Polaris at Ebert

Arts and Crafts - Ms. Pernarelli  1-2 grade/1^st & 2^nd hallway

Let your creativity flow! In this fun class, you'll work on a mosaic masterpiece, or make scented sea salts, soaps, and stepping stones

Play Chess - Mr. Brotsker  1-2 grade/library back tables

Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess, or simply improve your play?  Then this is your class

What can you do with paper?  Ms. Andee Hoos  1-2 grade/Rm 121 ms. Stromberg’s

Paper isn't just something to write and draw on.  Find out what fun and amazing things paper can do.

Let's Make Noise  Ms. Sierra Law  1-2 grade/Rm 124 Ms. Zimmerman’s

A percussion instrument is anything you strike to cause it to make a sound (except your little brother).

Silent Reading  Ms. Garrett 1-5 grade/Rm 123 Ms. Garrett’s

Silent reading is for students who love to read and would like to have an extra reading time.  The last 15 minutes of the reading session you will have the opportunity to make fun bookmarks each week or continue reading.  Bring the book you are reading.

Kept in Stitches  Ms. Heng  1-5 grade/Room 129, Ms. Heng's

Want to learn to knit or keep going in your knitting knowledge?  This class is guaranteed to "Keep You in Stitches"! This class is for both beginning and continuing knitters.  Students will be expected to bring knitting needles or purchase a pair for the class

Polaris Student Council  Mr. Wieland and Mr. Smith  1-5 grade/Room 204, Mr. Wieland's

If you have always wanted to be part of student council, this is your chance.  We are looking for students who are dedicated to serving their fellow students through improvements to our school environment, character trait classroom skits, fundraising efforts, and school store.

Weaving  Mrs. Quinby  1-5 grade/Room 211, Ms. Quinby's

Come to Weaving Class with Mrs. Quinby. We will be using yarn, raffia, sticks, feathers, beads and more to beautify your weavings.

Mosaics 1  Ms. Axt and Ms. Clohessy  2-5 grade/Cafeteria Foyer

Come learn the art of mosaics by creating a design using different materials.

Build your own Robot- Ms. Leigh Benson  2-5 grade  Room 202, Mr. Ashburn's

You are part of the special engineering team tasked with providing a robot for distant planet exploration.  The team will need to design, build, and test different mini mobile robots together before  the scheduled mission launch date, October 19th.  Come be part of the future of world-class robotic engineers!

Drama  Ms. Johnson and Mr. Ashburn  2-5 grade/Auditorium

We will act out children's plays, do some improvisation, and maybe even write and perform your own play!  All you actors to be, learn from Ms. Johnson who is a Shakespearean actress!.

Mud  Mr. Danato  3-5 grade  Outside- Main Entrance

In this class we will build things out of mud.  We will talk about different kinds of mud buildings around the world and make a model of our own.  We will also use mud and clay to make a small sculpture.

Beginning Japanese 2   Ms. Van Pala  3-5 grade  Room 104, Ms. Van Pala's

Konnichi wa!  Did you take Beginning Japanese and are ready for more?  Join us as we explore the incredibly fascinating Japanese language and culture!  Before you know it, you will be speaking more Japanese than you ever thought possible!  Note:  Open only to students who have previously taken Beginning Japanese.

Cartoon Club  Mr. Isaac  3-5 grade  Room 206, Mr. Isaac's

Do you love to doodle?  Do you want to learn about cartoon drawing and maybe even make a comic? Cartoon club will give you lots of time to draw, a little instruction on drawing cartoons, and a chance to have your drawings posted around the school.

Community Service Class  Ms. Abeyta  3-5 grade  1^st & 2^nd hallway

Do you like helping people?  Come join fellow classmates in putting your heads together to decide on your own projects that helps others.

Paper Craft  Ms. Karen Utke  3-5 grade  Room 212/Teacher's Lounge

You think it is just paper?  There is a whole world out there to explore!  Let's do some fun things together:  make it, fold it, print it, bind it, and lots of other fun.

Sound Studio  Mr. Baumgartner  4-5 grade  1^st & 2^nd /Tech lab

Have you ever recorded your voice onto computer?  Have you ever wondered how your favorite music is recorded?  Have you ever told a story using sounds to help make your point? Join us to learn the basics of sound file editing and you'll be well on your way towards building you own recording studio.  Students may wish to bring their own headphones and USB Flash Memory.

DSA Portfolio  Coach D  5-5 grade  Art room

This class is for 5th grade students who plan on going to Denver School of the Arts in the Visual Arts or Stage Craft.

DSA Performance Preperation  Ms. Kielmeyer  5-5 grade  Cafeteria If you see Denver School of the Arts in your 6th grade future, this is the elective for you!  Come and develop your skills as a musician or actor/actress and ready to "break a leg" at your audition.

Tae Kwon Do  Ms. Ebersberg  K-2 grade  Gym

Learn this ancient art of fitness, self-defense, and mental discipline.  Martial arts are both beautiful and good for you, try it!.

Strategy Games  Mr. Dave Wood  K-2 grade  Room 122, Ms. Johnson's

Each week we'll learn to play one or more fun new games!  We'll start with simple "paper" games like "dots" and tic-tac-toe (you'll learn how to NEVER lose at tic-tac-toe again) and move onto all sorts of fun strategy games -- many of which you've probably never played before.

The Elemental Forces  Ms. Zimmerman and Mr. Kittleson  K-2 grade  Room 130, Mr. Kittleson's

Forget the Fantastic 4!  Come meet the most amazing super powers around. Earth, Wind, Water and Fire have a long history and can even change the future of our planet.  We'll read and create awesome stories as we discover the science behind the elements and how they've influenced people all over the world.  Come explore with us!.

Beginning Ballet  Mrs. Stromberg  K-K grade  Library Foyer

Beginning ballet will teach you the basic steps and introduce you to the world of ballet!  While listening to beautiful music, the children will be able to put stories to the music and see dances come to life!.

Kindergarten Fun Club  Ms. Eileen Wise  K-K grade  Room 125, Ms. Wise's

There are so many fun things to do in kindergarten.  Each week we will have a different activity like making puppets, building with blocks, playing games, taking care of pets and more.

Earth Friends - Various teachers  1-2 grade  Room 123, Ms. Garrett's

Each week a different activity will focus on the natural world and environment.  Themes include: recycling, nature, animals, bugs, crafts, activities.

Yoga, Tai Chi, and Meditation  Ms. Davis  1-2 grade  Room 129, Ms. Heng's

Attention Fitness Enthusiasts!  Ms. Davis is here to help you stretch, breathe, and feel happy and relaxed again!  Don't miss this awesome opportunity to learn a variety of the fitness arts!

Be Young with Yoga  Ms. Sierra Law  1-5 grade  Room 124, Ms. Zimmerman's

Yoga will you better grades, fewer zits, and will make your teachers like you. (Nope, I'm not kidding!)

Exploring the Arts  Mr. Tai Beldock  2-2 grade  Room 206, Mr. Isaac's

Each week the students will explore a different form of the arts to include:  performing arts, visual arts, writing, and dance.  We will use our collective talents to perform for our friends and family on the last day of our elective.

Honor Choir  Mrs. Kielmeyer  2-5 grade  Auditorium

End every week on a great note!  Come sing fun songs and make beautiful music with Mrs. Kielmeyer.  We will perform a great concert and maybe sing the National Anthem at a Rockies game this spring. You must audition with Mrs. Kielmeyer and must have prior approval to be in this class.  You must stay in choir for at least two quarters in a row.

Capes!  Ms. Cat  2-5 grade  Room 204, Mr. Wieland's

From superhero to supervillain, everyone needs a cape.  Class will include design and construction of a cape to fit the needs of your secret identity; patterns will include long, short, lined, embellished, with hoods or stand collars.

For the Love of the Arts  Guest Teachers  3-5 grade  Art room

From superhero to supervillain, everyone needs a cape.  Class will include design and construction of a cape to fit the needs of your secret identity; patterns will include long, short, lined, embellished, with hoods or stand collars.

Tae Kwon Do  Ms. Ebersberg  3-5 grade  Gym

Learn this ancient art of fitness, self-defense, and mental discipline.  Martial arts are both beautiful and good for you, try it!

Checkmate!  Mr. Bogen  3-5 grade  Library (back tables)

Learn to play the classic game of chess.  Mr. Brotsker will show you everything from getting started to strategies for winning.  Chess is a fun game for everyone.

Improv Club!  Ms. Shannon Wood and Mr. Rick Rothenberg  3-5 grade  Library Foyer

Are you outgoing?  Or shy? Love to tell stories?  Ever like to pretend you're someone else?  Do you want to learn to speak only in questions?  (That last one was a joke.)  Join us for a celebration of the art, science, and fun of improv comedy!.

Soccer  Coach D  3-5 grade  Outside- Grass Field

Tighten your laces and run with us for an hour, while you hone your soccer skills with Coach D!  This class is for kids who have already played soccer on a team and want to improve their skills.  All ability levels welcome.   Meet on the field.

Basketball  Mr. Tim Bakken  3-5 grade  Outside- Meet at the Basketball Hoops

Dribble…pass…shoot…score!  Veterans and rookies welcome.  Let's have fun on the court.

Bookmaking  Ms. Andee Hoos  3-5 grade  Room 121, Ms. Stromberg's

Learn how to make several creative, fun, and fully usable books.  Learn fascinating and ancient book binding techniques.

Strategy Games  Mr. Dave Wood  3-5 grade  Room 122, Ms. Johnson's

Each week we'll learn to play one or more fun new games!  We'll start with simple "paper" games like "dots" and stop-gate and move on to all sorts of fun strategy games -- many of which you've probably never played before.

Organize the Jog-A-Thon  Coach Diane  3-5 grade  Room 202, Mr. Ashburn's

Help plan and organize the Jog-A-Thon.  Create posters and recruit students/families.  Use a pedometer to track your steps.  Get in shape for the Jog-A-Thon too…… run, jump rope, play games.

Halloween Hats  Ms. Wenham  3-5 grade  Room 212, Ms. Abeyta

Start your Halloween early with the headwear first!  If you know what you'd like to be, or if you need to brainstorm, we'll find the hat for you!

Kids Broadcast News  Ms. Pernarelli  3-5 grade  Tech Lab

Have you ever wanted to be a television news anchor? Or report on activities in your school or community?  Then come be part of a winning news team. Join "Ebert TV" or "Kids News Network" and learn what it takes to put on a television newscast..

3-D Skyscraper Puzzles  Ms. Wooden  4-5 grade Room 211, Ms. Quinby's

Build 3-D, glow in the dark, made to scale, famous skyscrapers. Puzzles have over 300 foam-backed pieces and stand over 2 feet tall when completed.  What will it be … Eiffel Tower or maybe the Empire State Building

Paper Airplanes  Ms. Chambers and Mr. Hueston  K-1 grade  1st & 2nd Hallway

All those times when you were told not to make paper airplanes in class….now you CAN!  Mrs. Chambers and Mr. Hueston will show you how to make many different kinds of paper airplanes. Cool!

Music and Movement:  Dalcroze Eurythmics  Mr. Dittus

Do you like to Sing?  Do like to Move?  Do you want to feel Rhythm with your WHOLE BODY?  If you answered YES to any of these questions, then this is the class for you!  Using lots of games and exciting songs we will learn about music by moving our bodies in every way possible.  See you there!

Science Is Cool  Various teachers  K-2 grade  Room 104, Ms. Van Pala's

There are many great scientists in our midst at Ebert.  This class will feature a different teacher teaching a different branch of science each time.  This is a very interesting class and has many new teachers and subjects this quarter.  If you have taken, take it AGAIN! Very cool!

Community Service Class - Ms. Alex  K-2 grade  Room 125, Ms. Wise's

Learn about real kid power!  Come and join your classmates, choose projects and carry them out on your own.  Kid run! Kid done! Learn how you can help others! You are our future!!!

Paper Craft - Ms. Karen Utke  K-2 grade  Teacher's Lounge

You think it is just paper?  There is a whole world out there to explore!  Let's do some fun things together:  make it, fold it, print it, bind it, and lots of other fun.

Bread Making - Cathy Bellum  K-5 grade  Cafeteria

Breadmaking:  Put on your chef's hat and come make bread dough that you can take home to bake and eat!  Yum!

Sculpting with Clay  Ms. Kleban  K-K grade  Kindergarten Foyer

We will use our hands to smoosh clay, and roll clay into balls and snakes, and form clay to make art, animals, bowls, and other fun things. The clay will dry and cook in a kiln. Then we will also paint the creations and cook them once again in a kiln.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game  Mrs. Kim Brummond  K-K grade  Outside- Meet at the Blacktop

Let's play ball!  We'll play kickball, soccer and other fun games.

Baton Twirling - Ms. Griebel  K-2 grade  Room 130, Mr. Kittleson's

Have you ever seen  baton twirlers leading a band in a parade or onto a football field? Come learn some of the same basic moves! We'll twirl shiny batons to music as we learn routines, dance steps and marches!

Come down on Friday afternoon and take a look. It's wonderful!