June Courses   

A self-discovery and artistic journey course looking into the goddesses Persephone and Hestia. In this week-long venture, we will explore expression through poetry and songwriting, and learn mindfulness practices to help us get in the zone! 

Hola and welcome to Spanish for Kids, where you will learn a new language in a fun and stimulating environment! We will go over basic concepts like colors, numbers, food, and animals with activities such as playing games, singing songs, and making crafts to reinforce the new words and skills. There will be a break halfway through each session (at about 10:30 a.m.) with theme-related snacks offered (or bring your own). Come ready to learn, work hard and have fun!

Hola and welcome to Spanish for Kids, where you will learn a new language in a fun and stimulating environment! We will go over basic concepts like colors, numbers, food, and animals with activities such as playing games, singing songs, and making crafts to reinforce the new words and skills. There will be a break halfway through each session (at about 10:30 a.m.) with theme-related snacks offered (or bring your own). Come ready to learn, work hard and have fun!

Using their own worn jeans, jackets, t-shirts or other clothing, students will learn how to patch them with creative embroidery. Instructions will be given to demonstrate patching methods, as well as how to do several embroidery stitches to be used on any fabric (for fun, as well as for function). Each student will get a "Repair Pack” of needles, thimbles, thread, and patch fabric.

Using their own worn jeans, jackets, t-shirts or other clothing, students will learn how to patch them with creative embroidery. Instructions will be given to demonstrate patching methods, as well as how to do several embroidery stitches to be used on any fabric (for fun, as well as for function). Each student will get a "Repair Pack” of needles, thimbles, thread, and patch fabric.

Using their own worn jeans, jackets, t-shirts or other clothing, students will learn how to patch them with creative embroidery. Instructions will be given to demonstrate patching methods, as well as how to do several embroidery stitches to be used on any fabric (for fun, as well as for function). Each student will get a "Repair Pack” of needles, thimbles, thread, and patch fabric.

Using their own worn jeans, jackets, t-shirts or other clothing, students will learn how to patch them with creative embroidery. Instructions will be given to demonstrate patching methods, as well as how to do several embroidery stitches to be used on any fabric (for fun, as well as for function). Each student will get a "Repair Pack” of needles, thimbles, thread, and patch fabric.

Dive into the hysterical world of comedy and create your own routines for everyone to enjoy! Explore the beginnings of the “funny bone in the spotlight” using literature and films. A tour of the Yavapai College Performance Hall is also included in the class. Create your own “bit” and present it on the last day of class when we host a stand-up comedy show with original and age-appropriate material for family and friends. Space is limited.

Welcome to the world of zany improvisation! Our troupe of thespians will perform monologues, skits, improv, pantomime, charades, laughable body language, games, plus much more. A tour of the Yavapai College Performance Hall is included in the class. No experience needed to be a drama queen or king – just enthusiasm! Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes to move in.

During this course, students will learn to prep, cook, assemble, and stretch recipes for affordable and delicious meal options. Hygiene, sanitation, storage, kitchen safety, and measurement will be taught. The class will be experimenting with different tastes and flavors and combining ingredients to create unique recipes. This is an opportunity to practice knife skills and cooking techniques. We will incorporate cost-cutting meal tips and suggestions to add or subtract ingredients as we assemble the meals. Feel free to involve the whole family and share treats as we complete our recipes. Take care of your food preferences or allergies and substitute items as needed.

Konichiwa! Have you ever wanted to learn about another culture and a new language?  Come join us to learn how to read, write and pronounce some basic Japanese words and phrases, including writing our names in Katakana.  In addition, we will learn some interesting facts about Japan and create some unique crafts. This will be a fun and interactive class. Irasshaimase - Welcome!

Konichiwa! Have you ever wanted to learn about another culture and a new language?  Come join us to learn how to read, write and pronounce some basic Japanese words and phrases, including writing our names in Katakana.  In addition, we will learn some interesting facts about Japan and create some unique crafts. This will be a fun and interactive class. Irasshaimase - Welcome!

Konichiwa! Have you ever wanted to learn about another culture and a new language?  Come join us to learn how to read, write and pronounce some basic Japanese words and phrases, including writing our names in Katakana.  In addition, we will learn some interesting facts about Japan and create some unique crafts. This will be a fun and interactive class. Irasshaimase - Welcome!

Build your Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math skills with innovative activities based on fables, fairy tales, and other fun stories! Explore “What if…?” and “I wonder…?” questions, suggested by the text, that invite you to create a balloon- powered car to help a tortoise improve his time as he races against the hare; design a flotation device or zipline to save the Gingerbread Man; discover how to create a complete circuit and make a playdough creation that lights up; work together to design a “Rube Goldberg-type contraption”; create a pinball or maze game you can play with a friend; and more! All supplies included in tuition.

Build your Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math skills with innovative activities based on fables, fairy tales, and other fun stories! Explore “What if…?” and “I wonder…?” questions, suggested by the text, that invite you to create a balloon- powered car to help a tortoise improve his time as he races against the hare; design a flotation device or zipline to save the Gingerbread Man; discover how to create a complete circuit and make a playdough creation that lights up; work together to design a “Rube Goldberg-type contraption”; create a pinball or maze game you can play with a friend; and more! All supplies included in tuition.

Learning to sew as a kid can spark creativity & the joy of crafting at an early age! In this class, students learn how to safely operate a sewing machine, sew their first projects, and understand common sewing vocabulary. We will be making a pocketed book pillow with matching bookmark. Students will need to bring with them: 1.5 yards of main fabric AND 1.5 yards of accent fabric, along with one spool of matching, all-purpose thread. All fabric should be 100% cotton, non-stretch (ex: quilting cottons). Sewing machines & other supplies will be provided.

Think and eat green and create tasty comfort foods at the same time! You will create an array of main dishes, plus appetizers and desserts - all featuring raw foods. Prepare, cook, learn kitchen safety, clean-up, and most importantly, eat each day! Includes keepsake recipe book.

Explore Prescott's natural wonders! Hike in a different location every day. Explore the flora and fauna of each unique ecosystem as a young naturalist. Wear sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes with socks, a hat, sunscreen, and water shoes. Each day bring a minimum of 2 quarts of water, a snack and snack lunch in a small backpack. Students will be dropped off at designated trail head each day and picked up by 1 pm at the designated pick up location:

Monday, 6/17/24: Watson Lake, Watson Woods Riparian Area and Peavine Trail - Drop off will be at the Peavine Trail parking lot at 8:00 a.m. and pick up at the parking lot at 1:00 p.m. 

Tuesday, 6/18/24: Lynx Creek Ruins Trail and South Lynx Lake - Drop off will be at the Lynx Creek Ruins Trail parking lot at 8:00 a.m. and pick up will be at the South entrance to Lynx Lake parking lot at 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, 6/20/24: Upper and Lower Goldwater Lakes - Drop off and pick up will be at Upper Goldwater Lake parking lot at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

 

Everyone is inspired by art of the masters - Da Vinci, Monet, Van Gogh, Matisse, and Mondrian. Learn ways to imitate the masters’ techniques using different mediums and your individual touch. A visit to the Yavapai College Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden will be included in the class. We will make a mat for the best pieces and invite family and friends to an art show and reception on the final day of class. 

Poetry is a form of expression that helps us communicate our feelings and thoughts. In this class we will explore many poetic forms. You will be invited to write your own poetry and create a poetry book to document your writing. By the end of the week, you’ll be able to make a rhyme anytime!

Poetry is a form of expression that helps us communicate our feelings and thoughts. In this class we will explore many poetic forms. You will be invited to write your own poetry and create a poetry book to document your writing. By the end of the week, you’ll be able to make a rhyme anytime!

Poetry is a form of expression that helps us communicate our feelings and thoughts. In this class we will explore many poetic forms. You will be invited to write your own poetry and create a poetry book to document your writing. By the end of the week, you’ll be able to make a rhyme anytime!

Discover our natural world, Prescott-style! Hike the Yavapai College campus and surrounding areas and identify local flora and fauna. Learn to use binoculars and field guides supplied by the Prescott Audubon Society to become familiar with simple bird-watching techniques. Make pine cone bird feeders, have an owl pellet party, and learn why it’s so important to protect our natural world. Guest presenters from the Prescott Audubon Society, the Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary and other natural historians are featured. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes with socks, a hat and sunscreen. Bring a minimum of 1 quart of water, healthy snacks and a small backpack.

 

Explore watercolors and create your unique art using popular techniques, vivid imagery, and explosions of color – elements associated with this medium. We’ll incorporate mixed media with some of the paintings to create a multi-dimensional effect. A visit to the Yavapai College Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden will be included in the class. Share your artistic creations with family and friends during a casual art show and reception on the final day of class.