ROOSEVELT INTERNATIONAL
MIDDLE SCHOOL
ASE WINTER/SPRING 2026
About After School Enrichment (ASE) at Roosevelt
Roosevelt’s ASE program offers students a wide range of opportunities to explore the arts, STEM, athletics, and leadership beyond the school day. From rock band and theatre to robotics, gardening, and tennis, ASE classes are designed to spark curiosity, build skills, and connect students with mentors and peers. Programs are free for Roosevelt families thanks to RooFriends and community partners, and most run once a week after school each semester.
Our fall program was very popular and many classes received more applicants than spaces available. As this program is funded by RooFriends, in order to ensure as many students can participate as possible, many classes will prioritize new applicants for Winter/Spring 2026. Fall enrollment in an individual class does not guarantee a space in the Winter/Spring class. ALL students, continuing and new, must submit an application form. Returning students who wish to continue in their favorite class should list that class as their first choice, and every effort will be made to accommodate both new students and returning first choice students. See class descriptions for individual class details and dates. We hope to offer every student at least one enrichment class.
Registration for Winter/Spring will be fast - registration is open on January 7th and will close on the evening of Monday, January 12th. Class assignments will be made quickly. One roster will be published by student ID, so please ensure your student’s ID number is entered correctly.
In order to grow this program and increase capacity for more students, RooFriends needs more money!! Most ASE classes cost between $100-$200 per student. Donations of any size are welcome and will help us serve more students next year.
Courses By Area
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Roosevelt Theatre Company / Mainstage Production – Into the Woods
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:30 | Auditorium | Jan 14 - May 9
Auditions FOR THE MAIN CAST were completed during the fall ASE session as part of RTC. The production will be staged on May 8th and 9th. Students cast in Into the Woods will follow a separate rehearsal schedule in addition to Wednesday RTC. Closer to performance, rehearsals may run longer and more frequently, including some Fridays and possible weekend dates. A detailed schedule will be provided after auditions and casting.
Note: Stage crew and technical roles (lighting, sound, sets, costumes) will be selected from among fall RTC / Show Choir participants (cast members and show choir members).Continuing students will have priority enrollment. The winter/spring session will focus on the production of Into the Woods.
Dance with Ms. Viviana
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | Dance Room 106 | Jan 26 - May 4
Explore different dance styles, from modern and hip hop to cultural forms. Build technique, coordination, and confidence with teaching artist Ms. Viviana.New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
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Rock Band* (2 Sessions: Either Tuesday or Thursday)
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room 706 | Jan 20 - Apr 21
Students play guitar, bass, drums, keys, and sing in real bands. Placement is based on a short audition/assessment—not to exclude anyone, but to place students in the right group. Beginners welcome to audition!Thursdays | 3:15–4:45 | Auditorium/Room 706 | Jan 15 - Apr 23
Same as Tuesday, but on Thursday. Students play guitar, bass, drums, keys, and sing in real bands. Placement is based on a short audition/assessment—not to exclude anyone, but to place students in the right group. Beginners welcome to audition!
Continuing students will have priority enrollment. New students are welcome to audition and should come to auditions on Jan 15 for a short placement assessment and to meet the faculty. Returning rock band students should also plan to attend Jan 15 auditions.
Jazz Band*
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Auditorium | Jan 7- May 19
Perform jazz standards, learn improvisation, and develop ensemble skills. Audition required. In partnership with Young Lions Jazz Conservatory.Continuing students will have priority enrollment as this is a year long program.
Guitar Club
Fridays | 3:15–4:30 | Band Room (Mr. Trillo) | Jan 9 - May 22
For students who want to focus on guitar, practice skills, and collaborate in a relaxed setting. Beginners and all skill-level players are encouraged to join!New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
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Film Production – The Roosevelt Film Society
Not offered Winter/Spring 2026
Arts & Crafts: Mini Mania
Tuesdays | 3:15 - 4:30 | Art Room | Jan 27 - Mar 17
A crafting club for students who love all things mini! Complete fun one-day mini projects or take on longer challenges across the semester. No experience necessary—just excitement to create! -
Roosevelt Robotics Team (Two-Day Program)
Mondays / Fridays | 3:25–5:00 | Room 809 | Jan 12 - Mar 16
Design, build, and program robots! Students work in teams, solve challenges, and compete in VEX competitions against other schools in California. Robotics is a two-day program (Mondays + Fridays).
For more information, contact JCervantes7@sandi.net
Continuing students will have priority enrollment, as this is a year-long program. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
Garden (Dig Down Deep)
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | School Garden | Jan 26-May 25
Get your hands in the soil with Dig Down Deep! Students grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers while learning about ecology, nutrition, and sustainability.New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
Girls in Science
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:00 | Room TBD | Sept 24–Dec 17 | Jan 28- May 20
In partnership with the San Diego Zoo, this program offers hands-on projects, experiments, and mentorship to encourage girls to explore and lead in STEM fields.New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
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Tennis
Various | Courts
Learn the fundamentals of tennis, improve your skills, and enjoy friendly matches. Tuesday classes are run by Coach Jesse. Wednesday Classes are run by Youth Tennis San Diego (YTSD) program from the Barnes Tennis Center.New students will have priority enrollment.
Tuesday Winter Tennis | 3:30 - 4:30 | Jan 20 - Mar 10
Wednesday Winter Tennis | 1:20-2:20 | Jan 21 - Mar 11
Wednesday Winter PrimeTime Tennis | 2:20 - 3:20 | Jan 21 - Mar 11 (Open to students enrolled in PrimeTime only)
Tennis may be offered again in the spring (Mar - May) and registration will be offered at a later date.
Courses By Day
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Film Production – The Roosevelt Film Society
Not offered Winter/Spring 2026
Dance with Ms. Viviana
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | Dance Room 106 | Jan 26 - May 4
Explore different dance styles, from modern and hip hop to cultural forms. Build technique, coordination, and confidence with teaching artist Ms. Viviana.New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
Garden (Dig Down Deep)
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | School Garden |Jan 26 - May 25
Get your hands in the soil with Dig Down Deep! Students grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers while learning about ecology, nutrition, and sustainability.New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
Roosevelt Robotics Team (Two-Day Program)
Mondays & Fridays | 3:25–5:00 | Room 809 | Jan 12 - Mar 16
Design, build, and program robots! Students work in teams, solve challenges, and compete in VEX competitions against other schools in California. Robotics is a two-day program (Mondays + Fridays).
For more information, contact JCervantes7@sandi.netContinuing students will have priority enrollment, as this is a year-long program. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
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Rock Band- Tuesday Session
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room 706 | Jan 13 - Apr 21
Students play guitar, bass, drums, keys, and sing in real bands. Placement is based on a short audition/assessment—not to exclude anyone, but to place students in the right group. Beginners welcome to audition!Continuing students will have priority enrollment. New students are welcome to audition and should come to new student auditions on Jan 13 for a short placement assessment and to meet the faculty.
Jazz Band
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Auditorium | Jan 7 - May 19
Perform jazz standards, learn improvisation, and develop ensemble skills. Audition required. In partnership with Young Lions Jazz Conservatory.Continuing students will have priority enrollment as this is a year long program.
Tennis
Tuesdays | Courts
Learn the fundamentals of tennis, improve your skills, and enjoy friendly matches. Tuesday classes are run by Coach Jesse.Tuesday Winter Tennis | 3:30 - 4:30 | Courts | Jan 20 - Mar 10
Tuesday Spring Tennis | 3:30 - 4:30 Courts | Mar 17 - May 12
Arts & Crafts: Mini Mania
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:30 | Art Room | Jan 27 - Mar 17
A crafting club for students who love all things mini! Complete fun one-day mini projects or take on longer challenges across the semester. No experience necessary—just excitement to create!New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
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Girls in Science
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:00 | Room TBD | Jan 28- May 20
In partnership with the San Diego Zoo, this program offers hands-on projects, experiments, and mentorship to encourage girls to explore and lead in STEM fields.New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
Tennis
Wednesdays | Courts
Learn the fundamentals of tennis, improve your skills, and enjoy friendly matches. Wednesday Classes are run by Youth Tennis San Diego (YTSD) program from the Barnes Tennis Center.Wednesday Winter Tennis | 1:20-2:20 | Jan 21 - Mar 11
Wednesday Winter PrimeTime Tennis | 2:20 - 3:20 | Jan 21 - Mar 11 (open to students enrolled in PrimeTime only.
Wednesday tennis at 1:20 and 2:20 (PrimeTime) may be offered again in the spring and registration will be offered at a later date.
Roosevelt Theatre Company / Mainstage Production – Into the Woods
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:30 | Auditorium | Jan 14 - May 9
Auditions FOR THE MAIN CAST were completed during the fall ASE session as part of RTC. The production will be staged on May 8th and 9th. Students cast in Into the Woods will follow a separate rehearsal schedule in addition to Wednesday RTC. Closer to performance, rehearsals may run longer and more frequently, including some Fridays and possible weekend dates. A detailed schedule will be provided after auditions and casting.
Note: Stage crew and technical roles (lighting, sound, sets, costumes) will be selected from among fall RTC / Show Choir participants (cast members and show choir members).Continuing students will have priority enrollment. The winter/spring session will focus on the production of Into the Woods.
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Rock Band-Thursday Session
Thursdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room TBD | Jan 15 - Apr 23
Students play guitar, bass, drums, keys, and sing in real bands. Placement is based on a short audition/assessment—not to exclude anyone, but to place students in the right group. Beginners welcome to audition!Continuing students will have priority enrollment. New students are welcome to audition and should come to new student auditions on Jan 15 for a short placement assessment and to meet the faculty. Returning rock band students should also plan to attend auditions on Jan 15th.
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Guitar Club
Fridays | 3:15–4:30 | Band Room (Mr. Trillo) | Jan 9 - May 22
For students who want to focus on guitar, practice skills, and collaborate in a relaxed setting. Beginners and all skill-level players are encouraged to join!New students will have priority enrollment. Students enrolled in the fall who wish to continue should select this class as their first choice.
Roosevelt Robotics Team (Two-Day Program)
Mondays & Fridays | 3:25–5:00 | Room 809 | Jan 12 - Mar 16
Design, build, and program robots! Students work in teams, solve challenges, and compete in VEX competitions against other schools in California. Robotics is a two-day program (Mondays + Fridays). Students enrolled in performing arts at Roosevelt on Mondays may choose Friday-only.
For more information, contact JCervantes7@sandi.netContinuing students will have priority enrollment, as this is a year-long program.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ummm…. the top of this page, dude.
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Registration opens Jan 7th and closes on Jan 10th. You can use any of the “Register Here” buttons on this page or click here to register.
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Thanks to RooFriends and community partners, ASE classes are free.
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Please see individual class descriptions for start and stop dates.
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Most meet once a week for 1–1.5 hours. Please see individual class descriptions for start and stop dates.
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Yes! Students may select multiple classes, but due to high demand, may not be able to join all of their choices. We hope to offer at least one class to each applicant.
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Some programs (Rock Band, Young Lions Jazz, Roosevelt Theatre Company / Show Choir) require a placement audition. Auditions are to find the best fit for each student—not to exclude beginners.
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Enrichment, not childcare: ASE is designed for students who want to participate in classes and clubs. It is not a drop-in childcare program.
Attendance commitment: Parents/students must agree:
ASE is not supervised childcare
Student is genuinely interested and will participate
Regular attendance is expected; notify the ASE Coordinator if absent
ASE is device-free (no phones/chromebooks, unless otherwise directed by a teacher)
Trial period: If after two weeks a student shows no interest, they may be withdrawn so another student can join.
Teacher/Coordinator support: Staff will redirect disengaged students and help find a better fit when possible.
Parent note: Please discuss choices with your student. ASE is for enrichment, not childcare or casual socializing. If your student just needs after-school supervision, consider the Primetime Program (no cost): https://www.sdusdelo.com/primetime.
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Attendance is taken daily. Parents may be contacted if a student is absent without notice. If students do not attend classes they will be disenrolled to make room for waitlisted students. Please be mindful of absences as the community fundraises to make these classes available at no cost and we want to be good stewards of these funds.
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We do our best to place every student. If a class reaches capacity, your student will be added to a waitlist or placed in one of their other choices.
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We do our best to offer a range of programs based on students interests and the goals of the school as a Media Arts and IB Magnet. If you have a specific program that you can help organize we are always interested in expanding the program!
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No. For safety, all students must be in a supervised program or class after school.
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Students check in directly with their ASE class instructor or the ASE On-Site Coordinator. Room assignments will be emailed and posted after class assignments are made.
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Classes are taught by Roosevelt teachers, community partners, or teaching artists. The ASE On-Site Coordinator is on campus daily to support students and instructors.
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Yes! Many classes share their work through school concerts and festivals, plays, showcases, community events or the Roosevelt International Film Festival.
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Stage crew spots are limited and not guaranteed. Students should plan to join Roosevelt Theatre Company / Show Choir to ensure participation in the spring production. A limited number of tech/ crew assignments may open closer to the performance – costumes, prop-making, etc. Stay tuned!
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The ASE program is made possible through parent volunteers, fundraising activists, and community donations.
Please visit roofriends.org to learn more and get involved!
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Check roofriends.org for updates, schedules, and announcements. Please monitor the email address you have provided. Please follow Instagram account (@Roosevelt_InternationalMS)
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Reach out to our team at ase@roofriends.org!