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Morningside Mariners
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 for Session 5 coming soon!
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Soccer & Flag Football
Join this course to develop fundamental skills in both soccer and flag football! In soccer, students will learn essential techniques like dribbling, passing, and shooting while playing on organized teams and staying active. In flag football, students will focus on passing, receiving, hand-offs, and basic play-calling, ensuring everyone participates and learns in a fun, safe environment. This course provides a great opportunity to build skills, stay fit, and enjoy the game!
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Monday and Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor. E. Pantoja
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TK/K Golf
Golf is a popular sport all around the world. It is an outdoor sport that is usually played on a grassy area called a course. Golfers take turns hitting a ball towards a hole in the fewest amount of strokes (number of swings taken). Students will be learning the fundamentals of the sports, learning how to use the equipment properly, working together to improve their skills and develop a good understanding of the sport.
Grades: TK/K
Monday and Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: A. Gonzalez
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4th/5th Golf
Golf is a popular sport all around the world. It is an outdoor sport that is usually played on a grassy area called a course. Golfers take turns hitting a ball towards a hole in the fewest amount of strokes (number of swings taken). Students will be learning the fundamentals of the sports, learning how to use the equipment properly, working together to improve their skills and develop a good understanding of the sport.
Grades: 4, 5
Monday and Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: A. Gamino
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Sparkly Diamond Art
Students will be able to utilize colorful diamonds to create keychains, coasters, and unique room decorations. Students will be able to work individually or cooperatively with their peers to create diamond art!
Grades: 2, 3, 4, 5
Monday and Tuesday 3:30-4:30 pm
Instructor: F. Tan
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Creative Quest: Build, Play, Imagine!
In Creative Quest students will dive into a world of engaging games, artistic challenges, and hands-on building projects that spark creativity and teamwork.
Grade: 3
Monday and Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: R. Avelar
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Making Sensory Magic
Students will use various materials to promote their exploration and development of fine motor skills in sensory activities.
Grades: 1, 2
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: Melgoza
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1st grade Soccer
Students will learn basic rules and skills needed to play soccer.
Grade: 1
Monday and Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: M. Ayon
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Spring/Summer Arts and Crafts
The students will create various spring and summer crafts.
Grades: 2, 3
Wednesday and Thursday: 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: M. Flores
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Under the Sea Adventure
Students will use ocean lego sets to build realistic underwater marine animals and ocean scenarios. Students will work collaboratively to complete their underwater treasures.
Grade: 3
Monday and Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: A. Valdez
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Japanese Anime Club
Japanese Anime Cub: Do you want to learn how to draw manga? Would you like to speak and write in Japanese? Perhaps you dream in becoming a pop star idol? Join our karaoke session! How about learn about the culture and music that makes Japan so much fun! In this club, we will discuss and try to experience every aspect of Japanese culture, anime, manga, dance, fashion, food, music, art, and language. This club will promote multiculturalism, enhance language skills, foster creativity, develop social skills, and provide a safe space for expression and creativity.
Grades: 4, 5
Monday, and Tuesday : 3:30-4:30 pm
Instructor: K. Garibay
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Empower Hour
Students will explore their creativity with a variety of hands-on projects, activities and games.
Grade: 4
Monday and Tuesday: 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: J. Felix
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Homework Club
Homework Club is a fun and supportive place for 4th and 5th graders to get help with their schoolwork. Students can work on their assignments, ask questions, and receive guidance in a positive, friendly environment. It’s a great way to stay on track and boost confidence in school!
Grades: 4, 5
Tuesday and Wednesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: J. Rodriguez
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Fundamentals of Sports
Students will learn the fundamental skills needed in order to build a foundation for a variety of sports. Some sports we will be going over include basketball, soccer, frisbee, volleyball, etc.
Grades: 4, 5
Monday and Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: C. Macias
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Music
Students may use movement and games to develop their appreciation for music.
Grades: TK, K
Wednesday, Thursday : 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: B. Fernandez
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Block Busters
Solve the puzzle, create the Masterpiece!
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: E. Hermosillo
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Creative Minds
Students will learn how to use their creative minds to make key chains and bracelets.
Grades: 4, 5
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructor: K. Nunez
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Battle of the Books
Students will prepare for the 3rd-grade Battle of the Books competition. Students will read books from a variety of genres and engage in book discussions.
Grade 3
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Morningside Talent Club
The Morningside Talent Club provides a wonderful opportunity for kids to showcase their diverse skills and build confidence. The class will be structured to encourage participation from everyone, regardless of their skill level, emphasizing fun and positive reinforcement.
Grades TK-5
Monday and Tuesday: 2:30-3:30 pm
Instructors: P. Zarate, Y. Gonzalez, and K. Garibay
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)