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Powerful Outcomes in Wellness, Education, & Recreation (POWER) is an after school program that has been recognized for excellence throughout Region 8 (Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Ventura, and Kern Counties). We’ve been invited numerous times to present at conferences across our region and state, and have been highlighted and visited by many different after school entities. We provide safe, effective, innovative, & engaging learning, nutrition, and physical activity programs for DUSD students in grades TK-8.

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Lego Fun!

Create and take home amazing lego sculptures
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Tuesday & Wednesday
3:45 - 4:45
Instructor: G. Delgado-Hayes

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Arts & Crafts

Students will use their creativity to make a variety of art projects. Rock painting, water color and piñata making.
Grades 6, 7, 8
Wednesday & Thursday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor E. Curiel

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Crafts & Games

Students will create hands-on crafts with different materials each week. Students will practice social relationships and positive social skills as they interact and play games.
Grades; 6, 7, 8
Wednesday, Thursday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: T. Ramirez

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Journaling & Crafts

This after-school class invites students to explore creativity, self-expression, and mindfulness through journaling and hands-on art crafts. Students will experiment with writing, drawing, collage, painting, and mixed-media projects while learning fun and accessible journaling techniques. Each session encourages imagination, reflection, and confidence as students create personal journals and art pieces inspired by prompts, themes, and open-ended exploration. No prior art or writing experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to create in a supportive, relaxed environment.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Wednesday, Thursday
3:45 - 4:45
Instructor: M. Sosa

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Diamond Art Club

Create sparkling masterpieces to keep for yourself or give away as gifts! Learn the art of diamond painting on canvas and various items. For students who are learning as beginners or are already pros.
Grades: 6, 7. 8
Wednesday, Thursday
3:45 - 4:45
Instructor: A. Alindajao

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ESPORTS GAMING

Esports, or electronic sports, are organized, competitive video game events where individuals or teams play against each other in structured leagues and tournaments, similar to traditional sports. The competitions take place across various video game genres.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: D. Rafal

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ESPORTS 2

Esports are organize, competitive video gaming played by individuals or teams in leagues and tournaments
Grades: 6, 7 , 8
Wednesday, Thursday
4:45pm - 5:45pm
Instructor: M. Garcia

PLEASE SEE GARCIA FOR REGISTRATION

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Transportation to another school site for participation in the Expanded Learning Program will be provided for any pupil who attends a school that is not operating an Expanded Learning Opportunity program. (POWER Plus)

Committed to Working Together for a Better Education Through Excellence