Instructor:          Gurus Education Certified Teacher
Grade Levels:     2 - 5
Day/Dates:          Wednesday – Aug 28  |  Sept 4, 11, 18, 25 |  Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Sessions:             10 x 1 Hour
Time:                    2:05 - 3:05pm
Room:                   J104
Tuition:                 Early Bird - $200          After August 14th - $210

Make your biggest fear, your greatest triumph!!

Our program will provide your child with the instruction, interaction, and practice to develop confidence and deliver compelling presentations with lesser anxiety.  This class will not only teach non-verbal skills, but will also enhance their writing, critical thinking & communication skills.  Kids will learn to make strong arguments through thought provoking topics, campaign speeches, and thru various activities.

We make learning EASY & FUN and prepare them for SUCCESS!!

Enrollment Open

Instructor:          Challenge Island Instructor
Grade Levels:     TK - 1
Day/Dates:          Thursday - Aug 29  |  Sept 5, 12, 19, 26  |  Oct 3, 17, 24  |  Nov 7
Sessions:             9 classes x 67 minutes
Time:                     2:05pm - 3:12pm
Room:                   TBA
Tuition:                  Early Bird - $208       After August 15th - $218

Join us for an exciting island expedition where you and your pals will take a journey through the Animal Kingdom. Dive into the captivating world of diverse habitats, including oceans, rainforests, farms, and the realms of birds and reptiles. Along the way, you'll have the chance to explore various sensory bins and unleash your creativity through arts and crafts. Prepare for an incredibly thrilling adventure at Challenge Island's® Animal Island™!

Note: The instructor for Animal Island  has agreed to pickup and drop off TK and Kindergarten students from EDCC.  If your child is enrolled in EDCC please complete and turn int the required EDCC form allowing them to release your child to the Challenge Island nstructor. Otherwise, parents will need to bring their students back to school to attend this afternoon class.

Enrollment Open

Instructor:          Ms. Jean Wright from Cafe Art
Grade Level       1 - 5
Day/Dates:          Monday - Aug 26  | Sept 9, 16, 23, 30  |  Oct 7, 14, 21, 28   
Sessions:             9 classes x 67 minutes
Time:                    3:05 - 4:12pm
Room:                  TBA
Tuition:                 Early Bird - $199        After August 12th - $209

Join us for an exciting session where creativity and self-expression come to life! In our Fall After-School Art and Journaling Class, students will dive into the world of journaling, scrapbooking, and imaginative art projects. This class is designed to help children explore creative and artistic ways to journal their hopes, feelings, memories, and goals while crafting personal art pieces.

There is no "right way" to do art or journaling, making this class a perfect space for kids to freely express themselves. Art journaling is all about the process of being creative, whether it's ugly, pretty, messy, neat, silly, profound, quiet, loud, sad, happy, or expressive—all without judgment.

Students are encouraged to bring their own photos (4x6 or smaller) to document events in their lives or incorporate them into their art projects. Throughout the session, students will create their own art journal and learn techniques such as collage, stamping, and metal art. This class promises a fun, engaging, and enriching experience for all young artists!

Journaling helps to encourage self-confident but also with communication skills, creativity, emotional well-being, memory, self awareness and literacy.

Enrollment Open

Instructor:         Pacific Chess Academy 
Grade Level:       1 - 5
Day/Dates:          Tuesday – Aug  27  |  Sept 3, 10, 17, 24  |  Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Sessions:             10 classes x 1 Hour
Time:                    3:05pm - 4:05pm  
Room:                   TBA
Tuition:                 Early Bird Pricing - $208         After August 13th - $218

Learn chess with Pacific Chess Academy! Offered to all levels (Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced) this program is a great opportunity for kids to learn how to overcome obstacles, think strategically, cultivate champion psychology, stay focused, and make new friends.

Each lesson consists of interactive instructions, analysis, and tournament games during which students play against each other. Lessons are fun and easy to follow and include individual instructions to practice at home. Kids are provided with all necessary chess equipment for lessons (boards, pieces, clocks, demonstration tools).

Additional online sessions (two per semester) will help students to improve their skills and become decent chess players in no time. In-person tournaments are organized at the end of each semester- all participants get trophies!  Our students can enjoy a FREE application PACIFIC CHESS ACADEMY, easily downloadable from AppStore, to play against friends or computers, solve puzzles and participate in online tournaments. The Leaderboard allows parents to monitor their children’ progress.

6 Reasons Kids Should Learn Chess

1. Improves concentration, attention span and memory abilities.
2. Enhances reading and math skills.
3. Fosters critical-thinking and creativity in young minds.
4. Encourages and rewards hard work.
5. Develops problem solving skills.
6. Exercises both sides of your brain.
   
   
   

Enrollment Open

Instructor:         CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level:      2 - 5
Day/Dates:         Thursday – March 14, 21, 28   |  April 11, 18, 25   |  May 2, 9, 16, 23
Sessions:            10 classes x 1 hour
Time:                   3:05pm - 4:05pm
Room:                 E104
Tuition:               Early Bird - $199         After March 7 - $210

Let your student explore the world of engineering, electronics and circuitry in this new and creative course designed to inspire your students’s interest in new forms of technology. This innovative and hands-on course combines electrical engineering and helps your student learn about important concepts like clean energy.

During the class, students will build their own circuits and learn in-depth about electricity, batteries, parallel and series circuits, resistors, switches, transistors and more.

Our instructors will teach basic engineering, electronics and circuitry concepts by building components (musical doorbell, siren, motion detectors, 2 speed fan with lights and many more) using hands-on Snap Circuit kits.

Students will also learn and build clean energy tools such as electric cars, windmills, solar powered car, and hand-generated power in addition to geothermal, hydrogen fuel cells, wind, solar, tidal, hydro, and other technologies. The class is perfect for budding environmentalists and future engineers!

 Enrollment Open

Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook Writing & Reading courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.

Instructor:             Talent Nook Writing Academy 
Grade Level:          3 - 5
Day/Dates:            Tuesday - Aug  27  |  Sept 3, 10, 17, 24  |  Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Sessions:                10 classes x 1 hour
Time:                       3:05 - 4:05pm
Room:                     TBA
Tuition:                    Early Bird Pricing -  $230        After August 13th - $240

Embark on a journey of imagination with our upcoming course, Creative Writing: Narrative and Folklore. Tailored to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for storytelling, this course introduces students to the captivating realms of Narrative and Folklore.

In the initial sessions, students will dive into interactive narratives, exploring diverse storytelling techniques and crafting their tales. Through engaging narratives, they will immerse themselves in the rich storytelling tradition, learning to develop characters, plot twists, and settings that captivate readers' imaginations.

As students delve into Folklore, they will unravel the mysteries of traditional tales and legends passed down through generations. From mythical creatures to heroic adventures, they will analyze the themes and motifs in folklore, gaining insight into the cultural significance of these timeless stories.

Through the exploration of Narrative and Folklore, students will:

• Hone their storytelling skills, crafting compelling narratives that captivate audiences.
• Explore the cultural significance of folklore, gaining a deeper understanding of traditional storytelling.
• Cultivate a love for literature and creative expression, fostering a lifelong appreciation for the power of storytelling.

Enrollment Open

Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook Writing & Reading courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.

Instructor:             Talent Nook Writing Academy 
Grade Level:          1 - 2
Day/Dates:            Thursday – March 14, 21, 28   |  April 11, 18, 25   |  May 2, 9, 16, 23 
Sessions:                10 sessions x 1 Hour
Time:                       3:05 - 4.05pm   
Room:                     TBA
Tuition:                    Early Bird Pricing -  $200       After March 7 - $210

Embark on an imaginative journey with our upcoming course, Creative Writing. Designed to encourage creativity, critical thinking, and a love for storytelling, this course introduces students to the dynamic worlds of Comedy and Thriller genres.

In the first five sessions, students will be engaged in interactive comedic tales featuring relatable characters and settings, which will be narrated. These stories will introduce them to the whimsical world of Comedy, emphasizing the humor derived from everyday situations. Through laughter and perspective, students will naturally connect with characters whose experiences mirror their own, fostering a sense of familiarity.

Instructor:         CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level:      2 - 5
Day/Dates:         Wednesday – March 13, 20, 27   |  April 10, 17, 24   |  May 1, 8, 15, 22
Sessions:            10 classes  x 1 Hour
Time:                   2:05  - 3:05pm
Room:                  G101
Tuition:               Early Bird - $199          After March 6 - $210

This is a beginner’s course in design and building games. Students will be using the roblox game engine to build 3D games and learning the fundamentals of programming doing so. This is a fun way for kids to learn programming while applying their creative side to design games. They will be learning and practicing the concepts of variables, IF ELSE conditions, Loops, timers, functions, checkpoint, and events in this course.

Note: Students can enroll in this class twice without repeating projects.

Enrollment Open

Instructor:           Lando Trained Instructor
Grade Level:       1- 3
Day/Dates:          Tuesday - Aug  27  |  Sept 3, 10, 17, 24  |  Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Sessions:             10 classes x 90 minutes
Time:                    3:05 - 4:35pm
Room:                  TBA
Tuition:                 Early Bird - $375        After August 13th  - $385

Our classes are designed to engage both new and experienced coders. Instead of your typical coding puzzles, students learn by creating a variety of mini-games. They’ll master key concepts — such as sequencing, variables, conditionals, and events — all while enjoying the process of building games for themselves and their friends. We provide laptops loaded with our custom, distraction-free version of Scratch and send regular updates to keep parents informed about each student’s progress.

Enrollment Open

Instructor:           Lando Trained Instructor
Grade Level:       1- 3
Day/Dates:          Monday - Aug 26  | Sept 9, 16, 23, 30  |  Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
Sessions:             9 classes x 90 minutes
Time:                    3:05 - 4:35pm
Room:                  TBA
Tuition:                 Early Bird - $340        After August 12th  - $350

Unlock artistic passion with our unique sculpting technique class, developed by experts from the Rhode Island School of Design. Students explore fundamental concepts such as color theory and structural supports while learning to simplify complex forms. Each session introduces new and exciting projects from our extensive library of builds, ensuring fresh challenges and creative fun for all skill levels. In addition, students can take home their unique sculptures to showcase their growing skills.

Enrollment Open

Instructor:        Talentnook Academy
Grade Level:    3 - 5
Day/Dates:        Thursday - Aug 29  |  Sept 5, 12, 19, 26  |  Oct 3, 17, 24  |  Nov 7 
Sessions:           9 classes x 67 minutes 
Time:                  2:05 - 3:12pm 
Room:                 TBA
Tuition:               Early Bird - $230         After August 15th - $240

Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook Writing & Reading courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.

Instructor:        Talentnook Writing Academy, Certified Instructors
Grade Level:     K - 2
Day/Dates:        Thursday - Aug 29  |  Sept 5, 12, 19, 26  |  Oct 3, 17, 24  |  Nov 7 
Sessions:           9 classes x 67 minutes 
Time:                  2:05 - 3:12pm 
Room:                 TBA
Tuition:               Early Bird - $230         After August 15th - $240

Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook Writing & Reading courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.

Instructor:          Talentnook Writing Academy
Grade Levels:     1 - 2
Day/Dates:          Monday – Aug 26  | Sept 9, 16, 23, 30  |  Oct 7, 14, 21, 28       
Sessions:             9 classes x 67 minutes
Time:                    3:05 - 4:12pm
Room:                  TBA
Tuition:                 Early Bird Pricing - $230     After August 12th - $240

It is never too early to start children on a path to reading for enjoyment and learning how to find important material in the text. Our Reading Comprehension and Writing Strategies program developed with a theme of Narrative Writing for the fall semester for grades 1-2 allows children to read engaging passages with interest and accuracy, pulling out relevant information and developing a relationship with the text. The material is fun to read and encourages building a connection with the stories. Reading comprehension questions are designed to test understanding, while writing response questions foster student creativity.

Since writing skills are emerging at this age, teachers encourage students to draw and use illustrations to express their understanding. Learning to appreciate literature by listening, attempting to write, and creating through labeling and illustration is a win-win approach.

Reading Comprehension and Writing Strategies will enable your child to:

• Listen, react, and illustrate the meaning of the text.
• Express main ideas and concepts about narrative texts through questions and responses.
• Engage in exploring the meanings behind literature.

Enroll your student in our Reading Comprehension and Writing Strategies program to ignite their passion for reading and writing, laying the foundation for a lifelong love of literature.

Enrollment Open

Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.

Instructor:             Talent Nook Writing Academy 
Grade Level:          1 - 5
Day/Dates:            Monday – Aug 26  | Sept 9, 16, 23, 30  |  Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
Sessions:                9 classes x 67 minutes
Time:                       3:05 - 4:12pm
Room:                     TBA
Tuition:                    Early Bird Pricing -  $230        After August 12th  - $240

Enrollment Open

Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook Writing & Reading courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.

Instructor:        Talentnook Writing Academy, Certified Instructors
Grade Level:     K - 2
Day/Dates:        Thursday - March 14, 21, 28   |  April 11, 18, 25 |  May 2, 9, 16, 23  
Sessions:           10 classes x 1 hour 
Time:                  3:05 - 4:05pm 
Room:                 G101
Tuition:               Early Bird - $200         After March 7 - $210

Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook Writing & Reading courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.

Instructor:        Talentnook Writing Academy, Certified Instructors
Grade Level:     3 - 5
Day/Dates:        Wednesday - March 13, 20, 27   |  April 10, 17, 24   |  May 1, 8, 15, 22  
Sessions:           10 classes x 1 hour 
Time:                  2:05 - 3:05pm 
Room:                 E104
Tuition:               Early Bird - $200         After March 6 - $210

WordSMASH isn't your typical language course – it's a journey into the wonders of words, cleverly disguised as a thrilling game of language, sounds, scavenger hunts, with the complexities and exceptions of language. Each week provides a theme that creates excitement from Music Makes to Superheroes Save the Word as students explore reading activities, and music to enlighten and inspire.

The course is crafted to combine learning with excitement, making language exploration an exhilarating game. The program incorporates a variety of interactive word games, challenges, and activities that stimulate critical thinking and creative expression. From puzzles to collaborative projects, to “What ifs,” and “This can’t be true,” students actively participate in the learning process all the while entertained with the nuances of language. Students learn with fun and games.

Each week introduces a captivating subject ranging from "Mythical Odyssey" to "Scientific Marvels." These themes serve as a gateway for students to explore diverse aspects of language in a fun and engaging manner.

WORDSMASH will enable students to:

1. Develop thinking and word skills by enjoying language
2. Read and explore new themes that ignite imagination and word play
3. Complete language projects in illustrative ways to build cognitive skills Let the joy of learning words be an ongoing, animated adventure!

Enrollment Open

Instructor:         Aimee Auer, Frederiksen Teacher
Grade Level:       2 - 4
Day/Dates:          Thursday – March  23, 30    |   April 13, 20, 27   |  May 4, 11, 18
Sessions:             8 classes x 75 minutes
Time:                    3:05 - 4:20pm  
Room:                  K104
Tuition:                 Early Bird Pricing - $186     After March 9th - $196

Calling all Engineers!  Let’s explore the engineering process: (Ask, Imagine, Design/Plan, Build, Test, and Improve) together as we take a closer look at BRIDGES!  We will learn about different kinds of bridges and how they work. We will design and build models of different kinds of bridges using several materials: paper, popsicle sticks, toothpicks, gumdrops, straws, blocks, paperclips, and even pennies!  We will then test how much our bridges can hold and discover ways to make them stronger. Students will take away a “Bridge Booklet” full of facts and terms, and they will build several take-home models, including a suspension bridge! Not only will you learn about the world of engineering in this class, you will have lots of fun along the way.

Enrollment Open

Instructor:         CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level:      2 - 5
Day/Dates:         Thursday – Dec  7, 14   |  Jan 11, 18, 25   |  Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Sessions:            10 classes x 1 hour
Time:                   3:05pm - 4:05pm
Room:                 E104
Tuition:               Early Bird - $199         After November 23 - $210

Everyone has a story to tell. Make yours memorable with Frames. Combine imagination, art and technological skills to create stop motion animation projects to share at your school, with family or with friends. Learn how to use cool special effects while creating your project that will be the envy of all your friends. You will learn how to use stop motion as can be seen in many popular movies such as Kubo, Missing Link, Boxtrolls, and even Robocop. During the course you will learn the step-by-step instructions, from video editing to the compilation of pictures, to make your own movie.

• Master the creative foundational skills of stop motion animation and graphic design concepts
  
  
• Project-based, instructor guided class. Students work on 135 frame movie from inception to publishing the movie
  
  
• Final project involves envisioning concept, script writing and development (visual & sound editing, frame rates, frame duration, shapes, adding nodes, pan & zoom, animating texts etc.). Presentation and peer evaluation in the last class
  
  
•  Introduction to different animation styles (Claymation, object, cut-out and pixilation) through examples and discussion. Our program promotes out of the box thinking, observing, communicating and reflecting.

Enrollment Open