Electives


Small-group classes that families can add on their own or alongside the micro-academy. Schedules and pricing are coming soon; join the waitlist to hear first.

Low tide at Leadbetter Beach with rocks and kelp
Tide Pool & Ocean Science

Tide Pool & Ocean Science

Ages: Details coming soon
When: Details coming soon

Read the tide tables, then go see what the low tide uncovers. Students learn to identify local intertidal animals and seaweeds, practice careful “look, don’t take” habits, and keep a field notebook through the seasons.

Santa Barbara Harbor and breakwater from above
Harbor Ecology

Harbor Ecology

Ages: Details coming soon
When: Details coming soon

Boats, buoys, birds, and sand: the harbor is a living lab. Kids investigate how the breakwater shapes currents and sand, who lives on the docks, and how a working fishing harbor runs.

Palm-lined beachfront path in Santa Barbara
Natural Movement & Barefoot Running

Natural Movement & Barefoot Running

Ages: Details coming soon
When: Details coming soon

Inspired by our founder’s lifelong practice: soft-sand running, balance and agility games, light-footed form, and play that builds strong feet and confident bodies. Always age-appropriate and progressive.

Palm trees and wide sidewalk along West Beach
Spanish

Spanish

Ages: Details coming soon
When: Details coming soon

Conversational Spanish learned through games, songs, stories, and real outings around town, at every level from first words to confident conversation.

Brown pelican on Stearns Wharf
Art & Nature Journaling

Art & Nature Journaling

Ages: Details coming soon
When: Details coming soon

Sketching pelicans on the wharf, watercolor seascapes, found-object sculpture from beach treasures (leaving living things in place), and mural walks through the Funk Zone.

Beach with Stearns Wharf in the distance
Tutoring & Academic Support

Tutoring & Academic Support

Ages: Details coming soon
When: By appointment

One-on-one or small-group help in reading, writing, and math, matched to each family’s homeschool plan. Ask us about availability.

Interested in an elective?

Tell us which classes your child would enjoy and we’ll prioritize scheduling around demand.

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