Fall Session 2023
We are getting ready for another session of after school enrichment classes! If you are interested in being the dedicated parent volunteer for any of the classes in exchange for free tuition, please reach out to us (afterschool@benrushpta.org).
Important Dates
September 23-24: Priority Registration Opens for PTA Members and dedicated parent volunteers.
September 25: General Registration.
October 3: First Day of Choir.
October 6: Friday classes begin.
October 9: First full week of Classes!
Class Schedule**
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Running Club |
Choir * |
yoga |
Backboard Basics |
Chess |
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Mad Science |
Hip Hop |
Coding w/kids: Game development |
Badminton |
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Art with Creart studioz |
Coding with Kids: Little Coders |
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Knitting |
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Drama (Studios East) |
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*Morning Class
**Dedicated Volunteer Discount: 100% (first come, first served – email afterschool@benrushpta.org if you are able to commit to attending ALL sessions) FOR ALL CLASSES!
No classes will be held Thanksgiving week.
To Register for any of these classes, click here. (Link will become active for PTA Members on 9/23, on 9/25 for non-PTA Members.)
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
1. MAD SCIENCE
Join us on a journey of discovery as we investigate the mysteries of magnetism, are illuminated with the properties of light, and shocked with our investigation of static electricity. Along the way, we’ll embark on a mission of nutrition, analyze the science of sound and explore science that is at times hot, other times cold and sometimes, a little bit smelly!
Grades: 1-5
Day/Time: Mondays/ 315-415
Class Dates: 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4
Room/Location: First Grade Pod
Max/Min number of students: 12/20
Cost per Child: $235
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after first class meeting
2. ART w/Create Art Studioz
Discover the beauty of fall through acorn pencil sketches and clay pumpkins. Immerse
yourself in Aboriginal dot art and find inspiration in Van Gogh's vibrant strokes. Channel
your inner Andy Warhol as you create eye-catching collages. Experience the power of
collaboration in our group art activity, where teamwork creates wonders. Step into the
future with robots, craft intricate straw sculptures, and uncover hidden surprises with
scratch art. Don't miss out on this unforgettable artistic journey. Join us today!
Grades: k-5
Day/Time: Mondays
Class Dates: 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/27
Room/Location: Second Grade Pod
Max/Min number of students: 15/21
Cost per Child: $215
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after first class
Dedicated Volunteer Discount: full discount
3. FALL RUNNING CLUB with Ms. Dompier
The Ben Rush Running Club is looking for runners of all skill levels. Children will be grouped to run with others who share a similar pace. We will have an adult to run with each group of runners. Please remember to wear appropriate shoes and bring your own water bottle to each class.
Grades: 1-5
Day/Time: Mondays 3:25-4:00
Class Dates: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
**NO CLASS 10/23**
Room/Location: Meet in the Ben Rush Gym
Cost Per Child: $45.00
Questions: aldompier@lwsd.org
1. Intermediate Choir
Does your student love to sing? Want to sing the National Anthem on the ice at the local hockey game? Join Choir! Other concerts and performances include a the Lake Washington Learning Community Concert, a small concert at Crossroads in Bellevue, and maybe a reunion in March! All singers must have a choir shirt($10), this can be purchased during registration.
Grades: 3-5
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7:45-8:30 am
Class Dates: 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12
Room/Location: Music Room
Cost Per Child: $80
Min/Max number of students: 80
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after first class.
2. Drama
Learn to act! We’ll explore character creation through improvisation, theater games, and scene work. We will build an encouraging environment in which to play! Then, we will work on a play to share with our friends and family at the end of class.
Grades: 2-5
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15
Class Dates: 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12
Room/Location: Kindergarten Pod
Cost Per Child: $175
Min/Max number of students: 5/12
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after first class.
3. Little Coders (Coding with Kids)
This class offers young children the perfect opportunity to develop their computational thinking skills and have a blast with their friends! The course is tailored for early readers and takes into consideration their cognitive abilities and attention span. Beginners learn essential coding concepts, such as Loops and Conditions. Returning students encounter new challenges. Projects include games, stories, and even animated characters.
Grades: k-2
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15
Class Dates: 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12
Room/Location: library
Cost Per Child: $240
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: no refunds after first class
4. Hip Hop Dance
Get your kids afternoon off to a great start with some music and fun! Hip Hop is a high
energy type of dance, originating from funk and street dance. The classes focus on different stylized
techniques, rhythm, and isolations. Hip Hop class encourages dancers to engage in freestyle to help
build style and confidence. Does your kid love sports? This class is a great addition to understanding
coordination and agility that can help increase their sports performance too!
Grades:
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15
Class Dates: 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5
Room/Location: Gym
Min/max number of students: 7/30
Cost Per Child: $215
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after first session.
1. Yoga
Get your kids afternoon off to a great start with some music and mindfulness!
Vinyasa, or flow yoga, is an approach to yoga in which you move from one pose directly into the next.
Does your kid love sports? This class is a great addition to understanding coordination and agility that can help increase their sports performance too!
Grades: k-2
Day/Time: Wednesdays, 145-245
Class Dates: 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6
Room/Location: Upper Field Portable
Cost Per Child: $215
Min/Max number of students: 7/30
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after first class.
1. KNITTING
Knitting is a method for turning strings of yarn into a woven item, including hats, scarves, sweaters, bags, and more! It is a popular hobby that many people use to relax, reduce stress, and fulfill their creative side. Did you know that many movie stars knit when on set? Look it up! There are so many celebrities that knit in their free time.
If you are interested in joining our Ben Rush Knitting Club, you will get your own pair of knitting needles and yarn, have the opportunity to learn how to knit using several different techniques, and create a knitting creation(s) of your own!
Grades: 3-5
Day/Time: Thursdays, 3:15-4:15
Class Dates: Thursdays, October 12th (First Class), Oct. 19th, Oct. 26th, Nov. 2nd, Nov. 9th, Nov. 16th, No class the week of Thanksgiving, Nov. 30th, Dec. 7th (Last Class)
Room/Location: 4th grade pod
Cost Per Child: Cost: $100 (includes materials fee. Any materials beyond the basic intro pack will need to be purchased by the student)
Maximum number of Students: 15
2. Backboard Basics
The program is focused on building a community for basketball here on the Eastside that is inclusive, affordable, and accessible. For the kids with little to no experience, our primary focus is to create a fun and engaging environment designed to grow their interest in the sport. For the experienced and more skilled players, we spend the practices helping them sure up their fundamentals and add to their skill set.
Grades: k-5
Day/Time: Thursdays, 3:15-4:15
Class Dates: Oct 12th (First Class), Oct. 19th, Oct. 26th, Nov. 2nd, Nov. 9th, Nov. 16th, Nov. 30th, Dec. 7th (Last Class)
Room/Location: Gym
Cost Per Child: $235
Maximum Number of Students: k-2 (15 students) 3-5 (15 students)
Refund Policy: No refunds after first session.
3. Scratch Game Development (Coding with Kids)
Get ready to code and unleash your creativity! With Scratch, a fun drag-and-drop coding tool, you'll create games, animations, and interactive stories. Beginners will learn essential coding concepts like loops and variables, while returning students tackle advanced concepts, such as game physics. Get ready to build exciting projects, such as the Pokémon Flyer!
Grades: 3-5
Day/Time: Thursdays, 3:15-4:15
Class Dates: Oct 12th (First Class), Oct. 19th, Oct. 26th, Nov. 2nd, Nov. 9th, Nov. 16th, Nov. 30th, Dec. 7th, Dec. 14
Room/Location: Library
Cost Per Child: $240
Cancellation/Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after first week of class
1. Chess
Chess club for beginner and intermediate chess ninjas! Our mission at Grand Knights Chess Academy is to teach chess in a fun and engaging manner with the emphasis of safety. We also encourage students to build healthy habits both inside and outside of chess class so they feel empowered to learn about anything in life.
Grades: k-5
Day/Time: Fridays
Class Dates: 10/6, 10/13, 10/27, 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, 12/8
Room/Location: 3rd grade pod
Cost Per Child: $185
Maximum Number of Students: 30
Cancellation Policy: No refunds after first week
2. BADMINTON CLUB
Join Mr. Overland and Mr. Wilson for Badminton Club!
Did you know that badminton is an Olympic sport? ”At high levels of play, especially in singles, the sport demands excellent fitness: players require aerobic stamina, agility, explosive strength, speed and precision. It is also a technical sport, requiring good motor coordination and the development of sophisticated racquet movements.’ (Wikipedia)
Grades: 4th-5th
Day/Time: Friday 3:15 - 4:15
Class Dates: 10/6, 10/13, 10/27, 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, 12/8
Room/Location: Gym
Cost Per Child: $115
Maximum Number of Students: 20
