GRADES: K -  4 ( limited to 8 students per day)

DATES: Mondays: Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5,12, 19, 26, Nov.2,9,16

              

TIME: 3:00-4:00pm

FEE: $260/9 week session

LOCATION: Lower School Library

ENROLLMENT: Please email Alex Eydelman to enroll: necachess@gmail.com

This program is for all kids who are interested in playing basketball regardless of experience level. The program will be beneficial to kids at each stage of their basketball careers, whether they have been playing for a few years, or have never touched a basketball before. We will work on the basic fundamentals of the game, passing, shooting, and dribbling, as well as being a great teammate.  For the duration of the program, you will learn the rules of the game, improve skill sets, and most importantly, how to be an integral part of a team. Coach Nate and Coach Julian have extensive experience coaching and playing the game, and will create an environment that is comfortable for each and every kid. We look forward to seeing you out there!

GRADES: K-5 (Minimum of 10 players) 

TIME: 3:00 - 4:00pm

DATES:  Sept 22, 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27

FEE: $130/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Italian Center

ENROLLMENT: Please email Nate Jean-Baptiste to enroll:  njeanbaptiste@kingschoolct.org

Calling all students for this fun high-energy Hip Hop dance class. Hip Hop Dance is best described as one big DANCE PARTY. This non-stop, action-packed class will include learning basic Hip Hop moves, dance games, and choreography that will have your child moving to the latest beats. All music and moves are age appropriate. Classes incorporate developmental elements such as confidence, discipline, self-esteem, memorization, creativity, coordination, as well as forging friendships with other children. Hip Hop Dance helps to develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s lives by making fitness FUN!

The mission of this class is to provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive space for ALL children to DANCE and enjoy MOVING their bodies.

Recommended Attire: Comfortable clothing (sweatpants or leggings, shorts, t-shirt, sneakers). Please bring a water bottle.

 

GRADES: 3-5 (Maximum number of students 12)

TIME: 3:00-4:00 PM

DATES: MONDAYS: September 20, 27; October 4, 18, 25; November 1

FEE: $130/6 Week Session

LOCATION: Lower School Gymnasium

ENROLLMENT: Please email Jennifer Segovia to enroll at jsegovia@kingschoolct.org

INSTRUCTOR: Jensen Greif

Students will build simple machines, vehicles, and animals using Legos and programming them to move. No experience is necessary. This class is designed for students that have not taken Lego robotics before.

 

GRADES: 1-3 (Maximum of 10 students)

DATES: Mondays Sept. 20, Oct. 4, October 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, Nov.29

TIME: 3:00-4:00

FEE: $130/ 6 week session

LOCATION:  LS Maker space

ENROLLMENT: Please email Sue Laramie to enroll: slaramie@kingschoolct.org

Yoga exercises your mind, body and breath! Students will strengthen and stretch their bodies while learning how to focus and improve their moods through relaxation and breathing skills. There are many benefits of yoga including improved balance and motor skills, increased creativity, and a strong sense of self and community. Classes will consist of warm up, pose work, independent practice, and relaxation time. Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a snack and a water bottle. 

 

GRADES: K - 2 (Maximum of 12 students)

DATES: Tuesdays: Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26 Nov. 2

TIME: 3:00 - 4:00

FEE: $130/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Lower School Music Studio

ENROLLMENT: Please email Cara Welch to enroll: cwelch@kingschoolct.org

Yoga is a way to connect with our bodies, breath and emotions! This class will explore movement and mindfulness in a fun and playful way. Each class will include a warm up, basic poses, breathwork, fun games and/or challenging poses and a yoga rest. Children will build strength, flexibility, focus and self-awareness as we develop skills for finding balance in a supportive, non-competitive space. Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

 

GRADES: 3-5 (Maximum of 12 students)

DATES: Wednesdays: Sept. 22, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 

TIME: 3:00 - 4:00pm

FEE: $150/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Lower School Music Studio

INSTRUCTOR: Maris Kurz

ENROLLMENT: Please email clewis@kingschoolct.org

In this class, students will explore different building materials, design concepts and real-world examples of structures in their community and around the world. Through games, group work, and individual exploration, the class will learn about scale, balance, and important building strategies.  Children will then design and build their own structures using cardboard, recycled materials and wood.

 

GRADES: K-2 (Maximum of 10 students)

DATES: Thursdays: Oct.1, 8, 15, 22, 28 Nov. 5  

TIME: 3:00-4:00

FEE: $130/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Pre-K Classroom

ENROLLMENT: Please email Jen Agro enroll: jagro@kingschoolct.org

Partnering with organizations such as Long Ridge Post- Acute Care, Stamford Hospital, and Building One Community students will have the opportunity to virtually connect with others and learn more about the organizations, as well as participate in activities, such as arts and crafts projects, in order to "Share a Smile" with others.

TIME: 3:00- 4:00

GRADES: 2-5

DATES: Tuesdays: Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2

LOCATION: Students will meet Mrs. Raidt and Mrs. Rachinsky-Wood in the LS lobby at dismissal time

No Fee

Maximum of 12 students

ENROLLMENT: Please email Karen Raidt at kraidt@kingschoolct.org

GRADES: K -  4 ( limited to 8 students per day)

DATES: Session 1: Tuesdays: Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6,13, 20, 27, Nov.3,10,17

             Session 2: Thursdays: Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19

TIME: Lunch Time

FEE: $240/9 week session

LOCATION: Lower School Library

ENROLLMENT: Please email Alex Eydelman to enroll: necachess@gmail.com

Discipline, Respect, and Confidence. These are the top three traits taught within the study of martial arts. In this club, students will learn the basics of Tae Kwon Do. They will practice basic kicks, strikes, and forms all while achieving their own personal goals. Students will also learn basics in physical training. Push-ups, sit-ups, stretching, and other various drills will provide students with the energy and confidence to perform in each day of the session. With the instruction from a 4th degree black belt and multi-time Tae Kwon Do champion who has over 20 years of martial arts experience, this club is guaranteed to give students a new appreciation for martial arts and what it stands for. 

Recommended Attire: Comfortable clothing (sweat pants, t-shirt, sneakers). Please bring a water bottle. 

Session 1: GRADES: K-2 (Maximum of 10 students)

Another class will be added if needed.

TIME: 3:00 - 3:50

DATES: Tuesdays : Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26 

FEE: $130/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Lower School Courtyard (weather permitting) 

ENROLLMENT: Please email Joey Lener to enroll: jlener@kingschoolct.org

 

Session 2: GRADES: 3-5 (Maximum of 10 students)

DATES: Thursdays: Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28

TIME: 3:00 - 3:50

FEE: $130/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Lower School Courtyard (weather permitting) 

ENROLLMENT: Please email Joey Lener to enroll: jlener@kingschoolct.org

Storytelling and creative writing:

In this class, students will study the art of crafting stories and the various in which to tell them. Through games and group work, the class will explore tales told through books, illustration, poetry and song and discover the concepts which make a great story.  Each student will then create their final project of at least one tale of their very own and choose the media with which they chose to tell it.  Students new to writing will be able to dictate any written work. 

 

GRADES: K-2 (Maximum of 10 students)

DATES: Thursdays: Sept 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov. 4  

TIME: 3:00-4:00

FEE: $130/ 6 week session

LOCATION: PreK Classroom

ENROLLMENT: Please email Jen Agro enroll: jagro@kingschoolct.org