Kolb Elementary School
We are offering a dynamic selection of courses available from TK through to 5th Grade.
Hello Kolb Families!!!!
We are offering a dynamic selection of courses available from TK through to 5th Grade. Below is the list of courses we are offering at Kolb Elementary.
MONDAY Classes
Hola Amigos: Spanish for Beginners For Grades 1-5 🎉
MONDAY
Dates: 12/01/2025 - 03/02/2026
Day & Time: MONDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, 19 Jan - MLK, 16 Feb - President\\\'s Day, 9 March - Early release
Early Bird End Date:11/17/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $265.00
Regular Price: $285.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Monday - Dec 1, 8, 15 | Jan 12, 26 | Feb 2,9, 23 | Mar 2
Hola Amigos! is a vibrant program designed to spark a lifelong love for Spanish in young learners. It inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and creates a fun, supportive space where children can explore a new language with joy and creativity.
Through engaging, hands-on activities, students strengthen their reading comprehension by connecting vocabulary to meaning, recognizing sentence structures, and understanding simple Spanish texts. Each week introduces exciting, themed lessons that make learning relevant and enjoyable. By reinforcing vocabulary, sentence patterns, and comprehension skills, students gain a deeper grasp of Spanish while expressing themselves in fun, imaginative ways.
Enroll today and let the Spanish adventure begin! 🌍🗺️
Note: Parents receive regular updates, while students enjoy prizes and earn certificates at the end of the semester.
Innovative Writing: Motion and Matter For Grades 1-5
MONDAY
Dates: 12/01/2025 - 03/02/2026
Day & Time: MONDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, 19 Jan - MLK, 16 Feb - President\'s Day, 9 March - Early release
Early Bird End Date:11/17/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $265.00
Regular Price: $285.00
9 sessions x 67 minute classes
Monday - Dec 1, 8, 15 | Jan 12, 26 | Feb 2,9, 23 | Mar 2
In this exciting writing and STEM course, young learners discover the thrill of science while strengthening core writing skills. From chemical reactions and aerodynamics to bubbles, balloons, and catapults, each “WOW! Moment” experiment sparks curiosity and inspires expressive writing.
Through hands-on activities, guided reflection, and interactive discussions, students practice descriptive, explanatory, and creative writing while connecting science to their own perspectives. Lessons blend STEM exploration with writing fluency, helping students build confidence in communicating complex ideas clearly. By the end of the course, students will have a collection of written reflections, stronger academic foundations, and greater confidence in expressing their ideas.
✍️Spark curiosity, creativity, and communication—Enroll today!
Note: Parents receive regular updates, while students enjoy prizes and earn certificates at the end of the semester.
Robotic Engineering for Young Innovators
MONDAY
Dates: 12/01/2025 - 03/02/2026
Day & Time: MONDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, 19 Jan - MLK, 16 Feb - President\'s Day, 9 March - Early release
Early Bird End Date:11/17/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $245.00
Regular Price: $265.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Monday - Dec 1, 8, 15 | Jan 12, 26 | Feb 2,9, 23 | Mar 2
Get ready to build, code, and create! In this exciting after-school LEGO® Robotics enrichment class, students will explore the world of engineering and technology through hands-on model building and fun, interactive programming using Scratch.
Students will be introduced to motors, gears, pulleys, and sensors as they learn how machines work and bring their robots to life. Both beginners and returning students are welcome. Participants will be grouped by experience level on the first day so everyone can learn and grow at their own pace.
Through teamwork and creative problem-solving, students will design and program robots to complete a variety of challenges. The session will conclude with a final project presentation where students can proudly showcase their robotic creations and newly learned skills!
Soccer Stars Afterschool Club with DPIE ⚽ Grades 3-5
MONDAY
Dates: 12/01/2025 - 03/02/2026
Day & Time: MONDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: FIELD
Instructor: Contra Costa Soccer - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, 19 Jan - MLK, 16 Feb - President\\\'s Day, 9 March - Early release
Early Bird End Date:11/17/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $255.00
Regular Price: $255.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Monday - Dec 1, 8, 15 | Jan 12, 26 | Feb 2,9, 23 | Mar 2
Join us this Winter for Super Soccer Stars! Whether your child is new to soccer or building on existing skills, this program offers the perfect mix of learning, play, and personal growth.
At Soccer Stars, kids do more than learn the game—they fall in love with it. Our experienced coaches create a fun and supportive environment where players develop real soccer skills, make friends, and build confidence that extends beyond the field.
Why Soccer Stars?
• Age-Appropriate Groups: K–2nd and 3rd–5th grade groups for targeted instruction
• Low Ratios: Max 10:1 player-to-coach ensures personal attention
• Expert Coaches: Trained in both soccer and child development to keep kids engaged and growing
• Skill Progression: Builds fundamentals, agility, teamwork, and game awareness through fun drills and play
• Kids Love It: Our focus on progress, not perfection, keeps kids coming back season after season
On the final day of class, we’ll host an exciting Soccer Stars Jamboree where families are invited to cheer on their child during a friendly game. Each player will receive a medal and certificate to celebrate their hard work, progress, and sportsmanship throughout the season.
Spots fill quickly—don’t miss out!
Soccer Stars Afterschool Club with DPIE ⚽ Grades K-2
MONDAY
Dates: 12/01/2025 - 03/02/2026
Day & Time: MONDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:12 PM
Grades: K to 2nd
Classroom: FIELD
Instructor: Contra Costa Soccer - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, 19 Jan - MLK, 16 Feb - President\\\'s Day, 9 March - Early release
Early Bird End Date:11/17/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $255.00
Regular Price: $275.00
9 sessions x 67 minutes
Monday - Dec 1, 8, 15 | Jan 12, 26 | Feb 2,9, 23 | Mar 2
Join us this Winter for Super Soccer Stars!! Whether your child is new to soccer or building on existing skills, this program offers the perfect mix of learning, play, and personal growth.
At Soccer Stars, kids do more than learn the game—they fall in love with it. Our experienced coaches create a fun and supportive environment where players develop real soccer skills, make friends, and build confidence that extends beyond the field.
Why Soccer Stars?
• Age-Appropriate Groups: K–2nd and 3rd–5th grade groups for targeted instruction
• Low Ratios: Max 10:1 player-to-coach ensures personal attention
• Expert Coaches: Trained in both soccer and child development to keep kids engaged and growing
• Skill Progression: Builds fundamentals, agility, teamwork, and game awareness through fun drills and play
• Kids Love It: Our focus on progress, not perfection, keeps kids coming back season after season
On the final day of class, we’ll host an exciting Soccer Stars Jamboree where families are invited to cheer on their child during a friendly game. Each player will receive a medal and certificate to celebrate their hard work, progress, and sportsmanship throughout the season.
Spots fill quickly—don’t miss out!
TUESDAY Classes
AI and Python for Young Minds 90 mins
TUESDAY
Dates: 12/02/2025 - 02/24/2026
Day & Time: TUESDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:35 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, Early Release 17 Feb, Early Release - 10 March
Early Bird End Date:11/18/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $380.00
Regular Price: $400.00
10 sessions x 90 minute classes
Tuesday - Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24
Step into the future of technology and innovation! This exciting, beginner-friendly class introduces students to the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Python programming through fun, hands-on projects. Students will learn how computers “think,” recognize patterns, make decisions, and solve problems—building a strong foundation in both computational thinking and creative coding.
Using Python’s simple, easy-to-understand language, students will code interactive programs, puzzles, and games while exploring how AI powers the world around them—from chatbots to smart devices. Along the way, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of AI logic—how machines learn, adapt, and make predictions—and how these same skills can sharpen their own logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Through engaging lessons and creative challenges, students will:
🧠 Explore AI Fundamentals – Understand how machines use data, logic, and algorithms to “learn” and make decisions.
💡 Develop Computational Thinking – Strengthen logical reasoning, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills.
🎨 Create with Code – Use Python to design fun, interactive projects that blend art, sound, and animation.
⚖️ Think Ethically – Discuss real-world examples of AI bias, fairness, and responsible innovation.
🚀 Build Confidence & Future-Ready Skills – Prepare for a world where coding, creativity, and AI literacy go hand in hand.
Whether your student is new to coding or eager to explore how AI shapes our world, this class will spark curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning through technology!
Chinese for Young learners: Beginner and Intermediate
TUESDAY
Dates: 12/02/2025 - 02/24/2026
Day & Time: TUESDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: K to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Joyful Thoughts - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break | Early Release 17 Feb | Early Release - 10 March
Early Bird End Date:11/18/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Tuesday - Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24
Our course is specially designed for elementary students (ages 5-11) who want to build practical Mandarin skills in a lively, engaging environment. The curriculum focuses on real-life communication, essential reading, and introductory writing skills. Through games, hands-on activities, group projects, and creative tasks, students will learn Mandarin in a natural and meaningful way.
Key Features:
- Instruction in Mandarin using simplified Chinese characters.
- Curriculum aligned with YCT (Youth Chinese Test) and HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) standards.
- Beginner Levels (1–2): Bilingual teaching supports new learners in building strong speaking and listening skills through everyday conversation practice.
- Intermediate Levels (3–4): Immersion-based instruction helps students improve reading comprehension and develop basic Chinese handwriting while strengthening spoken Mandarin.
What Makes Our Curriculum Special:
- Fun & Interactive Learning - Our lessons are age-appropriate, hands-on, and designed to keep students engaged while building confidence in using Mandarin.
- Content-Based Language Acquisition - We go beyond traditional drills by using a content-rich approach where language is learned through context—making learning natural and relevant.
- Fresh, Dynamic Topics Every Semester - Each semester introduces new, exciting themes that reflect the seasons, environment, and students’ interests—ensuring every session feels fresh and never repetitive.
- Cross-Disciplinary Learning - Students explore Mandarin through real-world topics including social science, STEAM, and daily life scenarios, helping them connect language to the world around them.
- Progressive Language Skill Development - Students develop all four core language skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—through a level-based, gradually expanding curriculum tailored to their proficiency and learning stage.
Welcome Back, Former Students: We are proud to have many students return season after season. Each term offers brand-new content that builds on prior learning—keeping your child’s Mandarin journey exciting, enriching, and always moving forward.
Creating Crafts Thru Canva
TUESDAY
Dates: 12/02/2025 - 02/03/2026
Day & Time: TUESDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:20 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: ROOM: J3
Instructor: Kara Burrell, 4th Grade Kolb Teacher
Excluded Date: Winter Break, Early Release 17 Feb, Early Release - 10 March
Early Bird End Date:11/18/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $250.00
Regular Price: $270.00
8 sessions x 75 minute classes
Tuesday - Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 | Feb 3
Kids will have fun creating, collaborating, designing and publishing through the graphic design tool Canva! Your child will learn to apply artistic skills, utilize photo editing skills, and create their own unique creations from Canva's custom fonts, frames, icons, and design elements.
Unique features to this course include take-home projects your child creates within Canva. Each a project your child will choice from a menu board (total of 4) which could include projects like a t-shirt, water tumbler, puzzle, pencil pouch, and more!
Each child will build graphic design skills, confidence in themselves as designers, artists and creators, and have fun creating something truly unique to call their own! Don’t miss out on the fun of creating your own products.
Skills learned in this class can further be applied to enhance student presentations, video and classroom assignments within the classroom, collaboration, graphic design.
NEW!! Bollywood Dance Class
TUESDAY
Dates: 12/02/2025 - 02/24/2026
Day & Time: TUESDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Bollywood dance - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, Early Release 17 Feb, Early Release - 10 March
Early Bird End Date:11/18/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Tuesday - Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24
Our classes are a fun-filled introduction to beginner and intermediate Bollywood dance for students including foundational movements, fundamental techniques, hand gestures, rhythmic patterns and communicative expressions. Students will learn dance routines choreographed to snippets of popular Bollywood songs as well as some Koliwood and Tollywood songs from South Indian Cinema.
The classes by BollyNaach will also strengthen individual coordination and rhythmic skills through various exercises and drills. Additionally, students will develop a vocabulary of common Bollywood dance moves that they can string together to create their own unique dance. This dance class will provide excellent exposure to students on many different dance styles as Bollywood has become a melting pot of many popular traditional and western dance styles.
BollyNaach is excited and passionate about sharing the culture, versatility, glamor and magic of Bollywood Dance with the students!
NEW!! Spy School: STEM, Secrets, and Solving Cases For Grades 1-5🕵️ ♂✨
TUESDAY
Dates: 12/02/2025 - 02/24/2026
Day & Time: TUESDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break, Early Release 17 Feb, Early Release - 10 March
Early Bird End Date:11/18/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $265.00
Regular Price: $285.00
10 sessions x 60 minute classes
Tuesday - Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24
Spy School is where curiosity meets creativity! In this action-packed after-school program, young agents are invited to step into the fascinating world of spy craft. Perfect for budding detectives and curious minds, Spy School helps children build STEM knowledge, problem-solving skills, and confidence while having fun.
Each week, students will learn real-life spy skills such as code-breaking, disguise design, and secret communication. They’ll conduct hands-on science experiments inspired by the tools and techniques of famous spies and even build their own spy gadgets using everyday materials. Working both independently and in teams, young agents will put their new skills to the test as they crack mysterious “cases” and take on exciting challenges. Spy School blends science, creativity, and teamwork into an unforgettable adventure.
Enroll today and let your child’s spy mission begin!🕵️ ♂️🔎
Note: Parents receive regular updates, while students enjoy prizes and earn certificates at the end of the semester.
STEM Makers & Engineering Adventures 🔧✨
TUESDAY
Dates: 12/02/2025 - 03/03/2026
Day & Time: TUESDAY , 03:05 PM - 04:05 PM
Grades: 2nd to 5th
Classroom: ROOM: J2
Instructor: Allison Tomcik, Kolb 3rd Grade Teacher
Excluded Date: Winter Break, Early Release 17 Feb, Early Release - 10 March
Early Bird End Date:11/18/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $230.00
Regular Price: $250.00
10 sessions x 60 minute classes
Tuesday - Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 24 | Mar 3
(No class on Feb 10th as Ms Tomcik has Training)
Does your child love building, inventing, and hands-on challenges? STEM Makers & Engineering Adventures is the perfect class to unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills!
In this interactive program, students will:
• Tackle exciting STEM challenges individually and in teams
• Explore engineering concepts through fun, hands-on projects
• Design and create their own inventions in a maker space environment
• Use a wide variety of materials to bring their ideas to life
This class is all about imagination, innovation, and teamwork, helping students build confidence while learning to overcome challenges creatively. From designing bridges to inventing gadgets, your child will think like an engineer and create like a maker every session.
WEDNESDAY Classes
Cafe Art: Art From the Heart ❤️🎨
WEDNESDAY
Dates: 12/03/2025 - 02/11/2026
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:20 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Jean Wright - Cafe Art
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/19/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $250.00
Regular Price: $270.00
8 sessions x 75 minutes
Wednesday - Dec 3, 10 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11
Get ready to spread joy this season with gifts made straight from the heart! In this creative 8-week after-school class, students will design and craft unique handmade presents for family and friends. Each week, they’ll explore different art forms — from beading and shrinky dinks to paper folding, card-making, and decorative wrapping — learning how to turn simple materials into thoughtful treasures.
Students will enjoy a special ceramics week, painting and glazing their own keepsake piece that will be kiln-fired for a beautiful, lasting finish. Along the way, they’ll practice important skills like fine motor coordination, creativity, patience, and attention to detail, while learning how to make gifts that show care and thoughtfulness.
By the end of the session, every student will have a collection of handmade creations — each wrapped and ready to give — that truly come from the heart. 💝
A materials fee of $20 is included in the price.
Confident Communicators: Public Speaking & Writing
WEDNESDAY
Dates: 12/03/2025 - 02/11/2026
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:20 PM
Grades: 2nd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Gurus Education Instructors – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/19/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $255.00
Regular Price: $275.00
8 sessions x 75 minutes
Wednesday - Dec 3, 10 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11
A confident speaker is seen as credible, knowledgeable, and persuasive. This course helps students overcome public speaking anxiety, express their ideas clearly, and write effectively through a simple 6-step program.
Students will:
• Develop Strong Communication Skills – Speak with confidence, structure ideas logically, and present effectively to an audience.
• Master Writing Across Formats – Learn persuasive, narrative, descriptive, and other writing styles to express ideas clearly and creatively.
• Build Critical Thinking & Reasoning – Support opinions with evidence, make strong arguments, and analyze thought-provoking topics.
• Enhance Confidence & Self-Esteem – Gain comfort in sharing ideas publicly and trusting their voice.
• Learn Organization & Clarity – Formulate thoughts with concise structure, improving both speaking and writing skills.
By the end of this course, students will be prepared to speak and write with confidence, think critically, and succeed academically and socially.
Creatif - Paint the Elements of Nature
WEDNESDAY
Dates: 12/03/2025 - 02/11/2026
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:20 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Creatif Art Instructor - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/19/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
8 sessions x 75 minutes
Wednesday - Dec 3, 10 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11
Get ready for an exciting 8-week painting adventure where young artists explore the magic of nature through art! From shimmering water and towering trees to fluffy clouds and glowing sunsets, each week introduces a new natural element and a key art skill—like color mixing, brush control, value, and perspective. Kids will create vibrant paintings every class as they build confidence and technique, all while having fun with creative expression. The session wraps up with a beautiful final masterpiece that brings together everything they've learned—a colorful celebration of nature, creativity, and growth. Don’t miss this chance to inspire your child’s inner artist!
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
• Week 1 - Monochromatic landscape
• Week 2 - Color Theory
• Week 3 - Perspective
• Week 4 - Tree
• Week 5 - Sky
• Week 6 - Water
• Week 7 - Light and Shadow
• Week 8 - Final Project
Please note that project selections and their sequence may be adjusted at the instructor’s discretion to best support the learning experience. All supplies including apron/smock will be provided to the students.
Mini-Game Builders with Lando 90 mins
WEDNESDAY
Dates: 12/03/2025 - 02/25/2026
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 3rd
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Lando - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/19/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $360.00
Regular Price: $380.00
10 sessions x 90 minutes
Wednesday - Dec 3, 10 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 18, 25
Code multi-level mini-games every class—maze racers, platformers, pet simulators—then level up with new coding ideas daily. You’ll use Lando’s Scratch-based app on an iPad, so teachers guide just-right quests—no one gets stuck or bored. Playtest with friends—can they beat it?—and get a link to keep coding at home.
Receive challenge reports after each class explaining core learnings and a play link to your student’s game (plus the Scratch code) so family can try it at home.
Example Classes this Session:
• Reef Runner: Start with a simple collect-and-avoid game, then add shells to score and gentle hazards to dodge—learn how to code controls, events, and if-then checks.
• Jelly Jumper: First code a sprite that jumps between platforms, then level up with moving platforms and coins—driven by a gravity loop and a simple coin-counter state.
• Cleanup Quest: Catch trash, dodge fish, then increase spawn rates—all while learning conditionals, randomness, and timers.
Class Structure:
• Introductory game: Class starts with a quick, whole-group game to reinforce the day’s concept.
• Kickoff project: Students begin from the same starter project while teachers explain the goal; after each level, they can play a 30-second example for inspiration.
• Coding level-ups: Add levels (timer, score, lives, power-ups, enemy behavior) to deepen the day’s lesson and make a game friends actually want to play.
• Creative level-ups: Personalize with unlocked sprites, backgrounds, and sounds—while keeping it playable.
• Team collaboration: As kids progress, they’re encouraged to swap with classmates to playtest their games and integrate peer feedback.
Skills & Take-aways:
- Learn core computer-science ideas like sequencing, events, loops, conditionals, variables, collisions, timers, and simple state in Scratch
- Students learn a game design process, from defining a clear goal, building a simple first version, playtesting with peers, and rebuilding from feedback.
Awards and Accreditations:
- Lando is a WASC-accredited program with multiple awards—like STEM.org Best in STEM, Academics’ Choice, Parents’ Picks, and more.
- We are ESSA Tier IV certified through academic partnerships with Leanlab and Northwestern, affirming measurable learning outcomes for our classes.
Safety and Communication:
- You’ll receive sign-in/sign-out texts to know your game designer is safe.
- A local coordinator is reachable by text during class for urgent needs or via email for feedback on how we can help your kid thrive.
- iPads run our Scratch-based app on local Wi-Fi (no web browsing, games, or other applications).
National Science Bowl: Experiment, Learn, and Compete!
WEDNESDAY
Dates: 12/03/2025 - 02/25/2026
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 2nd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/19/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $270.00
Regular Price: $290.00
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Wednesday - Dec 3, 10 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 18, 25
Get ready to dive into the exciting world of science with our National Science Bowl® prep class! Managed by the U.S. Department of Energy, this nationwide competition challenges students with a fast-paced, thrilling question-and-answer format covering biology, chemistry, physics, Earth science, energy, and math.
In this hands-on class, students will explore key scientific concepts through experiments, gaining a deeper understanding of the scientific process. Each session begins with an engaging lesson, followed by hands-on experiments where students will develop hypotheses, conduct investigations, record observations, and analyze results in their lab notebooks. The class wraps up with an interactive quiz to reinforce learning in a fun and competitive way.
Our program is designed to ignite a passion for science while building critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Through mock challenges, expert coaching, and interactive practice sessions, students will gain the confidence and knowledge to excel in one of the nation’s most prestigious science competitions!
A $25 materials fee is included in the Tuition fee.
Reading Comprehension and Writing Strategies: Informational Text For Grades 1-5📝✨
WEDNESDAY
Dates: 12/03/2025 - 02/25/2026
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/19/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $265.00
Regular Price: $285.00
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Wednesday - Dec 3, 10 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 18. 25
In this program, students explore through California’s land, people, nature, and innovations while building strong informational reading and writing skills. Using engaging texts, they practice text features, main idea, comparing sources, vocabulary, and analyzing an author’s purpose.
Hands-on projects keep learning exciting—students create fact cards, mini books, compare-contrast paragraphs, and extended projects on California topics of their choice. Collaboration and discussion help deepen understanding while strengthening communication skills. The unit wraps up with a class presentation where students publish and present their informational writing, celebrating their creativity, research, and growing expertise about California.
📚✨ Discover California and strengthen essential skills—Enroll today!
Note: Parents receive regular updates, while students enjoy prizes and earn certificates at the end of the semester.
THURSDAY Classes
Chess Fun for Kids! ♟️
THURSDAY
Dates: 12/04/2025 - 02/26/2026
Day & Time: THURSDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Pacific Chess - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/20/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Thursday - Dec 4, 11 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
Unlock your child’s potential through the power of chess!
Led by the expert instructors of Pacific Chess Academy, this exciting in-person program introduces students in Grades 1–5 to the world’s most strategic and imaginative game. Each session is filled with fun, challenge, and discovery as students learn to think ahead, plan smart moves, and solve problems creatively.
Whether your student is brand new to the game or already knows the basics, our program supports all experience levels — Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Students receive clear instruction, personalized guidance, and plenty of hands-on practice through interactive lessons and friendly matches.
Through chess, kids learn more than just the rules of the game — they build focus, patience, critical thinking, resilience, and confidence that extend far beyond the chessboard. Every move teaches valuable lessons in decision-making, strategic planning, and good sportsmanship.
All chess equipment is provided — just bring curiosity and enthusiasm!
At the end of the session, students can celebrate their progress in a fun, in-person tournament, where every participant is encouraged to shine and show off their growing skills.
Give your child the gift of confidence, creativity, and lifelong learning — all through the fun and challenge of Chess Fun for Kids!
Creatif - Paint Like the Masters!
THURSDAY
Dates: 12/04/2025 - 02/12/2026
Day & Time: THURSDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:20 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Creatif Art Instructor - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/20/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
8 sessions x 75 minute classes
Tuesday - Dec 4, 11 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12
In this exciting 8-week painting class young artists explore the styles of famous painters from around the world. Each week, students will learn about a legendary artist—like Van Gogh, Monet, O’Keeffe, and Kandinsky—and recreate iconic works using kid-friendly painting techniques. While building foundational skills in brushwork, color mixing, and composition, children will also express their own creativity through vibrant, nature-inspired and abstract paintings. By the end of the session, every child will have a beautiful collection of masterpieces—and a deeper appreciation for the art world!
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
• Week 1 - Almond Blossoms - inspired by Van Gogh
• Week 2 - Sunset - Inspired by Monet
• Week 3 - Abstract art - inspired by Kandinsky
• Week 4 - Secret artist - will be revealed during the class
• Week 5 - Bridge - Inspired by Monet
• Week 6 - Flower closeup - inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe
• Week 7 - Secret artist - will be revealed during the class
• Week 8 - Starry Night - Inspired by Van Gogh
Please note that project selections and their sequence may be adjusted at the instructor’s discretion to best support the learning experience. All supplies including apron/smock will be provided to the students.
Hip Hop & Jazz Jam: Dance Fun for Kids
THURSDAY
Dates: 12/04/2025 - 02/26/2026
Day & Time: THURSDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Tippie Toes Dance Instructor - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/20/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Thursday - Dec 4, 11 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
Hip Hop/Jazz dance classes are created especially for children 6-12 years of age. Using popular music the students start learning dances and choreography quickly as well as learning various dance elements. Our version of hip hop/jazz dance is extremely tasteful and clean and our priority is offering age-appropriate material in a fun way!"
Namaste: Hindi for Beginners For Grades 1 - 4
THURSDAY
Dates: 12/04/2025 - 02/26/2026
Day & Time: THURSDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 4th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/20/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $265.00
Regular Price: $285.00
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Thursday - Dec 4, 11 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
This winter, give your child the gift of language in a fun, play-based Hindi class filled with songs, stories, games, and role-play! From the very first session, young learners start speaking everyday words and phrases—greeting others, moving, and talking about things they love, all in Hindi.
Each week, students will build vocabulary around colors, fruits, family, and more through rainbow sheets, puzzles, and quizzes. For older students (Grades 3–4), advanced worksheets and challenges provide extra practice, ensuring they continue to grow their skills while having fun. Tailored for kids growing up in the U.S., the program develops natural spoken Hindi through engaging activities, helping them confidently and happily share conversations with friends and family.
Spark a love for Hindi this winter—Enroll now!✨
Note: Parents receive regular updates, while students enjoy prizes and earn certificates at the end of the semester.
NEW!! Drone Flying Mission and Control 90 mins
THURSDAY
Dates: 12/04/2025 - 02/26/2026
Day & Time: THURSDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Compuchild - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/20/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $380.00
Regular Price: $400.00
10 sessions x 90 mins
Thursday - Dec 4, 11 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
Take flight into the exciting world of coding, robotics, and engineering with programmable drones! In this hands-on after-school enrichment class, students will use beginner-friendly, block-based coding to command their drones to zip around, flash lights, perform aerial flips, and capture sensor data.
As they gain confidence, students will learn to fly autonomously, navigate obstacle courses, and use sensors to interact with their surroundings. They’ll explore real-world flight concepts like gyro sensors, trimming, hovering, and drone movements such as roll, pitch, and yaw.
From coding flight paths to mastering precision landings, this class offers a thrilling way to apply STEM principles in action. Whether your child is new to coding or already has some experience, they’ll build future-ready skills—coding, problem-solving, and teamwork—all while having a blast in a fun, supportive environment.
Super Science: Robots and Nature's Wonders For Grades 1-5 🤖 🔬
THURSDAY
Dates: 12/04/2025 - 02/26/2026
Day & Time: THURSDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break
Early Bird End Date:11/20/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $290.00
Regular Price: $310.00
10 sessions x 60 minutes
Thursday - Dec 4, 11 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
Ignite your child’s curiosity with a hands-on journey through nature and robotics! This exciting program blends STEM, art, and interactive lessons to make science come alive.
In Nature’s Wonders, students explore powerful natural forces—earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, tornadoes, and avalanches—while building creative mini models to take home. In Robotics, they design and build Spin Bots, Brush Bots, Walking Bots, and more, discovering how robot parts, functions, and design work together. By combining creativity with real-world science, students not only strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking but also connect with both the wonders of our planet and the technology of tomorrow.
🤖🌍 Spark imagination, build skills, and explore the future—Enroll today!
Note: Parents receive regular updates, while students enjoy prizes and earn certificates at the end of the semester.
This tuition fee includes $25 materials fee.
FRIDAY Classes
Chess Fun for Kids! ♟️
FRIDAY
Dates: 12/05/2025 - 03/06/2026
Day & Time: FRIDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Pacific Chess - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break & 13 Feb - No School
Early Bird End Date:11/21/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Friday - Dec 5, 12 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20, 27 | Mar 6
Unlock your child’s potential through the power of chess!
Led by the expert instructors of Pacific Chess Academy, this exciting in-person program introduces students in Grades 1–5 to the world’s most strategic and imaginative game. Each session is filled with fun, challenge, and discovery as students learn to think ahead, plan smart moves, and solve problems creatively.
Whether your student is brand new to the game or already knows the basics, our program supports all experience levels — Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Students receive clear instruction, personalized guidance, and plenty of hands-on practice through interactive lessons and friendly matches.
Through chess, kids learn more than just the rules of the game — they build focus, patience, critical thinking, resilience, and confidence that extend far beyond the chessboard. Every move teaches valuable lessons in decision-making, strategic planning, and good sportsmanship.
All chess equipment is provided — just bring curiosity and enthusiasm!
At the end of the session, students can celebrate their progress in a fun, in-person tournament, where every participant is encouraged to shine and show off their growing skills.
Give your child the gift of confidence, creativity, and lifelong learning — all through the fun and challenge of Chess Fun for Kids!
Code to the Future & Robotics
FRIDAY
Dates: 12/05/2025 - 03/06/2026
Day & Time: FRIDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Allison Tomcik, Kolb 3rd Grade Teacher
Excluded Date: Winter Break & 13 Feb - No School
Early Bird End Date:11/21/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $230.00
Regular Price: $250.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Friday - Dec 5, 12 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20, 27 | Mar 6
Get ready to code, build, and create the future! Whether you’re a first-time coder or an experienced programmer, this dynamic class is designed for all skill levels and lets students learn at their own pace.
Students will dive into the world of coding through interactive, block-based programming and progress to JavaScript challenges as their skills grow. Each session blends hands-on, “unplugged” activities with digital learning to strengthen computational thinking and creativity.
Along the way, students will explore algorithms, loops, conditionals, debugging, and binary coding, applying these skills to real-world projects. They’ll also bring code to life by programming Ollie robots and building LEGO robotics sets—combining engineering, logic, and imagination to solve fun challenges.
Working individually, in pairs, and as part of a team, students will develop problem-solving, persistence, and teamwork skills that prepare them for the technology-driven world of tomorrow.
In this class, the only limit is your imagination—code your way into the future!
Creative Electronics: Spark Creativity, One Circuit at a Time! 90 mins
FRIDAY
Dates: 12/05/2025 - 02/27/2026
Day & Time: FRIDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Grades: 2nd to 5th
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TinkerOn Labs - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break & 13 Feb - No School
Early Bird End Date:11/21/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $390.00
Regular Price: $410.00
10 sessions x 90 minutes
Friday - Dec 5, 12 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20, 27 | Mar 6
Calling all young innovators, tinkerers, and future engineers!
Get ready for an electrifying 10-week adventure into the world of electronics—where creativity meets technology and ideas come to life through circuits. Through hands-on experiments, exciting engineering challenges, and fun mini-builds, kids will discover how electricity flows, lights up, moves, and makes sound—all while creating their very own working gadgets!
And the best part? Each topic wraps up with a take-home project your child designs and builds from scratch—something they’ll be excited to share with family and friends!
Our Adventure Map:
Week 1: Introduction to Electronics & Circuitry
- Exploring how circuits work
- Understanding conductors and insulators
Weeks 2 & 3: Building Circuit Foundations
- Learning about different circuit types
- Creating and testing custom designs
Weeks 4 & 5: Motors in Motion
- Exploring how electricity creates movement
- Building fun motion-based projects
Weeks 6 & 7: Sounds of Science
- Discovering how electricity produces sound
- Creating engaging sound-based circuit builds
Week 8: Magnetic Switches
- Exploring magnet-controlled circuits
- Designing interactive switching systems
Weeks 9 & 10: Green Power Circuits
- Experimenting with renewable energy sources
- Creating sustainable circuit projects
The Power of Project-Based Learning
At TinkerOn Labs, we believe kids learn best by doing. Our hands-on approach transforms abstract concepts into real-world creations, helping students connect science and technology to everyday life. By building their own devices, children develop critical thinking, creative problem-solving skills, and a deep sense of accomplishment. We don’t just teach what to learn—we empower kids to explore, invent, and innovate for a lifetime.
A $30 materials fee is included in the tuition fee.
Level-Up LEGO® Robotics with Lando 90 mins
FRIDAY
Dates: 12/05/2025 - 03/06/2026
Day & Time: FRIDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:35 PM
Grades: 1st to 3rd
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Lando - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break & 13 Feb - No School
Early Bird End Date:11/21/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $360.00
Regular Price: $380.00
10 sessions x 90 minutes
Friday - Dec 5, 12 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20, 27 | Mar 6
Build something simple, then turn the dial—faster, stronger, farther. Each class starts with a quick teacher demo, then runs like an arcade of levels built from one daily challenge. Pick from our library of LEGO and Technic parts, test until it works, get teacher advice on why, then team up with friends.
Receive challenge reports after each class explaining core learnings and photos of each of your student’s builds.
Example Classes this Session:
- Weight-Lifting Quad Bot: Students start by building a four-leg robot, then level-up through gear ratios and leg linkages to hoist a small load to build an intuition for torque versus speed and linkages.
- Mini-Crane Lift: Students start by building a simple crane, then level-up through carrying larger weights and weirdly-shaped cargo to build an intuition for how pulleys, rope paths, and torque work.
- Grip-Rolling Alligator: Students start by building a rolling alligator, then level-up through swapping wheels/feet and shifting weight to roll straighter and farther to build an intuition for traction and center of mass.
- Towering Elevator: Students start by building a one-story elevator, then level-up through adding a counterweight and improving stability to move between floors without falling to build an intuition for balance.
Class Structure:
- Kickoff build: Students start with the same simplified build while the teacher explains the mechanism and the day’s goal.
- Engineering level-ups: After the first run, students are given added levels (heavier loads, longer spans, new gear ratios) to build intuition around the core learning.
- Creative level-ups: Students personalize their builds—mini versions, themed scenes, decorations—while keeping the mechanism working.
- Team collaboration: As kids progress, they are also given twists on later challenges that work with multi-student teams.
Skills Developed:
- Learn biomechanical and motorized mechanisms that matter like gears, pulleys and belts, center of mass and stability, and more.
- Students will learn the engineering design thinking process, from defining a clear goal, planning a simple first build, running a fair test and observing results, changing a variable, rebuilding, and explaining why the new version works better.
Awards and Accreditations:
- Lando is a WASC-accredited program with multiple awards—like STEM.org Best in STEM, Academics’ Choice, Parents’ Picks, and more.
- We are ESSA Tier IV certified through academic partnerships with Leanlab and Northwestern, affirming measurable learning outcomes for our classes.
Safety and Communication:
- You’ll receive sign-in/sign-out texts to know your engineer is safe.
- Easily contact us via text or email if you need to contact your student during class or for feedback on how we can help your kid thrive.
NEW!! Crafty Book Club For Grades 1-3📚
FRIDAY
Dates: 12/05/2025 - 03/06/2026
Day & Time: FRIDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: 1st to 3rd
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: TalentNook – [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break & 13 Feb - No School
Early Bird End Date:11/21/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $290.00
Regular Price: $310.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Friday - Dec 5, 12 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20, 27 | Mar 6
Crafty Book Club blends the magic of reading with the creativity of hands-on art. Each week, students dive into a new book through thoughtful discussions, imaginative play, engaging crafts, and simple experiments that make stories come alive. Along the way, they strengthen comprehension, critical thinking, and develop a lifelong love of reading.
In Grades 1–3, children deepen their reading fluency and comprehension while exploring meaningful themes such as identity, empathy, and perspective. Craft projects grow in complexity, encouraging creative problem-solving, narrative expression, and collaboration with classmates. Weekly lesson themes include The Present: Dare to Begin, The Future: Quilt Your Dreams, The Past: Sacred Stories, Choices: The Bad Seed, Friendship, and much more to inspire curiosity and creativity.
Enroll today and let your child’s imagination soar through stories and art!✨
Note: Parents receive regular updates, while students enjoy prizes and earn certificates at the end of the semester.
This tuition fee includes $25 materials fee.
⭐ NEW!! Little Thinkers Chess Club ♟️ - Grades TK, & 1st Grade
FRIDAY
Dates: 12/05/2025 - 03/06/2026
Day & Time: FRIDAY , 02:05 PM - 03:05 PM
Grades: PRE_K to 1st
Classroom: TBA
Instructor: Pacific Chess - [email protected]
Excluded Date: Winter Break & 13 Feb - No School
Early Bird End Date:11/21/2025-11:59 PM
Early Bird Price: $240.00
Regular Price: $260.00
10 sessions x 1 Hour
Friday - Dec 5, 12 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20, 27 | Mar 6
Give your young learner a fun and engaging start to the world of chess — a game that builds focus, patience, and problem-solving skills in the most playful way! This class has been specially designed for TK, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 students to learn through hands-on, age-appropriate lessons filled with games, storytelling, and friendly competition.
Guided by the expert instructors of Pacific Chess Academy, students will explore the basics of chess—how each piece moves, how to plan their next move, and how to think like a little strategist! Each session includes interactive instruction, practice games, and mini tournaments, helping children grow their confidence and concentration while having fun with new friends.
All chess equipment is provided, and every class is designed to keep young minds engaged and excited. At the end of the session, students can show off what they’ve learned in a friendly, in-person tournament where every child receives a trophy and celebrates their progress!
🌟 Why Parents Love Our Chess Program:
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Builds focus, memory, and patience
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Strengthens reading and math readiness
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Boosts creativity and problem-solving
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Encourages perseverance and sportsmanship
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Nurtures confidence through achievement
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Provides a fun, screen-free way to learn and grow!
Let your child discover the joy of thinking ahead, making smart moves, and celebrating small wins — one chess piece at a time!
