ROOSEVELT INTERNATIONAL
MIDDLE SCHOOL
ASE FALL 2025
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.
Timeline
Application Launch: August 25
Priority Application Deadline: September 2 (late applications may be accepted if space allows)
Auditions & Placement Sessions: September 10 (Music Programs & Roosevelt Theatre Company)
Class Placement Results Released: September 13
Classes Begin: Week of September 15
Classes End/Break for Winter: Week of December 15
Girls in Science runs September 24 – December 17
Friday classes end December 12
Courses By Area
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Roosevelt Theatre Company / Show Choir
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:30 | Auditorium
RTC is the umbrella program for Roosevelt’s live dramatic and vocal arts. This fall focuses on show choir-style numbers and preparation for Into the Woods. Students auditioning for Into the Woods (or interested in participating in RTC stage crew) must be in the Wednesday RTC / Show Choir. Students in Band or another music class may request approval to miss the first half of RTC, but all students must report to the auditorium or their other class by 1:30—no students may remain unsupervised on campus.
Note: Stage crew and technical roles (lighting, sound, sets, costumes) will be selected from among RTC / Show Choir participants (cast members and show choir members).
Mainstage Production – Into the Woods
Auditions FOR THE MAIN CAST will take place during the fall ASE session as part of RTC. The production will be staged in Spring 2026. 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.
Dance with Ms. Viviana
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | Dance Room 106
Explore different dance styles, from modern and hip hop to cultural forms. Build technique, coordination, and confidence with teaching artist Ms. Viviana. -
Rock Band* (2 Sessions: Either Tuesday or Thursday)
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room TBD
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 | Room TBD
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!
Advanced Rock Band*
Thursdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room TBD
For experienced musicians ready to take rock performance to the next level. Placement by audition/assessment.
Jazz Band*
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Auditorium
Perform jazz standards, learn improvisation, and develop ensemble skills. Audition required. In partnership with Young Lions Jazz Conservatory.
Guitar Club
Fridays | 3:15–4:30 | Band Room (Mr. Trillo)
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! -
Film Production – The Roosevelt Film Society
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | Auditorium
Lights, camera, action! Students learn how to make short films from start to finish: screenwriting, acting for the camera, directing, cinematography, editing, and behind-the-scenes production. Roles for actors, directors, and cinematographers. Guided by Ms. Smith and filmmaker Mr. Acosta, students collaborate, create, and showcase original films at the Annual Roosevelt International Film Festival (Spring 2026).
Arts & Crafts: Mini Mania
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:30 | Art Room
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
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.net
Garden (Dig Down Deep)
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | School Garden
Get your hands in the soil with Dig Down Deep! Students grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers while learning about ecology, nutrition, and sustainability.
Girls in Science
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:00 | Room TBD | Sept 24–Dec 17
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. -
Tennis
Wednesdays | 1:30–2:30 | Courts
Learn the fundamentals of tennis, improve your skills, and enjoy friendly matches. Run by Your Court Tennis.
Courses By Day
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Film Production – The Roosevelt Film Society
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | Auditorium
Lights, camera, action! Students learn how to make short films from start to finish: screenwriting, acting for the camera, directing, cinematography, editing, and behind-the-scenes production. Roles for actors, directors, and cinematographers. Guided by Ms. Smith and filmmaker Mr. Acosta, students collaborate, create, and showcase original films at the Annual Roosevelt International Film Festival (Spring 2026).Dance with Ms. Viviana
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | Dance Room 106
Explore different dance styles, from modern and hip hop to cultural forms. Build technique, coordination, and confidence with teaching artist Ms. Viviana.
Garden (Dig Down Deep)
Mondays | 3:15–4:45 | School Garden
Get your hands in the soil with Dig Down Deep! Students grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers while learning about ecology, nutrition, and sustainability.Roosevelt Robotics Team (Two-Day Program)
Mondays & Fridays | 3:25–5:00 | Room 809
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.net -
Rock Band - Tuesday Session
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room TBD
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!
Jazz Band
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:45 | Auditorium
Perform jazz standards, learn improvisation, and develop ensemble skills. Audition required. In partnership with Young Lions Jazz Conservatory.
Arts & Crafts: Mini Mania
Tuesdays | 3:15–4:30 | Art Room
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! -
Girls in Science
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:00 | Room TBD | Sept 24–Dec 17
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.Tennis
Wednesdays | 1:30–2:30 | Courts
Learn the fundamentals of tennis, improve your skills, and enjoy friendly matches. Run by Your Court Tennis.
Roosevelt Theatre Company / Show Choir
Wednesdays | 1:30–3:30 | Auditorium
RTC is the umbrella program for Roosevelt’s live dramatic and vocal arts. This fall focuses on show choir-style numbers and preparation for Into the Woods.Students auditioning for Into the Woods (or interested in participating in RTC stage crew) must be in the Wednesday RTC / Show Choir.
Students in Band or another music class may request approval to miss the first half of RTC, but all students must report to the auditorium or their other class by 1:30—no students may remain unsupervised on campus.
Note: Stage crew and technical roles (lighting, sound, sets, costumes) will be selected from among RTC / Show Choir participants (cast members and show choir members).
Mainstage Production – Into the Woods
Auditions will take place during RTC toward the end of the fall semester. Students cast in Into the Woods will follow a separate rehearsal schedule in addition to Wednesday RTC (Wednesday RTC/Show Choir will continue as normal). 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.
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Rock Band-Thursday Session
Thursdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room TBD
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!
Advanced Rock Band
Thursdays | 3:15–4:45 | Room TBD
For experienced musicians ready to take rock performance to the next level. Placement by audition/assessment. -
Guitar Club
Fridays | 3:15–4:30 | Band Room (Mr. Trillo)
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!
Roosevelt Robotics Team (Two-Day Program)
Mondays & Fridays | 3:25–5:00 | Room 809
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.net
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ummm…. the top of this page, dude.
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Registration opens August 25th and closes on September 2nd. 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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Programs begin the week of September 15, 2025.
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Most meet once a week for 1–1.5 hours, continuing through early December. Spring classes run January–May.
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Yes! Students may select multiple classes, but please make sure they can attend consistently.
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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.
Additional auditions for the Roosevelt Theatre Company Spring Production of Into The Woods (Main cast) will be held during the Fall RTC / Show Choir session.
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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
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!