Dive into the fascinating world of wearable art! Learn basic techniques such as making your own beads, bead stringing, and how to use found objects to make unique pieces in a very hands-on class. Join us as you create cherished unique pieces to wear for years to come. $15 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

Instructor: AMY TANNER

Create ‘em, train ‘em, master ‘em! From the shows to your own creations, from new games to scavenger hunts, choose your own starter and see where it takes you. $5 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class.(20 max)

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

Rubber band cars, bridges and towers from everyday materials—get ready to tinker! Put your curiosity, problem solving and math skills to work as you create items you can really use. $8 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. (20 max)

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

Achieve new heights on the 6,000 square foot wall at San Juan College’s Health and Human Performance Center. Climbing offers a new perspective as you explore routes specifically designed for kids and learn how to boulder (bouldering is a style of rock climbing that is done close to the ground without ropes or harnesses and focuses on technique and control). Build confidence as you learn safety, basic knots and team building skills with activities and games. Wear comfortable clothing and athletic/tennis shoes. Cost includes all necessary equipment, and class cost covers staffing to ensure a 1:6 staff-to student ratio for safety purposes. (12max)

Instructors: CLAUDETTE SENA, ANNA WILSON, RYTISHA BROWN

Combine the challenge of golf with the fun of frisbees, and you have Disc Golf! Disc golf is played much like ball golf but with discs that come in different molds that make a putter, mid-range, fairway driver, and distance drivers. Play begins with throwing from a tee box and completion into a basket. The number of throws it takes to complete the hole is the score for that hole. Learn the fundamentals of throwing discs and gain an understanding of how disc golf is played with rules provided from the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA). All equipment provided, but bring your own discs if you have them; bring water, a hat and sunscreen. (14 max)

DEVON LAPAHIE has taught Kids Kollege basketball since 2016 and Disc Golf since 2022.

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.