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Starting Soon3D Printing Club at Basha ElementaryEnrichment Programs3D Printing Club Program Description: New students to 3D Printing will learn the basics of 3D printing and CAD design. Enrollment in Tinkercad (design software and online tutorial database), Thingiverse overview (an open-source network for sharing projects) and group projects will enrich our experience with the 3D Printing World. Returning students will be able to use what they have already learned to design projects of their own. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 3rd-6th Grade Students who have been in 3D Printing before. **Start and End Date Program: April 3rd- May 15th Time and Days of the week: Mondays 7:30-8:15 AM Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 3rd-6th Grade Students that are NEW to 3D Printing **Start and End Date Program: March 31st-May 19th. No class 4/7. Time and Days of the week: Fridays 7:30-8:15 AM Location (School and Room/Area): Basha Elementary School Lab A Cost per Participant: $80 Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Julie Acklam Acklam.julie@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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Starting SoonAuxier Art ClubEnrichment ProgramsAuxier Art Club Instructor Name and Position in the school district: Krista Brusco – 2nd grade teacher Are they Certified or Non-Certified: certified Program Description: Students will use a variety of medium to create artwork. We will learn about different artists and explore different styles of art, while learning about the art elements. The only requirements are a love for art, a creative spark, and a willingness to learn. All materials will be provided, and students will bring home eight pieces of art during this session. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 1st grade through 6th grade students Start and End Date Program: April 3rd through May 22nd Monday, April 3rd Monday, April 10th Monday, April 17th Monday, April 24th Monday, May 1st Monday, May 8th Monday, May 15th Monday, May 22nd Time and Days of the week: 3:15-4:30pm on Mondays Location (School and Room/Area): Auxier Elementary in room B17 Cost per Participant: $100 Registration Min/Max number of Participants: 25 students max Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Krista Brusco - brusco.krista@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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Starting SoonAuxier Fit Kids ClubEnrichment ProgramsAuxier Fit Kids Come join Fitness/PE Style Games and Famous Failure "Growth Mindset" Lessons Garde level: 2nd-4th When: 4/4/23-5/16/23 Days of the Week: Tuesdays Time of the Week: 3:15-4:15 Location: Auxier Room D2/D5 Cost: 100.00 Questions please contact: Aubrey Mcdonald at mcdonald.aubrey@cusd80.comSchool Year 22-23
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Starting SoonBasha Elementary Game ClubEnrichment ProgramsBasha Elementary Game Club Program Description: Come play board games and computer games with your specials teachers. Bring games from home that we can play together. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 2nd- 6th Grade Start and End Date Program: April 3rd-May 1st Time and Days of the week: Mondays 3:00-3:45 Location (School and Room/Area): Media Center Cost per Participant: $40 Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Julie Acklam acklam.julie@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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NewCTA Freedom Game ClubEnrichment ProgramsCTA Freedom Game Club Program Description: Come play board games, computer games, and rubix cube games. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 2nd-6th Start and End Date Program: Thursdays, April 13, 20, 27, May 4 Time and Days of the week: 2:50-3:50 Location (School and Room/Area): Room B6 Cost per Participant: $60 Registration Min/Max number of Participants: 25 max. Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Veronica Lucero – lucero.veronica@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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Carlson Cookie-teersEnrichment ProgramsCarlson Cookie-teers Would you like to learn the art of cookie decorating to make beautiful sugar cookies for your friends and family? Students will learn how to outline cookies with royal icing, decorate (flood) the inside, and add stunning details. By registering for this class, students will be provided with practice time, soft sugar cookies, decorations, royal icing, and any tools needed to bring your cookies to life! Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 2nd grade-6th grade Location (School and Room/Area): Carlson Elementary, Room 19 Cost per Participant: $150 (includes cookies, icing, and tools) Start and End Date Program: April 5, April 12, April 26, May 17 Time and Days of the week: Wednesday, 3-4pm Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Heather Harmon, harmon.heather@cusd80.com Special Instructions: Cookies are not gluten or dairy free, unfortunately.School Year 22-23
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Starting SoonCarlson Hip Hop ClubEnrichment ProgramsHip Hop Group (Grades 3-6) Fridays from 3-4 pm in Room 15 with Mrs. Coking here at Carlson $110 Come learn fun hip hop dance moves and a final group dance Friday, March 31, April 14, 21, 28 Friday, May 5, 12 *Performance for parents on May 12th at 3:45 PM ? Questions please contact Mrs. Coking at coking.bridget@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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Starting SoonCookiepalooza Club at CTA IndependenceEnrichment ProgramsCookiepalooza Club Program Description: Cookie decorating club (ALL NEW DESIGNS) Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): Kinder-6th Start and End Date Program: April 3 – May 1 Time and Days of the week: Mondays; 3:15-4:15 Location (School and Room/Area): Room 16, Blue Hallway Cost per Participant: $65 Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Heidi Huggins; huggins.heidi@cusd80.com Special Instructions: Students will decorate two cookie each week. Students need to bring a pack of crayons to club each week. Please advise Ms. Huggins if student has any allergies to food.Enrichment 22-23
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Starting SoonEveryone Can Code at CTA FreedomEnrichment ProgramsEveryone Can Code Program Description: Come join Coding Club for kids in grades 3-6. Students will learn coding skills, principals of coding, and computer science concepts using Code.org, Code Combat, and Scratch. Projects will include foundations in animation, java programming, game building and some AI. Are you ready to start your coding adventure? Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 2-6 Start and End Date Program: April 4th – May 2nd Time and Days of the week: 2:50 pm – 3:45 pm Tuesday Location (School and Room/Area): Computer Lab Cost per Participant: $75 Registration Min/Max number of Participants: 3/15 Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Amy Liu liu.amy@cusd80.comSchool Year 22-23
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FullGifted Testing CUSD Student - 2nd through 7thEnrichment ProgramsThis test is the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) consisting of three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning. It is a computer based, multiple choice assessment administered by a certified proctor. Register your child according to the grade they are in during the 2022/2023 school year. ALL students first enroll on a waitlist - the waitlist does NOT mean the testing session is full. All testing will take place at Knox Gifted Academy: 700 W. Orchid Lane, Chandler, AZ 85225. Parents are not permitted in the testing room; a classroom for waiting will be available. To maintain a safe testing environment, the following precautions will be put in place: Staggered start times have been established to limit the number of people entering the campus at one time. Only one adult should accompany the student. It is strongly recommended that siblings do not attend. Masks are optional. There will be assigned seating in a designated room for parents to sign-in and wait for the duration of testing. Testing takes approximately 3 hours for grades second through seventh. Parents are welcome to leave the campus and return closer to the end of the test session. Students will have an assigned seat in the testing room that will allow for social distancing. Hand sanitizer will be available. Please bring a water bottle for your student. Please do not attend the session if you or your child are feeling ill or exhibiting any of the following symptoms, please do not attend testing. Instead, please contact me to discuss options for rescheduling. Any person who is visibly exhibiting these symptoms will be asked to leave the facility. Please contact April Dailey for further questions. dailey.april@cusd80.comSchool Year 22-23
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FullGifted Testing CUSD Student - First GradeEnrichment ProgramsThis test is the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) consisting of three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning. It is a computer based (given on an iPad), multiple choice assessment administered by a certified proctor. Register your child according to the grade they are in during the 2022/2023 school year. ALL students first enroll on a waitlist - the waitlist does NOT mean the testing session is full. All testing will take place at Knox Gifted Academy: 700 W. Orchid Lane, Chandler, AZ 85225. Parents are not permitted in the testing room; a classroom for waiting will be available. To maintain a safe testing environment, the following precautions will be put in place: Staggered start times have been established to limit the number of people entering the campus at one time. Only one adult should accompany the student. It is strongly recommended that siblings do not attend. Masks are optional. There will be assigned seating in a designated room for parents to sign-in and wait for the duration of testing. Testing takes approximately 2 hours for first grade. Parents are welcome to leave the campus and return closer to the end of the test session. Students will have an assigned seat in the testing room that will allow for social distancing. Hand sanitizer will be available. Please bring a water bottle for your student. Please do not attend the session if you or your child are feeling ill or exhibiting any of the following symptoms, please do not attend testing. Instead, please contact me to discuss options for rescheduling. Any person who is visibly exhibiting these symptoms will be asked to leave the facility. Please contact April Dailey for further questions. dailey.april@cusd80.comSchool Year 22-23
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FullGifted Testing CUSD Student - KindergartenEnrichment ProgramsThis test is the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) consisting of three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning. It is a paper/pencil, multiple choice assessment administered by a certified proctor. Register your child according to the grade they are in during the 2022/2023 school year. This test is for students who are CURRENTLY enrolled in Kindergarten. ALL students first enroll on a waitlist - the waitlist does NOT mean the testing session is full. All testing will take place at Knox Gifted Academy: 700 W. Orchid Lane, Chandler, AZ 85225. Parents are not permitted in the testing room; a classroom for waiting will be available. To maintain a safe testing environment, the following precautions will be put in place: Staggered start times have been established to limit the number of people entering the campus at one time. Only one adult should accompany the student. It is strongly recommended that siblings do not attend. Masks are optional. There will be assigned seating in a designated room for parents to sign-in and wait for the duration of testing. Testing takes approximately 60-90 minutes for PreK and Kindergarten. Parents are welcome to leave the campus and return closer to the end of the test session. Students will have an assigned seat in the testing room that will allow for social distancing. Hand sanitizer will be available. Please bring a water bottle for your student. Please do not attend the session if you or your child are feeling ill or exhibiting any of the following symptoms, please do not attend testing. Instead, please contact me to discuss options for rescheduling. Any person who is visibly exhibiting these symptoms will be asked to leave the facility. Please contact April Dailey for further questions. dailey.april@cusd80.comSchool Year 22-23
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Gifted Testing CUSD Student - Pre-KEnrichment ProgramsFullThis test is the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) consisting of three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning. It is a paper/pencil, multiple choice assessment administered by a certified proctor. Register your child according to the grade they are in during the 2022/2023 school year. This test is for students who are currently PreK students and plan to enroll in Kindergarten for the 2023/2024 school year. ALL students first enroll on a waitlist - the waitlist does NOT mean the testing session is full. All testing will take place at Knox Gifted Academy: 700 W. Orchid Lane, Chandler, AZ 85225. Parents are not permitted in the testing room; a classroom for waiting will be available. To maintain a safe testing environment, the following precautions will be put in place: Staggered start times have been established to limit the number of people entering the campus at one time. Only one adult should accompany the student. It is strongly recommended that siblings do not attend. Masks are optional. There will be assigned seating in a designated room for parents to sign-in and wait for the duration of testing. Testing takes approximately 60-90 minutes for PreK. Parents are welcome to leave the campus and return closer to the end of the test session. Students will have an assigned seat in the testing room that will allow for social distancing. Hand sanitizer will be available. Please bring a water bottle for your student. Please do not attend the session if you or your child are feeling ill or exhibiting any of the following symptoms, please do not attend testing. Instead, please contact me to discuss options for rescheduling. Any person who is visibly exhibiting these symptoms will be asked to leave the facility. Please contact April Dailey for further questions. dailey.april@cusd80.comSchool Year 22-23
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WaitlistIntro to 3D Design at WGAEnrichment ProgramsIntro to 3D Design WGA STUDENTS ONLY Instructor Name and Position in the school district: Michael Doutrich 4th Grade Teacher WGA Are they Certified or Non-Certified: Certified Program Description: Learn to use Tinkercad to design at least five 3D printable designs. This class is for 3rd-4th grade students at WGA who have little to no design experience in Tinkercad and 3D Design. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 3rd-4th Grades Only WGA Start and End Date Program: - 4/4-5/9 Time and Days of the week: Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 Location (School and Room/Area): WGA Tech Hub Cost per Participant: $100 Registration Min/Max number of Participants: Max 20 Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Michael Doutrich doutrich.michael@cusd80.com This club is for WGA students only.School Year 22-23
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Starting SoonJACOBSON JETS BASKETBALL CLUBEnrichment ProgramsJACOBSON JETS BASKETBALL CLUB Attention Jacobson Jets! Come "JUMP OUT ON THE COURT" with Coach Simpson at our new Jet basketball club! If you love basketball and are looking to develop, improve, and perfect your skills and fundamentals, this is for you!! Meeting Dates: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 After School from 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM 3rd-6th Grade - Coed Jacobson Elem. Outdoor Courts $85.00 per player Questions please contact simpson.matt@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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KGA Greek Language Club (Qtr 4)Enrichment ProgramsKGA Greek Language Club (Qtr 4) Calling all philologues … from Greek philologos lover of words and learning, from phil- + logos word, reason, speech Thursdays 8:00 am – 8:45 am For Grades 1-4 (KGA Students Only) Knox Gifted Academy Room E-2 Class limit 20 Contact: Maria Kantzos– KGA 2nd Grade Teacher Email: Kantzos.maria@cusd80.com Remind code: (text code @mkantzos to 81010 This will be my main mode of communication.) Start Date:Thursday April 6, 2023 End Date: Thursday May 18, 2023 Cost per Participant: $150 Program Description: Students will work on the Greek alphabet, learn basic greetings and simple expressions of everyday speech, i.e., school, home, food and more! Special Instructions: Parents are responsible for arranging transportation for students for the club. Students should report to room E-2 by 8am on club days.Enrichment 22-23
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Starting SoonKGA Screen Printing Club Grades 5-6 (Qtr 4)Enrichment ProgramsKGA Screen Printing Club Grades 5-6 (Qtr4) Mondays, 8:00 am – 8:45 am For Grades 5-6 (KGA Students Only) Knox Gifted Academy Room B-3 Class limit 20 Contact: Mrs. Tara Menghini – KGA Technology Teacher Email:menghini.tara@cusd80.com Start Date: Monday, April 3, 2023 End Date: Monday, May 15, 2023 Cost per Participant: $85 (includes supplies and one t shirt, additional may be brought in or purchased) Program Description: Students will learn how to design and create 3D prints to make into screen printing stamps. They will use a screen-printing transfer method to create custom t shirt out of their designs. The club will culminate in helping to create a staff shirt for the 2023 KGA Maker Faire. Special Instructions: Parents are responsible for arranging transportation for students for the club. Students should report to room B-3 by 8am on club days.School Year 22-23
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PopularKGA Writer's ClubEnrichment ProgramsKGA Writer’s Club Grades 5 and 6 ONLY (5 weeks) Thursdays, 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm (4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11) For Grade 5 and 6 ONLY (KGA Students Only) Knox Gifted Academy Room C4 Contact: Mrs. Lauren Leahy – 6th Grade Teacher Email: leahy.lauren@cusd80.com Start Date: Thursday, April 13, 2023 End Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023 Cost per Participant: $35.00 (Includes all materials) Program Description: The KGA Writer’s Club is a place where students can come together and appreciate the joys of writing.The Writer’s Club provides students the opportunity to gather with peers to explore, discuss, read and produce writing. Members will participate in writing activities and exercises, offer tips and information about the writing process, and share their work on a voluntary basis for constructive feedback. At the end of the club, student work will be published in an anthology that each student will get to take home. Special Instructions: Parents are responsible for arranging transportation for students after the club. Mrs. Leahy will walk students to the gate to begin pick-up at 4:45. Please be on time. Please text Mrs. Leahy if your child will be absent on the day of Writer’s Club.Enrichment 22-23
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Kindergarten Readiness TestingEnrichment ProgramsNO EXCEPTIONS: Parent/Guardian must bring the child’s birth certificate on the day of testing. Entrance test for a 4 year old to enter kindergarten early. The child must pass the exam to enroll. This is open to children who turn five years old between September 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023 only. Students that will be five before September 1st do not need to complete this exam for kindergarten entrance. Ages: 4 years old only Max: 40 kids Details Online: Once you have completed the registration process, you will receive a call from the assessment office about a week before your test date to determine the testing time for your child on the selected date. Please complete the online open enrollment application and be prepared to bring your child’s birth certificate on the day of testing.https://www.cusd80.com/Page/105427. We appreciate your patience and consideration for all testers. We look forward to seeing you on test day! Questions? Contact Kelly Bradford at 480-812-7674 NO EXCEPTIONS: Parent/Guardian must bring the child’s birth certificate on the day of testing.Enrichment 22-23
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PopularKindness Club at PattersonEnrichment ProgramsKindness Club Program Description: Weekly club to teacher kindness through activities and crafts. Student will take home the projects we create together. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 1st and 2nd grade Start and End Date Program: April 12, 19 May 3, 10, 17 (no meeting April 26) Time and Days of the week: Wednesday morning 7:45-8:30am Location (School and Room/Area): Patterson Music room C14 Cost per Participant: $60 Registration Min/Max number of Participants: 10 min/25 max Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Katie Landon landon.catherine@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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Laser Cutting "Time" - Designing to Create with Function-WGAEnrichment ProgramsLaser Cutting "Time" - Designing to Create with Function Program Description: Using CAD and web-based programs students will use a Glowforge Laser Cutter to brainstorm, plan, and develop a functional product. They will learn the entire process of using a Glowforge Lasercutter, from cleaning to operations and settings. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 6th Start and End Date Program: April 6th - May 18th Time and Days of the week: Thursdays 7:40 am - 8:20 am Location (School and Room/Area): Weinberg Gifted Academy - Room 23 Cost per Participant: $140 Program Contact Info (Name and Email): notley.albert@cusd80.com Special Instructions: This club is for WGA sixth grade students only. Please contact Albert Notley (notley.albert@cusd80.com) or Pam Durham (durham.pamela@cusd80.com) if you are interested in the club but unable to pay the club cost. Materials are included in the club fee as well.School Year 22-23
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Math Club at WGAEnrichment ProgramsStarting Soon2023 WGA 5th Grade Math Club What this club isn’t… ● Repeated computations and calculations ● Worksheet based ● Tutoring The Math club will be... ● Using logic and reasoning to solve real world application-based mathematical problems. ● Focusing on Standards for Mathematical Practices (MP) ○ Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. ○ Reason abstractly and quantitatively. ○ Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. ○ Use appropriate tools strategically. ○ Attend to precision. ○ Look for and make use of structure. ● Focusing on establishing or enhancing a growth mindset. ● Challenging and Fun! Teacher Sponsors: Ms. Roberts & Mrs. Durham Who: 5th graders at WGA When: Every Friday @ 7:40 am - 8:20 am (March 31st - May 19th) No Class on 4/7 Where: Room 13 Cost: $125 Contact information: roberts.colleen@cusd80.com or durham.pamela@cusd80.com This club is for WGA students only please.School Year 22-23
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WaitlistMusical Theater Group @ Carlson Q4Enrichment ProgramsMusical Theater Group (Grades 1-3) Learn songs from musicals, some choreography, and script reading! Mondays from 3-4 pm in Room 16 with Mrs. Hays here at Carlson $100 Monday, April 3,10,17,24 Monday, May 1,8 *Performance for parents on May 8that 3:40 PM in the music room ? Questions please contact Hays.Andrea@cusd80.comEnrichment 22-23
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Starting SoonOrigami and Papercrafts Club Q4Enrichment ProgramsOrigami and Papercrafts Club Program Description: Students will learn the basic folds for beginner and intermediate origami folding projects and create origami artwork and other papercraft activities. Grades Levels of Students (Min and Max): 2 grade-4 grade. Start and End Date Program: 4/4/2023-5/9/2023 Time and Days of the week: Tuesdays 3:15-4:00 Location (School and Room/Area): WGA Room 5 Cost per Participant: $35 Program Contact Info (Name and Email): Kirsten Smith smith.kirsten@cusd80.com Megan Asadasad.megan@cusd80.comSchool Year 22-23
