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/20/2025
Early Bird Price: $200.00
Regular Price: $210.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Thursday - March 6, 13, 20, 27 | April 3, 17, 24 | May 1, 8
What a joy it is to know how to play a musical instrument! This course is for beginners who want to explore the realm of playing the piano and for those at an intermediate level that want to learn more advanced pieces of music.
This class will build up each student’s foundation and knowledge on reading notes, proper hand posture, counting, finger speed exercises, and more! Each student will be paired with their own keyboard. This active engagement course will foster each student’s joy for music as well as hone their precision. Students are required to work well both independently and within a group there will be both one-on-one and small group exercises.
Come to play and create!
Yarn Creations: Knitting, Crochet & Needlepoint Adventures
Dates: 03/06/2025 - 05/15/2025
Day & Time: THURSDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Ms Charisse Poston, Dublin Elementary Teacher
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/20/2025
Early Bird Price: $205.00
Regular Price: $215.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Thursday - March 6, 13, 20, 27 | April 3, 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15
Get ready to weave your way into creativity with Yarn Creations! In this hands-on fiber arts class, students will explore the magical world of yarn crafts and learn the basics of knitting, crocheting, and needlepoint.
From crafting colorful pom-poms to designing granny squares, scarves, headbands, and decorative pieces, there’s no limit to what students can create! Beginners are warmly welcomed—no experience necessary.
Whether they’re crafting cozy accessories or vibrant home decor, students will gain new skills, build confidence, and have fun bringing their imaginative designs to life.
Join us and let’s create something amazing together! 🧶✨
FRIDAY Classes
CineCraft: Script, Screenplay, and the Magic of Movie Making!
Dates: 03/07/2025 - 05/23/2025
Day & Time: FRIDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/21/2025
Early Bird Price: $230.00
Regular Price: $240.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Friday - March 7, 21, 28 | April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 23
Dive into an exciting course where kids in grades 3 -5 get to step into the fascinating world of storytelling and filmmaking. With just the right balance of structure and creative freedom, students will explore the art of filmmaking by selecting their story, theme, and genre from a curated set of fun ideas, transforming them into unique, well-crafted plots.
Our well-crafted curriculum guides students through every step of the process. They’ll start with pre-production, participating in a “Writer’s Room” to brainstorm and develop original ideas for their very own short film. From there, they’ll dive into scriptwriting, crafting compelling stories, and collaborating to create shot lists and detailed storyboards. As they move into the production phase, students will bring their ideas to life—building props, preparing scenes, and shooting their short films. Finally, in the post-production phase, they’ll review a rough draft of their video, provide feedback, and see their hard work come together. This course allows students to explore every step of the filmmaking process while fostering teamwork, creativity, and technical skills.
CineCraft will enable your student to:
- Create Original Stories by stepping into the roles of scriptwriters, bringing their ideas to life on screen.
- Ignite Imagination as they explore the world of filmmaking and storytelling, discovering the magic of visual storytelling.
- Role Playing as students become the actors, directors, writers, and cinematographers of their own films.
Note: We love to keep parents updated on the class progress. We have established three key communication points: a teacher introduction to start the semester, a midpoint update featuring progress and activity photos, and a final email summarizing the semester’s achievements.
Hollywood Island©: Where Engineering Meets the Stars!
Dates: 03/07/2025 - 05/23/2025
Day & Time: FRIDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:20 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Challenge Island Instructor- [email protected]
Excluded Date: March 14: April 4; Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/21/2025
Early Bird Price: $218.00
Regular Price: $228.00
8 sessions x 75 minutes
Friday - March 7, 21, 28 | April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 23
Get ready to step into the spotlight with Hollywood Island, a blockbuster adventure packed with star-studded engineering challenges inspired by the magic of the movies!
From escaping the spinning traps of Wicked Witch Twist© to navigating the mysteries of Temple of Trouble©, mastering spells at Wizardry Academy©, and exploring the prehistoric thrills of Dinosaur Park©, every destination on Hollywood Island is a red-carpet-worthy experience.
Lights, camera, action—imagination and problem-solving take center stage as students bring movie-inspired challenges to life! 🌟🎬
Lando World Building with Clay - 90 mins
Dates: 03/07/2025 - 05/23/2025
Day & Time: FRIDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 3rd
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Lando - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/21/2025
Early Bird Price: $295.00
Regular Price: $305.00
9 sessions x 90 minutes
Friday - March 7, 21, 28 | April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 23
Our students go beyond uninspiring craft projects by sculpting scenes with everything from whimsical characters to eye-catching foods, igniting both their storytelling and fine motor skills. This class teaches sculpting techniques from professors at the Rhode Island School of Design—like color theory, simplifying complex forms, proper proportion and composition—all while kids have a blast.
Stories to Share - After each class, we’ll send photos of the characters and worlds your student has built, so you can celebrate their progress and spark conversations about what they’re learning. Plus, they’ll bring home their finished sculptures to show off!
Stretching Creative Muscles in Each Class - With up to ten new projects per class, your student will continually stretch their artistic abilities. Every class revolves around different themes and stories—making for a fun, collaborative environment with friendly games along-the-way.
In Good Hands - We text you when your storytelling sculptor safely arrives, send detailed reminders before each session, and use a digital sign-out process for approved adults. If you ever have questions or need help—even during class—our dedicated, local support person is a text or call away.
NEW!! Super Science: Energy of the Future & Spectacular Space for Grades 1-5 - 90 mins
Dates: 03/07/2025 - 05/23/2025
Day & Time: FRIDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: March 14: April 4; Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/21/2025
Early Bird Price: $345.00
Regular Price: $355.00
9 sessions x 90 minutes
Friday - March 7, 21, 28 | April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 23
This dynamic Science program helps students explore the wonders of Science through a blend of hands-on STEM projects, creative art activities, and engaging group challenges. By integrating scientific concepts with creativity and critical thinking, each class fosters curiosity, communication, and a deeper understanding of Science. Through this innovative cross-disciplinary approach, students develop essential skills while discovering the fascinating connections between science, art, reading, and writing.
The curriculum is divided into two captivating themes: Energy of the Future and SPACE. Each theme delves into five exciting and educational topics like Solar and Wind Energy, Galaxies, Saturn, and the relationship between the Earth, the Moon and the Sun. In every class, students will design and build mini projects to take home, showcasing their models proudly. This not only excites them to share their creations with their families but also motivates them to return eagerly for the next class to create something new and exciting.
Super Science will empower your students to :
- Inspire curiosity and bridge the gap between analytical thinking and artistic innovation.
- Explore real-world applications of STEM concepts.
- Gain a holistic understanding of STEM through both scientific and creative approaches.
Note: We love to keep parents updated on the class progress. We have established three key communication points: a teacher introduction to start the semester, a midpoint update featuring progress and activity photos, and a final email summarizing the semester’s achievements.
Soccer Stars! Grades 3-5
Dates: 03/07/2025 - 05/23/2025
Day & Time: FRIDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:12 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: FIELD
Instructor: Contra Costa Soccer - [email protected]
Excluded Date: March 14: April 4; Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/21/2025
Early Bird Price: $225.00
Regular Price: $235.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Friday - March 7, 21, 28 | April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 23
At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as the vehicle to help children improve their soccer skills, build self-confidence in the game of soccer and life, and learn what it means to be a good teammate both on and off the field.
Our curriculum was developed by early childhood educators and soccer professionals. Our structured classes teach soccer FUNdamentals through imagination and play--each class has a theme (i.e. the beach, outer space, race track) which makes learning fun! Our coaches are patient and a ton of fun; they not only love working with children, but also enjoy developing these skills in a nurturing and non-competitive environment!
In our 3rd-5th grade program, players will improve their creative capacity through technical skill development and small-sided games. This allows for freedom of expression with the ball—a vital concept is emphasized with the introduction of 1v1 dribbling and defending games. The addition of opponents allows the player to make decisions under pressure. High repetition ball control activities help each player become more proficient with the ball. *Each child will receive a Super Soccer Stars Medal at the end of the season.
Communication: Each week, you’ll receive an email outlining what your child is learning in class, including the specific skills they’re focusing on. We encourage you to use this as a conversation starter to ask your child about their day. Additionally, we use a platform called Homeroom, where coaches share photos and videos from class throughout the season.
Returning players: At Soccer Stars, one of core philosophies (aside from having fun), is repetition, repetition, repetition. The way to get better at soccer is through consistent practice! Our coaches do a great job tailoring the soccer curriculum to your child and their class to ensure everyone is learning at their own speed and getting the most out of the class
Soccer Stars! K-2
Dates: 03/07/2025 - 05/23/2025
Day & Time: FRIDAY, 02:05 PM - 03:12 PM
Grades: K to 2nd
Classroom: FIELD
Instructor: Contra Costa Soccer - [email protected]
Excluded Date: March 14: April 4; Spring Break Week
Early Bird End Date: 02/21/2025
Early Bird Price: $225.00
Regular Price: $235.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Friday - March 7, 21, 28 | April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 23
At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as the vehicle to help children improve their soccer skills, build self-confidence in the game of soccer and life, and learn what it means to be a good teammate both on and off the field.
Our curriculum was developed by early childhood educators and soccer professionals. Our structured classes teach soccer FUNdamentals through imagination and play--each class has a theme (i.e. the beach, outer space, race track) which makes learning fun! Our coaches are patient and a ton of fun; they not only love working with children, but also enjoy developing these skills in a nurturing and non-competitive environment!
In our K-2nd program, the primary focus is body movement with the ball. Your child will be introduced to juggling, concepts of teammates and teamwork, and other skill-building activities that work on dribbling techniques, shooting, turning with the ball, defending, and other moves that promote confidence with the ball. *Each child will receive a Super Soccer Stars Medal at the end of the season.
Communication: Each week, you’ll receive an email outlining what your child is learning in class, including the specific skills they’re focusing on. We encourage you to use this as a conversation starter to ask your child about their day. Additionally, we use a platform called Homeroom, where coaches share photos and videos from class throughout the season.
Returning players: At Soccer Stars, one of core philosophies (aside from having fun), is repetition, repetition, repetition. The way to get better at soccer is through consistent practice! Our coaches do a great job tailoring the soccer curriculum to your child and their class to ensure everyone is learning at their own speed and getting the most out of the class.
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