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Almond Tree Lions
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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SESSION 3
Now Open
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Battle of the Books
Join Battle of the Books 2026-2027! Students will read from a list of 28 selected books and are responsible for reading at least 20 books to be prepared to compete. Through reading, discussion, teamwork, and friendly competition, students will build their knowledge of the books and strengthen their reading skills. Our goal is to come together as a team in May 2027 and proudly represent Almond Trees with our knowledge, teamwork, and love of reading. The more books you read, the more prepared you will be to help your team succeed! Read. Prepare. Compete. Represent Almond Tree!
Grades 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: E. Morales
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Outdoor activites
Students will participate in fun outdoor activities and sports games that promote physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and cooperation while staying active and having fun.
Grades: 6, 7 , 8
Tuesday and Wednesday
3:45- 4:45
Instructor: Mr. Arzate
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Lady Lions on the Rise
Empowering young ladies through self development.
Grade 8
Friday
2:45-3:45
Instructor: Barkley
Rm 3
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Spelling Bee
Students will be practicing and preparing for the School Spelling Bee.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
2:45 - 3:45
Rm 9
Instructor: Lopez
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Avid Math
AVID Math helps students build confidence and strengthen important eighth-grade math skills through problem-solving, teamwork, and hands-on practice. Students will learn useful strategies for taking notes, asking questions, explaining their thinking, and preparing for quizzes and tests. This course supports students in developing the math skills and study habits needed for success in high school.
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: Ramirez
Rm 2
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Journaling
A bullet journal or BUJO is a great way to get creative and organized. Bullet journals can include calendars, lists, trackers, a future log, and an index. They can also be personalized with diary entries, creative writing, and meditations. Some students have chosen to use their bullet journal to "junk journal"
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
3:45 - 3:45
Instructor: Ramirez
Rm 2
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Gate Program
Students who have been tested,verified, and identified as gifted and talented will particiapte in two simulations. 6th grade students will participate in a Greek Simulation on Wednesdays. 7th and 8th Grade students will be participating in the City Simulation held on Monday and Tuesdays. Students will be required to create a city model or Greek Artifact.
Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2:45-3:45 pm.
ATMS Rm 24 with Mrs. Hayes.
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Oral Language Festival
Are you good at memorizing a script and love to act. Put your drama and memorization skills to good use! Be a part of a winning school. During the 25-26 school an 8th grade team earned 1st place in Verse Choir and another student won 2nd place in Serious Solo. Be the group or individual that will make ATMS shine! You will be choosing a great short story to present with movement and fun!
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Fridays 2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: Mrs. Hayes
ATMS Rm 24
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STEAM Olympiad
This course prepares students for science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) competitions with a focus on data analysis, math challenges, art and hands-on engineering. Join us for an exciting journey into the world of STEAM Olympiad, where you'll gain the skills for success in competitions and in the classroom. It's the Olympics of STEAM!
Grades: 6,7,8
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: Montoya
Rm 33
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Science Fair
Turn your curiosity into a real science investigation! In Science Fair, you will choose a topic that interests you, develop a testable question, conduct an experiment, analyze your results, and create a project to present at the Science Fair. Be curious. Experiment. Discover. Share your science!
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday and Tuesday 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: Mrs. Montoya
Rm 33
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Math Intervention
This course will focus on additional instruction for students who need extra help with math and help improve understanding of essential standards.
Grades: 6
Tuesday & Wednesday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor C. Juarez
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Journaling & Planning
Get creative, get organized, and make your planner your own! In this Power Plus class, students will explore fun and creative ways to use journals and planners to stay organized, set goals, reflect, and express themselves. Students will learn different journaling and planning techniques while decorating and personalizing their pages with colors, stickers, drawings, and other creative materials. We’ll also mix in occasional arts and crafts projects that connect with our journaling and planning activities. This class is a relaxed and welcoming space where middle school students can build organization skills, explore their creativity, and develop positive habits all while having fun!
Grades 6, 7, 8
Wednesday & Thursday
3:45 - 4:45
Instructor M. Sosa Magana
Rm : 34
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Games & Crafts
Students will choose from a variety of educational games that will help them in math and social skills. Students will also be creating different kinds of crafts depending on the season and holidays during the session. They will use a variety of materials to help them be creative. Students will complete individual projects and keep a journal of their work and ideas.
Wednesday & Thursday
2:45 & 3:35 PM
Grades: 6
Instructor: T. Ramirez
Rm: 19
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Table Tennis
Students will learn how to play table tennis
Grades: 6, 7 , 8
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
3:45 - 4:45
Instructor: A. Conchas
Patio
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Arts & Craft
Students will get the opportunity to expand their creativity by creating exceptional art pieces.
Grades: 6, 7 , 8
Wednesday & Thursday
2:45- 3:45 Pm
Instructor: E. Curiel
Rm: 30
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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)