Community Programs
Our community is a busy, fun and educational environment before, during, and after the school day. EBI students and non-EBI students, from around the Bay area, have the opportunity to participate in an array of extracurricular programs at EBI that enrich their lives and support them in exploring their own personal interests. For more information on any of these programs, please contact the EBI Community Programs Office at programs@ebinternacional.org (link sends e-mail)
Enrichment Classes
EBI offers a variety of enrichment classes in Spanish and English during the school year that provide EBI and non-EBI students with the opportunity to engage in structured choice activities that encourage them to explore their own creativity and interests. These enrichment classes vary from session to session and expose children to a variety of experiences that help them to discover new talents and skills.
Enrichment class prices may vary whether a child is enrolled in the Unlimited 5-Day or Unlimited 3-Day EBI Aventura option.
To find out more information about the enrichment classes, schedule and cost - click here (link is external)
2019-20 Enrichment Session Dates (link is external)
Fall September 16 - November 15 (No Class - Oct. 14, Oct. 21 - 25)
Winter January 13 - March 13 (No Class - Jan 20, Feb 14 - 21)
Spring March 23 - May 29 (No Class - April 13 - 17, May 25)
Non-EBI Pre-Kinder students must have medical/emergency forms on file by the first day of class in order to attend programs. Please click here to download the PK forms. (link is external)
Completed forms can be submitted to summer@ebinternacional.org or in person to the Alcatraz Campus receptionist.
After-School Spanish Language Immersion Program
EBI's After-School Spanish Language Immersion Program is specifically designed for non-EBI students and schools that wish to offer a Spanish language immersion program.
Fall Session: September 3 - November 7
Winter Session: December 3 - February 20
Spring Session: March 3 - May 14
Each session is a 10-week program held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m. This cost is $550 for one 10-week session or $1600 for all three 10-week sessions.
Our after-school full-immersion Spanish language classes build confidence, motivate students and enhance their language skills. They have two different sections and levels, and children are grouped together by their level of Spanish comprehension. Upper level students learn written Spanish as well. Each class incorporates art, storytelling, games,music and multimedia activities.
Please note:
- EBI will provide snacks.
- Parking for these classes is located in our parking lot on the left side of the church located next to the school.
- The instructors will email the class details to all of the families the week before the first day of class of each session. If you do not receive this communication, please contact us at programs@ebinternacional.org.
School Year Camps
EBI's school year camps are filled with fun and exciting activities in Spanish!
Our school year camps are carefully designed with the interests and developmental needs of our campers. The theme of each camp is different, but they all include an array of activities such as storytelling, arts, crafts, culinary arts, games, sports and field trips. Plus, they provide EBI and non-EBI students the opportunity to meet new friends!
Our school year camps are held during the EBI school breaks in October, January, February and April
- Our school year camps are held during the EBI school breaks in October, January, February and April
- All school year camps are located at our Alcatraz Campus, 410 Alcatraz Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94609
Our 2019-20 School Year Camps for Pre-K to 4th Grade!
Each camp is packed with fun for every camper and incorporates art, sports, and plenty of outdoor play. At EBI, campers learn Spanish through experience!
Day of the Dead
Through storytelling, craft art, cooking and games, campers will explore the history and tradition of the holiday and how it is celebrated across different Latin American cultures.
Last Day to Register: October 17
**Sign-ups that occur after this date will automatically be charged an additional 10%.
DIY Makers
Campers will become Makers learning to create from start to finish. By the end of Camp, they will have a product of their own, and also have the knowledge to recreate or create other products, again and again!
Last Day to Register: December 13
**Sign-ups that occur after this date will automatically be charged an additional 10%.
Chinese New Year!
Through storytelling, craft art, cooking and games, campers will explore the history and traditions of this important holiday of the Chinese culture.
Last Day to Register: February 5
**Sign-ups that occur after this date will automatically be charged an additional 10%.
Green Thinkers
April 22 is Earth Day and EBI camp is dedicating this week to take care of the planet! Campers will learn how to actively take care of our planet and prevent pollution.
Last Day to Register: April 8
**Sign-ups that occur after this date will automatically be charged an additional 10%.
- All campers must be fully potty trained
- Campers must be at least three years old at the start of camp
- All campers must have medical/emergency forms on file by the first day of camp in order to attend programming. Please click here to download the PK forms (link is external). Completed forms can be submitted to programs@ebinternacional.org
- EBI provides morning and afternoon healthy snacks for PK students
- Lunch it is not provided by EBI
- Sheets and blankets for nap time are not provided
- All campers must have medical/emergency forms on file by the first day of camp in order to attend. Please click here to download Kinder-4rd Grade forms (link is external). Completed forms can be submitted to programs@ebinternacional.org
- Lunch and snack are not provided by EBI
- Campers must bring their own snack and lunch in a labeled lunch box
School Year Camp Packages | Pre-Kinder - Grade 8 | |
Five-Day Camp | 8:30 a.m - 3 p.m. | $450 |
Two-Day Camp (January Camp only) | 8:30 a.m - 3 p.m. | $200 |
*Individual Day AM Care | 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. | $15 |
*Individual Camp Day | 8:30 a.m - 3 p.m. | $110 |
*Individual Day PM Care | 3-6 p.m. | $35 |
*EBI Students enrolled in our Unlimited 5-day or 3-day Aventura After-School Program may apply these days during camp at no cost.
*Sign-ups made during camp are based on availability and will have an additional 10% late fee
Please contact us with any questions at programs@ebinternacional.org
Find the Community Programs Financial Policies here (link is external)
Free Spanish Storytime
Join us for a morning of stories, songs and fun at EBI! Our free Spanish Storytime is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners. It is open to Spanish and non-Spanish speakers, and all children must attend with an adult. During the school year, we offer our free Spanish Storytime on the second Saturday of each month from 10:00-10:30 a.m. at EBI's Alcatraz Campus.
Upcoming Free Spanish Storytime Events:
September 14
October 12
November 9
December 14
January 11
February 8
March 14
April 11
May 9
June 13
The address is 410 Alcatraz Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609. Both EBI and non-EBI children are welcome to attend. No pre-registration is required. We hope to see you there!
Meet Our Director
Erica Castro
Community Programs Director
Erica was born in Oakland and raised in El Salvador. There she earned a BA in Social Work and a certification in Peace Education. She developed extensive knowledge and experience in comprehensive education while working in community programs for youth development for sixteen years in El Salvador.
She joined the staff of EBI in the summer of 2016 when she returned to California with her husband Gustavo. In her spare time, she loves cooking, gardening and spending time with her family. Erica is passionate about being able to support the development of the “whole student” with her team in community programs.
Erica Castro
Community Programs Director