CUSD Community Education

Gadgets & Gizmos LEGO STEM: Teach your LEGO bricks cool new tricks in the LEGO Gizmos and Gadgets after-school club! Use the LEGO we provide along with some extra supplies like marbles, balloons, rubber bands, and more to make exciting projects that are guaranteed to do something cool. Projects will “sail”, “take off”, “fly”, “catapult”, and “race”! All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

At Challenge Island®, we understand that true STEAM Education does not take place in a vacuum – rather, it should touch every corner of the curriculum. We believe that inspiring kids to be Curious and Inquisitive, while gearing them with Global Perspective and 21st Century Skills, prepares them to thrive in today’s complex, interconnected world. We are committed to helping students develop a Growth Mindset and Courage to Take Risks and Make Mistakes. We infuse this core Mission into every Challenge Island Experience. Every semester our Challenge Island® Afterschool Adventures take place on a unique Thematic Island where students visit different Destinations each week. Every weekly destination presents students with a different challenge that uniquely intertwines Project Based Learning-Based Challenges with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math with other core curricular disciplines including ELA, History, Social Studies, Geography, World Cultures, STEM Careers, Social Emotional Learning and Much More! Dazzling Decades: Get ready for some groovy time-traveling fun! You and a tribe of friends will take a STEAMtastic journey to a different decade every week while you learn about what it was like to be a kid in the 50’s, 60’s. 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s! You’ll engineer your way around the clock at different dazzling destinations like Soda Shop Springs (1954), Pop Art Towers (1964), Pet Rock Treehouse (1975) and Super STEAMio Jump (1985). This iconic island is sure to be one for the history books! Challenge Island is the World’s #1 STEAM Program. Check out our STEAM Book Series in stores everywhere! All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

In-person & Online Options: A comprehensive Piano Course that uses favorite songs along with fun Music Theory activities to teach all the keyboard "elements" like Counting, Note Reading, Rhythm and much more. Portable piano lab set up at school. Recital on the last day. For Virtual classes: *** Students will need their own keyboard or piano at home***. All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

CHEERLEADING: Class combines cheer skills and dance in a fun and active class. Students will learn sideline cheers and dance routines while improving balance, flexibility and coordination! All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

Fast-paced, fun classes which teach students proper technique on the four strokes used in golf: full swing, pitching, chipping, and putting. Not the ABCs of junior golf, but rather an A to Z learning experience. Class includes 8 sessions plus use of of our virtual learning app so parents can review lessons and see practice outlines so the learning never slows down. Classes for Boys & Girls K-5. All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

Mad Science after-school programs are full of exciting demonstrations, hands-on activities and engaging discussion. Kids get the chance to explore diverse scientific concepts for themselves, from magnetism to insects to chemical reactions in the kitchen. All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

Intro to American Sign Language (ASL) (Grades 3rd-6th): This course is an introduction to American Sign Language. It creates a visual-gestural environment that introduces ASL grammar and vocabulary without presenting English equivalents. This course includes interactive activities, cultural awareness education, and individual feedback. Cub Coders: (Grades 3rd-6th): We teach coding through exclusive themes (such as Animals, Sport and Magic) that engage children’s imagination and make coding even more fun. Younger coders will learn with block-based platforms, such as Scratch or CoSpaces, while older students will code with text-based languages, such as Javascript and Python. Students will need a laptop for this class! French Class: (Grades 3rd-6th): This class is perfect for kids that want to learn about the most elegant language in the world! Students will learn the basics of the French language through fun activities, games, and songs. Students will learn the diphthongs, alphabet, numbers, greetings, basic phrases and basic vocabulary! French culture is one of the most famous in the world, so, students will be able to take a tour through the different districts of France! Improv: This course will be designed to be a creative outlet for students. It will be largely improv and therefore basic ground rules regarding appropriateness and proper conduct will be set on day one, but students will be left with ample room for creative expression. Instructor and students will engage in improvisational sketches that we as a group design during the first session. Students will be given a list of suggestions, but the aim of the instructor is to guide students through the process of selecting their own material. Financial Literacy: (JH & HS):Using project-based instruction and real-world situations this course will give students the knowledge and general understanding of all key aspects of personal finances necessary to be successful now and throughout their adult lives. The structure of this class will reflect real-world situations as closely as possible. SAT & ACT Prep: (HS): Our test prep course is a comprehensive course that provides thorough preparation for all areas of the exam. It covers content reviews to promote content mastery and teaches students the most dynamic and updated strategy and methods available. We have completely deconstructed each test and our students learn to think like the test makers. Students build their skills each week and increase their confidence level over the span of the course. Our course requires students to work hard and exhibit effort and dedication to their studies. All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

STEM FUNdamentals with LEGO® Materials Level up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas. Minecraft Engineering using LEGO® Materials Venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO® experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources, and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO® with a trained Play-Well instructor. All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

Soccer Shots is nationally recognized program that offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the great game of soccer. Our curriculum emphasizes both soccer skills and character development. All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

TGA Premier Sports believes that sports can change lives and we create programs that make sports available to everyone. Golf-TGA makes it convenient and fun for your child to learn and play golf right on their school campus! Our curriculum were specially designed by industry-leading golf professionals and education specialists to ensure that the lesson plans are age-appropriate and easy to understand and retain. Students will experience a mix of golf instruction, rules and etiquette lessons, educational components, character development lessons and physical activity as they advance through the five-level program. Our screened and certified instructors have a passion for working with children and are trained to help your student athlete develop a strong foundation of skills and knowledge as well as a passion for the sport. TGA provides all equipment; First-time students receive a TGA Student Handbook; Maximum 8:1 student to instructor ratio Tennis-TGA’s action-packed tennis program is perfect for beginners and experienced players to build skills and have a blast learning about the game in a safe and supportive environment. We provide all equipment; Professionally trained and background-checked coaches; Discover life lessons through tennis; Learn tennis rules and etiquette - WINNER OF THE 2017 TGA FRANCHISE STORY OF THE YEAR AWARD -TGA of East Phoenix makes the amazing sport of golf, flag football, lacrosse, cheerleading, and ultimate frisbee available to children by bringing enrichment programs to public schools. TGA of East Phoenix conducts multi-level confidence-building station-based learning curriculum, promoting progressive skill development and includes academic subjects, life lessons, physical fitness, rules, etiquette and STEAM (Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering, Math) All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

12 weeks of Spanish (Grades 1-6) Give your child a head start in Spanish! Our program will provide your child with the essential beginnings of Spanish. Children will learn everyday vocabulary, reading, writing, and basic conversation through fun songs, interactive games and activities. Each class is taught by a qualified instructor who is committed to making Spanish fun and exciting for your child! New material introduced each session! All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.

Zenned Yoga provides fun after-school programs that allow children to express themselves, build relationships with peers, and develop life skills. Classes consist of yoga stories, games, posing sequences, worksheets, and breathing exercises that provide the physical and mental benefits of yoga to children. Children will experience increased concentration, confidence, and flexibility. All classes are non-refundable. For extenuating circumstances processing and attendance fees apply.