Enrichment opportunities for our students
PACE funds a variety of before and after-school classes that give kids learning opportunities beyond everyday academics.
To sign up for enrichment programs, please fill out a registration form in the front office!
Tuesdays, 2:15–3:30 pm
Jan 28th - March 25th (8 weeks, no class 2/18)
Location: Classroom 15
$25 per child (includes all materials, scholarship available upon request)
10 Students, 3rd to 5th
Beginner Guitar Class
PACE is thrilled to offer a 8-week Beginner Guitar Class in the winter for 3rd to 5th grade students. For registration, we are piloting a "Lottery Process" in hopes to make after school enrichment programs more equitable in access and reduce pressure on parents from first come first served sign ups. If your student is interested, please fill out this attached form and return the form to their classroom teacher by Friday, Jan 17th to enter the lottery. Students may also pick up a copy of the form to bring home from Ms. Bradford during recess or from Mr. Ockinga (Classroom 15). Students selected will be notified the week of Jan 21st.
PACE se complace en ofrecer una clase de guitarra para principiantes de 8 semanas en el invierno para estudiantes de 3º a 5º grado. Para la inscripción, estamos probando un "Proceso de Lotería" con la esperanza de hacer que los programas de enriquecimiento después de la escuela sean más equitativos en el acceso y reducir la presión sobre los padres para realizar las inscripciones por orden de llegada. Si su estudiante está interesado, complete este formulario adjunto y devuélvelo a su maestro de clase antes del viernes 17 de enero. Los estudiantes también pueden recoger una copia del formulario para llevarla a casa con la Sra. Bradford durante el recreo o del Sr. Ockinga (Salón 15). Los estudiantes seleccionados serán notificados la semana del 21 de enero. Detalles de la clase a continuación:
Chill Foundation Boardsports Program
Once a week, 3 sessions
4:30-6:30 at Woodward
Free
10 yrs +
Burton Snowboards is generously offering 8 scholarships for skateboarding classes in October. There will also be a snowboarding session in Winter of 2024
Art Club
Mondays after school, 2:15 - 3:30
8 weeks
2nd - 5th grade, 25 spots available
Art Club is an after school program at KBE hosted by Mrs. Connors. Students experience using a wide range of art materials and learn new techniques. From watercolors to pastels and mixed media, they will be inspired to develop their creativity, stimulate their mind and put their own mark on masterpieces.
Baile Folklórico
Tuesdays after school, 2:15 - 3:15
6 weeks
TK - 5th grade, 30 spots available
Get ready for a feather-filled experience with the Kings Beach Elementary Bird Club, hosted by the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science! With binoculars in hand, students will explore the natural world right around their school, searching for our fascinating native birds.
Over five weeks, students will:
Discover Bird Magic
Uncover the secrets of local birds—how they sing, where they live, and how to spot them!
Engage in Fun Activities
Enjoy interactive games, creative art projects, and more.
Connect with Nature:
Explore the beautiful Tahoe surroundings and develop a love for our feathered friends.
Sewing Club
Thursdays after school, 2:30 - 3:30
8 weeks
3rd - 5th grade, 25 spots available
In this club, we will learn sewing basics, why sewing is important and how it is connected to keeping our earth healthy. We will start at the beginning: threading a needle, tying knots and how to use and create patterns. We will make easy, cute and useful projects using a whip or running stitch that will hopefully inspire creativity and a thirst for learning more about sewing. This club will be facilitated in Spanish.
En este club, aprenderemos los conceptos básicos de la costura, por qué la costura es importante y cómo se relaciona con mantener nuestra tierra saludable. Comenzaremos al principio: enhebrar una aguja, hacer nudos y cómo utilizar y crear patrones. Haremos proyectos fáciles, lindos y útiles usando un látigo o puntada corriente. Tengo esperanza de inspirar creatividad y ganas de aprender más sobre la costura. Este club se dará en español.
Drumming Basics
Thursdays after school, 2:15 - 3:15
8 weeks
3rd - 5th grade, 10 spots available
Learn the fundamentals of drumming and be on the path to becoming a world class drummer! Class topics include developing proper stick technique, learning to read music for the drum set, and learning to play essential groove and fill ideas.
Intro to Keyboard
Tuesdays after school, 2:15 - 3:15
8 weeks
3rd - 5th grade, 10 spots available
This is a great introduction to piano and music for those who have little to no experience. You will learn critical first steps and tips like hand placement, connecting notes to the keys, scales and other essentials so you can begin playing fun, easy songs.
TINS Before School Birding Club
Fridays: September 20th, 27th, October 4th, 11th, and 18th
The blacktop/lunch area at Kings Beach Elementary School
Free
20 students, 2nd - 5th grade
Get ready for a feather-filled experience with the Kings Beach Elementary Bird Club, hosted by the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science! With binoculars in hand, students will explore the natural world right around their school, searching for our fascinating native birds.
Over five weeks, students will:
Discover Bird Magic
Uncover the secrets of local birds—how they sing, where they live, and how to spot them!
Engage in Fun Activities
Enjoy interactive games, creative art projects, and more.
Connect with Nature:
Explore the beautiful Tahoe surroundings and develop a love for our feathered friends.