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Youth Enrichment 2021
Bricks 4 Kidz ages 5 - 12
These one-hour classes explore architecture, engineering and technology concepts using LEGO bricks. Students work hands-on to design and build machines, buildings and other constructions. While exploring new concepts related to architecture, engineering, manufacturing and the environment, students develop problem solving and critical thinking skills. FUN WHILE LEARNING!
Program Details
- Grade: Kindergarten - 6th
- Location: Banta Activity Center, 605 Beech Street, Valparaiso
- Fee: $60 resident/$72 non-resident for 6 week class
| Dates | Day | Time | No Class |
| Sep 16 - Oct 21 | Th | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | |
| Oct 28 - Dec 9 | Th | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Nov 25 |
| Jan 6 - Feb 10 | Th | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | |
| Feb 17 - Mar 31 | Th | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Mar 24 |
| Apr 7 - May 12 | Th | 5:00 - 6:00 pm |
Coding
Curriculum is designed to allow young students (K-3) to develop their creative storytelling abilities and give the opportunity to bring stories to life through game design using Scratch and Python. At the beginning of each session students brainstorm with creative ideas for games, characters, or animations. Through this, we hope to introduce children to programming in a creative, fun, collaborative, and innovative way!
Program Details
- Grade: Kindergarten - 3rd
- Location: Banta Activity Center, 605 Beech Street, Valparaiso
- Fee: $45 resident/$57 non-resident for 6 week class
**2021 - 2022 Coding dates TBD***
Guitar Lessons for all ages via ZOOM
Playing the guitar is life-long skill and now is the perfect time to learn! This 4 week workshop covers tuning, beginner chords, strumming and more! No experience necessary. Students will have fun learning to play familiar songs. Students will be able to communicate with the instructor via the Zoom platform and interact with fellow students in real-time. (Limit 6 students per class)
NOTE: A guitar is required for the class. Recommended brands: Ibanez, Fender or Yamaha. For young children, a guitar size should be selected based on height: 1/2 size guitar for kids up to 4'5", 3/4 size guitar for kids 4'6" - 4'11" and full size guitar for students 5' or taller.
Program Details
- Age: 7 - 13 years
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Th | Feb 4 - 25 | 4:45 - 5:30 pm | $95 | Feb 2 |
| Th | Mar 4 - 25 | 4:45 - 5:30 pm | $95 | Mar 2 |
| Th | Apr 1 - 29 | 4:45 - 5:30 pm | $95 | Mar 30 |
| Th | May 6 - 27 | 4:45 - 5:30 pm | $95 | May 4 |
- Age: 14+ years
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Th | Feb 4 - 25 | 5:45 - 6:30 pm | $95 | Feb 2 |
| Th | Mar 4 - 25 | 5:45 - 6:30 pm | $95 | Mar 2 |
| Th | Apr 1 - 29 | 5:45 - 6:30 pm | $95 | Mar 30 |
| Th | May 6 - 27 | 5:45 - 6:30 pm | $95 | May 4 |
Ukulele Lessons for all ages via Zoom
Playing the ukulele is becoming very popular with all ages! This 4 week workshop covers tuning, beginner chords, strumming and more! No experience necessary. Students have fun learning to play familiar songs. Students will be able to communicate with the instructor via the Zoom platform and interact with fellow students in real-time. (Limit 6 students per class)
NOTE: A ukulele is required for the class. Recommended brands: Hola, Alida, Kala, Mitchell, or Luna. For young children a soprano is recommended. For adults, a soprano or concert ukulele is recommended.
Program Details
- Age: 7 - 13 years
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Th | Feb 4 - 25 | 4 - 4:45 pm | $95 | Feb 2 |
| Th | Mar 4 - 25 | 4 - 4:45 pm | $95 | Mar 2 |
| Th | Apr 1 - 29 | 4 - 4:45 pm | $95 | Mar 30 |
| Th | May 6 - 27 | 4 - 4:45 pm | $95 | May 4 |
- Age: 14+ years
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Th | Feb 4 - 25 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm | $95 | Feb 2 |
| Th | Mar 4 - 25 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm | $95 | Mar 2 |
| Th | Apr 1 - 29 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm | $95 | Mar 30 |
| Th | May 6 - 27 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm | $95 | May 4 |
Music Makers Class in studio
This is THE class for that child that loves ALL TYPES of MUSIC!
Students will play familiar songs on piano, ukulele, drum and bells, perform and create their own music, sing songs, play games, experiment with a variety of instruments including violin, harp, accordion, glockenspiel and more. No at-home practice will be required.
Child will gain confidence in their musical abilities and be inspired to continue his/her musical journey. Class is held in a spacious studio.
Program Details
- Age: 7 - 11 years
- Location: Innovative Music Studio, 404 W US Highway 6, Valparaiso
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Th | Feb 4 - 25 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | Feb 2 |
| Th | Mar 4 - 25 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | Mar 2 |
| Th | Apr 1 - 29 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | Mar 30 |
| Th | May 6 - 27 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | May 4 |
These one-hour classes are educational and SO MUCH FUN! Students will learn through stories, games, props, and fun activities as they develop their acting skills.
KIds Acting Class via ZOOM
This 4 week class focuses on developing confidence and speaking skills through theater games and plays. Students learn teamwork and creativity by designing and performing their own plays.
Program Details
- Ages: 5 - 8 years
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Fr | Feb 5 - 26 | 3:30 - 4:30 pm | $69 | Feb 3 |
| Fr | Mar 5 - 26 | 3:30 - 4:30 pm | $69 | Mar 3 |
| Fr | Apr 1 - 29 | 3:30 - 4:30 pm | $69 | Mar 30 |
| Fr | May 7 - 28 | 3:30 - 4:30 pm | $69 | May 5 |
- Ages: 9 - 13 years
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Fr | Feb 5 - 26 | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | $69 | Feb 3 |
| Fr | Mar 5 - 26 | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | $69 | Mar 3 |
| Fr | Apr 1 - 29 | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | $69 | Mar 30 |
| Fr | May 7 - 28 | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | $69 | May 5 |
Kids Acting Class in studio
Students in this 4 week class will be on their feet moving through hands-on activities as actors on a stage! This is an in-person class held in a spacious studio.
Program Details
- Ages: 7-11 years
- Location: Innovative Music Studio, 404 W US Highway 6, Valparaiso
| Day | Date | Time | Fee | Register by |
| We | Feb 3 - 24 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | Feb 1 |
| We | Mar 3 - 24 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | Mar 1 |
| We | Apr 7 - 28 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | Apr 5 |
| We | May 5 - 26 | 5 - 6 pm | $69 | May 3 |
Young Rembrandts ages 5 - 12
An elementary-age curriculum designed to teach basic to advanced drawing skills, art techniques and vocabulary. Students are given the skills to express their creativity while building self-confidence and self-esteem. 6 week class.
Program Details
- Grade: Kindergarten - 6th
- Location: Banta Activity Center, 605 Beech Street, Valparaiso
- Fee: $60.00 resident/$72.00 non-resident for 6 week class
| Dates | Day | Time | No Class |
| Sep 14 - Oct 26 | Tu | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Oct 12 |
| Nov 2 - Dec 7 | Tu | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | |
| Jan 4 - Feb 8 | Tu | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | |
| Feb 15 - Mar 29 | Tu | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Mar 22 |
| Apr 5 - May 10 | Tu | 5:00 - 6:00 pm |
The American Girl Book Club
A book club for girls in grades 1st - 5th designed to help develop a fondness for reading and make new friends through a common love of American Girl dolls and books. Each month group will read a preselected book and come together for a time of book discussion and hands-on learning activities expanded from the book.
Program Details
- Grade: 1st - 5th grade
- Location: Banta Activity Center, 605 Beech Street, Valparaiso
- Fee: $25 resident/$37 non-resident for 3 week class
| Dates | Day | Time | Register by | |
| Sep 12 - 26 | Su | 2 pm | Sep 10 | |
| Oct 3 - 17 | Su | 2 pm | Oct 1 | |
| Nov 7 - 21 | Su | 2 pm | Nov 5 |
For those who have chosen to home school their children, this program provides physical education, music and art to help child meet educational goals. Participant will spend 30-45 minutes in each class learning from instructors who specialize in that particular subject.
Program Details
- Grades: Kindergarten - 5th
- Location: Heartland Church, 170 South SR 49, Valparaiso
| Dates | Day | Time | Fee | No Class |
| Feb 1 - 22 | M | 1 - 3 pm | $25 | Feb 15 |
| Mar 1 - 29 | M | 1 - 3 pm | $34 | Mar 22 |
| Apr 5 - 26 | M | 1 - 3 pm | $25 | Apr 12 |