FBISD Extended Learning Department

Let your imagination and ideas take you wherever you want to go! Students will be challenged to use LEGO pieces to create a structure or setting using LEGO elements.  Students will engage with hands-on experience including fun and problem-solving activities and be encouraged to tell a story about their creations. Students will learn to identify build pieces and their function required to build structures towards the next step into Robotics. Semester at a Glance Week Build Lesson/Activity 1 Getting to Know your Elements Students will be challenged to explore kit pieces and be able to identify the element and build a movable invention. 2 Build a Car Students will build a car and have a formula race. 3 Build the Tallest Building Students will be asked to use their imagination and build a tall building that has structure integrity and an added challenge students must make something that moves on the building. 4 Where did the Dinosaurs go? Students will learn about dinosaurs. Students will build a dinosaur sanctuary and create stories about how to save a dinosaur. 5 It’s a Zoo Life Students will be encouraged to share their day at the zoo and each group will be assigned to care for specific animals that they would see the zoo. 6 Once Upon a Farm Students will learn about farm animals and must build and create a place in the build for the farm animals to sleep, eat and drink. 7 Pet Shop, Pet Adoption and Dog Bark Park Students will learn about how taking care of a pet takes a lot of responsibility and lots of love. 8 Let’s go to the beach! Parent Showcase Students will learn ocean life and animals and create a story scene after each build students will share a story about the build.

Drumline is an exciting course within the world of marching percussion where marching snares, tenors, and basses are the focus! This is a performance class where students learn the value of teamwork, rhythm, and count. All equipment will be provided during class. Semester at a Glance Week Skills Lesson/Activity 1 Counting and Constructing a Beat Students will learn the principals of counting and construct a beat that incorporates the hi-hats, snare drum, and bass drum. 2 Holding Drum Sticks Students will learn how to hold drum sticks properly and start playing on drum pads. 3 Playing Snare Drums and Drum Set Posture Students will learn the proper posture when playing the drums. 4 Counting Students will learn about counting and playing at the same time. 5 Singles and Doubles Students will learn singles and doubles and practice with a metronome. 6 Song Selection, Singles and Doubles (continuation) Students will select a song and practice the beats. 7 Practice for Recital, Singles and Doubles (continuation) Students will continue to practice for their recital performance. 8 Recital Day Parents will be invited to the last class to see their child’s performance.

Little Ballerz Basketball is an educational services after-school program aimed at teaching young people important life skills and key fundamentals for basketball. Semester at a Glance Week Skills Lesson/Activity 1 Awareness Discuss class expectations, discuss rules of the game, calisthenics, dribbling 2 Awareness Discuss rules of the game: what is basketball and purpose, calisthenics, dribbling, lay ups 3 Awareness Discuss rules of the game: what are the levels to basketball, calisthenics, passing, defensive stance and hand placement 4 Self-Management Discuss rules of the game: what is traveling, calisthenics, passing, defensive stance and hand placement 5 Self-Management Discuss rules of the game: what is double dribbling, calisthenics, dribbling and jump shots, defensive expectations 6 Self-Management Discuss rules of the game: what is a foul, dribbling and jump shots, defensive expectations 7 Responsible Decision-Making Discuss rules of the game: what is a charge, dribbling and jump shots, defensive expectations 8 Skills Challenge Parent Showcase Develop appreciation for team and opponent. Parents will be invited to attend the last class to see all the skills that the students learned.

Students will explore various hip-hop dance styles, techniques, and choreography, allowing them to express themselves creatively. This engaging activity not only enhances physical fitness and coordination but also fosters teamwork and boosts self-esteem. At the end of the course, students will showcase their skills in a final performance. Semester at a Glance Week Skills Lesson/Activity 1 Basics & Foundation Students will get familiar with basic moves and foundational techniques. They will explore performing skills. 2 Understanding dance and performing Students will learn the terminology and concepts related to dance. They will go over their basics choreography and practice performing skills 3 Basic Footwork and Grooves Students will practice essential footwork and grooves used in hip-hop dance. 4 Popping and Locking Techniques/performing etiquette Students will be introduced to popping and locking, focusing on isolations and controlled movements. Rehearse group work and solos. 5 Introduction to Freestyle Students will explore freestyle dancing to enhance creativity and personal expression. 6 Choreography Introduction A new hip-hop routine will be introduced, with students learning the first part of the choreography. 7 Mid-Choreography Practice Students will continue to learn and practice the middle section of the choreography. 8 Final Showcase Students will perform the choreographed routine in a showcase, demonstrating their skills and creativity.

Is your home overflowing with your child’s creative masterpieces? It’s time to take their artistic talent to the next level with Young Rembrandts! Marvel as their pencils fly across the page, bringing to life everything. We’re adding a sprinkle of Van Gogh’s magic too, with vibrant sunflower sketches that burst off the page. Dive into an art-filled journey where colors pop and imaginations soar. Enroll your budding artist today and watch their creativity blossom into stunning works of art! Young Rembrandts instructors are all college educated in the arts, psychology, or related field.

Our chefs-in-training will learn how to make delicious and nutritious recipes inspired by international cuisine. We will travel across the globe to learn about cuisine and traditions of Europe, Southeast Asia, Central America, and beyond. We will learn about fresh herbs and vegetables, and how they enhance the aroma and flavors of our dishes. We will master cooking safety, slicing, dicing, chopping, folding, baking, zesting, mixing, and more! All ingredients and supplies will be provided! Semester at a Glance Week Recipe 1 Kitchen Safety and Fundamentals 2 French Cuisine 3 Moroccan Cuisine 4 Indian Cuisine 5 Portuguese Cuisine 6 Turkish Cuisine 7 Perivian Cuisine 8 Mexican Cuisine – Parent Showcase