In this workshop students will learn step by step how to draw some of their favorite characters and animals by combining very simple shapes and lines together for an amazing result. During each lesson students will learn to express themselves through different techniques and progress through each stage of the drawing until they have a finished piece truly worthy of hanging on your fridge or on your wall.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: After School Life
Fee: $260

Students dive into the fundamentals of what makes up a game and begin to break up different game components such as mechanics, themes, and game objectives. They work with MakeCode Arcade, a block-based platform to create retro games.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 1-2
Vendor: Kodely
Fee: $290 + $45 for supplies

John Tust brings his 25 years as a professional carpenter to his work with "Kids Carpentry." A fan favorite enrichment class since 2011, Kids Carpentry provides an opportunity for Mr. Tust to teach children the safe-use of woodworking with hand-tools. While building their projects from scratch, students are introduced to concepts of applied math, problem solving, and fine motor skills. Students are empowered to become independent thinkers as they design and build projects that may include boats, clocks, games, trucks, doll furniture, and much more. The "Kids Carpentry" motto: Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Kidz Carpentry
Fee: $385 (includes supplies)

Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Kidz Carpentry
Fee: $385 (includes supplies)

Chess Wizards offers fun, intellectual and challenging chess education and tournament experiences to children of all abilities and ages. Our chess instruction is held at participating schools, as well as park districts, churches, and chess clubs. We also offer private lessons, run scholastic tournaments, and hold chess camps in the summer. We believe learning should be fun! Kids play chess because it is fun, not because it ‘is good for their cognitive, social, and emotional development.’ Our students learn chess is fun on Day 1! In addition to lessons and traditional gameplay, we incorporate variations of chess games that build teamwork and foster a genuine enjoyment of a game over a thousand years old!

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:15pm
Grades: K-4
Vendor: Chess Wizards
Fee: $240

Sweet And Savory Cooking Around The World: Does your child enjoy eating a variety of different cuisines? Or is your child looking for new, easy and fun recipes that they will want to cook and recreate at home? During this weekly after school, delicious and exciting culinary adventure, your child will have the opportunity to learn, cook and enjoy sampling sweet and savory cooking and baking recipes from around the world! From grocery shopping tips, storing food, menu planning, prepping, testing new recipes and ingredients, understanding your culinary interests and senses, cutting to mincing, baking, plating and serving techniques, knife skills, food safety and cleaning up, these cooking classes are designed just for kids to learn professional cooking and baking techniques. These are interactive cooking classes, so there will always be time for learning, questions and answers. Chef Meenu’s philosophy and goals are to inspire children and adults to cook and to equip them with lifelong culinary skills and healthy eating habits. All ingredients, supplies and recipes will be provided. Two recipes will be taught weekly.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Chef Meenu
Fee: $395

Day: Mondays
Time: 4:20pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Chef Meenu
Fee: $395

In crafting class, students will have the opportunity to experience various mediums through activities including origami and various object decorating, and more! By allowing students the ability to create pieces of art using a wide range of mediums, students are able to expand their imagination and learn new techniques to apply to their creative process.

Day: Mondays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: After School Life
Fee: $260

Join Ms. Roma to explore your dramatic side. Within the hour, students will play improv games, develop storytelling skills, study character development, and practice scenes from famous plays like James and the Giant Peach, or Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. No previous experience is necessary and everyone gets a part! The show must go on!

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Ms. Roma
Fee: $270

Each week children will have the opportunity to learn what it takes to be good stewards of the Woodland garden. Children will participate in weeding, pruning, cleaning the beds, bird feeders and baths, planting two pollinator beds and more. The Garden Club is a great way for students to learn about all that goes into keeping a garden. Classes will meet Fridays from 2:15 - 3:15 rain or shine and children should plan on bringing boots and rain jackets.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-4
Vendor: Mrs. Welsh
Fee: $50

For K-3 Students: This class is designed as an introduction to the development of gymnastics skills. Our young athletes work on balance beam, floor circuits, and uneven bars. Children learn basic gymnastics positions such as tuck, pike, squat, straddle, and lunge. Beginning skills such as forward and backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheels are also introduced. Such skills improve gross motor skills, and hand eye coordination promoting reading readiness.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:30pm
Grades: K-3
Vendor: The Fun Bubble
Fee: $290

For K-3 Students: Designed for athletes with no prior gymnastics experience. This class will focus on the foundations of gymnastics. Terminology, flexibility, and strength are the focus for this level. We will work on the execution and technique of cartwheels and handstands on floor; walks and balance holds on balance beam; pullover and casts on bars; and running and jumping on vault.

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: K-3
Vendor: The Fun Bubble
Fee: $290

A fun and interactive Sports class focused on being active, learning, and having fun. Our highly trained and experienced staff will teach a variety of sports games including soccer, basketball, football, frisbee, as well as other fun activities that will help with their social and emotional non-cognitive skills. Important to note: *No class dates: 3/30, 4/20 due to schedule conflicts for the instructors.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: K-2
Vendor: Legarza
Fee: $190

A fun and fast-paced basketball class focused on skill building and fun. This will feel like a mini camp, leaving everyone wanting more and ready for the next session! We have developed an effective curriculum that emphasizing building skills and developing fundamentals. Important to note: *No Class dates: 4/1, 4/22 due to conflict for instructors.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:10pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Legarza Sports
Fee: $190

Welcome to the world of Magic where every child is a star! In this unique course, students build self-confidence, performance skills, and theatrical charm to wow their audience with tricks from their very own magic kits! New to the world of magic? This is the perfect place to start! This course offers an experienced instructor, a step-by-step guidebook, and access to tutorial videos so children can continue their practice at home. Plus, all our stars will have a chance to shine by performing their new skills for family and friends in an end-of-session magic show!

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 4:30pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $260

Nexplore Makers Club is an engineering program designed to inspire kids to pursue futures in science & technology. Students interact with fun Maker Kits that enhance mechanical, artistic, and engineering skills, while encouraging them to act as inventors in their own right. Participants design their own remote controlled hydraulic arms, learn to harness energy to power race cars, and experiment with structural design. Plus, students can keep their inventions and proudly share their projects with family and friends.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:30pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $260 + $40 supply fee

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $260 + $40 supply fee

Science Wiz is built upon inquiry, experimentation and play! Each Course, students will dive deep into one of the following scientific concepts: electricity, inventions, sound, energy, physics, light, DNA, magnetism and more! Students will receive their very own Science-Wiz™ kit to explore fundamental scientific ideas through hands-on play and activities and conduct experiments, many of which they will bring home to share with family and friends.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $260 + $40 supply fee

Emergencies can happen at any time! While the odds of being lost or stranded outdoors are pretty low, knowing what to do in an emergency is important. As survivalists, students learn exactly what to do in an emergency through the team-based study of real-world survival skills. From investigating the utility of tools to working through challenging situations, over this course, learners use ingenuity to gain crucial skills such as knot tying, water purification and compass navigation. Bringing STEM to the great outdoors, instructors love the hands-on, interactive and collaborative curriculum. With each thrilling activity, students gather their senses, put their new skills to the test and conquer every challenge Mother Nature throws their way!

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $260 + $40 supply fee

Tennis equips students with great skills that carry over to other sports and even into the classroom: Students increase their level of physical endurance and coordination. Students gain mental strength through enhanced concentration and self-discipline. Students learn the value of integrity and honesty. Our modified equipment is ideal for young beginners, ensuring they learn at their level and grasp the fundamentals of this fantastic sport. Smaller racquets, low-compression red balls and an 18ft portable net are all provided, all you need to do is sign your children up and we’ll have them enjoying this great sport in no time.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:20pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: After School Life
Fee: $350

Students will develop games and experiences in virtual reality with CoSpaces, a software that runs on the browser, smartphone, and Google Cardboard. For example, they’ll be able to make a 3D personal museum with their family history, then strap on VR goggles to walk through the museum. VR is an emerging technology that may become a household form of entertainment and information this decade.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $260 + $40 supply fee

Join artist Ms. Melinda Salerno as she teaches acrylic and watercolor painting tips and tricks to create landscapes, animals, still life and many more fun and creative projects.

The students will explore various elements of art using a variety of materials and mediums. She encourages students to explore their creativity to its full extent. This after school art club is perfect for the student looking to be involved in an extracurricular activity that possesses the opportunity for freedom of self-expression and interest.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Melinda Salerno
Fee: $270 + $40 supply fee

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Melinda Salerno
Fee: $270 + $40 supply fee

Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Melinda Salerno
Fee: $270 + $40 supply fee

In this stylish program for boys and girls, students gain knowledge of the fashion industry and develop skills in fashion design, fashion marketing, fashion journalism and branding. Students develop sketching skills, explore popular brands, analyze industry trends (e.g., athleisure), design various articles of clothing, define their own brand, explore careers in fashion and more!

Day: Mondays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Spark Business Academy
Fee: $240

John Tust brings his 25 years as a professional carpenter  to his work with "Kids Carpentry."  A fan favorite enrichment class since 2011,  Kids Carpentry provides an opportunity for Mr. Tust to teach children the safe-use of woodworking with hand-tools. While building their projects from scratch, students are introduced to concepts of applied math, problem solving, and fine motor skills.  Students are empowered to become independent thinkers as they design and build projects that may include boats, clocks, games, trucks, doll furniture, and much more. The "Kids Carpentry" motto: Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: John Tust
Fee: $350 (includes supplies)

Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: John Tust
Fee: $350 (includes supplies)

Chess Wizards offers fun, intellectual and challenging chess education and tournament experiences to children of all abilities and ages. Our chess instruction is held at participating schools, as well as park districts, churches, and chess clubs. We also offer private lessons, run scholastic tournaments, and hold chess camps in the summer. We believe learning should be fun! Kids play chess because it is fun, not because it ‘is good for their cognitive, social, and emotional development.’ Our students learn chess is fun on Day 1! In addition to lessons and traditional gameplay, we incorporate variations of chess games that build teamwork and foster a genuine enjoyment of a game over a thousand years old!

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:15pm
Grades: K-4
Vendor: Chess Wizards
Fee: $240

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Chess Wizards
Fee: $240

In this class, students will experience clay sculpting and how to build a 3D model one shape at a time with the help of a skilled instructor using soft, air dry clay. Paint your figure using tempera paints to finish your masterpiece.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: After School Life
Fee: $270

Get empowered to navigate open-ended challenges using technology and get hands-on with Kodely design thinking challenges that allow students to explore the intersection between hardware and software using block-based coding and delve into the design thinking process! Using the micro:bit, a pocket-sized computer, students start by designing LED shapes and patterns then dive into programing their micro:bit to measure their environment using the micro:bit’s built-in sensors. Students get hands-on and experiment with the micro:bit, which is critical to helping them better understand important technologies early in their development.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 3-4
Vendor: Kodely
Fee: $270 + $45 supply fee

From designing a wearable pedometer to prototyping a crane, this class provides students a hands-on introduction to design-based challenges that have students exploring the intersection between hardware & software. Using the micro:bit, a pocket-sized computer, students discover how to ideate, prototype, and test projects they build while gaining an in-depth understanding of fundamental programming concepts like variables, loops, arrays, and functions. Our workshops cultivate an environment where students can reap the benefits of play, inquiry, and discovery.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Kodely
Fee: $270 + $45 supply fee

Does your child enjoy eating a variety of different cuisines, or maybe you are looking for some new, simple and fun recipes especially for kids that they will want to cook and then recreate at home? Well, here is the opportunity for your child to learn, cook and enjoy sampling sweet and savory recipes from around the world, during this weekly after school delicious and exciting culinary adventure for 8 weeks! From grocery shopping tips, storing food, menu planning, prepping, trying out new recipes and ingredients, understanding your culinary interests and senses, cutting to mincing, plating and serving techniques, knife skills, food safety and cleaning up; these cooking classes designed just for kids are the perfect blend to learn professional cooking techniques. These are interactive cooking classes, so there will always be time for learning, questions and answers.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Chef Meenu
Fee: $280

Day: Mondays
Time: 4:25pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Chef Meenu
Fee: $280

Makers who are into crafty projects, this class is for you. We will spend some time listening to chill tunes while we create projects with string, yarn, 3D pens and circuits. Harness your skills with tools like a glue gun and 3D pen. Mix materials like paint or fabric with electrical components. Create cute and beautiful creations with yarn and string.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 3-4
Vendor: Keri Muller
Fee: $240 + $30 supply fee

There are two workshops focus mainly on creative writing skills as well as on academic writing skills. In these workshops, students are given the opportunity to express themselves freely through a wide range of vocabulary games and writing exercises. Older students will also practice writing expository, narrative, and argument essays as part of their curriculum through an innovative, engaging pedagogy that encourages creativity and originality in self expression. By the end of the session, students will be able to recognize and produce beginnings, endings, and climactic middles of stories. In grades 3-4, this will be paralleled with introductions, conclusions, and supporting paragraphs of academic essays.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: After School Life
Fee: $240

Through class discussions and readings, students will engage in acting They will apply these exercises to pieces of text that they will memorize and perform in front of their classmates with feedback from the teacher. Students will enhance their imagination, observation and concentration skills. There will be some text memorization, class rehearsal with peers, and practicing at home. No previous acting experience is necessary.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: After School Life
Fee: $240

Each class children will have the opportunity to learn what it takes to be good stewards of the Woodland garden. Children will participate in weeding, pruning, cleaning the beds, bird feeders and baths, planting two pollinator beds and more. The Garden Club is a great way for students to learn about all that goes into keeping a garden. Classes will meet Fridays from 3:15 - 4:15pm rain or shine and children should plan on bringing boots and rain jackets.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Valerie Welsh
Fee: $50

This class is designed as an introduction to the development of gymnastics skills. Our young athletes work on balance beam, floor circuits, and uneven bars. Children learn basic gymnastics positions such as tuck, pike, squat, straddle, and lunge. Beginning skills such as forward and backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheels are also introduced. Such skills improve gross motor skills, and hand eye coordination promoting reading readiness.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:30pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: The Fun Bubble
Fee: $240

Designed for athletes with no prior gymnastics experience. This class will focus on the foundations of gymnastics. Terminology, flexibility, and strength are the focus for this level. We will work on the execution and technique of cartwheels and handstands on floor; walks and balance holds on balance beam; pullover and casts on bars; and running and jumping on vault.

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: The Fun Bubble
Fee: $240

In this class, students will learn the basic urban choreography or studio hip-hop. The class will start with warm-up free-styling, stretching and conditioning. Then, will move into choreography set to today’s groove worthy jams. This is a great fun and exercise class. It will have students jumping, turning, moving forwards and backwards. This is the best class for students to get their exercise and dance techniques while having fun.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-2
Vendor: After School Life
Fee: $240

How cool would it be for you to be the boss at Apple or Nike for a day? In this leadership program, you can! Students act as CEOs for leading companies and collaborate to make strategic recommendations to address real business issues. Case studies include popular companies and examine the role of female and minority CEOs. Students enhance their problem-solving skills, develop business savvy and cultivate a strategic mindset as future leaders.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Spark Business Academy
Fee: $240

A fun and interactive Sports class focused on being active, learning, and having fun. Our highly trained and experienced staff will teach a variety of sports games including soccer, basketball, football, frisbee, as well as other fun activities that will help with their social and emotional non-cognitive skills.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: K-4
Vendor: Legarza Sports
Fee: $270

A fun and fast-paced basketball class focused on skill building and fun. This will feel like a mini camp, leaving everyone wanting more and ready for the next session! We have developed an effective curriculum that emphasizing building skills and developing fundamentals.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:30pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Legarza Sports
Fee: $240

Welcome to the world of Magic where every child is a star! In this unique course, students build self-confidence, performance skills, and theatrical charm to wow their audience with tricks from their very own magic kits! New to the world of magic? This is the perfect place to start! This course offers an experienced instructor, a step-by-step guidebook, and access to tutorial videos so children can continue their practice at home.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: K-2
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 supply fee

Nexplore Makers Club is an engineering program designed to inspire kids to pursue futures in science & technology. Students interact with fun Maker Kits that enhance mechanical, artistic, and engineering skills, while encouraging them to act as inventors in their own right. Participants design their own remote controlled hydraulic arms, learn to harness energy to power race cars, and experiment with structural design. Plus, students can keep their inventions and proudly share their projects with family and friends.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:30pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 supply fee

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 supply fee

At Berlitz, we believe in the power of language and cultural understanding to drive human progress. For over 140 years and around the world our immersive teaching approach has helped countless learners communicate effectively in a new language. Berlitz is pleased to be bringing its approach to instruction to the after-school program at The Woodland School. At the foundation of Berlitz is the Berlitz Method, which is a communicative approach to learning a language where students learn practical useful speaking skills, through a cycle through which instructors model the new language taught, the learners practice it with support and then ultimately are able to apply the new vocabulary and structure taught in real world situations. Each lesson is structured to achieve communicative goals that build upon material previously learned. The program is complemented with texts that enable learners to reinforce at home what they have learned with the instructor.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Berlitz
Fee: $200 + $25 supply fee

Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Berlitz
Fee: $200 + $25 supply fee

Explore Woodland's unique and varied ecosystems and nature! Each class includes a nature journal, complete with some of the flora and fauna found around campus, and a weekly hands-on activity to strengthen the content of the day. Children explore topics, such as animals, climate, ecosystems, and more. Classes are designed to engage children in the wonders of the world around them, integrate with NGSS standards, and incorporate STEM whenever possible.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-2
Vendor: Valerie Welsh
Fee: $270 + $35 supply fee

Join Ms. Pierce, MS Science teacher, to explore some exciting physical science.  We will begin by exploring some chemical reactions using some kitchen chemistry and finish with some simple circuits and magnetism.   The Grand Finale will be an Egg Drop!  Looking forward to welcoming you in our beautiful tents and Room 9 to explore.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 4:00pm
Grades: 3-4
Vendor: Elizabeth Pierce
Fee: $270 + $30 supply fee

Science Wiz is built upon inquiry, experimentation and play! Each Course, students will dive deep into one of the following scientific concepts: electricity, inventions, sound, energy, physics, light, DNA, magnetism and more! Student will receive their very own Science-Wiz™ kit to explore fundamental scientific ideas through hands-on play and activities and conduct experiments, many of which they will bring home to share with family and friends.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 supply fee

For the sports lover, future team General Manager, sports team owner or ESPN analyst, this unique program helps students view the world of sports from a business perspective. Students participate in fun mock drafts for various sports and analyze different sports topics, including the value of sports teams, player compensation, college sports, endorsements, the Nike vs Under Armour competition, sports agents, the Super Bowl, e-sports and more!

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Spark Business Academy
Fee: $270

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:30pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Spark Business Academy
Fee: $270

With near-perfect pitches, swings, kicks, strokes and sprints, an athlete’s skills come down to countless hours of practice and a whole lot of science. Designed to excite students by bringing STEM into their favorite activities, this program thrives on action-packed learning experiences. Each day, learners investigate the mechanics of a different movement, connecting STEM concepts, like force, motion and the influence of gravity, to the movement of their own bodies. What does friction have to do with soccer? Why would a football player need to know about unbalanced forces? How would an Olympian hold up against a kangaroo in the long jump? Answer these questions and so much more in Sports Science!

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $270 + $35 supply fee

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $270 + $35 supply fee

Emergencies can happen at any time! While the odds of being lost or stranded outdoors are pretty low, knowing what to do in an emergency is important. As survivalists, students learn exactly what to do in an emergency through the team-based study of real-world survival skills. From investigating the utility of tools to working through challenging situations, over this course, learners use ingenuity to gain crucial skills such as knot tying, water purification and compass navigation. Bringing STEM to the great outdoors, instructors love the hands-on, interactive and collaborative curriculum. With each thrilling activity, students gather their senses, put their new skills to the test and conquer every challenge Mother Nature throws their way!

Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 supply fee

Lights, camera, action! As the digital age continues to advance technology, making it more affordable and accessible to the public, it’s never been easier to learn the art of filmmaking. Developed around tablets and free editing software to make filmmaking fun and approachable, Video Production empowers students with technical skills in video filming and editing while exploring the historical significance of film and the unique elements of storytelling. From storyboarding and the rule of thirds to lighting and audio, each activity builds upon the previous day, culminating in a final film project that movie-makers proudly share at the festival held the last day of camp. Participants fuse art and technological literacy together as they bring STEM to the silver screen in this extraordinary introduction to filmmaking!

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 supply fee

Join artist Ms. Melinda Salerno as she teaches acrylic and watercolor painting tips and tricks to create landscapes, animals, still life and many more fun and creative projects.
The students will explore various elements of art using a variety of materials and mediums. She encourages students to explore their creativity to its full extent. This after school art club is perfect for the student looking to be involved in an extracurricular activity that possesses the opportunity for freedom of self-expression and interest.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Melinda Salerno
Fee: $260 + $40 for supplies

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Melinda Salerno
Fee: $260 + $40 for supplies

If you like “Shark Tank,” this interactive program is for you! Join other intrepid students and learn what it takes to launch your own business. Students build self-confidence while developing business skills in strategy, marketing and finance. They select a business idea, learn to develop a business plan and make a pitch presentation on the last day. Students even create a real website and design their own business cards!

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 3-4
Vendor: Spark Business Academy
Fee: $180

John Tust brings his 25 years as a professional carpenter  to his work with "Kids Carpentry."  A fan favorite enrichment class since 2011,  Kids Carpentry provides an opportunity for Mr. Tust to teach children the safe-use of woodworking with hand-tools. While building their projects from scratch, students are introduced to concepts of applied math, problem solving, and fine motor skills.  Students are empowered to become independent thinkers as they design and build projects that may include boats, clocks, games, trucks, doll furniture, and much more. The "Kids Carpentry" motto: Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: John Tust
Fee: $306 (includes supplies)

Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: John Tust
Fee: $306 (includes supplies)

Chess Wizards offers fun, intellectual and challenging chess education and tournament experiences to children of all abilities and ages. Our chess instruction is held at participating schools, as well as park districts, churches, and chess clubs. We also offer private lessons, run scholastic tournaments, and hold chess camps in the summer. We believe learning should be fun! Kids play chess because it is fun, not because it ‘is good for their cognitive, social, and emotional development.’ Our students learn chess is fun on Day 1! In addition to lessons and traditional gameplay, we incorporate variations of chess games that build teamwork and foster a genuine enjoyment of a game over a thousand years old!

Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-4
Vendor: Chess Wizards
Fee: $210

Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:15pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Chess Wizards
Fee: $210

Explore the magic of computer programming with Scratch, a software developed by MIT’s best brains to encourage young learners to combine creativity with logic! With a cutting-edge application and a series of exciting projects, students uncover the sensational world of coding. Every day, participants expand their skills as they build their very own interactive storyboards and games with audio, video, animated characters and more.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

Keva Planks, cardboard, Legos, and more- Imagine the possibilities!  Kindergarten and first grade construction crew, join Miss Keri in the Design Lab for building challenges and projects galore!  Every child walks out the last day with a framed Green Screen image of them put into at least one of their creations (it will appear that their creation is life size!). 

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Keri Mueller
Fee: $240 + $25 for supplies

Calling all Junior Paleontogists! Dive into the distant past with former paleontoligist Chrystine Skelly to learn about Ice Age animals, Dinosaurs, and even take a couple of virtual fieldtrips to different Paleontology sites. Students will engage in paleontology themed crafts and participate in a dig!

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3:45pm
Grades: K-2
Vendor: Chrystine Skelly
Fee: $240 + $30 for supplies

A fun and interactive Sports class focused on being active, learning, and having fun. Our highly trained and experienced staff will teach a variety of sports games including soccer, basketball, football, frisbee, as well as other fun activities that will help with their social and emotional non-cognitive skills.

Day: Wednesdays and Fridays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-4
Vendor: Legarza Sports
Fee: $420

Welcome to the world of Magic where every child is a star! In this unique course, students build self-confidence, performance skills, and theatrical charm to wow their audience with tricks from their very own magic kits! New to the world of magic? This is the perfect place to start! This course offers an experienced instructor, a step-by-step guidebook, and access to tutorial videos so children can continue their practice at home.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:30pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:30pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $180 + $35 for supplies

Nexplore Makers Club is an engineering program designed to inspire kids to pursue futures in science & technology. Students interact with fun Maker Kits that enhance mechanical, artistic, and engineering skills, while encouraging them to act as inventors in their own right. Participants design their own remote controlled hydraulic arms, learn to harness energy to power race cars, and experiment with structural design. Plus, students can keep their inventions and proudly share their projects with family and friends.

Day: Mondays
Time: 4:30pm
Grades: 5-8
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:30pm
Grades: 2-4
Vendor: Nexplore
Fee: $180 + $35 for supplies

This innovative class on financial literacy lays the foundation for healthy financial habits early in life, empowering students with the mindset to start making sound financial decisions and develop into responsible global citizens. Role-playing and fun activities keep students engaged. Some topics include: currencies of the world, budgeting 101, checks and bank accounts, credit cards and debit cards, and taxes.

Day: Fridays
Time: 2:30pm
Grades: K-2
Vendor: Spark Business Academy
Fee: $180

Environmental science comes alive with Nature Watch activity kits! Every activity is centered around a hands-on project designed to engage, enlighten, and enliven the learning process. Each course covers one important topic, such as animals, ecosystems, climate, and more. To further promote discovery, all kits include a craft so each participant can “make and take” their project home. Nature Watch’s activity kits are fully aligned to NGSS, advance 21st century science education, and allow for STEAM extensions.

Day: Mondays
Time: 3:15pm
Grades: K-1
Vendor: Valerie Welsh
Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

Nexplore Games is an innovative program that uses an internationally acclaimed selection of strategy and mind games to enhance 21st century life skills and teach students how to think, rather than what to think. Our mission to use award-winning selection of mind and strategy games from all over the world to teach a vast array of 21st century skills, addressing logic/reasoning, social, emotional, study skills, values, leadership, communication, science & environment, mathematics, reading/language arts, economy and entrepreneurship.

Day: Thursdays

Time: 3:15pm

Grades: 2-4

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $210 + $35 for supplies

Join Middle School science teacher, Ms. Pierce, to engage in a fun and hands-on experience designed to spark curiosity. This session, we will focus on the topic of Energy in its many forms.  Building a solar oven, a model car and a catapult are a few of our projects.  We will form hypotheses, take data and spend time constructing some of our equipment. Looking forward to welcoming you in our beautiful tents for this course as we have fun and explore together.

Day: Mondays

Time: 4:30pm

Grades: 2-4

Vendor: Elizabeth Pierce

Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

Students will develop games and experiences in virtual reality with CoSpaces, a software that runs on the browser, smartphone, and Google Cardboard. For example, they’ll be able to make a 3D personal museum with their family history, then strap on VR goggles to walk through the museum. VR is an emerging technology that may become a household form of entertainment and information this decade.

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 4:15pm

Grades: 5-8

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

NEXPLORE ART is an interactive art program that explores fundamental art concepts such as color mixing, drawing, shading, texture, and more. Throughout the course, students will make fun, creative and age-appropriate projects using different media such as acrylic paint, water color, and oil pastels. Hands-on activities allow students to develop a joy in learning art, enhance their creativity and build upon their own strengths and interests. In the Famous Artists Course students get to learn about different artists, their styles, and techniques. They then construct an artistic representation that emulates one of the artists’ famous pieces.

Day: Thursdays

Time: 4:15pm

Grades: 5-8

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $210 + $35 for supplies

Blocksmith: 3D Coding & Design offers a unique opportunity to learn and explore programming and video game design. Using the Blocksmith Builder software, learners create 3D games and scenarios, bringing them to life through an extensive logic system. These creations can be played immediately, or uploaded to Virtual – and Augmented Reality viewing devices. A fun and exciting journey for students and educators alike, Blocksmith allows learning environments of all sizes to create, share and experience the wide world of video game design and virtual reality. Discover Blocksmith teaches students many skills with real-world applications, including programming concepts (ie. logic, variables, spawners), user interface and user experience design concepts (UI and UX design), video game development, VR and AR applications, 3D modeling and more computer science topics.

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 4:30pm

Grades: 5-8

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

Welcome to the wonderful world of acrylic painting with Ms. Melinda! Explore and learn the very versatile method of painting with a variety of brush strokes. Artists will learn about the great masters and their painting techniques and the magic of color blending and creating mixed media art. Through eight lessons, students will develop their imaginative, visual and creative skills while working on projects that are exciting and fun. "Every child is an artist." Pablo Picasso

Day: Thursdays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: 5-8

Vendor: Melinda Salerno

Fee: $260 + $40 for supplies

John Tust brings his 25 years as a professional carpenter to his work with "Kids Carpentry." A fan favorite enrichment class since 2011, Kids Carpentry provides an opportunity for Mr. Tust to teach children the safe-use of woodworking with hand-tools. While building their projects from scratch, students are introduced to concepts of applied math, problem solving, and fine motor skills. Students are empowered to become independent thinkers as they design and build projects that may include boats, clocks, games, trucks, doll furniture, and much more. The "Kids Carpentry" motto: Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment.

Day: Thursdays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: K-1

Vendor: John Tust

Fee: $350 (includes supplies)

Day: Thursdays

Time: 4:30pm

Grades: 2-4

Vendor: John Tust

Fee: $350 (includes supplies)

The Yes For Chess enrichment program designs a fun and stimulating setting to teach kids creative problem​​​​​​-solving and critical thinking skills. All skill levels are encouraged, even those students with no chess experience. Our approach is a refreshing alternative to the sometimes overly competitive world of scholastic chess. Instead, we believe that children will learn chess if they are having fun. So, we recruit instructors who are great with kids and have a background in chess. By building relationships with joy at the center, students develop their chess skills throughout their 8 week session.

Day: Fridays

Time: 2:30pm

Grades: K-4

Vendor: Yes For Chess

Fee: $240

Day: Fridays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: 5-8

Vendor: Yes For Chess

Fee: $240

Explore the magic of computer programming with Scratch, a software developed by MIT’s best brains to encourage young learners to combine creativity with logic! With a cutting-edge application and a series of exciting projects, students uncover the sensational world of coding. Every day, participants expand their skills as they build their very own interactive storyboards and games with audio, video, animated characters and more.

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 4:30pm

Grades: 1-3

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $210 + $35 for supplies

Calling all Junior Paleontologists! Dive into the distant past with former paleontologist Chrystine Skelly to learn about Ice Age animals, Dinosaurs, and even take a couple of virtual field trips to different Paleontology sites. Students will engage in paleontology themed crafts and participate in a dig!

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 3:00pm

Grades: K-3

Vendor: Chrystine Skelly

Fee: $210 + $30 for supplies

A fun and interactive Sports class focused on being active, learning, and having fun. Our highly trained and experienced staff will teach a variety of sports games including soccer, basketball, football, frisbee, as well as other fun activities that will help with their social and emotional non-cognitive skills.

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: K-4

Vendor: Legarza Sports

Fee: $240

Woodland’s Maker’s Club is calling all Makers, Crafters, Inventors and Designers! Join Lower School iLab teacher Miss Keri if you like exploring new materials, designing, and creating projects. Some of these projects will be taken home and some will be created together with reusable supplies. This session’s theme is “Move It!” where each of the activities and projects include things that involve action!

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: 2-4

Vendor: Keri Muller

Fee: $210 + $40 for supplies

Environmental science comes alive with Nature Watch activity kits! Every activity is centered around a hands-on project designed to engage, enlighten, and enliven the learning process. Each course covers one important topic, such as animals, ecosystems, climate, and more. To further promote discovery, all kits include a craft so each participant can “make and take” their project home. Nature Watch’s activity kits are fully aligned to NGSS, advance 21st century science education, and allow for STEAM extensions.

Day: Mondays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: K-1

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $180 + $35 for supplies

Coding without a computer? It’s the best way to start! This program provides students a hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of both coding and robotics, allowing them to build and execute programs in the real world! With award-winning Cubelets kits, students combine robotic cubes–each with their own unique function–to create machines that can light up, move, and interact with the world around them. Students gain an in-depth understanding of fundamental concepts like inputs, outputs, and processing, and discover how simple building-blocks can come together to perform more and more complex tasks. By working together to solve coding and building challenges, students also reinforce essential life skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: K-2

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $240 + $35 for supplies

Science Wiz uses inquiry, experimentation, and play as the foundation for programming. During each course, students will dive deep into one of the following scientific concepts: electricity, inventions, sound, energy, physics, light, DNA, magnetism, and more! Students will receive their very own Science-Wiz™ kit to explore fundamental scientific ideas and conduct experiments.  Classes will focus on hands-on play and activities allowing students to bring home many activities to share with family and friends.

Day: Mondays

Time: 4:30pm

Grades: 2-4

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $180 + $35 for supplies

Lights, camera, action! As the digital age continues to advance technology, making it more affordable and accessible to the public, it’s never been easier to learn the art of filmmaking. Developed around tablets and open source editing software to make filmmaking fun and approachable, Video Production empowers students with technical skills in video filming and editing while exploring the historical significance of film and the unique elements of storytelling. From storyboarding and the rule of thirds to lighting and audio, each activity builds upon the previous one, culminating in a final film project that movie-makers proudly share at the festival held the last day of class. Participants fuse art and technological literacy together as they bring STEM to the silver screen in this extraordinary introduction to filmmaking!

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 3:30pm

Grades: 5-8

Vendor: Nexplore

Fee: $245 (includes supplies)

Grammy Award Winning piano teacher, Christian Tumalan, provides private 30-minute piano lessons.

Day: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays

Time: 3:00-6:00pm

Grades: K-8

Vendor: Christian Tumalan 

Fee: $600