TOWN ASEP 2023-2024 CALENDAR

TOWN ASEP Town After-School Enrichment Programs

TOWN ASEP is back with variations on your favorite afterschool activities for the 2023–24 school year! These afterschool enrichment programs will be available to students from all Moraga elementary schools and those in homeschool programs. Classes will take place at the Hacienda de las Flores located at 2100 Donald Drive unless otherwise noted.

Rheem Bus Passes: If your child attends Rheem Elementary School, bus service will be available. The Lamorinda School Bus program will be adding an additional bus stop at the Hacienda. Children with an annual bus pass purchased through the school district will be able to use this service free of charge.

TOWN ASEP Overview

SESSION 1: FALL 1

September 5 thru October 19, 2023

Cooking Round The World: Sandwich Shop

Strum & Sing w/ Ukuleles

SESSION 2: FALL 2

October 30 thru December 21, 2023 Day

Cooking Round The World: Regions of China

Strum & Sing w/ Ukuleles

Extended Care Program: The Town will provide an optional extended care program for families in need of childcare until 5:30pm each day. Extended care will be provided onsite at the Hacienda following dismissal from TOWN ASEP classes. Join us for homework time and fun!

NO CLASS DATES:

Mondays: 9/4, 10/9, 11/20, 1/8, 1/15, 2/19, 3/18, 4/1

Tuesdays: 11/21, 4/2

Wednesdays: 11/22, 4/3

Thursdays: 11/23, 4/25

Cooking Round The World: Dumplings Round the World

Berkeley Chess School: Chess Challenge

Young Rembrandts: FUN!damentals of Drawing

Skyhawks Olympics

MVCT Training: Glee Club!

Play-Well TEKnologies: Transportation Engineering

Craft Club!

Play-Well TEKnologies: Video Games Unplugged

Cooking Round The World: Regions of Italy

Berkeley Chess School: Chess Challenge

Young Rembrandts: Cartoon Anime

Skyhawks Olympics

MVCT Training: Glee Club!

Play-Well TEKnologies: Animal Adventures

Craft Club!

Play-Well TEKnologies: Minecraft Engineering

SESSION 3: WINTER

January 9 thru March 28, 2024

Day Monday 8 classes Tuesday 12 classes

Cooking Round The World: Cooking Round the USA

Strum & Sing w/ Ukuleles

12 classes classes

Cooking Round The World: Cooking Round the World

Berkeley Chess School: Chess Challenge

Young Rembrandts: FUN!damentals of Drawing

SESSION 4: SPRING

April 8 thru May 25, 2024 Day

Cooking Round The World: Eat your Colors

Strum & Sing w/ Ukuleles

Cooking Round The World: Street Food Round the World Berkeley Chess School: Chess Challenge

Young Rembrandts: Spring Cartooning

Skyhawks Olympics

Play-Well TEKnologies: STEM FUNdamentals

Performing Academy: Spring Musical 2024 (Registration opens November 15 with more details to come. See page 13.)

Craft Club!

MVCT Training: Glee Club!

Play-Well TEKnologies: Transportation Engineering

Skyhawks Olympics

Play-Well TEKnologies: Minecraft Engineering

Craft Club!

Play-Well TEKnologies: Mandalorian Training

Cooking Round the World

Cooking Round the World Staff • Ages 6–12

Session 1: Sandwich Shop

We introduce kids to a variety of breads and wrappings, common creations like grilled cheese with tomatoes, more unusual fare like a chow mein sandwich…plus interesting homemade shmears like hummus and pesto.

Mondays, 9/11–10/16, 3:30–5:00pm

$182 + $25 materials fee

Dumplings Round the World

Some call them perogies, others call them won tons, still others call them Kreplach. Whatever you call them, international dumplings are delicious with various filling and dipping sauces.

Tuesdays, 9/5–10/17, 3:30–5:00pm

$254 + $35 materials fee

Session

2:

Regions of China

Each Chinese region has its own unique set of recipes including different spices. Campers will explore the various cooking styles and offerings from these regions: Sichuan, Taiwan, Hunan, Shandong and Guangdong (Cantonese).

Mondays, 10/30–12/18, 3:30–5:00pm

$254 + $35 materials fee

Strum & Sing w/ Ukuleles

Megan Dey-Toth • Ages 6–11

Strum & Sing w/ Ukeleles is a fun beginning ukulele class. We will learn to tune, strum, and play common chords on our ukuleles. We will learn songs and play musical games! Let’s strum & sing!

*Students bring their own ukulele. Lamorinda Music has a large assortment for sale.

Session 1:

Mondays, 9/11–10/16, 3:30–4:30, $130

Session 2:

Mondays, 10/30–12/18, 3:30–4:30, $182

Session 3:

Mondays, 1/22–3/25, 3:30–4:30, $208

Session 4:

Mondays, 4/8–5/20, 3:30–4:30, $182

Location: Casita

Min/Max: 4/12

Regions of Italy

Each Italian region has its own specialties. We will “visit” Campania, Emilia-Romangna, Toscana, Abruzzo, and Venetto and cook and eat dishes each region is known for. Pizzas, pasta, salads, veggies and desserts. Delizioso!

Tuesdays, 10/31–12/19, 3:30–5:00pm

$254 + $35 materials fee

Session 3: Cooking Round the USA

Children will visit a different US state each day, learn about what that state is distinctly known for, and eat delicious foods associated with that state.

Mondays, 1/22–3/25, 3:30–5:00pm

$291 + $40 materials fee*

Cooking Round the World

You won’t need a passport to cook from different countries around the world! Students will learn about culture and celebrations while enjoying the foods and flavors from different countries. Each class we cook 1–2 different dishes from the country of the day. Other activities include map and language education, a folktale from the country of the day, and a cooking demonstration. Yum, fun, and educational!

Tuesdays, 1/9–3/26, 3:30–5:00pm

$436 + $60 materials fee

Session 4: Eat Your Colors

Green, brown, yellow, white, red, orange, black…. Each class focuses on a new color—from the foods we cook, to the stories and activities—the color dominates!

Tuesdays, 4/9–5/21, 3:30–5:00pm

$254 + $35 materials fee*

Street Food Round the World

From Brazilian bolinhos de arroz (fried rice fritters), to Hong Kong pot stickers, to Irish mini spinach tarts, some of the best cultural cuisine can be had from a street cart. Students will be trying these “pick-up and take-away” treats from around the world!

Tuesdays, 4/9–5/21, 3:30–5:00pm

$254 + $35 materials fee*

*Materials fee due to instructor on first day. Checks made payable to Cooking Round the World.

All Classes

Location: La Sala; Min/Max: 6/12

Young Rembrandts Art Classes

Young Rembrandts Berkeley/Oakland/East Bay

Ages 51/2–11

Session 1

FUN!damentals of Drawing

We are back to school and back to drawing with Young Rembrandts! This session’s selection of drawings introduces our students to a fascinating world of color, pattern, and design. We say goodbye to our favorite summer memory in our detailed still life drawing of a beach. We explore color usage and composition in our silly monster and fire truck drawings. You will be MOOOOOved with our stylized patterned cow drawing that challenges our technique and color scheme. Our students will learn cultural themes as they draw and color in the Kawaii art style. For Winter Session 3, curriculum is TBD, but note that no student draws the same drawing twice, ever!

Tuesdays, 9/5–10/7, 3:30–4:30pm, $156

Session 2:

Cartoon Anime

Does your child love all things Anime and cartoons?

If so, your child will love Young Rembrandts Anime Cartooning. Students will jump head first into the world of Anime cartooning by first learning expressions. They will learn a variety of skills as their original characters seemingly emote and breathe. Students will learn to personify inanimate objects, tell a joke through pictures, and learn to add motion and attitude all session long. Give your child the gift of cartooning!

Tuesdays, 10/31–12/19, 3:30–4:30pm, $156

Session

3:

FUN!damentals of Drawing

See description under Session 1.

Tuesdays, 1/9–3/26, 3:30–4:30pm, $260

Session 4:

Spring Cartooning

For all kids who need to stay engaged and laughing, our Young Rembrandts cartooning classes are surely the most fun you can have while learning! This entertaining program combines Young Rembrandts’ innovative, hands-on teaching method with light-hearted subject matter that engages children, their sense of humor, and their vivid imaginations! Program will have new curriculum every session.

Tuesdays, 4/9–5/21, 3:30–4:30pm, $156

All Classes

Location: Casita; Min/Max: 10/20

Chess Challenge

Berkeley Chess School Staff • Ages 6–12

Immerse yourself in the exciting world of chess! Chess is fun and can be learned quickly and easily! Studies have found that chess helps improve test results in reading, science, and math, and produces growth in critical cognitive skills. Beyond academia, chess influences social behavior including self-esteem, respect for others, patience, and good sportsmanship. And did we mention: it’s FUN!

Session 1:

Tuesdays, 9/5–10/7, 3:30–4:30pm, $154

Session 2:

Tuesdays, 10/31–12/19, 3:30–4:30pm, $154

Session 3:

Tuesdays, 1/9–3/26, 3:30–4:30pm, $265

Session 4:

Tuesdays, 4/9–5/21, 3:30–4:30pm, $154

Location: Casita; Min/Max: 10/20

Play-Well TEKnologies with LEGO® Materials

Play-Well Staff • Ages 5–12

Session 1

Transportation Engineering

Break the sound barrier on a supersonic jet, deliver cargo by train, and explore a swamp in your airboat. Build and create different modes of transportation out of more than 20,000 pieces of LEGO®, all while learning about the engineering concepts that make vehicles and vessels work.

Wednesdays, 9/6–10/18, 2:15–3:15pm, $160

Video Games Unplugged

Level up your LEGO® Engineering skills in this video game-inspired experience. Our Play-Well instructors bring your favorite video game characters and experiences to real life. Using LEGO®, learn Link’s signature moves to defeat enemies, build mechanisms to make sonic spin and take out Robotnik, and even build go-karts to challenge Mario and friends in a race for the Mushroom Cup. All the fun of a video game adventure without the screen!

Thursdays, 9/7–10/17, 3:30–4:30pm, $160

Session 2: Animal Adventures

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts as we design and build leaping dolphins, buzzing beehives, and towering giraffes. Play, create, and learn in a world inspired by the animal kingdom. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Wednesdays, 11/1–12/20, 2:15–3:15pm, $160

Minecraft Engineering

Venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO® experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources, and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO® with a trained Play-Well instructor.

Thursdays, 11/2–12/21, 3:30–4:30pm, $160

Session 3: STEM FUNdamentals

Level up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Wednesdays, 1/10–3/27, 2:15–3:15pm, $274

Transportation Engineering

See Session 1 for description.

Thursdays, 1/11–3/28, 3:30–4:30pm, $274

Session 4:

Minecraft Engineering

See Session 2 for description.

Wednesdays, 4/10–5/22, 2:15–3:15pm, $160

Mandalorian Training

Here’s your chance to join our friends and learn what it takes to become a true Mandalorian. Using LEGO®, an experienced instructor will guide you through the skills and equipment needed to earn the title. We will build our gauntlet fighter ship to weave through the galaxy, our Z-6 jetpacks to maneuver through the air, and of course defend ourselves with our Mandalorian armor. Coming to a galaxy near you!

Thursdays, 4/11–5/23, 3:30–4:30pm, $160

All Classes

Location: La Sala; Min/Max: 10/16

Skyhawks Olympics

Skyhawks Staff • Ages 5–12

This program combines all your favorite Skyhawks sports and games into one action-packed enrichment class. Participants will learn and play fun Skyhawks variations of Baseball, Basketball, Capture the Flag, Dodgeball, Flag Football, Kickball, Soccer, Track & Field, Ultimate Frisbee, and Volleyball. By adding just the right amount of friendly competition, this program teaches boys and girls skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and strategy. Bring your friends or come make new ones. Alternate indoor activities will be ready to go for rainy days this winter.

Session 1:

Wednesdays, 9/6–10/18, 2:15–3:15pm, $228

Session 2:

Wednesdays, 11/1–12/20, 2:15–3:15pm, $228

Session 3:

Wednesdays, 1/10–3/27, 2:15–3:15pm, $402

Session 4:

Wednesdays, 4/10–5/22, 2:15–3:15pm, $228

Location: Casita; Min/Max: 7/14

Glee Club!

Myeve Capozzi Vocal Training • Ages 5–9

If you are obsessed with singing and performing and come alive when you hear certain songs… let it go and join Glee Club! Glee Club is a weekly ensemble performance class where students sing, learn fun dance moves, and staging while singing their hearts out to their favorite songs. Students will also create their own show stopping choreography, make props and musical instruments, sing solos, and play games. Session ends with an epic live performance!

Session 1:

Wednesdays, 9/6–10/18, 2:15–3:15 pm, $218

Session 2:

Wednesdays, 11/1–12/20, 2:15–3:15 pm, $218

Session 3:

Thursdays, 1/11–3/28, 2:15–3:15pm, $364

Location: Casita; Min/Max: 10/25

Performing Academy’s Spring Musical 2024

The Performing Academy Staff

Ages Grades 1–5

The Performing Academy will be back with a 12-week musical theatre program in the Winter. No experience necessary.

Work with teaching artist Renee DeWeese Moran! Grades 3–5 audition for roles. Grades 1–2 play our ensemble. Final performances with lights, microphones, sets, and costumes will be performed at the Lesher Center in downtown Walnut Creek. Join us and experience the hard work and excitement of being in a show!

Craft Club!

Town of Moraga Staff • Ages 5–11

Have your child join other Moraga students with hands-on arts & craft projects that your child will create in this in-house workshop style program! Think it! Make it! Take it!

Session 1:

Pears, Pumpkins, and Endless Possibilities, Thursdays, 9/7–10/19, 3:30–4:30pm, $126

Session 2:

Holiday Crafternoon, Thursdays, 11/2–12/21, 3:30–4:30pm, $126

Session 3:

Imagination Station, Thursdays 1/11–3/28, 3:30–4:30pm, $216

Session 4:

Made in Moraga, Thursdays 4/11–5/23, 3:30–4:30pm, $126

Location: Casita; Min/Max: 8/20

Registration Opens November 14. 12 classes + 2 shows

Grades 1–2: Wednesdays, 2:00–3:30pm

Grades 3–5: Wednesdays, 2:00–5:00pm

Dates TBD for January thru March.

Show Dates are the 2nd week of April.

Fee: Grades 1–2: TBD; Grades 3–5: TBD

*Please sign up on the Priority List. You will be contacted when more information is available. The Priority List does not guarantee enrollment; you will still need to register on time.

Location: Rheem Elementary MUR

Min/Max: Grades 1–2: 12/15; Grades 3–5: 18/20