After School Programs: Fall 2024
*Brand new line-up of 10 week offerings in art, nature, music, drama, cooking, sports and business for students Ages 3 through Grade 8*
Classes are OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS in the community (not just PCS students!) Please help us spread the word to your nbeighborbood friends!
Please reach out to Program Director Shannon Swanson with any questions: sswanson@peconiccommunityschool.org.
Garden Club with Erika Heilmann and Whitney Roberts
10 sessions: Mondays, September 16th - November 18th, 3:15 - 4:15pm
Early Childhood - 1st Grade
Fee: $275 for one child (10% discount for multiple children in the same family)
Maximum 10 students (minimum 6 enrollments to run the class)
The end of summer and early fall are some of the most bountiful times in the garden on the North Fork. It's the perfect season to harvest seeds for next year's planting and prepare the garden for winter. While some students experienced the garden's beginnings in the spring, it's equally important to maintain the garden's cycle by tending to it during the fall. This ongoing care ensures the garden remains vibrant and ready for the next growing season.
Soccer Clinic with Coach Will Towle
10 sessions: Mondays, September 16 - November 18, 3:30 - 4:45pm
Grades K -2
Fee: $350 for one child (10% discount for multiple children in the same family)
Maximum 15 students (minimum 6 enrollments to run the class)
Our soccer program is designed to be both fun and instructional, focusing on developing key technical skills while igniting a passion for the game. Participants will refine their abilities through playful drills and exercises, including passing, dribbling, passing turns, instep and inside foot shooting, and 1v1 defending. With a blend of fun skill-building and game enjoyment, players will enhance their technique and foster a lasting enthusiasm for soccer. Join us to learn the basics and enjoy your game and experience the excitement of the sport!
Drama Club with Jenna Becker
10 sessions: Tuesdays, September 17th - November 19th, 3:30 - 4:45pm
Grades 3 — 8
Fee: $350 for one child (10% discount for multiple children in the same family)
Maximum 15 students (minimum 6 enrollments to run the class)
In Drama Club, children will learn about stage terminology, being an audience member and performing. We will use drama games to build communication skills through verbal and nonverbal expressions, collaboration, self confidence, voice projection, articulation with words, improvisation and persuasive speech. Together as a team we’ll use drama to express ourselves individually and together as a community.
Beading and Jewelry Making Class with Shannon Timoney
10 sessions: Tuesdays, September 17th - November 19th, 3:30 - 4:45pm
Grades K-5
Fee: $350 for one child, includes supplies (10% discount for multiple children in the same family)
Maximum 15 students (minimum 6 enrollments to run the class)
Discover the art of crafting unique beads using materials like paper, sand, shells, and clay while learning metalworking techniques, including soldering and metal stamping. Join us for a hands-on experience where imagination knows no bounds as we explore the world of adornment and personal expression through intricate designs and vibrant colors. Let your inner artist shine as you create one-of-a-kind pieces to treasure and share.
Cooking with Le Yo Yo Kids
10 sessions: Wednesdays, September 18th - November 20th 3:30 - 4:45pm
Grades K - 3
Fee: $350 for one child (10% discount for multiple children in the same family)
Maximum 15 students (minimum 6 enrollments to run the class)
Dive into the culinary world as we embark on an interactive journey of planning and organizing delicious meals together using local, seasonal ingredients. Our hands-on approach ensures that children actively participate in every step of the cooking process, from ingredient selection to final presentation. Through this immersive experience, we aim to instill valuable life skills and empower kids by fostering independence in the kitchen that will benefit them for years to come.
Portrait Photography with Deborah Feingold
10 sessions: Wednesdays, September 18th - November 20st, 3:30 - 4:45pm
Grades 7 - 8
Fee: $400 for one child (10% discount for multiple children in the same family)
Maximum 6 students (minimum 4 enrollments to run the class)
Celebrity portrait photographer Deborah Feingold is offering her 'Portraiture and the Art of Imitation" class to PCS Middle School students this fall! In this hands-on course, students will practice using a 35 mm camera, explore the work of world-renowned portrait photographers from the late 19th century to the present, and curate a final photo exhibit. The students will refine their skills and discover their artistic style by recreating other photographers' work and learning how to give and receive constructive critiques. Join us in capturing powerful, evocative portraits and unlock your creative potential!
Private Lessons in Voice/Piano with Jenna Becker
10 lessons offered Mondays, Wednesdays *or* Thursdays, September 16 - November 21st
30 minute time slots available between 3:15 and 4:45pm
Grades 1 — 8 for Voice and Grades K - 8 for Piano
Fee: $575 for 10 thirty minutes lessons
Voice: 30 minute private lessons with Ms. Jenna working towards improving musical technique. Learning about breath, registers of the voice, resonance, tone, and preparation for an audition and end of the session recital.
Piano: Students will practice note reading and playing, rhythm, efficient practicing, ear training and preparing to play for an audience at an end of the session recital.
Private Lessons in Piano with PCS Alum Asen Roussan
10 lessons offered Tuesdays, September 17th - November 19th
30 minute time slots available between 3:30 and 4:45pm
Grades 1 - 8
Fee: $575 for 10 thirty minutes lessons
Embark on a musical journey with Asen’s Piano Lessons! Designed for children in grades first and higher, Asen’s approach makes learning the piano both accessible and enjoyable. With a focus on foundational skills, personalized attention, and a passion for teaching, Asen guides students through the essentials of piano technique, reading music, and expressive play. Asen’s unique improvisational skills add excitement to each lesson and promises a supportive environment where each student can build confidence and discover the joy of music. Start your melodic adventure today with Asen!