Classes take place on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday each week. Students are highly encouraged to participate in the full three-day schedule, however they may also choose to register for a two-day or single-day schedule.
Students in our Upper Elementary age range have the opportunity to choose between three classes each period. Our classes provide a variety of focuses, including STEM, art and creativity, humanities, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Exploring these topics with a hands-on, collaborative approach to learning fosters a deep understanding of essential concepts.
Scroll over class names to view class descriptions and instructors. Students can choose one class per period from any column.
Upper Elementary
8:45 - 9:05
Drop Off
9:05-9:55
First Period
9:55-10:10
Break
10:10 -11:00
Second Period
11:00 - 11:30
Lunch
11:30 - 11:50
Third Period
11:50- 12:40
Break
12:40 - 1:30
Fourth Period
1:30 - 1:45
Pick Up
Choice 1
Drop Off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Recycled Art
Reduce, Reuse, and RECYCLE! In this class we are going to combine recycling with art concepts to create fun and unique pieces. Students will learn how to use recyclable objects like, bottle caps, cardboard, newspapers, and much more. So, get ready to have fun, get messy, be creative!
Instructor: Ms. Alex
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Creative You
Let's dive into the vibrant world of colors while learning self-confidence and coping skills through art! This class is a fine art, psychology and color theory class all rolled into one! (Ms Karen is a certified therapeutic art instructor)
Instructor: Ms. Karen
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Paint Like Bob Ross
In this painting class Inspired by Bob Ross, we will embrace the joy of painting happy trees and turn mistakes into happy accidents. Let’s learn unique and creative ways to apply paint to canvas, paper, and other surfaces.
Instructor: Ms. Karen
Science Fanatics
Let's learn the facts of fantastical science and try our hand at some experiments. Explore the scientific aspects of popular culture. From the herbology of Harry Potter, to the artificial intelligence in Star Wars, what scientific components exist in our favorite fandoms?
Instructor: Ms. Venus
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via the Procare app and pick students up at the field
Choice 2
Drop Off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Rainforest Animals
Join us on an exciting adventure to learn about the fascinating creatures living in the rainforest! Every week, we will dive into the world of a new animal, discovering what makes them special and where they call home. From the slow-moving three-toed sloth to the colorful Toco Toucan and the mighty anaconda, get ready for an incredible journey of discovery!
Instructor: Ms. Michelle
Break
unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
DNA Detectives
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Players Wanted
From Tic Tac Toe to Monopoly to Fortnite, this class will be discussing the popular games throughout history. Let’s explore how games have influenced the world around us and see how far we have come!
Instructor: Mr. Don
It’s Showtime
Are you ready to take the stage in a musical of our own creation? We will be creating our own script, picking the soundtrack, directing, acting, choreographing, singing, and dancing! Don’t miss out because this class has something for everyone.
Ms. Kaitlyn
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
Choice 3
Drop Off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Brain Games
Are you ready to give your brain a workout? In this class, we will use riddles, puzzles, brain teasers, and personality quizzes to get to know ourselves a little better!
Instructor: Ms. Kaitlyn
Break
unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Watercolor Exploration
Get your paint brushes ready as we discover the colorful world of watercolor! Students will learn different techniques to better their painting skills and create unique and fun masterpieces. So let’s get creative!
Instructor: Alex
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Conspiracy Theories
Did we actually land on the moon? Did Shakespeare actually write all of his works? Conspiracy theories are a part of everyday culture, but is there any evidence to prove them? Let’s explore both sides of the arguments and determine if we, as a class, are believers.
Ms. Venus
Uncanny Heroes
Everyone knows Batman and Spider-Man, but does everyone know the minds behind these great superheroes? In this course, we will be learning about modern superheroes and have in-depth discussions about their creators. Explore the vast universes of Marvel, DC, and more while we examine what makes a hero or a villain so we can create our own characters!
Instructor: Mr. Don
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
Scroll over class names to view class descriptions and instructors. Students can choose one class per period from any column.
Upper Elementary
8:45 - 9:05
Drop Off
9:05 - 9:55
First Period
9:55 - 10:10
Break
10:10 -11:00
Second Period
11:00 - 11:30
Lunch
11:30 - 11:50
Third Period
11:50 - 12:40
Break
12:40 - 1:30
Fourth Period
1:30 - 1:45
Pick Up
Choice 1
Drop off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Cartooning
Let’s dive into the wacky world of cartooning! From creating comics and flip books, to sketching hilarious characters and exploring the colorful history of cartoons.
Instructor: Ms. Alex
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
The Art Lab
Get artsy and whip up stunning artworks using a mix of cool art tools and techniques! This step-by-step directed class is sure to inspire your child while having a great time!
Instructor: Ms. Karen
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Masterpiece Studio
Jump into the vibrant world of art history! Get inspired by legendary artists, unearth fascinating facts, and let your imagination take flight!
Instructor: Ms. Karen
Cultural Studies
Are kids on the other side of the world very different from us or are they more similar than you might think? Do they eat pizza and play Fortnite? Do they have fireworks on the 4th of July? We will study how people live in different parts of the world, and how our lives are unique!
Instructor: Ms. Venus
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
Choice 2
Drop off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
The Great Escape
Embark on an exciting semester-long escape game adventure where you and your classmates find yourselves locked in your science classroom by your "mad" science teacher! Work together to unravel hidden messages, decipher codes, and discover secrets using invisible ink. Race against the clock to escape the classroom before time runs out!
Instructor: Ms. Michelle
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Olympic Wonders
Dive into the fascinating world of the Summer Olympic Games and uncover the science behind various Olympic events. Students will explore how concepts like reaction time impact the performance of sprinters such as Usain Bolt, the role of physics in gymnastics aiding athletes like Simone Biles, and the influence of water drag on swimmers like Katie Ledecky. Additionally, we will investigate the effects of gravity, acceleration, and muscle function on athletes' abilities.
Instructor: Ms. Michelle
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Demigod Files
Does Zeus have an equivalent in ancient China? Who did ancient Egyptians think created the sun? From the ancient gods of Mesopotamia to Native America, this class will be exploring the origins and legends of once great myths from all over the world.
Instructor: Mr. Don
Improv
Let’s work as a group to create fun, crazy, and interesting scenes and stories. We will be playing improv and theater games, including Park Bench, Splat, Party, Fairytale News, and so much more!
Instructor: Ms. Kaitlyn
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
Choice 3
Drop off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Dance, Dance Revolution
This is not your average dance class. We will be learning dances from video games like Dance Dance Revolution, line dances from classic songs like the Electric Slide, and have the opportunity to make up our very own!
Instructor: Ms. Kaitlyn
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Team Sports
In this class, we are going to be playing and learning about different types of team sports and unique outdoor games. Students will compete and work together in a variety of sports including kickball, soccer, capture the flag, cornhole, and many more!
Instructor: Ms. Alex
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Psychology
Let's explore how marvelous our minds can be! Unravel the mysteries of human behavior from social learning, personality, and development to how colors impact our mood and minds. We will investigate the different theories of psychology and have some fun along the way!
Instructor: Ms. Venus
Toys-R-Us
Ever wonder how Pokemon got started or how old the Ninja Turtles really are? Explore the history and impact of the world’s most popular toys and brands. From the beginnings of Matel and the evolution of Barbie to the creativity unlocked by the diverse building sets LEGO offers. Play, create, and explore how these toys have impacted our lives through the generations!
Instructor: Mr. Don
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
Scroll over class names to view class descriptions and instructors. Students can choose one class per period from any column.
Upper Elementary
8:45 - 9:05
Drop Off
9:05 - 9:55
First Period
9:55 - 10:10
Break
10:10 -11:00
Second Period
11:00 - 11:30
Lunch
11:30 - 11:50
Third Period
11:50 - 12:40
Break
12:40 - 1:30
Fourth Period
1:30 - 1:45
Pick Up
Choice 1
Drop off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Mythical Creatures
In the world of folklore, legends, and magic, get ready to explore different types of mythical creatures. This semester we will dive headfirst into the study of legendary animals from different stories (that may or may not be real). Students will learn about different creatures including Unicorns, Mermaids, and many more!
Instructor: Ms. Alex
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Digital Art Academy
Jump headfirst into the vibrant universe of graphic art! Delve into thrilling ad campaigns, signs, and more! Let your artistic flair run wild! This class will focus more on advertising, posters, album covers, etc….
Instructor: Ms. Karen
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Digital Animation
Dive headfirst into the colorful world of animation! Unleash your creativity amidst stunning visuals and captivating design. This course includes Procreate, FlipaClip, and Dreams.
*iPad is required.
Instructor Ms. Karen
Funny & Weird Animals
Did you know that butterflies fart? Or that wombats build towers with their square poop to mark their territory? Let's face it, animals have some really weird and funny behavior sometimes. We will learn why these animals do what they do and laugh along the way.
Instructor: Ms. Venus
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
Choice 2
Drop Off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Pinterest Projects
Grab a glue gun and join me as we use our creativity to make handcrafted products using all our favorite crafting supplies. Let’s try our hand at some of Pinterest’s most loved arts and crafts.
Instructor: Ms. Kaitlyn
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Fantastic Science
Embark on a journey to explore the fascinating concepts of teleportation as seen in Star Trek, invisibility from the world of Harry Potter, time travel as depicted in Back to the Future, and cloning inspired by Jurassic Park. Throughout the course, students will engage in discussions to ponder the question of whether these extraordinary phenomena could ever become a reality in our world.
Instructor: Ms. Michelle
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Adventures in History
From the Bronze Age to the Renaissance, this course will take students on a fun trip throughout history and explore how these periods have impacted our world today. Build a viking sailing vessel, design a coat of arms, and engineer our own landmarks reminiscent of Stonehenge.
Instructor Mr. Don
Film Making
Delve into the world of movie production, including directing, acting, filming, editing, and more. Lights! Camera! Action! Let’s make some movies! Please note that some weeks students will be asked to bring in devices, such as phones or tablets, for the making of their films. If you do not feel comfortable with this, then your student does not have to bring in a device and they can use a school device.
Instructor: Ms. Kaitlyn
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
Choice 3
Drop Off
Car Line - parents sign-in via Procare app and drop students off at the field
Exploring Natural Disasters
Get ready to dive into the world of natural disasters like earthquakes, tornadoes, and hurricanes! In our fun science sessions, you will witness the power of nature firsthand through hands-on experiments such as bottle tornados, erupting volcanoes, and earthquake structure challenges. Join us for an adventure exploring the wonders of our planet and the forces that shape it!
Instructor: Ms. Michelle
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
STEAM: Architectural Design
Explore the architectural concepts of 3D designs in different spaces. Students will complete different architectural STEAM challenges and create their own unique designs in 3D spaces. We will learn about different things that have impacted the designs of the world including bridges, elevators, and many more!
Instructor: Ms. Alex
Lunch
students enjoy their packed lunches with friends
NUT-FREE CHOICES ONLY
Break
Unstructured play, socialization, and an opportunity to rest between classes
Archeology
Let's learn all about archeology and some of the interesting discoveries that have been made.
We will explore a new area of the world each week learning about archeological findings, how they were discovered, and the scientists who work to uncover them. What led them there and what happens after they make their discoveries? We'll learn about ancient civilizations and study the things they left behind.
Instructor: Ms. Venus
Grimm Adventures
Almost every movie or story you know from your childhood is from another tale. Grimms’ Fairy Tales are the darker, more interesting versions of your favorite tall tales and Disney movies; all the way from Cinderella to Hansel and Gretel. In this class we will be comparing all of these stories to their modern versions we know and love today.
Instructor: Mr. Don
Pick Up
Car Line - parents sign-out via Procare app and pick students up at the field
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Have you ever wondered why your little sibling is taller than you or why your earlobes attach differently? In this exciting course, we will dive deep into the world of DNA! Get ready to discover how dominant and recessive traits work and how they get passed down from one generation to the next. Throughout the course, we'll have a blast creating DNA models, playing fun games to learn about trait inheritance probabilities, and even extracting DNA from a strawberry! Get ready to unravel the mysteries of genetics!
Instructor: Ms. Michelle