Buckman SUN Registration and Course Descriptions

Session Begins: September 15th

Session Ends: December 12th

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IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION

REGISTRATION: In order to ensure that your registration form is processed, please make sure to bring the following: 1) A com-pleted registration form (make sure both sides are completely filled out); 2) A completed scholarship form and documenta-tion (if applicable); and 3) Payment, or at least the 1st installment of 1/3 of cost as well as dates of the next installments. Full payment for community partner classes must be made at registration. Registrations that do not include all of the above may not be able to be processed until the required items are brought in.

LOTTERY: If you are interested in Lego Robotics or Drama please pick up a lottery form near the SUN bulletin board. Lottery forms are due by Tuesday, September 9th @ 5pm. This helps alleviate longer registration lines.

SNACK & CLASS TIMES: Children are to report directly to the Cafeteria at 3 pm for snack (Tuesdays in Dance Studio). To re-duce the chance of lost items, please encourage students to leave belongings in their locker. If your child has food allergies or is a picky eater, please pack a healthy snack and drink for them. We serve a snack from 3-3:10 pm. From 3:10-3:25 all students will do a group physical activity. Please remind your child to participate fully in these aerobic activities. First hour class wil l be from 3:25-4:25. Second hour class will be from 4:30-5:30.

PICK UPS: Children must be signed out from inside the cafeteria after their SUN classes. Please be sure to pick up your child promptly at 4:25 or 5:30 when class ends. If you will regularly be later than 5:30, enroll your child in Late Care. Please limit early pickups during class time. This is disruptive for our teachers and other students and interferes with your child’s learning.

DROP/CHANGE POLICY: Our Drop Policy allows refunds only before Friday of the second week of SUN classes each term. All class changes, drop requests, & changes to who is authorized to pick up your child must be in writing. Grab a “Change Form” by our bulletin board. You can leave these in our mailbox in the school office or bring them to Room 214.

PAYMENT & SCHOLARSHIPS: With documentation of free/reduced lunch, partial scholarships (up to 50%) are available for Im-pactNW SUN classes. Greater financial assistance requires a SUN scholarship form. Partner class scholarships are very limited; speak to SUN staff as soon as possible. If you have unresolved past balance issues, you need to speak with SUN staff before enrolling.

Contact us in the SUN Office in Room 214 Phone: 503.858.0230

Diane Meisenhelter- SUN Site Supervisor dmeisenhelter@impactnw.org Kiraney Cummins- Extended Day Coordinator kcummins@impactnw.org Bobbi Arrillaga– Volunteer Coordinator barrillaga@impactnw.org

Important Dates– Mark Your Calendars! Registration Event: Fri., Sept. 5th 8:30am-9:30am Registration Event: Mon., Sept. 8th 8:30am-9:30am Early Bird Camp*: Sept. 9th-12th 3pm-5:30pm No school? Late Opening? Register for SUN camp!* *Additional registration and fees. Find Extra Activity Reg-istration Form on the SUN kiosk.

Last day of Fall 2014 SUN: Friday, December 12th! **Look for SUN camps in December-Celebrations of Light 12/15-19!**

Buckman SUN Community School is a collaboration of Impact Northwest, Multnomah County Office of School and Community Partnerships, the City of Portland Parks and Recreation Department, and Portland Public Schools.

Mark these

dates on your

calendar!

MONDAY

TUESDAY

3:00—4:25 K-2 Lotions and Potions……………………………………………………….

Help us create soothing body lotions, kitchen chemistry projects, and crea-tive concoctions. This class invites those in grades K-2 to follow directions while learning about measurements, volume, and more.

K-2 Storybooking……………………………………………………………….. From accordion books to star books, there are many styles of books. Cre-

ate books to become the author & illustrator of your own stories! Inspired by your life or imagination, write stories & fill the pages of your book.

K-2 Endangered Animal Safari……………………………………………….. Help save endangered animals! Come with us on a safari around the world to learn why animals are threatened and what people are doing to

help. Art and craft projects will be part of our celebration of these species. 3-5 Cranium Club Now offered Monday-Thursday!..................................

Organize. Focus. Complete your assignments. Relax. Repeat. Get your homework finished early and make more time for getting outside! Fall is here, let’s start it off right!

2-5 Tae-kwon-do……………………………………………………………… Monday & Friday (both days are required to build muscle memory)

Build self-discipline, self-confidence, physical fitness and work towards

promotions. While open to all skill levels, this class is based on the tenets of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, indomitable spirit, and self-control.

3-5 AKA Science………..………………………………………………………. IT'S ALIVE! Grow a bubbling mess, dissect an owl pellet and investigate jumping beans! From shark teeth to camel feet, living things are full of

surprises. Test your reflexes and unlock the science of DNA. PARTNER CLASSES: See Info on Cost

Motion Magic Tumbling K-2……………………………………………...…… Cost $84/term (pay to Motion Magic) Tumbling with a twist, this class uses

imagination, yoga, creative movement and circus arts to make gymnastics into an adventure. The kids will do a gymnastics circuit, learning basic tumbling skills, strength exercises and locomotion. We’ll use fun props too!

Beginning Marimba 3-5……………….…………………………….. Cost: $80 (Payable to Eric Miller)...No previous experience necessary but

lots of physical energy and enthusiasm needed! Learn to play high-energy music on wooden xylophones, called marimbas, all the way from Zim-babwe. There will be singing too!

4:30—5:30 K-2 Color My World……………………………………………………………..

Get crafty in this hands-on class devoted to all things colorful! Explore the color wheel, discover new colors, and create treasures to share with friends and family.

K-3 Get Fit……………………………………………………………………… Learn basic health education around nutrition, hydration, stretching, exer-

cise, and more. Try out aerobic, flexibility, and strength building games and movements as you build a stronger, healthier body.

2-5 Typing and Keyboarding Games– ……….……………………………... Improve your typing and keyboarding skills while having fun! Kids will play high-interest typing games to build skills and speed. A fun and necessary

class for 21st century kids! Get a jump on Smarter Balanced!

3-5 Space Colony……………………………………………………………….

Imagine blasting off into outer space to our virtual colony where we will explore what life would be like on another planet. Use your science, social studies, and math skills to bring this space colony to life!

PARTNER CLASSES: See Info on Cost

Motion Magic Under the Big Top 3-5……………………………….……..… Cost $84/term (pay to Motion Magic) Tumbling, prop manipulation and physical theater come together to create a class that lets children shine,

take appropriate risks, and overcome fears. Laugh as we tumble, stilt walk, walk the balance pipe, hula-hoop and more.

Intermediate Marimba, grades 3-5…Cost: $80 (Payable to Eric Miller) Ongoing Buckman Performance group. Instructor Approval Only

K-2 World of Eric Carle…………………………………………………………

Using his colorful books as inspiration, students will learn more about the natural world and various collage and color techniques.

K-2 Math Made Easy……………………………………………………………. We’ll use games, movement, art, and more this class to build your confi-dence and teach you tips and tricks for making math easy.

K-2 Fabulous Fall……………………………………………………………….. The transition from fall to winter provides tons of seasonal fun as we ex-

plore the outdoors, learn the science of seasons, and witness the magnifi-cent changes this time of the year offers.

3-5 - Graphic Design……………………………………………………………. Have you ever wanted to design a video game box or CD cover? What

types of packaging catch your eye? Learn and practice basic Graphic

Design principles while creating fun and useful products. 3-5 Cranium Club……………………………………………………………….. Offered Monday-Thursday. See Monday’s class description

If your child is in CHORUS...you must enroll them in Cranium Club if they are

enrolled in a 2nd hour class.

PARTNER CLASSES: See Info on Cost Motion Magic Tumbling K-2 Cost $84/term (pay to Motion Magic) Tum-bling with a twist, this class uses imagination, yoga, creative movement

and circus arts to make gymnastics into an adventure. The kids will par-take in a gymnastics circuit, learning basic tumbling skills, strength exer-cises and locomotion. Fun props will be used too!

3:00—4:25

K-2 Cartooning and Storyboarding…………………………………………..

Start the year off right by building literacy skills through storyboarding. Students will learn skills in plot & character development & storylines.

K-2 Super Seuss………………………………………………………………... “Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You. The more that you read, the more things you will know.

The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” We will read his books and make our own rhyming wonders!

3-5 Sewing ………………………….……………..……………………………..

Have fun learning fabric arts using hand and machine sewing techniques. 3-5 Caravans……………………………………………………………………..

You and your classmates are challenged to fill “Big Buck” Billionolla’s new museum with treasures from around the world. Learn geography by joining a caravan with your classmates, plan a route, and travel to as many cities

as possible to gather treasures!

4:30—5:30

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

K-2 ¿Habla Español?.................................................................................

Learn the basics of Spanish through fun games, songs, activities and crafts. Students will build vocabulary and learn simple conversational phrases.

K-2 Number and Pattern Play………………………………………………… Explore the world through numbers and patterns! Learn basic common

concepts and how math is useful in everyday life through fun, hands-on activities, games and projects.

K-2 Science Stories…………………………………………………………… Just turn the page to be an undersea explorer, a mad scientist or a brave astronaut. Read and listen to stories, learn about the science behind their

themes, then perform fun experiments to further explore the concepts. K-3 Soccer ………………………………………………………………………

Join forces with SUN for some fall soccer fun! Kids will learn soccer ba-sics, individual and team skills, and make new friendships that will last on and off the field. Bringing cleats, shin guards, knee-high socks, and a

water bottle will be helpful. This class will be seven weeks and costs

$50. The last class is October 29th. 3-5 Sherlock Holmes……………………………………………………………

Learn to solve mysteries like legendary sleuth, Sherlock Holmes! Ever wonder how the detective from Baker Street solved crimes? Learn about the techniques and science used in both Victorian London and today, and

then try your hand at solving a few mysteries. The game's afoot! 3-5 Cranium Club ………………………….…………………………………… Offered Monday-Thursday. See Monday’s class description.

K-2 Super Structures..................................................................................

Skyscrapers, bridges, domes and more! Everywhere you look you’ll find natural and manmade structures. Build your own structures while practic-ing your basic geometry, measuring and problem solving skills.

K-2 Feathers, Fur, Scales, and More!........................................................ From the smallest to the tallest, and the softest to the slimiest, animals

come in all shapes and sizes. Explore major animal groups—their charac-teristics, behaviors, and the places they live, in this exciting, hands-on class for animal lovers.

K-5 Gardening…………………………………………………………………… Help care for the Buckman Community Garden while learning about plants

and their health. Find out more about local produce and have fun with food preparation.

3-5 Cranium Club ……………………...………………………………………. Offered Monday-Thursday. See Monday’s class description.

K-5 Drama (2-hour class) Lottery Class……………...…………………... This class offers students a chance to perform in a scripted, theatrical production by the end of the term! Utilizing drama games, warm up exer-

cises, voice work, and a variety of activities designed to improve perform-ance, students prepare to take the stage!

3-5 Lego Robotics (2-hour class) Lottery Class………….……………….. This term, students begin their journey to teamwork and building. The LEGO Robotics class is an excellent way for young people to experience

the excitement of technical creativity and gain insights in the possibility of technical careers. It’s a fun way to learn about mechanical design and computer programming. No previous technical or programming experience

is required.

K-2 Jr. Botanist………………………………………………………………….. Science sleuths and garden gurus unite for an exploration of the amazing world of plants. This class will feature hands on projects that include mak-

ing observations of plant behavior, growing plants from seeds, and making plant inspired art. Get ready to get your hands dirty to discover how plants grow, survive, and reproduce all across the planet.

K-5 Zing Zang Zines!................................................................................... Make your own class magazine filled with stories, poems, art, jokes,

games, puzzles and more. In writing their zines, students will develop

creative writing or special features for their own illustrated masterpiece.

K-5 Drama (2-hour class) See above description. Both hours required.

K-5 Compumath ………………………………………………………………... Play grade-level computer math games that will build your skills and chal-lenge your gaming interests.

3-5 Lego Robotics (2-hour class) See above description. Both hours required.

3:00—4:25

4:30—5:30

K-2 Monster Madness………………………………………………………….. Call it a Yeti, call it a Sasquatch, call it a mystery monster! Creep out in this monstrous meeting of curious and cryptic creatures. Stories, science,

and art all rolled into one! K-2 The Art of Science………………………………………………………….

Have you ever painted with bubbles or created chromatography wall hang-ings? Expand your artist’s mind with science learning. Do creative, multi-media art projects, with a scientific basis.

K-5 Weaving……………………………………………………………………… New students welcome! Now is your chance to participate in an age-old

craft of weaving while practicing focus, patience, and concentration. No previous experience necessary. Previous students encouraged to enroll to build new skills too!

3-5 Go Figure!..............................................................................................

Use games and activities to review a wide range of key math concepts. The students will learn math skills through problem-solving, puzzles, tricks, mysteries, movement, and sports stats.

3-5 Soccer ………………………………………………………………………. Join forces with SUN for some fall soccer fun! Kids will learn soccer ba-

sics, individual and team skills, and make new friendships that will last on and off the field. Bringing cleats, shin guards, knee-high socks, and a water bottle will be helpful. This class will be seven weeks and costs

$50. The last class is October 29th.

4:30—5:30

3:00—4:25

K-5 Art Studio…………………………………………………………………….

Here’s an opportunity to let out your inner artist! We will be using a variety of different mediums to create unique and beautiful works of art and gifts to bring home to family and friends.

A big THANK YOU to the awesome

Minuteman Press Team for donating the printing of these

registration books. We couldn’t do it without you!

4:30—5:30

FRIDAY 3:00—4:25

K-5 Travelogue…………………………………………………………………..

Go on a virtual voyage around the world, with each week focusing on a new country, its stories, art, customs, food or games.

K-2 Yoga……….…………………………………………………………………. Turn downward dog into an upward smile with this relaxing and fun yoga class. No experience needed, only you and your best “Om...”. *Please provide your own mat or towel. If not possible, one will be provided.

3-5 Painting……………………………………………………………………….

Do fall surroundings inspire your inner artist? Let’s go and explore light and form with unusual painting techniques! We will paint with traditional watercolor techniques, pen and ink, colored pencil, and more. Enjoy ex-

pressing your ideas with a variety of vibrant colors and mediums. 2-5 Tae-kwon-do…………………………………………….………………… See Monday’s class description. Enrollment in both Monday and Friday classes is required.

Course Pricing

Adult/Community Classes Hatha Yoga — All Levels Welcome—Tuesdays, 6:15-7:45pm Classes begin on September 16th The practice of yoga allows you to develop awareness, peace, and focus while calming your mind and strengthening your body. Tap

into your own inner wisdom and reduce stress in a non-competitive, supportive, and safe environment. Find Adult Community Class Registration forms at the SUN Kiosk and at our registration events.

For questions contact Rachel Stern: email: fireflyrae@gmail.com.

Early Bird Camp 9/8-9/12 Road Trip! 3pm-5:30pm

September 8th-12th- Road Trip! Grades K-5; 3pm-5:30pm (late care available until 6pm for $3)

Road trip across North America with your friends in SUN! Learn how to plan routes, read a map, see

the sights, and visit Times Square in New York City! Fun for experienced and novice road trippers!

Cost: $15/day, $75/week Registration forms on the SUN Kiosk!

SUN Classes*… $70 per class for the term– Pay to Impact NW

Drama & Lego Robotics… $110 (2-hour classes)– Pay to Impact NW

Soccer… $50 (7-week class)– Pay to Impact NW

Tae-kwon-do… $120 (2 classes per week)– Pay to Impact NW

*All documented Free & Reduced Lunch families are eligible for a 50% discounted class rate for ImpactNW classes only.

Partner Classes

Beginning and Intermediate Marimba… $90 pay to Eric Miller, info at ericmarimba@gmail.com

Motion Magic Tumbling & Under the Big Top…$84 pay to Motion Magic