Aya

Creative Arts and Early Childhood Teacher

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After the school bell rings, the adventure continues with an inviting afterschool experience. It offers a supportive environment for imagination to soar. Children can unwind, explore new activities, or enjoy hobbies with art, crafts, reading, and camaraderie.
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Discover the wonders of nature on a hands-on gardening adventure. Dig into the soil and explore the magic of planting seeds and nurturing them into blooming plants. Experience the joy of connecting with nature and fostering a sense of wonder and accomplishment.
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Unleash creativity in this enchanting art experience where young imaginations shine. Each session is a journey into the world of drawing and painting. Dive into vibrant colors and fantastical themes, discovering new ways to express and boost motor skills.
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This culinary adventure invites participants to dive into the delicious world of cooking. With teamwork and fun, children explore sweet and savory recipes, developing kitchen skills like measuring, mixing, and knife safety, while enjoying preparing healthy meals together.
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Embark on a stitching adventure filled with creativity! Explore the colorful world of hand sewing and machine skills. Transform fabric into imaginative creations and enhance problem-solving abilities. Discover joy in crafting unique pieces and expressing through textiles!
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About Aya

Aya, an enthusiastic and creative educator, brings a profound passion for art, she engages children in diverse projects that nurture creativity and individuality. Aya enjoys a wide range of activities, from sewing and crochet to cooking, baking, and painting. Her love for the creative process inspires her teaching, and she thrives on guiding young minds on their artistic journeys. Known for her patience, creativity, and organizational skills, Aya effortlessly creates a nurturing environment where magic happens and learning flourishes.

Class reflections

Cooking With Friends

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December 18, 2025

A.P. Giannini Middle School

Class went well. It was unfortunate that my laptop wouldn’t charge but otherwise a great class!

Class went well today. My laptop would not charge in class so we had to go on without slides which wasn’t too much of a problem! The kids chopped and shredded today. They mace nachos and a strawberry milk agua Fresca. They all enjoyed it but wished they could have cooked up some beans and meat

Let It Grow: Garden Adventures

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December 12, 2025

Cathedral School for Boys

Class went well. It just took me another 20 minutes to find parking and i ended up having to park in the garage again which cost me $20

Today in class I passed out their notebooks and they updated their progress on the plants they planted last week. Then we talked about different types of soil and did a what can you compost guessing game. Then we looked at our soil and identified different things inside like perlite and wood chips.

Cooking With Friends

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December 11, 2025

A.P. Giannini Middle School

Class went well. The projector in the room didn’t work and the lights went out but we were still able to complete the recipes

Today in class we talked about herbs and spring rolls from different countries The kids made a Vietnamese spring roll with sauce and a basil lemonade. The schools power went out so all the kids got sent home a little early.

Let It Grow: Garden Adventures

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December 5, 2025

Cathedral School for Boys

The class went well. The kids were very energetic and antsy but we were able to get through the class and all our tasks and they were very interested in their journals. I just don’t know if this class is a good fit for me. The area was really hard to get to for me and I had to pay $20 for parking and it was very hard to find street parking before that. It was also very hard for me to carry up all my supplies up the hill.

Today in class we introduced ourselves we talked a little about gardening and any ideas they had for the class we went over expectations and planted two kinds of plants.

Magical Creations Art Adventure

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November 15, 2025

San Francisco Day School

Class went well. Kids wanted to keep going with art over time to finish up but that was fine!

Today in class the kids had an option of doing multiple kinds of fairytale art. They decided on egg carton bunnies

Cooking With Friends

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November 14, 2025

Sunset Elementary

Class went well. Kids were very happy with the recipe and grateful for the cooking class

Today in class the kids made fancy sauce with fries and milkshakes which they asked for at the beginning of class and had as their treat for last class.

Cooking With Friends

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November 14, 2025

Sunset Elementary

Class went well. Kids were very grateful for all the classes and had a fun last class

Class went well today! Kids made fancy sauce for fries and milkshakes which they requested at the beginning of classes.

Let It Grow: Garden Adventures

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November 13, 2025

Sunset Elementary

Class went very well. Kids are always excited when they have something to make and taste b

Today in class we went over our final plant progress and watched a time lapse of marigolds and basil growing because those are the two plants we grew in this class. They got to take home their journals and marigolds and we made basil lemonade.

Let It Grow: Garden Adventures

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November 13, 2025

Sunset Elementary

Class went well. Kids were very happy with their progress and taking their things home and drinking delicious lemonade that they made.

Today in class the kids got to do their final updates of their plants and got to share from their journals. They took home their marigolds and their journals today. We watched two time lapse of basil and of marigolds and made basil lemonade with the basil we grew over the period of the class

Magical Creations Art Adventure

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November 8, 2025

San Francisco Day School

Class went well. I was a little short on popsicle sticks for the craft but it ended up working out anyway. They girls are always a pleasure to be around.

We continued a project from two weeks ago that we never finished which is the eye of god craft. We talked about its meaning and the girls were finally able to finish their project.

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