Imaginession, June 2-4
Imagination + Session: Where students try out new interests, learn new skills, and immerse themselves in creativity!
TIME:
- Classes 9:00-1:00. Drop off after 8:30 AM and pick up no later than 1:15.
ABOUT:
- Current OSA students have registration priority and do not need to submit any paperwork.
- NEW STUDENTS: All non-OSA students must complete the Imaginession Registration 2025 form to submit with payment (registration for NEW students begins May 1).
- Grades: Open to all students entering 6th- 9th grade in the Fall. Students must be at least 10 years of age to participate.
- Students choose classes in advance. First come, first served. Class size is limited.
- A daily snack is served between 10:45-11:15 all three days, and will include a variety of healthy choices (fruits, nuts, cheese, yogurt, granola, hummus, pita, chips, veggies, etc.) and light sweets.
- Maximum participants: 30 students!
COST:
- Total for three days is $200, including a substantial snack (daily) and all materials.
- To register, simply email your child’s preferred courses, then wait for confirmation. Payment may be made by check, or an invoice can be sent to pay online via bank transfer or credit card (CC fees apply).
- If coming only part-time, individual class cost/s include:
- Supervision for early drop off
- Snack on the days when students attend
- All class materials
Food Fascination: Snack Edition
After learning how to use the tools of the trade, our student chefs will break into teams to create delectable snacks. Foods may include freshly made chips, hummus, guacamole, sorbet, and granola. These snacks will be served at “snack time” along with other delicious snacks. Instructors: Laura Erlig, Sue Eaton, Deneen Cienfuegos. Max: 9
Macramé
Are you looking for a decoration to fill that space on the wall or something to hang a plant? Students will learn basic knots used in macramé and will put them to use by creating their very own masterpieces. Monday’s lesson will be the basics, and on Tuesday, students can create a tapestry or plant hanger. We will create unique patterns, adorned with beads, feathers, and whatever else we can find. Instructor: Melanie Ware. Max: 8
Mad Science
Mad Science is focused on the love of science. Each experiment will be fun and exploratory, and maybe a bit messy. Activities might focus on spherification, aerodynamics, or chemical reactions, and will be determined once we know the class participants (to ensure it is fun for everyone and not a repeat). Instructors: Laura Erlig and Rachel Ameche. Max: 12
Origami Math Genius (OMG)
Bijian Fan returns to OSA! Origami Math Genius (OMG) integrates origami art and math. This course can turn every student into an OMG! Learning math through origami has tremendous advantages because you can see mathematical concepts in every fold. This hands-on class unfolds mathematical concepts visually and makes learning math more intuitive. Instructor: BiJian Fan. Max: 9
- About the Instructor: BiJian Fan is a math teacher, engineer, and artist. His art has been exhibited at Channel Islands National Park, McDonald’s, Los Angeles Dodgers, Beijing Olympics, and many other venues. He has taught OMG internationally. Learn more about his background at bijian.com.
3D-Printing
Students in this mini-course will learn about 3-D printers—how they work, what they can create, and how to design something to print. Working in teams or individually, they will plan and create something to print. Instructor: Dylan Rodgers, with Rachel Ameche assisting. Max: 8
- About Dylan Rodgers: He has extensive experience working in tech, specifically with 3D printers. He is also a former student of Lori’s!
Crafty Arts
We’ll have fun with some crafty projects, TBD once we know who is enrolled. Have fun expressing yourself while doing crafts such as woodburning, collage, or another special project. No matter what, it will be cool. Depending on the students enrolled, the crafts may or may not be different from the M/T class to the W class. Instructor: Jenni Buchanan, with Melanie Ware for the M/T class. Max: 8
Guitar Jam
Evan Joffred returns to OSA! Students in this mini-course should have at least a little experience with stringed instruments. Over two classes, they will discuss some music theory, learn some new techniques (based on their level of ability), and jam to a cover song. Students should bring their guitars if they have them, although there are several at OSA. Instructor: Evan Joffred. Max: 7
- About: Evan Joffred is a professional musician, performer, and instructor who is masterful with electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass guitar, piano, and vocals. He is also a former student of Lori’s!
Animal Tracking w/ “Tracker Rob”
In this class, we will take a walk looking for animal tracks and signs, and evidence of wildlife. Students will learn identification, gaits, and patterns, the 7 “sign” clues, characteristics, and habitat of wildlife in the area. Time permitting, students can make and take home a plaster footprint cast of a (local) mammal. It’s a 3-hour, jam-packed morning of adventure and discovery. Be amazed at how much wildlife is found around your school area! Prepare for a full class outdoors, and dress accordingly.
Instructor: Rob Remedi, with Rachel Ameche assisting. Max: 12
- About Tracker Rob: Robert Remedi is a naturalist, outdoor guide, and wilderness skills instructor with over 32 years of experience teaching in our local mountains and parks. He is also a certified tracker and happy to share his love of the outdoors and the abundant wildlife around us.
Succulent Garden
Students will learn how to care for, propagate, and arrange a small succulent pot or bowl. There will also be mini-lessons on native succulents and why they are beneficial to the environment. Students take home what they create. Materials included. Instructor: Melanie Ware. Max: 8
Sun Prints
Science and art come together in making sun prints. Learn about solar energy and the history of photography. Make sun prints with cyanotype paper and learn how to take photos with Polaroid cameras. Fun and informative. Instructor: Laura Erlig. Max: 8