Expanded Learning Program
2025-26 EXPANDING MINDS PROGRAM ENROLLMENT
2025-26 EXPANDING MINDS PROGRAM ENROLLMENT
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2025-26 EXPANDING MINDS PROGRAM ENROLLMENT
We are excited to announce the opening of enrollment for the 2025-2026 Expanding Minds (formerly known as ASES) school year. Any parent/guardian who is interested in having their child(ren) join the Expanding Minds program will need to fill out the interest form for each child(ren) for your child(ren) to be added to the interest form waitlist. There is no automatic enrollment for the upcoming school year. Parents/guardians who obtain a spot for their student(s) will receive a confirmation message later in the summer. If you have any questions, please contact your Site Specialists.
Expanding Minds programs are offered at the following elementary school sites: Beamer, Dingle, Freeman, Gibson, Maxwell, Plainfield, Tafoya, Whitehead, and Woodland Prairie. The YMCA program is offered at Spring Lake and Zamora elementary school sites. Expanding Minds and YMCA programs are funded through a state grant and are open until 6:00 pm every school day. The program starts immediately after school and includes homework support, intervention, enrichment, recreation, and a nutritious snack. Our mission is to create an enriching, safe, academic, and fun environment conducive to learning that will impact students' education and lives in a positive manner. The program is open to students from transitional kindergarten (TK) to sixth grade.
All students are eligible to join the Expanded Learning program. Priority enrollment is given to Foster, Homeless, Migrant, English Learner, and low-income students first, as required by AB 1567. Families are placed on a processing list for their designated school sites and are reviewed weekly by site leads. Families will be contacted when space becomes available. Family wait time varies based on individual sites' staffing needs.
Following this, waitlist priority is based on:
- Sibling already in the program
- Principal/staff referral
- Academic performance
Note: All parents, both returning and new, must enroll online.
Open Enrollment Periods:
1st- April 28th- June 6th.
2nd- November 17th - December 19th
There will be one sign-up interest for all after-school programs. This includes:
* Expanding Minds: Beamer, Dingle, Freeman, Gibson, Maxwell, Plainfield, Tafoya, Whitehead, and Woodland Prairie)
* YMCA sites: Spring Lake & Zamora
* Sci-Tech Charter
Complete one interest form per student.
Click here
For more information, contact:
Tori Peterson
Expanded Learning Coordinator
(530) 406-3250
tori.peterson@wjusd.org
Expanded Learning Site Support Specialists at each school site:
- Beamer Elementary: Ismael Grajeda Fuentes, 530-681-7919, ismael.grajeda@wjusd.org
- Dingle Elementary: Susana Gomez Camacho, 530-867-1996, susana.gomezcamacho@wjusd.org
- Freeman Elementary: Laura Killion, 530-867-2107, laura.killion@wjusd.org
- Gibson Elementary: Christian Pesqueda, 530-341-7695, christian.pesqueda@wjusd.org
- Maxwell Elementary: Alexandra Diaz, 530-867-2147, alexandra.diaz@wjusd.org
- Plainfield Elementary: Eduardo Gonzalez, 530-723-8425, eduardo.gonzalez@wjusd.org
- Tafoya Elementary: Katie Bruner, 530-867-2150, katie.bruner@wjusd.org
- Whitehead Elementary: Monica Coronado, 530-867-2182, monica.coronado@wjusd.org
- Woodland Prairie Elementary: Pablo Vasquez, 530-723-0872, pablo.vasquez@wjusd.org
Zamora Elementary and Spring Lake Elementary:
YMCA is providing the Expanded Learning program for Zamora and Spring Lake students.
Site Directors, if you have questions:
Site Directors, if you have questions:
Jaya Pandey @ Springlake - (916)-318-2846; jpandey@ymcasuperiorcal.org
Kristen Lockett @ Zamora - (530) 702-8604; klockett@ymcasuperiorcal.orgSee the sign-up interest form above
Science & Technology (Sci-Tech) Elementary Charter School:
The principal, Maria Martinez, manages its program based on separate funding.
- Expanded Learning Site Support Specialist:
- Sci-Tech Elementary: Teresa Borrego- teresa.borrego@wjusd.org
See the sign-up interest form above
2025 WJUSD Summer Program Interest Form
2025 WJUSD Summer Program Interest Form![]()
2025 WJUSD Summer Program Interest Form
WJUSD is excited to announce the return of Expanding Minds summer intersession and enrichment camps!
- Expanding Minds (EM) full-day summer intersession for current TK - 5th grade students
- EM will include small group teacher intervention during the morning portion of the program.
- Enrichment Camp for incoming 4th -12th-grade students not participating in summer intersession
The WJUSD Expanding Minds Program will offer summer intersession, June 9th - July 21st, 2025, for current TK - 5th grade students. If you are interested in the 6-week full-day program, sign up using our interest form. Expanding Minds will be located at the following elementary sites: Gibson and Tafoya (including the DI program). It runs daily from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (except the following holidays: June 19 & July 4).
Weeks 1 - 6: Morning session - academic small group rotations with a certificated teacher (previously known as summer school) & Afternoon sessions- Tutor lead project-based learning themes, enrichment activities, and outdoor team-building sports/games.
- Transportation: Transportation will be provided for students registered for Summer Intersession, with pick up in the morning at home school sites and return at the end of the program to homeschool sites. Families must fill out a transportation request (found on the district transportation webpage) if bussing is requested. All Transportation forms are due by May 16, 2025.
We are also offering Summer Enrichment Camps for our current 4th-11th grade.
Please be aware that transportation is not provided for Summer Enrichment Camp Programs. Enrichment camps offered: Music (Orchestra, Band, & Mariachi) and Robotics Summer Camp. Location for Enrichment Camps: Woodland High School (WHS).
Enrichments being offered include:
Band (incoming 7th -12th) Site: WHS @ 2:00pm-5:00pm
- Date: June 9th - June 27th
Orchestra (incoming 7th -12th) Site: WHS @ 8:00am-11:00am
- Date: June June 9th - June 27th
Mariachi incoming 7th -12th) Site: WHS @ 11:00am -2:00pm
- Date: June June 9th - June 27th
Digital Minds Robotics (Grades 4 -8) Site: WHS @ 8:30 am-12:30 pm
- Session 1. Beginning Camp. June 9-13 (incoming 4th -6th)
- Session 2. Beginning Camp. June 23-27 (incoming 4th-6th)
- Session 3. Intermediate Camp. June 16-20 (No camp June 19th) (incoming 7th-8th)
When signing up for either program, you will be placed on a waitlist. A staff member will follow up regarding enrollment or waitlist status.
We aim to provide programs to all students and minimize time on the waitlist. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to contact our Expanding Minds Site Support Specialists at each school site or reach out to our Expanded Learning Coordinator, Tori Peterson ( tori.peterson@wjusd.org ).
Open enrollment: March 4th- April 4th
Parent confirmation: April 28th and beyond
Transportation request Due: by May 16th
Complete one interest form per student.
Click here
Summer Community Resources:
Boys & Girls Club- Webpage
City of Woodland- Youth Programs Webpage
2024-25 EXPANDING MINDS PROGRAM ENROLLMENT
2024-25 EXPANDING MINDS PROGRAM ENROLLMENT![]()
2024-25 EXPANDING MINDS PROGRAM ENROLLMENT
We are excited to announce our open enrollment for the 2024-2025 Expanding Minds (Formerly called ASES) school year. Any parent/guardian who is interested in having their child(ren) join the Expanding Minds program, will need to fill out the interest form for each child(ren) for your child(ren) to be added to the interest form waitlist. There is no automatic enrollment for the upcoming school year. Parents/guardians who obtain a spot for their student(s) will receive a confirmation message later in the summer. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Site Specialists.
Expanding Minds programs are offered at the following elementary school sites: Beamer, Dingle, Freeman, Gibson, Maxwell, Plainfield, Tafoya, Whitehead, and Woodland Prairie. The YMCA program is offered at Spring Lake and Zamora elementary school sites. Expanding Minds and YMCA programs are funded through a state grant and are open until 6:00 pm every school day. The program starts immediately after school and includes homework support, intervention, enrichment, recreation, and a nutritious snack. Our mission is to create an enriching, safe, academic, and fun environment conducive to learning that will impact students' education and lives in a positive manner. The program is open to students from transitional kindergarten (TK) to sixth grade.
All students are eligible to join the Expanded Learning program. Priority enrollment is given to Foster, Homeless, Migrant, English Learner, and low-income students first, as required by AB 1567. Families are placed on a waitlist for their designated school sites and are reviewed weekly by site leads. Families will be contacted when space becomes available. Family wait time varies based on individual sites' staffing needs.
Following this, waitlist priority is based on:
- Sibling already in the program
- Principal/staff referral
- Academic performance
If your child attends one of the following schools (Beamer, Dingle, Freeman, Gibson, Maxwell, Plainfield, Tafoya, Whitehead, and Woodland Prairie)
Sign Up Here
Open Enrollment Periods:
1st- April 28th- June 7th.
2nd- November 18th - Dec 13th
Note: All parents (returning and new) must enroll online.
For more information, contact:
Tori Peterson
Expanded Learning Coordinator
(530) 406-3250
tori.peterson@wjusd.org
Expanded Learning Site Support Specialists at each school site:
- Beamer Elementary: Ismael Grajeda Fuentes, 530-681-7919, ismael.grajeda@wjusd.org
- Dingle Elementary: Susana Gomez Camacho, 530-867-1996, susana.gomezcamacho@wjusd.org
- Freeman Elementary: Laura Killion, 530-867-2107, laura.killion@wjusd.org
- Gibson Elementary: Christian Pesqueda, 530-341-7695, christian.pesqueda@wjusd.org
- Maxwell Elementary: Alexandra Diaz, 530-867-2147, alexandra.diaz@wjusd.org
- Plainfield Elementary: Eduardo Gonzalez, 530-723-8425, eduardo.gonzalez@wjusd.org
- Tafoya Elementary: Katie Bruner, 530-867-2150, katie.bruner@wjusd.org
- Whitehead Elementary: Monica Coronado, 530-867-2182, monica.coronado@wjusd.org
- Woodland Prairie Elementary: Pablo Vasquez, 530-723-0872, pablo.vasquez@wjusd.org
Zamora Elementary and Spring Lake Elementary:
YMCA is providing the Expanded Learning program for Zamora and Spring Lake students.
Spring Lake -Spring Lake Registration
Zamora - Zamora Registration
Site Directors, if you have questions:
Site Directors, if you have questions:
Jaya Pandey @ Springlake - (916)-318-2846; jpandey@ymcasuperiorcal.org
Kristen Lockett @ Zamora - (530) 702-8604; klockett@ymcasuperiorcal.orgScience & Technology (Sci-Tech) Elementary Charter School:
The principal, Maria Martinez, manages its program based on separate funding.
- Expanded Learning Site Support Specialist:
- Sci-Tech Elementary: Teresa Borrego- teresa.borrego@wjusd.org
Sci-Tech Charter registration here
High school Ambassadors : 2024-25 school year
Youth EmploymentHigh school Ambassadors : 2024-25 school year![]()
Youth Employment
High school Ambassadors : 2024-25 school year
Description: The WJUSD Expanded Learning Program is searching for highly motivated current junior and senior students to serve as High School Ambassadors at the elementary school program sites. High School Ambassadors will assist with projects and lead art/team-building activities specific to their assigned program site. If selected for a position, all High School Ambassadors will be paid an hourly wage.
Pay Rate: $17.00/hour
Youth Employment Requirements:
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Be a current WJUSD junior or senior high school student.
- Have a current CA ID/ DL. Own transportation to any elementary school site.
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Be available for interviews and attend ongoing trainings.
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If selected, High School Ambassadors must complete a WJUSD Employee Hiring Packet with fingerprint clearance.
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High School Ambassadors must be prepared to work up to 4 hours a day. Programs run Monday-Friday, 2 pm-6 pm.
Youth Employment Responsibilities/Duties:
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Assist with snack distributions.
- Assist tutors with homework help and enrichment activities.
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Assist with parent pickup.
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Attend staff meetings and trainings.
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Plan and lead weekly art or team-building youth activities.
- Complete High School Ambassador Project.
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Other classroom duties as assigned.
Questions: Contact Tori Peterson, tori.peterson@wjusd.org
Apply here! Click here to apply: https://bit.ly/40iTfMQ
