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After-School Programs

🌟 STAR EDUCATION

STAR Education is a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to offering extended educational, recreational, and enrichment programs. STAR supports and enhances school curriculum while expanding the cultural base of young people through innovative, high-quality programs led by exceptional instructors.

Since 1991, STAR has partnered with Fairburn Avenue Elementary to provide camps and after-school programs. During the school year, STAR offers two main programs: STAR Galaxy and STAR Nova.

 

⭐ STAR Galaxy
Schedule: Dismissal – 6:00 p.m. (daily)
STAR Galaxy offers daily, comprehensive programming designed by the Fairburn STAR staff. Students receive:

  • Academic assistance

  • Enrichment classes

  • Fitness and recreation

  • Engaging activities

Galaxy features a wide variety of disciplines, such as STEAM, art, dance, theater, sports, culinary arts, martial arts, and team building. From social development to academic achievement, STAR Galaxy provides fun-filled afternoons and lasting childhood memories.

 

💫 STAR Nova
Schedule: Once per week, 6–8 weeks per session (4 sessions per year)
STAR Nova offers specialized enrichment classes tailored to each student’s interests. Classes include:

  • Musical theater

  • Gymnastics

  • Media arts

  • Hip-hop dance

  • Soccer

  • Culinary arts
    …and more!

Nova provides an individualized experience where students can explore passions and develop new skills.

For more information and registration: Visit STARinc.org or contact Fairburn's STAR Director, Arnold Verzosa, at [email protected].

🎒 BEYOND THE BELL (FREE) – Grades 2 to 5

Beyond the Bell, a division of LAUSD, provides free after-school care for students in grades 2–5.

Parents must complete a separate registration to enroll. Students not registered will not be allowed to stay and play after school dismissal.

This is a permissive program with limited staff, so participants must follow all program rules and the directions of the coach/playground director.

For details, please contact Katya Buoni at Fairburn.


Beyond the Bell Application

💻 EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM (ELOP)

The Extended Learning Opportunity Program (ELOP) is a Beyond the Bell initiative from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), delivered on our campus by STAR Education. This program provides a safe, structured, and enriching after-school experience for TK–5th grade students.

Program Highlights

  • 5 days a week after school until 6:00 p.m.

  • Free for all Fairburn students TK–5

  • Homework support built into the daily schedule

  • Enrichment activities that foster creativity, teamwork, and growth

  • Facilitated by trained STAR Education staff

Enrollment Details

  • Priority enrollment will be given based on program capacity

  • Applications take 3 business days to process

  • Families are encouraged to apply early to secure a spot

 

ELOP Application

 

For more information or to enroll, please reach out to:
Claire Rodriguez
Email: [email protected]