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| Foundation Meeting Tuesday October 16th - Thursday 6pm @Manhattan JR High | | After School Programs REGISTRATION due Sept 5th | | Early Dismissal Day Friday - Sept 26 | | Institute Day NO SCHOOL Friday - Oct 10th | | Columbus Day NO SCHOOL Monday - Oct 13th | | End of First Quarter Friday - Oct 17th | | Early Dismissal Day Friday - Oct 24th | | Anna McDonald Wilson Creek Halloween Parade & Parties Friday - Oct 31st |
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After School Enrichment Programs We are very proud to offer another session of after school enrichment programs! Our goal is to provide fun, educational, and enriching activities to enhance your child's development. Most classes will run for one hour, once a week for 6 weeks. The program fee is $35, when needed, there may be an additional materials fee. The fee will be listed in the brochure under the class description. Please make sure you note the location of the program. This will effect the start and ending times for the classes. After School Enrichment Program Announcement Letter Brochure and Registration Form will be sent home with your child on or about Friday, August 22nd. The registration deadline is September 5th. Classes are limited and will be filled on a lottery basis. Please complete the registration form and return it to your child's teacher or email the registration form or information to Lisa Christel at LChristel@trainsetsonly.com by September 5th. If you are emailing the registration form you must send the payment (with any additional material fee) to school with your child. Classes fill fast. We are fortunate to have teachers that are willing to teach 2 sessions of some classes in an attempt to accommodate the large number of children that sign up. Our goal is not to turn any child away, but in order to maintain a quality program, we must limit the number of students in a class. We also require a minimum of 10 students in order to run a class. You may sign up for a class a different school, keeping in mind the suggested age ranges and start times for each class. Bus transportation to is possible from the Junior High to Anna McDonald, and from Anna McDonald to Wilson Creek. It will not be possible from the Junior High to Wilson Creek. Arrangements must be made with Nancy Popp at extension 3. Parents must arrange pick up for their children at the ending time listed for each class -no supervision will be provided after these times. Please remember to be prompt in picking up your child. Teachers should not have to wait more than 5 minutes for rides. We will be opening registration up to those children who attend St. Joseph's School. Priority will be given to Manhattan District 114 students up until the deadline of September 15th at that time we will open registration to St. Joe's students. Any registrations received after the deadline will be taken on a first come, first serve basis. Downloadable Forms are in pdf format
Below is the listing of enrichment programs being offered. This session is scheduled to start the week of October 1st. ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS WILSON CREEK | Crafts, Crafts, & More Crafts 2 Instructor: Mrs. Ditty Location: Wilson Creek Elementary Class Description: Do you enjoy making things? Do you like to paint or use other coloring supplies? Then this is the class for you! Each week we will use different art supplies to make a new craft. Come see how it’s done! Learning Objectives: 1) To learn how to use different art materials. 2) To learn how to use our imaginations in individualized craftsmanship. Day and Time: Tuesday/ Thursday (1 Wed) 3:35pm-4:35pm Note: Class is 2 days a week for 3 weeks. Dates: 10/14, 10/16, 10/21, 10/22, 10/28, 10/30 Additional Materials Fee $5.00 Suggested Ages: Kindergarten—2nd Grade Maximum Students: 10 | Let's Make a Movie Instructor: Mrs. Flanagan Location: Wilson Creek Elementary Class Description: Be your own movie writer, director, and graphic artist (the person who draws the pictures). Think of an idea. Draw the pictures that tell a story. Put sounds with your pictures. You have created a movie. You will be using Kid Pix, and you already know how to do that! Learning Objectives: 1) To draw sequential pictures. 2) To save pictures by an identifying name. 3) To use appropriate sound effects (and transitions). Day and Time: Wednesday - 3:35pm-4:35pm Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 Suggested Ages: 1st-2nd grade Maximum Students: 15 | Curricular Games Instructor: Mrs. Holmes Location: Wilson Creek Elementary Class Description: Do you enjoy playing board games? How about playing board games that help you learn about sounds and have fun at the same time. Do you like games like Crazy Eights, Bingo, and Go Fish? Imagine building reading and math skills by playing card games similar to those mentioned. Do you like to play Pictionary? Learn and reinforce science and social studies vocabulary words through drawing games. Learning Objectives: 1) Improve early word building skills through reading games. 2) Explore and sort science and social studies vocabulary words through games. 3) Practice math facts through cards games. Day and Time: Wednesday - 3:35pm-4:35pm Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 Suggested Ages: 1st-2nd grade Maximum Students: 10 | Reading Club "Roaring Readers" 
Instructor: Mrs. Clarke Location: Wilson Creek Elementary Class Description: Each week the students will participate in making a reading game or activity based on the story or lesson of the week. The students will enjoy reading their favorite stories or plays. They will also participate in reading theater/plays. Reading is FUN! Learning Objectives: 1) The students will "make" a game to reinforce vowel rules to enhance reading fluency as well as read a story. 2) The students will "make" an activity/game that reinforces reading comprehension and read a story. 3) The students will participate in "role playing" in Reader's Theater to encourage reading is fun. Day and Time: Thursday 3:35pm-4:35pm Dates: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6 Suggested Ages: 2nd grade Maximum Students: 10 | "Yogalities" for Kids Instructor: Ms. Laura Holly Location: Wilson Creek Class Description: Do you care about being healthy? Did you know that Yoga and Pilates can help you concentrate, have energy , and even breath better and stand taller? Now is your chance to learn the importance of stretching and exercise in staying healthy and stress0free. In each session, we will practice basic Yoga and Pilates while completed workouts made just for kids! Learning Objectives: 1) Students will be introduced to basic Yoga and Pilates concepts and positions. 2) Students will experience short, kid friendly Yoga and Pilates workouts let by the instructor. 3) Students will learn the importance of stretching and exercise in staying healthy and stressfree. K - 2nd Day and Time: Wednesday 3:35pm-4:25pm 3rd - 5th Day and Time: Tuesdays 3:45pm - 4:25pm Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 Dates: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/18, 11/25 Suggested Ages: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade - Wednesdays 3rd - 5th Grade - Tuesdays Maximum Students: 15 | Little Dunkers Instructor: Ms. Book Location: Wilson Creek Elementary Class Description: Little Dunkers gives boys and girls in both kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn basketball skills and fundamentals while getting to compete as a team. Learning Objectives: 1) The students will be able to demonstrate proper passing techniques. 2) The students will be able to demonstrate good dribbling skills. 3) The students will use basketball skills such as passing dribbling, shooting and all handling with partners, in a group, and individually. Day and Time: Tuesday 3:35pm-4:35om Dates: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/18, 11/25 Suggested Ages: Kindergarten - 1st Grade Maximum Students: 20 | PROGRAMS FOR ANNA McDONALD STUDENTS HELD AT WILSON CREEK | Basketball Basics Instructor: Ms. Gallovitch & Ms. Doyle Location: Wilson Creek Elementary Class Description: Do you want to be the next Michael Jordan or Sheryl Swoopes? We might not be able to teach you their jump shots, but you can come to Basketball Basics to get your game on! We will be working on ball handling, passing, dribbling, and shooting. Learning Objectives: 1) Students will develop their ball handling and passing skills. 2) Students will develop their dribbling skills. 3) Students will learn the basics of shooting. Day and Time: Wednesday 3:35pm-4:35pm Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 11/5 Suggested Ages: 3rd-5th Grade Maximum Students: 20 | ANNA MCDONALD | “Helping Hands" - Volunteer Club
Instructor: Mrs. Ciurej Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: Put your hands together and help out in your own community. Ideas will be compiled with student input. Plans will be initiated and carried out with helping others in mind. Get involved and help put a smile on your face and someone else's. Learning Objectives: 1) Learn about opportunities to help out in the community. 2) Work with other students to accomplish a service project. 3) To evaluate working as a volunteer. Day and Time: Thursday 3:25pm-4:25pm Dates: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6 Suggested Ages: 3rd-5th Grade Maximum Students: 10 | Academic Olympics
Instructor: Mrs. Mahur Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: Spend each week stretching your brain and showing what you know in each academic "event". Students will participate in contests, bees, and challenges based on academic topics. Students will "compete" both individually & on teams. If you are a great speller, mathlete, debater, or just plain love a good challenge, join us for six weeks of academic fun! (Six weeks are: Debate, Spelling/Vocabulary, Geography, Logical Thinking & Puzzles, Math Decathlon, Fun Trivia). Learning Objectives: 1) Students will practice strategies for critical thinking. 2) Students will participate in a variety of academic related activities. 3) Students will experience the challenge and excitement of academic competition. Day and Time: Monday 3:25pm-4:25pm Dates: 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 Suggested Ages: 3rd-5th grade Maximum Students: 15 | Running Club Instructor: Mrs. O'Brien Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: Do you want to train your body to run faster and further? Join the Anna McDonald Running Club! During this six week course, club members will learn proper running techniques, strategies to increase endurance, and healthy eating choices to enhance performance. We will end our session with a 5K Race! Learning Objectives: 1) Students will learn about proper nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to improve performance. 2) Students will improve their overall fitness level through endurance, flexibility and strength training. 3) Students will learn proper running techniques to minimize injury and enhance performance. Day and Time: Tuesdays: 3:25pm-4:25pm Dates: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/18, 11/25 Suggested Ages: 3rd-8th grade (3rd, 4th, & 6th thru 8th grade students must have current sports physical in order to participate) Maximum Students: 20 | Triple Threat - Singing, Dancing, Acting Instructor: Ms. Schrock Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: This class takes students through the fun, rewarding process of putting on a group musical theater number. The students will practice and memorize the song and choreography. This class is great for those who love to sing and dance. This class will prepare you to become a "Triple Threat". Learning Objectives: 1) Students will experience the process of preparing a musical theater number. 2) Students will work in a group to learn a song and dance routine. Day and Time: Tuesday & Wednesdays: 3:25pm-4:25pm NOTE: Class is 2 days a week for 3 weeks. Dates: 10/7, 10/8, 10/14, 10/15, 10/21, 10/22 Suggested Ages: 4th-8th grade Maximum Students: 10 | Pen Pal Club
Instructor: Mrs. Kolar Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: Do you want to talk to other kids your age that live in a different state? Do you like to write letters? Then the pen Pal club is for you! Each week we will write a letter to 3rd, 4th, 5th grade students that live in Alaska. We will learn from them about their family, school, and where they live. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to make new friends and learn about a different culture Learning Objectives: 1) Learn about another culture through the eyes of other students your age. 2) Practice your writing skills. 3) Learn about the geography of Alaska. Day and Time: Wednesday, 3:25pm-4:25pm Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 Suggested Ages: 3rd-5th Grade Maximum Students: 20 | Get Your Head in the Game
Instructor: Mrs. Maguire Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: Join us for an afternoon of fun games! We will explore various board games and card games, as well as interactive games. Learn how to play games that your family will enjoy playing with you and your friends will want to play too! Learning Objectives: 1) Students will learn how to play classic games that are kid and family friendly. 2) Students will develop sportsman-like conduct and good inter-personal communications skills. 3) Students will apply what you learn in school to activities you can do at home. Day and Time: Friday 3:25pm-4:25pm Dates: 10/3, 10/17, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5 Suggested Ages: 3rd-5th Grade Maximum Students: 12 | Human Body Instructor: Ms. Burich Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: Learn about how the human body works and what the different organ systems look like. We will put together a model of the human body and everyone will have a model to take home and hang on their wall. Learning Objectives: 1) To learn about the body systems and how they work together. 2) To understand processes of the organ systems. Day and Time: Monday 3:25pm-4:25pm Dates: 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 Suggested Ages: 3rd-5th Grade Maximum Students: 16 |
MANHATTAN JUNIOR HIGH
| Triple Threat - Singing, Dancing, Acting Instructor: Ms. Schrock Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: This class takes students through the fun, rewarding process of putting on a group musical theater number. The students will practice and memorize the song and choreography. This class is great for those who love to sing and dance. This class will prepare you to become a "Triple Threat". Learning Objectives: 1) Students will experience the process of preparing a musical theater number. 2) Students will work in a group to learn a song and dance routine. Day and Time: Tuesday & Wednesdays: 3:25pm-4:25pm NOTE: Class is 2 days a week for 3 weeks. Dates: 10/7, 10/8, 10/14, 10/15, 10/21, 10/22 Suggested Ages: 4th-8th Grade Maximum Students: 10 | Running Club Instructor: Mrs. O'Brien Location: Anna McDonald Elementary Class Description: Do you want to train your body to run faster and further? Join the Anna McDonald Running Club! During this six week course, club members will learn proper running techniques, strategies to increase endurance, and healthy eating choices to enhance performance. We will end our session with a 5K Race! Learning Objectives: 1) Students will learn about proper nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to improve performance. 2) Students will improve their overall fitness level through endurance, flexibility and strength training. 3) Students will learn proper running techniques to minimize injury and enhance performance. Day and Time: Tuesdays: 3:25pm-4:25pm Dates: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/18, 11/25 Suggested Ages: 3rd-6th Grade (3rd, 4th, & 6th grade students must have current sports physical in order to participate) Maximum Students: 20 | Girl Talk 101
Instructor: Ms. Bonert Location: Manhattan Junior High Class Description: To all girls that love to talk or if you just want to listen -This is the program for you! We will discuss many topics such as etiquette, working with parents, appearance, self-esteem, exercise, and talk about various junior high topics. Learning Objectives: 1) To help girls understand the difficulty of being a teenager. 2) Teach girls how to respect themselves as well as others. Day and Time: Friday Mornings 7:00am - 7:45am NOTE: BEFORE SCHOOL Dates: 10/3, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 12/5, 12/12 Suggested Ages: 6th-8th Grade Maximum Students: 20 | Wii Bowling Club
Instructor: Ms. Gifford Location: Manhattan Junior High Class Description: Hope you can join me for an after school Wii Bowling Club! Sign up with a friend or come make new ones. Learning Objectives: 1) Students will engage in social activity, outside of the classroom setting, with a group of their peers, while developing their social pragmatic skills (turn taking, appropriate eye gaze, tone, etc) without the physical pressure of a contact sport. 2) Students will elaborate their social and sporting vernacular utilized during sportsmanlike interactions, honing their language skills without the need for physical superiority. 3) While socializing with peers in an age appropriate manner, students will tone and enhance their fine and gross motor skills as well as their eye hand coordination. Day and Time: Wednesdays: 2:35pm-3:35pm Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/12 Suggested Ages: 6th-8th Grade Maximum Students: 12 |
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