da Vinci Arts Middle School
After School Activities
After School Activities
Here's what's scheduled, so far. Updates will be made as new things are offered. If you are interested in leading an after school class or club contact during the 2012-13 School year, Connie at conniec@pps.net
The da Vinci library is open until 4:00 pm Tuesday-Fridays
for independent studying and reading and for
Math & Science tutoring Mondays-Thursdays 2:50-3:50.
Registration form for NEW classes is in the April 11th edition of the Scroll
Mondays
Climbing Club at 3:00 walk to Portland Rock Gym for 3:30-5:00 class January 7 - March 18
Download Rocky Gym Waiver here
There are no sessions on non-school days. $135 + $20 show rental, if needed. For more info contact da Vinci parent liaison Chandra Pond chandrapond@gmail.com or Maika Yeigh yeigh@comcast.net
NEW Designing Your World presented by Girls, Inc. 3:00-5:00 pm April 1-May 20 $50
For 6th & 7th grade girls - Have fun with hands-on science, engineering and technology projects. Learn about careers in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) fields. Register for this class online www.girlsincnworegon.org
NEW Comedy Sportz Mondays & Wednesdays May 13-June 5 $90
Taught by Comedysportz professionals, this class covers improvisation techniques and play in a very fun yet organized and concise manner. There will be 7 class meetings plus a sharing show, and opportunities to perform at halftime at a Comedysportz Pro Show on a Friday or Saturday night. For more information call 503.236.8888. REgister online at https://www.portlandcomedy.com/register
NEW Jewelry Making 3:00-4:30 April 15- June 12$40
Learn basic bead and chainmaille weave techniques to creat your own jewelry! In this 8-week class we will explore how to make your own findings from bead and wire and then we will learn how to string them together to design your own custom pieces. The possibilities are endless! Tools for use during class time will be provided, as well as beads, wire and jump rings to practice with. Students will be given a list of tools, supplies and places to shop if they decided they really love it. Offered by parent Ariana Orton. Call her for more details 501-891-9654
Tuesdays
Jazz Band 3:00-4:15 Tuesdays & Thursdays, too. (Any musician that can read music is welcome.) $160 per semester; Exploration of Jazz, latin & Rock in the big band setting. Emphasis is on ensemble playing, phrasing, improvisation. Students are expected to be reasonably proficient with one year of experience on their instrument and should be preapred to practice outside of class. Instrumentation includes: alto, tenor & baritone saxes; trumpets; trombones; baritone; guitar; bass; drums and percussion. Other instruments accepted with your instructor approval. Offered by J. Stu Fessant jstuart@igrooverecording.com
NEW Computer Game Making Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:00-5:30 April 9-May 2 $100 (8 sessions)
Don't just play games, make them! Students will be introduced to the process of creating 2-D games using Multimedia Fusion 2. Get a chance to work both on your own project and in a group. Prior programing experience is not required, though basic familiarity with Windows is expected.
NEW Mini Comic Workshop 3:00-4:30 April 16-June 11 $100 for 9 weeks
Back for a third installment... Students will create an anthology or mini-comic/zine. During class the primary focus will be on studio time, preceded by discussion of tools and methods, story/character development and inspiration. Students are encouraged to bring examples of comics and graphic novels, especially on the first day. Offered by Jaren Souza http://jaredsouza.blogspot.com/
Wednesdays
Marimba 3:15-4:15 Class starts September 12th and runs throughout the school year $250
Join da Vinci's very own marimba band and learn to play high-energy marimba music from Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa. No prior experience necessary! Offered by former Boka Marimba member MyLinda King at her home, just 3 blocks from da Vinci, participating students walk together after initially being escorted by a da Vinci staff member. Check out last year's group on this YouTube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omuc1EEGnvs&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Spanish 3:00-3:50 $275 for 25 sessions starting October 3rd
Offered by Kids Like Languages Register at www.kidslikelanguages.com or call 503-492-1700
Thursdays
Jazz Band 3:00-4:15 Tuesdays & Thursdays (see details on Tuesday's listing)
Tap 2 3:30-4:30 starts Oct 4th for fee and registration email dancescapellc@yahoo.com
For Dance II level da Vinci students
Tap 3/4 5:15-6:15 starts Oct 4th for fee and registration email dancescapellc@yahoo.com
For Dance III & Dance IV level da Vinci students
Fridays
No classes on Fridays at this time
CAMP FIRE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT THE ROOST
Friendships and social space are an important part of the middle school years. Not every part of the non-school hours of the day could and should be filled with organized activities, spent in front of electronic media or out at shops and parks. Sunnyside Swap Shop Co-op and Camp Fire Columbia collaborate to provide one of the few places specifically for middle schooler's that students love and parents feel good about: The Roost. New site on facebook.
The Roost is perched on top of the Sunnyside Methodist Church building across from Sunnyside Environmental School. The Roost is funded by family and local community donations. Families who can afford to do so, donate $55 per month for each day of the week their student Roosts. No families are turned away for lack of funds. Full and partial sponsorships are available. Your student can Roost for the day without charge their first visit. To find out how . . . www.sunnysideswapshop.org or contact Karen Hery, Sunnyside Swap Shop Co-op facilitator/coordinator (503) 407-2667.
NEW!!! ROOST AND SKATE:
New at The Roost in 2012 . . . come to The Roost on Wednesdays and have the option of spending part of your Roost day at Commonwealth Skate Park (with transportation to and from The Roost) starting the second week of school in 2012. Parents must stop by Commonwealth at 1425 SE 20th Ave. in advance of your student's first Wednesday to sign a waiver in person.
EVEN NEWER!!! Starting in the 2013-14 school year a small bus will be able to transport students from da vinci to the Roost. Space is limited, so contact them for details!
