Personal Enrichment

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In our modern technical world, Art and Humanities play a meaningful role in society by exploring the human experience.

Our programs engage parents and children with fun and educational activities to develop their potential and improve their quality of life.

Students are encouraged to expand their worldview and develop their creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking skills. Classes prepare students to become well-rounded lifelong learners and productive citizens.

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About the Personal Enrichment Program

The Personal Enrichment Program of the School of Continuing Education and Professional Development fosters the imagination, creativity, and talent of each participant. It offers its students a diverse curriculum taught in English and/or Spanish in areas such as Music, Theater, Visual Arts, Dance, and Health & Fitness.

Areas of Interest

Dance

Our authentic Middle Eastern Dance classes are offered conveniently throughout the year. Our engaging instructors provide fun yet challenging classes and push you to the next level with well-designed, captivating performances! Choose from a wide variety of classes, such as Ballroom Dancing, Belly Dance, Bollywood Indian-Style Dance, Latin Dancing or Brazilian Samba.

The Arts

Welcome to our Arts program! Whether you are a budding artist, or ready to move forward in your journey, we have the right class for you. Join one of our popular classes in drawing, pastels, and acrylics. We also offer several types of photography classes so you can learn how to professionally capture the most important moments in your life.

Music Program

Our music classes shape exceptional musicians. Whether your talent is your voice, string instrument or brass, we have the perfect class for you. Learn how to play a new instrument or improve your skills with the skilled guidance of one of our professional instructors. We offer group classes, private classes, and a well-recognized civic chorale.

Gourmet Academy

Learn how to cook delicious and healthy meals. We offer cooking classes for kids and adults. Kids will learn how to cook tasty and healthful food in a fun environment.

Healthy Living & Lifestyle

Take positive action today! Learn about the newest approaches to healthy living, wellness, fitness, and happiness. During difficult times like these, knowing how to manage stress and maintaining balance in life is especially important.

Test Preparation

The Test Prep program offers preparation classes for SAT, GED in Spanish, GRE, PERT, TOEFL, and FTCE. Our professional instructors review each section of the exam with you and provide effective test-taking strategies to help improve your scores.

Featured Courses

The Fine Art of Belly Dance

This belly dance course will focus on traditional steps and choreographed dance patterns. There will be an introduction to playing finger cymbals, with an emphasis on “port –de-corps” (Carriage of the body). Students will learn ethnic traditions and regional colloquialisms without sacrificing classical form and traditional techniques.