Enrichment Descriptions Updated Aug. 2022
Academic Support - Priority given to students assigned to this class by teachers based on need. Could you benefit from additional time and assistance in your academics to help you succeed? You must use the time wisely in order to remain in the class. Homework and skill help. Access to online programs for those who need.
Visual Arts & Design - Bring your creativity and love of art to this hands-on experience. We will experiment with a variety of basic media and techniques to create visual artwork. We will explore the elements of art and principles of design through the imagination of the individual artists. Come with a willingness to open your mind and heart to the vast world of art. Materials cost per student - $15.
Book Club - Do you love reading and talking about books? Then this is the class for you! In Book Club we will talk about the books we love to read, recommend books to others and spend time reading. What’s better than spending the afternoon with your nose in the pages of your favorite book?
Math Support - Could you use some extra time or help understanding math? Do you want to raise your grade? Get support from a POCS math teacher, improve your math skills through games and technology and finish up your homework before the final bell rings!
Social Justice Enrichment - Our social justice enrichment will focus on examining social issues in a deep and meaningful way. Students will spend class time learning about an issue through literature, the media and movies. The class will involve researching the issues, watching movies about the issues and having Socratic Seminars and debates between students. We will also spend time in class giving students a chance to develop ideas on how we all can be agents of change to address social injustice in our community and the world. Topics will be decided on by the students at the beginning of the trimester. Some examples of possible issues to explore would be: LGBTQ rights, racism, economic inequality, climate change, immigration and gender inequality. This class will be taught by Mrs. Meyer and Ms. Brandenburg.
Strategic Gaming - This class will offer students the opportunity to cooperate with their friends and classmates playing multiple board and strategy games the old fashioned way (non-computerized). Through gaming, students will practice logical thinking, strategic planning, conflict resolution, and creativity. Students will play a variety of games as well as teach others how to play games. Students who repeat the class will also have the opportunity to design, test, and create their own game.
Culinary - Learn some cooking basics, including stove-top and baked goods recipes. The focus of the class is eating healthy and delicious meals and snacks. Materials cost per student - $15.
Drama - To Be or Not to Be...The fun thing about drama is that you learn and practice being all sorts of characters. This class will focus on developing basic dramatic skills through drama games, skits and possibly a talent show. Included in this class are singing (karaoke anyone?) and public speaking.
Gardening - Seeking innovative, hardworking, students to plan and organize a critter party at the garden resort that you design. Let’s talk about the birds and the butterflies. Invite some worms and bees, and let the party begin! Your guests will dine on some of the best organic delicacies in town as they lounge under the sun by your crystal clear waterfall. Break out your tools and get ready to build a four star insect hotel, bird penthouse or worm bungalow. Do something great for your community and earn service hours while you’re at it.
School Newspaper - The students in this enrichment class will work together to publish a monthly POCS online newspaper. Do you like interviewing students and teachers about important issues at our school? Would you like to be a published author? Consider joining this fun, interactive, creative class and help keep our community informed about the latest happenings.
Maker Class - Do you enjoy working with your hands as well as your mind? Are you interested in thinking about possibilities and what-ifs? Do you want to challenge yourself to think 3-dimensionally, electronically, and/or in a non-electronic multi-media way? If so, check out the new Maker Class! We will explore all kinds of things we can make – simple circuit boards (soldering included), wooden projects (use of tools included), 3-D design with non-electronic multi-media (such as ceramics, cloth, paper, metal...), inventions, contraptions and the not-yet imagined. Bring your ideas! Materials cost per student - $15.
Physical Education / Fitness - Team sports, exercise and modified games. If P.E. class in the mornings isn’t enough for you, then Enrichment P.E. is for you! More games, more sports, more fitness!
Robotics - Design and use Legos, Robotic motors, and computer programming to build vehicles and compete with each other.
Student Leadership -Students work in committees to plan school activities, fundraisers, community outreach projects, and Snack Shack. They will also act as advisors to the principal regarding student issues and activities. Should be responsible, creative, and committed individuals as well as hard workers. Community Service earned for many activities. Prerequisite: Pass all classes on last report card with a “C“or better and maintain passing grades to remain in the class.
Yearbook – Interested in yearbook design? Do you have an eye for design? Let’s design the POCS yearbook! It will include information about student and school activities, student resources, and other ideas you may have. Will include photography, social media, and other student generated projects.
Yoga - Yoga is tremendously beneficial to the healthy development of teens. This yoga class encourages students to relax and have fun while they develop not only strength, coordination, flexibility and balance, but also body awareness, better focus and concentration, and self-confidence. We will practice breathing exercises, flowing sequences, balancing poses, yoga games, and relaxation while building a healthy relationship with your body. No prior experience is necessary.
TA(Teacher Assistant) - Assist classroom teachers at POCS or Jack London Elementary with clerical duties or small groups. Assist in the library at Jack London Elementary. Community service is earned at one hour per day for block schedule. Prerequisite: Pass all classes on last report card with “C“or better and maintain passing grades to remain in the class.
**Scholarships are available for classes with material costs.
Academic Support - Priority given to students assigned to this class by teachers based on need. Could you benefit from additional time and assistance in your academics to help you succeed? You must use the time wisely in order to remain in the class. Homework and skill help. Access to online programs for those who need.
Visual Arts & Design - Bring your creativity and love of art to this hands-on experience. We will experiment with a variety of basic media and techniques to create visual artwork. We will explore the elements of art and principles of design through the imagination of the individual artists. Come with a willingness to open your mind and heart to the vast world of art. Materials cost per student - $15.
Book Club - Do you love reading and talking about books? Then this is the class for you! In Book Club we will talk about the books we love to read, recommend books to others and spend time reading. What’s better than spending the afternoon with your nose in the pages of your favorite book?
Math Support - Could you use some extra time or help understanding math? Do you want to raise your grade? Get support from a POCS math teacher, improve your math skills through games and technology and finish up your homework before the final bell rings!
Social Justice Enrichment - Our social justice enrichment will focus on examining social issues in a deep and meaningful way. Students will spend class time learning about an issue through literature, the media and movies. The class will involve researching the issues, watching movies about the issues and having Socratic Seminars and debates between students. We will also spend time in class giving students a chance to develop ideas on how we all can be agents of change to address social injustice in our community and the world. Topics will be decided on by the students at the beginning of the trimester. Some examples of possible issues to explore would be: LGBTQ rights, racism, economic inequality, climate change, immigration and gender inequality. This class will be taught by Mrs. Meyer and Ms. Brandenburg.
Strategic Gaming - This class will offer students the opportunity to cooperate with their friends and classmates playing multiple board and strategy games the old fashioned way (non-computerized). Through gaming, students will practice logical thinking, strategic planning, conflict resolution, and creativity. Students will play a variety of games as well as teach others how to play games. Students who repeat the class will also have the opportunity to design, test, and create their own game.
Culinary - Learn some cooking basics, including stove-top and baked goods recipes. The focus of the class is eating healthy and delicious meals and snacks. Materials cost per student - $15.
Drama - To Be or Not to Be...The fun thing about drama is that you learn and practice being all sorts of characters. This class will focus on developing basic dramatic skills through drama games, skits and possibly a talent show. Included in this class are singing (karaoke anyone?) and public speaking.
Gardening - Seeking innovative, hardworking, students to plan and organize a critter party at the garden resort that you design. Let’s talk about the birds and the butterflies. Invite some worms and bees, and let the party begin! Your guests will dine on some of the best organic delicacies in town as they lounge under the sun by your crystal clear waterfall. Break out your tools and get ready to build a four star insect hotel, bird penthouse or worm bungalow. Do something great for your community and earn service hours while you’re at it.
School Newspaper - The students in this enrichment class will work together to publish a monthly POCS online newspaper. Do you like interviewing students and teachers about important issues at our school? Would you like to be a published author? Consider joining this fun, interactive, creative class and help keep our community informed about the latest happenings.
Maker Class - Do you enjoy working with your hands as well as your mind? Are you interested in thinking about possibilities and what-ifs? Do you want to challenge yourself to think 3-dimensionally, electronically, and/or in a non-electronic multi-media way? If so, check out the new Maker Class! We will explore all kinds of things we can make – simple circuit boards (soldering included), wooden projects (use of tools included), 3-D design with non-electronic multi-media (such as ceramics, cloth, paper, metal...), inventions, contraptions and the not-yet imagined. Bring your ideas! Materials cost per student - $15.
Physical Education / Fitness - Team sports, exercise and modified games. If P.E. class in the mornings isn’t enough for you, then Enrichment P.E. is for you! More games, more sports, more fitness!
Robotics - Design and use Legos, Robotic motors, and computer programming to build vehicles and compete with each other.
Student Leadership -Students work in committees to plan school activities, fundraisers, community outreach projects, and Snack Shack. They will also act as advisors to the principal regarding student issues and activities. Should be responsible, creative, and committed individuals as well as hard workers. Community Service earned for many activities. Prerequisite: Pass all classes on last report card with a “C“or better and maintain passing grades to remain in the class.
Yearbook – Interested in yearbook design? Do you have an eye for design? Let’s design the POCS yearbook! It will include information about student and school activities, student resources, and other ideas you may have. Will include photography, social media, and other student generated projects.
Yoga - Yoga is tremendously beneficial to the healthy development of teens. This yoga class encourages students to relax and have fun while they develop not only strength, coordination, flexibility and balance, but also body awareness, better focus and concentration, and self-confidence. We will practice breathing exercises, flowing sequences, balancing poses, yoga games, and relaxation while building a healthy relationship with your body. No prior experience is necessary.
TA(Teacher Assistant) - Assist classroom teachers at POCS or Jack London Elementary with clerical duties or small groups. Assist in the library at Jack London Elementary. Community service is earned at one hour per day for block schedule. Prerequisite: Pass all classes on last report card with “C“or better and maintain passing grades to remain in the class.
**Scholarships are available for classes with material costs.