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 2012
San Luis Obispo Cuesta College Campus
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Since online
registration is currently unavailable,
College for Kids
Registration will be accepted by phone
Call (805) 546-3132 to enroll
Mail, Fax & Walk-In Registration also accepted
Sessions I & II
Course
Descriptions
Sessions I & II Parent Orientation
Wednesday, June 13th, 6-7pm in Science Forum Room #2401
(Click on highlighted
instructor names to read their biography)
HOME ROOM
Home Room
(Grades 5/9)
- (AM 1 hr or PM 2.5 hrs)
Staff: AM
Staff
PM Staff
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. Before or after College for Kids,
students can read books, do crafts, play games or cards,
watch movies, do homework, or just hang out with friends...
in a structured, supervised environment.
Pay by the 3 week session
or by the hour.
Fee: $25 Morning per session; $75 Evening per session;
or $3 per hour
ARTS &
CRAFTS
Be
a Heroic Author/Illustrator!
Storytelling Using Words & Pictures
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Barbara Hoffman
Room
To Be Announced
(Session I only,
1-1:50pm)
Do you love
Captain Underpants? Spiderman? Sponge Bob? The Powerpuff
Girls? Develop your own heroes and tell their stories with
words and pictures! In this workshop you will learn
everything you need to know to write and illustrate the
world’s best comic or storybook about a character you
invent! Each participant will develop a short publication
that tells a story integrating graphics and text. Individual
workshop sessions will include analyses of various examples
of storytelling using words and pictures, character
development, illustration tools and techniques, developing
the story, and, of course writing and illustrating. At the
end of the course, each student will have a book he/she has
created.
Fee: $85
($75 + $10 materials fee)
Cartooning Intro
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Raymond Mullikin
Room
4730
(Sessions I & II,
1-1:50pm)
This class is a fun way of inspiring
and motivating students in their love of cartoons and
drawing. Students will learn how to create their own
cartoon characters, working in a humorous “Sunday funnies”
style, even if they’ve never drawn before. Students will
learn warm-up and imagination exercises, as well as be able
to draw humorous, simplified faces and figures, cartoon
animals, and more. Students will put everything together in
a portfolio to bring home. Questions? Email the instructor
at
raytoons@yahoo.com
Fee: $80
($75 + $5 materials fee)
Claymation Studio
(Grades 5/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Raymond Mullikin
Room
4730
(Sessions I & II,
10:30am-12:20pm)
Have you ever watched claymation films,
such as “Chicken Run” or “Wallace and Gromit?” This is an
animation class where students explore claymation through
learning to storyboard, building characters and sets, and
working as a team to create a film that will be put on DVD
and mailed to each student. Students will have the option to
bring their creations as well. Questions? Email the
instructor
raytoons@yahoo.com
Fee: $170
($150 + $20 materials fee)
 Fabric
Painting & Collage
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Rebecca Townsend
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 8:30-9:20am)
Combine
your interests in sewing, collage, and painting as we create
images from nature and imagination. You choose how much of
each art form to emphasize in your 2-D wall hanging,
backpack or clothing patch, even a section of an old pair of
jeans! We will review the basics of hand stitch and applique,
layering fabrics and paint to create colorful and highly
textured patterns and images.
Fee: $85
($75 + $10 materials fee)
Hand-Built 3D Sculpture
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Rebecca Townsend
Room
To Be
Announced
(Sessions I & II, 9:30-10:20am)
Craft your own invention or
make a piece of non-representational art. We will make two
or more 3-D sculptures using wood, metal, card board, wire
etc., so both are possible. Work with your hands and
imagination to combine unlikely items while learning about
the principles of balance, repetition and unity.
Fee: $85
($75 + $10 materials fee)
Model
Making & Poster Design
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Barbara Hoffman
Room
4720
(Session I
only, 2-2:50pm)
Design and build three-dimensional
models. Students will learn to work with a variety of media
to create and build models and maps. In addition, they will
learn how to copy and enlarge maps and pictures by hand, and
design and make visually interesting posters. We will
happily accept contributions of newspaper, magazines, and
Styrofoam to be used in model making. Note: While
students are stretching their imaginations they are making
connections between their new skills and making school
projects from scratch.
Fee: $87
($75 + $12 materials fee)
BUSINESS &
FINANCE
Career Exploration
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Janelle LaFond
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II,
8:30-9:20am)
So, what would you
like to do? Come learn about how you see the world, your
interests, your skills and values in a fun, interactive
atmosphere. All students will build a portfolio that
profiles who you are, what you want, where you’re going.
Fee: $90
($75 + $15 materials fee)
Cops,
Crimes & Court
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Sharon Lovelady
Room
To Be
Announced
(Sessions I & II, 8:30-9:20am)
Students will explore
the exciting world of law enforcement and learn about their relationship
with our legal system. Students will learn about the laws related to
their safety: safety outdoors, stranger danger, internet safety, cyber
bullying, school violence, safe driving and home security. Other topics
included are the criminal justice system; police field operations;
community policing and relations; search, seizure and arrest practices;
investigations; and the use and meaning of laws, statutes, rules and
regulations in law enforcement.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Kids in Business - Entrepreneurship
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Juli Loveridge
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 1-1:50pm)
Many kids today are
starting their own businesses. These businesses range from
providing services such as pet sitting and computer repairs,
to selling products. But, what does it really take to start
and operate a business? In this class you will study
successful young entrepreneurs and learn the basics of how
to start your own business. You will be introduced to how
business ideas are created, where the money comes from to
start a business, what legal issues may need to be
considered, the contents of a business plan, and how to
operate a business. Everyone will have fun learning about
entrepreneurship through class activities and games.
Fee: $85
($75 + $10 materials fee)
Super
Sitter
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Victoria Brown
Room
4710
(Sessions I & II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
Looking for a way to make some
money doing something you enjoy? Students will learn
safety and responsibilities of a sitter. Information covered
includes; how to interview for a job, what parents expect,
how to handle an emergency or illness, how to prevent
accidents, how to play with different age children, how to
select safe toys and games, how to diaper and dress infants,
how to feed babies and prepare simple food for children, how
to perform first aid and tips on current pay.
Fee: $90
($75 + $15 materials fee)
COMPUTERS
Beg Digital Photography
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Charlotte Dinunzio
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions
I
& II, 1-2:50pm)
The focus of this
fun, lively and interactive class is to inspire creativity
in picture-taking while learning some great tips on how to
help the students’ pictures stand out from all the
rest. Students will learn to confidently use their cameras
so they can impress family and friends. NOTE:
Students are required to bring their own digital
camera with instruction manual to class. Although a camera
capable of manual control is strongly advised, a general
purpose point and shoot camera will suffice. Experience
Level: Students need to have a basic understanding of their
camera.
Fee: $155 ($150 + $5 materials fee)
Digital
Imaging
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Raquel
Meinke
Room
4740 (Sessions I & II,
8:30-9:20am)
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. Make a
personal photo album upon completion of class.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
PowerPoint Presentations for School (Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Raquel Meinke
Room
4740
(Sessions I & II,
9:30-10:20am)
Learn how to use
Microsoft PowerPoint to deliver great presentations for
school, friends and family. This a computer software program
that is fairly simple to learn, yet serves as an extremely
useful tool to help organize your thoughts and make public
speaking a bit less stressful (honest). In this class you
will learn how to create eye-catching visual presentations
using written text, photos, slide transitions, sounds, and
animations. Plus, you will have the opportunity to present
one of your creations during "The PowerPoint Extravaganza."
At the conclusion of this class you will take-home a USB
drive with your PowerPoint creations. No previous
experience with Microsoft PowerPoint is necessary.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
Web Page Design
(Grades 5/9)
-
(2 hrs)
Instructor:
Alysha Nye
Room
4740 (Sessions
I & II, 1-2:50pm)
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. Recommended: Take
Digital Imaging simultaneously with Web Page Design.
Fee: $160 ($150 + $10 materials fee)
COOKING &
NUTRITION
Bake
& Decorate
(Grades 5/9) -
(2 hrs)
Instructor:
Karen Poland
Room
4720 (Session II
only,
10:30am-12:20pm)
What
fun…learn how to bake and then decorate cakes, cookies and cupcakes
for
family, friends, and special celebrations. Students will learn how to
make frosting and then make flowers, stars and fancy writing to
personalize their baked goods to become their own
“CakeBoss”. Class
will include an opportunity to sell their baked goods.
Fee: $185
($150 + $35 materials fee)
Breads
& Pastries
(Grades 5/9) -
(2 hrs)
Instructor:
Heather Burchmore-Hunter
Room
4750 (Sessions
I & II, 8:30-10:20am)
This unique, hands-on
experience allows students to focus on all aspects of
creating artisan breads and breakfast pastries.
Fee:
$185 ($150 + $35 materials fee)
Cookies,
Cakes & Desserts
(Grades 5/9) -
(2 hrs)
Instructor:
Heather Burchmore-Hunter
Room
4750 (Sessions
I & II, 1-2:50am)
This class will give
students hands-on experience that allows students to prepare
and produce everything to satisfy their sweet tooth.
Fee:
$185 ($150 + $35 materials fee)
Fun, Food & Fitness
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Julie Andrews-Scott
Room
To Be
Announced (Sessions I & II,
9:30-10:20am)
Hands–on activities,
experiments and discussion are used to educate students
about healthy food choices, cultural lifestyles, and
fitness. Stir up some cooking fun with our "Cooking Around
the World". You won't have to pack
your bags to experience a summer cooking adventure. Learn
about different cultures and fun food facts from around the
world while cooking recipes using seasonal, local produce.
After this course, you'll be able to surprise Mom and Dad
with their favorite international dish! Children learn about
the function and care of the digestive and circulatory
systems, understanding the importance of healthy food
choices and fitness as they relate to the overall health of
the body. Food items, equipment and cookbook included.
NOTE: New recipes will be introduced-so students who
enjoyed this class last year might want to consider this
class again.
Fee: $90 ($75 + $15 materials fee)
International
Cuisine: Food Around the World
(Grades 5/9) - (2
hrs)
Instructor:
Heather Burchmore-Hunter
Room
4750 (Sessions I & II,
10:30am-12:20pm)
This class
gives students an opportunity to explore and prepare
traditional and modern interpretations of international
classic cuisine. Includes lecture, demonstration and
preparation of favorite (and obscure) international dishes.
Fee: $185
($150 + $35 materials fee)
LANGUAGES
& CULTURES
Beginning French, Oui!
(Grades
5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Linda Wilson
Room
To Be Announced
(Session I only, 1-1:50pm)
Students will learn words and phrases by hearing and reading
the French language to help them speak with confidence with
friends and family. The teacher will utilize an input-based
storytelling approach with many questions asked to insure
comprehension. French culture, geography, history and
cuisine will all be included.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
Beginning Italian
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Domenico Maceri
Room
To Be Announced
(Session I
only, 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: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Beginning Spanish
(Grades
5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Alice Turpin-Johnson
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 8:30-9:20am)
Students will embark
on a journey across countries and cultures as they learn
Spanish words and phrases within the context of different
cultures! Students will have the chance to engage in
role-playing, create skits, play games, tell stories, and
taste foods from Spanish speaking countries. Students will
gain confidence in their Spanish skills as they practice
speaking in a fun and safe environment. No prior experience
with Spanish is necessary, but students who have some
Spanish background are also welcome. Each student will be
challenged based on their personal ability level.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
French
Culture
(Grades
5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Linda Wilson
Room
To Be Announced
(Session I only, 2-2:50pm)
What is France famous for? Famous places and people of
France is just a small part of what student will be
introduced to. Also included will be the customs,
traditions, fashion, cuisine, and music of France. Having
some knowledge of the French language will be helpful but
not mandatory.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
Italian Culture (Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Domenico Maceri
Room
To Be Announced
(Session I
only, 11:30am-12:20pm)
In this class,
students will be introduced to what makes Italy so
special…the customs, food, traditions, famous people and
places and music will all be explored.
Fee: $85
($75 + $10 materials fee)
Spanish
Culture
(Grades
5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Alice Turpin-Johnson
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 9:30-10:20am)
In this class, the customs, food,
traditions, famous people and places of Spanish speaking
countries will be explored.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
MUSIC/DRAMA
Clowning Around
(Grades 5/6 & 7/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Shawna Volpa
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 1-1:50pm)
Students will learn
how to develop their own inner clown while exploring a
variety of entertainment activities, and funny bits used for
performance. Learning to twist balloon animals, face
painting, work with puppets, and create your own clown
character will be included.
Fee: $80
($75 + $5 materials fee)
Drumming 101
(Grades 5/6 & 7/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Graham Yates
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 1-1:50 & 2-2:50pm)
Students will enjoy learning the basics of how to play drums in this
beginning level drum class. Focus of the class will be having fun while
learning proper techniques and drum fundamentals. Students
will also be introduced to various percussion instruments,
their function and how they are played
played.
Fee: $85
($75 + $10 materials fee)
Glee Club...Live!
(Grades 5/9) -
(2 hrs)
Instructor:
Linda Wilson
Room
7104
(Session I only, 10:30am-12:20pm)
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: $160 ($150 + $10 materials fee)
History of Rock 'N Roll...&
Birth of Pop Culture
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Kris Doe
Room
To Be
Announced
(Sessions I & II, 1-1:50pm)
Students will enjoy
this class filled with music that takes them through a
fascinating musical journey. Through a multi-media
presentation and discussion, students will trace the forces
that have shaped music and gain an understanding of how the
past affects their music today.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Improv
Comedy for Kids
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Shawna Volpa
Room
To Be
Announced
(Sessions I & II, 2-2:50pm)
This class is designed to build confidence,
enhance listening skills, promote teamwork and provide a
wonderful outlet for creativity and freedom of play.
Constructive coaching, warm-up exercises, creative
performance games and short form improvisation scene work
will be the focus. The popular TV show
"Whose Line is it Anyway" is a great example of short form
improv at its finest.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
PHYS ED ACTIVITIES
& FITNESS
(Coed)
Basketball
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Juli Loveridge
New Gym
(Sessions I & II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
Students will learn
sound basketball fundamentals, strategies, and game rules in fun
cooperative activities. NOTE: Students
must wear appropriate footgear that does not have black soles.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Fencing for Kids
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Eric McDonald
Room
To Be
Announced
(Sessions I & II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
Class
will include the basic skills in fencing including body
position, footwork, attacks, right of way, and parries
(defenses). The class will teach fencing as a safe sport and
all students will wear the standard protective gear when
fencing.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Non-Traditional
Games & Field Sports
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Juli Loveridge
(Session I) &
Sheila McGuire
(Session II)
Track/Field (Sessions I, 8:30-9:20am &
Session II, 9:30-10:20am)
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, teamwork and group challenges. Students must be
willing to break from tradition, expand their limits and try
new things.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Soccer
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Juli
Loveridge
Soccer Field
(Sessions I, 9:30-10:20am & Session II, 10:30-11:20am)
Students will focus on basic skill development, strategies, game rules,
positions and fun cooperative activities. Shin guards are required.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Softball
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Sheila McGuire
Softball Field
(Session II only, 8:30-9:20am)
Softball players of
all levels will have fun and benefit from taking this class.
Students will learn basic skill development, strategies,
game rules and fun workout drill.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Swim
Fitness
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Elizabeth Garavatti
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.
Must be able to swim the length of the large pool demonstrating
front crawl with side breathing. 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: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Tennis Skills
(Grades 5/9)
-
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Mike Napoli
Tennis Courts
(Sessions
I & II, 11:30am-12:20pm)
No matter what
level of skill you’re at, you’ll learn something new in this
class. Enjoy fun drills that cover footwork, forehands,
backhands, volleys, overheads, serves and court awareness.
NOTE: Students need to
bring their own racket and must wear non-marking soled
tennis shoes and are advised to bring a water bottle,
sunscreen and a hat or visor.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Volleyball
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Juli Loveridge
(Session I) &
Sheila McGuire
(Session II)
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: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
READING, WRITING &
THINKING (PHILOSOPHY)
Argument
101 (Grades 6/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
AnnE Lorenzen
Room
To Be Announced
(Session I only, 9:30-10:20am)
Students in
this enlightening and entertaining class learn to gather
their thoughts and facts before arguing or "debating" every
little matter with parents or other authority figures. Being
prepared helps resolve issues by acquiring some real,
practical and logical negotiating skills without the risks
of grounding, being sent to one's room, etc. Active
listening skills and real time practice included.
Note: This
class is endorsed by parents of past students.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Creative
Writing
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
Alice Turpin-Johnson
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 10:30-11:20am)
Students will jump
into creative expression as they learn how to write short stories,
poetry, and drama. An emphasis will be placed on descriptive language,
character development, and grammar conventions as students learn
techniques for improving the quality of their written work. Students
will have the opportunity to share their writing with their classmates,
and will create one fully revised written piece each week. All ability
levels are welcome!
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Hogwarts,
Olympians, Titans & More
(Grades 5/9) -
(1 hr)
Instructor:
AnnE Lorenzen
Room
To Be Announced
(Session I only,
10:30-11:20am)
This class
invites students to journey more deeply into Harry's
Story--every year since Summer of 2000, students have
enjoyed discovering just how much of value J.K. Rowling
buried in her series for readers to discover. Geared
toward those who have read the Harry Potter series, even
non-readers who have all the movies (more than once) are
able to engage in lively and fascinating conversations about
Classical Mythology (Greek AND Roman), Philosophy, Latin
root words of importance, etc. For
the first time this year we shall also be looking at and
considering other popular books and series including (but
not limited to) Rick Riordan's series and others. As a
bonus, literary and cinematic critiquing and literacy are
employed in this class.
Fee: $80 ($75 + $5 materials fee)
Magazine
Publisher (Grades
5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Barbara Hoffman
Room
4740
(Session II only, 2-2:50pm)
Students will
plan, develop, write, photograph, illustrate, and put
together magazines. Students may work in groups or as
individuals deciding genre and format of their magazines,
fix the timeline and schedules, create the content, plan and
produce the illustrations/photos, and put it all together.
Class sessions may include mini-lessons on story
construction, brainstorming, writing techniques, revision
and editing, and writing in groups. At the end of the
course, each student will have a copy of a magazine he/she
has created.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
Thrill Writing! Adventure, Horror &
Mystery Writing
Instructor:
Barbara Hoffman
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Room
4740
(Session II only, 1-1:50pm)
Learn to thrill, mystify, and
scare your readers just like your favorite authors do! Grab
your readers’ attention with your very first words and
inspire them to keep turning the pages to find out what
happens next! Students will explore the elements of writing
by writing their own adventure, horror, and mystery tales.
They may write in a variety of genres including short
stories, plays, poetry, chapter books, even novels. Daily
sessions may include mini-lessons on story construction,
brainstorming, writing techniques, revision and editing, and
uninterrupted writing time. Peer editing and instructor
editing will both be applied. The process of writing is
the focus of the class – not the mechanics of writing.
The culmination of the class will be the publication of
collected work in a literary magazine that the students will
title, illustrate, and bind themselves.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
SCIENCE
Astronomy & Mythology
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Karen Poland
Room
To Be Announced
(Session II only,
9:30-10:20am)
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: $80
($75 + $5 materials fee)
Exploring Life on Planet Earth
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Karen Poland
Room
To Be Announced
(Session II only,
1-1:50pm)
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: $80
($75 + $5 materials fee)
Gardening
for Fitness & Fun
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Julie Andrews-Scott
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II,
10:30-11:20am)
This
course provides hands-on skills for the
gardener/agriculturist, while exploring the physical,
scientific, artistic, and cultural dimensions of gardening.
The culture of vegetables and culinary Herbs is introduced
in this course; both organic and inorganic ways of growing
produce are presented with a hands-on experience. Crops are
presented from seedlings and transplants to pest control and
harvesting. Weekly fieldwork will be supplemented with
garden food demonstrations for enjoyment of gardening and
the outdoors.
Fee: $85 ($75 + $10 materials fee)
Green
Sustainability for Kids
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
Rebecca Townsend
Room
To Be Announced
(Sessions I & II, 10:30-11:20am)
Don't
think for a minute that sustainability can't be fun and
inventive all year round! We'll share ideas, eat food cooked
in a solar oven, work to build one, and plan your future
together. We can even cook in our cars! Projects include
seed bombs with discussion of guerilla gardening, attractive
re-usable gift wrap, brainstorm sessions for wind and solar
power, and time in nature.
Fee: $80
($75 + $5 materials fee)
Rockhounding
(Grades 5/9) - (1 hr)
Instructor:
John McCabe
Room
To Be
Announced
(Session II
only, 9:30-10:20am)
Have you wanted to find out about geology, rocks and
fossils? This class will examine the formation of the
geological features, rocks, minerals and fossils unique to
this area. Learn rock identification, fossil types and
lapidary techniques for enhancing the beauty of rocks and
minerals. The hands-on lab will include making a rock
collection, fossil cleaning and rock polishing. Co-sponsored
by the Santa Lucia Rockhounds.
Fee: $80
($75 + $5 materials fee)
SHOP
Basic
Woodworking I
(Grades 5/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Helen Zanoli
Room 4602
(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: $195 ($150 +
$45 materials fee)
Basic
Woodworking II
(Grades 5/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Helen Zanoli
Room 4602
(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: $195 ($150 +
$45 materials fee)
Welding
(Grades 7/9) - (2 hrs)
Instructor:
Staff
Room 4209 (Sessions I
& II, 8:30-10:20am
& 10:30am-12:20pm)
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: $195
($150 + $45 materials fee)
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