Early and Expanded Learning is pleased to offer the

Performing Arts Program

which includes Mariachi & World Dance 2025-26,

an extracurricular musical instrument

and dance enrichment program.

The Performing Arts Program is an after-school enrichment program for students in 3rd through 12th grades that uses a holistic and culturally relevant approach to support our students and their families. Our whole child approach is meant to fully support students by creating pathways of opportunity to the many programs already offered in our school district and further bridge achievement and enrichment gaps.

The Performing Arts Program offers the following:

• Mariachi Instrumental Classes (Guitar, Vihuela, Guitarron, Trumpet, Violin)
• Mariachi Vocal Classes
• Baile Folklorico, Bollywood, and Hip-Hop Dance Options
• Academic Support
• Enrichment
• Family Dinner

Mariachi / Instrumental Music

The mariachi classes taught by professional mariachi musicians focus on the traditional mariachi instruments and explore the different regional music from Mexico that are commonly played by Mariachis. Students learn from experienced and professional Mariachi musicians who not only instruct the students; but also share their talent, enthusiasm, and dedication to the preservation and enjoyment of traditional cultural music. This culturally relevant Mariachi music education serves as the vehicle to teach our students about teamwork, leadership, discipline, goal setting and self-esteem.

Mariachi / Voice

Students learn from experienced and professional Mariachi vocalists. The goal of the vocal session is to provide students a fundamental skill of vocalizing and interpreting the mariachi music genre in a solo and choral performance. Students also learn to read music as well as sight reading, and develop the music skills to view both melody and lyrics.

Ballet Folklorico

Baile folklórico, literally "folkloric dance" in Spanish, also known as ballet folklórico, is a collective term for traditional Mexican dances that emphasize local folk culture with ballet characteristics - pointed toes, exaggerated movements, highly choreographed.

Bollywood

A high-energy dance form that blends classical Indian dance, folk traditions, and modern styles. This dynamic style introduces students to Indian cinema’s musical expressions, rhythm, and emotion.

Hip-Hop

A dynamic, expressive, and culturally rich dance form that originated in the urban communities of New York City in the late 1960's and early 1970's. It is characterized by its free-form nature, rhythmic movements, and close alignment with hip-hop music.

Dinner Program

A hot meal is served to over 80 students and their families on a weekly basis.