Violin and Viola

Instructor: Mrs. Robin Moreland Description: This is a once a week 25-minute private violin, viola, or cello lesson scheduled during the school day or Friday lab time.  It is open for 3rd through 12th grade beginners on all three instruments.  Intermediate and advanced lessons are open to any violin student grades 3rd through 12th.  Students will learn to play violin, viola, or cello, read music, and perform.  There will be recitals given in December and May with dates and times to be scheduled.  An optional solo and ensemble contest will be held in the spring.  Practice for a minimum of…

Sew Cool 2

Instructor:  Catherine Rodecker Description: Kids can sew too! This hands-on class will teach students the basics of machine sewing.  We will first learn about sewing safety, fabric, buttons, and patterns.  Students will quickly be sewing up projects in these key areas: hug, hold it, give, wear, recycle and repair. We will be using simple sewing machines. This class will help young sewers develop their skills while sparking a passion that will last a lifetime. Requirements: To enhance learning, our class will include engaging, hands-on projects that reinforce the concepts studied. No homework will be assigned outside of class time. Prerequisites:…

Intermediate Martial Arts

Instructor: Mike Johnson, 8th Degree Black Belt and Owner/Instructor of the Texas Black Belt Academy in Arlington, TX. Description: Active Self-Defense skills such as blocking, striking and defending against grabs will represent the core of this class.  This class will teach the tenets of Taekwondo; Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable Spirit.  The workouts will develop your child’s conditioning, strength and flexibility.  Progression in belt rank will be possible through participation in this class.  No free sparring will be allowed in this class.  I like to tell the parents we teach their children not just how to kick and punch…

Lego STEM

Instructor: Nina Wilhite Description: This course will introduce students to the eight science and engineering practices, including asking questions and solving problems, modeling and prototyping, investigating, analyzing and interpreting data, computational thinking, creating evidence based arguments, and obtaining, evaluating and communicating information. This class may be taken for one year only. Requirements: This will be a fun class for students who have a 1 hour attention span. Students will be required to work in groups, so communication and ability to work well with others is desired. We will work to develop your students’ competencies through hands-on projects covering key science…

The Great Escape

Instructor: Michelle Valenzuela Description: An exciting escape room adventure where students crack codes, solve puzzles, and follow clues to unlock success before time runs out. Combining critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication, students engage in meaningful problem-solving while learning from every attempt. It’s a fun, hands-on way to think outside the box and make connections! Requirements: None Prerequisites: None Grades: Class participation 100% See All Courses Level of Parental Involvement M,W,F workElementary: 2 hours independently per day, 3 hours working with a parent per day Texts: None Supplies: Sharpened Pencils Other Requirements: None Additional courses offered at MRA

Art Masters (5/6)

Instructor: Michelle Valenzuela Description: Each week, students will explore the life and art of a famous artist and create their own inspired pieces. Highlights include Ben Day dots with Lichtenstein, tiger drawings like Rousseau, vibrant flowers with O’Keefe, and abstract art with Kandinsky. Artists covered will include Arno, Cézanne, Da Vinci, Kirchner, Klee, Escher, Lichtenstein, Mondrian, Moses, O’Keefe, Seurat, Warhol, Calder, Goldsworthy, Kandinsky, and Rousseau. Requirements: Students should focus on creativity, self-expression, and enjoying the art process. Confidence and fun are encouraged, with the understanding that there are no mistakes in art. Prerequisites: None Grades: 100% class participation See All…