Adaptive Programs Youth & Teen

Super Social Explorers

ages 7–11

An after-school program for children who have social and communication challenges Super Social Explorers offers elementary-aged students the opportunity to participate in cooperative play and everyday activities within peer dyads and small groups Kids will get to meet and engage in fun activities to practice different social skills This includes a focus on skills such as staying with the group, greetings, turn taking, participating independently in activities and brief exchanges with peers

Activities such as freeze dance, rain stick creations, making playdough, obstacle courses, cause and effect science and other sensory fun! Completion of support form required

Material Fee: $30 (Session I), $35 (Session II) session i r$395N$425

Thur Sept 7–Oct 12 (6×) 3:30–4:45pm session ii r$435 N$465

Thur Oct 26–Dec 14 (7×) 3:30–4:45pm

Instructor: Alle Cauterucci

Location: Beach School, Music Room

Min: 5; Max: 10

Yoga for Exceptional Children

ages 6–13 r$25 N$33

Yoga for Exceptional Children is an introduction to the basic of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness for neurodivergent kids We’ll teach kids about yoga postures, breathing and mediation, using music, humor, crafts and fun!

Kids who know nothing about yoga will get in touch with their bodies and breath—they might just dance home and tell their parents to try a down dog and relax

Saturday September 16 (1×) 2:30–4:30pm

Saturday September 23 (1×) 2:30–4:30pm

Instructor: Beth Houghton

Location: Yama Kids Yoga Studio, 2631 Ashby Ave.

Suite A, Berkeley

Min: 5; Max: 10

Adventures with Piggie & Gerald

ages 3–6 r$335 N$365

Can I Play Too? We Are In a Book! Waiting Is Not Easy! Join two of the most beloved book characters, Piggie and Gerald, for a fun holiday camp! We will create snacks and crafts featuring our favorite friends to ring in the new year while making a few new friends The pepita teachers are experienced and passionate about offering an inclusive classroom for all types of learners Neurodiverse students are encouraged to attend Material Fee: $20

Wed–Fri Jan 3–Jan 5 (3×) 8:30am–1:30pm

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro

Location: Havens School, Room 110

Min: 12; Max: 24

Adaptive Mixed Media Arts

ages 6–12

This class will explore a variety of contemporary artists and explore different methods and forms of creating art Students draw, collate and paint each week with projects that allow them to express their creativity Barbara’s kindness, patience and experience as an educator make her a master in teaching artist of all abilities the wonders of creating art . There will be snack (coming from home) and socializing time each day Material Fee: $24 (Session I), $42 (Session II) session i r$308N$338

Mon Sept 11–Oct 2 (4×) 3:30–4:45pm session ii r$539 N$569

Mon Oct 23–Dec 11 (7×)* 3:30–4:45pm

Instructor: Barbara Brock

Location: Beach School, Room TBA

Min: 6; Max: 10 *No class on Nov 20

Adventures with Piggie & Gerald Aftercare

ages 3–6 r$125 N$145

If your child is signed up for Adventures with Piggie & Gerald and you would like to make it a full day, please join us for a laid back afternoon with flexible pick up time

Wed–Fri Jan 3–Jan 5 (3×) 1:30–3:30pm

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro

Location: Havens School, Room 110

Min: 12; Max: 24

Barbara Brock is a Bay Area native and lifelong artist and especially loves water coloring and drawing in her spare time She received her Bachelor’s from University of Oregon and her Master’s in Education from UC Berkeley . She currently teaches 4th grade at Joaquin Miller Elementary and incorporates art into instruction through various mediums

Barbara’s knowledge and experience with neurodiverse students ranges from creating adaptive curriculum for her neurodiverse students in her classroom to weekly one-on-one academic support with special needs students She can’t wait to share her passion for art with your learners and encourage a passion for art in them!