Gilbert Public Schools

The ActivStars Karate is the premier youth martial arts program for kids and teens, building self-confidence, focus, and lifelong skills—all while having fun and making friends! Students progress toward earning their black belt through our ongoing program, while SafeShield training teaches vital abduction prevention and anti-bullying skills to stay safe in and outside of class. Classes are affordable with convenient payment plans, making it easy for families to experience an incredible martial arts program! ***Oak Tree NEW START DATE on September 6th!***

The ActivStars Soccer program is specifically designed for kids and teens ages 5-15 years old. Through the program athletes build self-confidence, personal growth, and lifelong skills, all while having fun and making friends! Athletes progress through our team levels sharpening skills and technique in a sport setting. Our teams and practices are affordable with convenient payment plans, making it easy for families to experience an incredible soccer program that will create lasting memories for your child!

Join us for a unique and enjoyable family bonding experience on the greens with our "Tee Time Together" family golf lessons. Designed for parents and kids to learn and play golf side by side, this interactive class offers a fun-filled opportunities to connect while mastering the fundamentals of the game. Under the guidance of Augusta Ranch Golf's experienced instructors, families will receive personalized instruction tailored to their skill levels whether they're complete beginners or seasoned players. Beyond honing individual skills the "Tee Time Together" lesson emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication and sportsmanship. Families will also experience the latest in golf technology with Toptracer. Toptracer is the #1 Range Technology in Golf that offers games, and insights that can help improve your game and up the fun factor! Come tee up with some quality family time and create lasting memories on the range with our Family Golf Lessons! *Golf clubs can be provided upon request when registering.

The Junior Golf program is designed to introduce or develop existing golf skills for students 6th grade and up. This course covers everything from basic swing mechanics to on-course etiquette, as well as fostering a lifelong love for the game. Through interactive lessons, fun drills, and driving and practice green play, juniors will develop their technique, enhance their coordination, and build confidence in a supportive encouraging environment. Whether your child is picking up a club for the first time, or looking to refine their existing skills, our program offers a comprehensive approach to golf development. Join us and tee off on a journey of growth, camaraderie, and enjoyment on the course. Grades 6th+

Step onto the court with Buddy the Ball Tennis Club—a dynamic and story-filled experience where kids discover the joy of tennis through the eyes of our mascot, Buddy! With Buddy leading the way, we spark imagination and inspire growth through a sport that builds both body and brain. Designed for all experience levels, this class boosts hand-eye coordination, athletic awareness, footwork, and a positive mindset. Our unique wristband system, like martial arts belts, marks your child's progress and fuels their motivation as they advance through the levels. Tennis has been shown to enhance brain function, improve concentration, and even increase lifespan by strengthening neuron communication. Add in fun rewards, role model coaches, and a curriculum built for progress—and you’ve got a recipe for long-term success and serious fun. Above all, Buddy’s Tennis Class is a total blast! Watch your child Bounce Big, Live Bigger, and fall in love with the game! Sign up now!

Welcome to The Power Up Club --- An exclusive after-school program designed to ignite confidence, character, and resilience in young girls. Powered by our signature POWER curriculum (Perspective, Ownership, Empowerment, and Reassurance), each session builds essential life skills through hands-on activities, interactive discussion, and intentional exercises crafted to foster personal growth. In a world filled with digital distractions, and challenges, The Power Up Club provides a focused, supportive space where girls can step away from their screens, connect authentically with peers, and cultivate self-assurance and life-long values. This isn't just an after school activity; it's a space where girls are encouraged to lead, explore their strengths, and build lasting friendships. With experienced facilitators and a curriculum that goes beyond basics, The Power Up Club stands as a premium, transformative experience that supports girls in thriving, not just today but for years to come.

Join us for our After School Art Club, where you will create your own masterpieces using a variety of materials including paint, watercolors, oil pastels, charcoal, and chalk pastels. Each week, students will learn about a famous artist, explore their techniques, and bring home artwork they can be proud of!

Step into a world of twists, turns, and thrills as you uncover the science behind theme park magic! Let your imagination run wild as you dream up, stuff, and design your own theme park mascot. Experiment with a glow-in-the-dark bumper car track, test the power of centrifugal, centripetal forces, and gravity as you craft a spinning carousel and send a roller coaster speeding down its track. Taste the sweet chemistry behind cotton candy then whip up ooey gooey, fluffy cotton candy slime! Get ready for a wild ride of hands-on experiments, engineering challenges, and artistic creations as science meets imagination. Buckle up—it’s time to bring the magic of amusement parks to life!

System 3: Fantastic Forces catapults young minds into the thrilling world of physical chemistry and engineering! In this action-packed after-school adventure, students will uncover the secrets behind the invisible forces that shape our universe—from gravity and magnetism to motion and energy. Through hands-on experiments and eye-popping demonstrations, they'll explore how these powerful principles drive real-world innovations, from roller coasters to rockets. Get ready to spark curiosity, ignite imagination, and unleash the mad scientist within!

Welcome to Explorer Level – Where Curiosity Becomes Creation! In this hands-on afterschool adventure, your child will dive deeper into the world of scientific discovery through dynamic, rotating project themes each term. By mixing up topics regularly, we keep minds buzzing and boredom at bay! Every session is a chance to explore real-world science—from sparking circuits and explosive chemical reactions to the wonders of flight, buoyancy, and simple machines. It’s not just learning—it’s doing, building, experimenting... and yes, bringing their incredible creations home to show off! Perfect for the endlessly curious and the hands-on tinkerer, Explorer Level empowers kids to ask “Why?” and discover “Wow!”

Pathways to Learning is excited to offer a variety of engaging, hands-on classes designed to spark curiosity, build skills, and inspire creativity in students of all ages. Below you will find descriptions of each class being offered this session. We can’t wait to learn and grow together! Week 1: Greenhouse Effect & Gardening Science • Explore different planting methods like seed Bursts and build a mini greenhouse to start your own home garden Week 2: Rube Goldberg Challenge: Chain Reaction Masters • Build a wild and wacky machine that does a simple task in a complex way! Week 3: Photochemistry in Action: Solar Printing Workshop • Create stunning solar print art using the power of the sun and natural materials Week 4: Build-a-Biz: Ice Cream Edition • Become a young entrepreneur by building your own 3D ice cream shop—and make real ice cream, too! Week 5: Sun Chef Lab: S’mores in a Solar Oven • Craft your own solar oven to cook delicious, gooey s’mores Week 6: Thrill Ride Engineers: Solar & Motor Amusement Design • Design a thrilling amusement park ride powered by motors and solar energy

In this hands-on course, students will discover the art of working with air-dry clay, exploring the basics of clay tools, textures, and techniques. They’ll create their own unique pieces each session, learning sculpting methods and experimenting with different textures and finishes. Projects include fun and functional items like sculptures, personalized mugs, hanging planters, and more. This class is perfect for young artists looking to express themselves through clay while developing new artistic skills.

Personal finance consultant, Yvonne DiMatteo, knows financial success begins with education which is why she is partnering with Gilbert Community Education to offer teens (age 12+) and their parents a three-week finance course sure to boost your financial IQ. Participants will learn the importance of saving for retirement, saving for emergencies, saving for large purchases, conscious spending, personal cash flow statements, the psychology of spending, common investment vehicles, investing risks, personal balance sheets, net worth, basic insurance terminology, identity theft, debt, credit, credit cards, credit reports, and credit scores. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity.

Family Camping Event! Location: Usery Mountain Regional Park Dates: October 10th & 11th Check-In: 4:00 PM; October 10th Check Out: 11:00AM; October 11th Join us for an unforgettable family adventure under the stars at beautiful Usery Mountain Regional Park! Our GPS Enrichment Family Camping Event is all about quality time in nature, hands-on learning, and good old-fashioned outdoor fun. Takes place rain or shine! Come prepared for inclement weather. Additionally, Usery Pass tends to have hard soil which can make driving tent stakes challenging. To help you prepare please read this Quick Tip Sheet. PLEASE NOTE: Tents are not provided! Event Highlights: Check-In & Camp Setup – Arrive at 4:00 PM to set up your campsite and get settled in. Please note TENTS ARE NOT PROVIDED, and campgrounds do permit for truck bed tents as we will be able to park on the actual campgrounds) Archery Lesson – Head over to the archery range for a fun and safe lesson led by experienced instructors. Archery equipment provided, campers can also bring their own equipment. Dinner at Camp – Return to the campground for a cookout with burgers, hot dogs, and everyone's favorite: s’mores by the campfire (Pending No Burn Notice; otherwise grill will be used)! Games & Activities – Enjoy family-friendly games like cornhole, jumbo Jenga, and more. Camp Under the Stars – Sleep under the desert sky and soak in the peaceful sounds of nature. Morning Breakfast & Hike – Start your morning with breakfast, then choose your own adventure with a hike to Wind Cave or an easy scenic trail. This is the perfect chance to unplug, bond as a family, and experience the beauty of the great outdoors together. Spots are limited, so register soon!