Imaginession, June 1-3
Imagination + Session: Where students try out new interests, learn new skills, and immerse themselves in creativity!
- The total for three days is $210, including a varied snack buffet and all materials; one class, day, or two days is priced as shown.
- Supervision for early drop-off (8:30) and playtime (12:30-1:00).
- Snack on the days when students attend, and all materials any class requires
- Priority for class choices goes to students coming all three days.
- Students may not be on site if not in a class.
- Monday classes are SINGLE. Tuesday/Wednesday classes require attendance at both.
- Current OSA students have registration priority and do not need to submit any paperwork. Just email your course preferences.
- All non-OSA students must complete the program registration form to submit with payment: Imaginession Registration 2026
- Grades: Open to all students in grades 6-12, and those entering 6th grade in the Fall. Students must be at least 10 years of age.
Rhythm & Beats
Find your groove in this unique class, where we’ll be using hand drums, including congas and djembes. It will include a drum lesson, call and response, soloing (supported, of course), and a fun game called “I’ve Got Your Back”. We will learn a traditional African rhythm and will create our own rhythm. Finally, if there’s time, we’ll integrate drum and percussion parts in one groove. Instructor: John Lacques. Max: 10
- About the Instructor: John Lacques has devoted his professional life to using music as a tool for empowerment and transformation. Through his business, Drumtime, John combines his unique talents and expertise as an educator, professional drummer, and theater artist to facilitate drum circles that encourage and support others to become creators—not just of music, but creators of joy, health, success, and community.
Musical Theatre
Experience the pure joy that is Musical Theater in this dynamic and expressive class led by singer, musician, and Performing Arts Director Katie Phillipson. Students explore the exciting world of musical storytelling through singing, movement, and character work, building essential skills in confidence, collaboration, stage presence, and vocal performance. Through engaging ensemble numbers and creative exercises, students grow as both performers and teammates. Instructor: Katie Phillipson. Max: 8
- About: Katie Phillipson is a CA credentialed teacher with a Master’s in Education, Choir Director for Rancho Campana High School, professional singer, studio musician, and founder and director of As One Harmony Performance Groups. Katie is passionate about helping students discover their inner performer to shine on and off stage.
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
Secret Formulas
Do you like mixing solutions and creating potions? Are you curious how to make your own glue, cola, toothpaste, and ice cream? In Secret Formulas, students become laboratory scientists and creative inventors. Instructor: Laura Erlig. Max: 8
Comedy Improv-ability
Unleash creativity and laughter in “Improv-ability,” an engaging and bonding Improv class, led by singer, musician, and Performing Arts Director, Katie Phillipson. Students use Improv games, hilarious hypotheticals, and mind-stretching narratives to enhance critical areas of development such as teamwork, adaptability, communication, confidence, and, most importantly, expansion of the creative mind. Instructor: Katie Phillipson. Max: 8
- About: Katie Phillipson is a CA credentialed teacher with a Master’s in Education, Choir Director for Rancho Campana High School, professional singer, studio musician, and founder and director of As One Harmony Performance Groups. Katie LOVES guiding students to new imaginative heights. Creative minds unite!
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
Crafty Arts
We’ll have fun with a crafty project or two, TBD once we know who is enrolled. Have fun expressing yourself while doing a craft such as woodburning, collage, or another special project. No matter what, it will be cool. Instructor: Jenni Buchanan. Max: 8
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
Intro to 3-D 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 Jenni Buchanan assisting. Max: 8
- About: Dylan Rodgers has extensive experience in tech, particularly with 3D printers. He is also an OSA graduate (class of 2013!).
Macramé
Are you looking for a decoration to fill that space on the wall? Or for something to protect you from bad dreams? Or just an everyday craft? Look no further! Students will learn the basic knots used in macramé, and we will put them to use by creating our very own dreamcatchers or plant hangers. We will create unique patterns, adorned with beads, feathers, and whatever else we can find. Instructor: Melanie Ware. Max: 8
Money Madness
Who doesn’t love working with money? With Venmo, Zelle, and other auto-pay systems, it’s hard for kids to learn the basics. Students in this mini course may find themselves in a market, a restaurant, a bank, or something else, and learn how to spend their cash! Depending on how the time goes, our topics may include tax, interest, making change, tipping, budgeting, credit vs debit cards, and more! Instructor: Rachel Ameche. Max: 8
Bubbleology
Through hands-on activities, students will learn how bubbles capture not only our excitement and joy, but also concepts of light, aerodynamics, and chemistry. This will be an introduction to a class that will go more in-depth next year at OSA. Students will build shapes to see what kind of bubbles they can make and what objects can create bubbles. This class is a blast! Instructors: Laura Erlig & Rachel Ameche. Max: 12
Myths & Beasts
Learn about mythological beasts: their stories, their powers, and what they symbolize. We’ll play games, draw pictures, and finish by making our own mythological creatures. Instructor: Jenni Buchanan. Max: 8
Chain Mail
Chain mail is much like knitting, but with metal. You will enjoy this class if you need some bling for an upcoming Renaissance Fair, you are concerned about a possible zombie apocalypse, you admire the wardrobe of medieval knights, your favorite color is goth, and/or you’re interested in spending some quality time with friends (old and new). If any of these apply to you, then join us for a mellow crafty experience. Instructor: Melanie Ware. Max: 8