Diné bizaad bídahwidiilʼááł doo! We can learn the Navajo Language together! All are welcome—any or no previous experience. Through fun, interactive activities such as visuals, songs, games, and simple projects, listen to and begin to speak Diné bizaad (the Navajo Language). Learning is reinforced daily with verbal repetition using total physical response (TPR), which attributes simple sign language or a motion with a word or phrase. Bring a new package of blank 3x5 cards to the first class. $5 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

MILDRED BITSUI has been a teacher for 24+ years with a lifelong interest in speaking, reading, and writing in the Navajo language.

Enter world of textures and colors to create unique and visually stunning artworks. From fabric dyeing techniques and pillow making to spool knitting, tying knots and weaving, learn fiber art techniques. Foster a love of artistic expression through multi-layered, tactile lessons. $15 fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

SERAFINA BITAH has been an educator for 21 years.  She received her BS and MA in Education from the University of New Mexico. She teaches art to young learners in the Farmington area and is excited to join Kids Kollege this year.

Enter the world of dragons. Learn about them; figure out what they eat and create your own Book of Dragons. By the end of the week, have yourh and in creating a dragon game to play with your family—create the rules, the dragons, and even their points. $5 fee payable to instructor at the first class. (24 max)

CHRISTOPHER CRISMON has taught popular Kids Kollege classes for nine summers and works during the school year at Bloomfield High School.

How do robots really work? Research a prototype using LEGO MindStorm sets and move step-by-step through the building and programming of new robot behavior. Experiment with your robot’s motors, sensors and programming, with class culminating in ever-popular robot battles. (16 max)

TROY REED has worked for afterschool and summer enrichment programs for nine years, including Kids Kollege and the 21st Century grant.

Petite Picasso! Learn the elements of art lines, colors and shapes—as your little artist creates masterpieces for everyone to enjoy. Develop fine motor skills, problem solving and creativity and nurture artistic talent. $10 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (14 max)

Instructors: KIMBER CRISMON is a mom of five and has taught Kids Kollege over the last eleven years.

MILLISSA SMITH

Ready…Set…Spike! Play the excitinggame of volleyball while having fun.Start with the basics of this great gameand then learn the positions on a courtand how to play as a team. Volleyballswill be included, but we encourage youto bring your own if you have one. (16max)

Instructor: KAISON DRYDEN

Step right up to the ultimate fair food experience! Indulge your taste buds with deep fried Oreos…. funnel cake…. and don’t forget the lemonade! Get in the carnival spirit while we put the fun in funnel cake! $20 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

Instructor: TRACIE SAWYER

Enter world of textures and colors to create unique and visually stunning artworks. From fabric dyeing techniques and pillow making to spool knitting, tying knots and weaving, learn fiber art techniques. Foster alove of artistic expression through multi-layered, tactile lessons. $15 fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

SERAFINA BITAH has been an educator for 21 years. She received her BS and MA in Education from the University of New Mexico. She teaches art to young learners in the Farmington area and is excited to join Kids Kollege this year.