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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 is OPEN!
Available Courses (Starting Tuesday July 28th)
Please note: Students who register for a session later than 2:45 will have to leave and return to campus at start time unless they enrolled in POWER
Aviso: Los estudiantes que se inscriban en una sesión después de las 2:45 deberán abandonar el campus y regresar a la hora de inicio, a menos que estén inscritos en POWER
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ELA Academy
Students will participate in activities to help them improve their ELA skills
Grades: 7, 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: M. Hernandez
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Algebra Support
This course provides additional support for 8th-grade students enrolled in Honors Algebra and 8th Grade Math. Students will receive extra practice on challenging skills, complete class assignments, prepare for assessments, and retake assessments as needed. The course is designed to strengthen mathematical understanding and help students successfully master Algebra concepts
Grades: 8
Monday through Wednesday
Times:2:45-3:45
Instructor: C. Cullers
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Writing Intervention
Provide targeted instruction to help students strengthen foundational writing skills, including organization, sentence structure, grammar, and the writing process. Through small-group support, guided practice, and individualized feedback, students build confidence and develop the skills needed to write effectively across all subject areas.
Grades: 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: D. Carnero
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STEAM Olympiad
Get ready to think like a scientist, engineer, mathematician, artist, and inventor! In this exciting STEAM Olympiad course, students will tackle hands-on challenges that develop creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Grade: 6 7 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: K. Tuairau
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STEAM Olympiad
Time to get ready for the STEAM Olympiad. We need to defend the trophy and bring it back home.
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: J. Carrillo
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Fuel for Fitness
Students will learn the relationship between nutrition, health, and physical activity in a fun and engaging way.
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: M. Ikino
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Reading Intervention
This course will provide targeted support to help improve reading skills such as fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Students will build confidence and develop strategies to become stronger, more independent readers across all subject areas!
Grade: 6
Monday and Tuesday
Times: 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: N Rodriguez
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Jewelry Making
Get creative and make your own one-of-a-kind jewelry in this fun, hands-on class! You’ll learn simple techniques with beads, wire, and other cool materials while designing pieces that show off your personal style. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and have fun!
Grades: 6
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: N. Rodriguez
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Strategic Thinking (B)
Learn to achieve your goals through using a variety of tools
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday through Wednesday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: D. Carnero
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Oral Language
Step into a world where words leap off the page! Tales Alive is an energetic, hands-on after-school program where students learn the art of oral storytelling. Rather than just reading, students will dive deep into a story, practice it, and bring it to life using the power of their unique voices and physical gestures. This course builds communication confidence, enhances spatial awareness, and unlocks creative expression in a highly supportive environment.
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday through Wednesday
Times: 2:45- 3:45
Instructor: V. Castro Escarcega
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Words in Action
Words in action is designed to help students become stronger readers, writers, speakers, and thinkers. Through interactive activities, collaborative discussions, engaging texts, and hands-on learning, students build vocabulary, improve communication skills, and develop strategies that support success in every class. Whether you're looking to strengthen your academic skills, become a more confident communicator, or prepare for future opportunities, this course provides personalized support in a welcoming and encouraging environment.
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday through Wednesday
Times: 2:45-3:45
Instructor: J. Ochoa
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Words in Action
Designed to help students become stronger readers, writers, speakers, and thinkers. Through interactive activities, collaborative discussions, engaging texts, and hands-on learning, students build vocabulary, improve communication skills, and develop strategies that support success in every class. Whether you're looking to strengthen your academic skills, become a more confident communicator, or prepare for future opportunities, this course provides personalized support in a welcoming and encouraging environment.
Grades:6 7 8
Monday through Wednesday
Times: 2:45-3:45
Instructor: L. Menchaca
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Science Fair
Students will prepare for participation in the District Science Fair by creating a high-quality science fair project from start to finish. The course includes instruction in research techniques, experimental design, data collection, graphing, engineering design (when appropriate), presentation skills, and interview preparation. Students will also practice explaining their work to judges and audiences while developing confidence in public speaking. By the end of the course, students will have completed a polished science fair project that demonstrates creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry
Grades: 6
Monday through Wednesday
Times:2:45-3:45
Instructor: B. Montes
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Table Tennis (B)
Did you know Table Tennis is one of the most commonly played sports around the world today? Table Tennis is a fast-paced, competitive game that requires quick reflexes and great hand-eye coordination. Although it may sound like a complicated sport to play, table tennis is actually easy to learn. If you’re interested in learning how to play this fun and popular game, this is the class for you. Sign up and come in for a fun and exciting workout.
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday through Wednesday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: M. Ikino
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Create, Play & Explore
Get ready for fun every day! Students will enjoy hands-on crafts, exciting sports and outdoor games, classic board games, team challenges, and creative activities while building teamwork, creativity, and friendships in a positive and engaging environment
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: J. Ochoa
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Create, Play & Explore
Get ready for fun every day! Students will enjoy hands-on crafts, exciting sports and outdoor games, classic board games, team challenges, and creative activities while building teamwork, creativity, and friendships in a positive and engaging environment.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: L. Menchaca
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Story Telling & Expression
In this engaging enrichment course, students will build confidence, clear communication skills, and creative expression through speaking and listening activities. Designed to make public speaking fun and accessible, students will participate in interactive group discussions, storytelling, expressive reading, and persuasive presentations. Through positive collaboration and hands-on practice, students will learn to articulate their ideas with clarity, master active listening, and feel comfortable sharing their unique voices with an audience
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 3:45-4:45
Instructor: V. Castro
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Soccer Academy
Students will explore the laws and rules of soccer as well as basic skills required for the game of soccer
Grades: 7, 8
Monday and Tuesday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: M. Hernandez
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Basketball
Let's shoot some hoops! Join us to work on your basketball skills. We will help you with your dribbling, shooting and passing
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 3:45-4:45
Instructor: J. Carrillo
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Sports and Fitness
Get active, build skills, and have fun! Students will participate in games, skill-building activities, and fitness challenges in a positive and encouraging environment
Grades: 6 7 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Times: 3:45-4:45
Instructor: K. Tuairau
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Arts and Crafts & Everything Else! (A)
Students will learn different craft techniques, engage in art projects, learn about gardening, have fitness lab time, spark activities etc.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Wednesday Thursday Friday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: A. Fuentez
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Arts and Crafts & Everything Else! (B)
Students will learn different craft techniques, engage in art projects, learn about gardening, have fitness lab time, spark activities etc.
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Wednesday Thursday Friday
Times: 4:45- 5:45
Instructor: A. Fuentez
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Volleyball Development and Tryout Prep
Volleyball Skills & Tryout Prep is a Power Plus mini class designed to introduce middle school students to the fundamental skills, rules, and strategies of volleyball while preparing interested students for school volleyball tryouts and participation in the upcoming season. Students will receive hands-on instruction and practice in essential volleyball skills, including serving, passing, setting, hitting, court positioning, communication, movement, and teamwork. The class will also introduce students to basic rotations, rules of the game, and the expectations they may encounter during a middle school volleyball tryout. The class is intended for students of all experience levels, including beginners who want to learn the sport and students who already have some volleyball experience and would like to improve their skills. By the end of the mini class, students should: Develop proper volleyball fundamentals and techniques. Improve serving, passing, setting, hitting, and court movement. Understand basic volleyball rules, positions, and rotations. Develop communication, teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship. Become familiar with drills and activities commonly used during volleyball practices and tryouts. Be better prepared and more confident when participating in middle school volleyball tryouts or the upcoming volleyball season. The purpose of this Power Plus class is not only to prepare students for volleyball tryouts, but also to provide an opportunity for students who may be new to the sport to learn in a supportive environment. The program can help build student interest in school athletics while developing teamwork, discipline, physical fitness, and confidence
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Wednesday Thursday Friday
Times: 3:45- 4:45
Instructor: A. Ayala
Questions? Get in touch.
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)