Middle and High School Movie Day at Acton Curriculum Library

Acton Curriculum Library 3720 Sierra Hwy Unit A, Acton, CA

Join us at the Acton Curriculum Library on Friday, October 20th from 12:30-2:30. We will watch a spooky movie (Beetlejuice), drink apple cider, and dip into a caramel apple bar. Feel free to bring a blanket and/or pillow if you want to be cozy. Hang out with some live tarantulas and reptiles (who will remain...

Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) Tour 6th-12 grader-SOLD OUT

Jet Propulsion Laboratory 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena, United States

The JPL (Jet Propulsion Laboratory) Public Services Office offers a limited number of onsite, in-person tours, free of charge, for groups and individuals on an advance reservation basis. The tour lasts between 2-2.5 hours. The walking distance for the tour is approximately 0.8 miles with multiple flights of stairs. All tours commonly include a multimedia...

College Tour – Occidental College

Occidental College 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles, United States

Join us for an information session and tour of Occidental College. Learn about this unique college in the heart of Los Angeles. College tours are a great way to learn about new colleges and get to know other iLEAD high schoolers. This is only for learners in grades 10-12. No younger siblings. Parents are welcome...

Book Club for Grades 6th-8th: Stories of Edgar Allan Poe

Through the poetry and short stories of Poe, learners will explore figurative language, and literary devices - imagery, diction, metaphor, repetition, tone, and more. Learners will have multiple Poe options to choose from each week and, because of the content of Poe stories, learners will be given a full synopsis before choosing what stories and...

Concurrent Enrollment

Join our high school team for this webinar on concurrent enrollment. The Academic Counselors will talk about how to pursue community college classes for both college and high school credit. Register HERE

TK/K Enrichment: Fall Festival in OC

iLEAD Exploration OC Learning Studio 2850 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

This special TK/K Enrichment event features art vendor Chuck Jones where learners will enjoy a fall story and then an accompanying art project. RSVP Link 

Learner Entrepreneur Fair

iLEAD Exploration OC Learning Studio 2850 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Family, friends and community members are invited to join Exploration's Learner Entrepreneur Fair. Learners are excited to display and sell their homemade goods and products! Where: OC Learning Studio - 2850 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 When: October 27th,  10-12

In-Person Spooky Science Investigation

iLEAD Exploration OC Learning Studio 2850 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Join this spooky in-person event at the OC Learning Studio to learn about changes in matter through fun dry ice experiments. 4th-6th grade learners are encouraged to attend, but all are welcome. Register HERE

Spooky Science Celebration (4th-6th Graders)

Learners in grades 4-6 are invited to join this virtual event to share presentations of learning and reflect on our spooky science fun. Register HERE

Enrichment, 1-3: Exploring Community Jobs

3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA 93510 3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA, United States

Learners  in grades 1-3 are invited to participate in this Enrichment event where they will explore the many different parts that make up our community. Learners will have the opportunity to write about a job of their choice and how they can make their community better.  RSVP HERE

Enrichment, 4-5: Career Exploration

3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA 93510 3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA, United States

Through guided reading and intentional writing, learners will explore different careers from Elephant Caretaker to Urban Farmer during this Enrichment opportunity. Through these activities, learners will be able to research careers they may have never heard of and picture themselves in these unique positions. RSVP HERE

Learner University: Shrinking our Footprints (Grades 5-6)

During this Learner University opportunity, 5th-6th grade learners will work together to explore climate change and how our carbon footprints are contributing to the current climate crisis. Throughout this project, learner will ask questions, collect data, and research ways we can reduce our carbon footprints. Learners will write a letter to you, explaining how you,...

Book Club for Grades 6th-8th: Code Talker

The fictional lens of a very real moment in history provides insight into the Navajo Code Talkers, American heroes of WWII, that decoded complicated messages in other languages to help win the war for the US. Deep topics like boarding schools, race, and battle fatigue will be explored and balanced with stories of triumph, heroism,...

College Info Series: FINANCIAL AID: LOANS AND DEBT

We are all too aware of college debt and the scary cost of college these days. However, having a strong understanding of the borrowing process, different types of loans, and how to avoid debt can take away some of the fear. In this session we will dive deep into different aspects of borrowing money for...

College Tour – California Lutheran University

California Lutheran University 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, CA, United States

Join us for an information session and tour of California Lutheran University. This small liberal arts college offers over 40 majors and personal attention from faculty and staff. College tours are a great way to learn about new colleges and get to know other iLEAD high school learners. This tour is open to all high...

Live Edgar Allen Poe Performance

3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA 93510 3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA, United States

The Acton Curriculum Library will be hosting a live Poe Performance by Duffy Hudson on November 3rd at 12:30 pm.  During his performance, Duffy presents as Edgar Allan Poe and recites three of Poe’s poems and stories, along with a biographical recounting of his life and mysterious death. Space is limited. If you are unable...

Social Emotional Support for Gifted Learners

Farnaz Kaufman will address the unique social and emotional needs of gifted learners and some of the supports and strategies that may be helpful. RSVP HERE

Learner University: To Keep or Not to Keep (Grades 6th-8th)

andi.palmatier@ileadexploration.org

During this Learner University Event, learners will explore the question: Do old buildings and architecture matter? Should we keep the old or build new? Join us as we discover the most famous landmarks in the world, secret ones in our city, and personal ones in our lives! Register November 6th. Register here. Meeting Dates: Thursdays...

Exploring the Arts for K-5 in Acton with Artuity Creative Studio – Session 2

3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA 93510 3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA, United States

Over this four week art session, learners will explore how to mix colors and apply washes, brush strokes, texture and details. Working from both reference and imagination. Subjects: animals and landscapes. Who: Kinder-5th grade learners What: Watercolors Where: Acton Curriculum Library,  3720 Sierra Hwy Unit A, Acton, CA 93510 When:  Tuesdays, 9:00-10:15 (10/17-11/7)  10/17 Color Mixing/Washes 10/24 Fall Leaves...

Rose Bowl Educational Tour 5th-12 Graders

rose bowl drive 1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA, United States

The Rose Bowl Stadium stands proud as Pasadena's crown jewel and National Historic Landmark. During each Educational Tour our knowledgeable docents instruct the students according to STEAM guidelines and tailor the lessons to what they are learning in school. Let your students burn off some energy while running across our iconic field, watch their horizons...

Exploring the Arts for 6-12 in Acton with Artuity Creative Studio – Session 2

3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA 93510 3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA, United States

Over this four week art session, learners will explore how to mix colors and apply washes, brush strokes, texture and details. Working from both reference and imagination. Subjects: animals and landscapes. Who: 6th-12th grade learners What: Watercolors Where: Acton Curriculum Library,  3720 Sierra Hwy Unit A, Acton, CA 93510 When:  Tuesdays, 10:30-11:45 (10/17-11/7)  10/17 Color Mixing/Washes 10/24 Fall Leaves...

Exploring the Arts with Megapixels School of the Arts (Virtual Meetings for Grades TK/K) – Session 2

Learn how to draw a new animal each week in this fun art class. Discover new techniques and have fun drawing, sketching, and creating art. Great for all skill levels.   Who: TK/K learners What: Draw Cute Cartoon Animals (Favorite Household Pets) Where: Attend virtually When: Tuesdays, 2:00-2:30 (10/17-11/7) Cost: There is no charge to attend these class sessions but there...

Exploring the Arts with Megapixels School of the Arts (Virtual Meetings for Grades 1-5) – Session 2

Learn how to draw a new animal each week in this fun art class. Discover new techniques and have fun drawing, sketching, and creating art. Great for all skill levels.   Who: 1st-5th grade learners What: Draw Cute Cartoon Animals (Favorite Household Pets) Where: Attend virtually When: Tuesdays, 2:30-3:25 (10/17-11/7) Cost: There is no charge to attend these class sessions but...

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

Big Morongo Preserve 10892 Covington Dr, Morongo Valley, CA, United States

2nd- 5th graders are invited to the history of the Morongo preserve and who use to live there. Students will witness the abundace of plant and animal life on the location. This trip includes a hike, bring water and dress accordingly No younger siblings, No strollers RSVP ticket required for all participants, one adult per...

Exploring the Arts with Megapixels School of the Arts (Virtual Meetings for Grades 6-12) – Session 2

Learn how to draw realistic portraits with this fun art class. Discover new techniques and have fun drawing, sketching, and creating art. Great for all skill levels.   Who: 6th-12th grade learners What: Draw Realistic Portraits Where: Attend virtually When: Thursdays, 9:00-10:30  (10/19-11/9) Cost: There is no charge to attend these class sessions but there is limited capacity. Supplies needed: Paper,...

Fall Break Celebration for Middle School & High School Learners

3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA 93510 3720 Sierra Hwy Unit B-C, Acton, CA, United States

Middle and high school learners are invited to the Acton Curriculum Library November 14th for a movie and special guests author, Andrew Adams, and illustrator, Megan Widick. Adams is an independent author of horror and thriller fiction, having written Serial Publication, Constructing Entropy, and the Symposium of the Reaper series. He is also a horror film...

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