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Del Vista Dragons
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!
Session 4:
April 22, 2025 - June 5, 2025
Registrations will open April 8, 2025
Parents, please make sure to check the grade levels before registering. Please note that students that register for classes later than 2:30 pm will have to be picked up after school and dropped off for their class unless they attend the after school POWER program.
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Creative Play/Crafts
Your child will engage in fun exploration through various learning centers. They will develop creativity, social skills, and cognitive thinking skills.
Grade: TK/K
Monday, Tuesday
2:30 pm- 3:30 pm
Instructor: A. Rios
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Arts and Crafts
This hands-on program focuses on allowing students to create unique designs using vinyl, paper, and other materials. From custom stickers and personalized decor to fun DIY crafts, students will explore their creativity. Let’s design, cut, and craft together in a fun and inspiring environment!
Grade: 3
Monday, Tuesday
2:30 pm- 3:30 pm
Instructor: K. Navarro
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STEAM Building
The after-school STEAM program offers hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. It helps students build confidence, enhance academic skills, and prepares them for future careers in growing fields
Grade: 5
Monday & Tuesday
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Instructor: D. Cerna
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County STEAM Olympiad
Students will prepare for the Kern County STEAM Olympiad.
Grade: 4, 5
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Instructor: M. Ledezma
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Sports Club
Sports Club consist of playing a variety of outdoor games, as well as some indoor games when weather is too hot to be outdoors. We will be playing different sports like: volleyball, baseball, pickleball and indoor table games.
Grade: 5
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:30pm-3:30pm
Instructor: D. Lopez
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Art in Action
Painting, Drawing, Crafting, etc.
Grade: 5
Wednesday, Thursday
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Insrtructor: A. Magana
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Jewelry and Art
Students will make necklaces and bracelets and will draw and color using paint markers and brush markers.
Grade: 4
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Instructor: C. Cortez
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Arts and Crafts
Students will use their creativity to make a variety of arts and crafts.
Grade: 2, 3
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.
2:30 - 3:30pm
Instructor: J. Herrera (Prieto)
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Del Vista Dance Team
Join the Del Vista Dance Team and bring the beat to life! 🕺💃 This is your chance to learn awesome routines, make new friends, and shine on stage. Show off your school spirit, build confidence, and have a blast dancing to the hottest beats. No experience needed—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Sign up today and let’s get moving! 🎶🔥
Grade: 3, 4, 5
Monday, Tuesday
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Instructor: G. Reyes
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Coloring
Join us for a world of colorful fun! In this class our main topic will be coloring, but we will also be squeezing in some arts and crafts fun!
Grade: 1, 2
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Instructor: C. Gomez
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Painting
Lets paint!! In this class students will be able to express their emotions through painting and let their creativity flow. The painting possibilities are endless!
Grade: 1, 2
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Instructor: K. Miranda
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Summer Crafts
Come join for the year end summer crafts.
Grade: 5
Wednesday, Thusrday
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Instructor: M. Guerra
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Cheer
Are you ready to bring some school spirit? Whether you’ve cheered before or are trying it out for the first time, our cheer squad is all about having fun, showing support for our school, and making new friends! No experience needed—just bring your energy and enthusiasm. Fourth grade meets on Monday and fifth grade meets on Wednesdays.
Grade: 4, 5
4th Grade - Monday
5th Grade - Wednesday
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Instructor: B. Cook
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Film Studies
Students will analyze film by genre, plot, problem and resolution. Additionally, students will recreate their own film where they become actors/actresses in their own short film. They will then present to the class in the end.
Grade: 5
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Instructor: J. Amanonce
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)