Colfax Charter Elementary

2024-2025 Program

Childcare Service

At PEAK, we provide a comprehensive childcare service that extends until 6:00 PM on every school day. To enroll your child, please complete the registration packet linked below and send it to peakenrichment@gmail.com. Deadline for registration: 8/31/2024.

2024/2025 Registration Packet

Enrichment Program

Our Enrichment Program at Colfax Charter Elementary offers an exciting and well-rounded selection of classes that run five days a week, designed to inspire and prepare students for a bright future. From hands-on activities like LEGO engineering and ceramics to thought-provoking sessions in marine biology and chemistry, our program nurtures creativity, dexterity, and a love for learning. Each class is thoughtfully crafted to engage students in STEM, art, and critical thinking, while also building essential life skills like communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. Whether they’re strategizing in chess, exploring the wonders of the ocean, or competing in a fun “Cupcake Wars” challenge, students will thrive in a safe, positive, and fun environment that encourages growth and discovery. Join us for an enriching after-school experience that equips your child with the tools they need to succeed!

General Information

Safety first - 14-1 ratio
Exclusive discount for enrichment classes and camps start August 2024 (Only for families enrolled in our childcare service)
Fully licensed child care
All staff background checked by FBI, DOJ, and CDSS
Pick up anytime
Homework assistance offered everyday
STEAM enrichment activities inside the program

Our Enrichment Classes

MONDAYS GR: TK-5TH 2:40PM-3:40PM - $175
DATE: 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 1/6, 1/13, 1/27
We are devoted to promoting the merits of chess among children by using stories, dances, and catchy songs to make the game of chess exciting and easy to understand. Children participating in our program: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Have better concentration and mental discipline; Gain confidence and have lots of FUN!!! All students in our chess club receive an exclusive Academic Chess workbook, prizes for good sportsmanship and participate in the “BIG TOURNAMENT” on the last day where all kids take home a prize! You can reach Academic Chess at (818) 850-1114 or via email losangeles@academicchess.net
MONDAYS GR: TK-5TH 2:40PM-3:40PM - $175
DATE: 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 1/6, 1/13, 1/27
In this exciting hands-on science class, students will explore major scientific concepts like energy, electricity, light, gravity, motion, friction, magnetism, and simple machines through the construction of a variety of fun toys. Each session offers a unique opportunity for students to build their own science toys, which they will take home after each class. This engaging, interactive experience is perfect for sparking curiosity and fostering a deeper understanding of the scientific principles that shape our world!
TUESDAYS GR K-5TH 1:50PM-2:50PM - $225
DATE: 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
Learn how to hand sew and embroider with Miss Shannon’s Sewing. First project, a pencil case teaches how to sew on a button. Each project teaches a new skill. Big project is a super cute raccoon. Sewing kit, materials and supplies included.
Questions: sew@missshannon.com
TUESDAYS GR: TK-5TH 1:40PM-2:40PM - $225
DATE: 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
Unlock your imagination and design the world of your dreams with LEGO! In this hands-on class, you'll explore the endless possibilities of patterns, colors, and shapes found in the world around you. Then, you'll put your creativity and skills to work, building everything from a custom space alien to a luxury sports car—whatever you can dream up! As a LEGO designer, you’ll get to bring your ideas to life and take your unique creations home. Get ready to explore, create, and play in a world where the only limit is your imagination!
WEDNESDAY GR: TK-5TH, 2:40PM-3:40PM - $225
DATES: 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29
Get ready for a hands-on, gross-out adventure where kids will create fake blisters, cuts, wounds, blood, eyeballs, and even brains! They’ll explore the world of biology by simulating tooth decay, testing for saliva digestion, and making an earwax detector. While it may sound disgusting, it’s packed with fascinating science! Kids will discover how blisters protect their skin, how mucus keeps germs at bay, and much more. Through fun and educational experiments, they'll learn the science behind the body’s ickiest functions in a memorable (and messy) way.
THURSDAYS 3:00PM-4:00PM - $225
4TH-5TH GRADE ONLY
DATE: 11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30
It is time to get messy! Miss Samantha's ceramic class is the place to create clay masterpieces that will last a lifetime. The Thursday class is for students’ grades 3rd - 5th where they will learn the process of working with clay. Each student will sculpt, glaze, and bring home several one of a kind works of art. Each student will learn a variety of ceramic techniques while adding their own personal creative touch to each piece. Let’s get muddy and have some fun! Questions: samantha.reffett.33@gmail.com
THURSDAYS GR: TK-5TH 2:40PM-3:40PM - $225
DATE: 11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30
Bring out your inner artist by exploring a multitude of creative styles including charcoal, watercolor, abstract art, sculpture, Japanese anime, mixed media and acrylic painting.
FRIDAYS GR: TK-5TH 2:40PM-3:40PM - $225
DATES: 11/15, 11/22, 12/6, 12/13, 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31
From learning the basics of being a sous chef to creating beautiful charcuterie boards, this class is all about hands-on snack making fun! Students will get to make delicious parfaits and even create donuts that look like snowmen. Join us for a tasty adventure where we explore creative and exciting ways to make snacks that everyone will love!
FRIDAYS 3:00PM-4:00PM - $225
2ND-3RD GRADE ONLY
DATE: 11/15, 11/22, 12/6, 12/13, 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31
It is time to get messy! Miss Samantha's ceramic class is the place to create clay masterpieces that will last a lifetime. The Thursday class is for students’ grades 3rd - 5th where they will learn the process of working with clay. Each student will sculpt, glaze, and bring home several one of a kind works of art. Each student will learn a variety of ceramic techniques while adding their own personal creative touch to each piece. Let’s get muddy and have some fun! Questions: samantha.reffett.33@gmail.com