Curated Course Catalog for PVUSD Families

Mixing Colors and Making a Fizzling Rainbow

(Ages 3-8)

In this one-time science experiment, we will look at primary and secondary colors and then use vinegar and baking soda to create a colored chemical reaction rainbow.

One-time course (30mins)

Superhero Drawing & Story Time : How to Draw Spider-Man

(Ages 3-8)

Learners will listen to stories about Spider-Man and participate in a discussion after the story. Students will make predictions, answer comprehension questions, and more! Class will end with a directed drawing of Spider-Man.

One-time course (25mins)

Spanish Immersion With a Native Spanish Speaker

(Ages 5-9)

In this ongoing online course, students will learn Spanish through immersion with a Native Spanish speaker. In each class students will practice Spanish fluency through conversation.

Ongoing, 1x week course (25mins)

STEM Camp
(Ages 5-8)

Students will complete 8 STEM projects and learn about chemistry, patterns, gravity, cleaning up oil spills, the water cycle, states of matter, construction and coding.

1-week, 5x week course (55mins)

Lego Stem Challenge: Lego Builders Club!  (Ages 5-8)

Calling all Lego lovers. Come join us as we build a new Lego theme each week! In this ongoing class I will present a Lego STEM building challenge for our students to encourage their critical thinking and problem solving with some hands on Lego fun!

Ongoing, 1x week course (30mins)

Pup Party!

(Ages 3-8)

Make some new friends, talk about our favorite Paw Patrol pups, and lend a paw to help the pups patrol the bay where adventure and fun are around every corner in a virtual excursion!

One-time course (45mins)

Frozen Sing Along Art Party: Let’s Draw Princess Anna and Princess Elsa (Ages 3-8)

In this one time art class, you can sing with our Frozen friends and Ms. Katie will help teach your student how to draw Princess Anna and Princess Elsa from Frozen.

One-time course (30mins)

1:1 Tutoring Class- Math, Reading, Writing, Phonics Help for Pre-K to 2nd Grade

(Ages 3-8)

In this course, I will provide tutoring and homework help for children in preschool through second grade in the areas of reading, writing, math, phonics, colors, shapes, letters, etc.

One-time course (30mins)

Smash It Up Video Game Character Workout

(Ages 3-8)

Do a Sonic spin dash! Jump like Mario! Moves from all your favorite video game characters!

One-time course (20mins)

Scrumptious Snackable Science Camp- STEM / STEAM Experiments You Can Eat!

(Ages 4-8)

Have you ever wondered if you can eat your experiments?! Come join me in this interactive course where we can LITERALLY eat our experiments with Chemistry. YUM!

4-weeks, 1x week course (30mins)

Let's Go on an African Safari! (Movement and Discussion Class) (Ages 3-8)

In this class students will be taught 2 facts about 8 different animals that live on the African Plains. With each animal discussed we will do a workout move for 30-45 seconds.

One-time course (20mins)

Spanish 101 Camp: Let's Learn About Different Animals in Spanish

(Ages 4-7)

In this camp, students will learn (with a native Spanish speaker) a new animal in Spanish each week. We will have fun learning the first letter of the animal, their habitat, color, and diet. No previous knowledge of Spanish required.

Ongoing, 1x week course (30mins)

NASA Rovers on Mars: Sojourner, Spirit, Opportunity, Curiosity & Perseverance

(Ages 3-8)

Learn about NASA rovers on Mars and how they got there. See images taken of and/or by Sojourner, Spirit, Opportunity and Curiosity. As well as from Perseverance that recently landed with Ingenuity on the fascinating red planet!

One-time course (35mins)

Mandarin Sing-Along Cycle Time (Ages 3-8)

In this one-time Chinese Mandarin immersion cycle time, we will READ and SING Chinese rhyme songs and learn basic conversations in Chinese-Mandarin.

One-time course (45mins)

Little Einstein’s Laboratory – Experiments Galore Camp! (Ages 4-8)

Calling all young scientists to explore this interactive multisensory approach course, as we conduct a series of hands-on STEM/ STEAM chemistry experiments. Take ordinary household items and turn them into something extraordinary!

4-weeks, 1x week course (30mins)

ACT: The Animal Club for Tweens

(Ages 8-12)

The Animal Club for Tweens is the place where tweens who care about animals can learn about how they can ACT to make the world a better place for all kinds of creatures.

Ongoing, 1x week course (30mins)

Treasure Map Drawing Adventure
(Ages 6-10)

This is a unique drawing exercise to create your own treasure map.

One-time course (55mins)

Cooking With Friends Camp

(Ages 8-13)

For 4 days let's travel the world through food as we cook, bake, and create some seasonal dishes and drinks that you can share with your friends and family for years to come.

1-week, 4x week course (90mins)

After-School Karate Camp Program for Kids: A Fun Introduction to Karate
(Ages 6-11)

This 3-day after-school karate camp is a great introduction to traditional martial arts and self-defense.

1-week, 3x week course (40mins)

Video Game Design (Beginner Coding Part 1

(Ages 7-10)

Create and code your own video game for you and all your friends to play.

6-week, 1x week course (60mins)

The Weirdest Things Animals Do- And Why! Part I
(Ages 7-12)

In this class, learners will be taught about the weirdest things that animals do, and the purpose behind these bizarre behaviors! Did you know that turtles breathe through their butts, or that butterflies fart?!

One-time course (55mins)

8-Week Art Camp: Pencil Sketching Series: Realistic Animals
(Ages 8-13)

Students will sketch animals using basic shapes and shading techniques. Students will learn art concepts including soft strokes, values, proportions, shading and blending.

8-week, 1x week course (55mins)

Wings of Fire Summer Camp: Crafts, Trivia, and Escape Room!

(Ages 8-13)

In this course, students will create two crafts, have a trivia party, and complete an escape room with a new group of friends.

1-week, 4x week course (45mins)

Spanish for Young Learners: Introduction (Part 1)
(Ages 8-12)

Bienvenido to my Spanish for Young Learner's Course!

8-week, 1x week course (50mins)

Lesson 1-Scratch for Beginners-Let's Have Fun While We Learn to Code
(Ages 8-13)

In this one-time course, I'll help you get started in Scratch and we'll create your first program

One-time course (45mins)

Ultimate Animal Camp! Top Animal Attributes

(Ages 8-12)

In this 2 week camp, we will build the ultimate animal, each day adding a new part, then 2 weeks later, a total ultimate animal! (Reptiles, mammals, birds, insects, fish and more)

2-week, 5x week course (45mins)

Create Your Own Character for a Story

(Ages 8-12)

In this 3 day class, students will create their own story character that has a backstory, motivation, physical traits, and more.

1-week, 3x week course (45mins)

Mandarin Chinese Beginner Course for Kids

(Ages 8-12)

This course is to let young kids to have fun learning Chinese.

8-week, 1x week course (45mins)

Landmarks Around the World: Art Camp with Mrs. Natalie

(Ages 6-11)

In this camp, we will take a trip around the world and explore major European landmarks, learn geography, foods, fun facts and receive step by step instruction how to draw or paint famous international landmarks.

1-week, 3x week course (45mins)

Introduction to Piano Fundamentals
(Ages 6-11)

In this eight week course we will introduce you to the art of piano playing.

8-week, 1x week course (30mins)

Science Basics - Introduction to Chemistry
(Ages 11-14)

In this 5-week course, students will learn the basics of middle school chemistry.

5-week, 1x week course (50mins)

Let's Just Draw! Drawing Abstract Art Using Visual Prompts

(Ages 11-14)

In this one-time class, students will draw an abstract art piece from visual prompts.

One-time course (55mins)

From Stardust to Dinosaurs to Today: The Geologic Time Scale

(Ages 11-14)

In this first lesson of the Let's Explore Earth series, students will embark on a scientific journey from the formation of the Earth to the present day, learning about the history of life on Earth through the Geologic Time Scale!

One-time course (50mins)

The Logic Club: Weekly Logic Challenges, Cryptograms, Word Puzzles, & More

(Ages 11-16)

Do you love logic puzzles, brainteaser, or any challenge to test that big brain? This is for you. These puzzles and codes are the basis for many Escape Rooms ! Socialization, Games, Fun, Meme, Memes, Clubs.

Ongoing, 1x week course (50mins)

Speculative Science: Black Holes as an Energy Source
(Ages 10-14)

In this exciting one day course, students will explore the fascinating theoretical concept of black holes as an energy source.

One-time course (50mins)

Let's Explore Earth: An Introduction to Geosciences

(7-weeks OR Summer Camp)

(Ages 11-14)

In this seven-week course, students will be introduced to many different topics within the field of geosciences. This includes the geologic time scale, plate tectonics, rocks and minerals, mountain-building and erosion, glaciers, and more!

7-week, 1x week course (50mins)

The Psychology of Middle School- Friendship, Memory, Bullying, & Stress
(Ages 11-14)

In this 4 week course, students will learn from psychology research, the best ways to understand and navigate the issues of love/friendship, learning/memory, bullying and anxiety/stress reduction.

4-week, 1x week course (45mins)

Knitting Class: Learn to Do the Knit Stitch

(Ages 11-14)

In this one-time class, students will learn how to cast on and do the knit stitch.

One-time course (45mins)

Essay Essentials: Paragraph Practice
(Ages 11-14)

In this three-week English Language Arts writing course, middle school students will learn and practice proper paragraph writing techniques by following easy steps to write narrative, informative, and opinion paragraphs.

3-week, 1x week course (50mins)

Summer Camp: ¡Vamos a Aprender! Beginner Spanish Class

(Ages 11-14)

In this 6-week online course, students will learn Spanish basics and by the end, they will be able to have a basic conversation in Spanish.

6-week, 2x week course (45mins)

Going Out West! History Through America's Secret Slang
(Ages 11-14)

In this one time class, students will learn the hidden historical origin of US expressions derived from crossing the mighty Mississippi and going out west through an interactive discussion and kahoot head-to-head competition.

One-time course (50mins)

Plate Tectonics in the Real World (Volcanoes and More!)
(Ages 11-14)

In this third lesson of the Let's Explore Earth series, we will examine how plate tectonic movement results in the different types of volcanoes (and tsunamis and earthquakes) using fascinating examples from around the globe!

One-time course (50mins)

A Tale of Rival Queens: Queen Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots
(Ages 11-14)

A history of two Queens both ambitious but only one will rule England.

One-time course (55mins)

So, You Think You Can Vote?

(Ages 11-14)

This one-time class will engage students in a lively discussion concerning the history of voting rights in America.

One-time course (55mins)

Introductory ASL (American Sign Language)
(Ages 9-14)

In this 10-week beginner's course, students will learn fingerspelling, numbers, vocabulary, basic conversation, and cultural information related to the Deaf Community.

10-week, 1x week course (60mins)