Growing Outdoors at Red Oak Elementary

Fall Trimester Continues!

Fall Trimester Registration Closed August 27th

Fall Trimester Exploratory descriptions are listed below

Fall Trimester Exploratories will begin on Tuesday, September 2nd.
Exploratories will meet 5-9 times, depending on the day of the week and the grade level.
Exploratories take place Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday each week.
Exploratories are divided into three age groups: Kindergarten, First-Third Grade, and Fourth-Fifth Grade.
There is an additional $25 “Facility Use Fee” per exploratory. This helps Growing Outdoors pay for the “rent” that OPUSD charges to run our program on campus.
Registration must be completed and submitted online.
Any late registrations are at the discretion of the Growing Outdoors Director based on enrollment and staffing. All late registrations will be charged an additional fee of $25 per exploratory.

*Please note that these are the exploratories being offered for the Fall Trimester (September 2 – November 14).

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Fall Trimester After-School Exploratories

Kindergarten Exploratories: Fall Trimester
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GO Art! – 1:20pm – 2:15pm – Click here to view flier
Join us as we explore the colorful universe of art techniques, mediums, & history! Students will dabble in watercolors, pastels, charcoal and more while engaging with their inner artist and utilizing challenging techniques including perspectives, blending, and proportions. This exploratory will focus on the many disciplines of the practice of art, such as patience with the process, working independently, sharing art experiences, and encouraging art and creation in others.
Cost: $150 (6 Classes) Class Dates: September 8, 15, 22, 29; October 13; November 10 (No Class: October 6, 20, 27; November 3)

Thoughtful Tuesdays Yoga! – 1:20pm – 2:15pm – Click here to view flier
Yoga encourages movement, creativity and playfulness. Through music, books and age-appropriate games yoga poses will be taught to help develop focus, concentration, self-regulation and confidence. Yoga improves children’s physical and mental well-being.
“Just like a flower needs sunlight to bloom, our minds need mindfulness to shine brightly” -Thich Nhat Hanh
Cost: $140 (5 Classes) Class Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 30; October 14 (No Class: September 23; October 7, 21, 28; November 4, 11)

Playground Plus! – 1:20pm – 2:15pm
Playground Plus is the ultimate playground experience for kindergarten students. Each week, our games will focus on a different skill like strategy, creativity, teamwork, or sportsmanship, just to name a few. So come join us after school to play some games, make new friends, and have lots of fun!
Cost: $140 (7 Classes) Class Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25; October 9, 16, 23; November 13 (No Class: October 2, 30; November 6)

Viridian Art – Yummy Buddies! – 1:20pm – 2:15pm
Yummy Buddies is a deliciously fun art session where kids create adorable animals paired with sweet and savory treats—think donut bunnies, strawberry cows, and more! A perfect mix of cute and creative.
Cost: $245 (8 Classes) Class Dates: September 5, 12, 19, 26; October 3, 17, 24; November 14 (No Class: October 10, 31; November 7)

1st – 3rd Grade Exploratories: Fall Trimester
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Glass Art Fusion! – 2:35pm – 3:35pm
Growing Outdoors and Fire Glass Studio are proud to offer a unique art enrichment program! In this class, participants will discover the amazing world of fused-glass and mixed-media. Each student will create beautiful projects such as candle holders, holiday ornaments, small dishes, suncatchers, and much more. Come learn how to cut, shape, and form glass to make amazing artworks out of glass and other media too!
Cost: $245 (7 Classes) Class Dates: September 8, 15, 22, 29; October 6, 13; November 10 (No Class: October 20, 27; November 3)

Thoughtful Tuesdays Yoga! – 2:35pm – 3:35pm – Click here to view flier
Yoga encourages movement, creativity and playfulness. Through music, books and age-appropriate games yoga poses will be taught to help develop focus, concentration, self-regulation and confidence. Yoga improves children’s physical and mental well-being.
“Just like a flower needs sunlight to bloom, our minds need mindfulness to shine brightly” -Thich Nhat Hanh
Cost: $155 (6 Classes) Class Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 30; October 7, 14 (No Class: September 23; October 21, 28; November 4, 11)

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GO LEGO Sports! – 2:35pm – 3:35pm – Click here to view flier
Mini figures unite! It’s time to join the wonderful world of Mini figures, LEGO® bricks in our sports themed class! Our LEGO® STEM class is the perfect place for young minds to explore, create, and discover the endless possibilities of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Cost: $165 (6 Classes) Class Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 30; October 7, 14 (No Class: September 23; October 21, 28; November 4, 11)

Woodworking – Porch Swing Project! – 12:55pm – 1:55pm – Click here to view flier
*This exploratory is open to students in 1st-5th Grade
Join us this fall for woodworking where we will learn how to cut and assemble your very own mini wooden porch swing! Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this hands-on project welcomes all students to create and modify their own unique versions to take home. Our trained instructors will teach you how to saw, glue, sand, and more to be able to complete the project using the skills you learn. At the end of the session, you will add your own touches to your project, so it stands out in your home with your family!
Cost: $280 + $45 materials fee (9 Classes) Class Dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15, 22; November 12 (No class: October 29; November 5)

*For students enrolled in this exploratory, Growing Outdoors provides a supervised lunch period before the exploratory begins at 12:55.

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Exploring Music! – 12:55pm – 1:55pm – Click here to view flier
*This exploratory is open to students in 1st-5th Grade
Each day is a new musical journey! Miss Hannah will lead students through vocal exploration games, group singing, rhythm exercises, and more. No musical experience is required to enjoy music making, learn to listen actively, build interpersonal skills, and have fun along the way.
Hannah Lewis is a professional vocalist as well as the director of Valley Music Workshop, a musical collective set in one of the San Fernando Valley’s most historic homes offering music lessons, recording services, and live events year-round.
Cost: $275 (9 Classes) Class Dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15, 22; November 12 (No class: October 29; November 5)

*For students enrolled in this exploratory, Growing Outdoors provides a supervised lunch period before the exploratory begins at 12:55.

Sports ‘n More! – 2:35pm – 3:35pm – Click here to view flier
Our class will take your child away from the screens and into the sun. Participants will exercise and have fun while learning fundamental skills of each game, social skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Cost: $200 (8 Classes) Class Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25; October 9, 16, 23; November 13 (No Class: October 2, 30; November 6)

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GO Engineering! – 2:35pm – 3:35pm
Get ready to build, design and discover in this hands-on engineering class! Each week, young engineers will tackle exciting challenges using real-world problem-solving skills. From building bridges and designing rollercoasters, students will learn how things work – and how to make them better!
Cost: $200 (8 Classes) Class Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25; October 9, 16, 23; November 13 (No Class: October 2, 30; November 6)

Viridian Art – Yummy Buddies! – 2:35pm – 3:35pm
Yummy Buddies is a deliciously fun art session where kids create adorable animals paired with sweet and savory treats—think donut bunnies, strawberry cows, and more! A perfect mix of cute and creative.
Cost: $270 (9 Classes) Class Dates: September 5, 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 14 (No Class: October 31; November 7)

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Academic Chess! – 2:40pm – 3:40pm
We are devoted to promoting the merits of chess among children by using stories, dances, and catchy songs to make the game of chess exciting and easy to understand. Children participating in our program: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Have better concentration and mental discipline; Gain confidence and have lots of FUN!!! All students in the chess club receive an exclusive Academic Chess workbook, prizes for good sportsmanship and participate in the “BIG TOURNAMENT” on the last day where all kids take home a prize! New and returning students are welcome!
Cost: $235 (9 Classes) Class Dates: September 5, 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 14 (No Class: October 31; November 7)

4th – 5th Grade Exploratories: Fall Trimester
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Glass Art Fusion! – 3:00pm – 4:00pm
*This exploratory is open to students in 1st-5th Grade
Growing Outdoors and Fire Glass Studio are proud to offer a unique art enrichment program! In this class, participants will discover the amazing world of fused-glass and mixed-media. Each student will create beautiful projects such as candle holders, holiday ornaments, small dishes, suncatchers, and much more. Come learn how to cut, shape, and form glass to make amazing artworks out of glass and other media too!
Cost: $245 (7 Classes) Class Dates: September 8, 15, 22, 29; October 6, 13; November 10 (No Class: October 20, 27; November 3)

GO LEGO Sports! – 3:00pm – 4:00pm – Click here to view flier
Mini figures unite! It’s time to join the wonderful world of Mini figures, LEGO® bricks in our sports themed class! Our LEGO® STEM class is the perfect place for young minds to explore, create, and discover the endless possibilities of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Cost: $165 (6 Classes) Class Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 30; October 7, 14 (No Class: September 23; October 21, 28; November 4, 11)

Woodworking – Porch Swing Project! – 12:55pm – 1:55pm – Click here to view flier
*This exploratory is open to students in 1st-5th Grade
Join us this fall for woodworking where we will learn how to cut and assemble your very own mini wooden porch swing! Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this hands-on project welcomes all students to create and modify their own unique versions to take home. Our trained instructors will teach you how to saw, glue, sand, and more to be able to complete the project using the skills you learn. At the end of the session, you will add your own touches to your project, so it stands out in your home with your family!
Cost: $280 + $45 materials fee (9 Classes) Class Dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15, 22; November 12 (No class: October 29; November 5)

*For students enrolled in this exploratory, Growing Outdoors provides a supervised lunch period before the exploratory begins at 12:55.

Sports ‘n More! – 3:00pm – 4:00pm – Click here to view flier
Our class will take your child away from the screens and into the sun. Participants will exercise and have fun while learning fundamental skills of each game, social skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Cost: $200 (8 Classes) Class Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25; October 9, 16, 23; November 13 (No Class: October 2, 30; November 6)

Viridian Art – Yummy Buddies! – 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Yummy Buddies is a deliciously fun art session where kids create adorable animals paired with sweet and savory treats—think donut bunnies, strawberry cows, and more! A perfect mix of cute and creative.
Cost: $270 (9 Classes) Class Dates: September 5, 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 14 (No Class: October 31; November 7)

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Academic Chess! – 3:00pm – 4:00pm
We are devoted to promoting the merits of chess among children by using stories, dances, and catchy songs to make the game of chess exciting and easy to understand. Children participating in our program: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Have better concentration and mental discipline; Gain confidence and have lots of FUN!!! All students in the chess club receive an exclusive Academic Chess workbook, prizes for good sportsmanship and participate in the “BIG TOURNAMENT” on the last day where all kids take home a prize! New and returning students are welcome!
Cost: $235 (9 Classes) Class Dates: September 5, 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 14 (No Class: October 31; November 7)

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Fall Trimester After-School Exploratories

Frequently Asked Questions

Why aren’t Transitional Kindergarten (TK) exploratories offered?

Great Question. Because TK class release times are earlier than Kindergarten and are not consistent with the rest of our programming times, we have limited space and staff on campus to supervise and support a TK program at this time. We hope to meet your child next year as they enter Kindergarten!

What happens on Wednesdays after school gets out before the exploratories begin?

Great question! After school gets out on Wednesdays and before our exploratories begin, there is a 25 minute window of time where Growing Outdoors provides lunch supervision on the quad. At 12:55 (or 12:40 for Kindergarten students) our staff gathers all of the students enrolled in our programs and gets the afternoon fun started!

What happens if my child participates in Club Oak Park?

At the end of each exploratory, Growing Outdoors staff will walk those children enrolled in Club Oak Park from their exploratory to the appropriate location and transfer their care to the Club Oak Park staff.

What is the "facility use" fee in my registration?

OPUSD charges Growing Outdoors “rent” to provide our programming to Red Oak families. These fees are set by the OPUSD school board.

Growing Outdoors has separated this expense from our tuition to help you better understand what your payment is going towards!

What do I do if my child has to miss an exploratory day?

Please call us as early as possible (before 11 is preferable!) at (818) 889-8383. The Growing Outdoors adminstrative staff will be creating daily attendance sheets for each exploratory, so it would be helpful to have that information as early as possible. If a child that is expected does not show up for their exploratory, we will first check with the school to confirm that they were in attendance that day, and then we will call the parents to confirm their child’s safety.

Why does registration close before the first day of each exploratory?

Growing Outdoors wants to provide the best possible after school enrichment program. Therefore, we need time to train and prepare our staff, in addition to reviewing each child’s health form, prior to the first day of each exploratory.

Why are the exploratories divided into trimesters?

We feel that students will get the most out of each exploratory when they have consistent time to be with the same students and the same instructors to build a rapport. By making each trimester eight to ten weeks in length, students will have three opportunities during the school year to try different exploratories. Each trimester will offer different class options for the various age groups!

Why are the exploratories priced differently?

The price of all of our exploratories is based on number of class meetings, supply costs, staffing needs, and specialized instructor costs. By basing it on these factors, you can rest assured that you are getting what you pay for!

What does my exploratory tuition pay for?

There are many factors that affect Growing Outdoors exploratory prices! These might include:

We have a Site Coordinator on campus from before the first program begins until the last child is picked up!
There is a Growing Outdoors Exploratory Leader in each class! Our trained staff person is there to focus on the students’ well-being, while the Vendor or Program Specialist will handle the instruction of the activity.
We are dedicated to offering the highest quality after-school programs to our families! Each exploratory has a Vendor or Program Specialist who provides specialized and exciting instruction. To make this possible, each has a fee of their own which makes up the bulk of our exploratory pricing.
Each school district requires use rental fees for all indoor and outdoor exploratory locations. These fees go directly back to your school district!

Is it possible for an exploratory to be cancelled?

Occasionally, Growing Outdoors has to cancel an exploratory because low enrollment numbers make it logistically and financially nonviable. Should this happen to any exploratory for which you have signed up your child, we will contact you to discuss all alternative options (including the option of a full refund for the cancelled exploratory).

Could an individual class meeting be cancelled?

On very rare occasions, an exploratory does not happen quite as we planned! If there is ever an exploratory meeting that needs to be rescheduled, we will notify you in advance, and will still offer optional care for your child during their normal exploratory hour in the form of fun games and activities led by Growing Outdoors staff. Should an instructor be late or unable to make it to an exploratory meeting due to unforeseen circumstances, we will work with the school and vendor to reschedule the “missed” class. Never fear! Growing Outdoors staff will always be there to collect and care for your child and to make sure that they have a great time!

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