Fee-Based $160.00/Family for a 16-week workshop meeting once a week for 55min, beginning on January 6 and ending on May 5, from 4 - 4:55pm. Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included.  

Maybe you love the idea of making art, but you don't know where to begin.  Maybe you like to get creative but don't want to deal with the mess!  Kids LOVE to make art beside their parents!  Join Zoe Flores on a mixed media adventure made for families with children 5 and above!  Spend the semester exploring handmade percussion instruments and art projects centered around music.  We provide all of the supplies, and you unleash the creativity!  If cancelled for weather or teacher illness, a make-up day will be tacked onto end of semester.  [Starts 1/6/26. No Class during Spring Break March 17. Ends on May 5.]

Fee-Based $120.00/student for a 16-week workshop meeting once a week for 55min, beginning on January 6 and ending on May 5, from 5 - 5:55pm. Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included. 

You've probably seen her murals all over San Angelo, Zoe is one seriously creative cat!  Join Zoe on an adventure she LOVES to share with kids- character creation! Learn various skills and techniques you can use for designing and drawing your own fictional character, and then learn how to bring that character to life with a 3-D figure.  Take that one step further and develop costume ideas to become that character yourself! No make-up classes offered.  If cancelled for weather or teacher illness, a make-up day will be tacked onto end of semester.  [Starts 1/6/26. No Class during Spring Break March 17. Ends on May 5.]

[Student must be 7 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.] This is a Fee-Based $60.00 semester-long class meeting once a week for 55 minutes every Wednesday from 10-10:55AM, from January 7 - May 6.  Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included.   ALL NEW PROJECTS different from fall semester! In this hands-on art class, students explore the lives and signature styles of Kandinsky, Warhol, Picasso, and Kahlo. Each week, young artists will discover what made these masters unique—their styles, techniques, inspirations, and impact on the art world. Through guided projects using similar mediums and themes, they experiment with each artist’s unique approach. By the end of the semester, students create a collection of original masterpieces inspired by these legendary creators. No make-up classes are offered.   [Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26.]

*No refunds for students removed from the class after the semester has begun.  Please plan on attending your art class every week to maximize your experience and be able to complete all projects in the curriculum.

[Student must be 7 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.] This is a Fee-Based $60.00 semester-long class meeting once a week for 55 minutes every Wednesday from 11-11:55AM, from January 7 - May 6.  Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included.  In this imaginative class, students dive into the creative world of outer space while learning fundamental art skills. They explore a variety of mediums—from drawing and painting to cardboard and collage—to bring cosmic ideas to life. By the end, students create artwork that’s truly out of this world. No make-up classes are offered.    [Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26.]

*No refunds for students removed from the class after the semester has begun.  Please plan on attending your art class every week to maximize your experience and be able to complete all projects in the curriculum.

[Student must be 10 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.] This is a Fee-Based $60.00 semester-long class meeting once a week for 55 minutes every Wednesday from 12:30-1:25PM, from January 7 - May 6.  Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included.  In this introductory sculpting class, students learn the core foundations of three-dimensional art. They practice constructing wire armatures, building mass with tin foil, and molding forms with clay. By the end, students gain confidence creating sturdy, expressive sculptures from the ground up. No make-up classes are offered.   [Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26.]

*No refunds for students removed from the class after the semester has begun.  Please plan on attending your art class every week to maximize your experience and be able to complete all projects in the curriculum.

[Student must be 8 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.]

This is a Fee-Based $60.00 semester-long class meeting once a week for 55 minutes every Thursday from 10-10:55AM, from January 8-May 7.  Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included.  Come level up on your design skills in this mixed media class where you'll brand and design your own tabletop game or card deck!  From concept to packaging, you'll be imagining a game, the game pieces, and all of the rules for a marvelous tabletop gaming party.  No make-up classes are offered.   [Starts 1/8/26, No class during Spring Break 3/19. Ends 5/7/26.]

*No refunds for students removed from the class after the semester has begun.  Please plan on attending your art class every week to maximize your experience and be able to complete all projects in the curriculum.

[Student must be 9 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.]

This is a Fee-Based $60.00 semester-long class meeting once a week for 55 minutes every Thursday from 11-11:55AM, from January 8-May 7.  Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included.  In this hands-on art class, kids will explore the world of sculpture and construction using one of the most accessible and fun materials—cardboard! They'll learn how to turn simple sheets of cardboard into amazing 3D models, dioramas, and sculptures, experimenting with cutting, folding, and assembling to create their own imaginative designs. Students will also discover how artists use these techniques in the real world, from set design to large-scale installations. By the end of the course, they'll have crafted their own unique creations and gained a deeper understanding of how to bring their ideas to life through sculpture and construction. It's a perfect mix of creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on fun! No make-up classes are offered.  This class is taught by Zoe Flores. Zoe is a San Angelo based artist with a passion for vibrant art in all forms. No make-up classes are offered.   [Starts 1/8/26, No class during Spring Break 3/19. Ends 5/7/26.]

*No refunds for students removed from the class after the semester has begun.  Please plan on attending your art class every week to maximize your experience and be able to complete all projects in the curriculum.

[Student must be 12 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.]

This is a Fee-Based $60.00 semester-long class meeting once a week for 55 minutes every Thursday from 12:30-1:25PM, from January 8-May 7.  Must sign up for the semester. All supplies included.   In this hands-on art class, kids will explore the world of sculpture and construction using one of the most accessible and fun materials—cardboard! They'll learn how to turn simple sheets of cardboard into amazing 3D models, dioramas, and sculptures, experimenting with cutting, folding, and assembling to create their own imaginative designs. Students will also discover how artists use these techniques in the real world, from set design to large-scale installations. By the end of the course, they'll have crafted their own unique creations and gained a deeper understanding of how to bring their ideas to life through sculpture and construction. It's a perfect mix of creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on fun! No make-up classes are offered.  This class is taught by Zoe Flores. Zoe is a San Angelo based artist with a passion for vibrant art in all forms. No make-up classes are offered.   [Starts 1/8/26, No class during Spring Break 3/19. Ends 5/7/26.]

*No refunds for students removed from the class after the semester has begun.  Please plan on attending your art class every week to maximize your experience and be able to complete all projects in the curriculum.

[Student must be 9 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.  If you've never taken music theory, please sign up for this class!]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester-long class meeting once a week on Mondays from 12:30-1:25PM, beginning on August 18. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PLAY AN INSTRUMENT TO TAKE THIS CLASS!  This class, taught by LaMont Allen, will offer students a comprehensive knowledge base for building musical skills.  Our primary text will be the Primo Music Theory Series. We will be building music fundamentals such as understanding the layout of a keyboard, decoding rhythms, and learning notes of a staff, students are then introduced to more complex vocabulary and music recognition.  As a student advances through the grade levels the class will introduce concepts of harmony and melody that lead to harmonic analysis, part writing and voice leading. 

[Starts 1/5. NO Class Monday 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 (Spring Break), 4/6 (Easter Monday), ends on 5/4.]

[Student must be 9 years of age by March 1, 2026 and you must have completed levels 1-2 to participate.  If you've never taken music theory, please sign up for levels 1-2.]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester-long class meeting on Thursdays from 12:30-1:25PM beginning on Thursday, January 8th. This class is taught by Mr. Lamont Allen as a great foundation for anyone interested in music, intended for students that have completed Levels 1-2.  You do NOT have to play an instrument to benefit from and enjoy this class!  If you DO play an instrument or eventually join band or orchestra, your progress in this class will catapult you ahead of your peers!  [Starts 1/8/26, No class during Spring Break 3/19. Ends 5/7/26.]

[Student must be 9 years of age by March 1, 2026, and you must have completed levels 1-4 to participate.  If you've taken Music Theory elsewhere, we will give you a placement test to find out what level you need to continue, if you have never taken music theory, please sign up for levels 1-2.]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester-long class meeting once a week on Wednesdays from 12:30-1:25PM, beginning on January 7 and ending on May 6th. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PLAY AN INSTRUMENT TO TAKE THIS CLASS! This class will offer students a comprehensive knowledge base for building musical skills.  Our primary text will be the Primo Music Theory Series.  Continuing on from building music fundamentals such as understanding the layout of a keyboard, decoding rhythms, and learning notes of a staff, students are introduced to more complex vocabulary and music recognition.  As a student advances through the grade levels the class will introduce concepts of harmony and melody that lead to harmonic analysis, part writing and voice leading.  

[Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26.]

[Student must be 9 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester-long class meeting once a week on Thursdays from 11-11:55AM, beginning on January 8 and ending on May 7th. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PLAY AN INSTRUMENT TO TAKE THIS CLASS! Students in this engaging class will learn the answers to these five music centered questions:

• Who are some of the most recognized composers for band, choral, keyboard and orchestral literature?

• What are some interesting facts about the composers' lives and their music?

• What are some well-known literature selections for band, choir, keyboard, and orchestra?

• Which key musical elements are important in band, choral, keyboard, and orchestral literature?

• Who are some renowned conductors and performers of band, choral, keyboard, and orchestral literature?

​Students who complete this course are usually prepared to participate in the Texas UIL and PSIA Music Memory Programs.  Because this is a pilot program for Emmanuel School of Fine Arts, we will not be competing at the completion of the semester.  [Starts 1/8/26, No class during Spring Break 3/19. Ends 5/7/26.]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester-long class meeting once a week on Mondays from 11-11:55AM beginning on January 5th and ending on May 4th. Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument of choice.  All students will also need a copy of the Essential Elements Book 1 for their specific instrument which can be purchased at Tarpley.  All other music will be provided. Mr. Lamont Allen will work with beginner level students ages 11 and above learning to playing woodwind and brass instruments in a concert band setting. No experience is required. Some instruments are available to borrow on a first come first served basis from our Instrument Library.  Otherwise, you will need to purchase or rent your own instrument. This class together with Music Theory Levels 1-2 is an ideal foundation for studying an instrument, that is why they are scheduled on the same day!  [Starts 1/5. NO Class Monday 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 (Spring Break), 4/6 (Easter Monday), ends on 5/4.]

[Student must be 11 years of age by March 1, 2026, have one school year studying their instrument, or audition to participate. If you are entirely new to band, please enroll in the Head Start for Band class on Mondays. Our teachers will guide you to the class where your student will be MOST successful.] 

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester-long class meeting TWICE a week beginning on January 7th with sectionals. Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument of choice.  All students will also need a copy of the Essential Elements Book 2 for their specific instrument which can be purchased at Tarpley.  All other music will be provided.

Each instrument family will meet for 55 minutes every Wednesday for "sectionals" beginning on 1/7/26.  The full Concert Band will rehearse every Thursday from 1:30-3PM beginning on 1/8/26. See more details about your sectional below.  PARTICIPATION IN BOTH SECTIONALS AND GROUP REHEARSALS IS REQUIRED. STUDENTS SHOULD ALSO COMMIT TO PLAYING THEIR INSTRUMENT OUTSIDE OF CLASS TIME TO MAXIMIZE GROWTH & PROGRESS!  Band directors Lois Droegemeier and Lamont Allen are co-teaching this year and will work with beginner and intermediate level students ages 11+ playing woodwind and brass instruments in a concert band setting. Concert band is for returning students or students transferring from another band program with at least one school year on their instrument.  Some instruments are available to borrow on a first come first served basis from our Instrument Library. If you want to be contacted about a loaner instrument you must email the director immediately after enrolling in the class (esofa@emmanuel-sa.org). Requests will be handled only via email in the order received.  If you are BRAND NEW to the band program, you should enroll in "Head Start for Band" on Mondays.  Head Start for band will NOT have sectionals.  [Starts 1/7 sectionals and 1/8 full rehearsal. NO CLASSES Ash Wednesday 2/18, no classes during Spring Break 3/18 and 3/19. Ends 5/7/26. Block Party Concert Date TBD.]

[Students should have one academic year of band experience on their instrument and be able to read music or a minimum of 9 months of private lessons to participate or audition for placement.] 

This is a fee-based [$80] semester-long class meeting ONCE a week for 60 minutes every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm beginning on January 8th and ending on May 7th. Students will need to provide their own instrument excluding vibraphone, marimba, piano and drums (suggested instruments are Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Upright Bass or Electric Bass, Acoustic or Electric Guitar, Clarinet, all Saxophones, or Flute.) Students will also need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder. Sheet music will be provided. 

Mr. Allen will be introducing students to Jazz band principles including skills in tone, intonation, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, articulation, harmony, phrasing, style, and improvisation.  [Starts 1/8/26, No class during Spring Break 3/19. Ends 5/7/26. There will be group performances associated with this class. Date TBD.]

[Interested students should email Lamont_Allen@emmanuel-sa.org] 

This is a fee-based [$160 - this class has 4 professional musician mentors for students to work with!] semester-long class meeting ONCE a week for 60 minutes on Mondays from 6-7pm beginning January 5th-May 4th. Students who need tuition assistance can fill out a form with the office for a partial scholarship! Students will need to provide their own instrument excluding vibraphone, marimba, piano and drums (suggested instruments are Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Upright Bass or Electric Bass, Acoustic or Electric Guitar, Clarinet, all Saxophones, or Flute.) Students will also need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder. Sheet music will be provided. 

In this jam session, students will get to practice improvising with pre-selected songs of the week. This class is specifically geared toward students who want to work on improvisation (a skill that is rated during All Region Jazz Auditions!). Mentors include John Talley on piano (from the West Texas Jazz Orchestra), Mark Wilson on bass (from ASU), Jimmy Shanks on drums (ESOFA instructor and local musician with several bands), LaMont Allen on sax (ESOFA instructor and local musician).  Rhythm section students are also welcome; we have a vibraphone and a marimba. [Starts 1/5. NO Class Monday 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 (Spring Break), 4/6 (Easter Monday), ends by 5/12/26 and will likely participate in a concert at Emmanuel or out in the community, TBD.]

[Students should have one academic year of band experience on their saxophone and be able to read music or a recommendation from their teacher. You can sign up for this class in Studio Helper on December 8th.  Questions should be directed to Lamont_Allen@emmanuel-sa.org]

FEE-BASED ENSEMBLE [$160] semester-long commitment beginning on January 5 and ending NLT May 23. If you play the saxophone, you can pay one $160 fee and be eligible to play for any quartet and the mass choir with as many rehearsals per week that you want to participate in.  "MASS SAXOPHONE CHOIR" OPEN TO ALL LEVELS, NO AUDITION - weekly rehearsal on Mondays at 4. Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument of choice [Alto, Soprano, Tenor, or Baritone Saxophone]. Sheet music will be provided.

Students will be expected to work on learning instrument choir music independently.  Instrument choir rehearsals will be for putting music together as an ensemble - not for learning the music for the first time. Students who join this group will need to have a habit of practicing on their own.  This ensemble will be performing a variety of musical repertoire including but not limited to classical chamber music, jazz and pop music genres.  [Please contact the instructor NOW if you want to participate so we can anticipate how large the group will be and plan accordingly! Rehearsals will begin the week of 1/5/26. This is a performance group with opportunities to play at various venues around San Angelo, TBD. Class will end by 5/15/26.]

[Students should have one academic year of band experience on their saxophone and be able to read music or a minimum of 9 months of private lessons to participate. Interested students should email Lamont_Allen@emmanuel-sa.org]

This is a fee-based [$160] semester-long commitment beginning on January 5 and ending NLT May 23. If you play the saxophone, you will pay one $160 fee and be eligible to play for any quartet and the mass choir.  MONDAY SAXOPHONE QUARTET GROUP A is from 5-6pm each week. Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument of choice [Alto, Soprano, Tenor, or Baritone Saxophone]. Sheet music will be provided. Interested students will be placed in one of two combos based on their audition.

Students will be expected to work on learning saxophone quartet music independently.  Saxophone quartet rehearsals will be for putting music together as an ensemble - not for learning the music for the first time. Students who join this group will need to have a habit of practicing on their own.   Theses ensembles will be performing a variety of musical repertoire including but not limited to classical chamber music, jazz and pop music genres.  The types of groups will depend on the number of students registered, available instrumentation, and student musical interests.  [Please contact the instructor NOW if you want to participate! Rehearsals will begin the week of 1/5/26. These are performance groups with opportunities to play at various venues around San Angelo, TBD. Class will end by 5/23/26.]

[Students should have one academic year of band experience on the trumpet and be able to read music or a minimum of 9 months of private lessons to participate. Interested students should email Lamont_Allen@emmanuel-sa.org]

This is a fee-based [$80] semester-long commitment: Meeting every Wednesday morning from 10-10:30am. Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument. Sheet music will be provided.

Students will be expected to work on learning trumpet choir music independently.  Trumpet choir rehearsals will be for putting music together as an ensemble - not for learning the music for the first time. Students who join this group will need to have a habit of practicing on their own.   This ensembles will be performing a variety of musical repertoire including but not limited to classical chamber music, jazz and pop music genres.  [Please contact the instructor NOW if you want to participate! Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends by 5/12/26.] This is a performance group with opportunities to play at various venues around San Angelo, TBD. Class will end by May 12, 2026]

[Students should have one academic year of band experience on their flute and be able to read music or a minimum of 9 months of private lessons to participate. Interested students should email Lamont_Allen@emmanuel-sa.org]

This is a fee-based [$80] semester-long commitment: Meeting every Thursday from 4:30-5pm each week. Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument. Sheet music will be provided. 

Students will be expected to work on learning flute choir music independently.  Flute choir rehearsals will be for putting music together as an ensemble - not for learning the music for the first time. Students who join this group will need to have a habit of practicing on their own.  This ensemble will be performing a variety of musical repertoire including but not limited to classical chamber music, jazz and pop music genres. [Please contact the instructor NOW if you want to participate! Starts 1/8/26. NO CLASS during Spring Break 3/19. Ends by 5/12/26.] This is a performance group with opportunities to play at various venues around San Angelo, TBD. Class will end by May 12, 2026.]

[Students should have one academic year of band experience on their flute and be able to read music or a minimum of 9 months of private lessons to participate. Interested students should email Lois Droegemeier lodroeg@gmail.com ]

NO FEE: Meeting every Monday from 6-7pm each week. Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument. Sheet music will be provided. 

Students will be expected to work on learning clarinet choir music independently.  Clarinet choir rehearsals will be for putting music together as an ensemble - not for learning the music for the first time. Students who join this group will need to have a habit of practicing on their own.  This ensemble will be performing a variety of musical repertoire including but not limited to classical chamber music, jazz and pop music genres. [Please contact the instructor NOW if you want to participate! Rehearsals will begin the week of 17/26. NO Class Monday 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/6. This is a performance group with opportunities to play at various venues around San Angelo, TBD. Class will end by 5/12/26.]

[Student must be 11 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.]

This is a fee-based [$80] semester long group class meeting once a week every Monday, 10-10:55AM, from January 5th - May 4th. Additionally, students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and cello/stand-up bass with a rock-stop, and a bow with rosin.  All music will be provided. 

Orchestra Director Fred Handley works with beginner level students ages 11-18 interested in playing the cello and stand up bass.  No experience required.  We have 4 cellos in a variety of sizes and one stand up bass available to borrow on a first come first served basis from our Instrument Library - you must EMAIL esofa@emmanuel-sa.org after you have registered to inquire about the cello sizes.  Requests will be handled in the order received.  Designed for students with no prior experience reading or playing music. Students typically stay in this class for 2 semesters before joining the upper-level performance orchestras. 

[Starts 1/5. NO Class Monday 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 (Spring Break), 4/6 (Easter Monday), ends on 5/4. String recital April 30th.]

[Student is continuing from the fall semester or transferring in from another program with experience to participate.]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester long class meeting ONCE a week on Wednesdays from 9-9:55am, from January 7th through May 6th..  Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument of choice by August 20.  All music will be provided.

For returning students.  We have violins in a variety of sizes available to borrow on a first come first served basis from our Instrument Library.  Students typically stay in this class for 2 semesters before moving to the intermediate orchestras. Returning students who need extra help can register for this class as well. [Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26. String Recital April 30th.]

HOW TO MEASURE FOR A VIOLIN OR VIOLA

[Student must be 10 years of age by March 1, 2026, returning from last year, or have 9 months of private lessons to participate. Please contact the instructor if you have questions about placement fred.handley43@gmail.com] 

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester long class meeting ONCE a week on Wednesdays from 10-10:55am, from January 7th through May 6th.  Students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and their instrument of choice by January 7.  All music will be provided.

For returning intermediate level students ages 10-18 interested in playing the violin, viola, cello, and upright bass.  If you are transferring to our school from another school district or private lessons, please speak to our staff about placement.  We have violins in a variety of sizes available to borrow on a first come first served basis from our Instrument Library.  Designed for students with some prior experience reading or playing music. Students typically stay in this class for 2 semesters before joining the upper-level performance orchestras. 

 [Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26. String Recital April 30th.]

HOW TO MEASURE FOR A VIOLIN OR VIOLA

[Student is returning from last year or transitioning from another orchestra program and/or private instructor with an audition.]

This is a fee-based [$80] semester long class meeting ONCE a week every Wednesday for a full rehearsal beginning January 5th through May 6th from 11-11:55am. Additionally, students will need a BLACK 1" three-ring binder and violin/viola with chin and shoulder rest, or cello/stand-up bass with a rock-stop, and a bow with rosin.  All music will be provided. 

Open to violin, viola, cello, and bass musicians with previous experience - you must be either a returning student from last year, transferring from another orchestra class in public/private school, or have taken private lessons on your instrument for 9 months.  Chamber Orchestra will rehearse on Wednesdays at 11AM for 55 minutes. Some instruments are available to borrow on a first come first served basis from our Instrument Library. To secure one of these instruments you must first enroll and then email esofa@emmanuel-sa.org with a size specific request.  We will handle these inquiries in the order they are received.  [Starts 1/7/26. NO WEDNESDAY CLASSES: Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26. Block Party May 3 in the afternoon/evening.]

HOW TO MEASURE FOR A VIOLIN OR VIOLA

[Student must be 9 years of age by March 1, 2026, to participate.]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester long class meeting once a week every Wednesday from 12:30-1:25PM, beginning on January 7th and ending on May 6th.  This class is a CONTINUATION from beginner guitar in the fall, students will learn foundational techniques and beginner chord progressions with Buddy Wright.  Brand new students with no experience should inquire about private lessons. Beginners with little to no experience are encouraged to attend this class! Songs featuring common chords such as G C, A, F, D, E, Em, Am, and Dsus, will be introduced.  This is an introductory session for anyone who wants to sing and/or play the guitar.  Students who practice and progress faster than others can be moved to the more advanced circle at the teacher's discretion. Students bring their own guitar. [We have several acoustic guitars in the instrument library if your student needs one. Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26. Guitar Circle Campfire Recital happens on the day of the Block Party, Date TBD.]

[Student must be 9 years of age by March 1, 2026, AND an intermediate level musician on their instrument.  All musicians will learn how to read chord charts in this class, but some music theory experience on their instrument is required to participate. If you are brand new to your instrument, please sign up for a beginner level course.]

This is a Fee-Based [$80] semester long class meeting once a week every Wednesday from 1:30-2:25PM, beginning on January 7th and ending on May 6th.  Have you ever attended a contemporary worship service at church and wondered how the musicians play together and lead others in worship with their musical skills?  In this class, students will learn how to read chord charts and apply that knowledge to playing worship music in a worship team setting. Contemporary Worship music featuring common chords such as G C, A, F, D, E, Em, Am, and Dsus, will be introduced.  Class will be a mixture of acoustic guitar, ukulele, bass guitar, violin, cello, percussion, and piano. Students should bring their own instrument, we will provide piano, marimba and drum set when needed. [We have several acoustic guitars in the instrument library if your student needs one. Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26. Guitar Circle Campfire Recital happens on the day of the Block Party, Date TBD.]

Fee-Based $175.00: This is a semester long class meeting every Monday for 55min from 10-9:55AM, beginning January 5th - May 4th. BONUS! This class will meet all of the requirements for several Boy Scout, Girl Scout, American Heritage Girl, and Trail Life achievement badges requiring: Designing Robots, Programming Robots, and Coding! This class builds upon the skills introduced in the beginner class. Students use their basic understanding of motors and sensors to build and coded robots of their own design- no instructions are provided!  Students compete in mini challenges such as "Hungry Hippos" and "Robot Jenga" for prizes. Coding will involve math (decimals, fractions, distance), physics, multi-step problem solving, and critical thinking! This class is ideal for students who want a challenge but are not interested in competing against other schools. This class is taught by Karyn Kuniyuki. [Starts 1/5. NO Class Monday 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 (Spring Break), 4/6 (Easter Monday), ends on 5/4.]

Fee-Based $200.00: This is a semester long class meeting every Wednesday for 55min from 9-9:55AM, beginning January 7th - May 6th. This hands-on course introduces students to the basic functions and coding for each motor and sensor in Lego NXT robotics kit, including on-brick programming.  Coding involves math (decimals, fractions, distance), physics, multi-step problem solving, and critical thinking!  Students hone their skills during weekly challenges and group activities.  Course is required for students brand new to LEGO robotics building & coding.  This class is taught by Karyn Kuniyuki. [Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26.]

Fee-Based $200/semester: This class meets every Wednesday from 10:00-10:55AM. This class is intended for students who just finished the competition season or participated in Battle Bots at summer camp. Students use their basic understanding of motors and sensors to build and coded robots of their own design- no instructions are provided!  Students compete in mini challenges such as "Hungry Hippos" and "Robot Jenga" for prizes, content is adjusted to make sure all students are tackling a new battle concept. Coding will involve math (decimals, fractions, distance), physics, multi-step problem solving, and critical thinking! This class is taught by Karyn Kuniyuki. [Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26.]

Fee-Based $160.00: This is a semester long class meeting every Wednesday for 55min from 11-11:55AM, beginning January 7th and ending on May 6th. This class is designed for our youngest Lego Engineers who are eager to start robotics but don't yet have the math skills for intricate coding.  This hands-on building-based class will focus on designing and building simple machines that work with manpower [pulleys, levers, wheels and axels, wedges, inclined planes, and gears]. Objectives will include: building solid structures that don't easily fall apart, understanding the benefits of a symmetrical design, identifying simple machines we see in everyday life and replicating them with Lego, and constructing designs without step-by-step directions. This is not a coding class, but a foundational class that will enhance and elevate the potential of future robot builds.  {This class does NOT use the EV3 robots, these students have skills to learn first to be successful with the EV3. We DO use motors with switches!}  This class is co-taught by Karyn Kuniyuki.

[Starts 1/7/26. NO CLASS Ash Wednesday 2/18, no class during Spring Break 3/18. Ends 5/6/26.]

Fee-Based $200.00: This is a semester long class meeting every Thursday for 55min from 9-9:55AM, beginning January 8th - May 7th. BONUS! This class will meet all of the requirements for several Boy Scout, Girl Scout, American Heritage Girl, and Trail Life achievement badges requiring: Designing Robots, Programming Robots, and Coding! This hands-on course introduces students to the basic functions and coding for each motor and sensor in Lego NXT robotics kit, including on-brick programming.  Coding involves math (decimals, fractions, distance), physics, multi-step problem solving, and critical thinking!  Students hone their skills during weekly challenges and group activities.  Course is required for students brand new to LEGO robotics building & coding. This class is taught by Karyn Kuniyuki. [Starts 1/8/26. No class during Spring Break 3/19. Ends 5/7/26.]