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Saturday Academy

Saturday Academy for Florida Street Discovery Center

Saturday Academy gives Florida Street Discovery Center students an engaging opportunity to recover an absence while staying connected to learning. Students participate in meaningful, hands-on activities designed to support learning, exploration, and engagement. Breakfast and lunch are provided at no cost to participating students.

Recover an Absence One completed session can recover one absence.
8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Saturday Academy instructional session.
Hoffer Elementary FSDC students attend Saturday Academy at Hoffer.
Meals Included Breakfast and lunch are provided at no cost.

Saturday Academy Information

Review eligibility, location, attendance requirements, registration information, and what students can expect during a session.

Who is eligible?

Saturday Academy is available to students who need to recover an absence. By attending one complete session, a student can recover one day of attendance. Availability and prioritization may vary based on space and program needs.

Where will Florida Street Discovery Center students attend?

Florida Street Discovery Center students will attend Saturday Academy at Hoffer Elementary School for the 2026–27 school year. Hoffer Elementary School is located at 1115 East Hoffer St., Banning, CA 92220.

What programs and activities are offered?

Saturday Academy provides hands-on learning experiences designed to be engaging and meaningful. Activities may include STEM, robotics, sports and fitness, and other enrichment or project-based learning experiences. Activities may vary by session date.

How does attendance recovery work?

To receive attendance recovery credit, students must arrive on time, remain for the full Saturday Academy session, and participate in the day's activities. Each completed session can recover one absence.

How do I register?

Florida Street Discovery Center students must be registered before attending Saturday Academy. Families should use the Florida Street Discovery Center registration form provided on this page and submit it by the registration deadline for the session their student plans to attend.

2026–27 Saturday Academy Dates

Saturday Academy is offered on select Saturdays throughout the school year. Review the session dates and registration deadlines below.

2026–27 Saturday Academy dates and registration deadlines
Saturday Academy Date Registration Deadline
Saturday, October 3, 2026 Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Saturday, November 14, 2026 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Saturday, December 12, 2026 Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Saturday, January 23, 2027 Wednesday, January 20, 2027
Saturday, February 27, 2027 Wednesday, February 24, 2027
Saturday, March 20, 2027 Wednesday, March 17, 2027
Saturday, April 24, 2027 Wednesday, April 21, 2027

Need a printable schedule? View the complete 2026–27 Saturday Academy calendar.

View Calendar (PDF)

Saturday Academy Schedule

Review the daily schedule before arriving at Hoffer Elementary School.

7:30–8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00–10:00 a.m. Instruction & Activities
10:00–10:30 a.m. Lunch
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Instruction & Activities

Dismissal: 12:00 p.m.

Resources for Families

Review meal, transportation, and calendar information before your student's Saturday Academy session.

Saturday Academy Calendar

View the complete calendar of Saturday Academy dates for the 2026–27 school year.

View Calendar (PDF)
Florida Street Discovery Center

Register for Saturday Academy

Florida Street Discovery Center families can use the registration form below to sign up for an upcoming Saturday Academy session. Please complete registration by the deadline listed for the session your student plans to attend.

Remember: Florida Street Discovery Center students will attend Saturday Academy at Hoffer Elementary School, 1115 East Hoffer St., Banning, CA 92220.

Register for Florida Street Discovery Center Saturday Academy

Students must be registered before attending a Saturday Academy session.