Desmarie

Creative Writing & DJ Instructor

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Bookings

Culinary Adventure Zone

Tuesdays

2:30pm - 3:30pm

8 classes

9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4

Grades K-2

20 students

KIPP Bayview Elementary

Culinary Adventure Zone

Tuesdays

3:30pm - 4:30pm

8 classes

9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4

Grades 3-5

20 students

KIPP Bayview Elementary

Culinary Adventure Zone

Wednesdays

3:00pm - 4:00pm

8 classes

9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5

Grades 5-8

20 students

KIPP Bayview Academy

Culinary Adventure Zone

Thursdays

3:00pm - 4:00pm

8 classes

9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6

Grades 5-8

20 students

KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy

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Experiences

Embark on a culinary adventure stuffed with cooking and creativity! Explore the wonders of the kitchen, hone skills like measuring and mixing, and discover delicious cultural dishes from around the globe. Craft culinary masterpieces and develop a deeper understanding of ingredients.
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Young minds explore organizing, activism, and social justice, igniting a passion for change. Through engaging projects and collaborative activities, they hone leadership skills, think critically, work as a team, and gain a deeper understanding of community leadership.
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Ignite young imaginations with an adventure into the realms of creative writing, poetry, and storytelling. Children will craft tales, explore rhyme, and create handmade books and zines, enhancing language skills and embracing their artistic side in a joyful experience.
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Step into the great outdoors and unlock the secrets of storytelling. This enchanting experience combines creative writing with outdoor exploration. Wander through forests and fields, capturing nature's beauty in journals and transforming observations into vivid tales.
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Explore the electrifying world of music, diving into beatmaking and deejaying. Experience the joy of turning sounds into rhythmic masterpieces. Compose tracks, experiment with beats and melodies, and nurture a flair for musical expression and creativity.
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In this exciting multi-week adventure, kids unleash their musical talents using GarageBand. They'll explore music production, beat making, and sequencing to create rhythmic masterpieces. Collaboration enhances their teamwork skills and boosts confidence as they enjoy making music.
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Explore music production in this fun multi-week series created for teens. Dive into Digital Audio Workspaces and experiment with ProTools and studio gear. Sessions cover mixing beats and crafting sounds in a collaborative atmosphere that sparks creativity.
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About Desmarie

Desmarie is an inspiring educator and poet with over six years of experience supporting young minds in classrooms, camps, and community spaces. He has taught an array of subjects including creative writing, deejaying, and the Montessori curriculum, always centering on joy, curiosity, and the unique brilliance of each child. Desmarie brings warmth, humor, and creativity to every lesson, making learning both fun and magical. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment, he strives to help children feel seen, celebrated, and confident to express themselves fully.

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