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Starting Soontux0racer (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Adventures in STEM Using LEGOSTEM/STEAMLet your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects and use special pieces to create your own unique designs! Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Starting SoonUNDP Ukraine (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Afterschool Sewing ClubYouth Community EdBeginners welcome! Kids will learn to use a sewing machine to make a variety of complete projects. Projects include plushies, bags, purses, accessories, and garments All materials are included.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Anime ClubYouth Community EdThis is a Zoom based course. Following the style of a literature analysis club, our anime club students compare the stories and styles of various anime before designing characters and stories of their own. Club meetings include screenings and discussions.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Basic Alterations: HemmingTeenSewing machine experience needed. Finish that garment you’ve been meaning to alter and save money too. Never go to the tailor again! Bring 3 or more of your own garments to start altering in class. Class lessons will be driven by what garments students bring to class to work on. This class is all about hemming. Learn to measure and adjust hems, preserve original jeans hems, blind hem, and more! Class Requirements Sewing 101 or prior sewing machine experience What To Bring At least 3 garments minimum to practice designated techniques on.Adult Community Education Spring '23
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Basketball - SkyhawksSports & RecreationThis fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. Using our progressive curriculum, we focus on the whole player - teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding and defense through skill-based instruction and small-sided scrimmages.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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PopularBasketball - Tx Youth SportsSports & RecreationIf you want to learn how to play basketball and have a chance to play every day this is your camp! Learn how to play basketball in a safe fun environment. We will practice the basics of dribbling, passing, catching, shooting, moving without the ball and playing defense. Then we will learn how to play as a team. This is a great opportunity for kids to learn the basics and have the opportunity to get active!!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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PopularBasketball - Uplifted PerformanceSports & RecreationAre your kids ready to have fun with BASKETBALL? Skills will develop and improve through (Uplifted Performance) specific and proven developmental drills. We will focus on having fun while improving ball-handling, shooting and passing in a team environment. Let's WIN together with our certified and experienced coaches!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Starting SoonCheer and Dance - Tx CheerDance & MusicStudents will learn all the basics of cheerleading, including cheer stunt instruction, jumps, motions and more in a dynamic environment. Although optional, uniforms will be discussed during the first class. Instruction provided by Texas Cheer and Dance.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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PopularMarco Verch Professional Photographer (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Complete ChessSTEM/STEAMComplete Chess offers the After School Chess Club to all chess players from beginner to intermediate level. We offer a nurturing atmosphere of knowledge, where students can then grow into competitive chess players. Chess has so many benefits for students, such as improved concentration, problem-solving, critical thinking, long-term planning, decision making and so much more. Complete Chess invites your child to join our After School Chess Club to enjoy playing and studying this invigorating game.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Cooking & Baking!Culinary ArtsStarting SoonDoes your child LOVE to cook or bake? From Savory to Sweet, this basic course teaches age-appropriate cooking techniques where students gain self-confidence, develop life skills, critical thinking skills and communication skills through hands-on cooking. Each session brings a different syllabus of recipes. This class can accommodate nut allergies. Instructors are professionally trained classroom educators, chefs, or nutritionists. Minimum of 10 required.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Crayola® ArtblazersArts & TheaterHistory is full of revolutionary artists. Discover the inspiring artworks and artists who have changed the world of art, and the world as we know it - from Frida Kahlo’s self-portraits to Keith Haring’s street art. Experiment with art techniques, and use Crayola® art supplies to express your ideas. Design a different unique, artist-inspired creation each class. Create the change you want to see in the world!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Starting SoonDrama KidsArts & TheaterA place where you can be yourself! To be happy and successful in today’s highly competitive world, your child needs to be confident and articulate. Whether destined for the stage or the boardroom, Drama Kids prepares children to speak clearly and confidently, placing them on an easier path for lifelong success. Our acclaimed program encompasses a large volume of fun drama activities aimed at increasing confidence, self-esteem and verbal skills. These activities include Speech, Creative Movement, Structured Improvisations, Dialogue Development and Mini-Scripts. Enthusiastic participation is encouraged. Everyone is a star, and everyone participates fully! The spring semester utilizes all the skills learned from the Fall Semester and concludes with a Spring Performance with awards. A spring performance fee of $50.00, is due payable to Drama Kids on or before the first day of class. Everyone is a star, and everyone participates fully!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Flag Football - Tx Youth SportsSports & RecreationDo you love football? Want to learn how to play? Come and learn the core components of passing, catching, defensive positioning, kicking and de-flagging. This camp is about skill development, fun and being able to showcase skills in a variety of daily games and activities. We do play competitive games at times, but the focus is not on the outcome or score, but on sportsmanship, self-development and improvement. Campers love the drills and activities. This is a great opportunity for kids to learn the basics and have the opportunity to get active in the summer.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Football - Uplifted PerformanceSports & RecreationAre you ready for some FOOTBALL? We will get active, develop skills and have a great time. Take advantage of this opportunity to play right after school. If you love to play “American Football" we will develop specific skills using a non-contact Flag-Football approach with catching, passing, route-running and defensive flag pulling. Let's score some touchdowns together!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Foundation Paper PiercingTeenStarting SoonSewing machine experience needed. Foundational paper piecing is a quilting technique in which you assemble beautiful fabrics using a paper pattern as your template. You actually sew the fabric directly onto the paper, then tear away the paper when you are done. This method allows you to sew different shapes and sizes that often are difficult to sew using traditional piecing methods. The result is intricate, colorful designs that you can incorporate into other projects such as table runners, wall hangings, placemats, and of course, quilts! All materials, patterns and instructions are included.Adult Community Education Spring '23
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Guitar Class- String Theory6Dance & MusicDoes your child want to learn how to play the acoustic or electric guitar? Young musicians will learn some songs using chords and timing including easy fundamental music theory. The possibilities are endless when your child understands music at a fundamental level. The class may be divided into age groups to better serve the students with the curriculum. Giovanni with StringTheory6 guitar lessons has been teaching with NEISD for 13 years. A performance to show your skills will be held at a future concert recital.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Hand Sewing for Little HandsTeenStarting SoonFor ages 4 to 7, or for people of any age who might need some extra fine motor practice. This class focuses on fine motor skills, attention span, bilateral coordination, motor planning, hand-eye coordination, special reasoning, counting and more. They'll be having so much fun, they won't even know they are learning! If the project is amenable to it, and students demonstrate good listening and patience, we will use the sewing machine to finish the project!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Learn to Sew ClubTeenIn Learn to Sew Club, kiddos age 5-8 will learn a mix of hand sewing and machine sewing (yes, they will learn to use a sewing machine! WOW!), focusing on working those fine motor skills, delaying gratification and expanding attention spans and encouraging self-patience. Projects may plushies, garments, fashion accessories, and more. Beginners welcome! All materials included.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Let's Draw, Paint and SculptArts & TheaterYou asked for it, so here it is—a class with all that art has to offer and more! Your child will love experimenting with many different materials while learning lots of new techniques. We’ll learn to draw a wacky llama, and we’ll sculpt and paint a box full of delicious-looking donuts. We’ll even create one of our most popular projects—a snow globe! Parents, you’ll need to make space on the fridge and the mantle for these amazing works of art!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Mad Science NASA: Academy of Future Space ExplorersSTEM/STEAMYoung scientists will encounter outer space in a fun, hands-on environment that incorporates Texas educational standards. Join Mad Science for an amazing session with a new topic each week! NASA: Academy of Future Space Explorers will include the following topics: Planets & Moons, Atmosphere & Beyond, Sun & Stars, Space Travel, Space Technology and Living in Space and more! Young scientists will experiment with gravity, witness a rocket launch, train to be an astronaut and more! Exploration will continue at home with a take home project each class. Join the fun and become a "Mad Scientist"!Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Memory Teddy BearTeenMachine sewing experience needed for this class. If you need to learn how to use a machine, please register for "Sewing 101--The Basics" before taking this class. In this class you will use your favorite fabric (or a large or XL cotton or flannel shirt) to create a snuggly teddy bear. We provide stuffing and the pattern. You'll learn: How to sew curves How to read a pattern Proper pinning and cutting technique How to manage a consistent seam around curves Handy tricks and tips to reduce frustration and increase JOY! ...and more! Class Requirements Basic machine sewing experience needed.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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PopularMy Art StarzArts & TheaterCalling all artists! Join us for a 12-week session of drawing and painting fun! Students will learn fine art techniques as they explore watercolor, acrylic on canvas, drawing, collage, chalk pastels, and clay sculpture! Kids are guided through step-by-step lessons to learn techniques, and they are encouraged to put their own "personal touch" to their projects as they learn about color theory, value, composition and more. They learn to make personal choices, contribute ideas, work together & independently and nurture their imaginations all while having FUN! Sign up today as class size is limited. A $40 supply fee is due separately to My Art Starz and can be paid online at http://www.myartstarz.comYouth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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Rock Band DrumsDance & MusicDo you or your child want to play drums and want to learn to play in a rock band, join StringTheory6 and start rocking some awesome songs in your playlist. You will learn basic fundamental timing and a realistic approach to start jamming with your friends. A performance to show your skills will be held at a future concert recital with other teens in a real band setting. StringTheory6 will give you the knowledge and skills you need to join a band. Concert participation not required to attend class. Giovanni has been teaching the gift of music with NEISD for 13 years.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
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SAT Test PrepTeenThis five-hour seminar will allow students to become more familiar with the SAT and give them a chance to improve their scores. A student could benefit from even a small score increase, in a scholarship or special honors courses and programs. awarding scholarships and when inviting students to enroll in special honors courses and programs. Experience shows that students who take this seminar achieve an average score increase of one to five points. Of course, the individual score increase depends on the amount of time and effort that students spend working with the materials they will receive at this seminar. The ZAPS Learning Company has been the leading provider of ACT/SAT/PSAT test-preparation seminars since 1984.Youth & Teen Community Ed Spring '23
