Chess

This class combines those new to chess and students that already know the basics of the game. Beginners will learn the rules, with an emphasis on the geometry of the chessboard and the geometric way in which the pieces move. More knowledgeable students receive instruction on basic chess tactics, with an emphasis of checkmates. Younger students may receive chess coloring books, and older students may receive a book on chess problems. All students are encouraged to play chess in the classroom as well as at home.

$215

September 11 - November 13
10 Sessions
Price includes a $15 materials fee

Spanish Intermediate*

The intermediate class assumes a basic knowledge of Spanish vocabulary. The class will introduce vocabulary in an ongoing manner to improve the student’s lexicon. As students progress, the focus of the class will shift from vocabulary building to conversational Spanish.

* Students with basic knowledge of Spanish are encouraged to enroll!

Please note that this class is held twice a week in a 45min blocks.

$300

September 5 - November 9
20 Sessions
Price includes a $15 materials fee

Elementary French K-2nd

Apprenez le français! In this class, students will be introduced to the French language through an array of fun activities, games, songs, and art. The young learners will be engaged in hands-on activities and role-playing exercises as they practice basic vocabulary, simple phrases, and essential conversational skills. While fostering curiosity for the language, the class will also
introduce appreciation of the French culture and Francophone regions.

Please note that this class is held twice a week in a 45min blocks.

$265

September 5 - October 31
17 Sessions
Price includes a $15 materials fee

Photography

In Photography students will learn how to capture the moment, and to share the world around you. In each class, we will work on a project focusing on a topic, artists, or media and work on a long-term project. Lessons will support a relevant art curriculum for grade levels. Students will be “exposed” to analog, digital, and alternative process photography. Hands-on photo practices such as hand-coloring and cyanotype will be presented as well as photo storytelling. As the young photographers explore different mediums and concepts, they will learn how the two intertwine.

$225

September 6- November 8
10 Sessions
Price includes a $25 materials fee.

Cooking: Kitchen Explorers: Fall K-2nd

Each week students will discover seasonal produce or cooking techniques. While exploring the wide range of ingredients’ tastes, the students will learn the science behind cooking (including conducting experiments) as they prepare dishes. Covered topics will include knife skills; kitchen and food safety; cleanliness; measurement, and how to read a recipe. Students will work together on the recipes and will sample all of the prepared dishes. Sometimes, students will bring home treats to share. The recipes will be vegetarian, though meat might be an occasional option.

$240

September 5 - November 7
10 Sessions
Price include a $20 materials fee

Elementary French 3rd-6th*

Apprenez le français! In this class, students will be introduced to the French language through an array of fun activities, games, songs, and art. While fostering curiosity for the language, the class will also introduce appreciation of the French culture and Francophone regions.

Please note that this class is held twice a week in a 45min blocks.

*Students with basic knowledge of French are encouraged to enroll.

$265

September 5 - October 31
17 Sessions
Price includes a $15 materials fee

Cooking: Kitchen Explorers: Fall (3rd- 6th)

Each week we will focus on seasonal produce or cooking techniques. We will taste the ingredients, learn some of the science behind cooking (and do some experiments) and cook up a recipe together. Topics covered will include knife skills, kitchen and food safety and cleanliness, measurement, and how to read a recipe. Students will work together in groups on the recipes, adding their own flare and twists when possible. Recipes will be vegetarian, though meat might be an option occasionally.

*If your child has a food allergy, please ensure our Cooking Instractor and Exracurricular Coordiantor has updated registration information about all restrictions and possible medications*

$300

September 6 - November 8
10 Sessions
Price includes a $20 materials fee.

Challenge Island® WORLD TOUR

Challenge Island® is where engineering meets imagination! It’s a one of a kind enrichment program on the cutting edge of S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Education and 21st Century Learning. Inspired by a popular reality TV show, each semester of Challenge Island takes place on a unique thematic island where our adventurous STEAM teams tackle high-level thinking and engineering challenges at whimsical weekly destinations.

This fall we offer the World Tour Island, so pack your suitcases for Challenge Island’s® World Tour! You and a STEAM Team of friends will engineer your way around the globe - from the Eiffel tower to Sydney Harbor Bridge to the Taj Mahal to Mt. Kilimanjaro. You’ll design an African safari, Antarctic penguin toboggans and even stir up some Colombian STEAMbucks coffee slime. An unforgettable journey across oceans and continents, this globe-trotting island is a not to be missed Challenge Island adventure.

$245

September 8th - November 10th
10 weeks
Price includes a $20 materials fee.