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Fall 2022

Monday, September 12-Thursday, December 8

Registration for ASEP Fall 2022 has closed. The club listings below are meant to represent a sampling of clubs which may or may not be available Fall 2023. Registration for ASEP Fall 2023 will be held this summer.

Weekday Club Grade Levels Cost
Monday Legos PK4-Grade 2 $390
Monday Puzzle, Card, and Board Games             Grades 1-5 $275
Monday Kaleidoscope 45 Grades 4-5 Free
Monday Math Olympiad Grades 4-5 Free
Monday Study Hall Grades 4-5 Free
Monday Art Club Grades 2-3 Free
Tuesday Minecraft Grades 2-5 $250
Tuesday Painting PK3- Grade 2 $300
Tuesday Art Club Grades 4-5 Free
Tuesday French Grades 3-4 Free
Tuesday Spanish Grades 3-4 Free
Tuesday Study Hall Grades 4-5  Free
Wednesday  Ballet PK4- Grade 1 $393
Wednesday            Science Club PK4- Grade 2 $420
Wednesday Karate Grades 1-5 $286
Wednesday Jewelry Making Club K-Grade 5 $325
Wednesday Ping Pong  Grades 1-5 $320
Thursday Scratch K- Grade 2 $430
Thursday Chess Grades 2-5 $357
Thursday Painting Grades 3-5 $300
Thursday Arts and Crafts PK 3-Grade 1 $225
Friday Hockey Grades 1-3 $358
Friday Fun & Movement PK 3-Grade 1 $200
Friday Amazing race Grades 2-5 $350
Friday Yoga Grades 2-5 $250
Friday Tru2Form Basketball Grades 2-5 $358
Friday Racquet Up! Grades 3-5           $300
Friday Math Olympiad Grades 4-5 Free

 

Monday Clubs

“Fun with LEGOs” LEGOLand with Mrs. Elkassem (PK4-Grade 2)

If you are a “LEGO fanatic” this program is for you! Mrs. Elkassem will create a “LEGOLand” full of opportunities for students to explore and create with LEGOs. Every student will have a part in building a LEGO City. Our city will expand weekly as the students add more buildings, transportation, and people.

Fee: $390

Math Olympiad with Ms. Loutoo (Grades 4-5)

This year we are excited to offer a Math Olympiad club for students in Grades 4 & 5. Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools (www.moems.org) is a national organization that provides opportunities for students to engage in creative problem-solving activities while developing reasoning, logic, productive discourse, and perseverance. 

Working with math teacher, Susie Loutoo, students will explore and practice problems in preparation for monthly Olympiad contests. Students may sign up for this club each trimester, or participate through the year. Please sign up for either a Monday or a Friday session.

FREE

Study Hall (Grades 4-5)

Study Hall is a structured, quiet time for students to work on homework after school. The sessions are supervised by members of the Extended Day team, and students should be able to work independently with minimum support. Due to the quiet nature of Study Hall, students are not able to work together on group projects during this time.

FREE

Puzzles, Card, and Board Games with Ms. Keller (Grades 1-5)

Ms. Keller will be leading a club dedicated to classic and modern card and board games. Students will also have access to the large collection of puzzles in her office. Students will learn how to play all of the most popular games to bring home to family game night. A great way for your child to have a technology-free activity after school with their friends! A lot of new games have been added over the summer. 

Fee: $275

Art Club with Mrs. Cowan (Grades 2-5)

Children will explore new techniques, learn to manipulate three-dimensional materials, and find rich ways of expression in a variety of art mediums.

FREE

Kaleidoscope 4-5-6 with Chaplain Kristen and Ms. Sieminski (Grades 4-6)

Kaleidoscope clubs at WES focus on topics of identity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Students will have the opportunity to explore these topics together, connect them to current events, and share their ideas with the wider WES community. 

FREE

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Tuesday Clubs

French with Madame Jacqueline (Grades 3-4)

Students can extend their skills in French through games, dialogues, and other activities. The emphasis is on learning through play, exploration, and the arts. Vocabulary will be reinforced as children have a chance to practice their French-speaking skills and also learn more about the Francophile world.

FREE

Spanish with Señora O’Kon (Grades 3-4)

Students can extend their skills in Spanish through games, movies, and preparing snacks following instructions in the target language. The emphasis is on learning through play, exploration, and the arts. Vocabulary will be reinforced and expanded as children have a chance to practice their Spanish-speaking skills and also learn more about Spanish culture.

FREE

Study Hall (Grades 4-5)

Study Hall is a structured, quiet time for students to work on homework after school. The sessions are supervised by members of the Extended Day team, and students should be able to work independently with minimum support. Due to its quiet nature, students are not able to work together on group projects during this time.

FREE

Building Design with Minecraft with Mr. Foster (Grades 2-5)

Students will be able to use the super-popular game Minecraft to plan and construct a fully interactive world together! Students will have opportunities, both by themselves and collaboratively, to plan out what they are going to build, and then make it come to life in the game! Students do not need to be familiar with Minecraft, but it seems like most of them are!

Fee: $250

Let’s Paint in Acrylics and Watercolors with Rana Ryan (PreK3-Grade 2)

Come join me on Tuesdays, in a light and fun art class where you can create your own happy vivid colorful paintings. We will be using acrylic paints, experimenting and enjoying their versatility and learning how to blend colors. In the Spring we will also be painting with Watercolors.

Every learner will walk away feeling proud of their canvases!

All supplies will be provided, but if possible please send in an old T-shirt to wear, I will save it for art class. Snacks are always provided. Please let me know of any allergies.

Fee: $350

Art Club with Mrs. Cowan (Grades 4-5)

Children will explore new techniques, learn to manipulate three-dimensional materials, and find rich ways of expression in a variety of art mediums.

FREE

Wednesday Clubs

FUN Science with Mrs. Elkassem (PK4- Grade 2)

Our Fun and Sticky Science Club where kids get dirty and tables get messy will give the students an opportunity to explore a variety of hands-on experiments. The students will make slime, lava lamps, Alka-Seltzer rockets, and experiment with different foaming, bubbling, and fizzing compounds while learning about physical and chemical change. 

**No class on 12/7**

Fee: $420

Karate with Sensei Takemori (Grades 1-5)

Great opportunity to learn from a former all-Japan karate (K-1 style) champion! Sensei Takemori is a native of Japan! 

Sensei’s teaching system is not ordinary. He will demonstrate to students his passion for karate which comes from over 40 years of training and experience. 

Students will enjoy & learn real discipline. 

**No class on 11/30**

Fee: $286

Jewelry Making Club with Ms. Keller (Kindergarten- Grade 5)

Ms. Keller will be leading a club dedicated to making bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings! Rainbow loom, lanyards, beads, and friendship bracelets are just a few of the options available to students. Students get to keep and take home anything they make during this club. 

Fee: $325

Ballet with Active Play (PK 4- Grade 1)

As the foundation of all dance forms, ballet helps develop base dance techniques for any style. Ballet classes help students with posture, flexibility, fitness, balance, self-discipline, and self-confidence, and can potentially enhance their motor, listening, and social skills. Dancers will learn basic steps and terminology in ballet and will begin to explore their own expressive movement styles while honing in on important techniques.

Fee: $393

Ping Pong with Mr. Pizarro (Grades 1-5)

The Ping-Pong Club is a smashing group of WES students who train and compete in the stimulating sport of table tennis.  Members will hone their skills and sharpen their games each meeting on Tuesdays. Led by Sr. Pizarro, the Ping-Pong Club is “serving” its way into the hearts of those WES students who love table tennis!

Fee: $320

Thursday Clubs

Chess Wizards (Grades 2-5)

Enter into the magical and exciting world of chess with Chess Wizards! You will participate in epic chess games, fun and interactive lessons, tournaments, team matches, trivia and more! Our specialized classes are a blast for everyone first through fifth. Whether you have been playing chess for your entire life and want to improve, are brand new to the game, or you just want to have a fun experience with your friends – Chess Wizards is the place for you!

Fee: $357

Chess Club - After School Enrichment Program at Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda

Arts and Crafts with Ms. Shanaz (PK3-Grade 1)

Each week your child will be immersed in hands-on experiences that encourage the development of their fine motor, social and critical thinking skills.  We will be making a variety of art projects, and use many different materials including yarn, paints, stone art, and so much more! All creations can be brought home to proudly share with friends and family. 

Fee: $225

Painting with Acrylics and Watercolors with Rana Ryan (Grades 3-5)

Join Mrs. Ryan, three times a month, creating imaginative landscapes and seascapes, using the Fauve approach made famous by great artists like Matisse and Derain. We will be mixing and blending and exploring colors together to help the children create little masterpieces.

**There will be no class once a month due to faculty meetings. Those dates will be disclosed shortly.**

Fee:$300

SCRATCH JR With Code Advantage (K-Grade 2) 

Learning to Code is a critical skill for children to learn! Much like learning another language, it’s best to have kids learn about programming concepts early and often! In our Scratch Jr class, kids will learn coding concepts including computer automation and linear sequencing. They will make short stories, apply elements of animation, and create their own sprites and objects – all using technology and coding fundamentals!

Fee: $430

Friday Clubs

Fun and Movement with Ms. Lennon (PK3- Grade 1)

Run, skip, jump, dance, and move in this fun class that emphasizes the importance of exercise and movement while playing fun games and activities. The students will be tapping into a variety of different sports and exercises to increase their love of physical activity. Don’t miss out on this fun new club!

**No class on 10/14 and 10/21**

Fee: $200

Caitlin Lennon - PE Teacher and Soccer Coach at Washington Episcopal School

Yoga/Meditation/Mindfulness Activities Ms. Nelson (Grades 2-5)

Worried about homework? Getting good grades? Nervous for a big game? Social stress with friends? Show your mind some love and come chill for an hour after school to chill and recenter. You will learn to stretch, listen to your body, build balance and contort your body into fun poses! We will also mix in fun movement sessions (dance, workout circuits, etc.), meditation sessions and mindful drawing activities.  

**Don’t forget your yoga mat or towel**

Fee: $250

Tru2Form Basketball (Grades 2-5)

Tru2form Hoops provides a fun, dynamic after-school basketball program designed to teach kids the fundamentals of the game. We use a variety of drills and games to reinforce dribbling, proper shooting technique, footwork, and overall knowledge of the game. We emphasize sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play. Come join us for an action-packed basketball program that will help build skill and confidence!

Fee: $358

Ms. Voelpel’s Amazing Race (Grades  2-5)

Similar to the famous show “The Amazing Race,” the students will compete in their very own giant scavenger hunt race around the school. They will follow clues around the building and participate in a variety of both physical and mental challenges, such as finding one single colored jelly bean in a container of other colors, putting together puzzles, or trying to get an object into a target. The students are encouraged to be adventurous and creative, while developing teamwork and problem-solving skills here. Our main focus though, is to explore new activities and have a blast doing so. 

Fee: $350

Racquet Up! (Tennis Club) with Coach Black (Grades 3-5)

Discovering a new sport is a great way for children to develop new skills and techniques but also a perfect opportunity to build friendships and learn other qualities such as teamwork, resilience, and concentration. Whether your child has never picked up a racquet before or looking to take their game to the next stage, this club is for them! Students will start with learning the basics of tennis. How to serve, return and rally with opponents. There will be solo play, doubles, and tournament-style matches throughout the duration of the club. Each student will need to have their own tennis racket to join! 

**Equipment Needed: Tennis Racket**

Fee:$300

Hockey with Active Play (Grades 1-3)

Pass, shoot, and score this fall with Active Play! Students will learn hockey skills as they compete against each other in various games and drills. This class is a fun, high-energy, and high-endurance activity that will require lots of water breaks. Sign up to see if you have what it takes to be a Stanley Cup Champion.  

Fee: $358

Math Olympiad with Ms. Luotoo (Grades 4-5)

This year we are excited to offer a Math Olympiad club for students in Grades 4 & 5. Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools (www.moems.org) is a national organization that provides opportunities for students to engage in creative problem-solving activities while developing reasoning, logic, productive discourse, and perseverance. 

 Working with math teacher Susie Loutoo, students will explore and practice problems in preparation for monthly Olympiad contests. Students may sign up for this club each trimester, or participate through the year. Please sign up for either a Monday or a Friday session.

FREE

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