Eco Explorers

Use all your senses and explore the natural world around you. Have fun finding and magnifying nature’s smallest creatures, pour plaster casts of animal tracks, and make recycled paper! Discover how birds thrive and solve the mystery of what Mr. Owl ate for lunch and more fun stuff! Instructor: Mad Science

Age Range: 6-11

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• Athena's Architects
  Athena's Architects takes Lego® play to a higher plane, combining architecture, STEM learning, and storytelling. In our engaging environment, children explore structural design, balance, and aesthetics through weekly themes and collaborative projects. Our unique STEM Lego Challenges allow students to illustrate fundamental principles of physics and engineering, while nurturing problem-solving and literacy skills by crafting narratives around their models. Serving all skill levels, Athena's Architects isn't just a class—it's a community encouraging confidence, friendships, and lifelong skills through the creativity of Lego® (more information...)
• Cookies & Canvas
  Embark on a colorful adventure! Whether experienced or curious, our canvas painting class provides growth, learning, and endless fun in painting, and creating together! We believe there is an artist imprisoned in each one of us. You just have to let it out. Our lessons are engaging for ages 5-10, tailored to each child's needs. Our interactive activities foster imagination and love for art. We integrate Art history into our curriculum for deeper understanding of the subject. We create a supportive environment celebrating every child's artistic journey. All necessary Art supplies will be provided. (more information...)
• Dungeons & Dragons
  Our exciting and imaginative program provides a fun and engaging way for students to develop their social, problem-solving, and teamwork skills while exploring the thrilling world of D&D. Dungeon Masters will guide students through a fantastical world filled with monsters, treasure, and challenges, while they work together to overcome obstacles and complete quests, fostering a sense of camaraderie and teamwork that will serve them well in all areas of life. Join us on an epic adventure that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. (more information...)
• Highlands Theater
  Last year we had our wildest confectionary dreams come true with Willy Wonka Jr....this year get ready to be our guest! Get excited to see your favorite Disney characters come to life in the spectacular musical: Beauty and the Beast Jr. Learn to act, sing, and dance all while having fun. Join the theater experience at Highlands! *Mandatory parent meeting on Monday, 1/6 @ 5 pm in the LGI. *Grades 1-5 only. *No class: 1/20, 2/17, 3/31, 4/1, 4/3 M, T, Th 1/6-4/24 2:45-5 pm in LGI *Occasional Wednesdays from 12:20-2:30 (for main characters) *$250 Price lowered thanks to Highlands PTA Sponsorship! Tech Week: 4/21-4/24 (M-Th) *There will be 3 performances held on Friday, April 25th at 7pm, Saturday, April 26th at 2pm and Sunday, April 27th at 2pm. Performances will be held at Highlands Elementary NEW MPR *REGISTERATION IS NOW OPEN AND CLOSES ON 1/8! To register visit: insert web link here or call (650) 341-4251. See attached flyer for more information. *Payment plans available. For scholarship information, please email Mrs. Leonardini at cleonardini@smfcsd.net (more information...)
• Indoor Basketball
  Beginner basketball enthusiasts and future stars, get ready! This 6-week program is designed to dribble, pass, and shoot your way to basketball excellence. We'll kick things off by refining your dribbling and passing skills, establishing a strong foundation for accurate shooting. Following that, we'll focus on footwork to help you navigate the court with the agility and control of a professional point guard. After mastering the fundamentals, we'll elevate your game with advanced strategies and techniques! Prepare for high-energy drills and exhilarating scrimmages! This program is all about building confidence, having a blast, and transforming you into a standout player on the court. (more information...)
• Indoor Soccer
  Indoor soccer, or futsal is like soccer's exciting little cousin, with a higher emphasis on footwork and finesse and less on endurance! We'll equip you with the skills to dominate the court, focusing on mastering ball control with your feet, zipping accurate passes, and unleashing powerful shots. But futsal is more than just goals! We'll also teach teamwork, sportsmanship, and how to be a great teammate on and off the court. So lace up your sneakers, get ready to unleash your inner footwork maestro, and take a shot at futsal! (more information...)
• Jewelry Masters
  Delve into the enchanting world of DIY jewelry creation! From designing and stringing beads to assembling unique bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, young artisans will unleash their creativity and bring their imaginative designs to life. Throughout this hands-on course, participants will learn essential techniques in jewelry making, discovering the magic of combining different shapes, colors, and textures to fashion truly one-of-a-kind pieces. With each creation, children will develop fine motor skills, ignite their artistic talents, and gain a deeper appreciation for the art of adornment. By the end of this course, not only will kids have crafted their own stunning jewelry, but they'll also have cultivated invaluable skills in design, creativity, and self-expression that will continue to sparkle in their future artistic endeavors! (more information...)
• LEGO Spike Prime …
  Join Brick Tech as we design, build, program and test robotics projects with the newest materials that LEGO® has to offer, Spike Prime! All participants will get hands-on learning experience as they are introduced to STEM and programming concepts. Everything will be provided from tablets for programming, Spike Prime Robotics materials (motors, sensors, brain brick), and more LEGO® bricks and pieces than they could ever build! Don't miss this opportunity to get your LEGO® lovers excited about STEM and LEGO® with Spike Prime Robotics from Brick Tech! (more information...)
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• Minecraft Workshop
  Come explore your favorite Minecraft biomes structures and STEM concepts with LEGO®. Build houses and traps to defend against mobs. Build tools, mines, caves to explore and help Steve defeat the ender dragon! Please note there will be no video games played in this workshop. (more information...)
• Paint Party
  We believe in making art both fun and educational. Let your creative juices flow and alleviate your creative dormancy, come, and explore the world of painting with OutOfTheBoxKids. Painting teaches your child to slow down and concentrate. This wonderfully creative Paint Party is perfect for 5–10-year-olds who don't mind getting messy while creating work of art! They will explore canvas paintings to pottery painting in these 6 weeks of creative journey. This is a hands-on class with lots of guidance and support. All the necessary Art supplies will be provided. (more information...)
• Roblox Coding & …
  Bring your game ideas to life in Roblox! We'll guide you through the lifecycle of game development; you'll sketch out an idea, design your game, and complete a finished product! You'll use the Lua programming language to create in Roblox's 3D studio while mastering real-world programming concepts. Whether you're completely new to coding or a designmaster, Roblox's game design engine offers some incredibly fun challenges. We offer a unique and collaborative approach to programming and game design that will allow kids to develop their creativity while fostering an interest in practical skills. PC or Mac Laptop required (chromebooks are not compatible). Rentals can be provided for a $60 fee. (more information...)
• Spring into STEM …
  Celebrate the coming of Spring with Play-Well and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build chirping birds, design blossoming flowers, and take a ride on a paddle boat. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. (more information...)
• Teen Night
  Join Rec Staff on the first Friday of the month for snacks, games, and other activities! Activities vary by month, so be sure to register for your favorites. Registration is not required, but preferred. (more information...)
• Tiny Tigers Martial …
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• Youth Tennis
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