Students will learn how to transform recycled paper into new clean paper, which then can be used for a variety of purposes. They will learn how to incorporate the new sheets of paper into a book format. These new sheets of paper can be filled with drawings, writing, photos, or other content of their choice, or to be used as a notebook or scrapbook. 

GRADES: 3-5 (Max 10 students)

DATES: Tuesdays: Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25

TIME: 3:00-4:00pm

FEE: $150/ 6 week session

INSTRUCTOR: Alexa Orndahl

LOCATION: Art Room

ENROLLMENT: Please email Alexa Orndahl to enroll: aorndahl@kingschoolct.org

This class introduces students to the wonderful world of drumline-style drumming and the basics of playing an introductory-style brass instrument to create simple grooves. Students will have the opportunity to start making their own music by creating their own drum beats with the option of creating lyrics/raps to go along with them.  Along with the lead teacher, student leaders from King and Project Music will assist. The session will culminate with a mini performance for friends and family. 

Grades: K-3

Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

Dates: Thursdays: Sept. 29, Oct. 6,13, 20, 27, and Nov. 3

Fee: $150/ 6 week session

Instructor: Joe Kozlowski & Garrett Mendez

Location: PAC Band Room

Enrollment: Please email Garrett Mendez to enroll: gmendez@kingschoolct.org

Students will design and build a cardboard pinball machine using 39 die-cut cardboard punch out pieces. Students will create their own play space with ramps, jumps, and designs. No experience or tools are required.  

** This class will start later than other classes.

GRADES: 3-5 (Maximum of 8 students)

DATES: Tuesdays Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 Dec. 6, 13

TIME: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

FEE: $150/ 6 week session/ Plus kit fee of $60.00

LOCATION: LS Maker space

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

This class combines the love of music with the love of technology. Students learn the foundation of music and basic composing techniques through interactive music tasks that immerse them in Digital Audio Software(DAW) programs like GarageBand. Students will be producing their own beats and songs in no time!  The session will culminate with the students sharing one of their musical creations via SoundCloud. 

Grades: 3-5

Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

Dates: Tuesdays: Sept. 27, Oct. 4,11,18, Nov. 1, 8)

Fee: $150/6 weeks

Instructor: Joe Kozlowski

Location: PAC Band Room

Enrollment: Please email Garrett Mendez to enroll: gmendez@kingschoolct.org

Solve riddles to escape classrooms, experience virtual chemistry labs, stop alien encounters, and more!  No experience necessary. 

GRADES: 3-5 (Maximum of 16 students)

DATES: Wednesdays: Nov. 2, 9, 16 (*No Class Nov. 30), Dec. 7, 14

TIME: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

FEE: $150/ *5 week session

LOCATION: LS Maker Space

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

The King Field Hockey Coaches are proud to present an after school enrichment program to grow the sport. Coached by Emily Townsend Prince (Princeton All-American), Robyn Spivey (Sacred Heart Goalkeeper) and Grace Linnan (King School Alumna, Bowdoin College), these awesome coaches and their assistants will teach the fundamental skills of field hockey in a fun, but deliberate way using a curriculum that will focus on skill development, game strategy, and play. This is a great opportunity for current players to advance their skills and for new players to learn the sport and have fun.   

GRADES: K - 5 

DATES: Sundays: Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, 16, 23, 30

TIME: 1:00 PM

FEE: $150/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Turf Field or Lower School Gym 

ENROLLMENT: Please email Emily Prince to enroll: eprince@kingschoolct.org

This class will introduce young students to the basic vocabulary and style of hip-hop movement while working on their musicality and building confidence. Hip-hop is about personal style and expression. This high-energy class can be taught to anyone with a passion to move, so no experience is necessary. Class will include learning basic hip-hop moves, dance games, and fun choreography that will have your child moving to the latest beats. All music and moves are age appropriate. The mission of this class is to provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for ALL children to dance and enjoy moving their bodies.

RECOMMENDED ATTIRE: Sneakers, comfortable clothing (sweatpants or leggings, shorts, t-shirt or tank top.) Please bring a water bottle!

PICK UP: When class is done, pick up will be at the Performing Arts Center.

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

TIME: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

DATES: Mondays: Sept.19, Oct. 3, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7

FEE: $150/ 6 week session

LOCATION: Performing Arts Center Dance Room

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

DANCE INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Segovia (Performing Arts Faculty)

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 12 students)

DATES: Thursdays: Sept. 29, Oct. 6,13, 20, 27, Nov. 3

TIME: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

FEE: $150/ 6 week session

LOCATION: PreK Classroom (room 16)

ENROLLMENT: Please email Jen Agro to 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.

GRADE: 1-5

TIME: 3:00- 4:00

DATES: Tuesdays: Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, Nov. 1, 8

NO FEE

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

ENROLLMENT: Please email Karen Raidt to enroll: kraidt@kingschoolct.org

Maximum of 12 students

Playing an instrument is fun, it exercises your mind, and builds fine motor skills. This course is for beginners and uses the standard Suzuki certified Pre-Twinkle and Book-One curriculum to build a solid foundation for violin or viola. The session will culminate with a mini performance for friends and family. 

GRADES: 3-5

TIME: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

DATES: Tuesdays: Sept. 27, Oc. 4, 11, 18, Nov. 1, 8

FEE: $150/ 6 week session

INSTRUCTOR: Colin Benn 

LOCATION: PAC Strings/Choir Room

ENROLLMENT: Please email Colin Benn to enroll: cbenn@kingschoolct.org

Calling all actors! We welcome Mrs. Vaccaro back to King as a drama teacher. Enjoy creating improv scenes and experience some of the best-used acting games to enhance technique. Engage in creative role play while bringing some of your own stories to life! Stage positioning and line delivery will be discussed. Bring your creativity, love for the arts and ideas to class! Gain confidence, all while having fun in a nurturing and inspiring setting. Get ready to build some amazing scenes for your classmates! 

GRADES: 3, 4, 5 (Max 12 students)

DATES: Mondays: Sept. 19, Oct. 3, 17, 24, and Nov. 7 and 14

TIME: 3:00-4:00pm

FEE: $150/ 6 week session

LOCATION: TBD

ENROLLMENT: Please email Catherine Lewis to enroll: clewis@kingschoolct.org

THIS OFFERING IS FOR FULL YEAR ENRICHMENT

Students who join the Vikings Mathletes will have an opportunity to showcase their math talent and think outside the box. Under the leadership of Ms. Samra, the Vikings Mathletes will practice solving challenging problems and prepare for Math Olympiad contests between the months of November and March (3rd grade practices, 4th and 5th grade students participate in the contest). There will be weekly meetings to practice for the contests. The Vikings Mathletes will challenge you, excite you, and motivate you to be a stronger mathematician. Everyone has a different perspective to bring to the table, and together we will learn and conquer math concepts. Students will build confidence in math and also learn how to collaborate and be part of a team.  

Please note that this is a year-long commitment. There will be a prerequisite assessment to determine student eligibility for the team, and two meetings with parents (one in September, one in January) to deliver information and updates about the team. Please only sign up if your child is able to fully commit to 1 class a week for the months of October-April.

INSTRUCTOR: Aman Samra

GRADES: 3-5

DAY & TIME: Tuesdays: 3:00 - 4:00pm

LOCATION: Lower School Library

FREQUENCY: once a week

DATES: October - April - 5 monthly (November - March) contests

FEE: three trimester payments - Fall, Winter, Spring $150 per session ($450 for the year)

ENTRY REQUIREMENT: Placement test: solve 3 past practice problems

ENROLLMENT: Contingent upon performance on placement test & math performance in previous academic year. An interest meeting will take place in late September and students will be selected for the team by early October. Please email Aman Samra for interest: asamra@kingschoolct.org

This class will explore the wonderful sounds of woodwind instruments. Students will learn about the woodwind instrument family (flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and saxophone) by playing introductory style flutes (toots) and clarinets (doots.)  These fun instruments are smaller versions of the original instruments, making them perfect for younger, beginner students. Students will gain a foundation of how to play a woodwind instrument through fun playing exercises and the learning of simple tunes. The session will culminate with a mini performance for friends and family. 

Grades: K-3  (Max 10 students)

Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

Dates: Thursdays: Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 and Nov. 3

Fee: $150/6 week session

Instructor: Nicole Peters

Location: PAC Band Room/Choir Room

Enroll: Please email Garrett Mendez at gmendez@kingschoolct.org