Cuesta College Community Programs
(Bldg 4700, San Luis Obispo
Cuesta College Campus on Hwy 1)
PO Box 8106, San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8106
Phone: (805) 546-3132; Fax: (805) 546-3107
Summer 2010
San Luis Obispo Cuesta College Campus
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College for Kids
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because we need
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* * * * * Course Descriptions
(Click on highlighted
instructor names to read their biography)
ART
Art
Exploration (Grades 5/6 & 7/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Margaret
Archuleta
Room 4710
(Sessions I
& II, 9:30-10:20am & 10:30-11:20am)
Learn important visual techniques and drawing “tricks” while
exploring a variety of media, including painting and various art
materials. Develop artistic talent through a variety of assignments that
include shading, color and perspective. This hands-on course is fun,
creative and a little challenging but can get messy, so please
dress appropriately.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Color, Design & Painting Intro (Grades 5/6 & 7/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Adrienne Allebe
Room
7106
(Sessions I
& II, 10:30-11:20am & 11:30am-12:20pm)
This class provides an introduction to composition, color and
acrylic painting. Explore basic design concepts, color theory and painting
techniques through a variety of subjects from imagination as well as from
life. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of artists and ideas from
different time periods. All skill levels welcome.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Drawing from Life (Grades 5/6 & 7/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Adrienne Allebe
Room
7106
(Sessions I
& II, 8:30-9:20am & 9:30-10:20am)
This class
introduces the basic materials and techniques of
drawing. Students will learn how to draw what they
see. Subject matter will include both three-dimensional
objects (still-lifes) and photographs. The basic visual
elements of line, shape, value, texture and color will be
explored through pencil, charcoal, pen and ink wash. In
addition, students will learn about positive and negative
space, proportion, perspective and light logic. These
elements will be presented in an art-historical context with
emphasis on learning how to use a variety of materials and
techniques.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
COMPUTERS
Digital Imaging
(Grades 5/9) - (1
hr)
Instructor:
Heather Burchmore
Room
4740 (Sessions I & II,
10:30-11:20am)
Class covers
digital cameras, scanners and camcorders. Students will learn how to
manipulate and edit photos using PhotoShop, Word, and
Microsoft Publisher. Bring in photos
from home to enlarge or make smaller using the scanner.
Bring in photos
from home to enlarge or make smaller using the scanner. Make a personal
photo album upon completion of class.
Fee: $70 + $10 materials fee = $80
Office
2003 (Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Heather Burchmore
Room
4740 (Sessions
I & II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
Learn different aspects of the Office Professional
package using Word, PowerPoint, and MS Publisher. This
fun class will give
students the preparative edge through the creation of brochures,
greeting cards, calendars and documents. They will
complete a PowerPoint presentation to show to family and friends.
Fee: $70 + $10 materials fee = $80
Web Page Design
(Grades 5/9)
-
(2 hrs)
Instructor:
Heather Burchmore
Room
4740 (Sessions
I & II, 8:30-10:20am)
Students will design their own Web page using MS Word and
Dream Weaver MX. They will learn how to insert graphics, create banners and
links to their favorite sites.
Suggestion: Take Digital Imaging
simultaneously with Web Page Design.
Fee: $145 + $10 materials fee = $155
COOKING & NUTRITION
 Cake
Decorating
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Karen Poland
Room 4750 (Sessions I
& II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
This class is for people who want to
learn how to make frosting and then make flowers, stars and fancy
writing. Class includes decorating cakes, cookies and cupcakes.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Cooking
Fundamentals (Grades 5/9) - (2
hrs)
Instructor:
Heather Burchmore
Room 4750 (Sessions I & II,
1-2:50pm)
This "hands-on" class is an introduction to baking basic breads, preparing
simple after school snacks and delicious desserts.
Dress
appropriately for cooking projects or send apron, t-shirt, etc to cover
clothes.
Fee: $145 + $45 materials fee = $190
Nutrition
(Grades 5/6 & 7/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Geri
Gran
Room 4720 (Sessions I
& II, 8:30-9:20am & 9:30-11:20am)
Good nutrition habits can offset the
national trend of 1 in 3 children are obese. This class has good and
healthy eats and treats that taste good and are good for you. Students
taste new creations and enjoy the flavor of food. Includes food
preparation, health value of ingredients, sharing of recipes and dishes,
as well as guest presentations by local chefs.
Fee: $70 + $10 materials fee = $80
FASHION
Fashion Design
Camp
(Grades 5/6 & 5/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Rhonda
McBride
Room 4710
(Session I only, 10:30-12:20pm & 1-2:50pm)
Come to our creative design camp! Learn
to make a unique tote bag to take to the beach, or anywhere you like to
go for summer fun! Bring an old pair of denims; we will supply the rest!
Model your creation at our closing day fashion show.
Fee: $145 + $5 materials fee = $150
Interior Design
Camp
(Grades 5/6 &
7/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Rhonda
McBride
Room 4720
(Session II
only, 10:30-12:20pm & 1-2:50pm)
Need new accessories to “jazz” up your
room? Create a fabulous throw pillow with fabrics, trims, and paints.
Design a fun, fabric covered frame to hold all you favorite pictures.
Bring one yard of fabric that you like; we’ll supply the rest! Great
class for future interior designers.
Fee: $145 + $5 materials fee = $150
HOME ROOM
Home
Room
(Grades 5/9)
- (1 hr or 2.5 hrs)
Staff:
Kandace Carmichael
Room 4710
(Sessions I & II,
7:30-8:20am or 3-5:30pm)
These Home Room classes
are available for parents who need
to drop their children off before 8:30am or pick them up
after 3pm. In a structured, supervised environment,
students can read books, do crafts, play games or cards,
watch movies, do homework, or just hang out with friends.
Pay by the semester or by the hour.
Fee: $25 Morning per Session; $75 Evening per Session;
or $3 per hour
LANGUAGES
American
Sign Language I
(Grades 5/9 & 7/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Heather Palandoken
Room
4760 (Sessions
I &
II, 8:30-9:20am & 9:30-10:20am)
American Sign Language (ASL) is the
third most-used language in the United States. In this class students
will learn basic conversational vocabulary and grammar (i.e. asking and
answering questions), as well as finger spelling and numbers. Students
will learn about the Deaf Community, play games and establish a
foundation to continue building on these newly learned skills.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
American
Sign Language II
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Heather Palandoken
Room
4760 (Sessions
II, 8:30-9:20am & 9:30-10:20am)
Students will continue to build on
basic conversational vocabulary, grammar, finger spelling, numbers and
culture knowledge in a fund and engaging way.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Beginning Chinese (Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Susan Goya
Room
TBA (Sessions
I & II, 1-1:50pm & 2-2:50pm)
Learn about one of the most fascinating
cultures in the world and gain proficiency in basic conversation.
Learn vocabulary and build communication
skills through participation in a variety of lively activities. No
previous Chinese required.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Beginning
Italian
(Grades 5/6 & 7/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Domenico Maceri
Room
4730 (Session
II
only, 9:30-10:20am & 10:30-11:20am)
Learn practical words and phrases
useful for a trip to Italy and as a basis for further study of Italian.
Italian culture, geography, history and cuisine will be explored.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Beginning Japanese
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Susan Goya
Room
TBA
(Sessions I & II, 1-1:50pm & 2-2:50pm)
Learn about one of the
most fascinating cultures in the world and gain proficiency in basic
conversation. Learn vocabulary and build
communication skills through participation in a variety of lively
activities. No previous Japanese required.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Beginning
Spanish
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Erin Bryan
Room 4730
(Session I only, 9:30-10:20am & 10:30-11:20am)
This class is designed
to have fun while learning Spanish. Basic conversational
Spanish skills, games, activities, and interactive exercises
will be incorporated to help students gain confidence while
enjoying themselves.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
MUSIC
Cuesta
CFK Glee Club
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Colleen Wall
Room
7104 (Sessions
I &
II, 10:30-11:20am)
The CFK Glee Club will
provide students with an opportunity to learn good fundamental vocal
skills and basic musicianship…while having a great time! The class will
focus on preparing a short musical presentation for parents to see when
the session concludes. The presentation will include singing,
choreography and some drama. Parents, you will be amazed to see what
students can learn in such a short time!
Fee: $70 + $10 materials fee = $80
PHYSICAL
ED ACTIVITIES
(Coed)
Intro
to Karate
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Larry Rhodes
Dance Room 1105
(Sessions
I & II, 10:30-11:20am &
11:30am-12:20pm)
Learn the fundamentals of karate in
this introduction to the traditional Japanese system of Koei-Kan
Karate-Do. Students will learn basic blocks, punches, and kicks;
discover grace in movement by learning simple kata, or forms; and will
develop conditioning and coordination while practicing these techniques.
The class will also devote time to self-defense skills, and will include
a weapons and throwing demonstration.
A class
uniform (keikogi) is optional and can be purchased from the instructor
on the first day of class for $20.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Non-Traditional
Games & Field Sports
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Brian
Locher
Track (Sessions I & II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
Students will focus on cooperative games that provide an alternative and
exciting experience from traditional sports. Many activities will focus on
communication, cooperation, team building, trust and group challenges.
Students must be willing to break from tradition, expand their limits and
try new things.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Soccer
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Brian Locher
Soccer Field
(Sessions I & II, 9:30-10:20am)
Students will focus on basic skill development, strategies, game rules,
positions and fun cooperative activities. Shin guards are required.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Swim Fitness
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Terra Lucio
Deep End of the Pool (Sessions I & II, 1-1:50pm & 2-2:50pm)
Experience new and fun ways to exercise in the pool. Guided techniques
of aqua aerobics designed to increase conditioning will be provided in the
one or two hour class. Youth participating in this activity
must
be a level 4 swimmer or above and confident in deep water. Children
can sign up for more than one class. This class meets in the
deep
end of the main pool.
Pool Closures are possible. Although we try to avoid this, because of
the tight schedule, make-ups are not possible. Your class fee reflects
this possibility. No refunds for pool closures
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Track & Field
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructors:
Brian Locher
Track
(Sessions I & II, 8:30-9:20am)
Run the super
mile. Sprint the 40 yard dash. Long jump into a sand pit and
softball throw your farthest. Students will develop their
athletic ability in a variety of track and field events
while also testing their natural talents. Join this modern
and exiting class intended to help build cooperation and
critical thinking skills while also creating a healthy forum
for fun competition.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Volleyball
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Brian Locher
Sand Volleyball Courts (Sessions I
& II, 10:30-11:20am)
This outdoor class is provided on sand
courts. Instruction includes basic skill development, strategies, game
rules and fun cooperative activities.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
READING,
WRITING & THINKING (PHILOSOPHY)
Argument
101.5
(Grades 6/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
AnnE
Lorenzen
Room
TBA
(Session I only, 9:30-10:20am & 10:30-11:20am)
This class is for previous
Argument 101 attendees and for first timers who are in want to learn how
to argue with parents and/or other authority figures in their lives
without the risks of grounding, being sent to one's room, etc. Bring
your top issues to be resolved and we will work on acquiring some real,
practical, and logical negotiating skills. Tons of fun if previous
years' attendees are to be believed!
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Creative Writing
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Margaret
Archuleta
Room 4730 (Sessions
I & II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
Students will enjoy creating, improving and sharing many story line
ideas and forums. This creative and imaginative writing course will
emphasize correct grammar and techniques for devising story line and plot
development.
The class concentrates on developing the student's creative outlet
through correct sentence structure and a weekly short story.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Harry Potter
Free-for-All
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
AnnE
Lorenzen
Room
TBA
(Session
I only, 8:30-9:20pm)
This is the 10th Anniversary class
for our Potter fans!" If you have read the books and are
looking forward to the next movie(s), and if you are pretty
sure that you know all there is to know, then this class is
for you! The most die-hard fans will enjoy, be entertained
by, and discover new elements to the beloved Harry Potter
series. Rick Riordan may tell a good story but Percy Jackson
is no Harry Potter and we'll talk about THAT, too. To
truly get the most from this class, students are encouraged
strongly to read the books--at least three or four--before
the class. Not required but suggested.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
It's Showtime
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Geri
Gran
Room
4760 (Sessions I & II,
10:30-11:20am & 11:30am-12:20pm)
Creating a critical eye for film makes
going to the movies an exciting, educational experience.
Students will learn what makes the story work, how contrasts
are used to keep the audience interested and how feelings
are manipulated. Students will learn about the world around
us through appropriate classic and contemporary films.
Films to be reviewed: The Bridge to Terabithia
(PG), Duma (PG), Whale Rider (PG-13), The Black Stallion
(G), To Kill a Mocking Bird (NR), Rabbit-Proof Fence (PG),
and Into the West (NR).
Print or View Flyer with Movie
Descriptions.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Mr.
Tolkien & Mr. Lewis
(7/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
AnnE
Lorenzen
Room
TBA (Session
I only, 11:30am-12:20pm)
How a World War and a deep friendship
contributed to the amazing stories of MiddleEarth and Narnia.
This class is for those students who have read The Lord of
the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia--or have at
least listened to the audio books (parental reading
counts, too). Students who have experienced AnnE's Harry
Potter classes would enjoy this new offering.
Fee: $70
+ $5 materials fee = $75
SCIENCE &
MATH
Astrology & Mythology (Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Karen Poland
Room
TBA (Sessions I
& II,
10:30-11:20am)
In this class students will learn
our solar system and beyond in week 1; study Native American
Constellations and mythology with a focus on stories of our local
tribe-the Chumash in week 2; and, finish with Greek Constellations and
mythology.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Exploring Life on Planet
Earth (Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Karen Poland
Room
TBA (Sessions I
& II,
1-1:50pm & 2-2:50pm)
Around the world in three weeks!
Students will learn about marine mammals, fish, kelp, and squid
dissections in week 1; study native animals to the Central Coast such as
birds, reptiles, amphibians and insects in week 2; and, finish in the
last week exploring soil, geology, soil science and communities.
Fee: $70 + $5 materials fee = $75
Exploring
Your Green World (Grades 5/9) -
(2 hrs)
Instructor:
TBA
Room
TBA (Sessions I
& II,
8:30-10:20am)
Description coming
Fee: FREE
SHOP
Basic
Woodworking I
(Grades 5/9)
- (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Helen Zanoli
Room 4201 (Sessions I
& II, 8:30-10:20am & 10:30am-12:20pm)
This class will present the application
of power and hand tools to the mills and cabinet trade and is designed
to accommodate all levels of experience. Students will also examine
types of woods, deal with methods of fastening, types of joints and will
emphasize general power tools such as table saw, sander, chop saw and
planer. Safety is taught and re-emphasized daily and techniques will be
developed so safety becomes second nature.
Fee: $145 + $45 materials fee = $190
Basic
Woodworking II
(Grades 5/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Helen Zanoli
Room 4201 (Sessions I
& II, 1-2:50pm)
This class allows students who have
taken Basic Woodworking I more time using power and hand tools to the
mills and cabinet trade while making different projects. Safety will
continue to be taught and re-emphasized daily and techniques will be
developed so safety becomes second nature
Fee: $145 + $45 materials fee = $190
Welding
(Grades 7/9)
- (2 hrs)
Room 4209
Instructors:
Rob Thoresen
(Session 1) &
Tim Fay (Session II)
(Session I, 8:30-10:20am & 10:30am-12:20pm;
Session II, 8:30-9:20 am)
Weld steel with an electric arc that is 10,000 degrees hot! This class
provides students with an opportunity to practice and develop skills in
short arc welding of sheet steels. Topics include safety, physics of
welding and metalworking. Personal safety glasses, welding gloves and
supplies included. Dress code for safety: long pants (can change at shop),
long sleeve shirt and enclosed shoes (tennis shoes OK - no sandals).
Mandatory attendance
first day of class due to safety issues.
Fee: $145 + $45 materials fee = $190
Welding,
Advanced
(7/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Tim Fay
Room 4209
(Session II only, 10:30am-12:20pm)
Pick up where you left off in welding and explore more
welding processes. Explore stick welding and oxy-fuel processes. Design
and build a windmill using your creativity with sheet metal and plate
steel. Mandatory attendance first day of class due to safety issues.
Dress code for safety: long pants (can change at shop), long sleeve shirt,
and enclosed shoes (tennis shoes OK - no sandals).
**Prerequisite: Welding.
Fee: $145 + $45 materials fee =
$190
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