Walk in the Park with us!
October 15th, 2022 at Flood Park
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Programs
Creative Writing, Makinu! African Dance, Creative Watercolor, Tutoring, Mindfulness, and Library Tour
Fall 2021 Program Offerings by Grade
Programs for Girls
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Programs for Girls
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Family Events,
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Family Library Event and Tour
In-Person Event for Girls and their Families
IN-PERSON EVENT
Please make sure to wear a mask for this event
Saturday October 16, 10AM-11AM
2415 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Get to know your local library and all of their wonderful resources! This event is in-person, and will take place at the EPA Library. This event is open to girls and their families. Attendees will be able to sign-up for a library card, take part in a fun scavenger hunt, and learn where to find books on their favorite subjects. This will also be a great event and resource for girls who will be attending our Online Creative Writing and Reading Class, as they will be able to check out books and find inspiration to prepare for the class. Join us for a fun-filled and informational hour!
We will not be providing transportation to this event.
We encourage families to participate with their child. However, if only your student attends you will need to sign your student in and out.
In-Person Event for Girls and their Families
IN-PERSON EVENT
Please make sure to wear a mask for this event
Saturday October 16, 10AM-11AM
2415 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Get to know your local library and all of their wonderful resources! This event is in-person, and will take place at the EPA Library. This event is open to girls and their families. Attendees will be able to sign-up for a library card, take part in a fun scavenger hunt, and learn where to find books on their favorite subjects. This will also be a great event and resource for girls who will be attending our Online Creative Writing and Reading Class, as they will be able to check out books and find inspiration to prepare for the class. Join us for a fun-filled and informational hour!
We will not be providing transportation to this event.
We encourage families to participate with their child. However, if only your student attends you will need to sign your student in and out.
Makinu! African Dance
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-6th
Tuesdays, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
or Wednesdays 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM
October 19 - November 17, 2021
Makinu! African Dance with Ms. Muisi-kongo Malonga in partnership with Bottletree Culture.
Makinu! is an introduction to Central African dance and song for youth. Participants will explore traditional and popular movement and music from Central Africa (i.e. Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola).
This class will encourage skill-building in the areas of coordination, physical conditioning/stamina, agility, spacial awareness, memory and teamwork. Participants will develop greater self-confidence, body awareness, self-discipline and appreciation of diverse cultural traditions.
Day and Time: Tuesdays, 3:30PM- 4:30PM or Wednesdays 1:30PM - 2:30PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates (Tuesday):
Oct 19, Oct 26, Nov 2, Nov 9, Nov 16
5-week Online Program Dates (Wednesday):
Oct 20, Oct 27, Nov 3, Nov 10, Nov 17
Creative Writing
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-6th
Thursdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
October 21 - November 18, 2021
Creative Writing with Ms. Isela Reyes.
Creative Writing and Reading is a class for students interested in developing their imagination and creativity through both reading and writing.
Students will learn about the building blocks of story writing, and use the books they read as inspiration. Students will be able to develop their own characters, and write their own fantasy adventure story.
Day and Time: Thursdays, 4:00PM- 5:00PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 11, Nov 18
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-6th
Thursdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
October 21 - November 18, 2021
Creative Writing with Ms. Isela Reyes.
Creative Writing and Reading is a class for students interested in developing their imagination and creativity through both reading and writing.
Students will learn about the building blocks of story writing, and use the books they read as inspiration. Students will be able to develop their own characters, and write their own fantasy adventure story.
Day and Time: Thursdays, 4:00PM- 5:00PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 11, Nov 18
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
Tutoring
4-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-8th
Fridays, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
October 29 - November 19, 2021
Tutoring with Ms. Isela Reyes.
30-minute tutoring timeslots are available for students between 3:30-5:00PM on Fridays. Students will receive weekly support with homework and school subjects, and should come prepared with the assignments they will need support with.
Day and Time: Fridays, 3:30PM- 5:00PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
4-week Online Tutoring Dates:
Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19
4-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-8th
Fridays, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
October 29 - November 19, 2021
Tutoring with Ms. Isela Reyes.
30-minute tutoring timeslots are available for students between 3:30-5:00PM on Fridays. Students will receive weekly support with homework and school subjects, and should come prepared with the assignments they will need support with.
Day and Time: Fridays, 3:30PM- 5:00PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
4-week Online Tutoring Dates:
Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19
Mindfulness - Grades 6th-8th
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 6th-8th
Fridays, 3:30PM- 4:30PM
October 22 - November 19, 2021
Mindfulness with Ms. Lakiba Pittman
This class provides an introduction to mindfulness for youth, and will teach students a series of mindful tools, practices, and life-skill strategies.
Mindfulness means paying full attention to something, without judging. It means slowing down to really notice what you’re doing and how you feel. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you’re mindful, you’re taking your time. Mindfulness is beneficial because it can help you be more attentive in school and at home. It can help you manage stress and to better cope when you are worried. Students will participate in various activities to help improve their studies and their lives.
Day and Time: Fridays, 3:30PM- 4:30PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 6th-8th
Fridays, 3:30PM- 4:30PM
October 22 - November 19, 2021
Mindfulness with Ms. Lakiba Pittman
This class provides an introduction to mindfulness for youth, and will teach students a series of mindful tools, practices, and life-skill strategies.
Mindfulness means paying full attention to something, without judging. It means slowing down to really notice what you’re doing and how you feel. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you’re mindful, you’re taking your time. Mindfulness is beneficial because it can help you be more attentive in school and at home. It can help you manage stress and to better cope when you are worried. Students will participate in various activities to help improve their studies and their lives.
Day and Time: Fridays, 3:30PM- 4:30PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
Mindfulness - Grades 3rd-6th
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-6th
Saturdays, 10:00AM- 11:00AM
October 23 - November 20, 2021
Mindfulness with Ms. Lakiba Pittman
This class provides an introduction to mindfulness for youth, and will teach students a series of mindful tools, practices, and life-skill strategies.
Mindfulness means paying full attention to something, without judging. It means slowing down to really notice what you’re doing and how you feel. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you’re mindful, you’re taking your time. Mindfulness is beneficial because it can help you be more attentive in school and at home. It can help you manage stress and to better cope when you are worried. Students will participate in various activities to help improve their studies and their lives.
Day and Time: Saturdays, 10:00AM- 11:00AM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-6th
Saturdays, 10:00AM- 11:00AM
October 23 - November 20, 2021
Mindfulness with Ms. Lakiba Pittman
This class provides an introduction to mindfulness for youth, and will teach students a series of mindful tools, practices, and life-skill strategies.
Mindfulness means paying full attention to something, without judging. It means slowing down to really notice what you’re doing and how you feel. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you’re mindful, you’re taking your time. Mindfulness is beneficial because it can help you be more attentive in school and at home. It can help you manage stress and to better cope when you are worried. Students will participate in various activities to help improve their studies and their lives.
Day and Time: Saturdays, 10:00AM- 11:00AM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
Creative Watercolor
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-6th
Saturdays, 11:10 AM- 12:10 PM
October 23 - November 20, 2021
Creative Watercolor with Ms. Andrea Acosta
This class is an introduction to watercolor art making for youth. No previous art experience is necessary. Students will learn various watercolor art techniques, and let their paintbrush and imagination flow! This class will explore weekly themes through group discussion and creative art- making. Girls will learn to develop their ideas in visual form to create both sketches and completed paintings.
Day and Time: Saturdays, 11:10AM- 12:10PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
5-week Online Program
Girls Grades 3rd-6th
Saturdays, 11:10 AM- 12:10 PM
October 23 - November 20, 2021
Creative Watercolor with Ms. Andrea Acosta
This class is an introduction to watercolor art making for youth. No previous art experience is necessary. Students will learn various watercolor art techniques, and let their paintbrush and imagination flow! This class will explore weekly themes through group discussion and creative art- making. Girls will learn to develop their ideas in visual form to create both sketches and completed paintings.
Day and Time: Saturdays, 11:10AM- 12:10PM
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
5-week Online Program Dates:
Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20
Class materials will be provided. We will follow up with enrolled students to coordinate material pickup.
Summer Program 2021
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PROJECT OPEN PAW
with Pets in Need
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We have gathered some of our girls to be teen ambassadors with Pets In Need.
They are working together to organize events and raise funds for Project Open Paw, providing supplies to pets living in homeless encampments in San Francisco.
We love seeing our girls build leadership skills, work together towards their goals, and helping others!
PAST PROGRAMS
Spring Programs 2021
Mindfulness
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Dance
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Theater
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Virtual Art Classes for Girls grades 1-5 and families!
February 2021
Virtual Mindfulness Classes for Girls grades 1-5 and Teen Girls!
October - November 2020
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Mother's Day Hike
Saturday, May 7 2019 @ Cooley Landing
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In Celebration of Motherhood and Mother Nature. In Partnership with Latino Outdoors South Bay and MidPeninsula Regional Open Space |
SEE US FOR WHO WE ARE
See Us for Who We Are; A photography exhibition exploring body image and related topics.
Facilitated by Colleen Cummins, and under the guidance of Van Nguyen-Stone, this is another photography art program partnership at Oxford Day Academy. The curriculum is strongly influenced by photographers, photojournalists, and artists with a broad range of personal, professional, and geographical experiences and focuses.
Facilitated by Colleen Cummins, and under the guidance of Van Nguyen-Stone, this is another photography art program partnership at Oxford Day Academy. The curriculum is strongly influenced by photographers, photojournalists, and artists with a broad range of personal, professional, and geographical experiences and focuses.
Summer 2018 Reflections
As we welcome the new school year, we reflect on the great summer we had. From our photography project, Your Story is My Story, with Oxford Day Academy, participating in science technology, engineering, and math with Streetcode Academy. To learning about fashion with Design X. Our girls have proven that anything is possible when given the opportunity to discover, create, and grow.
YOUR STORY IS MY STORY
Your Story is My Story is a Girls to Women project led by multi-media artists during in and out of school programming to promote youth making art as a form of activism.
Teaching artist & photojournalist, Colleen Cummins, lead an 8 week photography workshop through a social justice lens to Oxford Day Academy high school students from East Palo Alto. Taking inspiration from Michelle Obama's powerful speech to young girls, “The measure of any society is how it treats its women and girls,” in Your Story is My Story, participants identified topics that matter to them as young women. Topics such as identity, body image pressures, impacts of social media, the male gaze vs female gaze, and racism inspired their art. Through journaling, group discussions, photography, and other visual arts mediums, students created portraits that advocated for young women, and those who identify, to voice their stories and rights for equality, safety, and community support.
Photographs were on display at our local community-supporting cafe, Cafe Zoe this summer.
Teaching artist & photojournalist, Colleen Cummins, lead an 8 week photography workshop through a social justice lens to Oxford Day Academy high school students from East Palo Alto. Taking inspiration from Michelle Obama's powerful speech to young girls, “The measure of any society is how it treats its women and girls,” in Your Story is My Story, participants identified topics that matter to them as young women. Topics such as identity, body image pressures, impacts of social media, the male gaze vs female gaze, and racism inspired their art. Through journaling, group discussions, photography, and other visual arts mediums, students created portraits that advocated for young women, and those who identify, to voice their stories and rights for equality, safety, and community support.
Photographs were on display at our local community-supporting cafe, Cafe Zoe this summer.
Words of Wisdom
Portraits from the Girls to Women 2015 summer program will be on display at Cafe Zoe in Menlo Park from February 16 - March 31, 2016.
Words of Wisdom is a showcase of student artwork from young people ages 6-19, who participated in an international photography exchange, where they explored the meaning of wisdom and the impact it has on each of their lives. Through photography, creative writing and book making, students created self-portraits and their own words of wisdom to share with each other, their community, and young people from different cultures. Words of Wisdom is a collaboration between nonprofit youth development organizations Girls to Women, Streetside Stories, and One Bird.
