Afterschool Program Descriptions

Monday

List of 11 items.

Reds Core: Art & Crafts

2:45PM — 6:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten

$667 [1/6-1/6-6/8, 17 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

2:45-3:30: Light snack and social/playtime on the roof (cafeteria alternate space)
3:30-4:30: Children will do an arts and crafts project in the Lower School Art Room
4:30-5:55: LS Classroom: Full snack and choice time
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Oranges Core: Park Day

3:00PM — 6:00PM
First and Second Grades

$667 [1/6-1/6-6/8, 17 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:45: Snack and homework time in 1st/2nd grade classrooms
3:45-4:45: Social/Play time on the rooftop playground
4:45-5:55: Park Day: Children will go to one of the nearby parks/Houston Ballfield for organized games and/or free play.
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Blues Core: Game Lounge

3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School

$667 [1/6-1/6-6/8, 17 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, staffed by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Blues are dismissed by grade level teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the program. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Snack and board games/social time in the cafeteria.
3:30-4:15: Social/physical play time at Houston Ballfield (cafeteria alternate space)
4:15-5:15: Homework time in LS/MS classrooms
5:15-5:55: Game Lounge: Children will play active games, board games, role-playing games that they already know or create together.
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Ball Games

3:00PM — 3:45PM
Fours to Kindergarten
TBA

$738 [1/6-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 16 weeks]

Throwing, catching, bouncing, passing, hitting, kicking, running, and laughing! Using soccer, kickball, volleyball, baseball, basketball and more as inspiration, we will develop hand-eye coordination and teamwork skills all in an extremely encouraging, positive environment.
Basketball Basics

3:45PM — 4:30PM
First and Second Grade
TBA

$738 [1/6-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 16 weeks]

Players will practice the fundamentals of passing, dribbling, shooting, and footwork. We will take time to learn proper technique, develop muscle memory, and work together as a team. And of course, we'll have lots of fun trying out our skills on the court!
Basketball

4:30PM — 5:30PM
Third and Fourth Grade
TBA

$738 [1/6-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 16 weeks]

Join Basketball and improve the skills you have as well as learn new moves you never knew you could do! We will go over the basics of shooting, dribbling and passing, and work on everything from individual one-on-one moves to team spacing in a half court setting. Challenge yourself to get better with each class!
Photoshop 1

3:30PM-4:30PM
Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Carin Cohen

$789 [1/6-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 16 weeks]

Join us as we explore the world of Digital Art! Create unique digital compositions as we combine digital photography and Photoshop software. You will learn aspects of Photoshop such as editing photos, working with filters, layers, and text.
Photoshop 2

4:30PM - 5:30PM
Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Carin Cohen

$789 [1/6-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 16 weeks]

*for students that have taken this class before

Further develop your Photoshop skills in this class! We will learn more advanced techniques as you create unique digital compositions. We will also experiment with using additional software that is compatible with Photoshop such as Paintbrush and Adobe Illustrator.

*for students that have taken Photoshop before
Karate 1

3:15PM — 3:45PM
Fours and Kindergarten
Vincent Barile

$646 [1/6-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 16 weeks]

This class introduces the young beginner to the basic movements and ideas of Karate. Come dressed in clothes that you can move in. This class is designed for students who are new to Karate – students who were in Karate 1 in the fall session will remain in Karate 1 for the upcoming session.
Karate 2

3:45PM — 4:45PM
First and Second Grades
Vincent Barile

$904 [1/6-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 16 weeks]

This class introduces the older beginner/young intermediate to the basic movements and ideas of Karate. Last year’s Karate 1 students should enroll in this class. Students who were in Karate 2 in the fall session will remain in Karate 2 for the upcoming session.
Instrumental Lessons

Piano (Chris Bradshaw, Helen Boynton, Steven Feifke)
Drums (Arthur Vint)
Guitar (Eve Silber, Tara McLaughlin)

$1016 [1/6-5/18 (make-ups 6/1, 6/8) 15 weeks]

All instrumental lessons involve 30 minutes of private instruction. Families sign up for a teacher and a day of the week. The time of the lesson will be determined by the Afterschool office and will be mostly based on the age of the child (younger children in earlier slots). Families will be contacted with their lesson time(s) during Registration Week. If we can not find a time slot that works for you, a refund will be issued immediately.

Tuesday

List of 9 items.

Reds Core: Science & Engineering

2:45PM — 6:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten

$746 [1/7-6/2, 19 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

2:45-3:30: Light snack and social/playtime on the roof (cafeteria alternate space)
3:30-4:30: LS Classroom for full snack and choice time
4:30-5:55: Science and Engineering: Children will do a science and/or engineering based project in a LS classroom/on the roof. This may include roof-top gardening (weather permitting).
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Oranges Core: Visual Art

3:00PM — 6:00PM
First and Second Grades

$746 [1/7-6/2, 19 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:45: Snack and homework time in 1st/2nd grade classrooms
3:45-4:30: Social/Play time on the roof or at Minetta Street Playground
4:30-5:55: Children will do an art based project in the Lower School Art Room.
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Blues Core: Park Day/Person Find

3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School

$746 [1/7-6/2, 19 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, staffed by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Blues are dismissed by grade level teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the program. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Snack and board games/social time in the cafeteria.
3:30-4:15: Social/physical play time at Houston Ballfield (cafeteria alternate space)
4:15-5:15: Homework time in MS classrooms
5:15-5:55: Park Day/Person Find: Children will go to one of the nearby parks/Houston Ballfield for organized games and/or free play and/or play Person Find in the school.
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Scavenger Hunt

3:15PM — 4:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten
Danielle Staropoli

$831 [1/7-5/26 (make-up 6/2), 18 weeks]

In this fun and creative class, we will design and go on many different kinds of scavenger hunts! We will learn about making clues and solving them. Our scavenger hunts will have various themes and happen all around the school building. Come join us!
Obstacle Course

4:15PM — 5:00PM
First and Second
Danielle Staropoli

$831 [1/7-5/26 (make-up 6/2), 18 weeks]

Do you like building and doing obstacle courses? Well, this is the class for you! Each week we will have a new obstacle course to complete. Students will help build them them, come up with different ways to go through them, and create cool stories to go with them!
Karate 5

3:30PM — 4:30PM
*with instructor permission
Vincent Barile

$1,016 [1/7-5/26 (make-up 6/2), 18 weeks]

This is the most advanced karate class. Students must have three years of experience and the permission of the instructor to enroll. Students who were in Karate 5 last year should remain in this class.
Karate 3/4

4:30PM — 5:30PM
Second Grade and Up*
Vincent Barile

$1,016 [1/7-5/26 (make-up 6/2), 18 weeks]

This is an intermediate level class. Students must have completed at least one year of karate classes and have the permission of the instructor to enroll. Students who were in Karate 3 in the fall session will remain in Karate 3 for the upcoming session.

*with instructor permission
Intermediate Chess

4:15PM — 5:15PM
Third and Up*
David Rigo
*with teacher permission

$1067 [1/7-5/26 (make-up 6/2), 18 weeks]

Intermediate level class for children who know how to play. Learn the fundamentals of correct opening, middlegame, and endgame play. Study classic games illustrating successful attacking ideas, good middlegame planning and/or essential endgame technique. Learn how to notate (record) chess games, use a chess clock and play in practice tournaments directed by Mr. Wilson. Also, many of the student's own recorded games will be studied and evaluated during the instructions.
Instrumental Lessons

Piano (Alex Perry, Helen Boynton)
Guitar/Ukulele (Tara McLaughlin)
Trombone (Mariel Bildsten)
Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet (Caroline Davis)

$1,152 [1/7-5/19 (make-ups 5/26, 6/2), 17 weeks]

All instrumental lessons involve 30 minutes of private instruction. Families sign up for a teacher and a day of the week. The time of the lesson will be determined by the Afterschool office and will be mostly based on the age of the child (younger children in earlier slots). Families will be contacted with their lesson time(s) during Registration Week. If we can not find a time slot that works for you, a refund will be issued immediately.

Wednesday

List of 10 items.

Reds Core: Indoor/Outdoor Games

2:45PM — 6:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten

$785 [1/8-6/3, 20 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

2:45-3:30: Light snack and social/playtime on the roof (cafeteria alternate space)
3:30-4:30: LS Classroom for full snack and choice time
4:30-5:55: Indoor/Outdoor Games: Children will play structured games in a classroom and/or on the roof
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Oranges Core: Wacky Games

3:00PM — 6:00PM
First and Second Grades

$785 [1/8-6/3, 20 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:30: Snack and homework time in 1st/2nd grade classrooms
3:30-4:15: Wacky Games: Children will play invented games, and traditional games with a twist in the auditorium
4:15-5:55: Social/play time on the roof, at Minetta Street Playground and/or choice time in a LS classroom
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Blues Core: Creative Cooking & Messy Art Day

3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School

$785 [1/8-6/3, 20 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, staffed by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Blues are dismissed by grade level teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the program. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Snack and board games/social time in the cafeteria.
3:30-4:15: Social/physical play time at Houston Ballfield (cafeteria alternate space)
4:15-5:15: Homework time in MS classrooms
5:15-5:55: Students will workk on an creative cooking/or art related project in the Middle School Art Room or Cafeteria.
5:55-6:00: Wrap up the day and dismissal
Ballet 1

3:15PM - 4:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten
Rachel Bennett

$920 [1/8-5/27 (make-up 6/3), 19 weeks)]

Have you ever dreamed of gliding across the floor like a ballet dancer - floating, spinning, and leaping with joy? In this intro to ballet class we will learn and practice basic ballet positions and movements, and dance with friends in a fun and inspiring atmosphere. We will warm up together, work on locomotion across the floor, and use creative dance games and stories to bring classical ballets to life in our own way. Please wear comfortable clothes for movement.
Ballet 2

4:00PM - 5:00PM
First and Second
Rachel Bennett

$920 [1/8-5/27 (make-up 6/3), 19 weeks)]

Description pending
Beginner Chess 1

3:30PM-4:15PM
Fours and Kindergarten
David Rigo

$1126 [1/8-5/27 (make-up 6/3), 19 weeks)]

This fun class is designed and paced especially for Fours and Kindergartners. Students will learn the rules of chess quickly by playing a series of interactive mini-games, which gradually introduce more complex elements and ideas. With the fundamentals established, students will play lots of chess and practice a wide range of tactics including all important checkmate patterns. Students will complete this class with a firm grasp of the rules of chess, opening principles and basic endgames. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and problem solving.
Beginner Chess 2

4:15PM-5:15PM
First and Second Grades
David Rigo

$1126 [1/8-5/27 (make-up 6/3), 19 weeks)]

Students will learn, expand and develop their skills in this class. While tactical training will be a main focus, we will also explore fundamental endgames and strategic themes and review great games in chess history. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and problem solving. We will also play lots of chess!
Wrestling: Winter

3:15PM - 4:30PM
First Grade and Up
Frank Portella
$446 [1/8-3/4 (make-up 3/11), 9 weeks)] *Only meets up until Spring Break

Want to learn how to wrestle? Interested in a new sport? Want to improve your coordination, strength and confidence? The wrestling room is the place for you. You will be able to challenge yourself and others while learning the basic elements of the sport of wrestling in a supportive high-energy environment. Wrestling is a great way to develop body awareness and reflexes, and increase your strength and grace. We will learn and practice moves, wrestling live, and play games. Everyone is welcome - all you need is a good attitude and a willingness to learn. *Please note: This class takes place at Thompson Street Gym (at 145 Thompson St. between Houston and Prince). Students will be walked over to the gym at 3:20pm, and brought back by 4:40pm, or you can pick up at the gym at 4:30.
Woodworking

3:15PM — 4:15PM
First Grade through Fourth Grade
Peggy Resnick

$942 [1/8-5/27 (make-up 6/3), 19 weeks)]

In afterschool woodworking, children further their exploration of tools and wood. Using tools they already know, they choose what they want to make.
Instrumental Lessons

Piano (Chris Bradshaw, Lucia Caruso)
Guitar (David Ullmann)
Recorder, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone (Mary Cherney)
Voice and Piano (Ian Bentley)

$1220 [1/8-5/20 (make-ups 5/27, 6/3), 18 weeks)]

All instrumental lessons involve 30 minutes of private instruction. Families sign up for a teacher and a day of the week. The time of the lesson will be determined by the Afterschool office and will be mostly based on the age of the child (younger children in earlier slots). Families will be contacted with their lesson time(s) during Registration Week. If we can not find a time slot that works for you, a refund will be issued immediately.

Thursday

List of 8 items.

Reds Core: Big Project Day

2:45PM — 6:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten

$746 [1/9-6/4, 19 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

2:45-3:30: Light snack and social/playtime on the roof (cafeteria alternate space)
3:30-4:30: LS Classroom for full snack and choice time
4:30-5:55: Big Project Day: Children will design and create a big group project (Carnival, Art Gallery, Arcade, etc) over a period of weeks in a LS classroom/on the roof.
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Oranges Core: Science & Sensory

3:00PM — 6:00PM
First and Second Grade

$746 [1/9-6/4, 19 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, led by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Children are brought by their Lower School teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the afternoon. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:45: Snack and homework time in 1st/2nd grade classrooms
3:45-4:30: Social/Play time on the roof or at Minetta Street Playground
4:30-5:55: Science & Sensory: Children will do a science and/or sensory based project in a LS classroom or on the roof. This may include roof-top gardening (weather permitting)
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Blues Core: Wacky Games

3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School

$746 [1/9-6/4, 19 weeks]

Core Afterschool is the heart of the Afterschool Program, staffed by a team of experienced and creative faculty. Blues are dismissed by grade level teachers to Afterschool and may be picked up at any point during the program. While the timing of the afternoon is subject to change according to weather and the length of the planned project for the day, a general breakdown of the schedule is as follows:

3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Snack and board games/social time in the cafeteria.
3:30-4:15: Social/physical play time at Houston Ballfield (cafeteria alternate space)
4:15-5:15: Homework time in MS classrooms
5:15-5:55: Wacky Games: Children will play invented games, and traditional games with a twist in the PAPAS.
5:55-6:00: Wrapping up the day and dismissal
Movement & Tumbling

3:15PM — 4:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten

$831 [1/9-5/28 (make-up 6/4), 18 weeks]

In this introductory gymnastics and dance class, students will explore their bodies' strength, balance and flexibility through a variety of movement activities and gymnastics skills. In a fun and supportive environment, students will get the chance to work on floor and the low balance beam to increase coordination, focus, and self-confidence. Every class will include warm-up games and stretching, introduction to new skills or techniques, and dance routines. Students will work throughout the semester on introductory movements and positions that build towards cartwheels, handstands and rolls. [1/10-5/30 (make-up 6/6), 18 classes]
Game On!

4:00PM — 4:45PM
First and Second Grades
TBA

$831 [1/9-5/28 (make-up 6/4), 18 weeks]

All experience levels are welcome as we learn and play basketball, kickball, gaga and more. Emphasis is placed on sportsmanship, skill development, fair play, and fun! We will learn from and encourage each other. Recess will never be the same!
Young Chefs 4s/K

3:15PM-4:15PM
Fours and Kindergarten
Megan Wilton

$892 [1/9-5/28 (make-up 6/4), 18 weeks]

Join our team of culinary artists as we work together to prepare nutritious and delicious dishes from the freshest of ingredients! We’ll have fun learning to chop, measure, mix and flavor by following recipes from a variety of cuisines - and even design our own recipe variations. This spring's menu will include tasty baked treats like muffins, cookies and breads, fruit-based creations like smoothies and fried banana dessert, and savory foods like mini pizzas and falafel. Young chefs will enjoy their fabulous dishes at the end of each class, and take home a recipe book at the end of the season.
Seasoned Chefs

4:30PM-5:30PM
First and Second
Megan Wilton

$892 [1/9-5/28 (make-up 6/4), 18 weeks]

Description pending
Instrumental Lessons

Piano (Chris Bradshaw, Alex Perry)
Recorder, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone (Mary Cherney)
Drums (Christian Finger)

$1152 [1/9-5/21 (make-ups 5/28, 6/4), 17 weeks]

All instrumental lessons involve 30 minutes of private instruction. Families sign up for a teacher and a day of the week. The time of the lesson will be determined by the Afterschool office and will be mostly based on the age of the child (younger children in earlier slots). Families will be contacted with their lesson time(s) during Registration Week. If we can not find a time slot that works for you, a refund will be issued immediately.

Friday

List of 8 items.

Reds Core: Choice Friday

2:45PM — 6:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten

$667 [1/10-6/5, 17 weeks]

All ages join together on Fridays in Afterschool. Each Friday will feature choice activities, where children may choose one of several projects offered by the Core Afterschool faculty. These choices can range from cooking projects and outdoor games to dance parties and much more.
Oranges Core: Choice Friday

3:00PM — 6:00PM
First and Second Grades

$667 [1/10-6/5, 17 weeks]

All ages join together on Fridays in Afterschool. Each Friday will feature choice activities, where children may choose one of several projects offered by the Core Afterschool faculty. These choices can range from cooking projects and outdoor games to dance parties and much more.
Blues Core: Choice Friday

3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School

$667 [1/10-6/5, 17 weeks]

All ages join together on Fridays in Afterschool. Each Friday will feature choice activities, where children may choose one of several projects offered by the Core Afterschool faculty. These choices can range from cooking projects and outdoor games to dance parties and much more.
Lego City

3:15PM — 4:00PM
Fours and Kindergarten
TBA

$775 [1/10-5/29 (make-up 6/5), 16 weeks]

Welcome to Lego City! In this class we will design and build vehicles and buildings with our friends. We will discuss strategies for building stronger ships and better walls. The focus of this class is playing/interacting with others through the lego creations we build.
Lego Motors

3:15PM — 4:15PM
First and Second Grade
Denzel Johnson

$775 [1/10-5/29 (make-up 6/5), 16 weeks]

Welcome to the wonderful world of lego motors! First we will get to know the new materials (axels, gears, motors, cables and battery packs), and how they work together with the legos we know so well. We will work on 1-2 week projects that require the children (working in pairs) to think about simple structures they've seen in the world that have one or two moving pieces. We will talk, think, plan and build, exploring the foundations of robotics through Lego.
Woodworking

3:15PM — 4:15PM
First Grade through Fourth Grade
Peggy Resnick

$793 [1/10-5/29 (make-up 6/5), 16 weeks]

In afterschool woodworking, children further their exploration of tools and wood. Using tools they already know, they choose what they want to make.
Coding

3:30PM — 4:30PM
Third and Fourth Grade
Celeste Dorsey

$775 [1/10-5/29 (make-up 6/5), 16 weeks]

Ever wonder how things work on a computer? Ever want to learn how to create your own program to run on a computer? Join us in an introductory coding class where we will learn the basics of coding. We'll begin first with "non-electronic" ways to code and then graduate to programs online as we explore different coding programs.
Instrumental Lessons

Piano (Lucia Caruso, Josh Deutsch)
Guitar (Eve Silber)
Trumpet (Josh Deutsch)

$1016 [1/10-5/15 (make-ups 5/29, 6/5), 15 classes]

All instrumental lessons involve 30 minutes of private instruction. Families sign up for a teacher and a day of the week. The time of the lesson will be determined by the Afterschool office and will be mostly based on the age of the child (younger children in earlier slots). Families will be contacted with their lesson time(s) during Registration Week. If we can not find a time slot that works for you, a refund will be issued immediately.