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Kindergarten Printmaking

Monday 2:30-3:30

Teacher: Patricia Colli

The Printmaking course is a fun class to explore the endless possibilities of creating prints on paper, fabric and wood. Printmaking is a great way to expand your creative process, there’s no right or wrong, just different ways to approach different medias and allow the process to guide you to new paths that will surprise you! We’ll explore color combinations and create fun patterns while collaborating with our peers. You’ll take home your art prints and wearable art, get ready to have fun!! All levels of experience are welcome to join. Materials fee is included in class fee.

 

Illustration Workshop (Grades 2nd-5th)

Monday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Kelsey Westphal 

This class will be a mix of listening to, drawing, and inventing stories. Students will get to listen to a story and create illustrations for it, as well as write their own stories and illustrate themselves, or collaborate with another student. Cartoonist Kelsey Westphal will provide support, drawing exercises and examples, while also meeting students where they are to encourage their unique styles and interests. By the end of the spring session, the class will have a collection of illustrations and stories.

 

Photography (Grades 4th-8th)

Monday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Carter Hollinger

Self expression never goes out of style! What better way to share your world than through your own lens? Learn the basics of photography and photo editing to create and share your story! In addition to discovering the basics of photography such as light, subject, and composition, you will develop the art of storytelling and self expression. Students will have the opportunity to review their work and choose a photo to print and display at the final gallery exhibition. 

 

Yoga Club (Grades K-3rd)

Monday 3:30-4:30

Taught by Shine Kids Yoga

In this yoga class by Shine Kids Yoga we combine creative and physical movement, yoga, songs and games, self-discovery and self-expression. Through movement, children will work on coordination, balance, flexibility and strength. The program also helps children discover their creativity, uniqueness, strengths, mental and physical health, practice meditations and connect their mind and body. Each class is different and is centered around weekly themed activities. Our classes explore themes like leadership, peace, friendships, environment, community, self-awareness and so much more.

Zesty Zoologists (Kindergarten)

Tuesday 2:30-3:30

Taught by Moonshot Labs

Have you ever wondered why worms wiggle or how bees buzz? Join Moonshot Labs as Zesty Zoologists to trek through the world of animal adventures. We’ll journey through Earth’s biodiversity to race live worms, excavate woolly mammoths, camouflage colorful chameleons and more! Classes include instruction, materials, weekly parent newsletters, and unlimited exploration.

 

Daring Detectives (Grades 1st-3rd)

Tuesday 3:30-4:30

Taught by Moonshot Labs

Ready to crack a spy safe? Create your own secret code? Join Moonshot Labs as Daring Detectives to hack into the world of mysterious missions and clever clues. Get ready to put on your detective gloves to examine fingerprint forensics, brew invisible ink, extract DNA from saliva and more! Classes include instruction, materials, weekly parent newsletters, and unlimited exploration.

 

Ballet (Grades 1st-2nd)

Tuesday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Kittie Krivacic

Ms. Kittie's ballet class offers students a foundational training in classical ballet. Emphasis is placed on strength, alignment, and musicality, as well as creative expression and self confidence. Exercises will take place on the floor and at the barre while a good portion of class will be spent in the center practicing steps and dancing!

 

Lego Robotics (Grades 2nd-3rd)

Tuesday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Davina Vera

Join Ms. Vera as we explore building and coding with partners. Using Lego Spike Prime kits, we will learn to code multiple motors, color sensors, and more! Students will work collaboratively to design and create robots with various functionalities. No prior coding knowledge is necessary to join. This is a 2nd-3rd grade combined class.

Clay (Kindergarten)

Wednesday 3:00-4:00

Teacher: Danielle Hoang

Let’s play in clay!  New and experienced clay workers are welcomed in this immersive, fun, and inclusive after-school ceramics class. Students will learn hand-building and glazing techniques that they will use to create a variety of functional and sculptural ceramic art pieces.  In addition to hands-on clay making each class, they will be introduced to ceramics traditions from around the world as well as influential ceramic artists past and present. Each student will come home with fired pieces that they are proud of and will enjoy for years to come.  Our instructor, Danielle Hoang, creates a warm welcoming space and designs age-appropriate yet challenging lessons that will build each student’s creative confidence and fuel their unique artistic voice.

 

Clay (Grades 1st-8th)

Wednesday 4:15-5:15

Teacher: Danielle Hoang

Let’s play in clay!  New and experienced clay workers are welcomed in this immersive, fun, and inclusive after-school ceramics class. Students will learn hand-building and glazing techniques that they will use to create a variety of functional and sculptural ceramic art pieces.  In addition to hands-on clay making each class, they will be introduced to ceramics traditions from around the world as well as influential ceramic artists past and present. Each student will come home with fired pieces that they are proud of and will enjoy for years to come.  Our instructor, Danielle Hoang, creates a warm welcoming space and designs age-appropriate yet challenging lessons that will build each student’s creative confidence and fuel their unique artistic voice.

 

Maker Lab (Grades 2nd-8th)

Wednesday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Lauren Combs

Ms. Combs is excited to host students in the innovation lab this enrichment session! Maker Lab is a space for students who like hands-on activities. Each class, students will be able to:

• Explore Independent Projects

• Navigate self paced coding programs

• Explore new ways of art making

• Design 3d printed objects

• Learn how to tinker with purpose

• Complete collaborative engineering challenges

 

Lego Robotics (Grades K-1st)

Wednesday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Davina Vera

Join Ms. Vera as we explore building and coding with Legos. Using Lego We Do 2.0 kits; we will learn to code motors, tilt sensors, and more! No prior coding knowledge is necessary to join. This is a Kindergarten-1st grade combined class.

Kindergarten Drawing 

Thursday 2:30-3:30

Teacher: Jake Chamberlain

In this course, students will expand their drawing "grammar," and draw original pieces with a final-looking clean quality to them. We will learn about perspective and three dimensions, drawing characters and telling stories, architecture and maps, light and shadow work (with brown paper and white pencil), and cartoons! We'll play drawing games (one is drawing on HUGE paper) and some projects will be collaborative. Each term the students will bring home a final Portfolio. 

 

Drawing (Grades 1st-8th)

Thursday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Jake Chamberlain

In this course, students will expand their drawing "grammar," and draw original pieces with a final-looking clean quality to them. We will learn about perspective and three dimensions, drawing characters and telling stories, architecture and maps, light and shadow work (with brown paper and white pencil), and cartoons! We'll play drawing games (one is drawing on HUGE paper) and some projects will be collaborative. Each term the students will bring home a final Portfolio.

 

Pop Art Printmaking (Grades 1st-8th)

Thursday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Patricia Colli

The Pop Art Printmaking course is a fun class to explore the endless possibilities of creating prints on paper, fabric and wood. We will use techniques like block printing with linoleum and screen printing. Printmaking is a great way to expand your creative process, there’s no right or wrong, just different ways to approach different medias and allow the process to guide you to new paths that will surprise you! We’ll explore color combinations and create fun patterns while collaborating with our peers.

You’ll take home your art prints and wearable art, get ready to have fun!!

All levels of experience are welcome to join. Materials fee is included in class fee.

 

Gardening (Grades 2nd-4th)

Thursday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Ian Philpott-Kenny

Join Mr. PK for this outdoor class on our new rooftop garden space! We will learn the basic skills needed to plant, grow, and eat our own produce. We will focus on composting, caring for soil, planting, tending to seedlings, harvesting and even a little cooking! If you enjoy the outdoors and eating what you grow with your own hands then come and join us!

 

Lego Robotics (Grades 4th-8th)

Thursday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Davina Vera

 

Join Ms. Vera as we explore building and coding with Lego! Students will learn to code multiple motors, color sensors, and more using Lego Spike Prime kits and Expansion packs! Students will design, create and code robots that can complete missions that mimic those in a First Lego League Competition. No prior coding knowledge is necessary to join.

Kindergarten Chess

Friday 2:30-3:30

Teacher: Khoi Vo

Join Mr. Khoi for tons of engaging chess lessons & exciting games. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Classes suit children of all skill levels; from beginner to checkmate artist. Students will build upon their knowledge through lessons, variation games, and more!

 

Chess (Grades 1st-2nd)

Friday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Khoi Vo

Join Mr. Khoi for tons of engaging chess lessons & exciting games. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Classes suit children of all skill levels; from beginner to checkmate artist. Students will build upon their knowledge through lessons, variation games, and more!

 

Drawing (Grades 1st-8th)

Friday 3:30-4:30

Teacher: Jake Chamberlain

In this course, students will expand their drawing "grammar," and draw original pieces with a final-looking clean quality to them. We will learn about perspective and three dimensions, drawing characters and telling stories, architecture and maps, light and shadow work (with brown paper and white pencil), and cartoons! We'll play drawing games (one is drawing on HUGE paper) and some projects will be collaborative. Each term the students will bring home a final Portfolio.

Music lessons term 1 – September 19 - January 20, 2023

Music lessons term 2 – January 23 - May 19, 2023

Fall enrichment session – October 17 - Dec 15, 2022

Winter enrichment session – January 9 - March 10, 2023

Spring enrichment session – March 20 - May 19, 2023

Unfortunately, we can’t accommodate cancellations, changes, or refunds unless we have a student on the waitlist available to fill the spot.

 

Yes, one Enrichment class per session is discounted at the same rate as your discounted tuition.

The overwhelming majority of our classes are taught by SF Day staff and faculty. A few of our programs are run by outside vendors and all of those staff members are fully vaccinated and follow the same COVID protocols as our SF Day team.

Lindsey Boullt, Guitar

Lindsey Boullt has devoted his entire career to building excellence and community in the music world. Lindsey is a Gibson Brands Artist and has been a contributing writer for Guitar Player Magazine. A renowned guitar instructor, Lindsey’s students have been accepted into major music schools including Berkley College of Music/Boston, University of North Texas, Musician’s Institute/Los Angeles, and the NYU Clive Davis Institute. Lindsey graduated with honors from the Musicians Institute Hollywood and has been teaching guitar for 30 years. 

Elizabeth Lubin, Guitar / Piano / Voice

Originally from New York, Elizabeth Lubin has a BA from the City University of New York.  She has been teaching elementary general music theory for 7 years and one on one/ group piano and guitar classes for over a decade. Her teaching style is playful and exploratory with elements of classical traditions.  Students learn to sight read music, play by ear and are introduced to composition as well. Students will learn to play familiar tunes as well as an introduction to classical, blues and Jazz composition and beginning theory. In addition to teaching instrumental music, Elizabeth works with youth and adult choirs as a conductor and accompanist.  As a singer-songwriter and bandleader she performs regularly around the Bay Area.  Her experience as a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist is employed in her teaching method, curating a sense of musicianship in all her students.  Elizabeth's lessons cultivate confidence, and a sense of accomplishment as well as allow students to explore other aspects of learning in everyday life.  

Brain Fruechtenicht, Piano / Drums

Brian Fruechtenicht has been teaching music lessons at SF Day for nearly a decade! Teaching piano he focuses on harmony and melodic approaches while taking things slowly. A thorough introduction to the keyboard is used including: note recognition, ear training, interval studies, basic music theory, harmony introductions, and phrasing. Teaching drums, a thorough introduction is applied in the following categories: stick control, rhythms, phrasing, fills, beats, tempo control, pocket grooves, and genres.

 

Deszon Claiborne, Drums 

A native of the Bay Area, Deszon Claiborne began his musical career at the early age of ten. Virtually self-taught in the beginning, he went on to study with world-renowned drummers such as Richard Peterson, Rick Quintinel (Chuck Brown school of Drumming), James Levi, Billy Cobham, and Kenneth  Nash, an experience that provided him with a strong foundation in jazz, rhythm & blues and world music. He is an accomplished performing & recording artist, and an experienced educator. He has taught both private and group lessons to students of all ages and levels, youth to adult, and beginning to advanced.  Deszon has also participated in music education programs in the Bay Area over the last 20 years including Berkeley Jazz School, Jazz Camp West, Stanford Jazz Camp, Lafayette Summer Music camp, Moody’s Jazz Camp, Just Say Jazz, and Adventures in Music.

• Music lessons are $62 for each 30-minute lesson.

• Your music lesson slot is reserved until the end of the school year (lesson term 1 and 2). If you decide to discontinue your lessons for the second term please notify Nicole Lane by January 3, 2023. 

• One lesson may be missed free of charge.

• We understand that schedules and interests change. If you’d like to discontinue lessons at any point one month's notice is required. Please email Nicole Lane for cancellations.