after school program class descriptions fall 2014...***ballet & chinese dance/3:30 day mon time...

Mandarin Chinese Language Immersion Magnet School After School Program

Class Descriptions Fall 2014

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Mandarin Chinese Language Immersion Magnet School After School Program

Class Descriptions Fall 2014

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An Engineering World I for Kids/PK-1 - Art After School: Multimedia PK-1 3

Ballet Chinese Dance @ 3:30 – Camp Einstein 2-3 4 Camp Einstein PK-1 – Interactive Robotics 5 Lion Dance – Mobile Science Lab 6 Passport to Spanish – Piano Private @ 5:15 Fri 7 Piano Private @ 3:30 Mon – Piano Private @ 3:30 Thur 8 Piano Private @ 3:30 Tues – Piano Private @ 5:15 Wed 9 Sculpture & Ceramics – Soccer PK-1 10 Suzuki Violin @ 3:30 Fri – Suzuki Violin @ 4:05 Tuesday 11 TGI Elite Learning – Video Game Design 12 Copyright © 2014 c.h.i .l.d.r.e.n.s. Ini tiatives After School Programs

The Schedule below is sorted by ABC Order.

MASTER SCHEDULE OF ENRICHMENT CLASSES FALL 2014Mandarin Chinese Language Immersion Magnet School

Day TimeAn Engineering World I/PK-1 Fri 3:30-4:30

Engineering For Kids, Greater Houston Area owners are a pair of parents with backgrounds in engineering, science, teaching, oil, and business, lookingto make a difference in your child's life by exposing them to the World of Engineering! Engineering For Kids is an educational brain sport, offering highinterest, hands-on, brains-on courses! Your children will further develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills at such a young age. We buildengineers, not just robots. For additional information, including owner and instructor bios, please visit www.engineeringforkids.net/GreaterHouston

Teacher Description

Boys and Girls alike, LOVE evolving into Junior Engineers! Students will discover what an engineer does and even more exciting, inquisitively createtheir OWN hands-on project which they get to take home most of the time. Enter a world of innovation, imagination, and learning. This semester'soffering is: Aerospace Engineering. Students are introduced to fundamental concepts of flight and aircraft design. Through focused exploration andengaging the Engineering Design Process, they will design, create, test, and improve their own solutions (projects include rockets, parachutes, andairplanes). and Software Engineering. Using laptops, LEGO® WeDo Educational kits and software, students learn how to program and operate thevarious wild animals, cars, adventure stories, and soccer-themed creations they build. (note: NOT a take home project) Each semester we offerdifferent programs. Our curriculum correlates to both National and Texas teaching standards, such as the International Technology and EngineeringEducators Association (ITEEA), Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Common Core Math Standards (CCMS), and more; Our class has a 6:1student teacher ratio.

Course DescriptionPK-1Grade Level 6/12Min/Max

Day TimeAn Engineering World II/2-5 Tues 3:30-4:30

Engineering for Kids is based out of the D.C. area and the Greater Houston Area owners are a pair of parents looking to make a difference in yourchild's life by exposing them to the World of Engineering! Engineering for Kids is an educational brain sport! Your children will further develop theircritical thinking and problem solving skills at such a young age! For additional information, including owner and instructor bios, please visit: www.engineeringforkids.net/location/GreaterHouston

Teacher Description

Boys and Girls alike, LOVE evolving into Apprentice Engineers! Students will discover what an engineer does and even more exciting, inquisitivelycreate their OWN hands-on project which they get to take home most of the time. Enter a world of innovation, imagination, and learning. Thissemester's offering is: Aerospace Engineering. Students are introduced to the concepts of aerodynamics, propulsion, structural design, and flightthrough a series of activities that explore different types of aircraft. Students will learn the basic mechanics of flying machines through hands-on testingand revising their designs using elements of the Engineering Design Process (projects include rockets, parachutes, and hot air balloons).and Software Engineering. Students will design and program the latest generation LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education EV3 Kits and Software,which is based on National Instruments LabVIEW™, the industry-leading graphical programming language used by scientists and engineersworldwide! (note: NOT a take home project) Each semester we offer different programs. Our curriculum correlates to both National and Texasteaching standards, such as the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA), Next Generation Science Standards(NGSS), Common Core Math Standards (CCMS), and more; Our class has a 10:1 student teacher ratio

Course Description2-5Grade Level 10/20Min/Max

Day TimeArt Multi Media/2-5 Tues 4:35-5:35

City ArtWorks engages trained art instructors to teach their classes. The hands-on lessons are structured to achieve a creative goal in a funenvironment. City ArtWorks is a nonprofit arts education organization based in Houston since 1982. Their programs serve approximately 50 elementaryand middle schools in five school districts in the greater Houston area.

Teacher Description

Students in grades 2-5 will explore contemporary approaches and ideas in art while developing technical skills in a range of drawing andpainting materials. Students will explore the history of art and have opportunities to draw and paint abstractly and from observationlearning to use perspective, scale and shading. This class will also incorporate instruction in collage, printmaking, and other media.


Day TimeArt Multi Media/PK-1 Tues 3:30-4:30


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Students in grades PK-1 will explore contemporary approaches and ideas in art while developing technical skills in a range of drawing andpainting materials. Students will explore the history of art and have opportunities to draw and paint abstractly and from observationlearning to use perspective, scale and shading. This class will also incorporate instruction in collage, printmaking, and other media.


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Day Time***Ballet & Chinese Dance/3:30 Mon 3:30-4:30

Mitsi Dancing Schoolʼs company, Dance of Asian America (DAA), is the only non-profit Chinese dance company recognized by the City of Houston.DAA and Mitsi Dancing School students perform with and receive training from top nationally recognized and award-winning dancers of the ShanghaiDance Company and China Dancers Association, as well as many of Houstonʼs best dance companies. DAA and Mitsi Dancing School are the onlyChinese Dance Company and School to have our own city-wide productions at Miller Outdoor Theatre twice a year. Please visit our website: http://danceaa.org/site/

Teacher Description

The course is a combination Ballet and Chinese dance class and will be taught entirely in Chinese Mandarin Language. 30 minutes of the course will include ballet,which covers the following but will progress at a constantly challenging and fun level for the kids: Basic feet and arm positions, Across the floor traveling steps, Barre workand center (Plie, tendu, degage, rond de jambe, battement, sautes, etc.), Stretch for flexibility. Chinese has 56 ethnic groups containing different cultures, traditions andhistory. We will teach a dance from a different ethnic group yearly so the children can take a journey to China through their dancing. They will learn of the culture,traditions and history embedded in the dance and its movements and will master the skills in each dance. The dance can be performed at the School's Chinese Newyear festival or other events. They may also join Mitsi Dancing School recital which is coming up on our 30th anniversary next year. The show is an entirely professionalproduction with Chinese dance and modern dance in the first half of the show and a full ballet (Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Nutcracker, Swan Lake, etc.) in the secondhalf. More info on the Mitsi Dancing School recital will be given to students in class. NOTE: Proper attire is necessary to attend each class as follows and may bepurchased as needed due to the growth of your child: Leotard - $13, Ballet Shoes - $12, Ballet tights $10. If your child missed class due to illness, make-up classes areoffered at Mitsi Dancing School. For make-ups call: 832-638-2185


Day Time***Ballet & Chinese Dance/4:35 Mon 4:35-5:35

Mitsi Dancing School’s company, Dance of Asian America (DAA), is the only non-profit Chinese dance company recognized by the City of Houston.DAA and Mitsi Dancing School students perform with and receive training from top nationally recognized and award-winning dancers of the ShanghaiDance Company and China Dancers Association, as well as many of Houston’s best dance companies. DAA and Mitsi Dancing School are the onlyChinese Dance Company and School to have our own city-wide productions at Miller Outdoor Theatre twice a year. Please visit our website: http://danceaa.org/site/

Teacher Description

The course is a combination Ballet and Chinese dance class and will be taught entirely in Chinese Mandarin Language. 30 minutes of the course will include ballet,which covers the following but will progress at a constantly challenging and fun level for the kids: Basic feet and arm positions, Across the floor traveling steps, Barre workand center (Plie, tendu, degage, rond de jambe, battement, sautes, etc.), Stretch for flexibility. Chinese has 56 ethnic groups containing different cultures, traditions andhistory. We will teach a dance from a different ethnic group yearly so the children can take a journey to China through their dancing. They will learn of the culture,traditions and history embedded in the dance and its movements and will master the skills in each dance. The dance can be performed at the School's Chinese Newyear festival or other events. They may also join Mitsi Dancing School recital which is coming up on our 30th anniversary next year. The show is an entirely professionalproduction with Chinese dance and modern dance in the first half of the show and a full ballet (Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Nutcracker, Swan Lake, etc.) in the secondhalf. More info on the Mitsi Dancing School recital will be given to students in class. NOTE: Proper attire is necessary to attend each class as follows and may bepurchased as needed due to the growth of your child: Leotard - $13, Ballet Shoes - $12, Ballet tights $10. If your child missed class due to illness, make-up classes areoffered at Mitsi Dancing School. For make-ups call: 832-638-2185


Day TimeBasketball/2-5 Tues 4:35-5:35

Mini Star's focus is on developing skills directed toward the sport/fitness class they are engaging in. The challenge and excitement of playing gameskeeps the learning fun. As they are having fun, the students are introduced to the rules of the sport/fitness class they are engaged in.

Teacher Description

In this class students will master skills such as learning to dribble, shoot, and pass the ball. Coordination and agility are emphasized to improve theskill level of the students. The students will develop important team work skills while playing in a fun environment. Basketball will give the students agood form of exercise.


Day TimeBasketball/PK-1 Thur 3:30-4:30


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In this class students will master skills such as learning to dribble, shoot, and pass the ball. Coordination and agility are emphasized to improve theskill level of the students. The students will develop important team work skills while playing in a fun environment. Basketball will give the students agood form of exercise.


Day TimeCamp Einstein/2-3 Tues 3:30-4:30

Camp Einstein was formed in Houston, TX by a group of educators and technology professionals. Our staff is committed to providing a world classcurriculum for children ages 5-12. We deliver a hands-on, minds-on enrichment experience in a fun and creative way. Camp Einstein classes evokeimagination and discovery through scientific projects. Our unique curriculum is just as entertaining as it is educational. At Camp Einstein, campers areengaged in hands-on lessons and are motivated to use their critical thinking skills while learning principles central to engineering, the earth, and thephysical sciences. We offer afterschool enrichment classes, summer and winter camps, birthday parties, and workshops. We are proud to be servingthe creative little minds of Texas!

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In this class, explore topics in Engineering, Science and CSI Investigation. Design propeller cars and roller coasters. Explore volcanoes and build arocket to launch into the sky. Become a CSI Investigator and solve a mystery using blood and DNA analysis. This is the perfect class for the curiousminded student who loves to build, create and see how things work!



Day TimeCamp Einstein/PK-1 Tues 3:30-4:30

Camp Einstein was formed in Houston, TX by a group of educators and technology professionals. Our staff is committed to providing a world classcurriculum for children ages 5-12. We deliver a hands-on, minds-on enrichment experience in a fun and creative way. Camp Einstein classes evokeimagination and discovery through scientific projects. Our unique curriculum is just as entertaining as it is educational. At Camp Einstein, campers areengaged in hands-on lessons and are motivated to use their critical thinking skills while learning principles central to engineering, the earth, and thephysical sciences. We offer afterschool enrichment classes, summer and winter camps, birthday parties, and workshops. We are proud to be servingthe creative little minds of Texas!

Teacher Description

In this class, explore topics in Engineering, Science and CSI Investigation. Design propeller cars and roller coasters. Explore volcanoes and build arocket to launch into the sky. Become a CSI Investigator and solve a mystery using blood and DNA analysis. This is the perfect class for the curiousminded student who loves to build, create and see how things work!


Day TimeChess Instruction with USA Chess Thur 3:30-4:30

USA Chess has been teaching children from beginners to experienced tournament chess players for over 15 years. Our staff is carefullyselected both for their ability to play (all are experienced tournament players) and to teach the game in a fun, entertaining andinteresting way.

Teacher Description

Children of all ages and abilities will be taught the game of chess from experienced tournament players. Lessons are tailored to the abilities of the class.Beginners will be taught the basics (how the pieces move, the rules, etc. ) while more experienced players will be given problems to solve, lessons intactics, checkmates, openings, etc. Children will be split into groups by ability if more than 20 children enroll.


Day Time***Discovering Ancient China-Cultural Tues 3:30-4:30

Lim Chung, owner of Chung Creation is an artist whose works have been exhibited in local churches, business buildings, galleries, CityHall and restaurants. This artistic passion of brush painting and calligraphy is one she wishes to share with the children at MCLIMS. Youmay visit her website: www.chungcreation.com

Teacher Description

Students will explore the art and culture of ancient China through hands-on projects in a fun story-telling environment. Lessons include calligraphy,painting, name chop making, and traditional artwork mounting technique. Bonus projects include paper cutting, origami, dough art, and etc. By the endof this class, student will have a set of fun projects to decorate their rooms. Please pay $35 to instructor for material fees.


Day TimeEn Guarde: Fence for Fun Wed 3:30-4:30

Bayou City Fencing Academy is the oldest and largest fencing facility in Harris County. Our instructors have extensive experience teaching in bothpublic and private schools. They themselves have all been exceptional fencers. Our fencers have won gold medals in local, state and nationaltournaments and have gone on to some of the most prestigious universities with fencing scholarships. We are a member of the United States FencingAssociation and as such have hosted National as well coordinated the Houston NCAA fencing championships and senior and junior Olympics.

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Move over three musketeers!! Fencing, a classic sport with history, drama and style, excites the imagination, encourages creativity and buildsconfidence in physical and mental skills. By requiring concentration, discipline and quick decision making, it improves thinking skills and academicperformance. Classes for both beginners and continuing fencers are structured to provide instruction in a curriculum appropriate for young students.The sport is taught in a FUN and captivating atmosphere of games and activities with focus on physical development, coordination, fencing tactics andtechniques. Students learn unique footwork, fencing actions, scoring, terminology, tournament protocol, strategy and problem resolution. MOST of all…Fencing is FUN!!!


Day TimeHoola Hoop/Jump Roping Tricks - NEW Mon 3:30-4:30


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The purpose of this class is to exercise in a fun way. Join us and build balance, strengthen core muscles, and tone the entire body. In class you willlearn basic moves, such as waist, arm, and, hip movements for hooping and jump roping. Class will also include light fitness toning to ensure a full andfun workout. Enjoy fun movement while you learn Hoola Hoop and Jump Roping Tricks!


Day TimeInteractive Robotics Mon 3:30-4:30

The Interactive Robotics Academy uses the motivational value of robots to offer fun and challenging hands on learning experiences that increase thestudents' science and mathematics skills. Our instructors have taken the Bot Shop Educators program workshops. These workshops introduce theinstructors to the latest and most innovative practices in teaching robotics to students at all grade levels. The workshops bring a unique approach toteaching hands-on robotics.

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Our classes encourage creativity and problem solving. We teach the latest in robotics curriculum using the familiar and popular Lego building piecesincluding motors, gears, beams, wheels, and a variety of other parts. Using the Lego educational curriculum, and working in teams, students learn howthings are designed and how they work. We incorporate remote control devises to demonstrate the actual working components of each project.Activities are inquiry based, hands on, and above all else FUN.



Day Time***Lion Dance Fri 3:30-4:30

Houston Shaolin Kung Fu has been in business since 1998. Our Master (and owner ) has been teaching for over 20 years in the Marital Arts. He isfrom Shaolin Temple in China, 32nd generation Shaolin Monk ((Kung Fu).

Teacher Description

Lion Dance is a form of traditional dance in Chinese culture in which performers mimic a lion's movements in a lion costume. Basic Chinese lion dancefundamental movements are based on Traditional Chinese Kung Fu. It is an essential part of Chinese festivals/holidays and important functions such asweddings,business openings etc. Often performed by Kung fu schools at such events to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune, happiness andprosperity. Traditional lion dance performances also include the lighting of firecrackers to scare away the evil spirits. There may be an additional costfor costumes and equipment. This information will be announced at a later day and the costs of these costumes will be paid directly to the Provider.


Day TimeMad Science/K-5 Thur 4:35-5:35

Shari Penner Riesenfeld is the Houston-area president of the company. If you have questions about the staff, please call Shari at 713-663-7623.Teacher Description

Have fun in this course with hands-on science. Designed for the budding scientist. This course is provided by the award-winning Mad Science Group,based in Montreal Canada. NOTE: Minimum enrollment is 12.

Course DescriptionK-5Grade Level 10/20Min/Max

Day TimeMad Science/PK Thur 3:30-4:30

Shari Penner Riesenfeld is the Houston-area president of the company. If you have questions about the staff, please call Shari at 713-663-7623.Teacher Description

Have fun in this course with hands-on science. Designed for the budding scientist. This course is provided by the award-winning Mad Science Group,based in Montreal Canada. NOTE: Minimum enrollment is 12.

Course DescriptionPKGrade Level 10/20Min/Max

Day TimeMandarin Chinese Choir NEW Wed 3:30-4:30

Linda’s Music Studio is headed by Linda Singer who sang in Carnegie Hall with the Christ United Methodist Church of Sugar Land Festival Choir and isa classically-trained pianist for twenty-five years. This class will be taught by Yan Shen, the MCLIMS afterschool music coordinator. Yan Shen ispursuing her DMA in Piano Collaborative Arts at the Moores School of Music, University of Houston. She holds a Master of Music in PianoPerformance from the Wu Han Conservatory of Music, Wu Han, China and a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from Xing Hai Conservatory ofMusic, Guang Zhou, China. She accompanied the Gang Zhou Children Palace Choir from 2000-2010 and received the Excellent PIano Teacher Prizefrom the Guang Zhou National Piano Competition in 2008. Yan also served on the piano faculty of the Guang Zhou Conservatory of Music in Chinafrom 2005-2010. Other accomplishments include being a finalist in the American Protege Concerto Competition in 2012 and receiving the ExcellentGraduate Award from the Xing Hai Conservatory of Music in 2000.

Teacher Description

In China, it is required that children sing in a Mandarin Chinese choir. In that spirit, we would like to encourage all students at MCLIMS to register forthis class. It will be taught by Yan Shen who accompanied the Gang Zhou Children Palace choir from 2000-2010. Repertoire will include popularChinese children’s and holiday songs (including Christmas repertoire) for soprano, alto and tenor voices.


Day TimeMath Fun Games in Chinese/1-2 Wed 4:35-5:35

Miss Haiguang Jin (Miss Julia), owner of I Love Chinese earned a B.A. in Linguistics from China 12 years ago. She has taught Chinese in the UnitedStates for more than eight years. She presently teaches in six preschools inside the loop including Rice, Cathedral House, ST. Paul. In addition, shealso has a studio located in the Rice Village.

Teacher DescriptionMath is everywhere. Math is neither hard nor boring. It is right on your fingertips. Come join us to explore the fun in math.Course Description

1-2Grade Level 5/10Min/Max

Day TimeMath Fun Games in Chinese/PK-K Wed 3:30-4:30

Miss Haiguang Jin (Miss Julia), owner of I Love Chinese earned a B.A. in Linguistics from China 12 years ago. She has taught Chinese in the UnitedStates for more than eight years. She presently teaches in six preschools inside the loop including Rice, Cathedral House, ST. Paul. In addition, shealso has a studio located in the Rice Village.

Teacher DescriptionMath is everywhere. Math is neither hard nor boring. It is right on your fingertips. Come join us to explore the fun in math.Course Description

PK-KGrade Level 5/10Min/Max

Day TimeMobile Science Lab/3rd NEW Wed 3:30-4:30

STEMology Mobile Science Lab was created to awaken students' interest in science and increase awareness in the field of STEM (science, technology,engineering, and math) by a former science educator. STEMology MSL currently participates in after school programs in the Houston and Sugarlandarea.

Teacher Description

STEMology Mobile Science Lab is all about science on the move. We bring the science classroom to YOU! We provide a fun interactive scienceexperience where children can explore and expand their knowledge of science concepts through lab investigations. A wide range of state standardaligned topics will be cover throughout the semester such as Dirt-The Scoop on Soil (Explore the Properties of Soil); All about Circuits (Electricity);Measurement Olympics; Lab Equipment Scavenger Hunt; Growing Crystals (Salt Crystal Experiment); Geology Rocks! (Formation of rock/rockcycle); Gummy Bear Lab (Teaches the steps of the scientific method); Float Your Boat (Density); Stick to It (Magnetism). Students will havethe opportunity to utilize various lab equipment. During the 60 minute session, the STEMologists/students will go through lab investigation which isbroken down into 3 stages: the “Engage”, “Explore,” and "Make Sense."

Course Description3Grade Level 12/16Min/Max


Day TimePassport to Spanish NEW Wed 3:30-4:30

Established in 2001, Futura Language Professionals is a community-based organization dedicated to teaching languages and promoting enthusiasmfor the cultures they represent. We are a team of experienced language professionals and globetrotters who have called the world our classroom. Ourgoal is to revolutionize early language instruction, mimicking that of first language acquisition. We are committed to lifelong language learning andteach language using children's favorite things: songs, games, food, dancing and music. All of our instructors are college educated, have experience inworking with children, and are truly committed to creating multilingual and multicultural environments.

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Your child will love “traveling” with us to a different Spanish speaking country each week.. In this exciting cultural Spanish class, students will createtravel postcards and add stamps to their passports during “visits” to Mexico, Ecuador, Spain, Puerto Rico, and Guatemala. While learning excitingtravel vocabulary your child will be introduced to each country’s unique customs, arts, foods, and music. Parents and children alike will love thisinteractive Spanish class, which includes games, stories, and traditional crafts. This class is appropriate for those students that were with us lastsemester or students with little or no experience in Spanish.


Day TimePiano (Private) @ F3:30 Fri 3:30-4:00

Linda Singer Piano Studio is lead by Linda Singer, classically-trained pianist who has studied piano for twenty-five years. She performed for formerPresident George H.W. Bush and former Secretary of State James Baker III, as a pianist at the Houston Club. She also sang in Carnegie Hall in NewYork City, as a member of the alto section of the Christ United Methodist Church of Sugar Land Festival Choir. Linda studied piano for approximatelyten years in the Michael P. Hammond Preparatory program at the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University and currently studies privately withTimothy Hester, Associate Professor of Piano at the Moores School of Music at the University of Houston. Under her direction, all instructors haveextensive training and experience in teaching.

Teacher Description

In this class all students are required to practice their instrument seriously. In private piano lessons, students will learn how to play piano to the best oftheir ability. They will have a customized lesson plan and play pieces personally selected for them in one or a combination of the following genres:classical; Broadway, movie and TV tunes; jazz, rags & blues; children’s songs; holiday songs and other popular music. More importantly, students willbe engaged in learning a love and appreciation for music that could last a lifetime. There will be a recital at the completion of each semester. A qualityinstrument for home practice is required.




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Day TimePiano (Private) @ M3:30 Mon 3:30-4:00


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Day TimePiano (Private) @ Th3:30 (closed) Thur 3:30-4:00

Ms. Lum is a faculty member at MCLIMS. She has been playing piano for 11 years as well as studied music theory.Teacher Description

This is a 30-minute Private Piano Class which will provide students music theory and one on one instruction. During class, students will be assignedhomework which will require the student to practice at home. A recital at the end of the semester will be scheduled. The materials fee assessed willcover the first book and supplies for the semester. However, if your child completes the assignments in the first book provided, there may be additionalfees requested for the purchase of new books. The parent will be contacted if needed.



Day TimePiano (Private) @ Tu3:30 (closed) Tues 3:30-4:00

Ms. Lum is a faculty member at MCLIMS. She has been playing piano for 11 years as well as studied music theory.Teacher Description

This is a 30-minute Private Piano Class which will provide students music theory and one on one instruction. During class, students will be assignedhomework which will require the student to practice at home. A recital at the end of the semester will be scheduled. The materials fee assessed willcover the first book and supplies for the semester. However, if your child completes the assignments in the first book provided, there may beadditional fees requested for the purchase of new books. The parent will be contacted if needed.


Day TimePiano (Private) @ W3:30 Wed 3:30-4:00


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Day TimeSculpture & Ceramics 2-5 Fri 4:35-5:35


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This class offers an introduction to 3-dimensional art through sculpture. In this class, students will create 3-D wonders using a variety of media, tools,and techniques. Students will be working with traditional materials such as clay, in addition to creating assemblages from found objects or recycledmaterials. Students will learn basic sculpting concepts and skills. This class is designed to encourage each child’s unique creativity while exploring 3-dimensional space.


Day TimeSculpture & Ceramics PK-1st Fri 3:30-4:30

City ArtWorks engages trained art instructors to teach their classes. The hands-on lessons are structured to achieve a creative goal in afun environment. City ArtWorks is a nonprofit arts education organization based in Houston since 1982. Their programs serveapproximately 50 elementary and middle schools in five school districts in the greater Houston area.

Teacher Description

This class offers an introduction to 3-dimensional art through sculpture. In this class, students will create 3-D wonders using a variety of media, tools,and techniques. Students will be working with traditional materials such as clay, in addition to creating assemblages from found objects or recycledmaterials. Students will learn basic sculpting concepts and skills. This class is designed to encourage each child’s unique creativity while exploring 3-dimensional space.


Day Time***Shaolin Kung Fu for Beginners Thur 4:35-5:35

Houston Shaolin Kung Fu has been in business since 1998. Our Master (and owner ) has been teaching for over 20 years in the Marital Arts. He isfrom Shaolin Temple in China, 32nd generation Shaolin Monk ((Kung Fu).

Teacher Description

This course will consist of warm up, coordination exercises, conditioning, basic forms in Kung Fu, basics of self defense.Information regarding the ordering & costs of proper attire will be provided via your child with an order form for shirt, pants and shoes for acost of $60.00 by the 2nd class meet. These costs are not included in the Tuition. Payments are to be made to the order of: Houston ShaolinFung Fu. Please look for details from your child. Thank you.


Day Time***Shaolin Kung Fu for the Intermediate Thur 3:30-4:30

Houston Shaolin Kung Fu has been in business since 1998. Our Master (and owner ) has been teaching for over 20 years in the Marital Arts. He isfrom Shaolin Temple in China, 32nd generation Shaolin Monk ((Kung Fu). This class is directed for the students with no experience in Kung FuInstruction.

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This course will consist of warm up, coordination exercises, conditioning, basic forms in Kung Fu, basics of self defense. This class is directed only forthe students who have completed Kung Fu in the previous school year.

Information regarding the ordering & costs of proper attire will be provided via your child with an order form for shirt, pants and shoes for acost of $60.00 by the 2nd class meet. These costs are not included in the Tuition. Payments are to be made to the order of: Houston ShaolinFung Fu. Please look for details from your child. Thank you.


Day TimeSoccer Clinics/Footskills 2-5 Wed 3:30-4:30


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This class teaches the students the game of soccer and gives them an understanding of the rules. It helps them develop fundamental skills needed inthe game as well as adding a good form of exercise to their day. Technique is emphasized more as the student learns to master more difficultmaneuvers. The challenge and excitement of the games keeps learning fun! Soccer will help the students better their foot skills, balance, coordination,agility, and most importantly, their team work skills. Main topics in Soccer Clinics (dribbling, passing, footskills, turning, shooting ) confidence on theball.


Day TimeSoccer Clinics/Footskills PK-1 Wed 3:30-4:30


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This class teaches the students the game of soccer and gives them an understanding of the rules. It helps them develop fundamental skills needed inthe game as well as adding a good form of exercise to their day. Technique is emphasized more as the student learns to master more difficultmaneuvers. The challenge and excitement of the games keeps learning fun! Soccer will help the students better their foot skills, balance, coordination,agility, and most importantly, their team work skills. Main topics in Soccer Clinics (dribbling, passing, footskills, turning, shooting ) confidence on theball.



Day Time***Suzuki Violin (Semi Private Fri 3:30-4:00

Claire Eary, the Violin Teacher for the MCLIMS has over 30 years teaching children the Suzuki Violin Method. She is interested in extending her loveof the Violin to the children enrolled in the After School Program.

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Parents are required to attend this a 30-minute Semi Private Violin Class which will provide students music theory and one on one instruction. Duringclass, students will be assigned homework which will require the student to practice at home. A recital at the end of the semester will be scheduled.Mrs. Eary will inform you by the first class the fee she will need you to pay directly to her for supplies. However, the child must bring his/her ownViolin.


Day Time***Suzuki Violin (Semi Private Tues 4:40-5:10


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Day TimeTGI Elite Learning/1-3- NEW Thur 4:35-5:35

Yen Laoshi (YenTi Geekie) is a native speaker from Taiwan with triple Master degrees in Music Education, Museum Education and ArtEducation from Teachers college, Columbia University in the city of New York. She is also a K-12 certified Mandarin, Music and Arteducator in the States. She has extensive training in Off, Kodaly, and Dalcroze.Yen Laoshi has been teaching and working with many world renowned organizations since 2000, including the Metropolitan Museum ofArt, the Museum of Modern Art, The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, UNESCO, Columbia University, the Cloud Gate DanceTheater, The school at the Columbia University (NYC), and many other public and private schools around the world. Yen Laoshi alsocreated the first Music Program in the MCLIMS in Fall 2013. She is passionate about creating an innovative interdisciplinary MandarinImmersion environment.

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Are you unsure about what or how to prepare for your children for cultural shows, exhibitions or events in town or when traveling abroad?Don’t know where to find or lack access to resources to utilize qualified and experienced educators? You know that problem solving,critical thinking, creativity and imagination are important for this rapidly changing world but are unsure as to how to create the organicenvironment to support and lead your children?We have established an Elite-themed curriculum that provides opportunity for children to learn Aesthetic education within a Chineseimmersion environment. Children will explore multiple themes about Fall and Winter, Chinese National Day and other Holidays. Therewill be at least two teachers in each class to create a low student to teacher ratio to ensure the best support to each student’s needs.We welcome children who are new to Chinese or have previous experiences with language and culture.


Day TimeTGI Elite Learning/PK-K - NEW Thur 3:30-4:30

Yen Laoshi (YenTi Geekie) is a native speaker from Taiwan with triple Master degrees in Music Education, Museum Education and ArtEducation from Teachers college, Columbia University in the city of New York. She is also a K-12 certified Mandarin, Music and Arteducator in the States. She has extensive training in Off, Kodaly, and Dalcroze.Yen Laoshi has been teaching and working with many world renowned organizations since 2000, including the Metropolitan Museum ofArt, the Museum of Modern Art, The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, UNESCO, Columbia University, the Cloud Gate DanceTheater, The school at the Columbia University (NYC), and many other public and private schools around the world. Yen Laoshi alsocreated the first Music Program in the MCLIMS in Fall 2013. She is passionate about creating an innovative interdisciplinary MandarinImmersion environment.

Teacher Description

Are you unsure about what or how to prepare for your children for cultural shows, exhibitions or events in town or when traveling abroad?Don’t know where to find or lack access to resources to utilize qualified and experienced educators? You know that problem solving,critical thinking, creativity and imagination are important for this rapidly changing world but are unsure as to how to create the organicenvironment to support and lead your children?We have established an Elite-themed curriculum that provides opportunity for children to learn Aesthetic education within a Chineseimmersion environment. Children will explore multiple themes about Fall and Winter, Chinese National Day and other Holidays. Therewill be at least two teachers in each class to create a low student to teacher ratio to ensure the best support to each student’s needs.We welcome children who are new to Chinese or have previous experiences with language and culture.

Course DescriptionPK-KGrade Level 3/6Min/Max

Day TimeVideo Game Design/Kodu Course NEW Fri 3:30-4:30

USA Chess has been teaching children from beginners to experienced tournament chess players for over 15 years. Our staff is carefullyselected both for their ability to play (all are experienced tournament players) and to teach the game in a fun, entertaining andinteresting way.

Teacher Description

Children use Kodu software (video game design software from Microsoft) to create a cool video game complete with worlds designed by the kids,Rovers, Cycles, Rockets and a variety of characters the are programmed by the kids to interact at the command of the player. Games include scoring,health and all the features of the child's favorite games.



after school program class descriptions fall 2014...***ballet & chinese dance/3:30 day mon time...

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