Minneapolis Public Schools

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We'll use LEGO building elements, motors, and sensors, to build robots and program them to move, react, and make sounds! Later in the year it will be time to design rockets ships! Robotics are good for language development, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Year-round, Tues/Thurs Class

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We'll use LEGO building elements, motors, and sensors, to build robots and program them to move, react, and make sounds! Later in the year it will be time to design rockets ships! Robotics are good for language development, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Year-round, Mon/Wed Class

Join Ms. Maria on an American Sign Language journey. You will learn to spell your name, greet friends, and master fun signs like "turtle" and "bear"!

Join Arena Dance instructors as you move your feet and stretch your creativity! Coreograph your own dance to show off for friends and family!

Create an exciting costume with a professional artist! Work one-on-one with your mentor and show off your creation in a big parade!

Join Mr. Belsito for an after school adventure improving your chess skills. We will send a strong Whittier team to our district chess tournament in December - Go Wolves! GRADES 2-5

Extend your learning at your own pace using District online learning tools with DreamBox Math and the new reading curriculum with Ms. Bennett. Grades K-5

Extend your learning at your own pace using District online learning tools with DreamBox Math and the new reading curriculum with Ms. Bennett. Grades K-5

Extend your learning at your own pace using District online learning tools with DreamBox Math and the new reading curriculum with Ms. Bennett. Grades K-5

JUMPSTART is science, nature, games, art and more. Held before school at Whittier from 8am to 9am, students will explore their creativity through hands-on play, and build a special community together. Come jumpstart your day before school and be ready to learn all day long!! Why multiple prices? Families are asked to choose the price that they are able to pay. Our fees make it possible to offer these enrichment experiences to students and we are grateful for your support. JUMPSTART es ciencia, naturaleza, juegos, arte y más. Celebrada antes de la escuela en Whittier de 8 am a 9 am, los estudiantes explorarán su creatividad a través del juego práctico y construirán una comunidad especial juntos. ¡Ven a comenzar tu día antes de la escuela y prepárate para aprender todo el día! ¿Por qué múltiples precios? Se pide a las familias que elijan el precio que pueden pagar. Nuestras tarifas permiten ofrecer estas experiencias de enriquecimiento a los estudiantes y estamos agradecidos por su apoyo.

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We'll use LEGO building elements, motors, and sensors, to build robots and program them to move, react, and make sounds! Later in the year it will be time to design rockets ships! Robotics are good for language development, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Year-round, Tues/Thurs Class

Join Ingrid from the Swedish Institute for a relaxing afternoon of handcraft making. You'll paint dala horses, learn traditional weaving technique and even make your own spool for spool-knitting!!! Why multiple prices? In order to keep programs sustainable and affordable, we offer a sliding scale. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay or select the no-cost option. QUESTIONS??? Contact Jeff "Nacho" Carlson: jcarl001@mpls.k12.mn.us // 612-668-4181

Join the PAC!! At the Park Activity Center (PAC) you'll spend the few minutes reading with your mentor and then it is time for you to choose - Activities range from soccer and basketball to art, nature and drama. The only limit is your imagination! Why multiple prices? In order to keep programs sustainable and affordable, we offer a sliding scale. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay or select the no-cost option. QUESTIONS??? Contact Jeff "Nacho" Carlson: jcarl001@mpls.k12.mn.us // 612-668-4181

Join the PAC!! At the Park Activity Center (PAC) you'll spend the few minutes reading with your mentor and then it is time for you to choose - Activities range from soccer and basketball to art, nature and drama. The only limit is your imagination!

Join the PAC!! At the Park Activity Center (PAC) you'll spend the few minutes reading with your mentor and then it is time for you to choose - Activities range from soccer and basketball to art, nature and drama. The only limit is your imagination!

Join the PAC!! At the Park Activity Center (PAC) you'll spend the few minutes reading with your mentor and then it is time for you to choose - Activities range from soccer and basketball to art, nature and drama. The only limit is your imagination!

Have fun reading books, playing games and drawing pictures with Ms. Pendleton!

Discover the exciting sport of Rock Climbing! Learn knot tying, belaying, rope management and more at Vertical Endeavors, 3 blocks away! Why multiple prices? In order to keep programs sustainable and affordable, we offer a sliding scale. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay or select the no-cost option. QUESTIONS??? Contact Jeff "Nacho" Carlson: jcarl001@mpls.k12.mn.us // 612-668-4181

Design your own amusement park rides in this super fun and interactive STEAM engineering class! Learn how to use LEGO® bricks, gears, pulleys, levers, and other building materials to create roller coasters, merry-go-rounds, and other awesome rides. Tuesdays / Grades 2-5 Why multiple prices? In order to keep programs sustainable and affordable, we offer a sliding scale. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay or select the no-cost option. QUESTIONS??? Contact Jeff "Nacho" Carlson: jcarl001@mpls.k12.mn.us // 612-668-4181

Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building drills and catapults, or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building helicopters and robotic dogs, your child is sure to have a great time. Build a different model each class! Wednesdays / GRADES 1-3 In order to keep programs sustainable and affordable, we offer a sliding scale. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay or select the no-cost option.

Spend the first half hour working on reading and math with your mentor and then it is time to play games together. With Ms. Daub!