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Our Program
Afterschool
Afterschool Program Descriptions
Online Registration for the 2023 Winter/Spring Session will open at 12pm on Monday, December 12th and close on Friday, December 16th at 6pm. The website currently reflects the offerings for the Winter/Spring session.
Monday
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Reds Core: Art & Crafts
2:45PM — 6:00PMFours - Second Grade
$663 [1/9-6/12, 17 weeks]*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.2:45-3:45: Roof Time/Snack
4:00-4:30: Classroom - Story Time/Meeting
4:30-5:55: Choice Time/Group Activity or Project (Arts and Crafts)
6:00: Dismissal -
Blues Core: Creative Arts
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School
$663 [1/9-6/12, 17 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Meet in Cafeteria for light snack and social time
3:30-4:15: Houston Ballfield - Outdoor/Active Play
4:15-5:15: Homework/Quiet Reading
5:15-5:55: Activity/Project Time (Creative Arts)
6:00: Dismissal -
Ball Games
3:15PM — 4:00PMFours - KindergartenSylvia Jane Sackheim
$816 [1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes]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. -
Makers' Workshop
4:15PM — 5:15PMFirst through Third GradeSylvia Jane Sackheim
$912 [1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes]In this project-based class we will use various art materials to create things that we can then use in class (and bring home!). Everything from puppets, to props and accessories, to original games. Come join us in the makers' workshop! -
Schoolyard Sports
4:30PM — 5:30PMThird through Fifth GradeJames Miner
$816 [1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes]Let’s play! All we need is a ball. Bounce Out, Nukem, Four Square, Dodgeball, Wall Ball. We’ll play them all. Students will learn and play classic ball games that have stood the test of time. Then we’ll put our own spin on some favorites that students can take to the schoolyard. -
Woodworking with Adrian
3:15PM — 4:15PMFirst through Fourth GradeAdrian Jevicki
$816 [1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes]In Afterschool Woodworking, children further their exploration of tools and wood. They use tools they are familiar with, and they choose what they want to make.[1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes] -
Cooking with Celeste
3:30PM — 4:30PMThird through Fifth GradesCeleste Dorsey
$992 [1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes]Let's cook together! We will explore some basic techniques and then whip up some delicious culinary creations. We will make everything from main courses and side dishes, to appetizers and desserts. We will cook up dishes that are guaranteed to become family favorites. -
Gaga for Gaga
3:30PM — 4:15PMFirst and Second GradesDenzel Johnson
$816 [1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes]Get ready to play Gaga! This old school ball game is beloved by all and has influenced camp deeply throughout the years. Get ready to slap, jump, dodge, and dive your way to glory! -
D&D
3:30PM — 4:30PMFourth through Eighth GradeWoobens Celony
$816 [1/9-6/5 (make-up 6/12), 16 classes]Have you ever wanted to be the hero of a fantasy tale? Well, here's your chance! D&D and other role-playing games are a great way to do this. We will create our own universe to play in and create new identities. Become a wizard and solve your problems with magic, become a warrior who smashes all their problems away, or become a bard and sing about your problems all day long (or anything in between). We'll learn the basics of role-playing games as we take the game into the real world, by creating characters, getting gear, and having an epic campaign! -
Piano - Chris
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Kindergarten through Eighth
Chris Bradshaw
$1065 [1/9-5/22 (make-ups 6/5 & 6/12), 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. -
Guitar, Songwriting, Voice - Eve
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Fours through Eighth
Eve Silber
$1065 [1/9-5/22 (make-ups 6/5 & 6/12), 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. -
Piano - Helen
3:00PM — 5:15PM
Kindergarten through Eighth
Helen Boynton
$1065 [1/9-5/22 (make-ups 6/5 & 6/12), 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. -
Drums - Nick
4:00PM — 6:00PM
First through Eighth Grade
Nick Wight
$1065 [1/9-5/22 (make-ups 6/5 & 6/12), 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.
Tuesday
List of 9 items.
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Reds Core: Dramatic Play
2:45PM — 6:00PMFours - Second Grade
$780 [1/3-6/6, 20 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.2:45-3:45: Roof Time/Snack
4:00-4:30: Story Time/Meeting
4:30-5:55: Choice Time/Group Activity or Project (Dramatic Play) 6:00: Dismissal -
Blues Core: Tabletop Games
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School
$780 [1/3-6/6, 20 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Meet in Cafeteria for light snack and social time
3:30-4:15: Houston Ballfield - Outdoor/Active Play
4:15-5:15: Homework/Quiet Reading
5:15-5:55: Activity/Project Time (Table Top Games)
6:00: Dismissal -
Karate 1
3:30PM — 4:00PMFours and KindergartenVincent Barile
$893 [1/3-5/30 (make-up 6/6), 19 classes]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. -
Karate 2
4:00PM — 5:00PMFirst and Second GradesVincent Barile
$1178 [1/3-5/30 (make-up 6/6), 19 classes]This class introduces the older beginner/young intermediate to the basic movements and ideas of Karate. This class meets in person and has limited enrollment to ensure safe social distancing. Students are required to wear a mask during this class and should wear clothes that are comfortable to move in. -
Ping Pong
3:15PM — 4:15PM
Third and Fourth
John Henry Katinas
$988 [1/3-5/30 (make-up 6/6), 19 classes]In this class we will learn how to play ping pong. We'll practice some basics like serves and returns, and try to get the hang of spin. Above all else, we will just have a blast playing this awesome game! -
Intermediate Chess
4:15PM — 5:15PMThird through EighthAri Kaplan
$1197 [1/3-5/30 (make-up 6/6), 19 classes]Students will be introduced to chess openings, chess tactics and strategy, and more advanced endgames. Much of our work will be focused on analysis of famous games, or more recent grandmaster games, and we will draw our lessons from in game examples. -
Piano - Helen
3:00PM — 5:15PM
Kindergarten through Eighth
Helen Yoo Boynton
$1278 [1/3-5/23 (make-ups 5/30 & 6/6), 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. -
Guitar, Songwriting, Voice - Eve
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Kindergarten through Eighth
Eve Silber
$1278 [1/3-5/23 (make-ups 5/30 & 6/6), 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. -
Guitar, Bass, Composition - David
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Fours through Eighth
David Ullmann
$1278 [1/3-5/23 (make-ups 5/30 & 6/6), 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.
Wednesday
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Reds Core: Sensory Play
2:45PM — 6:00PM
Fours - Second Grade
$819 [1/4-6/7, 21 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.2:45-3:45: Roof Time/Snack
4:00-4:30: Story Time/Meeting
4:30-5:55: Choice Time/Group Activity or Project (Sensory Play) 6:00: Dismissal -
Blues Core: Interactive Games
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School$819 [1/4-6/7, 21 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Meet in Cafeteria for light snack and social time
3:30-4:15: Houston Ballfield - Outdoor/Active Play
4:15-5:15: Homework/Quiet Reading
5:15-5:55: Activity/Project Time (Interactive Games)
6:00: Dismissal -
Beginner Chess 1
3:45PM-4:30PM
Fours and Kindergarten
Ari Kaplan
$1260 [1/4-5/31 (make-up 6/7), 20 weeks]Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of chess, specifically opening principles and basic checkmates. Our goals are to begin a game soundly, to be able to recognize basic checkmating patterns, and to perform simple checkmating procedures. Most of our work will be a combination of interactive instruction, chess puzzles and chess videos. -
Beginner Chess 2
4:30PM — 5:15PM
First and Second Grades
Ari Kaplan
$1260 [1/4-5/31 (make-up 6/7), 20 weeks]Students will learn how to solve checkmate puzzles, study checkmating patterns, analyze famous chess games, and review our knowledge of chess tactics. -
Woodworking
3:15PM — 4:15PM
First through Fourth Grade
Peggy Resnick
$1020 [1/4-5/31 (make-up 6/7), 20 weeks]In Afterschool Woodworking, children further their exploration of tools and wood. They use tools they are familiar with, and they choose what they want to make -
Fiber Art Creations
3:30PM — 4:30PM
Third through Fifth Grade
Stacy Dillon
$1240 [1/4-5/31 (make-up 6/7), 20 weeks]Have you ever wanted to learn how to use materials to accessorize your space or yourself? Join us to create wearable or hangable or postable projects. Using yarn, felt, embroidery floss and more, we'll knot, crochet, and knit our way into making our lives a little bit brighter. -
Piano - Chris
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Kindergarten through Eighth
Chris Bradshaw
$1349 [1/4-5/24 (make-ups 5/31 & 6/7), 19 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. -
Piano - Lucia
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Fours through Eighth
Lucia Caruso
$1349 [1/4-5/24 (make-ups 5/31 & 6/7), 19 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. -
Guitar and Composition - David
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Kindergarten through Eighth
David Ullmann
$1349 [1/4-5/24 (make-ups 5/31 & 6/7), 19 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. -
Brass, Woodwinds - Mary
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Fours through Middle School
Mary Cherney
$1349 [1/4-5/24 (make-ups 5/31 & 6/7), 19 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
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Reds Core: Interactive Games
2:45PM - 6:00PMFours through Second Grade
$780 [1/5-6/8, 20 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.2:45-3:45: Roof Time/Snack
4:00-4:30: Story Time/Meeting
4:30-5:55: Choice Time/Group Activity or Project (Interactive Games) 6:00: Dismissal -
Blues Core: Role Playing Games
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School
$780 [1/5-6/8, 20 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Meet in Cafeteria for light snack and social time
3:30-4:15: Houston Ballfield - Outdoor/Active Play
4:15-5:15: Homework/Quiet Reading
5:15-5:55: Activity/Project Time (Role Playing Games)
6:00: Dismissal
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Backyard Games
3:15PM — 4:00PMKindergarten-First GradeJohn Henry Katinas$969 [1/5-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 19 classes]Throwing, catching, bouncing, passing, jumping, running, and laughing. In this class we will play all sorts of fun active games - four square, kickball, gaga and more! We will practice our skills and play together in an encouraging, positive environment. -
Young Architects
3:30PM — 4:30PMThird Grade and UpAdrian Jevicki$1116 [1/5-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 18 classes] *Please note this class will not meet on 5/18Calling all builders of tomorrow! In this design and construction class, students will get to flex their creative building and experimental engineering skills. Students will progress through a series of design challenges, from Dream House to Impenetrable Fortress of Solitude, where they will use pen and paper as well as Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to visualize their design. Then using a variety of materials including cardboard, wood, felt, paper and acrylic as well as scissors, hot glue, ingenious engineering, and our trusty laser cutter, students will make scale models of their designs. -
Tumbling
4:00PM — 4:45PMFours-KindergartenDanielle Staropoli$969 [1/5-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 19 classes]In this introductory gymnastics class, students will explore their strength, balance and flexibility through a variety of movement activities and gymnastics skills. Students will work on floor and the low balance beam, tumble through obstacle courses, and bounce on the spring board. Every class will include warm-up games, stretching, and introduction to new skills or techniques. -
Gymnastics
4:45PM — 5:45PMFirst-Second GradeDanielle Staropoli$969 [1/5-6/1 (make-up 6/8), 19 classes]In this fun and energetic class, students will work on basic tumbling skills such as rolls, handstands, cartwheels, bridges and more. We will practice balancing on the beam, sticking our landings off the springboard, and swings and pull overs on the bar. Come join us! -
Piano - Chris
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Kindergarten through Middle School
Chris Bradshaw
$1278 [1/5-5/25 (make-ups 6/1, 6/8) 18 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. -
Guitar, Songwriting, Voice - Eve
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Kindergarten through Eighth
Eve Silber
$1278 [1/5-5/25 (make-ups 6/1, 6/8) 18 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. -
Mary - Brass, Woodwinds
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Fours through Middle School
Mary Cherney
$1278 [1/5-5/25 (make-ups 6/1, 6/8) 18 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.
Friday
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Reds Core: Choice Friday
2:45PM — 6:00PM
Fours - Second$702 [1/6-6/9, 18 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.2:45-3:45: Roof Time/Snack
4:00-4:15: Classroom Activity Time
4:15-5:55: Choice Friday!
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Blues Core: Choice Friday
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Third Grade through Middle School
$702 [1/6-6/9, 18 weeks]
*Please note, Core Afterschool is included before and after class on any day a student is signed up for Enrichment classes or Instrumental lessons.3:00-3:30 (MS students arrive at 3:15): Meet in Cafeteria for light snack and social time
3:30-4:15: Houston Ballfield - Outdoor/Active Play
4:15-5:55: Choice Friday!
6:00: Dismissal -
LEGO City
3:15PM — 4:00PMFours - KindergartenCharlie Tall
$969 [1/6-6/2 (make-up 6/9), 17 weeks]Have you ever wanted to create your own little city out of LEGOS? Well this is the class for you! Students can build individually and as a group to make their own cities - complete with any type of structures, vehicles, and they can think of. We have an expansive LEGO collection that includes people accessories, and special items. Come ready to build, create, and play! -
Woodworking
3:15PM — 4:15PMFirst through FourthPeggy Resnick
$867 [1/6-6/2 (make-up 6/9), 17 weeks]In Afterschool Woodworking, children further their exploration of tools and wood. They use tools they are familiar with, and they choose what they want to make. -
Piano - Alex
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Fours through Eighth Grade
Alex Perry
$1136 [1/6-5/19 (make-ups 6/2, 6/9), 16 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. -
Eve - Guitar, Songwriting, Voice
3:00PM — 6:00PM
Fours through Eighth Grade
Eve Silber
$1136 [1/6-5/19 (make-ups 6/2, 6/9), 16 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.
Remote Instrumental Lessons
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Ian Bentley - Voice/Piano (REMOTE)
Available/Preferred Days: Wednesdays
Ages: Fours through Eighth Grade
$1136 [Lessons will run from the week of 1/3 through the week of 5/29, with a make-up week reserved during the week of 6/5. 17 lessons]Instrumental Lessons involve 30 minutes of private instruction, unless otherwise arranged with the teacher and the Afterschool Office. During registration week, families will sign up for a teacher. Voice, woodwind, and horn lessons will be online in the fall, so the day and time of the lesson will be agreed upon by the teacher and family (in general younger children will be given earlier slots when possible). Should a teacher and family not be able to find a time, the Afterschool Office will help the family find another teacher. If nothing can be arranged, a refund will be issued immediately. All families will register for 18 lessons for the session regardless of the day of the week they schedule. -
Tara McLaughlin Roi - Guitar, Ukulele (REMOTE)
Available/Preferred Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays
Ages: Fours through Eighth Grade
$1136 [Lessons will run from the week of 1/3 through the week of 5/29, with a make-up week reserved during the week of 6/5. 17 lessons]Instrumental Lessons involve 30 minutes of private instruction, unless otherwise arranged with the teacher and the Afterschool Office. During registration week, families will sign up for a teacher. All lessons will be online, so the day and time of the lesson will be agreed upon by the teacher and family (in general younger children will be given earlier slots when possible). Should a teacher and family not be able to find a time, the Afterschool Office will help the family find another teacher. If nothing can be arranged, a refund will be issued immediately. All families will register for 18 lessons for the session regardless of the day of the week they schedule.
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