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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.
Check out the available courses
for your school below!
Student registration Now Open
SESSION 5
Available Courses Starting April 22nd
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ESPORTS GAMING
Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of Esports? Join our club and unleash your competitive spirit in two of the most popular games around: Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just starting out, our club is the perfect place to have fun, make new friends, and level up your gaming skills.
Grades: 6,7,8
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: J. Kujala
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Photography
Students will learn how to take a variety of different pictures, like portraits, scenic photos, action shots, etc. The session will start off with the very basics of using a camera, so this course is suitable for any experience level. As we progress, we will get into more of the complex features and techniques. Pictures that students take may also be submitted into the yearbook for publication.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:45 - 3:45
Instructor: J. Dominguez
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Get Crafty
Students will tap into their creativity with different forms of media.
Grades: 6,7
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:45-3:45
Instructor: E. Arias
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Graduation Arts and Crafts Club
Students will learn to craft a beautiful and meaningful graduation lei to celebrate accomplishments and mark the milestone of graduation for themselves or a loved one.
Grades: 6,7,8
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
2:45-3:45
Instructor: M. Dominguez
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Tablit Talk
SEL. Physical Activity. Time Management. Speed And Agility. Book Study. Nutritional advice. How to be a student-athlete. Review film regarding student athletes. How to make better choices?
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday & Tuesday
4:00- 5:00
Instructor: I. Tablit
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Sports Clinic
Playing a variety of sports/team building activities and Utilizing the fitness room also.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
2:45- 3:45
Instructor: D. Crow
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Lions Sports Clinic
If you are interested in developing the necessary fundamental skills for a variety of sports then this is the class for you!
Grades 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
2:45-3:45
Instructor: R. Gonzalez
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Gamified Learning
Discover an engaging learning experience where learning is transformed into an interactive game. Reward progress with points, badges, and challenges that keep you motivated and immersed in the journey of mastery.
Grades: 7,8
Monday and Tuesday
2:45-3:45
Instructor: D. Ortiz
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Theater 101
Students will learn and practice basic acting techniques such as improvisation and character development. Students will gain a general appreciation for acting and performing monologues and scenes individually and in groups.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday Wednesday
2:45pm - 3:45pm
Instructor: L . Lopez
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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.
Grades 6, 7, 8
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
2:45-3:45
Instructor I. Ramirez
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Lego Fun
Build challenging Lego Sets to keep your brain working and have fun at the same time. We will build a range of objects (cars, landscapes, monuments, flowers, and much more!).
Grades: 6,7,8
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:45-3:45
Instructor: G. Delgado-Hayes
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Lego Fun
Build challenging Lego Sets to keep your brain working and have fun at the same time. We will build a range of objects (cars, landscapes, monuments, flowers, and much more!).
Grades: 6,7,8
Monday, Tuesday
3:45-4:45
Instructor: G. Delgado-Hayes
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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 on various items. For students who are learning as beginners or are already pros.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Wednesday & Thursdays
3:30 - 4:30
Instructor: A. Alindajao
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STEM Olympiad
This course prepares students for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) competitions with a focus on data analysis, math challenges, and hands-on engineering. Join us for an exciting journey into the world of STEM Olympiad, where you'll gain the skills for success in competitions and in the classroom. It's the Olympics of STEM!
Grades: 6,7,8
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:45-3:45
Instructor: E. Montoya
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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)