Spring 2015
Gator Clubs are after‐school enrichment programs Sponsored by the Gallardo PTA to enhance the school
curriculum. Gator Clubs have been organized to provide additional learning experiences for the students at
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School. The clubs we offer are dependent upon teacher and parent willingness
to organize and teach a club.
In Person Registration: Wednesday, January 21 at 8 am in the Multi and 2 pm in front of the Multi.
First come, first served. We will do our best to keep this process quick and simple by marking date/time we
receive your registration. After January 21, please bring your completed forms to the PTA office. Do not
turn these in to teachers. Deadline is January 26 or until the club is full.
Please make checks payable to the Gallardo PTA. If paying with cash, please bring EXACT change. You may pay
by credit card at the IN PERSON registration or make arrangements to do so. Scholarships are available. For
information regarding scholarships, please contact Mrs. Graham. It’s okay to turn in your paperwork first.
Please note the dates, times and grade levels for each club. In some cases, if a club does not fill up we may
open it up to other grades.
We will post updates on the website for clubs enrollments and information throughout the week and ongoing.
FCUSD.org/GallardoPTA clubs or http://www.fcusd.org/domain/1711
We can usually tell you if you are confirmed in the club upon registration so plan for your child to attend
unless you are told the club is full. Please provide e‐mail contact information written clearly to help the
confirmation/communication process. If you have any questions or concerns about getting to the in‐person
registration, please contact the clubs coordinator at the e‐mail below.
Gallardo Clubs Coordinator:
Karen Reid
916‐990‐1970 (cell)
Primary Reading Club
Is it hard for your child to take AR quizzes during the school day? Each week students will have the opportunity to read and take as many quizzes possible during our hour long club. Second graders will be working on their AR test taking skills, while Kindergartners and first graders will be working with Lexia, their reading support program. Hope to see you there!!!
Teacher: Ms. Jones Days: Mondays and Tuesdays
Grades: K,1,2 Dates: 2/2, 10,17,23,24 *No club 2/3 3/2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24
4/7,13,14,20,21,27,28
Size: 30 students Time: 2:45 - 3:45 PM
Location: Room 24 Enrollment Fee: $30
Intermediate Accelerated Reader Club
Do you need to get some extra reading done? Do you need to take an AR test, but can’t find the time? This club allows you to get caught up on your reading if you’re behind or just for fun. So come on down to the A.R.
Club and get started on a good book!
Teacher: Mrs. Sansenbach Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Grades: 3-5 Dates: 2/2,4,11,18,23,25
3/2,4,9,11,16,18,23,25 4/8,13,15,20,22,27,29
Size: 32 students Time: 2:45 - 3:45 PM
Location: Room 18 Enrollment Fee: $30
Lexia Club
Here's your chance to strengthen your reading skills! We will use the Lexia Core 5 program on
chromebooks. Prizes will be given as new levels are reached. This is a great opportunity to get your
Lexia Core 5 assignments completed!
Teachers: Mrs. Norris Days: Tuesdays
Grades: 3,4,5 Dates: 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28
Size: 32 students Time: 2:45 - 3:30 PM
Location: Room 17 Enrollment Fee: $25
Hindi Culture Club
Join our Hindi Club as we learn about Hindi/Indian Culture. Have fun through communication, reading and writing the Hindi alphabet. You will also learn poems and dances in Hindi. All supplies provided and included in the fee. Parent volunteers welcomed.
Teachers: Mrs. Bhatla Days: Thursdays
Gators will work with high school students to learn or review math. Monthly students will have the opportunity to take a Mathematical Olympiad test, an international competition and there will be opportunities to compete in mathematical competitions.
Teachers: Kenny Tsai Days: Fridays
Grades: 3-5 Dates: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/27, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1
*No club 3/20 Size: 30 students Time: 2:45 - 3:45 PM
Location: Room 17 Enrollment Fee: $25
Knitting Club
Students will learn all the skills needed to complete basic projects (hats, scarves, fingerless gloves, etc.).. This includes but is not limited to: casting on, knit, purl, bind off, and seaming. They will also learn how to make their own knitting needles. For those who are ready, intermediate projects may be introduced. Cost of supplies included.
Teacher: Angela Myers Days: Wednesdays
Grades: 3-5 Dates: 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29
Size: 10 students Time: 2:45 - 3:45 PM
Location: Room 24 Enrollment Fee: $40
Gator Track and Field Club
Come on out and learn some techniques for the different track and field events. The district Track and Field Meet is in early May so let’s get prepared! You don’t have to participate in the track meet, and you can do the track meet even if you don’t do the club. But, we hope to see you out there training and learning the events with us! Track Meet t-shirts for Gallardo participants will be available for purchase in April.
Teacher: Mrs. Wright Days: Wednesday
Grades: 4-5 Dates: 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6
District Track Meet date TBA Size: 32 students Time: 2:45 - 3:30 PM
Location: Gallardo Field Enrollment Fee: $20
UkuGators Ukulele Club
Join the UkuGators and learn to play the ukulele and jam with players. Our focus will be on basic chords and
strumming some great songs, plus techniques to improve playing for more experienced players. Most of all
we plan to have fun. You will need a ukulele to join the class. There are a limited number of ukuleles
available to borrow. Adult players are welcome to bring their own ukulele and learn with us. We recommend
the Kala Dolphin or the Kala MaKala as good beginning ukuleles which are available at Nicholson’s Music in
Folsom or the Strum Shop in Roseville for about $45. A case or bag, and a tuner are also recommended.
Please indicate your level of playing (beginning or intermediate) on the registration form.
Teacher: Mrs. Ferrario and Ms. Cramer Days: Tuesdays Grades: 1-5
Experienced Kindergarteners may also participate
Dates: 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28
Size: 24 students Time: 2:45 -3:45 PM
Location: Room 9 Enrollment Fee: $30
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If Registering for Ukugators, please complete this form, detach and return with club registration form and payment.
Student level: Never Beginner Intermediate
I have a Ukulele: Yes No Request Loan
Students must have a ukulele to participate in this club. There are a limited number available for loan. They will be loaned on a first come, first served basis. If you request a loan and we have an instrument for you, an instrument borrowing agreement must be completed before your club application is approved.
