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Welcome to CFK!

College for Kids (CFK) and Teens offers fun, hands-on learning that sparks curiosity and a love of learning.

Contact

Chloe Stanley
Fee-Based, Community Education Specialist
805-922-6966, ext. 3596
chloe.stanley@hancockcollege.edu

Kids in the Kitchen – Holiday Cooking Series (CFK 8320)

Students ages 7–9 will prepare festive, hands-on recipes while exploring holiday traditions, food science, and kitchen creativity. Each class includes a recipe and an educational activity.

Registration

English Registration

Inscripción en Español

Program Dates

  • November 15 – Reindeer Rice Krispies & Melting Science
  • November 22 – Snowman Pita Pizza & Fractions
  • December 6 – Santa Hat Brownies & Holiday Traditions

All recipes are nut-free and allergy-aware when possible.

Program Time: Saturdays, 1–2 p.m.

  • Pre-registration required. Register in person with the CFK registration form or email chloe.stanley@hancockcollege.edu.
  • Online registration opens September 8, 2025, and closes November 10, 2025.

Enrollment Fee: $30
Materials Fee: $10

  • Use one form per student. Registrations are first-come, first-served.
  • Payment accepted: check (to AHC), cash, or credit/debit card in person by parent/guardian.
  • Parents may not sit in or audit classes.

Location:
Classroom S-107
800 S. College Dr
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Community Education (Building S)

Unlock your creativity next summer with College for Kids! Fill out the form below to get started.

CFK Interest Form

Registration Opens: March 23, 2026

Program Dates: June 22–26, 2026
Time: 12–1 p.m.
Location: California Nature Art Museum
Enrollment Fee: $35 per class
Ages: 8–12

Daily Adventures

  • Mon, June 22 – CFK 8143: Origami Animals
  • Tue, June 23 – CFK 8144: Watercolor Scenes
  • Wed, June 24 – CFK 8145: Succulent Arrangements
  • Thu, June 25 – CFK 8146: Air Dry Clay Animals
  • Fri, June 26 – CFK 8147: Museum Tour & Nature Journaling

✔ All materials provided
✔ Take home your creations daily

Entry:

  • Pre-registration required. Register in person with the CFK form or email chloe.stanley@hancockcollege.edu.
  • One form per student. Registrations processed in the order received.
  • Payment: check (to AHC), cash, or credit/debit card.
  • Parents may not attend without instructor approval.
  • For safety, enrollment details are not shared by phone. Parent/guardian status verified in person.

Program Location:
1511B Mission Dr, Solvang, CA 93463

Program Guidelines

  • Courses are for ages 4–18. Check listings for age eligibility. All classes are coed unless noted.
  • Students must behave appropriately. Disruptive students will be dismissed without refund.
  • Classes meet Monday–Saturday at various times/dates. Review schedules carefully.

Injury/Accident Disclaimer

  • Some classes carry a risk of injury. Participation is voluntary and assumes all risks.
  • CFK students do not pay the Health Services Fee and are not covered by college accident insurance.

Transportation

  • Parents are responsible for drop-off/pick-up and transportation to/from classes and field trips.
  • Children must be walked to/from class and picked up on time.
  • After 15 minutes, instructors will escort children to Community Education (Bldg. S) or Campus Police, and parents/guardians will be called.

Refund Policy

  • No refunds once a class begins. Drop at least one day prior to receive a refund.
  • If a class is canceled before starting, a full credit will be issued.
  • If dropped before the first class, students receive a full class and materials fee refund. Exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances.
  • Refund requests must be submitted at the Community Education office (Bldg. S) using the Refund Request form.

Community Information

The College for Kids (CFK) program, established in 1984, is offered by the Community Education Department to expand learning opportunities for youth.

CFK is self-supporting and receives no taxpayer funding. All classes are fee-based. Registration must be completed in person at Community Education (Bldg. S), AHC Santa Maria campus.