The Mistral PTA arranges for a variety of after-school classes and clubs for students at Mistral, with a goal of having no student turned away for lack of funds. Classes run in three sessions, September-November, December-February and March-May. Information about registration is posted in the school newsletters, online and on posters around campus a few weeks before a session starts.
Want to see a new class offered? Talk with the PTA's After School Program Chair and find out how you can help bring it to Mistral.
Here are the key dates for Winter 2023-2024.
| Requests open: | Nov. 17, 2023, 11:20 a.m. |
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| Requests closed: | Nov. 24, 2023, 8 p.m. |
| Additional signups open: | Nov. 26, 2023, 10 p.m. |
| First class: | Nov. 27, 2023 |
| Add/Drop deadline: | Jan. 26, 2024, 3 p.m. |
| Last class: | Feb. 15, 2024 |
Class Schedule for Winter 2023-2024.
(Classes run from: Nov. 27, 2023 - Feb. 15, 2024)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinder |
Stay & Play |
Baile Folklórico |
Art Club |
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| 1st Grade |
Music |
Crafts |
Baile Folklórico Chess |
Art Club Yoga |
Math Club |
| 2nd Grade |
Music |
Crafts |
Baile Folklórico Chess |
Art Club Yoga |
Math Club |
| 3rd Grade |
Lego Robotics |
Multisports |
Baile Folklórico Chess Public Speaking |
Yoga |
Art Club Math Club |
| 4th Grade |
Lego Robotics |
Multisports |
Baile Folklórico Chess Public Speaking |
Yoga |
Art Club Math Club |
| 5th Grade |
Lego Robotics |
Multisports |
Baile Folklórico Chess Public Speaking |
Yoga |
Art Club Math Club |
Class Descriptions
Art Club - Grade K-2
Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Using a variety of mediums students will learn new techniques while they create art drawing from different sources of inspiration.
Offered by: CSMA
Language: English
Room: Mistral-16
Suggested donation: $200.00
Art Club - Grade 3-5
Friday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Using a variety of mediums students will learn new techniques while they create art drawing from different sources of inspiration.
Offered by: CSMA
Language: English
Room: Mistral-16
Suggested donation: $200.00
Baile Folklórico - Grade TK-K
Wednesday 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Baile Folklórico is a great opportunity for students interested in performing arts, dance, and Mexican culture. Students will be introduced to the music and basic folk dance forms with an emphasis on body movement, rhythm, balance and other skills. The students will be invited to participate in a special performance for the school and parents at the end of the session.
Offered by: Lety Ceja
Language: English/Spanish
Room: Mistral-1
Suggested donation: $200.00
Baile Folklórico - Grade 1-5
Wednesday 3 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Baile Folklórico is a great opportunity for students interested in performing arts, dance, and Mexican culture. Students will be introduced to the music and basic folk dance forms with an emphasis on body movement, rhythm, balance and other skills. The students will be invited to participate in a special performance for the school and parents at the end of the session.
Offered by: Lety Ceja
Language: English
Room: Mistral-1
Suggested donation: $200.00
Chess - Grade 1-5
Wednesday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join us as we share our knowledge and enthusiasm around the ancient game of chess. Following the basics of piece movement, algebraic notation, material value of the pieces, our lessons will cover the principles/rules of the opening game, tactics/strategic planning of the middle game, and common endgame scenarios. We’ll analyze the games of the ‘greats’ as well as analyze the games of our future Chessmasters. This will be done in a supportive environment while stressing patience, sportsmanship, and respect for both the game and the members of our club. Club members will receive our exclusive workbooks and as part of our mission, hopefully a lifelong love for the game of chess. Any questions regarding our club, please call (888)44-CHESS.
Offered by: Academic Chess
Language: English
Room: Mistral-18
Suggested donation: $200.00
Crafts - Grade 1-2
Tuesday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Discover the art of transforming everyday materials into remarkable works of eco-friendly and visually captivating art. Through innovative crafting techniques, you and your students will explore imaginative ways to repurpose items, breathing new life into old objects while championing environmental consciousness and showcasing how creativity can play a pivotal role in reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
Offered by: Shiomara Lopez
Language: Spanish
Room: Mistral-14
Suggested donation: $200.00
Lego Robotics - Grade 3-5
Monday 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Is your child itching to learn about science, tech, or robots? In First Lego League Robotics students will collaborate to design, build, and code robots to compete against one another in a friendly competition! Students will learn about engineering, science, and what it takes to make a robot run in a fun and friendly environment. No experience of any kind is necessary!
Offered by: Alyse Graham-Martinez
Language: English
Room: Mistral-15
Suggested donation: $200.00
Math Club - Grade 1-2
Friday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Our goals are to develop mathematical thinking, practice creative problem solving skills, and instill a love of math. We will collaboratively look for patterns, make hypotheses from those patterns, and come up with ideas for how we might prove them. We will take inspiration from brain teasers, puzzles, and games for our exploration.
Offered by: Joanne Gatmaitan
Language: English
Room: Mistral-1
Suggested donation: $200.00
Math Club - Grade 3-5
Friday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Our goals are to develop mathematical thinking, practice creative problem solving skills, and instill a love of math. We will collaboratively look for patterns, make hypotheses from those patterns, and come up with ideas for how we might prove them. We will take inspiration from brain teasers, puzzles, and games for our exploration.
Offered by: Devesh Parekh
Language: English
Room: Mistral-14
Suggested donation: $200.00
Multisports - Grade 3-5
Tuesday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Students will learn and practice a variety of skills for a variety of sports, including basketball (dribbling, passing, shooting), football (throwing and catching a Nerf football), and soccer (dribbling, passing). They will work on their coordination, balance, and motor skills.
Offered by: Steven Torres
Language: English
Room: Blacktop
Suggested donation: $200.00
Music - Grade 1-2
Monday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Music education is an excellent opportunity for young musicians to expand their artistic horizons. Music is beneficial for children's development, regardless of age. Through music, they can develop timing, coordination, listening skills, and self-expression, and they build self-confidence and social abilities.
Offered by: Washington Luis
Language: English
Room: Mistral-19
Suggested donation: $200.00
Public Speaking - Grade 3-5
Wednesday 3 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
In this class, we will learn how to create and present prepared and extemporaneous speeches in front of peers. Students will enhance their communication and critical thinking skills and improve their poise and self-confidence.
Offered by: MVLA Speech & Debate Team
Language: English
Room: Mistral-15
Suggested donation: $200.00
Stay & Play - Grade TK-K
Tuesday 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Stay & Play provides a range of activities, games, and crafts so the kids can relax, unwind, and play. There will be outdoor playtime as long as the weather is not too bad. The class runs from TK/K dismissal time to the dismissal time of the older students, so it is also a helpful option for parents of older siblings to coordinate and consolidate pickups.
Offered by: Arren Allegretti
Language: English
Room: Mistral-19
Suggested donation: $200.00
Yoga - Grade 1-5
Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
In this class, yoga will stimulate the children's creativity, while challenging their range of motion, balance and focus. Yoga encourages students to stretch their bodies and increase their brainpower. Children should wear comfortable, loose clothing and bare feet.
Offered by: Rachel Tischler
Language: English
Room: Library
Suggested donation: $200.00