Standard School District X Factor

X-Factor is a no cost after school program provided by Standard School District through an After School Education and Safety Grant.  This program is offered at Highland, Wingland, Standard Elementary, and Standard Middle School for 1st through 8th graders.

The X-Factor after school program is looking for kids just like yours!  We are seeking all: scientists, artists, sword fighters (yes, I said sword fighters)  awesome readers, dancers and more!  Have you ever wanted to work with robots? If so, X-Factor is your place to be afterschool!  We offer fencing, dance & drama, S.T.E.M., robots, computer coding, athletics, homework help & tutoring, community service learning projects, a healthy snack and so much more! 

Sign up is first come first serve and you don’t want to miss this opportunity because spaces are limited and it’s at no cost to you! 

TO REGISTER FOR THE 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL’S SITE SUPERVISOR LISTED BELOW:

School

Site Supervisor

Highland Elementary

Tracy Kisselburg: 343-4308

tkisselb@standardschools.net 

Standard Elementary

Justin Devlin: 345-6823

jdevlin@standardschools.net 

Wingland Elementary

Teresa Wyatt:  378-4972

twyatt@standardschools.net 

Standard Middle

Kacey Lemus: 345-7950

klemus@standardschools.net 

Coordinator, Grant & Special Programs

David Stricker: 392-2110 or 364-8448

dstricker@standardschools.net 

IMPORTANT X-FACTOR DATES & NEWS:                                                                                                     

X-Factor Twitter Account: @standardXfactor 

Another way to keep informed about X-Factor is to follow us on Twitter @standardXfactor  Updates will be posted for each site. Check to see what special events are coming up, what activities the students have been experiencing, and any emergency information.

What is X-Factor?

X-Factor is a FREE 3-hour expanded learning program for 1st through 8th graders that provides:

  • Daily Snack

  • Homework Help

  • Physical Fitness & Recreation (Golf, Speed Cup Stacking Competition, Sports)

  • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)

  • Arts (Dance, Drama, Arts & Crafts)

  • Clubs (Rockets, Robots, Rubik's Cube, Sewing & Fencing, just to name a few)    

Some of the activities that will be offered this year include science clubs, talent shows, arts and crafts, sports and active recreation, technology opportunities and much more. We will continue to partner with North of the River Recreation & Park District, Kern Athletic Fencing Foundation, Girl Scouts, UC Cooperative Extension (Nutrition Education Program) and many other community organizations. Students build confidence, relationships, and skills. For more information, contact David Stricker, 392-2110, or click here to e-mail him. 

FAQ'S

  • How do I get my student into X-Factor? 

    • Please contact your school’s X-Factor Site Supervisor listed above to obtain an application.  Each year those who are already enrolled will have first choice for the following year's enrollment.  If the program is full your child will be placed on a waiting list.

  • How do I find out where my child is on the waiting list? 

    • You need to call the Site Supervisor for your child's school (see names and phone numbers above). They will be able to let you know how many students are in front of your child for their grade level.

  • How often can a student miss X-Factor before being dismissed? 

    • As long as students have an excused absence from the regular day, they have an excused absence from X-Factor. However, multiple excused or unexcused (more than 5) absences from the after-school program puts your child at risk of being dismissed. We want students who can benefit from the service as many days as possible. The decision will be made by the Site Supervisor after talking to the parents/guardians about the issues.

  • Can I switch my child to a walker on certain days? 

    • Walkers must have signed written permission. Parents cannot call in permission for a student to walk. It is in the best interest of the child and the program for them to stay until pick-up time, especially after the time changes and it is dark earlier. Students who walk home miss some crucial enrichment time.

  • Why do we have to show ID? 

    • For the safety of the students we check ID of everyone until the staff becomes familiar with the person who is picking the child up. If someone new comes (they must be on the list of approved people to pick up the child), they should expect to be asked to show ID. They will have to go back to their car if they are not carrying it with them.

PROGRAM SHOWCASES

Each site holds a winter and spring showcase to highlight so exciting student projects & activities.  We are looking forward to preparing for our winter showcases. Dates, times & more on that to come!

IMPORTANT COMMUNICATION INFORMATION:

One of the best ways for us to continue meeting as many needs as possible in our school and district community is through good communication. If you have concerns and/or compliments for what is happening at your school's after-school program please feel free to contact one of our staff members.