Sligo Creek Elementary School PTA

Winter 2012 Afterschool Program

REGISTRATION FOR COURSES IS AVAILABLE ONLINE (BELOW) ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS. ˜ General Information ˜ Download the Afterschool Program

DATES TO REMEMBER Registrations are due Friday, January 6, 2011 Confirmation letters are distributed via e-mail by January 7, 2012 If you must pay by check or have any registration questions, please contract Marisa Osorio at 301-588-2596 or afterschool@scespta.org Si necesita traducción el favor de llamar a Marisa Osorio  (301) 588-2596

Yoga By Clifton Enrichment

Your child will learn and practice yoga movements designed to strengthen growing muscles and increase flexibility. Helpful balancing techniques, including relaxation and stress reduction, help increase concentration and improve mental acuity.  The yoga instructor will introduce one positive core value each week to reinforce a sense of awareness, and a thoughtful attitude on and off the yoga mat. Monday Grades K – 5 8 week class Jan 9, 2012–Mar 19, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $140 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Martial Arts with Master Howard Kea

So Bahk Do is an ancient traditional Korean martial art that develops every aspect of self: intellect, body, emotion and spirit. Consistent training leads to focus, concentration and improved physical abilities, such a flexibility, strength, stamina and speed. These skills will help your child develop a sense of confidence. Safety is of the utmost importance. So Bahk Do is a non-contact art form. Former SCES parent, Howard Kea will lead our So Bahk Do class. In addition to teaching elementary age after school programs for several years, Dr. Kea leads a karate studio here at SSIMS every Tuesday and Thursday evening.  Loose comfortable clothing is recommended. No uniform is necessary. Monday Grades 1-5 8 week class Jan 9, 2012 – Mar 12, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $120 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Robo Challenge by Adventures with Robots, LLC

Took our LEGO® Robotics class and want more? And more of a challenge? This class is for you. Instead of working with step-by-step building directions and sample programs, we’ll start each class with a programming challenge, set by our instructors. After meeting that challenge, we’ll use LEGO® robotics kits to design bots to go with our programs. Bots we built included factory bots (forklifts) that could drive up to a target, stop before crashing into it and then back up; and all sorts of cars. One of our favorite challenges: build a bot that can trap one of our Hexbug Nanos. How would you do that? With a trap door? A closing gate? What robotic device would trigger your trap? A motion sensor? A tilt sensor? How would you program your machine, and why? It’s up to you how to solve the problem. Monday: Grades 3-5 8 week class Jan 9, 2012 – Mar 19, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $120 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Knitting with Evelyn Pinkham

Join instructor Evelyn Pinkham and learn how to knit. Students will learn how to cast on, bind off, the knit stitch, the purl stitch and complete a scrunchy or washcloth, a drawstring bag and a scarf. Students will also learn about gauge and different types of fiber. Note: A material purchase needs to be made before class begins. Please contact Marisa Osorio at afterschool@scespta.org for more details. Students who are eight years-old when the session begins can also register for the class. Monday Grades 3-5 7 week class Jan 30, 2012 - Mar 19, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $120 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Beginner Spanish by Foreign Language in Elementary Schools

Let’s speak Spanish! This 12-week program emphasizes conversation and learning to communicate using short and simple sentences. Each lesson gives children the chance to act out dialogues, play games and sing. Opportunities for learning abound as teachers share their culture with the class! Tuesday Grades 2-5 12 week class Jan 24, 2012 – Apr 17, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $150 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Nature Club With Echoes of Nature

This session will have a variety of nature related themes, usually with live animals that will be viewed up close and possibly touched.  Have fun with nature related activities and crafts.  Some activities take place outside, please dress accordingly.  Participants are certain to have lots of fun and learning! Echo Uzzo, who runs an educational outreach company named Echoes of Nature, brings exotic creatures like bugs and turtles into schools and retirement homes to educate young and old. Tuesday Grades K-2 8 week class Jan 17, 2012 – Mar 13, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $100 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Reach Out Pilates by Overtime Athletics

Power up your powerhouse while challenging your mobility, agility, and flexibility. The basic principles of this fast growing fitness activity will be emphasized each lesson and new exercises such as the Swan Dive, Teaser, and the Seal will be introduced each lesson. Master your balance and coordination with Pilates.

Tuesday Grades K-5 9 week class Jan 17, 2012 – Mar 13, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $110 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Poems and Stories With Liz Rees

Learn what makes a really good story or poem. Students will practice writing and reading your own creations, and collaborating with other students. For those interested in using French in their poems and stories, that's an option, too!  The class will culminate in a poetry reading performance for parents and friends. Liz Rees, a winner of national poetry contests, will lead your child's imagination through a series of creative writing exercises and games. Tuesday: Grades 3-5 8 week class Jan 17, 2012 – Mar 13, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $110 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Cartooning by Create Arts Center

Students will learn the basic tools for creating their very own cartoon characters and comic book. Students will start with learning basic line and shape, moving on to character development, then creating storyboards and completing the class by inking their final draft. No previous illustrating experience is needed just the desire to tell their own story by drawing the pictures. Tuesday: Grades 3-5 8 week class Jan 17, 2012 – Mar 6, 2012 Class Ends at 4:45 PM Fee: $125 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Karate by Kaizen Karate

Kaizen Karate has been offering instruction and training in the martial arts since 2003.  Students will learn proper forms, style, techniques, and discipline.  All karate classes are fun and will help students gain confidence while getting into excellent shape!  Students will be safe at all times during their martial arts training. Wednesday Grades K-5 9 week class Jan 18, 2012 - Mar 14, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $115 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Intermediate Knitting by Evey Pinkham

Students in the fall beginning knitting class will continue to improve their knitting and purling and continue their projects. Students with solid knitting experience are also welcome to join this class. Note: Students can also be eight years-old when the class begins to register for the class. Wednesday Grades 3-5 8 week class Feb 1, 2012 - Mar 21, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $130 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Read it and Eat it by Kerry Tripp

Read It and Eat It is going global! In addition to reading regional folk tales, we will cook items from different countries including our first attempt at couscous! Cooking involves early math and science skills plus self-confidence building from the feeling of accomplishment in making something with the group. Children obtain an openness to try new foods and a sense of teamwork. A highlight is the parent/guardian & child tea party at the end of the session. Join us for some good messy fun. Wednesday Grades 1-5 6 week class Jan 11, 2012 - Feb 15, 2012 Class ends at 4:45 PM Fee: $110 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

T+ Engineering by World Ace Tech Center

Interested in how things work and like taking things apart? Then this class might be for you. Each class explains scientific and physics concepts or basic electronics and then performing an activity. Students are provided with materials, scale models and batteries. Learn how engineering works! Wednesday Grades 3-5 6 week class Jan 18, 2012 - Feb 22, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $115 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Chess Club with Wayne Spon

Join instructor Wayne Spon and learn one of the oldest games in the world. This class is for those who know how to play the game of chess and want to improve their strategy and tactics. Wednesday Grades 3-5 9 week class Jan 18, 2012 - Mar 14, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $50 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Adventures in Art by Create Arts Center

Students dive into drawing and painting, pottery, sculpture, tissue paper collages, cartooning and more. They might use these techniques to create a seasonal project, puppet, diorama, or just their next masterpiece. Thursday Grades K-2 8 week class Jan 19, 2012 - Mar 8, 2012 Class ends at 4:45 PM Fee: $125 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Cheerleading by Hoop Education

In this program, students will go beyond just the basics of cheerleading. The students will be learning cheers, chants, jumps and basic stunts – all in preparation for a performance in front of friends and family at the end of the 10-week class. The goal of the class is to have fun, be vocal and gain leadership. It’s also a great physical indoor winter activity!

Thursday Grades K-2 10 week class Jan 12, 2012 - Mar 15, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $125 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Cheerleading by Hoop Education

In this program, students will go beyond just the basics of cheerleading. The students will be learning cheers, chants, jumps and basic stunts – all in preparation for a performance in front of friends and family at the end of the 10-week class. The goal of the class is to have fun, be vocal and gain leadership. It’s also a great physical indoor winter activity!

Thursday Grades 3-5 10 week class Jan 12, 2012 - Mar 15, 2012 Class ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $125 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Introduction to Spanish by Foreign Language in Elementary Schools

Let's speak Spanish! During the 10-week program, which includes all materials, children learn while having fun. Spanish is taught through an interactive retelling of well-known children’s folktales. Bright and cheerful visuals, flashcards and puppets spark the children’s imagination. Singing, role-play, games, body movements and hands–on activities are part of each lesson. Thursday Grades K-1 10 week class Jan 19, 2012 - Mar 29, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM      Fee: $150 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Lego Robotics by Adventure with Robots, LLC

Beginners learn to build and program LEGO robots using LEGO Education's award-winning WeDo programming software. In this course, students follow step-by-step on-screen instructions to build their robots, and then build a suggested program to get their robots working. After that, those who are ready build more complicated programs involving motion or tilt sensors, or improvise to make their robots achieve certain tasks.  Adventures with Robots is a new after-school program where kids learn to build and program machines and robots using LEGO Education©'s award-winning WeDo© software and construction kits. We introduce kids to the basics of mechanics and elementary computer programming concepts in a super fun environment. NOTE: If your child has taken this class previously, please note it is the same class and the student may be a little bored if he or she takes it again. Friday: Grades 2-5 8 week class Jan 20, 2012 – Mar 9, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $120 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Storybook Science by Adventures with Robots, LLC

Mythbusters isn’t just for big kids. In this class for students in kindergarten and grade 1, we’ll read a different story each week to our kindergarten and first grade scientists and then conduct hands-on science experiments to test the truthfulness or recreate certain elements of each story! When we read Jon Scieszka’s The True Story of The 3 Little Pigs, for instance, we’ll test the power of wind – can it really blow down a house? How does air pressure work? Let’s build our own houses and see if they stand up to our air pump! For Doreen Cronin’s Diary of a Worm, we’ll each build an earthworm habitat to take home! Join the fun! Friday: Grades K-1 7 week class Jan 20, 2012 – Mar 9, 2012 Class Ends at 4:30 PM Fee: $110 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER